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Configuring MeshCore

Initial Configuration

  1. Power on your device after flashing
  2. Visit the Meshcore Configuration Tool in your web browser
  3. Connect to your device using one of the available methods:
    • USB serial connection (recommended for initial setup)
    • Bluetooth pairing (if using BLE companion firmware)
  4. Configure basic settings through the web interface:
    • Set your node name (consider adding "ChiMesh.org" to help identify our community)
    • Location (optional)
    • Change the admin password
    • Go to "Radio Settings" and set "Preset" to "USA/Canada (Recommended)"

Network Settings

Configure your device for the using the "USA/Canada (Recommended)" preset, which includes the following settings:

  • Frequency: 910.525 MHz
  • Bandwidth: 62.5 kHz
  • Spreading Factor: 7
  • Coding Rate: 5
  • TX Power: 22 dBm
  • Airtime Factor: 1

Preset Selection

When configuring your Meshcore device, look for the USA/Canada preset in your configuration interface. This preset automatically applies all the correct radio parameters for optimal performance in North America.

Community Identification

Consider adding ChiMesh.org or ChicagolandMesh.org to your node name to help identify fellow community members.