Panasonic KX-FC241AL Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic KX-FC241AL Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic KX-FC241AL Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

KX-FC241AL
Model No.
Be sure to use the telephone line
cord included in this unit.
This model is designed to be used in
Australia and New Zealand. To use in
New Zealand, change the location
setting (feature #74 on page 69).

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Compact Plain Paper Fax with DECT Operating Instructions KX-FC241AL Model No. Be sure to use the telephone line cord included in this unit. This model is designed to be used in Australia and New Zealand.
  • Page 2 Location of Controls How to use the operating instructions When following operating instructions, always keep the front cover page (next page) open for easy reference to the buttons. OPEN...
  • Page 3: Handset

    Location of Controls Please keep this page open when following operating instructions. For a description of each button, see page 12, 13. Base unit LOCATOR/INTERCOM LOCA OR/INTERCOM Buttons (Listed in alphabetical order) AUTO ANSWER F CALLER ID A COPY I DIGITAL SP-PHONE O ERASE D FAX/START J...
  • Page 4 Dear purchaser, Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic fax machine. You have acquired a product made in compliance with the Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT) standard. DECT technology is characterized by high-security protection against interceptions as well as high-quality digital transmission. This telephone was designed for a wide range of applications.
  • Page 5: For New Zealand Users

    Warning: Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is available for emergency use. This equipment will be inoperable when mains power fails. When a failure occurs which results in the internal parts becoming accessible, disconnect the power supply cord immediately and return this unit to an authorised service centre.
  • Page 6: Important Information

    Important information Instructions to customer Installation Attached to this apparatus is an approval label. This label is evidence that it is a “Permitted Attachment” which has been authorised to be connected to your telephone service. Conditions relating to connection and operation of this Permitted Attachment are contained in Telecommunications General By-Law 220 (5).
  • Page 7 Important Instructions Safety Instructions Important safety instructions When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
  • Page 8: For Best Performance

    Important Instructions CAUTION: Installation L Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. L Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. L Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
  • Page 9 Environment 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. L Do not place heavy objects on top of the unit.
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Receiving a fax manually – Auto answer OFF ... 49 Receiving a fax automatically – Auto answer ON... 50 Receive polling (retrieving a fax placed on another fax machine)... 52 Junk fax prohibitor (preventing fax reception from undesired callers) ... 53 6. Distinctive Ring Distinctive Ring Using with the ring detection feature 54 7.
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Cordless Handset Cordless handset programming ... 73 Cordless handset programming using the base unit PIN...78 10.Multi-unit Operation Additional Units 10.1 Operating additional units... 81 10.2 Registering a cordless handset to a base unit...81 10.3 Intercom ...82 10.4 Transferring calls / Conference calls. 83 10.5 Copying cordless handset phonebook items...
  • Page 12: Introduction

    1. Introduction 1 Introduction 1.1 Included accessories Item Power cord Telephone line cord Handset Handset cord Paper tray Starter ink film (10 metres long) Cordless handset Rechargeable batteries Battery cover AC adaptor Belt clip Charger Operating instructions Quick installation guide *1 For replacement film, see page 11.
  • Page 13: Accessory Information

    KX-TCA151AZ KX-TCA89AL *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. Item Specifications/Usage 35 m ×...
  • Page 14: Button Descriptions Of The Base Unit

    1. Introduction Finding the Controls 1.3 Button descriptions of the base unit L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. {CALLER ID} L To use Caller ID features (page 39, 41). {LOCATOR/INTERCOM} L To page or locate a cordless handset (page 82).
  • Page 15: Button Descriptions Of The Cordless Handset

    1.4 Button descriptions of the cordless handset L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. Left soft key L To select the item shown above this key (page 15). {C} (Talk) L To make/answer calls (page 31, 33). Joystick L To adjust volume (page 25).
  • Page 16: Display Descriptions Of The Cordless Handset

    1. Introduction 1.5 Display descriptions of the cordless handset Display icons Various icons appear on the cordless handset display to indicate the current status of the unit. 4 5 6 Display icon Meaning Within range of a base unit L When flashing: No base unit (out of range of base unit, cordless...
  • Page 17 Soft keys The cordless handset features two soft keys and a joystick. By pressing a soft key, or by pressing the centre of the joystick, you can select the feature or operation indicated by the soft key icon shown directly above it. L Pressing the left or right soft key selects the leftmost or rightmost soft key icon respectively.
  • Page 18: Overview

    1. Introduction 1.6 Overview 1.6.1 Base unit 1 Speaker 2 Document guides 3 Paper tray 4 Recording paper support 5 Recording paper entrance 6 Recording paper exit 7 Tension plate 8 Front cover 9 Document exit j Document entrance k Green button (Back cover release button) l Back cover 1.6.2 Cordless handset 1 Ringer indicator / Charge indicator...
  • Page 19: Installation

    2 Installation Base Unit 2.1 Ink film installation / replacement Important: L Remove all blue shipping tape from the unit before installation. 2.1.1 Installing the ink film The included film roll is a starter ink film. Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part.
  • Page 20 2. Installation Correct L The ink film is wrapped around the blue core (3) at least once. 1 turn Tight Incorrect L The ink film is not wrapped around the blue core (4). L The ink film is reversed. L The ink film is slack or creased. Close the back cover securely by pushing down on the notched area at both ends (1).
  • Page 21: Handset Cord

    See page 11 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 22: Recording Paper

    2. Installation 2.4 Recording paper The unit can hold up to 30 sheets of 80 g/m paper. Please refer to page 107 for information on recording paper. Pull the tension plate forward (1). Fan the paper to prevent paper jams. Insert the paper, print-side down.
  • Page 23: Battery Installation / Replacement

    2. Installation 2.5.2 Replacing the batteries If 7 flashes even when the batteries have been fully charged, both batteries must be replaced. Please use only Panasonic batteries. See page 11 for accessory information. Important: L Charge the new batteries for about 7 hours before initial use.
  • Page 24: Preparation

    Caution: L If the cordless handset is not charged, you cannot make or answer calls. L USE ONLY WITH the included Panasonic AC adaptor. L The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.)
  • Page 25: Battery Charge

    L If 7 flashes when you lift the cordless handset off the charger, charge the batteries at least 15 minutes. 3. Preparation Battery life After your Panasonic batteries are fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Ni-MH Batteries (typical 700 mAh) Operation Operating Time While in use (talking) 10 hours approx.
  • Page 26: Turning The Cordless Handset Power On/Off

    3. Preparation 3.3 Turning the cordless handset power ON/OFF 3.3.1 Power ON Press {ih} for about 1 second. L The display will change to the standby mode. 3.3.2 Power OFF Press {ih} for about 2 seconds. L The display will go blank. Help Button 3.4 Base unit help function The unit contains helpful information which can...
  • Page 27: Volume

    Volume 3.5 Adjusting cordless handset volume Ringer volume 7 levels (high to off) are available. 1. Press $ (centre of joystick). 2. Use the joystick to select s “Ringer Option”. 3. Press ,. 4. Push the joystick up or down repeatedly to select “Ringer Volume”.
  • Page 28: Date And Time

    The date and time can be set using either the cordless handset or the base unit. L The other party’s fax machine will print the date and time on each page you send according to your unit’s date and time setting.
  • Page 29 3.7.2 With the base unit {SET} {MENU} {<}{>} Press {MENU}. SYSTEM SETUP PRESS NAVI.[( )] Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to display the following. SET DATE & TIME Press {SET}. L The cursor (|) will appear on the display. 0 1/M:01/Y:04 TIME: 12:00AM Enter the current date/month/year by selecting 2 digits for each.
  • Page 30: Your Logo

    3. Preparation 3.8 Your logo Your logo will be printed on the top of each page sent from your unit. The logo can be your name or the name of your company. {STOP} {MENU} {SET} {<}{>}{A}{B} Press {MENU}. SYSTEM SETUP PRESS NAVI.[( )] Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to display the following.
  • Page 31: Your Fax Number

    1. Press {2} 3 times. LOGO=| 2. Press {4} 3 times. LOGO=B| 3. Press {*}. LOGO=B| 4. Press {5} 3 times. LOGO=Bi| To correct a mistake 1. Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the incorrect character. 2. Press {STOP}. L To erase all characters, press and hold {STOP}.
  • Page 32 3. Preparation 3. Enter the correct number.
  • Page 33: Telephone

    4 Telephone Making and Answering Calls 4.1 Making phone calls 4.1.1 With the cordless handset */$/ ,/" Lift the cordless handset and press {C} or {s}. Dial the telephone number. When finished talking, press {ih} or place the cordless handset on the charger. Speakerphone operation L For best performance, please note the following:...
  • Page 34 4. Telephone To turn key lock ON, press $ (centre of joystick) for about 2 seconds. L " will be displayed. To turn key lock OFF, press " for about 2 seconds. Note: L Key lock is turned OFF when the cordless handset is turned OFF.
  • Page 35: Answering Phone Calls

    4.2 Answering phone calls 4.2.1 With the cordless handset Lift the cordless handset and press {C} or {s}. L You can also answer a call by pressing any dial key from {0} to {9}, {*}, {#} or {INT}. (Any key answer feature) When finished talking, press {ih} or place the cordless handset on the charger.
  • Page 36: Cordless Handset Phonebook

    4. Telephone Automatic Dialling 4.4 Cordless handset phonebook The cordless handset phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can store 200 names and telephone numbers to the phonebook and search for phonebook items by name or category. When the system has additional cordless handsets (page 81), each cordless handset can have its own phonebook.
  • Page 37: Erasing A Stored Item

    4. Press the right soft key repeatedly to select the character entry mode that contains the character you are searching for (:, ! or %). 5. Press the dial key ({0} to {9}) which contains the character you are searching for. L Press the same dial key repeatedly to select the character you are searching for.
  • Page 38: Base Unit Phonebook

    4. Telephone Erasing a hot key 1. Press and hold the desired hot key ({1} to {9}) to display the telephone number. 2. Press * (centre of joystick). 3. Press ,. 4. Select “Yes”, then press ,. Note: L The number erased from a hot key will not be deleted from the phonebook.
  • Page 39: Making A Phone Call Using The Phonebook

    4.5.2 Making a phone call using the phonebook Before using this feature, store the desired names and telephone numbers in the base unit phonebook (page 36). Press {>}. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired item. Lift the handset or press {DIGITAL SP- PHONE}.
  • Page 40: Caller Id Service

    4. Telephone Caller ID 4.6 Caller ID service This unit is compatible with Caller ID service offered by your local telephone company. To use this feature, you must subscribe to Caller ID service. 4.6.1 How Caller ID is displayed When an outside call is received, the calling party’s telephone number or name will be displayed.
  • Page 41: Viewing And Calling Back Using Caller Information

    4.7 Viewing and calling back using caller information You can easily view caller information and call back. Important: L Calling back will not be possible if the caller information does not include a telephone number. Note: L Telstra, Optus, Telecom New Zealand and TelstraClear do not currently send caller name information.
  • Page 42: Editing A Caller's Telephone Number

    4. Telephone Display while viewing L When the unit could not receive a name, the display will show “NO NAME RCVD”. L When no calls have been received, the display will show “MEMORY EMPTY”. To stop viewing Press {STOP} after step 2. 4.8 Editing a caller’s telephone number before calling back / storing...
  • Page 43: Storing Caller Information Into The Phonebook

    Press {ih}. 4.9.2 With the base unit Erasing all caller information 1. Press {MENU} repeatedly to display “CALLER SETUP”. 2. Press {SET}. L “CALL LIST ERASE” will be displayed. 3. Press {SET}. L To cancel erasing, press {STOP} 3 times. 4.
  • Page 44 4. Telephone Press {SET}. Press {SET}. Note: L You can confirm the stored items in the base unit phonebook by printing the telephone number list (page 106). L To edit a name and number, see page 37. 4.10.3 Call minder (for New Zealand users only) Call minder is an automatic answering service offered by your service provider.
  • Page 45: Fax

    Sending Faxes 5 Fax 5.1 Sending a fax manually {A}{B} {STOP} {REDIAL} {DIGITAL SP-PHONE} {FAX/START} Adjust the width of the document guides (1) to fit the actual size of the document. Insert the document (up to 10 pages) FACE DOWN until a single beep is heard and the unit grasps the document.
  • Page 46: Documents You Can Send

    5. Fax To stop transmission Press {STOP}. Printing a sending report A sending report provides you with a printed record of transmission results. To print sending reports, make sure feature #04 is activated (page 66). For an explanation of error messages, see page 90.
  • Page 47: Sending A Fax Using The Base Unit Phonebook

    L Confirm that you have entered the number correctly, and that the number is a fax number. L Confirm that the other party’s fax machine is answering by turning ON the connecting tone feature (feature #76 on page 69). 5.4 Broadcast...
  • Page 48: Erasing A Stored Item From The Broadcast Memory

    5. Fax 5.4.3 Erasing a stored item from the broadcast memory Press {>}. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display “<BROADCAST>”. Press {MENU}. Press {#}. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired item you want to erase. L To cancel erasing, press {STOP}. Press {SET}.
  • Page 49: Selecting The Way To Use Your Fax Machine

    OFF by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly. How phone calls and faxes are received If the call is a phone call, the fax machine will record the caller’s message automatically. If a fax calling tone is detected, the fax machine will receive the fax automatically.
  • Page 50: Tel Mode

    You want to answer calls by yourself. If a fax call is received, you must receive the fax manually. Setup Set the fax machine to TEL mode (page 49) by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly. L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base...
  • Page 51: Receiving A Fax Manually - Auto Answer Off

    5.6 Receiving a fax manually – Auto answer 5.6.1 Activating TEL mode Set the fax machine to TEL mode by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display the following. TEL MODE L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base unit turns OFF and r (next to the battery icon) disappears from the cordless handset display.
  • Page 52: Receiving A Fax Automatically - Auto Answer On

    5. Fax press {*}{#}{9} (default fax activation code) firmly. L The fax machine will start fax reception. 3. Replace the handset. Note: L To receive fax documents using the extension telephone, make sure remote fax activation is turned ON beforehand (feature #41 on page 69).
  • Page 53 Note: L The maximum recording time for incoming message can be changed (page 61, or feature #10 on page 66). L While an incoming call is being recorded, you can monitor it through the speaker. L If the unit announces the memory is full, erase unnecessary messages (page 58, 60).
  • Page 54: Receive Polling (Retrieving A Fax Placed On Another Fax Machine)

    (retrieving a fax placed on another fax machine) This feature allows you to retrieve a document from another compatible fax machine. Therefore you pay for the call. Make sure that no documents are fed into your unit and that the other party’s machine is ready for your call.
  • Page 55: Junk Fax Prohibitor (Preventing Fax Reception From Undesired Callers)

    Additionally, you can store undesirable phone numbers in the junk fax prohibitor list; faxes sent from these phone numbers will not be received by your fax machine. L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. Important: L This feature does not work when: –...
  • Page 56: Distinctive Ring

    6. Distinctive Ring Distinctive Ring 6 Distinctive Ring 6.1 Using with the ring detection feature This feature is only for use if you subscribe to a Distinctive Ring pattern service from your telephone company. For more information on the availability of this service in your area, please contact your telephone company before setting this feature on your unit.
  • Page 57: Copy

    7 Copy Copying 7.1 Making a copy {STOP} {START} {COPY} {>}{A}{B} Adjust the width of the document guides (1) to fit the actual size of the document. Insert the document (up to 10 pages) FACE DOWN until a single beep is heard and the unit grasps the document.
  • Page 58 7. 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 59: Answering Machine

    8 Answering Machine Greeting 8.1 Recording your greeting message You can record your own greeting message for TAM/FAX mode, for a maximum of 16 (default) or 60 seconds in length. We recommend you record a message of less than 12 seconds to make it easier to receive faxes.
  • Page 60: Listening To Recorded Messages

    8. Answering Machine Incoming Messages 8.2 Listening to recorded messages When the unit has recorded new voice messages: – The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator will flash when the auto answer setting is turned ON. – The total number of recorded messages will flash on the base unit display.
  • Page 61: Leaving A Message For Others Or Yourself

    To erase all messages Press {ERASE}. Press {ERASE}. L To cancel erasing, press {STOP}. Memo Message 8.3 Leaving a message for others or yourself To leave a private message for yourself or someone else, you can record a voice memo. Recorded messages are treated as new messages.
  • Page 62: Leaving A Message For Others Or Yourself

    8. Answering Machine 5. Select “Yes”, then press ,. 6. Press {ih}. 8.4.2 Listening to recorded messages When you have new messages, the number of new messages is displayed next to r. Example: Press $ (centre of joystick). Select K, then press ,. Select “Play New Msg.”, then press ,.
  • Page 63 Direct commands Turns auto answer setting OFF Erases a specific message {*}{4} (during playback) Erases all messages {*}{5} Erases greeting message {*}{6} *1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of the beginning of the message, the previous message will be played. *2 The receiving mode will be set to TAM/FAX or FAX ONLY mode, depending on the setting of feature #77 (page 70).
  • Page 64 8. Answering Machine Note: L You can also program this feature with the base unit (feature #67 on page 69).
  • Page 65: Operating From A Remote Location

    8.5 Operating from a remote location You can call your unit from a remote location and access the answering machine. Important: L Activate the remote operation feature by setting the remote operation ID beforehand (page 61, or feature #11 on page 66). L Set the unit to TAM/FAX mode before going out (page 50).
  • Page 66 8. Answering Machine 8.5.2 Remote operations following voice menu During remote operation, the unit will provide voice prompts in the following order. 1 “Press 1 to play back all messages. Press 2 for other functions.” {1}: All recorded messages will be played back. {2}: Voice prompt 2 is announced.
  • Page 67: Programmable Features

    9 Programmable Features Base Unit 9.1 Base unit programming {SET} {MENU} {<}{>}{A}{B} 9.1.1 Programming basic features Press {MENU}. Select the feature you wish to program. Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to display the desired feature. L The current setting of the feature will be displayed.
  • Page 68: Basic Features

    9. Programmable Features 9.2 Basic features Code #01: Setting the date and time SET DATE & TIME PRESS SET See page 27 for details. Code #02: Setting your logo YOUR LOGO PRESS SET See page 28 for details. Code #03: Setting your fax number YOUR FAX NO.
  • Page 69: Advanced Features

    Code #17: Setting the ringer type for outside calls EXT RINGER TYPE =RINGER 1 [±] To set the base unit ringer type from one of 6 types for outside calls. You can select “RINGER 1” (default), “RINGER 2”, “RINGER 3”, “RINGER 4”, “RINGER 5”...
  • Page 70 9. Programmable Features 8. Press {SET}. 9. Enter the transmission start time. L If you select 12-hour time entry when you set the date and time (page 26), press {*} repeatedly to select “AM” or “PM”. L If you selected 24-hour time entry when you set the date and time (page 26), the time is set using 24-hour time entry.
  • Page 71 Code #41: Changing the fax activation code FAX ACTIVATION [±] If you wish to use the cordless handset (page 49) or an extension telephone (page 49) to receive faxes, activate this feature and program the activation code. 1. Press {MENU}. 2.
  • Page 72: Direct Commands For Programming Features

    “OFF”: Deactivates this feature. Note: L If the ring back tone continues, the other party’s machine may not be a fax machine or may have run out of paper. Check with the other party. L The connecting tone volume cannot be adjusted.
  • Page 73 – {5}: “5” – {6}: “6” – {7}: “7” {#}{1}{0} Message recording time – {1}: “1 MINUTE” – {2}: “GREETING ONLY” – {3}: “NO LIMIT” (default) {#}{1}{1} Remote operation ID L Enter a 3-digit number to activate the remote operation feature. To deactivate the remote operation feature, press {*}.
  • Page 74 9. Programmable Features {#}{8}{0} Set default – {1}: “YES” – {2}: “NO” (default) L If you select “YES”, press {SET} 2 times, then press {MENU} to exit programming.
  • Page 75: Cordless Handset

    Cordless Handset 9.5 Cordless handset programming For your reference, a chart of all items which can be customised for the cordless handset is printed below. Details of each item can be found on the corresponding pages. L When customising the cordless handset, the current item or setting is indicated by ). Cordless handset Sub-menu settings menu...
  • Page 76 9. Programmable Features 9.5.1 Programmable functions Helpful hints: L To exit programming, press {ih} at any time. 9.5.2 Memo alarm Setting memo alarm An alarm will sound for 3 minutes at the set time once or daily. 3 different alarms can be set. A text memo can also be displayed.
  • Page 77 9.5.4 Tone options Setting key tone You can select whether or not key tones are heard when keys are pressed. Includes confirmation tones and error tones. 1. Press $ (centre of joystick). 2. Select t, then press ,. 3. Select “Tone Option”, then press ,. 4.
  • Page 78: Other Options

    L If you change the PIN, please make note of your new PIN. The unit will not reveal the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. 1. Press $ (centre of joystick). 2. Select t, then press ,.
  • Page 79 4. Select “Auto Talk”, then press ,. 5. Select “On” or “Off” (default), then press 6. Press {ih}. Setting the battery type “Ni-Cd” : Nickel cadmium batteries are used. “Ni-MH” (default) : Nickel metal hydride batteries are used. 1. Press $ (centre of joystick). 2.
  • Page 80: Cordless Handset Programming Using The Base Unit Pin

    9. Programmable Features 9.6 Cordless handset programming using the base unit For your reference, a chart of all items which can be customised for the unit using the base unit PIN is printed below. Details of each item can be found on the corresponding pages. L Keep the front cover page open for button locations.
  • Page 81: Call Options

    9.6.1 Call Options Setting dialling mode (tone/pulse) For Australian users only “Tone” (default): Select when you have a touch tone service. “Pulse”: Select when you have rotary or pulse service. 1. Press $ (centre of joystick). 2. Select u, then press ,. 3.
  • Page 82 L If you change the PIN, please make note of your new PIN. The unit will not reveal the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. 1. Press $ (centre of joystick). 2. Select u, then press ,.
  • Page 83: Multi-Unit Operation

    10 Multi-unit Operation Additional Units 10.1 Operating additional units 10.1.1 Additional cordless handsets Up to 6 cordless handsets can be registered to a single base unit. Additional cordless handsets, for example, will allow you to have an intercom call with another cordless handset while a third cordless handset is on an outside call.
  • Page 84: Intercom

    10. Multi-unit Operation 10.2.3 Cancelling a base unit A cordless handset can cancel a base unit that it is registered to. This allows the cordless handset to forget the base unit. Press $ (centre of joystick). Select t, then press ,. Select “Registration”, then press ,.
  • Page 85: Transferring Calls / Conference Calls

    When finished talking, press {DIGITAL SP- PHONE}, {LOCATOR/INTERCOM} or replace the handset. Cordless handset 1: When finished talking, press {ih} or place the cordless handset on the charger. Note: L If the cordless handset user has difficulty hearing the base unit user, ask the base unit user to decrease the speaker volume by pressing {B}.
  • Page 86: Copying Cordless Handset Phonebook Items

    10. Multi-unit Operation Press {INT}, {C} or {s} to answer the page. 3. Base unit: To complete the call transfer, press {DIGITAL SP-PHONE} or replace the handset. To establish a conference call, press {3}. To transfer a call without speaking to the cordless handset 1 user After step 1, press {DIGITAL SP-PHONE} or replace the handset.
  • Page 87: Walkie-Talkie

    10.6 Walkie-Talkie This feature allows cordless handsets to communicate with each other directly when they are in range of the same base unit (common base station mode, group mode) and even when outside the range of the base unit (group mode only).
  • Page 88: Useful Information

    11.2 Using an optional headset Connecting an optional headset to the cordless handset allows hands-free phone conversations. Please use only the Panasonic headset noted on page 11. The speakerphone is not available while a headset is plugged into the cordless handset. To switch to speakerphone, disconnect the headset.
  • Page 89: Wall Mounting The Charger

    11.3 Wall mounting the charger Connect the AC adaptor. Drive the screws (1) into the wall using the wall template as a guide, then mount the charger securely on the screws. L Fasten the AC adaptor cord around the hooks (2) to prevent it from being disconnected.
  • Page 90: Available Character Entries For The Cordless Handset

    11. Useful Information 11.4 Available character entries for the cordless handset The cordless handset dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it. The available character entry modes are; : (Alphabet), ; (Numeric), ! (Greek), x (Extended 1), y (Extended 2), and % (Cyrillic).
  • Page 91 x Extended 1 character table L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: y Extended 2 character table L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: % Cyrillic character table 11. Useful Information...
  • Page 92: Help

    L The document was not fed into the unit properly. Re-insert it and try again. OTHER FAX NOT RESPONDING L The other party’s fax machine is busy or has run out of recording paper. Try again. L The other party’s fax machine rings too many times.
  • Page 93 OPEN CABINET CHECK FILM SLACK OPEN CABINET CHECK FILM TYPE L Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film (page 11). L The ink film is slack. Tighten it (see step 5 on page 17). L The fax machine is positioned near appliances such as TVs or speakers which generate an intense magnetic field.
  • Page 94 1 second long. Record a longer message. ————————————————————— REDIAL TIME OUT L The other party’s fax machine is busy or has run out of recording paper. Try again. ————————————————————— REMOVE DOCUMENT L The document is jammed. Remove the jammed document (page 102).
  • Page 95: When A Function Does Not Work, Check Here

    L The power cord or telephone line cord is not connected. Check the connections. L If you connected the fax machine through a computer modem, connect the fax machine directly to a telephone line jack. L The call bar feature is set. Turn it OFF (feature #28 on page 68, or page 76).
  • Page 96 12. Help Problem The ink film runs out quickly. The base unit beeps. The speakerphone is not working. I cannot page a cordless handset or base unit. Caller information is not displayed. While viewing caller information, the display returns to standby mode. 12.3.3 Cordless handset Problem The cordless handset...
  • Page 97 Cancel unused cordless handset registrations from the base unit (page 81). L You entered the wrong PIN. If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. L Locate the cordless handset and the base unit away from other electrical appliances.
  • Page 98: Fax – Sending

    A blank sheet is ejected. Cause & Solution L The other party’s fax machine is busy or has run out of recording paper. Try again. L The other party does not have a fax machine. Check with the other party.
  • Page 99 Cause & Solution Please do not reuse the ink film! Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film. Refer to page 11 for further details. L The thermal head is dirty. Clean it (page 105). L Some paper has instructions recommending which side to print on.
  • Page 100: If A Power Failure Occurs

    L If any fax documents are stored in the memory, they will be lost. When power is restored, a power down report will be printed stating which documents in memory have been erased. Cause & Solution Please do not reuse the ink film! Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film. Refer to page 11 for further details. Original A BC L Some paper has instructions recommending which side to print on.
  • Page 101 Note for Australian users: L Panasonic Australia operates a toll free Customer Care Centre. Please call 132600 for assistance or visit the website www.panasonic <http://www.panasonic.com.au> Note for New Zealand users: L Panasonic New Zealand operates a toll free Customer Support Centre. Please call 0800- Panasonic (0800-726276) for assistance.
  • Page 102: Recording Paper Jams

    12. Help Jams 12.4 Recording paper jams 12.4.1 When the recording paper has jammed in the unit The base unit display will show the following. PAPER JAMMED Pull the tension plate forward (1) to remove the installed paper (2). L Do not remove the jammed paper (3). Remove the paper tray (1).
  • Page 103 Turn the blue gear (1) in the direction of the arrow until the ink film is tight (2). Correct L The ink film is wrapped around the blue core (3) at least once. 1 turn Tight Incorrect L The ink film is not wrapped around the blue core (4).
  • Page 104: Document Jams - Sending

    12. Help 12.4.2 When the recording paper was not fed into the unit properly The base unit display will show the following. CHECK PAPER Remove the recording paper and straighten. Pull the tension plate forward (1) and insert the paper. Push the tension plate back (1), then press {START} to clear the message.
  • Page 105: Recording Paper Feeder Cleaning

    Cleaning 12.6 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. Disconnect the power cord and the telephone line cord.
  • Page 106: Document Feeder / Scanner Glass Cleaning

    12. Help 12.7 Document 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 sending or copying. Disconnect the power cord and the telephone line cord. Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part.
  • Page 107: Thermal Head Cleaning

    12.8 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 108: General Information

    13. General Information Printed Reports 13 General Information 13.1 Reference lists and reports (Base unit only) You can print out the following lists and reports for your reference. Setup list: provides you with the current settings of the base unit programming features (page 66 to page 70). Telephone number list: provides you with names and numbers which are stored in the base unit phonebook.
  • Page 109: Specifications

    Specifications 13.2 Specifications 13.2.1 Base unit I Applicable lines: Public Switched Telephone Network I Document size: Max. 216 mm in width, Max. 600 mm in length I Effective scanning width: 208 mm I Effective printing width: A4: 202 mm I Transmission time Approx.
  • Page 110 13. General Information – Paper that will melt, vaporize, discolour, scorch or emit dangerous fumes near 200 °C, such as vellum paper. These materials may transfer onto the fusing roller and cause damage. – Moist paper L Some paper only accepts print on one side. Try using the other side of the paper if you are not happy with the print quality or if misfeeding occurs.
  • Page 111: Index

    14. Index 14.1 Index # #01 Date and time: 27 #02 Your logo: 28 #03 Your fax number: 29 #04 Sending report: 44, 66 #06 FAX ring setting: 66 #06 TAM ring setting: 51, 66 #10 Message recording time: 66 #11 Remote operation ID: 66 #13 Dialling mode: 66 #17 External ringer type: 67...
  • Page 112 14. Index Language: 75 Standby mode: 75 Talk mode: 75 Distinctive Ring: 54 Document size: 44 E ECM selection: 69 Emergency call: 79 Error messages: 90 Extension telephone: 49 F Fax Ability: 54 Fax activation code: 69 Fax number: 29 Friendly reception: 69 G Greeting message: 57, 59 Greeting message monitor: 61, 69...
  • Page 113 Sending report: 44, 66 Soft keys: 15 Storing Broadcast: 45 Hot key: 35 Phonebook: 34, 36 T Transferring calls: 83 V Voice time/day stamp: 58 Volume Base unit: 25 Cordless handset: 25 W Walkie Talkie: 85 Wall mounting: 87 14. Index...
  • Page 114 Global web site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Copyright: L This material is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd., and may be reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written consent of Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.

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