SolidRF SOHO User manual

Brand
SolidRF
Model
SOHO
Category
Cellular signal boosters
Type
User manual
SolidRF SOHO Dual Bands
Booster Manual
850 MHz and 1900 MHz ONLY
If you have any questions or concerns when
installing or operating your cell phone booster,
please email us:
Support@SolidRF.ca
Please provide the invoice of your product in
your email. Or visit www.SolidRF.ca for more
information.
Systems tested and certified against FCC
standard, Equipment Class: Part 20 Wideband
Consumer Booster (CMRS)
Systems tested and certified against IC standard,
Type of Equipment: Amplifier, RSS-131
Manufactured and Warranted by
SolidRF Technology Inc. Canada
www.SolidRF.ca
IC
Product Diagram
Package Contents
Features
Test Installation
Installation – Step By Step
Technical Specification
Troubleshooting
Find Strongest Signal
Self Oscillation
INSIDE Antenna
Power Light
AC Adapter Port
Product Diagram
OUTSIDE Connector
Package Contents
•SOHO Dual Bands Booster Outside Unit
(integrated with the booster and the outside antenna)
•Inside Unit
(integrated with the inside antenna and the power unit)
•Cable Connector
•Cables: 1 x 15 feet; 1 x 30 feet
•Power Adapter
Features
•Works on U.S. and Canadian Carriers 2G/3G networks, Any network using 850 MHz or
1900 MHz
•Allows multiple mobile devices to be used simultaneously
•Oscillation (or interference) detection and automatic shutdown
•Overload protection circuit – protects cell towers from being overloaded
•High integration semiconductor circuits design – easily installed
•Maximum 1 watts(EIRP) output power
•Power control logic ensures maximum gain is within cellular standards
•Reduces radiation and extends battery life – up to 2 hours additional talk time in weak
signal areas.
Signal Level Light
Status Light
Power Button
Test Installation - MUST BE READ
Where to install the outside antenna? The position,
where the outside antenna is installed, it can bring a
significant impact on the booster performance.
To point directly the cell tower, it aims to receive the best
signal and prevent the signal interference.
The higher position, it might avoid the impact caused by
the big obstruction between the house and the cell
tower.
ATTENTION: If the house is metal siding, do NOT install
the outside antenna or the outside unit directly on it.
Keep minimum 50 cm ( 1.6 ft ) distance.
When installing the booster and the antennas, we do
require Minimum Separation Distance between the
outside antenna and the inside antenna.
Minimum Required Separation Distance：
6 meters (20 ft ) distance and 1.5 meters ( 5 ft ) vertical
height distance. (see Self Oscillation section)
Find a cell tower nearby!
There are a bunch of resource
online, here are some third party
websites and app recommended.
SolidRF does NOT guarantee the accuracy
or completeness on Third Party content
For Canada
website: www.cellmapper.net
app: TowerLocator
(iPhone or Android)
For U.S.
websites:
www.cellmapper.net
www.cellreception.com/towers
www.antennasearch.com
Test Installation:
Doing a test installation of a cell phone booster, it allows you to experiment different scenarios to
determine your optimal system setup. SolidRF STRONGLY recommends doing a test installation
before the permanent installation.
Why?
1. To decide where to place the outside antenna, the booster and the inside antenna.
2. To determine Route the cable inside
the house.
3. Doing a test installation will simplify
the process if the system you
purchased was not ideal for your
situation. In this event, please contact
us by email, support@SolidRF.ca
STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION
Step 1: Mount the booster outside unit
a. Choose right position
•Find the strongest signal position in the
possible install locations by reading your cell
phone signal bar (see Find Strongest Signal)
•30 cm away from any other metallic objects
•100 cm away from any windows
b. Connect the cables as required (see the
picture below)
•The booster outside unit is integrated with
the outside antenna and the signal amplifier,
ideal to improve system performance.
•Make sure connectors are well screwed in
Caution: The outside antenna can NOT directly
face to the inside antenna. This will result in
possible self oscillation. (see self oscillation
section)
Installation - Step By Step
How does it works
Step 1: The powerful outside antenna captures
a voice and data signal and transfers it to the
booster.
Step 2: The booster receives the signal,
amplifies it and then rebroadcasts the signal by
the inside antenna.
Step 3: Your mobile devices will get a better
signal, never experiencing dropped calls or slow
data speed.
Supported Carriers
•AT&T 2G/3G (HSPA+)
•Verizon 3G
•T-Mobile 2G/3G
•Sprint 3G/4G
•US Cellular 3G
•Metro PCS 3G/4G
•Major Canadian Carriers 2G/3G
•All other carriers using 850MHz and 1900
MHz
Coverage Area
Note: Any cell phone booster has a limit of
amplification power. This depends on the
original output power of the closest cell tower.
Power level
at the outdoor antenna location
Coverage Area
(sq. ft.)
Strong (5 bars on the cellphone) 3000
Medium (3~4 bars on the cellphone) 1200
Weak (1~2 bars on the cellphone) 300
Conduct a Test Installation
Conduct a test instillation to ensure correct
product functioning before permanently
installing the booster.
The test instillation will help to determine the
best location for the inner and outer antenna
and additionally the routing cable
Antenna to Amplifier
Cable to Amplifier
Take note of the direction of the strongest
signal and adjust the angle of the antenna
accordingly
Step 3: Power on the booster
•Plug the power adapter into the power port
on the booster.
•Then plug into a surge protector power strip.
WARNING:
•Do NOT cover the booster body with
anything. This prevents if from cooling
down. If the product becomes overheated,
it will automatically shut off or cause
permanent damage.
•Use only the power supply provided by
SolidRF. Any other non-approved products
by SolidRF of self-made power cables may
damage the booster.
•Connecting the booster directly to the cell
phone with use of an adapter will damage
the cell phone.
•The booster is designed for use in indoor
O N LY.
•Ensure that neither you nor the pole comes
near any power lines during installation.
•The outside antenna must be installed no
higher than 10 meters (32’9”) above ground.
Installation - Step By Step
c. Mount the booster outside unit
c. Set the outside antenna cable into the
building
•Carefully arrange the cable along the outside
of the building and ensure that there are no
folds or kinks
•Fix the cable at each corner
Step 2: Arrange the inside unit
a. Choose right position
•20 cm away from any other metallic objects
•50 cm away from any windows
•Be sure to be far from any heat source
•In a ventilated dry place, temperature range
should be from -20 ℃ to +50 ℃
•The inside antenna should be facing the
location of the signal dead zone/weak signal
area inside the building
b. Screw the outside cable’s connector to the
“ANT2” port of the booster
c. Screw the inside antenna to the “ANT1” port
Power
Switch
OUTSIDE
antenna
Technical Specification
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 SolidRF could void the authority to operate
this equipment.
RF Exposure: The manufacturer’s rated output power of this equipment is for signal 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
is reradiated 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 attenuating at the output of the device.
Frequency
(MHz)
Cellular
( band5)
PCS
(band 25/2)
Uplink 824-849 1850-1915
Downlink 869-894 1930-1995
Gain Uplink 62±2 65±2
Downlink 65±2 68±2
Output power 23±2dBm(Uplink)/0±2dBm(Downlink)
Noise figure <3dB
In-band Flatness <5dB
Weight 0.7Kg
EIRP 1W
Gain adjustment 20dB
Impedance 50 ohm
Operating temperature -20 ℃ to +50 ℃
Current ≦1.5A(12V DC)
Dimension(mm) 155*125*25
This is a CONSUMER device.
BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS DEVICE with your wireless provider and have your provider’s
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.
You MUST operate this device with approved antennas and cables as specified by the manufacturer.
Antennas MUST be installed at least 20 cm (8 inches) from any person.
You MUST cease operating this device immediately if requested by the FCC 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.
WARNING:
ATTENTION: Self Oscillation
We strongly recommend it must achieve the Minimum Required Separation Distance for the
installation. The improper installation could result in possible Self Oscillation.
Minimum Required Separation Distance (MRSD)：6 meters (20 ft ) distance and 1.5 meters ( 5 ft )
vertical height distance.
When the antennas are too close, they
could pick up each others signals,
creating a feedback loop condition,
which is called Self Oscillation.
By FCC regulations, the cell phone
booster would automatically detect this
condition and immediately shut down to
prevent Self Oscillation from damaging
the cellular network.
What is Self Oscillation:
If the booster detects Self Oscillation, it
will not operate until the condition is
corrected. One way to correct Self
Oscillation is to increase separation
distance between the antennas until the
good separation distance is achieved.
Also the antennas can NOT directly face
each other.
How to correct Self Oscillation:
The Self Oscillation could cause interference to the cellular network, The FCC regulations
extremely prohibit cell phone booster users from causing interference to the cellular networks. If
you were contacted by the FCC or any wireless provider – yours or any other – and told your cell
phone booster is causing interference, you must shut it down until you can fix the interference
problem. Under most situation, it is Self Oscillation problem.
Please refer to:
https://www.fcc.gov/wireless-telecommunications/signal-boosters/faq/signal-boosters-faq.
Why is it so important to prevent Self Oscillation:
Antennas Installation Recommended
Antennas Installation Prohibited
Or
Or
≤ 90°
Troubleshooting
Find Strongest Signal
Correct functioning:
•Power Light and Signal Level Light should be solid green
•Every time the booster is powered on, the Status Light will be lit in red. It will turn off
momentarily
•Status Light is off (no mobile devices are in use) or flashing (one or more mobile devices are in
use).
Incorrect functioning:
•Flashing Power Light: please contact the technical support
•Status Light: indicate the booster condition
SOLID RED – self oscillation is occurring. You must switch off the booster and check the
booster system is properly installed by re-checking each step in this manual.
SOLID GREEN – the cable from the inside unit to the outside unit is not correctly connected.
Weather condition:
The booster outside unit, include the amplifier and the outside antenna have an integrated design.
Each are waterproof and no matter rain, snow or fog, they will work properly. However extreme
hot or cold temperatures may cause problems to the booster. Optimal functioning will occur from -
20 ℃ to +50 ℃. Too high or low temperatures beyond this range will cause the booster to lower
output power to avoid damage.
If you can not fix the problem, please contact the technical support or the reseller.
SolidRF Technical Support: Support@SolidRF.ca
Use Cell Phone Only:
•Check the signal indicator on the cell phone display, it takes up to 30 seconds to reset a new
reading. Or place calls from several locations outside the building.
•Read signal strength with numerical value (Smart Phone Only):
iPhone: Dial *3001#12345#* then tap the CALL button, a negative number in the upper left
corne r.
Android Phone: Go to Setting – About Phone – Status (SIM Status) – Signal Strength
It would a negative number instead of the five dots, the range is from -120 (weak) to -65 (strong)
Use Cell Phone During Test Installation:
•One person adjusts the outside directional antenna small angle at a time. Allow 30 seconds for
the phone to react with each turn.
•Second person read the signal strength on the cell phone inside the building.
See Test Installation Section for Find A Cell Tower Nearby
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SolidRF SOHO User manual

Brand
SolidRF
Model
SOHO
Category
Cellular signal boosters
Type
User manual
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