zBoost SOHO ZB545 Setup Overview

Package Contents
zBoost Base Unit
Indoor Antenna Coax Cable
RG-6, 50 ft.
External Antenna External Antenna
Power Supply
Mounting Hardware (comes in 2 pieces)
Setting Up Your zBoost ® Signal Booster
Designed for single-family homes, zBoost cell phone signal boosters extend a Cell
Zone for multiple devices, such as iPhone , Android™ and Samsung
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and 1900 MHz frequency bands. zBoost boosts signal coverage up to 2,500 sq. ft. –
perfect for your home.
Boost voice and data transmission and increase call clarity in 4 easy steps:
STEP 1: Mount the External Antenna. Choose a location for the antenna using your cell
phone to determine the area of strongest signal. The coverage your zBoost booster
provides is largely determined by the strength of signal received by the External Antenna.
Before installing, please note the following important factors in determining your zBoost
performance:
• At least 15 vertical feet is needed between the External Antenna (receives the outside
signal) and the Indoor Antenna (rebroadcasts the signal indoors). Separation less than 15
vertical feet will result in decreased performance.
• Keep the External Antenna at least 3 feet above any metal such as wiring, A/C ducts,
truss plates, etc. When attaching the cable to the antenna, run the cable straight down
from the antenna. Avoid draping the coax near the antenna.
Choose one of the following options for placement of the External Antenna, keeping
in mind that if your best signal is one bar, your coverage will be limited to one
small room.
To maximize signal coverage, place the External Antenna where you find the strongest
signal (up high or outside) and at least 3 feet above any metal.
IMPORTANT: Incorrectly mounting the External Antenna to the mounting bracket (see
figure A) will decrease performance. Ensure that the External Antenna is properly
positioned in the mounting bracket as pictured in figure B.
To mount antenna to a non-metal pole: Attach bottom of antenna to pole bracket
highest elevation
Adequate Performance Best Performance (Recommended)
Place External Antenna on roof or in attic
Place External Antenna outside of window
SETUP OVERVIEW
Download the zBoost SOHO ZB545 Manual at www.zBoost.com/Support
as pictured. Use U-Bolt to secure bracket to pole and fasten.
To mount antenna to a flat surface: Attach bottom of antenna to pole bracket
SETUP OVERVIEW
as pictured. Secure bracket to desired surface using provided screws. Use of
the Saddle and U-Bolt are not necessary for this option.
Setup Overview
STEP 2: Place the zBoost Base Unit where you want to create a Cell Zone
Connect the Indoor Antenna to the Base Unit and place it where you need signal. For the
widest possible signal area, position the Base Unit near the middle of a room. You may
also mount it on an interior wall by first removing the bracket, screwing the bracket to a
wall (screws not included), then snapping the Base Unit back in place keeping the Indoor
Antenna vertical. The Base Unit uses an omni-directional Indoor Antenna that delivers
signal in a circular pattern around the antenna.
zBoost requires at least 15 feet of vertical separation between the Base Unit and the
External Antenna. Generally, increasing this distance (up to 40 feet) will increase the
performance and decreasing the distance will limit the performance.
operating on 800
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Keep the Base Unit off the floor and at least 2 feet away from other cords, metal objects
or other wireless devices such as wireless routers or wireless access points. The zBoost
performs best when there are no obstructions between the zBoost Base Unit and your
mobile device.
STEP 3: Run the provided coaxial cable between the Base Unit and External
Antenna. Connect one end of the cable to the External Antenna and the remaining end
to the Base Unit. Should additional cable length be needed, 15 ft. extensions
(Part YX030-15w) are available at www.zBoost.com. Note: Cable runs longer than 60 ft.
are not recommended for RG-6, unless upgraded to RG-11. RG-11 can be run up to
120 ft.
STEP 4: Connect the zBoost Base Unit to the provided power supply and plug into
a power outlet. When your zBoost system is in place and fully connected, walk
throughout your home and verify that you are able to reliably place calls. If the signal
strength has improved, your zBoost is working. Remember, coverage varies based on
outdoor signal level, home construction, and antenna placement. Coverage in adjoining
rooms (next to, above, or below) will be reduced by walls and ceiling/floors.
Upon initial power up, the LED will cycle RED, GREEN and ORANGE for 30 seconds.
After 30 seconds, a series of GREEN flashes will indicate the quality of your setup.
Figure A
Antenna at
(15 feet above
Base Unit)
Pole Bracket
Figure B
External Antenna
Indoor Antenna
Saddle
U-Bolt
zBoost Base Unit
Following this, a solid GREEN light indicates normal conditions. If it is not solid GREEN,
follow the instructions in the Base Unit LED Indicators section. Adjustments may be
needed to optimize performance. If you find the increased signal coverage is acceptable,
however, no additional adjustments are needed. See the LED chart for more information.
. Should you desire to improve coverage:
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• Relocate the External Antenna to capture a better signal – higher is better.
• Increase the distance between the Indoor Antenna and the External Antenna.
• Purchase an upgrade antenna at www.zBoost.com.
Base Unit LED Indicators
During Initial Power Up
Light Status Solution
Mode
Cycle System is N/A
RED, powering
GREEN, up. Please
ORANGE allow up to
30 seconds.
Flashing BASE UNIT will 1. Unplug the BASE UNIT power supply.
GREEN flash GREEN
2. Relocate the EXTERNAL ANTENNA to pick up the
once for every
strongest signal from your wireless carrier.
2 dB less than
3. Move the EXTERNAL ANTENNA as far away from the
optimal system
gain. Three INDOOR ANTENNA as possible, with at least 15 ft. of
flashes or less
vertical separation (height difference).
indicates the
4. Plug the BASE UNIT power supply back in.
system will
5. Wait 30 secs. for the BASE UNIT to power cycle on.
still operate
properly.
After Initial Power Up
Light Status Solution
Mode
SOLID zBoost is N/A
GREEN ready.
Flashing zBoost is N/A
GREEN in use.
SOLID EXTERNAL 1. Unplug the BASE UNIT power supply.
ORANGE ANTENNA
2. Move the EXTERNAL ANTENNA as far away from the
and INDOOR
INDOOR ANTENNA as possible, with at least 15 ft. of
ANTENNA
vertical separation (height difference).
are too close
Coaxial Cable
together. 3. Plug the BASE UNIT power supply back in.
4. Wait 30 secs. for the BASE UNIT to power cycle on.
SOLID Signal from the 1. Unplug the BASE UNIT power supply.
RED carrier's cell
2. Relocate the EXTERNAL ANTENNA to another spot.
tower is too
3. If you have a directional antenna re-aim it to reduce
strong for the
carrier signal strength.
BASE UNIT
to operate 4. Plug the BASE UNIT power supply back in.
properly.
5. Wait 30 secs. for the BASE UNIT to power cycle on.
Flashing Excessive ^ Refer to Solution #2
RED electronic
noise in the
Power Supply
system – the
BASE UNIT will
not operate.
zBoost
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SOHO ZB545
DMAN-0061 Rev 32014