Tele2 is a Russian operator known for extremely attractive prices for calls and mobile Internet. This pricing policy provided Tele2 with a significant subscriber base throughout Russia. Low prices on Tele2 services are expectedly reflected in the number of Tele2 base stations, which, in turn, can lead to signal deterioration. And this is already - interruptions in voice communication and a drop in the speed of mobile Internet. How to use Tele2 services and not experience difficulties in receiving a signal? The only right decision would be to buy a special Tele2 amplifier.
What is a Tele2 amplifier?
Amplifiers - the general name for a number of devices for amplifying the GSM / 3G / 4G signal. Depending on the area in which you need to amplify the Tele2 signal, the initial level of the Tele2 signal, the type and number of devices on which you want to get amplification, the type of signal you need to amplify. In this section you can buy the most popular amplifier kits for Tele2. Tele2 amplification is achieved by these kits using a different set of equipment - antennas, repeaters (repeaters) or routers. Separately, you can also buy all the components of the Tele2 amplification system on our website.
The principle of operation of the Tele2 amplifier
The antenna for receiving the Tele2 signal is installed in a place carefully selected by our specialist. The location is determined by measuring the initial level of the Tele2 signal. The antenna receives a signal and transmits it via a cable to a repeater (signal amplifier) or a router (in case the use of a separate amplifier is not required). As a result, at any point in the gain zone, you will receive a stable, confident Tele2 signal.
In the villages, until now, there is no dedicated Internet line in most cases. It happens that the Internet can be connected via an ADSL line, who has a connected landline phone.
In most cases, all rural residents of Russia connect to the Internet using 3G modems. And the farther the village, the worse not only the 3G Internet, but also the usual cellular connection.
To improve the quality of communication, the following amplification principles are used:
- With an antenna.
- With antennas and amplifiers.
- With multiple antennas and multiple amplifiers.
There are ready-made kits, but before you buy them, you need to determine what to strengthen and how. Sometimes one antenna is enough, sometimes not.
You need to know exactly in which range the 3G signal of the selected telecom operator is transmitted, and where the boundaries of this signal are. To check the signal strength, a regular cell phone or a spectrum analyzer will do.
Checking the signal level
Before you strengthen anything, you need to catch something. We determine the range of operating frequencies for voice communication and the Internet. The image above illustrates the entire range of frequencies involved: TV signal, wi-fi, DECT, GSM, LTE, etc. It is important to understand in what range the base station at the point being checked is transmitting the Internet. It can be transmitted in UMTS 900 and UMST 2100.
In Russia, the 3G signal has its own standard: UMTS 900 and UMST 2100.
All smartphones and 3G modems work using both of these standards. In cities, due to the small coverage radius, but more high speed signal transmission and stability with a large number of connections, use the UMTS 2100 standard.
Portable spectrum analyzer SPECTRAN HF-6060 V4, which determines the direction of the antenna
If you are not an installation organization specializing in installing 3G boosters for a one-time connection, you can use a 3G-enabled phone. We activate the built-in Netmonitor function in it.
How to do this on your phone, look on the Internet. Here are the most common codes.
| Phone model | Menu entry code | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iPhone | *3001#12345#*, press "call" | 2g, 3g, 3gs, 4g, 4gs, 5. For firmware versions from 5.0.1 and higher. |
| Android | *#0011# or *#*#4636#*#* or *#*#197328640#*#* | The menu should appear automatically after entering the last character, if not, try another code |
| HTC (EVO, Incredible, Touch) | ##33284#, press "call" | Select a network from the menu and look at the signal level |
| HTC Wizard 8125, 2125 | *#*#364#*#* | The signal level is displayed in conditional values. The higher the value, the higher the signal level |
| HTC Touch | ##33284# | — |
| Samsung C170, X820 | *#9999*0# | — |
| LG C900 | ##634# | If it asks for the password 2277634#*# and press ENTER |
| Nokia 6215i, 6315 | ##2773 | further code 000000 |
When we enter the engineering menu, various information appears, for example, volume level, battery charging, IMEI, wi-fi, phone usage statistics. I do not recommend changing the values.
If you cannot find the settings you need, use another phone. As a result, you need to determine the Rx CH parameter. The first value surrounded by a red frame shows in which range the signal is received. If the value is within 10562-10838 - this is UMTS 2100, if within 2937-3088 - UMTS 900. Having determined the operating range, you can accurately select a 3G signal amplifier, for example, high-quality Picocell 900 or Picocell 2000.
The yellow frame shows the level of 3G signal reception. Having constantly changing dynamic parameters of the signal level, we are looking for the best reception point. Less is better. Ideally, it is better to put the antenna higher on the roof, but you can find points of reliable reception inside the house.
Equipment selection
If you are in a receiving area, it may be sufficient to install a good antenna with a high gain. For example, an AP-1900/2700-17 antenna with a gain of 17 dB but a narrow radiation pattern. Suitable if one base station is installed next to you and there are no other signal consumers nearby.
Directional antenna AP-1900/2700-17 for signal amplification cellular communication
A fantastic result is shown by the AO-2000-11 brand antenna - with a high gain = 11 dB and a circular radiation pattern. Works on the principle of set and forget. Its advantage lies in the principle of operation. It can catch a signal from several base stations at once, which significantly affects the speed of the Internet. No need to look for signal direction.
Omnidirectional antenna, model AO-2000-11 for amplifying 3G signal
In almost 80-95% of cases, when a 3G signal is at least somehow caught, it is enough to fasten a 3G repeater amplifier TAU-2000 from Picocell to the antenna, and you will catch a stable 3G / 4G signal.
To prevent signal loss between the antenna and the amplifier, I recommend using a cable with a large cross-section, the lugs of which are crimped industrial way or a special tool.
5D/FB PVC cable with N-type connector (male)
Ready kits
When you know exactly what type of amplifier you need to buy and whether you need it at all, you can start buying equipment. If there are no retail outlets in your city, buy from online stores or from the equipment manufacturer directly.
Kits can be of several types:
- without amplifier;
- with amplifier;
Wiring diagram for equipment for amplifying 3G signal throughout the house
Consider kits without amplifiers. The structure of such kits includes an antenna, wire. Conveniently, if you have a modem or router, then the cost of amplifying the 3G / 4G signal will be minimal. A set of wires and an antenna will cost you from 5,000 rubles.
Antennas are selected based on the location, number and distance to the base stations. You can always increase this kit with an amplifier, the final price of the equipment will increase, as well as the quality of the received signal.
Antenna kit connection diagram with TAU-2000 amplifier and wi-fi router
You can use any antenna, including those listed when selecting equipment, but it’s better to buy a Huawei E392 modem, although its price starts at 3200 rubles.
Watch a short video of everything stated in the article, if anyone is interested in the subtleties, go to the site indicated in the video clip.
And finally, I will share an observation: buy an antenna and equipment in specialized stores, and not in mobile phone stores, what they sell there does not work.
The Connect antenna is made for the beauty of the interior. The usefulness of this device is questionable. Can only be used as an extension cable for a modem
Ask questions if anything is unclear. Good luck with your shopping.
We find ourselves in various situations in which the speed of mobile Internet is Important, this article is about how to improve Tele2 Internet on our own.
I wrote an interesting article about how I recommend reading it first. Today (information updated on 03/22/2018) Tele2 provides services using 4G, 3G and 2.5G (or EDGE) technologies, each of which has its own speed limit and coverage area. The map can be viewed on the official website of the operator.
In fact, the average speed, as a rule, does not reach a maximum.
True, there are cases when the Internet drops to almost 0. At the same time, Internet access is very, very necessary. How to be in such cases? This is what you can find out more about. The article describes the main methods of amplification, but they are focused more on the modem. What if we use the Internet from our phone?
Here is what the operator himself advises, and we will add.
Tele2 Internet speed, like all operators, depends on a number of factors.
- Weather.
- Distance from the base station.
- The workload of the base station and the network as a whole.
- end user equipment.
- Tariff plan.
- Operator actions.
We cannot influence the weather conditions. Similarly, we cannot influence the workload of the base station. The remoteness to the BS can be reduced, but in 99% of cases it will not be convenient. It turns out that we can influence tariff plan and end user equipment. If your plan includes a limited amount of traffic, check how much is left. If the entire package is used up, the problem is solved by purchasing additional GB (). About which you can read in the corresponding article.
Why are the actions of the operator taken out as a separate paragraph? For some time now, information has been circulating on the network that the aforementioned unlimited tariffs Tele2's are not so unlimited. Look at the photo. It is stated that this is a manual for support workers.
It turns out that there may not be any other reasons for the drop in speed. Note that there are quite a lot of complaints from subscribers about the quality of Tele2 Internet on the network. If your problems are frequent, this is a reason to think about changing the operator.
Now let's look at how to work with the subscriber's equipment.
We offer 5 ways to strengthen the signal on a mobile phone to increase the speed of Tele2 Internet (suitable for all smartphone models).
- The phone is best brought to the window. In addition, if you are below the 5th floor, raise the phone higher, if you are above the fifth floor, lower it. This is due to the fact that any obstacles create interference, the signal is lost, the speed decreases. In the case of the 5th floor, we slightly reduce the distance to the nearest base station.
- Reboot phone. Depending on the phone model and operating system, the firmware may react differently to network events. In some cases, restarting the phone noticeably increases the speed. It will also be useful to close unnecessary tabs in the browser and clear the cache.
- If there is a metal vertical plate near you (1M by 1M or more), then you can bring the phone to it at a distance of 3-5 cm. From my own experience I can say that the speed can increase 10 times! If possible, the plate can be rotated, since it will give the maximum effect when it is perpendicular to the waves.
- Try to move the SIM card to another device (I’ll say from my own experience that the Internet works faster on a tablet than on a phone). Here you can show your imagination, depending on what equipment is available to you. For example, you can install a SIM card in your phone and. OPTION FOR COTTAGES. If the phone can be connected as a router, it can be placed on the roof of the cottage, thereby ensuring the maximum signal level. It remains only to bring food to it.
- Try if this option is available.
It happens that we use the mobile Internet on the move. When driving more than 10 km / h, the speed of mobile Internet is reduced by more than 10 times. You may only need to stop to load the page.
By the way, since the mobile Internet often breaks, it is recommended to use programs that support resuming files when they break. There are many different download managers, they can be found on the Internet. We do not recommend using torrent for downloading files, since Tele2 cuts the speed in such cases if you have not taken care of blocking bypass in advance.
Separately, we mention the features of 4G:
- Your SIM card must support the standard. To check this, dial *156#.
- The smartphone must support operation with the appropriate frequency for the region. The range of the apparatus is indicated in its technical specifications, and the frequency of broadcasting can be found out from the operator.
You can also try to optimize the download speed programmatically.
For smartphones, there are several applications that speed up the connection:
- Internet Booster for 3G on Android;
- Speed-Up-Internet 4G for Android;
- 3G network booster for Iphone.
That's all. If you have something to add to the material presented or you find inaccuracies in the description, please reflect in the comments.
Is it necessary to purchase an expensive gadget when it is possible to get by with a device assembled from improvised means?
Those who have at least an initial level of knowledge in the field of cellular communications will be able to cope on their own. This requires components and tools, as well as a device diagram.
And you can assemble the simplest cellular amplifier on your own. What is required for this will be discussed below.
Antennas to enhance cellular communications
They are one of the simplest devices that allow you to achieve a high-quality signal on any object.
There are two main groups of antennas:
- external;
- Internal.
The former are usually installed on the roof of a building and are capable of providing coverage over large areas. The signal received from the base station is transmitted by the antenna through the cable to the amplifier. This guarantees good quality communication even in areas where it was previously impossible.
What elements does the signal amplification system consist of
It is possible to provide reliable communication in hard-to-reach places for a radio signal, but this will require special equipment. Collected in single system various devices allow you to achieve High Quality signal and forever forget about its sudden disappearance. It is often referred to as a cell phone booster. However, in fact, it is a complex consisting of the following elements:
- Repeater or two-way amplifier, which is an intermediate link;
- External and internal antennas that pick up the station signal and distribute it indoors;
- Power divider or wire splitter;
- N-connectors;
- 50 ohm coaxial cable.
All devices included in the system are divided into two groups:
- Active;
- Passive.
The first includes devices for which operation requires a connection to a power source - this is a repeater, connectors. Antennas, a divider and a cable are called passive. Each system is calculated for a specific object and therefore may have a different number of amplifiers and internal antennas. The best option it is considered one in which the cable of the minimum length is used, since each extra meter of it is a loss in signal quality. This must be taken into account when assembling a cellular signal amplifier with your own hands.
Since all elements are interconnected, it is recommended to install the equipment before finishing, so as not to spoil the interior.
The principle of the repeater
The equipment of this class is in some way a repeater. It processes the received signals and sends them to the base station tower if it is an outgoing call. When a subscriber is dialed, the repeater performs the same function, only the connection is made with the user's gadget.
We watch video simplest way amplify signal:
The signal is received and transmitted by antennas. The simplest signal amplifier cellular network can be assembled by hand. The outdoor antenna receives or sends it to the station, while the indoor antenna is responsible for expanding the coverage area in the room.
How to make a cellular amplifier with your own hands
The use of such a device allows you to achieve high-quality communication in almost any corner of the object. A repeater is especially needed in areas with a poor signal or where it is absent. The advantages of using the system include such features as:
- Strengthening the signal in places where there are frequent interruptions in mobile communications;
- Elimination of interference;
- Improving the clarity of the message;
- Reduced radiation level;
- Longer phone battery life.
But since such equipment is not cheap, many decide to make it on their own.
Watch the video, do-it-yourself manufacturing steps:
In order to assemble a cellular amplifier on your own, you will need components that need to be connected into a single system. How to do this will be discussed next.
What is needed for assembly
If you decide to make the simplest device, namely an antenna, then you will need:
- Wire, but not copper (length 30-40 cm);
- Connection block;
- Cable (up to 10 m);
- Fasteners (for mounting connecting blocks);
- Polymer pipe (20 cm);
- Plastic.
Since in the process of work you will have to connect individual elements, it is worth having electrical tape on hand. After all the components are found and prepared, you can start assembling the cellular signal amplifier with your own hands.
A piece of wire must be bent in the middle by 90 °, so that the result is a rhombus. To do this, retreat from the center by 9 cm in both directions. Then, at the mark, the wire is again bent at the same angle. As a result of the manipulations, you get a rhombus. The ends are bent inward and a block is connected to them. Install it so that in the future you can connect through it. For this, a polymer pipe is cut along one side and a hole is made opposite.
We watch the video, we make an amplifier from cans:
After the antenna assembly stage has been completed, they begin to connect the coaxial cable. At one of its ends, the outer insulation is removed and the outer and inner conductors are connected to the contacts of the connecting block. As a result, the cable becomes a continuation of the antenna.
After that, it remains to install the device on the roof of the house or attach it to a pole and direct it towards the base station of the mobile operator. The last step in making the simplest amplifier with your own hands is to connect the other end of the cable to a plastic plate. And you can start testing.
If everything was done correctly, then as soon as you bring the mobile phone to the amplifier, the signal indicator will increase by 2 or 3 divisions.
Choosing a place to install the repeater
But it’s not enough just to assemble a cellular amplifier, you also need to correctly install it. The efficiency of such equipment is directly dependent on its location, as well as the antennas included in the system. Therefore, before proceeding with the installation, you must make sure that the signal level is sufficient. The easiest way to find out is by making a call from the phone where the antenna is planned to be installed. You can also determine the signal level by the indicator on the gadget's display.
Antenna Installation
But besides this, there are other limitations. For example, the place for installing the amplifier should not be closer than a meter to the heaters.
After planning the location of all components, they begin to lay the coaxial cable. But before turning on the repeater, you need to make sure that all connectors are intact and clean. Do not turn on the device if it is not connected to an external antenna, as it may be damaged. If you need to disconnect the RF cables, be sure to turn off the power.
There are also limitations in temperature regime. If for an external antenna it is from -40 to +50°C, then for the repeater itself it is limited only to positive temperatures. In addition, the repeater can only be installed in a heated room.
Need to remember! An incorrectly assembled system is capable of emitting interference, which affects the operation of nearby stations. Therefore, you should not install it without surveying the object and determining the location for placing all the blocks.
Amplifier setting
In order to obtain a stable and sufficient communication signal at a particular facility, it is necessary to correctly perform all commissioning work. They consist in setting the quality of voice messages and excluding self-excitation of the device.
Watch the video what to do if bad signal, look at the solutions:
The first thing to start with is to make sure that all connections are intact. The power adapter and antennas are connected to the high-frequency connectors. If power surges occur frequently in the network, then a surge protector must be used.
The next step is to adjust the gain. It must be at least 15 dB. The repeater can be configured manually or automatic control. In the first case, the adjustment is carried out using the potentiometer knob and changing the position of the external and internal antennas.
Auto tuning involves setting the gain level so that maximum output power is obtained. In this case, the device will independently adjust to the traffic of the operator's base station.
Network coverage mobile operators not continuous. And no one will make it continuous - it is economically unprofitable. A certain contribution is made here by the features of the propagation of radio waves, due to which zones of radio silence may appear at certain points. Poor cell phone signal reception this problem relevant for many people, especially for those who live outside the city, away from the nearest base stations. Let's try to solve this problem together.
Admission Situation
There are thousands of complaints about mobile operators on the Internet - people complain that they are experiencing communication problems. Unfortunately, no one will make sure that the signal is received everywhere and with the same strength. This is not possible due to economic reasons, this is not possible due to some physical causes. Russian operators in general, they work well, and they have a decent coverage area - this is confirmed by evaluative comparisons with European operators. You just got a little unlucky with the location.
If you complain about the poor signal level of MTS in your area, nothing prevents you from interviewing your neighbors and finding out which operator they use. It is quite possible that Beeline or MegaFon will work much better for you, pleasing you with a stable reception. Even Tele2, which does not always have a wide coverage area, has significantly increased the coverage of its networks in recent years - you can try.
Porting a number to another operator
You can object - they say, I do not want to change the operator, even if the signal of another operator is caught many times better. This is called "to spite my neighbor, I will freeze my ears." Do not change if you do not want to - sit in the middle of nowhere and rejoice at the lack of communication. For others, we can offer a reasonable solution - if MTS is not caught in your area, but Beeline is caught, go to the Beeline office and write an application for porting the number.
The advantages of this approach:
- In 8-9 days you will have a mobile phone working - it will be serviced in the network of another operator, and you will forget what poor network coverage is.
- You can choose a more favorable tariff plan.
- You will stay with your number - it is not necessary to change it at all.
This is the best way to deal with poor cell signal reception, but it will require some preliminary research - you need to decide which operator works best in your area.
Buying another phone
This is not to say that this is the most optimal way to solve the problem with poor signal reception. All modern tubes have approximately the same sensitivity. Therefore, buying another smartphone can result in extra costs. And the talk of Apple fans that iPhones are “caught anywhere” is nothing more than a myth.
Finding a phone with high sensitivity for poor reception conditions is problematic. A few years ago they were, but then disappeared somewhere. People living in remote areas are advised to look for old Cell phones Nokia and Motorola - they were distinguished by increased sensitivity.
- DEXP Larus X2 rev.2.
- BQ Rome BQD-2051.
- Termit Fix Phone v2.
Their cost does not exceed 3,000 rubles, and the antennas sticking out of the housings will provide increased sensitivity.
The most difficult problem to solve is the reception of 3G and 4G signals, since only modern phones work with them.
Using external antennas
External antennas will help improve the quality of voice communication and increase the speed of mobile Internet. They connect to phones equipped with the appropriate sockets. Unfortunately, they are equipped with an extremely limited number of models. Let's see which tubes we can connect external antennas to improve cellular signal reception:
- Huawei ETS5623 is a stationary cell phone complete with an external antenna and a 10-meter coil of cable. The cost is about 4 thousand rubles. An excellent solution for poor cell signal reception.
- Runbo H1 is a very expensive smartphone worth almost 60 thousand rubles, made in a shockproof and waterproof case. It is equipped with a connector for an external antenna.
- Kit MT3020B is another stationary device equipped with a socket for an external antenna, which is supplied in the kit. The cost of the phone is about 5.5 thousand rubles.
We also recommend paying attention to the tubes of the last decade - they were often equipped with antenna connectors (including those hidden under the back cover) to work in conditions of poor cellular signal reception.
Cellular communication is needed not only for voice transmission, but also for access to mobile internet. And if we cannot find a smartphone with a connector for an external antenna, then there are plenty of 3G and 4G modems with them. Literally, you can connect an antenna to every second modem, which will significantly improve the reception quality.
Passive repeaters
The use of passive repeaters allows you to improve the reception of a cellular signal without expensive electronics. Most often, these are home-made devices, which are a bunch of two small antennas. Also, beer cans, copper wire, and some other unthinkable household products are involved in the designs. All this is not serious, and even limits the freedom of movement around the house - you have to talk on the phone when you are directly located next to such a repeater.
There is one more interesting technical solution. If your smartphone does not have an antenna jack, you can do the following:
- Buy one directional GSM antenna and one GSM whip antenna.
- Install a directional antenna on the roof of the house, on a tree or pole up to 10 meters high (the more the better).
- Install a whip antenna in your home.
- Connect both antennas with a cable.
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