HomePlug Technology Evolution
– HomePlug Powerline Alliance formed to develop communication standards over electrical wiring.
– Versions: HomePlug 1.0, HomePlug 1.0 Turbo, HomePlug AV, HomePlug AV2.
– IEEE 1901 approval in 2010 with HomePlug AV as baseline technology.
– HomePlug Green PHY adopted by automotive companies for Plug-In Electrical Vehicle connectivity.
– Future applications: in-home distribution of IPTV, smart power meters, Ethernet support via OFDM modulation.
HomePlug Usage and Applications
– Powerline networking utilizes existing electrical wiring for network setup.
– HomePlug Green PHY used in SAE J1772 standard electric vehicle chargers.
– Commercial HomePlug devices meet AES-128 encryption standard for utility-grade meters.
– HomePlug adapters widely deployed for home networks.
– Integration into end devices like power control centers and security cameras.
HomePlug Security and Interoperability
– Security features: encryption password, AES-128 encryption, master password setup.
– Interoperability: HomePlug AV, GP, AV2 fully interoperable; compatible with IEEE 1901 devices.
– Not compatible with UPA, HD-PLC, or G.hn devices.
– EMI concerns addressed through tone maps updates for interference mitigation.
HomePlug Alliance and Standards
– HomePlug Alliance specifications target various applications.
– HomePlug AV2 features gigabit-class PHY-rate, MIMO PHY, power-saving modes.
– HomePlug Green PHY designed for smart grid use, interoperable with other HomePlug standards.
– HomePlug Access BPL developed for broadband access, contributed to IEEE 1901 standard.
Related Technologies and Resources
– Multimedia over Coax Alliance focuses on delivering multimedia over existing coaxial cables.
– Power over Ethernet technology transmits power and data over Ethernet cables.
– HomePlug Alliance collaborations with auto manufacturers for electric vehicle charging solutions.
– International Journal of Communication Systems covers research on powerline communication and HomePlug AV standards.
– External links provide additional information on powerline communication products, networking technologies, and industry news.
It has been suggested that HomePlug Powerline Alliance be merged into this article. (Discuss) Proposed since November 2023. |
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HomePlug is the family name for various power line communications specifications under the HomePlug designation, each with unique capabilities and compatibility with other HomePlug specifications.
Some HomePlug specifications target broadband applications. For instance in-home distribution of low data rate IPTV, gaming, and Internet content, while others focus on low power, low throughput and extended operating temperatures for applications such as smart power meters and in-home communications between electric systems and appliances. All of the HomePlug specifications were developed by the HomePlug Powerline Alliance, which also owns the HomePlug trademark.
On 18 October 2016 the HomePlug Alliance announced that all of its specifications would be put into the public domain and that other organizations would be taking on future activities relating to deployment of the existing technologies. There was no mention in the announcement of any further technology development within the HomePlug community.
