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    @Reza

    You need to create the files after each boot.

    After the modprobe, Issue this command:

    sudo for A in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16; do echo "$A" > /sys/class/gpio/export ; done
    

    This will get you the files.

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    @Tag

    root@OrangePI:~/orangepi# sudo for A in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16; do echo "$A" > /sys/class/gpio/export ; done
    -bash: syntax error near unexpected token `do'
    root@OrangePI:~/orangepi# ```
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      @Reza

      You need to create the files after each boot.

      After the modprobe, Issue this command:

      sudo for A in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16; do echo "$A" > /sys/class/gpio/export ; done
      

      This will get you the files.

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      @Tag said:

      sudo for A in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16; do echo "$A" > /sys/class/gpio/export ; done

      orangepi one have 40 pins

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        @Tag said:

        sudo for A in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16; do echo "$A" > /sys/class/gpio/export ; done

        orangepi one have 40 pins

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        marceloaqno
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        @Reza Is there /sys/class/gpio/export file on your OPi?

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          @Reza Is there /sys/class/gpio/export file on your OPi?

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          @marceloaqno
          no i have not folder "gpio" in my orangepi

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            mihai.aldea
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            @marceloaqno It still doesn't work on my OPi Zero :confused:

            root@opi-zero-1:~/orangepi# bin/mysgw -d
            mysgw: Starting gateway...
            mysgw: Protocol version - 2.2.0-beta
            mysgw: MCO:BGN:INIT GW,CP=RNNG---,VER=2.2.0-beta
            mysgw: TSM:INIT
            mysgw: TSF:WUR:MS=0
            mysgw: !TSM:INIT:TSP FAIL
            mysgw: TSM:FAIL:CNT=1
            mysgw: TSM:FAIL:PDT
            mysgw: Received SIGINT

            I do have the /sys/class/gpio/export and I ran for A in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16; do echo "$A" > /sys/class/gpio/export ; done

            For the record, here's my OS:

            BOARD=orangepizero
            BOARD_NAME="Orange Pi Zero"
            VERSION=5.24
            LINUXFAMILY=sun8i
            BRANCH=default
            ARCH=arm
            PRETTY_NAME="Debian GNU/Linux 8 (jessie)"
            NAME="Debian GNU/Linux"
            VERSION_ID="8"
            VERSION="8 (jessie)"
            ID=debian
            HOME_URL="http://www.debian.org/"
            SUPPORT_URL="http://www.debian.org/support"
            BUG_REPORT_URL="https://bugs.debian.org/"
            
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              @marceloaqno It still doesn't work on my OPi Zero :confused:

              root@opi-zero-1:~/orangepi# bin/mysgw -d
              mysgw: Starting gateway...
              mysgw: Protocol version - 2.2.0-beta
              mysgw: MCO:BGN:INIT GW,CP=RNNG---,VER=2.2.0-beta
              mysgw: TSM:INIT
              mysgw: TSF:WUR:MS=0
              mysgw: !TSM:INIT:TSP FAIL
              mysgw: TSM:FAIL:CNT=1
              mysgw: TSM:FAIL:PDT
              mysgw: Received SIGINT

              I do have the /sys/class/gpio/export and I ran for A in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16; do echo "$A" > /sys/class/gpio/export ; done

              For the record, here's my OS:

              BOARD=orangepizero
              BOARD_NAME="Orange Pi Zero"
              VERSION=5.24
              LINUXFAMILY=sun8i
              BRANCH=default
              ARCH=arm
              PRETTY_NAME="Debian GNU/Linux 8 (jessie)"
              NAME="Debian GNU/Linux"
              VERSION_ID="8"
              VERSION="8 (jessie)"
              ID=debian
              HOME_URL="http://www.debian.org/"
              SUPPORT_URL="http://www.debian.org/support"
              BUG_REPORT_URL="https://bugs.debian.org/"
              
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              marceloaqno
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              @mihai.aldea The gateway does the exporting when needed, you don't need to run:
              for A in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16; do echo "$A" > /sys/class/gpio/export ; done

              Could you send the output of this command?

              ls -lah /dev/spidev*
              
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                @mihai.aldea The gateway does the exporting when needed, you don't need to run:
                for A in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16; do echo "$A" > /sys/class/gpio/export ; done

                Could you send the output of this command?

                ls -lah /dev/spidev*
                
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                @marceloaqno

                Still issues here:

                root@orangepizero:~/orangepi/bin# ll /dev/spi*
                crw------- 1 root root 153, 0 Jan  9 22:51 /dev/spidev0.0
                crw------- 1 root root 153, 1 Jan  9 22:51 /dev/spidev1.0
                

                Then:

                ./configure --spi-spidev-device=/dev/spidev1.0
                

                added to examples_linux/mysgw.cpp

                #define MY_RF24_CE_PIN 2
                #define MY_RF24_CS_PIN 13
                

                end enabled radio debugging:

                output:

                root@orangepizero:~/orangepi/bin# ./mysgw -d
                mysgw: Starting gateway...
                mysgw: Protocol version - 2.2.0-beta
                mysgw: MCO:BGN:INIT GW,CP=RNNG---,VER=2.2.0-beta
                mysgw: TSM:INIT
                mysgw: TSF:WUR:MS=0
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=0, value=14
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=3, value=3
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=4, value=95
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=5, value=76
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=6, value=39
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=16, value=115
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=29, value=6
                mysgw: RF24:read register, reg=6, value=39
                mysgw: RF24:read register, reg=5, value=76
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=2, value=2
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=1, value=0
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=28, value=3
                mysgw: RF24:flushRX
                mysgw: RF24:flushTX
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=7, value=112
                mysgw: TSM:INIT:TSP OK
                mysgw: TSM:INIT:GW MODE
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=2, value=3
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=1, value=1
                mysgw: RF24:STRT LIS
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=0, value=15
                mysgw: RF24:write register, reg=10, value=0
                mysgw: TSM:READY:ID=0,PAR=0,DIS=0
                mysgw: MCO:REG:NOT NEEDED
                mysgw: RF24:read register, reg=23, value=17
                Illegal instruction
                root@orangepizero:~/orangepi/bin# 
                

                Almost there?

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                • M marceloaqno

                  @Reza Is there /sys/class/gpio/export file on your OPi?

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                  @marceloaqno
                  in "orangepi one"(ubuntu os) there is not gpio folder in sys/class. but i think after run "modprobe gpio-sunxi" built a folder that name is "gpio_sw" and in this folder there are this files: normal_led,pa3,pa6,pa8 and 9,10,13,14,15,21 ,...

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                    @marceloaqno
                    in "orangepi one"(ubuntu os) there is not gpio folder in sys/class. but i think after run "modprobe gpio-sunxi" built a folder that name is "gpio_sw" and in this folder there are this files: normal_led,pa3,pa6,pa8 and 9,10,13,14,15,21 ,...

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                    mihai.aldea
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                    @Reza Is it too complicated to switch to Debian?

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                      @Reza Is it too complicated to switch to Debian?

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                      @mihai.aldea said:

                      Is it too complicated to switch to Debian?

                      you told me i change my os ? to armbian ?

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                      • R Reza

                        @marceloaqno
                        in "orangepi one"(ubuntu os) there is not gpio folder in sys/class. but i think after run "modprobe gpio-sunxi" built a folder that name is "gpio_sw" and in this folder there are this files: normal_led,pa3,pa6,pa8 and 9,10,13,14,15,21 ,...

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                        Tag
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                        @Reza
                        More info on armbian.com

                        I use the debian jessie, works like a charm!

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                          mihai.aldea
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                          @Reza I wouldn't even dream of not using Armbian on OrangePi and NanoPi. Compared to Raspbian it's years ahead in terms of optimization and tidyness. Armbian is the reason I'm avoiding RPi when possible. So go ahead and install a proper OS for your OPi. Not sure if Xenial or Debian, maybe we should wait for @marceloaqno to respond to my comment with the running OS.

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                            @Reza
                            More info on armbian.com

                            I use the debian jessie, works like a charm!

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                            @Tag
                            i worked with armbiam before. but my question is with armbian my problem is resolve ?

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                              That I can not say.

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                                @Reza
                                More info on armbian.com

                                I use the debian jessie, works like a charm!

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                                Reza
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                                @Tag said:

                                I use the debian jessie, works like a charm!

                                ok i change my os and test again. thank you

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                                  mihai.aldea
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                                  I confirm it's not working on the OPi PC where TMRh20 works.

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                                    @Tag Oops, did I get it right this time (I reuploaded the image)?

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                                    Tag
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                                    @marceloaqno said:

                                    @Tag Oops, did I get it right this time (I reuploaded the image)?

                                    Got it spot on!! looks great!

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                                      Reza
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                                      i have problem with compile source domoticz(i must use source domoticz for my changes) in armbian, so i have to use ubuntu.
                                      @marceloaqno can you help me to run mysensors gateway in orangepi one (ubuntu os).thank you

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                                        Hi All,

                                        I put together the steps to get MySensors running on the OrangePi Zero:
                                        Take note of the SPI part, 1 typo and you will not see /dev/spidev1.0

                                        • Download and Install the ARMbian(debian) OS image
                                          https://www.armbian.com/orange-pi-zero/

                                        • Install sunxi-tools:
                                          These tools are required to make changes in the boot area of the system

                                        sudo apt-get update
                                        sudo apt-get install sunxi-tools
                                        
                                        • How to add /dev/spidev1.0 (which is required since /dev/spidev0.0 is used for the onboard NAND flash)
                                        cd /boot
                                        bin2fex /boot/script.bin /root/myscript.txt
                                        

                                        Now edit /root/myscript.bin and add/change the following so it looks exactly like the part below:

                                        [spi0]
                                        spi_used = 1
                                        spi_cs_bitmap = 1
                                        spi_mosi = port:PC00<3><default><default><default>
                                        spi_miso = port:PC01<3><default><default><default>
                                        spi_sclk = port:PC02<3><default><default><default>
                                        spi_cs0 = port:PC03<3><1><default><default>
                                        	
                                        [spi1]
                                        spi_used = 1
                                        spi_cs_bitmap = 1
                                        spi_cs0 = port:PA13<2><1><default><default>
                                        spi_sclk = port:PA14<2><default><default><default>
                                        spi_mosi = port:PA15<2><default><default><default>
                                        spi_miso = port:PA16<2><default><default><default>
                                        	
                                        [spi_devices]
                                        spi_dev_num = 2
                                        	
                                        [spi_board0]
                                        modalias = "spidev"
                                        max_speed_hz = 33000000
                                        bus_num = 0
                                        chip_select = 0
                                        mode = 0
                                        full_duplex = 1
                                        manual_cs = 0
                                        	
                                        [spi_board1]
                                        modalias = "spidev"
                                        max_speed_hz = 33000000
                                        bus_num = 1
                                        chip_select = 0
                                        mode = 0
                                        full_duplex = 1
                                        manual_cs = 0
                                        
                                        • Then recompile the script file:
                                        fex2bin /root/myscript.txt /boot/script.bin
                                        

                                        Reboot the system

                                        reboot
                                        

                                        2 device files should exist now:

                                        root@orangepizero:~# ls -l /dev/spi*
                                        crw------- 1 root root 153, 0 Jan 11 16:31 /dev/spidev0.0
                                        crw------- 1 root root 153, 1 Jan 11 16:31 /dev/spidev1.0
                                        

                                        Load the gpio module

                                        modprobe gpio-sunxi
                                        

                                        To load the module gpio-sunxi automagically load at boot time, add gpio-sunxi to /etc/modules

                                        echo gpio-sunxi >> /etc/modules
                                        
                                        • Now it is time to install the GW.
                                        cd /root
                                        git clone https://github.com/marceloaqno/MySensors.git orangepi 
                                        cd orangepi/ 
                                        git pull origin spidev
                                        ./configure --spi-spidev-device=/dev/spidev1.0
                                        make
                                        

                                        Working like a charm!

                                        If you tested "/bin/mysgw -d" and all works as expected, make the installation permanent:

                                        make install
                                        

                                        Additional
                                        If you want to read data into a controller using a device file (i.e Mycontroller) use the build string below

                                         ./configure --spi-spidev-device=/dev/spidev1.0  --my-gateway=serial --my-serial-is-pty --my-serial-pty=/dev/ttyMySensorsGateway
                                        

                                        Hope this helps!! have fun!!

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                                          Hi All,

                                          I put together the steps to get MySensors running on the OrangePi Zero:
                                          Take note of the SPI part, 1 typo and you will not see /dev/spidev1.0

                                          • Download and Install the ARMbian(debian) OS image
                                            https://www.armbian.com/orange-pi-zero/

                                          • Install sunxi-tools:
                                            These tools are required to make changes in the boot area of the system

                                          sudo apt-get update
                                          sudo apt-get install sunxi-tools
                                          
                                          • How to add /dev/spidev1.0 (which is required since /dev/spidev0.0 is used for the onboard NAND flash)
                                          cd /boot
                                          bin2fex /boot/script.bin /root/myscript.txt
                                          

                                          Now edit /root/myscript.bin and add/change the following so it looks exactly like the part below:

                                          [spi0]
                                          spi_used = 1
                                          spi_cs_bitmap = 1
                                          spi_mosi = port:PC00<3><default><default><default>
                                          spi_miso = port:PC01<3><default><default><default>
                                          spi_sclk = port:PC02<3><default><default><default>
                                          spi_cs0 = port:PC03<3><1><default><default>
                                          	
                                          [spi1]
                                          spi_used = 1
                                          spi_cs_bitmap = 1
                                          spi_cs0 = port:PA13<2><1><default><default>
                                          spi_sclk = port:PA14<2><default><default><default>
                                          spi_mosi = port:PA15<2><default><default><default>
                                          spi_miso = port:PA16<2><default><default><default>
                                          	
                                          [spi_devices]
                                          spi_dev_num = 2
                                          	
                                          [spi_board0]
                                          modalias = "spidev"
                                          max_speed_hz = 33000000
                                          bus_num = 0
                                          chip_select = 0
                                          mode = 0
                                          full_duplex = 1
                                          manual_cs = 0
                                          	
                                          [spi_board1]
                                          modalias = "spidev"
                                          max_speed_hz = 33000000
                                          bus_num = 1
                                          chip_select = 0
                                          mode = 0
                                          full_duplex = 1
                                          manual_cs = 0
                                          
                                          • Then recompile the script file:
                                          fex2bin /root/myscript.txt /boot/script.bin
                                          

                                          Reboot the system

                                          reboot
                                          

                                          2 device files should exist now:

                                          root@orangepizero:~# ls -l /dev/spi*
                                          crw------- 1 root root 153, 0 Jan 11 16:31 /dev/spidev0.0
                                          crw------- 1 root root 153, 1 Jan 11 16:31 /dev/spidev1.0
                                          

                                          Load the gpio module

                                          modprobe gpio-sunxi
                                          

                                          To load the module gpio-sunxi automagically load at boot time, add gpio-sunxi to /etc/modules

                                          echo gpio-sunxi >> /etc/modules
                                          
                                          • Now it is time to install the GW.
                                          cd /root
                                          git clone https://github.com/marceloaqno/MySensors.git orangepi 
                                          cd orangepi/ 
                                          git pull origin spidev
                                          ./configure --spi-spidev-device=/dev/spidev1.0
                                          make
                                          

                                          Working like a charm!

                                          If you tested "/bin/mysgw -d" and all works as expected, make the installation permanent:

                                          make install
                                          

                                          Additional
                                          If you want to read data into a controller using a device file (i.e Mycontroller) use the build string below

                                           ./configure --spi-spidev-device=/dev/spidev1.0  --my-gateway=serial --my-serial-is-pty --my-serial-pty=/dev/ttyMySensorsGateway
                                          

                                          Hope this helps!! have fun!!

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                                          @Tag great! Thanks for the detailed explanation :clap:
                                          I will add to the instructions page

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