Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna This document describes the Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna (C-ANT9104) and provides electrical specifications and mounting instructions. The antenna is an eight-port polarization-diverse, ultralow sidelobe patch array that operates over the 2.4-GHz and supports dual 5-GHz Wi-Fi bands.
• If you are installing an antenna for the first time, for your safety and that of others, seek professional assistance. Your Cisco sales representative can explain which mounting method to use for the size and type of antenna you are about to install.
They would remove it safely. • If an accident occurs with the power lines, call for qualified emergency help immediately. For a listing of all the warning statements and their translations, see Translated Safety Warnings for Cisco Aironet Access Points at: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/access_point/warnings/reference/guide/ap_warn1.html...
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Contents of the Antenna and Bracket Kit • Install the antenna away from microwave ovens and 2-GHz cordless phones. These products can cause signal interference because they operate in the same frequency range as the device.
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Dimensions of the Antenna and Brackets Item # Part Quantity Tightening Values Set screws (mast/pole mount only) 3.0 to 3.5 Nm Dimensions of the Antenna and Brackets The dimensions noted in the following illustrations are all in millimeters, unless noted otherwise.
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VESA 75 mount pattern Grounding Point Tether anchor View the assembly of the Cisco C-ANT9104 antenna with the Cisco Catalyst 9130AX AP. Note Removing back plate will void product warranty. Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna...
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Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Dimensions of the Antenna and Brackets Figure 16: Assembly view of C-ANT9104 Antenna Cisco C-ANT9104 Antenna Back plate DART cable connecting the C9130AX Ethernet and Console jumper cables AP with the C-ANT9104 Antenna...
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Installing the Antenna Slotted holes for hose clamps Installing the Antenna You can install the antenna on a wall or ceiling (must be a flat surface) or on a pole with a minimum diameter of 2 inches (5.08 cm) and a maximum diameter of 5 inches (12.7 cm).
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Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Required Tools and Equipment Caution As with all the outdoor installations, you must install the antenna with cables exiting downward which helps prevent water from accumulating around the cable exit points.
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Mounting on a Wall or Ceiling Using Articulating Bracket • A slotted screwdriver or a wrench to tighten the screws on the hose clamps • A Hex key to tighten set screws...
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Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Mounting on a Wall or Ceiling Using Articulating Bracket Figure 19: Close-Up View of the Azimuth and Elevation-Adjustment Pivots Figure 20: Azimuth Adjustment Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna...
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Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Mounting on a Wall or Ceiling Using Articulating Bracket Figure 21: Elevation Adjustment Procedure Step 1 Determine the mounting location for the antenna. Step 2 Attach one of the mount flanges to the wall or ceiling using four M8 screws through the holes in the bracket.
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Mounting on a Pole or Mast Step 8 Connect the Ethernet cable to the antenna using the termination kit. Step 9 Connect the antenna to the building ground using the grounding kit.
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Grounding the Antenna Procedure Step 1 Determine the mounting location for the antenna on the pole or mast. Step 2 Position and mount the mounting flange bracket onto the pole or mast using the hose clamps provided in the kit.
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Connecting an Ethernet Cable to the Access Point Connecting an Ethernet Cable to the Access Point Installing a CAT 5e Ethernet Cable and Gland Assembly to the Access Point...
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Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Installing a CAT 6/6A Ethernet Cable and Gland Assembly to the Antenna If the cable gland and rubber gasket is not installed correctly, it causes the cable grip to leak.
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Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Installing a CAT 6/6A Ethernet Cable and Gland Assembly to the Antenna Danger This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Painting the Antenna Install the Seal nut on to the Clamp Ring and hand tighten enough to compress seal onto the cable jacket. Step 10 Use an adjustable wrench or a 28–mm wrench to tighten the body's threaded end into the enclosure.
Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Installing the Solar Shield Installing the Solar Shield Figure 25: Solar Shield Mounting arm M4 screws to install the solar shield on to the antenna. Solar Shield (C-ANT9104-CVR=) Grounding point when solar shield is used...
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Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Installing the Solar Shield Use the included Electrical Joint Compound on both ends of grounding standoff and tighten the standoff to 10.2 +/- 1.0 kgf-cm of torque. Step 2 Connect the antenna to building ground with the included ground screw and included Electrical Joint Compound.
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Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Installing the Solar Shield Apply the Electrical Joint Compound on the included ground screw and tighten to 10.2 +/- 1.0 kgf-cm of torque. Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna...
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Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna Installing the Solar Shield Introduction to Cisco Catalyst 9130 Access Point with 9104 Stadium Antenna...