Scientific Atlanta EPX2203CTM, DPX2203CTM User Manual

WebSTAR™ DPX2203C™ and EPX2203C™ VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide

Introduction

Welcome to the exciting world of high-speed Internet and high quality digital telephone service. Your new WebSTAR™ DPX2203C™ or EPX2203C™ Voice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP) Cable Modem is a modem that meets industry standards for high-speed data connectivity along with reliable digital telephone service. With a DPX2203C or EPX2203C, your Internet enjoyment, home and business communications, and personal productivity will surely soar.

This guide provides procedures and recommendations for placing, installing, configuring, operating, and troubleshooting your DPX2203C or EPX2203C cable modem for high-speed Internet or digital telephone service, or both simultaneously, for your home or office. Refer to the appropriate section in this guide for the specific information you need for your situation. Contact your service provider for more information about subscribing to these services.

Benefits and Features

Your new DPX2203C or EPX2203C offers the following outstanding benefits and features:

• Features an embedded media terminal adapter (EMTA) supporting two-line voice services

• Provides a high-speed broadband Internet connection that energizes your online experience, such as providing hassle-free downloading and sharing files and photos with your family and friends

• Includes 10/100BaseT Ethernet and USB ports to provide connectivity for high-speed data services or to other Internet devices

• Assures a broad range of interoperability with most service providers by complying with Data Over Cable System Interface Specifications (DOCSIS

1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 standards along with PacketCable™ 1.0 specifications to deliver high-end performance and reliability

• Includes two RJ-11 telephony ports for connecting conventional telephones or fax machines

• Allows you to attach multiple devices in your home or office to the cable modem for high-speed networking and sharing of files and folders without first copying them onto a CD or diskette

• Includes an internal Lithium-Ion cartridge-style battery for convenient backup power

• Features Plug and Play operation for easy set up and installation

• Utilizes an attractive compact design that allows for vertical, horizontal, or

wall-mount placement

• Allows automatic software upgrades by your service provider

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WebSTAR DPX2203C and EPX2203C VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide

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In This Guide

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................................4

What’s In the Carton?.................................................................................................................................................8

Front Panel Description ..............................................................................................................................................9

Back Panel Description ............................................................................................................................................10

Where is the Best Location for My Cable Modem? ..................................................................................................11

What are the System Requirements for Internet Service?.......................................................................................11

How Do I Set Up My High-Speed Internet Access Account?...................................................................................12

How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet? ................................................................................................13

How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol? .....................................................................................................................15

How Do I Install USB Drivers?..................................................................................................................................18

What are the Requirements for Ethernet Network Devices?....................................................................................20

How Do I Select and Place Ethernet Network Devices?..........................................................................................21

How Do I Connect Ethernet Network Devices?........................................................................................................22

What are the Requirements for USB Network Devices?..........................................................................................24

How Do I Select and Place USB Network Devices? ................................................................................................25

How Do I Connect USB Network Devices?..............................................................................................................26

Troubleshooting My Internet Service Installation? ...................................................................................................28

How Do I Use My Modem for Telephone Service? ..................................................................................................30

Where Do I Place My Modem for Telephone Service? ............................................................................................31

What are the Requirements for Telephone Service? ...............................................................................................32

How Do I Install the Modem for Telephone Service?...............................................................................................33

How Do I Maintain the Battery?................................................................................................................................36

How Do I Mount the Cable Modem on a Wall? (Optional) .......................................................................................38

Telephone Service Frequently Asked Questions .....................................................................................................41

Having Difficulty? ......................................................................................................................................................42

Tips for Improved Performance ................................................................................................................................44

Front Panel LED Status Indicator Functions ............................................................................................................45

Notices........................................................................................................................

FCC Compliance ......................................................................................................................................................49

For Information .......................................................................................................................................... Back Cover

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WebSTAR DPX2203C and EPX2203C VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Heed Warnings

Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.

Read, Retain, and Follow These Instructions

Read all of the instructions before you operate this product. Follow all operating instructions that accompany this product. Retain the instructions for future use. Give particular attention to all safety precautions.

Comply With Warnings

Avoid electric shock. Comply with all warnings and cautions in the operating instructions, as well as those that are affixed to this product.

Power Warnings

WARNING:

To avoid electric shock and fire hazard, match the plug and outlet connections carefully, then fully insert. If the plug and outlet do not match, or you cannot fully insert the plug, contact an electrician to update

our power outlets.

Providing a Power Source

A label on this product indicates the correct power source for this product. Operate this product only from an electrical outlet with the voltage and frequency indicated on the product label.

If you are uncertain of the type of power supply to your home or business, consult your cable service provider or your local power company.

Grounding This Product (U.S.A. and Canada Only)

If this product is equipped with either a three-prong (grounding pin) safety plug or a two-prong (polarized) safety plug, follow these safety guidelines to properly ground this product:

• For a 3-prong plug (one prong on this plug is a protective grounding pin), insert the plug into a grounded mains, 3-prong outlet.

Note: This plug fits only one way. If you are unable to insert this plug fully into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

• For a 2-prong plug (a polarized plug with one wide blade and one narrow blade), insert the plug into a polarized mains, 2-prong outlet in which one socket is wider than the other.

Note: If you are unable to insert this plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

Overloading

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING:

Avoid electric shock and fire hazard! Do not overload mains AC outlets and extension cords. For products that require battery power or other power sources to operate them, refer to the operating instructions for those

roducts.

Do not overload electrical outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. For products that require battery power or other sources to operate, refer to the operating instructions for that product.

Preventing Power Cord Damage

Arrange all power cords so that people or pets cannot walk on the cords. Do not place objects on the cords. Do not lean objects against the cords. Placing objects on or leaning objects against cords can damage the cords. Give particular attention to cords at the point at which the cord connects to plugs, at the electrical outlets, and where the cords exit the product.

Usage Warnings

Providing Ventilation

This product has openings for ventilation that protect it from overheating. To ensure the reliability of this product, do the following:

• Do not block or cover these openings.

• Do not place entertainment devices (such as VCRs or DVDs), lamps, books,

vases with liquids, or other objects on top of this product.

• Do not place this product in any of the following locations:

− On a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface

− Near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

products (including amplifiers) that produce heat

− In an enclosure, such as a bookcase or rack, unless the installation

provides proper ventilation

WARNING:

Avoid personal injury and damage to this product! An unstable surface may cause this product to fall.

Selecting a Proper Location

Place this product in a location that is close enough to an electrical outlet and where the power cord is easily accessible to be disconnected from the wall outlet or from the rear panel of the product.

Important: The power cord is the mains power supply disconnect device.

Place this product on a stable surface. The surface must support the size and weight of this product.

Cleaning This Product

Before cleaning this product, unplug it from the electrical outlet. Use a damp cloth to clean this product. Do not use a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do not use a magnetic/static cleaning device (dust remover) to clean this product.

WebSTAR DPX2203C and EPX2203C VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide

Protecting This Product From Foreign Objects and Water or Moisture Damage

WARNING:

Avoid electric shock and fire hazard! Never push objects through the openings in this product. Foreign objects can cause electrical shorts that can result in electric shock or fire. Do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Do not place objects filled with liquid, such as vases, on this product.

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Do not expose this product to liquids or moisture. Do not place this product on a wet surface. Do not spill liquids on or near this product.

Do not use this product near water (such as a bathtub, washbowl, sink, or laundry tub), in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

Accessories Warnings

Do not use accessories with this equipment unless recommended by your cable service provider.

Avoiding Product Damage

Avoid any potential for electric shock or fire. Do not use accessories with this equipment unless recommended by your cable service provider.

WARNING:

Avoid any potential for electric shock or fire. Do not use accessories with this product unless recommended by your cable service provider.

Handling the Battery Pack

This product contains a replaceable battery pack. Heed the following warning and see the instructions later in this guide for handling, replacing, and disposing of the battery.

WARNING:

There is danger of explosion if the battery is mishandled or incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same type of WebSTAR battery. Do not disassemble it or attempt to recharge it outside the system. Do not crush, puncture, dispose of in fire, short external contacts, or expose to water or other liquids. Dispose of the battery in accordance with local regulations and instructions from your cable service provider.

Service Warnings

Servicing This Product

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING:

Avoid electric shock! Opening or removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltages. This product contains no userserviceable parts. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Do not open the cover of this product. If you open the cover, your warranty will be void. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only. Contact your cable service provider for instructions.

Obtaining Service for Product Damage

For damage that requires service, unplug this product from the AC outlet. Then, contact your cable service provider or qualified service personnel to obtain service for the following conditions:

• If there is damage to the power-supply cord or plug

• If liquid enters the equipment

• If you drop this product, a heavy object falls on this product, or damage

occurs to the cover of this product

• If you expose this product to rain or water

• If this product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions

• If this product exhibits a distinct change in performance

Checking Product Safety

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, the service technician must perform safety checks to determine that this product is in proper operating condition.

Lightning

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. Plugging this product into a surge protector may reduce the risk of damage.

WebSTAR DPX2203C and EPX2203C VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide

What’s In the Carton?

When you receive your WebSTAR Cable Modem, you should check the equipment and accessories to verify that each item is in the carton and that each item is undamaged. The carton contains the following items:

One WebSTAR DPX2203C or EPX2203C Cable Modem

One Ethernet cable (CAT5/RJ-45)

One power adapter with power cord

One USB cable

One CD-ROM containing the user’s guide and the USB drivers

If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your cable service provider for assistance.

Notes:

• You will need an optional cable signal splitter and additional standard RF coaxial cables if you want to connect a VCR, a Digital Home Communications Terminal (DHCT) or a set-top converter, or a TV to the same cable connection as your cable modem.

• Cables and other equipment needed for telephone service must be purchased separately. Contact your service provider to inquire about the equipment and cables you need for telephone service.

Lithium Ion cartridge battery (Optional)

Front Panel Description

The front panel of your cable modem provides status LEDs that indicate how well and at what state your cable modem is operating. See Front Panel LED Status Indicator Functions, later in this guide, for more information on front panel LED status indicator functions.

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the cable modem. AC power must be available to recharge the battery.

2 RECEIVE DATA—Blinks to indicate that the cable modem is receiving data from

the cable network

3 SEND DATA— Blinks to indicate that the cable modem is sending data to the

cable network

4 CABLE—Illuminates solid green when the cable modem is registered on the

network and fully operational. This indicator blinks to indicate one of the following conditions:

• The cable modem is booting up and not ready for data

• The cable modem is scanning the network and attempting to register

• The cable modem has lost registration on the network and will continue

blinking until it registers again

5 PC—Illuminates solid green to indicate that an Ethernet/USB carrier is present

and blinks to indicate that Ethernet/USB data is being transferred between the PC and the cable modem

6 LINE 1—Illuminates solid green when telephone line 1 is in use

7 LINE 2—Illuminates solid green when telephone line 2 is in use

8 LOW BATTERY—Illuminates to indicate that approximately 20 percent of charge

is remaining in the battery.

9 REPLACE BATTERY—Illuminates to indicate that the battery could not be fully

charged. While the battery may be able to provide some backup power, it should be replaced to restore maximum capacity.

Notes:

• After the cable modem is successfully registered on the network, the POWER (LED 1) and CABLE (LED 4) LEDs illuminate continuously to indicate that the cable mode is active and fully operational.

• LEDs may behave differently when the cable modem is running on battery power (without AC power). Most LEDs are disabled if the unit is operating on battery power. In this mode, the POWER and CABLE LEDs blink to indicate that the unit is operating under battery power but AC power has failed.

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Back Panel Description

The following illustration shows the description and function of the back panel components on the DPX2203C and EPX2203C.

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IMPORTANT: Do not connect your PC to both the Ethernet and USB ports at the same time. Your modem will not function if both the Ethernet and USB ports are connected to your PC at the same time.

1 CABLE—F-Connector connects to an active cable signal from your cable

service provider

2 USB—12 Mbps USB port connects to the USB port on your PC

3 ETHERNET—RJ-45 Ethernet port connects to the Ethernet port on your PC or

your home network

4 LINE1/LINE2—RJ-11 telephone ports connect to home telephone wiring to

conventional telephones or fax machines

5 RESET—Activating this switch resets the unit to factory default values and

reboots the cable modem

CAUTION: The Reboot EMTA button is for maintenance purposes only. Do not use unless instructed to do so by your cable or telephone service provider. Doing so may cause you to lose any cable modem settin

ou have selected.

6 POWER—Connects the cable modem to the DC output of the AC power

adapter that is provided with your cable modem

CAUTION:

Avoid damage to your equipment. Only use the AC power adapter and power cord that is provided with your cable modem.

Where is the Best Location for My Cable Modem?

The ideal location for your cable modem is where it has access to outlets and other devices. Think about the layout of your home or office, and consult with your service provider to select the best location for your cable modem. Read this user’s guide thoroughly before you decide where to place your cable modem.

Consider these recommendations:

• Position your PC and cable modem so that they are located near an AC power outlet.

• Position your PC and cable modem so that they are located near an existing cable input connection to eliminate the need for an additional cable outlet. There should be plenty of room to guide the cables away from the modem and the PC without straining or crimping them.

• Airflow around the cable modem should not be restricted.

• Choose a location that protects the cable modem from accidental

disturbance or harm.

What are the System Requirements for Internet Service?

To ensure that your cable modem operates efficiently for high-speed Internet service, verify that all of the Internet devices on your system meet or exceed the following minimum hardware and software requirements.

Note: You will also need an active cable input line and an Internet connection.

Minimum System Requirements for a PC

• A PC with a Pentium MMX 133 processor or greater

• 32 MB of RAM

• Web browsing software (Netscape or Internet Explorer)

• CD-ROM drive

Minimum System Requirements for Macintosh

• MAC OS 7.5

• 32 MB of RAM

System Requirements for an Ethernet Connection

• A PC with Microsoft Windows 95 operating system (or later) with TCP/IP

protocol installed, or an Apple Macintosh computer with TCP/IP protocol installed

• An active 10/100BaseT Ethernet network interface card (NIC) installed PC

System Requirements for a USB Connection

• A PC with Microsoft Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, or XP operating system

• A master USB port installed in your PC

WebSTAR DPX2203C and EPX2203C VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide

How Do I Set Up My High-Speed Internet Access Account?

Before you can use your cable modem, you need to have a high-speed Internet access account. If you do not have a high-speed Internet access account, you need to set up an account with your local cable service provider. Choose one of the following two options.

I Do Not Have a High-Speed Internet Access Account

If you do not have a high-speed Internet access account, your cable service provider will set up your account and become your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Internet access enables you to send and receive e-mail, access the World Wide Web, and receive other Internet services. When you contact your cable service provider, they will ask you for the serial number, the Media Access Control (MAC) address, and the WLAN data MAC address of the cable modem.

These numbers appear on a label located on the side of the cable modem. The serial number consists of a series of alphanumeric characters preceded by S/N. The MAC address consists of a series of alphanumeric characters preceded by CM MAC. See the following illustration of a sample label.

MAC AddressSerial Number

Write down these numbers in the space provided here.

Serial Number _______________________ MAC Address ________________________

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I Already Have an Existing High-Speed Internet Access Account

If you have an existing high-speed Internet access account, you must give your cable service provider the serial number and the MAC address of the cable modem. Refer to the serial number and MAC address information listed previously in this section.

Note: You may be able to continue to use your existing e-mail account with your cable modem. Contact your cable service provider for more information.

How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet?

You can use your cable modem to access the Internet, and you can share that Internet connection with other Internet devices in your home or office. Sharing one connection among many devices is called networking.

Connecting and Installing Internet Devices

You must connect and install your cable modem correctly to access the Internet. Professional installation may be available. Contact your local cable service provider for further assistance.

To connect devices

The following diagram illustrates one of the various connection options that are available to you.

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WebSTAR DPX2203C and EPX2203C VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide

To install the cable modem for high-speed data service

1. Power off your PC and unplug it from the power source.

WARNING:

To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment, follow these steps in the exact order shown.

2. Connect your PC to either the ETHERNET port or the USB port using the

appropriate data cable. Do not connect your PC to both the Ethernet and USB ports at the same time. You can connect two separate PCs to the cable modem at the same time by connecting one PC to the Ethernet port and one PC to the USB port.

3. Connect the active RF coaxial cable to the CABLE connector. Use an

optional cable signal splitter to add a TV, a DHCT or set-top converter, or a VCR.

4. Insert the AC power adapter cord into the DC POWER connector on the

back of the cable modem, and then plug the power adapter into an AC power source.

5. Plug in and power on your networked devices including your PC. The

cable modem will then begin an automatic search to locate and sign on to the broadband data network. This process may take up to 5 minutes. The modem will be ready for use when the CABLE LED status indicator on the front panel stops blinking and illuminates continuously.

6. The next step in setting up your cable modem is to configure your

Internet devices for Internet access. Choose one of the following options:

• If you want to use Ethernet connections, you must configure the TCP/IP protocol. To configure the TCP/IP protocol go to How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol, next in this guide.

• If you want to use USB connections, you must install the USB drivers. To install the USB Drivers for USB go to How Do I Install USB Drivers, later in this guide.

How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol?

To configure TCP/IP protocol, you need to have an Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) with TCP/IP communications protocol installed on your system. TCP/IP is a communications protocol used to access the Internet. This section contains instructions for configuring TCP/IP on your Internet devices to operate with the cable modem in Microsoft Windows or Macintosh environments.

Configuring TCP/IP on Your Internet Devices

TCP/IP protocol in a Microsoft Windows environment is different for each Windows version. Follow the appropriate instructions in this section for your operating system.

To configure Windows 95, 98, 98SE, or ME systems

1. Click Start, select Settings, and choose Control Panel.

2. Double-click the Network icon in the Control Panel window.

3. Read the list of installed network components under the Configuration tab to verify that your PC contains the TCP/IP protocol/Ethernet adapter.

4. Is TCP/IP protocol listed in the installed network components list?

• If yes, go to step 7.

• If no, click Add, click Protocol, click Add, and then go to step 5.

5. Click Microsoft in the Manufacturers list.

6. Click TCP/IP in the Network Protocols list, and then click OK.

7. Click the TCP/IP Ethernet Adapter protocol, and then choose Properties.

8. Click the IP Address tab, and then select Obtain an IP address automatically.

9. Click the Gateway tab and verify that these fields are empty. If they are not empty, highlight and delete all information from the fields.

10. Click the DNS Configuration tab, and then select Disable DNS.

11. Click OK.

12. Click OK when the system finishes copying the files, and then close all networking windows.

Click YES to restart your computer when the System Settings Change

13. dialog box opens. The computer restarts. The TCP/IP protocol is now

configured on your PC and your Ethernet devices are ready for use.

14. Try to access the Internet. If you cannot access the Internet, go to Having Difficulty, later in this guide. If you still cannot access the Internet, contact your cable service provider for further assistance.

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