Cisco Systems AIRANT5114P2MN User Manual
Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 14-dBi Directional Antenna
(AIR-ANT5114P2M-N)
This document outlines the specifications for the Cisco Aironet AIR-ANT5114P2M-N 5-GHz 14-dBi
2-Port Directional antenna with N-type connectors and provides instructions for mounting it. The
antenna operates in the 5-GHz frequency band and is designed for use in outdoor environments.
The following information is provided in this document.
• Technical Specifications, page 2
• System Requirements, page 3
• Safety Precautions, page 3
• Installation Guidelines, page 4
• Installing the Antenna, page 5
• Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request, page 13
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Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
Antenna type 2-Element Patch
Operating frequency range 5150–5900 MHz
Nominal input impedance 50 Ohms
Peak gain 14 dBi
Polarization Linear, Dual
Elevation plane 3-dB
beamwidth
Azimuth plane 3-dB
beamwidth
Sidelobe level < –15 dBc
Front-to-back ratio > 25 dB
Cable length and type 30 in. (76.2 cm)
Connector type N Male
Length 7.8 in. (19.8 cm)
Width 7.8 in. (19.8 cm)
Height 1.2 in. (3 cm)
Weight 21.6 oz. (0.61 kg)
Operating temperature range –40°F to 131°F
Elevation and Azimuth Plane Patterns
Array
30°
30°
outdoor rated Coax
(–40°C to 55°C)
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System Requirements
This antenna is designed for use with Cisco Aironet access points and bridges but can be used with any
5-GHz Cisco Aironet radio device that uses an N-male connector.
Safety Precautions
System Requirements
Warning
Warning
Warning
Warning
Warning
Installation of this antenna near power lines is dangerous. For your safety, follow the installation
directions.
This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you
work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar
with standard practices for preventing accidents.
In order to comply with international radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dish antennas should be
located at a minimum of 8.7 inches (22 cm) or more from the bodies of all persons. Other antennas
should be located a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the bodies of all persons.
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.
This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the
absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection
authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.
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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 cause serious injury or death. For proper
installation and grounding of the antenna, please refer to national and local codes (e.g. U.S.:NFPA 70,
National Electrical Code, Article 810, in Canada: Canadian Electrical Code, Section 54).
Each year hundreds of people are killed or injured when attempting to install an antenna. In many of
these cases, the victim was aware of the danger of electrocution but did not take adequate steps to avoid
the hazard.
For your safety, and to help you achieve a good installation, please read and follow these safety
precautions. They may save your life!
1. If you are installing an antenna for the first time, for your own safety as well as others, seek
professional assistance. Your Cisco sales representative can explain which mounting method to use
for the size and type antenna you are about to install.
2. Select your installation site with safety, as well as performance in mind. Remember, electric power
lines and phone lines look alike. For your safety, assume that any overhead line can kill you.
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Installation Guidelines
3. Call your electric power company. Tell them your plans and ask them to come look at your proposed
installation. This is a small inconvenience considering your life is at stake.
4. Plan your installation carefully and completely before you begin. Successful raising of a mast or
tower is largely a matter of coordination. Each person should be assigned to a specific task and
should know what to do and when to do it. One person should be in charge of the operation to issue
instructions and watch for signs of trouble.
5. When installing your antenna, remember:
a. Do not use a metal ladder.
b. Do not work on a wet or windy day.
c. Do dress properly—shoes with rubber soles and heels, rubber gloves, long sleeved shirt or
jacket.
6. If the assembly starts to drop, get away from it and let it fall. Remember, the antenna, mast, cable,
and metal guy wires are all excellent conductors of electrical current. Even the slightest touch of any
of these parts to a power line complete an electrical path through the antenna and the installer: you!
7. If any part of the antenna system should come in contact with a power line, do not touch it or try
to remove it yourself. Call your local power company. They will remove it safely.
8. If an accident should occur with the power lines call for qualified emergency 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 as high as possible to take advantage of its propagation characteristics.
• Keep the antenna away from metal obstructions such as heating and air-conditioning ducts, large
ceiling trusses, building superstructures, and major power cabling runs. If necessary, use a rigid
conduit to lower the antenna away from these obstructions.
• The density of the materials used in a building’s construction determines the number of walls the
signal must pass through and still maintain adequate coverage. Consider the following before
choosing the location in which to install your antenna:
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Paper and vinyl walls have very little affect on signal penetration.
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Solid and pre-cast concrete walls limit signal penetration to one or two walls without degrading
coverage.
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Concrete and wood block walls limit signal penetration to three or four walls.
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A signal can penetrate five or six walls constructed of drywall or wood.
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A thick metal wall causes signals to reflect, causing poor penetration.
• Install the antenna away from 5-GHz cordless phones. These products can cause signal interference
because they operate in the same frequency range as the device your antenna is connected to.
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Site Selection
Step 1 Measure the height of your antenna.
Step 2 Add this length to the length of your tower or mast and then double this total for the minimum
Caution If you are unable to maintain this safe distance, stop and get professional help.
Installing the Antenna
Before attempting to install your antenna, determine where you can best place the antenna for safety and
performance.
Follow these steps to determine a safe distance from wires, power lines, and trees.
recommended safe distance.
Generally, the higher an antenna is above the ground, the better it performs. Good practice is to install
your antenna about 5 to 10 ft (1.5 to 3 m) above the roof line and away from all power lines 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
You can install the antenna on a pole from 1.63” to 2.3” pipe O.D. The mounting options allow the
antenna to be vertically or horizontally polarized.
Tools and Equipment Required
An installation kit is shipped with the antenna and consists of the panel antenna with adjustable mount
and hardware, including:
• Antenna mount bracket
• Elevation adjustable bracket
• Azimuth adjustable bracket
• Four 1/4-in. 20x3/4 carriage bolts
• Six 1/4-in. 20 hex nuts
• Six 1/4-in. 20 spring lock washers
• Six 1/4-in. 20 flat washers
• Two pipe clamps
To attach the mount to the antenna and secure it to the pole, you need the following tools and equipment,
which are not provided.
• 7/16-in wrench
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• 5/16-in nut driver or flat head screwdriver for pipe clamps
The following sections contain typical procedures for installing the antenna on a pole. Your installation
may vary. Before you begin, you may want to refer to Figure 1.
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