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Imserba Webstore - Wireless Extenders YX510-PCS-CEL Dual-Band Cell Phone-Signal Booster
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List Price: $399.00
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Manufacturer: Wireless Extenders
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Batteries Included: 0
Binding: Wireless Phone Accessory
Brand: Wireless Extenders
Color: white
EAN: 0186639000090
Feature: Extends cellular coverage for single or multiple users in homes or offices--provides up to 2500 square feet of coverage
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Label: Wireless Extenders
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Manufacturer: Wireless Extenders
Model: YX510 PCS/CEL
Publisher: Wireless Extenders
Release Date: 2006-10-17
Special Features: nv:Communications Type^Signal Booster
Studio: Wireless Extenders
Warranty: 1 year warranty from Wireless Extender
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Features
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Extends cellular coverage for single or multiple users in homes or offices--provides up to 2500 square feet of coverage
Dual-band device works with 800/1900 MHz frequencies from all major carriers--AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon, Alltel, Cricket, and more (not compatible with Nextel)
Omni-directional signal antenna receives signals from multiple cell towers
Antenna can be installed outdoors above the roofline or indoors in the attic or near a window
Extends phone battery life--uses less power when signal is stronger
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Fantastic reception
Comment: I bought this as a gift for my son. There has been absolutely no cell phone reception in his home, which has been a problem for both his family as well as any friends or family that were visiting him.
After receiving the gift, it was set up temporarily using the easiest inside installation, which has provided a noticeable improvement. Both my son as well as his visitors are now able to receive/send cell phone calls.
When we get some time, we will be making the installation more permanent using a roof mounting approach to provide a better signal, but there is no question but what this item has done the job.
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Summary: Works, but temper your expectations
Comment: I am happy with the service I get from the wireless extender. I have used it for 2-3 weeks now and find that is does indeed provide me better wireless service than before, but I do think you have to temper expectations and not expect to go from zero to 5 bars.
We have service through ATT with Blackberry, iPhone, and a Razor. We were never able to receive or make calls in our home as we bounced between 1-2 bars. When calls were placed they typically dropped after about 5 minutes of use. I tried other carriers and that didn't make much difference so I decided to give this extender a try. It consistently gives us 1-2 addition bars. So we went bouncing between 3-4 bars, which is just enough boost to make service work. I give this 4 stars as it does work and is easy to install. The one drawback I see is that while it says it puts out a radius of 2400 sqft, the quality varies, which they tell in the instructions is based on walls, placement, etc.
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Summary: Works great for me
Comment: My extender arrived fast and was simple to install. I put it outside on a pole which extends above the highest point of my house. My phone showed one bar outside and no bars inside, now it shows 5 bars inside. The only problem is the phone must stay real close to the extender (4 or 5) feet, this works for me because my cell phones Blutooth talks to my Bluetooth Dock-N-Talk which has a five phone cordless set pluged into it. I don't move my cell or talk on it, I use the regular cordress phones which are in 5 different rooms.
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Summary: Good extender
Comment: I work out of my home and just moved my office to the basement where my cell signal was sub-par (1-2 bars in most areas, no signal in others). This seemed to be the best bang for the buck based on reviews (kept going back to the "you get what you pay for" concept). After installation, I now have coverage in my full basement area with an average improvement of 1 bar, 2 in some areas (i.e., I now have 2-4 bars in most areas and 1-2 in others where there was previously no signal). That to me makes the unit well worth the $300 price tag.
I'll echo review comments I read prior to purchasing which were reinforced after purchasing - read the installation instructions carefully and don't start drilling holes until you've tested and confirmed everything. If you're going to spend this kind of money bettering your cell signal strength, make sure you install the unit correctly. I opted with an outdoor signal antenna install (mounted on the side of the house near the roof) and ran the cable down the house, through the brick, and above the basement drop-ceiling. I also opted to mount the base unit in a closet - this probably diminished my signal slightly (doors / walls will cut the signal strength), but this was a fair trade-off for me to keep it hidden. The instructions are very clear that to get the best signal, you should try to mount the signal antenna outside if possible in a location where you get your best signal - however, the positioning of the base unit is nearly equally important. I found a slight increase in signal strength by re-positioning the base unit within the closet to a location away from metal, other wires, etc. Bottom line is to experiment given your home's setup, how much you need to improve your signal, what is aesthetically acceptable, etc. to determine your best options.
One misnomer in the product description is the coverage area of the base unit. Even when placed in an optimal position (center of the room, 5' high), the coverage area is nowhere near 2500 sq ft coverage it boasts. If this were the case, I should have the same signal anywhere in my basement (well under 2500 sq ft and relatively open floor plan) that I have at the location of my signal antenna (4 bars), and this is not the case. Regardless, the coverage the unit provides works for the application I'm using it for.
All in all, I am pleased with the unit and would recommend it. I'm certain there are products out there that would provide better signal extension, but probably not for this price.
Customer Rating:
Summary: zBoost YX510 worked like it should
Comment: Wanted to get rid of the landline and just use our cell. It helps us go from 2 bars to full scale. As everyone says, just get all the distance you can between the base unit and the outside antenna. Positive for us.
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