August 2011 Un-Wired Newsletter
Real-World Range Testing
A successful RF range test provides quantitative data on how the RF link performs in its intended environment, enabling informed decisions about network architecture. This article breaks down the design of an RF range test and explains subtleties that are often overlooked. It gives special attention to features of the 802.15.4 standard that can affect range test results.
Read the full story here (PDF).
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