8/27/2013 Cellular Signal Boosters Presented by Blake Seese & Tim Timmons Cellular Signal Boosters http://www.wilsonelectronics.
8/27/2013 WCI Program Benefits Access to CIS product line (limited to Certified Installers) Listing as a Certified Installer on Wilson Electronics’ website Free participation in the Wilson lead referral program Access to WCI sales and marketing materials Priority technical support Confidence in the integration of a new product line Create a new revenue stream for CI professionals Wilson Electronics Overview American manufacturer of communications equipment for over 40 years.
8/27/2013 The Problem o Million dollar Energy Star home o State of the art home theater and automation o Brand new iPhone o No usable cell signal Why? Reasons for weak signal • Building Materials – Radiant barrier insulation, chicken wire and stucco walls, metal studs and roofs, concrete walls and low E windows can all block cellular signal.
8/27/2013 Reasons for weak signal • Distance from Tower – The farther away cellular devices are from the tower, the weaker the signal will be. The result is slower data speeds and connectivity problems. Cell tower Reasons for weak signal • Natural obstructions – Mountains, hills, valleys, foliage and other natural obstructions can block and/or weaken cellular signals.
8/27/2013 The solution A professionally installed Wilson Electronics cellular signal booster! Benefits of a Cellular Booster Use cellular devices in previously dead areas Eliminate dropped calls Faster data speeds Longer cell phone battery life No need for internet No extra contract needed Happy customers=referrals New revenue stream for professional installers Massive Cellphone Popularity If it seems like everyone owns a cellphone - statistics show that perception is almost the reality.
8/27/2013 Opportunity • Google reports over 1,000,000 Android activations per day. • 350 million cell phones in US equals 108% of the population. • The FCC reports 78% of cellular users experience connectivity problems. • 80% of all cell traffic occurs inside a building.
8/27/2013 Cell Phone Signal • Cellular signal strength is measured in decibels (dB), and will typically range from -50dBm to -110dBm. • The dB scale is logarithmic, every 3dB increase doubles the power, -67dB is twice the power of -70dB. • Every 6dB will approximately double the coverage distance from the inside antenna. Dropped calls 0dB Gain and Loss Gain – Gain is the ability of a device to increase the power of a signal. Gain is measured in dB (Decibels).
/27/2013 Impedance Choosing the right cable, 50ohm or 75ohm RG6 RG11 low loss LMR400 low loss Loss per 100’ Loss per 100’ Loss per 100’ 850mhz = 8.30dB 1900mhz = 13.35dB Figure at 10dB/100’ 850mhz = 4.75dB 1900mhz = 7.50dB Figure at 6db/100’ 850mhz = 4.55dB 1900mhz = 7.00dB Figure at 5.5dB/100’ F connector 75 ohm F connector 75 ohm N connector 50 ohm Oscillation & Overload • Oscillation – Occurs when inside antenna and outside antenna “talk” to each other, causing an RF loop or feedback.
8/27/2013 What is a signal booster? All cellular boosters include three key elements outside antenna amplifier inside antenna Optional components Tap Splitter Lightning Surge Protector How does a signal booster work? Amplifier Adds power (Gain) to the signal in both directions, also called a BDA or Booster. Max gain varies by application. Outside Antenna communicates with the cell tower with increased sensitivity and power. (Generally 7 to 10+ dB gain).
8/27/2013 A typical system Wide Band Directional Outside Antenna RG6 Cable Main Amplifier Panel Antennas, Inside Splitter Getting started Plan your attack Site survey • Start with a floor plan, hand drawn is fine. Include approximate dimensions. • Record signal strength on floor plan, inside and outside on all sides of building. • Mark strongest outside signal on floor plan. Note direction of carriers towers. • Mark areas on floor plan requiring improved signal.
8/27/2013 Cellular Technologies Wilson cellular repeaters can support 2G, 3G and 4G signals for all major US carriers. Major US carriers and the technology they use: – Verizon Wireless – CDMA, LTE 850mhz/1900mhz 700mhz (LTE) – Sprint – CDMA, LTE, WI-MAX 1900mhz 800mhz, 2.
8/27/2013 Finding the frequency Note the frequencies being used. T-Mobile uses 1900mhz for voice in this area and AT&T is on 850mhz and 1900mhz. The other frequencies listed here are 4G frequencies and will be for data only. Signal strength Wilson Signal Meter P/N 867501 + Directional Antenna kit To put phone in field test mode, go to www.wilsonelectronics.
8/27/2013 Locate the tower http://www.cellreception.
8/27/2013 System design Site survey • Start with a floor plan, hand drawn is fine. Include approximate dimensions. ~4225 Sq. Ft. 65’ 65’ System design Site survey • Determine the carriers. (AT&T, Verizon, etc.) ~4225 Sq. Ft.
8/27/2013 System design Site survey • Record signal strength on floor plan, inside and outside on all sides of building. ~4225 Sq. Ft. AT&T, T mobile -86dBm AT&T -83dBm T mobile 850 &1900 65’ -107dBm AT&T -105dBm T mobile -97dBm AT&T -92dBm T mobile 65’ System design Site survey and signal map Site survey • Note the best locations for inside and outside antennas. -86dBm AT&T -83dBm T mobile ~4225 Sq. Ft.
8/27/2013 Antennas Outside antennas - Directional (Yagi) - Omni-directional Inside antennas - Panel (wall/ceiling mount) - Dome +9dB Best isolation +7dB +5dB Least isolation Best isolation +2.
8/27/2013 Adding additional inside antennas -3dB -4.8dB -6dB Splitters –A splitter will have an even division of signal to each port. Wilson offers 2, 3, and 4 way splitters. Taps – Are splitters that have an uneven division signal. There is a tap port (-10dB) and a pass thru port (-0.5dB). -10 dB Tap (859907) 50 ohm -10 dB Tap (859907) 75 ohm Understanding The Lights • Solid Green – The booster is operating properly.
8/27/2013 Gain adjustment • The adjustable gain controls allow the installer to set separate gain levels for the 800 MHz and 1900 MHz frequencies as needed. • Remember, reducing the gain to correct oscillation or overload will reduce the coverage area of each inside antenna. Installation principals 1. Always point the Outside Antenna and Inside Antenna away from each other. This helps maintain isolation between the antennas. Additional isolating materials may be necessary. 2.
8/27/2013 Which booster? Make sure you know what frequencies are needed. Go to http://www.wirelessadvisor.com/ and enter the zip code of the installation. Locate the carriers and note the frequencies. You can also call Wilson Tech Support for assistance at 866294-1660. How large is the building or desired coverage area? How many floors? Larger areas will likely require higher gain boosters.
8/27/2013 Coverage area chart X 1900mhz 850mhz Determine the correct product 75 dB gain amplifier plus a 17dB In-Line Booster +17dB In-line Booster Signal in - 100dBm Antenna Gain 9dB 50’ RG6 coax Loss = 6dB 806215 75db gain Amplifier Antenna Gain 8dB/antenna Signal -100dBm + 9dB = - 91dBm 6dB = -97dBm + 75dB = -22dBm 12dB = -34dBm + 8dB = -26dBm 50’ RG6 coax Loss = 6dB 25’ RG6 coax Loss = 3dB Splitter loses 3dB per side.
8/27/2013 Coverage area chart X X 1900mhz 850mhz Determine the correct product 65 dB gain amplifier with stronger outside signal Signal in - 74dBm Antenna Gain 9dB 50’ RG6 coax Loss = 6dB 65db gain Amplifier Antenna Gain 8dB/antenna Signal + = = + = = + = -74dBm 9dB - 65dBm 6dB -71dBm 65dB -6dBm 12dB -18dBm 8dB -10dBm 50’ RG6 coax Loss = 6dB 25’ RG6 coax Loss = 3dB Signal out -10dBm / antenna Splitter loses 3dB per side.
8/27/2013 Coverage area chart X X 1900mhz 850mhz Adding additional inside antennas Signal in - 82dBm Antenna Gain 9dB Are these results satisfactory? 50’ RG6 coax Loss = 6dB 75db gain Amplifier -17dBm -10dB 1 -22.5dBm 2 -21dBm 3 4 50’ RG6 coax Loss = 6dB Assume all cables 5dB loss -3dB/port -0.
8/27/2013 Installing the in-line booster System at a glance Wide band directional MSRP $99.95 304475 -10dB Tap MSRP $99.95 859992 75ohm Lightning Surge MSRP $99.95 859976 Panel ceiling/wall MSRP $99.95 65dB or 75dB Amp MSRP $579.95 65dB MSRP $999.95 75dB 75ohm System 301155 WC1065 or WC1075 -3dB Super Splitter MSRP $99.95 859993 In-Line Amp MSRP $239.95 -4.8dB Super Splitter X 3 MSRP $109.
8/27/2013 System at a glance Wide band directional MSRP $99.95 304411 -10dB Tap MSRP $99.95 859902 50ohm Lightning Surge MSRP $99.95 859907 Panel ceiling/wall MSRP $99.95 AG Pro 75dB Amp MSRP $999.95 50 ohm System 301135 801280 -3dB Super Splitter MSRP $99.95 859957 In-Line Amp MSRP $239.95 -4.8dB Super Splitter X 3 MSRP $109.95 806215 859980 CIS Amplifiers CIS amplifiers are sold only to Wilson Certified Installers. They may not be re-sold on-line or through mail order etc.
8/27/2013 Why choose Wilson? • True oscillation and overload protection Patented technology means no other amplifier protects the cellular network like Wilson. • Awesome warranty 30 day no questions asked returns, and two full years manufacturers warranty. We stand behind our products. • Free tech support Speak to a professional tech support agent with one menu selection, no endless phone jail. • Wilson products work Testing proves Wilson products superior to competition in every category.
8/27/2013 PDF Download http://www.wilsonelectronics.com/wci-training Certification Test Log into the Wilson Electronics web site at http://www.wilsonelectronics.
