# Disastrous range Aeotec Door Sensor

**URL:** <https://community.homey.app/t/disastrous-range-aeotec-door-sensor/19459>\
**Category:** Questions & Help\
**Created:** [October 18, 2019, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/disastrous-range-aeotec-door-sensor/19459 "2019-10-18T15:41:51Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 5\
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**Author:** ![Bisch](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/bisch/32/12491_2.png) [@Bisch](https://community.homey.app/u/Bisch)\
**Post date:** [October 18, 2019, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/disastrous-range-aeotec-door-sensor/19459/1 "2019-10-18T15:41:51Z")

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I got my ZW089-C. I managed to pair it with homey and the Aeotec App. However, the range is horrible. I have to in the same room in my flat and almost every bit of wall already breaks the signal. I already had to place my homey very close to the door and I even didn’t put it in drilled holes so far. Just testest it manually

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**Author:** ![Tangodelta](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/tangodelta/32/9471_2.png) [@Tangodelta](https://community.homey.app/u/Tangodelta)\
**Post date:** [October 18, 2019, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/disastrous-range-aeotec-door-sensor/19459/2 "2019-10-18T19:59:30Z")

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My distance is about 6 meters, with the sensor recessed inside door, no problems! But I do have an Aeotec z-wave extender approx one meter from Homey Pro, that could make some difference (+20%)

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**Author:** ![Bisch](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/bisch/32/12491_2.png) [@Bisch](https://community.homey.app/u/Bisch)\
**Post date:** [October 18, 2019, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/disastrous-range-aeotec-door-sensor/19459/3 "2019-10-18T20:18:10Z")

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Thank you TD! Didn’t expect Z-Wave ranges are so short. I guess I can establish a connection in this case but using devices on different floors, my yard and my garage doesn’t seem to be a good idea anymore

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**Author:** ![Tangodelta](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/tangodelta/32/9471_2.png) [@Tangodelta](https://community.homey.app/u/Tangodelta)\
**Post date:** [October 18, 2019, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/disastrous-range-aeotec-door-sensor/19459/4 "2019-10-18T20:58:50Z")

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Well, the Z-wave mesh technology connects through nodes/devices, not like wifi with a central hub. That means you can extend your network based on the placement of your devices. Sounds like you have a problem with a sensor, try to exclude, reset, then include (battery) it again. If not, return it to the store! Z-Wave has a long open-air operating range at 90 meter (outdoor) and 24+ meter(indoor).

> **[Z-Wave](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Z-Wave)**
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> Z-Wave is a wireless communications protocol used primarily for home automation. It is a mesh network using low-energy radio waves to communicate from appliance to appliance, allowing for wireless control of residential appliances and other devices, such as lighting control, security systems, thermostats, windows, locks, swimming pools and garage door openers. Like other protocols and systems aimed at the home and office automation market, a Z-Wave system can be controlled via the Intern The Z-Wa...

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**Author:** ![Bisch](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/bisch/32/12491_2.png) [@Bisch](https://community.homey.app/u/Bisch)\
**Post date:** [October 18, 2019, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/disastrous-range-aeotec-door-sensor/19459/5 "2019-10-18T21:11:59Z")

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Thanks again! Yes, stumbled across some mesh discussions. Guess I need to build up some knowledge here.