Modem FAX Modes


A modem may be used in one of the following modes:

Note: OPTIMA products support the switched Dumb Mode feature.

The FAX mode is a subset of the smart AT, switched mode of operation.

FAX Class 1 Mode

When the value of the parameter +FCLASS is 1, the modem is in the FAX Class 1 mode. In this mode all data commands, plus the commands, behavior, and responses defined in [1] are valid.

FAX Class 2 Mode

When the value of the parameter +FCLASS is 2.0, the modem is in the FAX Class 2 mode. In this mode all data commands, plus the commands, behavior, and responses defined in [2] are valid.

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