RAK10730 WisMesh Pad Datasheet

Product Overview

The RAK10730 WisMesh Pad is a portable field terminal designed for Sensor Hub monitoring and deployment planning in Meshtastic-based applications.

It provides a local touchscreen interface for discovering and monitoring Sensor Hubs, viewing telemetry and alerts, and accessing Meshtastic messages, maps, nodes, and device settings. Before deployment, you can also evaluate local radio conditions with Spectrum Scan and plan node placement with Site Planner.

By combining sensor monitoring and pre-deployment tools in one portable device, WisMesh Pad helps you simplify field deployment, reduce repeated on-site adjustments, and gain clearer visibility into Sensor Hub data and deployment conditions.

Key Features

Raspberry Pi CM4 platform with a 7-inch, 1024 × 600 touchscreen.
Sensor Hub monitoring with discovery, telemetry, history, and alerts.
Spectrum Scan with RSSI analysis, channel scoring, and scan history.
Site Planner for coverage simulation and node placement.
20000 mAh (3.7 V) rechargeable battery with external power support.
Built-in GPS, WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet, and USB.
External LoRa® antenna for Meshtastic communication.
Supports 863–870 MHz and 902–928 MHz frequency bands.

Specifications

Interfaces

Figure 1: WisMesh Pad Physical Interface

Interface	Description
Power Button	Switches battery power on or off. USB Type-C external power is not controlled by this switch.
Battery Charge Indicator	Indicates battery charging status.
DC Power Input	Supports 5 V/3 A power input. Provides power to charge the battery.
LoRa Antenna Connector	LoRa Antenna Connector: SMA connector for connecting the LoRa antenna, supporting LoRa communication for Meshtastic networking.
Ethernet Port (ETH)	10/100/1000M Ethernet RJ45 port, used wired network connection for CM4
USB 1	USB Type-A port for connecting external USB devices ,such as USB flash drives or Keyboard
MicroSD Card Slot	Slot for inserting a MicroSD card that contains the device's firmware. This card is essential for the device's operation and must not be removed during normal use.
USB 2	USB Type-C external power input (5 V, ≥2 A recommended) for powering the device. Does not charge the battery.

Main Display

WisMesh Pad integrates a 7-inch touchscreen display for local configuration, monitoring, and Meshtastic network management.

Item	Specification
Display Size	7-inch
Resolution	1024 × 600
Input	Capacitive touchscreen

Connect to Meshtastic device

WisMesh Pad supports connecting to Meshtastic devices through the HTTP interface. You can add and manage multiple device connections. Saved connections are stored locally in the browser for quick access.

NOTE

Bluetooth and Serial connections are not currently supported.

Figure 1: Mechanical dimensions

Function	Description
Add Connection	Creates a new Meshtastic device connection using HTTP, Bluetooth, or Serial.
Connect Device	Opens the selected connection and establishes communication with the Meshtastic device.
Language	Changes the interface language.
Delete	Deletes a saved connection
Set as Default	Sets a frequently used connection as the default device.

Mode Selection

WisMesh Pad provides two operation modes for different deployment scenarios:

WisMesh Station Used after connecting to a Meshtastic device for monitoring and network management.
Check Your Deployment Used before installation for radio environment evaluation and deployment planning.

Figure 1: Mechanical dimensions

Mode	Description
WisMesh Station	Monitor Sensor Hub data and access Meshtastic functions, including Messages, Map, Nodes, and Settings.
Check Your Deployment	Evaluate radio conditions with Spectrum Scan and plan node placement with Site Planner before deployment.
Meshtastic Service	Monitor Meshtastic service status and check whether the service is running or stopped.
Storage Cleanup	Review storage usage and remove Sensor Hub history and Scan history.

RF Characteristics

Meshtastic Operating Frequencies

The WisMesh Pad supports multiple regional frequency bands for Meshtastic communication. When purchasing this device, select the correct frequency variant according to your region.

Frequency Variant	Supported Frequency Range
8xx MHz version	863 – 870 MHz
9xx MHz version	902 – 928 MHz

Antenna

Antenna Type	Frequency Range	Antenna Gain	LNA Gain	Efficiency
GPS Antenna	1575.42 – 1602 MHz	0.6 dBi	22 dB	42%
WiFi Antenna	2400 – 2500 MHz	3.12 dBi	—	79.95%

Electrical Characteristics

Power Supply

Item	Specification
DC Power Input	5 V / 3 A (for normal and fast battery charging)
USB 2 (Type-C)	5 V / 2 A (provides power to the device but does not charge the battery)
Power Usage Recommendation	- For indoor configuration or static use, you can turn off the battery and power the device directly via USB Port 2. - Use the built-in battery when external power is not accessible (outdoor/mobile).

Power Consumption

Item	Specification
Maximum Power Consumption	7.3 W (continuous LoRa TX + GPS acquisition mode)
Power Consumption After Shutdown	Battery standby current: ~0.6 mA
Long-term Storage Time	Up to 3 years powered off after a full charge

Battery & Charging

Item	Specification
Battery Capacity	Built-in 20,000 mAh @ 3.7 V rechargeable lithium battery
Battery Runtime	Operates for over 11 hours on a full charge
Charging Time	~10 hours from low battery to full charge (using recommended power adapter)
Charging Recommendation	For battery charging, always use the DC 5 V / 3 A input.