Filter Installation
- Unplug your existing phone cable from the wall jack.
- Plug a dual-port filter into the wall jack.
- Plug the existing phone cable, which is connected to your telephone or other device, into the filter port labeled Phone.
- Plug the data cable from your modem or gateway into the filter port labeled DSL/HPNA.
- Unplug your existing phone cable from the wall jack.
- Plug a dual-port filter into the wall jack.
- Plug the existing phone cable, which is connected to your telephone or other device, into the filter port labeled Phone.
- Plug the data cable from your modem or gateway into the filter port labeled DSL/HPNA.
How do I install a DSL filter?
Installing a DSL filter is a simple and straightforward process when setting up your internet. There are two kinds of filters to choose from. A single-port filter connects a single device, such as a phone or fax machine, to a wall jack. Unplug your existing phone cable from the wall jack.
How do I install a phone line filter?
To install one, plug the filter into a wall jack, and then plug a phone cord or other device into the other end. If you only have one wall jack for the phone and the modem you can use the dual port filter provided to you with your modem. Make sure to plug the filter into the wall jack and the modem and phone into the filter.
Do I need a filter for my DSL line?
When you have Internet and telephone service provided on the same line, you need to use filters. DSL filters separate the incoming signal, so you can be online and still use your phone, DVR and other devices.
How do I install a DSL/HPNA filter on my phone?
Plug the data cable from your modem or gateway into the filter port labeled DSL/HPNA. If you have a phone that is mounted to the wall, you’ll need to use wall-mount filters.
Do DSL filters affect Internet speed?
DSL filters are analog low-pass filters that reduce the interference you experience when trying to use the same phone line as a provider for both your phone and the internet. Using a filter will increase your speed and improve your connections.
When would you use a DSL filter?
Since DSL comes into your home or business via phone line, there are other signals traveling on the same line as your Internet connection — such as phone calls and faxes. These signals can cause interference and slow down your Internet speed. To keep those signals separate and interference-free, use DSL filters.
Why do I need a DSL filter on my phone line?
If you subscribe to DSL internet service using your telephone line, DSL filters must be plugged into EVERY phone jack that has a phone connected to it. The DSL signal can cause static, noise, squealing (similar to fax tones), caller ID disruption and other issues on your line.
Is a DSL filter the same as a splitter?
A DSL splitter, like a DSL filter, is a device used to prevent interference problems. It filters the low frequencies of the telephone line from the high-frequency ADSL line.
How long does ADSL filter last?
You should change your DSL filter every 3 months or 3000 packets, whichever comes first. All those bad electrons can gunk up your filter and not let any of the good electrons through, reducing the fuel efficiency of your modem.
What is the difference between DSL and ADSL filter?
ADSL allows you to download data faster than upload and hence it is called 'asymmetric. Generally, while using the internet, you are likely to download more information than uploading. DSL connection works by utilizing the unused wires in your telephone network to transmit signals.
What happens if you don't use ADSL filter?
Without microfilters you may get problems with your BT Broadband or hear noise on your phone line. You must use a microfilter for every phone socket in your home with any phone or broadband equipment plugged in (including your Hub, phones, answer machines, digital TV boxes, and alarm systems).
Do you need filters on all phone lines?
You'll need a filter if you have a single or standard phone socket. You should use the filters that came with your router. If you have a double or pre-filtered socket, your phone line is already split between phone and broadband, so won't need a filter.
What is a 2 wire DSL filter used for?
2Wire 2-line in-line DSL filter with modem giveback port eliminates all the interference between your DSL line and analog telephone lines, resulting in clear lines for all your analog devices. This filter works with any 2-line phone device.
Do you need ADSL filter for VoIP?
No, you do not need to use DSL line filters on phones attached to VoIP equipment. These should be used only to phones connected to your landline connection (which you don't have with naked DSL).
Are all DSL filters the same?
It may use different technology. If they are exactly the same, no noise will be produced. If they are different, it may not filter out all of the background noise that is present on the line due to both signals being sent over the same wires.
What happens if you don't have a filter?
When devices aren’t connected to a filter, or filters are installed incorrectly, you can experience: 1 Static or a hissing sound on your telephone line 2 Slow Internet speeds 3 Intermittent connection to the Internet 4 No connection to the Internet
How many filters does Blackfoot have?
You should have received 2 filters from Blackfoot along with your modem – one that is single port and one that is dual port. Filters are plugged in between your jack and your device. To install one, plug the filter into a wall jack, and then plug a phone cord or other device into the other end.