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Ubiquiti airFiber AF-5X User Manual

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  • Page 1 LINK MGMT DATA 5 GHz Carrier D A T A Backhaul Radio M G M T G P S L I N K Model: AF-5X www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    MGMT Port Ethernet Settings ........... .23 Ubiquiti Networks, Inc.
  • Page 3 RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement ..........44 Ubiquiti Networks, Inc.
  • Page 4 Ubiquiti Networks Support ........

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Overview

    Quick Start Guide (Qty. 2) with Mounting Bracket (24V, 1A) TERMS OF USE: Ubiquiti radio devices must be professionally installed. Shielded Ethernet cable and earth grounding must be used as conditions of product warranty. TOUGHCable ™ is designed for Panel outdoor installations.
  • Page 6 Signal 4 LED goes from solidly on to a 2.5 Hz flash. This continues until the AF-5X is fully booted. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 7: Chapter 2: Installation

    Connecting Power over Ethernet 1. Lift the release latch on the bottom of the AF-5X and Installation Requirements slide the Port Cover off. The airFiber AF-5X radio operates only with an airFiber antenna or a retrofitted RocketDish™ antenna. airFiber antenna models: • AF-5G23-S45 •...

  • Page 8: Airfiber Configuration

    If needed, change the Channel Bandwidth, (Master) Duty Cycle, Output Power and/or Maximum Modulation Rate settings. 9. Configure the Frequency Settings. The selected Frequency must be the same on both airFiber radios. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 9: Hardware Installation

    Failure to properly ground your airFiber radio will void your warranty. Note: The ground wire should be as short as possible and no longer than one meter in length. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 10 2. Attach the RF cables from the antenna feed to the RF connectors on the AF-5X in this combination: +45° to Chain 0 and -45° to Chain 1. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 11 Ethernet port labeled POE on the airFiber PoE Adapter. WARNING: Use only the included airFiber PoE adapter, Model: GP-H240-100G-4. Failure to do so can damage the unit and void the product warranty. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 12 (not included). 3. Attach the airFiber PoE Adapter to the bracket by aligning the four slots and tabs, and then slide the adapter downward. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 13: Alignment

    For added protection, install two surge suppressors, such a. Loosen the four pole clamp nuts, and rotate the as the Ubiquiti Ethernet Surge Protector, model ETH-SP, airFiber antenna on the pole to align the azimuth. at the end of each link. Install the first surge protector...

  • Page 14: Installer Compliance Responsibility

    • “Network Tab” on page 19 • “Advanced Tab” on page 21 • “Services Tab” on page 24 • “System Tab” on page 27 • “Tools” on page 30 Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 15: Chapter 3: Navigation

    2. Configure the Ethernet adapter on your host system with a static IP address on the 192.168.1.x subnet (for example, 192.168.1.100). Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 16: Product Verification

    • “Ping” on page 31 left corner of the screen. • “Traceroute” on page 31 • “airView” on page 31 For any product that is not an official Ubiquiti product, the airFiber Configuration Interface will display a counterfeit warning. Please contact Ubiquiti at support@ubnt.com regarding this product.

  • Page 17: Chapter 4: Main Tab

    DFS countries only: Short Flash (1:3 on/off cycle) • DFS CAC • RADAR Detected Beaconing Normal Flash (1:1 on/off cycle) Registering Long Flash (3:1 on/off cycle) Operational Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 18 “Frequency Channel Width Size of the channel in MHz. Ranges and Power Levels per Country/Region” on Duty Cycle Displays the duty cycle. page 41. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 19: Ethernet

    (“open” or “short”) and the distance at which the fault has occurred. If the remote port is administratively shut down, this field displays “normal” . Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 20: Chapter 5: Wireless Tab

    This radio is restricted to use with a license and to use only in output power, speed, and gain. certain EU countries or geographical areas of EU countries. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 21: Frequency Settings

    For a list of maximum output power values by country and region, refer to “Frequency Ranges and Power Levels per Country/Region” on page 41. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 22: Wireless Security

    ASCII Enter a combination of alphanumeric characters. Using 128-bit, SHA1 (Secure Hash Algorithm 1), the airFiber AF-5X hashes the ASCII key to create a 128-bit key for AES. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 23: Chapter 6: Network Tab

    IP address from its DHCP server. • DHCP Keep the default, DHCP, to use DHCP reservation on your router to assign a unique IP Address. The local Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 24 The port number associated with the airView spectrum analyzer tool. The default value is 18888. For detailed information on the airView tool, refer to “airView” on page 31. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 25: Chapter 7: Advanced Tab

    Chapter 7: Advanced Tab DATA Speed This is the speed of the Data port. By default, the option is Auto. The airFiber AF-5X automatically negotiates transmission parameters, such as The Advanced tab handles advanced wireless and Ethernet speed and duplex, with its counterpart. In this process, the settings.
  • Page 26 The value for Link Off Spacing should be larger than the value for Link Off Duration, and it should be enough time for the operator to access the AF-5X, make any configuration changes, and apply those changes. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 27: Mgmt Port Ethernet Settings

    MGMT Port Ethernet Settings MGMT Speed This is the speed of the Management port. By default, the option is Auto. The airFiber AF-5X automatically negotiates transmission parameters, such as speed and duplex, with its counterpart. In this process, the networked devices first share their capabilities and then choose the fastest transmission mode they both support.

  • Page 28: Chapter 8: Services Tab

    IP Address To Ping • Specify the IP address of the target for example). If it is unable to ping under the user-defined host to be monitored by Ping Watchdog. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 29: Snmp Agent

    AF-5X. • Location Specify the physical location of the AF-5X. Type Displays the type of key. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 30: Telnet Server

    Discovery Enables device discovery, so the AF-5X can notifies the DNS server in real time of any changes in the be discovered by other Ubiquiti devices through the AF-5X’s IP settings. Even if the AF-5X’s IP address changes, Discovery tool.

  • Page 31: Chapter 9: System Tab

    The system configuration is preserved while the AF-5X is updated with a new firmware version. However, we recommend that you back up your current system configuration before updating the firmware. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 32: Device

    Note: You can reset the AF-5X to default settings via the airFiber Configuration Interface. Go to the System tab > Reset to Defaults. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 33: Location

    Any changes that have not been applied are lost. Support Info This generates a support information file that the Ubiquiti support engineers can use when providing customer support. This file only needs to be generated at their request. Configuration Management...

  • Page 34: Chapter 10: Tools

    If you reduce the range, the color change will be more sensitive to signal fluctuations, indicating the offset of the maximum indicator value and the scale itself. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 35: Discovery

    Discovery Packet Count Enter the number of packets to send for the ping test. The Device Discovery tool searches for all Ubiquiti devices Packet Size Specify the size of the packet. on your network. The Search field automatically filters Start Click this button to start the test.

  • Page 36: View Menu

    Click to reset all gathered data. Use this option to analyze the spectrum for another location or address. File Menu Click Exit to end the airView session. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 37 Real-time chart represents the real-time power level of AF-5X channels are numbered consecutively each frequency. The refresh speed depends on the FPS. starting with 0 and are 28 MHz in width. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 38 You can enter a custom range; select Custom Range from the Frequency Range drop-down list and enter the desired values in the Start and End fields. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 39: Appendix A: Specifications

    ® AF-5X User Guide Appendix A: Specifications Appendix A: Specifications airFiber AF-5X Dimensions 224 x 82 x 48 mm (8.82 x 3.23 x 1.89") Weight 0.35 kg (0.77 lb) RF Connectors (2) RP-SMA Weatherproof (CH0, CH1) (1) SMA Weatherproof (GPS)

  • Page 40: Appendix B: Safety Notices

    Protective earthing is provided by Listed AC adapter. Building installation shall provide appropriate short-circuit backup protection. e. Protective bonding must be installed in accordance with local national wiring rules and regulations. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 41: Appendix C: Warranty

    DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS AND OTHER PROBLEMS third party firmware; INHERENT IN THE USE OF COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES. (VI) has no original Ubiquiti MAC label, or is missing any UBIQUITI NETWORKS, ITS AFFILIATES AND ITS AND THEIR other original Ubiquiti label(s); or THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY...
  • Page 42 Appendix C: Warranty Limitation of Liability EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LOCAL LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL UBIQUITI OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT, LOST DATA, OR DOWNTIME COSTS), ARISING...

  • Page 43: Appendix D: Compliance Information

    Operation in DFS regulatory regions requires an antenna avec cet appareil. Immédiatement suite à la remarque, le with minimum gain of 23 dBi. fabricant doit fournir une liste de tous les types d’antenne Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 44: Rf Exposure Warning

    Alert sign! follows CE marking Alert sign must be indicated if a restriction on use applied to the product and it must follow the CE marking. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 45: Frequency Ranges And Power Levels Per Country/Region

    5470-5725 5725-5850 Hong Kong 5250-5350 5470-5725 5725-5850 Iceland 5470-5725 5725-5875 India 5825-5875 Iraq 5735-5835 Ireland 5470-5725 5725-5875 Jamaica 5470-5725 5725-5850 Kenya 5250-5350 5735-5835 Korea Republic 5490-5710 5735-5815 Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 46 Trinidad And 5470-5725 5725-5850 Tobago United 5725-5790, 5470-5725 Kingdom 5815-5850 5470-5600, United States 5150-5250 5250-5350 5725-5850 5650-5725 Uruguay 5470-5725 5725-5850 Uzbekistan 5470-5725 5725-5850 Venezuela 5150-5250 5250-5350 5735-5835 Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 47 10 MHz 5166-5186 5177-5250 5156-5180 5161-5185 20 MHz 5166-5209 5190-5250 5155-5192 5163-5202 30 MHz 5173-5211 5182-5250 5155-5204 5165-5219 40 MHz 5180-5228 5189-5250 5155-5214 5165-5233 50 MHz 5184-5242 5193-5250 Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 48: Rohs/Weee Compliance Statement

    Vostro possesso, Vi invitiamo a contattare gli enti pubblici di competenza, il servizio di smaltimento rifiuti o il negozio nel quale avete acquistato il prodotto. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 49: Appendix E: Declaration Of Conformity

    UBIQUITI NETWORKS device, megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ [Hungarian] követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak. Íslenska Hér me l sir UBIQUITI NETWORKS yfir ví a UBIQUITI NETWORKS device, er í samræmi vi grunnkröfur og a rar kröfur, sem ger ar [Icelandic] eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.

  • Page 50: Appendix F: Contact Information

    ©2015 Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Ubiquiti, Ubiquiti Networks, the Ubiquiti U logo, the Ubiquiti beam logo, airFiber, airOS, RocketDish, TOUGHCable, and xRT are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.

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