Multi-function telecommunications instrument

TLDR: A telephone terminal adapted for business or home use that includes the ability to receive and send facsimiles, a voice answering function and a computer modem is described in this article, where the facsimile is viewed on a video monitor or ordinary television set.

Abstract: A telephone terminal adapted for business or home use that includes the ability to receive and send facsimiles, a voice answering function and a computer modem. Various input and output devices may be used for the facsimile function. A voice annotated facsimile may be sent and received. At the same time the facsimile is viewed on a video monitor or ordinary television set, an accompanying voice message is heard through the sound system of the monitor or television set. The terminal has an architecture including a central processor and an internal bus structure to which several types of memory, various input-output devices and an interface with the telephone line are connected, among others.