The MikroTik LDF 5 (Lite Dish Feed) is a wireless device designed to be used with satellite dish antennas. It fits onto the dish's arm, and the dish itself acts as a large reflector to focus and amplify the signal. This setup allows for very long-range wireless links, making it a cost-effective solution for creating powerful point-to-point connections.
Key Takeaways
Function: It's a wireless radio that turns a standard satellite dish into a high-gain antenna.
Models: There are two main versions:
LDF 5: An older, 802.11n (Wi-Fi 4) model with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port.
LDF 5 ac: A newer, faster 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) model with a Gigabit Ethernet port.
Performance: The built-in antenna has a gain of 9 dBi, but when paired with a 100 cm satellite dish, the total effective gain can be boosted to 33 dBi, allowing for extremely long-distance links.
Power: It's powered via Passive PoE (Power over Ethernet) and is a rugged, weatherproof device suitable for outdoor use.
