Wilson Electronics U-Booster 2B5225 User manual

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SIGNALBOOST™
U-Booster™
Universal Dual-Band Wireless Cellular / PCSAmplifier with Built-inAntenna
Model # 2B5225 FCC ID: PWO2B5225 IC: 4726A-2B5225*
Wilson
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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.
* The term “IC” before the certification number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Contents:
How it Works · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·· 2
Install Diagrams - Vehicle · · · · · · · · · · ·2
Powering Up a Wilson Amplifier · · · · · 4
Understanding the Amplifier Lights · · 4
Warnings and Recommendations · · · ·6
About Wilson Electronics · · · · · · · · · · 6
Amplifier Specifications · · · · · · · · · · · · Back Cover
The phone must be placed in the U-Booster cradle at all times.
To achieve the best performance while the phone remains in the cradle, use a Bluetooth® headset for voice communications.
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Inside this Package
Mini Magnet-Mount
antenna Vehicle Dash
Mounting Brackets
DC Plug-In
Power Supply
U-Booster™
Wireless Amplifier/
Cradle
Wilson®Electronics, Inc.
Accessory Antennas & Mounts
Accessory Antenna Options
In addition to the convenient mini magnetic roof mount antenna included with your kit, Wilson
Electronics offers a wide variety of outside antennas to help you customize your amplifier for a specific
application. All models shown below double the power to the cell site compared to the mini magnet
antenna. See your dealer or visit www.wilsonelectronics.com
2D9969
AC Power Supply 901120
Gooseneck
Suction Cup
Crade Mount
901130
Cup Holder
Cradle Mount
901132
Adjustable
Suction Cup
Cradle Mount
901131
Low Profile
Suction Cup
Cradle Mount
Accessory Power Supply, Antenna Mounting ,Cradle Mounting and Charging Cable Options
301104
NMO Mount
Antenna
For permanent
vehicle roof mount
on cars and
pickup trucks.
Mounts on
Wilson NMO style
mounts: 901101,
901102, and
901103
301101
Trucker
Antenna
Designed for
mirror mounting
on large trucks.
Mounts on Wilson
3/8” mounts:
901104 and
901106
301103
12” Magnet
Mount Antenna
301133
RV
Antenna
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on non-metal
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901128
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Window Mount
Included: if U-Booster® Kit is purchased
To order accessory items please call 800-204-4104 or visit www.wilsonelectronics.com
859967- Micro USB to Mini USB
859968- HTC USB to Mini USB
859966- Mini USB to Mini USB

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General
Your Wilson amplifier has been carefully engineered to significantly improve the performance of
your phone. Together with an outside antenna, the amplifier’s state-of-the-art circuitry is designed to
increase your phones signal to and from the cell site, up to 20 times greater than the phone alone. The
U-Booster™ reduces disconnects and dropouts and increases data communication rates on 2G and 3G
networks.
How it Works
With the phone in the cradle and while using a wireless Bluetooth headset (or wired hands free device)
the outside antenna collects the cell tower signal and sends it through its cable to the amplifier located
inside the cradle. The signal is then boosted by the amplifier and sent to the phone via the built-in
antenna inside the cradle. When the phone transmits, the signal is picked up by the antenna inside the
cradle, boosted by the amplifier and broadcast back to the cell tower via the outside antenna.
Before Getting Started
This guide will help you properly install the Wilson U-Booster™Dual-Band Wireless Amplifier. It is important to read
through all of the installation steps prior to actual installation. If you do not understand the instructions contact
Wilson Technical Support at 866-294-1660.
Wiring Diagram
Provides power to both the
amplifier and charging for
the phone
Various
mounting
options
available
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Vehicle Installation
Exterior antenna
communicates
with cell site
Amplifier boosts
signal to and from
cell site
Provides power to both the
amplifier and charging for
the phone with the correct
optional charging cable

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OPTION 1
ADHESIVE BRACKET
1. Clean the area where the bracket is to be mounted with the
alcohol wipe provided. Allow to dry.
2. Peel the backing to expose the adhesive and press the bracket
onto the desired location in the vehicle. Note: be sure the tab is
positioned vertically, not horizontally.
3. Allow the adhesive to cure for 24 hours before you attach the
U-Booster™.
4. Once the cradle is attached, you can adjust the angle of the
adhesive bracket by applying gentle pressure to the top or bottom
of the U-Booster™. This option is designed to swivel when the
knurled nut is loosened, for greater adjustability of the U-Booster™
viewing angle. To lock bracket into position tighten large nut.
OPTION 2
ADHESIVE/SCREW SWIVEL BRACKET
This mount allows for adhesive mounting as well as more
permanent screw mounting. This option is designed to swivel
when the knurled nut is loosened, for greater adjustability of the
U-Booster™ viewing angle. For adhesive mounting, follow steps 1,
2 and 3 in option 1.
For screw mounting, use an ice pick or an awl to punch through
the adhesive and expose the four screw holes in the bracket. You
must provide the screws of an appropriate size for your particular
application. Using the bracket as a template, mark the locations
for the screws as shown, drill pilot holes, attach the bracket with
adhesive, and tighten all screws.
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Vehicle Installation
1. Place Magnetic Roof Top Antenna
To receive the best cell signal, select a location for the outside antenna that is preferably in the center of the vehicle’s
roof, 12 inches away from any other antennas and free of obstructions, at least 8-12 inches from the rear or side
windows or sunroof.
The outside antenna must be installed vertically. Signal
performance will be degraded if the antenna is not
vertical.
The antenna cable is small yet strong enough that it may
be shut in most vehicle doors without damaging the cable.
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 under the seal and push
the seal back into place. This prevents constant wear
and tear on the cable as the door opens and closes. The
antenna cable is small enough to easily tuck under the
door seal or plastic molding.
Magnet-Mount
Antenna Shown Carefully
Pull Down
Door Seal
Run Cable
Under Seal
2. Attach the Mounting Bracket
Two mounting brackets are provided for attaching the U-Booster™ to your vehicle’s dash. Choose the appropriate
one for your application. See bracket specific mounting options below.
3. Attach the U-Booster™
Once you have installed your selected mount in the desired location, and waited 24 hours for adhesive to cure, attach
the cradle by aligning the rectangular hole on its back with the tab on the mount, grasping the sides of the cradle, slide
it downward approximately ¼ inch into place.

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4. Powering up the Wilson U-Booster™ Amplifier
Make sure the outside antenna cable is connected before
powering up the amplifier.
Connect the mini-USB plug on the power cable to the U-Boosters
mini USB port located on the bottom of the U-Booster™and insert the
adapter into the cigarette lighter outlet of your vehicle.
The U-Booster™may remain on all the time. However, leaving the
U-Booster™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 U-Booster™through the ignition switch
so that the amplifier is turned on and off with the vehicle. The 12 VDC
power source on many vehicles is shut off with the ignition key.
Note: With (optional) charging cables the U-Booster™5V power
supply provides charging current to the phone.
IMPORTANT: Do not power up the amplifier unless the outside
antenna cable is attached to amplifier.
WARNING: Use only the supplied Wilson power supply/connector to
power your U-Booster™.
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Phone charging connector port.
Connect to your phone with optional cables
Optional Phone Charging Cables
Understanding the Amplifier Lights
Separation of U-Booster™ and the outside antenna is very important. In a vehicle, the metal roof acts as a
barrier and helps shield the two antennas from each other, preventing oscillation.
Oscillation can occur when the roof mounted antenna is too close to the U-Booster™ inside the vehicle. An
oscillation (or feedback) in an amplifier is similar to when a microphone is too close to a speaker in a sound
system, resulting in a loud whistle. An oscillation in a cellular amplifier, if allowed to occur, can affect nearby cell
sites’ ability to handle calls.
If the light turns red, an oscillation has occured and the amplifier has powered down to protect the cell tower.
The outside roof mounted antenna needs to be moved farther from the U-Booster™. In a vehicle installation,
move the outside antenna on the roof of the car farther to the rear of the car, but at least 8-12 inches from the
rear or side windows or sunroof. Remove power from the U-Booster™ and reconnect power - this resets the
U-Booster™.
If the light is now green, the oscillation has stopped and the U-Booster™ is working. If the red light is still on,
move the outside 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 U-Booster™.
859967- Micro USB to Mini USB
859968- HTC USB to Mini USB
859966- Mini USB to Mini USB

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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.The
antenna cable is small enough to easily tuck under the door seal or plastic
molding.
The Wilson U-Booster™ may be placed in any convenient indoor location, such as a desk or tabletop. The cell phone must be in the
cradle and a Bluetooth® headset used for voice communications.
Attaching the Antenna
Once you have selected the location for the U-Booster™, run the cable from the outside antenna and attach it to
the SMA connector on the bottom of the U-Booster™. Note: the U-Booster™ and the outside antenna must have a
minimum separation of 8 feet to prevent oscillation.
Installing the Wilson U-Booster Amplifier in a Building
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Building Installation
Suction cup Antenna Window Mount -not included-
Available from Wilson Electronics.
www.wilsonelectronics.com or call 800-204-4104

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WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Warning: Do not plug in the power supply until the outside antenna cable is attached to the
amplifier.
Warning: RF Safety: The U-Booster™cradle/amplifier 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 FCC requires that a cell phone with cradle attached may only be used
with the cradle mounted as illustrated in this installation guide. A cell phone held near the
ear must be without the cradle attached.
Warning: RF Safety: The OutsideAntennas authorized for use with this amplifier are shown
on page 1 of this guide. Other antennas may be used, but only in fixed installations
when located outside of a building or structure (not in mobile/ portable installations),
provided that:
(a) antenna location ensures at least a 30 inch separation distance from all persons,
(b) antenna gain less cable loss does not exceed 15 dBi, and
(c) such antennas are not operating in conjunction with any other antennas, or
transmitting devices.
If the vehicle has a sunroof, it is important to keep the outside antenna at least 8 inches from the edge of
the sunroof. This prevents the amplifier from oscillating.
Separation of the U-Booster and the outside antenna is
very important. In a vehicle, the metal
roof acts as a barrier and helps shield
the two antennas from each pother,
preventing oscillation.
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 55,000-square-foot headquarters in St.
George, Utah. Wilson has product dealers in all 50 states as well as in countries all over the world.
Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM: Green Light always OFF
1) Make sure that the power source is supplying power to the U-Booster by checking
that the light is on.
2) If the DC plug-in power supply is properly inserted, but the plug’s light doesn’t
come on, then check the 12 volts from the car socket, and check the fuse in the
DC plug-in power supply.
SYMPTOM: Red Light always ON
1) Make sure that the antenna connector is tight.
2) Place the outside antenna on its side (see picture). Reset U-Booster™ power
(off and back on) again. The light should now be green (antenna was too close).
Turn U-Booster™ off and proceed to step 3.
3) Return the outside antenna to its upright position, and move it further towards
the rear of the vehicle, (away from the U-Booster™) but no closer than 8 inches from a sunroof, rear or side
windows. Power U-Booster™ back on and recheck for a green light. If light is still red, continue moving the
antenna further back and resetting the power until the light changes to green and stays green. Remember to stay
more than 8 inches away from a sunroof, rear or side windows.
4) If the light remains red, call Wilson Technical Support at 866-294-1660.

Wilson®Electronics, Inc. Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] - www.wilsonelectronics.com
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 issues 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 within the continental United States.
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.
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.
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.
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Amplifier Specifications Dual Band
800/1900 MHz Specifications
Model Number / Part Number 2B5225/805225
Connectors SMA Female
Impedance (input/output) 50 ohms
Frequency 824-894 MHz / 1850-1990 MHz
1Passband Gain (nominal) 20 dB (typical) / 30 dB (maximum)
220 dB Bandwidth (nominal) 800 MHz (uplink/downlink) 43 MHz / 45 MHz
1900 MHz (uplink/downlink) 112 MHz / 84 MHz
Power output for single cell phone (uplink) 800 MHz 1900 MHz
CDMA 28.9 dBm 31.8 dBm
GSM 30.9 dBm 32.6 dBm
EDGE 30.9 dBm 31.9 dBm
WCDMA 30.13 dBm 31.4 dBm
3,4Power output (uplink) for multiple
cell phones: Number of
cell phones
Maximum Power3
800 MHz 1900 MHz
2 27.3 dBm 21.5 dBm
3 23.8 dBm 18.0 dBm
4 21.3 dBm 15.5 dBm
5 19.3 dBm 13.5 dBm
6 17.8 dBm 12.0 dBm
Power output for single received channel (downlink) 800 MHz 1900 MHz
CDMA -.9 dBm 1.0 dBm
GSM -1.3 dBm 1.8 dBm
EDGE -1.3 dBm 2.1 dBm
WCDMA .32 dBm 2.3 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 -1.1 dBm 2.2 dBm
3 -4.7 dBm -1.4 dBm
4 -7.2 dBm -3.9 dBm
5 -9.1 dBm -5.8 dBm
6 --10.7 dBm -7.4 dBm
Noise Figure (typical) 3 dB nominal
Isolation > 40 dB
Power Requirements 5V DC, 1A
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 every time the number of signals is doubled.