Great video, very thorough presentation. I've been considering one of these for a long time to remedy an intermittent at best cell signal at the ol' homestead. You answered most of my questions about how they work. Thanks very much for the well put together video.
We just got back from a 4-day road trip from Summerton, SC to Amity, Arkansas to p/u a JR puppy, the trip there had a bunch of dead-spots. When we built our lake house we included 3 indoor antennas fed off a Wilson amp which provided at least a 3-bar boost. Aiming the outdoor antenna was the hardest part, but finally pointed it to the nearest cell tower (we didn't have a meter). I also have a Wilson booster in my p/u truck.
Glad you went with the Wilson brand. When tweaking the outside antenna; pointing directly to the tower is not always the best signal. Signal waves are like waves in the water so pointing to reflection of a wave or to the side of the tower could improve your gains. Also the vertical or horizontal orientation of the antenna could wreak havoc on how much gain you achieve. most antennas are vertical or horizontal polarized and crossing them can create as much as -20db which is not good for business. I hope the tower you are pointed at is less than 30 miles away or the curvature of the earth along with other natural objects will interfere. These are just tidbits of info I have acquired from years of wireless LAN networking and bridging LAN's over wifi.
That is a strong signal gain. Wilson IMO is the best booster for that use. I also run a booster, love it. You should be all set. If you set up the booster to have battery back up, you will never be without cell service. I bet if you played around with the pointing of that antenna you might get a stronger signal. Don't misunderstand me, you are getting a very strong signal. Download Speedtest app, that will give you your exact data speed. GREAT JOB‼️👍👍. Vinny 🇺🇸 PS, I think on your model you can add several extra internal antennas to put in different areas to give a stronger signal everywhere. One more thing, the taller your exterior antenna is, the better signal you will pick up, especially when your in a valley‼️
Vinny, on of my views recommended an antenna rotor. It was a great idea I wish I had thought of before I put up the antenna. I dont like being up that high but I did pull wires in for one. I just have to work up the nerve to go back up and install one now.
Works great a must have for those of us in the woods , put the power on a back up battery back up power supply, and you will still have communication during power interruptions
Or at least as long as the cell tower has batteries..... Unfortunately I have seen towers go dark too.... then you are just on your own. But the booster can't be expected to solve ALL the world's problems I guess! Lol
Should be able to get LTE with that booster. If not a directional Antena pointed at your tower pulls In stronger signal. If that doesn't help try other Carriers. T-Mobile has become a great Carrier, I had Verizon for years, dropped them due to lousy data speeds. T-Mobile turned out to be the best Carrier in my area. You can try them for free and check them out. GOOD LUCK, Vinny 🇺🇸. PS, you can add extra interior antennas for better indoor signal strength.
Very good explanation of the options and the installation but sheeesh, you gotta be an electronics engineer to solve Verizon's crummy service. Plus about $1,000 to fix the problem. I'm sick of seeing Verizon promote 5G service when us rural folks can't even get reliable 4G. And I'm only 4.5 miles from their tower and no ridges blocking direct line of sight.
Great video. I’m considering the same equipment. I have a one story home and I was wanting to place the antenna on the chimney. My question is about the ground wire and lighting resistor. Where did you install yours and did you consider running the ground to a copper rod in the ground? Any help would appreciated. Any lessons learn would help as well. Thank you in advance
Thanks for sharing, peace of mind for the 'emergency call' I hope you never have to make along with flexibility of provider 2 3 4 & sometime soon maybe 5G the right decision I agree. House is coming along spring around the corner, look forward to the next upload. atvb t ..
Thanks sir. Trying to finish up a few odds and ends to do my spray foam. Then hire hvac and drywall.... just having too many back problems to tackle the drywall for the low profit margin of hiring it out. Hope to see BIG changes soon!
Wise investment. Did the electricians get back to complete their part? Love to see your progress and you always explain what's going on so we'll. The house is looking great!
I am sure it will change my signal strength some. I will have to play with the indoor antenna location and maybe add a second inside antenna once the dry wall is in place.
Is it really worth it once you get wifi and can use wifi calling? Of course if power goes out you may lose wifi….but that money could go to a generator instead.
Can you use a Dish Satellite Internet ?This way you can use WI-Fi and you don't need Signal Booster to be able to make phone calls most phones have this option, I was in a house at New Hampshire rural area no cellular phone signal and I was able to make calls without any problem. (That's where WiFi calling can save the day. Instead of relying on the cellular phone network, WiFi calling and texting use an available WiFi network to place your call over the Internet. Clearly, if you don't have a cellular signal or it's spotty, the ability to make WiFi calls comes in handy)
Interesting!!! We are on top of a ridge so dont have much problem with cell except when driving. Internet service is very poor here with CenturyTel, and this area is blocked out of any improvement.
My understanding is that the 100 X booster does do only one carrier, But one has the ability to change to another carrier without buying another booster. Just works on one at a time so if you change carriers, just change settings on your booster. Then again, what the hell do I know
What's going on man? I subscribed under a new account. Vid's are awesome as always. I have some questions about a footing for a 1400 sq. ft. home/cabin. How do I send you a message or can I email you?? I'm halfway unsure about design on footing. I'll gladly donate to your channel for some help with it if you have time. thanks
Great video, very thorough presentation. I've been considering one of these for a long time to remedy an intermittent at best cell signal at the ol' homestead. You answered most of my questions about how they work. Thanks very much for the well put together video.
I appreciate you taking the time to make the video. It's informative and well made.
I like the way you figure out how to make things happen when working alone. Great stuff!
We just got back from a 4-day road trip from Summerton, SC to Amity, Arkansas to p/u a JR puppy, the trip there had a bunch of dead-spots.
When we built our lake house we included 3 indoor antennas fed off a Wilson amp which provided at least a 3-bar boost. Aiming the outdoor antenna was the hardest part, but finally pointed it to the nearest cell tower (we didn't have a meter). I also have a Wilson booster in my p/u truck.
Thank you! Very informative. Your home is beautiful.
Man it sure is nice to watch your videos. Keep it up.
Thanks Jeff, glad you're enjoying them.
Glad you went with the Wilson brand. When tweaking the outside antenna; pointing directly to the tower is not always the best signal. Signal waves are like waves in the water so pointing to reflection of a wave or to the side of the tower could improve your gains. Also the vertical or horizontal orientation of the antenna could wreak havoc on how much gain you achieve. most antennas are vertical or horizontal polarized and crossing them can create as much as -20db which is not good for business. I hope the tower you are pointed at is less than 30 miles away or the curvature of the earth along with other natural objects will interfere. These are just tidbits of info I have acquired from years of wireless LAN networking and bridging LAN's over wifi.
House looks great brother
Thanks, things seem to be coming together well. Be ready for hvac and drywall real soon!
House looking good. Impressive display for the signal booster.
Thanks for sharing. Very informative.
Great info on the booster, Looks like a wise investment
Wish I had thought to install it LONG ago!
That is a strong signal gain. Wilson IMO is the best booster for that use. I also run a booster, love it. You should be all set. If you set up the booster to have battery back up, you will never be without cell service. I bet if you played around with the pointing of that antenna you might get a stronger signal. Don't misunderstand me, you are getting a very strong signal. Download Speedtest app, that will give you your exact data speed. GREAT JOB‼️👍👍. Vinny 🇺🇸 PS, I think on your model you can add several extra internal antennas to put in different areas to give a stronger signal everywhere. One more thing, the taller your exterior antenna is, the better signal you will pick up, especially when your in a valley‼️
Vinny, on of my views recommended an antenna rotor. It was a great idea I wish I had thought of before I put up the antenna. I dont like being up that high but I did pull wires in for one. I just have to work up the nerve to go back up and install one now.
good that u got u'r internet :) and the house is looking good, i'm so exited for u to keep building
Thanks
Smart way to get the angle.
Thanks, it seemed work well and it kept me off the peak of the roof!
Works great a must have for those of us in the woods , put the power on a back up battery back up power supply, and you will still have communication during power interruptions
Or at least as long as the cell tower has batteries..... Unfortunately I have seen towers go dark too.... then you are just on your own. But the booster can't be expected to solve ALL the world's problems I guess! Lol
I'm looking forward to some more video content--want to see how the house is coming along.
I also got a Wilson booster and love it.
Time for some drywall gonna be nice exelent job man
It's getting real close. I can't wait to see the change.
Antenna rotator. Fairly inexpensive add-on. Must have for your application. You’ll be glad you did.
I agree. Wish I had thought of it before and I would have ordered one.
Cool! We should have done something like that, we ended up playing musical carrier the first two years out here. But it's squared away now.
Should be able to get LTE with that booster. If not a directional Antena pointed at your tower pulls In stronger signal. If that doesn't help try other Carriers. T-Mobile has become a great Carrier, I had Verizon for years, dropped them due to lousy data speeds. T-Mobile turned out to be the best Carrier in my area. You can try them for free and check them out. GOOD LUCK, Vinny 🇺🇸. PS, you can add extra interior antennas for better indoor signal strength.
Very good explanation of the options and the installation but sheeesh, you gotta be an electronics engineer to solve Verizon's crummy service. Plus about $1,000 to fix the problem. I'm sick of seeing Verizon promote 5G service when us rural folks can't even get reliable 4G. And I'm only 4.5 miles from their tower and no ridges blocking direct line of sight.
Great video. I’m considering the same equipment. I have a one story home and I was wanting to place the antenna on the chimney. My question is about the ground wire and lighting resistor. Where did you install yours and did you consider running the ground to a copper rod in the ground? Any help would appreciated. Any lessons learn would help as well. Thank you in advance
Great vídeos as always can you share the link of the product that you described and prices thanks
I added the link into the description of the video for you.
Giving hope to us average joes... good job bud
Thanks for sharing, peace of mind for the 'emergency call' I hope you never have to make along with flexibility of provider 2 3 4 & sometime soon maybe 5G the right decision I agree.
House is coming along spring around the corner, look forward to the next upload.
atvb t ..
Thanks sir. Trying to finish up a few odds and ends to do my spray foam. Then hire hvac and drywall.... just having too many back problems to tackle the drywall for the low profit margin of hiring it out. Hope to see BIG changes soon!
@@ArkansasHomesteader You take care, back issues are not the best pain to deal with I wish you well.
atb t ..
Wise investment. Did the electricians get back to complete their part? Love to see your progress and you always explain what's going on so we'll. The house is looking great!
Great Vid Lots of bucks.....do you anticipate issues when the inside walls are all up?
I am sure it will change my signal strength some. I will have to play with the indoor antenna location and maybe add a second inside antenna once the dry wall is in place.
Maybe could of looked up the manual online for possible tuning...
Many thanks for your exellent videos and exellent work on your homestead. Do you put some Rockwoolin in your indoorwalls and in the ceilling?
Is it really worth it once you get wifi and can use wifi calling? Of course if power goes out you may lose wifi….but that money could go to a generator instead.
Can you use a Dish Satellite Internet ?This way you can use WI-Fi and you don't need Signal Booster to be able to make phone calls most phones have this option, I was in a house at New Hampshire rural area no cellular phone signal and I was able to make calls without any problem.
(That's where WiFi calling can save the day. Instead of relying on the cellular phone network, WiFi calling and texting use an available WiFi network to place your call over the Internet. Clearly, if you don't have a cellular signal or it's spotty, the ability to make WiFi calls comes in handy)
"I can let the wife know when I am coming and going" lol thanks for all the tips.
Interesting!!! We are on top of a ridge so dont have much problem with cell except when driving. Internet service is very poor here with CenturyTel, and this area is blocked out of any improvement.
I need to find out if they plan to do improvements out in my area.
My understanding is that the 100 X booster does do only one carrier, But one has the ability to change to another carrier without buying another booster. Just works on one at a time so if you change carriers, just change settings on your booster. Then again, what the hell do I know
Congrats on becoming Moneytized! Go go go!
please drop link to the signal strength app
What's going on man? I subscribed under a new account. Vid's are awesome as always. I have some questions about a footing for a 1400 sq. ft. home/cabin. How do I send you a message or can I email you?? I'm halfway unsure about design on footing. I'll gladly donate to your channel for some help with it if you have time. thanks
You can email me at arkanashomesteader@gmail.com. I am no expert, but will answer your questions if I can.
Thank You.
Great video. How far are you able to move away from your indoor receiver antenna before your signal drops off?
will the signal drop once the dry wall is installed
I think it's going to depend on where I put the indoor antenna.
what if my house is already built? w
moin super video
Does your Booster also Boost 5G signals
No, my booster does 3g and 4g from all carriers, but no 5g. They may have one that does though, I dont think 5g was quite out when I bought mine.
These Boosters seem SO OVER PRICED TO ME...
...Only $900 Bucks! .... MUST BE A KNOCK-OFF...
To much expensive