Comwave TV Bundle Installation Guide
Product Information: TV | DSL INTERNET - SR515 | HOME PHONE - GS HT801
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Package Contents
Internet Cable Contents
- INTERNET MODEM (SR515): The device that provides your DSL internet connection.
- TELEPHONE CORD: Used to connect the modem to the phone jack.
- ETHERNET CABLE: Used for wired network connections.
- POWER ADAPTER: Supplies power to the internet modem.
TV Contents
- COMWAVE TV SET-TOP BOX (ABOX M30): The device for receiving TV signals.
- REMOTE (BATTERIES INCL.): Remote control for the TV set-top box.
- HDMI CABLE: Connects the TV set-top box to your television.
- POWER ADAPTER: Supplies power to the TV set-top box.
Home Phone Contents
- HOME PHONE ADAPTER (GRANDSTREAM HT801): Connects your home phone to the internet for service.
- ETHERNET CABLE: Used to connect the phone adapter to the modem.
- POWER ADAPTER: Supplies power to the home phone adapter.
Note: Items shown in package contents may not be exactly as depicted.
Complete Setup Overview
Diagram shows the physical connections for a Comwave TV bundle. An Internet Modem (SR515) is connected via an Ethernet cable to a Comwave TV Set-Top Box (ABOX M30). The Set-Top Box is connected to a Television via an HDMI cable. The Internet Modem is also connected via an Ethernet cable to a Home Phone Adapter (GS HT801). The Home Phone Adapter is connected to a home phone via a telephone cord. All devices require power adapters.
Connections:
- Internet Modem to TV Set-Top Box: Ethernet Cable (Supplied)
- Internet Modem to Home Phone Adapter: Ethernet Cable (Supplied)
- TV Set-Top Box to TV: HDMI Cord (Supplied)
- Home Phone Adapter to Home Phone: Ethernet Cable (Not Supplied for this specific connection, but implied by phone adapter setup)
Step A - Internet Setup
Diagram illustrates the internet modem setup. A computer is shown connected to the Internet Modem (SR515) via an Ethernet cable. The modem is connected to a phone jack via a telephone cord. The modem has visible buttons: 'WPS Button (Not Supported)', 'Wireless ON/OFF Button', and 'Power Button'. A power adapter connects the modem to a wall outlet [power outlet].
- Connect the Comwave Internet Modem using the supplied telephone cord to your phone jack.
- Connect one end of the supplied Ethernet Cable to a LAN port on the Internet Modem and the other end to your computer. For Wi-Fi instructions, refer to the "Setting Up Your Wi-Fi" section.
- Connect the Internet modem to power using the supplied power adapter. Note: Please allow up to 5 minutes for your modem to become operational.
Once setup is complete, start your computer. You should be able to browse the internet instantly. The following LED lights on the modem should be illuminated: Power, Internet, and Wi-Fi.
Step B - Phone Setup
Diagram shows the home phone adapter setup. The Home Phone Adapter (Grandstream HT801) is connected to the Internet Modem via an Ethernet cable (to a LAN port on the modem and the WAN port on the adapter). A telephone is connected to the 'PHONE' port on the adapter via a telephone cord. The adapter is powered by a power adapter.
- Connect one end of the supplied Ethernet Cable to the WAN port of the Home Phone Adapter and the other end to any LAN port on the modem.
- Connect your telephone to the PHONE port of the Home Phone Adapter.
- Connect the Home Phone Adapter to power using the supplied power adapter and wait 5 minutes for the phone to register before use.
To test your phone line, pick up the phone receiver and listen for a dial tone. If you have no dial tone, please call Comwave support (phone number is on the back of the document).
Step C - TV Setup
Diagram shows the TV set-top box setup. The ComwaveTV Set-Top Box (ABOX M30) is connected to a Television via an HDMI cable (connected to an HDMI port on the TV). The Set-Top Box is also connected to the Internet Modem via an Ethernet cable (to a LAN port on the modem). The Set-Top Box is powered by a power adapter.
- Using the supplied HDMI cable, connect one end to an HDMI port on your TV and the other end to the ComwaveTV set-top box. Note: Remember which HDMI port you used on your TV.
- (Wired Network - Recommended) Connect an Ethernet cable from one end of the ComwaveTV set-top box to any LAN port on the Modem.
- Connect the ComwaveTV set-top box to power using the supplied power adapter.
Setting Up Your Wi-Fi
Note: For the best TV experience, Comwave recommends placing the Internet Modem as close as possible to your main TV and your ComwaveTV set-top box.
Once steps are completed, turn on your TV and select the correct HDMI input. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect ComwaveTV to your network.
The network name (SSID) and password are located on the bottom of the modem. There are typically two networks to choose from; the 5GHz network usually performs the best.
If you wish to change the network name (SSID) and password, please refer to the "Advanced Wi-Fi Settings" section.
Diagram shows the underside of a Smart RG SR515 modem. It displays the default Network Name (SSID) and Wi-Fi Password for both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless bands. Model information and regulatory compliance details are also visible.
- Modem Model: Smart RG SR515
- Network Name (SSID) Example: SmartRG-1122-60 (for 2.4GHz), and a similar one for 5GHz.
- Wi-Fi Password Example: 182345678 (same for both SSIDs).
Advanced Wi-Fi Settings
For advanced users wishing to change their network name (SSID) and/or password, follow the steps below.
- Open your internet browser and type http://192.168.17.1 in the address bar.
- Enter your Username and Password and click [login button] to proceed.
- Click on 'Wi-Fi' in the local network settings on the left, as shown in the figure.
- Use caution when making any changes.
- Click [save button].
Screenshots of the Comwave Control Panel interface for managing Wi-Fi settings. The interface allows users to view and modify network names (SSID), set passwords, and configure security protocols. Options include 'Network Names', 'Create Random Passphrase', 'Security' settings (e.g., WPA2/WPA), and radio band settings (2.4GHz/5GHz).