RECEIVING FAXES AND OTHER CALLS - CHAPTER 7

Automatic Fax Only Reception (FAX Mode)

You can automatically receive all your faxes in Automatic Fax Reception mode (FAX light is ON). Select this mode by pressing Mode.

Manual Reception (MANUAL Mode)

When you set the Answer Mode to manual, you must answer each incoming call yourself. Here is what you should do when using MANUAL Mode:

If You Get a...

Then You Should...

1.

Phone call

Talk as you normally would.

2.

Phone call and request

Press Start when finished talking, and replace the handset.

 

to send a fax

Note: Sender must also press Start.

3.

Fax tone...

Press Start, and replace the handset.

 

 

 

Fax Detect

When you use this feature, you don’t have to press Start, but need to wait for several seconds quietly, when you answer a fax call. Just replace the handset after your fax machine begins to receive the fax. Selecting “ON” allows the machine to receive fax calls automatically, even if you lift the handset of an extension. Selecting “SEMI” lets the fax machine receive the call only if you’ve answered it at the fax machine. Selecting “OFF” means you’ll have to activate the fax machine yourself by pressing Start or entering the remote activation code from an extension phone.

KEYS TO PRESS

 

THE DISPLAY WILL SHOW:

1.Press Menu.

2.Press 7.

3.Press 6.

4.Press Z (left arrow) or X (right arrow) to choose ON, SEMI or OFF. Example: SEMI.

09/12 15:25 FAX

1.TEMP.SETTINGS

7.SETUP SYSTEM

6.FAX DETECT

FAX DETECT:ON

SELECT { } & SET

FAX DETECT:SEMI

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Brother FAX-1030Plus, Fax-1020Plus Automatic Fax Only Reception FAX Mode, Manual Reception Manual Mode, Fax Detect

FAX-1030Plus, Fax-1020Plus specifications

The Brother Fax-1020Plus and FAX-1030Plus are reliable and efficient fax machines designed to meet the needs of small to medium-sized businesses. Both models showcase a blend of advanced technology and user-friendly features, making them ideal solutions for effective communication.

Starting with the Brother Fax-1020Plus, this model is prized for its compact design and ease of use. It features a 14.4 Kbps modem, enabling relatively fast fax transmission and reception, ensuring that important documents can be sent and received quickly. The FAX-1020Plus is equipped with a 40-page automatic document feeder (ADF), allowing users to send larger documents with ease. Additionally, it offers a built-in phone line compatibility, enabling it to function as a regular telephone in addition to its fax capabilities.

The network connectivity options are limited on the Fax-1020Plus, as it primarily connects via a standard telephone line, which is typical for traditional fax machines. An added benefit is its ability to store up to 200 pages in memory, ensuring that users can send and receive faxes even when the machine is busy or out of paper.

Meanwhile, the Brother Fax-1030Plus builds upon the foundation of its predecessor, offering enhanced features to improve functionality. This model also features a 14.4 Kbps modem but includes the added benefit of a 50-page ADF, allowing for the handling of larger documents more efficiently. The FAX-1030Plus boasts an impressive 2,000-page memory capacity, making it suitable for more demanding environments where high-volume faxing is common.

Both models feature a variety of helpful functions, including delayed sending, which allows for the scheduling of faxes to be sent at a later time, and a telephone directory with up to 100 speed dial entries for quick access. The clarity of the printed documents is enhanced by Brother’s thermal transfer printing technology, ensuring that text and images are transmitted clearly.

In summary, the Brother Fax-1020Plus and FAX-1030Plus stand out for their reliable performance, user-friendly features, and efficient design. These machines are ideal for businesses seeking dependable fax solutions, blending essential faxing capabilities with modern technologies. Their advanced memory options, document handling features, and ease of use make them valuable tools in any office setting, streamlined for today’s fast-paced business environment.