Using The Auto Answer Feature - IBM Aptiva Hardware Handbook

more information on S registers, see page 38.
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The &W0&W1 portion of the command stores
ATS0=0 into memory (NVRAM locations 0 and 1) for
future use.
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The command is directed to the modem's port
(>COM1).
Whether you use DOS or a modem communications
software application, you can send a wide variety of
commands to your modem. For a detailed listing of
modem commands see page 34.
Tips on using your modem
This section provides tips on:
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Using the Auto Answer feature with your modem
communications software
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Using the telephone with your modem

Using the Auto Answer feature

If you use a modem communications software applica-
tion, it may require your modem to be set for Auto
Answer. The Auto Answer feature lets your computer
answer calls from another computer automatically.
Your modem communications software determines how
the modem operates with Auto Answer. Some fax appli-
cations do not require you to type an AT command to
turn Auto Answer on or off. For specific instructions, see
the user's guide that came with the communications
software.
To start the Auto Answer feature from your communica-
tions software, use the command:
mand tells the modem to answer a call after a certain
number of rings. To set the number of rings, replace n
with any number from 1 to 255.
Turn Auto Answer off when you are not using your
modem. Otherwise, callers will be greeted with the
. This com-
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