Wilson Electronics 2B1216 Dual Band High Power Direct Connect Signal Booster User Manual
Wilson Electronics, LLC Dual Band High Power Direct Connect Signal Booster Users Manual
Users Manual
Contents
Before Getting Started ............................1
Accessories and Antenna Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Quick Installation Overview ........................2
Installation Diagram ..............................2
Installing the External Adapter ......................3
Installing the Outside Antenna ......................3
Installing a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster. . . . . . . . . . 3
Powering Up a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster . . . . . . 3
In-Building Installation ............................4
Warnings and Recommendations ...................5
Guarantee and Warranty ..........................6
Signal Booster Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
GSM High Power
Direct Connect
800/1900 MHz
Smart Technology ™
Signal Booster
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.
Appearance of device and accessories may vary.
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Inside this Package
Accessories & Antenna Options (sold separately)
Before Getting Started
This guide will help you properly install your Wilson Electronics Signal Booster. It is impor-
tant 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. For further
assistance please call our Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team: 866-294-1660.
Installation Instructions for the Following Wilson
Electronics Signal Booster:
Model # 2B1216 FCC: PWO2B1216 IC:4726A-2B1216
The term “IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
NMO
Mount
(301104)
Magnet
Mount
(301125)
Trucker
Mount
(301101)
Mini
Magnet
(301126)
800/1900
MHz Omni-
Directional
Antenna
(301202)
Lightning
Surge Protector
(859902)
Marine
Antenna
(301130)
700/2700 MHz Wide-Band Directional
Antenna (304475)
Wide Band Directional Antenna
(adapters may be required)
Omni Directional Antennas (adapters may be required)
7V AC/DC
Power Supply
(859986)
GSM
High Power
Signal Booster
6’ RG174
Cable
(951141)
Accessory
(adapters may be required)
Appearance of device and accessories may vary.
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Select a location to install the Signal Booster that is away from excessive heat, direct 1.
sunlight, moisture and that has proper ventilation. Do not place the Signal Booster in
an air-tight enclosure.
Select a location on the top of the structure to install the Outside Antenna. Use a cell 2.
phone
in test mode to find the strongest signal from the cell tower. Visit
www.WilsonElectronics.com to find test mode function for your particular cell phone.
Run the Outside Antenna cable to the Signal Booster and attach it to the connector 3.
labeled “Outside Antenna.”
An external adapter is required to connect the cell phone or cellular data card to the 4.
Signal Booster. The external adapter plugs into the included antenna extension cable
and directly into a socket on the cellular device. Run the extension cable from the
external adapter and attach it to the connector labeled “Inside Antenna” on the Signal
Booster.
Note: Be careful when plugging the connector in so as not to bend the center pins on
the connectors. Ensure all cables have a tight connection.
Before powering up the Signal Booster verify that both the Outside Antenna and the 5.
Inside Antenna are connected and check that all connections are tight. An AC surge
protector is recommended for all installations (not included).
Quick Installation Overview
The following steps provide a summary of the Signal Booster/antenna installation process.
Contact Wilson Electronics Technical Support Team with any questions at 866-294-1660.
Powerstrip Surge Protector
Power Supply
GSM Hi-Power
Signal Booster
Cellular Modem
Mini-Magnet
Antenna
Installation Diagram
(Figure 1)
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.
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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, marine, M2M 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. Cell phones and cellular data cards then communicate with
the improved signal. When a cellular device transmits, the signal is amplified by the Signal
Booster and transmitted back to the cell tower through the Outside Antenna.
Installing the External Adapter
An external adapter is required to connect the cell phone or cellular data card to the Signal
Booster. The external adapter is cell phone/data card-specic and may be purchased
through a local retailer. Refer to Wilson Electronics Adapter Guide to identify the correct
adapter for your cell phone or cellular data card. The adapter guide is available through a
local retailer or at www.WilsonElectronics.com. The external adapter plugs into the antenna
extension cable (included) and directly into a socket on the cellular device.
The external adapter and the extension cable are long enough to reach the Signal Booster
location. This allows for ease and convenience of use. Run the extension cable from the
external adapter and attach it to the connector labeled “Inside Antenna” on the Signal
Booster.
NOTE: Depending on your specific cell phone, the adapter socket may be located beneath
a rubber plug.
Installing a Wilson Electronics Outside Antenna
Select a location on the top of the structure to install the Outside Antenna that has the most
unobstructed line of sight to the cell tower. To obtain maximum performance, the antenna
should point toward the cell tower. Follow the instructions included with the Outside
Antenna and the RF Safety Warning (page 5). Run the cable from the Outside Antenna and
attach it to the connector labeled “Outside Antenna” on the Signal Booster.
Lightning protection is recommended for all stationary installations (sold separately). Take
extreme care to ensure neither you nor the antenna come in contact with any electrical power
lines. Ensure there are at least three feet of clearance in all directions surrounding the
antenna.
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. Ensure the Signal Booster is installed
within six feet of where the cell phone or cellular data card will be used (to accommodate
the six-foot adapter extension cable).
Run the cable from the Outside Antenna and attach it to the connector labeled “Outside
Antenna” on the Signal Booster.
Powering up a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster
Ensure that both the Outside Antenna cable and the adapter cable are connected to the 1.
Signal Booster before powering up the Signal Booster.
Connect the power supply to the power input labeled “7V DC” on the Signal Booster. 2.
Plug the power supply into a powerstrip surge protector (recommended).
The indicator light on the side of the Signal Booster will be GREEN when the unit is 3.
powered up and working properly.
If the light is off, ensure power supply connections are tight.4.
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Warning: Use only a Wilson Electronics power
supply. Use of a non-Wilson Electronics product
could damage your equipment. It is very
important to power your Signal Booster using a
surge protected AC Power Strip with at least a
1000 Joule rating.
!
Warning: Verify that both the Outside
Antenna and the adapter extension cable
are connected to the Signal Booster before
powering up the Signal Booster.
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Testing a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster
To test your Signal Booster, go to a weak signal area where your cell phone registers only
1-2 bars without the Signal Booster turned on. Then, connect the Signal Booster to the
phone and you should see a signal improvement of 2 or more bars.
Note: Many phones take up to 30 seconds to reset the bar indicator.
In-Building Installation
This is the recommended install for in-building use.
Contact our Technical Support Team for more information at:
866-294-1660 or tech@wilsonelectronics.com
Lightning
Surge Protector
(sold separately)
GSM High Power
Powerstrip Surge
Protector
Wide Band
Directional Antenna
Point toward cell tower
Power Supply
Connect to cell
phone or data
card
To Outside Antenna
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 Signal Booster before powering up the Signal Booster.
Warning: Use only the power supply provided in this package. Use of a non-WIlson
Electronics products may damage your equipment.
Warning: RF Safety: All outside fixed antennas may not have gain that exceeds
15 dBi (less cable loss) and must be located at least 56 inches from all
people. All antennas shown on page one meet these requirements.
Lightning protection is recommended for all in-building installations.
It is recommended that outside building antenna installations comply with relevant electrical
codes.
NOTE: The aluminum casing of a Wilson Electronics Signal Booster will adjust very quickly
to the ambient temperature of its environment. For example, in the summer, when the
inside of a enclosure can be extremely hot, the Signal Boosters’ optional fan will come on
to prevent overheating. The casing will be hot to the touch, similar to a metal door handle or
a steering wheel. Such high temperatures will not damage the Signal Booster, nor do they
pose a fire risk to the structure. As recommended in these instructions, install the Signal
Booster in a location with adequate ventilation. Keep the area free of items that could block
air flow to the Signal Booster. Do not install the Signal Booster in direct sunlight.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. The 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.
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, mobile, in-building, and 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.
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Signal Booster Specifications
Dual-Band
Model Number / Part Number 2B1216
Connectors FME Female
Impedance (input/output) 50 ohms
Dimensions 6.12 x 3.5 x 2.0
Frequency 824-894 MHz / 1850-1990 MHz
1Passband Gain (nominal) 800 MHz
Typical / Maximum
1900 MHz
Typical / Maximum
Uplink 11 dB / 13 dB 11 dB / 13 dB
Downlink 11 dB / 13 dB 13 dB / 15 dB
220 dB Bandwidth (nominal) 800 MHz
Typical / Maximum
1900 MHz
Typical / Maximum
U p l i n k 44 MHz / 48 MHz 76 MHz / 84 MHz
Downlink 45 MHz / 50 MHz 87 MHz / 96 MHz
3Power output for single cell phone (uplink) dBm 800 MHz 1900 MHz
EDGE 36.2 35.0
GSM 35.8 34.4
CDMA 34.7 33.8
WCDMA 35.1 33.7
4Power output for multiple received
channels (uplink) dBm. The
maximum power is reduced by the
number of channels:
Number of
channels
Maximum Power3
800 MHz 1900 MHz
2 22.1 29.6
3 18.6 26.1
4 16.1 23.6
5 14.2 21.6
6 12.6 20.0
Noise Figure (typical) 3 dB nominal
Isolation > 30 dB
Power Requirements 7V DC, 3A
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.