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  • Originally posted by paradiselost View Post
    Boom's receiver is online. He got the designation F-RPMO1 the Ozamiz airport in the neighboring province across from Iligan City.

    John
    F-RPVD1
    Dumaguete
    I didn't know anything about that. All I did last Sunday was turn it on the receiver and connect it to my modem/router for a few minutes. After that I unplugged the power source.
    Well, BTW thanks for the designation info of my receiver.

    Anyway, for the past few days searching for materials to use for my pole mast. I figured it out that I will be using GI pipe instead of a aluminum square tube as planned.
    The square tubes I've checked here in my area seems to flex even if it's the thick one I've checked. That means it's I will either use pipe of 1" or 3/4" pipe (not sure if it's Schedule 40 or Schedule 80).
    Initially, local shops here offer pipes for that are 6 meters (20 ft) long.

    Here is initial draft for raising the mast pole.

    ANTENNA draft.jpg

    Some concerns so far before proceeding to the next step.

    1.) Clamps used for securing the post - I actually have those spare J-pole mount used mostly in DTH dish. My idea was that I'll use it as a holding plate for the mast then anchor the plate with expansion bolts on the concrete wall post. I'll just have to figure it out how to secure it tightly probably use some bolts/nuts and galvanized wire. Any helpful ideas would be great.

    2.) Connecting the receiver to UPS - I'm actually planning to get a UPS due to unavoidable power interruptions these coming days. I'm not quite sure if it's safe to leave the UPS always turn on just in case if I'm out of house during my working hours since hosting FR24 requires steady connection of power.

    3.) Self-amalgamating tape - where do I find this one? Not sure if those folks in our big hardware shop (Citi Hardware) knows this kind of tape or its equivalent.
    Last edited by boom_box87; 2016-04-26, 18:54.

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    • Originally posted by boom_box87 View Post
      I didn't know anything about that. All I did last Sunday was turn it on the receiver and connect it to my modem/router for a few minutes. After that I unplugged the power source.
      Well, BTW thanks for the designation info of my receiver.

      Anyway, for the past few days searching for materials to use for my pole mast. I figured it out that I will be using GI pipe instead of a aluminum square tube as planned.
      The square tubes I've checked here in my area seems to flex even if it's the thick one I've checked. That means it's I will either use pipe of 1" or 3/4" pipe (not sure if it's Schedule 40 or Schedule 80).
      Initially, local shops here offer pipes for that are 6 meters (20 ft) long.

      Here is initial draft for raising the mast pole.

      [ATTACH=CONFIG]7458[/ATTACH]

      Some concerns so far before proceeding to the next step.

      1.) Clamps used for securing the post - I actually have those spare J-pole mount used mostly in DTH dish. My idea was that I'll use it as a holding plate for the mast then anchor the plate with expansion bolts on the concrete wall post. I'll just have to figure it out how to secure it tightly probably use some bolts/nuts and galvanized wire. Any helpful ideas would be great.

      2.) Connecting the receiver to UPS - I'm actually planning to get a UPS due to unavoidable power interruptions these coming days. I'm not quite sure if it's safe to leave the UPS always turn on just in case if I'm out of house during my working hours since hosting FR24 requires steady connection of power.

      3.) Self-amalgamating tape - where do I find this one? Not sure if those folks in our big hardware shop (Citi Hardware) knows this kind of tape or its equivalent.

      Pipe Sizing

      The inside dimension of the pipe is the size you referred to. The Schedule 80 has a thicker wall so its outside size you measure with a tape will be slightly larger than a schedule 40. The Schedule 80 will have less flex for climbing on it. The fittings for schedule 40 and 80 have to be used with the appropriate schedule of the pipe. Before you leave the store try the fittings on the pipe you bought to make sure. Add a end cap for the last piece of pipe to stop water from filling up the pipe. Even GI pipe will rust left with water in it from rain which will over time weaken your mast.

      Clamps

      Be aware the posts you see on the fence are just for show and are just plaster built up to look like a post as is the plaster applied to the hollow block fence. Any clamps should accommodate bolts and anchors that will penetrate the plaster and terminate in the hollow block. Pipe clamps are available not only at Citi Hardware but also at other construction supply stores. The heavy duty clamps are galvanized.

      UPS

      UPS really isn't necessary for the receiver and modem since those brownouts don't last for days. FR24 doesn't get worried and send you a heads up email if the brownout is less than 9 hours. Use that money for an extra section of pipe for the mast and a weather proof box for the receiver. Your systems performance will greatly improve if you do.

      Self-amalgamating tape

      The tape you are referring to is a rubber tape with adhesive on both sides which is unnecessary since they have incorporated the coax directly to the antenna.

      Erecting a mast in absence of a climber with educated toes is easier if you weld some steps up the pole so you can securely plant your feet. Look on building roofs downtown and see how they have done it. Those cheap aluminum antennas and parabolic dishes will eventually need service.

      Unguyed 1 inch GI pipe will sway when climbed on and scare the hell out of you climber even if it is Schedule 80.

      John
      F-RPVD1
      Dumaguete

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      • Originally posted by paradiselost View Post
        Boom's receiver is online. He got the designation F-RPMO1 the Ozamiz airport in the neighboring province across from Iligan City.

        John
        F-RPVD1
        Dumaguete
        That's nice Boom, I will activate my receiver this week to because of vacations like swimming or going out of town, soon my receiver will be online too
        Kurt Gavino
        F-RPUN1
        Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines

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        • Boom's setup is tracking down to landing at Oramiz Airport and following aircraft to the terminal.


          Other tracking is to just east of Zamboanga and south to Cotobato.

          This may just be his temporary setup so possibly more to come.

          In other news, the Palawan receiver is tracking again and General Santos has three receivers F-RPMR1 and 2 in addition to F-RPMB1.

          John
          F-RPVD1
          Dumaguete

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          • Originally posted by paradiselost View Post
            Boom's setup is tracking down to landing at Oramiz Airport and following aircraft to the terminal.

            [ATTACH=CONFIG]7465[/ATTACH]

            Other tracking is to just east of Zamboanga and south to Cotobato.

            This may just be his temporary setup so possibly more to come.

            In other news, the Palawan receiver is tracking again and General Santos has three receivers F-RPMR1 and 2 in addition to F-RPMB1.

            John
            F-RPVD1
            Dumaguete
            Ohh so that's nice, soon my receiver will be online too not yet finish set up yet
            Kurt Gavino
            F-RPUN1
            Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines

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            • Originally posted by paradiselost View Post
              Boom's setup is tracking down to landing at Oramiz Airport and following aircraft to the terminal.

              [ATTACH=CONFIG]7465[/ATTACH]

              Other tracking is to just east of Zamboanga and south to Cotobato.

              This may just be his temporary setup so possibly more to come.

              In other news, the Palawan receiver is tracking again and General Santos has three receivers F-RPMR1 and 2 in addition to F-RPMB1.

              John
              F-RPVD1
              Dumaguete
              This is really weird.. I haven't raised my Antenna yet. lol

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              • Cool! Tracking as far as east of cag de oro..


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                • Busy day PH..


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                  • Hi guys,
                    I'm new in Philippines.
                    I've just started feeding with new receiver at near from north west side of NAIA.
                    I can't promise to feed the data eternally, however I want to be family of you guys in here.

                    Thanks and regards,
                    John-h
                    T-RPLL16


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                    • Originally posted by John-h View Post
                      Hi guys,
                      I'm new in Philippines.
                      I've just started feeding with new receiver at near from north west side of NAIA.
                      I can't promise to feed the data eternally, however I want to be family of you guys in here.

                      Thanks and regards,
                      John-h
                      T-RPLL16


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                      Ohh That's nice, Welcome to the family John-h
                      Kurt Gavino
                      F-RPUN1
                      Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines

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                      • Originally posted by John-h View Post
                        Hi guys,
                        I'm new in Philippines.
                        I've just started feeding with new receiver at near from north west side of NAIA.
                        I can't promise to feed the data eternally, however I want to be family of you guys in here.

                        Thanks and regards,
                        John-h
                        T-RPLL16
                        John-h glad you got setup, I have a filter setup on my main FR24 map to show your trackings. So far looks like you fill in on the ground aircraft in front of NAIA Terminal 3. You're probably noticing more planes you are tracking on your app but that is because FR24 just uses T- designated receiver's data to fill in when no other F- receiver is tracking the same aircraft.

                        You are filling the shoes of F-RPLL1 which was on a hi-rise looking down on the same area before it went missing.

                        What kind of receiver are you using? A dongle with a magnet mount antenna maybe?

                        We are looking forward to your long term participation.

                        John
                        F-RPVD1
                        Dumaguete

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                        • Originally posted by paradiselost View Post

                          What kind of receiver are you using? A dongle with a magnet mount antenna maybe?
                          Hi All,
                          Appreciate your kind welcome messages.

                          Yes John,
                          I'm using RasPi, DVB-T dongle and magnet antenna which come with dongle now. I brought these from Japan since I could not buy items in around Metro Manila..

                          as you said, I could received signals on the ground of NAIA even poor equipment, however i'm not satisfying.
                          therefore now planning to bring another small sized co-linear from Japan but it will be June. I need small antenna since i have receiver in my office

                          Anyway, thanks again and my best regards to all of you.

                          John-h

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                          • Originally posted by John-h View Post
                            Hi All,
                            Appreciate your kind welcome messages.

                            Yes John,
                            I'm using RasPi, DVB-T dongle and magnet antenna which come with dongle now. I brought these from Japan since I could not buy items in around Metro Manila..

                            as you said, I could received signals on the ground of NAIA even poor equipment, however i'm not satisfying.
                            therefore now planning to bring another small sized co-linear from Japan but it will be June. I need small antenna since i have receiver in my office

                            Anyway, thanks again and my best regards to all of you.

                            John-h
                            Hello John-h can you post your setup of your RasP DVT-B dongle (T-RPLL16)? Thank you regards
                            Kurt Gavino
                            F-RPUN1
                            Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines

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                            • Originally posted by John-h View Post
                              Hi All,
                              Appreciate your kind welcome messages.

                              Yes John,
                              I'm using RasPi, DVB-T dongle and magnet antenna which come with dongle now. I brought these from Japan since I could not buy items in around Metro Manila..

                              as you said, I could received signals on the ground of NAIA even poor equipment, however i'm not satisfying.
                              therefore now planning to bring another small sized co-linear from Japan but it will be June. I need small antenna since i have receiver in my office

                              Anyway, thanks again and my best regards to all of you.

                              John-h
                              John-h back several years ago when I was tracking for FR24 with dongles I used usb extension cables to increase the distance between the computer and the dongle/simple antenna. This allowed tracking at my location almost as good as with a co-linear antenna of about 150 miles. Just imagine what you could accomplish if you could get your dongle and antenna outside.

                              I mounted the dongle in a 1 or 1 1/2 liter upside down plastic bottle with the bottom removed with the antenna taped to a bit of bamboo that supported the whole thing. Dongles in my case didn't work using longer than 10 meters of usb extension cables.

                              Ten meter usb extension cables are available in Manila. Below is one such ad, give them a call if you are interested.


                              John
                              F-RPVD1
                              Dumaguete
                              Last edited by paradiselost; 2016-04-30, 03:14. Reason: added present coverage pic

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                              • Originally posted by kurtgavino15 View Post
                                Hello John-h can you post your setup of your RasP DVT-B dongle (T-RPLL16)? Thank you regards
                                Hi kurtgavino15,
                                What kind of information do you want?
                                I'm just connect RasPi2, dongle, and antenna, then type command described in "Instructions" provided with FR24 site below.

                                The world’s most popular flight tracker. Track planes in real-time on our flight tracker map and get up-to-date flight status & airport information.


                                No more settings are necessary except of above

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