Ubiquiti airFiber NxN Quick Start Manual
Ubiquiti airFiber NxN Quick Start Manual

Ubiquiti airFiber NxN Quick Start Manual

Scalable airfiber mimo multiplexer

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Scalable airFiber
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MIMO Multiplexer
Models: AF-MPx4, AF-MPx8

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  • Page 1 Scalable airFiber ® MIMO Multiplexer Models: AF-MPx4, AF-MPx8...
  • Page 2: Package Contents

    (Qty. 2) (Qty. 4) * Only included with the AF-MPx8. 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 outdoor installations. It is the customer’s responsibility to follow local country regulations, including operation within legal frequency channels, output power, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements.
  • Page 3: Installation Requirements

    X Compatibility The airFiber NxN is designed for use with airFiber 5X radios, (model AF-5X) and 5 GHz airFiber X or RocketDish antennas. ™ Note: The airFiber X Antenna OMT Conversion Kit (AF-5G-OMT-S45) is highly recommended when using a RocketDish for proper fitting and improved frequency isolation.
  • Page 4: Hardware Overview

    Hardware Overview airFiber NxN Multiplexer Chain 0 Chain 1 RF Cables (AF-MPx8 Shown) Chain 0 Connect the antenna RF +45° to this connector. Chain 1 Connect the antenna RF -45° to this connector. RF Cables Connect each RF Cable pair to the corresponding RF connection chain on each airFiber 5X radio.
  • Page 5 Configuration details are available in the airFiber X User Guide, available at: downloads.ubnt.com/airfiber Enable airFiber NxN support on each radio: 1. Log into the airOS F Configuration Interface. 2. Click the Wireless tab.
  • Page 6: Hardware Installation

    5X radios apply. 1. (For AF-MPx8 only) Attach the 8x8 Radio Bracket to the 4x4 Radio Bracket using four M3x8 Screws. 2. Seat the airFiber NxN Multiplexer into the 4x4 Radio Bracket either at (a) a 15° angle or (b) vertically:...
  • Page 7 For most antenna models, the airFiber NxN Multiplexer should be installed at a 15° angle. Insert the airFiber NxN Multiplexer from behind the 4x4 Radio Bracket and slide the 15° Angle Tabs into the slots on the bracket. 15° Angle Tab b.
  • Page 8 3. Secure the airFiber NxN Multiplexer to the 4x4 Radio Bracket using two M4x12 Screws.
  • Page 9 Note: Ensure the airFiber 5X radios are preconfigured and the ground wires are installed as outlined in the radio’s Quick Start Guide before mounting the radios. 4. Mount the airFiber 5X radios to the 4x4 Radio Bracket: a. Align the mounting tabs on the back of the radio with the mounting bracket.
  • Page 10 5. Mount the airFiber 5X radios to the 8x8 Radio Bracket: a. Align the mounting tabs on the back of the radio with the mounting bracket. b. Slide the radio down to lock it into place. *640-00230-02* 640-00230-02...
  • Page 11 6. Connect the RF Cables to the airFiber 5X radios. Connect each RF Cable pair to the corresponding RF connection chain on each radio. For example, connect cable A0 to Chain 0, and cable A1 to Chain 1.
  • Page 12 7. Attach the airFiber NxN assembly to the airFiber X or RocketDish antenna: a. Align the mounting tabs on the back of the airFiber NxN Multiplexer with the mounting bracket. b. Slide the airFiber NxN Multiplexer down to lock it into place on the bracket.
  • Page 13 8. Connect the RF cables from the antenna to the RF connectors on the airFiber NxN Multiplexer. Connect +45° to Chain 0 and -45° to Chain 1. 9. Attach the GPS antennas to each of the airFiber 5X radios. 10. Mount the GPS antennas in a location that has a clear view of the sky, and is above and as far away from the radios as possible.
  • Page 14 11. Attach the Protective Shrouds: a. Insert the Protective Shroud’s attachment tab between the airFiber 5X radio and the 4x4 Radio Bracket. b. Push the Protective Shroud down until the attachment tab locks into place. 12. Secure the grounding wire from each radio to a grounded mast, pole, tower, or grounding bar.
  • Page 15: Pole Mounting

    Pole-Mounting 1. Ensure the airFiber NxN Multiplexer is installed vertically in the 4x4 Radio Bracket. 2. Mount the airFiber NxN assembly to the pole using two metal straps (not included): a. Insert a metal strap through each mounting bracket on the back of the airFiber NxN Multiplexer and 4x4 Radio Bracket.
  • Page 16: Specifications

    UBIQUITI NETWORKS under normal use and operation. UBIQUITI NETWORKS’ sole and exclusive obligation and liability under the foregoing warranty shall be for UBIQUITI NETWORKS, at its discretion, to repair or replace any Product that fails to conform to the above warranty during the above warranty period.
  • Page 17: Warranty Conditions

    (VI) has no original Ubiquiti MAC label, or is missing any other original Ubiquiti label(s); or (VII) has not been received by Ubiquiti within 30 days of issuance of the RMA.
  • Page 18: Limitation Of Liability

    SUBJECT TO LIMITATIONS, INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS AND OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN THE USE OF COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES. UBIQUITI NETWORKS, ITS AFFILIATES AND ITS AND THEIR THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS, DELIVERY FAILURES, DATA LOSS, CONTENT CORRUPTION, PACKET LOSS, OR OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ANY OF THE FOREGOING.
  • Page 19: Declaration Of Conformity

    [German] Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. Ελληνική Δια του παρόντος, UBIQUITI NETWORKS, δηλώνει ότι αυτή η συσκευή UBIQUITI NETWORKS, είναι σε συμμόρφωση με τις [Greek] βασικές απαιτήσεις και τις λοιπές σχετικές διατάξεις της οδηγίας 1995/5/ΕΚ.
  • Page 20: Online Resources

    Networks, the Ubiquiti U logo, the Ubiquiti beam logo, airFiber, airOS, Rocket, RocketDish, and TOUGHCable are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. in the United States and in other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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