zBoost z-Force® YX240 Installa on Overview
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Designed for consumers, the Wi-Ex® cell phone signal booster, z-Force, extends an in-vehicle Cell Zone. The dual band unit captures the signal outside of your
car and ampli
fi
es it on the inside for a stronger “hands-free” signal. The unit incorporates a cradle and works with both 1900 MHz and 800 MHz phones – (not
Nextel/iDEN, 4G or 2100 MHz). Installa on is easy - this package includes everything you need.
Package Contents
①
zBoost
Ampli
fi
er Cradle and Moun ng Adhesive
②
Exterior
Magne c Mount Antenna with 10 Cable
③
12v DC Cigare e Power Adapter with 3 Cable - OR -
④
Gooseneck
Adapter
Note:
If your z-Force product includes the op onal Gooseneck Adapter (
④
),
begin your installa on on
Step 2.
Otherwise, with the standard CLA (
③
), begin
on
Step 1. To purchase the Gooseneck Adapter, visit www.Wi-Ex.com.
WARNING!
Use only the provided power adapter. The use of any other power adapter or cable will harm the system and void your warranty. Before installing,
please read the en re contents.
Installa on
Step 1. Posi on zBoost Ampli
fi
er Cradle
-
Choose the loca on within your vehicle to
mount the zBoost Cradle. Choose a loca on with a
fl
at surface where Velcro can be applied.
Avoid placing behind any metallic objects. Do not make contact with any metal surface.
Posi on Ampli
fi
er Unit within 3 feet reach of power source. Clean the area where the
moun ng adhesive will be applied. Allow to dry. Peel backing to expose the adhesive and
press onto the desired loca on. Remove the backing from the remaining side and press the
zBoost Cradle into place.
Step 2. Posi on Exterior Magne c Mount Antenna
-
Posi on Exterior Magne c
Mount Antenna on roof of vehicle, making sure magnet is secured to metal surface. Thread
the cable from exterior to the interior of the vehicle. Connect the cable connector to the
Ampli
fi
er Cradle Unit.
NOTE: The cord running from exterior to interior of vehicle is designed to withstand
pressure when closed in door.
Step 3. Connect DC Power
-
Connect DC Power Adapter to the zBoost Cradle using the
provided cable or, if you are using a Gooseneck Adapter, by snapping the back of the cradle
onto the Gooseneck. Then connect to power source within vehicle.
NOTE: The le side of the z-Force Cradle features a USB power connec on so that you can
charge your cell phone while using this product.
Step 4. Examine Ampli
fi
er LED
-
The lighted area on the zBoost Ampli
fi
er Cradle indicates the condi on of the system. Review LED Indicator sec on below.
NOTE: This product uses an auto-shut-o
ff
feature. When no movement is detected for 10 minutes, the unit will power down automa cally to avoid draining
your vehicle’s ba ery and will display a slow blinking green LED.
Step 5. Quick System Check
- Place your cell phone in the zBoost Cradle. Check signal strength bars. Next, turn the system o
ff
(unplug unit). You should
no ce a decrease in signal bar strength. The excep on is if you are in an area where, with the system o
ff
, your phone is at full signal strength. Please note
when you turn the system on, if your phone is receiving maximum signal strength you will not see a di
ff
erence. In order for this quick test to work, you will
need to test unit in a less than maximum signal strength area.
© 2011 Wi-Ex, Inc. Wi-Ex.com | One Meca Way, Norcross, GA 30093 | 1-800-871-1612
DMAN-0046 Rev A
FCC ID: SO4YX240-PCS-CEL
IC: 5544A-YX240PCSCEL
LED Status
Condi on
Solid Green
Normal opera on
Slow Blinking System has powered down a er sensing no
Green
movement for 10 minutes. Once movement
resumes, system will power up.
Blinking Red
System is experiencing Interference. This is
caused by inadequate distance between the
Cradle and Exterior Antenna. Resolve by
moving Exterior Antenna further back on the
vehicle.
Solid Red
Indicates issue with power adapter.
One possible cause is a loose power
connec on. Verify that the adapter is properly
secured in the socket.
Another possible cause is the use of an
incompa ble power adapter. Use only the
provided adapter and/or cable or risk harm to
your zForce system.
If you are using the adapter provided with
your zForce system, please contact customer
service for a replacement.
LED INDICATORS
PCS band
Cellular band
Uplink: 1850-1910 MHz
Downlink: 1930-1990 MHz
Uplink:
824-849 MHz
Downlink: 869-894
MHz
Band supported
up to 35dB
up to 43dB
A, D, B, E, F, C
A, B, A’, B’
CDMA, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, EVDO, 1xRTT, UMTS, HSPA, 3G
Output Power
Networks
Power Source
FCC Parts 15 & 24 (PCS), Parts 15 & 22 (CEL), Industry Canada
Base Unit Size and Weight
Opera ng Condi ons
Frequency
System Gain
System Cer
fi
ca ons
4.4” x 3.0” x 1.9” – 20 oz.
5 - 50°C (40 - 122° F)
This product uses patented technology to protect the carrier network (US 7,706,744);
addi onal patents pending
12V adapter
DL: +0dBm UL: +21dBm
zBOOST ZFORCE YX240 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
OR
OR
OR
OR
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③
②
①
④
④
③
③
②
①
③
③
③
④
④
④
Gooseneck
(optional)
①
Power Adapter
(CLA)
zForce Cradle
Amplifier
Exterior Magnetic
Mount Antenna
USB Power
Connec on
12 v Adapter
LED Indicator
Gooseneck Adapter
Exterior Antenna
zBoost Ampli
fi
er Cradle
④
③
②
①
