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Powerline Communication

Powerline Ethernet Bridge PL-104E

USB Powerline Adapter - PL-104U

USER’S MANUAL

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The is a class B device, in a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which

case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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Revision

User s Manual for Powerline Communication product

Model: PL-104E, PL-104U

Rev: 1.0 (Aug. 2004)

Part No. EM-PL104

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions carefully.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product fromthe wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water.

5. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register,

or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation provided.

6. This product should be operated fromthe type of power indicated on the

marking label. If you arenot sureof the type of power available, consult your

dealer or local power company.

7. This product relieson the building selectrical installation for short-circuit

(over current) protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than

240 VAC (dependson the powersupply type in your country) is used on the

phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).

8. Plug the device directly into a240 VAC (depends on the power supply type

in your country) wall outlet. Do not use an extension cord between the

adapter and the AC power source.

9. Do not attempt to service this productyourself, as opening orremoving

covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks as well as

ruin product warranty. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

10. Unplug the AC coupler fromthe wall outlet and refer the product to

qualified service personnel for the following conditions:

- If liquid has been spilled into the product.

- If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

-If the productdoesnot operate normally when the operating instructions

are followed.

- If the product exhibitsa distinct change in performance.

Table of Content

1. Introduction..................................................................................................1

1.1 Powerline Ethernet Bridge –PL-104E................................................1

1.1.1 Features...................................................................................2

1.1.2 Package Content......................................................................2

1.1.3 Hardware Description...............................................................3

1.1.4 System Requirements..............................................................3

1.2 USB to Powerline Network Adapter –PL-104U..................................4

1.2.1 Features...................................................................................4

1.2.2 Package Contents....................................................................4

1.2.3 Hardware Description...............................................................5

1.2.4 System Requirements..............................................................6

1.3 Specification.......................................................................................6

2. Planning your Powerline Network................................................................8

3. Powerline Ethernet Bridge Installation.........................................................9

3.1 Hardware Installation..........................................................................9

3.2 Driver Installation................................................................................9

4. Powerline USB Adapter Installation...........................................................10

4.1 Connecting USB to Powerline Network Adapter...............................10

4.2 Powerline USB Adapter Driver Installation.......................................10

5. Powerline Configuration Utility...................................................................13

5.1 Install the Powerline Configuration Utility.........................................13

5.2 Using the PLANETPowerline Configuration Utility...........................13

6. Troubleshooting.........................................................................................18

1. Introduction

Powerline communicationis revolution in home and small office networking,greatly

simplifyingthe taskofinstallingahigh-speedlocal area network. WithPLANET s

powerline communication products,you can utilizeexistingAC power outletsand

wires to connect your computers, serversand other devices safely,securelyand at

trueLAN speedsofupto14Mbit/second.Nocomplexand expensivespecialized

wiringusuallyassociatedwith LAN sis required, ormanagement, securityand

interferenceproblemsassociated with 802.11wireless technologies –just convenient,

reliable, secureandsimple networking where youneedit most. PLANETsPowerline

products allowyou to place acomputeranywhere in your home orsmallofficewith

flawless, uninterrupted high-speednetworkconnection, simplybypluggingyour

computer sEthernetorUSB interfaceinto PL-104E/U equipped power outlet –and

you re almost guaranteed tohave one of these wherever you need it.

The PL-104E is aPowerline to Ethernet Bridge with a10base-TRJ-45 Ethernet

interfacefordirectlyconnecting to acomputer sEthernetcardor existingEthernet

switch, hub or broadband router.The PL-104Uis an USB to Powerline network

adapter with an USB type B connector for directly connectingto computer s USB port.

Both of them provide a power socket for connecting towall outlet.

Securityof PLANET sPowerline communication technologyis assuredbythe use of

56-bit DESencryption –thesamesystem usedto protect bankingsystemsall over

the world, andis interference free, avoidingtheproblems of wireless systems.

1.1 Powerline Ethernet Bridge PL-104E

ThePLANETPowerline Ethernet BridgePL-104E offers acomplete Internet

connection solution for your homepowerline network.The PL-104E makes sharing

your high-speed broadband Internet access easier than ever.Build astrongand

simple-to-usehomenetworkbytakingadvantageofthemostpervasive medium-

powerline.

ThePL-104Eis ideal for users who alreadyhavearouter.It canbeplugged intoan

Ethernet port onarouter toequipanetwork with powerline capabilities andtake

advantageoftherouter's features.ThePL-104Ecan also be plugged directlyinto a

cable or DSLmodem to allowInternet accessanddatatransferratesup to 14Mbps

over powerline.

1.1.1 Features

w HomePlug Powerline Alliance Specification 1.0compliant

w Built-in power plugfor both powerline network andpower supply

w Connects10/100Ethernet network topowerline Networkfor seamless

integration

w 56-bit dataencryption to ensure datasecurityand reliability

w Easyto use Windows-based securitykeyconfiguration utility

w Easyto readLED indicators

w Support CSMA/CAprotocol on power line interface

w Up to 90m between powerline nodes

w Plug-and-playoperation provides easysetup

w Shares internet access acrossyour entirehome powerline network

w Up to 14Mbps data transfer over powerline

1.1.2 Package Content

Check thecontents of your package for followingparts:

nOne Powerline Ethernet Bridge

nOne RJ-45 cable

nOne Manual and UtilityCD-ROM

nOne Quick Installation Guide

If anyofthese piecesare missingordamaged,please contact your dealer

immediately,ifpossible, retain the cartonincludingthe original packingmaterial,

and use them against to repackthe product in case there is a need to return it to us

for repair.

1.1.3 Hardware Description

PL-104E front panel:

LEDs status

LED Description

COL Blinkingindicates thereexists collision in powerline

network

ACT Blinkingindicates thereexists powerline networktraffic

PLC

LNK Steadyon indicatesPL-104E has connectedtoa

powerline network

ETH LNK/ACT

Steadyon indicatestheRJ-45 port has correctly

connected to the network cardof your PC or theEthernet

network

1.1.4 System Requirements

§ExistingEthernet/fast Ethernetnetworkor an existingEthernet/fastEthernet network

adapter and network cable

§TCP/IPprotocol

§CD-ROMDrive (for installingEncryption Utility)

1.2 USB to Powerline Network Adapter PL-104U

The newest andfastestwayto network your PCs is throughpowerline networking,

which allowsyou to turn the powerline in your home intoyour network cable. The

easiest wayto integrateanyPC orlaptopintosuchapowerline networkiswith

PLANETPowerline USB Adapter.Useyour existingUSB port with your existing

powerline. The Plug-and-PlayUSB Adapter connectsdirectlyto virtuallyany

USB-readyPC ─justplugit in and you arereadyto sharedata,printers,or

high-speedInternetaccess over your existingpowerline network. For desktop

installation, you donothaveto openyour PCcase. Withuser-friendlysoftware, it is

simple toset up.

Not onlyis PL-104U easyto install and use, butit also powerful. You cansend and

receivedata at speedsofup to 12Mbps. Plugit into the USB port; set itup, and you

arereadytogo. Soforfull desktopandnotebook PCflexibilityandpowerline

convenience, the PL-104U provides the perfect solution.

1.2.1 Features

¨ HomePlug Powerline Alliance Specification 1.0compliant

¨ Power plugfor powerline network

¨ Shares internet access acrossyour entirehome powerline network

¨ Provides powerline connectivitythrough Your USB port

¨ 56-bit dataencryption to ensure datasecurityand reliability

¨ Easyto use Windows-based securitykeyconfiguration utility

¨ Easyto readLED indicators

¨ Support CSMA/CAprotocol on power line interface

¨ Plug-and-playoperation provides easysetup

¨ Up to 14Mbps data transfer rate

¨ Compatible with Windows 98SE, ME, 2000and XP

1.2.2 Package Contents

Check thecontents of your package for followingparts:

nOne powerline USB adapter

nOne USB cable

nOne Manual and UtilityCD-ROM

nOne Quick Installation Guide

If anyofthese piecesare missingordamaged,please contact your dealer

immediately,ifpossible, retain the cartonincludingthe original packingmaterial,

and use them against to repackthe product in case there is a need to return it to us

for repair.

1.2.3 Hardware Description

PL-104U front panel

LEDs status

LED Description

PWRSteadyon indicatesPL-104U has correctlyconnected

to the USB port of your PC

LNK Steadyon indicatesPL-104U has connectedtoa

powerline network

ACT Blinking indicatesthereexists powerline network traffic

COL Blinkingindicates thereexists collision in powerline

network

USB port

TheUSB port is where you will connect your USBcable. Towork with USB ports,

your computer must berunningWindows 98SE, ME, 2000 or XP.

1.2.4 System Requirements

§Pentium-class 90MHzor higher

§Minimum 32 MB RAM

§USB-readyPC

§Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 and XP

§CD-ROMDrive (for installingdriver and Encryption Utility)

1.3 Specification

Product Powerline Ethernet Bridge

Powerline USB Adapter

ModelPL-104E PL-104U

Standards HomePlug 1.0

IEEE 802.310Base-T

HomePlug 1.0

USB 1.1

Ports

One Powerline Port

One 10Mbps Ethernet

RJ-45 port

One Powerline port

One USB type B jack

Speed

LAN: 10Mbps

Powerline: 14Mbps (actual

throughput isabout 6Mbps)

USB: 12Mbps

Powerline: 14Mbps (actual

throughput is about 6Mbps)

Powerline

FrequencyBand 4.3MHzto 20.9MHz

Encryption 56-bit DES with Keyconfiguration software

Dimension 65 x93 x78 mm

Weighy230g110g

Certifications FCC Class B, CE

Operating Temp. 0 ~ 50 degree C

Storage Temp.-20 ~ 70degreeC

Operating Humidity

10~90% non-condensing

Storage Humidity5~95% non-condensing

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