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ATAK Packages, Plugins, Maps & Configurations

ATAK packages and plugins for neighborhood communications. These include essential plugins for data sync, GRG's, offline vehicle navigation, and Meshtastic integration.

Tested interoperability (Mar 2026)
  • ATAK-CIV: 5.6.0
  • Map XMLs for ATAK: v1.5.0
  • Meshtastic ATAK plugin: v1.1.40
  • Meshtastic Android app: v2.7.13
  • Meshtastic Firmware: v2.7.15

You should definitely disable automatic updates on ATAK & Meshtastic in the Play Store.

ATAK-CIV 5.6.0 from TAK.gov

Unselect all, and then Select: ATAK-CIV civ-release.apk + DataSync + GRG Builder + VNS

 ATAK-CIV from the Play Store

Also get the following plugins from the Play Store: DataSync, GRG Builder, VNS

 Map XMLs for ATAK

Pre-configured map tile sets and overlays for offline use, unzip and place in /atak/imagery/ on your device

 Meshtastic Plugin for ATAK

Integrates Meshtastic mesh networking with ATAK for offline comms

 Meshtastic Android App

To stay on the tested build (v2.7.13), disable auto-updates for Meshtastic in Google Play (per-app), and only update after verifying ATAK plugin compatibility

 Meshtastic Firmware Flasher

Use Chrome or a Chrome-like browser to flash your Meshtastic devices with the appropriate firmware

 Chaos Koalas ATAK Preferences

Standard ATAK preferences file with optimized Meshtastic plugin settings. Put the file in /atak/config/prefs/ on your device and then import in ATAK via: Settings → Callsign and Device Preferences → Preference Management. Make sure you set the correct "Meshtastic Channel Index" in Settings → Tool Preferences → Specific Tool Preferences → Meshtastic Preferences
If Meshtastic ↔ ATAK breaks:
  • Confirm the Meshtastic Android App is still v2.7.13 (disable auto-updates)
  • Confirm the Meshtastic ATAK plugin is v1.1.40

Installation Notes

Quick Tips:
  • Install ATAK-CIV loadout first before adding plugins
  • In the ATAK menu, tap "VNS" and then tap "Manage Offline Regions" and download your region
  • Meshtastic plugin requires a paired Meshtastic device
  • Map packages can be large - download on Wi-Fi if possible
  • Preferences file will overwrite your current ATAK settings - backup first if needed

CHIRP Files

You can use CHIRP along a programming cable to program your radio with the files below:

Baofeng UV-5R Mini

Baofeng UV-5R Mini Tampa Area CHIRP File

Baofeng UV-5R Mini

Radio: Baofeng UV-5R Mini (affiliate link)
Antenna: Diamond SRH805S (affiliate link) (direct fit; no adapter needed)
Programming cable: Baofeng programming cable (affiliate link)

Baofeng UV-5R

Baofeng UV-5R Tampa Area CHIRP File

Baofeng UV-5R

Radio: Baofeng UV-5R (affiliate link)
Antenna: Diamond SRJ77CA (affiliate link) (direct fit; no adapter needed)
Programming cable: Baofeng programming cable (affiliate link)

Yaesu FT-60R

Yaesu FT-60R Tampa Area CHIRP File

Yaesu FT-60R

Radio: Yaesu FT-60R (affiliate link)
Antenna: Diamond SRH320A (affiliate link) (direct fit; no adapter needed)
Programming cable: Yaesu programming cable (affiliate link)

Always use an FCC UL Type Certified radio for the service you are transmitting on.

OSINT & Media Literacy

S2 Underground

GhostNet for HF radio and GhostMaps for ATAK

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Need Help?

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