Advantech PCM-3601, User Manual

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Install the modem into your computer as follows.
1) Turn off the computer
2) Remove the cover of your computer and locate the 5614HP
expansion slot. Refer to your computer installation guide.
3) Plug in your 5614HP modem to the expansion slot, and make
sure the connectors of the modem card are exactly aligned
with the expansion slot.
4) Secure the modem card to the computer with screw.
5) Connect the telephone line from the wall outlet to the jack
labeled LINE.
6) Connect the line from your telephone to the jack labeled
PHONE. You may leave the PHONE jack unconnected.
CAUTION:
Handle the card only by its edges. The card precision com-
ponents are easily damaged by static electricity or abuse.
The metal bracket of the modem card should rest firmly on
the rear panel bracket of the computer. If not, remove the
modem card and try again.
1.7 Testing the Telephone Line Prior to Connection
The quality of the telephone line significantly affects the reliability
and quality of data communications. Make sure that both the
telephone system and telephone line are in good order before the
modem is connected.
Test the line by lifting the telephone handset and listening for a
clear dial tone. Try placing a few calls. If the calls do not go
through well or are not loud and clear, you may have a poor quality
telephone line. In this case, find a better quality line for your
modem to ensure reliable data communications.
We strongly recommend that you connect the modem directly to
an outside telephone line. Do not connect your modem to a Private
Branch Exchange (PBX) telephone system unless the system is
proven to perform well under data transmission conditions.
1.8 The Communications Software Configuration
Your modem follows the standard modem command set. Most of