ZyXEL WAP5605 5-GHz Wireless N Media Streaming Box
Unwire Your Digital Entertainment!
- 802.11n-compliant, 5 GHz-only design for interference-free connectivity ?
- SmartRange technology widely extends the effective wireless coverage
- Video-grade QoS optimizes video streaming playback ⚙️
- Direct Link Setup support allows efficient bandwidth allocation
- Gigabit Ethernet for maximum wired connection performance and stability
- Hidden SSID for robust Wi-Fi security and smooth video streaming
- AP/Client mode switch for easy setup and control ⚙️
- LED light off button fits better in living room environments ?
- Green product with wireless scheduling, power on/off button for energy saving ?
Benefits
The ZyXEL WAP5605 5-GHz Wireless N Media Streaming Box creates a high-performance wireless bridge for your home network. Connect media players, set-top boxes, and game consoles to the WAP5605 to easily stream video content, enjoy IPTV services, and play online games in different rooms without complicated wiring.
Interference-free media streaming
With 5 GHz technology, the ZyXEL WAP5605 allows reliable HD video streaming without interference from common 2.4 GHz channel devices such as smartphones and laptops. A diagram illustrates this: the Internet connects via WAP5605 on 5 GHz to Internet TV, while 2.4 GHz devices are shown separately, implying potential interference.
Widely extends the effective wireless coverage
Thanks to SmartRange technology, the WAP5605 provides effective wireless coverage by transmitting signals directly to each other. Placing a pair of media streaming boxes in your home and using the AP/Client mode switch allows for easy setup, enabling digital entertainment content without dead spots. A diagram shows WAP5605 units extending coverage to different rooms, with icons for Wireless Scheduling ⚙️, Power On/Off Switch ?, and Wireless Output Management ⚙️, all part of ZyXEL with SmartRange Technology.
WAP5605 5-GHz Wireless N Media Streaming Box
Optimized visual experience
While older WMM QoS features prioritized applications but had stability issues, the latest video-grade QoS in ZyXEL's WAP5605 intelligently optimizes video streaming quality. It adapts to the home environment for more enjoyable, high-quality wireless video streaming. A diagram compares data flow with and without the QoS Engine, showing smooth frames with the engine and indicating 'Error Dropped Frame' ❗ without it.
Efficient bandwidth allocation
Connect home entertainment devices like game consoles and media servers directly to the WAP5605. Data can be transferred between these devices without passing through associated access points, allowing for faster IPTV or video streaming with less wait time.
Maximum wired connection performance
Equipped with two Gigabit Ethernet ports, the WAP5605 is designed for reliable, high-performance video streaming. It offers speeds up to 10 times faster than typical Ethernet connections and simplifies connecting multiple wired devices.
Specifications
System Specifications
- Wireless standard: 802.11a/n
- Wireless transfer rate: Transmit: 300 Mbps*, Receive: 300 Mbps*
- Wireless security: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA and WPA2
- Wireless features: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ?️, Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM), Video-grade QoS ⚙️, Hidden SSID, AP Mode/Client Mode ⚙️, Auto channel scan, MAC filtering, Direct Link Setup, Wireless scheduler, Output power management
- Others: LLTD Responder
Hardware Specifications
- LAN: Two 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet RJ-45 ports with auto MDI/MDIX support
- LED indicator: WPS ?️, Power ?, LAN1, LAN2, Wireless ?
- Quality: Multi-color LED identifies wireless traffic quality in client mode
- Button/Switch: WPS button ?️, Reset button, LED light off button ?, Power on/off button ?, AP/Client mode switch ⚙️
- Power: 12 V DC, 1 A
- Power consumption: 7 Watt max.
Physical Specifications
| Item | Dimensions (WxDxH) | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Device | 110 x 155.8 x 30.7 mm (4.3" x 6.1" x 1.2") | 218 g (0.48 lb.) |
| Kit (Packing) | 268 x 226 x 90 mm (10.5" x 8.9" x 3.5") | 1,139 g (2.52 lb.) |
Environmental Specifications
Operating Environment
- Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
- Humidity: 20% to 90% (Non-condensing)
Storage Environment
- Temperature: -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F)
- Humidity: 20% to 95% (Non-condensing)
Certification
- Safety: CE LVD
- EMC: CE (with DFS band), FCC (w/o DFS band)
Package Contents
- 5-GHz Wireless N Media Streaming Box Kit
- Two interchangeable power adapters ?
- Two Ethernet cables
- Quick start guide
- Warranty card
- Support CD
* The maximum wireless data transfer rate is derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual data transfer rate will vary based on network environment, including distance, network traffic, building materials, interference from other wireless devices, and other adverse conditions.
Application Diagram
A network diagram illustrates various applications. The Internet connects via an xDSL/Cable Modem to an Access Point (AP), which then connects to a WAP5605 for Online Video Streaming. For Gaming, a Game Console connects directly to a WAP5605 using Direct Link Setup. For Photo/Video/Music Sharing, a DMA2501 Full HD Digital Media Streamer connects to a WAP5605, and an NSA320 2-Bay Power Media Server also connects to a WAP5605, both using Direct Link Setup. Connections are indicated by Ethernet and HDMI Cable symbols. A note specifies that for optimal media streaming quality, 4 or fewer clients should be connected simultaneously, with a maximum of 8 connected devices.
Product Views
Front Panel
The front panel of the WAP5605 features a WPS button ?️ for easy security setup.
Rear Panel
The rear panel includes a Power adapter ? input (DC IN), a Power ? button, two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1, LAN2) for wired devices, and indicators for LED OFF ?. It also features a RESET button and an AP/Client mode switch ⚙️ for easy setup of the operation mode. Labels indicate connections for Set-top Box and Game Console.
