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Page 1: ...zBoost YX520 International User Guide 30 day money back guarantee and 2 year manufacturer warranty Register your zBoost product at www Wi Ex com DMAN 0023 Rev A ZBOOST YX520 INTER ...

Page 2: ...ed remedy Because some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty last or the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages the above limitations may not apply to you For full warranty guidelines see page 17 Safety and Product Warranty Information Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Wi Ex could void the user s author...

Page 3: ...fy that your mobile phone will work in conjunction with the model purchased please follow these four simple steps 1 Unpack the Base Unit Base Unit Aerial and power supply 2 Connect the Base Unit Arial to the Base Unit Choose the correct power adaptor for your geographical location and attach to the power supply Connect the power supply to the Base Unit and plug into an outlet The signal light shou...

Page 4: ...emove power for 10 seconds and reconnect power after relocating the aerial If condition persists after relocating Signal Aerial or Base Unit contact Wi Ex Customer Support for additional information on setup Solid RED System is receiving signals from either the mobile phone or the cell tower which are too strong for proper operation This may be due to improper setup or operation The Base Unit is d...

Page 5: ...contact Wi Ex Customer Support for ional information on setup m is receiving signals from either the mobile e or the cell tower which are too strong for r operation This may be due to improper or operation The Base Unit is disabled ve power for 10 seconds and reconnect r to reset system If the condition persists ct Wi Ex Customer Support for additional ation on setup Unit is disabled Call Wi Ex Cu...

Page 6: ...al Ceiling option for Base Unit Aerial 2 dBi X X X X YX030 15W 15 ft Outdoor coax extension low loss RG 6 X X X X YX030 35W 35 ft Outdoor coax extension cable low loss RG 6 X X X YX031 10W 10 ft Indoor coax extension cable for Base Unit Aerial X X X X YX030 08W 8 white window entry flat cable Optional zBoost Accessories ZBOOST YX520 INTER About zBoost from Wi Ex Copyright Notice Trademarks Safety ...

Page 7: ...i Trademarks i Safety and Product Warranty Information i Limited Liability i Read First Before Setting Up Your zBoost ii zBoost Base Unit Light Indicators iii Package Contents zBoost YX520i iv Optional zBoost Accessories v Table of Content 1 Overview 2 Why Indoor Signals Can Be Weak 2 Preparing to Set Up Your zBoost Product 3 Tools Needed 3 Check for Signal Strength 3 Determine the Needed Coverage...

Page 8: ...ilable at your location 2 Obstructions Caused by Buildings Terrain and Trees Mobile phone signals can be completely blocked or reflected by buildings walls trees hills and other terrain features resulting in low signal strength FIGURE 2 Mobile Phone Signal Obstructions ZBOOST YX520 INTE Mobile phone phone to pho depending on of the phone update every typically indic THE BEST INDI RELIABLY PLA Tool...

Page 9: ...CALLS Tools Needed The following tools are needed to set up zBoost Philips screwdriver Mobile phone operating in the band supported by your zBoost unit Drill may be required for outdoor or attic aerial 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 S...

Page 10: ...zing the horizontal separation between the two aerials is advised See page 6 Setting Up Your zBoost Product for additional information ZBOOST YX520 INTE The zBoost YX 520i the provided power void the warranty a equipment is not CE Additional Cable Requirements If the distance between the Signal Aerial and th to purchase additional coaxial cable for a total c RG 6 coaxial cable and F connectors whi...

Page 11: ... 23 meters unless you also purchase an upgraded Signal Aerial see page vi A longer cable is helpful only if it allows you to place the Signal Aerial in a location where you measure stronger signal Grounding the Signal Aerial If you decide to place the Signal Aerial outdoors it must be properly grounded The set up must be in accordance with electrical codes and standards applicable to your area A l...

Page 12: ...Base Unit Aerial to the Base Unit and position it vertically 7 Choose the appropriate power supply option for your location connect the Power Supply to the Base Unit and plug into a power outlet NOTE If a red light appears try further separating the Signal Aerial and Base Unit or see the Troubleshooting section Page 12 for further information Easiest Set Up Place the Signal Aerial inside by a wind...

Page 13: ...tside of the window 3 Place the Base Unit in desired location where you want to create a Cell Zone 5 meters of vertical separation between the Base Unit and Signal Aerial is recommended 4 Attach the coaxial cable to the Signal Aerial 5 Run the coaxial cable from the Signal Aerial through the window an optional window entry kit is available see page v and to the Base Unit 6 Attach the Base Unit Aer...

Page 14: ... the system has been tested 6 From the other end connect the coax cable it to the Base Unit 7 Connect the Base Unit Aerial to the Base Unit and position it vertically 8 Choose the appropriate power supply option for your location connect the Power Supply to the Base Unit and plug into a power outlet NOTE If a red light appears try further separating the Signal Aerial and Base Unit or see the Troub...

Page 15: ...e the Signal Aerial in attic or on roof P P o o w w e e r r S S u u p p p p l l y y B B a a s s e e U U n n i i t t A A e e r r i i a a l l P a g e 9 ZBOOST YX520 INTERNATIONAL USER GUIDE FIGURE 7 Placing the Signal Aerial on the Roof pictured or in the Attic More on Routing the Coaxial Cable Along side an Attic Pipe Locate a pipe that descends from the attic down to the desired location of the Ba...

Page 16: ...o register the signal coming from the Base Unit 5 If the number of bars shows improvement your zBoost unit is working properly Wall Mounting the Base Unit The Base Unit can also be easily mounted to a wall using the included mounting bracket hardware The Base Unit should be a minimum distance of 1 2 meters above the floor Perform the following steps to mount the Base Unit to a wall 1 Remove the mo...

Page 17: ...he tabs n figure 8 ing the included wall ceiling anchors ket ary from phone ely depending on of the phone update every 6 to indicates a 4x to HE ABILITY TO P a g e 1 1 ZBOOST YX520 INTERNATIONAL USER GUIDE Figure 8 Wall Mounting the Base Unit When your zBoost system is in place and fully connected you should walk throughout the room and see that you are able to reliably place calls Remember covera...

Page 18: ... condition persists after relocating Signal Aerial or Base Unit contact Wi Ex Customer Support for additional information on setup Solid RED System is receiving signals from either the mobile phone or the cell tower which are too strong for proper operation This may be due to improper setup or operation The Base Unit is disabled Remove power for 10 seconds and reconnect power to reset system If th...

Page 19: ... tower which are too strong for r operation This may be due to improper or operation The Base Unit is disabled ve power for 10 seconds and reconnect r to reset system If the condition persists ct Wi Ex Customer Support for additional ation on setup Unit is disabled Call Wi Ex Customer Support ur zBoost System P a g e 1 3 ZBOOST YX520 INTERNATIONAL USER GUIDE YX520i Technical Specifications Frequen...

Page 20: ...re the aerial is placed outdoors at a high point above ground The recommended method of grounding your aerial is by attaching the grounding wire provided with the grounding kit to a cold water pipe or a ground rod see page v for grounding kit Why isn t my mobile phone indicating more signal with more bars You may not observe that gain on your signal meter because of the signal spreading out from t...

Page 21: ...e place it vertically above the roofline or any other area round your home that has the greatest signal strength Note if you place the Signal Aerial too close to the Base Unit the system will shut down The signal light will blink red This is a normal condition for this scenario It means that you need to ensure that you have proper distance separation between the two aerials otherwise it will detec...

Page 22: ... on the original product expires the warranty on the replacement product also expires What is Excluded Your warranty does NOT cover Labor charges for set up of the unit Product replacement because of misuse accident lightning damage unauthorized repair or other cause not within the control of Wi Ex Incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product Some states or countries do not allow...

Page 23: ...ed difications ty Information P a g e 1 7 ZBOOST YX520 INTERNATIONAL USER GUIDE Make sure you keep Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase Attach it to this User Guide and keep both nearby Also keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return your product Before requesting repair service PLEASE CHECK THE TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION OF THE GUIDE T...

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