Re: T&T: wifi antenas
I, too use the cradlepoint router, with a verizon (pantech um175) aircard. I've added a cyfre ca-819 amp and a digital CW-597 8foot antenna. The amp increases reception of the aircard impressively--from one or two bars to 4 bars. The advantage of the cradlepoint over the mifi is the ability to connect an external antenna and amp. The cradlepoint also allows you to hard wire (ethernet) other devices, printers, IP phone, etc. Next step is to connect the router to a wifi bridge and antenna to take advantage of wifi. Haven't completed that yet. Any suggestions on a wifi bridge and antenna?
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From: Bob McLeran rmcleran@ix.netcom.com
Sent: Jun 16, 2010 2:10 PM
To: trawlers-and-trawlering@lists.samurai.com
Subject: Re: T&T: wifi antenas
We've been using the RadioLabs WiFi antenna for over three years now.
The problems were associated with some original models, and were
addressed and corrected prior to 2008 (not sure when). We love that
antenna - it has never failed to connect (when unencrypted WiFi is
available) via the 15 foot USB cable attached and using either Windows
WiFi software or the software that comes with the antenna; you choose
which way you want to go.
This was our antenna of choice when anchored near condos or in/near
marinas with free WiFi. The biggest issue now is that people are getting
sophisticated enough that they encrypt their WiFi signal so you can't
piggy back on it, but you'll still find a few that are open.
Our internet connection of choice now is a Cradlepoint wireless router
into which we can plug our unlimited USB air card. The boat becomes a
mini hot spot and we can connect all three of our traveling laptops to
the internet at the same time, if we wish, without having to share a USB
plug.
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On 6/16/2010 12:46 PM, Larry McGill wrote:
I'm beginning to think wifi antennas are like anchors. A lot of it is
personnel choice and experience. So here's our 2 cents. All our
internet is either wifi or a 3G wireless modem.
We having been using RadioLabs for over 2.5 years with good success.
http://www.radiolabs.com/products/wireless/wireless-marine-antenna.php
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FYI, there is a way to use an external amp with the MIFI. Wilson electronics
makes a few solutions using a cell phone cradle and amplifier that works with
the MIFI. I've been using one with my MIFI and it works great in those
locations that I can't get a strong enough signal. This can boost throughput
significantly in low signal areas.
Simply place the MIFI in the cradle which is connected to an amplifier and
antenna. When not using internet you can also place your cell phone in the
cradle to improve signal for that too. Using a bluetooth headset this works
very well.
From: ftimpano@infionline.net
To: rmcleran@ix.netcom.com; trawlers-and-trawlering@lists.samurai.com
Subject: Re: T&T: wifi antenas
The advantage of the cradlepoint over the mifi is the ability to connect an
external antenna and amp.
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Captain Sharpe:
Can you please supply a web site for "Wilson Electronics?"
Many thanks in advance!!!!
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----- Original Message -----
From: M Sharp
To: trawlers trawlering
Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2010 11:49 AM
Subject: T&T: MIFI external amp: was wifi antennas
FYI, there is a way to use an external amp with the MIFI. Wilson
electronics
makes a few solutions using a cell phone cradle and amplifier that works
with
the MIFI. I've been using one with my MIFI and it works great in those
locations that I can't get a strong enough signal. This can boost
throughput
significantly in low signal areas.
Simply place the MIFI in the cradle which is connected to an amplifier and
antenna. When not using internet you can also place your cell phone in the
cradle to improve signal for that too. Using a bluetooth headset this works
very well.
From: ftimpano@infionline.net
To: rmcleran@ix.netcom.com; trawlers-and-trawlering@lists.samurai.com
Subject: Re: T&T: wifi antenas
The advantage of the cradlepoint over the mifi is the ability to connect
an
external antenna and amp.
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Subject: Re: MIFI external amp: was wifi antennas
Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:00:33 -0400
Captain Sharpe:
Can you please supply a web site for "Wilson Electronics?"
Many thanks in advance!!!!
Claiborne S. Young
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----- Original Message -----
From: M Sharp
To: trawlers trawlering
Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2010 11:49 AM
Subject: T&T: MIFI external amp: was wifi antennas
FYI, there is a way to use an external amp with the MIFI. Wilson electronics
makes a few solutions using a cell phone cradle and amplifier that works with
the MIFI. I've been using one with my MIFI and it works great in those
locations that I can't get a strong enough signal. This can boost throughput
significantly in low signal areas.
Simply place the MIFI in the cradle which is connected to an amplifier and
antenna. When not using internet you can also place your cell phone in the
cradle to improve signal for that too. Using a bluetooth headset this works
very well.
From: ftimpano@infionline.net
To: rmcleran@ix.netcom.com; trawlers-and-trawlering@lists.samurai.com
Subject: Re: T&T: wifi antenas
The advantage of the cradlepoint over the mifi is the ability to connect an
external antenna and amp.
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On 6/16/10 4:34 PM, "Frank Timpano" wrote:
The advantage of the cradlepoint over the mifi is the ability to connect an
external antenna and amp.
Yes, Frank, but Verizon may be giving away the MiFi...at least they did for
me...after having a USB dongle for two years.
You can check on whether they are giving you a deal by going to the Verizon
Wireless web site. Logging on to MY VERIZON, go to UPGRADE PHONE and see
what they offer.
Bob
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M/V MARY KATHRYN
Hatteras 58 LRC
Lying South River
Annapolis, MD