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Nuts About Nets, LLC develops innovative diagnostic tools for installing, optimizing and trouble-shooting 802.11 (Wi-Fi) wireless networks. We offer 2.4 GHz spectrum analyzers, Wi-Fi analyzers and signal generators. Our low-cost products offer an unbeatable value – they are sensitive, accurate and a fraction of the cost of proprietary hardware test equipment.

Our products are PC-based and packages include both hardware and software. They can be installed on a laptop or desktop PC running Windows 98, 2000, XP or Vista and do not require Windows .NET framework. Because of their minimal CPU and memory requirements, our tools can be used with older laptops, allowing you to revitalize these machines and convert them into dedicated analyzers.

We offer 3 types of Wi-Fi tools -- 2.4 GHz Spectrum Analyzers, Wi-Fi Analyzers, and 2.4 GHz Channel / Signal Generators:

WHY A 2.4 GHz SPECTRUM ANALYZER?

As wireless devices become more popular we encounter problems associated with radio frequency (RF) interference -- e.g. our wireless network performs poorly because other devices are using the same frequencies in the public 2.4 GHz Industrial, Scientific, Medical (ISM) band. A 2.4 GHz spectrum analyzer is the tool of choice for identifying the existence of wireless devices in the vicinity that could adversely affect the performance of a Wi-Fi (802.11) network. Armed with the information provided by a spectrum analyzer, a wireless network can be configured to use another channel (i.e. range of frequencies) that is not subject to interference. As a result network performance will increase, as evidenced by improved throughput. In addition to improving performance, the information provided by a spectrum analyzer can be used to enhance the security and range of a wireless network.

Wouldn't it be great if all radio transmissions were free from interference from other devices operating in the same frequency range. However, in reality, in the public ISM bands many wireless devices must coexist. The ISM bands represent portions of the frequency spectrum that have been set aside by the FCC for unlicensed, low-power, short-range operation. Examples of devices operating on ISM bands are cordless phones, wireless networks, Bluetooth devices, security cameras and systems, baby monitors, game controllers, and cordless keyboards and mice for PCs -- in addition, microwave ovens and certain types of fusion lighting emit energy in the 2.4 GHz range. When installing or trouble-shooting a wireless network that must coexist with potential sources of interference, it is most useful to understand how these transmissions can affect wireless communication.

Proprietary hardware spectrum analyzers cost many thousands of dollars - and when extremely accurate and calibrated measurements are required there's probably no substitute. But in the world of wireless communication we can solve most problems with less sophisticated (and less expensive) tools. By comparison our 2.4 GHz spectrum analyzers are modestly priced and offer an unbeatable value. For sensitivity, accuracy and price, no other product comes close.

AirSleuth Professional Package
The AirSleuth 2.4GHz Spectrum Analyzer is a robust diagnostic tool that provides mobile, site-survey information to simplify optimal configuration of wireless networks, proper location of RF devices, and aids in identifying potential sources of interference.

	AirSleuth-Lite Personal Package AirSleuth-Lite differs from the professional version in that only one diagnostic view is displayed -- the Traces view. This view displays a real-time plot of RF signal strength versus frequency.
	DemoSleuth DemoSleuth is a software-only application that simulates all the functionality available in our AirSleuth product. It does not require a wireless device.

WHY A WiFi ANALYZER?

When setting up or trouble-shooting a wireless network a WiFi analyzer can help simplify these tasks by taking the guess work out of identifying the best channel for your 802.11 wireless network (WLAN). The frequencies used by Wi-Fi (802.11 standard) are unlicensed and shared by a variety of wireless devices. In most environments certain Wi-Fi channels make better choices for a WLAN since they are subject to less interference from other devices in the area that compete for the same region of the 2.4 GHz spectrum. Whereas a spectrum analyzer displays the data in the form of RF signal strength versus frequency, a WiFi analyzer presents the data using "channel-centric" views. Compared to more expensive test equipment, our WiFi analyzers make it easy to determine the best channel for your access point and are a great value for the price.

WifiSleuth Package
WifiSleuth is a unique product that makes setting up and troubleshooting wireless networks easy. It is a PC-based, Wi-Fi channel analyzer that takes the guess work out of identifying the best channel for your 802.11 wireless network (WLAN). WifiSleuth collects RF data in real-time, evaluates it, and then shows you the best (and worst) Wi-Fi channels.

WHY A 2.4 GHz CHANNEL / SIGNAL GENERATOR?

A signal generator transmits RF signals and can be used in testing Wi-Fi antennas, RF shields and wireless networks. A signal generation system is a key to any test system. Our channel/signal generators offer an inexpensive alternative to more expensive proprietary hardware test equipment and are ideal for research and development of antenna design and are useful for rapid evaluation of receiver performances.

AirHorn
AirHORN is a unique, PC-based product that aids in testing Wi-Fi antennas, RF shields and wireless networks. It is a RF (radio frequency) signal generator that covers the 2.4 GHz ISM band and was designed for microwave and RF applications. AirHORN transmits stable and accurate RF signals for each of the 11 Wi-Fi (802.11) channels and is ideal for research and development of antenna design. A signal generation system is a key to any test system – AirHORN can be used for rapid evaluation of receiver performances.