Table of Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview ........................................................................................ 5 1.1 Features ................................................................................................................. 5 1.2 Package Contents.................................................................................................. 6 1.3 Hardware Overview .............................................................................................. 7 1.3.
6.1.1 DSL Connection .................................................................................. 26 6.1.2 Internet Services ................................................................................. 27 Chapter 7: Toolbox ...................................................................................................... 28 7.1 Remote Assistance............................................................................................... 28 7.1.1 Enable Remote Assistance ..................
Chapter 8: Home Network........................................................................................... 46 8.1 Devices ................................................................................................................. 47 8.1.1 View or Modify Device Information.................................................. 48 8.1.2 Assign Game or Application to Device.............................................. 48 8.1.3 Remove a Shared Game or Application ....................................
Product Overview Chapter 1: Product Overview Thank you for choosing Technicolor® Wireless n ADSL2+ Gateway. This Wireless Gateway combines the functionality of an ADSL / ADSL2 / ADSL2+ modem and Internet gateway in one. You can access the Internet and share resources such as printers, scanners, and files, via a wireless connection or through one of the Ethernet ports. The various security features, such as WPS, WPA2, SPI, and NAT, protect your data and privacy online.
Product Overview 1.2 Package Contents Check if the package contains the following items. If any item is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer.
Product Overview 1.3 1.3.1 Hardware Overview Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 No. LED Description Lights up when the device is powered on. 1 Power LED 2 Ethernet LED • • • • Solid GREEN – Indicates normal operation. Flashing GREEN – Firmware upgrade in progress. Solid RED – Indicates malfunction. Off – The device is powered off. • • • Solid GREEN – A wired connection is established. Flashing GREEN – Data transmission is in progress. Off – No wired connection detected.
Product Overview No. LED Description Lights up to indicate the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) connection status. 4 3G or WPS LED • • • • Solid GREEN – WPS-enabled device is connected. Flashing GREEN – 3G card is connected and data transmission is in progress. Flashing RED – WPS or 3G connection failed. Off – WPS is disabled or no 3G card is connected. Lights up to indicate DSL connection status. 5 • Broadband (DSL) • LED • • Flashing GREEN (slow) – DSL line detection in progress.
Product Overview 1.3.2 Rear Panel 1 23 4 No. 5 6 7 8 9 Ports / Buttons Description 1 DSL port Connects to the DSL line using the RJ-11 cable. 2 Reset button Press and hold this button for at least 10 seconds to restore your device to its original factory default setting. 3 LAN LED 1, 2 The LAN LED (1, 2) lights up when a device is connected to the Ethernet port (1, 2).
Installation Chapter 2: Installation Make sure that all devices are powered off before starting installation. Installation Diagram 2.1 Connect the Power 1. Connect the power adapter to the DC In jack of your Wireless Gateway. 2. Plug the power adapter to a wall outlet or a power strip. NOTE: • • Use only the supplied power adapter. Using other power adapters may cause damage to the device. Connect all devices to your Wireless Gateway before connecting the power adapter to a wall outlet.
Installation 2.2 Connect Wired Devices Connect devices such as computers, printers, and other Ethernet-enabled devices to the LAN port of the Wireless Gateway. NOTE: When setting up the Wireless Gateway for the first time, connect the host computer via Ethernet connection. 1. Connect one end of the RJ-45 cable to one of the Ethernet (1, 2, 3, 4) ports of your Wireless Gateway. 2. Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to the Ethernet port of the computer. 3.
Installation 2.4 Connect the Broadband (DSL) 1. Connect one end of the RJ-11 cable to the DSL port of your Wireless Gateway. 2. Connect the other end of the RJ-11 cable to a wall jack with DSL service. 2.4.1 Use a Splitter You need a splitter when connecting the Wireless Gateway to the wall jack that also connects to a telephone. 1. Plug the splitter to the wall jack with DSL service. 2. Connect one end of the RJ-11 cable to the DSL port of your Wireless Gateway. 3.
Configure the Computer Chapter 3: Configure the Computer This chapter will guide you on how to configure your computer according to the operating system you are using. Windows® XP, see below. Windows® Vista, see page 16. Windows® 7, see page 16. 3.1 Windows XP If you are using Windows® XP, follow the instructions below to configure your computer. 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network Connections. 2. Right-click Local Area Connection, then click Properties. 3.
Configure the Computer 3.2 Windows Vista If you are using Windows® Vista, follow the instructions below to configure your computer. 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connections. 2. Right-click Local Area Connection, then click Properties. 3. On the General tab, make sure that Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. If not, check it to enable the Properties button. 4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties. 5.
Access the Wireless Gateway Chapter 4: Access the Wireless Gateway Use the Web Configurations utility to configure your Wireless Gateway. 4.1 Initial Setup 1. Launch the web browser. When your Wireless Gateway is successfully connected to the computer, the web browser is automatically directed to the default IP address of your Wireless Gateway. The Not Connected screen appears. 2. On the address bar, type http://192.168.1.254 then press Enter. The Login screen appears. 3.
Access the Wireless Gateway NOTE: • If the Web Configurations utility has been left idle for some minutes, the system may prompt you to login again; enter the User name and Password. The default user name and password is “tech”. It is advised to change the password, see “Error! Reference source not found.” on page Error! Bookmark not defined.. 4. The Welcome screen appears. Click on Set up my Technicolor Gateway.
Access the Wireless Gateway NOTE: • The required information on the succeeding screens must be obtained from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). 6. Select the DSL account service: Bridge or Routed PP, and then click Next. 7. If you select Routed PPP, skip to step 8. If you select, Bridge, do the following: a. Select the VPI/VCI, and then click Next.
Access the Wireless Gateway b. If your network is using a DHCP server, keep the DHCP Server box checked, if not, remove it. c. Click Next to continue. Then, skip to step 9. 8. If you select Routed PPP, do the following: a. Select the VPI/VCI and Connection Type, and then click Next.
Access the Wireless Gateway b. The Internet Account Settings screen appears. Obtain the necessary information from your ISP. c. Type your Internet account user name in User Name. d. Type your account password in Password and Confirm Password. e. Click Next to continue. 9. The Access Control screen appears. Create your access control account that you will use to login to the web configuration utility. To create the access control account, do the following: a.
Access the Wireless Gateway 11. Review your Wireless Gateway settings, and then click Start to apply the settings. 12. The configuration may take a while to finish. When complete, click Finish. 13. Close the web browser.
Access the Wireless Gateway 4.2 Login For more advanced configuration, access the Technicolor web configuration utility. 1. Launch the web browser. 2. On the address bar, type http://192.168.1.254, and then press Enter. 3. Login with the user name and password you set in the initial setup. 4. Click OK. 4.3 The Interface Once logged in, the Home screen appears. The Home screen provides quick access to the most common functions of your Wireless Gateway. Click an option to access the function.
Access the Wireless Gateway In some screens, shortcut items are available on the bottom of the screen. Click a shortcut to access the page. See example below. 4.4 Using the Menu For more advanced users, use the main menu, located on the left panel of the screen, to configure your Wireless Gateway. Click a menu item, then a submenu to display the page. The following menu items are available: • Home — Displays the Home screen.
Technicolor Gateway Chapter 5: Technicolor Gateway The Technicolor Gateway menu allows you to view the system information and configure the Wireless Gateway. This menu is divided into three sections: Information, Configuration, and Event Logs. 5.1 System Information The System Information page displays the product name, device serial number, and software release information. To view the System Information page, do one of the following: • On the main menu, click Technicolor Gateway > Information.
Technicolor Gateway 5.2 System Configuration The System Configuration page allows you to configure the Internet service and the system date and time, and enable web browsing interception. To view the System Configuration page, click Technicolor Gateway > Configuration. To modify the system configuration, click Configure. 5.2.1 DSL Service Configuration To modify the DSL service configuration, click Configuration Wizard and then follow the instructions on the screen. See “4.1 Initial Setup on page 15”.
Technicolor Gateway 3. Enter the time server to sync the Wireless Gateway with. You can type up to five timer servers. 4. Click Apply to save changes. 5.2.3 Web Browsing Interception 1. On the Web Browsing Interception box, select one of the following: • • Enabled (default) — To enable web browsing interception. Disabled — To disable web browsing interception. When disabled, address based filtering is also disabled. 2. Click Apply to save changes. 5.
Broadband Connection Chapter 6: Broadband Connection The Broadband Connection menu allows you to view and modify the Internet service configuration of your Wireless Gateway. This menu is divided into two sections: DSL Connection and Internet Services. To view the Broadband Connection page, click Broadband Connection. 6.1.1 DSL Connection To view the DSL connection status, do one of the following: • On the Broadband Connection page, click View more under DSL Connection.
Broadband Connection 6.1.2 Internet Services Use the Internet Services page to configure the settings and connect to the Internet. To view the Internet page, do one of the following: • From the Home screen, click Internet • On the Broadband Connection page, click View more under Internet • On the main menu, click Broadband Connection > Internet Services > View More • • • To connect to the Internet, click Connect.
Toolbox Chapter 7: Toolbox The Toolbox menu allows you to protect your network, share games and applications with other people on the Internet, and manage your local network. This menu is divided into eight sections: Remote Assistance, Game & Application Sharing, Parental Control, Firewall, Intrusion Detection, Dynamic DNS, User Management, and Content Sharing. To view the Toolbox page, click Toolbox on the main menu. 7.
Toolbox 7.1.1 Enable Remote Assistance 1. Select the remote assistance Mode: • • Permanent Mode — Once remote assistance is enabled, the remote session only ends when users disable this feature or when the Wireless Gateway is restarted. Temporary Mode — The remote session automatically ends after 20 minutes of inactivity. 2. Enter the URL address to use to remotely access your Wireless Gateway. 3.
Toolbox 7.2.1 Assign a Game or Application Your Wireless Gateway comes with predefined games and applications. Each game or application can be assigned to a network device. 1. To assign a game or application, do one of the following: • • Click Configure on the upper-right corner of the screen. Click the Assign a game or application to a local network device shortcut at the bottom of the screen.
Toolbox 2. To enable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) function, check the Use UPnP box, then click Apply. 3. On the Assigned Games & Applications table, select a game or application on the Game or Application field. 4. On the Device field, select the network device to assign the game or application to. 5. To log access, check the Log box. 6. Click Add to add the assigned entry to the table. 7.2.2 Modify Assigned Game or Application 1. On the main menu, click Toolbox > Game & Application Sharing. 2.
Toolbox 7.2.3 Create a New Game or Application If the game or application is not included in the predefined list, you need to create the game or application. 1. On the main menu, click Toolbox > Game & Application Sharing. 2. From the Game & Application page, click the Create a new game or application shortcut at the bottom of the screen. 3. On Name, type the name of the game or application. 4.
Toolbox a. Select the protocol. b. Enter the incoming port range and the outgoing trigger port. c. Click Add to save the settings. 8. Creating of game or application is complete. 7.2.4 Modify a Game or Application 1. On the main menu, click Toolbox > Game & Application Sharing. 2. From the Game & Application page, click the Modify a game or application shortcut at the bottom of the screen. 3. The list of games and applications appear. Click the Edit button of the game or application you want to modify.
Toolbox 7.3 Parental Control The Parental Control page allows you to filter web sites that a network device may access or be denied access. To view the Parental Control page, do one of the following: • From the Home screen, click Parental Control under Toolbox. • On the main menu, click Toolbox > Parental Control. To configure parental control, click Configure on the upper-right corner of the screen. • • Use Address Based Filter — Check to filter web sites by address.
Toolbox • • Web Site — Enter the URL of the web site to block or allow. Action — Select one of the following options: • Block: To block the web site. • Allow: To allow access to the web site. Redirect: To redirect to another web site if the web site defined on the Web Site field is being accessed. Redirect — If Redirect is selected in Action, enter the URL address to where you want to redirect the site. • • Click Add to save the changes to the table. 7.
Toolbox 7.4.2 Create a New Security Level 1. On the Firewall page, click Configure on the upper-right corner of the screen. 2. Click the Create a new Security Level shortcut at the bottom of the screen. The New Firewall Level screen appears. 3. Enter the name for the new firewall security level. 4. Select a security level. 5. Click Apply to save changes. 7.4.3 Set Filter Rules After you create a new security level, you can set firewall rules. 1.
Toolbox 4. Enter the necessary parameters: • • • • • • • • • • Name — Enter desired firewall rule name Enabled — Check this box to enable this firewall rule. Source Interface — Select the interface to apply the firewall rule. Source Address — Select the firewall source address. User-Defined — If the address is not listed in the Source Address box, enter a user-defined address here. Destination Interface — Select the destination interface. Destination address — Select the destination address.
Toolbox 7.6 Dynamic DNS The Dynamic DNS (DDNS) service allows you to assign a fixed DNS host name to an Internet connection even if it is using a dynamic IP address. As soon as your Wireless Gateway internal connection gets a new IP address, the dynamic DNS service updates the host name entry to the new IP address. The dynamic DNS service relies on servers that link the public IP address to a subscribed DNS host name. To view the Dynamic DNS page, on the main menu, click Toolbox > Dynamic DNS.
Toolbox • • • • • Username — Enter the username provided by the DDNS service provider. Password — Enter the password provided by the DDNS service provider. Confirm Password — Re-type the password to confirm. Service — Select the DDNS service provider where your account is registered. Host — Type the host name. Click Apply to save changes. To use multiple hosts, click the Use multiple hosts shortcut at the bottom of the screen. Then click Add to add host name. 7.
Toolbox 7.7.2 Reset Password To reset a password, on the User Management screen, click on the user account that you want to reset the password. Then click Reset Password. Aside from resetting the password, no other setting can be modified unless by users of higher privileges. 7.7.3 Manage Users To change the default user, click the Set the default user shortcut at the bottom of the screen. To switch to another user, click the Switch to another user shortcut at the bottom of the screen.
Toolbox 7.8.1 Share Content Using Network File Server Your Wireless Gateway supports the Samba function through which you can directly access the data and media files on your storage device with other users on the network. When enabled, the USB storage disk appears on the network folders and is accessible to other devices on the network. To enable this feature, do the following: 1. On the main menu, click Toolbox > Content Sharing. 2.
Toolbox 7.8.2 Share Media Files Using Media Servers You can share media files with media devices like IP set-top boxes. 1. On the main menu, click Toolbox > Content Sharing. 2. On the Content Sharing page, click Configure on the upper-right corner of the screen. 3. On the UPnP AV Media Server section, check the Server Enabled box. 4. Click Apply at the bottom of the screen to save changes. 7.8.3 Share Files Using FTP Server You can share files by FTP.
Toolbox 7.8.5 USB Printer Sharing You can share a USB printer connected to your Wireless Gateway among network devices. Before using USB printer sharing, you must configure the printer server first. Do the following: NOTE: The following illustrations are from a Windows 7 computer. Similar procedures apply to other Windows OS versions. 1. Connect the USB printer to your Wireless Gateway USB port. 2. Have the printer software ready on your computer. 3. Open Devices and Printer, and click Add a printer. 4.
Toolbox d. Type the host name or IP address of your Wireless Gateway. f. Select Custom, then click Settings. e. Check Query the printer and automatically select the driver to use. k. Click Next to continue. g. Enter the port name or IP address of your Wireless Gateway. h. Select LPR. i. Select LPR Byte Counting Enabled. j. Click OK.
Toolbox l. If the computer cannot detect the printer driver, select your printer from the list, then click Next. m. Type desired Printer name, then click Next. n. Select Do not share this printer. p. Print a test page. o. Click Next to continue. q. Click Finish when done.
Toolbox 7.8.6 3G Dongle Sharing You can share a 3G network when a USB 3G dongle is connected to your Wireless Gateway. 1. Plug the USB 3G dongle to the USB port of your Wireless Gateway. 2. If the 3G dongle is supported, the Wireless Gateway automatically detects the 3G dongle in Home Network > Interfaces. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions on how to set up the access point and PIN of the 3G dongle.
Home Network Chapter 8: Home Network The Home Network menu displays the network configuration of your Wireless Gateway, along with interfaces and connected devices. This menu is divided into two sections: Devices and Interfaces. To view the Home Network page, click Home Network on the main menu. 8.1 Devices This page displays the devices connected on your network via the Wireless Gateway Ethernet ports.
Home Network 8.1.1 View or Modify Device Information 1. Click the device name. The device information is displayed on screen. 2. To modify the device information, click Configure on the upper right corner of the screen. 3. Type desired device name in New Name. 4. Select the device type in Type. 5. To assign a static IP address, check the Always use the same IP address box. 6. Click Apply to save changes. 8.1.2 Assign Game or Application to Device 1. Click the device name.
Home Network 8.1.4 Assign a Public IP Address to Device The Assign Public IP page allows you to assign the public IP address of your Internet connection to a specific device on your local network. 1. Cick Home Network > Devices. 2. Click the Assign the public IP address of a connection to a device shortcut. The Assign Public IP screen appears. 3. Click Edit. 4. On Device, select the network device that you want to assign the public IP address. 5. Click Apply.
Home Network 8.2.1 Local Network Interface Click Home Network > Interfaces > LocalNetwork to open the Local Network page. This page displays the interface information including the TCP/IP configuration, IP Addresses, DHCP pool. To modify the settings, click Configure on the upper-right corner of the screen. To use a DHCP Server, check the Use DHCP Server box, then click Apply. To Add an IP Address 1. On the IP Addresses table, type the IP address you want to add on the first box. 2.
Home Network To Modify the DHCP Pool 1. Click the Edit button of the pool you want to modify. The LAN_Private screen appears. • • • • • • • • Interface — Displays the current network interface. Start Address — Type the starting address of the DHCP pool. End Address — Type the ending address of the DHCP pool. Subnet Mask — Type the subnet mask. Gateway — Type the gateway. Primary DNS — Type the primary DNS. Secondary DNS — Type the secondary DNS.
Home Network 8.2.2 Wireless Access Point Click Home Network > Interfaces > WLAN to open the Wireless Access Point page. This page displays the information of your wireless network. To view the advanced settings, click Details on the upper-right corner of the screen. To Configure the Wireless Network Click Configure on the upper-right corner of the screen. • • • • • • • • Interface Enabled — Check to enable the wireless access point. Physical Address — Displays the MAC address of the wireless device.
Home Network Broadcast Network Name — Check the box to enable wireless devices to see the SSID of your wireless network. • Encryption — Select an encryption method: • Disabled: No encryption. • Use WEP Encryption — To use WEP encryption. • Use WPA-PSK Encryption — To use a WPA-PSK encryption for more security. Use WEP Encryption • • • WEP Key Length — Select the key length. WEP Encryption Key — Type the desired encryption key. Users need to enter this passkey to connect to the wireless network.
Appendix Appendix A. Wireless Considerations Connection Performance A number of factors affect wireless connections. To ensure high-range and stable connectivity, do the following: 1. Keep the Wireless Gateway and other wireless devices away from obstructions, such as walls or buildings. Each obstruction can reduce the range of a wireless device. 2. Keep the Wireless Gateway and other wireless devices away from devices that produce radio frequency (RF) noise, such as microwave ovens or radios. 3.
Appendix B. Regulatory & Safety Information Wireless LAN, Health and Authorization Radio frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from Wireless LAN devices. The energy levels of these emissions however are far much less than the electromagnetic energy emissions from wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Wireless LAN devices are safe for use frequency safety standards and recommendations.
Appendix • • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2.
Appendix CE statement Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
Appendix C. Specifications IC • • • • • • Main chip: RTL8672-VK AFE: RTL8271B-VR Ethernet: RTL8305N-GR WiFi: RTL8192CE-GR DDR1: 32MB Flash: 8 MB Serial User Interface • • • • ADSL2+: POTS 2x2 11n 2.