MetaGeek Wi-Spy-2.4x Spectrum Analyzer with RP-SMA connector

The 2.4 GHz band is getting crowded, so you need better wireless networking tools to quickly resolve interference issues. That's why we here at MetaGeek have been working feverishly on Wi-Spy 2.4x, our second generation Wi-Spy with three times the frequency resolution, three times the amplitude resolution, and twice the amplitude range of our original Wi-Spy. With the higher resolution and improved amplitude range of Wi-Spy 2.4x it is now even easier to identify wireless signals that could be causing interference with your Wi-Fi networks. With Wi-Spy 2.4x... "now you'll know, and knowing is half the battle."

Wi-Spy is perfect for troubleshooting interference from the following devices:

• Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
• Microwave Ovens
• Cordless Phones
• Baby Monitors
• Bluetooth
• Data, Average, and Maximum Tracing
• Frequency / Amplitude Marker
• Frequency / Wi-Fi / Zigbee Channel Labels
• Save, or Copy Image to Clipboard
• Record and Play-back Traces
• Spectral, Topographic, and Planar Views

As the 2.4 GHz ISM Band becomes more popular (and more congested) interference from non-Wifi devices can seriously degrade Wi-Fi performance. Other Wi-Fi tools, such as NetStumbler and Kismet only provide information about other Wi-Fi devices, but do not show interference from cordless phones, microwaves, Bluetooth devices, baby monitors, and other 2.4 GHz devices. Wi-Spy™ is the only tool under £2500 that shows you signal strength across the entire 2.4 GHz Band at the radio frequency (RF) level instead of just guessing. Wi-Spy shows you at a glance what Wi-Fi channels are quiet and what channels you should avoid if possible. This makes it easy to pick a quiet channel for your access point instead of picking your favorite number between 1 and 13.

Specs

• Antenna: External, RP-SMA
• Bandwidth: 2400 to 2483.5 MHz
• Frequency Resolution: 328 KHz
• Amplitude Range: -110 dBm to -6.5 dBm
• Amplitude Resolution: 0.5 dBm
• Weight: ≈ 23 grams
• Sweep Time: 165 millisecond

Data Analysis

• Current Signal Strength
• Average Signal Strength
• Maximum Signal Strength
• Frequency Marker
• Amplitude Line

Wi-Fi Information

• Amplitude vs Wi-Fi Channel
• Wi-Fi Channel Selector
• Saving Data
• Save Recording
• Play Recording
• Save Image to File
• Print Image
• Copy Image to Clipboard

You may need Wi-Spy if:

• You deploy and maintain Wi-Fi networks at work
• Your Wi-Fi has intermittent bandwidth problems
• The microwave interferes with your Wi-Fi network
• When the phone rings your network connection drops
• Your neighbors, family, and friends constantly call you for free tech support

Requirements

• USB 1.1 or 2.0
• Windows 2000 or newer with .Net 2.0 (Linux support also available)
• Wi-Spy 2.4x-compatible software for viewing of data

"This is a very good device for picking up inteference. i use a directional antenna to help me as well. For the price it is great."
Olly Timbers (Wales)

"Essential for anyone that works in IT and Wireless. For the price it is a must have, I have used this for over a year now and it has helped me with inteference many times. Get one if you can.!"
Pete Nightingales (Maidenhead)

"Glad that they now have one with a removable antenna. It is perfect for what i am trying to do and clients love it. Cheers"
Philip Keeley (York)

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