Wilson Electronics 271240SA Dual-Band Wireless Bidirectional Amplifier User Manual
Wilson Electronics, LLC Dual-Band Wireless Bidirectional Amplifier Users Manual
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SIGNALBOOSTTM
MOBILE PROFESSIONAL
Dual-Band Wireless
Cellular / PCS Amplifi er
with Built-in Antenna
Contents:
Guarantee and Warranty · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1
How it Works · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2
Install Diagrams - Vehicle · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3
Install Diagrams - In-Building · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 4
Vehicle Installation · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 5
In-Building Installation · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 6
Powering Up a Wilson Amplifi er · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 7
Understanding the Amplifi er Lights · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 7
Warnings and Recommendations · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8
About Wilson · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 9
Amplifi er Specifi cations · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 10
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.
!
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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 amplifi ers 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.
Amplifi ers may also be returned directly to the manufacturer at the consumer’s
expense, with a dated proof of purchase and a Returned Material Authorization
(RMA) number supplied by Wilson Electronics. Wilson shall, at its option, either
repair or replace the product. Wilson Electronics will pay for delivery of the repaired
or replaced product back to the original consumer.
This warranty does not apply to any amplifi ers determined by Wilson Electronics
to have been subjected to misuse, abuse, neglect, or mishandling that alters or
damages physical or electronic properties.
RMA numbers may be obtained by phoning Technical Support at 866-294-1660.
Disclaimer: The information provided by Wilson Electronics, Inc. is believed to
be complete and accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by Wilson
Electronics, Inc. for any business or personal losses arising from its use, or for
any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from
its use.
Copyright © 2008 Wilson Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of this device.
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Installation Instructions for the Following Wilson Amplifi er:
SIGNALBOOST MOBILE PROFESSIONAL Dual-Band Wireless Amplifi er
Part # 801240 Model # 271240
FCC ID: PWO271240SA IC: 4726A-271240SA
The term “IC” before the radio certifi cation number only signifi es that Industry Canada
technical specifi cations were met.
Inside this Package
How it Works
Your new Wilson amplifi er has been carefully engineered to signifi cantly improve the
performance of your cell phone or cellular data card in mobile and in-building applications.
Together with an outside antenna, the amplifi er’s state-of-the-art technology is designed
to increase your signal up to 6 times, reduce disconnects and dropouts, and increase data
communication rates needed for 3G technologies.
The outside antenna will collect the cell tower signal and send it through the cable to the
amplifi er. The signal is then boosted and sent through the built-in inside antenna. Your cell
phone or data card then communicates with the improved signal. When the cell phone or
data card transmits, the signal goes through the inside antenna, is boosted by the amplifi er
and broadcast back to the cell tower through the outside antenna.
Wilson Electronics manufactures a wide variety of outside antennas to help you customize
your amplifi er for your specifi c application. Several are shown below. See your dealer or visit
www.wilsonelectronics.com.
Wireless
amplifi er
NMO
Mount
Dual-Band
Trucker
Mount
Dual-Band
Marine
Antenna
Dual-Band
USB power
cable
Cigarette lighter
power supply with
USB connection
Magnet-
mount
antenna
Mini Magnet-
mount
antenna
(certain kits)
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3
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Exterior antenna
communicates with
cell site.
Amplifier powered through
vehicle cigarette lighter or
USB port of laptop
computer.
POWER TO
AMPLIFIER
Amplifier boosts
signal to and from
cell site.
2
Mobile
Professional
Amplifier
USB Power Cable
Outside
Antenna
(mounted
on vehicle)
Cigarette lighter
power supply Laptop USB Port
Before Getting Started
This guide will help you properly install Wilson’s SIGNALBOOSTTM Mobile Professional Dual-
Band Wireless Cellular/PCS Amplifi er. 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. If you do not understand the instructions in full,
seek professional help, or contact Wilson Technical Support at 866-294-1660.
Vehicle Installation
Installation Diagram - Vehicle
See detailed instructions on page 5
4
Mobile
Professional
Amplifier
USB Power Cable
Outside
Antenna
(mounted
on window)
AC power supply Laptop USB Port
In-Building Installation
Installation Diagram - In-Building
See detailed instructions on page 6
An in-building accessory kit is available from Wilson Electronics. It includes the window
bracket antenna mount, and AC adapter, and a convenient travel case.
Warning: The outside antenna must
have a separation of at least 8 inches from all
persons during normal operation.
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5
Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna on a Vehicle
To receive the best cell signal, select a location in the center of the vehicle’s roof 12 inches
away from any other antennas and free of obstructions.
Follow the specifi c antenna installation instructions included with the outside antenna (sold
separately except for certain kits).
The outside antenna must be installed
vertically. Signal performance will be
degraded if the antenna is not vertical.
The antenna cable may be run through the
door to the amplifi er.
For a more professional-looking installation,
the antenna cable may be run under the
door seal. Carefully pull down the door
seal. Run the cable through the seal
and push the seal back into place. This
prevents constant wear and tear on the
cable as the door opens and closes.
Optional Magnet-
Mount Antenna
Shown
Carefully
Pull Down
Door Seal
Run Cable
Under
Seal
Warning: The outside antenna must
have a separation of at least 8 inches from all
persons during normal operation.
!
The Wilson Mobile Professional Amplifi er is
designed for installation on the dashboard
of your vehicle, using the supplied adhesive
bracket. Attach the bracket in a suitable
location to the right of the steering wheel.
NOTE: Be sure to select a location for
the amplifi er that does not inhibit your
ability to operate the vehicle safely.
Once you have installed the bracket,
attach the Mobile Professional Amplifi er by
aligning the hole on the back with the hook
on the bracket. Grasping the sides of the
amplifi er, slide it downward approximately
¼ inch into place.
Run the cable from the outside antenna
and attach it to the SMA connector
labeled “antenna” on the amplifi er.
Be sure that the cable does not
interfere with your ability to
operate the vehicle safely.
Attaching the Antenna
Installing a Wilson Mobile Professional Amplifi er in a Vehicle
Warning: The amplifi er must be placed
so that a separation distance of at least 8
inches is maintained from all persons during
normal operation.
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Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna in a Building
Follow the specifi c antenna instructions included with the outside antenna (sold separately
except for certain kits). These instructions assume that you are using a Wilson magnet-mount
or mini magnet-mount antenna and the optional suction-cup window bracket.
To receive the best signal, select a window on the side of your building where your outside
signal is the strongest.
Attach the suction-cup bracket to the inside
of a window so that the cable will reach
the amplifi er location. Place the bracket as
high on the window as possible for best
performance.
Once the bracket is in place, attach the
magnet base of the antenna to the fl at
surface of the bracket. Note: the antenna
must be installed vertically. Signal
performance will be degraded if the
antenna is not vertical.
Warning: The outside antenna must
have a separation of at least 8 inches from all
persons during normal operation.
!
The Wilson Mobile Professional Amplifi er
may be placed in any convenient indoor
location, such as a desk or tabletop. The
closer the cell phone or laptop data card
is to the amplifi er (with its built-in inside
antenna), the better will be its performance.
Attaching the Antenna
Once you have selected the location for
the amplifi er, run the cable from the outside
antenna and attach it to the SMA connector
labeled “antenna” on the amplifi er. Note:
the amplifi er and the outside antenna must
have a minimum separation of 5 feet to
prevent oscillation.
Installing the Wilson Mobile Professional Amplifi er in a Building
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Powering up the Wilson Mobile Professional Amplifi er
In a Vehicle
Make sure the outside antenna cable is
connected before powering up the amplifi er.
Connect the mini-USB plug on the power
cable to the amplifi er port marked by the
USB symbol. Connect the other end of the
power cable to the USB port on the cigarette
lighter adapter and insert the adapter into the
cigarette lighter outlet of your vehicle. (If you
are using a laptop to power your amplifi er,
insert the other end of the power cable into
a USB port on the laptop and power up the
Carefully insert the USB power cable.
IMPORTANT: Do not power up the amplifi er
unless the outside antenna cable is attached
to amplifi er. Warning: Use only Wilson cigarette
lighter or AC adapters
!
Understanding the Amplifi er Lights
If the light turns red, oscillation is occurring and the amplifi er has powered down. The
outside antenna needs to be moved farther from the built-in antenna in the amplifi er. In a
vehicle installation, move the outside antenna on the roof of the car to the rear of the car,
but at least 8-12 inches from the rear or side windows. In a building installation, move the
amplifi er farther from the outside antenna. Remove power from the amplifi er and reinstall
power - this resets the amplifi er.
If the light is now green, the oscillation has stopped and the amplifi er is working. If the red
light is still on, move the antenna farther away and repeat the process.
In a vehicle, always use a magnet-mount or roof-mount antenna. Do not use a glass-
mount antenna, as oscillation may cause continuous shut-down of the amplifi er.
An amber light indicates overload from the cell site. The amplifi er has
temporarily shut down and will automatically reset approximately 1,000 feet
or more from the cell site.
The amplifi er may remain on all the time.
However, leaving the amplifi er on in a
vehicle when it is not running can discharge
the battery in a day or two.
A good option is to power the amplifi er
through the ignition switch so the amplifi er
is turned on and off with the vehicle.
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In a Building
Make sure the outside antenna cable is
connected before powering up the amplifi er.
Connect the mini-USB plug on the AC
adapter cable to the amplifi er port marked
by the USB symbol. Connect the other end
of the cable to a standard AC power outlet.
(If you are using a computer to power your
amplifi er, use the supplied USB cable.)
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Warnings and Recommendations
Warning: Do not plug the amplifi er directly into the cell phone or cellular
data card using an antenna adapter. It will damage the cell
phone or cellular data card.
Warning: Do not plug in the DC power supply until the outside antenna
cable is attached to the amplifi er.
Warning: RF Safety: The amplifi er with its built-in antenna must be
installed with a separation of at least 8 inches from all persons
and must not be located in conjunction with any other antenna or
amplifi er.
Warning: RF Safety: 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 amplifi er. All
roof-mount antennas should be centrally located on the roof of
the vehicle. Use of this cellular amplifi er with an antenna gain
higher than 6.12 dBi is in violation of FCC regulations for which
the offender is fully liable. All Wilson mobile antennas are 6.12
dBi or less.
Separation of inside and outside antennas is very important. In a vehicle,
the metal roof acts as a barrier and helps shield the two antennas from
each other, preventing oscillation.
If the vehicle has a sunroof, it is important to separate the inside and outside antennas
by at least fi ve feet. This prevents the amplifi er from overloading or oscillating.
Distance between antennas
through a sunroof must be
5 feet or more.
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About Wilson Electronics
Wilson Electronics, Inc. has been a leader in the wireless communications
industry for nearly 40 years. The company designs and manufactures amplifi ers,
antennas and related components that signifi cantly improve cellular telephone
signal reception and transmission in a wide variety of applications, both mobile
and in-building.
With extensive experience in antenna and amplifi er research and design, the
company’s engineering team uses a state-of-the-art testing laboratory, including
an anechoic chamber and network analyzers, to fi ne-tune antenna designs and
performance. For its amplifi ers, Wilson uses a double-shielded RF enclosure and
cell site simulators for compliance testing.
All products are engineered and assembled in the company’s 50,000-square-foot
headquarters in St. George, Utah. Wilson has product dealers in all 50 states as
well as in countries all over the world.
Wilson® Electronics, Inc.
Phone: 866-294-1660 www.wilsonelectronics.com Fax: 435-656-2432
Part #110543 - Amplifi er Instructions Mobile Professional (FCC)-004 / 04.22.08
Amplifi er Specifi cations
Dual Band
800/1900 MHz Specifi cations
Model Number / Part Number 271240/801240
Connector SMA Female
Impedance (input/output) 50 ohms
Dimensions 5.2 X 2.7 X 1.2 inch or 13.2 X 6.9 X 3.1 cm
Weight 3 oz or 83 Grams
Frequency 824-894 MHz / 1850-1990 MHz
1Passband Gain (nominal)
800 MHz uplink 40 dB (typical) / 46 dB (maximum)
800 MHz downlink 42 dB (typical) / 49 dB (maximum)
1900 MHz uplink 44 dB (typical) / 50 dB (maximum)
1900 MHz downlink 43 dB (typical) / 50 dB (maximum)
220 dB Bandwidth (nominal)
800 MHz (uplink/downlink) 47 MHz / 45 MHz (maximum)
1900 MHz (uplink/downlink) 101 MHz / 87 MHz (maximum)
Power output for single cell phone (uplink) 800 MHz 1900 MHz
CDMA 24.6 dBm 21.8 dBm
GSM 25.2 dBm 20.8 dBm
EDGE 25.3 dBm 21.8 dBm
WCDMA 23.0 dBm 20.9 dBm
4Power output (uplink) for multiple
cell phones: Number of
cell phones
Maximum Power3
800 MHz 1900 MHz
2 21.4 dBm 18.9 dBm
3 17.9 dBm 15.4 dBm
4 15.4 dBm 12.9 dBm
5 13.5 dBm 11.0 dBm
6 11.9 dBm 9.4 dBm
Power output for single received channel (downlink) 800 MHz 1900 MHz
CDMA 12.9 dBm 11.1 dBm
GSM 12.1 dBm 11.0 dBm
EDGE 12.0 dBm 10.8 dBm
WCDMA 10.3 dBm 11.5 dBm
4Power output for multiple received
channels (downlink). The maximum
power is reduced by the number of
channels: Number of
channels
Maximum Power3
800 MHz 1900 MHz
2 10.5 dBm 8.7 dBm
3 7.0 dBm 5.1 dBm
4 4.5 dBm 2.6 dBm
5 2.5 dBm 0.7 dBm
6 0.9 dBm -0.9 dBm
Noise Figure (typical) 3 dB nominal
Isolation > 90 dB
Power Requirements 5 - 8 V DC, 0.5A
Notes:
1. Nominal gain is the maximum gain at any frequency in the passband.
2. Nominal bandwidth is the difference between two frequencies that are adjacent to the passband where the amplifi cation is 20 dB
lower than the passband amplifi cation. One of the frequencies is lower than the passband and the other is higher.
3. The Manufacturer’s rated output power of this equipment is for single carrier operation. For situations when multiple carrier
signals are present, the rating would have to be reduced by 3.5 dB, especially where the output signal is re-radiated and can
cause interference to adjacent band users. This power reduction is to be by means of input power or gain reduction and not by
an attenuator at the output of the device.
4. The maximum power for 2 or more simultaneous signals will be reduced by 6 dB every time the number of signals is doubled.
