Maximizing LoRaWAN coverage with an indoor gateway - ThinkNode G1 setup and review

In this video, I’ll show you how I tested and set up the ThinkNode G1 indoor gateway to maximize my LoRaWAN coverage. If you’re into IoT or just looking to expand your network, this review will give you all the details you need to decide if this gateway is right for you.

I’ll start by unboxing the ThinkNode G1 and walking you through the setup process—it’s super straightforward! Then, I’ll build a device that will use the gateway to connect to The Things Network and I will go around to test out the coverage.

To maximize the coverage that I can provide, I'll mount the gateway in my attic.

Here’s what I cover:

First impressions of the ThinkNode G1 out of the box
Step-by-step setup guide for the gateway
Tips I learned for optimizing LoRaWAN coverage indoors
Real-world range tests and performance results
My honest thoughts on the pros and cons of the ThinkNode G1

You can check out the ThinkNode G1 gateway at:
https://shrsl.com/4upyi

Free LoRa Modules from Elecrow:
https://www.elecrow.com/blog/lora-mod...

The code I used for the testing device is available on my website:
https://www.tastethecode.com/thinknod...

Tools and materials for IoT and LoRa projects:
ThinkNode G1 Gateway - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oEN...
ESP32 Development Board - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oD7...
ESP32 SX1262 LoRa Development Board - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_okQ...
LILYGO® Meshtastic T-Beam ESP32 LoRa Development Board - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ol9...
Ra-01SCH LoRa Module - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_opi...
SX1276 LoRa Module - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDn...
Bench Power Supply - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_opD...
Multimeter - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_om9...
Soldering Station - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oF8...
Other Smart Devices - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oES...

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My recording gear:
Canon M50 Mark ii - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_msv...
GT10 Pro 5G Android Phone - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDn...
Dragon Touch 4K Action Camera - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mrc...
USB Condenser Microphone - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mq9...
Tripod - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Eyn...
Phone tripod mount - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDT...


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