The SkyAccess DualBand dramatically reduces the total cost of ownership of citywide Wi-Fi HotZones by offering service providers and carriers a low cost solution for the mesh edge. Tightly integrating high capacity wireless backhaul and Wi-Fi access into a single device, the SkyAccess DualBand quickly and cost effectively extends the Wi-Fi service area of the wireless mesh network, enhancing client reception and subscriber satisfaction. The highly versatile device is deployed with SkyExtender DualBand nodes to fill coverage holes and increase modulation rates where a full mesh node is unnecessary. Backhaul links seamlessly integrate with SkyPilot’s advanced 5 GHz SyncMesh backhaul while simultaneously supporting dedicated 2.4 GHz public Wi-Fi access. |
The SkyAccess DualBand is a dual-radio/dual-frequency device, with integrated directional antenna for 4.9-5.8 GHz backhaul and omnidirectional 2.4 GHz antenna to serve Wi-Fi clients. SkyPilot’s backhaul uses a high gain directional antenna and a high output radio for an effective power of 42 dBm EIRP to support high modulation at distances up to 7.5 miles. Wi-Fi access is likewise optimized using a high gain antenna and high output radio for an effective power of up to 33.4 dBm EIRP. As with SkyPilot’s mesh nodes, the SkyAccess DualBand automatically discovers the network and self-configures the backhaul link and modulation rate.
Local wired connectivity is also supported via the integrated Ethernet port providing a convenient interface for a IP device such as a video surveillance camera, AMR transceiver, or other Ethernet-enabled device.
SkyAccess DualBand is an essential component of today’s municipal Wi-Fi mesh networks where minimizing deployment cost and maximizing subscriber satisfaction are an essential component in driving business model success. SkyPilot offers a total network solution through the combination of SkyAccess DualBand, SkyGateway and SkyExtender series mesh nodes, SkyConnector CPE, and SkyControl EMS.
Specifications:
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Radios, Antennas, and Security |
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5 GHz wireless backhaul |
802.11b/g AP |
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Frequency band |
5.725-5.850 GHz |
2.400-2.483 GHz, Low Power |
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Antennas |
16.5 dBi panel
28° horizontal x 9° vertical |
7.4 dBi omnidirectional antenna
(N connector) |
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Radio (peak Tx) |
450 mW / 26.5 dBm |
Two power options available:
• 400 mW / 26 dBm (FCC)
• 18 mW / 12.6 dBm (ETSI) |
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EIRP |
42.5 dBm / 17 W peak EIRP |
Per associated power level:
• 2.2 W / 33.4 dBm EIRP (FCC)
• 100 mW / 20 dBm EIRP (ETSI) |
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Media access |
Time Division Duplex (TDD) |
IEEE 802.11b/g CSMA/CA |
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Wireless Connectivity |
Links to mesh backhaul; either SkyExtender or SkyGateway series |
IEEE 802.11b/g Wi-Fi clients |
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Modulation technique |
OFDM |
OFDM (802.11g), DSSS (802.11b) |
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Modulation rates |
6 to 54 Mbps |
802.11b: 1 to 11 Mbps, 802.11g: 6 to 54 Mbps |
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Throughput |
Up to 20 Mbps UDP / up to 12 Mbps TCP |
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Latency |
10-12 ms roundtrip per hop |
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Channel width |
20 MHz |
20 MHz |
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Channel resolution |
5 MHz frequency control |
5 MHz frequency control |
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Receiver sensitivity |
-90 dBm at 6 Mbps modulation |
-95 dBm at 1 Mbps modulation |
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Authentication |
RSA-based certificates |
RADIUS support for multiple servers, 802.1x |
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Encryption |
128-bit AES encryption on all wireless link |
WEP, Dynamic WEP, WPA & WPA2 (EAP-TTLS, EAP-PEAP/MSCHAPv2 with TKIP) |
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Physical and Environmental |
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Connectors |
RJ-45: power & Ethernet (Power over Ethernet) |
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Typical Mounting |
Street light, utility pole, lampposts |
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LEDs |
Power, Signal Strength, Wireless Link, Ethernet link |
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Dimensions |
12.6” (32 cm) H x 6.6” (16.8 cm) W x 4.2” (10.7 cm) |
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Weight |
4 pounds (1.8 kg) |
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Operating temperature |
-40° to 131° F (-40° to 55° C) |
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Wind loading |
Up to 150 mph (240 kph) |
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Enclosure |
NEMA-4X |
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Power |
110-230 VAC, 50-60 Hz input; 8 Watts |
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Certifications |
FCC Part 15, FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Class B USA; compliance with UL safety standards, CE, C-Tick, IC RSS210 Issue 5, RoHS |
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EMI and susceptibility |
FCC Part 15.107 and 15.109 | |