Setting the Number of Rings to Answer
If you connect an external answering machine and select to receive faxes automatically, make sure the
Rings to Answer setting is correct. The number of rings should be higher than the number of rings your
answering machine is set to for answering a call.
1. Press the
2. Select Settings > Fax Settings > Basic Settings > Rings to Answer.
You see a screen like this:
3. Use the keypad to enter the number of rings, then press the OK button. Make sure to select a
number higher than the number of rings your answering machine is set to for answering a call.
Note: An answering machine picks up every call faster than the product, but the product can detect fax
tones and start receiving faxes. If you answer the phone and hear a fax tone, check that the product has
started receiving the fax, then hang up the phone.
Parent topic:
Selecting Advanced Fax Settings
You can select a variety of advanced fax settings.
1. Press the
2. Select Settings > Fax Settings.
home button, if necessary.
Setting Up Basic Fax Features
home button, if necessary.
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