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Cisco Aironet 7-dBi Diversity Patch Antenna (AIR-ANT5170P-R)

78-16468-02

  Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

Antenna type

Diversity patch

Operating frequency range

5150–5850 MHz

Nominal input impedance

50Ω

2:1 VSWR bandwidth 

5150–5850 MHz

Peak gain

7.0 dBi

Polarization

Vertical

E-plane 3-dB beamwidth

50°

H-plane 3-dB beamwidth

70°

Front-to-back ratio

18 dB

Cable length and type

36 in. (91.4 cm) 
Plenum rated, UV 
stable

Connector type

RP-TNC plug

Length

5.7 in. (14.5 cm)

Width

4.3 in. (10.9 cm)

Height

0.7 in. (1.8 cm)

Weight

8 oz (0.2 kg)

Operating temperature range –22°F  -  158°F 

(–30°C -70°C)

Storage temperature range

–40°F - 185°F 
(–40°C - 85°C)

Wind rating

80 mph (128.7 kph)

H-Plane Pattern

E-Plane Pattern

Summary of Contents for AIR-ANT5170P-R - Aironet Diversity Patch

Page 1: ...ribes the AIR ANT5170P R 7 dBi diversity patch antenna and provides instructions for mounting it The antenna operates in the 5 GHz frequency range and is designed for use in both indoor and outdoor environments The following information is provided in this document Technical Specifications page 2 System Requirements page 3 Installation Guidelines page 4 Installing the Antenna page 5 Obtaining Docu...

Page 2: ...0 MHz Peak gain 7 0 dBi Polarization Vertical E plane 3 dB beamwidth 50 H plane 3 dB beamwidth 70 Front to back ratio 18 dB Cable length and type 36 in 91 4 cm Plenum rated UV stable Connector type RP TNC plug Length 5 7 in 14 5 cm Width 4 3 in 10 9 cm Height 0 7 in 1 8 cm Weight 8 oz 0 2 kg Operating temperature range 22 F 158 F 30 C 70 C Storage temperature range 40 F 185 F 40 C 85 C Wind rating...

Page 3: ...nductor Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available Warning Do not locate the antenna near overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can come into contact with such circuits When installing the antenna take extreme care not to come into contact with such circuits as they may cau...

Page 4: ...y help immediately Installation Guidelines Because the antennas transmit and receive radio signals they are susceptible to RF obstructions and common sources of interference that can reduce throughput and range of the device to which they are connected Follow these guidelines to ensure the best possible performance Mount the antenna to best take advantage of its propagation characteristics Mount i...

Page 5: ... and obstructions If possible find a mounting place directly above your wireless device so that the lead in cable can be as short as possible Installing the Antenna The antenna is designed to be installed on a flat vertical surface indoors or outdoors A mounting hardware kit is provided with the antenna Tools and Equipment Required A mounting installation kit is shipped with the antenna and consis...

Page 6: ... the antenna is not mounted properly degraded performance could result Step 8 Holding the antenna in place start the 8 screw into each antenna mounting hole Step 9 Use a Phillips screwdriver to secure the antenna to the wall Do not overtighten Step 10 Install the end caps onto the flanged washers Caution If you install additional lengths of antenna cable be sure to install a suitable strain relief...

Page 7: ... in wire enters the building Step 4 Drill a hole in the building s wall as close as possible to the equipment to which you will connect the lead in cable Caution There may be wires in the wall Make sure your drilling location is clear of any obstructions or other hazards Step 5 Pull the cable through the hole and form a drip loop close to where it enters the building Step 6 Thoroughly waterproof t...

Page 8: ...ates in the U S and other countries A listing of Cisco s trademarks can be found at www cisco com go trademarks Third party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company 1005R Copyright 2005 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved ...

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