Uniden Hero Series User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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About The Booster Kits .........................................................................
Booster Kit Components ......................................................................
Tools Required / Optional Equipment ................................................
How It Works ..........................................................................................
Technical Specications..........................................................................
Overview ................................................................................................
Getting Started ......................................................................................
Check For Signal Strength ....................................................................
Run Coaxial Cable .................................................................................
Install the Donor (Outdoor) Antennas .................................................
Understand the Different Donor (Outdoor) Antennas ........................
Install & Connect the Server (Indoor) Antennas ........................
Understand the Different Server (Indoor) Antennas ..................
Power Up Your Cellular Booster ...........................................................
Check the Cellular Booster Status .......................................................
FCC Warning .............................................................................
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................
FAQ ........................................................................................................

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Our goal is to give you a proven solution that ends your frustration with
weak and dropped cellular signals so you can enjoy excellent call quality,
more convenience and greater productivity.
ABOUT THE BOOSTER KITS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
FOLLOWING CELLULAR BOOSTERS:
NOTE: This manual contains important safety and operating
information. Please read and follow the instructions in this manual,
failure to do so could be hazardous and result in damage to your
cellular booster.
Only professionals are authorized to install
Models:
Uniden U70 FN

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
• Turn AC power OFF at the mains before working on any
electrical connections.
• All AC power wiring and coaxial cable wiring must conform
to local or national codes.
• The AC line voltage must be within 10% of the voltage
specied for the booster.
• A solid copper conductor no less than No. 8 AWG should be
connected to ground.
• DO NOT connect a ground wire to a gas supply line.
• DO NOT open the booster.There are no serviceable
parts inside.
Touching internal parts could cause damage from static electrical
discharge.
Opening the base unit DOES VOID THE WARRANTY.
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BOOSTER KIT COMPONENTS
BOOSTER
U400U5D
YAGI PANEL POST
OUTDOOR ANTENNAS (donor)
WHIP PANEL DOME
INDOOR ANTENNAS (server)
CABLES (various lengths available)

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
(sold separately)
2 Way Expansion Kit
Lightning Surge Protector
3 Way Expansion Kit
Universal Antenna Mounting Pole
Phillips Screwdriver Drill Cellular Phone
(to check signal strength)
TOOLS REQUIRED

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HOW IT WORKS
The cellular booster provides reliable two-way cellular coverage by improving signal
strength in homes, buildings, ofces, and other areas where cellular reception is weak or
unreliable.
The system amplies the signal from the nearest cellular tower and retransmits at a higher
power level within a local area.
This manual provides simple installation instructions that will have your cellular booster kit
running in record time.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA CELLULAR BOOSTER INDOOR ANTENNA

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Electrical Specication Uplink Downlink
Frequenecy Range Band 12 698~ 716 MHz 728 ~746 MHz
Band 14 788~ 798MHz 758 ~768 MHz
Max. Gain ≥60 to ≥65dB ≥60 to ≥70dB
Max. Output Power ≥17dBm ≥10 to ≥17dBm
Band Width Wide Band
Automatic Level Control ≥20dB, auto shut off after 20dB
Manual Gain Control ≥31dB / 1dB step
Spurious Emission 9KHz~1GHz ≤-36dBm
1GHz~12.75GHz ≤-30dBm
Gain Flatness ≤8dB
Noise Figure ≤8dB
VSWR ≤3
Group Delay ≤1.0μs
Frequency stability ≤0.01ppm
Power LED Power Indicator
ALC LED Orange @ ALC 1~5dB, Red @ ALC
15dB~20dB, Off after 5 seconds red
ISO LED Flashing Red indicates not enought
separation, Solid Red when sucient
SMART Function Uplink & Downlink Gain is
automatically adjusted
Output Signal Strength Output is displayed with signal bars
I /O Port N-Female
Impedance 50 ohm
Operating Temperature -25ºC~+55ºC
Environment Conditions IP40
Dimensions 175*131*33mm
Weight 0.7 kg
Power Supply DC 12V/3A

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HOW TO INSTALL YOUR NEW
CELLULAR BOOSTER
This guide will help you properly install your cellular booster kit. It is important
to read through all of the installation steps before installing your equipment.
Thoroughly read through the instructions, visualize where all the equipment will
need to be installed and do a soft installation before mounting any equipment.
If you do not understand the instructions in full, please contact technical
support at 1-800-215-7015.
OVERVIEW

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Donor Antenna (outdoor)
Surge Protector
Booster
Server Antenna (indoor)
Splitter
(if using mutliple antenna)
Server Antennas
(optional antennas for
additional coverage)
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GETTING STARTED
Plan the layout of your system
Before you get started you will need to plan the layout of your system. This involves
checking signal strength for signals coming from the cellular tower, as well as
antenna, booster and cable placement.

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BOOSTER – select location
Install the booster in an area that is protected from the
weather, properly ventilated and is away from excessive heat
and moisture.
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DONOR ANTENNA (outdoor) - select location
Mount the donor (outdoor) antenna in an elevated outdoor
location so that it points towards the cellular tower and away from
where the inside antenna will be located.
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OUTDOOR COAXIAL CABLE - select location
The outdoor coaxial cable is used to connect the donor
(outdoor) antenna to the booster.
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INDOOR COAXIAL CABLE - (if used)
The indoor coaxial cable is used to connect the server (indoor)
antenna to the booster.
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SERVER ANTENNA (indoor)
The ideal location for the server antenna will be the area of your
property where you need to improve the signal most.
NOTE: The signal strength will be strongest closest to the antenna.
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LIGHTNING SURGE PROTECTOR - (SOLD SEPARATELY)
The lightning surge protector connects in between the donor
antenna and the booster.
IMPORTANT: Lightning surge protector must be grounded.
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7COMMISSIONING THE SYSTEM

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IDENTIFY THE BEST LOCATION TO INSTALL THE DONOR
(OUTDOOR) ANTENNA.
Check for signal strength
Select a location on the roof of the building to install the donor antenna,
by monitoring your cellular phone’s signal strength (signal bars) to nd the
strongest signal from your carrier’s cellular tower.
Mark the area
Mark that area as the installation location for the donor (outdoor).
Find the Area of the roof with the Best Cell Signal
PUT ANTENNA HERE

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RUN COAXIAL CABLE
Loosely run the coaxial cable from your outdoor antenna to your booster.
(after you have tested the system you can permanently secure the coaxial cable).
As you route and pull cabling, follow these general guidelines:
• Bend cables and route them smoothly, and protect the outer skin against any
damage.
• Keep horizontal cables straight and fasten them with a tie every three to
ve feet.
• Bind and fasten vertical cables every six to eight feet.
• Waterproof all outdoor connections with silicone caulking
• Be careful when plugging the connector in so as not to damage the center pins
on the connectors.
INSTALL THE DONOR (OUTDOOR) ANTENNA.
Mount the donor (outdoor) antenna
The donor antenna should be located as high as possible in order to capture the
best quality signal from the cellular tower.
Use the mounting hardware in the kit to attach the donor (outdoor) antenna to the
building.
Connect the donor (outdoor) antenna:
Connect the supplied coaxial cable to the antenna. We recommend applying
silicone caulking to fully waterproof the connection.
Attach the cable in such a way that a drip loop is formed. (see image on page 14).
Once mounted, connect one end of the coaxial cable to the donor (outdoor)
antenna and the other end to the cellular booster where it is marked “outdoor”.

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HOW TO INSTALL THE COAXIAL CABLE FROM
YOUR OUTDOOR ANTENNA TO YOUR BOOSTER.
Step 1: Loosely run the coaxial cable from your outdoor antenna to your booster (this
way you can test the system before you permanently secure the coaxial cable).
Step 2: Mount the signal (the outdoor antenna).
Outdoor Antenna Booster

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CAUTION: please ensure neither you nor the antenna come in contact with
electrical power lines.
Step 3: After the outdoor antenna is mounted connect the supplied coaxial cable
to antenna.
Step 4: Attach the cable so that a drip loop is formed.
Step 5: Connect the cable to the cellular booster where it is marked “outdoor”.
Drip Loop
cable booster
outdoor

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The Yagi Lpda Antenna
The yagi is a very precise directional antenna with a
powerful reach. This antenna should be installed in
an elevated position and must be pointed towards
your carrier’s cellular tower.
Note: This antenna is not meant to capture signal
from multiple carriers.
The Post Antenna
The post is an omni-directional antenna with a 360
degree reach. This antenna should be installed in
an elevated position. It is designed to capture the
signal from multiple carrier towers.
The Panel Antenna
The panel is a directional antenna with a 120
degree reach and is designed to capture the
signal from multiple carrier towers. This antenna
should be installed in an elevated position and
must be pointed towards your carrier’s cellular
towers.
UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENT DONOR
(OUTDOOR) ANTENNA
Donor (outdoor) antennas, are needed to capture the signal emanating from
your carrier’s cellular tower. There are different types of donor (outdoor)
antennas each designed to meet your specic needs. The yagi lpda antenna,
the post antenna & the panel antenna.

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The lightning surge protector can be installed indoors or outdoors. When
connecting outdoors, install the lightning surge protector inline between the donor
antenna (outdoor) and the coaxial cable. When connecting indoors, install the
lightning surge protector inline between the outdoor coaxial cable and the booster.
INSTALL THE SERVER (INDOOR) ANTENNA
Select the installation location of your supplied server (indoor) antenna based on
the following:
Dome omni directional antenna
Place in the center of the area where the signal needs to be amplied.
Panel directional antennae
Place in the outer perimeter of the area the signal needs to be amplied.
Whip omni directional antenna
Mount directly to the connector marked “indoor” on the cellular booster.
LIGHTNING SURGE PROTECTOR
(sold separately)
IMPORTANT: Lightning surge protector must be grounded.
Connect a ground wire to the appropriate place on the
lightning surge protector and connect the other end to a
veried ground source.
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CONNECTING THE SERVER (INDOOR)
ANTENNA
Dome omni directional antenna
Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the dome antenna and the other end to
the cellular booster where it is marked “indoor”.
Booster
Indoor
Indoor Dome Antenna
Panel directional antenna
Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the panel antenna and the other end to the
connector on the cellular booster where it is marked “indoor”.
Panel Antenna
Booster
Indoor

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Whip omni directional antenna
Connect the antenna’s end directly to the connector on the cellular booster where it
is marked “indoor”.
Whip Antenna
Booster
Indoor
UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENT SERVER
ANTENNAS
There are several types of server (indoor) antennas: the whip antenna, the dome
antenna & the panel antenna.
INDOOR ANTENNAS
THE WHIP ANTENNA
The whip antenna is an omni-directional antenna
with a 360 degree reach. It is designed to
distribute the signal from the center of the
affected area. Typically it is connected directly
to the booster.

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THE DOME ANTENNA
The dome antenna is an omni-directional
antenna with a 360 degree reach. It is designed
to distribute the signal from the center of the
affected area. Typically it is installed in a false
or dropped ceiling.
THE PANEL ANTENNA
The panel is a directional antenna with a 120
degree reach and is designed to distribute the
signal from a perimeter wall or ceiling.