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Intended use ......................4 CE conformity ......................4 Safety notes ......................4 2 Introduction ........................ 6 What does Inhouse Powerline stand for? ..............6 PL500D duo ......................6 Practical examples ....................7 3 Installation ........................8 System requirements ....................8 Connection and display elements ................8 Connecting the adapter ...................9 4 Configuring the PLC network ...................
After a brief introduction to "PLC" basics and a presentation of the PL500D duo in Chapter 2, Chapter 3 will cover successfully setting up your PL500D duo. Chapter 4 explains how to configure your PLC network. Tips for...
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•Do not insert any objects into the openings of devices. •Devices must not be placed directly next to an open flame (such as fire or candles). •Devices must not be exposed to direct heat radiation (e.g. radiator, direct sunlight). Renkforce PL500D duo...
• Connect the adapter via the network cable to the computer or the respective network device. • Connect the adapter to the electrical wiring • As an option: for individual password allocation simply press the encryption button or install the configuration software on your computer • That's it! Renkforce PL500D duo...
The adapter is fitted with one control lamp (LED) as well as two network con- nection and an encryption button. The LED shows all of the statuses for the PL500D duo by illuminating and/or flashing in different ways: PL500D duo...
In order to connect multiple PLC devices into a self-contained, secure net- work, now continue with the installation of the configuration. For more infor- mation, refer to the chapter 'Encrypting the PLC network at the touch of a button'. Renkforce PL500D duo...
Encrypting a new PLC network consisting of two adapters Once both adapters have been successfully connected, press each PLC but- ton for one second within two minutes of one another. That's it! Your PLC network is now protected against unauthorized access. Renkforce PL500D duo...
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To inte- grate the adapter in a different PLC network, follow the steps described above, depending on whether you are setting up a new network or adding the adapter to an existing one. Renkforce PL500D duo...
• Add further adapters To add a new adapter to your network, first connect it directly to your com- puter and launch the wizard again. Then assign the password that will apply to all adapters in your home network. Renkforce PL500D duo...
Rather, in Germany, they can be given to a municipal collection point free of charge. Contact your municipal government to find out the address and hours of the nearest collection point. Renkforce PL500D duo...
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The law of the Federal Republic of Germany is applicable. The UN commercial law does not apply to dealings between the manufacturer and the purchaser. Renkforce PL500D duo...
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