RHINO R1T1, R1T1-e, R2T1, R2T1-e, R4T1 User Manual

Rhino® Open Source

Telephony PCI and

PCI Express Cards

for Linux

Models:

T1/E1 Models:

User Manual

•R1T1, R1T1-e: Single port T1 PCI card

•R2T1, R2T1-e: Dual port T1 PCI card

•R4T1, R4T1-e: Quad port T1 PCI card

Fixed Analog Models:

•R4FXO-EC: Quad FXO Channels with Echo Cancellation

•R24FXS-EC: 24 port FXS Channels with Echo Cancellation

•R24FXO-EC: 24 port FXO Channels with Echo Cancellation

Modular Analog Models:

•R8FXX: Modular Octal FXS/FXO with Echo Cancellation

•R24FXX: Modular 24 FXS/FXO with Echo Cancellation

Daughter cards:

•DFXS: Dual FXS Module

•DFXO: Dual FXO Module

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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Managing your open source telecommunication needs has never been easier than with Rhino
products. Rhino PCI plug-in cards satisfy the needs of Open Source Telephony (OST)
applications, no matter how stringent the requirement. Rhino Open Source Telephony PCI
cards feature Asterisk* and Linux tested software. Knowing that Rhino products are ready
to perform right out of the box means that you can spend more time developing important
customer relationships.

Rhino Equipment Corp. offers you a complete line of low cost PCI plug-in cards including
Single T1/E1, Dual T1/E1, Quad T1/E1, all three with optional echo cancellation using a
plug-in module, and our analog cards, the Quad FXO analog, Octal FXS/FXO modular, 24­port FXS/FXO modular, and the R24FXS and R24FXO fixed circuit analog interfaces, all
with echo cancellation on-board. Also, don’t forget our full line of Rhino Channel Bank
products, for large-scale analog FXS or FXO applications.

Thank you for purchasing a Rhino Open Source Telephony (OST) PCI card. For unparalleled
performance and years of operation please follow the instructions provided in this user
manual.

Rhino designed products are tough. In the rare case of trouble, our technical support staff is
ready to give you the support you need, when you need it. Our 5-year, limited warranty
means that you can be confident that Rhino will always work in your Open Source
Telephony application.

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* Asterisk is a registered trademark of Digium.

Software License

All Rhino OST PCI cards require Linux module software to operate. We distribute our software under the GNU General Public
License, which is enclosed here for your review.(as obtained from http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/gpl.html)

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User Information for FCC Part 68

Products: R1T1, R1T1-e, R2T1, R3T1-e, R4T1, R4T1-e, R4FXO, R8FXX, R24FXX,

R24FXS, and R24FXO models

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the
ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a
product identifier in the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX (where “X’s” are shown will
represent product number, for example R1T1). If requested, this number must be provided to
the telephone company.

This equipment uses the standard RJ11C, RJ21 or RJ-48C jack types for network connection.

A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone
network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by
the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is
designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See
installation instructions for details.

If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify
you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance
notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible.
Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is
necessary.

The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or
procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone
company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to
maintain uninterrupted service.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please
contact Rhino Equipment Corp, 8240 S. Kyrene Road, Suite 107, Tempe, AZ 85284. Tel:

800.785.7073. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility
commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure
the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have

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questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a
qualified installer.

User Information for FCC Part 15

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
1(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
2(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE, RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE:

RHINO EQUIPMENT CORP. IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV
INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER'S
AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

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Table of Contents:

Rhino® Open Source Telephony PCI and

PCI Express Cards ........................................................................................................................................ 1

for Linux .......................................................................................................................................................... 1

Software License ............................................................................................................................................. 3

Products: R1T1, R1T1-e, R2T1, R3T1-e, R4T1, R4T1-e, R4FXO, R8FXX, R24FXX, R24FXS, and

R24FXO models .............................................................................................................................................. 7

1. PREINSTALLATION ................... 11

1.a Warranty .................................................................................................................................................. 11

1.b Standards ............................................................................................................................................... 11

1.c Surge Protection ..................................................................................................................................... 12

2. INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................... 13

2.a Site Selection .......................................................................................................................................... 13

2.b Unpacking the Rhino PCI Card .............................................................................................................. 13

2.c Physical Installation ................................................................................................................................ 14

3. INSTALLATION FOR T1 OST CARDS ............................................................................................... 15

3.a Connecting the Rhino T1 Card to T1/E1/PRI ........................................................................................ 15

Fig 2. ..................................................................................................................................... 15

3.b Hardware Configuration ......................................................................................................................... 17

Note: The Rhino drivers (module) are only compatible with the Linux kernel 2.6.9 and higher. Please
make sure this is installed and the Rhino OST PCI card is properly installed before continuing with
the software configuration. If you are using TrixBox 2.x and above please see the Zaptel source

installation notes, located in the following section. .................................................................................... 18

3.d Rhino OST T1/E1 PCI card Port and Span configurations .................................................................... 21

3.e Rhino OST T1/E1 PCI card Channel configurations ............................................................................. 23

Tip: After configuring the signaling for your Rhino OST PCI card, start Asterisk in a terminal, then
simply run “Auto T1” on your Rhino CB24 or manually configure it with LOOP signaling ESF framing

and B8ZS coding. ......................................................................................................................................... 23

3.f Rhino OST T1/E1 PCI card LED Status Codes ..................................................................................... 24

4. INSTALLATION FOR Rhino OST Analog CARDS ........................................................................... 25

4.a Connecting Rhino Analog cards to telco/extensions. ............................................................................. 25

4.c Rhino OST PCI Analog card Channel configurations ........................................................................... 27

4.e Rhino Firmware File Update ................................................................................................................... 28

4.f Connecting Power to the Rhino R8FXX, R24FXX, and R24FXS Analog card installations ................. 29

4.g Rhino R4FXO (Rev. C and higher) and R8FXX LED Codes ................................................................. 31

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1. PREINSTALLATION

Rhino OST PCI cards are easy to setup and use, which will make your telephony life easier!
Please spend a few minutes reviewing these instructions to ensure a successful installation.

1.a Warranty

Rhino OST PCI cards are covered by a 5-year limited factory warranty. The warranty
statement is available on the Rhino web site, the Rhino CD-ROM, the Rhino Public FTP, or
by request.

Please note that damage caused by improper installation or acts of nature are not
covered by this warranty.

1.b Standards

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. The number is located on the
back of the Rhino OST PCI Card. The label contains the FCC Registration Number for this
equipment. If requested, this information must be presented to your telephone company.

Connection to the telephone network should be made by using standard modular network
jacks, type RJ45. The plug and/or jacks used must comply with FCC Part 68 Rules.

OPERATION FIC SOC (USOC) JACK

T1 CSU Interface 04DU9-BN 6.0N RJ48C

04DU9-DN

04DU9-1KN
04DU9-1SN

If this telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company
will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But
if advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as
possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you
believe it is necessary.

The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or
procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will
be notified in advance in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain
uninterrupted service.

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