Powering up a Wilson Amplifier
Make sure both the outside and inside
antenna cables are connected before
powering up the amplifier.
Connect the power cable from the DC
plug-in power supply to the amplifier and
insert the large end into DC power socket
(the cigarette lighter outlet.)
The amplifier may remain on all the time.
However, leaving the amplifier on in a
vehicle when it is not running can discharge
the battery in a day or two.
A good option is to power the amplifier
through the ignition switch so the amplifier
is turned on and off with the vehicle.
Carefully insert the power cable.
IMPORTANT: Do not power up the ampli-
fier unless antenna cables are attached to
amplifier.
Warning:
Use only the power
supply provided in this package. The
power supply must be 6 V DC.
!
Understanding the Amplifier Lights
If the light turns red, oscillation is occurring and the amplifier has powered down.
The outside antenna needs to be moved farther from the inside antenna. Move the
outside antenna on the roof of the car to the rear of the car, but at least 8-12 inches
from the rear or side windows. Remove power from the amplifier and reinstall
power - this resets the amplifier.
If the light is now green, the oscillation has stopped and the amplifier is working. If
the red light is still on, move the antenna farther away and repeat the process.
Always use a magnet-mount or roof-mount antenna. Do not use a glass-mount
antenna, as oscillation may cause continuous shut-down of the amplifier.
An amber light indicates overload from the cell site. The amplifier has temporarily
shut down and will automatically reset approximately 1,000 feet or more from the
cell site.
