Can't see my own airport network

Hi,
My iPhone does not find my own airport expres N (only 5ghz). I do not have a hidden network name nor use a MAC adres blokking but WPA2 security. If I try to connect to a hidden network (because the iPhone does not find mine) I get the message that te iPhone is not able to find it.
Both our Macbooks work fine. COuld it be that I only use 5ghz on the airport express?

The iPhone does not support wireless N, only the older wireless G. If you have your Airport setup to only transmit/only for Wirless N connections that your iPhone will not be able to connect:
Options:
1) Setup your wireless network at home to allow N and G connections
2) Piggyback your iPhone onto a Neighbors Wireless G connection (more feasible in an apartment complex or townhome setting).

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