UMTS Frequency Bands used on 8ta's network?

[FNfal]

http://www.apc.org/en/system/files/ZA_ToBeUploaded.pdfSince divesting its
stake in Vodacom in 2009, Telkom has begun to offer 3G services in the 2100MHz spectrum.

 

[glenvdm]

I have recently moved to an area where i am getting very weak signal on my 8ta network, i want to look into buying a signal booster so that i can get 3g again. some of these boosters are offered in different frequencies, what is the best bet for the 8ta network for my internet and voice calls on vodacom??

 

[Telkom]

Hi glenvdm

Only operators can legally supply or install boosters as this is a licensed frequency that they pay for in terms of license fees.

Regards,
Social Media Team

 

[glenvdm]

Hi glenvdm

Only operators can legally supply or install boosters as this is a licensed frequency that they pay for in terms of license fees.

Regards,
Social Media Team

Thanks for the info, but I was referring to boosters like the ones advertised on a website called Poynting. www.poynting.co.za are these illegal??

 

[ajax]

Boosters as in high gain antennas. They are 100% legal. Boosters as in repeaters are probably what 8ta was referring to.

 

[glenvdm]

yes thats what i am referring to. the problem is that these antenna's are available in different frequencies, what does 8ta operate on?

 

[ginggs]

yes thats what i am referring to. the problem is that these antenna's are available in different frequencies, what does 8ta operate on?

As far as I know, 2100MHz.

Just get this antenna:
http://www.poyntingdirect.co.za/pLP...cellphones-and-routers-include-7-m-cable.aspx

It works with the following frequencies: 694-1000 and 1500-3000 MHz.

 

[glenvdm]

As far as I know, 2100MHz.

Just get this antenna:
http://www.poyntingdirect.co.za/pLP...cellphones-and-routers-include-7-m-cable.aspx

It works with the following frequencies: 694-1000 and 1500-3000 MHz.

Many thanks!

 

[Telkom]

We were referring to repeaters yes.

The frequency is 2100MHz

Apologies. Should not have jumped to a conclusion. It would be a bit awkward walking around with a mobile phone attached to an external antenna all the time though.

Regards,
Social Media Team

 

[Sonic2k]

It is entirely possible to construct a GSM BTS using off-the-shelf components.
I am busy doing this. For the time being, it will be set to a low transmit power and the handset will be connected via a cable to the phone.

Overseas, it is possible to obtain a temporary license for testing purposes. However in SA I doubt that will be easy, and they will probably rip you a 100 years' worth of salary.

 

[red-ant]

I'm wondering if i should put up a dish antenna at 2100MHz frequency to boost Telkom wcdma reception, i got a antenna from a friend that have no use for it and is pondering if it is the time and effort worth to set up the antenna and see if i get better signal form telkom.

The description on the antenna label is Model : NI2424G F : 2400-246 MHz/ G : 24dBi

Any advice would help.
have tried to look on google but no luck.