Connectivity Improvements
Your BATM must connect to CAS. The connection must be reliable & strong. In some cases, the wifi signal is too weak for a proper connection. Perhaps the router is too far away, and you have no control over the BATM placement? We understand; it happens.
An external antenna can be a security risk & may expose your BATM to casual vandalism.
The best solution is always Ethernet (where available).
Here are some tested, reliable options for locations that don’t quite meet our connectivity demands.
OptConnect
OptConnect offers cellular modems. The modems connect to the BATM using the Ethernet port.
Requires: nearby 4G LTE cell phone service.
Contact OptConnect to setup your account & quickly get connected.
We currently recommend the OC-4500 model (pictured), OC-4600, or their Neo2.
Connection interrupted frequently? See: Cellular Modem Disconnect Issues
External Antennas
In some instances, an external antenna makes sense.
In the rare instance that an external antenna is required, here are some guidelines & suggestions.
The Wifi connector at the BATM is a U.FL micro-coax cable fitting. These don’t come in many flavors.
The other end of the cable should typically be an RP-SMA.
Gently & carefully pry up the U.FL connector.
Leave it attached at the other end, but tuck it aside & away to prevent the cable from accidentally shorting out a component (or getting damaged).
Attach the new U.FL converter cable.
Orient in the same general direction as the integrated cable and connect to the same (right) U.FL port.
Secure this cable to the mainboard area!