Ethernet Over PLC GTV-ETH-2-PLC User Manual www.gefentv.
ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Technical Support: Telephone (818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900 Fax (818) 772-9120 Technical Support Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday thru Friday PST Write To: Gefen Inc. c/o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth, CA 91311 www.gefentv.com support@gefentv.com Notice Gefen Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC is a trademark of Gefen Inc. © 2009 Gefen Inc.
CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Sender Panel Layout 5 Sender Panel Descriptions 6 Receiver Panel Layout 7 Receiver Panel Descriptions 8 GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC Software Installation 11 Connecting The GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC 17 Automatic Security Setup Feature 19 Advanced Configuration 24 Web Configuration 27 Firmware Update Procedure 28 Specifications 29 Warranty
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. Gefen TV Gefen TV is a unique product line catering to the growing needs for innovative home theater solutions. We specialize in total integration for your home theater, while also focusing on going above and beyond customer expectations to ensure you get the most from your hardware. We invite you to explore our distinct product line and hope you find your solutions.
OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC • This device passes all 10/100BASE-T Ethernet network protocols (TCP/ IP, NETBUEI, Microsoft Networking, etc.) at speeds of up to 200Mbps (Full duplex fast Ethernet). • All devices connected to the sending and receiving nodes must be on the same power phase to communicate properly. • Multiple receiving nodes can be used on the same in-house power line system to extend the network to multiple locations.
FEATURES Features • Supports up to 200 Mbps data transmission rate • Extension of up to 200 feet (60 meters) • Web configuration for easy maintenance • Features include IGMP multicast, VLAN, and QOS packet management • 3DES 168 bits encryption used for secure operation • Four RJ-45 Ethernet ports Package Includes (1) GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC sender (1) GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC receiver (1) 3 foot Ethernet Patch Cable (2) Power Adapter Cables 3
SENDER PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 1 2 3 Back Panel 4 Top p Panel 5 6 7 4
SENDER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1. Standby Button Pressing this will put the sending unit in standby mode. The unit will not transfer any information to the receiving unit in this mode. To release standby mode, simply press the button again. 2. Ethernet Input Port Connects to the Ethernet source (i.e a router, computer, or Internet connection) via a standard network cable. 3. Security/Reset Button Pressing this button for 2 seconds will activate the Automatic Security Configuration (please see page 17).
RECEIVER PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 1 2 Back Panel 4 Top p Panel 5 7 7 8 9 10 6 3
RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1. Standby Button Pressing this will put the receiving unit in standby mode. The unit will not transfer any information to the sending unit in this mode. To release standby mode, simply press the button again. 2. Ethernet Input Port ( 1 through 4) Connects to an Ethernet device (i.e a computer or gaming system) via a standard network cable. 4 ports are available for 4 separate devices. 3.
GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC SOFTWARE INSTALLATION How to Connect the GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC Installation of the GefenTV Configuration Assistant 1. Insert the included installation CD-ROM into your computer that will be used to configure the GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC. 2. The auto run will begin the installation process. If auto run does not start or auto run has been disabled, please navigate to “X:\” drive (where X is the drive letter or your CD-ROM drive) and run the “autorun.exe” file. 3.
GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 5. Close all other applications and press the Next button to continue. 6. Please read the license agreement and click on the I Agree button to continue.
GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 7. Please choose the program installation destination. The default location is “C:\ Program Files\Gefen TV Ethernet Over Power Line”. To set your own destination, click on the browse button and navigate to your preferred location. Click the install button to continue. 8. The program files will copy to the specified location in the previous step. When the process is complete, you will see the window below.
CONNECTING THE GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC 1. Connect the source (i.e. computer, router, switch) to the GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC sender unit using the supplied CAT-5e cable. 2. Connect the Ethernet devices (i.e. computer, game system, set-top box) to the GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC receiver unit. Up to four devices are supported. 3. Connect the included power cables to both the GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC sending and receiving units.
CONFIGURING THE GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC Once both the sending and receiving units are linked and powered, basic configuration can proceed. This section of the manual refers to the sending unit as the LOCAL NODE, and the receiving unit as the REMOTE NODE. NOTE: The following steps are for manual configuration of the nodes for a basic secure network. These steps are optional, as the nodes will function with their default settings.
CONFIGURING THE GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC 6. Once all possible nodes have been detected, the program will display all of these nodes as in the window below. The local node that the computer is connected to will appear as the “ETH connected node”. All remote nodes will be listed as “PLC connected nodes”. NOTE: Both the local and remote nodes must use the same Net ID and encryption passwords for proper operation. These will be configured in the next step.
CONFIGURING THE GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC 8. The PLC node configuration screen is separated into the following items: NET ID This is the name of the network. This name must be the same for both the local and remote nodes for proper operation. The NET ID can be an ASCII string up to 20 characters long. ENCRYPTION KEY This is the password needed for network authentication by all nodes. If you wish to set an encryption key, please set the NET ID first.
CONFIGURING THE GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC 9. Once the update is complete, a message will appear to indicate the update was successful. Click on the ok button to continue. 10. Once the update to the remote node is complete, you will be presented with a window that will give the option to either return to the main configuration window or continue with advanced configuration. For basic usage, it will not be necessary to continue to the advanced configuration.
CONFIGURING THE GEFENTV ETHERNET OVER PLC 11. Once the configuration for the remote node is complete, the local node will then have to be configured. Click on the local node which is labeled as the “ETH connected node” and press next to continue. 12. Using the same Net ID and encryption key from the remote node, input the same information into the corresponding fields for the local node. The Alias field should be set to a different name as the remote node for easy identification.
AUTOMATIC SECURITY CONFIGURATION FEATURE To quickly setup the Gefen TV Ethernet Over PLC for secure use, the Automatic Security Configuration Mode (ASCM) can be activated on each node. Follow the below steps to automatically setup a secure connection between multiple nodes. It is important to understand these concepts before proceeding with the Automatic Security Configuration.
AUTOMATIC SECURITY CONFIGURATION FEATURE 1. Connect the computer with the installed Gefen TV software to the node you wish to set as the Master node. 2. Press and hold the Security/Reset button on the node (ASCM), located on the front panel, for approximately 2 seconds. The Power LED should begin to flash RED, then release the button. 3. After approximately 30 seconds, the Power LED should stop flashing and glow solid RED. This indicates that it is now a Master node.
ADVANCED CONFIGURATION There are optional advanced settings that can be configured for each node. The advanced menu can be accessed directly through the main configuration page. Click on the MAC address of the node you wish to configure and click on the advanced button to the left of the node listing. GENERAL Hardware Reset This will reboot the node. Settings made in this menu will be applied once the node is restarted. Factory Reset This will return the node to factory default settings.
ADVANCED CONFIGURATION Firmware Update This section is used to update the node’s firmware from a server location. Please see the Firmware Update section on page 27 for full details. Upgrade Firmware This section is used to update the node’s firmware from a file. Please see the Firmware Update section on page 27 for full details. NETWORK IP Configuration For access to the node’s web configuration tool an IP address must be assigned.
ADVANCED CONFIGURATION MULTICAST IGMP Multicast This option will enable or disable the node’s ability to transmit IGMP multicast data. SECURITY The security tab will allow the user to adjust the configuration password, the encryption password, the network ID, and the alias for the node. For a detailed description of each of these options, please see page 14.
ADVANCED CONFIGURATION VLAN This option will enable or disable the node’s ability to accept VLAN data. If this feature is enabled on one of the nodes, it must be set on all other for VLAN tag packets to pass. QOS QOS (quality of service) is supported for managing traffic between nodes. The supported protocols are: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. TCP port priority UDP port priority 802.
ADVANCED CONFIGURATION ADVANCED QOS QOS (quality of service) prioritization. Rule 1 will be applied to all packets first and then Rule 2. Prioritization protocols are: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
WEB CONFIGURATION If an IP address has been set in the ADVANCE CONFIGURATION PANEL, access to the WEB UTILITY will be enabled. To access the WEB UTILITY, open your web browser and type the ip address into the address field. The IP address is dependant on the IP Configuration Setting assigned on page 20. The IP address can either be assigned by the DHCP server or a static IP address can be manually assigned. AUTHENTICATION The browser should open the authentication page displayed below.
WEB CONFIGURATION MAIN PAGE The main page will display general configuration information. Clicking on the further information link will navigate to a new page with all the current configuration information (see page 26). Clicking on the change configuration link will navigate to a new page where all configuration options will be available for adjustment (see below).
WEB CONFIGURATION The configuration options are as follows: MAC Configuration Network Configuration Multicast Configuration VLAN Configuration Priority Configuration (QOS) Security Configuration Hardware Reset Flash Upgrade Please refer to the ADVANCED CONFIGURATION section, starting on page 19, for information on the above categories. Going back to the main page can be done by clicking on any of the Return to main page links.
FIRMWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE The firmware for the GefenTV Ethernet Over PLC can be updated by FTP, TFTP, or a direct file. The firmware update can be executed from either the ADVANCED CONFIGURATION PANEL, or the WEB UTILITY. UPDATE VIA THE ADVANCED CONFIGURATION PANEL Firmware updates can be accomplished from the General tab in the ADVANCED CONFIGURATION PANEL. See page 19 for instructions on how to enter the ADVANCED CONFIGURATION PANEL. Upgrade Via FTP or TFTP 1. Select the update protocol.
SPECIFICATIONS Standard Support ........................................................ UPA DHS (200 Mbps) PLC Interface .................................... One Power Line port / 4 Ethernet 10/100M Ports Security .......................................................................... 3DES 168 bits encryption Power ................................................................. AC 100~240V / 50~60Hz / 0.15A Power Consumption .............................................
WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.
Rev X3 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 www.gefentv.com fax: 818-772-9120 support@gefentv.
