Aerohive AP170, Installation Manual

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AP170 5-GHz Directional Antenna Installation Guide 1
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This guide explains how to install an Aerohive AP170 5-GHz directional antenna and connect it to an AP170
access point. These antennas are designed to be installed in pairs within line-of-sight of each other. When
planning your installation, make sure that there are no obstructions in the line-of-sight space between the
antennas, and that there are no metal objects within 5 feet, (1.5 meters) of either side of the antennas.
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The AP170 5-GHz directional antenna kit includes the following items:
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AP170 5-GHz 18-dBi antenna (Aerohive part number AH-ACC-170-ANT-18)
• (4) 3/8” (10 mm) hex nuts
• (4) 3/8” (10 mm) locking washers
• (4) 3/8” (10 mm) flat washers
• Mounting bracket
• Bracket hardware: (4) 5/8” (16 mm) hex nuts, (4) 1/2” (12.7 mm) locking washers, and (4) 5/8”
(16 mm) flat washers
To install this antenna, you will need the following accessories and tools:
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(2) 50-Ohm outdoor antenna cables with N-male connectors at both ends
• Drive sockets (nut drivers) for 3/8” (10 mm) and 5/8” (16 mm) hex nuts
• 5/8” (16 mm) open-end wrench to adjust the antenna tilt angle
• RF test meter for 5-GHz devices
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Read and follow these safety instructions and hazard warnings before installing this antenna. Keep these
instructions for future reference.
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To comply with radio frequency exposure limits, do not place this antenna within 26" (65 cm) of people.
• Make sure that there are no metal objects within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of either side of the antenna.
• Make sure there is nothing that obstructs the line-of-sight between antennas.
• To protect the AP170 antenna from lightning, do not place it at the highest point of a building or
structure.
To install this antenna, you must be a qualified installation professional, licensed or certified in
accordance with local regulations.
Use only attachments and accessories specified by Aerohive.
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. During installation, exercise extreme care not to
come into contact with these circuits, which can cause serious injury or death. For proper installation
of the product, refer to national and local electrical codes: NFPA (National Fire Protection
Association) 70, National Electrical Code Article 810 (U.S.); Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA 22.1
and Section 54 (Canada); and if local or national electrical codes are not available, refer to IEC
(International Electrotechnical Commission) 364, Part 1 through 7 (other countries).
Do not connect or disconnect antennas or cables from the AP170 during periods of lightning activity.