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Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 14-dBi Directional Antenna (AIR-ANT5114P2M-N)
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Installing the Antenna
Site Selection
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.
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
recommended safe distance.
Caution If you are unable to maintain this safe distance, stop and get professional help.
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
• 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.