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Arduino LoRa

Additions by Neo7530

  • Added CAD-Mode Gateway. It simply retransmits received data with inverted carrier (InvertIQ)
  • Added XTEA-Encryption example
  • Added XTEA Node with Menu for Frequency settings, SF settings, switchable encryption, tx-power-settings menu and manually addressable Text-Chat

T = Enters Power selection Menu S = Enters spreading-factor menu E = Switch encryption on / off R = Performs a Soft-Reset

Send a Message

p 123456 textmessage to send\n (p or P for paging [SPACE] numerical receipient address [SPACE] text to transmit [NL/CR]

The SYSKEY have to be EQUAL on each Node. The Serial have to be UNIQUE on each node. Each node calculates its own device-key on bootup. The device-key for receipient will be calculated on transmission. For a echo-test send a message to your own serial# via Gateway.

The Gateway have a unencrypted Beacon. It sends the beacon-message with sf12, sf11, sf10, sf9, sf8 and sf7, and switches back to SFXX. This can be used for distance tests. ( How far can i read a message in which SF ).

Have Fun. Neo.

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An Arduino library for sending and receiving data using LoRa radios.

Compatible Hardware

Semtech SX1276/77/78/79 wiring

Semtech SX1276/77/78/79 Arduino
VCC 3.3V
GND GND
SCK SCK
MISO MISO
MOSI MOSI
NSS 10
NRESET 9
DIO0 2

NSS, NRESET, and DIO0 pins can be changed by using LoRa.setPins(ss, reset, dio0). DIO0 pin is optional, it is only needed for receive callback mode. If DIO0 pin is used, it must be interrupt capable via attachInterrupt(...).

NOTES:

  • Some boards (like the Arduino Nano), cannot supply enough current for the SX127x in TX mode. This will cause lockups when sending, be sure to use an external 3.3V supply that can provide at least 120mA's when using these boards.
  • If your Arduino board operates at 5V, like the Arduino Uno, Leonardo or Mega, you will need to use a level converter for the wiring to the Semtech SX127x module. Most Semtech SX127x breakout boards do not have logic level converters built-in.

Installation

Using the Arduino IDE Library Manager

  1. Choose Sketch -> Include Library -> Manage Libraries...
  2. Type LoRa into the search box.
  3. Click the row to select the library.
  4. Click the Install button to install the library.

Using Git

cd ~/Documents/Arduino/libraries/
git clone https://github.com/sandeepmistry/arduino-LoRa LoRa

API

See API.md.

Examples

See examples folder.

FAQ

1) Initilizating the LoRa radio is failing

Please check the wiring you are using matches what's listed in Semtech SX1276/77/78/79 wiring. You can also use LoRa.setPins(ss, reset, dio0) to change the default pins used. Some logic level converters cannot operate at 8 MHz, you can call LoRa.setSPIFrequency(frequency) to lower the SPI frequency used by the library. Both API's must be called before LoRa.begin(...).

2) Can other radios see the packets I'm sending?

Yes, any LoRa radio that are configured with the same radio parameters and in range can see the packets you send.

3) Is the data I'm sending encrypted?

No, all data is sent unencrypted. If want your packet data to be encrypted, you must encrypt it before passing it into this library, followed by decrypting on the receiving end.

4) How does this library differ from LoRaWAN libraries?

This library exposes the LoRa radio directly, and allows you to send data to any radios in range with same radio parameters. All data is broadcasted and there is no addressing. LoRaWAN builds on top of LoRA, but adds addressing, encryption, and additional layers. It also requires a LoRaWAN gateway and LoRaWAN network and application server.

5) Does this library honor duty cycles?

No, you have to manage it by your self.

6) Which frequencies can I use?

You can use this table to lookup the available frequencies by your country. The selectable frequency also depends on your hardware. You can lookup the data sheet or ask your supplier.

Please also notice the frequency dependent duty cycles for legal reasons!

License

This libary is licensed under the MIT Licence.

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