Uniden UM50 Cellular Signal Booster Installation Guide
- August 27, 2024
- Uniden
Table of Contents
Uniden UM50 Cellular Signal Booster
QUICK INSTALL OVERVIEW
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Outdoor Antenna – Select Location
The ideal location for the outdoor antenna is on the roof of the building or a mast structure. The antenna should be placed in a manner that allows it to capture the best possible cellular signal. -
Outdoor Coaxial Cable – Select Location
Connect the outdoor coaxial cable to the connection on the back of the outdoor antenna and run the cable to the Uniden Booster and attach it to the connector labelled “outdoor” on the Uniden Booster. -
Lightning Surge Protector – (sold separately)
The lightning surge protector connects in between the outdoor antenna and the Uniden Booster. The lightning surge protector can be installed indoors or outdoors. When connecting outdoors, install the lightning surge protector inline between the outdoor antenna and the outdoor coaxial cable. When connecting indoors, install the lightning surge protector inline between the outdoor coaxial cable and the Uniden Booster. -
Indoor Antenna
The ideal location for the indoor antenna will be the area of your property where you need to improve the signal most.
Note: The signal strength will be strongest closest to the antenna.
Whip Antenna – connect the whip antenna directly to the Uniden Booster to the connector labelled “indoor”.
Panel or Dome Antenna – mount to wall or ceiling in your selected location and attach to coaxial cable that is connected to the Uniden Booster. -
Indoor Coaxial Cable – (if used)
Connect the indoor coaxial cable to the connector labelled “indoor” on the Uniden Booster. Run the cable to the location of your indoor antenna and attach it to the connector on the back of the indoor antenna. -
Uniden Booster – Select Location
Install the Uniden Booster in an area that is protected from the weather, properly ventilated and is away from excessive heat and moisture. -
Commissioning The System:
A. Before powering up the Uniden Booster, be sure that all connections are tight and confirm the power adapter is connected to the AC 110 volt line.
B. Power on the Uniden Booster by connecting the power adapter to the device.
C. Check the status of the alarm LED lights and be sure they are all green.
IMPORTANT: LIGHTNING SURGE PROTECTOR MUST BE GROUNDED.
Connect a ground wire to the appropriate place on the lightning surge
protector and connect the other end to verified ground source.
- Outside Antenna
- Surge Protector
- Booster
- Inside Antenna
- Splitter
(if using multiple Antennas)
6 & 7 Inside Antennas (optional antennas for additional coverage)
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