Station G2 Build Ideas

Here are some examples of Station G2 builds that I have done. This is not meant to be a step-by-step, but as guide for you to build up your own Station G2 node. All links are examples of products that I used. The links may have changed to a different part, so do your own due diligence when choosing and ordering parts.

You may also find some G2 User Tips here.

Station G2 Power to Anderson Power Poles.

USB-C can power the Station G2, however, it requires 15V PD which not all power banks support. It is more straightforward to use the 5 pin power connector which can support 9V DC up to 19V DC. Most amateur radio operators already have 12V batteries and/or power supplies which makes it very convenient to use with the Station G2. PXL_20240721_163221596 MP

JST 1.5mm 5 pin connector: https://www.amazon.com/BOJOUL-JST-ZH-1-5mm-Pin/dp/B0CF1MC6Q4/ref=sr_1_2?
Connector Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/mR7AXKXnUBgouUpW8

Portable G2 Carry

I used an old HT chest rig along with a VEEKTOMX Mini Power Bank 10000mAh. PXL_20240910_172052668

Portable G2 Carry Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/gzx1DJxyYjBDb8AA6
VEEKTOMX Mini Power Bank 10000mAh https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09BBCPC3X
Radio HT Chest harness https://www.amazon.com/abcGoodefg-Multi-Function-Holster-Kenwood-Motorola/dp/B00V4HKI1E/ref=sr_1_22_sspa?th=1
Short USB-C cable https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D22Q8CYK/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_1?smid=A3TUR5JBYCEPNE&th=1

Station G2 Mobile Node

I used an old MFJ 2m/70cm window antenna mount to make a Station G2 mobile mount. Note that MFJ has gone out of business, so it may be hard to find this part. I've listed some alternatives below. PXL_20240622_031336687~2

Mobile Station G2 Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/UX4U6xY2twb3Qm2q8
Alternative to MFJ: https://www.amazon.com/TW-MB-WCMS-Handheld-Accessories-Connector-TW-MB-WCM/dp/B0BRPL2TM9/ref=asc_df_B0BRPL2TM9/?
3d Printed version: https://travisedson.com/shop/product/mister-window-mount/
N connector to SMA: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C58PRM19/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A378ACCYPTQDRF&th=1
Mobile antenna: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09N2H166D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?)

Station G2 Base Node

For a stationary base station, I used an IP65-rated enclosure and drilled holes for an N-type antenna mount on the top and a smaller hole for a 12V power cable on the bottom. I made sure to seal them with silicon for waterproofing. I ran a long enough 12V cable to a ground-mounted solar panel, charge controller, and small lipo battery, all contained in a watertight ammo can. TnHT

Base Station G2 Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/TKLHqxTauMLThpoh8
IP65 enclosure (paint white) 6.22 x 3.54 x 2.36 inch (158 x 90 x 60 mm): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B081LZSX9J/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A1IUFGNLCEAMOK&th=1
N connector to SMA: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C58PRM19/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A378ACCYPTQDRF&th=1
Solar Charge Controller: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F85CDM6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=AUW946A5A4ATI&psc=1
Solar Panel (spec your panel to match your charge controller voltage and current ratings): https://www.amazon.com/ECO-WORTHY-Monocrystalline-Waterproof-Charging-Applications/dp/B01IFJ73X4/ref=sr_1_5?
Battery (6Ah-12Ah depending on your solar condition): https://www.amazon.com/ERYY-LiFePO4-Battery-Upgraded-Phosphate/dp/B0CT8H2F8L/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?
All in one - Solar panel, charge controller, battery: https://www.amazon.com/ECO-WORTHY-Watts-Solar-Panel-Connector/dp/B0BBQH4MBB

BASE STATION ANTENNAS

To get optimum use of the Station G2, a high gain, colinear antenna is most suitable for base station use. Depending on your terrain and topography, the gain and beamwidth of the antenna should be carefully considered. Non-Line of Sight may require higher gain to get through trees and vegetation. Access to or at high-level sites and/or hilly terrain may require lower gain antennas with more vertical beamwidth. I've included antenna beamwidth vertical coverage with the antennas listed below to help with your selection.

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