UPDATED SkywarnPlus Installation on ASL 3

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the updated installation process for SkywarnPlus on AllStarLink (ASL) Version 3. With recent updates from Mason Nelson (N5LSN), the installation procedure has been modified to resolve previous permission issues. Following these steps will ensure that SkywarnPlus functions correctly with your ASL setup.

Step 1: Prepare for Installation

Before beginning the installation, ensure you have the following:

• Access to your ASL 3 terminal.
• Backup of your current SkywarnPlus configuration file (config.yml).
• Administrative (root) access to run installation commands.

Step 2: Download the Installation Script

1. Navigate to the SkywarnPlus GitHub releases page:
   SkywarnPlus Releases
2. Copy the provided bash command for installation.
3. Open your terminal.

Step 3: Run the Installation Command

1. In the terminal, type the following command to execute the script as root:

   sudo [paste the copied command here]
   

2. Press Enter.

Step 4: Follow the Installation Prompts

• When prompted, confirm that you want to continue by typing "yes" to proceed with the installation.
• If an existing SkywarnPlus installation is detected, you will be asked if you want to run an update. Select "no" to continue with a fresh installation.
• Make sure to back up your old configuration file if it exists.

Step 5: Configure Cron Tab Entries

1. If prompted, confirm whether to keep the existing cron tab entry for SkywarnPlus. Default is typically set to update every minute.
   • To keep the existing interval, just press Enter.
   • To change the interval, enter a new number of minutes.
   • To disable the cron tab, enter zero.

Step 6: Edit the Configuration File

1. You will be prompted to edit the config.yml file. Choose "yes."
2. Open the file with the following command:

   sudo nano /usr/local/bin/SkywarnPlus/config.yml
   

3. Make the necessary changes to your configuration. For example, ensure that your alert injects are set to true:

   inject: true
   

4. Save the changes by pressing Ctrl + X, then Y, and Enter to exit.

Step 7: Verify Installation

1. Check that your alerts are functioning correctly. You can test this by monitoring the local information updates.
2. If you wish to customize alerts, modify the config.yml to change alert types, such as replacing “tornado watch” with “volcano warning” for humor.

Step 8: Final Adjustments

1. Review your courtesy tones settings to ensure they are programmed to alert you for active warnings.
2. Once satisfied, exit the configuration file.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed and configured SkywarnPlus on ASL 3. Ensure your system is regularly updated and check Mason’s GitHub for any future improvements or fixes. If you encounter any issues, revisit your configuration settings and make adjustments as necessary. Happy monitoring, and may you have good signals on the air!