WILSON PRO A500 User manual

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User Manual
Cellular Signal Booster
WilsonPro A500

Package Contents 1
STEP 1: Preparation 2
STEP 2: Find The dBm Reading On Your Phone 3
STEP 3: Measure Signal Strength For Inside Antenna 4
STEP 4: Measure Signal Strength For Outside Antenna 5
STEP 5: Temporarily Mount The Outside Antenna 6
STEP 6: Connect The System 7
STEP 7: Compare Results 8
STEP 8: Permanently Mount The Outside Antenna 9
STEP 9: Permanently Mount The Inside Antenna 11
STEP 10: Route & Secure The Cable 12
Test System: Lights 13
Specifications 15
Safety Guidelines 16
Warranty 18
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Index

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Package
Contents
WilsonPro
A500
2x Pole Mount
Bracket
Wall Mount
Bracket
Inside
Antenna
Outside
Antenna
3 Coax
Cables
(1m,10m,15m)
Power
Supply
This device may be operated ONLY in a fixed location for in-building
use. The signal booster unit is designed for use in an indoor,
temperature controlled environment (< 38 degrees Celsius)
Lightning
Surge
Protector

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Step 1: Preparation
NOTE: These instructions will walk you through a “soft” install process to find the
optimal locations for the Inside and Outside ntennas, then through the process of
the permanent installation.
You Will Need (tools not included)
Make sure the following materials are prepared and ready for your installation.
oLadder
oPhillips-head screwdriver
o10mm open-end wrench or adjustable wrench
oDrill (if routing cable through wall)
o Mounting Option
25cm pole (#BT512631) or an existing pole
oRecommended: Power Strip with surge protection
2 to 3 hours
2 people (a person to help with antenna calibration)

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Apps to Measure Signal Strength:
iPhones
• OpenSignal is a free app that allows you to run a test of your iPhone’s true speed
• Speedtest by Ookla is another free app
Android users: do a signal strength test and network speed test.
• Network Cell Info Lite, available for free on the Google Play store, provides nearly
real-time monitoring of cellular and WiFi signals
Put your iPhone into field test mode. To do this dial
*3001#12345#* then press call.
1Hold down power button until you see 'Slide to
Power O'.
2Then release the power button.
3 Hold the Home button until your main screen appears.
If you want to check 3G/1x but your iPhone is picking
up 4G/LTE signal, go to Settings>Cellular>Cellular Data
Options>Enable LTE>Select O.
After you system is set up, you can go back to the dots signal
by once again dialing *3001#12345#* then pressing call.
When the menu comes back up, tap “phone” in the top left
corner of your phone.
iOS 11 no longer displays the decibel (dBm) reading in ‘Field
Test Mode’. Tip: Using the bar indicator on your cell phone
can assist you in finding the strongest signal direction as well
as placing calls in dierent locations. For changes/updates
on this issue, periodically go to:
www.BoltonTechnicalAfrica.com
Settings > About Phone > Status or Network > Signal Strength
or Network Type and Strength (exact options/wording
depends on phone model).
iPhone®
iOS 9 - 10.3.3
iPhone®
iOS 11 - current
Android™
iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
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Step 2: Find The dBm
Reading On Your Phone
Visit: https://www.BoltonTechnicalAfrica.com

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Step 3: Measure Signal
Strength For Inside
Antenna Placement
Having an accurate measurement of signal strength in decibels (dBm) is crucial
when installing your system. Decibels accurately measure the signal strength you
are receiving. Test both 3G and 4G signal for best results by turning the LTE o in
the carrier settings of your device.
SIGNAL STRENGTH EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR DEAD ZONE
3G/1x
(typically voice) -70dBm -71 to -85dBm -86 to -100dBm -101 to -109dBm -110dBm
4G/LTE
(typically data) -90dBm -91 to -105dBm -106 to -110dBm -111 to -119dBm -120dBm
Turn o your cell phone’s WiFi to ensure you
are checking the cellular connection. The dBm
reading will be refreshed every 30-60 seconds.
Want faster results? Once you have a reading,
turn on airplane mode. Wait 15 seconds.
Turn o airplane mode. The signal strength
reading is refreshed.
Walk around your home/oce taking signal
strength readings until you find the area that has
the weakest reception, or number farthest away
from zero. For example -100 is a weaker signal
than -80.
Users on iOS 11 and above will need to use an
alternative method using the bar indicator on
your cell phone and/or placing calls in dierent
locations.
Weakest Signal Number:___________
Weakest Signal Location: ___________
Place your Inside Antenna in this poor signal area.
For best results, keep the Inside Antenna more
than 45cm away from the booster.

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Step 4: Measure Signal
Strength For Outside
Antenna Placement
This is the most critical step of the installation
process because it will determine the overall
performance of the booster system. Using the
same method as Step 3, find the place with the
strongest signal (number closest to zero) on the
outside of your home.
Users on iOS 11 and above will need to use an
alternative method using the bar indicator on
your cell phone and/or placing calls in dierent
locations.
The further apart the Inside Antenna is located
from the Outside Antenna, the better. To
determine the best location for your Outside
Antenna, note the dBm reading in a variety of
locations.
Note: The Outside Antenna must be at least
6 meters vertical or 15 meters horizontal from
the Inside Antenna for best performance. Make
sure the Inside Antenna and Outside Antennas
are facing away from each other.

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Step 5: Temporarily Mount
The Outside Antenna
Use one of the two options to mount the
Outside Antenna on the side of the house with
the strongest signal.
Note: Using an app like 'Open Signal' will help
you point the Outside ntenna in the direction
of the nearest cell phone tower.
AOption (Best)
BOption (Good)
Note: The Outside Antenna must be at least
6 meters vertical or 15 meters horizontal from
the Inside Antenna for best performance. Make
sure the Inside Antenna and Outside Antennas
are facing away from each other.
A
B

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Band 5 Band 4 Band 12/13/17
Connect 4G-X ®
Band 2
Band 5 Band 4 Band 12/13/17
Connect 4G-X ®
Band 2
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Step 6: Connect The System
2
Connect the supplied Coax Cable to end of
booster labeled Inside Antenna.
3
Power up the Booster by connecting it to a
power source.
To protect Booster from power surges, connect
to a power strip.
1
Connect the supplied Coax Cable to end of
booster labeled Outside Antenna.
Outside
Antenna
Inside
Antenna
Band 5 Band 4 Band 12/13/17
Connect 4G-X ®
Band 2
Band 5 Band 4 Band 12/13/17
Connect 4G-X ®
Band 2
Warning: Do Not connect power
supply to booster before connecting
both outside and indoor antennas

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Step 7: Compare Results
Using the field test mode described in step 3, measure the new signal
strength and write it down here ___________.
Compare this number with the original reading you took in the same part of the house.
If the number is higher (closer to zero) than the original reading without booster, your
booster is working. If it is not, look at the lights on the booster and the section at the
end of this manual “Test System: Lights”.
Users on iOS 11 and above will need to use an alternative method using the bar
indicator on your cell phone and/or placing calls in dierent locations.
Did you know a signal increase in just
3dB is 2 times the power and signal amplification!
Distance from Cell Tower
CELL
TOWER
Signal Strength
GOOD
Signal Strength
POOR
Signal Strength
DEAD ZONE
Signal Strength
EXCELLENT
Signal Strength
FAIR
3G/1x
4G/LTE
-70dBm
-90dBm
-75dBm
-100dBm
-90dBm
-108dBm
-105dBm
-115dBm
-110dBm
-120dBm
DECIBEL GAIN POWER INCREASE
3dB 2 times the power and signal amplification
6dB 4 times the power and signal amplification
10dB 10 times the power and signal amplification
12dB 16 times the power and signal amplification
20dB 100 times the power and signal amplification

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Step 8: Permanently Mount
The Outside Antenna
Option A: Outside Roof/Pole Mount (Best Option)
Mount, or use an existing pipe in an optimal signal location. Watch out for power lines.
Mounting on existing roof exhaust pipe would be
a good time-saver option.
Drip Holes
need to face down
Drip Holes need to
face down
Outside Antenna
(pole mount)
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Inside Antenna
6 meters vertical or
15 meters horizontal for best performance

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Option B: Mounting on side of roof (Good Option)
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(STEP 8 cont.)
Drip Holes
need to face down If needed, cable clips can be
purchased at most hardware stores
WilsonPro A500
Inside Antenna
Outside Antenna
(flush mount)
6 meters vertical or
15 meters horizontal for best performance

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Step 9: Permanently Mount
The Inside Antenna
Position bracket on wall and use a pencil to mark the holes. Drill holes using 3/16 inch
bit. Use anchors, washers and screws to attach Wall Bracket.
Slip Inside Antenna onto the Wall Mount Bracket to secure.
slide into
mount
anchor &
screw
anchor &
screw
Wall Mount
& hardware
drywall

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Step 10: Route & Secure
The Cable
Secure cable on outside home/oce. Some homes have eaves you can tuck the cable
between the sot and the exterior wall. If needed, cable clips/ties can be purchased
at most hardware stores.
Look out for entry points such as spaces between brick and roof, aircon ducts, existing
conduits or cable lines or air vents.
Secure cable on outside home/oce. Some homes have eaves you can tuck the cable
between the sot and the exterior wall. If needed, cable clips/ties can be purchased
at most hardware stores.
Look out for entry points such as spaces between brick and roof, aircon ducts, existing
conduits or cable lines or air vents.
Cable running to
Outside Antenna
Most eaves you can tuck the cable
between the sot and the exterior wall
Create cable loops to protect from lightning and prevent water leaks
Lightning likes to travel in straight lines through a medium. A loop before the lightning
surge protector creates a deviation from the lightning’s desired path thus protecting
the system. Also looping the cable before the entry point into home will allow water
to drip down from the loop and not cause water damage in the home.

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Test System: Lights
Fix Any Red Light Problems (red indicates oscillation)
• If you are happy with coverage, red lights don’t have to be resolved.
• Solid Red = Band has shut o
• Blinking Green/Red = Band has reduced gain
Each light corresponds to a frequency band.
No Lights
Booster does not have power. Un-plug and securely re-plug in power supply.
IMPORTANT: To get an accurate reading of the lights, unplug and re-plug
the power supply from the Booster.
skinny side
facing Cell Tower
!
1Verify Outside Antenna faces away from the
Inside Antenna. Un-plug and re-plug in power
supply.
2Verify the Inside Antenna is at least 45cm from the
Booster and pointed away from the Booster. Un-
plug and re-plug in power supply.
3Tighten all cable connections. You may want to
undo and redo the connection completely. Un-
plug and re-plug in power supply.
4BEST: Increase the distance (horizontally or
vertically) between the Outside and Inside
Antenna. Add cable if needed. Un-plug and re-
plug in power supply.
Band 1
Band 3
Band 8

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Fix Any Orange Light Problems (orange indicates a cell
tower is close by)
If you are happy with coverage, orange lights don’t have to be resolved
• Solid Orange = Band has shut o
• Blinking Green/Orange = Band has reduced gain.
1If the light is solid orange, the Outside Antenna must be adjusted (see below).
Wait 10 seconds between adjustments for the lights to reset.
• For Roof/Pole Mount Option = Rotate the Outside Antenna away from the
strongest cellular signal in small increments (45°) until the light turns green.
Un-plug and re-plug power supply.
• For All Other Mount Options = Change mount location. For example, if the
Outside Antenna is a window mount, move the Outside Antenna to a wall
outside the building to see if the lights turn green. Un-plug and re-plug power
supply.
2If the light is blinking green/orange, re-locate the Outside Antenna. Un-plug and
re-plug power supply.
All Green Lights? = Band is set up optimally. Verify you
have good coverage.
If you have green lights, but poor coverage:
•Rotate the Outside Antenna in small increments (roof/pole mount only). Un-plug
and re-plug power supply.
•Move the Outside Antenna to a dierent location. Un-plug and re-plug
power supply.
•Change the method of mounting the Outside Antenna. Un-plug and re-plug
power supply.
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(TEST SYSTEM: LIGHTS cont.)

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WilsonPro A500 Specifications
Product WilsonPro Signal Booster
ModelNumber WilsonPro A500
Connectors N-Female
Antenna Impedance OHm 50
Frequency MHz 1920-1980 / 2110-2170 1710-1785 / 1805-1880 880-915 / 925-960
Bands B1 B3 B8
Gain Slope 16dB 20dB 16dB
Max Gain without Automatic UPLINK 74dB 71dB 80dB
Gain Control DOWNLINK 51dB 48dB 58dB
Power output for single UPLINK 30 30 30
cell phone (dBm) DOWNLINK 15 17 20
Power Requirements 5.5 V, 2.5A
RECOMMENDED: INSTALLING THE LIGHTNING
SURGE PROTECTOR
INSTALL THE LIGHTNING SURGE PROTECTOR
(LSP) CLOSE TO THE SIGNAL BOOSTER. ATTACH
THE CABLE FROM THE OUTSIDE ANTENNA TO
THE SURGE PROTECTOR. ENSURE THE LSP IS
PROPERLY GROUNDED.
Lightning
Surge Protector
To Outside
Antenna
To Signal Booster
Ground Wire
(not included)
!

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Safety Guidelines
Warnings
To uphold compliance with network protection standards, all active cellular devices
must maintain at least 2 meters of separation distance from Inside Panel and Dome
antennas and at least 1.2 meters of separation distance from desktop Antenna.
Use only the power supply provided in this package. Use of a non-WilsonPro product
may damage your equipment.
The Signal Booster unit is designed for use in an indoor, temperature-controlled
environment (less than 38 degrees Celsius). It is not intended for use in attics or
similar locations subject to temperatures in excess of that range.
RF Safety Warning: Any antenna used with this device must be located at least
20 centimeters from all persons.
This is a CONSUMER device.
The WilsonPro A500 is an Approved and Registered Device. 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.
You MUST cease operating this device immediately if requested by a
licensed wireless service provider.

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Antenna Kit Options
The following accessories are to be used with the WilsonPro A500 Booster.
INSIDE ANTENNA EXPANSION KITS
BT512952 – 1 Extra PANEL antenna expansion kit:
1 x Wall mount panel antenna
1 x 2-way splitter
1 x 15m and 1x 0.5m cable lengths ended with connectors
BT512969– 1 Extra DOME antenna expansion kit:
1 x Ceiling mount dome antenna
1 x 2-way splitter;
1 x 15m and 1x 0.5m cable lengths ended with connectors
BT512976 – 2 Extra PANEL antenna expansion kit:
2 x Wall mount panel antenna
1 x 3-way splitter
2 x 15m and 1 x 0.5m cable lengths ended with connectors
BT512969– 2 Extra DOME antenna expansion kit:
2 x Ceiling mount dome antenna
1 x 3-way splitter
2 x 15m and 1x 0.5m cable lengths ended with connectors
BT512976 – 3 Extra PANEL antenna expansion kit:
3 x Wall mount panel antenna
1 x 4-way splitter
3 x 15m and 1 x 0.5m cable lengths ended with connectors
BT512969– 3 Extra DOME antenna expansion kit:
3 x Ceiling mount dome antenna
1 x 4-way splitter
3 x 15m and 1x 0.5m cable lengths ended with connectors

1 YEAR WARRANTY
WilsonPro Signal Boosters are warranted for one (1) year against defects in
workmanship and/or materials. Warranty cases may be resolved by returning
the product directly to Bolton Technical with a dated proof of purchase.
Signal Boosters should be returned with a dated proof of purchase and a
Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number supplied by Bolton Technical.
Bolton Technical shall at its option either repair or replace the product.
This warranty does not apply to any Signal Boosters determined by Bolton
Technical to have been subjected to misuse, abuse, neglect, or mishandling
that alters or damages physical or electronic properties.
Replacement products may include refurbished WilsonPro products that have
been recertified to conform with product specifications.
RMA numbers may be obtained by contacting Customer Support
DISCLAIMER: The information provided by WilsonPro is believed to be complete and
accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by WilsonPro 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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Warranty
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