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Installation of Fanciful Navigator |
Configuration of Fanciful Navigator
A quick warning before we
get started. Fanciful Navigator comes configured to work with most modems. In most cases
all you will have to do is select the correct COM port and you will be in good shape. If
you have not had any problems with your modem, or are not confident in modem
configuration, we suggest you return to the
Configuring Fanciful
Navigator page.
Click the
"Properties" button beside the list of COM ports in the "Connection
Settings" window to open the "Serial Device Properties" window for the
selected COM port. The first field you encounter is the device name. This can be changed
to better reflect the name of your modem, and if you have multiple modems hooked up to
your system this can be a big help. The "Port" field defines the COM port
actually used by this modem. This must be set correctly in order for Fanciful Navigator to
dial your modem. The "Maximum Speed" drop down menu can be set to the highest
speed at which your COM port will reliably communicate. And for most error correcting and
data compressing modems available today, the "Lock port at this speed" box
should be checked. Once you are satisfied with your settings in this Window, proceed with
the next bullet, below. |
Click on the
"Connection" tab to see the "Options" box, and the "Modem
Settings" box. The settings in the "Options" can be varied to suit your
particular situation. The default settings are suitable for most users. In the "Modem
Settings" box, the "Reset string" field can be tailored to your particular
modem. Carefully review the documentation from your modem manufacturer before changing the
reset string. The default reset string is suitable for most modems available today. The
"Dial String" field generally does not need to be changed. There is however one
BIG exception. If you have Call Waiting through your phone company, you
will need to insert a *70 into the dial string immediately after the ATDT. This will
assure that your Call Waiting is disabled whenever you are connected to Fanciful Online.
Users who repeatedly disconnect from Fanciful Online as a result of Call Waiting
interrupts may have their access revoked. |
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