How far does the wireless signal reach? Our Outbuilding is 50 feet from the house. Some reviews mention 'requires line of sight' between units?
1709637
It all depends on the construction of the buildings. The instructions advise against placing units in different buildings or in unheated spaces. My basement unit will network with the ones on the second floor. By line of site, they mean an electronic signal must be able to make it. The units don't actually have to be optically visible to each other.
1709638
50 feet should not be a problem. Depending on your climate temperature may be a problem. Check the temp range in the specs. I know they don't advise putting them in attics or garages.
742837
The farthest I have gone is across my backyard, which is about 135 feet, without losing signal. This was an unobstructed view to my Samsung Note. If I went behind the shed the signal started to get choppy which was around the 135 foot mark.
1024402
The cords to the antennas are about 3 feet long. As for wireless distance, Bluetooth reaches devices about 30 feet away so don't count on reception outside the room where you have your computer. WiFi reaches just about anywhere in the house. My system works great with the computer about 40 feet away from the wireless router, wireless n, even with the door closed. Your results will vary. If your router is wireless b or g, the performance drops off quickly with distance, walls, and closed doors.
620160
depends on how strong the signal is getting sent out...I'd say 500 feet is very far...I used it for about 100 feet, through a metal garage however, but it struggled. It also depends on how strong the wireless adapter is that's built in the computer (that you're hooking this up to). a better solution is a wireless bridge.
1294115
My unit is placed no more than six feet from my router. I had no connection problems. I could not tell you what is the maximum range. If the manufacturer has a website, I would check the specifications there.
580783
Richard,I am pleased with the unit and can pick up signal approx 50 metres away. Live in a 3 bedroom unit and never have a problemGood luck
1187112
I haven't installed my unit outside yet. I have it plugged in inside the house. I rent camper spaces and the people in the camper about 500 feet away had to hook up a receiver to get good reception in there camper. I think if I had it installed outside they would pick it up fine. My neighbor has one and he picks it up good all over his farm and can get 2 bars half a mile away. He mounted his on top of his tallest barn. If you aren't able to get enough bars maybe you could put a receiver/router thing on (I don't know what they put on but it was something they already owned)
232960
I have mine set about 40 and 50 ft from receiver, both of which are transmitting through one exterior wall and 1 or 2 interior framed walls, with the receiver near mid point, and no problems after a couple of months. As others stated, the update is not immediate, so give it a while for the initial reading. Also, if you move the sensors, I found it helpful to take the batteries out of everything and start again - only takes a couple of minutes and gives some peace of mind. I think without heavily insulated walls, the range is probably more but have no proof.
342147
The base unit operates on the 2.4 GHz ISM band using 802.11 b Wi-Fi, which is rated at a range of 125 ft indoor; 460 ft outdoor. So it sounds like you would be pushing the limit. Depends on how many walls, floors, windows, trees, etc. it must pass through and how dense they are. You won't know till you try.
2064530
The wireless router needs to be pretty close to you... Myabe like within 100ft?
2131305
Thank you for the response! Absolutely correct, feed it a wireless signal and you are good to go!
1294119
Does not have to be to be close. My router is downstairs and I have it connected on the second story bedroom. You could always try using a wifi repeater if you are getting interference.
2064531
There is no such thing as a straight shot when wifi is involved. Range depends on a homes construction. If you want range this is not the item for you. Find a unit that has an external antenna. Even with an external antenna you would require a strong signal that is no more than 100 feet away for data transfer to work fluidly (without dropouts).
2024375
That's a good question. I plugged mine in a center supporting wall in the middle of my house and I can get the signal in my neighbor's yard over 200 feet away!
2147265
I got mines about 1 mile distance, sincerely, I dont know whats in between 'cause from one point I cant even see the other point completely clear, this connection was set in the middle of a city with a lot of buildings in the middle. For sure theres some trees in the way and theres a corner of a house in the middle but I dont know if Im getting thru it or just passing very close. My signal... 85 - 100% depending on the weather.
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There are too many factors for anyone to give you a good answer regarding a possible increased range. For example; Is there a device nearby that may be degrading wireless signals in general? Poor electrical connections, a fridge capacitor failing, etc all can create problems.
1137509
I am not sure on the distance limitations. I live in a 2200 square-foot two-story. The main unit is located in my basement and receiver is above it on the first floor. I have not had any problems with the signal. I have had it for over one year and I am still very pleased with it.