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...book may be reproduced (in any part or as a whole) or transmitted in any products, or software described herein. All rights reserved. ZyXEL further reserves the right to change without the written permission of the publisher. This document is subject to make changes in any form or ...patent rights nor the patents rights of others. ii Neither does it convey any means without notice. U-90E Data/Fax Modem U-90E Data/ Fax Modem Copyright Copyright © 1999 by ZyXEL The contents of this manual are used for informational purposes only and they may not be properties of ...
...book may be reproduced (in any part or as a whole) or transmitted in any products, or software described herein. All rights reserved. ZyXEL further reserves the right to change without the written permission of the publisher. This document is subject to make changes in any form or ...patent rights nor the patents rights of others. ii Neither does it convey any means without notice. U-90E Data/Fax Modem U-90E Data/ Fax Modem Copyright Copyright © 1999 by ZyXEL The contents of this manual are used for informational purposes only and they may not be properties of ...
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...be solely at its discretion, repair or replace the defective products or components without proof of purchase or those with , damaged by ZyXEL to the corresponding return address, Postage Paid (USA and territories only). Any returned products without charge for either parts or labor,...labor. borders, the customer shall bear the cost of this warranty, contact ZyXEL's Service Center; ZyXEL shall in lieu of all other return destination beyond the U.S. U-90E Data/Fax Modem ZyXEL Limited Warranty ZyXEL warrants to the original end user (purchaser) that this product is the exclusive...
...be solely at its discretion, repair or replace the defective products or components without proof of purchase or those with , damaged by ZyXEL to the corresponding return address, Postage Paid (USA and territories only). Any returned products without charge for either parts or labor,...labor. borders, the customer shall bear the cost of this warranty, contact ZyXEL's Service Center; ZyXEL shall in lieu of all other return destination beyond the U.S. U-90E Data/Fax Modem ZyXEL Limited Warranty ZyXEL warrants to the original end user (purchaser) that this product is the exclusive...
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Scandinavia support@zyxel.dk sales@zyxel.dk www.zyxel.dk +45-3955-0700 +45-3955-0707 ftp.zyxel.dk ZyXEL Communications A/S, Columbusvej 5, 2860 Soeborg, Copenhagen, Denmark vii U-90E Data/Fax Modem Customer Support If you have questions about your ZyXEL product or desire assistance, contact ZyXEL Communications Corporation offices worldwide, in one of the following ways: Method International North...
Scandinavia support@zyxel.dk sales@zyxel.dk www.zyxel.dk +45-3955-0700 +45-3955-0707 ftp.zyxel.dk ZyXEL Communications A/S, Columbusvej 5, 2860 Soeborg, Copenhagen, Denmark vii U-90E Data/Fax Modem Customer Support If you have questions about your ZyXEL product or desire assistance, contact ZyXEL Communications Corporation offices worldwide, in one of the following ways: Method International North...
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...and techniques involved in modem operation. • Settings and Commands (Chapters 5-6) provides an overview of the settings and commands which are available in the U-90E modem. • Additional Functions (Chapters 7-13) describes many special functions and features of the U90E modem in detail, including error control and data compression,..., caller ID, fax sending and receiving, voice mail and diagnostic features. • Upgrading and Troubleshooting (Chapters 14-15) provides information about upgrading your U-90E modem - Structure of ZyXEL's premier highperformance products.
...and techniques involved in modem operation. • Settings and Commands (Chapters 5-6) provides an overview of the settings and commands which are available in the U-90E modem. • Additional Functions (Chapters 7-13) describes many special functions and features of the U90E modem in detail, including error control and data compression,..., caller ID, fax sending and receiving, voice mail and diagnostic features. • Upgrading and Troubleshooting (Chapters 14-15) provides information about upgrading your U-90E modem - Structure of ZyXEL's premier highperformance products.
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...up to 56/33.6 Kbps full-duplex on a 2-wire dial-up line. Various operation modes that can be achieved are as follows: Table 1-1 U-90E Data Operation Modes Standard Bit Rate [bps] Baud Rate [baud] V.90 28000-56000 8000 V.34bis/V.34 33600-2400 multiple V.32bis 14400 2400 V.32bis ...16-TCM 32-TCM 16-QAM Carrier Frequency [Hz] multiple 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 4-DPSK 1800 Getting to new features. • ZyXEL exclusive Kernel Recovery Mode for no factory repairs needed. • Reduced voice function. Supports DTMF tone generation and detection only. 1.4 Data Compatibility The...
...up to 56/33.6 Kbps full-duplex on a 2-wire dial-up line. Various operation modes that can be achieved are as follows: Table 1-1 U-90E Data Operation Modes Standard Bit Rate [bps] Baud Rate [baud] V.90 28000-56000 8000 V.34bis/V.34 33600-2400 multiple V.32bis 14400 2400 V.32bis ...16-TCM 32-TCM 16-QAM Carrier Frequency [Hz] multiple 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 4-DPSK 1800 Getting to new features. • ZyXEL exclusive Kernel Recovery Mode for no factory repairs needed. • Reduced voice function. Supports DTMF tone generation and detection only. 1.4 Data Compatibility The...
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... the front panel indicate the operational status of the modem. Figure 2.1 shows the front panel of the U-90E. ZyXEL V90 / V34 / FAX / A/O D/V HS AA CD OH DTR DSR CTS RTS TXD RXD SQ ...and two key switches. The ventilation slot of your responsibility to allow for the U 90E. A shielded RS-232 cable is required to ensure compliance with FCC Part 15, and it is clean and ...well ventilated. U-90E Data/Fax Modem Chapter 2 Modem Installation This chapter describes the panel function and installation procedure for...
... the front panel indicate the operational status of the modem. Figure 2.1 shows the front panel of the U-90E. ZyXEL V90 / V34 / FAX / A/O D/V HS AA CD OH DTR DSR CTS RTS TXD RXD SQ ...and two key switches. The ventilation slot of your responsibility to allow for the U 90E. A shielded RS-232 cable is required to ensure compliance with FCC Part 15, and it is clean and ...well ventilated. U-90E Data/Fax Modem Chapter 2 Modem Installation This chapter describes the panel function and installation procedure for...
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... Modem Table 2-3 Rear Panel Printed on U-90E Housing Power Power Jack Line Phone DTE/EIA 232D Description Power switch, turns the modem ON or OFF. Input terminal for connection to a 2-wire dial-...-11 terminal jack, for connection to the serial port of the DTE are listed in the Appendix. 2.3 Additional Installation Requirements • In addition to the ZyXEL modem you just purchased, you must have the following equipment to operate your modem: • Computer terminal. • Available PC serial port with a high-speed...
... Modem Table 2-3 Rear Panel Printed on U-90E Housing Power Power Jack Line Phone DTE/EIA 232D Description Power switch, turns the modem ON or OFF. Input terminal for connection to a 2-wire dial-...-11 terminal jack, for connection to the serial port of the DTE are listed in the Appendix. 2.3 Additional Installation Requirements • In addition to the ZyXEL modem you just purchased, you must have the following equipment to operate your modem: • Computer terminal. • Available PC serial port with a high-speed...
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...the cable is provided as a 9-pin connector similar to that of the most powerful shareware programs available is FaxSTF that make use of the ZyXEL's fax features. If the modem is a Mini-8. 4.6.3 Mac Software Tips All terminal programs that can be installed like a printer driver ...connect your Macintosh to make use of the hardware handshaking feature can be used on these (very outdated) models is a hardware handshaking type. U-90E Data/Fax Modem 4.6 Helpful Hints for Mac Computers 4.6.1 Special AT Command Settings for a few minutes. Macintosh Lisa model 128 and 512 don't...
...the cable is provided as a 9-pin connector similar to that of the most powerful shareware programs available is FaxSTF that make use of the ZyXEL's fax features. If the modem is a Mini-8. 4.6.3 Mac Software Tips All terminal programs that can be installed like a printer driver ...connect your Macintosh to make use of the hardware handshaking feature can be used on these (very outdated) models is a hardware handshaking type. U-90E Data/Fax Modem 4.6 Helpful Hints for Mac Computers 4.6.1 Special AT Command Settings for a few minutes. Macintosh Lisa model 128 and 512 don't...
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U-90E Data/Fax Modem MaxFax is another fax software for UNIX-Based Computers 4.7.1 Serial Cable.... 4-12 Basic Modem Operation Therefore you need a program such as mgetty or vgetty are available which allow use of your ZyXEL modem from several ftp-sites. These programs are currently available for Power Macs and AV Macs only. 4.7 Helpful Hints for... AT&C0. 4.7.3 Unix Software Tips In order to use of the serial ports at speeds up to make use your ZyXEL modem's special features, special gettys such as Minicom or Seyon. Depending on how to 230.4 Kbps. These drivers are available...
U-90E Data/Fax Modem MaxFax is another fax software for UNIX-Based Computers 4.7.1 Serial Cable.... 4-12 Basic Modem Operation Therefore you need a program such as mgetty or vgetty are available which allow use of your ZyXEL modem from several ftp-sites. These programs are currently available for Power Macs and AV Macs only. 4.7 Helpful Hints for... AT&C0. 4.7.3 Unix Software Tips In order to use of the serial ports at speeds up to make use your ZyXEL modem's special features, special gettys such as Minicom or Seyon. Depending on how to 230.4 Kbps. These drivers are available...
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...mode. *M1 Leased line auto-handshake on the country code) (see also S35.3) 5-14 AT Command Set Summary The modem can be a ZyXEL modem. 2. The remote modem should be entered in the password (0-255). Ref. If they match, the modem will keep the connection, ...back security is disabled, the modem will hang up. Maximum password length is ZyXEL. In security type 2, the remote site can store 50 (0-49) telephone numbers. Note: The command *Gn requires supervisor password checking. 1. U-90E Data/Fax Modem Command Options Function & Description *G5 Enables type 2 security,...
...mode. *M1 Leased line auto-handshake on the country code) (see also S35.3) 5-14 AT Command Set Summary The modem can be a ZyXEL modem. 2. The remote modem should be entered in the password (0-255). Ref. If they match, the modem will keep the connection, ...back security is disabled, the modem will hang up. Maximum password length is ZyXEL. In security type 2, the remote site can store 50 (0-49) telephone numbers. Note: The command *Gn requires supervisor password checking. 1. U-90E Data/Fax Modem Command Options Function & Description *G5 Enables type 2 security,...
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U-90E Data/Fax Modem Command S7= S8= S9= S10= S11= Function & Description +Ref. bit dec hex Bit-mapped register +000 1 2 2 Capture modem manufacturer information during V.42 handshake, can be displayed at ATI2 line if available ('Flash' or ' ZyXEL' stands for Repeat (>) command Set duration, in ...seconds modem waits for +060 a carrier Set duration, in seconds, for pause (,) option in Dial +002 command and pause between command reexecutions for ZyXEL connection) bit dec hex Bit-mapped register: +002 0 0 0* Originate mode auto handshake in *M0 leased line mode. 1 1 Answer mode ...
U-90E Data/Fax Modem Command S7= S8= S9= S10= S11= Function & Description +Ref. bit dec hex Bit-mapped register +000 1 2 2 Capture modem manufacturer information during V.42 handshake, can be displayed at ATI2 line if available ('Flash' or ' ZyXEL' stands for Repeat (>) command Set duration, in ...seconds modem waits for +060 a carrier Set duration, in seconds, for pause (,) option in Dial +002 command and pause between command reexecutions for ZyXEL connection) bit dec hex Bit-mapped register: +002 0 0 0* Originate mode auto handshake in *M0 leased line mode. 1 1 Answer mode ...
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U-90E Data/Fax Modem Command S36= bit dec hex Function and description Ref. bit dec Hex Bit-mapped register +000 0 0 0* Deny remote request for *F0 configuration (... a 7-5 Security function control 0 0* Disable security function (Default) *G0 32 20 Enable type 1 security with password *G1 check. (ZyXEL to ZyXEL only) 64 40 Enable type 1 security with password *G2 check and call-back (ZyXEL to ZyXEL only) 96 60 Enable type 2 security with password *G3 check S37= S38= 128 80 Enable type 2 security with...
U-90E Data/Fax Modem Command S36= bit dec hex Function and description Ref. bit dec Hex Bit-mapped register +000 0 0 0* Deny remote request for *F0 configuration (... a 7-5 Security function control 0 0* Disable security function (Default) *G0 32 20 Enable type 1 security with password *G1 check. (ZyXEL to ZyXEL only) 64 40 Enable type 1 security with password *G2 check and call-back (ZyXEL to ZyXEL only) 96 60 Enable type 2 security with password *G3 check S37= S38= 128 80 Enable type 2 security with...
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.../Fax Modem Chapter 10 Special Functions This chapter describes special features of the U-90E, and offers instructions on how to the dial-in remote modem will simply disconnect if the password does not match. Two types of security functions ... modem will maintain the connection if the password is a modem of security are provided. • Type 1 security is used when the remote modem is also a ZyXEL modem. • Type 2 security is used when the remote modem is OK, otherwise the line will be prompted to enter the password at the initial...
.../Fax Modem Chapter 10 Special Functions This chapter describes special features of the U-90E, and offers instructions on how to the dial-in remote modem will simply disconnect if the password does not match. Two types of security functions ... modem will maintain the connection if the password is a modem of security are provided. • Type 1 security is used when the remote modem is also a ZyXEL modem. • Type 2 security is used when the remote modem is OK, otherwise the line will be prompted to enter the password at the initial...
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...first and then be the modem's 50 stored phone numbers. The commands below will modify the nth user password. The default supervisor password is ZyXEL when the modem is 8 characters. You will result in terminal mode. For example: Password: (Enter supervisor password) ******** Password: (Enter new...the new supervisor password again) ******** OK The command AT*Hn will enable different types and levels of security: 10-2 Special Functions U-90E Data/Fax Modem 10.1.2 User Passwords The user may define fifty passwords. Any access attempt will be rejected if the entered password is...
...first and then be the modem's 50 stored phone numbers. The commands below will modify the nth user password. The default supervisor password is ZyXEL when the modem is 8 characters. You will result in terminal mode. For example: Password: (Enter supervisor password) ******** Password: (Enter new...the new supervisor password again) ******** OK The command AT*Hn will enable different types and levels of security: 10-2 Special Functions U-90E Data/Fax Modem 10.1.2 User Passwords The user may define fifty passwords. Any access attempt will be rejected if the entered password is...
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... for fax operation: 11-2 Special Functions When connecting to a G3 fax device, your modem to the computer. The RS-232 serial connection or the ZyXEL serial port interface connects your modem allows for fax speeds up to 14400 bps when transmitting to 7200, 4800, and 2400 bps if the line...session, and transporting the image data. Therefore, the modem relieves the computer fax software of this interface is poor. 11.3 Fax Command sets The U-90E supports two command sets for both modem and fax operations. External stand-alone units can be connected to 12000, 9600, or 7200 bps in poor...
... for fax operation: 11-2 Special Functions When connecting to a G3 fax device, your modem to the computer. The RS-232 serial connection or the ZyXEL serial port interface connects your modem allows for fax speeds up to 14400 bps when transmitting to 7200, 4800, and 2400 bps if the line...session, and transporting the image data. Therefore, the modem relieves the computer fax software of this interface is poor. 11.3 Fax Command sets The U-90E supports two command sets for both modem and fax operations. External stand-alone units can be connected to 12000, 9600, or 7200 bps in poor...
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Identify DCE U-90E +FMR? Identify DCE Revision Vx.x +FCC=vr,br,wd,ln,df Establish DCE Capabilities ,ec,bf,st Vertical Resolution vr=0:Normal;98 lpi vr=1:Fine;... wd=1:2048 pixels in 255mm wd=2:2432 pixels in 303mm ln=0:A4;297mm ln=1:B4;364mm ln=2:unlimited length Special Functions 11-5 Identify DCE Manufacturer ZyXEL +FMM? U-90E Data/Fax Modem Command Description Value +FDT Transmit phase C data command: releases the DCE to proceed with the negotiation +FDR Receive phase C data command...
Identify DCE U-90E +FMR? Identify DCE Revision Vx.x +FCC=vr,br,wd,ln,df Establish DCE Capabilities ,ec,bf,st Vertical Resolution vr=0:Normal;98 lpi vr=1:Fine;... wd=1:2048 pixels in 255mm wd=2:2432 pixels in 303mm ln=0:A4;297mm ln=1:B4;364mm ln=2:unlimited length Special Functions 11-5 Identify DCE Manufacturer ZyXEL +FMM? U-90E Data/Fax Modem Command Description Value +FDT Transmit phase C data command: releases the DCE to proceed with the negotiation +FDR Receive phase C data command...
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N/A N/A N/A 0,1,2,8,16 Default 0 U90E ZyXEL V1.x 0 Description 0: DATA. 1: CLASS 1 FAX. 2.0: CLASS 2.0 FAX. 8: VOICE. 0: The DCE is Special Functions 12-1 Model ID Revision Select a voice I/O device. U-90E Data/Fax Modem Chapter 12 Voice Capability Voice capability stands for the modem's ability to the Telco... on hook. Only a limited voice function that supports DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequency) detection and generation is provided by U-90E modem. 12.1 The voice AT command specification The following is connected to digitizalize incoming voice messages, which the computer stores and...
N/A N/A N/A 0,1,2,8,16 Default 0 U90E ZyXEL V1.x 0 Description 0: DATA. 1: CLASS 1 FAX. 2.0: CLASS 2.0 FAX. 8: VOICE. 0: The DCE is Special Functions 12-1 Model ID Revision Select a voice I/O device. U-90E Data/Fax Modem Chapter 12 Voice Capability Voice capability stands for the modem's ability to the Telco... on hook. Only a limited voice function that supports DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequency) detection and generation is provided by U-90E modem. 12.1 The voice AT command specification The following is connected to digitizalize incoming voice messages, which the computer stores and...
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Are you sure (Y/N)? 7. After the "§" prompt, use the XModem protocol to upload the U-90E file to update your modem. This step updates the modem's flash EPROM with checksum) protocol to your modem. Press Y. Upgrading Your...Obtain the new firmware by Flash EPROM 1. The following prompt characters: You have chosen XMODEM (128 bytes data with the latest firmware. 9. See Contacting ZyXEL for the following message then appears: Start programming, please upload.... 8. Start any communications program that supports the XModem protocol. 5. When the installation is ...
Are you sure (Y/N)? 7. After the "§" prompt, use the XModem protocol to upload the U-90E file to update your modem. This step updates the modem's flash EPROM with checksum) protocol to your modem. Press Y. Upgrading Your...Obtain the new firmware by Flash EPROM 1. The following prompt characters: You have chosen XMODEM (128 bytes data with the latest firmware. 9. See Contacting ZyXEL for the following message then appears: Start programming, please upload.... 8. Start any communications program that supports the XModem protocol. 5. When the installation is ...
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... button after upgrading the flash EPROM: 1. Repeat steps 1-9 from failed flash uploads. It accepts a limited set of the modem. U-90E Data/Fax Modem 14.2 Kernel Recovery Mode Your modem is equipped with ZyXEL's exclusive Kernel Recovery Mode. This unique feature enables quick recovery from the previous directions above to AT commands after...
... button after upgrading the flash EPROM: 1. Repeat steps 1-9 from failed flash uploads. It accepts a limited set of the modem. U-90E Data/Fax Modem 14.2 Kernel Recovery Mode Your modem is equipped with ZyXEL's exclusive Kernel Recovery Mode. This unique feature enables quick recovery from the previous directions above to AT commands after...
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The signals on these pins are: 1 A 2 RING 3 TIP 4 A1 J Phone Jack Pin Assignments U-90E Data/Fax Modem Appendix C Phone Jack Pin Assignments The ZyXEL U 90E modem features two RJ-11 phone jacks, one for 2-wire dial-up and 2-wire leased line connection (LINE) and one for an optional connection to a telephone set (PHONE).
The signals on these pins are: 1 A 2 RING 3 TIP 4 A1 J Phone Jack Pin Assignments U-90E Data/Fax Modem Appendix C Phone Jack Pin Assignments The ZyXEL U 90E modem features two RJ-11 phone jacks, one for 2-wire dial-up and 2-wire leased line connection (LINE) and one for an optional connection to a telephone set (PHONE).