Hi all
I’m about a 6-year PepWave router user on a boat.
About a month ago I changed my PEPWAVE MAX BR1 to the BR1 PRO 5g router.
I use the BR1 PRO 5G router + 2 OMNI-493 external Antennas connected to the routed to A & D input (I ticked the 2 antennas mode box) by 2 different 8-meter cables.
Unfortunately, the new BR1 PRO 5G route internet connection works very severely compared to the old router with the 2 OMNI 291 Antennas.
I can’t understand why.
The internet connection most of the time runs very slow or disconnect from the cellular network very often, and most of the time doesn’t connect to the 5g.
*the AP wifi connection works good and the cell phones and computer keep connected to router always (but no internet )
someone have any idea? Maybe I should change one of the setting?
I’m sailing in Greece area.
*attached some screenshots from the router setting.
the cable you bought (RG-58) is specified up to 2GHz (link). I am not sure what bands are available in your location, but in general this cable does’t cover all LTE mid bands and I am not even talking about 5G bands in 3.5GHz range.
Also, since you bought it from Alibaba, it is always fishy what you get
I would suggest to change it at least to LMR-200 or even better to LMR-400 if possible. LMR-400 has lower attenuation resulting in better signal, longer range and better performance.
Agree, get quality cable and make sure ends are properly put on soldered. Also 8 meters is a long run. I’d try to get down to a meter or two if possible. You can mount the unit in a EPNT-1 from Poynting if needed.
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