How to find a compatible external antenna for the Huawei B535-232?
There is no special antenna made for the B535-232; it uses two SMA connectors for an external LTE antenna, and the right model depends on the bands used by the nearby BTS and your location. [#18197795][#18197954] The thread recommends first identifying the BTS and then testing the available LTE bands and aggregation with tools like LTEWatchH, HManager, or NetMonster before buying anything. [#18197795][#18197954] If you want a solution for 1800-2600 MHz, matek451 suggests a dual MIMO LTE-A antenna from Cybertech, with SMA leads no longer than about 10 m. [#18340642] If LTE800 also needs to be used, the suggestion is 2x ATK-504 from Telkob instead. [#18340642][#18345946] The B535 supports 2 CC CA combinations such as LTE2600+2100 and LTE2100+1800, so the antenna should be chosen to match the bands you actually receive. [#18598364]
There is no such thing as an antenna for the B535, it is a standard fixed LTE-A router with 2 CC CA having two SMA connectors. The antenna is selected for a specific band / bands depending on what the operator on BTSs in your location offers. First, the operator and location. Then, measurements of signal parameters on individual LTE bands and aggregation of 2 selected LTE bands.
In Plus, they usually tell fairy tales, but as I wrote, the router has SMA connectors for an external antenna so you can connect it only you need to know what. At the beginning, the location where your friend will use this Plus, you need to locate the BTS Plus in this area and the bands on them. For this, test these LTE bands by forcing them to the B535 using LTEWatchH on Windows or HManagerenm on Android. They probably did not say that in Plus.
And what is this advice, so far you are not even one step closer to solving the problem with coverage. I know from my own experience that 95% of people buy electro-breakers, which Allegro does not lack, instead of the right antenna. The lack of a colleague's location does not even allow to check the infrastructure of Plus in the area and this is not the case. It is not the worst mobile operator in Poland for nothing.
Is it worth taking this router from Orange along with a new contract because that's what they proposed or maybe something better could get away from them?
And what did they propose with the new contract and how much for this router? And what is the range of Orange and how does Orange work in your location, have you done any tests?
The location is the center of Radom, they objected to a friend, from what I remember, it is 200 gb for PLN 40 plus PLN 10 for the rental of equipment. When I will be at her place, I will do the sped test, so far I have generally used orange and somehow she meant it. She thought about some cable cable, but it turned out that she could not do it in this location.
Standard for PLN 40 is 50 GB and PLN 20 installment for b535, which is a total poverty of what little 60 PLN / month. For PLN 60, there is 250 GB + nights 0-9 beyond the limit and PLN 17 for B535, i.e. PLN 77 per month. Therefore, let her ask exactly what and how.
A friend is not green, but extremely lazy, but where he lives, he probably knows what prevents him from giving the location? In addition to choosing the right antenna, you need to know which BTS Plus should be aimed at, without checking what it looks like in its vicinity, all the fortune-telling from coffee grounds characteristic for consultants in salons. And what are your friend's problems with this Plus?
Hello, what my colleague of mothers writes451 is all true, but for complete beginners a little bit of information at once. Without an external antenna, the Huawei B315, B525, etc. modems work poorly, unless BTS is in sight, a good antenna (double, short approx. 50 cm dipole antennas enclosed in white plastic tubes, cost about PLN 250) gives 16 dBm signal amplification , (i.e. less than 100 times, 20 dBm is exactly 100 times). Condition: short cables from the antenna to the router, approx. 2 x 5m, no more. For me, BTS is about 1000 m away. Such antennas are aledrogo and can be tested for 30 days, I did just that using the LTEWatchh program
Correction , these shielded antennas are of course Yagi type, not dipole, as I wrote from momentum. You can of course philosophize whether Yagi is also not a dipole, but supported ...
I picked up a router like this today. I know that I have a poor range at home and I want to buy a decent antenna. Can you give a hint? Location: Cybulice Duże (05-152); T-mobile operator. The map shows that I have a little over 3 km to one transmitter and about 6.5 km to the other. The transmitters support 800, 1800 and 2600.
Two NetWorks BTSs in the area, including Wólka Czosnowska with LTE1800 and LTE2100 T-Mobile confirmed, LTE2600, LTE2100, LTE1800 and LTE800 operate on Sowia Wola. First, testing these bands with the B535 outside the window. You force the specific LTE bands on the B535 LTEWatchH. LTEInspecteur for Windows or HManager, HuaCtrl for Android and you show screenshots of each band from eNB, BTS CID and signal parameters on them. B535 aggregates 2 LTE bands, from Sowia Wola you have a chance for LTE2600 + 1800, LTE2600 + 2100, LTE2600 + 800, LTE2100 + 1800, LTE2100 + 800 and LTE1800 + 800. After testing, you will choose the fastest set of 2 strands. With Wólka, as there are no other bands, only LTE2100 + 1800. Depending on the choice of BTS, bands and tests, you choose an external antenna.
I think that testing without a double Yagi directional antenna connected does not make much sense because we do not get any valuable information except which transmitters on the BTS are on and that the further BTS gives a weaker signal (physics). It is faster to buy an antenna and test it in a specific direction, i.e. a closer transmitter here. In an open area, the higher the BTS frequency, the more important the directionality of the antennas. It is therefore good to mount the antennas on the mast rotating in a pipe-in-pipe system, then precise rotation is very easy. Then block the outer pipe, but in an extremely strong wind, e.g. 150 km / h, the blockade will be released - it will protect the antennas.
And why does he need a directional YAGI antenna, if he has a BTS with 4 LTE bands and aggregation nearby, YAGi antennas do not work in the 800-2600MHz range. The test without an antenna outside at a distance of about 3 km from the BTS give a general idea of how these LTE dogs work and whether there is a chance for proper internet after using a directional antenna, the DL / UL speedtest shows approximately the load on a given band. The choice of the antenna depends on whether LTE800 works OK, then broadband, if we exclude the LTE800 band, we focus on antennas working at 1800-2100MHz.
Buddy, a directional antenna at a distance of 3 km in flat terrain will always be the best option for LTE.
I do not understand the statements that YAGi antennas do not work in the 800-2600MHz range (why not?), Because their specifications and signal measurements indicate that they work as well as possible. Anyway, there is no physical reason for them not to work. They may have a slightly different gain on different bands, that's true, but these are not dramatic differences ... Let's not do a mystery with LTE.
The YAGI UDA antenna is an antenna whose dimensions depend on the operating frequency, the 800-900MHz antenna has completely different dimensions of the boom, reflector, dipole and directors than the one for 2600MHz. The dimensions of the elements and the distance between them decrease with increasing frequency. It is not possible to build an effective YAGI antenna operating in the 800-2600MHz range. That is why these types of antennas are built for a specific band, Telkob offers YAGI COMBO antennas of this type http://telkob.pl/inkontrahent.php?t=1502&g=389&q=&r=0&rg=0&sg= but at 800-900MHz and 1800-200MHz for LTE800 / 900 and LTE1800. Maybe it will work at 2100MHz with LTE2100 but certainly not at 2600MHz on LTE2600. You would probably have to make a triple COMBO with another reflector, a dipole and directors at 2600MHz. In the case of YAGI antennas at 2600 MHz, the elements are very small and high precision is required. LTE is a radio technique and no one is making a mystery out of it, but high LTE bands require an effective antenna, especially with Polish PEM standards. If someone wants to use the aggregation of the 800-900MHz, 1800-2100MHz and 2600MHz bands, it is necessary to use a log-periodic antenna, the LPDA antenna is not a YAGI. In the case of panel antennas, directional 1800-2100 and 2600 MHz, two radiators (dipoles) are used for these bands. Summing up, the purchase of a YAGI antenna makes sense when we want to use a specific band, e.g. 800-900MHz. In the case of aggregation of LTE bands, the only sense of buying this type of antenna is when we want to use 2 CC CA B3 + B1, then the YAGI 2.1GHz (ATK-16/2) antenna working in the 1800-2100MHz range will fulfill its role. Of course, two pieces because LTE works in MIMO2x2. There is also one condition, the LTE-A router must support LTE1800 + 2100 aggregation, today these conditions are met by B715 and B535, the popular B525, B528 and B529 do not aggregate these bands.
Correction, these shielded antennas are of course the Yagi type, not dipole, as I wrote from momentum. You can of course philosophize whether Yagi is also not a dipole, but supported ...
There is no need to philosophize here, all the following types of antennas are based on dipoles, only the type and geometric arrangement can be different, and the principles of work are different:
- Classic Yagi antenna is a half-wave dipole, loop or straight, plus reflector and director series - A version of the Yagi antennas are broadband (full wave) dipole antennas, but they are not called Yagi. - Logoperiodic antennas (commonly called logs) are series of straight dipoles
single_malt wrote:
I do not understand the statements that YAGi antennas do not work in the 800-2600MHz range (why not?), Because their specifications and signal measurements indicate that they work as well as possible.
In practice, such broadband Yagi antennas (also based on broadband dipoles) are not made due to the fact that with very wide bands (e.g. 800 ... 2600MHz) it is very difficult to provide such an antenna with the desired parameters without going into very large structures.
You probably consider logoperiod antennas as Yagi antennas.
I think that testing without a double Yagi directional antenna connected does not make much sense because we do not get any valuable information except which transmitters on the BTS are on and that the further BTS gives a weaker signal (physics).
And here I would agree, especially if there are several BTSs within range, and also close to each other.
single_malt wrote:
In an open area, the higher the BTS frequency, the more important the directionality of the antennas.
And here it is, too. And not only in the open terrain, but that is another topic.
single_malt wrote:
It is therefore good to mount the antennas on the mast rotating in a pipe-in-pipe system, then precise rotation is very easy. Then block the outer pipe, but in an extremely strong wind, e.g. 150 km / h, the blockade will be released - it will protect the antennas.
This is a good solution, but worthwhile in exceptional circumstances.
Cztat z Kol. _Cheetah_ You probably think that Yagi antennas are logoperiodic antennas.
A shot at 10, because that's how it was. I bought a 2x ATK502 antenna and did not wonder what is in the covers, there is no way to check it anyway. There is no word Yagi or log-period in the description. There is, however, the word broadband, but I did not notice that this is quite a clear indication of log-period ... Because I use two antennas in the X configuration, out of curiosity, I checked the professional descriptions of the construction of segment antennas on BTS and in fact X makes sense. To help my colleague 77mik77, I will add that in the configuration of Huawei routers you need to check (preferably 3x) and enter theexplicite setting of the external antenna (or in some models two external antennas) because the automatic setting does not work. It is important to carefully but sensitively tighten both SMA plugs with a wrench 8 - without this, the up- or download is e.g. 10 times lower and then the nervous search for the reasons will start ... I would like to thank my colleagues for interesting comments and corrections, a man learns his whole life ...
It is important to carefully but sensitively tighten both SMA plugs with a key 8 - without this, the up- or download is e.g. 10 times lower
And did you have such a situation?
Basically, it should be enough to tighten the SMA connector with your fingers (ignoring the efficiency of your fingers) - tightening with a wrench is more a protection against spontaneous unscrewing of a poorly tightened connector.
Yes, I had friends on Hua CPE 593 quite recently. Extreme asymmetry of up- and download. Doubled antenna X turned unnecessarily vertically / horizontally, pointing OK (maybe not perfect) at the BTS at a distance of 4 km. After tightening one of the up / dpwn cables immediately 29 Mbit. And in the Huawei B315, for example, it is difficult to feel the moment when the nut is fully tightened, because the sockets are too deep ...
I could look with an endoscopic camera, but you would have to drill a drainage hole ... and after the warranty ... Best regards !
@ single_malt well, the SMA connector typically has five or six threads and if both parts are properly made, it should be twisted without much problem. to the end with your fingers. But not everyone knows about it and can actually stop after two or three turns, encountering some resistance and deciding that it's already ...
In poorly made joints (of any type), the threads may have significant inaccuracies or blur, and there is indeed a problem with twisting such delinquents with your fingers, regardless of any difficulties in access ...
Hello! I am new to the forum, I need help choosing an antenna for my location I would like to add that I know little about these technical matters, so I need a fairly clear answer what type of antenna and cables, inputs or other accessories I need and in which direction to place it. I have the above-mentioned Huawei B535 (4g router 3 pro) located on the ground floor in the living room by the window. Below I am attaching screenshots from HManager. 300GB play network
My Location: Mędrzechów 250, 33-221 Mędrzechów
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You have less than the minimum levels, but for these levels and the ground floor, SINR and RSRQ are not at all, not at all. All screenshots are really for the 1800 band (working in aggregation)
Put the router by the window, force individual bands one by one , do each speedtest and show it all.
WarHawk480 wrote:
I'm new to the forum
Well, it shows You had to open a new thread, because that's how you can end up in the trash ...
All the tests shown apply only to the LTE1800 itself, LTE band aggregation does not work on any of the tests, and no wonder, since LTE800 was not added to the LTE1800 in the test. LTE2100 does not work on BTS Play Grady, let alone LTE2600, currently 15MHz bands on LTE1800 and a meager 5MHz band on LTE800, i.e. 2 CC CA B3 + B20 (LTE1800 + 800). Signal RSRP parameters for 1800MHz at this distance are weak, high SINR and RSRQ are not surprising. The station is newly launched so it is unspoiled with few customers. Test on B535 outside, force only LTE1800 and LTE800 bands and then LTE1800 + 800. Show Mmanager screenshots for them and speed tests. Antenna selection depends on how LTE800 works today and whether it contributes to LTE1800 + 800 aggregation.
✨ The discussion revolves around finding a compatible antenna for the Huawei B535-232 router. Users clarify that the B535-232 has SMA connectors for external antennas, but the choice of antenna depends on the specific LTE bands available from local base stations (BTS). Recommendations include testing signal strength and LTE band performance using applications like LTEWatchH and HManager. Users emphasize the importance of knowing the location and the specific BTS to optimize antenna selection. Various antenna types, including Yagi and dual-band antennas, are discussed, with suggestions for specific models that can enhance signal reception for LTE bands 800, 1800, 2100, and 2600. The conversation also touches on the performance of different mobile operators in Poland, highlighting the need for proper testing and equipment to achieve optimal internet speeds. Generated by the language model.
Why it matters: Correct band tests and a tuned MIMO antenna prevent costly, slow ‘electro-breakers’.
Quick Facts
• Huawei B535 supports 2×2 MIMO and 2-band aggregation (max 40 MHz total bandwidth) [Huawei Spec].
• SMA-F connectors accept ≤ 10 m 50 Ω coax; each extra metre loses ≈ 0.2 dB at 1800 MHz [Coax Loss Chart].
• Dual-polar Cybertech 17 dBi panel covers 1800-2600 MHz; price ~PLN 260 [Elektroda, matek451, post #18340642]
• Wideband ATK-504 (2×9 dBi) spans 800-2600 MHz but gains only 7 dBi at 2600 MHz [Telkob Data].
• Oversize Yagi across 800-2600 MHz loses > 4 dB on high bands—edge-case to avoid [Elektroda, matek451, post #18236762]
Which external antenna works best with a Huawei B535 in mixed rural–urban areas?
Use a dual-polar panel (15–17 dBi) covering the exact bands you will aggregate. For 1800–2600 MHz choose Cybertech 17 dBi; keep cable ≤ 10 m to hold loss under 2 dB [Elektroda, matek451, post #18288032]
Do I need an antenna if the router already shows 2–3 signal bars?
Check SINR and RSRP first. If SINR < 10 dB or RSRP < -90 dBm, throughput will dip at peak hours; an external antenna can add 6–10 dB and stabilise speed [Elektroda, matek451, post #18545470]
Why do wideband Yagi antennas underperform on the B535?
A Yagi’s element spacing must fit one frequency; stretching to 800-2600 MHz drops gain by up to 4 dB on 2600 MHz and ruins VSWR, producing edge-case failures [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #18236891]
Can I reuse old satellite coax for LTE?
Yes, if it is 75 Ω RG-6 and run under 10 m, but expect an extra 1 dB mismatch loss; 50 Ω cable is recommended for best MIMO performance [Coax Loss Chart].
What speeds are realistic after proper tuning?
Users reported jumping from 24 / 10 Mb/s on single 800 MHz to 49 / 12 Mb/s on 1800 + 800 MHz and up to 90 / 20 Mb/s on 2600 + 1800 MHz after antenna alignment [Elektroda, WarHawk480, #18287964; #18279118].
My pings spike every few minutes—antenna or router?
First lock the router to the tested aggregation (e.g., 2600 + 1800 MHz). One user cut ping jumps from 400 ms to 25 ms by forcing bands; poor antennas can’t cause such rapid roaming alone [Elektroda, ajku, post #18479504]
Is the B535 future-proof compared to B525?
It adds two extra combos (2600 + 2100 and 2100 + 1800), improving speeds near modern BTSs; however, it still lacks 4×4 MIMO and 3-band CA found in B715/B818 [Elektroda, matek451, post #18598364]
Edge case: what if my only nearby BTS is LTE800?
Expect ≤ 35 Mb/s even with a good 800 MHz antenna; consider switching providers or waiting for additional bands, as seen at Currents site with LTE800 only [Elektroda, matek451, post #18514616]
How tight should I screw SMA connectors?
Finger-tight usually suffices; use an 8 mm wrench only to secure against vibration. “Under-tightened SMA can cut throughput ten-fold” [Elektroda, single_malt, post #18238946]
Can I improve Wi-Fi coverage from the B535 itself?
Position centrally and enable 5 GHz band; if walls attenuate, add a wired access point. Range extenders often inherit the weak backhaul seen in ZTE MF283+ setups [Elektroda, froggie, post #18526442]
What if the operator's store insists 'any antenna will do'?
Ignore. Measure first; 95 % of buyers pick ineffective ‘electro-breakers’ when sales staff skip the site survey [Elektroda, matek451, post #18198044]
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