Multitech MultiModem MT2834ZDX Series User manual

MT2834ZDX-Series
External Data/Fax Modem
Quick Start Guide

MT2834ZDX-Series Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
MT2834ZDX-Series
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Revision Date Description
A 09/15/03 Initial release.
Patents
This device is covered by one or more of the following patents: 6,031,867; 6,012,113;
6,009,082; 5,905,794; 5,864,560; 5,815,567; 5,815,503; 5,812,534; 5,809,068;
5,790,532; 5,764,628; 5,764,627; 5,754,589; 5,724,356; 5,673,268; 5,673,257;
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Other patents pending.
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MT2834ZDX-Series Quick Start Guide
Getting Started
This guide shows you step-by-step how to set up your Multi-
Tech MT2834ZDX–Series modem.
For detailed information on how to install, test, and use your
modem, see the User Guide, located on the MT2834ZDX
system CD provided with your modem.
Safety Warnings
•Use this product only with UL- and CUL-listed computers (US).
•Never install phone wiring during a lightning storm.
•Never install a phone jack in a wet location unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet locations.
•Never touch uninsulated phone wires or terminals unless the
phone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
•Use caution when installing or modifying phone lines.
•Avoid using a phone during an electrical storm; there is a risk
of electrical shock from lightning.
•Do not use a phone in the vicinity of a gas leak.
•To reduce the risk of fire, use only 26 AWG or larger
telephone line cord.
We Supply
•The MT2834ZDX-Series data/fax modem
•A DC power supply module
•One set of four plastic feet
•One telephone cable
•A system CD containing modem drivers, the User Guide,
Phone Tools (a data communications program), and Acrobat
Reader
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Modem Installation
Step 1: Attach the Self-Adhesive Feet
The modem comes with a set of self-adhesive plastic feet,
which you can optionally attach to the modem. To install, simply
peel them from their paper strip and press them into the
recesses on the bottom of the modem.
Step 2: Connect the Modem to Your System
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.
PWR RS232 PHONE LINE
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RS232 Connection
Plug one end of the serial cable into the RS232 connector on
the modem, and the other end into a serial port connector on
your computer, such as COM1 or COM2.
LINE Connection
Plug one end of the phone cable into the MT2834ZDX’s LINE
jack and the other end into a phone line wall jack.
Note: 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.
PHONE Connection
You may optionally plug a telephone into the PHONE jack. This
jack is provided as a convenience; you may also plug a
telephone into a duplex jack inserted into your wall jack.
POWER Connection
Plug the power supply module into an AC power outlet or power
strip. Plug the power supply’s cable into the POWER jack on
the modem.
Note: Use only the power supply supplied with the
MT2834ZDX. Use of any other power supply will void the
warranty and could damage the modem.
Power-On Test
Test the modem by turning it on (a power on/off switch is
located on the right side). When you apply power, the modem
performs a diagnostic self-test, indicated by the speed
indicators flashing in sequence for a second or two, after which
the 28 indicator should light. If this does not happen, check that
the power switch is on, the power supply is solidly connected,
and the AC outlet is live. If these measures do not work, see
Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting” in your User Guide.
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Step 3: Install the Modem Driver
If you use Windows 98+, you must install the modem driver,
which is installed using the Windows Plug and Play feature.
Follow the four-step procedure below. If you use another
operating system, see the User Guide.
1. Make sure your modem is connected properly, and then turn
on your computer. Windows should detect your new modem
and open the Install New Modem wizard.
2. Insert the system CD, and then click OK.
3. Windows installs and configures the modem.
4. Click Finish to exit.
For Windows NT, the Install New Modem wizard presents one
additional prompt before Step 2. At this prompt, select Don’t
detect my modem; I will select it from a list, and then click
Next.
A dialog box with a list of manufacturers and a list of modem
models appears. Select your modem. Continue with Step 2
above.
Note: If Windows cannot identify your modem (for instance, if it
identifies your modem as a “Standard Modem”), click Change.
A dialog box with a list of manufacturers and a list of modems
appears.
Step 4: Install Data Communications Software
Data communications software is designed to send and receive
messages. Multi-Tech includes PhoneTools communications
software with your modem. However, the modem will work with
most data communications software. To install PhoneTools,
insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive; click the PhoneTools icon.
You will be asked to choose your language. The software
automatically loads onto your PC.

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