Runs Reticulum over HF radio using FreeDV data modes.
- Flash to SD card using Raspberry Pi Imager
- Insert SD card, connect radio via Digirig, power on
- Connect to WiFi: ReticulumHF (password:
reticulumhf) - Open http://192.168.4.1 in browser
- Complete 6-step setup wizard
- Connect Sideband to
192.168.4.1:4242
- Select Radio - Choose from supported radios (tested radios marked)
- Radio Settings - Configure your radio with the displayed menu values
- Hardware Detection - Automatically detects Digirig, serial port, audio device
- Test Connection - Verify CAT and PTT (or check "Using VOX mode" for audio-only)
- Network Security - Optional IFAC encryption for the gateway
- Start Gateway - Launches services and redirects to status page
IMPORTANT: All stations must use the same FreeDV mode to communicate. Coordinate with other operators before changing modes.
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| WiFi SSID | ReticulumHF |
| WiFi Password | reticulumhf |
| Gateway IP | 192.168.4.1 |
| Web Portal | http://192.168.4.1 |
| RNS Gateway Port | 4242 (all clients) |
| SSH | pi / reticulumhf |
All clients connect using TCP Client Interface on port 4242.
Sideband / Columba: Settings → Connectivity → Add Interface → TCP Client
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Interface Type | TCP Client Interface |
| Address | 192.168.4.1 |
| Port | 4242 |
MeshChat: Settings → Interfaces → Add → TCP Client Interface
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Interface Type | TCP Client Interface |
| Target Host | 192.168.4.1 |
| Target Port | 4242 |
Note: If IFAC is configured on the gateway, clients must use matching IFAC Name and Passphrase.
- Raspberry Pi OS Bookworm Lite (64-bit)
- RNS (Reticulum Network Stack)
- freedvtnc2 (FreeDV modem)
- codec2 (built from source)
- Hamlib rigctld (CAT/PTT control)
- Web portal with setup wizard and status dashboard