User's Manual
zBOOST
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YX545 SOHO USER GUIDE
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zBOOST
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YX545 SOHO USER GUIDE
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Pole Bracket
Saddle
U-Bolt
Determine the Needed Coverage Area
Identify the location in your home/ofce where you need signal coverage the most. The zBoost®
YX545 SOHO can cover up to 3000 square feet (coverage varies based on outdoor signal level,
building construction, and placement of antennas). Walls, ceilings or oors will reduce the coverage
area.
Determine the Location of Signal Antenna and Base Unit Antenna
It is recommended that the Signal Antenna and Base Unit Antenna have at least 15 feet of
vertical separation.
If the antennas are too close together, the light on the Base Unit will ash red, indicating a problem
see the Light Indicators section (Page 12). To capture the best signal, place the Signal Antenna as
high as possible and position it vertically, keeping it at it at least 2 feet away from any metal.
The location of the Signal Antenna should be at least 15 feet higher than the Base Unit Antenna. If
this is not possible, maximizing the horizontal separation between the 2 antennas is advised.
See page 6, Setting Up Your zBoost® Product, for additional information.
Note
Avoid placing the Signal Antenna near metal such as
wiring, A/C ducts, metal siding, truss plates, etc.
When connecting the cable to the antenna, run the
cable straight down from the antenna. Avoid draping
the coax near the antenna.
Additional Cable Requirements
If the distance between the Signal Antenna and the Base Unit exceeds 50 feet, extension cables
are available on our website or at many home improvement and electronic stores. The included
cable is RG59-mini. For better performance, you may replace it with RG-6 cable for satellite TV.
The total cable length should not exceed 70 feet unless you also purchase an upgraded signal
antenna (see page iv). A longer cable is helpful only if it allows you to place the Signal Antenna in a
location where you measure stronger signal.
Grounding the Signal Antenna
If you decide to place the Signal Antenna outdoors, it must be properly grounded. (See page iv for a
recommended grounding kit).
The set up must be in accordance with Article 810 of the National Electric Code (NEC). A listed
antenna discharge unit must be provided for the lead-in coaxial cable per NEC article 8.10.20 or the
shield of the coaxial cable must be permanently and effectively grounded in accordance with NEC
article 8.10.21. Please consult a professional installer or electrician for more information. (See page
iv).
Securing Cable with a Drip Loop
If you place the Signal Antenna outdoors, create a drip loop with
the coaxial cable at the point where the cable enters the building
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 building. Consult a professional installer
if you need more information.
Power Requirements
The Base Unit can be plugged into a standard 2 or 3 prong 110 VAC receptacle using the Included
power supply. The power supply consumes less than 10W (less than 0.2A).
Note
The zBoost® YX545 SOHO base unit MUST only be
used with the provided power adaptor. Use of other
power adaptors will void the warranty and may damage
the unit. Use of other equipment is not FCC approved.
Antenna Bracket Assembly
IMPORTANT: Incorrectly mounting the Signal Antenna to the
mounting bracket (see gure A) will impede performance.
Ensure that the Signal Antenna is properly positioned in the
mounting bracket as pictured below.
To mount antenna to a pole: Attach bottom of antenna to pole
bracket as pictured. Use U-Bolt to secure bracket to pole and
fasten.
To mount antenna to a at surface: Attach bottom of antenna to
pole bracket as pictured. Secure bracket to desired surface using
provided screws. Use of the Saddle and U-Bolt are not necessary
for this option.
Figure A
Coax Cable
Exterior Wall