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H P 0 1 H o m e P l u g E t h e r n e t A d a p t o r
Easy Start
Version 1.2
CONTENTS
1.1 Package contents.............................................................2
1.2 Important Safety Instructions...............................................3
2 Connection and Indicator Lights.............................................4
3 Examples of Applications......................................................5
3.1.1 Home Networking-option 1.............................................5
3.1.2 Home Networking-option 2.............................................5
3.1.3 Home Networking-option 3.............................................6
3.1.4 Home Networking-option 4.............................................6
3.2 Care Instructions............................................................7
4 PLCConfig Installation........................................................8
Running the InstallShield Wizard............................................ 8
5 Configuration...................................................................12
5.1 Diagnose a Local Powerline Device.....................................12
5.2 Diagnose a Network Powerline device.................................13
6 Technical Data..................................................................17
7 Frequently Asked Questions......................................... .......18
Product warranty does not apply to damage caused by lightning, power surges or wrong voltage usage
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    H P 0 1 H o m e P l u g E t h e r n e t A d a p t o r Easy Start Version 1.2 CONTENTS 1 Introduction to HP01 HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor………….…….2 1.1 Package contents………………………………………….……..2 1.2 Important Safety Instructions………………..…………………..3 2 Connection and Indicator Lights……………..………………...….…4 3 Examples of Applications……………………………………….……..5...
  • Page 2: Introduction To Hp01 Homeplug Ethernet Adaptor

    , enabling detailed diagnosis of system malfunction. The Ethernet port is to connect to a device in the home network. The HP01 HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor has a standard power plug for connection to power outlet. There are four main kinds of power plugs: HP01-UK(UK)-3 pins UK plug with integrated 230V AC power supply.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 2. Do not use the HP01 HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor near water. 3. The HP01 HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation provided.
  • Page 4: Connection And Indicator Lights

    Easy Start 2. Connection and Indicator Lights The HP01 HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor has three lights indicator(LEDs) and an Ethernet port: PL-ACT: Flash when the powerline device is transmitting or receiving data. PL-LINK: Lights up powerline network is ready to use.
  • Page 5: Examples Of Applications

    Easy Start 3. Examples of Applications This section demonstrates some of the application scenarios. 3.1.1 Home Networking-option 1 Workstation with Internet connection over an ADSL/Cable modem 3.1.2 Home Networking—option2 Networking for Online Gaming. Page 5 of 19...
  • Page 6: Home Networking-Option 3

    Easy Start 3.1.3 Home Networking—option 3 Networking for several workstations with one Internet connection over an ADSL/Cable modem router 3.1.4 Home Networking—option 4 Networking for several workstations with one Internet connection over an ADSL/Cable router and an ADSL/Cable modem Page 6 of 19...
  • Page 7: Care Instructions

    Normally the electric meter forms a physical barrier, i.e. only devices connected to this meter can be part of the network and benefit from the phase coupling . We strongly recommend that you use the HP01 HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor internal device encryption. It is configured with the HP01 HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor Configuration Utility.
  • Page 8: Plcconfig Installation

    Easy Start 4 PLCConfig Installation Overview The installation of the Turbo Powerline Ethernet Bridge will only take minutes .Laying long wires throughout the house is not necessary . The device is also plug-and-play , which means as soon as two Powerline devices are plunged into the power outlets under the same electrical circuit , both devices should start communicating .
  • Page 9 Easy Start This section allows you to change the default directory where the program was installed. If you don't want to change the directory click on ‘Next’ to continue the installation process. Page 9 of 19...
  • Page 10 Easy Start Setup will create the program's shortcuts in the following ‘Start Menu folder’. If you would like to select a different folder , click the 'Browse…' button. If not, continue and click the 'next' button. This section allows a user to go 'Back' or 'Install' the utility . In case if the user wishes to change the previous options then go ahead and click on 'Back' to change the settings .
  • Page 11 Easy Start This screen shows the progress of the installation . his screen shows that the installation was completed successfully . Click on 'Finish 'to exit the wizard . Restart the computer or not . Page 11 of 19...
  • Page 12: Configuration

    Easy Start 5 Configuration Overview The Powerline device uses 56-bit DES encryption to block outside access .The key is set by using the software utility on the CD . By default ,the protection is enabled . However , it is recommended that you change the default network password .
  • Page 13: Diagnose A Network Powerline Device

    Easy Start 5.2 Diagnose a Network Powerline Device The Main tab shows all the other Powerline Units on your powerline network . It will represent them by MAC Address ,and will also show the available bandwidth to each unit ( Units farther away from the current computer might have a lower Data Rate , since the distance is farther ) .If you add or subtract units from your home network , you might want to re-Scan , by clicking the "Scan"...
  • Page 14: Setting Up Security On A Local Powerline Device

    The Password tab will allow you to change the Network Password to the unit that is currently connected to this computer . Also it will allow you to change the network password to the remote HomePlug device that is scaned when you enter the device password of the remote HomePlug device to the remote device Default Encryption Key .This network password encrypts all data that is added to a 56-bit data encryption...
  • Page 15: Setting Up Power Management On A Local Powerline Device

    Easy Start Click the 'OK' button, change network password successfully 5.4 Setting Up Power management on a Local Powerline Device Page 15 of 19...
  • Page 16 Easy Start The power management tab will allow you to choose power down timeout. There are 5 statuses for you choose. It will display a dialog such as : Click the ‘Apply’ button after choosing complete, powerline device will put into standby status. Figure 1 Page 16 of 19...
  • Page 17: Technical Data

    Easy Start 6 Technical Data The table below shows the Technical Specifications of the HP01 HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor. HP01 HomePlug Ethernet Adaptor Standards 100Base-T/10Base-T Ethernet, IEEE 802.3u 100Mbps/10Mbps Auto MDI/MDLx Support HomePlug 1.0 compatible Protocols CSMA/CA MAC control Transfer rate...
  • Page 18: Frequently Asked Questions

    Easy Start 7 Frequently Asked Questions Q. What's the speed of Powerline operate over a standard home power line network ? A. Powerline operates up to 50Mbps or 85 Mbps bandwidth over a standard home power line network . Q. What's the Estimated Range of Powerline ? A.
  • Page 19 Easy Start sure its enable and working properly . Also , check your Ethernet cable , make sure you use the right type , it's plugged in correctly , and it's working properly . Q. I can't connect to internet and other computers on my power line network ? A.

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