Creative V.90 External Service Manual

Getting StartedModem BlasterV.90 ExternalInformation in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the p

xAnswering MachineUsing the provided communication software, your Modem Blaster can function as an answering machine with multiple mail boxes. Remote

xiBefore You BeginThis section provides information you should know before using this manual. ❑ Recording Model and Serial Numbers❑ Checking System Re

xiiDocument ConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions to help you locate and identify the information that you need. Table i: Documen

Installing the Modem 1-11Installing the ModemThis chapter guides you through the process of setting up your modem. It is organized as follows:❑ On You

1-2 Installing the ModemSetting up the Modem1. Switch off your system and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.2. Connect the Power adapter and

Installing the Modem 1-3Connecting Telephone Line and Phone Set1. Locate the most convenient telephone wall outlet.If a phone is already connected to

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Installing Software 2-12Installing SoftwareThis chapter provides instructions to install the modem drivers in Windows 95/98, Windows NT 4.0 and Window

2-2 Installing SoftwareInstalling Software in Windows 981. Switch on your computer to allow the operating system to detect the modem.2. When a dialog

Installing Software 2-34. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-3 appears, select Specify a location, click the Browse button, and browse to the Drive

Creative End-User Software License AgreementVersion 2.0, June 1998PLEASE READ THIS DOCUMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE. BY USING THE SOFTWARE

2-4 Installing Software7. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-5 appears, click the Finish button.8. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-6 appears,

Installing Software 2-59. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-7 appears, select the Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended) option

2-6 Installing SoftwareInstalling the Software in Windows 951. Switch on your computer to allow the operating system to detect the modem.2. When a dia

Installing Software 2-74. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-11 appears, click the Next button.5. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-12 appears,

2-8 Installing SoftwareInstalling Software in Windows NT 4.01. Switch on your computer system and then insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM dri

Installing Software 2-96. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-15 appears, click the Next button.7. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-16 appears,

2-10 Installing SoftwareTesting the installation in Windows 95/981. Click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel.2. In the Control Panel window, dou

General Specifications A-1AGeneral SpecificationsGeneral Features❑ Auto Fallback❑ AT Commands❑ Caller ID❑ Data/Fax/Voice❑ V.80 for H.324❑ Plug & P

A-2 General Specifications• V.42bis data compression❑ Compression, line control, and error control are implemented in hardware. Therefore, no special

Troubleshooting B-1BTroubleshootingThis appendix provides some tips and strategies for resolving some of the problems you might encounter while instal

Further, Creative shall not be liable for the accuracy of any information provided by Creative or third party technical support personnel, or any dama

B-2 Troubleshooting7KHUHLVLQWHUIHUHQFHRQWKHWHOHSKRQHOLQHWKDWLVFRQQHFWHGWRWKHPRGHPCause It might be due to interference from a power sourc

Troubleshooting B-3<RXH[SHULHQFHSRRUVRXQGTXDOLW\ZKHQXVLQJFRPPXQLFDWLRQVVRIWZDUHCause The Unimodem V file required by some 32-bit sound and

B-4 TroubleshootingResolving Hardware Conflicts Hardware conflicts may occur when two or more peripheral devices are set to use the same I/O address,

Troubleshooting B-5General Q&A:KHUHFDQ,ORFDWHWKH$7&RPPDQGVHWIRUP\0RGHP%ODVWHU"The AT Command set can be found on your Software

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Service and Warranty Information C-1CService and Warranty InformationOur company is happy to assist and support our customers. If you have trouble or

C-2 Service and Warranty Information6. When returning equipment to us, please use the following procedures:• Ship the unit and package carefully in a

Service and Warranty Information C-3Warranty InformationCREATIVE warrants that equipment furnished will be free from defects in material and workmansh

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Service and Warranty Information C-5Modem Blaster Product Registration CardProduct: MODEM BLASTER V.90 EXTERNAL DE5625Name: ____________________

6DIHW\5HJXODWRU\,QIRUPDWLRQCAUTION: Always disconnect modem board (the one with the telephone plug/jack) from telephone system when installing or

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,QGXVWU \&DQDGD1RWLFHThe Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain protec

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viiContents,QWURGXFWLRQBefore You Begin...

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ixIntroductionWelcome to the Modem Blaster! World. Your new modem allows you to fax documents, transfer data and access online information easily from