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WisMesh Pocket Mini Quick Start Guide

WisMesh Pocket Mini is a go-to device for ready-to-use and long-lasting connectivity. Ideal for users seeking a hassle-free Meshtastic node.

This guide covers the basics for the RAKwireless Meshtastic devices that are not covered by the Meshtastic documentation.

For detailed instructions how to configure the devices for the Meshtastic network, follow the Meshtastic Getting Started guide.

NOTE

To be sure to run the latest version of the Meshtastic firmware, we advice you to download the latest Meshtastic firmware and upload it to your RAKwireless device to make it compatible with the Meshtastic network.

For Firmware 1.3 and 2.0 (from November 1, 2022), the WisBlock Base board is autodetected. There's a special firmware if you have the RAK14000 WisBlock E-Ink Display connected. All other use cases are covered in the stock firmware.

  • All the base boards with RAK4631 - firmware-rak4631-w.x.yy.zzzzzzz.uf2
  • RAK4631 with RAK14000 - firmware-rak4631_eink-w.x.yy.zzzzzzz.uf2

Prerequisite​

Before going through each and every step on using WisMesh Pocket Mini, make sure to prepare the necessary items listed below:

Hardware​

Software​

The WisBlock Core module of the WisMesh Pocket Mini comes pre-flashed with the Meshtastic firmware.

However to connect the device to the Meshtastic network you will have to configure it. Listed below are several applications for the configuration:

NOTE

Make sure that you have installed one of these applications, as they are required for the configuration of the Meshtastic network.

Product Configuration​

Hardware Setup​

The WisMesh Pocket Mini comes fully assembled with an internal battery and a battery disconnect switch. However, it is recommended to fully recharge the battery before using the device on. It supports Li-Ion batteries and 5 V (e.g. from solar panel) supply.

NOTE

The battery can only be charged with the ON/OFF switch in ON position!

Figure 671: WisMesh Pocket Mini USB
Figure 672: WisMesh Pocket Mini Switch

WisMesh Pocket Mini also includes two WisBlock Sensor Slots.

The WisMesh Pocket Mini is based on the WisBlock RAK19003 Base Board, which is the smallest Base Board version. Technical details of the WisBlock RAK19003 Base Board can be found in the WisBlock RAK19003 Base Board documentation.

Battery Connector and Solar Panel (5 V) Connector​

The WisMesh Pocket Mini has an internal connector for a Li-Ion battery. Double-check the battery cable polarity when replacing. The matching connector for the battery wires is a JST PHR-2 2 mm pitch female.

WisMesh Pocket Mini also has an internal connector for 5 V supply or solar panel connection. When using this connector, double-check the polarity of the supply cable.

The matching connector for the solar panel wires is an JST ZHR-2 1.5 mm pitch female.

Figure 673: WisMesh Pocket Mini Battery
Figure 674: WisMesh Pocket Mini Solar Panel

Recharge the Battery​

To recharge the device, plug a USB-C cable into the device and connected it to a 5 V/2 A USB wall charger. Recharging the battery via a USB port on your computer is not recommended due to the potential low current output.

Antenna​

The BLE antenna and GNSS antenna are both inside the enclosure and have already been connected.

Assembling and Disassembling of WisMesh Pocket Mini​

If you want to add more WisBlock modules, simply open the device and plug the modules into their sensor slots.

Software Setup​

To ensure you are running the latest version of the Meshtastic firmware, it is advised that the latest Meshtastic firmware be downloaded and uploaded to your RAKwireless device to make it compatible with the Meshtastic network.

For Firmware 1.3 and 2.0 (from November 1, 2022), the WisBlock Base board is autodetected. There's a special firmware if you have the RAK14000 WisBlock E-Ink Display connected. All other use cases are covered in the stock firmware.

  • All the base boards with RAK4631 - firmware-rak4631-w.x.yy.zzzzzzz.uf2
  • RAK4631 with RAK14000 - firmware-rak4631_eink-w.x.yy.zzzzzzz.uf2
Flashing the WisMesh Pocket Mini firmware:

The WisMesh Pocket Mini comes pre-flashed with the Meshtastic firmware. If problems occur, update the Meshtastic firmware to the latest version.

To set up the WisMesh Pocket Mini for the Meshtastic network, follow the configuration guide in the Meshtastic documentation.