Q :? Is a line of Vonage VOIP DIRECTV satisfy the requirement for a land line
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A: Unfortunately, there are no hard and fast answer to this question. Depending on the specific equipment you have DIRECTV, Vonage VoIP will probably answer the landline requirement. The basic DIRECTV receivers are compatible with the VoIP service, and TiVos and new HD receivers should be able to cope, but older equipment may have difficulty managing VoIP. cable equipment such as a fax, use the telephone line to call to exchange data to provide a number of services, including Pay Per View and on-screen caller ID. Even with VoIP compatible device, may need to be modified to help cable system wheel through the VoIP settings service. Some DIRECTV equipment can use an Ethernet connection instead of a phone line, which can simplify the connection for users with a VoIP service.
Generally, Vonage can tell you if your specific device will work with their service, or you can try searching using their extensive forums for your device. Vonage highly recommends connecting DIRECTV your device to the Internet via an Ethernet cable instead of the phone line. Vonage help site provides information about the compatibility of different VoIP phone adapters and DIRECTV equipment and recommendations for connecting a TiVo. DIRECTV help forums also have information on working with VoIP and specific DIRECTV equipment.
If you have not yet signed with DIRECTV or Vonage, be sure to tell the companies you plan to use Vonage VoIP for your home telephone service and DIRECTV television so that they can help you select a compatible device. It may be easier to choose a receiver that can connect via Ethernet instead of a phone line. Vonage has set up an 800 number for exclusive NextAdvisor.com readers with questions or selling needs, so try to call them at 1-800-910-8108 to confirm how DIRECTV will work with their service.
Thinking about switching to VoIP? Visit our FAQ for all bases, or the previous blog posts to get answers to more specific questions.