Nextel Frequency Change
Sprint/Nextel Frequency Change
In some areas within the U.S., Nextel iDen networks have or may soon be changing from 800MHz to 900MHz. (Impacts Nextel service only not Sprint or MIKE in Canada) This will have an impact on what antenna, amplifier or repeater system will work for you.
How to determine what network Nextel is using in your area
Most iDen phones work in both 800 and 900MHz iDen frequencies. They will start in 800MHz mode than switch to 900MHz if it finds a 900MHz frequency. Testing what network you are using requires you to put your iDen phone into test mode and read the "Current Frequency" field.
Follow these steps:
- Put phone into test mode
- If you need help, refer to Standard Phone Test Modes.
- Scroll down to "Current Frequency"
- The first 3 characters are the current frequency. They are usually 8xxx (something like 863/864)
- Watching the Current Frequency reading, dial a phone number on your Nextel iDen phone..
- If the first 3 characters change to 9xx (936) than you are located in a Nextel 900MHz frequency areas.
Walkie-Talkie Network
The Nextel Walkie-Talkie network is expected to stay on the 800MHz frequency. You can continue to use Wilson's Nextel power boosters and repeaters to boost the Nextel walkie-talkie signal.
Future Nextel Network Changes
We do not know of any publicly available schedule on where or when Nextel might change from 800MHz to 900MHz. You might contact your Nextel representative for this info. Be aware that if you're still in a Nextel 800MHz area, it could change sometime in the future.
