Attach a VHF antenna to the top right RF port on the iGateMini.
Attach the included GPS antenna to the left RF port of the iGateMini.
The antenna connection are marked on the bottom of the PCB.
Do not transmit when no antenna is attached.
Attach the included USB-C cable to the iGateMini. Power with a 2-amp or greater USB charger or power bank.
Once power is applied, the iGateMini with go through it's startup process. The iGateMini will start in Access Point mode.
Using your mobile device or WiFi enabled computer, search for available WiFi networks. Find the Access Point with the name CSN_igate_XXXX (Where XXXX is the serial number of the iGateMIni).
Connect your mobile device to that access point. Some mobile devices will complain that this access point will not provide internet access. This is normal and you should allow the connection if prompted.
Using your mobile device's web browser, navigate to the IP address displayed on the LCD screen. For example: http://192.168.4.1
A page should open and prompt you with some basic questions to get you started quickly.
Enter just your callsign without the numeric SSID.
Choose an SSID. iGates usually have 10 as their SSID.
Answer the 3 questions how you want to operate your iGateMini. These can be changed later in the settings.
If you SKIP these questions you can set them in the iGateMini settings page later.
Press SAVE to proceed.
Choose the Access Point from the drop-down choices.
Enter your WiFi password.
Press Connect
Watch the LCD on the iGateMini - is will attempt to connect to the specified WiFi netwwork. If successful, it will be assigned an IP address other than 192.168.4.1
If you SKIP these questions your iGateMini will not join a network and will continue to be an access point.
Press SAVE to proceed.
CSN Technologies Inc. provides a 3 Month LIMITED WARRANTY against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship to the original purchaser of a new S.A.T. purchased from CSN Technologies Inc directly or from an authorized dealer. The warranty begins on the date of purchase by the customer.