Before You Begin; Important Notes - Command Communications ComSwitch 5500 Operator's Manual

Before you begin

This guide is designed to introduce you to the various
installation and operational procedures for using the
ComSwitch 5500 (CS 5500).

Important Notes

According to standard industry practice, surge protection is
recommended for use with all electronic devices. A surge
suppressor and/or line conditioning should be used on the input
power supply, as well as the connected telephone line.
Call Waiting: Fax machine and modem transmissions could be
disrupted by the call waiting beep tone.
NOTE: We recommend that you disconnect service for Call Forwarding.
Introduction to the CS 5500
Thank you for purchasing the CS 5500. Data communications is
becoming increasingly popular, and the CS 5500 allows you to
take advantage of this technology.
The CS 5500 is a state-of-the-art Telephone Line Sharing
device which eliminates the extra dedicated telephone lines
used to operate a fax, modem, or other telephone device.
The CS 5500 quickly directs incoming telephone calls to one of
four appropriate destinations, typically a computer modem or
fax/modem and facsimile machine, as well as a telephone and
answering machine, or any other telephone device that responds
to a standard phone company ring signal.
Please read through the rest of this guide to learn how to
properly install and operate the CS 5500.
Please read through this guide and select the installation
procedures appropriate for your specific application before
attempting to connect or operate the CS 5500.
Call Forwarding: If Call Forwarding is activated, the
CS 5500 cannot process calls on that line. We recommend that
you disconnect service for Call Forwarding.
Phone Company Voice Mail: This service is compatible
with the CS 5500 if used in conjunction with the phone
company's Distinctive Ring service (service activation
required).
Listed below are examples of various telephone activated
devices that can be connected to the CS 5500.
Fax / modem
Call diverter
Computer modem
Fluid storage system
Facsimile
Laser fax cartridge
Answering Machine
Energy management system
Telephone
Time and attendance
Bulletin Board System (BBS)
Money order dispensing system
Credit Card Authorization Terminal
Remote diagnostic system