1. Unpack & Power On To configure and connect the MGW310, you will need a Windows PC or MAC computer and be near the Wi-Fi network you intend to use for data transmission. Ubuntu should also work, but use of a Mobile Phone for setup is not recommended at this time.
If you turn the unit to the bottom, you will see there is more information regarding Wingbits registration. Please take a picture of this and have the QR code ready for the Wingbits Registration later. 1.2. Box Contents This is a picture of the box contents HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 4 of 21...
1. MGW310 Unit 2. Antenna 3. Power Cable with built in ethernet cable for ethernet connection 4. Mounting Rod 5. Type C power plug adapter 6. Type G power plug adapter 7. Ethernet extender 8. Mounting Brackets 9. AC adapter that attaches to power cable 1.3.
LED Status Meanings 2. Wi-Fi Connection and Internet Setup Wi-Fi is one of the options for internet connection for both configuring the MGW310 and transmitting data to GEODNET. However, it is recommended to use HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 7 of 21...
If an ethernet connection is not possible the unit can connect to the internet via Wi-Fi. Prior to connecting to the Internet, the MGW310 is in Access Point (AP) mode. The network SSID will be MGW310_xxxxxx where the xxxxx code is the last 6-digits of the 12-digit Station Serial Number.
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The different parts of this home page will be explained in another part of the guide. (Section 4) For now, we want to set up the Wi-Fi information so please navigate to the settings page and then hit “network”. After that, the following page should show. HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 9 of 21...
Ensure your PC or MAC is now connected to the same Wi-Fi SSID as entered above. Finding the newly assigned local IP address of the MGW310 can be a little tricky. The simplest route is to check the table of connected devices on your Wi-Fi router’s web page.
Wi-Fi IP index page will appear. 2.4. Set Miner Key and Transmit Data to GEODNET From the main MGW310 webpage, click settings and select Miner. HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 11 of 21...
Congratulations! You are Connected. 2.5. Reset Wi-Fi for a New Network / Moving Locations If you decide to move the MGW310 to a different Wi-Fi network, you can pre- emptively change the settings from the MGW310. Go to the Network Settings link from the main page.
Link to wingbits onboarding instructions: https://docs.wingbits.com/get- started/hardware-needed/wingbits-onboarding 4. MGW310 Webui Page To access the Webui Page of the unit, please find the IP address that has been given to it by accessing the router or modem that is providing internet.
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This is an example of a router showing the IP address of the unit: When entering the IP address in a browser, a page like this will appea HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 14 of 21...
9. Tar1090 – A link to open the Tar1090 interface, which provides real-time aircraft tracking using ADS-B data. 10. Graphs1090 – A link to open the Graphs1090 interface, which provides historical and statistical analysis of ADS-B reception. HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 15 of 21...
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14. Boot Type – Displays the method by which the unit was last powered on (e.g., POWERON). 15. Health – Provides an assessment of the unit’s status, such as Wi-Fi signal strength or other operational indicators. HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 16 of 21...
2. Hardware Version – Indicates the hardware revision of the unit (e.g., hw_v1.0). 3. Miner Serial Number – Serial number assigned to the unit for access and for GEODNET 4. Wingbits Serial Number – Serial number assigned for Wingbits Registration 4.2. Settings Network HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 17 of 21...
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Access Point (AP) mode. • Go To AP Mode Button: Clicking this button switches the device into Access Point (AP) Mode, allowing another way for a user to change the Wi-Fi settings. HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 18 of 21...
• Safety First: Avoid dangerous installation practices, use appropriate ladders, harnesses, and assistance if necessary. • Liability Disclaimer: We are not liable for any injuries sustained during installation. Example Installation HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 19 of 21...
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For best performance, always deploy the Base Station in a location with a clear sky view, following the 10-degree elevation rule for GNSS, and ensure stable power and Internet connectivity to maintain uninterrupted operation of both GNSS and ADS-B functionality. HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 20 of 21...
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STATION INSTALLATION RECORD It is recommended to record the following data from your installation. Station Serial Number Wingbits Serial Number Unit IP Address Miner Key Installation Location HYFIX MGW310 Manual Page 21 of 21...
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