ARRIS WTM552 User Guide - Manual (Page 21)

Touchstone® WTM552 Telephony Modem User’s Guide 21
Getting Battery Wireless Ethernet
Safety Started Installation Installation Configuration Configuration Usage Troubleshooting Glossary
Selecting an Installation Location
There are a number of factors to consider when choosing a location to install your
Telephony Modem:
• Is an AC outlet available nearby? For best results, the outlet should not be
switched and should be close enough to the Telephony Modem that exten-
sion cords are not required.
• Is a cable jack available? For best performance, keep the number of splitters
between the jack and cable drop to a minimum. Each splitter attenuates (re-
duces) the signal available to the Telephony Modem. A large number of split-
ters can slow down the Internet connection and even affect your telephone
service.
• Can you easily run cables between the Telephony Modem’s location and the
phones?
• If you are connecting devices to the Ethernet ports, can you easily run ca-
bles between the Telephony Modem’s location and those devices?
• If you want to mount the Telephony Modem on a wall, does the location pro-
vide a solid surface for secure attachment? For best results when mounting
the Telephony Modem on drywall, position the Telephony Modem so at least
one of the screws are fastened to a stud. This may prevent the Telephony
Modem from pulling out of the wall in the future.
• If you want to install the Telephony Modem on a desktop, is there enough
space on either side to keep the vents clear? Blocking the vents may cause
overheating.
• How close are your wireless devices? The Telephony Modem wireless con-
nection range is typically 100–200 feet (30m–65m). A number of factors
can affect connection range, as described below.