TL-WPA1000 KIT Product and Installation Guide

About This Guide

This guide provides a brief introduction to AV1000 Gigabit Powerline ac Wi-Fi Kit and regulatory information.
When using this guide, please notice that features of the powerline adapter and extender may vary slightly depending on the model and software version you have, and on your location, language, and internet service provider. All screenshots, images, parameters and descriptions documented in this guide are used for demonstration only.

Conventions

In this guide, the following conventions are used:

1. Get to Know About Your Powerline Device

This chapter introduces what the Powerline Wi-Fi device can do and shows its appearance.

1.1  Product Overview

The Powerline Wi-Fi Kit is a combined wired/wireless network expansion device, including a powerline adapter and two powerline extenders. With the help of your home’s existing electrical circuitry, it can extend your Wi-Fi to wherever you want in your house. Ethernet ports and built-in antennas enable the powerline Wi-Fi extender to provide wired and wireless access for multiple computers and mobile devices.

With an array of additional features, the Powerline Wi-Fi Kit is the perfect choice for your home or business network.

1.2  Appearance 

Your powerline adapter and extender may differ in appearance slightly from that depicted because of the region and product version. European version is used for demonstration in this guide.

LED Explanation (Adapter)

LED Explanation (Extender)

Ports and Buttons (Adapter)

Ports and Buttons (Extender)

2. Before You Start

Powerline adapters work in pairs. You should have at least two powerline products to build a powerline network. To optimize your network performance, please follow these principles:

• All powerline adapters should be on the same electrical wiring system.

• Avoid plugging in powerline adapters and high-powered household devices (such as washing machines and refrigerators) close to one another.

• Plug the powerline adapter directly into a wall outlet. Do not plug the powerline adapter into a power strip, extension cord, or surge protector.

• Use the powerline adapter only in below directions.

• Environment:

Operating Temperature: 0 ºC ~ 40 ºC (32°F ~ 104°F )

Storage Temperature: -20°C~70°C (-4°F~158°F)

Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing

Storage Humidity: 5%~90%RH, Non-condensing

3. Set Up a Powerline Network

If you have a wireless router in your house but the wireless signal cannot reach every corner. You can use a Powerline Wi-Fi Kit to extend the wireless network by setting up a new secure wireless network. 

Follow any of the following methods to set up a secure Wi-Fi network with your Powerline Wi-Fi Kit.

Method 1. Plug and Play

1.    Plug the adapter into a power outlet and connect it to the router’s LAN port via an Ethernet cable.
2.    Plug the extender into a power outlet on the same service panel. Wait until the extender’s Powerline LED  turns on.

Done! Now enjoy the internet by connecting your devices to the internet using the default SSID (network name) and password on the label of the extender.

Method 2. Pairing

1.    Plug the adapter into a power outlet and connect it to the router’s LAN port via an Ethernet cable.
2.    Plug the extender into a power outlet on the same service panel. Wait until the extender’s Powerline LED  turns on.
3.    Press the Pair button on the powerline adapter for 1 second. The Power LED  should start blinking.
       Note: If the Power LED does not blink, press the Pair button again.
4.    (Within 2 minutes) press the extender’s Pair button for 1 second. Its Power LED  should start blinking.
5.    When the extender’s Powerline LED turns on, a powerline network has been successfully created. 

Done! Now enjoy the internet by connecting your devices to the internet using the default SSID (network name) and password on the label of the extender.

Note: If you have more extenders, simply plug in and pair each one with the existing adapter to join the network. Then the Wi-Fi settings will automatically sync from the existing extender to the new ones.

4. Unify Your Wi-Fi Networks

Copy SSID and password from your router via any of the methods below to create one unified Wi-Fi network throughout your home.

Method 1. Via Wi-Fi Button (Use this when your router has a WPS button)

1.    Plug in the extender in the same room as your router. Wait until the extender’s Wi-Fi LED  turns on.

2.    Press your router’s WPS button. (Within 2 minutes) press the extender’s Wi-Fi button for 1 second. The extender’s Wi-Fi LED  starts blinking. When it stays on, Wi-Fi settings are copied.

Note: If Wi-Fi settings are not copied within 2 minutes, manually change the extender’s Wi-Fi settings.

3.    Relocate the extender and enjoy the internet using your router’s SSID and password.

Method 2. Via OneMesh^TM (Use this when your router supports OneMesh)

1.    Connect your computer to the extender wirelessly. Visit http://tplinkplc.net.

2.    Go to OneMesh and toggle on Join OneMesh. When the extender’s Wi-Fi LED   turn solid on, Wi-Fi settings are copied.

3.    Enjoy the internet using your router’s SSID and password. Any changes to the Wi-Fi settings of your router will be automatically copied to the extender.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1.How do I reset my powerline adapter?

With the powerline adapter plugged into the wall socket, press and hold its Pair button for more than 6 seconds until the Power LED goes off momentarily and comes back on.

Q2.What should I do if the Powerline LED is off?

•Try another wall socket and make sure all powerline devices are on the same electrical circuit.

•Try to set up a powerline network by pairing. Refer to Method 2. Pairing for instructions.

•Try to reset each powerline adapter to its factory default settings

•If the problem persists, contact our Technical Support.

Q3.What should I do if there is no internet connection in my powerline network?

•Make sure all powerline devices are on the same electrical circuit.

•Make sure the Powerline LEDs are lit on all of your powerline devices. If they are not, pair all powerline devices according to Method 2. Pairing to secure your Powerline network by pairing.

•Make sure all devices are correctly and securely connected.

•Verify that you have an internet connection by connecting your computer directly to the modem or the router.

Q4.What should I do if a successfully-paired powerline device does not reconnect after it is relocated?

•Make sure all powerline adapters and extenders are on the same electrical circuit.

•Try to pair the device again, and make sure the Powerline LED is on.

•Check for possible interference due to a washing machine, air conditioner or other household appliance that may be too close to one of the powerline devices. Plug the appliance into the integrated electrical socket to remove the electrical noise if your powerline device has an integrated electrical socket.

More Info

• The latest software, management app and utility are available from the Download Center at https://www.tp-link.com/support.

• The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the router.

• Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.

• A TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products at https://community.tp-link.com.

• Our Technical Support contact information can be found at the Contact Technical Support page at https://www.tp-link.com/support.

Disclaimer

^†Maximum Powerline signal rates are the physical rates derived from HomePlug AV/AV2 specifications. Actual Powerline data throughput and Powerline range are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions and environmental factors, including electrical interference, volume of traffic and network overhead, AFCI circuit breaker, and Powerline being located in a separate circuit.

^‡Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and client location.

^§Compatible with all HomePlug AV and AV2 Standard Powerline adapters. This product may not be compatible with routers or gateways with firmware that has been altered, is based on open source programs, or are non-standard or outdated.

^△Smart Roaming is designed for devices that support the 802.11k/v standard. Uninterrupted Roaming only works when Powerline Wi-Fi extender and OneMesh^TM router wireless coverage overlaps and already forms a OneMesh^TM network.  

Actual network speed may be limited by the rate of the product's Ethernet WAN or LAN port, the rate supported by the network cable, Internet service provider factors and other environmental conditions.

Authentication

OPERATING FREQUENCY (the maximum transmitted power)

2400 MHz -2483.5 MHz(20dBm)

5150 MHz -5250 MHz (23dBm)

National restrictions

Frequency band 5150 - 5250 MHz:

Indoor use: Inside buildings only. Installations and use inside road vehicles and train carriages are not permitted. Limited outdoor use: If used outdoors, equipment shall not be attached to a fixed installation or to the external body of road vehicles, a fixed infrastructure or a fixed outdoor antenna. Use by unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) is limited to within the 5170 - 5250 MHz band.

EU Declaration of Conformity 

TL-WPA7517:

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011 /65/EU and (EU) 2015/863.

The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/

TL-PA7017:

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863.

The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/

RF Exposure Information

This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection.

The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm from your body.

UKCA Mark

UK Declaration of Conformity

TL-WPA7517:

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017.

The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/

TL-PA7017:

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

The original UK declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/

National restrictions

Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain.

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.

• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.

• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.

• Plug the powerline devices directly into the wall outlets but not the power strips.

• Plug the product into the wall outlets with earthing connection through the plug.

• Make sure the power socket has a good contact with the ground.

• Operating Temperature: 0°C~40°C (32°F~104°F)

• 運作溫度: 0°C~40°C (32°F~104°F)

• This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic fields and magnets may interfere with pacemakers and other implanted medical devices. Always keep the product and its power adapter more than 15 cm (6 inches) away from any pacemakers or other implanted medical devices. If you suspect your product is interfering with your pacemaker or any other implanted medical device, turn off your product and consult your physician for information specific to your medical device.
  Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.

Explanation of the symbols on the product label/產品標籤上符號的解釋

Symbols may vary from products. 符號可能因產品而異。

Symbol         符號解釋	Explanation 解釋
	Class II equipment II类设备
	Class II equipment with functional earthing 具有功能接地的II类设备
	Alternating current 交流電
	DC voltage 直流電壓
	Polarity of output terminals 輸出端子極性
	Indoor use only 僅限室內使用
	Dangerous voltage 危險電壓
	Caution, risk of electric shock 注意，有觸電危險
	Energy efficiency Marking 能源效率標示
	Protective earth 保護接地
	Earth 接地
	Frame or chassis 機架接地
	Functional earthing 功能接地
	Caution, hot surface 警告，表面高溫
	Caution 警告
	Operator’s manual 操作手冊
	Stand-by 待機
	“ON”/”OFF” (push-push) 「開」/「關」 ( 按壓式)
	Fuse 保險絲
	Fuse is used in neutral N 保險絲用於中性線N
	RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment. User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment. 回收利用 本產品標示有「廢棄電氣電子設備（WEEE）」的分類回收標誌。這表示本產品必須依據歐盟指令 2012/19/EU 進行妥善回收或拆 解，以減少對環境的影響。 使用者可選擇將本產品交給合格的回收機構，或在購買新電器或電子設備時，交回給零售商進行回收處理。
	Caution, avoid listening at high volume levels for long periods 注意，避免長時間以高音量收聽
	Disconnection, all power plugs 斷開所有電源插頭
m	Switch of mini-gap construction 微間隙結構的開關
µ	Switch of micro-gap construction (for US version) Switch of micro-gap / micro-disconnection construction (for other versions except US) 微小間隙結構開關（適用於美國版） 微小間隙 / 微小斷開結構開關（適用於美國以外的其他版本）
ε	Switch without contact gap (Semiconductor switching device) 無接點間隙開關（半導體開關裝置）