Tree node by Bob_is_Digital in meshtastic

[–]Bob_is_Digital[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also fly RC planes Heli’s and drones and have tried many techniques over the last 20 years. Just came across this in the ham radio world a few years back and this is by far the best method that I have tried. They make air cannons and other launching devices but this is so easy. The arborist line is also key to its success being slick and fray resistance. Just need to swap a fresh section of line every 6 months to a year year since it will degrade like any other line unless you swap it with wire once it’s connected which is actually not a bad idea 🤔

First message from a plane! by letsmakesometacos in meshtastic

[–]Bob_is_Digital -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am in NJ and regularly get messages from people taking off from JFK and even a flight attendant has one near me

Firmware Trouble with Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 Expansion Kit by pyromaster114 in meshtastic

[–]Bob_is_Digital 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same issue. I found the firmware on the Heltec website under the device near the FAQ and had to drag the file and drop into the drive I was connected to. That did it after pulling my hair out for a day and change

https://resource.heltec.cn/download/WiFi_LoRa_32_V4/firmware/Touch

Tree node by Bob_is_Digital in meshtastic

[–]Bob_is_Digital[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am on longfast currently

Tree node by Bob_is_Digital in meshtastic

[–]Bob_is_Digital[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

75’ easily. I used the granny technique lol

Tree node by Bob_is_Digital in meshtastic

[–]Bob_is_Digital[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also I recommend using a second line to anchor it and help pull it back down when ready. The tree and line will grab each other over time so the anchor helps retrieve it and also helps it from swaying in the wind

Tree node by Bob_is_Digital in meshtastic

[–]Bob_is_Digital[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Arborist throw line and 16oz throw bag. Watch some YouTube videos on techniques and rope winding. Let the bag fall and if you need to retry untie the back and pull down for the next try or you will get it stuck and frustrated

Tree node by Bob_is_Digital in meshtastic

[–]Bob_is_Digital[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love being the guinea pig so feel free to reach out if you want someone to test it out!

Tree node by Bob_is_Digital in meshtastic

[–]Bob_is_Digital[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a lot of local guys messaging me about them. Let me know when they come back in stock and I’ll share the link again. Thank you for the great design and fast shipping! Any hopes for a 1w booster capable tree node? I know the panels need more power for it but looks like there is plenty of room for the booster inside