XL-HB192M
HPNA3 over Phoneline Ethernet Bridge
User’s
Guide
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INTRODUCTION
This HomePNA to Ethernet bridge connects any
Ethernet device to a high speed access device or to a
Home Networking LAN for Internet access. This
bridge brings you the newest Ethernet compatible
technology that uses the telephone wiring as the
network's physical wiring thereby eliminating the
need to install new wiring. It is designed to operate on
the telephone wire installed in homes.
This bridge allows you to connect PCs and Ethernet
enabled devices, such as DSL Modem, PC, HUB and
STB, to a Home Networking LAN by simply
plugging into the existing RJ-11 jacks.
Features
•
Plug & Play
•
Using existing phoneline to build a network
•
Shares Internet access and streaming video
•
1 port HPNA connection compliant with
HomePNA 3.1 standard
•
2 Standard 10/100 Fast Ethernet ports for
connecting to Ethernet or DSL/cable modem
•
MDI/MDIX Auto Crossover Support
•
QoS Priority Mapping Support
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QoS, TagVLAN, IGMP Snooping Support
•
Statistics and Status Information Support
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Parts Names and Functions
LED Indicators on the Rear Panel
Port
LED
Status
ON
Flashing
OFF
DC IN
PWR
Powered by
DC 5 ~ 12V
N/A
Not powered
LAN1
Link
Act
Link
Receive or
Transmit
Disconnect or
Link fail
LAN2
Link
Act
Link
Receive or
Transmit
Disconnect or
Link fail
HPNA
Link
Act
Quality
Link
Receive or
Transmit
Disconnect or
Link fail
Green:High
Orange:Medium
Red:Low
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Ports on the Rear Panel
Port Name
Type
Functions
A
DC IN
DC
Connects to the power adapter plug.
B
LAN1 / LAN2
(Ethernet)
RJ-45
Connects to Ethernet port on
FTTH/xDSL Modem, Switch/HUB,
PC and STB for Internet Access.
C
Phone
RJ-11
Connect to Phone
D
HPNA
RJ-11
Connect to other HPNA devices
Essential Hardwares
Items
Included
Description
Purpose
HomePNA
to Ethernet
Bridge
Main Unit
Telephone
wire
Connects from
HPNA Port to
phone jack on
the wall outlet.
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CAT5
Ethernet
cable
Connects from
LAN port to
Ethernet enabled
devices as PC
or STB
DC5~12V
Power
adapter
Connects from
Power port of
the main unit
into a wall outlet
Additional Items
(Not included)
Description
A well-installed WAN
environment (Cable
Modem or xDSL Modem)
H U B
A well-installed LAN
environment
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Hardware Connections
1. Select a convenient location for the bridge near
the PC or Ethernet device to which it will be
connected. The bridge should be kept away from
excessive heat.
2. Using one telephone wire to connect the HPNA
port to RJ-11 jack on the wall. Using another
telephone wire to connect the other Phone port
to a telephone set (or connect the Phone port to
“phone” port of splitter of ADSL modem).
3. Connect the LAN1/LAN2 port to your Ethernetequipped device.
4. Connect the power adapter to the DC IN port
into a wall outlet.
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The figure above shows how to connect a cable
modem to a home phoneline network. Follow the
same steps to connect any Ethernet device such as a
STB or PC, to a home phoneline network.
After properly connected the LAN port, HPNA
port and the DC IN port, LED will be as:
PWR ON
LAN Link/Act ON
HPNA Link/Act ON (Green or Orange)
For more information on LEDs, see section
"LED Indicators on the Rear Panel"
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The bridge has been designed to be a reliable and
easy to use connection device. Please refer to the list
below to aid in troubleshooting.
The Power (green PWR) LED is off.
Make sure the power adapter is properly plugged
into a live electrical outlet.
The LAN(Ethernet) LED is off.
Make sure the connection to LAN port is secure.
The Ethernet device to which you are connected
should be powered on and properly configured.
The HPNA Link/Act/Quality LED is off or red
Make sure the connection to HPNA port is secure.
HPNA device to which you are connected should
be powered on and properly configured.
Make sure the quality of phoneline connector and
cable is good.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Standards
IEEE 802.3 10BaseT Ethernet compliant
IEEE 802.3u 100BaseT Fast Ethernet compliant
HomePNA 3.1 specifications compliant
Data Rates
HPNA: 192Mbps (36 - 68MHz)
224Mbps (12 - 44MHz )
128Mbps (12 - 28MHz)
Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps
Power Consumption
5~12V DC IN, less than 3 watt
Certifications
CE, FCC Part 15
LEDs
Power
Ethernet Link/Activity
HPNA Link/Activity/Quality
Connectors
o Two RJ-11, one for connecting with HomePNA
device, and one for telephone bypass
o Two RJ-45 for 10/100 Ethernet
Cables
Home Networking: standard home phone wire
Fast Ethernet: CAT5 or better UTP
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