Ubiquiti UniFi AP BeaconHD User manual

UAP-BeaconHD Wall Plate (Optional)
Package Contents
System Requirements
If a controller is used: UniFi Network Controller software v5.11 or newer (running on a UniFi
Cloud Key or other server), available at: ui.com/download/uni
(1) UniFi Access Point or Dream Machine for the UAP-BeaconHD to mesh to
Either of the following is required:
iOS or Android™ Mobile Device with UniFi Network App Installed
Web Browser: Google Chrome (Other browsers may have limited functionality)
Hardware Overview
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System LED
Reset Button
Flashing White Initializing.
White Factory defaults, waiting for integration.
Alternating White/Blue Device is busy; do not touch or unplug it. This usually indicates that a process such as a rmware upgrade is
taking place.
Blue Successfully integrated into a network and working
properly.
Flashing Blue
This is used to locate a device.
When you click Locate in the UniFi Network Controller
software, the LED will ash blue. The software will also
display the location of the device on the map.
Resets to factory defaults. The device should be running after bootup is complete. Press
and hold the Reset button for about 10 seconds until the LED starts ashing and then
becomes solidly lit. After a few seconds, the LED will turn off, and the device will
automatically reboot.
Connecting Power
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Replacing the Wall Plate (Optional)
If the UAP-BeaconHD doesn’t t over the existing wall plate, install the included Wall Plate
instead.
1.
2.
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3.
Before You Begin
The UAP-BeaconHD is automatically discovered by the UniFi Network Controller of a UniFi AP
or UDM that can hear the UAP-BeaconHD.
Before adopting the UAP-BeaconHD, access the conguration screen of the nearby UniFi AP
or UDM. Ensure that Allow meshing from other access points is enabled (enabled by default).
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Adopting the UAP-BeaconHD
You have the following options:
“Using the UniFi Network App”
“Using the UniFi Network Software”
Using the UniFi Network App
1. 
2.
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3.
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5. The System LED will turn blue to conrm that it has been successfully adopted.
Using the UniFi Network Software
1. From the UniFi Network Controller dashboard, click Devices in the left menu bar.
2. On the Devices screen, locate the UAP-BeaconHD in the list of devices under the Model
column. To adopt the UAP-BeaconHD, click Adopt.
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3. The System LED will turn blue to conrm that it has been successfully adopted.
Specications
UAP-BeaconHD
Dimensions 169.7 x 112.15 x 32.2 mm
(6.68 x 4.42 x 1.27")
Weight 260 g
(9.17 oz)
Max. Power Consumption 11.5W
Power Method AC
Power Supply AC
Supported Voltage Range 100 - 240VAC, 0.3A Max., 50/60 Hz
LED System Status
Operating Frequency 2.4 GHz
5 GHz
Max. TX Power (EIRP)
2.4 GHz 24.8 dBm
5 GHz 30 dBm
Wi-Fi Standards 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ac-wave2
Wireless Security WEP, WPA-PSK,
WPA-Enterprise (WPA/WPA2, TKIP/AES)
Operating Temperature -10 to 60° C (14 to 140° F)
Operating Humidity 5 to 95% Noncondensing
Certications FCC, IC
Antenna Gain of 4 Single-Polarity Antennas
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Antenna Gain of 4 Single-Polarity Antennas
(2) Dual-Band 2.4 GHz 4.5 dBi
5 GHz 5 dBi
(2) Single-Band 5 GHz 5 dBi
Safety Notices
1. Read, follow, and keep these instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
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 specied may result in
improper operation, damage to the equipment or pose a re hazard if the limitations are not followed.
2. There are no operator serviceable parts inside this equipment. Service should be provided only by a
qualied service technician.
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 modications 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 B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
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be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This radio transmitter (FCC ID: SWX-UDMB) has been approved by FCC.
ISED Canada
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
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-UDMB) 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(B)/NMB-3(B)
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-UDMB) a été approuvé par ISDE Canada.
Les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation
à l’intérieur an 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.
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