Testing mesh proxy node from non-mesh device

[ftjandra]

I have the mesh light switch on/off example running. What is the easiest way to test sending and receiving data from a non-mesh device to the proxy node? I want to be able to send and receive my own arbitrary data (make new opcodes, etc).

Thanks.

[Mttrinh]

Hi,

I suggest you to use our nRF Mesh for Android/iOS to test the light switch example. You can provision, configure and control the node through the app.

Relevant documentation to have a look at:

Creating new models

Simple OnOff model

[ftjandra]

But here is no way for me to test sending different messages unless I modify the nRF Mesh app.

BLE sniffer apps see the proxy node service characteristics and can connect, but sending causes a disconnect. I am assuming this is because the generic app doesn't know the application key, message format, etc. correct?

[Mttrinh]

Yes, unfortunately you have to modify the app or make your own app to be able to send different messages. 

ftjandra said:

I am assuming this is because the generic app doesn't know the application key, message format, etc. correct?

 Yes, that is correct.