Nuts about Nets (that’s the company name…) WifiMETRIX is a dual band WiFi diagnostic tool used to analyze, monitor and troubleshoot Wi-Fi networks. The handheld device implements two main features:
- AirHORN RF signal / channel generator that transmits RF signals for each of the Wi-Fi channels, and aids in testing Wi-Fi antennas, RF shields and wireless networks.
- WiFiPROBE for per channel’s throughput analysis
The device operates in standalone mode and does not need to associate with the access point to perform the functions.
WifiMETRIX technical specifications:
- Dual-band 802.11 Wi-Fi chip
- Antennas / connectors
- Dual-band antenna for 2.4 and 5.x GHz ISM bands
- Standard 50 ohm SMA antenna connector
- 50 ohm SMA terminator to protect antenna connection
- SMA terminator (dummy load) also used for calibrating the device
- Functions
- AirHORN channel / signal generator functionality (packet injection)
- WifiPROBE channel analyzer functionality
- Display – 128×64 built-in LCD screen
- USB – 1x micro USB port for charging
- Dimensions – 210mm x 155mm x 39mm (Solid aluminum case plus silicon rubber boot protector)
- Weight – 425 grams
- Certifications – CE and FCC compliance
The AirHORN feature can be used to test WiFi antennas & amplifiers, test the effectiveness of RF shield designs, stress-test wireless networks, align directional Wi-Fi antennas, quick evaluation of receiver performance, and locating Wi-Fi dead spots.
The WifiPROBE feature can be used to detect presence of RF interferences, determine whether performance can be improved by using a different channel, quantify expected change in performance that would result from using a different channel, configure Wi-Fi networks with the goal of improving throughput performance, and as a tool to help placing Wi-Fi devices into a location offering the best performance.
You can find how to use the device in the documentation page, which also explains how to interpret the results. The WiFiMETRIX is on back order on Seeed Studio for $295 with shipping expected on November 11.
Jean-Luc started CNX Software in 2010 as a part-time endeavor, before quitting his job as a software engineering manager, and starting to write daily news, and reviews full time later in 2011.
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