FCC Part 24 Transmitter Certification Test Report FCC ID: SO4YX510-PCS FCC Rule Part: CFR 47 Part 24 Subpart E ACS Report Number: 06-0291-24E Manufacturer: Wireless Extenders Equipment Type: PCS Bi-Directional Signal Booster Model: YX510-PCS Manual 5015 B.U.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide i FCC Information FCC ID: SO4YX500-CEL : SO4YX500-PCS :SO4YX510 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.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide ii Read First Before Installing Your zBoost Product Before unpacking this box, verify that your phone operates on the frequency band supported by this product. - The YX500-CEL will enhance your in-building coverage for local provider networks operating at the 800MHz (Cellular) frequency. - The YX500-PCS will enhance your in-building coverage for local provider networks operating at the 1900MHz (PCS) frequency.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Safety and Product Warranty Information Safety Guidelines Please adhere to the following safety guidelines during the installation of your Product 1) In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to radiofrequency fields, the radiating element (antenna) shall be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20cm) is maintained between the radiating element and the user and/or general population.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide iv Outdoor Installation of the Signal Antenna Grounding the Signal Antenna If you decide to install the Signal Antenna outdoors, it must be properly grounded. This will help protect your property against lightning strikes during a lightning storm. The installation must be in accordance with Article 810 of the National Electric Code (NEC). A listed antenna discharge unit must be provided for the lead-in coaxial cable per NEC article 8.10.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 1 Read First Before Installing Your zBoost YX500/510 Series Product ii Safety and Product Warranty Information iii Safety Guidelines iii Limited Liability iii Customer Support iii Outdoor Installation of the Signal Antenna iv Grounding the Signal Antenna iv Securing Cable with a Drip Loop iv Package Contents 2 Accessories - To improve your coverage 4 zBoost YX500/510 Series Product Overview 5 Why Indoor Signals Can be Weak Preparing to
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 2 Package Contents Before you begin, make sure all of the following parts came with your kit: Quantity Part # Description 1 1 DMAN-0003 DMAN-0009 Before Unpacking Sheet (PCS only) Installation Tips (CEL only) 2 1 DMAN-0013 Installation Tips (CEL and Dual Band only) 3 1 DMAN-0016 Installation Overview Poster 4 1 DMAN-0015 YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 5 1 APRD-0003 APRD-0009 APRD-0001 APRD-0008 APRD-0007 YX500-CEL Base Unit (800Mh
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Figure 1 – Package Contents *Note: The satellite coaxial cable provided for YX500-PCS is 50’ 3
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 4 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. To order, call 1-800-871-1612 or visit, www.Wi-Ex.com.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 5 zBoost 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. Like a skylight that brings sunlight into your home, zBoost transports and amplifies the outdoor cellular (800 MHz, or 1900 MHz) signals into your home or office.
6 Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Preparing to Install zBoost Check for Signal Strength Before installing zBoost in your home, make sure that you can place calls on the outside of your home or in the attic or at roof level where you will install the signal antenna. The zBoost Series can only bring cell phone signals into your home if cell phone signals are reaching the outside of your home, your attic or at roof level.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 7 Figure 3 – zBoost Base Unit Coverage Location of Signal Antenna and Base Unit Antenna It is recommended that the Signal Antenna and Base Unit Antenna have approximately 15 feet of vertical separation. If the antennas are too close together, the Install light on the Base Unit will be lit or flash red indicating a problem (See Troubleshooting section). Place the Signal Antenna as high as possible to capture the best signal.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 8 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.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 9 Better Performance: Outside of a window Locate a window where you get signal. 1. Mount the Signal Antenna outside of the window 2. Place the Base Unit across the room (15 feet away) where you want to create a Cell Zone™. 3. Attach the coax cable to the Signal Antenna. 4. Run the coax cable from the Signal Antenna through the window to the Base Unit using a window entry kit (optional). 5.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 10 4. 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: If you need to adjust the Signal Antenna after securing it to the bracket, insert a small flat-head screwdriver on each side of the bracket bridge. Pushing down on the bridge grips will allow you to slide the bridge off each tab.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 11 Running the Coaxial Cable to the Base Unit After installing the Signal Antenna and connecting the coaxial cable, run it to the location in your home where you plan to install the Base Unit. It is highly recommended that you refrain from securing your cable, drilling any holes, etc. until you complete and test the installation of the Base Unit.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 12 4) From the attic, gently pull up the string until the coaxial cable can be grasped. 5) Connect the coaxial cable to the Signal Antenna. Figure 6 - Base Unit with Power Cord and Cable Connectors 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.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 4) 13 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. The Base Unit should be a minimum distance of 4-5 feet off from the floor so there is clearance for the Base Unit antenna extension.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 14 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. Coverage in adjoining rooms (next to, above, or below) will be reduced due to the walls or the ceiling/floor.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 15 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.
16 Power Light Flashing AMBER or Flashing GREEN Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Install Light Flashing Red Signal Light Flashing RED Condition System is receiving signals from either the cell phone or the cell tower which are too strong for proper operation. This may be due to improper installation or operation. Remove power for 10 seconds and reconnect power to reset error. If the error persists, contact Wi-Ex Customer Service for additional information or installation assistance.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 17 YX510-PCS-CEL Technical Specifications (Dual Band Unit) Frequency Networks: Total Signal Gain: RF Output Power: Base Unit Weight: Base Unit Size: AC Power Input: DC Power Output: FCC ID: Industry Canada ID: Patents pending 824 - 896 MHz 1850 - 1900 MHz CDMA, GSM, EDGE, TDMA, AMPS, EV-DO 55 dB CEL, 62 PCS dB (Adaptive) ½ Watt EiRP (with included antenna) 15 oz. 5” x 7” x 2” 100 – 240 VAC, 47 – 63Hz 3.6 VDC, 2.
18 Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide Frequently Asked Questions For more FAQ’s, visit our website: www.wi-ex.com What can I expect my cell phone signal range and strength to be inside my home or office? The closer you are to the base, the stronger the signal. This will vary with different conditions. Some of the conditions that will affect the improved coverage area are signal strength outdoors, the type of walls in the home, the placement of the unit and proximity to cellular towers.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 19 proper isolation between the 2 antennas; otherwise, it will detect feedback or noise and will automatically shut down. Is a cellular phone signal booster the same as a wireless router; will it help my WiFi signal? The Wi-Ex unit will not help your WiFi service. This unit is designed to work with wireless PCS and Cellular phones and devices. The WIFI in your home or office uses a different frequency.
20 Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 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.
Wi-Ex zBoost YX500/510 Series Installation Guide 21 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.
22 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. Before requesting repair service… PLEASE CHECK THE TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION OF THE GUIDE. This may save you a call. To Get Warranty Service… Warranty service will be provided by Wi-Ex.
