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YX500-Series Wireless Extender
Cell Phone Signal Booster:
Wireless Where You Want It!!
Wi-Ex™ YX500-Series units support either Cellular (800 MHz) or PCS-based (1900 MHz) cell phones, but not NEXTEL or iDEN phones . In many cases, you can visit www.wirelessadvisor.com, enter your zip code and locate your service provider to find your coverage frequency.
Major service providers such as T-Mobile, Metro PCS, Suncom, Cricket and Sprint operate on the 1900MHz band. Therefore, the YX500-PCS is the correct model for you. Other major carriers like Cingular and Verizon can operate on both 800 and 1900MHz frequencies. Therefore, it is important to determine what frequency your provider is operating at in your local area.
- Improves cell phone signal through signal amplification in your home or office
- Improves coverage up to 2,500 sqare feet**
- Extends battery life
- Replaces expensive landline phones
- Reduces or eliminates static & dropped calls
** Square footage may vary depending on the signal outside, type of building, foliage, installation quality and other factors. If you have larger coverage needs, we have upgraded antenna options designed to improve your coverage.
| YX500-PCS |
YX500-CEL |
| 1900 MHz Only |
800MHz Only |
$219.95 + FREE Shipping
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| The YX500-Series DOES NOT benefit iDENTM (trademark Motorola), NextelTM (trademark Nextel Communications Corp). You will need a separate product for that when it becomes available.
**NOTE: THIS MODEL WORKS FOR PCS CELLULAR PHONES ONLY!! IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A PCS CELL PHONE, PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE THIS ITEM!!
Accessories for YX500-PCS (1900MHz):
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YX024-PCS - 7dBi Directional Base Unit Antenna upgrade
($69.99)
Provides additional inside coverage by boosting signal strength in the direction it is pointed to cover larger living/working areas.
(Approximately 2,500-3,000 square feet)
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*We only recommend extending your cable length if it allows you to locate the Signal Antenna in a location with better reception. When using over 60 feet of cable, we recommend upgrading to a stronger Signal Antenna to prevent signal degradation. |
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Multiple Wireless Applications:
• Sending & receiving calls
• Sending & receiving text messages
• Instant messaging
• Picture mail
• Internet usage from your cell phone
• PDA interactive messaging
• 3G high-speed data
• Downloading software
• Security systems backup
Product Reviews:
PocketNow.com: Short Take - Wireless Extenders YX500-PCS
Infomation Week: Get Outdoor - Quality Cell Reception Indoors
YX500-Series FAQ's
Installation Instructions |
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YX500-PCS Specifications |
YX500-CEL Specifications |
Frequency |
1850-1990 MHz (PCS only) |
Frequency |
824-894 MHz (Cellular) |
Networks |
CDMA, GSM, & TDMA |
Networks |
CDMA, GSM, & TDMA AMPS, GPRS, EDGE, 1xRTT,EVDO |
Total Signal Gain |
60dB (adaptive) |
Total Signal Gain |
57dB (adaptive) |
Output Power |
<0.5 Watt EiRP (w/included antenna) |
Output Power |
<0.5 Watt EiRP (w/included antenna) |
Unit Weight |
1 lb |
Unit Weight |
1 lb |
Unit Size |
5" x 7" x 2" |
Unit Size |
5" x 7" x 2" |
Power Input |
100-120 VAC 60 Hz |
Power Input |
100-120 VAC 60 Hz |
Power Output |
5VDC, 1.5A |
Power Output |
5VDC, 1.5A |
Signal Antenna Cable |
Outdoor rated 75Ω DBS satellite coaxial cable, F-male
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Signal Antenna Cable |
Outdoor rated 75Ω DBS satellite coaxial cable, F-male
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Base Unit Antenna Cable |
50Ω coaxial cable, TNC male |
Base Unit Antenna Cable |
50Ω coaxial cable, TNC male |
| FCC Approved |
FCC Approved |
Industry Canada Approved |
Industry Canada Approved |
UL Approved |
UL Approved |
Patents Pending |
Patents Pending |
UL Approved |
UL Approved |
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Click here for graphic installation instruction in PDF format.
Basic Installation Instructions
- Confirm that your phone operates in the PCS (1900MHz) band.
- Check your signal strength. Make sure you can use your cell phone outside. If you do not have a signal outside, your coverage cannot be improved inside.
- Place the base unit in the room you need the most improvement of your cell phone signal. For multiple rooms, select a central location.
- Attach the antenna at the highest point possible inside an attic location. Additional equipment is required for non-attic installations.
- Attach the coaxial cable to the antenna.
- Run the coaxial cable down to the base unit.
- Attach the coaxial cable to the base unit.
- Plug the base unit into an AC outlet.
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The YX500-PCS kit includes an Omni directional indoor antenna that can be adjusted to provide optimal coverage.
To provide the best coverage horizontally in all directions, adjust the antenna so that it is vertical.
This optimal coverage pattern is shown above in light green color. |
To modify the coverage pattern, adjust the Omni indoor antenna away from the vertical position as shown above.
This example shows the base unit and antenna mounted on the outer wall of the building, allowing for coverage area on the floor above.
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The YX024-PCS is an optional indoor directional antenna used to provide a more focused coverage area in the direction of your choice. Simply point the directional antenna toward the direction you want to cover.
Unlike the Omni directional antenna, the YX024-PCS directional antenna has a minimal coverage pattern on the backside of the antenna. |
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