> Go spend about about $100 on a small UPS.
$39.95 on sale at OfficeMax today. :-)
> Passive is possible, but you would need.
>
> Exterior and interior antennas matched to the bands used by the cell
> carrier. Note, _bands_, not band. Most carriers will be running one
> high, one low (example, 800/1900), but the specifics vary with
> technology type (GSM v.s. CDMA) and specific carrier.
Verizon.
> A very short run or very low loss coax (low loss at up to 2Ghz).
OK.
> Ideal external antenna placement.
Not a problem putting a beam outside and pointing it SE at the
tower.
> A _very_ strong signal.
More elements, at these frequencies there's not much weight or
wind-resistance ...
I can homebrew a beam and I have a variety of coax from flexible
hardline w/N-type connectors, low-loss coax w/SMA's, and the usual
Ham coax. The length will be fairly short.
> 2) Farther away with perfect line of sight to the tower with a well
> aimed high-gain directional on roof.
# 2 would be the situation.
Sounds like a fun challenge ... as time permits.
Thanks!
doc
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