Owners Manual for
Wireless Jack for Modems
PX-441
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Phonex Broadband Corporation
6952 High Tech Drive
Midvale, UT 84047
Precautions Continued
FCC Information Continued
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that
could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide
advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted
service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact customer service as indicated in
the warranty section of this manual.
This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as specified in Part 15 of FCC
Rules. These limits provide reasonable protection against radio and TVinterference in a residential
area. However, since this equipment can radiate radio frequency energy (whether installed properly or
not) it may cause TVor radio interference. To eliminate interference you can try one or more of the
following corrective measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the distance between the system and the radio or TV
Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the equipment and the radio or TV
Read the Troubleshooting section of this manual for directions on remedying the problem. Do not open
the unit. Any changes made by the user will void the user’s athority to operate the equipment.
Lightning
Your Wireless Jack for Modems System has built-in protection circuits to reduce the risk of damage
from surges in the telephone line. These protection circuits meet or exceed the FCC requirements.
However, lightning striking the telephone or power lines can damage your system. Lightning damage
is not common. Nevertheless, if you live in an area that has severe electrical storms, we suggest that
you unplug the system during storms to reduce the possibility of damage.
Important Notes On Operation
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Do not plug Wireless Jack for Modems into power strips or surge protectors.
Wireless Jack for Modems Extension does not operate during a power outage.
Wireless Jack for Modems System can only be used for single phone line.
Be sure to plug Base unit (two jacks on side) in first before Extension unit (one jack on side).
If you cannot get a dial tone, unplug both phone jacks and follow the section titled “Trouble
Shooting”on page 7.
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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.
Industry Canada Equipment Notice
The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment
meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as
prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Documents(s). The Department does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissable to be connected to the
facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an
acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation
of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier.
Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment , or equipment malfunctions, may give
the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility,
telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This
precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. The REN of this device is 0.5. See above FCC
information for an explanation about the REN. This equipment uses the CA11A standard connecting
arrangement.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the
appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
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Getting Started
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
use.
System Contents
• Base Unit
The base unit has two telephone
jacks on the right side and a green
light on the front.
• Extension Unit
The extension unit has one
telephone jack on the right side and a green indicator light on the
front. This is the unit that can be moved from location to location
to create a phone jack in an electrical outlet.
• Telephone Cord (6’)
A 6 ft. telephone cord is provided to connect
the base unit to the existing wall phone jack.
Installation
Follow the steps below to install the Wireless Jack for Modems
System.
Base Unit
1. Plug one end of the provided telephone cord into either jack on
the right side of the base unit, and the other end into any existing
wall phone jack.
2. The phone previously used at that location should now be
plugged into the
extra jack on the
Wall
Phone Jack
Wall Outlet
side of the base unit.
3. Now plug the base
unit into an electrical
outlet.
Telephone
Cord
Base Unit
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NOTE: To ensure proper performance, it is important to install
the Base Unit FIRST then install the Extension Unit. Also ensure
that both units are securely plugged into the wall outlet.
Extension Unit
Wall Outlet
4. Plug Wireless Jack for
Modems Extension unit into
an electrical outlet where you
want a new phone jack.
5. Plug telephone’s line cord into
the extension unit. There
Extension Unit
should now be a dial tone
when your phone is taken off the hook.
Connecting your Computer
After installing the base unit (see above), follow these steps to
install the extension unit to the modular telephone jack on the
modem.
1. To connect a computer modem to the Wireless Jack for
Modems, simply plug the extension unit into any electrical
outlet close to your computer.
Remember: The Modem Jack for Modems does not work
plugged into a power strip or surge supressor.
2. Plug a phone cord into the jack on the side of the extension
unit.
Back of Computer
3. Connect the other
end of the phone
cord to your
computer modem.
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Security Programming
The units should now be connected to the telephone. Once
steps 1-5 have been completed in the installation sequence
above, you can now set the security, programming the base
unit to the extension unit.
Follow the easy steps below to set the security feature for
the units.
1. Using a small pointed object,
press the black recessed
button on the side of the
base unit. The green light on
the front of the base unit will
Base Unit
come on. This will stay lit
Green Light
during the security programming
sequence.
2. Now, using the same small pointed object, press the black
recessed button on the side of the extension unit. The
green light on the front of the
extension unit will flash once.
This is your notification that
the security programming for
this extension is complete.
Extension Unit
To program additional
extensions to the same base, repeat
Green Light
step 2 with the additional extensions. This programming
sequence allows five minutes since the last unit was
programmed, to program the next unit.
Note: If the green light is flashing repeatedly, your base unit
is not in programming mode. You will need to return to
step one and repeat the steps.
3. Once all extensions have been programmed, you will
need to verify the dial tone for each phone. This can
easily be completed by picking up the handset and
listening for dial tone.
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Trouble Shooting
Most difficulties associated with the Wireless Jack for Modems
System are due to improper installation.
Under certain circumstances where static is present in your
telephone line, the Wireless Jack for Modems may not filter or
remove such static. This condition can affect computer modem
performance. Try installing the base unit and/or the extension unit
in another electrical outlets.
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 pages.
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.
Static/
Interference
Move base and/or extension (halogen lamps,
light dimmers, touch lamps, flourescent lights
and computer surge protectors can cause
some static).
Can't dial out
Does not ring
Decrease distance between units. If
problems continue call customer service.
Decrease distance between units. If problems
continue call customer service.
Extension
Beeping
Repeat the security programming starting
with step one.
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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
Only the telephone plugged into the base unit operates.
Two-Line Phone Operations
If two lines are being used, only one line can operate through the
Wireless Jack for Modems 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 Wireless Jack for Modems System not
be set up or operated using GFI circuitry (e.g. bathrooms, outdoor
use, etc.)
One Year Limited Warranty
Phonex Broadband 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
CORPORATION 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 vary from state to state.
Phonex Broadband Corporation
Customer Service Center
1-800-437-0101
8:00AM - 5:00PM MST
PX-441 ©2000
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