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HL129EP

SMARTLINK HOMEPLUG AV2

1200MBPS WITH PASS THROUGH

V1.0

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Contents About the Device ........................................................................................................ 4

How Does It Work? ....................................................................................... 5

Direct Connection ........................................................................................ 6

Device Design .............................................................................................................. 7

Getting Started ............................................................................................................. 9

Planning Your Network .............................................................................. 10

Pairing the Device ...................................................................................... 12

How to Use the Simple Connect Button ................................................. 13

Power Saving Mode ................................................................................... 23

Setup the HomePlug AV2s ........................................................................ 24

For Twin Pack ............................................................................................... 24

For Single Pack ............................................................................................ 24

About the HomePlug AV Utility ................................................................................ 25

Requirements .............................................................................................. 25

Installation .................................................................................................... 26

Opening HomePlug AV Utility ................................................................... 27

The User Interface ....................................................................................... 27

Home ............................................................................................................ 28

Private Network Name .............................................................................. 29

Quality of Service........................................................................................ 33

Devices ......................................................................................................... 34

Firmware Upgrade ...................................................................................... 35

Appendix ..................................................................................................................... 37

FCC Statement ........................................................................................... 37

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About the Device

A common household problem nowadays focuses on one thing: Internet Access

availability. Bandwidth hungry devices often placed in separate rooms such as

HDTVs, game consoles, computers, and IP Set top boxes, demand unhindered high-

quality data transmissions to reach their optimum performance. These are often

resolved by using drastic lengths of cables which are often considered impractical

when considering todays innovation. HL129EP, Aztechs fastest and reliable

1200Mbps HomePlug AV2 compliant device, uniquely answers to this need. It

provides not only a lot of great networking benefits but is also a device which does

not involve complex configurations to setup, is easy to use, and at the same time

energy efficient as well.

The HL129EP was designed with the valued customers in mind. To maximize the

usage of power outlets, the HL129EP is built with its own pass through. In concept,

you are simply plugging in a power outlet into your power outlet. No power outlets

are wasted whenever you are using your HL129EP. It is truly innovation at its finest. In

addition, it is built with (2) Gigabit Ethernet ports. This allows you to connect two

Ethernet devices (e.g. computer, laptop) directly to your HomePlug.

HomePlug AV/AV2 devices unlike regular routers and access points that are easily

hindered by distance and walls, makes use of your homes existing electrical wiring

as a path to create a secured network of computers and Ethernet devices. This

means that your internet connection is not easily hindered by walls and other

interferences emitted by regular household devices. Your network basically flows

within your walls! In addition, your HomePlug AV2 is a powerline networking

technology specifically made to meet bandwidth hungry multimedia devices within

your home, allowing it to become a great partner when doing HD A/V streaming,

online gaming, and other internet activities that are known for high bandwidth

consumption. HomePlug AV2 devices are also backward compatible to other

HomePlug AV technologies, allowing it to work with previous HomePlug AV

innovations as well.

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How Does It Work? HomePlug AV2 utilizes the existing electrical wiring in the house as a path to create a

secured network of computers and Ethernet devices. With a maximum data rate of

up to 1Gbps, HomePlug AV2 can reliably handle high requirement applications like

broadband Internet, high definition video streaming, and Voice over IP.

HomePlug AV2 converts digital signals to a complex analog signal that traverses

along the electrical wires. When receiving the analog signal, HomePlug AV2

converts the analog signal back to digital. To make the signal secured, a 128-bit AES

encryption is applied.

A HomePlug AV2 device can only communicate with other HomePlug AV2 devices

that use the same Private Network Name. The Private Network Name can be easily

changed in two ways. (1) is through the HomePlug AV2 Utility software. It can be

changed manually using the HomePlug AV2 Utility software on a computer with a

Windows operating system. When you use the software, you have to manually type

the Private Network Name for the device; (2) Is through the Simple Connect button.

The Simple Connect button automatically creates an encrypted Private Network

Name. It can also be used to reset the Private Network Name or to add a device

into an existing HomePlug AV2 network.

Note: HomePlug AV2 devices are effective when used in pairs. The Twin

packs are already configured to use a common Private Network Name

unique for that pair and are ready to use without involving any complex

configurations. The HomePlug AV2 from a Single Pack on the other hand,

uses a random Private Network Name. You still need to change its Private

Network Name to allow it to communicate with an existing HomePlug AV2

network.

When a HomePlug AV2 communicates with another device, the Powerline Activity

LED color will indicate the status of the connection rate it provides: Red means

below 30 Mbps; Amber means 30 to 80 Mbps; and Green means more than 80

Mbps.

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Direct Connection

For best performance, connect the HomePlug AV2 directly to a wall outlet. Avoid

connecting it to a power strip where other electrical devices are connected. Other

devices produce electrical noise or interferences that may affect the overall

performance of your HomePlug AV2.

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Device Design

Label Status Description/ Function

Power

LED

OFF No power.

ON

HomePlug AV2 is on a Power Saving Status if the

Power LED is blinking slowly.

When Simple Connect is pressed for 10 seconds,

this LED will turn OFF and turn ON to confirm the

Private Network Name reset.

After Simple Connect is pressed for 2 seconds, this

LED will blink to confirm the button press.

Label Description/ Function

Ethernet

Port Accepts either cross or straight Ethernet cable.

Reset

Button

Press for 3 seconds then release button to reset to the factory

default settings. When you reset to the factory default, all your

configuration changes will be removed.

Simple

Connect

Button

When Simple Connect is pressed for 10 seconds, it will

randomize the Private Network Name.

Press 2 seconds to join or add to another network.

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If Reset Button is pressed for 3 seconds, this LED will

turn OFF and turn ON.

Powerline

Activity

OFF Device is not connected to a HomePlug AV2 network.

ON

When Simple Connect is pressed for 10 seconds,

this LED will turn OFF to confirm the Private

Network Name reset.

This LED is steady in color when the device is part

of a HomePlug AV2 network.

The LED colors represents the connection rate

within the HomePlug AV2 network whether it is

good (red), better (amber), or best (green).

Ethernet

Activity

LEDs

1 & 2

OFF An Ethernet device is connected to the corresponding

port.

ON

The corresponding LED is steady when an

Ethernet device is connected.

When Simple Connect is pressed for 10 seconds,

this LED will turn OFF and turn ON to confirm the

Private Network Name reset. (Ethernet is

connected)

The LED flashes to indicate Ethernet activity.

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Getting Started

Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart below provides an outline of the steps you need

to complete the installation. There are brief descriptions beside each step to help you along.

Detailed instructions are provided in the subsequent pages.

Setup the

HomePlug AV2

Plan your Network

Ready to Use

(Optional) Install HomePlug

AV2 Utility

Software

Use an Ethernet cable to

connect the HomePlug AV2 to

your computer or Ethernet

device.

Install HomePlug AV2 Utility to

apply manual configuration

changes and monitor device

activity.

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Planning Your Network Before moving ahead to setup your network, it is a good idea to draw out a network

diagram to help identify your network devices and plan out how to connect these

devices.

Local Network

Share ultrafast Internet connection with any computer wherever it is in the house.

Gaming Network

Connect your gaming console to the Internet and compete with other online

players.

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Entertainment Network

Experience IP TV streaming into your home entertainment system.

Media Network

Realize your high tech lifestyle by converging your IP devices into a single network.

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Pairing the Device

Your HomePlug AV2 devices by default are preconfigured to have a common

Private Network Name. Setting up your HomePlug AV2 network is as easy as 1,2 and

3.

1. It is advisable that you plug in your HomePlug AV2 devices side by side to easily

observe the LED behaviors of each HomePlug AV2. Wait until the Power and PL-

ACT LED turns ON to confirm that the connection has been established

2. In ROOM A plug in your HomePlug AV2 into the wall socket then connect it to

your modem routers Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable.

3. In ROOM B plug in your HomePlug AV2 into the wall socket then connect it to

your computers Ethernet Port using an Ethernet cable. Your HomePlug AV2 is

now ready to use.

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How to Use the Simple Connect Button

Simple Connect provides a more convenient way of creating your HomePlug AV2

network without the need to open the HomePlug AV2 Utility software from a

computer. The button has three main functions which include:

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Resetting the Private Network Name

Simple Connect allows you to reset the HomePlug AV2s Private Network Name to a

random key. When a HomePlug AV2 is reset to a random key, it will not be able to

communicate with any other device. Note: Resetting the Private Network Name is

different from resetting the device to its factory default settings. If you intend to reset

the device to its factory default settings, press RESET on the device for 3 seconds.

To reset the Private Network Name using Simple Connect:

Step 1

On HomePlug X, Press the Simple

Connect button for 10 seconds. Power

LED and Ethernet LED will turn OFF and

turn ON (Ethernet is connected). The

Powerline Activity LED will switch OFF

on both units.

Step 2

On the second adapter (HomePlug Y),

press the Simple Connect button for 2

seconds and do it on the first adapter

to pair the devices. The Power LED will

blink to indicate that the button is

pressed.

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Creating a Secured HomePlug AV2 Network

To create a HomePlug AV2 network, you need at least two HomePlug AV2 devices

using random Private Network Names. When you press Simple Connect for 10

seconds on both devices, a common Private Network Name will be automatically

generated to enable them to communicate with each other.

Note: New HomePlug AV2 can already communicate with each other once out of

the box and plugged. However, if you intend to create a new Private Network

Name using Simple Connect for both devices, you need to reset their Private

Network Names to a random key before proceeding.

To create a Secured HomePlug AV2 network using Simple Connect:

Step 1

Plug your HomePlug AV2s side by side where you can easily observe the LED

behavior.

Upon connection, the Ethernet LEDs will blink simultaneously and then the Power

LED and Powerline Activity LED lights on steadily.

Press the Simple Connect button of HomePlug AV2 X for 10 seconds. Powerline

Activity LED will turn OFF. Power LED will Turn OFF and ON indicating that the Private

Network Name has been randomized.

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Step 2

Press the Simple Connect button for 2 seconds on HomePlug Y. After you release the

button, the Power LED will blink. If the Power LED did not blink, press Simple

Connect again for two seconds.

Step 3

Press Simple Connect for two seconds on HomePlug X. After you release the button,

the Power LED will blink. If the Power LED did not blink, press Simple Connect

again for two seconds.

Pairing between two devices are only given two minutes upon pressing the Simple

Connect button for two seconds on HomePlug Y. After pressing Simple Connect on

HomePlug Y, make sure to press Simple Connect on HomePlug X within two minutes

to ensure a successful connection, otherwise repeat steps 2 and 3 until the LEDs of

both devices switch OFF and on twice, indicating that they are paired with one

another.

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Step 4

To confirm if the connection was established, check the LEDs. The Power LEDs and

the Powerline Activity LEDs on both HomePlugs are ON.

Step 5

Unplug the HomePlug AV2s and then connect them to your Ethernet devices using

the Ethernet cables from the product package. After connecting the Ethernet

cable, plug the HomePlugs directly to a wall outlet.

An Ethernet-enabled device can be a router, computer, hub, gaming console, IP

phone, network printer, or IP TV set-top box.

Note: HomePlug AV2s work best when connected directly to a wall socket. It is

suggested to avoid plugging a HomePlug AV2 to a power strip or power extension

as much as possible. Other electrical devices plugged in the power strip produce

electrical noise that may affect the overall performance of the HomePlug.

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Joining an Existing Secured HomePlug AV2

Network

To enable a new device to join an existing network, Simple Connect will copy the

Private Network Name of the existing network to the new HomePlug AV2. You only

have to pair the new HomePlug AV2 device to any of the devices within the existing

HomePlug AV2 Network by pressing the Simple connect. If you pressed Simple

Connect from multiple HomePlug AV2s, only the signal from the first two devices will

be processed.

To join an existing Secured HomePlug AV2 network using Simple

Connect:

Step 1

Plug HomePlug X (your new HomePlug) beside one of your existing HomePlug

AV/AV2 devices. It is important to ensure that you can easily observe the LED

behaviors of the HomePlugs in your home.

Upon connection, HomePlug Xs LEDs will blink simultaneously and then the Power

LED lights ON steadily. Ethernet LED will be ON if there are Ethernet devices

connected to its Ethernet ports.

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Step 2

Press Simple Connect for 10 seconds from HomePlug X. After you release the button,

The Power LED and Ethernet LED would blink.

Note: If the Power and Ethernet LED did not blink, press Simple Connect again for 10

seconds.

Step 3

Press Simple Connect Button for two seconds on HomePlug Y (existing HomePlug).

After you release the button, the Power LED will continuously blink. If the Power

LED did not blink, press Simple Connect again for two seconds.

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Step 4

Press Simple Connect Button again on the HomePlug X within two minutes after you

press Simple Connect from the existing network.

Step 5

To confirm if the connection was established, check the LEDs. The Power LEDs and

the Powerline Activity LEDs on all HomePlugs are on.

If the Powerline Activity LED on HomePlug X is off, this means the pairing was

unsuccessful. You have to repeat steps 1 to 4 again until all LEDS in all HomePlug

AV/AV2 devices are ON.

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Step 6

Unplug HomePlug Z and then connect it to your Ethernet device using the Ethernet

cables from the product package. After connecting the Ethernet cable, plug

HomePlug Z directly to a wall outlet. An Ethernet-enabled device can be a router,

computer, hub, gaming console, IP phone, network printer, or IP TV set-top box.

Note: HomePlug AV2s work best when connected directly to a wall socket. It is

suggested to avoid plugging a HomePlug AV2 to a power strip or power extension

as much as possible. Other electrical devices in the power strip produce electrical

noise that may affect the overall performance of the HomePlug.

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Determining Connection Rate

Each LED color of the Powerline Activity represents a connection rating. The

connection rating can only be calculated when the device is part of an existing

network. The exact connection rate value can also be viewed by using the

HomePlug AV2 Utility. The connection rating is present on both GBR and DEU

devices.

Good

(Red)

Better

(Amber)

Best

(Green) Connection rate is

less than 30 Mbps

Connection rate is

between 30 to 120 Mbps

Connection rate is

more than 120 Mbps

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Power Saving Mode

After 15 minutes of Ethernet inactivity, HomePlug AV2 will enter Power Saving Mode.

The Power LED will start BLINKING slowly to indicate its Power Saving Status.

GBR Plug

DEU Plug

Conditions of a HomePlug AV2 on a Power saving mode:

- Power LED is blinking slowly

- Powerline Activity LED and Ethernet LED are turned OFF.

- When connected to a PC or Laptop, if there is network card inactivity,

HomePlug AV2 is also on a Power Saving mode.

Note: If another device is on a Power Saving Mode, the HomePlug AV2 Utility may

detect the device but would be unable to configure its respective setting.

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Setup the HomePlug AV2s

For Twin Pack

HomePlug AV2s from a Twin Pack are preconfigured to have a common Private

Network Name unique for that pair. All you have to do is connect the HomePlug

AV2s to an Ethernet device and then plug it to a wall socket.

To setup a pair of HomePlug AV2s:

1. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable to your Ethernet device and then

connect the other end to HomePlug AV2.

2. Connect the HomePlug AV2 to a wall socket.

3. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable to your other Ethernet device and then

connect the other end to HomePlug AV2.

4. Connect the HomePlug AV2 to a wall socket.

For Single Pack

A HomePlug AV2 from a single pack uses a random Private Network Name that

prevents it from communicating with other HomePlug AV2s. To add it into an existing

network, you need to use either the Simple Connect button or the HomePlug AV2

Utility software to change the random Private Network Name to the Private Network

Name being used by the existing HomePlug AV2 network.

To add a HomePlug AV2 to an existing network:

1. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable to your Ethernet device and then

connect the other end to your new HomePlug AV2.

2. Connect the HomePlug AV2 to a wall socket.

3. Add the new HomePlug AV2 by using either Simple Connect or the HomePlug

AV2 Utility software. To use Simple Connect, please refer to Joining an Existing

HomePlug AV2 Network. To use the HomePlug AV Utility, please refer to

Private Network Name.

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About the HomePlug AV Utility

The HomePlug AV Utility is a software that allows you to manually configure your

HomePlug AV/AV2 devices. It is mainly used for changing the Private Network

Name, detecting other HomePlug AV/AV2s in the network, and measuring the

throughput of your HomePlug AV/AV2 devices. Installation is straightforward and the

user interface is easy to use.

Note: To use the HomePlug AV Utility, you need a computer using a Windows

operating system with the .NET Framework installed. If you do not have .NET installed,

the HomePlug AV installer will install it for you.

Requirements

Your computer must meet the following requirements:

Windows XP (32 and 64 bit), Vista (32 and 64 bit), Windows 8 (32 and 64 bit)

300 MHz Processor

128 Mb of RAM

.NET Framework

Windows Installer 3.1 for Windows XP (32 and 64 bit)

Network Interface Card

CD-ROM

128 Mb of free hard disk space

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Installation

To install HomePlug AV2 Utility:

1. Insert the Resource CD that comes with HomePlug AV2 into the CD-ROM

drive.

2. Click the Start button, and then click Run.

3. In the Run dialog box, type D:\Setup.exe (where D: is your CD-ROM drive),

and then click OK.

4. Follow the instructions on the installation wizard.

Two applications will be installed in your computer (1) HomePlug AV Utility

will be installed first followed by (2).NET Framework. The installer detects any

version of .NET Framework in your computer.

If .NET Framework is not installed, a dialog box opens to ask if you would like to

install .NET Framework. Click Yes. The .NET Framework will not be installed if the

required version is already in your computer.

Operating System .NET Framework version to be

installed

XP /Vista/Windows 7 32-bit .NET Framework 3.5 SP 1 32-bit

XP /Vista/Windows 7 64-bit .NET Framework 3.5 SP 1 64-bit

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Opening HomePlug AV Utility

Two ways to open HomePlug AV Utility:

Right-click the HomePlug AV Utility desktop shortcut and then select Open.

Click the Start button, click Programs, click HomePlug AV, click HomePlug AV

Ethernet Adapter, and then click HomePlug AV Utility.

The User Interface

The HomePlug AV Utility user interface is divided into multiple tabs. These tabs

include:

Home

Private Network Name

Quality of Service

Devices

Firmware Upgrade

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Home

The Home menu provides a list of all the possible tasks you can perform in the

HomePlug AV Utility.

To start a task:

1. Select the network card connected to your HomePlug AV/AV2 device. This is

most helpful when you have more than one network card in your computer.

When you select a network card, the MAC Address of the HomePlug AV/AV2

connected to your computer appears. If there is no HomePlug AV/AV2

connected to your computer, no MAC address will appear.

2. Select a task. there are four possible tasks you can perform as seen below:

Change the Private Network Name

Change the QoS settings

View devices in the network

Upgrade the firmware

When you select any of the tasks available, you will be forwarded to the

respective tab of the selected task you have chosen.

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Private Network Name

The Private Network Name menu provides the function to manually change the

Private Network Name of both local and remote HomePlug AV/AV2s devices. A

Private Network Name is a string of 8 to 64 characters which enables HomePlug AV2

devices to communicate with each other.

If you intend to create multiple networks, you can assign different Private Network

Names among your devices. However, you have to ensure that at least two

HomePlug AV/AV2s have a similar Private Network Name. A HomePlug that uses a

unique or random Private Network Name will be unable to communicate with other

devices which use a different random Private Network Name.

Note: In case you cannot connect into the network after changing the Private

Network Name, please POWER CYCLE the device.

To POWER CYCLE the device, disconnect and then reconnect your HomePlug to the

wall socket.

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Local Private Network Name

Local Private Network Name refers to the Private Network Name of a HomePlug

directly connected to the computer where you are using the HomePlug AV Utility.

To change the local Private Network Name:

1. Launch the HomePlug AV Utility.

2. Click Private Network Name.

3. Type the new Private Network Name.

This field is case sensitive. It accepts 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters

including punctuation marks but no spaces.

4. Click Apply. When the process is complete, the message Settings Applied

appears.

Remote Private Network Name

Without leaving your computer, you can remotely change the Private Network

Name of HomePlug AV/AV2 devices provided that they are using the same Private

Network Name as your local HomePlug AV/AV2. You cannot change the Private

Network Name of remote devices that are not currently networked with your local

HomePlug AV/AV2 device.

Note: When changing the Private Network Name of remote devices, you will need

the Device ID that is displayed on the device label of each HomePlug. It will be

more helpful if you list down the Device ID of all your HomePlugs to enable you to

remotely change their settings using the HomePlug AV Utility software.

To remotely change the Private Network Name of a HomePlug AV/AV2:

1. Launch the HomePlug AV Utility.

2. Click Private Network Name.

3. Type the new Private Network Name.

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This field is case sensitive. It accepts 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters

including punctuation marks but no spaces.

4. Tick the Change Private Network Name of remote device checkbox.

5. Type the Device ID of the remote device. This can be found on the device

label seen on the example provided below.

6. Click Apply. When the process is complete, the message Settings Applied

would appear.

After changing the Private Network Name of the remote HomePlug AV/AV2

device, it will no longer be able to communicate with your local HomePlugs

not unless you are using a similar Private Network Name for your local

HomePlugs.

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Simulate Simple Connect Button

Simulate Simple Connect Button allows you to apply functionalities without manually

pressing the Simple Connect button on a HomePlug AV/AV2 device. However, do

take not that this feature only works on local devices.

Simple Connect. Click to search and pair with another device or search and join

an existing HomePlug AV/AV2 network.

NMK Randomize Click to reset to a random Private Network Name. A HomePlug

AV/AV2 using a random Private Network Name will be disconnected from the

HomePlug network and will not be able to communicate with other devices until

it forms a new network or joins an existing network.

AVLN Status Displays the HomePlug AV/AV2 Logical Network membership status

number.

Note: The Simulate Simple Connect Button functions from

HomePlug AV2 Utility can be used for HomePlug AV2 versions

with or without the Simple Connect button on the device.

To simulate a Simple Connect function:

1. Connect a HomePlug AV/AV2 to your computer.

2. Select a Simulate Simple Connect Button action:

a. Simple Connect

b. PNN Randomize

c. AVLN Status

3. Click Simulate Button Push.

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Quality of Service

Quality of Service gives you the capability to prioritize particular applications within

your network. QoS is not enabled by default.

QoS Modes:

Online Game/Internet. Prioritizes data

streaming.

Audio or Video. Prioritizes data streaming

multimedia streaming.

Voice over IP. Prioritizes voice

applications.

To enable QoS:

1. Open HomePlug AV2 Utility.

2. Click Quality of Service.

3. Check Enable QoS.

4. Select a QoS mode.

5. Click Apply. When the process is complete, the message Settings Applied

appears.

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Devices

Devices displays information about remote HomePlug AV2s detected in the

network. Only HomePlug AV2s using the same Private Network Name as the local

HomePlug AV2 will appear in the Remote Devices list.

The Devices page displays the following information:

TEI. Displays the Terminal Equipment Identifier.

Device MAC address. Displays the HomePlug AV/AV2 MAC Addresses.

Bridge MAC Address. Displays the MAC Address of the Ethernet

network adapter connected to the HomePlug AV/AV2.

Connection Rate. Displays the Transmit and Receive connection rates.

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Firmware Upgrade

Use Firmware Upgrade to upgrade the firmware of your HomePlug AV2. After

upgrading the firmware, HomePlug AV2 will still retain the same Private Network

Name and MAC address settings. Before you proceed with the upgrade, you need

to have both (1) the configuration file (PIB extension) and (2) the firmware file (NVM

extension). You can download upgrade files from the products Web site.

NOTE: It is highly recommended to use OFFICIALLY RELEASED Aztech Firmware only.

These can be downloaded from the Aztech Support Website

(www.aztech.com/support).

To upgrade the firmware of a HomePlug AV/AV2:

1. Connect your HomePlug AV/AV2 to the computer where you are using the

HomePlug AV Utility.

2. Launch the HomePlug AV Utility.

3. Click Firmware Upgrade.

4. Click Browse to select the location of the configuration and firmware files.

The configuration file has a PIB extension while the firmware file has an NVM

extension. After you select the location of the configuration and firmware

files, the upgrade will immediately start.

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To reset to factory default:

1. Connect the HomePlug AV/AV2 to the computer where you are using

HomePlug AV Utility.

2. Launch the HomePlug AV Utility.

3. Click Factory Default.

Note: You can also perform a reset to the factory default when you press the

RESET button on the device 3 seconds.

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Appendix

FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B

digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the

equipment OFF and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by

one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

Increase the separation between the equipment or devices

Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receivers

Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance

European Regulations The product has been designed, tested and manufactured according to the

European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC.

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Safety Warnings

For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions.

Do not open the device. Opening or removing the device cover can expose

you to dangerous high voltage points or other risks. Only qualified service

personnel can service the device. Please contact your vendor for further

information.

Do not use your device during a thunderstorm. There may be a risk of electric

shock brought about by lightning.

Do not expose your device to dust or corrosive liquids.

Do not use this product near water sources.

Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports.

Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the device.

User Manual

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User Manual

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Manualsnet FAQs

If you want to find out how the HL129EP Aztech works, you can view and download the Aztech HL129EP HomePlug User Manual on the Manualsnet website.

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