Description
The ComputerClubsCamp2012 needed an internet connection. IPoP (IP over carrier Pigeon) and laser links were discussed, but practicality prevailed and [BOB] organised a couple of 3G dongles.
In brief, put power and ethernet up a 6m pole, connect to a router with USB dongle and plug that in to a 11dB directional Yagi antenna. What could go wrong.
List of people involved
[BOB] provided the router and 3G USB dongle(s).
[DTK] built the enclosure and mast.
[MRD], [SLX], [EDO] and [*OX] helped on build night.
Project plan
We need:
An antenna. Yagi 11dB directional antenna
A mast to elevate the antenna. Segmented ~6m mast of 45mm dowel
OpenWRT router - DLink
USB 3G dongle
Weatherproof enclosure mounted on mast
Tested on Cameron Hall
- Base for the mast to stop it from moving
- IPCam inside the enclosure to look out at the camp