MessageSaver User Guide
20
Introduction
Like other modems, the Multi-Tech MessageSaver can operate under the control of a
communication program such as PhoneTools, which is included with the modem.
However, unlike other modems, it can also operate in Independent mode, in which
the MessageSaver can receive and store voice messages and faxes when the comput-
er is off or PhoneTools is not running. This chapter describes how to operate the
MessageSaver in Independent mode.
PhoneTools Features
Using PhoneTools you can:
•Store incoming voice messages and faxes with the computer off (voice messages
have a maximum length of 60 seconds).
•Retrieve stored messages, faxes, and telephone numbers (telephone number re-
trieval requires Caller ID service from your phone company).
•Specify an access code for remote retrieval of messages.
•Print a received fax (your PC must be powered on and PhoneTools loaded).
•Automatically set the time and date.
Independent Mode Functions
•Retrieval of data specific to the modem’s Independent mode operation, such as:
•Remaining amount of memory for the storage of received faxes and messages.
•Number of faxes in the modem’s memory.
•Number of voice messages in the modem’s memory.
•Retrieval of data specific to each fax or message stored in the modem, such as:
•Date and time of reception.
•Length of a voice message or fax in seconds.
•The sender’s Caller ID (if you have Caller ID service).
•The sender’s fax identifier (CSID).
•The number of fax pages.
•Retrieval of each file’s data contents.
•Configuration of Independent mode operation, such as:
•Configuration of the modem’s answer mode (no answer, fax, data, or auto
voice, fax, and data).
•Number of rings before answer.
•Status of the speaker during Independent mode communications.
•The local fax identifier (CSID).
•Activation and deactivation of remote message retrieval, and selection of the
remote access code.