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Wi-Fi digital hotspotter
June 2, 2005 02:37 PM EST | Mobile/Wireless | Email to Friend
How many times have you tried to connect to a Wi-Fi network before discovering that the signal isn't strong enough in your location? Or that the signal is encrypted? Now you can determine this information prior to setting up your laptop with the Wi-Fi Digital Hotspotter, a Wi-Fi detector that performs real-time signal analysis to reveal essential network information, including network ID, encryption, and channel data via an LCD display.
The Wi-Fi Digital Hotspotter is a full-featured Wi-Fi detection and analysis device. Just push the button, and the Wi-Fi Digital Hotspotter will scan the area. When a Wi-Fi network is located, the device's scrolling display will show the network's SSID (service set identifier); a set of one to four bars indicating signal strength; the words "Secure" or "Open" to indicate the network's encryption status; and "Ch:" followed by the number of the channel on which the network was located.
After the device has located a network, push the activation button again to scan for additional networks. Additional features include a low battery indicator.
Specifications
- Canary Wireless Product No.: W-DH
- Dimensions: 2 1/8" x 2 1/2" x 1
- Power: 2 AAA batteries
- LCD Screen: 1 5/16" x 7/16"
- Approvals: FCC approved
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