Chapter 4: Web Configuration
Voice over IP
VoIP (Voice over IP) is a voice service provided by the ISP. It compresses the voice
signal into data package and transfers the data through the IP network. That is, it is
a telecommunications service of sounds by the open Internet. With the Internet, it
not only offers real-time sound service, but also it can connect to anywhere in the
world. It allows users to carry out remote conversation without passing PSTN.
VoIP provides you with a new way to gain more from your broadband connection -
simply hook up your phone to the telephone adapter and create a service similar to
an additional phone line.
What is the advantage of VoIP?
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It can save your money on phone bills.
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The equipment is cheaper than other telecom devices.
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It uses current IP network.
Hardware Connection for using VoIP
Below shows a brief hardware connection for executing VoIP function.
1.
Connect one telephone set (or fax machine) to the Phone1 port and another
telephone set (or fax machine) to Phone2 port on the IAD separately by
using phone cables.
2.
Use the PSTN cable to connect PSTN port on the IAD and the Phone port
on the splitter.
3.
Use the ADSL line cable to connect DSL port on the IAD and the Modem
port on the splitter.
4.
Connect the telephone line from the wall outlet to the Line port of the splitter.
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