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Installation Guide500mW Bi-directional Booster ANT24BNAPower InjectorANT24BDC
IntroductionThis section introduces the NETGEAR ANT24BNA 500 mW Bi-directional Booster and theNETGEAR ANT24BDC 6 VDC, 1.5A Power Injector and related components.The 500-milliwatt bi-directional power booster for the NETGEAR ME103 802.11b ProSafeWireless Access Point increases the transmission signal from an average 50 mW to 500 mWand amplifies the signal by 10 dB (10 times) in receive mode. Use this when you want tomaintain a single access point device to cover a larger area.The ANT24BDC enables locating an antenna and a NETGEAR ANT24BNA booster morethan 30 feet away from the wireless unit in a remote area where electrical power is not available.DC power is supplied to the booster through the antenna cable by means of the power injector.This eliminates the need to install extra wires. Moreover, unlike power over Ethernet devices,this configuration never needs to be reset.The booster and power injector are part of a wireless system, including the access point, cablesand antennas. According to FCC regulations, the booster can only be used with the wirelessaccess point that is provided with it. Check http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antennas_fcc for alist of approved devices.500 mW Booster Package ContentsThe package should contain• NETGEAR 500mW Bi-directional Booster for 802.11b ANT24BNA• NETGEAR PWR-10015-01 DC power adapter• Ceiling/wall mount bracket and hardware• Installation guide• Warranty card• Support information cardInstallation Guide, Warranty card and Support information card500 mW Bi-directional booster ANT24BNAWall and ceiling mount bracket and hardwarePower adapter1
–Use a NETGEAR antenna cable of no more than 3 m between the Power Injector andthe access point.–For optimal performance, the combined length of both NETGEAR antenna cables should not exceed 13 m. If the length exceeds 13 m, the overall performancewill decrease.Antenna cables have intrinsic loss at 2.4 GHz which can decrease range performance. Thelonger the cable, the higher its loss. To achieve optimal performance, use the shortest antennacable you can from the antenna to the ANT24BNA booster. Cable loss between the boosterANT24BNA and antenna in the transmit and receive functions cannot be compensated.However, the NETGEAR antenna cable between the ANT24BNA booster and the wirelessaccess point can be as long as 10 m without performance reduction. By the same token, a 3 mNETGEAR antenna cable between the optional injector and wireless access point can be addedwithout performance reduction.In receive mode, the booster amplifies the signal by 10 dB with a low noise amplifier. Thisamplification can compensate for cable loss up to 10 dB (booster to wireless node only). Intransmit mode, the booster accepts the 802.11b input signal as low as 5 dBm and amplifies it to 27dBm (variable power amplifier). The typical output power of an 802.11b wireless node is 15dBmor more. So, there is a 10 dB margin to fully compensate for cable loss. The loss in the cablebetween the booster and the wireless node only can be completely compensated in transmit andreceive mode up to 10 dB loss without any reduction of performance. Installing the BoosterTurn off your ME103 Wireless Access Point and connect your wireless accessories according tothe illustration. After attaching your new antenna, reconnect your wireless device to the networkand turn it on.Power Injector Package ContentsThe package should contain•NETGEAR 6 VDC 1.5A Power Injector ANT24BDC for bi-directional booster ANT24BNA•Installation Guide•Warranty card•Support information cardIf any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep thecarton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for repair.NOTE: To obtain optimal results in extending wireless range with antenna installations, it isrecommended that a qualified professional installer service is consulted for site survey andproper installation.Placement and Other Important Considerations Observe the following guidelines when configuring your Booster for 802.11b. In order to complywith FCC regulations you must use NETGEAR antenna cables (ACC-10314-01, 02, 03 or 04)with these products. These antenna cables are low loss and are ideally suited for the NETGEARbooster, power injector and antennas. Performance (range) can be drastically reduced if longer orhigher loss antenna cables are used.•Place the ANT24BNA booster as close as possible to the antenna with a short NETGEARantenna cable. The shortest FCC approved antenna cable is the NETGEAR 1.5 m (ACC-10314-01) cable.•Place the longer NETGEAR cable (up to 10 meters) between the ANT24BNA booster andthe access point. The overall performance will decrease if the length exceeds 10m.•If you use a ANT24BDC Power Injector to power the booster remotely, follow theseguidelines:–Use the longer NETGEAR antenna cable (up to 10 m) between the booster and thepower injector. 32Installation Guide, Warranty card and Support information cardPower Injector ANT24BDC
Two Antenna Ports,Two Boosters and Two AntennasOne Antenna Port, One Booster and One AntennaTwo Antenna Ports, One Booster and Two AntennasAntennae. g. NETGEARANT24O5Antennae. g. NETGEARANT24O5ETHERNETRESET5-12V DC Wireless unitSecondaryPrimaryNETGEAR Antenna cable(short, medium or long)ConnectAntenna cable500 mW Booster ANT24BNANETGEARAntenna cable (short)ConnectAntenna cableConnectDCcableConnectAntenna cableConnectAntenna cableDC BlockNETGEAR Antenna cable(short, medium or long)ConnectAntenna cable500 mW Booster ANT24BNANETGEARAntenna cable (short)ConnectAntenna cableConnectDCcableDC Block54Antennae. g. NETGEARANT24O5ETHERNETRESET5-12V DC Wireless unitNETGEAR Antenna cable(short, medium or long)ConnectAntenna cable500 mW Booster ANT24BNANETGEAR Antenna cable (short)ConnectAntenna cableConnectDC cableConnectAntenna cableDC BlockAntennae. g. NETGEARANT24O5ETHERNETRESET5-12V DC Wireless unitNETGEAR Antenna cable (short, medium or long)ConnectAntenna cable500 mW Booster ANT24BNANETGEAR Antenna cable (short)ConnectAntenna cableConnectDC cableConnectAntenna cableDC BlockSecondaryPrimaryCurrent antennaDo NOT remove
SpecificationsInstalling the Booster with the Optional Power InjectorNote: As noted in the illustration below, be sure to disconnect the DC power adapter from theANT24BNA Booster for 802.11b, and connect it to the NETGEAR ANT24BDC Power Injector.76Description26.5 dBm minimumFrequency RangeOperating Mode DC Surge ProtectionCurrent Drain (TDD Mode)Transmit Power+ 5 dBm minimumTransmit Input Power2400 to 2500 MHzTDD Burst Mode 600 Watts TVS @ 6VDC700 mA type. @ 6VDCNETGEAR 500mW Bi-directionalBooster for 802.11b, with TwoFemale Reverse SMA Connectors3 µs maximumTransmit Ramp Up Time10 dB typicalReceiver Gain±1 dB over operating rangeReceiver Frequency Response5 dB maximumReceiver Noise Figure3 µs maximumReceiver Ramp Down TimeABSMaterialWhiteColor130 x 75 x 37 mm (5.1 x 3.0 x 1.5 in)Device Size (l x w x h)5.0 g/1.1 lbs (including DC adapter)WeightSMA female reverse (2x), 1 for connection to antenna, 1 for connection to ME103 wireless access pointRF Connector Type50 ± 5 OhmsRF Connector Impedance750 VRMS maximumRF Connector DielectricWithstanding Voltage0.2 dBRF Connector Insertion LossETHERNETRESET5-12V DC Wireless unitNETGEAR Antenna cable (medium or long)NETGEARAntenna cable (short or medium)ConnectAntenna cable500 mW Booster ANT24BNANETGEARAntenna cable (short)Antennae. g. NETGEARANT24O5ConnectAntenna cableConnectAntenna cableDo NOT connectDC cableConnectAntenna cableSecondaryPrimaryCurrent antenna Do NOT removeDC Block NETGEARConnect DC cable Connect Antenna cable Injector NETGEARANT24BDC
Description30 A-Peak for 115 VAC50 A-Peak for 230 VACFull Load, 25°C, Cold StartAC Input VoltageAC Input FrequencyAC Input CurrentAC Inrush Current90 to 264 VAC50 to 60 Hz0.4 Arms for 115 VAC0.2 Arms for 230 VACNETGEAR PWR-10015-01 DCAdapter Specifications+6 VOutput Voltage±5%Total Regulation0 A / 2.5 AMin/Max Load Current60 mVPPRipple And Noise15 WTotal Output Power65% minimum @115 VAC, 60 Hz, Full LoadEfficiency100 ms maximumRise TimePVC + STEELMaterial0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)Operating Temperature-40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)Storage TemperatureUL, CSA, TUVDesigned To Meet Standards0.25 mA maximumLeakage CurrentShort Circuit ProtectionOver Current Protection10% to 90%HumidityDescriptionBrass per JIS H3250 C3604 BD, Gold Plated per MIL-G-45204RF Connector RecommendedCoupling Nut TorqueRF Connector Coupling NutRetention ForceRF Connector ContactCaptivation AxialRF Connector Body0.45 to 0.99 Nm (4.0 to 8.8 in.lb.)22.7 kg (50 lb) min.2.27 kg (5 lb) min.NETGEAR 500mW Bi-directionalBooster for 802.11b, with TwoFemale Reverse SMA ConnectorsBeryllium Copper per QQ-C-530, Gold Plated perMIL-G-45204RF Connector Contact0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)Operating Temperature-30 to 80°C (-22 to 176°F)Storage Temperature10% to 90%Humidity1 yearWarranty98
SpecificationsDescriptionPTC Fuse 2.5 A / 30 VFrequency RangePTC FuseInsertion LossShort Circuit Protection2400 to 2500 MHz2.5 A / 30 V1.5 dB maximum @ 2.4 to 2.5 GHzANT24BDC Power Injector for theANT24BNA Booster with TwoFemale Reverse SMA Connectors750 VRMS maximum0.2 dBRF Connector Insertion Loss.45 to .99 Nm (4.0 to 8.8 in.lb.)RF Connector Recommendedcoupling nut Torque22.68 kg (50 lbs.) minimumRF Connector Coupling nutretention force2.27 kg (5 lbs.) minimumRF Connector Contactcaptivation axialBrass per JIS H3250 C3604 BD, Gold Plated per MIL-G-45204RF Connector BodyBeryllium Copper per QQ-C-530, Gold Plated perMIL-G-45204RF Connector ContactDC Supply VoltageRF Connector TypeDC, 5 V to 12 VSMA female reverse (2x), 1 for connection to antenna, 1for connection to ME10350 ± 5 OhmsRF Connector ImpedanceRF Connector DielectricWithstanding VoltageAluminum AlloyMaterialWhiteColorDescription88.2 x 58.9 x 33.4 mm (3.48 x 2.32 x 1.32 in)Operation TemperatureStorage TemperatureHumidityDevice Size (l x w x h)0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)-10 to 80°C (14 to 176°F)10% to 90%ANT24BDC Power Injector for theANT24BNA Booster with TwoFemale Reverse SMA ConnectorsWeight 220 g (7.76 oz)1 yearWarranty1110
Statement of ConditionsIn the internal function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described inthis document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or applicationof the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice:Radio Frequency NoticeThis 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.2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant topart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed andused in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there isno guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: (1) Reorient or relocate thereceiving antenna, (2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, (3) Connect the equipment into anoutlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected, (4) Consult the dealer or an experiencedradio/TV technician for help.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure StatementTo ensure the compliance with the FCC RF exposure requirement for safety, make sure that the antenna is installedwith separation distance of at least 25 cm (10 in) from a person. The antenna shall not be colocated with othertransmitting devices.Note: To meet FCC regulations, the system must be installed as shown in the diagrams. Substitution of cables andaccess point provided and/or any modification to any of the components of this system will void the user's right tooperate it. Check http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antennas_fcc for a list of FCC approved devices.Use of this booster with any other devices is strictly prohibited by the FCC.12To ensure compliance with the FCC's RF Exposure requirements for safety, all omni- directional antennas must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm from a person. The panel antennas (Netgear part numbers ANT24D12 and ANT24D18) must be fixed mounted on a permananet structure to ensure a separation distance of at least 50cm from all persons. The panel antennas can only be used for point-to-point applications and may not be used for point-to-multipoint applications.The antennas shall not be co-located with other transmitting devices.Note: To meet FCC regulations, the system must be installed as shown in the diagrams. Substitution of cables and access point provided and/or any modification to any of the components of this system will void the user's right to operate it.Check http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antennas_fcc for a list of FCC approved-antennas.Use of this booster with any other devices is strictly prohibited by the FCC.
Technical SupportPLEASE REFER TO THE SUPPORT INFORMATION CARD THAT SHIPPED WITHYOUR PRODUCT. By registering your product at www.NETGEAR.com/register, we can provide you with fasterexpert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades.NETGEAR, INC.Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR (For US & Canada only) - 24x7 phone supportSee Support Information card for other countries.E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com (24x7 online support)www.NETGEAR.com©2003 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the Netgear logo, The Gear Guy, Auto Uplink andEverybody's Connecting are trademarks or registered trademarks of Netgear, Inc. in the UnitedStates and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of MicrosoftCorporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names aretrademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to changewithout notice. All rights reserved.August 2003*M-10082-04*M-10082-04

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