Cell Phone Antennas . Power Boosters . Amplifiers . Adapters
 An
external cell
phone antenna, power
booster or wireless
signal amplifier / repeater for your cellular phone can help increase
the wireless signal strength which will improve sound quality and reduce
dropped calls. You can connect an antenna to most phones using one of
our phone antenna adapters or a hands-free kit equipped with an antenna
cable. We carry external
antenna adapters for Nokia, Audiovox, Ericsson, Kyocera, LGIC, Motorola,
Nextel, Panasonic, Qualcomm, Samsung, Sanyo, Touchpoint and other cellular
phones.
You ever look and your phone signal strength
indicator and see several bars only to put the phone to your head and
get a dropped call? Your head can block a considerable amount of radio
frequency signal. Using an external antenna will move the phone's wireless
signal away from your head. This not only keeps your head from blocking
the signal but also reduces exposure to these radio signals. Are
there health issues from low level radio frequencies while using a cellular
phone?.
Need
Cellular Phone Antenna Help?
Which cell phone antenna
is best for you depends on antenna technology, the type of network you're
using (1900MHz digital / 800MHz analog / GSM / CDMA / TDMA), the type
of phone, and the terrain in your surrounding area . When
selecting a mobile antenna, there are a number of factors that significantly
affect the ultimate performance of the cell antenna. Gain requirements,
electrical type, ground plane availability mounting style and placement,
coaxial type and loss ratings, physical size, appearance, and surrounding
environment are all issues that must be addressed to ensure the maximum
performance from a mobile antenna installation.
When
searching for the right wireless phone antenna, there are a few
things you should determine first.
What Type
of Cellular Network Are You In?
Most of today's
phones will work on multiple networks but only one network
at a time. If 2 different wireless networks are close by,
your phone will pick one according to how it's programmed by your
cellular service provider. The best thing to do is call your cellular
service provider or the sales person/company you purchased your
phone and service from and ask them what networks are in your area.
You can keep it simple by asking if you're on a 1900MHz or 800MHz
range network. If you have problems in certain areas (such as your
home) be sure and find out what network covers your home. You might
be on a 1900MHz network at work but a 800MHz network at home (especially
if your home is in a rural area).
What's causing
your cellular recepton problems?
Is your reception
fine outside your home or office not weak inside? Is the area around
you flat, hilly, lots of trees, mountains, etc. If you're having reception
problems, you're either too far away from the nearest cell tower or
there is something blocking the signal from reaching your cell phone.
Where is the
nearest cell tower?
If you're having
problems in 1 particular area, it will help to know where your service
provider's nearest cell phone tower is. Your wireless service provider
may be able to answer this for you.
Having this information
handy will help you find the right antenna for your application. Go
here for more information and to purchase cell phone antennas.
What Does
Antenna Gain Mean?
The gain on
a cell phone antenna basically rates the radiation pattern of the
antenna. A "0" dBd gain (unity gain) antenna radiates
more energy higher in the vertical plane to reach radio communication
sites that are located in higher places. Therefore they are more
useful in mountainous and metropolitan areas with tall buildings.
A 3 dBd gain antenna is the compromise and a great all around solution
in suburban and general settings. A 5 dBd gain and higher cellular
antenna radiates more energy toward the horizon compared to the
0 and 3 dBd antennas to reach radio communication sites that are
further apart and less obstructed. Therefore they are best used
in deserts, plains, flatlands, and open farm areas.
Omnidirectional Cellular
Antennas
Some
Cell Phone Antenna Options
There are lots of options
to improving your cellular phone reception. From adding a small
antenna to using a power booster or repeater. Go
here for a discussion of your different options.
Dangers
of Cellular Phone Radio Signals
Are
cellular phones dangerous to your health? The jury is still out
on whether the use of cellular phones close to one's head can cause
illness or disease. We've gathered some information and links to
other informational sites. Go
here for more information on the dangers of cellular phone signals.
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