How to choose and install an antenna for a modem from iota to amplify the signal. Yota LTE Antenna Yota Cellular Signal Booster

Yota is a young Russian operator that has gained immense popularity in the field of providing Internet access using 4G/LTE technology.

What are the Yota signal amplifier options?

There are three most popular Yota signal amplification options. On our site you can buy any of them:

An amplification system consisting of a 4G/LTE receiving antenna from Yota, installed in the place where the Yota signal level is the highest, and a mobile router connected to the 4G/LTE antenna and distributing an already amplified signal via Wi-Fi. This is the simplest and most inexpensive version of the Yota amplifier.
An external client for Yota is a signal amplification device in which both the antenna, the router and the Yota modem are combined in one protected sealed case. This version of the amplifier is the easiest to install.
A 4G/LTE amplification kit consisting of a repeater and an antenna is the most reliable version of the Yota amplifier, which allows you to achieve maximum signal amplification. And if none of the Yota amplification systems described above suits you, just call us and we will select for you an individual amplifier option that will fully meet all your requirements.

How to choose the right place to install the Yota amplifier?

Buying the right amplifier for Yota is half the task of signal amplification. It is equally important to choose the right place to install an antenna or an external client. If possible, the amplifier should be installed in the place where the signal level reaches its maximum value. You can determine such a place either on your own (when buying an amplifier, our experts will tell you how best to do this), or you can order a service for measuring the signal level and installing the amplification system.

Iota is a cellular and mobile communications operator that is actively developing in the domestic market. Many users have long changed their usual communication providers for this company: it offers the most favorable rates. Subscribers also note that the company's service method suits them more. Sometimes they have problems due to low connection speed. If you do not know how to strengthen the signal of the yota 4g lte modem with your own hands, be sure to read the article. You can easily do it yourself.

Slow Internet speed is a problem that can spoil the mood of any person. This is especially difficult for those who are used to watching movies in high quality. If you feel that you need an Internet signal booster for the Iota modem, you need to determine the causes of this problem. They may be in:

High network load.
The presence of obstacles inside the apartment.
Long distance to the transmitter.
Features of the local relief.
Lack of coverage in the region.
Lots of connected devices.

There are many reasons why data transfer rates are slow at home. To fix it, you need to determine the exact factor. Be sure to look at the apartment, you may be able to easily determine what is causing the discomfort. Purchase a more powerful modem if necessary.

The simplest and most affordable methods to increase signal strength

If you do not know how to improve the yota modem signal, be sure to read the thematic forums. Usually they describe a lot of tips that increase the speed of data reception. To improve this setting, it is recommended:

Remove electronics near the modem.
Put the device in a high free place, equally remote from all corners of the apartment.
Disconnect all devices from the network.
Set a password for the Internet.
Connect additional routers.

How to strengthen the signal of the Yota 4G LTE modem with your own hands?

Strengthen the power of communication you can create with your own hands. To do this, it is enough to use an antenna that can be assembled at home. In turn, the LTE amplifier will increase the signal even far from the translator. You can purchase a ready-made device that is sold on the Internet and specialized stores. However, homemade will not cost too much, but works the same way. Place your modem under the antenna and enjoy a faster connection. Experiment to find the most convenient and advantageous location.

You can create an antenna yourself from an ordinary aluminum tin can. It must be thoroughly cleaned, and then carefully attached to a wooden or metal pole. Place it as high as possible above the house. Attach the device to the modem so that it receives boosted data.

Yota uses a 4G connection using a high frequency signal - the LTE standard. Long Term Evolution - a long-term development, based, in turn, on mobile network technologies such as GSM / EDGE, UMTS / HSPA.

This format allows you to achieve speed (under favorable conditions) − 326.4 Mbps - in file download mode, 172.8 Mbps - during upload. With a time delay at the time of data transmission - 5 ms.

Most of all, such networks are popular in small countries - South Korea, Japan, Kuwait. This is due to the main problem of this wireless protocol: base stations operate within a radius of about 6.8 km, given that Russia uses the most popular bands LTE2600, LTE1800 MHz.

In this regard, if there are difficulties with receiving / transmitting the Yota signal, you have to look for options to improve the signal. If simple methods (updating software, drivers, removing indoor obstacles, etc.) failed to cope with problems, then it may be necessary to use amplifying equipment - an antenna and a signal amplifier for Yota.

How to choose and not be deceived

The main parameter for antennas is the gain. A special unit of measurement is provided - isotropic decibel (dBi). So, if someone is trying to sell an antenna for Yota in the form of a small box and at the same time guarantees a gain of almost 80 dBi, then this is a clear deception. As an example, imagine an antenna with a small gain in 25-30 dBi at 2500-2700 MHz range, so its size will be almost 2x2 meters. The laws of physics are hard to ignore.

Without going into details, we can say with confidence that among the available products there are no antennas that amplify the signal by more than 20-25 dBi. All the offers of "storytellers" sellers about special signal amplification technologies are pure bluff. After all, the buyer will not be able to verify the veracity of these assurances, especially within the street market or online. Especially if he does not understand the technical features of the amplification process.

If you spend some time on the net, then there is an opportunity to choose Chinese models. In some cases, factory-made devices can be of quite decent quality. However, you should carefully study the reviews of specific users of these models (owners of Yota modems), but not on sites with recommendations where you can stumble upon purchased (fake) reviews, but on thematic forums dedicated specifically to antennas for Yota.

Another thing worth mentioning is the warranty period. When buying products on the market or on little-known shopping sites, the guarantee is very conditional. Problems may arise when buying online and on foreign Internet portals. It is extremely difficult to prove anything. In the case when the product is purchased in a normal store, it is necessary to ensure that all documents are properly executed: with dates, the signature of the sales consultant and the seal of the company.

Types of systems

Antennas and amplifying kits for Yota can be divided into groups:

Directional antennas 4G panel type. It is possible to work in 3G mode if the 4G signal is too weak or absent. The gain factor (KU) is about 13-19.
Antennas are parabolic. Gives good signal amplification, even if the base station is far away. One of the downsides is the price.
Antennas are omnidirectional. A good universal type on a magnetic base. Provides medium signal amplification, it is better to use when the signal from Yota is present, but not stable. Can be used in cars.
Indoor antennas. Connect to modems via USB cable. The simplest option.
Antennas for Yota with a modem or router. Good for those who only plan to use Yota services, but have not yet purchased a modem. In this case, there is an opportunity to save a little, since the combo device will cost a little less than when buying separately.

Antennas are tuned, as a rule, automatically after connecting to the modem, or with minimal human participation using programs and drivers attached to the antenna or kit for amplification.

Some craftsmen make antennas for Yota on their own. Sometimes even satellite TV dishes are used to amplify the signal, connecting them to the modem and setting them up.

Tower Features - Directional LTE Antennas

Without going into technical details, it is easier to explain how provider-client communication works this way.

First of all, you need to understand that it is the Yota operator’s equipment mounted on the transmitting tower that determines whether it is generally possible to ensure normal communication quality with the subscriber and with what power the client’s modem / router should work. One of the main parameters in these calculations is the estimated time. This is the maximum possible time with which the signal is able to get from the Yota tower to the user's device and return back.

In fact, for Russia, the distance between the tower of the Yota operator and the modem is up to 20 km. However, this is the maximum under ideal conditions. That is, when the tower is at a considerable height, there is no interference in the signal path and the load on the operator's equipment is minimal.

However, even if these conditions are met, the communication speed will be less than the declared one. Suppose Yota gives output signal 20 Mbps, the subscriber can receive a connection at such a speed (± 3-5 Mbit / s) only under ideal conditions at a distance to the modem no more than 3 km from the operator's transmitting antennas. Only the use of powerful kits such as MiMo will increase the distance to close to 20 km.

The use of powerful narrowly directed antennas for Yota (with a gain of more than 20 dBi) makes sense only if the installation and configuration will be carried out by specialists. Since the angle setting error is limited to 1-3 degrees, falling into this range will give either a ragged, unstable signal, or its complete absence. This means that it is better to use simpler directional kits with a lower KU, but with a wider installation angle. (at least 35-40 degrees).

Distinctive features of a good antenna

The main thing is high-quality and stable signal amplification. At the same time, if possible, the product should not take up too much space, require constant manipulations to set it up or move it around the area of the apartment / house.

Electronic parts must be manufactured in accordance with current standards, this is important, as some elements (capacitors, diodes, etc.) have a certain service life.

The quality of the complexes should be guaranteed by the manufacturer, it is desirable that there is a support service that can solve all the difficulties by phone, online or by calling the master at home.

Is it worth getting the cheap one?

We will not consider antennas for Yota of the "noname" class, bought at the nearest flea market or on dubious Chinese sites. For the vast majority of them will soon end up in the trash. It is not even possible to repair some types, since upon opening it turns out that the board is filled with something incomprehensible, and the elements used are not marked.

Inexpensive factory devices are usually not designed for long-term use - the presence of budget materials and radio elements in the design affects. Therefore, if the signal amplifier is used sporadically, not at full capacity, then it makes sense to buy a cheap complex, especially if there is simply no money for an expensive and high-quality device. However, in this case, you need to be aware that the device may fail at the most inopportune moment.

If active use is planned - with downloading large files, videos or the need for round-the-clock server support, then a cheap antenna complex may not be able to cope with the task. The working board will overheat under load, the amplification efficiency will be lost.

What is a signal reflector and why is it needed

The so-called signal amplifier or "reflector" is a frame or panel that, when placed in its coverage area of the modem, should receive the reflected signal, transmitting it to the modem's antenna.

Important! As practice shows, such devices do not give special advantages. Unless in very rare cases - by 5-7%.

With the same success, you can use homemade beer cans and pots.

Signal repeaters - repeaters

They work as reception stabilizers. The complex consists of a receiving antenna, which transmits it to a “repeater”, which transmits it to the indoor antenna of the room modem, simultaneously clearing the signal from interference and, if possible, amplifying it.

Important! The receiving antenna from the kit should be installed so that it covers as much space as possible, at the maximum height.

If the installation is carried out in a multi-storey building, then repeaters must be installed on each floor.

Such kits can work in 2G mode for mobile communications, 3G and 4G for the Internet.

MIMO signal amplification

Multiple Input Multiple Output (multiple input - multiple output).

Important! The basic principle of MIMO is the use of a complex of antennas to receive and transmit signals separately. The point is that the streams of receiving and transmitting do not interfere with each other, and the bandwidth of the channel (another important parameter of the network connection) increases.

Solutions based on this technology will give a confident amplification, even if the Yota tower is at a distance close to the maximum allowable. Factory output gain is one of the highest in the range available to the non-professional devices - up to 15-20 dBi.

However, keep in mind that MIMO support for 3G networks is not very good, so 3G devices will work somewhat slower than Yota-enabled models.

MIMO antennas are:

Single-block - the whole complex is in one device, you only need to fix it in a place where the signal is well received.
Spaced - they look like two antennas that are mounted in the direction of the Yota operator's tower. The difficulty is that it is difficult for a non-specialist to install such a complex correctly, so you will have to carefully study the documentation or invite the firm's masters.

Another feature of MIMO kits is the need for a special optical cable and its proper connection to the modem / router. Poor installation will adversely affect the ability to amplify the signal, losses may occur during its movement along the cable.

Connection via contactless adapter

A contactless adapter is connected in cases where there is a good connection with the Yota provider on the street and you need to bring a cable into the house.

The modem is placed in the adapter, an antenna cable is mounted to it (to the adapter), and a USB cord is attached to the modem.

This method is also good because it allows you to connect almost any LTE antenna to a modem that does not have an antenna output. No need to open the case of the device and void the warranty.

This is one of the most budgetary ways to improve Yota communication quality. However, this may reduce the speed of the Internet due to the loss of part of the signal. That is, we get a confident signal without jumps, but at a lower speed.

Antenna with built-in modem

These complexes consist of a modem/router and an antenna. They are a versatile device. It should be purchased if the signal strength of a regular modem is definitely not enough for comfortable work with Yota.

It is a device in the form of a block with connectors. Usually connected via USB to a computer or other device.

There are models of external units with two antennas that are connected via LAN to a router or a computer network card. These devices do not require a separate power supply, since the PoE interface provides simultaneous transportation of both the signal and the supply current over a twisted pair cable. Moreover, it is permissible use wire up to 100 m long. Such solutions, although not the most budgetary, are quite effective and reliable. e. The only negative is their high cost.

Antenna upgrade, soldering

If you have experience with a soldering iron and need to improve the performance of the modem antenna, you can disassemble its case and, for example, install an external antenna instead of the built-in one.

Attention! If you disassemble the case, the existing warranty on the device from the manufacturer will be lost.

Modernization with direct intervention in the design will make sense if there is a clear understanding of the goal. For example, if you need to embed an external antenna into the device without outputs for it.

Along with the introduction of an antenna into the modem, other problems occur. For example, the Yota-antenna Connect-2.0, a popular device with many functions, categorically refuses to work with modems from other companies. Convenience lies in portability and special connection. The modem is connected not to the computer, but to the antenna itself. And from it - through the cable - to the computer. But the solution was still found. The antenna housing is disassembled and the Yota controller is carefully soldered with a soldering iron. Now the complex will work with any modems.

How to DIY

Craftsmen have come up with many designs for Yota that anyone can repeat, the efficiency of these antennas is different and depends on the initial conditions (the availability of the provider's transmitter, the presence of interference, the quality of the source materials, the brand of the modem).

Kharchenko's design

Considered very successful. However, it is worth noting that the inventor created it for other purposes - to catch a TV signal in 1961!

Practical recommendations may vary, based on thick copper wire. Its diameter is 3-5 mm. Sometimes Kulibins use copper tubes, a variety of strips, corners and profiles from various materials, that is, everything that can be found in a home workshop.

Two squares are bent from the wire, after which both of their vertices must be soldered together. We get a frame 2-diamond-shaped structure. To calculate the dimensions (depending on the frequency), use the calculator for the Kharchenko antenna, available on the Internet. Connection to the modem is carried out using a high-frequency cable, which is soldered to the center of the frame, the other side goes to the modem.

Attention! This design can be combined with a reflector (screen, reflector) to improve the efficiency of signal reception from Yota.

Simple can antenna

Many Yota subscribers assure that this type really works. The above design will require a 1 liter aluminum can (other sizes can be used, determined by calculations).

The upper part must be cut off, at a distance about 40 mm from the bottom and make a rectangular hole (if the section of the existing Yota modem is a rectangle). These dimensions are suitable for 4G, but you can use the virtual calculator for "canned" antennas.

reflector design

Here you will need a mesh MMDS reflector, a rod for it and fasteners. The tip of the mounting tube-rod is adjusted to the shape of the modem. Next, saw off the tube so that the tip of the modem is at the focus of the parabola - approximately 41 cm. A USB extension cable (no longer than 3 m) should be laid through the pipe, and the modem should be covered with a plastic jar like this: we fasten the lid from the jar with a hole drilled in advance along the diameter of the pipe on the bar (for example, with electrical tape), and screw the plastic jar itself onto the lid. We fasten an unnecessary CD to the bottom of the bottle as a reflector.

All that remains is to properly fix the device in the most suitable place and connect it to the modem. Some testers managed to catch the signal of Yota transmitters reflected from neighboring buildings.

Common mistakes when assembling systems - correct cabling

The most common errors that greatly reduce the quality of Yota Internet communications include:

The use of low-quality connecting devices - pigtails when laying the cable to the modem. There are a lot of Chinese adapters of disgusting quality, but with an attractive price (100-200 rubles).
Excessively long cables and an abundance of connections and even twists on the modem-antenna line.
During installation, the number of connecting elements should be minimized. The length of cables is another factor that negatively affects the speed of communication with Yota. Interestingly, under certain conditions of improper assembly, you can get not an amplification of the signal from Yota, but, on the contrary, its attenuation, which will make the entire installation and money spent meaningless.
Use of chrome contacts.
For Yota, be sure to use contacts coated with beryllium bronze. Even high-quality assemblies with other types of contacts will start to overheat after a while, and at the same time there will be a drop in power. Sometimes there may be an effect in which the download occurs at normal speed, and the speed of uploading files (Upload) will drop.
Installation of the “correct” bronze connections with chrome-plated contacts will lead to a mismatch along the antenna-cable line (SWR parameter - standing wave ratio) - again: the modem will start to heat up, and the Internet will slow down.
Chromed connectors are used only for operation at frequencies of 450 MHz. Yota uses much higher frequencies.
Leaky assembly of devices placed outdoors or non-compliance of rubber seals with special standards, in other words, cheap rubber seals dry out over time, lose their shape and crack from temperature and humidity changes, liquid gets inside the device. This happens most often when the warranty period has already expired, and the manufacturer will not be responsible for the suddenly “dead” device.
The antenna housing is not filled. As practice shows, hollow antennas work much less than filled ones. Condensation will not form inside, parts will not be damaged by excess moisture.
Poor solder quality. Manually it is rather problematic to provide the necessary stability when soldering pigtails, their different resistance is again a negative effect on communication with Yota.

Why is the modem heating up

A situation may arise when there is no heavy load on the network, and the Yota modem is still heating up. To better understand, let's use an analogy.

If we imagine all signal-transmitting cables, pigtails, soldering points as interconnected water pipes, then signal consistency is the maximum correspondence between the internal diameters of these pipes. The greater this correspondence of diameters, the more efficiently the signal-water flows, the less losses to overcome obstacles.

Considering that the real signal does not flow, but pulsates (when downloading, for example, the incoming stream is greater than the outgoing one), then in case of mismatch (conditionally - with different pipe diameters), part of the energy that did not reach the antenna returns back, involuntarily heating the parts modem.

Of course, it is impossible to achieve the perfect layout, but it is necessary to strive for this when assembling.

As a result, it is worth noting that when choosing an antenna for Yota, you first need to analyze where the nearest operator tower is located, at what height, is it possible to install a signal receiver outside the house / apartment, in which direction you need to catch the signal.

The official website of the Yota operator provides a network coverage map throughout the Russian Federation. Moreover, the coverage areas for the 2G signal, 3G and 4G are shown separately. And in the online store on the site there are several models of branded devices: modems, routers, antennas and amplifying complexes. On a separate map, you can find points of sale for individuals or legal entities that are located on the territory of the country.

It may be worth looking at various forums on the Internet if there are people who have encountered problems finding a signal in your city, how they solved (did not solve) the problem; ask a question to Yota technical support, perhaps new transmitters will be placed in the near future.

If the Yota transmitting station is nearby, but the signal is still bad, there is a possibility that the problems lie either in the location of the modem, in the presence of any strong interference near the house, or possibly in the wrong configuration of the router / modem or too high network load. For example, there are too many devices claiming one Internet connection. Perhaps the router or firewall is not configured correctly, you need to diagnose networks using the appropriate software, you can try to completely disable the firewall and see if the signal is better. If there are any computer malfunctions (which rarely happens), you should try connecting another computer or laptop to the Yota network.

Ideally, the search for errors should be carried out from simple to complex. And if there is no desire to independently search for faults and upgrade the complex for receiving a signal, then you should contact the appropriate companies, whose specialists will do all the necessary work on the road to your home or office. This will save both time and money.

If you are an adherent of a high-speed Internet connection, then your choice will definitely fall on 4G networks or LTE (Long Term Evolution - “long-term evolution”). This is the latest standard that provides the highest possible speed of receiving and transmitting data today. However, do not forget about the quality of the coating. If there are many obstacles in the place where the Internet is used that complicate signal transmission, then the money spent on connecting and paying for an expensive 4G network will be in vain. There is a way out: it is enough to amplify the signal of a 4G modem, and you can enjoy all the benefits of high-speed communication.

Selection Options

When it comes to choosing a quality device to ensure an uninterrupted signal, many people first of all pay attention to expensive models. But does 4G modem signal amplification always cost a lot? When choosing high-quality equipment, first pay attention to such key characteristics:

signal gain. However, it is worth remembering that devices with a high value of this parameter are more difficult to correctly direct to the desired Yota operator station;
modem and amplifier compatibility;
the quality of the LTE antenna, the configuration and the power it can provide. The operating frequency range and the number of standards that the equipment can work with are also important. The antenna is selected depending on the geometric features of the room and its size;
Terms of Use. Boosting a 4G internet signal can be more or less effective depending on how the operating rules are followed;
polarization;
characteristics of the material from which the device is made;
the presence of a built-in Yota modem.

Whatever the task is - amplifying the 4G signal in the country, in an apartment or in an office space - a team of YS Service specialists will help you choose the best solution, taking into account current features. The company's customers are not accustomed to understanding the technical parameters, as well as the intricacies of installing and configuring equipment, as they trust specialists. Your task is to get the result, ours is to do the job perfectly.

Installation Features

Strengthening the 4G Internet is a delicate matter that requires special knowledge and training. Buying the entire installation kit, even if it is perfectly matched, is not a guarantee of success. The antenna for strengthening the Internet should be located at the highest point of the building or attached to the facade with the obligatory fulfillment of the main condition - line of sight of the base station. Only if this condition is met, the reception and transmission of the signal will be successful. However, with self-installation of equipment, there are often cases when the opposite effect occurs: the quality of communication only worsens after configuration. Troubleshooting is much more difficult than preventing them, so trust YS Service professionals. Believe me, it will be much faster and more profitable.

Strengthening 4G in the country is not always possible. Sometimes the signal drops below the thresholds. What then? Stay without internet? Many routers will automatically reconnect to 3G when the network level is low, so there is no need to compromise and deviate from the priorities of a high-speed connection, because you can always stay in touch, regardless of connection quality drops.

YS Service offers a full range of services, from assessing existing coverage to specific suggestions on how to boost your building's 4G signal. We not only carry out all measurements and provide high-quality advice, but also take responsibility for installing the necessary equipment. Within 60 minutes after the start of installation, you will be able to enjoy all the benefits of high-speed Internet from Yota.

There are situations when the Internet speed does not meet the needs of customers. In this case, you should think about how to amplify the Yota signal. But before thinking about whether a Yota signal amplifier is needed in this or that case First, you should pay attention to the following factors:

the presence of obstacles in the room;
remoteness of the station;
weather;
network stability;
speed fluctuations;
the number of devices used.

If none of the above is manifested, then nothing needs to be strengthened. Otherwise, you need to decide how to amplify the signal. Basically, an amplifier is required for the lu150 4G modem.

In the event that the Yota signal level is low, you need to use an external antenna, which will help increase the modem signal and make it more stable. To increase the Yota signal level, the use of antennas is considered an effective way. But there are situations when it is enough to place the connected Iota modem on the street.

You can buy an amplifier in the communication salon. Branded equipment for these purposes costs a lot of money and subscribers do not always have such an amount available. If it is not possible to purchase an amplifier, you can make it yourself. Moreover, this can be done from improvised means. Do-it-yourself Yota signal amplification is much more effective than purchased in a store.

Do-it-yourself signal amplification

Do-it-yourself antenna for Yota can be made from the following items:

pots;
aluminum basin;
foil;
beer can.

Before proceeding directly to the creation of the amplifier, you need to prepare the following tools:

Screwdriver Set;
soldering iron;
glue gun.

In order for an external antenna for a modem from Yota to meet the expectations for its construction, it is necessary to have a high-frequency antenna cable, copper wire, and a plastic pipe. Another important point worth knowing is the broadcast frequency and the diagram of how to connect the antenna to the Yota modem. There is a lot of information on how to connect the antenna directly to the device on the Internet.

The self-made antenna for LTE Yota from Kharchenko is considered the most effective. It is a figure eight made of copper wire, which must be attached to the reflector. When making a figure eight, you need to clearly maintain its dimensions. The only drawback is that in this case it will be necessary to connect the cable to the connector, which is located on the case. If there is no such connector, you will need to solder the cable to the internal board. As for the advantages, your signal amplifier for the Yota modem can be placed at a high altitude, which will help enhance signal reception even more.

The Yota antenna can also be made from an old waste pot with a capacity of about three liters. In addition, an aluminum basin or a cardboard box may be suitable, which must first be pasted over with foil. The modem is placed in the center. If necessary, you can change the orientation of the Yota 4G modem inside the reflector to the desired indicators. Soldering is not required in this case. The device is attached with a glue gun or improvised materials.

Another option for designing an amplifier is to use an aluminum can. She needs to cut off the top, and make a side cut backing 40 cm from the bottom. Place a modem in it and connect an external antenna to the computer. To check the indicators, you need to go to the page, which is located at 10.0.0.1., and perform testing.

Now you know how to amplify the 4g modem signal and you can easily and quickly use one of the methods described above to get the maximum Internet connection speed from Iota.