Setting up your Thomson Gateway

Introduction

Hello, thanks for choosing our wireless router. With this guide well take you through the setup. Dont let all the wires intimidate you, putting it together is a piece of cake. Once youre connected, if you need help setting up your email or with anything else, theres loads of help available on our website.

Before you start

During spring 2009 well be introducing a new system thatll automatically set up your connection for you. All youll have to do is complete steps 2-4. If this is enabled youll be connected within 5 minutes of the Broadband and Internet lights turning green.
Fitting Your Microfilters

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Your Starter Pack Contains:
Plug a microfilter into your telephone socket. If you had to unplug something you can plug it back into the Phone socket of the microfilter. Its best to leave it out until youve got everything working though. Microfilters look small and unimportant but theyre what keep your phone and Internet services from interfering with each other.
Is your broadband ready yet? Hold off using this guide until your broadband service is ready to use. Well send you an email when it happens.

Thomson Gateway

Power Supply
Got your Broadband Username and Password? Youll need them to get connected. Youll find your Broadband Username in the welcome email we sent after you signed up. It looks like one of the following:

Service

Microfilters Ethernet & Broadband Cables Quick Install Guide
Broadband Username username@plusdsl.net username@madasafish.com username@f9.co.uk username@freeonline.net
Plusnet Madasafish Force9 Free-Online
When setting up broadband a microfilter should be attached to every phone socket in use at your property. If you need more filters, you can order them from us or buy them from most electical and computer stores.
Follow these golden rules to keep your broadband fast and reliable. Put a microfilter on all the telephone extensions that have something plugged into them. Avoid using old extension cables, the less internal wiring involved the better. Dont plug one microfilter into the socket of another microfilter.
Your Password is the one you chose while signing up.

Power & Cables

Connecting your Thomson Gateway
Plug the Power Adapter into the Power socket of your router, then plug the other end of the Adapter into the nearest mains power socket.
Plug one end of the grey broadband cable into the DSL socket on the back of your router, then plug the other end into the microfilter (attached to your phone line in step 2. The microfilter socket is also marked DSL. Make sure that the power button, on the back of the router is switched on and watch the lights on the top flash. The power light will stop flashing and turn green. The Broadband light will flash. Wait until it stops flashing before you continue. If the Broadband light doesnt stop flashing, check the troubleshooting tips in section 9 on the other side of this leaflet. If the Broadband light is on, and is not flashing, your broadband service has been detected. You can now connect your computer to your router.
If you have received a two part power supply unit, clip the two parts together BEFORE plugging your router in to the mains power socket.
With an Ethernet cable Follow these steps to use the yellow ethernet cable to connect the router to your computer. Go to the next part entitled With Wireless If you want to use your computers wireless features instead. Plug the Ethernet cable into any of the 4 available Ethernet ports on the back of the router. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into your computers Ethernet port. The Ethernet light on the front of the router will now light up.

With Wireless Follow these steps to connect using wireless. Your computer will need to be equipped with a wireless adapter. Make sure your computers wireless adapter card is installed and working OK. Use your wireless adapters connection utility or, if you are using Windows, click the Start Button and go to My Network Places, and select Connect to a network. Your router will show on the list of wireless networks as PlusnetWireless. Click on it and then click Connect. Youll be asked to type in the network security key or pass phrase. Use the WPA-PSK key shown on bottom of your router. Remember this is case-sensitive. Click Connect and go to section 5: Configure your Thomson Gateway
Go to section 5 - Configure your Thomson Gateway.
Configure your Thomson Gateway

Choose your provider

Enter your account details

Connect to Broadband

When youve finished plugging in cables, the router is switched on and the Broadband light is on, the next step is to configure your router. On your computer, open a web browser. Youll be taken straight to the routers welcome page. If this doesnt happen see the box called No Welcome Page? below. Click on Set up my Thomson Gateway and move on to Step 6 Choose your provider.
The easy setup wizard will appear, click Next.
Finally youll see a summary screen. Have a quick check through the settings to make sure everything is correct. Use the Back button if theres anything you need to change. Press Start to finish the setup wizard and connect to broadband.

No Welcome Page?

If you dont see the welcome page or you see a page cannot be displayed error, type http://192.168.1.254 into your browsers address bar and press enter on your keyboard. This will take you to the Thomson home page. Click Thomson Gateway on the left menu, and when the page has loaded, click on Set Up which is under the Pick a Task. list. Enter Your Broadband Username and Password and click Next. Your Broadband Username will look like one of the following:
Service Plusnet Madasafish Force9 Free-Online
On the Service Selection screen, choose your provider (Plusnet, Madasafish or Other) and click Next. Now move to Step 6 - Choose your provider. Only choose Other if you want to use No-NAT or other advanced setup options.

After about a minute the Internet light on the router will go green and youll see a confirmation screen. Click Finish. Thats it! Youre now connected to broadband - happy surfing!
Your Password is the one you chose while signing up. If you chose Other in step 6, make sure that VPI/VCI is set to 0.38 and Connection type is set to PPPoA (UK Default).
Once youre connected, if you need help setting up your email or with anything else, theres loads of help available on our website:
> ISDN: SELV circuit > PSTN, Phone, VoIP: TNV circuit, subjected to over voltages (TNV-3) > All other interface ports (e.g. Ethernet, 10/100Base-T/MDI(-X), USB, E1, ATMF-25, Console, Craft, etc.), including the low voltage power input from the AC mains Direct Plug-in power supply: SELV circuits.

Troubleshooting

Status Lights If youre having trouble connecting to broadband the lights on your router should tell you whats wrong. To see what the lights mean check the table below.
Power Off Red Flashing Broadband Off Flashing State Router not powered, check cables and power socket System error, restart the router Router is starting up, should stop after a short time State No broadband cable connected/check microfilters Attempting to connect to your telephone exchange. Check your microfilters if the light doesnt stop flashing Connected to your telephone exchange State No connection to our network Router is attempting to connect to our network Connection failed, check username/password Broadband is connected State No device connected Device transmitting data Device connected
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND REGULATORY NOTICES
BEFORE YOU START INSTALLATION OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT, CAREFULLY READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using this product, always follow the basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: > Always install the product as described in the documentation that is included with your product. > Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. > Do not use this product to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

Electrical powering

Does a Windows dial-up networking screen appear when you open your browser? You need to stop your computer from trying to use the dial-up settings, which are used by USB broadband modems and dial-up modems. In most version of Windows you would: Click on the Start menu, then Control Panel. Select Internet Options. or Network and Internet Connections, then Internet Options. Select the Connections tab. Choose Never dial a connection. Click LAN Settings and select Automatically detect settings.

The powering of the product must adhere to the power specifications indicated on the marking labels. The power supply must be Class II and a Limited Power Source in accordance with the requirements of IEC60950/ EN60950, Clause 2.5 and rated as indicated on the label on the bottom side of your product. It must be tested and approved to national or local standards.
Telephone cable CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No 26 AWG wire size or larger telecommunication line cord.
Connect the telecommunication line cord only in the DSL, ADSL, SHDSL, VDSL or Line receptable of the product. Never plug the telecommunication line cord in another receptacle of the product. Follow the installation instructions in the sequence as outlined in the installation guide. Central splitter / distributed filter(s) If telephone service is required on the same line, a central splitter or distributed filter(s) must be installed for optimal DSL performance. Consult the enclosed CD-ROM for full instructions.

Wireless

In case this product is equipped with a wireless transceiver, it uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) /Orthogonal Frequency Division Modulation (OFDM) radio technology. As such it is designed to be inter-operable with any other wireless DSSS/OFDM type product that: > Complies with the IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g Standard on Wireless LANs, as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. > Is Wi-Fi CERTIFIED as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance.

Accessibility

The Direct Plug-in power supply serves as disconnect device. Be sure that the power socket outlet you plug the power supply into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment as possible.

Directive

Press OK to apply the changes and start again from Step 5 - Configure your router. Resetting your router If youre having problems with your router, you can return everything to the default settings by using the reset button. Make sure you have note of your broadband username and password before you start Use a paperclip, pen or pointed object to press into the reset pin hole on the back of the router. Keep the button pressed in for at least 7 seconds. When the power light goes red, release the button and wait until the power light turns green again. You now need to apply your settings again. Follow this guide again from Step 5 - Configure your router.

Unless express and prior approval by THOMSON in writing, you may not: > Disassemble, de-compile, reverse engineer, trace or otherwise analyse the equipment, its content, operation, or functionality, or otherwise attempt to derive source code (or the underlying ideas, algorithms, structure or organization) from the equipment, or from any other information provided by THOMSON, except to the extent that this restriction is expressly prohibited by local law; > Copy, rent, loan, re-sell, sub-license, or otherwise transfer or distribute the equipment to others; > Modify, adapt or create a derivative work of the equipment; > Remove from any copies of the equipment any product identification, copyright or other notices; > Disseminate performance information or analysis (including, without limitation, benchmarks) from any source relating to the equipment. Such acts not expressly approved by THOMSON will result in the loss of product warranty and may invalidate the users authority to operate this equipment in accordance with FCC Rules. THOMSON disclaims all responsibility in the event of use that does not comply with the present instructions. Environmental information - WEEE directive This symbol means that your inoperative electronic appliance must be collected separately and not mixed with the household waste.The European Union has implemented a specific collection and recycling system for which poducers are responsible. This appliance has been designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused. Electrical and electronic appliances are liable to contain parts that are necessary in order for the system to work properly but which can become a health and environmental hazard if they are not handled or disposed of in the proper way. Consequently, please do not throw out your inoperative appliance with the household waste. If you are the owner of the appliance, you must deposit it at the appropriate local collection point or leave it with the vendor when buying a new appliance. > If you are a professional user, please follow your suppliers instructions. > If the appliance is rented to you or left in your care, please contact your service provider.

Overloading Servicing

Do not overload mains supply socket outlets and extension cords as this increases the risk of fire or electric shock. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. None of its internal parts are user-replaceable; therefore, there is no reason to access the interior. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages. Incorrect reassembly could cause electric shock if the appliance is subsequently used. If service or repair work is required, take it to a qualified service dealer.

Damage requiring service

On Internet Off Flashing Red On Ethernet/Wireless Off Flashing On
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: >When the power supply or its plug are damaged. >When the attached 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. >If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. >There are noticeable signs of overheating. >If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. Immediately disconnect the product if you notice it giving off a smell of burning or smoke. Under no circumstances must you open the equipment yourself; you run the risk of electrocution.

Regulatory Information

Please help us protect the environment in which we live. Safety Instructions
Climatic conditions This product: > Is intended for in-house stationary desktop use; the maximum ambient temperature may not exceed 40C (104F). > Must not be mounted in a location exposed to direct or excessive solar and/or heat radiation. > Must not be exposed to heat trap conditions and must not be subjected to water or condensation. > Must be installed in a Pollution Degree 2 environment (Environment where there is no pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution). Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall socket and computer before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Water and moisture Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. Transition of the product from a cold environment to a hot one, may cause condensation on some of its internal parts. Allow it to dry by itself before re-starting the product. Interface classifications The external interfaces on the rear panel of the product are classified as follows: > DSL, ADSL, SHDSL, VDSL, Line: TNV circuit, subjected to over voltages (TNV-3)
You must install and use this device in strict accordance with the manufacturers instructions as described in the user documentation that is included with your product. Before you start installation or use of this product, carefully read the contents of this document for device specific constraints or rules that may apply in the country where you want to use this product. In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless equipment in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use this device prior to turning on the equipment. THOMSON is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the device, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by THOMSON. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user. THOMSON and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from failing to comply with these guidelines.

Europe - European Union

European Community Declaration of Conformity Hereby, THOMSON, declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council.
This equipment can be used in all countries that are member of the European Union and that are member of the European Free Trade Association. The Declaration of Conformity can be found on www.thomson-broadband.com In case this product is equipped with a wireless transceiver: > it is restricted to indoor use only. > it complies with the basic restrictions and limits as defined in the European Council Recommendation (1999/519/EC) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to Electromagnetic fields.