www.americanbst.com Technical Support : 913 469 6699 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME Cellular Signal Booster This publication provides instructions for installing Cellular Signal Booster Home 7500. Copyright 2019, American Booster Inc. All Rights Reserved. SDoC statement Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR 2.1077 Compliance Information Unique Identifier: HOME 7500 Responsible Party U.S. Contact Information Revision History Date 2019, January Version Version 1.0 Changes Original FCC Compliance Statement (e.g., products subject to Part 15) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 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. Certification This equipment complies with the FCC / IC directives. Technical Support : 913 469 6699 www.americanbst.com 130 E Covey Run, Union, WA 98592 Technical Support : 913 469 6699 www.americanbst.com HOME 7500 User Guide 23 WARRANTY Opening or tampering with the Signal Booster will void all warranties. American Booster provides a 2-year warranty with all of its equipment. Every product of American Booster is guaranteed to be free of material defects or component malfunctions. This warranty does not cover any Signal Boosters that have been exposed to any misuse, abuse, physical damage or inadequate maintenance. Products returned by customers must be in their original, unmodified condition, shipped in the original packaging with proof of purchase documentation enclosed, and a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number printed on the outside of the shipping box. To repair or replace damaged Signal Boosters we may include refurbished American Boosters products. 22 HOME 7500 User Guide INDEX Product Introduction Package Contents Application Example HOME 7500 Optional Kit Installation Guide STEP 1. Find the Strongest Signal STEP 2. Install the Outside Antenna STEP 3. Run the Outside Antenna Cable STEP 4. Install the Inside Antenna STEP 5. Install the Signal Booster STEP 6. Power up the Booster LED Indicators Troubleshooting Specifications Safety Guidelines FCC Warning Statements IC Warning Statements Warranty SDoC statement 4 5 6 7 8 8 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 HOME 7500 IC Warning Statements RSS-GEN, Sec. 7.1.2 (transmitters) Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum
(or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. Conformment la rglementation dIndustrie Canada, le prsent metteur radio peut fonctionneravec une antenne dun type et dun gain maximal (ou infrieur) approuv pour lmetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de rduire les risques de brouillage radiolectrique lintention desautres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type dantenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotroperayonne quivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dpassepas lintensit ncessaire ltablissement dune communication satisfaisante. RSS-GEN, Sec. 7.1.2 (detachable antennas) This radio transmitter (identify the device by certification number, or model number if Category II)has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Le prsent metteur radio (identifier le dispositif par son numro de certification ou son numro de modle sil fait partie du matriel de catgorie I) a t approuv par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types dantenne numrs ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et limpdance requise pour chaque type dantenne. Les types dantenne non inclus dans cette liste,ou dont le gain est suprieur au gain maximal indiqu, sont strictement interdits pour lexploitation de lmetteur. RF Radiation Exposure This equipment complies with RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of UL : 50cm, DL : 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. RF exposure will be addressed at time of installation and the use of higher gain antennas require larger separation distances. RSS-102 RF Exposure Lantenne (ou les antennes) doit tre installe de faon maintenir tout instant une distance minimum de au moins UL : 50cm, DL : 20cm entre la source de radiation (lantenne) et toute personne physique. Cet appareil ne doit pas tre install ou utilis en conjonction avec une autre antenne ou metteur. American Booster Home 7500 has been designed to provide an advanced solution for boosting your signal and increasing the cellular data speeds in your house or office. How it works Receives Signal The signal boosters outside antenna receives voice and data signals from a nearby cell tower. Boosts Signal The signal booster receives the signal from the outside antenna and amplifies the voice and data signals. Distributes Signal The boosted signals are distributed inside your house/office. 4 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME 7500 User Guide 21 FCC Warning Statements Package Contents FCC Part 15.105 statement Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Part 15.21 statement Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. RF Exposure Statement The antenna(s) must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of at least UL : 50cm, DL : 20cm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Use of unauthorized antennas, cables, and/or coupling devices not conforming with ERP/EIRP and/or indooronly restrictions is prohibited. Signal Booster Code No. : 83689 Outside Antenna Kit Code No. : 83615 Inside Antenna Kit Code No. : 83616 AC/DC Adaptor Code No. : 835U3 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME Cellular Signal Booster HF-400 Cable, 75 ft. HF-400 Cable, 60 ft.
(N-SMA)
(N-SMA) Outside Coaxial Cable Inside Coaxial Cable User Guide Code No. : 8368H Code No. : 8368L 20 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME 7500 User Guide 5 Application Example Application Example Safety Guidelines 1 Outside Antenna 2 Signal Booster 3 Inside Antenna B-25K WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Opening the Signal Booster could result in electric shock and may cause severe injury. DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT Use only the power supply provided in this package. Operating the Signal Booster with antennas in very close proximity facing each other could lead to a severe damage to the Signal Booster. The installation height of the antenna for AWS band (1700/2100 MHz) operations is limited to 10 meters above ground for compliance with Section 27.50 CAUTION THE SIGNAL BOOSTER SHOULD BE INSTALLED AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO THE POWER SOURCE. THIS REPEATER IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY AND SHOULD BE INSTALLED INSIDE OF THE HOUSE. FCC ID : U88-HOME7500 This is a CONSUMER device This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 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. BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS DEVICE with your wireless provider and have your providers consent. Most wireless providers consent to the use of signal boosters. Some providers may not consent to the use of this device on their network. If you are unsure, contact your provider. In Canada, BEFORE USE you must meet all requirements set out in ISED CPC-2-1-05. You MUST operate this device with approved antennas and cables as specified by the manufacturer. Antennas MUST be installed at least UL : 50cm, DL : 20cm from (i.e.. MUST NOT be installed within UL : 50cm, DL : 20cm of) any person.You MUST cease operating this device immediately if requested by the FCC (or ISED in Canada) or a licensed wireless service provider. WARNING. E911 location information may not be provided or may be inaccurate for calls served by using this device. This device may be operated ONLY in a fixed location
(i.e may operate in a fixed location only) for in-building use. IC : 8137A-HOME7500 MODEL : HOME 7500 For more information on registering your signal booster with your wireless provider, please see below https://www.sprint.com/en/legal/signal-boosters.html?id16=signal%20booster https://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-9827 https://www.verizonwireless.com/solutions-and-services/accessories/register-signal-booster/
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https://www.uscellular.com/uscellular/support/fcc-booster-registration.jsp 6 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME 7500 User Guide 19 Specifications HOME 7500 Optional Kit Optional components enable signal amplification to a further area. Parameter Downlink 700MHz LTE 734~757MHz Uplink 704~716MHz 776~787MHz 824~849MHz 1850~1910MHz 1700~1755MHz 25dBm Remark Band 17 & 13 Band 17 Band 5 Band 25 Band 4 869~894MHz 1930~1990MHz 2110~2155MHz 7dBm 850MHz Cellullar 1900MHz PCS 2100MHz AWS Composite Power Maximum Gain Noise Figure Impedance RF Connector Power Connector Power Size, inch Weight, lbs Humidity 70dB 5dB nominal 50 Ohm SMA Female DC Jack(DC-045B) DC 12V/3A Adaptor 6.92" x 10.63" x 1.65"
< 3.2 0 ~ 80%
Operation Temperature 23 ~ 122F (-5C ~ +50C) For a detected oscillation, the device output will turn off within 300 ms for the Uplink and 1 second for the Downlink and remained off for 1 minute. And, the device will have a maximum of 5 attempts at restart from oscillation before permanently shutting off. Noise power, gain, and linearity are maintained by the devices microprocessor. Panel Antenna 4 1 Outside Antenna Splitter 3 2 Signal Booster W H D Optional Antenna 5 Options To increase coverage, use additional components. Panel Antenna Kit Code No. : 83616 2-Way Splitter 60 ft. Coaxial Cable (N-SMA) Code No. : 8368L Coaxial Cable 2 ft. Code No. : 834TK 18 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME 7500 User Guide 7 Installation Guide Troubleshooting STEP 1. Find the Strongest Signal 1-1. Using an iPhone Dial *3001#12345#*, then press Call. 1-2. Using an Android Download the Network Signal info from the Google Play store. After installing, you will be able to view your dB strength. 1-3. Using a Meter If you have a meter that detects and displays the current signal levels, you can use it. Distance from Cell Tower
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(dBm) Weak signal Less weak signal Good signal Very good signal Excellent signal Instructions to fix flashing or solid red. If you have a good voice signal and fast data speeds even though one or two of LEDs are solid red, you may continue to use the Signal Booster as it is. However, if one of the LEDs has flashing or solid red, your voice signal is weak and data speeds are low, Then follow the troubleshooting steps below. 1. Unplug the Signal Boosters power adapter. 2. Check if the outside antenna and inside antenna are located a minimum distance of 20 feet from each other. 3. Plug the Signal Booster into a power source. 4. Check the LED on the Signal Booster. If one or two of the LEDs are still flashing or solid red, then try moving the inside antenna further away from the outside antenna and repeat steps 1 through 3 to see if the additional distance resolves the problem. 5. If you have any difficulties with installation or troubleshooting the Signal Booster, please contact our technical support team for assistance (Tel : 913-469-6699). LEDs Off 1. If none of the LEDs on the Home 7500 Signal booster are lit, verify that the signal booster is connected properly to the AC/DC power adapter cord and then verify that the power adapter is plugged into a live AC outlet in the house. 2. Check if there is any damage in the power cable. 3. Check if there is any damage in the Signal Boosters connector. 8 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME 7500 User Guide 17 HOME 7500 LED LED Indicators Flashing Green After the Signal Booster is powered on, flashing green will last for 20 seconds. It means that the Signal Booster is being set up for optimal performance. The Signal Booster will need a few minutes to adapt to the network environment and start boosting the signal at the highest power. The Signal Booster provides a real-time self-diagnosis, so in case of flashing or solid red, refer to the Troubleshooting instructions on the next page. Solid Green This indicates that the Signal Booster has been installed and works properly. Flashing & Solid Red If one or more of the LEDs is flashing or solid red, this indicates that the input signal from the nearby cell tower is too strong. After flashing red for 10 seconds the solid red will appear. Signal Booster will stop amplifying signals of the frequency with a solid red indicator automatically to prevent the Booster from any damage. If the rest of LEDs are green and you have a strong signal and fast data speeds on your cell phone or tablet, then troubleshooting is not needed. STEP 1. Find the Strongest Signal Note The stronger signal you receive from the base station, the better coverage you will have inside your house/office.
-70dBm
-90dBm If you have -70dBm outside signal, then you will have an excellent signal inside your house or office. 16 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME 7500 User Guide 9 If you have -90dBm outside signal, then you will have a good signal inside your house & office. STEP 2. Install the Outside Antenna STEP 6. Power up the Booster The outside antenna is shaped like a triangle. This antenna must be mounted as high as possible on the exterior of the house or office. Mount the outside antenna on the side of the house where you detected the strongest cell phone signal. The point of the antenna triangle should be pointed towards the location of the strongest cell phone signal (which should also be the direction of the closest cell tower) and away from the expected placement of the inside antenna. Separation Between Outside Antenna and Inside Antenna For the best performance, the outside antenna and the inside antenna should be a minimum distance of 20 ft. apart from each other. A bigger separation between outside antenna and inside antenna will provide a stronger signal and better coverage. From Outside Antenna Cable 75 ft. Antenna Separation 20 ft. From Inside Antenna Cable 60 ft. Connect the AC/DC power adaptor to the booster and plug into a power source. The power LED will light, indicating that the signal booster is ready for use. 10 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME 7500 User Guide 15 STEP 5. Install the Signal Booster STEP 2. Install the Outside Antenna Choose a location for the signal booster, preferably away from excessive heat, direct sunlight, moisture and free from high temperatures. Do not place the signal booster in an air-tight enclosure. Attic installations may expose the booster to high heat. Install the outside antenna in a location where you can receive the strongest signal according to the instructions described in STEP 1. Make sure outside antenna is installed with the point of the triangle facing toward the cell tower. 2 1 1 3 PH(+) 3/16 1 Tapping Screw Plastic expansion bolt 14 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME 7500 User Guide 11 STEP 3. Run the Outside Antenna Cable STEP 4. Install the Inside Antenna Inside Panel Antenna is directional, so the signal will be distributed from its front side in one direction. We would not recommend to install the Inside Antenna close to the floor. When mounting the outside antenna to the outside wall of your building, the easiest way is to run the cable on the outside of the wall and attach it to the exterior of your house or office. Then drill a hole through the wall which will allow the cable to appear on the inside of the building. To avoid any potential harm or damage, make sure that there are no electrical outlets, sewer water pipes, or electrical wiring in the wall before drilling. Note TV cables already being used for other purposes can not be shared with the cell booster during installation. After drilling the required hole, run the cable through and seal it. 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 further routing. Attach the bracket to wall Outside Antenna to 75 ft. cable Tap anchors Inside Antenna wall To Inside Antenna Cable (60 ft.) Mount the Inside Antenna with the included screws and bracket as shown in the picture. Note The inside antenna should be installed a minimum distance of 20 ft. from the outside antenna. 12 HOME 7500 User Guide HOME 7500 User Guide 13