The base build runs netTAK Standalone and mbtileserver. Add the digirig to run digiTAK, plus the optional GPS. Generic part on the left, where to buy on the right, and a note on what you can safely swap.
| Part | Where to get it | Notes & substitutions |
|---|---|---|
| Base build — runs netTAK Standalone + mbtileserver | ||
| ComputePi Zero 2 W kit | Amazon | Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W. This kit includes the short USB cable the build routes inside the case. |
| UPS / power boardPiSugar (Pi Zero) | Amazon | A PiSugar sized for the Pi Zero 2 W. Gives live battery state in adminTAK. |
| Battery4,000 mAh LiPo · 54×50 mm | Amazon | The 54×50 mm cell is sized to fit the custom Scout case. |
| microSD cardA1/U3 · 64 GB–512 GB | Amazon | Any A1/U3 card runs digiTAK. For offline maps (mbtileserver), size up: ~64 GB holds one map region, ~512 GB the full map set. |
| USB panel mount (data)Male USB, 23.7 mm | Amazon | Male-USB panel mount that mates the cable included with the Pi, bringing data to the case wall. The 23.7 mm barrel matches the 3D-printed case cutout. |
| USB-C charge-port mountPanel mount, 23.4 mm | Amazon | Panel-mount USB-C charge port at the case wall. The 23.4 mm barrel matches the 3D-printed case cutout. |
| 5V power moduleCompact buck | Amazon | A very small 5V supply that installs inside the charge panel mount to power the Pi. |
| Charge connectorCable end | Amazon | Mates the other end of the charge cable. |
| Charging wire20–24 AWG silicone, ~6 in | You supply | About 6 in of 20–24 AWG silicone wire for the charge run. Any equivalent works. |
| Heat-set inserts — coversM3 kit | Amazon | M3 heat-set inserts for installing the covers. |
| Pi mounting screws2.5 mm plastic | Amazon | 2.5 mm plastic screws to mount the Pi to the PiSugar and the case. |
| Case screws3 mm stainless | Amazon | 3 mm stainless machine screws that thread into the heat-set inserts to close up the case. |
| Add for digiTAK | ||
| digirig interfaceUSB sound + PTT | digirig.net | Bridges an amateur (VHF/UHF) radio for digiTAK. Sold direct at digirig.net. |
| Digirig shielded cableUSB-C, ferrites | Amazon | Short shielded USB-C cable for the digirig — keeps RF off the data line. |
| Optional — GPS (position reports + clock sync) | ||
| GPS moduleBZGNSS BZ-251 | Amazon | The same fast-fix GPS as the other builds — no jumper wires needed on the Scout. |
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The Scout adds a small custom charging harness to the compact case. Step-by-step photos and the wiring detail are on the way.
