Talkswitch CT.TS005.002501.UK manual Connect Talkswitch to Your PC or Network, Connection Options

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STEP 2 — CONNECT TALKSWITCH TO YOUR PC OR NETWORK

TalkSwitch can be set up anywhere in the vicinity of your incoming phone lines and computing equipment.

•TalkSwitch 48 models can be connected to your PC using a Local Area Network (LAN), USB, or serial* (RS-232) connection.

•The TalkSwitch 24 can be connected to your PC using a USB or serial* connection.

If you’re installing a TalkSwitch system with multiple TalkSwitch 48 units or you’re adding a TalkSwitch unit to an existing system, refer to the Networking TalkSwitch on a LAN section on page 12.

Connection Options

Connect using LAN (Ethernet): Connect one end of the provided RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the LAN port at the back of the TalkSwitch 48 unit and the other end directly to your Ethernet switch. Ensure your computer is connected to the same switch.

Connect using USB: Using a USB A-to-B cable, connect the “B” end to the USB port at the back of TalkSwitch, and the “A” end to the USB port of your PC.

LAN

USB Power

Power up TalkSwitch

1. Connect the provided AC Adapter to the Power port at the back of the TalkSwitch unit and plug the adapter into an available power outlet.

Warning! Never use a power adapter other than the one provided with TalkSwitch.

2. Turn TalkSwitch on by pressing the Power button on

 

the front of the unit. The lights on the front panel will

 

flash for a few moments during boot-up, then stop.

 

The center light marked Data will remain lit,

Data Power

indicating that the TalkSwitch unit is on.

*Serial cables are not provided with TalkSwitch systems. Some models may not have a serial port.

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Contents Start Guide Introduction Check your premises telephone wiring Check package contentsBefore YOU Begin Ensure that you have the minimum system requirementsInstall the Talkswitch Software Connection Options Connect Talkswitch to Your PC or NetworkPower up TalkSwitch Localization Setting Open the Talkswitch Configuration SoftwareSet up an Auto Attendant Configure AN Automated AttendantSet Auto Attendant to answer all incoming calls Configure Incoming Telephone LinesOption Set certain extensions to ring or direct calls to voicemailConnect incoming external telephone lines Save Settings to TalkswitchConnect Telephones and Peripherals Connect to a Public Address PA System optional Connect telephones and fax machines to TalkSwitchConnect an audio source optional Auto Attendant and Voicemail Greetings Set up and record voicemailWhat should an Auto Attendant say? To load a pre-recorded Auto Attendant greetingPower up all TalkSwitch units Networking Talkswitch on a LANConnect TalkSwitch units Configuring the Networked Units Changing TalkSwitch unit ID numbersConfiguring TalkSwitch 48 remotely Setup CompleteCongratulations What nextCT.TS005.002501.UK April
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