Video: How to Set Up Your Soracom SIM

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MAR 6, 2023

Video: How to Set Up Your Soracom SIM

1. How to register your IoT SIM card with Soracom

Use this video to quickly get your new Soracom IoT SIM registered on the Soracom User Console.

2. How to activate your IoT SIM card in your device

Use this walk-through to learn how to activate your Soracom IoT Sim Card.

3. How to check connection and session logs of your Soracom IoT SIM

Use this walk-through to learn how to activate your Soracom IoT Sim Card.

4. How to check the data usage of your Soracom IoT SIM

Check the data usage of your Soracom connected device

5. How to send a PING command to your Soracom IoT SIM

Test both sides of your network connection are working by sending a ping test!

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Easily Deploy Sensors Helium Network Tago io

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FEB 21, 2023

Easily Deploy Sensors on the Helium Network with TagoIO

The Semtech LoRa® Developer Portal Systems Integrator Series recently released a new guide: "How to Quickly Deploy Internet of Things (IoT) Solutions on the Helium LoRaWAN® Network." This guide provides a hands-on approach for systems integrators to quickly deploy LoRaWAN® network solutions on the Helium IoT network using TagoIO

Upon completion of the tutorials, users will have a basic understanding of how the Helium network operates, how to onboard LoRaWAN® devices, how to create a monitoring dashboard, and how to use LoRaWAN® and the Helium network for asset tracking applications. 

The tutorial uses off-the-shelf and readily available devices. The first section provides an overview of the Helium network and its workings with LoRaWAN® devices. In the two-part onboarding section, users will learn how to add devices to the Helium Network and create an IoT dashboard to deploy commercially viable solutions. Finally, in the last section, users will use the Helium network to develop a simple asset tracking application with off-the-shelf components.

Please note that in order to access this material, you will need to create an account on the LoRa Developer Portal and enroll in the course.

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Video: Tingkart Setup Video and Step-by-Step Guide

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NOV 23, 2022

Video: Tingkart Setup Video

Tingkart Step-by-Step Guide

1. Find a avalible tingkart subdomain

Go to shop.tingkart.com and find a avalible tingkart subdomain. This will be the url where users can access your Tingkart application.

2. Upload image to generate icon package

Configure apererance and applicartion icon, please select a .png square image with at least 512x512px and with a file size smaller than 2MB


Tingkart will generate an icon package used as icons desktop and splash screens. You can at any time change the icon package in the admin console.

3. Generate your Tingkart application

Wait while Tingkart generates your subdomain, icon package and sets up your subscription.

4. Open Admin

Wait while Tingkart generates your subdomain, icon package and sets up your subscription.

5. Open Admin from the Application

You can open the admin console from anywhere in the Tingkart application by selecting the More button and selecting Admin. This icon is only visible for the administrator of a given application.

6. Add Devices

In admin in the Devices section you can add the devices your users can scan the QR code to add them to their account. Your LoRaWan/Helium hardware supplier should give you the Dev EUI, App EUI and App Key. Select the device type you are adding in the "select device".

7. Download QR invite

Open the device you just added and click on the QR-code or copy the invite code. These codes are used by your users to add the devices to their accounts.

8. Open the Application

Have your users navigate to the [YOUR_SUB_DOMAIN].tingkart.com where they can create their account. This url contains your installable web-application that your users can install on any Android, iOS, Chrome or on any platform that supports Web apps.

9. Claim a Device

Click the "Add Device" icon and scann the QR code or paste the invite code collecgted in step 5. Follow instructions and give the device an icon and a name.

10. Create Sites

It may make sence to organise your devices in sites, simply click the "Add Site" icon. Here you can upload an image where you can place your devices. Just select the site and click the "Add Device".

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Video: Helium 5G WiFi AP Review

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Oct 13, 2022

Video: Helium 5G Wi-Fi AP Review

Helium 5G Network Wi-Fi Access Point Bundle Review

See below what NTC Reviews has to say about the Helium Wi-Fi AP.

From NTC Reviews:

I have been expanding my Helium network. I recently installed a FreedomFi 5G CBRS Indoor Bundle in my home and it is running well. I am not only providing 5G cellular and data to subscribers using the network but I am also mining $MOBILE tokens. I feel that there is something very viable about this Helium network and the future looks bright.

In order to use the Helium 5G network, mobile devices need to add a SIM card or eSIM to gain access. I recently received a Helium 5G Wi-Fi Access Point Bundle that will make the process of using the Helium 5G network for my own devices, guests and of course my family members… Super Simple!

More from NTC Reviews here.

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Video: How to setup a Helium 5G Indoor Bundle

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AUG 31, 2022

Video:  How to setup a Helium 5G Indoor Bundle 

Video

Checkout this video where Coach Helder from NTC Reviews walk you through how to setup the Helium 5G Indoor Bundle (FreedomFi LoRaWAN® + 5G-Ready Gateway and FreedomFi One - Indoor CBRS Small Cell)

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Video: Helium 5G WiFi AP Setup Tutorial

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OCT 13, 2022

Video: Helium 5G Wi-Fi AP Setup Tutorial

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Fix Multitech CBRS Not Connecting to Internet

The issue is with the IPv4 IPv6 settings on the unit. These steps should happen automatically upon plugging in the device, but if you run into any issues, please try the troubleshooting steps outlined here.

1. On a Windows PC, download and install the Tera Term Utility from here.

2. During the Tera Term installation process, under “Select Additional Tasks”, be sure to check “all” boxes.

3. Download the attached script file: mtcapw-freedomfi.ttl

4. Connect your Windows PC directly to the Multitech MTCAPW via a network cable

a. The MTCAPW should not be connected to the internet

5. Right click the mtcapw-freedomfi.ttl file on your connected Windows PC and open with "Tera Term Macro Interpreter"

6. Wait until the script successfully executed and the unit begins to automatically reboot.

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Browan Object Locator for Helium Mappers and Helium Cargo

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APR 12, 2022

Browan Object Locator for Helium Mappers and Helium Cargo

The following document provides a step-by-step instructions on how to onboard the Browan Object Locator onto the Helium Network for use on Helium Mappers and Helium Cargo, helping identify and verify Helium Network coverage wherever the Object Locator is heard. 

1. When you receive your Object Locator, fully charge the device. When the device is connected to a powered charger, the green LED will be continuously on indicating the battery is charging. 

2. Once the battery is fully charged, the LED will fade-in and out at a rate of 12 cycles per minute.

3. You are now ready to add your device to your Helium Console. If you do not already have a Helium Console Account, you can sign up for one here. Where it asks for "Organization Name" enter something you will remember that is unique to you. Example: Your name

4. Please note that when you first sign-up for a Helium Console account, you are given 10,000 Data Credits. Each time your device communicates over the Helium network, it will use a Data Credit. Additional Data Credits can be purchased through the Helium Console.

5. Dev EUI, App EUI, and App Key information should have been included on your order packing slip. You can also reference this information by logging on to your CalChip customer account and referencing the notes of your order number. You will also receive an email with the subject line "CalChipConnect Order - Important information to use your sensors" that will instruct you on how to receive these keys.

6. Add New Device using the left navigation bar

a. Create a Device Name (Example: Browan Object Locator)

b. Enter Dev EUI

c. Enter App EUI (This may be referred to as the Join EUI)

d. Enter App Key

e. Save Device


7. Add New Function using the left navigation bar

a. Name the decoder (Example: Tabs Decoder)

b. Function type: Decoder

c. Choose Format: Custom Script

d. Copy and paste the following in the Custom Script box:

function Decoder(bytes, port) {

  var decoded = {};


  // Some "common status format"

  decoded.status = bits(bytes[0], 4, 7);

  decoded.battery = (25 + bits(bytes[1], 0, 3)) / 10,

  decoded.capacity = 100 * (bits(bytes[1], 4, 7) / 15),

  // Bit 7 is RFU; exclude

  decoded.temperature = bits(bytes[2], 0, 7) - 32,

  decoded.gnssFix = bit(bytes[0], 3),

    // LSB, ignoring the 4 high bits (RFU) and sign-extending to 32 bits

    // to support negative values, by shifting 4 bytes too far to the

    // left (which discards those bits, as only 32 bits are preserved),

    // followed by a sign-propagating right shift:

  decoded.latitude = (bytes[3] | bytes[4] << 8 | bytes[5] << 16

      | bytes[6] << 28 >> 4) / 1e6,

    // Likewise, ignoring the 3 high bits (used for accuracy):

  decoded.longitude = (bytes[7] | bytes[8] << 8 | bytes[9] << 16

      | bytes[10] << 27 >> 3) / 1e6,

    // Accuracy in meters; 1 << x+2 is the same as Pow(2, x+2) for x < 32

  decoded.accuracy = 1 << bits(bytes[10], 5, 7) + 2,

  decoded.altitude = 0;

  return decoded;

}

// Gets the zero-based unsigned numeric value of the given bit(s)

function bits(value, lsb, msb) {

  var len = msb - lsb + 1;

  var mask = (1 << len) - 1;

  return value >> lsb & mask;

}

// Gets the boolean value of the given bit

function bit(value, bit) {

  return (value & (1 << bit)) > 0;

}


e. Save Function

8. Add A New Integration

To create a new HTTP integration in Console, navigate to the Integrations page using the left navigation and then select the HTTP integration.

Next we will fill in the details, see instructions and image below.


1. Enter the Mappers API Ingest Endpoint URL (Required) https://mappers.helium.com/api/v1/ingest/uplink

2. Enter the name for this Integration: Mappers Integration

3. Finally, click Add Integration to complete.

9. Next we will create a Flow. Navigate to the Flows page and click the + sign next to Nodes.

10. Drag and drop your device, function, and integration on the workspace. Link them by drawing lines with your mouse between the connection points. Link device -> decoder -> integration.

11. You are now ready to power on your Object Locater. To turn ON the device, hold down the button for at least 10 seconds. The device will turn on when the green LED lights up solid for 3 seconds. To turn OFF the device, hold down the button for at least 10 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly for 3 seconds.

12. When you first turn on the Object Locator, the device needs to receive the GPS almanac, which is a set of data that every GPS satellite transmits. This process can take anywhere from 30-secs to 12-minutes. So, we recommend either keep the unit outside under open sky or take a walk/drive with the device to allow it that time to download the almanac.

13. Verify that data is being sent correctly to the Mapper API. To do this just expand an uplink event in the event log and verify that you are getting a "Success" message for the integration as shown below.

14. During normal operation, the Object Locator will update status every 120 minutes when the device is stationary. When the device is in motion, it will update status every 30 seconds.

15. That's all! You can now expect to see your data show up on mappers.helium.com in a few minutes. If you want to see where your mapper is on the map, you could use Cargo. You will have to add one more integration and link it to the decoder in your flow.

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MerryIoT Official OTA Announcements

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NOV 15, 2022

MerryIoT Official OTA Announcements

MerryIoT released an official OTA update today

  • Hotspot version: 2022.11.10.1
  • Miner version: 2022.10.28.0_GA (remain unchanged)

Release note:

  • Update region plans to work in coordination with Helium Blockchain
  • Support secondary LoRaWAN server connection

Firmware update method

1. Manually, go to "OTA Updates" and click the CHECK UPDATES.
2. Automatically, the hotspot will launch the OTA updates daily at 3:00am ~ 5:00am your local time.

MerryIoT released an official OTA update today

  • Hotspot version: 2022.08.03.1 (remain unchanged)
  • Miner version: 2022.08.17.1_GA

Release note:

  • Update Helium firmware version to 2022.08.17.1_GA

Firmware update method

1. Manually, go to "OTA Updates" and click the CHECK UPDATES.
2. Automatically, the hotspot will launch the OTA updates daily at 3:00am ~ 5:00am your local time.

MerryIoT released an official OTA update today

  • Hotspot version: 2022.08.03.1
  • Miner version: 2022.08.02.0_GA

Release note:

  • Update Helium firmware version to 2022.08.02.0_GA
  • Added dashboard for CPU temperature 

Firmware update method

  • Manually, go to "OTA Updates" and click on the CHECK UPDATES button.
  • Automatically, the hotspot will launch the OTA updates daily at 3:00am ~ 5:00am your local time.

MerryIoT released an official OTA update today

  • Firmware version: 2022.07.21.1
  • Miner version: 2022.07.14.0_GA

Release Notes:

1. Update Helium firmware version to 2022.07.14.0_GA

  • Enable Mux and Disable Chain Sync

2. Dashboard footer information update (FAQ, disclaimer,...etc.)

3. Some dashboard information update according to 2022.07.14.0_GA

  • Remove challenge beacon log page (the new miner image is no longer support this)
  • Remove some dashboard information which are no longer support, such as NAT type, connected to blockchain, block height and blockchain sync.

4. Support validator info in Hotspot Info page.

5. Update Helium data store path from SD card to eMMC storage

Firmware update method:

  1. Manually, go to "OTA Updates" and click on the CHECK UPDATES button.
  2. Automatically, the hotspot will launch the OTA updates daily at 3:00am ~ 5:00am your local time.

Firmware version: 2022.06.12.1

  • Miner version: 2022.06.09.0_GA (remain unchanged)

1. Release note:

  • According to Helium core team, remove{gateway_and_mux_enable, true} again, it's affecting block times and PoC rates. (will enable it once the issue has been resolved by Helium core team)

Firmware version: 2022.06.02.3

1. Release note:

  • Update miner to "2022.06.02.01_GA"
  • Remove {gateway_and_mux_enable, true} (will enable it once the issue has been resolved by Helium core team)
  • Remove the "Switch Region Plan" setting page due to the miner region being decided by asserting location
  • Add connected validator log

2. Upgrade method

a. Manually, go to "OTA Updates" and click on the CHECK UPDATES button.

b. Automatically, the hotspot will launch the OTA updates daily at 3:00am ~ 5:00am your local time.

EMERGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Due to the latest miner image (2022.06.01.0_GA) has potential issues and risks, now the Helium core team is investigating this issue.

Issue: Some hotspots facing cannot initialize genesis block issue after Helium version upgraded to miner-arm6_2022.06.01.0_GA. MerryIoT decided to remove the OTA file until Helium releases the newer miner version.

MerryIoT will have to recall the new OTA updates until the Helium core team resolves the issue. Your patience is much appreciated.

Firmware version: 2022.06.02.2

1. Release note:

  • Upgrade miner dock to 2022.06.01.0_GA
  • Follow Helium's instructions to change sys.config {gateway_and_mux_enable, true}
  • Remove the "Switch Region Plan" setting page due to the miner region being decided by asserting location
  • Add connected validator log

2. Upgrade method:

  • Manually, go to "OTA Updates" and click on the CHECK UPDATES button.

  • Automatically, the hotspot will launch the OTA updates daily at 3:00am ~ 5:00AM your local time.

Firmware version: 2022.05.03.1

1. Release note:

Firmware version: 2022.04.22.2

1. Release note:

  • Fix some devices with old FW cannot run OTA issues.
  • Upgrade miner docker to 2022.04.19.0 GA.

Note: there might be some errors on the web interface after activating via chain variable on May 3, 2022, this is because some parameters are no longer supported after that (e.g. block height and so on.), so MerryIoT will have the next OTA version to fix these errors display at that time.

Firmware version: 2022.04.19.2

1. Release note:

  • Fixed http password will be recovered during OTA.
  • Fixed gateway_config keep crashing (In some cases of the MerryIoT logo LED light keeps blinking).
  • Security improvement

Firmware version: 2022.04.13.1

1. New feature: Support switching LoRaWAN® region plan through web interface.

Go to Hotspot > Switch Region Plan, select the region plan that you want by drop-down menu.

Please ignore below statement. MerryIoT will publish another version. Stay tuned.

Firmware version: 2022.03.29.1

1. Support dashboard login with password

Go to Administration, enable "Access with password", and type specified password, then Apply.

2. Support reset the login password by holding the pair button over 15 seconds, until you see the power LED blinking.

3. Support reboot feature

Go to Administration, you can see the REBOOT button.

4. Support Miner log tracing (1000 lines rotation)

Go to Logs, you can see different log types that you want to look at.

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Browan Merry IoT new FAST SYNC Capability

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FEB 24, 2022

Browan Merry IoT New Fast Sync Capability

Some Browan MerryIoT Helium Hotspot customers have reported slow sync times. Good news; Browan is pushing updates consistently and recent upgrades have included FASTSYNC capability, SD card features (via web interface), and LoRa radio improvements. However, if you find your miner is stuck at a certain block height for more than 72hrs, CalChip worked with Browan to create the tutorial below to execute a manual resync. **Please note, to perform this guide, you must be on the same local network as the MerryIoT Miner. Here’s what to do:

1. Identify the IP address assigned to your MerryIoT hotspot miner

You can do this with an IP scanner tool (such as “FING” on the iOS app store), or using your home router’s software. Once you’ve identified the IP address copy it or write it down. For example, mine was 192.168.1.xxx.

2. Navigate to your MerryIoT’s Web GUI

Using a PC or mobile device on the same local network the Miner is on, open a browser and type https://[your_IP_address] into the address bar. For example, https://192.168.1.xxx.

3. Check status and update your software 

You should now see your hotspot miner’s software, where you can:

a. Check for updates

b. Upgrade your miner to the latest firmware

c. Confirm the docker container is “Running” 

d. “Reset” the miner if necessary

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