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    Hello,
    Just installed NBN Optus with F@st 5366 TN modem. Does anyone know how to connect more than 1 hard wired handset point in the residence? I have heard VDSL splitter can be used at Modem phone port. Any suggestions please .
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    In most cases, the phone out connector on the modem connects to the premises phone cabling, which has been isolated from the connection socket the modem is connected to.

    Ie: The modem must be a stand-alone first connection to the incoming line (assuming you are connected on copper, not fibre). If you have more phone sockets in the premises, they are then connected to the phone output connector of the modem.

    Your phone cabling may require re-configuration.

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    handsets need to be wired on a separate circuit to modem input.

    line in should go directly to dsl port on modem with nothing else wired to it, not even unused sockets.

    any handsets need to be on a completely separate circuit wired to phone port on modem

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    Thanks for info

    We have NBN FTTC. Copper from curb to NBN box input in house. NBN box output is connected to Optus F@st 5366 TN modem. Modem (LAN) outputs connected to laptop and smart TV. (all fine). Modem phone output connected to single landline phone.(all fine)
    Can I connect more landline phones in parallel with this phone port or do I need a splitter?
    Thanks again.

    John

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    Yes, you can connect more landline phones in parallel with the phone port on the modem.

    It does not require a splitter.

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    fttc, bah......

    all we get is crappy fttn....

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    Quote Originally Posted by hoe View Post
    fttc, bah......

    all we get is crappy fttn....
    What are you complaining about? All I get it Fibre to the transmitter ( I presume that the satellite base station is connected via fibre).
    I'm out of my mind, but feel free to leave a message...

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    Quote Originally Posted by lsemmens View Post
    What are you complaining about? All I get it Fibre to the transmitter ( I presume that the satellite base station is connected via fibre).
    LOL, I am sitting less than a meter away from my own personal fibre in the comfort of my man cave home office thanks to a future thinking political party many years ago.
    Just waiting for the interface to plug it straight to my brain

    I am currently still using my ancient VOIP gateway with multiple PSTN outputs so I can freely connect any telephones and FAX (yes it is still a trusted medium by financial institutions and courts worldwide).
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    i just got a quote for fttp upgrade, 23k......

    my 2 headed bogan mates in Launceston all got it for free.......

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    Quote Originally Posted by hoe View Post
    i just got a quote for fttp upgrade, 23k......

    my 2 headed bogan mates in Launceston all got it for free.......
    There is hope on the horizon
    There is a fine line between "Hobby" and "Madness"

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    Quote Originally Posted by mtv View Post
    Yes, you can connect more landline phones in parallel with the phone port on the modem.

    It does not require a splitter.
    The easiest solution is just to get a cordless phone system with as many handsets as you need. It will probably cost you far less than having to get someone to come in and sort out your hard wired handsets.

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    Guys, the thread is about phone connection, not NBN speeds.

    Please keep to the topic.

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