SpectraLink 150 M3 MCU Installation And Operation Manual

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Installation and Operation

Link Wireless Telephone System
Link 150 M3 MCU
Part Number: 72-0075-01
Issue C-W

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operation

    Installation and Operation Link Wireless Telephone System Link 150 M3 MCU Part Number: 72-0075-01 Issue C-W...
  • Page 2: Trademark Information

    No representation or other affirmation of fact contained in this document including but not limited to statements regarding capacity, response-time performance, suitability for use, or performance of products described herein shall be deemed to be a warranty by SpectraLink for any purpose, or give rise to any liability of SpectraLink whatsoever.
  • Page 3 Note concerning shielded cable: SpectraLink recommends the use of shielded cable for all external signal connections in order to maintain FCC Part 15 emissions requirements. Note concerning the Wireless Telephone and Base Stations: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 4 SpectraLink Corporation UL Information This symbol on the nameplate means the product is listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc. It is designed and manufactured to meet rigid U.L. safety standards against X-radiation, fire, casualty, and electrical hazards. The following are statements required for UL certification, related to safety procedures that must be adhered to during installation.
  • Page 5: Fcc Information

    SpectraLink Corporation Link WTS Installation and Operation FCC Information The Master Control Unit Complies with Part 68, FCC Rules FCC Registration Numbers: Link 150: IYGUSA-33400-PX-E Ringer Equivalence: Link 150 Model 3: 0.3B SpectraLink Corporation Link 150 Made in the USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 6: Industry Canada (Ic) Notice

    SpectraLink Corporation Industry Canada (IC) Notice Notice: The Industry Canada (IC) label identifies certified equipment. This cert ification means that the equipment meets telecommunications network protective, operational, and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
  • Page 7 In conjunction with customer-provided on-site labor resources, Service Features Warranty Support charge. SpectraLink uses a hotline as the first level of support to facilitate problem solving and provide technical assistance. Telephone response is immediate. Ensuing problems will be escalated according to established policies to effect timely resolution of problems.
  • Page 8 3. Provide unattended dial-up modem access to the system for remote diagnosis by SpectraLink service personnel. 4. Customer will return to SpectraLink all defective equipment for which an advanced shipment replacement has been made within ten business days. Failure to return replaced items within the above-referenced period will result in a customer obligation to pay full purchase price for the replacement item.
  • Page 9 SpectraLink Corporation Cleaning Tips for Wireless Telephones Wireless Telephones may occasio nally need to be cleaned to maintain appearance. Generally, wiping the handset surface with a clean, water-dampened cloth or paper towel will remove most films or residues. If the soiling is too stubborn for plain water, a mild detergent solution may be used.
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Questions? Icons and Conventions Installation Overview 2. LINK WIRELESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM OVERVIEW System Operation The Front Panel of the Link 150 M3 MCU 3. SITE PREPARATION Required Materials Determine Location of MCU 4. RUN CABLE FOR SYSTEM Run Cables to Base Station Locations...
  • Page 11 SpectraLink Corporation 7. SITE CERTIFICATION 8. SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION Troubleshoot Error Codes Troubleshoot Phone Features Status LED Codes Replace a Wireless Telephone Replace an MCU Replace a Base Station 9. WIRELESS TELEPHONE PLANNING WORKSHEET 10. BASE STATION LOCATION WORKSHEET 11. APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL PARAMETERS 11.1 Select Alternate Spread Spectrum Sequence...
  • Page 12: About This Document

    This document explains installation and operation of SpectraLink’s Link Wireless Telephone System (WTS), using the Link 150 Model 3 (M3) Master Control Unit (MCU). The Link 150 M3 MCU adds wireless service to your existing telephone system. The installation process connects the Link Wireless Telephone System to your telephone system, and activates SpectraLink Wireless Telephones.
  • Page 13 Pull Cable Terminate Cable at Base Station Locations Prepare and Install Demarc Blocks Assign and Program Ports Connect Cables to Demarc Blocks Install SpectraLink System Survey Site and Check Components Install MCUs Install Base Stations Install Outdoor Base Stations Connect and Register Wireless...
  • Page 14: Link Wireless Telephone System Overview

    The Link WTS consists of three basic components: the Master Control Unit (MCU), the Base Station and SpectraLink Wireless Telephones. This diagram shows an overview of system. Components are described below.
  • Page 15 Link 150 M3 MCUs can be linked together for extended coverage area. Chained MCUs support up to 64 Wireless Telephones maximum. SpectraLink offers an analog MCU that works with telephone systems (CO, PBX or Key Systems) with analog (loop start) ports. We also offer digital MCUs that work with the most common brands of telephone systems' (PBX or key systems) digital ports.
  • Page 16: The Front Panel Of The Link 150 M3 Mcu

    SpectraLink Corporation The Front Panel of the Link 150 M3 MCU The MCU's front panel contains the connections to the telephone system, switches to control system administration, and status LEDs. Part Number: 72-0075-01-C-W.doc Link WTS Installation and Operation 1. STEP Button – Selects a specific line or Base Station during registration process.
  • Page 17: Site Preparation

    Quick Clip Fuse – Required with an RCO410 Outdoor Base Station or when a Base Station is located in a separate building from the Link 150 M3 MCU. Recommended Quick Clip Fuse is available from Illinois Tool Works, Linx Division, Model # SCP-2X2.
  • Page 18: Run Cable For System

    Wire Specifications The customer's wire contractor is responsible for adhering to all local codes for wiring. SpectraLink recommends UL-Listed Wire that conforms to the following specifications for AWG, distance, and number of power pairs required for this installation. Power Pairs One additional pair is required for Data.
  • Page 19: Pull Cable

    SpectraLink Corporation Pull Cable Pull the cable from the MCU location (usually in the telephone equipment room) to the Base Station locations designated on the floor plans. If the cabling exits the building, consult the telephone system manual, the NEC, and local codes for instructions on providing lightning and other over- current protection.
  • Page 20: Prepare Demarc Blocks

    Auxiliary Digital) Executone (Universal 4-wire Auxiliary Digital) If the wiring between the Link 150 M3 MCU and the telephone system leaves the building, consult your telephone system manual for instructions on providing adequate lightning and other over-current protection. All MCUs (except the analog interface SCA-5XX) are intended only for connection to the isolated side of an on-premise telephone switch.
  • Page 21: Dedicated Line For Diagnostic Modem

    Dedicated Line for Diagnostic Modem The Link 150 M3 MCU can be accessed remotely using an internal modem. To use the modem for remote access, a dedicated dial- in line must be provided. On digital interface systems this line must be terminated as a digital extension to the MCU.
  • Page 22: Two Wire Analog Or Digital Interface

    SpectraLink Corporation Link WTS Installation and Operation Two Wire Analog or Digital Interface The wiring diagram below shows the connections required for a two-wire analog or digital interface. Two Wire Analog or Digital Connection Part Number: 72-0075-01-C-W.doc Page 11...
  • Page 23: Four Wire Digital Interface

    SpectraLink Corporation Link WTS Installation and Operation Four Wire Digital Interface The wiring diagram below shows the connections required for a four-wire interface . Each MCU of this type requires two demarcation blocks which will be wired as indicated. Four Wire Digital Connection Part Number: 72-0075-01-C-W.doc...
  • Page 24: Install Demarc Blocks

    SpectraLink Corporation Install Demarc Blocks The demarcation blocks used to connect the telephone system and Base Stations to the MCU should be installed on a typical telephone facility backboard. A ½" or ¾" thick board mounted on the wall near the MCU is typical. Although this manual uses 66- blocks as examples, any standard cross-connect blocks are acceptable.
  • Page 25: Connect Cables From Base Stations And Phone Lines To Demarc Blocks

    SpectraLink Corporation Connect Cables from Base Stations and Phone Lines to Demarc Blocks Two-pair twisted cable from Base Stations installed throughout the facility converge at the demarc block or backboard. Each MCU can support four Base Stations and up to 16 Wireless Telephones.
  • Page 26: Two Wire Analog Or Digital Demarc Block

    SpectraLink Corporation Link WTS Installation and Operation Two Wire Analog or Digital Demarc Block The demarc block for the two-wire analog or digital interface should be wired as follows. Part Number: 72-0075-01-C-W.doc Page 15...
  • Page 27: Four Wire Digital Demarc Block

    SpectraLink Corporation Link WTS Installation and Operation Four Wire Digital Demarc Block The four wire digital interface (future release) requires two demarc blocks, one to Connector A and one to Connector B on the MCU. They should be wired as follows.
  • Page 28 SpectraLink Corporation Link WTS Installation and Operation 4-Wire Connector B Part Number: 72-0075-01-C-W.doc Page 17...
  • Page 29: Install Link Wireless Telephone System

    Use only the provided Class II AC Adapter with output 24VDC, 1A. IPC Cable – Each MCU is shipped with one Inter-Processor Communication (IPC) cable to carry signals between Link 150 M3 MCU units. It is used only when multiple MCUs are chained together. Base Stations –...
  • Page 30: Install Mcus

    SpectraLink Corporation Link Wireless Telephone s – installation. Battery Chargers – SpectraLink Wireless Telephones require a battery charging system, usually one per Wireless Telephone. Batteries – The system may have one or more spare batteries per Wireless Telephone, depending on the needs at your location.
  • Page 31: Connect Power

    SpectraLink Corporation Connect Multi-Unit Systems Use the following procedure to connect multiple MCUs. 1. Mount the MCUs side by side. 2. Connect the IPC cable from the OUT Port of the first unit to the IN Port of the adjacent unit. Repeat until all units are connected, as shown in the following illustration.
  • Page 32 SpectraLink Corporation Use only the provided Class II AC Adapter with output 24VDC, 1A. For installations with more than one MCU, use an outlet strip with a built in power switch. This allows the MCUs to be turned on and off together.
  • Page 33 SpectraLink Corporation Switch Interface Line LEDs Analog Comdial DEFINITY - 2 wire DEFINITY - 4 wire Executone Fujitsu Inter-Tel 2,3,4 Meridian Merlin Legend Mitel 1,2,3 1,2,4 Norstar Panasonic Siemens / Rolm Toshiba Unconfigured 1 through 8 6. Move the Mode Switch back to 7.
  • Page 34: Install Base Stations

    SpectraLink Corporation Install Base Stations Be sure the Base Station is positioned clear of anything that might damage it. The Base Station should be well above head height, away from doors and other objects that might strike it, and away from areas open to the elements or possible water leaks.
  • Page 35: Mount Base Stations On Finished Ceilings

    SpectraLink Corporation Mount Base Stations On Finished Ceilings If your site does not have a dropped tile ceiling, the Base Station can be mounted to a finished ceiling or wall with a 4-5" long 1/4" –20 TPI plastic or nylon screw or bolt (such as a lag screw).
  • Page 36: Install Outdoor Base Stations

    SpectraLink Corporation Install Outdoor Base Stations Outdoor Base Stations are equipped with a protective enclosure, designed to be mounted to a wall or pole. After the enclosure is mounted, the Base Station is inserted in the enclosure and connected. Only RCO Base Stations can be used outdoors.
  • Page 37: Connect And Register Wireless Telephones

    Telephones Set Up Diagnostic Modem Each MCU has an internal modem feature that allows SpectraLink technicians to dial into the system for troubleshooting and maintenance. The modem is enabled on Line 1 when no Wireless Telephone is registered to Line 1. When enabled, the modem will autoanswer an incoming call to that line.
  • Page 38: Unregister Wireless Telephones

    SpectraLink Corporation To register a Wireless Telephone to your system do the following: 1. Be sure all unregistered Wireless Telephones are powered off and that there is a Base Station plugged in and within range of the Wireless Telephones to be registered.
  • Page 39: Program Wireless Telephone Features

    If the Link 150 M3 MCU is connected to your telephone system via analog lines, refer to Appendix B: Program Analog Features. If your Link 150 M3 MCU is connected to a digital key telephone system or PBX, refer to the section of the LinkPlus Digital Integration Guide document that deals specifically with your brand of telephone system.
  • Page 40: Site Certification

    The installer should not leave the site before contacting SpectraLink to perform remote install verification. Contact a SpectraLink engineer on the technical support line 800-775-5330. The hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
  • Page 41: System Administration

    Base Station with an error. Use the select another Base Station to display its error code. Contact SpectraLink Customer Support at (800) 775-5330 (Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time) for additional assistance in troubleshooting your system.
  • Page 42: Status Led Codes

    Status LED Codes Status LEDs Description 12345 Random The Link 150 M3 MCU is powering Cycling up. Initialization to follow. Link 150 M3 MCU is initalizing. 1,2,3 or 4 MCU identification number. If the same LED is lit on more than...
  • Page 43 ADMIN mode. Turn off the unit, place the mode switch to the NORM position and turn back on. Contact SpectraLink Customer Service for technical support. Turn off the MCU, place the mode switch in the NORM position and turn back on..
  • Page 44 Identify which Base Station has been disabled and move it away from its nearest neighbor Base Station Adjust the companding mode from Mu law to A law. Refer to 11.2 Change Companding Contact SpectraLink Customer Service for technical support. Page 33...
  • Page 45: Wireless Telephone Status Indicator Messages

    SpectraLink Corporation Wireless Telephone Status Indicator Messages Indicator BATT Displays when user is on the Wireless Telephone and the battery charge is low. The user has two minutes to complete the call. BATTERY LOW Displays when user is not on the Wireless Telephone and battery charge is low.
  • Page 46: Replace A Wireless Telephone

    SpectraLink Corporation Replace a Wireless Telephone If a Wireless Telephone breaks or needs to be replaced, the old Wireless Telephone must be deleted and the new Wireless Telephone added. Delete Old Wireless Telephone 1. Make sure all unregistered Wireless Telephones are unregistered Wireless Telephone may unintentionally register to an available line.
  • Page 47: Replace An Mcu

    SpectraLink Corporation Replace an MCU When the system has more than one MCU, each MCU contains a complete set of configuration information for the entire system. This includes Wireless Telephone registration information, function definitions, and frequency sequence selection. This Configuration Sharing feature allows a failed MCU in a multi- unit installation to be replaced without having to register the Wireless Telephones again.
  • Page 48: Replace A Base Station

    SpectraLink Corporation Replace a Base Station To replace a Base Station, unplug the existing Base Station and plug in the new Base Station. The LED will blink red and green as the system software downloads to the Base Station and the Base Station is tested.
  • Page 49: Wireless Telephone Planning Worksheet

    Wireless Telephones. MCU ID: _________ Tel No. Extension *On MCU No. 1: Reserve Port 1 for access to SpectraLink Diagnostic Modem **On MCU No. 1: Port 2 is used for administrative programming (analog system only) Part Number: 72-0075-01-C-W.doc...
  • Page 50: Base Station Location Worksheet

    SpectraLink Corporation 10. Base Station Location Worksheet MCU: ________ Base Station (e.g.: building, floor #, detailed description) Base Station 1 Base Station 2 Base Station 3 Base Station 4 MCU: ________ Base Station (e.g.: building, floor #, detailed description) Base Station 1...
  • Page 51: Appendix A: Technical Parameters

    Units shipped from the factory are preset to operate on sequence 1, which spans the entire spectrum from 902MHz to 928MHz. If interference between the SpectraLink system and other 900MHz radio devices is anticipated or observed, any one of six alternate sequences can be selected.
  • Page 52: Change Companding

    Before you begin, if the system has more than one MCU, erase the configurations from all MCUs except MCU 1. Refer to 8.5 Replace an MCU for instructions. To change the default from Mu- to A- law on the Link 150 M3 MCU follow these steps. 1. Power the system OFF.
  • Page 53: Appendix B: Program Analog Features

    SpectraLink Corporation 12. Appendix B: Program Analog Features 12.1 Defining Macros On an analog telephone system, telephone system features such as transfer, hold, or speed dial are usually accessed via key presses or hook flashes. The Link Wireless Telephone System allows these features to be customized using system macros. These features can then be accessed from all Wireless Telephones by pressing macro definitions are the same for all Wireless Telephones in the system.
  • Page 54: Program Macro Codes

    SpectraLink Corporation 12.3 Program Macro Codes Functions are defined by placing an Administrative Call using the Administrative Wireless Telephone (registered to Line 2 of MCU 1). Follow these steps to place an administrative call and define functions. In multi- unit installations, be sure all MCUs are properly connected to one another before making an administrative call.
  • Page 55: Examples Of Programming

    SpectraLink Corporation 12.4 Examples of Programming Transfer: On your telephone system, the Wireless Telephone, Transfer will be accessed using With the Mode switch in the ADMIN Administrative Wireless Telephone: START,FCN, 2 START(flash),*,7,END Speed Dial: You want FCN 4 to dial 555-1234. The system must access an outside line by dialing 9 and wait for dial tone, then dial the call.
  • Page 56: Appendix C: Installing The Open Applications Interface (Oai) Telephony Gateway

    Applications Interface (OAI) Telephony Gateway The OAI Telephony Gateway (MOG 500) allows the Link 150 M3 MCU to interface with an application server as shown in the diagram belo w. This enables third-party applications to communicate directly with the Link 150 M3 MCU, allowing users to retrieve and respond to information using Wireless Telephones.
  • Page 57: The Oai Telephony Gateway's Front Panel

    SpectraLink Corporation 13.2 The OAI Telephony Gateway’s Front Panel The OAI Telephony Gateway’s front panel has the following status indicators. ERROR: indicates an internal error Status LEDS: : future use LED 1 : future use LED 2 indicates the status of the communication between the OAI Telephony LED 3/IPC: Gateway and the other MCUs.
  • Page 58: Initial Test

    All other LEDs should be off. If the ERROR LED comes on at any time, there is a hardware problem. Note which other LEDs are on (if any) and contact SpectraLink Customer Service. Part Number: 72-0075-01-C-W.doc Link WTS Installation and Operation...
  • Page 59: Connect The Oai Telephony Gateway To The Mcu

    SpectraLink Corporation 13.5 Connect the OAI Telephony Gateway to the MCU 1. The OAI Telephony Gateway must be connected as the last box in the MCU chain. Connect the OAI Telephony Gateway to the OUT port on the MCU, using the IPC cable supplied.
  • Page 60: Connect The Oai Telephony Gateway To The Application Server

    SpectraLink Corporation 13.6 Connect the OAI Telephony Gateway to the Application Server Using a standard 9-pin female D-type connector, connect the serial port on the front panel of the OAI Telephony Gateway to the PC, application server, or modem that will be used to interface with the application.
  • Page 61: Certification Test

    SpectraLink Corporation 13.8 Certification Test When the OAI Telephony Gateway is properly connected to the application server, the LEDs should look like this: Power Error LED 1 LED 2 LED3/IPC LED4/SD LED5/RD To test the Wireless Telephones: If this is a new installation, continue with Wireless Telephone registration and PBX programming, and perform the usual voice and coverage tests when Wireless Telephone installation is complete.
  • Page 62 SpectraLink Corporation AC Adapter MCU, 18 OAI, 47 A-law, 41 Alternate sequence, 40 Function Keys, 49 Attenuation, 7 Base Station, 18 Cabling, 7, 8 Description, 4 Installation, 23 LED, 30 Location form, 39 Outdoor, 25 Outside Wiring, 25 Replacing, 37...
  • Page 63 SpectraLink Corporation Mounting, 19 Multiple, 20 Replacing, 36 Mode Switch, 5 Modem, 10, 26 Mounting Hardware, 18 Mu-law, 41 Assigning Function Key, 49 Certification Test, 50 Connecting to MCU, 48 FCN key, 42 Gateway Connection Diagram, 48 Gateway front panel, 46 Mounting the Telephony Gateway, 46 Open Applications Interface.

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