AudioCodes Mediant 1000 User manual

Document #: LTRT-83505 June 2009
Installation Manual
Version 5.8

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Installation Manual Contents
Table of Contents
1Introduction......................................................................................................... 9
2Installing the Device......................................................................................... 11
2.1Physical Description ...............................................................................................11
2.1.1Front Panel.............................................................................................................. 12
2.1.2Rear Panel .............................................................................................................. 14
2.2Unpacking Package Contents ................................................................................14
2.3Mounting the Device
...............................................................................................15
2.3.1Desktop Mounting ................................................................................................... 15
2.3.2Installing the Device in a 19-inch Rack ................................................................... 16
2.4Cabling the Device .................................................................................................18
2.4.1Connecting to Earth (Ground)................................................................................. 19
2.4.2Connecting to IP Network ....................................................................................... 19
2.4.3Connecting to FXS/FXO Interfaces......................................................................... 20
2.4.4Connecting to Analog Lifeline Phone...................................................................... 20
2.4.5Connecting to ISDN BRI Lines................................................................................ 22
2.4.6Connecting to E1/T1 Trunks ................................................................................... 22
2.4.7Connecting to E1/T1 Trunks for PSTN Fallback..................................................... 23
2.4.8Connecting to Dry Contact Relay Alarm System .................................................... 24
2.4.9Connecting RS-232 Serial Interface to PC ............................................................. 25
2.4.10Connecting to Power............................................................................................... 26
2.5Maintenance...........................................................................................................27
2.5.1I/O Module Slot Assignment ................................................................................... 27
2.5.2Replacing Modules.................................................................................................. 28
2.5.3Inserting Modules into Previously Empty Slots....................................................... 30
2.5.4Replacing the Air Filter............................................................................................ 30
3Configuring the Device .................................................................................... 33
3.1Assigning an IP Address ........................................................................................33
3.1.1Assigning an IP Address using HTTP..................................................................... 34
3.1.2Assigning an IP Address using BootP .................................................................... 35
3.1.3Assigning an IP Address using the Voice Menu Guidance .................................... 36
3.1.4Assigning an IP Address Using the CLI.................................................................. 39
3.2Configuring Basic SIP Parameters.........................................................................40
3.3Configuring Basic MGCP/MEGACO Parameters
...................................................41
3.4Enabling Channels and Configuring Call Routing (Example).................................42
3.5Configuring PSTN Trunks ......................................................................................44
3.6Saving and Resetting the Device ...........................................................................46
3.7Changing Login User Name and Password ...........................................................47
3.8Backing Up and Restoring Configuration ...............................................................48
3.9Restoring Factory Default Settings
.........................................................................49
3.10Upgrading the Device
.............................................................................................50
3.10.1Software Upgrade Wizard....................................................................................... 50
3.10.2Loading ini and Auxiliary Files ................................................................................ 54

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4Monitoring the Device ...................................................................................... 57
4.1Front-Panel LEDs...................................................................................................57
4.2Web Interface
.........................................................................................................58
4.2.1Viewing Alarms ....................................................................................................... 59
4.2.2Viewing Channel Status.......................................................................................... 60

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: Summary of Steps for Installing the Device .......................................................................... 9
Figure 2-1: Front-Panel View and CPU Enlargement............................................................................ 12
Figure 2-2: Rear-Panel Connectors....................................................................................................... 14
Figure 2-3: Attached Rubber Foot on Underside of Chassis................................................................. 15
Figure 2-4: Location of Grooves for Rubber Feet.................................................................................. 15
Figure 2-5: Peeled-off Rubber Foot ....................................................................................................... 16
Figure 2-6: RJ-45 Connector Pinouts .................................................................................................... 19
Figure 2-7: RJ-11 Connector Pinouts .................................................................................................... 20
Figure 2-8: RJ-11 Connector Pinouts for FXS Lifeline .......................................................................... 21
Figure 2-9: Mediant 1000 Analog Lifeline Cable Setup......................................................................... 21
Figure 2-10: RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for BRI Ports ............................................................................ 22
Figure 2-11: RJ-48c Connector Pinouts for E1/T1 ................................................................................ 23
Figure 2-12: Mediant 1000 Digital Lifeline Cabling (e.g., Trunks 1 and 2) ............................................ 23
Figure 2-13: Dry Contact Wires’ Mate ................................................................................................... 24
Figure 2-14: RS-232 Cable Adaptor ...................................................................................................... 25
Figure 2-15: Power Supply Module ...................................................................................................... 26
Figure 2-16: Mediant 1000 Front Layout ............................................................................................... 27
Figure 2-17: Recommended Priority Module Slot Assignment.............................................................. 28
Figure 2-18: Module Orientation in Chassis Top- and Bottom-Row Slots............................................. 29
Figure 2-19: Slightly Extracted Fan Try Unit.......................................................................................... 31
Figure 2-20: Fan Tray with Filter Removed ........................................................................................... 31
Figure 3-1: Enter Network Password Screen ........................................................................................ 34
Figure 3-2: BootP Client Configuration Screen ..................................................................................... 36
Figure 3-3: Enabling Channels in Trunk Group Table Page.................................................................. 42
Figure 3-4: Routing Tel Calls to an IP Address in Tel to IP Routing Page ............................................ 43
Figure 3-5: Trunk Settings Page............................................................................................................ 44
Figure 3-6: Maintenance Actions Page.................................................................................................. 46
Figure 3-7: WEB User Accounts Page (for Users with 'Security Administrator' Privileges) .................. 47
Figure 3-8: Configuration File Page....................................................................................................... 48
Figure 3-9: Start Software Upgrade Wizard Screen .............................................................................. 51
Figure 3-10: Load CMP File Wizard Page............................................................................................. 52
Figure 3-11: End Process Wizard Page ................................................................................................ 53
Figure 3-12: Load Auxiliary Files Page.................................................................................................. 55
Figure 4-1: Location of Front-Panel LEDs ............................................................................................. 57
Figure 4-2: Current Alarms in Active Alarms Page................................................................................ 59
Figure 4-3: Mediant 1000 Web Interface’s Home Page ........................................................................ 60

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List of Table
Table 2-1: Front Panel Component Descriptions .................................................................................. 12
Table 2-2: Rear Panel Component Descriptions ................................................................................... 14
Table 2-3: FXS Lifeline Setup Component Descriptions ....................................................................... 21
Table 2-4: Dry Contact Operational Description.................................................................................... 24
Table 3-1: Default IP Addresses............................................................................................................ 33
Table 3-2: Configuration Parameters Available via the Voice Menu ..................................................... 38
Table 3-3: Auxiliary Files Descriptions................................................................................................... 54
Table 4-1: Analog I/O (FXS / FXO) Modules LEDs Description ............................................................ 57
Table 4-2: E1/T1 PRI I/O TRUNKS Modules LED Description ............................................................. 57
Table 4-3: BRI I/O Modules LED Description (Applicable only to SIP) ................................................. 58
Table 4-4: Power Supply Module LED Description ............................................................................... 58
Table 4-5: CPU Module LEDs Description ............................................................................................ 58
Table 4-6: Color-Coding of Trunk / Channel Status Icon....................................................................... 60

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Installation Manual Notices
Notice
This Installation Manual describes the hardware installation and quick configuration setup for
AudioCodes Mediant 1000 Voice-over-IP (VoIP) SIP (analog and digital) media gateway and
Mediant 1000 VoIP MEGACO (digital) media gateway.
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LTRT-08075 Mediant 1000 MEGACO Digital User's Manual
LTRT-66510 CPE Configuration Guide for IP Voice Mail
Notes: Throughout this manual and unless otherwise specified, the term device
refers to the Mediant 1000 gateway.
Warning: Disconnect the gateway from the mains and Telephone Network Voltage
(TNV) before servicing.
Warning: To protect against electrical shock and fire, use a 26-AWG min wire to
connect FXO ports to the Public Switching Telephone Network (PSTN).
Warning: FXO ports are considered to be TNV-3; FXS ports are considered to be
TNV-2.
Notes:
•FXO (Foreign Exchange Office) is the interface replacing the analog
telephone and connects to a Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN)
line from the Central Office (CO) or to a Private Branch Exchange (PBX).
The FXO is designed to receive line voltage and ringing current, supplied
from the CO or the PBX (just like an analog telephone). An FXO VoIP
device interfaces between the CO/PBX line and the Internet.
•FXS (Foreign Exchange Station) is the interface replacing the Exchange
(i.e., the CO or the PBX) and connects to analog telephones, dial-up
modems, and fax machines. The FXS is designed to supply line voltage
and ringing current to these telephone devices. An FXS VoIP device
interfaces between the analog telephone devices and the Internet.

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Installation Manual 1. Introduction
1 Introduction
This manual provides you with step-by-step procedures for quickly setting up (hardware
and software configuration) the device for the first time. The flowchart below summarizes
these required steps. (Prior knowledge of IP networking is recommended.)
Figure 1-1: Summary of Steps for Installing the Device
Note: For detailed information on how to fully configure the device, refer to the
device's User’s Manual.

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2 Installing the Device
This section describes the device's hardware installation, which includes the following:
Physical description of the device (refer to 'Installing the Device' on page 11)
List of shipped items (refer to 'Unpacking Package Contents' on page 14)
Mounting the device (refer to 'Mounting the Device' on page 15)
Cabling the device (refer to 'Cabling the Device' on page 17)
Caution Electrical Shock
The equipment must only be installed or serviced by qualified service
personnel.
2.1 Physical Description
This section provides a physical description of the device's front (refer to 'Front Panel' on
page 11) and rear panels (refer to 'Rear Panel' on page 14).
The device is designed with a 19-inch industrial platform chassis, 1U high and 13.8 inch
deep. The device supports a scalable, modular architecture that includes the following
replaceable modules:
Up to six analog (FXS and/or FXO) modules (applicable only to SIP)
Up to four E1/T1 TRUNKS modules
Up to five BRI modules (applicable only to SIP)
Up to three MPM modules (media processing module)
OSN1 or OSN2 Server modules (optional)
One CPU module
One Fan Tray module
One Power Supply module

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2.1.1 Front Panel
The device's front panel is shown in the figure below and described in the subsequent
table.
Figure 2-1: Front-Panel View and CPU Enlargement
Table 2-1: Front Panel Component Descriptions
Item # Label/
Module
Component Description
1 FXO (Optional) FXO and FXO G module (applicable only to SIP): The device can
house up to six FXO modules. Each module provides four RJ-11 ports.
Therefore, up to 24 FXO ports (i.e., 6 modules x 4 ports) are supported.
Note: The standard FXO module supports outdoor and indoor (lightning
protection) loop-start signaling. The FXO G module supports both loop- and
ground-start signaling (but only supports indoor protection). To enable
ground-start signaling, use the ini file parameter GroundKeyDetection (refer to
the device's User's Manual).
FXS (Optional) FXS module (applicable only to SIP): The device can house up to
six FXS modules. Each module provides four RJ-11 ports. Therefore, up to 24
FXS ports (i.e., 6 modules x 4 ports) are supported.
Note: The FXS modules support both loop- and ground-start signaling.
TRUNKS (Optional) TRUNKS module: The device supports up to four digital E1/T1/J1
trunks. The modules are available in 1- or 2- or 4-span configurations (RJ-48c
ports). If the power fails, a relay connects trunks 1 to 2, and 3 to 4 (in the
same module) acting as a fallback for PSTN trunk.
BRI (Optional) BRI module (applicable only to SIP):The device supports up to five
BRI modules. Each module provides up to four BRI line (RJ-45) ports,
therefore, up to 20 BRI ports are supported.

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Item # Label/
Module
Component Description
2 MPM (Optional) Media Processing Module (MPM): The device supports up to three
MPM modules for IP media server capabilities (i.e., conferencing, SBC, and
IP-to-IP routing applications). These modules can be housed in slots 3, 4, 5,
or 6, depending on required configuration (for a detailed description of
channel resources using MPM modules, refer to the device's User's Manual).
3 CPU Main CPU model.
4 CPU This slot can either house a spare Central Processing Unit (CPU) module or
the Connection module (OSN server). For OSN Server installation, refer to
the device's User's Manual.
5 Power 1 (Optional) Spare Power Supply module slot. The device can provide two
extractable power supply units (Power 1 and Power 2). Each power supply
unit provides an AC power connector on its rear panel. If both Power 1 and
Power 2 units are used, the load is shared between them. This (optional)
load-sharing feature enables power failure protection (redundancy). When
using this feature, you are advised to connect each power supply unit to a
different AC supply circuit.
6 Power 2 Main Power Supply module (refer to the above description).
7 Schematic Extractable Fan Tray module with a schematic displayed on its front panel
showing the chassis' slot numbers. The Fan Tray module cools the device's
components. For additional information, refer to 'Replacing the Air Filter' on
page 30.
CPU - Enlarged View (#3)
8 - Locking screws (2).
9 I Dry contact port (normally open) - can be connected to an external audible or
visual alarm system (e.g., bell, siren, hooter, or light).
10 II Dry contact port (normally closed).
11 Audio IN/OUT. (Currently, not applicable.)
12
I 10/100Base-TX Ethernet Port 1. Two Ethernet ports provide a dual Ethernet
redundancy scheme, protecting against failure such as a disconnection of any
cable or associated LAN switch port.
13 II 10/100Base-TX Ethernet Port 2.
14 I0I0 RS-232 port for accessing the CLI and for receiving error / notification
messages. A 9-pin DB adaptor cable is supplied.
15
// Reset button for resetting the device and optionally, for restoring the device's
parameters to their factory defaults (refer to ‘Restoring Factory Default
Settings’ on page 49).
Note: For module slot assignment, refer to 'I/O Module Slot Assignment' on page
27.

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2.1.2 Rear Panel
The device's rear panel provides the power connectors, which are located on the power
supply module, as shown in the figure below and described in the subsequent table.
Figure 2-2: Rear-Panel Connectors
Table 2-2: Rear Panel Component Descriptions
Item # Label Component Description
1 Protective earthing screw.
2 ESD Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) socket.
3 100-240V~1A Dual AC Power Supply Entry.
Note: The device's rear panel also provides module slots for housing the OSN
Server modules (i.e., the iPMX and HDMX modules). For information on the
OSN Server installation, refer to the device's User's Manual.
2.2 Unpacking Package Contents
Follow the procedure below for unpacking the carton in which the device is shipped.
¾To unpack the device:
1. Open the carton and remove packing materials.
2. Remove the chassis from the carton.
3. Check that there is no equipment damage.
4. Ensure that in addition to the chassis, the package contains the following items:
•One or two AC power cables.
•Four anti-slide bumpers for desktop installation option.
•Two-meter length RS-232 DB-9 adaptor cable (for direct serial connection to PC).
5. Check, retain and process any documents.
6. Notify AudioCodes or your local supplier of any damage or discrepancies.

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2.3 Mounting the Device
The device can be mounted in one of the following ways:
Placed on a desk top (refer to 'Desktop Mounting' on page 15)
Installed in a standard 19-inch rack (refer to 'Installing the Device in a 19-inch Rack' on
page 16)
2.3.1 Desktop Mounting
The device can be mounted on a desktop by attaching the four anti-slide bumpers
(supplied) to the underside of the device. Once you have attached these bumpers, simply
place it on a desktop in the desired position.
Figure 2-3: Attached Rubber Foot on Underside of Chassis
¾To attach the anti-slide rubber bumpers to the device:
1. Flip the device over so that its underside faces up.
2. Locate the four anti-slide grooves on the underside - one on each of the four corners.
Figure 2-4: Location of Grooves for Rubber Feet

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3. Peel off the adhesive, anti-slide rubber feet and stick one in each anti-slide groove.
Figure 2-5: Peeled-off Rubber Foot
4. Flip the device over again so that it rests on its underside and place it in the required
position on a desktop.
2.3.2 Installing the Device in a 19-inch Rack
The device can be installed in a standard 19-inch rack by implementing one of the following
methods:
Placing it on a pre-installed shelf in a 19-inch rack (recommended method).
Attaching it directly to the rack’s frame using the device's integral front mounting
brackets and the user-adapted rear mounting brackets (not supplied). This method is
required for racks that don't provide shelves.
Rack Mount Safety Instructions
When installing the chassis in a rack, implement the following safety
instructions:
•Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature: If installed in a closed or
multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack
environment may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore,
consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an
environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) of
45°C (113°F).
•Reduced Air Flow: Installation of the equipment in a rack should be
such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation on the
equipment is not compromised.
•Mechanical Loading: Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be
such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven
mechanical loading.
•Circuit Overloading: Consideration should be given to the connection of
the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the
circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring.
Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be
used when addressing this concern.
•Reliable Earthing: Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should
be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections
other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g., use of power
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¾To mount the device on a pre-installed shelf in the rack:
Place the device on a pre-installed shelf in the rack. It's recommended to attach the
device's integral front mounting brackets to the rack's frame to prevent it from sliding
off the shelf during cabling. Use standard 19-inch rack bolts (not provided) to fasten
the front of the device to the frame of the rack.
¾To install the device in a rack without shelves:
1. Position the device in a 19-inch rack and align the front and rear (refer to note below)
bracket holes to the holes (of your choosing) in the vertical tracks of the 19-inch rack.
2. Use standard 19-inch rack bolts (not provided) to fasten the brackets to the frame of
the rack.
Note: If you are assembling the rear brackets, please note the following:
•The distance between the screws on each bracket is 28 mm (1.1 inches).
•To attach the brackets, use 4-40 screws with a maximal box penetration
length of 3.5 mm (0.14 inch).

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2.4 Cabling the Device
This section describes the cabling of the device, which includes the following:
Connecting to earth/ground (refer to 'Earthing (Grounding) the Device' on page 18)
Protective Earthing
The equipment is classified as Class I EN60950 and UL60950 and must be
earthed at all times. Therefore, before connecting the device to power and
communication interfaces (listed below), you must earth the device.
Connecting to the IP/Ethernet network (refer to ‘Connecting to IP Network’ on page 19)
(Optional) Connecting the FXS/FXO interfaces (refer to 'Connecting to FXS/FXO
Interfaces' on page 20)
(Optional) Connecting the analog Lifeline telephone (refer to 'Cabling to Analog Lifeline
Phone' on page 20)
(Optional) Connecting the BRI ports (refer to 'Connecting to ISDN BRI Lines' on
page 22)- applicable only to SIP
(Optional) Connecting the E1/T1 trunks (refer to 'Connecting to E1/T1 Trunks' on
page 22)
(Optional) Connecting the E1/T1 trunks for PSTN Fallback (refer to 'Connecting to
E1/T1 Trunks for PSTN Fallback' on page 23)
(Optional) Connecting the Dry Contact Relay Alarm System (refer to ‘Connecting to
Dry Contact Relay Alarm System’ on page 24)
(Optional) Connecting to a PC for serial communication (refer to 'Connecting RS-232
Serial Interface to PC' on page 25)
Connecting the device to the power supply (refer to 'Connecting to Power' on
page 26)
Once you have cabled and powered-up the device, the POWER LED on the front panel of
the Power Supply module is lit green. Any power supply malfunction results in the LED
being off (for a description of the LEDs, refer to 'Monitoring Front-Panel LEDs' on page 57).
Once you have cabled the device, you can begin configuring the device (refer to
'Configuring the Device' on page 33).

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2.4.1 Connecting to Earth (Ground)
The device must be permanently connected to earth (ground), using an equipment-earthing
conductor.
Protective Earthing
The equipment is classified as Class I EN60950 and UL60950 and must be
earthed at all times.
¾To earth the device:
1. Connect an electrically earthed strap of 16 AWG wire (minimum) to the chassis'
earthing screw (located on the rear panel), using the supplied washer.
2. Connect the other end of the strap to a protective earthing. This should be in
accordance with the regulations enforced in the country of installation.
2.4.2 Connecting to IP Network
The device's CPU module provides two 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 ports for connectivity to the
Ethernet network (IP network). The dual ports provide Ethernet redundancy.
¾To connect the device to the IP/Ethernet network:
1. On the CPU module, connect the first Ethernet port (labeled I) directly to the Ethernet
network, using a straight-through RJ-45 Ethernet cable.
2. Optionally, for Ethernet redundancy, connect the second Ethernet port (labeled II) to
the Ethernet network.
The RJ-45 connector pinouts are shown in the figure below:
Figure 2-6: RJ-45 Connector Pinouts
Notes:
•For Ethernet redundancy, it's recommended to connect each of the
Ethernet ports to a different switch.
•When assigning an IP address to the device using HTTP (refer to
'Assigning an IP Address Using HTTP' on page 33), you may be required
to cable the Ethernet port differently.

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2.4.3 Connecting to FXS/FXO Interfaces
The procedure below describes the cabling of the device's FXS and FXO module analog
interfaces.
Warnings:
•To protect against electrical shock and fire, use a 26 AWG min wire to
connect FXO ports to the PSTN.
•Ensure that FXS and FXO ports are connected to the appropriate,
external devices; otherwise, damage to the device can occur.
Note: The FXS/FXO interfaces are applicable only to SIP.
¾To connect the FXS /FXO interfaces:
Using the device's RJ-11 connectors on the FXS/FXO module, connect the device to
the required telephone interfaces:
•FXS: connect the FXS module's ports to fax machines, modems, and/or
telephones.
•FXO: connect the FXO module's ports to telephone exchange analog lines or
PBX extensions.
The RJ-11 connector pinouts are shown in the figure below:
Figure 2-7: RJ-11 Connector Pinouts
2.4.4 Connecting to Analog Lifeline Phone
The device's FXS modules provide a Lifeline phone connection on Port I. The Lifeline
provides a wired analog POTS phone connection to any PSTN or PBX, which provides
PSTN connectivity upon a power outage or when the network connection fails. For each
FXS module installed in the device, you can configure one Lifeline phone connection (using
Port I).
Notes:
•FXS interface is applicable only to SIP.
•Analog Lifeline is supported only by the FXS modules.
•The Lifeline feature activated upon network failure can be disabled using
the LifeLineType ini file parameter (described in the device's User's
Manual).