Series 6000 SD200 Access Appliance User’s Guide Revision 0.
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Limited Warranty coaXmedia guarantees that every SD-Series Access Appliance will be free from physical defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase. If the product is determined to be defective during the warranty period, please call coaXmedia’s or your equipment provider’s Customer Support to obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number. The RMA number should be clearly marked on the outside of the package, when it is shipped.
FCC Compliance The coaXmedia access appliance has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B personal computer and peripherals, 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.
coaXmedia Series 6000 Table of Contents Table of Contents .....................................................................i 1 Contact Information ......................................................... 1 1.1 Support ........................................................................1 1.2 Sales ............................................................................1 1.3 The coaXmedia Web Page ................................................1 2 Important Rules for Safe Operation.............
coaXmedia Series 6000 Contact Information If after reading through the provided documentation you still have questions regarding your coaXmedia Access Appliance, use these contact points to request the information you need: 1.1 Support Phone: 877-885-COAX / 877-885-2629 (toll free) Fax: 678-513-6112 E-mail: support@coaXmedia.com 1.2 Sales Phone: 678-513-6109 Fax: 678-513-6112 E-mail: sales@coaXmedia.com 1.3 The coaXmedia Web Page http://www.coaXmedia.
SD200 Access Appliance 2 Important Rules for Safe Operation The Access Appliance has been engineered with both performance and safety in mind. However, safety is also your responsibility. Read and observe all these recommended safety precautions. Check power sources. Plug this device only into the recommended power source indicated on the product’s marking label. If you are not sure what type of power source is provided at your location, consult your local power company or other certified expert.
coaXmedia Series 6000 Avoid stacking. Avoid stacking this item on top of or under other devices that can generate or radiate heat. Such stacking can concentrate heat sources in a small area and creates a fire hazard. Use caution when moving the product. Use caution whenever moving the Access Appliance. If dropped, resulting damage could render the appliance inoperable or a fire hazard. Ground the cable system.
SD200 Access Appliance 3 Introduction CoaXmedia welcomes you to the world of Broadband. Through the use of our SD200 Access Appliance and your PC, you can take advantage of the many Internet services available today, and will be ready with high-speed connectivity that is required for the services of tomorrow. The SD200 Access Appliance was designed with the general computer user in mind, to insure fast, easy installation and operation.
coaXmedia Series 6000 3.2 What You Have Check the SD200 Access Appliance package. In addition to this User’s Guide, the package should contain: • • 1 Access Appliance • • 2 coaxial cables • 1 power adapter with attached power cord 1 Ethernet PC cable 1 Diplex-Filter (optional – depends on SD model) If you are missing an item, please contact your service provider. 3.
SD200 Access Appliance Using this Guide This User’s Guide has been provided to assist you in the installation and operation of your Access Appliance. Throughout this guide, special icons have been used to highlight specific points. Although many of these highlights are simply informative in nature, several denote points of user safety and should be read thoroughly and understood.
coaXmedia Series 6000 4 About the Access Appliance 4.1 Front Panel The LED indicators on the front of the Access Appliance indicate its current operation status. These five indicators are described below.
SD200 Access Appliance 4.2 Rear Panel The ports at the back of the Access Appliance connect the appliance to your computer, power, and to coax network. When making these connections, the TV/VCR and computer should be unplugged from the power source as a precaution. Port RF Description Coax Connector Usage Used for connecting the Appliance to the coax network via the coaxial cable. The other end of this cable connects to the diplex-filter connector labeled X.
coaXmedia Series 6000 5 Installing the Access Appliance These sections provide step-by-step instructions on installing you Access Appliance. 5.1 Overview The SD200 Access Appliance is easy to install; taking an average of 15 minutes to setup. However, before getting started, it is important for you to read the following information. 5.1.1 Before Installing 5.1.2 Building Requirements This unit will only operate in buildings utilizing coaXmedia Internet Access Solutions. 5.1.
SD200 Access Appliance Select Location The first aspect of installing your new Appliance will be selecting a CATV outlet that is located near your computer. When making your selection, consider where you use your PC/laptop and the distance between that location and the CATV outlet. Although coaxial cables are provided with your Appliance, they may not be long enough for your installation; if this is the case, longer cables can be obtained at a local store (RG-6 or RG-59 with F-type connectors).
coaXmedia Series 6000 5.2 Connecting to the Access Appliance Quick Overview This illustration diagrams the series of steps involved in connecting the parts together. Many parts have labeled connectors; those labels are in bold type. Two pieces of cable come packaged with the appliance; they are referred to as the “provided” cables.
SD200 Access Appliance Turn off power to the computer and TV (or VCR) before connecting up the cables as a precaution. It is recommended to disconnect them from the wall power outlets. 5.3 Step by Step 1 Disconnect the TV from the CATV Outlet Locate the cable connecting your TV (or VCR) to the wall cable TV/CATV outlet. Unscrew the end from the wall connector. Leave the other end connected to the TV/VCR. If you aren’t using a TV in the room, just skip this step.
coaXmedia Series 6000 b) Connect the loose end of that coaxial cable to the RF port of the Access Appliance. Make sure are all connections are secure; if necessary, use a wrench or pliers to lightly tighten the connections. 5 Connect PC Cable a) Locate the Ethernet PC cable included with the Access Appliance and connect it to the Access Appliance’s Ethernet port. b) Connect the loose end of that cable into an active Ethernet port on your PC.
SD200 Access Appliance Power can now be applied to the Appliance by plugging the power adapter into a unused AC power outlet (on a wall, power strip, surge protector, or UPS). The P indicator on the Appliance front panel should light up when power is applied. (See also a description of the front panel lights on page 17.) Now that the Access Appliance setup has been completed, you can set up your computer to use the connection.
coaXmedia Series 6000 5. Click OK, then on OK once more. If the computer prompts you to reboot, please do so now. For Windows 2000 and Windows ME: 1. Click on Start , Settings, then Control Panel. 2. Double-click on the Network and Dial-Up Connections icon. 3. Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. 4. Double-click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). *See note below. 5. At the General tab, place a check in the Obtain an IP Address automatically circle. 6.
SD200 Access Appliance Note: If information is already entered in these fields, be sure to write down all this information before making any changes. You will need to reenter this after you’re done using the coaXmedia SD200. Under Windows 2000, you must be logged in using an account with administrators’ rights in order to make the necessary changes. For Macintosh and Linux operating systems, please refer to the Operating System’s documentation for instructions on how to enable DHCP. 7 7.
coaXmedia Series 6000 If the S or D LED is blinking or no LEDs are on, check all the hardware connections and cables (refer to Connecting to the Access Appliance). If this problem persists, contact your service provider for assistance. (See also page 17 for a description of the Front Panel status LEDs.
SD200 Access Appliance Specifications (continued) Electrical Specifications AC Adaptor Option 1 Inputs: 120VAC 50/60 Hz Operating Ranges: 108-132 VAC Output: 5VDC, 1A Option 2 Inputs: 240VAC 50/60 Hz Operating Ranges: 220-240 VAC Output: 5VDC, 1A Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 0° to +40° C Storage temperature -40° to +75 ° C Humidity 10% to 90% non-condensing Physical Specifications Dimensions 7.125”wide, 7.875” deep, 1.
coaXmedia Series 6000 9 Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Many optional and replacement parts are available for the SD200 access appliance. If you need to replace or add a part, consult the service provider from whom you obtained this product. These appliance options and replacements are available. Specify the part number(s) as well as description(s) of any part when ordering to ensure correct identification of the item.
