The easiest way to strengthen the Internet at your dacha is to install a router with an external antenna.
In most cases, problems with the Internet at the dacha are associated with the distance from the base station of the cellular operator or obstacles (natural and artificial) in the path of the mobile signal. Strengthening the Internet at your dacha is very simple. For this purpose, there are special sets of equipment that can be divided into two main categories.
Most often, to strengthen 3G/4G Internet at a dacha, a kit with passive amplification based on a modem/router and an external antenna is sufficient. An external antenna is installed outdoors, directed towards the base station of a cellular operator and connected to a 3G/4G modem or router. The SIM card is installed directly into the modem or router. Mobile Internet is “distributed” to other devices via WiFi or via a wired connection.
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Low price The cost of the set is from 4900 rubles. |
This type of kit provides 3G/4G Internet boost, but does not improve the quality of voice calls from a mobile phone. |
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Easy to set up Install the antenna correctly, connect it to the router or modem - and that’s it, the setup is complete! |
The router requires a separate SIM card Since the amplified signal goes directly to the 3G/4G router or modem, you need to install a separate SIM card in them. |
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Support for all operators The 3G/4G routers and modems in our kits are not tied to a specific operator, and you can install any SIM card in them. |
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WiFi zone for the house with the possibility of expansion to the entire site WiFi networks are very easy to expand by installing inexpensive additional access points |
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The second type of kit uses an active cellular signal amplifier - a repeater. It receives a signal from an external antenna, amplifies it and then transmits it to the internal - distribution - antenna. The internal antenna emits an amplified signal, providing high-quality voice communications and mobile Internet throughout the room.
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Support for all operators The repeater amplifies all signals in a certain frequency range and is thus not limited to one cellular operator. |
Higher price The cost of the set is from 11,900 rubles. |
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Each user has their own SIM card Since the amplified signal is distributed throughout the room, users can use their smartphones and other devices without any restrictions. |
As a rule, the range of a repeater is smaller than a WiFi router |
It is not always possible to use wired Internet, for example, at a dacha, in a country house, in a new office, but mobile Internet works poorly or disappears altogether. In order not to burn out your nerve cells by spending 10 minutes trying to load a video or a heavy page, you can buy an antenna amplifier. This article is dedicated to one of the modern models - HiTE HYBRID, which helps increase the speed of both 3G and 4G (LTE) Internet, does not require long settings (it took me no more than five minutes to connect) and is connected using a single cable, through which Both power supply and data transfer occur.
The HiTE HYBRID antenna amplifies the signal using MIMO technology, which significantly increases the quality and stability of the Internet connection. The declared antenna gain for 4G is 2 × 16 dBi, for 3G - 2 × 13 dBi.
In addition, the Internet can be distributed through a router: HiTE HYBRID is compatible with all routers, and you can connect it to both a PC and a router.
We tested the HiTE HYBRID antenna to amplify the 4G signal and got good results not only in Internet speed, but also in the ease of installing and configuring the antenna.
By the way, since 4G Internet is still far from universal, in case of its absence, the antenna amplifies the 3G signal, and this deserves special mention.
Now and with a view to the future
Now all mobile operators are switching from 3G to the fourth generation Internet, but 4G coverage is still not available everywhere.
It turns out that if you decide to strengthen the 3G signal, you need to buy an antenna specifically for this reception frequency, and in a year or two, when the 4G coverage area reaches your area, you will have to buy a new one.
With HiTE HYBRID such troubles are eliminated. It amplifies 3G and 4G signals and selects the best, so you don't have to worry about frequencies or buying new equipment.
Equipment and configuration
In the box you will find the antenna itself and a neatly folded PoE adapter, an Ethernet cable for connection, a power adapter and a mount.
Antenna and accessories in the box
The HiTE HYBRID antenna has a durable and completely sealed housing made of metal and plastic with dimensions of 250 × 250 × 75 mm and a weight of 2 kg.
Antenna housing with waterproof connectors Of course, it is best if the antenna is installed outside, on the roof of a building or on a bracket outside a window. In this case, maximum gain can be achieved.
Operating temperature range from -30 to + 50 °C. The manufacturer promises that operation is possible at lower temperatures if the power is not turned off in winter. The kit includes a pole mount (or bracket).
A cable 30 m long is suitable for the antenna. This is quite enough to stretch it from the house to the roof, but if you need more, you can extend it to 100 m.
As we already wrote above, this cable serves both for power and data transmission, which simplifies installation even more - you don’t have to buy any adapters or extension cords. The kit already contains everything you need to operate the antenna.
Select SIM
You will need a SIM card for the antenna. If your SIM card does not support a 4G network at a frequency of 2,500–2,700, the antenna will work with a 3G network at a frequency of 1,900–2,200.
In general, the antenna will work with any Russian operator that provides mobile Internet using 3G or 4G technology. I tested the antenna with a Megafon SIM card with 4G Internet.
SIM card "Megafon" 4G We insert the SIM card into the special slot and screw on the waterproof cover. It's sealed, so you don't have to worry about the safety of your SIM card.
We open the address specified in the instructions on the PC and see the connection management interface.
Connection management interface You see the connection status and statistics.
Statistics Testing the antenna in the field
To test the speed of the antenna, I used the Speedtest.net service. To compare the speed, I took a modem from Megafon with me and tested it with the same 4G SIM card.
We decided to test the antenna in the field conditions for which it was, in fact, intended. Since I have neither a dacha nor a country house, we simply went out into nature - into the forest not far from the city (about 12 km).
Location 1. Clearing in the forest, 12 km from the city
6.21 Mbit/s - incoming speed, 1.21 Mbit/s - outgoing speed.
Modem: does not connect.
In the meadow We assembled it according to the instructions included in the kit: we connected the antenna to the POE adapter, the adapter to the laptop and connected it to the car’s network via a converter.
Antenna connection 
Connected and ready to go I must say right away that we tested more than one place - somewhere the antenna worked better, somewhere worse. In the original location, where the modem completely refused to pick up a 4G signal, the antenna gave an incoming speed of 6.21 Mbit/s.
Location 2. On a hill, 12 km from the city
8.62 Mbit/s - incoming speed, 1.05 Mbit/s - outgoing speed.
Modem: does not connect.
The fishing was best near the car, although due to the long cable we moved around the entire clearing, trying to catch the best signal. The most successful indicator in this area is 8.62 Mbit/s (stopped on a hill).
Speedtest results in the second location The next place was closer to the city, about 5 km, in a field.
Location 3. Field, 5 km from the city
11.95 Mbit/s - incoming speed, 0.44 Mbit/s - outgoing speed.
Modem: 0.05 Mbit/s - incoming speed, 0.05 Mbit/s - outgoing speed.
We catch a signal in the field Here the modem from Megafon started working. It returned 0.05 Mbps (not to mention that we could barely wait for it to open the speed test at all).
With the antenna, mobile Internet from Megafon soared to 11.95 Mbit/s. In principle, these were the best results that were achieved.
General impression
If you use a 3G/4G antenna outside the city, where the Internet often disappears altogether, the performance is very different from the same modem (as can be seen in the screenshots above).
In a forest clearing 12 km from the city, we got the speed with which we can use the Internet without the risk of breaking the computer from rage.
In principle, if instead of a person who wanders through the field and forest clearings, raising the antenna above his head, there was a master who will install the antenna on the roof of the dacha, the speed would be even faster.
But, as I said above, to connect an antenna and get your legitimate 5-10 Mbit/s even on 3G, you don’t need any knowledge or skills.
So, if you have been suffering from slow mobile Internet (or lack thereof) for a long time, you can read detailed specifications and order an antenna here↓
Hite Hybrid 3G/4G antenna
P.S. HiTE also produces more powerful 4G LTE antennas, but we chose the HYBRID model for testing for its versatility and ease of setup.
Quite often, Internet access is provided by a USB modem. Such a device is quite convenient, takes up little space and allows you to have access to the World Wide Web not only within the city, but also on vacation, at the dacha or on vacation. You will need a PC or laptop. The main thing is that the signal quality is distinguished by the stability and stability of the connection. However, often this important communication parameter does not meet the necessary requirements. As a result, a weak signal interferes with or completely limits Internet access.
What to do in this case? Let's start in order.
First, let's figure out what affects the signal level and connection quality, thereby predetermining the effective operation of the modem?
The first is the distance to the nearest cell tower. Secondly, there are other wireless devices nearby that may cause interference. Nearby industrial enterprises, most of which use communication jammers, may also be affected. Thirdly, this is the isolation of the room. It’s one thing when the signal passes through wooden walls, thin plasterboard structures, and quite another if there are massive concrete partitions along its path. Fourthly, this is the location of the modem itself. 3G and 4G signals are much stronger near windows or on the upper floors of a room.
Atmospheric precipitation can also reduce the data transfer rate: rain, snow, hail, fog, etc. Even the topography of the surrounding area affects it: mountains, hills, tall trees, etc. We must not forget about the software of the computer or laptop itself. The RAM may be overloaded or the hard drive may contain a large number of system errors, viruses, etc. Less commonly, problems with signal transmission are explained by problems at the base station tower. For example, slot occupancy, i.e. a large number of currently connected subscribers.
From all of the above, we conclude that the quality of the modem’s 3G and 4G signal depends on a large number of factors. Not everything can be influenced by the user. However, by eliminating at least most of them, you can significantly improve data transfer speeds.
How to determine your data transfer speed?
Modem speed can be easily determined using special online tests. You will need a computer, browser and Internet access.
One of the simplest resources is considered to be http://speed.yorest.ru/ Its operating principle is that you download a small file, and at the same time the site analyzes the data transfer speed. Here you can independently select testing parameters and the size of the control packet (200 KB, 1000 KB, 3 MB). It is best to focus on the largest document. The test takes longer, but its results are much more accurate.
A popular worldwide resource for testing Internet speed is http://www.speedtest.net. By the way, its interface is the most attractive and informative. When you enter this site, the nearest test server is automatically selected, which speeds up the procedure and has a positive effect on the accuracy of the results. When testing the data transfer speed on a 3G or 4G modem, be prepared for about 20 MB to be taken away from your traffic.
This online service displays not only the speed of transmission and reception of information, but also analyzes ping. This value is displayed in milliseconds and shows the server's response time to your request. Ping is a fairly important indicator. Especially if you use programs like Skype or like online games.
If, using such tests, it is revealed that the speed of data transmission and reception is less than 80% of that stated in the contract with the provider, then you need to contact support. If the speed fully corresponds to the promised indicators, but working with web pages seems painfully long to you, then you should think about a more expensive tariff.
How to find out your base station?
The problem of constant interruptions in the operation of a 3G or 4G modem is most often associated with a weak signal level. Some users identify the cause of low Internet speed in a simple way. If the data transfer speed is constantly low, regardless of the time of day, then the reason is the distance from the tower. If the speed improves at night and in the morning, then this is an overload of the base station (BS).
Basically, a poor 3G or 4G signal is associated with a large distance from the BS to the user. Therefore, it is important to find out its position, which will allow you to make special amplifiers or simply place the modem in that part of the room that is as close as possible to the BS. Advanced users, knowing the numbers of various BSs, will be able to configure the modem so that it connects not only to the nearest tower, but also to the one that has more free radio channels, thereby significantly improving the speed of the Internet connection.
The online resource http://cellidfinder.com will help you find your BS. You only need to know 4 parameters:
- The operator's country code (MCC). For Russia it is equal to 250.
- The unique code of the operator itself, called MNC (Mobile Network Code).
- Local Area Code or LAC. This is a kind of unification of several base stations within one territory, which are serviced by one controller.
- The last parameter is CellID (CID). This is the identification number of the sector where the BS is located.
How can you find out all these parameters? To do this, you can use the Netmonitor application or the web resource of the same name. By the way, on this site you can find a map where the majority of BSs in the central part of Russia, owned by the most popular telecom operators, are presented.
We find out all the necessary values through the netmonitor and enter them in a special search window on the main page of http://cellidfinder.com. Next, check the boxes next to “Google data”, “Yandex data” and “Averaging”. Thus, the accuracy of determining coordinates increases. Click the “Find” button. We look at the marked places on the map with the location of the BS.
Ways to strengthen the modem signal
The most popular include:
- Installing a PC or laptop with a modem near a window;
- Using a USB extension cable and placing the modem on a windowsill or even outside;
- Creating a reflector, i.e. a device that amplifies the signal (some craftsmen make it from pots and colanders, others use sound speakers and frequency resonance);
- Use of a factory 3G or 4G signal amplifier (average cost 1000-2000 rubles).
Each of these methods can improve signal quality by 10-30%. A complete lack of result cannot be ruled out. For example, a long USB extension cable can cause the modem to lack power and become completely unable to be detected by the computer.
An effective but expensive solution is a repeater. This is a 3G or 4G signal amplifier. Its undoubted advantage is that it increases the speed of data transfer and processing not only of a specific modem, but also of several devices. When it operates within a radius of up to 50 m, cellular communications will also work better. We recommend purchasing a repeater to improve the signal in basements or basements.
An effective and cost-effective way to boost the modem signal is a special antenna, which is not at all difficult to make yourself. Let's look at a few examples.
We assemble an antenna to strengthen the modem signal with our own hands
- At home, you can simply boost the 3g or 4g signal with your own hands. Especially often, these homemade antennas are used at the dacha or in a country house to enhance the signal level of cellular communications, including for Internet reception. The simplest antenna can be made in a few minutes. A small winding of copper wire is taken, which is wrapped several times around the modem, and brought closer to the window or outside the room by 40-80 cm. The number of turns must be selected based on the thickness of the device. The main thing is to wrap the part in which the SIM card is located. You can put a tin can on the end of the wire. Is this design effective? Quite. Expect an increase of 5-10%.
- For another simple antenna you will need an empty metal coffee can. A hole is made in the side right in the center into which we fix the modem. Ideally, the outer part of the device protrudes by about half or a little less. Then we connect the modem via a USB extension cable and, using trial and error, find a good place with the best signal.
- Quite often, to amplify the modem signal, they create a loop antenna that has a zigzag shape and resembles 2 diamonds made of copper wire. Both have one point of contact with each other, consisting of two corners. It turns out to be an unrounded “eight”. On the Internet, this design is better known as the Kharchenko antenna. Next, a high-frequency cable is soldered to it (as for TV). It is best to solder part of the wire onto a connector - it will look like a plug. The other end of the cable is stripped so that it can be used to wrap the modem itself (5-6 turns). To increase efficiency, it is worth equipping the antenna with a reflector - a plate made of metal or foil. We fix the structure as high as possible, for example, on the roof or the top floor.
It is now the middle of spring, which means that the summer season will soon begin. However, for many, going to the dacha is like being on a desert island: nature is all around and... not a hint of cellular communication. And you can forget about the Internet altogether.
This happens quite often in the vastness of our country, but, fortunately, it is not fatal. Any local telecommunications company will be happy to relieve you of information hunger “for just some” 50,000-100,000 rubles! Do you think such spending is unreasonable? Me too, because they can be reduced by more than 10 times! Cellular communication and Internet amplifiers for a summer residence cost around 3,000-15,000 rubles, but you can easily select and install them yourself.
Types of amplifiers
Devices for cellular communications (GSM) are called GSM repeaters or repeaters. More precisely, this is not one device, but a complex of equipment consisting of:- A directional external antenna that picks up the base station signal.
- Coaxial cable for connecting the antenna to the signal amplifier.
- The amplifier itself.
- Amplifier power supply.
- Internal omnidirectional antenna.
An external antenna is placed outside the house in the place of best visibility of the operator's base station. The amplifier is mounted on the wall indoors and the internal and external antennas are connected to it.
Devices for strengthening the 3G/4G Internet signal consist of one or two modules. One of the parts of two-module amplifiers works to receive a signal, the second - to create a coverage area inside the house. Both parts are connected by a cable. The receiving module, like the GSM repeater antenna, is located outdoors; coverage module with a connected USB modem - in the room.
Single-module amplifiers are conventionally divided into 2 types - internal (for use indoors, more precisely, on a table) and external. The internal ones are a kind of screen that protects the USB modem connected to them from interference, ensuring that it only receives a signal from the base station. Such devices operate in wide frequency ranges, but their gain is not very high.
An outdoor amplifier is essentially an antenna, which is also installed on the street in the best visibility area of the station. A cable is attached to the antenna, the second end of which is inserted into the USB modem socket, and the modem itself is connected to a computer or router. Such devices amplify the signal 1.5-2 times better than internal ones, but, as a rule, they work in a narrower range.
In addition, all such devices reduce the level of radiation from modems and phones (the lower the signal, the stronger it is) and reduce the energy consumption of their batteries.
How to choose equipment
Before buying a GSM repeater and mobile Internet amplifier, carefully study their characteristics. There are no devices that are suitable for absolutely everyone, because the conditions in which you will use them are absolutely unique. What works well for your neighbor may not work at all for you and vice versa.So, when choosing equipment, you should first look at:
- Range of supported frequencies. Most Russian cellular operators operate according to GSM 900, CDMA and UMTS (3G) standards, which is what domestic repeater manufacturers are focusing on. And if your operator broadcasts on GSM 1800 (in particular, this range is used by Tele 2 in many regions), a device without its support will be useless to you. The same applies to 3G/4G communications.
- The distance of your dacha from the nearest base station. This can be found out by calling local operators or determined using programs that show their location on the map. Here are 3 examples of such applications for Android: Antennas , NetworkCellInfoLite , OpenSignal Cards 3G/ 4G/Wi-fi communications . The closer to home the tower is, the better reception quality you can achieve. You may not consider stations located further than 10-15 km. If your operator's tower is relatively far away, you can either buy a SIM card from another company for your summer residence, or choose a more powerful one. In general, the power of any device for a country house should be at least 100 mW.
- The operator signal level in the area of the planned antenna installation must be at least one bar. This is easy to determine using a mobile phone with a SIM card or a laptop with a connected 3G/4G modem and a program to control this modem. Or, for example, utilities Mobile Data Monitoring Application(MDMA), which shows more accurate results and supports almost all models of 3G modems. You will need the same tools to configure the antenna and select the location of the amplifier in the house.
- Area of the house, wall material. This is important when choosing the power of the internal amplifier and the “range” of its antennas. For a house with more than 2 rooms and brick walls, the gain of the internal antenna should be at least 3-5 dB.
- The number of subscribers who will be online at the same time. The majority of GSM repeaters support up to 4-6 simultaneous connections.
What else is advisable to pay attention to when choosing an amplifier:
- If you have never manually configured such equipment, choose devices that control the amplification system automatically.
- The cable connecting the outdoor and indoor modules or the antenna and the modem should not be excessively long. The shorter it is, the better the signal. The optimal cable length is up to 5-6 meters, but if the manufacturer has equipped the device with a longer one, then its capabilities allow this.
- Some manufacturers indicate on the box that the included cable has a resistance of 50 Ohms, and this is supposedly its advantage. In fact, this is pure marketing. The signal loss of 50-ohm and 75-ohm cables is almost the same, but the latter costs much less.
- The equipment package must contain all the necessary adapters, in particular, those with a CRC9 connector for connecting to a USB modem.
- You should not buy GSM repeaters whose internal antenna is inseparable from the device body. This will not allow you to install both in different places in the house and will not make it possible to create a sufficient coverage area.
- When choosing a store, give preference to the one where they will agree to exchange or accept back the purchased equipment if it does not suit you.
How to install an amplifier
The outdoor antenna should be pointed towards the base station. The optimal location for the repeater and internal antennas is determined experimentally - based on the signal level on the phone, but they must be no closer than 3 meters to the external antenna.
It is better to use single-module desktop 3G/4G amplifiers near the window on the side of the tower. The device should be turned so that the modem is facing towards it.
Examples of GSM repeaters and 3G/4G Internet amplifiers for country houses
Internet amplifier REMO Connect 3.0
How to use it: insert the modem into the USB port located in the middle bottom of the amplifier module. We connect the cable to the second USB connector and connect it to the computer.
Technical characteristics of REMO Connect 3.0
- Supported communication standards: GPRS/EDGE, WCDMA/HSPA/HSPA+, LTE 800/LTE 2700, WiMAX.
- Operating frequencies: 800-6000 MHz.
- Gain: 7-9 dB.
- Cable length: 3 m.
- Dimensions and weight: 243x190x25 mm, 0.5 kg.
- Case material: impact-resistant plastic.
- Placement: indoors at home.
The cost of REMO Connect 3.0 in Russian stores starts from 990 rubles.
There is a similar model without a USB cable that connects to a computer via Wi-Fi - REMO Connect 3.5. It costs about 1000 rubles more.
Internet amplifier REMO Orange-2600 Plus
Can be used to recharge mobile gadgets via a USB port. It has LED indicators “Normal” and “Alarm” on the body, which serve to determine the correct choice of the distance between the modules.
SpecificationsRemoOrange-2600Plus
- Supported communication standards: LTE 2600 FDD Band7/Band38.
- Operating frequencies: 2500-2700 MHz.
- Maximum coverage area: 75 m2.
- Module gain: reception – 45 dB, coverage – 25 dB.
- USB modem support: 4G.
- Modem port type: USB Am.
- Cable type and length: RG-58A/U, 10 m.
- Power supply: 12 V.
- Dimensions and weight of modules: reception – 240x240x60 mm, 1 kg, covering – 180x80x50 mm, 0.5 kg.
- Case material: plastic.
- Placement: indoor and outdoor.
The cost of REMO Orange-2600 Plus starts from 8,100 rubles.
GSM repeater Nikrans MA300
The manufacturer guarantees stable operation of the equipment in the networks of MTS, Tele 2, Beeline, Megafon, Smarts, Rostelecom and Tattelecom operators.
Technical characteristics of Nikrans MA300
- Supported GSM signal frequency: 900 mHz.
- Maximum coverage area – 300 m2.
- Module gain: reception – 65 dB, coverage – 60 dB.
- Cable length: external – 15 m, internal – 5 m.
- Dimensions and weight: 296x159x101 mm, 0.5 kg.
The cost of the Nikrans MA300 kit is approximately 14,100 rubles.
GSM repeater Locus MOBI-900 COUNTRY
Technical characteristics of Locus MOBI-900 COUNTRY
- Supported communication standards: GPRS/EDGE.
- Supported GSM signal frequency: 890-915/935-960 mHz.
- Maximum coverage area – 100 m2.
- Module gain: reception – 40 dB, coverage – 30 dB.
- Maximum number of subscribers in communication mode: 6.
- Power: 5 V.
- Dimensions and weight: 375x173x156 mm, 1.15 kg.
The cost of Locus MOBI-900 COUNTRY starts from 5060 rubles.
Outdoor antenna REMO Ultra 3G\4G
Cable, adapter, mounting brackets and other necessary parts are included in the kit.
Technical characteristics of REMO Ultra 3G\4G
- Supported communication standards: UMTS-2100, LTE, Wi-Fi.
- Operating frequencies: 1800-2700 mHz.
- Gain: 12-18 dB.
- Antenna directivity: unidirectional.
- Support for USB modems: 3G, 4G.
- Cable length: 5 m, included FME – CRC9 adapter for connecting a modem.
- Material: aluminum.
A set of Ultra 3G\4G equipment in Russian stores sells for about 2,000 rubles.
External antenna Delta L/1700-2800
Technical characteristics of Delta L/1700-2800
- Supported communication standards: GPRS/EDGE, CDMA/HSDPA/ HSUPA /HSPA+, LTE, WiMAX, Wi-Fi.
- Operating frequencies: 1700-2800 MHz.
- Gain: 12-14 dBi.
- Antenna directivity: unidirectional.
- Support for USB modems: 3G, 4G.
- Cable length: 6-10 m.
- Dimensions and weight: 750x200x83 mm, 04-06 kg.
- Case material: plastic, metal.
- Placement: outdoor.
The cost of Delta L/1700-2800 is approximately 1400 rubles.
Passive or active internet enhancement?
Most often, a passive system can solve the problem of a weak Internet signal. It differs from the active one in that it does not contain a repeater; it operates solely on the basis of an antenna and a receiving device (modem or router). There is also a type of “external clients” that combine both an antenna and a modem with a router in one all-weather case. You can view our range of passive amplification systems here.
As a rule, passive kits are cheaper than kits with active amplification. However, it should be borne in mind that a passive amplification system will only suit you if the signal level that can be picked up by an external antenna is strong enough!
Installing an active amplification system
An active amplification system is used in the country when it is necessary to “pull out” a very weak signal. In this case, the active amplifier (repeater) can be connected either directly to a 3G/4G modem or to an indoor distribution antenna. In the latter case, the indoor antenna distributes the amplified signal throughout the room.
Antenna setup
Proper installation of the antenna is the basis for installing any mobile Internet amplification system. However, this is often forgotten. Always point the external antenna exactly towards the tower of the cellular operator you need!
The following will help you point the antenna in the right direction:
- Coverage area of the 3G (or 4G) signal of the operator you need. You can easily find it by entering the appropriate query in Google or Yandex search (for example, “3G coverage area of MTS Leningrad region”, etc.);
- Website http://www.netmonitor.ru. This resource contains a map of the location of base stations of telecom operators. Use it by selecting the operator you need. Find the place on the map where your dacha is located and remember the location of the nearest towers.
Decide on the power of the amplifier
Depending on the signal strength and distance to the nearest base station, different amplifier models may be suitable for you. Below we have reviewed the most popular of them:
- Baltic Signal BS-3G-65 amplifier is a budget 3G Internet amplifier for a summer residence. The basic model, one of the cheapest and most popular. However, it will only suit you if the planned coverage area is not very large;
- The Baltic Signal BS-3G-75 amplifier is the optimal solution for strengthening the 3G Internet signal in the country. More reliable and powerful, but also more expensive model. In most cases, it guarantees you 100% 3G gain.
Our assortment also includes models for amplifying 4G Internet and dual-band amplifiers 3G and 4G.
Depending on the signal strength and distance to the nearest base station, different amplifier models may be suitable for you.
Below we have reviewed the most popular of them:
Find the right antennas
You will need at least two antennas: external and internal. The external antenna can be in the form of a herringbone (“wave channel”) or a panel. Only panel or omnidirectional (circular) antennas are installed indoors.
- Panel antennas have a wider capture angle (they are easier to install and configure), but have a lower gain;
- With herringbones, it’s exactly the opposite: the grip angle is narrower, but the gain is higher.
An important nuance: there are powerful panel antennas, the gain of which is higher than that of any herringbone. They cost more, of course, but they guarantee reliable signal reception and high speeds.
Below we offer you the most suitable antennas for boosting your Internet signal.
Indoors, as noted above, narrowly directional antennas are not installed. The optimal solution would be to choose an antenna or. You can also use ceiling solutions: or.
As a rule, indoor antennas are made of white plastic and fit perfectly into any interior.
Did we manage to answer the question of how to choose an Internet amplifier for a summer residence? If anything remains unclear, our consultants will be happy to answer all your questions. Contact us by phone 8-800-3333-965 or request a free call back.