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DragonOS FocalX Setup AISMon with WINE + Virtual Audio Sink (HackRF, RTLSDR, SDR++, AIS-Simulator)

In this video, I walk through a quick setup for running AISMon, a Windows-based AIS decoding application, on DragonOS FocalX using a Wine AppImage. I start by showing the installation ...of Wine and using Winetricks to pull in a missing DLL, allowing AISMon to run on DragonOS. I also setup a virtual audio sink in order to route audio between SDR++ and AISMon.

What is AIS?
AIS, or Automatic Identification System, is a maritime communication protocol used for transmitting real-time data about vessel location, speed, and other navigational details. It’s a crucial technology for vessel tracking, enhancing navigation safety, and providing situational awareness for maritime operations.

How AISMon Works:
AISMon decodes AIS signals by processing specific VHF transmissions, allowing users to capture ship data embedded within AIS messages. In this video, I use SDR++ and an RTL-SDR to receive test AIS transmissions while simulating AIS signals from a HackRF running AIS-Simulator. The setup directs AIS message data to the AISMon log, confirming that AISMon is receiving and interpreting transmissions accurately.

Although no vessel positions are shown in this setup, I copied some of the messages from the AISMon log file into an online AIS decoder and received expected results.

If you'd like a native Linux setup, check out my previous video on AISCatcher.

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DragonOS FocalX Setup AISMon with WINE + Virtual Audio Sink (HackRF, RTLSDR, SDR++, AIS-Simulator)

In this video, I walk through a quick setup for running AISMon, a ...

WarDragon Headless RustDesk Connection Setup w/ Linux WiFi Hotspot (Android Tablet)

In this video, I walk through setting up the WarDragon to function as ...

In this video, I walk through setting up the WarDragon to function as a Wi-Fi hotspot using the Linux WiFi Hotspot application. This allows the WarDragon’s internal Wi-Fi to act ...as a hotspot for client devices, such as an Android tablet. I demonstrate how to configure the hotspot, install and use RustDesk on the WarDragon, and establish remote desktop access over the Wi-Fi link. While I use RustDesk in this example, other remote control methods like SSH can also be employed once the connection is established.

I also address a known bug in Ubuntu 22.04’s network manager or wpa_supplicant that prevents some devices from connecting when encryption is enabled. To work around this issue, I use the Linux WiFi Hotspot tool, which is available via the DragonOS PPA for easy installation with:

sudo apt install linux-wifi-hotspot

Here are the relevant links:
Linux WiFi Hotspot repository:
https://github.com/lakinduakash/linux-wifi-hotspot

Command-line instructions:
https://github.com/lakinduakash/linux-wifi-hotspot/blob/master/src/scripts/README.md

During the video, I also show how to set the hotspot to automatically activate after a reboot by enabling the appropriate service. However, I want to clarify that when I mentioned the “service is running” in the video, I was referring to the fact that since I started the hotspot through the GUI, it continues to run without needing to manually trigger it with systemctl until rebooted. The service that I enabled via systemctl will automatically restart the hotspot on reboot, thanks to the configuration steps I demonstrate.

I discuss the convenience of having the WarDragon’s internal Wi-Fi act as a hotspot but also explain the trade-offs: since the internal Wi-Fi is dedicated to the hotspot, it can’t be used simultaneously for other applications like Kismet. Additionally, enabling the hotspot means the WarDragon will emit RF signals, which might be important to consider depending on your operating environment.

This tutorial provides a straightforward way to set up a remote-controlled WarDragon and highlights both the benefits and limitations of using the built-in Wi-Fi for hotspot functionality.[+] Show More

DragonOS FocalX HackRF_Sweeper Quick Setup and Test (hackRF)

In this video, I walk through a quick setup, install, and test of ...

WarDragon WiFi + BT Type Drone Remote ID Detection/Decoding WIP (Sniffle/DroneID Repo)

In this video, I showcase the WarDragon in action using the new ...

WarDragon AIS-Simulator TX + AIS-Catcher RX (GNU Radio, HackRF, RTLSDR)

In this video, I take a look at Automatic Identification System (AIS) ...

DragonOS Pi64 Autonomous Payload Swaps & Real-Time EMS Monitoring w/ Drone (T-Halow, RTLSDR)

In this video, I collaborate with Airrow, the company behind the ...

DragonOS FocalX: T-Halow Experience & Quick Setup Guide (Serial Port Assistant)

In this video, I share my experience so far with the LilyGO T-Halow ...

In this video, I share my experience so far with the LilyGO T-Halow hardware, including some initial hurdles like replacing the chips (thanks to LilyGO for providing those) due to ...an early firmware fix. My units were likely part of the first production run, so I walk through key things to be aware of, like understanding the LED behavior when running on battery power. For example, the current hardware revision only shows an LED if the USB-C cable is connected or an active Ethernet connection is present. This can be important—if you’re not paying attention and unplug both Ethernet and USB-C, you might forget to switch the device off using the hardware switch.

I also show how I built Serial Port Assistant and made it into a deb package that DragonOS users can easily install, or at least I share the repo for anyone interested. Additionally, I dive into accessing the T-Halow TX-AH via the micro USB port and configuring it through the serial application. Since I had already done the configuration before, I talk through how to do it and what to expect, focusing on setting one device as a station (STA) and the other as an access point (AP), and how to start and stop the pairing sequence to get them connected.

This video is both a documentation of my experience and a visual aid to go along with the LilyGO documentation.

In a previous video, I showed how I made a 1km connection between two T-Halows, and I plan to extend that distance using multiple drones and multiple T-Halows in future experiments.

Relevant Links:
Lilygo T-Halow GitHub Info: https://github.com/Xinyuan-LilyGO/T-Halow?tab=readme-ov-file

Lilygo T-Halow Product Page: https://github.com/Xinyuan-LilyGO/T-Halow

Serial Port Assistant GitHub Repo: https://github.com/KangLin/SerialPortAssistant

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DragonOS FocalX 1km Wireless Bridge Mode Link w/ T-Halow (AntSDR, Pi5, HackRF)

In this video, I set up a wireless bridge using two T-Halow devices ...

WarDragon Enhancing Drone Remote ID Real-Time Tracking + ADS-B w/ ATAK (TAR1090, Sniffle) Part 3

In this third and final video of our series, we take a deep dive into ...

In this third and final video of our series, we take a deep dive into updating the WarDragon system, focusing specifically on the dongle dedicated to Bluetooth sniffing and drone ...Remote ID. I'll guide you through updating the SniffleToTak application and walk you through setting up WarDragon to detect, decode, and convert Remote ID (Bluetooth Long Range Extended type) into Cursor on Target (CoT) messages in real-time, which are then sent directly to your TAK server.

** Remote ID Transmitter attached to DJI
Holy stone RID
** Second Transmitter
Roku RID

Firmware Update (as of 30 August 2024):
https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1OgErnqXpj4RYb74eHGolY2p6zButDrmv

SniffleToTak:
https://github.com/alphafox02/SniffleToTAK

We’ll configure the WarDragon system to work seamlessly over the internet using a WireGuard VPN connection between WarDragons, an ATAK-equipped tablet, and the WireGuard server. I’ll demonstrate how to view the real-time location tracking of a drone within ATAK, alongside simultaneous ADS-B detection from another WarDragon, all displayed in the ATAK interface.

CoT Integration Recap: In this video, I revisit the importance of Cursor on Target (CoT) and how it allows for the real-time exchange of position and status information within a TAK ecosystem. This capability is vital for maintaining situational awareness, whether you're monitoring drones or aircraft.

So What? By updating your WarDragon and integrating these advanced tracking features, you’re unlocking powerful capabilities for real-time decision-making and coordination. This setup is particularly useful for both emergency response scenarios and advanced hobbyist tracking, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve.

To close, I share some valuable tips on improving the ADS-B setup discussed in part two, helping you get the most out of your WarDragon system.

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DragonOS FocalX Fast Setup: FobosSDR Initial Library Install (CubicSDR, SigDigger, SDRPP)

No edits, no retakes—just a quick and dirty run-through of getting the ...

WarDragon Setting Up TAK Server 5.2 on DragonOS + Flightview_GUI with AirspyR2 (TAR1090) Part 2

In this second video of this three-part series, we dive deeper into ...

WarDragon Setting Up TAK Server 5.2 on DragonOS + Flightview_GUI with AirspyR2 (TAR1090) Part 1

In this video, I take you through the setup of the latest TAK Server ...

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