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Boca Pro16 Series - User Manual

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Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction to the Boca PRO16 Reference Guide

How to Use This Guide

Explains the manual's structure and how to make the most of the information.

Conventions Used in the Guide

Explains symbols, type styles, and conventions used for clarity.

Getting Started with Your Modem

Dialing Procedures

Explains how to initiate dialing with the modem using AT commands.

Dial Modifiers Explained

Details characters used in phone numbers to perform special dialing tasks.

Answering Incoming Calls

Explains how the modem can answer calls made by other modems.

AT Commands Overview

Introduces AT commands and their usage, including multiple commands.

Modem Testing Procedures

Local Analog Loopback Test

Checks data flow between computer and modem by looping back characters.

Local Digital Loopback Test

Tests a remote modem's operation and loopback capabilities.

Remote Digital Loopback Tests

Tests modem, remote modem, and telephone line.

Error Correction and Data Compression

Error Correction Protocols

Examines error correction and data compression features like V.42 and MNP.

Data Compression Techniques

Details V.42bis and MNP5 techniques for speeding up data transfer.

Reliable and Auto-Reliable Modes

Allows modem to use V.42/MNP if supported, or fall back to other modes.

Improving Performance with MNP 10

Enhances performance on poor quality telephone lines using MNP 10.

Security and Encryption Features

The Security Menu

Explains access and usage of the Security Menu for user and password management.

Entering a Security Password

Guides on changing the modem's security password via the Security Menu.

Encryption and SuperSecure Mode

Covers DES encryption for securing data and SuperSecure mode for enhanced security.

Synchronous Modes of Operation

Synchronous Operation Basics

Explains synchronous modes, operation, and terminal speeds.

Line Speeds Supported

Lists supported synchronous line speeds and their corresponding commands.

Synchronous Modes 1 & 2

Describes operation and selection of synchronous modes 1 and 2.

Leased Line Operations

Covers modem operations over leased lines, commands, and connection management.

Dumb Mode Operation Guide

Selecting Dumb Mode and Setup

Explains selecting Dumb mode and configuring the modem via switches and AT commands.

Communications Speeds in Dumb Mode

Details setting communication speeds using front panel Mode LEDs.

Using DTR to Dial

Explains initiating dialing by raising the computer's DTR signal.

The Option Switches Explained

Explains front panel switches controlling modem operation in Dumb and Smart modes.

V.25 bis Operations

V.25 bis Operation and Commands

Explains selecting V.25bis modes and lists supported commands.

Dialing and Modifiers in V.25 bis

Details dialing procedures, methods, and modifiers in V.25bis mode.

Answering Calls in V.25 bis

Details automatic call answering in V.25bis mode.

Command Descriptions

AT Commands Overview

Lists AT commands alphabetically with their page references.

Dialing and Connection Commands

Details commands for dialing, flow control, and connection.

Modem Configuration and Testing Commands

Covers commands for modem initialization, defaults, and self-testing.

Security and Encryption Commands

Details commands for encryption, error correction, and security features.

Operating Modes and Control Commands

Covers commands for asynchronous modes, flow control, and configuration.

S Registers Reference

S Registers Overview

Covers introduction, reading/changing registers, and memory.

Key S Registers for Operation

Details important S Registers like S0, S7, S18, S30, S42, S80.

Troubleshooting Modem Issues

Common Problems and Solutions

Addresses common modem issues like no dial tone and no response.

Garbled Screen Data Troubleshooting

Explains causes of garbled data and how to fix them.

Troubleshooting Flow Chart

Guides users through common problems to find solutions.

Testing Your Modem

Explains initiating modem tests using the &T command.

Sample Setups for Connectivity

Asynchronous Mode Setups

Provides command examples for BBS, Email, and Auto-Answer.

Modem Connectivity Setups

Covers UNIX computer and leased line connection setups.

Synchronous Mode Setup

Details modem setup for synchronous computer connection.

Appendices and Reference Information

Appendix A: Modem Response Codes

Lists numeric and verbal modem response codes for connection statuses.

Appendix C: RS-232 Signals

Describes signals supported on the modem's RS-232 socket.

Cable Pin Labels and Descriptions

Details pin assignments for various modem cables.

Glossary of Terms

Asynchronous Transmission

Data transmission with variable character times, delimited by start/stop bits.

Carrier Detect and CTS Signals

RS-232 signals indicating carrier presence and readiness to receive.

Modem and Dialing Terms

Definitions for modem, dial-up, dial tone, and leased line.

Synchronous Transmission

Data transmission with fixed character timing synchronized by clock signals.

Boca Pro16 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBoca
ModelPro16 Series
CategoryModem
LanguageEnglish