User Manual

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Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660
Or email: [e-mail] Hours: 7am to 6pm MST.
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Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660
Or email: [e-mail] Hours: 7am to 6pm MST.
Cell Tower
RF Signal
Wide Band
Antenna
-50dB -60dB -70dB -80dB -90dB -100dB -110dB
EXCELLENT
Signal Strength
GOOD
Signal Strength
POOR
Signal Strength
NO
SIGNAL
-50dB
-60dB
-70dB
-80dB
-90dB
-100dB
-110dB
EXCELLENT
Signal Strength
GOOD
Signal Strength
POOR
Signal Strength
NO
SIGNAL
Adjusting the Antenna for Maximum Performance
To adjust the antenna for best performance, connect it to your cell
phone with an external adapter and a length of cable. External Antenna
Adapters and cables are sold separately. Put the cell phone in test
mode and turn the antenna in 10-degree increments while checking
the cell phone’s signal level. At each point you may need to wait a few
seconds as your cell phone updates. To fi nd your phone’s test mode,
visit www.WilsonElectronics.com.
Once you have obtained the strongest signal, fully tighten the mounting
hardware. After the Signal Booster and the rest of the system is installed
and performing correctly, weatherproof all connections.
Important: If you are using a wireless Signal Booster, be sure the
antenna is not pointing across the building in which you are trying
to get coverage. The antenna should point away from the building
to help prevent oscillation (feedback).
Ultra low loss cable is recommended for lengths 20’ or greater to prevent
signifi cant signal loss. Wilson Electronics offers WILSON 400 cable in
several lengths from 20-100 feet. Wilson Electronics also offers a wide
range of phone adapters to connect your cell phone to a Signal Booster
or directly to the antenna. To fi nd the adapter for your phone, visit
www.WilsonElectronics.com or call toll free 866-294-1660.
Signal readings usually appear as a negative number (for example, -86).
The larger the number, the more powerful the signal (-75 is stronger than
-84). See graph above.
The antenna should be mounted as shown in the illustration below. The
included mounting bracket is adjustable and will accommodate pipe
diameters from 1.25” to 2” (pipe sold separately part# 901117). Mount
the antenna so that there is at least 3 feet of clearance in front and
sides. Position the antenna so that it has the most unobstructed line of
sight to the cellular service provider’s strongest signal. If you are using
a wireless Signal Booster, make sure the antenna is not pointing across
your own roof.
Refer to Signal Booster instructions for separation requirements.
Warning: Lightning protection is recommended for all
installations, sold separately (Wilson Electronics Part #859902).
Take extreme care to ensure that neither you nor the antenna
comes near any electric power lines.
Outdoor Mount Installation
Wide-Band
Panel Antenna
pipe sold separately
part# 901117
Postion for strongest signal
Outdoor Mount
& hardware