Page 1: Operating Instructions
Multi-Function Plain Paper Facsimile with 900MHz Cordless Phone Model No. KX-FMC230 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save for future reference. FOR OPERATION ASSISTANCE, CALL 1-800-HELP-FAX (1-800-435-7329) OR SEND A FAX TO 1-215-741-2069. To get started,...
Page 2 Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Multi-Function Plain Paper Facsimile with 900 MHz Cordless Phone. Welcome to the world of Panasonic facsimiles. This Panasonic Multi-Function plain paper facsimile with 900MHz cordless phone combines the telephone, copier, scanner, PC Fax, printer and TAM interface functions to provide you with more efficient office or home use.
Page 3: Battery Charge
For best performance! Battery charge To power the handset, install the battery and charge for about 15 hours before initial use (p. 27). Operating distance and noise Calls are transmitted between the main unit and the handset using wireless radio waves. For maximum distance and noise free operation, the recommended main unit location is: Away from electrical appliances such as TVs,...
Page 4 Important safety 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. 3.
Page 5 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of ﬁre or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the battery(ies) speciﬁed. 2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a ﬁre. They may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions.
Page 6 Included accessories! To order, call toll free 1-800-332-5368 or see the fax order instructions on the next page. Power cord RRR 1 pc. Telephone line Part No. PQJA200Z cord RRRRRR 1 pc. Part No. PQJA59V Diverter RRRRR 1 pc. Paper tray RRRR 1 pc. Part No.
Page 7 Accessory order The starter ﬁlm is only 20 meters (65P (328P)] for extra stock. To order, call toll free 1-800-332-5368 or see the fax order instructions below. Fax orders: Please send a fax to 1-800-237-9080. Include: Your name, shipping address, telephone number.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Installation and connections RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR 10 To make a voice call RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR 12 To answer a voice call RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR 13 To make a copy RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR 14 To transmit documents RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR 15 To receive documents RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR 16 PC information RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR 17 Setup (Main Unit) Overview RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR 18 Initial Preparation Setup (Handset)
Page 9 Receiving Faxes (cont.) Fax/Copy Copying Setup Multi-Function Center/PC Address Book Printer PC Fax PC Receiving Send from Fax Scanning More Information PC link (turning PC related functions on/off) RRRRRRRR 92 Error Messages Help Operations Power Failure Jams Ink Film Battery Cleaning Display Contrast Changing the LCD display contrast RRRRRRRRRRR 116 General...
Page 10: Q Q U C Installation And Connections Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Installation and connections! Paper tray (See page 19.) Open the paper tray. Insert the two tabs on the paper tray into the slots on the back of the unit. Paper (See page 20.) Pull the recording paper set lever forward. Fan the stack of paper to avoid a paper jam and insert the paper into the paper tray.
Page 11: Telephone Line
Recording paper set lever Slots Slots Bottom Paper stacker Pull out the paper stacker from the bottom of the unit completely. (See page 19.) For Assistance, Call 1-800-435-7329 Telephone line cord (See page 21.) Connect to “LINE” on the unit. Connect to a single telephone line jack.
Page 12: To Make A Voice Call Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
To make a voice » Using the handset (See page 30.) Press (TALK). Dial. » Using the speakerphone Press (SP-PHONE). For Assistance, Call 1-800-435-7329 call! (See page 31.) To hang up, press (TALK). Dial. To hang up, press (SP-PHONE).
Page 13: To Answer A Voice Call Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
To answer a voice » Handset is off the main unit Press (TALK). » Handset is on the main unit Lift the handset. For Assistance, Call 1-800-435-7329 call! (See page 32.) (See page 32.) To hang up, press (TALK). After talking, hang up the handset.
Page 14: To Make A Copy Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
To make a copy! Open the document feeder tray. Insert the documents until a beep tone is heard. Adjust the width of the document guides. ¡For further details, see page 77. For Assistance, Call 1-800-435-7329 FACE DOWN (up to 15 sheets) Press (START/COPY/SET).
Page 15: To Transmit Documents Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
To transmit documents! Open the document feeder tray. Insert the documents until a beep tone is heard. Adjust the width of the document guides. Press (SP-PHONE). Dial the fax number. ¡For further details, see page 44. For Assistance, Call 1-800-435-7329 FACE DOWN (up to 15 sheets) When a fax tone is heard,...
Page 16: To Receive Documents Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
To receive documents! When the unit rings, lift the handset to answer the call. ¡For further details, see page 58. ¡You can select the desired receiving mode according to your needs. See pages 56 and 57. For Assistance, Call 1-800-435-7329 When: —document reception is required, —a slow beep is heard, or...
Page 17: Pc Information Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
information! Connecting to a computer (See page 79.) 25 Pin Male Installing the Multi-Function Center software (See page 80.) Using as a printer, fax or scanner Printer functions ¡Printing documents from Windows 3.1, 3.11 or Windows 95 (See pages 83 and 84.) ¡Printing received documents (See page 89.) Fax functions ¡Personal information database for fax and phone numbers (See page 82.)
Page 18: Setup (Main Unit) Overview Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Setup (Main Unit) Overview! Antenna Spare battery charger (beneath the cover) Battery cover for main unit Speaker Charge contacts SPARE CHARGE indicator CHARGE indicator Paper stacker Assembly! Installing the battery cover on the main Close the battery cover on the main unit. ¡You can insert a spare battery beneath the cover to charge (see page 112).
Page 19 Installing the diverter! Insert the diverter into the slots on the main unit until it clicks into place. Installing the paper Open the paper tray. Insert the two tabs on the paper tray into the slots on the back of the main unit. ¡Do not place the main unit in areas where the paper tray may be obstructed by walls, etc.
Page 20: Installing The Paper Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Setup (Main Unit) Installing the paper! Letter or legal size recording paper can be loaded. The paper tray can hold up to 150 sheets of 75 g/m (20 lb.) paper. You may use 60 g/m Pull the recording paper set lever forward. Fan the stack of paper to avoid a paper jam and insert the paper into the paper tray.
Page 21: Connections Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Connections! Connect the telephone line cord. Connect the power cord. ¡When the power is turned on for the ﬁrst time, the unit will print an information list about the starter ﬁlm. Power outlet (120 V, 60 Hz) Power surge protector Single telephone line (RJ11C) Line surge...
Page 22: Location Of Controlsrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Setup (Main Unit) Location of controls! Dial keypad Used to print a quick reference (see below). Used to initiate/exit programming. Used for speed dialing (p. 39, 40, 45, 46). OPER TONE FLASH REDIAL/PAUSE MUTE SP-PHONE Used for voice muting (p. 31). Used for the speakerphone operation (p.
Page 23: Programming The Date/Time, Your Name And Facsimile
Programming the date/time, your name and facsimile telephone number Before using your unit, program the correct date and time, your logo and facsimile telephone number. This information will be printed on the top of each page transmitted from your unit. Your logo FROM : Panasonic Fax system Setting the date and time...
Page 24 Setup (Main Unit) Setting your logo! The logo can be a company, division or personal name in an abbreviated form. Press (MENU). Display: SYSTEM SET UP Press , then YOUR LOGO Press (START/COPY/SET). LOGO= Enter your logo up to 30 characters using the dial keypad and direct call station keys.
Page 25 Setting your facsimile telephone Press (MENU). Display: SYSTEM SET UP Press , then YOUR TEL NO. Press (START/COPY/SET). NO.= Enter your facsimile telephone number up to 20 digits. Press (START/COPY/SET). SETUP ITEM [ Press (MENU). To correct a mistake while programming Press (ﬁ)/(ﬂ) ((VOLUME)) to move the cursor to the incorrect number, then make the corrections.
Page 26: Setup (Handset) Setting Up The Cordless Handset Rrrrrrrrrrrrr
Setup (Handset) Setting up the cordless Location of controls! Lights when the handset is in use (p. 30). Also ﬂashes when the battery needs to be charged (p. 28). Used to make/answer calls (p. 30). Changes from pulse to tone during dialing (p.
Page 27: Battery Charge Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Installing the battery in the Insert the battery into the battery compartment observing the proper polarity. Install the battery cover on the cordless handset. Battery charge! Place the handset on the cradle of the main unit for about 15 hours. ¡The CHARGE indicator lights.
Page 28 Setup (Handset) Recharge! When the TALK/BATT LOW indicator ﬂashes slowly or the unit beeps intermittently, place the handset on the cradle to recharge the battery. If you do not want to wait until the battery is fully recharged, we recommend you purchase an optional spare battery (page 112).
Page 29: Volumes
Adjusting volumes! Main unit! » Ringer volume 4 levels (high/middle/low/off) are available. Press (VOLUME) ( ) while the unit is idle. To turn the ringer off: 1. Press (VOLUME) ( ) repeatedly until the following message is displayed. RINGER OFF=OK? YES: PRESS SET 2.
Page 30: Making Calls
Making Calls Making calls with the » Handset is off the main unit: Press (TALK). ¡The TALK/BATT LOW indicator lights. » Handset is on the main unit: Lift the handset and press (TALK). ¡The TALK/BATT LOW indicator lights. Dial the telephone number. ¡If you misdial, hang up and dial again.
Page 31: Making Calls With The Speakerphone Rrrrrrrrrrr
Making calls with the Press (SP-PHONE). ¡The SP-PHONE indicator lights. Dial the telephone number. ¡If you misdial, hang up and dial again. When the other party answers, speak into the microphone. To hang up, press (SP-PHONE). ¡The indicator light goes out. To redial the last number Press (SP-PHONE), then press (REDIAL/PAUSE).
Page 32: Answering Calls
Answering Calls Answering calls with the » If the handset is off the main unit: Press (TALK). ¡You can also answer a call by pressing any dialing button 0 to 9, *, or # (—Any key talk). » If on the main unit: Just lift it.
Page 33: Caller Id
Service from a telephone This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your local telephone company. To use this feature, you must subscribe to a Caller ID service. Caller ID allows you to view the name or telephone number of the caller before you answer the call. The calling party information (name has priority) will be displayed after the ﬁrst ring.
Page 34: Printing A Caller List Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Caller ID Printing a caller This unit will automatically print a caller list after every 35 calls. After printing, the caller list will still remain in memory and the oldest call will be erased when a new call is received. You can also print a caller list whenever you like, see page 119.
Page 35: Intercom
Intercom between the handset and the main unit! A 2-way intercom is available between the handset and the main unit. Paging the main unit from the Handset: Press (INTERCOM), then talk. ¡The INTERCOM indicator lights. Main unit: When the other party’s voice is heard, answer through the microphone.
Page 36: Transferring A Call Between The Handset And Main Unit Rrr
Intercom Transferring a call between the handset and main unit! The intercom can be used during a call. This feature enables you to transfer a call between the handset and the main unit. From the handset to the main Handset: During a call, press (INTERCOM), then talk.
Page 37: Dialing
Storing telephone numbers in the main The main unit’s memory allows you to use both one-touch dialing and speed dialing for rapid access to your most frequently dialed numbers. One-touch dialing: 18 stations (Each of the 9 direct station keys is divided into an upper station and a lower station).
Page 38: Storing Telephone Numbers In The Handsetrrrrrrrrr
Dialing Storing telephone numbers in the You can store up to 10 telephone numbers in the handset. The dialing buttons (0 to 9) function as memory stations. The TALK/BATT LOW indicator light must be off. Press (PROGRAM). ¡The TALK/BATT LOW indicator ﬂashes. Enter the telephone number up to 16 digits.
Page 39: Using Automatic Dialing Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Using automatic Dialing from the main Press (SP-PHONE). » Using one-touch dialing: For upper stations (1–9) Press the desired direct call station key. For lower stations (10–18) Press (LOWER), then press the desired direct call station key. » Using speed dialing: Press (DIRECTORY), then press desired 2-digit number (00–99).
Page 40 Dialing Using the electronic telephone (searching for a station name stored for automatic dialing) The station names stored in the main unit’s memory are automatically registered into the electronic telephone directory in alphabetical order. You can make a voice call by selecting the desired station name shown on the display.
Page 41: Tone, Flash And Pause Buttons Rrrrrrrrrrr
TONE, FLASH and PAUSE TONE button! The TONE (*) button is used for rotary pulse dial services and allows you to temporarily change from the pulse to tone mode during a dialing operation. When you hang up, the unit will automatically return to the pulse mode.
Page 42: Setting The Dialing Mode (Touch Tone Or Pulse) Rrrrrrr
Dialing Setting the dialing mode The unit will automatically set the dialing mode to TONE or PULSE when the unit is turned on if this feature is set to AUTO. If you cannot dial, change the dialing mode setting to TONE or PULSE by following the instructions below. Press (MENU).
Page 43: Voice Contact
Talking to the caller during or after fax receiving transmission! You can have a conversation with the same call after a fax message is completed. This will save the added expense and time of making another call. This feature works only when the other party’s unit is equipped with a voice contact feature. Initiating voice contact! Press (SP-PHONE) while transmitting or receiving...
Page 44: Sending Faxes
Sending Faxes Sending manually! Open the document feeder tray. Insert the document FACE DOWN (up to 15 sheets) until a beep tone is heard. Display: Adjust the width of the document guides. Press (RESOLUTION) repeatedly to the desired setting, if needed (see below). Press (SP-PHONE).
Page 45: Sending Using Automatic Dialing/Electronic Telephone Directoryrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Sending using automatic dialing/electronic telephone directory! Before using these features, program the desired telephone numbers in memory (see page 37). You can conﬁrm that the desired telephone numbers have been stored in memory by printing a telephone number list (see page 119). Sending using automatic Insert the documents FACE DOWN.
Page 46 Sending Faxes Sending using the electronic telephone (searching for a station name stored for automatic dialing) You can make a fax call by selecting the desired station name shown on the display. Insert the documents FACE DOWN. Display: Press (DIRECTORY). SELECT INDEX Press the dial key which the ﬁrst initial of the station name is assigned (see the index table...
Page 47: Acceptable Documents Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Acceptable documents! Minimum size Maximum size 128 mm (5w) 216 mm ⁄ Note: ¡Remove clips, staples or other similar fastening objects. ¡Check that ink, paste or correction ﬂuid has dried. ¡Do not send the following types of documents. Use copies for fax transmission. —...
Page 48: Printing The Transmission Report Rrrrrrrrrrrrr
Sending Faxes Printing the transmission The transmission report will provide you with a printed record of the fax transmission result. One of the following choices is available. ERROR: The transmission report will print out only when fax transmission fails. The report will always print out, indicating whether fax transmission is successful or not. OFF: The report will not print (pre-selected setting).
Page 49: Setting The Journal Report To Print Automatically Rrrrrrr
Setting the journal report to print This unit will automatically print a journal report after every 35 fax communications. After printing, the journal report information will still remain in memory and the oldest communication will be erased when a new communication occurs.
Page 50: Printing A Cover Page Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Sending Faxes Printing a cover The unit can print a cover page to attach to documents you send. Sample of a cover page [FAX COVER PAGE] TO : NAME : FAX NO. : FROM : NAME : FAX NO. : Number of Pages : Subject / Notes : Press (MENU) four times.
Page 51: Delayed Transmission (Sending A Fax At A Speciﬁc Time) Rrr
Delayed transmission! (sending a fax at a speciﬁc time) Using a built-in clock, this unit can send documents automatically at a speciﬁc time. This allows you to take advantage of low-cost calling hours offered by your telephone company. The delayed transmission can be reserved to take place up to 24 hours in advance.
Page 52: Sending Documents From Memory Rrrrrrrrrrrr
Sending Faxes Sending documents from The unit is able to scan and store documents into memory, and then transmit the stored documents. The memory capacity is approx. 25 pages, based on the CCITT No. 1 test chart in standard resolution. For the CCITT No.
Page 53: Sending Documents Overseas Rrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Sending documents You may experience difficulty when transmitting documents overseas. This feature makes sending documents easier as the transmission speed is slowed down. Before starting, follow the steps below. Press (MENU). Display: SYSTEM SET UP Press , then OVERSEAS MODE Press (START/COPY/SET).
Page 54: Reserving Transmission During Fax Reception
Sending Faxes Reserving transmission during fax (sending a fax as soon as receiving is completed) While the unit is receiving documents, you can reserve your fax transmission to another station. The unit will automatically transmit documents after fax reception is completed. Insert the documents FACE DOWN during fax reception.
Page 55: Transmit Polling
Transmit polling! (letting the other machine receive fax on your unit) The transmit polling feature allows another person to call your unit to retrieve a document loaded on your unit. This saves you the call charges. Insert the documents FACE DOWN. Display: Press (MENU) six times.
Page 56: Receiving Faxes Selecting The Way To Receive Calls Rrrrrrrrrrrr
Receiving Faxes Selecting the way to receive This unit has four types of receive modes. Select one of these modes according to your needs. You want to answer voice and fax calls using the handset or speakerphone. How you want to use the unit Receiving mode...
Page 57: Fax Only Mode
¡Regardless of the mode you select, you can always place calls and send faxes. AUTO RECEIVE You want to receive fax documents only. Fax only FAX ONLY MODE (See page 59.) PRE-SELECTED SETTING AUTO RECEIVE The unit will automatically answer all calls and only receive fax documents.
Page 58: Tel Mode (Answering All Calls Manually) Rrrrrrrr
Receiving Faxes mode! (answering all calls manually) Answering with the main When the unit rings, press (SP-PHONE) to answer the call. When: — document reception is required, — a slow beep is heard, or — no sound is heard, press (START/COPY/SET). Answering with the Press (TALK) to answer the call.
Page 59: Fax Only Mode (All Calls Are Received As Faxes)Rrrrr
FAX ONLY mode! (all calls are received as faxes) Setting up the unit for fax Turn on the AUTO RECEIVE mode by pressing (AUTO\RECEIVE) until the FAX indicator light goes on. ¡The display shows the following message. Display: FAX ONLY MODE ¡The unit will automatically answer all calls and only receive fax documents.
Page 60: Ext.tam Mode
Receiving Faxes EXT.TAM mode! (using with an external telephone answering machine) This unit can be connected to an external telephone answering machine (TAM). When the EXT.TAM mode is set, the facsimile unit and telephone answering machine will work as follows. »...
Page 61 Changing from the FAX ONLY mode to the EXT.TAM Change the AUTO RECEIVE setting from the FAX ONLY mode to the EXT.TAM mode. Press (MENU). Display: SYSTEM SET UP Press , then AUTO RECEIVE Press (START/COPY/SET). MODE=FAXonly[ Press to select EXT.TAM. MODE=EXT.TAM[ ¡To return to the FAX ONLY mode, select FAXonly.
Page 62 Receiving Faxes EXT.TAM mode Securing the remote operation for the answering machine (remote TAM activation Set the same remote access code on the answering machine to the facsimile unit as the remote TAM activation ID. Important: ¡This ID should be different from the fax activation code to prevent the facsimile unit from activating the fax function when you operate the answering machine from a remote location using the remote access code (see page 68).
Page 63 TEL/FAX mode! (receiving voice calls but not hearing rings when a fax is received) Use this mode when you wish to receive voice calls with rings, but do not want the unit to ring when faxes are received. When a call is received, the unit will work as follows. The unit will automatically answer the line without ringing.
Page 64 Receiving Faxes TEL/FAX mode (cont.) Hints for using the TEL/FAX » If an extension telephone is connected, the facsimile unit and the extension telephone will ring as follows. The extension telephone will ring twice. TEL/FAX ring count If a fax calling tone (slow beep) is detected, the unit will automatically activate the fax function to receive documents without ringing.
Page 65 Setting the TEL/FAX mode ring This feature determines the number of rings before the unit automatically answers a call in the TEL/FAX mode. You can choose from 1 to 4 rings. Press (MENU). Display: SYSTEM SET UP Press , then TEL/FAX RING Press (START/COPY/SET).
Page 66: Distinctive Ring
Receiving Faxes Distinctive ring service! This feature can only be used by those who subscribe to a distinctive ring pattern service from their telephone company. For more information on the availability of this service, please contact your telephone company before setting this feature to ON. What is the distinctive ring The distinctive ring service gives you up to 3 phone numbers on a single telephone line, each having a different ringing pattern.
Page 67 Setting the distinctive ringing pattern assigned for Program the ringing pattern of the facsimile number that is assigned by your telephone company. Press (MENU). Display: SYSTEM SET UP Press , then RING DETECTION Press (START/COPY/SET). MODE=OFF Press to select the ringing pattern assigned to the facsimile number.
Page 68 Receiving Faxes Using an extension telephone to receive fax messages! If you have an extension telephone connected to your facsimile unit or on the same line, it is possible to receive a manual fax message. Using the extension telephone, dial the fax activation code. You do not have to go to the facsimile unit and press (START/COPY/SET).
Page 69 Receive polling! (retrieving faxes placed on another machine) The polling feature allows you to receive a document from another compatible machine where you pay for the call. This saves the sending party the call charges. To place a call and recover a document from another machine, follow the steps below. Make sure that no documents have been fed into your unit and that the other party’s machine is ready for your call.
Page 70 Receiving Faxes Film/Paper save! Use this feature if you wish to save ﬁlm and recording paper when receiving two or more faxed pages. When this feature is ON, the unit will reduce documents to half their length and print out two pages of documents on one page.
Page 71 Extending paper save documents to normal Use this feature to enlarge a document to twice the length of the paper that is currently being used in the paper tray. This feature is used to reverse the ﬁlm/paper save function (see page 70). Sample of an enlarged copy: When you wish to enlarge the top half of the document: Original document...
Page 72 Receiving Faxes Receiving other sizes of When the size of the documents sent by the other party is as large as, or larger than the recording paper, the unit can reduce each page of the document and print it out on the recording paper by programming a suitable reduction rate.
Page 73 Setting the silent (when receiving faxes from older fax machines) This feature allows the facsimile unit to activate the fax function automatically when a silent pause longer than 4 seconds is detected in the EXT.TAM mode. Helpful hints: ¡If you wish to receive documents from stations that do not send a calling tone after dialing, activate this feature.
Page 74 Receiving Faxes Setting the memory reception When received documents are stored into memory, the unit will alert you with beep tones. If you hear slow beeps, clear the printing problem or supply paper to print the stored documents. The beep tones will stop. Press (MENU).
Page 75 Signaling your pager when you receive a This feature allows your unit to call your pager when your unit receives a fax message. Press (MENU). Display: SYSTEM SET UP Press , then FAX PAGER Press (START/COPY/SET). MODE=OFF Press to select “ON”. MODE=ON ¡If this feature is not required, select “OFF”.
Page 76 Receiving Faxes Film detection! If this feature is activated, the display will show the following message when the remaining ﬁlm prints approx. 15 letter size documents. Display: FILM NEAR EMPTY ¡If you are using regular ﬁlm (100 m roll), the unit will also print a report. Press (MENU).
Page 77 Making a copy! Any transmittable document can be copied. Open the document feeder tray. Insert the document (up to 15 sheets) FACE DOWN until a beep tone is heard. Adjust the width of the document guides. Press (RESOLUTION) repeatedly to the desired setting, if needed (see page 44).
Page 78 Copying Copy reduction! When you copy documents that are longer than the recording paper, the unit can reduce the original document by programming a suitable reduction rate. The reduction rate is determined by the size of the recording paper and original document. Recommended reduction rate Mode Size of recording paper...
Page 79 Connecting to a To run the Multi-Function Center software, you need the following software and hardware. ¡IBM PC 386, or higher, or compatible meeting all AT bus speciﬁcations (DX 33Mhz minimum recommended) ¡Microsoft Windows 3.1, 3.11 or Windows 95 ¡Hard Disk drive with at least fourteen (14) MB of available storage ¡RS232C Serial Port Note: ¡The unit cannot print on envelopes.
Page 80 Setup Installing the Multi-Function Center Start Windows 3.1/3.11/95 and close all applications. Insert disk #1 into disk drive A (or B). Windows 95 users: Click Start and select Run..Windows 3.1 or 3.11 users: From the Program Manager, click File and select Run...
Page 81: Printer Functions
Setup Main functions! The Multi-Function Center is an application that allows you to use your facsimile unit as a printer, scanner and copier with Windows. Printer functions ¡Printing documents from Windows 3.1, 3.11 or Windows 95 (See pages 83 and 84.) ¡Printing received documents (See page 89.) Fax functions ¡Personal information database for fax and phone numbers (See page 82.)
Page 82: Address Book
Address Book Personal information database for fax and phone numbers! The Address Book is your personal information database for fax and phone numbers. To make the Address Book: Windows 95 Users: Select the Start button. Point to Programs, point to Multi-Function Center, then click Address Book.
Page 83 Using as a printer! You can print documents created from a Windows application. Select Panasonic MFC Print as your printer. Printing documents from Windows For example, to print from Microsoft Word, proceed as follows. Open the document you wish to print. Select Print from the File menu.
Page 84 Printer Using as a printer Printing documents from Windows For example, to print from Microsoft Word, proceed as follows. Open the document you wish to print. Select Print from the File menu. ¡The Print dialog box will appear. <Fig. 1> Select the Setup button.
Page 85 Sending documents! You can access the fax function from a Windows application by using the Print command in the File menu. Select Panasonic MFC Fax as your printer. Sending documents from Windows To send a document created from Microsoft Word, proceed as follows. Open the document you wish to send.
Page 86 PC Fax Sending documents Sending documents from Windows For example, to send documents created from Microsoft Word, proceed as follows. Open the document you wish to send. Select Print from the File menu. Select the Setup button. ¡The Setup dialog box will appear. Select Panasonic MFC Fax from the Speciﬁc Printer ﬁeld and then select Options.
Page 87 Receiving faxes on your Setting up receiving faxes on your If you wish to receive faxes on your PC automatically, turn on the AUTO RECEIVE mode on the facsimile unit by pressing (AUTO\RECEIVE) or use the MANUAL RECEIVE mode set to TEL/FAX. Start Windows.
Page 88 PC Receiving Viewing faxes on your To view a fax in your Inbox Select the fax you wish to view from the Inbox window. <Fig. 1> Select View from the File menu of the Message Center Inbox window or click the VIEW button on the toolbar.
Page 89 Printing received Select the document you wish to print from the Inbox window. Select Print from the File menu or the PRINT button from the toolbar. <Fig. 1> ¡The Print dialog box will appear. <Fig. 2> If you want to change your selected printer or print setup, select Setup.
Page 90: Using The
Send from Fax Faxing a document from the facsimile unit using the Place the document(s) on your machine. <Fig. 1> Windows 95 Users: Select the Start button. Point to Programs, point to Multi-Function Center, then click Send From Fax. Windows 3.1/3.11 Users: Double click Send From Fax in the Multi-Function Center program group.
Page 91 Using your fax machine as a Your facsimile unit can be used as a scanner enabling you to incorporate image ﬁles into other Windows applications. The scanned ﬁle can be saved as a Panasonic .ALA (image) ﬁle (see note below), a .TIF, .PCX, .DCX, or .BMP ﬁle.
Page 92: More Information
More Information link! (turning PC related functions on/off) If you do not want to be disturbed by incoming faxes when using the PC, but want to receive faxes directly to your facsimile machine, do one of the following. —Pause your Inbox on the PC. —Turn off the PC LINK on the facsimile unit.
Page 93 List of Multi-Function applications and help instructions! To obtain information about the Multi-Function Center applications, use the help function. For help, follow these steps. For Windows 95 Users: 1. Click the Start button. 2. Click Programs. 3. Click Multi-Function Center. 4.
Page 94 More Information Applications Functions Message Center ¡Cover page—Creating and Set up ¡Setting Up Your Personal Information—PC Fax Logo, Telephone Number, and Night Delivery Time ¡Time/Date stamp on received faxes ¡Resending a fax ¡Automatically printing incoming faxes ¡Loading the Message Center automatically Received Faxes ¡Inbox Activity Log ¡Automatically deleting your faxes after printing...
Page 95: Error Messages
Error messages on printed When a problem has occurred, one of the following messages will be printed on the transmission and journal reports. PRINTED MESSAGE CODE COMMUNICATION ERROR 41–72 DOCUMENT JAMMED — ERROR-NOT YOUR UNIT — MEMORY FULL — NO DOCUMENT —...
Page 96: Error Messages On The Lcd
Error Messages Error messages on the LCD If the unit detects a problem, one or more of the following messages will appear on the display. DISPLAY MESSAGE ¡There is something wrong with the unit. Contact our service personnel (p. 122). CALL SERVICE ¡The front cover is open.
Page 97 DISPLAY MESSAGE ¡The unit is checking if the ﬁlm is set correctly. Wait for a while. PLEASE WAIT ¡The other fax machine does not have a polling feature. Check with the other POLLING ERROR party. ¡The receiving unit is busy or ran out of recording paper. Try again. REDIAL TIME OUT ¡The document is jammed.
Page 98 Operations When a function does not work, check here before requesting help! General PROBLEM I cannot make and receive calls. I cannot make calls. The main unit does not work. The handset does not work. The main unit does not ring. The handset does not ring.
Page 99: Fax Transmission
General (cont.) PROBLEM You cannot store a telephone number in memory. While storing a telephone number, the unit starts to ring. (LOCATOR/INTERCOM) does not function. The TALK/BATT LOW indicator ﬂashes slowly or the unit beeps intermittently. You charged the battery fully, but the TALK/BATT LOW indicator ﬂashes slowly.
Page 100: Fax Reception
Operations When a function does not work, check here before requesting help (cont.) Fax reception PROBLEM I cannot receive documents. I cannot receive documents automatically. The recording image is faint. The printing quality is poor. A blank sheet is ejected after the received documents are printed out.
Page 101 In the EXT.TAM mode PROBLEM I cannot receive documents automatically. I cannot receive voice messages. I cannot retrieve voice messages recorded on the answering machine from a remote location. The greeting message on your answering machine is interrupted halfway and the caller cannot leave a voice message.
Page 102: Requesting Help
Operations When a function does not work, check here before requesting help (cont.)! Multi-Function Center PROBLEM I cannot install the Multi-Function Center software. The Multi-Function Center does not work. The facsimile unit cannot print documents from your PC. For Assistance, Call 1-800-435-7329 CAUSE &...
Page 103 Multi-Function Center (cont.) PROBLEM The facsimile unit cannot print the documents received on your Documents are received by the facsimile unit but I want to receive them on the PC. Documents are received on the PC but I want to receive them on the facsimile unit.
Page 104 Operations Error codes on the PC when using the Multi-Function Center! When using the Multi-Function Center software and an error occurs when the printer or scanner function is initiated, an 8 digit error code will be displayed on the status log window. See the printer 8 digit error code below.
Page 105 » Error code for “Scanner not ready.”: For example: If “1” appears in the 8 digit code, see the corresponding instructions and solve the problem. e.g. When “Scanner not ready. Error code=00010000” is displayed on the Status Log window: Cause & remedy—The top cover is open. Close it. For Assistance, Call 1-800-435-7329 Document feed: When this digit is “1”, the document is not fed into...
Page 106: Power Failure
Power Failure If a power failure occurs—this is what ¡The unit will not function. ¡Transmission and reception will be interrupted. Check the transactions by printing a journal report. ¡If fax documents are stored in memory, they will be lost. When power is restored, a power-down report will be printed out stating which contents in memory have been erased.
Page 107 Clearing a recording paper If the unit does not eject any recording paper during reception or copying, the recording paper has jammed. Remove the jammed paper by following the display message on this page and page 108. When paper has jammed under the ﬁlm The display will show the following message.
Page 108 Jams Replace the ﬁlm cartridge by matching the blue label side of the cartridge with that on the unit. Close the front cover securely by pushing down on both ends. When paper has jammed near the recording paper entrance! The display will show the following message. CHECK PAPER Remove the jammed paper as follows.
Page 109 When a document you are sending If the unit does not release the original document during feeding, remove the document as follows. Slide the front cover open lever forward to unlock the front cover and lift to open. Remove the jammed document carefully. Close the front cover securely by pushing down on both ends.
Page 110: Ink Film
Ink Film Checking how much ﬁlm you have To check the amount of remaining ﬁlm, press (FILM\REMAINING) while the unit is idle. The display indicates the approximate amount of remaining ﬁlm. FILM E When the ﬁlm indicator points to this position, the remaining ﬁlm will print up to FILM E 25 pages of letter size documents.
Page 111 Insert the blue gear into the blue core of the new ﬁlm. Insert the three green gears into the remaining cores of the new ﬁlm. Insert the ﬁlm into the cartridge so that the blue gear matches the blue label on the cartridge. Lock the four gears of the ﬁlm by (A) pushing back the top side gears and (B) pulling the bottom side gears forward until they lock into...
Page 112 Battery Optional spare battery! When the handset battery needs charging, replace it with a fully charged optional spare battery. This prevents having to wait for the handset battery to recharge. Please purchase a Panasonic P-P592 (KX-A92) battery and install it in the main unit to charge. To order, call toll free 1-800-332-5368. Installing the spare battery in the main Open the battery cover on the main unit by pushing the tab and lifting the cover.
Page 113 Replacing the handset battery with the spare To prevent memory loss, replace the battery within 5 minutes. Press the marked portion to unlock and slide the battery cover to remove it. Remove the battery. A Remove the spare battery from the main unit. B Insert the handset battery in the main unit observing the proper polarity.
Page 114 Cleaning Cleaning the document If misfeeding occurs frequently or dirty patterns or black bands appear on a copied or transmitted document, clean the document feeder rollers, sub roller, rubber ﬂap, white plate and glass. Disconnect the power cord and the telephone line cord.
Page 115 Cleaning Cleaning the charge contacts! Clean the main unit and the handset charge contacts with a dry soft cloth once a month, or the battery may not charge properly. Charge contacts Charge contacts For Assistance, Call 1-800-435-7329...
Page 116: Display Contrast
Display Contrast Changing the LCD display Use this feature to adjust the display contrast. NORMAL: (Pre-selected setting) DARKER: Used when the display contrast is too light. Press (MENU). Display: SYSTEM SET UP Press , then LCD CONTRAST Press (START/COPY/SET). MODE=NORMAL [ Press to select the desired setting.
Page 117: Features Summary
Summary of user programmable Basic features Code Feature SET DATE & TIME YOUR LOGO YOUR TELEPHONE NUMBER PRINT TRANSMISSION REPORT AUTO RECEIVE MODE FAX RING COUNT MANUAL RECEIVE MODE TEL/FAX DELAYED RING REMOTE TAM ACTIVATION DIALING MODE PC LINK MEMORY TRANSMISSION Advanced features Code Feature...
Page 118 Reset Resetting the advanced Use this feature to return the advanced features (see page 117) to their initial settings. Press (MENU). Display: SYSTEM SET UP Press , then SET DEFAULT Press (START/COPY/SET). RESET=NO Press to select “YES”. RESET=YES Press (START/COPY/SET). RESET OK? ¡If this feature is not required, press (STOP).
Page 119: Print Reports
Fax history, autodial list, feature settings, caller ID You can print out the following reports/lists from your unit. Feature list—provides you with the current settings of the basic and advanced programming features (see page 117). Telephone number list—provides you with telephone numbers and their station names which are stored in automatic dialing.
Page 120: Fcc Information
FCC Information List of FCC requirements and If required by the telephone company, inform them of the following. ¡FCC Registration No.: (found on the bottom of the unit) ¡Ringer Equivalence No.: (found on the bottom of the unit) ¡The particular telephone line to which the equipment is connected.
Page 121: Limited Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Facsimile Products Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”), will repair this product with new or refurbished parts, free of charge, in the USA or Puerto Rico for one (1) year from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
Page 122 Warranty Servicenter Directory! OPERATION ASSISTANCE ¡ DIAL TOLL FREE: 1-800-HELP-FAX (1-800-435-7329) (9:00am–8:00pm Monday–Friday, EST) PRODUCT INFORMATION LITERATURE REQUESTS ¡ Customer Satisfaction Center 2F-3, One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (Headquarters) 201-348-9090 (9:00am–8:00pm Monday–Friday, EST) ACCESSORY PURCHASES 1-800-332-5368 (Consumer orders only) Panasonic Services Company Accessory Order Office, 20421-84th Avenue South Kent, WA 98032 (6:00am–6:00pm Monday–Friday, 6:00am–10:30am Saturday, PST) (Visa, Mastercard, Discover card, American Express, Check)
Page 123 Warranty Notes for product service and shipping the product! For product service ¡Servicenters are listed on page 122. ¡Call toll free 1-800-545-2672 for the location of an authorized servicenter. When you ship the product ¡Carefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton. ¡Attach a letter, detailing the symptom or problem, to the outside of the carton.
Page 124: Main Unit
Speciﬁcations Technical data about this » Main unit 1. Applicable Lines: 2. Document Size: 3. Effective Scanning Width: 4. Recording Paper Size: 5. Effective Printing Width: 6. Transmission Time*: 7. Scanning Density: 8. Halftone Level: 9. Scanner Type: 10. Printer Type: 11.
Page 125 Place to write information you have stored in automatic dialing! Memory station list for the handset Station Name/Telephone No. One-touch dialing list for the main unit Direct call Name/Telephone No. Station No. Station Name/Telephone No. Direct call Name/Telephone No. Station No. 10 ((LOWER) 1) 11 ((LOWER) 2) 12 ((LOWER) 3)
Page 126 Directory Speed dialing list for the main unit Station Name/Telephone No. Station Name/Telephone No. Station Name/Telephone No.
Page 127 Index! Acceptable documents RRRRRRRR 47 Address Book RRRRRRRRR 80, 82, 93 Advanced features RRRRRRRRR 117 ResettingRRRRRRRRRRRRR 118 Automatic dialing RRRRRR 37, 38, 39, 45 AUTO RECEIVE button RRR 56, 57, 59, 61 AUTO RECEIVE mode RRRRR 57, 59, 61 AUTO button RRRRRRRRRRR 38, 39 Basic features RRRRRRRRRRR 117 Caller ID RRRRRRRRRRRRR 33, 34 CH button RRRRRRRRRRRRRR 30...
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