Description
Compact, wireless point-to-point mid-band bridge with a 1.2+ Gbps throughput rate.
Operating on the 5 GHz frequency band, the AF-5 airFiber Mid-Band 5 GHz Carrier Class Point-to-Point Gigabit Radio from Ubiquiti Networks offers point to point connectivity at long distances of over 62 miles (100 kilometers). This enhanced coverage provides a reliable backhaul connection which is an essential part of many building-to-building enterprise network configurations. With a dual-antenna architecture, 2x2 MIMO functionality separates the transmit and receive data streams allowing for increased bandwidth and a more reliable connection. Setup of this PtP Gigabit radio is simple thanks to the airFiber Configuration Interface which can be installed by a single network tech. Once installed, 12 dedicated LED indicators make it easy to see the status of various aspects of the network including data port link/activity, data port speed, management port link/activity, and much more.
AF5 Features
- 1.2Gbps Real Data Throughput
- 5GHz
- 100+ Km Distance Range
Wireless Technology
- Point-to-point wireless platform
- Housed in a compact, highly efficient form factor
- Delivers wireless gigabit+ performance with low latency
- xRT feature uses an adaptive multi-channel coding scheme to enhance radio transceiver performance, while still maintaining regulatory compliance
- Supports long range communication up to 62+ miles
- Operates in license-free, mid-band 5 GHz frequencies
- Worldwide license-free operation
- Delivers gigabit performance at 1.0+ Gb/s
- Suitable for carrier backhaul, building-to-building enterprise use, or public safety applications
Synchronous Data Transmission and Reception
- Transmits data synchronously without any wait time
- Uses traditional TDD and FDD modes of operation
- Features the proprietary Hybrid Division Duplexing (HDD) mode for long range and spectral efficiency performance
- HDD technology calculates the propagation delay for synchronous transmissions and eliminate packet transmission latency
- Based on the ranging algorithm built into the air protocol
Dual-Antenna Architecture
- Features a dual-independent, 2x2 MIMO, high-gain reflector antenna system
- Separate transmit and receive antennas eliminates the extra RF losses caused by the switches or duplexers
- Includes a mechanical back‑plane that is constructed as a one-piece monocoque molding
- Single‑piece, injection‑molded architecture
Network Management
- Network management option between the greater security of out‑of-band management and the convenience of in-band management
- Full SNMP support for network management
- Local and remote status information available on the main tab of the airFiber configuration interface
Processing
- Proprietary INVICTUS core communications processing engine
- Features 1 MHz center channel resolution with Power Envelope Tracking technology
- Accurately and continuously controls transmit power relative to the band edge
- Power level automatically tracks to optimize performance near band edges, allowing you to choose the part of the band with the least interference
Radio Alignment Display
- Radio Alignment Display (RAD) makes aiming quicker and easier
- Dual, calibrated signal strength indicators display the actual signal strength on the local and remote airFiber radios in real time
- Displays information about GPS synchronization status, master/slave mode, RF link status, RF overload warning, current modulation mode, and link activity and speed for wired management and data ports
Installation
- Based on Ubiquiti’s airOS
- Enables quick deployment
- Sliding-clamp design allows mounting hardware to be pre‑assembled prior to installation
- Drop‑in cradle mount design allows the installer to attach mounting hardware to the pole without having to support the weight of the airFiber radio during installation
Innovative Antenna Design
The high-isolation, dual-antenna design is ideal for robust performance in the harshest RF noise environments.
Revolutionary Performance
Surpassing conventional wired backhauls, the airFiber®5 delivers real throughput of up to 1.2+ Gbps.
Long-Range Links: 100+ km
Designed to be a high-performance backhaul, the airFiber®5 performs at a range of up to 100+ km.
Low-Latency Carrier Backhaul
The airFiber®5 supports FDD (Frequency Division Duplexing) in full-duplex mode for < 1 ms latency, resulting in increased efficiency for carrier-class network backhauls.
5 GHz Unlicensed Band
The airFiber®5 operates in worldwide, license-free, 5 GHz frequencies. Users can deploy airFiber5 almost anywhere they choose (subject to local country regulations).
| AF5 Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 938.4 x 468.4 x 281.4 mm |
| Weight | 16 kg (Mount included) |
| Mounting | Pole Mount Kit (Included) |
| Wind Loading | 194 lbf at 125 mph |
| Wind Survivability | 125 mph |
| Hardware | |
|---|---|
| Data Port | (1) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port |
| Configuration Port | (1) 10/100 Ethernet Port |
| Auxiliary Port | (1) RJ-12, Alignment Tone Port |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 40 W |
| Power Supply | 50V, 1.2A PoE GigE Adapter (Included) |
| Power Method | Passive Power over Ethernet (42-58VDC) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 55°C (-40 to 131° F) |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC |
| LEDs | |
|---|---|
| Status | Data Port Link/Activity Data Port Speed Management Port Link/Activity Management Port Speed GPS Synchronization Master/Slave Link Status Modulation Mode 0.25x to 4x, 6x, 8x, Overload Remote and Local Displays (Calibrated Signal Strength) |
| Software | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Throughput | 1.0+ Gbps |
| Maximum Range | 100+ km (Dependent on Regulatory Region) |
| Packets per Second | 1+ Million |
| Encryption | 128-Bit AES |
| Forward Error Correction | 164/205 |
| Cyclic Prefix | 1/16 Fixed |
| Uplink/Downlink Ratio | 50% Fixed |
| Radio Frame Synchronization | GPS |
| Radio Frequency | |
|---|---|
| Operating Frequency | 5470 - 5600 MHz, 5650 - 5850 MHz (FCC 15.247, 15.407, IC RSS 210) 5470 - 5875 MHz (ETSI EN 301 893, EN 302 502) 5470 - 5950 MHz (Other Regions) |
| GPS | GPS Clock Synchronization |
| EIRP | ~33 dBm (FCC/IC) ~20 dBm (CE) |
| Frequency Accuracy | ±2.5 ppm without GPS Synchronization ±0.2 ppm with GPS Synchronization |
| Channel Bandwidth | 100 MHz |
| Modulation | 64QAM MIMO 16QAM MIMO QPSK MIMO QPSK SISO ¼x QPSK SISO |
| Integrated Split Antenna | |
|---|---|
| TX Gain | 23 dBi |
| RX Gain | 23 dBi |
| Beamwidth | 6° |
| Front-to-Back Ratio | 70 dB |
| Polarity | Dual-Slant Polarization |
| Cross-Polarity Isolation | > 28 dB |
Downloads
- airFiber® Datasheet
- airFiber®5 Design Guide
- airFiber® Design Guide
- airFiber® Case Study
- Hangout Music Festival Case Study
- airFiber®5 User Guide
- airFiber®5 Quick Start Guide
- airFiber® Dual-Antenna Architecture Technology Datasheet
- airFiber® HDD (Hybrid Division Duplexing) Technology Datasheet
- airFiber® Radio Technology Datasheet
- airFiber® Radio Technology Datasheet Spanish
- Latest Software
