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- Page 1 PowerGrid-9141(s) Powerline Ethernet Adapter User Manual Version A1.0, October 24, 2012...
- Page 2 Preface This manual provides information related to the installation and operation of this device. The individual reading this manual is presumed to have a basic understanding of telecommunications terminology and concepts. If you find the product to be inoperable or malfunctioning, please contact technical support for immediate service by email at INT-support@comtrend.com For product update, new product release, manual revision, or software...
- Page 3 Copyright Copyright© 2012 Comtrend Corporation. All rights reserved. The information contained herein is the exclusive property of Comtrend Corporation. No part of this document may be...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ............................. 5 PACKAGE CONTENTS .......................... 6 LEDS AND BUTTONS ..........................7 HOW TO INSTALL THE POWERGRID 9141(S)................. 8 ADDING A NEW DEVICE........................10 HOW TO USE A POWER STRIP WITH THE PG9141(S)..............11 ... -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction The PG9141(s) Powerline Ethernet adapter you have just acquired is part of Comtrend’s Powerline family: • PG9141(s) – The Current Model • PG9041(s) – HomePlug AV 200M Powerline with pass through product • PG9042(s) – HomePlug AV 200M small size with changeable plug and socket This user manual will provide you with the basic knowledge to start using your new PG9141(s) in just minutes. -
Page 6: Package Contents
The perfect complement for a Wi-Fi connection Powerline adapters are the ideal way of creating a home network or complementing an existing Wi-Fi connection. By providing a secure high speed connection and great service quality, Powerlines allow you to watch Standard and High Definition (HD) movies as well as play online games without interruption or pixilation;... -
Page 7: Leds And Buttons
LEDs and Buttons PG9141(s) has been designed to be as user friendly as possible. There are just three LED lights and two buttons on the unit. They are described below. Color Red: Normal network traffic (ex. the connection speed is between 1 and 40 Megabits per second) STATUS Orange: Good network traffic (ex. -
Page 8: How To Install The Powergrid 9141(S)
How to install the PowerGrid 9141(s) If your PG9141(s) starter kit was supplied as a pair, please note that they are pre-configured and come ready to use; the Powerline adapters are paired in our factory so they will recognize each other, which makes setup this easy: 1. - Page 9 up 2 units manually with the same above connections to modem/router (like “Device A”) and end device (like “Device B”): 1. The STATUS LED on the additional PowerGrid 9141(s) should now GREEN or ORANGE. 2. If the Status LED is not GREEN , Press the both Config buttons of the two PowerGrid 9141(s) for 2-5 seconds (within 2 minutes of...
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Page 10: Adding A New Device
Soon after, you should see the Ethernet LED blinking; this indicates that there is data traffic going through the PG9141(s). You are now ready to start using your network. Adding a New Device Plug the additional PowerGrid 9141(s) into a socket, and then connect it to the network device (e.g. -
Page 11: How To Use A Power Strip With The Pg9141(S)
How to use a power strip with the PG9141(s) If you must plug your adapter into a power strip, we suggest you use a basic power strip as the more advanced ones have a filter that can interfere with the Powerline signal. SURGE PROTECTED POWER STRIPS: Avoid plugging PowerGrid units into power strips with surge protection as this will reduce network speed and may... -
Page 12: How To Understand The Status Led Colors
How to understand the STATUS LED colors The STATUS LED displays quality of the network and provides important information that will provide solutions to common questions, such as why a High Definition (HD) movie is not showing or shows with pixels. The STATUS LED indicator will vary its color depending on the estimated speed of the Powerline connection. -
Page 13: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions This Powerline adapter has been designed to be reliable and easy to use in creating or extending your existing home network. However, should you experience any problems, please refer to the list below to aid in troubleshooting. 1. - Page 14 3. Why is SDTV video not streaming? Check the STATUS indicator LED in the adapter connected to the STB. If the indicator is RED this means that the PLC link is not able to play an SDTV streaming. ...
- Page 15 plug the Adapter into the strip. Please make sure that the strip is not an anti-surge adapter strip. What if the house next door has Powerline Adapters as well? Each pair of Powerline Adapters has its own unique security key. This means that your connection is secure and cannot be confused with anyone else’s.
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Page 16: Appendix A Specifications
PowerGrid Series PG-9141(s) 200M HPAV Appendix A Specifications Interface RJ-45 X 1 for Ethernet connection AC power plug X 1 Ethernet Standard IEEE 802.3 10/100 BaseT auto-sense Auto rate and duplex negotiation MDI/MDX support Modulations OFDM, FEC;...