¶ Introduction
This configuration guide explains how to configure the Algo 8180 IP Audio Alerter to work with PBXware v8.1
¶ Requirements
¶ Identifying the Device Model
To ensure successful registration, first verify the Algo device model.
The model information is located on the back of the Algo device. This guide applies specifically to the Algo 8180. Configuration steps may differ for other models, so verifying the device model before proceeding is required to ensure correct setup.
¶ Device Firmware
- Ensure your device has the appropriate firmware version: 5.6
- To verify the firmware version, open a web browser and enter the IP address of the Algo device to access the web administration interface. Example:
http://192.168.1.22 - Log in using the default password: algo.
- Navigate to System -> Firmware.
- Under Installed Firmware, the Product Firmware field displays the device model and the currently installed firmware version.
¶ DHCP Server
Fully configured and operational DHCP server.
¶ PBXware Version
PBXware version: 8.1
To check the PBXware version:
- Log in to PBXware
- Navigate to Settings: About.
At the top of the About page, you will see a code block similar to this:
PBXware Edition: Multi-Tenant, Release: 8.1 (387597b7), Running: 18.15.0.-gc-b47edc45, PBXware Proxy v8 (62b7bcd), API: 8, libmemcached version: 1.0.18
The Release field indicates the exact version of your PBXware.
¶ Installation
This section describes how to connect the device to power and the network, and how to restore the device to its factory default settings.
Topics covered:
- Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- Factory Settings
¶ Power over Ethernet (PoE)
The device supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing both power and network connectivity to be provided through a single Ethernet cable.
- Connect an Ethernet cable between the device's Internet port and an available PoE-enabled port on the network switch or router.
- The PoE connection supplies both electrical power and network access to the device.
¶ Find the Device's IP Address
To access the device web interface, first identify the IP address assigned to the Algo 8180.
- Ensure the device is connected to a compliant PoE network switch and has completed the boot process.
- During startup, the blue LED remains illuminated and turns off once initialization is complete.
- After the startup tone is heard, press the IP Addr button located on the back of the device.
- The device will announce its current IP address through the speaker.
- Alternatively, the IP address can be identified using a network scanning utility.
¶ Reset to Factory Settings
This step is not required for new, out-of-the-box devices. However, if the device has been previously configured or used, a factory reset is recommended before proceeding.
To restore the Algo 8180 to factory default settings:
- Disconnect and reconnect the network cable, ensuring the device receives power through the PoE connection.
- Wait for the LED indicator to begin flashing during the startup process.
- Press and hold the IP Addr (Reset) button located on the back of the device.
- Continue holding the button until the front LED begins a double-flash pattern, then release the button.
- When the device emits a confirmation tone through the speaker, the reset process is complete.
- Allow the device to finish rebooting. All settings will be restored to factory defaults.
NOTE: Do not disconnect power or network connectivity while the factory reset process is in progress.
¶ Registering the Device
This section describes how to identify the Algo device model, verify the required prerequisites, and register the device using either manual configuration or auto provisioning.
The following topics are covered:
- Manual Configuration
- Auto Provisioning
¶ Manual Configuration
This section describes how to configure the UAD settings, create a PBXware extension, and manually register the Algo device.
The following topics are covered:
- UAD Settings
- Creating an Extension
- Registering the Device
¶ UAD Settings
1. Log in to the PBXware Web Administration Interface
- Open a new browser window and enter the PBXware IP address to access the administration login screen. Example:
http://192.168.1.10 - Log in using your PBXware e-mail address and password.
2. UAD settings
- Navigate to Settings > UAD.
- Ensure that the Algo 8180 is enabled. To check the UAD status, click the Edit icon corresponding to the Algo device.
- Verify that Status is set to Active, Auto provisioning is set to No, and DHCP is set to Yes.
- Click Save to apply the changes.
¶ Creating an Extension
1. Add Extension
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Navigate to Extensions, then click Add Extension.
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The standard options window will open.
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Select the Algo 8180 device from the UAD dropdown menu.
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In the Location field, select one of the following options:
- Local is for all Extensions registered on the LAN
- Remote is for all Extensions registered from remote networks, WAN, Internet etc.. -
Click the Next step button.
2. Extension Values
Enter values into the required fields:
REQUIRED FIELDS:
- Name
Enter a name for the Extension being created. Example: John Smith
Enter the e-mail address associated with this Extension. This e-mail address will receive all system notification messages. Example: john.smith@bicomsystems.com
- Click the Save button.
¶ Registering the Device
This section describes how to register the Algo 8180 using the Hostname or IP Address method.
¶ Hostname or IP Address
- Open a new browser window and enter the device's IP address in order to access the device's web administration interface login screen. Example:
http://192.168.1.22 - Navigate to Basic Settings > SIP
- Enter the following details into the respective fields.
REQUIRED FIELDS:
- SIP Domain
Enter the PBXware hostname or IP address.
Example for Hostname: voip.bicomsystems.com
Example for IP Address: 192.168.1.10
Note: The Algo 8180 supports multiple SIP extension types, such as Ring/Alert Extension and Base/Page Extension. Enter the PBXware extension credentials in the section you want to configure.
- Ring/Alert Extension or Base/Page Extension
Enter the PBXware extension username. Example: 1003
- Authentication ID
Enter the PBXware extension username. Example: 1003
- Authentication Password
Enter the secret of the extension, as received in the e-mail associated with this extension. Example: _%Z4M3*Ts9y7 A password is generated automatically for each newly created extension.
- Display Name
Enter the extension number or a descriptive name for the extension. Example: John
- Click the Save button.
¶ Auto Provisioning
This section describes how to set UAD settings, create a PBXware Extension, and register the device using DHCP or Static IP address.
The following topics are covered:
- UAD Settings
- Creating an Extension
- Registering the Device
¶ UAD Settings
1. Log in to PBXware's web administration interface
- Open a browser window and enter the PBXware IP address to access the web administration login screen. Example:
http://192.168.1.10 - Log in to PBXware with your e-mail address and password
2. UAD settings
- Navigate to Settings > UAD.
- Ensure that the Algo 8180 device is enabled. To check the UAD status, click the Edit icon corresponding to the Algo device.
- Verify that Status is set to Active, Auto provisioning is set to Yes, and DHCP is set to Yes.
- Click the Save button.
¶ Creating an Extension
1. Add Extension
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Navigate to Extensions, then click Add Extension.
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The standard options window will open.
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Select Algo 8180 from the UAD dropdown menu.
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Select the Location: Local or Remote.
- Local is for all Extensions registered on the LAN
- Remote is for all Extensions registered from remote networks, WAN, Internet etc. -
Click the Next step button.
2. Extension values
Enter values into the required fields:
REQUIRED FIELDS:
- Name
Enter a name for the Extension being created. Example: John Smith
Enter the e-mail address associated with this Extension. This e-mail address will receive all system notification messages. Example: john.smith@bicomsystems.com
- Line Number
The Line Number field specifies the position of the extension within the Algo 8180 configuration. The value entered in this field determines where PBXware will provision the extension on the device. For example, a value of 1 provisions the extension under Ring/Alert Extension, while a value of 2 provisions it under Base/Page Extension.
| Line Number | Assignment |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ring/Alert Extension |
| 2 | Base/Page Extension |
| 3 | Call-to-Cancel Extension |
| 4–13 | Emergency Alerts |
| 14–22 | More Page Extensions |
| 23–31 | More Ring Extensions |
Note: The Line Number field is mandatory for Algo 8180 devices. If a valid line number is not entered, the extension will not be included in the device configuration.
- Auto Provisioning
Set to Yes.
- MAC Address
Enter the MAC address of the Algo device. Example: 001565FF1536
NOTE: The MAC address can be found on the label at the back of the device.
- Click Save.
¶ Registering the Device
This section describes how to register the Algo device using TFTP, HTTP, or HTTPS provisioning.
¶ HTTP or HTTPS
- Open a web browser and enter the IP address of the Algo device. Example:
http://192.168.1.22 - Log in to the device using the administrator credentials. The default password is algo.
- Navigate to Advanced Settings > Provisioning.
- Set Server Method to Static.
- After selecting Static, the Static Server field will become available.
- In the Static Server field, enter the hostname or IP address of the PBXware server. Example:
192.168.1.10 - In the Download Method field, select the provisioning protocol that will be used for auto provisioning. Example: HTTP
- Enter the PBXware Auto Provisioning username and password into the Auth User Name and Auth Password fields.
- In the Config Download Path field, enter prov.
- Click Save.
- Reboot the device to apply the changes.
- Wait for the provisioning process to complete. Note: Do not power off the device during the provisioning process.
- During the reboot process, the device will automatically download its configuration from the PBXware.
- Once the configuration has been downloaded successfully, the device will register with PBXware.
¶ Additional Configuration Template
To include additional configuration for the Algo 8180, add the desired parameters to the User Agent General Auto Provisioning Template under Settings > UAD > Algo 8180, or add them directly to an Extension in the UAD Auto Provisioning Template section.
For more information about adding custom configuration parameters for Algo devices, refer to the Additional configuration page.