Control4 Beefs Up Wireless Network Performance With Faster Access Point

Control4 unveiled the Pakedge WA-2200 Wave 2 Access Point with BakPak Lite for improved wireless network performance, it said Monday. An advanced chipset is said to deliver faster speeds, lower latency and “seamless roaming” across the network as end users add to the number of bandwidth-intensive applications in the home such as 4K video streaming, multiplayer gaming and voice-over-IP calling. Auto-discovery of additional access points on the network enables quick setup and streamlined registration, it said. New security requirements ensure the access point is never left with a default username and password, said Control4, and built-in RF scan, device monitoring, and analytics monitor the network for peak performance from connected devices. App control enables network management from outside the home. Prices are $460 for the ceiling-mount version, $590 for the in-ceiling design.