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IP8100 series Quick Start Guide
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Parts Check List The IP8100 series telephone is an advanced broadband cordless telephone set, capable of supporting up to four handsets. Your package contains: 1. Base Unit 6. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket(s) 2. Handset(s) 7. Belt Clip(s) 3. Handset Charger(s) 8. User Documentation CD 4. Ethernet Cables 9. Quick Start Guide 5. Base Power Adapter 10. Battery(ies) Base Unit Battery Handset Blue Ethernet Cable Handset Charger Base AC Power Adapter Yellow Ethernet Cable Charger Wall User D
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IP8100 series Quick Start Guide Getting Started Installation of Batteries in Handset Follow the steps below: 1. Place the new battery in the handset and align the two holes in the plug with the socket pins to snap the plug into place. 2. Replace the battery cover by sliding it upwards. 3. If the new batteries are not already charged, place the handset in its charger, and allow it to charge for 10-12 hours. After initial charge, a maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient. NO
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IP8100 series Quick Start Guide Getting Started Pre-Installation Answer the following questions for the instructions that are appropriate for you. Do you have a stand-alone router? If yes, please use the instructions on page 7. Helpful Hint: Do you have more than one computer connected to the Internet? If so, you have a router. Do you have a modem with a built in router? If yes, please use the instructions on page 9. Helpful Hint: Some Internet Service Providers (ISP) supply combinations mode
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Installation Without A Router INTERNET DSL or Cable Modem PC Handset 1 & 2 PC/LAN Port WAN Port Base Unit NOTE: The IP8100 series telephone is expandable up to a total of 4 handsets. Uses model IP 811 (sold separately) Warning: Do not route the ethernet cable to outdoors, and ensure that you are using a safety approved DSL or Cable modem with proper electrical isolation. STEP 1 Unplug the power cord from your Cable or DSL modem (the device your ISP provided which provides high-speed Inter
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IP8100 series Quick Start Guide Installation Without A Router STEP 2 Disconnect all cables between your Cable or DSL modem and your computer. STEP 3 Connect one end of the yellow ethernet cable to the yellow port, labeled “PC/LAN,” located on the back of the base unit and connect the other end of the yellow cable to the ethernet port of your computer. STEP 4 Connect one end of the blue ethernet cable to the blue port, labeled “WAN,” located on the back of the base unit and connect the
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Installation Without A Router cont’ DSL Users If you have DSL and are required to enter a user name and password (PPPoE) when accessing the Internet, you may be required to authenticate the IP8100 series telephone. ® A. Open a web browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer using the computer connected through your IP8100 series telephone ethernet port. In the address of location field, type and press ENTER. This displays the login screen.
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IP8100 series Quick Start Guide Installation With A Router INTERNET Base Unit DSL or Cable Modem PC WAN Port Laptop Existing Network Router Handset 1 & 2 N OTE: The IP 8100 series telephone is expandable up to a total of 4 handsets. Uses model IP 811 (sold separately) Warning: Do not route the ethernet cable to outdoors, and ensure that you are using a safety approved DSL or Cable modem with proper electrical isolation. 7
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IP8100 series Quick Start Guide Installation With A Router STEP 1: Using the blue ethernet cable provided, connect one end into the blue port, labeled “WAN,” located on the back of the IP8100 series broadband telephone base unit and connect the other end into an available LAN port on your router. If you have a wireless router, place the base unit at least 3’ away from your router to avoid interference. Helpful Hint: If all the ethernet ports on your existing router are full, disconnect one of t
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IP8100 series Quick Start Guide Installation With A Modem Router INTERNET Base Unit PC WAN Port Laptop DSL or Cable Modem Handset 1 & 2 NOTE: The IP8100 series telephone is expandable up to a total of 4 handsets. Uses model IP 811 (sold separately) Warning: Do not route the ethernet cable to outdoors, and ensure that you are using a safety approved DSL or Cable modem with proper electrical isolation. 9
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IP8100 series Quick Start Guide Installation With A Modem Router STEP 1: Using the blue ethernet cable provided, connect one end into the blue port, labeled “WAN,” located on the back of the IP8100 series broadband telephone base unit and connect the other end into an available LAN port on your router. If you have a wireless modem router, place the base unit at least 3 feet away from your router to avoid interference. Helpful Hint: If all the ethernet ports on your existing router are full, dis
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VTech Telecommunications LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon Copyright 2005 for VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD. Printed in China All rights reserved. 96-006057-010-000 ISSUE 0 www.vtechphones.com
