Aztech HL280E User Manual

HomePlug Mediaxtream Ethernet Adapter

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Contents

About the Product ...........................................................................4

How Does It Work?.........................................................................................................................4

Direct Connection ...........................................................................................................................5

Package Contents ............................................................................6

Device Design ..................................................................................6

Pairing the Device..........................................................................................................................8

How to Use Simple Connect Button.............................................................................................9

Creating a HomePlug Mediaxtream Network ........................................................................9

Resetting the Private Network Name ...................................................................................14

Joining an Existing HomePlug Mediaxtream Network ........................................................15

Joining an Existing HomePlug Mediaxtream Network ........................................................18

Joining an Existing HomePlugAV Network............................................................................21

Determining Connection Rate.....................................................................................................24

Getting Started .............................................................................. 25

Plan Your Network.........................................................................26

Local Network...............................................................................................................................26

Gaming Network ..........................................................................................................................27

Media Network.............................................................................................................................27

HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility .....................................................28

Requirements ...............................................................................................................................28

Installation ....................................................................................................................................28

Opening HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility ..................................................................................29

The User Interface ........................................................................................................................29

Home.........................................................................................................................................30

Private Network Name............................................................................................................30

Firmware Upgrade ...................................................................................................................31

Appendix .......................................................................................33

Frequently Asked Questions ..........................................................33

European Regulations.................................................................... 35

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About the Product

HomePlug Mediaxtream Adapter 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, and other Ethernet devices regardless of operating system.

How Does It Work?

Aztech HomePlug Mediaxtream Ethernet Adapter 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 1 Gbps, HomePlug Mediaxtream can reliably handle high

requirement applications like broadband Internet, video streaming and Voice over IP.

HomePlug Mediaxtream converts digital signals to a complex analog signal that traverses

along the electrical wires. When receiving the analog signal, it converts the analog signal

back to digital. To make the signal secured, a 128-bit AES encryption is applied.

A HomePlug Mediaxtream device can only communicate with other HomePlug

Mediaxtream and HomePlug AV devices that use the same Private Network Name.

Simple Connect Button 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

HomePlug AV network.

Note:

Note: HomePlug Mediaxtream devices are already configured to use a common Private Network Name and

Note:Note:

are ready to use.

When a HomePlug Mediaxtream communicates with another device, the Powerline

Activity LED color will give you an idea about the connection rate. Green means the

connection rate is below 100Mbps or it is on HomePlug AV mode; and Blue means the

connection rate is more than 100 Mbps or it is on Mediaxtream mode.

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Direct Connection

For best performance, connect HomePlug Mediaxtream 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 its performance.

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Package Contents

The package contains the following items:

• 1 HomePlug Mediaxteream for Single Pack or 2 HomePlug Mediaxtream for Twin

Pack

1 Ethernet cable (Cat 5e) for Single Pack or 2 Ethernet cables (Cat5 e) for Twin

•

Pack

Resource CD

•

• Easy Start Guide

Device Design

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Label

Label Status

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Power

Power

PowerPower

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Status Description/ Function

StatusStatus

Description/ Function

Description/ FunctionDescription/ Function

Off No power. A

On • After Simple Connect Button is pressed for two

seconds, this LED will blink to confirm the
button press.

• When Simple Connect Button is pressed for 10

seconds, this LED will blink to confirm the
Private Network Name reset.

Powerline Activity

Powerline Activity

Powerline ActivityPowerline Activity

Off Device is not connected to a HomePlug or Mediaxtream

network.

On • This LED remains ON when the device is part of

a HomePlug or Mediaxtream network.

The LED color represents the connection rate

B

•

within the HomePlug Mediaxtream network
whether it is better (Green

Green) or it is on

GreenGreen

HomePlugAV mode, or best (Blue
Mediaxtream mode.

The LED flashes to indicate network activity.

•

Off An Ethernet device is not connected.

C Ethernet Activity

Ethernet Activity

Ethernet ActivityEthernet Activity

On • An Ethernet device is connected.

• The LED flashes to indicate Ethernet activity.

D Ethernet Port

Ethernet Port Accepts either cross or straight Ethernet cable.

Ethernet Port Ethernet Port

(Best to use Cat5 e Ethernet cable)

E Simple Connect Button

Simple Connect Button

Simple Connect ButtonSimple Connect Button

• Press Simple Connect Button for two (2)

seconds to start pairing.

• Press Simple Connect Button for ten (10)

seconds to release new Private Network Name.

• Press Simple Connect Button for fifteen (15)

seconds to initialize Standby Mode

• Press Simple Connect Button for five (5)

seconds to activate the device from Standby
mode.

Blue) or it is on

BlueBlue

F Reset to Factory Default

Reset to Factory Default Press for 3 seconds to reset to the factory default

Reset to Factory DefaultReset to Factory Default

settings. When you reset to the factory default, all your
configuration changes will be removed.

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Pairing the Device

Your HomePlug Mediaxtream devices by default are preconfigured to have a common

Private Network Name. Setting up your HomePlug Mediaxtream network is as easy as

1,2 and 3.

1. Plug in your HomePlug Mediaxtream 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 Room A plug in your 1st HomePlug Mediaxtream into the wall socket then

connect it to your Modem/Router’s Ethernet LAN port using an Ethernet cable.

3. In Room B plug in your 2nd HomePlug Mediaxtream into the wall socket then

connect it to your computer’s Ethernet Port. Your HomePlugAV is now ready to

use.

* Recommended position to plug in your device.

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How to Use Simple Connect Button

Simple Connect Button provides a more convenient way of creating your HomePlug

Mediaxtream Network. The button has three main functions which includes:

Creating a HomePlug Mediaxtream Network

•

• Resetting the Private Network Name

Joining an existing to an existing Mediaxtream or HomePlug Network

•

Simple
Connect
Button

Creating a HomePlug Mediaxtream Network

To create a HomePlug Mediaxtream Network, you need at least two HomePlug

Mediaxtream devices, which is using random Private Network Names. When you press

Simple Connect Button on both devices, a common Private Network Name will be

automatically generated to enable them to communicate with each other.

Note:

Note: New HomePlug Mediaxtream from a Twin Pack can already communicate with each other out of the

Note:Note:

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.

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To create a HomePlug Mediaxtream Network using Simple Connect:

Step 1

Plug your HomePlug Mediaxtream side by side

where you can easily observe the LED

behavior.

Upon connection, the Power LED lights ON

steadily.

Step 2

Press Simple Connect Button for two seconds

on HomePlug Mediaxtream X. After you

release the button, the Power LED will blink.

If the Power LED did not blink, press Simple

Connect Button again for two seconds.

Note:

Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more than 2

Note:Note:

seconds.

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Step 3

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Press Simple Connect Button for two seconds

on HomePlug Y. After you release the button,

the Power LED will start to blink. If the

Power LED did not blink, press Simple

Connect Button again for two seconds.

Make sure to press Simple Connect Button on

HomePlug Y within two minutes after you

press Simple Connect Button on HomePlug X.

The PL-ACT LEDs on both devices will turn ON

once the devices are paired.

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Note:

Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more than 2

Note:Note:

seconds

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OFF

OFFOFF

OFF

ON

ONON

ON

ON

ONON

ON

ON

ONON

ON

Step 4

To confirm if the connection was established,

check the LEDs. The Power and Powerline

Activity LEDs on both devices should be ON.

When the Powerline Activity LED on either

device is off, this means the pairing is NOT

successful. In this case, you need to redo the

entire process again.

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Step 5

Unplug the HomePlug Mediaxtream and then connect them to your Ethernet devices

using an Ethernet cables from the product package. After connecting the Ethernet cable,

plug the HomePlug Mediaxtream directly to a wall outlet.

An Ethernet-enabled device can be a router, computer, hub, gaming console, IP phone,

or network printer.

Note:

Note: HomePlug Mediaxtream work best when connected directly to a wall socket. Avoid plugging it to a

Note:Note:

power strip or power extension. Other electrical devices in the power strip produce electrical noise that

may affect the performance of the HomePlug Mediaxtream.

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Resetting the Private Network Name

Simple Connect Button allows you to reset the HomePlug Mediaxtream’s Private Network

Name to a random key. When a HomePlug Mediaxtream 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 button on the device.

To reset the Private Network Name using Simple Connect:

Step 1

Press Simple Connect Button for 10

seconds or wait until ALL LED blinks.

Step 2

To confirm the Private Network Name

resets, the Powerline Activity LED will

switch OFF.

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Joining an Existing HomePlug Mediaxtream 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.

To join an existing HomePlug AV network using Simple Connect:

Step 1

Plug HomePlug Z near a HomePlug

from an existing network. Make sure

you can easily observe the LED

behavior.

Upon connection, HomePlug Z’s LEDs

will blink simultaneously and then the

Power LED lights on steadily.

Step 2

Press Simple Connect Button for two

seconds from a HomePlug Mediaxtream

in an existing network. After you

release the button, the Power LED

will blink. If the Power LED did not

blink, press Simple Connect Button

again for two seconds.

Note:

Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more

Note:Note:

than 2 seconds.

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Step 3

Press Simple Connect Button for two

seconds on HomePlug Mediaxtream Z.

After you release the button, the Power

LED will blink. If the Power LED did

not blink, press Simple Connect Button

again for two seconds.

Make sure to press Simple Connect

Button on HomePlug Mediaxtream Z

within two minutes after you press

Simple Connect Button from the existing

network.

The Power LEDs on both devices will

continuously blink to signify that they are

searching for another device to pair with.

Note:

Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more than

Note:Note:

2 seconds.

Step 4

To confirm if the connection was

established, check the LEDs. The Power

BLINKS

BLINKS

LEDs and the Powerline Activity LEDs

on all devices are ON.

ON

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ON

If the Powerline Activity LED on

HomePlug Z is OFF, this means the

pairing was not successful. You need to

repeat the process again.

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ON

OFF

Step 5

Unplug HomePlug Mediaxtream Z and then connect it to your Ethernet device using the

Ethernet cables from the product package. After connecting the Ethernet cable, plug

HomePlug Z directly to a wall outlet. An Ethernet-enabled device can be a router,

computer, hub, gaming console, IP phone or network printer.

Note:

Note: HomePlug Mediaxtream work best when connected directly to a wall socket. Avoid plugging it to a

Note:Note:

power strip or power extension. The other electrical devices in the power strip create noise that may affect

the performance of the HomePlug.

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Joining an Existing HomePlug Mediaxtream 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.

To join an existing HomePlug AV network using Simple Connect:

Step 1

Plug HomePlug Z near a HomePlug

from an existing network. Make sure

you can easily observe the LED

behavior.

Upon connection, HomePlug Z’s LEDs

will blink simultaneously and then the

Power LED lights on steadily.

Step 2

Press Simple Connect Button for two

seconds from a HomePlug Mediaxtream

in an existing network. After you

release the button, the Power LED

will blink. If the Power LED did not

blink, press Simple Connect Button

again for two seconds.

Note:

Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more

Note:Note:

than 2 seconds.

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Step 3

Press Simple Connect Button for two

seconds on HomePlug Mediaxtream Z.

After you release the button, the Power

LED will blink. If the Power LED did

not blink, press Simple Connect Button

again for two seconds.

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Make sure to press Simple Connect

Button on HomePlug Mediaxtream Z

within two minutes after you press

Simple Connect Button from the existing

network.

The Power LEDs on both devices will

continuously blink to signify that they are

searching for another device to pair with.

Note:

Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more than

Note:Note:

2 seconds.

Step 4

To confirm if the connection was

established, check the LEDs. The Power

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BLINKS

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LEDs and the Powerline Activity LEDs

on all devices are ON.

ON

ON

ONON

ON

ON

ONON

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If the Powerline Activity LED on

HomePlug Z is OFF, this means the

pairing was not successful. You need to

repeat the process again.

ON

OFF

Step 5

Unplug HomePlug Mediaxtream Z and then connect it to your Ethernet device using the

Ethernet cables from the product package. After connecting the Ethernet cable, plug

HomePlug Z directly to a wall outlet. An Ethernet-enabled device can be a router,

computer, hub, gaming console, IP phone or network printer.

Note:

Note: HomePlug Mediaxtream work best when connected directly to a wall socket. Avoid plugging it to a

Note:Note:

power strip or power extension. The other electrical devices in the power strip create noise that may affect

the performance of the HomePlug.

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Joining an Existing HomePlugAV Network

To enable a new device to join an existing HomePlugAV network, Simple Connect Button

will copy the Private Network Name of the existing network to the HomePlug

Mediaxtream. If you pressed Simple Connect from multiple HomePlug AVs, only the

signal from the first two devices will be processed.

To join an existing HomePlug AV network using Simple Connect:

Step 1

Plug HomePlug Z near a HomePlug

from an existing network. Make sure

you can easily observe the LED

behavior.

Upon connection, HomePlug Z’s LEDs

will blink simultaneously and then the

Power LED lights on steadily.

Step 2

Press Simple Connect Button for two

seconds from a HomePlugAV in an

existing network. After you release the

button, the Power LED will blink. If

the Power LED did not blink, press

Simple Connect Button again for two

seconds.

Note:

Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more

Note:Note:

than 2 seconds.

BLINKS

BLINKS

BLINKSBLINKS

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Step 3

Press Simple Connect Button for two

seconds on HomePlug Mediaxtream Z.

After you release the button, the Power

LED will blink. If the Power LED did

not blink, press Simple Connect Button

again for two seconds.

Make sure to press Simple Connect

Button on HomePlug Mediaxtream Z

within two minutes after you press

Simple Connect Button from the existing

BLINKS

BLINKS

BLINKSBLINKS

BLINKS

BLINKS

BLINKSBLINKS

network.

The Power LEDs on both devices will

continuously blink to signify that they are

searching for another device to pair with.

Note:

Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more than

Note:Note:

2 seconds.

Step 4

To confirm if the connection was

established, check the LEDs. The Power

LEDs and the Powerline Activity LEDs

on all devices are ON.

ON

ON

ONON

ON

ON

ONON

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If the Powerline Activity LED on

HomePlug Z is OFF, this means the

pairing was not successful. You need to

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repeat the process again.

ON

ON

ONON

OFF

OFF

OFFOFF

Step 5

Unplug HomePlug Mediaxtream Z and then connect it to your Ethernet device using the

Ethernet cables from the product package. After connecting the Ethernet cable, plug

HomePlug Z directly to a wall outlet. An Ethernet-enabled device can be a router,

computer, hub, gaming console, IP phone or network printer.

Note:

Note: HomePlug Mediaxtream work best when connected directly to a wall socket. Avoid plugging it to a

Note:Note:

power strip or power extension. The other electrical devices in the power strip create noise that may affect

the performance of the HomePlug.

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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.

Green Blue

Connection rate is

100 Mbps and below

Connection rate is

up to 1 Gbps

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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.

1111

Use an Ethernet cable (Cat5 e) to

2222

connect HomePlug Mediaxtream to
your computer or Ethernet device.

3333

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Plan Your Network

Here are ideas on how you can plan your HomePlug Mediaxtream network.

Local Network

Share ultra fast Internet connection with any computer wherever it is in the house.

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Gaming Network

Connect your gaming console to the Internet and compete with other online players.

Media Network

Realize your high tech lifestyle by converging your IP devices into a single network.

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HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility

HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility is a software application that allows you to change the

current firmware of your device. Installation is straightforward and the user interface is

easy to use.

Note:

Note: To use HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility, you need a computer using a Windows operating system with

Note:Note:

the .NET Framework installed. If you do not have .NET installed, the HomePlug Mediaxtream installer will

install it for you.

Requirements

Your computer must meet the following requirements:

Windows XP (32 and 64 bit), or Vista (32 and 64 bit), Windows 7



300 MHz Processor



 128 Mb of RAM

Windows Installer 3.1 for Windows XP (32 and 64 bit)



.NET Framework



Network Interface Card



 CD-ROM

128 Mb of free hard disk space



Installation

To install HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility:

1. Insert the Resource CD that comes with HomePlug Mediaxtream package 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.

4. Follow the instructions on the installation wizard.

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Two applications will be installed in your computer - HomePlug Mediaxtream

Utility will be installed first followed by .NET Framework. The installer detects any

version of .NET Framework in your computer. If .NET Framework is not installed, a

dialog box opens to ask if you would like to install .NET Framework. Click Yes. The

.NET Framework will not be installed if the required version is already in your

computer.

Operating System

Operating System .NET Framework version to be installed

Operating SystemOperating System

XP and Vista 32-bit .NET Framework 2.0 32-bit

XP and Vista 64-bit .NET Framework 2.0 64-bit

.NET Framework version to be installed

.NET Framework version to be installed.NET Framework version to be installed

Opening HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility

Two ways to open HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility:

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Right-click the HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility desktop shortcut and then select



Open.

Click the Start button, click Programs, click HomePlug Mediaxtream then click



HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility.

The User Interface

The HomePlug AV Utility user interface is divided into tabs. These tabs include:

Home



Private Network Name



Firmware Upgrade

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Home

To start a task, you first need to select the network card connected to your HomePlug

Mediaxtream. 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

Mediaxtream connected to your computer appears. If there is no HomePlug Mediaxtream

connected to your computer, no MAC address will appear.

After selecting the network card, you may choose the tasks that you would like to

perform.

• Change the Private Network Name

• Update the Firmware

Home

Home

HomeHome

Private Network Name

Private Network Name provides the function to manually change the Private Network of

your local device. A Private Network Name is a string of 8 to 64 characters to enable

HomePlug Mediaxtream devices to communicate with each other.

If you intend to create multiple networks, you can assign different Private network

Names among your devices. You have to, however, make sure that at least two

HomePlug Mediaxtream have a similar Private Network Name.

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Private Network Name

Private Network Name

Private Network NamePrivate Network Name

To change the Local Private Netwo

To change the Local Private Network Name

To change the Local Private NetwoTo change the Local Private Netwo

rk Name

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1. Make sure that your HomePlug Mediaxtream is connected directly to the

computer where you are running the utility

2. Open your HomePlug Mediaxtream Ethernet Adapter Utility.

3. Click Private Network Name

4. Enter the new Private Network Name on the required field. This field is case

sensitive. It accepts 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters including punctuation marks

but no spaces.

5. Click Apply. When the process is complete, the message Settings Applied appears.

Firmware Upgrade

Use Firmware Upgrade to upgrade firmware of HomePlug Mediaxtream. After upgrading

the firmware, HomePlug Mediaxtream will still retain the same Private Network Name

and MAC address settings. You can download upgrade files from the product’s Web site.

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Firmware Upgrade

Firmware Upgrade

Firmware UpgradeFirmware Upgrade

To upgrade the firmware of a HomePlug AV:

1. Connect HomePlug Mediaxtream to the computer where you are using HomePlug

Mediaxtream Utility.

2. Open HomePlug Mediaxtream Utility.

3. Click Firmware Upgrade.

4. Click Upgrade to select the location of the firmware files. After you select the

location of the firmware files, the upgrade will immediately start.

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Appendix

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use HomePlug Mediaxtream with older HomePlug AV versions?

HomePlug Mediaxtream versions can communicate with HomePlug AV. HomePlug

Mediaxtream, however, is not backward compatible with HomePlug 1.0 releases.

Can HomePlug Mediaxtream be used alongside HomePlug AV devices within the
network?

HomePlug Mediaxtream and HomePlug AV standards can coexist and will be able to

communicate with each other.

Which operating system (OS) is compatible with HomePlug Mediaxtream?

HomePlug Mediaxtream is operating system independent. This device does not require

the installation of driver software to work.

How difficult is it to set up a network with HomePlug AV?

HomePlug Mediaxtream is a plug and play device just like the existing HomePlug AV

devices. 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.

Does HomePlug Mediaxtream have a security mechanism?

Yes. HomePlug Mediaxtream uses 128-bit AES encryption.

HomePlug Mediaxtream requires Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Card to work?

No, but it is best to use with a Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface card to utilize the

maximum speed of the device.

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Do I need an Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) for HomePlug AV?

No. HomePlug Mediaxtream can operate in an environment using 100-240V.

How much is the power consumption of HomePlug Mediaxtream on a 230-volt
power supply?

HomePlug Mediaxtream has a power consumption of 6.5 watts.

Can I use HomePlug Mediaxtream 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 Mediaxtream into a multiple socket switch or do I have to
plug it directly to the wall socket?

You can plug HomePlug Mediaxtream into a multiple socket switch. However, we

strongly advise to plug it directly to a wall socket to achieve optimal performance.

Do I need electrical grounding for the device?

HomePlug Mediaxtream does not require electrical grounding.

After a blackout, will HomePlug Mediaxtream switch on automatically?

Yes. If you experience connection issues, unplug the device and plug it back.

What is the Typical HomePlug Mediaxtreme Performance?

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European Regulations

The product has been designed, tested and manufactured according to the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC.

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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. Please contact your vendor for further information.

Do not use your device during a thunderstorm. There may be a risk of electric



shock brought about by lightning.

Do not expose your device to dust or corrosive liquids.



 Do not use this product near water sources.

Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports.



Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the device.

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