Panasonic Kx Fg2451 Operating Instruction Manual

							Please read these Operating 
Instructions before using the unit 
and save for future reference.
This model is designed to be 
used only in the U.S.A.
Operating Instructions
2.4 GHz Cordless Phone System
with FAX and Copier
Model No.KX-FG2451
FOR FAX ADVANTAGE ASSISTANCE:
— REFER TO  
www.panasonic.com/helpfax
for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto 
Rico
— E-MAIL TO 
[email protected]
for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto 
Rico
— PHONE CALL 
1-800-HELP-FAX (1-800-435-7329)
Charge the battery for about 
6 hours before initial use.
This unit is compatible with 
Caller ID. To use this feature, 
you must subscribe to the 
appropriate service of your 
service provider. 
						

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Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic fax machine.
Things you should keep a record of
Attach your sales receipt here.
For your future reference
Caution:
LThe Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other 
electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin 
at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent 
and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone 
number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may 
not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.)
In order to program this information into your fax machine, you should complete the instructions on page 18 to 
page 19.
LNote that the images of copied or received documents will remain on the used ink film. Use discretion when 
disposing of the used ink film.
LDo not rub or use an eraser on the printed side of recording paper, as the print may smear.
Energy Star:
LAs an 
ENERGY STA R® Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGYSTA R  
guidelines for energy efficiency. 
ENERGYSTAR is a U.S. registered mark.
Trademarks:
LHammermill is a registered trademark of INTERNATIONAL PAPER in the United States and/or other countries.
LAll other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.
Copyright:
LThis 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.
© 2006 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Date of purchase
Serial number (found on the rear of the unit)
Dealer’s name and address
Dealer’s telephone number 
						

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Important Information Safe ty  I ns tr uc ti ons
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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.
3. Unplug this unit from power outlets before cleaning. 
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
4. Do not use this unit near water, for example near a 
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, etc.
5. Place the unit securely on a stable surface. Serious 
damage and/or injury may result if the unit falls.
6. Do not cover slots and openings on the unit. They are 
provided for ventilation and protection against 
overheating. Never place the unit near radiators, or in 
a place where proper ventilation is not provided.
7. Use only the power source marked on the unit. If you 
are not sure of the type of power supplied to your 
home, consult your dealer or local power company.
8. For safety purposes this unit is equipped with a 
grounded plug. If you do not have this type of outlet, 
please have one installed. Do not defeat this safety 
feature by tampering with the plug.
9. Do not place objects on the power cord. Install the 
unit where no one can step or trip on the cord.
10. Do not overload power outlets and extension cords. 
This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
11. Never push any objects through slots in this unit. This 
may result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Never 
spill any liquid on the unit.
12. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not 
disassemble this unit. Take the unit to an authorized 
service center when service is required. Opening or 
removing covers may expose you to dangerous 
voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can 
cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently 
used.
13. Unplug this unit from power outlets and refer 
servicing to an authorized service center when the 
following conditions occur:
A. When the power cord is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the unit.
C. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the unit does not work normally by following the 
operating instructions. Adjust only controls 
covered by the operating instructions. Improper 
adjustment may require extensive work by an 
authorized service center.
E. If the unit has been dropped or physically 
damaged.
F. If the unit exhibits a distinct change in 
performance.
14. During thunderstorms, avoid using telephones 
except cordless types. There may be a remote risk of 
an electric shock from lightning.15. Do not use this unit to report a gas leak, when in the 
vicinity of the leak.SAVE THESE 
INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Installation
LNever install telephone wiring during a lightning 
storm.
LNever install telephone jacks in wet locations unless 
the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
LNever touch uninsulated telephone wires or 
terminals unless the telephone line has been 
disconnected at the network interface.
LUse caution when installing or modifying telephone 
lines.
LDo not touch the plug with wet hands.
LConsult the manufacturer of any personal medical 
devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids, to 
determine if they are adequately shielded from 
external RF (radio frequency) energy. (The unit 
operates in the frequency range of 2.4 GHz to 2.48 
GHz, and the power output level can range from 0.04 
to 0.1 watts.) Do not use the unit in health care 
facilities if any regulations posted in the area instruct 
you not to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities 
may be using equipment that could be sensitive to 
external RF (radio frequency) energy.
Battery
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and 
follow these instructions.
LUse only the battery(ies) specified.
LDo not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may 
explode. Check with local waste management codes 
for special disposal instructions.
LDo not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released 
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause burns or injury 
to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if 
swallowed.
LExercise care when handling the battery(ies). Do not 
allow conductive materials such as rings, bracelets 
or keys to touch the battery(ies), otherwise a short 
circuit may cause the battery(ies) and/or the 
conductive material to overheat and cause burns.
LCharge the battery(ies) provided with or identified for 
use with this product only in accordance with the 
instructions and limitations specified in this manual.
LOnly use rechargeable battery(ies). If you install non-
rechargeable battery(ies) and start charging them, 
the battery(ies) may leak electrolyte.
WARNING:
LTo prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not 
expose this product to rain or any type of moisture.
LUnplug this unit from power outlets if it emits smoke, 
an abnormal smell or makes unusual noise. These  
						

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that smoke has stopped and contact an authorized 
service center.
For Bes t Pe rfo r ma nce
For best performance
Location and noise
The base unit and cordless handset use radio waves to 
communicate with each other. For maximum distance 
and noise-free operation, we recommend the following:
LPlacing the unit away from electrical appliances such 
as a TV, personal computer or another cordless 
phone.
LPlacing the unit in a HIGH and CENTRAL location 
with no obstructions such as walls.
LRaising the antenna vertically.
LIf you use the cordless handset near a microwave 
oven which is being used, noise may be heard from 
the receiver or the speaker. Move away from the 
microwave oven and closer to the base unit.
LIf you use the cordless handset near another 
cordless phone’s base unit, noise may be heard. 
Move away from the other cordless phone’s base unit 
and closer to your base unit.
Environment
LKeep the unit away from electrical noise generating 
devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.
LThe unit should be kept free from dust, high 
temperature and vibration.
LThe unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
LDo not place heavy objects on top of the unit.
LWhen you leave the unit unused for a long period of 
time, unplug this unit from power outlet.
LThe unit should be kept away from heat sources such 
as heaters, kitchen stoves, etc. Damp basements 
should also be avoided.
LThe maximum calling distance may be shortened 
when the unit is used in the following places: Near 
obstacles such as hills, tunnels, undergrounds, near 
metal objects such as wire fences, etc.
LOperating near 2.4 GHz electrical appliances may 
cause interference. Move away from the electrical 
appliances.
Routine care
LWipe the outer surface of the unit with a soft cloth. Do 
not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder. 
						

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1.  Ta ble of Contents1. Introduction and Installation
Accessories
1.1 Included accessories .....................................7
1.2 Accessory information ...................................7
Finding the Controls
1.3 Button descriptions of the base unit ..............8
1.4 Button descriptions of the cordless handset..9
1.5 Overview .....................................................10
Installation
1.6 Ink film .........................................................11
1.7 Paper tray ....................................................12
1.8 Paper support ..............................................13
1.9 Recording paper ..........................................13
1.10 Battery installation / replacement ................14
1.11 Headset (optional) .......................................14
2. Preparation
Connections and Setup
2.1 Connections ................................................15
2.2 Battery charge .............................................15
2.3 Quick Setup .................................................16
Help Button
2.4 Base unit help function ................................16
Vo l u m e
2.5 Adjusting cordless handset volume .............17
2.6 Adjusting base unit volume..........................17
Initial Programming
2.7 Date and time ..............................................18
2.8 Your logo......................................................18
2.9 Your fax number ..........................................19
3. Telephone
Making and Answering Calls
3.1 Making phone calls......................................20
3.2 Answering phone calls.................................21
Automatic Dialing
3.3 Storing names and telephone numbers into the 
phonebook...................................................22
3.4 Making a phone call using the phonebook ..22
3.5 Editing a stored item....................................23
3.6 Erasing a stored item ..................................23
3.7 One touch dial (Base unit only) ...................24
3.8 Copying phonebook items ...........................24
Caller ID
3.9 Caller ID service ..........................................25
3.10 Viewing and calling back .............................25
3.11 Caller ID number auto edit feature ..............26
3.12 Erasing caller information ............................27
3.13 Storing caller information into the phonebook
....................................................................27
Other Features
3.14 Intercom ......................................................28
3.15 Transferring a call ........................................28
4. Fax
Sending Faxes
4.1 Sending a fax manually ................................29
4.2 Document requirements ...............................30
4.3 Sending a fax using the phonebook and one 
touch dial ......................................................30
4.4 Broadcast transmission ................................31
Receiving Faxes
4.5 Selecting the way to use your fax machine ..32
4.6 Receiving a fax manually – Auto answer OFF
.....................................................................33
4.7 Receiving a fax automatically – Auto answer 
ON................................................................34
4.8 Junk fax prohibitor (preventing fax reception 
from undesired callers).................................35
5. Distinctive Ring
Distinctive Ring
5.1 Distinctive Ring service ................................36
5.2 Using two or more phone numbers on a single 
telephone line ...............................................36
5.3 Using three or more phone numbers on a 
single telephone line ....................................36
5.4 Programming the ring pattern assigned for fax
.....................................................................36
6. Copy
Copying
6.1 Making a copy ..............................................37
7. Answering Machine
Greeting
7.1 Recording your greeting message ...............39
Incoming Messages
7.2 Listening to recorded messages using the 
base unit.......................................................40
7.3 Listening to recorded messages using the 
cordless handset ..........................................40
Memo Message
7.4 Leaving a message for others or yourself ....41
Remote Operation
7.5 Operating from a remote location.................42
8. Programmable Features
Features (Base unit)
8.1 Base unit programming ................................43
Features (Cordless handset)
8.2 Cordless handset programming ...................43
Features
8.3 Basic features ..............................................44
8.4 Advanced features .......................................46
8.5 Other features (Cordless handset only) .......50 
						

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9. Option
Cordless handset Registration
9.1 Re-registering the cordless handset............52
10.Help
Error Messages
10.1 Error messages – Reports ..........................53
10.2 Error messages – Display ...........................54
Troubleshooting
10.3 When a function does not work, check here56
11.Maintenance
Jams
11.1 Recording paper jams .................................63
11.2 Document jams ...........................................64
Cleaning
11.3 Document feeder/recording paper feeder/
scanner glass cleaning ................................65
11.4 Thermal head cleaning ................................66
12.General Information
Printed Reports
12.1 Reference lists and reports (Base unit only)67
Specifications
12.2 Specifications ..............................................67
FCC and Other Information
12.3 FCC and Other Information .........................69
Limited Warranty
12.4 Limited Warranty .........................................71
Customer Services
12.5 Customer Services directory .......................73
13.Index
13.1 Index...........................................................  74 
						

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Acc ess orie s
1.1 Included accessories
*1 Part numbers are subject to change without notice.
*2 No need to install when using letter size paper.
Note:
LIf any items are missing or damaged, contact the 
place of purchase.
LSave the original carton and packing materials for 
future shipping and transportation of the unit.
1.2 Accessory information
Accessories for this unit can be ordered online, by fax, or 
by telephone.
Please note that headset orders can be accepted via the 
internet.
–Replacement film
*1 (Model No./Part No. KX-
FA91): 25 m (82') × 2 rolls (Each roll will print about 
80 letter-sized pages.)
–Battery (Model No./Part No. HHR-P105A)
–Headset (Model No./Part No. KX-TCA60, KX-
TCA86, KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, KX-
TCA98): Allows hands-free telephone 
conversations.
–Belt clip (Model No./Part No. PQKE10393Z6)
*1 To ensure the unit operates properly, we 
recommend using the Panasonic replacement 
film. The ink film is not reusable. Do not 
rewind and use the ink film again.
To place an order online (for customers in the U.S.A. 
ONLY)
Visit our web site:
http://www.panasonic.com/kx-fa91
LFor questions regarding online orders:
E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone: 1-866-888-2929
To place an order by fax (replacement film and 
battery only)
Fax: 1-800-237-9080
Include:
– your name, shipping address and telephone number
– credit card type, number, expiration date and your 
signature
– part number and quantity
To place an order by telephone (replacement film 
and battery only)
Telephone: 1-800-332-5368
(Monday - Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.) 1Telephone line cord
(PFJA02B002Y)
*12Cordless handset
3Battery
(HHR-P105)
*14Paper tray
(PFKS1147Z1)*1
5Paper support
(PFUS1704Z)*16Starter ink film
(10 meters long)
7Operating instructions
(PFQX2417Z)
*18Quick installation guide
(PFQW2453Z)*1
9A4 paper guide
(PFKR1103Z1)*1*2 
						

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Finding  the  Con trols
1.3 Button descriptions of the 
base unit
A{MIC}(Microphone)
LThe built-in microphone.
B{GREETING REC}
LTo record a greeting message (page 39).
C{GREETING CHECK}
LTo check a greeting message (page 39).
D{MEMO}
LTo record a memo message (page 41).
E{ERASE}
LTo erase messages (page 39, 40).
F{AUTO ANSWER}
LTo turn the auto answer setting ON/OFF (page 
33, 34).
G{PLAYBACK}
LTo play messages (page 40).
H{REDIAL}{PA U S E}
LTo redial the last number dialed from the base 
unit.
LTo insert a pause during dialing.
I{FLASH}{CALL WAIT}
LTo access special telephone services such as 
call waiting (page 25) or for transferring extension 
calls.
LThe flash time can be changed (feature #72 or 
feature 052 on page 49).
J{CALLER ID}
LTo use Caller ID features (page 25).
K{STOP}
LTo stop an operation or programming session.
LTo erase a character/number (page 18). Press 
and hold to erase all characters/numbers.
L{LOCATOR}{INTERCOM}
LTo make/answer intercom calls (page 28).
LTo locate the cordless handset (page 28).
LTo put a call on hold (page 21).
M{HELP}
LTo print helpful information for reference 
purposes (page 16).
N{MENU}
LTo start or exit programming.
O{PHONEBOOK}{VOL U ME}
LTo adjust volume (page 17).
LTo search for a stored item (page 23, 30).
P{SET}
LTo store a setting during programming.
Q{TONE}
LTo change from pulse to tone temporarily during 
dialing when your line has rotary pulse service. 
You can also use tone dial service by changing 
feature #13 or feature 051 on page 45.
R{MUTE}
LTo mute your voice during a conversation. Press 
again to resume the conversation.
S{SP-PHONE}
LFor speakerphone operation.
T{FAX START}
LTo send or receive a fax.
U{COPY}
LTo copy a document (page 37).
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1.4 Button descriptions of the 
cordless handset
ASoft keys
LTwo soft keys are used to select the functions 
displayed directly above each key.
Example:
B{TA L K}
LTo make/answer calls (page 20, 21).
CNavigator
LTo adjust volume (page 17).
LTo search for a stored item (page 22).
D{SP-PHONE}
LFor speakerphone operation.
E{TONE}
LTo change from pulse to tone temporarily during 
dialing when your line has rotary pulse service. 
You can also use tone dial service by changing 
feature #13 or feature 051 on page 45.
F{PA U S E}{REDIAL}
LTo redial one of the last 5 numbers dialed from 
the cordless handset (page 20).
LTo insert a pause during dialing.
G{MENU}
LTo start programming.
H{OFF}
LTo hang up (page 20, 21).
LTo stop an operation or programming.
I{MUTE}{CLEAR}
LTo mute your voice during a conversation. Press 
again to resume the conversation.LTo erase a character/number (page 22). Press 
and hold to erase all characters/numbers.
J{HOLD}{INTERCOM}
LTo make/answer intercom calls (page 28).
LTo put a call on hold (page 20).
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1.5 Overview
1.5.1 Base unit
Removing the shipping tape
1.5.2 Cordless handset
1 CHARGE indicator
2 Document guides
3 Paper tray
4 Metal recording paper guide
5 Paper support
6 Recording paper exit
7 Recording paper entrance
8 Antenna
9 Microphone
j Front cover
k Document entrance
l Document exit
m Speaker
n Green button (Back cover release button)
o Back cover
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1Antenna
2Ringer indicator
Message indicator
3Receiver
4Microphone
5Headset jack
6Speaker
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