Ubiquiti LiteBeam M5.

# LiteBeam M5 (Model: LBE-M5-23) 

Description

• The LiteBeam M5 is a compact, affordable outdoor airMAX CPE designed to deliver reliable point-to-point and point-to-moint wireless links in 5 GHz bands. The model LBE-M5-23 refers to the 5 GHz version in the M5 LiteBeam family.

## Key Features

• - **Integrated design**: Single, compact reflector dish with integrated radio.  
• - **5 GHz operation **: Optimized for the $5.15$–$5.85$ GHz band (unlicensed spectrum in many regions).  
• - **AirMAX TDMA protocol**: Provides scalable, high-throughput, low-latency wireless performance with microsecond-level synchronization.  
• - **Throughput**: Typical uplink/downlink performance suitable for small-to-medium links; actual speeds depend on environment, interference, and client hardware.  
• - **Ease of deployment**: Lightweight, weatherproof (IP-rated for outdoor use), with simple mounting options for quick alignment.  
• - **Power and interfaces**: PoE-powered (often via 24 V DC PoE injector included or optional), single Ethernet port for data/PoE.  
• - **Backward compatibility**: Works with other airMAX-capable devices; supports airOS for configuration and management.

## Specifications (Typical)

• - **Radio**: 5 GHz radio (M5 family)
• - **Antenna**: Integrated reflector/dish with small-footprint dish
• - **Form factor**: Outdoor, outdoor-ready with mounting bracket
• - **Power**: PoE (IEEE 802.3af/at depending on model revision); typical input 24 V PoE
• - **Mounting**: Pole or wall mount with standard hardware
• - **Environment**: Outdoor operation, weather resistant

## Use Cases

• - **Point-to-Point links** between buildings or towers with short-to-moderate distances
• - **Last-mile connectivity** in outdoor deployments
• - **Backhaul for small networks** requiring reliable 5 GHz connectivity

## Quick Setup Tips

• - Align carefully toward the client or AP to maximize signal-to-noise ratio.
• - Ensure line-of-sight with minimal obstructions for best performance.
• - Use airOS management to configure the link schedule and RF settings for optimal TDMA performance.
• - Verify power supply and PoE injector compatibility; ensure proper grounding and weatherproofing of connections.

LITEBEAM M5