I don’t have the depth of knowledge to understand if the equipment that was originally bought to mine helium tokens can work for Meshtastic. It looks like it would, but I’m in the “where do I download it” category of user. Most owners would be too.
https://meshtastic.org/docs/overview/radio-settings/


On Oct 22, 2024, at 12:16 PM, JSBrownieb <jsbrownieb@gmail.com> wrote:


The Lora mention caught my eye. Lots of folks have Lora wide area network and Helium miners they no longer use, but might be repurposed for Meshtastic use. RAK, Bobcat, lots of different equipment. Mostly on rooftops with great line of sight. 
I have several different kinds just sitting. Can dig up the specs but here’s a very common one: https://docs.rakwireless.com/Product-Categories/WisGate/RAK-Hotspot-v2/Datasheet/
Didn’t think these could be converted but if they can, would make a great base.

On Oct 22, 2024, at 3:40 AM, Greg Hall <greghall@brushbox.info> wrote:


OK, send us a proper spec for your 'Miner' and we'll see if Meshtastic can deal with it. 

Besides, nearly off-the-shelf Meshtastic kit is only $25.

Greg Hall
0428 850 144
vk2gth

On Tue, 22 Oct 2024, 21:29 , <sam@bristolwireless.net> wrote:
Not quite sure what you mean by a 'miner'

But you could check this page to see if Meshtastic supports it 
https://meshtastic.org/docs/hardware/devices/

It's a similar firmware to Disaster radio, but an actively maintained project.

Disaster radio is not actively maintained or developed at this point.

Thanks

Sam


Quoting JSBrownieb <jsbrownieb@gmail.com>:

> So anyone have some directions to posts for a plug and play?
> Have lots of leftover “miners”
>
>> On Oct 20, 2024, at 12:12 PM, Mr Teacher <mr5starteacher@gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> 
>> What a great idea Team!
>>
>> If this was a plug and play product I could just put on a pole 
>> outside my home, I would order it today!
>>
>> Especially interested in the LORA  range and being able to send 
>> messages across my big property to check on loved ones- and it's a 
>> great idea to map and drop pins for resources or needs! This may be 
>> a game changer in many spaces. :)
>>
>> Keep up the development- you can do it!
>>
>> Mr5Star
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