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by OptimusPrime
Tue Oct 11, 2022 6:48 pm
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: Parabolic Feed Horn No Grid?
Replies: 8
Views: 3437

Re: Parabolic Feed Horn No Grid?

@gscheb How has that feed horn and grid worked out for you?
by OptimusPrime
Sat Dec 18, 2021 3:21 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: T-mobile home internet - external antennas
Replies: 80
Views: 47671

Re: T-mobile home internet - external antennas

cagordon1985 wrote: Mon Aug 16, 2021 12:00 am I need to get back to antenna testing or start a new thread... Promise some results on the 600-6000mhz single horn grids by August 30th hopefully. Work has been beyond crazy.
How has the continued testing gone?
by OptimusPrime
Tue Dec 14, 2021 2:48 am
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: T-Mobile Gateway. 7.5 miles from tower. What Antenna?
Replies: 25
Views: 14871

Re: T-Mobile Gateway. 7.5 miles from tower. What Antenna?

Then L1 and L2 are to different type of parabolic feed that goes down to 700 MHz that is picking up N71. Now this other feed horn doesn't do as well at higher bands like band 2. Which is why I mix matched them. Now this isn't perfect. But the best I found when you need higher gain solution. How is ...
by OptimusPrime
Sun Nov 14, 2021 1:51 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 700 MHZ DIY Double Biquad/Moxon Antennas
Replies: 16
Views: 11885

Re: 700 MHZ DIY Double Biquad/Moxon Antennas

This looks interesting. I'll see if the person can do one for the B71/n71 frequency:

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3584713

I've also asked about a moxon to another poster.

In the end, it would be great to optimize these band but will probably want more full spectrum (panel, lpda, parabolic)
by OptimusPrime
Sun Nov 14, 2021 1:17 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 700 MHZ DIY Double Biquad/Moxon Antennas
Replies: 16
Views: 11885

Re: 700 MHZ DIY Double Biquad/Moxon Antennas

Guess I am confused. "Anyone bold enough to try one for B71/b71 632-678 MHz?" Was talking about the size and supports for the double biquad. Pay no attention to me, I am very amateur at all this stuff. No, sorry for the confusion. I was referring to the moxon. Seems it has better gain tha...
by OptimusPrime
Sun Nov 14, 2021 12:39 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 700 MHZ DIY Double Biquad/Moxon Antennas
Replies: 16
Views: 11885

Re: 700 MHZ DIY Double Biquad/Moxon Antennas

Never gave them a try for 600MHz. The wire gets pretty long at this lower frequency and would require lots of extra support. Wavelength's become longer the lower the frequency, so the longer the antenna must be. But , bet this type of antenna would be pretty good performer. Keep in mind the cbowman...
by OptimusPrime
Sat Nov 13, 2021 11:47 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 700 MHZ DIY Double Biquad/Moxon Antennas
Replies: 16
Views: 11885

Re: 700 MHZ DIY Double Biquad/Moxon Antennas

Anyone bold enough to try one for B71/b71 632-678 MHz?

Another good Moxon reference:
https://gitlab.com/cbowman/uv-moxon-yag ... /readme.md
by OptimusPrime
Wed Oct 21, 2020 12:42 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: WiFiX 1.7-3.8GHz 2x MIMO Parabolic Grid Antenna
Replies: 6
Views: 7255

Re: WiFiX 1.7-3.8GHz 2x MIMO Parabolic Grid Antenna

What do you think of the quality of the dish itself?
by OptimusPrime
Thu Aug 20, 2020 8:15 am
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: New ZBT WG1608 5G-ready router + GoldenOrb firmware
Replies: 218
Views: 168527

Re: New ZBT 5G-ready router WG1608 + GoldenOrb firmware

You could be right, buyers should check the specs carefully before plucking down several hundred dollars for a 5G modem. I've seen quite a few overseas sellers mislabeling the model suffix , so due diligence is highly recommend. There is a -AE version with all the 5G bands with North America the in...
by OptimusPrime
Tue Aug 18, 2020 5:10 pm
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: New ZBT WG1608 5G-ready router + GoldenOrb firmware
Replies: 218
Views: 168527

Re: New ZBT 5G-ready router WG1608 + GoldenOrb firmware

Make sure to get a modem which covers all the 5G US bands. ATT 5G bands n5, n41 (2.5 GHz), n71 (600 MHz) N260 (39 GHz), N261 (28 GHz) TMO 5G bands n41 (2.5 GHz), n71 (600 MHz, not to be confused with the 4G-LTE band 71, since n71 is a much faster 5G band) N260 (39 GHz), N261 (28 GHz) VZW 5G bands N...
by OptimusPrime
Sat Aug 08, 2020 10:53 am
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: New ZBT WG1608 5G-ready router + GoldenOrb firmware
Replies: 218
Views: 168527

Re: New ZBT 5G-ready router WG1608 + GoldenOrb firmware

There is support for it on ROOter. It will work. I am using one right one with ROOter. This is a CAT20 LTE modem as well as 5G.If it can't connect to a 5G signal, you have the CAT20 LTE function. Better because if you're on T-Mobile, this has Band 71. Some CAT20 modems do not. Yes I can get you the...
by OptimusPrime
Wed Aug 05, 2020 11:31 am
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: New ZBT WG1608 5G-ready router + GoldenOrb firmware
Replies: 218
Views: 168527

Re: New ZBT 5G-ready router WG1608 + GoldenOrb firmware

Didneywhorl wrote: Wed Aug 05, 2020 12:53 am If you want a 5G modem, I would go with the Quectel RM500Q
Any particular reason you would favor this over the SIM8200EA-M2?
by OptimusPrime
Mon Aug 03, 2020 8:23 pm
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: New ZBT WG1608 5G-ready router + GoldenOrb firmware
Replies: 218
Views: 168527

Re: New ZBT 5G-ready router WG1608 + GoldenOrb firmware

tambutso wrote: Sat Aug 01, 2020 1:54 am send me a PM if you're interested
For some reason I am not able to send a PM. Please let me know if you supply the SIM8200.

Thanks.
by OptimusPrime
Wed Jul 22, 2020 9:34 am
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: Help Building a 5G router for TMobile
Replies: 13
Views: 12026

Re: Help Building a 5G router for TMobile

LTEnewb wrote: Sat Apr 25, 2020 12:49 pm Thank you.

I ended up buying a SIM8200EA-M2 and Quectel RM500Q. I'll let everyone know what I'm able to figure out.
So, how do these two specifically compare now that you've had them for a while?
by OptimusPrime
Mon Jul 20, 2020 4:18 pm
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?
Replies: 27
Views: 38005

Re: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?

Thank you...I was trying to find this info for EM20-G. I heard that this module does not have production modules, just engineering samples and they will not make production ones. Any idea what that means?
by OptimusPrime
Mon Jul 20, 2020 2:05 pm
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?
Replies: 27
Views: 38005

Re: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?

EM20-G definitely. It has more CA combos and more open so you could change some settings via AT commands whereas LM960A18 is more locked down and has fewer CA combos. Unless you really need band 71 that will significantly increase your output, otherwise I wouldn't even get it and go with EM20-G. I ...
by OptimusPrime
Mon Jul 20, 2020 11:11 am
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?
Replies: 27
Views: 38005

Re: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?

Yipzy wrote: Mon Jul 20, 2020 10:51 am That is correct. I personally attached 4 antennas to it and the speed made no difference at all compare to my EM20-G just to confirm what I already knew looking through the CA combos.
Since you have both EM20-G and LM960 - (not sure of your carrier). What is your opinion of the better modem?
by OptimusPrime
Mon Jul 20, 2020 9:20 am
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?
Replies: 27
Views: 38005

Re: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?

Yipzy wrote: Mon Jul 20, 2020 2:05 amthe second number the Supported MIMO Capability DL
I assume you are suggesting that this second number should be a 4 somewhere in the list to claim 4x4 MIMO?
by OptimusPrime
Sat Jul 18, 2020 6:53 pm
Forum: Questions and Support
Topic: Fibocom L860-GL Antenna setup
Replies: 36
Views: 50621

Re: Fibocom L860-GL Antenna setup

Unfortunately trying to make a living has gotten into the way of side projects in my life. I have not had a chance to spend any time on this project. Hope to get back to projects like this in the near future. Yes indeed. I am sorry to hear of the struggles. I hope you can get back to it soon if not...
by OptimusPrime
Thu Jul 16, 2020 11:40 pm
Forum: Questions and Support
Topic: Fibocom L860-GL Antenna setup
Replies: 36
Views: 50621

Re: Fibocom L860-GL Antenna setup

Almost a month since following....what's the verdict on this one? Any ModemManager/OpenWRT support that can be confirmed and if so, with published speeds?
by OptimusPrime
Tue Jul 14, 2020 11:41 am
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: Telit LM960 build question
Replies: 14
Views: 18766

Re: Telit LM960 build question

LM960, CAT-18, Bands: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B20, B28, B29, B30, B32, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B46, B48, B66, B71 Hi, I notice B25 is not on this list. Is that not supported in the LM960? I thought these were the supported bands: LTE: B1 (2100) B3 (1800) B7 (2600) B8 (900) B12 (...
by OptimusPrime
Mon Jul 13, 2020 1:50 pm
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: Telit LM960 vs Quectel EM20-G
Replies: 5
Views: 3998

Re: Telit LM960 vs Quectel EM20-G

BillA wrote: Sun Jul 12, 2020 11:37 pm the LM960A18 version can do up to 4xCA including band 71.
Hi,
Do you have the link to LM960A18 showing MIMO bands and CAs?

Update: nvm, the one from April does show it. CA_2A-2A-66A-71A
by OptimusPrime
Sun Jul 12, 2020 6:10 pm
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: Telit LM960 vs Quectel EM20-G
Replies: 5
Views: 3998

Re: Telit LM960 vs Quectel EM20-G

Hi...I'm not finding a documentation which shows the LM960 has B71? Was there an updated one floating around?

Update: Sorry I see it. Just no CA with it.
by OptimusPrime
Sun Jul 12, 2020 5:32 pm
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?
Replies: 27
Views: 38005

Re: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?

Hey OptimusPrime, Sorry I haven't been active and saw your question in the other thread just now. I am glad you figured out most of the quirks of this particular modem by the looks of it. I have since moved on to LM960A018 & EM20-G in particular after I found out the T77W968 didn't really suppo...
by OptimusPrime
Tue Jun 09, 2020 11:30 am
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna
Replies: 137
Views: 127199

Re: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna

Sorry, you may be right. I was looking at the ones I have which is just a dipole. https://www.tp-link.com/us/business-networking/antenna-and-accessory/tl-ant2424b/ Forgot this thread was about a different type horn. I did buy a different horn but have not yet put it on. The Wireless Havened Paraboli...
by OptimusPrime
Tue Jun 09, 2020 10:31 am
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna
Replies: 137
Views: 127199

Re: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna

It is a dipole. Nothing printed.
by OptimusPrime
Sun Jun 07, 2020 7:35 pm
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?
Replies: 27
Views: 38005

Re: T77W968 DW5821e and T-Mobile One/Magenta plan, not compatible?

unfortuntely no. I am still looking for solutions to make this card work with T-Mobile. Seller stated this should be an unlocked card, but there is no way for me to tell. I am hoping I could get this flashed to the latest generic firmware, hoping that would work. The Modem has generic firmware alre...
by OptimusPrime
Wed Mar 18, 2020 6:03 pm
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: Has anyone built We826-T2 with Telit/fibocom with LTE modems with success?
Replies: 26
Views: 34466

Re: Has anyone built We826-T2 with Telit/fibocom with LTE modems with success?

Nope, not locked. I am using it right now in an USB enclosure connected to OpenWRT router with ModemManager. Hi, I'm having an issue with getting this out of low-power mode. The Fcc auth is failing in openwrt 19.07.1 and ModemManager 12.6.1. [/dev/cdc-wdm0] received generic response (translated)......
by OptimusPrime
Sat Feb 01, 2020 9:20 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna
Replies: 137
Views: 127199

Re: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna

No worries...I cannot find any spec info on those field horns so hoping someone with one can verify this.

Thank you.
by OptimusPrime
Sat Feb 01, 2020 3:21 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna
Replies: 137
Views: 127199

Re: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna

https://thewirelesshaven.com/shop/antennas/wifi-antennas/mimo-directional-w/adm-1de2427x19-lte-19dbi-mimo-antenna/ I use one of these, and another one that has just type N connectors mounted to the case for each antenna Completely different thing. The thread is about parabolic grid antenna and the ...
by OptimusPrime
Thu Jan 30, 2020 8:24 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna
Replies: 137
Views: 127199

Re: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna

It might be, some of the international manufacturers will offset by 65 degrees or 45 degrees or? Youd have to ask the manufacturer directly. The ones from thewirelesshaven.com are set +45/-45 inside the enclosure. Mount straight up and square. Do you have the link to the thewirelesshaven.com ones? ...
by OptimusPrime
Wed Jan 29, 2020 10:42 pm
Forum: Cellular Antennas
Topic: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna
Replies: 137
Views: 127199

Re: 26 dBi ultra wide-band parabolic grid antenna

Sorry to be so late to this party but I believe I have found the ultimate "need for speed" solution. Time won't allow me to go into all of the details of my journey, but needless to say I have amassed quite a collection of antennas, amplifiers, cables etc. My home is in the mountains, clo...

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