ZBoost ALTE-AWS User Manual - Performance
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SOHO DATABLAST USER GUIDE
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SOHO DATABLAST USER GUIDE
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IMPORTANT: Before Installing, Note These Important Factors in Determining
Performance
1. At least 15
vertical
feet is needed between the Signal Antenna (receives the outside signal)
and the Base Unit Antenna (rebroadcasts the signal indoors). Separation less than 15 vertical
feet will result in decreased performance.
If the antennas are too close together, the light on the Base Unit will flash RED, indicating a
problem - see the Base Unit Light Indicators section (page 10). To capture the best signal, place
the Signal Antenna as high as possible.
2. Position the Signal Antenna vertically and keep it at least 3 feet
above
any metal.
Additional Cable Requirements
If the distance between the Signal Antenna and the Base Unit exceeds 50 feet, extension cables
are available on our website or at many home improvement and electronic stores. The included
cable is RG59-mini. For better performance, you may replace it with RG-6 cable for satellite TV.
The total cable length should not exceed 65 feet unless upgraded cable and/or upgraded Signal
Antenna (see page iv) is used. A longer cable is helpful only if it allows you to place the Signal
Antenna in a location where you measure stronger signal.
Cable
Recommended Length
RG-59 mini (provided)
Up to 50 feet
RG-6
Up to 65 feet
RG-11
Up to 120 feet
Grounding the Signal Antenna
If the Signal Antenna is placed outdoors, it must be properly grounded. (See page iv for a
recommended grounding kit).
The setup must be in accordance with Article 810 of the National Electric Code (NEC). A listed
antenna discharge unit must be provided for the lead-in coaxial cable per NEC article 8.10.20 or the
shield of the coaxial cable must be permanently and effectively grounded in accordance with NEC
article 8.10.21. Please consult a professional installer or electrician for more information
Securing Cable with a Drip Loop
If the Signal Antenna is placed outdoors,
create a drip loop with the coaxial cable at
the point where the cable enters the building
through an outside wall. This can be done by
twisting and 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 building.
Consult a professional installer for more
information.
Power Requirements
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).For more information on
power consumption, see “Technical Specifications” on page 11.
Warning
The zBoost SOHO DataBlast base unit MUST only be
used with the provided power adaptor. Use of other
power adaptors will void the warranty and may damage
the unit. Use of other equipment is not FCC approved.
Coax Cable
Exterior Wall
15’ of vertical
separation
15’ of vertical
separation
15’ of vertical
separation