PipeRider ® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c © Ericsson Inc.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Safety Information Read these safety instructions before attempting to install or operate the PipeRider cable modem. Carefully read the Installation Procedures and Operating Procedures provided in this User's Guide. Be sure to comply with all NOTES, WARNINGS, and CAUTIONS. CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS For indoor home and office use only! There are no serviceable parts inside the unit.
● ● ● ● Connect the AC power supply only to designated power sources as marked on the product. To reduce risk of damage to the electric cord, remove it from the outlet by holding onto the AC adapter rather than the cord. Make sure the cord is positioned so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the unit from any power source before attempting to clean it.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c PipeRider Introduction The PipeRider® cable modem will open a whole new world of Internet use for you. Once you try it, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without it! Using your PipeRider cable modem to communicate with the Internet provides you with many features and benefits that usher you into the 21st century in style … including speed, security, instant access, multimedia capability, and much more.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Features and Benefits In addition to the benefits provided by cable modem technology itself -- such as speed, instant Internet access, and the support of multiple computers -- the PipeRider cable modem offers even more features to make your life easier. Installation Ease and Adaptability You have the option of connecting the PipeRider cable modem to your computer with either a USB connection (if supported by your computer) or an Ethernet connection.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Cable Network The cable that provides service to your PipeRider cable modem is connected to the same cable network system that brings cable TV service to your home. A simplified version of the cable system is depicted below. Click on the diagram for a description of each of the main system components. Headend The Headend can be thought of as the control center of the system.
When the downstream channel has a higher bandwidth allocation (faster data rate) than the upstream channel, this is known as an asymmetric scheme. This asymmetry is consistent with current Internet applications, which also tend to be asymmetric. For example, browsing the web and downloading videos and sound files require the transfer of significantly more data than the typical upstream activities, such as clicking on links and sending e-mail.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Installation Installation of the PipeRider cable modem is quick and easy. If you've purchased your cable modem independently (that is, not through your service provider), be sure to review the information on the Contact Your Service Provider page prior to starting the installation.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Contact Your Service Provider Step 1: Verify that your local Service Provider supports two-way cable modem access To enjoy the speed of the PipeRider cable modem, your local Service Provider must support two-way cable modem access. Two-way access allows data to flow in both the upstream and downstream directions.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Materials and System Requirements Materials Needed In addition to the items packaged with your cable modem, you may need some of the materials below to install your modem: ● A standard coaxial cable is required to connect the PipeRider cable modem to the cable jack in your house. The length of the cable is determined by the distance between the cable modem and the cable jack.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c PipeRider Stand Mounting Procedure Step 1 Insert a stand post into each of the U-shaped grooves in the stand base. Each post will snap when secured in place. Step 2 Align and insert latches on each post with slots on bottom of cable modem. Slide modem down to lock in place.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Wall Mounting Procedure Step 1. The PipeRider cable modem can be mounted on the wall using two screws and the two mounting slots on the bottom of the unit. When mounted, the orientation of the cable modem will be as shown below. Step 2. Use the template below to mark the screw locations. 10 cm Step 3. Insert and secure screws to the wall. The screws should not be secured flush to the wall. Leave a gap of approximately 0.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Computer Interface to Cable Modem There are two data-interface options for connecting the PipeRider cable modem to your computer: a USB connection and an Ethernet connection. For details regarding cable modem installation using either of these interfaces, please refer to the Installation section of this CD.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Installation: USB for Windows 98/2000/Me Follow the steps below in the order given: 1. Connect the coaxial cable between the service provider's cable jack and the cable connector on the back of the modem. Be sure not to bend the center wire on the connector. Hand tighten both connectors. 2. Plug the DIN connector of the power supply cable into the Power connector on the back of the cable modem. Plug the power supply into a surge protected power source. 3.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Installation: Ethernet for Windows Ethernet Setup To connect the PipeRider cable modem to your computer through an Ethernet port, the computer must be equipped with a Network Interface Card (NIC) and configured for TCP/IP protocol. The following procedures are provided to assist you in verifying that your Ethernet port is properly configured. 1. Windows 95/98/NT: Select Start >> Settings >> Control Panel.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Installation: Ethernet for Macintosh To connect the PipeRider cable modem to your Macintosh computer through an Ethernet port, your computer must be equipped with a Network Interface Card (NIC) and configured for TCP/IP protocol. Ethernet Setup The following procedures are provided to assist you in verifying that your Ethernet port is configured for TCP/IP protocol. 1. Select the Apple menu and then select Control Panels >> TCP/IP.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Operation Once the PipeRider cable modem has been properly installed and connected, simply open your Internet browser and you are instantly on-line. No logon procedures are necessary. The cable modem operates automatically and will rarely, if ever, require any intervention from you. The PipeRider cable modem can be left on at all times.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c PipeRider LEDs Looking at the top of the PipeRider cable modem, you’ll see five amber-colored light-emitting diodes (LEDs) along the left side of the unit. These LEDs indicate the current state of the cable modem and provide useful diagnostic information. Although the functions of the LEDs depend upon the operational state of the cable modem, the general purpose of each is described below.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Operational States There are a number of different operational states that the PipeRider cable modem may pass through. Each of these states and its associated LEDs are described below. Power-Up, Initialization, and Normal Operation In the Power-up Diagnostics state, the cable modem executes diagnostics to verify the integrity of the hardware and software. This state is entered when the modem is first powered up, after a power cycle, or after a user reset.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c PipeLock® The PipeLock® feature enables you to suspend communication between the Internet and your computer with the touch of a button. This provides added security when the cable modem is not in use. When PipeLock is ON, the PipeRider cable modem remains logged on, but direct communication between your computer and your service provider is blocked.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c PipeRider Cable Modem Product Specifications HM 200c DOCSIS Cable Modem HM 201c Euro-DOCSIS Cable Modem Downstream Frequency Range 91-858 MHz 112-858 MHz Bandwidth 6 MHz 8 MHz Modulation 64-QAM or 256-QAM 64-QAM or 256-QAM Bit Rate 25 Mbps (64-QAM), 43 Mbps (256-QAM) 41.7 Mbps (64-QAM), 55.6 Mbps (256-QAM) Forward Error Correction ITU J.83-B per DOCSIS RFI Sec. 4.3.2. ITU-T J.
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PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c FAQs What is the PipeRider cable modem? How do I get started? How do I access the Internet with the PipeRider cable modem? Can I talk on the telephone while using the PipeRider cable modem? Can I watch cable TV while using the PipeRider cable modem? With the connection to the Internet always on, I’m concerned about hackers getting into my computer.
You'll be protected with the PipeRider cable modem PipeLock feature. When you are not actively using the Internet, you can turn PipeLock on with the touch of a button, making your computer inaccessible to outsiders. Return to questions What’s the difference between an Ethernet connection and a USB connection? Both are data-interface options for connecting your computer to the PipeRider cable modem.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Troubleshooting Problem: Cannot connect to the Internet 1. Verify all cables are securely connected to cable modem, computer, and power source. If the power outlet is controlled by a switch, make sure the switch is turned ON. (The PipeRider cable modem should be installed and operated using the cables and power supply provided with the modem. Ericsson does not guarantee performance with any other cables, cable extensions, or power supplies.) 2.
■ ❍ During startup, you should see a screen indicating new hardware detection. In the event of an electrostatic discharge (ESD) to the exposed metal surfaces of the cable modem, the USB port may become inoperable. If this occurs, disconnect and then reconnect the USB cable from the back of the cable modem. If this does not restore USB operation to the cable modem, you should perform a reset by unplugging the modem, waiting for at least 10 seconds, and then plugging it back in. 7.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Glossary 10BaseT An unshielded, twisted pair cable with RJ-45 connectors used with an Ethernet LAN. "10" indicates the speed (10 Mbps), "Base" refers to baseband technology, and "T" means twisted pair cable. Asymmetric Scheme A system in which one spectrum of signal frequencies is assigned to signals moving in one direction and another spectrum of signal frequencies is assigned to signals moving in the opposite direction.
DOCSIS DOCSIS (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification) defines the interface requirements for cable modems providing data distribution over a cable television network. DOCSIS ensures that a network will work properly when DOCSIS modems made by different vendors are connected to it. Download The passing of data from the Headend to the computer. Downstream The direction of a downstream signal is from the headend to the user’s computer.
IP See Internet Protocol IP Address A unique, 32-bit address assigned to every device in a network. An IP address is composed of a network address and a host address. Each network is assigned an address by a government agency, and each company administrator assigns an address to each host computer. ISP See Internet Service Provider LED See Light Emitting Diode Light Emitting Diode A light emitting diode (LED) is a semiconductor device that emits light when voltage is applied between its terminals.
TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is the most commonly used protocol suite for the Internet, which combines TCP and IP. Transmission Control Protocol Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) is a standard that provides transmission control for applications to ensure reliable delivery of data despite changing network conditions. TCP is the transport layer portion of TCP/IP. Trunk Cable The main cable that carries signals in and out of the Service Provider building.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Warranty ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Ericsson Inc. ("the Company") warrants this hardware product, and the Company provided software contained therein ("Product"), against defects in materials and workmanship at the time of purchase or lease and for a period of one year from its original purchase or lease by the end-user.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c End-User License Agreement © Ericsson Inc. 1999-2001- All rights reserved Hardware Product. PipeRider® Cable Modem and PipeLock® Locking Feature. PipeRider® and PipeLock® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ericsson Inc.
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PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Compliances United States of America Canada European Union Australia and New Zealand Japan Taiwan International Export Requirements United States of America This product has been tested in accordance to Underwriters Laboratories (UL) standard 1950 3rd Edition and is listed by Underwriters Laboratories for Information Technology Equipment under file number E205735. UL listings can be verified on the Internet at www.ul.com.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. European Union Suppliers' Declaration of Conformity We, ERICSSON HomeCom, hereby claim sole responsibility for and declare that the product listed below, to which this Suppliers' Declaration of Conformity relates, is in conformity with the following EC Directives, Product Standards, and other Normative Documents listed below, and follows the provisions of: Radio & Telecommunication Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive No.
LVD Safety LVD Safety Test Report(s) CB Certificate No. US/3799A/UL 99NK36432-120899 Australia and New Zealand This device has been tested in accordance to and found in compliance with the following standards. ● AS/NZS 3548: 1995 Class B ● AS/NZS 3260: 1993 + Supp. 1: 1996 ● ACA TS 001-1997 Japan This device has been tested in accordance to and found in compliance with the following standards.
PipeRider® Cable Modem User's Guide HM200c/HM201c Legal Notices Trademarks PipeRider and PipeLock are registered trademarks of Ericsson Inc. Windows and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Mac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. Netscape is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications.
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