Operation

6.3.4.Modem Mode

The Modem Mode provides features specifically related to modem communication. A Modem Mode Port can perform all functions normally available in Any-to-Any Mode. The Modem Mode is available to all Serial RS232 Ports, and is the default port mode at the Internal Modem Port (Port 7.)

When the Modem Mode is selected, the Port Configuration menu will display three additional prompts, which allow you to re-define the modem reset string, initialization string, and hang-up string.

When a call is received at a Modem Mode port, the unit will prompt the caller to enter a password. The CMS-6R4 allows three attempts to enter a valid password. If a valid password is not entered within three attempts, or if the user does not respond to the login prompt within 30 seconds, the modem will disconnect.

Notes:

When a Modem Mode port exits command mode, or the DCD line is lost while command mode is active, the CMS-6R4 will pulse DTR to the modem. The unit will then send the user-defined modem command strings to make certain the modem is properly disconnected and reinitialized.

The Serial RS232 Ports can use the CMS-6R4's Internal Modem for placing outbound calls. If an external modem is installed at a CMS-6R4 Serial Port, other ports can use the modem for calling out. To call out, invoke the /C command to connect to the port, then access the modem as you normally would.

If desired, the Invalid Access Lockout feature can provide additional security for Modem Mode ports. When properly configured, the Invalid Access Lockout will automatically shut down a port whenever that port exceeds the user defined number of invalid access attempts. For more information, please refer to Section 5.5.2.3.

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