Build a stable Zigbee network throughout the home

Start with the coordinator

Place the coordinator in a clear, central area. A strong antenna cannot compensate for a metal cabinet or immediate proximity to a Wi-Fi router.

Build the mesh

Permanently powered Zigbee devices generally act as routers. Distribute them before adding battery sensors at the edges of the home.

• add routers from nearest to farthest
• allow the mesh to settle after moving devices
• avoid regularly switching off key routers

Reduce interference

Zigbee and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi share spectrum. Coherent channel choices, physical distance and an Ethernet coordinator reduce radio collisions.