📡 How Does It Work?
Our team has installed radio infrastructure on hilltops in Trabuco Canyon to provide initial coverage for residents. All you need is a small $50 mesh radio paired via Bluetooth to your existing cell phone.
Mesh Network
Radio nodes create a network where messages hop from device to device, bypassing obstacles.
Simple Setup
Download the app on your phone and pair it to your device.
Off-Grid Messaging
Text your community without internet, power, or cell service.
⚡ How Messages Travel
Your device will connect to carefully placed repeaters in Trabuco Canyon, CA. and beyond to repeat your signal to others users in the area. You can choose in MeshCore to force route LoraWan packets through specific repeaters (for example your own repeater at your home) for maximum coverage.
⚙️ Quick Start
1. Get a Device
Check out the T1000-E for a device the size of a credit card or the WisMesh with a small screen.
2. Flash your device
Flash your device with the latest version of Meshcore. Too complicated? Join our discord and we'll help you out online or in-person.
3. Download the App
Download the app on your phone to connect with your device.
4. Connect Your Phone
Open the Meshcore app, click connect, and pair with your device. Default pin is 123456
5. Join ICMESH
Click on gear. Input your name. Use the following settings: Frequency: 927.875 Bandwidth: 62.5 Spread Factor: 9 Coding Rate: 5
6. Send A Message
From the home screen click channels at the bottom, click public, type a test message, and click the send button.
SenseCap Tracker T1000-E for $50
📍 Coverage Map
Current & Future Infrastructure Nodes in Trabuco Canyon, CA
🤝 We Need Your Help!
You
Grab a device, join the network, and team up with us! Are you technical? Help us get neighbors configured.
Community Leaders
Rally support and help us raise $1,000 for more hilltop radios in Trabuco Canyon and special nodes to link our distant canyon folk.
Nerds & Hardware Hackers
Assist in setting up the network, placing initial nodes, managing servers, and coding cool stuff to make this all work.
✅ Current Progress
Hilltop Nodes Live
Several solar power nodes have been installed providing initial coverage with excellent coverage in our initial testing
Successful Testing
Successful testing between Hamilton, Cooks, and even Coto De Caza 📶.
Admin Tools
Code for geeks to build out Maps 🗺️, Interface with devices, and build Dashboards 🌐.
📡✨ Communications Compared
| PACE Level | Method | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
Primary | 📱 Cell Phone / Internet | ✅ High reliability and speed | ❌ Dependent on towers and infrastructure |
Alternate | 📶 ICMESH | ✅ No infrastructure needed, encrypted | ❌ Limited range, requires local nodes |
Contingency | 🎙️ GMRS | ✅ Easy to use, better range than FRS | ❌ Requires GMRS license, non-encrypted |
Emergency | 📻 Ham Radio | ✅ Global range, robust in emergencies | ❌ License needed, complex equipment |
Emergency | 🛰️ Satellite | ✅ Global coverage, reliable in remote areas | ❌ Expensive, limited message capacity |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
📜 ICMESH Community Guidelines
To ensure a positive and respectful environment for all users, the following guidelines apply to messaging over ICMESH:
No Politics or Religion
Keep conversations neutral and avoid topics related to politics or religion to maintain harmony.
No Foul Language
Use respectful language at all times. Offensive or inappropriate language is strictly prohibited.
No SHAT
Content related to Sex, Hate, Alcohol, or Tobacco/Drugs is not allowed. Keep messages clean and safe for everyone.
All-Age Appropriate
All messages should be suitable for audiences of all ages. Think family-friendly in all communications.
No Commercial Sales or Spam
Messages promoting commercial sales, advertisements, or spam are not permitted. Let's keep the network free of unwanted promotions.
Legal Placement of Nodes
Always place nodes in areas with federal, state, city, government, and property owner permission. Avoid "rogue" installations to maintain integrity.
We look forward to seeing you on ICMESH!