BLE Mesh level server node as relay node also.

[oz1cmdk]

Hi all,

I have multiple ESP32-S3 as level servers (Lamps) and a couple of Level clients (Remote control for lamps. Also ESP32-S3) in the same network and group.
As far as i understand, it is possible to have the level server, with the Relay node function activated also?

My problem is that, if one of the lamps is behind a wall or something, the remote ( RF signal) cannot always reach the lamp.
I know i can use more RF power. But i really like the idea that every Lamp is a Relay node also, so the lamps can forward the message to the others. I actually thought this was default in BLE Mesh.. But aparrently not?

Best regards
Christian

[chegewara]

Hi,
When you are using ble mesh with bluedroid you can check if relay is enabled in menuconfig.
I don't remember from top of my head, but I think if relay is enabled then it should be on by default and can be controlled from provisioner. Please check with nrf mesh.

Any ble mesh node, except LP node, can be also a relay.