What’s inside this section

A quick introduction to fax in general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1

Make sure it’s all out of the packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2

What are all the parts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2 What do the keys do? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4 Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6 EasyStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10 Sending faxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.12 Receiving faxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.17

Making copies

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Getting started

A quick introduction to fax in general

What’s a fax document?

Simply put, a fax document is anything a fax user wants to fax to someone else. It can be just one page or as many pages as you need. That’s up to you. It can be text, a photograph or even your child’s latest drawing!

What’s a fax number?

Because your fax operates on standard phone lines, a fax number is just a regular phone number. And, because your fax is also a high-quality, full-featured telephone, your fax number can be your regular phone number — just add an optional handset to your fax. Or you can dedicate a phone number to your fax, letting you use one number just for ordinary voice calls and one just for fax.

What are resolution and grayscale?

Just as cars are measured by engine size, and stereo systems are measured by watts per channel, so fax machines are measured by resolution and grayscale.

Resolution refers to the sharpness of a fax transmission. It’s expressed in lines per inch (lpi). An international agency has defined three specific levels of resolution:

•Normal (203 × 98 vertical lpi)

•Fine (203 × 196 lpi)

•Superfine (203 × 392 lpi).

Similarly, one can judge a fax transmission by its number of grayscale levels, or shades of gray — really, halftones such as you might see in a newspaper photo. It’s likely most of your fax documents will be dark text on white paper. However, when you want to send photographs and other shaded items, you can set your fax machine to transmit in 64-level grayscale.

So why not always set your fax machine for superfine, or for grayscale?

Because these settings make your machine send more information, making trans- missions last longer and (on long-distance calls) driving up your phone bills. That’s why, as you’ll see, we’ve made it easy for you to set your fax machine for the most efficient, and truest, transmission of the types of documents you send!

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F-98 specifications

The Muratec F-98 is a multifunctional office machine that combines advanced technology with user-friendly features to enhance productivity in professional environments. Known for its high efficiency and reliability, the F-98 is designed to meet the diverse needs of modern businesses, making it a popular choice for offices seeking to streamline their document management processes.

One of the standout features of the Muratec F-98 is its high-speed printing capability. It boasts a fast print speed of up to 30 pages per minute, allowing users to handle large print jobs effortlessly. The F-98 supports various media sizes and types, accommodating everything from standard letter-sized paper to larger formats, facilitating versatility in printing and copying tasks.

The F-98 utilizes advanced laser printing technology, which ensures sharp, high-quality output with crisp text and vivid graphics. The device also offers automatic duplex printing, significantly reducing paper consumption and contributing to environmental sustainability. This feature is not only economical but also enhances workflow efficiency by minimizing the time spent on manual double-sided printing.

In addition to printing, the Muratec F-98 is equipped with robust scanning capabilities. With a fast scan speed and high-resolution output, it enables users to digitize documents quickly and accurately. The scanner supports various file formats, ensuring compatibility with different applications and systems. The inclusion of features such as automatic document feeder (ADF) allows for bulk scanning, making it a great asset for archiving and document management.

The device also integrates advanced connectivity options, including USB and network interfaces, which facilitate seamless integration into existing office setups. Mobile printing capabilities are supported, allowing users to print documents directly from their smartphones or tablets, enhancing convenience and reducing dependency on desktop setups.

Another significant characteristic of the Muratec F-98 is its user-friendly interface. The intuitive touchscreen simplifies navigation and operation, reducing the learning curve for new users and improving overall efficiency. Additionally, the machine is designed for ease of maintenance, with easily accessible components that minimize downtime.

In summary, the Muratec F-98 is an outstanding multifunction printer that combines speed, efficiency, and advanced technology, making it an ideal choice for businesses aiming to enhance their document processing capabilities. With its wide range of features, including high-speed printing, robust scanning, and user-friendly design, the F-98 stands out as a reliable solution for modern office environments.

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Models: F-98