Preparing for FaxingConnect the machine to the telephone line and set up the machine before using the faxing functions. Thenspecify the basic setting such as sender information, date/time, and daylight saving time.Important• If the Power Disconnects Unexpectedly:If there is a power failure or if you accidentally unplug the power cord, the date/time settings will bereset.• The settings for user information and directory will be retained.• All faxes stored in the machine's memory, such as unsent and received faxes, will be lost.If the power disconnects, the following will apply:• You will not be able to send or receive faxes, make copies, or scan originals.• When you are connecting the telephone, whether or not you can use it depends upon yourtelephone line or telephone.Setting Up the MachineThe machine must be set up depending on your telephone line and use of the faxing function. Follow theprocedure below to set up the machine.1. Connecting the Telephone LineConnect the machine to your telephone line.2. Setting the Telephone Line TypeSet the correct telephone line type for your telephone line.3. Setting the Receive ModeSet the receiving operation (receiving mode).Note• You can set the fax setting according to the instruction on the LCD.Easy setupIf you set up according to the instruction on the LCD, the receive mode is set to TEL priority modeor Fax only mode. To receive faxes with DRPD or Network switch, change the receive mode.Setting the Receive ModeSpecifying the Basic Settings for FaxingYou can specify the basic setting such as sender information, date/time, and daylight saving time.Setting the Sender Information676