Chapter 2 – Hardware Installation
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MT5656ZDX User Guide 5
Chapter 2
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Hardware Installation
This chapter shows you step-by-step how to set up your Multi-Tech modem, test it, and make your first calls.
Ship Kit Contents
• One MultiModem ZDX (MT5656ZDX)
• One set of four self-adhesive rubber feet
• One power supply
• One RS-232 cable (a DB9F to DB25M serial cable)
• One RJ-11 telephone cable
• One printed Quick Start Guide
One MT5656ZDX CD
containing modem drivers, communications software (PhoneTools), this User Guide, AT Commands
Reference Guide, and a link to Adobe Acrobat software
You Supply
• A computer with an available serial port.
• A nearby AC power outlet
• A nearby phone jack
Optional: If you want speakerphone functions along with the ability to record sound or .WAV files through the
sound card at the same time, you will need:
• One stereo PC microphone
• One stereo male to male patch cord
• One sound card
• Speakers
Safety Warnings
• Use this product only with UL- and CUL-listed computers.
• To reduce the risk of fire, use only UL-listed 26 AWG (.41mm) or larger telephone wiring.
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never install a telephone jack in a wet location unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the
network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
• Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm; there is a risk of electrical shock from lightning.
• Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak.
• The telephone cord is to be disconnected before accessing the inside of the equipment.