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The undersigned hereby declares the above specified equipment conforms to the above directives and standards.
Signature: ................................
Printed name: ..........................
Peter Sobotka
Place/Date: ..................
Position/Title: ..............
2003
CEO
Corinex CableLAN Adapter
Model:
Manufacturer:
Corinex Communications Corp.
World Trade Center
404-999 Canada Place
Vancouver B.C.
Canada V6C 3E2
Directives which Conformity is Declared:
EMC: 89/336/EWG
LVD: 73/23/EEC
93/68/EEC
Standards which Conformity is Declared:
EN 55022
EN 55024
EN 61000-3-2/A14
EN 61000-3-3
EN 60950
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Signature:
................................
Printed name: ..........................
Peter Sobotka
Place/Date: ..................
Position/Title: ..............
2003
CEO
Corinex CableLAN Adapter
Model:
Manufacturer:
Corinex Communications Corp.
World Trade Center
404-999 Canada Place
Vancouver B.C.
Canada V6C 3E2
This device complies with Part 15 rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may no cause harmful interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
User Warning !
Any changes or modification to said product not expressly
approved by Corinex could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
CABLELAN - ETH
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This document, as well as the software described in it, is furnished under license and may be used or
copied only in accordance with the terms of the license. The content of this document is furnished
for informational use only, it is subject to change without notice, and it does not represent a
commitment on the part of Corinex Communications Corp.
Corinex Communications Corp. assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies
that may appear in this document.
It is our policy to enhance our products as new technologies, hardware components, software and
firmware become available; therefore, the information contained in this document is subject to
change without notice.
Some features, functions, and operations described in this document may not be included and sold
in certain countries due to government regulations or marketing policies.
The use of the product or its features described in this document may be restricted or regulated by
law in some countries. If you are unsure which restrictions or regulations apply, you should consult
your regional Corinex office or the authorized reseller.
Published by:
Corinex Communications Corp.
World Trade Center
404-999 Canada Place
Vancouver, B.C.
Canada V6C 3E2
Tel.: +1 604 692 0520
Fax: +1 604 694 0061
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Copyright (c) 2001-2003 by Corinex Communications Corp.
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Content
Copyright ................................................................................... 1
Content ..................................................................................... 2
1. Introduction ............................................................................ 3
1.1 Overview ...................................................................................... 3
1.2 About this Manual ..................................................................... 3
2 Installation Guide ..................................................................... 4
2.1 What this Package Contains ........................................................ 4
2.2 System Requirements ................................................................... 4
2.3 Physical Description ....................................................................... 5
2.4 Installing the CableLAN Adapter ................................................. 7
2.5 Installing the Setup Tool ............................................................. 10
2.6 Testing the Setup ..................................................................... 13
2.7 Running the Setup Tool .............................................................. 13
3 User Guide ..............
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3.1 Setup Tool User Guide ............................................................... 14
3.2 Corinex CableLAN Adapter ........................................................ 16
3.3 FAQ ........................................................................................... 18
3.4 CableLAN Adapter Specifications ................................................ 19
4 Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................... 21
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Introduction
1.1 Overview
The Corinex CableLAN Adapter is a network interface adapter, using the coaxial cable as a
medium for communications. After successful installation, the indoor CableLAN network
behaves like a traditional LAN for computers. The Corinex CableLAN Adapter supports up
to 14 Mbps network speed.
The product keeps network maintenance cost low and eliminates usage barriers while
there is no need for additional wiring. It is highly integrated and requires no other
external electronic components.
1.2 About this Manual
This Owner‘s Manual is intended to provide sufficient information to help you understand
how to successfully install Corinex CableLAN Adapters to meet your networking needs.
With the information in this manual, you should be able to:
• Analyze your network efficiency
• Plan the configuration of Corinex CableLAN Adapter options
• Install and configure your Corinex CableLAN Adapter according to your plan
• Verify and optimize your Corinex CableLAN Adapters’ performance
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Installation Guide
2.1 What this Package Contains
When you receive your Corinex CableLAN Adapter, check to be sure that your package
contains:
• Corinex CableLAN Adapter
• AC cord
• Ethernet cable
• Coax T-splitter
• Coax jumper cable
• This manual
• Installation CD
As we are constantly innovating our products, it can happen that we have newer versions
of software tools included on the installation CD. If you want to check (and download)
the latest versions of the software for your Corinex product, go to
www.corinex.com/download
We also advise you to visit our Corinex Authorized Powerline Partners Program web
page (cappp.corinex.com), as you can find there valuable information about complex
applications and installations, along with the partners in your area, who are providing
installation services.
2.2 System Requirements
• A Macintosh or IBM compatible PC
• One available 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port for connection
• CD-ROM drive
• Windows 98/ME/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS X or Linux operating system
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2.3 Physical Description
Front Panel
LED Definition
(LEDs from left to right)
CableLAN
LINK: Green On: Link
ACT: Yellow On: Link
Off: No Link
Blinking: receiving/transmitting data
Ethernet
LINK: Green On: Link
Blinking: receiving/transmitting data
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Rear Panel
Connectors Definition
(Connectors from left to right)
Power Inlet: The device is equipped with internal power supply
Ethernet LAN Port: For linking computers or other Ethernet devices,
e.g. hub/switch
F type CableLAN
Connector: For the coaxial cable connection
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2.4 Installing the CableLAN Adapter
To connect the Corinex CableLAN Adapter to your computer, follow the steps listed
below:
1. Plug the supplied AC cord into the Corinex CableLAN Adapter and after that,
into an AC outlet.
2. Plug the coax cable into the Corinex CableLAN Adapter.
3. Unplug the coaxial cable connecting the TV and the TV outlet. Plug the
T-splitter into the TV outlet.
4. Plug the TV coaxial cable into the T-splitter. Plug the CableLAN coaxial cable
into the T-splitter.
5. Plug the Ethernet cable into the Corinex CableLAN Adapter and the Ethernet
slot or card on your PC.
The Corinex CableLAN Adapter is equipped with an automatic switch enabling an
Ethernet slot or card on the PC to be connected to the Adapter via a standard cable or to
connect a cable modem or DSL modem via a "cross cable" to the Adapter.
If there is an existing Docsis (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specifications) system
already installed, special precautions, as described further have to be taken.
It is possible to cut off the Docsis functions and insert the CableLAN at the incoming
node. You can still use the Docsis Modem’s access capacity for Internet communications.
This requires the use of a passive diplexer filter. See the installation example in the
following pictures.
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You can find information about possible filter vendors on the Corinex Authorized
Powerline Partners Program web site (cappp.corinex.com).
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2.5 Installing the Setup Tool
1. Insert the installation CD. The CD should automatically start the installation
process. If the installation program does not start automatically, start the
application by selecting My Computer, usually found on the desktop or
Laptop start up screen. Navigate to the CD drive and double click on the drive.
The Installation CD menu will appear. Click on Install Setup Tool.
Note: By clicking on Read Documentation you can read the manuals and
additional documents included on the installation CD.
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2. The following welcome screen will be displayed. Click Next to continue.
3. The next screen will ask where the Setup Tool should be installed.
Click Next to continue.
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4. This screen will ask where Setup should place the program’s shortcuts.
Select the Start Menu Folder or simply click Next.
5. The following screen will appear to inform you that Setup is ready to begin
installing the Setup Tool on your computer. Click Install.
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After the installation is finished, the Setup Tool will start automatically. Refer to
chapter 3.1 for further instructions.
2.6 Testing the Setup
To verify that the connection is working correctly, use the standard Ping utility.
In Windows, click on menu Start -> Run, then write the command "ping IPADDRESS -t",
where IPADDRESS is the IP address of the computer to which the CableLAN adapter is
connected to, e.g. ping 192.168.4.1 -t . (This command will be stopped by pressing keys
CTRL+C).
• Ping the IP address of the computer to which the CableLAN adapter is
connected to. If this fails, there is a problem with the Ethernet network card.
• Repeat the same process with the other cable device on the network.
• If all nodes can ping themselves, try pinging another cable device on the
network. If this fails, there is a problem with connections on the cable. Try to
check the connection to the cable outlet or use a different cable outlet.
• If the setup does not work, refer to the troubleshooting guide, but first, try
unplugging the CableLAN device and reboot the computer as this sometimes
fixes the problem.
2.7 Running the Setup Tool
The setup so far allows transmission of data encrypted with a universal key. To set
your private and personal encryption keys for the network, run the Corinex Setup
Tool provided on the CD (refer to chapter 3.1 for details). This prevents anyone from
intercepting your transmitted data.
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3.1 Setup Tool User Guide
The Setup Tool allows the user to setup a private and secure CableLAN network. Follow
the steps on the screen of this guide and your secure network will be setup correctly.
1. Make sure that your Corinex CableLAN Adapter is connected to the computer
and start the Setup Tool from the Start menu by selecting the software folder
and select Corinex Setup Tool. The following screen will appear.
2. Detecting the device takes a few seconds. Click Next.
3. Now the following screen should be displayed. This is the screen where
your network password is selected. Choose a password between 4 and 24
characters, the password is case sensitive so remember exactly how it was
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typed as it will be needed for the next device being set up. Type your password
in the Network Encryption Key box and click Next. If you don’t want to use
encryption, uncheck the box Encrypt frames.
4. Click Next again to program the Corinex CableLAN Adapter with the new
encryption key. This will take a few seconds. The next screen will look similar
to the following screen. The white box will list the MAC addresses of all other
installed CableLAN devices on the network that are programmed with your
chosen network password. If no other devices have been programmed, the list
will be empty. If you use also other than Corinex HomePlug certified devices
in the network, these devices may be set at the default status. This default
setting makes sure that HomePlug devices find each other in a network and
connect and communicate automatically with each other. In order to generate
your private and secure network, all HomePlug certified devices in the network
must be set to the same network encryption key, either at the default key
"HomePlug" or your own selection.
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The adapter with the MAC address 00:50:C2:14:EB:C1 acts as local device in the
network and identifies the devices shown under Device Address in the window as
belonging to the network. The function and performance of the devices between the
local device / adapter 00:50:C2:14:EB:C1 and the devices identified in the network is
displayed in the window under Connection Quality.
5. All devices in your network must be programmed with the same network
encryption key. Run this utility on all computers with a CableLAN networking
device attached. If you have a CableLAN device that is not normally connected
to a computer, it must first be connected to a computer and set up with a
network encryption key.
3.2 Corinex CableLAN Adapter
The Corinex CableLAN Adapter introduces a new and innovative solution for high speed
communications, using the coax cable as a medium for communication. This unique
technology offers users a wide range of networking options by using digital CableLAN
technology enabling up to 14 Mbps of "traffic" between nodes within the network.
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• Enables users to connect individual PCs or other devices with Ethernet
communications links into a local area network through coaxial wires.
• Enables PC file and application sharing
• Enables peripheral and printer sharing through the CableLAN network
• Enables shared broadband Internet access
• Enables sharing the bandwidth for multimedia payloads including voice, data,
audio and video
• Enables gaming competition within the reach of the coaxial wires network
• Eliminates the requirement for special data cable wiring
• A real cost-effective and reliable solution for high speed communications in
any home or small office
You can combine this type of adapters with the Corinex full line of powerline products.
This manual has been prepared for Corinex CableLAN Adapters for use in combination
with PCs or laptop computers.
Example
The connection of two computers over the CableLAN by using two Corinex
CableLAN Adapters:
1. Install Corinex CableLAN Adapter on each one of the two computers (see
Installation Guide).
2. For connectivity enter the properties for this connection (see the user guide
of your operating system) and set up an IP address manually. For example:
192.168.4.1 mask: 255.255.255.0 and another PC set up 192.168.4.2
mask: 255.255.255.0
3. You can check the connection by a simple ping procedure addressing the IP
address of the second PC.
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3.3 FAQ
1. Is the Corinex CableLAN Adapter still working if there is an electricity blackout?
And will it resume the transmission automatically after the power comes back?
Corinex CableLAN Adapters are operational, when the connected computers are
rebooted and the power is back on.
2. Once the electricity is on after blackout, is the CableLAN Adapter put into
operation "automatically".
Yes, as soon as the computers are running again. If there is a problem, unplug the
adapter and plug it back into the connection slot.
3. Is there any cross talk or interference issue when using Corinex CableLAN
Adapters?
Within a PC we don’t see any interference with any other card and/or system. OFDM is a
technology, which reduces any influence coming from another device that is connected
to the coax cable network. The Corinex adapters have also been FCC and EC approved.
Please see also question Nr. 5.
4. In case the PCs are at different floors of the same building, can they use the
CableLAN device for data transmission ? And how does it work?
CableLAN devices use the coax cable as a medium for communication. If the coax cable
wires between the two outlets used for communications in this case are connected with
each other and the maximum distance is about 700m, it works fine.
5. Can we use a Corinex CableLAN Adapter in a DOCSIS cable modem network?
Yes, but you will need a special filter as explained in chapter 2.4.
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3.4 CableLAN Adapter Specifications
The following table lists the product specifications for the Corinex CableLAN Adapter.
Standard compliance
HomePlug v 1.0.1 compatible
Windows 98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS X and Linux
compatible for the Setup Tool
IEEE 802.3
UL and /or international standards approved
FCC and / or CE approved
Protocol Ethernet / HomePlug 1.0.1
Speed Up to 14 Mbps (CableLAN), 10 Mbps (Ethernet)
Cabling type Standard AC cable, Ethernet cable, Coax jumper cable
LED status lights Link and Activity on CableLAN, Link/Activity on Ethernet
Unit dimensions 106 mm L x 148 mm W x 47 mm H
Power cable 6`/1.8 m
Coax jumper cable with F/M and antenna / F type connectors
Weight 0.69 lbs/0.313 kg
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Interface
Standard Ethernet port RJ 45, 10 Mbps
F type CableLAN Connector
Impedance at CableLAN port 75 Ω
Frequency used 4-21 MHz
Modulation OFDM
Medium Access Half duplex, collision based
Power emitted into
CableLAN
57 dBmV (707 mV)
Maximal attenuation 40 dB
Power input 110/120 or 220/240 V AC, 0.5A
Power Consumption 3 W
Safety & EMI USA: UL/FCC part 15 / Europe: CB/CE
Operating temperature 32°F to 131°F (0° to 55°C)
Storage temperature -4°F to 158°F (-20° to 70°C)
Operating humidity 10% to 85% non-condensing
Storage humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing
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Computer networking can sometimes be "tricky" when many components must work
together for the ultimate network system to function properly. With the right tools the
problems are usually easy to fix. The following tools, available on your computer or the
Installation CD, will get you started.
• Setup Tool (from the Corinex CableLAN Installation CD)
• Ping (from the command prompt, see section 2.6)
• ipconfig (WinNT/2000/XP), winipcfg (Win9x/Me) (from the command
prompt)
If it just doesn’t work...
1. Check that the LEDs on the CableLAN side labelled LINK on all devices are on, if
not:
• Check the coaxial and power cables.
• Make sure the power outlet is working by plugging something else into it.
• Make sure the coaxial outlet is working and connected to other outlets used
for CableLAN. If this fails as well, try 2. – 5.
2. Check the Ethernet cables:
The Corinex CableLAN Adapter has a LED on the Ethernet side labeled LINK. If it is
not on:
• Check if the device at the other end of the Ethernet cable is switched on.
• Try a different Ethernet cable.
3. Check the connection between the Corinex CableLAN Adapter and the coax cable
network.
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4. Check that the devices exist on the network:
Start the Corinex Setup Tool, click Network Statistics and see if all devices on your
network are found. If all devices are listed, skip this section. If a device is missing:
• Make sure all computers have only one active network slot.
• Make sure the Corinex CableLAN Adapters are plugged straight into the cable
network through the coax jumper cable.
• Unplug all Corinex CableLAN Adapters and plug them back in again, one by
one. Run the Setup Tool again.
• The devices may be programmed with different passwords. Setup all devices
with a new password as described in the chapter 3.1.
5. Check that the Corinex CableLAN Adapters are detected by TCP/IP:
From the command prompt, run ping and type the computer name or IP address of
the computer you are working on [ping your computer name]. This should return
4 good packets. Now try to ping another computer on the network. If a timeout
occurs:
• Go into the TCP/IP properties and check that the buttons for automatically
obtaining IP addresses and gateway are checked. If not, make sure that both
computers are on the same subnet.
• Run ipconfig/all from the command prompt on all computers to verify that all
computers have valid IP addresses on the same subnet.
• The IP tables may be corrupted, reboot all computers and try again. If these
tests work, you have basic connectivity and can use all network services. If this
does not work, you may have a faulty device. Please contact your reseller or
local distributor.
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I cannot share my Internet access…
To share broadband Internet access, you need a router connected to your Cable/DSL
modem. This will provide a firewall with a single IP address that all computers will use
as a gateway. Connect a Corinex CableLAN Adapter to your Cable/DSL router.
I have got all that, it still doesn’t work...
• Make sure that your TCP/IP settings are set to automatically obtaining IP
address and gateway address.
• Switch off all computers and unplug the CableLAN devices, now plug your
CableLAN Adapter back into the router before switching on your computer.
This will ensure that the computer’s IP address will be obtained from the
router.
• Now open the web browser, if the "Not Found" page appears, try to check your
LAN settings in the Internet Options of your web browser.
It works but it is slow...
A slow connection is almost always due to poor cable connection.
• Make sure the device is connected straight into the cable outlet and not into
a splitter or extension cable.
• Try another cable outlet.
If you still have trouble, you may contact the Corinex "help desk" by sending an e-mail
to: support@corinex.com
- describing your problem
- reporting the devices types and manufacturing numbers of your network adapters
- giving us a phone number under which you may be reached, inclusive a convenient
time to call
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