Creative 5056251000 Getting Started Guide
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may make one copy of the software for backup purposes. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or © 1999 by Creative Technology Ltd. All rights reserved. Version 1.00 August 1999 Modem Blaster is a trademark of Creative Technology Ltd. IBM - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 2
Software for backup purposes only in support of your use of the or to make any hardcopy memory dumps of the Software's object Creative warrants, as the sole warranty, that the disks on which the Software is furnished will be free of defects, as set forth in the Warranty Card or printed manual - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 3
MANUAL INCLUDED WITH THE SOFTWARE. IN NO EVENT WILL CREATIVE Creative at the address stated above. For questions on product or technical matters, contact the Creative technical support to make any hard copy memory dumps of the Software's for the supply of services. Such conditions and warranties - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 4
ligne téléphonique de la carte modem (munie d'une prise ou d' the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will You will have an opportunity to correct the problem, and you will be informed of your Refer to the instructions in the User Reference Manual for your - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 5
L'abonné ne doit pas oublier qu'il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n'empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations. Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être effectuées par un centre d'entretien canadien autorisé désigné par le fournisseur - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 6
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Recording Model and Serial Numbers xi Checking System Requirements xi Document Conventions xii ,QVWDOOLQJWKH0RGHP On Your Modem ...1-1 Setting up the Modem...1-2 Connecting Telephone Line and Phone Set 1-3 About Your Telephone Line 1-3 ,QVWDOOLQJ6RIWZDUH Installing Software in Windows 98 - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 8
A-1 % 7URXEOHVKRRWLQJ Problems Encountered...B-1 Problems Encountered in Windows NT4.0 B-3 Resolving Hardware Conflicts B-4 In Windows 95/98 ...B-4 In Windows 3.1x...B-4 General Q&A...B-5 & 6HUYLFHDQG:DUUDQW\,QIRUPDWLRQ Warranty Information ...C-3 Modem Blaster Product Registration Card - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 9
easily, as the resources are assigned automatically by the Plug and Play configuration manager. Send and Receive faxes You can use your Modem Blaster to send and receive fax documents. It can also be configured to serve as a fax-on-demand system using the provided communication software. Internet - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 10
messages at any time. The Modem Blaster can even page you to notify you of new messages! The modem displays phone numbers of the calling parties if your phone is Caller-ID enabled. Video Conferencing Your Modem Blaster comes complete with V.80 standard support for use with H.32x video conferencing - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 11
space u 8 MB or higher of system memory (16 MB recommended) u Windows 95/98, Windows NT4.0, Windows 3.1x and DOS u CD-ROM drive for modem and communication software installation Modem Blaster must be connected to an analog telephone line, also called a POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) line. xi - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 12
Document Conventions This manual uses the following conventions to help you locate and identify the information that you need. Table i: Document conventions Text Element bold italic UPPERCASE < > Use Text - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 13
help you identify the various components of your modem. This chapter guides you through the process of setting up your modem. It is organized as follows: u On Your Modem u Setting up the Modem u Connecting Telephone Line and Phone Set On Your Modem This section describes the jacks and connectors - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 14
1. Switch off your system and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 2. Connect the Power adapter and the RS232 cable to the modem as shown in Figure 1-1. Phone jack Telephone Line jack Power jack RS232 Connector Telephone wall outlet Telephone To a computer serial port Power adapter - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 15
Line jack of the Modem Blaster, as shown in Figure 1-1. To ensure that the modem functions properly, note that: u Your modem may not be used on a POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) line. You cannot connect the modem directly to a digital telephone line, such as those commonly used in offices. If you - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 16
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2 Installing Software This chapter provides instructions to install the modem drivers in Windows 95/98, Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 3.1x. It also shows you how to test your installation and uninstall the modem. This chapter is organized as follows: u Installing Software in Windows 98 u Installing the - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 18
Installing Software in Windows 98 1. Switch on your computer to allow the operating system to detect the modem. 2. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-1 appears, insert the Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive and then click the Next button. 3. When a dialog similar - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 19
4. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-3 appears, select Specify a location, click the Browse button, and browse to the Drivers directory in the Installation CD. 5. Click the Next button. 6. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-4 appears, click the Next button. Figure 2-3 Figure 2-4 Installing - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 20
7. 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, click the Next button. Figure 2-5 2-4 Installing Software Figure 2-6 - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 21
, select Specify a location, click the Browse button, and browse to the Drivers directory in the Installation CD. 11. Click the Next button. 12. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. Figure 2-7 Figure 2-8 Installing Software 2-5 - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 22
Installing the Software in Windows 95 1. Switch on your computer to allow the operating system to detect the modem. 2. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-9 appears, insert the Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive and click the Next button. 3. When a dialog box similar - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 23
4. 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, click the Other Locations button, browse to the Drivers directory in the Installation CD, click the OK button, and then click the Finish button. Figure 2-11 Figure 2-12 - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 24
CD-ROM drive. 2. Click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel. 3. In the Control Panel window, double-click the Modems icon. 4. When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-13 appears, select Don't dectect my modem, I will select it from a list and then click the Next button. 5. When a dialog box similar to - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 25
When a dialog box similar to Figure 2-16 appears, select the COM port to which your modem is attached and then click the Next button. 8. Follow the remaining onscreen instructions to complete the installation of the modem. Figure 2-15 Installing Software in Windows 3.1x Figure 2-16 1. Set up the - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 26
"Resolving Hardware Conflicts". 1. Click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel. 2. In the Control Panel window, double-click the Modems icon. 3. In the Modem Properties dialog box, select Creative Modem Blaster V.90 DE5625 and then click the Remove button. 4. Click the OK button to close the dialog box - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 27
/24,000/21,600/19,200/16,800/ 14,400/ 12,000/9,600/7,200/ 4,800/2,400/1,200 bps data speeds u Compatible with the following data modem standards: • V.34, V.32bis and V.22bis • V.42 LAPM error correction General Specifications A-1 - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 28
up to 14400 bps for send and receive u Compatible with the following fax modem transmission standards: • V.17 • V.21 • V.27ter • V.29 u the telephone line u Communications software gives you multiple mail boxes u Supports V.80 standard to allow high performance video conferencing over standard phone - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 29
Troubleshooting Problems Encountered This appendix provides some tips and strategies for resolving some of the problems you might encounter while installing or using your modem the phone set is connected to the Phone jack on your modem. Check that all devices are switched on. 7KHPRGHPFDQQRW - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 30
B-2 Troubleshooting 7KHUHLVLQWHUIHUHQFHRQWKHWHOHSKRQHOLQHWKDWLVFRQQHFWHGWRWKH . 7KHPRGHPRUFRPPXQLFDWLRQVVRIWZDUHIDLOVWRGHWHFWWKDWWKHUHPRWHXVHUKDV KXQJXS Cause The modem and communications software rely on the dial tone, busy tone, or a silence period to detect that a - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 31
Problems Encountered in Windows NT4.0 - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 32
the problem by temporarily removing all devices (except your modem and modem and/or the conflicting peripheral device. 1. Find a COM port and IRQ that are unused in your computer. 2. Adjust the jumper settings of the Modem Blaster to that of the unused COM port and IRQ. B-4 Troubleshooting - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 33
Service Provider (ISP) without having to change your modem settings or software. This is because the Modem Blaster automatically knows which 56K standard to use. For modems that support 0RGHP%ODVWHU" All Modem Blaster drivers can be found on the www.modemblaster.com web site. Troubleshooting B-5 - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 34
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problem is intermittent, finding it may be difficult because there may be more than one cause and, consequently, more than one solution. We have answers to many commonly asked questions in Appendix B, "Troubleshooting". Alternatively, you may visit the web site at www.creative-asia.com/support/ for - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 36
has the RMA, along with your name and address. Also, write your RMA number on the shipping label and with your return Creative Technology Ltd. 31 International Business Park Creative Resource Singapore 609921 • Your equipment will be returned to you via United Parcel Service (UPS) ground service - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 37
liability shall not exceed the original selling price of the equipment. The equipment warranty of Creative Technology Ltd., shall constitute the sole and exclusive remedy of any buyer of the manufacturer or liabilities of manufacturer its successors or assigns. Service and Warranty Information C-3 - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 38
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Modem Blaster Product Registration Card Product: MODEM BLASTER V.90 EXTERNAL DE5625 Name Company Address City Phone Serial Number Date Purchased: ________ Please fill out this form, and send it back to Creative Technology Ltd. Service and Warranty Information C-5 - Creative 5056251000 | Getting Started Guide - Page 40
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Getting Started
Modem Blaster
V.90 External
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Digicom Systems Inc. or Creative
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The software described in this document is furnished under a license agreement and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms
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August 1999
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