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Panasonic KX-FP148RU Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic KX-FP148RU Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

KX-FP143RU
Model No.
with Digital Answering System
KX-FP148RU
Model No.
FOR ENGLISH USERS:
You can select English for the
voice guidance, display and
report (feature #48, page 47).
Compact Plain Paper Fax
Compact Plain Paper Fax

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Compact Plain Paper Fax KX-FP143RU Model No. Compact Plain Paper Fax with Digital Answering System This pictured model is KX-FP143. KX-FP148RU Model No. Please read these Operating FOR ENGLISH USERS: Instructions before using the unit You can select English for the and save for future reference.
  • Page 2 Location of Controls How to use the operating instructions When following operating instructions, always keep the front cover page (next page) open so that you will find easy reference to the buttons. OPEN...

  • Page 3: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls Please keep this page open when following operating instructions. For a description of each button, see page 9. KX-FP143 MONITOR KX-FP148 DIGITAL SP-PHONE Keys (Listed in alphabetical order) AUTO ANSWER HELP RECORD BROADCAST MENU REDIAL CALLER ID MONITOR COPY MUTE...
  • Page 4 L Most figures shown in these operating instructions are based on a KX-FP143. Copyright: L This manual is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. (PCC) and its licensee. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be reproduced in any form, in whole or part, without the prior written consent of PCC and its licensee.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Instructions Important Instructions Safety Instructions B. If liquid has been spilled into the unit. C. If the unit has been exposed to rain or Important safety water. D. If the unit does not work normally by instructions following the operating instructions. When using this unit, basic safety precautions Adjust only controls covered by the should always be followed to reduce the risk of...

  • Page 6: For Best Performance

    Important Instructions For best performance L Keep the unit away from electrical noise generating devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors. L The unit should be kept free from dust, high temperature and vibration. L The unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction and 1. Table of Contents ANSWER} OFF........ 29 Receiving a fax automatically – {AUTO Installation ANSWER} ON ......... 30 Accessories Using the unit with an answering Included accessories......7 machine (KX-FP143 only) ....31 Accessory information ......8 Receive polling (retrieving a fax placed Finding the Controls on another fax machine)....

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Jams Recording paper jams ......58 Document jams – sending....60 Cleaning Recording paper feeder cleaning ..61 Document feeder/scanner glass cleaning ..........62 Thermal head cleaning.....63 9. General Information Printed Reports Reference lists and reports ....64 Specifications Technical data about this product..

  • Page 9: Introduction And Installation

    1. Introduction and Installation 1 Introduction and Installation 1.1 Included accessories Item Quantity Specifications Power cord ---------- Telephone line cord ---------- Handset ---------- Handset cord ---------- Paper tray ---------- Starter ink film (10 metres long) prints about 30 A4-sized pages. Operating instructions Russian Ukrainian...

  • Page 10: Accessory Information

    Replacement film A4-sized pages.) *1 We recommend that you buy a full-size replacement film for continuous use of your unit. Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film. The ink film is not reusable. Do not rewind and use the ink film again.

  • Page 11: Overview

    1. Introduction and Installation Finding the Controls 1.3 Overview 1.4 Description of buttons L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. {BROADCAST} L To transmit a document to multiple parties (page 27). {CALLER ID} L To use Caller ID service (page 22, 23). {RECORD} (KX-FP148 only) L To record messages (page 35).

  • Page 12: Ink Film

    1. Introduction and Installation {FLASH} Installation L To access special telephone services or 1.5 Ink film for transferring extension calls. {REDIAL}{PAUSE} 1.5.1 Installing the ink film L To redial the last number dialled. If the line is busy when you make a phone call using Open the front cover by pulling up the centre the {MONITOR} (KX-FP143)/{DIGITAL part.
  • Page 13 1. Introduction and Installation L Make sure the blue gear (1) and white L Make sure that the ink film is wrapped gear (4) are installed as shown. around the blue core (3) at least once. Correct 1 turn Tight Incorrect The ink film is not wrapped around the blue core.

  • Page 14: Handset Cord

    See page 8 for accessory information. L We cannot be responsible for any damage to the unit or degradation of print quality which may occur from the use of non-Panasonic replacement film. Important: L Remove the recording paper and the paper tray beforehand, or the paper may misfeed or jam.

  • Page 15: Recording Paper

    1. Introduction and Installation Push the tension plate back (1). 1.8 Recording paper The unit can hold up to 30 sheets of 80 g/m paper. Please read the note on page 66 for important information on recording paper. Pull the tension plate forward (1). L If the paper is not inserted correctly, readjust the paper, or the paper may jam.

  • Page 16: Preparation

    2. Preparation 2 Preparation Connections Help Button 2.1 Connections 2.2 Help function The unit contains helpful information which can KX-FP143 only be printed for quick reference. Connect to [LINE]. Feature list: How to program the features. Directory: How to store names and numbers in the navigator directory and how to dial them.

  • Page 17: Volume

    2. Preparation Volume Initial Programming 2.3 Adjusting volume 2.4 Date and time You must set the date and time. {SET} {A}{B} 2.3.1 Ringer volume {SET} {MENU} {<}{>} 4 levels (high/medium/low/off) are available. While the unit is idle, press {A} or {B}. Press {MENU}.

  • Page 18: Your Logo

    2. Preparation Example: 15:15 1. Press {0}{3} {1}{5}. 2.5 Your logo 2. Press {*} repeatedly until “PM” is The logo can be your company, division or name. displayed. L The accuracy of the clock is approximately ±60 seconds a month. To correct a mistake Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the incorrect number, and make the correction.
  • Page 19 2. Preparation Keys Characters To select characters using {A} or {B} Instead of pressing the dial keys, you can select P Q R S characters using {A} or {B}. 1. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired character. W X Y Z 2.

  • Page 20: Your Fax Number

    2. Preparation 2.6 Your fax number {STOP} {MENU} {SET} {<}{>} {FLASH} Press {MENU}. SYSTEM SETUP PRESS NAVI.[( )] Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to display the following. YOUR FAX NO. PRESS SET Press {SET}. L Cursor (|) will appear on the display. NO.=| Enter your fax number, up to 20 digits.

  • Page 21: Telephone

    3. Telephone 3 Telephone Automatic Dialling To delete a character/number 3.1 Storing names and Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the character/number you want to delete, and press telephone numbers into {STOP}. the navigator directory 3.1.1 Editing a stored item For rapid access to frequently dialled numbers, Press {>}.

  • Page 22: Making A Phone Call Using The Navigator Directory

    3. Telephone To stop recording, press {STOP} or replace the handset. 3.2 Making a phone call Note: using the navigator L There may be legal restrictions on recording two-way telephone conversations. Inform the directory other party that the conversation is being recorded.

  • Page 23: Caller Id

    3. Telephone Caller ID To confirm caller information using the 3.4 Caller ID service Caller ID list The unit will store information for the most recent This unit is compatible with the Caller ID 30 callers. service offered by your local telephone –...

  • Page 24: Viewing And Calling Back Using Caller Information

    3. Telephone L Check mark (,) on the display means the call has already been viewed or answered. 3.5 Viewing and calling Display while viewing back using caller L When the unit could not receive a name, the information display will show “NO NAME RCVD”. L When no calls have been received, the You can easily view caller information and call display will show “NO CALLER DATA”.

  • Page 25: Storing Caller Information Into The Navigator Directory

    3. Telephone 3.5.2 Erasing all caller information 3.6 Storing caller information into the Press {MENU} repeatedly to display “CALLER SETUP”. navigator directory Press {SET}. L Keep the front cover page open for button Press {SET}. locations. L To cancel erasing, press {STOP} 3 times. Important: L This feature is not available in the Press {SET}.

  • Page 26: Fax

    4. Fax – “SUPER FINE”: For originals with very small 4 Fax Sending Faxes printing. This setting only works with other 4.1 Sending a fax manually compatible fax machines. – “PHOTO”: For originals containing photographs, shaded drawings, etc. L Using the “FINE”, “SUPER FINE” and “PHOTO”...

  • Page 27: Documents You Can Send

    4. Fax Document weight Sending report for confirmation L Single sheet: 45 g/m to 90 g/m A sending report provides you with a printed L Multiple sheets: 60 g/m to 80 g/m record of transmission results. To use this Note: feature, activate feature #04 (page 44).

  • Page 28: Sending A Fax Using The Navigator Directory

    4. Fax 4.3 Sending a fax using 4.4 Broadcast the navigator directory transmission Before using this feature, program the desired By programming items from the navigator names and telephone numbers into the directory (page 19) into the broadcast memory, navigator directory (page 19). you can send the same document to multiple L Keep the front cover page open for button parties (up to 20).
  • Page 29 4. Fax 4.4.3 Erasing a stored item from 4. Press {SET} to start programming the items you want to transmit to. the broadcast memory 5. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired item. Press {>}. 6. Press {SET}. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display L To program other items, repeat steps 5 “<BROADCAST>”.

  • Page 30: Selecting The Way To Use Your Fax Machine

    4. Fax Receiving Faxes Note: L Set feature #77 (page 48) to “FAX ONLY” 4.5 Selecting the way to beforehand (KX-FP148 only). use your fax machine KX-FP143 KX-FP148 Depending on your situation, select the way you prefer to use your fax machine. –...

  • Page 31: Receiving A Fax Manually - {Auto

    4. Fax Extension telephone 4.6 Receiving a fax You can receive fax documents using an extension telephone. manually – {AUTO 1. When the extension telephone rings, lift the ANSWER} OFF handset of the extension telephone. 2. When: – document reception is required, –...

  • Page 32: Receiving A Fax Automatically - {Auto Answer} On

    4. Fax 4.7.2 Activating TAD/FAX mode (KX-FP148 only) 4.7 Receiving a fax automatically – {AUTO Set feature #77 to “TAD/FAX” (page 48) beforehand. ANSWER} ON Press {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display the following. TAD/FAX MODE L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator turns L The unit will play the pre-recorded greeting message.

  • Page 33: Using The Unit With An Answering Machine (Kx-Fp143 Only)

    4. Fax recorded messages. To save the toll charges Check all or part of the followings are not the for the call, hang up immediately when you same: hear the 3rd ring. The 3rd ring indicates that – the remote access code of the answering there are no new recorded messages.

  • Page 34: Junk Fax Prohibitor (Preventing Fax Reception From Undesired Callers)

    4. Fax Note: L If there is no space to store new items, “LIST 4.10 Junk fax prohibitor FULL” is displayed in step 3 or step 5. Erase unnecessary items. (preventing fax reception from undesired callers) To display the junk fax prohibitor list 1.

  • Page 35: Copy

    5. Copy 5 Copy Copying Quick scan feature 5.1 Making a copy This feature is helpful when you want to copy the document, then remove it for other uses. To use this feature, activate feature #34 (page 45) beforehand. L The document will be fed into the unit and scanned into memory.
  • Page 36 5. Copy A4 = 210 mm × 297 mm Legal = 216 mm × 356 mm Letter = 216 mm × 279 mm Note: L If the appropriate reduction rate is not selected, the document may be divided and the top of the second sheet will be deleted. L If the image at the bottom of the document is not copied when you copy a document that is the same length as the recording paper, try...

  • Page 37: Answering Device (Kx-Fp148 Only)

    6. Answering Device (KX-FP148 only) 6 Answering Device (KX-FP148 only) Greeting deleted. When a call is received, the pre- recorded greeting message will be 6.1 Recording your played. greeting message Checking the greeting message You can record your own greeting message for 1.

  • Page 38: Listening To Recorded Messages

    6. Answering Device (KX-FP148 only) Incoming Messages Note: L The total recording time of all messages 6.3 Listening to recorded (greeting, incoming and memo) is about 18 minutes. If messages are recorded in noisy messages rooms, the time may be shortened. The display will show the total number of recorded messages.

  • Page 39: Remote Operation

    6. Answering Device (KX-FP148 only) Remote Operation 6.4 Operating from a remote location You can call your unit from a remote location and access the answering device. Important: L Program the remote operation ID beforehand (feature #11, page 44). L Set the unit to TAD/FAX mode before going out (page 30). L Use a touch tone telephone for remote operations.

  • Page 40: Other Remote Operations

    6. Answering Device (KX-FP148 only) 6.4.3 Other remote operations L If a transfer telephone number is not programmed, you cannot turn this feature ON. 6 beeps will sound. Erasing a specific message Press {*}{4} while listening to the message you Turning pager call ON or OFF want to erase.

  • Page 41: Allowing Callers To Leave Private Messages

    6. Answering Device (KX-FP148 only) Voice Mailbox 6.5 Allowing callers to 6.6 Recording your leave private messages mailbox greeting messages This unit has two private mailboxes. A caller can leave a private message in a specific mailbox. The recording time of each greeting is limited to Only the person who knows the password can 16 seconds for each mailbox.

  • Page 42: Listening To Recorded Mailbox Messages

    6. Answering Device (KX-FP148 only) L Your mailbox greeting message will be erased. 6.7 Listening to recorded 4. Press {MENU}. mailbox messages L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. Press {>} 2 times. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired mailbox number.

  • Page 43: Listening To Recorded Mailbox Messages From A Remote Location

    6. Answering Device (KX-FP148 only) Option 6.8 Listening to recorded 6.9 Transferring recorded mailbox messages from a messages to another remote location telephone This feature allows your unit to call a designated Call your unit from a remote touch tone telephone number each time an incoming voice telephone.
  • Page 44 6. Answering Device (KX-FP148 only) Press {SET}. 7. Check that your pager received the pager test call. Speak clearly about 20 cm away from the 8. Press {DIGITAL SP-PHONE}. microphone. L The display will show the remaining recording time. When finished recording, press {STOP}. L The unit will repeat your message.

  • Page 45: Programmable Features

    7. Programmable Features 7 Programmable Features Features L The setting you selected is set, and the next feature will be displayed. 7.1 Programming To exit programming, press {MENU}. Programming by entering the program code number directly You can select a feature by directly entering the program code (# and a 2-digit number) instead of using {<} or {>}.

  • Page 46: Basic Features

    7. Programmable Features Code #06 (KX-FP148 only): Changing the ring 7.2 Basic features setting in FAX ONLY mode FAX RING COUNT RINGS=2 [±] Code #01: Setting the date and time To change the number of rings before the unit SET DATE & TIME answers a call in FAX ONLY mode.

  • Page 47: Advanced Features

    7. Programmable Features 9. Enter the transmission start time. L If you select English for the language 7.3 Advanced features (feature #48 on page 46), the time is set using a 12 hour clock. Press {*} repeatedly to select “AM” or “PM”. Code #22: Setting the journal report to print automatically 10.
  • Page 48 7. Programmable Features To alert you with beeps when there is less than Setting Recording Original 60 seconds of remaining recording time. The paper size document slow beeps will continue until you erase the size recorded messages (page 36, 40). “ON”: You will be alerted that you have reached the recording time limit by a beeping sound.
  • Page 49 7. Programmable Features 4. Press {SET}. Code #55 (KX-FP148 only): Greeting 5. Press {MENU}. message for mailbox 1 BOX1 GREETING FOR ENGLISH USERS: CHECK [±] If you want to change the language setting to English, proceed as follows. See page 39 for details. 1.
  • Page 50 7. Programmable Features To hear an incoming message (ICM) from the may have run out of paper. Check with the speaker when the answering device is recording other party. the message. L The connecting tone volume cannot be “ON” (default): You can monitor the incoming adjusted.

  • Page 51: Direct Commands For Programming Features

    7. Programmable Features – {4}: “4” – {5}: “TOLL SAVER” 7.4 Direct commands for – {6}: “RINGER OFF” programming features {#}{1}{0} Recording time for an incoming message (KX-FP148 only) You can also select the desired setting by directly – {0}: “VOX” (default) entering the program code (# and a 2-digit –...
  • Page 52 7. Programmable Features {#}{3}{6} Receiving reduction {#}{5}{5} Greeting message for mailbox 1 – {1}: “92%” (default) (KX-FP148 only) – {2}: “86%” – {1}: “CHECK” (default) – {3}: “72%” – {2}: “RECORD” – {4}: “100%” – {3}: “ERASE” {#}{3}{9} Display contrast {#}{5}{6} Greeting message for mailbox 2 –...
  • Page 53 7. Programmable Features {#}{7}{7} AUTO ANSWER (KX-FP148 only) – {1}: “FAX ONLY” – {2}: “TAD/FAX” (default) {#}{8}{0} Reset advanced features – {1}: “YES” – {2}: “NO” (default) L If you select “YES”, press {SET} 2 times, then press {MENU} to exit programming.

  • Page 54: Help

    8. Help 8 Help Error Messages PRESSED THE STOP KEY L {STOP} was pressed and fax communication 8.1 Error messages – was cancelled. Reports L Fax communication was successful. If a problem occurs during fax transmission or reception, one of the following communication messages will be printed on the sending and 8.2 Error messages –...
  • Page 55 OPEN CABINET appliances such as TVs or speakers which CHECK FILM TYPE generate an intense magnetic field. L Please use genuine Panasonic replacement ————————————————————— film (page 8). FILM NEAR EMPTY L The ink film is empty. Replace the ink film...

  • Page 56: When A Function Does Not Work, Check Here

    8. Help L The ink film is not installed. Install it (page Frequently Asked Questions 10). 8.3 When a function does L The ink film is slack. Tighten it (see step 5 on page 11). not work, check here L The fax machine is positioned near appliances such as TVs or speakers which 8.3.1 Initial settings generate an intense magnetic field.
  • Page 57 8. Help The {REDIAL}/{PAUSE} button does not I cannot send a fax overseas. function properly. L Use the overseas transmission mode of L If this button is pressed during dialling, a feature #23 (page 45). pause will be inserted. If pressed L Add two pauses at the end of the telephone immediately after a dial tone is obtained, the number or dial manually.
  • Page 58 The copied image is distorted. Please do not reuse the ink film! L The thermal head is dirty. Clean it (page 63). Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film. Refer to page 8 for further details. The printing quality is poor.

  • Page 59: If A Power Failure Occurs

    8. Help L Set the number of rings on the answering restored, a power down report will be printed machine to 1 or 2. out stating which contents in the memory have been erased. I pressed the remote access code to access the answering machine remotely, but the line was disconnected.

  • Page 60: Recording Paper Jams

    8. Help Jams Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part. 8.4 Recording paper jams 8.4.1 When the recording paper has jammed in the unit The display will show the following. PAPER JAMMED Pull the tension plate forward (1) to remove the installed paper (2).
  • Page 61 8. Help Turn the blue gear (1) in the direction of the Close the back cover, securely by pushing arrow until the ink film is tight (2). down on the notched area at both ends (1). Close the front cover securely. Install the paper tray (page 12), then insert the recording paper (page 13).

  • Page 62: Document Jams - Sending

    8. Help 8.4.2 When the recording paper was not fed into the unit properly 8.5 Document jams – The display will show the following. sending CHECK PAPER Open the front cover by pulling up the centre Remove the recording paper and straighten. Pull part.

  • Page 63: Recording Paper Feeder Cleaning

    8. Help Cleaning Open the recording paper feeder cover (1). 8.6 Recording paper feeder cleaning Clean the recording paper feeder when: – The recording paper frequently misfeeds. Important: L Remove the recording paper and the paper tray beforehand, or the paper may misfeed or jam.

  • Page 64: Document Feeder/Scanner Glass Cleaning

    8. Help Caution: L Do not use paper products, such as 8.7 Document paper towels or tissues. feeder/scanner glass cleaning Clean the document feeder/scanner glass when: – Documents frequently misfeed. – Smudges or black/white lines appear on the original document when transmitting or copying.

  • Page 65: Thermal Head Cleaning

    8. Help Remove the ink film (1). 8.8 Thermal head cleaning If smudges or black/white lines appear on a copied/received document, check whether there is dust on the thermal head. Clean the thermal head to remove the dust. Important: L Remove the recording paper and the paper tray beforehand, or the paper may misfeed or jam.

  • Page 66: General Information

    9. General Information 9 General Information Printed Reports 9.1 Reference lists and reports You can print out the following lists and reports for your reference. Setup list: provides you with the current settings of the basic and advanced programming features (page 44 to page 48).

  • Page 67: Technical Data About This Product

    9. General Information Specifications 9.2 Technical data about this product Applicable lines: Public Switched Telephone Network Document size: Max. 216 mm in width, Max. 600 mm in length Effective scanning width: 208 mm Effective printing width: A4: 202 mm Transmission time KX-FP143: Approx.
  • Page 68 9. General Information ITU-T No. 1 Test Chart Paper specifications A4: 210 mm × 297 mm Recording paper size: Recording paper weight: 64 g/m to 80 g/m Note for recording paper: L Do not use the following types of paper: –...

  • Page 69: Warranty

    9. General Information Warranty 9.3 Warranty KX-FP143RU KX-FP148RU...
  • Page 70 9. General Information...

  • Page 71: Index

    10. Index 10. Index C Caller ID: 21 Calling back: 22 10.1 Index Storing: 23 Caller ID list (Feature #26): 21, 45 # #01 Date and time: 15 Caller’s recording time (Feature #10): 44 #02 Your logo: 16 Character table: 16 #03 Your fax number: 18 Cleaning: 61, 62, 63 #04 Sending report: 25, 44...
  • Page 72 10. Index M Message alert (Feature #42): 46 From memory: 24 Message transfer (Feature #60): 41, 47 Manually: 24 Navigator directory: 26 N Navigator directory Sending report (Feature #04): 25, 44 Making a phone call: 20 Storing Selecting characters: 17 Broadcast: 27 Sending faxes: 26 Navigator directory: 19...
  • Page 74 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. 1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan PFQX1988ZA CC1103YH0...

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