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							@@ -12,9 +12,12 @@ it when and what to transmit.
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This is my attempt at a simple, easy-to-use controller with a low 
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parts count. Rather than programming a microcontroller and/or 
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using DIP switches, time delays, and sync cables, the ESP32 development
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board lets you set up each controller using a web browser.
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board lets you set up each controller using a web browser (e.g., on your
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smartphone or tablet).
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[need links here for ARDF resources]
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The [ARRL ARDF page](https://www.arrl.org/amateur-radio-direction-finding) 
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is an OK starting point for learning about radio orienteering, but 
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there are probably better ones.
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## Hardware
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I designed a simple custom printed circuit board (PCB) to make
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@@ -28,6 +31,16 @@ included. The RTC runs on a watch battery to track time when the
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controller is not powered on.
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## Software/Firmware
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Power on the controller by plugging in a micro-USB cable to a 5V 
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source (e.g., computer or battery pack). After the device is powered on,
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it will start an internal webserver and set up a wireless network called 
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"vulpes."
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Connect to the "vulpes" wireless network and use a web browser to navigate
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to `http://192.168.0.1` (note "http" not "http**s**"). You will see the
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settings below. Note that you will not be able to access the Internet while
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connected to this network, and each controller sets up a separate network.
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### General Settings
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### Cycle Settings
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