Multitech MultiVOIP MVPFX2-2, MultiVOIP MVPFX2-4, MultiVOIP MVPFX2-8 Cabling Manual

MultiVOIP™ FX

SIP Gateways

MVPFX2-2
MVPFX2-4
MVPFX2-8

Cabling Guide

MultiVOIP FX Cabling Guide

Cabling Guide
MultiVOIP FX SIP Gateways, Models MVPFX2-2, MVPFX2-4, MVPFX2-8
82100090L Rev. A

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Copyright © 2006 Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representations or warranty with respect to the
contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. reserves
the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the
content hereof without obligation of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. to notify any person or
organization of such revisions or changes.

Revision Date Description

A 06/16/06 Initial release.

Trademarks

Multi-Tech and the Multi-Tech logo are registered trademarks of Multi-Tech
Systems, Inc. MultiVOIP is a trademark of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. All other brand
and product names mentioned in this publication are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.

Patents

This Product is covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patent Numbers:
6151333, 5757801, 5682386, 5.301.274; 5.309.562; 5.355.365; 5.355.653;

5.452.289; 5.453.986. Other Patents Pending.

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Introduction

This guide shows you how to set up your MultiVOIP. See the MultiVOIP User Guide
included on the MultiVOIP CD for more information.

Safety Warnings

Lithium Battery Caution

A lithium battery on the voice/fax channel board provides backup power for the
timekeeping capability. The battery has an estimated life expectancy of ten
years.

When the battery starts to weaken, the date and time may be incorrect. If the
battery fails, the board must be sent back to Multi-Tech Systems for battery
replacement.

Warning: There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly
replaced.

Ethernet Ports Caution

Caution: The Ethernet ports and command ports are not designed to
be connected to a Public Telecommunictaion network.

Safety Warnings Telecom

Use this product only with UL- and CUL-listed computers (US).

•

• 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 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.

• This product must be disconnected from power source and telephone

network interface when servicing.

Safety Recommendations for Rack Instructions

• Ensure proper installation of the MultiVOIP in a closed or multi-unit

enclosure by following the recommended installation as defined by the
enclosure manufacturer. Do not place the MultiVOIP directly on top of other
equipment or place other equipment directly on top of the MultiVOIP.

• If installing the MultiVOIP in a closed or multi-unit enclosure, ensure

adequate airflow within the rack so that the maximum recommended
ambient temperature is not exceeded.

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• Ensure that the MultiVOIP is properly connected to earth ground via a

grounded power cord. If a power strip is used, ensure that the power strip
provides adequate grounding of the attached apparatus.

• Ensure that the mains supply circuit is capable of handling the load of the

MultiVOIP. Refer to the power label on the equipment for load requirements.

• Maximum ambient temperature for the MultiVOIP is 60 degrees Celsius

(140° F) at 20-90%s non-condensing relative humidity.

• This equipment should only be installed by properly qualified service

personnel.

• Only connect like circuits. In other words, connect SELV (Secondary Extra

Low Voltage) circuits to SELV circuits and TN (Telecommunications
Network) circuits to TN circuits.

• To reduce the risk of shock, all access doors should be closed during

normal operation of the equipment.

MultiVOIP Package Contents

• One MultiVOIP FX

• One power cord

• One Console Cable (RJ45 to DB25 connectors)

• Two rack mount brackets and four mounting screws for -4 and -8 models

• One printed Cabling Guide.

• One MultiVOIP CD containing software and user documentation.

Cabling the MVPFX2-2

Cabling involves connecting the MultiVOIP to your LAN and telephone equipment.

VOICE/FAX 1 WAN CONSOLE

VO ICE/F AX 2 PO W ER

FXS FXSFXO FXO

10/100 RS-2 32

Voice/Fax Channel 1 - 2
Co nne ctio ns

RJ-11

Connectors

FXS FXO

FXS

FXO

PSTN

Grounding

Cable

RJ-45
Cable

Def a u l t IP

192.168.2.1

PC IP

192.168.2.X

Power Connection

Ethernet

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1. Connect the power cord supplied with your MultiVOIP to the power connector
on the back of the MultiVOIP and to a live AC outlet.

2. Connect the MultiVOIP to a PC using the supplied console cable (RJ-45
(male) to DB-9 (female). Plug the RJ-45 end of the cable into the Console
port of the MultiVOIP and the other end into the PC serial port.

3. Connect a network cable to the WAN 10/100 connector on the back of the
MultiVOIP. Connect the other end of the cable to your network.

For an FXS connection: Examples - analog phone, fax machine,

Key Telephone System co/line port

Connect one end of an RJ-11 phone cord to the Channel 1 FXS connector
on the back of the MultiVOIP. Connect the other end to the device.

For an or FXO connection: Examples - PBX extension, POTS line from

telco central office

Connect one end of an RJ-11 phone cord to the Channel 1 FXO connector
on the back of the MultiVOIP. Connect the other end to a PBX or POTS line.

4. Repeat the above step to connect the remaining telephone equipment to the
second channel on your MultiVOIP.

5. Ensure that the unit is properly connected to earth ground by verifying that it

is reliably grounded when mounted within a rack.
This can be accomplished by connecting a grounding wire between the

chassis and a metallic object that will provide an electrical ground.

6. Turn on power to the MultiVOIP by placing the ON/OFF switch on the back

panel to the ON position. Wait for the BOOT LED on the MultiVOIP to go off
before proceeding. This may take a few minutes.

Proceed to the chapter “MultiVOIP and Auxiliary Software” in the User
Guide. That chapter describes how the built-in MultiVOIP software (firmware)
is accessed using a web browser and a Java program that are both up-to­date.

MultiVOIP FX Cabling Guide

VOIP Configuration

When the cabling connections above have been made and the command PC
has been equipped with an up-to-date web browser and Java version, then
you are ready to contact the MultiVOIP through a browser and begin
configuration. For detailed instructions about configuration, see the User
Guide on your MultiVOIP CD. The Quick Start Guide chapter of the User
Guide is the best place to start.”

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Cabling the MVPFX2-4 & MVPFX2-8

Cabling involves connecting the MultiVOIP to your LAN and telephone equipment.

1. Connect the power cord supplied with your MultiVOIP to a live AC outlet and
to the power connector on the back of the MultiVOIP.

Grounding

Screw

Voice/Fax Channel Connections
Channels 1-4 Left-Most; for MVPFX2-4/8
Channels 5-8 Right-Most; for MVPFX2-8 only

RJ-11

FXS FXO

Connectors

FXS

FXO

PSTN

RJ-45
Cable

Def a ult IP

192.168.2.1

PC IP

192.168.2.X

Ethernet

Grounding

Cable

2. Connect the MultiVOIP to a PC using the console cable (RJ-45 (male) to DB-

9 (female). Plug the RJ-45 end of the cable into the Console port of the
MultiVOIP and the other end into the PC serial port.

3. Connect a network cable to the WAN 10/100 connector on the back of the

MultiVOIP. Connect the other end of the cable to your network.

For an FXS connection: Examples - analog phone, fax machine,

Key Telephone System co/line port.

Connect one end of an RJ-11 phone cord to the Channel 1 FXS connector
on the back of the MultiVOIP. Connect the other end to the device.

For an FXO connection: Examples - PBX extension, POTS line from telco

central office

Connect one end of an RJ-11 phone cord to the Channel 1 FXO connector
on the back of the MultiVOIP. Connect the other end to a PBX or POTS line
port.

4. Repeat step 3 to connect the remaining telephone equipment to each

channel on your MultiVOIP. Although a MultiVOIP’s channels are often all

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configured identically, each channel is individually configurable. So, for
example, some channels of a MultiVOIP might use the FXO interface and
others the FXS.

5. Ensure that the unit is properly connected to earth ground by verifying that it

is reliably grounded when mounted within a rack.
This can be accomplished by connecting a grounding wire between the

chassis grounding screw and a metallic object that will provide an electrical
ground.

6. Turn on power to the MultiVOIP by placing the ON/OFF switch on the back

panel to the ON position. Wait for the Boot LED on the MultiVOIP to go off
before proceeding. This may take a few minutes.

Proceed to the chapter “MultiVOIP and Auxiliary Software” in the User
Guide. That chapter describes how the built-in MultiVOIP software (firmware)
is accessed using a web browser and a Java program that are both up-to­date.

VOIP Configuration

When the cabling connections above have been made and the command PC
has been equipped with an up-to-date web browser and Java version, then
you are ready to contact the MultiVOIP through a browser and begin
configuration. For detailed instructions about configuration, see the User
Guide on your MultiVOIP CD. The Quick Start Guide chapter of the User
Guide is the best place to start.”

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