First time use of the UTBox Fax Printer Driver
Due to the way Windows implements Windows Fax and Scan, you will need to perform some extra steps during the first use of the UTBox Fax Printer Driver.
These are required to fulfill the Windows requirement of entering in dialing rules and setting up settings for "fax". These are not used or required by the UTBox Fax Printer Driver however is still required by Windows.
You are able to use any program, and after selecting File > Print please follow the instructions below. You will only need to do this the first time you use the driver.
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Once installed simply select File > Print. Then select Fax. |
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Select "Connect to a fax modem" from the two available options. |
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Click Next. |
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Click "Answer automatically (recommended)". |
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Click Allow access. This is all that will need to be done for first time use. |
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Windows will continue with the fax sending process and the fax sending screen will appear. |
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Input a destination number in international format (e.g. 612....) into the "To:" field of the form. |
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Click OK. |
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A "Location Information" dialog will appear. |
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Simply input your area code in the "What area code (or city code) are you in now?". For example for somebody located in Sydney where the area code is "02", simply input the number "2" in this field and click OK. |
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Click OK. |
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Your first fax will commence preparation automatically. |
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Click on View details. |
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The expanded dialog will show when the fax has been sent to the driver successfully. |
Once you have been through these steps once, you will not be required to go through the wizard section again. You can follow the steps here to successfully send your faxes using the UTBox Fax Printer in future.
If you experience any difficulties following this guide, please feel free to contact us.
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