OpenRF Platform v1.2.0 Final (ESP8266)

OpenRF Platform v1.2.0 Final (ESP8266)

The final feature release for the ESP8266 platform is now complete.

OpenRF Platform v1.2.0 represents the culmination of the original ESP8266 + CC1101 architecture. During its development, the project evolved from a simple RF gateway into a complete open-source RF platform featuring native protocol support, a built-in RF Analyzer, RAW transmission, Home Assistant integration, MQTT, OTA updates and a modern web interface.

Highlights

• Stable RF Gateway
• RF Analyzer v2
• Native Protocol Framework
• NVKP01 Kinetic protocol support
• RAW Learn & Replay
• Universal RX Slots
• MQTT & Home Assistant Discovery
• OTA firmware updates
• Backup & Restore
• 433 / 868 MHz radio selection
• Final ESP8266 Developer Analyzer mode

ESP8266 Status

With v1.2.0, the ESP8266 implementation is considered feature complete.

Future ESP8266 releases will focus only on critical bug fixes when required.

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Looking Ahead – OpenRF Platform v2 (ESP32)

Development now moves to the next-generation ESP32 platform.

The goal of OpenRF Platform v2 is not simply to port the existing firmware, but to build a significantly more capable RF automation platform without the memory limitations of the ESP8266.

Planned architecture

• Dual CC1101 radios (433 MHz + 868 MHz simultaneously)
• Native ESP32 architecture
• Significantly expanded protocol framework
• Larger RF Learn and Analyzer capabilities
• Higher protocol capacity
• Improved multitasking and overall performance
• LoRa communication

One of the most exciting features currently under evaluation is native LoRa node-to-node communication.

Possible applications include:

• Remote relay control
• Long-range button events
• Building-to-building communication
• Garden and outdoor automation
• Industrial and agricultural control
• Long-distance sensor networks

The ESP32 generation will continue expanding the native protocol framework while remaining fully compatible with the concepts introduced in the ESP8266 releases.

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Thank you to everyone who tested the project, reported bugs and shared feedback during the ESP8266 development cycle.

OpenRF Platform v1.1.0 Stable

OpenRF Platform v1.1.0 Stable

This release finalizes the new RF Analyzer and introduces a cleaner user experience while keeping advanced diagnostics available for developers.

✨ Highlights

• Finalized RF Analyzer v2
• Added Developer Mode
• Adjustable RSSI Threshold
• Candidate Diagnostics
• Structured Signal Detection
• Reject Reason Diagnostics
• Normalized RAW Analysis
• Cleaner Analyzer UI for everyday use
• Documentation updates

What's new

The RF Analyzer now has two operating modes:

• Normal Mode – a clean interface focused on everyday RF analysis.
• Developer Mode – advanced diagnostics, signal statistics and tuning options for protocol investigation and development.

This release marks the completion of the Analyzer v2 development and lays the foundation for future Unknown RF integration.

Thank you to everyone testing the project and providing valuable feedback!