Solving Cellular Coverage Issues

The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide

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Why Does Poor Cellular Coverage Exist Today?
Cellular signals can be inhibited or blocked by trees, hills, building materials, and bad weather — regardless of the carrier you use.

Building Materials Brick Concrete Walls

Block Reception

Metal LEED Certified Glass

Obstruction
from Tower Mountains Buildings

Weather Trees

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How common is poor in-building cellular coverage?
Spotty indoor cellular coverage and dead zones are nothing new. In fact, many of us have experienced these first hand as employees
or customers.

Source Zinwave 2017

Frequency of Workers Experiencing Bad Cellular Coverage

83% 82%
77% 80%

66%

Healthcare Hospitality Retail Office Warehouse/Distribution

Poor Cellular Coverage is Not an Option
The world has moved to mobile... personal, professional, and public safety initiatives all employ cellular, all the time. But there are
answers to this problem.

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Understanding the Problem: Check Your Signal Strength
Cell Phone Bars
The bars on your handset or tablet can be confusing as they do not always show raw signal strength, as one might expect. Almost
all mobile manufacturers have their own algorithm to calculate things like signal strength, signal-to-noise ratio (SiNR), and channel
loading among other things. The bars on the phone often paint an inaccurate picture, or don’t tell the whole story.

Check Your Raw Signal Strength

Every mobile device has different algorithms for selecting bars and the method of putting your phone into Field Test Mode. Placing your
phone into Field Test Mode will allow you to view raw signal strength. Raw signal is the only way to get true signal strength readings
from most smartphones. Additionally, there are a variety of free applications that provide some deeper insight into the signal quality.

Deciphering What Raw Signal Strength Means to You

Keep in mind, a larger number is a stronger signal. For example, -75 is stronger than -100.. For example, if your signal strength jumps
from -111 to -100 with Cel-Fi your signal is 10 times stronger than it was without Cel-Fi.

The cellular scale is not 0 to 100, but the range of usable cellular LTE signal is -120dBm (just barely usable) to -60dBm (about the best
you will find).

WEAK: -105 dB Signal Receive Power (RSRP) STRONG:: -64 dB Received Signal Strength
HEALTHIER: +5.4 dB SiNR Signal Quality POOR:: -1.5 dB SiNR Signal Quality

Our Goal is the Best Donor Signal

Some handsets may take signal quality into account when calculating the number of signal “bars” to display. This makes sense
because signal quality drives data rates and the user experience more than raw received signal strength.

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Understanding the Solutions: Hype vs Reality

The Hype: Wi-Fi Calling can be used anywhere, anytime.

Wi-Fi Calling The Reality: No, it can’t.

Wi-Fi Calling is only available in some contexts. An underlying problem is that many enterprises experience poor Quality of
Service (QoS). Wi-Fi spectrum is unlicensed, best effort, and hotly contended for by all of the new IoT things connecting to
Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi 6 helps, but it’s still Wi-Fi.

In a business context, Wi-Fi is sufficient as a data layer only. Wi-Fi Calling only works with certain cellular devices, it’s quirky in
practice, and those devices need to be attached to the WLAN.

There can also be issues relating to the handover of cellular calls when a caller is on the move. Managed Wi-Fi services help,
but Wi-Fi calling may not be good enough for some enterprise applications or specific business demands. After one or two
important call drops or misses, many enterprises move away from Wi-Fi-first calling strategy.

The Hype: Call your carrier, order a small cell or two. Simply drop
them into your building and connect them to the
Small Cell Internet. Problem solved!
The Reality: It’s not quite that simple.
Outdoor small cells are going to be ubiquitous as a core part of the 5G networks. Indoors, small cells are a mixed bag. Some
operators are incorporating small cells into their strategies, others are less confident. They continue to improve each year with
advanced technologies, such as interference cancellation and SON (self-organizing network) capabilities. Unlike Wi-Fi, which
can be quite inexpensive, small cells (i.e. femtocells and picocells) are typically $3K to $5K each for the hardware, with 5G
being more. Not all small cells are created equal in terms of ease of setup and performance.

There are a few key issues related to small cells.

First, similar to Wi-Fi, the coverage footprint is highly dependent on the interior layout of the indoor space, specific alignments,
and other factors that may inhibit the spread of the signal.

Second is backhaul. In addition to a general bandwidth requirement (30-40mbps+), some small cells actually require specific
and detailed IP settings that may require professional-grade IT skills to install, setup, and maintain.

Third is performance. Although small cells have improved, users can still experience dead or poor-performance spots within
a facility as a result of interference. And they are still point solutions. It can be impossible to meet the coverage distribution
needs of an entire space with one or two small cells, due to common interior signal blockers.

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 The Hype: aDAS is expensive, but high performance. In all but the
largest installations (1MM square feet and above), aDAS
Active DAS is not a viable solution
(aDAS)
The Reality: There’s some truth to that, with exceptions.
In some areas the hype and the reality are fairly well-aligned. aDAS is expensive and it is high performance. Some aDAS
providers are working on smaller footprint solutions for the middleprise (mid-sized enterprise) space. While capex costs are
coming down, aDAS still requires an infrastructure ecosystem, which adds to the cost and time to deploy. Most active DAS
products utilize fiber, which adds substantial cost, up to 10x the cost of category or coax cable.

One of the biggest challenges with any DAS installation is establishing the signal source(s). Typically multiple network
operators need to be included, which means multiple retransmission agreements/contracts, to support a maximum number
of users, so it is not uncommon for an aDAS project to require 12 to 18 months before it even gets off the ground.

The Hype: Passive DAS is the most cost-effective way to improve

Passive DAS in-building cellular coverage.
(pDAS)
The Reality: It has its limits and can cost you more than you think.
Passive DAS differs from active DAS in that it pulls its donor signal (the signal source) off-air or “over-the-air” (OTA) from the
macro network. It requires less equipment, setup, and maintenance than aDAS. What’s often not mentioned is that pDAS
doesn’t add any capacity to the macro network – a problem in environments with a large number of active users, and one
reason network operators do not normally endorse pDAS.

Because of technology limitations, performance can vary from one operator to the next in the same system. This is due the
technology’s inability to manage different RF signal strengths effectively.

pDAS is an analog system in which cellular signals are distributed over coax cable and transmitted through regular antennas.
Newer distribution methodologies that use category cable are substantially easier to work with and deploy, reducing costs
and time-to-market.

Active DAS The Hype: It hasn’t hit mainstream yet.

Hybrid (hDAS)
The Reality: It’s a Carrier Grade Solution being used for the last de-
or Smart Signal cade with solutions ranging from Mobile to SMB to
Booster Middleprise.
Smart Signal Boosters are used in both plug & play environments and more IT centric installs using passive antenna
elements. These are the highest-grade solutions available to this market, and function at up to 1000x dB more gain than
the nearest competitor.

All-digital active DAS hybrid systems are increasingly being deployed to address the in-building cellular coverage demands of
the middleprise market. These systems can be used in off-air mode or tethered to a small cell to achieve uniform coverage and
capacity distribution, both at a far lower price than traditional DAS. New , multi-carrier all-digital active DAS hybrid solutions
hit the market in 2020, and have added an entirely new dimension to affordable in –building cellular coverage for Enterprise.

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What is Smart Cellular Coverage?

Award-winning Cel-Fi Products

Nextivity Inc., develops the award-winning Cel-Fi products that optimize cellular coverage in enterprise, business,
residential, and transportation applications. Cel-Fi products are self-configuring, carrier-approved, and unconditionally
network safe; leveraging the IntelliBoost chipset to deliver the industry’s highest gain at the lowest cost per square foot.
Cel-Fi is authorized by 200 carriers.

Best in Performance
Cel-Fi solutions are carrier-grade, and can perform at a level that is 1,000 times stronger.

Cel-Fi WAVE Portal

• Data modeling and reporting
• Cel-Fi device and asset management
• Mobile applications
• Globally trusted carrier-grade security
• Users can access the Cel-Fi WAVE portal through the dashboard interface.

Network Safe
 elf-organizing edge intelligence ensures that Cel-Fi does not interfere with other indoor wireless products such
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as Wi‑Fi routers, Small Cells, and Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS). High speed Automatic Gain Control ensures
that Cel‑Fi is unconditionally network safe, and enables more simultaneous calls and higher data speeds.

IntelliBoost™ Chipset
The Nextivity IntelliBoost™ baseband processor is the first six-core processor designed
specifically to optimize the indoor transmission and reception of 3G, 4G, and 5G wireless
signals. With advanced equalization and echo-cancellation techniques, Nextivity has developed
an architecture which delivers unprecedented in-building data rates and pervasive voice and data
connectivity. The IntelliBoost processor ensures that Cel-Fi products never negatively impact the
macro network while providing maximum coverage.

Ease of Setup
Cel-Fi solutions are designed to be the easiest solutions in their class to set up. Leverage Cel-Fi tools to set up
and install, and the core technology that does the math for you.

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The Cel-Fi Product Line for Individual Markets

The Most Advanced Technology for Improving Cellular Coverage

The Cel-Fi product line is the best solution available on the market today for addressing the universal challenge of poor cellular
coverage in the office, at home, or on the road. Built for carriers, integrators, and IT professionals, Cel-Fi offers an exceptional coverage
footprint and is carrier-approved for 3G/4G/LTE voice and data.

ENTERPRISE

Cel-Fi QUATRA 4000 / 4000I Cel-Fi QUATRA 2000 / 1000I Cel-Fi SOLO Stationary
Active DAS Hybrid Active DAS Hybrid Smart Signal Booster

INDUSTRIAL& REMOTE

Cel-Fi GO+ / GO X Stationary Cel-Fi GO Stationary

Industrial Smart Signal Booster Industrial Smart Signal Booster Cel-Fi Antennas Indoor & Outdoor

HOME & SMALL BUSINESS

Cel-Fi PRO Cel-Fi DUO / DUO+ Cel-Fi PRIME

Plug & Play Smart Signal Booster Plug & Play Smart SignalBooster 1-2 Room Smart Signal Booster

PUBLIC SAFETY

Cel-Fi QUATRA RED Cel-Fi GO RED Cel-Fi GO RED

Public Safety ERRCS Solution Portable Partner Kits FirstNet Booster

MOBILE

Cel-Fi GO+ / GO X Stationary Cel-Fi GO Stationary Cel-Fi Mobile Antennas

Industrial Smart Signal Booster Industrial Smart Signal Booster RV, Trucker, Marine, & Vehicle

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Cel-Fi QUATRA for Their Enteprise Needs

Spotty cellular coverage, poor voice quality, dropped calls, and dead zones
continue to plague employees and visitors in middleprise buildings. Cel-Fi Highest Coverage Gain: Up 100 dB Max Gain
QUATRA is an Active DAS Hybrid that solves this problem. It is an affordable,
Dual Mode: Supercell or Off-Air Mode
all-digital solution. It provides uniform, high quality cellular signal throughout
building, scalable to the size needed Cel-FI QUATRA is carrier approved and All Digital: Cat5e PoE / RFoE Solution
guaranteed network safe. Unlike older analog boosters and passive DAS
technology, Cel‑Fi QUATRA delivers a cellular signal that is up to 1000x Scalable: Multi-Carrier - 75,000 ft2 per Network Unit
stronger, utilizing CAT 5e cabling for RF and Power over Ethernet, with no signal
attenuation right to the perimeter of the building. QUATRA can be installed in Network Safe: Carrier Approved
just days (compared to months typical of other solutions), and at a price point
that meets the middleprise budgetOverview

Cel-Fi QUATRA
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Which Cel-Fi QUATRA do you need for your building?
Off Air Configuration
Cel-Fi QUATRA can be installed off-air, using either a MIMO panel or omni donor antenna to provide high-quality in‑building wireless
connectivity. Cel-Fi QUATRA can be deployed by installers or IT personnel with Cat5e skills (no RF engineering skills needed). Cel-Fi
QUATRA is a scalable solution that utilizes one or multiple NUs, depending on the environment and size of the space, with up to four
distributed CUs connected to each NU.

Supercell Configuration
A Supercell is comprised of a Cel-Fi QUATRA system connected to a small cell. Multiple Cel‑Fi QUATRA systems can be connected to a
single small cell, or multiple small cells, to form a coordinated Supercell. A Supercell with Cel-Fi QUATRA is more efficient than multiple
small cells, and the CUs of a Cel-Fi QUATRA system connected to a Supercell do not interfere with one another.

Passive DAS Components

When a building’s layout could be better serviced by an array of focused, targeted antennas, Cel-Fi QUATRA can be deployed with
passive DAS element. CUs can be deployed with up to 6 omni antenna remotes used to drive passive DAS branches. This deployment
option is particularly well suited for environments with irregular shapes where the RF coverage needs to be shaped to match the
building geometry.

Products:
Cel-Fi QUATRA 4000i Cel-Fi QUATRA 4000 Cel-Fi QUATRA 2000 Cel-Fi QUATRA 1000
Multi-Carrier Multi-Carrier Dual Carrier Single Carrier

Network Unit Coverage Unit Network Unit Coverage Unit Network Unit Coverage Unit Network Unit Coverage Unit

Scalable Coverage Unit Donor Source Coverage

Carrier Max Options All-Digital
Model Coverage per per Network Antenna Options Bands
Support Gain RFoE
Family Network Unit Unit (passive elements Supported
Capability (up to dB) Off-Air Supercell & PoE
(up to Sq. Ft.) (up to Sq. Ft.) Mode Mode available)

Q4000i Included 2/4/5/12/13/25

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Q4000 Included
Multi 75,000 6 100 Yes Yes Yes 2/4/5/12/13/25
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Q2000 Dual 50,000 4 100 Yes No Internal / External Yes 2/4/5/12/13/25

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Acessories:

Cel-Fi Blade Antenna Cel-Fi QUATRA 1000 & 2000 Cel-Fi QUATRA 4000 Cel-Fi
(Included) Range Extender Range Extender Mount

Cel-Fi Wideband Omni Cel-Fi COMPASS Cel-Fi LPDA / LPDA-R (for QUATRA 4000)
Donor Antenna High-Gain Antenna

Cel-Fi Directional Antenna Cel-Fi MIMO Panel Cel-Fi Low-Profile Cel-Fi MIMO
Antenna Antenna Panel Antenna

I N S TA L L S TA G E S
Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4:
Survey & Plan Cable & Install (Use new or existing LAN) Plug It In Commission

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 Smart
Signal
Booster (Model No: H41)

Spec Video Case Studies

Solving Cellular Problems for Small Enterprise & Large Residence

The Cel-Fi SOLO Smart Signal Booster is designed to solve cellular coverage problems for voice and data. Cel-Fi SOLO is an easy to
install solution, that is based on the Intelliboost® chipset. The award-winning architecture is known for being best in performance and
unconditionally network safe. The Nextivity commitment is to protect the operator’s network, deliver the best cellular performance, and
be the easiest solution to install.

A Business and Residential Solution Maximum Gain: Industry Leading 3G/4G/LTE

Cel-Fi SOLO improves 3G/4G/LTE cellular service by eliminating Voice and Data
dead zones and dropped calls. With up to 100dB of gain, it is the
most powerful carrier grade solution available. The Cel-Fi SOLO Best Performance: Smart Signal Booster with
covers up to 1,500 square meters of indoor space per system. IntelliBoost® Chipset Smart Technology
Configure with included donor and server antennas, or expand
options with outdoor or multiple server antennas. This business Cellular Coverage: Scalable Solution for up to
and residential solution is ideal for use in commercial properties, 1500 m2 per System
government buildings, small manufacturing, warehouses,
Ease of Setup­: 15 Min Quick Install or Advanced Install with
offices, retail outlets, rural areas, and large homes.
Additional Antennas

Cel-Fi WAVE: Setup and Management App

Network Safe: Carrier Approved

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 Quick Installation
The Building Blocks
Cel-Fi WAVE Portal
• Data modeling and reporting
• Mobile applications
• Cel-Fi device and asset management
External Donor Antenna • Globally trusted carrier-grade security
• Users can access the Cel-Fi WAVE portal through the
dashboard interface

Network Safe
Self-organizing edge intelligence ensures that Cel-Fi SOLO does
not interfere with other indoor wireless products such as Wi‑Fi
routers, Small Cells, and Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS).
Splitting Server Antenna High speed Automatic Gain Control ensures that Cel‑Fi SOLO are
unconditionally network safe, and enables more simultaneous
calls and higher data speeds.

Advanced Installation IntelliBoost® Chipset

The Nextivity IntelliBoost baseband processor is the first six-
core processor designed specifically to optimize the indoor
transmission and reception of 3G/4G/LTE wireless signals.
With advanced filtering, equalization and echo-cancellation
techniques, Nextivity has developed an architecture which
delivers unprecedented in-building data rates and pervasive
3G/4G/LTE connectivity. The IntelliBoost processor ensures that
Cel-Fi products never negatively impact the macro network while
providing maximum coverage.

Multi-Unit

ANTENN AS INCLUDED ANTENNA OPTIONS

Cel-Fi Whip

Cel-Fi Patch Cel-Fi Indoor Cel-Fi Wideband Cel-Fi LPDA Cel-Fi Omni Cel-Fi Wideband
Omni Antenna Panel Antenna Antenna Donor Antenna Directional Antenna

SETUP
Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5: Step 6:
Install Donor Install Server Antenna Place Connect Donor & Connect AC Activate & Setup
Antenna (sold separately) Cel-Fi SOLO Server Antennas to Power Source with Cel-Fi WAVE
the Cel-Fi SOLO

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Signal
Booster (Model No: G31) (Model No: G32)

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Cel-Fi GO Spec Video Case Studies

Improve Cellular Coverage in tween Mobile Mode (65/70dB) and Stationary Mode (100dB).
Mobile Mode — For on the road or on board, built for Mobile Usage
Mobile, In-building, Outdoors, This multi-carrier solution is ideal for trucks, vehicles, RVs, and boats.
Stationary Mode — For Buildings and Remote Places, built
and M2M applications. for Indoor / Outdoor tough to reach spaces. This multi-car-
rier 100dB solution is ideal for use in commercial properties,
Cel-Fi GO uses Nextivity’s award-winning, network-safe technolo- government buildings, agricultural settings, small manufac-
gy to dramatically improve voice and data coverage in up to two turing operations, rural areas, businesses, and large homes.
bands for 3G, 4G, and LTE. The Cel-Fi GO Smart Signal Booster Donor Antenna — The donor antenna connects to the Cel-Fi GO
can produce up to 100dB of system gain in stationary mode and (donor port) and captures the signal from the operator’s macro
up to 65/70dB of gain in mobile mode. Cel-Fi GO is cost efficient tower. Use Cel-Fi WAVE to optimize the pointing of the antenna,
and easy to deploy by an installer, and can be optimized and to maximize gain and signal-to-noise ratio.
monitored by the Cel-Fi WAVE Platform. Cel-Fi GO is the first car-
rier-class NEMA 4 indoor / outdoor cellular coverage solution to Maximum Gain: Industry Leading 3G/4G/LTE
feature industry leading system gain and Nextivity’s uncondition- Voice and Data (65db Mobile/100 dB Stationary)
ally network safe guarantee. It is the highest-performing, most
powerful and safest booster in it’s class. Best Performance: Smart Signal Booster with
IntelliBoost® Chipset Smart Technology
Donor Antenna — The donor antenna connects to the Cel-
Fi GO (donor port) and captures the signal from the opera- Cellular Coverage: Multi-User Mobile or Stationary Modes for
tor’s macro tower.  Use Cel-Fi WAVE to optimize the pointing Buildings, Residential, Remote, Vehicle, Trucking, RV, and Marine
of the antenna, to maximize gain and signal-to-noise ratio. for up to 15,000 ft2 / 1400 m2 per System
Server Antenna — The server antenna connects to the Cel-Fi
GO (server port) and distributes the signal that is boosted and Ease of Setup­: 15 Min Quick Install or Advanced Install with
managed by the main unit.  Splitters and combiners can be Additional Antennas
used to distribute to up to 6 remote server antennas per unit.
Cel-Fi WAVE: Setup and Management App
Indoor / Outdoor Rating — The Cel-Fi GO has a rugged design
to withstand harsh conditions including dust and water exposure. Weather Resistant: Indoor/Outdoor NEMA 4 / IP 66 Rated
Change Modes and Carriers — Expand Capability and change
operators with Cel-Fi WAVE. Change Mode by switching be- Network Safe: Carrier Approved

SETUP
Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5: Step 6:
Install Donor Install Server Antenna Mount Connect Donor & Server Connect an AC or Activate & Setup
Antenna (sold separately) Cel-Fi GO Antennas to the Cel-Fi GO 12V Power Source with Cel-Fi WAVE

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Booster
Stationary Mode (Model No: G31) (Model No: G32)

Cel-Fi GO + Spec Video Case Studies

The Cel-Fi GO+ All-in-One Smart Signal Booster paired with Cel-Fi
Antennas provide the best solution to optimize performance and
streamline installation.
Cel-Fi GO+ X Indoor/Outdoor Solution is perfect for:
• government buildings • small manufacturing operations
• agricultural settings • business in single / multi-level commercial properties
• parking garages • remote or rural locations
• IoT and M2M (machine to machine) • large homes
Cel-Fi GO+ Smart Signal Booster can be installed indoors or outdoors for 100 dB signal gain in
areas up to 15,000 square feet per system. The Cel-Fi GO+ Smart Signal Booster paired with
either Cel-Fi Omni Dome Antenna(s) for ceiling mount or Cel-Fi Wideband Panel Antenna(s)
for wall mount along with the Cel-Fi Wideband Directional Antenna is the perfect in-building,
remote and IoT solution. Additional server antennas are available for venues with more floors
or dense interior walls. For areas that suffer from extremely poor outdoor signal, the new high
gain Cel-Fi LPDA Antenna is available.

“By providing a single unit for mobile or fixed applications, Cel-Fi GO+ provides integrators with greater
flexibility for a wide variety of applications, including in-building, remote, outdoor, and IoT. Customers can now
have all of their coverage needs met by one solution, making it easier and more efficient to provide signal.”
Cel-Fi GO+ with two Cel-Fi Dome Antennas
Coverage Diagram —Werner Sievers, CEO of Nextivity

CEILING MOUNT OPTIONS WALL MOUNT OPTIONS

Cel-Fi GO+ with Cel-Fi GO+ with Cel-Fi GO+ with Cel-Fi GO+ with
1 Cel-Fi Dome 2 Cel-Fi Dome 1 Cel-Fi Panel 2 Cel-Fi Panel
G32-2/4/5/12/13M Antenna Antennas Antenna Antennas
G32-1/3/5/7/8/20M

Cel-Fi Wideband Cel-Fi Wideband Cel-Fi Wideband Cel-Fi Wideband

Donor Antenna
Directional Antenna Directional Antenna Directional Antenna Directional Antenna
Alternate Donor Antenna
Cel-Fi LPDA Antenna Cel-Fi LPDA Antenna Cel-Fi LPDA Antenna Cel-Fi LPDA Antenna
Option
1 Cel-Fi Dome 2 Cel-Fi Dome 1 Cel-Fi Wideband 2 Cel-Fi Wideband
Server Antenna(s)
Antenna Antennas Panel Antenna Panel Antennas
Coverage Area Up to 10,000 ft2 Up to 15,000 ft2 Up to 10,000 ft2 Up to 15,000 ft2
Amplifier Gain 100 dB 100 dB 100 dB 100 dB
16 dB 16 dB 16 dB 16 dB
Max Downlink Power
(10 dBm per 5 MHz) (10 dBm per 5 MHz) (10 dBm per 5 MHz) (10 dBm per 5 MHz)

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Mobile Mode (Model No: G31) (Model No: G32)

Cel-Fi GO + Spec Video Case Studies

• 3G / 4G / LTE Voice and Data

For Vehicles, RVs, Trucks & Marine Vessels • Multi-User Mobile Coverage
• Multi-Carrier Support with Carrier
The Cel-Fi GO+ All-in-One Smart Signal Booster is the best solution for addressing the universal
Switching
challenge of poor cellular coverage on the road. Select the appropriate donor/server antenna bundle for
• Indoor / Outdoor NEMA 4 Rated
the application to deliver the best voice/data wireless performance for vehicles and boats on the move.
• Network Safe

Cel-Fi GO+ Vehicle

The Cel-Fi GO+ Vehicle solution includes the Cel-Fi GO+, Cel-Fi Mobile Donor Antenna, and the
Cel-Fi Mobile Server Antenna. Easy carrier switching and mode switching is available through
the Cel-Fi WAVE app. With an industry leading 70 dB gain, the The Cel-Fi GO+ Vehicle is an ideal
solution for vehicles on the road.
Cel-Fi Mobile Donor Antenna: Cel-Fi Mobile Server Antenna:
• SMA-Male connector • 4 m cable
• Omni-directional • Adhesive mount for ease of
• 3 m low loss installation
high-performance cable • SMA-Male connector
A41-V21-100 • Screw Mount version available A41-V30-100 • Omni-directional antenna pattern

Cel-Fi GO+ RV/Trucker

Cel-Fi GO+ RV/Trucker Solution bundle includes the Cel-Fi GO+, Cel-Fi Trucker Antenna, and the
Cel-Fi Mobile Server Antenna. Easy carrier switching and mode switching is available through the
Cel-Fi WAVE app.With an industry leading 70 dB gain in mobile mode and 100 dB gain in stationary
mode, Cel-Fi GO+ RV/Trucker is the ideal solution for cross country trucking or remote RV stays.

Cel-Fi Trucker Antenna: Cel-Fi Mobile Server Antenna:

• Heavy-duty spring base • 4 m cable
• Mirror mount included for easy • Adhesive mount for ease of
installation installation
06:00 PM
• SMA-Male connector • SMA-Male connector
• 4 dBi gain • Omni-directional antenna pattern
A21-V31-100 A41-V30-100

Cel-Fi GO+ Marine

The Cel-Fi GO+ Marine Solution includes the Cel-Fi GO+, Cel-Fi Marine Antenna and the Cel-Fi
Mobile Server Antenna. Easy carrier switching and mode switching is available through the Cel-
Fi WAVE app. With an industry leading 70 dB gain in mobile mode and 100 dB gain in stationary
mode, the Cel-Fi GO+ Marine is an ideal solution for nearshore or brown water recreational,
ferrying or shipping vessels.
Cel-Fi Marine Antenna: Cel-Fi Mobile Server Antenna:
• Weather resistant • 4 m cable
• Built-in ground plane • Adhesive mount for ease of
• Threaded ferrule/post for installation
side or bottom cable exit • SMA-Male connector
• Screws onto standard 1 inch • Omni-directional antenna pattern
A11-V37-100 marine threaded mount A41-V30-100

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Cel-Fi GO Modem Support

Unit Platform

Power Supply
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Cel-Fi GO RMOE Spec Case Studies

Ruggedized and Remotely Product Benefits

Managed Cellular Repeater Solution Remote Management: Users can access the Cel-Fi
WAVE portal remotely through a web interface.
The Cel-Fi GO RMOE is a high reliability, ruggedized
and remotely managed cellular repeater solution Performance Management: Easily control systems
that leverages Cel‑Fi GO product combined and ensure optimal performance.
with a cellular modem to establish an internet
connection to Cel-Fi WAVE management platform. Remote Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot and support
The product is designed to extend the cellular systems remotely using real-time data and performance
network to remote and rugged locations that are metrics.
not readily accessible to service technicians, or
any area where remote management is desired. Cel-Fi WAVE Portal: Cel-Fi WAVE remote device and
asset management, enables data modeling and reporting,
and globally trusted carrier-grade security.
• Monitor and Manage Devices
Remotely Web-based Applications: Easy to connect to other
• Device Connectivity web-based services for a fully integrated and remotely
• Interface Systems and Sites managed site solution.
• Carrier-Grade Security
• Network Safe: Carrier Approved Ease of Installation: Cel-Fi GO RMOE intelligently and
• Weather Resistant: automatically senses and adapts to its environment —
Ruggedized NEMA 4 Rated including operator network changes, or those caused by
other nearby Cel-Fi devices or boosters.

Omni Service Solution

SETUP

Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5: Step 6: Step 7:

Install Mount Connect Modem Connect Antennas Connect 12V Validate Check Remote
Product to Modem Antennas & to Cel-Fi GO Power to Power, Management
Wall or Pole Power to Modem RMOE Enclosure Repeater, and
Connectivity

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 Smart
Signal
Booster (Model No: P34) (Model No: D32)

Cel-Fi PRO Spec Video Case Studies Cel-Fi DUO+ Spec Video Case Studies

Plug & Play Cellular Coverage Solutions: Home and Business

The Cel-Fi Smart Signal Boosters are designed to dramatically an exceptional coverage footprint from offices, warehouses, to
improve HD voice and data cellular coverage in indoor and outdoor residential applications. Cel-Fi products are cost efficient and
applications. Cel-Fi’s plug & play wireless products use Nextivity’s easy to manage with the Cel-Fi WAVE Platform. It is the highest-
award-winning, network-safe technology to improve 3G/4G/LTE performing, most powerful and safest booster in it’s class.
cellular service, eliminate dead zones, and dropped calls. Cel-Fi
will not only improve cellular coverage, it will also reduce your Cel-Fi PRO relays up to 100 dB in four bands for up to 15,000 sq.
cell phone’s power requirements and extend its battery life. ft. per system (scalable), while Cel-Fi DUO+ relays up to 100 dB
in two of the three bands. Both solutions leverage award winning
Ease of installation and power (up to 100 dB) are the key wireless antenna technology.
tenents to the Cel-Fi wireless products.These systems have

The total coverage area equals twice the distance

between the Network Unit and the Coverage Unit.
The maximum distance is up to 100 dB path loss.
Maximum Gain: Industry Leading 3G/4G/LTE Voice and Data

Best Performance: Smart Signal Booster with IntelliBoost® NETWORK

UNIT (NU)

Chipset Smart Technology

Cellular Coverage: Business and Residential for up to 15,000 ft2

/ 1400 m2 per System

Ease of Setup­: Plug & Play COVERAGE

UNIT (CU)

Move CU further away from

Cel-Fi WAVE: Setup and Management App the NU to maximize coverage.

Network Safe: Carrier Approved

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Cel-Fi PRO/DUO+ for Business and Residential Solutions:

Cel-Fi PRO/DUO/DUO+

Business

Cel-Fi PRO-X
Cel-Fi PRO/DUO+

Home
Basement

Solving Cellular Service Problems External Antenna Connection

Cel-Fi PRO/DUO+ improves cellular service by eliminating dead Cel-Fi PRO EXA has an external antenna connection available. In
zones and dropped calls. With up to 100dB of gain, it will improve environments where no inside cellular service exists, an approved
cellular service and reduce your cell phone’s power requirements external antenna can be attached.
to extend its battery life. The Cel-Fi PRO / DUO+ covers up to
15,000 sq. ft. of indoor space per system. It’s fully self-contained Cel-Fi PRO X
and self-configuring, requiring no external antennas or wiring. Cel-Fi PRO X is a cable adapter sleeve that allows the Cel-Fi PRO
Simply plug it in to boost indoor cellular coverage. unit to link across greater distances or through (RF blocking)
obstacles. The accessory works with any Cel-Fi PRO, in locations
Maximize Coverage where the standard wireless UNII system link is challenged. The
Move Coverage Unit further away from the Network Unit to Cel-Fi PRO X connects the Cel-Fi PRO Network Unit to the Cel-Fi
maximize coverage. The total coverage area equals twice the PRO Coverage Unit using a completely passively coupled sleeve,
distance between the Network Unit and the Coverage Unit. The which uses the cable for communications.
maximum distance is up to 100 dB path loss.

SETUP
Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4:
Find the Best Cellular Signal Place the Network Unit (NU) Place the Coverage Unit (CU) Use Cel-Fi WAVE to
Use your phone to find the best Place the NU in the location Place the CU in the location Optimize Setup
cellular signal. Typically you will get where you get the best where you need improved Using the Cel-Fi WAVE
the best signal near the window. cellular signal. coverage. App, finish setup.

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 Smart
Signal
Booster (Model No: S32)

Cel-Fi PRIME Spec

Solving Cellular Problems for Small Spaces (1-2 Rooms)

Improve 3G and 4G LTE cellular service, eliminate dead zones, and
dropped calls with Cel-Fi PRIME. With 80 dB of gain, Cel-Fi PRIME
will not only improve cellular coverage, it will also reduce your cell
phone’s power requirements and extend its battery life. PRIME
offers plug-and- play cellular coverage for a room, storefront, kiosk, SMART SIGNAL BOOSTER
apartment or similar space, enabling clear and reliable connections
within the coverage area – approximately 1,000 ft2 (100 m2). In an
open space, the coverage bubble can be much larger.
COVERAGE UNIT
Cel-Fi PRIME uses Nextivity’s patented electrically steerable
antenna technology, addressing pilot pollution issues, and
ensuring PRIME outperforms the competition.

Maximum Gain: Industry Leading 3G/4G/LTE Voice and Data

(Up to 80dB)

Best Performance: Smart Signal Booster with IntelliBoost®

Chipset Smart Technology

Cellular Coverage: Business and Residential for up to 1/2 rooms

per System

Ease of Setup­: Plug & Play

Cel-Fi WAVE: Setup and Management App

Network Safe: Carrier Approved

SETUP
Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4:
Determine where Locate an open power outlet Connect units with included Find a location for the
coverage is needed in the area where you need cable before plugging into Smart Signal Booster
coverage the wall. to Mount System

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 Smart
GO RED FirstNet
Booster (Model No: G32)

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Cel-Fi GO RED Spec Case Studies

The Cel-Fi GO RED FirstNet Booster delivers cellular coverage

in buildings for emergency communications for FirstNet
subscribers. Cel-Fi GO RED coupled with Cel-Fi antennas is
the best way to ensure FirstNet coverage in an emergency
situation. Communication is not optional. In critical times, rely
on equipment that ensures the best coverage.

• FirstNet: Boost FirstNet Bands 12 and 14

• Maximum Gain: Industry Leading 4G / LTE Voice
and Data (up to 100dB)
• Cellular Coverage: up to 15,000 ft2 Coverage per
System Coverage
• Network Safe: Carrier Approved
• Weather Resistant: Indoor/Outdoor NEMA 4
Rated

IN-BUILDING SOLUTION P O RTA B L E S O L U T I O N

Buildings of 30,000 square feet and above Remote Communications Kits are a
may require Public Safety Equipment, standard tool for Public Safety Equip-
across 8 million US buildings. Cel-Fi GO RED ment, as not all areas have good Cel-
can work alongside existing equipment lular. Cel-Fi GO RED can be delivered
that works with legacy devices, so that as the core of a FirstNet portable com-
FirstNet service is available at transition. munication solution.

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Public
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and Building Owners.
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Performance Ease of Leaders Fastest Code

Leadership Install in Value Project Timeline Compliant

Get a Faster Certificate Occupancy with the Most LMR

Advanced Public Safety ERRCS Solution Available. FN

• Class A with 56 Channels 2 Hour

Rated Riser
• 700/800 MHz for Public Safety
with dedicated FirstNet LEGEND

COAX RF
• Automatic Isolation Cat5e
CU
• Automatic Uplink / Downlink Form-C Cable
24 PIN
Calculation EPO: Emergency
• Talk-out Guarantee Power Off Button
RA: Remote Annunciator
• Scalable All-Digital PoE / RFoE MBBU: Monitor and
• Built-in Remote Monitoring EPO Backup Battery Unit
CU NU FACU: Fire Alarm
RA
Control Unit
NU: Network Unit
FACU
CU: Coverage Unit
MBBU FIRE ROOM

Scalable All-in-One Solution Elements:

Network Unit (NU): Sup- Emergency Power Off:
ports 700/800 LMR + First- Shuts-off the radio sys-
Net bands 14, 4, 25 and 12. tem in case of risk of ex-
Connects to up to six CUs plosion or interference
can be attached to a single with the network
NU. Dedicated donor ports Remote Annunciator: Reports
for LMR and LTE. Monitoring & Battery all alarms required by code.
Backup Unit (MBBU): Normally open or close wir-
Coverage Unit (CU): 1 watt Supports 12hrs or 24hrs ing options. Connects with
output power for each LMR battery back up configu- MBBU via category cable.
band. Class A device with 56 rations. Front panel alarm,
channels for both 700 & 800 with LTE modem built-in.
bands. PoE ready. N type Two sizes for small and Code • IFC 510
• NFPA 1221
port to distribute RF signals. large configurations. Compliant • UL 2524

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 Solving coverage issues for voice, data,
and public safety communications.

San Diego, CA based company, Nextivity builds and designs cellular coverage and public safety communication solutions.
Cel-Fi products have been approved for use across 200 carriers and operators, in 100 countries. In many countries, Cel-
Fi products are the only legal solution approved by the communications regulatory commissions. Not interfering with the
network, and only improving upon it is the key.

Awards:

U.S. Headquarters: Nextivity Inc.

16550 West Bernardo Drive, Suite 550, Bldg 5, San Diego, CA 92127, USA cel-fi.com
+1 858.485.9442 tel • +1 858.485.9445 fax buyers-guide_20-0330