30-day money back guarantee when purchased directly from ® zBoost. If product is purchased from a reseller or third party, the purchaser is subject to the policies of the third party. 2 Year manufacturer warranty Warranty registration at www.zBoost.com...
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PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® FCC Requirements This is a CONSUMER Device. BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS DEVICE with your wireless provider and have your provider’s consent. Most wireless providers consent to the use of signal boosters. AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon and 90 additional carriers have already given consent for all consumers to use this device.
FCC Information FCC ID: SO4ZB570-PCS-CEL Warning: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by zBoost could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® Package Contents Before you begin, make sure all of the following parts came with your zBoost ZBC745 Item Description ① Setup Overview zBoost Base Unit ② Base Unit Power Supply ③ ④ RG-6 coax, 15 ft.
PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® Optional zBoost Accessories The following accessories are authorized for this zBoost product. Please see our website for complete selection. To order, call 1-800-871-1612 or visit, www.zBoost.com Broadcast Antennas - Indoor CANT-0032 Indoor Broadcast Antenna, Omni Whip Direct to Booster, Black, CEL-PCS (1 dBi)
Optional zBoost Accessories ....................... v Table of Contents .......................... 1 Overview............................2 Why Indoor Signals Can Be Weak ....................2 Preparing to Set Up Your zBoost Product .................. 3 Tools Needed ..........................3 Check for Signal Strength ......................3 Cable Requirements........................4 Grounding the Directional External Antennas ................
® Overview Thank you for choosing zBoost! You will now be able to use your cell phone INSIDE your home. Gone are the days when you had to go to the window upstairs or walk outside to use your cell phone.
Check for Signal Strength Before placing a zBoost in your home, make sure that you can place calls on the outside of your home, in the attic, at roof level or wherever you plan to place the External Antennas. zBoost can only bring signal into your home when signal reaches the External Antennas.
PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® Before installing, please note the following important factors in determining your zBoost performance: • At least 15 vertical feet is needed between the External Antennas (receives the outside signal) and the Indoor Antenna (rebroadcasts the signal indoors). Separation less than 15 vertical feet will result in decreased performance.
(not provided). Outdoor J-pole Antenna Mounting Bracket, YX014 is available at www.zBoost.com. Loosely connect the antenna to the mast to allow the antenna to be reoriented for strongest signal. Take special care in aiming the External Antennas in the direction of best signal.
PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® NOTE: The zBoost PRO 10K ZBC745 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 zBoost performance. 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.
PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® The zBoost PRO 10K ZBC745 includes 2 coax cables, 50 ft. for External Antenna and 15 ft. for Indoor Antenna. Connect one end of the 50 ft. cable to the base of the External Antenna. Run the coaxial cable along a descending pipe or through a wall that leads closest to the location of the Base Unit.
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PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® as you rotate the External Antenna to the optimum direction. If it is reading too high, move the phone farther from the Indoor Antenna. Record the number of signal bars or dBm________(A) on your cell phone. You can use our YX699 RF Signal Meter or an application on a smart phone to get the dBm.
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PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® Cell Tower External Antennas Signal Combiner 15 ft. of Vertical Separation Coax Cable Indoor Antenna Base Unit Power Supply...
PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® Confirm That Your zBoost is Working Properly With everything connected and the Base Unit plugged in, you should walk throughout the room and see that you are able to reliably place calls. Remember, coverage varies based on outdoor signal level, home construction, and general installation care.
PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® Base Unit Light Indicators During Initial Power Up Light Mode Status Solution Cycle RED, System is GREEN, powering up. ORANGE Please allow up to 30 seconds. Flashing BASE UNIT will Unplug the BASE UNIT power supply.
PRO 10K ZBC745 Manual ® Technical Specifications Product Specifications for zBoost PRO 10K ZBC745 PCS band Frequency Uplink: 1850 to 1910 MHz Downlink: 1930 to 1990 MHz System Gain 84 dB PCS band supported A, D, B, E, F, C...
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 External Antenna, your coverage will be limited to one or two rooms. You could improve that with an upgraded antenna.
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Where is the best place to put my zBoost External Antenna? The zBoost signal antenna should be placed at the highest point in your house in order to “catch” the strongest signal. This location could be in the attic or on the roof. The placement of the External Antenna is very important.
The “de-kitting” and sale as a standalone product of any one or more components of such a product kit is in violation of zBoost’ warranty. No “de-kitted” product will be eligible for return for any reason. The sale of separate, not-kitted cable, antennas and other accessories is allowed and fully...
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If still solid red, call customer support 1-800-871-1612. To get warranty service… Warranty service will be provided by zBoost. If you believe you need service for your unit, contact zBoost at 1-800-871-1612 or support@zBoost.com. A representative will go through a diagnostic checklist with you.
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