zBoost Xtreme ZB545X User Manual zBoost® products have a 30-day money back guarantee when purchased directly from zBoost. If product is purchased from a reseller or third party, the purchaser is subject to the policies of the third party. 1 year manufacturer warranty. Warranty registration at www.zBoost.com v.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual FCC Requirements This is a CONSUMER Device. BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS DEVICE with your wireless provider and have your provider’s consent. Most wireless providers consent to the use of signal boosters. AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon and 90 additional carriers have already given consent for all consumers to use this device. Some providers may not consent to the use of this device on their network. If you are unsure, contact your provider.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual About zBoost® zBoost, a leader in cell phone signal boosters manufactures zBoost, the award-winning line of cell phone signal boosters that enhance the performance of your cell phone, smartphone and wireless data card. Compatibility – Dual Band zBoosts are compatible with 800 MHz and 1900 MHz regardless of technology- including CDMA and GSM. Uses patented technologies and protects the carrier network. 1-year manufacturer warranty – Warranty registration at www.zBoost.com.
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zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Package Contents Before you begin, make sure all of the following parts came with your zBoost Xtreme SETUP OVERVIEW Literature Contents: ① ① Setup overview ② Product Contents: ③ ② zBoost Base Unit ③ Power Supply ④ ④ Indoor Panel Antenna and TNC-F connector ⑤ 15 feet of RG-6 Cable (2) ⑥ Window Entry Cable ⑦ RG-6 Coax Cable - 35 feet ⑧ External Antenna and Mounting Hardware ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ iv
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zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Table of Contents FCC Requirements...................................................................................................i FCC Information....................................................................................................... ii Industry Canada Regulations................................................................................... ii Safety and Product Warranty Information.................................................................
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Overview Thank you for choosing zBoost! You will now be able to use your cell phone INSIDE your home. Gone are the days when you had to go to the window upstairs or walk outside to use your cell phone. Like a skylight that brings sunlight into your home, zBoost transports and amplifies the outdoor signal into your home. By following the easy instructions in this User Manual, you will be Extending Cell Zones™ into your home.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Preparing to Set Up Your zBoost Product Tools Needed The following tools are needed to set up zBoost: • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Cellular phone operating in the band supported by your zBoost unit • Drill (may be required for outdoor or attic antenna placement) Check for Signal Strength Before placing a zBoost in your home, make sure that you can place calls on the outside of your home, in the attic, at roof level or wherever you plan to place the External Antenna.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Before installing, please note the following important factors in determining your zBoost performance: • At least 15 vertical feet is needed between the External Antenna (receives the outside signal) and the Indoor Antenna (rebroadcasts the signal indoors). Separation less than 15 vertical feet will result in decreased performance. See illustration below. • Keep the External Antenna at least 3 feet above any metal.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual 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 home. Consult a professional installer if you need more information. Exterior Wall Power Requirements Coax Cable 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).
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Antenna Bracket Assembly IMPORTANT: Incorrectly mounting the External Antenna to the mounting bracket (see figure A) will impede performance. Ensure that the External Antenna is properly positioned in the mounting bracket as pictured. To mount External 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.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual THIRD: Run the Coaxial Cable NOTE: Refrain from securing cable or drilling holes until the system has been tested. The zBoost Xtreme comes with 2 coax cables (35 ft. and 15 ft.) and a window-entry cable to connect the External Antenna and the Base Unit. If you do not plan to run the cable through a window, the window entry cable is not needed. To run the coax cable through a window: Connect the two provided RG-6 cables (35 feet & 15 feet) using the provided window-entry cable.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Confirm That Your zBoost 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, home construction, and antenna placement. Coverage in adjoining rooms (next to, above, or below) will be reduced due to walls or ceiling/floors.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual zBoost Base Unit Light Indicators After Initial Power Up Light Mode Status zBoost is ready. 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.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Technical Specifications Product Specifications for zBoost Xtreme PCS band Frequency Uplink: 1850 to 1910 MHz Downlink: 1930 to 1990 MHz System Gain 77 dB PCS band supported A, D, B, E, F, C Networks CDMA, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, EVDO, 1xRTT, UMTS, HSPA, 3G Output power Uplink: 19 dBm; Downlink: 10 dBm Cellular band Frequency Uplink: 824 to 849 MHz Downlink: 869 to 894 MHz System Gain 63 dB CEL band supported A, B, A’, B’ Networks CDMA, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, EVDO, 1xRTT,
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Frequently Asked Questions What can I expect my cell phone signal range and strength to be inside my home? The closer you are to the base, the stronger the signal. This will vary with different conditions. Some of the conditions that will affect the improved coverage area are signal strength outdoors, the type of building materials in the home, the placement of the unit and the antenna’s proximity to cellular towers. You can expect that your indoor coverage will be improved.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Warranty Information Limited 1 Year Warranty Warranty Registration at www.zBoost.com zBoost warrants every zBoost product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the warranty period of one year. Who Is Covered? You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other documentation showing the product purchased and the purchase date is considered proof of purchase.
zBoost® Xtreme ZB545X Manual Make sure you keep… Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase. Attach it to this User Manual and keep both nearby. Also, keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return your product. Before requesting repair service… If red light is on, system is receiving signals from either the mobile device or the base station transceiver which are too strong for proper operation. Please unplug your system.
