WebTop USB
WebTop USB is a Wi-Fi Wireless Access Point add-on device, which can be used in combination with certain SoftRF Editions, such as:
The WebTop USB provides a Web interface and data transport to:
- monitor status of connected SoftRF device , and
- change settings , and
- deliver own position and air traffic data from the SoftRF device to a smartphone/tablet by UDP over Wi-Fi.
The WebTop USB is based upon third-party's hardware - LilyGO® T-Dongle product, which is available for purchase at more or less reasonable price.
This Espressif ESP32-S2 SoC based device contains a Type-A connector that can operate in USB-OTG mode:
There is a option to use the T-Dongle with a small GNSS module to feed it's NMEA data into USB port of connected SoftRF device.
This is how it looks in combination with SoftRF ES Edition:
There is no support for:
- a USB hub device
- 'Hot Plug' operation
The firmware for SoftRF WebTop USB is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Author of the firmware:
- will reject any hardware related claims associated with LilyGO® T-Dongle board. Ask for support from seller or manufacturer ;
- reserves the right to suspend or terminate support of LilyGO® T-Dongle in the firmware at any time.
If you have issues with bringing up your new LilyGO® T-Dongle or just not happy with the board - be prepared to execute your Purchase Protection plan.
| Number | Part | Qty | Picture | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LilyGO® T-Dongle | 1 |  |
AliExpress |
| Number | Part | Qty | Picture | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LilyGO® 4 pin cable | 1 |  |
AliExpress |
| 2 | 'noname' NEO-6M GPS module | 1 |  |
AliExpress |
Use these instructions to start operating with your delivered T-Dongle board.
