Wilson Electronics 277380 SINGLE-BAND CHANNELIZED SIGNAL BOOSTER User Manual
Wilson Electronics, LLC SINGLE-BAND CHANNELIZED SIGNAL BOOSTER
User Manual
Contents:
Antenna Options & Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Quick Install Overview .......................................2
Installation Diagram .........................................3
Before Getting Started .......................................4
Finding the Strongest Signal ..................................5
Outside Antenna Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing the Inside Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Powering up a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster .................10
LCD, Uplink & Downlink Directions ............................11
Understanding the Signal Booster Light & LCD Screen ............12
Warnings and Recommendations .............................15
Guarantee & Warranty ......................................17
Specifications .................................... Back Cover
Note: 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 Signal
Booster.
Channelized
800 MHz & 1900 MHz
Adjustable Gain
In-Building Wireless Smart Technology ™
Signal Boosters
Appearance of device and accessories may vary.
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Installation Instructions for the Following Wilson
Electronic Signal Boosters:
Channelized 800 and 1900 MHz Adjustable Gain
In-Building Wireless Smart Technology ™ Signal Booster
Model # 277180 FCC ID: PWO277180 IC: 4726A-277180
Model # 277380 FCC ID: PWO277380 IC: 4726A-277380
The term “IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
How it Works
Wilson Electronics Signal Boosters are bi-directional devices that deliver
service levels consistent with what would be expected in areas of high
cell network coverage. They amplify a weak or shadowed signal in
mobile, M2M, marine and in-building applications. When using a Wilson
Electronics Signal Booster in conjunction with Wilson Electronics
antennas, the outside antenna will collect the cell tower signal and send
it through the cable to the Signal Booster. The signal is then amplified
and re-transmitted through the Inside Antenna into the room. Cell
phones and cellular data cards in that area then communicate with the
improved signal. When a cell phone or cellular device transmits, the
signal is received by the Inside Antenna, amplified by the Signal Booster
and transmitted back to the cell tower through the Outside Antenna.
Inside this Package
Signal
Booster
AC/DC
Power
Supply
(859912)
To purchase, call Wilson Electronics Sales Department at: 800-204-4104
Outdoor Antenna Options
Indoor Antenna Options & Accessories
1. 800 MHz Yagi Cellular Antenna (301129)
(Use with 807180)
2. 1900 MHz Yagi PCS Antenna (301124)
(Use with 807380)
3. Wide Band Directional Antenna 700 MHz -
2700 MHz (304411)
A. Wide-Band Panel Antenna 700-2700MHz
(multiple mounting options)
B. 50 Ohm Lightning Surge Protector N-Connector (859902)
(Splitter options on page 9)
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1
2
B
A
Note: Kits may contain different accessories
Appearance of device and accessories may vary.
We recommend using directional antennas with these Signal Boosters.
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Select a location to install the Signal Booster that is away from 1.
excessive heat, direct sunlight, moisture and has proper ventilation. Do
not place the Signal Booster in an air-tight enclosure.
Select a location on the roof of the building to install the Outside Antenna. 2.
Use a cell phone in test mode to find the strongest signal from the cell tower.
Refer to page 5. Visit
www.WilsonElectronics.com
to find the test mode
function for your particular cell phone.
Run the Outside Antenna cable to the Signal Booster and attach it to 3.
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. Refer to page 8 for more
information on running cable. Lightning Surge Protection is recommended
for all in-building installations refer to page 7.
Select a location for the Inside Antenna, preferably in the center of 4.
where the signal needs to be amplified. A minimum separation distance
of 20 vertical feet (within the null zone) or 50 horizontal feet is
necessary for proper operation. If the inside coverage is not sufficient
you may need as much as 75 feet of horizontal separation (refer to
installation diagram on pages 3 & 4).
Before powering up the Signal Booster, verify that both the Outside 5.
Antenna and the Inside Antenna are connected and check that all
connections are tight. Refer to page 9. Note: Be careful when plugging
the connectors in so as not to bend the center pins on the connectors.
Press yellow “CH Select” button to desired setting. Your channel will 6.
show on the LCD screen. Refer to pages 10-14.
The Signal Booster has been packaged with the gain control knobs 7.
adjusted to the highest gain position. If light is not green, please refer to
pages 10-14.
Quick Install Overview
See Installation Diagram on pages 3 & 4. Contact Wilson Electronics
Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660.
Warning: Connecting the Signal Booster directly to a cell phone with
use of an adapter will damage the cell phone and/or the
Signal Booster.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
It is very important to power your Signal Booster using a •
surge protected AC Power Strip with at least a 1000 Joule
rating.
Failure to do this will void your warranty in the • event of a
power surge or lightning strike.
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Typical Installation
Outside
Antenna
Inside Antenna
Installation Diagram
(Optional
second
antenna for
additional
coverage).
Power
Supply
Inside Antenna
Preferred Method: Place the Inside
Antenna in the ceiling facing down for
the best coverage.
Note: A Lightning Surge Protector is
recommended for all building installations
(sold separately). Make sure the protector
is installed in line between the Outside
Antenna and the Signal Booster.
Null Zone: The area under the
Outside Antenna, where the
Outside Antenna radiates the
least.
Note: The Inside Antenna may be
mounted on the wall directly under the
Outside Antenna, in the null zone, if
20 feet of vertical separation can be
maintained.
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Before Getting Started
This guide will help you properly install your Wilson Electronics Signal
Booster. 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.
Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support with any questions
at: 866-294-1660.
Signal
Booster
Lightning
Surge Protector
Splitter
(if using multiple
inside antennas)
(Optional
third antenna
for additional
coverage).
Inside Antenna
Surge Protector
Powerstrip
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Reasons for Weak Cellular Signals
Anyone who uses a cell phone or cellular data card knows the frustration
of not being able to connect to or maintain a strong cellular signal. When
this occurs, it is generally due to one of two reasons:
Location of the Nearest Cell Tower – Cell towers are situated to 1.
provide broad coverage; however, there are many areas in which
signal strength may be reduced by topographic features or by local
government restrictions on the height or placement of the towers
themselves. Rural areas generally have fewer cell towers than urban
regions.
Natural and Man-Made Obstructions – Signal strength can also 2.
be negatively affected by trees, hills, buildings, weather, and other
obstructions. You may be relatively close to a cell tower but still unable
to make a call. This often occurs in homes, offices and other buildings
in which stucco, concrete or metal walls may block the signal.
The Signal Booster works with two antennas. The Inside Antenna
communicates with your cell phone and the Outside Antenna communicates
with the cell tower. The Outside Antenna receives the cell tower signal and
sends it through the cable to the Signal Booster, where it is amplified and
transmitted through the Inside Antenna into the room. When the Inside
Antenna picks up a signal from your cellular device, the Signal Booster
amplifies that signal and transmits it through the cable, then through the
Outside Antenna and back to the cell tower.
Note: The Signal Booster will only operate if there is an adequate signal
to amplify.
Finding the Strongest Signal
When installing your Signal Booster’s Outside Antenna, aiming it towards
the best signal source from you service provider is important. The best
way of getting the strongest signal is to have one person on the roof to
rotate the Outside Antenna, which is connected to the Signal Booster.
Turning the Outside Antenna about 45 degrees at a time, while the
second person is watching the signal strength on the phone inside the
building. This allows you to read the signal strength from the cell tower.
It is preferable to have the phone in the test mode so the actual signal
strength can be read, as bars are not the most accurate. Go to
www.WilsonElectronics.com for help in finding the test mode for your
phone. Always make sure the person inside the building gives the signal
time to arrive and register on the phone (between 10-30 seconds for
phone to reset to the signal reading).
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Selecting a Direction for the Outside Antenna
Before selecting a location on the roof of the building to install the Outside
Antenna, refer to page 7 for additional instructions. Use a cell phone in test
mode to find the strongest signal from the cell tower (refer to page 5 for more
information). To get the strongest signal possible, it is very important to set
up your Outside Antenna properly. The Inside and the Outside Antenna must
be mounted in such a way that they are able to pick up the best possible cell
signal on the outside of the building and provide the best possible signal on
the inside of the building. Mount the Outside Antenna as high as possible
facing the cell tower in an area with the best possible signal coverage.
Note:
Never point the front of a directional antenna toward the Inside
Antenna. See Figures 1 & 2 on page 10.
-50dB -60dB -70dB -80dB -90dB -100dB -110dB
EXCELLENT GOOD POOR NO
SIGNAL
Signal Strength Graph
Cell Tower
Cell Signal
Outside
Wide Band
Antenna
Signal readings usually appear as a negative number (for example, -86).
The closer you get to zero the stronger the signal. (Refer to graph below).
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Cell Tower
Drip hole on bottom
Installing Lightning Protection (sold separately)
Outside Antenna Installation
The antenna should be mounted as shown in the illustration above.
The mounting bracket, included with antenna, is adjustable and will
accommodate pipe diameters from 1.25” to 2” (pipe sold separately
#901117). Mount the antenna so that there is at least 3 feet of clearance
in all directions around it. Position the antenna so that it has an
unobstructed line of sight to the cell tower’s strongest signal. Make sure
the antenna is not pointing across your own roof or at the Inside Antenna
as this will cause the oscillation protection circuitry to shut down the
Signal Booster.
Warning:
Lightning protection is recommended for all installations
(#859902-50 Ohm shown below). Take extreme care to ensure
that neither you nor the antenna comes near any electric power line
Install the Lightning Surge Protector
(LSP) close to the Signal Booster.
Attach the cable from the Outside
Antenna to the surge protector, using
a short length of low loss cable; attach
one end to the LSP and the other to
the Outside Antenna connector on
the Signal Booster. Ensure the LSP
is properly grounded (ground wire not
included). LSP sold separately, at
www.WilsonElectronics.com or contact
our sales team at 800-204-4104.
(not included)
Lightning
Surge Protector
(sold separately)
Signal Booster
Surge Protector Power Strip
Ground Wire
(not included)
To Outside
Antenna
To Signal Booster
To Inside
Antenna
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Mounting Tips for Running Outside
Antenna Cable
If you are mounting the Outside Antenna on the roof of your building, we
have found that it is easiest to run your cable underneath the down side
of your roof’s flashing. If you have satellite TV service installed you may
be able to follow the same route as the satellite TV cables that are already
running from outside of your building to the inside.
After routing the cable, we recommend sealing any areas where the cable
passes into the building with cable bushings, silicone or a silicone-type
sealant to keep your installation from leaking. If you are mounting the
Outside Antenna to the outside wall of your home or building, the simplest
way is to run the cable on the outside of the wall and attach it to the
exterior of your home or office. Then drill a hole through the wall where you
want the cable to appear on the inside of the building. Before drilling, make
sure that there are no electrical outlets, sewer or water pipes, or electrical
wiring in the wall that you are about to drill through as this could potentially
harm you or damage the building.
After drilling the required hole, run the cable through and seal it with
cable bushings or a silicone-type sealant to enclose the hole that you
have created. In some instances, it may be possible to run the cable up
into the fascia of the attic overhang. In this circumstance, the cable will
be accessible in the attic for further routing.
Installing the Inside Antenna
(Instructions are for optional Panel Antenna)
Select a location for the Inside Antenna, preferably in the center of where
the signal needs to be amplified. A minimum separation distance of 20
vertical feet (within the null zone) or 50 horizontal feet is necessary
for proper operation. If the inside coverage is not sufficient you may
need as much as 75 feet of horizontal separation. Refer to installation
diagram on pages 3 & 4.
Ceiling
Rafters
Ceiling
Drywall
Inside
Antenna
Surge Protector Power Strip
Ground Wire
(not included)
To Outside
Antenna
To Signal Booster
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In some cases, multiple Inside Antennas may be required, for instance if
you have multiple rooms with poor signal. A signal may be split by using
a splitter (sold separately). If using more than one Inside Antenna, a
separation up to 75 horizontal feet may be necessary between Inside
Antennas. Refer to configuration on pages 3 & 4.
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. Be careful when
plugging the connector in so as not to damage the center pins on
the connectors.
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:
For distances of 20 feet or more, use Wilson low loss cable.
Note:
It is very important to power your Signal Booster using a surge
protected AC Power Strip with at least a 1000 Joule rating. Failure to
do this will void your warranty in the event of a power surge or lightning
strike.
Optional Wide
Band Inside
Antenna (sold
separately)
Splitter Options:
3-way
(859980)
4-way
(859981)
2-way
(859957)
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Powering up a Wilson Electronics
Signal Booster
1. Never point the front of a directional Outside Antenna toward the Inside
Antenna. Refer to Figures above.
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 power supply into the Signal Booster input marked “6V DC”
(carefully, to avoid damaging the center pin) and then into a surge
protected AC Power Strip.
4. If the Signal Booster does not have a green light, please refer to pages
10-14.
5. Using multiple Signal Boosters in one installation could cause
interference to the cell tower.
6.
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Channel Select Directions for 800 & 1900 MHz
Note: For a list of channel options see tables on page 15.
If you know your desired channel setting, press or hold down the 1.
yellow CH Select button until that channel UL center frequency and
bandwidth are displayed on the LCD screen. Refer to pages 11 &
12 for further instructions about the LCD screen display numbers.
Refer to page 15 for Uplink and Downlink Channel Selection Chart.
Signal Booster
Outdoor
Antenna
Inside Panel
Antenna
Figure 1 Figure 2
CORRECT INSTALLATION
Point antennas away from each other
INCORRECT INSTALLATION
Never point antennas toward each other
Inside Panel
Antenna
Signal Booster
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The Uplink (UL)/Downlink 1.
(DL) gain is displayed on LCD
screen above the knobs. Turn
knob to adjust. Refer to page
13 for Overload information.
The yellow CH Select 2.
(Channel) button will select the
channel.
The Uplink (UL) knob limits only 3.
the uplink gain, whereas the
Downlink (DL) knob limits both
the uplink and the downlink
gain. For common settings refer
to chart on page 15.
You will typically adjust only the 4.
downlink knob.
If the Signal Booster is operating normally the LCD Screen will 5.
appear as shown in Figure 3.
LCD, Uplink & Downlink Directions for 800 MHz
(#807180)
CH
Select
UL CH DL
70 A 72
800 MHz Channelized
Max
Min
UL
Gain
Max
Min
DL
Gain
Channel
Uplink Gain (dB) Downlink Gain (dB)
If you do not know your channel setting: 2.
Option 1: Watch the signal strength on your phone inside the building.
(To put your phone in test mode visit www.WilsonElectronics.com or
contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team at 866-294-1660.)
This allows you to read the signal strength from the cell tower. Press
the yellow “CH Select” button until you have the best signal. Refer to
page 5 & 6 on how to read the signal strength from the cell tower.
Option 2: You may also contact your wireless service provider for
optimal channel setting information.
Push the yellow “CH Select” button to change the Uplink Center, 1.
Frequency and Bandwidth.
Pass Bandwidth is the center bottom number. It changes between 5 2.
and 15 MHz each time you press the “Ch Select” button.
Uplink center frequency is the top number on the screen. It 3.
steps 2.5 MHz every other time you push the “CH Select” button.
LCD, Uplink & Downlink Directions for 1900 MHz
(#807380)
Figure 3
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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 booster is plugged in, it is programed for
a test and alignment period. During this time, the light and the LCD will do
one of the following 5 things:
Understanding the Signal Booster Light,
LCD Screen and Troubleshooting
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.
CH
Select
UL CH DL
70 A 72
800 MHz Channel
Max
Min
UL
Gain
Max
Min
DL
Gain
The corresponding DL frequency
automatically adjusts and is
always 80 MHz higher than
the UL frequency shown. For
common settings please refer to
the chart on page 15.
The Uplink (UL)/Downlink (DL) 4.
gain is displayed on LCD screen
above the knobs. Uplink is on the
left and downlink is on the right.
Turn appropriate knob to adjust.
The Uplink (UL) knob limits only 5.
the uplink gain, whereas the
Downlink (DL) knob limits both
the uplink and the downlink gain.
You will typically adjust only the downlink knob.6.
If the Signal Booster is operating normally the LCD screen will 7.
appear similar to Figure 4. If it does not appear similar to Figure 4
refer to Troubleshooting section below.
CH
Select
1880.0
70 15 72
1900 MHz Channelized
Max
Min
UL
Gain
Max
Min
DL
Gain
1900 MHz
UL Center Frequency (MHz)
Uplink
Gain (dB)
Bandwidth
(MHz)
Downlink
Gain (dB)
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.
Figure 4
green
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2. LCD SCREEN OVERLOAD FOR 800 MHZ (#807180)
If the LCD screen shows
“OVERLOAD,” refer to Figure
5, the Signal Booster has
automatically reduced gain to
protect a nearby cell tower. First
turn downlink (DL) gain control
knob until the “OVERLOAD” is
replaced with “UL CH DL” refer
to Figure 6. The booster is now
working with reduced gain. If the
gain is not adequate for good
coverage, you will need to turn the
gain to maximum and then turn the
Outside Antenna away from the
cell tower until the “OVERLOAD” is
replaced with “UL CH DL” refer to
Figure 6. If the booster will not respond, turn the gain down 5 dB and
move the Outside Antenna position until the “OVERLOAD” is replaced
with “UL CH DL.”
LCD SCREEN OVERLOAD FOR 1900 MHZ (#807380)
If the LCD screen shows “OVERLOAD,” refer to Figure 7, the Signal
Booster has automatically reduced
gain to protect a nearby cell tower.
First turn downlink (DL) gain
control knob until the “OVERLOAD”
is replaced with “UL CH DL” refer
to Figure 8. The booster is now
working with reduced gain. If the
gain is not adequate for good
coverage, you will need to turn the
gain to maximum and then turn the
Outside Antenna away from the
cell tower until the “OVERLOAD”
is replaced with “UL CH DL” refer
to Figure 8. If the booster will not
respond, turn the gain down 5 dB
and move the Outside Antenna
position until the “OVERLOAD” is
replaced with “UL CH DL.”
Figure 5
CH
Select
OVERLOAD
62 A 64
800 MHz Channelized
Max
Min
UL
Gain
Max
Min
DL
Gain
Figure 6
CH
Select
UL CH DL
70 A 72
800 MHz Channelized
Max
Min
UL
Gain
Max
Min
DL
Gain
Figure 7
CH
Select
OVERLOAD
65 15 67
1900 MHz Channelized
Max
Min
UL
Gain
Max
Min
DL
Gain
Figure 8
CH
Select
1880.0
70 15 72
1900 MHz Channelized
Max
Min
UL
Gain
Max
Min
DL
Gain
1900 MHz
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3. BLINKING ORANGE for 800 & 1900 MHz
If the light on the Signal Booster is blinking orange the Signal Booster is
experiencing receiver overload. The Signal Booster has protection shut
off circuits to prevent the disruption of cell towers. If the light is blinking
orange, this indicates that the booster has shut down due to close
proximity to a cell tower. First, turn down the downlink (DL) gain control
until you get a blinking green light. The booster is now working with
reduced gain. If the gain is not adequate for good coverage, you will
need to turn the gain to maximum and then turn the Outside Antenna
away from the cell tower until the light turns to blinking green. If the
booster will not respond, turn the gain down 5 dB and move the Outside
Antenna. Continue to adjust the gain and the antenna position until the
light turns blinking green. Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support
Team for assistance: 866-294-1660.
4. SOLID RED for 800 & 1900 MHz
If the light on the Signal Booster is solid red, this indicates that
the Signal Booster has shut down on that frequency to prevent an
oscillation (feedback). First, make sure that all the connections are
tight. Then reduce the gain of the booster in small increments by
rotating the downlink (DL) gain control, counter clockwise, waiting 5
seconds between each adjustment for the booster to reset. Continue
this adjustment until the light turns blinking or solid green. When you
are turning down the gain, you are reducing the inside coverage area.
If the amount of coverage area is sufficient for your needs and the
light is green, the installation is complete. If the coverage area is not
large enough, it is necessary to increase the separation distance of
the antennas by moving them horizontally or vertically farther apart,
or both. Then increase the gain until the red light comes on, and then
slightly keep decreasing the gain until the green or blinking green
light appears. If after separating the antennas your coverage area is
still too small, contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team for
assistance: 866-294-1660.
Note: Reduce the downlink gain if the phone shows good signal
strength but can not make calls. This happens when the separation
between the uplink and downlink gains is too much.
If your installation takes longer than 15 minutes, it is possible to re-
enter the installation mode by disconnecting and reconnecting the
power supply from the Signal Booster.
5. SOLID GREEN
The indicator light on the Signal Booster will be a solid green after the
first 15 minute installation period, if the unit is powered up and working
properly.
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807180 Uplink Downlink
Channel Options Lower Band
Edge MHz
Upper Band
Edge MHz
Lower Band
Edge MHz
Upper Band
Edge MHz
A 824 835 869 880
B 835 845 880 890
Pass Bandwidth
(BW) MHz
-3 dB BW MHz -40 dB BW MHz -45 dB BW MHz
10 10.1 12.9 13.2
Channel Selection Chart
Channel Filter Characteristics
Common Channel Selection Chart
Channel Filter Characteristics
Channelized 800 MHz (#807180)
Channelized 1900 MHz (#807380)
Common Channel
Blocks*
UL Center Frequency
Setting (MHz)
Bandwidth Setting
(MHz)
Corresponding DL
Center Frequency
(MHz)
A 1857.5 15 1937.5
B 1877.5 15 1957.5
C 1902.5 15 1982.5
C1 1907.5 5 1987.5
C2 1897.5 5 1977.5
C3 1897.5 5 1977.5
C4 1902.5 5 1982.5
C5 1907.5 5 1987.5
D 1867.5 5 1947.5
E 1887.5 5 1967.5
F 1892.5 5 1972.5
Pass Bandwidth
(BW) MHz
-3 dB BW MHz -40 dB BW MHz -45 dB BW MHz
5 MHz 5.08 7.7 7.85
15 15.05 18.35 18.6
*Not all channel block options are listed.
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Warnings and Recommendations
Warning: The Outside Antenna must always be located so the back
or side points to the Inside Antenna. Never point the front
of the Outside Antenna toward the Inside Antenna – this is
to prevent oscillation.
Warning: Connecting the Signal Booster directly to the cell phone with
use of an adapter will damage the cell phone.
Warning: Use only the correct Wilson Electronics power supply. Use
of a non-Wilson Electronics product may damage your
equipment.
Warning: RF Safety for 807180: FCC regulations require that any
fixed Outside Antenna used with this Signal Booster may
not have gain (including cable & connector losses) that
exceeds 15 dBi and must be located at least 27 inches
from all people. Inside Antennas must not exceed 4.1 dBi
gain (including cable & connector losses) and must be
located at least 8 inches from all people. The antennas
shown on page 1 meet these requirements.
Warning: RF Safety for 807380: FCC regulations require that any
fixed Outside Antenna used with this Signal Booster may
not have gain (less cable loss) that exceeds 15 dBi and
must be located at least 22 inches from all people. Inside
Antennas must not exceed 6 dBi gain (less cable loss) and
must be located at least 8 inches from all people. When
using the Inside Panel Antenna on page 1, the antenna
must be connected with at least 22 feet of RG-58 coaxial
cable. All antennas on page 1 meet these requirements.
Warning: Verify that both the Outside Antenna and the Inside
Antenna are connected to the Signal Booster before
powering up the Signal Booster.
Recommendation: Omni directional antennas are not recommended with
this Signal Booster.
Recommendation: Lightning surge protection is recommended for all in-
building installations.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes
or modifications not expressly approved by Wilson Electronics could void the authority to
operate this equipment.
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About Wilson Electronics
Wilson Electronics, Inc. has been a leader in the wireless communications
industry for over 40 years. The company designs and manufactures Signal
Boosters, antennas and related components that significantly improve
cellular telephone signal reception and transmission in a wide variety of
applications, both mobile (marine, RV, vehicles) and in-building (home,
office, M2M).
With extensive experience in antenna and Signal Booster research and
design, the company’s engineering team uses a state-of-the-art testing
laboratory, including an anechoic chamber and network analyzers, to fine-
tune antenna designs and performance. For its Signal Boosters, Wilson
Electronics uses a double electrically shielded RF enclosure and cell tower
simulators for compliance testing.
Wilson Electronics Signal Boosters feature patented Smart Technology ™
that enables them to automatically adjust their power based on cell tower
requirements. By detecting and preventing oscillation (feedback), signal
overload and interference with other users, these Smart Technology ™
Signal Boosters improve network cell phone areas without compromising
carrier systems.
All products are engineered and assembled in the company’s
55,000-square-foot headquarters in St. George, Utah. Wilson Electronics
has product dealers in all 50 states as well as in countries around the world.
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30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
All Wilson Electronics products are protected by Wilson Electronics 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 Signal Boosters 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.
Signal Boosters 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 Electronics
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 if located within the continental U.S.
This warranty does not apply to any Signal Booster determined by Wilson
Electronics to have been subjected to misuse, abuse, neglect, or mishandling
that alters or damages physical or electronic properties.
Failure to use a surge protected AC Power Strip with at least a 1000 Joule rating
will void your warranty.
RMA numbers may be obtained by contacting 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 © 2012 Wilson Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
U.S. Patent Nos.– 7,221,967; 7,729,669; 7,486,929; 7,409,186; 7,783,318
Signal Booster Specifications
Channelized 800 Channelized 1900
Model Number 277180 277380
Antenna connectors N Type N Type
Antenna impedance 50 Ohms 50 Ohms
Dimensions 6.75 x 4 x 1.3 inch (17.1 x 10.2 x 3.3 cm) 6.75 x 4 x 1.3 inch (17.1 x 10.2 x 3.3 cm)
Weight 1.29 lbs (.585 kg) 1.29 lbs (.585 kg)
Frequency 824-894 MHz 1850-1990 MHz
1Channels Passband Gain (nominal)
800 MHz
Typical / Maximum
1900 MHz
Typical / Maximum
70 dB / 75 dB 71 dB / 78 dB
220 dB Bandwidth (nominal)
800 MHz
Typical / Maximum
1900 MHz
Typical / Maximum
12 MHz / 14 MHz 16 MHz / 18 MHz
3Power output for single cell phone (uplink) dBm 800 MHz 1900 MHz
CDMA 29.7 30.3
EDGE 29.1 29.8
GSM 29.3 30.0
WCDMA 29.8 30.7
3Power output for single cell phone (downlink) dBm 800 MHz 1900 MHz
CDMA 29.8 29.8
EDGE 29.5 28.8
GSM 29.3 29.7
WCDMA 29.8 30.9
3Power output for multiple transmitted signals
(uplink) dBm Maximum Power
The maximum power is reduced
by the number of signals: Number of signals 800 MHz 1900 MHz
2 23.3 22.8
3 18.3 19.2
4 17.2 16.7
5 15.3 14.8
6 13.7 13.2
4Power output for multiple received signals
(downlink) dBm Maximum Power
The maximum power is reduced
by the number of signals: Number of signals 800 MHz 1900 MHz
2 24.1 24.2
3 18.3 20.7
4 18.1 18.2
5 16.2 16.3
6 14.6 14.7
Noise Figure (typical downlink/uplink) 3.5 dB nominal 3.5 dB nominal
Isolation > 90 dB > 90 dB
Power Requirements 110-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, 15 W 110-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, 15 W
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 amplification is 20 dB lower than the passband
amplification. 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.
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