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Installation

Chapter 4. Installation

This chapter describes how to install the BDA and antennas for best results.

4.1 - Selecting the Locations

Select the locations for the exterior antenna, interior antenna(s), BDA, cables, and accessories as 
described in the previous chapter.

4.2 - Soft Installation

Perform a “soft” installation of all components to test signal coverage and oscillation before making 

the installation permanent. Avoid making holes or other permanent fixtures during this initial phase. 
Please refer to Chapter 5 of this manual for configuration and testing instructions. Proceed with the 
final installation once configuration and testing are complete.

 

4.3 - Exterior Antenna

Mount the exterior antenna in the location you selected during the planning process. Be sure to follow 
all of the instructions included with the antenna to ensure a safe installation. Remember:

• An omnidirectional antenna must be mounted vertically.
• A Yagi antenna must be mounted horizontally and be aimed at the desired radio tower (line of 

sight).

CAUTION: FAILURE TO PROPERLY PLAN THE BDA 

INSTALLATION CAN CAUSE SIGNAL OSCILLATION 
AND/OR OTHER EQUIPMENT MALFUNCTION.

CAUTION: MOUNT THE EXTERIOR ANTENNA ON A 
FIXED STRUCTURE.

Summary of Contents for Force3 PSB

Page 1: ...s device You MUST register Class B signal boosters as defined in CFR 90 219 Unauthorized use may result in significant forfeiture penalties including penalties in excess of 100 000 for each continuing...

Page 2: ...decimal degrees of the signal booster location and click on the Get Address Info button or 2 the booster city and state and click on the Get Lat Long button The registration tool will provide a map of...

Page 3: ...tallation 13 4 1 Selecting the Locations 13 4 2 Soft Installation 13 4 3 Exterior Antenna 13 14 4 4 Internal Antennas 15 4 5 Mounting the BDA 16 CHAPTER 5 Configuration Testing 17 5 1 DIP Switches and...

Page 4: ...ion and or building design Suitable for large areas up to approximately 80 000 square feet depending on outside signal strength Power control maintains maximum output power at 3 watts EIRP Automatic o...

Page 5: ...rtant safety information designed to prevent personal injury equipment malfunction and or radio interference You are responsible for ensuring a safe installation 2 1 Safety Warnings You are responsibl...

Page 6: ...terior antenna and the BDA Always power off the BDA before working on the roof of the building or anywhere in close proximity to the external antenna Allow at least 24 inches 60cm of separation betwee...

Page 7: ...antenna and the BDA 2 Decide where to mount the interior antenna s being sure to take separation requirements into account In general long narrow spaces will benefit most from directional flat panel a...

Page 8: ...receives and transmits sig nals over a focused area and must be aimed directly line of sight toward the radio tower that provides the best signal to the building The exterior antenna and mast if any...

Page 9: ...as provide 360 degree hemispherical coverage suitable for mostly square areas while flat panel antennas provide a focused zone of coverage suitable for long narrow areas The follow ing example uses tw...

Page 10: ...is essential in order to prevent signal oscillation feedback that can interfere with the radio tower Separation is measured in a straight line from the exterior antenna to the closest interior antenn...

Page 11: ...d to obtain proper coverage throughout the building or area where you need to boost the signal If you are using a Yagi exterior antenna you should normally aim it away from all interior antennas regar...

Page 12: ...following Cable clips Use these to secure the cables to interior and exterior walls ceilings Appropriately rated sealant caulking Use this to waterproof the opening where the cable from the exterior...

Page 13: ...fixtures during this initial phase Please refer to Chapter 5 of this manual for configuration and testing instructions Proceed with the final installation once configuration and testing are complete...

Page 14: ...ENNA TOWARD ANY INTERIOR ANTENNA 1 Mount the antenna 2 Connect a length of cable to the antenna and tighten until hand tight 3 Run the cable along the planned route 4 Install a properly grounded SC LP...

Page 15: ...er Dome antennas should be mounted in the ceiling as close to the center of the desired coverage area as possible with the domed side pointing down Flat panel antennas should be wall mounted as close...

Page 16: ...BDA is to be situated Plywood should be flush against wall Once mounted screw the BDA to the plywood sheet The top side of the BDA with the lights and DIP switches should be facing away from the wall...

Page 17: ...k 2 PS UL dip wsitches control 700 band and 800 band uplink 3 PS 800 DL dip wsitches control 800 band downlink 4 SMR 900 UL dip wsitches control 900 band uplink 5 SMR 900 UL dip wsitches control 900 b...

Page 18: ...witch 1 in a bank 1dB attenuation BDA maximum gain is reduced by 1dB Turning ON Switches 1 3 and 5 in a bank 1 4 16dB attenuation 21dB attenuation For example in an 80dB BDA this means the selected ch...

Page 19: ...4 Testing Once the BDA is powered on and no Warning lights are illuminated walk around the entire area to test the voice and or data signal Refine the antenna locations and or gain levels as needed an...

Page 20: ...ork properly you may need to install an additional interior antenna and or a different type of interior antenna and or relocate interior antennas Note In general the uplink and downlink DIP switches s...

Page 21: ...e date of purchase This protects the customer from any defects or problems the product may have that are solely the fault of SureCall Incorrect installation or misuse will void this warranty Upon the...

Page 22: ...365 6283 Any returns received by SureCall without an RMA number clearly printed on the outside of the shipping container will be returned to sender In order to receive full credit for signal BDAs all...

Page 23: ...ved All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners This warranty does not apply to any product determined by SureCall to have been subjected to misuse abuse negle...

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