Ubiquiti NanoStation AC User manual

5 GHz airMAX®AC CPE with
Wi-Fi Management Radio
Model: NS-5AC

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks®
NanoStation® AC. This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide
you through installation and also includes warranty terms.
Package Contents
NanoStation Wall Mount Bracket Screws
(Qty. 2)
Screw Anchors
(Qty. 2)
5 GHz airMAX®AC CPE with
Wi-Fi Management Radio
Model: NS-5AC
Zip Ties
(Qty. 2)
Gigabit PoE Adapter
(24V, 0.5A)
Power Cord Quick Start
Guide
TERMS OF USE: Ubiquiti radio devices must be professionally installed. Shielded Ethernet
cable and earth grounding must be used as conditions of product warranty. TOUGHCable™is
designed for outdoor installations. It is the professional installer’s responsibility to follow local
country regulations, including operation within legal frequency channels, output power, and
Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements.

Installation Requirements
• Phillips screwdriver for wall-mounting
• Shielded Category 5 (or above) cabling with drain wire
should be used for all outdoor 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
Networks. For more details, visit www.ubnt.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 NanoStation and the other
at the entry point to the building. The ETH-SP will absorb
power surges and safely discharge them into the ground.
To LAN
ETH-SP
ETH-SP
ES-8-150W
NS-5AC
Diagram Showing Use of Ethernet Surge Protectors

Hardware Overview
Side View
Mounting
Bracket

LED Panel
Power The Power LED will light blue when
the device is connected to a power source.
Main Main Ethernet The LED will light steady
blue when an active Ethernet connection is
made to the Main/LAN port and flash when
there is activity.
Secondary Secondary Ethernet The LED will light
steady blue when an active Ethernet
connection is made to the Secondary port
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. The LED will light
when the wireless signal strength is equal
to or greater than the LED’s threshold value.
The default threshold values for these LEDs
are shown below:
-94 dBm -80 dBm -73 dBm -65 dBm

Ports
Main
Port
Secondary
Port
Reset
Button
Secondary 10/100/1000 Ethernet port used for bridging and
supports software-configurable PoE passthrough.
Main 10/100/1000 Ethernet port used to connect the power
and should be connected to the LAN and DHCP server.
Reset Button To reset to factory defaults, press and hold the
Reset button for more than 10 seconds while the NanoStation
is poweredon.
*640-00313-07*
640-00313-07

Hardware Installation
1. Press the Port Cover Release Button located on the back of
the NanoStation and slide the cover off.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Main port.
3. Replace the port cover.

Pole Mount
1. Position the NanoStation at the desired location on a pole,
aligning its front toward the other end of the wireless link.
Insert the Zip Tie into the slot of the Mounting Bracket and
tighten around the pole.

2. Insert the second Zip Tie into the remaining slot of the
Mounting Bracket and tighten around the pole for added
security.

Wall Mount
The included Wall Mount Bracket allows the NanoStation to be
mounted on a wall or flat surface using the Screws that came
with the NanoStation.
1. Secure the Wall Mount Bracket to the wall using the two
Screws. Depending on the type of wall material, you may
use the included Screw Anchors for additional stability.
2. Attach the NanoStation to the wall by aligning it with the
Wall Mount Bracket and sliding the Mounting Bracket down
into the slot of the bracket until it is secure.

Connecting Power
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 device’s Main 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. 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’s power port.
Connect the other end of the Power Cord to 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
Verify connectivity in the airOS Configuration Interface. There
are two methods, the UNMS™app and Web Portal. Both
are available for 15 minutes immediately after you power
on the NanoStation. If necessary, you can power cycle the
NanoStation to re-enable its Wi-Fi.
Proceed to the appropriate instructions:
UNMS App
1. Download the UNMS app from the AppStore® (iOS) or
Google Play™(Android).
2. Connect your device’s Wi-Fi to the NanoStation SSID
named: NS-5AC:<MAC Address>
Note: Ensure that DHCP is enabled on your
Wi‑Fiadapter.
3. Launch the app.
4. Tap the NanoStation on the Connections screen.

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 NanoStation SSID
named: NS-5AC:<MAC Address>
Note: Ensure that your Wi-Fi connection has DHCP
enabled.
2. Launch a web browser and go to: http://setup.ubnt.com
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.
to ensure compliance with FCC/IC regulations.
The airOS Configuration Interface will appear, allowing you
to customize your settings as needed. For additional details
on the airOS Configuration Interface, refer to the User Guide
available at www.ubnt.com/download/airmax

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
NS-5AC
Dimensions
With Mount
Without Mount
257 x 84 x 30 mm
(10.12 x 3.31 x 1.18")
257 x 84 x 41 mm
(10.12 x 3.31 x 1.61")
Weight 233 g (8.22 oz)
Gain 16 dBi
Max. Power Consumption 9W
Networking Interface (2) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports
LEDs Power, ETH1, ETH2, (4) Signal Strength
Power Supply 24VDC, 0.5A Gigabit PoE Adapter
Power Method 802.3af or Passive PoE
(Pairs 4, 5+; 7, 8 Return)
Supported Voltage Range 24V ±10%
Mounting Pole and Wall Mounting Kits Included
ESD/EMP Protection ±24 kV 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 5150 - 5875
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: 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
www.ubnt.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-NS5AC) 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 (IC: 6545A-NS5AC) has been approved by ISED
Canada.
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-NS5AC) a été approuvé par ISDE
Canada.

RF Exposure Warning
The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 33 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
33 cm et ne doivent pas être localisé ou utilisé en conflit avec tout autre
antenne ou transmetteur.
Australia and New Zealand
Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user may
be required to take adequate measures.
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.