V-tech Vonage IP 8100-2 User manual

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Before you begin
1. Pre-register with Vonage Service by logging on to www.vonage.com.
2. Check and make sure you meet the system requirement below.
• You must have a personal computer with the following applications and
hardware:
• Microsoft® Internet ExplorerTM 5.5 or higher for Windows; or
Microsoft® Internet ExplorerTM 5.x or Apple® SafariTM 1.0 for Mac® OS
9 or higher
• CD-ROM drive
• 10/100 Base-T Ethernet Port
• DSL or two-way Cable broadband Internet Service
• Two-way broadband modem supporting a minimum of 90kbps uplink
• Ethernet port on modem; USB-only modems are not supported
3. During installation you may be required to enter a username and password
if you are a DSL user who is required to enter a user name and password
(PPPoE) to access the Internet, and you may be required to enter a
 specificIPaddressesifyouhaveastaticIPaddress.Before you begin, be
sure to contact your Internet Service Provider to obtain this information.
4. Check for package contents (see page 3 for a complete list) then follow
the step-by-step installation directions (see page 4)toinstallandconfigure
the IP8100 series telephone.
Note: you may download the latest copy of the IP8100 series telephone
User Manual by accessing the Customer Support tab on www.vtech-
phones.com
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Portions of the software associated with this product are open source, and fall
within the scope of the GNU General Public License (GPL). Accordingly, those
portions of code are available to the public, consistent with the requirements of
the GPL, in either source code format or object code format, depending upon
the nature of the code at issue. If you would like to exercise your right to receive
the available code, please send a cashier’s check, payable to VTech Communi-
cations, Inc., in the amount of $10.00 (U.S.$) to:
VTech Communications, Inc.,
9590 SW Gemini Drive, Suite 120
Beaverton OR 97008
ATTN: Information Technology Group / IP8100 GPL code request,
along with a written request for the available code. If your request does not fully
comply with the foregoing requirements, VTech reserves the right to reject your
request. Further, by requesting and receiving the available code, you release
VTech, its affiliates, and its and their officers, directors, employees, and
representatives(“VTech Parties”) from any liability or responsibility relating to
such code, and you acknowledge that the VTech Parties make no representa-
tions with respect to the origin, accuracy, usability, or usefulness of such code,
and the VTech Parties have no responsibility to you whatsoever concerning
the code, including without limitation any responsibility to provide explanation,
support, upgrade, or any communication whatsoever. Your review or use of the
available code is at your sole risk and responsibility.
GPL License Information

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6. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket(s)
7. Belt Clip(s)
8. User Documentation CD
9. Quick Start Guide
10. Battery(ies)
1. Base Unit
2. Handset(s)
3. Handset Charger(s)
4. Ethernet Cables
5. Base Power Adapter
The IP8100 series Broadband telephone is an advanced Broadband VoIP
cordless telephone set, capable of supporting up to four handsets. Your pack-
age contains:
Base Unit
Handset
Base AC Adapter Handset Charger
Blue Ethernet Cable
Belt Clip User Docu-
mentation CD Quick Start Guide Charger Wall
Mounting Bracket
Battery
Yellow Ethernet Cable
Package Contents
Your broadband telephone accommodates up to 4 handsets. You can add new
handset, model IP811, by visiting www.vtechphones.com

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Installation Directions
Installation Without A Router
PC
DSL or Cable Modem
INTERNET
Base Unit
Handset 1 & 2
NOTE: The IP8100 series telephone is
expandable up to a total of 4 handsets.
Uses model IP811 (sold separately)
WAN Port
Warning: Do not route the Ethernet cable to outdoors, and ensure that you are
using a safety approved DSL or Cable modem with proper electrical isolation.
PC/LAN Port
STEP 1
Unplug the power cord from your Cable or DSL modem (the device your ISP
provided which provides high-speed Internet). Make sure that you turn your
computer off and that you do NOT plug in your IP8100 series broadband tele-
phone until instructed to do so.
Helpful Hint: The modem should be powered off for at least 10 minutes. If it is
turned off for a shorter period of time, it may remember old information that will
prevent it from working properly.
STEP 2
Disconnect all cables between your Cable or DSL modem and your computer.

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STEP 4
Connect one end of the blue Ethernet cable to the blue port, labeled “WAN,”
located on the back of the base unit and connect the other end of the blue cable
to the Ethernet port on your cable or DSL modem.
STEP 5
Reconnect power cord to the modem then turn the modem on. Please wait until
all lights on the modem stop blinking.
Helpful Hint: This should take a few minutes, but may take as long as 10 min-
utes.
STEP 6
Plug the power cord into the power port located on the bottom or your IP8100
series telephone and the other end into the electrical outlet. This turns the IP
8100 series broadband telephone on.
Helpful Hint: Do NOT interrupt this registration process by unplugging the pow-
er or by using the handsets until the READY indicator light on the front of base
hasgonefromflashingyellowtoasteadygreen.
Helpful Hint: Use only the power cord provided in this package; using an older
power cord can damage the broadband telephone.
STEP 7
Turn your computer on, and check your computer to see if your Internet is work-
ing, try to visit any website. If your Internet is working, please proceed to STEP
10. If not, please proceed to STEP 8.
STEP 8:
Cable Users
If you receive Internet access through a Cable modem, you may need to register
the IP8100 series phone with your ISP. Please contact them to update your
information; you will likely need your WAN MAC address, which is located on
the bottom of the base. Once your ISP has updated your account, proceed to
step 9.
-- OR --
DSL Users
If you have DSL and are required to enter a user name and password (PPPoE)
when accessing the Internet, you may be required to authenticate the IP8100
series telephone.
Installation Directions
STEP 3
Connect one end of the yellow Ethernet cable to the yellow port, labeled “PC/
LAN,” located on the back of the base unit and connect the other end of the yel-
low cable to the Ethernet port of your computer.

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Installation Directions
A. Open a web browser such as Microsoft ® Internet Explorer using the
computer connected through your IP8100 Ethernet port. In the
 addressoflocationfield,type<http://192.168.15.1>andpressENTER.
This displays the login screen. Enter the default password ‘VTech’
and click on login.
B. On the Setup Wizard screen, click Run Wizard to start the set-up.
C. Follow Wizard screens to complete the setup.
STEP 9:
Check for dial tone by pressing the ON button on your handset. If you do not hear
a dial tone, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of the user manual.
Congratulations! Even if you are transferring your number, you are ready to
start taking advantage of the great savings and superior quality of Vonage right
now! Please call 800-342-1791 to setup your voicemail service and to learn
about other free Vonage features included with every Vonage calling plan.

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Existing
Network Router
Base Unit INTERNET
DSL or Cable Modem
PC
WAN Port
Laptop
Handset 1 & 2
Installation With A Router
Installation Directions
STEP 1:
Using the blue Ethernet cable provided, connect one end into the blue port,
labeled “WAN,” located on the back of the IP8100 series broadband telephone
base unit and connect the other end into an available LAN port on your router. If
you have a wireless router, place the base unit at least three feet (36 inches) away
from your router to avoid interference.
Helpful Hint: If all the Ethernet ports on your existing router are full, disconnect
one of the attached devices from the existing router. Plug the blue Ethernet cable
into the now free port on your router. Connect the device you just unplugged
from your router to the yellow “PC/LAN” port located on the back of IP8100 series
broadband telephone base unit.
Warning: Do not route the Ethernet cable to outdoors, and ensure that you are
using a safety approved DSL or Cable modem with proper electrical isolation.
NOTE: The IP8100 series telephone is expandable up to
a total of 4 handsets. Uses model IP811 (sold separately)

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STEP 2:
Plug the power cord into the power port located on the bottom of your base unit
and the other end into the electrical outlet. This turns the broadband telephone
on.
Helpful Hint: Do NOT interrupt this registration process by unplugging the pow-
er or by using the handsets until the READY indicator light on the front of base
hasgonefromflashingyellowtoasteadygreen.
Helpful Hint: Use only the power cord provided in this package; using any other
power cord could damage the broadband phone.
STEP 3:
Check for dial tone by pressing the ON button on your handset. If you do not
hear a dial tone, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of the user manu-
al.
Congratulations! Even if you are transferring your number, you are ready to start
taking advantage of the great savings and superior quality of Vonage right now!
Please call 800-342-1791 to setup your voicemail service and to learn about
other free Vonage features included with every Vonage calling plan.
Installation Directions

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Installation Directions
DSL or Cable Modem
INTERNET
Laptop
PC
Base Unit
Handset 1 & 2
WAN Port
STEP 1:
Using the blue Ethernet cable provided, connect one end into the blue port,
labeled “WAN,” located on the back of the IP8100 series broadband telephone
base unit and connect the other end into an available LAN port on your router. If
you have a wireless modem router, place the base unit at least 3 feet away from
your router to avoid interference.
Helpful Hint: If all the Ethernet ports on your existing router are full, disconnect
one of the attached devices from the existing router. Plug the blue Ethernet ca-
ble into the now free port on your router. Connect the device you just unplugged
from your router to the yellow “PC/LAN” port located on the back of IP8100 se-
ries broadband telephone base unit.
STEP 2:
Plug the power cord into the power port located on the bottom of your base unit
and the other end into the electrical outlet. This turns the IP8100 series broad-
band telephone on.
Warning: Do not route the Ethernet cable to outdoors, and ensure that you are
using a safety approved DSL or Cable modem with proper electrical isolation.
NOTE: The IP8100 series telephone is expandable up to
a total of 4 handsets. Uses model IP811 (sold separately)
Installatiozn With A Modem Router

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Helpful Hint: Do NOT interrupt this registration process by unplugging the pow-
er or by using the handsets until the READY indicator light on the front of the
basehasgonefromflashingyellowtoasteadygreen.
Helpful Hint: Use only the power cord provided in this package; using an older
power cord can damage the broadband phone.
STEP 3:
Check for dial tone by pressing the ON button on your handset. If you do not
hear a dial tone, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of the user manu-
al.
Congratulations! Even if you are transferring your number, you are ready to
start taking advantage of the great savings and superior quality of Vonage right
now! Please call 800-342-1791 to setup your voicemail service and to learn
about other free Vonage features included with every Vonage calling plan.
Installation Directions

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The Setup Wizard
The Setup Wizard helps setup your system. Open a web browser such as Micro-
soft® Internet ExplorerTM using the computer connected to the IP8100 series
telephone’s PC/LAN port, then follow the steps below.
Note: The screens you will see are stored in the IP8100 series telephone; they
are not web site pages. During setup, ignore alerts that prompt you to reconnect
to the Internet.
1. In the address bar, type http://192.168.15.1 (do NOT type www).
2. Press the Enter key to display the login screen.
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The Setup Wizard
3. Enter the default password ‘VTech’ to display the initial Wizard screen.
4. Click the Run Wizard button to display the Internet Connection Type
screen.
The Setup Wizard

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The Setup Wizard
Type (WAN)
At this screen you must choose an Internet connection type (you will be allowed
to choose only one). If you are not sure which to choose, ask your Internet Ser-
vice Provider. After you make a selection, click Next to display the setup screen
for the option you’ve chosen.
Dynamic IP Address
Choose this setting if you don’t have to enter a username and password to ac-
cess the Internet. Continue on page 14.
PPPoE
Choose this setting if you have DSL and are required to enter a username and
password to access the Internet. Continue on page 15.
Static IP
Thissettingisrarelyrequired.ContactyourISPtoconfirmyourIPaddressbe-
fore choosing this option. Continue on page 16.
Internet Connection Type

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The Setup Wizard
The following screen appears if you select Dynamic IP Address as your Internet
connection type.
Click Next to continue or click Back to return to the previous screen. Clicking
Exit takes you back to the initial wizard screen without saving any changes.
Dynamic IP Address Screen

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The Setup Wizard
The following screen appears if you select PPPoE as your Internet connection
type.
Enter the username and password (provided by your Internet Service Provider)
thatyouusewhenaccessingtheInternet.Whenfinished,clickNext to continue
or click Back to return to the previous screen. Clicking Exit takes you back to
the initial wizard screen without saving any changes.
Note:youmayneedtoappendtheISP’sdomainsuffixtotheusername,i.e.,
[email protected].
PPPoE Screen

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The Setup Wizard
The following screen appears if you select Static IP Address as your Internet
connection type.
Deleteanythingthatappearsinthesefieldswhenthescreenisdisplayed,then
enter the WAN and DNS addresses provided by your ISP. Click Next to continue
or click Back to return to the previous screen. Clicking Exit takes you back to
the initial wizard screen without saving any changes.
Set Static IP Address Screen

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The Setup Wizard
Click Save Setting for the changes to take effect or click Back to return to the
previous screen. Clicking Exit takes you back to the initial wizard screen without
saving any changes.
Setup Completed Screen

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The Setup Wizard
Click Close Wizard to return to the initial wizard screen.
Test your connections
Re-launch your web browser. Your designated home page should appear. If
your home page does not appear, try the following:
• Reboot your computer.
• Turn off or unplug your modem for a few seconds, then turn it back on.
• If you still have no Internet access, please refer to the Troubleshooting section
of this manual.
Setup Completed Screen

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Menue Structrure
Basic
• Wizard
• ISP Connection
• Logout
Advanced
• Virtual Server
• Filters
• DMZ
• Logout
Admin
• Settings
• DHCP
• Passwords
• Other
• Restore Settings
• Logout
Status
• Broadband Telephone Info
• Activity
 • Traffic
• DHCP Client
• Logout
Help
• Basic
• Advanced
• Admin
• Status
• Glossary
• Logout
Menu Structure

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Basic Settings
Setup Wizard Screen
Click Run Wizardforasimple,step-by-stepconfigurationofyourIP8100series
telephone settings. It is usually not necessary to do this after initial setup is
complete.
To re-run the Wizard to update settings, please see the Setup Wizard section
on page 12.
ISP Connection Settings Screen
Use this screen to view or change the Internet connection type required by your
Internet Service Providers. Please check with your Internet Service Provider for
therequiredconfigurationsettings.
ISP Connection Settings: Dynamic IP Address
This setting is usually required for use with cable modems. Choose this setting if
you don’t have to enter a username/password to access the Internet when you
firstturnonyourcomputer.Withthisoption,IPaddressesareassignedbyyour
ISP automatically.
Basic Settings