User and project preferences can be accessed by selecting the Gear icon in the top right corner of the screen. This option is available whenever a project is selected.
Heatmap Settings
Overlay heatmap
If the quality or contrast of the floorplan image is not good enough, our automatic import process may have difficulty adjusting transparency correctly. As a result, the image may obstruct part or all of the heatmap. While you can still see the access points, the heatmap will not be visible. To resolve this issue, you can select the option to move the heatmap layer on top of the image. This will allow you to display the heatmap properly and view the signal strength information.
Use gradient heatmap
By default, this option is turned on, which means that the heatmap is displayed using a full range of colors. The upper and lower limits of the heatmap can be adjusted using the heatmap slider. However, if you prefer to see only Green, Yellow, and Red colors on the heatmap, you can uncheck the box and use the heatmap slider to control how these colors correspond to signal strength.
Use alternate colors
To enhance accessibility for color-blind individuals, we offer an option to adjust the heatmap's color scheme. By providing alternative color palettes that account for various types of color blindness, we aim to ensure that everyone can easily interpret and benefit from the information displayed on the heatmap.
Data Source
Measured only
Selecting this option will only display hexagons that have actual measurements captured during a survey. Each hexagon is roughly .5 meters or 2 feet across.
Measured and predicted
When you choose this option, the measured data will be displayed and the heatmap will be extrapolated to give you a more comprehensive coverage view. It's important to note that these extrapolations should only be used as a reference point. The accuracy of this model depends on various factors such as the environment, density of measurements, and other factors that can vary throughout the floor plan.
TIP: In buildings that have a lot of physical obstructions such as walls, equipment, shelving, cubicles, etc., conducting a more thorough survey is important to improve accuracy.
Access Point Settings
Show all bands
When you select this option, you will be able to see all the bands that were captured during the survey. These bands will be displayed under the access point. For example, if the access point is broadcasting on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, you will see both bands. This allows you to get a comprehensive view of the bands being used by the access point.
Show channel number
You can choose whether to show or hide the channel number under each access point on the heatmap.
Show channel width
You can choose whether to show or hide the channel width under each access point on the heatmap.
Measurement offset
Wi-Fi devices vary in their sensitivity to signals. Some devices have more powerful antennas and can detect weaker signals, while others may struggle with the same signals. To ensure signal strengths represent a real-world customer use case, users can customize the heatmap by setting a measurement offset that aligns with the characteristics of client devices. This allows for a tailored and precise representation of signal strength on the heatmap.
TIP: Before conducting a network survey, it's important to have a clear understanding of the client requirements and the devices that will be used on the network. During the survey, you can use Sidos Wave to spot-check multiple locations alongside the client devices and compare RSSI readings. This method will provide an accurate starting point to use when analyzing survey results. By doing so, you'll be able to generate more precise results and recommendations for the network.