Wi-Spy 2.4x FAQ
What does Wi-Spy 2.4x do?
The Wi-Spy 2.4x is a small spectrum analyzer that will show all activity on the 2.4GHz spectrum such as WiFi, Cordless Phones, Microwaves, Zigbee, Radio, Bluetooth, and many more devices. Seeing these devices will help you locate and identify possible interference.
 Wi-Fi |
 Zigbee |
 Microwave |
 Phone |
How does it work?
The Wi-Spy scans and sends all of the RF traffic it captures to a computer where the bundled software Chanalyzer, displays it in a readable format. As soon as you turn on the Wi-Spy 2.4x you'll get a colorful graph giving you a beter understanding of your wireless surrounding.
The changes in color represent the radio activity around you. The brighter, red colors show the most traffic. The darker areas represent clear frequencies for your WiFi access point. It is that easy!
Wi-Spy and its software, Chanalyzer, allow each user to record all of the activity around them. It is very simple, and fun to use!
The Spectral View displays Noise over Time in a very useful waterfall view.
The Topographic View is where Wi-Spy 2.4x and Chanalyzer shine! It aggregates all of the readio activity detected during the analysis session into a single display that shows overall use of the spectrum.
How can the Wi-Spy 2.4x help me?
- If you install, maintain, or troubleshoot access points, find the open channel and minimize the interference.
- If you work with consumers, avoid a revisit by keeping a Wi-Spy handy in case they have a microwave, or cordless phones.
- If you experience WiFi interference on a regular basis, use Chanalyzer and InSSIDer to discover competing access points.
Can I use Wi-Spy with my Macintosh computer?
- Right now MetaGeek does not offer software solutions for Macintosh, however Chanalyzer and Wi-Spy run in VmWare and Parallels. (We actually use VmWare at our office to run Chanalyzer). If virtualization is not desirable, you whould check out EaKiu which was featured at WWDC.
What is the price of the Wi-Spy 2.4x?
- The Wi-Spy 2.4x and its software, Chanalyzer, cost 399.00 (+s/h)
Where can I buy it?
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We have an online store, but if you live outside of North America, please check out our list of Distributors and Resellers! If you are interested in becoming a reseller, please contact sales.
