FCC FAQ

Although we cannot speak for ALL boosters, zBoost and boosters from zBoost are legal and use patented technology to monitor, adjust and power down to avoid harmfully interfering with the carrier networks.

ALL zBoost signal boosters are FCC certified.

The FCC adopted new rules to improve signal booster design so these devices won’t cause interference to wireless networks. Our Boosters do not interfere with the wireless providers network.

Our Boosters do not interfere with the wireless providers’ network. You do not have to power down the zBoost consumer products, unless your wireless provider representative or the FCC specifically asks you to shut it down. Continue using them and look for the notice your wireless provider will send you regarding registration of the product with them.

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Before using your signal booster, you must register the device with your wireless provider and have your provider’s consent. AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Metro PCS, Verizon and 90 rural carriers have already given consent for all consumers to use this device. Most wireless providers consent to the use of signal boosters. Some providers may not consent to the use of this device on their network. If you are unsure, contact your provider. 

• Verizon – 
• Registration and FAQ: http://www.verizonwireless.com/wcms/consumer/register-signal-booster.html 
• AT&T – 
• Registration: http://www.attsignalbooster.com/ 
• FAQ: http://www.attsignalbooster.com/faq.html
• T-Mobile –
• Registration and FAQ: http://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-9827
• US Cellular – 
• Registration: http://www.uscellular.com/uscellular/support/fcc-booster-registration.jsp?_requestid=32996 
• FAQ: http://www.uscellular.com/uscellular/support/faq/faqDetails.jsp?topic=fcc-booster-registration.html&parent=network
• MetroPCS –
• Registration and FAQ: http://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-9827(same as T-Mobile) 
• Sprint – 
• Registration: http://www.sprint.com/legal/fcc_boosters.html
• FAQ: N/A

TABLE 1: FCC Requirements for Signal Booster Manufacturers

Requirements	zBoost
Comply with technical parameters (e.g., power and unwanted emission limits) for the applicable spectrum band, and RF exposure requirements for the type of device (i.e., fixed or mobile)
Automatically self-monitor operations and shut down if not in compliance with our technical rules
Power down, or shut down, automatically when a device is not needed, such as when the device approaches the base station with which it is communicating

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Where can I find the FCC Consumer Advisory for signal boosters?

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Where can I find additional information regarding the FCC and signal boosters?

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