Modem-on-hold, Modem-on-hold -3, Using modem-on-hold -3 – CREATIVE DSI V.92 User Manual

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Modem Features 5-3

Modem-on-Hold

This feature allows you to answer an incoming call even when you are surfing the

Internet. Check with your local Internet Service Provider to ascertain that this

feature is supported in your area.

Modem-on-Hold suspends the data connection between your modem and the ISP so

that you can pick up your phone and receive an incoming call in the usual way, while

surfing the Internet. When your call is complete, the modem reconnects you to the

Internet. For more information on Modem-on-Hold, visit http://www.v92.com.

Using Modem-on-Hold

1. If a call comes in while you are on the Internet, a

dialog box similar to Figure 5-1 appears, asking you

if you want to answer the call. Click the Yes button.

2. A dialog box similar to Figure 5-2 appears, telling

you that you only have two minutes to complete

your call. The call is automatically cut off after two

minutes. After completing your call, click the OK

button. The modem will reconnect to the Internet.

Your phone line needs to be

Caller ID and Call Waiting

enabled to support Modem-

on-Hold.

Figure 5-1

Figure 5-2

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