Black Box JPM1105A User manual

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SEPTEMBER 2003
JPM1105A
12-Port Basic Telephone Module
CUSTOMER SUPPORT INFORMATION
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FCC AND IC RFI STATEMENTS
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
AND
INDUSTRY CANADA
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy,
and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case
the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be
necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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12-PORT BASIC TELEPHONE MODULE
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CONTENTS
Contents
Chapter Page
1. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2. Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.1 Cable Handling Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.2 Installing a Module in the
SOHO Network Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.3 Removing a Module from the
SOHO Network Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.4 Connecting the Cables to the
Telephone Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.1 Calling Black Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.2 Shipping and Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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12-PORT BASIC TELEPHONE MODULE
1. Specifications
Connectors: (1) 4-pair 110-type termination block
(incoming); (12) 4-pair 110-type termination blocks
(outgoing); (1) surge protector interface; (1) isolation
jumper; (1) grounding point
Size: 3"H x 6.3"W (7.6 x 16 cm)
Weight: 0.6 lb. (0.3 kg)

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CHAPTER 2: Introduction
2. Introduction
The 12-Port Basic Telephone Module distributes four
incoming phone lines to up to 12 telephone outlets. It
has front 110-type termination blocks and T568A wiring.
This module should be installed in one of the SOHO
Network Boxes (JPM1110A, JPM1111A, or JPM1112A).
Figure 2-1. 12-Port Basic Telephone Module.
Metal tab
Metal tab
Metal tab
(slides into rail
holes on SOHO
Network Box)
Side view of module
Metal tab
Metal tab
Button

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12-PORT BASIC TELEPHONE MODULE
3. Installation
3.1 Cable Handling Guidelines
• Do not route data cables through the same cable
holes as the AC power cables.
• For safety, separate all data cables from parallel AC
power lines by at least 6 inches (15.2 cm)
whenever possible.
• Avoid kinking the cable.
• Do not attach cable tie-downs too tightly. The
cable-fastening hardware should not compress the
cable sheath.
• Do not bend the cable sharply. Be especially
careful to place the cables properly in the cable
management after passing them through the
holes, since the edges of the hole can compress or
even damage the cable sheath.
• When installing an individual module in the
SOHO Network Box, place it above or below the
interfacing module (if possible). This will
eliminate excessive cable crossing.

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CHAPTER 3: Installation
• Follow all warnings on the products.
• For your safety, do not use this or any electrical
product near water (unless it is specifically
designed for wet areas).
• Do not install wiring during thunder and lightning
storms.
• Use caution when handling or installing any
computer, telephone, video, or electrical devices.
3.2 Installing a Module in the SOHO Network Box
1. Determine the area for installation.
2. Position the metal tabs on the left side of the
module at a 45-degree angle and slide them into
the rail holes on the SOHO Network Box (see
Figure 2-1).
3. Insert the metal tabs on the right side of the
module into the rail.
4. Press the button to fasten the module to the
SOHO Network Box.

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12-PORT BASIC TELEPHONE MODULE
NOTE
When mounting an individual module in the SOHO Network
Box, install it above or below the interfacing module (when
possible). This will eliminate excessive cable crossing.
3.3 Removing a Module from the SOHO Network Box
1. Press the button and hold it in while pulling the
module from the SOHO Network Box.
2. Swing the module out.
3.4 Connecting the Cables to the Telephone Module
Connect the incoming telephone line from your service
provider by terminating it to the designated 110-type
termination block.
1. The punchdown block is labeled to indicate where
you may terminate each line (up to 4 lines).
2. Using the appropriate cable stripping tool, strip
approximately 2" (5.1 cm) of the cable jacket.
3. Separate the pairs according to color (blue-
white/blue, green-white/green, orange-
white/orange, and brown-white/brown). See
Figure 3-1.

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CHAPTER 3: Installation
Figure 3-1. T568A wire colors.
4. To terminate the connection, place each wire into
the insulation displacement contacts (IDC) by
matching the wire color with the applicable colors
on the jack (568A).
NOTE
We recommend untwisting the pairs no more than 0.5"
(1.3 cm) from the termination point.
5. If you are using a 110-type punchdown tool,
position the tool over each wire with the cutting
blade facing the outside of the IDC and punch
down firmly.
6. Repeat the process with each pair.

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12-PORT BASIC TELEPHONE MODULE
We recommend that you use a surge protector (part
number SP080A, sold separately) to protect your
module and phone system from lightning strikes and
line surges. Attach a grounding wire to the ground
jumper on the module. Attach the other end of the wire
directly to the SOHO Network Box.
Connect the telephone lines to each room by
terminating that room’s cable to the designated 110-type
termination block.
1. Follow steps 1 through 6 listed at the beginning of
Section 3.4.
2. Repeat these steps for each room in your
installation.

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CHAPTER 3: Installation
Figure 3-2. Typical setup.
Main telephone
line (IN)
Surge
protection
Ground
Isolation
jumper
Cable
management
channel
12-Port Basic
Telephone
Module
To outlets
#1–#12

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12-PORT BASIC TELEPHONE MODULE
4. Troubleshooting
4.1 Calling Black Box
If you determine that your 12-Port Basic Telephone
Module is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or
repair the unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
Contact Black Box at 724-746-5500.
Before you do, make a record of the history of the
problem. We will be able to provide more efficient and
accurate assistance if you have a complete description,
including:
• the nature and duration of the problem.
• when the problem occurs.
• the components involved in the problem.
• any particular application that, when used,
appears to create the problem or make it worse.

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CHAPTER 4: Troubleshooting
4.2 Shipping and Packaging
If you need to transport or ship your 12-Port Basic
Telephone Module:
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use
the original container.
• If you are shipping the 12-Port Basic Telephone
Module for repair, make sure you include
everything that came in the original package.
Before you ship, contact Black Box to get a Return
Authorization (RA) number.