Tuesday, December 25, 2018
Saturday, December 22, 2018
Nextion Multi-DISPLAY configuration guide
Effect display
Firmware (.HMI)
PD0DIB https://github.com/PD0DIB/Nextion_HAM-radio-screens
BI7JTA https://www.bi7jta.org/files/MMDVM_Nextion
F4EWI https://twitter.com/F4EWI_Thierry/status/1076438473387708416
Driver
https://github.com/PD0DIB/Nextion_HAM-radio-screens/wiki/FAQ-Nextion.driver-by-ON7LDS
Connect multiple Nextion displays @on7lds
https://on7lds.net/42/connect-multiple-nextion-displays?fbclid=IwAR15V-c1FHBvgcTwOIBVbBfBOHFOm0bXU3cUi8umRYTotIK_0G0hLtECD6E
By @BI7JTA
By @F8BSY
@F4EWI
PD0DIB https://github.com/PD0DIB/Nextion_HAM-radio-screens
BI7JTA https://www.bi7jta.org/files/MMDVM_Nextion
F4EWI https://twitter.com/F4EWI_Thierry/status/1076438473387708416
Driver
https://github.com/PD0DIB/Nextion_HAM-radio-screens/wiki/FAQ-Nextion.driver-by-ON7LDS
Connect multiple Nextion displays @on7lds
https://on7lds.net/42/connect-multiple-nextion-displays?fbclid=IwAR15V-c1FHBvgcTwOIBVbBfBOHFOm0bXU3cUi8umRYTotIK_0G0hLtECD6E
Monday, December 17, 2018
NanoPi_NEO Instruction
NanoPi_NEO Wiki http://wiki.friendlyarm.com/wiki/index.php/NanoPi_NEO
Product for MMDVM
http://mmdvm.bi7jta.org/2018/04/userguide-and-openbox-video-for-nano.html
Friday, November 23, 2018
Bluetooth Adapter for Nextion User guide
Can also use USBtoTTL adapter
Test:
AT
AT+ROLE=M
Set Slave
AT+ROLE=S
Set Baud
Set Slave
AT+ROLE=S
Set Baud
Send:AT+BAUD2
Return:OK2400 ,support:
1--------- 1200
2--------- 2400
3--------- 4800
4--------- 9600(Default)
5--------- 19200
6--------- 38400
7--------- 57600
8--------- 115200
9--------- 230400
A--------- 460800
B--------- 921600
C--------- 1382400
Return:OK2400 ,support:
1--------- 1200
2--------- 2400
3--------- 4800
4--------- 9600(Default)
5--------- 19200
6--------- 38400
7--------- 57600
8--------- 115200
9--------- 230400
A--------- 460800
B--------- 921600
C--------- 1382400
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Linux Base Operate and PI-STAR Operation System
1) Re install VIM
Enter ssh mode for PI-STAR
http://pi-star:2222/
Login as
usr: pi-star
pas: raspberry
1, re-install the purge VIM (poor version)
sudo apt-get -y remove vim-common;
sudo apt-get -y install vim
2) Pi-Star enter root mode
pi-star@pi-star(ro):~$ sudo iwlist wlan0 scan | grep SSID
ESSID:"888888-2G"
ESSID:"TP-LINK_A4F2"
ESSID:"TPGuest_755569"
ESSID:"Fan"
ESSID:"OGLO"
ESSID:"vanilla"
ESSID:"888888-8G"
ESSID:"CMCC-vanilla"
Add WiFi :
sudo nano /etc/wpa_supplicant/wpa_supplicant.conf
ctrl_interface=DIR=/var/run/wpa_supplicant GROUP=netdev
update_config=1
ap_scan=1
fast_reauth=1
country=JP
network={
ssid="888888-2G"
psk="0123456789"
}
Enter ssh mode for PI-STAR
http://pi-star:2222/
Login as
usr: pi-star
pas: raspberry
1, re-install the purge VIM (poor version)
sudo apt-get -y remove vim-common;
sudo apt-get -y install vim
2) Pi-Star enter root mode
root account without passowrd use "sudo su"
3) Pi-Star install XLXd reflector
Other:
Other:
Suit OS: Debian, Armbian, Raspbian
Scan WiFipi-star@pi-star(ro):~$ sudo iwlist wlan0 scan | grep SSID
ESSID:"888888-2G"
ESSID:"TP-LINK_A4F2"
ESSID:"TPGuest_755569"
ESSID:"Fan"
ESSID:"OGLO"
ESSID:"vanilla"
ESSID:"888888-8G"
ESSID:"CMCC-vanilla"
Add WiFi :
sudo nano /etc/wpa_supplicant/wpa_supplicant.conf
ctrl_interface=DIR=/var/run/wpa_supplicant GROUP=netdev
update_config=1
ap_scan=1
fast_reauth=1
country=JP
network={
ssid="888888-2G"
psk="0123456789"
}
Monday, November 5, 2018
MMDVM Repeater User Case Motorola #MTR2000
IW6BFE
IS0XDA
the circuit diagram and the value of capacitor used to drive the TX Audio of MTR2000
Repeater MMDVM guide by BI7JTA
https://mmdvm.bi7jta.org/2018/04/about-nano-mmdvm-repeater-kit-board.html
Motorola MTR2000 and MMDVM
https://mmdvm.bi7jta.org/2018/04/about-nano-mmdvm-repeater-kit-board.html
Motorola MTR2000 and MMDVM
http://www.repeater-builder.com/motorola/mtr2k/mtr-index.html
Saturday, October 20, 2018
TJC_Display firmware for MMDVM
TJC screen firmware for MMDVM
Wiki
http://wiki.tjc1688.com/doku.php
Firmware HMI and TFT/ Editor download
https://www.bi7jta.org/files/MMDVM_TJC_USART/
TJC4224T022_011
Wiki
http://wiki.tjc1688.com/doku.php
Firmware HMI and TFT/ Editor download
https://www.bi7jta.org/files/MMDVM_TJC_USART/
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Add Bluetooth connector between Nextion and Duplex hotspot
Purpose:
Use HC05 instead of USBtoTTL Serial port
Preview:
New update see http://mmdvm.bi7jta.org/search/label/Bluetooth_SettingGuide
Monday, October 1, 2018
Connect to PI-STAR, setup your WiFi config
Quickly start guide
Prepare an IP address scan tools
http://www.advanced-ip-scanner.com [for Windows]
1 Power on your hotspot ,wait about 30s to startup completed
2 Configute network for your Pi-star,
LAN:
if there is a LAN port in NanoPi or RPi, insert RJ45 line, the routers automatically allocate the IP address, use a computer browser (must use Firefox or Chrome) to access the IP address, set up your personal information.
if there is a LAN port in NanoPi or RPi, insert RJ45 line, the routers automatically allocate the IP address, use a computer browser (must use Firefox or Chrome) to access the IP address, set up your personal information.
WiFi Self-AP:
the first time connect to hotspot
Open the phone, search the WiFi AP "Pi-Star"
the first time connect to hotspot
Open the phone, search the WiFi AP "Pi-Star"
then join it , password is "raspberry" , use mobile browser ,visit http://192.168.50.1,
add the WiFi you need in the WiFi setup column
Reboot.
Login userid : pi-star ,
Password: raspberry
* This way now just support inner Raspberry Pi Zero, Pi 3B, Pi 3B+, not support USB WiFi NanoPi NEO.
Use default WiFi SSID
(Suit who buy full set product from BI7JTA)
Add a shared WiFi on the cell phone or router, the default access WiFi:
(Suit who buy full set product from BI7JTA)
Add a shared WiFi on the cell phone or router, the default access WiFi:
SSID:888888-2G password: 0123456789 , when connected, visit pi-star dashboard
iOS shares WiFi hot spots: http://pi-star.local
Other devices share WiFi: http://pi-star
Login User: pi-star ,Password :raspberry
Just for reference, SSID set to 888888-2G
The final way, use "Pi-Star WiFi Builder" ,then download and copy to your TFcard root, the method need a TFCard to USB adapter.
http://www.pistar.uk/wifi_builder.php
If the domain name can not be identified, use IP tool APP like “FING” to find the IP address of the box.
http://www.pistar.uk/wifi_builder.php
If the domain name can not be identified, use IP tool APP like “FING” to find the IP address of the box.
3 Configute your digital radio
The default setting frequency is 433.550MHz, DMR mode, time slot 2, color code 1, and DMRid 4600000
Private call to 9990 ,use parrot mode for echo test.
IP address scan tools:
Feature: Support mobile WiFi Share AP scaniNet - Network Scanner [iOS]
https://itunes.apple.com/cn/app/inet-network-scanner/id340793353?mt=8
IP Tools: WiFi Analyzer [Android]
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ddm.iptools&hl=en
Friday, September 7, 2018
MMDVM HDMI Desktop OS
Power requirements: HDMI screen, if power supply with raspberry 3B together, require more than 5V3A; separate power supply, ensure that the HDMI screen has 5V2A input.
Features: Touch support, need to connect between HDMI's MiroUSB and raspberry USB interface.
Features: Touch support, need to connect between HDMI's MiroUSB and raspberry USB interface.
Hardware:
7inch HDMI Display-C (1024x600 I advise or 800x480)
Raspberry Pi 3B/3B+(or Pi ZW)
Duplex hotSPOT by VR2VYE && BI7JTA
OS base on Pi-Star V3.4.15 for RPi 3B/3B+/ZERO
Can upgrade to new version use ssh command as follow:
sudo pistar-update && sudo pistar-ugrade
run startx to start UI
IMG download http://vr2vye.myq-see.com/download/ Discuss thread in facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/nano.mmdvm/permalink/2073325829364721/ Continue update
run startx to start UI
IMG download http://vr2vye.myq-see.com/download/ Discuss thread in facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/nano.mmdvm/permalink/2073325829364721/ Continue update
Friday, August 31, 2018
User Guide for RPi hotspot with FAN, Simplex hotspot,Model MMDVM_AlloySPOT,RPiZW SPOT Basic Edition
The first time use MMDVM Simplex hotspot , you can follow this guide.
Firmware upgrade
http://mmdvm.bi7jta.org/search/label/Firmware_upgrade
Demo Video
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Us7z_gkxNKc0PcCuS7fYQ
1, Config WiFi Connect
2, Config Pi-Star setting
3, Config Digital Radio setting
3.1 DMR radio
3.2 YSF radio
3.3 P25 radio
3.4 D-STAR
3.5 POCSAG
Firmware upgrade
http://mmdvm.bi7jta.org/search/label/Firmware_upgrade
Demo Video
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Us7z_gkxNKc0PcCuS7fYQ
Thursday, August 9, 2018
Pager Setting User Guide 0810
MMDM System Requirement
Pi-Star 3.4.16 or higher
Firmware 1.4.8 or higher
Download
Pager ID programming software, the newest is V3.0.9,
Support Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 10 (need test)
Programming adapter use CH340 Chip
https://www.bi7jta.org/files/POCSAG/ProgrammerV3.0.9_2020_CH340.zip
Programming adapter use Pagerid Chip
https://www.bi7jta.org/files/POCSAG/Programmer_x64x32.zip
Setting
Write your RIC and S/N ,frequency
Warning
Preview
Setting
Write your RIC and S/N ,frequency
Enable Night-light
Video for LCD
Register your DAPNET account https://hampager.de/
Request your DAPNET Authorkey
Add your Pager to DAPNET
Test send message to yourself.
Run send message to yourself, change the Callsign.
sudo pistar-dapnetapi BI7JTA "Test message 144.5125MHz, RIC 123456"
Add your Pager RIC to DAPNET, one callsign can add multiple RIC
View log
tail -100f /var/log/pi-star/DAPNETGateway-2018-09-01.log
Pager Feature && instruction
PLL or crystal, 137-199 MHz and 400-499 MHz, POCSAG.
Please notice that the frequency you use.
*One device just with 4MHz bandwidth.
*The frequency can be customized in the frequency range, 4MHz bandwidth you can program when come out factory.
For example, your order 1x 439.9875MHz, you just can use 437.9875-441.9875 MHz.
You can not use 458.6625MHz when you customize 439.9875MHz.
*Default frequency is 439.9875MHz.
Please notice that the frequency you use.
*One device just with 4MHz bandwidth.
*The frequency can be customized in the frequency range, 4MHz bandwidth you can program when come out factory.
For example, your order 1x 439.9875MHz, you just can use 437.9875-441.9875 MHz.
You can not use 458.6625MHz when you customize 439.9875MHz.
*Default frequency is 439.9875MHz.
Q&A
1) You can use the default RIC id if can not write your ID, the first and the second have Beep Beep voice,
2) Some language Character coding not support in DAPNET server, will cause unintelligible text, change to English is ok.
3) Some time DAPNET server connect timeout, try later or change network(WiFi).
(MMDVM HAT can find in shop www.bi7jta.org/cart )
See also
http://vk3xem.net/2018/09/21/gp2009n-alphanumeric-pager/
To buy email to bi7jta@gmail.com
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