Phonex Broadband Easy Jack PX-441 User manual

Easy Jack
Safety Precautions..............2
Regulatory Information........3
Getting Started....................4
Installation...........................4
Link Set-Up (Optional)........6
Trouble-Shooting................8
Things You Should Know...9
Warranty.............................9
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Model PX-441

Warning:
Refer all repairs to a qualified repair center as outlined in the warranty section. Any repairs made by the
user may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Safety Precautions
•Read and understand all instructions.
•Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the system and in this guide.
•Unplug this system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
•Do not use this system near water; for example, near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or in or near a swimming pool.
•This system should never be placed near or over a heat radiator or register. This system
should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
•This system should only be operated from the type of power source indicated in this guide
and on the system’s label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home or
building, consult your local power company.
•Never spill liquid of any kind on the system.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this system. Take it to a qualified
service facility when service or repair is required.
•Opening or removing the covers might cause exposure to dangerous voltages or other risks.
Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the system is subsequently used.
•Unplug the system from the wall outlet and refer servicing to a qualified service facility under
the following conditions:
A. When the AC plug is damaged.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the system.
C. If the system has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the system does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
E. If the system has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the system exhibits a distinct change in performance.
•Avoid using a telephone, other than a cordless phone, during an electrical storm. There is a
remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
•As with any electrical device, it is recommended that you unplug this device during lightning
storms in order to avoid damaging the equipment.
•Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the area of the leak.
Important Notes On Operation
•Do not plug this equipment into a surge protector. It reduces signal strength.
•This equipment will not operate during a power outage.
•This equipment can only be used for a single phone line.
•If you cannot get a dial tone, unplug both the Base and Extension Unit and reset them
following the instructions in the section of this manual titled “Trouble Shooting” (Page 8).
• It is very important that directions are followed in order. In the event of a problem, unplug both
units, remove all cords and start again.
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Safety

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FCC Notices
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device
according to FCC Part 15 Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user can try to correct the interference by relocating the receiving
antenna or by increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver.
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules and the reqirements of ACTA. On
the product label is listed the FCC product identifier HMTKX0BPX441. If requested, this
number must be provided to the telephone company.
This equipment cannot be used on telephone company-provided coin service or to Party Line
Service. This equipment uses the RJ11 connector. Only telephone cables that meet FCC Part
68 requirements, such as the one supplied with the equipment, can be used with this device.
If this equipment causes problems on the phone line, the telephone company can discontinue
your service. The phone company tries to notify you in advance. If advance notice is not
practical, the telephone company notifies you as soon as possible and advises you of your right
to file a complaint with the FCC.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities or procedures that could affect the
operation of this equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice
in order for you to make the necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted sevice.
Ringer Equivalence
Notice: The Ringer Equivalence number (REN) for this equipment is 0.4. The REN assigned to
each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of devices that may be
connected to the telephone network. The sum of the REN of all devices connected to a single
line should not exceed five (5.0).
Industry Canada Notice for models sold in Canada
Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical
Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation IC, before the
registration number, signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity
indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry
Canada approved the equipment.
Regulatory Information

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Unpacking
Carefully remove units from packaging. If there is any visible
damage, DO NOT attempt to operate the equipment. Notify your
dealer or shipping carrier immediately. Keep this guide for future
u s e .
System Contents
• Base Unit
The Base Unit has two
modular telephone jacks on
the right side and a green
indicator light.
• Extension Unit
The Extension Unit has one
jack on the right side and a green indicator light. This is the unit
that can be moved from location to location to create a telephone
jack in any electrical outlet.
•Telephone Cord (6’)
A 6 ft. telephone cord is provided to connect
the Base Unit to the existing wall phone jack.
Follow the steps below to install the Easy Jack S y s t e m .
Base Unit
1. Plug one end of the provided telephone cord into either jack on
the right side of the Base Unit. Plug the other end into any
existing wall phone jack.
2. The phone previously used at that location, if any, should now
be plugged into the extra jack on the side of the Base Unit.
(A phone does not need to be plugged into the Base Unit for the
Easy Jack to function property.)
3.Now, plug the Base Unit into an electrical outlet.
Getting Started
Installation

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Installation (Cont.)
Extension Unit
4. Plug the Easy Jack Extension Unit into an electrical outlet where a
new phone jack is desired. Do not plug into a surge protector.
5. To verify the units are properly working, plug a normal phone into
the phone jack of the Extension Unit. Take the phone off hook.
If there is a dail tone, the Base and Extension Units are
communicating. If there is no dial tone, refer to the trouble
shooting section in this manual (Page 8).
6. The phone can now be disconnected from the Extension Unit.
A satellite receiver, DVR, computer modem, or other type of
dial-up modem can be connected to the Extension Unit and is
ready to operate.
Extension Unit
Wall
Phone Jack Wall Outlet
Base Unit
Back of Computer or Satellite Receiver
Telephone Cord

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Link Set-Up (Optional)
Installation (Continued)
Under certain circumstances where static is present in your telephone
line, the Easy Jack may not filter or remove such static. This condition
may affect computer modem performance. In this case, install the Base
Unit and/ or the Extension Unit into another electrical outlet. Test the
computer modem performance at each location.
The Base and Extension Units are shipped with a default link code. A new
link code can be set to ensure that the Extension unit will operate with only
the Base unit installed in the same dwelling.
Changing the link code can be done after the Base and Extension Units
have been installed. It can also be done before final installation by
connecting the Base and Extension Units to any power outlet in close
proximity to each other to allow the user to visually verify both Units while
programming. Once the Link Set-Up has been completed, the Base and/
or Extension Units may be moved to any outlet without losing the Link.
Follow these steps to set the Link Set-Up.
1. Using a small pointed object,
press and release the black
recessed button on the side of the
Base Unit. The green light on the
front lower right hand corner of
the Base Unit will come on. This
will stay lit during the Link Set-Up
sequence. Once the button has
been pressed, there are (5)
minutes to program the first
Extension Unit.

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2 . Now, press and release the
black recessed button on the
side of the Extension Unit. The
green light in the front lower
right hand corner of the
Extension Unit will flash once.
Set-Up of that unit is now
c o m p l e t e .
(If the green light flashes repeatedly, the Base Unit is
not in Set-Up mode or the Base Unit and/ or Extension Unit
should be moved to another outlet. You will need to go
back to step one.)
3. There are now 5 minutes to program the next Extension Unit (If
there is more than one). Once all Extension Units have been coded,
the dial tone at each location should be verified. This can easily be
done using a standard phone.
Link Set-Up (Optional) (Continued)

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Trouble Shooting
Most difficulties associated with the EasyJack System are due to
improper installation.
If the steps below do not solve your difficulty, remove both units from the
electrical outlets, remove all cords and reinstall making sure to follow
instructions on the previous page.
Your situation (system location, characteristics of the home/office) can, in
some instances, affect performance and occasional interference may be
experienced. Some static, buzzing or humming at certain locations
within the operating area is possible. However, if you experience
unusual levels of noise, follow the trouble shooting actions below.
PROBLEM ACTION
No dial tone Check connections, check outlet for power, try
new cords, move Base and/or Extension to other
outlets. Follow Link Set-Up instructions (Page 6-7)
Cannot set Plug the Base and Extension units as
Link Set-Up feature close as possibe to each other and follow the
(LED on Extension “Link Set-Up procedure”. Once the
Unit blinks during code is set, the Base and Extension
“Set-up units can be relocated to other power plugs
procedures”). throughout the house without losing the code.
Static/ Move Base and/or Extension (halogen lamps,
Interference light dimmers, and computer surge
protectors can cause some static).
Can't dial out Decrease distance between units. If problems
continue, call customer service.
Does not ring Decrease distance between units. If problems
continue, call customer service.
Extension beeps Follow Link Set-Up instructions (Page 6-7)
A Phone will Add one or two pauses or commas to the
work but a modem front of the modem’s dial-out number. This
does not. allows the Easy Jack System to
correctly connect to the line before the modem
begins to dial.

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Things You Should Know
The following list of situations is provided to inform you of things that
you may encounter when using the system. It is intended to help you
get the best performance possible.
Power Outages
During a power outage, only the telephone plugged into the Base Unit
will operate.
Two-Line Phone Operations
If two lines are being used, only one line can operate through the
EasyJack System. A single Base and Extension hook-up will only
operate the phone line to which the base is connected.
Ground Fault Circuits
It is recommended that the EasyJack System not be set up or
operated using GFI circuitry (e.g. bathrooms, outdoor use, etc.) It
redues the signal strength.
Phonex Corporation warrants that for one year from date of purchase
this product is free from defects in material and workmanship. If the
item is defective within that period, return it, at your expense, to the
dealer from whom it was purchased, together with proof of purchase,
for replacement. This warranty excludes defects or damage due to
misuse, abuse, or neglect.
IN NO EVENT SHALL PHONEX BROADBAND
C O R P O R A T I O N BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER IN
CONTRACT, TORT, OR NEGLIGENCE.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts or permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which very from state to state.
Help Line - For additional set-up help, call us at 800-437-0101
6952 High Tech Dr. © 2004 Phonex Corporation
Midvale, UT 84047 810-0001-F
U.S.A.
One Year Limited Warranty