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DataNet ZigBee Wireless Network Answers

What are the advantages of the ZigBee wireless protocol?

ZigBee enables mesh networking which supports a wireless, yet integrated environment with communication between many coordinators, routers and end units in environments where multiple applications are being monitored.
Major points to consider:

  1. In a mesh network, all the router units are aware of their environment meaning a router knows with units are close by.
  2. When a router sends a message to a specific unit, it relays the message until it gets to the destination.
  3. Network recovery from a unit failure.
  4. In a mesh network, when a router fails, the network automatically finds a different path via a different router for the message relay.

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What is the DataNet RF network frequency? Is it an open license?

2.4 Ghz. It is an open license, worldwide.

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What kind of encryption does the DataNet wireless network have?

The DataNet has a built-in 128-bit network security encryption.

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What is the range of the DataNet system?

Data Logger: RF Transmission range 80 m (line of sight)
Repeater: RF Transmission range power amplifier 800 m (line of sight)
The range will be reduced when working indoors, inside a structure with materials that can block or weaken RF signal such as walls, furniture, etc.
By adding Repeaters or turning the logger into a repeater you may expand your network range.

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How do I create a new network for my Receiver?

Go to Network > Form New Network and your Receiver will form a new network with a unique network ID. Note that this feature requires a password.

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If I create a new network can I download data from loggers on the existing network?

No - loggers can only transmit data to the network on which it was configured. If you join a new network, all data on the logger memory will be erased. 

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Can I lock out loggers from my network, so they won’t find my network while scanning?

Yes, go to Network > Lock Network which prevent any other loggers or Repeaters from joining your network.

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