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Why Romanus Cameras Reach Further Than Any Other Smart Home Security System

Standard Wi-Fi cameras lose signal at your fence line. Romanus cameras, with AirLink's Wi-Fi HaLow, reach your back shed, front gate, and every corner of your property.

The Problem with Standard Wi-Fi Security Cameras

Most home security cameras use standard 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi. These signals are great for streaming video inside your home, but they have serious limitations:

  • Limited range: Typical Wi-Fi reaches only 30-50 meters from your router
  • Poor wall penetration: Brick, concrete, and even thick timber block the signal.
  • Crowded spectrum: Your neighbours' Wi-Fi, Bluetooth devices, and microwaves all cause interference.
  • Dead zones: Backyards, garages, and front gates often have weak or no signal

The Solution: Wi-Fi HaLow (802.11ah)

Wi-Fi HaLow is a new wireless standard designed specifically for IoT devices like security cameras.

  • It operates on sub-1GHz frequencies – the same band used by television and radio – which gives it three massive advantages.

Experience Unmatched Protection with Our Security

📡 Up to 3km Rang

Wi-Fi HaLow reaches 3 kilometres in open air and up to 100 metres through building materials. That's 10-20x further than standard Wi-Fi.

What this means for you: One HaLow access point covers your entire property – front yard, backyard, shed, garage, and every room inside.

🧱 Superior Wall Penetration

Lower frequency signals travel through brick, concrete, timber, and glass far more effectively than 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi.

What this means for you: Your outdoor camera stays connected even when mounted on a brick wall. Your doorbell works through double-brick construction.

🔋 Ultra-Low Power Consumption

HaLow uses a fraction of the power of standard Wi-Fi, enabling battery-powered devices to last months or even years on a single charge.

What this means for you: Our doorbell runs for months between charges. Future solar cameras need smaller panels and fewer batteries.

Who Benefits Most from Wi-Fi HaLow?

Most home security cameras use standard 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi. These signals are great for streaming video inside your home, but they have serious limitations:

🧱 Brick or concrete homes

Signals penetrate walls that stop standard Wi-Fi.

🏡 Homeowners with large backyards

Your outdoor camera works at the shed, not just the back door.

🚪 Properties with detached garages

One system covers both house and garage.

📦 Homes with front gates

Your doorbell works at the gate, not just the front door.

🏘️ Dual occupancies or granny flats

One HaLow router covers the main house and the flat.

Real Sydney Example: The Western Sydney Brick Home

A standard weatherboard home in the Inner West might get decent Wi-Fi coverage. But a double-brick home in Western Sydney? That's a different story.

Romanus with Wi-Fi HaLow was tested in a 4-bedroom brick home in Baulkham Hills. The router was placed in a back corner of the house. The doorbell at the front gate – 45 metres away through 3 brick walls – maintained a stable connection with full video streaming. A standard Wi-Fi camera lost signal after 15 metres and one brick wall.

Result: The homeowner now has one security system that actually covers their entire property.

Technical Specifications

  • Standard: IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow)
  • Frequency: Sub-1GHz (850-950MHz depending on region)
  • Range (open air): Up to 3km.
  • Range (through building materials): 100-200m depending on construction
  • Data rate: Up to 15Mbps (sufficient for 1080p/4MP video)
  • Power consumption: 10-20x lower than standard Wi-Fi
  • Penetration: Superior through brick, concrete, timber, glass

Common Questions About Wi-Fi HaLow

Do I need a special router for HaLow?

Yes. Romanus systems include a HaLow access point or router. Standard routers do not support HaLow.

Will HaLow interfere with my existing Wi-Fi?

No. HaLow uses a different frequency band (sub-1GHz) than your home Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz). They operate side by side without interference.

Is HaLow secure?

Yes. HaLow supports WPA3 encryption, the same security standard used by modern home Wi-Fi.

Can I use HaLow if I live in an apartment?

Absolutely. While HaLow's range is massive, it works perfectly in smaller spaces too. The wall penetration is especially valuable in apartment buildings with concrete construction.

Is HaLow legal in Australia?

Yes. Wi-Fi HaLow operates in licensed spectrum approved by ACMA for IoT and low-power devices. AirLink products are certified for Australian use.