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Choose the Correct Receive Mode
You must choose a Receive Mode depending on the external devices and telephone services you have on your line.
By default, your machine automatically will receive any faxes that are sent to it. The diagram below will help you select the correct mode.
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(For some countries)
If you cannot change the [Receive Mode] option, make sure the Distinctive Ring feature is set to [Off].
(For New Zealand)
If you cannot change the [Receive Mode] option, make sure the FaxAbility feature is set to [Off].
- Press
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to display the [Fax Only], [Fax/Tel], [External TAD], or [Manual] option, and then press the option you want.
- Press
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