Antenna Compatibility
The airFiber AF-5XHD radio is designed for use with the
following airFiber X antenna models:
• AF-5G23-S45
• AF-5G30-S45
• AF-5G34-S45
The AF-5XHD can also operate with the following RocketDish
™
antenna models:
• RD-5G30*
• RD-5G34*
* Requires Universal Bracket (included) or AF-5G-OMT-S45 Conversion
Kit (not included).
Installation Requirements
• Clear line of sight between airFiber radios
• Clear view of the sky for proper GPS operation
• Vertical mounting orientation
• Mounting point:
• At least 1 m below the highest point on the structure
• For tower installations, at least 3 m below the top of
the tower
• Ground wires – min. 10 AWG (5 mm
2
) and max. length:
1 m. As a safety precaution, ground the airFiber radio to
grounded masts, poles, towers, or grounding bars.
WARNING:
Failure to properly ground your
airFiber radio will void your warranty.
• (Recommended) 2 Outdoor Gigabit PoE surge protectors
Note:
For guidelines about grounding and lightning
protection, follow your local electrical regulatory
codes.
• Outdoor, shielded Category 6 (or above) cabling and
shielded RJ-45 connectors are required for all wired Ethernet
connections.
