ZyXEL Communications Powerline Ethernet Multiplug Center PLA491 User manual

Power Up Your Network
Benefits
Network multiple varied devices with an all-in-one
switch with on-board power outlets
ZyXEL PLA491 is a HomePlug network extension device that integrates an
Ethernet 4-port switch with a 4-AC outlet.The design enables networking
between varied electrical devices.The PLA491 not only provides a high
speed data rate via HomePlug AV technology but also supplies outlets to
save space in a Powerline networking environments.The PLA491 features
four network filtered outlets The PLA491 isolates interference from the
outlets via the onboard network filter, delivering clean and stable power for
your Powerline network
Secure network setting with one-touch button
Use the ENCRYPT button to set up a secure connection between your
PLA491 and another HomePlug AV product with an ENCRYPT button. Just
push the ENCRYPT button on your PLA491,and set up your second
PowerLine device within 120 seconds.
Save energy, save money
Two independent On/Off switches save power consumption when the
network function is not needed. Just one touch, you can save energy easily.
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Integrated HomePlug AV extension switch w/4 AC outlets
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Supports up to 200 Mbps channel data rate
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4-port 10/100 Mbps Ethernet for multiple connections
on powerline
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Integrated low pass filter to optimize network
performance
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On/off power switch
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Separate on/off switch for Powerline
P
OWERLIN
E
Powerline Ethernet
Multiplug Center
PLA491

System Specifications
• Powerline Communication
- Speed: HomePlug AV 200 Mbps data rate
- HomePlug Modulation:
OFDM Symbol Modulation
QAM 1024/256/64/16
QPSK, BPSK, ROBO Carrier modulation
schemes
- Nodes: Up to 64 nodes (16 bridged devices
per managed stream, 4 managed streams
per station)
- Coverage: up to 300 meters/984 feet
• Security:
- 128-bit AES encryption
- Push button security
• Quality of Service (QoS)
- ToS, 802.1q
- Support up to 4-level type QoS
- Support up to 8-level VLAN priority field
• Frequency Band: 2 MHz ~ 30 MHz
• Surge Energy rating: 1750 Joules
• Standard:
- Compliant with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u (10/100
Ethernet standard)
- HomePlug® AV
• Power Cord:
- Length: 1500 cm
- Diameter: 8.5 cm
• Power Cord Rotated Range: Right-Angle 180
degree
Physical Specifications
• Dimensions: 13" (W) x 5.51" (D) x 1.57" (H)
• Weight: 2.53 Ib
Environmental Specifications
• Operating Temperature: 0ºC ~ 40ºC
• Storage Temperature: -20ºC ~ 60ºC
• Operating Humidity: 20% ~ 95% RH
• Storage Humidity: 20% ~ 95% RH
(USA version:
Operating Temperature: 32F ~ 104F
Storage Temperature: -4F ~ 140F)
Certification
• EMI Certification: FCC, CE
• Safety Certification: UL, cUL
• Power Outlet Certification:VED/LCIE/BSI
• RoHS
Specifications
Powerline Ethernet Multiplug Center
PLA491
Application Diagram
Living
Room
DMA1000W
Digital Media
Adapter
IP-Set-top Box
NSA220
Network
Storage
Appliance
IP Camera
(Home
Security)
Gaming
xDSL/Cable
Modem
Internet
Internet
PLA491
Powerline Ethernet
Multiplug Center
PLA491
Powerline Ethernet
Multiplug Center
NPS520
MFP Print
Server
NSA220
Network Storage
Appliance
PLA401 v2
Powerline
Ethernet
Adapter
PLA470 v2
Powerline
Ethernet 4-port
Switch
Printer PC
SOHO
Ethernet
Power Supply
HomePlug
Ethernet
Power Supply
HomePlug
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65-100-047002G 10/07
Hardware Specifications
• Ethernet Interface: RJ-45 connector, 4-port
10/100M
• Power Interface:
- US version: 4 AC outlets, 10 A 125 V,
UL/CSA certified
EU version: 4 AC outlets, 10 A 250 V,
VDE/LCIE certified
UK version: 4 AC outlets, 10 A 250 V,
BSI certified
• Power Input:100-240 V AC,50/60 Hz, 10A
(MAX)
• LED Indicators: 6 LEDs
- HomePlug Power on/off
- HomePlug throughput Information
- LAN Indicator(1~4 Port)
• On/Off Switch: 2 Switches
- HomePlug On/Off button
- AC Power On/Off button
• Buttons: 2 Buttons
- Reset to default button
- Encryption button