Cambium PTP 550E 4.9 – 6.2 GHz Wideband Integrated PtP Radio Link (PTP 550E)
Cambium Networks PTP 550 Integrated PTP Radio
Overview:
The Cambium Networks PTP 550 Integrated is a point-to-point radio in the PTP Radio category, based on 802.11ac Wave 2 in the 5 GHz wireless space. It addresses gigabit capacity needs for high-speed backhaul solutions in mid- and long-range applications. With two independent radios, channel bonding, and an integrated flat panel antenna, it delivers up to 1.4 Gbps using two 80 MHz channels.
Description:
The PTP 550 Integrated supports 5170–5320 MHz and 5520–5980 MHz bands within wide-band operation from 5.1 GHz to 5.9 GHz, with allowable frequency bands dictated by individual country regulations. The radio technology includes two independent radios in a 2x2:2 configuration, each with 2 streams, for 4 streams total and 4x4 MIMO. Dual independent channels are each configurable as 10, 20, 40, and 80 MHz; using two 80 MHz channels achieves 1.4 Gbps.
The PTP 550 Integrated operates with fixed frequency or dynamic channel selection (DCS). DCS constantly optimizes the channel of operation to maximize link reliability and performance, responding to the radio interference environment by searching for the clearest spectrum and moving to it seamlessly. The IP66/67-rated metal enclosure protects the radio from extreme conditions and solar radiation. Installation is assisted by built-in e-alignment using a GUI on the radio. A built-in live spectrum analyzer operates without impact on payload traffic. Management includes IPv6/IPv4 dual-stack, SNMPv2 and SNMPv3, https, WPA-PSK2, and cnMaestro. Security includes FIPS 197 compliant 128-bit AES encryption and factory mode recovery, with ARQ support.
Key Highlights:
- 5.17 GHz to 5.9 GHz operation; Integrated model supports 5170–5320 MHz and 5520–5980 MHz bands
- Up to 1.4 Gbps with two 80 MHz channels
- 2 independent radios, 2x2:2 each (2 streams), 4 streams total, 4x4 MIMO
- Dual independent channels, each configurable as 10, 20, 40, and 80 MHz
- Integrated flat panel antenna: 23 dBi; up to 173 dB system gain with integrated antenna
- Range up to 200 km (122 miles)
- Fixed frequency or dynamic channel selection (DCS)
- IP66/IP67 metal housing
- Built-in live spectrum analyzer
- IPv6/IPv4 dual-stack management; SNMPv2/SNMPv3, https, WPA-PSK2, cnMaestro
- FIPS 197 compliant 128-bit AES encryption; factory mode recovery; ARQ support
- 1 Gigabit port (Data + PoE power input) and 1 SFP port
- e-alignment installation using GUI on radio
Technical Specifications:
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cambium Networks |
| Model | PTP 550 Integrated |
| Category | PTP Radio |
| RF bands (Integrated) | 5170–5320 MHz; 5520–5980 MHz |
| Wide-band operation | 5.1–5.9 GHz (allowable frequency bands dictated by individual country regulations) |
| Radio technology | 2 independent radios, 2x2:2 (each 2 streams), 4 streams total (4x4 MIMO) |
| Channel sizes | Dual independent channels, each configurable as 10, 20, 40, and 80 MHz |
| Spectral efficiency | 8.5 bps/Hz maximum |
| Channel selection | Fixed frequency or dynamic channel selection (DCS) |
| Maximum transmit power | Up to 26 dBm |
| System gain | Up to 173 dB with integrated antenna |
| Modulation | MCS 0 to MCS 9 (256 QAM 5/6) |
| Duplex scheme | Time division duplex (TDD); multiple transmit/receive duty cycles |
| Antenna | Integrated flat panel: 23 dBi |
| Range | Up to 200 km (122 miles) |
| UL/DL ratio | 50:50, 70:30, 75:25 |
| Security | FIPS 197 compliant 128-bit AES encryption; factory mode recovery |
| ARQ | Supported |
| Latency | 3 ms one direction |
| Packet classification | Layer 2 and Layer 3 IEEE 802.1p, Ethernet priority, VLAN |
| Quality of Service (QoS) | 3 levels |
| Maximum packet size | 1700 bytes |
| TDD sync | Supports CMM5 and cnPulse |
| Flexible I/O | 1 Gigabit port: Data + PoE power input; 1 SFP port (single-mode fiber, multi-mode fiber, and copper Gigabit Ethernet options available) |
| Network management | In-band and out-of-band management |
| System management | IPv6/IPv4 dual-stack management support; SNMPv2 and SNMPv3, https, WPA-PSK2; online spectrum analyzer (no impact on payload traffic); cnMaestro management |
| Installation | Built-in e-alignment using GUI on radio |
| Maximum capacity | 1.4 Gbps (80 MHz + 80 MHz) |
| Housing | IP66/IP67 metal enclosure |
| Dimensions (Integrated ODU) | 305 mm x 305 mm x 68 mm (12 in x 12 in x 2.2 in) |
| Weight (Integrated ODU) | 2.2 kg (4.85 lb), including bracket |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F), including solar radiation |
| Wind speed survival | 322 kph (200 mph) |
| Power supply | AC power injector: 0°C to +40°C; 30 W, 56 V; 132 mm x 36 mm x 51 mm |
| Power consumption | 30 W maximum (22 W typical) |
| Protection and safety | UL60950-1/22; IEC60950-1/22; EN60950-1.22; CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1/22; CB approval with all National Deviations |
| Radio | 5.x GHz: FCC Part 15E; RSS 247 Issue 2; EN 302 502; EN 301 893 |
| EMC | US Part 15B; Canada RSS-GEN; Europe EN 301 489-1 and -17 |