MaxTech V.42bis, V.32bis user manual Unpacking Your Modem, Hardware Installation

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Section One - Introduction

The 14.4 Kbps Series FAX/Voice/Data Modem con- nect your computer to all popular high speed modems available today. This manual describes the hardware instal- lation procedures for your new modem product. Additional information on AT commands and S-registers are provided so that your system can be customized for a particular operating environment.

Section Two - Installation

This section will provide step by step instructions on how to install your new 14.4 Kbps FAX/Voice/Data modem. Installation of this modem product is a two-step process consisting of actual hardware installation and communica- tion software installation and configuration.

2.1 Unpacking Your Modem

Before you begin your installation, be certain that you have all the items listed below. This package contains:

• A modem

• A telephone cable

• User's manual

• Software for the modem

Software user's manual

2.2Hardware Installation

Installation of this modem requires opening and ma- nipulating your PC. Exercise caution at all times when working with AC powered and static-sensitive equipment. Turn off and unplug your PC before installation. Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching any metal surface.

1.Turn off and unplug your computer from the AC outlet.

2.Determine how many serial ports are built into your com- puter (examine the back of your computer). Refer to Figure 2-1 to identify common serial ports.

Figure 2-1 Common Serial Ports

male connector

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Contents Contents Hardware Installation Unpacking Your ModemSoftware Installation/Configuration Fasten the retaining bracketPage COM Port and Interrupt Settings Devices in your computer cannot share an IRQ withTesting Your Modem After Installation Using Your ModemCommand Structure Where To Go From HereExecuting Commands Basic AT Commands Extended AT Commands Force DSR Signal High on Mode after DTR toggleGuard tone disabled Enable Trellis Coding @Enable Auto Fall Forward/Back 22bis auto-retrain disabled22bis auto-retrain enabled Disable Auto Fall Forward/BackFax Class 1 Commands Voice Mode Commands S Registers Function Range/units Default Basic Response Codes Modem dials but does not connect Modem does not respond to commandsModem does not dial Modem exhibits poor voice record or playback Modem makes a connection but no data appears on your screenHigh pitch tone is heard whenever you answer the phone FCC Compliance UartFCC Class B Statement DOC Compliance InformationDisclaimer, Copyright, And Other Notices Section One Introduction Software Installation/Configuration COM Port and Interrupt Settings Switch Block SW-1 Location Switch Block Settings Testing Your Modem After Installation Originate calls in answer mode Bold text Command Function Manually answer incoming callCcitt mode With AT or follow with EnterCommands are not echoed Toggle Resets modem after DTR toggleRecall factory default configuration Hz guard toneMNP/V.42/V.42bis Commands \A3\Q3 Switch to reliable link from normal link Register Function Range/units Default S RegistersSection Five Result Codes Section Six Troubleshooting Modem does not dial Power 75 W Section Eight Support and Service DOC Compliance Information Disclaimer, Copyright, And Other Notices