Description
DuraNode Simplex 70cm FM Allstar Node RF hat kit for AllStar. This RF hat kit is to enable you to build a Raspberry Pi hosted AllStar RF Node using the AllStarlink network.
This hat uses a NiceRF SA818S-CE UHF 420 – 450 MHz radio module. Uses the Cmedia CM108B USB audio IC. The hat is fully assembled, no soldering needed on the hat. This RF hat has a 40 pin Raspberry Pi header so it fits the Raspberry Pi 3B/3B+ or 4B series. Three LED’s indicate the connection status – Blinking white = Comms, Amber – RX and Blue – PTT. The DuraNode Hat RF output power is around 400 milliwatts.
You also get a link to download MY CUSTOM VERSION OF HAMVOIP SOFTWARE. This is a game changer in the world of Allstar as no other kit supplier provides this.
LET ME EXPLAIN.. In this kit you get: A link to download my mostly configured custom version of Hamvoip software including a custom Supermon Dashboard already installed. Plus all of the tricky configuration settings have been pre-configured. Also you receive access to comprehensive online assembly and configuration instructions/videos that steps you right through from assembly to the final configuration and testing of your node.
Kit contents:
1 x Genuine VK4NGA DuraNode UHF Ver 1.2 FM RF Hat – Programmed (and tested) with a default frequency of 441.250MHz with a 91.5 CTCSS tone – these parameters can be changed by you.
1 x USB to Hat connector cable with mini ferrite to connect the hat to the Raspberry Pi – goes between the PCB’s and is soldered to the underside of the Pi.
1x Antenna.
Photo show this kit as it comes.
Assembly Skill Level: Intermediate – only 2 solder joints required on the bottom of the Raspberry Pi board, plus PCB to Raspberry Pi assembly.
Computer Skill Level: Advanced – SSH ACCESS IS HOW YOU CONFIGURE Hamvoip or ASL software.
What you’ll need to supply to build a node:
A Raspberry Pi 3B/3B+ or 4B 1gb – will not work with the Zero W.
A Heatsink for the Raspberry Pi processor.
A quality class 10 Micro SD card, 16 or 32GB.
A 240v 2amp power supply, I recommend the genuine Raspberry Pi PSU.
Core Electronics in NSW are a trusted supplier.
ALSO ! comes with my 2 year – no argument hardware warranty.
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Stuart (verified owner) –
Very well built product that was quickly posted. The instructions provided by Glenn were excellent and I had it up and running very quickly.
Stuart
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Kevin Jones (verified owner) –
Excellent product, works as it should with clear and easy to follow setup instructions from Glenn. Fast service.
Kevin
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