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Ubiquiti AF-5X User Manual

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5 GHz Carrier
Backhaul Radio
Model: AF-5X
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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...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AF-5X User Guide ® Table of Contents Chapter 1: Overview ..........
  • Page 3 AF-5X User Guide ® Chapter 8: Services Tab ......... . .
  • Page 4 AF-5X User Guide ® Appendix E: Declaration of Conformity ......Appendix F: Contact Information .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    -45° on +45° on airFiber Antenna airFiber Antenna Guide is for use with airFiber model AF-5X, and provides installation instructions, explains how to set up an airFiber link, and shows how to access and use the airFiber Configuration Interface. Package Contents...
  • Page 6 Signal Level Once fully booted, the Signal 1-4 LEDs act as a bar graph showing how close the AF-5X is to ideal aiming. This is auto-scaled based on the link range, the antenna gains, and the configured TX power of the remote AF-5X.

  • Page 7: Installation Requirements

    • Connect the airFiber PoE Adapter to the DATA port, and connect your computer and the MGMT port. • Configure the AF-5X. • Install a ground wire and mount the AF‑5X on an airFiber X antenna. • At the installation site, install the airFiber X antenna with the mounted AF‑5X radio (see the antenna’s Quick Start...

  • Page 8: Airfiber Configuration

    MGMT port on the AF-5X. 7. Click the Wireless tab. 8. Configure the Basic Wireless Settings: a. For one AF-5X, select Master as the Wireless Mode. For 2. Configure the Ethernet adapter on your computer with the other AF‑5X, keep the default, Slave.

  • Page 9: Hardware Installation

    Repeat the instructions in the airFiber Configuration 3. At the installation site, secure the other end of the section on your other AF-5X. After you have configured ground wire to a grounded mast, pole, tower, or the airFiber radios, disconnect them and move them to grounding bar.
  • Page 10 Align the mounting tabs on the back of the AF‑5X with the mounting bracket. b. Slide the AF-5X down to lock it into place. 4. Attach the protective shroud. a. Align the hash mark on the top of the shroud with the notch on the dish antenna.
  • Page 11 AF-5X User Guide Chapter 2: Installation ® Mount the External GPS Antenna Connecting Power over Ethernet Locate a mounting point that has a clear view to the sky, 1. Lift the release latch on the bottom of the AF‑5X and and is above and as far away as possible from the AF‑5X.
  • Page 12 AF-5X User Guide Chapter 2: Installation ® Mount the PoE Adapter (Optional) 4. Connect an Ethernet cable from your network to the Ethernet port labeled LAN on the airFiber PoE Adapter. 1. Remove the Mounting Bracket from the adapter by sliding the bracket downward.

  • Page 13: Alignment

    GPS Antenna AF-5X Mounted on AF-5G30-S45 Ground to Pole, Tower, or Grounding Block: Max. 1 m from AF-5X ETH-SP b. Loosen the six elevation bolts, and use the hex nut on the elevation rod to adjust the elevation. EdgeRouter ™...

  • Page 14: Installer Compliance Responsibility

    AF-5X User Guide Chapter 2: Installation ® Installer Compliance Responsibility 3. Check to see if a link is established. Ensure that the LINK LED is solidly lit green and the Signal LEDs of the Slave Devices must be professionally installed and it is the are displaying signal levels.

  • Page 15: Accessing The Airfiber Configuration Interface

    4. Upon initial login, the Terms of Use appear on the login screen. Enter ubnt in the Username and Password fields, The AF-5X uses the airFiber Configuration Interface for and select the appropriate choices from the Country easy configuration and management via a web browser.

  • Page 16: Product Verification

    The airFiber Configuration Interface contains six main tabs, each of which provides a web-based management page to configure a specific aspect of the AF-5X. This User Guide covers each tab with a chapter. For details on a specific tab, refer to the appropriate chapter.

  • Page 17: Chapter 4: Main Tab

    The Main tab displays a summary of the link status discovery tools. information, current values of the basic configuration Operating Mode Displays the mode of the AF-5X: Slave, settings, network settings and information, and traffic Master, or Reset. statistics. RF Link Status Displays the status of the AF-5X: RF Off,...
  • Page 18 AF-5X User Guide Chapter 4: Main Tab ® When the AF-5X operates in a DFS country, it performs a Regulatory Domain Displays the regulatory domain Channel Availability Check (CAC) before operating. The (FCC/IC, ETSI, or Other), as determined by country rules vary by country and frequency, but in general: selection.

  • Page 19: Ethernet

    ® Monitor Remote TX Power (EIRP) Displays the current average transmit output power (in dBm) of the remote AF-5X. There are two monitoring tools accessible via the links Distance Displays the distance between the airFiber on the Main tab. The default is Performance, which is radios.

  • Page 20: Chapter 5: Wireless Tab

    Master and Slave radios in order for them to connect. Write down the settings you configure on the Wireless tab. You will need to enter the same settings on the AF-5X Country Code Each country has its own power level and at the other end of your PtP link.

  • Page 21: Frequency Settings

    Enter a valid frequency. The current state is Output Power (EIRP) Defines the maximum average displayed. transmit output power (in dBm) of the AF-5X. To specify the output power, use the slider or manually enter the Note: The Master and Slave should have the same output power value.

  • Page 22: Wireless Security

    IPv6 formats excluding dotted quad and “::” (double-colon) notation. • ASCII Enter a combination of alphanumeric characters. Using 128-bit SHA1 (Secure Hash Algorithm 1), the AF-5X hashes the ASCII key to create a 128-bit key for AES. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc.

  • Page 23: Chapter 6: Network Tab

    DHCP reservation because if you do not know the IP address, then the only way to manage There are two ways to access the airFiber Configuration the AF-5X is to reset the AF-5X to its factory default Interface: settings. (Press and hold the Reset button for •...
  • Page 24 The Auto IP always starts with 169.254.X.Y, with X and Y as the last two octets from the MAC address of the AF-5X. For example, if the MAC address is 00:15:6D:A3:04:FB, then the generated unique Auto IP will be 169.254.4.251.

  • Page 25: Chapter 7: Advanced Tab

    In this process, the networked devices settings. These settings should not be changed unless you first share their capabilities and then choose the fastest know the effects the changes will have on the AF-5X. transmission mode they both support. Change To save or test your changes, click Change.
  • Page 26 The Link Off Spacing timer controls the RF link goes down, then the Ethernet link goes down the length of time the AF-5X will wait before allowing and remains down until the RF link goes back up. the Data port’s Ethernet link to go down for a second time if the RF link goes down again.

  • 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 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

    Test To try the changes without saving them, click Test. To keep the changes, click Apply. If you do not click Apply within 180 seconds (the countdown is displayed), the AF-5X times out and resumes its earlier configuration. • Discard To cancel your changes, click Discard.

  • Page 29: Snmp Agent

    • Authorized Keys Click Edit to import a public key file for SSH access to the AF-5X instead of using an admin password. For the purpose of equipment identification, configure the SNMP Agent with contact and location information: SNMP Agent Enables the SNMP Agent.

  • Page 30: Telnet Server

    Remote Log Port The TCP/IP port that receives syslog can use it to set the system time on the AF-5X. If the Log messages. 514 is the default port for the commonly option is enabled, then the system time is reported next to used system message logging utilities.

  • Page 31: Chapter 9: System Tab

    The AF-5X firmware update is compatible with all configuration settings. 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.

  • Page 32: Device

    You can change the administrator password to protect the file and click Open. your device from unauthorized changes. We recommend 2. Click Upload to upload the new firmware to the AF-5X. that you change the default administrator password when initially configuring the device.

  • Page 33: Location

    The controls in this section manage the AF-5X configuration routines and the option to reset the AF-5X to factory default settings. The AF-5X configuration is stored in a plain text file (.cfg file). You can back up, restore, or update the system configuration file:...

  • Page 34: Align Antenna

    AF-5X User Guide Chapter 10: Tools ® Chapter 10: Tools Chain 0/1 Signal Strength Displays the absolute power level (in dBm) of the received signal for each chain. Each tab of the airFiber Configuration Interface contains Note: If “Overload” is displayed to indicate an network administration and monitoring tools.

  • Page 35: Discovery

    Packet loss statistics and latency time evaluation are displayed after the test is completed. Traceroute The Traceroute tool traces the hops from the AF-5X to a specified outgoing IP address. Use this tool to find the route taken by ICMP packets across the network to the destination host.

  • Page 36: View Menu

    AF-5X User Guide Chapter 10: Tools ® View Menu • Launch airView Click Launch airView to download the Java Network Launch Protocol (jnlp) file and complete the launch of airView. Enable Chart Panel 1 (top) Displays the Waterfall or Channel Usage chart in Chart Panel 1, depending on which option you have selected in Preferences.
  • Page 37 Current Real-time Trace Check the Enable box to enable Note: AF-5X channels are not related to Wi-Fi the real-time trace. When enabled, the yellow outline on channels which are determined by IEEE standards. the Real-time chart represents the real-time power level of AF-5X channels are numbered consecutively each frequency.
  • Page 38 AF-5X User Guide Chapter 10: Tools ® Averages Trace Check the Enable box to enable the averages trace. When enabled, the averages trace is represented by the green area on the Real-time chart, which displays the average received power level data since the start of the airView session.

  • 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

    AF-5X User Guide Appendix B: Safety Notices ® Appendix B: 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 location that can be submerged by water.

  • Page 41: Limited Warranty

    AF-5X User Guide Appendix C: Warranty ® Appendix C: Warranty Returns No Products will be accepted for replacement or repair without obtaining a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) Limited Warranty number from UBIQUITI NETWORKS during the warranty UBIQUITI NETWORKS, Inc (“UBIQUITI NETWORKS”)

  • Page 42: Limitation Of Liability

    AF-5X User Guide 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...

  • Page 43: Appendix D: Compliance Information

    AF-5X User Guide Appendix D: Compliance Information ® Appendix D: Compliance Industry Canada CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) Information To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the Installer Compliance Responsibility equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more...

  • Page 44: Rf Exposure Warning

    AF-5X User Guide Appendix D: Compliance Information ® approuvé pour une utilisation avec l’émetteur, ce qui indique le gain maximal d’antenne permis (en dBi) et requis d’impédance pour chacun. • Antenne parabolique, gain: 34 dBi Régions Réglementaires DFS Opération dans les régions réglementaires DFS nécessite une antenne avec un gain minimum de 23 dBi.

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

    AF-5X User Guide Appendix D: Compliance Information ® Frequency Ranges and Power Levels per Country/Region The product can be operated in the countries and regions listed in the following table, within the stated frequency ranges and output power (EIRP) limits.
  • Page 46 AF-5X User Guide Appendix D: Compliance Information ® 5.1 GHz 5.2 GHz 5.4 GHz 5.8 GHz Frequency Range Max. Frequency Range Max. Frequency Range Max. Frequency Range Max. Country/Region (Band Edges in EIRP (Band Edges in EIRP (Band Edges in...
  • Page 47 AF-5X User Guide Appendix D: Compliance Information ® The following table lists the maximum transmit output power (EIRP) for the 5.1 GHz band. 5.1 GHz Band Maximum Transmit Output Power (EIRP) Frequency Range Channel Bandwidth in dBm (Band Edges in MHz)

  • Page 48: Rohs/Weee Compliance Statement

    AF-5X User Guide Appendix D: Compliance Information ® RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement Español La Directiva 2002/96/CE de la UE exige que los equipos que lleven este símbolo en el propio aparato y/o en su embalaje no deben eliminarse junto con otros residuos urbanos no seleccionados.

  • Page 49: Appendix E: Declaration Of Conformity

    AF-5X User Guide Appendix E: Declaration of Conformity ® Appendix E: Declaration of Svenska Härmed intygar UBIQUITI NETWORKS att denna UBIQUITI NETWORKS device, står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga [Swedish] egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår Conformity av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

  • Page 50: Appendix F: Contact Information

    AF-5X User Guide Appendix F: Contact Information ® Appendix F: Contact Information Ubiquiti Networks Support Ubiquiti Support Engineers are located around the world and are dedicated to helping customers resolve software, hardware compatibility, or field issues as quickly as possible.

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