Multitech MTA128ST, MultiModemISDN MTA128ST-USB Quick Start Manual

MTA128ST-USB

External ISDN Terminal Adapter

Quick Start Guide

Copyright and Technical Support

Quick Start Guide
Product: MTA128ST-USB
External ISDN Terminal Adapter
PN S000340A Rev A

Copyright © 2004 by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission
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or warranty with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of
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the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without
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changes.

Record of Revision

Revision Date Description

A 04/15/04 Initial release for CD publication.

Patents

This device covered by one or more of the following patents: 6,031,867; 6,012,113; 6,009,082; 5,905,794;
5,864,560; 5,815,567; 5,815,503; 5,812,534; 5,809,068; 5,790,532; 5,764,628; 5,764,627; 5,754,589;
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Table of Contents

Contents

Chapter 1 – Introduction and Description ..........................................................................................4

Introduction....................................................................................................................................................................................4

Product Description......................................................................................................................................................................4

Universal Serial Bus (USB).........................................................................................................................................................4

Safety Warning Telecom/ISDN-ST............................................................................................................................................5

Unpacking your MTA128ST-USB..............................................................................................................................................5

Assembling the MTA128ST-USB..............................................................................................................................................6

Connecting the MTA128ST-USB...............................................................................................................................................6

Connecting to Your Computer....................................................................................................................................................6

Connecting to Power....................................................................................................................................................................7

Connecting to Your ISDN Network Terminator.......................................................................................................................7

Connecting to Analog Equipment..............................................................................................................................................7

Chapter 2 – Software Installation .......................................................................................................8

Software Installation.....................................................................................................................................................................8

Installing in Windows 2000/XP...............................................................................................................................................8

Installation in Windows 98/ME.............................................................................................................................................16

Changing the Modem Descriptor (Windows 98)..................................................................................................................17

Removing Your Old Device from Windows /2000/XP.........................................................................................................20

Chapter 3 – Configuration................................................................................................................ 21

Configuration..............................................................................................................................................................................21

Network Configuration..............................................................................................................................................................21

Network Switch Type............................................................................................................................................................21

Call Control Configuration........................................................................................................................................................22

ISDN MTA128ST-USB Configuration Utility..........................................................................................................................23

To Install in Windows 98/2000/XP.......................................................................................................................................24

To Use the ISDN MTA128ST-USB Configuration Utility.....................................................................................................24

AT Commands...........................................................................................................................................................................25

Using AT Commands to Configure the MTA128ST-USB...................................................................................................25

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Chapter 1 – Introduction and Description

CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION

Introduction

Welcome to the world of data communications. You have acquired one of the finest ISDN
terminal adapters (TA) available today from one of America’s oldest and most respected modem
manufacturers: Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. This Quick Start Guide will help you unpack, install,
configure, and use your MTA128ST-USB.

Product Description

The MTA128ST-USB is a desktop terminal adapter with an ST port used for connection to an
ISDN network, a USB port for connection to a PC or laptop, and an analog port to connect it to a
telephone, modem, or fax machine. It ships with a software configuration utility for Windows
98/2000/XP. In addition, the MTA128ST-USB accepts AT commands that enable it to use the
same communications software as an analog modem.

MTA128ST-USB

The MTA128ST-USB is compatible with the popular EuroISDN switch protocol, it communicates
using ISDN BRI (2B+D) service, which provides up to 128 Kbps data and voice communications.
The device automatically detects whether an incoming call is voice or data and handles it
appropriately.

Universal Serial Bus (USB)

Universal Serial Bus (USB), defined by a consortium of industry leaders, permits connection of
multiple low-speed and medium speed computer peripheral devices such as telephones,
modems, printers, keyboards, mice, and scanners; all from a single personal computer port. The
specification, based on open architecture is quickly becoming a standard feature in new desktop
and notebook computers.

For more details, refer to the USB Public Web Board on the World Wide Web at:

http://www.usb.org/

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Chapter 1 – Introduction and Description

Safety Warning Telecom/ISDN-ST

1. Never install telephone wiring during a lighting storm.

2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for
wet locations.

3. This product is to be used with CE approved/marked computers.

4. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.

5. Use caution when installing or modifying telepho ne lines.

6. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There
may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

7. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger Telecommunication line cord.

9. If S/T - interface ISDN network connection cable is used, the ISDN phone cord
should be connected between the ISDN network connection cable and a NT1
device.

Unpacking your MTA128ST-USB

Remove all items from the box.

Unpacking

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Chapter 1 – Introduction and Description

Assembling the MTA128ST-USB

The only assembly required is to mount the feet on the bottom of the unit. Peel the four self­adhesive plastic feet off the backing strip and press them into the recesses on the bottom.

Connecting the MTA128ST-USB

Place the MTA128ST-USB terminal adapter in a convenient location. In a typical configuration,
you will need to connect your MTA128ST-USB to your computer’s USB port, to its own power
supply, to the ISDN network terminator, and to any optional analog equipment you are using
(e.g., a telephone).

MTA128ST-USB Connection

Connecting to Your Computer

1. Plug the 4-pin flat end (Type A) into a USB port connector on your computer or laptop.

Note: Do NOT plug the “D-shaped” end (Type B) of the USB cable into the USB

connector on the back panel of the MTA128ST-USB at this time. You will be directed to
make the connection during the software driver installation process.

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Connecting to Power

1. Plug the power supply into the unit’s POWER connector.

2. Plug the power supply into a live AC outlet.

3. Turn on the unit by sliding the power switch to ON.

4. Verify operation by observing the LED indicators on the front panel. The LEDs will initially
flash in a self-test pattern. Then the LS LED will remain on. (See LED descriptions in the
on-line User Guide.) If the terminal adapter does not appear to be working, see Chapter 5
in the on-line User Guide for troubleshooting help.

Caution: Only use the power supply shipped with your MTA128ST-USB; any other power

supply could damage the unit and void its warranty.

Connecting to Your ISDN Network Terminator

1. If you need a longer line cord than the RJ-45 line cord provided with your MTA128ST­USB, select a cord that is wired straight through (pin 1 to pin 1; pin 2 to pin 2, etc.) with at
least the middle four pins connected (pins 2, 3, 4, and 5).

2. Plug one end of the provided RJ-45 S/T line cord into the ISDN jack on the MTA128ST­USB and the other end into the S/T jack on your network terminator.

Note: The AUX jack and ISDN jack are not interchangeable.

Connecting to Analog Equipment

You can connect an analog device such as an analog telephone, modem, or fax machine to the
unit. Simply plug the device’s modular RJ-11 telephone cord into the RJ-11 AUX connector.

Note: The AUX jack and the ISDN jack on the unit are not interchangeable.

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Chapter 2 – Software Installation

CHAPTER 2 – SOFTWARE I NSTALLATION

Software Installation

MTA128ST-USB driver software is installed in Windows 2000/XP and 98/ME operating
environments.

Installing in Windows 2000/XP

1. Power up your Windows 2000/XP system.

2. Turn on your MTA128S T-USB. The LS (Power) LED will light.

3. Plug the “D-shaped” end (Type B) of your USB cable into the USB connector on the back
of the unit

4. Windows will detect that the new modem is present and launch the Found New
Hardware Wizard.

Place the Installation CD provided with your modem into your CD-ROM drive and click
Next > to proceed with the installation.

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