Wi-Ex SOHO YX545 Installation guide

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SET-UP OVERVIEW
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zBoost®
SOHOYX545
Solid GREEN
Normal condition
Solid RED System is receiving signals from either the mobile
device or the base station transceiver which are
too strong for proper operation. Unplug your system
and re-orient the Signal Antenna and/or Base Unit
to reduce excessive signal. If LED remains RED
after reconnecting power, contact customer support
at 1-800-871-1612
Solid GREEN
Normal condition at power up.
Slowly Alternating
zBoost is working, but at reduced performance
RED and GREEN
and coverage due to "non-ideal" setup. Increase
the distance between antenna and amplifier to
achieve maximum performance and coverage.
Fast Flashing RED
Indicates insufficient distance between the antenna
and the amplifier. The amplifier is operating at
significantly reduced coverage.
Solid RED
System is receiving signals from either the mobile
device or the base station transceiver which are too
strong lor proper operation.
Fast Alternating The amplifier is disabled.
RED and GREEN
followed by no light
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BASE UNIT LED INDICATORS
At Initial Power Up Only
After Initial Power Up
performance. If you find the increased signal coverage is acceptable, however, no
additional adjustments are needed. See LED Indicator section for more information.
Should you desire to improve coverage, you may:
• Relocate the Signal Antenna in order to capture a better signal -
higher is usually better.
• Increase the distance between the Base Unit Antenna and the Signal Antenna.
• Purchase an upgrade antenna available at wwwWi-Ex.com
Cell Tower
SECOND: Place the zBoost Base Unit where you want to create a Cell Zone™.
Connect the Base Unit Antenna to the Base Unit and place it where you need signal.
For the widest possible signal area, it is recommended that you position the Base
Unit near the middle of a room or mount it on an interior wall. This Base Unit uses an
omni-directional antenna that delivers signal in a circular pattern around the
antenna.
The zBoost SOHO requires at least 15 feet of vertical separation between the Base
Unit and the Signal Antenna. Generally, increasing this distance (up to 40 feet) will
increase the performance and decreasing the distance will limit zBoost performance.
(If 15 feet of separation is not possible, you may try our new METRO model, which
was designed for lofts and urban dwellings and requires no vertical separation.)
Keep the Base Unit off the floor and at least 2 feet away from other cords, metal
objects or other wireless devices such as wireless routers or wireless access points.
The zBoost SOHO performs best when there are no obstructions between the
zBoost Base Unit and your mobile device.
THIRD: Run the provided coaxial cable between the Base Unit and Signal
Antenna, Use the provided 50 feet of RG-59(mini) coaxial cable to connect the
Signal Antenna and the Base Unit. Should you need additional cable length, 15 foot
extensions (Part #: YX30-15w) are available at wwwWi-Ex.com. Please note: Cable
longer than 75 feet is not recommended.
FOURTH: Connect the zBoost Base Unit to the provided power supply and
plug into a power outlet. When your zBoosf® system is in place and fully
connected, walk throughout your home or office and verify that you are able to
reliably place calls. If the signal strength has improved, your zBoost is working.
Remember, coverage varies based on outdoor signal level, building construction,
and antenna placement. Coverage in adjoining rooms (next to, above, or below) will
be reduced by walls and ceiling/floors.
Upon initial power up, a solid GREEN LED should appear indicating normal
conditions. If a RED light appears, adjustments may be needed to optimize
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SETTING UP YOUR zBOOST® SIGNAL BOOSTER
To maximize signal coverage, place the Signal Antenna where you find the strongest
signal (up high or outside) and at least 2 feet away from any metal.
Designed for consumers, zBoost cell phone signal boosters extend a Cell Zone™ for
multiple users and ALL devices operating on 800 and 1900 MHz frequency bands
except those using Nextel/iDEN, 4G or 2100MHz. zBoost boosts signal up to 2500
square feet, making it perfect for your home or office.
Boost voice and data transmission and increase call clarity in 4 easy steps:
FIRST: Mount the Signal Antenna. Choose a location for the Signal Antenna
using your cell phone to determine the area of strongest signal. The coverage
your zBoost provides is largely determined by the quality of signal received by the
Signal Antenna.
Choose one of the following options for placement of the Signal Antenna keeping
in mind that if your best signal is one bar, your coverage will be limited to one
small room.

zBOOST·SOHO YX545 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY INFORMATION
Serial #: --------------
Model#:------------
Purchase Date: ------------
LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY I REGISTER AT WWWWI-EX.COM ~
CUSTOMER SERVICE
For questions or assistance, contact Wi-Ex customer service at 1-800-871-1612
or email [email protected].
The zBoost SOHO YX545 User Guide and additional product information is
available at wwwWi-Ex.com
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Wi-Ex warrants every Wi-Ex product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the warranty period of 1 year.
Who Is Covered?
You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other documentation showing the product purchased and
the purchase date is considered proof of purchase. This limited warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or any person
receiving the product as a gift from the original consumer purchaser and to no other purchaser or transferee. This warranty does NOT
extend to commercial users.
What is Covered?
Warranty coverage begins the day you purchase the product. For one year from the original date, the Wi-Ex Cell Phone Signal Booster
will be repaired or replaced with a new, repaired, refurbished or comparable product (whichever is deemed necessary by Wi-Ex) if it
becomes defective or inoperative. The exchange will be made without charge to you for parts and labor. You will be responsible for the
cost of shipping to the location designated by Wi-Ex. If Wi-Ex cannot reasonably repair or replace the unit then Wi-Ex may, at its sole
discretion, refund the price you paid for the product or the price of the unit. All products, including replacement products, are covered only
for the original warranty period. When the warranty on the original product expires, the warranty on the replacement product also expires.
What is Excluded?
Your warranty does NOT cover:
Labor charges for set up of the unit.
Product replacement because of misuse, accident, lightning damage, unauthorized repair or other cause not within the control of Wi-Ex.
Incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
Any modifications or other changes to the product, including but not limited to software or hardware modifications in any way other
than as expressly authorized by Wi-Ex will void this limited warranty.
Product that has been modified or adapted to enable it to operate in any country other than the country for which it was designed,
manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications.
Make sure you keep ...
Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase. Attach it to this Setup Overview and keep both nearby.
Also, keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return your product.
Before requesting repair service ...
Please review the BASE UNIT LED INDICATORS section listed in this overview - This may save you a call.
To get warranty service ...
Warranty service will be provided by Wi-Ex. If you believe you need service for your unit, contact Wi-Ex at 1-800-871-1612 or
[email protected]. A representative will go through a diagnostic checklist with you. If it is determined that the product needs to be
returned for service or exchanged, you will receive a return merchandise authorization (RMA) number. The representative will give you
complete shipping details. Do not return products to Wi-Ex without a Return Authorization Number (RMA).
To get out of warranty service ...
To obtain out of warranty service, contact Wi-Ex at 1-800-871-1612 or [email protected] for information on the possibility of any costs
for repair or replacement of out-of-warranty products.
Reminder: Record the model and serial number found on the product below:
PCS band Cellular band
Frequency Uplink: 1850-1910 MHz
Uplink:
824-849 MHz
Downlink: 1930-1990 MHz
Downlink: 869-894 MHz
System Gain
60dB 60dB
Band supported
A, 0, B, E, F, C A, B,A', B'
Networks
COMA, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, EVDO, 1xRTT, UMTS, HSPA, 3G
Power Consumption- Power Supply
3W standby; 7W max signal- 5.0VDC, 2.0A Max
Wall Supply Input
100-240VAC, 50-60 Hz
System Certifications
FCC Parts 15 & 24 (PCS), Parts 15 & 22 (CEL), Industry Canada
Base Unit Size and Weight
5' x7' x 1.25' - 9 oz.
Operating Conditions
Indoor Use Only (40' - 105' F)
Coverage (open areas)
up to 2500 sq ft
This product uses patented technology to protect the carrier network
FCC Information
FCC 10: S04YX545-PCS-CEL
Warning: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Wi-Ex could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
the equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radiolTV technician for help
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be
co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to
radiofrequency fields, the radiating element (antenna) shall be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm (8in) is
maintained from all persons.
Industry Canada Regulations
Canada IC: 5544A-YX545PCSCEL
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The term 'IC:' before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
RF Exposure:
The manufacturer's rated output power of this equipment is for single carrier operation. For situations when multiple carrier signals are
present, the rating would have to be reduced by 3.5 dB, especially where the output is re-radiated and can cause interference to adjacent
band users. This power reduction is to be by means of input power or gain reduction and not by an attenuator at the output of the device.
Please note: This unit has been approved for use in Canada under RSS 131, however, consent for the use of this device to improve cellular
or PCS coverage, must be obtained through your cellular or PCS provider, prior to placing the unit in operation. Please refer to the Industry
Canada document CPC 2-1-05, Section 6.1 available or viewable at: http://www.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/smt-gst.nsf/en/sf08942e.html
Cet appareillage numerique de la classe [BI repond 11 toutes les exigences de I'interference canadienne causant des reglements
d'equipement. L'operation est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif peut ne pas causer I'interference nocive, et (2) ce
dispositif doit accepter n'importe quelle interference re9ue, Y compris I'interference qui peut causer I'operation peu desiree.
Le fabricant nominale de la puissance de sortie de ce materiel est simple transporteur. Pour les situations lorsque plusieurs signaux
porteurs sont presents, I'evaluation devrait etre reduite de 3.5 dB, en particulier lorsque Ie signal de sortie est re-emise et peut provoquer
des interferences adjacentes 11 la bande utilisateurs. Ce pouvoir est de la reduction par Ie biais de la sortie d'alimentation ou la reduction
de gain et non par un attenuateur 11 la sortie du dispositif.

Antenna Bracket Assembly
Bracket assembly is easy:
To mount antenna to apole:
Attach bottom of antenna to pole bracket as pictured.
Use U-Bolt to secure bracket to pole and fasten.
To mount antenna to a flat surface:
Attach bottom of antenna to pole bracket as pictured.
Secure bracket to desired surface using provided screws.
Use of the Saddle and U-Bolt are not necessary for this option.
POLE BRACKET
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