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1. 4 gt oH oignal Booster Installation ee In Building Bae Wireless oes Smart Technology oignal Booster Contents Antenna Options and Accessories lu 1 Before Getting Started How It Works 2 Installation Overview llle 3 Installing a Wilson Electronics Outside Antenna 4 Installing a Wilson Electronics Inside Antenna 9 Installing a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster 6 Powering Up a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster 1 Understanding the Signal Booster Lights 8 10 Warnings and Recommendations 11 Factor ConyelrsionlS xa sua iduwerXWe3xesXGex yb 12 Distance Coverage Chart 200000 ee 13 Guarantee and Warranty 0000 eee 14 Signal Booster Specifications Back Cover Note This manual contains important safety and operating information Please read and follow the instructions in this manual Failure to do so could be hazardous and result in damage to your signal booster Wilsom Electronics Inc Installation Instructions for the Following Wilson Signal Boosters In Building Wireless Cellular Smart Technology 50 dB Signal Booster Model 801105 FCC ID PWO8011SB IC 4726A 8011SB In Building Wireless Cellular Smart Technology 60 dB Signal Booster Model 801106 Part 801108 Part 801110 FCC ID PWO8011SB IC 4726A 8011SB In Building Wireless PCS Sma2. 1930 Low Profile inside 3 dB 3 dB 3 dB Dual Band Panel inside 7 dB 7 dB 7 dB Dual Band Dome inside 2 dB 2 dB 2 dB Dual Polarity Dome inside 5 dB 5 dB 5 dB Yagi 806 939 MHz Cellular outside 13 dB 13 dB 13 dB Yagi 800 900 MHz Cellular outside 10 dB 10 dB 10 dB Yagi 1800 1900 MHz PCS outside 14 dB 14 dB 14 dB 20 RG 58 4 dB 4 dB dB 20 Wilson 400 3 dB 3 dB 4 dB 30 Wilson 400 3 dB 3 dB 5 dB 50 Wilson 400 4 dB 4 dB dB 100 Wilson 400 7 dB dB 10 dB 3 dB 3 dB 3 dB 6 10 dB 6 10 dB 6 10 dB Use the following formula to calculate your Signal Strength S Write in your numbers as appropriate Be sure to account for the length of all cable inside and out Add up the numbers for all taps and or splitters if you are not using any enter 0 Remember AG and AF will be positive numbers OSL CF TF SF and S will be negative OSL AG AF SF TF S Once you have calculated your signal strength use the graph on the following page to determine approximate coverage distance See below for a sample calculation Sample Signal Strength and Coverage Calculation This example assumes an OSL of 90 use of a 60 dB cellular signal booster an 806 939 MHz Yagi antenna and a low profile inside antenna with 100 total feet of inside and outside 9913 cable with no splitters or taps OSL 90 always a neg
3. B A BLINKING red light indicates a cell tower overload Move the outside antenna further away from the cell tower E a D When the D light is green the signal booster is working at proper gain level peak performance If light C is green but D is out an oscillation has been B detected and the signal booster is powering down To remedy this turn the outside antenna slightly away from the inside antenna until the D light turns green If light B is green and C and light D are off an oscillation has been detected and the signal booster is powering down To remedy this turn the outside antenna slightly away from the inside antenna until the D light turns green B If light A is solid red the signal booster has shut down to prevent an oscillation To remedy this turn the outside antenna slightly away from the cell tower The signal booster will reset automatically but may also be reset by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Warnings and Recommendations A Warning The Yagi antenna must always be located so the back or side points to the inside antenna Never point the front of the Yagi antenna toward the inside antenna oscillation will result causing amber light and gain reduction A Warning The outside antenna must be installed on
4. an outdoor permanent structure with a separation of at least 20 feet from all persons during normal operation A Warning Connecting the signal booster directly to the cell phone with use of an adapter will damage the cell phone a Warning Connect both the outside and inside antenna cables to the signal booster before powering up the signal booster A Warning Use only the power supply provided in this package Use of a non Wilson Electronics product may damage your equipment A Warning RF Safety An inside antenna must have a separation distance from all persons that is at least 12 inches for the 5 2 dBi dome antenna and 15 inches for the 7 dBi panel antenna Lightning protection is recommended for all in building installations Finding Signal Strength and Calculating Coverage Distance Signal strength and the corresponding coverage distance you can expect to achieve with your signal booster antenna system are based on a combination of several factors the received signal strength of your cell phone alone the signal gain achieved by your signal booster and antennas and the signal loss from cables taps and splitters you may be using To calculate your approximate signal coverage distance you can enter this information into our Coverage Area Calculator on the Technical Support page on our website www wilsonelectronics com If you prefer you can manually calculate your approximate signal coverage distance using the instructions on
5. required C amp D A signal may be split by using a splitter If using more than one inside antenna a separation of at least 20 feet is necessary between inside antennas Dome Antenna f Amplifier Panel Antenna El Splitter Connect the coax cable from the signal booster to the inside antenna For distances of 20 feet or more use Wilson 400 low loss coax cable to prevent significant signal loss A Warning An inside antenna must have a separation distance from all persons that is at least 12 inches for the 5 2 dBi dome antenna and 15 inches for the 7 dBi panel antenna Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Installing a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster Select a location to install the signal booster that is away from excessive heat direct sunlight moisture and that has proper ventilation Do not place the signal booster in an air tight enclosure Recommended installation locations for in building signal boosters are Ona wall Onthe ceiling Near a power outlet Run the outside antenna cable to the signal booster and attach it to the N Female connector labeled outside antenna on the signal booster Run the inside antenna cable to the signal booster and attach it to the N Female connector labeled inside antenna on the signal booster Note Be careful when plugging the connector in so
6. the Yagi antenna so that it is pointing away from the inside antenna Then reset the signal booster by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply 40 If the 40 light is green the signal booster is continuing to power down Try operating the cell phone farther away from the inside antenna If need be redirect the Yagi antenna so that it is pointing away from the inside antenna Then reset the signal booster by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply If the OSC light is solid red the signal booster has shut D down to prevent oscillation Try operating the cell phone farther away from the inside antenna Verify that the outside Yagi antenna is pointed away from the inside antenna and not across the roof of the building If need be redirect the Yagi antenna so that it is pointing away from the inside antenna Then reset the signal booster by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply y E 40 60 60 If the OSC light is blinking red the signal booster has shut NA down to prevent a receive overload Try moving the outside antenna further away from the cell tower Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Understanding the Signal Booster Lights If your signal booster has this light configuration refer to the instructions below SMART TECHNOLOGY r3 B Bs amp
7. this and the following two pages First measure the Outside Signal Level OSL at the intended outside antenna location using a cell phone in test mode For assistance visit the Phone Test Modes section on the Technical Support page on our website or call 866 294 1660 The OSL will always be a negative number Even if the cell phone shows a positive number you will need to change it to a negative for this calculation Maximum signal strength is usually about 50 When the signal weakens to about 100 or worse the call may be dropped Depending on the model your signal booster gain AG will be 50 60 or 65 dB see the label on your signal booster or the specification table on the back cover of this guide Your inside and outside antennas will also add signal gain again depending on the antenna models you are using see the table on page 13 You will also experience some signal oss from cables splitters and taps used to connect your system see the table on page 13 Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Factor Conversions Using the table below find and circle the appropriate decibel dB numbers that correspond to the equipment in your particular system Be sure to choose your numbers from the appropriate frequency column based on the service you receive iDEN Cellular or PCS iDEN 851 Cellular 869 PCS
8. 869 880 MHz 880 894 MHz 869 894 MHz ette Rma emm 00000 H9 oe In Building Wireless Signal booster Specifications IDEN PCS EGSM amp DCS Model Part iDEN iDEN PCS EGSM DCS Number 804005 804006 801306 801365 801506 801606 Frequency Uplink Downlink POC Din 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm uplink downlink Noise Figure 3 4 dB typical 4 dB typical 3 dB typical Flatness Isolation uplink downlink eU UM UN Input 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz 0 6 A Output 6 V DC 3A Connectors N Female 50 ohms Dimensions 5 6 x 3 6 x 1 7 inch 14 2 x 9 1 x 4 4 cm Weight 1 5 Ibs 0 7 kg Part 110434 Rev29 11 19 10
9. G The signal booster is equipped with sensitive electronics designed to detect signal booster oscillation or cell phone overload both of which can hamper signal booster performance The signal booster is designed to automatically reduce gain or if necessary shut down to prevent or compensate for these conditions Oscillation or overload can be caused by improper equipment installation understanding the signal booster lights will help you identify and solve potential problems When the signal booster is initially powered on the 65 light osc 45 will turn green This indicates the signal booster is working at the proper gain level If the 55 light is green an oscillation has been detected and oso 45 65 the signal booster is powering down Verify that the outside Yagi antenna is pointed away from the inside antenna and not across the roof of the building If need be redirect the Yagi antenna so that it is pointing away from the inside antenna Then reset the signal booster by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply If the 45 light is green the signal booster is continuing to oso 65 power down Try operating the cell phone farther away from the inside antenna If need be redirect the Yagi antenna so that it is pointing away from the inside antenna Then reset the signal booster by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply D 65 If the OSC light is solid red the signal booster has shut down to prevent o
10. NT Before connecting the power supply ensure that both the inside and outside antenna cables are connected Also ensure that all cell phones and cellular data cards within 50 feet of the inside antenna are turned off Plug in the supplied 6 volt power supply into the signal booster and then into a wall outlet power supply sold separately in 801175 STEP 5 Check the Signal Booster Lights The PWR light should be green indicating that the signal booster has power If all other lights are also green the signal booster is operating properly however if you do not have the desired signal coverage area refer to pages 5 6 9 and 10 Note if you are using an outdoor Yagi antenna it must be adjusted for maximum signal Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Installing a Wilson Electronics Outside Antenna Select a location on the roof of the building to install the outside antenna using a cell phone in test mode to find the strongest signal from the cell tower Cell Tower Sv Signal Yagi External Antenna A Warning Never point the front of the Yagi antenna toward the inside antenna oscillation will result causing amber light and gain reduction For test mode help visit www wilsonelectronics com or call Technical Support at 866 294 1660 Follow the specific antenna installation instructions included with
11. a are turned off 2 To verify proper installation of the signal booster and antennas make sure that the distance between the inside and outside antennas is a minimum of 50 feet for the 50 dB signal booster 68 feet of separation distance for the 60 dB PCS signal booster and 75 feet for the 60 dB cellular signal booster 3 If you are using an outside Yagi antenna never point the front of the Yagi toward the inside antenna 4 Ensure that both the outside antenna coax cable and the inside antenna coax cable are connected to the signal booster before powering up the signal booster 5 Plug the 6 volt power supply into the signal booster input marked power carefully to avoid damaging the center pin and then into a wall outlet In Building Wireless Cellular 65dB Amplifier 6600 a Warning Use only the power supply provided in this package Use of a non Wilson Electronics product may damage your equipment power supply sold separately in 801175 AN Warning Verify that both the outside antenna and the inside antenna are connected to the signal booster before powering up the signal booster NOTE The aluminum casing of a Wilson Electronics signal booster will adjust very quickly to the ambient temperature of its environment For example in the summer when the attic of a house can easily exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit the signal booster temperature may be 10 or more degrees higher The casing will be hot to the touch Such high te
12. as not to damage the center pins on the connectors Point Yagi antenna Antenna Separation away from inside is m Vv Antenna 1900 MHz Yagi Antenna Shown 50 feet minimum separation between inside and outside antenna for 50 dB cellular amplifier 68 feet for 60 dB PCS amplifier 75 feet for 60 dB cellular amplifier y TAY inside Antenna A A Optional Dome Antenna Shown Amplifier Supports Multiple Ly Users SIF 9 AC DC Power Supply Connect the outside antenna to the signal booster with Wilson 400 low loss coax cable available from Wilson Electronics Place the inside antenna in the center of the area needing the amplified signal It is important to have at least 50 feet of separation between the inside and outside antennas for the 50 dB signal boosters 68 feet of separation distance for the 60 dB PCS signal boosters and at least 75 feet of separation distance for the 60 dB cellular signal boosters AN Warning Connecting the signal booster directly to the cell phone with use of an adapter will damage the cell phone Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Powering up a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster 1 IMPORTANT Ensure that all cell phones and cellular data cards within 50 feet of the inside antenn
13. ative number found on cell phone in test mode AG 60 gain AF 16 dB gain 13 dB for the Yagi antenna and 3 dB for the low profile antenna CF dB loss SF 0 none used TF 0 none used Formula 90 60 16 7 0 0 21 With a signal strength of 21 coverage distance would be approximately 120 feet from the inside antenna Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST HLONAYLS TWNOIS 0S ZZ 88 022 LGL L6 y SONVLSIG jOVHdAOO NOILN1O0S VINNYOSA o N I o a PNE N OSL f SUOI oo eJ Jo suononujsqo Buipe leuis o1 enp eouejsip pejeoipur ay M O Jey se9 ye Woy Aea Aew abelano jenjyoe JnoA ILON 00c 00t 01 0 Sixe jeorueA Oy uo pejeorpur se 399j ul eouejsip eDe4jeAoo ejeulixoJdde jno euiuuejep ueuj ued noA ejeudoudde se aul ZHIN 0064 JO ZHIN 009 y UM SsjoesJejul 11 949uM o pJewdn euippu jeonJe jseJeeu y ojoj ueu Op 01 OL sixe e3uozuou eui uo 1equunu ujBueas eUBIS noA pul g ed uo uonej nojeo y ejejduioo no ueuM 0Sc L3 NI JONVLSIG 39V HAO2 00 e ZHN 006 lA HL EINEN 2 P bri or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST OSE oil il Yt ef LE tt La i ZHN 008 B JONVLISIG ADVAAAOD ONIGIING 3GISNI 00r Con
14. e output signal is re radiated and can cause interference to adjacent band users This power reduction is to be by means of input power or gain reduction and not by an attenuator at the output of the device Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device Disclaimer The information provided by Wilson Electronics Inc is believed to be complete and accurate However no responsibility is assumed by Wilson Electronics Inc for any business or personal losses arising from its use or for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from its use Copyright 2010 Wilson Electronics Inc All rights reserved amp Wilson Electronics Inc 3301 East Deseret Drive St George UT 84790 For additional Technical Support visit www wilsonelectronics com Phone 866 294 1660 Fax 435 656 2432 Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST In Building Wireless Signal Booster oecification M amp Cellular Model Part Cellular Cellular Cellular Cellular Cellular Number 801105 801175 801106 801108 801110 801165 Frequency Uplink 824 849 MHz 824 849 MHz 824 835 MHz 835 849 MHz 824 849 MHz Downlink 869 894 MHz 869 894 MHz
15. ide antenna amplified by the signal booster and broadcast back to the cell tower through the outside antenna Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Installation Overview The following steps provide a summary of the signal booster antenna installation process However they are not a substitute for the complete installation instructions on the following pages which you should read thoroughly Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Department with any questions at 866 294 1660 STEP 1 Install the Outside Antenna Mount the Yagi antenna so that it points toward the cell tower and away from where the inside antenna will be located Depending on your signal booster model the two antennas will need 50 75 feet of separation See illustrations on pages 5 and 7 STEP 2 Install the Inside Antenna Select a location in the center of where the signal needs to be amplified Refer to the instructions included with the inside antenna See illustration on page 6 to determine the inside antenna model that best meets your specific needs STEP 3 Install the Signal Booster Position the signal booster in a well ventilated location near a power outlet Attach the outside and inside antennas to the signal booster using Wilson 400 low loss coax cable available from Wilson Electronics STEP 4 Power up the Signal Booster IMPORTA
16. mperatures will not damage the signal booster nor do they pose a fire risk As recommended in these instructions install the signal booster in a location with adequate ventilation Keep the area free of items that could block air flow to the signal booster Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Understanding the Signal Booster Lights If your signal booster has this light configuration refer to the instructions below SMART TECHNO OGY The signal booster is equipped with sensitive electronics designed to detect signal booster oscillation or cell phone overload both of which can hamper signal booster performance The signal booster is designed to automatically reduce gain or if necessary shut down to prevent or compensate for these conditions Oscillation or overload can be caused by improper equipment installation understanding the signal booster lights will help you identify and solve potential problems When the signal booster is initially powered on the 60 light will osc 40 60 turn green This indicates the signal booster is working at the proper gain level 60 If the 50 light is green an oscillation has been detected and the signal booster is powering down Verify that the outside Yagi antenna is pointed away from the inside antenna and not across the roof of the building If need be redirect
17. rt Technology 60 dB Signal Booster Model 801306 FCC ID PWO8013SB IC 4726A 8013SB In Building Wireless iDEN Smart Technology 50 dB Signal Booster Model 804005 FCC ID PWO8040SB IC 4726A 8040SB In Building Wireless iDEN Smart Technology 60 dB Signal Booster Model 804006 FCC ID PWO8040SB IC 4726A 8040SB In Building Wireless 900 MHz Smart Technology 60 dB Signal Booster Model 801506 Model 801606 Model 801170 Model 801370 Not for sale in the U S and Canada The term IC before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met Antenna Options amp Accessories 13 dB 800 MHz Yagi Cellular Antenna 301111 1900 MHz Yagi PCS Antenna 301124 800 MHz Yagi Cellular Antenna 301129 Dual Band Panel Antenna 301135 Dual Polarity Dome Antenna 301123 Dual Band Dome Antenna 301121 Splitters Multiple splitters available Signal Booster Soft Cases Omni Directional Antenna 301201 Marine Antenna 301130 c TommoouU Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Before Getting Started This guide will help you properly install Wilson Electronics In Building Wireless Smart Technology Signal Boosters It is important to read through all of the installation steps for your particular application prior to installing an
18. sciallation Try operating the cell phone farther away from the inside antenna Verify that the outside Yagi antenna is pointed away from the inside antenna and not across the roof of the building If need be redirect the Yagi antenna so that it is pointing away from the inside antenna Then reset the signal booster by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply 4 If the OSC light is blinking red the signal booster has shut v 45 65 down to prevent a receive overload Try moving the outside antenna further away from the cell tower Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Understanding the Signal Booster Lights If your signal booster has this light configuration refer to the SMART Ro TECHNOLOGY instructions below 006000 The signal booster is equipped with sensitive electronics designed to detect signal booster oscillation or cell phone overload both of which can hamper signal booster performance The signal booster is designed to automatically reduce gain or if necessary shut down to prevent or compensate for these conditions Oscillation or overload can be caused by improper equipment installation understanding the signal booster lights will help you identify and solve potential problems D A D The power light will turn green when the signal booster is initially powered on
19. tact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 30 Day Money Back Guarantee All Wilson Electronics products are protected by Wilson Electronics 30 day money back guarantee If for any reason the performance of any product is not acceptable simply return the product directly to the reseller with a dated proof of purchase 1 Year Warranty Wilson Electronics signal boosters are warranted for one 1 year against defects in workmanship and or materials Warranty cases may be resolved by returning the product directly to the reseller with a dated proof of purchase Signal boosters may also be returned directly to the manufacturer at the consumer s expense with a dated proof of purchase and a Returned Material Authorization RMA number supplied by Wilson Electronics Wilson Electronics shall at its option either repair or replace the product Wilson Electronics will pay for delivery of the repaired or replaced product back to the original consumer within the continental United States This warranty does not apply to any signal boosters determined by Wilson Electronics to have been subjected to misuse abuse neglect or mishandling that alters or damages physical or electronic properties The Manufacturer s rated output power of this equipment is for single carrier operation For situations when multiple carrier signals are present the rating would have to be reduced by 3 5 dB especially where th
20. the outside antenna CORRECT Lightning protection is recommended for all in building installations Take extreme care to ensure neither you nor the antenna come in contact with any electrical power lines 4 Pointing toward A Yagi antenna must be installed cell tower horizontally with the elements vertical and the drip hole on the bottom Ensure there are three feet of clearance in all directions surrounding the antenna NOT CORRECT PUN Warning The outside antenna must be installed on an outdoor permanent structure with a separation of at least 20 feet from all persons during normal operation Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866 294 1660 or email tech wilsonelectronics com Hours 7 am to 6 pm MST Installing a Wilson Electronics Inside Antenna Select a suitable location for the inside antenna preferably in the center of where the signal needs to be amplified To determine signal strength and coverage distance refer to page 12 of this installation guide Follow the specific antenna installation instructions included with the inside antenna Wilson Electronics has several inside antenna options The dome and panel antennas are the most popular for in building applications For a square room a dome antenna will provide better coverage A For a rectangular room a panel antenna will provide better coverage B In some cases multiple inside antennas may be
21. y equipment Read through the instructions visualize where all the equipment will need to be installed and do a soft installation before mounting any equipment If you do not understand the instructions in full seek professional help or contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support at 866 294 1660 Inside this Package n building wireless signal booster AC DC 110 volt power supply In Building Wireless Cellular 65dB Amplifier 824 896 MHz e 6 60 In building wireless AC DC plug in power supply signal booster Sold separately in 801175 Additional Required Equipment sold separately Outside antenna Yagi recommended Inside dome panel or low profile antenna Antenna coax cable How it Works Wilson Electronics signal boosters are small portable bi directional devices that deliver service levels consistent with what would be expected in areas of high cell network coverage They amplify a weak or shadowed signal in mobile marine and in building applications When using a Wilson Electronics signal booster in conjunction with Wilson Electronics antennas the outside antenna will collect the cell tower signal and send it through the cable to the signal booster The signal is then amplified and broadcast from the inside antenna to the surrounding area Cell phones and cellular data cards in that area then communicate with the improved signal When a cell phone or cellular device transmits the signal is received by the ins
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