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Fax → Create Fax

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Overview

This node integrates with the 3CX telephony system to create and send faxes. It is useful in scenarios where automated fax sending is required, such as in business workflows for sending contracts, invoices, or official documents directly from an automation pipeline without manual intervention.

For example, a user can configure this node to send a fax to a specified number with custom caller ID and transcription settings, enabling seamless communication through fax within their automated processes.

Properties

Name Meaning
Auth ID The authentication identifier used to authorize the fax request.
Auth Password The password corresponding to the Auth ID for authentication.
Fax Server A boolean flag indicating whether to use the fax server for sending the fax (true/false).
Groups JSON object defining group rights, individual rights, and tags associated with the fax.
Id Numeric identifier for the fax operation or entity.
Number The destination fax number to which the fax will be sent.
Outbound Caller Id The caller ID that will appear on the recipient's fax machine.
Transcription Mode Mode of transcription for the fax; options include: Nothing, Voicemail, Recordings, Both, Inherit.

Output

The node outputs JSON data representing the result of the fax creation operation. This typically includes status information about the fax submission, any identifiers returned by the 3CX system, and possibly error messages if the operation failed.

No binary data output is indicated for this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the 3CX telephony system.
  • Needs the base URL of the 3CX server configured in credentials.
  • The node sends HTTP requests to the 3CX API endpoint /xapi/v1.

Troubleshooting

  • Authentication errors: Ensure that the Auth ID and Auth Password are correct and have sufficient permissions.
  • Invalid fax number: Verify the format and validity of the destination fax number.
  • Server connectivity issues: Confirm that the 3CX server URL is reachable and correctly configured.
  • JSON parsing errors in Groups property: Make sure the JSON input for Groups is well-formed.
  • Transcription mode not applied: Check that the selected transcription mode is supported by your 3CX setup.

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