Devolo 200 AVplus User manual

dLAN®200 AVplus

© 2008 devolo AG, Aachen (Germany)
While the information in this manual has been compiled with great care, it may not be deemed an assurance of product char-
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development.
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publication, in the appendix of this documentation.
Trademarks
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Aachen, August 2008

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Contents
Preface .............................................................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product. .................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
About this manual ......................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
devolo on the Internet.................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1 Introduction ...................................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.1 What exactly is dLAN?.................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.2 devolo—Up to speed on green IT .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.3 The dLAN 200 AVplus at a glance .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.4 Sample applications....................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.4.1 Internet individual installation solution ............................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.4.2 Networking between two computers ............................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.4.3 Internet multiple installation solution............................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2 Initial use .......................................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.1 Package contents........................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.2 System requirements...................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.3 Functions....................................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.3.1 Control lamps (LEDs) ....................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.3.2 Ports............................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4 Connecting the dLAN 200 AVplus .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4.1 Firmware update........................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . .13
2.5 Software installation ...................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.5.1 Software for Windows..................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.5.2 Software for Mac OS X .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.5.3 Software for Linux........................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3 Security in the dLAN ......................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.1 dLAN 200 AV network encryption at the touch of a button ............. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.2 Encrypting the dLAN 200 AV network with the dLAN Configuration Wizard . . . . . . . 18
3.3 devolo Informer ............................................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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4 Appendix ........................................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.1 Bandwidth optimisation ................................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.2 Important safety instructions .......................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.3 Technical data ............................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.4 CE conformity ................................................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.4.1 Declaration of conformity ................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.5 Warranty conditions....................................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Preface
Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo
product.
The dLAN 200 AVplus allows you to set up your own home network with almost
no effort. Because the clever dLAN technology transmits the data over the
household electrical wiring, you do not have to lay any new cables. You do not
even have to do without an electrical socket, as the dLAN 200 AVplus provides
a power supply to which you can connect your terminal devices or multiple sock-
ets as usual. The integrated mains filter significantly improves data transmission
in the home network.
The fast transfer rate of up to 200 Mbps makes every bandwidth-intensive Inter-
net application a real multimedia treat. The integrated "Quality of Service" func-
tion measures the bandwidth requirement, optimises the data flow and ensures
excellent quality—particularly for voice and video data.
To protect your data, simply press a button on the dLAN 200 AVplus to activate
the convenient and secure 128-bit AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) encryp-
tion. In addition, the patented power saving mode, which comes standard,
automatically uses up to 30% less power.
About this manual
After a brief introduction to "dLAN" and "Green IT" basics in Chapter 1, Chap-
ter 2 will cover successfully setting up your dLAN 200 AVplus. Chapter 3
explains how to configure your dLAN 200 AV network. Technical specifications,
tips for bandwidth optimisation and our warranty conditions can be found in
Chapter 4 and conclude the manual.

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Icons
This section contains a brief description of the icons used in this manual.
Very important note. Failure to observe this note may result in damage.
Important note that should be observed.
Additional information, background material and configuration tips for your
device.
And if you are satisfied with your dLAN 200 AVplus, be sure to have a closer look
at our other products which are also designed to make your connected lifestyle
easier and simpler!
We hope you have just as much fun reading this manual as we had writing it. If
you have any further ideas or suggestions related to our products, we would be
delighted to hear from you at [email protected]!
devolo on the Internet
For detailed information on our products, visit www.devolo.com. The down-
load area not only contains product descriptions and documentation, but also
updates of devolo software and your device's firmware.
We especially recommend the extensive devolo manuals on the topic of home
networking that contain a wealth of interesting background information. These
are available free of charge and can be downloaded from the Service & Support
area of our website.

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1 Introduction
dLAN is an intelligent, secure technology that lets you set up a home network
easily, quickly and economically via your household electrical wiring, without the
need for complex and expensive dedicated cabling. The available performance
and effort required for the installation also compares favourably to traditional
methods—dLAN technology now attains speeds you would expect from other
LAN technologies, and installing it is a breeze!
1.1 What exactly is dLAN?
dLAN (direct Local Area Network) uses the household electrical wiring to trans-
fer data between computers equipped with suitable adapters and other network
components. As a result, any power outlet can be used as a network access
point. The data is modulated prior to transfer and sent as a signal via household
power lines. State-of-the-art technology ensures that the power and data net-

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works do not interfere with one another. Networking via dLAN is fast and
secure. The data is encrypted using a key to prevent interception by third parties.
1.2 devolo—Up to speed on green IT
The topic everyone is talking about is green IT. devolo has an easy solution: the
power saving mode, which comes standard with the home network adapters,
sets the company apart from many competitors in the IT industry. And that has
been the case even before global warming and the scarcity of resources have
become concerns on everyone's mind.
Developers at devolo, have for a long time kept a close eye on how much power
dLAN adapters may consume. After all, a devolo network via electrical sockets
should not only be convenient, but also require as little energy as possible—
particularly during times when it is not being used.
That devolo can satisfy the demand for energy efficiency is evidenced by the pat-
ented power saving mode in the devices. It automatically lowers energy
consumption by 30 percent when the computers in the dLAN network or con-
nected equipment are switched off.
The power saving mode in the adapters is not only a tribute to environmental
protection but also a real service to the customer. Most people tend to forget
to regularly press the standby button on the hardware. The patented technol-
ogy in devolo adapters allows you to save energy without having to do
anything. And if less energy is consumed, your electric meter will turn more
slowly. In other words, every minute the adapter is in power saving mode, you
will save money.
A dLAN adapter connected to a computer can only go into power saving mode
if the network card of the switched-off computer is also inactive. If you are using
a network card that remains active even when the computer is switched off, we
recommend connecting the computer to an on/off switch using a multiple socket
so that both the computer and the integrated network card are de- energised.
1.3 The dLAN 200 AVplus at a glance
The dLAN 200 AVplus quickly and easily establishes a network connection
over the household electrical wiring.
Simple plug-and-play connection between the routers, computers and other
network-compatible devices!

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The integrated electrical socket enables additional terminal devices or mul-
tiple sockets to be connected to the adapter just as a normal wall socket—
no power supply is lost.
The integrated mains filter significantly improves data transmission in the
home network.
The "Quality of Service" function and transfer rates of up to 200 Mbps are
enough for bandwidth-hungry applications. Automatic data prioritisation
ensures interference-free reproduction of voice and video data.
Easy data encryption at the touch of a button or via dLAN configuration soft-
ware.
The patented power saving mode automatically uses up to 30% less power.
Compatible with all devolo dLAN 200 AV adapters.
Long data range of 200 m (656') between the adapters and reliable network
speed for setting up a home network.
1.4 Sample applications
The following section contains examples of possible office and home networks.
1.4.1 Internet individual installation solution
Workstation with Internet connection via a DSL modem or router

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1.4.2 Networking between two computers
1.4.3 Internet multiple installation solution
Networking between an Internet phone, a high-speed Internet application and
an 'IPTV' application with Internet connection via a DSL modem router
For additional application scenarios, as well as answers to frequently asked
questions (FAQs) about dLAN networks, visit our website at www.devolo.com.
dLAN 200 AVplus
PC
Ethernet
dLAN 200 AVplus
PC
Ethernet
dLAN 200 AVplus
PC
Ethernet
dLAN 200 AVplus
Ethernet
VoIP-Telefon
dLAN 200 AVplus
Ethernet
TV &Set-Top-Box
dLAN 200 AVplus
Ethernet
Modem/Router

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2 Initial use
This chapter covers everything you need to know to set up your
dLAN 200 AVplus. It will explain connecting the dLAN 200 AVplus and its func-
tions. We will also introduce the included devolo software and guide you
through its installation.
2.1 Package contents
Please ensure that the delivery is complete before beginning with the installation
of your dLAN 200 AVplus: The following components are included in the scope
of delivery:
dLAN 200 AVplus
Network cable
Printed information leaflet
CD containing software and online documentation
devolo AG reserves the right to change the package contents without prior
notice.
2.2 System requirements
Operating systems: Windows XP (32 bit), Windows Vista (32/64 bit),
Linux, Mac OS X and any other operating system with network support
Network connection
Please note that your computer or other device must feature a network adapter
with a network port.
Please note that dLAN devices such as the devolo dLAN duo (14 Mbps) and
devolo dLAN HS Ethernet (85 Mbps) can be used on the same household elec-
trical wiring as dLAN 200 AV devices (200 Mbps) without interference, but they
will not be able to communicate directly with one another. Hence, to set up a
dLAN 200 AV network, you need two dLAN 200 AV devices (200 Mbps). More
valuable information about dLAN or dLAN 200 is available in the Service &
Support section of our website at www.devolo.com.

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2.3 Functions
The dLAN 200 AVplus has three control lamps (LEDs). The device is also
equipped with an integrated electrical socket, a network jack and the encryption
button.
2.3.1 Control lamps (LEDs)
Illustration is country-specific.
Power green dLAN 200 AVplus is ready for operation.
orange dLAN 200 AVplus is in standby mode.
dLAN green The network connection is suitable for HD video streaming;
flashes when data is being transmitted.
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 green A 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps connection to the Ethernet net-
work exists; flashes when data is being transmitted.

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2.3.2 Ports
Network connection
This is the connection point on the dLAN 200 AVplus for connecting it to a
computer or another network device with the network cable (included).
Integrated electrical socket
If you connect additional network devices using a multiple socket, plug this
multiple socket into the electrical socket of the dLAN 200 AVplus. The inte-
grated mains filter eliminates any noise of connected devices and signifi-
cantly improves data transmission in the home network.
Encryption button
Data encryption at the touch of a button; for a functional description of the
encryption button, please continue reading in chapter 3.1 'dLAN 200 AV
network encryption at the touch of a button'.
Please note that all dLAN 200 AV devices to be connected to your network are
also connected to your household electrical wiring. A dLAN 200 AV device
switches to Standby mode after a short while if no active network device such
as a computer is connected to the network port. In Standby mode, the dLAN 200
AV device cannot be accessed via the power supply grid. As soon as the network
device (e.g. computer) connected to the network interface is switched on again,
your dLAN 200 AV device can also be reached again via the electrical wiring.
2.4 Connecting the dLAN 200 AVplus
This section describes how to connect your dLAN 200 AVplus to a computer or
to a network.
2.4.1 Firmware update
If you would like to combine a dLAN 200 AVplus with older devolo dLAN 200
AV devices in a network, please update the firmware of the dLAN 200 AV
devices first. Connect each dLAN 200 AV to the computer and insert the
included CD-ROM into your CD drive.
If autoplay is installed on your computer, the installation will start automatically.
Otherwise, open the folder with the Windows Explorer by right-clicking on Start
and selecting Explorer from the context menu. Now, select your CD-ROM drive.
Double-click to start the installation wizard manually.
Select the Firmware update for dLAN 200 AV products item in the Install
dLAN 200 AVplus main menu to perform the firmware update. When the

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update is complete, return the device to its usual location. The firmware updater
application can also be found in the download section of our website at
www.devolo.com.
햲Use the included network cable to connect the dLAN 200 AVplus to the net-
work port of your running computer or other network device.
햳Plug the dLAN 200 AVplus into a wall socket.
햴Additional network devices that are connected via a multiple socket are con-
nected to the mains power supply by plugging the multiple socket into the
integrated electrical socket of the dLAN 200 AVplus.
Once you have connected at least two dLAN 200 AVplus adapters as described
in 햲and 햳, your dLAN 200 AVplus network has been set up. To secure your
dLAN 200 AV network, continue with the configuration. For more information,
refer to the chapter '3 'Security in the dLAN'.
2.5 Software installation
2.5.1 Software for Windows
Use the installation wizard in the software dLAN folder to set up the follow-
ing software components for using the adapter with the Windows operating sys-
tem:
The devolo dLAN Configuration Wizard lets you set up custom encryption
for your dLAN 200 AV network.
The devolo Informer finds dLAN adapters in a dLAN network and displays
information on the devices found.
To install the software, insert the included CD-ROM in the CD drive of your com-
puter. If autoplay is installed on your computer, the installation will start auto-
matically. Otherwise, open the folder with the Windows Explorer by right-
clicking on Start and selecting Explorer from the context menu. Now, select
your CD-ROM drive. Double-click to start the installation wizard manually.
During the installation process, you will be given the choice of installing all soft-
ware components ('default') or selecting individual ones ('custom').
To take full advantage of the functions of your device, we recommend installing
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You will be asked for permission to transfer anonymous performance data
related to your dLAN adapter to devolo. The data sent to devolo pertains only to
the performance values of your dLAN devices. The data is anonymised and will
be used exclusively for statistical purposes. By providing it, you can help us
improve our products. You can find the installed software applications in the
Start Programs devolo program group.
2.5.2 Software for Mac OS X
The software mac folder contains the dLAN configuration software.
2.5.3 Software for Linux
The software linux folder contains the dLAN configuration software.

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3 Security in the dLAN
Data communication via the household electrical wiring is encrypted to ensure
the privacy of your dLAN 200 AV network. The following section describes data
encryption options—either using the encryption button or the dLAN Configura-
tion Wizard.
Please note the following basic principle when choosing your encryption
method:
In dLAN 200 AV networks, data encryption is as simple as touching a but-
ton, since all corresponding dLAN 200 AV devices are equipped with an
encryption button.
For dLAN 200 AV networks that include devices with and without encryp-
tion buttons, data encryption must be set up using the dLAN Configura-
tion Wizard.
3.1 dLAN 200 AV network encryption at the touch of
a button
To encrypt a dLAN 200 AV network, in which all associated devices (e.g. dLAN
200 AVeasy and dLAN 200 AVplus) are equipped with an encryption button,
simply press the encryption button that is located on the device. Pressing this
button will encrypt your dLAN 200 AV network with a randomly generated pass-
word.

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The following section contains exact instructions on the basis of possible net-
work scenarios:
Adapters cannot be configured while in Standby mode.
햲Encrypting a new dLAN 200 AVplus network with two
dLAN 200 AVplus adapters
Once both dLAN 200 AVplus adapters have been successfully connected, press
each encryption button for >one second within two minutes of one another.
That's it! Your dLAN 200 AV network is now protected against unauthorised
access.
햳Expanding an existing dLAN 200 AVplus network with a new
dLAN 200 AVplus
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If you have already secured your existing dLAN 200 AVplus network using the
encryption button, use the same method to integrate further adapters. Once you
have successfully connected the new dLAN 200 AVplus, first press the encryp-
tion button ( > one second) of one of your network’s existing adapters, then
press the encryption button ( >one second) of your new dLAN 200 AVplus
within two minutes. That's it! The new dLAN 200 AVplus is now integrated in
your network.
To integrate additional dLAN 200 AVplus adapters in your network, repeat the
above steps.
햴Removing a dLAN 200 AVplus from the network
To remove a dLAN 200 AVplus adapter 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 net-
work. To integrate the device into a different dLAN 200 AV network, follow the
steps described under 햲or 햳, depending on whether you are setting up a new
network or adding the adapter to an existing one.
If you would like to combine a dLAN 200 AVplus with older devolo dLAN 200
AV devices in a network, update the firmware of the dLAN 200 AV devices first.
To do so, carry out the 'Firmware update' as described in chapter 2.4.1.
3.2 Encrypting the dLAN 200 AV network with the
dLAN Configuration Wizard
When using other dLAN 200 AV devices without encryption buttons together
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set up using the dLAN Configuration Wizard. Start by updating the firmware (see
'2.4.1 Firmware update') of the dLAN 200 AV adapters.
After successfully installing the devolo software, you can launch the dLAN Con-
figuration Wizard via the Start Programs devolo program group and the
Device Start dLAN Configuration Wizard in the devolo Informer.
Before beginning with this step, make a note of the security IDs of all existing
dLAN adapters. This unique identifier of each dLAN device is located on the label
on the housing. It consists of 4 x 4 letters separated by dashes (e.g. ANJR-
KMOR-KSHT-QRUV). Ensure that all dLAN adapters are connected to the electri-
cal wiring and computers or other network components as appropriate.
햲Scan for dLAN 200 AV adapter
After launching the Wizard, it initially scans for a dLAN adapter connected
directly to your computer.
햳Assign 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 dLAN devices.
Three options are available:
Automatically generate a password
Alternatively, the Configuration Wizard can automatically generate a
password for use with your dLAN network.
Assign your own password
You can assign a password of your own.
Reset the password to the factory setting
Restore the factory default password of your dLAN adapter.
The factory default password is "HomePlugAV".
Assigning a specific password to a single adapter will exclude it from the
remaining dLAN network.

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햴Adding additional dLAN adapters
Additional dLAN devices in the network must now be added to the dLAN
adapter which is connected directly to the computer. You will need the 16-char-
acter security IDs from the label on the adapter housing. Enter the code without
hyphens and confirm by clicking Define password. If the security ID is correct
the device will be encrypted and displayed in the list.
Once you have entered the security IDs of your dLAN adapters, your dLAN net-
work is complete. All computers and other network devices connected to the
adapters by network cable should now be able to communicate with one
another in the network.
3.3 devolo Informer
devolo Informer can detect all available dLAN adapters in your home network
and display device information in an overview. After installing the devolo soft-
ware, it can be found in the Start Programs devolo program group.
When the Informer is launched, it initially scans your home network for all avail-
able dLAN devices. This may take a moment. All found adapters are listed with
their names and MAC addresses in the overview window. Their firmware ver-
sions are also displayed, as are the transfer speeds of active connections
between the adapters. devolo Informer generally updates the list of found dLAN
devices automatically. If newly-added adapters do not appear in the window,
refresh the display with F5 or via the View menu.