Gefen ETH-2-PLC, GTV-ETH-2-PLC User Manual

Ethernet Over PLC

User Manual

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GTV-ETH-2-PLC

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CONTENTS

1 Introduction
2 Operation Notes
3 Features
4 Sender Panel Layout
5 Sender Panel Descriptions
6 Receiver Panel Layout
7 Receiver Panel Descriptions
8 GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC Software Installation
11 Connecting The GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC
17 Automatic Security Setup Feature
19 Advanced Confi guration
24 Web Confi guration
27 Firmware Update Procedure
28 Specifi cations
29 Warranty

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The Gefen Ethernet Over PLC

Send RJ-45 Ethernet signals over power lines in the walls of your home with the
GefenTV Ethernet Over Power Line Bridge. The Bridge’s sender and receiver
units send Ethernet through the walls of a building at a distance of up to 1000
feet.

Ideal for tough installations where running CAT5/CAT6 cable is not possible,
these devices breathe new life into remote network extensions.

How It Works

Connect your Ethernet network cables to the GefenTV Ethernet Over Power Line
Bridge Sender unit, then plug the Bridge’s Sender into a nearby power outlet.
At the desired reception area in another room, plug the Bridge’s Receiver into
a power outlet. Power cycle your equipment and you will now receive network
signals at your remote destination as if you had cabled the run with Ethernet
cables.

1

INTRODUCTION

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING THE GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC

This device passes all 10/100BASE-T Ethernet network protocols (TCP/•
IP, NETBUEI, Microsoft Networking, etc.) at speeds of up to 200Mbps (Full
duplex fast Ethernet).

All devices connected to the sending and receiving nodes must be on the •
same power phase to communicate properly.

Multiple receiving nodes can be used on the same in-house power line •
system to extend the network to multiple locations.

Performance of • GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC can be affected by “noisy”
devices on the power lines. This can be alleviated by using a PLC fi lter
(Part# GTV-PLC-FUS for US and GTV-PLC-FEU for Europe). Offending
devices need to be connected to the PLC fi lter before being connected to the
wall outlet.

2

OPERATION NOTES

3

Features

Supports up to 200 Mbps data transmission rate•
Extension of up to 200 feet (60 meters)•
Web confi guration for easy maintenance•
Features include IGMP multicast, VLAN, and QOS packet management•
3DES 168 bits encryption used for secure operation•
Four RJ-45 Ethernet ports•

Package Includes

(1) GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC sender
(1) GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC receiver
(1) 3 foot Ethernet Patch Cable
(2) Power Adapter Cables

FEATURES

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Front Panel

Back Panel

Top Panel

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4

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6

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SENDER PANEL LAYOUT

5

SENDER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

Standby Button1.

Pressing this will put the sending unit in standby mode. The unit will not
transfer any information to the receiving unit in this mode. To release
standby mode, simply press the button again.

Ethernet Input Port2.

Connects to the Ethernet source (i.e a router, computer, or Internet
connection) via a standard network cable.

Security/Reset Button3.

Pressing this button for 2 seconds will activate the Automatic Security
Confi guration (please see page 17). Pressing this button for more than 10
seconds will perform a factory reset.

AC Power Cable Input4.

Input for the supplied AC power cable.

LAN LED5.

This LED will activate when a connection to a valid Ethernet source is
established. It will blink when activity is detected to signify that data is
actively being traffi cked to and from the receiver.

Link LED6.

This LED will activate once a link has been established between the sending
and receiving units. It will blink when activity is detected to signify that data is
actively being traffi cked.

Power LED7.

This LED will activate once the included power supply is properly connected.

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Front Panel

Back Panel

Top Panel

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4

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5
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RECEIVER PANEL LAYOUT

7

RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

Standby Button1.

Pressing this will put the receiving unit in standby mode. The unit will not
transfer any information to the sending unit in this mode. To release standby
mode, simply press the button again.

Ethernet Input Port ( 1 through 4)2.

Connects to an Ethernet device (i.e a computer or gaming system) via a
standard network cable. 4 ports are available for 4 separate devices.

Security/Reset Button3.

Pressing this button for 2 seconds will activate the Automatic Security
Confi guration (please see page 17). Pressing this button for more than 10
seconds will perform a factory reset.

AC Power Cable Input4.

Input for the supplied AC power cable.

LAN 1 LED5.

This LED will activate when a connection from a valid Ethernet device to
Ethernet port 1 is established. It will blink when activity is detected to signify
that data is actively being traffi cked to and from this port.

LAN 2 LED6.

This LED will activate when a connection from a valid Ethernet device to
Ethernet port 2 is established. It will blink when activity is detected to signify
that data is actively being traffi cked to and from this port.

LAN 3 LED7.

This LED will activate when a connection from a valid Ethernet device to
Ethernet port 3 is established. It will blink when activity is detected to signify
that data is actively being traffi cked to and from this port.

LAN 4 LED8.

This LED will activate when a connection from a valid Ethernet device to
Ethernet port 4 is established. It will blink when activity is detected to signify
that data is actively being traffi cked to and from this port.

Link LED9.

This LED will activate once a link has been established between the sending
and receiving units. It will blink when activity is detected to signify that data is
actively being traffi cked to and from the sender.

Power LED10.

This LED will activate once the included power supply is properly connected.