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Chapter 3: Using Your Faxmodem with Other
Software
This chapter provides tips for setting up communications
software, sending initialization strings containing AT
commands to the faxmodem, using audio features, using
a video camera, and accessing the Internet.
Tips for Setting Up Communications Software
Software programs are designed to provide a simple, user-
friendly interface that makes it easy to use the many
features your faxmodem offers. First, however, the soft-
ware must identify the modem and its special capabili-
ties. Many software programs identify the product auto-
matically and configure themselves for the correct modem
settings. If you run into configuration difficulties, it may
be helpful to read the following section, Tips for Select-
ing Setup Options.
Tips for Selecting Setup Options
In setting up some older software programs, you may be
asked to enter certain information. Most programs have
default settings that are correct for use with this modem,
and there is no need to change them. However you
should be aware of the following items:
• If you are asked to select the “modem type” from a
menu, and you don’t see this modem listed on the
menu (Zoom v.90 PCI Faxmodem), select the most
descriptive name such as V.90 Modem, 56K modem,
Generic IS-101 modem, Hayes-compatible modem
(with or without a specific speed), or generic Class 1
Modem. The more generic the type you choose, the
less likely it is that the software will let you use some
of the faxmodem’s advanced features, but the modem
will perform basic communications and fax functions.
• In the dialing directory, set all entries to the highest
possible baud rate, if your software and serial port
support these speeds. All communications between
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