Canon MultiPASSTM C50 manual Using an Answering Machine ANS. Machine Mode

Using an Answering Machine: ANS. MACHINE MODE

Connecting an answering machine to the MultiPASS C50 allows you to receive faxes and phone messages while you are out of the of®ce.

In ANS. MACHINE MODE, the MultiPASS C50 allows the answering machine to answer incoming calls, then listens for a fax tone or for four seconds of silence (also an indication that a fax is coming in), and automatically receives the fax if it detects the fax tone or a four-second silence.

For instructions on connecting an answering machine to the MultiPASS C50, see ºConnecting the Optional Handset, a Telephone, or Answering Machineº on page 2-17.

Canon does not recommend using an ºanswering serviceº (like those offered by local telephone companies that provide voice mail) on the telephone line you are connecting to the MultiPASS C50. If you do subscribe to an answering service, you may want to dedicate a separate line for fax communication only and connect that line to the MultiPASS C50.

Using the MultiPASS C50 with an Answering Machine

Follow these guidelines in using the MultiPASS C50 with an answering machine:

JSet the answering machine to answer on the ®rst or second ring.

JIf the MultiPASS C50 runs out of paper or ink in ANS. MACHINE MODE, it receives all faxes into memory. The faxes then print automatically when you add paper or replace the BJ ink cartridge.

JWhen recording the outgoing message on the answering machine:

ILeave a four-second pause at the beginning of the message.

IThe entire message, including the four-second pause, must be no more than 15 seconds long.

IIn the message, tell your callers how to send a fax. For example:

ºHello. I can't answer the phone right now, but please leave a message after the beep. I'll return your call as soon as possible. If you would like to send a fax, press the start button on your fax machine after you leave your message. Thank you.º

Chapter 5 Receiving Faxes 5-9