amped wireless PLA2 Powerline Nano Network Adapter Kit User Guide
- June 17, 2024
- Amped Wireless
Table of Contents
amped wireless PLA2 Powerline Nano Network Adapter Kit
Product Information
Specifications
- Model : Powerline Nano Network Adapter Kit (PLA2)
- LED Indicators : Network, Port Connection, Powerline, Power
- Power Saving Mode : Activates after 3 minutes of inactivity
- Security/Reset Button : Used to create a secure connection and reset settings
LED (Light) Indicators
- Network:
- On : A device is attached to the Network port
- Off : The network port is not active and cannot detect any attached devices
- Flashing: The Network port is active with data transfer activity
- Powerline:
- Red : Poor signal – Slow or unusable connection (1-5)
- Orange : Medium signal – Average network speed (5-10)
- Green : Excellent Signal – Optimal network speed (10+)
- Off : The adapter detects no activity. There is no network connection.
- Power:
- On : The adapter is plugged in and is active
- Off : The adapter does not have any power
- Flashing (1 sec on, 14 sec off): If the adapter does not detect any activity for three (3) minutes, it will go into Power Saving mode. The Power LED will flash on and off slowly while in Power Saving mode and will turn back on once the adapter detects activity.
Buttons and Connectors
- Network Port : An RJ-45 port that attaches the Powerline Adapter to your network router or network device.
- Security/Reset : Used to create a secure connection between your Powerline devices or existing Powerline devices. To set the security, hold the Security button down for 1-3 seconds on each adapter. To reset the security on an adapter, hold down the security key for 5-10 seconds. To reset the Powerline device back to factory default settings, hold down the Reset button for 12 seconds and release. When using the Security/Reset button, the Powerline Adapter must be on.
Product Usage
Plug and Play Setup Guide
- Plug in the first Powerline Adapter (to your router/network):
- Plug the Powerline Adapter into an available power outlet.
- Use the included cable to connect it to an available network port on your router/network.
- Plug in the second Powerline Adapter (to your network device):
- Plug the second Powerline Adapter into an available power outlet.
- Use the included cable to connect it to an available network port on your network device.
- Check the Powerline LED (Light):After attaching both Powerline Adapters, check that the Powerline LED is on for each adapter to ensure that you have asolid connection.If the Powerline LED is off, you will need to reset the security on each adapter or try another power outlet.
Warning: Plugging the Powerline Adapter into a surge protector will degrade performance. Plugging the Powerline Adapter on the same power outlet as a smartphone/tablet charger will also degrade performance.
Securing your Powerline Network (optional)
After attaching both Powerline Adapters, you may set up security so other Powerline adapters on the same electrical wiring system cannot connect to your network. This is most common in apartment buildings or offices.
- On the first Powerline adapter, press the Security button for 1-3 seconds. The Power LED should begin to flash.
- Within 2 minutes, press the Security button on the second Powerline Adapter for 1-3 seconds.
- The Power and Powerline LED Indicator should turn solid indicating a secure connection.
FAQ
- Q: What should I do if the Powerline LED is off?
- A : If the Powerline LED is off, you can try resetting the security on each adapter or try using another power outlet.
- Q: Can I plug the Powerline Adapter into a surge protector?
- A : No, plugging the Powerline Adapter into a surge protector will degrade performance. It is recommended to plug it directly into a power outlet.
- Q: Can I plug the Powerline Adapter on the same power outlet as a smartphone/tablet charger?
- A : No, plugging the Powerline Adapter on the same power outlet as a smartphone/tablet charger will also degrade performance. It is recommended to use separate power outlets.
Powerline Nano Network Adapter Kit
Installation Overview
Plug and Play Setup Guide
- Plug in the first Powerline Adapter (to your router/network)
- a. Plug the Powerline Adapter into an available power outlet.
- b. Use the included cable to connect it to an available network port on your router/network.
- Plug in the second Powerline Adapter (to your network device)
- a. Plug the second Powerline Adapter into an available power outlet.
- b. Use the included cable to connect it to an available network port on your network device.
- Check the Powerline LED (Light)
After attaching both Powerline Adapters, check that the Powerline LED is on for each adapter to ensure that you have a solid connection.
If the Powerline LED is off, you will need to reset the security on each adapter or try another power outlet.
- Warning : Plugging the Powerline Adapter into a surge protector will degrade performance. Plugging the Powerline Adapter on the same power outlet as a smartphone / tablet charger will also degrade performance.
Securing your Powerline Network (optional)
After attaching both Powerline Adapters, you may set up security so other Powerline adapters on the same electrical wiring system cannot connect to your network. This is mostcommon in apartment buildings or oces.
- a. On the first Powerline adapter, press the Security button for 1-3 seconds. The Power LED should begin to flash.
- b. Within 2 minutes, press the Security button on the second Powerline Adapter for 1-3 seconds.
- c. The Power and Powerline LED Indicator should turn solid indicating a secure connection.
LED (Light) Indicators
- Network
On : A device is attached to the Network port
Off : The network port is not active and cannot detect any attached
devices
Flashing : The Network port is active with data transfer activity
Powerline
Red : Poor signal – Slow or unusable connection (1-5)
Orange : Medium signal – Average network speed (5-10)
Green : Excellent Signal – Optimal network speed (10+)
Off : The adapter detects no activity. There is no network connection.
Power
On : The adapter is plugged in and is active
Off : The adapter does not have any power
Flashing (1 sec on, 14 sec off): If the adapter does not detect any
activity for three (3) minutes, it will go into power-saving mode. The Power
LED will flash on and off slowly while in Power Saving mode and will turn back
on once the adapter detects activity.
Buttons and Connectors
Network Port:
-
* An RJ-45 port that attaches the Powerline Adapter to your network router or network device. - Security/Reset
- Used to create a secure connection between your Powerline devices or existing Powerline devices. To set the security, hold the Security button down for 1-3 seconds on each adapter.
- To reset the security on an adapter, hold down the security key for 5-10 seconds.
- To reset the Powerline device back to factory default settings, hold down the Reset button for 12 seconds and release. When using the Security/Reset button, the Powerline Adapter must be on.
Removing and Adding Powerline Adapters
Removing a Powerline Adapter from an Existing Network
- a. While the Powerline Adapter is plugged in, press and hold the Security button on the Powerline Adapter for 5-10 seconds.
- b. The Power LED (Light) should turn off and turn back on. The Powerline LED should turn off.
- c. The Powerline Adapter security has been removed from its existing network and the password has been reset.
- d. Unplug the Powerline Adapter from the power outlet.
Adding a Powerline Adapter to a New Network
- a. If the Powerline Adapter is connected to an existing network, remove it using the directions above.
- b. Once the password has been reset, plug the Powerline Adapter into an available power outlet on the new network.
- c. Press and hold the Security button for 1-3 seconds. The Power LED will begin to flash.
- d. Within 2 minutes, press and hold the Security button on a separate Powerline Adapter on the NEW network for 1-3 seconds.
- e. The two Powerline Adapters will now sync and the Powerline LED on the Adapter should turn on signaling a successful connection to the new network.
Troubleshooting Tips
The tips in this guide are listed in order of relevance. Try solution (a) before trying solution (b), etc.
PROBLEM: I cannot get the Powerline Adapter to connect (no Powerline LED).
SOLUTIONS:
- a. Unplug the Adapter from the power outlet and wait 10 seconds before plugging it back in. Ensure the Powerline is plugged in and on.
- b. Reset all Powerline Adapters by holding down the Reset button for 12 seconds. Once released, the LEDs will flash. Once reset, the Adapters will attempt to connect with default settings.
- c. Move the Adapter to another power outlet.
- d. Check that the Adapter is NOT attached to a GFI-protected power outlet. Some GFI-protected power outlets filter out Powerline signals.
- e. If your building has more than one circuit breaker box, the Adapter may not be able to communicate between the two circuit breaker boxes. Locate an available power outlet for each circuit breaker. Attach one Adapter to each power outlet. Attach an Ethernet cable between both Adapters to allow the Adapters to bridge the two circuit breaker boxes. Attach additional Adapters to continue your setup process.
PROBLEM: I cannot get a good connection on my Powerline Adapter (the Powerline LED is always red).
SOLUTIONS:
- a. Check that the Adapter is NOT attached to a surge protector.
- b. Check that the Adapter is NOT attached to a power outlet with a phone/tablet charger also attached.
- c. Check that the Adapter is NOT attached to a GFI-protected power outlet. Some GFI-protected power outlets filter out Powerline signals.
Warranty and Regulatory Information
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Regulatory Information
FCC Statement and Declaration: Amped Wireless declares that this device
complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Regulations. Operation
of this device is subject to the following two (2) conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Industry Canada Statement : This Class B digital apparatus complies with RSS-210 and ICES-003 of the Industry Canada Rules.
Operation of this device is subject to the following two (2) conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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