Cellular Signal Boosters Presented by Blake Seese & Laine Matthews
WCI Program Benefits Access to WCI product line (limited to Certified Installers) Listing as a Certified Installer on Wilson Electronics website Free participation in the Wilson lead referral program Access to WCI sales and marketing materials Priority technical support Confidence in the integration of a new product line Create a new revenue stream for CI professionals
Wilson Electronics Overview American manufacturer of communications equipment for over 40 years. Leader in Cellular Signal Booster technology for the last 15 years. Holds multiple patents covering oscillation prevention & carrier cell site protection. Employs over 200 people in St. George, Utah. Provides free U.S. based Technical Support for all its customers. U.S. based design and manufacturing allows the company to maintain highest standards of quality. All products undergo 100% testing prior to delivery to ensure the highest level of quality and performance.
The Problem o Million dollar Energy Star home o State of the art home theater and automation o Brand new iphone o No usable cell signal Why?
Reasons for weak signal Building Materials Radiant barrier insulation, chicken wire and stucco walls, metal studs and roofs, concrete walls and low E windows can all block cellular signal.
Reasons for weak signal Distance from Tower The farther away cellular devices are from the tower, the weaker the signal will be. The result is slower data speeds and connectivity problems. Cell tower
Reasons for weak signal Natural obstructions Mountains, hills, valleys, foliage and other natural obstructions can block and/or weaken cellular signals.
The solution A professionally installed Wilson Electronics cellular signal booster!
Benefits of a Cellular Booster Use cellular devices in previously dead areas Eliminate dropped calls Faster data speeds Longer cell phone battery life No need for internet No extra contract needed Happy customers New revenue stream for professional installers
Opportunity Google reports 900,000 Android activations per day. 335 million cell phones in US equals 104% of the population. One in four cellular users experience connectivity problems. Wilson s new WCI line will be protected, insuring good profit margin. New category: From a customers perspective, who can they call to fix bad cell signal? Who currently has the tools and experience to do these installations?
Common Terms
Cell Phone Signal Cellular signal strength is measured in decibels (db), and will typically range from -50dB to -110dB. The db scale is logarithmic, every 3dB increase doubles the power, -67dB is twice the power of -70dB. Every 6dB will approximately double the coverage distance from the antenna. 0dB
Gain and Loss Gain Gain is the ability of a device to increase the power of a signal. Gain is measured in db (Decibels). It is the power added to the signal by the amplifier or antenna. Loss - Loss, also called attenuation, is any reduction of signal strength. Loss occurs in cables, splitters and connectors. It also occurs when the signal is transmitted through the air. Loss is cumulative, and is subtracted from the signal. Signal in: -100dBm Signal in: -100dBm Gain + 75dB Loss 100 LMR400-5db Signal out: -25dBm Signal out: -105dBm
Oscillation & Overload Oscillation or Feedback Indicated by a solid RED light on the amplifier. Occurs when inside antenna and outside antenna talk to each other, causing an RF loop. Solution is to increase separation of the antennas, or turn down gain on the amplifier. Increasing isolation is the key and can be achieved mechanically in some cases. Overload Indicated by an blinking ORANGE light on the amplifier. Caused by close proximity to a cell tower. The offending tower may be on another network. If working with a directional outside antenna, re-orienting the antenna and or reducing gain may solve the issue.
Impedance Choosing the right cable, 50ohm or 75ohm RG6 Quad Shield RG11 low loss LMR400 low loss Loss per 100 850mhz = 8.30dB 1900mhz = 13.35dB Figure at 10dB/100 F connector 75 ohm Loss per 100 850mhz = 4.75dB 1900mhz = 7.50dB Figure at 6db/100 F connector 75 ohm Loss per 100 850mhz = 4.55dB 1900mhz = 7.00dB Figure at 5.5dB/100 N connector 50 ohm
What is a signal booster? All cellular boosters include three key elements The outside antenna. The amplifier. The inside antenna. Optional components Tap Splitter Lightning Surge Protector Attenuator
How does a signal booster work? Wilson signal boosters are essentially a repeater system which operates transparently on the cellular network. The Amplifier adds power (gain) to the signal in both directions, also called a BDA by some installers. Max gain varies by application. The Outside Antenna transmits and receives signal to the cell tower with increased sensitivity and power. (Generally 7 to 10+ db gain). The Inside Antenna transmits and receives signal to the cell phone or device, also adding gain. (Generally 5 to 7+ db gain). The co-ax cable is the conduit between all the elements of the system and is a cause of loss. Properly designed signal boosters which are FCC type accepted are 100% legal and do not require carrier approval before installation.
Overview See this video at http://www.youtube.com/user/wilsonelectronicsinc
How does a signal booster work? Signal in - 100dBm Antenna Gain 9dB 70db gain Amplifier 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB Antenna Gain 8dB/antenna Signal -100dBm + 9dB = - 91dBm - 6dB = -97dBm + 70dB = -27dBm - 12dB = -39dBm + 8dB = -31dBm Splitter loses 3dB per side. 25 RG6 coax Loss = 3dB Signal out -31dBm/antenna
System Design Site survey and signal map Site survey Start with a floor plan, hand drawn is fine. Include approximate dimensions. Determine the carriers (AT&T, Verizon, etc.) and their frequencies. Record signal strength on floor plan, inside and outside on all sides of building. Mark strongest outside signal on floor plan. Note direction of carriers towers. Mark areas on floor plan requiring improved signal.
2G 3G 4G what does it all mean? Major US carriers and the technology they use: Voice Data Verizon Wireless CDMA, LTE 850mhz/1900mhz 700mhz (LTE) Sprint CDMA, LTE, WI-MAX 1900mhz 800mhz, 2.4ghz (WI-MAX) T-Mobile GSM and HSPA+ 1900mhz 1700mhz/2100mhz (AWS) AT&T GSM, LTE, HSPA+ 850mhz/1900mhz 700mhz, 1700mhz/2100mhz 4G is currently used only for data and is transmitted using LTE, WI-MAX and HSPA+ technologies. Other 4G frequencies include AWS, and 1900mhz G block In most homes, WI-FI will supply the best data speed to the phone. Voice communications, which are transmitted on the 2G & 3G networks are generally the primary concern in the custom home environment.
Finding the frequency Go to WirelessAdvisor.com and enter the zip code of the installation. http://www.wirelessadvisor.com/
Finding the frequency Note the frequencies being used. T-Mobile uses 1900mhz for voice in this area and AT&T is on 850mhz and 1900mhz. The other frequencies listed here are 4G frequencies and will be for data only.
Signal strength Wilson Signal Meter P/N 867501 + Directional Antenna kit To put phone in field test mode, go to www.wilsonelectronics.com and follow the Support tab to test mode instructions or contact Wilson Tech Support at 866-294-1660 Signal meter apps available from Play Store or App store
Using the Signal Detector See this video at http://www.youtube.com/user/wilsonelectronicsinc
Locate the Tower http://www.cellreception.com/
Locate the Tower
System Design Site survey and signal map Site survey Start with a floor plan, hand drawn is fine. Include approximate dimensions. ~1225 Sq. Ft. 35 35
System Design Site survey and signal map Site survey Determine the carriers. (AT&T, Verizon, etc.) ~1225 Sq. Ft. AT&T, T mobile 35 35
System Design Site survey and signal map Site survey Record signal strength on floor plan, inside and outside on all sides of building. -86dBm AT&T -83dBm T mobile 35-107dBm AT&T -105dBm T mobile ~1225 Sq. Ft. AT&T, T mobile 850 &1900-97dBm AT&T -92dBm T mobile 35
System Design Site survey and signal map Site survey Note the best locations for inside and outside antennas. -86dBm AT&T -83dBm T mobile A null zone exists in a narrow cone under the outside antenna. In locations where separation is not adequate, you can use the null zone to achieve isolation. 35 ~1225 Sq. Ft. AT&T, T mobile -97dBm AT&T -92dBm T mobile 35
Antennas 1) Outside antennas - Directional (Yagi) - Omni-directional 3) Inside antennas - Panel (wall/ceiling mount) - Dome
Orienting the outside antenna See this video at http://www.youtube.com/user/wilsonelectronicsinc
Installation Principals 1. Always point the Outside Antenna and Inside Antenna away from each other. This helps maintain isolation between the antennas. Additional isolating materials may be necessary. 2. Vertical separation helps increase isolation. 3. Directional antennas provide better isolation than omni directional antennas. 4. Keep cable runs as short as possible to minimize loss. 5. Other carriers may have towers closer to your customers location which can cause overload. 6. If practical, do a soft installation of the equipment first.
Which Booster? Each installation will be unique, but selecting the correct amplifier and antennas is not difficult. In most cases, a dual band amplifier (WCI1065/75) will be the correct choice. Antennas will typically be the Panel inside and the Wide Band Directional outside. Make sure you know what frequencies are needed. Go to http://www.wirelessadvisor.com/ and enter the zip code of the installation. Locate the carriers and note the frequencies. You can also call Wilson Tech Support for assistance at 866-294-1660. How large is the building or desired coverage area? How many floors? Larger areas will likely require higher gain boosters. How strong is the signal outside of the building? The stronger the outside signal, the more coverage the booster will be able to provide. This will help confirm booster selection as well as determine the number of inside antennas and/or inline boosters that will be needed.
Soft Installation There are two purposes for a soft installation: 1. To help map out expected in-building coverage and to tune for maximum inbuilding coverage. Also, it helps work out any unforeseen bugs or issues that may arise during installation. 2. A soft install can be a useful sales tool. By setting up the system and showing the customer the before and after results, it demonstrates to the customer just what a difference a signal booster can make in their building. By switching the signal booster on and off, the customer can see in real time on their own phone, the results and how much improved signal they are receiving.
Soft Installation See this video at http://www.youtube.com/user/wilsonelectronicsinc
Understanding The Lights 15 Minute installation period. Blinking green The booster is operating properly. After the 15 min. installation period, lights will go solid green. Solid red If either of the two lights are red, the booster has shut down to prevent oscillation. This means that more separation will be needed between the antennas. Reducing the gain on the band showing red lights will also help, but it will result in a decreased coverage area. Blinking orange/amber The booster is experiencing receiver overload due to close proximity of a cell tower. If using a directional outside antenna, start by pointing the antenna away from the nearby tower until the lights go green. The gain can also be reduced on the corresponding band(s) until the lights go green, but will result in a decreased coverage area.
Understanding The Lights See this video at http://www.youtube.com/user/wilsonelectronicsinc
Gain adjustment The adjustable gain controls allow the installer to set separate gain levels for the 800 MHz and 1900 MHz frequencies as needed, if antenna placement options are limited. Remember, reducing the gain to correct oscillation or overload will reduce the coverage area of each inside antenna.
Installation Goal Sketch out your system and check your theoretical coverage area. Try to achieve at least -20dBm at each inside antenna Signal in - 100dBm Antenna Gain 9dB 70db gain Amplifier 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB Splitter loses 3dB per side. Antenna Gain 8dB/antenna 25 RG6 coax Loss = 3dB Signal -100dBm + 9dB = - 91dBm - 6dB = -97dBm + 70dB = -27dBm - 12dB = -39dBm + 8dB = -31dBm Signal out -31dBm/antenna
Coverage area chart X 1900mhz 850mhz
Determine the correct product for the installation Re-figured with a 75 db gain amplifier plus a 17dB In-Line Booster Signal in - 100dBm Antenna Gain 9dB 75db gain Amplifier 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB +17dB In-line Booster Antenna Gain 8dB/antenna 806215 Signal -100dBm + 9dB = - 81dBm - 6dB = -87dBm + 75dB = -12dBm - 12dB = -24dBm + 8dB = -26dBm 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB Splitter loses 3dB per side. 25 RG6 coax Loss = 3dB Signal out -26dBm / antenna -9dBm w In-line
Coverage area chart X X 1900mhz 850mhz
Determine the correct product for the installation Sketch out your system and check your theoretical coverage area. Try to achieve at least -20dBm at each inside antenna. Signal in - 74dBm Antenna Gain 9dB 65db gain Amplifier 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB Splitter loses 3dB per side. Antenna Gain 8dB/antenna 25 RG6 coax Loss = 3dB Signal -74dBm + 9dB = - 65dBm - 6dB = -71dBm + 65dB = -6dBm - 12dB = -18dBm + 8dB = -10dBm Signal out -10dBm / antenna
Coverage area chart X X 1900mhz 850mhz
Adding additional inside antennas Adding additional inside antennas to a signal booster will require the use of splitters and/or taps. -3dB -4.8dB -6dB Splitters A splitter will have an even division of signal to each port. Wilson offers 2, 3, and 4 way splitters. Taps Are splitters that have an uneven division signal. There is a tap port (-10dB) and a pass thru port (-0.5dB). -10 db Tap (859907) 50 ohm -10 db Tap (859907) 75 ohm
Adding additional inside antennas Signal in - 82dBm Antenna Gain 9dB 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB Are these results satisfactory? 75db gain Amplifier -17dBm -22.5dBm -21dBm -10dB 1 2 3 4 50 RG6 coax Loss = 6dB Assume all cables 5dB loss -3dB/port -0.5dB
In-Line Booster See this video at http://www.youtube.com/user/wilsonelectronicsinc
Installing the in-line booster **For use with a 75Ω system, two (2) of the connectors 971128 (N Male to F Female) will be needed to adapt to RG6 coaxial cable.
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System at a glance 304475 Wide band directional MSRP $99.95 859976-10dB Tap MSRP $99.95 859992 75ohm Lightning Surge MSRP $99.95 Panel ceiling/wall MSRP $99.95 75ohm System 65dB or 75dB Amp MSRP $579.95 65dB MSRP $999.95 75dB 301155 WC1065/75-3dB Super Splitter MSRP $99.95 859993 In-Line Amp MSRP $239.95 N to F Adaptor MSRP $7.95-4.8dB Super Splitter X 3 MSRP $109.95 806215 971128 859994
System at a glance 304411 Wide band directional MSRP $99.95 859907-10dB Tap MSRP $99.95 859902 50ohm Lightning Surge MSRP $99.95 Panel ceiling/wall MSRP $99.95 50 ohm System AG Pro 75dB Amp MSRP $999.95 301135 801280-3dB Super Splitter MSRP $99.95 859957 In-Line Amp MSRP $239.95 AG Pro Quint 75dB Amp MSRP $TBD -4.8dB Super Splitter X 3 MSRP $109.95 806215 859980 803570
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