PA-50R Series Firewall Antenna Specifications
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PA-50R Series Firewall Antenna Specifications
View the PA-50R Series firewall antenna specifications, including frequency range and
third-party antenna recommendations for each model.
The following table describes PA-50R Series firewall antenna specifications
and requirements.
For separately purchased antennas, refer to the manufacturer's
datasheet for specifications and other information.
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
|
Antennas
|
PA-52R-5G—2x2 MIMO antenna
PA-54R-POE-D-5G—4x4 MIMO antenna
PA-56R-POE-5G—4x4 MIMO antenna
|
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Frequency range
|
615-960MHz / 1500-1600MHz / 1710-2690MHz / 3300-5000MHz
|
Refer to the following sections to view third-party antenna recommendations for each
firewall.
PA-52R-5G
View the Palo Alto Networks recommended antenna and third-party antenna requirements
for the PA-52R-5G firewall.
PAN-PA-5G-ANT-2X2-5M-SMAM
The PAN-PA-5G-ANT-2X2-5M-SMAM is a high-performance 2x2 omni-directional MIMO
antenna suitable for wall and pole mount applications with 5 meter (16.4 ft)
cables. All measurements are for the 4G/5G antenna elements (Elements 1 and 2)
measured in free space with 0.5 meter (1.5 ft) of CS32 cable.
| Frequency Range (MHz) | Operational Cellular Bands | Element | Peak Realised Gain (dBi) | Nominal Radiated Efficiency | Typical VSWR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 617–960 |
Low Bands:
B5, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B19, B20, B26, B27, B28, B71,
n105, B106
| Elements 1 and 2 | 3 | > 60% | < 2.5:1 |
| 1427–2700 |
Mid Bands / Supplemental Downlink:
B1, B2, B3, B4, B7, B9, B11, B21, B23, B25, B30, B35, B38,
B39, B40, B41, B66, B74, B75, B76
| Elements 1 and 2 | 6 | > 60% | < 2.5:1 |
| 3400–4200 |
C-Band / Mid-Band 5G:
B22, B42, B43, B48 (CBRS), n77, n78
| Elements 1 and 2 | 5 | > 60% | < 2.5:1 |
| 4900–6000 |
High-Band 5G / Unlicensed:
n79
| Elements 1 and 2 | 5 | > 60% | < 2.5:1 |
Third-Party Antenna Requirements
If you purchase a third-party antenna, refer to this list of WWAN and GNSS
recommendations to ensure compatibility and performance with the PA-52R-5G.
| Parameter | Requirement Specifications | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Antenna system | External multi-band 2×2 MIMO antenna system (Ant1/Ant2) |
|
| Operating bands |
| Full coverage required across supported cellular spectrums. |
| VSWR |
| Evaluated across all bands including band edges. Measured at the RF connector including mismatch/antenna losses, but excluding cable loss. |
| Total radiated efficiency | > 50% on all bands | Primary evaluation parameter. Peak gain alone is not an accurate indicator of performance when integrated into a host device. |
| Radiation pattern | Nominally omni-directional radiation pattern in azimuth plane | Provides balanced horizontal coverage. |
| Envelope correlation coefficient (ECC) |
| Measured between Ant1 and Ant2. |
| Mean effective gain (MEG) | 3 dBi | Specified for MEG1 (Ant1) and MEG2 (Ant2). |
| MEG imbalance |
| Measured between Ant1 and Ant2. |
| Maximum antenna gain | Must not exceed regulatory antenna gain limits | |
| Isolation (S21) | > 10 dB between Ant1 and Ant2 | |
| Max input power | 10 dBm | Maximum allowable RF input power at the antenna port. |
| Power handling | > 1 W | Tested using a 1 W CW signal over 4 hours at the middle of each supported Tx band. |
| Parameter | Requirement Specifications | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency range |
| Covers GNSS L1 (1563–1587 MHz) and L5 (1164–1189 MHz) frequency bands with buffer zones. |
| Field of view (FOV) |
| Ensures broad sky coverage. |
| Polarization (average Gv/Gh) | > 0 dB | Vertical linear polarization is sufficient. Any polarization other than LHCP is acceptable. |
| Free space average gain | > –6 dBi (preferably > –3 dBi) over FOV | Gv and Gh averaged over –45 to +90 degrees elevation and ±180 degrees azimuth. |
| Gain orientation | Maximum gain and uniform coverage at high elevation angles and zenith | High gain in the azimuth plane is not desired. |
| Average 3D gain | > –5 dBi | Total 3D gain metric. |
| Isolation | > 15 dB between GNSS and Ant1 | Evaluated across all uplink bands and GNSS Rx bands. |
| Typical VSWR | < 2.5:1 | Antenna port return loss specification. |
PA-54R-POE-D-5G
View third-party antenna requirements for the PA-54R-POE-D-5G firewall.
Third-Party Antenna Requirements
If you purchase a third-party antenna, it must meet the following WWAN requirements
to ensure compatibility and performance with the PA-54R-POE-D-5G.
| Parameter | Requirement Specifications | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Antenna system |
| If an antenna includes GNSS, it must also satisfy dedicated GNSS antenna requirements. |
| Frequency ranges |
| Specified across supported cellular and GNSS bands. |
| VSWR |
| Measured at the RF receptacle across all bands including band edges. |
| Total radiated efficiency | > 50% on all bands | Primary parameter for evaluating the antenna system (measured at RF receptacle excluding cable loss). |
| Radiation pattern | Nominally omni-directional radiation pattern in the azimuth plane | Provides uniform horizontal coverage. |
| Envelope correlation coefficient (ECC) |
| Measured between receiving antennas. |
| Mean effective gain (MEG) | Receiving antennas: –2 to –3 dBi | Specified for receiving antenna elements. |
| MEG imbalance |
| Measured between any two antenna elements. |
| Isolation |
| Prevents potential ACLR and EVM performance issues during transmission. |
| Max input power | ANT1, ANT2, ANT3, ANT4, GNSS: 10 dBm | Critical: In-band GPS signal on ANT2 must be < 0 dBm to avoid damaging the internal LNA. |
| Power handling | > 1 W | Endurance measured over 4 hours using a 1 W continuous wave (CW) signal at mid-band frequencies. |
| Impedance | 50 Ω (nominal) | All SMA ports. |
| Connector | SMA (M) | WWAN and GNSS. |
| GNSS active bias | 3.15 Vdc (50 mA max) |
Consult a professional for best device location and
antenna siting. Any installation should comply with all national and local
regulations.
PA-56R-POE-5G
View third-party antenna requirements for the PA-56R-POE-5G firewall.
Third-Party Antenna Requirements
If you purchase a third-party antenna, it must meet the following WWAN requirements
to ensure compatibility and performance with the PA-56R-POE-5G. Two antennas are
required for dual SIM dual active (DSDA) operation.
| Parameter | Requirement Specifications | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Antenna system |
| If an antenna includes GNSS, it must also satisfy dedicated GNSS antenna requirements. |
| Frequency ranges |
| Specified across supported cellular and GNSS bands. |
| VSWR |
| Measured at the RF receptacle across all bands including band edges. |
| Total radiated efficiency | > 50% on all bands | Primary parameter for evaluating the antenna system (measured at RF receptacle excluding cable loss). |
| Radiation pattern | Nominally omni-directional radiation pattern in the azimuth plane | Provides uniform horizontal coverage. |
| Envelope correlation coefficient (ECC) |
| Measured between receiving antennas. |
| Mean effective gain (MEG) | Receiving antennas: –2 to –3 dBi | Specified for receiving antenna elements. |
| MEG imbalance |
| Measured between any two antenna elements. |
| Isolation |
| Prevents potential ACLR and EVM performance issues during transmission. |
| Max input power | ANT1, ANT2, ANT3, ANT4, GNSS: 10 dBm | Critical: In-band GPS signal on ANT2 must be < 0 dBm to avoid damaging the internal LNA. |
| Power handling | > 1 W | Endurance measured over 4 hours using a 1 W continuous wave (CW) signal at mid-band frequencies. |
| Impedance | 50 Ω (nominal) | All SMA ports. |
| Connector | SMA (M) | WWAN and GNSS. |
| GNSS active bias | 3.15 Vdc (50 mA max) |
Consult a professional for best device location and
antenna siting. Any installation should comply with all national and local
regulations.