ZyXEL Communications PLA470 V2 User Manual
Chapter 1 Introducing the PLA-4xx
PLA-4xx Series User’s Guide
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1.3 Coaxial Cable Networks with the PLA402 v2
The PLA402 v2 allows you to be more flexible in expanding your network by adding the
coaxial cable capability.
coaxial cable capability.
Figure 2 Expand Your Network with the PLA402 v2 over Coaxial Cable Wiring
As well as being able to connect your PLA402 v2 to a power outlet, you also have the option
of connecting to a coaxial cable outlet. Connect other powerline adapters in your powerline
network to coaxial cable outlets on the same line. Then set up your network with additional
devices such as a computer or printer the same way you would set up a powerline network on
an electrical circuit.
A coaxial connection has a far greater range than a powerline connection. This enables you to
set up networks for large areas.
If you are setting up a coaxial connection in a room with only one coaxial outlet you can use a
coaxial splitter to connect more than one device. For example, if you want to connect a TV and
a PLA402 v2 to a single outlet you could use a coaxial splitter.
of connecting to a coaxial cable outlet. Connect other powerline adapters in your powerline
network to coaxial cable outlets on the same line. Then set up your network with additional
devices such as a computer or printer the same way you would set up a powerline network on
an electrical circuit.
A coaxial connection has a far greater range than a powerline connection. This enables you to
set up networks for large areas.
If you are setting up a coaxial connection in a room with only one coaxial outlet you can use a
coaxial splitter to connect more than one device. For example, if you want to connect a TV and
a PLA402 v2 to a single outlet you could use a coaxial splitter.
1.4 Ways to Manage the PLA-4xx
Use the ENCRYPT button to add powerline devices to your powerline network if they have
this button. See
this button. See
for instructions on using the ENCRYPT feature.
Use the PLA-4xx Series Configuration Utility (or utility, for short) to manage the PLA-4xx.
See
See
for instructions on installing the utility.
Use the firmware detection and firmware upgrade tools to upgrade to the latest firmware.
Because the latest PLA-4xxs are only compatible with other powerline devices with the latest
HomePlug AV firmware, as well as the latest version Utility, these tools are available to help
you upgrade. You can download both of these tools from the ZyXEL website
(www.zyxel.com.tw). See
Because the latest PLA-4xxs are only compatible with other powerline devices with the latest
HomePlug AV firmware, as well as the latest version Utility, these tools are available to help
you upgrade. You can download both of these tools from the ZyXEL website
(www.zyxel.com.tw). See
for information in using these tools.