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This is my attempt at a simple, easy-to-use controller with a low This is my attempt at a simple, easy-to-use controller with a low
parts count. Rather than programming a microcontroller and/or parts count. Rather than programming a microcontroller and/or
using DIP switches, time delays, and sync cables, the ESP32 development using DIP switches, time delays, and sync cables, the ESP32 development
board lets you set up each controller using a web browser. board lets you set up each controller using a web browser (e.g., on your
smartphone or tablet).
[need links here for ARDF resources] The [ARRL ARDF page](https://www.arrl.org/amateur-radio-direction-finding)
is an OK starting point for learning about radio orienteering, but
there are probably better ones.
## Hardware ## Hardware
I designed a simple custom printed circuit board (PCB) to make I designed a simple custom printed circuit board (PCB) to make
@ -28,6 +31,16 @@ included. The RTC runs on a watch battery to track time when the
controller is not powered on. controller is not powered on.
## Software/Firmware ## Software/Firmware
Power on the controller by plugging in a micro-USB cable to a 5V
source (e.g., computer or battery pack). After the device is powered on,
it will start an internal webserver and set up a wireless network called
"vulpes."
Connect to the "vulpes" wireless network and use a web browser to navigate
to `http://192.168.0.1` (note "http" not "http**s**"). You will see the
settings below. Note that you will not be able to access the Internet while
connected to this network, and each controller sets up a separate network.
### General Settings ### General Settings
### Cycle Settings ### Cycle Settings