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Contents:

Guarantee and Warranty · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1

Before Getting Started / How it Works · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3

Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna - In-Vehicle · · · · · · 4

Installing a Wilson Ampliﬁ er - In-Vehicle · · · · · · · · · · · · 5

Installing a Wilson External Adapter - In-Vehicle · · · · · · 6

Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna - In-Building · · · · · 7

Installing a Wilson Ampliﬁ er - In-Building · · · · · · · · · · · · 7

Installing a Wilson External Adapter - In-Building · · · · · 8

Powering Up a Wilson Ampliﬁ er · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 9

Warnings and Recommendations · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 10

Ampliﬁ er Speciﬁ cations · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Back Cover

Wilson

Electronics, Inc.

Warning: This manual contains

important safety and operating information.

Please read and follow the instructions

in this manual. Failure to do so could be

hazardous and result in damage to your

ampliﬁ er.

Summary of content (12 pages)

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Amplifier Installation stallat stallatio Guide Direct Connection High Power iDEN Amplifier 900 MHz Band Contents: Guarantee and Warranty · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1 Before Getting Started / How it Works · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3 Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna - In-Vehicle · · · · · · 4 Installing a Wilson Amplifier - In-Vehicle · · · · · · · · · · · · 5 Installing a Wilson External Adapter - In-Vehicle · · · · · · 6 Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna - In-Building · · · ·
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30-Day Money-Back Guarantee All Wilson Electronics products are protected by Wilson’s 30-day money-back guarantee. If for any reason the performance of any product is not acceptable, simply return the product directly to the reseller with a dated proof of purchase. 1-Year Warranty Wilson Electronics amplifiers are warranted for one (1) year against defects in workmanship and / or materials. Warranty cases may be resolved by returning the product directly to the reseller with a dated proof of purchase.
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Installation Instructions for the Following Wilson Amplifier Direct Connection High Power iDEN Amplifier – Model #2B4121, Part #814121 Designed specifically for the iDEN 900 MHz band. FCC ID: PWO2B4121SD IC: 4726A-2B4121SD The term “IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
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Before Getting Started This guide will help you properly install Wilson’s direct connection amplifiers in both in-vehicle and in-building applications. It is important to read through all of the installation steps for your particular application prior to installing any equipment. Read through the instructions, visualize where all the equipment will need to be installed and do a soft installation before mounting any equipment.
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In-Vehicle Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna To receive the best cell signal, select a location in the center of the vehicle’s roof at least 12 inches away from any other antennas and free of obstructions. Follow the specific antenna installation instructions included with the outside antenna (sold separately). The outside antenna must be installed vertically. Signal performance will be degraded if the antenna is not vertical.
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In-Vehicle Installing a Wilson Amplifier Select a location to install the amplifier that is away from excessive heat, direct sunlight, moisture and that has proper ventilation. Recommended installation locations for in-vehicle are: • Under the seat • In the trunk • Under the dash Run the cable from the outside antenna and attach it to the FME-Male connector labeled “outside antenna” on the amplifier.
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In-Vehicle Installing a Wilson External Adapter An 18-inch external adapter is required to connect the cell phone or cellular data card to the amplifier. The external adapter is cell phone/data card-specific and may be purchased through a local retailer. Refer to Wilson’s Adapter Guide to identify the right adapter for your cell phone or cellular data card. The adapter guide is available through a local retailer or visit www.wilsonelectronics.com.
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In-Building Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna – In-Building Select a location on the roof of the building to install the outside antenna that has the most unobstructed line of sight to the cell tower. Follow the specific antenna installation instructions included with the outside antenna. Lightning protection is recommended for all in-building installations. Take extreme care to ensure neither you nor the antenna come in contact with any electrical power lines.
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In-Building Installing a Wilson External Adapter An 18-inch external adapter is required to connect the cell phone or cellular data card to the amplifier. The external adapter is cell phone/data card-specific and may be purchased through a local retailer. Refer to Wilson’s Adapter Guide to identify the right adapter for your cell phone or cellular data card. The adapter guide is available through a local retailer or visit www.wilsonelectronics.com.
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Powering up a Wilson Amplifier ! Warning: Verify that both the outside antenna and the adapter extension cable are connected to the amplifier before powering up the amplifier. For in-vehicle, first connect the power cable to the amplifier input marked “DC 12 V IN” and then insert the large end into a 12 V DC power socket or cigarette lighter outlet. Carefully insert the power cable.
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Warnings and Recommendations Warning: Verify that both the outside antenna and the adapter extension cable are connected to the amplifier before powering up the amplifier. Warning: RF Safety: In-vehicle - The outside antenna must be installed with a separation of at least 8 inches from any of the vehicle’s occupants or nearby persons and must not be located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or amplifier. Use of this cellular amplifier with an antenna gain higher than 5.
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Amplifier Specifications iDEN 900 MHz Specifications 2B4121 FME-Male 50 Ohms 5.5 x 4.3 x 1.41 inch (14.0 x 10.8 x 3.5 cm) 1.32 lbs (0.60 kg) Model Number Connectors Impedance (input/output) Dimensions Weight Frequency Uplink Downlink 1 Passband Gain (nominal) 2 20 dB Bandwidth (nominal) 896 - 901 MHz 935 - 940 MHz 20 dB Uplink Downlink 66 MHz (Maximum) 53 MHz (Maximum) ³Power output for single iDEN cell phone (uplink) +36.7 dBm Power output for single iDEN received channel (downlink) +8.