Setting up the Dialer
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Before using the Dialer, you must turn it on and set preferences for how it works with your telephone or modem. |
To set up the Dialer
From the Tools menu, click Preferences.
In the Preferences dialog box, click the Communication tab, and then click Dialer Preferences.
Select Use Dialer to turn it on.
Select your modem or telephone line from the Modem or line list, and click Setup to configure the modem or telephone line.
For information about setup options, see your modem or telephony software documentation.
If your modem or telephone is not listed in the Modem or line list, make sure that the modem driver or telephone driver software was installed correctly. For information about installing a modem driver, see Windows online Help.
(Optional) Click Properties to select a location from the Location list.
(Optional) Click New to create a new location, or click Edit to change an existing location.
(Optional) The Hide dialer after dialing option is selected by default. Uncheck this option if you want the Dialer to stay on your screen after dialing is complete.
(Optional) The Start timer automatically on outgoing calls option is selected by default. Uncheck this option if you do not want the timer to start automatically.
Click OK to close the Dialer Preferences dialog box.