External Bell

[bobbywires]

Can i hook up an external bell to an analog phone? When i hook up both together it does not work. But, when i hook them up seperately they work. Any info would be appreciated.

 

[SYQUEST]

What are the models/types of the phone and ringer you are trying to use? Please post more info.

....JIM....

 

[2BAvoice]

If either works plugged into the same port, and the distance from the phone system is not excessive, then you must have a wiring problem. If you are using a splitter like comes with an answering machine, try plugging directly into the port on the expansion module. Suspect wiring issue.

 

[SYQUEST]

There is the possiblity the ringer has a defective capacitor. A defective capacitor could cause this condition along with questionable wiring mentioned by 2BAvoice.

....JIM....

 

[1043]

Is it possible to use a second analog port for the bell? You would then program a cover button for the phone extension onto the bell extension??

 

[merlinman]

I like 1043's answer BECAUSE most of the T&R Ports are not really up to snuff as far as RINGING VOLTAGE & AMPS (Ringer Equivalency)

The RE of the older 012 T&R cards was weak at best.

Thus the question, exactly what kind of module are you connecting these to?