IPFones IP-700m User manual
User’s Manual
IP-700m USB World Phone
“I knew it was over when I downloaded Skype,... a
little program that you can use to talk to anybody
else, and the quality is fantastic, and it’s free – it’s
over. The World will change now inevitably.”,
Michael Powell, Chairman Federal
Communications Commission, explained.
Fortune Magazine, February 16, 2004
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User’s Manual
Warranty
Your IP-700m USB World Phone is the best performing USB phone - made with high quality
components and high standard of quality control in a modern production environment. Your IP-
700mUSBWorld Phone is protected with a 24 month limited warranty policy.
Warranty isvoid if:
The identifying sticker label on the back of the phone is removed or tampered with, or serviced
by a non-authorized party.
The defect is not caused by workmanship or bymanufacturing process.
The phone is not operated as outlined in the user
’
s manual.
A sales receipt or proof of purchase is not available.
Damages are due to natural disaster or other factors such as lightning, over-voltage,
excess
humidity or fire.
Support Services
If you have any questions regarding this product, please contact your authorized reseller or IPFones’
local representatives in the country of purchase.
For software upgrades, global support and information, please visit our website at
http://www.ipfones.com.
© 2004-2005 IPFones Ltd. U.K. and global network of companies. All rights reserved. All
trademarks mentioned herein belong to their respective owners. Skype, SkypeOut, SkypeIn
service are trademark of Skype Technologies S.A. Price, texts and pictures are non-contractual
and may be changed without prior notification and without incurring any obligation or liability to
IPFones.
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Contents
1INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................................................1
2PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...............................................................................................................................2
2.1 PRODUCT FEATURES.......................................................................................................................................2
2.2 BENEFITS........................................................................................................................................................2
2.3 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................3
2.4 SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................................3
3INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................................4
3.1 INSTALLING SKYPE SOFTWARE ......................................................................................................................4
3.2 INSTALLING IPFONES SOFTWARE.................................................................................................................12
3.3 CONNECT YOUR IP-700M TO YOUR PC/NOTEBOOK.....................................................................................16
4USING IP-700M AND SKYPE.........................................................................................................................17
4.1 HOW TO MAKE A CALL ................................................................................................................................17
4.1.1 Calling from IP-700m to IP-700m:......................................................................................................17
4.1.2 Calling from IP-700m to regular/cellular phone.................................................................................17
4.1.3 Speed Dial............................................................................................................................................17
4.2 CHANGING IP-700M SOUND VOLUME ..........................................................................................................18
5APPENDIX A – SKYPEIN AND SKYPEOUT SERVICES..........................................................................19
5.1 SKYPEIN.......................................................................................................................................................19
5.2 SKYPEOUT ...................................................................................................................................................19
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1 Introduction
Thank you for selecting an IPFones product and welcome to the new age of global
communication. Internet phone calls are made simple and free
1
. No more monthly fees or
annual contracts. Through advance Digital Clarity
™
DSP
(Digital Sound Processing)
tuning
technology and the adoption of new VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) operators like
Skype
™
, you can experience FREE unlimited, echo-free, noise-free, and delay-free digital calls
anywhere in the world. The first of its generation, the IP-700m is the perfect communication
tool for today’s mobile lifestyle.
To achieve optimum digital sound quality, the IP-700m integrates the latest technology in echo
cancellation, noise reduction and digital sound processing with onboard Digital Clarity
™
DSP chip.
IPFones and Skype, empowering consumers with three different ways to send/receive calls any
where in the world. Please see the following diagram:
IP-700m to IP-700m Calls: Unlimited calls to anyone, anywhere in the world forever
free. No setup fees, no monthly fees, no deposits, no annual contracts.
IP-700m to Regular/Cellular Phones: Through SkypeOut service, you can call to
any regular or cellular phone throughout the world. These calls are not free but very
inexpensive. Most country rates start around $0.02/minute. Rates are subject to
change. See Appendix A or visit www.skype.com for country rates and additional
details.
Regular/Cellular phones to IP-700m: Through SkypeIn service, people can make
calls to your IP-700m using regular or cellular phones from anywhere. With SkypeIn
service, you would get your own regular phone number from Skype so others can
simply dial that number to talk to you from any phone. The call is free no matter
where you are in the world. This call is also free to the calling party if the call is
originated from the same area code as your regular number. See Appendix A or visit
www.skype.com for additional details.
Additional Services - Skype voicemail: will take messages for you when you are online or
offline. Visit www.skype.com for additional details.
1Forever FREE digital calls when calling from IP-700m to IP-700m phones.
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2 Product Description
Speaker LED Power
Indicator
Send or Dial
IN or Left Arrow, switches
between Skype window’s tabs
from right to left
Up and Down
Scrolling up or down the
contact list or the call list
3 Lines LCD
OUT or Right Arrow, switches
between Skype window’s tabs
from left to right
End or Disconnect
Clear or Delete
Numeric key pad
Microphone
USB wire
2.1 Product Features
•IP-700m is “Skype Certified” and guaranteed to work and 100% compatible Skype software.
•Very user-friendly operation - Simple user interface
•Crystal clear calls with Digital Clarity™ on-board DSP chip
•Fully integrated and compatible with Skype
•Voice sampling at 8 kHz for better sound quality
•Regular phones’ samplings are only 300 Hz to 3 kHz
•Voice mail and multi-party conference calls support
•Caller ID display and multiple ring tones
•Informative 3 line LCD screen
•Activate Skype software with one IP-700m’s key, enable scrolling of contact list, and
send/receive call similar to operating cellular phones.
2.2 Benefits
•Works with leading VoIP operator - over 100 million downloads as of May 2005
•Savings up to 95% off long distance cost
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•Supports FREE chat, VoIP calls, voice mail and multi-party conference calls
•Sound quality, in most cases, is better than what you have ever experienced2
•Calls to any cell/regular phone start around US $.02 per min. throughout the
US/Canada and over 20 countries3
•Fully encrypted and secured for voice calls and instant messaging
•Compatible with over 98% of firewalls and NAT (Network Address Translation)
•Free calls to tens of millions of users worldwide1
•Chat, VoIP calls, voicemail and multi-party conference calls
•Digital Clarity™ crystal clear calls with on-board DSP chip
•Unlimited FREE calls receiving from any phone, anywhere in the world with SkypeIn
service3
•Sound card independent and speakers not required
•Free-up valuable CPU resources from VoIP call processing
•FREE ONLINE 24/7 CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SUPPORT
2.3 System Requirements
•Pentium™ III 400MHz, 128MB RAM or more and 20 MB free disk space
•Microsoft Windows™ 2000, or XP
•1 free USB port
•Internet connection: 33.6 kbs modem or better, DSL, Cable, WiFi, LAN, etc.
2.4 Specifications
Duplex: full duplex with caller ID
Echo Cancellation: yes
Noise Reduction: yes
Sound Quality: Digital ClarityTM with on-board DSP chip
Screen: 3 line LCD screen
USB Compliant: USB 1.1 - UHCI/OHCI 1.1 compliant
Languages: Multi-lingual support
Power Indicator: LED power indicator
Power Consumption: low
Power Source: no external power required
Plug-n-Play: fully plug and play (no drivers required)
Dimension: 1.8” x 4.7” x 0.9” (W x H x D) or 4.5cm x 12cm x 2.3cm
Operating Temperature: 14°F ≈131°F or -10°C ≈55°C
Humidity: 10% - 90% non-condensing
Weight: < 2.7 ounces or 75g
Package Weight: 8.5 ounces or 240g
E911 Compliance: exempt
Available Colors: Ruby Red, Metallic Silver, Titanium Gray
2Digital call quality is best when calling from IP-700m to IP-700m.
3SkypeIn, SkypeOut, and Voicemail are optional services.
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3 Installation
Step 1: Install Skype software, create a Skype User ID, and add names of people you
want to call to your contact list.
Step 2: Install IPFones software.
Step 3: Connect the IP-700m to your computer USB port and start calling family, friends,
and colleagues.
Detail information for each step is described below.
3.1 Installing Skype Software
Load the IPFones CD into your computer CD-ROM drive and wait for the installation program to
be launched (automatically). The following screen will display.
To start the install, select English or French by double click on the red bullet next to the
language. The following screen will display.
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Click on the “INSTALL SKYPE” button to begin the installation of Skype software.
Select English language or your language of choice and click the Next button.
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Read the license agreement, check the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and click
the Next button.
Click the Next button.
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Click the Next button.
Congratulations, you have successfully installed Skype software. Click the Finish button to
configure your Skype installation.
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