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Showing posts with label openSPOT Setup and Interface. Show all posts
Showing posts with label openSPOT Setup and Interface. Show all posts
openSPOT with Wi-Fi network which uses a captive portal
The Mac ID cloning is used After log in with phone or laptop.
Warning, not really for the faint of heart, but I think that’s what it’s purpose was ?
MAC settings
This section is only available if Advanced mode is enabled.
You can change/clone the Wi-Fi MAC address of the openSPOT. This is useful if you try to use a Wi-Fi network which uses a captive portal for authentication (example: hotel or airport networks). In this case, do the following steps:
Connect to the Wi-Fi network with your phone/tablet/computer, log in on the captive portal to enable the internet access for your phone/tablet/computer's MAC address.
Switch the openSPOT to access point (AP) mode by holding the button for 3 seconds.
Connect your phone/tablet/computer to the openSPOT AP, but exit the Initialization setup and open the Network page.
Set the captive portal Wi-Fi network's SSID and key at the Wireless settings section.
Click on the Clone button at the MAC settings section (make sure Advanced mode is enabled so the MAC settings section is visible).
Warning, not really for the faint of heart, but I think that’s what it’s purpose was ?
MAC settings
This section is only available if Advanced mode is enabled.
You can change/clone the Wi-Fi MAC address of the openSPOT. This is useful if you try to use a Wi-Fi network which uses a captive portal for authentication (example: hotel or airport networks). In this case, do the following steps:
Connect to the Wi-Fi network with your phone/tablet/computer, log in on the captive portal to enable the internet access for your phone/tablet/computer's MAC address.
Switch the openSPOT to access point (AP) mode by holding the button for 3 seconds.
Connect your phone/tablet/computer to the openSPOT AP, but exit the Initialization setup and open the Network page.
Set the captive portal Wi-Fi network's SSID and key at the Wireless settings section.
Click on the Clone button at the MAC settings section (make sure Advanced mode is enabled so the MAC settings section is visible).
SharkRF IP connector Server Guide
Instructions for installing and configuring the SharkRF IP Connector software on a Raspberry Pi - by VE3xx (DEC-2018)
These instructions assume that:
- you are logging into the RPi as "pi" at the console, rather than connecting in using VNC or SSH
- you do NOT change accounts from "pi" to the SuperUser
- you have opened up a console window
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Section 1: Updating the operating system
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type in: sudo apt-get update
type in: sudo apt-get upgrade
sharkRF One Hotspot Device with One Radio
One device or Hotspot with one transceiver and have it all.
Question ?
I was going to ask about the sharkRF box as I thought I could get away with buying a $200-300 radio and use all the digital modes on the sharkRF with a regular single digital mode radio/transceiver.
Answer.
Question ?
I was going to ask about the sharkRF box as I thought I could get away with buying a $200-300 radio and use all the digital modes on the sharkRF with a regular single digital mode radio/transceiver.
Answer.
How to setup SharkRF Connector Server on Linux
I'm not a coder by any means but I was able to bang my way through setting up SharkRF Connector Server on Ubuntu Linux 16.04 using VMware. The methods should be the same for many flavors of Linux (and maybe similar to Pi).
Links to my two writeups are on my blog (that way I can update in ONE place if somebody provides feedback as opposed to four different forums).
Links to my two writeups are on my blog (that way I can update in ONE place if somebody provides feedback as opposed to four different forums).
SharkRF openSPOT - Timeslots - BrandMeister
SharkRF openSPOT - Timeslots - BrandMeister
Note that on BrandMeister, DMO mode links the two timeslots together, so this setting is irrelevant.
SharkRF openSPOT - https://www.sharkrf.com/products/openspot/manual/
– You can set the TDMA channel for data in DMO mode. DMO mode is enabled if the modem’s RX and TX frequencies match, or the modem is in DMR Hotspot mode. In this case, only one TDMA channel will be used for communication. Note that on BrandMeister, DMO mode links the two timeslots together, so this setting is irrelevant.
2 Static Talkgroups to different Time slots
In Brandmeister you can set multiple Static Talkgroups. On static talkgroups you don't need to link by pressing the PTT. So static Talkgroups can be add to a scanlist on your tranceiver.
if you have, for example, 2 static talkgroups set and you have a QSO on the first then it can be happening that on the second talkgroup another QSO wil start. This can disturb your QSO on the first Talkgroup since there is only one Time slot.
Is it possible to set the second Static Talkgroup to the second Time slot? I think this wil be a great feature but i don't know if this wil be possible in openspot.
Note that on BrandMeister, DMO mode links the two timeslots together, so this setting is irrelevant.
SharkRF openSPOT - https://www.sharkrf.com/products/openspot/manual/
– You can set the TDMA channel for data in DMO mode. DMO mode is enabled if the modem’s RX and TX frequencies match, or the modem is in DMR Hotspot mode. In this case, only one TDMA channel will be used for communication. Note that on BrandMeister, DMO mode links the two timeslots together, so this setting is irrelevant.
2 Static Talkgroups to different Time slots
In Brandmeister you can set multiple Static Talkgroups. On static talkgroups you don't need to link by pressing the PTT. So static Talkgroups can be add to a scanlist on your tranceiver.
if you have, for example, 2 static talkgroups set and you have a QSO on the first then it can be happening that on the second talkgroup another QSO wil start. This can disturb your QSO on the first Talkgroup since there is only one Time slot.
Is it possible to set the second Static Talkgroup to the second Time slot? I think this wil be a great feature but i don't know if this wil be possible in openspot.
DMR Hotspot from SharkRF
DMR Hotspot from SharkRF
A few years ago, I picked up some used MOTOTRBO gear to use on our local DMR repeater system (MOTOTRBO is Motorola’s version of DMR). Here in Colorado, the Rocky Mountain Ham Radio group has been instrumental in establishing a great network of DMR repeaters, a real asset for Colorado radio amateurs. See Rocky Mountain Ham Radio TRBO/DMR Network. Worldwide, the DMR-MARC organization has created a robust network of MOTOTRBO repeaters in over 60 countries.
A more recent development is the establishment of the BrandMeister Network,
which promotes more of a homebrew approach to DMR. This evening, the
BrandMeister dashboard shows 634 industrial repeaters (commercial
equipment), 263 homebrew repeaters and over 1300 hotspots of various
types. A variety of DMR hotspots are available, including the DV4mini. I’m not going try to list all of the hotspots available as I’m sure I’ll miss something. The SharkRF openSPOT caught my attention because of this excellent review by John ‘Miklor’ K3NXU. Because of its popularity, the openSPOT is on backorder (price: 182.5 Euro).
A few years ago, I picked up some used MOTOTRBO gear to use on our local DMR repeater system (MOTOTRBO is Motorola’s version of DMR). Here in Colorado, the Rocky Mountain Ham Radio group has been instrumental in establishing a great network of DMR repeaters, a real asset for Colorado radio amateurs. See Rocky Mountain Ham Radio TRBO/DMR Network. Worldwide, the DMR-MARC organization has created a robust network of MOTOTRBO repeaters in over 60 countries.
SharkRF Looping announcement
SharkRF Looping announcement
Re-download the firmware file and load the flash firmware and complete, make sure you get the "success" file message at the end.
It was suggested by a fellow HAM that the solution is to wait for the acknowledgement full complete of the loading of the flash firmware "success" file
Re-download the firmware file and load the flash firmware and complete, make sure you get the "success" file message at the end.
It was suggested by a fellow HAM that the solution is to wait for the acknowledgement full complete of the loading of the flash firmware "success" file
SharkRF openSPOT sloor mobile
This is an example of a setup by VIC v01vt how he is setup with the sharkrf openspot for mobile with a solar mobile charger
IOGEAR NetShair Nano - Ultra Portable Wi-Fi Router, Access Point GWPAP1
Solar External Battery Charger
IOGEAR NetShair Nano
Solar External Battery Charger
IOGEAR NetShair Nano - Ultra Portable Wi-Fi Router, Access Point GWPAP1
Solar External Battery Charger
IOGEAR NetShair Nano
Solar External Battery Charger
Solar External Battery Charger
Solar External Battery Charger, 5000mAh Others 15000mAh Batteries,
Power Portable Bank and Generator for Cell Phones, Multiple USB Kit
Charging Station Panel, Defiant Tactical Stinger LED Flashlight
Solar External Battery Charger
Solar External Battery Charger
SharkRF openSPOT | Motorola SL7550 | Motorola Bluetooth
SharkRF openSPOT | Motorola SL7550 | Motorola Bluetooth
SharkRF openSPOT with Bluetooth
SharkRF openSPOT with Bluetooth
OpenSPOT Tp-Link nano router model # TL-WR702N Setup
I'm having an issue getting the Tp-Link nano router model # TL-WR702N to see my openspot device.
I've gone thru the instructions on router but I think I need someone to walk me thru the procedure on setting up the router correctly. I want to use this in my mobile with iPhone. I can get the iPhone to access the routers web interface but when I have the openspot connected to router I have red LED flashing on status trying to connect. I think I just may not have router set correctly.
Any help very appreciated.
I've gone thru the instructions on router but I think I need someone to walk me thru the procedure on setting up the router correctly. I want to use this in my mobile with iPhone. I can get the iPhone to access the routers web interface but when I have the openspot connected to router I have red LED flashing on status trying to connect. I think I just may not have router set correctly.
Any help very appreciated.
SharkRF openSPOT voice discussion group
SharkRF openSPOT voice discussion group
It is simple to use the FREE app. (Android, IOS) to ASK YOUR QUESTION in a collaborative support group. zello.com/sharkrf
It is simple to use the FREE app. (Android, IOS) to ASK YOUR QUESTION in a collaborative support group. zello.com/sharkrf
Private Calls between Two Openspot users
Private Calls between Two Openspot users
Can the Openspot be used to place a private call between two Openspot users? I have tried with no success so if it can be done, please explain. I have tried in local mode and when connected to a talkgroup that both stations were linked to.
Can the Openspot be used to place a private call between two Openspot users? I have tried with no success so if it can be done, please explain. I have tried in local mode and when connected to a talkgroup that both stations were linked to.
Basic openSPOT setup
You need to set up a simplex channel in your radio with same RX and TX frequencies. You need to set the channel's TX contact to the talkgroup ID you want to talk to.
You'll need to create an RX group list also, put TG9 in the list, and assign that list to your simplex channel. openSPOT transmits voice announcements on TG9, so this way you'll be able to hear them.
openSPOT Setup and Interface
openSPOT Setup and Interface
To set up the openSPOT, I connected it to the USB power source and my WiFi router using the supplied Ethernet cable. The openSPOT has two internal micro-controllers, designed to use a web based interface. Once connected to my WiFi router, the openSPOT was accessed by simply logging into //openspot.local. I didn’t need to load any additional software or drivers. Everything is self contained.
At that point, all that was necessary was to enter:
– The operating mode (DMR, C4FM, D-Star)
– My callsign
– My DMR ID (available from DMR-MARC)
– The desired server
– The input and output frequency of my handheld
Note: The openSPOT allows you to select two different frequencies if desired.
After that, a 30 second calibration, and I was on the air.
The LEDs give a clear status indication during operation.
Once configured, time slot, trunk group, etc. information is controlled by your handheld. You set it, and forget it.
To set up the openSPOT, I connected it to the USB power source and my WiFi router using the supplied Ethernet cable. The openSPOT has two internal micro-controllers, designed to use a web based interface. Once connected to my WiFi router, the openSPOT was accessed by simply logging into //openspot.local. I didn’t need to load any additional software or drivers. Everything is self contained.
At that point, all that was necessary was to enter:
– The operating mode (DMR, C4FM, D-Star)
– My callsign
– My DMR ID (available from DMR-MARC)
– The desired server
– The input and output frequency of my handheld
Note: The openSPOT allows you to select two different frequencies if desired.
After that, a 30 second calibration, and I was on the air.
The LEDs give a clear status indication during operation.
Once configured, time slot, trunk group, etc. information is controlled by your handheld. You set it, and forget it.