Bunster Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 I've just installed a new Mk4 Openreach Master Socket onto our phone line. I connected BT's line and the auto-dialler's cable directly together at the Master Socket's terminals. Is this correct? The reason I ask is that after installing the new Master Socket, I did a test activation of the alarm to check that ADT was receiving the signal ok. ADT confirmed that they received it ok, but when I then did an internet speed test, the speed was almost zero! I used BT's automatic fault-finding system and after it 'Refreshed' my BT Hub, normal internet speed was resumed. It seems that the auto-dialler somehow upset our internet connection, so is there a better way to connect it? Thanks! Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixwheeledbeast Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 No. PSTN stuff needs to be filtered and the modem/router would be the only device unfiltered. Assuming this is a xDSL connection. You should also beware Openreach don't like you messing with their equipment and will charge if they find an issue with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al-yeti Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 1 hour ago, Bunster said: I've just installed a new Mk4 Openreach Master Socket onto our phone line. I connected BT's line and the auto-dialler's cable directly together at the Master Socket's terminals. Is this correct? The reason I ask is that after installing the new Master Socket, I did a test activation of the alarm to check that ADT was receiving the signal ok. ADT confirmed that they received it ok, but when I then did an internet speed test, the speed was almost zero! I used BT's automatic fault-finding system and after it 'Refreshed' my BT Hub, normal internet speed was resumed. It seems that the auto-dialler somehow upset our internet connection, so is there a better way to connect it? Thanks! Tim As swb says put the filter on and put the dialler on the extension side terminals This will all work until you switch to full fibre and the dialler becomes useless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunster Posted April 20, 2022 Author Share Posted April 20, 2022 Thanks SWB - point taken! Al-yeti: Not sure what you mean by "extension side terminals" Attached picture of the unit. Presently, BT line and alarm dialler going to the internal terminals. Phone and router plugged into the front. Where exactly should the alarm dialler wires go? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al-yeti Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 13 minutes ago, Bunster said: Thanks SWB - point taken! Al-yeti: Not sure what you mean by "extension side terminals" Attached picture of the unit. Presently, BT line and alarm dialler going to the internal terminals. Phone and router plugged into the front. Where exactly should the alarm dialler wires go? Thanks! I thought this socket had four terminals Two on the main incoming where line is where you said you put it, other terminals are normally behind first cover and don't work unless the cover is put back on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunster Posted April 20, 2022 Author Share Posted April 20, 2022 You are right! Three terminals marked 5 3 2. So which ones should I connect the two auto-dialler wires to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james.wilson Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 2 and 5, 3 is ring Quote securitywarehouse Security Supplies from Security Warehouse Trade Members please contact us for your TSI vetted trade discount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunster Posted April 20, 2022 Author Share Posted April 20, 2022 Got it. Many thanks to all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJames Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 9 hours ago, Bunster said: Many thanks to all! But I didnt help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunster Posted April 21, 2022 Author Share Posted April 21, 2022 11 hours ago, PeterJames said: But I didnt help? Yes you did, Peter. I was including you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al-yeti Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 18 hours ago, PeterJames said: But I didnt help? Billy no mates? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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