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See also: [[en/MK-Board|MikroKopter-Boards]]
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= RangeExtender =
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With the !RangeExtender, a wireless connection can be established to the !MikroKopter over a large range (>1000mtr).<<BR>>
The connection will be relayed via USB or Bluetooth on the !RangeExtender to the more powerful Wi.232 module. In that way a connection will be established to the Wi.232 module on the !MikroKopter. The !RangeExtender will be supplied with power via an integrated battery. <<BR>><<BR>><<BR>>
= The connection =
The !RangeExtender can be used i.e. on a:
* Tablet
* Smartphone
* Computer
* etc.
(appropriate software required, i.e. MK-!TabletTool ([[en/MK-TT|Link]]), KopterTool, Dubwise etc.).<<BR>><<BR>>
In this way a transfer and display telemetry data from the Kopter is possible. You are also able to send WayPoints to the Kopter.<<BR>><<BR>>
== Connection via Bluetooth or USB ==
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The !RangeExtender can be easily connected with a Tablet, Smartphone etc. . Here you proceed as follows: <<BR>>
1. Switch ON the !RangeExtender with the switch on the side - the __green__ LED ''Power'' flashes.
1. At the used device switch to the settings / Bluetooth settings and start the Bluetooth Scan.<<BR>>
(See instruction of the used device)
1. After a short time the !RangeExtender should be found with its identification.<<BR>>
Identification = '''''!RangeExtender'''''
1. Now the !RangeExtender can be assigned to the device (Pairing).
1. Here now the four-digit Bluetooth-Key (PIN) of the !RangeExtender need to be entered.<<BR>>
Bluetooth-Key (PIN) = '''0000'''
1. After a successful ''Pairing'' the !RangeExtender can be used with an appropriate program.
1. Has been established a connection via Bluetooth (i.e. tablet computer) with the RE, the __blue__ LED ''Bluetooth'' will light at the RE.
= Connection at the MikroKopter =
With the delivery of the !RangeExtender comes also a Wi.232 module for the !MikroKopter.<<BR>>
This Wi.232-receiver will be connected with the ribbon cable to the connector '''''Debug''''' on the !NaviCtrl .<<BR>>>
If only a !FlightCtrl is used on the Kopter you need to connect the Wi.232 receiver to the 10-pin header at the FlightCtrl .<<BR>>
Throughout the missing GPS system the transfer of the telemetry data is not possible.
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= Load RangeExtender =
The !RangeExtender uses a 3,6V/800mAh NiMH battery. With this battery the !RangeExtender can work without additional power over a longer period of time.
If the battery has used up its power, a warning signal will sound and the battery needs to be charged.<<BR>><<BR>>
To load the battery the !RangeExtender can be connected either way with the USB cable to a PC, Laptop etc. or to a suitable power supply with a 5V= Output. <<BR>>
After connecting a USB cable to the RE and to an appropriate device the __red__ LED ''Charge'' will light. If the battery is completely charged the red LED will go OFF and you can disconnect the USB connection.<<BR>><<BR>>
'''INFO:''' The battery will be also charged if the !RangeExtender is switched OFF. <<BR>><<BR>>
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= Technical data / delivery package =
'''Delivery package:''' <<BR>>
* !RangeExtender
* Wi.232 Kopter
* USB cable
* Ribbon cable with 2x 10-pin pinheader
'''Technical data:''' <<BR>>
* Weight !RangeExtender = 110g <<BR>>
* Weight Wi.232 Modul Kopter = 9g<<BR>>
* Power supply !RangeExtender = 3,6V/800mAh NiMH battery<<BR>>
* Connector = USB<<BR>>
* Loading = via USB (5V)<<BR>>
* Display for: Power, Charge, Rx/Tx, Bluetooth connection<<BR>>
* Battery life = 7-8 hours
* Bluetooth PIN = 0000
* Individual RE-ID = needed for the use of the MK-!TabletTool
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The !RangeExtender can be ordered in four different versions:
* EU Version
* Channel 0 (868,300MHz) ID 0 (Brown)
* Channel 0 (868,300MHz) Id 1 (Red)
* US Version
* Channel 2 (903,023MHz) (Blue)
* channel 4 (905,279MHz) (Green)
The different colored antennas of the !RangeExtenders shows you the channels:
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