
KMD-5569: SETUP FOR THE U.S.
ROBOTICS 36K or 56K MODEM
Installation Guide
Before You Begin
The KMD-5569 modem comes factory configured and ready for use. The modem should NOT be
reconfigured unless the original settings have been lost.
CAUTION: Do NOT use the USRobotics CD to configure your modem.
Setup
1. Unpack the modem and set the dip switches
on the back as follows:
Switches 3, 4, & 8 down (ON)
All other switches up (OFF)
2. Connect the modem to the computer using a
RS-232 cable.
3. Plug the modem power adapter into the
modem. Turn the modem on. When the
modem is on, turn on the computer.
CAUTION: Check to ensure you are using
the proper power supply.
Configuration
4. Open HyperTerminal from your windows Desktop by clicking Start --> Programs -->
Accessories --> Communications --> HyperTerminal.
5. Click Cancel to remove the Connection Description window.

6. From the menu bar at the top of the window, click File --> Properties.
7. Click on the drop down box in the "Connect Using" field and select "U. S. Robotics 56K".
NOTE: If there is more than one USRobotics modem, the KMD-5569 will be identified by the
letters "EXT" on the end of its file name.
NOTE: If USRobotics drivers have never been installed on your PC, you will not see a selection for
the KMD-5569. Instead, select the Com Port (e.g. COM1) that you used to connect the
modem to the PC.