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What is Meshtastic? - Full Guide on How To Get Started (adrelien.com)
submitted 3 months ago by [email protected] to c/technology
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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.radio/post/3983333

Meshtastic – an open-source mesh networking platform redefining communication. From decentralized, long-range capabilities to versatile applications in emergency response, outdoor adventures. Discover the diverse hardware options, step-by-step setup guide, and the remarkable range of 5 KM - 10 KM.

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 3 months ago (2 children)

Is that 5-10 KM range based on frequencies available in the US, or worldwide?

[–] N1ghtstalk3r 11 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

It’s achievable by any frequency supported by Meshtastic. The average range you can expect, with good LoS, is between that 5-10km range.

However, if you have different circumstances you can expect less or even far above the average.

https://meshtastic.org/docs/overview/range-tests/

The range test article above shows the current record for a successful ping/chirp to another node (Point to Point, no additional hops). It’s at 254km currently :)

[–] [email protected] 5 points 3 months ago (1 children)

So the frequencies matter a bit. I run on 433mhz but I bet lora is good enough even at the US 915. So yeah it can even go further. Meshtastic 254KM was done on US 915. https://meshtastic.org/docs/overview/range-tests/

[–] ace_garp 1 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Can you outline generally which frequencies are for which countries? I could not find those details.

Or which frequencies are better for which use cases? (urban housing vs bush hiking. )

Looking for Australian specific details too.

Very interesting tech.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 3 months ago (1 children)

https://meshtastic.org/docs/configuration/radio/lora/ You can find all the details here, For your country you are only allowed 915.0 - 928.0

[–] ace_garp 2 points 3 months ago

Thanks for that info.