Wireless Extenders zBoost YX500 Series Installation Manual

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FCC Information
FCC ID: SO4YX500-CEL
: SO4YX500-PCS
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. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in the residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Reorient or relocate the receiving Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or a professional installer for help.
Copyright Notice
This manual is copyrighted. All rights reserved. This manual, whole or in part, may not be
copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-
readable form for distribution. This manual, whole or in part, may not be modified without prior
consent, in writing, from Wireless Extenders.
Copyright © 2006 by Wireless Extenders, Inc.
Trademarks
Wireless Extenders, Wi-Ex, the Wi-Ex logo, zBoost, the zBoost logo, Extending Cell Zones
and Wireless Where You Want It are registered trademarks of Wireless Extenders, Inc.
iDEN is a registered trademark of Motorola.
Nextel is a registered trademark of Nextel Communications Corp.
Industry Canada Regulations
Canada IC :5544A-YX500CEL
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Cet appareillage numérique de la classe [B] répond à toutes les exigences de
l'interférence canadienne causant des règlements d'équipement. L'opération est
sujette aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif peut ne pas causer
l'interférence nocive, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter n'importe quelle interférence
reçue, y compris l'interférence qui peut causer l'opération peu désirée.
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  • Page 1 Copyright © 2006 by Wireless Extenders, Inc. Trademarks Wireless Extenders, Wi-Ex, the Wi-Ex logo, zBoost, the zBoost logo, Extending Cell Zones and Wireless Where You Want It are registered trademarks of Wireless Extenders, Inc. iDEN is a registered trademark of Motorola.
  • Page 2 1900MHz (PCS) frequency. The YX510-PCS-CEL will work for both Cellular and PCS frequencies. (NOTE) The YX500 Series is not compatible with iDEN, Nextel, SMR or ESMR frequency services. To verify that your phone will work in conjunction with the model purchased, please follow these four simple steps: Unpack the Base Unit, Base Unit Antenna and power supply only.
  • Page 3: Limited Liability

    Limited Liability In no event shall Wireless Extenders be liable for any direct, indirect, special, punitive, incidental, exemplary or consequential damages, or any damages, whether in an action under contract, negligence, or any other theory, arising out of or in connection with the installation of, use of, inability to use, or performance of the information, services, products, and materials available from this manual.
  • Page 4: Outdoor Installation Of The Signal Antenna

    Choosing to mount the antenna into fascia will not compromise your roof and places the antenna higher above ground level. Note: The zBoost YX500/510 Series is fully automatic. The Install, Signal, and Power lights on the Base Unit are not buttons.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Read First Before Installing Your zBoost YX500/510 Series Product Safety and Product Warranty Information Safety Guidelines Limited Liability Customer Support Outdoor Installation of the Signal Antenna Grounding the Signal Antenna Securing Cable with a Drip Loop...
  • Page 6: Package Contents

    Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Package Contents Before you begin, make sure all of the following parts came with your kit: Quantity Part # Description DMAN-0003 Before Unpacking Sheet (PCS only) DMAN-0009 Installation Tips (CEL only) DMAN-0013 Installation Tips (CEL and Dual Band only)
  • Page 7 Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Figure 1 – Package Contents Note: The satellite coaxial cable provided for YX500-PCS is 50’ wpsantennas.com (877) 594-5766...
  • Page 8: Accessories To Improve Your Coverage

    Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Accessories to Improve Your Coverage The following accessories are also available to improve signal reception and provide increased coverage in your home or office or to improve installation. Please see our website for more accessories.
  • Page 9: Zboost Yx500/510 Series Product Overview

    Product Overview Overview Thank you for selecting a Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Product. You will now be able to use your cell phone INSIDE your home or office. Gone are the days when you have to go to the window upstairs or walk outside to get enough signal.
  • Page 10: Preparing To Install The Zboost Yx500/510 Series

    Determine the Needed Coverage Area Identify the location in your home/office where you need signal coverage the most. The YX500/510 Series can cover approximately 2500 square feet (coverage varies based on outdoor signal level, building construction, and general installation care). Walls, ceilings or floors will reduce the coverage area.
  • Page 11: Location Of Signal Antenna And Base Unit Antenna

    Additional Cable Requirements If the distance between the Signal Antenna and the Base Unit exceeds 35 feet (YX500-PCS) or 50 feet (YX500-CEL or YX510-PCS-CEL), you will need to purchase additional coaxial cable. You must use RG-6 coaxial cable and F connectors which are rated for outdoor satellite TV use and can be found at many home improvement and electronic stores.
  • Page 12: Installation Tools Needed

    Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Warning: The zBoost YX500/510 Series base unit MUST only be used with the provided power adaptor. Use of other power adaptors will void the warranty and may damage the unit. Use of other equipment is not FCC approved.
  • Page 13 Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Better Performance : Outside of a window Locate a window where you get signal. Mount the Signal Antenna outside of the window Place the Base Unit across the room (15 feet away) where you want to create a Cell Zone™.
  • Page 14 Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Unroll the RG6 coaxial cable supplied with your zBoost Series kit removing any loops or kinks and attach to the base of the Signal Antenna. Figure 4 – Signal Antenna and Mounting Bracket Note:...
  • Page 15: Running The Coaxial Cable To The Base Unit

    Additional Cable Requirements If the distance between the Signal Antenna and the Base Unit exceeds 35 feet (YX500-PCS) or 50 feet (YX500-CEL or YX510-PCS-CEL), you will need to purchase additional coaxial cable. You must use RG-6 coaxial cable and F connectors which are rated for outdoor satellite TV use and can be found at many home improvement and electronic stores.
  • Page 16: Installing The Base Unit

    For the widest possible signal reception, it recommended that you install the YX500 Series Base Unit near the middle of a room or on an interior wall. This Base Unit uses an omni-directional antenna which delivers the signal in a circular pattern around the antenna.
  • Page 17 Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Attach the power supply to the Base Unit and plug the power supply into an outlet. See the Troubleshooting section if a Red light is lit Wall Mounting the Base Unit The Base Unit can also be easily mounted on a wall using the included mounting bracket hardware.
  • Page 18: Confirm That The Zboost Yx500/510 Series Is Working Properly

    Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Improving Your Coverage Area 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, building construction, and general installation care.
  • Page 19: Improving Your Coverage Area

    Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Troubleshooting Your zBoost System Base Unit Indicator Operation In most cases, problems with zBoost can be diagnosed using the Base Unit’s LED indicators. Please note that for YX510, GREEN indicates CEL band operation and AMBER indicates PCS band operation.
  • Page 20: Yx500-Cel Technical Specifications

    Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Power Install Signal Condition Light Light Light Flashing Flashing Flashing System is receiving signals from either the AMBER cell phone or the cell tower which are too strong for proper operation. This may be Flashing due to improper installation or operation.
  • Page 21: Yx510-Pcs-Cel Technical Specifications (Dual Band Unit)

    Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide YX510-PCS-CEL Technical Specifications (Dual Band Unit) Frequency 824 - 896 MHz 1850 - 1900 MHz Networks: CDMA, GSM, EDGE, TDMA, AMPS, EV-DO Total Signal Gain: 55 dB CEL, 62 PCS dB (Adaptive) RF Output Power: ½...
  • Page 22: Frequently Asked Questions

    The choice of which unit to purchase is determined by the frequency on which your carrier is operating. However in many areas, carriers operate on both Cellular and PCS frequencies. When this occurs, we find that the YX500-CEL is most often the best choice. Of course, if it happens that your phone is indeed working on the PCS frequencies, we will swap units with you for free.
  • Page 23 2008. Why isn’t my cell phone indicating more signal with more bars? Our YX500-PCS product has a total gain (antenna to antenna) of 58 dB. The YX500-CEL has 56 dB. You will not observe that gain on your signal meter because of the signal spreading out from the antenna.
  • Page 24 Will you be developing a zBoost that is compatible with my Nextel phone? Due to the FCC restructuring of the Nextel and Public Safety frequencies, we have postponed development of the YX500-NEX unit until this transition is completed. Can I use my existing RG-59 cable to install my unit? To answer your question, the cable that is currently in the wall is most likely a cable we refer to as RG-59.
  • Page 25: Warranty Information

    Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Limited 1 Year Warranty Wi-Ex warrants every Wi-Ex product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the warranty period of one year. Who Is Covered? You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase.
  • Page 26 Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Make sure you keep… Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase. Attach it to this User Guide and keep both nearby. Also keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return your product.

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