Low-Profile, V.34 Compatible Telephone Line Interface
XE0017
05/99
Description
The XE0017 is fully-integrated, low-profile, highperformance telephone line interface module. It
complies with FCC Part 68 requirements for direct
connection to the public switched telephone network.
The XE0017 meets the technical requirements for data
transmission at rates up to 33,600 bps. It is also suitable
for fax and voice communications. The XE0017 was
specifically designed to be compatible with Rockwell
Socket Modems.
The XE0017 is a complete DAA. It includes a low
distortion telephone line transformer, ring detector,
hookswitch and 2-4 wire convertor. The 2-4 wire
convertor separates transmit and receive signals. The
XE0017 operates from a single +5 volt supply and fits in
a 0.260 inch high package.
When developing a product to be connected to the telephone line, it is necessary to use a circuit described as a Data Access
Arrangement (DAA) which is approved by the appropriate governmental agency. In the US, for example, this agency is the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC), while in Canada it is the Department of Communications (DOC). These agencies test and
approve the product to ensure that it meets their specifications, thereby protecting the telephone system from damage and
protecting the user from high voltage transients (such as lightning strikes) which may come down the telephone line.
The XE0017 has been designed to meet all FCC Part 68 requirements for hazardous voltage, surge protection and leakage current.
If the system developed transmits data, or DTMF tones on the telephone line, the user must certify that the signals transmitted meet
basic FCC requirements for maximum transmission levels, out of band energy and billing delay . Full details may be obtained from
the FCC under Part 68 of the FCC Rules and Regulations, or in Title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations, however the basic
requirements are as follows:
1. Maximum Transmit Level
For the normal “permissive” (standard) telephone line, equipment which transmits data (such as a modem) must not exceed a
transmission level of -9 dBm.
2. Out of Band Energy
Data equipment must not transmit “out of band” energy on the telephone line which exceeds the following limits:
3.DTMF Transmission Level
If the system is capable of DTMF dialing, the maximum DTMF transmission level must be less than 0 dBm averaged over a 3
second interval.
4. Billing Delay
A delay of 2 seconds or greater is required after the time the XE0017 is taken “off hook” and before any information is transmitted.
This is required to ensure that billing information may be exchanged between telephone company central offices without
interference.
The user of the XE0017 must certify to the FCC that the final system meets the requirements of Part 68 which include the criteria
above as well as the high voltage protection provided by the XE0017. This is generally accomplished through an independent
testing lab which tesst the System and submits the proper paperwork to the FCC for approval. Since the XE0017 already comply
with FCC Part 68 rules, this is a relatively simple process.
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makes no warranty, express, statutory, implied, or by description regarding the information set forth herein, or
regarding the freedom of the described devices from patent infringement. XECOM makes no warranty of
merchantability or fitness for any purposes. XECOM reserves the right to discontinue production and change
specifications and prices at any time and without notice. This product is intended for use in normal commercial
applications. Applications requiring extended temperature range, unusual environmental requirements, or high
reliability applications, such as military, medical life-support or life-sustaining equipment, are specifically not
recommended without additional processing and authorization by XECOM for such application.
Xecom assumes no responsibility for the use of any circuitry other than circuitry embodied in a Xecom product.
No other circuits, patents, or licenses are implied.
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