Zyxel PLA4225 User Manual

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Blazing-fast 500 Mbps* speed

for HD video streaming and gaming

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Plug-and-play connection to

up to four media devices at Gigabit wire speed

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Compliant with IEEE1901 and

compatible with HomePlug AV

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QoS enhances media

streaming quality

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Power-saving mode reduces

energy waste

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Encrypt button for easy

security setup

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Secure networking with

128-bit AES encryption

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Multi-color LED indicates

powerline network quality

Blazing Speed Lives Up Your Multimedia Streams

Benefits

Blazing-fast speed for multiple HD streams

500 Mbps Powerline 4-Port Gigabit Switch provides an all-in-one solution for users to enjoy

multiple HD streams, multiplayer gaming and Web surfing simultaneously. In combination with the

Powerline Ethernet Adapter, the PLA4225 makes it convenient and easy for you to connect up to

four media devices, such as Internet HDTVs, Blu-ray™ players, DVRs, and game consoles, to the

home network through any electrical outlets in every corner of your home.

Network

Storage

Game

Console

PLA4225

QoS enhances media streaming quality

The advanced Quality of Service (QoS) features improve the quality of multimedia streaming

applications such as triple-play services, HD video streaming, high-speed Internet access and VoIP.

High Priority

Voice

Video

Others

Low Priority

Blu-ray Player

Internet HDTV

PLA4225

500 Mbps Powerline

500 Mbps Powerline 4-Port Gigabit Switch

4-Port Gigabit Switch

Green product saves energy consumption

When there is no Ethernet connection, the PLA4225 will enter the power-saving mode to reduce

energy consumption by around 80% when compared to the powerline adapters without this

function.

Easy security setup

Data transmission through PLA4225 is protected by the 128-bit Advanced Encryption Security

(AES) security to provide a secure connection to the Internet. As data encryption can be easily

established by simply pressing a button on your PLA4225, there’s no complicated setup or

software required.

Specifications

PLA4225

500 Mbps Powerline

500 Mbps Powerline 4-Port Gigabit Switch

4-Port Gigabit Switch

System Specifications

Standard

• Compliant with IEEE 1901 with data transfer rate

of up to 500 Mbps*

• Compatible with HomePlug AV standard

Access Methods

• CSMA/CA channel-access schemes

Range

• Up to 300 meters over power line

Power Saving Mode

• If link is inactive for a period (default setting: 60

seconds)

Security

• 128-bit AES encryption

Quality of Service (QoS)

• ToS

• Support up to 4-level type QoS

• Support up to 8-level VLAN priority field

Frequency Band

• 2 MHz ~ 67.5 MHz

Dynamic Neighbor Network Support

IGMP

• IGMP snooping for multicast to multiple

unicast mapping

System Requirements

• Deployment Requirements :

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Devices with 10/100 or 10/100/1000 Mbps

Ethernet Port

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Operates System Independent

• Utility Software OS Support :

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Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7

Hardware Specifications

• Ethernet interface: Four 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45

connectors with auto MDI/MDIX support

• Power rating: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

• LED indicators:

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Power on/off

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Powerline link/quality

- Green: Best, Amber: Better, Red: Good

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Ethernet link/activity

• Buttons:

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Encrypt button

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Reset button

• Power consumption:

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Full operations: 5 Watt max.

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Power-saving mode: 1 Watt max.

• Plug type:

EU type US type UK type

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EU type: Two pins, 230 V

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US type: Two pins,120 V

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UK type: Three pins, 240 V

Physical Specifications

• Item dimensions (WxDxH):

76 x 72 x 108 mm (2.99” x 2.83” x 4.24”)

• Item weight: 160 g (0.36 lb.)

• Packing dimensions (WxDxH):

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Single pack:

134 x 94 x 178 mm (5.27” x 3.7” x 7.01”)

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Starter kit pack:

260 x 103 x 155 mm (10.22” x 4.05” x 6.09”)

• Packing weight:

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Single pack: 419 g (0.92 lb.)

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Starter kit pack: 662 g (1.45 lb.)

Environmental Specifications

Operating Environment

• Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

• Humidity: 20% to 90% (Non-condensing)

Storage Environment

• Temperature: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)

• Humidity: 20% to 95% (Non-condensing)

Certification

Safety

• CE-LVD

EMC

• CE, FCC

Package Contents

• Powerline Ethernet Switch

• Ethernet cable

• Quick start guide

• Support CD

• Warranty card

* The theoretical maximum channel data transfer rate is derived from

IEEE 1901 specifications. Actual data transfer rate will vary from

network environment including: distance, network traffic, noise on

electrical wires, quality of electrical installation and other adverse

conditions.

Application Diagram

IP Set-Top Box

Game Console

Blu-ray Player

PLA4205

Internet

xDSL/Cable Modem

NBG5715

Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless N Media Router

500 Mbps Powerline Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

For more product information, visit us on the web at www.ZyXEL.com

Copyright © 2011 ZyXEL Communications Corp. All rights reserved. ZyXEL, ZyXEL logo are registered trademarks of ZyXEL Communications Corp. All other brands, product names, or trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

PLA4225

500 Mbps Powerline 4-Port Gigabit Switch

HDTV

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Powerline Ethernet AV/HDMI Cable

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