How to make an external CC1101 for the Flipper Zero.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 พ.ค. 2024
- This is my version of an external CC1101 for the Flipper Zero. I have tried to make it as small as possible and still easy to make. It uses a 3.3v converter to help reduce the footprint and also mitigates issues some people have had running attachments off the 3.3v GPIO pin as it is also shared with the SD card.
This is my first DIY video I have tried to capture the whole process so people can follow along. If people like this video and want more, then please like and subscribe.
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CC1101 pinout:
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CASE STL:
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CC1101 Module
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Prototype Board
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PCB Board Pins 11.2-11.5mm
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3.3v Converter Board
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SMD LED
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Helping Hand
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Soldering Iron
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This is the perfect blend of modern tech with the wiring of the Apollo program. As much an art as a science. Well done.
Best tutorial ive come across simple to follow and unrushed nice work mate
Great video, thanks! This is the first detailed video I have seen that is a properly finished product and doesn't look like some sort of hot glued piece of mess 😂 Would love to see more, please!
Glad it was helpful!
This is what I’ve been waiting for. Thanks I see you on Redditt love your art work 💯
Thank you. I appreciate the kind words! It's just a bit of a hobby for me, so it is nice to see that people like what I make.
Excellent video. Great angles for the camera and you can tell that Ray is a pro based on how easy he makes it look. Thanks m8
Thank you not a pro by any means I just like to tinker a bit as a hobby.
Aussie Aussie Aussie!!!. Nice video mate, concise, efficient, and has links to all the parts!!!
The sanding part cracked me up! Haha! Great tutorial, thank you.
Thanks for the video! It was really good. Please make more tutorials.
I'm glad you liked it. Hopefully, I will be making more in the near future I just need to order more parts so I can make more videos. Most likely, will be the NRF24 next.
How does this man only have 3k subs? Excellent stuff.
Très bon boulot félicitations 👍👏
Loved it. So much detailed
This was an awesome video, Thank you so much! Great teacher in the making right here!
I'm glad it was helpful!
Clean work dude. I dig it.
Great video, informative and to the point. Waiting on my clear Flipper Zero to arrive and this video is definitely helpful. Subbed
Yes I am also waiting for my Transparent Flipper Zero. I sold my white one as soon as the Transparent one was announced to order one.
@@rayj1988Where can I get the transparent one? I’ve never seen it on flippers website
Really good video! Especially like the addition of the LED.
Thank you!
you have a nice process, very neat. was a fun watch :)
Thank you! I have a couple of other DIY videos for the NRF24 and ESP32 CAM if you're interested. Will hopefully have more in the future when I find time.
Thank you so much! Made it right now according to your video and result looks nice, neat and small.
Glad the video was helpful!
Great video. I bought a flipper and really want to get into soldering. Would love to see more
Thanks. I do have DIY videos for NRF24 and ESP32 CAM up. I would recommend getting a decent solding iron TS1010 or a pine64, good solder and a copper wire cleaning ball.
love these artful simple videos. keep it up!
Awesome video. Thank you for sharing
Thank you for making this.
Awesomr video, keep up the great work
Awesome video. I also picked up one of these omnifixo jigs.
Ótimo Video amigo! Um grande abraço.
good video anyone can understand and learn how u took your time and finish and competed the product.
Please do the NRF24. I've made a ton of those and I'm very curious to see where I can improve my technique. If you're feeling extra generous, I'd love to see you do some combo boards. For instance, I have a ESP32/NRF24 board cobbled together that I'm sure would benefit from improvements learned in your video. Your CC1101 board looks so clean; I picked up a lot of neat tips.
Yes I think my NRF24 will be the next video. I haven't made a combo board yet as I dont really like the idea of having multiple things on one attachment as it makes things bigger. But I might have a think about it and see what I come up with.
@@rayj1988- Maybe do a separate nRF24L module using a CrazyrRadio PA usb dongle swappable on the GPOI plug. The KeyJack and MouseJack vulnerability is still an issue today with many devices using the Nordic nRF24L chip, including HP, Logitech, Lenovo,, Microsoft and other vendors.
@@BillAnt this is my NRF24 DIY. I recently also made a mouse jacker using an ardunio as a standalone unit. I will post a video of it sometime.
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That soldering iron is super nice!
Yeah they are great the one im using is a TS100 but I also have a TS101, which is the newer version below.
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What a great, in depth and clear tutorial, but I have two questions!
1. I notice most CC1101 modules have a "limited" frequency range, effectively in line with either the USA or European standards. Since the Flipper Zero can output signals for both regions' respective bands; does the external module also have to mirror that? In that case, if I wanted to maitain the "all regions" capability of the Flipper Zero through that external module, would I have to build two of these, or is one enough to cover both?
2. I also watched your tutorial about the NRF24 module - equally as excellent as this one btw; would the same antenna work for both modules, or would I need two distinct ones - on for sub-GHz and one for 2.4GHz?
Great video man I've got everything ordered just playing the waiting game now
Make sure you get some silicone wire it will make things so much easier. Also have a look at my other 2 DIY and order those parts now too if you wanted to make them.
Awsome detail
Useful guide, thanks
Nice work! But if the goal is only to allow the connection of an external antenna, I wonder if it would be possible to attach an antenna jack to the original Flipper and connect it to the internal CC1101. My problem is that the receive range on the 70 cm band is limited to a few MHz in the ISM band, while the CC1101 does support much more. Probably a FW issue. I got my Flipper just a few days ago, so maybe I need to experiment more and try alternative SW.
Nice job.
The shaky hands is so real, whenever I Sauder my hands are so shaky
Nice video. I love the use of perfboard and I'm trying to start using it in my own projects. I had some questions. What are you doing with your iron off screen when it makes a blowing sound? Also any thoughts on using solid core hookup wire as opposed to the braided wire you used in this video?
This was oddly therapeutic.
Thank you great video
this is dope! ty
Where did you get that "stand" for your soldering iron? I have a Pinecil and would love something like that!
Great tutorial!
Really thanks RayJ for this tutorial... I received all parts and hardware yesterday (except the third hand ) and today its finished. i test all pins, no short circuit, and i tested the 5v to 3,3v before and after , everything is ok. now just wait the epoxy glue to hardens and i willl try to integrate all this in a 2x4 lego brick
That would look really cool! Let us know how it goes. Glad ths video helped you out.
@@rayj1988 i test with a lego brick 2x4 but to small for the cc1101 module.. and dont have 3D print to make a lego brick a little bit bigger.. :(
I’ve just noticed you use “Test” option in the “SubGhz” menu. I have Xtreme firmware installed, and a DIY CC1101 module that is working (tested several times) but the option “Test” doesn’t appear on my Flipper Zero. Are you using Xtreme as well???
This is what appears on the menu:
Read
ReadRAW
Saved
Add Manually
Frequency Analyzer
Radio Settings.
On “Radio Settings” “External” is chosen. Any help willing be appreciated.
It was an option on the previous Xtreme firmware no longer available on current firmware.
Nice video man, good job.
Thank you! Hopefully it was helpful.
@@rayj1988 very
With the external antenna added what is the range increase ? Also cool solder gun , what brand is it? very good video, you are a good instructor ! Thank you!
Depends on the antenna you use, but its significantly better than the internal one. Link for soldering iron in my description.
thanks for making these videos! is there anyway you could do a video on your sub-ghz standalone device?
This video is excellent!!
Thank you!
Ok, 1st Awesome build, 2nd so my question is can you use or put a usb adapter port on to the top of it as to use an external antenna that way as well, if so boy do i got what i need for that but no knowledge of how to use the flipper. ps i subbed to show support and i would like to know more please ty for the share as well!
Pretty sure my radio works but my leds are very dim. Works fine with a through hole led, but not the smd. It also seems to work just fine without enabling 5v in gpio. It allows me to enable the external radio, so I guess its working fine. I'm running roquemaster fw so maybe somethings different that im unaware of. Thanks for the video!
thank you so much ❤ I made one
You're welcome 😊
Excellent video
I was going to order one already made but the time it got shipped to me it would've been to expensive for what it is.
But this will be much more cost effective.
Glad I could help
Grained a follow, great tutorial. Keep the work up 🤙 do you have the file for the spacers or measurements?
spacers are on the printables page with the case. 3.25 x 3.25 x 3.25. Just make sure you use 30awg silicone wire.
Great video! I haven't soldered mine to a board yet, is the 5v converter necessary?
Yes for the CC1101 if you are using GPIO pin 1 as with 5v you will burn out the CC1101 chip. You can run it off GPIO pin 9 for 3.3v, then you won't need the 5v converter. But it would be a slightly longer but the same principle. I used to make it using the 3.3v pin but changed it as some people have issues with the 3.3v pin as the SD card is also powered off it and to also to make the attachment as small as possible.
@@rayj1988 ty so much for the explanation, I'm new to hardware stuff and was wondering why some people with the same CC1101 as me just used the first row.
does this project work with a 2 channel logic convertor?
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It worked! Thanks for the video although I wish the range on it was even better but still an improvement👍
The antenna you use will make a difference.
@@rayj1988 I bet that’s my problem
is the inverter extrictly needed?
where did you get the little clip on metal stand on your soldering iron??
Look up Omnifixo they are great!
Thank you for the good video.
I have a question: cc1101 is already inside the flipper, so why make an additional one? Are they made solely to increase the effective distance? I don't know much about Flipper, so I have a lot of questions.
Yes, the external CC1101 module is just so you can add an external antenna to get a better range of receiving and sending signals.
Here in my country I have no way of finding that voltage conversation, is it very necessary?
Question im just starting out my self why would no use right side rail that already has 3v supply or is it just for design reasions
Check the description.
What pcb pin size you use? I click on the link on your video but there are so many size
11.2-11.5mm
great video dude really handy for me so thank you and mor would be much appreciated as i am completely learning as i go and have just started lol 😂 😂 but will be looking to make lots cool things hopefully
I have a few more DIY videos up already, so check them out! Hopefully they are helpful.
How do you get the test option, I have the latest xtreme version and there is no test function. Did you add that yourself ?
The newer version doesn't have the test function. For some reason, they got rid of it. I just flashed back to the older version.
Kinda dope, I don't have a flipper zero but I know some people that do. I just make projects and solder stuff like that. What kind of clip holders are those and what are they stuck on?
Look up Omnifixo great investment.
Hi, Amazing video !! Lots of details clean video capture, I've engaged a battle to use the CC1101 module without a flipper, but with a esp8266, I don't understand if I need 2 modules or if with only one I'll be able to scan the 433Mhz fréquence, I want to catch codes of my remote control, this module is powerful but not really user friendly...
Yes you would need both the CC1101 module and ESP8266 for it to work. The hardest part will be finding the firmware to upload to get it to work. I am going to try to make one in the future.
@@rayj1988 yes I understand that I need both because cc1101 is only the module and the 8266 the controller. I tried tons of libraries but nothing sounds good for my project, I hope you can help me with a video on it 🙂. Go France #RugbyWC2023 !!
hello you did a wonderful job I like it very much I have currently made a prototype to wire the CC 1101 I was looking at a few different cities and yours is the best in my eyes by any chance are you selling the project already done all done? if so can you tell me your shop or the price cordially
Hi I dont have a store or link, unfortunately, as I dont usually sell them. I do have some spare, so I might sell them. What country are you in?
@@rayj1988 Hello, I live in France.
I'm going to start I'm going to try to do the same as you slowly I saw that you had shared the list it's very nice I'll show you what it gives cordially 👍
Hello bro, can you tell me where can I buy flipper zero in Canada ?plz
I turn my GPIO 5v on but then when i exit and go back in the setting is back to OFF nand when i try to go to external mode i cant it only has internal. Im on the unleashed firmware 71
What is the dimensions of the spacers that you insert? I know it's a small thing to ask, but would be good to know.
3.25 x 3.25 x 3.25
@@rayj1988 Thank you!
A 5v to 3.3 v converter? Just use a couple of resisters. One 2K2 and a 3K3 from 5v to ground and tap from between them giving you 3.3v. 2 components instead of that.
I like the little holder you have. Where did you get that from?
Nice video :)
Thanks.
Yes, you can do things in lots of different ways that get you to the same outcome :)
Look up Omnifixo they are great!
@@rayj1988That’s very true buddy.
Thanks, I’ll check it out. Looks very handy :)
which glue are you using for this ?
Loctite superglue to glue spacers in.
I can't believe that I paid 30 bucks for my external antenna! I could have made this for pennies!
What type of solder did you use for this project? also what would you suggest on holding the pins to solder on to the board if you don't have a arduino shield great video btw.
I use this solder:
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I just use some helping hands or pliers to hold the pins if not using an ardunio sheild.
@@rayj1988 One more quick question, those LED's, how is the best way to get them out of the packing?
@StephenMcElligott just peel the clear plastic with tweezers from one end and tap one out.
@@rayj1988 OK one more question, what microscope are you using. I just tried to build this using a magifier on my phone. lets just say it was a fail. I had a real hard time where you pass the 5 wires through the board, then I did not line up the CC1101 correctly so it was not in the correct holes and I soldered it, now I have to take it apart and try it again.
I was just using my samsung s20 for the video to zoom in. I don't usually use a magnifier or anything when making it usually. My tip would be to make the wires a little longer so there is more to put through the hole.
Great video.If you go for another one I would like to see the IR blaster. 🔫😃
Yes the IR blaster is on the cards!
Nice my friend. Thank you from Russia 🇷🇺👍🏼
What do you need the 3.3v converter for? I don't see it on the wiring diagram
It uses a 3.3v converter to help reduce the footprint as it uses 5v pin and also mitigates issues. Some people have had running attachments off the 3.3v GPIO pin as it is also shared with the SD card.
@@rayj1988that makes sense, thanks for letting me know! I better get some 3.3v converters
Great Video! You can increase your views/likes if you put in the title the "WHAT" so people click on it... So, ie. Title = "Flipper Zero - Sub 1 Ghz Tutorial" !!! not many people know what cc1101 is or do they care. Be specific - get more likes ! Good Job. You can add tags for all the details of the ic an such...
Bro thinks he’s mr TH-cam but yeah it’s good advice
What flux and wires do u use also ur gun to pls
Solder and wires are in the description. What do you mean by gun as in soldering iron?
Excelente trabajo, tendré que modificar el mio y copiar tu diseño. Me podrías decir el tamaño del cable que utilizaste (grosor)? Por favor!
Link to wire is in the description 30awg silicone.
@@rayj1988 gracias!
perfectt
I have a problem. I can't change the internal antenna to an external antenna in the Sub Ghz menu. Only internal is shown in the settings
Because you need to use officially supported modules created by quen0n.
Reckon you could make a dual esp32 like AWOK?
Tbh I dont use the wifi functions much or at all really. So I won't bother making one. I have made mini wifi boards and I have a DIY for the ESP32-CAM which has a marauder and evil portal on it.
No dramas. Loving the videos. Keep up the good work legend!
Great video. Is there a link to the parts you used please? Thank you
Thanks they are all in the description.
Im new to flipping so please excuse my ignorance, It this like a WIFI dev board?
No it is for an external CC1101 (sub ghz). If you want a wifi board look at my diy for the esp32-cam
Is there a downside to using the 3.3v of the Flipper GPIO, rather than using the 5v and convertí it down to 3?
Yes - It’s not recommended to run off your 3.3v flipper output, as it can corrupt your sd card, and have other issues, where the 5v output is isolated.
@@user-uk3gc2dk3h oohhh... That may explain the weird and constant 415.98Mhz noise I'm getting... It must be from the internal electronics of the flipper coming up from the 3v line. Thanks!
Do it really need a 3.3volt converter ??
read comments for your answer.
Can you teach us how to build our own parts to make these parts?
I'm not sure what you mean?
@@rayj1988 Talking about the modulars
In simple words cause I know nothing about that piece of technology but I seen the flipper zero minimally
How does your iron heat up so fast?! Mine takes twice as long.
I updated the firmware out of the box they heat up slow.
Where did you get the helping hands?
Omnifixo.com
Do you sell this ? I would like to get one.
If you are in Australia, I would sell.
Were you able to unlock all the frequencies on the Xtreme firmware?
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what is the dimension size of your spacer?
3.25mm x 3.25mm
@@rayj1988how thick?
@@tianxiawudik8716 it's a cube!
@@rayj1988 so uh so length x width x height all 3.25mm?
How many meters? Aliexpress has one for 5000 meters can u do one of those?
It really depends on the antenna you use. I have not done a comparison from internal to external CC1101 but it is definitely much better. I also made one with an amplifier, which I upload a short video on.
O podría tirar a la salida de 3 voltios ?
Love the video but damn I’m terrible at soldering these tiny wires
Great detailed video. Built it checked for shorts all fine. Powered up Flipper enabled 5v on GPIO led lights enabled Radio and it worked tried spectrum analyzer all seemed good. switched it off and tried again now the led lights until I select subGhz then it goes out every time I cant work out what's wrong anyone got any ideas?
The Spectrum Analyzer app won't really be a good indicator if it's working as it could be using the internal CC1101 and the light would be on due to being turned on from GPIO settings. So the fact that when you try go into subghz and the light turns off indicates there is some issue with wiring or module, it is not working.
I would check the wiring to make sure they are going to the correct pins using a multimeter and also check no shorts between pins.
Are you using spacers for the board? If not, make sure the 3.3v converter is not touching the cc1101 module as it could short on that. Try slide a piece of electrical tape or paper on top of the 3.3v converter just in case.
Thanks for the reply Ill give it a go@@rayj1988
You would make it easier to glue if you used CA accelerator. Makes gluing with any super glue much easier.
Good to know thanks!
Love your video and decided to try it out for myself, I bought everything and followed your video but when I connect it to my flipper it doesn’t recognise it.
The flipper thinks that nothings connected, I don’t even get the option to change it to external from internal.
(I have the latest extreme firmware and also tried Unleashed but with no luck.)
Could it be that I damaged the components? I know it’s impossible for you to know but maybe you know the common mistakes?
Did you change GPIO 5v on? And LED is on if you added LED?
Thanks for the fast reply!
I did go to GPIO settings and turned the 5V on and then SUB-GHz to change from internal to external but unfortunately I can’t change it.
@cizzefy Have you double checked the wiring make sure the wires are going to the correct pins? I would use a multimeter to check the gpio pins to the pins on the CC1101 module. If that looks ok, check to make sure there is 3.3v power to the CC1101. Did you use spacers for the board to make sure there is enough clearance and nothing is shorting?
Why are you soldering wires from the top of the PC board?
Im not sure I understand your comment. Have you watched the whole video?
I was confused and thought I had the playback speed way up. 😂
What is this add on used for?
It just enables you to add an external antenna for the subghz to get better range than the internal one.