Zboost Cradle Light Indicator; Technical Specifications; Frequently Asked Questions - zBoost zForce YX240 User Manual

zBOOST® zFORCE YX240 USER GUIDE

zBoost Cradle Light Indicator

LED Light Indicator
Solid GREEN Light Normal Operation
Slow Blinking GREEN Light System has powered down after sensing no movement for 10
minutes. Once movement resumes, system will power up.
Blinking RED Light 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 connection. Verify that the adapter is properly secured in
the socket.
Another possible cause is the use of an incompatible power
adapter. Use only the provided adapter and/or cable or risk harm
to your zForce.
If you are using the adapter provided with your zForce system,
please contact customer service for a replacement.

Technical Specifications

Product Specifications for zBoost® zForce YX240 – Dual Band
PCS Band
Frequency Uplink: 1850-1910 MHz
Downlink: 1930-1990 MHz
Band Supported A, D, B, E, F, C
System Gain Up to 20dB
Networks CDMA, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, EVDO, 1xRTT, UMTS, HSPA, 3G
Output Power DL: +0dBm
Power Source 12V adapter
System Certifications FCC Parts 15 & 24 (PCS), Parts 15 & 22 (CEL), Industry Canada
Base Unit Size and Weight 4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9" – 20 oz.
Cellular Band
Uplink: 824-849 MHz
Downlink: 869-894 MHz
A, B, A', B'
up to 27dB
UL: +22dBm
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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect my cell phone signal range and strength to be inside my car?
The closer you are to the Interior Patch Antenna, the stronger the signal. This will vary with different
conditions. Some of the conditions that will affect the improved coverage area are signal strength outdoors,
the type of building materials in the vehicle, the placement of the Interior Patch Antenna and the antenna's
proximity to cellular towers.
You can expect that your coverage will be improved inside your vehicle. You will be able to make calls where
you couldn't before. The degree of improvement will depend upon many factors. The intent of this zBoost®
product is to bring outside coverage inside the vehicle. Just as the signal bars move up and down when
outside, the boosted signal will fluctuate in a similar fashion.
Is a cellular phone signal booster the same as a wireless router; will it help my WiFi signal?
The Wi-Ex® unit will not help your WiFi service. This unit is designed to work with wireless PCS and
Cellular phones and devices. The WIFI in your home or office operates on a different frequency.
Is your product available for international use?
Yes, we have products that work on European frequencies. Our zBoost® YX520-I Dual band works on
900MHz and 1800Mhz.
We also sell zBoost® ONE YX400-U for UMTS/HSPA devices on the 2100MHz Frequency, a frequency
used for voice and data overseas.
Why isn't my cell phone indicating more signal with more bars?
You may not always observe more bars that gain on your signal meter because of the signal spreading out
from the antenna. If your phone has a dB meter, 3dB is a significant increase of 2x, 6dB is 4x, and 10dB is
10x. On a four bar phone, one "bar" equals about 10dB.
The increase in signal you will see depends upon:
• The level of signal at the Signal antenna (outdoor)
• The care of the antenna placement
• The signal already present inside the vehicle
• The distance of your phone/device from the Interior Patch Antenna (signal spreads or diminishes rapidly
with distance)
Does the zBoost® work if you have no bars?
No, if no signal is present outdoors zBoost® products will not work for you. Also, keep in mind if your best
signal is 1 bar at the Signal Antenna, your coverage will be limited.
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