Conrad Powerline Adapter PL85D User Manual

Conrad

Powerline Adapter PL85D

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 con tents
is subject to written authorization from the manufacturer. We reserve the right to make any alterations that arise as the
result of technical development.

Trademarks

®

Windows
HomePlug

and Microsoft® are registered trademarks of Microsoft, Corp.

®

is a registered trademark of HomePlug Power Alliance.

Subject to change without notice. No liability for technical errors or omissions.

June 2008

Contents

1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1.1 What does HomePlug stand for?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

1.1.1 Powerline Adapter PL85D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

1.2 Practical examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.2.1 Internet solution for single users with Internet connection via a modem

(network port) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

1.2.2 Internet solution for multi-users with Internet connection via a

modem router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2.1 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

2.2 System requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

2.3 Connection and display elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

2.4 Connecting the adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

3 Configuring the HomePlug network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

4 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4.1 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

4.2 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

4.3 Warranty conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

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4 Introduction

1 Introduction

This chapter gives an overview of the HomePlug technology and briefly intro­duces the adapter. Practical examples are listed at the end of the chapter.

1.1 What does HomePlug stand for?

HomePlug (“Inhouse Powerline”) is an intelligent, secure technology that lets
you set up a home network easily, quickly and economically via your electri
cal wiring, without the need for complex and expensive dedicated cabling.
The available performance and effort required for the installation also com
pares favourably to traditional methods—HomePlug technology now attains
speeds you would expect from other LAN technologies.

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The adapter provides a transmission rate of up to 85 Mbps via the electrical
wiring in the building. It also facilitates larger data transfer between the com
puters in your network via the electrical wiring.

Simple Installation

• Connect the adapter via the network cable to the computer or the respective
network device.

• Connect the adapter to the electrical wiring

• As an option: install the configuration software on your computer for indivi-

dual password allocation

• That's it!

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1.2 Practical examples

1.2.1 Internet solution for single users with Internet connection
via a modem (network port)

modem

1.2.2 Internet solution for multi-users with Internet connection
via a modem router

modem router

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2Installation

This chapter describes the connection and display elements of the adapter
and how to connect it.

2.1 Package contents

• Powerline Adapter PL85D

• Network cable

• Printed installation leaflet

• CD containing online documentation and configuration software

The manufacturer reserves the right to change the package contents without
prior notice.

2.2 System requirements

• Operating systems: Windows XP (32 bit), Windows Vista or any other

operating system with network support

• Network connection

Please note that your computer or other device must feature a network
adapter with an Ethernet port.

2.3 Connection and display elements

The adapter is fitted with 3 control lamps (LEDs) as well as a network con­nection.

LEDs HomePlug 85

Power
HP Act
HP Link

Connection HomePlug 85

ETH Network connection: This is the connection point on the adapt er for

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Lit steady when the adapter is operational.
Flashes when data is being sent and received via the electrical wiring.
Lit steady when a connection with the HomePlug network exists.

connecting it to a computer or another device with the network cable
(included).

Please note that all adapters which are connected to the electrical wiring,
switch to energy-saving mode after approx. 20 minutes, if no active network
device is connected to the Ethernet port. In energy-saving mode, the adapter
cannot be accessed via the electrical wiring.

2.4 Connecting the adapter

 Use the included network cable to connect the adapter to the network

port of your running computer.

 Plug the adapter into a free electrical outlet.

In order to connect multiple HomePlug devices into a self-contained, secure
network, now continue with the installation of the configuration. For more

information, refer to the chapter '

Configuring the HomePlug network'.

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8 Configuring the HomePlug network

3 Configuring the HomePlug network

To install the configuration software, insert the included CD-ROM in the CD
drive of your computer. If autoplay is installed on your computer, the installa
tion will start automatically. Otherwise, open the folder with the Windows
Explorer by right-clicking on Start and selecting Explorer from the context
menu. Double-click to start the installation wizard manually.

Upon successful installation, the configuration software can be found under

Start --> All programs --> HomePlug --> HomePlug Configuration Wiz
ard.

• Scan for local adapter

After launching the wizard, it initially scans for the local adapter connected
directly to your computer.

Please note: You must connect every HomePlug device that you intend to
integrate securely in your network directly to your computer for configuration.

• Assign a network password

In this step, select a network password that will apply to all adapters in your
home network. The password must be used by all devices.

The factory default password is "HomePlug". For security reasons, we re-

commend overwriting it and assigning a password of your own.

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• Add further adapters

Connect each adapter, which is to be added to your network, to your com­puter and assign it a password.

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4.1 Technical data

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Powerline Adapter PL85D

Standards Ethernet specification IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE

Protocols CSMA/CD
Transfer rate up to 85 Mbps
Transfer procedure Asynchronous
Modulation OFDM—84 carrier
Range up to 200 m via power supply
Security 56-bit encryption via power supply
LEDs Power

HomePlug connection Standard power plug
Computer interface RJ45
Power consumption 4.5 VA (max.)

Power supply Integrated power supply via power socket

Environment Humidity (non-condensing): 10-90%

System requirements Ethernet interface

Warranty 2 years

802.3u
Auto MDI/X
compatible to HomePlug standard 1.0

HomePlug Activity
HomePlug Link

3 VA (stand-by)

Rated voltage: 1 10 - 230 VAC
Rated current: 0.05 A
Rated frequency: 50 Hz

Storage: -25°C – 70°C
Operation: 0°C – 40°C

Windows XP (32 bit), Windows Vista or any other opera­ting system with network support

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4.2 Important safety instructions

All safety and operating instructions should be read and understood before
using the device, and should be kept for future reference.

• Never open the device. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the

device.

Do not try to service this product yourself! Contact qualified technicians each
and every time your device needs maintenance. There is a risk of electric
shock!

• Use the device in a dry location only.

• 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.

• Slots and openings on the case serve as ventilation. Never block or cover

them.

• Never set up the device near a heater or radiator.

• The device should be located only where sufficient ventilation according to

the instructions of the manufacturer can be ensured.

• Disconnect the device from the power supply grid before cleaning. Use a

moist towel to clean the device. Never use water, paint thinner, benzene,
alcohol or other strong cleaning agents when cleaning the device, as these
could damage the case.

• Never use the device with a power supply that does not meet the specifica-

tions provided on the rating plate. If you do not know what type of power
supply you have at home, contact your dealer or energy supplier.

• In the event of damage, disconnect the device from the power supply grid

and contact customer service. This applies, for example, if

• the power cable or plug is damaged.

• liquid has been spilled on the device or objects have fallen into the

device.

• the device has been exposed to rain or water.

• the device does not work, even though the operating instructions

have been followed properly.

• the device’s case is damaged.

• Class A products may cause interference when used in residential environ-

ments.

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4.3 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:

1 Warranty coverage

a) The warranty covers the equipment delivered and all its parts. Parts will, at the manufactu-

rer's sole discretion, be replaced or repaired free of charge if, despite proven proper hand­ling and adherence to the operating instructions, these parts became defective due to
fabrication and/or material defects. Alternatively, the manufacturer reserves the right to
replace the defective product with a comparable product with the same specifications and
features. Operating manuals and possibly supplied software are excluded from the war­ranty.

b) Material and service charges shall be covered by the manufacturer, but not shipping and

handling costs involved in transport from the buyer to the service station and/or to the

manufacturer.
c) Replaced parts become property of the manufacturer.
d) The manufacturer is authorized to carry out technical ch anges (e.g. firmware updat es) bey-

ond repair and replacement of defective parts in order to bring the equipment u p to th e cur-

rent technical state. This does not result in any additional charge for the customer. A legal

claim to this service does not exist.

2 Warranty period

The warranty period for this product is two years. This period begins at the day of delivery from
the manufacturer's dealer. Warranty serv ices carried out by the man ufacture r do no t result in an
extension of the warranty period nor do they initiate a new warranty perio d. The warra nty period
for installed replacement parts ends with the warranty period of the device as a whole.

3 Warranty procedure

a) If defects appear during the warranty period, the warranty claims must be made immedia-

tely, at the latest within a period of 7 days.
b) In the case of any externally visible damage arising from transport (e.g. damage to the hou -

sing), the person carrying out the transportation and the sender should be informed imme-

diately. On discovery of damage which is not externally visible, t he transport company and

the sender are to be immediately informed in writing, at the latest within 3 da ys of delivery .
c) Transport to and from the location where the warranty claim is accepted and/or the repaired

device is exchanged, is at the purchaser's own risk and cost.
d) Warranty claims are only valid if a copy of the original purchase receipt is re turned with t he

device. The manufacturer reserves the right to require the submission of the original

purchase receipt.

4 Suspension of the warranty

All warranty claims will be deemed invalid
a) if the label with the serial number has been removed from the device,

b) if the device is damaged or destroyed as a result of acts of nature or by environmental influ -

ences (moisture, electric shock, dust, etc.),
c) if the device was stored or operated under conditions not in compliance with the technical

specifications,
d) if the damage occurred due to incorrect handling, especially to non-observance of the sys -

tem description and the operating instructions,

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e) if the device was opened, repaired or modified by persons not contracted by the manufac-

turer,
f) if the device shows any kind of mechanical damage, or
g) if the warranty claim has not been reported in accordance with 3a) or 3b).

5 Operating mistakes

If it becomes apparent that the reported malfunction of the device has been caused by un suitable
hardware, software, installation or operation, the manufacturer reserves the right to charge the
purchaser for the resulting testing costs.

6 Additional regulations

a) The above conditions define the complete scope of the manufacturer's legal liability.
b) The warranty gives no entitlement to additional claims, such as any refund in full or in part.

Compensation claims, regardless of the legal basis, are excluded. This does not apply if

e.g. injury to persons or damage to private property are specifically covered by t he product

liability law, or in cases of intentional act or culpable negligence.
c) Claims for compensation of lost profits, indirect or consequential detriments, are excluded.
d) The manufacturer is not liable for lost data or retrieval of lost data in cases of slight and ordi-

nary negligence.
e) In the case that the intentional or culpable negligence of the manufacturer's employ ees has

caused a loss of data, the manufacturer will be liable for those costs typical to the recovery

of data where periodic security data back-ups have been made.
f) The warranty is valid only for the first purchaser and is not transferable.
g) The court of jurisdiction is located in Aachen, Germany in the case that the purchaser is a

merchant. If the purchaser does not have a court of jurisdiction in the Federal Republic of

Germany or if he moves his domicile out of Germany after conclusion of the contract, the

manufacturer's court of jurisdiction applies. This is also applicable if the purchaser's domi-

cile is not known at the time of institution of proceedings.
h) 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.

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