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Installing a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster
Select a location to install the Signal Booster that is away from excessive
heat, direct sunlight, moisture and that has proper ventilation. Do not
place the Signal Booster in an air-tight enclosure. Recommended
installation locations for in-building Signal Boosters are near a power
outlet and in a closet or on a shelf.
Note: It is important to have adequate air ventilation. Maintain at least 6
inches of clearance from surrounding objects.
Run the Outside Antenna cable to the Signal Booster and attach it to
the connector labeled "Outside Antenna" on the Signal Booster. Run the
Inside Antenna cable to the Signal Booster and attach it to the connector
labeled "Inside Antenna" on the Signal Booster.
Note: Wilson
Electronics recommends that all AC power supplies for
®
home electronics be plugged into a Surge Protector Power Strip.
Note: For distances of 20 feet or more, use Wilson low loss cable.
Note: Be careful when plugging the connector in so as not to damage
the center pins on the connectors.
Powering up a Wilson Electronics
Signal Booster
1. Never point the front of a directional Outside Antenna toward the Inside
Antenna. See Figures 1 & 2 on page 10.
2. Ensure that both the Outside Antenna cable and the Inside Antenna
cable are connected to the Signal Booster and the connections are
tight before powering up the Signal Booster.
3. Plug the 7-volt power supply into the Signal Booster input marked "7V
DC" (carefully, to avoid damaging the center pin) and then into a wall
outlet.
4. If the Signal Booster does not have a green light, please see pages
10 & 11.
5. Using multiple Signal Boosters in one installation could cause
interference to the cell tower.
6. Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at
866-294-1660 or email tech@wilsonelectronics.com. Technical Support
hours are 7 am to 6 pm MST.
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Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660
or email: tech@wilsonelectronics.com. Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MST.
Figure 1
CORRECT INSTALLATION
Point antennas away from each other
Outdoor
Inside Panel
Antenna
Antenna
Signal Booster
Understanding the Signal Booster Light and
Troubleshooting
During installation mode the Signal Booster is resetting itself very quickly
to aid the installer. The Signal Booster is equipped with one indicator
light. For the first 15 minutes that the Signal Booster is plugged in, it is
programmed for a test and alignment period. During this time, the light
will do one of the following 4 things:
Note: If after the initial 15 minutes you
are not done with the installation, the
Signal Booster can be reset and enter
installation mode again by disconnecting
and reconnecting the power supply from
the Signal Booster.
Note: This Signal Booster is supplied with
separate uplink (UL) and downlink (DL)
gain controls. If the UL gain is reduced,
it may be necessary to reduce the DL
gain control. Some cell systems require
a balanced gain in both UL and DL for
proper operation. Reducing DL gain will
reduce coverage in the building.
1. BLINKING GREEN
If the Signal Booster is blinking green, the Signal Booster is operating
properly. If you are happy with the coverage area in your building,
then you are done. Blinking will stop after the 15 minute installation
period. If you require increased coverage area, set both gain controls to
maximum.
Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660
or email: tech@wilsonelectronics.com. Hours: 7 am to 6 pm MST.
Figure 2
INCORRECT INSTALLATION
Never point antennas toward each other
Outdoor
Antenna
Inside Panel
Antenna
Signal Booster
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