Grandstream Networks HT818 User manual

Grandstream Networks, Inc.
HT812/HT814/HT818
Analog Telephone Adaptors
User Guide

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CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Grandstream, or operation of this
product in any way other than as detailed by this User Manual, could void your manufacturer warranty.
WARNING
Please do not use a different power adaptor with your devices as it may cause damage to the products and
void the manufacturer warranty.

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GNU GPL INFORMATION
The firmware for the HT81X contains third-party software licensed under the GNU General Public License
(GPL). Grandstream uses software under the specific terms of the GPL. Please see the GNU General
Public License (GPL) for the exact terms and conditions of the license.
Grandstream GNU GPL related source code can be downloaded from Grandstream web site from:
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Table of Content
DOCUMENT PURPOSE .................................................................................................7
CHANGE LOG................................................................................................................8
Firmware Version 1.0.0.5 (Only for HT818) ...........................................................................................8
Firmware Version 1.0.5.5 .......................................................................................................................8
Firmware Version 1.0.3.7 .......................................................................................................................8
Firmware Version 1.0.3.2 .......................................................................................................................8
Firmware Version 1.0.2.7 .......................................................................................................................8
Firmware Version 1.0.2.3 .......................................................................................................................8
Firmware Version 1.0.2.1 .......................................................................................................................8
GUI INTERFACE EXAMPLES........................................................................................9
WELCOME ...................................................................................................................10
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................ 11
Feature Highlights................................................................................................................................11
HT81X Technical Specifications ..........................................................................................................12
GETTING STARTED.....................................................................................................14
Equipment Packaging ..........................................................................................................................14
HT81X Ports Description .....................................................................................................................15
Connecting HT81X...............................................................................................................................16
Scenario 1: Connecting the HT81X using WAN Port ...................................................................16
Scenario 2: Connecting the HT81X using LAN Port.....................................................................16
HT81X LEDs Pattern ...........................................................................................................................17
CONFIGURATION GUIDE ............................................................................................19
Obtain HT81X IP Address via Connected Analogue phone ................................................................19
Understanding HT81X Interactive Voice Prompt Response Menu......................................................19
Configuration via Web Browser ...........................................................................................................21

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Accessing the Web UI ..................................................................................................................21
Web UI Access Level Management..............................................................................................22
Saving the Configuration Changes...............................................................................................22
Changing Admin Level Password.................................................................................................22
Changing User Level Password ...................................................................................................23
Changing HTTP Web Port ............................................................................................................23
Configuring HT81X Through Voice Prompts........................................................................................24
Register a SIP Account ........................................................................................................................25
Rebooting HT81X from Remote ..........................................................................................................27
CALL FEATURES.........................................................................................................28
CALL OPERATIONS ....................................................................................................30
Placing a Phone Call............................................................................................................................30
Direct IP Calls ......................................................................................................................................30
Call Hold ..............................................................................................................................................31
Call Waiting..........................................................................................................................................31
Call Transfer.........................................................................................................................................31
Blind Transfer................................................................................................................................31
Attended Transfer .........................................................................................................................31
3-Way conferencing .............................................................................................................................32
Call Return ...........................................................................................................................................32
Voice Mail.............................................................................................................................................32
VM Notification..............................................................................................................................32
Accessing VM ...............................................................................................................................33
NAT Settings ................................................................................................................34
DTMF Methods ............................................................................................................35
Preferred Vocoder (Codec) ..................................................................................................................35
UPGRADING AND PROVISIONING ............................................................................36
Firmware Upgrade procedure ..............................................................................................................36

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Upgrading via Local Directory:.............................................................................................................37
Upgrading via Local TFTP/HTTP Servers ...........................................................................................37
Firmware and Configuration File Prefix and Postfix ............................................................................37
Managing Firmware and Configuration File Download........................................................................38
Configuration File Download................................................................................................................38
RESTORE FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS ...............................................................39
Using the Reset Button ........................................................................................................................39
Using the IVR Command .....................................................................................................................39
Reset from Web Interface (Reset Type) ..............................................................................................40
EXPERIENCING HT81X ...............................................................................................41

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Table of Tables
Table 1: HT81X Features at a Glance......................................................................................................... 11
Table 2: HT81X Technical Specifications ....................................................................................................12
Table 3: Definition of the HT81X Connectors..............................................................................................15
Table 4: HT81X LEDs Pattern Description..................................................................................................17
Table 5: Voice Prompt Menu .......................................................................................................................19
Table 6: HT81X Call Features .....................................................................................................................28
Table 7: MAC Address Key Mapping ..........................................................................................................39
Table of Figures
Figure 1: HT812 Package Contents............................................................................................................14
Figure 2: HT814 Package Contents............................................................................................................14
Figure 3: HT818 Package Contents............................................................................................................15
Figure 4: HT812 Back Panel .......................................................................................................................15
Figure 5: HT814 Back Panel .......................................................................................................................15
Figure 6: HT818 Back Panel .......................................................................................................................15
Figure 7: Connecting the HT81X ................................................................................................................17
Figure 8: HT81X LEDs Pattern ...................................................................................................................17
Figure 9: Admin Level Password ................................................................................................................23
Figure 10: User Level Password .................................................................................................................23
Figure 11: Web HTTP Port ..........................................................................................................................24
Figure 12: SIP Profiles Settings ..................................................................................................................25
Figure 13: SIP Accounts settings ................................................................................................................26
Figure 14: Accounts Status .........................................................................................................................26
Figure 15: Firmware Upgrade Page............................................................................................................36

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DOCUMENT PURPOSE
This document describes the basic concept and tasks necessary to use and configure your HT81X. And it
covers the topic of connecting and configuring the HT81X, making basic operations and the call features.
Please visit http://www.grandstream.com/support to download the latest “HT81X Administration Guide” to
have more visibility about the configurable settings of your Handy Tones.
This guide covers following topics:
•Product overview.
•Getting started.
•Configuration guide.
•Call features.
•Call operations.
•Upgrading and provisioning.
•Restore factory default settings.

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CHANGE LOG
This section documents significant changes from previous versions of user guide for HT81X. Only major
new features or major document updates are listed here. Minor updates for corrections or editing are not
documented here.
Firmware Version 1.0.0.5 (Only for HT818)
•This is the initial version for HT818.
Firmware Version 1.0.5.5
•No major changes
Firmware Version 1.0.3.7
•No major changes
Firmware Version 1.0.3.2
•No major changes
Firmware Version 1.0.2.7
•No major changes
Firmware Version 1.0.2.3
•Added network check mechanism to enable or disable WAN port web access.
Firmware Version 1.0.2.1
•This is the initial version for HT812/HT814.

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GUI INTERFACE EXAMPLES
http://www.grandstream.com/sites/default/files/Resources/HT81x_web_gui.zip
1. Screenshot of Login Page.
2. Screenshots of Status Page.
3. Screenshots of Basic Settings Page.
4. Screenshots of Advanced Settings Page.
5. Screenshots of Profile Page.
6. Screenshots of FXS Port Page.