Just starting out and want get good equipment that will be future proof. I am looking at some AC equipment but I know they're not supported at the moment, hopefully around Christmas time I've read.
Would it be worth the wait if I have a good deal on an AirMax Litebeam AC gen2 or TPlink CPE710? Or should I just say screw it and get something that will work now?
I've touched base with the local group and they suggested I post here :)
Thanks
Jesse
VE7KOD
Would it be worth the wait if I have a good deal on an AirMax Litebeam AC gen2 or TPlink CPE710? Or should I just say screw it and get something that will work now?
I've touched base with the local group and they suggested I post here :)
Thanks
Jesse
VE7KOD
Chuck
Hello Jesse,
Welcome to the rabbit hole.
The node closest to you is VA3QT-ARAA-150-Barrie running 2.4 Ghz. You may want to reach out to the owner to discuss how he has his node pointed.
https://www.qrz.com/lookup/VA3QT
The nodes in the Toronto area may be a bit far of a reach. You can use this tool to map out some hypothetical equipment links between yourself and nearby nodes: https://link.ui.com/#
If you're in a mesh island like I am, you may want to just get the HAP AC Lite for now and get a tunnel into VA3QT or one of the nodes in the Toronto area. Check the map: https://www.arednmesh.org/content/aredn-map-0
If you're all alone, a direction antenna isn't going to help you much. Consider building out a network with neighbors in you area. A good way to find possible interested parties is to check APRS.fi for local stations. You could also try your local ham clubs.
The forums are a great resource of knowledge. Reach out frequently!
---mark
KM6ZPO