Because of the large distances between your antenna and the antenna on the cell tower, there are likely to be many reflected signal paths between the transmitter and receiver.
This means that placement and orientation of the antenna can be somewhat of a trial-and-error process.
We recommend Siretta’s SNYPER Signal Analyser range for cellular installations. The SNYPER is a device that measures the received signal strength of every cell in range of the tester which can be used to pick the best operator as well as the bands of operation used on the site.
At the point of installation, the antenna may be connected to the SNYPER in LiveSCAN mode, which allows the received signal strength to be measured in real time.
The antenna can then be moved around to find the best position for optimal reception. This is especially useful for setting up high gain directional antennas, where micro-adjustments in positioning can make all the difference.