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The Signal Strength and Signal Quality Bars, continued
How to Increase the Strength and Quality of the Signal
In particular, the Signal Strength bar area graphically represents the strength of the synchronization signal your Modem is receiving from BTS. The strength of the signal is represented by a group of colored bars. The higher the pile of bars goes, the stronger the signal is. The color of the bars also gives an indication of the strength of the signal. Green lines indicate an excellent signal. Orange lines indicate a good signal while red lines indicate a weak signal.
The Signal Quality bar area graphically represents the
To increase the strength and quality of the signal, change the location of your Modem. Try moving it closer to a window, to a higher location, away from other wireless devices (microwave ovens, cordless phones), and away from metal objects (shelves, file cabinets). As you reposition your Modem, watch the Signal Strength and Signal Quality bars on the NavDiag screen. Place your Modem in the location where you receive the most green signal strength and quality bars.
The History Graphs The History graphs plot the change in signal strength and signal quality over time. The graphs cover the last minute and are updated every second. Read the graphs from right to left. The right side of the graph represents the most recent status of your Modem.
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