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Users Manual Revised
Installation Guide
500mW Bi-directional Booster
ANT24BNA
Power Injector
ANT24BDC
Introduction
This section introduces the NETGEAR ANT24BNA 500 mW Bi-directional Booster and the
NETGEAR ANT24BDC 6 VDC, 1.5A Power Injector and related components.
The 500-milliwatt bi-directional power booster for the NETGEAR ME103 802.11b ProSafe
Wireless Access Point increases the transmission signal from an average 50 mW to 500 mW
and amplifies the signal by 10 dB (10 times) in receive mode. Use this when you want to
maintain a single access point device to cover a larger area.
The ANT24BDC enables locating an antenna and a NETGEAR ANT24BNA booster more
than 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, cables
and antennas. According to FCC regulations, the booster can only be used with the wireless
access point that is provided with it. Check http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antennas_fcc for a
list of approved devices.
500 mW Booster Package Contents
The 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 card
Installation Guide,
Warranty card and
Support information card
500 mW Bi-directional booster
ANT24BNA
Wall and ceiling
mount bracket
and hardware
Power adapter
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–Use a NETGEAR antenna cable of no more than 3 m between the Power Injector and
the 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 performance
will decrease.
Antenna cables have intrinsic loss at 2.4 GHz which can decrease range performance. The
longer the cable, the higher its loss. To achieve optimal performance, use the shortest antenna
cable you can from the antenna to the ANT24BNA booster. Cable loss between the booster
ANT24BNA and antenna in the transmit and receive functions cannot be compensated.
However, the NETGEAR antenna cable between the ANT24BNA booster and the wireless
access point can be as long as 10 m without performance reduction. By the same token, a 3 m
NETGEAR antenna cable between the optional injector and wireless access point can be added
without performance reduction.
In receive mode, the booster amplifies the signal by 10 dB with a low noise amplifier. This
amplification can compensate for cable loss up to 10 dB (booster to wireless node only). In
transmit mode, the booster accepts the 802.11b input signal as low as 5 dBm and amplifies it to 27
dBm (variable power amplifier). The typical output power of an 802.11b wireless node is 15dBm
or more. So, there is a 10 dB margin to fully compensate for cable loss. The loss in the cable
between the booster and the wireless node only can be completely compensated in transmit and
receive mode up to 10 dB loss without any reduction of performance.
Installing the Booster
Turn off your ME103 Wireless Access Point and connect your wireless accessories according to
the illustration. After attaching your new antenna, reconnect your wireless device to the network
and turn it on.
Power Injector Package Contents
The package should contain
•NETGEAR 6 VDC 1.5A Power Injector ANT24BDC for bi-directional booster ANT24BNA
•Installation Guide
•Warranty card
•Support information card
If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the
carton, 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 is
recommended that a qualified professional installer service is consulted for site survey and
proper installation.
Placement and Other Important Considerations
Observe the following guidelines when configuring your Booster for 802.11b. In order to comply
with 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 NETGEAR
booster, power injector and antennas. Performance (range) can be drastically reduced if longer or
higher loss antenna cables are used.
•Place the ANT24BNA booster as close as possible to the antenna with a short NETGEAR
antenna 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 and
the 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 these
guidelines:
–Use the longer NETGEAR antenna cable (up to 10 m) between the booster and the
power injector.
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Installation Guide,
Warranty card and
Support information card
Power Injector ANT24BDC
Two Antenna Ports,Two Boosters and Two AntennasOne Antenna Port, One Booster and One Antenna
Two Antenna Ports, One Booster and Two Antennas
Antenna
e. g. NETGEAR
ANT24O5
Antenna
e. g. NETGEAR
ANT24O5
ETHERNET
RESET
5-12V DC
Wireless unit
SecondaryPrimary
NETGEAR Antenna cable
(short, medium or long)
Connect
Antenna
cable
500 mW Booster ANT24BNA
NETGEAR
Antenna
cable (short)
Connect
Antenna
cable
Connect
DC
cable
Connect
Antenna
cable
Connect
Antenna
cable
DC Block
NETGEAR Antenna cable
(short, medium or long)
Connect
Antenna
cable
500 mW Booster ANT24BNA
NETGEAR
Antenna
cable (short)
Connect
Antenna
cable
Connect
DC
cable
DC Block
5
4
Antenna
e. g. NETGEAR
ANT24O5
ETHERNET
RESET
5-12V DC
Wireless unit
NETGEAR Antenna cable
(short, medium or long)
Connect
Antenna
cable
500 mW Booster ANT24BNA
NETGEAR
Antenna
cable (short)
Connect
Antenna
cable
Connect
DC
cable
Connect
Antenna
cable
DC Block
Antenna
e. g. NETGEAR
ANT24O5
ETHERNET
RESET
5-12V DC
Wireless unit
NETGEAR Antenna cable
(short, medium or long)
Connect
Antenna
cable
500 mW Booster ANT24BNA
NETGEAR
Antenna
cable (short)
Connect
Antenna
cable
Connect
DC
cable
Connect
Antenna
cable
DC Block
SecondaryPrimary
Current antenna
Do NOT remove
SpecificationsInstalling the Booster with the
Optional Power Injector
Note: As noted in the illustration below, be sure to disconnect the DC power adapter from the
ANT24BNA Booster for 802.11b, and connect it to the NETGEAR ANT24BDC Power Injector.
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Description
26.5 dBm minimum
Frequency Range
Operating Mode
DC Surge Protection
Current Drain (TDD Mode)
Transmit Power
+ 5 dBm minimum
Transmit Input Power
2400 to 2500 MHz
TDD Burst Mode
600 Watts TVS @ 6VDC
700 mA type. @ 6VDC
NETGEAR 500mW Bi-directional
Booster for 802.11b, with Two
Female Reverse SMA Connectors
3 µs maximum
Transmit Ramp Up Time
10 dB typical
Receiver Gain
±1 dB over operating range
Receiver Frequency Response
5 dB maximum
Receiver Noise Figure
3 µs maximum
Receiver Ramp Down Time
ABS
Material
White
Color
130 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)
Weight
SMA female reverse (2x), 1 for connection to antenna,
1 for connection to ME103 wireless access point
RF Connector Type
50 ± 5 Ohms
RF Connector Impedance
750 VRMS maximum
RF Connector Dielectric
Withstanding Voltage
0.2 dB
RF Connector Insertion Loss
ETHERNET
RESET
5-12V DC
Wireless unit
NETGEAR Antenna
cable (medium or long)
NETGEAR
Antenna cable
(short or medium)
Connect
Antenna
cable
500 mW Booster ANT24BNA
NETGEAR
Antenna
cable (short)
Antenna
e. g. NETGEAR
ANT24O5
Connect
Antenna
cable
Connect
Antenna
cable
Do NOT connect
DC cable
Connect
Antenna
cable
SecondaryPrimary
Current antenna
Do NOT remove
DC Block NETGEAR
Connect
DC cable
Connect
Antenna
cable
Injector NETGEAR
ANT24BDC
Description
30 A-Peak for 115 VAC
50 A-Peak for 230 VAC
Full Load, 25°C, Cold Start
AC Input Voltage
AC Input Frequency
AC Input Current
AC Inrush Current
90 to 264 VAC
50 to 60 Hz
0.4 Arms for 115 VAC
0.2 Arms for 230 VAC
NETGEAR PWR-10015-01 DC
Adapter Specifications
+6 V
Output Voltage
±5%Total Regulation
0 A / 2.5 A
Min/Max Load Current
60 mVPPRipple And Noise
15 WTotal Output Power
65% minimum @115 VAC, 60 Hz, Full Load
Efficiency
100 ms maximumRise Time
PVC + STEELMaterial
0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Operating Temperature
-40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)Storage Temperature
UL, CSA, TUVDesigned To Meet Standards
0.25 mA maximumLeakage Current
Short Circuit ProtectionOver Current Protection
10% to 90%Humidity
Description
Brass per JIS H3250 C3604 BD, Gold Plated per
MIL-G-45204
RF Connector Recommended
Coupling Nut Torque
RF Connector Coupling Nut
Retention Force
RF Connector Contact
Captivation Axial
RF Connector Body
0.45 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-directional
Booster for 802.11b, with Two
Female Reverse SMA Connectors
Beryllium Copper per QQ-C-530, Gold Plated per
MIL-G-45204
RF Connector Contact
0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
Operating Temperature
-30 to 80°C (-22 to 176°F)
Storage Temperature
10% to 90%
Humidity
1 year
Warranty
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Specifications
Description
PTC Fuse 2.5 A / 30 V
Frequency Range
PTC Fuse
Insertion Loss
Short Circuit Protection
2400 to 2500 MHz
2.5 A / 30 V
1.5 dB maximum @ 2.4 to 2.5 GHz
ANT24BDC Power Injector for the
ANT24BNA Booster with Two
Female Reverse SMA Connectors
750 VRMS maximum
0.2 dBRF Connector Insertion Loss
.45 to .99 Nm (4.0 to 8.8 in.lb.)
RF Connector Recommended
coupling nut Torque
22.68 kg (50 lbs.) minimum
RF Connector Coupling nut
retention force
2.27 kg (5 lbs.) minimum
RF Connector Contact
captivation axial
Brass per JIS H3250 C3604 BD, Gold Plated
per MIL-G-45204
RF Connector Body
Beryllium Copper per QQ-C-530, Gold Plated per
MIL-G-45204
RF Connector Contact
DC Supply Voltage
RF Connector Type
DC, 5 V to 12 V
SMA female reverse (2x), 1 for connection to antenna, 1
for connection to ME103
50 ± 5 Ohms
RF Connector Impedance
RF Connector Dielectric
Withstanding Voltage
Aluminum AlloyMaterial
WhiteColor
Description
88.2 x 58.9 x 33.4 mm (3.48 x 2.32 x 1.32 in)
Operation Temperature
Storage Temperature
Humidity
Device 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 the
ANT24BNA Booster with Two
Female Reverse SMA Connectors
Weight 220 g (7.76 oz)
1 year
Warranty
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Statement of Conditions
In the internal function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in
this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application
of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice:
Radio Frequency Notice
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.
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 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 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: (1) Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna, (2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, (3) Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected, (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement
To ensure the compliance with the FCC RF exposure requirement for safety, make sure that the antenna is installed
with separation distance of at least 25 cm (10 in) from a person. The antenna shall not be colocated 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 devices.
Use of this booster with any other devices is strictly prohibited by the FCC.
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To 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 Support
PLEASE REFER TO THE SUPPORT INFORMATION CARD THAT SHIPPED WITH
YOUR PRODUCT.
By registering your product at www.NETGEAR.com/register, we can provide you with faster
expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades.
NETGEAR, INC.
Support Information
Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR (For US & Canada only) - 24x7 phone support
See Support Information card for other countries.
E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com (24x7 online support)
www.NETGEAR.com
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