Panasonic Kx Fg2451 Operating Instruction Manual

							1. Introduction and Installation
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Installa tion
1.6 Ink film
The included film roll is a starter ink film.
1.6.1 Installing the ink film
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Open the front cover.
2Release the back cover by pushing the green button 
(1).
3Open the back cover.
4Insert the blue gear of the ink film roll into the front 
left slot of the unit (2) and the white gear of the ink 
film roll into the rear left slot of the unit (3).
LThe ink film is safe to touch and will not rub off on 
your hands like carbon paper.LMake sure the blue gear (2) and white gear (3)
are installed as shown.
5Turn the blue gear (4) in the direction of the arrow 
until the ink film is tight (5) and at least one layer of 
ink film is wrapped around the blue core (6).
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6Close the back cover securely by pushing down on 
the dotted area at both ends (7).
7Close the front cover securely.
1.7 Paper tray
Pull up the metal recording paper guide (1), then install 
the paper tray (2).
LMake sure the arrows on the paper tray and the unit 
match.
To use A4 size paper
LWhen you do not use the A4 paper guide, you can 
attach it to the back of the paper tray for storage. Correct
Incorrect
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Tight 1 turn
   No ink film is wrapped around the blue core.
Slack/Crease
Reverse
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Note:
LWhen you use letter paper, you do not need to 
install the A4 paper guide.
LChange the recording paper size to “A4” (feature 
#16 on page 45).
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1.8 Paper support
Hold open the paper support (1), then insert the ends 
into the holes on the paper tray (2).
1.9 Recording paper
The unit can hold up to 20 sheets of 60 g/m2 to 90 g/m2
(16 lb. to 24 lb.) paper.
Please refer to page 68 for more information on 
recording paper.
For superior results, we recommend Hammermill
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Jet Print paper.
1Fan the paper to prevent paper jams.
2Insert the paper gently, print-side down (1).
LDo not force the paper into the paper tray.
LIf the paper is not inserted correctly, remove all of 
the installed paper, and re-install it gently. 
Otherwise the paper may jam.
Note:
LRemove all of the installed paper before adding 
paper.
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1.10 Battery installation / 
replacement
1Press the notch on the battery cover firmly, and slide 
the cover.
2Installation:
Insert the battery (1), and press it down until it 
snaps into the compartment (2).
OR
Replacement:
Replace the old battery with a new one.
Important:
Please use only a Panasonic battery. See page 7 
for accessory information.
3Close the battery cover.
Attention:
A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers 
the product you have purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to 
recycle this battery.
1.11 Headset (optional)
Connecting an optional headset to the cordless handset 
allows hands-free phone conversations.
We recommend using a Panasonic headset. See 
page 7 for accessory information.
LModel shown is KX-TCA86.
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To switch to the speakerphone while using the 
headset:
Press {SP-PHONE}. To return to the headset, press 
{TA L K}. 
						

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Con nections  an d  Setup
2.1 Connections
Caution:
LWhen you operate this product, the power outlet 
should be near the product and easily 
accessible.
2.1.1 Base unit
Note:
LTo avoid malfunction, do not position the fax machine 
near appliances such as TVs or speakers which 
generate an intense magnetic field.
LIf any other device is connected to the same 
telephone line, this unit may disturb the network 
condition of the device.
Using surge protectors
LThe warranty does not cover damage due to power 
line surges or lightning. For additional protection, we 
recommend using surge protectors (3).
If the fax machine shares a single telephone line with 
a DSL service
Fax transmission/reception may be disturbed, noise 
interference may be heard during telephone 
conversations, or Caller ID (page 25) may not function 
properly. A filter to prevent this is provided by your 
provider. Please attach the filter to the telephone line 
cord of the unit.
2.2 Battery charge
Place the cordless handset on the cradle of the base unit 
for about 6 hours before initial use.
LThe unit will beep once, the [CHARGE] indicator (1)
will light, and “Charging” will be displayed on the 
cordless handset display.
LAfter the cordless handset is fully charged, 
displaying “Charge completed”, it may be left on 
the base unit without affecting the life of the battery.
Note:
LTo ensure the battery charges properly, clean the 
charge contacts of the cordless handset (2) and the 
charger (3) with a soft, dry cloth once a month. 
Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust, 
or high humidity.
Battery strength
Note:
LWhen the battery is low, the cordless handset beeps 
intermittently while it is in use.
Panasonic battery performance
It should last up to 5 hours while in use (in conversation).
It should last up to about 11 days while not in use (off the 
base unit).
It should last up to 3 hours while using the clarity booster 
feature (page 20).
Note:
LBattery power is consumed whenever the cordless 
handset is off the base unit, even when the cordless  1Telephone line cord
LConnect to a single telephone line jack (RJ11).
2Power cord
LConnect to a power outlet
(120 V, 60 Hz).
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Battery iconBattery strength
67779Fully charged
68779Medium
68879Low
LWhen flashing: Needs to 
be charged
68889Discharged
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cordless handset off the base unit, the shorter you 
can actually talk using the cordless handset.
LOnce the battery is fully charged, you should not 
charge it again until “Recharge battery” is 
displayed and/or 68879 flashes. This will maximize 
the battery life.
2.3 Quick Setup
You can print out the quick fax setup guide and select the 
desired receiving mode depending on your situation.
{1}“TAM/FAX” (default): Use as a telephone answering 
machine and/or fax (page 34).
{2}“DIST. RING”: With the Distinctive Ring service 
(page 36).
{3}“TEL ONLY”: Mostly phone calls (page 33).
{4}“FAX ONLY”: Use only as a fax (page 34).
1{MENU}i{#}{0}{0}i{SET}
2Press {SET} again to print the quick fax setup guide.
LIf you do not wish to print it, press {STOP}.
3Press {1} to {4} to display the desired setting. i
{SET}i{MENU}
H e lp  Bu tt on
2.4 Base unit help function
The unit contains helpful information on the following 
topics which can be printed for reference purposes, as 
follows:
–“FILM ORDER SHEET”
–“SEND GUIDE”
LThis information is announced by a voice guide 
and is not printed out.
–“BASIC SETTINGS”
–“FEATURE LIST”
–“TAM OPERATION”
–“FAX SND/RCV”
–“COPIER”
–“Q and A”
–“ERRORS”
–“REPORTS”
–“CALLER ID”
1{HELP}
2Press {>} repeatedly to display the desired item. 
i{SET}
{SET}
{STOP} {MENU}
{
SET}
{HELP}{>} 
						

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Vol um e
2.5 Adjusting cordless handset 
volume
Ringer volume
1.{MENU}i{1}{1}
2.Press {0} to {3} to select the desired volume.
{1} Low
{2} Medium
{3} High
{0} Off
3.{Save} (soft key 1)
To turn the ringer OFF
Press {0} to display “Off ?” in step 2.
LThe cordless handset will not ring for outside calls.
The cordless handset will ring at the low level for 
intercom calls.
LTo turn the ringer back ON, press {1},{2} or {3} in 
step 2.
To turn the ringer OFF temporarily
While the cordless handset is ringing for an outside call, 
you can turn the cordless handset ringer OFF 
temporarily by pressing {OFF}.
Ringer tone
LYou can select the cordless handset ringer tone from 
one of 7 patterns for outside calls (feature 12 on page 
45).
Cordless handset receiver volume
While using the receiver, press {V} or {^}.
Speaker volume
While using the speakerphone, press {V} or {^}.
2.6 Adjusting base unit volume
Ringer volume
While the unit is idle, press {A} or {B}.
LIf there are any documents in the document 
entrance, you cannot adjust the volume. Confirm that 
there are no documents in the entrance.
To turn the ringer OFF
Press {B} repeatedly to display “RINGER OFF= OK?”.
i{SET}
LThe base unit will not ring for outside calls.
The base unit will ring at the low level for intercom 
calls.
LTo turn the ringer back ON, press {A}.
Ringer tone
LYou can select the base unit ringer tone from one of 
3 patterns for outside calls (feature #17 on page 45).
Speaker volume
While using the speakerphone, press {A} or {B}.
{OFF} {MENU}
{^}{V}
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{SET}
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Initial P rogramming
2.7 Date and time
1{MENU}i{#}{0}{1}i{SET}
M:|
01/D:01/Y:06
TIME: 12:00AM
2Enter the current month/date/year/hour/minute by 
selecting 2 digits for each.
Example: August 10, 2006 10:15 PM (12 hour 
clock format)
1.Press {0}{8}{1}{0}{0}{6}{1}{0}{1}{5}.
M:|
08/D:10/Y:06
TIME: 10:15AM
2.Press {*} repeatedly to select “PM”.
3{SET}
4Press {MENU} to exit.
Note:
LThe other party’s fax machine will print the date and 
time on the top of each page you send according to 
your unit’s date and time setting.
To correct a mistake
Press {} to move the cursor to the incorrect 
number, and make the correction.
If you have subscribed to a Caller ID service
The date and time will be automatically set according to 
the received caller information.
LIf the time has not previously been set, Caller ID will 
not adjust the clock.
LYou can turn this feature OFF (feature #33 on page 
47).
2.8 Your logo
You can program your logo (name, company name, etc.) 
so that it appears on the top of each page sent.
1{MENU}i{#}{0}{2}i{SET}
LOGO=|
2Enter your logo, up to 30 characters. See the 
following character table for details. i{SET}
3Press {MENU} to exit.
To select characters with the dial keypad
Note:
LTo enter a character that is located on the same dial 
key as the previously entered character, you must 
first press {>} to move the cursor to the next space.
{SET}
{MENU}{}
KeypadCharacters
{1}&’ (), –. / 1
{2}abc ABC2
{3}def DEF3
{4}ghi GHI 4
{5}jklJKL5
{6}mnoMNO6
{7}pqr s PQRS7
{8}tuvTUV8
{9}wxyzWXYZ9
{0}0 (Space)
{*} @
{#}#
{MUTE}To insert a space.
{STOP}To delete a character.
{SET}{MUTE}
{STOP} {MENU}
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To enter your logo
Example: “BILL”
1.Press {2} 5 times.
LOGO=|
B
2.Press {4} 6 times.
LOGO=B|
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3.Press {5} 6 times.
LOGO=BI|
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4.Press {>} to move the cursor to the next space and 
press {5} 6 times.
LOGO=BIL|
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To correct a mistake
Press {} to move the cursor to the incorrect 
character, and make the correction.
LTo erase all of the characters, press and hold 
{STOP}.
2.9 Your fax number
You can program your fax number so that it appears on 
the top of each page sent.
1{MENU}i{#}{0}{3}i{SET}
NO.=|
2Enter your fax number, up to 20 digits.
LTo enter a “+”, press {*}.
LTo enter a space, press {#}.
LTo enter a hyphen, press {FLASH}.
LTo erase a number, press {STOP}.
3{SET}
4Press {MENU} to exit.
To correct a mistake
Press {} to move the cursor to the incorrect 
number, and make the correction.
LTo erase all of the numbers, press and hold {STOP}.
{SET}{FLASH}
{STOP}{MENU}
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3 Telep hone Making  a nd Answering Calls
3.1 Making phone calls
3.1.1 With the cordless handset
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Lift the cordless handset and press {TA L K}.
LTo make hands-free phone calls, press {SP-
PHONE}.
2Dial the telephone number.
3To hang up, press {OFF} or place the cordless 
handset on the base unit.
Note:
LWhile talking using {TA L K}, you can switch to a 
hands-free phone conversation by pressing {SP-
PHONE}. To switch back, press {TA L K}.
LYou can also dial by performing step 2 before step 1.
To mute your conversation
When the call is muted, you will be able to hear the other 
party but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Press {MUTE}.
LTo release the mute, press {MUTE}.
LWhen you switch between the receiver and the 
speaker (hands-free), the mute will be released.
Voice enhancer feature
This feature clarifies the voice of the person you are 
talking to, reproducing a more natural-sounding voice 
that is easier to hear and understand. You can turn this 
feature ON or OFF during a conversation.
1.Press {MENU} during an outside call.
2.Press {3} to turn ON or OFF.
LWhen turned ON, J will be displayed.
LThe selected setting will remain until changed.
Note:
LYou can also turn this feature ON or OFF through 
programming (feature 5 on page 50).
Clarity booster
This feature can improve sound clarity when the 
cordless handset is used in an area where there may be 
interference. During an outside call, this feature is turned 
ON automatically when necessary. This feature will turn OFF when you hang up or put a call on hold. It will not 
turn OFF automatically during a call. You can also turn 
this feature ON or OFF manually.
1.Press {MENU} during an outside call.
2.Press {2} to select “Booster on” or “Booster
off”.
LWhile this feature is turned on, “BOOST” will flash 
on the display.
Note:
LIf this feature is turned OFF manually during a call, it 
will not be turned ON automatically during the same 
call.
LWhile this feature is turned ON, battery performance 
will be shortened (page 15).
To put a call on hold
Press {HOLD}.
LTo release the hold, press {TA L K} or {SP-PHONE}
on the cordless handset or {SP-PHONE} on the 
base unit.
LIf a call is kept on hold for more than 6 minutes, 
beeps will start to sound and the ringer indicator (2)
will flash rapidly. After 4 additional minutes on hold, 
the call will be disconnected.
To redial the last number dialed from the cordless 
handset
Press {TA L K} or {SP-PHONE}.i{REDIAL}
To redial using the redial list (Memory redial)
The last 5 phone numbers dialed from the cordless 
handset are stored in the redial list.
1.{REDIAL}
2.Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired 
number.
LTo delete the displayed number, press {CLEAR}.
LTo exit the list, press {OFF}.
3.{TA L K},{SP-PHONE} or {Call} (soft key 1).
{TALK}
{SP-PHONE}
{REDIAL}{OFF}
{MUTE}{CLEAR} {MENU}
{HOLD}
{^}{V}
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