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Scott Powell
dee3e26ac0 Merge branch 'dev'
# Conflicts:
#	docs/faq.md
2026-04-19 11:35:03 +10:00
Scott Powell
3751785400 * version 1.15.0 2026-04-19 11:27:55 +10:00
Scott Powell
49b37d5622 * minor bounds fix 2026-04-18 21:32:41 +10:00
ripplebiz
35b5548c0c Merge pull request #2328 from recrof/xiao_c3-companion-fix
fix: remove sensors from xiao c3 companion because of bootloops
2026-04-18 20:44:15 +10:00
Liam Cottle
54a48da6b5 Merge pull request #2306 from petrkr/otaupdate2
SDK3.x: Fix OTA includes, bump Async version
2026-04-18 19:56:56 +12:00
Rastislav Vysoky
0899f66034 fix: remove sensors from xiao c3 companion because of bootloops 2026-04-18 09:42:27 +02:00
Liam Cottle
acdb41fcf9 Merge pull request #2103 from robekl/docs-radio-rxgain
docs: add radio.rxgain command reference
2026-04-18 19:05:43 +12:00
Liam Cottle
352fe5f4ae Merge pull request #2315 from jirogit/fix/wireless-paper-companion-usb
feat: add USB Companion Radio env for Heltec Wireless Paper
2026-04-18 18:45:38 +12:00
liamcottle
cfe4b0b9a5 bleuart service stay registered first to prevent gatt cache issues on android when already paired 2026-04-18 14:43:47 +12:00
Liam Cottle
77d737beb9 Merge pull request #2323 from txkbaldlaw/updated-companion-dfu-from-mt
Add support for Companion BLE OTA updates on nRF devices
2026-04-18 12:17:16 +12:00
txkbaldlaw
96a16c238a Additional Update to FAQs regarding Companion OTA 2026-04-17 16:17:12 -05:00
txkbaldlaw
4f9764b1b4 Update FAQ to include Companion OTA DFU updates 2026-04-17 10:56:51 -05:00
Scott Powell
d7a3d41843 Merge branch 'default-scope' into dev 2026-04-17 16:30:19 +10:00
txkbaldlaw
b898e7a04e Add DFU to BLE Stack 2026-04-16 16:04:30 -05:00
jirogit
230c9af87b feat: add USB Companion Radio env for Heltec Wireless Paper 2026-04-15 19:43:51 -07:00
Petr Kracik
e6c6282d40 Variants: Enable ElegantOTA on ESP32-C6 devices 2026-04-14 15:40:31 +02:00
Petr Kracik
3a9e1086af SDK3.x: Fix OTA includes, bump Async version 2026-04-14 15:28:11 +02:00
Liam Cottle
9f680d1744 Merge pull request #2302 from recrof/patch-2
xiao nrf52 companion usb: Add OFFLINE_QUEUE_SIZE=256
2026-04-14 18:36:50 +12:00
Rastislav Vysoky
bd05eca9f5 Add OFFLINE_QUEUE_SIZE=256 for xiao nrf52 companion usb 2026-04-13 21:09:56 +02:00
Huw Duddy
49221fc159 Merge pull request #2298 from TheMalkavien/fix/waveshare-rp2040-rx-sensitivity
Fixes #2294 : RX path not enabled on Waveshare RP2040
2026-04-14 01:36:26 +10:00
Liam Cottle
748f9cfdda Merge pull request #2072 from robekl/fix-t1000e-pin-comments
Fix T1000-E pin comments
2026-04-13 02:27:19 +12:00
Liam Cottle
7e4d5f723a Merge pull request #2102 from robekl/docs-gps-output-format
docs: align gps output description with CLI
2026-04-13 01:51:51 +12:00
Liam Cottle
3ff8b17660 Merge pull request #1833 from olanwe/set-wifi-offline-queue-sizes
Set OFFLINE_QUEUE_SIZE=256 for missing WiFi companion environments
2026-04-13 01:41:07 +12:00
liamcottle
7d8d66c3e6 fix compilation error in wifi variants due to not enough ram 2026-04-13 01:03:32 +12:00
Malkavien
8056344b86 fix(waveshare-rp2040): add SX126X_RXEN=17 to restore RX sensitivity
The Waveshare RP2040-LoRa board has an RF switch with two complementary
control lines:
- DIO2 (CTRL)  -- driven automatically by the SX1262 chip: HIGH on TX,
  LOW on RX
- GPIO17 (!CTRL) -- was not configured in MeshCore, so it floated and
  the switch never properly selected the LNA/RX path

Without this pin driven, the RF switch never switches to RX mode,
resulting in completely degraded reception. TX was unaffected because
DIO2 alone is sufficient to activate the TX path.

Adding SX126X_RXEN=17 lets RadioLib drive GPIO17 as the complement of
DIO2, so the switch correctly routes the signal to the LNA on receive.

Reference: https://files.waveshare.com/wiki/RP2040-LoRa/Rp2040-lora-sch.pdf
2026-04-12 14:49:42 +02:00
Liam Cottle
a9de5bfc0c Merge pull request #1612 from weebl2000/default-button-low
Default button polarity to active-LOW across all firmware types
2026-04-12 23:30:28 +12:00
Liam Cottle
612aa66fc8 Merge pull request #2075 from pcmoore/working-ina3221
RFE: allow for INA3221 macro overrides in platform.io files
2026-04-12 22:49:17 +12:00
Liam Cottle
f2b61f1ce5 Merge pull request #1425 from thomasabbott/tcxo_voltage_fix_rp2040
RP2040 Update SX126X_DIO3_TCXO_VOLTAGE to 1.8 V
2026-04-12 22:45:00 +12:00
Liam Cottle
c92cd219d1 Merge pull request #2164 from Snayler/dev
Fix Heltec Wireless Paper battery reading
2026-04-12 21:17:42 +12:00
Snayler
d360931aa7 Merge branch 'meshcore-dev:dev' into dev 2026-04-10 18:31:52 +01:00
Liam Cottle
bfd4800f59 Merge pull request #2176 from jschrempp/patch-1
Update RAK 4631 entry in FAQ on new bootloader - removed "see note"
2026-04-09 01:47:50 +12:00
liamcottle
9ec08228e5 update faq 2026-04-05 22:04:36 +12:00
Wessel Nieboer
057542625b Fix T1000E press=high 2026-04-04 13:19:13 +02:00
Wessel Nieboer
0a13ac7fc7 Default button polarity to active-LOW across all firmware types
Nearly all LoRa boards use a boot button that pulls to ground when
pressed.
2026-04-04 13:19:13 +02:00
liamcottle
8ede764104 update readme links 2026-04-03 17:07:02 +13:00
liamcottle
a9b55f58f1 update neighbor.remove docs 2026-04-02 23:24:39 +13:00
Liam Cottle
73fc967388 Merge pull request #2172 from LitBomb/patch-24
add multibyte FAQ, reference awesome-meshcore community projects, minor changes
2026-04-01 22:16:02 +13:00
uncle lit
633db082d1 fixed typos and refined multibyte sections.
fixed typos and refined multibyte sections.
2026-03-31 12:22:11 -07:00
liamcottle
30963231ce update docs logo 2026-03-31 00:51:15 +13:00
uncle lit
ea6ec53709 Fix TOC insertion by Markdown All in One VS Code extension
Fixed an extra TOC jump link inserted by VSCode Markdown All in One VS Code extension.
2026-03-29 16:22:41 -07:00
Jim Schrempp
7268d7d0d3 Update RAK 4631 entry in FAQ on new bootloader
Removed "see note" from RAK 4631 entry in FAQ.
2026-03-27 15:51:36 -07:00
uncle lit
aad1cf81da add multibyte FAQ, reference awesome-meshcore community projects, minor changes
- Add multi byte FAQ
- Reword amped radio output setting numbers
- Clarify repeater ID collision including distance, supercede https://github.com/meshcore-dev/MeshCore/pull/1478
- Reference awesome meshcore for community projects. Supercede https://github.com/meshcore-dev/MeshCore/pull/1893
2026-03-27 11:39:29 -07:00
Snayler
bfdd5fb571 Fix formatting of ADC_MULTIPLIER definition 2026-03-27 01:23:04 +00:00
Snayler
4b25f0a3df Add correct ADC_MULTIPLIER definition to Heltec Wireless Paper 2026-03-27 01:19:46 +00:00
Snayler
50e9456f28 Define ADC_MULTIPLIER for adjustable ADC calculation 2026-03-27 01:17:39 +00:00
Liam Cottle
31007d9790 Merge pull request #2135 from liamcottle/docs/update
Update Docs URL
2026-03-24 15:39:51 +13:00
liamcottle
2f6046d7ba update docs cname 2026-03-24 15:38:15 +13:00
Robert Ekl
dcf5785cc4 docs: add radio.rxgain command reference 2026-03-20 12:30:51 -05:00
Robert Ekl
a8783b372e docs: align gps output description with CLI 2026-03-20 12:29:48 -05:00
Paul Moore
913a27da20 EnvironmentSensorManager: allow for INA3221 macro overrides
Allow for platformio.ini files to override the default values for the
following INA3221 related macros:

  TELEM_INA3221_ADDRESS
  TELEM_INA3221_SHUNT_VALUE
  TELEM_INA3221_NUM_CHANNELS

Signed-off-by: Paul Moore <paul@paul-moore.com>
2026-03-19 21:55:13 -04:00
Robert Ekl
6978fc4bc9 Fix T1000-E pin comments 2026-03-17 09:00:06 -05:00
Oliver Weyhmüller
82dd0cd996 Set OFFLINE_QUEUE_SIZE=256 for missing WiFi companion ESP envs 2026-02-24 22:26:24 +01:00
Thomas Abbott
4e9c229093 fix: tcxo voltage 1.8 V for waveshare rp2040 2026-01-29 16:55:07 -08:00
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@@ -31,6 +31,6 @@ jobs:
uses: peaceiris/actions-gh-pages@v3
with:
github_token: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
cname: docs.meshcore.nz
cname: docs.meshcore.io
publish_dir: ./site
publish_branch: 'gh-pages'

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@@ -29,7 +29,8 @@ MeshCore provides the ability to create wireless mesh networks, similar to Mesht
## 🚀 How to Get Started
- Watch the [MeshCore Intro Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1qne8uJBAc) by Andy Kirby.
- Read through our [Frequently Asked Questions](./docs/faq.md) section.
- Watch the [MeshCore Technical Presentation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwmkVkZQTf4) by Liam Cottle.
- Read through our [Frequently Asked Questions](./docs/faq.md) and [Documentation](https://docs.meshcore.io).
- Flash the MeshCore firmware on a supported device.
- Connect with a supported client.
@@ -51,7 +52,7 @@ The Simple Secure Chat example can be interacted with through the Serial Monitor
We have prebuilt firmware ready to flash on supported devices.
- Launch https://flasher.meshcore.co.uk
- Launch https://meshcore.io/flasher
- Select a supported device
- Flash one of the firmware types:
- Companion, Repeater or Room Server
@@ -73,13 +74,13 @@ The companion firmware can be connected to via BLE, USB or WiFi depending on the
The repeater and room server firmwares can be setup via USB in the web config tool.
- https://config.meshcore.dev
- https://config.meshcore.io
They can also be managed via LoRa in the mobile app by using the Remote Management feature.
## 🛠 Hardware Compatibility
MeshCore is designed for devices listed in the [MeshCore Flasher](https://flasher.meshcore.co.uk)
MeshCore is designed for devices listed in the [MeshCore Flasher](https://meshcore.io/flasher)
## 📜 License

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#include "WiFi.h"
#include "AsyncTCP.h"
#include "Update.h"
#include "esp_int_wdt.h"
#include "esp_task_wdt.h"
#endif
#include "Hash.h"

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@@ -102,7 +102,9 @@ This document provides an overview of CLI commands that can be sent to MeshCore
- `neighbor.remove <pubkey_prefix>`
**Parameters:**
- `pubkey_prefix`: The public key of the node to remove from the neighbors list
- `pubkey_prefix`: The public key of the node to remove from the neighbors list. This can be a short prefix or the full key. All neighbors matching the provided prefix will be removed.
**Note:** You can remove all neighbors by sending a space character as the prefix. The space indicates an empty prefix, which matches all existing neighbors.
---
@@ -217,6 +219,20 @@ This document provides an overview of CLI commands that can be sent to MeshCore
---
#### View or change the boosted receive gain mode
**Usage:**
- `get radio.rxgain`
- `set radio.rxgain <state>`
**Parameters:**
- `state`: `on`|`off`
**Default:** `off`
**Note:** Only available on SX1262 and SX1268 based boards.
---
#### Change the radio parameters for a set duration
**Usage:**
- `tempradio <freq>,<bw>,<sf>,<cr>,<timeout_mins>`
@@ -866,7 +882,9 @@ region save
**Default:** `off`
**Note:** Output format: `{status}, {fix}, {sat count}` (when enabled)
**Note:** Output format:
- `off` when the GPS hardware is disabled
- `on, {active|deactivated}, {fix|no fix}, {sat count} sats` when the GPS hardware is enabled
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A list of frequently-asked questions and answers for MeshCore
- [1. Introduction](#1-introduction)
- [1.1. Q: What is MeshCore?](#11-q-what-is-meshcore)
- [1.2. Q: What do you need to start using MeshCore?](#12-q-what-do-you-need-to-start-using-meshcore)
- [1.2.1. Hardware](#121-hardware)
- [1.2.2. Firmware](#122-firmware)
- [1.2.3. Companion Radio Firmware](#123-companion-radio-firmware)
- [1.2.4. Repeater](#124-repeater)
- [1.2.5. Room Server](#125-room-server)
- [2. Initial Setup](#2-initial-setup)
- [2.1. Q: How many devices do I need to start using MeshCore?](#21-q-how-many-devices-do-i-need-to-start-using-meshcore)
- [2.2. Q: Does MeshCore cost any money?](#22-q-does-meshcore-cost-any-money)
- [2.3. Q: What frequencies are supported by MeshCore?](#23-q-what-frequencies-are-supported-by-meshcore)
- [2.4. Q: What is an "advert" in MeshCore?](#24-q-what-is-an-advert-in-meshcore)
- [2.5. Q: Is there a hop limit?](#25-q-is-there-a-hop-limit)
- [3. Server Administration](#3-server-administration)
- [3.1. Q: How do you configure a repeater or a room server?](#31-q-how-do-you-configure-a-repeater-or-a-room-server)
- [3.2. Q: Do I need to set the location for a repeater?](#32-q-do-i-need-to-set-the-location-for-a-repeater)
- [3.3. Q: What is the password to administer a repeater or a room server?](#33-q-what-is-the-password-to-administer-a-repeater-or-a-room-server)
- [3.4. Q: What is the password to join a room server?](#34-q-what-is-the-password-to-join-a-room-server)
- [3.5. Q: Can I retrieve a repeater's private key or set a repeater's private key?](#35-q-can-i-retrieve-a-repeaters-private-key-or-set-a-repeaters-private-key)
- [3.6. Q: The first byte of my repeater's public key collides with an exisitng repeater on the mesh. How do I get a new private key with a matching public key that has its first byte of my choosing?](#36-q-the-first-byte-of-my-repeaters-public-key-collides-with-an-exisitng-repeater-on-the-mesh--how-do-i-get-a-new-private-key-with-a-matching-public-key-that-has-its-first-byte-of-my-choosing)
- [3.7. Q: My repeater maybe suffering from deafness due to high power interference near my mesh's frequency, it is not hearing other in-range MeshCore radios. What can I do?](#37-q-my-repeater-maybe-suffering-from-deafness-due-to-high-power-interference-near-my-meshs-frequency-it-is-not-hearing-other-in-range-meshcore-radios--what-can-i-do)
- [3.8. Q: How do I make my repeater an observer on the mesh?](#38-q-how-do-i-make-my-repeater-an-observer-on-the-mesh)
- [4. T-Deck Related](#4-t-deck-related)
- [4.1. Q: Is there a user guide for T-Deck, T-Pager, T-Watch, or T-Display Pro?](#41-q-is-there-a-user-guide-for-t-deck-t-pager-t-watch-or-t-display-pro)
- [4.2. Q: What are the steps to get a T-Deck into DFU (Device Firmware Update) mode?](#42-q-what-are-the-steps-to-get-a-t-deck-into-dfu-device-firmware-update-mode)
- [4.3. Q: Why is my T-Deck Plus not getting any satellite lock?](#43-q-why-is-my-t-deck-plus-not-getting-any-satellite-lock)
- [4.4. Q: Why is my OG (non-Plus) T-Deck not getting any satellite lock?](#44-q-why-is-my-og-non-plus-t-deck-not-getting-any-satellite-lock)
- [4.5. Q: What size of SD card does the T-Deck support?](#45-q-what-size-of-sd-card-does-the-t-deck-support)
- [4.6. Q: what is the public key for the default public channel?](#46-q-what-is-the-public-key-for-the-default-public-channel)
- [4.7. Q: How do I get maps on T-Deck?](#47-q-how-do-i-get-maps-on-t-deck)
- [4.8. Q: Where do the map tiles go?](#48-q-where-do-the-map-tiles-go)
- [4.9. Q: How to unlock deeper map zoom and server management features on T-Deck?](#49-q-how-to-unlock-deeper-map-zoom-and-server-management-features-on-t-deck)
- [4.10. Q: How to decipher the diagnostics screen on T-Deck?](#410-q-how-to-decipher-the-diagnostics-screen-on-t-deck)
- [4.11. Q: The T-Deck sound is too loud?](#411-q-the-t-deck-sound-is-too-loud)
- [4.12. Q: Can you customize the sound?](#412-q-can-you-customize-the-sound)
- [4.13. Q: What is the 'Import from Clipboard' feature on the t-deck and is there a way to manually add nodes without having to receive adverts?](#413-q-what-is-the-import-from-clipboard-feature-on-the-t-deck-and-is-there-a-way-to-manually-add-nodes-without-having-to-receive-adverts)
- [4.14. Q: How to capture a screenshot on T-Deck?](#414-q-how-to-capture-a-screenshot-on-t-deck)
- [5. General](#5-general)
- [5.1. Q: What are BW, SF, and CR?](#51-q-what-are-bw-sf-and-cr)
- [5.2. Q: Do MeshCore clients repeat?](#52-q-do-meshcore-clients-repeat)
- [5.3. Q: What happens when a node learns a route via a mobile repeater, and that repeater is gone?](#53-q-what-happens-when-a-node-learns-a-route-via-a-mobile-repeater-and-that-repeater-is-gone)
- [5.4. Q: How does a node discovery a path to its destination and then use it to send messages in the future, instead of flooding every message it sends like Meshtastic?](#54-q-how-does-a-node-discovery-a-path-to-its-destination-and-then-use-it-to-send-messages-in-the-future-instead-of-flooding-every-message-it-sends-like-meshtastic)
- [5.5. Q: Do public channels always flood? Do private channels always flood?](#55-q-do-public-channels-always-flood-do-private-channels-always-flood)
- [5.6. Q: what is the public key for the default public channel?](#56-q-what-is-the-public-key-for-the-default-public-channel)
- [5.7. Q: Is MeshCore open source?](#57-q-is-meshcore-open-source)
- [5.8. Q: How can I support MeshCore?](#58-q-how-can-i-support-meshcore)
- [5.9. Q: How do I build MeshCore firmware from source?](#59-q-how-do-i-build-meshcore-firmware-from-source)
- [5.10. Q: Are there other MeshCore related open source projects?](#510-q-are-there-other-meshcore-related-open-source-projects)
- [5.11. Q: Does MeshCore support ATAK](#511-q-does-meshcore-support-atak)
- [5.12. Q: How do I add a node to the MeshCore Map](#512-q-how-do-i-add-a-node-to-the-meshcore-map)
- [5.13. Q: Can I use a Raspberry Pi to update a MeshCore radio?](#513-q-can-i-use-a-raspberry-pi-to-update-a-meshcore-radio)
- [5.14. Q: Are there are projects built around MeshCore?](#514-q-are-there-are-projects-built-around-meshcore)
- [5.14.1. overview](#5141-overview)
- [5.14.1.1. awesome-meshcore](#51411-awesome-meshcore)
- [5.14.2. programming libraries, command line software](#5142-programming-libraries-command-line-software)
- [5.14.2.1. meshcoremqtt](#51421-meshcoremqtt)
- [5.14.2.2. MeshCore for Home Assistant](#51422-meshcore-for-home-assistant)
- [5.14.2.3. Python MeshCore](#51423-python-meshcore)
- [5.14.2.4. meshcore-cli](#51424-meshcore-cli)
- [5.14.2.5. meshcore.js](#51425-meshcorejs)
- [5.14.2.6. pyMC\_core](#51426-pymc_core)
- [5.14.2.7. MeshCore Packet Decoder](#51427-meshcore-packet-decoder)
- [5.14.2.8. meshcore-pi](#51428-meshcore-pi)
- [5.14.2.9. pyMC\_Repeater](#51429-pymc_repeater)
- [5.14.2.10. MeshCore map auto uploader](#514210-MeshCore-map-auto-uploader)
- [5.14.3. apps, graphical software](#5143-apps-graphical-software)
- [5.14.3.1. meshcore-open](#51431-meshcore-open)
- [5.14.4. firmwares](#5144-firmwares)
- [5.14.4.1. MeshCore-Cardputer-ADV](#51441-MeshCore-Cardputer-ADV)
- [5.14.4.2. LunarCore](#51442-LunarCore)
- [5.14.4.3. MC-Term](#51443-MC-Term)
- [5.14.4.4. Meck](#51444-Meck)
- [5.14.4.5. Meshcore for Wio Tracker L1 Pro](#51445-Meshcore-for-Wio-Tracker-L1-Pro)
- [5.14.5. online services](#5145-online-services)
- [5.15. Q: Are there client applications for Windows or Mac?](#515-q-are-there-client-applications-for-windows-or-mac)
- [5.16. Q: Are there any resources that compare MeshCore to other LoRa systems?](#516-q-are-there-any-resources-that-compare-meshcore-to-other-lora-systems)
- [6. Troubleshooting](#6-troubleshooting)
- [6.1. Q: My client says another client or a repeater or a room server was last seen many, many days ago.](#61-q-my-client-says-another-client-or-a-repeater-or-a-room-server-was-last-seen-many-many-days-ago)
- [6.2. Q: A repeater or a client or a room server I expect to see on my discover list (on T-Deck) or contact list (on a smart device client) are not listed.](#62-q-a-repeater-or-a-client-or-a-room-server-i-expect-to-see-on-my-discover-list-on-t-deck-or-contact-list-on-a-smart-device-client-are-not-listed)
- [6.3. Q: How to connect to a repeater via BLE (Bluetooth)?](#63-q-how-to-connect-to-a-repeater-via-ble-bluetooth)
- [6.4. Q: My companion isn't showing up over Bluetooth?](#64-q-my-companion-isnt-showing-up-over-bluetooth)
- [6.5. Q: I can't connect via Bluetooth, what is the Bluetooth pairing code?](#65-q-i-cant-connect-via-bluetooth-what-is-the-bluetooth-pairing-code)
- [6.6. Q: My Heltec V3 keeps disconnecting from my smartphone. It can't hold a solid Bluetooth connection.](#66-q-my-heltec-v3-keeps-disconnecting-from-my-smartphone--it-cant-hold-a-solid-bluetooth-connection)
- [6.7. Q: My RAK/T1000-E/xiao\_nRF52 device seems to be corrupted, how do I wipe it clean to start fresh?](#67-q-my-rakt1000-exiao_nrf52-device-seems-to-be-corrupted-how-do-i-wipe-it-clean-to-start-fresh)
- [6.8. Q: WebFlasher fails on Linux with failed to open](#68-q-webflasher-fails-on-linux-with-failed-to-open)
- [7. Other Questions:](#7-other-questions)
- [7.1. Q: How to update nRF (RAK, T114, Seed XIAO) repeater and room server firmware over the air using the new simpler DFU app?](#71-q-how-to-update-nrf-rak-t114-seed-xiao-repeater-and-room-server-firmware-over-the-air-using-the-new-simpler-dfu-app)
- [7.1.1 Q: Can I update Seeed Studio Wio Tracker L1 Pro using OTA?](#711-q-can-i-update-seeed-studio-wio-tracker-l1-pro-using-ota)
- [7.2. Q: How to update ESP32-based devices over the air?](#72-q-how-to-update-esp32-based-devices-over-the-air)
- [7.3. Q: Is there a way to lower the chance of a failed OTA device firmware update (DFU)?](#73-q-is-there-a-way-to-lower-the-chance-of-a-failed-ota-device-firmware-update-dfu)
- [7.4. Q: are the MeshCore logo and font available?](#74-q-are-the-meshcore-logo-and-font-available)
- [7.5. Q: What is the format of a contact or channel QR code?](#75-q-what-is-the-format-of-a-contact-or-channel-qr-code)
- [7.6. Q: How do I connect to the companion via WIFI, e.g. using a heltec v3?](#76-q-how-do-i-connect-to-the-companion-via-wifi-eg-using-a-heltec-v3)
- [7.7. Q: I have a Station G2, or a Heltec V4, or an Ikoka Stick, or a radio with a EByte E22-900M30S or a E22-900M33S module, what should their transmit power be set to?](#77-q-i-have-a-station-g2-or-a-heltec-v4-or-an-ikoka-stick-or-a-radio-with-a-ebyte-e22-900m30s-or-a-e22-900m33s-module-what-should-their-transmit-power-be-set-to)
- [Frequently Asked Questions](#frequently-asked-questions)
- [1. Introduction](#1-introduction)
- [1.1. Q: What is MeshCore?](#11-q-what-is-meshcore)
- [1.2. Q: What do you need to start using MeshCore?](#12-q-what-do-you-need-to-start-using-meshcore)
- [1.2.1. Hardware](#121-hardware)
- [1.2.2. Firmware](#122-firmware)
- [1.2.3. Companion Radio Firmware](#123-companion-radio-firmware)
- [1.2.4. Repeater](#124-repeater)
- [1.2.5. Room Server](#125-room-server)
- [2. Initial Setup](#2-initial-setup)
- [2.1. Q: How many devices do I need to start using MeshCore?](#21-q-how-many-devices-do-i-need-to-start-using-meshcore)
- [2.2. Q: Does MeshCore cost any money?](#22-q-does-meshcore-cost-any-money)
- [2.3. Q: What frequencies are supported by MeshCore?](#23-q-what-frequencies-are-supported-by-meshcore)
- [2.4. Q: What is an "advert" in MeshCore?](#24-q-what-is-an-advert-in-meshcore)
- [2.5. Q: Is there a hop limit?](#25-q-is-there-a-hop-limit)
- [3. Server Administration](#3-server-administration)
- [3.1. Q: How do you configure a repeater or a room server?](#31-q-how-do-you-configure-a-repeater-or-a-room-server)
- [3.2. Q: Do I need to set the location for a repeater?](#32-q-do-i-need-to-set-the-location-for-a-repeater)
- [3.3. Q: What is the password to administer a repeater or a room server?](#33-q-what-is-the-password-to-administer-a-repeater-or-a-room-server)
- [3.4. Q: What is the password to join a room server?](#34-q-what-is-the-password-to-join-a-room-server)
- [3.5. Q: Can I retrieve a repeater's private key or set a repeater's private key?](#35-q-can-i-retrieve-a-repeaters-private-key-or-set-a-repeaters-private-key)
- [3.6. Q: The first byte of my repeater's public key collides with an exisitng repeater on the mesh. How do I get a new private key with a matching public key that has its first byte of my choosing?](#36-q-the-first-byte-of-my-repeaters-public-key-collides-with-an-exisitng-repeater-on-the-mesh--how-do-i-get-a-new-private-key-with-a-matching-public-key-that-has-its-first-byte-of-my-choosing)
- [3.7. Q: My repeater maybe suffering from deafness due to high power interference near my mesh's frequency, it is not hearing other in-range MeshCore radios. What can I do?](#37-q-my-repeater-maybe-suffering-from-deafness-due-to-high-power-interference-near-my-meshs-frequency-it-is-not-hearing-other-in-range-meshcore-radios--what-can-i-do)
- [3.8. Q: How do I make my repeater an observer on the mesh?](#38-q-how-do-i-make-my-repeater-an-observer-on-the-mesh)
- [3.9. Q: What is multi-byte support? What do 1-byte, 2-byte, 3-byte adverts and messages mean?](#39-q-what-is-multi-byte-support--what-do-1-byte-2-byte-3-byte-adverts-and-messages-mean)
- [3.9.1. Q: **What path hash sizes will my repeater forward?**](#391-q-what-path-hash-sizes-will-my-repeater-forward)
- [3.9.2. Q: **What determines a packet's path hash size?**](#392-q-what-determines-a-packets-path-hash-size)
- [3.9.3. Q: **How do I change my companion's path hash size?**](#393-q-how-do-i-change-my-companions-path-hash-size)
- [3.9.4. Q: **What does the CLI command `path.hash.mode` do on a repeater?**](#394-q-what-does-the-cli-command-pathhashmode-do-on-a-repeater)
- [3.9.5. Q: **Why use 2- or 3-byte path hash for adverts?**](#395-q-why-use-2--or-3-byte-path-hash-for-adverts)
- [3.9.6. Q: **When can we move away from 1-byte path hash for channel and direct messages?**](#396-q-when-can-we-move-away-from-1-byte-path-hash-for-channel-and-direct-messages)
- [4. T-Deck Related](#4-t-deck-related)
- [4.1. Q: Is there a user guide for T-Deck, T-Pager, T-Watch, or T-Display Pro?](#41-q-is-there-a-user-guide-for-t-deck-t-pager-t-watch-or-t-display-pro)
- [4.2. Q: What are the steps to get a T-Deck into DFU (Device Firmware Update) mode?](#42-q-what-are-the-steps-to-get-a-t-deck-into-dfu-device-firmware-update-mode)
- [4.3. Q: Why is my T-Deck Plus not getting any satellite lock?](#43-q-why-is-my-t-deck-plus-not-getting-any-satellite-lock)
- [4.4. Q: Why is my OG (non-Plus) T-Deck not getting any satellite lock?](#44-q-why-is-my-og-non-plus-t-deck-not-getting-any-satellite-lock)
- [4.5. Q: What size of SD card does the T-Deck support?](#45-q-what-size-of-sd-card-does-the-t-deck-support)
- [4.6. Q: what is the public key for the default public channel?](#46-q-what-is-the-public-key-for-the-default-public-channel)
- [4.7. Q: How do I get maps on T-Deck?](#47-q-how-do-i-get-maps-on-t-deck)
- [4.8. Q: Where do the map tiles go?](#48-q-where-do-the-map-tiles-go)
- [4.9. Q: How to unlock deeper map zoom and server management features on T-Deck?](#49-q-how-to-unlock-deeper-map-zoom-and-server-management-features-on-t-deck)
- [4.10. Q: How to decipher the diagnostics screen on T-Deck?](#410-q-how-to-decipher-the-diagnostics-screen-on-t-deck)
- [4.11. Q: The T-Deck sound is too loud?](#411-q-the-t-deck-sound-is-too-loud)
- [4.12. Q: Can you customize the sound?](#412-q-can-you-customize-the-sound)
- [4.13. Q: What is the 'Import from Clipboard' feature on the t-deck and is there a way to manually add nodes without having to receive adverts?](#413-q-what-is-the-import-from-clipboard-feature-on-the-t-deck-and-is-there-a-way-to-manually-add-nodes-without-having-to-receive-adverts)
- [4.14. Q: How to capture a screenshot on T-Deck?](#414-q-how-to-capture-a-screenshot-on-t-deck)
- [5. General](#5-general)
- [5.1. Q: What are BW, SF, and CR?](#51-q-what-are-bw-sf-and-cr)
- [5.2. Q: Do MeshCore clients repeat?](#52-q-do-meshcore-clients-repeat)
- [5.3. Q: What happens when a node learns a route via a mobile repeater, and that repeater is gone?](#53-q-what-happens-when-a-node-learns-a-route-via-a-mobile-repeater-and-that-repeater-is-gone)
- [5.4. Q: How does a node discovery a path to its destination and then use it to send messages in the future, instead of flooding every message it sends like Meshtastic?](#54-q-how-does-a-node-discovery-a-path-to-its-destination-and-then-use-it-to-send-messages-in-the-future-instead-of-flooding-every-message-it-sends-like-meshtastic)
- [5.5. Q: Do public channels always flood? Do private channels always flood?](#55-q-do-public-channels-always-flood-do-private-channels-always-flood)
- [5.6. Q: what is the public key for the default public channel?](#56-q-what-is-the-public-key-for-the-default-public-channel)
- [5.7. Q: Is MeshCore open source?](#57-q-is-meshcore-open-source)
- [5.8. Q: How can I support MeshCore?](#58-q-how-can-i-support-meshcore)
- [5.9. Q: How do I build MeshCore firmware from source?](#59-q-how-do-i-build-meshcore-firmware-from-source)
- [5.10. Q: Are there other MeshCore related open source projects?](#510-q-are-there-other-meshcore-related-open-source-projects)
- [5.11. Q: Does MeshCore support ATAK](#511-q-does-meshcore-support-atak)
- [5.12. Q: How do I add a node to the MeshCore Map](#512-q-how-do-i-add-a-node-to-the-meshcore-map)
- [5.13. Q: Can I use a Raspberry Pi to update a MeshCore radio?](#513-q-can-i-use-a-raspberry-pi-to-update-a-meshcore-radio)
- [5.14. Q: Are there are projects built around MeshCore?](#514-q-are-there-are-projects-built-around-meshcore)
- [5.15. Q: Are there client applications for Windows or Mac?](#515-q-are-there-client-applications-for-windows-or-mac)
- [5.16. Q: Are there any resources that compare MeshCore to other LoRa systems?](#516-q-are-there-any-resources-that-compare-meshcore-to-other-lora-systems)
- [6. Troubleshooting](#6-troubleshooting)
- [6.1. Q: My client says another client or a repeater or a room server was last seen many, many days ago.](#61-q-my-client-says-another-client-or-a-repeater-or-a-room-server-was-last-seen-many-many-days-ago)
- [6.2. Q: A repeater or a client or a room server I expect to see on my discover list (on T-Deck) or contact list (on a smart device client) are not listed.](#62-q-a-repeater-or-a-client-or-a-room-server-i-expect-to-see-on-my-discover-list-on-t-deck-or-contact-list-on-a-smart-device-client-are-not-listed)
- [6.3. Q: How to connect to a repeater via BLE (Bluetooth)?](#63-q-how-to-connect-to-a-repeater-via-ble-bluetooth)
- [6.4. Q: My companion isn't showing up over Bluetooth?](#64-q-my-companion-isnt-showing-up-over-bluetooth)
- [6.5. Q: I can't connect via Bluetooth, what is the Bluetooth pairing code?](#65-q-i-cant-connect-via-bluetooth-what-is-the-bluetooth-pairing-code)
- [6.6. Q: My Heltec V3 keeps disconnecting from my smartphone. It can't hold a solid Bluetooth connection.](#66-q-my-heltec-v3-keeps-disconnecting-from-my-smartphone--it-cant-hold-a-solid-bluetooth-connection)
- [6.7. Q: My RAK/T1000-E/xiao\_nRF52 device seems to be corrupted, how do I wipe it clean to start fresh?](#67-q-my-rakt1000-exiao_nrf52-device-seems-to-be-corrupted-how-do-i-wipe-it-clean-to-start-fresh)
- [6.8. Q: WebFlasher fails on Linux with failed to open](#68-q-webflasher-fails-on-linux-with-failed-to-open)
- [7. Other Questions:](#7-other-questions)
- [7.1. Q: How to update nRF (RAK, T114, Seed XIAO) repeater and room server firmware over the air using the new simpler DFU app?](#71-q-how-to-update-nrf-rak-t114-seed-xiao-repeater-and-room-server-firmware-over-the-air-using-the-new-simpler-dfu-app)
- [7.1.1 Q: Can I update Seeed Studio Wio Tracker L1 Pro using OTA?](#711-q-can-i-update-seeed-studio-wio-tracker-l1-pro-using-ota)
- [7.2. Q: How to update ESP32-based devices over the air?](#72-q-how-to-update-esp32-based-devices-over-the-air)
- [7.3. Q: Is there a way to lower the chance of a failed OTA device firmware update (DFU)?](#73-q-is-there-a-way-to-lower-the-chance-of-a-failed-ota-device-firmware-update-dfu)
- [7.4. Q: are the MeshCore logo and font available?](#74-q-are-the-meshcore-logo-and-font-available)
- [7.5. Q: What is the format of a contact or channel QR code?](#75-q-what-is-the-format-of-a-contact-or-channel-qr-code)
- [7.6. Q: How do I connect to the companion via WIFI, e.g. using a heltec v3?](#76-q-how-do-i-connect-to-the-companion-via-wifi-eg-using-a-heltec-v3)
- [7.7. Q: I have a Station G2, or a Heltec V4, or an Ikoka Stick, or a radio with a EByte E22-900M30S or a E22-900M33S module, what should their transmit power be set to?](#77-q-i-have-a-station-g2-or-a-heltec-v4-or-an-ikoka-stick-or-a-radio-with-a-ebyte-e22-900m30s-or-a-e22-900m33s-module-what-should-their-transmit-power-be-set-to)
## 1. Introduction
### 1.1. Q: What is MeshCore?
**A:** MeshCore is a multi platform system for enabling secure text based communications utilising LoRa radio hardware. It can be used for Off-Grid Communication, Emergency Response & Disaster Recovery, Outdoor Activities, Tactical Security including law enforcement and private security and also IoT sensor networks. ([source](https://meshcore.co.uk/))
**A:** MeshCore is a multi platform system for enabling secure text based communications utilising LoRa radio hardware. It can be used for Off-Grid Communication, Emergency Response & Disaster Recovery, Outdoor Activities, Tactical Security including law enforcement and private security and also IoT sensor networks. ([source](https://meshcore.io/))
MeshCore is free and open source:
* MeshCore is the routing and firmware etc, available on GitHub under MIT license
@@ -120,19 +106,20 @@ Anyone is able to build anything they like on top of MeshCore without paying any
### 1.2. Q: What do you need to start using MeshCore?
**A:** Everything you need for MeshCore is available at:
- Main web site: [https://meshcore.co.uk](https://meshcore.co.uk)
- Firmware Flasher: [https://flasher.meshcore.co.uk](https://flasher.meshcore.co.uk)
- Main Website: [https://meshcore.io](https://meshcore.io)
- Firmware Flasher: [https://flasher.meshcore.io](https://flasher.meshcore.io)
- MeshCore Firmware on GitHub: [https://github.com/meshcore-dev/MeshCore](https://github.com/meshcore-dev/MeshCore)
- MeshCore Companion App: [https://meshcore.nz](https://meshcore.nz)
- MeshCore Map: [https://meshcore.co.uk/map.html](https://meshcore.co.uk/map.html)
- Andy Kirby has a very useful [intro video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1qne8uJBAc) for beginners.
- MeshCore Companion Web App: [https://app.meshcore.nz](https://app.meshcore.nz)
- MeshCore Map: [https://map.meshcore.io](https://map.meshcore.io)
- Andy Kirby's [MeshCore Intro Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1qne8uJBAc)
- Liam Cottle's [MeshCore Technical Presentation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwmkVkZQTf4)
You need LoRa hardware devices to run MeshCore firmware as clients or server (repeater and room server).
#### 1.2.1. Hardware
MeshCore is available on a variety of 433MHz, 868MHz and 915MHz LoRa devices. For example, Lilygo T-Deck, T-Pager, RAK Wireless WisBlock RAK4631 devices (e.g. 19003, 19007, 19026), Heltec V3, Xiao S3 WIO, Xiao C3, Heltec T114, Station G2, Nano G2 Ultra, Seeed Studio T1000-E. More devices are being added regularly.
For an up-to-date list of supported devices, please go to https://flasher.meshcore.co.uk/
For an up-to-date list of supported devices, please go to https://flasher.meshcore.io
To use MeshCore without using a phone as the client interface, you can run MeshCore on a LiLygo's T-Deck, T-Deck Plus, T-Pager, T-Watch, or T-Display Pro. MeshCore Ultra firmware running on these devices are a complete off-grid secure communication solution.
@@ -144,12 +131,11 @@ Companion radios are for connecting to the Android app or web app as a messenger
1. **BLE Companion**
BLE Companion firmware runs on a supported LoRa device and connects to a smart device running the Android or iOS MeshCore client over BLE
<https://meshcore.co.uk/apps.html>
<https://meshcore.io/>
2. **USB Serial Companion**
USB Serial Companion firmware runs on a supported LoRa device and connects to a smart device or a computer over USB Serial running the MeshCore web client
<https://meshcore.liamcottle.net/#/>
<https://client.meshcore.co.uk/tabs/devices>
<https://app.meshcore.nz/>
#### 1.2.4. Repeater
Repeaters are used to extend the range of a MeshCore network. Repeater firmware runs on the same devices that run client firmware. A repeater's job is to forward MeshCore packets to the destination device. It does **not** forward or retransmit every packet it receives, unlike other LoRa mesh systems.
@@ -243,11 +229,11 @@ The separate `set advert.interval {minutes}` command controls the local zero-hop
Repeater or room server can be administered with one of the options below:
- After a repeater or room server firmware is flashed on to a LoRa device, go to <https://config.meshcore.dev> and use the web user interface to connect to the LoRa device via USB serial. From there you can set the name of the server, its frequency and other related settings, location, passwords etc.
- After a repeater or room server firmware is flashed on to a LoRa device, go to <https://config.meshcore.io> and use the web user interface to connect to the LoRa device via USB serial. From there you can set the name of the server, its frequency and other related settings, location, passwords etc.
![image](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/2a9d9894-e34d-4dbe-b57c-fc3c250a2d34)
- Connect the server device using a USB cable to a computer running Chrome on https://flasher.meshcore.co.uk/, then use the `console` feature to connect to the device
- Connect the server device using a USB cable to a computer running Chrome on https://flasher.meshcore.io, then use the `console` feature to connect to the device
- Use a MeshCore smartphone clients to remotely administer servers via LoRa.
@@ -290,6 +276,10 @@ Reboot the repeater after `set prv.key <hex>` command for the new private key to
**A:** You can generate a new private key and specific the first byte of its public key here: https://gessaman.com/mc-keygen/
Having multiple repeaters with the same first byte ID does not negatively affect the mesh or its functionality. Flood and pathed packets will still reach their destinations. First byte ID collision makes traceroute and path analysis harder because these tools don't know exactly which of the two (or more) colliding repeaters is the one in the path.
Best practice is when you set up a new repeater, choose a public key that is not in use. If it is not possible to find a unique first byte for your repeater's public key, choose one that is unique within about 10 miles (16 km) to minimize collision with nearby repeaters.
### 3.7. Q: My repeater maybe suffering from deafness due to high power interference near my mesh's frequency, it is not hearing other in-range MeshCore radios. What can I do?
@@ -306,6 +296,58 @@ This is a very low cost operation. AGC reset is done by simply setting `state =
**A:** The observer instruction is available here: https://analyzer.letsmesh.net/observer/onboard
### 3.9. Q: What is multi-byte support? What do 1-byte, 2-byte, 3-byte adverts and messages mean?
**A:**
The original MeshCore protocol design uses the first byte of a repeater's public key to denote the repeater in a path. And with 1 byte for each repeater in the path, MeshCore packets can travel as many as 64 hops.
However, with 1 byte, there are only 254 unique IDs (exclude 00 and FF which are reserved). Many meshes group have multiple repeaters with the same first byte in their public keys. Packets continue to pass through repeaters and the mesh is not harmed in anyway. It does make it harder for tools to analyze paths with duplicated repeater IDs.
Firmware version 1.14 and newer introduces the ability for repeaters to advert with 1-, 2-, or 3-byte adverts. Companions can also send out channel and direct messages with 1-, 2-, or 3-byte path. Adverts and messages sent in 1-byte path is compatible with repeater firmware older or newer than 1.14. They will travel up to 64 hops. 2-byte adverts and messages will travel up to 32 hops. 3-byte adverts and messages will travel up to 21 hops.
### 3.9.1. Q: **What path hash sizes will my repeater forward?**
Repeaters running firmware 1.14+ repeat packets sent with 1-, 2-, or 3-byte path hash. Repeaters on firmware older than 1.14 only repeat 1-byte path hash packets and silently drop 2- and 3-byte packets.
### 3.9.2. Q: **What determines a packet's path hash size?**
The original packet sender determines the path hash size. The most common original sender is a companion app. The other common original sender is a repeater, when it broadcasts its advert.
### 3.9.3. Q: **How do I change my companion's path hash size?**
As of firmware version 1.14 and MeshCore app version 1.41.0, in the MeshCore app, you can set your companion's message path hash size in `Settings (gear icon)`, `Experimental Settings`.
Until your regional mesh has the vast majority of the repeaters updated to 1.14+ firmware, it is recommended to keep your companion at the default 1-byte because pre-1.14 repeaters will silently drop messages with larger path hashes.
### 3.9.4. Q: **What does the CLI command `path.hash.mode` do on a repeater?**
This CLI command `path.hash.mode` *only* controls the path hash size used in a repeater's own advert broadcasts. It does **NOT** affect which packets the repeater forwards. A repeater with firmware 1.14+ always forward 1-, 2-, and 3-byte packets regardless of this setting.
Usage: `set path.hash.mode {0|1|2}`:
```
┌────────────────┬───────────────────────┐
│ path.hash.mode │ Advert path hash size │
├────────────────┼───────────────────────┤
│ 0 │ 1 byte (default) │
├────────────────┼───────────────────────┤
│ 1 │ 2 bytes │
├────────────────┼───────────────────────┤
│ 2 │ 3 bytes │
└────────────────┴───────────────────────┘
```
It is safe to set your 1.14+ repeaters to mode 1 or 2.
### 3.9.5. Q: **Why use 2- or 3-byte path hash for adverts?**
A longer path hash helps tools like the LetsMesh.net Analyzer and MeshMapper disambiguate repeaters more reliably. With only 1 byte, the chance of different repeaters having the same first byte in their public key is high, making it harder to tell them apart in mesh network analysis. Since this only affects adverts, there's no downside. 2- and 3-byte adverts don't travel as far as 1-byte adverts, but it is not important for MeshCore nodes to hear a repeater's advert that are 21 or 32 hops away.
### 3.9.6. Q: **When can we move away from 1-byte path hash for channel and direct messages?**
You should move to send 2-byte or 3-byte channel and direct messages when the vast majority of the repeaters in your regional mesh are updated to firmware version 1.14 or newer. Setting your repeater's `path.hash.mode` to 1 (for 2-byte path hash) or 2 (for 3-byte path hash) now helps the community gauge to how many repeaters have updated to 1.14+. Please work with your MeshCore community together to decide when to switch to 2-byte path or 3-byte path for channel and direct messages.
---
## 4. T-Deck Related
@@ -323,7 +365,7 @@ This is a very low cost operation. AGC reset is done by simply setting `state =
5. Hear USB connection sound
6. Release trackball
7. T-Deck in DFU mode now
8. At this point you can begin flashing using <https://flasher.meshcore.co.uk/>
8. At this point you can begin flashing using <https://flasher.meshcore.io>
### 4.3. Q: Why is my T-Deck Plus not getting any satellite lock?
**A:** For T-Deck Plus, the GPS baud rate should be set to **38400**. Also, some T-Deck Plus devices were found to have the GPS module installed upside down, with the GPS antenna facing down instead of up. If your T-Deck Plus still doesn't get any satellite lock after setting the baud rate to 38400, you might need to open the device to check the GPS orientation.
@@ -544,7 +586,7 @@ MeshCore clients would need to reset path constantly and flood traffic across th
This could change in the future if MeshCore develops a client firmware that repeats.
[Source](https://discord.com/channels/826570251612323860/1330643963501351004/1354780032140054659)
### 5.12. Q: How do I add a node to the [MeshCore Map](https://meshcore.co.uk/map.html)
### 5.12. Q: How do I add a node to the [MeshCore Map](https://map.meshcore.io)
**A:**
To add a BLE Companion radio, connect to the BLE Companion radio from the MeshCore smartphone app. In the app, tap the `3 dot` menu icon at the top right corner, then tap `Internet Map`. Tap the `3 dot` menu icon again and choose `Add me to the Map`
@@ -561,18 +603,18 @@ Below are the instructions to flash firmware onto a supported LoRa device using
> Instructions for nRF devices like RAK, T1000-E, T114 are immediately after the ESP instructions
For ESP-based devices (e.g. Heltec V3) you need:
- Download firmware file from flasher.meshcore.co.uk
- Download firmware file from https://flasher.meshcore.io
- Go to the web site on a browser, find the section that has the firmware up need
- Click the Download button, right click on the file you need, for example,
- `Heltec_V3_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.bin`
- Non-merged bin keeps the existing Bluetooth pairing database
- `Heltec_v3_companion_radio_usb-v1.7.1-165fb33-merged.bin`
- Merged bin overwrites everything including the bootloader, existing Bluetooth pairing database, but keeps configurations.
- Right click on the file name and copy the link and note it for later use here is an example: `https://flasher.meshcore.dev/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/Heltec_v3_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.bin`
- Right click on the file name and copy the link and note it for later use here is an example: `https://flasher.meshcore.io/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/Heltec_v3_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.bin`
- Run:
- `wget https://flasher.meshcore.dev/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/Heltec_v3_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.bin` to download the firmware file for your device type. or the version you need - USB, BLE, Repeater, Room Server, merged bin or non-merged bin
- `wget https://flasher.meshcore.io/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/Heltec_v3_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.bin` to download the firmware file for your device type. or the version you need - USB, BLE, Repeater, Room Server, merged bin or non-merged bin
- If the above wget command only downloads a very small file (10K bytes instead of more than 100K byte, use this command instead:
- `wget --user-agent="Mozilla/5.0" --content-disposition "https://flasher.meshcore.dev/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/Heltec_v3_companion_radio_usb-v1.7.1-165fb33.bin"`
- `wget --user-agent="Mozilla/5.0" --content-disposition "https://flasher.meshcore.io/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/Heltec_v3_companion_radio_usb-v1.7.1-165fb33.bin"`
- Confirm the `ttyXXXX` device path on your Raspberry Pi:
- Go to `/dev` directory, run ls command to find confirm your device path
- They are usually `/dev/ttyUSB0` for ESP devices
@@ -589,14 +631,14 @@ For ESP-based devices (e.g. Heltec V3) you need:
**Instructions for nRF devices:**
For nRF devices (e.g. RAK, Heltec T114) you need the following:
- Download firmware file from flasher.meshcore.co.uk
- Download firmware file from https://flasher.meshcore.io
- Go to the web site on a browser, find the section that has the firmware up need
- You need the ZIP version for the adafruit flash tool (below)
- Click the Download button, right click on the ZIP file, for example:
- `RAK_4631_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.zip`
- Right click on the file name and copy the link and note it for later use here is an example: `https://flasher.meshcore.dev/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/RAK_4631_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.zip`
- Right click on the file name and copy the link and note it for later use here is an example: `https://flasher.meshcore.io/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/RAK_4631_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.zip`
- Run:
- `wget https://flasher.meshcore.dev/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/RAK_4631_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.zip` to download the firmware file for your device type. or the version you need - USB, BLE, Repeater, Room Server, ZIP file only
- `wget https://flasher.meshcore.io/releases/download/companion-v1.7.1/RAK_4631_companion_radio_ble-v1.7.1-165fb33.zip` to download the firmware file for your device type. or the version you need - USB, BLE, Repeater, Room Server, ZIP file only
- Confirm the `ttyXXXX` device path on your Raspberry Pi:
- Go to `/dev` directory, run ls command to find confirm your device path
- They are usually `/dev/ttyACM0` for nRF devices
@@ -618,101 +660,16 @@ From here, reference repeater and room server command line commands on MeshCore
### 5.14. Q: Are there are projects built around MeshCore?
**A:** Yes. Some of them are listed below.
**A:** Yes, there are many. MeshCore's protocol is open source using the MIT license. The MIT license and the open source protocol makes it very easy for the MeshCore community to build new firmware for radios, applications on mobile devices, map tools, and analysis tools, and integration with other projects like Home Asistant.
#### 5.14.1. overview
Some resources that by themselves give overviews about MeshCore related projects:
##### 5.14.1.1. awesome-meshcore
A meta website/ git-repository collecting many projects related to MeshCore, grouped by type. See
https://github.com/samuk/awesome-meshcore.
#### 5.14.2. programming libraries, command line software
##### 5.14.2.1. meshcoremqtt
A Python script to send meshcore debug and packet capture data to MQTT for analysis. Cisien's version is a fork of Andrew-a-g's and is being used to to collect data for https://map.w0z.is/messages and https://analyzer.letsmesh.net/
https://github.com/Cisien/meshcoretomqtt
https://github.com/Andrew-a-g/meshcoretomqtt
##### 5.14.2.2. MeshCore for Home Assistant
A custom Home Assistant integration for MeshCore mesh radio nodes. It allows you to monitor and control MeshCore nodes via USB, BLE, or TCP connections.
https://github.com/awolden/meshcore-ha
##### 5.14.2.3. Python MeshCore
Bindings to access your MeshCore companion radio nodes in python.
https://github.com/fdlamotte/meshcore_py
##### 5.14.2.4. meshcore-cli
CLI interface to MeshCore companion radio over BLE, TCP, or serial. Uses Python MeshCore above.
https://github.com/fdlamotte/meshcore-cli
##### 5.14.2.5. meshcore.js
A JavaScript library for interacting with a MeshCore device running the companion radio firmware
https://github.com/liamcottle/meshcore.js
##### 5.14.2.6. pyMC_core
pyMC_Core is a Python port of MeshCore, designed for Raspberry Pi and similar hardware, it talks to LoRa modules over SPI.
https://github.com/rightup/pyMC_core
##### 5.14.2.7. MeshCore Packet Decoder
A TypeScript library for decoding MeshCore mesh networking packets with full cryptographic support. Uses WebAssembly (WASM) for Ed25519 key derivation through the orlp/ed25519 library. It powers the [MeshCore Packet Analyzer](https://analyzer.letsmesh.net/packets).
https://github.com/michaelhart/meshcore-decoder
##### 5.14.2.8. meshcore-pi
meshcore-pi is another Python port of MeshCore, designed for Raspberry Pi and similar hardware, it talks to LoRa modules over SPI or GPIO.
https://github.com/brianwiddas/meshcore-pi
##### 5.14.2.9. pyMC_Repeater
pyMC_Repeater is a repeater daemon in Python built on top of the [`pymc_core`](#5146-pymc_core) library.
https://github.com/rightup/pyMC_Repeater
##### 5.14.2.10. MeshCore map auto uploader
A Node.js software that will upload every repeater or room server to [map.meshcore.dev](https://map.meshcore.dev/) when a connected companion hears new advert.
https://github.com/recrof/map.meshcore.dev-uploader
#### 5.14.3. apps, graphical software
##### 5.14.3.1. meshcore-open
Open Source companion app for Android, iOS, GNU/Linux (and maybe other Unixes), Windows, macOS, chromium-based browsers.
https://github.com/zjs81/meshcore-open
#### 5.14.4. firmwares
##### 5.14.4.1. MeshCore-Cardputer-ADV
Standalone client firmware for the "[M5Stack Cardputer ADV](https://docs.m5stack.com/en/core/Cardputer-Adv)" with the "[M5Stack Cap LoRa-1262](https://docs.m5stack.com/en/cap/Cap_LoRa-1262)" module.
There are two variants:
* https://github.com/Stachugit/MeshCore-Cardputer-ADV,
* https://github.com/sosprz/meshcore-cardputer-adv.
##### 5.14.4.2. LunarCore
Multi-protocol mesh firmware for ESP32-S3 LoRa devices (MeshCore, Meshtastic, RNode/KISS (Reticulum)). Protocol is auto-detected from the first bytes over serial or BLE.
https://github.com/STCisGOOD/lunarcore
##### 5.14.4.3. MC-Term
(Soon to be) Open Source companion firmware for [LilyGO T-Deck (Plus)](https://lilygo.cc/en-us/products/t-deck-plus-1) and [Seeed Studio SenseCap Indicator (TFT / D1Pro)](https://www.seeedstudio.com/SenseCAP-Indicator-D1Pro-p-5644.html), that can be used both standalone and together with a companion app.
https://github.com/dabeani/meshcore
##### 5.14.4.4. Meck
Companion firmware for [LilyGo T-Deck Pro](https://lilygo.cc/products/t-deck-pro) that allows standalone operation and connection to a companion app via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
https://github.com/pelgraine/Meck
##### 5.14.4.5. Meshcore for Wio Tracker L1 Pro
Companion firmware for [Seeed Studio Wio Tracker L1 Pro](https://www.seeedstudio.com/Wio-Tracker-L1-Pro-p-6454.html) with specific UI adjustments that can be used standalone.
https://github.com/sosprz/Meshcore-Wio-Tracker-L1-Pro
#### 5.14.5. online services
*(None yet listed here. See [overview ressources](#5141-overview).)*
As new MeshCore community projects become available on a weekly basis, we have stopped tracking them here in this FAQ. [samuk](https://github.com/samuk) maintains a very exhausive list of MeshCore community project at https://github.com/samuk/awesome-meshcore/blob/main/README.md. samuk accepts PRs and merges them regularly.
### 5.15. Q: Are there client applications for Windows or Mac?
**A:** Yes, the same iOS and Android client is also available for Windows and Intel Mac (sorry, not available for ARM-based Mac yet). You can find them together with the Android APK here:
**A:** Yes, the same iOS and Android client is also available for Windows and Mac. You can find them together with the Android APK here:
https://files.liamcottle.net/MeshCore
Both the Windows and Intel Mac versions of the client app are fully unlocked and are free to use.
Both the Windows and Mac versions of the client app are fully unlocked and are free to use.
### 5.16. Q: Are there any resources that compare MeshCore to other LoRa systems?
@@ -761,16 +718,16 @@ You can get the epoch time on <https://www.epochconverter.com/> and use it to se
- For Heltec T114, click the reset button **TWICE** (the bottom button)
- For Xiao nRF52, click the reset button once. If that doesn't work, quickly double click the reset button twice. If that doesn't work, disconnection the board from your PC and reconnect again ([seeed studio wiki](https://wiki.seeedstudio.com/XIAO_BLE/#access-the-swd-pins-for-debugging-and-reflashing-bootloader))
5. A new folder will appear on your computer's desktop
6. Download the `flash_erase*.uf2` file for your device on flasher.meshcore.co.uk
6. Download the `flash_erase*.uf2` file for your device on https://flasher.meshcore.io
- RAK WisBlock and Heltec T114: `Flash_erase-nRF32_softdevice_v6.uf2`
- Seeed Studio Xiao nRF52 WIO: `Flash_erase-nRF52_softdevice_v7.uf2`
8. drag and drop the uf2 file for your device to the root of the new folder
9. Wait for the copy to complete. You might get an error dialog, you can ignore it
10. Go to https://flasher.meshcore.co.uk/, click `Console` and select the serial port for your connected device
10. Go to https://flasher.meshcore.io, click `Console` and select the serial port for your connected device
11. In the console, press enter. Your flash should now be erased
12. You may now flash the latest MeshCore firmware onto your device
Separately, starting in firmware version 1.7.0, there is a CLI Rescue mode. If your device has a user button (e.g. some RAK, T114), you can activate the rescue mode by hold down the user button of the device within 8 seconds of boot. Then you can use the 'Console' on flasher.meshcore.co.uk
Separately, starting in firmware version 1.7.0, there is a CLI Rescue mode. If your device has a user button (e.g. some RAK, T114), you can activate the rescue mode by hold down the user button of the device within 8 seconds of boot. Then you can use the 'Console' on https://flasher.meshcore.io
### 6.8. Q: WebFlasher fails on Linux with failed to open
@@ -783,12 +740,12 @@ Allow the browser user on it:
---
## 7. Other Questions:
### 7.1. Q: How to update nRF (RAK, T114, Seed XIAO) repeater and room server firmware over the air using the new simpler DFU app?
### 7.1. Q: How to update nRF (RAK, T114, Seed XIAO) companion, repeater and room server firmware over the air using the new simpler DFU app?
**A:** The steps below work on both Android and iOS as nRF has made both apps' user interface the same on both platforms:
1. Download nRF's DFU app from iOS App Store or Android's Play Store, you can find the app by searching for `nrf dfu`, the app's full name is `nRF Device Firmware Update`
2. On flasher.meshcore.co.uk, download the **ZIP** version of the firmware for your nRF device (e.g. RAK or Heltec T114 or Seeed Studio's Xiao)
2. On https://flasher.meshcore.io, download the **ZIP** version of the firmware for your nRF device (e.g. RAK or Heltec T114 or Seeed Studio's Xiao)
3. From the MeshCore app, login remotely to the repeater you want to update with admin privilege
4. Go to the Command Line tab, type `start ota` and hit enter.
5. you should see `OK` to confirm the repeater device is now in OTA mode
@@ -798,8 +755,14 @@ Allow the browser user on it:
10. Select the device you want to update. If the device you want to update is not on the list, try enabling`OTA` on the device again
11. If the device is not found, enable `Force Scanning` in the DFU app
12. Tab the `Upload` to begin OTA update
13. If it fails, try turning off and on Bluetooth on your phone. If that doesn't work, try rebooting your phone.
14. Wait for the update to complete. It can take a few minutes.
13. If it fails, try turning off and on Bluetooth on your phone. If that doesn't work, try rebooting your phone. If you keep getting failures at the "Enabling Bootloader" step, try forgetting the NRF board in your IOS or Andriod device's bluetooth settings and re-pair it through the DFU app.
14. Wait for the update to complete. It can take a few minutes.
15. It is strongly recommended that you install and use the OTAFIX bootloader at https://github.com/oltaco/Adafruit_nRF52_Bootloader_OTAFIX.
16. To update a companion node over OTA, it must be running companion firmware v1.15 or greater.
17. Please see the Meshcore Blog for additional information on OTA firmware flashing:
- https://blog.meshcore.io/2026/04/06/otafix-bootloader
- https://blog.meshcore.io/2026/04/02/nrf-ota-update
#### 7.1.1 Q: Can I update Seeed Studio Wio Tracker L1 Pro using OTA?
**A:** You can flash this safer bootloader to the Wio Tracker L1 Pro
@@ -811,7 +774,7 @@ After this bootloader is flashed onto the device, you can trigger over the air u
### 7.2. Q: How to update ESP32-based devices over the air?
**A:** For ESP32-based devices (e.g. Heltec V3):
1. On flasher.meshcore.co.uk, download the **non-merged** version of the firmware for your ESP32 device (e.g. `Heltec_v3_repeater-v1.6.2-4449fd3.bin`, no `"merged"` in the file name)
1. On https://flasher.meshcore.io, download the **non-merged** version of the firmware for your ESP32 device (e.g. `Heltec_v3_repeater-v1.6.2-4449fd3.bin`, no `"merged"` in the file name)
2. From the MeshCore app, login remotely to the repeater you want to update with admin privilege
4. Go to the Command Line tab, type `start ota` and hit enter.
5. you should see `OK` to confirm the repeater device is now in OTA mode
@@ -833,7 +796,7 @@ Currently, the following boards are supported:
- Seeed Studio Wio Tracker L1
- Seeed Studio XIAO nRF52840 BLE
- Seeed Studio XIAO nRF52840 BLE SENSE
- RAK 4631 (See note)
- RAK 4631
- RAK WisMesh Tag (new 28/11/2025)
### 7.4. Q: are the MeshCore logo and font available?
@@ -866,17 +829,18 @@ Edit WIFI_SSID and WIFI_PWD in `./variants/heltec_v3/platformio.ini` and then fl
For companion radios, you can set these radios' transmit power in the smartphone app. For repeater and room server radios, you can set their transmit power using the command line command `set tx`. You can get their current value using command line comand `get tx`
> ### ⚠️ **WARNING: Set these values at your own risk. Incorrect power settings can permanently damage your radio hardware.**
⚠️ **WARNING: Set these values at your own risk. Incorrect power settings can permanently damage your radio hardware.**
| Device / Model | Region / Description | In-App Setting (dBm) | Target Radio Output | Notes |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Station G2** <br> [Reference](https://wiki.uniteng.com/en/meshtastic/station-g2) | US915 Max Output | 19 dBm | 36.5 dBm (4.46W) | |
| | US915 Recommended Max | 16 dBm | 35 dBm (3.16W) | 1dB compression point |
| | EU868 Recommended Max | 15 dBm | 34.5 dBm (2.82W) | 1dB compression point |
| | US915 1W Output | 10 dBm | 1W | |
| | EU868 1W Output | 9 dBm | 1W | |
| **Ikoka Stick E22-900M30S** | 1W Model | 19 dBm | 1W | **DO NOT EXCEED** (Risk of burn out) |
| **Ikoka Stick E22-900M33S** | 2W Model | 9 dBm | 2W | **DO NOT EXCEED** (Risk of burn out) |
| **Heltec V4** | Standard Output | 10 dBm | 22 dBm | |
| | High Output | 22 dBm | 28 dBm | |
| | US915 Max at 1dB compression point | 16 dBm | 35 dBm (3.16W) | 1dB compression point |
| | EU868 Max at 1dB compression point | 15 dBm | 34.5 dBm (2.82W) | 1dB compression point |
| | US915 1W Output | 10 dBm | 1W | Refer to your local government's requirements |
| | EU868 1W Output | 9 dBm | 1W |Refer to your local government's requirements |
| **Ikoka Stick E22-900M30S** | 1W Model | 19 dBm | 1W | **DO NOT EXCEED** (Risk of burn out) [data sheet](https://www.cdebyte.com/pdf-down.aspx?id=4216) |
| **Ikoka Stick E22-900M33S** | 2W Model | 9 dBm | 2W | **DO NOT EXCEED** (Risk of burn out) [data sheet](https://www.cdebyte.com/pdf-down.aspx?id=4216) Refer to your local government's requirements |
| **Heltec V4** | Standard Output | 10 dBm | 22 dBm (~0.15W) | |
| | High Output | 22 dBm | 28 dBm (~0.5W to 0.6W) | |
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@@ -8,11 +8,11 @@
#define FIRMWARE_VER_CODE 11
#ifndef FIRMWARE_BUILD_DATE
#define FIRMWARE_BUILD_DATE "20 Mar 2026"
#define FIRMWARE_BUILD_DATE "19 Apr 2026"
#endif
#ifndef FIRMWARE_VERSION
#define FIRMWARE_VERSION "v1.14.1"
#define FIRMWARE_VERSION "v1.15.0"
#endif
#if defined(NRF52_PLATFORM) || defined(STM32_PLATFORM)

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@@ -69,11 +69,11 @@ struct NeighbourInfo {
};
#ifndef FIRMWARE_BUILD_DATE
#define FIRMWARE_BUILD_DATE "20 Mar 2026"
#define FIRMWARE_BUILD_DATE "19 Apr 2026"
#endif
#ifndef FIRMWARE_VERSION
#define FIRMWARE_VERSION "v1.14.1"
#define FIRMWARE_VERSION "v1.15.0"
#endif
#define FIRMWARE_ROLE "repeater"

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@@ -2,6 +2,10 @@
#include <Arduino.h>
#include <helpers/CommonCLI.h>
#ifndef USER_BTN_PRESSED
#define USER_BTN_PRESSED LOW
#endif
#define AUTO_OFF_MILLIS 20000 // 20 seconds
#define BOOT_SCREEN_MILLIS 4000 // 4 seconds
@@ -85,7 +89,7 @@ void UITask::loop() {
if (millis() >= _next_read) {
int btnState = digitalRead(PIN_USER_BTN);
if (btnState != _prevBtnState) {
if (btnState == LOW) { // pressed?
if (btnState == USER_BTN_PRESSED) { // pressed?
if (_display->isOn()) {
// TODO: any action ?
} else {

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@@ -27,11 +27,11 @@
/* ------------------------------ Config -------------------------------- */
#ifndef FIRMWARE_BUILD_DATE
#define FIRMWARE_BUILD_DATE "20 Mar 2026"
#define FIRMWARE_BUILD_DATE "19 Apr 2026"
#endif
#ifndef FIRMWARE_VERSION
#define FIRMWARE_VERSION "v1.14.1"
#define FIRMWARE_VERSION "v1.15.0"
#endif
#ifndef LORA_FREQ

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@@ -2,6 +2,10 @@
#include <Arduino.h>
#include <helpers/CommonCLI.h>
#ifndef USER_BTN_PRESSED
#define USER_BTN_PRESSED LOW
#endif
#define AUTO_OFF_MILLIS 20000 // 20 seconds
#define BOOT_SCREEN_MILLIS 4000 // 4 seconds
@@ -85,7 +89,7 @@ void UITask::loop() {
if (millis() >= _next_read) {
int btnState = digitalRead(PIN_USER_BTN);
if (btnState != _prevBtnState) {
if (btnState == LOW) { // pressed?
if (btnState == USER_BTN_PRESSED) { // pressed?
if (_display->isOn()) {
// TODO: any action ?
} else {

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@@ -2,6 +2,10 @@
#include <Arduino.h>
#include <helpers/CommonCLI.h>
#ifndef USER_BTN_PRESSED
#define USER_BTN_PRESSED LOW
#endif
#define AUTO_OFF_MILLIS 20000 // 20 seconds
#define BOOT_SCREEN_MILLIS 4000 // 4 seconds
@@ -85,7 +89,7 @@ void UITask::loop() {
if (millis() >= _next_read) {
int btnState = digitalRead(PIN_USER_BTN);
if (btnState != _prevBtnState) {
if (btnState == LOW) { // pressed?
if (btnState == USER_BTN_PRESSED) { // pressed?
if (_display->isOn()) {
// TODO: any action ?
} else {

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@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ edit_uri: edit/main/docs/
theme:
name: material
logo: _assets/meshcore_tm.svg
logo: _assets/meshcore.svg
features:
- content.action.edit
- content.code.copy

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@@ -66,7 +66,7 @@ build_src_filter = ${arduino_base.build_src_filter}
[esp32_ota]
lib_deps =
me-no-dev/ESPAsyncWebServer @ ^3.6.0
ESP32Async/ESPAsyncWebServer @ 3.10.3
file://arch/esp32/AsyncElegantOTA
; esp32c6 uses arduino framework 3.x

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@@ -3,6 +3,10 @@
#include <MeshCore.h>
#include <Arduino.h>
#ifndef USER_BTN_PRESSED
#define USER_BTN_PRESSED LOW
#endif
#if defined(ESP_PLATFORM)
#include <rom/rtc.h>

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@@ -176,7 +176,7 @@ int RegionMap::getTransportKeysFor(const RegionEntry& src, TransportKey dest[],
_store->getAutoKeyFor(src.id, src.name, dest[0]);
num = 1;
} else { // new: implicit auto hashtag region
char tmp[sizeof(src.name)];
char tmp[sizeof(src.name)+1];
tmp[0] = '#';
strcpy(&tmp[1], src.name);
_store->getAutoKeyFor(src.id, tmp, dest[0]);

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@@ -181,6 +181,13 @@ void SerialBLEInterface::begin(const char* prefix, char* name, uint32_t pin_code
bleuart.begin();
bleuart.setRxCallback(onBleUartRX);
// Register DFU on the main BLE stack so paired clients can discover it
// without switching the device into a separate OTA-only BLE mode first.
bledfu.setPermission(SECMODE_ENC_WITH_MITM, SECMODE_ENC_WITH_MITM);
bledfu.begin();
Bluefruit.Advertising.addFlags(BLE_GAP_ADV_FLAGS_LE_ONLY_GENERAL_DISC_MODE);
Bluefruit.Advertising.addTxPower();
Bluefruit.Advertising.addService(bleuart);

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@@ -8,6 +8,7 @@
#endif
class SerialBLEInterface : public BaseSerialInterface {
BLEDfu bledfu;
BLEUart bleuart;
bool _isEnabled;
bool _isDeviceConnected;

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@@ -62,9 +62,15 @@ LPS22HBClass LPS22HB(*TELEM_WIRE);
#endif
#if ENV_INCLUDE_INA3221
#ifndef TELEM_INA3221_ADDRESS
#define TELEM_INA3221_ADDRESS 0x42 // INA3221 3 channel current sensor I2C address
#endif
#ifndef TELEM_INA3221_SHUNT_VALUE
#define TELEM_INA3221_SHUNT_VALUE 0.100 // most variants will have a 0.1 ohm shunts
#endif
#ifndef TELEM_INA3221_NUM_CHANNELS
#define TELEM_INA3221_NUM_CHANNELS 3
#endif
#include <Adafruit_INA3221.h>
static Adafruit_INA3221 INA3221;
#endif

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@@ -178,7 +178,7 @@ build_flags =
${Heltec_lora32_v2.build_flags}
-I examples/companion_radio/ui-new
-D DISPLAY_CLASS=SSD1306Display
-D MAX_CONTACTS=160
-D MAX_CONTACTS=100
-D MAX_GROUP_CHANNELS=8
-D WIFI_DEBUG_LOGGING=1
-D WIFI_SSID='"myssid"'

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@@ -11,6 +11,9 @@
#ifndef PIN_ADC_CTRL // set in platformio.ini for Heltec Wireless Tracker (2)
#define PIN_ADC_CTRL 37
#endif
#ifndef ADC_MULTIPLIER //default ADC multiplier
#define ADC_MULTIPLIER 5.42
#endif
#define PIN_ADC_CTRL_ACTIVE LOW
#define PIN_ADC_CTRL_INACTIVE HIGH
@@ -88,7 +91,7 @@ public:
digitalWrite(PIN_ADC_CTRL, !adc_active_state);
return (5.42 * (3.3 / 1024.0) * raw) * 1000;
return (ADC_MULTIPLIER * (3.3 / 1024.0) * raw) * 1000;
}
const char* getManufacturerName() const override {

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@@ -207,6 +207,7 @@ build_flags =
-I examples/companion_radio/ui-new
-D MAX_CONTACTS=350
-D MAX_GROUP_CHANNELS=40
-D OFFLINE_QUEUE_SIZE=256
-D DISPLAY_CLASS=SSD1306Display
-D WIFI_DEBUG_LOGGING=1
-D WIFI_SSID='"myssid"'
@@ -370,6 +371,7 @@ build_flags =
-I examples/companion_radio/ui-new
-D MAX_CONTACTS=350
-D MAX_GROUP_CHANNELS=40
-D OFFLINE_QUEUE_SIZE=256
-D DISPLAY_CLASS=ST7789LCDDisplay
-D WIFI_DEBUG_LOGGING=1
-D WIFI_SSID='"myssid"'

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@@ -22,6 +22,7 @@ build_flags =
;-D PIN_BOARD_SCL=18 ; same GPIO as P_LORA_TX_LED
-D PIN_USER_BTN=0
-D PIN_VEXT_EN=45
-D ADC_MULTIPLIER=8.4
-D PIN_VBAT_READ=20
-D PIN_ADC_CTRL=19
-D SX126X_DIO2_AS_RF_SWITCH=true
@@ -63,6 +64,25 @@ lib_deps =
densaugeo/base64 @ ~1.4.0
bakercp/CRC32 @ ^2.0.0
[env:Heltec_Wireless_Paper_companion_radio_usb]
extends = Heltec_Wireless_Paper_base
build_flags =
${Heltec_Wireless_Paper_base.build_flags}
-I examples/companion_radio/ui-new
-D MAX_CONTACTS=350
-D MAX_GROUP_CHANNELS=40
-D DISPLAY_CLASS=E213Display
-D OFFLINE_QUEUE_SIZE=256
build_src_filter = ${Heltec_Wireless_Paper_base.build_src_filter}
+<helpers/ui/E213Display.cpp>
+<helpers/esp32/*.cpp>
+<../examples/companion_radio/*.cpp>
+<../examples/companion_radio/ui-new/*.cpp>
lib_deps =
${Heltec_Wireless_Paper_base.lib_deps}
densaugeo/base64 @ ~1.4.0
bakercp/CRC32 @ ^2.0.0
[env:Heltec_Wireless_Paper_repeater]
extends = Heltec_Wireless_Paper_base
build_flags =

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@@ -154,6 +154,7 @@ build_flags =
-I examples/companion_radio/ui-new
-D MAX_CONTACTS=350
-D MAX_GROUP_CHANNELS=40
-D OFFLINE_QUEUE_SIZE=256
-D WIFI_DEBUG_LOGGING=1
-D WIFI_SSID='"myssid"'
-D WIFI_PWD='"mypwd"'

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@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ build_flags =
; -D MESH_DEBUG=1
lib_deps =
${tlora_c6.lib_deps}
; ${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
[env:LilyGo_Tlora_C6_room_server_]
extends = tlora_c6
@@ -63,7 +63,7 @@ build_flags =
; -D MESH_DEBUG=1
lib_deps =
${tlora_c6.lib_deps}
; ${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
[env:LilyGo_Tlora_C6_companion_radio_ble_]
extends = tlora_c6

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@@ -131,7 +131,7 @@ extends = LilyGo_TLora_V2_1_1_6
build_flags =
${LilyGo_TLora_V2_1_1_6.build_flags}
-I examples/companion_radio/ui-new
-D MAX_CONTACTS=160
-D MAX_CONTACTS=100
-D MAX_GROUP_CHANNELS=8
-D WIFI_SSID='"ssid"'
-D WIFI_PWD='"password"'

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@@ -63,7 +63,7 @@ public:
digitalWrite(LED_PIN, LOW);
#endif
#ifdef BUTTON_PIN
nrf_gpio_cfg_sense_input(digitalPinToInterrupt(BUTTON_PIN), NRF_GPIO_PIN_PULLUP, NRF_GPIO_PIN_SENSE_HIGH);
nrf_gpio_cfg_sense_input(digitalPinToInterrupt(BUTTON_PIN), NRF_GPIO_PIN_PULLUP, NRF_GPIO_PIN_SENSE_LOW);
#endif
sd_power_system_off();
}

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@@ -21,7 +21,6 @@ build_flags = ${nrf52840_me25ls01.build_flags}
-I variants/minewsemi_me25ls01
-D me25ls01
-D PIN_USER_BTN=27
-D USER_BTN_PRESSED=HIGH
-D PIN_STATUS_LED=39
-D P_LORA_TX_LED=22
-D RADIO_CLASS=CustomLR1110

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@@ -43,7 +43,7 @@ public:
uint8_t v = digitalRead(BUTTON_PIN);
if (v != btn_prev_state) {
btn_prev_state = v;
return (v == LOW) ? 1 : -1;
return (v == USER_BTN_PRESSED) ? 1 : -1;
}
#endif
return 0;

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@@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ build_flags = ${nrf52_base.build_flags}
-D P_LORA_NSS=12 ; P0.12
-D P_LORA_DIO_1=33 ; P1.1
-D P_LORA_MISO=40 ; P1.8
-D P_LORA_MOSI=41 ; P0.9
-D P_LORA_MOSI=41 ; P1.9
-D P_LORA_RESET=42 ; P1.10
-D LR11X0_DIO_AS_RF_SWITCH=true
-D LR11X0_DIO3_TCXO_VOLTAGE=1.6

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@@ -55,7 +55,7 @@ const uint32_t g_ADigitalPinMap[PINS_COUNT + 1] =
42, // P1.10, LORA_RESET
43, // P1.11, GPS_EN
44, // P1.12, GPS_SLEEP_INT
45, // P1.13
45, // P1.13, FLASH_ENABLE
46, // P1.14, GPS_RESETB
47, // P1.15, PIN_GPS_RESET
255, // NRFX_SPIM_PIN_NOT_USED

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@@ -97,7 +97,7 @@
#define LORA_BUSY (7) // P0.7
#define LORA_SCLK (PIN_SPI_SCK) // P0.11
#define LORA_MISO (PIN_SPI_MISO) // P1.8
#define LORA_MOSI (PIN_SPI_MOSI) // P0.9
#define LORA_MOSI (PIN_SPI_MOSI) // P1.9
#define LR11X0_DIO_AS_RF_SWITCH true
#define LR11X0_DIO3_TCXO_VOLTAGE 1.6
@@ -133,4 +133,4 @@
// Buzzer
#define BUZZER_EN (37) // P1.5
#define BUZZER_PIN (25) // P0.25
#define BUZZER_PIN (25) // P0.25

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@@ -10,7 +10,6 @@ build_flags = ${nrf52_base.build_flags}
-I src/helpers/ui
-D THINKNODE_M3
-D PIN_USER_BTN=12
-D USER_BTN_PRESSED=LOW
-D PIN_STATUS_LED=35
-D RADIO_CLASS=CustomLR1110
-D WRAPPER_CLASS=CustomLR1110Wrapper

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@@ -20,7 +20,8 @@ build_flags = ${rp2040_base.build_flags}
-D P_LORA_MOSI=15
-D P_LORA_TX_LED=25
-D SX126X_DIO2_AS_RF_SWITCH=true
-D SX126X_DIO3_TCXO_VOLTAGE=0
-D SX126X_RXEN=17
-D SX126X_DIO3_TCXO_VOLTAGE=1.8
-D SX126X_RX_BOOSTED_GAIN=1
-D LORA_TX_POWER=22
; Debug options

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@@ -9,7 +9,6 @@ build_flags = ${stm32_base.build_flags}
-D RX_BOOSTED_GAIN=true
-D P_LORA_TX_LED=LED_RED
-D PIN_USER_BTN=USER_BTN
-D USER_BTN_PRESSED=LOW
-I variants/wio-e5-mini
build_src_filter = ${stm32_base.build_src_filter}
+<../variants/wio-e5-mini>

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@@ -3,9 +3,6 @@ extends = esp32_base
board = seeed_xiao_esp32c3
build_flags =
${esp32_base.build_flags}
${sensor_base.build_flags}
-UENV_INCLUDE_GPS
-UENV_INCLUDE_VL53L0X
-I variants/xiao_c3
-D ESP32_CPU_FREQ=80
-D PIN_VBAT_READ=D0
@@ -29,7 +26,6 @@ build_src_filter = ${esp32_base.build_src_filter}
+<helpers/sensors>
lib_deps =
${esp32_base.lib_deps}
${sensor_base.lib_deps}
[env:Xiao_C3_repeater]
extends = Xiao_esp32_C3
@@ -37,6 +33,9 @@ build_src_filter = ${Xiao_esp32_C3.build_src_filter}
+<../examples/simple_repeater/*.cpp>
build_flags =
${Xiao_esp32_C3.build_flags}
${sensor_base.build_flags}
-UENV_INCLUDE_GPS
-UENV_INCLUDE_VL53L0X
-D ADVERT_NAME='"Xiao C3 Repeater"'
-D ADVERT_LAT=0.0
-D ADVERT_LON=0.0
@@ -46,6 +45,7 @@ build_flags =
; -D MESH_DEBUG=1
lib_deps =
${Xiao_esp32_C3.lib_deps}
${sensor_base.lib_deps}
${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
bakercp/CRC32 @ ^2.0.0
@@ -55,6 +55,9 @@ build_src_filter = ${Xiao_esp32_C3.build_src_filter}
+<../examples/simple_room_server/*.cpp>
build_flags =
${Xiao_esp32_C3.build_flags}
${sensor_base.build_flags}
-UENV_INCLUDE_GPS
-UENV_INCLUDE_VL53L0X
-D ADVERT_NAME='"Xiao C3 Room"'
-D ADVERT_LAT=0.0
-D ADVERT_LON=0.0
@@ -64,6 +67,7 @@ build_flags =
; -D MESH_DEBUG=1
lib_deps =
${Xiao_esp32_C3.lib_deps}
${sensor_base.lib_deps}
${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
bakercp/CRC32 @ ^2.0.0

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@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ build_flags =
; -D MESH_DEBUG=1
lib_deps =
${Xiao_C6.lib_deps}
; ${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
[env:Xiao_C6_companion_radio_ble_]
extends = Xiao_C6
@@ -163,7 +163,7 @@ build_flags =
; -D MESH_DEBUG=1
lib_deps =
${WHY2025_badge.lib_deps}
; ${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
${esp32_ota.lib_deps}
[env:WHY2025_badge_companion_radio_ble_]
extends = WHY2025_badge

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@@ -4,6 +4,10 @@
#include <Arduino.h>
#include <helpers/NRF52Board.h>
#ifndef USER_BTN_PRESSED
#define USER_BTN_PRESSED LOW
#endif
#ifdef XIAO_NRF52
class XiaoNrf52Board : public NRF52BoardDCDC {
@@ -35,7 +39,7 @@ public:
// set led on and wait for button release before poweroff
digitalWrite(PIN_LED, LOW);
#ifdef PIN_USER_BTN
while(digitalRead(PIN_USER_BTN) == LOW);
while(digitalRead(PIN_USER_BTN) == USER_BTN_PRESSED);
#endif
digitalWrite(LED_GREEN, HIGH);
digitalWrite(LED_BLUE, HIGH);

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@@ -72,11 +72,11 @@ build_flags =
-I examples/companion_radio/ui-orig
-D MAX_CONTACTS=350
-D MAX_GROUP_CHANNELS=40
-D OFFLINE_QUEUE_SIZE=256
-D QSPIFLASH=1
; -D MESH_PACKET_LOGGING=1
; -D MESH_DEBUG=1
build_src_filter = ${Xiao_nrf52.build_src_filter}
+<helpers/nrf52/SerialBLEInterface.cpp>
+<../examples/companion_radio/*.cpp>
+<../examples/companion_radio/ui-orig/*.cpp>
lib_deps =
@@ -117,4 +117,4 @@ build_flags =
build_src_filter = ${Xiao_nrf52.build_src_filter}
+<../examples/kiss_modem/*.cpp>
lib_deps =
${Xiao_nrf52.lib_deps}
${Xiao_nrf52.lib_deps}