airPoint (ISM Band AP and CPE)
Product Overview
The airPoint™ is a Service Provider’s edge solution, designed specifically to provide high throughput Point to Multi-point coverage in large areas to establish large, scalable and cost effective Radio Access Networks capable of delivering IP based data, voice and video services. The airPoint™ creates a new benchmark for wireless equipment by leveraging smartBridges’ 3rd generation Wireless Nexus platform based on state-of-the-art Near Line of Sight (NrLOS) COFDM wireless technology and advanced networking layer 2/3 capabilities. The airPoint™ can function as an Access Point, Point-to-Point Backhaul or a CPE to support both Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) and Point-to-Point (PtP) wireless broadband applications. The airPoint can operate in the 2.4 GHz and 5.2 to 5.8 GHz ISM bands. The airPoint is fully interoperable with all 802.11a/b/g clients and notebook computers. Advanced RF interference mitigation, resistance to multi-path delays, advanced networking and management features of airPoint help realize affordable and reliable wireless broadband communication.
In Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) mode airPoint can provide as much as 20 Mbps of TCP/IP data throughput, range of up to 12 km and support of up to 128 client devices. The Bandwidth Management, Voice, Data traffic prioritization, QoS, Video Multicast, User VLAN capability ensures reliable delivery of Voice over IP (VoIP), high definition video and prioritized data traffic, all “converged” over the radio access network. In Point-to-Point (PtP) mode airPoint can provide as much as 25 Mbps of TCP/IP data throughput and range of up to 40 km.
| Features | Benefits |
| COFDM Radio | Best-in-class radio performance with COFDM technology ensure high throughput, spectral efficiency, advanced RF interference mitigation and resistance to multi-path delays for Near Line of Sight performance |
| Advanced Radio Performance | High transmit radio power and ultra high receive sensitivity for LongRange™ coverage |
| Frequency Bands | ISM band operation in the 2.4 GHz and 5.2 to 5.8 GHz bands. Fully interoprable with all 802.11 a/b/g devices (a.k.a. Wi-Fi®). |
| Operating modes | A Service Provider’s edge device with Access Point (PtmP), Wireless Backhaul (PtP) and CPE functions |
| High data throughput | Up to 25 Mbps of TCP/IP throughput in PtP and 20 Mbps in PtmP operating modes |
| QoS Function | Traffic prioritization queues for data, voice and video applications |
| Bandwidth Control | Controls upstream/downstream bandwidth according to the Service Level Agreement (SLA) |
| Comprehensive Network Features | Transparent Bridge and Routing functions for flexible network architectures |
| Wireless Data Security | 128 bit Advanced Encryption System (AES) keeps over the air data secure |
| External Antenna Support | Connector allows use of higher gain external antenna for longer range |
| Unified Web and SNMP Compliant Remote Management Interface | Permits remote control, configuration, maintenance and firmware upgrade of the device |
Feature Highlights
Intelligent Networking Capabilities
Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization, User and Management VLAN capability and bandwidth management allows for increased Return on Investment with personalized Service Level Agreements (SLAs) offerings. QoS capabilities of the airPoint enable operators to optimize the performance and usage of the wireless network. The bandwidth management capability coupled with multiple service profiles allows individual time-of-day based upstream/downstream bandwidth allocation for each client.
Carrier Class Attributes
The purpose built airPoint incorporates electrical overstress protection to withstand harsh outdoor operating environments ranging from -40ºF to 140ºF (-40ºC to +60ºC) and very humid or very dry conditions. The IP65 outdoor rated UV stabilized plastic enclosure give added protection from environmental conditions.
The in-built Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) allows installation of redundancy in the network. The WatchGuard feature of the radio continuously monitors the device and perform an automatic recovery for realizing high system availability. The airPoint provides a unified Web and SNMP based remote device management interface. This allows for quick integration of the airPoint with the industry leading NMS solutions.
LongRange™ Performance that goes the Distance
airPoint features LongRange™ wireless design to deliver high data throughput and long operating range. smartBridges' superior design of the radio receiver enhances the sensitivity. The superior receiver and transmitter characteristics and parameter optimization for long range translates directly into lower wireless infrastructure cost when covering large area.
Antenna Options
The airPoint comes standard with an integrated high performance antenna, suitable for most installations. For longer distances, an optional higher gain antenna can be attached to the external antenna N-connector. This flexibility allows the radio to meet a variety of installation requirements.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support
The airPoint can be powered directly by 48V power supply available at the cellular base stations or with mains power through the Ethernet cable by using the PoE injector that is supplied as a standard accessory.
airPoint Technical Specifications
| Model No | sB3215-xx-xx |
| ISM Band Operation |
Operation in the Unlicensed/ISM 2.4 GHz band
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| Recommended Link Distance |
For Point to Multi-Point Links [FCC 2.4 GHz EIRP limit 36dBm]:
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| Data Rates |
54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6, 11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbps (With Auto-Fall back)
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| Advanced Interference and Noise Immunity |
Provides additional noise immunity in the high interference environments
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| Integrated Antenna |
15 dBi Gain with Narrow Beam width 27º/30º (V/H).
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| Typical Receive Sensitivity at Integrated Antenna (dBm) |
-111 @ 1 Mbps, -86 @ 54 Mbps (10% PER)
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| Typical Receive Sensitivity at External Connector (dBm) |
-97 @ 1 Mbps, -74 @ 54 Mbps (10% PER)
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| Transmit Output Power at antenna connector (dBm) (Adjustable) |
+23 dBm (200mW) to 0 dBm (1mW) @ 6 Mbps OFDM
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| Transmit Power EIRP with Integrated Antenna (Adjustable) |
+38 dBm (6300mW) to +15 dBm (32mW) @ 6 Mbps OFDM
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| Standard Compliance |
IEEE 802.11b, g
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| Wireless Modulation |
Coded Orthogonal Frequency Divisional Multiplexing (COFDM) - BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) - DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK Self-adapting modulation to maintain optimal link performance under different environmental conditions |
| Media Access Control Method |
HCF (Hybrid Controlled Channel Access, Enhanced Distributed Channel Access), DCF (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance, RTS/CTS)
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| Wireless Error Correction |
FEC, ARQ
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| Model No |
sB3216-xx-xx |
| UNI Band Operation |
Operation in the Unlicensed UNII bands (5.2 - 5.8 GHz)
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| Recommended Link Distance |
For Point to Point Backhaul links [FCC 5.8 GHz EIRP limit 48dBm]:
For Point to Multi-Point Links [FCC 5.8 GHz EIRP limit 36dBm]:
For Point to Multi-Point and Point-to-Point Links [ETSI 5.8 GHz EIRP limit 23 dBm]:
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| Data Rates |
54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, and 6 Mbps (With Auto-Fall back)
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| Radar Interference Mitigation |
DFS (IEEE 802.11h)
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| Advanced Interference and Noise Immunity |
Provides additional noise immunity in the high interference environments
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| Integrated Antenna |
20 dBi Gain with Narrow Beam width 15º/15º (V/H)
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| Typical Receive Sensitivity at integrated antenna (dBm) |
-110 @ 6 Mbps, -89 @ 54 Mbps (10% PER)
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| Typical Receive Sensitivity at external N-connector (dBm) |
-91 @ 6 Mbps, -82 @ 36 Mbps, -69 @ 54 Mbps
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| Transmit Output Power at antenna N-connector (dBm) (Adjustable) |
+23 dBm (200mW) to 0 dBm (1mW) @ 6 Mbps OFDM
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| Transmit Power EIRP with integrated antenna (Adjustable) |
+42 dBm (13W) to +19 dBm (50 mW) @ 6 Mbps OFDM
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| Standard Compliance |
IEEE 802.11a
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| Wireless Modulation |
Coded Orthogonal Frequency Divisional Multiplexing (COFDM) - BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) - DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK Self-adapting modulation to maintain optimal link performance under different environmental conditions |
| Media Access Control (MAC) Method |
HCF (Hybrid Controlled Channel Access, Enhanced Distributed Channel Access), DCF (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance, RTS/CTS)
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| Wireless Error Correction |
FEC, ARQ
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| NETWORKING FEATURES | |
| Operating Modes |
Point-to-Point (PtP) mode and Point-to-Multi-Point (PtmP) mode
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| Maximum Packet Size |
1532 bytes for MPLS pass-through
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| Client Supported |
Up to 128 clients per radio in PtmP mode
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| Network Redundancy |
Spanning Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1d)
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| External RADIUS Support |
Authentication and Bandwidth Control
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| Layer 3 Routing |
RIPv2 Router
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| Network Support |
DHCP Server, Relay and Client, NTP Client, PPPoE Relay Agent, VLAN and MPLS pass through
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| Bandwidth Management ( SLA) |
MAC or IP based bandwidth management for upstream and downstream rates on wireless interface
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| Traffic Prioritization (QoS) |
IEEE 802.11e for voice, video and data traffic gives multimedia traffic capability, Advanced Layer 3 QoS priority queues
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| SECURITY FEATURES | |
| Data Security |
128 bit AES
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| Client Privacy |
Block client to client communication in PtmP mode for ensuring privacy
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| Wireless Network Access Control |
MAC Authentication - internal ACL and RADIUS, PPPoE Relay Agent
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| VLAN Support |
IEEE802.1Q, Management VLAN and VLAN Pass through, 2 IPs for VLAN communication, User VLAN and VLAN split
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| MANAGEMENT FEATURES | |
| Device Management Interface |
Web and SNMP based remote management
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| Remote Network Management |
SNMP v2 support, 3rd party Element Management System
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| Device Management Utilities |
Ping and Throughput test, Remote wireless firmware upgrade, Radio and Ethernet Traffic Statistics, NTP client, Configurable Syslog reports and SNMP traps
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| High Availability System |
Self-monitoring and auto-recovery. WatchGuard with Hardened Linux OS
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| PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND COMPLIANCE PARAMETERS | |
| Network Connection |
Dual IEEE 802.3 compliant 10/100 BaseT (RJ45) with Auto MDI/MDX, electrical surge protected. (Single RJ45 port for -C models)
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| External Antenna Connection |
One N (Female) Bulkhead Connector (50 Ohm)
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| PoEI Adaptor (Included) |
Input: 100V to 240V AC, 47-63 Hz; Output: 48V DC, 32W. Built-in lightning surge protection. Remote radio hardware reset capability. (18W adaptor with -C models)
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| Power |
±48V, 200mA (9.6W), with Power over Ethernet (PoE) Injector.
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| LED Indicators |
Ultra bright LEDs for outdoor viewing of RF and Ethernet activity
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| Device and Electronic Components |
Military grade construction. Purpose built for harsh environments; extended temperature range electronics, ESD and electrical overstress protection circuits in the ODU and PoEI adaptor.
Commercial grade construction for -C models, without the electrical overstress protection cicrcuits. |
| Radio Operating Environment |
-40ºF to +140ºF (-40ºC to +60ºC), 5% to 95% non-condensing humidity; outdoor rated
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| Enclosure |
Outdoor rated UV stabilized plastic (IP65)
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| Mounting Accessory (Included) |
Complete swivel mounting kit for installation on wall or pole.
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| Dimensions and Weight |
Shipping: 12" x 12" x 6" (305 x 305 x 152 mm), approx. 7.28 lb (3.3 kg);
Unit (without mounting accessory): 11.1" x 11.2" x 2.4" (280 x 285 x 60 mm), approx. 4.45 lb (2.1 kg) |
| Environmental and Waste Management |
RoHS, WEEE, 100% Recyclable Biodegradable packaging
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| Certifications |
USA: FCC 47 CFR Part 15C, Section 15.247, 15.407, Europe: ETSI 301 893, CE! Marked, WEEE compliant Canada: RSS 139
Customers are responsible for verifying approval for use in their country. |
# Expected performance, subject to RSSI and link conditions
Product Models sB3215-02-xx and sB3216-02-xx are recommended for the demanding AP and Backhaul applications. These models are built with military grade, high reliability components. Lower cost models sB3215-C-xx and sB3216-C-xx are suitable for less demanding CPE applications. Please consult with the sales agents for full explanation of the product ordering code.
