Kaltman Creations AirSleuth Pro
2.4 GHz PC-Based Spectrum Analyzer, Discontinued

• Improves performance, security and range of Wi-Fi networks
• Speed WLAN Throughput
• Locate Wi-Fi Dead Spots
• Identify Wi-Fi Interference
• Eliminate Channel Congestion
• Optimize Antenna Placement

• Mobile or desktop versions – interfaces to laptop via PCMCIA or USB wireless device, or to desktop machine using USB device
• Ten (10) real-time diagnostic views (Traces, Differential Traces, Differential Channels, Selected Channels, Pie Chart, Spectrogram, Sorted Channels, Channel Timecourse, Channel Spectogram, and Timecourse).
• Captures data for extended periods using built-in recording/playback capability
• Print snapshots of data traces from the screen
• Real-time calculation of "Best WiFi Channel" (i.e. the channel with the least RF interference)
• PCMCIA device includes an MMCX connector that can be used to attach an external antenna
• Runs on Windows 98, 2000 and XP and does not require Windows .NET Framework
• Minimal CPU and memory requirements – allowing you to revitalize old laptops and convert them into dedicated spectrum analyzers

• Optimally installing and maintaining wireless networks
• Troubleshooting poor performing wireless networks by detecting the presence of RF interference
• When combined with your favorite 802.11 discovery utility, the two work together to provide a powerful diagnostic tool for setting-up and trouble-shooting wireless networks

Why AirSleuth Pro 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 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.

Examples of devices operating on ISM bands are cordless phones, wireless networks, intercoms, Bluetooth devices, security cameras / systems, baby monitors, and game controllers-- 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. But in the world of wireless communication we can solve most problems with less sophisticated (and less expensive) tools. 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 Pro 2.4 GHz Spectrum Analyzer

AirSleuth Pro is a PC-based, spectrum analyzer that operates in the 2.4 GHz range of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum. When AirSleuth Pro is installed on a laptop computer it provides mobile, site survey information that facilitates optimal configuration of wireless networks and proper location of RF devices, and aids in identifying potential sources of interference. In addition to displaying results in real-time, AirSleuth Pro includes a logging functionality that allows data to be recorded and later played-back for analysis. Additionally, AirSleuth Pro can print snapshots of data traces from the screen.

AirSleuth Pro offers 10 real-time diagnostic views of the RF data it captures (see our Screenshots below) -- including Traces, Channel Spectogram, Differential Traces, Channel Timecourse, etc. AirSleuth also includes a real-time calculation of "Best Wi-Fi Channel" – i.e. the channel with the least interference. Armed with this knowledge the user can make better decisions setting-up, configuring and maintaining their wireless network so that it operates at optimal bandwidth.

AirSleuth-Pro is available with either a PCMCIA or USB wireless device -- your choice. The PCMCIA version comes with an external 5 dBi antenna that attaches to the PC Card's MMCX connector.

When the AirSleuth application is running the device operates in a passive mode and behaves as a receiver. AirSleuth Pro repeatedly sweeps the 2.4 GHz range to determine the signal strength of 79 Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) channels and displays the results in a variety of different views. The technique of sweeping the spectrum does not introduce additional RF signals and will not interfere with other wireless devices.

AirSleuth Professional Package

The AirSleuth Pro 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.

System Requirements

Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista - USB or PCMCIA Type II Ports - CPU and memory requirements are modest, AirSleuth runs fine on older laptops and desktop computers and does not require Windows.Net