airMAX® ac CPE with Dedicated Management Radio Model: NBE-5AC-Gen2
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® NanoBeam® 5AC Gen 2. This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you through installation and also includes warranty terms. Package Contents NanoBeam 5AC Gen 2 Ball Joint Mount Lock Ring airMAX® ac CPE with Dedicated Management Radio Model: NBE-5AC-Gen2 Metal Strap Gigabit PoE (24V, 0.5A) with Mounting Bracket Power Cord Quick Start Guide TERMS OF USE: Ubiquiti radio devices must be professionally installed.
Installation Requirements The NanoBeam can be mounted on a pole or to a wall. A Metal Strap (included) is used for pole-mounting. For wall‑mounting, a suitable fastener such as a screw or bolt (not included) is required. • Pole-mounting: 7 mm socket wrench or screwdriver • Wall-mounting: wall fastener (not included) • Shielded Category 5 (or above) cabling should be used for all wired Ethernet connections and should be grounded through the AC ground of the PoE.
Hardware Overview LEDs Reset Button Ethernet Port (10/100/1000 Mbps) Reset Button To reset to factory defaults, press and hold the Reset button for more than 10 seconds while the NanoBeam is already powered on. Alternatively, the NanoBeam may be reset remotely via a Reset button located on the bottom of the Gigabit PoE Adapter. Ethernet Port This Gigabit Ethernet port is used to connect the power and should be connected to the LAN and DHCP server.
LEDs Power The Power LED will light blue when the device is connected to a power source. Ethernet The Ethernet LED will light steady blue when an active Ethernet connection is made and flash when there is activity. Signal In airOS®, you can modify the threshold value for the wireless signal strength LEDs on the Wireless tab under Signal LED Thresholds. Each LED will light when the wireless signal strength is equal to or greater than the LED’s threshold value.
Hardware Installation The NanoBeam can be mounted on a pole or to a wall. Perform the steps for the appropriate installation: Pole-Mount 1. Insert the Ball Joint Mount into the Lock Ring with the threads of the Lock Ring facing the ball joint. 2. Open the Metal Strap and feed it through the base of the Ball Joint Mount.
3. Wrap the Metal Strap around the pole. Use a 7 mm socket wrench to turn the screw clockwise and securely fasten the clamp to the pole. 4. Attach the NanoBeam to the Ball Joint Mount and turn the Lock Ring to secure it. Keep the Lock Ring loose enough to allow the NanoBeam to pivot for aiming.
Wall-Mount The NanoBeam must be mounted directly to a wood stud or other structurally stable surface to avoid damage to the mounting hole when you adjust the aim. Optional Accessory To enhance stability, you can use the NanoBeam Wall Mount Kit, model NBE-WMK (sold separately). Note: Center screw included. Two optional screws (not included) provide additional stability. Installation Instructions 1. Mark the desired location of the mounting point. 2.
4. If you are using the optional NanoBeam Wall Mount Kit, then skip to step b. a. To attach the Ball Joint Mount to the wall, insert a fastener (not included) through the center of the ball joint, and into the wall. Securely tighten the fastener. Proceed to step 5. b. To attach the Ball Joint Mount to the wall, insert the Wall Mount Kit screw through the center of the ball joint, through the Wall Mount Kit plate, and into the wall. Securely tighten the screw.
5. Attach the NanoBeam to the mount Ball Joint Mount and turn the Lock Ring to secure it. Keep the Lock Ring loose enough to allow the NanoBeam to pivot for aiming. Aiming 1. Aim the front of the NanoBeam towards the other end of the wireless link, while using the bubble level to ensure level alignment. 2. Hand-tighten the Lock Ring to lock the aim. Note: Do not use a tool to tighten the Lock Ring. Tighten the Lock Ring by hand only.
Connecting Power 1. Remove the port cover by pressing down the center of the cover and sliding the cover out. 2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port. 3. Replace the port cover.
4. Connect the power using one of the following options: • Using the included Gigabit PoE Adapter: Go to “Connecting to the PoE Adapter”. • Using a separate PoE switch: Connect the Ethernet cable from the NanoBeam’s Ethernet port to a PoE-enabled Ethernet port on the switch. WARNING: The switch port must comply with the power specifications listed in the Specifications section of this Quick Start Guide. Connecting to the PoE Adapter 1.
Accessing airOS via Wi-Fi Verify connectivity in the airOS Configuration Interface. There are two methods, the U Mobile App and Web Portal. Both are available for 15 minutes immediately after you power on the NanoBeam. If necessary, you can power cycle the NanoBeam to re-enable its Wi-Fi. Proceed to the appropriate instructions: U Mobile App 1. Download the U Mobile app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play™ (Android). 2.
5. Tap Connect on the Login screen. 6. Select your Country and tap Done.
7. Customize your settings as needed.
Web Portal 1. Connect your device’s Wi-Fi to the NanoBeam SSID named: NBE-5AC-Gen2: Note: Ensure that your Wi-Fi connection has DHCP enabled. 2. Launch a web browser and go to: http://setup.ubnt.com 3. Enter ubnt in the Username and Password fields. Select your Country and Language. You must agree to the Terms of Use to use the product. Click Login. Note: The Country setting for U.S. product versions is restricted to a choice of Canada, Puerto Rico, or the U.S.
Installer Compliance Responsibility Devices must be professionally installed and it is the professional installer’s responsibility to make sure the device is operated within local country regulatory requirements. Since Ubiquiti Networks equipment can be paired with a variety of antennas and cables, the Antenna and Output Power fields are provided to the professional installer to assist in meeting regulatory requirements.
Specifications NBE-5AC-Gen2 Dimensions (Mount Included) 189 x 189 x 125 mm (7.44 x 7.44 x 4.92") Weight (Mount Included) 530 g (1.17 lb) Gain 19 dBi Networking Interface (1) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port Wi-Fi for Management Enclosure Outdoor UV Stabilized Plastic Max. Power Consumption Power Supply 8W 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE Adapter (Included) Power Method Passive PoE (Pairs 4, 5+; 7, 8 Return) Wind Loading 45.4 N @ 200 km/h (10.
Safety Notices 1. Read, follow, and keep these instructions. 2. Heed all warnings. 3. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. WARNING: Do not use this product in location that can be submerged by water. WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Electrical Safety Information 1. Compliance is required with respect to voltage, frequency, and current requirements indicated on the manufacturer’s label.
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Industry Canada CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A) This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian CAN ICES-003. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2.
RF Exposure Warning The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 47.4 cm from all persons and must not be located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Les antennes utilisées pour ce transmetteur doivent être installé en considérant une distance de séparation de toute personnes d’au moins 47.4 cm et ne doivent pas être localisé ou utilisé en conflit avec tout autre antenne ou transmetteur.
RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement English European Directive 2012/19/EU requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the product and/or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular household waste streams. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and electronic equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or local authorities.
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