HomePlug Testing

LTE xTCA WLAN WiMAX HomePlug RFID

HomePlug

HomePlug is a networking technology that connects PCs and other devices to each other through the electric power lines or coaxial cable in a home. PCs and other devices that use Ethernet, USB and Wi-Fi can connect to a HomePlug powerline network using HomePlug bridges that have Ethernet, USB or WiFi ports and that plug into an electric or coaxial cable outlet.

The HomePlug Powerline Alliance is an industry trade group that defines HomePlug communication specifications and certifies products that meet these specifications. HomePlug AV is the most recent specification that supports speeds up to 200 Mbps and Quality of Service for Audio-Video transmission required for IPTV, online gaming and similar applications.

Industry and Technology Bodies

HomePlug Powerline Alliance

Polaris Services
Polaris is developing Test Tools for the HomePlug Alliance compliance and interoperability testing program. These tools include:

Packet Generator
Packet Sniffer
Test Automation