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Cisco Aironet 8.5-dBi Patch Antenna
(AIR-ANT2485P-R)
This document outlines the specifications, describes the AIR-ANT2460P 8.5-dBi patch antenna, and
provides instructions for mounting it. The antenna operates in the 2.4-GHz frequency range and is
designed for use in both indoor and outdoor environments.
The following information is provided in this document.
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Technical Specifications, page 2
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System Requirements, page 3
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Installation Guidelines, page 4
Installing the Antenna, page 5
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Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request, page 7
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Americas Headquarters:
Cisco Systems, Inc., 170 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134-1706 USA
© 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
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- Page 1 Installation Guidelines, page 4 Installing the Antenna, page 5 • Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request, page 7 • Americas Headquarters: Cisco Systems, Inc., 170 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134-1706 USA © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Page 2: Technical Specifications
(–30°C to 70°C) the antenna is pointing up. See the Storage temperature range –40°F to 185°F “Outdoor Installations” section on page 6 (–40°C – 85°C) for additional information. Environment Indoor/outdoor E-Plane Pattern H-Plane Pattern Cisco Aironet 8.5-dBi Patch Antenna (AIR-ANT2485P-R) 78-16941-02... -
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 2.4-GHz Cisco Aironet radio device that utilizes an RP-TNC connector. Safety Precautions Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in the Safety Warnings for Cisco Aironet Antennas, which is available at http://www.cisco.com. - Page 4 Install the antenna away from microwave ovens and 2-GHz cordless phones. These products can • cause signal interference because they operate in the same frequency range as the device your antenna is connected to. Install the antenna in a vertical orientation to maximize signal propagation. • Cisco Aironet 8.5-dBi Patch Antenna (AIR-ANT2485P-R) 78-16941-02...
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Page 5: Site Selection
A Phillips screwdriver • A drill • • A #29 ((0.136-in (3.45 mm)) drill bit (For drywall installation, other surfaces may require a different size) A pencil • • A small mallet or hammer Cisco Aironet 8.5-dBi Patch Antenna (AIR-ANT2485P-R) 78-16941-02... -
Page 6: Outdoor Installations
After the cable is attached to the antenna, make sure that the connections are sealed (if outdoors) to prevent moisture and other weathering elements from affecting performance. Cisco recommends using a coax seal (such as CoaxSeal) for outdoor connections. Silicon sealant or electrical tape are not recommended for sealing outdoor connections. -
Page 7: Grounding The Antenna
Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request For information on obtaining documentation, submitting a service request, and gathering additional information, see the monthly What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation, at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/general/whatsnew/whatsnew.html... - Page 8 Installing the Antenna CCVP, the Cisco logo, and Welcome to the Human Network are trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc.; Changing the Way We Work, Live, Play, and Learn is a service mark of Cisco Systems, Inc.; and Access Registrar, Aironet, Catalyst, CCDA, CCDP, CCIE, CCIP, CCNA, CCNP, CCSP, Cisco, the Cisco...