
zBOOST
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SOHO DATABLAST™ UPGRADE USER GUIDE
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zBOOST
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SOHO DATABLAST™ UPGRADE USER GUIDE
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IMPORTANT: Before Installing, Note These Important Factors in Determining
Performance:
zBoost DataBlast 4G signal booster extends a 4G Data Zone™ for multiple users/ devices. The
zBoost DataBlast upgrade system boosts data speeds by up to 20 times when integrated with your
existing cellular signal boosting system.
Important: By joining two signal boosters to a single exterior antenna, signal could be
reduced by as much as 3dB.
1. Atleast15vertical feetisneededbetweentheSignalAntenna(receivestheoutsidesignal)
andtheBaseUnitAntenna(rebroadcaststhesignalindoors).Separationlessthan15vertical
feetwillresultindecreasedperformance.
Iftheantennasaretooclosetogether,thelightontheBaseUnitwillashRED,indicatinga
problem-seetheBaseUnitLightIndicatorssection(page10).Tocapturethebestsignal,place
theSignalAntennaashighaspossible.
2. PositiontheSignalAntennaverticallyandkeepitatleast3feetaboveanymetal.
Cable Requirements
Your existing RG-59 or RG-6 cable should not exceed 50 feet. If the cable length exceeds 50 feet, it
should be replaced with RG-11. RG-11 should not exceed 100 feet. See the chart below.
A longer cable is helpful only if it allows you to place the Signal Antenna in a location where you
measure stronger signal.
Cable Recommended Length
RG-59 mini Up to 50 feet
RG-6 Up to 50 feet
RG-11 Up to 100 feet
Grounding the Signal Antenna
If the Signal Antenna is placed outdoors, it must be properly grounded. (See page iv for a
recommended grounding kit).
The setup 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 8.10.20 or the
shield of the coaxial cable must be permanently and effectively grounded in accordance with NEC
article 8.10.21. Please consult a professional installer or electrician for more information
Securing Cable with a Drip Loop
If the Signal Antenna is placed outdoors,
create a drip loop with the coaxial cable at
the point where the cable enters the building
through an outside wall. This can be done by
twisting and securing the cable into a loop
(no less than 4” across) near the entry point.
This will help prevent moisture from gathering
at entry point and leaking into the building.
Consult a professional installer for more
information.
Power Requirements
The Base Unit can be plugged into a standard 2 or 3 prong 110 VAC receptacle using the included
power supply. The power supply consumes less than 10W (less than 0.2A).For more information on
power consumption, see “Technical Specications” on page 11.
Warning
The zBoost SOHO DataBlast 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.
Coax Cable
Exterior Wall
15’ of vertical
separation
15’ of vertical
separation
15’ of vertical
separation
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