Operator's manual for the AFAR AR24027 wireless Ethernet bridge covering description, installation, commands and network management.
The AFAR AR24027 Wireless Ethernet Bridge is a license‑free spread‑spectrum radio designed for point‑to‑point and point‑to‑multipoint Ethernet links up to 50 miles. It operates in the 2.4 GHz ISM band, offers independent transmit/receive frequencies, and includes built‑in spectrum analysis and antenna‑alignment aids.
This manual provides product description, theory of operation, detailed installation steps, command reference, network‑management guidance, antenna and site‑selection advice, as well as specifications and wiring diagrams for field technicians and end users.
| RF Frequency Band | 2.406 GHz to 2.474 GHz (center frequencies) |
|---|---|
| RF Signal Bandwidth | 4.6 MHz (-20 dBc) |
| RF Channels | 35 (12 non‑overlapping) |
| Transmitter Output Power | 0 to 23 dBm (programmable) |
| Modulation Type | Direct sequence spread spectrum |
| RF Data Rates (one way) | 0.25, 0.50, 1.375, 2.75 Mbps |
| Receiver Sensitivity (10⁻⁶ BER) | -97 dBm @0.250 Mbps, -94 dBm @0.500 Mbps, -93 dBm @1.375 Mbps, -90 dBm @2.750 Mbps |
| Input Voltage (Outdoor Unit) | +8 to +28 V DC (high‑voltage model) or +12 to +32 V DC |
| Power Consumption | Less than 5 W |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +70 °C |
| Dimensions | 4.72" W × 8.66" H × 2.20" D (120 mm × 220 mm × 56 mm) |
| Weight | 2.4 lb (1.1 kg) |
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, increase separation between the equipment and receiver, use a different circuit outlet, or consult a radio/TV technician.
The bridge supports 35 RF channels, of which 12 are non‑overlapping.