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V.

34bis Series
Standalone & Rackmount
Modems
Operation and Installation Manual

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The V.34bis Series Standalone & Rackmount Modems are products of CXR
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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................ 1

How To Use This Manual................................................................. 1

Product Description........................................................................ 3

Standard Features ......................................................................... 3

Standard Features ......................................................................... 4

2. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION ............................................ 7

Receiving and Unpacking ................................................................ 7

Package Contents....................................................................... 7

Installation Requirements ............................................................... 8

Telephone Line Access ................................................................ 9

System Start-Up ........................................................................... 9

External Dial-Up Modems ...........................................................11

Rackmount Modem Card ............................................................14

Switch Settings ............................................................................16

Power On Test..............................................................................17

3. MODES AND CONFIGURATIONS.............................................. 19

Common Operations .....................................................................19

Selecting a Factory Configuration ...................................................21

Selecting a Configuration By AT Command.......................................22

Special Reset ...............................................................................22

Factory Default Configurations .......................................................26

Originate A Call.........................................................................38

Answer A Call ...........................................................................38

Disconnecting ...........................................................................39

Busy-Out.....................................................................................40

Password Security .....................................................................43

Pass-Through Access .................................................................45

Answer back.............................................................................45

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4. FRONT PANEL CONFIGURATIONS ............................................ 62

External Front Panel Operation ...................................................... 62

Rackmount Front Panel Operation .................................................. 67

5. LEASED LINE ............................................................................ 73

Originating Modem....................................................................... 74

Answering Modem........................................................................ 74

Manual Dial Back-Up ................................................................... 80

Change Real Time and Date .......................................................... 80

6. AT AND V.25BIS COMMAND SETS ........................................... 81

AT Commands by Function............................................................ 81

7. S-REGISTERS........................................................................ 115

S-Register Functions ...................................................................115

8. MAINTENANCE AND TESTING ................................................. 125

Modem Testing ...........................................................................126

Guide To Testing.........................................................................126

AT Test Commands .....................................................................127

APPENDIX A ............................................................................... 133

Product-line Warranty .................................................................133

APPENDIX B ............................................................................... 135

FCC & Canadian Regulation Info ...................................................135

APPENDIX C ............................................................................... 138

Specifications .............................................................................138

RS-232 Pin Assignments ..............................................................142

APPENDIX D ............................................................................... 142

INDEX ........................................................................................ 144

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1
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a CXR Anderson Jacobson high-speed modem
with fax capabilities. You have purchased one of the finest modems
available. Depending upon the model you have chosen, your modem will
provide you with data communication rates up to 33,600 bps. Group III fax
communications at 9600 bps is also a feature of your new AJ modem. AJ
modems also provide the benefits of error correction and data compression
to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the data communications.

AJ modems are compatible with ITU-T V.34, V.32terbo, V.32bis, V.32,


V.42, or V.42bis standards, as well as the applicable Bell standards listed in
the Product Description of this manual.

How To Use This Manual


This manual consists of eight chapters as well as appendices and an index.
The appendices serve as a quick reference for detailed information
provided in the chapters. A listing of the chapters with a brief description of
their contents follows:

1- Introduction
This chapter provides information on manual organization as well as an
introduction and a detailed description of the AJ modem.

2 - Installation & Connection


Installation and connection leads you through the procedures to unpack,
inspect, and install your modem. Also included are requirements for
minimum PC system configurations and rack systems.

3 - Modes & Configurations


This chapter describes how to control and configure the modem.
Descriptions of common operations, and selecting a factory configuration
are also included.

4 - Front Panel Operation


Front panel operation describes the operation and function of front
rackmount and external panel controls and indicators. Included are
descriptions of the DL/DIS operation and a summary of LED indicators and
functions.

5 - Leased Line Operation

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Includes information for 2 and 4-wire leased line modes, Unattended and
Manual Dial Back-Up.

6 - AT and V.25bis Operation


The operation of the AJ modem using the AT command set is described in
this chapter. Listing of the AT commands by function as well as
alphabetical order are provided. V.25bis commands are provided at the
end of this chapter

7 - S-Registers
This chapter discusses S-registers used to store configuration parameters.

8 - Maintenance and Testing


This chapter covers testing and diagnostic steps used to help isolate
communication problems.

Appendix A - Product Line Warranty

Appendix B - FCC and Canadian Regulations

Appendix C - Specifications

Appendix D - RS-232 Pin Assignments

Index

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Product Description
This manual describes the operation of the 3 types of AJ High-Speed
Modems; external, internal and rack mountable. These modems also come
in either line or dial up configurations. AJ modems provide up to 33.6K bps
modem data communications and Group III, Class 1 and 2 leased line fax
send/receive at 9600 bps. Both configurations are downward compatible
with V.22/V.22bis, Bell 103 and 212A modems operating at speeds as low
as 300 bps. Significant non-volatile memory is provided to store and recall
multiple operating configurations, telephone numbers and security codes.
Remote configuration monitoring and control and extensive security modes
are also provided.

Standard Features:

V.34 Compatible; 33.6K bps full duplex operation


V.34 Compatible; 28.8K bps full duplex operation
V.32terbo Compatible; 19.2K bps full duplex operation

V.32bis Compatible; 14.4K bps full duplex operation

V.32 Compatible; 9600 bps full duplex operation with trellis coding
V.23, V.22bis, V.22, V.21, and Bell 212 and 103 compatible; at 2400,
1200 and 300 bps full duplex operation

2 and 4-Wire Leased Line Operation with Unattended Automatic Dial


Back-Up (UADBU) (Leased Line models only)

Group III, Class 1 and 2 Fax Transmission at 9600 bps w/fallback to


7200 or 4800 bps

Expanded "AT" Commands

V.42 (LAPM) Error Correction and V.42bis Data Compression

MNP Class 4 Error Correction/MNP Class 5 Data Compression

Dial-Up Operation

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Standard Features Continued:


"Good Connection" feature obtains an acceptable dial line

Simulated Half-Duplex Operation as Defined by ITU-T V.13

10 Stored Configurations

Remote Configuration Monitoring and Control

Synchronous and Asynchronous operation

Non-volatile Memory for storing parameters and phone numbers

Dialer Features
Asynchronous "AT" expanded command set for dialing

Alternate ITU-T V.25bis dialer

Pulse, tone and adaptive dialing

Second dial tone detection

Single command redial operation

Dialing from the PC keyboard

Automatic redial when the connection provides poor signal quality or


loss of carrier is detected

Storage of 100 telephone numbers of a maximum of 25 digits each

Each stored telephone number can have a different user defined


modem configuration

Dialing from stored numbers by:


location number
link to another number
DTR or front panel switching
name (mnemonic)

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Security Features
Answerback

Pass-through Access

Callback

Automatic Modem Password Access

Operator Password

Supervisor Password

Test Features
Power-up self-test

Local digital loopback per ITU-T V.54

Local Analog Loopback

Remote Digital Loopback

Power Supplies (External Models Only)


The power supply module for the external model is supplied with the
modem. It provides regulated + 5 VDC through a single cable that plugs
into the rear of the modem. The standard module is plugged into a
dedicated wall receptacle or high quality power strip that must provide a
nominal 117 VAC at 60Hz.

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2
Installation and Connection
Receiving and Unpacking
Examine the boxes when the equipment is received. If signs of damage or
rough handling are evident, have the carrier's agent present when the
equipment is unpacked. Unpack the equipment carefully. Inspect it for
scratches, dents, cracks, or any other signs of damage. If the equipment is
damaged, save all the packing materials and notify both CXR Anderson
Jacobson and the carrier immediately. AJ will arrange for repair or
replacement of damaged equipment without waiting for settlement of claims
with the carrier. Check your packing list to verify you have received all your
equipment. In case of a shortage in any of the items for your particular
DSU, please contact your local distributor or CXR AJ Customer Service at
(800) 537-5762 .

Package Contents:
Your modem comes in a protective carton along with a number of other
items. The contents of the box will depend upon whether you have
purchased an internal or external AJ modem model.

External Modem
AJ High Speed Modem Manual
RJ-11 dial-up phone cable
DC Power Supply

Rackmount Modem Card


AJ High Speed Modem Manual
(1) 4-pin Telco Cable
(1) 8-pin Telco Cable

Rackmount Modem Card in Standalone Chassis


AJ High Speed Modem Manual
(1) 4-pin Telco Cable
(1) 8-pin Telco Cable

In case of a shortage in any of the items for your particular modem, please
contact your local distributor, or CXR Customer Service at (510) 657-8810.

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Installation Requirements
This section explains how to install the AJ High Speed modem in the
rackmount chassis or standalone case.

Items Needed to Install a Dial-Up External Modem

PC with an RS-232 serial port

RJ-11 telephone jack

An RS-232 shielded cable with a 25-pin D-type connector for the


modem-to-DTE connection

A telephone set (optional) only if voice operation is needed

Items Needed to Install a Leased Line External


Modem

A DTE, PC or terminal with an RS-232 serial port

A RJ-45 telephone line jack, and leased line connections terminated in


a JM-8 jack

An RS-232 shielded cable with a 25-pin D-type connector for the


modem-to-DTE connection

A telephone set required only for manual dial back-up operation

Items Needed to Install a Rackmount Modem

Power Cord (Standalone chassis only)

Two telephone cables (one with RJ-11 plug at both ends for dial line
connections, and one with RJ-45 plug at one end and spade lugs at
other for leased line connections)

DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) with an RS-232 serial port

A telephone line jack - either RJ-11 or RJ-45

Operator's Manual

RS-232 shielded cable with a 25 pin D-type connector for the DTE-to-
modem

AJ rackmount chassis or standalone case

Location Factors

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Determining the optimum location is the combination of several factors and


compromises. For the desktop installation it is a matter of operator
convenience and effectiveness, and the modem's proximity to line power, to
the telephone wall jack, to the telephone set (if it is to be used with the
modem) and to the location of the terminal equipment.

The rackmount chassis is typically located in a cabinet/rack that holds other


equipment or other rackmount chassis of modems. Adequate line power for
all the equipment in the cabinet must be available or brought to the chosen
location. The modem printed circuit assemblies (cards) require about 15
inches in front of the cabinet to be plugged in and out of the rackmount
chassis. Since an operator is expected to walk in front of the cabinet to
operate and observe the front panel on some occasions the space for
passage should at least be the 15 inches needed for the modem.

The rackmount modems and their chassis are designed with free airflow in
the vertical direction to provide natural convection cooling. The
specifications for the modems require a maximum ambient temperature for
the modem card of 122 degrees F. The modem rackmount chassis may
be stacked and the air will flow through the stack, but the considerations of
the temperature and the flow of the air become more critical. When
rackmount modem chassis are located in cabinets with other equipment
that would block the convection cooling it is necessary to provide a
minimum of one and one-half inches of unobstructed space at the top and
bottom so that airflow is not restricted. When the heat generated by the
equipment in the cabinet cannot be ventilated by convection cooling then
forced airflow is required. This may be done by the addition of a blower
assembly to the cabinet to force air through the equipment. In a computer
room there may be cooled air moving through ducts that may be vented into
the cabinet by only providing the appropriate openings in the floor.

Telephone Line Access


The proximity to the telephone lines must be considered in the planning
phase of the installation. The consideration of routing dial lines from a
corporate PBX system may be involved and require consultation with the
group that maintains the PBX system. The routing of bundles of cables and
the consideration of the 50 pin connector termination or the use of multiple
RJ-45 type jacks requires analysis. The future expansion or changing
requirements of the data communication system may become a part of this
decision. The use of digital lines has many of the same considerations, but
it is more likely that the Bell Operating Company serving your facility must
be consulted for determining the location for the line installation effort and
the type of connections that are the most reasonable for now and in the
future. The schedule for the planned telephone line installation may
become a critical part of completing the installation in a timely manner.

System Start-Up

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A common start-up procedure applies after the modem installation is


completed through the power on sequence. Your AJ Modem is shipped
from the factory with a common default configuration. The factory settings
for the various modem functions are presented in Table 3.1. This
configuration is stored in non-volatile memory and can be reviewed at any
time by the user with the status AT&Sn command (see Chapter 3). If the
"n" position is omitted then the full twelve pages are presented, but the
continuation of the status display can be aborted by typing any character
except <enter>. If n = the desired page of the status display, then only that
page is presented

After connecting the modem to the DTE and to the telephone line or lines,
the user should look over the option settings and note which items must be
changed from the factory settings to configure the modem appropriately for
the system and application being used. As shipped, the User Configuration
0 is the same as the dial-up Factory Configuration 0.

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TEL SET TEL LINE TERMINAL POWER OFF ON

Figure 2.1: How to Install the External Dial-Up Modems


1. Place the modem on a surface near an AC outlet, the RJ-11 telephone
wall jack and your PC.
2. Connect the modem to the telephone line. Insert one end of the
telephone cable into the modem jack marked "TEL LINE" and the other
end into the telephone wall jack.
3. Connect your telephone (optional). Connect the telephone cable from
the telephone set to the modem jack marked "TEL SET".
4. Connect the modem to your PC. Attach the RS-232 cable from the
serial port to the modem connector marked "TERMINAL". Read your
PC owner's manual to locate the serial port.
5. Turn the modem power switch OFF. Connect the power supply cable
into the connection marked "POWER" on the modem. Plug the power
supply into a standard three-prong AC wall outlet.
6. Turn the modem power switch ON. The modem will perform a self-
test. If the modem passes the self-test, three short beeps will be
heard. Failure is indicated by four lower pitch tones. If a failure occurs,
turn off the modem, check all connections, and try again. If modem still
fails, call Technical Support.

COM Port
Most PCs and PC-compatibles have two serial ports usually COM1 and
COM2. Some also have COM3 and COM4. Make sure your modem
software is set to the correct COM Port.

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Figure 2.2: External Modem Switches and Jumpers

Simple

With Telephone
&
Answering Machine

Modem

Wall Jack

Answering
Machine
With Telephone

Modem

Modem Wall Jack

Wall Jack

Figure 2.3: Connecting the Wiring for a Dial-Up


External Modem

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LEASE LINE TEL LINE TERMINAL POWER OFF ON

Figure 2.4: Installing the External Leased Line Modem -


2/4-Wire

Installing the Modem


To install the modem, place it on a convenient surface within reach of an
AC outlet, the telephone dial line connector and leased lines, and the
associated DTE (Data Terminal Equipment).
Connections
The rear of the external leased line modem has three modular jacks
labeled: LEASE LINE and TEL LINE. Determine which jacks are utilized
for the required application based upon the following:

LEASE LINE Used for 2/4-Wire lease line applications, or as the


telephone set connection for dial-data applications. This
allows for manual dialing or voice. When using the
Automatic Dial Back-Up feature, the telephone line jack is
required to access the dial network.

TEL LINE Used for the normal switched network connections to the
telephone line from the wall. Supports MI/MIC operation
for use with PBX systems, automatic call units and
telephone sets with an exclusion key.

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Rackmount Modem Card Installation


The AJ modem card can be used in a chassis with other modems, or in a
standalone case. The chassis provides printed circuit connections to the
EIA and the telephone line connectors.
The AJ modem chassis has 16 single-card slots to hold 8 of the AJ LCD
modems or 16 standard modems. Different types of modems may be
mixed in the same chassis. The AJ UCSA-03 standalone case will hold one
single or a double card slot modem.

RJ-11/45 SIGNAL
L/L-1 LEASED LINE TRANSMITTER
L/L-2 LEASED LINE TRANSMITTER GROUND
L/L-7 LEASED LINE RECEIVER GROUND
L/L-8 LEASED LINE RECEIVER

D1-4 DIAL 1 PHONE TIP


D1-5 DIAL 1 PHONE RING

D2-3 DIAL 2 MODE INDICATOR


D2-4 DIAL 2 LINE RING
D2-5 DIAL 2 LINE TIP
D2-6 DIAL 2 MODE INDICATOR COMMON

Table 2.1: Connections to RJ-11/45 Connectors to Telco

PIN POSITIONS PIN POSITIONS


8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Smart Rack Configuration UCSA-XX Configuration

Telco Jack Pin Number


1-gray 5-red
2-orange 6-black
3-yellow 7-blue
4-green 8-brown

DIAL 1 connects to the telephone set.


DIAL 2 connects to the telephone line from the wall.
LL connects to the leased line cable from the Telco.

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Figure 2.5: Rackmount Switches and Jumpers


Standard Rackmount Assembly Shown in Factory Default Position

Note: Short J10 to disable the "AT" command function

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Switch Settings for Leased Line Modems


In order to adapt the modem to work with non-standard interfaces and to
take advantage of the extra features of the modem, there are two sets of
dip switches (S1 and S2) of eight switches each which will configure the
signals on the serial (RS-232) interface. The following Section provides a
listing of the alternate EIA signals available with alternate switch settings.

External Series Modems - DipSwitch Default Settings


S1-1 ON RDL control using pin 21
S1-5 ON Speed control using pin 23
S2-3 ON LAL control using pin 25

ALL OTHER SWITCHES ARE OFF

Alternate Signals/Switch Settings for EIA Interface


For Signal Quality output to pin 21:
Set S1-1 & S1-4 OFF then set S1-2 ON.
For Signal Quality output to pin 11:
Set S1-2 & S1-3 OFF then set S1-4 ON.
For RDL command input from pin 21:
Set S1-2 & S1-3 OFF then set S1-1 ON.
For RDL command input from pin 11:
Set S1-1 & S1-4 OFF then set S1-3 ON.
For Speed command input from pin 23:
Set S1-6 OFF then set S1-5 ON.
For Speed indication output to pin 23:
Set S1-5 & S1-7 OFF then set S1-6 ON.

For Speed indication output to pin 12:


Set S1-6 OFF & set S1-7 ON.

For Unattended Automatic Dial Back-Up indication output to pin 19:


Set S2-1 ON.

For Unattended Automatic Dial Back-Up (UADBU) command input to pin


14:
Set S2-2 ON.

For LAL command input from pin 25:


Set S2-4 & S2-5 OFF then set S2-3 ON.

For Test indication output to pin 25:


Set S2-3 OFF then set S2-4 ON.

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For LAL command input from pin 18:


Set S2-3 OFF then set S2-5 ON.
Rackmount Modems
To force DSR ON: S2-6 ON
To force CD ON: S2-7 ON
To force CTS ON: S2-8 ON

External Series Modems


To force DSR ON: SW2-1
To force CD ON: SW2-2
To force CTS ON: SW2-3

SW2-4 is used for Dumb Mode

Power On Test
External Modems
Turn on the power to the modem by sliding the rear panel power switch to
the ON position.

If the modem passes the power-up self-test, three short beeps will be
heard. Failure is indicated by four lower-pitched tones and the LEDs will
indicate the type of failure.

After the self-test, the DTR LED begins to flash if DTE is not connected or
turns on if the DTE is connected and provides an on signal.

Rackmount Modems
With power applied to the rack, insert a module card into the rack.

If the modem passes the power-up self-test, three short beeps will be
heard. Failure is indicated by four lower-pitched tones.

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Modes and Configurations
Common Operations
The AJ Modems are typically operated using the industry-standard AT
command set. The AT commands for these modems have been expanded
beyond the standard set in order to incorporate the many additional
features that are included in these modems. AT commands are issued to
the modem in Command Mode. The modem is in Command Mode when it
is disconnected from the phone line. This is sometimes referred to as the
Idle Mode.

An asynchronous communication program eliminates the need to learn the


modem commands. All AT commands, except A/ and the escape code
(+++) begin with the letters AT, meaning "attention". Several commands
may share a line as a single string of commands, but only one AT prefix is
required, at the beginning of the line. Each command consists of the
following elements:

The two character sequence AT


A command
A command parameter (optional)
A carriage return

Example:
To enter the command 'Answer', type ATA and <enter>.

If the subscript n = 0 is desired it is not necessary to type the "0". If the n


position is left blank the modem assumes a "0". Table 6.2 provides the
full details of the AT commands.

Some commands do not have parameters. Any missing parameter in a


command is assigned the value zero, which may be a valid parameter for
the command. The sequence followed by AT command causes the modem
to enter a command state. That is, AT without a command serves as a
wake up code and an "OK" appears on the screen.

The modem queues commands in a 40-character command line. The


command line beginning with AT can have several commands. A separator
is not required between the commands. The command line format is:

AT command (parameter)...
(enter)

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When a carriage return is received, which terminates the command line, the
commands are performed in the order in which they are sent to the modem.
If more them 40 characters are sent to the modem, an error occurs and all
command must be re-entered.

Most users only need to use a small portion of the AT command set, the
following paragraphs discuss how to perform the most common day-to-day
modem functions utilizing the AT commands.

After a command is entered, the modem sends a message, or result code,


to the terminal screen. Most commands are acknowledged by OK. The
modem can be arranged to send the result code in words or as digits with
the Word/Digit ATVn command. The most common result codes are:

WORD CODE DIGIT CODE MEANING

OK 0 Command line executed


without error.
CONNECT 1 Connection established.
RING 2 Ring signal detected on
the line.

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Selecting a Factory Configuration


The leased line/dial-up modems have five factory default and five user
configurations. Any of these configurations can be called into action by the
AT command set, by association with a dialed number, or by the front
panel. The default factory configuration is for the most common application
of dial-up operation (AT&F0).

The factory configurations are:

Leased Line Factory Configurations 0 through 4

DIAL-UP (AT&F0)
4W LEASED LINE ORIGINATE MODE (AT&F1)
4W LEASED LINE ANSWER MODE (AT&F2)
4 WIRE LEASED LINE ORIGINATE MODE W/UADBU (AT&F3)
4 WIRE LEASED LINE ANSWER MODE W/UADBU (AT&F4)

Dial-Up Factory Configurations 0 through 4

DIAL-UP (AT&F0)
DIAL-UP & DSR, CD, CTS FORCED ON (AT&F1)
DIAL-UP & DSR, CD, CTS FORCED ON (AT&F2)
V.25bis HDLC/SDLC (AT&F3)
V.25bis BISYNC (AT&F4)

As shipped from the factory, "Factory Configuration 0" is also stored as the
"User Configuration 0", "Factory Configuration 1" is also stored as "User
Configuration 1", "Factory Configuration 2" is also stored as "User
Configuration 2", "Factory Configuration 3" is also stored as the "User
Configuration 3", and "Factory Configuration 4" is also stored as "User
Configuration 4". The desired differences can then be entered and stored
as user defined configurations. The factory configurations are defined in
Table 3.1 by using the DIAL-UP, AT&F0, as the reference and the basic
configuration.

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Selecting a Configuration By AT Command


The AT&Fn command causes the modem to load the factory configuration
"n" into the active memory of the modem, putting the modem into a known
operating state. The AT%Mn command will load into active memory one of
the user configurations "n" stored with the AT&Wn command, putting the
modem into a known operating state.

The configuration can be used as it is, or modified to fit the application. If


the configuration is modified, it can either be abandoned at the end of the
session or stored into non-volatile memory with the AT&Wn command as
shown below.

The AT&Wn command stores a new user-specified configuration in non-


volatile memory. The new configuration is based on the current settings of
the modem S-registers. This new configuration will be active if it is
associated with a number to be dialed or activated by the AT%Mn
command.

FORMAT: AT&Wn
where n = 0 - 4 for the user configurations %M0 through %M4
where n = 5 - 9 for the factory configurations &F0 through &F4

The modem will load the last configuration that was saved when it is
powered up. A factory configuration can be used without deleting the user
configuration as long as the factory configuration is not saved as the user
configuration with the AT&Wn command.

Special Reset Command - AT&W255


This is a special command that resets the modem to the factory settings
including the erasing of all telephone numbers and attributes stored, and
the erasing of all passwords that may have been stored. However, this
command does not compromise the password security features of the
modem because if a supervisor password is stored then that password is
required in order to enter this AT&W255 command. The stored
configurations will be set to the factory conditions as given in Table 3.1.
This may be a useful and a known starting point in setting the modem for
differing applications. This special command is useful when the modem is
moved to a new location or a new application is being implemented. By
utilizing the AT&W255 the factory configurations are set at a known starting
point, and telephone numbers, attributes and security features are erased
for re-entry as required.

International Variations to the Configuration

When these modems are used for international calls, there are a few
settings that should be changed. To receive a modem call from some
European countries, the guard tone must be turned on. England requires

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an answering modem to have an 1800 Hz guard tone. Some Danish


central offices require a 550 Hz guard tone. The guard tones are turned on
with the AT&Gn command. If a required guard tone is not present, the
central office will disconnect the call within two minutes. When originating
an international call, S-Register 7 should be set to 120 seconds
(ATS7=120) to allow for the possible extended time for a call to be
connected. This assures there will be enough time for the call to be
connected and for the modems to train. Some software packages have a
limit for the modem connect time, e.g. Crosstalk default is 30 seconds.
Usually there is some way to increase the default time.

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Timers
These modems have several timers that control the connection to the
phone line and the modem-DTE connection.

> Command Mode Inactivity Timer: In Command Mode, if the


carriage return <CR> is not entered within 30 seconds after the AT
entry, the command that follows is ignored. To resume work, you must
enter AT again to wake up the modem.

> Online Inactivity Timer: If no data is transferred for the period of


time specified in S-Register 32, the modem will automatically
disconnect from the telephone line. The inactivity can be related to
transmit data only, receive data only or to both as determined by the
AT%In command - see Chapter 6. The default is for the inactivity timer
to be disabled, AT%I0. Also, if S32 set to 0 the inactivity timer is
disabled. S32 may be zero or set to a positive value of 1-255 minutes
(asynchronous mode only).

> Abort Timer: If no carrier tone is detected within the time period
specified in S-Register 7, the modem will drop the line. The default
time period is 60 seconds.

> Loss of Carrier: If the modem loses carrier, it will disconnect from
the telephone line after the period of time specified by S-Register 10.
The default is 2.0 seconds.

In Table 3.1, on the following pages, the first column displays the option,
the second column indicates the current option setting, and the third column
lists the associated AT command.

Note: An * (asterisk) in Table 3.1 preceding any option setting indicates


a change from the dial-up factory setting.

Status Display Page Configuration Category


1 Visual Display and Interface Signals
2 Dialing & Answering and On-line
3 Format/Data Rate and Leased Line
4 Flow Control and Break Handling
5 Error Correction and Action Commands
6 Security Information
7 Action Commands
8 Connect Status
9 Error Correction Status
10 Test Commands
11 Leased Line Statistics
12 Dial Line Statistics

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Factory Configuration Setting # 0


2-W DIAL WITH AUTO-ANSWER, AT&F0

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 1


VISUAL DISPLAY INTERFACE SIGNALS
COMMAND ECHO ON E1 DTR NORMAL &D2
QUIET OFF Q0 DSR ANS %D2
TONE
RESULT TYPE LONG V1 CARRIER OFF- &C1
CARR
CALL PROGRESS 4 X4 CTS DTR-XMIT %C3
CONNECT MSG CARRIER *C0 RTS/RTR FORCED &R0
AT
SPEED MSG IS MODEM *N0 RTR POLARITY 0 *RP0
EXTENDED MSGS ON *V1 RTS TO CTS DLY 0 S26=0
<CR> CHAR ^M S3=13 EIA DISC TIME 1 S41=1
<LF> CHAR ^J S4=10 DSR/CD CLL BCK OFF *S0
<BS> CHAR ^H S5=8 EIA RDL CTRL OFF %ER0
EIA SPEED CTRL OFF %ES0
EIA LAL CTRL OFF %EA0
EIA DISC TIME 1 S41=1
SYNC DTR DELAY 0 S25=0

Type <enter> to continue:

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 2


DIALING AND ANSWERING ONLINE
DIALER TYPE ASYNC AT @V1 TRELLIS ON @T1
ADAPT DIAL OFF %A0 XMIT EQUALIZER OFF @X0
DIAL METHOD TONE T LOSS CD TIME 20 S10=20
DTMF PULSE WID 70 S11=70 CD DETECT TIME 6 S9=6
PULSE RATIO 39/61 &P0 LOSS CD REDIAL OFF %Q0
BLIND DL TIME 2 S6=2 BELL OFF B0
"," PAUSE TIME 2 S8=2 LONG SPACE OFF Y0
BAD SQ REDIAL OFF &Q0 AUTO RETRAIN ON %R1
AUTO REDIALS 0 S55=0 RETRAIN TIMER 40 S31=40
ANY CHAR ON %B1 AUTO FALL BACK TRN&ONL %F3
ABORT
ABORT TIMER 60 S7=60 SPEED CHANGE OFF @F0
DIAL XMIT LVL -10dBm %XD5 RESP RDL RQST ON @R1
SPEAKER CTRL 1 M1 GUARD TIME 50 S12=50
VOLUME 2 L2 ESC CHAR + S2=43

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RINGS TO ANS 1 S0=1 DOWN LINE ^Z S38=26


LOAD
GUARD TONE NONE &G0 INACTIVE TIMER DISABLE %I0
D
V.22 BIS HUNT ON %H1 INACTIVE TIME 0 S32=0

Type <enter> to continue:

Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 3


FORMAT / DATA RATE LEASE LINE
AUTO BAUD ON @A1 LEASED LINE OFF &L0
CONSTANT DTE ON @C1 LEASED LN ORIGINAT %O1
MODE E
DTE SPEED 38400 @D8 LEASE XMIT LVL -6 dBm %XL5
MODEM SPEED 33600 @M17 AUTO DIAL BKUP OFF %U0
DATA BITS 8 @B8 FALL DWN LIMIT 0 &40
PARITY NONE @P0 DIAL BKUP ALRM ON %V1
STOP BITS 1 @S1 WEEKDAY OUTSIDE %WD0
WINDOW
ASYNC/SYNC ASYNC &M0 START HOUR 0 S72=0
SYNC CLOCK INTERNA &X0 STOP HOUR 0 S73=0
L
START HOUR 0 S74=0 WEEKEND OUTSIDE %WE0
WINDOW
STOP HOUR 0 S75=0
WNDW END DISC OFF %Y0
LEASE OFF %L0
LOOKBACK
LOOKBACK 0 S56=0
TIMER

Type <enter> to continue:

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 4


FLOW CONTROL BREAK HANDLING
DTE BUFF SIZE 1024 &B1 CMD AT BRK OFF *D0
GEN LOC FC CTS *LG2 PASS XMIT BRK IMMEDIA *XK1
T
GEN LOC XON ^Q S67=17 PASS RECV BRK IMMEDIA *RK1
T
GEN LOC XOFF ^S S68=19 CLR XBF XMIT OFF *KA0

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RESP LOC FC NONE *LR0 CLR XBF RECV OFF *KB0


RESP LOC XON ^Q S64=17 CLR RBF XMIT OFF *KC0
RESP LOC XOFF ^S S65=19 CLR RBF RECV OFF *KD0
FILTER XMIT FC OFF *XF0 XMIT BRK TIME 0 S46=0
GEN REM FC NONE *RG0 RECV BRK TIME 0 S47=0
GEN REM XON ^Q S62=17
GEN REM XOFF ^S S63=19
RESP REM FC NONE *RR0
RESP REM XON ^Q S69=17
RESP REM XOFF ^S S70=19
FILTER RECV FC OFF *RF0

Type <enter> to continue:

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Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations - Continued


FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 5
ERROR CORRECTION ACTION COMMANDS
CORRECTED AUTO *M2 INITIATE ERROR CORRECTION *O
MODE
PROTOCOL TYPE LAPM/M *T3 ACCEPT ERROR CORRECTION *U
NP
DET PHASE TIME 15 S87=15 START ERROR CORRECTION *Y
ERROR ALARM ON *G1 STOP ERROR CORRECTION *Z
BLOCK/STREAM STREAM *B0
MAX PACK SIZE 256 *P3
ADAPT PACKET ON *A1
CORRECTED $ S50=36
CHAR
LINK ABORT CHR 128 S52=128
DATA COMPRESS OFF *E1
BREAK TYPE NORMAL *KT0
ATTN BRK TIME 3 S48=3

Type <enter> to continue:

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 6


SECURITY INFORMATION
ANSWERBACK: &A:ssssssssssss:ssssssssssss

PASSWORDS
SUPERVISOR: %PS:ssssssssssss:ssssssssssss
OPERATOR: %PO:ssssssssssss:ssssssssssss

SECURITY OPTIONS
"AT" COMMANDS OFF %SC0
NON-VOL WRITE OFF %SW0
ANSWER OFF %SA0
DOWN LINE LOAD OFF %SD0
RACK CONTROL OFF %SS0

PASSWORD OPTIONS
PROMPTS ON %SP1
ENTRY ATTEMPTS 1 TRY %ST0
CASE SENSITIVE OFF %SL0
AFTER CALLBACK OFF %SB0

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Type <enter> to continue:

Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations - Continued

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 7


ACTION COMMANDS
ANSWER A
DIAL Dssssssssssssssss
DIAL STORED NUMBER DSn
LIST STORED NUMBERS &N
STORE PHONE NUMBER &Zn:name:password:number:link:cnf:attr
SET CLOCK %Thh:mm:ss:mm-dd-yy

LOAD DEFAULTS ON RESET @L0 USER 0

BUSY OUT OFF *H0


RINGS TO BUSY 0 S20=0

IDENTIFICATION In
HANG UP H
GO ONLINE O

LOAD FACTORY DEFAULTS &Fn


LOAD USER CONFIGURATION %Mn
STORE USER CONFIGURATION &Wn
RESET STATISTICS *RS
RESET MODEM Z

Type <enter> to continue:

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 8


CONNECT STATUS
OFF LINE
CONNECT TIME 17:41:19
LAST DIAL 555-1234

Type <enter> to continue:

NOTE: When modems are on-line the display will resemble this
format:
ON LINE ORIGINATE

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MODULATION 33600 V.34 or (Modulation Types)


SIGNAL QUALITY 9 V.34
RECEIVE LEVEL -33 dBm V.32terbo
ROUND TRIP DELAY 71 mS V.32bis
FAR END ECHO -66 dBm V.32
CONNECT TIME 00:00:46 V.22bis
LAST DIAL 555-1111 V.22

Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations - Continued

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 9


ERROR CORRECTION STATUS
TRANSMIT RECEIVE
63678 SECONDS
12 0 CHARACTERS
12 0 BYTES
12 0 DATA FRAMES
0 0 RNR FRAMES
13249 13261 RR FRAMES
0 0 REJ FRAMES
0 0 ATTN FRAMES
0 0 ATTN ACK FRAMES

128 DATA BYTES CURRENT MAXIMUM PER FRAME


128 DATA BYTES ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM PER FRAME

ERROR CORRECTION OFF

Type <enter> to continue:

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 10


TEST COMMANDS
LOCAL ANALOG LOOP &T1
LAL WITH SELF TEST &T8
SEND DTMF TONE &T2n
LOCAL DIGITAL LOOP &T3
REMOTE DIGITAL LOOP &T6
RDL WITH SELF TEST &T7
LAPM RDL WITH SELF &T9
TEST

STOP TEST &T0

TEST TIMER 0 S18=0


LAL HOOK CTRL OFF @H0

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Type <enter> to continue:

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 11


LEASE LINE STATISTICS
LEASE LINE ACTIVE 63679 SECONDS
UADBU ACTIVE 0 SECONDS
CONNECTION DOWN 62 SECONDS
TOTAL 63741 SECONDS

LEASE LINE RETRAINS 0


UADBU CONNECTIONS 0

Type <enter> to continue:

Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations - Continued

FACTORY CONFIGURATION 0 PAGE 12


DIAL LINE STATISTICS
DIAL LINE ACTIVE 0 SECONDS
DIAL LINE IDLE 63743 SECONDS
TOTAL 63743 SECONDS

ORIGINATE CONNECTS 0
ANSWER CONNECTS 0
ORIGINATE FAILURES 0
ANSWER FAILURES 0
DIAL LINE RETURNS 0
DIAL RETURN TIME 0 SECONDS

Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations - Continued

Factory Configuration Setting # 1

Default Factory Configuration Setting # 1


4-W LEASED LINE ORIGINATE MODE, AT&F1
Same as AT&F0 except:
1) COMMAND ECHO OFF E0
2) QUIET ON Q1
3) CONNECT MSG AT XMIT OK *C1

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4) DTR FORCED &D0


5) DSR FORCED %D0
6) CARRIER OFF-XMIT &C2
7) CTS FORCED %C0
8) ANY CHAR ABORT OFF %B0
9) AUTO BAUD OFF @A0
10) DTE SPEED 9600 @D4
11) DATA BITS 7 @B7
12) PARITY EVEN @P4
13) LEASED LINE 4-WIRE &L2
14) DTE BUFF SIZE 256 &B0
15) GEN LOC FC NONE *LG0
16) CORRECTED MODE EXCLUSIV *M3
17) DATA COMPRESS OFF *E0

Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations - Continued

Default Factory Configuration Setting # 2


4-W LEASED LINE ANSWER MODE, AT&F2
Same as AT&F0 except:
1) COMMAND ECHO OFF E0
2) QUIET ON Q1
3) CONNECT MSG AT XMIT OK *C1
4) DTR FORCED &D0
5) DSR FORCED %D0
6) CARRIER OFF-XMIT &C2
7) CTS FORCED %C0
8) ANY CHAR ABORT OFF %B0
9) AUTO BAUD OFF @A0
10) DTE SPEED 9600 @D4
11) DATA BITS 7 @B7
12) PARITY EVEN @P4
13) LEASED LINE 4-WIRE &L2
14) LEASED LN MODE ANSWER %O0
15) DTE BUFF SIZE 256 &B0
16) GEN LOC FC NONE *LG0
17) CORRECTED MODE EXCLUSIV *M3
18) DATA COMPRESS OFF *E0

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Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations - Continued

Default Factory Configuration Setting # 3


4-W LEASED LINE ORIGINATE W/ UADBU, AT&F3
Same as AT&F0 except:
1) COMMAND ECHO OFF E0
2) QUIET ON Q1
3) CONNECT MSG AT XMIT OK *C1
4) DTR FORCED &D0
5) DSR FORCED %D0
6) CARRIER OFF-XMIT &C2
7) CTS FORCED %C0
8) ANY CHAR ABORT OFF %B0
9) AUTO BAUD OFF @A0
10) DTE SPEED 9600 @D4
11) DATA BITS 7 @B7
12) PARITY EVEN @P4
13) LEASED LINE 4-WIRE &L2
14) AUTO DIAL BKUP ON %U1
15) DIAL BKUP ALRM OFF %V0
16) LEASE LOOKBACK ON %L1
17) LOOKBACK TIMER 1 S56=1
18) DTE BUFF SIZE 256 &B0
19) GEN LOC FC NONE *LG0
20) CORRECTED MODE EXCLUSIV *M3
21) DATA COMPRESS OFF *E0
22) TEST TIMER 60 S18=60

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Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations - Continued

Default Factory Configuration Setting # 4


4-W LEASED LINE ANSWER W/ UADBU, AT&F4
Same as AT&F0 except:
1) COMMAND ECHO OFF E0
2) QUIET ON Q1
3) CONNECT MSG AT XMIT OK *C1
4) DTR FORCED &D0
5) DSR FORCED %D0
6) CARRIER OFF-XMIT &C2
7) CTS FORCED %C0
8) BAD SQ REDIAL SQ <= 7 &Q2
9) ANY CHAR ABORT OFF %B0
10) AUTO BAUD OFF @A0
11) DTE SPEED 9600 @D4
12) DATA BITS 7 @B7
13) PARITY EVEN @P4
14) LEASED LINE 4-WIRE &L2
15) LEASED LN MODE ANSWER %O0
16) AUTO DIAL BKUP ON %U1
17) LEASE LOOKBACK ON %L1
18) DTE BUFF SIZE 256 &B0
19) GEN LOC FC NONE *LG0
20) CORRECTED MODE EXCLUSIV *M3
21) DATA COMPRESS OFF *E0
22) TEST TIMER 60 S18=60

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Table 3.1: Factory Default Configurations - Continued

Factory Dial Configurations (1-4)


Factory Configuration Setting # 1
DTR, DSR CD FORCED AT&F1
Same as AT&F0 except:
1) DTR FORCED &D0
2) DSR FORCED %D0
3) CARRIER FORCED &C0
Factory Configuration Setting # 2
DTR, DSR CD FORCED AT&F2
Same as AT&F0 except:
1) DTR FORCED &D0
2) DSR FORCED %D0
3) CARRIER FORCED &C0
Factory Configuration Setting # 3
V.25bis HDLC/SDLC DIALER AT&F3
Same as AT&F0 except:
1) COMMAND ECHO OFF E0
2) CARRIER DTR-CARR &C3
3) DIALER TYPE V25 HDLC @V3
4) AUTO BAUD OFF @A0
5) ASYNC/SYNC SYNC &M1
6) GEN LOC FC NONE *LG0
7) CORRECTED MODE OFF *M1
Factory Configuration Setting # 4
V.25bis BISYNC DIALER AT&F4
Same as AT&F0 except:
1) COMMAND ECHO OFF E0
2) CARRIER DTR-CARR &C3
3) DIALER TYPE V25 BISY @V4
4) AUTO BAUD OFF @A0
5) ASYNC/SYNC SYNC &M1
6) GEN LOC FC NONE *LG0
7) CORRECTED MODE OFF *M1

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Modes and Configurations

Dial-Up Operation
The modems can be used in the dial-up mode over the switched network.
The following procedure will allow the user to quickly set up the modem for
this common installation. The actual installation may be different from the
example. In that case, the user must interpret the instructions to fit the
application and the equipment used. The following procedure assumes the
modem is set to the as shipped factory default configuration and an
asynchronous terminal or PC running a terminal emulator program is
provided.

Connect the modem to the terminal or PC using an RS-232 cable with pins
2, 3, 7 and 20 as the minimum connection. If the terminal or PC does not
have a pin 20 (DTR) output, this signal can be forced on in the modem with
the AT&D0&W <CR> command (<CR> = Carriage Return or ENTER).
Some terminals or PCs require one or more of pins 5, 6 and 8 to operate.
In that case, those pins will require connection and/or be forced on by the
modem. See the AT commands in Table 6.1 + 6.2.

Set the terminal or PC speed to the highest speed of operation for


communications. The DTR LED on the front panel modem should be
illuminated. DTR must be on for an originating modem to connect or for an
answering modem to answer a call.

TYPE: AT <CR> Modem responds: OK

If the modem does not respond, the other pins mentioned above may
require connection and/or be forced on using the dip switches. The RS-232
cable may be mis-wired.

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To Originate A Call
TYPE: ATDT<telephone number><CR>

The modem speaker will turn on. The following sounds will be heard:
Dial tone.
Touch tones as the modem dials.
The ring signal or a busy signal.
The answer tone from the remote modem.
A series of harsh sounds as the modems "handshake" and "train".

The following messages, as a minimum, will be sent to the terminal:

BUSY
or
CONNECT 28800/V.42bis (or another speed), or
CONNECT 19200/V.42bis (or another speed)

The speaker will turn off when the modems have finished the connection
sequence (handshake and training) and the CD LED will illuminate.

If the telephone line is not of good quality the modem may redial, or the
modem may operate at a lower speed and send a CONNECT message to
the terminal or PC. If the terminal does not auto-baud, or the modem is not
set for constant terminal speed, it will be necessary to change the terminal
speed.

To Answer A Call:
Connect the equipment as above.
TYPE: ATS0=1&W <CR> Modem responds: OK

The modem is now set to answer a call.

Note: This step may not be necessary. The modem is set for auto-
answer when shipped.

When a call comes in, the modem speaker will indicate the ringing.

The modem starts answering by sending the answer tone and starting the
training sequence. A series of harsh sounds will be heard as the modems
"handshake" and "train".

The speaker will turn off and the CD LED will illuminate on the modem front
panel.

The modem is now connected with the far-end modem.

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Disconnecting From The Telephone Line


There are several ways to disconnect the modem from the telephone line to
end a call:

> Press the DL/DIS switch on the front panel; RESET on the Fax Modem.

> Enter the escape code (+++) to return the modem to "AT" command
mode, then issue the ATH disconnect code from the DTE.

> If the modem is set to pay attention to DTR (AT&D2 is selected) turn off
DTR from the DTE or turn off the DTE. The modem will sense the On-
to-Off transition of DTR and will disconnect from the line.

> The modem will automatically disconnect if the remote modem


disconnects.

> If a positive value is stored in S-Register 32, the modem will automatically
disconnect from the line if no data is transmitted, received or both
(depending on the AT%In command) after the number of minutes
specified in S-Register 32. Setting S-Register 32 to 0 disables the online
inactivity timer (asynchronous mode only).

> Turn off or unplug the modem from the wall connection.

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Busy-Out
Busy-Out is typically used in applications where multiple modems are used
in a pooling environment and all incoming calls must be accounted for. If a
modem goes bad, it may block all other modems "behind" it from receiving
calls if not made busy. By enabling Busy-Out, the rotary group will "skip"
the bad modem and go to the next available modem.

Conditions that will cause a modem "busy-out" to occur include:


1. The modem power-up self-test failed.

2. No +5v power supplied to the modem.

3. The modem rings 5 times without going off hook (this might occur if no
DTR signal is present).

4. The modem answered 5 consecutive incoming calls without


successfully connecting with the remote modem. This might occur if
the DSP is defective or the phone line is connected to the wrong jack.

Note: 1) Jumpers J-12 and J-13 must be put in the ON position


2) When a modem busy-out condition occurs the DTR, DSR, CD,
CTS, SQ, ERR, TST and speed LEDs will flash continuously.
Non-flashing LEDs will indicate the type of failure that has
occurred:

DSR Ring without answer


CD Failed power-up self-test
CTS Failed answer handshake

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Phone Directory
AJ modems have a 100-number directory to store telephone numbers,
name codes, passwords, attributes and call-linking codes. Information is
entered in the directory with the AT&Zn command.

To display the phone number list, enter the AT&N command. This
command displays the list of the phone numbers stored in non-volatile
memory. The format of the display and an example follows:

# NAME PASSWORD PHONE # LINK CNF ATT


R
00 JOHN (408) 555-0000 04 D
01 FRANK B24E451 (408) 555-1111 N
02 HENRY Ad24rE (408) 555-2222 C
03 TOM (415) 555-3333 1 D
04 JOE (415) 555-3333 D

"#" The index of the stored phone number. This


number can range from 0 to 99.

"NAME" A 12-character ASCII string which is used for


dialing and answer security.

"PASSWORD" A 12-character ASCII string which is used for


answer security.

"PHONE NUMBER" A 25-character phone number, including


hyphens, parentheses, and dial modifiers.

"LINK" The index of the next stored number in a chain.


If an attempted call fails, the modem then dials
the "linked" number. In the above example,
suppose a call is made to John by typing
"ATDS0". If John's phone is busy then the
modem will automatically dial Joe.

"CNF" The stored configuration associated with this


phone number. This number can range from 0
to 9. In the above example, suppose a call is
made to Tom by typing "ATDS3". The
configuration stored in location 1 will be loaded
before dialing the phone number.

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"ATTR" The attributes associated with this stored


number. Valid attributes are:

A - Auto initiated call (DTR or front panel)


D - Dial out location
N - Pass through answer security location
C - Call back answer security location
S - Secured location (no display)
P - Password transmit location

AT&Zn is used to store a phone number and associated information in non-


volatile memory at location "n". FORMAT:

AT&Zn:NAME:PASSWORD:PHONE:LINK:CNF:ATTR

Example:
AT&Z5:BILL:555-1234
stores the number "555-1234" at stored location 5 with the name
"BILL". The PASSWORD, LINK and CNF values are left blank to
indicate that they are not used. The ATTR will default to "D".

Example:
AT&Z7:SUE:T3O68:555-4321:::C
stores the number "555-4321" at stored location 7 with the name
"SUE", password "T3O68". The LINK and CNF values are blank
to indicate they are not used. ATTR is set to "C". An asterisk can
be used when changing a value in an existing phone number
record.

Example:
AT&Z4:*:*:*:*:N
will change the ATTR to "N" while leaving the remaining
information unchanged.

Example:
You want to make a long distance call using a credit card number
that makes the phone number longer than the standard 25
character limit:
AT&Z0:::510-555-1234-12345678+:1::D
AT&Z1:::90123456:::D

In location 0 (AT&Z0), the "+" character at the end of the phone


number string indicates that more digits are to be added to the
phone number. The LINK value of 1 is used to extend the phone

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number value into the next directory listing (AT&Z1). The ATTR
is set to D.
Security
There are extensive security features in the AJ modems to prevent
unauthorized access to the modem or attached equipment. The operation
of these features allows different means of security to be utilized as best
suited to the application. There are some precautions that should be taken
to make access more difficult:

> Passwords should be protected on a "need to know" basis.

> Passwords should be changed frequently, especially if there is a


turnover of personnel.

> Passwords should be alphanumeric and not something easily guessed.


The most frequently used combination for the safes on the Manhattan
Project was "238". If "TEST" or "JOE" were used for passwords, the
most unsophisticated attempts would breach the security. Using a
password such as "B45M9J3" would require a nearly impossible effort
to achieve access.

Please do not forget the passwords. There is no


easy way to access the modem for that
circumstance and a return to the factory for repair
may be required.

Password Security
There are two types of passwords defined. The "operator" password is
required to operate the modem. The "supervisor" password is required for
higher level procedures such as to change options or to view memory. The
operator defines the 2 passwords using the "%PO" and "%PS" commands
described above.

Suppose that the following commands are entered:

AT%PO:USER:USER
AT%PS:SUPER:SUPER
AT%SC1

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These commands set the operator password to be "USER" and the


supervisor password to be "SUPER" (Please do not use these as
passwords). In addition, the "AT" command security option has been
enabled. The modem will now not allow any "AT" commands until the
operator or supervisor password has been entered.

There are two ways to enter a password:


1. The password can be entered on the "AT" command line by enclosing
it in parentheses. For example:

AT(USER)DT555-1111

2. The "AT" command line can be entered without the password and the
modem will prompt for the password before executing the command.
For example:

ATDT555-1111
Enter password:

The user now enters the correct password and the modem will then dial the
number. The modem will not echo the characters as the password is
entered.

The supervisor password can be entered in place of the operator password


to allow complete access to all commands.

The password is entered only once. Once the


password has been entered it will remain in
effect until either the modem is reset or a
connection is dropped.

Passwords Provide These Controls:


Allows access to AT dialer
Dialing from memory, viewing stored numbers, changing stored
numbers
Changing answerback, operator password, supervisor password
Allows down-line loading

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Security Features
Pass-Through Access

The pass-through access security feature causes the answering modem to


request a password from a calling modem. If the password entered at the
calling modem matches one of the passwords stored in the answering
modem telephone number directory with an "N" attribute, the calling modem
will connect to the remote modem.

To set up pass-through access security:

1. Store the pass-through access security at the answering modem where


the password field is the password and "N" is the attribute.

2. Enable pass-through access security in the answering modem with the


command AT%SA1.

When pass-through security is enabled, the modem will prompt callers for a
password. If the caller enters the correct password, the modem will allow
access to the DTE. If the password entry is incorrect, the modem will
simply disconnect from the line.

Answer back

The answerback security feature function is like the pass-through access


function except the operator does not type the password. The answering
modem upon connection will request a password from the calling modem by
sending a special character. The calling modem must respond with the
correct answer back code within 2 seconds or it will be disconnected.

To set up answer back security:

Type AT&A:xxx..xxx:xxx..xxx<CR>, where xxx..xxx is the answer


back code of up to 12 characters on both the calling and answering
modems. When storing the answer back code it must be entered twice to
ensure that it is saved correctly.

To disable answer back security: Type AT&A<CR>

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Callback
Callback security protects data bases from unauthorized access by
requesting a password and calling back the telephone number associated
with that password. This security feature ensures that connections with
incoming calls are made only with authorized locations.
When the callback security feature is enabled, the answering modem will
request a password from the calling modem. If the password entered
matches one of the passwords stored with a "C" attribute in the answering
modem telephone number directory, the answering modem will disconnect
from the telephone line and place a call back to the calling modem at the
telephone number stored in the same memory location as the password. If
the y command is set in the answering modem, when the call back
telephone connection is made the initial answering modem again requests
the password from the initial calling modem. The answering modem again
compares the password from the calling modem with the stored password,
and if correct then data transmission is allowed.
Setting up call back security involves storing the appropriate telephone
number and password in memory with the "C" attribute and enabling call
back security with the AT%SA1 command. The answering modem will
have a random delay before dialing back the calling modem.

To set up call back security:


1. Store the call back number at the answering modem, where the
password field is the password, and the number is the number of the
dialing modem with the "CD" attributes.

2. Enable call back security in the answering modem with the command
AT%SA1.
Callback security can be selected for any or all of the 100 memory
locations. If more than one location is selected for call back, the modem
searches all "C" designated locations for the password entered by the
caller. If the password matches the password stored in one of those
locations, the modem disconnects and places a call to the number stored in
that location. If the password does not match the password with a "C"
designated number, the modem drops the line.
Note:
1. CD and DSR pins on the RS-232 interface connector can be held on
during the callback by entering the command AT*S1.

2. The prompt "Password:" can be set so it will not be sent to the remote
modem by entering the command %SP0.

3. The modem password can be set to select the upper and lower case
by entering the command %SL1.

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Password Access
The automatic modem password security operation, particularly useful with
synchronous terminals, provides an automatic exchange of the password
between the modems before data transmission is allowed. When a phone
number being dialed has an associated "P" attribute in the calling modem,
the modem will wait for a password prompt to be received from the
answering modem. If the calling modem receives the prompt in a few
seconds it will respond with the "PASSWORD" stored with the dialed
number and the "P" attribute. It will then allow data transmissions to
proceed. If no prompt is received then it will allow transmissions when the
timer expires in a few seconds. The answering modem for this type security
will store the password expected, and when received it will proceed with
data transmissions.

To set up automatic modem password access


security:
1. Store the password in the "PASSWORD" field in both modems. Use
the "P" attribute plus an A" attribute (or a "D" attribute if dialing is by
AT commands from an asynchronous terminal keyboard) in the calling
modem, and the "N" attribute in the answering modem.

2. Enable the pass-through access security in the answering modem with


the AT%SA1 command.

3. For additional security, the answer back security and/or a second


password transmission may be implemented as in call back security.
For this operation include the "C" attribute instead of the "N" attribute in
the answering modem. See answer back and call back security
operations. For the automatic operation to function with the front panel
push button switch, the number dialed will be the first location in the
phone list with an "A" attribute stored and the "P" attribute must be
stored with the "A". If a second password request is used with call
back security the AT%SB1 command is set in the answer modem, and
it must also be set in the originate modem.

Examples:

1. Pass Through. The modem should prompt for name and password. If
a correct name/password combination is entered then the connection is
allowed to pass through.

AT%SA2 enable answer security


AT%SP1 prompts turned on
AT%ST0 allow 1 attempt
AT%SL0 case sensitivity disabled
AT&Z0:Joe:XXYZZ::::N store Joe

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AT&Z0:Tom:XXZYY::::N store Tom

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2. Call Back. The modem should prompt for name and password. If a
correct name/password combination is entered then the modem should
call back the user.

AT%SA2 enable answer security


AT%SP1 prompts turned on
AT%ST0 allow 1 attempt
AT%SL0 case sensitivity disabled
AT&Z0:Joe:XXYZZ:555-1111:::C store Joe
AT&Z0:Tom:XXZYY:555-2222:::C store Tom

3. Call Back. The modem should prompt for password only. If an


incorrect password is entered the modem should allow a second and
third attempt. If a correct password is entered then the modem should
call back the user.

AT%SA1 enable answer security


AT%SP1 prompts turned on
AT%ST1 allow 3 attempts
AT%SL0 case sensitivity disabled
AT&Z0:Joe:XXYZZ:555-1111:::C store Joe
AT&Z0:Tom:XXZYY:555-2222:::C store Tom

4. Call Back. The modem should wait for password only, without
prompting. The password will consist of lower and upper case
characters. If a correct password is entered then the modem should
call back the user.

AT%SA1 enable answer security


AT%SP0 prompts turned off
AT%ST0 allow 1 attempt
AT%SL1 case sensitivity enabled
AT&Z0:Joe:XXYZZ:555-1111:::C store Joe
AT&Z0:Tom:XXZYY:555-2222:::C store Tom

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Unattended Automatic Dial (Leased Line)


This feature is used to automatically originate and hold a connection during
a specified time of day. If the connection is dropped it will automatically
redial. For example, suppose you want the modem to automatically
originate a call between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and
maintain the call within a specified time. Set the originate modem as
follows:

ATS72=8S73=17 <CR>: Set window from 8 am - 5 p.m. weekdays


AT%Y1: Modem will disconnect from dial line at the end of window
AT%WD1: Originate only inside the window on weekdays
AT%U1: Dial enabled
ATS74=0S75=0: Set window for the weekend
AT%WE1: Originate is disabled during the weekend
AT%O1: Set to originate
AT&L3: Unattended Automatic Dial Back-Up
AT&D0: Force DTR on

Restricted Auto Answer (Leased Line)


This feature is used when the customer needs the modem to not answer
after a specified time or to disconnect at a specified time. For example,
suppose you want the modem to answer between 8 am and 5 p.m. Monday
through Friday and disconnect at the end of the window. Set the answer
modem as follows:

ATS72=8S73=17 <CR>: Set window from 8 am - 5 p.m. weekdays


AT%Y1: Modem will disconnect from dial line at the end of window
AT%WD1: Originate only inside the window on weekdays
AT%U1: Answer enabled
ATS74=0S75=0: Set window for the weekend
AT%WE1: Originate is disabled during the weekend
AT%O0: Set to Auto Answer
AT&L3: Unattended Automatic Dial Back-Up only
AT&D0: Force DTR on

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Automatic Answer Disable Timers


Another means of security is to control the time period when the modem is
allowed to automatically answer an incoming call. There are two
independent time intervals that can be set by the S-Registers, S90 and
S91, to provide this type security. A range of 1 to 255 minutes is allowed
for each register and a default setting of "0" disables the feature.

The setting of S90, Initial Auto Answer Disable Timer, provides a time
interval from the time the DTR signal is forced on, or it is turned on by the
DTE, to the time a ring signal is received. When this time interval expires
the modem is disabled and will not auto answer a call until it is reset. To
reset this timer press the DL/DIS switch twice, turn power off and then on,
or issue the ATZ general reset command.

The setting of S91, Redial Auto Answer Disable Timer, provides an allowed
time interval for a redial to occur. The time interval begins when a call is
auto answered. If the modem is unable to connect because of an
unacceptable signal, the timer allows a redial within the set time interval to
be auto answered. The timer is reset when the modem answers a call but
cannot complete a successful connection, the carrier is lost on an answered
call that is disconnected, or when a "load saved configuration" operation is
accomplished at a call disconnect. When the time expires the modem will
not auto answer a call until it is reset.

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Remote Configuration
The AJ Modems feature the down-line loading capability, which allows the
controlling site to configure or reconfigure all modems in a network from a
central location. All parameters in a modem's memory can be set remotely,
including all information stored in the telephone number directory, all option
settings, and the passwords. The AT&S command to the remote modem
will provide the status screens of the remote modem to the local operator.
The procedure to implement down-line loading is:

Set the modem for asynchronous mode (AT&M0).

Place a data call to the remote modem.

After the security password exchange,

ENTER: CONTROL Z -three times


(in the same manner as "+++"). The modem will request
the supervisor password.

ENTER: Supervisor Password.


The modem will reply: OK

The operator at the local site now has control of the remote modem and
may proceed to issue AT commands to the remote modem.

ENTER: AT commands - followed by a carriage return in the


usual manner.

When configuration operation is completed then:

ENTER: ATO -to return to data mode.

Note: If the remote DTE is echoing the data, then the down-line load
character defined and stored in S38 of the remote modem must be
different from the down-line load character defined and stored in
S38 of the local modem. If these characters are not set different
then the modems will both become locked in a down-line load
condition.

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Error Correction and Data Compression


The AJ Modems support V.42 error correction LAPM protocol plus V.42bis
data compression, and the Microcom Networking Protocol (MNP) Class 4
error correction plus MNP Class 5 data compression. These protocols are
designed to be as transparent to the user as possible. These operations
are discussed in the paragraphs that follow.

LAPM/MNP Error Correction Operation

LAPM/MNP provides error free communications and a boost in throughput.


LAPM/MNP works by dividing data to be transmitted into segments, or
frames. Each frame is transmitted with additional information so that the
receiving modem can determine if an error occurred in the frame. If there is
an error, the receiving modem requests the transmitting modem to re-
transmit the frame. A frame will be re-translated until it is received
correctly, or the two modems decide that the telephone line is too degraded
to allow acceptable transmission, and then hang up.

LAPM/MNP has its own flow control and break handling methods built into
the protocol. This means that a LAPM/MNP communications link is always
divided into three virtual links: a non-error corrected link between the DTE
and modem, the LAPM/MNP error corrected link between the modems, and
another non-error corrected link between the remote modem and remote
device.

When the AT*Tn command is set for LAPM operation with n=2, or if LAPM
is automatically operative when n=3, an error free connection will be
established with an enhanced throughput. Errors in the data transmission
will be detected and corrected with generally no noticeable effect to the
operator. The LAPM operation begins with a detection phase of a time
period determined by the setting of the S87 register (default time setting is
1.5 seconds).

During the detection phase the originating modem transmits a special


character pattern and the answering modem responds with another special
pattern. If the originating modem detects the response pattern within the
detect time a LAPM connection is established. If the special pattern for
LAPM is not detected the originating modem proceeds to a MNP
connection if MNP is enabled. If the answering modem does not receive
the special LAPM pattern from the originating modem within the detect time
it will wait for a MNP frame for 3 seconds if MNP is enabled. Note: If the
S87 register time is set to "0" the detection phase is bypassed and the
modems proceed directly to a LAPM connection and the fallback to MNP
will be disabled.

When an originating modem receives the appropriate carrier signal and


then determines it is not a LAPM link, it then sends an MNP frame which

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Modes and Configurations

contains parameters concerning the level of MNP the modem can support.
Upon receipt of this frame, the answering modem sends a similar frame,
and the two modems negotiate to use the highest mutually supported level
of MNP. If the answering modem does not send its initial frame, or sends
non-MNP data, the originating modem will recognize that the answering
modem does not support MNP. In such a case, the modem will connect in
the non-MNP mode or will go on-hook, depending upon the command
issued.

CAUTION: When the answering non-MNP modem passes the initial


MNP frame to a computer system it is likely to be
unintelligible data to the system and provoke an
undesired computer response. For such situations it may
be necessary to not attempt to originate an MNP type call
to the non-MNP modem, or to incorporate some action by
the computer system to ignore the initial modem data
containing the MNP frame.

Once a MNP link is formed, it is maintained until it is explicitly stopped with


a command, the phone line becomes too noisy or degraded, or the modem
goes on-hook.

The LAPM/MNP feature is enabled by the following procedure:

1) Enable a DTE flow control option:

The flow control function instructs a DTE to stop transmitting if the


modem buffers fill to capacity. Modem buffers tend to fill up rapidly
whenever severe line conditions are encountered. Modems usually
initiate the Stop Transmitting command by either dropping the Clear to
Send (CTS) signal, or alternately by transmitting XOFF.

If the DTE responds to the CTS signal, it will stop transmitting when the
CTS signal is not in the active state. For this condition use the command:
AT*LG2

If the DTE responds to XON/XOFF characters, use the command:


AT*LG1*RF1

2) Enable the LAPM/MNP operation enter: AT*Mn

The following chart summarizes the functions provided by setting of the


AT*Mn command:

Command LAPM/MNP
Active Mode
AT*M0 no Direct mode
AT*M1 no Normal
AT*M2 maybe Automatic

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AT*M3 yes Exclusive

To enable the LAPM/MNP connect message, enter: AT*V1

To check the status of the modem, enter: AT&Sn


n = 0 - Complete modem configuration display

Note: If the LAPM/MNP feature will be frequently utilized, it is important


that the AT&W command is entered to save the flow control and
LAPM/MNP options set in non-volatile memory. As a result, the
modem will power up with these options set, and it will not be
necessary to reset these options in the event of power loss.

V.42bis and MNP Class 5 Data Compression


With a LAPM or a MNP connection this command offers the user the option
of data compression in addition to error correction to increase throughput.
If enabled, V.42bis compression will be active for a LAPM connection or
MNP Class 5 data compression will be active for a MNP connection. These
operations are entirely transparent to the user.

The AT*En Command for Data Compression

AT*En Where "n" is either "0" or "1"


AT*E0 = Data compression is disabled
AT*E1 = (Default) Modem will operate with V.42bis data compression if a
LAPM link is established, or will operate with MNP Class 5 data
compression if a MNP link is established.

The AT*En command enables or disables data compression when a LAPM


or MNP connection is established. If AT*E1 is set, which is the default
state, then the modem will attempt to operate with compression when it
originates or answers a call. If AT*E0 is set then the modem will not
provide compression. Most users will benefit from keeping the default
setting of AT*E1 and using the data compression facility whenever
available. If the data stream consists mainly of binary information, then the
throughput will be increased by disabling compression with AT*E0.

The AT&S9 Status Display


To review the Error Correction Status Display discussed below, enter the
AT&S9 command. Both a LAPM and a MNP Class 5 example and details
are provided below.

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Error Correction/Data Compression Status


LAPM Example

TRANSMIT RECEIVE
31135 53113 SECONDS
21250216 21250478 CHARACTERS
21250216 21250478 BYTES
60011 60011 DATA FRAMES
3 0 RNR FRAMES
19972 20000 RR FRAMES
1 0 REJ FRAMES
0 0 ATTN FRAMES
0 0 ATTN ACK FRAMES

256 DATA BYTES CURRENT MAXIMUM PER FRAME


256 DATA BYTES ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM PER FRAME
LAPM, WINDOW SIZE 15 (TRANSMIT), 15 (RECEIVE)
OK
or for V.42bis data compression with a LAPM connection:
V.42 BIS: BOTH DIRECTIONS, DICTIONARY SIZE 1024, STRING
LENGTH 32
OK

The two columns are for transmit and receive statistics, respectively. The
line labeled "Seconds" shows the number of seconds since the
communications link was formed. In the above example, the modems were
linked for 53113 seconds, or nearly 15 hours, when the status display was
obtained.

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Characters (LAPM)

The line labeled "Characters" shows the number of characters sent and
received by the modem since the link was formed.

Bytes (LAPM)

The line labeled "Bytes" shows the number of bytes sent and received by
the modem since the link was formed. Without compression with a LAPM
link the "Characters" and "Bytes" are the same. If compression is active
then the "Bytes" sent and received are significantly less than the
"Characters" sent and received as a result of the compression operation.

Data Frames (LAPM)

The line labeled "Data Frames" shows the number of LAPM data frames
sent and received.

RNR Frames (LAPM)

The line labeled "RNR Frames" shows the number of "Receive Not Ready"
frames sent and received. The modem sends a RNR frame when it is not
ready to receive data frames.

RR Frames (LAPM)

The line labeled "RR Frames" shows the number of "Receive Ready"
frames sent and received.

The modem sends a RR frame when it is ready to receive data frames.

REJ Frames (LAPM)

The line labeled "REJ Frames" shows the number of "Reject" frames sent
and received. The modem sends a REJ frame when an error is detected
that requires the remote modem to re-send a data frame.

Attn Frames (LAPM)

The line labeled "Attn Frames" shows the number of LAPM break signals
sent and received.

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Attn Ack Frames (LAPM)


The line labeled "Attn Ack Frames" shows the number of LAPM break
signal acknowledgments sent and received. The next two lines show the
maximum number of bytes allowed in a data frame. The first line shows the
maximum number in effect at the time the status display was obtained. The
second line shows the absolute maximum number agreed upon by the two
modems when the LAPM link was formed. If there are many errors on the
phone line then the maximum number of bytes per data frame is reduced to
increase the throughput.

The last line with a LAPM error correction link indicates the LAPM
connection plus the window size that the modems have agreed they can
both buffer internally in the transmit and the receive directions. The last line
with a V.42bis data compression link indicates the V.42bis connection plus
the directions that compression is operative, the dictionary size and the
string length.

Error Correction/Data Compression Status


MNP Example
TRANSMIT RECEIVE
31135 53113 SECONDS
21250216 21250478 CHARACTERS
15362453 21252634 BYTES
60011 60011 DATA FRAMES
3 0 DUP DATA FRAMES
19972 20000 DATA ACK FRAMES
1 0 ERRORS
0 0 ATTN FRAMES
0 0 ATTN ACK FRAMES

256 DATA BYTES CURRENT MAXIMUM PER FRAME


256 DATA BYTES ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM PER FRAME
CLASS 5, WINDOW SIZE 8
OK

The two columns are for transmit and receive statistics, respectively. The
line labeled "Seconds" shows the number of seconds since the
communications link was formed. In the above example, the modems were
linked for 53113 seconds, or nearly 15 hours, when the status display was
obtained.

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Modes and Configurations

Characters
The line labeled "Characters" shows the number of uncompressed
characters sent and received by the modem since the link was formed. The
data throughput can be calculated by dividing the number of characters
sent or received by the time.

Bytes

The line labeled "Bytes" shows the number of compressed bytes sent and
received by the modem since the link was formed. The compression ratio,
a measure of the compressibility of the data, may be obtained by dividing
the number of uncompressed characters sent or received by the number of
compressed bytes sent or received. In the example, the transmit
compression ratio is 21250216 uncompressed characters divided by
15362453 compressed characters or 1.38. This means every data byte
sent by the modem represented 1.38 bytes of user's data.

Data Frames
The line labeled "Data Frames" shows the number of MNP data frames
sent and received.

Dup Data Frames

The line labeled "Dup Data Frames" shows the number of MNP data frames
that were resent because of an error. In the example, the modem was
notified of one error and resent three data frames because of it.

Data Ack Frames

The line labeled "Data Ack Frames" shows the number of MNP data
acknowledge frames sent and received.

Errors
The line labeled "Errors'" shows the number of MNP data errors sent and
received.

Attn Frames

The line labeled "Attn Frames" shows the number of MNP break signals
sent and received.

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Attn Ack Frames


The line labeled "Attn Ack Frames" shows the number of MNP break signal
acknowledgments sent and received.

The next two lines show the maximum number of bytes allowed in a data
frame. The first line shows the maximum number in effect at the time the
status display was obtained. The second line shows the absolute maximum
number agreed upon by the two modems when the MNP link was formed.
If there are many errors on the phone line then the maximum number of
bytes per data frame is reduced to increase the throughput.

The last line indicates the MNP Class 5 operation plus the number of data
frames that the two modems have agreed they can both buffer internally.

MNP supports three classes of modem connection:

Class 1. A rarely seen, asynchronous, half duplex modem link (not


supported)
Class 2. An asynchronous, full duplex modem link
Class 3. A synchronous, full duplex link

"MNP Class 4" may be a misleading name because it is simply a set of


optimizations which can be applied to any of the classes 1 through 3. The
optimizations are less overhead in data and data acknowledgment frames,
more user data allowed in data frames, and an algorithm that adjusts the
amount of user data in each data frame for maximum throughput. If the
MNP link is using these optimizations then the word "Optimized" will
appear.

Similarly, "MNP Class 5" compression is another enhancement that can be


applied to any of the classes 1 through 3 with or without the Class 4
enhancements. If the MNP link is using compression, then "Class 5" will
appear.

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4
Front Panel Configurations
This section describes the front panel operation for the External and
Rackmount modems. The front panel of the External modem has one push
button switch and six red LEDs. Rackmount modems have 12 LEDs; 9
green and 3 red. The LEDs indicate the operating status of the modem.

External Front Panel Operation

Front Panel Button Functions


The front panel "Dial/Disconnect" switch, labeled DL/DIS has several
functions as indicated below:
Command Mode
Pressing DL/DIS momentarily in command mode initiates dialing of the first
telephone number stored in memory with the "A" attribute. If there is no
number with an "A" attribute, the modem will manually originate. If the
switch is held so that DSR flashes twice, the modem will manually
answer. If the switch is held for more than 4 seconds, the modem resets.
Leased Line
If the modem is set for leased line, pressing the switch will activate leased
line training.
Incoming Ring
Pressing the switch when an incoming ring is detected causes the modem
to answer the call.
On Line
Pressing the switch when online, disconnects the modem from the line.
Configuration Select
Holding DL/DIS for more than 4 seconds will initiate a hardware reset. If
the switch is still pressed after the beeps, the modem will enter
configuration mode. The front panel LEDs indicate which configuration

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Leased Line Operation

the user can select as given on Table 4.2 (alternate AT commands are
also shown).

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Leased Line Operation

Leased Line Modems


DTR DSR CD HS AT--
0. OFF OFF ON OFF User configuration "0" %M0
1. OFF ON OFF OFF User configuration "1" %M1
2. OFF ON ON OFF User configuration "2" %M2
3. ON OFF OFF OFF User configuration "3" %M3
4. ON OFF ON OFF User configuration "4" %M4

5. OFF OFF ON ON Dial configuration &F0


6. OFF ON OFF ON 4W Leased Line Originate &F1
7. OFF ON ON ON 4W Leased Line Answer &F2
8. ON OFF OFF ON 4W Leased Line Originate &F3
w/UADBU
9. ON OFF ON ON 4W Leased Line Answer &F4
w/UADBU
Dial-Up Modems
DTR DSR CD HS AT--
0. OFF OFF ON OFF User configuration "0" %M0
1. OFF ON OFF OFF User configuration "1" %M1
2. OFF ON ON OFF User configuration "2" %M2
3. ON OFF OFF OFF User configuration "3" %M3
4. ON OFF ON OFF User configuration "4" %M4

5. OFF OFF ON ON Dial configuration &F0


6. OFF ON OFF ON Dial-up & DSR, CD, CTS &F1
forced on
7. OFF ON ON ON Dial-up & DSR, CD, CTS &F2
forced on
8. ON OFF OFF ON V.25bis HDLC/SDLC &F3
9. ON OFF ON ON V.25bis Bisync &F4

Table 4.1: Configuration Modes

Each of the configurations will stay on for 2 seconds while the DL/DIS
button is pressed. Releasing the button will select the new configuration,
and this configuration will be loaded after power up. Immediately after the
power up test (after the beeps), the LEDs will indicate which configuration is
loaded for 2 seconds.

Note: If the NVRAM (non-volatile RAM) is bad, holding the DL/DIS while
resetting the power will clear the NVRAM and load the modem
with the dial up factory default.

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DTR Data Terminal Ready - Lights when the modem receives


signal from the local DTE is online and ready for data, or when
forced on from the modem, otherwise the LED is flashing.
(Also indicates a defective ROM during power up test.)

DSR Data Set Ready - Flashes when the ring signal is being
received on the telephone line or when responding to RDL.
Lights when the answer tone is received. DSR flashing
indicates originate mode in leased line. (Also indicates a
defective RAM during power up test.)

CD Carrier Detect - Lights when the carrier signal is detected on


the line or when forced on from the modem. (Also indicates a
defective non-volatile memory during power up test.)

TD Transmit Data - Flickers in response to data transmitted by the


modem.

RD Receive Data- Flickers in response to data received by the


modem.

HS High Speed - Lights to indicate the modem operating speed.

Table 4.2 - LED Indicators and Functions (External)

Modem Speed Blink Rate


t t t V.34
33,600 STEADY
31,200 16
28,800 15
26,400 14
24,000 13
21,600 12
7,200 9
19,200 8
16,800 7
14,400 6
12,000 5
9,600 4
4,800 3
2,400 2
1,200 1

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During normal modem operation, the LEDs should light from left to right.
That is, DTR should light first, indicating that the local DTE is online;
followed by DSR, indicating a ring signal and answer tone; and then CD,
indicating presence of the data carrier.

Dialing Procedures NOT Using AT Commands


In addition to the "AT" command set for asynchronous operation, the AJ
Fax Modem offers several other ways to dial a telephone number. These
methods can also be used when controlling the modem from a synchronous
terminal:

Dialing via front panel DL/DIS switch


Dialing via DTR control
Manual dialing

Note: To abort a dialing procedure, simply strike any key on the DTE
keyboard or press DL/DIS.

Dialing via Front Panel DL/DIS Switch:


For asynchronous or synchronous operation:

Press the DL/DIS switch on the front panel. The modem dials the first
number stored in memory with the "A" attribute. The modem will switch to
manual originate if the "A" attribute is not stored.

DTR Control Dialing:

Turn the DTR circuit ON. The modem dials the first number stored in
memory with the "A" attribute. The modem will switch to manual originate if
the "A" attribute is not stored.

Manual Dialing:
Connect the telephone cable from the telephone set to the TEL SET jack on
the rear panel of the modem. Dial the telephone number of the modem to
be called and listen for the high pitched tone from the modem answering
your call. Momentarily press the DIAL switch, then hang up the telephone
handset and proceed with the data transmission.

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Leased Line Operation

Rackmount Front Panel Operations


IG L
L L
OR NS SC S A
LA RD DI FB DI
A
R/
DTWR R S R T GH ED OW
P DS CD CT SQ TD RD ER TS HI M L

Figure 4.1: Rackmount Modem Front Panel

The front panel of the AJ Rackmount has six touch switches and 12 LEDs.
The LEDs indicate the operating status of the modem and are described in
Table 4.2. The front panel switches, the LEDs and their labels are shown
pictorial above. The functions of the switches are given in Table 4.3 below.
All switch actuation are momentary unless otherwise noted.

Note: The front panel may be disabled by setting Bit 2 of S-Register


S102 to a 1".

Table 4.3 - Rackmount Front Panel Functions


LAL Pressing this switch initiates the Local Analog
Loopback Test when off-line. Pressing this switch
initiates the Local Digital Loopback Test when on-line.
Pressing this switch a second time terminates the test.
These tests do not use the internal test generator and
comparator.
RDL Pressing this switch initiates the Remote Digital
Loopback Test when on-line. Pressing this switch a
second time terminates the test. This test does not
use the internal test generator and comparator.
ORIG/ANS When off-line, momentarily pressing this switch
causes the modem to go off-hook and operate in the
originate mode, and pressing the switch for more than
2 seconds causes the modem to operate in the
answer mode. If this switch is pressed when a ring
signal is being received, the modem will be forced off-
hook in the answer mode. If the modem is on-line and
this switch is pressed, the operating configuration will
be displayed by the appropriate LED. Pressing the
switch a second time will terminate the configuration
display.
DISC When on-line, momentarily pressing the switch causes
the modem to disconnect from the telephone line in
dial up or leased line operation, and returns the
modem to the Command Mode. Holding this switch
for more than 4 seconds causes the modem to
disconnect and then perform a hardware reset (same
as the power reset). Immediately after the power-up
test and the three beeps, the appropriate LED will
indicate for 2 seconds the configuration that is loaded.

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Table 4.3 - Rackmount Front Panel Functions


If the switch remains pressed during this 2 second
interval, the modem will be in the Configuration Select
Mode and then may be toggled between the User and
Factory Configuration Select Modes by the use of the
DIAL switch. A subsequent pressing of the DISC
switch will cause the modem to return to the Idle
Mode. The modem will then operate with the selected
configuration.

If the modem is on-line in a dial backup operation then


momentarily pressing this switch will cause the
modem to return to the Leased Line Mode. Pressing
momentarily again will cause a disconnect from the
leased line.

If the modem is off-line and the leased option is


selected, momentarily pressing the DISC switch will
cause the modem to return to the Leased Line Mode.
FBS (Fall When off-line, each depression will toggle the speed
Back Speed) from 33600 to 31200 to 28800 to 26400 to 24000 to
Rackmount 21600 to 19200 to 16800 to 14400 etc. depending on
Only the telephone transmission speeds allowed by other
settings.

When in the Configuration Select Mode each


depression of the FBS switch steps through the
configurations 0,1,2,3 and 4 as indicated by the LEDs.
This cycle will begin with the current configuration
setting.
DIAL When in normal dial operation pressing this switch
initiates the dialing of the first stored telephone
number with the "A" attribute. When connected in
leased line operation it initiates a manual dial backup
operation. When the modem is in the Configuration
Select Mode this switch toggles the modem between
the User and the Factory Configurations.

NOTE: When in dial backup operation pressing this


switch with turn off the beeper.

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Leased Line Operation

SUMMARY:
Configurations, Indications, & Alternate AT
Commands
Selecting a stored configuration and visually verifying which configuration is
active for Rackmount units. During power-up you will see the TEST light
illuminate followed by a set of LEDs as listed below.

Selected Config -- LED Indicators ON AT


Commands
User Configuration "0" HI-f,MED-f,LO-f and DTR %M0
User Configuration "1" HI-f,MED-f,LO-f and DSR %M1
User Configuration "2" HI-f,MED-f,LO-f and CD %M2
User Configuration "3" HI-f,MED-f,LO-f and CTS %M3
User Configuration "4" HI-f,MED-f,LO-f and SQ %M4

Dial Configuration HI-f,LO-f and DTR &F0


4-W Leased Line HI-f,LO-f and DSR &F1
Originate
4-W Leased Line Answer HI-f,LO-f and CD &F2
V.25bis HDLC/SDLC HI-f,LO-f and CTS &F3
V.25bis Bisync HI-f,LO-f and SQ &F4
(f = flashing)

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LED Function:
DTR Data Terminal Ready - Lights when the modem receives a
DTR on signal from the local DTE indicating the terminal
device is ready for data communication, or when the DTR
signal is forced on by the modem; otherwise this LED is
flashing when in the Idle Mode. When in the Configuration
Select Mode this LED indicates "Configuration 0". (Also
indicates a defective ROM at the end of a failed power up
test or a reset.)
DSR Data Set Ready - Flashes when the ring signal is being
received from the telephone line or when an RDL test is in
progress from the local/remote modem. Lights steady when
the answer tone is received. When in the Configuration
Select Mode this LED indicates "Configuration 1". (Also
indicates a defective RAM at the end of a failed power up test
or a reset.) DSR flashing indicates in leased line originate
mode.
CD Carrier Detect - Lights when the modem detects an
acceptable carrier signal on the line or when the CD is forced
on by the modem. When in the Configuration Select Mode
this LED indicates "Configuration 2". (Also indicates a
defective non-volatile memory at the end of a failed power up
test or a reset.)
CTS Clear to Send - Lights when the modem can send data, i.e.
time delays and handshake operations including MNP
negotiations have been completed. Also the RTS signal from
the DTE must be on, or must be forced on by the modem.
When in the Config. Mode this LED indicates "Configuration
3".
SQ Signal Quality - Lights when the modem has detected a
signal of acceptable quality for data transmission to proceed.
When in the Configuration Select Mode this LED indicates
Configuration 4".
TD Transmit Data - Flickers in response to data transmitted.
RD Receive Data - Flickers in response to data received by the
modem.
ERR Error - Lights momentarily each time an error is detected in
an MNP controlled data transmission. When a loopback test
is performed using the internal test generator and
comparator, the ERR LED will flash when an error is
detected.
TST Test - Lights when the modem is in a test mode from a local
or a remote input. Continuous flashing indicates the modem

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LED Function:
is in a dial backup operation.
HI, MED, LO High, Medium, Low - The HI, MED and LO LEDs provide
a visual indication of the speed at which the modem is
currently operating or set to. Each LED has two
operating modes, on steady and flashing. This allows for
displaying one of the 12 most common operating
speeds.
HI On Steady 33600 bps

1 Blink 31200 bps

2 Blinks 28800 bps

3 Blinks 26400 bps

4 Blinks 24000 bps

5 Blinks 21600 bps


MED On Steady 19200 bps

1 Blink 16800 bps

2 Blinks 14400 bps

3 Blinks 12000 bps


LO On Steady 9600 bps

1 Blink 7200 bps

2 Blinks 4800 bps

3 Blinks 2400 bps

Table 4.4: Rackmount Front Panel LED Indicators

All speed lights off indicate 300 baud.

During normal modem operation, the LEDs should light from left to right.
That is, DTR should light first, indicating that the local DTE is online;
followed by DSR, indicating a ring signal and answer tone; and then CD,
indicating presence of the data carrier.

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Leased Line Operation

Rackmount Procedures Not Using AT Commands

In addition to the "AT" command set for asynchronous dialing operation, the
AJ Rackmount modem offers other ways to dial a telephone number.
These methods can be particularly useful when controlling the modem from
a synchronous terminal, but they apply also for an asynchronous terminal.

Dialing via front panel DIAL switch.


Dialing via DTR control.
Manual dialing.

Note: To abort a dialing procedure, simply strike any key on the DTE
keyboard or press DISC.

Dialing via Front Panel DIAL Switch:


Press the DIAL switch on the front panel. The modem dials the first number
stored in memory with the "A" attribute. The modem will switch to manual
originate if the "A" attribute is not stored.

DTR Control Dialing:


Turn the DTR circuit on. The modem dials the first number stored in
memory with the "A" attribute. The modem will switch to manual originate if
the "A" attribute is not stored.

Manual Dialing:
Connect the telephone cable from the telephone set to the DIAL 1 jack on
the rear panel of the modem. Dial the telephone number of the modem to
be called and listen for the high pitched tone from the modem answering
your call. Momentarily press the DIAL switch, then hang up the telephone
handset and proceed with the data transmission.

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5
Leased Line Operation
(Optional)
Modems configured with leased line operation will operate on 2 or 4-Wire
leased lines. Most 2-Wire leased lines are actually 4-Wire leased lines with
4-Wire to 2-Wire adapters installed. A 4-Wire leased line connection is
preferred because the installation is less cluttered and has no signal
degradation from the adapter.

When the modems are connected on a leased line, one modem is


designated as the originating modem and the other as the answering
modem. The configurations for each are slightly different.

The following procedure will allow the user to quickly set up the modem for
the most common 4-Wire installation, assuming the modem is set to factory
default. An asynchronous terminal or a PC internal emulator mode is
assumed attached.

Connect the leased line to the leased line jack on the rear of the chassis.
Connect the modem to the terminal using a RS-232 cable with pins 2, 3, 7,
and 20 as the minimum connection. If the terminal does not have a pin 20
(DTR) output, this signal can be forced on in the modem with the AT&D0
<CR> command (<CR> = Carriage Return or enter). Some terminals
require one or more of pins 5, 6, and 8 to operate. In that case, those pins
will require connection and/or be forced on by the modem. See the AT
commands.

See Section 6 for further information on Auto Baud Rate Detection and
setting fixed DTE speed. Set the terminal speed to the highest speed for
communications. The DTR must be ON for an originating modem to
connect or for an answering modem to answer a call.

TYPE: AT <CR> Modem responds: OK

If the modem does not respond, the other pins mentioned above may
require connection and/or be forced on using the dip switches as described
in Chapter 2. The RS-232 cable may be mis-wired.

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Leased Line Operation

For the Originating Modem:

TYPE: AT&D&L2%O1&WZ <CR>

Note: DSR LED will flash continuously to indicate the modem is in


ORIGINATE mode.

For the Answering Modem:

TYPE: AT&D&L2%O0&WZ <CR>

The modems will then go through a training sequence and connect with
each other. The CTS, CD, SQ and speed LEDs of both modems will
illuminate. The speaker will be off.

The modems will stay connected until there is a severe degradation in the
leased line or a power failure. When the power returns or the leased line
improves, the modems will automatically reconnect.

Commands:
The following commands affect the leased line operation.

AT&Ln n = 0: No leased line


n = 1: 2-W leased line
n = 2: 4-W leased line
n = 3: Unattended Automatic Dial Back-Up (UADBU) only
AT%XLn n (5-8) Leased line transmit level. (-10 dBm through -16 dBm
in 2 dBm steps for n=5 through 8.)

Set one modem to be in LEASED LINE ORIGINATE and the other in


LEASED LINE ANSWER utilizing the AT%On command. Save options to
non-volatile memory.

Press DIS on both modems. The modems should establish the connection
in 30 seconds. If the leased line fails, the modems will try to retrain. If dial
back up is not enabled, the modem will wait for the leased line to be
restored and then start training to reconnect.

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Leased Line Operation

Unattended Automatic Dial Back-Up


These modems include the capability to implement the Unattended
Automatic Dial Back-Up (UADBU) feature. The modem can be configured
so that it will automatically restore the data link on the switched network if
the leased line fails. UADBU operates under clock-calendar control so the
modems will not make unnecessary dial back up calls.

In order to configure the modems for UADBU, start with the leased line set-
up. The following additional commands are necessary:

For the Originating Modem:


STORE A TELEPHONE NUMBER WITH AN "A" ATTRIBUTE. (See
PHONE DIRECTORY OPERATION, page 40 for AT commands.

TYPE: AT&L2%L1%U1&W <CR>

For the Answering Modem:


TYPE: AT&L2%L1%U1&W <CR>

The modems are now set to go into UADBU when the leased line degrades
or is disconnected. In order to limit UADBU to certain times, set the limits
with the commands listed below. The %Ln command must be enabled for
the modem to "lookback" at the leased line to see if it is restored.

UADBU can also be controlled by pin 14 of the RS-232 interface. A logical


HIGH on pin 14 will force the modem connected to the leased line to make
a dial back up call. (AT%U0 must be entered for this to work.)

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Leased Line Operation

The following commands affect the leased line and UADBU operation.

AT&Ln n = 0: No leased line


n = 1: 2-W leased line
n = 2: 4-W leased line
n = 3: Unattended Automatic Dial Back-Up only
AT%XLn n (5-8) Leased line transmit level
AT%On n = 0: Leased line answer mode
n = 1: Leased line originate mode
AT%Un n = 0: Dial back up disabled
n = 1: Dial back up enabled
AT%WDn n = 0: Dial back up is enabled outside the window
on weekdays
n = 1: Dial back up is enabled inside the window on
weekdays
ATS72=n n (0-23) Weekday window starting hour
ATS73=n n (0-23) Weekday window ending hour
AT%WEn n = 0: Dial back up is enabled outside the window
on weekends
n = 1: Dial back up is enabled inside the window on
weekends
ATS74=n n (0-23) Weekend window starting hour
ATS75=n n (0-23) Weekend window ending hour
AT%Yn n = 0: Modem stays connected to dial line at end of
window
n = 1: Modem will disconnect from dial line at end
of window
AT%Ln n = 0: Leased line lookback disabled
n = 1: Leased line lookback enabled

Table 5.1: UADBU Commands

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Leased Line Operation

Window Setup

OUTSIDE INSIDE OUTSIDE

0 23
Start Window End Window

WEEKDAY: S72=n S73=n


WEEKEND: S74=n S75=n

EXAMPLE: SETUP THE MODEM FOR UADBU BETWEEN 8 A.M. AND 5


P.M. during weekdays (Monday through Friday). Do not dial during the
weekend, the modem will automatically disconnect at the end of the
window. The connection type on the leased line is V.32.

ATS72=8S73=17<cr>:

Set window from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (weekdays).

AT%Y1:

Modem will disconnect from dial line at end of window.

AT%WD1:

Dial back up is enabled inside the window on weekdays.

AT%U1:

Dial back up enabled.

ATS74=0S75=0:

Set window for weekend.

AT%WE1:

Dial back up is enabled inside the window on weekend, and


since the duration of the window is zero, UADBU is disabled
during weekend.

Note: Optional on Leased Line only.

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Leased Line Operation

Lookback

When leased line lookback option is enabled the lookback timer S-Register
56 should be enabled.

ATS56=n Wait for n (0-255) minutes interval, then lookback at the


leased line for 10 seconds; n=0 is constant lookback.

When auto-lookback is enabled and S56 is set greater than zero, the
following will happen: The modem, detecting that the leased line is
restored, will attempt to retrain on the leased line. If the training fails, the
modem will go back to the dial-up line. This will happen once before S56
takes over. From then on, the modem will wait for the time period stored in
S56 before attempting a lookback.

Set one modem to be in LEASED LINE ORIGINATE and the other to be in


LEASED LINE ANSWER (AT%On command). Save options to non-volatile
memory.

Press "DL/DIS" on both modems. The modems should establish the


connection in 30 seconds. Each time a leased line connection is initiated
the stored leased line defaults will be reloaded. This allows the dial back up
configuration settings to be different from the leased line. If the leased line
fails, the modems will try to retrain.

If dial back up is not enabled, the modem will wait for the leased line to be
back in operation, then start training and establish the connection.

If dial back up is enabled, the modems will try to train on the leased line for
15 seconds. If not successful, the originate mode modem will dial the
phone number with the "A" attribute, and the answering modem should
answer the ring and connect. The speaker will emit a tone every second to
announce the leased line is down, but it can be turned off by pressing
DL/DIS button momentarily or by the AT%V0 command.

If leased line lookback is enabled, the originate modem will transmit a 0


dBm pilot tone every two seconds to the leased line and wait for response
from the answering modem.

The answering modem, when detecting the pilot tone, will send back a 1/2
second tone, hold the dial line, go back to the leased line and start training.
The originate modem, when detecting a tone from remote modem, will hold
the dial line, go back to the leased line and start training for 15 seconds.

If the training is not successful, both modems will switch back to the dial line
and re-establish the connection.

78 V.34bis Series Standalone & Rackmount Modems


Leased Line Operation

Additional Dial Back-Up Lookback Features


Using S-Registers 77 and 78, two additional features can be invoked for the
dial back up operations. The first is to have the modem make the dial back
up call and maintain the dial connection for five minutes before attempting
the lookback action. The second is to have the modem test the dial back
up link once every twenty-four hours. These features are controlled by the
S77 and S78 registers as follows:

S77 = 0 Disables these features


S77 = 25 Enables the five minute hold on the dial connection
before attempting a lookback.

For both of the above S77 settings the S78 setting is


not relevant.

S77 = 1 through 24 This is the hour clock setting for the test of the dial
back up link with 24 considered as midnight.
S78 = 0 through 59 This is the minute setting for the test of the dial back
up link.

The dial back up link test will establish a link with both carriers detected and
then will hang-up and return to lease line operation. If this test is successful
pin 25 of the EIA connector will toggle from OFF to ON then OFF with an on
interval of 500 milli-seconds. For this indication the dip switch settings must
include S2-3 in the OFF position and S2-4 in the ON position.

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Leased Line Operation

Manual Dial Back-Up Operation


As an alternative to automatic dial back up the manual dial back up
capability provides full control over the operation of the modem on dial-up
lines. To initiate manual dial back up operation proceed with the initiation of
a dial call from a number in storage. The modem will proceed to dial the
number stored with an "A" attribute and connect (see Section 4 for detailed
front panel operation). A beeper sound will be heard indicating the modem
is in a dial back up operation.

To return the modems to leased line operation, proceed with a disconnect


from the dial connection and the modem will return to the leased line and
initiate the training operation. If the leased line is "good" the data
connection will be re-established.

Note: Manual dial back up can only be initiated from the originating
modem.

Change Real Time and Date with AT


Commands
The AT%T (string, as below) command (see Table 6.2) is used to change
the time and date of the real time clock. The format of the command is:

AT%Thh:mm:ss:mm-dd-yy

Note: The Clock Calendar option is available for the Leased Line
models, but is not available for the Dial-Up models.

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6
AT and V.25bis Command Sets
Chapter 6 provides listings of the AT commands for ready reference
followed by tables with the full details for all commands.
Table 6.1: AT Commands by Function
General and Setup
AT Attention Code
Sr=n Set Register
Z Reset (Recall User Configuration)
*Hn Busy Out
&Fn Factory Configuration Load
&Wn Write Active Configuration to Non-Volatile Memory
%Mn Load Non-Volatile Memory Bank
%T Store Time and Date
@Ln Load Default Options
Data Format and Rate
&Mn Async/Sync Mode Select
@An Auto Baud Rate Detect
@Bn Data Bits
@Cn Constant DTE Rate
@Dn DTE Speed
@Mn Modem Speed
@Pn DTE Parity
Sn DTE Stop Bits
Dialing and Answering
A Answer
D Dial Command
DSn Dial Stored Telephone Number
Hn Hook Switch Control
Ln Speaker Volume
Mn Speaker Control
On Return to the Online State
P Pulse Dial
R Originate Call in Answer Mode
Sn Dial Stored Number
T Touchtone Dial
&Gn Guard Tone Selection
&Pn Pulse Dial Make/Break Ratio Select
&Qn Signal Quality Redial
&Zn Store Phone Number
%An Adaptive Dial
%Bn Any Character Abort
@Vn Dialer Selection

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.1: AT Commands by Function


EIA Control
&Cn CD EIA Control

&Dn DTR EIA Control

&Rn RTS/RTR EIA Control

&Xn Synchronous Transmit Clock Source

%Cn CTS EIA Control

%Dn DSR EIA Control

%EAn EIA Control of LAL (Local Analog Loopback)

%ERn EIA Control of RDL (Remote Digital Loopback)

%ESn EIA Speed Control

*RPn RTS Polarity

*Sn DSR and CD Control During Call Back

Error Correction and Data Compression


$$$ Switch to LAPM/MNP Link
&S9 Status Display Example
*An Adaptive Packet Size
*Bn Block/Stream Mode
*En Enable or Disable Compression
*Gn LAPM/MNP Error Alarm
*Mn Operating Modes
*O Originate LAPM/MNP Link
*Pn Maximum Packet Size
*RS Reset Error Statistics
*Tn Select Protocol - V.42(LAPM) or MNP
*U Accept LAPM/MNP Link
*Y Switch to LAPM/MNP Link
*Z Switch to Normal Link from MNP
Flow Control

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.1: AT Commands by Function


*Dn Command Mode at Transmit Break
*KAn Clear Transmit Buffer at Transmit Break
*KBn Clear Transmit Buffer at Receive Break
*KCn Clear Receive Buffer at Transmit Break
*KDn Clear Receive Buffer at Receive Break
*KT Break Type
*LBn Local Overflow Bell
*LGn Generate Local Flow Control
*LRn Respond to Local Flow Control
*RBn Remote Overflow Bell
*RFn Filter Receive Flow Control
*RGn Generate Remote Flow Control
*RKn Pass Receive Break
*RRn Respond to Remote Flow Control
*XFn Filter Transmit Flow Control
*XKn Pass Transmit Break
&B3 DTE Buffer Size
Leased Line and Dial Back-Up
&Ln Leased Line or Dial-Up Select
%Ln Leased Line Lookback
%On Leased Line - Originate or Answer
%Un Auto Dial Back-Up
%Vn Auto Dial Back-Up Alarm
%WDn Weekday Window
%WEn Weekend Window
%XLn Leased Line Transmit Level
%Yn Window End Disconnect
Online Operations
Bn Bell/CCITT Protocol Compatibility
Yn Long Space Disconnect
%Fn Auto Fall Back
%Hn V.22 bis and V.21/103 "HUNT" Operations
%In Inactivity Timer
%Qn Loss of Carrier Redial
%Rn Automatic Retrain
%XDn Dial Line Transmit Level
@Tn Trellis Encoding
@Xn Transmit Equalizer
@Fn Online Speed Change
Security

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.1: AT Commands by Function


&A Answer Back Storage
%PO Store Operator Password
%PS Store Supervisor Password
%SAn Answer Password Security
%SBn Second Password Prompt in Call Back
%SCn "AT" Command Security
%SDn Remote Configuration Security
%SLn Password Upper/Lower Case Sensitivity
%SPn Prompt Security
%SSn Rack Control
%STn Password Attempts Allowed
%SWn Non-Volatile Write Security
Test
Cn Transmit Carrier Control
In Request Product Firmware Revision & ROM Checksum
&Tn Test Mode Selection
@Hn On/Off Hook in LAL
@Rn Respond to RDL Request
Visual Responses
En Command Echo
Qn Quiet Command (Enable Responses)
Sr? Read "S"-Register
Vn Result Codes as Word or Digit
Xn Extended or Basic Result Code Set
&N Display Phone Number List
&Sn Status Display
*Cn Connect Message Output Control
*Nn Modem/DTE Speed in Connect Message
*Vn Extended Result Codes

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.2: Details

AT Command Descriptions

The expanded AT command set offers the user a wide range of capabilities.
The following is a list and description of all "AT" commands. A summary of
the AT commands and settings is displayed by sending AT&S to the
modem. The AT command is always followed by the <CR>.

AT Attention Code FORMAT: AT [other commands]

Begin each command line with AT command.

Note: Since the AT command must begin each command line, any
command issued singly (except A/) must be preceded by this
command.

A Answer FORMAT: ATA

Causes the modem to go off-hook immediately, answer an incoming


telephone call, and wait for a carrier signal.

Note: This command can be used in conjunction with the Dial (D)
command to switch from voice to data communication, this
command should not be used for auto answer.

Bn BELL/CCITT Protocol Compatibility FORMAT: ATBn

n = 0 - CCITT protocol (V.22 mode 2 or V.22bis) is selected.

n = 1 - (Default) Bell protocol (103, 212A or 201) is selected.

Note: Data rate is determined by the communication data rate at which


last AT command was issued.

Cn Transmit Carrier Control FORMAT: ATCn

Turns transmit carrier off for test purposes.

n = 0 - Carrier transmit OFF

n = 1 - (Default) Carrier transmit ON

Dn Dial Command FORMAT: ATD%n

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Note: %n represents a string composed of dial modifiers and telephone
number digits.

Dial Modifiers

P- Pulse Dial

R- Reverse Mode

Sn - Dial Stored Number

T- Touch Tone Dial (Default)

W- Wait for Dial Tone

@- Wait for Quiet Answer


%- Abort current call and proceed to the next phone number
!- Flash
,- Pause
;- Return to Command State
X- Dial in auto reliable mode, LAPM/MNP or non PM/MNP
Y- Dial in exclusive mode, LAPM/MNP only
Z- Dial in normal mode, no LAPM/MNP

$Name Dial by name - Dials number stored at location where the stored
- name matches the name entered after the $ symbol.

Notes: The X, Y, and Z commands override the current configuration


setting, but only for this connection

DSn Dial Stored Tel. Number FORMAT: ATDSn

Note: When telephone numbers are dialed from memory the redials as
defined by register S55 will proceed. The default is 0.

En Command Echo FORMAT: ATEn

n = 0 - Echo off

n = 1 - (Default) Echo on

Hn Hook Switch Control FORMAT: ATHn

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n = 0 - On hook (hang up)

n = 1 - Off hook

In Request Product Firmware Revision FORMAT: ATIn


and ROM Checksum
n = 0 - Requests product firmware revision
n = 1 - Requests firmware checksum
n = 2 - Tests firmware checksum; report s OK" if correct
n = 3 - Requests product type and EPROM part number
n = 4 - Requests library information
n = 5 - Requests manufacturing feature list
n = 6 - Requests programmable device IDs
n = 7 - Requests power-up self-test results
n = 8 - Requests power-up configuration
Ln Speaker Volume FORMAT: ATLn

n = 0 - Low volume
n = 1 - Low volume
n = 2 - (Default) Medium volume
n = 3 - High volume
Mn Speaker Control FORMAT: ATMn

n = 0 - Speaker disabled
n = 1 - Default) Speaker off when carrier received
n = 2 - Speaker always on
n = 3 - Speaker off when carrier received or dialing
On Return to the Online State FORMAT: ATOn

n = 0 - Return on-line
n = 1 - Retrain for V.32terbo, V.32bis, V.32 and V.22bis
n = 2 - Fallback to next lower speed
n = 3 - Fall forward to next higher speed
Note: Option 2 and 3 will function only if on-line speed change has been
enabled (AT@F1).
Pn Pulse Dial FORMAT: ATDPn

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Note: When the modem is first powered on, it is set for touchtone dialing.
The Pulse command can be entered alone (ATP) to switch the
default to pulse dialing until the next modem reset or touchtone
command.

Qn Quiet Command (Enable Responses) FORMAT: ATQn

n = 0 - (Default) Messages or result codes are displayed.

n = 1 - Messages or result codes are not displayed.

n = 2 - Messages or result codes are displayed in originate


mode, but not in answer mode.

R Originate Call in Answer Mode FORMAT: ATDnR

Note: The R command must be the last dial string character.

When the R command is used, no call progress reports are sent to the DTE.
When the R command is issued, the modem sends the answer tone, even if
it receives a busy signal.

Sr? Read "S"-Register FORMAT: ATSr?

Sr=n Set Register FORMAT: ATSr=n

The S-registers are registers that hold modem configuration parameters.

Sn Dial Stored Number FORMAT: ATDSn

T Touchtone Dial FORMAT: ATDTsss-sss-ssss

Note: When the modem is powered on, it is set for touchtone dialing.

Vn Result Codes as Word/Digits FORMAT: ATVn

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n = 0 - Selects digit codes

n = 1 - (Default) Selects word codes

Xn Extended/Basic Result Code Set FORMAT: ATXn

Allows the selection of extended or the basic set of result codes.


n = 0 - Selects basic set.
n = 1 - Selects extended set.
n = 2 - Selects extended set with dial tone detection.
n = 3 - Selects extended set with busy detection.
n = 4 - (Default) Selects extended result code set with dial tone
detection and busy signal detection.
The X command allows the selection of extended sets of RESULT CODES
or the basic set. The selection of the results code set also determines if the
modem blind dials or if it listens for a dial tone before dialing. Two other
command settings determine some of the result codes that will be displayed.
If *Vn is set to n=1 then the LAPM or MNP functions are indicated after the
data rate. This indication of LAPM/V42BIS/MNP/MNP5 is related only to the
modem-to-modem communication link. If *Vn is set to n=0 then only the
speed is indicated. If *Nn is set to n=0 the indicated speed is the modem
data rate and the maximum is 33,600 bps. If *Nn is set to n=1 the indicated
speed is the DTE data rate. A listing of RESULT CODES follows with n
definitions for the ATXn command.

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Table 6.2: Details - Results Codes


"AT" Dialer V.25 bis Dialer
0 OK VAL
1 CONNECT CNX
2 RING INC
3 NO CARRIER ---
4 ERROR INV
5 CONNECT 1200 CNX 1200
6 NO DIAL TONE CFI ND
7 BUSY CFI ET
8 NO ANSWER CFI NT
9 CONNECT 7200 CNX 7200

10 CONNECT 2400 CNX 2400


11 CONNECT 4800 CNX 4800
12 CONNECT 9600 CNX 9600
13 CONNECT 12000 CNX 12000
14 CONNECT 14400 CNX 14400
15 DELAYED DLC
16 NUMBER FORBIDDEN CFI FC
17 NUMBER NOT STORED CFI NS
18 MODEM BUSY CFI CB
19 ABORT CFI AB

20 CONNECT 19200 CNX 19200


21 CONNECT 38400 CNX 38400
22 CONNECT 57600 CNX 57600
23 CONNECT 115200 CNX 115200
24 CONNECT 16800 CNX 16800
25 CONNECT 24000 CNX 24000
26 CONNECT 28800 CNX 28800
27 ERROR CNX
28 ERROR INV CU
29 ERROR INV MS

30 ERROR INV PS
31 ERROR INV PV
32 NO CARRIER CFI RT
33 BLACKLIST FULL CFI BF
34 CONNECT 1200T/75R CNX 1200T/75R
35 CONNECT 75T/1200R CNX 75T/1200R
36 FLASH FLASH
37 CONNECT 21600 CNX 21600
38 CONNECT 25400 CNX 26400
40 CONNECT 300/MNP CNX 300/MNP

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"AT" Dialer V.25 bis Dialer
41 CONNECT 7200/MNP CNX 7200/MNP
42 CONNECT 1200/MNP CNX 1200/MNP
43 CONNECT 2400/MNP CNX 2400/MNP
44 CONNECT 4800/MNP CNX 4800/MNP
45 CONNECT 9600/MNP CNX 9600/MNP
46 CONNECT 12000/MNP CNX 12000/MNP
47 CONNECT 14400/MNP CNX 14400/MNP
48 CONNECT 19200/MNP CNX 19200/MNP
49 CONNECT 38400/MNP CNX 38400/MNP

50 CONNECT 300/MNP5 CNX 300/MNP5


51 CONNECT 7200/MNP5 CNX 7200/MNP5
52 CONNECT 1200/MNP5 CNX 1200/MNP5
53 CONNECT 2400/MNP5 CNX 2400/MNP5
54 CONNECT 4800/MNP5 CNX 4800/MNP5
55 CONNECT 9600/MNP5 CNX 9600/MNP5
56 CONNECT 12000/MNP5 CNX 12000/MNP5
57 CONNECT 14400/MNP5 CNX 14400/MNP5
58 CONNECT 19200/MNP5 CNX 19200/MNP5
59 CONNECT 38400/MNP5 CNX 38400/MNP5

60 CONNECT 300/LAPM CNX 300/LAPM


61 CONNECT 7200/LAPM CNX 7200/LAPM
62 CONNECT 1200/LAPM CNX 1200/LAPM
63 CONNECT 2400/LAPM CNX 2400/LAPM
64 CONNECT 4800/LAPM CNX 4800/LAPM
65 CONNECT 9600/LAPM CNX 9600/LAPM
66 CONNECT 12000/LAPM CNX 12000/LAPM
67 CONNECT 14400/LAPM CNX 14400/LAPM
68 CONNECT 19200/LAPM CNX 19200/LAPM
69 CONNECT 38400/LAPM CNX 38400/LAPM

70 CONNECT 300/V42BIS CNX 300/V42BIS


71 CONNECT 7200/V42BIS CNX 7200/V42BIS
72 CONNECT 1200/V42BIS CNX 1200/V42BIS
73 CONNECT 2400/V42BIS CNX 2400/V42BIS
74 CONNECT 4800/V42BIS CNX 4800/V42BIS
75 CONNECT 9600/V42BIS CNX 9600/V42BIS
76 CONNECT 12000/V42BIS CNX 12000/V42BIS
77 CONNECT 14400/V42BIS CNX 14400/V42BIS
78 CONNECT 19200/V42BIS CNX 19200/V42BIS
79 CONNECT 38400/V42BIS CNX 38400/V42BIS
80 CONNECT 57600/MNP CNX 57600/MNP
81 CONNECT 115200/MNP CNX 115200/MNP

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"AT" Dialer V.25 bis Dialer
82 CONNECT 57600/MNP5 CNX 57600/MNP5
83 CONNECT 115200/MNP5 CNX 115200/MNP5
84 CONNECT 57600/LAPM CNX 57600/LAPM
85 CONNECT 115200/LAPM CNX 115200/LAPM
86 CONNECT 57600/V42BIS CNX 57600/V42BIS
87 CONNECT 115200/V42BIS CNX 115200/V42BIS
88 CONNECT 16800/MNP CNX 16800/MNP
89 CONNECT 24000/MNP CNX 24000/MNP

90 CONNECT 28800/MNP CNX 28800/MNP


91 CONNECT 16800/MNP5 CNX 16800/MNP5
92 CONNECT 24000/MNP5 CNX 24000/MNP5
93 CONNECT 28800/MNP5 CNX 28800/MNP5
94 CONNECT 16800/LAPM CNX 16800/LAPM
95 CONNECT 24000/LAPM CNX 24000/LAPM
96 CONNECT 28800/LAPM CNX 28800/LAPM
97 CONNECT 16800/V42BIS CNX 16800/V42BIS
98 CONNECT 24000/V42BIS CNX 24000/V42BIS
99 CONNECT 28800/V42BIS CNX 28800/V42BIS

100 CONNECT 21600/MNP CNX 21600/MNP


101 CONNECT 26400/MNP CNX 26400/MNP
102 CONNECT 21600/MNP5 CNX 21600/MNP5
103 CONNECT 26400/MNP5 CNX 26400/MNP5
104 CONNECT 21600/LAPM CNX 21600/LAPM
105 CONNECT 26400/LAPM CNX 26400/LAPM
106 CONNECT 21600/V42BIS CNX 21600/V42BIS
107 CONNECT 26400/V42BIS CNX 26400/V42BIS

110 CONNECT 31200/LAPM CNX 31200/LAPM


111 CONNECT 31200/V42BIS CNX 31200/V42BIS
112 CONNECT 33600/MNP CNX 33600/MNP
113 CONNECT 33600/MNP5 CNX 33600/MNP5
114 CONNECT 33600/LAPM CNX 33600/LAPM
115 CONNECT 33600/V42BIS CNX 33600/V42BIS

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Table 6.2: Details Continued


Yn Long Space Disconnect FORMAT: ATYn

n = 0 - (Default) Long space disconnect disabled


n = 1 - Long space disconnect enabled
Z Reset (Recall User Configuration) FORMAT: ATZ

Note: Resetting the modem clears the command buffer, so commands


after the Z in the command line are ignored, and a subsequent A/
command will be invalid.
$$$ Switch to LAPM/MNP Link
Example: Current Status: CONNECT 9600
Enter: (1 second pause) $$$ (1 second pause)
New Status: CONNECT 9600/MNP5
&A Answer Back FORMAT: AT&A:ssssssssssss:ssssssssssss
Storage
Note: Storing an answer back sequence enables the answer back
function. If the modem is used in answer mode, the originate
modem must have the answer back sequence or it will be
disconnected.
&Bn DTE Buffer Size FORMAT: AT&Bn

n = 0 - 256 bytes
n = 1 - 1K bytes (Default)
&Cn CD EIA Control FORMAT: AT&Cn

Forces CD (Carrier Detect) signal on to the connected DTE.


n = 0 - CD signal forced on.
n = 1 - (Default) CD off. CD turns on if carrier is detected.
n = 2 - CD off in command mode. CD off during modem handshake.
CD turns on when modem can pass full duplex data.
n = 3 - CD follows DTR in command mode. CD off during modem
handshake. CD turns on if carrier is detected.
n = 4 - CD follows DTR in command mode. CD off during modem
handshake. CD turns on when modem can pass full duplex
data.

Note: If n=2 or 4 then CD will not turn on until after all security
processing and MNP negotiations have been completed.

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&Dn DTR EIA Control FORMAT: AT&Dn

n = 0 - DTR EIA signal forced on


n = 1 - CCITT 108/1 operation.
n = 2 - (Default) CCITT 108/2 operation.
&Fn Factory Configuration Load FORMAT: AT&Fn

n = 0 - 4 configuration number (see Chapter 3)


&Gn Guard Tone Selection FORMAT: AT&Gn

n = 0 - (Default) No guard tones are generated


n = 1 - 550 Hz tone generated
n = 2 - 1800 Hz tone generated
&Ln Leased Line or Dial-up Select FORMAT: AT&Ln

(Leased Line Modems)


n = 0 - (Default) Selects a dial-up connection
n = 1 - Selects a 2-Wire leased line connection
n = 2 - Selects a 4-Wire leased line connection
n = 3 - Selects UADBU connection without leased line
Note: Connection can be established with synchronous or
asynchronous operation
&Mn Async/Sync Mode Select FORMAT: AT&Mn

n = 0 - (Default) Selects async operation when on-line.


n = 1 - Selects sync operation for data mode (ext. only)
&N Display Phone Number List FORMAT: AT&N

&Pn Pulse Dial Make/Break Ratio FORMAT: AT&Pn

n = 0 - (Default) 39% make; 61% break (U.S. setting)


n = 1 - 33% make; 67% break (Brit. Common. setting)
&Qn Signal Quality Redial FORMAT: AT&Qn

n = 0 - (Default) signal quality redial feature disabled.


n = 1 - Redial if signal quality 8
n = 2 - Redial if signal quality 7
The number of redials, 0 through 8, is determined by the setting of S-
register S55 (default S55=0).

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&Rn RTS/RTR EIA Control FORMAT: AT&Rn

n=0- (Default) RTS/RTR is forced on.

n=1- RTS/RTR is supplied by the DTE.

n=2- RTS/RTR is supplied by the DTE. When RTS is off, the


remote modem will turn CD off to simulate a half-duplex
connection.

&Sn Status Display FORMAT: AT&Sn

n=0- Display each page of configuration (n=1 to n=10).

n=1- Visual display and interface signal configurations.

n=2- Dialing, answering and online configurations.

n=3- Format/data rate and leased line configurations.

n=4- Flow control and break handling.

n=5- LAPM/MNP error correction and action commands.

n=6- Security information.

n=7- Action commands.

n=8- Connect status display.

n=9- LAPM/MNP error correction statistics.

n =10 - Test commands.

n =11 - Leased Line Statistics.

n =12 - Dial Line Statistics.

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Table 6.2: Details Continued


&S9 Status Display Example FORMAT: AT&S9

TRANSMIT RECEIVE

53113 SECONDS

21250216 21250478 CHARACTERS

15362453 15362634 BYTES

60011 60011 DATA FRAMES

3 0 DUP DATA FRAMES

(RNR FRAMES for LAPM operation)

19972 20000 DATA ACK FRAMES

(RR FRAMES for LAPM operation)

1 0 ERRORS

(REJ FRAMES for LAPM operation)

0 0 ATTN FRAMES

0 0 ATTN ACK FRAMES

256 DATA BYTES CURRENT MAXIMUM PER FRAME

256 DATA BYTES ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM PER FRAME

CLASS 5, WINDOW SIZE 8

OK

Or for a LAPM error correction connection the last line is:

LAPM, WINDOW SIZE 15 (TRANSMIT), 15 (RECEIVE)

Or for a V.42 bis compression connection the last line is:

V.42 BIS: BOTH DIRECTIONS, DICTIONARY SIZE 1024, STRING


LENGTH 32

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Table 6.2: Details Continued


&Tn Test Mode Selection FORMAT: AT&Tn

The &Tn command selects from the wide range of testing options provided
by the modem. Selections range from the simple LAL (Analog Loopback)
test to the complex RDLB (Remote Digital Loopback) test with self test
generator and comparator. The ALB/LAL and RDL/RDLB tests are not
operative at 300 bps.
n=0- Terminates test mode; returns modem to command mode.
n=1- ALB/LAL (Local Analog Loopback).
n=2- (Factory use only).
n=3- Initiate LDL/DLB (Local Digital Loopback).
n=4- Enable response to RDL/RDLB remote requests.
n=5- Disable response to RDL/RDLB remote requests.
n=6- Initiate RDL (Remote Digital Loopback).
n=7- Initiate RDL with self test generator and comparator that
reports number of errors and issues audible responses.
n=8- Initiate LAL/ALB with self-test.
n=9- Initiate LAPM RDL with self-test.
n =10- Test flash memory.
Register S18 is a test timer which can be used in conjunction with any active
test mode command to cause the modem to exit from test mode after the
number of seconds (1-255) specified in the register. If the register is set to
0, the test timer will not expire, and the modem will not exit test mode until
the test is manually terminated.
&Wn Write Active Configuration to FORMAT: AT&Wn
Non-volatile Memory
n=0-4 for the user configurations %M0 through %M4 and
n=5-9 for the factory configurations &F0 through &F4
&Xn Synchronous Transmit Clock FORMAT: AT&Xn

The &Xn command determines the source of the synchronous transmit


clock. The transmit clock output of the modem is on pin 15 of the RS-232
connector.
n=0- (Default) Modem provides signal timing to pin 15 on RS-232.
n=1- Signal timing is provided by the DTE on pin 24 on RS-232.
n=2- Signal timing is provided by the remote modem on pin 15 of
the RS-232 connector.

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Table 6.2: Details Continued


&Zn (string) Store Phone Number
FORMAT: AT&Zn:NAME:PASSWORD:PHONE:LINK:CNF:ATTR

%An Adaptive Dial FORMAT: AT%An

n = 0- (Default) Disabled
n = 1- Enabled
%Bn Any Character Abort FORMAT: AT%Bn
n = 0 - Disabled
n = 1 - (Default) Enabled
%Cn CTS EIA Control FORMAT: AT%Cn
n=0- CTS signal forced on always .
n=1- CTS off in command mode.
n=2- CTS follows RTS in command mode.
n = 3 - (Default) CTS follows DTR in command mode.
%Dn DSR EIA Control FORMAT: AT%Dn
n=0- DSR forced on always.
n=1- DSR off when modem is idle.
n=2- (Default) DSR off when modem is idle.
n=3- DSR off when modem is idle carrier detected.
n=5- DSR off when modem is idle. DSR turns on when modem can
pass full duplex data.
%EAn EIA Control of LAL (Local Analog FORMAT: AT%EAn
Lookback)

n=0- (Default) Disabled


n=1- Enabled
%ERn EIA Control of RDL (Remote FORMAT: AT%ERn
Digital Lookback) (-45 Series only)

n=0- (Default) Disabled


n=1- Enabled
%ESn EIA Speed Control FORMAT: AT%ESn
(-45 Series only)
n=0- (Default) Disabled
n=1- Enabled

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Table 6.2: Details Continued


%Fn Auto Fall Back FORMAT: AT%Fn

n=0- Disabled
n=1- (Default) Enabled
%Hn V.22 bis and V.21/103 "HUNT" FORMAT: AT%Hn
Operations
n=0- Disabled
n=1- (Default) Enables the V.22 bis hunt operation.
n=2- Enables V.21/103 (300 bps) hunt operation.
n=3- Enables V.22 bis and V.21/103 (300 bps) hunt operations.
%In Inactivity Timer FORMAT: AT%In
n = 0 - (Default) Disabled
n = 1 - Transmit data inactivity timer enabled.
n = 2 - Receive data inactivity timer enabled.
n = 3 - Transmit/receive data inactivity timer enabled.
%Ln Leased Line Lookback FORMAT: AT%Ln
n = 0 -(Default) Disabled.
n = 1 -Enabled.
%Mn Load Non-volatile Memory Bank FORMAT: AT%Mn

n = 0 - 4 (User configuration number).


%On Leased Line - Originate or Answer FORMAT: AT%On
(Leased Line only)

n = 0 - Leased line answer mode.


n = 1 - (Default) Leased line originate mode.
Note: The S0 register applies only to operation on the dial network.
%PO:sss..s:sss..s Store Operator Password
The "%PO" command stores an operator password in non-volatile memory.
The operator password is a user-defined string used to control access to the
modem. The password can be up to 12 characters in length. When storing
an operator password the string must be entered twice on the command line
to ensure that the password is saved correctly. For example:
AT%PO:MAGIC:MAGIC
would define the operator password to be the word "MAGIC". The
command: AT%PO would clear the currently stored operator password.

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Table 6.2: Details Continued


%PS:sss..s:sss..s Store Supervisor
Password
AT%PS:MAGIC:MAGIC

%Qn Loss of Carrier (CD) Re-Dial FORMAT: AT%Qn

n = 0 - (Default) Disabled.
n = 1 - Enabled.
%Rn Automatic Retrain FORMAT: AT%Rn

n = 0 - Disabled.
n = 1 - (Default) Enabled.
%SAn Answer Password Security FORMAT: AT%SAn

n = 0 - (Default) Disabled.
n = 1 - Password Only.
n = 2- Name and Password.

%SBn Second Password Prompt in Call FORMAT: AT%SBn


Back
n=0- (Default) Second prompt for password in call back security
disabled.
n=1- Second prompt for password in call back security enabled.
%SCn "AT" Command Security FORMAT: AT%SCn

n=0- (Default) Disabled.


n=1- Enabled.
%SDn Remote Configuration Security FORMAT: AT%SDn

n=0- (Default) Disabled.


n=1- Enabled.
%SLn Password Upper/Lower Case FORMAT: AT%SLn
Sensitivity
n=0- (Default) Password case sensitivity disabled.
n=1- Password case sensitivity enabled.
%SPn Prompt Security FORMAT: AT%SPn

n=0- Prompts for name and/or password disabled.


n=1- (Default) Prompts for name and/or password enabled.

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Table 6.2: Details Continued

%SSn Rack Control FORMAT: AT%SSn

n=0- (Default) Disables security between shelf Controller and


modem (when used in a Rack System).

n=1- Enables security between shelf Controller and modem when


used in a Rack System. Controller must know modems
Supervisor password.

%STn Password Attempts Allowed FORMAT: AT%STn

n=0- (Default) 1 attempt for correct password entry.

n=1- 3 attempts for correct password entry.

%SWn Non-volatile Write Security FORMAT: AT%SWn

n=0- (Default) Disabled.

n=1- Enabled.

The commands that write to non-volatile memory are:

&A store answerback


&Wn write configuration to non-volatile
&Z store phone number
%PO store operator password
%PS store supervisor password
%SAn answer password security
%SBn second password prompt in call back security
%SCn "AT" command security
%SDn remote configuration security
%SLn case sensitivity
%STn password attempts allowed
%SPn prompts
%SWn non-volatile write security
%T (string) Store Time and Date

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AT%T14:15:30:04-28-88
AT%T14:15:30
AT%T04-28-88
%Un Auto Dial Back-Up FORMAT: AT%Un

(Leased line only)


n=0- (Default) Disabled
n=1- Enabled
%Vn Auto Dial Back-Up Alarm FORMAT: AT%Vn
(Leased line only)
n=0- Disabled
n=1- (Default) Enabled
%WDn Weekday Window FORMAT: AT%WDn
(Leased line only)
n = 0 - (Default) Dial Back-Up is enabled
n = 1 - Dial Back-Up is enabled
Optional on leased line.
%WEn Weekend Window FORMAT: AT%WEn
Leased line only)
n=0- (Default) Dial Back-Up is enabled outside the window on
weekends
n=1- Dial Back-Up is enabled inside the window on weekends
Optional on leased line models.
%XDn Dial Line Transmit Level FORMAT: AT%XDn
n=5- 8 - The value of n is the transmit level in 2 dBm steps; 8
indicates a transmit level of 16 dBm
%XLn Leased Line Transmit Level FORMAT: AT%XLn
(Leased line only)
n=5- 8
%Yn Window End Connect FORMAT: AT%Yn
(Leased line only)
n = 0 - (Default) Modem Dial Back-Up connection is continued at the
end of the window
n = 1 - Modem Dial Back-Up connection is dropped at the end of the
window
Optional on leased line models.
*An Adaptive Packet Size FORMAT: AT*An

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Table 6.2: Details Continued


n=0- Disabled
n=1- (Default) Enabled
*Bn Block/Stream Mode FORMAT: AT*Bn

n=0- (Default) Stream

n=1- Block

*Cn Connect Message Output FORMAT: AT*Cn


Control

n=0- (Default) "Connect" message when the carrier is detected

n=1- "Connect" message sent when the modem can pass full
duplex

If n = 1 the "connect" message is not sent until all security operations and
the LAPM/MNP negotiations have been completed.

*Dn Command Mode at Transmit Break FORMAT: AT*Dn

n=0- (Default) Disabled

n=1- Enable

*En Enable or Disable Compression FORMAT: AT*En

n=0- Disabled

n=1- (Default) Enabled (V.42bis compression for a LAPM link, or


MNP Class 5 compression for a MNP link.)

*Gn LAPM/MNP Error Alarm FORMAT: AT*Gn

n=0- (Default) Disables the LAPM/MNP error alarm


n=1- Enables the LAPM/MNP error alarm
*Hn Busy-Out FORMAT: AT*Hn
n=0 - Disabled (Default)
n=1 - Enabled
S-register 20 (S-20) is used to specify the number of unanswered rings
allowed or the number of consecutive bad answer hand-shakes before the
modem "busy-out" condition is set.
For example:
ATS0=1*H1S20=5&W
will configure the modem to answer after the first ring, enable the "busy-out",
and set the unanswered ring threshold to 5 rings.

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.2: Details Continued


*KAn Clear Transmit Buffer at FORMAT: AT*KAn
Transmit Break

n=0- (Default) Disabled

n=1- Enabled

*KBn Clear Transmit Buffer at FORMAT: AT*KBn


Receive Break

n=0- (Default) Disabled

n=1- Enabled

*KCn Clear Receive Buffer at FORMAT: AT*KCn


Transmit Break

n=0- (Default) Disabled

n=1- Enabled

*KDn Clear Receive Buffer at FORMAT: AT*KDn


Receive Break
n=0- (Default) Disabled
n=1- Enabled
*KTn Break Type FORMAT: AT*KTn

n=0- (Default) Normal


n=1- Destructive
*LBn Local Overflow Bell FORMAT: AT*LBn

n=0- (Default) Disabled


n=1- Enabled
*LGn Generate Local Flow Control FORMAT: AT*LGn

n=0- No flow control


n=1- XON/XOFF
n=2- (Default) CTS EIA signal
*LRn Respond to Local Flow Control FORMAT: AT*LRn

n=0- (Default) No flow control


n=1- XON/XOFF
n=2- RTS/RTR EIA signal
*Mn Operating Modes FORMAT: AT*Mn

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.2: Details Continued


n=0- Direct Mode
n=1- (Default) Normal Mode
n=2- Automatic Mode
n=3- Exclusive Mode. This is the same as automatic mode (n=2),
except that the modem hangs up if a LAPM/MNP link is not
established
Note: If the *M0 command is used, then there will be no response to the
escape code ("+++") and no response to flow control.
*Nn Modem/DTE Speed in Connect FORMAT: AT*Nn
Message
n=0- (Default) Connect message reports modem speed
n=1- Connect message reports the DTE speed
*O Originate LAPM/MNP Link FORMAT: AT*O

*Pn Maximum Packet Size FORMAT: AT*Pn


n=0- 32 bytes
n=1- 64 bytes
n=2- 128 bytes
n=3- (Default) 256 bytes
*RBn Remote Overflow Bell FORMAT: AT*RBn
n=0- (Default) Disabled
n=1- Enabled
*RFn Filter Receive Flow Control FORMAT: AT*RFn
n=0- (Default) Disabled - XON/XOFF passed through
n=1- Enabled - XON/XOFF not passed through
Note: This option can be enabled only when the "Respond to Remote
Flow Control" option is enabled by the AT*RR1 command
*RGn Generate Remote Flow Control FORMAT: AT*RGn
n=0- (Default) No flow control
n=1- XON/XOFF
*RKn Pass Receive Break FORMAT: AT*RKn
n=0- Break disabled
n=1- (Default) Receive break immediately
n=2- Receive break after data
*RPn RTS Polarity FORMAT: AT*RPn

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Table 6.2: Details Continued


n=0- (Default) RTS high allows modem to send data to the DTE
n=1- RTS high means modem should not send data to the DTE
*RRn Respond to Remote Flow FORMAT: AT*RRn
Control
n=0- (Default) No flow control
n=1- XON/XOFF
*RS Reset Error Statistics FORMAT: AT*RS

*Sn DSR and CD Control During Call Back FORMAT: AT*Sn

n=0- (Default) DSR and CD turn off during a callback operation


DSR and CD are held on during a callback operation
*Tn Select Protocol - V.42(LAPM) or MNP FORMAT: AT*Tn

n=1- MNP only


n=2- LAPM only
n=3- (Default) LAPM/MNP automatic
*U Accept LAPM/MNP Link FORMAT: AT*U

*Vn Extended Result Codes FORMAT: AT*Vn


n=0- (Default) Normal results codes
n=1- Extended result codes as below:
Examples:
For LAPM (error correction) Connection:
CODE "AT" Dialer V.25 bis Dialer
63 CONNECT 2400/LAPM CNX 2400/LAPM
65 CONNECT 9600/LAPM CNX 9600/LAPM
For LAPM with V.42 bis (error correction and data compression)
Connection:
CODE "AT" Dialer V.25 bis Dialer
73 CONNECT 2400/V42BIS CNX 2400/V42BIS
75 CONNECT 9600/V42BIS CNX 9600/V42BIS
For MNP 5 (error correction and data compression) Connection:
CODE "AT" Dialer V.25 bis Dialer
53 CONNECT 2400/MNP5 CNX 2400/MNP5
55 CONNECT 9600/MNP5 CNX 9600/MNP5

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.2: Details Continued


*XFn Filter Transmit Flow Control FORMAT: AT*XFn

n=0- (Default) Disabled. XON/XOFF passes through

n=1- Enabled. XON/XOFF not passed through

Note: This option can be enabled only when the "Respond to Local Flow
Control" option for XON/XOFF is enabled by the AT*LR1 command

*XKn Pass Transmit Break FORMAT: AT*XKn

n=0- Break disabled

n=1- (Default) Transmit break immediately

n=2- Transmit break after data. Breaks sent by the local DTE are
sent to the remote modem after any data in the transmit buffer
has been sent. If the AT*KA1 command has been issued, the
break is sent immediately and the transmit buffer is cleared

*Y Switch to LAPM/MNP Link


The *Y command causes the modem to switch immediately to a LAPM/MNP
operation and attempt to establish a LAPM/MNP link with the remote
modem. The escape code (+++) must be entered first to return to command
mode. This command must be given to both modems.
Example: Current Status: CONNECT 9600
Enter: +++ (Escape code) then AT*Y<CR>
New Status: CONNECT 9600/LAPM
*Z Switch to Normal Link from MNP

The *Z command causes the modem to switch from MNP operations to


normal (non-error correcting) operation.

@An Auto Baud Rate Detect FORMAT: AT@An

n=0- Disabled
n=1- (Default) Enabled for DTE and modem speed
n=2- Enabled for DTE speed only
@Bn Data Bits FORMAT: AT@Bn

n = 5 - 5 bit character
n = 6 - 6 bit character
n = 7 - 7 bit character
n = 8 - (Default) 8 bit character

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.2: Details Continued

@Cn Constant DTE Rate FORMAT: AT@Cn

n=0- Disabled.

n=1- (Default) Enabled

@Dn DTE Speed FORMAT: AT@Dn

n = 0 - 300 bps

n = 1 - 1200 bps

n = 2 - 2400 bps

n = 3 - 4800 bps

n = 4 - 9600 bps

n = 5 - not used

n = 6 - not used

n = 7 - 19200 bps

n = 8 - 38400 bps (default)

n = 9-11 - Reserved for factory use

n = 12- 57600 bps

n = 13 - 115200 bps

AT@A0: Auto baud off

AT&W: Save to non-volatile memory

@Fn Online Speed Change FORMAT: AT@Fn

n=0- Disabled

n=1- (default) Enabled

@Hn On/Off Hook in LAL FORMAT: AT@Hn

n=0- (default) On hook in LAL

n=1- Off hook in LAL

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.2: Details Continued

@Ln Load Default Options FORMAT: AT@Ln

n=0- (default) Load default options at reset (ATZ or power-up)

n=1- Load default options at call disconnect

@Mn Modem Speed FORMAT: AT@Mn

n = 0 - 300 bps
n = 1 - 1,200 bps
n = 2 - 2,400 bps
n = 3 - 4,800 bps
n = 4 - 9,600 bps
n = 5 - 12,000 bps
n = 6 - 14,400 bps
n = 7 - 16800 bps
n = 8 - 19,200 bps
n = 9 - 7,200 bps
n = 10 - Tx:75/Rx:1200 bps for V.23 operation
n = 11 - Tx:1200/Rx:75 bps for V.23 operation
n = 12 - 21,600 bps
n = 13 - 24,000 bps
n = 14 - 26,400 bps
n = 15 - 28,800 bps
n = 16 - 31,200 bps
n = 17 - 33,600 bps (default)
Note: For V.23 operation issue the AT@A2 command and then AT@M10
or AT@M11 to select the Tx/Rx speeds.
@Pn DTE Parity FORMAT: AT@Pn

n = 0 - (Default) None
n = 1 - Not used
n = 2 - Not used
n = 3 - Not used
n = 4 - Even
n = 5 - Odd.
n = 6 - Space
n = 7 - Mark

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.2: Details Continued


@Rn Respond to RDL Request FORMAT: AT@Rn

n=0- Disabled

n=1- (Default) Enabled

@Sn DTE Stop Bits FORMAT: AT@Sn

n = 1 - (Default) 1 stop bit

n = 2 - 2 stop bits

@Tn Trellis Encoding FORMAT: AT@Tn

n = 0 - Disables trellis encoding

n = 1 - (Default) Enables trellis encoding

@Vn Dialer Selection FORMAT AT@Vn

n=0- Enables "Dumb Mode"

n=1- (Default) Enables the AT asynchronous dialer

n=2- Enables the V.25 bis asynchronous dialer

n=3- Enables the V.25 bis HDLC synchronous dialer

n=4- Enables the V.25 bis BISYNC synchronous dialer

@Xn Transmit Equalizer FORMAT: AT@Xn

n = 0 - (Default) Disables the compromise equalizer

n = 1 - Enables the compromise equalizer

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.3: V.25 bis Commands & Responses

COMMAND FUNCTION
CIC Connect the Current Incoming Call
CRN d..d Dial the Number "d..d"
CRS n Dial the Number at Location "n"
DIC Disregard the Current Incoming Call
GAT Switch to the "AT Command Mode
PRN n; d..d Stores the Number d..d at Location n
PRN n; Clears Stored number at Location n
RLN List the Stored Numbers
RESPONSE FUNCTION
CFI xx Call Failure Indication
CNX ssss Connect Speed (xxxx bps)
INC Incoming Call -Ringing
INV xx Invalid Command
LSN n; d..d Lists Stored Number n in Response to RLN Command
VAL Valid Command

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

The international command set for modem control is defined by the CCITT
and termed V.25 bis. Some countries require V.25 bis to be the only means
of controlling a modem, and some require the modem to respond to V.25
bis commands but allow other command sets to be used. For controlling a
modem by synchronous commands, there is no other serious contender for
a de facto standard.

The V.25 bis command set has very limited capacity to control a modem
except for the basic dialing functions. For most modem settings, the AT
command set will be found more useful and provides for easier
configuration of the modem options. The details of the commands and
responses of the V.25 bis command set follows.

Note: The V.25 bis EIA signaling must be configured using either AT
commands or the front panel. The AT commands to enable
V.25 bis signaling are:
AT &C2
AT %C3
AT %D2
This configuration will allow the DSR, CD and CTS EIA signals
to function as specified in the V.25 bis specification.

Table 6.4: V.25 bis Commands & Responses, External


Models
COMMANDS:
CIC Connect Incoming Call FORMAT: CIC
CRN Dial a Call FORMAT: CRN d..d
Dials the number, "d..d".
Valid characters for a V.25 bis number are:
DTMF digits: 0-9, *, #
Wait for dial tone: :
Pause: <
Switch to pulse dial: P
Switch to DTMF dial: T
Flash: &
Note: Space and "." can be used as formatting characters.
CRS Dial a Stored Number FORMAT: CRS n
DIC Disregard Incoming Call FORMAT: DIC
GAT Switch to AT Mode FORMAT: GAT
PRN Store/Clear Number FORMAT: PRN n;d..d
RLN List Stored Numbers FORMAT: RLN

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

Table 6.4: V.25 bis Commands & Responses, External


Models
RESPONSES:

CFI Call Failure Indication FORMAT: CFI xx

xx

NS Number Not Stored. ("CRSn" command was issued for an


empty location.)

AB Aborted Call. A call request command was aborted before


completion, caused by typing any character, dropping DTR or
the abort timer expired.

ET Engaged Tone (busy).

ND No Dial tone.

CNX Connect Speed Indication FORMAT: CNX ssss

ssss

1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 12000, 14400, 16800 or 19200

INC Incoming Call FORMAT: INC

INV Invalid Command FORMAT: INV xx

xx

CU Command Unknown. The command received was not a valid


V.25 bis command.

PV Parameter Value. The command received contained an invalid


parameter value; i.e., illegal character in dial string or out of
range number index.

If "CU" or "PV" is not present, then the command received was invalid for an
unspecified reason. This can occur if a "DIC" or "CIC" command is received
when an incoming call is not present, or if the "PRN" command is used
when non-volatile security has been enabled.

LSN List of Stored Numbers FORMAT: LSN n; d..d

VAL Valid Command FORMAT: VAL

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AT and V.25bis Command Sets

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7
S-Registers
S-Register Functions
The S-Registers are used to set the numerous operating parameters of the
modem. There are many parameters of operation that may be varied to
satisfy the many possible data communications applications. Many of these
parameters are stored and remain operative until changed. Some hold data
for a given situation and the data is erased when reset or power is lost.
Use of the bit-mapped registers requires familiarity with the format and logic
involved. If a bit-mapped register is changed in error with the ATSr=n
command, the AT&Fn command will restore all of the registers of the
configuration to factory settings. The values in TABLE 7.1 give the decimal
value <nn>or the hexadecimal code when a "h" is indicated <xxh> for the S-
Registers. When the S-Registers are read by the ATSr? command the
response will be a decimal value. If an S-Register is changed by the
ATSr=n command, the n is a decimal value. On the following pages many
S-Registers are shown in the binary "bits" notation for bit-mapped options.
If the binary bits are converted to their decimal equivalent, this will be the
decimal value shown in response to the ATSr? command. Several S-
Registers have been assigned that are not used, or are reserved, and are
not applicable to these modems. This detail is noted when appropriate.
The two tables that follow provide listings of the S-Registers in numeric
order and then by functional groups. A third table is provided that lists all S-
Registers with further details.

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S-Registers

Table 7.1: S-Registers in Functional Groups

Answer Response
S0 Rings to answer
S1 Ring counter
S20 Rings to Busy Out
S90 Initial autoanswer disable timer
S91 Redial autoanswer disable timer
Automatic Dial Back-Up (UADBU) (Leased Line only)
S72 Weekday window start time
S73 Weekday window end time
S74 Weekend window start time
S75 Weekend window end time
S76 Weekday/weekend window type and disconnect
S77 Dial back-up hold or test control (0 = disabled)
S78 Dial back up test minute setting
Character Definitions
S2 Escape code
S3 Carriage return
S4 Line feed
S5 Backspace
S38 Downline load
S50 Corrected mode
S52 MNP abort
S62 XON sent to remote
S63 XOFF sent to remote
S64 XON received from DTE
S65 XOFF received from DTE
S66 BELL sent to DTE
S67 XON sent to DTE
S68 XOFF sent to DTE
S69 XON received from remote
S70 XOFF received from remote
S71 Parity error
Dialing Characteristics

116 V.34bis Series Standalone & Rackmount Modems


S-Registers

Table 7.1: S-Registers in Functional Groups

S14 Dialer enable/disable; Tone/Pulse dial

S22 Blind dial; Pulse dial ratio

S34 Dialer type (AT, V.25bis async/sync)

S36 Adaptive dialing

S55 Redials

S57 Bad SQ for redial


Displays
S14 Echo; Result code type

S22 Call progress; Result code set

S34 Result codes enabled

S35 Connect message DCE/DTE

S44 Normal/Extended result codes


EIA Control
S21 DTR; CD
S28 RTS/RTR; DSR; CD
S29 CTS; Connect message; DSR/CD during call back
S51 RTR polarity
EIA Status
S106 EIA input

S107 EIA output


Flow Control and Break Handling
S42 Respond to local/remote
S43 Generate local/remote
S44 Local/remote bell; Transmit/receive filter;
Command mode with transmit/receive break
S45 Pass through break; Clear buffers at break

V.42 LAPM/MNP Error Correction and Data Compression

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S-Registers

Table 7.1: S-Registers in Functional Groups

Controls

S49 V.42/LAPM/MNP; Stream/Block mode; Block size; Adaptive


packet size

S51 MNP break type; Error alarm

S82 MNP class

S83 MNP window size

S84 Large stream buffers; Optimized frame

S85 Compression enable/disable

S86 Error correction protocol

S88 V.42bis compression control

S89 V.42bis maximum string size

Modem Operations
S14 Leased line mode (Leased Line only)

S21 MI/MIC; A/A1; Long space disconnect

S22 Speaker control

S23 Guard tones

S27 Async/Sync; Dial-up/leased line; Clock source; ITU-T/Bell


modes (External only)

S34 S-Register values at disconnect

S35 Automatic retrain

S36 Any character abort; Inactivity type

S39 Transmit levels

S53 Compromise equalizer; Overspeed

S54 Auto fall back

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S-Registers

Table 7.1: S-Registers in Functional Groups

Modem Status

S104 Signal quality

S105 Receive level

S108 Modem status

S109 Cause of last disconnect

S114 Number of retains in last session

Product ID

S100 Product type

S101 Product version number

Speed, Data Format

S23 DTE parity and stop bits

S33 DTE character length; DSP word length

S34 DCE follows DTE/fixed; AT baud rate detection

S35 EIA control of speed; Online speed change enabled

S49 Constant DTE speed

S60 DCE speed/DTE speed

Test Status

S16 ALB, DLB, RDL, DTMF

S19 Power-up

S23 Respond to RDL request

S35 EIA control of RDL

S36 On/Off hook in ALB; EIA control of ALB


Time Intervals

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S-Registers

Table 7.1: S-Registers in Functional Groups

S6 Wait for dial tone


S7 Wait for carrier
S8 Comma pause time
S9 Carrier detect time
S10 Carrier loss detect time
S12 Escape guard time
S18 Test timer
S25 Sync delay to DTR (External only)
S26 RTS to CTS delay
S31 Wait for retrain
S32 Inactivity
S41 EIA drop time
S46 Transmit break width
S47 Receive break width
S48 Attention break width
S56 Leased line lookback (Leased Line only)
S87 LAPM detection phase
S90 Initial autoanswer disable timer
S91 Redial autoanswer disable timer

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S-Registers

S109 Cause of Last Disconnect


(dial applications only)
This register holds a code value which corresponds to a description
explaining the reason for the last disconnect. To extract this information,
and prior to establishing the next call, type:
ATS109?
The modem will return a two digit value. Compare this value with the chart
below.

Value Description
0 Normal disconnect, no error occurred.
1 MNP protocol level not standard (LD sent)
2 Bad MNP negotiation parameter (LD sent)
3 Bad frame number in LA frame (LD sent)
4 LN frame sent 20 times without ack (LD sent)
5 LT frame sent 20 times without ack (LD sent)
6 LD frame sent (unspecified reason)
7 DISC frame sent (unspecified reason)
8 BRK sent 20 times without ack (DISC sent)
9 LAPM status inquiry sent 20 times without response
10 DM response (F=0) received
11 FRMR received
12 LAPM negotiation failure - code words < 512
13 N(R) error
14 No response to XID frame
15 No response to SABME
16 No response to DISC
17 LD received
18 DM command received (F=1)
19 Bad code word received (empty location)
20 STEP-UP received when already maximum code word size
21 Reserved command code received
22 LAPM negotiation failure - string length > 250
23 LAPM negotiation failure - string length < 6

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S-Registers

Value Description
24 LAPM negotiation failure - block size < 8
25 Bad N(R) in I frame (FRMR sent)
26 Bad N(R) in RR frame (FRMR sent)
27 Bad N(R) in RNR frame (FRMR sent)
28 Bad N(R) in REJ frame (FRMR sent)
29 SREJ frame received (FRMR sent)
30 Undefined supervisory frame received (FRMR sent)
31 TEST frame received when not supported (FRMR sent)
32 Undefined unnumbered frame received (FRMR sent)
33 LAPM answer back failure
34 Any character abort
35 DISC frame received
56 I frame 20 times without ACK (disc sent)
100 Answer handshake failed to complete
101 Answer handshake failed to complete
102 DTR lost
103 Security violation - bad password after ^Z^Z^Z
104 Bad answerback
105 Time out waiting for answerback
106 Time out waiting for answer password
107 Bad answer password
108 Carrier lost (bad signal quality)
109 Retrain failure (handshake stuck)
110 Echo correlator lockup
111 Receive level change > 6 dB
112 Dialing failed - bad number link
113 Dialing failed - illegal state
114 Dial handshake failed to complete
115 Flash update failed

S114 Number of Retrains

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S-Registers

(dial applications only)


This register holds a code value which corresponds to the number of times
the modem retrained during the last connected session. To extract this
information, and prior to the establishment of the next call, type:
ATS114?
The modem will return a three digit value. This value represents the actual
number of times the modem retrained during the last session.

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S-Registers

124 V.34bis Series Standalone & Rackmount Modems


8
Maintenance and Testing
Maintenance
The routine maintenance for the AJ High Speed modem is limited to
cleaning the units, checking that airflow is adequate, and checking for loose
or damaged cables.

a. EXTERIOR SURFACES - Clean external modems with a soft cloth.

b. INTERIOR SURFACES - It is essential in the PC chassis that the


airflow be unrestricted. When dust or other particles are present that
can reduce airflow past the modem and power supply module in the PC
chassis it is essential that they be removed. This must be done with
care to ensure that no modem or PC chassis components or wiring are
disturbed.

c. FAN FILTER - If a fan is included in the PC, its filter and any
passageways for airflow must be kept clean to allow for unrestricted
airflow.

d. HARDWARE - Check that units are plugged fully into the connectors
of the PCs chassis.

e. CABLE CONNECTIONS - Check all cable connections at the back of


the PC chassis for proper connections and mounting with the
connector screws. Inspect for wear and fraying. Repair if necessary.

Maintenance Log
Record the fault indications and corrective actions taken in a maintenance
log for trouble shooting reference information. When technical support
personnel analyze problems it is often critically important to know the many
related details of the failures.

Other Maintenance
The AJ High Speed Modem provides several means of self-testing that can
be performed to determine a network or equipment failure. Attempted field
repair of defective units will void the warranty.

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Maintenance and Testing

Modem Testing
The AJ High Speed Modems feature sophisticated diagnostic testing
capabilities to help determine the source of a malfunction in the
communication link. These tests can determine the function of much of the
equipment involved in a data communications link. The results of these test
operations are of significant importance to the CXR Telcom Customer
Support Representative in determining the nature of the failure. The
following tests are available:

Guide To Testing
A failure in a communication link may be the result of a problem in the local
or remote modem, the local or remote DTE, or the telephone company
circuit. Should a problem arise, the following steps must be taken to isolate
the problem.

1. Verify the integrity of the modem by performing the Local Analog


Loopback (LAL) with self-test at the local and remote modems.
2. If the results of both tests are good, perform the Remote Digital
Loopback (RDL) with self-test to verify that the modem-to-modem
communication link is operating properly.
If the link fails the RDL test, but the modems pass the LAL
tests, it is likely that the telephone circuit is the problem.
Report the problem to the telephone company if the problem
persists.
3. To verify the modem and the DTE, perform the Local Analog Loopback
test.
If this test is unsuccessful, but good results were obtained
with the LAL with self-test, the DTE is likely the problem
source.
Local Analog Loopback (LAL): Tests the local modem, the
local DTE, and local DTE interface.

126 V.34bis Series Standalone & Rackmount Modems


Maintenance and Testing

AT Test Commands
The AT&Tn command selects from the wide range of testing options
provided by the modem. Selections range from the simple LAL (Local
Analog Loopback) test to the complex RDL (Remote Digital Loopback) test
with self-test generator and comparator.

FORMAT: AT&Tn
n=0- Terminates test mode; returns modem to command mode
n=1- ALB/LAL (Local Analog Loopback)
n=2- (Factory use only)
n=3- Initiate LDL/DLB (Local Digital Loopback)
n=4- Enable response to RDL (Remote Digital Loopback) remote
requests
n=5 Disable response to RDL remote requests
n=6- Initiate RDL
n=7- Initiate RDL with self-test generator and comparator that
reports
number of errors and issues audible responses
n=8- Initiate LAL/ALB with self-test
n=9- Initiate LAPM RDL with self-test

Register S-18 is a test timer which can be used in conjunction with any
active test mode command to cause the modem to exit from test mode after
the number of seconds (0-255) specified in the register. If the register is set
to 0, the test timer will not expire, and the modem will not exit test mode
until the test is manually terminated by pressing the disconnect function
button on the front panel.

The ATIn command requests a product firmware revision code from the
modem, or runs a memory test. When the ATZ command is given to reset
the modem, the modem will perform a self-test.

The AT%EAn command (0 = Disabled; 1 = Enabled) allows the modem to


perform a local analog loopback test when EIA pin 18 or pin 25 is raised
depending on the dip switch settings .

The AT%ERn command (0 = Disabled; 1 = Enabled) allows the modem to


perform the remote digital loopback test when EIA pin 11 or pin 21 is raised.

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Maintenance and Testing

DTE DTE
Idle Line

Local Remote
AT&T1 (Local Analog Loopback)

OR

DTE DTE
Idle Line

Local Remote
Front Panel LAL Button of the Local Modem
(Initiate Local Analog Loopback)

*Local Analog Loopback with self test: Tests the local modem transmit
and receive circuits using a self-generated test pattern and error
checker.

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Maintenance and Testing

DTE DTE
Idle Line

Local Remote
AT&T8 (Initiate Local Analog Loopback)

Uses built-in test pattern generator and


comparator. To terminate test, type AT&T0.
The modem will return a 3 digit number
indicating the number of errors.

Remote Digital Loopback (RDL): Tests the local and remote modems,
the local DTE, local DTE interface, and the associated telephone
circuit.

DTE DTE

Active Line
Local Remote
AT&T6 (Initiate Remote Digital Loopback)

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Maintenance and Testing

OR

DTE DTE

Active Line
Local Remote
Front Panel LAL Button of the Remote modem
(Initiate Remote Digital Loopback)

OR

DTE DTE

Active Line
Local Remote
Front Panel LAL Button of the Local modem
(Initiate Remote Digital Loopback)
*Non-Error Correcton*

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Maintenance and Testing

*Remote Digital Loopback with self test: Same as previous, but uses a
self-generated test pattern and error checker.

DTE DTE

Active Line
Local Remote
AT&T7 (Initiate Remote Digital Loopback)

Uses built-in test pattern generator and


comparator. To terminate test, type AT&T0. The
modem will return a 3 digit number indicating the
number of errors.

Local Digital Loopback: Tests the local and remote modems, the local
DTE interface, and the telephone unit.

DTE DTE
Active Line

Local Remote
AT&T3 (Local Digital Loopback)

OR

DTE DTE
Active Line

Local Remote

Front Panel LAL Button of the Local modem


(Initiate Local Digital Loopback)

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Maintenance and Testing

*LAPM Remote Digital Loopback with self test: Tests local and remote
LAPM operation.

DTE DTE

Active Line
Local Remote
AT&T9 (Initiate Remote Digital Loopback with LAPM)
Uses built-in test pattern generator and comparator.
To terminate test, type AT&T0. The modem will return
a 3 digit number indicating the number of errors.

These tests can be initiated only from the asynchronous command mode.
To initiate a remote or local digital loopback test, a dial up or leased line
connection must be established.

NOTE : When online with a LAPM/MNP connection the RDL and LDL tests
are not operative.

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A
Product Line Warranty
Products manufactured by CXR Telcom Corporation are guaranteed to be
free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years
from the date of shipment. CXR Telcom will accept returned items,
transportation prepaid to the service center, for repair during the warranty
period at no cost to the customer, provided that the products have not been
subjected to improper installation, accident, misuse, neglect, or
unauthorized alterations.

Certification

CXR Telcom Corporation certifies that all products are thoroughly tested
and inspected and found to meet manufacturers specifications when
shipped from the factory.

Inspection

All products manufactured by CXR Telcom are carefully inspected and


thoroughly tested prior to shipment. Modern packaging techniques are used
to prevent damage during shipment. If goods are received in a damaged
condition A CLAIM SHOULD BE FILED WITH THE TERMINATING
CARRIER IMMEDIATELY. Normally, the carrier will want to inspect the
shipping carton and packing materials.

Repair Service

If equipment does not operate properly when tested in accordance with the
instructions, it should be returned to an authorized service center for repair.
Call or write Customer Service for a Return Material Authorization
prior to shipping any equipment to the factory. When returning
equipment for repair, utmost care should be taken to avoid shipping
damage. If available, use the original cartons and packing material.
Shipping charges should be prepaid.

If the equipment is covered by warranty, it will be repaired free of charge or


replaced, at the Company's option, and returned prepaid. Unauthorized
field repairs or modifications will invalidate the warranty.

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Appendix A - Product Line Warranty

For out-of-warranty repair work, Customer Service will provide a quotation


for repair charges first, unless the shipment is accompanied by a purchase
order. Repair work will be performed after authorization to proceed (in the
form of a purchase order) is received.

Service Center
CXR Telcom Corporation
Attn: Customer Service
47233 Fremont Boulevard
Fremont, CA 94538-6502

(510) 657-8810
(510) 657-1158 (FAX)

www.cxr.com

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B
FCC & Canadian Regulation Info.
Equipment Attachment Limitations
NOTICE: The Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) label
identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment
meets certain telecommunication network protective, operational and safety
requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will
operate to the user's satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible


to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of
connection. In some cases, the company's inside wiring associated with a
single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified
connector assembly (telephone extension cord). The customer should be
aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent
degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment must be made by the factory. Any repairs or


alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions,
may give the telecommunication company cause to request the user to
disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connection of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water
pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connection themselves,
but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or
electrician.

Part 15 Advisement Class A Computing


Device
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for Class A computing devices pursuant to FCC
Part 15 (subpart J) which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a residential area. If interference should occur,
the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures
may be required to correct the interference.

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Appendix B - FCC & Canadian Regulation Info.

Part 68 FCC Notice to Users

1. Upon request only, you must provide the following data to your
telephone utility company (Telco):
A. Notice of intention to install or permanently remove an
FCC Part 68 registered device or system; and the *FCC
registration Number.
B. *The ringer equivalence (R.E.N.) number (see index).
Note that if several devices are connected on the same
line, the R.E.N. must not add up to more than 5.0 (A or
B). This R.E.N. figure is important to your Telco.
C. *The (USOC) jack types to be provided by the Telco are RJ11C/W
for the dial-up line; JM8 for the leased line.
*The "*" flagged items above are noted on the equipment's FCC
Compliance label.
2. This device may not be used on Telco-operated coin phone lines.
Party lines and privately owned coin-phone lines are subject to local
State regulatory policies and possible additional State special
requirements.
3. The Telco has the right to make changes to their network which may
affect the operation of your equipment, provided you are given
adequate written notice.
4. In case of operational problems, disconnect your unit by removing the
modular plug form the Telco jack. If your regular phone (or other
device or system) still works properly, your modem has a problem and
must remained disconnected. Locations and phone numbers for
factory service are listed in this user's manual. If upon the above
disconnection your regular service still has a problem, notify your Telco
that they may have a problem. Request prompt service at no cost to
you the user. If a problem is found in premises wiring not Telco-
installed, you are subject to a service charge. If a fault is in Telco-
installed wiring, you may be subject to a service call charge.
5. Unless otherwise noted in the User's Manual (e.g.: fuses, etc.), the
user may not under any circumstance (in or out of warranty) attempt
any service, adjustment or repairs on this unit. It must be returned to
the factory for all such work.
6. Special FCC rules apply to equipment connected behind a PBX or
KTS.
Load Number Explanatory Note
The Load Number (LN) assigned to each terminal device denotes the
percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop which is
used by the device to prevent overloading. The termination on a loop may

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Appendix B - FCC & Canadian Regulation Info.

consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirements that


the total of the Load Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 100.

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C
Specifications
Specifications for AJ External Models

MULTIMODE PROTOCOLS: Modem Mode


V.34bis, V.32terbo, V.32 bis, V.32, V.22 bis, V.22, V.23, V.21,
Bell 212 and 103

FAX PROTOCOLS: Fax Mode


Group III, Class 1 and 2 Fax Transmission at 9600 bps with fall back to 7200 or
4800 bps (V.29, V.27terbo)

INPUT DATA FORMAT:


Serial, binary, synchronous, asynchronous

DCE DATA RATES (Modem speeds):


33,600, 31,200, 28,800, 26,400, 24,000, 21,600, 19,200, 16,800, 14,400, 12,000,
9600, 4800, 2400, 1200, 300 bps

DTE INPUT RATES (port speeds):


115,200, 57,600, 38,400, 19,200, 9600, 4800, 2400, 1200, 300 bps

OPERATING MODE:
Full duplex on standard dial-up lines

TELCO INTERFACE:
RJ-11 Jack for the dial-up line; JM8 for the leased line

TRANSMIT LEVEL:
Dial network: -10.0 dBm +/- 1.0 dBm permissive mode

RECEIVER CARRIER FREQ.:


1800 Hz, 1700 Hz, 2400 Hz, 1200 Hz

RECEIVER SENSITIVITY:
-6 to -40 dBm on dial up

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Appendix C - Specifications

TERMINAL INTERFACE:
RS-232-D, V.24, DB-25 Connector

LOSS OF CARRIER:
Dial mode to disconnect are soft programmable

ERROR CORRECTION:
V.42 LAPM and MNP Class 4

DATA COMPRESSION:
V.42bis and MNP Class 5

ENVIRONMENTAL:
Operating temperature: 32 to 122 degrees F (0 to 50 C)
Storage temperature: -4 to 158 degrees F (-20 to 70 C)
Relative humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing

POWER REQUIREMENTS:
Voltage (ac): 117 VAC (+10%, -15%)
230 VAC (+10%, -15%) 50-60 Hz optionally
available
Frequency: 57 - 63 Hz

POWER CONSUMPTION:
7 watts maximum

DIMENSIONS:
6.75 x 11.5 x 1.5 inches

WEIGHT:
6 lb. (including power supply module)

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Appendix C - Specifications

Specifications for AJ Rackmount Models

PROTOCOLS
V.34bis, V.32terbo, V.32 bis, V.32, V.22 bis, V.22, V.23, V.21,
Bell 212 and 103

FAX PROTOCOLS: Fax Mode


Group III, Class 1 and 2 Fax Transmission at 9600 bps with fallback to
7200 or 4800 bps (V.29, V.27terbo)

INPUT DATA FORMAT:


Serial, binary, synchronous, asynchronous

DCE DATA RATES (Modem speeds):


33,600, 31,200, 28,800, 26,400, 24,000, 21,600, 19,200, 16,800, 14,400, 12,000,
9600, 4800, 2400, 1200, 300 bps

DTE INPUT RATES (port speeds):


115,200, 57600, 38400, 19200, 9600, 4800, 2400, 1200, 300 bps

OPERATING MODE:
Full duplex on standard 2-Wire dial-up lines or on 2/4-Wire 3002 unconditioned
leased lines

TRANSMIT LEVEL:
Dial network: -10.0 dBm +/- 1.0 dBm permissive mode
Leased line: -10 to -16 dBm in soft select-able 2 dB steps

RECEIVER CARRIER FREQ.:


1800 Hz, 1700 Hz, 2400 Hz, 1200 Hz

RECEIVER SENSITIVITY:
-6 to -40 dBm on dial up
0 to -34 dBm on 2/4-wire leased line

TERMINAL INTERFACE:
RS-232-D, V.24

LOSS OF CARRIER:
Leased line to auto dial operation and dial mode to disconnect are soft
programmable

ERROR CORRECTION:
V.42 LAPM and MNP Class 4

DATA COMPRESSION:
V.42 bis and MNP Class 5

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Appendix C - Specifications

ENVIRONMENTAL:
Operating temperature: 32 to 122 degrees F (0 to 50 C)
Storage temperature: -4 to 158 degrees F (-20 to 70 C)
Relative humidity: 10 to 90 % non-condensing

POWER REQUIREMENTS:
SMTR or UCCA-01: 117 VAC (+10%, -15%)
SMTR or UCCA-012: 230 VAC (+10%, -15%)
In standalone case, UCSA-03, it will operate at either
117 VAC or 230 VAC automatically
Frequency: 47-63 Hz

POWER CONSUMPTION:
5 watts maximum per rackmount modem

DIMENSIONS:
In UCSA-XX standalone case: 13.25 x 9.5 x 2.25 inches
Rackmount modem assembly only: 12 x 6.94 x .75 inches

WEIGHT:
In UCSA-XX standalone case: 7 lbs.
Rackmount modem assembly only: 1.6 lbs.

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D
RS-232 PIN Assignments
The following charts show the RS-232 pin assignments for the rackmount
and standalone models.

Rackmount Pin Assignments


Pin Abr. Signal Function
1 CGND Chassis Ground
2 TD Transmit Data
3 RD Receive Data
4 RTS Request to Send
5 CTS Clear to Send
6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 SGND Signal Ground
8 DCD Data Carrier Detect
9 +10v
10 - 10v
11 FRDL Force RDL / Signal Quality
12 SPEED Speed or Dial Indication /
Side Channel Receive Data
13 SC Side Channel Select
14 DCTRL (Force) Dial Control
15 TXC Transmit Clock
16 SCTD Side Channel Transmit Data
17 RXC Receive Clock
18 FALB Force Analog Loopback
19 DLFL Dial Back-Up Indicator
20 DTR Data Terminal Ready
21 SQ Signal Quality / Force RDL
22 RI Ring Indicator
23 SI Speed Control / Speed Indication
24 ETC External Transmit Clock
25 TEST Test Indictor / LAL

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Appendix D - RS-232 PIN Assignments

Standalone Pin Assignments


Pin Abr. Signal Function
1 CGND Chassis Ground
2 TD Transmit Data
3 RD Receive Data
4 RTS Request to Send
5 CTS Clear to Send
6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 SGND Signal Ground
8 DCD Data Carrier Detect
9-14 n/c No Connection
15 TXC Transmit Clock
16 STD No Connection
17 RXC Receive Clock
18 n/c No Connection
19 n/c No Connection
20 DTR Data Terminal Ready
21 n/c No Connection
22 RI Ring Indicator
23 n/c No Connection
24 ETC External Transmit Clock
25 n/c No Connection

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Index
A
AT command...................................................................... 19, 65, 68, 76, 77
Attn Ack Frames.........................................................................................57
Attn Ack Frames.........................................................................................55
Attn Frames..........................................................................................54, 56
Auto Dial.....................................................................................................98
B
Break Handling.........................................................................................113
Busy-Out ....................................................................................................99
Bytes ....................................................................................................54, 56
C
CD ..............................................................................................................66
Character .....................................................................................54, 56, 112
Command Mode...................................................................................59, 99
Configuration Select ...................................................................................59
CTS ......................................................................................................66, 94
D
Data Ack Frames........................................................................................56
Data Compression............................................................ 52, 53, 55, 78, 114
Data Frames ........................................................................................54, 56
Dial ...........................................................................................................108
Dial Back-Up .................................................................................75, 79,112
Dialing ................................................................................................68, 113
Dialing and Answering................................................................................77
Dial-up..................................................................................................60, 90
DISC...........................................................................................................63
DSR..............................................................................................66, 94, 102
DTR..........................................................................................62, 66, 68, 90
DTR,DSR CD FORCED AT&F1.................................................................34
DTR,DSR CD FORCED AT&F2.................................................................34
Dup Data Frames .......................................................................................56
E
Error Correction................................................................50, 53, 55, 78, 114
Errors .........................................................................................................56
F
Factory Configuration .................................................................................90
FBS ............................................................................................................64

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Index

Flow Control ...............................................................................79, 103, 113


I
Inactivity Timer .......................................................................................... 95
Incoming Ring............................................................................................ 59
L
LAL ...............................................................................................63, 94, 104
LAPM/MNP...........................................................50, 89, 101, 102, 103, 114
Leased Line ..........................................8, 16, 31, 47, 59, 60, 79, 90, 95, 112
Loss of Carrier ........................................................................................... 96
M
Maintenance ............................................................................................ 121
Manual Dialing..................................................................................... 62, 68
Modem Status ......................................................................................... 115
O
On Line ...................................................................................................... 59
ORIG/ANS ................................................................................................. 63
P
PASSWORD.................................................................39, 42, 45, 95, 96, 97
Product ID................................................................................................ 115
R
RD ............................................................................................................. 66
RDL ..............................................................................................63, 94, 106
Receive Data ..................................................................................61, 66, 95
REJ Frames............................................................................................... 54
Reset ......................................................................................................... 89
Result Codes ........................................................................................... 102
RNR Frames.............................................................................................. 54
RR Frames ................................................................................................ 54
S
Security.......................................................................................5, 43, 80, 96
S-Registers.............................................................................................. 112
T
TD.............................................................................................................. 66
Test Status .............................................................................................. 115
Timers ....................................................................................................... 48
Transmit Data .................................................................................61, 66, 95
U
UADBU ...........................................................................................72,71,112
V
V.25 BIS BISYNC ...................................................................................... 34
V.25 bis HDLC/SDLC ................................................................................ 34

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Index

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