Table of Contents Introduction 1 The perfect complement for a Wi-Fi connection 2 Package content 2 How to install the PowerGrid 902 5 How to use a power strip with the PG902 6 How to add a new Powerline to your existing network 7 How to understand the STATUS LED colours 9 Frequently Asked Questions 9 Product disposal instructions 13 EC declaration of conformity 14 Introduction The PG902 Powerline Ethernet adapter you have just acquired is part of Comtrend’s Powerline family: • PG902 – The
The perfect complement for a Wi-Fi connection Powerline adapters are the ideal way of creating a home network or complementing an existing Wi-Fi connection. By providing a secure high speed connection and great service quality, Powerlines allow you to watch Standard and High Definition (HD) movies as well as play online games without interruption or pixilation; share photos, music and other media stored on a PC or compatible storage device anywhere in your home.
LEDs and Buttons: The PG902 has been designed to be as user friendly as possible. There are just three LED lights and two buttons on the unit. They are described on this page and the next. LEDs 1. AP/STBY 2. ETHERNET 3.
Functions Button CONFIG/ RESET Action Press for one (1) second. First time: LEDs are turned OFF Second time: LEDs are turned ON Result All LEDs will turn off, but the Powerline will still be working. Great if you are watching movies in a dark room See page 7 for more information on how to add extra Powerline adapters to your network Press for ten (10) seconds This will return the adapter to Performs a Factory setting its original factory settings.
How to install the PowerGrid 902 Comtrend’s PG902 starter kit, supplied in pairs, comes ready to use; the Powerline adapters are paired in our factory so they will recognize each other, which makes setup this easy: 1. Plug both PG902 adapters into an electrical socket a. One next your router (or modem) b. One next to the device you will connect to your network 2. The Status LEDs on both PG902 adapters will light up RED 3.
Shortly, you will see the Ethernet LED blinking; this indicates that there is data traffic going through the PG902. You are now ready to start using your network. How to use a power strip with the PG902 If you are planning to use a power strip we recommend that you plug the power strip in to the Powerline and not the Powerline into the power strip.
How to add a new Powerline to your existing network Comtrend Powerline pairs are paired in the factory for your convenience and security. However if you need to add more adapters to your existing network you will need to follow some easy steps in order to keep your network secure. The following procedure applies to both Powerline DH10PF and PG902 adapters. MAKE SURE THAT ALL OF YOUR POWERLINES ARE CONNECTED TO THE MAINS. AP/STBY Step 1: Identify the current AP (access point) adapter.
Step 3: On your AP adapter (Step 1), press the CONFIG/RESET button until the AP LED starts blinking. AP/STBY ETHERNET STATUS CONFIG RESE T ON STBY Powerline Ethernet Adapter with Filter AP/STBY ETHERNET STATUS CONFIG RESE T ON STBY Powerline Ethernet Adapter with Filter Step 4: On the NEW EP adapter you are adding to your network (step 2), press the CONFIG/RESET button until the AP LED starts flashing. The NEW EP adapter AP LED will flash 3 times and the STATUS LED will turn ON.
How to understand the STATUS LED colours The STATUS LED provides important information that will provide solutions to common questions, such as why a High Definition (HD) movie is not showing or shows with pixels. The STATUS LED indicator will vary its colour depending on the estimated speed of the Powerline connection. The speed is measured in Megabits Per Second (Mbps).
point the adapter has been designated as a Fixed AP with an auto generated Network ID and Encryption key and its AP/ STBY LED lights GREEN. 3. Why is SDTV video not streaming? • Check the STATUS indicator LED in the adapter connected to the STB. • If the indicator is RED this means that the PLC link is not able to play an SDTV streaming. • Try to reposition the adapter into another outlet in order to obtain an ORANGE or GREEN indication.
5. Why is HDTV video not streaming? • Check the status indicator LED in the adapter connected to the set top box (STB). • If the indicator is RED or ORANGE this means that the Powerline link is not able to stream HDTV. • Try to reposition the adapter in another outlet in order to obtain a GREEN indication. • If the indicator is GREEN, it should now be able to play a HDTV video.
10. How can I check that my Powerline Adapters are working properly? • Your Powerline Adapters are set to work together as a pair, and should work perfectly out of the box. The best way to test them is to find a double plug socket, and plug them in next to each other. Often the best place to find a double plug socket is in your kitchen. Alternatively plug them into a trailing extension strip (but not an anti-surge strip).
Product disposal instructions The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its working life.
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260072-025 PowerGrid902 Quick User Guide for UK A1.