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Terayon TJ 700 Series DOCSIS Cable Modem Installation Guide

Q. Can I down load new modem software drivers or do something to optimize 

the modem configuration in order to improve my performance?

A. No, modem configuration and downloading of software drivers can only take 

place over the cable TV cable and are provided by the cable operator.

But, improving the performance of your cable modem does not give the cable 
operators access to your computer so your personal privacy and security are 
not affected.

Q. If I don’t subscribe to cable TV, can I still get a cable modem Internet con-

nection?

A. Yes, but this is a question for your cable service provider or Broadband Ser-

vice Provider (BSP) and depends on their policies.

Q. The product specifications define varying data rates, why don’t I see those?

A. The cable operator has the flexibility to set different performance levels to dif-

ferentiate between different types of subscribers. In general, individual resi-
dential subscribers will not be allocated the entire channel bandwidth.

Q. Can I watch TV and surf the Internet at the same time?

A. Yes, neither television or data signals are affected by simultaneous use.

Summary of Contents for DOCSIS TJ 700 Series

Page 1: ...8500229 Rev A Terayon DOCSIS Modem Installation Guide Model TJ 700 Series Modem Power Cable PC Data Test 4988 Great America Parkway Santa Clara CA 95054 www terayon com ...

Page 2: ...nstallation Overview 3 Connecting the Modem 4 Modem Connectors 5 Connecting the CATV Coaxial Cable to the Modem 6 Connecting the Power Adapter to the Modem 8 Connecting the Modem to your PC 9 Starting the Modem 14 Reading Your Modem Lights 15 Wall Mounting 16 FAQs 17 Troubleshooting 19 Technical Support and General Inquires 21 Warranty 22 ...

Page 3: ...ce Specification DOCSIS Cable Modem You have probably heard of online help Well think of this installation guide as onside help For best results read each pro cedure beforehand reviewing each procedure may answer some questions that could come up during the installation process So let s get started Package Contents Please take a moment to unpack your modem and familiarize yourself with the all cab...

Page 4: ...LE CAUTIO N RIS K OF EL EC TR IC SH OC K DR YL OC AT IO N US E ON LY POWER ADAPTER NOTE The appropriate Power Adapter is included with your modem SW ITC HING AC AD AP TER T e r a y o n A C A d a p t o r Power Cable PC Data Test TJ 715 CD ROM WITH USB Drivers Installation Guide Quick Install Guide Adobe Acrobat Reader TJ 700 SERIES DOCSIS MODEM ...

Page 5: ...Connecting the CATV Coaxial Cable to the Modem Connecting the Power Adaptor to the Modem Connecting the Modem to your Computer Starting the Modem What You Will Need The following is a list of items you will need to install your new Terayon cable modem This installation guide Your computer user manual The cable modem Hardware Software IBM PC or Compatible Apple Macintosh CPU Pentium class microproc...

Page 6: ...splitter divides the incoming signal from the cable company into two signals one for the household TVs and one for the cable modem No TV sets are allowed on the cable that connects to the cable modem Figure 2 illustrates a typical cable modem installation Figure 2 Typical Cable Modem Installation 5 6 0 0 M H z S P L IT T E R IN O U T O U T NEW INSTALLATION CABLE SPLITTER PC TOWER VCR TV TV CATV CO...

Page 7: ...gure 3 An explanation of each connector follows the illustration Figure 3 Modem Connectors 1 RF Cable Connector Connects the modem to the incoming signal from the cable company via a cable splitter 2 DC Power Input jack Connects the modem to the Modem Power Adaptor 3 USB Serial Port Connects the modem to the USB port on your computer 4 RJ 45 Ethernet Port Connects the modem to the Ethernet port on...

Page 8: ...ay be connected to a TV Converter Box or a VCR It may be connected to a wall mounted outlet It may be coming out from under a baseboard or some other location 2 When you locate the CATV coaxial cable disconnect it from the TV Con verter Box or VCR You may need to use a wrench to disconnect the cable 3 Locate the cable splitter then using Figure 2 and Figure 4 as guides connect the CATV coax cable ...

Page 9: ...x or VCR 6 Again using Figure 2 and Figure 4 as guides connect one end of coax Cable A Data to the remaining OUT connector on the cable splitter Tighten the connection with a 7 16 inch wrench 7 Remove your new cable modem from its box and place it near your computer 8 Connect the remaining end of coax Cable A Data to the RF connector on the modem as shown in Figure 5 Tighten the connection with a ...

Page 10: ...ure 6 Power Adapters To connect the Power Adapter to the modem do the following 1 Remove the modem Power Adapter from the modem cable box 2 Using Figure 7 as a guide insert the Power Adaptor output connector into the DC Power input jack on the back of the modem Figure 7 Connecting the Power Adaptor to the Modem IMPORTANT Do not connect the adaptor to an AC outlet at this time CAUTIO N RI SK OF EL ...

Page 11: ...ser manual or look at the back of your PC to see what kind of network inter face your PC is equipped with IMPORTANT If you do not have a network interface installed in your computer you will need to purchase one from a retailer or your local cable company and install it according to manufacturer instructions 2 If your PC is equipped with a 10 Base T Ethernet card proceed to Connect ing the 10 Base...

Page 12: ...dentify the cable 2 Using Figure 8 as a guide connect one end of the 10 Base T Ethernet cable to the RJ 45 Ethernet port on the back of the modem Figure 8 Connecting the Ethernet Cable to the Modem 3 Connect the remaining end of the 10 Base T Ethernet cable into the RJ 45 Ethernet port on the Ethernet Interface Card as shown in Figure 9 4 Proceed to Starting the Modem on page 14 RJ 45 ETHERNET POR...

Page 13: ...e 11 Figure 9 Ethernet Cable to Ethernet Card Connection NOTE Your computer may be a desktop model or a tower model and may look different than the illustration shown in Figure 9 ETHERNET PORT PC TOWER REAR VIEW ETHERNET INTERFACE CARD ETHERNET CABLE FROM MODEM ETHERNET PORT NOTE ...

Page 14: ...le follow these steps 1 Retrieve the USB cable from the box the modem came in Use Figure 1 on page 2 to identify the cable Notice that the USB cable has two types of connectors an A type and a B type Figure 10 identifies the connector types Figure 10 USB Cable Connectors 2 Using Figure 11 as a guide insert the USB cable B connector into the USB Serial port on the back of the TJ 700 Series modem Fi...

Page 15: ...rt on the back of your computer as shown in Figure 12 NOTE Your computer may be a desktop model or a tower model and may look different than the illustration shown in Figure 12 Figure 12 USB Cable to Computer USB Port Connection 4 Proceed to Starting the Modem on page 14 USB PORT A CONNECTOR USB CABLE FROM TJ 700 SERIES MODEM PC TOWER REAR VIEW NOTE ...

Page 16: ...cable modem channel from your cable company server IMPORTANT When you power up the Terayon DOCSIS cable modem for the first time it can take up to 10 min utes for the modem to complete its boot up and scanning sequence Do not turn modem power off during the boot up and scanning sequence unless your cable operator instructs you to do so 2 Verify the Cable and PC LED indicators on the modem front pa...

Page 17: ...esent and ranging in process Flashing fast when registration is in process or if flashing fast continuously network access has been disabled by your cable company Solid for modem registration complete and ready to transfer data PC Green Dark when no carrier is present to or from PC or power is Off Solid when carrier is present to or from PC Data Green Dark when no data is passing through modem or ...

Page 18: ...station desk Figure 13 shows mounting options Figure 14 illustrates how to mount the modem Figure 13 Mounting Options Figure 14 Modem Mounting Diagram Power Cable PC Data Test TJ715 Power Cable PC Data Test TJ715 OPTION 1 WALL MOUNTING OPTION 2 DESK MOUNTING OPTION 3 PC TOWER ENCLOSURE MOUNTING SURFACE 5 inches 12 7 cm TJ 700 SERIES MODEM NOTE Leave screw head protruding 1 4 inch from mounting sur...

Page 19: ...m to a hub or switch There are two ways to successfully complete a physical connection 1 Buy a cross over cable and connect the port labeled 10Base T on the Ter ayon cable modem to one of the ports on the hub or switch 2 Many newer hubs and switches have an uplink port specifically designed for cascading Connect this uplink port to your Terayon cable modem and it should work without a cross over c...

Page 20: ...nd security are not affected Q If I don t subscribe to cable TV can I still get a cable modem Internet con nection A Yes but this is a question for your cable service provider or Broadband Ser vice Provider BSP and depends on their policies Q The product specifications define varying data rates why don t I see those A The cable operator has the flexibility to set different performance levels to di...

Page 21: ... solid color If the Cable and PC indicator lights LEDs are solid green not blinking your cable modem is operating properly Try shutting down and powering off your computer and then turning it back on This will cause your computer to re estab lish communications with your cable company server 1 If you are using the cable line splitter try bypassing the splitter by discon necting it and running a si...

Page 22: ...ssible Solution You may be using the wrong power supply Check that the power supply you are using is the one that came with your cable modem If you cannot connect to the Internet at all use this checklist to help identify possible problems Make sure your computer and monitor are turned on Make sure all power plugs are completely inserted into their sockets Your computer and cable modem should be p...

Page 23: ...s service and support in the following ways E mail Support terajet support terayon com Find Terayon Support on the Terayon Web Site Visit our web site at http www terayon com Talk to a Technical Support Agent To speak directly with a support agent who specialized in Terayon DOCSIS cable modem information call this toll free number 1 888 859 3242 Hours of opera tion are Monday through Friday 8 00AM...

Page 24: ...r accident or d used in ultra hazardous activities DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED IN THIS WAR RANTY ALL EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS REPRESENTA TIONS AND WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTIC ULAR PURPOSE NONINFRINGEMENT OR ARISING FROM A COURSE OF DEALING USAGE OR TRADE PRACTICE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED...

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