diff --git a/First-steps.md b/First-steps.md index d95b889..70f22b7 100644 --- a/First-steps.md +++ b/First-steps.md @@ -1,22 +1,22 @@ # Identify your device -There are many different versions of the PortaPack. It is important that you identify the correct version as this can affect how you install the firmware and device initial start-up. It is recommended you read the description of versions [here](PortaPack-Versions). The H2 and H2+ versions are a slightly improved version, but the people making this copies never published the circuit diagrams or Code, hence breaking the license terms. +There are many different versions of the PortaPack. It is important that you identify the correct version as this can affect how you install the firmware and device initial start-up. It is recommended you read the description of versions [here](PortaPack-Versions). The H2 and H2+ versions are a slightly improved version, but the people making these copies never published the circuit diagrams or Code, hence breaking the license terms. -The main difference are the controls and the screen size along with the codec and processor chip. The H2 / H2+ has extra circuitry to manage the battery charging and powering on/off. In this document, there is a brief description about the details. Check a more technical comparison [here](Differences-Between-H1-and-H2-models). +The main difference are the controls and the screen size, along with the codec and processor chip. The H2 / H2+ has extra circuitry to manage the battery charging and powering on/off. In this document, there is a brief description about the details. Check a more technical comparison [here](Differences-Between-H1-and-H2-models). # Up to date information There is a Discord server ["HackRF PortaPack Mayhem"](https://discord.gg/tuwVMv3). This has all the current talk and information. # Power on/off -The original H1 powers instantly when you plug a power supply to the USB port. To turn it off, just unplug it. Similar to the issues with some USB cables while [upgrading the firmware](Update-firmware), the quality of your cable might affect the performance. +The original H1 powers instantly when you plug a power supply into the USB port. To turn it off, just unplug it. Similar to the issues with some USB cables while [upgrading the firmware](Update-firmware), the quality of your cable might affect the performance. To power on/off the H2, you need to hold the middle button (knob or pushbutton) for few seconds. See more details [here](https://github.com/portapack-mayhem/mayhem-firmware/wiki/Powering-the-PortaPack). -For some H2+, click the knob to power on, double-click the knob to power off. +For most H2+ models, click the knob to power on, double-click the knob to power off. # Extra functionality (H2 and H2+) ## Charging -This version can charge the internal lipo battery via the USB. There is a led indicator that turns off when the charging is done, but it might flicker. On some models (H2+) there are 4 leds below the knob that represent the state of the battery charge 25%,50%,75%,100%.When charging one will flash dependent on the current charge state of the battery. See more details [here](https://github.com/portapack-mayhem/mayhem-firmware/wiki/Powering-the-PortaPack). +This version can charge the internal lipo battery via the USB. There is a led indicator that turns off when the charging is done, but it might flicker. On some models (H2+) there are 4 leds below the knob that represent the state of the battery charge: 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%. When charging, one will flash dependent on the current charge state of the battery. See more details [here](https://github.com/portapack-mayhem/mayhem-firmware/wiki/Powering-the-PortaPack). ## Battery life -An internal battery between 1000 and 2500 mAh should last for several hours of use, depending on use of apps. The standby consumption is [very low](https://github.com/eried/Research/blob/master/HackRF/PortaPack/h2_standby_consumption.jpg), around 52 µA, so you do not need to worry to remove/disconnect the battery in normal circumstances. \ No newline at end of file +An internal battery between 1000 and 2500 mAh should last for several hours of use, depending on use of apps. The standby consumption is [very low](https://github.com/eried/Research/blob/master/HackRF/PortaPack/h2_standby_consumption.jpg), around 52 µA, so you do not need to worry about having to remove/disconnect the battery in normal circumstances. \ No newline at end of file