zBoost
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PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual
5
Power Requirements
The Base Unit can be plugged into a standard 2-prong 110 VAC receptacle using the included
power supply. The power supply consumes less than 10W (less than 0.2A).
Important Reminders:
An exterior mounting mast has not been provided. Using at least 1.5” PVC pipe or a J-pole
(available from zBoost, part YX014) is suggested should one be needed.
Installing Your zBoost Signal Booster
FIRST: Placement of the External Antennas
Choosing the best location for the External Antennas provides the best performance and the largest
area of improved signal. Choose a location for the External Antennas using your cell phone to
determine the area of strongest signal - typically found outside, above the roofline or in an attic. The
antenna must also remain at least 3 feet from any metal objects such as pipes, metal siding, A/C
unit etc. and at least 15 vertical feet above the Indoor Panel Antenna.
The YX699 Signal Meter (available separately) provides signal strength information. It can be used
with its supplied whip antenna to find the best location for antenna mounting with the strongest
received signal. It can also be connected to the directional antennas to aim the antennas for
maximum received signal. Contact zBoost to obtain a YX699 Signal Meter.
Mounting of Antenna
1.
When you have determined the location of the strongest signal for both the PCS and CEL
frequencies, install the antennas to a mast (not provided). Outdoor J-pole Antenna Mounting
Bracket, YX014 is available at www.zBoost.com. Loosely connect the antenna to the mast
to allow the antenna to be reoriented for strongest signal. Take special care in aiming the
External Antennas in the direction of best signal. The External Panel Antenna works off the
PCS frequency and the Directional Yagi Antenna works off of the CEL frequency. If you are
unsure of the nearest tower location of your wireless provider, see”Antenna Aiming” on page
7 for detailed instructions.
2.
After installing the External Antenna to a mast or pole, connect each to the provided
Combiner then run a connection between the Combiner and Base Unit using the RG-6 coax
cable.
External Yagi Antenna
Bracket Assembly
External Panel Antenna
Bracket Assembly