SenseCAP Solar Node P1 – Outdoor Meshtastic LoRa Repeater

Note: This cost-effective version does not include the XIAO L76K GPS module or 18650 batteries. Users can purchase and install them independently. For a version with GPS and batteries included, choose the SenseCAP Solar Node P1-Pro.

Key Features

• 5W Integrated Solar Panel – Ideal for long-term outdoor use.
• Pre-installed Meshtastic Firmware – Seamless integration with Meshtastic networks.
• Supports Plug-and-Play Grove Sensors – Compatible with temperature, humidity, and light sensors.
• LoRa Long-Range Transmission – Up to 8–9 KM in open areas.
• Expandable Mesh Network – Functions as a node or repeater for Meshtastic.

Optional Accessories

• Button-top 18650 Batteries – Required for battery installation (not included).
• 3dBi Fiberglass Antenna (860–930MHz) – Recommended for higher-gain signal.
• Standard RF Cable – Easy plug-and-play setup with mounting bracket.

Specifications

• Main Controller: XIAO nRF52840 Plus (ARM Cortex-M4, 64MHz, 256KB RAM, 1MB Flash, 2MB onboard Flash)
• LoRa Module: Wio SX1262 (Semtech SX1262, 22dBm @862–930MHz)
• GPS Module: Not included; supports XIAO L76K (GPS/GLONASS/Galileo)
• Bluetooth: 5.0
• Antenna: 2dBi Rubber Rod (868–915MHz)
• Power Input: 5V via USB-C
• Battery Support: User-installed Button-top 18650 batteries
• Solar Panel: 5W Integrated
• Interface: Grove x1 (I2C/GPIO), USB-C for debugging
• Buttons: Power / Reset / User-defined
• LED Indicators: Charging, Charged, Sunlight, Mesh Heartbeat, User-defined
• Dimensions: 191.2 x 201.2 x 42.1 mm

Applications

• Outdoor Adventures: Real-time GPS and messaging without mobile signal.
• Mesh Networking: Extend Meshtastic coverage with relay nodes.
• Education: Learn about LoRa networks and open-source projects.
• Environmental Monitoring: Use Grove sensors for remote data collection.

Part List

Hardware Overview:

Diagram

Overall effect diagram

Accessories diagram

①	2dbi, 868~915MHz rubber rod antenna
②	Universal joint bracket, angle adjustable.
③	Bracket connector, can support the antenna
④	RF Cable; RP-SMA Male to RF-SMA Female; 300mm
⑤	Hoop bracket	Diameter: 70-100mm
⑥	Hoop ring

⑦	Power switch
⑧	Reset
⑨	User-defined
⑩	Red light on: Charging
⑪	Green light on: Charged
⑫	Yellow light on: Device is exposed to light.
⑬	Blue light: Mesh heartbeat
⑭	White light: User-defined
⑮	Type-C: 5V 1A

Application

• Outdoor Adventure: Send real-time location and text messages in areas without network coverage.
• Mesh Network Expansion: Serve as a Mesh relay node to expand the coverage of the existing Meshtastic network. Support multi-hop transmission, where data can be relayed through multiple nodes, enhancing network reliability.
• Educational Experiments: Learn about the development of Meshtastic and LoRa decentralized networks.
• Environmental Monitoring: Provide a Grove interface to connect sensors for remote monitoring of the environment (such as temperature, humidity, air quality, etc.).

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