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A DSL filter is used to shield telephones, fax machines, etc, from "digital noise" and / or unwanted interference from other devices. They are recommended for use with most landline phones and similar devices.

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I get a lot a static on my phone. Land line what can I do

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What is a good filter for dsl?

The Excelsus DSL MicroFilter Excelsus DSL filter Z-200SM is recommended as a good filter for single-line phones. This model plugs into any standard phone jack and blocks interference between voice and DSL/HPN.


How can you plug in a phone cord into a dsl jack?

to do that you will need the DSL filter first. The phone cord needs to plug into one end of the filter box, while a cable goes from the filter box to the DSL port in the wall.


Which type of device on a dsl connection requires a filter?

Generally, it is the telephone that needs a DSL filter. Otherwise, static and high frequency noises from the DSL connection will enter into the voice channel and make the telephone harder to hear.


Why does your DSL dissconnect when the phone rings?

You are probably missing a DSL Line Filter on one or more phones.


How do you resolve interference with magicJack DSL and vtech dect6.0?

Try to install the DSL filter coming out of your phone.


With DSL a telephone filter must be installed on every phone jack in the house that is being used by a telephone fax machine or dial-up modem?

Yes, usually all of them. DSL is sent on another frequency then a voice call so the filter just filters the DSL frequency out so you can hear the other person, other wise it sounds like a lot of static.


What device on a dsl connection requires a filter?

Copper telephone wires


Will the fax machine send and receive if its phone cord is plugged into the filter supplied with DSL service?

It should be fine. The DSL filter affects different frequencies of sound than the fax machine uses.


How do I install a telephone filter when I order DSL?

You install a splitter and filter at the phone line nearest the dsl router.Then you check to make sure it's working.If it is you proceed to install filters at all the other phones.


Comcast cable for both internet and phone do you need a DSL ADSL Filter?

no


With DSL a telephone filter must be installed on every phone jack in the house that is being used by a telephone fax machine or dial up modem?

True


With dsl a telephone filter must be installed on every phone jack in the house?

True