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MultiModem ZBA
MT9234ZBA-Series
MT9234ZBA
MT9234ZBA-V
User Guide
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MultiModem ZBA MT9234ZBA-Series User Guide MT9234ZBA, MT9234ZBA-V PN S000387A, Version A Copyright This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from Multi- Tech Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Copyright © 2007, by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representations or warranty with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
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Table of Contents Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................ 5 Features.........................................................................................................................................................5 AT Commands Info............................................................................................................
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Table of Contents Fax Branding Statement..............................................................................................................................30 Canadian Limitations Notice........................................................................................................................30 Industry Canada ..........................................................................................................................................30 EMC, Safety and R&TT
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Chapter 1 – Introduction Chapter 1 – Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the MultiModem ZBA modem. You have acquired one of the finest intelligent voice/data/fax modems available today from one of the world’s oldest modem manufacturers: Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. The MT9234ZBA-Series is available in global and non-global builds with and without the voice feature. The MT9234ZBA global product is approved in 40+ countries. The MT9234ZBA with the voice feature supports voice mai
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Chapter 1 – Introduction Technical Specifications The MT9234ZBA-Series modem meets the following specifications: ® Trade Name MultiModem ZBA Model Number MT9234ZBA Build Number MT9234ZBA, MT9234ZBA-V Server-to-Client 56K speeds when accessing a V.90 or V.92 server (actual Data Rates speed depends on server capabilities and line conditions) Client-to-Server Up to 48Kbps when accessing a V.92 server (actual speed Data Rates depends on server capabilities and line conditions); otherwis
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Chapter 1 – Introduction Note: Any cables connected to the computer should be shielded to reduce interference. Diagnostics Power-on self test, local analog loop, local digital loop, remote digital loop. Indicators LEDs for Transmit Data, Receive Data, Carrier Detect, 56K bps, 33.6K bps, 14.4K bps, Off Hook, Terminal Ready, Error Correction, Fax. Speaker Internal speaker for call progress monitoring. Manual Control Power switch Operating Temperature -40°– 60°C (-40°–140°F) ambient under
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Chapter 3 – Operation Chapter 2 – Installation This chapter shows you step-by-step how to set up your Multi-Tech MT9234ZBA modem. Safety Warnings • Use this product only with UL- and CUL-listed computers (U.S.A. and Canada) • To reduce the risk of fire, use only 26 AWG (.41mm) or larger telephone wiring. • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. • Never install a telephone jack in a wet location unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. • Never to
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Chapter 3 – Operation Location of the Jumpers Note: The Speaker Mode Jumper is for the Modem with the Voice Option Changing the Dial-Up/Leased-Line Jumper As shipped from the factory, your modem is configured for normal dial-up operation. That is, the modem must dial a phone number to connect to another modem. To use the modem on a leased line, you must change jumper J2 to select leased line operation, and J3 to select whether
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Chapter 3 – Operation Step 2: Connect the Modem to Your PC Turn off your computer. Place the modem in a convenient location, and then connect it to your computer’s serial port, the telephone line or leased line, AC power, and, optionally, your telephone. Connections - No Voice Connections With Voice Connect the Modem to Your PC Plug one end of the serial cable into the RS232 connector on the modem and the other end into a serial port connector on your computer, such as COM1 or
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Chapter 3 – Operation Connect Speakers (Voice Option) For speakerphone or voice mail applications, use a 1/8-inch plug male-to-male stereo patch cord to connect the SPKR jack on the side of the modem to the LINE IN jack on your sound card. If your sound card does not have a LINE IN jack, use its MIC jack. The stereo male-to-male patch cord can be purchased at a local PC retail store. If you do not have a sound card, you can plug an unamplified speaker directly into the SPKR
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Chapter 3 – Operation 4. The Global Wizard dialog box appeared. Click Next. 5. The Global Wizard searches for your modem and identifies it. Click Next. 6. Select the country/region in which the modem will be used. Click Next. 7. Review your country/region choice. If it is correct, click Next to configure the modem. 8. When Global Wizard announces that the parameters have been set, click Finish to exit. Using AT Commands to Configure Your Modem Non-Windows users can configure the mod
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Chapter 3 – Operation Chapter 3 – Operation About the Front Panel The LED indicators on the front panel indicate status, configuration, and activity: TD – Transmit Data. Flashes when the modem is transmitting data to another modem. RD – Receive Data. Flashes when the modem is receiving data. CD – Carrier Detect. Lights when the modem detects a valid carrier signal from another modem. It is on when the modem is communicating with the other modem, and off when the link
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Chapter 3 – Operation Connecting to the Internet Your Multi-Tech modem is your gateway to the Internet and the World Wide Web. To access the Internet and Web via your modem, you must establish a dial-up account with an Internet service provider (ISP). To locate an ISP near you, look in a local directory or computer publication. Your ISP should provide you with the following information: • User name (also called user ID) • Password • Access number (the number you call to connect to the se
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Chapter 4 – Remote Configuration Chapter 4–Remote Configuration Remote configuration is a network management tool that allows you to configure MT9234ZBA modems anywhere in your network from one location. With password-protected remote configuration, you can issue AT commands to a remote modem for maintenance or troubleshooting as if you were on site. Basic Procedure The following steps can be used when the connection is established by the local or the remote modem. Note:
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Chapter 5 – Callback Security Chapter 5 – Callback Security This chapter describes how to use callback security with your modem. Callback security protects your network from unauthorized access and helps control long-distance costs. When callback security is enabled, all callers are requested to enter a password. If a valid password is received, the modem hangs up and returns the call by dialing a phone number that is stored with the password. The person being called back must then enter
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Chapter 5 – Callback Security Setting Callback Security Message Parity The modem’s password prompt and messages parity must match the parity of the computer to which the modem is connected. 1. Open a data communications program such as HyperTerminal. 2. In the terminal window, type AT#Sxxxxxxxx, where xxxxxxxx is your password. Press ENTER. The modem responds with OK if the setup password is correct and ERROR if it is wrong. 3. The modem’s parity default value is No parit
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Chapter 5 – Callback Security 5. After the delay specified by the #CBDn command, the callback modem calls the number associated with the password. If the callback modem is unable to establish a connection, it tries again, up to the number of attempts specified by the #CBAn command. 6. After the modems reconnect, the following message reappears: Password> 7. Type the same password that you used to initiate the call. You are allowed three attempts to enter the password, after which you wil
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Chapter 5 – Callback Security Direct Connection Use this procedure when you want to connect without first being called back. The password that you use must be set up for an optional direct connection. 1. Using a data communications program such as HyperTerminal, dial the number of the callback modem. 2. When the connection is established, the callback modem responds with the following message: Password> 3. Type a direct connection password, press the - key, and then press
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Chapter 5 – Callback Security Callback Assignments Form Location Password Telephone Number 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 34 25 26 27 28 29 20 Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MT9234ZBA-Series User Guide (S000387A)
