NexusLink GPL-2000S4 User manual

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Quick Install Guide
GPL-2000S4 G.hn 2000 Powerline with 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Understanding Your Powerline Adapter
LED
Color
Mode
Description
Power LED
Green
On
The Adapter is powered on.
Off
Off
The Adapter is powered off or faulty.
Connection LED
Green
On
The current connection (line rate) is more than 40Mbps.
Orange
On
The current connection (line rate) is between 5Mbps and
40Mbps.
Red
On
The current connection (line rate) is less than 5Mbps.
Off
Off
An Adapter connection does not exist.
Security LED
Green
On
The Adapter is secure (it has received or generated
network keys).
Blinking
The Adapter is in the process of being secure.
Off
Off
The Adapter is not secure.
Ethernet Port
A
Reset Button
Press for more than 10
seconds for Factory Reset
Security Button
Enables Device
Synchronization in
Secure Mode
LED Icons
Descriptions are
provided below.
Ethernet Port

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Initial Powerline Adapter Setup
NOTE: A minimum of two G.hn Powerline Adapters are required to create a connection. The following
instructions use the GPL-2000PT as the primary adapter that connects to the Network Device (Modem, Router,
or Access Point), however, you can use any NexusLink G.hn Powerline Adapter.
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If you are setting up a G.hn Powerline network for the first time, then follow the below steps.
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If you are adding to an existing G.hn Powerline network, then skip to Steps 3-5.
1. Plug the GPL-2000PT into a power outlet near your Network
Device (Modem, Router, or Access Point).
For maximum performance, please plug the Powerline Adapter
directly into the wall outlet. Do not plug into a power strip or surge protector,
as network performance could degrade significantly.
2. Connect the Powerline Adapter to your Network Device (Modem, Router, or Access Point) with an
Ethernet (RJ-45) cable. Wait 10 seconds for the Ethernet LED to light up GREEN, which indicates a
connection is established. A flashing GREEN light indicates that the device is sending data.
Device Connection
3. Plug the GPL-2000S4 into a power outlet near the Internet-enabled device (ex. TV, PC, STB, DVR,
etc.).
4. Connect this Powerline Adapter to the Internet-enabled device (ex. TV, PC, STB, DVR, etc.). with an
Ethernet (RJ-45) cable. The Connection LED and Ethernet LED on the front of both Powerline
Adapters should be GREEN, which represents a strong connection.
B
C
Network Device
(Modem, Router, or
Access Point)
Set-Top-Box
GPL-2000PT
GPL-2000PT
GPL-2000S4

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Pairing the Powerline Adapters
5. Press the Security Button on one Adapter until you see the Security LED start blinking GREEN.
Then press the Security Button on the second Adapter until you see the Security LED start blinking
GREEN. The Security LED and the Connection LED should be solid GREEN on both Adapters
when they are successfully paired.
Note: If you are adding to an existing G.hn Powerline network, then press the Security Button on any
Adapter in the existing G.hn Powerline network until you see the Security LED start blinking GREEN. Then
press the Security Button on the Powerline Adapter you are adding until you see the Security LED start
blinking GREEN.. The Security LED and the Connection LED will light up GREEN on all adapters within
the G.hn Powerline network.
6. Repeat Steps 3 to 5 to add additional Powerline Adapters. Please note that up to 16 devices can
be connected within a Powerline G.hn Network.
You Have Succesfully Set Up Your G.hn Powerline Network!
Troubleshooting
The following information should help you diagnose basic setup or installation problems.
Connection LED is OFF: The Connection LED shows that the Powerline Adapter is connected to
the G.hn Network. If the indicator is off, then plug both Powerline Adapters that you are attempting
to pair into power outlets that are located within the same room. The Connection LED should light up
GREEN. If not, then press the Reset Button on each adapter for more than 10 seconds. Afterwards,
you can plug the units back into their original location.
Ethernet LED is OFF: If the Ethernet LED fails to light up, check that the LAN port of the Powerline Adapter is
connected firmly to the LAN port of the other device. To check the condition of the Ethernet cable, use
another cable to test the same connection.
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Security LED is OFF: If the Security LED is off, then it means the Powerline Adapter is not securely paired.
Press the Security Button on the Powerline Adapter for 3 seconds until you see the Security LED start
flashing GREEN.Repeat this on the other Powerline Adapter. The Security LED and the Connection LED will
light up GREEN on both adapters. This means the adapters are now securely paired and have a strong
connection.
To join an existing G.hn Powerline network, press the Security Button on any Powerline Adapter in the
existing G.hn Powerline network for 2 seconds until you see the Security LED start flashing GREEN. Then
press the Security Button on the additional Powerline Adapter. The Security LED and the Connection LED
will light up GREEN on both adapters.
*If you have tried the above and are still experiencing problems, you can reset all devices to factory default by pushing the Reset
Button for more than 10 seconds (until all the LEDs of the device blink).
How to understand the COVERAGE LED colors
The COVERAGE LED displays
quality of the network and
provides important information
that will provide solutions to
common questions, such as why
a High Definition (HD) movie is
not showing or shows with pixels.
The COVERAGE LED indicator
will vary its color depending on
the estimated speed of the
Powerline connection. The
speed is measured in Megabits
Per Second (Mbps).
ADDITIONAL HELP:
Visit the GPL-2000S4 Product Webpage
for additional resources such as a User Manual,
FAQs, and/or Videos.
Link: nexuslinkusa.com/product/gpl-2000s4
Support:
Call: [phone] Email: [email protected]
Color
Information
RED
The current connection has low quality, basic Internet activities ex. 5Mbps are
possible but the Powerline is unable to transmit either a Standard Movie or
High Definition (HD) Movie.
ORANGE
The current connection has good quality and Internet activities ex. greater
than 5Mbps and less than 40Mbps to transmit Standard Movie and HD
Movie.
GREEN
The current connection has excellent quality and Internet activities ex.
greater than 40Mbps to transmit multiple Standard Movies and HD Movies.
Power Specifications:
•I/P: 100-125Vac, 50/60Hz, 15A
•O/P: 100-125Vac, 50/60Hz, 15A
WARNING
• For indoor use only
• Disconnect the PLC from the power
source before servicing
• Do NOT open the casing
• Do NOT use near water
• Do NOT insert sharp objects into the
adapter’s socket
• Socket maximum output is 15A