User guide

zBoost
®
SOHO Xtreme YX545x User Guide
6
zBoost
®
SOHO Xtreme YX545x User Guide
7
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 Signal 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 Signal Antenna to a at surface: Attach 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.
THIRD: Run the Coaxial Cable
NOTE: Refrain from securing cable or drilling holes until the system has been tested.
Connect the supplied 50 feet of RG-6 coaxial cable to the base of the Signal Antenna. Run the
coaxial cable along a descending pipe or through a wall that that leads closest to the location of the
Base Unit. Should you need additional cable length, 15 foot extensions (Part #: YX030-15w) are
available at www.Wi-Ex.com. Please note: Cable longer than 65 feet is not recommended.
FOURTH: Connect zBoost Base Unit to Power
Connect the zBoost Base Unit to the power supply and plug into a power outlet. When your zBoost
system is in place and fully connected, walk throughout your home or ofce and verify that you are
able to reliably place calls. If the signal strength has improved, your zBoost is working.
Remember, coverage varies based on outdoor signal level, building construction, and antenna
placement. Coverage in adjoining rooms (next to, above, or below) will be reduced by walls and
ceiling/oors.
Upon initial power up, a solid GREEN light should appear indicating normal conditions. If a RED
light appears, adjustments may be needed to optimize performance. If you nd the increased signal
coverage is acceptable, however, no additional adjustments are needed. See “zBoost Base Unit
Light Indicators” on page 8) for more information.
Conrm That Your zBoost is Working Properly
Perform the following steps to conrm that the unit is now working properly:
1. Unplug the Base Unit power cord.
2. Turn on your cell phone and check the signal meter.
3. Plug the power cord into the Base Unit.
4. Hold your cell phone about 5 feet from the Base Unit and then turn it on. Wait up to 1 minute
for the cell phone to register the signal coming from the Base Unit.
If the signal meter shows improvement, your zBoost unit is working properly.When your zBoost
system is in place and fully connected, you should walk throughout the room and see that you are
able to reliably place calls.
Remember, coverage varies based on outdoor signal level, building construction, and antenna
placement. Coverage in adjoining rooms (next to, above, or below) will be reduced due to walls or
ceiling/oors.
Should you desire to improve coverage, you may:
• Relocate the Signal Antenna in order to capture a better signal – higher is usually better and
outside is better than inside.
• Increase the distance between the Panel Antenna and the Signal Antenna.
• Purchase an upgrade antenna available at www.Wi-Ex.com.
Pole Bracket
Saddle
U-Bolt
Figure A
Figure A
SECOND: Position Base and Panel Antenna
NOTE: The zBoost Xtreme requires at least 15 feet of vertical separation between the Signal
Antenna and the Panel Antenna. Generally, increasing this distance (up to 40 feet) will increase the
performance and decreasing the distance will limit
zBoost performance.
The Base Unit can be easily mounted on a wall by rst
removing the orange bracket from the Base Unit and
using the provided mounting hardware to afx to wall.
Connect the Indoor Panel Antenna to the Base Unit
using the provided 10 foot RG-8 coax.
The Panel Antenna should be mounted on a wall
facing the direction where increased coverage is
desired (See illustration below). Note that signal is
broadcasted in a beamwidth of 70° horizontally and
60° vertically from the front of the Panel Antenna.
Keep the Panel Antenna off oor and at least 3 feet
away from other cords, metal objects or other wireless
devices such as wireless routers or wireless access
points. The zBoost Xtreme performs best when there
are no obstructions between the Panel Antenna and
your mobile device.
Signal is emitted in a beam width of 70° horizontal and 60° vertical
zBoost Base Unit
Power Supply
RG-8x
Panel Antenna
Coaxial Cable
Improving Your Coverage Area