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This section describes the specifications for the AP170 5-GHz directional antenna.
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Frequency range: 5150-5850 MHz
• Bandwidth: 700 MHz
• Gain: 18 dBi
• Width and height: 10" (254 mm), depth: 1.625" (42 mm) without bracket, 8.75" (222 mm) with bracket
• Weight: 2.54 lb (1.15 Kg)
• Polarization: vertical/horizontal
• Maximum power: 20 Watts
• (2) N-type female connectors
• Ethernet connector: autosensing 10/100/1000 Base-T Mbps; compliant with the IEEE 802.3at PoE standard
• Mounting mast diameter: 1.5" - 2" (40 - 50 mm)
• Operating temperature: -40° to 140° F (-40° to 60° C)
• Storage temperature: -40° to 176° F (-40° to 80° C)
• Wind survivability: > 165 mph (266 kph)
• Environmental compliance: IP67
M
OUNTING THE
AP170 5-GH
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You can mount the AP170 5-GHz directional antenna on a vertical or horizontal mast and adjust the
orientation for optimum radio transmission by tilting the mounting bracket. The mounting bracket
accommodates masts with a 1.5" to 2" (40 - 50 mm) diameter.
To provide unobstructed RF coverage, mount the antenna in a relatively open area on a mast so that it has
at least a three-foot (one-meter) clearance from any nearby obstructions.
After checking that you have all the materials and tools necessary, and familiarizing yourself with the safety
and hazard warnings, you are ready to install the antenna. The installation steps are described below.
Attaching the Antenna Mounting Bracket
The following steps describe how to attach the mounting bracket to the back of the antenna.
1. Attach the bracket for a vertical or horizontal installation as shown in the following illustration. Use four
1/4” (6.4 mm) flat washers, locking nuts, and hex nuts to secure the bracket to the antenna chassis.
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Antenna back
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1/4” (6.4 mm) hex
nut, locking washer,
and flat washer
Horizontal mount Vertical mount