Wilson Electronics 271220 User manual

Signal Booster
Installation
Guide
SIGNALBOOST™
iBooster®
Contents:
How it Works ............................... 1
Install Diagrams - Vehicle ...................2 - 3
Powering Up a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster . 4
Understanding the Signal Booster Lights ......... 5
Warnings and Recommendations .............. 6
About Wilson Electronics...................... 6
Signal Booster Specifications ..........Back Cover
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 signal booster.
* iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.
** The term “IC” before the certification number only signifies that
Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Dual-Band Wireless Cellular / PCS
Smart Technology ™ Signal Booster
with Built-in Antenna for the iPhone*
Part # 805201 Model # 271220 Patent# 784838
FCC ID: PWO271220SA IC: 4726A-271220SA**

1
Inside this Package
General
Your new Wilson Electronics signal booster has been carefully engineered to significantly improve
the performance of your iPhone* in mobile applications. Together with an outside antenna, the
signal booster’s state-of-the-art circuitry is designed to increase your iPhone* signal to and from the
cell tower, up to 20 times greater than the iPhone* alone. The iBooster reduces disconnects and
dropouts and increases data communication rates on 2G and 3G networks.
How it Works
The roof mounted outside antenna collects the cell tower signal and sends it through its cable to the
signal booster located inside the cradle. The signal is then boosted and sent to the iPhone* via the
built-in antenna inside the cradle/signal booster. When the iPhone* transmits, the signal is picked up
by the antenna inside the cradle, boosted by the signal booster and broadcast back to the cell tower
via the roof mounted outside antenna.
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 signal booster for a
specific application. All models shown below double the power to the cell tower compared to the mini-
magnet antenna. See your dealer or visit www.WilsonElectronics.com.
iBooster Wireless
Signal Booster/Cradle
Mini-Magnet Mount
antenna
vehicle power adapter Vehicle Dash
Mounting Brackets
A) The iBooster achieves the best performance while the iPhone*
remains in the cradle and a Bluetooth®headset is used.
B) When the iBooster is dash mounted, the iPhone*can be removed and
still maintain good amplification from a distance of up to 2 feet.
maximum distance of 2 feet from
dash mounted cradle
AB
iPhone*case
adapter
Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660
or email: [email protected] Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MST.

2
Before Getting Started
This guide will help you properly install Wilson Electronics iBooster Dual-Band Wireless Signal
Booster. It is important to read through all of the installation steps prior to actual installation.
For further assistance please call Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team: 866-294-1660.
Installation Diagram
Provides power to both the
signal booster and charging
for the iPhone*
Place power supply
under vehicle seat
Vehicle Antenna Options
Trucker
Antenna
Ideal for mirror
mounting on large
trucks.
Mounts on 3/8”
mirror mount.
(301101)
RV
Antenna
For vehicle roof
mount.
(301133)
NMO Mount
Antenna
For permanent
vehicle roof
mount. For
professional
mounting on cars
and pickup trucks.
(301104)
12” Magnet
Mount Antenna
High Gain
Magnet-Mount
Antenna
(301130)
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or email: [email protected] Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MST.
for the home, ofce and vehicle
visit www.WilsonElectronics.com

3
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.
Magnet-Mount
Antenna Shown
For a more professional-looking installation,
run the antenna cable 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.
Carefully
Pull Down
Door Seal
Run Cable
Under Seal
Vehicle Installation
Outside antenna
communicates
with cell tower.
Signal Booster
amplifies signal to
and from cell tower.
Signal booster and iPhone*
charging powered through
vehicle power adapter socket.
Place power supply
under vehicle seat.
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or email: [email protected] Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MST.

4
OPTION 1
Air Vent Bracket
1. Slide the bracket clips into
the chosen vent location
until they snap into place. If
necessary, use a thin-bladed
screwdriver to gently pry the
clips apart as they slide into
the vent.
2. Position the moveable arm
at the base of the bracket to
achieve the desired angle
and to provide additional
stability for the iBooster.
OPTION 2
Adhesive Bracket
1. Clean the area where the bracket is
to be mounted with rubbing alcohol
and a soft cloth. 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
iBooster.
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 iBooster.
Lock bracket into position with a
phillips head screwdriver once
desired angle is established.
OPTION 3
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 iBooster viewing
angle. For adhesive mounting, follow
steps 1, 2 and 3 of Option 2.
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.
3. Attach the iBooster®
Once you have installed your selected mount in the desired location, 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.
2. Attach the Mounting Bracket
Three different mounting brackets are provided for attaching the iBooster to your vehicle’s dash.
Choose the appropriate one for your application. See bracket specific mounting options below.
4. Powering up the Wilson Electronics iBooster®Signal Booster
Make sure the outside antenna cable is connected before powering up the signal booster.
Connect the mini-USB plug on the power cable to the signal booster’s mini USB port on the iBooster.
Insert the adapter into the vehicle power adapter outlet of your vehicle.
The signal booster may remain on all the time. However, leaving the signal 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 signal booster through the ignition switch so that the signal booster
is turned on and off with the vehicle. The 12 volt AC socket on many vehicles is shut off with the
ignition key.
Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660
or email: [email protected] Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MST.

5
Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM: Green Light always OFF
Make sure that the 12 volt power source is supplying power to the iBooster by checking that the1.
switch on the 12 volt power plug is on and the plug’s red light is on.
If the vehicle power adapter plug is properly inserted with the switch on, but the plug’s light does2.
not come on, then check the 12 volts from the car socket, and check the fuse in the PS1 plug.
Note: The iBooster 12V power supply provides charging
current to the iPhone*.
IMPORTANT: Do not power up the signal booster unless
the outside antenna cable is attached to signal booster.
WARNING: Use only the supplied Wilson Electronics power
supply/connector to power your iBooster.
5. Place iPhone* into the Cradle
Note: If you use an external protective case on your iPhone*,
the factory installed “case adapter” will need to be popped out
from the cradle by gently prying up with a screwdriver as shown.
If you do not use a protective case with your iPhone*, the factory
installed adapter is required for a proper fit. When placing
the iPhone* into the cradle, ensure that proper mating occurs
between the iPhone’s* bottom interface connector and the
mating connector inside (bottom) of the iBooster cradle.
Understanding the Signal Booster Lights
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.
Oscillation can occur when the roof mounted antenna is
too close to the antenna inside the vehicle (internal to the
iBooster). An oscillation (feedback) in a signal booster 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 signal booster, if allowed to occur, can affect nearby
cell towers’ ability to handle calls.
If the light turns red, oscillation is occurring and the signal
booster has powered down. The outside roof mounted
antenna needs to be moved farther from the signal 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 signal booster and reconnect power - this
resets the signal booster.
If the light is now green, the oscillation has stopped and the signal booster 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 signal booster.
USB power connector.
Connect to Wilson Electronics’s
power supply
iPhone*accessory socket
Antenna
connection
iPhone*case adapter
How to remove
iPhone*case adapter
pry up gently
Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660
or email: [email protected] Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MST.

6
Warnings And Recommendations
Warning: Do not plug in the power supply until the outside antenna cable is attached to the
signal booster.
Warning: RF Safety: The iBooster cradle/signal booster 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 signal booster.
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 signal booster.
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 8 inches from the edge
of the sunroof. This prevents the signal booster from oscillating.
About Wilson Electronics
Wilson Electronics, Inc. has been a leader in the wireless communications industry for over 40
years. The company designs and manufactures signal boosters, 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 signal booster 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 signal boosters, Wilson
Electronics uses a double-shielded RF enclosure and cell tower simulators for compliance testing.
Wilson Electronics signal boosters feature patented Smart Technology ™ that enables them to
automatically adjust their power based on cell tower requirements. By detecting and preventing
oscillation (feedback), signal overload and interference with other users, these Smart Technology ™
signal boosters improve network cell phone areas without compromising carrier systems.
All products are engineered and assembled in the company’s 55,000-square-foot headquarters in St.
George, Utah. Wilson Electronics has product dealers in all 50 states
as well as in countries all over the world.
SYMPTOM: Red Light always ON
Make sure that the antenna connector is on tightly.1.
Place the Outside Antenna on its side (see picture). Reset2.
iBooster power (off and back on again). The light should
now be green (antenna was too close). Turn iBooster off and
proceed to step 3.
Return the outside antenna to its upright position, and3.
move it further towards the rear of the vehicle, (away from the iBooster) but no closer than 8
inches from a sunroof, rear or side windows. Power iBooster 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.
If none of the above corrects the problem, call Wilson Electronics Technical Support at 866-294-1660.4.
Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660
or email: [email protected] Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MST.

iBooster Specifications Dual-Band
Model Number 271220
Impedance (input/output) 50 ohms
Frequency 824-894 MHz / 1850-1990 MHz
1Passband Gain (nominal) 800 MHz uplink 40 dB (typical) / 46 dB (maximum)
800 MHz downlink 40 dB (typical) / 49 dB (maximum)
1900 MHz uplink 41 dB (typical) / 50 dB (maximum)
1900 MHz downlink 41 dB (typical) / 50 dB (maximum)
220 dB Bandwidth (nominal) 800 MHz (uplink/downlink) 35 MHz / 45 MHz (maximum)
1900 MHz (uplink/downlink) 70 MHz / 87 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
3Power 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
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 6.7 dBm 0.2 dBm
3 3.2 dBm -3.4 dBm
4 0.7 dBm -5.9 dBm
5 -1.3 dBm -7.8 dBm
Power Requirements 12 V DC (Nominal), 1.2 A
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. Data is in accordance with IC spec RSS-131. The maximum power for 2 or more simultaneous signals will be reduced by 6 dB for each doubling of the number of signals.
*iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.
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30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
All Wilson Electronics products are protected by Wilson Electronics 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 signal boosters 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.
Signal boosters 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 Electronics 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 signal boosters 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.
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