CA2RXU LoRa APRS Tracker Firmware x 9M2PJU-4 APRS Bot

Exciting New Features for Enhanced APRS Tracking

We are thrilled to introduce groundbreaking updates in the CA2RXU LoRa APRS Tracker firmware, made even more powerful through its integration with the 9M2PJU-4 APRS Bot! These new features aim to improve emergency response, communication efficiency, and accessibility for amateur radio operators worldwide.

🔥 What’s New in the Latest Firmware Update?

The latest firmware brings two incredible features that enhance the usability of the CA2RXU LoRa APRS Tracker:

✅ Find Important Locations Nearby – Whether you’re on an adventure or in an emergency situation, you can now quickly locate the nearest hospital, police station, or fire station based on your current APRS position. This feature is crucial for emergency preparedness and quick response, helping amateur radio operators and emergency teams navigate with confidence.

✅ Send Location via Email – Need to share your exact position with a family member, friend, or emergency contact? A new menu option allows you to send your APRS location via email to any address, ensuring others know where you are when it matters most. This feature enhances safety, coordination, and communication, making it easier to keep your loved ones informed.

These updates make the CA2RXU LoRa APRS Tracker even more powerful for emergency response, adventure tracking, and personal safety. By integrating seamlessly with the 9M2PJU-4 APRS Bot, this firmware unlocks new possibilities for real-time location sharing, APRS messaging, and automation in amateur radio applications.

📥 Get the Latest Firmware Release

To take advantage of these exciting new features, be sure to update your firmware! You can download the latest version from the official repository at:

GitHub: github.com/richonguzman/LoRa_APRS_Tracker

Here is some video demonstration

🌟 Nominate the LoRa APRS Tracker for the ARS Award!

In light of these developments, I’d like to take this opportunity to invite you to join me in nominating the LoRa APRS Tracker project for the prestigious ARS Award and casting your vote to recognize its profound impact on the amateur radio community.

📡 Why Nominate the LoRa APRS Tracker?

The LoRa APRS Tracker, developed by Ricardo Richon Guzman (CA2RXU), has revolutionized APRS communication, enabling operators to send position reports, messages, and telemetry using low-power LoRa technology. This open-source project has made APRS more accessible and affordable, particularly for those in remote areas or operators looking for an alternative to traditional RF and internet-based APRS solutions.

Here’s why this project deserves recognition:

🚀 Game-Changing Technology – The LoRa APRS Tracker has redefined long-range, low-power APRS communication, making it an essential tool for amateur radio enthusiasts worldwide.

💡 Accessibility and Affordability – Unlike traditional APRS solutions that often require expensive hardware, this tracker offers a cost-effective and flexible alternative.

🌍 Empowering Remote Operators – In regions where traditional APRS networks are limited, this tracker allows operators to stay connected, track positions, and send messages with ease.

📡 Seamless Integration with the 9M2PJU-4 APRS Bot – The ability to query locations, send emails, and automate responses via APRS makes this tracker even more powerful.

By nominating the LoRa APRS Tracker, we can show appreciation for the dedication and hard work that went into developing and maintaining this remarkable project. If you believe this tracker has positively impacted the APRS and amateur radio community, please take a moment to submit a nomination and vote at:

ARS Award Nominations: arsaward.com/award-nominations.html

Let’s support and recognize this innovative project that has contributed significantly to the growth of LoRa-based APRS. Your vote can make a difference!

73,

9M2PJU