ZBoost Metro YX540 Overview
Fast Flashing RED
Solid RED
At Initial Power Up Only
After Initial Power Up
Solid GREEN
Slowly Alternating
RED and GREEN
zBoost is working, but at reduced performance
and coverage due to “non-ideal” setup. Increase
the distance between antenna and amplifier to
achieve maximum performance and coverage.
Normal condition at power up.
Indicates insufficient distance between the antenna
and the amplifier. The amplifier is operating at
significantly reduced coverage.
System is receiving signals from either the mobile
device or the base station transceiver which are too
strong for proper operation.
Fast Alternating
RED and GREEN
followed by no light
The amplifier is disabled.
Solid GREEN
Solid RED
Normal condition
System is receiving signals from either the mobile
device or the base station transceiver which are
too strong for proper operation. Unplug your system
and re-orient the Signal Antenna and/or Base Unit
to reduce excessive signal. If LED remains RED
after reconnecting power, contact customer support
at 1-800-871-1612.
SET-UP OVERVIEW
zBoost
®
SOHO YX545
DMAN-0038 Rev A
SETTING UP YOUR zBOOST
®
SIGNAL BOOSTER
Designed for consumers, zBoost cell phone signal boosters extend a Cell Zone
TM
for
multiple users and ALL devices operating on 800 and 1900 MHz frequency bands
except those using Nextel/iDEN, 4G or 2100MHz. zBoost boosts signal up to 2500
square feet, making it perfect for your home or office.
Boost voice and data transmission and increase call clarity in 4 easy steps:
FIRST: Mount the Signal Antenna. Choose a location for the Signal Antenna
using your cell phone to determine the area of strongest signal.
The coverage
your zBoost provides is largely determined by the quality of signal received by the
Signal Antenna.
Choose one of the following options for placement of the Signal Antenna keeping
in mind that if your best signal is one bar, your coverage will be limited to one
small room.
To maximize signal coverage, place the Signal Antenna where you find the strongest
signal (up high or outside) and at least 2 feet away from any metal.
Download the YX545 SOHO User Guide at www.Wi-Ex.com
BASE UNIT LED INDICATORS
SECOND: Place the zBoost Base Unit where you want to create a Cell Zone
TM
.
Connect the Base Unit Antenna to the Base Unit and place it where you need signal.
For the widest possible signal area, it is recommended that you position the Base
Unit near the middle of a room or mount it on an interior wall. This Base Unit uses an
omni-directional antenna that delivers signal in a circular pattern around the
antenna.
The zBoost SOHO requires at least 15 feet of vertical separation between the Base
Unit and the Signal Antenna. Generally, increasing this distance (up to 40 feet) will
increase the performance and decreasing the distance will limit zBoost performance.
(If 15 feet of separation is not possible, you may try our new METRO model, which
was designed for lofts and urban dwellings and requires no vertical separation.)
Keep the Base Unit off the floor and at least 2 feet away from other cords, metal
objects or other wireless devices such as wireless routers or wireless access points.
The zBoost SOHO performs best when there are no obstructions between the
zBoost Base Unit and your mobile device.
THIRD: Run the provided coaxial cable between the Base Unit and Signal
Antenna.
Use the provided 50 feet of RG-59(mini) coaxial cable to connect the
Signal Antenna and the Base Unit. Should you need additional cable length, 15 foot
extensions (Part #: YX30-15w) are available at www.Wi-Ex.com. Please note: Cable
longer than 75 feet is not recommended.
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 home or office 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, a solid GREEN LED should appear indicating normal
conditions. If a RED light appears, adjustments may be needed to optimize
PACKAGE CONTENTS
zBoost Base Unit
Base Unit Antenna
Coax Cable
RG-59(mini), 50 ft
Power Supply
Signal Antenna
Mounting Hardware
Signal Antenna
(comes in 2 pieces)
zBoost Base Unit
Power Supply
Base Unit Antenna
Coaxial Cable
Signal Antenna
15 ft
separation
Easiest Set-up
Place Signal Antenna
inside, by a window
Better Performance
Place Signal Antenna
outside of window*
Best Performance
Place Signal Antenna
on roof or in attic
*Note: An 8 inch window entry cable may be needed for this option.
It is available for purchase at www.Wi-Ex.com (Part #: YX030-08W)
performance. If you find the increased signal coverage is acceptable, however, no
additional adjustments are needed. See LED Indicator section for more information.
Should you desire to improve coverage, you may:
• Relocate the Signal Antenna in order to capture a better signal –
higher is usually better.
• Increase the distance between the Base Unit Antenna and the Signal Antenna.
• Purchase an upgrade antenna available at www.Wi-Ex.com
SETUP OVERVIEW
User Guide available
at www.Wi-Ex.com
Setup Overview
For more information call (800) 761-3041
RepeaterStore.com
sales@repeaterstore.com