Aztech HL125G User Manual
500Mbps 4-Port HomePlugAV
Ethernet Adaptor
User Manual
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Contents
About the Product ................................................................................ 5
How Does It Work? .................................................................................................................... 5
Direct Connection ...................................................................................................................... 6
Package Contents ...................................................................................................................... 7
Device Design ............................................................................................................................ 7
Pairing the Device ..................................................................................................................... 9
How to Use Simple Connect.................................................................................................... 10
Resetting the Private Network Name ................................................................................ 10
Creating a Secured HomePlugAV Network ........................................................................ 11
Joining an Existing Secured HomePlugAV Network ........................................................... 16
Power Saving Mode ................................................................................................................ 20
Getting Started ................................................................................... 21
Plan Your Network .................................................................................................................. 22
Local Network .......................................................................................................................... 22
Setup the HomePlugAVs ......................................................................................................... 23
For Twin Pack ........................................................................................................................... 23
For Single Pack ........................................................................................................................ 23
About HomePlugAV Utility ................................................................ 25
Requirements .......................................................................................................................... 25
Installation ............................................................................................................................... 26
Opening HomePlugAV Utility .................................................................................................. 27
The User Interface ................................................................................................................... 27
Home ........................................................................................................................................ 28
Private Network Name ........................................................................................................... 29
Local Private Network Name .............................................................................................. 30
Remote Private Network Name ......................................................................................... 30
Simulate Simple Connect Button ........................................................................................ 31
Quality of Service .................................................................................................................... 32
Devices ..................................................................................................................................... 34
Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................................... 35
Appendix ............................................................................................ 37
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Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................................... 37
FCC Statement ......................................................................................................................... 41
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About the Product
HomePlugAV 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.
How Does It Work?
HomePlugAV utilizes the existing electrical wiring in the house as a path to create a
secured network of computers and Ethernet devices. With a maximum data rate of up to
500 Mbps, HomePlugAV can reliably handle high requirement applications like broadband
Internet, high definition video streaming, and Voice over IP.
HomePlugAV converts digital signals to a complex analog signal that traverses along the
electrical wires. When receiving the analog signal, HomePlugAV converts the analog
signal back to digital. To make the signal secured, a 128-bit AES encryption is applied.
A HomePlugAV device can only communicate with other HomePlugAV devices that use
the same Private Network Name. The Private Network Name can be changed manually
using the HomePlugAV Utility software on a computer with a Windows operating system.
When you use the software, you have to manually type the Private Network Name for
the device. Another way to change the Private Network Name is to use the Simple
Connect button. Simple Connect automatically creates an encrypted Private Network
Name. It can also be used to reset the Private Network Name or to add a device into an
existing HomePlugAV network.
Note:
Note: HomePlugAV devices are already configured to use a common Private Network Name.
Note:Note:
When a HomePlugAV communicates with another device, the Powerline Activity LED
color will give you an idea about the connection rate: Red means below 30 Mbps; Amber
means 30 to 80 Mbps; and Green means more than 80 Mbps.
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Direct Connection
For best performance, connect HomePlugAV directly to a wall outlet. Avoid connecting it
to a power strip where other electrical devices are connected. Other devices create
electrical noise that may affect the performance of HomePlugAV.
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Package Contents
The package contains the following items:
• 1 HomePlugAV for Single Pack or 2 HomePlugAVs for Twin Pack
• 1 Ethernet cable for Single Pack or 2 Ethernet cables for Twin Pack
• Resource CD that contains the HomePlugAV Utility installer and the User Manual.
• Easy Start Guide
Device Design
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Label
Label Status
LabelLabel
Status Description/ Function
StatusStatus
Description/ Function
Description/ FunctionDescription/ Function
Power
Power
PowerPower
A
Ethernet LED
Ethernet LED Off An Ethernet device is not connected.
Ethernet LEDEthernet LED
B
Powerline Activity
Powerline Activity
Powerline ActivityPowerline Activity
C
Blinking
slowly
Off No power.
On • After Simple Connect is pressed for two
On - Green Connected to a Gigabit (1000Mbps) device.
On - Amber Connected to a Fast Ethernet (10/100Mbps) device.
Off Device is not connected to a HomePlugAV network.
On • This LED remains on when the device is part of
When LED is blinking slowly in Green color HomePlugAV
is on a Power Saving status.
seconds, this LED will blink to confirm the
button press.
• When Simple Connect is pressed for 10
seconds, this LED will blink to confirm the
Private Network Name reset.
a HomePlugAV network.
• The LED color represents the connection rate
within the HomePlugAV network whether it is
good (red), better (amber), or best (green).
• The LED flashes to indicate network activity.
Power Jack
Power Jack Connecting the 4-Port HomePlugAV Power cable.
Power JackPower Jack
D
Simple C
Simple Connect Button
Simple CSimple C
E
Ethernet Ports
Ethernet Ports Ethernet Port 1- Highest priority
Ethernet PortsEthernet Ports
F
Reset Button
Reset Button Press for 3 seconds to reset to the factory default
Reset ButtonReset Button
G
onnect Button
onnect Buttononnect Button
Press to create or join a HomePlugAV network. It can
also be used to reset the Private Network Name to a
random key.
Ethernet Ports 2-3 – Medium priority
Ethernet Port 4 – Lowest priority
settings. When you reset to the factory default, all your
configuration changes will be removed.
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Pairing the Device
Your HomePlugAV devices by default are preconfigured to have a common Private
Network Name. Setting up your HomePlugAV network is as easy as 1,2 and 3.
1. Plug in your HomePlugAV devices side by side to easily observe the LED behavior.
Wait until the Power and PL-ACT LED turns ON to confirm that the connection has
been established.
2. In Location A plug in your HomePlugAV into the power outlet then connect it to
your Modem/Router’s Ethernet LAN port using an Ethernet cable.
3. In Location B connect the power cable of your 4-Port HomePlugAV then plug it
into the power socket. Connect your Ethernet devices with an Ethernet cable. Your
HomePlugAV is now ready to use.
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Simple Connect Button
Simple Connect ButtonSimple Connect Button
Simple Connect Button
How to Use Simple Connect
Simple Connect provides a more convenient way of creating your HomePlugAV network
without the need to open the HomePlugAV Utility software from a computer. The button
has three main functions which include:
• Resetting the Private Network Name
• Creating a Secured HomePlugAV Network
• Joining an existing Secured HomePlugAV Network
Resetting the Private Network Name
Simple Connect allows you to reset the HomePlugAV’s Private Network Name to a
random key. When a HomePlugAV is reset to a random key, it will not be able to
communicate with any other device.
Note:
Note: Resetting the Private Network Name is different from resetting the device to its factory default
Note:Note:
settings. If you intend to reset the device to its factory default settings, press RESET on the device.
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To reset the Private Network Name using Simple Connect:
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Step 1
Press Simple Connect button for 10
seconds or wait until ALL LED blinks. The
Powerline Activity LED will switch OFF
on both units.
Step 2
Do the same procedure on unit 2 to reset
its Private Network Name. Press the
Simple Connect button for 2 seconds on
both units to pair the devices.
Creating a Secured HomePlugAV Network
To create a HomePlugAV network, you need at least two HomePlugAV devices using
random Private Network Names. When you press Simple Connect for 10 seconds on both
devices, a common Private Network Name will be automatically generated to enable
them to communicate with each other.
Note:
Note: New HomePlugAV can already communicate with each other out of the box. However, if you intend
Note:Note:
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.
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To create a Secured HomePlugAV network using Simple Connect:
Step 1
Plug your HomePlugAVs side by side where you can easily observe the LED behavior.
Upon connection, the LEDs will blink simultaneously and then the Power LED lights on
steadily.
Press the Simple Connect button of the HomePlugAV X for ten seconds. All LED will blink
indicating that the Private Network Name has been randomize.
Press the Simple Connect button of the HomePlugAV Y for ten seconds. All LED will blink
indicating that the Private Network Name has been randomize.
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Step 2
Press Simple Connect for two seconds on HomePlugAV X. After you release the button,
the Power LED will blink. If the Power LED did not blink, press Simple Connect again
for two seconds.
Note:
Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more than 2 seconds.
Note:Note:
Step 3
Press Simple Connect for two seconds on HomePlugAV Y. 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 on HomePlugAV Y within two minutes after you press
Simple Connect on HomePlug X.
The LEDs on both devices will switch off and on twice to signify that they are paired with
another device.
Note:
Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more than 2 seconds
Note:Note:
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