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| 262221 | 2004-08-16 06:39:00 | I'm finally done with dialup, and having done some research and reading, have the following questions which I'd appreciate some help with: 1. I have a monitored alarm, so it looks like I'll need a splitter (also the phone wiring in this house isn't fully up to scratch). Do I have to get the full install from Telecom, or do other companies offer this service (for less money, obviously)? 2. It seems that there are new deals on the way, with Orcon leading the charge. Should I be doing nothing for a month, or diving in and signing up for the Orcon Flat Rate deal? 3. I'm planning to use the new Linksys WAG54G as a modem & router & wireless access point. Is this really the "all-in-one" wonder it seems to be? Has anyone got any experience of one? Thanks in advance.... |
CarlH (3009) | ||
| 262222 | 2004-08-16 08:16:00 | > I'm finally done with dialup, and having done some > research and reading, have the following questions > which I'd appreciate some help with: > > 1. I have a monitored alarm, so it looks like I'll > need a splitter (also the phone wiring in this house > isn't fully up to scratch). Do I have to get the full > install from Telecom, or do other companies offer > this service (for less money, obviously)? Why do you need a spliter? Every monitored alarm I have seen just uses the normal telephone line in which case all you need is a filter. Unless of course the monitored alarm sends signals at the frequency of the ADSL line. Wiring not up to scratch? You can do this yourself if you have the knowledge. It is not hard and parts are available from Dick Smith. I did all of my stuff in the house from the first box Telecom installed and have had no problems. |
Big John (551) | ||
| 262223 | 2004-08-16 09:11:00 | I thought I needed a splitter because the Telecom installation guidelines say you do, if you have a monitired alarm (and YES, I do know not to believe everything Telecom tell me!!!) But maybe you're right, I should just give it a go with a couple of filters and see. The alarm system is hard-wired into the telecom box as far as I can tell, if that makes any difference. |
CarlH (3009) | ||
| 262224 | 2004-08-16 10:02:00 | > I thought I needed a splitter because the Telecom > installation guidelines say you do, if you have a > monitired alarm (and YES, I do know not to believe > everything Telecom tell me!!!) > > But maybe you're right, I should just give it a go > with a couple of filters and see. > > The alarm system is hard-wired into the telecom box > as far as I can tell, if that makes any difference. Maybe thats why. You cant filter it when it is hard wired into the line. I suppose it is one way for Telecom to make more money. Ring the alarm company and confirm with them if it needs to be split or not. They should know by now if it is required or not. |
Big John (551) | ||
| 262225 | 2004-08-16 10:29:00 | You only need one filter, but wire it as a splitter. Put the filter in series with the incoming line (before your alarm connection or any phone lines), then tap off a new line from the input side of the filter and run it to a dedicated socket for your jetstream connection. The ADSL line will then be direct from the incoming line with nothing else attached, and all of your internal house phone wiring will be isolated by the filter. Cheers Billy 8-{) |
Billy T (70) | ||
| 262226 | 2004-08-16 11:14:00 | Thanks BillyT - I see what you mean in principle, but I'm a little unclear on the detail Looking at the photo of a filter on the DSE website, it's a plug & socket type thing. So I'd chop the plug end off? Can I use those plastic connector blocks (don't know their proper name sorry) to make the necessary connections? And the filter has two sockets, of which I'd only need one - the line to the junction box where the alarm is wired in? And I'd need to fit a plug to this wire? Sorry to bombard you with questions, but I'm keen to avoid the $248 installation option!!! |
CarlH (3009) | ||
| 262227 | 2004-08-16 12:01:00 | > I'm planning to use the new Linksys WAG54G as a modem & router & wireless access point. Is this really the "all-in-one" wonder it seems to be? Has anyone got any experience of one? I've recommended this router to two of my friends who just got Jetstream in the last few months. They both think it's pretty top notch and working well. They live far away from the exchanges as well, and still get a good connection. It's what I'd get, if I was going to get Jetstream tomorrow. |
kiki (762) | ||
| 262228 | 2004-08-16 13:08:00 | I will respond to point 2. For the moment, Orcon seems to have the best plan on the table - static IP, TRUE unlimited downloads and a 256k/128k bandwidth but this will only commence next month. All this for $49.95, but if you sign up now. If you can wait for a month, that would be the best way. We still do not know how Ivan the Terrible X-( (read Telecom) would consider a change as a "churn" and whether going from Jetstart to another plan would cost you or the ISP (which no doubt will be passed onto the user). If you are really keen to have better bandwidth in the meantime, sign up with Woosh and cancel within a month - money back guarantee. If you do not live in the Big Smoke, patience may be a virtue... Cheers (he says trying to drown out the sorrows :_| |
aronking (2294) | ||
| 262229 | 2004-08-16 19:39:00 | > Looking at the photo of a filter on the DSE website, > it's a plug & socket type thing . So I'd chop the plug > end off? > Can I use those plastic connector blocks (don't know > their proper name sorry) to make the necessary > connections? And the filter has two sockets, of which > I'd only need one - the line to the junction box > where the alarm is wired in? And I'd need to fit a > plug to this wire? Better to buy a socket and wire the cable into that for the main line-input, though during a recent complete rewire of my internal telecoms network I had a system full of connector blocks for quite a while and nothing went wrong . If using a connector block at the input, just make sure that both sets of wires are under both screws . I usually make them double the required length, twist them together then fold double to give more copper under the screws . The other side of the filter is self explanatory of course, and you are right, you only need to use the "phone" socket to feed the rest of the house . However, unless you feel competent to take the filter apart to get to the wiring on the output socket to use a connector block, you may need to do a proper wiring job and fit a plug . It is all a bit of a fiddle but it saves a lot of money . Alternatively you can find an old phone cord with a plug on it and cut off 15-20 cm to use with a connector block but the wire will be very thin and fiddly to bare and join . You will have to identify the correct wires from the plug as well . I think it is the two middle wires but somebody will correct me if I am wrong . You connect to 2 & 5 on the outlet plate . Polarity (wire colours) is not important, but if running CAT5 make sure you use a colour coded pair, not just two wires at random . Per my previous advice on this topic, use CAT5E for the run to your new outlet and make sure it is a two wire plate, not an old three-wire . The two wire version usually has a large 2 embossed on the bottom right corner but your mileage may vary, depending on the maker/source . Don't use a telephone extension lead, they do not use twisted pairs and are interference-prone . To wire the outlet socket you will need a punch-down tool, but DSE have a good one at quite an economic price (Cat T3634, $19 . 90) . Stay clear of the flimsy cheapies . Crimping tools for plugs are the same price (T2591 or F9025, I'm not sure which as I have never needed one) . You will save around $175 doing it yourself . Cheers Billy 8-{) |
Billy T (70) | ||
| 262230 | 2004-08-16 22:35:00 | Superb, crystal clear - thank you! | CarlH (3009) | ||
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