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  • Page 1 HomePlug AV 200Mbps Ethernet Adaptor with AC Pass-Through...

  • Page 2: Legal Notice

    User Manual Legal Notice 2007 © All rights reserved. Version 1.1 No part of this document may be reproduced, republished, or retransmitted in any form or by any means whatsoever, whether electronically or mechanically, including, but not limited to, by way of photocopying, recording, information recording, or through retrieval systems without the express written permission.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    User Manual Contents About the Product..............5 How Does It Work? ........................5 For Best Performance........................6 Package Contents....................... 7 Device Design......................8 How to Use Simple Connect....................10 Creating a HomePlug AV Network ..................10 Resetting the Private Network Name................14 Joining an Existing HomePlug AV Network................15 Determining Connection Rate....................18 Getting Started ...............19 Plan Your Network ....................
  • Page 4 User Manual Firmware Upgrade........................33 Appendix ................35 Frequently Asked Questions..................35 FCC Statement ......................39 Page 4 of 40...

  • Page 5: About The Product

    User Manual About the Product HomePlug AV is ready to use out of the box and does not require the installation of driver software to work. It can be connected to computers, routers, gaming consoles, hubs, IPTV set-top boxes, and other Ethernet devices regardless of operating system. The built- in push button allows you to have a secure HomePlugAV network without a need to connect your device to a computer for manual configuration.

  • Page 6: For Best Performance

    User Manual Note: HomePlug AV devices from the Twin Pack are already configured to use a common Private Network Name unique for that pair and are ready to use. The HomePlug AV from a Single Pack, on the other hand, uses a random Private Network Name.

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    User Manual If any power-draining devices are being used, such as hair dryers or vacuum cleaners, try plugging them into the built-in AC pass-through; it has an embedded low-pass filter to prevent electrical noise from interfering on your Powerline network. Package Contents The package contains the following items: •...

  • Page 8: Device Design

    User Manual Device Design Page 8 of 40...
  • Page 9 User Manual Label Status Description/ Function No power. • After Simple Connect is pressed for two seconds, this LED will blink to confirm the button Power press. • When Simple Connect is pressed for at least 10 seconds, this LED will blink to confirm the Private Network Name reset.

  • Page 10: How To Use Simple Connect

    User Manual How to Use Simple Connect Simple Connect provides a more convenient way of creating your HomePlug AV network without the need to open the HomePlug AV Utility software from a computer. The button has three main functions which includes: •...
  • Page 11 User Manual Note: New HomePlug AVs from a Twin Pack can already communicate with each other out of the box. However, if you intend to create a new Private Network Name using Simple Connect for both devices, you need to reset their Private Network Names to a random key before proceeding. To create a HomePlug AV network using Simple Connect: Step 1 Plug your HomePlug AVs side by side where...
  • Page 12 User Manual Step 3 Press Simple Connect for two seconds on HomePlug Y. After you release the button, the Power LED will blink. If the Power LED not blink, press Simple Connect again for two seconds. Make sure to press Simple Connect HomePlug Y within two minutes after you press Simple Connect on HomePlug X.
  • Page 13 User Manual When the Powerline Activity LED on either HomePlug X or HomePlug Y is off, this means the pairing is not successful. In this case, you need to redo the entire process again. Step 5 Unplug the HomePlug AVs and then connect them to your Ethernet devices using the Ethernet cables from the product package.

  • Page 14: Resetting The Private Network Name

    User Manual Resetting the Private Network Name Simple Connect allows you to reset the HomePlug AV’s Private Network Name to a random key. When a HomePlug AV is reset to a random key, it will not be able to communicate with any other device. Note: Resetting the Private Network Name is different from resetting the device to its factory default settings.

  • Page 15: Joining An Existing Homeplug Av Network

    User Manual Joining an Existing HomePlug AV Network To enable a new device to join an existing network, Simple Connect will copy the Private Network Name of the existing network to the new HomePlug AV. If you pressed Simple Connect from multiple HomePlug AVs, only the signal from the first two devices will be processed.
  • Page 16 User Manual Step 3 Press Simple Connect for two seconds on HomePlug Z. After you release the button, the Power LED will blink. If the Power LED did not blink, press Simple Connect again for two seconds. Make sure to press Simple Connect HomePlug Z within two minutes after you press Simple Connect from the existing...
  • Page 17 User Manual If the Powerline Activity LED HomePlug Z is off, this means the pairing was not successful. You need to repeat the process again. Step 5 Unplug HomePlug Z and then connect it to your Ethernet device using the Ethernet cables from the product package.

  • Page 18: Determining Connection Rate

    User Manual Determining Connection Rate Each LED color of the Powerline Activity represents a connection rating. The connection rating can only be calculated when the device is part of an existing network. The exact connection rate value can also be viewed using HomePlug AV Utility. Good (Red) Better (Amber) Best (Green)

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    User Manual Getting Started Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart below provides an outline of the steps you need to complete the installation. There are brief descriptions beside each step to help you along. Detailed instructions are provided in the subsequent pages. Plan your Network Setup the Use an Ethernet cable to connect...

  • Page 20: Plan Your Network

    User Manual Plan Your Network Here are ideas on how you can plan your HomePlug AV network. Local Network Share ultra fast Internet connection with any computer wherever it is in the house. Gaming Network Connect your gaming console to the Internet and compete with other online players. Page 20 of 40...

  • Page 21: Entertainment Network

    User Manual Entertainment Network Experience IP TV streaming into your home entertainment system. Media Network Realize your high tech lifestyle by converging your IP devices into a single network. Page 21 of 40...

  • Page 22: Setup The Homeplug Avs

    User Manual Setup the HomePlug AVs For Twin Pack HomePlug AVs from a Twin Pack are preconfigured to have a common Private Network Name unique for that pair. All you need to do is connect the HomePlug AVs to an Ethernet device and then plug it to a wall socket.

  • Page 23: About Homeplug Av Utility

    User Manual About HomePlug AV Utility HomePlug AV Utility is a software application that allows you to configure HomePlug AV. It is mainly used for changing the Private Network Name, detecting other HomePlug AV’s in the network, and measuring the throughput of devices. Installation is straightforward and the user interface is easy to use.

  • Page 24: Installation

    User Manual Installation To install HomePlug AV Utility: 1. Insert the Resource CD that comes with HomePlug AV into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the Start button, and then click Run. 3. In the Run dialog box, type D:\Setup.exe (where D: is your CD-ROM drive), and then click OK.

  • Page 25: Opening Homeplug Av Utility

    User Manual Opening HomePlug AV Utility Two ways to open HomePlug AV Utility: Right-click the HomePlug AV Utility desktop shortcut and then select Open. Click the Start button, click Programs, click HomePlug AV, click HomePlug AV Ethernet Adapter, and then click HomePlug AV Utility. The User Interface The HomePlug AV Utility user interface is divided into tabs.

  • Page 26: Home

    User Manual Home Home provides a list of all the possible tasks you can perform in the HomePlug AV Utility. To start a task, you first need to select the network card connected to your HomePlug AV. This is most helpful when you have more than one network card in your computer. When you select a network card, the MAC Address of the HomePlug AV connected to your computer appears.

  • Page 27: Private Network Name

    User Manual Private Network Name Private Network Name provides the function to manually change the Private Network Name of local and remote HomePlug AVs. A Private Network Name is a string of 8 to 64 characters enables HomePlug AV devices to communicate with each other. If you intend to create multiple networks, you can assign different Private Network Names among your devices.

  • Page 28: Local Private Network Name

    User Manual Local Private Network Name Local Private Network Name refers to the Private Network Name of the HomePlug AV that is directly connected to the computer where you use HomePlug AV Utility. To change the local Private Network Name: 1.

  • Page 29: Simulate Simple Connect Button

    User Manual 5. Type the Device ID of the remote device. The Device ID can be found on the label pasted on the device. 6. Click Apply. When the process is complete, the message Settings Applied appears. After changing the Private Network Name of the remote HomePlug AV, it will no longer be able to communicate with your local HomePlug AV, unless you use a similar Private Network Name for your local HomePlug AV.

  • Page 30: Quality Of Service

    User Manual To simulate a Simple Connect function: 1. Connect HomePlug AV to your computer. 2. Select a Simulate Simple Connect Button action: a. Simple Connect b. PNN Randomize c. AVLN Status 3. Click Simulate Button Push. Quality of Service Quality of Service gives you the capability to prioritize particular applications within your network.
  • Page 31 User Manual QoS Modes: Online Game/Internet Prioritizes data streaming Audio or Video Prioritizes data streaming multimedia streaming Voice over IP Prioritizes voice applications To enable QoS: 1. Open HomePlug AV Utility. 2. Click Quality of Service. 3. Check Enable QoS. 4.

  • Page 32: Devices

    User Manual Devices Devices displays information about remote HomePlug AV’s detected in the network. Only HomePlug AVs using the same Private Network Name as the local HomePlug AV will appear in the Remote Devices list. Devices Devices displays the following information: TEI Displays the Terminal Equipment Identifier.

  • Page 33: Firmware Upgrade

    User Manual Firmware Upgrade Use Firmware Upgrade to upgrade firmware of HomePlug AV. After upgrading the firmware, HomePlug AV will still retain the same Private Network Name and MAC address settings. Before you proceed with the upgrade, you need to have both the configuration file (PIB extension) and the firmware file (NVM extension).
  • Page 34 User Manual To reset to factory default: 1. Connect HomePlug AV to the computer where you are using HomePlug AV Utility. 2. Open HomePlug AV Utility. 3. Click Factory Default. Note: You can also perform a reset to the factory default when you press the RESET button on the device for 2 seconds.

  • Page 35: Appendix

    User Manual Appendix Frequently Asked Questions Can I use HomePlug AV with older HomePlug versions? All HomePlug AV versions can communicate with each other. HomePlug AV, however, is not backward compatible with HomePlug 1.0 releases. If you will use different versions of HomePlug AV in a single network, you need to use the HomePlug AV Utility software to create a Private Network Name for all devices.
  • Page 36 User Manual How difficult is it to set up a network with HomePlug AV? HomePlug AV is a plug and play device. Connect it to an Ethernet device, plug it to a wall socket, and it is ready to use. Even the most inexperienced user can set up the network with ease.
  • Page 37 User Manual Is HomePlug AV restricted to a specified region? No. HomePlug AV uses three kinds of pins for different regions. These are: • (UK) – 3 pins UK plug with switch mode AC power supply • (EUR) – 2 pins Euro plug with switch mode AC power supply •...
  • Page 38 User Manual Can I use HomePlug AV in an old house with old power supply lines (partly without separated ground wire)? Yes. However, performance may be affected because of the quality of the wires. Can I plug HomePlug AV into a multiple socket switch or do I have to plug it directly to the wall socket? You can plug HomePlug AV into a multiple socket switch.

  • Page 39: Fcc Statement

    User Manual FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 40: Safety Warnings

    User Manual Safety Warnings For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions. Do not open the device. Opening or removing the device cover can expose you to dangerous high voltage points or other risks. Only qualified service personnel can service the device.

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