UBIQUITI UAP-AC-LITE 802.11ac Dual Radio Access Point User Guide

UBIQUITI UAP-AC-LITE 802.11ac Dual Radio Access Point

Product Information

• Product Name: UAP-AC-LITE
• Model: 802.11ac Dual Radio Access Point

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi® AP. This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you through installation and includes warranty terms.

IMPORTANT: The UAP-AC-LITE requires the UniFi Controller v5.4 or newer, available at: downloads.ubnt.com/unifi

Package Contents

• UniFi AP AC Lite
• Mounting Bracket Ceiling Backing Plate
• Flat Head Screws (Qty. 4)
• Keps Nuts (Qty. 4)
• Screws (Qty. 4)
• Screw Anchors (Qty. 4)
• Gigabit PoE (24V, 0.5A) with Mounting Bracket
• Power Cord*
• Installation Requirements
• Quick Start Guide

Installation Requirements

• Phillips screwdriver
• Drill and drill bit (6 mm for wall-mounting or 3 mm for ceiling-mounting)
• Optional: Drywall or keyhole saw (to cut 18 mm hole for Ethernet cable feed)
• Cat5/6 UTP cable for indoor installations

TERMS OF USE: Ubiquiti radio devices must be professionally installed. Shielded Ethernet cable and earth grounding must be used as conditions of product warranty. TOUGHCable™ is designed for outdoor installations. It is the professional installer’s responsibility to follow local country regulations, including operation within legal frequency channels, output power, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements.

System Requirements:

• UniFi Controller v5.4 or newer (available at: downloads.ubnt.com/unifi)
• Shielded Ethernet cable and earth grounding for product warranty
• Compliance with local country regulations for frequency channels, output power, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements
• Linux, Mac OS X, or Microsoft Windows 7/8/10
• Java Runtime Environment 1.8 (or above)
• Web Browser: Google Chrome (Other browsers may have limited functionality).
• UniFi Controller software v5.4 or newer (available at: www.ubnt.com/download/unifi)

Network Topology Requirements:

• UniFi Cloud Key (UniFi Controller)
• UAP-AC-Lite
• UAP-AC-HD
• US-16-150W
• USG-PRO-4 (DHCP Server)
• LAN
• WAN
• Internet
• UAP-AC-M-PRO
• Remote Access to UniFi Controller
• A DHCP-enabled network (for the AP to obtain an IP address as well as for the wireless clients after deployment)
• A UniFi Cloud Key or management station running the UniFi Controller software, located either on-site and connected to the same Layer-2 network, or off-site in the cloud or a NOC

All UniFi devices support off-site management controllers. For setup details, see the User Guide on the website: www.ubnt.com/download/unifi

Hardware Overview

LED

• LED Color: White
• Status: Factory default, waiting to be integrated.
• Flashing White: Initializing.
• Alternating White/Blue: Device is busy; do not touch or unplug it. This usually indicates that a process such as a firmware upgrade is taking place.
• Blue: Indicates the device has been successfully integrated into a network and is working properly.
• Quickly Flashing Blue: When you click Locate in the UniFi Controller software, the LED on the AP will flash. It will also display the location of the AP on the map.
• Steady Blue with occasional flashing: Indicates the device is in an isolated state with all WLANs brought down until an uplink is found.

LED Color                                        Status

White| Factory default, waiting to be integrated.
Flashing White| Initializing.
Alternating White/Blue| Device is busy; do not touch or unplug it. This usually indicates that a process such as a firmware upgrade is taking place.

Blue

| Indicates the device has been successfully integrated into a network and is working properly.

Quickly Flashing Blue

| This is used to locate an AP.

When you click Locate in the UniFi Controller software, the LED on the AP will flash. It will also display the location of the AP on the map.

Steady Blue with occasional flashing| Indicates the device is in an isolated state (all WLANs are brought down until an uplink is found).

Ports:

• Locking Notch : Used with the Mounting Bracket to help secure the UniFi AP. (This is described further in the Mounting Bracket section.)
• Reset Button: Serves two functions for the UniFi AP.
• Ethernet Cable Port: Used to connect power and should be connected to the LAN and DHCP server.
• Feed Plug: If your Ethernet cable feeds along the mounting surface, remove the Cable Feed Plug.
• Ethernet This Gigabit Ethernet port is used to connect the power and should be connected to the LAN and DHCP server. Power can be provided by a Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Switch with PoE or Gigabit PoE adapter (included with single-pack only).
• Reset The Reset button serves two functions for the UniFi AP:
  • Restart Press and release the Reset button quickly.
  • Restore to Factory Default Settings Press and hold the Reset button for more than five seconds.
• Alternatively, the UniFi AP may be reset remotely via a Reset button located on the bottom of the Gigabit PoE adapter.
• Cable Feed Plug If your Ethernet cable feeds along the mounting surface, remove the Cable Feed Plug.

Mounting Bracket:

• Locking Tab: Moves from the Initial Position to the Final Position during installation to securely fit into the Locking Notch on the UniFi AP and prevent theft.

Note: If you need to remove the UniFi AP from the Mounting Bracket, insert a paper clip in the Slot to release the Locking Tab and turn the UniFi AP counterclockwise.

• Initial Position
• Final Position Slot

Note: To remove the UniFi AP from the Mounting Bracket, insert a paper clip in the Slot to release the Locking Tab and turn the UniFi AP counterclockwise.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Make sure you have the following items from the package contents: UniFi AP AC Lite, Mounting Bracket Ceiling Backing Plate, Flat Head Screws (Qty. 4), Keps Nuts (Qty. 4), Screws (Qty. 4), Screw Anchors (Qty. 4), Gigabit PoE (24V, 0.5A) with MountingBracket, Power Cord*, Installation Requirements, and Quick Start Guide.
2. Ensure you have the UniFi Controller v5.4 or newer installed on your device. If not, download it from downloads.ubnt.com/unifi.
3. Before installation, follow local country regulations for compliance with frequency channels, output power, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements.
4. Refer to the provided network topology requirements and set up the UniFi Cloud Key, UAP-AC-Lite, UAP-AC-HD, US-16-150W, USG-PRO-4 (DHCP Server), LAN, WAN, Internet, UAP-AC-M-PRO, and Remote Access to UniFi Controller accordingly.
5. Check the LED status of the UniFi AP to determine its operational state.
6. Connect the Ethernet Cable Port to the LAN and DHCP server using a shielded Ethernet cable for product warranty.
7. If your Ethernet cable feeds along the mounting surface, remove the Cable Feed Plug.
8. Securely attach the UniFi AP to the Mounting Bracket using the Locking Notch and Locking Tab.
9. If you need to remove the UniFi AP from the Mounting Bracket, insert a paper clip in the Slot to release the Locking Tab and turn the UniFi AP counterclockwise.

Hardware Installation

The UniFi AP can be mounted on the wall or ceiling. Perform the steps for the appropriate installation:

Wall Mount

1. Position the Mounting Bracket at the desired location on the wall with the arrow pointing up.

2. Use a pencil to mark the four mounting holes. Use a 6 mm drill bit to drill the mounting holes.

3. If your Ethernet cable feeds through the wall, then cut or drill a circle approximately 18 mm in diameter. Then feed the CAT5/6 cable through the hole.
   Note: 25 mm is the distance from the center of the bottom mounting hole to the center of the cable hole.

4. Insert the Screw Anchors into the 6 mm holes. Secure the Mounting Bracket to the wall by inserting the Screws into the anchors.

5. If the Ethernet cable runs along the mounting surface, remove the Cable Feed Plug.

6. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port.

7. Align the arrow on the UniFi AP with the arrow on the Locking Tab of the Mounting Bracket.

8. Ensure that the UniFi AP is firmly seated on the Mounting Bracket. Turn the UniFi AP clockwise until it locks into place and the Locking Tab fits securely into the Locking Notch.

Ceiling Mount

1. Remove the ceiling tile.

2. Place the Ceiling Backing Plate in the center of the ceiling tile. Mark the four mounting screw holes.

3. Mark a hole approximately 18 mm in diameter for the Ethernet cable feed.
   Note: 25 mm is the distance from the center of the bottom mounting hole to the center of the cable hole.

4. Use a 3 mm drill bit to drill the screw holes, and cut or drill the hole for the Ethernet cable feed.

5. Insert the Flat Head Screws through the Mounting Bracket, ceiling tile, and Ceiling Backing Plate. Fasten the screws using the Keps Nuts. Then feed the Ethernet cable through the 18 mm hole.

6. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port.

7. Align the arrow on the UniFi AP with the arrow on the Locking Tab of the Mounting Bracket.

8. Ensure that the UniFi AP is firmly seated on the Mounting Bracket. Turn the UniFi AP clockwise until it locks into place and the Locking Tab fits securely into the Locking Notch.

9. Set the ceiling tile back into place.

Powering the UniFi AP

Use a UniFi Switch with PoE or a Gigabit PoE adapter for power.

Connecting to a UniFi Switch with PoE
Connect the Ethernet cable from the UniFi AP directly to a PoE port on the UniFi Switch with PoE.

Connecting Power over Ethernet
The single-pack of the UAP-AC-LITE includes one Gigabit PoE adapter. For multi-pack units, we recommend using a UniFi Switch with PoE.

1. Connect the Ethernet cable from the device to the adapter’s POE port.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your LAN to the adapter’s LAN port.
3. Connect the Power Cord to the adapter’s power port. Connect the other end of the Power Cord to a power outlet.

Mounting the PoE Adapter (Optional)

1. Remove the PoE Mounting Bracket from the adapter, place the bracket at the desired location, and mark the two holes.
2. Pre-drill the holes if necessary, and secure the bracket using two fasteners (not included).
3. Align the adapter’s slots with the tabs of the PoE Mounting Bracket, and then slide the adapter down.

Software Installation

Download and install the latest version of the UniFi Controller software. Launch it and follow the on-screen instructions. The software and step-by-step instructions in the User Guide are available at: www.ubnt.com/download/unifi
After you have installed the software and run the UniFi Installation Wizard, a login screen will appear for the UniFi Controller management interface. Enter the Admin Name and Password that you created and click Log In..

You can manage your wireless network and view network statistics using the UniFi Controller management interface. For information on configuring and using the UniFi Controller software, refer to the User Guide.

Mobile App Installation
Ubiquiti Networks also offers the UniFi mobile app, which is available from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play™ Store (Android). You can use it to provision a UniFi AP for basic functionality without configuring a UniFi Controller. It also allows seamless provisioning of APs for remote controllers (controllers not on the same Layer 2 network) and easy access to local controllers and those monitored on unifi.ubnt.com

Specifications

UniFi AP AC Lite

Dimensions| 160 x 160 x 31.45 mm

(6.3 x 6.3 x 1.24″)

Weight

With Mounting Kits

| 170 g (6.0 oz)

185 g (6.5 oz)

Networking Interface| (1) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port
Buttons| (1) Reset to Defaults
Power Method| Passive PoE (Pairs 4, 5+; 7, 8 Return)
Power Supply| 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE Adapter*
Max. Power Consumption| 6.5W
Max. TX Power

2.4 GHz

5 GHz

|

20 dBm

20 dBm

Antennas| (2) Dual-Band Antennas, 3 dBi Each
Wi-Fi Standards| 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Security| WEP, WPA-PSK,

WPA-Enterprise (WPA/WPA2, TKIP/AES)

BSSID| Up to Four per Radio
Mounting| Wall/Ceiling (Kits Included)
Operating Temperature| -10 to 70° C (14 to 158° F)
Operating Humidity| 5 to 95% Noncondensing
Certifications| CE, FCC, IC

• Only the single-pack of the UAP-AC-LITE includes a PoE adapter.

Safety Notices

1. Read, follow, and keep these instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

WARNING: Do not use this product in location that can be submerged by water.
WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

Electrical Safety Information

1. Compliance is required with respect to voltage, frequency, and current requirements indicated on the manufacturer’s label. Connection to a different power source than those specified may result in improper operation, damage to the equipment or pose a fire hazard if the limitations are not followed.
2. There are no operator serviceable parts inside this equipment. Service should be provided only by a qualified service technician.
3. This equipment is provided with a detachable power cord which has an integral safety ground wire intended for connection to a grounded safety outlet.
   • a. Do not substitute the power cord with one that is not the provided approved type. Never use an adapter plug to connect to a 2-wire outlet as this will defeat the continuity of the grounding wire.
   • b. The equipment requires the use of the ground wire as a part of the safety certification, modification or misuse can provide a shock hazard that can result in serious injury or death.
   • c. Contact a qualified electrician or the manufacturer if there are questions about the installation prior to connecting the equipment.
   • d. Protective earthing is provided by Listed AC adapter. Building installation shall provide appropriate short-circuit backup protection.
   • e. Protective bonding must be installed in accordance with local national wiring rules and regulations.

Limited Warranty

UBIQUITI NETWORKS, Inc (“UBIQUITI NETWORKS”) warrants that the product(s) furnished hereunder (the “Product(s)”) shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date
of shipment by UBIQUITI NETWORKS under normal use and operation. UBIQUITI NETWORKS’ sole and exclusive obligation and liability under the foregoing warranty shall be for UBIQUITI NETWORKS, at its discretion, to repair or replace any Product that fails to conform to the above warranty during the above warranty period. The expense of removal and reinstallation of any Product is not included in this warranty. The warranty period of any repaired or replaced Product shall not extend beyond its original term.

Warranty Conditions
The above warranty does not apply if the Product:

• (I) has been modified and/or altered, or an addition made thereto, except by Ubiquiti Networks, or Ubiquiti Networks’ authorized representatives, or as approved by Ubiquiti Networks in writing;
• (II) has been painted, rebranded or physically modified in any way;
• (III) has been damaged due to errors or defects in cabling;
• (IV) has been subjected to misuse, abuse, negligence, abnormal physical, electromagnetic or electrical stress, including lightning strikes, or accident;
• (V) has been damaged or impaired as a result of using third party firmware;
• (VI) has no original Ubiquiti MAC label, or is missing any other original Ubiquiti label(s); or
• (VII) has not been received by Ubiquiti within 30 days of issuance of the RMA.

In addition, the above warranty shall apply only if: the product has been properly installed and used at all times in accordance, and in all material respects, with the applicable Product documentation; all Ethernet cabling runs use CAT5 (or above), and for outdoor installations, shielded Ethernet cabling is used, and for indoor installations, indoor cabling requirements are followed.

Returns
No Products will be accepted for replacement or repair without obtaining a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number from UBIQUITI NETWORKS during the warranty period, and the Products being received at UBIQUITI NETWORKS’ facility freight prepaid in accordance with the RMA process of UBIQUITI NETWORKS. Products returned without an RMA number will not be processed and will be returned freight collect or subject to disposal. Information on the RMA process and obtaining an RMA number can be found at: www.ubnt.com/support/warranty

Disclaimer
EXCEPT FOR ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED HEREIN, UBIQUITI NETWORKS, ITS AFFILIATES, AND ITS AND THEIR THIRD PARTY DATA, SERVICE, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE PROVIDERS HEREBY DISCLAIM AND MAKE NO OTHER REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, REPRESENTATIONS, GUARANTEES, OR WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, ACCURACY, QUALITY OF SERVICE OR RESULTS, AVAILABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, LACK OF VIRUSES, QUIET ENJOYMENT, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON- INFRINGEMENT AND ANY WARRANTIES ARISING FROM ANY COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE OR TRADE PRACTICE IN CONNECTION WITH SUCH PRODUCTS AND SERVICES. BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT NEITHER UBIQUITI NETWORKS NOR
ITS THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS CONTROL BUYER’S EQUIPMENT OR THE TRANSFER OF DATA OVER COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES, INCLUDING THE INTERNET, AND THAT THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES MAY BE SUBJECT TO LIMITATIONS, INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS AND OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN THE USE OF COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES. UBIQUITI NETWORKS, ITS AFFILIATES AND ITS AND THEIR THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS, DELIVERY FAILURES, DATA LOSS, CONTENT CORRUPTION, PACKET LOSS, OR OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ANY OF THE FOREGOING. In addition, UBIQUITI NETWORKS does not warrant that the operation of the Products will be error-free or that operation will be uninterrupted. In no event shall UBIQUITI NETWORKS be responsible for damages or claims of any nature or description relating to system performance, including coverage, buyer’s selection of products (including the Products) for buyer’s application and/or failure of products (including the Products) to meet government or regulatory requirements.

Limitation of Liability
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LOCAL LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL UBIQUITI OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES
(INCLUDING LOST PROFIT, LOST DATA, OR DOWNTIME COSTS), ARISING OUT OF THE USE, INABILITY TO USE, OR THE RESULTS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED IN WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHER LEGAL THEORY, AND WHETHER OR NOT ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Note

Some countries, states and provinces do not allow exclusions of implied warranties or conditions, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. You may have other rights that vary from country to country, state to state, or province to province. Some countries, states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. EXCEPT TO
THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THESE WARRANTY TERMS DO NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT OR MODIFY, AND ARE IN ADDITION TO, THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE LICENSE OF ANY SOFTWARE (EMBEDDED IN THE PRODUCT) TO YOU. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply to any transactions regarding the sale of the Products.

Compliance

FCC
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions.

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operations of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This radio transmitter (FCC: SWX-UAPACL) has been approved by FCC.

ISED Canada

CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)
This device complies with ISED Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This radio transmitter (IC: 6545A-UAPACL) has been approved by ISED Canada.

RF Exposure Warning
The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Australia and New Zealand

Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

CE Marking
CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with all directives that are applicable to it.

Country List

BFWA (Broadband Fixed Wireless Access) members noted in blue

Note: This device meets Max. TX power limit per ETSI regulations.
The following apply to products that operate in the 5 GHz frequency range:

• Note: This device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5150 – 5350 MHz frequency range within all member states.
• Note: All countries listed may operate at 30 dBm. BFWA member states may operate at 36 dBm.
• Note: Operation in the 5.8 GHz frequency band is prohibited in BFWA member states. Other countries listed may use the 5.8 GHz frequency band.

RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement

European Directive 2012/19/EU requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the product and/or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular household waste streams. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and electronic equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health. For more detailed information about the disposal of your old equipment, please contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.

Declaration of Conformity

Hereby, UBIQUITI NETWORKS declares that the radio equipment type UAP-AC-LITE is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.ubnt.com/compliance

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References

• community.ubnt.com
• UniFi - Rethinking IT - Ubiquiti
• Ubiquiti - Rethinking IT
• Ubiquiti Account
• UniFi - Introduction - Ubiquiti
• Ubiquiti - Compliance
• Ubiquiti - Rethinking IT
• Ubiquiti - Warranty

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