User Guide

Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation

Multi-Tech Systems Inc. MT5656ZDX Series User Guide

Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation

This chapter shows you step-by-step how to set up your Multi-Tech modem, test it, and make your first calls.

We Supply

• An MT5656ZDX data/fax modem or a MT5656ZDX-V voice/data/fax modem

• A DC power transformer

• One RJ11 phone cable

• A printed Quick Start Guide

• A CD containing modem drivers, communications software (PhoneTools), this User Guide, AT Commands Reference

Guide which includes voice commands, a Fax 1 Commands Reference Guide, and Adobe Acrobat software

• Four vinyl gripper feet for the bottom of the modem

You Supply

• A computer with an available serial port. The processor speed should be at least 75 MHz in order to take full advantage

of the ZDX-V’s telephony features.

• A shielded RS232 serial cable with a male DB-25 connector on one end and a connector to match your computer’s

serial port on the other end.

• 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.

• Never install phone wiring during a lightning storm.

• Never install a phone jack in a wet location unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

• Never touch uninsulated phone wires or terminals unless the phone line has been disconnected at the network

interface.

• Use caution when installing or modifying phone lines.

• Avoid using a phone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm; there is a risk of electrical shock from

lightning.

• Do not use a phone in the vicinity of a gas leak.

• To reduce the risk of fire, use only 26 AWG or larger telephone line cord.