Telular SX7M User Manual
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5. (Optional) For optimal performance and protection, you may elect to connect a copper wire
(not included) to the protective earth Ground Connector Screw to ground the device.
In a building environment, connecting to an earth ground (such as a cold water pipe)
can protect the device and peripherals from static and conducted electricity. It can also
reduce static or buzzing during voice calls (SX7T only).
In a vehicle environment, grounding to the frame and battery or alternator can reduce
static or buzzing during voice calls (SX7T only).
6. Connect the Ethernet (RJ-45) cable to the Ethernet Port on the SX7. (This cable will
serve as the connection to your computer in most configurations, including the primary
Wireless WAN data connection.)
7. Depending on your usage needs, connect RJ-11 phone cables to the Phone (J1) and
Phone/Fax (J2) ports (SX7T only).
Note
The
Phone (J1)
and
Phone/Fax (J2)
RJ-11 ports are only available on the SX7T terminal model.
See
“Using theVoice and Fax Options (SX7T Only)”
on page 16 for information about setting
up your RJ-11 Phone and Phone/Fax jacks.
Ground Connector Screw
Phone (J1)
Phone/Fax (J2)
Note
It is recommended that you use the Ethernet connection for your primary Wireless WAN data
connection; however, you may also use Dial-Up Networking (DUN) using the supplied USB cable
(see
“Using the USB Connection Option”
on page 12). Before connecting with a USB, install
the SX7 USB drivers included on the CD that was packaged with your device (see
“Install the
USB Drivers”
on page 12).
Ethernet Port
Wi PATH
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