Multitech MT5656ZDX Series User manual

MultiModem®ZDX
MT5656ZDX Series
Quick Start Guide

MultiModem ZDX Quick Start Guide
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MultiModem ZPX Quick Start Guide
MT5656ZDX & MT5656ZDX-V
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Copyright
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Copyright © 2002-2008 Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representations or warranty with respect to the
contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranty of merchantability
or fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time
in the content hereof without obligation of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. to notify any
person or organization of such revisions or changes. Check Multi-Tech’s Web site
for current versions of our product documentation.
Revision Date Description
A 06/19/02 Initial release.
B 10/21/02 Changed driver installation to PnP.
C 06/19/07 Revised Technical Support section.
D 08/11/08 Added the RS-232 Cable to the package
contents. Updated the Safety Warnings.
Trademarks
Multi-Tech, MultiModem, and the Multi-Tech logo are registered trademarks of
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. All other brand or product names mentioned in this
publication are trademarked or registered by their respective companies.
Technical Support
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Introduction
This guide shows you step-by-step how to set up your Multi-Tech
MT5656ZDX-Series modem, a data and fax modem. The MT5656ZDX-V
model includes the voice option. For detailed information, product
specifications, troubleshooting tips, and more, see the User Guide,
available on your MultiModem Product CD.
Check Multi-Tech’s Web site for current versions of our product
documentation.
Safety Warnings
•Use this product only with UL- and CUL-listed computers.
•To reduce the risk of fire, use only UL-listed 26 AWG (.41mm) or
larger telephone wiring.
•Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
•Never install a telephone jack in a wet location unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet locations.
•Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
•Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
•Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm; there is a risk of
electrical shock from lightning.
•Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak.
•The telephone cord is to be disconnected before accessing the
inside of the equipment.
Package Contents
•One MultiModem ZDX (MT5656ZDX)
•One set of four self-adhesive rubber feet
•One power supply
•One RS-232 cable (a DB9F to DB25M serial cable)
•One RJ-11 telephone cable
•One printed Quick Start Guide
•One MT5656ZDX CD

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Modem Installation
Overview of the Connections
Turn off your computer. Place the modem in a convenient location,
and then connect it to your computer’s serial port, the phone line, AC
power, and your phone (the phone is optional).
Connections Without Voice & Connections With Voice
Connect the Modem to Your PC
Plug one end of the RS-232 serial cable into the RS-232 connector
on the modem, and plug the other end into a serial port connector
on your computer..
Connect the Modem to the Telephone Line
Plug one end of the phone cable into the modem’s LINE jack, and
the other end into a telephone wall jack. The phone cable is
included in your modem kit.
Important: The LINE jack is not interchangeable with the PHONE
jack. Do not plug the phone into the LINE jack or the line cable into
the PHONE jack.
Note: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
and Industry Canada impose certain restrictions on
equipment connected to public telephone systems.

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Connect the Power
Make sure the power switch is set to OFF. The power switch is
located on the side panel of the modem.
Plug the power supply into a power outlet or power strip. Plug the
other end into PWR jack on the modem..
Caution. Use only the power supply supplied with the modem. Use of
any other power supply voids the warranty and can damage the
modem.
Power-on Test
When you apply power, the modem performs a diagnostic self-test.
The PWR indicator should light, and if a terminal program is running,
the TR indicator also lights. If this does not happen, check that the
power switch is on, the power supply is solidly connected, and the
AC outlet is live. See the User Guide for more Troubleshooting
measures.
Voice Connections (Voice Model Only)
Connect the Modem to the Phone (Optional)
For Voice models, plug the phone into the modem’s PHONE jack.
Connect the Microphone
For speakerphone or voice mail applications, plug an unamplified
microphone into the MIC jack on the side of the modem. The
microphone should have a stereo 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini plug. Do not
use a monophonic microphone.
Connect the Speaker(s)
For speakerphone or voice mail applications, use a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm)
plug male-to-male stereo patch cord to connect the SPKR jack on the
side of the modem to the LINE IN jack on your sound card. If your
sound card does not have a LINE IN jack, use its MIC jack. The
stereo male-to-male patch cord can be purchased at a local PC retail
store. If you do not have a sound card, you can plug an amplified
speaker directly into the SPKR jack.

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Install the Modem Driver
If you use Windows 2000 or newer, you must install the modem
driver. The modem driver tells Windows how to control the modem. If
you use a Linux operating system, please see the User Guide for
installation instructions. Follow the 4-step procedure to install the
driver:
1. Make sure your modem is connected properly, and then turn on
your computer. Windows should detect your new modem and
open the Welcom to the Found New Hardware wizard.
Note: If Windows cannot find a modem, it may be plugged into the
wrong connector on your computer. See Troubleshooting in the
User Guide.
2. Insert the MT5656ZDX CD into your CD-ROM drive.
3. Windows installs the modem driver.
4. Click Finish to exit.
Data Communications Software
Data communications software is designed to send and receive
messages. Multi-Tech includes data communications software
with your modem. However, the modem will work with most data
communications software. To install the data communications
software provided with this modem, insert the CD into the CD-
ROM drive and click on the PhoneTools icon. You will be asked
to choose your language. The software will automatically load
onto your PC.

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