Q. How Does the PhoneBridge Work?

A. PhoneBridge is a high quality audio device that connects between your computer's sound card and a telephone. When you pick up the phone, it becomes your computer's audio device.

Q. Can I Place Free Long Distance Calls Over The Internet Using The PhoneBridge?

A. You can place free PC-to-PC calls anywhere in the world, using services such as AIM Talk (ALO Instant Messenger) MSN Mesenger, Netmeeting, Yahoo Messenger and others. If you want to make PC-to-Phone calls, they are not free, but generally cost much less than traditional long distance calls. For a list of VOIP service providers, see Services.

Q. Is The Phonebridge Simple To Attach?

A. Yes! There are no computer modifications required and no software to install. Simply plug the PhoneBridge's cords into the sound card, and plug your speakers and mic into PhoneBridge. Plug your phone line into the PhoneBridge and start making free long distance calls over the Internet. Plug and play doesn't get any easier than this.

Q. Can I receive calls on Phonebridge?

A. Yes. Using any of the many PC-toPC VOIP services, your computer will "ring" and display a message on the screen, letting you know that someone is calling. You answer by clicking "accept" on the screen.

Q. Can I dial from the telephone?

A. No, you still dial from the computer keyboard or screen. Phonebridge passes the phone's DTMF tones to the computer, but none of the VOIP services recognize the tones.

Q. Does The Phonebridge Improve Sound Quality?

A. Yes! The PhoneBridge provides superior echo cancellation and high quality voice clarity.

Q. Is there anything to configure or adjust?

A. All you have to do is adjust the speaker and microphone volume levels (using Windows Volume Controls or the controls on your VOIP provider's screen interface) for best audio. Once adjusted, you can leave the volume levels alone.

Q.Am I Correct In Assuming That I Need A Full Duplex Sound Card?

A. Yes! Most computers have a full duplex sound card.

Q.Does The Phonebridge Work With My Laptop?

A.Yes! Simply plug your PhoneBridge into your laptop mic and speaker jacks. No computer modifications are required.

Q. Does The Phonebridge Work With My Mac?

A. Yes! You only need a a computer with sound capability and external jacks for speaker and microphone.

Q. Does The Phonebridge Work With Cable or DSL?

A. Yes! The Phonebridge works with dial up, Cable, DSL or wireless internet service.

Q. Is The Phonebridge Compatible With All Standard Analog Phones?

A. Yes! Your PhoneBridge works with corded, cordless, rotary, touch-tone and speakerphones. When you select a cordless phone with attached headset, you can go cordless and hands free.

Q. Can I Use The Same Phone With The Phonebridge And For Regular Calls?

A. Yes! Simply unplug the phone cord from the PhoneBridge and plug it back into the wall jack.

Q. Can I Still Use My Speakers And Microphone With The Phonebridge?

A. Yes! Simply plug your speakers and microphone in the jacks on the PhoneBridge. When the phone is in use your speakers and microphone are automatically muted. When you hang up the phone, your microphone and speakers work normally.

Q. Are All The Sound Drivers Installed?

A. Yes! PhoneBridge uses standard Windows sound drivers.

Q. Is The Phonebridge Compatible With All Voice Over Internet Providers (VOIP's)

A. Yes! Click here for a current list of VOIP's and start enjoying placing free long distance calls over the Internet.

Additional support is available via email at support@phonebridge.com