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 case of some sort, IF YOU WANT THE GENUINE DuraNode Case you should buy the Build Your Own DuraNode Kit, as I don’t sell the cases separately!
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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Ron VK3ANT –
These are supurb and extremely well designed and built units.
Glenn has the best instructions that will get you on air first time and “should” you have problems then Glenn is always there to help you.
Fantastic bit of gear Glenn.