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FaxMail for Windows FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Only the top part of the fax and/or the header gets sent/received--- Q1
While sending/receiving faxes parts of the page are not delivered--- Q2
While sending/receiving faxes only one page is delivered------------ Q3
FaxModem Driver not loading----------------------------------------- Q4
FaxMail for Windows does not run or does not run properly----------- Q5
None of the FaxModem Drivers work----------------------------------- Q6
I set the sound/volume/retries but my FaxModem ignores my changes--- Q7
FaxModem Driver didn't even attempted to load from my AUTOEXEC.BAT-- Q8
This Function requires a FaxModem Driver before entering Windows---- Q9
I do not know what kind of FaxModem I have-------------------------- Q10
I tried the FaxModem Driver that was suggested for my FaxModem, but- Q11
ElectraSoft Fax phone number 713-499-5939,11,11,11,11 did not work-- Q12
USRobotics Sportster 14.4 Class 1 FaxModem Problems and Solutions--- Q13
I can FAX but can not print----------------------------------------- Q14
Computer keeps asking if I want to allow writing to FM_DS_IN.CFG---- Q15
I am prone to losing dialog boxes behind other boxes and windows---- Q16
"Pulse" or "Tone" Dial-Out------------------------------------------ Q17
Fax came out of my Printer blank------------------------------------ Q18
FaxMail for Windows Cover-Page width-------------------------------- Q19
When building a Cover-Page; Where should I put the Logo?------------ Q20
Why couldn't <PRINTER OR FAX TOGGLE> be done automatically?--------- Q21
My FaxModem hangs up during send/receive---------------------------- Q22
<CONVERT TO FAX> doesn't work from some of my programs-------------- Q23
FM_ROCK1.COM works on one computer but not on another identical one- Q24
I ran FaxModem Wizard, COMTEST.COM. What does OUT: and IN: mean --- Q25
FaxModem Wizard, COMTEST.COM produced only OUT:s-------------------- Q26
Digicom Connection 14.4+Fax or P. C. LOGIC FAX144C, FAX144DM-------- Q27
My GVC, FM-144HVBIS/R1 V1.61, won't work properly------------------ Q28
My "Supra FAX Modem" does not work right---------------------------- Q29
My "HP Deskjet 500C" takes 30 minutes per page to print a Fax------- Q30
Does the FaxMail for Windows FaxModem Driver LH (LoadHigh)?--------- Q31
Windows keeps asking if it should take control of FaxModem COM?----- Q32
My Modem seems to have some sort of conflict while in Windows------- Q33
FaxMail Convert to Fax replaces fonts in some programs like NotePad- Q34
I have a problem that is not covered here--------------------------- Q35
Everything works except I can't print faxes------------------------- Q36
List of Fatal Error Code meanings----------------------------------- Q37
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:
Q1
Only the top part of the fax and/or the header gets sent/received.
Or...Fax looks like garbage.
A1
You may have a flow control problem. Go to the FaxMail Configuration
and coordinate the Modem-Initialization-String with the Flow-Control.
The Modem-Initialization-String tells the modem what flow control to
use. The flow control setting tells Windows what the flow control to
use.
With most modems except the USRobotics Class 2.0, you will use Rts/Cts.
With the USRobotics Class 2.0 you must use Xon/Xoff. When you set the
flow control, you must also select an Initialization string that
harmonizes with it.
Load the FaxMail Event Monitor to see what class your modem is running.
If it is class=2.0, your modem may have been made by USRobotics. If
this is the case, select the USRobotics 28.8k class 1,2,2.0 string and
Xon/Xoff flow control. If you have a USRobotics that is running
class 1, use Rts/Cts and the USRobotics 14.4k Choice 1 string.
Most other modems will use Rts/Cts flow control.
If you use the Rts/Cts (hardware) flow control, the following will help
you to select a string, with the exception of USRobotics and a few
others. With Rts/Cts &K3 and \Q3 are very common. With Xon/Xoff try
&K4 or \Q4.
Some modems do not need flow control characters because they set it to
Rts/Cts automatically when FaxMail switches them to fax mode.
If you have a USRobotics or compatible, use the above mentioned strings.
Notes:
o With some modems, like the Practical Peripherals class 1 and class 2,
you may have to go to FaxMail Configuration and do a class-over-ride
to class 1. Most modems do better if they have and use class 2 or
class 2.0.
o Usually a modem that supports class 1 or class 2 is not as good as one
that supports class 1 and class 2.
o Modem-Initialization-String defined:
AT&F&C1&D2&K3S7=60 }{ Popular Rts/Cts
AT&F&C1&D2&K4S7=60 }{ Popular Xon/Xoff
AT&F&C1&D2\Q33S7=60 }{ Popular Rts/Cts
AT&F&C1&D2\Q43S7=60 }{ Popular Xon/Xoff
AT&F&H1&R2&I2S7=60 }{
AT&F&H1S7=60 }{ USRobotics class 2.0, Xon/Xoff
AT&F&C1&D2&H1&R2S7=60S36=0 }{ USRobotics class 1, Rts/Cts
AT&F&C1&D2&H2&I2S7=60S36=0 }{ USRobotics class 1 or 2.0, Xon/Xoff
Defining above String number 1 and 2:
AT :>FaxMail to modem; Come to attention and listen up!
&F :>Load and use your factory settings.
&C1 :>RLSD follows the state of the data carrier from remote modem.
&D2 :>Modem disconnects when DTR drops.
&K3 :>Rts/Cts flow control.
&K4 :>Xon/Xoff flow control.
S7=60:>If no fax connection is made in 60sec, give up.
o If all else fails, call ElectraSoft's tech-support: 1-713-261-0307.
Q2
While sending/receiving faxes parts of the page are not delivered.
A2
Flow Control is dealt with in two places. The Flow Control part of the
Initialization Strings sets the modem to either Rts/Cts Xon/Xoff. The
[Rts/Cts] and [Xon/Xoff] options in FaxMail SetUp tell FaxMail and
Windows what Flow Control the modem will be using. You need to make
sure they are both in harmony with one another.
In most cases, FaxMail prefers to use Rts/Cts Flow Control. A few
modems need Xon/Xoff Flow Control. Select <Fax>, <SetUp> to load the
FaxMail SetUp dialog box and experiment with the Flow Controls. They
are [Rts/Cts] and [Xon/Xoff]. Most of the Initialization Strings you
will have to choose from are Rts/Cts. If you want to modify a Strings
from Rts/Cts to Xon/Xoff, for example changing AT&K3 (which is the
Rts/Cts Flow Controls for some modems) to AT&K4 (which is the Xon/Xoff
for the same modems) you should change FaxMail SetUp options from
[Rts/Cts] to [Xon/Xoff]. Look in your modem manual under AT commands
to see what part of the Initialization String is the Flow Control.
The USRobotics 28,800 baud class 1,2,2.0 uses Xon/Xoff Flow Control
while running in the Class 2.0 fax mode but uses Rts/Cts in Class 1.
Q3
While sending/receiving faxes only one page is delivered.
A3
Flow Control can inadvertently effect page changing. See above.
If your FaxModem supports more than one class, the highest class will
usually give the highest performance. The [Dynamic] selection will
set your FaxModem to the highest supported class. If your modem
supports more than one class, try doing a Class-Over-Ride to Class 1.
Q4
When I am booting and while my AUTOEXEC.BAT is loading I hear two Beeps
and the FaxModem Driver says it is not loaded.
A4
If your FaxModem is turned-off or hung, or the FaxModem Driver you
chose is not compatible with your FaxModem or computer, the
FaxModem Driver will make a BEEP and fail to load.
Q5
FaxMail for Windows does not run or does not run properly.
A5
If you are currently using another Fax-Program, you will have to
disable or remove it before using FaxMail for Windows as two
Fax-Programs can not share the same FaxModem or run concurrently.
Q6
None of the FaxModem Drivers work.
A6
Be sure you have the latest Version. FaxMail for Windows is being
updated continuously. We may have a new FaxModem Drivers that will
work for you.
Q7