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Model MTA128ST-USB
External ISDN Terminal Adapter
User Guide
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User Guide Model MTA128ST-USB P/N 88311703 Revision D Copyright ©1999, by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
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Contents Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 6 Product Description .................................................................................................................................... 6 Universal Serial Bus (USB)............................................................................................................
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Channel Bundling Flag Dialing .............................................................................................................72 Canceling a Call ..................................................................................................................................73 Storing a Telephone Number ................................................................................................................73 Dialing a Stored Telephone Number ................................
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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description
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MultiModemISDN User Guide Introduction Welcome to the world of data communications. You have acquired one of the finest ISDN terminal adapters (TA) available today from one of America’s oldest and most respected modem manufacturers: Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. This user guide will help you install, configure, test and use your terminal adapter. Product Description The MTA128ST-USB is a desktop terminal adapter with an ST port used for connection to an ISDN network, a USB port for connection to a
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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description Manual Organization This manual is divided into six chapters and two appendixes: Chapter 1: Introduction and Description—Summarizes product features, lists technical specifications, and provides an overview of the manual’s organization. Chapter 2: Hardware Installation—Describes how to connect the MTA128ST-USB to the computer, to power, to the ISDN BRI line, and to an optional analog device. It also describes the functions of the front panel LED indicator
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MultiModemISDN User Guide Features The MTA128ST-USB communicates over public ISDN telephone lines. Features include: Compatibility with EuroISDN (ETSI/DSS1/NET3), French VN4, and Japanese INS64 switch protocols USB interface for easy installation; hot-swappable (Windows 2000 and Windows 98) with other USB devices without restarting or reconfiguring your PC Compatibility with U.S. NI-1, AT&T 5ESS, and DMS-100 switch protocols Compatibility with V.110*, V.120, ML-PPP, and X.75 protocols
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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description Technical Specifications Your MTA128ST-USB terminal adapter meets the following specifications: Trade Name MultiModemISDN Model Number MTA128ST-USB (International) Network Interface Four-wire S/T interface Switch Compatibility EuroISDN (ETSI/DSS1/NET3), VN4, INS64, U.S. NI-1, AT&T 5ESS, DMS-100 B-Channel Protocols V.110*, V.120, X.75, ML-PPP Voice Coding PCM: A-Law (Europe); µ-Law (US) LED Indicators 10 front panel LED indicators: Transmit Data, Receive D
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Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation
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MADE IN U.S.A Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation Introduction This chapter details the contents of the MTA128ST-USB shipping container, describes each cable connection, and describes the LED indicators. Unpacking Your MTA128ST-USB The shipping box contains the MTA128ST-USB, an external power supply, one RJ-45 line cord, one USB cable, your Quick Start Guide, and three diskettes (i.e., MTA128ST-USB User Guide, MTA128ST-USB Driver Software, and ISDN Configuration Utility). Inspect the contents for
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MultiModem ISDN User Guide Assembling the MTA128ST-USB The only assembly required is to mount the feet on the bottom of your unit (See Figure 2-2). Peel the four self-adhesive plastic feet off the backing strip and press them into the recesses on the bottom of the MTA128ST-USB. Figure 2-2. Mounting the Feet Connecting the MTA128ST-USB to Your System Place the MTA128ST-USB terminal adapter in a convenient location. In a typical configuration, you will need to connect your MTA128ST-USB to your com
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Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation Connecting to Your Computer 1. Plug the 4-pin flat end (Type A) into a USB port connector on your computer or laptop.
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MultiModem ISDN User Guide LED Indicators The ten LED indicators on the front panel (see Figure 2-4) of the MTA128ST-USB report status and line activity.
Figure 2-4: Front Panel Transmit Data Flashes when data is being transmitted (on for a space, off for a mark). Receive Data Flashes when data is being received (on for a space, off for a mark). Power Lights when th
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Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation
Data Protocol Lights in combination with P2 and 128 LEDs to indicate which data protocol (V.110 [build MTA128ST-USB only] , V.120, X.75, PPP, MLPPP) is in use as shown in the table below.
Data Protocol Lights in combination with P1 and 128 LEDs to indicate which data protocol (V.110*, V.120, X.75, PPP, MLPPP) is in use as shown below:
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Chapter 3 - Software Installation and Configuration
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Chapter 3 - Software Installation and Configuration Introduction This chapter describes how to install the MTA128ST-USB driver software and discusses how to configure the unit to match your ISDN service and remote terminal adapter (TA). MTA128ST-USB driver software is installed in Windows 2000, Windows 98, and Windows 95 operating environments. Installing in Windows 2000 1. Power up your Windows 2000 system. 2. Turn on your MTA128ST-USB. The LS (Power) LED will light. 3. Plug the “D-shaped” end
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MultiModemISDN User Guide 6. The Locate Driver Files dialog box displays. Verify that the “Floppy disk drives” option is selected and click Next >. 7. If the Digital Signature Not Found dialog box displays, click Yes to continue. 8. The Found New Hardware Wizard asking you to insert the installation diskette displays. In the Copy manufacturer’s files from: box, use the browse button to find A:\Win2k, or type A:\Win2k in the box. Make certain that the installation diskette is in drive A:\ and cl
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Chapter 3 - Software Installation and Configuration 9. The Driver Files Search Results dialog box displays. Windows indicates it has found the device drivers and is ready to copy them to your computer. Click Next >. 10. Windows copies the files to your computer and then displays the Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box. Click Finish to complete installation and exit the wizard.
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MultiModemISDN User Guide Changing the Modem Descriptor (Windows 2000) The following procedure describes how you can change the description of the terminal adapter. The default descriptor is MTA128ST-USB CDC ML-PPP.
5$ # 6 + 1. Click Start | Settings | Control Panel | System to display the System Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Hardware tab. 3. Select the Device Manager option to display the Device Manager screen. 4. Expand t
