Wilson Electronics 2B4121SD iDEN 900 MHz Amplifier User Manual Users manual
Wilson Electronics, LLC iDEN 900 MHz Amplifier Users manual
Users manual
Amplifier
Amplifier
Installation
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Direct Connection
High Power iDEN
Amplifi er
900 MHz Band
Contents:
Guarantee and Warranty · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1
Before Getting Started / How it Works · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 3
Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna - In-Vehicle · · · · · · 4
Installing a Wilson Amplifi er - In-Vehicle · · · · · · · · · · · · 5
Installing a Wilson External Adapter - In-Vehicle · · · · · · 6
Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna - In-Building · · · · · 7
Installing a Wilson Amplifi er - In-Building · · · · · · · · · · · · 7
Installing a Wilson External Adapter - In-Building · · · · · 8
Powering Up a Wilson Amplifi er · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 9
Warnings and Recommendations · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 10
Amplifi er Specifi cations · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Back Cover
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.
The Manufacturer’s rated output power of this equipment is for single carrier operation.
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.
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 © 2007 Wilson Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Installation Instructions for the Following Wilson Amplifi er
Direct Connection High Power iDEN Amplifi er – Model #2B4121, Part #814121
Designed specifi cally for the iDEN 900 MHz band.
FCC ID: PWO2B4121SD IC: 4726A-2B4121SD
The term “IC” before the radio certifi cation number only signifi es that Industry
Canada technical specifi cations were met.
Antenna Options and Accessories
Magnet
Mount
Quad-Band
NMO
Mount
Quad-Band
Glass
Mount
Quad-Band
Amplifi er
Hard Kit
Cases
13 dB Yagi Cellular Antenna
Amplifi er
Soft
Cases
3
Before Getting Started
This guide will help you properly install Wilson’s direct connection amplifi ers in
both in-vehicle and in-building applications. 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.
Inside this Package
• Direct connection amplifi er
• DC plug-in power cable with On/Off switch
• 6 ‘ extension cable
• Cable wrench
Additional Equipment
• Outside antenna for in-vehicle or in-building use (required)
(NOTE: specifi cally tuned iDEN antennas available)
• Cell phone-specifi c external antenna adapter (required)
• AC/DC power supply (optional – for in-building use)
How it Works
Wilson amplifi ers are small, portable, 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 and in-
building applications.
When using a Wilson amplifi er in conjunction with Wilson antennas, the outside
antenna will collect the cell tower signal and send it through the cable to the
amplifi er. Cell phones and cellular data cards (laptops) then communicate with
the improved signal. When a cell phone or cellular data card transmits, the
signal is amplifi ed by the amplifi er and broadcast back to the cell tower through
the outside antenna.
6‘ extension
cable
Direct connection
amplifi er DC plug-in power
cable Cable wrench
4
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.
The antenna cable is small enough
to easily tuck under the door seal or
plastic molding.
Optional Magnet-
Mount Antenna
Shown
Part #304202
Carefully
Pull Down
Door Seal
Run Cable
Under
Seal
Tuck Cable
Under Seal
Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna
To receive the best cell signal, select a location in the center of the vehicle’s roof
at least 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).
In-Vehicle
Warning: The outside antenna
must be installed with a separation
distance 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.
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Select a location to install the amplifi er
that is away from excessive heat,
direct sunlight, moisture and that has
proper ventilation.
Recommended installation locations
for in-vehicle are:
• Under the seat
• In the trunk
• Under the dash
Run the cable from the outside
antenna and attach it to the FME-Male
connector labeled “outside antenna” on
the amplifi er.
Installing a Wilson Amplifi er
Outside
Antenna
Amplifi er
DC Power
Cable
Cell Phone
Warning: Do not plug in the DC power
cable until the outside antenna and external
adapter cables are attached to the amplifi er.
!
In-Vehicle
6
Installing a Wilson External Adapter
An 18-inch external adapter is required to connect the cell phone or cellular data
card to the amplifi er. The external adapter is cell phone/data card-specifi c and
may be purchased through a local retailer.
Refer to Wilson’s Adapter Guide to
identify the right adapter for your
cell phone or cellular data card. The
adapter guide is available through a
local retailer or visit
www.wilsonelectronics.com.
The external adapter plugs into the included antenna extension cable and directly
into a socket on the cell phone or cellular data card as shown in Figure 1.
The external adapter and the included extension cable are long enough to reach
the amplifi er location. This allows for ease and convenience of use.
Run the extension cable from the external adapter and attach it to the FME-Male
connector labeled “cellular phone” on the amplifi er.
Sample
adapter
Figure 1
NOTE: Depending on your specifi c cell
phone, the adapter socket may be located
beneath a rubber plug.
In-Vehicle
7
Installing a Wilson Outside Antenna – In-Building
Select a location on the roof of the building to install the outside antenna that has
the most unobstructed line of sight to the cell tower.
Follow the specifi c antenna installation instructions included with the outside
antenna.
Lightning protection is recommended for all in-building installations. Take extreme
care to ensure neither you nor the antenna come in contact with any electrical
power lines.
A Yagi antenna must be installed horizontally with the elements vertical and the
drip hole on the bottom. Ensure there are three feet of clearance in all directions
surrounding the antenna.
To obtain maximum performance, the antenna should point toward the cell tower.
Follow the instructions included with the outside antenna.
Cell Tower RF Signal
Yagi External Antenna
Warning: The outside antenna must
be installed on an outdoor permanent structure
with a separation of at least 28 inches from all
persons during normal operation.
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Installing a Wilson Amplifi er
Select a location to install the amplifi er that is away from excessive heat, direct
sunlight, moisture and that has proper ventilation. Ensure the amplifi er 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 FME-Male connector labeled “outside
antenna” on the amplifi er. Connect the AC/DC power cable (sold separately) to
the power input labeled “DC 12 V IN” on the amplifi er.
Recommended installation locations for
in-building are:
• On a wall
• On the ceiling
• Near a power outlet
In-Building
8
Installing a Wilson External Adapter
An 18-inch external adapter is required to connect the cell phone or cellular data
card to the amplifi er. The external adapter is cell phone/data card-specifi c and
may be purchased through a local retailer.
Refer to Wilson’s Adapter Guide to
identify the right adapter for your
cell phone or cellular data card. The
adapter guide is available through a
local retailer or visit
www.wilsonelectronics.com.
The external adapter plugs into the included six-foot extension cable and directly
into a socket on the cell phone or cellular data card as shown in Figure 1 on
page 6. (NOTE: See the user’s manual for your specifi c phone or data card to
determine the socket location.)
Run the extension cable from the external adapter on the cell phone or cellular
data card and attach it to the FME-Male connector labeled “cellular phone” on the
amplifi er.
Extension Cable Chart
The following Wilson extension cables are available to help you customize your
installation for peak performance.
951101 5’ Extension Cable RG58U
Low Loss Coax 0.6 dB loss
951102 10’ Extension Cable RG58U
Low Loss Coax 1.2 dB loss
951103 15’ Extension Cable RG58U
Low Loss Coax 1.8 dB loss
951104 20’ Extension Cable RG58U
Low Loss Coax 2.4 dB loss, N-Male to FME-Female
951108 20’ Extension Cable 9913 Equivalent
Ultra Low Loss Coax Only use 9913 Equivalent Low Loss Coax for
extensions 20’ or longer, 0.8 dB loss
951105 30’ Extension Cable 9913 Equivalent
Ultra Low Loss Coax 1.2 dB loss
951106 50’ Extension Cable 9913 Equivalent
Ultra Low Loss Coax 2.0 dB loss
951117 75’ Extension 9913 Equivalent
Ultra Low Loss Coax 3.0 dB loss
951107 100’ Extension 9913 Equivalent
Ultra Low Loss Coax 4.0 dB loss
951113 2’ Extension 9913 Equivalent Ultra Low
Loss Coax (N-Male to N-Male Ends) 0.08 dB loss, Jumper Coax - Can be used to
connect a splitter behind an amplifi er.
951110 2’ Extension RG58U Low
Loss Coax (N-Male to FME-Female)
Used with the Yagi antenna to help fi nd the
optimum signal strength
(for installation purposes only).
RG58U - FME connectors / 9913 - N connectors
Sample
adapter
In-Building
9
Powering up a Wilson Amplifi er
For in-vehicle, fi rst connect the power
cable to the amplifi er input marked
“DC 12 V IN” and then insert the large
end into a 12 V DC power socket or
cigarette lighter outlet.
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 that
the amplifi er turns off and on with the
vehicle.
For in-building, fi rst connect the
optional AC/DC power supply to the
amplifi er input labeled “DC 12 V IN”
and then into a wall outlet.
Carefully insert the power cable.
In-vehicle 12-volt DC power cable (included)
Warning: Use only a Wilson power
cable. Use of a non-Wilson product could
damage your equipment.
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NOTE: The aluminum casing of a Wilson amplifi er will adjust very quickly to the
ambient temperature of its environment. For example, in the summer, when the
inside of a car can reach 140 degrees Fahrenheit, the amplifi er temperature may
be 150 degrees or higher. 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
amplifi er, nor do they pose a fi re risk to the vehicle. As recommended in these
instructions, install the amplifi er in a location with adequate ventilation, such as
under the seat, in the trunk or under the dashboard. Keep the area free of items
that could block air fl ow to the amplifi er.
Warning: Verify that both the outside
antenna and the adapter extension cable are
connected to the amplifi er before powering up
the amplifi er.
!
In-building AC/DC power supply (optional)
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Warnings and Recommendations
Warning: Verify that both the outside antenna and the adapter extension
cable are connected to the amplifi er before powering up the
amplifi er.
Warning: RF Safety: In-vehicle - 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. Use
of this cellular amplifi er with an antenna gain higher than 5.12 dBi
is in violation of FCC regulations, for which the offender is fully
liable. All Wilson mobile antennas are 5.12 dBi or less in the 900
MHz band.
Warning: RF Safety: In-Building - The outside antenna must be installed
on an outdoor permanent structure with a separation of at least
28 inches from all persons during normal operation.
Lightning protection is recommended for all in-building installations.
Wilson
®
Electronics, Inc.
3301 East Deseret Drive, St. George UT 84790
For additional Technical Support visit
www.wilsonelectronics.com
Phone: 866-294-1660 Fax: 435-656-2432
Part #110429 AIG HPi900 002 / 02.07.07
Amplifi er Specifi cations
iDEN
900 MHz Specifi cations
Model Number 2B4121
Connectors FME-Male
Impedance (input/output) 50 Ohms
Dimensions 5.5 x 4.3 x 1.41 inch (14.0 x 10.8 x 3.5 cm)
Weight 1.32 lbs (0.60 kg)
Frequency
Uplink 896 - 901 MHz
Downlink 935 - 940 MHz
1Passband Gain (nominal) 20 dB
220 dB Bandwidth (nominal)
Uplink 66 MHz (Maximum)
Downlink 53 MHz (Maximum)
³Power output for single iDEN cell phone (uplink) +36.7 dBm
Power output for single iDEN received channel
(downlink) +8.4 dBm
4Power output for multiple
received channels (downlink).
The maximum power is reduced by
the number of channels: Number of
channels
Maximum Power
2 +6.1 dBm
3 +2.6 dBm
4 +0.1 dBm
5 -1.9 dBm
6 -3.4 dBm
Noise Figure (typical) 3.5 dB nominal
Isolation uplink/downlink more than 50 dB
Power Requirements 12 V, 2 A (subject to uplink power)
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.