Cisco Aironet 2.4-Ghz Articulated Dipole Antenna (AIR-ANT2422DW-R)

Cisco Aironet 2.4-Ghz Articulated Dipole Antenna (AIR-ANT2422DW-R)

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Overview

This document outlines the specifications and description of the 2.2-dBi articulating dipole antenna. This antenna operates in the 2.4- 2.5-GHz band and is designed for use with Cisco Aironet radio products utilizing an RP-TNC connector.

Technical Specifications

Antenna type	Dipole
Operating frequency range	2402-2495 MHz
Nominal input impedance	50 Ohms
2:l VSWR bandwidth	2385 - 2515 Mhz
Peak gain	2 dBi
Polarization	Linear, vertical
E-Plane 3-dB beamwidth	70o
H-Plane 3-dB beamwidth	Omnidirectional
Dimensions	5.5 in. (13 cm)
Weight	1 oz.
Connector type	RP-TNC plug
Environment	Indoor
Operating temperature range	32oF to 140oF (0oC to 60oC)

E-Plane Pattern		H-Plane Pattern

System Requirements

This antenna is compatible with any 2.4-GHz Cisco Aironet device with an RP-TNC connector.

Features

The antenna has an articulated base that can be rotated 360 degrees at the connection point and from 0 to 90 degrees at its knuckle. The articulated base is shown in the following illustration.

Installing the Antenna

Caution This antenna operates in the 2.4-GHz frequency range. Do not connect it to 5-GHz antenna connectors, which are identified by a blue dot. Connecting this antenna to a 5-GHz connector will degrade radio performance and could damage the radio.

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Follow these steps to connect the antenna to an access point.

Step 1 Align the antenna connector with the RP-TNC connector on the access point.

Step 2 Engage the antenna connector threads with the RP-TNC connector.

Step 3 Tighten the antenna hand tight.

Step 4 Adjust the antenna’s articulated mount to the desired position.

Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request

For information on obtaining documentation, using the Cisco Bug Search Tool (BST), submitting a service request, and gathering additional information, see What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation at: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/general/whatsnew/whatsnew.html.

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