BlueBoat BaseStation

$550.00

The BaseStation is a wifi radio access point for the BlueBoat with a 2.4 Ghz Mikrotik radio, internal battery and charge management, and USB-C connectivity. You can connect directly over USB-C or connect your device to the access point to connect with your BlueBoat.

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SKU: BR-101669
HS Code: 8517.62.0090

Product Description

The BlueBoat connects with the BaseStation over a 2.4 Ghz wifi radio to provide a connection to your laptop or device. It comes ready to use, with a Mikrotik radio, internal battery, and USB-C connectivity.

The internal radio is set up as an access point, so it broadcasts a wifi network that the BlueBoat and your own device can connect to. That makes it easy to use your boat wirelessly from a tablet or laptop, but you can also make a hardwired connection via the USB-C port.

By default, the BaseStation comes with an omni-directional whip antenna, providing up to 250 m range. If you need more range, it’s compatible with directional antennas that provide a more focused signal towards the BlueBoat. You can connect an antenna to the N-type bulkhead on the box.

A control pad shows the charge state of the battery and allows you to turn the box on and off and control charging.

Product Description

The BlueBoat connects with the BaseStation over a 2.4 Ghz wifi radio to provide a connection to your laptop or device. It comes ready to use, with a Mikrotik radio, internal battery, and USB-C connectivity.

The internal radio is set up as an access point, so it broadcasts a wifi network that the BlueBoat and your own device can connect to. That makes it easy to use your boat wirelessly from a tablet or laptop, but you can also make a hardwired connection via the USB-C port.

By default, the BaseStation comes with an omni-directional whip antenna, providing up to 250 m range. If you need more range, it’s compatible with directional antennas that provide a more focused signal towards the BlueBoat. You can connect an antenna to the N-type bulkhead on the box.

A control pad shows the charge state of the battery and allows you to turn the box on and off and control charging.

  • 1 x BaseStation
  • 1 x USB-C cable, 2m
  • 1 x Antenna, 2.4Ghz 7dBi omni

Specifications

ParameterValue
Physical
Length x Width x Height (No Antenna)190 x 135 x 84 mm7.5 x 5.3 x 3.3 in
Weight660 g1.5 lbs
IP RatingIP67
Tripod Mounting1/4" and 3/8" Threaded inserts
Other Mounting Points4x M6×1 Threaded inserts
Materials30% Glass filled polycarbonate box
Silicone bumpers
Silicone gasket
SS316 threaded inserts
Communications
Wireless Communications Protocol802.11a/b/g/n (2412 - 2462MHz)
Wireless RouterMikroTik RBGrooveA-52HPn
Default Wireless ConfigurationAccess Point Mode (AP)
Default SSID"BaseStation - 2.4Ghz"
Default Password"BaseStation"
BaseStation Router Default IP Address192.168.2.3
BlueBoat Router Default IP Address192.168.2.4
Included Antenna7dBi 2.4Ghz Omnidirectional, N-type male connector
Wireless Range for Telemetry and Control (w/ included antennas) ¹up to 250 mup to 0.135 NM
Wireless Range for Telemetry and Control(w/ directional antennas, not included) ¹>1 km>0.54 NM
Connection to Computer2.4Ghz Wi-Fi or USB-C
Electrical
Internal Battery3x 18650 Lithium-Ion Cells (1S3P)
Internal Battery Capacity36Wh
Typical Runtime6–8 hrs²
Max Charging Rate9W (5V/1.8A)
Charging Time4 hrs
¹ Dependent on operating conditions. Weather, sea state, BaseStation height, wireless interference and noise will affect wireless range.
² Indefinite runtime when powered through USB-C Cable. Charging through USB-C connection can be toggled from button panel.

2D Drawings

Drawing

3D Models

BASESTATION_BR-101669 (.zip)

Revision History

9 July 2024

  • Default wireless settings updated

27 March 2024

  • BR-101669 RevB - Initial release
  • USB-C bulkhead now reversible
  • USB-C 90 degree cable changed to 90 degree to straight cable
  • Increased hardness of silicone bumpers
  • Corrected maximum charge rate and charge time in technical details

31 October 2023

  • BR-101669 - Initial release

Quick Start

1. Connect the antenna to the BaseStation before powering on the BaseStation. Never power on the BaseStation without an antenna connected as this can damage the router inside.

2. Use the buttons on the control pad to power on and charge the BaseStation. Press the power button (A) to turn the BaseStation on and off. Press the charge (B) button to toggle charging on and off. Press the charge status button (C) to show the internal battery charge status.

BB120-OPERATORS-basestation-buttons

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