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QUICK START GUIDE
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Home Network Adapter
GC-100-12/GC-100-18
The GC-100-12 and GC-100-18 Home Network Adapters connect diverse and previously unconnected
devices and appliances in a network-based home. Using many commonly needed controls and sensor
inputs in one box, the GC-100 provides an easy way for controlling real-world devices, reducing the time
and complexity of an installation by eliminating piggybacked components and multiple power supplies. By
simply sending commands over the network, your audio/visual equipment is turned to the proper volume
by infrared (IR), shades are lowered with relays, and your favorite DVD is selected through serial
communications; and all started with the push of a button. As a result of using open standards (for
example, TCP/IP), any networked device, such as your PC, can send and retrieve GC-100 data. With the
GC-100, a variety of devices can be connected to control and monitor the environment over a network or
even the Internet.
The GC-100 is designed to work with many of the popular home control software packages. These
packages contain software drivers needed for the proper operation of the GC-100, as well as, an easy-to-
use interface for configuring your automated living environment. It is required that such a package be
employed when using the GC-100 product family.

Getting started

is simple. All it requires is connecting power, configuring the unit, and attaching cables.
This guide provides a step-by-step method to get you up and running quickly and easily with a discussion
of each connector's pin out, web page configuration, and specification.

Power

is supplied by an AC wall adapter rated for 12V DC@500mA. Shortly after applying power all the
IR indicators will momentarily turn on then off signifying completion of the self-test. The GC-100 is ready
for operation after the power (PWR) indicator is on and not blinking which signifies a self-test fault.

LAN

connection is used for all communication over the network and for configuring the GC-100.
Accessing the GC-100 is initially achieved using its default IP address 192.168.1.70. The best method for
configuring the GC-100 is to communicate over an isolated network, directly to a networked PC utilizing a
cross-over LAN cable or an isolated hub with standard LAN cables. The PC must also be on the same
network with an address such as 192.168.1.102. The LINK indicator on the LAN connector will light when
the cabling is plugged in properly. After establishing a link, the GC-100's internal web pages are
accessible from a browser at address:
http:// 192.168.1.70/
A suitable static IP address can now be entered for your network environment, making sure the GC-100's
IP address is outside the network's DHCP partition, if DHCP is used. In addition the default gateway
address and subnet mask will need to be set before installing the GC-100. Once the GC-100 is on your
network, further configuration can be accomplished through the new IP address.
GC-100 Home Network Adapter 2398 Bentley Ridge Drive
Effective: May 12, 2003 San Jose, California 95138
PN: 030416-01 ver. 3 Phone: 408-270-1300
1 of 4 Fax: 408-270-1306
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