Signal quality - WaveNet
Your WaveNet transmits data wirelessly between networked RouterNodes and LockNodes. In order for the data to be transmitted, the radio signal must have a certain signal strength so that it can be distinguished from interference and received (also see Challenges in wireless networks).
IMPORTANT
Recommended signal strength
The signal strength in the WaveNet Manager should be between 0 dBm and -70 dBm.
If the signal strength is insufficient, the connection and communication between devices can become slow or interrupted, and there will also be higher power consumption.
- If the signal strength is between -75 dBm and -90 dBm, there may be limited functionality. Improve the signal quality (see Improving signal quality).
Unit of signal strength
The WaveNet Manager displays the signal strength as an RSSI value (Received Signal Strength) in dBm. This value is:
- Logarithmic: In practice, an improvement of 10 dBm means twice the signal strength.
- Negative: The theoretical best value is 0 dBm and is only achieved by cable connections. The closer the value is to 0 dBm (i.e. the smaller the amount), the better the reception.
Influences on signal strength
Signal strength is influenced by various factors, but most significantly by the environment and the materials used in its construction.
Material | Permeability |
|---|---|
| 90%-100% |
| 65%-95% |
| 10%-70% |
| 0%-10% |