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1) that location is easy to mount via something like this or this

2) see #1 (no blockage of window and no vertical space wasted)

3) LOTS of space wasted with your method. NONE saved. Not by a long shot lol. Saving 19$ is a positive point... I get that. But you in NO WAY SHAPE OR FORM saved space with a tower like that.

Now, don't get me wrong. I go ham on many of my own hobbies, as you clearly did. But it seems pretty obvious you didn't do it for reasonable reasons. And that's okay... but don't try to explain it away. Just admit "fuck yeah, I did that because I could!" lol

Someone in here showed me this for the window

FECA FE-T3004 Drilling Push and Lock Vacumn Suction Cup Utility Tool Mop & Broom Holder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QV55RW4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_RVXBVZF5D16XHA2HPV70

No I ain’t that smart haha. I bought this stand off of Amazon. -> Ambient Weather EZ-NPP Tripod and Mast Assembly with Platform https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003EA6KKM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_HWM4S3M06617KJDX0J2C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Links for PoE stuffs:

Injector

Splitter

The fans are 60mm and screw right into the vents.

Enclosure: 9X6X3 Extreme Broadband Heavy Duty Weatherproof Multi Purpose Enclosure IPE963-LTC https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FY224LW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_47VD945J5KCZDPCCG4KP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Vents: BUD Industries IPV-1115 IP32 Air Vent, 3.2" x 3.2" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L3QTZRY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_9WGJXSNQ6AFMPA4D4B1N?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Good question, I’ve been looking for the same solution. You could buy power station on Amazon that you can use a solar panel to charge during the day. Like this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D29QNMJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_A5BP5ZKGXB7H7KEH3TR5

Nice setup! Maybe replace the duck tape for Zip Ties? GTSE 8” Black Zip Ties, 100 Pack, 50lb Strength, ...

Looks good , but needs some coax seal.

Proxicast Pro-Grade Extra Strong 30mil Weatherproof Self-Fusing Silicone Rubber Sealing Tape For Outdoor Antenna Coax & Electrical Cables, Hose/Pipe Leaks & Emergency Repairs (1.5" x 15' roll) - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K5GW67O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_1MFA00CGVYZXHRXW783M?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Woooowwwww.... now you just need the right antenna, some power, and internet. I personally would run that with PoE (Power over Ethernet) and would not use an antenna cable more than 12’ long. I would use an antenna like this or an antenna like this. Good Luck buddy!

I hate to be the bearer of somewhat trivial news but this antenna will far outperform your unnecessarily huge setup. I have almost every antenna available including the 915 MHz 8 Dbi Rak antennas and these cheap little Proxicast wide ban antennas outperform everything in the omnidirectional category.

For the rak wireless I’m using this one

For the 8dbi it came with one, make sure you pay attention to your antennas connector. They were different on both.

Edit: it don’t matter a whole lot which brand you go with but make sure it will fit your connection type (male or female)

I've done a lot of research into antennas.

I have serious doubts that this one pictured, will be any good.

Of course, the only way to know for sure, is to hook it up to a Vector Network Analyzer.

Not the exact model I used, as this one looks like it uses adhesives. but same idea.

https://www.amazon.com/poeland-Floating-Non-Drilling-Adhesive-Organizer/dp/B07VWMNS6K/ref=sr_1_36?dchild=1&keywords=bathroom+mirror+shelf&qid=1626983256&sr=8-36

DEWENWILS Outdoor Extension Cord... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085TKXW5Z?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

That’s the box and I have a RAK miner to put inside. The antenna is a 5.8 dbi from parley labs and I put coaxel sealant on the base so water doesn’t mess it up. Still have yet to put it up I’m hoping sometime next week.

yes they will work on the bobcat. The bobcat has a RP-SMA female connector so you need an rp-sma male cable to n type.

If you are mounting outside then you will want a lightning arrestor. So since the antenna end is N-type male and the cable is N-type female you will need a n male / n female lightning arrestor. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078NT5M37/ref=cm\_sw\_r\_tw\_dp\_6TN9CM9CD5QJEQSFR358?\_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 via @amazon

Jackery Explorer 160 Solar Generator, 167Wh Lithium Battery Solar Generator Backup Power Supply with 110V/100W(Peak 150W) AC Outlet for Outdoors Camping Fishing Emergency https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08LD9PLQ2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_NKK6NJVNHEBXM962HW15?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Something like this would work Jackery Explorer 160 Solar Generator, 167Wh Lithium Battery Solar Generator Backup Power Supply with 110V/100W(Peak 150W) AC Outlet for Outdoors Camping Fishing Emergency https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08LD9PLQ2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_ABA15WWH24VWRY3WPVVK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

It’s hard to say exactly what happened, but whatever it is, that isn’t going to make a good connection. You might have your hands on a very early hotspot from 2019. Those used normal polarity SMA connectors, unlike the later variants which used Reverse Polarity connectors. Your antenna, though, looks like it belongs to a reverse polarity hotspot.

I would try to find a normal polarity antenna. Helium support might have one from their stock. Or you can buy one of these adapters to set you straight:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MDR1GHU/

Yeah, you can run your own OpenVPN server on AWS/Azure/GCP, give it a static IP and port forward. You can then get a cheap VPN router, like a mango or , and then add the ovpn config to it. Most of the consumer VPN services around won't support static IP +port forwarding (in some cases they just lie outright about having this capability. Looking at you Ivacy).

There's a few decent tutorials on YouTube which goes through the process (it's the same regardless of wether you're doing an off grid set up or not). Should take you an hour or two - just follow the instructions to the letter, and cost about $0-8/mo depending on wether or not you've already used the free offerings on your chosen cloud provider.

Yea MSRP for video cards (Nvidia RTX3090) are $2000 or so. Then you need a computer to put them in -- most will put several in a case. There are more efficient video cards (3060Ti) but they are even harder to find right now.

https://www.nicehash.com/blog/post/the-most-profitable-mining-rig-in-2021

This was posted about 3 months ago and is mostly still accurate. I am not affiliated with NiceHash, but they offer a compelling service for newer miners.

You can also get ASICs (look at bitmain) to mine BTC/LTC/ZEC but that is more of a gamble on ROI. Most have order windows longer than helium hotspots.

Anyways....I think there will be a few people putting up dozens to hundreds of hotspots, I picture new LLCs will be created to put up hotspots and manage the equipment. These companies will captures a lot of the helium market.

https://www.seeedstudio.com/waitingroom/SenseCAP-M1-US915.html

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it took a month, wired the money from my back to china. i was concerned something would happen but everything worked out perfectly.

In terms of immediate utility, what is it used for? I am not familiar with "Loran Devices" (Will search and read about them).

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Edit: This has some answers per a google search. Ignore that it doubles as an ad for something called "mapbox".

https://www.mapbox.com/blog/helium-and-mapbox

Coinex has HNT. It is also NO problem for people in the USA to get an account there, no matter what state you live in. (If you use my link you get the VIP commission discount for a few months, but don't feel obligated, it isn't much). I have transferred HNT back and forth to coinex and it is quite snappy. https://www.coinex.com/register?refer_code=x82zf

Just reposting this with my actual account. The "perfect display" one is one the work computer was logged into.

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This is what support i got from Bitpay when i sent to the wrong address. With a bit of messing about i got all mine back.

Depending on what you have done, the below instructions may be useful.

Please consider importing your wallet on another app like Metamask on Google Chrome (-Not Firefox -).

To import your Ether wallet on Metamask

Go to https://metamask.io/

Get the browser addon: Click on the browser you are using, that, will take you to the addon setup page. Click + Add to Firefox (Chrome, Opera or the browser you are using). When prompted to authorize the addon, click Add

Click on the Metamask button next to the browser's URL bar, this will open up a new tab.

Click Get started

Click Import Wallet > I agree -Enter the phrase

Enter the password (choose a password, this has nothing to do with the BitPay app)

Check the terms of use agreement after reading them

Click Import > All done

To get your BitPay wallet 12-word recovery phrase:

Open the BitPay application.

Click the gear icon in the lower right corner.

Under Crypto Wallets and Keys, select the key which contains the wallet

Click Backup

Then add the token:

Open Metamask

Scroll all the way down

Click Add Token

Search for the token

Click the token found

Click Next

Click Add Tokens

Now you should see the funds.

I totally feel your pain.

I have a wired Rak at my house and lately it would on average do about 1.3 HNT/day and then out of nowhere it dropped to 0.2 HNT/day around 2 weeks ago and just started waking up earlier this week.

I blame it on the network lately. Prior to the 2021.8.24.4 firmware, all my hotspots were ripping.

If you want to monitor the uptime remotely, I use this (free):https://hetrixtools.comYou can setup an uptime monitor on port 44158 TCP to the public IP (keep in mind some ISP's change the public IP from time to time)... it'll ping every minute and alert if its down.

It helped me identify the hotspots on WiFi that were having issues. The wired ones never went down, outside of firmware updates.

Are you not allowed to use straps? You could totally strap it onto the chimney without any drilling.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0029U2XE0?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

This is what I used.

yes but your best bet is crack a window, place a windshield suction cup phone holder, then hot glue the antenna to that. clsoe the window after sticking it outside, then seal the crack with weather tape. wall gaget https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QDXP4FB/ref=ox\_sc\_act\_image\_1?smid=A1UIPR5YK6OUU7&psc=1

Wait, you mean like this?

Antenna Mast Clamp Bracket with U-Bolts Anti-Rust Clamp Panel Pipe Mounting Hardware for Outdoor Glass Fiber LoRa Antenna Helium Miner Antenna with an Outside Diameter of 1.8~2.4cm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09CGFNLXG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_YZ5KVEF64JAWXCADQ5TM

It requires an adapter on the SMA end.

This is what’s screwed into the roof: Antennas Direct 40in TV Antenna Mount with Pivoting Base, 1-5/8in OD, All Weather Mounting Hardware, Adjustable Mast Clamp, Roof Sealing Pads - STM-1000 (STM1000) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GBWLMQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_E06YG5W505830SQN4TZ3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I bought one that had slightly better specs for 900 MHz than a standard LMR-400. It’s 75 feet.

75 ft Low-Loss Coaxial Extension Cable (50 Ohm) SMA Male to N Male Connector, GEMEK Pure Copper Coax Cables for 3G/4G/5G/LTE/ADS-B/Ham/GPS/WiFi/RF Radio to Antenna or Surge Arrester Use (Not for TV) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VSH5378/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_2A0EGCCNCFY5WB850D1Q?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Ogrmar ABS Plastic Dustproof Waterproof IP65 Junction Box Universal Durable Electrical Project Enclosure With Lock (8.6"x6.7"x4.3") https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KW2JBJ3/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_api_glt_fabc_1Q0PVP412MNZM73J1A09?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

You can buy a cubecell for 30 bucks that has GPS built-in. It's great for verifying coverage.

It's worth it. If you have any questions setting it up just ask me, or check out the mappers tab in Discord there are some very helpful people there.

You can get a power over Ethernet injector and splitter on Amazon. It will break the Ethernet and power out so you can power it and have Ethernet. Make sure you get the one with correct voltage. UCTRONICS IEEE 802.3af Micro USB Active PoE Splitter Power Over Ethernet 48V to 5V 2.4A for Tablets, Dropcam or Raspberry Pi (48V to 5V 2.4A) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MDLUSE7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_RR1RV16KXV2AEFBDYN9S?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I ended up getting a passive PoE splitter and Injector off of Amazon. Im using 50ft of flat cat6 cable Here’s the link: axGear Passive Power Over Ethernet PoE Adapter Injector+ Splitter Kit 5v 12v 24v 48v https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B071YNZJYV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_KXDRZEXMCT5PWWS62N1T?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I have tried that antenna before... it’s like a 9dbi omnidirectional? Try this one and thank me later ;). You will also need these connectors

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0757C9BDQ

Something like this. It's not something permanent and it can be removed/replaced when needed.

If you don't weather proof the enclosure, your experiment can end up finished before you know it.

No. Just your phone. The hotspot just needs to be plugged into an outlet.

You could bring a portable Anker battery thing and a 5V to 12V DC step-up adapter.

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07J6NYVJV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_PBGW04FWMY5VREMJ01GM

I had an idea and was thinking of using ththisis mount and mounting it to the side of my roof at the highest point and then adding a 4meter pipe with the antenna mounted to the top of the pipe.

My only concern is with a side mount like this, could it support that length of pipe plus the omni antenna?

Thanks for all the info. I've had my RAK running two weeks and just ordered two more.
Plus 2 for a friend of mine. Ordered two new antennas off Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08JV9RMSQ/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Shipping of miners takes forever but I can wait.
Can't verify the antenna but I followed a youtuber who loves it.

Ha! Glad it was a simple fix!

Looks like the adapter you ordered has a bit of a shipping wait - I bought this one for myself because it had 1-day prime: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D9JYMYJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_8V08MTNS1ETFEYDG3VMC?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Telescoping antenna mast, like this one. I mounted 25' high in a tree. I'll be able to push it up to 35-40' once I mount it.

A power bank like https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Portable-Double-Speed-Recharging/dp/B01JIWQPMW/ would last about 24h.

With a large enough solar panel you could avoid replacing the battery.

Another popular device for Helium tracking is the Lilygo T-Beam dev board.

Network cell into https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wilysis.cellinfolite here is an app that Nic Hawks (Grisle King) mentioned to analyze existing 5G coverage to assist in 5G hotspot placement. This doesn't answer your question but it's a related tool.

If you're tech literate and don't mind a little DIY - this bad boy will get you mapping in about 30 minutes for 30 bucks

Use the pole you attached to attach a j-mount to it. Take off the bracket and use the same things you used to attach the antenna to link the j mount and the pole. That should result in a vertical pole.

Or just get a piece of pipe with the correct bend.

Or just use something like this and brace it to the same place you attached the pole.
https://www.amazon.ca/Wilson-Antenna-Mounting-Telescoping-Pole/dp/B0859HQSPV/. with this is and be taken down should the need arise(landlord visits)

If you clean the glass thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol you should get a good adhesion with the pads. I use 2 clips for my antenna it keeps it secure and waving about.

The pads should last 3 months or so in bad weather, not sure about the weather where you are, but it should survive most things short of a winter storm. But they are cheap enough (£/$6) for a set of 6, so you can replace them if they look like they are not sticking.

This is what I use
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0991TGHTQ/

You might want to shop around local hardware stores first. as the ones on amazon can be quite cheaply made and the quality varies greatly between manufacturers and even batches!

Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010OMXZ14/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Pretty sure you can get them at homedepot/lowes, you might just have to order online.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06X3YSXY9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

This is what I used

Here's a good (cheap) book on the subject to start your science education:

https://www.amazon.com/Lightning-Dover-Books-Physics-Martin/dp/0486645754

It happens in microseconds. A discharge actually rises up from the ground when the stepped leader gets to within a couple hundred feet of the ground. It's a wide electrostatic pulse. The whole concept of lightning rods is to redirect the upward pulse where it does the least damage.

There's loads of lightning in the southern US where I am. Especially Florida and Arizona where most of the death is. I have a feeling some houses are going to burn down over this, and Helium has set themselves up for a nice class action lawsuit by enterprising lawyers. They had an obligation to educate. Too many amateurs putting up antennas and giving bad advice to others, like in here.

I live very near where some of the original lightning research was done. At this point my house is worth a lot more than the paltry buck a day that the Helium network is giving. A buddy of mine lost thousands in ham radio gear not long after moving here. I'm always prepared to disconnect everything when the lightning looks bad.

Wdym its not available for android??? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonologue.heliumgeek

There is a possibility it is limited only to certain regions but i really doubt that. Please just do a search before you post misleading info.

Something like this might be the easiest solution: ReefOctopusOcto3inchUSBSmartFanhttps://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07VN9W96F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_230YXS2G43V0ZMJTN6TW

This is the sort of thing you want:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07SKJ7N1H/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got those two!

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08RHYZTNB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TRT20YGWP3JP58H4YRF9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B078J3L9M2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KYEVMYW68T4Q3F29WFKG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

is it this one?

https://www.amazon.de/Bingfu-WiFi-Antennenverl%C3%A4ngerungs-Koaxialkabel-Drahtlose-Netzwerkkarte/dp/B07YCBQ43T/ref=pd\_sbs\_sccl\_2\_6/260-4517932-4851055?pd\_rd\_w=QnnNv&content-id=amzn1.sym.7f94352d-8ab6-4a04-85b6-19c91c345217&pf\_rd\_p...

AC Infinity Controller 1, Thermal Trigger for AIRPLATE, MULTIFAN, USB Fans and Devices. Computer, AV Cabinet, Home Theater Cooling. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078PY8L9F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XHM6XYX0MVXER12TCTDG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

You’ll need a quite big enclosure/outdoor box for the Linxdot. I recommend something with this dimensions: (300x250x120mm)

https://www.amazon.de/dp/B081NKXHQ7/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_BHSCVGX9WMZ2196M43KY?psc=1

Also try using a PoE Splitter + PoE Injector and keep your antenna cable length to a minimum.

I using these for Bobcat, Sensecap, and FreedomFi. LeMotech ABS Junction Box Hinged Cover Stainless Steel Latch IP67 Waterproof Plastic Universal Enclosure with Mounting Plate and Wall Bracket for Electrical Project 11.4x7.5x5.5 inch (290x190x140mm) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B098QDJYF9/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_J65XEQBQTX0ZVSEZEZZ9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

This is the antenna we have.Waterproof 8dBi Long Range Cellular Ultra Distance LoRa Gateway Antenna Omni-Directional Glass Fiber LoRaWan 915MHz Antenna with 5M/16.4FT Cable for Helium RAK Hotspot HNT Finestra Miner Mining

This is the antenna we have.Waterproof 8dBi Long Range Cellular Ultra Distance LoRa Gateway Antenna Omni-Directional Glass Fiber LoRaWan 915MHz Antenna with 5M/16.4FT Cable for Helium RAK Hotspot HNT Finestra Miner Mining

I purchased the miner from Amazon and are able to return it. I'd rather make money. This is the antenna we have.Waterproof 8dBi Long Range Cellular Ultra Distance LoRa Gateway Antenna Omni-Directional Glass Fiber LoRaWan 915MHz Antenna with 5M/16.4FT Cable for Helium RAK Hotspot HNT Finestra Miner Mining

I've put my indoor nebra into this case. Only thing I added was a 5v fan to keep air moving over the heat-sink. I've also used these for wifi bridges, etc.

https://youtu.be/6Wjj3noFYdY https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B09KZDZ9TX/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B09KZDZ9TX&linkCode=as2&tag=electron0b553-21&linkId=241b8baf4c7e9bf8e1ca545c5776291a

So, you need to step from RP SMA to SMA. The stock antenna is RP SMA. These connectors in the link would go into the splitter and make them RP SMA connections.

https://www.amazon.com/Coaxial-Female-Jumper-Connector-Antennas/dp/B00XZSCCT6/ref=sr\_1\_2\_sspa?gclid=CjwKCAjw7cGUBhA9EiwArBAvojziANOJbDemZYqIYMFS5IholHJMOJiO16jnMSnbH50l-rRcHgvS2xoCChsQAvD\_BwE&hvadid=238271783756&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=90...

i’m using this antenna. i’m thinking it’s 5.8dbi https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MRGDTPZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_T0HR8V041HRP8WN42PS0

This should work

https://www.amazon.com/Proxicast-X-Boom-Antenna-Cross-Over-Bracket/dp/B079WTQ4CM/ref=sr\_1\_30?crid=1EBSG5GAAMQ1H&keywords=pole+to+pole+mount+bracket&qid=1653375335&s=electronics&sprefix=pole+to+pole+mount%2Celectronics%2C134&s...

https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Accessories-Installation-Weatherproof-SDW1220/dp/B08HVV46KR

You may need to screw in a small piece of plywood to screw the mount of the J pole into.

It seems I bought the same one OP did - here’s the link:

https://www.amazon.com/Telescopic-Aluminum-Telescoping-Residential-Commercial/dp/B08D7C8M7R/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=B5MC7SXTQ8R&keywords=yeshom+30+foot+flag+pole+heavy+duty&qid=1653228324&sprefix=yeshom+30%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-1-spons...

On amazon, heres the link

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I am an amateur. So I apologize. Not the same brand. I just bought off amazon. When I posted, it was about over a week into testing with the new antenna. I just checked, its now been about 2 weeks. The results are even better.
The network stability is the same.
This is the antenna I bought off amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FV1DCRU?psc=1&ref=ppx\_yo2ov\_dt\_b\_product\_details.

I updated 2 miners 2 days ago and "Fast Sync" has taken over 48 hours. When I installed these, the "Fast Sync" seemed to kick in overnight. One miner is closing in on less than 100 blocks from sync. The other is off by 2000 blocks. Both updated at the same time, both using fast sync from the Panther X2 dashboard.

The first (200 blocks off) is on a PPTP VPN connection with a dedicated IP address through PureVPN (forwarding port 44158), the second is using an identical set up with the exception of a shared IP rather than a dedicated IP (as an experiment).

It appears that the assertion status with the network as well as the presence of a stable IP address affects the fast sync time, but that is just my theory for now. I needed to re-assert my antenna height (for approx 10$) anyway on the 1st one, and when I did that, the status updated on the blockchain and the sync status took off.

So, it looks like the network status makes a difference in the sync (and theoretically in the fast sync), but as I can find no documentation on the dashboard and its features (GIT here -

Is someone has ANY documentation on the Dashboard (where the original fork came from, perhaps?) it would be much appreciated.

Thanks!

Wow 2mm is pretty good. Link to it?

Idea: use a big ass mast mount to mount it to the side of your house, and get it up even higher. Something like these:

Skywalker SKY32815 (1 Pair) 12" Heavy Duty Wall Mount (SKY-32815) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008USJ1CW/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_0N4K2ENZ7KT53GCWWD79

Should get it out past your eaves. I'd use at least the bottom 5-10 ft as your anchor to the house. So you get the height of your house (25 ft?) plus the height of your mast (25 -10 ft) is 40 ft :). Basically what I'm doing!

WeValor 20FT Telescoping Flag Pole Kit, Heavy Duty Aluminum In Ground Telescopic Flag Poles with 3x5 American Flag, Outdoor Old Glory Flagpole Kits for Outside, Yard, Residential or Commercial, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08ZC9GZJC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8080VZZQ96E38KFGNEPR?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

You can’t get this on top of a house without some serious additional support. I mean…you can. Not sure which country you live in, but it’s going to make a scene on a roof. Go for it!

This type of tape is excellent. Stretch it slightly as you install it https://www.amazon.es/dp/B08N1HTR29/ref=mp_s_a_1_8_sspa?crid=1WJ0P92WJ665P&keywords=sealing+tape&qid=1651865456&sprefix=sealing%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-8-spons&psc=1&smid=AW91Y8H3E4B16&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyVUZJVFpD...

I bought a 3dbi off Amazon and had a standard cable come with it. Is this good enough? I think I've got a decent amount around me.. Some people Ara earning like $200/month where I'm only pulling in $3/day :(

Bingfu Lora 915mhz Antenna 3dBi with 10ft RG58 Extention Cable for RAK Nebra Bobcat HNT Helium Hotspot Miner SyncroBit LoraWan Gateway Lora Module Repeater RP-SMA SMA Antennae https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09FFM5DKB/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_8B82JFE5946Q4ZP2X736?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Buy an 8 dbi fiberglass omni antenna on Amazon such as this one: https://www.amazon.com/Hexa-Boost-Antenna-Outdoor-Omni-Direction/dp/B0953Z1QF3/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1FKIH7TCKWNIU&keywords=8+dbi+antenna+915+helium&qid=1651783218&sprefix=8+dbi+%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-3

You will not overshoot any nearby miners unless they are very close and blocked by other buildings. Keep the antenna cable as short as possible and use LMR400 type cable for up to 30' length.

This is the one I’m using, 1000 Mbps or 1 gigabyte per second. This should be good enough.

https://www.amazon.com/Powerline-Ethernet-Adapter-Extender-TP-Link/dp/B084CZMYNM/ref=pd_lpo_2?pd_rd_i=B084CZMYNM&th=1

I ordered this. I ran out of my old cable from ham radio. has good reviews. Haven't used it yet.

Don't get caught up in signal loss. Height and location are key. I'm running 40ft of LMR400 and it's the same as when I ran 25ft and I rank anywhere from top 2500 to 10,000 out of 775,000. That 0.30w at the antenna reaches 45km every day.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752WMFS2?psc=1&ref=ppx\_yo2ov\_dt\_b\_product\_details

The window is actualy still open 😁 But you canbuse this flat cable, but there will be some dbi loss bcz of it

I had some left over from my Ham radio stuff but I needed more and just used Amazon.

I also make my own connections. Ordered the different connectors - antennas can be N female or male.

I used a large Concrete drill I had for the CMU block walls. I don't remember the size but it's at least 12" long. You can check diameter of LMR400. Maybe it was 1/2?

I used caulking to plug it.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752WMFS2?ref=ppx\_yo2ov\_dt\_b\_product\_details&th=1

i'm using these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08J472HT2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and i power them from poe switches or routers so i can remote reboot, though any 802.3af injector will work.

I bought this one:

Bingfu 6 metros N fêmea a RP-SMA cabo coaxial ALSR400 de baixa perda com adaptador SMA macho para antena Lora Nebra RAK Bobcat Helium Hotspot HNT Miner Antena Wi-Fi 4G LTE Router sem fios https://www.amazon.es/dp/B09P2SZC5J/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_W0NQTCP0SJHT7Y6AYTSB

Mine is Acrobatic Burgundy Guppy. Yours?

Im currently in suburbs area in a split level home. I have mine in the attic and use a 8dbi antenna.

This is the antenna i use:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MCWKC3M/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_QCHTE1S9HVP9ZP7E5MCS?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

This is the 8dbi im using. Not sure if im doing good compared to the majority but im making roughly 0.2 HNT a day. It was $45

My antenna is also in the attic

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MCWKC3M/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_6DNDRY3XDCCAJ3DWNCHF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

How is that window mount/broom holder working out? I want to put mine on my window but am not sure to use a suction cup like this TechnoRV Suction Cup RV Antenna Mount https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RGGMYQC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_X488JP5FVJZYFPJQBQ1K or just the broom holder. Has the antenna every fallen out or mover in it? Thanks

From Amazon, but not the cheapest. The point is, it was working, and now it stopped, which I don't understand why.

I'm thinking of buying a new one, from a radio store, but if it was working before, maybe it's broken now?

This is the one I bought:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B09DPK8GRJ/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Weatherproof-Gateway-858mhz-878mhz-Omni-Directional-Supaerial-White-3M-Cable/dp/B09V6SFBCX/ref=asc_df_B09V6SFBCX/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=570375109854&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16646770492812...

https://explorer.helium.com/hotspots/112us6hes3PePk33KmZeZYMn7uw7ZZZYSRLhQvA5Wkgsb6PSeJ1b

iCreatin 30W Wall PoE Injector Adapter 802.3at / 802.3af Compliant,10/100Mbps RJ-45 for 48V PoE Supported IP Cameras and Phones up to 328 Feet

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089LSM4QV/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_VYVW3E7H4R7F5V310GXM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

5m. extension lead 2 Gang Surge Protected Extension Lead 5m Plug Extension Power Strip | 2 Plug Socket Power Extension Cord 5 Meter | 2 Way Mains Electric Power Surge Protection Cable Multi Plug UK https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08R2Z8CYS/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_R3S04GP6NXA7MBPDCFYF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 , DIY drill and screwdriver. And some two side tape 😁. I've drilled through the ceiling into my meters cupboard, then unscruved plug, pull lead via just drilled gap, screwed plug back and connected to power socket in my corridor, job done 😅 - best of this I don't need to pop to attic to reboot (🤞🏻) just can unplug downstairs for minute or two...

This stuff . Rok tape is basically heavy duty electrical tape . You stretch this stuff and it bonds to itself with no adhesive residue and it’s tough stuff

Rescue Tape | Self-Fusing Silicone Tape | Emergency Pipe & Plumbing Repair | DIY Repairs | Seal Radiator Hose Leaks | Wrap Electrical Wires | Used by US Military | 1” X 12’ | Silicone Rubber | Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AEBKYPG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MWKG30G9GYM24T3PGWDF

I'm using this

SEEYANG 20FT Telescoping Flag Pole Kit, Heavy Duty Aluminum Telescopic Flagpoles Fly 2 Flags, Outdoor In Ground Flagpole with 3x5 USA Flag & Gold Ball Top for Yard, Residential or Commercial https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09CGTHC7S/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_BPT4QTK906PAFSR3D4KE

HIGHFINE SMA Male Plug (Pin) to RP-SMA Female (Pin) Coupling Nut Connector Adapter for Wi-Fi Antenna / Signal Booster / Repeaters / Radio / RF Coaxial Coax / Extension Cable / FPV Drone (Pack of 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MDR1GHU/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_6Q8CWMYG5GD8V4CS3S90?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I’m not a fancy man I ordered a LeMotech off Amazon. I may have actually gone too big I was debating ordering the 3.1 x 3.1 x 1.9 haha. The reason I think I’ll be able to fit it into these is because I ordered 10 pycom miners 4 mins after they became available. They are supposed to ship in June but I ordered literally asap so I’ve been hearing early shoppers will probably get them late may 🤞🏽. If you read the data sheet on the website these things are already tiny and once I pop it out of the case it will be miniature.

LeMotech ABS Plastic Dustproof Waterproof IP55 Junction Box Universal Electrical Project Enclosure White 3.4 x 3.4 x 2 inch (85 x 85 x 50 mm) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075X14RVH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_V9A3J4YNBFBHD6CSVWWT?psc=1

https://pycom.io/product/helium-hotspot-batch1/

I can’t today, but sure . I drilled a hole , but ran the cable through a wall plate on the inside to the hotspot .

TOPGREENER Flexible Rubber Wall... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079N4Z5GH?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Is what I use for wall plates

McDuory Adjustable Attic/Outdoor... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CV33V51?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Is the mast I use

>Going to look into but there could be a chance you need just the splitter if the Modem supports PoE

I tried this one today https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B089LW1FGB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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How long before you verified it worked?

I only use MPD lmr400 Shortest length possible. No adapters etc .

MPD Digital Genuine Times Microwave LMR-400 LMR400 RF Coaxial Cable with N Female and RP-SMA Male Connectors for Hotspot, WiFi, Radio Transmitters, Antenna, 15ft https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BNS6MPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_86YGE8K154S4GGPT4S96?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

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Hi hoping you can help.

I am buying https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09MP4GV9P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

Would this coax work for me? im going to use it on the original bobcat antenna

I then plan to use https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08HS4NT13/ref=ox_sc_act_title_6?smid=A38H86M7SGB4HZ&psc=1

along with some Cat6 ethernet cables to the miner.

Yep, MW12-3, I already had it as I needed better wifi coverage at home, and it has ethernet ports to plug the miner into, cost about £150

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08B3BBGJH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

Try this: Flat Coaxial Cable - Window Bypass for Helium Hotspots Nebra RAK Bobcat Sensecap Heltec Linxdot Synchrobit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MF7DNFN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8FPTXQRP7F45QJK7HHB0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1