Aztech HL113 EW User manual

Aztech HL113 EW
Aztech HomePlug AV 200 Mbps
With WiFi
V1.0

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Contents
About the Product .................................................................. 5
How Does It Work? ............................................................................................................... 5
Direct Connection ................................................................................................................ 6
Package Contents ................................................................................................... 7
Device Design .......................................................................................................... 8
Pairing the Device .............................................................................................................. 10
How to Use Simple Connect ............................................................................................ 10
Resetting the Private Network Name ....................................................................... 11
Creating a Secured HomePlug AV Network .......................................................... 12
Joining an Existing Secured HomePlug AV Network ............................................ 18
Power Saving Mode ........................................................................................................... 22
Getting Started ..................................................................... 24
Plan Your Network .................................................................................................. 25
Local Network ...................................................................................................................... 25
Gaming Network ................................................................................................................ 25
Entertainment Network ..................................................................................................... 26
Media Network .................................................................................................................... 27
Setup the HomePlug AVs ...................................................................................... 27
For Twin Pack ........................................................................................................................ 27
For Single Pack..................................................................................................................... 28
Using the Web User Interface .............................................. 29
Requirements ......................................................................................................... 29
How to access the Web UI? .................................................................................. 30
To Configure Wireless Settings .............................................................................. 31
To do Firmware Upgrade ...................................................................................... 32
1. Go to System Tab, Device Management, Upgrade Firmware. .......... 33
2. Click Browse, Select the Firmware File (fwupgrade file), then Click
Apply. 33
Device Restart ..................................................................................................................... 34
1. Go to System Tab. ................................................................................... 34

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2. Click Device Management .................................................................... 34
3. Click Restart. ............................................................................................. 34
Device Reset ........................................................................................................................ 35
1. Go to System Tab. ................................................................................... 35
2. Click Device Management .................................................................... 35
3. Click Restore Defaults .............................................................................. 35
To change Private Network Name ...................................................................... 35
Local Private Network Name ...................................................................................... 37
Remote Private Network Name ................................................................................. 37
Simulate Simple Connect Button ............................................................................... 38
Devices .................................................................................................................................. 39
Appendix ............................................................................... 40
FCC Statement ....................................................................................................... 40

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About the Product
HomePlug AV is ready to use out of the box and does not require the installation of driver
software to work. It can be connected to computers, routers, gaming consoles, hubs, IPTV
set-top boxes, and other Ethernet devices regardless of operating system.
How Does It Work?
HomePlug AV utilizes the existing electrical wiring in the house as a path to create a secured
network of computers and Ethernet devices. With a maximum data rate of up to 200 Mbps,
HomePlug AV can reliably handle high requirement applications such as broadband
Internet, high definition video streaming, and Voice over IP.
HomePlug AV converts digital signals to a complex analog signal that traverses along the
electrical wires. When receiving the analog signal, HomePlug AV converts the analog signal
back to digital. To make the signal secured, a 128-bit AES encryption is applied.
A HomePlug AV device can only communicate with other HomePlug AV devices that use
the same Private Network Name. The Private Network Name can be easily changed in two
ways; (1) is through the Homeplug AV Web User Interface. It can be changed manually using
the HomePlug AV Web User Interface on a computer with a Windows operating system.
When you use the Web Interface, you have to manually type the Private Network Name for
the device. (2) Is through the Simple Connect button. The Simple Connect button
automatically creates an encrypted Private Network Name. It can also be used to reset the
Private Network Name or to add a device into an existing HomePlug AV network.
Note: HomePlug AV devices are effective when used in pairs. The Twin packs are already
configured to use a common Private Network Name unique for that pair and are ready to
use without involving any complex configurations. The HomePlug AV from a Single Pack on
the other hand, uses a random Private Network Name. You still need to change its Private
Network Name to allow it to communicate with an existing HomePlug AV network.

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When a HomePlug AV communicates with another device, the Powerline Activity LED
color will indicate the status of the connection rate it provides: Red means below 30 Mbps;
Amber means 30 to 80 Mbps; and Green means more than 80 Mbps.
Direct Connection
For best performance, connect the HomePlug AV directly to a wall outlet. Avoid connecting
it to a power strip where other electrical devices are connected. Other devices create
electrical noise or interference that may affect the overall performance of HomePlug AV.

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Package Contents
The package contains the following items:
•1 HomePlug AV for Single Pack or 2 HomePlug AVs for Twin Pack
(Note: Homeplug AV is available in GBR, DEU and USA Plugs
•1 Ethernet cable for Single Pack or 2 Ethernet cables for Twin Pack
•Resource CD that contains the Easy Start Guide and the User Manual.
•Easy Start Guide

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Device Design

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Label Status Description Function
A WPS Button Wireless
LED
Off •No power.
On •When this button is pressed for 2 seconds it
will enable WPS function.
•When this button is pressed for more than 5
seconds it will reset the device.
•When the wireless LED is blinking it means it is
transmitting and receiving traffic.
B Power LED
Off •No power.
On •When Simple Connect is pressed for 10
seconds, this LED will turn OFF and turn ON to
confirm the Private Network Name reset.
•After Simple Connect is pressed for 2
seconds, this LED will blink to confirm the
button press.
C
Powerline Activity
Off Device is not connected to a HomePlug AV network.
On •When Simple Connect is pressed for 10
seconds, this LED will turn OFF to confirm the
Private Network Name reset.
•This LED is steady in color when the device is
part of a HomePlug AV network.
•The LED colors represents the connection
rate within the HomePlug AV network
whether it is good (red), better (amber), or
best (green).
D Ethernet Activity
Off An Ethernet device is not connected.
On •This LED is steady when an Ethernet device is
connected.
•When Simple Connect is pressed for 10
seconds, this LED will turn OFF and turn ON to
confirm the Private Network Name reset.
(Ethernet is connected)
•The LED flashes to indicate Ethernet activity.
E Ethernet Port Accepts either cross or straight Ethernet cable.
F
Simple Connect Button Press to create or join a HomePlug AV network.
When Simple Connect is pressed for 10 seconds, it will
randomize the Private Network Name.
Then Press for 2 seconds to pair the device.

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Pairing the Device
Your HomePlug AV devices by default are preconfigured to have a common Private
Network Name. Setting up your HomePlugAV network is as easy as 1,2 and 3.
1. It is advisable that you plug in your HomePlugAV devices side by side to easily
observe the LED behaviors of each Homeplug AV. Wait until the Power and PL-ACT
LED turns ON to confirm that the connection has been established.
2. In ROOM A plug in your HomePlugAV into the wall socket then connect it to your
Modem/Router’s Ethernet LAN port using an Ethernet cable.
3. In ROOM B plug in your HomePlugAV into the wall socket then connect it to your
computer’s Ethernet Port using an Ethernet cable. Your HomePlugAV is now ready to
use.
How to Use Simple Connect
Simple Connect provides a more convenient way of creating your HomePlug AV network
without the need to open the HomePlug AV Web User Interface from a computer. The
button has three main functions which include:
•Resetting the Private Network Name
•Creating a Secured HomePlug AV Network
•Joining an existing Secured HomePlug AV Network

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Resetting the Private Network Name
Simple Connect allows you to reset the HomePlug AV’s Private Network Name to a random
key. When a HomePlug AV is reset to a random key, it will not be able to communicate with
any other device .
Note: Resetting the Private Network Name is different from resetting the device to its factory
default settings. If you intend to reset the device to its factory default settings, press WPS
button on the device for more than 5 seconds.

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To reset the Private Network Name using Simple Connect:
Creating a Secured HomePlug AV Network
To create a HomePlug AV network, you need at least two HomePlug AV devices using
random Private Network Names. When you press Simple Connect for 10-13 seconds on both
devices, a common Private Network Name will be automatically generated to enable them
to communicate with each other.
Note: New HomePlug AV can already communicate with each other once out of the box
and plugged. However, if you intend to create a new Private Network Name using Simple
Connect for both devices, you need to reset their Private Network Names to a random key
before proceeding.To create a Secured HomePlug AV network using Simple Connect:
Step 1
Press Simple Connect button for 10
seconds. Power LED and Ethernet LED will
turn off on turn on (Ethernet is
connected). The Powerline Activity LED
will switch OFF on both units.
Step 2
On the second adapter (HL113EW), Press the
Simple Connect button for 2 seconds and do
it on the first adapter to pair the devices. The
Power LED will blink to indicate that the
button Is pressed.

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Step 1
Plug your HomePlug AVs side by side where you can easily observe the LED behavior.
Upon connection, the Ethernet LEDs will blink simultaneously and then the Power LED and
Powerline Activity LED lights on steadily.
Press the Simple Connect button of HomePlug AV X for 10 seconds. Powerline Activity LED
will turn OFF. Power LED will Turn off and ON indicating that the Private Network Name has
been randomized.
Homeplug X Homeplug Y

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Step 2
Press Simple Connect for two seconds on HomePlug Y. After you release the button, the
Power LED will blink. If the Power LED did not blink, press Simple Connect again for two
seconds.
Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more than two seconds.

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Step 3
Press Simple Connect for two seconds on HomePlug X. After you release the button, the
Power LED will blink. If the Power LED did not blink, press Simple Connect again for two
seconds.
Pairing between two devices are only given two minutes upon pressing the simple connect
button for two seconds. After pressing Simple Connect on HomePlug Y, make sure to press
Simple Connect on HomePlug X within two minutes to assure a successful connection,
otherwise repeat steps 2 and 3 until the LEDs of both devices switch off and on twice,
indicating that they are paired with one another.
Note: Do not press Simple Connect for more than two seconds
Homeplug X Homeplug Y

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Step 4
To confirm if the connection was established, check the LEDs. The Power LEDs and the
Powerline Activity LEDs on both HomePlugs are ON.
When the Powerline Activity LED on either HomePlug X or HomePlug Y is off, this means the
pairing is not successful. In this case, you have to redo the entire process again (simply
repeat steps 1 to 3).
Step 5
Unplug the HomePlug AVs and then connect them to your Ethernet devices using the
Ethernet cables from the product package. After connecting the Ethernet cable, plug the
HomePlugs directly to a wall outlet.
Homeplug X Homeplug Y
Homeplug X Homeplug Y

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An Ethernet-enabled device can be a router, computer, hub, gaming console, IP phone,
network printer, or IP TV set-top box.
Note: HomePlug AVs work best when connected directly to a wall socket. It is suggested to
avoid plugging a Homeplug AV to a power strip or power extension. Other electrical devices
in the power strip produce electrical noise that may affect the overall performance of the
HomePlug.

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Joining an Existing Secured HomePlug AV Network
To enable a new device to join an existing network, Simple Connect will copy the Private
Network Name of the existing network to the new HomePlug AV. You only have to pair the
new Homeplug AV device to any of the devices within the existing Homeplug AV Network by
pressing the Simple connect. If you pressed Simple Connect from multiple HomePlug AVs,
only the signal from the first two devices will be processed.
To join an existing Secured HomePlug AV network using Simple
Connect:
Step 1
Plug HomePlug AV Z beside one of your existing HomePlug AV device. It is important to assure
that you can easily observe the LED behavior of the Homeplugs.
Upon connection, HomePlug Z’s LEDs will blink simultaneously and then the Power LED lights
ON steadily. Ethernet LED will be ON if there is an ethernet link.

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Step 2
Press Simple Connect for 10 seconds from HomePlug AV Z. After you release the button,
Power LED and Ethernet LED (if Ethernet is connected) will turn off and turn on.
Note: If the Power and Ethernet LED did not turn off and on, press Simple Connect again
for 5-8 seconds.
Step 3
Press Simple Connect Button for two seconds on the existing HomePlug AV device. After you
release the button, the Power LED will continuously blink. If the Power LED did not blink,
press Simple Connect again for two seconds.
Make sure to press Simple Connect Button again on the HomePlug AV Z within two minutes
after you press Simple Connect from the existing network.

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Step 4
To confirm if the connection was established, check the LEDs. The Power LEDs and the
Powerline Activity LEDs on all HomePlugs are on .
If the Powerline Activity LED on HomePlug Z is off, this means the pairing was unsuccessful.
You have to repeat steps 1 to 3 again until all LEDS in all Homeplug AV devices are on .