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TNC-Pi Assembly Instructions &
Operating Tips
By John Hansen, W2FS
Portions by
John Wiseman, G8BPQ – Linux configuration
Jim Whiteside, M0HPJ – Xastir
Paul Fischer, KC9RGZ – Headless iGate
Document editing support by
Ed Slingland, N2WD
Website
http://tnc-x.com/TNCPi.htm
TNC-Pi User Guide
-1-
6/25/2017
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Assembly Instructions
Parts List
Lists all components included in the TNC-Pi kit for inventory and installation tracking.
Assembly Process
Step-by-step guide for physically assembling the TNC-Pi board components onto the PCB.
TNC-Pi Parts Layout
Diagrams showing the placement of components on the TNC-Pi board for easy identification during assembly.
TNC-Pi 2 Parts Layout
Diagrams showing the component placement specifically for the TNC-Pi 2 variant.
Connecting the Radio
Details on how to physically connect your radio transceiver to the TNC-Pi board.
Adjust Transmit Audio Output
Instructions on how to set the transmit audio level using the onboard potentiometer for optimal performance.
Set Transmit Delay
Explains how to configure the transmit delay (TXDelay) parameter, either via software or hardware.
Configuring the Raspberry Pi
Guides the user through essential software configuration steps on the Raspberry Pi for TNC-Pi operation.
Application Notes
Using Xastir
Instructions on installing and configuring Xastir, a popular APRS program, with the TNC-Pi.
More Information on Xastir Maps
Provides links and information regarding map sources for Xastir, addressing changes in availability.
Configuring TNC-Pi for I2C Protocol
I2C Setup
Details the necessary system file modifications on the Raspberry Pi to enable I2C communication.
Get and Set I2C Parameters
Explains how to use `getparams` and `setparams` to read and write TNC-Pi configuration for I2C.
Running Other Applications via I2C
Information on using applications with the TNC-Pi via the I2C protocol, including the `i2ckiss` utility.
Create APRS Receive-Only iGate
Equipment Needed for iGate
Lists the hardware and software components required to set up an APRS receive-only iGate.
iGate Setup Instructions
Step-by-step guide for configuring the Raspberry Pi and TNC-Pi to function as an APRS receive-only iGate.
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