4g router

[Chris63]

Good afternoon Funsters
In order to get a better internet signal I’ve been told that a 4g router could be the answer
Any help would be appreciated
Regards
Totthedog

 

[rosalan]

Fibre optics if you want an upgrade if it is available where you live.

 

[Ridgeway]

Fibre optics if you want an upgrade if it is available where you live.

Probably need a very long fibre cable for a MoHo though

 

[Guigsy]

I assume you mean in the van?

A router might get a better signal than your phone. The best way to improve your odds is to get a router with external antenna connectors, then put an aerial on the roof.

And if you're really dependent on a connection (due to work or to keep the kids occupied) then splash out on a spare SIM from a different network. I've got EE, Smarty (Three) and my phone is on Vodafone for backup.

Nuclear option is Starlink...

 

[rosalan]

Probably need a very long fibre cable for a MoHo though

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[TerryReis]

A good internet connection is essential to me so I can keep in contact with my business while I'm away. I have invested in a Netgear Nighthawk router and a directional antenna from McGill Microwave systems. Directional antennas will always give you a better connection than omni directional ones. Basically arrive at site stick the Ariel up on a post connect router, swivel it round until it finds the best signal using an app. I always do a bit of research on signal strength where we are going and purchase a pay as you go sim from that service, although so far it has always been EE. It has worked really well for us in Cornwall, Devon and the Lake District in places where we struggled before. Not posted a photo here before will try this. Morthoe a couple of weeks ago. It wasn't essential there, could have paired to mobile phone but then that would have used all my phone data. If you need to know any more more let me know.

 

[Martin59]

Good afternoon Funsters
In order to get a better internet signal I’ve been told that a 4g router could be the answer
Any help would be appreciated
Regards
Totthedog

I’m taking this model off my motorhome this week, only had it about 18 months fitted by Motorhomewifi, hardly used, I’m getting a different system put in for the TV and internet all in one, so will be up for sale this week.

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[Coastal Cruiser.]

A good internet connection is essential to me so I can keep in contact with my business while I'm away. I have invested in a Netgear Nighthawk router and a directional antenna from McGill Microwave systems. Directional antennas will always give you a better connection than omni directional ones. Basically arrive at site stick the Ariel up on a post connect router, swivel it round until it finds the best signal using an app. I always do a bit of research on signal strength where we are going and purchase a pay as you go sim from that service, although so far it has always been EE. It has worked really well for us in Cornwall, Devon and the Lake District in places where we struggled before. Not posted a photo here before will try this. Morthoe a couple of weeks ago. It wasn't essential there, could have paired to mobile phone but then that would have used all my phone data. If you need to know any more more let me know.View attachment 766658

What difference does the antenna make do you know? Have an M2 and very happy with it only ever found a few places in Europe that I could not pull a signal but always looking to improve

 

[Guigsy]

I've got an Teltonika RUTX50 router and a Poynting Mimo antenna. It switches between the Smarty and EE SIMs. EE are generally most reliable, but when Smarty (Three) gets a signal, it's quick.

 

[TrudeandDall]

Good afternoon Funsters
In order to get a better internet signal I’ve been told that a 4g router could be the answer
Any help would be appreciated
Regards
Totthedog

Teltonica rut950 works for us. It's small has twin SIM ports with multi configuration for SIM switching and runs directly from 12v so perfect for a van..

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[Hettie's Crew]

Another vote for Teltonika, we have the RUT950 paired to a Panorama MiMo antenna.

 

[Orion]

I've got an Teltonika RUTX50 router and a Poynting Mimo antenna. It switches between the Smarty and EE SIMs. EE are generally most reliable, but when Smarty (Three) gets a signal, it's quick.

Similar with a Teltonika RUTX12 twin SIM, dual modem pair with a Poynting MIMO-3-17. I’ve yet to find somewhere that I can’t get a decent network with the RWG Global 200gb SIM, and that includes France, Italy, Greece - and even in the mountains on Crete.

 

[Howard B]

Teltonica rut950 works for us. It's small has twin SIM ports with multi configuration for SIM switching and runs directly from 12v so perfect for a van..

Another vote for Teltonika, we have the RUT950 paired to a Panorama MiMo antenna.

I have the same, not overly impressed with it. On a recent trip to Spain & France my iphone was delivering similar or better speeds in most places we stayed. Maybe i dont have it set up correctly.

 

[Guigsy]

I have the same, not overly impressed with it. On a recent trip to Spain & France my iphone was delivering similar or better speeds in most places we stayed. Maybe i dont have it set up correctly.

Phones get updated frequently. They have the latest LTE additions. But mobile routers use chipsets in their modems that have to be more robust and are updated less frequently. Teltonika kit is very robust, but rarely cutting edge. Hence, when you've got a good signal, a recent iPhone might out pace a Teltonika. Hang 100 users off of it in 45C heat with a weak signal with a lot of interference and the Teltonika will keep slogging away.

 

[Martin59]

What difference does the antenna make do you know? Have an M2 and very happy with it only ever found a few places in Europe that I could not pull a signal but always looking to improve

It’s a better aerial, that’s all I know

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[Two on Tour]

Teletonika RUT955 hooked up to a Poynting puck ntenna here that's working well.

 

[Tombola]

Starlink , its the future Ive tasted it

Starlink ordered… I feel it’s the only sensible option now..

Now that the Camino (Tiekom) service has had its day and the continued roaming data challenges, as well as crappy data service in the UK, I’ve had enough of pratting around as I just want always on, full service broadband wherever I am. So, the solution (I hope) is a Starlink Roam order was...

www.motorhomefun.co.uk

 

[TerryReis]

What difference does the antenna make do you know? Have an M2 and very happy with it only ever found a few places in Europe that I could not pull a signal but always looking to improve

Because a directional Ariel is focused in one direction the signal gain you can achieve is higher. Although to be fair I went straight to a directional one, never tried an omni directional.

 

[Guigsy]

Because a directional Ariel is focused in one direction the signal gain you can achieve is higher. Although to be fair I went straight to a directional one, never tried an omni directional.

Partly with 4G, and more with 5G, direction matters less. The mast has beam steering. The mobile actually takes advantage off of signals bounced off hard objects on the way to your aerial to improve its reception. It's getting very smart.

 

[TerryReis]

Starlink , its the future Ive tasted it

Starlink ordered… I feel it’s the only sensible option now..

Now that the Camino (Tiekom) service has had its day and the continued roaming data challenges, as well as crappy data service in the UK, I’ve had enough of pratting around as I just want always on, full service broadband wherever I am. So, the solution (I hope) is a Starlink Roam order was...

www.motorhomefun.co.uk

When our Motorhome finally arrives there is good chance we will go this way. Although the way it is looking by the time that happens there will also be people living on Mars.

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[Guigsy]

I nearly went for Starlink. But at the moment it's expensive and out of the box it's faffy to set up on AC and put out the dish. Yes, there are hacky mods to roof mount and run from DC, but then you've got no warranty and you've broken the T&Cs. It also needs a fair amount of power, so it's harder leave it on all the time like you can with a mobile router. Maybe I'll switch in a couple of years when the flat mount solution isn't £2500.

 

[MisterB]

Starlink ordered… I feel it’s the only sensible option now..

I'm looking at a similar setup to yours - that looks like the perfect size box for the router. Is it this one with external dimensions 345 x 220 x 126.5 mm? Yes it is, if you want an orange one they are cheaper on eBay (I got a red one before they ran out).... Cheers

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Re the power consumption

Swifter

Or you can hack the inverter to run on 12v. I understand your concern re warranty but from all accounts that I've read, the router isnt particularly good, so it's only the router warranty you would be voiding, not the dish. You wouldn't invalidate the warranty either by not using the starlink router

 

[Chris63]

I’m taking this model off my motorhome this week, only had it about 18 months fitted by Motorhomewifi, hardly used, I’m getting a different system put in for the TV and internet all in one, so will be up for sale this week.

5G Ready Flex​

5G Ready Antenna & 4G Flex Router

• Vehicle or Home Use
• Work From Your Van
• Slim Wall Cradle
• 300Mbps CAT 7
• 4G LTE+ with Carrier Aggregation
• 64 Wireless Devices, 4 Wired
• 50-100m WiFi Range
• LED Status Lights
• Easy to use smart phone app

Good afternoon
What is your asking price
Regards
Totthedog

 

[Martin59]

Good afternoon
What is your asking price
Regards
Totthedog

 

[Martin59]

Hi Chris, new is £449, I would like £175 delivered, I've attached photos of the units, everything works as it should, the rubber got slightly damaged when I removed it, shown in the photo, all it needs is a bit of mastic round it when you seal it to the roof.
Any question or more photos let me know.
Regards Martin

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[Srp111]

Hi Chris, new is £449, I would like £175 delivered, I've attached photos of the units, everything works as it should, the rubber got slightly damaged when I removed it, shown in the photo, all it needs is a bit of mastic round it when you seal it to the roof.
Any question or more photos let me know.
Regards Martin

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Do you still have this for sale?
Thanks Steve

 

[Speve]

Hi Chris, new is £449, I would like £175 delivered, I've attached photos of the units, everything works as it should, the rubber got slightly damaged when I removed it, shown in the photo, all it needs is a bit of mastic round it when you seal it to the roof.
Any question or more photos let me know.
Regards Martin

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That’s a bargain we have the same system and it works really well never lost signal throughout France, Spain And Portugal.

 

[Victor And Margaret]

Being the cheapo git that I am, we ditched BT fibre for a 3 4g router. At home we're getting a steady 65Mb and in the van it obviously varies but usually anywhere between 12Mb to 80Mb depending on location. It's always a good chunk faster than the phones and at £20 month we've certainly got no complaints. 5g is only another £5 a month and the router is better.

 

[Howard B]

Being the cheapo git that I am, we ditched BT fibre for a 3 4g router. At home we're getting a steady 65Mb and in the van it obviously varies but usually anywhere between 12Mb to 80Mb depending on location. It's always a good chunk faster than the phones and at £20 month we've certainly got no complaints. 5g is only another £5 a month and the router is better.

Which router are you using, thinking of doing same with our home broadband.

 

[Victor And Margaret]

Which router are you using, thinking of doing same with our home broadband.

We've got the 4g ZTE MF286. It's certainly good enough - 20Mb faster than the BT fibre was at home and more stable. I'd have preferred the 5g for an extra £5 but because it wasn't available in our area at the time, they wouldn't supply it.