Panasonic PLC Adaptor Starter Pack BL-PA300KTA Operating Instructions

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Registration
Follow the procedure below when you want to:
 Add an additional terminal to your  HD-PLC network.
 Re-register the master and terminal after resetting the master.
1.Confirm that the mode selector of  the master adaptor is set to 
MASTER .
2.Confirm that the mode selector of the  terminal adaptor that you want to 
register is set to  TERMINAL.
3.Plug the master adaptor and a power strip into the same wall outlet.
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7.When the PLC indicator of each adaptor lights in green, registration 
was successful.
If the  PLC indicators do not light in green, see page 23.
8.Wait about 30 seconds, then unplug the adaptors and place them 
where you plan to use them (see page 15).
Note
 While registering an additional terminal, communication between all  other adaptors may be disrupted for about 10 seconds.
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Troubleshooting
Performance issues
The troubleshooting notes in this section are provided to resolve the 
following types of performance issues.
 Inability to transmit data over the  HD-PLC network
 Slow data transmission speeds (interrupted video or audio, slow  download speeds, etc.)
 Intermittent or varied performance (faster at certain times, slower at  others)
 Interference caused by an adaptor
The  PLC indicator is not lit in...

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4.If you are not able to plug an adaptor directly into a wall outlet and must 
use a power strip, make sure the power strip is plugged directly into a 
wall outlet and not to another power strip.
5.Make sure the power strip does not have a noise filter or a surge 
protector, as these features may in terfere with the performance of your 
adaptors.
6.Use a power strip with an AC cord that is as short as possible.
7.Re-register the terminal following the procedure on page 21.
If the...

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Troubleshooting note #3:
Eliminating interference caused by an adaptor
This product may interfere with the following appliances:
 Short wave radios
 Lights or lamps which have a  touch-sensitive on/off feature
 Other PLC adaptors which do not use the HD-PLC  standard
 Wireless devices (includi ng wireless mice, etc.)
Perform each step until the performance issue is solved. If the following 
steps do not resolve the issue, refer to the...

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Specifications
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Power Line Communication interface
LAN interface
StandardHD-PLC
Actual transmission speed
*1
*1 Speed between BL-PA300A adaptors. Results may vary depending on electrical  conditions, network environment, and other factors. For information on how 
transmission speed is measured, access  the Panasonic PLC Support Site at: 
http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/plc/
UDP: Max. 90 Mbps
TCP
*2: Max. 65 Mbps
*2 Using...

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User interface
General
HD-PLC interface
Indicators PLC (green, red)
LAN  (green, orange)
MASTER  (green)
Other Mode Selector (MASTER or TERMINAL  
switch)
SETUP  button
FACTORY DEFAULT RESET  button
Operational environment 0–40 °C (32–104 °F) 20%–85% humidity (without condensation)
Dimensions (W x D x H) Approx. 55 mm x 33 mm x 90 mm (2 3/16 in. x 1 5/16 in. x 3 9/16 in.)
Weight 150 g (0.33 lb)
Power supply Input 120 V AC  60 Hz
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Adaptor Maintenance Screen
You can access an adaptor’s maintenance screen using your computer’s 
web browser to perform the following tasks: Update adaptor firmware
 Remove terminal adaptor registration
 Confirm adaptor status and network information
 Change adaptor IP addresses
 Change adaptor access passwords
Refer to the Panasonic PLC Support Site 
(http://panasonic.co.jp/pcc/products/en/plc/ ) for information about 
accessing and operating the adaptor maintenance screen....

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FCC and other information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit 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 in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful...

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EnvironmentDo not place the unit in a room where the temperature is less than 0 °C 
(32 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Allow 10 cm (4 in.) clearance 
around the unit for proper ventilation. Avoid excessive smoke, dust, 
mechanical vibration, shock, or direct sunlight.
Routine Care Wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner, or any 
abrasive powder. When you leave the unit unused for a long period of 
time, unplug the adaptor from the outlet.
In the Event of...