3.1 Signal Coverage

The router should be installed in a suitable location, such as elevated, near a window, and away from obstructions and RF equipment.

Cellular signal quality is crucial to mobile internet speed and stability. Ensure there is fair signal coverage where you will install the router.

Choose Location

You can run a field test at the position where you want to install the outdoor router and check the signal strength. The easiest way is to use a smartphone and check the 4G LTE signal bars. The outdoor router could work well as long as you have "Good" LTE signal reception.

To measure the signal quality accurately, please check the tutorial at https://www.outdoorrouter.com/signal/

LTE Signal Definition Chart

Quality	RSRP (dBm)	RSRQ (dB)	SNR (dB)
Excellent	> -80	> -10	> 20
Good	-80 to -90	-10 to -15	13 to 20
Poor	-90 to -100	-15 to -20	0 to 13
Bad	< -100	< -20	< 0

Definition of LTE Signal Strength

Excellent: Maximum speed and data throughput. Good: Stable connection and good data throughput. Poor: Maintain data connection with restricted throughput. Bad: Connection drop or unable to keep a stable connection.