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User Manual
PowerLine AV2 1000 HD Gigabit Passthrough Kit
DHP-P601AV
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Preface
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1.0 November 17, 2015
Trademarks
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States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
Copyright © 2015 by D-Link Corporation, Inc.
All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission
from D-Link Corporation, Inc.
Power Usage
This device is an Energy Related Product (ErP) with High Network Availability (HiNA), and automatically switches to a power-saving Network Standby
mode within 1 minute of no packets being transmitted. If it is not needed during certain periods of time, it can be unplugged to save energy.
Network Standby: 2.17 watts
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Overview .............................................................. 4
Package Contents ...............................................................4
System Requirements ........................................................4
Introduction .........................................................................5
Features ................................................................................5
Hardware Overview ...........................................................6
LEDs ........................................................................................... 6
Connection ............................................................................. 7
Hardware Installation .......................................................8
Push Button Security .........................................................9
PowerLine Installation Considerations ........................ 12
Important Safety Instructions ....................................... 13
Troubleshooting .............................................................. 14
Technical Specications .................................................. 15
Safety Precautions ...........................................................16
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Section 1 - Product Overview
DHP-P601AV
• D-Link DHP-P600AV PowerLine AV2 1000 HD Gigabit Passthrough Adapter x2
• Ethernet Cable x2
• Quick Install Guide
• CD-ROM
Product Overview
Package Contents
System Requirements
• Windows® 8, 7, Vista®, or XP® (with Service Pack 3)
• Ethernet network interface (10/100/1000 Mbps)
• PC with 1.5 GHz Processor
• 1 GB memory
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Introduction
The DHP-P600AV is a fast, 1000 Mbps1 PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Passthrough Adapter which allows you to connect your
home computers, networking devices, and gaming devices through the most pervasive medium in your house - the electric
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powerlines - and share Internet connections and printers, transfer les, play games, and more.
a noise lter to reduce interference, maximizing throughput and improving overall performance.
Its passthrough design includes
Features
• Provides Ethernet to PowerLine Connection
• Fast Data Transfer Rate of Up to 1000 Mbps
• One Gigabit Ethernet Port
• Plug & Play, Easy Installation
• Push Button Security
• Passthrough Design
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Hardware Overview
LEDs
Power LED
• Solid. The device is receiving electrical power.
• Blinking. The device is under power saving mode or
simple connect button was pressed.
• O. The device is not receiving electrical power.
Powerline LED
• Solid. The device is connected to a PowerLine network.
• Off. The device has not found any other compatible
PowerLine devices using the same encryption key.
The color indicates the PowerLine link rate:
• Green. The PowerLine link rate is excellent.
• Amber. The PowerLine link rate is good.
• Red. The PowerLine link rate is fair.
Ethernet LED
• Solid. The Ethernet port is linked.
• O. There is no Ethernet connection.
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Simple Connect Button
Press to secure your network. Refer to
“Push Button Security” on page 9 for
more information.
Gigabit Ethernet Port
Connect a CAT5 Ethernet cable to your
PC or Ethernet device.
Hardware Overview
Connection
Reset Button
Press and hold the button for 5 seconds
to reset to the factory default settings.
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Section 2 - Installation
Hardware Installation
Power
Plug the DHP-P600AV into an AC wall outlet or power strip.
Note: Power supply is conrmed when the Power LED on the DHP-P600AV is illuminated.
Connect the Ethernet Cable
Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable
connector located on the DHP-P600AV and attach the other
end of the Ethernet cable to the network or PC. Network
connectivity is conrmed when the Ethernet LED on the
DHP-P600AV are illuminated.
ROOM A ROOM B
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Push Button Security
Understanding PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Passthrough Adapter Security
The PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Passthrough Adapters on the same network must use an identical encryption
key. The default encryption key of each PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Passthrough Adapter is HomePlugAV. All
PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Passthrough Adapters with the default encryption key can communicate with each other.
It’s recommended to create a private encryption key for network security purpose. The private encryption key allows you to
protect your network from unauthorized access via the PowerLine network. To create a private encryption key instead of the
default encryption key, please follow the below steps:
1. All Adapters
Plug in all the adapters to be congured and make sure each device’s encryption key is set to HomePlugAV (default value).
If the encryption key is not set to the default value, press the reset button for 5 seconds to reset it to the default value.
2. First Adapter
Press Simple Connect Button of the rst adapter for no more than three seconds.
The Power LED will start blinking after you release the button. The adapter will create a private, randomly generated
encryption key that each PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Passthrough Adapter will use.
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3. Second Adapter
Within two minutes of pushing the Simple Connect Button on the rst adapter, press the Simple Connect Button on second
adapter in your PowerLine network for no more than three seconds. The Power LED will start blinking after you release the
button.
Note: Both Simple Connect Buttons must be pressed within two minutes.
After the above network security setup steps, your PowerLine network will be securely congured with the same network
encryption key. The adapters will memorize the security settings even if they are unplugged.
Note: To change the private encryption key, please reset the adapter back to its default value by pressing the reset button
for 10 seconds and then follow the security setup procedure above.
4. Adding More Adapters
If you would like to add more than two adapters, press the Simple Connect Button of the additional adapter for no more
than three seconds. The Power LED will start blinking after you release the button.
Then press the Simple Connect Button of any adapter in your existing PowerLine network for no more than three seconds.
The Power LED will start blinking after you release the button.
Note: Both Simple Connect Buttons must be pressed within two minutes.
After the above network security setup steps, your PowerLine network will be securely congured with the same network
encryption key.
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EXISTING PLC NETWORK
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Section 3 - Installation Considerations
PowerLine Installation Considerations
Plan the location of your PowerLine devices:
1. Connect PowerLine devices to electrical outlets that are not controlled by a wall
switch to avoid accidentally turning o power to the device.
2. Do not connect the PowerLine devices to an extension cord, surge protector, or
power strip as this might prevent it from working correctly, or reduce the network
performance.
3. Avoid using the PowerLine devices in an electrical outlet that is located near an
appliance that uses a lot of power, such as a washer or dryer, or a refrigerator. This
may prevent the adapter from working correctly, or negatively impact network performance.
4. Verify that your PowerLine devices are electrically rated to operate with the power available in your location.
5. To help prevent electrical shock, be sure to plug the power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets.
6. The PowerLine device is designed to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding
prong from the cable.
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Important Safety Instructions
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before using your device:
1. Do not open the device or attempt to repair or service the device.
2. Only use the included power adapter to power your device.
3. Ensure that the device is plugged into the wall in a vertical position, with the ports facing down.
4. Use the device in a dry location, and avoid placing it in humid environments.
5. Do not submerge the device in liquid or attempt to clean it with liquids or solvents. To clean the device, disconnect it
from the power outlet and use a damp towel.
6. Keep the device out of direct sunlight.
7. Do not cover or block the vents on the device.
8. Make sure that the device has adequate room for ventilation.
9. Avoid placing the device near a heater or radiator.
10. The device should be located only where sucient ventilation can be ensured.
11. The purpose of this product is to create a constant network connection for your devices. If you wish to power down
this product, please simply unplug it from the power outlet.
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Section 4 - Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
• I can’t congure any parameters of the PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Passthrough Adapter, an error is shown when I try to
congure it:
Please make sure you have not unplugged the PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Passthrough Adapter while conguring it.
• I changed the connection cable to another network adapter and now the setup utility does not work correctly:
Please restart the utility each time you disconnect the connection cable.
• I’m having a lot of problems conguring my network:
If you are having trouble conguring the network with two or more PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Passthrough Adapters,
please reset all of the network adapters and try conguring the adapters again.
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Appendix A - Technical Specications
Technical Specications
General
Functionality
Physical
PowerLine Interface • Power plug (country-dependent)
Ethernet Interface • Gigabit Ethernet LAN port • RJ-45 connector
Standards • IEEE 802.3
• IEEE 802.3u
Security • 128-bit AES data encryption
LEDs • Power
• Ethernet
PowerLine Modulation Scheme • OFDM symbol modulation
PowerLine Frequency Band • 2 MHz to 86 MHz
Data Rate • Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Mbps (autonegotiation) • PowerLine: Up to 1000 Mbps (PHY rate)
Dimensions • 113.49 x 58.48 x 37.80 mm (4.47 x 2.30 x 1.49 inches)
Weight • 195 grams
Power • Input: 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption • < 3.7 W
• IEEE 1901
• HomePlug AV2
• PowerLine
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Temperature • Operating: 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) • Storage: -20 to 65 °C (-4 to 149 °F)
Humidity • Operating: 10% to 90% non-condensing • Storage: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Certifications • CE • CE/LVD
1 Maximum throughput is based on theoretical transmission PHY rate. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of trac and network overhead, may lower actual data throughput rate. Interference from devices that emit electrical
noise, such as vacuum cleaners and hair dryers, may adversely aect the performance of this product. This product may interfere with devices such as lighting systems that have a dimmer switch or a touch-sensitive on/o feature, short wave radios, or other PowerLine devices that do not
follow the HomePlug AV standard.
2 Power outlets and electrical wiring must all be part of the same electrical system. Certain electrical conditions in your home, such as wiring condition and conguration, may aect the performance of this product. Additional D-Link PowerLine AV series products are required to add new
devices to the network. A minimum of two D-Link PowerLine AV series products are required to create a network. Connecting this product to a power strip with a surge protector may adversely aect the performance of this product. For best results, plug the adapter directly into a wall outlet.
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Appendix A - Technical Specications
Safety Precautions
This device is intended for connection to the AC power line. For installation instructions, please refer to the installation section
of this guide. The following precautions should be taken when using this product.
• Read all instructions before installing and operating this product.
• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
• Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
• Do not operate this product near water.
• Do not place this product near or over a radiator or heat register.
• Do not use an extension cord between the device and the AC power source.
• Only a qualied technician should service this product. Opening or removing covers may result in exposure to dangerous voltage
points or other risks.
• Do not plug the device into a power strip or surge protector because these devices may consist of lter and impair signal.
• Avoid plugging the device right next to noisy sources such as cell phone charger, Halogen light, noisy desktop computer, or vacuum
cleaner. These cases result in poor transmission speed.
• Unplug the device from the wall outlet and refer the product to qualied service personnel for the following conditions:
- If liquid has been spilled into the product.
- If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
- If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
- If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
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