Installation guide

Chapter 3 | AP Chassis
How to Connect External Antennas
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6. Secure the AP at the required tilt angle using the two screws provided in the
mounting kit.
How to Connect External Antennas
When deploying an AP, you need to mount external antennas and connect them to
the unit. Two antennas are required for 2.4 GHz operation and two can be used for
5 GHz operation. These antennas are not included in the AP package.
The ECWO5110/ECWO5110-L unit includes an integrated high-gain antenna for 5
GHz operation. External antennas are not required for 5 GHz operation only for 2.4
GHz operation.
Some omnidirectional external antennas attach directly to the N-type connectors
on the unit. Other antennas may include their own mounting brackets and connect
to the unit using RF coaxial cables.
Caution: Be sure to always replace the antenna connector covers for any
connectors that are not being used. It is suggested to also apply weatherproofing
tape to help prevent water entering the connectors.
Figure 14: Antenna Connector Covers
Perform these steps:
1. Remove the protective covers from the antenna connectors that you want to
use for external antennas.
2. For external antennas with mounting brackets, mount the antennas to the
same supporting structure as the AP, within 3 m (10 ft) distance, using the
brackets supplied in the antenna package.
Antenna Connector Cover
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