HNPL200P4 - Surge Protector Power Strip Hamlet - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Powerline Surge Power Strip with 4-Port HUB
Brand	Hamlet
Model	HNPL200P4
Ethernet Ports	4 x RJ45 10/100 Base-T
Line Rate	200 Mbps (Effective TCP up to 65 Mbps, UDP up to 85 Mbps)
Frequency Band	2 - 28 MHz (With Mask)
Modulation	OFDM (QAM 1024/256/64/16/8, BPSK, QPSK, ROBO)
Encryption	128-bit AES Link Encryption with optional key management
AC Rating	230V, 10A, 2300W max
Surge Protection	Max Surge Voltage 6000V, Max Spike Current 39000A, Joule Rating 1140J
EMI/RFI Filtering	Insertion loss 20dB at 150KHz - 30MHz
Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3U, HomePlug AV 1.1
Compatible Operating Systems	Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista, Mac, Linux
Maximum Distance (AC wiring)	200 meters
Number of Addressable Nodes	Up to 4096 devices
LED Indicators	Power, PL-ACT, LAN1 - LAN4
Certification	CE
Cleaning Instructions	Use a damp cloth; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners
Safety Note	Do not plug into a power strip or UPS with surge protection; avoid noise sources

Frequently Asked Questions - HNPL200P4 Hamlet

What is the HNPL200P4 used for?

The HNPL200P4 is a Powerline Surge Power Strip with a 4-port Ethernet hub. It allows you to create a wired network connection using your home's electrical wiring, while also providing surge protection for connected devices.

Can I plug the HNPL200P4 into a power strip or UPS?

No, do not plug the HNPL200P4 into a power strip, surge protector, or UPS. These devices often contain filters that can impair the Powerline signal and reduce performance. Plug it directly into a wall outlet.

How do I set up a Powerline network with the HNPL200P4?

Simply connect the HNPL200P4 to your router via Ethernet, then plug it into a wall outlet. For additional devices, use another Powerline adapter (e.g., Hamlet HNPL200MS) in another room. The devices will automatically detect each other over your home's electrical wiring.

What is the maximum distance between Powerline devices?

The maximum distance over AC wiring is 200 meters. Exceeding this may cause signal degradation or data loss.

Does the HNPL200P4 support encryption?

Yes, it supports 128-bit AES link encryption with optional key management to secure your data transmission over the powerline.

What operating systems are compatible?

The HNPL200P4 works with Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista, Mac, and Linux operating systems. No special drivers are needed.

How many devices can be connected in a Powerline network?

The network supports up to 4096 addressable devices, allowing for a large number of connections across multiple Powerline adapters.

What do the LED indicators mean?

Power: On when powered. PL-ACT: On when a Powerline adapter is detected, blinking with traffic. LAN1-LAN4: On when an Ethernet device is linked, blinking with traffic.

Can I use the HNPL200P4 as a wireless extender?

Yes, you can connect a wireless access point (AP) to one of the Ethernet ports to extend your Wi-Fi network. The Powerline connection provides the backbone.

How do I clean the HNPL200P4?

Unplug the device and use a damp cloth to wipe the exterior. Do not use liquid cleaners, aerosol sprays, or immerse in water.

USER MANUAL HNPL200P4 Hamlet

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We inform You this product is manufactured with materials and components in compliance with ROHS directives: 2002/95/CE; with RAEE Directives: 2003/96/CE, Italian Legislative Decree 2005/151 and below EEC Directives: EN 55022: 2006 Class B, CISPR/I/XX/CDV Opt B, EN 61000-3-2: 2006 Class A, EN 6100-3-3: 1995+A1: 2001+A2: 2005, EN 50412-2-1: 2005, IEC 61000-4-2: 1995+A1: 1998+A2: 2000, IEC 61000-4-3: 2006, IEC 61000-4-4: 2004, IEC 61000-4-5: 2005, IEC 61000-4-6: 2007, IEC 61000-4-8: 1993+A1: 2000, IEC 61000-4-11: 2004.

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Important Notice

Do not plug the Powerline 200M into a power strip or surge protector because these devices may consist of filter and impair signal. Also avoid plugging the device right next to noisy sources such as cell phone charger, Halogen light, Energy saving bulb, noisy desktop computer, vacuum cleaner, etc. Both cases result in poor transmission speed.

PREFACE

This document describes installation of the HNPL200P4 Surge Power Strip with 4-Port HUB product.

Please read this document before installing the product. This publication contains the following sections:

■ Important safety instructions
■ Before installation
■ Product installation guide
■ Specification

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This product is intended for connection to the AC power line. For installation instructions, refer to the Installation section. The following precautions should be taken when using this product.

• Please read all instructions before installing and operating this product.
• Please keep all instructions for later reference.
• Please follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
• Unplug the AC coupler from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. DO NOT use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

- DO NOT operates this product near water.

- This product should never be placed near or over a radiator, or heat register.

- This product relies on the building's electrical installation for short-circuit (over current) protection.

- Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 230 VAC 10A is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).

- Caution Double pole/Neutral fusing

- DO NOT allow anything to rest on the product interconnect cords. DO NOT locates this product where people may walk on the cords.

- Because the product sends data over the powerline, it is recommended that you plug directly into a power outlet. Do not plug the device into a UPS or power strip with surge protection. The product has its own power filter for protection against surges.

- Only a qualified technician should service this product. Opening or removing covers may result in exposure to dangerous voltage points or other risks.

- Unplug the AC coupler from the wall outlet and refer the product to qualified service personnel for the following conditions:

■ When the interconnect cords are damaged or frayed.
■ If liquid has been spilled into the product.
■ If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
■ If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
■ If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

HNPL200P4 User Guide

BEFORE INSTALLATION

PC minimum requirements

• Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista, Mac and Linux OS
• Pentium 166 MHz processor or higher
• At least one free LAN port

Important Note: To create a Powerline Network, an additional HNPL200P4 or Powerline Adapter (e.g. Hamlet HNPL200MS) is required.

PC must not be configured for another network.

This means that:

• No network clients except for Microsoft Network, Client for Netware Networks, or Microsoft Family Logon are installed
• No network services except file and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks or Personal Web Server are installed
• No network protocols except Microsoft's TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI or Net BIOS support for IPX/SPX are installed

Powerline device connections

The connection diagram below shows an example of use of the HNPL200P4.

graph TD
    A["Game Console"] -->|LAN| B["Notebook"]
    C["PC Desktop"] -->|LAN| D["Notebook"]
    E["Computer"] -->|LAN| F["Notebook"]
    G["Desktop Computer"] -->|LAN| H["Notebook"]
    I["Computer with Phone"] -->|LAN| J["Notebook"]
    K["Home Plug"] -->|LAN| L["Notebook"]
    M["DSL/Cable Modem"] -->|LAN| N["Notebook"]
    O["Internet"] --> P["Power Line"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style M fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style O fill:#f9f,stroke:#333

Limitation of the Powerline device

To meet the safety regulation, the longest distance between powerline carrier devices will be limited at 200 meter and for in-house use only. More than 200 meter will cause the signal reduction or data loss.

PRODUCT INSTALLATION GUIDE

To install for the PC local Powerline network

1. Power on HNPL200P4 power strip
2. Use a Category 5 Ethernet cable to connect LAN port on power strip and your PC's Ethernet port.
3. You can repeat steps 2 to connect another PC.
4. Then you will find the LED of PL-ACT on power strip is light that mean it connects to network.

graph LR
    PC["PC"] -->|Data Flow| PC1["Power Strip"]
    PC1 -->|Data Flow| PC2["Laptop"]
    PC2 -->|Data Flow| PC3["PC"]

1. The Power LED, and LANx LED indicator light up when you complete the above connection.

2. The Powerline PL-ACT LED indicator starts blinking when the data communication proceeds on power line.

To share Internet access with a xDSL/Router or cable modem

1. Connect one HNPL200MS Powerline Adapter to the broadband router.

2. Plug one HNPL200MS Powerline Adapter into an AC outlet.

3. Plug the Ethernet cable into the RJ45 connector of the HNPL200MS and plug the other end into Ethernet port of the Router.

graph LR
    A["HOME PLUG"] --> B["DSL/CABLE MODEM"]
    B --> C["INTERNET"]
    D["HNPL200MS"] -.-> B

1. Follow the section "To install for the PC local Powerline network", to connect your PC to the HNPL200P4. You will be able to access the Internet from anywhere through the power line.

As wireless AP (Access Point) Extender

1. Connect the other Ethernet port to the AP

- Plug the Ethernet cable into the any RJ45 connector of the HNPL200P4 4-Port HUB and plug the other end of the cable into the Ethernet port on the AP.

SPECIFICATION

Line Rate 200 Mbps
Effect Data Rate TCP: Up to 65Mbps effective throughputUDP: Up to 85Mbps effective throughput
Frequency Band 2 ~ 28 MHz (With Mask)
Access Methods CSMA/CA channel-access schemes
Qos 4 Levels priority, 8 levels VLAN priority
Modulation OFDM (QAM 1024/256/64/16/8, BPSK, QPSK, ROBO)
Port Four RJ45 for 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3U, HomePlug AV 1.1
Operating System Window 98 SE, Me, NT, 2000, XP, VISTA, MAC, Linux
Nodes Supports up to 4096 addressable devices
IGMP Support lpv4/IGMP v1, v2, v3 snoopingSupport lpv6/MLD v1, v2 snooping
Encryption 128 bit AES Link Encryption with key management (Optional)
Distance	AC Wire: 200 meter
LED Power, PL-ACT, LAN1 ~ LAN4
AC rating 230V, 10A, power consumption @10W Min.
Power	2300W Max.
Surge	Max Surge Voltage: 6000VMax. Spike Current: 39000AJoule rating: 1140J
EMI/RFI	Insertion loss 20dB at 150KHz – 30MHz
Certification	CE

LEDs

Power	On: power onOff: no power
PL-ACT	On: Powerline adapter detectedOff: No Powerline adapter detectedBlinking: Powerline traffic detected
LAN1 ~ LAN4	On: Ethernet device linkedOff: No Ethernet device linkedBlinking: Ethernet traffic detected