433 MHz in the EU. Is there anybody out there (feddit.it)

submitted 2 months ago by eutampieri@feddit.it to c/meshtastic@mander.xyz

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Some time ago I bought a LilyGo module tuned at 433 MHz, but with the built in antenna I couldn't reach anyone. Is this to be expected? Can I put the module to some use?

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[-] LodeMike@lemmy.today 4 points 2 months ago

Check what channel your local area uses

[-] eutampieri@feddit.it 1 points 2 months ago

Thanks! Pretty much everyone uses EU_868 LongFast

[-] deafboy@lemmy.world 2 points 2 months ago

433 is not really popular here for the mesh networks. It's mostly dominated by weather stations, tire pressure sensors and gate remotes.

[-] eutampieri@feddit.it 1 points 2 months ago

Thanks!

[-] jamescroll@social.doomprepper.com 2 points 2 months ago

I know I'm late to the party, but did you ever find an answer for this question?

[-] eutampieri@feddit.it 2 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

No, you’re not! I’ve bought a second 433 node to find out if the problem was my node. Also, 433 MHz might work at higher frequencies

[-] eutampieri@feddit.it 2 points 2 months ago

Update: I bought another 433 MHz node and they work! Damn, this tech is so cool!

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