Yota LTE modem for working in the networks of the provider of the same name mobile internet with connectors and adapters that allow you to connect an external MIMO antenna.

This version of the modem was specially prepared by our engineers. Access to the MS-156 connectors located on the modem board is simplified and does not require opening the case. The delivery set includes pigtails (adapters) from the MS-156 connector to the more common SMA-female connector. Based on this modem, a full-fledged 4G mobile Internet amplification system can be assembled.

The kit is based on the branded Yota WLTUBQ-108 modem - a new revision of the Yota One modem, which replaced the popular models LU150 and LU156. Externally, the modem has remained virtually unchanged, but the hardware has been significantly updated.

Unlike its predecessors, WLTUBQ-108 has a removable SIM card in Micro-SIM format. The card slot is located under the flip-out USB plug. The modem also received support for the LTE Cat standard. 4, providing download speeds of up to 150 Mbit/s.

Connection to end devices is possible either directly (the modem is inserted into the USB port like a keychain) or using a Micro-USB extension cable.

The modem operates in CDC/RNDIS mode and does not require installation of additional drivers or software. In other words, after connecting to a computer, this USB modem is recognized as a regular network card. When connecting, the Yota logo appears on top panel modem lights up blue.

Operation in mode network card ensures compatibility with most modern operating systems, including Windows XP SP3 and later and Mac OS X 10.7 and later. To operate the modem on older platforms, you will need to manually install RNDIS drivers.

The Yota 4G LTE modem uses the operator’s proprietary firmware, which allows you to view detailed information about the signal level and connection speed through the web interface at http://status.yota.ru. There you can also change the range of internal IP addresses used by the DHCP server. If desired, users can install a proprietary software to control the modem. Yota application Access.

Yota modems are compatible with many WiFi routers, including the popular model.

Modem characteristics
Communication standard	4G (LTE)
LTE category	Cat. 4 (reception speed 150 Mbit/s)
SIM format	Micro-SIM (removable)
Connection interface	USB 2.0
Ports and connectors	USB plug (male) Micro-USB (socket, for connection using an extension cord) 2 x MS-156
Memory	64 MB
Transmitter power	23 dBm (200 mW)
Power consumption	< 3,5 Вт
Working temperature	from 0°С to +30°С
Size (without pigtails)	82 x 28 x 12.3 mm
Weight	45 g
Equipment	Yota modem 2 adapters SMA-female - MS-156

The Internet is an essential thing for modern man. Many people cannot even imagine their life without access to high-speed Internet. Yota is a modern provider that offers its clients the most favorable conditions. With this operator you can easily find a tariff that suits your cost and connection speed. Some people think that by connecting a modem they can provide Internet to a huge apartment. In this case, an external antenna is required for the yota modem. It will help make the signal strong, thereby increasing the coverage area.

At the official level, Eta does not recommend that users install additional antennas on their modems. But if you still need to increase your connection speed, you can use some tips. If you follow the instructions strictly, you can increase the data transfer speed and reception quality. With the help of modern antennas, you can strengthen the Internet signal over a radius of up to 15 kilometers. This allows you to speed up your connection to the network and provide each user with a stable and high-speed connection.

Before installing the device, check whether the external antenna is suitable for the yota 4g modem. Not all antennas work with this operator's support cellular communication. To do this, consult with the seller before purchasing. If you don't want to take risks, use third-party help. Many organizations are willing to help you for a small fee. A specialist will accurately set up high-speed Internet access for you quickly.

Some users still want to try their own hands and try to connect the antenna themselves. Sometimes their actions do not bring any results - the data transfer speed does not change, and the money has already been spent on purchasing components. The reason may be a suitable device, incorrect software installation, or incorrect DIY installation. Because of this, we recommend using the help of a specialist.

How to use a signal reflector?

Internet signal amplifiers will help speed up the Internet and increase coverage area. These are devices that take over the Internet and distribute it over long distances. You can purchase the device at any electronics store. Keep in mind that not all devices will really improve your connection speed. Many of them do not show any results, despite the high cost. The signal reflector works like this:

• Insert the gadget into the USB connector of the Yota modem.
• Prepare a slot for installing an antenna.
• Use an extension cord to connect the cable to your personal computer.

The antenna must be installed directly next to the data transmitter so that it can more actively distribute the signal. Despite the manufacturers' statements, using the device does not provide a powerful improvement in communication. The improvement from using the antenna is not at all better installation an ordinary tin can or colander. Because of this, the antenna for the 4g modem is less popular.

Connect an external antenna to the modem via a contactless adapter

It is not always possible to amplify the signal using an antenna. The method is only suitable for devices that have a USB connector. If it is not there, then you cannot use the method. To increase the data transfer speed on a modem without USB ports, you can use contactless adapters. They work like this:

1. Install the antenna outdoors. Set it as high as possible, the direction does not matter.
2. Using a high-frequency cable, connect the antenna to the adapter included in the kit.
3. Connect the modem and computer to each other via a USB extension cable.
4. Install a modem from Iota inside the antenna adapter.

If you have the slightest knowledge of technology, you will be able to connect the device. Keep in mind that it is impossible to guarantee an increase in Internet speed and coverage in this way. Many gadgets are ordinary dummies designed to pump out money. They may reduce the quality of data transmission. If you need faster internet speed, change tariff plan. This way you are guaranteed to get an increase in 4G LTE speed.

Today the coverage area of ​​third and fourth generation networks mobile operator Iota occupies an impressive area. At the same time, the company's management is constantly working to increase the number of base stations in order to expand the territorial coverage of services and improve the quality of communication in the places of presence. As a result of the implemented measures, the signal improves and the speed of wireless communication increases. wired internet. However, it is still not possible to catch it everywhere, and in some small towns and even areas of large cities there is a signal, but it is very weak. Even the fact that the purchased Yota 4G modem already has a built-in amplifier is not always able to save the situation. It is in such cases that an external antenna is needed for Yota. Thanks to this device, the low signal that is caught from the nearest base is amplified, which ultimately has a positive effect on the connection speed.

Such antennas are indispensable for residents of remote areas of settlements; they can also be installed in a country cottage. Such a device is especially useful when there is no possibility of using wired Internet and the quality of wireless is unsatisfactory.

The role of external antennas for Yota can be performed by both factory devices and those made by yourself. The advantage of the former is their accuracy and high efficiency, but the latter allows you to save money and at the same time get a relatively good 4G connection.

Reasons weak signal and low speed are:

• network congestion;
• great distance from the settlement base station;
• modem location;
• dimensions of the room and the material used to make the walls, their height and thickness;
• the presence of interference in the signal path, such as multi-storey buildings, high-voltage poles, forests;
• connecting several devices to one router or modem.

In this case, the following problems are observed:

• the signal is often lost;
• The speed keeps jumping.

If all this is familiar, then it makes sense to think about buying equipment to amplify the received signal or making it yourself. Such a device is a conventional antenna.

On some forums there is an opinion that if the signal quality is unsatisfactory in LTE standard(namely, this is the Internet format supported by the Yota company) it is recommended to consider the option of switching to a WiMAX channel. This position is illogical. Both standards apply to fourth generation. However, LTE was invented several years later, due to which a number of shortcomings inherent in its predecessor were taken into account and corrected. Improvements have affected such characteristics as multiple access, dispatch of frequency resources, power parameters, adaptability, delays, and so on.

Types of antennas and advantages of their use

The Yota operator guarantees users the availability of high-speed 4G Internet. Providing this service is the general mission of the company. As technical support The company offers subscribers 4G modems, routers and antennas for Yota.

Each type of antenna has characteristic properties and has a number of advantages during use. Below is a general classification of industrial, that is, those produced in streaming mode, antennas.

1. Panel MIMO (that is, containing two amplifiers in one housing) 3G/4G directional antenna. The most popular in this category are various models broadband dual-polarization antenna Delta Station 3G/4G. Equipped with the function of automatically switching to a 3G signal in a situation where there is no 4G. Some modifications are designed to operate in two frequency ranges.
2. Parabolic. Such models provide maximum gain and are ideal for use at significant distances from the base, as well as in places where there is a complete absence of signal. The only drawback of parabolic antennas is their high price.
3. Circular omnidirectional. The main advantage of such products is their mobility. They are easy to install, have a magnetic base, and can be installed anywhere convenient, even in the car. The amplification power of the device is low, so they are used mainly to achieve stability of the Internet signal.
4. Indoor antenna. Boosts the signal when connected to a receiving device via a USB cable.
5. Antennas with a built-in modem or Yota router. Such models can be purchased if this device not yet purchased separately. They are not suitable for boosting the signal of an existing modem or router.

If equipment for providing Internet access has not yet been purchased, but is only being considered possible options, then purchasing a universal device is the ideal solution.

HiTE PRO antennas for Yota

These 4G antennas have a built-in modem and support signal reception from all mobile operators. To work, you must insert a proper SIM card into the device. The HiTE PRO antenna for Yota replaces the equipment kit for amplifying the radio frequency pulse.

Such systems are considered to be the most efficient, since the modem is already built into the antenna, and there is no signal loss on adapters and cables. Such an antenna for Yota can increase the speed of traffic exchange on the Internet tenfold, and you can install and configure it yourself, without contacting a specialist. If you already have a separate modem, the need for it disappears.

Using a satellite dish

To strengthen and stabilize the Internet signal, you can use a satellite dish. It is advisable to place it in a plastic container and attach it to the converter. The device is connected to the computer via a USB cable. This solution is especially effective for use in the region, in villages, suburbs and other settlements remote from towers.

The best possible gain is provided by a parabolic antenna with a mesh reflector, however, it is quite difficult to find these on sale, since they were no longer produced due to outdated standards.

The amplification efficiency may vary depending on the dimensions of the dish. For a high-quality connection at a distance of up to ten kilometers from the tower, a dish with a diameter of one meter is enough.

How to connect an external antenna to a Yota modem

An external antenna for amplifying 4G Internet from Yota is easy to install and configure. It is important to adhere to the following rules:

• point the antenna lower than when tuning to a television satellite;
• monitor connection quality using computer program Yota;
• it is necessary to fix the antenna in the direction of the point of best signal reception;
• install the modem so that the USB port is at the end opposite the antenna;
• in case of constant interruption of the signal, the structure should be raised higher.

It is impossible to simultaneously use an antenna to receive a TV signal and amplify the Internet.

Do-it-yourself Yota signal amplification

Aimed at strengthening LTE signal External antennas from Yota for a modem are quite expensive, and not everyone can afford to purchase such a device. Therefore, the antenna for Yota can be made by hand.

First of all, it is necessary to determine the location of the nearest base station, as well as the presence or absence of objects along the way that could become an obstacle to the signal. The presence of interference in the line of sight can turn the idea of ​​installing an amplifier into a waste of time and money. Intensive loading within a populated area reduces the efficiency of the installed antenna several times. Thus, signal amplification at a distance of several hundred meters in a densely populated area of ​​a large city can be comparable to the effect observed at a distance of ten kilometers from the tower for a small village.

If you have problems finding out the location of the nearest tower, you can contact your provider’s service department. The consultants will guide you by the coordinates of the base station and also tell you how to correctly install the external antenna. The same information is available on the provider’s official forum and numerous third-party specialized resources.

Required material and tools

To design a signal amplifier for LTE Internet, you will need the following set of tools:

• soldering iron;
• Screwdriver Set;
• glue gun;
• pliers;
• round pliers.

As for necessary materials, then an amplifier is made from improvised means. You will need:

• pot;
• aluminum can;
• antenna cable;
• cardboard, foil;
• copper wire;
• plastic tube;
• plastic bag.

If this is a remote structure and will be mounted outdoors, then care must be taken to protect it from adverse weather influences.

Antenna for Eta using an aluminum can

An amplifier for Eta can be very simply made from an aluminum can. True, it will be completely useless in conditions of an extremely weak signal, but it is an excellent option for stabilizing the stability of the connection.

So homemade internal antenna for Yota is not suitable for outdoor installation.

To make such a design, you need to cut a hole in the side of the drinks can according to the shape and size of the modem. The distance from the center of the recess to the bottom of the vessel is on average 38-40 mm. The exact figure can be calculated using a special calculator, which can be easily found in a search engine.

The modem is inserted into the hole and secured with a glue gun.

Reception of the signal from the transmitting center to the amplifier should be carried out with a minimum amount of interference.

When setting up the signal, it is necessary to change the depth of the device in the bank and turn the improvised antenna towards the tower in order to achieve the optimal result. You can check the results by taking speed and ping measurements on the official Iota website or special resources like speedtest.net.

The design is connected to a computer or router using a USB extension cable.

Pseudosatellite

The design of the pseudosatellite is very similar to the can design, but its advantage is a larger reflective surface area; in addition, it is used both indoors and outdoors. As a reflector, use a cardboard box covered with foil, a stainless pan, an aluminum bowl or a metal grid.

The modem is mounted inside the 4G/LTE signal amplifier using screws that are inserted into drilled holes.

The modem is placed perpendicular to the ground and parallel to the side parts of the reflector.

If the structure is mounted outdoors, the modem should be protected with polyethylene or a plastic tube.

A correctly directed pseudosatellite is quite effective and significantly enhances the 4G signal.

The Kharchenko antenna is reliable and at the same time very easy to manufacture. In essence, it is a thick copper wire bent into a figure eight. Such a blank is placed on top of a reflector with a metallized surface. During manufacturing, it is very important to strictly maintain the dimensions of the figure eight and set the broadcast frequency in order to reduce possible interference to a minimum. The cable is connected to the modem through a connector. If this is not available, you must disassemble the modem and solder the cable to the board.

Using a Signal Reflector

To amplify the signal, you can use special devices - reflectors. To connect such devices you need:

• insert a modem into the USB connector that is not designed to connect an external antenna;
• connect the USB cable to your laptop or computer.

The principle of operation of the reflector is that the modem installed at the focus of the device receives the reflected signals.

This is not to say that the amplification effect will be very significant, but still the signal will stabilize and become a little more powerful.

You can purchase a ready-made reflective device, or you can make an improvised one, for example, from a tin can, foil or colander.

Disassemble the Yota modem and solder cables from the external antenna to the connectors on the board

Yota modems have special technological connectors. They are needed for testing. If you disassemble the modem and solder an external antenna to the modem board, then this solution will provide a significant signal amplification.

However, this method of amplification also has a number of disadvantages:

• high probability of physical damage to the modem;
• requires the purchase of a cable and adapters;
• There are significant signal losses on intermediate elements (wires, connectors, sockets).

This signal amplification idea works, but it is also quite risky and requires good soldering skills.

If you don’t want to disassemble the modem and connect pigtails, you can purchase ready-made devices that work from the box. The provider offers models for urban conditions, for example, YotaStation M14. But in a village, in a country house or in a private house, it is better to install YotaGrid 24.

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

Navigation

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, access point wireless internet. 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, which 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 backup function may be required when connecting to a wired Internet and quickly switching 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?

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

• presence of obstacles in the room;
• station distance;
• weather;
• network stability;
• speed changes;
• number of devices used.

If none of the above appears, 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.

If 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 Yota modem on the street.

You can buy an amplifier at a communication store. Branded equipment for these purposes costs a lot of money and subscribers do not always have this amount available. If it is not possible to purchase an amplifier, you can make it yourself. Moreover, this can be done using improvised means. Yota signal boost completed with my own hands Much more effective than store bought.

Do-it-yourself signal amplification

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

• pots;
• aluminum basin;
• foil;
• beer can.

Before you begin directly creating an 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 live up to expectations, its construction requires a high-frequency antenna cable, copper wire, and a plastic pipe. One more important point which is worth knowing is the broadcast frequency and a diagram of how to connect the antenna to the Yota modem. There is a lot of information on how to connect an antenna directly to a device on the Internet.

The most effective is considered to be a self-made antenna for LTE Yota from Kharchenko. It is a figure eight made of copper wire that needs to be attached to the reflector. When making a figure eight, you need to strictly maintain its dimensions. The only drawback is that in this case you will need to connect the cable to the connector located on the case. If there is no such connector, you will need to solder the cable to 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 unnecessary pan with a capacity of about three liters. In addition, an aluminum basin or a cardboard box, which must first be covered with foil, may be suitable. The modem is located in the center. If necessary, you can change the orientation of the Yota 4G modem inside the reflector to the desired values. In this case, there is no need to solder. The device is attached with a glue gun or improvised materials.

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

Now you know how to strengthen the signal of a 4g modem and you can easily and quickly use one of the methods described above to receive maximum speed Internet connections from Iota.