Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D
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1. Simple Installation e Connect the adapter via the network cable to the computer or the respective network device e Connect the adapter to the electrical wiring e As an option for individual password allocation simply press the encryption button or install the configuration software on your computer e That s it Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D Introduction 5 1 2 Practical examples 1 2 1 Internet solution for single users with Internet connection via a modem network port 1 2 2 Internet solution for multi users with Internet connection via a modem router Q modem router Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D 6 Installation 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 Hb G Installation This chapter describes the connection and display elements of the adapter and how to connect it Package contents e Powerline Adapter PL200D e Network cable e Printed installation leaflet e CD containing online documentation and configuration software The manufacturer reserves the right to change the package contents without prior notice System requirements e Operating systems Windows XP 32 bit Windows Vista or any other operating system with network support e Network connection Please note that your computer or other device must feature a network adapter with an Ethernet port Connection and display elements The adapter is fitted with 3 control lamps LEDs as well as a network con nection and an encryption button L2. tion will start automatically Otherwise open the folder with the Windows Explorer by right clicking on Start and selecting Explorer from the context menu Double click to start the installation wizard manually Upon successful installation the configuration software can be found under Start gt All programs gt HomePlug gt HomePlug Configuration Wiz ard Scan for local adapter After launching the wizard it initially scans for the local adapter connected directly to your computer Please note You must connect every HomePlug device that you intend to integrate securely in your network directly to your computer for configuration Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D 10 Configuring the HomePlug network e Assign a network password In this step select a network password that will apply to all adapters in your home network The password must be used by all devices The factory default password is HomePlug For security reasons we re commend overwriting it and assigning a password of your own Add further adapters Connect each adapter which is to be added to your network to your com puter and assign ita password Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D Appendix 11 4 Appendix 4 1 Technical data Powerline Adapter PL200D Standards Ethernet specification IEEE 802 3 IEEE 802 3x IEEE 802 3u Auto MDI X HomeP lug AV Protocols CSMA CD Transfer rate up to 200 Mbps Transfer procedure Asynchronous Modulation OFDM 84 car
3. the manufac f ifthe device shows any kind of mechanical damage or g if the warranty claim has not been reported in accordance with 3a or 3b 5 Operating mistakes Ifit becomes apparent that the reported malfunction of the device has been caused by unsuitable hardware software installation or operation purchaser for the resulting testing costs 6 Additional regulations liability law or in cases of intentional ac c Claims for compensation of lost profits d The manufacturer is notliable for lost da nary negligence he manufacturer reserves the right to charge the a The above conditions define the complete scope of the manufacturer s legal liability b The warranty gives no entitlement to additional claims such as any refund in full or in part Compensation claims regardless of the legal basis are excluded This does not apply if e g injury to persons or damage to private property are specifically covered by the product or culpable negligence indirect or consequential detriments are excluded ta or retrieval of lost data in cases of slight and ordi e Inthe case thatthe intentional or culpab caused a loss of data the manufacturer e negligence of the manufacturer s employees has will be liable for those costs typical to the recovery of data where periodic security data back ups have been made f The warranty is valid only for the first purchaser and is not transferable g The court of juris
4. Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D While the information in this manual has been compiled with great care it may not be deemed an assurance of product characteristics The manufacturer shall be liable only to the degree specified in the terms of sale and delivery The reproduction and distribution of the documentation and software supplied with this product and the use of its contents iS Subject to written authorization from the manufacturer We reserve the right to make any alterations that arise as the result of technical development Trademarks Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp HomePlug is a registered trademark of HomePlug Power Alliance Subject to change without notice No liability for technical errors or omissions May 2009 Contents 1 Introduction ii ni ee i EA eek Sa eae ee ee eee eee eee 4 1 1 What does HomePlug stand for ccc cece cece eee erent eee nes 4 1 1 1 Powerline Adapter PL200D ccc ccc a 4 1 2 Practical examples eres stories ok vanes en dind ain a EEE node tens 5 1 2 1 Internet solution for single users with Internet connection via a modem NETWOFK PO itaient wh mare eaaa diaa ia ie dea a 5 1 2 2 Internet solution for multi users with Internet connection via a modem VOUER na are N ER atone ia Medi A AE A E AE AAA 5 Installations ie anaana a reada aaa oe ate eee eed a AEEA a 6 21 PACKAGE CONPENIS ana a a a a a a ai 6 22 System requirements Siiani an iea aR a
5. Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D 3 2 Configuring the HomePlug network 9 Expanding an existing Powerline Adapter PL200D network with a new Powerline Adapter PL200D If you have already secured your existing Powerline Adapter PL200D net work using the encryption button use the same method to integrate other adapters Once you have successfully connected the new Powerline Adapter PL200D first press the encryption button of one of your network s existing adapters lt 1 second then press the encryption button of your new P ower line Adapter PL200D lt 1 second within two minutes That s it The new Powerline Adapter PL200D is now integrated in your network To integrate additional adapters in your network repeat the above steps Excluding a Powerline Adapter PL200D from your network To exclude a Powerline Adapter PL200D from an existing network press its encryption button for at least ten seconds The device will be assigned a new randomly generated password and will thus no longer be able to access the network To integrate the adapter in a different Powerline Adapter PL200D network follow the steps described above depending on whether you are setting up a new network or adding the adapter to an existing one Encrypting the HomePlug network via the configu ration software To install the configuration software insert the included CD ROM in the CD drive of your computer If autoplay is installed on your computer the installa
6. EDs Powerline Adapter PL200D green Lit steady when the Powerline Adapter PL200D is ready for operation flashes when the Powerline Adapter PL200D is in standby mode Power green The network connection is suitable for HD video streaming HomeP lu flashes when data is being transmitted Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D 2 4 at Installation 7 LEDs Powerline Adapter PL200D orange The network connection is suitable for SD video streaming and online gaming flashes when data is being transmitted red The network connection is suitable for simple data transfer and Internet access flashes when data is being transmitted Ethernet A 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps connection to the Ethernet network exists flashes when data is being transmitted e Ethernet connection This is the connection point on the addapter for connecting it to a computer or another network device with the network cable included e Encryption button Data encryption at the touch of a button For more information on the func tions of the encryption button please see the chapter Configuring the HomeP lug network Please note that all adapters which are connected to the electrical wiring switch to energy saving mode after approx 20 minutes if no active network device is connected to the Ethernet port In energy saving mode the adapter cannot be accessed via the electrical wiring Connecting the adapter Use the included n
7. device near a heater or radiator e The device should be located only where sufficient ventilation can be ensu red e Disconnect the device from the power supply grid before cleaning Use a moist towel to clean the device Never use water paint thinner benzene alcohol or other strong cleaning agents when cleaning the device as these could damage the case e Never use the device with a power supply that does not meet the specifica tions provided on the rating plate If you do not know what type of power Supply you have at home contact your dealer or energy supplier e In the event of damage disconnect the device from the power supply grid and contact customer service This applies for example if e the power cable or plug is damaged e liquid has been spilled on the device or objects have fallen into the device e the device has been exposed to rain or water e the device does not work even though the operating instructions have been followed properly e the device s case is damaged Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D 4 3 Appendix 13 Warranty conditions The warranty is given to purchasers of the manufacturer s products in addition to the warranty conditions provided by law and in accordance with the following conditions 1 a b c d 2 Warranty coverage The warranty covers the equipment delivered and all its parts P arts will atthe manufactu rer s sole discretion be replaced or repaired free of charge
8. diction is located in Aachen Germany in the case that the purchaser is a merchant If the purchaser does not have a court of jurisdiction in the Federal Republic of Germany or if he moves his domicile out of Germany after conclusion of the contract the manufacturer s court of jurisdiction appli es This is also applicable if the purchaser s domi cile is not known at the time of institution of proceedings h The law of the Federal Republic of Ger not apply to dealings between the manu Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D many is applicable The UN commercial law does facturer and the purchaser
9. etwork cable to connect the adapter to the network port of your running computer Plug the adapter into a free electrical outlet In order to connect multiple HomePlug devices into a self contained secure network now continue with the installation of the configuration For more information refer to the chapter Configuring the HomePlug network Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D 8 Configuring the HomePlug network 3 3 1 Configuring the HomePlug network To set up custom encryption for your network either using the encryption button or the configuration software Encrypting the HomePlug network at the touch of a button To encrypt a Homeplug network simply press the encryption button that is located on the device Pressing this button will encrypt your network with a randomly generated password Adapters cannot be configured while in Standby mode The following section contains exact instructions on the basis of possible net work scenarios Encrypting a new Powerline Adapter PL200D network consisting of two adapters Ifthe adapters are still in their factory default states press the encryption but tons on both adapters for at least ten seconds until the Power LED goes out and starts to flash Once both adapters have been successfully connected press each encryp tion button for lt 1 second within two minutes of one another That s it Your HomePlug network is now protected against unauthorized access
10. ia EA Ale evan AA 6 2 3 Connection and display elements 00cc 6 2 4 Connecting the adapter ccc eaaa 7 Configuring the HomePlug network cc cece eee e eee eens 8 3 1 Encrypting the HomePlug network at the touch of a button eee eee 8 3 2 Encrypting the HomeP lug network via the configuration software 9 AppendiX p50 tatawnt eaa a A A AA r EA A A a eas 11 4T Technical datae aaa E REO E E E AAT 11 4 2 Important safety instructions sssaaa aeea 12 4 3 Warranty conditions aa 13 Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D 4 Introduction 1 1 Introduction This chapter gives an overview of the HomePlug technology and briefly intro duces the adapter Practical examples are listed at the end of the chapter What does HomePlug stand for HomeP lug Inhouse Powerline is an intelligent secure technology that lets you set up a home network easily quickly and economically via your electri cal wiring without the need for complex and expensive dedicated cabling The available performance and effort required for the installation also com pares favourably to traditional methods HomeP lug technology now attains speeds you would expect from other LAN technologies Powerline Adapter PL200D The adapter provides a transmission rate of up to 200 Mbps via the electrical wiring in the building It also facilitates larger data transfer between the com puters in your network via the electrical wiring
11. if despite proven proper hand ling and adherence to the operating instructions these parts became defective due to fabrication and or material defects Alternatively the manufacturer reserves the right to replace the defective product with a comparable product with the same specifications and features Operating manuals and possibly supplied software are excluded from the war ranty Material and service charges shall be covered by the manufacturer but not shipping and handling costs involved in transport from the buyer to the service station and or to the manufacturer Replaced parts become property of the manufacturer The manufacturer is authorized to carry out technical changes e g firmware updates bey ond repair and replacement of defective parts in order to bring the equipment up to the cur rent technical state This does not result in any additional charge for the customer A legal claim to this service does not exist Warranty period The warranty period for this product is two years This period begins at the day of delivery from the manufacturer s dealer Warranty services carried out by the manufacturer do not result in an extension of the warranty period nor do they initiate a new warranty period The warranty period for installed replacement parts ends with the warranty period of the device as a whole 3 a b 4 Warranty procedure If defects appear during the warranty period the warranty claims must be made im
12. media tely at the latest within a period of 7 days In the case of any externally visible damage arising from transport e g damage to the hou sing the person carrying out the transportation and the sender should be informed imme diately On discovery of damage which is not externally visible the transport company and the sender are to be immediately informed in writing at the latest within 3 days of delivery Transport to and from the location where the warranty claim is accepted and or the repaired device is exchanged is at the purchaser s own risk and cost Warranty claims are only valid if a copy of the original purchase receipt is returned with the device The manufacturer reserves the right to require the submission of the original purchase receipt Suspension of the warranty All warranty claims will be deemed invalid a b c d if the label with the serial number has been removed from the device if the device is damaged or destroyed as a result of acts of nature or by environmental influ ences moisture electric shock dust etc if the device was stored or operated under conditions not in compliance with the technical specifications if the damage occurred due to incorrect handling especially to non observance of the sys tem description and the operating instructions Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D 14 Appendix e if the device was opened repaired or m turer odified by persons not contracted by
13. rier Range up to 200 m via power supply Security 128 bit AES encryption via power supply LEDs Power HomeP lug Ethernet HomePlug connection Standard power plug Computer interface RJ 45 Power consumption 5 VA max 3 3 VA stand by Power supply Integrated power supply via power socket Rated voltage 110 230 VAC Rated current 0 05 A Rated frequency 50 Hz Environment Humidity non condensing 10 90 Storage 25 C 70 C Operation 0 C 40 C System requirements Ethernet interface Windows XP 32 bit Windows Vista or any other opera ting system with network support Warranty 2 years Conrad Powerline Adapter PL200D 12 Appendix 4 2 Important safety instructions All safety and operating instructions should be read and understood before using the device and should be kept for future reference e Never open the device There are no user serviceable parts inside the device Do not try to service this product yourself Contact qualified technicians each and every time your device needs maintenance There is a risk of electric shock e Use the device in a dry location only e Always use the included network cable to connect the device e Do not insert any objects into the openings of the device e To disconnect the device from the power supply grid pull the power plug e Do not keep the device in direct sunlight e Slots and openings on the case serve as ventilation Never block or cover them e Never set up the
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