EXP Computer ThinFax LXM User Manual
Revision 1.3
06-97
ThinFax 1414-LX/LXM with MiniFax
For
HP 100/200LX
INTRODUCTION
Features
INSTALLATION
System Requirement
Hardware Installation
Software Installation
Testing the Modem
Accessing the Flash (F:) drive
Formatting the Flash (F:) drive
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont.)
4
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OPERATION
Sending a Fax
Send Fax Entry
Cover Page
Phone book
Receiving Fax
View Fax
MiniFax Utility
Printing Fax
Log
Configuring MiniFax
Manual Dial
Upgrading the MiniFax
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USING THE THINFAX AS A DATA MODEM IN THE HP 100/200LX
GETTING STARTED
Starting MiniFax Under System=s Icons View and List View
Send fax with Cover Page
Receive a Fax
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Operating consideration
Operating Mode
Flow Control
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USING THE THINFAX AS A DATA MODEM IN PC CARD COMPATIBLE
COMPUTER
Hardware Installation
Software Installation Guide
COM Port Configuration
Using the ThinFax LXM as a FLASH card in PC Card Compatible
Computer
Install EXP FLASH card device driver
TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont.)
APPENDIX A
Basic Data Modem >AT= Commands
Data Mode Error Detection and Data Compression
APPENDIX B
Download Upgrade Program Procedures
Upgrade the MiniFax
Upgrade the FLASH (F:) drive file
Question & Answer
APPENDIX C
ERROR MESSAGE
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you and welcome to our next generation of the ThinFax modem card for
HP 100/200LX. This User's Manual explains in detail how to install, and how to
operate the ThinFax modem cards. The following products are covered in this manual:
ThinFax 1414LX (Modem + MiniFax)
ThinFax 1414LXM (Modem + MiniFax +
2, 4 or 8 MB FLASH memory)
Both ThinFax cards come with MiniFax, an onboard fax program with the same user
interface of the HP 100/200LX palmtop computer. The MiniFax is a full function fax
program, which user can send, receive, view and print fax documents.
The ThinFax 1414LXM (Modem + Memory Combo card) has all the functions and
features of the ThinFax 1414LX plus 2, 4 or 8 MB Flash Memory within the card setup
as the F: drive. (typical)
CCITT V.32bis, V.32, V.22bis, V.22, and V.21
Bell 103 and 212A
‘ Error correction: V.42, MNP 2-4
‘ Data compression: V.42bis, MNP5
‘ Send and receive Fax speed up to 14,400 bps.
‘‘ Fax mode protocols:
CCITT V.17, V.29, V.27ter, and V.21 Ch. 2
EIA/TIA 578 Class 1
Fax Group III compatible.
‘‘ Automatic power save mode
‘‘ MiniFax:
Resides in the card.
Log of Send/Receive fax
Previewing a fax on the screen before sending.
Viewing received faxes.
Fax Telephone Directory via the HP 100/200LX Phone Book application
User-friendly interface
Fax cover page
Multiple printer support
ThinFax 1414-LX/LXM can be used as Fax/Data modem on any PC Card
(PCMCIA 2.10) compatible computers as well. Users must install a PC Card
(PCMCIA 2.10) device driver(s) with a DOS-Based or WINDOWS-Based software to
utilize Fax/Data function.
FEATURES
‘‘ Low power consumption
‘‘ 2 MB, 4MB or 8 MB low power (5V) FLASH memory
(ThinFax 1414LXM Only)
‘‘ PC Card (PCMCIA 2.10) Type II Card size, 54.0 mm x 85.6 mm x 5.0
mm
‘‘ Data speed up to 14,400 bps.
‘‘ Data mode protocols:
SYSTEM REQUIREMENT
Preparing the HP 100/200LX
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INSTALLATION
This section contains information that you need to prepare the HP 100/200LX
for ThinFax 1414-LX/LXM, including how to insert and remove the card and how to
test the modem's installation with DataComm.
Note1: To prolong the HP 100/200LX's battery life, Hewlett-Packard
recommends the following procedure should be observed:
If possible use an AC Adapter whenever the ThinFax modem card is
plugged into the HP 100/200LX.
Note2: A reminder for ThinFax LXM user, the FLASH memory portion of the
card will consume power from the palmtop when the card is inserted and
the power switch is set to ON.
Keystrokes Convention
Memory: You should reserve at least 400 KB of system memory for the MiniFax
(70KB) and the HP System Manager. If you plan to use other built-in
applications, consider increasing the size of the system memory
accordingly. Press the &… and S key to start Setup.
System RAM Memory
Need at least 400K
Hardware Installation
Sometimes you may need to press the keyboard in series or combination
keystrokes. The following are the keystrokes convention used in this guide:
Sequential key: MENU, F, S Press the keys shown in sequence.
(without , )
Hot-key: Alt + F2 Press and hold down the key(s) shown then
tap the last key. The last key can be any underline letter
(DataComm) displayed on the screen or a Function key.
Note: HP does not recommend performing the insertion/removal of the
PCMCIA card into/from the HP 100/200LX when its power is on. Turn
the power to the computer OFF before attempting the following
operation. This card is also sensitive to static electricity.
Hardware Installation (Cont.)
Software Installation
Inserting the Card
Hold the card with the EXP logo on the top. Slide the card into the slot located at the
left side of the HP 100/200LX. Push the card in until the end of the card is flush with
the case. (See Below)
Removing the card
Slide the ejection button to the left until the end of the card clears the case.
To install the ThinFax card:
C Press the &… , MENU, A, L key. To close all applications.
C Press &… , D to display DOS prompt C:\.
C Type A: and press Enter, Change to drive A: in the ThinFax 1414-
LX/LXM card.
C Type INSTALL and then press Enter.
The installation program will check the existence of the c:\config.sys and
c:\autoexec.bat file. If the files are not present, the install program will copy them
from the D: drive to C: drive and/or activate the TSR program by erase the word
>REM= from the c:\autoexec.bat (HP 100LX only) line:
REM d:\bin\cic100 /gen1
If you have ThinFax 1414-LXM, beside performing the above procedures, the
install program also sets up the FLASH memory as the F: drive (typical) in your
HP 100/200LX palmtop computer by adding a statement into the C:\config.sys
file:
Device=c:\tflxm\lxmdrv.sys
Along with the driver, a format utility is also included. These two files will be
installed in the C:\tflxm directory:
lxmdrv.sys (device driver for HP Palmtop)
lxmfmt.exe (format utility)
The screen should display the following lines:
<< EXP ThinFax LX, LXM card installer v1.2* >>
Processing AUTOEXEC.BAT...
Create C:\TFLXM
Processing CONFIG.SYS.........
Press any key to reboot....
The card is now ready to use.
*
The actual version may be different.
The Flash size displayed depends on your card type.
NOTICE:
User type in these lines
Modem’s responses
What type of your telephone line ANALOG OR DIGITAL?
Check your telephone line, the Fax/Data can be connected to an ANALOG Line
ONLY ! (normal house hold line)
Testing the Modem
5. Type ATDT nnn nnnn then press ENTER, where nnn nnnn is
your telephone number. The modem will attempt to dial and
later it should display BUSY result code.
After you have finished the above procedures, this is proof that the modem is installed
properly and functioning well.
To verify that the modem has been installed and functions properly, please follow
these steps:
1. Press &… , C to start the DataComm program.
2. Press MENU, C, S to select the COM port setting in the
Interface field for COM 2.
Press TAB to move the highlight to OK and press ENTER to
accept the information entered.
3. Type AT then press ENTER.
The ThinFax modem should respond with an OK.
If the modem does not respond, please verify that the COM port
is set for COM 2 and redo the installation procedure.
4. Connect the slim connector to the modem card with the
RJ-11 end to a working telephone jack.
Accessing the Flash (F:) drive
ThinFax 1414-LXM user can access the Flash F:(typical) drive just like other
DOS drives after the software installation is completed. All file operations such as
Copy, Delete, Move are supported both within DOS prompt and any HP built-in
application. The Flash F: drive is pre-formatted at our factory. (No fdisk or format
procedures is required)
Note: If there are any other FLASH card installed in your HP palmtop prier to
the ThinFax 1414 LXM card, the drive letter may change to G:. Also
review to config.sys file and make sure the EXP=s FLASH driver
(lxmdrv.sys) load after the other FLASH card=s driver.
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Getting Started
This section describes how to use the MiniFax program to send and receive a fax.
Starting MiniFax under System's Icons View and List View
Format the F: drive
In case user needs to reformat the FLASH drive, EXP includes the format utility
file Alxmfmt.exe@. To format follow the steps below:
1. Press &…, D to start the DOS Prompt program.
2. At the prompt type c:\tflxm\lxmfmt Press ENTER.
3. The screen will display:
<< EXP ThinFax-LXM format utility V1.5* >>
Insert ThinFax LXM card
and press ENTER when ready
Checking card type .........
4M* flash present
Verifying the card ...
Writing 00 to card ......
................................................
Read back and check ...
Writing FF to card ......
................................................
Number of bad pages = 0000
Writing BOOT area ......
Prepare FAT table .......
OK! Format complete
During the installation, the System Manager will install the MiniFax icon into your
HP100/200LX. You may start the MiniFax software as all the other built-in
applications.
# Press the blue &… to display the More Application screen.
# From the Icon View press the Down Arrow key Or Pdn to
locate the MiniFax icon.
Use Arrow key to highlight the MiniFax Icon or press X key or you may use the
hot-key (Alt + F2 by default) to start MiniFax.
# From List View, highlight MiniFax and press ENTER, or use the hot-key Alt +
F2
*
The actual version may be different.
The Flash size displayed depends on your card type.
The initial screen after running MiniFax will be:
The screen will then change to the Send Menu after several seconds, or you may press
any key to access the Send screen immediately.
5. To edit a Cover page, press TAB to highlight the Cover Page box and press
ENTER, or press F6.
Send fax with Cover Page
1. Connect the modem to a working telephone line.
2. At the sending screen fill in To: fax’s recipient, Fax#: remote fax’s telephone
3. File name: Enter the file name that you wish to send. (Leave blank if you
wish to send a cover page only) You may highlight Files… and press
ENTER or press F7 to display the Files screen and select a file. If you
choose the MEMO=s file, it can be in either Memo=s format or ASCII format.
For all others built-in applications the file must be saved in ASCII format
only. The File Type: ASCII=s button is filled in.
4. Make sure that the X is in the box "With cover page." If not, Press TAB to
move the highlight to it, use Space bar or press ENTER to toggle it.
6. Fill in; Company: of the fax recipient (if any), From: Your name goes in
here, Fax# for your local fax number. You may add the reference subject to
the Re: field and any additional notes to the Comment: field. The comments
field is limited to approximately 16 lines or 500 characters.
7. Press TAB to move the highlight to OK and press ENTER, or Alt + O to
accept the information entered. To discard all the information press to move
the highlight to Cancel and press ENTER , or Alt + C. In both cases,
MiniFax will return to Send screen.
8. To start sending fax, at the Send screen press TAB to move the highlight to
Send fax and press ENTER, or Alt + S or press F8.
9. In the Send fax screen, the Status: field display current MiniFax's operation
such as:
Converting cover page... => initialize COM port =>... Dialing.
10. The MiniFax will attempt to make a connection with the remote fax machine,
the progress graph starts incrementing until it reaches 100%.
Receiving a Fax
Connect the ThinFax modem to a working telephone line and then to start
MiniFax, After MiniFax is started, press MENU, F, R or F3 from any of the
other MiniFax menu to display the following screen
If there is any error, please consult APPENDIX C for more detail and possible cause of
the error.
1. Observe the Operation: (Command sending to the modem) and Response:
(modem answering to MiniFax commands) during the initial setting of the
ThinFax 1414-LX/LXM. The ThinFax should always respond with OK.
2. At the end of setting up the ThinFax for fax reception, the status will display
'Waiting For call...' You are now ready to receive a fax.
3. The receiving fax will be stored at C:\_DAT (Default path), to change the path
user must use the MiniFax=s Configuration utility.
To access the Configuration screen press MENU, U, C.
Change the >>Recv path:== field to your choice. Including the FLASH drive if you
have the ThinFax 1414-LXM card. (i.g. F:\faxrecv)
Receiving fax=s file name format consists of the current month, date, hour and minute
setting in the palmtop.
02220937.mfx (mmddhhmm)
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