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12 Quick Start and Reference Guide
Chapter 2 Using the Faxmodem
This chapter provides tips for setting up your communica-
tions software and using the modem. It also describes ad-
vanced telephony features.
See the software instructions included with your soft-
ware for information about how to install and use the
programs included with this product.
After you set up your software, you are ready to start us-
ing your faxmodem. The best way to get familiar with your
software is to learn by doing.
• Try dialing a bulletin board or online service, or try
calling a friend with a modem and transferring a file.
• Send a fax and have someone send one back to you.
Using Other Voice, Fax, and Data Communica-
tions Software
If you have any difficulties installing or setting up other
communications software, it may be helpful to read Tips
for Selecting Setup Options on the next page.
Software programs are designed as a simple, user-friendly
interface that makes it easy to use the many features your
faxmodem offers. The software must first identify the mo-
dem and its special capabilities. Many software programs
identify the product automatically and configure them-
selves for the correct operating settings.
Installing most software takes you through a series of
setup options. With virtually all commercially available
software, selecting the correct description of the product
during installation means that you can accept all of the
default settings that the software suggests.
Using Initialization Strings
An initialization string is a group of AT command settings
that are sent to the faxmodem as soon as you start up the
software. The software determines which commands go