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TRIO Xtreme ZB575X Manual
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FIRST: Mount the External Antenna
Choosing the best location for the External Antenna provides the best performance and the largest
area of improved signal. Choose a location for the External Antenna using your cell phone to
determine the area of strongest signal - typically found outside, above the roofline or in an attic.
Keep in mind that if your best signal is one bar, your coverage will be limited to one small room.
Maximum performance will be achieved when the antenna is aimed at the strongest signal from
your wireless provider. If you know the direction of your provider’s tower, simply point the antenna
in that direction. If you are unsure of the location of the nearest tower, loosely secure the antenna
to the mounting surface or mast (not provided) to allow adjustment or rotation around mast. Before
securing antenna hardware, take care in finding the optimum angle at which to aim the antenna –
See
Antenna Aiming
section on page 9 for further instruction.
Once you have determined the optimum location and
angle, connect the L-bracket to the antenna and secure the
antenna bracket to a mast (not provided) or a flat surface
using the provided antenna hardware.(see bracket assembly
illustration). Ensure that the antenna remains at least 3 feet
above any metal objects (such as pipes, metal siding, A/C
unit etc.) and parallel to the ground with the two holes on the
side of the antenna are facing down.
► To mount antenna to a pole: Attach bracket end
of antenna to pole bracket as pictured. Use U-Bolt to
secure bracket to pole and fasten.
► To mount antenna to a flat surface: Attach bracket
end of antenna desired surface. Secure bracket using
provided screws. The of the U-Bolt is not necessary for
this option.
SECOND: Position the Base Unit
Assemble the Base Unit and Indoor Antenna and position the antenna vertically. This Base Unit
uses an omni-directional antenna that delivers signal in a circular pattern around the antenna. Place
the Base Unit in desired location – where you want to create a Cell Zone™ For the widest possible
signal area, it is recommended that you position the Base Unit near the middle of a room. The Base
Unit can be placed on a flat surface (e.g., a bookshelf, desk, end table, etc.) and performs best
when located at least 4 feet above the floor or approximately the height of a cell phone when it is
typically in use (avoid placing the Base Unit on the floor).
Keep the Base Unit at least 2 feet away from other cords, metal objects or other wireless devices
such as wireless routers or wireless access points. The zBoost TRIO performs best when there are
Setting Up Your zBoost Signal Booster
Note
Avoid placing the External Antenna near metal such as
wiring, A/C ducts, metal siding, truss plates, etc.
When connecting the cable to the antenna, run the
cable straight down from the antenna. Avoid draping
the coax near the antenna.
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