NEXTIVITY G41-BE Antenna Signal Booster User Guide
- June 1, 2024
- NEXTIVITY
Table of Contents
- NEXTIVITY G41-BE Antenna Signal Booster
- Product Specifications
- Product Usage Instructions
- Frequently Asked Questions
- REQUIRED HARDWARE
- Included in the Box
- Quick Installation
- Advanced Installation
- LED STATUS
- Troubleshooting
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
NEXTIVITY G41-BE Antenna Signal Booster
Product Specifications
- User Interface: LED and LAN LED
- Authorized Antennas: Wideband Directional Antenna, Wideband Panel Antenna, Whip Antenna, Indoor Omni Antenna, LP SISO Indoor Omni Antenna, A32-V32-200, A52-V32-100, A21-100-100 Donor Antenna, Server Antenna
- Kit Number : G41-BE-003
Product Usage Instructions
Installation:
- Ensure proper safety measures are taken when working on a ladder, lift, or roof.
- Mount the GO G41 using the provided Mounting Screws and Drywall Anchors on standard drywall. Check for any interfering objects behind the drywall.
- Consider the Soft-Install Option before permanent mounting to optimize the setup using the WAVE App guidance.
- For antenna kitting, use the authorized antennas mentioned above.
How it Works:
The product enhances in-building cellular coverage. Contact the distributor
or visit www.nextivityinc.com for kit options, antennas, or cables.
Included in the Box:
- GO G41
- AC Adapter
- Mounting Screws (4)
- Drywall Anchors (4)
Frequently Asked Questions
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What do the different LED statuses indicate?
Solid GREEN LED indicates the unit is working properly, Blinking GREEN shows it is scanning for networks, Blinking RED/ORANGE indicates an error condition, Blinking or Solid RED means no power, and LED OFF implies no connection. -
What should I do if the unit cannot find a signal to boost?
If the PWR LED blinks GREEN for over 10 minutes, try troubleshooting with the WAVE App for assistance. -
Where can I find additional authorized antennas for the GO G41?
More Nextivity authorized antennas are available at https://nextivityinc.com/antennas/ including A11-V43-100 and A11-H43-201.
REQUIRED HARDWARE
NOTE: This package comes equipped with Mounting Screws and Drywall Anchors for mounting to standard drywall. Before installing, ensure there are no wires, other objects, or metal plates behind the drywall that may interfere with the anchors, screws, or mounted units.
Soft-Install Option: Before permanently mounting system components, temporarily place the antennas, GO G41, and cables, allowing for changes while optimizing the set up using WAVE App guidance. Longer cables or different antennas may be available from your supplier, if needed.
Antenna Kitting: The following antennas are authorized to be used with GO G41:
Example Installation
How it Works: Enhances in-building cellular coverage. For kit options,
antennas, or cables, contact distributor or visit www.nextivityinc.com.
Basic Functionality: The CEL-FI GO G41 connects to a Donor Antenna to
receive signals from a chosen operator’s cellular network. It amplifies the
signals through one or more server antennas for coverage where needed. The
donor antenna is placed where there is a strong signal, preferably outdoors
and positioned high. A cable splitter can connect additional server antennas
for wider coverage. The WAVE App for smartphones and tablets is used to select
the operator, help aim the donor antenna, and monitor performance.
Included in the Box
Antennas & Cabling Sold Separately
Quick Installation
- Select Donor Antenna Location
Using a cellphone for the operator you wish to boost, find a donor antenna location with the best signal quality. Phone signal bars and Internet speed tests work great (disable Wi-Fi when testing). Outdoors, higher up, and away from the server antenna is best. Test on different sides of the building, or consider an attic, upper window, or room with good service. Then install the donor antenna there.
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Select Server Antenna Location
Install the server antenna where service is needed. This is typically a ceiling antenna or panel antenna laying face down on the ceiling drywall. Choose an open area for best propagation, far from the donor antenna. In larger spaces, use a splitter with low loss cable to feed multiple server antennas.
Make sure both antenna cables will reach the GO G41 mounting location in the next step, or consider longer cables. -
Mount the GO G41 & Connect Cables
Mount the GO G41 where power is available, using the supplied Drywall Anchors and Mounting Screws. Connect the donor and server antenna cables to the correct ports. Lightly torque the antenna cable connectors with a small wrench. Damage may result if over-tightened. Waterproof exterior connections and cable.
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Connect the GO G41 to Power
Connect the DC Power Cable into the GO G41 and secure it with Power cable clamp. Plug in the AC Adapter. The Status LEDs on the GO G41 will begin to blink. -
Commission with the WAVE App
Download the WAVE App and allow it to connect to the GO G41. Follow the guided steps to select the operator to boost, aim the donor antenna, resolve alarms, and optimize performance.
Scan to Download:
The WAVE App is available for smartphones and tablets.
Advanced Installation
- For best results, separate the Donor and Server Antenna(s) as much as possible. Antenna separation (isolation) can be achieved with either physical distance or walls and floors between the antennas.
- Make sure any cables, splitters, and antennas used in the system are properly matched. (CEL-FI GO G41 is rated for 50 Ω)
- Many system configurations are possible, with up to four server antennas per GO G41 using low loss coaxial cable.
- Please Note: The LAN port on the GO G41 is for certified professional installers only.
- Copyright © 2023 by Nextivity, Inc., U.S. Patents pending. All rights reserved. The Nextivity and CEL-FI logos are registered trademarks of Nextivity, Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks listed belong to their respective owners. Designed by Nextivity, Inc. in California.
LED STATUS
User Interface LED and LAN ? LED to indicate status.
| MEANING
---|---
Solid GREEN| The unit is working and boosting properly.
Blinking GREEN| Unit is scanning for networks to boost.
Blinking RED- ORANGE| Start-up sequence.
Blinking or Solid RED| The unit is in an error condition. Use the WAVE App
to check the error meaning and remedy.
LED OFF| No power.
? LED| MEANING
Solid GREEN| Connected with IP address.
Blinking GREEN| Physical link up, no IP address.
Blinking RED| Physical connection, error condition.
LED OFF| No connection.
Troubleshooting
| ISSUE | ACTION |
|---|
Unit cannot find a signal to boost (PWR LED blinks GREEN for over 10
minutes).| • Check the WAVE App for error messages, and check that an
operator has been selected in Settings. Check donor antenna, cable,
connections, and aim antenna. You may have to wait up to one hour if the unit
is powering up for the first time.
WAVE App will not connect to the GO G41.| • Make sure Bluetooth is enabled
on your phone. Restart Bluetooth. Reinstall/retry WAVE App.
No LAN activity| • The LAN port is only available to certified installers
with WAVE Portal access.
All other issues| • Unplug and reinsert power.
• Connect WAVE App for guidence.
References
- Nextivity - Smart Signal Boosters for Cellular, Critical Comms, HPUE, and Private LTE
- CEL-FI Antennas & Mounts - Nextivity
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