User's Manual
zBOOST
®
SOHO YX550 4G AWS/VLTE USER GUIDE
8
zBOOST
®
SOHO YX550 4G AWS/VLTE USER GUIDE
9
③
③ BEST PERFORMANCE: Attic/Outdoor placement
The following instructions are recommended for the
best performance:
1. Using your cell phone as a signal meter,
confi rm that either your attic or your roof
will deliver optimal signal strength to the
Signal Antenna. Identify the best location for
attachment of the mounting bracket – such
as an attic cross or main beam. The coverage
your zBoost provides is largely determined
by the quality of signal received by the Signal
Antenna.
2. Secure the mounting bracket at the highest
possible point and at least 3 feet (1 meter)
away from metal objects such as pipes, metal
siding, A/C unit etc). Position the mounting
bracket such that the Signal Antenna will be
vertical and attach the Signal Antenna. See page 4 for more information.
3. Assemble the Base Unit and Base Unit Antenna and position the antenna vertically. This
Base Unit uses an omni-directional antenna that delivers signal in a circular pattern around
the antenna. Place the Base Unit in desired location – where you want to create a Cell
Zone™ For the widest possible signal area, it is recommended that you position the Base
Unit near the middle of a room or mount it on an interior wall. Keep the Base Unit off the
fl oor and at least 2 feet away from other cords, metal objects or other wireless devices such
as wireless routers or wireless access points. The zBoost SOHO performs best when there
are no obstructions between the zBoost Base Unit and your mobile device.
4. Connect the supplied Coaxial Cable to the base of the Signal Antenna. Run the cable
along a descending pipe or through a wall 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.
NOTE: Refrain from securing cable or drilling holes until the system has been tested.
5. From the other end, connect the coax cable it to the Base Unit.
6. Connect the zBoost Base Unit to the provided power supply and plug into a power outlet.
When your zBoost system is in place and fully connected, walk throughout your home or
offi 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/fl oors.
zBoost Base Unit
Power Supply
Base Unit Antenna
Coaxial Cable
NOTE: The zBoost SOHO YX550 4G AWS/VLTE requires at least 15 feet of vertical separation
between the Base Unit and the Signal Antenna. Generally, increasing this distance (up to 40 feet)
will increase the performance and decreasing the distance will limit zBoost performance.
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 fi nd the increased signal
coverage is acceptable, however, no additional adjustments are needed. See Base Unit Light
Indicator section (page 12) for more information.
zBoost Base Unit
Power Supply
Base Unit Antenna
Coaxial Cable
Signal Antenna
Cell Tower
15 ft
separation
Pole Bracket
Saddle
U-Bolt
Figure A
Best Performance
Place Signal Antenna on
roof or in attic