DOCSIS Cable Modem User’s Manual
Product Name: Manual Revision: Release Date: 2 Cable Modem 1.
Contents Introduction Overview ........................................................................................................................... 4 Features ............................................................................................................................ 4 Package Contents ............................................................................................................. 4 Preparations System Requirement ........................................................
Introduction Overview Thank you for purchasing the DOCSIS-compliant cable modem. This cable modem delivers the highest performance in data over cable technology. Ideal for home and small business users, this easy-to-use communication device offers reliable connectivity as well as remarkable data transfer rates--up to 43Mbps downstream and 10Mbps upstream, 100 times faster than a 56K dial-up modem.
Preparations System Requirements Before connecting the cable modem to your PC, make sure your system is equipped with a LAN controller and supports the TCP/IP protocol. Installing a Network Card If your system does not have an embedded LAN controller, you must install a network interface card as instructed below (assuming that you are using an Ethernet card under the operating system of Windows 98): 1. Install the PCI-L101 card on your motherboard. 2.
Preparations Installing the TCP/IP Protocol • Checking if TCP/IP is already installed 1. Click the Start button on the desktop. In the Settings menu, select Control Panel . Double-click the Network icon 2. In the list of installed network components try to find the TCP/IP protocol. It may be followed by the name of the Ethernet controller. If you cannot locate anything that begins with TCP/IP, install it as described below. . • Adding TCP/IP in Network properties 1. Click Add. 2.
Using the Cable Modem Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 POWER STATUS CABLE PC TEST LED Indicator 1. Power LED State Description ON OFF Modem is powered ON Modem is powered OFF 2. Status LED ON Flashing OFF Modem successfully registered on cable operator’s network Modem is registering on cable operator’s network (While Cable Link LED is flashing) searching for downstream channel 3.
Using the Cable Modem 1 Rear Panel DC+5V/2A 2 Cable 3 4 5 6 Console Reset USB 10/100-BaseT 1. DC +5V/2A Power Input Jack The provided power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack will supply power to the cable modem. 2. RF Connector The connector may be located right next to the power input jack or the serial port.
Using the Cable Modem Take the following steps to accomplish the installation procedure: 1. Connect the cable TV coaxial cable to the input connector of a signal splitter. 2. Connect a coaxial cable from one of the output connectors on the splitter to the input connector of your TV set. 3. Use another coaxial cable to connect the other output connector on the splitter and the RF connector on the rear panel of the cable modem. 4.
Using the Cable Modem Powering Up When all connections have been properly made and the power is ON, the cable modem will automatically start the self-test and search for the active cable channel provided by your cable operator. Now you are all set and ready to surf the internet at a marvelous speed! Multiple Client Configuration The cable modem supports up to 15 pieces of consumer premises equipment.
Product Certifications FCC (Federal Communications Commission Statement) This DOCSIS Cable Modem has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B personal computer and peripherals, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Product Specifications Software Specifications Protocol Support • MCNS DOCSIS 1.
Product Specifications RF Receiver/Transmitter Specifications Downstream (Receiver) Upstream (Transmitter) Frequency Range • 88 to 860 MHz • 5 to 42 MHz Modulation • 64QAM • 256QAM • 30Mbps/64QAM • 42.8Mbps/256QAM • 6MHz • RS (128, 122) Trellis • -15 ~ +15dBmV • QPSK • 16QAM • QPSK 320Kps to 5.12Mbps • 16QAM 640Kbps to 10.24Mbps • 200K, 400K, 800K 1.6M, 3.
Product Specifications Hardware Specification RF Infterface Console CPE Interface • F-Type female 75ohm connector • UART serial interface • 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet (RJ-45) • USB (optional) Dimensions (H x W x D ) • 34.60 x 202.95 x 182.50mm Weight • 470g Power Consumption • 10W (max.) DC Input Voltage • DC +5V Operating Temperature • 32° ~ 104° F (0° ~ 40° C) Non-operating Temp.
