InHome G4201TM Wave 2 Bridge User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- InHome
Table of Contents
InHome G4201TM Wave 2 Bridge
Introduction
With the G.hn Bridge G4201TM, you can easily set up a local network via
existing telephone cables (2-wire). It is compatible with G4202T – both types
can be combined in a network as desired. The modems can be used “point-to-
point” as well as “multipoint-to-multipoint” – up to 16 modems are possible in
the network. The devices are also suitable for distributing fiber connections
from the ONT to the router via the existing phone line (“point-to-point”).
The devices can use any type of cable – both twisted pair and non-twisted pair
– and achieve a speed of approx. 1500 Mbps. This bandwidth is shared between
all connected modems. For “point-to-point” connections at distances above
100-150m and for forwarding fiber optic connections from the ONT to the router
in apartment buildings, we recommend the G4201TM modems in the master/client
configuration. In this case, 4-wire (MIMO) is also supported. The G4201TM
modem can also be used in the client configuration on manageable G.hn switches
(G4200-4/8T, G4224T). This enables networks with several hundred modems with
very high total bandwidth and central administration.For further information
and purchase inquiries please contact
info@gigacopper.net
Package content
- G4201TM Bridge
- DC-12V/1A Power adapter
- RJ11/RJ11 telephone cable 1.5m
Technical data
- Dimensions: 111.5 83 24.5 mm
- Weight: 0,19 kg
- Operating temperature: 0°C – 40°C
- Power consumption: < 3 Watt
G.hn Specification
- G.hn Wave2, 2-200MHz
- Connection type: 1 wire pair (SISO), 2-200MHz
- Bandwidth: ca. 1500 Mbit/s
- Automatic bandwidth sharing between all connected G.hn modems
- Maximum permissible attenuation of the cable connection: 75dB
Interfaces
Panel and LED description
| Labelling | Description |
|---|---|
| 12V DC | Power input |
| RST | Recessed reset button (15 Sec.) |
| LINE | G.hn port |
| GE | Gigabit Ethernet Port |
| PWR LED | Displays power availability |
| LINE LED | Status of the G.hn connection (Green – OK, Yellow – weak signal, |
Off – no connection)
GE LED| Ethernet Connection Status
Variants of wiring
The G4201TM Bridges can be connected “Point-to-Point” as well as “Star” and
“In-line” via telephone cables: “Point-to-Point”
Connection type and wire assignment on the device (RJ11 plug)
One wire pair is used for the G.hn connection (connection type SISO = G.hn profile “PHONE 200MHz”).
Installation notes
- The wires of a pair can be connected straight or crossed.
- The maximum range of the G.hn connection depends on the cable type and the environment. Typical values for a 0.5 mm twisted pair cable: connection possible up to approx. 600m, max. the bandwidth of 1500 Mbit/s – up to approx. 100m.
- The negotiated bandwidths to all connected G.hn bridges can be queried in the web interface (see point 11).
Administration
- IP-Adress: 192.168.10.253. Login Passwort: Paterna Login via Web interface
- Connect your computer to the G.hn modem via the GE port.
- Assign a fixed IP address to your computer, e.g. 192.168.10.100 (network mask 255.255.255.0).
- Open a web browser and connect to 192.168.10.253
- Log in with the standard password: paterna
IP address
The devices do not require IP addresses from the local network segment during
operation, because they transmit the data traffic via the MAC addresses. In
the factory setting, they do not obtain any addresses from the local DHCP
server. If desired, static IP addresses can be configured or the DHCP client
can be activated (“IP” menu in the web interface).
The query of the negotiated bandwidth
The bandwidths negotiated to all connected G.hn bridges can be queried via web
interface. The values shown are gross data transfer rates at the physical
layer (PHY). The transfer rate on the application layer is approx. 15-20%
lower.
VLAN usage in the network
The devices support VLANs according to the 802.1Q standard. The VLAN tags are
forwarded transparently by default. External Ethernet switches can be used to
manage VLANs.
Multicast IP TV
For the broadcast of multicast IP TV in the network, “IGMP Snooping” must be activated in the multicast configuration.
Guarantee
We provide a 24-month warranty on all products purchased from us. You can find complete warranty conditions at https://gigacopper.net/web/en/Guarantee_declaration.pdf