User guide

TALKSWITCH INSTALLATION 21
1.9.3 Connecting devices to the music jack
The music jack is designed to support audio sources like a CD player, audio,
tape player or other sound devices for playing music or messages to callers
while they are on hold. Connect the audio source via its headphone output
to the music jack.
The music jack requires a 1/8" (3.5 mm) mono phono connector. If you have
more than one unit connected to a LAN, load a .wav file onto each unit to
eliminate the need for a separate music source for each unit.
1.9.4 Connecting to the PA (public address) jack
The PA jack can be connected to a PA system for external paging or to an
amplification system to screen voicemail or to use as a line simulator. The PA
jack requires a 1/8" (3.5 mm) mono phono connector. If you have more than
one unit connected to a LAN, you need to provide a connection onto the
system to the PA system.
1.10 NETWORKING TALKSWITCH UNITS ON A LAN
Up to four units can be networked together over a LAN to increase the
number of lines and extensions in your phone system.
1.10.1 Connecting TalkSwitch units to a LAN
You can plug your unit(s) into your existing LAN or operate it on its own
LAN with an Ethernet switch. Ensure that the firmware on all units is
updated before adding them to the LAN.
Check http://www.talkswitch.com/support/ for the latest updates.
1.10.1.1 Ethernet switch
A switch provides direct communication between units, thus keeping the
voice-over-LAN data isolated from other data on the network.
1. Connect up to four TalkSwitch units to the LAN switch.
2. Connect a computer to the phone system using the LAN connection or
directly to the unit through the USB or LAN port.
TalkSwitch unit enclosures are not designed for stacking. We recommend
wall-mounting units to maximize airflow and keep the units from
overheating.