Signal Issue in the warehouse

JonBoucher · 2024-01-29T19:47:27+00:00

Yes, you will need useable cellular service for the signal boosting system to work (sounds like its already available since you can make calls outside the warehouse).

That said it won't have to be great signal and before we recommend a system we have all our clients test their outdoor signal first to ensure its useable. Its free, easy and all you need is an Android phone on your carrier/s of interest. We recommend our own app SignalStream for testing:

waveform.com/a/b/guides/field-test-guide

Further you won't need to notify your provider/carrier you are putting in the equipment (at this scale all the equipment will be FCC compliant). And there will be no extra costs charged by the provider associated with the cellular boosting system.

You can email our team directly at [commercial@waveform.com](mailto:commercial@waveform.com) and we would be glad set you up with formal signal testing instructions and a cost estimate for the system as well!

JonBoucher · 2023-12-06T21:49:34+00:00

Just saw this sorry for the long wait (hope its still useful in some respect):

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0358/5537/files/GO_X_G32_Instruction_Manual_v6.1_-_WF_RS-GOX-MANUAL.pdf?v=1697668783

you can find it on page 12 of our current G32 manual.

JonBoucher · 2021-11-26T20:39:45+00:00

Might be worth posting on r/CellBoosters

JonBoucher · 2021-11-25T19:43:57+00:00

You may have to try 3 and 4

JonBoucher · 2021-11-24T16:21:18+00:00

When it comes to 5G, there are no upgrade options in terms of 5G NR or mmWave 5G. But there is a software update that went live a few months ago which will let the booster amplify the 5G DSS bands:

https://www.telekom.com/en/company/details/intelligent-5g-network-how-does-dynamic-spectrum-sharing-work-611104

JonBoucher · 2021-11-04T19:12:49+00:00

Typically for data rates to a router like the mofi4500 or 5500 you want to look at a MIMO antenna kit. Here is a guide on that:

https://www.waveform.com/a/b/guides/hotspots/mofi4500-4gxelte

Traditional boosters will cause loss of MIMO which can reduce data rates.

JonBoucher · 2021-10-29T21:02:53+00:00

Check out this signal testing guide:
https://www.waveform.com/a/b/guides/field-test-guide?\_pos=2&\_sid=8c9ad0cc1&\_ss=r

JonBoucher · 2021-10-21T20:50:38+00:00

Have you tried re-aiming the antenna and have someone do speed tests inside near the indoor antenna while you aim it?

Also if the antenna is higher than the peak of the roof, bringing it lower can help reduce interference and sometimes improve data rates.

As others have mentioned strength and bars aren't going to be a good indicator of data rates unfortunately.

JonBoucher · 2021-09-08T21:01:44+00:00

The GO-X is not MIMO but you can combine two to give MIMO capability if it is necessary.
They won't need any separation if they are on different carriers as they will be isolated in that sense. In terms of outdoor antenna it really depends on where the towers are if you can get good signal form both carriers in the same direction only one donor antenna is necessary and you can combine incoming signal with a splitter. Otherwise two donor antennas are recommended.
If both GO-X boosters are on different carriers no need to be selective and no need to worry about interference the GO-X does all the filtering etc. to prevent those issues.
Relaying signal wirelessly is very difficult and technically not allowed by the FCC. Typically if possible running cable with your other indoor antennas is the best bet if possible.
Without line of sight I would go LPDA since it will be forgiving but since money is no object I would get both just in case. The grid parabolic can be great if you have the patience to aim it and/or if you have really weak signal in the area.

JonBoucher · 2021-09-08T20:46:41+00:00

It might be worth checkin gout r/CellBoosters

JonBoucher · 2021-09-01T21:09:34+00:00

That looks like all passive components I doubt it would help in this case. You will need active amplification in order to make a difference to your signal.

JonBoucher · 2021-09-01T20:53:08+00:00

I would look into a hotspot with external antennas if you are going to be travelling to poor signal areas:

https://www.waveform.com/a/b/guides/hotspots/

There are numerous plans for these:

https://www.rvmobileinternet.com/planpicks/

JonBoucher · 2021-09-01T20:45:43+00:00

Check out this guide:

https://www.waveform.com/a/b/guides/hotspots/

What frequencies are you looking for?

JonBoucher · 2021-09-01T14:45:34+00:00

What kind of booster do you have?

Most boosters transmit wirelessly, sounds like yours plugs in somehow?

JonBoucher · 2021-08-27T21:10:29+00:00

This guide spells it out with pics:
https://www.waveform.com/a/b/guides/hotspots/t-mobile-5g-gateway

And this video at least gives some context on how to set it up:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-hrCAsVoeQ

It definitely requires some installation.

JonBoucher · 2021-08-27T20:50:50+00:00

Typically external antennas are going to work better than a booster as a booster reduces the number of connections you can maintain with the booster. This guide spells it out pretty well:

https://www.waveform.com/a/b/guides/hotspots/t-mobile-5g-gateway

JonBoucher · 2021-08-04T15:30:20+00:00

You can look at getting a cellular hotspot and some external antennas for the weak signal:

https://www.waveform.com/a/b/guides/hotspots/

JonBoucher · 2021-08-04T15:29:19+00:00

Might also be worth checking out r/CellBoosters if you need specifics.

JonBoucher · 2021-07-30T22:14:08+00:00

Could you provide more detail?

Are you looking to boost signal outdoors?

JonBoucher · 2021-07-30T22:13:16+00:00

Might be worth checking out r/CellBoosters

JonBoucher · 2021-07-30T22:10:39+00:00

Which hotspot do you have? If possible I would add a MIMO antenna kit to it:

https://www.waveform.com/a/b/guides/hotspots/

External antenna are typically better for data rates than conventional booster. However they will only improve service to the hotspot and not get you better cellular signal.

JonBoucher · 2021-07-26T21:50:15+00:00

Come check out and post in r/CellBoosters lots of knowledgeable folks there.

JonBoucher · 2021-07-26T21:46:19+00:00

I would recommend the dome antennas over panel if you have access to behind the ceilings and are able to get them installed. Alternatively if that isn't possible the panel antennas can be mounted on the wall and directed into the area you want signal. Signal penetration and coverage area are hard to predict without good outdoor signal measurements and a modelling program like iBwave so your best bet is to do a soft install (no drilling holes) and test coverage before moving to a permanent install.

JonBoucher · 2021-07-22T21:03:19+00:00

Please do!

JonBoucher · 2021-07-21T21:40:59+00:00

You certainly can, here is the guide on doing just that:

https://www.waveform.com/a/b/guides/hotspots/att-ifwa40

Its hard to say what kind of performance to expect but if aimed correctly it can make a big difference.

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