IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This product is intended for connection to an AC power line. The following precautions should be taken when using this product.

Read all instructions before installing and operating this product.

SETTING UP INTERNET GAMING SERVICE

CARE

Xbox Live and PS2 do not support dial-up, ISDN, or satellite. You must operate them

Keep the link dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the link only in

through a high-speed Internet service provider with DSL or cable modem. For more

normal temperature environments. Handle the link carefully; do not drop it. Keep the

information about setting up Xbox or PS2 Internet gaming service, check the web site of

link away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it

XBox at www.microsoft.com and the web site of PS2 at www.sony.com.
looking new.
Keep all instructions for later reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. DO NOT use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

DO NOT operate 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 120 VAC 15A or 240 VAC 6A is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).

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

Because the Universal broadband link product sends data over power line, 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 universal broadband link 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 power cord 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.

 

CAUTION

 

 

 

WARNING: To reduce

 

 

!

 

the risk of fire or shock

 

 

 

 

hazard, do not expose

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

 

this product to rain or

 

DO NOT OPEN

 

moisture.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING

TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

The lightning symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within this product’s enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do not open the product’s case.

The exclamation symbol is intended to inform you that important operating and

!maintenance instructions are included in the literature accompanying this product.

ONLINE GAMING SERVICE APPLICATION

To apply for an online gaming service account:

You must be at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, ask your parent’s or guardian’s permission to sign up for you.

You must have a major credit card (such as Visa, MasterCard, or American Express).

You must read and accept the terms of the application.

Refer to your Internet Service Provider’s application instructions and the instructions of the credit cards, gamer tags, and subscription codes to apply an online gaming service account.

If you intend to install multiple universal broadband links, apply for multi-users service. You can apply for up to eight accounts for each Xbox or PS2 console, but you need an Xbox or PS2 Live Starter Kit for each account.

For more information, check with www.microsoft.com for Xbox, or www.sony.com for PS2.

THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

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 receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult your local RadioShack store or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using your on- line gaming service.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by RadioShack may cause interference and void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This device complies with Part 15 of the 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.

 

 

 

 

 

Product:
Universal Broadband

 

 

 

Link

 

 

Model:

25-3187

 

 

Responsible Party:
RadioShack

 

 

 

100 Throckmorton

 

 

 

Fort Worth, TX 76102

 

 

Phone:

817-415-3200

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SERVICE AND REPAIR

If your link is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance. To locate your nearest RadioShack, use the store locator feature on RadioShack's website (www.radioshack.com), or call 1-800-The Shack (843-7422) and follow the menu options. Modifying or tampering with the link's internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it.

SPECIFICATIONS

Standards .....................................................................

IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.3U, HomePlug 1.0

Throughput ..........................................................................................................

Exceeds 4Mbps

Frequency Band ............................................................................................

4.3 MHz - 20.9 MHz
Access Methods Supported:

 

CSMA ............................................................................................

Carrier Sense Multiple Access

CA ...................................................................................................................

Collision Avoidance

Power Line Ports ........................................................................................................

Power Cord

Ethernet LAN Ports ........................................................

One 10 BaseT/100 Base TX RJ-45 Port

Operating System ...........................................................

Windows 98 / Me / NT / 2000 / XP / CE

 

and the other Ethernet based device

Power Source .....................................................................................

100-120 V AC, 60Hz, 0.5A

Weight ......................................................................................................................

19 oz. (540g)
Dimensions ................................................................
63/8 x 21/16 x 41/16 in. (161 x 52 x 103 mm)
Limited Ninety-Day Warranty

This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, Ra- dioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period.

This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, acci- dent, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or mainte- nance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries;

(d)cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, in- stallation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102

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08A03 Printed in USA