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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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2.
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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