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Cisco Aironet 6-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna
(AIR-ANT5160V-R)
This document outlines the specifications, describes the AIR-ANT5160V-R 6-dBi omnidirectional
antenna, and provides instructions for mounting it. The antenna is a ruggedized high-performance
colinear antenna that operates in the 5-GHz frequency range and is designed for use in large rooms or
vaulted areas where extended coverage is needed. The antenna is designed to be used indoors or outdoors
and can be mounted on a mast, I-beam, or suspended ceiling cross member.
The following information is provided in this document.
Technical Specifications, page 2
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System Requirements, page 3
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Safety Precautions, page 3
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Installation Guidelines, page 4
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Installing the Antenna, page 5
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Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request, page 9
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Summary of Contents for Cisco Aironet AIR-ANT5160V-R
- Page 1 The antenna is a ruggedized high-performance colinear antenna that operates in the 5-GHz frequency range and is designed for use in large rooms or vaulted areas where extended coverage is needed. The antenna is designed to be used indoors or outdoors and can be mounted on a mast, I-beam, or suspended ceiling cross member.
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Page 2: Technical Specifications
RP-TNC Male Length 11.5 in. (29.2 cm) Diameter 1 in. (2.5 cm) Weight 12 oz. (0.34 kg) Operating temperature range –22°F – 158°F (–30°C – 70°C) Storage temperature range –40°F – 185°F (–40°C – 85°C) Wind rating 125 mph (200 kph) -
Page 3: System Requirements
System Requirements System Requirements This antenna is designed for use with Cisco Aironet access points and bridges but can be used with any 5-GHz Cisco Aironet radio device that utilizes a reverse polarity (RP-TNC) connector. Safety Precautions Installation of this antenna near power lines is dangerous. For your safety, follow the installation Warning directions. -
Page 4: Installation Guidelines
Each person should be assigned to a specific task, and should know what to do and when to do it. One person should be in charge of the operation to issue instructions and watch for signs of trouble. -
Page 5: Site Selection
Generally, the higher an antenna is above the ground, the better it performs. Good practice is to install your antenna about 5 to 10 ft (1.5 to 3 m) above the roof line and away from all power lines and obstructions. - Page 6 Step 2 Attach the bracket plate to the antenna base using two #6 Phillips head screws and #6 lock washers as shown in Figure 1. Remove the hex nut and flat washer from the T-rail grid bracket. Discard the flat washer.
- Page 7 Pole Installation Follow these steps to install the antenna on a pole: Attach the U-bolt and V-bracket to the top of the pole using two 5/16 x 18 hex nuts, 5/16-in. flat washers, Step 1 and 5/16-in. lock washers as shown in Figure 1. Tighten the assembly using a 1/2-in. wrench or adjustable wrench.
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Page 8: Suggested Cable
Drain holes Slide the antenna and base brackets onto the U-bolt threads. Step 4 Secure the antenna to the U-bolt using two 5/16 x 18 hex nuts and two 5/16-in. lock washers. Step 5 Step 6 Tighten the hex head bolts evenly using a 1/2-in. wrench or adjustable wrench. -
Page 9: Obtaining Documentation And Submitting A Service Request
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