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Section 2 - Product Setup

Wireless Installation Factors

The Music Everywhere lets you extend the reach of your existing wireless network, allowing you to work wirelessly from more

places in your home or oce. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness, and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects

that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and

background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic

guidelines:

1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the extender and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can

reduce your adapter’s range by up to 98 feet (30 meters). Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. At a 45-degree angle, a wall that is 0.5 meters thick (1.5 feet) appears to be

almost 1 meter (3 feet) thick. At a 2-degree angle it can appear over 14 meters (45 feet) thick! Position devices so that the signal

will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.

3. Building materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminium studs may have a negative eect on range. Try to position

access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects

such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh tanks), mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete can degrade your

wireless signal.

4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.

5. If you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your

wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4 GHz phone base is as far away from your

wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.

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