OpenSky Receiver Kit Quick Setup Manual

Congratulations to your new OpenSky Network Receiver Kit! This quick setup guide
provides you with a brief overview on the necessary steps to get your kit up and
running. Please refer to the detailed guide (https://opensky-network.org/receiver-kit)
for details on how to enable ssh, setup the build-in wifi, update the firmware image,
and much more.
Remove the protection cardboard from the bottom of the coolers (C) and (D)
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and place them onto the chips of the RaspberryPi (RPi) (A)
Take the RPi (A) and place it onto the bottom part of the case (E). You will
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notice that the four screw holes of the RPi will be aligned with the screw holes
in (E). The best way to insert the RPi is to push the 3.5 mm audio jack into the
designated hole in the case (see the
then push down the RPi, until it sits perfectly.
Gently push the rear panel (G) of the case into position and make sure the SD
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card slot is on the bottom (see the
Place the top part of the case (F) onto the RPi and insert the screws (H) through
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the holes on the bottom.
Before powering up your receiver for the first time you have to edit the
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configuration files on the SD card in order to specify the antenna position
and your OpenSky user name. Please refer to page 2 of this guide for details.
After editing the configuration file, eject the SD card from your computer and
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insert it into the RPi.
Remove the plastic caps from the RTL-SDR dongle (4) and plug it into one of
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the USB ports on the RPi.
Connect the coax cable (7), the power supply (B) and your local network via a
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LAN cable to the RPi. The LAN cable is not included in the OpenSky kit. As soon
as you connect the power cable the device boots automatically (the LED behind
the rear panel (G) should start blinking)
Visit https://opensky-network.org/my-opensky. You should now see your new
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receiver listed in the "Receivers" section.
If you encounter any problems, contact us by email at
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contact@opensky-network.org
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Quick Setup Guide
For a more detailed setup guide, visit:
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red circle in the image on the right).
https://opensky-network.org/receiver-kit
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Prepare the SD Card
Please refer to the details
on Page 2 of this guide.
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LAN cable (not included)
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