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Table Of Contents

Introduction to the LineShare 4.1  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Before You Begin  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Important Notes   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Upacking the LineShare 4.1  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ports on the LineShare 4.1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Placing the LineShare 4.1  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Connecting the LineShare 4.1  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Installation on a Single Telephone Line  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Connecting the LineShare 4.1 to a DSL Phone Line  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Installation on a Telephone System   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Using the LineShare 4.1   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Standard Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Special Operating Notes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Answering Incoming Calls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Retrieving Answering Machine Messages From a Remote Location  . . . . . . . . . . .

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Placing an Outbound Call  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Receiving a Computer Call  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Dialing the Receiving Computer Through the Originating (Calling) Computer  . . .

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Distinctive Ring Service Compatibility  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Remote Message Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Troubleshooting   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Regulatory Compliance Information   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Long Range Systems

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LineShare 4.1

Summary of Contents for LineShare 4.1

Page 1: ...Installation Warranty and Service Information Long Range Systems Inc 4550 Excel Parkway Suite 200 Addison TX 75001 800 437 4996 www pager net Line Share 4 1 POWER LineShare 4 1 OPERATOR S GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...stallation on a Telephone System 6 Using the LineShare 4 1 7 Standard Operation 7 Special Operating Notes 8 Answering Incoming Calls 8 Retrieving Answering Machine Messages From a Remote Location 9 Placing an Outbound Call 9 Receiving a Computer Call 9 Dialing the Receiving Computer Through the Originating Calling Computer 9 Distinctive Ring Service Compatibility 10 Remote Message Notification 11 ...

Page 3: ...hone company s Distinctive Ring service service activation required Introduction to the LineShare 4 1 Thank you for purchasing the LineShare 4 1 Data communications is very popular and the LineShare 4 1 al lows you to take advantage of this technology The LineShare 4 1 is a state of the art Telephone Line Sharing device that eliminates extra dedicated tele phone lines used to operate a fax modem o...

Page 4: ...system NOTE Many offices have a KSU or PBX phone system The LineShare 4 1 works with either of these systems Simply follow the appropriate installation instructions provided in Installation on a telephone system PORTSONTHELINESHARE4 1 The rear panel of the LineShare 4 1 includes five 5 modular ports and a power input port as shown 1 Connect a single telephone line from a standard telephone wall ja...

Page 5: ...teps 1 Mark the positions for 2 mounting screws not supplied on the wall The positions should be 5 9 16 apart vertically Drill the 2 holes and then thread the screws into the wall The screws should extend 3 16 Do not over tighten the screws 2 Align the keyholes on the back of the LineShare 4 1 with the 2 screws then push in and press down to secure it to the wall Long Range Systems 4 LineShare 4 1...

Page 6: ...single phone line connection While the connec tions to the telephone wall jack may be different for other types of phone systems the connections to the LineShare 4 1 remain the same for all phone configurations 1 Plug one end of a telephone line cord into the LINE IN port on the LineShare 4 1 Plug the other end of the modular line cord into the telephone wall jack 2 Plug the small end of the AC po...

Page 7: ...hich calls are coming in on 2 or more telephone lines and can be routed to any number of extensions The system typically has features like call holding music on hold conference calling and intercom paging The diagram shows telephone devices connected to the LineShare 4 1 for a telephone system follow the same procedures if you have a mini telephone system in your home or small office All equipment...

Page 8: ...en a call comes in all the phones begin to ring including extension phones and phones connected to the PHONE and ANS M ports The LineShare 4 1 allows 6 rings to the telephones before it automatically transfers the call to the FAX port If you or your answering machine answer the call before this transfer oc curs the LineShare 4 1 listens for the following signals A CNG tone fax tone or fax beep ton...

Page 9: ...eiving fax to answer For best results callers should have your fax number programmed into their fax machine s speed dial memory Beep Beep Beep Not all faxes transmit this tone when they place a call Most but not all faxes produce this tone through their auto dial feature speed dial memory position or by the operator pressing the fax machine s start button after the number is dialed Answering Incom...

Page 10: ...messages hang up The LineShare 4 1 resets for the next call Placing an Outbound Call You can place an outbound call from the PHONE port unless another port is in use If another port is in use you will hear a busy signal when you attempt to place a call If the line is clear when the calling device goes off hook you receive a dial tone and can place the call normally During an outbound call you can ...

Page 11: ...ch ring that your answering machine is set to answer above 2 rings Distinctive Ring Service Compatibility When you add a second phone number to your single line the LineShare 4 1 works smoothly to process calls without depending on access codes or transfer tones The phone company s Distinctive Ring service is offered in most areas across the U S Phone companies offer this service under various nam...

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Page 13: ...nswering machine 3 Set your fax to answer on 1 ring 4 Set your answering machine to answer on 2 rings Semi automatic mode only Why don t fax calls transfer to the fax when I answer the phone Some fax machines do not produce fax tones therefore when you receive this type of call press 11 on your tone phone and then hang up I have a DSL line and when I answer the phone I hear the fax tone why You po...

Page 14: ...lose telephone service No with no power the PHONE and ANS M ports are connected to the telephone line Cordless phones require power and will not operate When I call my bank or pharmacy etc and enter the menu I get cut off Press the key at the end of the number dialed This will stop the LineShare 4 1 from listening for tone transfers It will reset itself when you hang up Example 1 800 288 6794 Why ...

Page 15: ...twork the telephone company will no tify you in advance that the temporary discontinuance of service may be required But if advance notice isn t practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary Notification of Changes in Telephone Company Equipment The telephone compan...

Page 16: ...lled using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier Any re pairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecom munications com...

Page 17: ...ccurate LRS is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or loss of business resulting from inaccuracies or omissions Specifications and other information contained within this document are subject to change without notice Long Range Systems Inc reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any products herein LRS Inc makes no warranty representation or guarantee regarding ...

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