Microsoft KB Archive/27891

Mac Works: Common Modem Commands (Hayes or Hayes Compatible)

PSS ID Number: Q27891 Article last modified on 10-22-1998

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To use the Hayes modem with Microsoft Works, you must be in the Communications module and using the correct settings. Below is a list of common modem commands and some examples.

The following are common modem commands:

AT Attention Code: Except for specified commands in your modem manual, all command lines must begin with AT.

+++ The Escape Code: Puts the modem in a state ready to accept commands.

D Dial: Puts the modem in a state ready to dial a number.

H Hang Up.

, Pause: Causes the modem to wait for a second dial tone before dialing a number; for example, use in placing a call through a PBX board to get an outside line.

T Touch-tone dialing.

P Pulse dialing.

R Reverse mode: Allows modem to dial an “originate-only” modem.

The following are examples of how to use these commands:

Enter: ATDP5551212 (Pulse dialing)

Enter: ATDT9,206-454-2030 (Touch-tone, dial 9, pause, dial number)

Enter: ATD 555 1212 R (Dial number in answer mode)

Enter: ATH (Hang Up)

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