Less than 2 minutes into the video and already got the info I was hoping to find. Being able to set "Friendly" names for devices so I don't have to know who's texting from a random string of numbers and letter, lol. Skilling up on knowledge before I buy a few devices to set up my own network. Your channel has been incredibly helpful!
Your series finally kicked me over the edge and I got my first Haltec units last week. Their coil antennas suck, so now I’m looking for cheap/but good enough antenna replacements. Couldn’t even get 300M LoS with them. Looking forward to more in the series!
If you mean the small coil antenna on the board that's only for Bluetooth and WiFi. My Heltec came with a 1/4 wave stub on a 50ohm connector (I don't remember the name but it's the common one).
Great video & series!! Looking forward to getting my 1st mashtastic device in 2024, probably the LilyGo Echo & then smartwatch. Can't wait for review of the latter. Thanks again!!
Thank you for these series! I’m learning so much and I want to feel well rounded in my knowledge before I purchase a few devices. My hope is to create a network over the span of an 80 mile valley with mountains to communicate with family in emergencies, but not rely on HAM radios or my family having any deep technical knowledge to communicate. That’s why I think meshtastic is so unique. All I will need to do is train my family on what settings to have turned on, and what channel to text in.
Sure thing! I'm glad you're learning and finding the series helpful! That's a great use-case and one of the reasons I'm a fan of Meshtastic. It's hard to get people to get a ham license or learn how to use radios and this is a great simple to use alternative.
Loving the advanced playlist however a suggestion; put 'advanced meshtasric' AFTER the video topic as on a phone you can't easily tell what each video is about. Yer teaching me all the things I wanna know after basic setup of a node - thanks. Hoping I find MQTT infos. Hate how the phone apps don't like controlling more than one node, but you just showed me how to use the web app for a 2nd; can the web app successfully control multiple nodes??
WiFi on the heltec v3 is about 30ft, it's bad. So put it near a spare wifi point, then connect the board to the router. That allows you to use a Web browser from any PC browser or phone app. Or connect back home via vpn and remote control the heltec.
I noticed on the pcb board that these meshtastic work on. The “L” and the “H” when swapped, jump either to 433-470ish Megahertz to 858 to 929MHZ . just in case people have bought the wrong one can swap it over. I got stuck with it being the 929 and changed the pass through the resistor. Now I can use it multiple times areas. Making sure to wipe it after changing it immediately otherwise it will freeze.
Understanding channel encryption is easy since each channel gets it own PSK. But what about when you DM directly between nodes? Is that considered "Primary" channel and thus would use the primary PSK?
Thanks for the video I'm about to get into Meshtastic in 2024. My question is assuming that this is being done by Bluetooth what stops someone else from accessing your device settings.
Bluetooth has a max range of about 300 feet so they would have to be close enough to connect and would have to have your pin as Ryan suggested. You can also turn off Bluetooth for devices that are just acting as routers/repeaters. Thanks for the question!
I have another idea that can put meshtastic to good use. Aside from allowing you to communicate over long distances in areas where you don't have cell service or other signals meshtastic can be use to communicate with people during crysis of any kind. Using meshtastic that way would certanly show meshtastic and lora in general in better light. I know i'd use it the way i described it.
If you have done the homework, what's the diff between Ham and no Ham other than encryption being off by law. Higher power, etc.? or just encryption toggle? also, I get an Implicant ack when contacting others. Is there a channel that should be used just for public?
@@The_Comms_ChannelI tested this but found no more power tx other than before I added my call sign. I also am looking at shifting the freq to move it off the public and make it more private. Not sure if the LoRa devices self adjust to rx the signal if in the band or not. So much to learn here and it’s actually fun.
@@KH07734 That will depend on the device you're using. Most devices are using a SX1262 which has a max of 22dBm. There are some devices out there like the Station G1 that have a power amplifier.
@@The_Comms_Channel I was thinking about adding an amplifier but thats moving too far on the east side. I already created a few different antennas based on the actual frequency and Inhave gone thru several solar setups and still haven’t found the right combo that keeps the node stand alone for longer than 36 hours.
UGH .. I need help .. I accidently locked my T-Echo without having ADMIN access. I need help factory resetting it but another video I watched had me lost with trying to install PYTHON programming and so forth. Felt like I was trying to launch a space shuttle. Can you help with this?
I have two Heltec V3 boards set up with Meshtastic. However, one device has a circle with a question mark. The other device does not have this question mark. What does the question mark mean?
Hello I just got 2 Heltec V3 nodes, and im currently learning about it. From what I know, the circle with the question mark is GPS. Most don't have GPS but GPS can be added so if no GPS you get Question Mark ?. When your using the meshtastic app you have a choice to direct your phone GPS to the node and then an arrow will appear in place of the question mark.
Any advice on a wis block PIN code? Got everything flashed to the wis block and got ready to connect via the app, keeps asking for a PIN code and timing out, can’t find a pic anywhere.
@@The_Comms_Channel Aha! Thanks :-) I thought there would be a text sequence like :flag_gb:, but I found a site where I could copy the required characters.
My app won't even connect to the device, even from different phones. But the phone and the app see the Bluetooth device. So now I have to try flashing the firmware I guess and hope for the best. Even though they were supposed to be ready to use. This is going to make adoption slow.
This is similar to AES IntelliNet Radios used for burglary and fire alarms. I had a job 20 years ago in Chicago Lincoln Park and I did an unorthodox install of 2 radios in one house with the repeating turned off on the basement radio that was connected to the alarm control and a second radio installed in the top floor to get the signal out on the AES network. Also did you ever look at the Motorola Talkabout radios that are doing a similar text over radio feature?
Could I set a meshtastic device to share its position only through ATAK without that device being tethered to the persons phone? For example I need to have the ability to display a persons location in ATAK but the person doesnt have a phone or cant be bothered to download and understand ATAK. How could i work this problem?
I sooo appreciate the effort you have put into teaching us! You have saved me a ton of money and mental anguish.
Less than 2 minutes into the video and already got the info I was hoping to find. Being able to set "Friendly" names for devices so I don't have to know who's texting from a random string of numbers and letter, lol. Skilling up on knowledge before I buy a few devices to set up my own network. Your channel has been incredibly helpful!
Glad I could help!
Your series finally kicked me over the edge and I got my first Haltec units last week. Their coil antennas suck, so now I’m looking for cheap/but good enough antenna replacements. Couldn’t even get 300M LoS with them. Looking forward to more in the series!
Nice! Yeah, I don't think any of them have great stock antennas and it's usually the first thing I recommend people upgrade.
If you mean the small coil antenna on the board that's only for Bluetooth and WiFi. My Heltec came with a 1/4 wave stub on a 50ohm connector (I don't remember the name but it's the common one).
Look for Paradar antennas and liw loss coax. You will need them outdoors high up.
The video I've been looking for!!! Love the series. Keep em coming!!!
Great channel and Great series! I love when a new video comes out.
Glad you enjoy it! More to come!
Great video & series!! Looking forward to getting my 1st mashtastic device in 2024, probably the LilyGo Echo & then smartwatch. Can't wait for review of the latter.
Thanks again!!
Thank you! That's awesome and I hope the videos are helpful when they come in!
LILYGO T-Echo is what I got. How’d it go for you?
I figured out how to create a private channel and use my phone camera to add them to the existing nodes I have. Real cool.
Thank you for these series! I’m learning so much and I want to feel well rounded in my knowledge before I purchase a few devices. My hope is to create a network over the span of an 80 mile valley with mountains to communicate with family in emergencies, but not rely on HAM radios or my family having any deep technical knowledge to communicate. That’s why I think meshtastic is so unique. All I will need to do is train my family on what settings to have turned on, and what channel to text in.
Sure thing! I'm glad you're learning and finding the series helpful! That's a great use-case and one of the reasons I'm a fan of Meshtastic. It's hard to get people to get a ham license or learn how to use radios and this is a great simple to use alternative.
love these videos they helped me get started with my tbeams. keep them coming
Thanks! I'm glad you're enjoying the videos and finding them helpful! More to come!
Looking forward to this series. Very helpful information.
I'm glad you're finding it helpful! More to come!
You are creating very informative and helpful reference. Thankyou.
that CLIENT_MUTE mode was exactly what I was looking for, thanks!
Sure thing!
LET'S GOOOOO!!!!❤❤
Nerd time!!
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Wow, learned a lot from this video, thank you !
Glad it was helpful!
Great help. Thank you!
Glad it helped!
Sooo useful!! Thanks a lot!
I'm playing part 2 in SECONDS from now 🗿
Sure thing! I'm glad the videos are helpful!
Loving the advanced playlist however a suggestion; put 'advanced meshtasric' AFTER the video topic as on a phone you can't easily tell what each video is about. Yer teaching me all the things I wanna know after basic setup of a node - thanks. Hoping I find MQTT infos. Hate how the phone apps don't like controlling more than one node, but you just showed me how to use the web app for a 2nd; can the web app successfully control multiple nodes??
Great stuff, thank you for sharing
Sure thing! Glad you found the video useful!
@@The_Comms_Channel can not wait for part 2
Finally someone can explain the settings to me 😂 after I have 5 nodes installed across the valley
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Indeed, very useful. Many thanks.
Sure thing! I'm glad the video was helpful!
Great video, thanks for all your help. Really appreciate it
Happy to help!
*EXCELLENT* content. Thank you.
Oh this is good stuff! Keep it up!
Appreciate it! Will do!!
Thanks - Great overview!
Sure thing! Glad it was helpful!
Excellent! Thank you.
Sure thing!
Thanks, TCC!
Sure thing, DGL!
Excellent
WiFi on the heltec v3 is about 30ft, it's bad. So put it near a spare wifi point, then connect the board to the router. That allows you to use a Web browser from any PC browser or phone app. Or connect back home via vpn and remote control the heltec.
Thanks!
Thanks for the support!
I noticed on the pcb board that these meshtastic work on. The “L” and the “H” when swapped, jump either to 433-470ish Megahertz to 858 to 929MHZ . just in case people have bought the wrong one can swap it over. I got stuck with it being the 929 and changed the pass through the resistor. Now I can use it multiple times areas. Making sure to wipe it after changing it immediately otherwise it will freeze.
Awesome
Understanding channel encryption is easy since each channel gets it own PSK. But what about when you DM directly between nodes? Is that considered "Primary" channel and thus would use the primary PSK?
wow great thanks!!
Sure thing!! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Thanks!
Thank you so much for the support!
Thanks for the video I'm about to get into Meshtastic in 2024.
My question is assuming that this is being done by Bluetooth what stops someone else from accessing your device settings.
They would have to be physically close to the device and know your Bluetooth pin
Bluetooth has a max range of about 300 feet so they would have to be close enough to connect and would have to have your pin as Ryan suggested. You can also turn off Bluetooth for devices that are just acting as routers/repeaters. Thanks for the question!
Thanks @@The_Comms_Channel I must have missed the part about the PIN.
@@Wayne-Pr Sure thing! Good luck with your setup and feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Thank you sir for the video
Sure thing! More to come!
Do the nodes in the mesh repeat any/all channels? Or just the ones they're programmed for?
I'm testing range, What's the lowest you would set your Broadcast interval to? Can I do 60 seconds?
I have another idea that can put meshtastic to good use. Aside from allowing you to communicate over long distances in areas where you don't have cell service or other signals meshtastic can be use to communicate with people during crysis of any kind. Using meshtastic that way would certanly show meshtastic and lora in general in better light. I know i'd use it the way i described it.
Thanks
Sure thing! Thank you for the continued support!
You have created alot of valuable content! Helping this community grow!
so im assuming adding other devices to your private channel just involves copy/paste encryption key and name?
The easiest way is to have the other devices scan the QR code on the channel tab
If you have done the homework, what's the diff between Ham and no Ham other than encryption being off by law. Higher power, etc.? or just encryption toggle? also, I get an Implicant ack when contacting others. Is there a channel that should be used just for public?
Just allows for more power and turns encryption off. The default "LongFast" channel is the public default.
@@The_Comms_ChannelI tested this but found no more power tx other than before I added my call sign. I also am looking at shifting the freq to move it off the public and make it more private. Not sure if the LoRa devices self adjust to rx the signal if in the band or not. So much to learn here and it’s actually fun.
@@KH07734 That will depend on the device you're using. Most devices are using a SX1262 which has a max of 22dBm. There are some devices out there like the Station G1 that have a power amplifier.
@@The_Comms_Channel I was thinking about adding an amplifier but thats moving too far on the east side. I already created a few different antennas based on the actual frequency and Inhave gone thru several solar setups and still haven’t found the right combo that keeps the node stand alone for longer than 36 hours.
Do you have any idea of what the actual power consumption of each of the modes is? To accurately size Solar and Battery sizes
A 2000mAH liPO lasts 2days on mine.
@@OH2023-cj9if What hardware are you using?
UGH .. I need help .. I accidently locked my T-Echo without having ADMIN access. I need help factory resetting it but another video I watched had me lost with trying to install PYTHON programming and so forth. Felt like I was trying to launch a space shuttle. Can you help with this?
No worries. I would just go through the firmware flashing process and that will get you back to factory defaults.
I have two Heltec V3 boards set up with Meshtastic. However, one device has a circle with a question mark. The other device does not have this question mark. What does the question mark mean?
Hello I just got 2 Heltec V3 nodes, and im currently learning about it. From what I know, the circle with the question mark is GPS. Most don't have GPS but GPS can be added so if no GPS you get Question Mark ?. When your using the meshtastic app you have a choice to direct your phone GPS to the node and then an arrow will appear in place of the question mark.
@@ChrisC-fp9qu Thank you for explaining that. All my devices are Heltec V3 - no GPS.
@salsepulveda494 Good luck and enjoy.
What is the encryption key for LongFast?
AQ==
Any advice on a wis block PIN code? Got everything flashed to the wis block and got ready to connect via the app, keeps asking for a PIN code and timing out, can’t find a pic anywhere.
Default PIN code for devices with no screen is 123456
@@The_Comms_Channel thanks!
@@merican3789 Sure thing!
I've seen longnames with flag icons in them. How is that done?
You can use emojis in long names 🚩
@@The_Comms_Channel Aha! Thanks :-) I thought there would be a text sequence like :flag_gb:, but I found a site where I could copy the required characters.
Sure thing!
Anybody using AREDN to bridge meshtastic devices via MQTT?
My app won't even connect to the device, even from different phones. But the phone and the app see the Bluetooth device. So now I have to try flashing the firmware I guess and hope for the best. Even though they were supposed to be ready to use.
This is going to make adoption slow.
So I'm guessing everyone has watched "Leave the World Behind" 😁😁
That movie was ass
This is similar to AES IntelliNet Radios used for burglary and fire alarms. I had a job 20 years ago in Chicago Lincoln Park and I did an unorthodox install of 2 radios in one house with the repeating turned off on the basement radio that was connected to the alarm control and a second radio installed in the top floor to get the signal out on the AES network.
Also did you ever look at the Motorola Talkabout radios that are doing a similar text over radio feature?
Yep, I have a pair of those. They work great!
Could I set a meshtastic device to share its position only through ATAK without that device being tethered to the persons phone? For example I need to have the ability to display a persons location in ATAK but the person doesnt have a phone or cant be bothered to download and understand ATAK. How could i work this problem?
You would want to use a Meshtastic device with a hardware GPS.
Thanks!
Thank you so much for the support!
Thanks!
Sure thing! Thanks for the continued support!!
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