Figures 35 and 36: Coverage test results (online test) expressed as spreading factor
The SF is proportional to the distance between the data logger and gateway: higher SFs are capable of transmitting
data at higher distances, while lower SFs reach lower distances.
During the radio signal coverage test, the data logger sends five or ten data packages at SF7 to SF12. The number of
data packages that reach the gateway are captured and give an idea of the quality of the communication.
A coverage test is considered correct if any of the SFs available on the network are able to deliver at least half the
packages sent. For more information, please refer to
01. LS G6 Gateway User Guide v1.8
and the
Gateway Radio Specifications v1.8
Note: Performing the Radio signal coverage test takes approximately two minutes.
Note: Radio Australia 500MHz works differently. See the wireless radio section in the Gateway User Guide.
Similarly, if an offline radio coverage test is performed, the results can be retrieved from the gateway interface.
Under networks, signal coverage test map (Figure 37), the user is able to download the results in a .csv file (Figures
38, 39, and 40).
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