Ubiquiti GigaBeam GBE User manual

60 GHz/5 GHz Radio System
with 1Gbps+ Throughput
Model: GBE

Package Contents
GBE Ball Joint
Mount
Lock Ring
Metal Strap Gigabit PoE (24V, 0.5A)
with Mounting Bracket
Power Cord

Installation Requirements
• Pole-mounting: 7 mm socket wrench or screwdriver
• Wall-mounting: wall fastener (not included)
• Shielded Category 5 (or above) cabling with drain wire
should be used for all wired Ethernet connections and
should be grounded through the AC ground of the PoE.
We recommend that you protect your networks from
harmful outdoor environments and destructive ESD events
with industrial-grade, shielded Ethernet cable from Ubiquiti.
For more details, visit ui.com/toughcable
• Surge protection should be used for all outdoor installations.
We recommend that you use two Ethernet Surge Protectors,
model ETH-SP-G2, one near the device and the other at
the entry point to the building. The ETH-SP-G2 will absorb
power surges and safely discharge them into the ground.
LAN
ETH-SP-G2
ETH-SP-G2
ES-8-150W
GBE

Hardware Overview
1Reset Button
To reset to factory defaults, press and hold the Reset button for more
than 10 seconds while the device is poweredon. Alternatively, the
device may be reset remotely via a Reset button located on the bottom
of the Gigabit PoE Adapter.
2Ethernet Port
This Gigabit Ethernet port is used to connect the power and should be
connected to the LAN and DHCP server.

LEDs
3
4 6
57
3
GPS
Lights steady blue when there is a strong GPS signal. .
460 GHz
Lights steady blue when 60 GHz link is ready.
55 GHz
Lights steady blue when the 5 GHz link is ready.
6
LAN
The LED will light steady blue when an active Ethernet connection is
made to the Ethernet port and ash when there is activity.
7
Power/Status
Color Status
Flashing White Bootup is in progress.
White Ready for use; UNMS is disabled.
Blue Ready for use; UNMS is enabled and connected.
Steady Blue with
Occasional Flashing
Ready for use; UNMS is enabled but not
connected.
Quickly Flashing Blue Used to locate device from UNMS or web.
Alternating
Blue/White Firmware upgrade is in progress.

Hardware Installation
Go to the appropriate mounting instructions: Pole Mounting
or “Wall Mounting”.
Pole-Mounting
1.
2.

3.
4.

Wall Mounting
The device 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.

2.
3.
OR
Fastener (not included) NanoBeam Wall Mount Kit
4.

Aiming
1.
2.

Connecting Power
1.
2.
3.

4.
WARNING: The switch port must comply with the
power specifications listed in “Specifications”.
OR
Mounting the PoE Adapter (Optional)

Accessing airOS via Wi-Fi
Verify connectivity in the airOS Configuration Interface
using the UNMS™app or Web Portal. Both are available for
15 minutes immediately after you power on the device.
If necessary, you can power cycle the device to re-enable
itsWi-Fi.
UNMS App
1. Download the UNMS app.
2. Connect your device’s Wi-Fi to the SSID named:
GBE:<MAC Address>
Note: Ensure that DHCP is enabled on your
Wi-Fiadapter.
3. Launch the app and follow the on-screen instructions.
Web Portal
1. Connect your device’s Wi-Fi to the SSID named:
GBE:<MAC Address>
Note: Ensure that your Wi-Fi connection
has DHCP enabled.
2. Launch a web browser and go to: http://setup.ui.com
http://setup.ui.com

3. Select your Country and Language. You must agree to the
Terms of Use to use the product. Click Continue.
4. Create a username and password. Confirm your new
password and then click Save.
The airOS Configuration Interface will appear, allowing you to
customize your settings as needed. For additional details, refer
to the User Guide available at ui.com/download/airmax-ac

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.
The Output Power field is provided to the professional installer
to assist in meeting regulatory requirements.

Specifications
GBE
Dimensions 140 x 140 x 90 mm (5.51 x 5.51 x 3.54")
Weight 376 g (13.3 oz)
Gain
5 GHz
60 GHz
10 dBi
17.2 dBi
Networking Interface 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port
Wi-Fi for Management
Enclosure UV-Resistant Polycarbonate
Max. Power Consumption 11W
Power Supply 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE Adapter (Included)
24V, 1A if Using Motor Accessory
Power Method Passive PoE (Pairs 4, 5+; 7, 8-)
Wind Loading 56 N @ 200 km/h (12.6 lbf @ 125 mph)
Wind Survivability 200 km/h (125 mph)
Mounting Pole-Mount (Kit Included)
Wall-Mount (Not Included)
ESD/EMP Protection ± 24kV Contact/Air
Operating Temperature -40 to 70° C (-40 to 158° F)
Operating Humidity 5 to 95% Noncondensing
Certications CE, FCC, IC
Operating Frequency (MHz)
Worldwide 5180 - 5875
57,000 - 66,000
US/CA
U-NII-1:
5180 - 5250
U-NII-3:
5725 - 5850
57,000 - 66,000
Management Radio (MHz)
Worldwide 2412 - 2472
US/CA 2412 - 2462

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 a 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. Connection to a
different power source than those specified may result in improper
operation, damage to the equipment or pose a fire hazard if the
limitations are not followed.
2. There are no operator serviceable parts inside this equipment. Service
should be provided only by a qualified service technician.
3. This equipment is provided with a detachable power cord which has
an integral safety ground wire intended for connection to a grounded
safety outlet.
a. Do not substitute the power cord with one that is not the provided
approved type. Never use an adapter plug to connect to a 2-wire
outlet as this will defeat the continuity of the grounding wire.
b. The equipment requires the use of the ground wire as a part of the
safety certification, modification or misuse can provide a shock
hazard that can result in serious injury or death.
c. Contact a qualified electrician or the manufacturer if there
are questions about the installation prior to connecting the
equipment.
d. Protective earthing is provided by Listed AC adapter. Building
installation shall provide appropriate short-circuit backup
protection.
e. Protective bonding must be installed in accordance with local
national wiring rules and regulations.
Limited Warranty
ui.com/support/warranty
The limited warranty requires the use of arbitration to resolve disputes on
an individual basis, and, where applicable, specify arbitration instead of
jury trials or class actions.

Compliance
FCC
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions.
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operations of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
This radio transmitter has been approved by FCC.
ISED Canada
CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)
This device complies with ISED Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
This radio transmitter has been approved by ISED Canada.
The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor
use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile
satellite systems.
CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’ISDE Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux
conditions suivantes :
1. l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2. l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Le présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par ISDE Canada.
Les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés
uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques
de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les
mêmes canaux.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Radiation Exposure Statement:
• This equipment complies with radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
• This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum
distance 33 cm between the radiator and your body.
• This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
AVIS IMPORTANT :
Déclaration sur l’exposition aux rayonnements :
• Cet équipement est conforme aux limites prévues pour l’exposition aux
rayonnements dans un environnement non contrôlé.
• Lors de l’installation et de la mise en fonctionnement de l’équipement,
assurez-vous qu’il y ait une distance minimale de 33 cm entre l’élément
rayonnant et vous.
• Cet émetteur ne doit être installé à proximité d’aucune autre antenne
ni d’aucun autre émetteur, et ne doit être utilisé conjointement à aucun
autre de ces appareils.
Australia and New Zealand
Warning: This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32.
In a residential environment this equipment may cause radio
interference.
Brazil
Nota: Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção contra
interferência prejudicial e não pode causar interferência em
sistemas devidamente autorizados.

CE Marking
CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with
all directives that are applicable to it.
Country List
AT BE BG CY CZ DE DK EE EL ES FI FR HR HU
IE IT LV LT LU MT NL PL PT RO SE SI SK UK
BFWA (Broadband Fixed Wireless Access) members noted in blue
Note: This device meets Max. TX power limit per ETSI regulations.
The following apply to products that operate in the 5 GHz frequency range:
Note: This device is restricted to indoor use only when operating
in the 5150 - 5350 MHz frequency range within all member states.
Note: All countries listed may operate at 30 dBm. BFWA member
states may operate at 36 dBm.
Note: Operation in the 5.8 GHz frequency band is prohibited in
BFWA member states. Other countries listed may use the 5.8 GHz
frequency band.
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. Correct disposal and recycling will help
prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human
health. For more detailed information about the disposal of your old
equipment, please contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or
the shop where you purchased the product.