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2.
Run the outside antenna cable
into the car. The cable is strong
enough that it may be shut in most
vehicle doors without damaging the
cable. For a cleaner look, carefully
pull down the door seal, run the
cable under the seal, and push the
seal back into place. This method
reduces wear on the cable as the
door opens and closes.
3.
Install the Low-Profile inside antenna.
• Identify a place on the right side
of the driver’s seat to mount the
inside antenna. The location
should be at least 18 inches from
where the cellular device will be
used.
• Install the inside antenna at the
same angle as the cell phone
when held in use or near the
laptop’s cellular data card to
maximize signal strength.
For a more professional look,
you can install the inside antenna
underneath a car seat cover or
upholstery.
• When you have tested the
functionality of your Drive 4G-M
Signal Booster, mount the inside
antenna by peeling off the backing
of the Velcro
®
and attach it to your
selected location on the seat and
secure the inside antenna.
4.
Place and connect the Drive 4G-M
Signal Booster.
• Select a location for the Signal
Booster that is free from excessive
heat, direct sunlight and moisture
and that has proper ventilation.
Good locations include underneath
a seat or under the dashboard.
• Connect the wire from the outside
antenna to the port labeled
“outside antenna” on the Signal
Booster.
• Connect the wire from the inside
antenna to the port labeled “inside
antenna” on the Signal Booster.
• Plug the power adapter into
vehicle’s 12V DC power supply
and attach the cord to the side of
Power Booster labeled “Power.”
NOTE: Do NOT connect the power
to the Signal Booster until you
have connected both the inside
and outside antennas.
• Power up your Signal Booster by
flipping the switch on the back of the
DC power adapter on. A red light
should appear on the power adapter.
Green/red Blinking
indicates
that the booster is operating at a
reduced gain to prevent oscillation
(feedback).
Fixing Red Light Issues
If one or more lights on the Signal Boost
are red:
1.
Make sure all connections are tight.
2.
Increase the distance between the
outside antenna and the Drive 4G-
M, by moving them horizontally and/
or vertically farther apart until the
light(s) change to green. Remember
to keep the antenna at least 6
inches from any window or sunroof.
3.
Follow the same steps for a green/
red blinking light until the light goes
solid green.
Lights Off
1.
Check connections on the power
supply to see that it is firmly plugged
into both the Drive 4G-M and the
power source.
2.
If using a DC power supply in your
vehicle, ensure the power supply is
properly inserted. Then check the
12 volt power from the car socket
and the fuse. Replace the fuse if
necessary.
3.
If using a power strip in a building,
ensure the power strip is plugged
in and turned on and that power is
coming from the outlet.
Note: The Drive 4G-M Signal Booster
may remain on, in vehicles whose
12V DC power sources do not
automatically shutdown when the
vehicle is turned off. This could
result in discharging the vehicles
battery in one to two days.
Note: Some 12V DC power sources
are shut down when the vehicle
ignition is turned to off. Refer to
your vehicle owners manual for
specifics related to your vehicle.
NOTE: The aluminum casing of
your Signal Booster will adjust to the
temperature of its environment, but is
designed to protect the Signal Booster
technology. For example, in the summer,
the Signal Booster case may be as hot
as 150 degrees inside your vehicle.
These high temperatures will NOT
damage the Signal Booster, nor do they
pose a fire risk to the vehicle. Again, be
sure to place your Signal Booster in a
location with adequate ventilation and
away from direct sunlight or moisture.
Troubleshooting &
Understanding Lights
The Signal Boost includes 4 indicator
lights on the front of the Drive 4G-M. The
indicator lights will either be green or red.
Green
indicates that the booster is
powered and operating at maximum
gain.
Solid Red
indicates that the booster
has shut off on the associated
frequencies to prevent oscillation
(feedback).
