zBoost YX645 User manual

zBoost YX645
User Guide
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About zBoost® from Wi-Ex®
Wi-Ex®is the leader in cell phone signal boosters. zBoost® enhances the performance of your cell
phone, PDA and wireless data card.
Compatibility – Dual Band zBoosts are compatible with 800MHz and 1900MHz regardless of
technology- including CDMA and GSM.
Patented technologies protect the carrier network.
1-year manufacturer warranty – register your product at www.Wi-Ex.com.
zBoost® products have more awards, more sales and more locations than all other signal boosters
…COMBINED.
FCC ID: SO4YX545-PCS-CEL
Warning: Changes or modications to this device not expressly approved by Wi-Ex® could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Note: is equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. ese limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. is equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If the equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
is equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
is transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to radiofrequency elds, the radiating element
(antenna) shall be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm (8in) is maintained from all
persons.
FCC Information
Industry Canada Regulations
IC ID: 5544A-YX545PCSCEL
is Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment
Regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
e term “IC:” before the radio certication number only signies that Industry Canada technical
specications were met.
RF Exposure:e 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 is re-radiated and can cause interference to adjacent band users. is power
reduction is to be by means of input power or gain reduction and not by an attenuator at the output of the
device.

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Cet appareillage numérique de la classe [B] répond à toutes les exigences de l’interférence canadienne
causant des règlements d’équipement. L’opération est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif
peut ne pas causer l’interférence nocive, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter n’importe quelle interférence reçue,
y compris l’interférence qui peut causer l’opération peu désirée.
Le fabricant nominale de la puissance de sortie de ce matériel est simple transporteur. Pour les situations
lorsque plusieurs signauxporteurs sont présents, l’évaluation devrait être réduite de 3.5 dB, en particulier
lorsque le signal de sortie est ré-émise et peut provoquer des interférences adjacentes à la bande utilisateurs.
Ce pouvoir est de la réduction par le biais de la sortie d’alimentation ou la réduction de gain et non par un
atténuateur à la sortie du dispositif.
Please note: is unit has been approved for use in Canada under RSS 131, however, consent for the use of
this device to improve cellular or PCS coverage, must be obtained through your cellular or PCS provider,
prior to placing the unit in operation. Please refer to the Industry Canada document CPC 2-1-05, Section
6.1 available or viewable at:
http://www.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/smt-gst.nsf/en/sf08942e.html
Copyright Notice
is manual is copyrighted. All rights reserved. is manual, whole or in part, may not be copied,
photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form for
distribution. is manual whole or in part, may not be modied without prior consent, in writing, from
Wireless Extenders.
Copyright © 2010 by Wireless Extenders, Inc.
Trademarks
Wireless Extenders, Wi-Ex, the Wi-Ex logo, zBoost, the zBoost logo and Extending Cell Zones are registered
trademarks of Wireless Extenders, Inc.
Safety Guidelines
In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to radiofrequency elds, the radiating element
(antenna) shall be positioned such that a minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20cm) is maintained
between the radiating element and the user and/or general population.
Limited Liability
In no event shall Wireless Extenders be liable for any direct, indirect, special, punitive, incidental,
exemplary or consequential damages, or any damages, whether in an action under contract, negligence,
or any other theory, arising out of or in connection with the set up of, use of, inability to use, or
performance of the information, services, products, and materials available from this manual. ese
limitations shall apply notwithstanding any failure of essential purpose of any limited remedy. Because
some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty last, or the exclusion or
limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitations may not apply to you.
For full warranty guidelines, see page 16.
Safety and Product Warranty Information
Changes or modications not expressly approved by
Wi-Ex® could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment and/or void the product warranty.
Package Contents: zBoost® YX645
Before you begin, make sure all of the following parts came with your zBoost® YX645.
Item Quantity Part # Description
1 1 DMAN-0043 YX645 Setup Overview
2 1 DMAN-0041 YX645 Manual
3 1 APCA-0031 YX645 Base Unit
4 1 CPSP-0009 Base Unit Power Supply, White
5 1 YX031-10W 10’ RG-8X extension coax
6 1 YX027-PCS-CEL 6/9 dBi Directional PCS-CEL Indoor Antenna
7 1 YX021-CEL 8 dBi Directional CEL Outdoor Antenna
8 1 YX023-PCS 13 dBi Directional PCS Outdoor Antenna
9 1 YX015D Dual Band Outdoor PCS-CEL Signal Combiner
10 1 AHDW-0002 Hardware Kit (anchors, feet, screws)
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Optional zBoost® Accessories Table of Contents
About zBoost® from Wi-Ex® .........................................................................................................................i
FCC Information.................................................................................................................................... i
Industry Canada Regulations .................................................................................................................. i
Safety and Product Warranty Information ..................................................................................................ii
Copyright Notice................................................................................................................................... ii
Trademarks ............................................................................................................................................ ii
Safety Guidelines ................................................................................................................................... ii
Limited Liability .................................................................................................................................... ii
Package Contents: zBoost® YX645-PCS-CEL............................................................................................ iii
Optional zBoost® Accessories.....................................................................................................................iv
Table of Content .........................................................................................................................................1
Overview.....................................................................................................................................................2
Why Indoor Signals Can Be Weak ......................................................................................................... 2
Preparing to Install zBoost® Product...........................................................................................................3
Read Before Installing the YX645 .......................................................................................................... 3
Tools Needed ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Check for Signal Strength ...................................................................................................................... 3
Determine the Needed Coverage Area.................................................................................................... 4
Determine the Location of Signal Antennas and the Indoor Antenna..................................................... 4
Cable Requirements............................................................................................................................... 4
Grounding the Directional Signal Antennas........................................................................................... 5
Securing Cable with a Drip Loop........................................................................................................... 5
Power Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 5
Important Reminders ............................................................................................................................ 5
Setting Up Your zBoost® Signal Booster ......................................................................................................6
Placement of the Signal Antenna............................................................................................................ 6
Mounting of Signal Antennas ................................................................................................................ 6
Antenna Aiming .............................................................................................................................7 & 8
Running the Coaxial Cable to the Base Unit.......................................................................................... 8
Mounting the Base Unit......................................................................................................................... 8
Installing the Indoor Antenna................................................................................................................ 9
Illustration of YX645 setup in home .................................................................................................... 10
Conrm at e zBoost® is Working Properly ................................................................................... 11
Improving e Coverage Area.............................................................................................................. 11
zBoost® Base Unit Light Indicators ...........................................................................................................12
YX645 Technical Specications.................................................................................................................13
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................................14 & 15
zBoost® Warranty Information.........................................................................................................16 & 17
e following accessories are available to improve signal reception and provide increased coverage in the
building. Please see our website for complete selection.
To order, call 1-800-871-1612 or visit, www.Wi-Ex.com
YX645-Dual Band Part # Description
Most Popular Accessories for the YX645:
X YX026-CEL Directional receiving Signal Antenna upgrade (11 dBi)
X YX050-PCS-CEL Omni-Directional transmitting ceiling-mount Base Unit Antenna (2
dBi PCS / 1 dBi CEL)
Other Accessories:
X YX012 Outside Grounding Kit
X YX014 Outdoor J-pole Antenna Mounting Bracket
X YX022-CEL Omni-Directional receiving signal antenna upgrade (6 dBi)
X YX024-PCS Directional transmitting Base Unit Antenna upgrade (7 dBi)
X YX026-CEL Directional receiving Signal Antenna upgrade (11dBi)
X YX028-PCS-CEL Directional transmitting window-mount Base Unit Antenna upgrade
(9 dBi PCS / 6dBi CEL)
X YX030-15W 15 ft. Signal Antenna coax extension, low-loss RG-6
X YX030-35W 35 ft. Signal Antenna coax extension cable, low-loss RG-6
X YX030-08W 8” at window entry cable
X YX055-CEL CEL Directional Outdoor Yagi Antenna (15 dBi)
X YX699 RF Signal Meter

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Preparing to Install zBoost®
Overview
ank you for choosing zBoost®. You will now be able to use cell phones INSIDE the building. Gone are
the days when one had to go to the window upstairs or walk outside to use a cell phone. Like a skylight that
brings sunlight into a home, zBoost® transports and amplies the outdoor cellular signals into the building.
By following the easy instructions in this user guide, you will be Extending Cell Zones™ into the building.
Why Indoor Signals Can Be Weak
ere are several obstacles that can contribute to the poor reception you receive in a building:
1. Location of the Cell Phone Tower in Relation to the building
While cell phone providers have tried to place cell phone towers to provide the best overall coverage,
local ordinances and terrain features can impose restrictions on where these towers can be placed,
thus, limiting the signal strength available at your location.
2. Obstructions Caused by Buildings, Terrain and Trees
Cell phone signals can be completely blocked or reected by buildings, walls, trees, hills and other
terrain features resulting in low signal strength.
3. Energy Efficient Windows
ese new windows can also aect signal penetration into the house
Tools Needed
e following tools are needed to set up zBoost®:
• #2 Philips screwdriver
• Cellular phone operating in the band supported by your zBoost® unit
• Drill (may be required for outdoor or attic antenna placement)
Check for Signal Strength
Before placing a zBoost® in a home, make sure that you can place calls on the outside of the building, in the
attic, at roof level or wherever you plan to place the Signal Antenna. zBoost® can only bring signal into the
building when signal reaches the Signal Antenna. If there is no signal, the zBoost® will not work for you.
Using your cell phone, place a call from an outdoor location to conrm that enough signal is present to
complete the call. If a weak signal is available at ground level, check the signal strength in the attic or at roof
level location where the signal will likely be stronger and where the Signal Antenna can be placed for best
performance.
If you can reliably make and receive calls outside the building, then zBoost® can bring the signal into your
home.
If only one signal bar is displayed on your cell phone outside, indoor coverage will be limited to one to
two rooms. We recommend placing the Signal Antenna outside and/or purchasing a Wi-Ex® upgrade Signal
Antenna for increased coverage (see page iv).
e YX699 Signal Meter (available separately) provides signal strength information. It can be used with
its supplied whip antenna to nd the best location for placement of the Signal Antennas by identifying the
area of strongest signal. It can also be used to identify peak antenna alignment when connected directly via
provided cable. Contact Wi-Ex to obtain a YX699 Signal Meter.
Read First Before Installing the YX645
Before unpacking this box, verify that your phone operates on the frequency band supported by this product.
Note: The YX645 is not compatible with iDEN, Nextel, SMR or ESMR frequency services.
Cell phone signal bars are approximate and vary from
phone to phone. e number of bars can uctuate widely,
depending on the location of the phone, the position or angle
of the phone, weather, etc. Most cell phone signal meters
update every 6 to 10 seconds. An increase of only one bar
typically indicates a 4x to 10x signal increase
THE BEST INDICATOR OF COVERAGE AREA IS THE
ABILITY TO RELIABLY PLACE AND RECEIVE CALLS
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