User guide

2 Installation

Introduction

This chapter shows you step-by-step how to set up your Multi-Tech modem, test it,

and make your first calls.

What You Will Need

Before starting, make sure you have everything you will need.

We supply

4 An MT5600ZDX data/fax modem or a MT5600ZDXV voice/data/fax modem

4 A DC power transformer

4 One RJ11 phone cable

4 A printed Quick Start Guide

4 An system CD containing modem drivers and this User Guide

4 A CD containing a communications program and other programs

4 Four vinyl gripper feet for the bottom of the modem

You supply

4 A computer with an available serial port. The processor speed should be at least

75 MHz in order to take full advantage of the ZDXV’s telephony features.

4 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.

4 A nearby AC power outlet

4 A nearby phone jack

4 (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.