Canon PIXMA E481, Online Manual, Page: 486 / 776

Preparing for Faxing
Connect the machine to the telephone line and set up the machine before using the faxing functions. Then
specify the basic setting such as sender information, date/time, and daylight saving time.
Important
• If the Power Disconnects Unexpectedly:
If there is a power failure or if you accidentally unplug the power cord, the date/time settings will be
reset.
• The settings for user information and directory will be retained.
• All faxes stored in the machine's memory, such as unsent and received faxes, will be lost.
If the power disconnects, the following will apply:
• You will not be able to send or receive faxes, make copies, or scan originals.
• When you are connecting the telephone, whether or not you can use it depends upon your
telephone line or telephone.
Setting Up the Machine
The machine must be set up depending on your telephone line and use of the faxing function. Follow the
procedure below to set up the machine.
1. Connecting the Telephone Line
Connect the machine to your telephone line.
2. Setting the Telephone Line Type
Set the correct telephone line type for your telephone line.
3. Setting the Receive Mode
Set the receiving operation (receiving mode).
Note
• You can set the fax setting according to the instruction on the LCD.
Easy setup
If you set up according to the instruction on the LCD, the receive mode is set to TEL priority mode
or Fax only mode . To receive faxes with DRPD or Network switch , change the receive mode.
Setting the Receive Mode
Specifying the Basic Settings for Faxing
You can specify the basic setting such as sender information, date/time, and daylight saving time.
Setting the Sender Information
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