Ubiquiti AF-5X Quick Start Manual
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- Page 1 LINK MGMT DATA 5 GHz Carrier Backhaul Radio D A T A M G M T G P S Model: AF-5X L I N K...
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Page 2: Package Contents
Configuration Interface, and explain how to set up an airFiber link. This Quick Start Guide is for use with the airFiber AF-5X. Warranty terms, safety notices, and compliance information are in the airFiber AF-5X User Guide, available at: downloads.ubnt.com Package Contents airFiber AF-5X... -
Page 3: Installation Requirements
Installation Requirements The airFiber AF-5X radio operates only with an airFiber X antenna or a converted RocketDish antenna. ™ airFiber X antenna models: • AF-5G23-S45 • AF-5G30-S45 • AF-5G34-S45 Conversion Kit for RocketDish (RD-5G30/RD-5G34): • AF-5G-OMT-S45 Other Requirements • Clear line of sight between airFiber radios •... -
Page 4: Hardware Overview
Hardware Overview Connects to External GPS Chain 0: Chain 1: Antenna Connects to Connects to + 45° on - 45° on airFiber Antenna airFiber Antenna Panel Port Cover... - Page 5 Ports Data Management Reset Port Port Button Management Port 10/100 Mbps, secured Ethernet port for configuration. In-Band Management is enabled by default in the airFiber Configuration Interface. When In-Band Management is disabled, the MGMT port is the only port that can monitor, configure, and/or update firmware.
- Page 6 Initializing airFiber Software When the airFiber application begins to boot under airOS, the Signal 4 LED goes from solidly on to a 2.5 Hz flash. This continues until the AF-5X is fully booted. 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.
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Page 7: Additional Leds
Additional LEDs State Status RF Off Short Flash* Syncing LINK Normal Flash* Beaconing Long Flash* Registering Operational No GPS Synchronization Normal Flash* Non-Operational (Weak Signal) Operational (Strong Signal) No Ethernet Link MGMT Ethernet Link Established Random Flashing Ethernet Activity No Ethernet Link DATA Ethernet Link Established Random Flashing Ethernet Activity... -
Page 8: Installation Overview
• Secure the ground wire and mount the GPS antenna. • Establish and optimize the RF link. Connecting Power over Ethernet 1. Lift the release latch on the bottom of the AF-5X and slide the Port Cover off. - Page 9 2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the DATA port. 3. Connect the Ethernet cable from the DATA port to the 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.
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Page 10: Airfiber Configuration
The instructions in this section explain how to access the airFiber Configuration Interface and configure the following settings: Wireless Mode • Configure one AF-5X as the Master and the other as the Slave. • Frequency Setting The operating Frequency must be the same on both the Master and the Slave. - Page 11 4. The login screen will appear. Enter ubnt in the Username and Password fields. Select your Country and Language. You must agree to the Terms of Use to use the product. Click Login. Note: U.S. product versions are locked to the U.S. Country Code to ensure compliance with FCC regulations.
- Page 12 8. Configure the Basic Wireless Settings: a. For one AF-5X, select Master as the Wireless Mode. For the other AF-5X, 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 13 Click Change and then click Apply. Repeat the instructions in the airFiber Configuration section on the other AF-5X radio. For details on the airFiber Configuration Interface, refer to the airFiber AF-5X User Guide, available at: downloads.ubnt.com...
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Page 14: Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation Install a Ground Wire 1. Remove the nut from the Ground Bonding Point located on the back of the AF-5X. Ground Bonding Point 2. Attach a ground wire (min. 10 AWG or 5 mm ) to the lug and replace the nut to secure the wire. - Page 15 Mount to an Antenna The AF-5X can be mounted to an airFiber X antenna or an airFiber X converted RocketDish. The airFiber X Antenna (AF-5G30-S45) is shown in the following steps: 1. Attach the AF-5X to the mounting bracket. a. Align the mounting tabs on the back of the AF-5X with the mounting bracket.
- Page 16 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. 3. Attach the External GPS Antenna to the RF connector labeled GPS.
- Page 17 4. Attach the protective shroud. a. Align the hash mark on the top of the shroud with the notch on the dish antenna. b. Rotate the shroud clockwise until it locks into place.
- Page 18 Mount the External GPS Antenna Locate a mounting point that has a clear view to the sky, and is above and as far away as possible from the AF-5X. 1. Attach the GPS Antenna Mount to the pole using the metal strap, or attach it to a wall using the appropriate fasteners (not included).
- Page 19 Connecting Power over Ethernet 1. Lift the release latch on the bottom of the AF-5X and slide the Port Cover off. 2. Connect an outdoor, shielded Ethernet cable to the DATA port.
- Page 20 3. Connect the other end of the cable from the DATA port to the 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. 4.
- Page 21 Mount the PoE Adapter (Optional) 1. Remove the Mounting Bracket from the adapter by sliding the bracket downward. 2. Place the Mounting Bracket at the desired location and mark the holes for the fasteners. Pre-drill the holes if necessary, then secure the bracket to wall using two fasteners (not included).
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Page 22: Surge Protection
GPS Antenna AF-5X Mounted on AF-5G30-S45 Ground to Pole, Tower, or Grounding Block: Max. 1 m from AF-5X ETH-SP EdgeRouter ™ ETH-SP airFiber PoE Adapter Power Source... - Page 23 Alignment Tips • To accurately align the airFiber radios for best performance, you MUST align only one end of the link at a time. • You may need to use additional hardware to compensate for issues such as the improper orientation of a mounting pole or significant elevation differences between airFiber radios.
- Page 24 b. Loosen the six elevation bolts, and use the hex nut on the elevation rod to adjust the elevation. Note: Do NOT make simultaneous adjustments on the Master and Slave. Slave Visually aim the Slave at the Master. To adjust the Slave’s position: a.
- Page 25 Slave Aim the Slave at the Master to achieve the strongest signal level on the Master. Note: Refer to the Signal LEDs section for details on the signal values. Note: Maximum signal strength can best be achieved by iteratively sweeping through both azimuth and elevation.
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Page 26: Installer Compliance Responsibility
Installer Compliance Responsibility Devices must be professionally installed and it is the professional installer’s responsibility to make sure the device is operated within local country regulatory requirements. The Output Power, Antenna Gain, Cable Loss, and Frequency fields are provided to the professional installer to assist in meeting regulatory requirements. -
Page 27: Specifications
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) GPS Antenna External, Magnetic Base Power Supply 24V, 1A PoE Gigabit Adapter (Included) -
Page 28: Online Resources
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