Canon L390 Fax Machine User Manual


 
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Glossary
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I
Interface
The connection between two devices that makes it possible for them to communicate with each other. The
machine features a USB interface, which makes it compatible with IBM and similar personal computers.
Interface cable
The cable used to create the interface between a printer and a computer.
Interface port
The machine comes with one USB port, located on the back of the machine. You attach the cable that
connects your computer and machine to this port.
J
Jack
The telephone receptacles on your wall or on your machine used to connect the machine to the telephone
line, answering machine, handset, or telephone.
M
Manual receiving
A method of receiving faxes in which you answer all incoming calls using the optional handset. If you hear a
slow beep it indicates an incoming fax transmission from another machine. Just press [Start] to receive the
incoming fax.
Manual redialing
When you use regular dialing, you can redial a number manually simply by pressing [Redial/Pause] on the
operation panel. The last number called is the number redialed.
Memory broadcast
Allows you to send a scanned fax to two or more destinations at once, using a combination of One-Touch
Speed Dialing, Coded Speed Dialing, and regular dialing.
Memory sending
Scans a document into memory before the machine dials the number(s) and sends it. This method allows you
to retrieve your original document immediately after scanning.
Modem
A device that converts (MOdulates) digital data for transmission over telephone lines. At the receiving end,
this device converts the modulated data (DEModulates) to digital format that the computer understands.
N
Noise
A term applied to a variety of problems that impair the operation of telephone lines used for faxing.
Numeric buttons
The round, numbered buttons on the operation panel marked the same as a standard telephone keypad.
Press them to perform regular dialing. You also use the numeric buttons to enter numbers and letters when
you register numbers and names, and for entering Coded Speed Dialing codes.