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... Omni-Directional Antenna 8 Using the Omni-Directional Antenna 8 How to Achieve Optimal Gain 9 Distance Calculation Examples 10 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna 11 The Omni-Directional Antenna Port 11 Antenna Cable 12 The Lightning Protector (Surge Arrestor) 13 Mounting Kit 13 Chapter 3: Connecting the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna 14 Appendix A: Product Specifications 20 Appendix B: Where to Go From Here 22 Cisco HGA9N...
... Omni-Directional Antenna 8 Using the Omni-Directional Antenna 8 How to Achieve Optimal Gain 9 Distance Calculation Examples 10 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna 11 The Omni-Directional Antenna Port 11 Antenna Cable 12 The Lightning Protector (Surge Arrestor) 13 Mounting Kit 13 Chapter 3: Connecting the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna 14 Appendix A: Product Specifications 20 Appendix B: Where to Go From Here 22 Cisco HGA9N...
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..., including lead, known to the State of the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna. Use the instructions in this Guide to further help you set up and place the Antenna and the access point properly so you for choosing the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna for N Type Connectors. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 4 Wash hands after handling. About This Document Preface...
..., including lead, known to the State of the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna. Use the instructions in this Guide to further help you set up and place the Antenna and the access point properly so you for choosing the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna for N Type Connectors. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 4 Wash hands after handling. About This Document Preface...
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... below show the antenna pattern of the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna on the horizontal plane of the Omni-Directional Antenna. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 5 1 Planning Your Wireless Antenna Coverage The following sections describe how to plan your wireless antenna coverage: • The Antenna Pattern for Radio Waves, page 5 • Optimizing Range, page 7 • Placing the Omni-Directional Antenna, page 8 • Using the Omni-Directional Antenna, page 8 • How...
... below show the antenna pattern of the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna on the horizontal plane of the Omni-Directional Antenna. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 5 1 Planning Your Wireless Antenna Coverage The following sections describe how to plan your wireless antenna coverage: • The Antenna Pattern for Radio Waves, page 5 • Optimizing Range, page 7 • Placing the Omni-Directional Antenna, page 8 • Using the Omni-Directional Antenna, page 8 • How...
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Figure 3 Placing the Omni-Directional Antenna for Optimum Range Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 7 For best results, Cisco recommends placing the Omni-Directional Antenna as illustrated in the next figure. In the figure, note the strongest ranges according to the positioning of the OmniDirectional Antenna. 1 Optimizing Range The power of the wireless signal is strongest on the horizontal plane of the Antenna.
Figure 3 Placing the Omni-Directional Antenna for Optimum Range Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 7 For best results, Cisco recommends placing the Omni-Directional Antenna as illustrated in the next figure. In the figure, note the strongest ranges according to the positioning of the OmniDirectional Antenna. 1 Optimizing Range The power of the wireless signal is strongest on the horizontal plane of the Antenna.
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... client devices-You can achieve better range and transmission with the Omni-Directional Antenna when connecting the wireless client (a PC with any wireless adapter) to other access points that is, a PC with a wireless adapter) stays on the same horizontal plane as possible. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 8 To achieve maximum distance coverage, the other objects close...
... client devices-You can achieve better range and transmission with the Omni-Directional Antenna when connecting the wireless client (a PC with any wireless adapter) to other access points that is, a PC with a wireless adapter) stays on the same horizontal plane as possible. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 8 To achieve maximum distance coverage, the other objects close...
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In this Omni-Directional Antenna). λ is the distance. Here we plug in the receiver sensitivity to speed of λ and frequency equals to calculate the maximum distance. For example, 18dBm for 11Mbps. The product of light (c). LinkBudget is the lump sum of the signal. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 9...is the transmitted power. Sr is not required, but it may be beneficial in optimizing use of the access point and the Omni-Directional Antenna and using the equation below. For example, -82dBm for 11Mbps. TIP This equation is the received power. You can calculate ...
In this Omni-Directional Antenna). λ is the distance. Here we plug in the receiver sensitivity to speed of λ and frequency equals to calculate the maximum distance. For example, 18dBm for 11Mbps. The product of light (c). LinkBudget is the lump sum of the signal. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 9...is the transmitted power. Sr is not required, but it may be beneficial in optimizing use of the access point and the Omni-Directional Antenna and using the equation below. For example, -82dBm for 11Mbps. TIP This equation is the received power. You can calculate ...
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Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 10 Table 1 Coverage Distance from Access Point to Client Devices Data Rate Distance 11 Mbps 0.88 km .55 miles 54 Mbps 0.12 km 0.078 miles Table 2 Coverage Distance from Access Point to determine how you can use 9dBi peak antenna gain and assume 0dBi antenna gain at the client device. 1 Distance... from an access point, the data rate will fall back to client device or between the two access points. As you want to place the Omni-Directional Antenna in the path (the actual value may vary).
Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 10 Table 1 Coverage Distance from Access Point to Client Devices Data Rate Distance 11 Mbps 0.88 km .55 miles 54 Mbps 0.12 km 0.078 miles Table 2 Coverage Distance from Access Point to determine how you can use 9dBi peak antenna gain and assume 0dBi antenna gain at the client device. 1 Distance... from an access point, the data rate will fall back to client device or between the two access points. As you want to place the Omni-Directional Antenna in the path (the actual value may vary).
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Figure 4 Omni-Directional Antenna Port Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 11 For installation purposes, it is important to note that come with the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna and contains the following sections: • The Omni-Directional Antenna Port, page 11 • Antenna Cable, page 12 • The Lightning Protector (Surge Arrestor), page 13 • Mounting Kit, page 13 The Omni-Directional Antenna Port The Omni-Directional Antenna has only...
Figure 4 Omni-Directional Antenna Port Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 11 For installation purposes, it is important to note that come with the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna and contains the following sections: • The Omni-Directional Antenna Port, page 11 • Antenna Cable, page 12 • The Lightning Protector (Surge Arrestor), page 13 • Mounting Kit, page 13 The Omni-Directional Antenna Port The Omni-Directional Antenna has only...
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Figure 5 Antenna Cable Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 12 Note that the two connectors have different polarities and one connector is used to connect the Omni-Directional Antenna to the access point. The connector with white tape. 2 Antenna Cable One six-foot low-loss antenna cable is included with this product and is marked with white tape connects to the access point.
Figure 5 Antenna Cable Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 12 Note that the two connectors have different polarities and one connector is used to connect the Omni-Directional Antenna to the access point. The connector with white tape. 2 Antenna Cable One six-foot low-loss antenna cable is included with this product and is marked with white tape connects to the access point.
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Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 13 Figure 6 Lightning Protector Mounting Kit A kit including U-clamps, nuts, washers, and screws are provided to equipment. 2 The Lightning Protector (Surge Arrestor) The lightning protector is used to protect your 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna when it is used in an outdoor environment. Although it is not required, Cisco recommends using the lightning protector to help prevent damage to mount the Omni-Directional Antenna. The lightning protector screws into the end of the Antenna.
Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 13 Figure 6 Lightning Protector Mounting Kit A kit including U-clamps, nuts, washers, and screws are provided to equipment. 2 The Lightning Protector (Surge Arrestor) The lightning protector is used to protect your 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna when it is used in an outdoor environment. Although it is not required, Cisco recommends using the lightning protector to help prevent damage to mount the Omni-Directional Antenna. The lightning protector screws into the end of the Antenna.
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The following figures are found in a typical external Omni-Directional Antenna setup. STEP 1 Make sure you have all of the hardware displayed below, including a plastic bag containing the mounting hardware. Figure 7 Omni-Directional Antenna Port Figure 8 Lightning Protector Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 14 3 Connecting the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna This chapter explains how to mount and connect the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna to the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point.
The following figures are found in a typical external Omni-Directional Antenna setup. STEP 1 Make sure you have all of the hardware displayed below, including a plastic bag containing the mounting hardware. Figure 7 Omni-Directional Antenna Port Figure 8 Lightning Protector Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 14 3 Connecting the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna This chapter explains how to mount and connect the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna to the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point.
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... Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 15 The location should contain the following items. Items are numbered to correspond with the wall mount example in Figure 11. 1. Omni-Directional Antenna-1 pc 2. For detailed information about adjusting the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna for your application, see "The Antenna Pattern for the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna. STEP 3 Determine whether you will mount the Omni-Directional Antenna to the peer Antenna...
... Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 15 The location should contain the following items. Items are numbered to correspond with the wall mount example in Figure 11. 1. Omni-Directional Antenna-1 pc 2. For detailed information about adjusting the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna for your application, see "The Antenna Pattern for the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna. STEP 3 Determine whether you will mount the Omni-Directional Antenna to the peer Antenna...
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Screws-4 pcs Figure 11 Wall Mount Example 3 Pole Mounting Your pole mounting package should contain the following items. Items are numbered to correspond with the wall mount example in Figure 12. 1. 3. Hose clamp-2 pcs 3. Holder-1 pc Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 16 Holder-1 pc 5. Washers-4 pcs 6. Plastic Fixings-4 pcs 4. Omni-Directional Antenna-1 pc 2.
Screws-4 pcs Figure 11 Wall Mount Example 3 Pole Mounting Your pole mounting package should contain the following items. Items are numbered to correspond with the wall mount example in Figure 12. 1. 3. Hose clamp-2 pcs 3. Holder-1 pc Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 16 Holder-1 pc 5. Washers-4 pcs 6. Plastic Fixings-4 pcs 4. Omni-Directional Antenna-1 pc 2.
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Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 17 Remove the black covering and attach the lightning protector as illustrated below by inserting the male end of the Omni-Directional Antenna has a removable black covering. Screw nuts-4 pcs Figure 12 Pole Mount Example 3 STEP 4 The bottom of the protector into the Antenna. Washers-4 pcs 5. 4.
Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 17 Remove the black covering and attach the lightning protector as illustrated below by inserting the male end of the Omni-Directional Antenna has a removable black covering. Screw nuts-4 pcs Figure 12 Pole Mount Example 3 STEP 4 The bottom of the protector into the Antenna. Washers-4 pcs 5. 4.
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Figure 13 Connect the Lightning Protector to the Antenna 3 Figure 14 Connect the Cable to the Lightning Protector Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 18
Figure 13 Connect the Lightning Protector to the Antenna 3 Figure 14 Connect the Cable to the Lightning Protector Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 18
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Congratulations! As discussed previously, the pole must give the antenna at least 2 meters of the cable that has the white tape around it to the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 19 Figure 15 Connect the Access Point to the Cable STEP 6 If you are mounting to a... base (not included), make sure the base is complete. You can begin using the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna. 3 STEP 5 Attach the male end of clearance from the ground. STEP 7 If you are mounting to a pole, insert the pole (...
Congratulations! As discussed previously, the pole must give the antenna at least 2 meters of the cable that has the white tape around it to the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point. Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 19 Figure 15 Connect the Access Point to the Cable STEP 6 If you are mounting to a... base (not included), make sure the base is complete. You can begin using the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna. 3 STEP 5 Attach the male end of clearance from the ground. STEP 7 If you are mounting to a pole, insert the pole (...
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A Product Specifications The table below contains product specifications for the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna. Specification Model Ports Cabling Type Frequency Range Peak Gain VSWR Polarization HPBW / horizontal HPBW / vertical Impedance Range Dimensions Description HGA9N 1 N-type female connector Coax - 50 Ohm impedance 2400 MHz - 2500 MHz 9 dBi 1.92: 1 Max Linear, vertical 360º 11º...
A Product Specifications The table below contains product specifications for the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna. Specification Model Ports Cabling Type Frequency Range Peak Gain VSWR Polarization HPBW / horizontal HPBW / vertical Impedance Range Dimensions Description HGA9N 1 N-type female connector Coax - 50 Ohm impedance 2400 MHz - 2500 MHz 9 dBi 1.92: 1 Max Linear, vertical 360º 11º...
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...) Go to help you and your customer obtain the full benefits of resources to tools.cisco.com/support/downloads, and enter the model number in the Software Search box. Support Cisco Small Business Support Community www.cisco.com/go /marketplace Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 22 B Where to Go From Here Cisco provides a wide range of the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna.
...) Go to help you and your customer obtain the full benefits of resources to tools.cisco.com/support/downloads, and enter the model number in the Software Search box. Support Cisco Small Business Support Community www.cisco.com/go /marketplace Cisco HGA9N Administration Guide 22 B Where to Go From Here Cisco provides a wide range of the Cisco HGA9N High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna.