Wi-Ex zBoost z-Force YX240 Installation Overview

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 amplifies 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 Amplifier Cradle and Moun ng Adhesive
② Exterior Magne c Mount Antenna with 10 Cable
③ 12v DC Cigare e Power Adapter with 3
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 Amplifier Cradle -
mount the zBoost Cradle. Choose a loca on with a flat surface where Velcro can be applied.
Avoid placing behind any metallic objects. Do not make contact with any metal surface.
Posi on Amplifier 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 -
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
Amplifier 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 -
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 Amplifier LED -
NOTE: This product uses an auto-shut-off 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
no ce a decrease in signal bar strength. The excep on is if you are in an area where, with the system off, 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 difference. In order for this quick test to work, you will
need to test unit in a less than maximum signal strength area.
Exterior Magnetic
②
Mount Antenna
zBOOST ZFORCE YX240 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency
Band supported
System Gain
Networks
Output Power
Power Source
System Cer fica ons
Base Unit Size and Weight
Opera ng Condi ons
This product uses patented technology to protect the carrier network (US 7,706,744);
addi onal patents pending
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Cable - OR -
Choose the loca on within your vehicle to
Posi on Exterior Magne c
Connect DC Power Adapter to the zBoost Cradle using the
The lighted area on the zBoost Amplifier Cradle indicates the condi on of the system. Review LED Indicator sec on below.
- Place your cell phone in the zBoost Cradle. Check signal strength bars. Next, turn the system off (unplug unit). You should
zForce Cradle
Amplifier
Gooseneck
(optional)
PCS band
Uplink: 1850-1910 MHz
Downlink: 1930-1990 MHz
A, D, B, E, F, C
up to 35dB
CDMA, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, EVDO, 1xRTT, UMTS, HSPA, 3G
DL: +0dBm UL: +21dBm
12V adapter
FCC Parts 15 & 24 (PCS), Parts 15 & 22 (CEL), Industry Canada
4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9" – 20 oz.
5 - 50°C (40 - 122° F)
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①
① ①
④ ④ ④ ④ ④
Power Adapter
③ ③ ③ ③ ③
(CLA)
Cellular band
Uplink: 824-849 MHz
Downlink: 869-894 MHz
A, B, A', B'
up to 43dB
② ③
zBoost Amplifier Cradle
USB Power
Connec on
12 v Adapter
LED INDICATORS
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.
FCC ID: SO4YX240-PCS-CEL
IC: 5544A-YX240PCSCEL
④
OR OR OR OR
Exterior Antenna
②
①
LED Indicator
④
Gooseneck Adapter
③
DMAN-0046 Rev A