User manual

SETUP OVERVIEW
zBoost
®
PRO 10K SL
ZBC745SL
DMAN-0078 Rev 4914
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Should you desire to improve coverage, you may:
• Relocate the External Antenna to capture a better signal – higher is better.
• Increase the distance between the Indoor Antenna and the External Antenna.
• Purchase an upgrade antenna at www.zBoost.com.
See LED Indicator section for more information.
SETTING UP YOUR zBOOST
®
SIGNAL BOOSTER
FIRST: Install the External Antenna
Choosing the best location for installation of the External Antenna provides the
best performance and the largest area of improved signal. Determine the
location which provides the strongest signal using the signal strength indicator
on your cell phone. Find the location which provides the most bars of signal
strength and place the External Antenna at that location. This location will be
typically found on the roof.
The YX699 Signal Meter (available separately) provides signal strength
information. It can be used with its supplied whip antenna to find the best
location for antenna placement. It can also identify peak antenna alignment
when connected directly to antenna using the provided cable.
Caution: Avoid placing antenna near metal such as wiring, A/C ducts, truss
plates, etc. When attaching the cable to the antenna, run the cable straight
down from the antenna. Avoid draping the coax near the antenna.
When you have determined the location of the strongest signal, install the
External Antenna to a mast or pole (not provided). Loosely secure the antenna
to the mast to allow the antenna to be reoriented for strongest signal.
Antenna Aiming
To get the maximum benefit, you will want to take special care to make sure
you point the antenna in the direction of the best signal for your wireless
service provider. You may wish to use a YX699 RF signal meter to help during
this process.
SECOND: Install the Base Unit and Indoor Antenna
The Base Unit can be easily mounted on a wall by first removing the bracket
from the Base Unit and using the provided mounting hardware to affix to wall.
Connect the Indoor Antenna to the 15 feet of RG-6. Then, using the TNC-F
Adaptor, connect the RG-6 to the Base Unit. The Base Unit should be a
minimum distance of 4-5 feet off from the floor so there is clearance for the
Indoor Antenna extension.
The Indoor Antenna should be mounted on a wall facing the direction where
increased coverage is desired. Note that signal is broadcast in a beamwidth of
70° horizontally and 60° vertically from the front of the Indoor Antenna. Keep
the Indoor Antenna off floor and at least 3 feet away from other cords, metal
Indoor Antenna
and TNC-F adaptor
Dual-Band Directional
External Antenna
External Antenna
Mounting Hardware
Base Unit
Hardware Kit
Power Supply
zBoost Base Unit
Download the PRO 10K SL ZBC745SL User Manual at www.zBoost.com
Coax Cable
RG-6, 50 ft
Base Unit LED Indicators
During Initial Power Up
Light
Mode
Status Solution
RED,
GREEN,
ORANGE
System is
powering
up. Please
allow up to
30 seconds.
N/A
Flashing
GREEN
BASE UNIT will
flash GREEN
once for every
2 dB less than
optimal system
gain. Three
flashes or less
indicates the
system will
still operate
properly.
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.
Solution #1
After Initial Power Up
Light
Mode
Status Solution
SOLID
GREEN
zBoost is
ready.
N/A
Flashing
GREEN
zBoost is
in use.
N/A
SOLID
ORANGE
EXTERNAL
ANTENNA
and INDOOR
ANTENNA
are too close
together.
1. Unplug the BASE UNIT power supply.
2. Move the EXTERNAL ANTENNA as far away from the
INDOOR ANTENNA as possible, with at least 15 ft. of
vertical separation (height difference).
3. Plug the BASE UNIT power supply back in.
4. Wait 30 secs. for the BASE UNIT to power cycle on.
Solution #2
SOLID
RED
Signal from the
carrier’s cell
tower is too
strong for the
BASE UNIT
to operate
properly.
1. Unplug the BASE UNIT power supply.
2. Relocate the EXTERNAL ANTENNA to another spot.
3. If you have a directional antenna re-aim it to reduce
carrier signal strength.
4. Plug the BASE UNIT power supply back in.
5. Wait 30 secs. for the BASE UNIT to power cycle on.
Solution #3
Flashing
RED
Excessive
electronic
noise in the
system – the
BASE UNIT will
not operate.
^ Refer to Solution #2
Coax Cable
RG-6, 15 ft
objects or other wireless devices such as wireless routers
or wireless access points. The zBoost performs best
when there are no obstructions between the Indoor
Antenna and your mobile device. *The FCC requires that
this panel antenna has a minimum horizontal separation
of 6 feet (2 meters) from other CMRS (commercial mobile
radio service) devices.
The zBoost ZBC745SL requires at least 15 feet of vertical
separation between the Indoor Antenna and the External
Antenna. Generally, increasing this
distance (up to 40 feet) will increase the
performance and decreasing the
distance will limit zBoost performance.
THIRD: Run the Coaxial Cable
between the External Antenna and the
Base Unit
Connect the 50’ coax cable to the External
Antenna. Then, run the coax cable to the
location of the Base Unit. The recommended
maximum cable length run for RG-6 is 60 ft. and 120 ft. for RG-11. It is highly
recommended that you refrain from securing your cable, drilling any holes, etc.
until you complete and test the installation of the Base Unit.
FOURTH: 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
building 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/floors.
Upon initial power up, the
LED will cycle RED,
GREEN and ORANGE for
30 seconds. After, a series
of GREEN flashes will
indicate the quality of your
setup. Following this, a
solid GREEN light
indicates normal
conditions. If it is not solid
GREEN, follow the
instructions in the Base
Unit LED Indicators
section.
Adjustments may be
needed to optimize
performance. If you find
the increased signal
coverage is acceptable,
however, no additional
adjustments are needed.
zBoost Base Unit
Power Supply
TNC-F Adaptor
RG-6 (15 ft)
Indoor Antenna
Coaxial Cable
External Antenna
Base Unit
Indoor Antenna
Power Supply
Coax Cable
15 ft of
vertical
separation
15 ft of
vertical
separation