WiFi
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Skynode Enterprise
Antenna WIFI (white)
Cable WIFI ANTENNA EXTENSION
Skynode supports two Wifi modes:
Access Point Mode (default): Skynode creates a WiFi access point ("hotspot") that a ground station can connect to for WiFi telemetry. The default SSID is: skynode-<serialnumber>.
Station Mode: Skynode automatically connects to an existing local WiFi network using supplied credentials. If this WiFi also provides internet access, Skynode will connect to the Auterion Suite). The WPA2-PSK encryption standard and a minimum password length of 8 characters are required.
WiFi mode is configured through Auterion Mission Control (AMC) under the tab Vehicle Setup > WiFi.
The WiFi settings in AMC are
Enable WiFi (checkbox): Select to enable.
Status: Green (Connected) | Red (Disconnected)
WiFi Mode: Access Point | Station Mode.
SSID: skynode-<serialnumber> (default)
Password: 1234567890 (default)
Skynode Enterprise
WiFi antenna, which should already be attached
Skynode
10.41.0.1
255.255.255.0
Ground Control Station
10.41.0.X
255.255.255.0
Make sure Skynode is powered and disconnect the USB-C cable if it is connected
Open Auterion Mission Control in Fly View. This will initially display "Waiting for a vehicle"
Open the computer's WiFi settings and connect to Skynode:
Default SSID: skynode-<serialnumber>
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Default Password: 1234567890
Auterion Mission Control will connect to Skynode and display it as Vehicle 1 in the top bar
Attach the WiFi antenna (white) to the Skynode Wifi antenna port using the cable WIFI ANTENNA EXTENSION, as shown. Note: The antenna connectors are tight due to their locking mechanism and need to be pressed into the socket. There is an audible click when the connector is inserted.
Skynode's Wifi access point provides an alternative mechanism for creating a connection between Skynode and Auterion Mission Control in addition to the and USB-C.
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