Wilson Electronics weBoost DRIVE X User manual

Vehicle Signal Booster Kit
DRIVE X
A WILSON ELECTRONICS BRAND
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Installation Guide
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Index
Package Contents 1
STEP 1: Mount Outside Magnetic Antenna 2
STEP 2: Mount Inside Antenna 4
STEP 3: Connect Outside Antenna Cable To Booster 5
STEP 4: Connect Inside Antenna Cable To Booster 6
STEP 5: Connect Power Supply To Booster 7
Light Patterns 8
Troubleshooting 9
Safety Guidelines 10
Specifications 11
Warranty 12

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Package
Contents
Booster
& Bracket
Outside
Antenna
Inside
Antenna
Power
Supply
Optional: Adhesive disk for aluminum vehicles

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Step 1: Mount Outside
Magnetic Antenna
WORKS WITH ALL VEHICLES
Identify a location on the top of your vehicle that is:
 Near the center of the roof
 At least 12 inches away from any other antennas and
from any windows (including sunroofs)
Clean the surface where you will place the outside
antenna.
Mount the outside antenna by placing on top of vehicle.
12 in. away from windows
(including sunroofs)
NOTE: For aluminum roofs, use the included adhesive disk to secure outside
antenna in place.

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NOTE: When going through car wash,
remember to remove your antenna.
NOTE: The cable is strong enough that it may be shut in most vehicle doors
without damaging the cable.
Car/Sedan: Cable routed
into rear side door.
SUV/Van/Hatchback: Cable
routed into top of hatchback door.
Truck: Cable routed into
side door.
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(STEP 1 cont.)
See options below on how cable can be routed with
different vehicles.

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Step 2: Mount Inside Antenna
Identify a place to mount the in-vehicle antenna, either on the
side of the seat or on the dash and mount. The location should
be at least 18 inches but no more than 36 inches from where
the cell phone device will be used. Use the Velcro® adhesive
strip/adhesive strip provided and attach to desired location.
In-Vehicle
Antenna
In-Vehicle Antenna

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Step 3: Connect Outside
Antenna Cable to Booster
Connect the cable from the outside antenna to the outside
antenna port on the booster.
from Outside Antenna
NOTE: Bracket can be used to fasten booster in a specific location if desired.

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Step 4: Connect Inside
Antenna Cable to Booster
Connect the cable from the inside antenna to the inside
antenna port on the booster.
from Inside Antenna

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Step 5: Connect Power
Supply To Booster
Connect the power supply cord to the end of the booster,
labeled “Power”.
NOTE: Do NOT connect the power to the signal booster until you have
connected both the inside and outside antennas.
Plug the power adapter into vehicle’s 12V DC power supply.
Power up your Drive X by flipping the switch on the back of
the DC power adapter on. If your Drive X is working correctly,
the light on the power adapter will be red, and the light on the
booster will be green.
DC Power
Adapter
Power Supply

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Solid Green
This indicates that your booster is functioning properly and there are no issues with
installation.
Blinking Red, Then Solid Green
This indicates that one or more of the booster bands has reduced power due
to a feedback loop condition called oscillation. This is a built in safety feature
to prevent harmful interference with a nearby cell tower. If you are already
experiencing the desired signal boost, then no further adjustments are necessary.
If you are not experiencing the desired boost in coverage then refer to the
Troubleshooting section below.
Solid Red
This is due to a feedback loop condition called oscillation. This is a built in safety
feature that causes a band to shut off to prevent harmful interference with a nearby
cell tower. Refer to Troubleshooting section below.
Light O
If the Drive X signal booster’s light is off, verify your power supply has power.
NOTE: The signal booster can be reset by disconnecting and reconnecting
the power supply.
After troubleshooting you must initiate a new power cycle by disconnecting and
then reconnecting power to the booster.
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Light Patterns
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How can I contact customer support?
Customer Support can be reached by calling 1-866-294-1660, or through our support
site at support.weboost.com.
Why do I need to create distance between the booster and the antenna?
Antennas connected to a booster create spheres of signal. When these spheres
overlap, a condition called oscillation occurs. Oscillation can be thought of as noise,
which causes the booster to scale down it’s power or shut down to prevent damage.
The best way to keep these spheres of signal from overlapping is to maximize
separation between the inside and outside antennas.
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Troubleshooting
FIXING BLINKING OR SOLID RED ISSUES
This section is only applicable if the booster is red or blinking red and you are not
experiencing the desired signal boost.
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2
3
Unplug the booster’s power supply.
Relocate the inside and outside antenna further from each other. The objective
is to increase the separation distance between them, so that they will not
create this feedback condition discussed before.
Plug power supply back in.
Monitor the indicator light on your booster. If, after a few seconds of ‘power
on’, a solid or blinking red light appears, repeat steps 1 through 3. Increase the
separation distance until the condition is corrected and/or desired coverage
area is achieved. Note: Horizontal separation of the two antennas typically
requires a shorter separation distance than perpendicular separation.
If you are having any diculties while testing or installing your booster, contact
our weBoost Customer Support team for assistance (1-866-294-1660).
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Antenna Kit Options
The following accessories are certified by the FCC to be used with the Drive X.
This radio transmitter 4726A-460021 has been approved by innovation, Science and
Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the
maximum gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than
the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Outside antenna maximum permissible
antenna gain (dBi) 50
Inside antenna maximum permissible
antenna gain (dBi) 50
4.5 4.2 4.6
4.16 4.16 6.09 6.66 9.77
BAND 12/17 BAND 13 BAND 5 BAND 4 BAND 25/2
3.81 4.74
Ω
50
50
50
50
Antenna Type
Mini-Mag Antenna SMA
OTR Antenna Truck Edition
12” Mag Mount
NMO Vehicle Antenna
Coax Type
LMR-100
RG-58
RG-174
RG-58
Kit #
301126
311229
311125
314405
Ln(ft)
10
15
12.5
14
MOBILE OUTSIDE ANTENNA KIT OPTIONS
Ω
50
Antenna Type
Low Profile In-Vehicle SMA
Coax Type
LMR-100
Kit #
314401
Ln(ft)
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MOBILE INSIDE ANTENNA KIT OPTIONS

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Safety Guidelines
Use only the power supply provided in this package. Use of a non-weBoost product
may damage your equipment.
All inside antennas must have at least 1.5’ separation distance from all active users.
RF Safety Warning: Any antenna used with this device must be located at least 8
inches from all persons.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON REGISTERING YOUR SIGNAL BOOSTER WITH YOUR
WIRELESS PROVIDER, PLEASE SEE BELOW:
T-Mobile/Sprint/MetroPCS: https://www.t-mobile.com/support/coverage/register-a-signal-booster
Verizon Wireless: http://www.verizonwireless.com/wcms/consumer/register-signal-booster.html
AT&T: https://securec45.securewebsession.com/attsignalbooster.com/
U.S. Cellular: http://www.uscellular.com/uscellular/support/fcc-booster-registration.jsp
This is a CONSUMER device.
BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS DEVICE with your wireless provider and have your
provider’s consent. Most wireless providers consent to the use of signal boosters. Some providers
may not consent to the use of this device on their network. If you are unsure, contact your
provider.
In Canada, BEFORE USE you must meet all requirements set out in ISED CPC-2-1-05.
You MUST operate this device with approved antennas and cables as specified by the
manufacturer. Antennas MUST be installed at least 20 cm (8 inches) from (i.e., MUST NOT be
installed within 20 cm of) any person.
You MUST cease operating this device immediately if requested by the FCC (or ISED in Canada) or
licensed wireless service provider.
WARNING. E911 location information may not be provided or may be inaccurate for calls served by
using this device.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON REQUIREMENTS SET OUT IN ISED CPC-2-1-05,
SEE BELOW:
http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf08942.html

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Drive X
Product Number U471010
Model Number 460021
FCC ID: PWO460021
IC ID: 4726A-460021
Connectors SMA-Female
Antenna Impedance 50 Ohms
Frequency 699-716 MHz, 729-756 MHz, 777-786 MHz, 824-894 MHz, 1850-1995 MHz, 1710-1755 MHz/2110-2155 MHz
Maximum Power
Power output for single cell
phone (Uplink) dBm
700 MHz
Band 12/17
24.84
700 MHz
Band 13
24.35
800 MHz
Band 5
23.4
1700 MHz
Band 4
21.3
1900 MHz
Band 2
24.43
Power output for single cell
phone (Downlink) dBm
700 MHz
Band 12/17
2.87
700 MHz
Band 13
2.79
800 MHz
Band 5
2.8
2100 MHz
Band 4
2.0
1900 MHz
Band 2
1.92
Noise Figure 5 dB nominal
Isolation > 90 dB
Power Requirements 6 V 2 A
Each Signal Booster is individually tested and factory set to ensure FCC compliance. The Signal Booster cannot be adjusted without
factory reprogramming or disabling the hardware. The Signal Booster will amplify, but not alter incoming and outgoing signals in order
to increase coverage of authorized frequency bands only. If the Signal Booster is not in use for five minutes, it will reduce gain until a
signal is detected. If a detected signal is too high in a frequency band, or if the Signal Booster detects an oscillation, the Signal Booster
will automatically turn the power o on that band. For a detected oscillation the Signal Booster will automatically resume normal
operation after a minimum of 1 minute. After 5 (five) such automatic restarts, any problematic bands are permanently shut o until the
Signal Booster has been manually restarted by momentarily removing power from the Signal Booster. Noise power, gain, and linearity
are maintained by the Signal Booster’s microprocessor.
The term “IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. This device
complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s that comply with Innovation, Science
and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). 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
the device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by weBoost could void the authority to operate this equipment.
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Specifications

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2 YEAR WARRANTY
weBoost Signal Boosters are warranted for two (2) years 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.
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 weoost. weBoost shall, at its option,
either repair or replace the product.
This warranty does not apply to any Signal Boosters determined by weBoost
to have been subjected to misuse, abuse, neglect, or mishandling that alters or
damages physical or electronic properties.
Replacement products may include refurbished weBoost products that have been
recertified to conform with product specifications.
RMA numbers may be obtained by contacting Customer Support
DISCLAIMER: The information provided by weBoost is believed to be complete
and accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by weBoost 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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