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Chapter 3: Connecting the Phone Adapter
Overview
Chapter 3: Connecting the Phone Adapter
Overview
This chapter gives instructions on how to connect the Phone Adapter to your network and telephones or fax
machines. Shown below is a connection diagram displaying a typical setup.
This chapter also describes the Phone Adapter’s placement options. You can place it flat on a surface, attach
the Phone Adapter’s base so it can stand in place, or mount the Phone Adapter on a wall.
Instructions for Connecting the Phone Adapter
If you already have an account set up with your Internet phone service provider, then proceed to step 1.
If you do not have an account, contact your Internet phone service provider to activate the Phone Adapter. After
you have set up an account, then proceed to step 1.
Figure 3-1: Connect the Phone Adapter to Your Network and Telephone
IMPORTANT: The Phone
Adapter includes a ringer (ring
signal generator), which is a
source of hazardous voltage.
When the ringer is activated by
an incoming call, do not touch
the Phone port wires, the wires
of a cable connected to either
of the Phone ports, or the
internal circuitry of the Phone
Adapter.
Telephone
Router
Cable/DSL
Modem
Internet
Phone Adapter
IMPORTANT: Do not connect
either of the Phone ports to a
telephone wall jack. Make sure
you only connect a telephone or
fax machine to either of the
Phone ports. Otherwise, the
Phone Adapter or the telephone
wiring in your home or office
may be damaged.