From telecom@eecs.nwu.edu Mon Nov 19 01:53:46 1990 Received: from hub.eecs.nwu.edu by gaak.LCS.MIT.EDU via TCP with SMTP id AA16771; Mon, 19 Nov 90 01:53:39 EST Resent-Message-Id: <9011190653.AA16771@gaak.LCS.MIT.EDU> Received: from UUNET.UU.NET by delta.eecs.nwu.edu id aa07858; 12 Nov 90 21:51 CST Received: from hayes.UUCP by uunet.uu.net (5.61/1.14) with UUCP id AA20379; Mon, 12 Nov 90 22:50:45 -0500 Path: hayes!tnixon From: Toby Nixon Newsgroups: comp.dcom.telecom Subject: JT Fax Price Reductions Message-Id: <2872@hayes.uucp> Date: 12 Nov 90 17:31:01 GMT Organization: Hayes Microcomputer Products, Norcross, GA Lines: 442 Apparently-To: comp-dcom-telecom Resent-Date: Mon, 19 Nov 90 0:55:27 CST Resent-From: telecom@eecs.nwu.edu Resent-To: ptownson@gaak.LCS.MIT.EDU Status: R I figured while I was at it, since folks here have also been asking about fax, I'd send the latest press release (dated today) regarding drop-dead serious price reductions on JT Fax products (note there are several companies that sell Unix software that works with JT Fax hardware). -- Toby Nixon, Principal Engineer | Voice +1-404-449-8791 Telex 151243420 Hayes Microcomputer Products Inc. | Fax +1-404-447-0178 CIS 70271,404 P.O. Box 105203 | UUCP uunet!hayes!tnixon AT&T !tnixon Atlanta, Georgia 30348 USA | Internet hayes!tnixon@uunet.uu.net ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- HAYES MICROCOMPUTER PRODUCTS, INC. P.O. Box 105203 Atlanta, Georgia 30348 404/449-8791 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sharon O'Brien/Peggy Ballard H-1890 HAYES ANNOUNCES PRICE REDUCTIONS ON JT FAX PRODUCTS ATLANTA, GA. 12 November 1990 - Hayes Microcomputer Products, Inc. today announced price reductions up to 67% on its JT Fax products. In addition, the JT Fax 9600B, an internal facsimile board that communicates with CCITT Group 3 facsimile machines or PC-based faxes, will now be bundled with the Smartmodem 2400 Module for the JT Fax 9600B and Smartcom EZ communications software. The new estimated retail prices for Hayes JT Fax products are: Old New Decreases Hayes JT Fax 9600B with US$695 US$499 28% Smartmodem 2400 Module and Smartcom EZ Hayes JT Fax 4800B US$295 US$199 33% Hayes JT Fax 4800 Portable US$495 US$199 60% Hayes JT Fax 4800P US$595 US$199 67% Hayes JT Fax products are supported by a strong network of developers such as InterFax Inc., Nationwide Computer Dynamics, SofNet, Inc., and UNIFAX Communications Inc., who have developed applications and product solutions which take advantage of the JT Fax interface. Each Hayes product offers a DOS command line interface, and the JT Fax 9600B also provides a 2K Shared RAM interface for developers to design products for multi-tasking and networking environments. Hayes JT Fax 9600B includes the JT Fax software and comes bundled with Smartmodem 2400 Module and Smartcom EZ data communications software. This complete package allows users to send and receive fax documents as well as communicate asynchronously with PCs and BBS or on-line services. In addition, the Smartmodem 2400 Module supports Hayes AutoSync which allows remote synchronous mainframe communications when used with AutoSync software. Smartcom EZ provides a menu-driven user interface to simplify communications, autotypes text for transmission, and provides file transfer error-control using XMODEM. "Hayes facsimile products, consistently recommended by leading PC publications, just became even better," said Hayes President Dennis C. Hayes. "With these price reductions and our strong third party support, we are enhancing the growth of PC fax applications for the single-user as well as the corporate environment." Hayes JT Fax products have a two-year limited performance warranty, and customers may purchase an optional two-year extended warranty for US$75 per product from Hayes. Customers can receive technical support and software upgrades through "Online with Hayes" bulletin board system at 800/US HAYES or 404/HI MODEM or through Hayes Customer Service at 404/441-1617. Best known as the leader in microcomputer modems, Hayes develops, supplies and supports computer communications equipment and software for personal computer and computer communications networks. The company distributes its products through an international network of authorized distributors, dealers, and original equipment manufacturers. ### Hayes JT Fax 4800 Products Hayes JT Fax 4800 products enable users to send and receive fax documents from the PC. JT Fax gives security and convenience to fax transmission since these capabilities are available from the PC, eliminating the need to print a document, find an available fax machine and wait in line to send the fax document. Documents received with the JT Fax may be printed out, viewed on screen or stored for later use. All Hayes JT Fax 4800 products support a wide range of popular applications packages, printers and scanners. The products are controlled by the menu-driven TSR Fax software program and come packaged with JT Fax software and user documentation. Hayes JT Fax 4800B -- a half-card for IBM PCs, XT/AT or compatibles. Hayes JT Fax 4800 Portable -- a pocket-sized external unit that connects to the serial port. It is packaged with IBM-compatible cables, carrying case, and power supply. Hayes JT Fax 4800P -- specifically designed for IBM PS/2 models 50, 60, 70 and 80 or IBM PS/2 compatibles. MODULATION International Data Transmission Standards - Supports V.27 ter (4800 bps fax) and V.21 (300 bps) standards. Group 3 Compatibility - Supports the most popular CCITT fax standard, Group 3. Equipment utilizing the Group 3 standard implements advanced digital transmission techniques for reliable, fast transfer of documents. ERROR CONTROL Error Detection - Hayes JT Fax 4800 products detect errors upon fax reception. Reception of too many errors causes a retry. DATA COMPRESSION CCITT T.4 - Supports Huffman encoding, the standard used in the industry which compresses the fax image for faster transmission. JT FAX SOFTWARE Program Interface - Implements the DOS command line interface which allows software developers to write commands for batch processing of fax calls. Menus - Easy-to-use menus may be used by pressing the "hot key" which activates the TSR program. Phone Book - a fax phone number database may be generated and edited. One-Step Convert and Send - Enables files to be converted to fax format as they are being sent. Application Print Capture - Enables Hayes JT Fax 4800 products to "capture" a document created with the applications program that is being sent to a printer, and redirect it as a fax. Terminate and Stay Resident (TSR) Fax Software - JT Fax software runs underneath applications and provides context sensitive help. Phone Directory/Scheduling/Broadcasting - Store fax phone numbers for use at any time during the day or schedule for unattended use at night to lower long distance costs. Selected groups or offices can be defined so that a single document is automatically sent to the group. High and Low Resolution/Compressed Print - Supports high resolution, 200 x 200 dots per inch (DPI), near letter quality transmission and low resolution (200 x 100 DPI). Using compressed characters converts 132 column documents and spreadsheets to 80 columns without sacrificing print quality. High resolution gray scaling ensures the transmission quality of scanned photographs or other images. Signature and Letterhead - Users can "build" a document by combining files containing text with a graphic letterhead image and signature which have been scanned or faxed and stored in the personal computer. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Customer Support - Technical support and software upgrades are available through Hayes Customer Service in the U.S. at 404/441-1617 or in Canada at 416/283-2627. Hayes Bulletin Board System - Customers can receive technical support and software upgrades electronically through "Online with Hayes" bulletin board system at 800/US HAYES or 404/HI MODEM. Product Warranty - Hayes JT Fax products have a two-year limited performance warranty, and customers may purchase an optional two-year extended warranty for US$75 per product from Hayes. AVAILABILITY Distribution - Hayes JT Fax products are distributed in North America through authorized distributors, dealers, and original equipment manufacturers. Hayes JT Fax 9600B with Smartmodem 2400 Module and Smartcom EZ Hayes JT Fax 9600B includes the JT Fax software and comes bundled with Smartmodem 2400 Module and Smartcom EZ data communications software. This complete package allows users to send and receive fax documents as well as communicate asynchronously with PCs and BBS or on-line services. Hayes JT Fax 9600B is controlled by the full-featured, menu-driven JT Fax TSR which allows fax scheduling, broadcasting, and automatic retry. The product gives security and convenience to fax transmission since these capabilities are available from the PC, eliminating the need to print a document, find an available fax machine and wait in line to send the fax document. Documents received with the JT Fax may be printed out, viewed on screen or stored for later use. Each JT Fax product supports a wide range of popular applications packages, printers and scanners. Smartmodem 2400 Module and Smartcom EZ provide dial-up PC data communications, and the modem module supports Hayes AutoSync which allows remote synchronous mainframe communications when used with AutoSync software. MODULATION International Data Transmission Standards - Supports V.29 (9600 bps fax and 7200 bps fax), V.27 ter (4800 bps fax) and V.21 (300 bps) standards. Group 3 Compatibility - Supports the most popular CCITT fax standard, Group 3. Equipment utilizing the Group 3 standard implements advanced digital transmission techniques for reliable, fast transfer of documents. ERROR CONTROL Error Detection - Hayes JT Fax 9600B detects errors upon fax reception. Reception of too many errors causes a retry. DATA COMPRESSION CCITT T.4 - Supports Huffman encoding, the standard used in the industry which compresses the fax image for faster transmission. HARDWARE INTERFACE Shared RAM - Hayes JT Fax 9600B offers a 2K Shared RAM interface for software developers to access the hardware directly. JT FAX SOFTWARE Program Interface - Implements the DOS command line interface which allows software developers to write commands for batch processing of fax calls. Menus - Easy-to-use menus may be used by pressing the "hot key" which activates the TSR program. Phone Book - a fax phone number database may be generated and edited. One-Step Convert and Send - Enables files to be converted to fax format as they are being sent. Application Print Capture - Enables Hayes JT Fax 9600B to "capture" a document created with the applications program that is being sent to a printer, and redirect it as a fax. Terminate and Stay Resident (TSR) Fax Software - JT Fax software runs underneath applications and provides context sensitive help. Phone Directory/Scheduling/Broadcasting - Store fax phone numbers for use at any time during the day or schedule for unattended use at night to lower long distance costs. Selected groups or offices can be defined so that a single document is automatically sent to the group. High and Low Resolution/Compressed Print - Supports high resolution, 200 x 200 dots per inch (DPI), near letter quality transmission and low resolution (200 x 100 DPI). Using compressed characters converts 132 column documents and spreadsheets to 80 columns without sacrificing print quality. High resolution gray scaling ensures the transmission quality of scanned photographs or other images. Signature and Letterhead - Users can "build" a document by combining files containing text with a graphic letterhead image and signature which have been scanned or faxed and stored in the personal computer. PACKAGING Package Contents - Includes Hayes JT Fax 9600B unit, Smartmodem 2400 Module, JT Fax User Guide, JT Fax Software, Smartcom EZ communications software and manual, Smartmodem 2400 Module for the JT Fax 9600B hardware guide, and telephone cable. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Customer Support - Technical support and software upgrades are available through Hayes Customer Service in the U.S. at 404/441-1617 or in Canada at 416/283-2627. Hayes Bulletin Board System - Customers can receive technical support and software upgrades electronically through "Online with Hayes" bulletin board system at 800/US HAYES or 404/HI MODEM. Product Warranty - Hayes JT Fax 9600B has a two-year limited performance warranty, and customers may purchase an optional two-year extended warranty for US$75 per product from Hayes. AVAILABILITY Distribution - Hayes JT Fax products are distributed in North America through authorized distributors, dealers, and original equipment manufacturers. SMARTMODEM 2400 MODULE Smartmodem 2400 Module supports all features of Hayes Smartmodem 2400B including asynchronous communications as well as synchronous communications through Hayes AutoSync. Smartmodem 2400 Module is an internal modem module that attaches to Hayes JT Fax 9600B. MODULATION International Data Transmission Standards - Smartmodem 2400 Module supports CCITT V.22bis (2400 bps) and V.22 (1200 bps) transmissions. Industry Data Transmission Compatibility - Supports communication with 103 (300 bps) and 212A (1200 bps) modems. TELEPHONE LINE INTERFACE Dial-up Line - Supports pulse or tone generated dial out or auto answer. PABX and Business Line Support - Smartmodem 2400 Module operates in a variety of PABX environments and has selectable features for operation in business environments. MODEM CONTROL AND OPERATION Hayes Standard AT Command Set - Full support for this industry standard enables Smartmodem 2400 Module to operate with the installed base of communications software written to this standard. Hayes Improved Escape Sequence with Guard Time - Allows the modem to reliably escape from the on-line mode of operation (receiving/transmitting data) to the command mode (interpreting the Hayes Standard AT Command Set) without being accidentally triggered by transmitted data. U.S. Patent 4,549,302 was granted to Hayes on October 22, 1985. Call Progress Monitoring - The modem provides constant information on the progress of a call. Result code messages notify the user when dial tones, busy signals, and carrier signals are detected, when connections are made, and when commands are accepted. Non-Volatile Storage of Phone Numbers and Configuration Profiles - The modem stores up to four telephone numbers (36 digits each) in nonvolatile memory. The modem also stores two user configuration profiles in nonvolatile memory in addition to factory configuration profile. TRANSMISSION MODES Asynchronous Hardware Mode - Supports standard asynchronous communications for dial-up communications with value added networks, on-line services, and personal computers. Hayes AutoSync Mode - Smartmodem 2400 Module uses the system's standard asynchronous communications port for synchronous communications. Hayes AutoSync provides remote synchronous mainframe communications when used with Hayes AutoSync software. SMARTCOM EZ COMMUNICATIONS SOFTWARE Smartcom EZ allows users to place calls quickly as well as create "phone book" entries for storing and implementing frequently used communications instructions (phone number, i.d. number, password, etc.). The program also autotypes text for transmission, provides file transfer error-control using XMODEM, and captures files to disk and printer. PROGRAM INTERFACE On-Screen Menus - A simple menu interface logically groups program operations. All menu items have "short-cut" keys that allow users to move quickly to the option they desire. Function keys speed movement to other menus. On-line Help System - A first time user is automatically provided with helpful information about how to start using the program right away. Smartcom EZ provides a comprehensive context-sensitive on-line help system that provides detailed information and cross-references to related topics. From any point in the program, the F1 key may be utilized. Phone Book - Allows users to store frequently called phone numbers and other communications instructions to allow quick access to connecting and exchanging information. New entry automatically requests the phone number and stores the information under a user definable name for future use. COMMUNICATIONS CONTROL AND AUTOMATION Keyboard Macros - Users can assign a sequence of keys and entries to a specified key, reducing the number of key strokes and speeding up often used operations such as log-on sequences or information storable to a disk file. MODEM CONTROL Hayes Standard AT Command Set - Takes full advantage of the Hayes Standard AT Command Set for all Hayes Smartmodem products, including automatic selection of highest possible speed. Default parameters are set to work in a majority of cases. A user can also configure a modem through simple, on-screen selections which Smartcom EZ then translates into the appropriate commands that are issued to the modem. Users can make maximum use of advanced modem features without needing to learn AT Commands. Set-up Strings - Allows the selection of features of non-Hayes modems when those features are implemented using commands not found in the Hayes Standard AT Command Set. TERMINAL EMULATION VT102/100 - The program imitates the characteristics of the popular DEC VT102/100 terminal for communications with computers that recognize that terminal. Provides support of VT102/100 keyboard functions, visual attributes and other key features. The user guide provides suggestions for changes to settings if necessary based on possible variances in the remote system's requirements. TTY (Teletypewriter) - A widely used type of emulation for PC computer communications. FILE TRANSFER PROTOCOL XMODEM - This is a widely used file transfer protocol that is supported by most bulletin boards and on-line information services and is useful for transmission of programs or messages without errors. ON-LINE OPERATION Printing - A user can concurrently print information as it is received. Disk Capture - A user can also concurrently save information to disk as it is being received for later review. This can help reduce the duration of costly on-line and telephone charges. Autotyping - A quick way to send a text file to the remote system is to autotype it. When autotyping a file, text is sent to the remote system as if a user were rapidly typing it. SPECIFICATIONS System Requirements - Requires an IBM PC, XT, AT, PS/2, or compatible with minimum of 256K RAM, MS-DOS Version 2.0 and higher. Printer Types - Serial and parallel types. Hayes, the Hayes logos, and Smartcom EZ are registered trademarks and JT Fax and Smartmodem are trademarks of Hayes Microcomputer Products, Inc. IBM and PS/2 are registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc. MS/DOS is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.