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zBoost

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 YX560SL User Guide

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zBoost

®

 YX560SL User Guide

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Technical Specifications

Product Specifications for zBoost SOHO YX560SL

PCS band
Frequency  

Uplink: 1850 to 1910 MHz   

Downlink: 1930 to 1990 MHz

System Gain

70 dB

Antenna: Signal

10 dBi; F-type female

Antenna: Base Unit

1 dBi Whip

PCS band supported

A, D, B, E, F, C

Cellular band
Frequency  

Uplink: 824 to 849 MHz   

Downlink: 869 to 894 MHz

System Gain

70 dB

Antenna: Signal

8 dBi; F-type female

Antenna: Base Unit

1 dBi Whip

CEL band supported

A, B, A’, B’

General
Networks

CDMA, GSM, TDMA, AMPS, GPRS, EDGE, 

EVDO, 1xRTT, UMTS, HSPA, 3G

Power Consumption – Power Supply 

Current

3W standby; 7W max signal - 5.0VDC, 2.0A Max

Wall Supply Input ; Voltage

100-240VAC, 50-60 Hz

System Certifications

FCC Parts 15 & 24 (PCS), Parts 15 & 22 (CEL), 

Industry Canada

Base Unit Size and Weight

5” x 7” x 1.25” – 9 oz.

Operating Conditions 

Indoor Use Only (40° - 105° F)

Coverage (open areas)

up to 6500 sq ft

This product uses patented technology to protect the carrier network

Product is covered by patent US 7,706,744.  Other U.S. and foreign patents pending.

Handles all PCS or CEL protocols and includes multiple patented and patent pending technologies 

to provide low-cost coverage while continually adapting to signal to prevent interference and remain 

transparent to the wireless network. Provides an indicator if the antennas are positioned improperly, 

but will NOT suffer damage of interfere with the Carrier Network.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect my cell phone signal range and strength to be inside my home or office?

The closer you are to the base, the stronger the signal. This will vary with different conditions. Some 

of the conditions that will affect the improved coverage area are signal strength outdoors, the type 

of building materials in the home, the placement of the unit and the antenna’s proximity to cellular 

towers.

You can expect that your indoor coverage will be improved. You will be able to make calls where 

you couldn’t before. The degree of improvement will depend upon many factors. The intent of 

zBoost® products are to bring outside coverage inside. Just as the signal bars move up and down 

when outside, the boosted signal will fluctuate in a similar fashion. 

Is a cellular phone signal booster the same as a wireless router; will it help my WiFi signal? 

The Wi-Ex® unit will not help your WiFi service. This unit is designed to work with wireless PCS and 

Cellular phones and devices. The WIFI in your home or office operates on a different frequency.

Is your product available for international use?

Yes, we have a product that works on European UMTS/HSPA frequencies. 

zBoost® ONE YX400-U

 

for devices on the 2100MHz can be used for voice and data overseas. 

Why isn’t my cell phone indicating more signal with more bars?

You may not always observe more bars that gain on your signal meter because of the signal 

spreading out from the antenna. If your phone has a dB meter, 3dB is a significant increase of 2x, 

6dB is 4x, and 10dB is 10x. On a four bar phone, one "bar" equals about 10dB.  

The increase in signal you will see depends upon:

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The level of signal at the Signal antenna (outdoor)

• 

The care of the antenna placement (three feet away from metal, adequate antenna 

separation [15 feet of 

vertical

 separation is recommended])

• 

The signal already present inside (related to building losses)

• 

The distance of your phone/device from the Panel Antenna (signal spreads or diminishes 

rapidly with distance).

There are usually several cell phones in use at one time in my home, will your product boost 

all of our signals simultaneously?

This zBoost unit is designed to cover multiple signals simultaneously and will allow multiple users to 

operate at the same time.

Does the zBoost work if you have no bars?

No, if no signal is present outdoors zBoost products will not work for you. Also, keep in mind if your 

best signal is 1 bar at the Signal Antenna, your coverage will be limited to a small room. You could 

improve that with an upgraded antenna. (See page iv).

Summary of Contents for YX560SL

Page 1: ...ave a 30 day money back guarantee when purchased directly from Wi Ex If product is purchased from a reseller or third party the purchaser is subject to the policies of the third party 2 Year Manufacturer Warranty Register at www Wi Ex com v 613 ...

Page 2: ...o try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure li...

Page 3: ...hout prior consent in writing from Wireless Extenders Copyright 2012 by Wireless Extenders Inc Trademarks Wireless Extenders Wi Ex the Wi Ex logo zBoost the zBoost logo and Extending Cell Zones are registered trademarks of Wireless Extenders Inc Safety Guidelines In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to radiofrequency fields the radiating element antenna shall be positioned such th...

Page 4: ... 6 FIFTH Antenna Aiming 7 Confirm That Your zBoost is Working Properly 8 Improving Your Coverage Area 8 zBoost Base Unit Light Indicators 9 Technical Specifications 10 Frequently Asked Questions 11 Warranty Information 12 The following accessories are available to improve signal reception and provide increased coverage in your home or office Please see our website for complete selection To order c...

Page 5: ...eded to set up zBoost 2 Phillips screwdriver Cellular phone operating in the band supported by your zBoost unit Drill may be required for outdoor or attic antenna placement Check for Signal Strength Before placing a zBoost in your home make sure that you can place calls on the outside of your home in the attic at roof level or wherever you plan to place the signal antenna zBoost can only bring sig...

Page 6: ...ion Note The zBoost YX560SL base unit MUST only be used with the provided power adaptor Use of other power adaptors will void the warranty and may damage the unit Use of other equipment is not FCC approved 15 of vertical separation 15 of vertical separation 15 of vertical separation Coax Cable Exterior Wall Setting Up Your zBoost Signal Booster Additional Cable Requirements If the distance between...

Page 7: ...our mobile device THIRD Run Coaxial Cable Between the Base Unit and Signal Antenna Use the provided 50 feet of RG 6 coaxial cable to connect the Signal Antenna and the Base Unit Run the cable along a descending pipe or through a wall that leads closest to the location of the Base Unit To run the cable from exterior to interior through a window an 8 inch window entry cable is available for purchase...

Page 8: ...l Antenna and the Signal Antenna Purchase an upgrade antenna available at www Wi ExStore com NOTE The zBoost YX560SL 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 Keep the Base Unit off the floor and at least 2 feet...

Page 9: ...age will be improved You will be able to make calls where you couldn t before The degree of improvement will depend upon many factors The intent of zBoost products are to bring outside coverage inside Just as the signal bars move up and down when outside the boosted signal will fluctuate in a similar fashion Is a cellular phone signal booster the same as a wireless router will it help my WiFi sign...

Page 10: ...ion may not apply to you Any modifications or other changes to the product including but not limited to software or hardware modifications in any way other than as expressly authorized by Wi Ex will void this limited warranty Product that has been modified or adapted to enable it to operate in any country other than the country for which it was designed manufactured approved and or authorized or r...

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