Ubiquiti airFiber AF-24-US Quick Start Manual
Ubiquiti airFiber AF-24-US Quick Start Manual

Ubiquiti airFiber AF-24-US Quick Start Manual

24 ghz point-to-point 1.4+ gbps radio

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24 GHz Point-to-Point
1.4+ Gbps Radio
Model: AF-24

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  • Page 1 24 GHz Point-to-Point 1.4+ Gbps Radio Model: AF-24...
  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Power Cord airFiber AF-24 (50V, 1.2A) Quick Start Guide 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 professional installer’s responsibility to follow local country regulations, including operation within legal frequency channels, output power, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements.
  • Page 4: Hardware Overview

    airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide Hardware Overview Side Lock Bolts Alignment Bracket Elevation Adjustment Azimuth Adjustment Lock Bolts Ground Bonding Point...
  • Page 5 Hardware Overview Back Lock Bolts Lock Bolts Elevation Azimuth Adjustment Adjustment Lock Bolts Lock Bolts 24 GHz Port Cover Cover Lock...
  • Page 6 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide Interfaces Reset Data LED Display Config Interface Description To reset to factory defaults, press and hold the Reset Reset button for more than five seconds while the unit is powered on. Data 10/100/1000 Mbps port handles all user traffic. Port for audio tone aiming.
  • Page 7 Hardware Overview State Status 10/100 Mbps Speed 1000 Mbps No Ethernet Link Link/Act Ethernet Link Established Random Flashing Ethernet Activity No GPS Synchronization Operational (Strong Signal) Normal Flash* Operational (Weak Signal) ¼x or 1x (QPSK SISO) Short Flash* 2x (QPSK MIMO) Modulation Normal Flash* 4x (16QAM MIMO)
  • Page 8: Installation Requirements

    (up to 100 m). We recommend that you protect your networks from harmful outdoor environments and destructive ESD events with industrial-grade, shielded Ethernet cable from Ubiquiti Networks. For more details, visit www.ubnt.com/toughcable Installation Overview We recommend that you configure your paired airFiber radios before mounting.
  • Page 9: Connecting Power Over Ethernet

    Connecting Power over Ethernet • Once configuration is complete, disconnect the cables to move the airFiber radios. • Reconnect at the site. • After you have mounted the airFiber radios, establish and optimize the RF link. Connecting Power over Ethernet 1.
  • Page 10 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide 3. Connect the Ethernet cable from the Data port to the POE port on the GigE PoE Adapter. 4. Connect the Power Cord to the GigE PoE Adapter, and then plug the Power Cord into a power outlet.
  • Page 11: Airfiber Configuration

    airFiber Configuration airFiber Configuration The instructions in this section explain how to access the airFiber Configuration Interface and configure the following settings: Wireless Mode • Configure one airFiber AF-24 as the Master and the other as the Slave. • Duplex The airFiber AF-24 supports both half-duplex and full-duplex operation.
  • Page 12 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide 1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your computer to the Config port on the airFiber AF-24. 2. Configure the Ethernet adapter on your computer with a static IP address on the 192.168.1.x subnet (for example, 192.168.1.100).
  • Page 13 airFiber Configuration 5. Click the Wireless tab. 6. Enter the Basic Wireless Settings: a. For one airFiber AF-24, select Master from the Wireless Mode drop-down. For the other airFiber AF-24, keep the default, Slave. b. Enter a name in the Link Name field. This should be the same on both the Master and the Slave.
  • Page 14 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide 7. Configure the Wireless Security: a. Select the AES Key Type, HEX or ASCII. b. For the Key field: Enter 16 bytes (eight, 16-bit HEX values: 0-9, A-F, or a-f ). You can omit zeroes and use colons, similar to the IPv6 format.
  • Page 15: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation Hardware Installation To install the airFiber AF-24: 1. Insert the four Carriage Bolts into the Pole Mount Bracket. 2. Attach the Pole Mount Bracket to a pole. Note: The mounting assembly can accommodate a Ø 51 - 101 mm (2.0" - 4.0") pole. a.
  • Page 16 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide 3. Loosen, but do NOT remove the eight Lock Bolts located on the Alignment Bracket. 4. Ensure that there is a 6 mm gap between the head of each Serrated Flange Screw and the Alignment Bracket. 6 mm...
  • Page 17 Hardware Installation 5. Lift the airFiber AF-24 and align the four Serrated Flange Screws with the slots on the Pole Mount Bracket. Seat the screws in the slots. Securely tighten the screws. WARNING: To prevent injury, ensure that all four screws are seated and fully tightened.
  • Page 18 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide 6. Attach a ground wire: a. Remove the nut from the Ground Bonding Point. b. Attach a ground wire (min. 8 AWG or 10 mm ) to the lug and replace the nut to secure the wire. c.
  • Page 19: Connecting Ethernet

    Connecting Ethernet Connecting Ethernet 1. Turn the Cover Lock to the Unlocked icon. Slide the Port Cover down to remove it. 24 GHz 2. Connect a TOUGHCable or other outdoor, shielded CAT5e/6 cable to the Data port. 3. Create a strain relief for the Ethernet cable by feeding a Cable Tie through the tie slot under the cable.
  • Page 20 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide 4. Connect the Ethernet cable from the Data port to the POE port on the GigE PoE Adapter. 5. Connect an Ethernet cable from your LAN to the LAN port on the GigE PoE Adapter. 6.
  • Page 21 Connecting Ethernet Below is a diagram of a finished installation with recommended surge protectors installed. Ground to Pole, Tower, or Grounding Block (Max. 1 m from Ground Bonding Point) Max. 1 m Outdoor GigE PoE Surge Protector EdgeRouter ™ Outdoor GigE PoE Surge Protector GigE PoE Adapter Power Source...
  • Page 22 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide Alignment Tips • Fine-tuning is best achieved by a pair of installers with a dedicated, two-way communication link: one installer makes adjustments on one airFiber radio while the other installer reports the received signal level at the other airFiber radio. Fine-tuning (see Fine-Tuning the Link) is necessary because the main lobe of the receiver is narrower than that of the transmitter, in both azimuth and elevation.
  • Page 23 Alignment 2. For the Master and Slave, ensure the Azimuth (AZ) and Elevation (EL) Adjustment Bolts are in the middle of their adjustment ranges. Elevation (EL) Adjustment Bolt Azimuth (AZ) Adjustment Bolt Master Aim the Master at the Slave. If necessary, adjust the Master's position on the pole: a.
  • Page 24 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide Master Adjust the azimuth and elevation of the Master until the strongest received signal level is displayed on the LED Display of the Master. a. Sweep the Azimuth (AZ) Adjustment Bolt of the Master through its adjustment range. Master Azimuth (AZ) Adjustment Bolt...
  • Page 25 Alignment Fine-Tuning the Link The Azimuth (AZ) and Elevation (EL) Adjustment Bolts of the Alignment Bracket adjust the azimuth and elevation within a range of ±10°. For accurate alignment, make adjustments on one end of the link while the other installer reports the received signal level at the other end of the link.
  • Page 26: Installer Compliance Responsibility

    airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide There are three methods for determining the received signal level: • LED Display (described above) • airFiber Configuration Interface • Audio tone (optional equipment required) Refer to the airFiber AF-24 User Guide for instructions on the airFiber Configuration Interface and audio tone methods.
  • Page 27: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications airFiber AF-24 Dimensions 649 x 426 x 303 mm (25.55 x 16.77 x 11.93") Weight 10.5 kg (23.15 lb) Mount Included Operating Frequency 24.05 – 24.25 GHz Power Supply 50V, 1.2A PoE GigE Adapter (Included) Power Method Passive Power over Ethernet (42-58VDC) Max Power Consumption <...
  • Page 28: Safety Notices

    airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide Safety Notices 1. Read, follow, and keep these instructions. 2. Heed all warnings. 3. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. WARNING: Do not use this product in a location that can be submerged by water. WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical storm.
  • Page 29: Limited Warranty

    (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. In addition, the above warranty shall apply only if: the product has been properly installed and used at all times in accordance, and in all material respects, with the applicable Product documentation;...
  • Page 30 No Products will be accepted for replacement or repair without obtaining a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number from UBIQUITI NETWORKS during the warranty period, and the Products being received at UBIQUITI NETWORKS’ facility freight prepaid in accordance with the RMA process of UBIQUITI NETWORKS.
  • Page 31: Limitation Of Liability

    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 OUT...
  • Page 32 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide Compliance Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions.
  • Page 33: Can Ices-3(A)/Nmb-3(A)

    Compliance ISED Canada CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A) This device complies with ISED Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 34: Australia And New Zealand

    airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide Australia and New Zealand Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. CE Marking CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with all directives that are applicable to it.
  • Page 35 Compliance RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement English European Directive 2012/19/EU requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the product and/or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular household waste streams. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and electronic equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or local authorities.
  • Page 36 airFiber AF-24 Quick Start Guide Français La directive européenne 2012/19/UE exige que l’équipement sur lequel est apposé ce symbole sur le produit et/ou son emballage ne soit pas jeté avec les autres ordures ménagères. Ce symbole indique que le produit doit être éliminé...
  • Page 37: Declaration Of Conformity

    EU-conformiteitsverklaring kan worden geraadpleegd op het volgende internetadres: www.ubnt.com/compliance English Hereby, UBIQUITI NETWORKS declares that the radio equipment type AF-24 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.ubnt.com/compliance Eesti keel [Estonian] Käesolevaga deklareerib UBIQUITI NETWORKS, et...
  • Page 38 Español [Spanish] Por la presente, UBIQUITI NETWORKS declara que el tipo de equipo radioeléctrico AF-24 es conforme con la Directiva 2014/53/UE. El texto completo de la declaración UE de conformidad está disponible en la dirección Internet siguiente: www.ubnt.com/compliance...
  • Page 40 © 2012-2018 Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Ubiquiti, Ubiquiti Networks, the Ubiquiti U logo, the Ubiquiti beam logo, airFiber, EdgeRouter, 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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