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Max ZB545M Manual zBoost
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Max ZB545M Manual
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To run the coax cable through a wall: Connect the two provided RG-6 cables. Then connect one
end of the cable to the base of the External Antenna. Run the coaxial cable along a descending
pipe or through a wall that leads closest to the location of the Base Unit. Connect the remaining end
of the cable to the Base Unit.
Should you need additional cable length, 15 foot extensions (Part #: YX030-15w) are available at
www.zBoost.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 and verify that you are able to
reliably place calls. If the signal strength has improved, your zBoost is working.
Upon initial power up, the LED will cycle RED, GREEN and ORANGE for 30 seconds. After 30
seconds, a series of GREEN fl ashes 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 fi nd
the increased signal coverage is acceptable, however, no additional adjustments are needed. See
"zBoost Base Unit Light Indicators" on page 9) for more information.
Confi rm 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/fl oors.
Antenna Bracket Assembly
IMPORTANT: Incorrectly mounting the External Antenna to the mounting
bracket (see fi gure 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.
To mount External Antenna to a fl 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.
SECOND: Position the Base Unit
Connect the Indoor Antenna to the Base Unit and place it where you need
signal. For the widest possible signal area, position the Base Unit near the
middle of a room. You may also mount it on an interior wall by fi rst removing
the bracket, screwing the bracket to a wall (screws not included), then snapping the Base Unit
back in place keeping the Indoor Antenna vertical. The Base Unit uses an omni-directional Indoor
Antenna that delivers signal in a circular pattern around the antenna.
The zBoost Max requires at least 15 feet of vertical separation between the Base Unit and the
External Antenna. Generally, increasing this distance (up to 40 feet) will increase the performance
and decreasing the distance will limit the performance.
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. zBoost performs best when
there are no obstructions between the zBoost Base Unit and your mobile device.
THIRD: Run the Coaxial Cable
NOTE: Refrain from securing cable or drilling holes until the system has been tested.
The zBoost Max comes with 2 coax cables (35 ft. and 15 ft.) and a window-entry cable. 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. Use the attached cables to connect the Base Unit and
External Antenna through a window, positioning the window-entry cable at the window closing.
zBoost Base Unit
Power Supply
Indoor Antenna
Coaxial Cable
Wall Mounting
Bracket
Pole Bracket
Saddle
U-Bolt
Figure A
External Antenna
Coax Cable
Window Entry Cable
Base Unit
Indoor Antenna
Power Supply
a
15 ft. of
vertical
separation
External Antenna
Coax Cable
Base Unit
Indoor Antenna
Power Supply
a
15 ft. of
vertical
separation
Option 1: Running cable through
a window
Option 2: Running cable through
a wall