Corinex Global a s POWERNET-USB Powerline Telecommunication Modem for USB bus User Manual Corinex Powernet USB Modem
Corinex Global, a.s. Powerline Telecommunication Modem for USB bus Corinex Powernet USB Modem
Contents
- 1. Part 1 of user manual
- 2. Part 2 of user manual
- 3. Part 3 of user manual
Part 3 of user manual
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3.1
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PowerNet Setup Tool User Guide
The PowerNet Setup Tool allows the user to setup a private secure
powerline network. Follow the steps on the screen or this guide and
your secure network will be setup correctly.
• Start the PowerNet Setup Tool from the Start menu by selecting
the Powernet folder and select 'PowerNet Setup tool'.
• Click 'Next' to start the wizard.
• Make sure that your Corinex Powernet USB Adapter is connected
to the computer and click 'Next'. Detecting device takes a few
seconds.
• Now the following screen should be displayed. This is the screen
where your network password is selected. Choose a password
between 4 and 24 characters, the password is case sensitive so
remember exactly how it was typed as it will be needed for the
next device being set up. Type your password in the 'Network
Password' box and click 'Next'.
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• Click 'Next' again to program the Corinex Powernet USB Adapter
with the new encryption password. This will take a few seconds.
The next screen will look similar to the following screen. The
white box will list the MAC addresses of all other installed
powerline devices on the network that are programmed with your
chosen network password. If no other devices have been
programmed, the list will be empty.
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• All devices in your network must be programmed with the same
network encryption password. Run this utility on all computers
with a powerline networking device attached. If you have a
powerline device that is not normally connected to a computer, it
must first be connected to a computer and set up with a network
encryption password.
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3.2 Corinex PowerNet USB Adapter
The Corinex PowerNet USB Adapter introduces a new and innovative
solution for data communications. This unique technology offers
users a wide range of networking options by using digital power
line technology enabling 14 Mbps data rate.
Enables users to connect individual PC's into a local area network
through a 220V/110V electric power line network
PC file and application sharing
Enables peripheral and printer sharing through a 220V/110V
electric power line network
Shared broadband Internet access
Bandwidth for multimedia payloads including voice, data, audio
and video
Networked gaming
Eliminates the requirement for special data cable wiring
Cost−effective and reliable solution for data communication in
your office and home
Example
Interconnection of two computers over powerline by Corinex
PowerNet USB Adapter:
1. Install Corinex PowerNet USB Adapter on each of two
computers (see Installation Guide).
2.
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For connection enter the properties for this connection and set
up IP address manually. For example: 192.168.4.1 mask:
255.255.255.0 and another PC set up 192.168.4.2 mask:
255.255.255.0
3. You can check the connection by simple ping to other side.
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3.3 FAQ
1. Is the Corinex Powernet USB Adapter still working if there is
an electricity blackout? And will it resume the transmission
automatically after the power come back ?
Corinex PowerNet USB Adapter is supplied from PC power
supply. When UPS is connected to PC, it will work without any
interruption.
2. Once the electricity is on after blackout, is the PowerNet put
into operation "automatically"?
Yes, we can compare the situation to Ethernet card. When OS
Windows starts correctly you don't see any problem.
3. As the transmission range of PowerNet is around 150−200
meters, how does it work when the distance is over say 400
meters?
We recommend to measure the line before starting operations.
4. Is there any cross talk or interference issue when using
Corinex PowerNet ?
Within PC we don't see any interference with any other card
and/or system. The OFDM technology reduces influence coming
from another device which is connected to power line network.
To confirm the above there is a requirement such a device should
pass EMC approval.
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5. In case the PCs at the different floors of the same building
are connected, can they use the Powernet device for the data
transmission ? And how does it work ?
Powernet works on the same electric phase − the same physical
line. This is the basic condition. If there is the same electric line
between the offices and maximum distance is up to 200m, it
works fine.
6. What do you mean if you say "Scalable − migration path to
200Mbps and beyond"
Next generation of Corinex products, capable of 20Mbps, will still
be compatible with current 14Mbps devices.
7. Can you see any impact on the transmission of the signal if
the electrocity power (no matter 110V or 220V) is unstable.
No.
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8. Can we use Corinex PowerNet USB adapter for both
110/220V Power Network or are there two versions of
Corinex PowerNet?
We support both 110V and 220V on the same device (PCI, USB,
Ethernet). 110V and 220V differ only in the shape of the electric
plugs so that they fit into local sockets.
9. Which version of USB do you use?
USB v. 1.0/1.1 , full speed 12 Mbps.
3.4 USB Adapter Specifications
The following table lists the product specifications for the Corinex
PowerNetUSB Adapter.
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Homeplug v 1.01 Certified
Windows 9x/Me/2000/XP Compatible
for PowerNet Setup Tool
IEEE 802.3
UL Approved
Standard compliance
FCC Approved
Protocol TCP/IP
Port USB (v.1.0/1.1)
Speed Up to 14 Mbps
Cabling type
− Standard AC cable
− USB cable
LED status Lights Power, Collision, Link, Activity
Unit Dimensions 2.36“L x 4.49“W x 1.18“H
60mm L x 114mm W x 30mm H
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USB cable 1.67`/0.5m
Power cable 6`/1.8m
Weight 0.69 lbs/0.313 kg
Interface Standard USB port
Power input 90V−240V AC
Safety & EMI UL, FCC part 15, CE
Operative Temperature 32°F to 131°F (0° to 55°C)
Storage Temperature −4°F to 158°F (−20° to 70°C)
Operating Humidity 10% to 85% Non−condensing
Storage Humidity 5% to 90% Non−condensing
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4 Troubleshooting Guide
4Troubleshooting Guide 4
Computer networking can sometimes be a headache
when many components must work together for the
system to work. With the right tools the problems are
usually easy to fix. These tools will get you started.
• PowerNet Setup Tool (from the Corinex PowerNet Installation CD)
• ping (from the command prompt)
• ipconfig (from the command prompt)
If it just doesn’t work...
1. Check that the power LED on all devices are on, if not:
• Check the AC cables.
• Make sure the AC outlet is working by plugging
something else into it. If this fails, the device is
faulty. Return your product for a replacement.
2. Check that the USB cable is correctly inserted.
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3. Check that the device is detected by Windows.
• Check the lower right hand corner of the Windows
screen for an icon with a computer with a red cross
over it. If it is there, the device is not working
correctly
• Check local area connections properties, click
configure and select the 'Advanced' tab and make
sure Media Select is set to HomeLAN. For detailed
description see your installation guide.
4. Check that the devices exist on the network.
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Start the PowerNet Setup Tool Program, click 'Next' and
see if all devices on your network are found. If all devices
are listed, skip this section. If a device is missing:
• Make sure all computers has one only active
network card
• Make sure the Corinex Powernet Adapters
are plugged straight into the wall and not
through a power strip or extension cord.
• Unplug all Corinex Powernet Adapters and
plug them back in again one by one. Run the
PowerNet Setup Tool Program again.
• The devices may be programmed with
different passwords. Setup all devices with a
new password as described in the PowerNet
Setup Tool Manual.
• The chosen outlet pair may have poor
electrical connection, try a different pair of
outlets.
5. Check that the Corinex Powernet USB Adapters devices
are detected by TCP/IP.
From the command prompt, run ping and type the
computer name or IP address of the computer you are
working on. [ping yourcomputername] This should return
four good packets. Now try to ping another computer on
the network. If a timeout occurs:
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• Go into the TCP/IP properties and check that the
buttons for automatically obtaining IP address
and gateway are checked. If not, make sure that
both computers are on the same subnet.
• Run ipconfig/all from the command prompt on all
computers to verify that all computers have valid
IP addresses on the same subnet
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• The IP tables may be corrupted, reboot all
computers and try again.
If these tests work, you have basic connectivity and can
use all network services.
I cannot share my internet acces
To share broadband internet access, you need a router
connected to your Cable/DSL modem. This will provide a
firewall with single IP address that all computers will use as a
gateway. Connect a Corinex Powernet Ethernet Adapter to
your cable/DSL router.
I have got all that, it still doesn't work.
• Make sure that your TCP/IP settings are set to
automatically obtaining IP address and gateway address.
• Switch of all computers and unplug the powerline
devices, now plug your Ethernet Adapter back into the
router before switching your computer. This will ensure
that the computer's IP address will be otbained from the
router.
• Now try opening Intenet Explorer, if the 'Not Found' page
appears, try clicking the link to 'obtain proxy settings
automatically'
It works but it is slow
A slow connection is almost always due to poor electrical
connection.
• Make sure the device is connected straight into the socket
and not a power splitter or extension cord.
• Try another outlet.