Warnings For The Yx240; Overview; Why Cell Phone Signals Can Be Weak - zBoost zForce YX240 User Manual

zBOOST® zFORCE YX240 USER GUIDE

Warnings for the YX240

• The YX240 complies with FCC regulations. Follow all guidelines and read this information completely
before beginning the installation procedure.
• Never operate the system in an unintended application.
• Only the provided power cable is to be used with the zBoost zForce system. Using any other power cable
will harm the system and void the warranty.
• Only the antennas provided with the zForce system may be used. Use of any other antenna could
adversely impact the performance of the system, cause damage to the unit and would void the warranty.
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Wi-Ex will void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Note
This product uses an auto-shut-off feature. When no
movement is detected for 10 minutes, the unit will power
down automatically to avoid draining your vehicle's
battery and will display a slow blinking green LED.
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zBOOST® zFORCE YX240 USER GUIDE
Thank you for choosing zBoost zForce® to boost signal in your vehicle. Like a skylight that
brings sunlight into your vehicle, zBoost® transports and amplifies the outdoor cellular signals
into your vehicle.
By following the easy instructions in this user guide, you will be Extending Cell Zones™ into
your vehicle.

Why Cell Phone Signals Can Be Weak

There are several obstacles that can contribute to the poor reception you receive in your vehicle:
Location of the Cell Phone Tower in Relation to Your Vehicle
While cell phone providers have tried to place cell phone towers to provide the best
overall coverage, local ordinances and terrain features can impose restrictions on where
these towers can be placed, thus, limiting the signal strength available at your location.
Obstructions Caused by Buildings, Terrain and Trees
Cell phone signals can be completely blocked or reflected by buildings, walls, trees, hills
and other terrain features resulting in low signal strength.
Energy Efficient Windows
These new windows can also affect signal penetration into the car.
Cell phone signal bars are approximate and vary from
phone to phone. The number of bars can fluctuate widely,
depending on the location of the phone, the position or
angle of the phone, weather, etc. Most cell phone signal
meters update every 6 to 10 seconds. An increase of only
one bar typically indicates a 4x to 10x signal increase.

Overview

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