Further testing revealed an issue with IP address assignment to the Control box that has occurred recently both at home and when at the remote site.
The Control box is configured to use DHCP. I exported its settings to HTML and noticed that under the Info section, the Control box IP address (and those for the netmask, DNS server and gateway) is consistent with the local network IP address range. The Microbit Settings Manager also shows the "correct" IP address after engaging Find Devices. However, the IP address under Settings is inconsistent with the local network.
I reconfigured the Control box by going into IP Settings, disabling DHCP and answering Yes to the pop-up query "Do you want to use the network parameters assigned by DHCP?" The Control box then receives correct IP addresses for itself, the Netmask, Gateway, and DNS server. Upon reboot, the device retains the correct IP address assignments. I then re-enable DHCP. After these changes, the system works fine, and I don't need to reboot the Radio box.
I never remember an issue with assignment of the IP address to the Control box. Any idea what might be causing this?
The only system change is a switch to fiber with a new modem that connects to my Asus router at the remote site. I am using a Vonets wifi in bridge mode to connect the Control box to the local network.
Many thanks for any ideas!
73 Paula k9ir
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~PREVIOUS ISSUE DESCRIPTION
I have been using RemoteRig with a TS-480 successfully for several years. Recently, I've had issues connecting to the remote station. The radio's remote head lights up and displays the frequency, but often there either is no audio or display of power out, or I get audio but changes to frequency and power output displays are delayed. The Control box status page shows connected when I turn the radio on.
When I try to turn off the radio, sometimes the display remains lit, other times the display turns off, but I hear the 3 ascending tones indicating an error. However, the Control box status indicates no SIP or other errors. Auto connect is set to No.
The Radio box is not accessible via a web browser when this issue arises, so I cannot check its status or reboot through that UI. I have to cycle the power outlet it's plugged into to reboot it. Then I can access the Radio box through a web browser, and the radio turns on at the Control end and operates properly.
The only thing that has changed is fiber to the remote location to replace DSL. The Radio box uses a fixed IP address, and the router has been configured to disable SIP ALG.
Why do I need to reboot the Radio box before each operating session? Any ideas as to what may be causing this or other possible solutions to try are much appreciated.
73 Paula k9ir
