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IsoStation AC Metal Strap Gigabit PoE (24V, 0.5A) with
Mounting Bracket
Power Cord
Package Contents
Installation Requirements
The IS-5AC comes with a default horn antenna, Horn-5-45, and is compatible with
the following options:
Horn-5-30
Horn-5-60
Horn-5-90
U-OMT-Dish
7 mm socket wrench or screwdriver
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, one near the IsoStation
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and the other at the entry point to the building. The ETH-SP will absorb power
surges and safely discharge them into the ground.
Hardware Overview
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Power LED
Ethernet Port
Reset Button
Release Button
The LED will light blue when the device is connected to a power source.
This Gigabit Ethernet port is used to connect the power and should be connected
to the LAN and DHCP server.
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.
The default horn antenna (beamwidth: 45°) can be swapped out for an optional
horn with a different beamwidth. To remove it, rotate the horn antenna
counterclockwise while depressing the Release Button.
Hardware Installation
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2.
Pole-Mounting
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2.
Connecting Power
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3.
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4.
5.
6. Connect the power using:
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included Gigabit PoE Adapter
PoE switch
Connecting to the PoE Adapter
1. Connect the Ethernet cable from the device to the POE port of the PoE adapter.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your LAN to the LAN port of the PoE adapter.
3. Connect the Power Cord to the adapter, and then plug the Power Cord into a
power outlet.
Mounting the PoE Adapter (Optional)
1. Remove the PoE Mounting Bracket from the adapter, place the bracket at the
desired location, and mark the two holes.
2. Pre-drill the holes if necessary, and secure the bracket using two fasteners (not
included).
3. Align the adapter’s slots with the tabs of the PoE Mounting Bracket, and then slide
the adapter down.
Accessing airOS via Wi-Fi
WARNING: The switch port must comply with the power specifications
listed in this Quick Start Guide.
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Verify connectivity in the airOS® Configuration Interface using the UISP™ 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.
UISP App
1. Download the UISP app.
2. Connect your device’s Wi-Fi to the SSID named: <model>:<MAC Address>
3. Launch the app and follow the on-screen instructions.
Web Portal
1. Connect your device’s Wi-Fi to the SSID named: <model>:<MAC Address>
2. Launch your web browser and go to: 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.
Note: Ensure that DHCP is enabled on your Wi-Fi adapter.
Note: Ensure that your Wi-Fi connection has DHCP enabled.
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The Output Power field is provided to the professional installer to assist in meeting
regulatory requirements.
Specifications
IS-5AC
Dimensions
Without Horn
174 x 174 x 150 mm
(6.85 x 6.85 x 5.91")
131 x 131 x 65 mm
(5.16 x 5.16 x 2.56")
Weight
Without Horn
725.7 g
(1.60 lb)
408.2 g
(0.90 lb)
Beamwidth 45° (Default Horn)
Networking Interface (1) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port
LED Power
Max. Power Consumption 8.5W
Max. TX Power 25 dBm
Power Supply 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE Adapter (Included)
Power Method Passive PoE (Pairs 4, 5+; 7, 8 Return)
Supported Voltage Range 20 to 26VDC
Wind Loading 36 N @ 200 km/h
(8.09 lbf @ 125 mph)
Wind Survivability 200 km/h
(125 mph)
Operating Temperature -40 to 70° C (-40 to 158° F)
Operating Humidity 5 to 95% Noncondensing
Mounting Pole-Mount (Kit Included)
ESD/EMP Protection ± 24kV Contact/Air
Certifications CE, FCC, IC
Operating Frequency (MHz)
Worldwide 5150 - 5875
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Operating Frequency (MHz)
US/CA U-NII-1 5150 - 5250
U-NII-2A 5250 - 5350
U-NII-2C 5470 - 5725
U-NII-3 5725 - 5850
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: Failure to provide proper ventilation may cause fire hazard. Keep at least
20 mm of clearance next to the ventilation holes for adequate airflow.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture.
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. 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
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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 (FCC ID: SWX-IS5AC) has been approved by FCC to operate with the
antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance
for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater
than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Horn antenna, Gain: 14 dBi
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
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2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
This radio transmitter (IC: 6545A-IS5AC) has been approved by ISED Canada to operate with
the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna
impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain
greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this
device.
Horn antenna, Gain: 14 dBi
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 (IC : 6545A-IS5AC) a été approuvé par ISDE Canada pour
l’exploitation avec l’antenne types énumérés ci-dessous avec le gain maximal admissible et
requis l’impédance de l’antenne pour chaque type d’antenne indiqué. Types d’antenne non
inclus dans cette liste, ayant un gain supérieur au gain maximal indiqué pour ce type, sont
strictement interdits pour une utilisation avec cet appareil.
Antenne corne, Gain : 14 dBi
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 20 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 20 cm entre l’élément rayonnant et vous.
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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.
WEEE Compliance Statement
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Declaration of Conformity
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