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PLA5456
AV2000 HomePlug AV2 Powerline 2-Port Gigabit Pass-Thru
Ethernet Adapter
It connects your 4K television networking players with Zyxel’s powerful
PLA5456 HomePlug AV2 1800 Mbps* Powerline Ethernet adapter to stream 4K
video contents smoothly and reliably to anywhere with a power outlet, thanks
to its latest HomePlug AV2 technology that delivers data transfer speeds of
up to 1800 Mbps*. You can also connect an additional video game console
to the Zyxel PLA5456 Powerline Ethernet adapter to enjoy a lag-free online
gaming experience. Its convenient pass-through power outlet design allows
you to use the same power outlet without sacrificing it.
Benefits
Fast, reliable network connection right from
your power outlets
Just connect one Zyxel PLA5456 to your Internet sharing router or gateway,
and another to the devices that needs Internet connection. With the latest
HomePlug AV2 technology, it is easy to build a wired network with speeds of
up to 1800 Mbps* connecting the two Gigabit Ethernet ports.
1200
4K
1800
4K 4K
4K
600
Powerline
Speed
(Mbps*)
Higher data speed,
more concurrent applications
Transform your power outlets
into a fast 1800 Mbps* network
Stable network and great
coverage with MIMO
technology
Pass-through design returns
you a power outlet
Two Gigabit Ethernet ports for
connecting multiple devices
Install powerline easily with
Zyxel Easy Setup app guide
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4K video streaming and two Gigabit Ethernet ports for network-intensive applications
Empowered by the latest HomePlug AV2 and MIMO technologies, the Zyxel PLA5456 is offering the same networking
performance as connecting directly to the router. It dramatically improves coverage through one or even two floors for
Internet applications like radio, large-screen TV and Netflix 4K streaming simultaneously requested by two Gigabit
Ethernet connections.
Easy setup for fast, stable and secured Internet anywhere in your home
The Zyxel PLA5456 is very easy to connect and use even for those who are not Internet experts. Just plug and play, and
you will have an instant hardwired connection anywhere in your home without having to run physical wires. Significant
coverage improvement ensures fantastically stable connection across one or even two floors. Push the sync button on
both PLA5456 and you get an instant, 128-bit encrypted network going through your powerline. It works like magic!
Convenient pass-through design returns you a power outlet
The Zyxel PLA5456 offers a pass-through outlet which allows you to keep the existing powered devices connected.
The embedded noise filter eliminates static from the connected electronics to further improve network quality.
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Install powerline easily with Zyxel Easy Setup app guide
Get your Zyxel PLA5456 Powerline network up and running with Zyxel Easy Setup app, available on both iOS and Android.
Use your smartphone or tablet with the app to get a visual guide on connecting your Powerline adapters to your network
devices.
Application Diagram
HomePlug AV2 MIMO
Wired connected for multiple
smart TVs and make your
home network coverage up!
PLA5456
Game
ARMOR Z2
HD TV
PLA5456
Console
Smart TV
Smart TVPC
Front Panel Rear Panel
Pass-through outlet
PLA5456
PLA5456
Gigabit
Ethernet port
Encrypt/Reset
button
Power
Quality
Ethernet
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Specifications
System Specifications
Standard
• Compliant with HomePlug AV2
• IEEE 1901 and HomePlug AV standard
Powerline Data Rate
• Transmit: up to 1800 Mbps*
• Receive: up to 1800 Mbps*
Access Methods
• CSMA/CA channel-access schemes
HomePlug Modulation
• OFDM symbol modulation
• QAM 4096/1024/256/64/16
• QPSK, BPSK, ROBO carrier
modulation schemes
Range
• Max. range up to 300 meters over
power line
Security
• 128-bit AES encryption
Quality of Service (QoS)
• Supports up to 4-level type QoS
Frequency Band
• 2 MHz to 86 MHz
IGMP
• IGMP v1/v2/v3
System Requirements
• Operating system independent:
■
Ethernet: RJ-45
• Utility software OS support:
■
Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10
Hardware Specifications
• Ethernet interface: Two 10/100/1000
Mbps RJ-45 connectors with auto
MDI/MDIX support
• LED indicators:
■
Power on/off
■
Powerline network quality:
- Green: Best
- Amber: Better
- Red: Good
■
Ethernet link/activity
• Button:
■
Encrypt/Reset button
• Power rating: 100 to 240V AC,
50/60 Hz
• Power consumption:
■
Full operation: 6 watt max.
• Socket/Connector:
■
EU: Type F (CEE 7/4)/Type F
(CEE 7/4)
- Max power rating:
16A 250V~
- DE, NL, ES, PT, AT, SE, FI, NO,
GR, HU, LU
■
UK: Type G (BS 1363)/Type G
(BS 1363)
- Max power rating:
13A 250V~
- UK, CY, HK
■
US: Type B (NEMA 5-15)/
Type B (NEMA 5-15)
- Max power rating:
15A 120V~
■
CH: Type J CEE 7/16/Type J
CEE 7/16
- Max power rating:
10A 250V~
Physical Specifications
Single
• Item dimensions (WxDxH):
133.5 x 71.1 x 38.6 mm
(5.25" x 2.79" x 1.51")
• Item weight: 269 g (0.59 lb.)
• Packing dimensions (WxDxH):
231 x 185 x 95 mm
(9.09" x 7.28" x 3.74")
• Packing weight: 535 g (1.17 lb.)
Twin
• Item dimensions (WxDxH):
133.5 x 71.1 x 38.6 mm
(5.25" x 2.79" x 1.51")
• Item weight: 538 g (1.18 lb.)
• Packing dimensions (WxDxH):
231 x 185 x 95 mm
(9.09" x 7.28" x 3.74")
• Packing weight: 788 g (1.71 lb.)
Environmental Specifications
Operating Environment
• Temperature:
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
• Humidity:
10% to 90% (Non-condensing)
Storage Environment
• Temperature:
-30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F)
• Humidity:
10% to 95% (Non-condensing)
Certification
• Safety: CE-LVD, BSMI
• EMC: CE, FCC, ICES, BSMI
Package Contents
Single
• 1 powerline Ethernet adapter
• 1 Ethernet cable
• Quick start guide
(including warranty form)
Twin
• 2 powerline Ethernet adapters
• 2 Ethernet cables
• Quick start guide
(including warranty form)
* The theoretical maximum channel data
transfer rate is derived from HomePlug AV2
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.
For more product information, visit us on the web at www.zyxel.com
Copyright © 2017 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.
Datasheet PLA5456
5-100-00217006 05/17
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