Wilson Electronics SIGNALBOOST MobilePro User manual

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SIGNALBOOST™
MobilePro™
Dual-Band Wireless
Cellular / PCS Amplifier
with Built-in Antenna
Contents:
Guarantee and Warranty · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1
How it Works · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2
Install Diagrams - Vehicle · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3
Install Diagrams - In-Building · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 4
Vehicle Installation -Antenna · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 5
Vehicle Installation · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 6
In-Building Installation · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 7
Powering Up a Wilson Amplifier · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8
Understanding the Amplifier Lights · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8
Warnings and Recommendations · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 9
About Wilson Electronics · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·10
Amplifier Specifications · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Back Cover
Wilson
®
Electronics, Inc.
Warning: 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
amplifier.
!

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30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
All Wilson Electronics products are protected by Wilson’s 30-day money-back
guarantee. If, for any reason, the performance of any product is not acceptable,
simply return the product directly to the reseller with a dated proof of purchase.
1-Year Warranty
Wilson Electronics amplifiers are warranted for one (1) year against defects in
workmanship and / or materials. Warranty cases may be resolved by returning the
product directly to the reseller with a dated proof of purchase.
Amplifiers may also be returned directly to the manufacturer at the consumer’s
expense, with a dated proof of purchase and a Returned Material Authorization
(RMA) number supplied by Wilson Electronics. Wilson shall, at its option, either
repair or replace the product. Wilson Electronics will pay for delivery of the repaired
or replaced product back to the original consumer.
This warranty does not apply to any amplifiers determined by Wilson Electronics
to have been subjected to misuse, abuse, neglect, or mishandling that alters or
damages physical or electronic properties.
RMA numbers may be obtained by phoning Technical Support at 866-294-1660.
Disclaimer: The information provided by Wilson Electronics, Inc. is believed to
be complete and accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by Wilson
Electronics, Inc. for any business or personal losses arising from its use, or for
any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from
its use.
Copyright © 2008 Wilson Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of this device.

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Installation Instructions for the Following Wilson Amplifier:
SIGNALBOOST™MobilePro™Dual-Band Wireless Amplifier
Part # 801240 Model # 271220
FCC ID: PWO271220SA IC: 4726A-271220SA
The term “IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
Inside this Package
How it Works
Your new Wilson amplifier has been carefully engineered to significantly improve the
performance of your cell phone or cellular data card in mobile and in-building applications.
Together with an outside antenna, the amplifier’s state-of-the-art technology is designed
to increase your signal up to 6 times, reduce disconnects and dropouts, and increase data
communication rates needed for 3G technologies.
The outside antenna will collect the cell tower signal and send it through the cable to the
amplifier. The signal is then boosted and sent through the built-in inside antenna. Your cell
phone or data card then communicates with the improved signal. When the cell phone or
data card transmits, the signal goes through the inside antenna, is boosted by the amplifier
and broadcast back to the cell tower through the outside antenna.
Wilson Electronics manufactures a wide variety of outside antennas to help you customize
your amplifier for your specific application. Several are shown below. See your dealer or visit
www.wilsonelectronics.com.
Wireless
amplifier
NMO
Mount
Dual-Band
Trucker
Mount
Dual-Band
Marine
Antenna
Dual-Band
RV / Trucker
Spring-Mount
Antenna
USB power
cable
Cigarette lighter
power supply with
USB connection
Magnet-
mount
antenna
Mini Magnet-
mount
antenna
(some kits)

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Exterior antenna
communicates with
cell site.
Amplifier powered through
vehicle cigarette lighter or
USB port of laptop computer.
Amplifier boosts
signal to and from
cell site.
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POWER TO
AMPLIFIER
MobilePro™
Amplifier
USB Power Cable
Outside
Antenna
(mounted
on vehicle)
Cigarette lighter
power supply Laptop USB Port
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Before Getting Started
This guide will help you properly install Wilson’s SIGNALBOOST™MobilePro™Dual-Band
Wireless Cellular/PCS Amplifier. It is important to read through all of the installation
steps for your particular application prior to installing any equipment. 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,
seek professional help, or contact Wilson Technical Support at 866-294-1660.
Vehicle Installation
Installation Diagram - Vehicle
See detailed instructions on page 5

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USB Power Cable
Outside
Antenna
(mounted
on window)
AC power supply Laptop USB Port
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MobilePro™
Amplifier
In-Building Installation
Installation Diagram - In-Building
See detailed instructions on page 6
An in-building accessory kit is available from Wilson Electronics. It includes the window
bracket antenna mount, and AC adapter, and a convenient travel case.
Warning: The outside antenna must
have a separation of at least 8 inches from all
persons during normal operation.
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Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna on a Vehicle
To receive the best cell signal, select a location in the center of the vehicle’s roof 12 inches
away from any other antennas and free of obstructions.
Follow the specific antenna installation instructions included with the outside antenna (sold
separately except for certain kits).
The outside antenna must be installed
vertically. Signal performance will be
degraded if the antenna is not vertical.
The antenna cable may be run through the
door to the amplifier.
For a more professional-looking installation,
the antenna cable may be run under the
door seal. Carefully pull down the door
seal. Run the cable through the seal
and push the seal back into place. This
prevents constant wear and tear on the
cable as the door opens and closes.
Optional Magnet-
Mount Antenna
Shown
Carefully
Pull Down
Door Seal
Run Cable
Under
Seal
Warning: The outside antenna and
amplifier must have a separation of at least 8
inches from all persons during normal operation.
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The Wilson MobilePro™Amplifier is
designed for installation on the dashboard
of your vehicle, using the supplied adhesive
bracket. Attach the bracket in a suitable
location to the right of the steering wheel.
NOTE: Be sure to select a location for
the amplifier that does not inhibit your
ability to operate the vehicle safely.
Once you have installed the bracket, attach
the MobilePro™Amplifier by aligning the
hole on the back with the hook on the
bracket. Grasping the sides of the amplifier,
slide it downward approximately ¼ inch into
place.
Run the cable from the outside antenna
and attach it to the SMA connector labeled
“antenna” on the amplifier. Be sure that the
cable does not interfere with your ability to
operate the vehicle safely.
Attaching the Antenna
Installing a Wilson MobilePro™Amplifier in a Vehicle
The Wilson MobilePro™Amplifier performs
better the closer it is to the cell phone (with
minimum 8-inch separation). Thus, if you
regularly drive through particularly weak
signal areas, you should consider installing
the amplifier on the back of the driver’s side
headrest.
To do so, attach a strip of Velcro (available
at most hardware or fabric stores) to
the back of the amplifier and adhere the
matching strip to the back of headrest.
Visually align the strips of Velcro and press
the amplifier against the headrest so that it
is held in place by the Velcro.
Run the cable from the outside antenna
and attach it to the SMA connector labeled
“antenna” on the amplifier. Be sure that the
cable does not interfere with your ability to
operate the vehicle safely.
Alternative Amplifier Installation for Weak Signal Areas

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Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna in a Building
Follow the specific antenna instructions included with the outside antenna (sold separately
except for certain kits). These instructions assume that you are using a Wilson magnet-mount
or mini magnet-mount antenna and the optional suction-cup window bracket.
To receive the best signal, select a window on the side of your building where your outside
signal is the strongest.
Attach the suction-cup bracket to the inside
of a window so that the cable will reach
the amplifier location. Place the bracket as
high on the window as possible for best
performance.
Once the bracket is in place, attach the
magnet base of the antenna to the flat
surface of the bracket. Note: the antenna
must be installed vertically. Signal
performance will be degraded if the
antenna is not vertical.
Warning: The outside antenna must
have a separation of at least 8 inches from all
persons during normal operation.
!
The Wilson MobilePro™Amplifier may be
placed in any convenient indoor location,
such as a desk or tabletop. The closer the
cell phone or laptop data card is to the
amplifier (with its built-in inside antenna),
the better will be its performance.
Attaching the Antenna
Once you have selected the location for
the amplifier, run the cable from the outside
antenna and attach it to the SMA connector
labeled “antenna” on the amplifier. Note:
the amplifier and the outside antenna must
have a minimum separation of 8 feet to
prevent oscillation.
Installing the Wilson MobilePro™Amplifier in a Building

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Powering up the Wilson MobilePro™Amplifier
In a Vehicle
Make sure the outside antenna cable is
connected before powering up the amplifier.
Connect the mini-USB plug on the power
cable to the amplifier port marked by the USB
symbol. Connect the other end of the power
cable to the USB port on the cigarette lighter
adapter and insert the adapter into the cigarette
lighter outlet of your vehicle. (If you are using a
laptop to power your amplifier, insert the other
end of the power cable into a USB port on the
laptop and power up the laptop.)
Carefully insert the USB power cable.
IMPORTANT: Do not power up the amplifier
unless the outside antenna cable is attached
to amplifier. Warning: Use only Wilson cigarette
lighter or AC adapters
!
Understanding the Amplifier Lights
If the light turns red, oscillation is occurring and the amplifier has powered down. The
outside antenna needs to be moved farther from the built-in antenna in the amplifier. In a
vehicle installation, move the outside antenna on the roof of the car to the rear of the car,
but at least 8-12 inches from the rear or side windows. In a building installation, move the
amplifier farther from the outside antenna. Remove power from the amplifier and reinstall
power - this resets the amplifier.
If the light is now green, the oscillation has stopped and the amplifier is working. If the red
light is still on, move the antenna farther away and repeat the process.
In a vehicle, always use a magnet-mount or roof-mount antenna. Do not use a glass-
mount antenna, as oscillation may cause continuous shut-down of the amplifier.
An amber light indicates overload from the cell site. The amplifier has temporarily
shut down and will automatically reset approximately 1,000 feet or more from
the cell site.
The amplifier may remain on all the time.
However, leaving the amplifier on in a vehicle
when it is not running can discharge the
battery in a day or two.
A good option is to power the amplifier
through the ignition switch so the amplifier is
turned on and off with the vehicle.
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In a Building
Make sure the outside antenna cable is
connected before powering up the amplifier.
Connect the mini-USB plug on the AC adapter
cable to the amplifier port marked by the USB
symbol. Connect the other end of the cable to
a standard AC power outlet. (If you are using
a computer to power your amplifier, use the
supplied USB cable.)

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Warnings and Recommendations
Warning: Do not plug the amplifier directly into the cell phone or cellular
data card using an antenna adapter. It will damage the cell
phone or cellular data card.
Warning: Do not plug in the DC power supply until the outside antenna
cable is attached to the amplifier.
Warning: RF Safety: The amplifier with its built-in antenna must be
installed with a separation of at least 8 inches from all persons
and must not be located in conjunction with any other antenna or
amplifier.
Warning: RF Safety: The outside antenna must be installed with a
separation of at least 8 inches from any of the vehicle’s
occupants or nearby persons and must not be located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or amplifier. All
roof-mount antennas should be centrally located on the roof of
the vehicle. Use of this cellular amplifier with antennas other
than those illustrated could be hazardous. Before using other
antennas, contact Wilson Technical Support at 886-294-1660.
Separation of inside and outside antennas is very important. In a vehicle,
the metal roof acts as a barrier and helps shield the two antennas from
each other, preventing oscillation.
If the vehicle has a sunroof, it is important to keep the outside antenna at least 12
inches from the edge of the sunroof. This prevents the amplifier from overloading or
oscillating.
Distance between antennas
through a sunroof must be
5 feet or more.

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About Wilson Electronics
Wilson Electronics, Inc. has been a leader in the wireless communications
industry for nearly 40 years. The company designs and manufactures amplifiers,
antennas and related components that significantly improve cellular telephone
signal reception and transmission in a wide variety of applications, both mobile
and in-building.
With extensive experience in antenna and amplifier research and design, the
company’s engineering team uses a state-of-the-art testing laboratory, including
an anechoic chamber and network analyzers, to fine-tune antenna designs and
performance. For its amplifiers, Wilson uses a double-shielded RF enclosure and
cell site simulators for compliance testing.
All products are engineered and assembled in the company’s 50,000-square-foot
headquarters in St. George, Utah. Wilson has product dealers in all 50 states as
well as in countries all over the world.

Wilson®Electronics, Inc.
Phone: [phone] www.wilsonelectronics.com Fax: [phone]
Part #110543 -Amplifier Instructions MobilePro™ HP (ver 1)-010 / 05.05.09
Amplifier Specifications Dual Band
800/1900 MHz Specifications
Model Number / Part Number 271220/801240
Connector SMA Female
Impedance (input/output) 50 ohms
Dimensions 5.2 X 2.7 X 1.2 inch or 13.2 X 6.9 X 3.1 cm
Weight 3 oz or 83 Grams
Frequency 824-894 MHz / 1850-1990 MHz
1Passband Gain (nominal) 40 dB (typical) / 50 dB (maximum)
220 dB Bandwidth (nominal) 800 MHz (uplink/downlink) 43 MHz / 45 MHz (maximum)
1900 MHz (uplink/downlink) 90 MHz / 89 MHz (maximum)
Power output for single cell phone (uplink) 800 MHz 1900 MHz
CDMA 31.4 dBm 30.1 dBm
GSM 26.9 dBm 26.3 dBm
EDGE 26.0 dBm 25.1 dBm
WCDMA 31.3 dBm 30.9 dBm
AMPS 26.6 dBm
3,4Power output (uplink) for multiple
cell phones: Number of
cell phones
Maximum Power3
800 MHz 1900 MHz
2 18.8 dBm 18.5 dBm
3 15.3 dBm 14.9 dBm
4 12.8 dBm 12.4 dBm
5 10.9 dBm 10.5 dBm
6 9.3 dBm 8.9 dBm
Power output for single received channel (downlink) 800 MHz 1900 MHz
CDMA 5.6 dBm 1.8 dBm
GSM 0.7 dBm -2.7 dBm
EDGE -2.5 dBm -6.4 dBm
WCDMA -2.8 dBm -1.0 dBm
AMPS -2.6 dBm
3,4Power output for multiple
received channels (downlink). The
maximum power is reduced by the
number of channels: Number of channels
Maximum Power3
800 MHz 1900 MHz
2 7.0 dBm 0.2 dBm
3 3.5 dBm -3.4 dBm
4 1.0 dBm -5.9 dBm
5 -1.0 dBm -7.8 dBm
6 -2.6 dBm -9.4 dBm
Noise Figure (typical) 3 dB nominal
Isolation > 90 dB
Power Requirements 5 - 8 V DC, 0.5A
Notes:
1. Nominal gain is the maximum gain at any frequency in the passband.
2. Nominal bandwidth is the difference between two frequencies that are adjacent to the passband where the amplification is 20 dB
lower than the passband amplification. One of the frequencies is lower than the passband and the other is higher.
3. 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 signal 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.
4. The maximum power for 2 or more simultaneous signals will be reduced by 6 dB for every doubling of the number of signals.