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- Page 1 Conrad Powerline Adapter PL500D N150...
- Page 2 While the information in this manual has been compiled with great care, it may not be deemed an assurance of product characteristics. The manufacturer shall be liable only to the degree specified in the terms of sale and delivery. The reproduction and distribution of the documentation and software supplied with this product and the use of its contents is subject to written authorization from the manufacturer.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
The PL500D N150 ....................6 1.3.1 WiFi Sync ....................6 1.3.2 Example applications ..................7 2 Quickstart ........................9 System requirements ....................9 Connecting the PL500D N150 .................9 3 Installation ........................ 12 Package contents ....................12 System requirements .....................12 Connection and display elements ................13 3.3.1 Wi-Fi button ....................13 3.3.2 PLC button ....................14... - Page 4 Encrypting the PLC network at the touch of a button ..........31 Encrypting the PLC network via the configuration software ........33 6 Appendix ........................34 Technical data .......................34 Bandwith optimisation ..................35 Important safety instructions .................35 Disposal of old devices ..................36 Warranty conditions ....................36 Powerline Adapter PL500D N150...
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Page 5: Introduction
MAC addresses of the network adapt- ers. 1.2.1 Wi-Fi or WLAN? Wi-Fi is an invented brand name of the Wi-Fi Alliance, a consortium that cer- tifies devices with wireless interfaces. In many countries, Wi-Fi is also used Powerline Adapter PL500D N150... -
Page 6: The Pl500D N150
• As a PLC device, the PL500D N150 has one LAN jack for directly connect- ing a network device to the power lines. -
Page 7: Example Applications
Internet access devices, by HomePlug. On the other hand, you include devices such as smartphones, laptops and tablets in your home network via Wi-Fi. Each additional PL500D N150 (e.g. one on every storey) makes it easy for you to enable full Internet access everywhere in the home via Wi-Fi and/ or HomePlug. - Page 8 8 Introduction WiFi Sync Thanks to WiFi Sync, an automatic synchronisation of the Wi-Fi settings takes place between all PL500D N150 adapters, freeing you of the hassle of configuring of each individual PL500D N150. Powerline Adapter PL500D N150...
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Page 9: Quickstart
PLC button lights green (after approx. 45 seconds), the adapter is ready to operate. If you only want to use the Wi-Fi function on the PL500D N150, plug the adapter into a power outlet, without any cables whatsoever. You can also connect the PL500D N150 to the network jack of a network device, such as a computer, with a commercially available network cable. - Page 10 PLC button lights green (after approx. 45 seconds), the adapter is ready to operate. If you only want to use the Wi-Fi function on the PL500D N150, plug the adapter into a power outlet, without any cables whatsoever. You can also connect the PL500D N150 to the network jack of a network device, such as a computer, with a commercially available network cable.
- Page 11 Quickstart 11 In order to connect the PL500D N150 via Wi-Fi with your laptop, tablet or smartphone, enter the previously noted WiFi key as the network security key. Begin carrying out the configuration of your network in order to secure your Wi-Fi network in a customised manner.
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Page 12: Installation
•PL500D duo •Netwerk cable •Hard copy of installation guide •CD containing software and online documentation • Network: •Two Powerline Adapter PL500D N150 •PL500D duo •Netwerk cable •Hard copy of installation guide •CD containing software and online documentation The manufacturer reserves the right to change the package contents without prior notice. -
Page 13: Connection And Display Elements
Before the networking procedure, take note of the WiFi key of the PL500D N150 from which all Wi-Fi configurations are to be transferred to all other PL500D N150 adapters. You will find the unique key on the label on the back of the housing. -
Page 14: Plc Button
Check whether the adapter is connected to the mains supply correctly and whether the encryption process has been carried out successfully. For more information, refer to 'Connecting the PL500D N150' and 'Configuring the PLC network'. •The LED lights green. The network connection is suitable for HD video streaming. -
Page 15: Reset
WiFi Sync is a function for synchronising the Wi-Fi settings of all PL500D N150 adapters connected to your home network. •Within 2 minutes first press the PLC button of the existing PL500D N150 (approx. 1 second) and finish by pressing the PLC button of the new PL500D N150 (approx. - Page 16 Use a network cable to connect the PL500D N150 to network port of your computer or other network device. If you only want to use the Wi-Fi function on the PL500D N150, plug the adapter into a power outlet, without any cables whatsoever. (see 'Example applications') Plug the PL500D N150 into a wall socket.
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Page 17: Installing The Software
You can find the installed software applications in the Start -> All Pro- grams -> HomePlug -> HomePlug Wireless Configuration. The HomePlug Wireless Configuration starts the integrated configura- tion interface of your PL500D N150. For more information on the configu- ration interface, please refer to Chapter 'Network configuration'. Powerline Adapter PL500D N150... -
Page 18: Network Configuration
18 Network configuration Network configuration The PL500D N150 has a built-in configuration interface that can be called up using a standard web browser. Most settings for operating the device can be modified here. Calling up the built-in configuration interface Call up the built-in online configuration interface under Start -> All Programs ->... -
Page 19: Plc Status
4.3.3 Ethernet status The status of the network connection is displayed in this area. Device configuration In the device configuration area, you can modify settings for device security, network, HomePlug (PLC), date and time and LED. Powerline Adapter PL500D N150... -
Page 20: Device Security
You can also assign a static IP address by making entries under IP address (e.g. '192.168.0.249') and Netmask (e.g. 255.255.255.0). If you happen to forget the IP address of your PL500D N150, proceed as described under 'Calling up the built-in configuration interface'. -
Page 21: Plc Settings
The option Retrieve date and time automatically is activated by default so that the PL500D N150 can automatically synchronise the date and time. Select your Time zone and the Time server. If you have enabled the option Adjust to daylight saving time automatically, the PL500D N150 automat- ically adjusts to daylight saving time. -
Page 22: Access Point
22 Network configuration If you would like, you can completely shut off the Wi-Fi part of your PL500D N150, e.g. if you want to operate it exclusively as a simple PLC device via the built-in Ethernet connections. There are three different meth- ods for switching the Wi-Fi function on and off: •... -
Page 23: Guest Account
For operation as an access point, a (transmission) channel must be specified. There are 13 channels available. We recommend keeping the default setting Auto, since in this setting the PL500D N150 selects the channel regularly and independently. In other words, if the last connected station logs out, a search for a suitable channel is carried out immediately. -
Page 24: Wlan Filters
63 characters. You can simply enter this using the keyboard, without having to convert it into hexadecimal format first. Under Mode, you can limit access to the PL500D N150 to the method you have selected. -
Page 25: Parental Controls
Keep in mind that you also have to enter the MAC address of your own com- puter if you are connected to the PL500D N150 not via the Ethernet port, but via WLAN. Otherwise you will block your own access to the device via WLAN by activating the WLAN filter!! 4.5.4... -
Page 26: Wlan Time Control
The daily time quota can be specified in hours and minutes. A time quota can only be used if it matches the time periods defined in the WLAN time control and if the PL500D N150 is enabled and there is an Inter- net connection. (see 'WLAN time control'). -
Page 27: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Wps)
Network configuration 27 PL500D N150 has to be enabled and an active Internet connection is also required (see 'Time server'). The time server is enabled by default. To be able to use the Wi-Fi time control, enable the option Enable time con- trol. -
Page 28: Wifi Sync
Start setup button. Open the configuration interface of the WLAN client to be added and transmit the PIN selected on the PL500D N150. Confirm the encryption process as described there. Now the devices exchange their encryption keys and establish a secure WLAN connection. -
Page 29: Management
Wi-Fi configuration with each other automatically. In the factory default settings of the PL500D N150, the Wi-Fi function is ena- bled and the Wi-Fi encryption WPA2 is configured. The default WiFi key is the WiFi key of the corresponding device. -
Page 30: Saving A Configuration File
4.6.3 Restoring a configuration An existing configuration file can be sent to the PL500D N150 in the area Management -> Restore device configuration and enabled there. Select a suitable file via the Browse… button and start the operation by clicking the Restore device configuration button. -
Page 31: Configuring The Plc Network
The following section contains exact instructions on the basis of possible net- work scenarios: Encrypting a new PLC network consisting of two PL500D N150 Once both adapters have been successfully connected, press each PLC but- ton for one second within two minutes of one another. That's it! Your HomePlug network is now protected against unauthorized access. - Page 32 PL500D N150 adapter, first press the PLC button of one of your network’s existing adapters (one second), then press the PLC button of your new PL500D N150 adapter (one second) within two minutes. That's it! The new PL500D N150 adapter is now integrated in your network.
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Page 33: Encrypting The Plc Network Via The Configuration Software
• Add further adapters To add a new adapter to your network, first connect it directly to your com- puter and launch the wizard again. Then assign the password that will apply to all adapters in your home network. Powerline Adapter PL500D N150... -
Page 34: Appendix
W/A: 4,4 Standb-By: W/A. 1,0 Rated voltage internal 196 - 250 V AC, 50 Hz Power supply Integrated 196 - 250 VAC 50 Hz Environment Humidity (non-condensing): 10-90% Storage: -25°C – 70°C Operation: 0°C – 40°C Powerline Adapter PL500D N150... -
Page 35: Bandwith Optimisation
• Always use the included network cable to connect the device. • Do not insert any objects into the openings of the device. • To disconnect the device from the power supply grid, pull the power plug. • Do not keep the device in direct sunlight. Powerline Adapter PL500D N150... -
Page 36: Disposal Of Old Devices
Warranty conditions The warranty is given to purchasers of the manufacturer's products in addition to the warranty conditions provided by law and in accordance with the following conditions: Powerline Adapter PL500D N150... - Page 37 3a) or 3b). Powerline Adapter PL500D N150...
- Page 38 The law of the Federal Republic of Germany is applicable. The UN commercial law does not apply to dealings between the manufacturer and the purchaser. Powerline Adapter PL500D N150...
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