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MediaPack Series Regulatory Information The Regulatory Information can be viewed at http://www.audiocodes.com/downloads. Related Documentation Document Name Product Reference Manual MP-11x & MP-124 SIP Release Notes MP-11x & MP-124 SIP User's Manual CPE Configuration Guide for IP Voice Mail Notes: Throughout this manual and unless otherwise specified, the following terms are used: •...
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Installation Manual Notices Notes: • FXO (Foreign Exchange Office) is the interface replacing the analog telephone and connects to a Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) line from the Central Office (CO) or to a Private Branch Exchange (PBX). The FXO is designed to receive line voltage and ringing current, supplied from the CO or the PBX (just like an analog telephone).
Installation Manual 1. Introduction Introduction This manual provides you with step-by-step procedures for initial and basic setup of the device, including hardware installation and software configuration. The flowchart below summarizes these steps: Figure 1-1: Required Steps to Install the Device Notes: •...
Installation Manual 2. Installing the Device Installing the Device This section describes the MP-11x (refer to 'Installing the MP-11x Series' on page ) and MP-124 (refer to 'Installing MP-124' on page ) hardware installation. This includes physical description, unpacking the shipped package, and mounting and cabling procedures.
MediaPack Series 2.1.1.2 MP-11x Rear Panel The device's rear panel provides the ports for cabling the device to the various interfaces. The figure below displays the rear panel of the MP-118 device (as an example). Figure 2-2: MP-11x (e.g., MP-118) Rear Panel Connectors The following table describes the MP-11x rear panel ports: Table 2-1: MP-11x Rear Panel Component Descriptions Item #...
Small plastic bag containing four anti-slide bumpers for desktop installation. • Regulatory Information document. Check, retain, and process any documents. Notify AudioCodes or your local supplier of any damage or discrepancies. 2.1.3 Mounting the MP-11x The device can be mounted in one of the following ways: ...
2.1.3.3 19-inch Rack Mounting The MP-11x can be installed in a standard 19-inch rack by placing it on an AudioCodes' 19- inch rack-mounting shelf (special customer order) that must be pre-installed in a rack. The shelf can hold up to two MP-11x devices. The rack-mounting shelf can be ordered separately from AudioCodes.
Installation Manual 2. Installing the Device Attach the shelf to the rack using four standard rack screws (not supplied). Figure 2-5: MP-11x Rack Mount Table 2-3: MP-11x Rack Mount Item # Functionality Standard rack holes used to attach the shelf to the rack. Eight shelf-to-device screws.
MediaPack Series 2.1.4.1 Connecting MP-11x to the Network Follow the procedure below for connecting MP-11x directly to the Ethernet network. To connect MP-11x directly to the Ethernet network: Using a crossover Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors on either end, connect the MP-11x Ethernet port (labeled Ethernet ), directly to the network.
Installation Manual 2. Installing the Device 2.1.4.3 Cabling the FXS Lifeline The Lifeline provides a wired analog POTS phone connection to any PSTN or PBX FXS port when there is no power or when the network connection fails. Therefore, you can use the Lifeline phone even when MP-11x is not powered or not connected to the network.
MediaPack Series To cable the combined MP-11x FXS/FXO Lifeline: Connect a fax machine, modem, or phone to each of the FXS ports. Connect an analog PSTN line to each of the FXO ports. Figure 2-10: Lifeline Cabling for FXS and FXO Devices 2.1.4.4 Connecting MP-11x RS-232 Port to a PC Follow the procedure below to connect the MP-11x serial (RS-232) interface to a PC using...
Installation Manual 2. Installing the Device To connect MP-11x to a PC: Connect the PS/2 connector (refer to the figure below for connector pinouts) on one end of the cable to the MP-11x RS-232 port (labeled RS-232 Connect the DB-9 connector at the other end of the cable to either the COM1 or COM2 RS-232 communication port on your PC.
MediaPack Series Installing MP-124 This subsection describes the MP-124 hardware installation. 2.2.1 Physical Description The subsections below provide a physical description of the MP-124 front and rear panels. 2.2.1.1 MP-124 Front Panel The MP-124 front panel (shown in the figure below) provides LEDs for indicating various operating statuses.
Installation Manual 2. Installing the Device 2.2.1.2 MP-124 Rear Panel The device's rear panel (shown in the figure below) provides the ports for cabling the device to the various interfaces. Figure 2-14: MP-124 Rear Panel - AC Power Model Figure 2-15: MP-124 Rear Panel - DC Power Model The table below describes the MP-124 rear panel components.
Two short equal-length brackets and bracket-to-device screws for 19-inch rack installation. • Regulatory Information document. Check, retain and process any documents. Notify AudioCodes or your local supplier of any damage or discrepancies. 2.2.3 Mounting the MP-124 The MP-124 can be mounted in one of the following ways: ...
Installation Manual 2. Installing the Device 2.2.3.2 19-inch Rack Mounting The MP-124 can be installed in a standard 19-inch rack, by using two short, equal-length brackets (supplied). The MP-124 with attached brackets for rack installation is shown in the figure below: Figure 2-17: MP-124 with Brackets for Rack Installation Rack Mount Safety Instructions When installing the chassis in a rack, implement the following safety...
MediaPack Series To install the MP-124 in a 19-inch rack: Remove the two screws located on one side of the MP-124 (nearest the front panel). Insert the peg on one of the brackets into the third air vent down on the column of air vents nearest the front panel.
• As most of the installation is the responsibility of the customer, AudioCodes can assume responsibility for damage only if the customer can establish that MP-124 does not comply to the standards specified above (and MP-124 is within the hardware warranty period).
MediaPack Series The MP-124 chassis is equipped with a protective earthing screw. Ensure that you connect this to the grounding point using a suitable wire. Fasten the cable securely using a 6-32 UNC screw. Note: Proper grounding is crucial to ensure the effectiveness of the primary protection devices against power surges.
Installation Manual 2. Installing the Device 2.2.4.2 Connecting MP-124 to the Ethernet Network Follow the procedure below for connecting MP-124 directly to the Ethernet network. To connect MP-124 directly to the Ethernet network: Using a crossover Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors on either end, connect the MP-124 Ethernet port (labeled ETHERNET ), directly to the network.
MediaPack Series 2.2.4.3 Connecting MP-124 to FXS Interface The MP-124 interfaces with the analog telephone interfaces by connecting to a main distribution frame (MDF), using a 50-pin Telco cable. MP-124 Safety Notice To protect against electrical shock and fire, use a 26 AWG min wire to connect analog FXS lines to the 50-pin Telco connector.
Installation Manual 2. Installing the Device Insert and fasten the male connector to the female 50-pin Telco connector on the MP-124 rear panel (labeled Analog FXS Lines 1-24 Connect the telephone lines from the MDF adaptor block to a fax machine, modem, or telephones by inserting each RJ-11 connector on the 2-wire line cords of the POTS phones into the RJ-11 sockets on the front of an MDF adaptor block, as shown in the figure below.
MediaPack Series 2.2.4.4 Connecting MP-124 RS-232 Port to a PC Follow the procedure below to connect the MP-124 serial (RS-232) interface to a PC using a standard, straight-through cable with DB-9 connectors on either end. To connect MP-124 to a PC: Connect the DB-9 connector (refer to the figure below for connector pinouts) on one end of the cable to the MP-124 RS-232 port (labeled RS-232 Connect the DB-9 connector (refer to the figure below for connector pinouts) at the...
Installation Manual 2. Installing the Device 2.2.4.5 Connecting MP-124 to Power The MP-124 can be powered either from a standard AC electrical outlet or a 48-VDC power supply. The power configuration depends on the ordered MP-124 model. 2.2.4.5.1 AC Power Supply This section describes cabling of the MP-124 model for AC power.
MediaPack Series To connect MP-124 to a DC power supply: Insert two 18 AWG wires into the supplied DC terminal block (ensure correct polarity), and then fasten the two screws located directly above each wire block. Insert the DC terminal block into the DC inlet on the MP-124 rear panel, and then secure it to the device by fastening the two adaptor-to-panel screws located on the terminal block.
Installation Manual 3. Configuring the Device Configuring the Device This section describes initial, basic setup configuration for the device, using the device's embedded Web server (Web interface ). Notes: • The device is supplied with application software (cmp file) already residing on its flash memory.
MediaPack Series 3.1.1 Assigning an IP Address Using HTTP You can assign an IP address to the device, using the device's Web interface. To assign an IP address using HTTP: Disconnect the device from the network and reconnect it to a PC using one of the following methods: •...
PC and re-access the device via the Web interface with its newly assigned IP address. 3.1.2 Assigning an IP Address Using BootP You can assign an IP address to the device, using the supplied AudioCodes' BootP/TFTP Server application. Notes: •...
MediaPack Series In the ‘Gateway’ field, enter the IP address of the default gateway (if any). Click Apply to save the new client. Click ; the ‘Client Configuration’ screen closes. Physically reset the device using the hardware reset button (or power down and then power up the device).
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Configuration File Name Pattern Description http://aa.bb.cc.dd/config.ini Standard config.ini. https://aa.bb.cc.dd/config.ini Secure HTTP. The device's MAC address is appended to the file http://aa.bb.cc.dd/audiocodes/<MAC>.ini name (e.g., http://36.44.0.6/audiocodes/00908f012300.ini). http://aa.bb.cc.dd:8080/config.ini HTTP on port 8080. http://aa.bb.cc.dd:1400/config.ini HTTP on port 1400. Generating configuration per IP/MAC address http://aa.bb.cc.dd/cgi-...
MediaPack Series Press the selected pattern code, and then press # to finish. Press to save, and then hang up the handset. The device retrieves the configuration from the HTTP server. The following is an example perl CGI script, suitable for most Apache-based HTTP servers for generating configuration dynamically per pattern #6 above.
Installation Manual 3. Configuring the Device 3.1.4 Assigning an IP Address Using the CLI You can assign an IP address to the device, using command-line interface (CLI). Note: The CLI method for assigning an IP address is not applicable to MP-112 as this model does not provide RS-232 serial interface.
MediaPack Series Configuring Basic SIP Parameters Once you have completed the previous sections, you are ready to start configuring the device using the Web interface. For information on how to fully configure the device, refer to the device's User’s Manuals. Tip: Once the device is configured, backup your settings by saving the configuration (ini) file to your PC.
Installation Manual 3. Configuring the Device 3.2.1 Enabling Channels and Configuring Call Routing (Example) This section provides an example for enabling the device's channels and for configuring Tel (PSTN)-to-IP call routing. This includes assigning the channels a telephone number and then routing calls (e.g., of dialed numbers with prefix 10) from these channels to a specific IP destination (e.g., IP address 10.33.24.14).
MediaPack Series The figure below shows an example of a configuration setup of two communicating FXS devices. Phones ‘101’ and '102' are connected to the first two channels of device with IP address 10.33.24.18; phone ‘120’ is connected to the first channel of device 10.33.24.14. The configuration in the 'Endpoint Phone Number Table' and ‘Tel to IP Routing Table’...
Installation Manual 3. Configuring the Device Saving and Resetting the Device To apply configuration changes to the device's volatile memory (RAM), click the Submit button located on the page in which you are configuring. Modifications to parameters with on-the-fly capabilities are immediately applied to the device; other parameters are applied only after a device reset.
For detailed information on the Web user accounts, refer to the device's User’s Manual . Tip: If you do not know your user name and password, you can use AudioCodes BootP/TFTP utility to access the device, by re-flash the load and resetting the password (refer to the Product Reference Manual ).
Installation Manual 3. Configuring the Device Backing Up and Restoring Configuration You can save a copy/backup of the device's current configuration settings as an ini file to a folder on your PC, using the 'Configuration File' page. The saved ini file includes only parameters that were modified and parameters with other than default values.
MediaPack Series To load (or restore) the ini file: Click the Browse button, navigate to the folder in which the ini file is located, select the file, and then click Open; the name and path of the file appear in the field beside the Browse button.
Installation Manual 3. Configuring the Device Upgrading the Device You can upgrade the device with the following files, using the device's Web interface: Firmware (cmp) file using the Web interface's Software Update Wizard (refer to 'Software Upgrade Wizard' on page ...
MediaPack Series To use the Software Upgrade Wizard: Stop all traffic on the device (refer to the note above). Open the 'Software Upgrade Wizard' (Management tab > Software Update menu > Software Upgrade Wizard ); the 'Software Upgrade Wizard' page appears. Figure 3-9: Start Software Upgrade Wizard Screen Click the Start Software Upgrade button;...
Installation Manual 3. Configuring the Device Note: At this stage, you can quit the Software Update Wizard, by clicking Cancel , without requiring a device reset. However, once you start uploading a cmp file, the process must be completed with a device reset. Click the Browse button, navigate to the cmp file, and then click Send File;...
MediaPack Series Click End Process to close the wizard, and then in the 'Enter Network Password' dialog box, enter your login user name and password (described in Accessing the Web Interface) and click OK ; a message box appears informing you of the new CMP file. Click OK ;...
Installation Manual 3. Configuring the Device To load an auxiliary file to the device: Open the 'Load Auxiliary Files' page (Management tab > Software Update menu > Load Auxiliary Files Figure 3-12: Load Auxiliary Files Page Click the Browse button corresponding to the file type that you want to load, navigate to the folder in which the file is located, and then click Open;...
Installation Manual 4. Monitoring the Device Monitoring the Device The operating status of the device can be monitored in the following ways: Monitoring the device's hardware front-panel LEDs (refer to 'Front-Panel LEDs' page Monitoring the device using the Web interface (refer to 'Web Interface' on page Front-Panel LEDs The operating status LEDs on the front panel of the device are described in the tables...
MediaPack Series Label Type Color State Function Data Packet Green Blinking Transmitting RTP packets. Status Blinking Receiving RTP packets. No traffic. Channels Telephone Green Off-hook or ringing. Interface Line malfunction. Normal. Web Interface The Web interface's 'Home' page provides a graphical display of the device's front panel, displaying color-coded icons depicting the status of the device's ports and channels, as well as other interfaces of the device.
Installation Manual 4. Monitoring the Device 4.2.2 Viewing Channel Status The 'Home' page displays channel port icons that indicate the voice channels' operating status. You can use these port icons to drill down to view detailed channel status. For a detailed description of the 'Home' page, refer to the device's User's Manual.
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