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Creative DE5773 User Manual

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Creative Modem Blaster V.92 USB DE5773
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. No part of this manual may be
reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the written permission of
Creative Technology Ltd. The software described in this document is furnished under a license agreement and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the
license agreement. It is against the law to copy the software on any other medium except as specifically allowed in the license agreement. The licensee may make one copy of
the software for backup purposes only.
The Software License Agreement is found in a separate folder on the installation CD.
Copyright © 1998-2003 by Creative Technology Ltd. All rights reserved.
Version 1.0
November 2003
Blaster, Modem Blaster and the Creative Logo are registered trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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  • Page 1 Creative Modem Blaster V.92 USB DE5773 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the written permission of Creative Technology Ltd.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Recording Model and Serial Numbers..............i Checking System Requirements ................i Product Registration ....................i Document Conventions.................... ii About your Creative Modem Blaster V.92 USB About your modem ....................... 1-1 Installing your Modem Step 1: Installing drivers and software ................. 2-1 Step 2: Connecting your modem to a telephone line............
  • Page 3 Uninstalling the Modem in Windows XP..............4-4 Modem Features Modem On Hold ....................5-3 Using Modem On Hold ....................5-4 General Specifications Troubleshooting Problems with Your Modem ..................B-1 Resolving Conflicts in Windows 98SE/ME ............B-3 Resolving Conflicts in Windows 2000/XP ............B-3...
  • Page 4 Introduction...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    ❑ DVD/CD-ROM drive for modem software installation ❑ An audio card for video conferencing Product Registration Enjoy a host of benefits by registering your product during installation, or at www.creative.com/register. Benefits include: ❑ Service and product support from Creative ❑ Exclusive updates on promotions and events...

  • Page 6: Document Conventions

    Document This manual uses the following conventions to help you locate and identify the information that you need. Conventions Table i: Document conventions Text Element This notepad icon indicates information that is of particular im- portance and should be considered before continuing. This alarm clock icon indicates that failure to adhere to directions may result in loss of data or damage to your system.
  • Page 7 About your Creative Modem Blaster V.92 USB...

  • Page 8: About Your Creative Modem Blaster V.92 Usb

    About your Creative Modem Blaster V.92 USB About your Your Creative Modem Blaster V.92 USB is the hassle-free way to get online and add V.92 feature support to your PC or notebook. The integrated USB connection and straightforward software setup make modem installation effortless.
  • Page 9 Chapter 2, “Installing your Modem”. To your computer’s USB port Power Indicator Light Carrier Detect Light Integrated USB cable Telephone Telephone line jack (to jack (to telephone wall jack) telephone) Figure 1-1 Modem Blaster V.92 USB About your Creative Modem Blaster V.92 USB 1-2...

  • Page 10: Installing Your Modem

    Installing your Modem...

  • Page 11: Step 1: Installing Drivers And Software

    Installing your Modem Do not connect your modem to your computer’s USB port before installing the drivers from the Installation CD. Step 1: Installing 1. Insert the Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the names of the drivers and applications you want to install on your computer. drivers and 3.

  • Page 12: Step 3: Connecting Your Modem To The Computer

    Step 3: Connect your modem's integrated cable to an available USB port on your computer. You can do this while your computer is turned on. Connecting your Depending on the version of Windows you are using, proceed to the appropriate step: modem to the In Windows 98 SE/Me computer...
  • Page 13 In Windows XP/2000 1. Upon connecting your modem to the computer’s USB port, a Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box similar to Figure 2-2 pops up. Click the Next If the Autostart feature for your button to proceed. CD-ROM drive is not activated, you need to click Start ->...

  • Page 14: Notes On Telephone Lines

    Notes on Telephone To ensure that the modem works properly, note that: ❑ Your modem cannot be used on “party lines”, nor can it be used on toll or coin-operated lines. Lines Contact your local telephone company for help if you are not sure about the suitability of your telephone line.

  • Page 15: Testing Your Modem

    Testing your Modem...

  • Page 16: Testing The Installation In Windows 98 Se

    Testing your Modem Testing the 1. Click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Modems icon. The Modems Installation in Properties dialog box in Figure 3-1 appears. Windows 98 SE 3. Click the Diagnostics tab. 4. Click the COM port that has been assigned to your modem.

  • Page 17: Testing The Installation In Windows 2000

    Modem Options dialog box in Figure 3-3 appears. Windows 2000 3. Click the Modems tab, then click the Properties button. The Creative Modem Blaster V.92 DE5773 Properties dialog box appears. 4. Click the Diagnostics tab. Figure 3-3: Phone and Modem Options dialog box.

  • Page 18: Testing The Installation In Windows Me

    Testing the 1. Click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Modems icon. The Modems Properties Installation in dialog box in Figure 3-5 appears. Windows ME 3. Click the Diagnostics tab. 4. Click the COM port that has been assigned to your modem. Figure 3-5: Modem Properties dialog box.

  • Page 19: Testing The Installation In Windows Xp

    Windows XP 3. Click the Modems tab. Figure 3-7: Phone and Modem Options dialog box. 4. Click Creative Modem Blaster V.92 DE5773, then click the Properties button. The Creative Modem Blaster V.92 DE5773 Properties dialog box in Figure 3-8 appears.

  • Page 20: Uninstalling Modem Drivers

    Uninstalling Modem Drivers...

  • Page 21: Uninstalling The Modem In Windows 98Se

    Modem in Add/Remove Programs Properties dialog box in Windows 98SE Figure 4-1 appears. 3. Click Creative Modem Blaster V.92 DE5773, then click the Add/Remove button. 4. When Windows prompts you to remove the modem, click the Yes button. 5. Click the OK button.

  • Page 22: Uninstalling The Modem In Windows 2000

    The dialog box in Figure 4-2 appears. Windows 2000 3. Click the Change or Remove tab, then click Creative Modem Blaster V.92 DE5773 and click the Change/Remove button. 4. When Windows prompts you to remove the modem, click the Yes button.

  • Page 23: Uninstalling The Modem In Windows Me

    Windows Me box in Figure 4-3 appears. 3. Click the Install/Uninstall tab, then click Creative Modem Blaster V.92 DE5773 from the list and click the Add/Remove button. 4. When Windows prompts you to remove the modem, click the Yes button.

  • Page 24: Uninstalling The Modem In Windows Xp

    Uninstalling the 1. Click Start -> Control Panel. 2. Click the Add or Remove Programs icon. The Add or Remove Programs dialog box in Modem in Figure 4-4 appears. Windows XP 3. Click the Change/Remove button. 4. Click the Yes and OK buttons to remove the Modem. Figure 4-4 : Add or Remove Programs dialog box.

  • Page 25: Modem Features

    Modem Features...
  • Page 26 Modem Features Besides transferring data and accessing online information, your Creative Modem Blaster has the following features: Plug and Play This feature allows you to install your modem easily, as it is automatically configured. Faxes Use your modem to send and receive fax documents. This feature also allows you to configure the modem to serve as a fax-on-demand system by using the software provided.
  • Page 27 Video Conferencing Your modem comes complete with V.90/V.92 standard support, for use with H.32x video conferencing systems. QuickConnect This feature drastically reduces the amount of time it takes for your Modem Blaster to establish a connection with your Internet Service Provider. The characteristics of the last call are saved in your computer, and retrieved for subsequent calls, resulting in a shorter connection time.

  • Page 28: Modem On Hold

    Modem On Hold Your Modem Blaster V.92 USB offers complete Modem On Hold support so you can pause your Internet connection while you answer incoming phone calls and while you make outgoing phone calls. Since Modem On Hold also requires support from your Internet Service Provider (ISP), you may need to check Incoming Modem On Hold with them to ensure that this feature is supported in the area.

  • Page 29: Using Modem On Hold

    Using Modem When a phone call comes in while you are online, a dialog box similar to Figure 5-1 appears, showing information about the caller. On Hold Figure 5-1 Receiving a call 1. Either click the Answer Call button to pause your Internet connection and answer the call, or click the Ignore Call button to remain online.
  • Page 30 Making a call If you are connected to the Internet and wish to make a call, follow the instructions below: 1. Right-click the Creative icon on the Windows taskbar (Figure 5-3). 2. Select the Make a Phone Call function. Figure 5-3 Outgoing MOH requires Three- 3.

  • Page 31: General Specifications

    General Specifications...
  • Page 32 General Specifications This appendix lists your modem’s general specifications. ❑ Integrated data, fax, and voice mail modem Data Features ❑ 56,000/54,667/53,333/52,000/50,667/49,333/48,000/46,667/45,333/42,667/41,333/40,000/38,667/ 37,333/36,000/34,667/33,600/31,200/28,800/26,400/24,000/21,600/19,200/16,800/14,400/ 12,000/ 9,600/7,200/4,800/2,400/1,200/300 bps data speeds ❑ Compatibility with the following data modem standards: ❑ V.92, V.90, V.34, V.32bis, V.32, V.23, V.22bis, V.22, and V.21; Bell 212A and 103.

  • Page 33: Video Conferencing

    ❑ Fax speeds up to 14,400 bps for send and receive. Fax Features ❑ Compatibility with the following fax modem transmission standards: • V.17 (14400 bps) • V.21 Channel 2 (300 bps) • V.27ter (7200 bps) • V.29 (9600 bps) ❑...
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 35: Problems With Your Modem

    Troubleshooting This appendix provides tips and solutions for resolving some of the problems you might encounter with Creative Modem Blaster V.92 DE5773 either during installation or normal use. Problems with The modem fails to accept commands to dial or answer a call.
  • Page 36 The modem or communications software fails to detect that the remote user has hung up. The modem or communications software relies on the dial tone, busy tone or silence period to detect that a remote user has hung up. This detection may fail due to one of the following reasons: ❑...

  • Page 37: Resolving Conflicts In Windows 98Se/Me

    Resolving Conflicts in To run Device Manager: Windows 98SE/ME 1. Click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel. 2. Click the System icon. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3. Click the Device Manager tab. 4. Double-click Modem. If you are unsure of which 5.
  • Page 38 10. Click the Use Automatic Settings check box to select it. If this check box is already selected, you need to go to the Properties dialog box of the conflicting peripheral device and select the same check box there. 11. Restart your system to allow Windows 2000/XP to reassign resources to your modem and/or the conflicting peripheral device.

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