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Apr 03, 2025 - 02:41 AM
To configure the Pi-Star image for use with the NanoPi MMDVM module, follow these steps:
1. Connect the NanoPi MMDVM to a router or network facility capable of issuing DHCP IP addresses.
2. Apply power to the NanoPi and wait for it to fully boot.
3. Look in the DHCP lease table or device list of your router for the hostname "pistar" and note the associated IP address.
4. Open a web browser and type the IP address into the address bar.
5. You will be prompted for a login and password. Enter "pi-star" for both.
6. On the main configuration screen, make the following changes:
- Control Software: Set the Controller mode to "Duplex Repeater" and click "Apply Changes".
- MMDVMHost configuration: Set the MMDVM Display Type to "OLED Type 3" and the Port to "/dev/ttyAMA0".
- General Configuration: Set the Radio/Modem type to "STM32-DVM / MMDVM_HS – Raspberry Pi Hat (GPIO)".
- Enter any other required configuration information.
7. In the Expert/MMDVMHost screen, modify the following settings to enable the OLED screen:
- Type: Set to 3
- Invert: Set to 0
- Scroll: Set to 1
- Rotate: Set to 1
- Logoscreensaver: Set to 1
8. Save the changes and restart the NanoPi MMDVM module.
For more detailed information on Pi-Star configuration, you can search for "Pi-Star configuration" on Google.
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