Solwise PL-200AV Instructions for use

HomePlug AV
200 Mbps Eth Adaptor
Easy Start Guide
VERSION 1.0

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Safety Messages
Warning
High voltage is used in the equipment. Do not open enclosure, service,
or change any part of the equipment. Service can only be carried out
by qualified technical specialists. Observe safety precautions to avoid
electric shock.
Caution
Check voltage before connecting to the power supply. Connecting to
the wrong voltage will damage the equipment.
CE conformity
These products comply with the technical requirements of the 1999/5/EC Directive (R&TTE) and the
other relevant provisions of the FTEG, and they are designed for use in the EU and Switzerland.
The products are class A equipment. This equipment may cause interference with radio waves in
home use; if this occurs the operator may be required to take corrective action.
The CE and compliance certificate is available for download from the Solwise web site
Product warranty does not apply to damage caused by lightning, power surges or wrong voltage usage.
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Contents
About the Product....................................................................5
Package Contents........................................................................................ 5
Requirements............................................................................................... 5
Getting Started...........................................................................7
Planning your Network............................................................................... 8
Local Network.................................................................................................................................8
Gaming Network............................................................................................................................8
Entertainment Network................................................................................................................9
Media Network...............................................................................................................................9
Remove/Disable Conflicts ........................................................................10
TCP/IP............................................................................................................................................ 10
Internet Properties ..................................................................................................................... 11
Connecting the Device .............................................................................11
About HomePlug AV Utility ................................................12
Requirements.............................................................................................12
Software ....................................................................................................................................... 12
Hardware...................................................................................................................................... 12
Installation..................................................................................................12
Accessing HomePlug AV Utility...............................................................13
HomePlug AV Utility User Interface........................................................14
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Firmware Upgrade Tab.............................................................................14
Local Firmware Upgrade ........................................................................................................... 15
Remote Firmware Upgrade....................................................................................................... 15
Encryption Tab...........................................................................................16
Local Private Network Name .................................................................................................... 17
Remote Private Network Name................................................................................................ 17
Network Information Tab.........................................................................18
Regulatory Compliance Notices ...................................19
FCC Statement ...........................................................................................19
European Regulations...............................................................................19
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About the Product
HomePlug AV is a device that utilizes the existing electrical wiring in the house as a path to create a
secured network of computers and Ethernet devices. HomePlug AV is ready to use out of the box and it
does not require a device driver to work. With a maximum data rate of 200 Mbps, HomePlug AV can
reliably handle high requirement applications like Internet telephony, streaming of high quality video,
and Internet simultaneously.
The Solwise PL-200AV is available in three versions:
• PL-200AV (UK) Three pins UK plug with integrated 230V AC power supply.
• PL-200AV (EU) Two pins Euro plug with integrated 230V AC power supply.
• PL-200AV (US) Two pins US plug with integrated 120V AC power supply.
HomePlug AV is operating system independent. It can be connected to any device using Windows,
Macintosh, or Linux operating systems. Encryption is built-in the HomePlug AV design. To change the
encryption settings, however, you need a computer with a Windows operating system.
Package Contents
The package contains the following items:
Requirements
HomePlug AV requires an Ethernet port to connect with another device.
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PWR
PL
-
ACT LED
ETH-LINK/ACT LED
Device Design
HomePlug AV has three LED indicators and an Ethernet port.
Label Status Description/ Function
On/Off Power is on/off.
PWR Flashes Standby mode. HomePlug AV automatically switches to Standby mode after 15
minutes when there is no active Ethernet device connected.
On/Off Another HomePlug is detected/not detected.
PL-ACT Flashes PL-ACT flashes whenever there is data transmission within the network.
However, the PL-ACT for the HomePlug device that powers on first will stay on
even when data is being transmitted.
On/Off Ethernet is connected/not connected.
ETH-LINK/ACT OFF Flashes Sending/receiving data.
Ethernet Port Accepts either cross or straight cable.
Ethernet Port

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Getting Started
Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart below provides an outline of the steps you need to go
through. Some steps are required while some are optional. There are brief descriptions beside each step
to help you along. Detailed instructions are provided in the subsequent pages.
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Planning your Network
Here are ideas on how you can use HomePlug AV within your network.
Local Network
Share ultra fast Internet connection with any computer wherever it is in the house.
Gaming Network
Connect your gaming console into the Internet and compete with other online players.
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Entertainment Network
Experience the distinction of viewing and listening to media files using your entertainment system.
Media Network
Realize your high tech lifestyle by converging your IP devices into a single network.
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Remove/Disable Conflicts
You may need to check the TCP/IP and Internet properties to make sure there are no conflicts with the
way devices in the network are identified.
TCP/IP
HomePlug AV’s IP Address should be obtained automatically.
To set the TCP/IP properties:
1. Select Start > Run. This opens the Run dialog box.
2. Enter control ncpa.cpl and then click OK. This opens the Network Connections in your
computer.
3. Right-click LAN and then select Properties. This opens the Local Area Connection Properties
dialog box.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click Properties. This opens the Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) dialog box.
5. Select Obtain an IP address automatically.
6. Click OK to close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) dialog box.
7. Click OK to close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box.
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