4. Fax
LThe AUTO ANSWER light is ON.
Note:
LThe number of rings before a call is answered in FAX ONLY mode can be changed (feature #06 on page 38).
How to receive calls
When receiving calls, the unit will automatically answer all calls and only receive fax documents.
4.8Using the unit with an answering machine
4.8.1Setting up the fax machine and an answering machine
1Connect the answering machine. Remove the stopper.
Answering machine (Not included)
2Set the number of rings on the answering machine to less than 4.
L This will allow the answering machine to answer the call first.
3Record a greeting message on the answering machine.
L We recommend you record a message up to 10 seconds long, and not to pause for more than 4 seconds during the message. Otherwise, both machines will not function correctly.
4Activate the answering machine.
5Set the fax machine to the desired receiving mode (page 31, 31).
LIf you set to FAX ONLY mode, change the ring setting in FAX ONLY mode to more than 4 (feature #06 on page 38).
6Check all or part of the followings are not the same:
–the remote access code of the answering machine
–the fax activation code (feature #41 on page 39)
Receiving a voice message and fax document in one call
The caller can leave a voice message and send a fax document during the same call. Inform the caller of the following procedure beforehand.
1.The caller calls your unit.
LThe answering device will answer the call.
2.The caller can leave a message after the greeting message.
3.The caller presses *#9
LThe unit will activate the fax function.
4.The caller presses the start button to send a document.
Note:
LThe fax activation code can be changed in feature #41 (page 39).
4.9Receive polling (retrieving a fax placed on another fax machine)
This feature allows you to retrieve a document from another compatible machine. Therefore you pay for the call.
Make sure that no documents are fed into your unit and that the other party’s machine is ready for your call.
LKeep the front cover page open for button locations.
1Press {MENU} repeatedly to display “POLLING”.
2Press {SET}.
3Dial the fax number.
4Press {SET}.
LThe unit will start reception.
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