zBoost Max ZB545M User Manual zBoost® products have a 30-day money back guarantee when purchased directly from zBoost. If product is purchased from a reseller or third party, the purchaser is subject to the policies of the third party. 1 Year manufacturer warranty. Warranty registration at www.zBoost.com v.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual FCC Requirements 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. AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon and 90 additional carriers have already given consent for all consumers to use this device. Some providers may not consent to the use of this device on their network. If you are unsure, contact your provider.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual About zBoost® zBoost, a leader in cell phone signal boosters manufactures zBoost, the award-winning line of cell phone signal boosters that enhance the performance of your cell phone, smartphone and wireless data card. Compatibility – Dual Band zBoosts are compatible with 800 MHz and 1900 MHz regardless of technology- including CDMA and GSM. Uses patented technologies and protects the carrier network. 1-year manufacturer warranty – Warranty registration at www.zBoost.com.
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zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Package Contents Before you begin, make sure all of the following parts came with your zBoost Max ZB545M.
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zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Table of Contents FCC Requirements...................................................................................................i FCC Information....................................................................................................... ii Industry Canada Regulations................................................................................... ii Safety and Product Warranty Information.................................................................
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Overview Thank you for choosing zBoost! You will now be able to use your cell phone INSIDE your home. Gone are the days when you had to go to the window upstairs or walk outside to use your cell phone. Like a skylight that brings sunlight into your home, zBoost transports and amplifies the outdoor signal into your home. By following the easy instructions in this User Manual, you will be Extending Cell Zones™ into your home.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Preparing to Set Up Your zBoost Product Tools Needed The following tools are needed to set up zBoost: • #2 Phillips 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 your home, make sure that you can place calls on the outside of your home, in the attic, at roof level or wherever you plan to place the External Antenna.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Before installing, please note the following important factors in determining your zBoost performance: • At least 15 vertical feet is needed between the External Antenna (receives the outside signal) and the Indoor Antenna (rebroadcasts the signal indoors). Separation less than 15 vertical feet will result in decreased performance. See illustration below. • Keep the External Antenna at least 3 feet above any metal.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Securing Cable with a Drip Loop If you place the External Antenna outdoors, create a drip loop with the coaxial cable at the point where the cable enters the home through an outside wall. This can be done by twisting and securing the cable into a loop (no less than 4” across) near the entry point. This will help prevent moisture from gathering at entry point and leaking into the home. Consult a professional installer if you need more information.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Antenna Bracket Assembly IMPORTANT: Incorrectly mounting the External Antenna to the mounting bracket (see figure A) will impede performance. Ensure that the External Antenna is properly positioned in the mounting bracket as pictured. To mount External Antenna to a pole: Attach antenna to pole bracket as pictured. Use U-Bolt to secure bracket to pole and fasten. DO NOT mount to a metal pole. To mount External Antenna to a flat surface: Attach antenna to pole bracket as pictured.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual To run the coax cable through a wall: Connect the two provided RG-6 cables. Then connect one end of the cable to the base of the External Antenna. Run the coaxial cable along a descending pipe or through a wall that leads closest to the location of the Base Unit. Connect the remaining end of the cable to the Base Unit. Should you need additional cable length, 15 foot extensions (Part #: YX030-15w) are available at www.zBoost.com.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Improving Your Coverage Area Should you desire to improve coverage, you may: • Relocate the External Antenna in order to capture a better signal – higher is usually better and outside is better than inside. • Increase the distance between the Indoor Antenna and the External Antenna. • Purchase an upgrade antenna available at www.zBoost.com.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual zBoost Base Unit Light Indicators After Initial Power Up Light Mode Status zBoost is ready. 1. Unplug the BASE UNIT power supply. 2. Relocate the EXTERNAL ANTENNA to pick up the strongest signal from your wireless carrier. 3. Move the EXTERNAL ANTENNA as far away from the INDOOR ANTENNA as possible, with at least 15 ft. of vertical separation (height difference). 4. Plug the BASE UNIT power supply back in. 5. Wait 30 secs. for the BASE UNIT to power cycle on.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Technical Specifications Product Specifications for zBoost Max ZB545M PCS band Frequency Uplink: 1850 to 1910 MHz Downlink: 1930 to 1990 MHz System Gain 69 dB PCS band supported A, D, B, E, F, C Networks CDMA, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, EVDO, 1xRTT, UMTS, HSPA, 3G Output power Uplink: 19 dBm; Downlink: 4 dBm Cellular band Frequency Uplink: 824 to 849 MHz Downlink: 869 to 894 MHz System Gain 63 dB CEL band supported A, B, A’, B’ Networks CDMA, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, EVDO, 1xRTT,
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Frequently Asked Questions What can I expect my cell phone signal range and strength to be inside my home? The closer you are to the base, the stronger the signal. This will vary with different conditions. Some of the conditions that will affect the improved coverage area are signal strength outdoors, the type of building materials in the home, the placement of the unit and the antenna’s proximity to cellular towers. You can expect that your indoor coverage will be improved.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Warranty Information Limited 1 Year Warranty Warranty Registration at www.zBoost.com zBoost warrants every zBoost product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the warranty period of one year. Who Is Covered? You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other documentation showing the product purchased and the purchase date is considered proof of purchase.
zBoost® Max ZB545M Manual Make sure you keep… Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase. Attach it to this User Manual and keep both nearby. Also, keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return your product. Before requesting repair service… If red light is on, system is receiving signals from either the mobile device or the base station transceiver which are too strong for proper operation. Please unplug your system.
