zBOOST® YX545 SOHO USER GUIDE
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zBOOST® YX545 SOHO USER GUIDE
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Pole Bracket
Saddle
U-Bolt
Determine the Needed Coverage Area
Identify the location in your home/offi
ce where you need signal coverage the most. Th
e zBoost® YX545
SOHO can cover upto 2500 square feet (coverage varies based on outdoor signal level, building
construction, and placement of antennas). Walls, ceilings or fl oors will reduce the coverage area.
Determine the Location of Signal Antenna and Base Unit Antenna
It is recommended that the Signal Antenna and Base Unit Antenna have at least 15
feet of vertical separation.
If the antennas are too close together, the light on the Base Unit will fl ash red, indicating a problem see the
Light Indicators section (Page 12). To capture the best signal, place the Signal Antenna as high as possible
and position it vertically, keeping it at it at least 2 feet away from any metal.
Th
e location of the Signal Antenna should be at least 15 feet higher than the Base Unit Antenna. If this is
not possible, maximizing the horizontal separation between the 2 antennas is advised.
See page 6, Setting Up Your zBoost® Product, for additional information.
Avoid placing the Signal 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.
Additional Cable Requirements
If the distance between the Signal Antenna and the Base Unit exceeds 50 feet, extension cables are available
on our website or at many home improvement and electronic stores. Th
e included cable is RG59-mini. For
better performance, you may replace it with RG-6 cable for satellite TV.
Th
e total cable length should not exceed 70 feet unless you also purchase an upgraded signal antenna (see
page iv). A longer cable is helpful only if it allows you to place the Signal Antenna in a location where you
measure stronger signal.
Grounding the Signal Antenna
If you decide to place the Signal Antenna outdoors, it must be properly grounded. (See page iv for a
recommented grounding kit).
Th
e set up must be in accordance with Article 810 of the National Electric Code (NEC). A listed antenna
discharge unit must be provided for the lead-in coaxial cable per NEC article 8.10.20 or the shield of the
coaxial cable must be permanently and eff ectively grounded in accordance with NEC article 8.10.21. Please
consult a professional installer or electrician for more information. (See page iv).
Securing Cable with a Drip Loop
If you place the Signal Antenna outdoors, create a drip loop with the coaxial
cable at the point where the cable enters the building through an outside
wall. Th
is can be done by twisting and securing the cable into a loop (no less
than 4” across) near the entry point. Th
is will help prevent moisture from
gathering at entry point and leaking into the building. Consult a professional
installer if you need more information.
Power Requirements
Th
e Base Unit can be plugged into a standard 2 or 3 prong 110 VAC receptacle using the Included power
supply. Th
e power supply consumes less than 10W (less than 0.2A).
Th
e zBoost® YX545 SOHO 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.
Antenna Bracket Assembly
IMPORTANT:
Incorrectly mounting the Signal Antenna to the
mounting bracket (see fi gure A) will impede performance. Ensure that
the Signal Antenna is properly positioned in the mounting bracket as
pictured below.
To mount antenna to a pole:
Attach bottom of antenna to pole bracket
as pictured. Use U-Bolt to secure bracket to pole and fasten.
To mount antenna to a flat surface: A
ttach bottom of antenna to pole
bracket as pictured. Secure bracket to desired surface using provided
screws. Use of the Saddle and U-Bolt are not necessary for this option.
Figure A
Coax Cable
Exterior Wall
Note
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