> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.wingbits.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.wingbits.com/byod/grandfathered-byod-diy-info/hardware-needed.md). # Hardware needed ### Hardware needed for building your own device (BYOD) {% hint style="danger" %} This information remains as reference for existing BYOD station owners looking for replacement hardware. No new BYOD stations can be onboarded and no more GeoSigners can be purchased as of Oct 14th, 2024. Please see the [approved hardware program](/project/wingbits-approved-hardware-program.md) page for a list of [currently available hardware](/get-started/hardware-needed.md) for use on the Wingbits network. {% endhint %} 1. **Computing Device:** * Raspberry Pi (3B or newer, including Zero 2 W) * Le Potato * Orange Pi * Most Helium hotspots (if they are based on a Raspberry Pi) 2. **ADS-B USB Receiver:** * FlightAware * RadarBox * ADS-B Exchange * Other SDR (Software-Defined Radio) dongles 3. **Antenna and Connectivity:** * 1090MHz Antenna * Cable to connect the antenna to the receiver (N-Type Male -> SMA Male) 4. [**Wingbits USB GeoSigner**](/byod/grandfathered-byod-diy-info/geosigner-faq.md) **(release date: Q4 2024):** * This cryptographically enhanced usb GPS device will be available only for the "build your own device" stations and will have to be purchased through the Wingbits project. This device will be plugged into an open USB port in addition to the existing ADS-B usb receiver. The GeoSigner can be purchased currently during station registration, until all units have been sold out. Note: *Until the device is released/shipped and the deadline is met to have it connected, stations can still participate and earn rewards without it.* 5. **Optional Components:** * Filter (reduces signal noise for clearer reception, if receiver doesn't include onboard) {% hint style="warning" %} If you do not wish to purchase the GeoSigner dongle, you should not create or onboard a "build your own device" station. Instead, a future "ready to run" device might be a better option. {% endhint %} Make sure each component is compatible with your setup to ensure efficient signal capturing. Some specific hardware suggestions with external purchase links can be found on the [Hardware suggestions](/byod/grandfathered-byod-diy-info/hardware-suggestions.md) page. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.wingbits.com/byod/grandfathered-byod-diy-info/hardware-needed.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.