Cisco AIR-ANT2524V4C-R= network antenna
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1. Cisco Systems Capital the Cisco Systems logo Cisco Unity Collaboration Without Limitation Enterprise Solver EtherChannel EtherFast EtherSwitch Event Center Fast Step Follow Me Browsing FormShare GigaDrive HomeLink Internet Quotient IOS iPhone iQ Expertise the iQ logo iQ Net Readiness Scorecard iQuick Study IronPort the IronPort logo LightStream Linksys MediaTone MeetingPlace MGX Networkers Networking Academy Network Registrar PCNow PIX PowerPanels ProConnect ScriptShare SenderBase SMARTnet Spectrum Expert StackWise The Fastest Way to Increase Your Internet Quotient TransPath WebEx and the WebEx logo are registered trademarks of Cisco Systems Inc and or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries All other trademarks mentioned in this document or Website 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 0803R Cisco Aironet Four Element MIMO Dual Band Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2524V4C R a 78 20577 012. 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 utilize its propagation characteristics A way to do this is to orient the antenna horizontally as high as possible at or near the center of its coverage area 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 to install your antenna Paper and vinyl walls have very little affect on signal penetration Solid and pre cast concrete walls limit signal penetration to one or two walls without degrading coverage Concrete and wood block walls limit signal penetration to three or four walls Asignal can penetrate five or six walls constructed of drywall or wood A thick metal wall causes signals to reflect off causing poor penetration Cisco Aironet Four Element MIMO Dual Band Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2524V4C R 78 20577 01 5B B Choosing a Mounting Location A wire mesh spaced between 1 and 1 1 2 in 2 54 and 3 81 cm act
3. TII CISCO Cisco Aironet Four Element MIMO Dual Band Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2524V4C R This document outlines the specifications describes the AIR ANT2524V4C R antenna and provides instructions for mounting it The antenna is a four element MIMO dual band antenna that operates in the 2 4 and 5 GHz frequency ranges The antenna is designed to be ceiling mounted in an indoor environment The following information is provided in this document e Technical Specifications page 2 e System Requirements page 5 e Safety Instructions page 5 e Installation Notes page 5 e Choosing a Mounting Location page 6 e Installing the Antenna page 6 e Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Support and Security Guidelines page 8 Americas Headquarters Cisco Systems Inc 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose CA 95134 1706 USA 2012 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Antenna type 4 Element Dual band Low Profile Omni Operating frequency ranges 2400 2484 MHz 5150 5850 MHz VSWR 2 1 or less in both bands Peak gain 2 4 GHz band 2 dBi 5 GHz band 4 dBi Polarization Linear Azimuth plane 3 dB Omnidirectional beamwidth RU sul Q CISCO Elevation plane 3 dB 2 4 GHz band 69 beamwidth 5 GHz band 60 Length 7 25 in 18 4 cm Width 7 25 in 18 4 cm Depth 1 in 2 5 cm Weigh
4. m Requirements This antenna is designed for indoor use with any Cisco Aironet radio device with dual band 2 4 and 5 GHz RP TNC antenna ports The antenna can be mounted on suspended ceiling tiles having a thickness between in 1 27 cm and 1 in 2 54 cm Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when installing your antenna Plan your installation procedure carefully and completely before you begin If you are installing an antenna for the first time for your own safety as well as others seek professional assistance Consult your dealer who can explain which mounting method to use for the location where you intend to install the antenna Select your installation site with safety as well as performance in mind Remember that electric power cables and telephone lines look alike For your safety assume that any line is an electric power line until determined otherwise Call your local power company or building maintenance organization if you are unsure about cables close to your mounting location When installing your antenna do not use a metal ladder Do dress properly shoes with rubber soles and heels rubber gloves and a long sleeved shirt or jacket If an accident or emergency occurs with the power lines call for qualified emergency help immediately Installation Notes Because antennas transmit and receive radio signals they are susceptible to RF obstructions and common sources of interference that can
5. re for details The antenna cables terminate with a straight RP TNC plug connector after a 36 in 91 44 cm cable The mating connector to the antenna on the access point is an RP TNC jack Cisco Aironet Four Element MIMO Dual Band Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2524V4C R ELEM 78 20577 01 Installing the Antenna W Mounting the Antenna on a Ceiling Tile Figure 1 Ceiling Tile Mounting Details Nut GE Ceiling p 330750 Follow these steps to mount the antenna on a suspended ceiling tile Step1 Mark the location on the ceiling tile where you will mount the antenna Step2 Remove the ceiling tile from the ceiling grids Step3 Usea l in 2 54 cm hole cutter to create a hole in the ceiling tile Step 4 Insert the antenna cables one at a time through the hole in the ceiling tile Step 5 Insert the antenna cables one at a time through the hole in the plastic nut as shown in Figure 1 Cisco Aironet Four Element MIMO Dual Band Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2524V4C R 78 20577 01 B Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Support and Security Guidelines S Note Do not use the rubber gasket when you mount the antenna on a ceiling tile The gasket is not required for ceiling tile installations Step6 Make sure that the antenna is properly positioned on the ceiling tile and then tighten the plastic nut hand tight S
6. s as a harmonic reflector that blocks a 2 4 Ghz radio signal e Install the antenna away from microwave ovens and 2 GHz cordless phones These products can cause signal interference because they operate in the same frequency range as the device to which your antenna is connected e Install the antenna horizontally to maximize signal propagation Choosing a Mounting Location The antenna should be mounted clear of any obstructions to the sides of the radiating elements Generally the higher an antenna is above the floor the better it performs If possible mount the antenna on the ceiling panel within 12 in 30 5 cm of the access point so you can connect its cables directly to the access point If you must mount the antenna farther away from the access point try to make the distance as short as possible Installing the Antenna You can install the antenna on a ceiling tile having a thickness between l in 1 27 cm and 1 in 2 54 cm Tools and Equipment Required You need the following tools and equipment which are not provided e A suitable hole cutter capable of creating a 1 in 2 54 cm hole in a suspended ceiling tile S Note We recommend a hole saw which is available in most home improvement centers and hardware stores e A step ladder high enough to access your ceiling safely Installing the Antenna The antenna is installed to a suspended ceiling tile with a supplied 1 in 2 54 cm plastic nut See Figu
7. t 1 3 1b 0 59 kg Cable 3 ft 91 4 cm plenum rated UV stable Connector RP TNC Environment Indoor Temperature range 32 F to 133 F 0 C to 56 C Cisco Aironet Four Element MIMO Dual Band Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2524V4C R 78 20577 01 Technical Specifications W 2 4 GHz Element 1 Azimuth and Elevation Plane Patterns 5 GHz Element 1 Azimuth and Elevation Plane Patterns Lap Asmulh Plage Patter E AXgmulh Plane Faller rs Ewan Plana Patten Eaton Plana Patbem s v 1 2 a i Ji pu T Azimuth Plane Patam n Asimut Plane Patam E Ewesti n Plane Falje m Erain Pane Falle m Cisco Aironet Four Element MIMO Dual Band Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2524V4C R 78 20577 01 BE Technical Specifications 2 4 GHz Element 3 Azimuth and Elevation Plane Patterns 5 GHz Element 3 Azimuth and Elevation Plane Patterns Azimuth Plana F altam Elation Mass Pallem Azimuth Plana Patlam Elgin Maes Pallem 330572 330575 2 4 GHz Element 4 Azimuth and Elevation Plane Patterns 5 GHz Element 4 Azimuth and Elevation Plane Patterns Asimut Plane Patam is Asmulh Plage Faller Erain Pane Falle Erain Flana Father S305 70 330577 Cisco Aironet Four Element MIMO Dual Band Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2524V4C R 78 20577 01 System Requirements W Syste
8. tep7 Reinstall the ceiling tile Step8 Connect the antenna cables to the access point S Note The 5 GHz antenna cables are identified by a orange collar near the connectors Make sure that you connect these cables to the 5 GHz antenna connection on the access point Suggested Cable Cisco recommends a high quality low loss cable for use with the antenna S Note Coaxial cable loses efficiency as the frequency increases resulting in signal loss The cable should be kept as short as possible because cable length also determines the amount of signal loss the longer the run the greater the loss Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Support and Security Guidelines For information on obtaining documentation obtaining support providing documentation feedback security guidelines and also recommended aliases and general Cisco documents see the monthly What s New in Cisco Product Documentation which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation at http www cisco com en US docs general whatsnew whatsnew html CCDE CCENT Cisco Eos Cisco StadiumVision the Cisco logo DCE and Welcome to the Human Network are trademarks Changing the Way We Work Live Play and Learn is a service mark and Access Registrar Aironet AsyncOS Bringing the Meeting To You Catalyst CCDA CCDP CCIE CCIP CCNA CCNP CCSP CCVP Cisco the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert logo Cisco IOS Cisco Press Cisco Systems
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