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3.8 Recommended Modems
The specific modems that Sandstorm Enterprises recommends as of July 2002 are listed below. All these
modems have been tested by Sandstorm and support Single Call Detect. Sandstorm Enterprises is a
reseller for some SCD-capable modems within the U.S., Check the Sandstorm website
(http://www.sandstorm.net/support/phonesweep/recmodems.shtml
) for current information.
Most modems on this list are manufactured worldwide, obtainable through Manufacturer’s local
representative or through resellers.
Please note the specific models of the modems listed below. The fact that one modem by a specific
manufacturer supports SCD does not guarantee that other modems made by that manufacturer supports
SCD.
Zoltrix External Rainbow Modems, FM-VSP56e2 and FM-VSP56e3: The Zoltrix modems
are high-performance fax/data modems. To find a local retailer for your country, go to bottom of
the Zoltrix International About Us web-page http://www.zoltrix.com
, map. These modems have a
female DB9 connector on the back and come with a serial cable for easy installation. If you are
unable to find Zoltrix Modems in the USA, Sandstorm sells the FM-VSP56e3 Rainbow modem.
The general Zoltrix product index can be found at http://www.zoltrix-
int.com/products/modem/modem.htm, where the Zoltrix External Rainbow Modem is listed.
Zoltrix External Raptor 56K, Model 8FM-56KRAPTOR: This modem is supported as of
PhoneSweep 4.4, and uses a newer chipset version than the Zoltrix Rainbow.
AOpen External Box Modem FM56-EX: (http://www.aopen.com) This is a high-performance
modem that is shipped with a serial cable for easy installation. Newer versions of AOpen modems
are not all compatible with Single Call Detect, check the model number carefully before you buy.
Multi-Tech systems MultiModem 56K Voice/Data/Fax, Multi-Tech MT5600ZDX and
MT5600ZDXV: (http://www.multitech.com
) These modems are rack mountable on Multi-
Tech’s 12 modem Rack Mounts. (Please see “Equipping a Desktop Computer with Multiple
Modems” for further information. Note: These modems do not come with a serial cable, which
must be purchased separately. Sandstorm does not recommend other Multi-Tech modem models
for use with PhoneSweep, as they do not support Single Call Detect.
EXP Computers ThinFax 56L Model # MF-PCA56-L: (http://www.expnet.com) Low Power
PCMCIA card for laptops, featuring Rockwell/Conexant's 3.3v chipset technology (the only 3.3v
chipset that works with all versions of PhoneSweep).
Diamond SupraExpress 56i Sp, 56K internal ISA Modem & Speakerphone
(http://www.supra.com
) Approved for use with PhoneSweep Basic only, as most machines do not
have 4 open ports.
3.8.1 3.3v chipset Modems approved for PhoneSweep 3.01 and above
The three 3.3v modems below are only approved for use with PhoneSweep 3.01 and above:
Best Data Smart One Serial External 56K, Model #DI5601: (http://www.bestdata.com
) Low
Power external modem, featuring Rockwell/Conexant's 3.3v chipset technology.