Review of external indoor and outdoor antennas for Yota modems. Which antenna for the Internet from Yota is better? What antenna connectors are in the Yota router?

In this article we will tell you how to connect an external antenna to a Yota modem.

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Today there is a special Yota LTE modem on sale with connectors for connecting an external antenna. As a rule, there are no more than two of them, so that you can connect an antenna with two or one input. The device is connected to the antenna via a pigtail in the same way as before with the Samsung SWC-U200 modem.

Standard Yota modem

It was created for users of a WiMAX antenna that connected to Samsung device SWC-U200. It allows you to quickly switch between WiMAX and LTE. By the way, to do this you only need to change the device itself and the pigtail.

By the way, today there is a lot of information on the Internet about the possibility of soldering an old Samsung connector, or even soldering a pigtail into modem connectors. Remember that you can do this by hand, which means you won't necessarily end up with the same result as the person who provided the instructions. But we will talk about ready-made versions.

3G/4G LTE modem ZTE MF820D with Yota SIM card

This modem works perfectly with the Yota network and fully complies with its standards. Modem brand – ZTE. Accordingly, no one blocked it, and it can work with all operators.

Advantages:

• Versatility. Due to its features, the device can work with any SIM card
• High sensitivity to signal perception
• The presence of two spaced antennas at an angle of 90 degrees
• Support for Yota network standards
• Lack of a company web interface. In this case, control is used through the standard modem menu
• The brand is not officially supported by Yota

The biggest advantage of the device is that it can work with different network standards, i.e. 3G and 4G. So, if a subscriber leaves the Yota service area, he can insert a SIM card from another operator and continue to safely use the Internet.

If you want, you can get an Iota SIM card included with your purchase.

Internet center GemTek Yota CPE

This device is multifunctional and can work as an LTE modem, router, or wireless Internet access point. In addition, it has two ports for IP telephony and two connectors for a local network. The router has been certified by Yota.

Equipment Features:

• You can connect an external antenna
• Built-in LTE modem
• There is a module for connecting to Wi-fi. Moreover, up to 250 computers with the N function can connect to it
• Two LAN ports
• Two ports for connecting a landline phone
• Opportunity remote control

Outdoor BOX for installing an LTE modem and router

It often happens when the signal level of the network is not so far from the location of the router and computer. For example, if the office is high or, conversely, low, the signal there will be poor, but outside the modem will perform its functions just fine.

A kit specifically for the street will help you here. It can be installed at a distance of up to one hundred meters from the nearest outlet. Then the signal and power will be transmitted only through one cable.

The kit includes:

• Street box with fastenings
• Lightning rod
• Power kit
• Kit for fixing the modem and router
• USB cable
• Antenna outputs

Features of operation:

• Outdoor placement at a distance of up to one hundred meters
• Connecting an antenna with two connectors
• Compatible with different models routers
• Compatible with any USB modem that does not have an antenna-free output

Yota router, LTE router – DrayTek VFL-200

This is already improved equipment from Yota. The router already has firmware that supports many modem models. The router has a special Yota company icon, which makes it possible to hope that new versions will be supported by the company.

The device has a built-in professional program that makes it possible to configure operating modes. You can change NAT to MTU, create several separate local networks, restrict access to some users or only new ones, and so on.

Features of operation:

• Yota company icon, ability to work with different modem models
• Several operating modes such as: NAT, DynDNS and Port Forwarding
• Remote access to device management
• Possibility of creating a backup access channel
• Strengthened Wi-fi signal

The redundancy function may be required when connecting wired internet and quickly switch from one service provider to another, and with the help of remote control you can easily monitor all devices at once from one computer.

In addition, the router is already configured to work with Yota LTE, but you will have to configure additional services yourself, or contact specialists.

Video: How to connect an external antenna to a Yota modem?

The Yota operator provides its subscribers only wireless Internet. This is where most of the user difficulties arise. If wired technology allows for constant high speed and stability (exceptions include only accidents at stations), then on wireless network influenced by many factors.

Let's figure out whether an antenna is needed for Yota, and how it can affect the speed and stability of the connection.

External antenna amplifier for Yota LTE modem: necessary or not?

To understand this question, you need to evaluate the characteristics of the Internet at different points in time. If the network remains stable and the speed does not drop, then amplification with additional devices will not be required. But in what cases is it worth getting an amplifier?

Consider purchasing an amplifier or self-production in the following situations:

• constant loss of signal at different points in the house;
• speed changes;
• using a large number of devices connected to the Internet through one router/modem.

Users have a choice: buy branded equipment, or try to amplify the signal with their own hands. Let's talk about each method in more detail.

Amplifier options

If your task is to provide Internet access to a large number of devices, then the Yota b315 Internet center with an external antenna is suitable for you. The device itself allows through Wi-Fi network, and a connected external amplifier will increase the stability and signal reception.

On the official website you can purchase yota b315 for 6,900 rubles (cost in Moscow and the region). If you do not need an Internet center, then you can get by with a connector for an external antenna - LU150 LiTE. You can connect an external antenna to the Yota modem only if there is a special port or USB connector.

Before purchasing, carefully study the characteristics of one and the second device - the presence of ports must match. The device is connected to the modem through a pigtail - an adapter from a standard antenna socket to a specific connector.
If it is not sufficiently developed, and the modem constantly switches to 3G, then this point must also be taken into account when choosing an antenna. The device must support both technologies. Otherwise you will have to buy two antennas.

Do-it-yourself signal amplification

External antennas for Yota modem, 4g lte signal boosters cost a lot of money. Most users cannot afford to purchase expensive devices. However, you shouldn’t despair in such a situation - you can try to make an antenna for Yota with your own hands.

You can make an amplifier from available materials. The most common example is a saucepan, an aluminum basin, or foil. The modem is placed inside a pan or cardboard box covered with foil. Next, the structure is attached to the place where the signal reception is higher. If you are going to attach homemade design outdoors, then take care to protect the modem from external influences(rain, frost, etc.).

Also suitable for amplifying the signal is a regular satellite antenna. You must attach the router to the converter, then point the structure in the direction of good signal reception. If you don’t have either one or the other, then use copper wire and foil PCB to create a Kharchenko antenna. More detailed instructions and you can freely download the diagram for it from the Internet. With the help of our tips, you can do without spending a lot on amplifiers.

When using Yota high-speed wireless interior technology, our clients may encounter the problem of an insufficiently strong and high-quality network signal.

Yota is constantly improving equipment and improving signal quality, but decide to provide high speed internet coverage throughout the entire territory is not always possible.

The solution to the problem of insufficient Internet speed is to install a 4G antenna for Yota. An external, outdoor antenna will help strengthen signal reception and allow you to fully enjoy the benefits of using Yota mobile unlimited technology. You will receive a stable signal even where there is practically no signal.

Modern YS Service equipment is designed and manufactured in Russia. Mimo antennas for Yota and Megafon amplification are our company’s own development. You can be sure of high quality purchased products, because our 4G antennas are licensed, certified and patented.

YS Service company offers installation services for 4G LTE antennas in Moscow and the Moscow region. Our experts will visit your site at any time convenient for you.

We test the Internet speed and signal quality of all 3/4G operators (Iota, Megafon, MTS, Beeline) using special diagnostic and measuring equipment; they will find the most suitable place for better signal reception, install and configure the equipment.

Service cost

• The cost of installing a mimo 4G antenna is from 3,000 rubles. The price of the service depends on the type of antenna, the facility where it will be installed, and the complexity of the installation work.
• Please check with our operators for the cost of the service outside the Moscow Ring Road.
• Service cost for legal entities check with our operators.

Product description:

4G antenna Tsifrius LTE-18 (MiMo technology)

Russian development! Assembly and configuration by NPO facilities in Russia!

Each antenna undergoes technical control and is configured individually! The highest quality!

4G antenna supports frequencies: 2500-2700 LTE 4G / 1800 LTE 4G / 1900-2100 WCDMA 3G

LTE 4G antenna with o built-in USB Huawei modem and a 7-meter USB cable.
This antenna is capable of strengthening the weak LTE signal of 4G operators even if it is not available on a regular USB modem in your premises.

You can use the 4G booster antenna not only with SIM card Yota, but also with any other 4G LTE cellular operator

If an LTE signal is present, but too weak and unstable, then this LTE antenna is also capable of strengthening and stabilizing the signal from base stations

External antenna for LTE: gain - 2 x 18 dB (MIMO), built-in LTE modem, built-in 7-meter USB cable for connecting to a PC or WiFi router

Draw your attention towhat 4G antennas Tsifriusguaranteed compatible with Wi-Fi routers ZyXel SM-Link

The functionality of the MiMo LTE antenna with routers from other manufacturers is not guaranteed!

The LTE antenna comes with a clamp for mounting on a mast or bracket. The 4G antenna is designed for outdoor use.
It is also possible to install a 4G antenna indoors (for example, near a window), if it is not possible to install it outside the building.

Warranty - 12 months.

* 1500 rubles cost of soldering a Yota USB modem
By default, the 4G antenna is equipped with a universal Huaewei modem (works with all cellular operators)

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Accessories Specifications

Warranty - 12 months.

Please note that if you install an LTE antenna outdoors, you will receive maximum signal amplification from base stations. If a regular LTE 4G USB modem is capable of working with an LTE base station at distances of no more than 1-3 km, then the USB modem built into the Yota street antenna will provide a reliable signal at distances of up to 10-15 km. Thus, you can buy a Yota outdoor antenna even in an area not yet covered by LTE radio signals and “reach” the nearest base station.

Also keep in mind that street amplification LTE antenna gives a positive effect and in conditions of good coverage by base stations. The explanation for this is very simple. If you use a regular miniature USB modem or a standard WiFi/LTE router, you only have a connection with the nearest LTE base station, and if it is overloaded during peak hours, your equipment loses speed greatly and you already have a low Internet speed, but you pay, for example, 20 Mbps
In such a situation, an outdoor LTE amplifying antenna allows your equipment to communicate not only with the nearest LTE base station, but also with LTE bases (towers) located at considerable distances from your location

Thus, the equipment is able to stabilize the LTE signal both in conditions with poor coverage and in conditions of good stable reception. When using an external LTE amplifying antenna, you guarantee yourself a larger bandwidth due to the simultaneous operation of your equipment with two or three LTE base stations at once

The fundamental difference between the LTE 4G standard and the old 3G is the ability of LTE subscriber equipment to work with three base stations (towers) at once, and an external LTE amplifying antenna significantly helps the subscriber in this task!

Antenna MiMo
Built-in Huawei USB modem (all operators) *
Fastening element
USB connection cable 7 meters

* 1500 rubles cost of soldering a Yota USB modem (by default there is a Huawei modem in the antenna)
Huawei USB modem works with all cellular operators

The network of base stations expanding the coverage area of ​​mobile operators is growing. The signal quality improves and the connection speed increases. But not in all places it is possible to enjoy super-fast 4g LTE Internet, even by purchasing a Yota 4g modem.

Reasons for a weak signal:

• network overload by users;
• significant distance from the base station (typical for small towns and villages);
• the place where the modem is located: height, material and thickness of the walls;
• nearby interference in the form of multi-story buildings, forests, electromagnetic fields from high-voltage power lines.

You can solve the problem of amplifying the 4g signal by installing an antenna for the Yota modem.

Types of antennas and advantages of their use

The Yota operator specializes in providing Internet using high-speed 4g networks. The company sells, in addition to the Yota 4g modem, various modifications of the router and antennas.

Types of industrial antennas:

1. Directional panel 4g antenna. It has the function of automatically switching to a 3g signal if there is no 4g network. There are modifications for operation in two frequency ranges;
2. Parabolic. 4g antenna with maximum gain. It is good to use when the base station is located at long distances. Can be used where there is no signal at all. Disadvantage: high cost;
3. Circular omnidirectional. It is mobile, has a magnetic base and can be installed in different places, including in a car. It does not have a high amplification power and is used in areas with unstable signal reception;
4. Internet signal boosters - indoor antennas. Connect to the modem using a USB cable.

Important! There are antennas for Yota with built-in modems and routers. If you need to boost the signal on an existing device, you need to buy antennas without a 4g modem.

If you don’t yet have a modem, then purchasing a combined device will be cheaper than purchasing the elements separately.

The Yota antenna provides an increase in Internet speed up to 10 times. Installation of equipment and its configuration will be possible for any user who does not have special knowledge.

Homemade amplifiers

If the subscriber is technically prepared, then he can make an antenna for Yota with his own hands. At the first stage, the location of the nearest transmitting center is determined and it is found out whether there is a lot of interference in the line of sight zone. Sometimes connection is impossible even with the most efficient amplifiers. In large cities, a tower located hundreds of meters from your place of residence can provide the same quality of 4g signal as in a rural area at a distance of 10-12 km. This is due to different network loads.

You need to contact Yota customer service for the necessary information about the nearest tower. They can also give advice on how to correctly position the external amplifier. Other options for searching for data are a forum on the provider’s website, third-party Internet resources.

Antenna for Yota using an aluminum can

The can design of the amplifier for Iota is simple, but it will not provide an increase in Internet speed and stability in conditions where the signal is too weak. However, such an external antenna can add the missing stability to the LTE connection. For indoor use only.

A hole in the shape of an Iota modem is drilled in the side surface of an empty can of beer or other drinks. The distance to the center of the hole being made from the bottom surface of the can is calculated using a special calculator for such homemade structures. It can be found on the Internet. It is necessary that the transmitting center sends the signal to the amplifier with the least interference. By changing the depth of the modem and carefully turning the can towards the tower, you can configure the manufactured antenna to receive the signal. The Yota website monitors your Internet connection speed and ping. The modem with antenna is connected to the computer via a USB extension cable.

The design resembles a can antenna, but with a larger reflector area. The reflector can be a cardboard box with a foil-covered surface, a stainless steel pan, an aluminum bowl, a metal grill, etc. The Yota modem is secured inside the container using screws installed in holes drilled on the side, or using other devices.

The pseudosatellite can be mounted outside the building, while protecting the modem with plastic film or a plastic tube. If you correctly orient the homemade design, the 4g signal will be significantly enhanced.

Important! Based on the practice of manufacturing a pseudosatellite, the modem must be placed perpendicular to the ground, parallel to the surface of the reflector.

Experienced users note the reliability and simplicity of the Kharchenko antenna - a thick copper wire bent in the shape of a figure eight. All dimensions indicated on the Internet for this design must be strictly observed. The wire is fixed on top of the reflector, which can be an aluminum plate. The wire is insulated from the reflector. The antenna is tuned to the frequency of its operator.

The structure is installed outdoors. You need to know where the transmitting centers are in order to direct it to one of them, if possible, avoiding interference. It is possible to obtain powerful signal amplification by placing the amplifier at a sufficient height.

Important! The cable from the antenna must be connected to the modem through a connector, which may not be there. Then the modem is disassembled and soldered directly on the printed circuit board.

Using a satellite dish

A television satellite dish is a good solution for obtaining a stable Internet connection in problem areas. The eta modem is placed in a small plastic container (a tube or a yogurt bottle) and secured at the focal point of the dish, where the TV signal converter is usually located. The connection to the computer is provided by a USB cable. The process of setting up the antenna is more complicated.

Points to consider when setting up a parabolic antenna for Internet reception:

1. Unlike tuning to a television satellite, the dish for the LTE signal is directed lower. This is due to the curvature of the reflection;
2. For precise tuning, during slow rotation of the antenna, changes in the quality of the Internet connection are monitored using the Yota computer program. The directional dish must be fixed at the point of best signal reception;
3. After fixing the external antenna, you can try changing the focus location and see how the 4g signal changes. The Yota modem must be installed so that the USB port is located at the opposite end from the dish;
4. If the 4g signal remains unstable, you need to raise the structure higher. A larger plate diameter will also enhance the signal. A satellite dish with a meter diameter can guarantee a high-quality connection at a distance of 8-10 km from the tower;
5. It is impossible to simultaneously use a satellite dish to receive a television signal and improve the quality of your Internet connection.

A directional antenna with a parabolic shaped mesh reflector will give the best gain. But it is difficult to find such a structural element for making an antenna; they are not produced by industry due to outdated standards. Although there are ready-made structures of this type on sale.

Strengthening the LTE signal is possible both using industrial antennas and those made by yourself. A homemade antenna requires certain knowledge and skills. If the user does not have them, the modem may be damaged. In this case, it is better to purchase factory copies in accordance with existing conditions.

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