3. Installation
3.1 Preparation
a.
Ensure the power to be accessed is within the booster
’s working range:
AC 90V~300V. A separate circuit breaker is recommended.
b.
Ensure there’s sufficient isolation between the donor and service
antennas.
c.
Ensure there are adequate resources to handle the weight of the
booster.
d.
It’s recommended to prepare some jumper cables.
e.
Booster used for outdoor installation is water resistant, but it is possible
that the booster
’s performance may be influenced by weather factors
such as temperature and humidity. It is suggested to install the booster
in an indoor location with good draught. If the booster needs to be
installed outdoor, ensure that there is good draught and will not face
direct sunlight and in a location that stays within - 25
℃
to 55
℃
.
Recommended tools list
Table below lists the recommended tools that will be required for a successful
installation:
Item
Quantity
Item
Quantity
Signal Generator
1
Spectrum Analyzer
1
Test Mobile
1
Laptop
1
50 Ω load (terminator)
2
Electrical Drill
1
Multimeter
1
Spanner
2
Hammer
1
Screwdriver
1
Waterproof glue
1
Safety belt
1
RF arrestor (optional)
1
Other accessories
3.2 Antenna Installation
Selection of the correct antennas is one of the most important aspects for a
successful installation of a booster system. Installation location and
performance/characteristic of the antenna can strongly influence the Rxlev and
RxQual of the intended coverage area.
Rxlev. and RxQual are two important parameters, which describe the power
level and the quality of the GSM signal. Both parameters can be measured
using a testing mobile such as TEMS
®
.