A Wi-Fi range extender, sometimes called a repeater, boosts the signal of your home Wi-Fi network so your Phyn device can connect reliably and stay connected.
A Wi-Fi range extender contains two wireless radios:
One radio receives the signal from your existing Wi-Fi router
The second radio rebroadcasts a stronger signal toward areas with weak coverage
For best performance, a Wi-Fi range extender should be installed roughly halfway between your Phyn device and your Wi-Fi router.
How do I know if I need a Wi-Fi range extender?
You can check your Phyn device’s signal strength directly in the Phyn app.
Launch the Phyn app.
Tap the Menu icon in the upper left corner.
Tap Settings.
Tap Device > Signal Strength.
Your signal strength will appear as one of the following:
Excellent
Good
Poor
Tap Signal Strength to view the exact signal value (measured in dBm):
Excellent: -20 dBm to -50 dBm
Good: -51 dBm to -70 dBm
Poor: -71 dBm or higher
If your signal strength is consistently Excellent or Good, you do not need a Wi-Fi range extender.
If your signal strength is Poor, or frequently fluctuates between Good and Poor, a Wi-Fi range extender is recommended. A stable Wi-Fi connection is important to ensure your Phyn device can upload sensor data reliably and in a timely manner.
Choosing and setting up a Wi-Fi range extender
Good quality Wi-Fi range extenders are widely available at low cost
When setting up a range extender, do not use the same SSID (network name) as your main router
Use a distinct name such as MyNetwork-EXT so the extender is easy to identify
Important note for mesh Wi-Fi networks
If you use a mesh Wi-Fi system (such as Netgear Orbi or similar), a traditional Wi-Fi range extender is not recommended
Instead, add compatible mesh nodes designed specifically for your mesh system brand
This approach will provide better performance and stability for your Phyn device.