Sharp HNVA100U Operation User manual
PowerLine Ethernet
Adapter
OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
HN-VA400U
HN-VA100U
TINSE4573XHT*
FCC regulatory information
WARNING
- FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 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 interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Declaration of Conformity
SHARP PowerLine Ethernet Adapter, HN-VA400U and HN-VA100U
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-1163
TEL: 800-237-4277
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Introduction 2
Unpacking Checklist 3
Safety Information 3
Electrical Interference Information 4
Network Security 5
A Look at the PLC Adapter 6
Registering the Adapter 8
Installing the Adapter 10
Troubleshooting 13
Indicators on the PLC adapter 16
Canceling the Registration of the Adapter 18
Specifications 19
Table of Contents
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Introduction
A total of 16 PLC adapters can be used.
Internet
PLC adapter
PLC adapter
If you have Broadband Internet
service, connect your router to one of
the adapters to allow all your network
devices to access the Internet.
Connect a network-enabled
AQUOS LCD-TV to your
powerline network with ease.
Up to four devices can
be connected to the
HN-VA400U adapter.
Data can be exchanged at
speeds of up to 85 Mbps
on your powerline network.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing an additional SHARP PLC (PowerLine
Communication) adapter.
♦This additional adapter can only be used with a previously installed
SHARP HN-VA401SU PLC adapter kit. It cannot be used by itself.
PLC adapters let you use the existing electrical wiring in your house to
create a home network. Simply plug the adapters into electrical outlets at
the desired locations, and then connect your computer and other devices
to the adapters with LAN cables.
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Unpacking Checklist
Unpacking Checklist
Safety Information
Do not disassemble the adapter or attempt any procedures not described
in this manual. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Do not install or use the adapter near water, or when you are wet. For
example, do not install the adapter near a bath tub, kitchen sink or in a wet
basement. Do not spill any liquids on the adapter.
Unplug the adapter from the electrical outlet and consult a qualified
service representative if any of the following situations occur:
- Liquid has been spilled into the adapter or the adapter has been
exposed to rain or water.
- The adapter produces odors, smoke, or unusual noises.
- The power cord is frayed or damaged.
Do not install the adapter near heat sources such as radiators or stoves.
Do not place on top of other electrical devices.
Do not touch the adapter or the power cord during a lightning storm.
Do not use the adapter outside.
POWER
POWER
LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4
LAN
HN-VA100U HN-VA400U
LAN cable: 59.1" (1.5 m)
(Part order number: QCNWG337DXHZZ)
Operation manual
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Electrical Interference Information
Do not cover the adapter with a blanket or cloth. Excessive heating may
result and cause fire.
The power outlet must be installed near the adapter and must be easily
accessible.
Do not connect a cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN port on the
adapter. Connecting a different type of cable may cause the adapter to
overheat and result in fire.
Keep at least 4 inches free around the sides and top of the adapter to
allow air circulation and cooling.
4 inches
4 inches
Electrical Interference Information
Devices that may interfere with the powerline network
Cell phone chargers, battery chargers, vacuums, power tools, hair dryers,
and other appliances may cause noise on your power line that will affect
the performance and communication speed of the adapters. It is
recommended that you use noise filters between these devices and the
electrical outlets where they are plugged in.
Power strip with
built-in noise
filter
Devices that may be affected by the powerline network
The powerline network may interfere with the operation of short-wave
radio, wireless devices such as cordless mice, cordless keyboards and
remote controls, and other devices connected to the same power line
such as touch lamps and dimmers.
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Network Security
Network Security
To prevent others using nearby power lines from accessing or
eavesdropping on your network, only adapters that have been registered
are permitted to connect to the network. In addition, the adapters
communicate using 128-bit AES encryption. Encryption is automatically
enabled when an adapter is registered on your network. (Note that
although 128-bit AES encryption provides a high level of security, it does
not guarantee 100% protection against unauthorized access to your
network.)
♦The procedure for registering the additional adapter on your PLC
network is explained on page 8.
♦In the event that you transfer one of your adapters to another person or
send an adapter out for service, it is recommended that you cancel the
registration of the adapter (see page 18).
♦If you lose an adapter, it is recommended that you cancel the
registration of your remaining adapters (see page 18) and then re-
register the adapters.
Compatibility with other PLC systems
The PLC adapters use the HomePlug®AV 1.1
standard to communicate.
The PLC adapters cannot communicate with adapters that use a previous
HomePlug standard. However, the PLC adapters can coexist on the same
power line with previous HomePlug adapters without mutual interference.
The PLC adapters cannot communicate or coexist with adapters that use
a standard other than HomePlug AV.
The SHARP PLC adapter is only for use in the U.S.A.
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A Look at the PLC Adapter
A Look at the PLC Adapter
Front
SET button
This button is used to register the adapter on the network. (The SET
button is also used to cancel the network registration of the
adapter.)
POWER indicator
This lights green when the power is on (see page 16).
PLC indicator
This lights steadily when communication is possible, and blinks
when communication is taking place (see page 16).
Power cord
Plug this into an electrical outlet to connect the adapter to the
network.
1 4
2 3
POWER
1
2
3
4
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A Look at the PLC Adapter
LAN
LAN1L
AN2LAN3LAN4
5
LAN ports
Connect network devices such as a computer, router, and TV to
these ports using LAN cables. (One LAN cable is provided with your
additional adapter; please purchase additional cables separately as
needed.)
Note: The HN-VA100U adapter has one LAN port. The HN-VA400U
adapter has four LAN ports.
♦The indicator at the bottom right of each LAN port blinks while
communication is taking place:
Blinks green: Communicating by 100BASE-TX
Blinks orange or red: Communicating by 10BASE-T
If both indicators (at the bottom left and right of each LAN port)
are off, the power is either off or the adapter is not connected to
the network correctly.
5
Rear
HN-VA100U HN-VA400U
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Registering the Adapter
Registering the Adapter
Follow the steps below to register the additional adapter. The additional
adapter cannot be used until it is registered.
♦Up to 16 adapters can be used on one network.
1
Plug the additional adapter into an outlet next to one of your existing
(previously registered) adapters.
• Check the PLC indicator on the existing adapter and make sure it is solidly
lit or blinking (registration is not possible if the existing adapter is not able to
communicate normally on the network).
Existing (previously
registered) adapter
Additional adapter
2
Hold down the SET button on the existing adapter for about 2 seconds and
then release it.
• When you release the SET button, the POWER indicator will blink.
• Do not hold the SET button down too long (if it is held down for about 10
seconds, the registration will be cleared).
POWER
SET
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