From 7d8d015be557a478ff3dca9332411879bb6ee1bc Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: "J. Nick Koston" Date: Mon, 10 Apr 2023 22:29:16 -1000 Subject: [PATCH] Add note about increased window and interval can cause WiFi instability (#2790) * Add note about increased window and interval can cause WiFi instability * Update components/bluetooth_proxy.rst Co-authored-by: Erik Montnemery * Update bluetooth_proxy.rst * Update components/bluetooth_proxy.rst * Update components/bluetooth_proxy.rst * Update components/bluetooth_proxy.rst --------- Co-authored-by: Erik Montnemery --- components/bluetooth_proxy.rst | 9 ++++++--- 1 file changed, 6 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) diff --git a/components/bluetooth_proxy.rst b/components/bluetooth_proxy.rst index 0f83cbe70..4084b6d27 100644 --- a/components/bluetooth_proxy.rst +++ b/components/bluetooth_proxy.rst @@ -61,13 +61,16 @@ To maximize the chances of catching advertisements of the sensors, you can set ` scan_parameters: interval: 1100ms window: 1100ms +.. note:: + + For WiFi-based proxies, changing the ``interval`` or ``window`` from their default values may result in an unstable WiFi connection. Using the default values for ``interval`` and ``window`` will usually resolve any instability. Avoid placing the ESP node in racks, close to routers/switches or other network equipment as EMI interference will degrade Bluetooth signal reception. For best results put as far away as possible, at least 3 meters distance from any other such equipment. Place your ESPHome devices close to the Bluetooth devices that you want to interact with for the best experience. -Complete sample recommended configuration ------------------------------------------ +Complete sample recommended configuration for an ethernet-connected Bluetooth proxy +----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -Below is a complete sample recommended configuration for a Bluetooth proxy. If you experience issues with your proxy, try reducing your configuration to be as similar to this as possible. +Below is a complete sample recommended configuration for an ethernet-connected Bluetooth proxy. This configuration is not for a Wi-Fi based proxy. If you experience issues with your proxy, try reducing your configuration to be as similar to this as possible. This configuration is for an Olimex ESP32-PoE-ISO board with an Ethernet connection to the network. If you use a different board, you must change the ``board`` substitution to match your board.