Type II

The Type II interface requires no common ground; instead, each of the two signals has its own return. For the "E" signal, the tie line equipment permits current to flow from the PBX; the current returns to the PBX's ground reference. Similarly, the PBX closes a path for current to generate the "M" signal to the tie line equipment.

Type III

A variation of Type II, Type III uses the SG lead to provide common ground. With this configuration, the PBX drops the "M" signal by grounding it, rather than by opening a current loop.

Type IV

Type IV is symmetric and requires no common ground. Each side closes a current loop to signal; the flow of current is detected via a resistive load to indicate the presence of the signal.

Type V

Type V is a simplified version of Type IV. This is also a symmetric interface, using only two wires. Type V requires a common ground between the PBX and the tie line equipment; this is provided via the SG leads.

E&M Grounding Considerations

Proper grounding is essential for correct operation of telephone equipment in E&M applications. E&M signaling works by applying DC voltages to the "E" and M leads in the process of connecting and disconnecting. Without a proper ground, the DC voltages do not have a common point of reference, which can result in unintended or sporadic signaling. To avoid grounding problems, certain conditions must be con- sidered.

First, check the distance between the PBX and the SmartSwitch 1800. If the two are not within close proximity, then their AC grounds may not be the same. If the Smart- Switch and the PBX are in the same room, however, it is likely that they share the same AC ground.

Second, in an E&M application, the common ground must be the telco/PTT ground. This assures that the ground potential of the PBX telephone interface and the Smart- Switch telephone interface are the same.

Based on the above conditions, grounding may be established directly or indirectly. The direct method is to connect a grounding wire between the telco/PTT interfaces on the PBX and SmartSwitch. You can do this by connecting the ground wire from the PBX to pin 8 (SG) of the RJ45 connector on the SmartSwitch. This will establish the same ground potential at both interfaces.

For various reasons, direct grounding is not always possible or practical. To establish an indirect ground, make sure the telco/PTT grounds of the PBX and the SmartSwitch are connected to their respective AC grounds. The AC grounds of the two devices must be at the same potential as is usually true when both devices are located in close

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1800 specifications

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