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4 Preparation for operation
About the network
Functions using the PLC network as a communication medium include an Ethernet Bridge that
performs Ethernet communication, a Serial Bridge that performs serial communication, and a USB
Bridge that performs USB communication.
4.1 PLC Network
The HD-PLC network is a network in which communication data is superimposed on power lines.
For data transmission, Wavelet OFDM-modulation is used on a frequency of 2-28 [MHz] shortwave band
using 432 carriers for communication.
4.1.1 Usable places · Power lines
Because it uses shortwave frequency, confirmation of regulations and laws is required for each country in
addition to safety standards
There are restrictions on locations and power lines available in Japan under the Radio Law and
Telecommunications Business Law.
In Japan, HD-PLC can be used on the load side from the distribution board in the same premises.
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