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Placement of Wi-Fi Enabler

The placement of the RCA Wi-Fi Enabler and also interference can affect the radio and Wi-Fi Enablers operation; therefore choose placement wisely and try to reduce interference in the beginning will ensure a pleasant experience.

To choose Wi-Fi Enabler placement:

For best results, place your RCA Wi-Fi Enabler:

Near the center of the area in which your computer and radio will operate.

In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected radio have line- of-sight access (even if through walls).

Avoid obstacles to wireless signals.

Keep wireless devices at least 2 feet (0.6m) from large metal fixtures such as file cabinets, refrigerators, pipes, metal ceilings, reinforced concrete, and metal partitions.

Keep wireless devices away from large amounts of water such as fish tanks and water coolers.

To reduce interference:

Avoid windows unless communicating between buildings.

Place wireless devices away from various electromagnetic noise sources, especially those in the 2400 – 2500 MHZ frequency band. Common noise-creating sources are:

2.4 and 2.5GHz cordless phones, computers, other wireless routers, access points and fax machines (no closer than 1 foot (0.3m)).

Copying machines, elevators, and cell phones (no closer than 6 feet (1.8m)).

Microwave ovens (no closer than 10 feet (3m)).

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RCA RIR205 user manual Placement of Wi-Fi Enabler, To choose Wi-Fi Enabler placement, To reduce interference