Panasonic BL-PA100KT - User Manual

Operating Instructions
HD-PLC Ethernet Adaptor Starter Pack
Power Line Communication
Model No.
BL-PA100KT
Set of 2 Adaptors (Master and Terminal)
Introduction
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .........................................................4
Disposal information ........................................................................................5
Electrical environment information...................................................................6
Security information .........................................................................................7
Security notices for when sending an adaptor for service ...............................7
How does it work?............................................................................................8
Main unit ..........................................................................................................9
Installation
Placing the adaptors ......................................................................................10
Connecting adaptors to network devices .......................................................11
Useful Information
Testing a terminal’s network speed ...............................................................12
Understanding the indicators .........................................................................13
Resetting an adaptor .....................................................................................14
Registration....................................................................................................15
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................16
Specifications.................................................................................................18
Table of Contents
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IMPORTANT NOTES:
For best results, connect this product directly to a wall outlet.
This product may not function normally in certain electrical environments.
See page 6 for more information.

Panasonic BL-PA100KT Specifications

General

Interface	Ethernet
Dimensions	Compact design, exact dimensions not specified in readily available documentation
Standards	HomePlug AV
Security	128-bit AES encryption
Input Voltage	100-240 V AC
Output Voltage	5 V DC
Type	Powerline adapter
Connector Type	RJ45 (Ethernet)

Summary

Introduction

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.

Disposal information

Information on proper disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment for private households and businesses.

Electrical environment information

Guidance on AC outlets, power strips, and electrical interference for optimal HD-PLC adaptor performance.

Security information

Details on network security, preventing unauthorized access, and AES 128-bit encryption.

Security notices for when sending an adaptor for service

Important points to consider before sending an adaptor for repair or servicing.

How does it work?

Explanation of how HD-PLC adaptors utilize electrical wiring for network communication.

Main unit

Identification and description of the main unit's indicators, buttons, and ports.

Installation

Placing the adaptors

Instructions on selecting suitable locations and connecting adaptors to wall outlets.

Connecting adaptors to network devices

Steps to integrate the HD-PLC network with home devices via LAN cables.

Useful Information

Testing a terminals network speed

Procedure to test and confirm the network speed of each terminal adaptor.

Understanding the indicators

Explanation of the meaning of different indicator lights (PLC, LAN, MASTER) on the adaptors.

Resetting an adaptor

Steps to perform a factory reset on an adaptor to erase its settings and registration.

Registration

Procedure for adding new terminals or re-registering adaptors after a reset.

Troubleshooting

Performance issues

Notes on resolving common performance issues like slow speeds or connectivity problems.

Eliminating interference caused by other appliances

Steps to identify and mitigate performance issues caused by electrical noise from other devices.

Eliminating interference caused by an adaptor

Steps to resolve interference issues between the HD-PLC adaptor and other appliances.

Specifications

Power Line Communication interface

Technical specifications for the HD-PLC communication standard, including speed and network size.

LAN interface

Technical specifications for the Ethernet (LAN) interface, including standard, protocol, and access method.

User interface

Details on the adaptor's indicators and control buttons (Mode Selector, SETUP, RESET).

General

General specifications including operational environment, dimensions, weight, and power consumption.

HD-PLC interface

Detailed technical specifications for the HD-PLC interface, including frequency, modulation, and encryption.