Ubiquiti AirFiber 5XHD Access Point

Order the professional Ubiquiti AirFiber 5XHD radio bridge for your ground infrastructure!

Provide an ultra-high-speed communication channel for transmitting data from your unmanned systems. Ubiquiti AirFiber 5XHD is the first device released under the revolutionary LTU concept, which sets new performance standards in its class. Thanks to the ability to operate in the 5 GHz band with a channel width of up to 100 MHz, the radio bridge provides throughput of over 1.34 Gbit/s at distances of more than 100 km.

Innovative Hybrid TDD technology and GPS synchronization ensure a stable connection even when multiple devices are placed on the same tower. This is an ideal solution for creating backbone communication channels between ground-based drone control stations.

• Revolutionary LTU technology with 4096 QAM modulation for maximum spectral efficiency .

• Phenomenal communication range of up to 100 km with a throughput of more than 1 Gbit/s.

• Two Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE redundancy for reliability .

• GPS synchronization with an accuracy of ±0.2 ppm to combat interference during colocation equipment.

• Fully IP67 weatherproof for year-round use .

Working principle and advanced technology

Ubiquiti AirFiber 5XHD is a carrier-grade radio module for high-speed point-to-point connections. At the heart of the device is Ubiquiti's proprietary airFiber LTU IC, which overcomes the fundamental limitations of standard Wi-Fi chips . Patented Hybrid Diversity Duplexing (HDD) technology uses a ranking algorithm to calculate propagation delay and precisely determine when the transmitter and receiver turn on, virtually eliminating that delay .

The system supports adaptive modulation up to 4096 QAM and RX duty cycle adjustment with selectable ratios of 25%, 33%, 50%, 66.7% or 75%. GPS synchronization with ±0.2 ppm accuracy makes it easy to combine multiple devices on the same tower and reuse frequencies without mutual interference . The built-in dedicated receiver enables continuous spectrum analysis via the airView app without interrupting the main communication link .

Technical characteristics and equipment

The package includes a radio module, a 24V Gigabit PoE adapter with a power cable, an external GPS antenna on a magnetic base with a pole mount, a universal mount, an IP67 protection kit and a quick start guide.

Applications for FPV and Drones

Ubiquiti AirFiber 5XHD will be an ideal solution for creating a professional infrastructure for managing unmanned systems. You can establish an ultra-high-speed backbone between a remote ground station and a control center, transmitting high-resolution video streams and telemetry without delay. GPS synchronization technology and high spectral efficiency make it possible to place multiple devices in one location, creating multi-channel systems for simultaneous control of a group of drones.

The AlignLock antenna alignment protection system will warn you if the antenna direction is deviating due to external influences. Wireless configuration via Bluetooth and the UNMS mobile application allows you to quickly deploy a communication channel right in the field. The durable sealed housing guarantees stable operation at temperatures from -40 to +55°C, which makes the device ideal for year-round use in any climate zone.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 224 x 82 x 48 mm
• Weight: 350 g
• Antenna connector: 2x RP‑SMA, waterproof (CH0, CH1), 1x SMA, waterproof (GPS)
• GPS antenna: External, magnetic base
• Power supply: Gigabit PoE adapter 24 V, 1 A (included)
• Power method: Passive PoE (pins: 1, 2, 4, 5 (+); 7, 8, 3, 6 (-))
• Maximum power consumption: 6–12 W
• Supported voltage range: 18–52 VDC
• Mounting: airFiber X radio mount (compatible with Rocket mount), Mount
• on the mast for the GPS antenna (included)
• Operating ambient temperature: -40.. +55 °C
• Weatherproof: IP67
• Network interface: Data port 1x 10/100/1000 Mbit/s Ethernet, Management port 1x 10/100/1000 Mbit/s
• Ethernet
• Bluetooth: v4.0
• Processor: airFiber LTU IC
• Maximum throughput: 1.34 Gbps
• Maximum communication range: 100 km
• Batch Performance: Over 2 million packets per second
• Latency: 1.5–3.5 ms
• Encryption: AES-256
• Operating system: airFiber-airOS 8
• Wireless modes: Master / Slave.