User Guide

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How It Works Wilson Electronics Wide Band Log Periodic Directional Antenna will collect the cell tower signal and send it through the cable to a signal booster, cell phone or cellular data card. When the cell phone or cellular data card transmits, the signal is transferred to a signal booster or directly to the antenna and broadcast back to the cell tower. Package Contents (A) Wide Band Log Periodic Directional Antenna & L Bracket, (B) 2 - U-Bolts, (C) 2 - Pipe Brackets, (D) 4 - 1/4” Washers ,(E) 4 - 1/4” Split-Lock Washers, (F) 4 - 1/4”-20 nuts. • 359933, 20” RG174 Cable with FME male to MCX Connector. • 951137, 30” RG58 Cable. 308412 additional kit contents:
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1 – Install U-Bolt (B) on pole.
2 – Slide Pipe Clamp (C) over U-Bolt (B) Flat side away from pipe.
3 – Slide antenna bracket (A) onto U-Bolt (B) in desired location.
4 – Install Flat washer (D), split lock washer (E) and nut (F), tighten as appropriate.
Note: Antenna may be installed on a variety of pipe angles, insure antenna is pointing at cell tower and is vertical with the drip hole at the bottom.
Note: A second U-Bolt assembly has been included to strengthen antenna mounting in windy areas repeat steps 1 thru 4 to install.
Antenna Mounting Instructions
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Antenna Installation The antenna should be mounted as shown in the illustration above. The included mounting bracket is adjustable and will accommodate pipe diameters from 1.25” to 2” (pipe not included). Mount the antenna so that there is at least 3 feet of clearance in all directions around it. 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. War ning: Lightning protection is recommended for all installations (Wilson Electronics Part #859902). Take extreme care to ensure that neither you nor the antenna comes near any electric power lines.
Cell Tower
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Wide Band
Antenna
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 coaxial cable. External antenna adapters and coaxial 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 find your phone’s test mode, visit www.wilsonelectronics.com. 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). Antenna Adapter An 18-inch external adapter may be required to connect the cell phone or cellular data card directly to the antenna. The external adapter is cell phone/data card specific and may be purchased through a local retailer. Refer to Wilson Electronics Adapter Guide to identify the right adapter for your cell phone or cellular data card. The Adapter Guide is available through a local retailer. It is also available on our web site, www. wilsonelectronics.com, or you may call Technical Support at 866-294-1660.
Cell Tower
Drip hole on bottom
signal loss. Wilson Electronics offers cable in several lengths from 20-1000 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. 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). Once you have obtained the strongest signal, fully tighten the mounting hardware. Ultra low loss coax is recommended for lengths 20’ or greater to prevent significant
Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660
or email: [e-mail]. Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MST.