Ubiquiti NanoStation Loco M Series
Compact, Indoor/Outdoor 2x2 MIMO airMax TDMA Station

Overview:

The original NanoStation set the bar for the world's first low-cost and efficiently designed outdoor broadband CPE. The new NanoStation M and NanoStation Loco M take the same concept to the future with new redesigned sleek and elegant form-factors along with integrated AirMax (MIMO TDMA Protocol) Technology.

The low cost, hi-performance, and small form factor of NanoStation M and NanoStation Loco M make them extremely versatile and ideal in several different applications (see diagrams on right for some usage examples).

• Hi-power, linear 2X2 MIMO radios with enhanced receiver performance.
• +/- 15kV radio frequency and Ethernet Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protection.
• Breakthrough speed 150+ Mbps real TCP/IP throughput.
• 15+ km Long Range - The device was specifically designed for outdoor PtP bridging and PtMP airMAX base-station applications.

Usage Examples

Integrated AirMax Technology

Unlike the standard WiFi protocol, Ubiquiti's Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) airMAX protocol allows each client to send and receive data using pre-designated time slots scheduled by an intelligent AP controller.

This "time slot" method eliminates hidden node collisions and maximizes air time efficiency. It provides many magnitudes of performance improvements in latency, throughput, and scalability compared to all other outdoor systems in its class.

• Intelligent QoS - Priority is given to voice/video seamless streaming.
• Scalability - High capacity and scalability.
• Long Distance - Capable of high-speed, carrier-class links.

Up to 100 airMAX stations can be connected to an airMAX Sector; four airMAX
stations are shown to illustrate the general concept

Intelligent POE*

Remote hardware reset circuitry of NanoStation M allows for device to be reset remotely from power supply location. The NanoStation M may also be powered by the Ubiquiti Networks TOUGHSwitch PoE. In addition, any NanoStation M can easily become 48V, 802.3af compliant through use of the Ubiquiti Instant 802.3af Adapter (sold separately).

* Remote reset is an additional option. Nanostation M comes standard as 24V without remote reset.

Features:

Compact CPE Design

The NanoStation M features the CPE design that expanded the global Wireless ISP industry.

Plug and Play Installation

The NanoStation M requires no tools for assembly; only a single wrench is required for pole-mounting.

Powerful airOS Features

Ubiquiti’s versatile airOS firmware technology enables high-performance, outdoor multi-point networking. airOS provides features such as wireless settings, bridge or routing configuration and system management services.

Advanced Software Technology

Ubiquiti’s airMAX technology is proven in millions of deployments worldwide, exhibiting outstanding performance in outdoor environments. The TDMA airMAX protocol enables unprecedented scalability, high throughput and low latency in unlicensed, multipoint networks.

Product Views:

LOCOM2 (2.4GHz, 8.5dBi), LOCOM5 (5GHz, 13dBi)

LOCOM9 (900MHz, 8dBi)

Specifications:

	Loco M2	Loco M5	Loco M9
System Information
Processor Specs	Atheros MIPS 24KC, 400MHz
Memory Information	32MB SDRAM, 8MB Flash		64MB SDRAM, 8MB Flash
Networking Interface	(1) 10/100 Ethernet Port
Physical / Electrical / Environmental
Dimensions	163 x 31 x 80 mm	163 x 31 x 80 mm	164 x 72 x 199 mm
Weight	0.18 kg	0.18 kg	0.9 kg
Power Supply (included)	24V, 0.5A POE	24V, 0.5A POE	24V, 1A POE
Max Power Consumption	5.5 Watts	5.5 Watts	6.5 Watts
Antenna Gain	8 dBi	13 dBi	8 dBi
RF Connector	-	-	External RP-SMA
Polarization	Dual Linear
Enclosure Characteristics	Outdoor UV Stabilized Plastic
Mounting Kit	Pole Mounting Kit included
Power Method	Passive Power over Ethernet (pairs 4, 5+; 7, 8 return)
Operating Temperature	-30C to 75C
Operating Humidity	5 to 95% Condensing
Shock and Vibration	ETSI300-019-1.4
Regulatory / Compliance Information
Wireless Approvals	FCC Part 15.247, IC RS210, CE		FCC Part 15.247, IC RS210
RoHS Compliance	Yes
Operating Frequency Summary (MHz)
Worldwide	2412-2462	5170 - 5875	902-928
USA	2412-2462	5725 - 5850	902-928
USA DFS	-	5250 - 5850	-

Operating Frequency:

NanoStation Loco M2
Operating Frequency		2412-2462 MHz
Output Power		23 dBm
2.4 GHz TX Power Specifications				2.4 GHz RX Power Specifications
Modulation	Data Rate/MCS	Avg. TX	Tolerance	Modulation	Data Rate/MCS	Avg. TX	Tolerance
11b/g	1-24 Mbps	23 dBm	± 2 dB	11b/g	1-24 Mbps	-83 dBm	± 2 dB
	36 Mbps	21 dBm	± 2 dB		36 Mbps	-80 dBm	± 2 dB
	48 Mbps	19 dBm	± 2 dB		48 Mbps	-77 dBm	± 2 dB
	54 Mbps	18 dBm	± 2 dB		54 Mbps	-75 dBm	± 2 dB
AirMax	MCS0	23 dBm	± 2 dB	AirMax	MCS0	-96 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS1	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS1	-95 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS2	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS2	-92 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS3	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS3	-90 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS4	22 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS4	-86 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS5	20 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS5	-83 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS6	18 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS6	-77 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS7	17 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS7	-74 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS8	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS8	-95 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS9	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS9	-93 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS10	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS10	-90 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS11	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS11	-87 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS12	22 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS12	-84 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS13	20 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS13	-79 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS14	18 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS14	-78 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS15	17 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS15	-75 dBm	± 2 dB
NanoStation Loco M5
Operating Frequency		5470-5825 MHz
Output Power		23 dBm
5 GHz TX Power Specifications				5 GHz RX Power Specifications
Modulation	Data Rate/MCS	Avg. TX	Tolerance	Modulation	Data Rate/MCS	Avg. TX	Tolerance
11b/g	6-24 Mbps	23 dBm	± 2 dB	11b/g	6-24 Mbps	-83 dBm	± 2 dB
	36 Mbps	21 dBm	± 2 dB		36 Mbps	-80 dBm	± 2 dB
	48 Mbps	19 dBm	± 2 dB		48 Mbps	-77 dBm	± 2 dB
	54 Mbps	18 dBm	± 2 dB		54 Mbps	-75 dBm	± 2 dB
AirMax	MCS0	23 dBm	± 2 dB	AirMax	MCS0	-96 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS1	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS1	-95 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS2	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS2	-92 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS3	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS3	-90 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS4	22 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS4	-86 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS5	20 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS5	-83 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS6	18 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS6	-77 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS7	17 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS7	-74 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS8	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS8	-95 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS9	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS9	-93 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS10	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS10	-90 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS11	23 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS11	-87 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS12	22 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS12	-84 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS13	20 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS13	-79 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS14	18 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS14	-78 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS15	17 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS15	-75 dBm	± 2 dB
NanoStation Loco M9
Operating Frequency		902-928 MHz
Output Power		28 dBm
900 MHz TX Power Specifications				900 MHz RX Power Specifications
Modulation	MCS Index	Avg. TX	Tolerance	Modulation	MCS Index	Avg. TX	Tolerance
AirMax	MCS0	28 dBm	± 2 dB	AirMax	MCS0	-96 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS1	28 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS1	-95 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS2	28 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS2	-92 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS3	28 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS3	-90 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS4	28 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS4	-86 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS5	24 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS5	-83 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS6	22 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS6	-77 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS7	21 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS7	-74 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS8	28 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS8	-95 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS9	28 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS9	-93 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS10	28 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS10	-90 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS11	28 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS11	-87 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS12	28 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS12	-84 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS13	24 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS13	-79 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS14	22 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS14	-78 dBm	± 2 dB
	MCS15	21 dBm	± 2 dB		MCS15	-75 dBm	± 2 dB

Antenna Information:

NanoStation Loco M2
Gain	8.5 dBi
Cross-pol Isolation	20 dB minimum
Max VSWR	1.4:1
Beamwidth	60 deg. (H-pol) / 60 deg (V-pol) / 60 deg (Elevation)
Return Loss	Vertical Azimuth	Vertical Elevation
	Horizontal Azimuth	Horizontal Elevation
NanoStation Loco M5
Gain	13 dBi
Cross-pol Isolation	20 dB minimum
Max VSWR	1.4:1
Beamwidth	45 deg. (H-pol) / 45 deg (V-pol) / 45 deg (Elevation)
Return Loss	Vertical Azimuth	Vertical Elevation
	Horizontal Azimuth	Horizontal Elevation
NanoStation Loco M9 (for integrated 2x2 MIMO Antenna)
NanoStation Loco M9 also features a RP-SMA connector for a higher gain external antenna
Gain	7.5 dBi
Cross-pol Isolation	28 dB minimum
Max VSWR	1.3:1
Beamwidth	60 deg. (H-pol) / 60 deg (V-pol) / 60 deg (Elevation)
Return Loss	Vertical Azimuth	Vertical Elevation
	Horizontal Azimuth	Horizontal Elevation

Software:

Software to Easily Manage Devices and Reach Customers

AirOS is an intuitive, versatile, highly developed Ubiquiti firmware technology that resides on Ubiquiti Station products. It is exceptionally intuitive and was designed to require no training to operate. Behind the user interface is a powerful firmware architecture which enables hi-performance outdoor multipoint networking.

airOS Version 7

Sporting an all-new design for improved usability, airOS v7 is the revolutionary operating system for Ubiquiti airMAX ac products.

Powerful Wireless Features

• airMAX ac Protocol Support
• Long-Range Point-to-Point (PtP) Link Mode
• Selectable Channel Width
• PtP: 10/20/30/40/50/60/80 MHz
• PtMP: 10/20/30/40 MHz
• Automatic Channel Selection
• Transmit Power Control: Automatic/Manual
• Automatic Distance Selection (ACK Timing)
• Strongest WPA2 Security

Usability Enhancements

• Dynamic Configuration Changes
• Instant Input Validation
• HTML5 Technology
• Optimization for Mobile Devices
• Detailed Device Statistics
• Comprehensive Array of Diagnostic Tools, including Ethernet Cabling Test, RF Diagnostics, and airView Spectrum Analyzer

Advanced RF Analytics

airMAX ac devices feature a multi-radio architecture to power a revolutionary RF analytics engine.

An independent processor on the PCBA powers a second, dedicated radio, which persistently analyzes the full 5 GHz spectrum and every received symbol to provide you with the most advanced RF analytics in the industry.

Data from the spectrum analysis and RF performance monitoring is displayed on the Main tab and airView Spectrum Analyzer of airOS V7.

Real-Time Reporting

The Main tab displays the following RF information:

• Persistent RF Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) constellation diagrams
• Carrier to Interference-plus-Noise Ratio (CINR) histograms
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) time series plots

Persistent RF EVM Constellation Diagrams, CINR Histograms, and SNR Time Series

airMAX ac devices have an additional dedicated radio persistently analyzing the full 5 GHz spectrum and every received symbol to provide operators with the most advanced RF analytics in the industry.

Constellation Diagrams and CINR Histograms

SNR Time Series Plots

airOS Integrated Technologies

airMAX – Provides superior wireless performance, more clients per Access Point (AP), and lower latency. Unlike standard WiFi protocol, Ubiquiti's Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) airMAX protocol allows each client to send & receive data using pre-designated time slots scheduled by an intelligent AP controller.

This "time slot" method eliminates hidden node collisions & maximizes air time efficiency. It provides many magnitudes of performance improvements in latency, throughput, & scalability.

Spectrum Analyzer by Ubiquiti Networks

signatures and plan your networks to minimize noise interference. airView performs the following functions:

• Constantly monitors environmental noise
• Collects energy data points in real-time spectral views
• Helps optimize channel selection, network design, and wireless performance

airView runs in the background without disabling the wireless link, so there is no disruption to the network.

In airView, there are three spectral views, each of which represents different data.

• Waterfall Aggregate energy collected for each frequency
• Waveform Aggregate energy collected
• Ambient Noise Level Background noise energy shown as a function of frequency

Available with a firmware upgrade to airOS v7.1, airView provides powerful spectrum analyzer functionality, eliminating the need to rent or purchase additional equipment for conducting site surveys.

Waterfall Chart

This time-based graph shows the aggregate energy collected since the start of an AirView session, over time for each frequency. The power of the energy in dBm is shown across the frequency span and one row is inserted in this graph every few seconds.

It is important to note that the color of the energy designates its amplitude. The darker colors (Blues and darker shades) mean very low to low energy levels at that frequency bin, whereas increasingly brighter colors (ie: Green, Yellow, Orange, and finally Red) designate increasingly higher energy levels at the specific frequency bin.

The Waterfall View's legend (top-right corner) provides a numerical guide associating the various colors to power levels (dBm). The low end of that legend (left) is always adjusted with the calculated noise floor, and the high end (right) is set to the highest detected power level since the start of the session.

Channel Usage Chart

This graph is ideal for determining the best channel to setup a WiFi network for optimal performance. In the graph, each 2.4GHz WiFi channel is represented by a bar displaying a percentage representing the relative "crowdedness" of that specific channel.This percentage is calculated by analyzing both the popularity and the strength of RF energy in that channel since the start of a AirView session. An installer could use this view to optimize a network installation by avoiding highly used channels and setting up new AP's on channels showing the least usage.

Waveform Chart

This graph shows the aggregate energy collected since the start of an AirView Session. The power of the energy in dBm is shown across the frequency span. A Blue color will mean energy at a particular strength and frequency appears in the air with a relatively low occurence, whereas increasingly brighter colors (ie: Green, Yellow, Orange, and finally Red) designate energy appearing at a specific power/frequency with higher occurrence. The spectral view over time will essentially display the steady-state RF energy signature of a given environment. An installer could use this view to optimize a network installation by avoiding highly used channels and setting up new AP's on channels showing the least usage.

Real-time Chart

This graph displays a traditional Spectrum Analyzer in which energy (in dBm) is shown real-time as a function of frequency. There are three traces in this view: Max Hold, this trace will update and hold maximum power levels across the frequency since the start of an AirView session. Average, this trace shows the running average energy across frequency. Real-time, this trace shows the real-time energy seen by the AirView device as a function of frequency.

Centrally Manage 1000s of Ubiquiti Devices

AirControl is a powerful and intuitive web based server network management application which allows operators to centrally manage entire networks of Ubiqutii devices.

• Network Map - View access points and stations on a Google Road, Terrain, or Satellite Picture Map to aid in installation planning. Export to KML.
• Monitor Device Status - View status, information, and statistics of devices managed by AirControl on customizable and easy-to-read graphs.
• Mass Firmware Upgrade - Upgrade individual devices or groups of devices with synchronization for wireless association dependency.
• Web UI Access - Access the AirControl user interface through a web browser (HTTP or HTTPS); no installation is required on the client.
• Manage Groups of Devices - User-defined, dynamic, and auto device groups provide easy navigation and device management.
• Task Scheduling - Schedule tasks such as firmware update, reboot, IP range scan, device configuration backups, ping watchdog and custom commands execution.

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Provision, monitor, and manage all devices from a central interface. Enjoy quicker deployments, healthier networks, and faster customer service response times.

Use airCRM Control to perform the following tasks:

• Upgrade firmware
• Manage passwords
• Monitor and analyze network traffic
• Manage devices

A streamlined billing and customer management solution delivers automated invoicing, payment reminders, and credit card processing with Authorize.Net.

Use airCRM Billing to perform the following tasks:

• Create invoices
• Manage accounts
• Enable a customer portal
• Generate detailed reports

Miscellaneous:

Protect your networks from the most brutal environments with Ubiquiti's industrialgrade shielded ethernet cable, TOUGHCable.

• Increase Performance - Dramatically improve your ethernet link states, speeds, and overall performance with Ubiquiti TOUGHCables.
• Extreme Weatherproof - TOUGHCables have been built to perform even in the harshest weather and environments.
• ESD Damage Protection - Protect your networks from devastating electrostatic discharge (ESD) attacks.
• Extended Cable Support - TOUGHCables have been developed to have increased power handling performance for extended cable run lengths.

Bulletproof your networks

TOUGHCable is currently available in two versions: PRO Shielding Protection and CARRIER Shielding Protection.

Additional Information:

• 24 AWG copper conductor pairs
• 26 AWG integrated ESD drain wire to prevent ESD attacks and damage
• PE outdoor-rated, weatherproof jacket
• Multi-layered shielding
• Available in lengths of 1000 ft (304.8 m)

TOUGHCable Connectors

Specifically designed for use with Ubiquiti TOUGHCable, TOUGHCable Connectors protect against ESD attacks and Ethernet hardware damage, while allowing rapid field deployment without soldering. The standard TOUGHCable Connectors are available in a box of 100, while the TC-GND versions include ground wires and are available in a box of 20.

ESD attacks are the leading cause for device failures. The diagram below illustrates the areas vulnerable to ESD attacks in a network.	By using a grounded Ubiquiti Power over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter along with Ubiquiti TOUGHCable and TOUGHCable Connectors, you can effectively protect against ESD attacks.

Advanced Gigabit PoE Managed Switch

Introducing the Advanced Power over Ethernet Controllers, TOUGHSwitch™ PoE from Ubiquiti Networks. TOUGHSwitch PoE delivers reliable passive PoE and fast 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity to attached Ubiquiti devices and other devices that support passive PoE.

To connect your PoE devices, simply enable PoE in the easy-to-use TOUGHSwitch Confi guration Interface. Each port can be individually confi gured to provide PoE, so both PoE and non-PoE devices can be connected.

Simplify Your Deployment

TOUGHSwitch PoE allows network architects to design cleaner, less cluttered deployments. For example, integrating one TOUGHSwitch PoE PRO can eliminate the need for the following:

• 8 PoE adapters
• 8 power cords
• 8 power outlets
• 8 Ethernet patch cables

TOUGHSwitch PoE deployments increase efficiency and greatly reduce potential failure points - resulting in faster installations and less maintenance and troubleshooting.

Documentation:

Download the Ubiquiti NanoStation M/NanoStation Loco M Series Overview (PDF).