Panasonic Kx Fg6550 Operating Instruction Manual

							1. Introduction and Installation
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1.11 Belt clip
You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket 
using the included belt clip.
To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
While pressing the top of the clip (1), pull the 
right edge in the direction of the arrow (2).
1.12 Headset (optional)
Connecting an optional headset to the handset 
allows hands-free phone conversations. Please 
use only a Panasonic headset. See page 10 
for accessory information.
To connect an optional headset to the 
handset
LModel shown is KX-TCA86.
12
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  a nd  Setup
2.1 Connections
Caution:
LWhen you operate this product, the power 
outlet should be near the product and 
easily accessible.
2.1.1 Connecting the power cord
Note:
LTo avoid malfunction, do not position the fax 
machine near appliances such as TVs or 
speakers which generate an intense 
magnetic field.
Using surge protectors
LThe warranty does not cover damage due to 
power line surges or lightning. For additional 
protection, we recommend the use of a surge 
protector (2).
2.1.2 Connecting the AC adaptor
Note:
LUSE ONLY WITH the included Panasonic AC 
adaptor.
LThe AC adaptor must remain connected at all 
times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel 
warm during use.)
LThe AC adaptor should be connected to a 
vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC 
outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a 
ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of 
the adaptor may cause it to become 
disconnected.
2.1.3 Connecting the telephone 
line cord
To connect to a 2-line telephone jack
1 4-wire telephone line cord with GREEN plugs
To connect to 2 single-line telephone jacks
1 2-wire telephone line cord with 
TRANSPARENT plugs
2 4-wire telephone line cord with GREEN plugs 1Power cord
LConnect to the power outlet
(120 V, 60 Hz).
1AC adaptor
LConnect to the power outlet
(120 V, 60 Hz).
1
2
1
To a 2-line
telephone jack
(RJ14C)
1
1
LINELINE1/2 2
LINE1
LINE2 To single-line
telephone jacks
(RJ11C)2
1
LINELINE1/2
1 2
2
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If you use the unit as a single-line 
telephone only
1 2-wire telephone line cord with 
TRANSPARENT plugs
If you subscribe to a DSL service
LPlease attach a noise filter (contact your DSL 
provider) to the telephone line between the 
base unit and the telephone line jack in the 
event of the following:
– Noise is heard during conversations.
– Caller ID features (page 44) do not 
function properly.
Connecting a 2-line telephone jack
For this connection, please purchase a 
Panasonic 2-line splitter. See page 10 for 
accessory information.
Example: DSL line is LINE 21 2-wire telephone line cord with 
TRANSPARENT plugs
2 4-wire telephone line cord with GREEN plugs
Connecting 2 single-line telephone jacks
Example: DSL line is LINE 2
1 2-wire telephone line cord with 
TRANSPARENT plugs
2 4-wire telephone line cord with GREEN plugs
Note:
LIf any other device is connected to the same 
telephone line, this unit may disturb the 
network condition of the device.
To a single-line
telephone jack
(RJ11C)
1
1
LINE1
LINELINE1/2 2
LINE 2LINE 1
2-line
splitter 
KX-J42 
Noise 
filter 
To a 2-line 
telephone 
jack  Noise filter
(For DSL 
users)
12a
TRANSPARENT
plug
1 2a
LINELINE1/2 2
LINE1
LINE2
Noise filter
(For DSL 
users)
LINE1 To single-line
telephone jacks
(RJ11C)2
1
1 2
LINELINE1/2 2
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2.2 Wall mounting the 
charger
The charger can be wall mounted. Install screws 
(1) using the wall template below. Mount the 
charger (2), slide it down (3), then slide down 
to the right (4) until it is secured.
Wall Template
2.45 cm
(31/32)
2
3
4
2.45 cm
(31/32)
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2.3 Battery charge
Place the handset on the charger for about 6 
hours before initial use.
LThe unit beeps once, the [CHARGE] 
indicator (1) will light, and “Charging” will 
be displayed.
LWhen the battery is fully charged, “Charge 
completed” will be displayed if there is no 
new caller information received (page 44).
Note:
LTo ensure the battery charges properly, 
clean the handset charge contacts (2) 
and the charger charge contacts (3) with 
a soft, dry cloth once a month. Clean more 
often if the unit is subject to grease, dust 
or high humidity.
LThe battery cannot be overcharged.
Battery strength
You can confirm the battery strength on the 
handset display.
Battery life
LAfter your Panasonic battery is fully charged, 
you can expect the following 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 charger).
– it should last up to 3 hours while using the 
clarity booster feature (page 35).
Note:
LBattery power is consumed whenever the 
handset is off the charger, even when the 
handset is not in use. The longer you leave 
the handset off the charger, the time you can 
actually talk on the handset will be 
shortened. Actual battery performance 
depends on a combination of how often the 
handset is in use (in conversation) and how 
often it is not in use (off the charger).
LOnce the battery is fully charged, you do not 
have to place the handset on the charger until 
“Recharge battery” is displayed and/or 
0688754 flashes. This will maximize the 
battery life.
Recharge
Recharge the battery when:
–“Recharge battery” is shown and/or 
0688754 flashes on the handset display.
– the handset beeps intermittently while it is in 
use.
LRecharge the handset battery for more than 
15 minutes, or the display will continue 
showing the indication.
LIf the battery has been discharged, the 
handset will display “Charge for 6 HRS” 
and 68885 when you place the handset on 
the charger. The handset will not work unless 
the battery is charged. Continue charging.
Battery iconsBattery strength
67775Fully charged
68775Medium
68875Low
0688754
(flashing)Needs to be recharged.
68885Discharged
1
2
3
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2.4 Selecting the way to 
use your fax machine
To select depending on your situation, see case 
1. To select depending on the fax machine’s 
function, see case 2.
Case 1: To use LINE 1 for business use, and 
LINE 2 for private use (page 24).
Case 2: To use LINE 1 for phone calls, and LINE 
2 for faxes (page 26).
2.5 Case 1: To use LINE 1 
for business use, and LINE 
2 for private use
2.5.1 Your situation
To use one line for business use, and the second 
line for private use, for example set LINE 1 to 
TAM/FAX mode for business use and LINE 2 to 
TEL mode for private use.
2.5.2 How to setup
Turn AUTO ANSWER ON for LINE 1 to answer 
phone calls using the telephone answering 
machine and receive faxes automatically 
(TAM/FAX mode).
Turn AUTO ANSWER OFF for LINE 2 to answer 
all calls manually (TEL mode).
1Turn AUTO ANSWER ON/OFF.
Press {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to 
display the following.
LIf you are using the fax machine for the 
first time, setup is complete. If not, go to 
step 2.
2Change the receiving mode in the AUTO 
ANSWER setting.
1.Press {MENU}.
2.Press {#}, then {7}{7}.
3.Press {*} to select LINE 1.
4.Press {1} to select “TAM/FAX”.
5.Press {SET}.
6.Press {MENU}.
Note:
LDo not connect an answering machine to the 
same telephone line. If one is connected, set 
the automatic answer feature on this unit to 
OFF.
LIt is not recommended to subscribe to voice 
mail service as it may disturb fax reception. If 
you do subscribe to a voice mail service, set 
the ring count of your voice mail service to 5 
rings or greater.
2.5.3 How phone calls and faxes 
are received
Receiving calls on LINE 1
When receiving calls, the unit works as a fax and 
answering machine.
LIf 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.
Receiving calls on LINE 2
You have to answer all calls manually.
You can receive a fax with the base unit, handset 
or an extension telephone.
With the base unit
1.Press {SP-PHONE} to answer the call.
2.When:
– document reception is required,
– a fax calling tone (slow beep) is heard, or
– no sound is heard,
press {FAX/START}.
LThe fax machine will start fax reception.
With the handset
1.Lift the handset and press {TA L K} or {SP-
PHONE} to answer the call.
2.When:
– document reception is required,
– a fax calling tone (slow beep) is heard, or
– no sound is heard,
press {*}{#}{9} (default fax activation 
code) firmly.
LThe fax machine will start fax reception.
{FAX/START}
{AUTO ANSWER}
{SP-PHONE}
{SET}{MENU}
LINE 2            MESSAGE LINE 1  ON    OFF
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For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport LYou can also press {FA X / S TA R T} on the 
base unit to receive faxes if the base unit 
or another handset is not in use.
With an extension telephone
If you have another telephone connected to the 
same line (extension telephone), you can use 
the extension telephone to receive faxes.
1.When the extension telephone rings, lift the 
handset of the extension telephone.
2.When:
– document reception is required,
– a fax calling tone (slow beep) is heard, or
– no sound is heard,
press {*}{#}{9} (default fax activation 
code) firmly.
LThe fax machine will start fax reception.
3.Replace the handset.
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2.6 Case 2: To use LINE 1 
for telephones, and LINE 2 
for faxes
2.6.1 Your situation
To use one line for phone calls, and the second 
line for faxes, we recommend you to set LINE 1 
to TAM ONLY mode, and LINE 2 to FAX ONLY 
mode.
2.6.2 How to setup
Turn AUTO ANSWER ON for LINE 1 to answer 
all calls using the telephone answering machine 
(TAM ONLY mode).
Turn AUTO ANSWER ON for LINE 2 to answer 
all calls using the fax machine (FAX ONLY 
mode).
1Turn AUTO ANSWER ON.
Press {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to 
display the following.
2Change the receiving mode in the AUTO 
ANSWER setting.
1.Press {MENU}.
2.Press {#}, then {7}{7}.
3.Press {*} to select LINE 1.
4.Press {3} to select “TAM ONLY”.
5.Press {SET}.
6.Press {#} to select LINE 2.
7.Press {2} to select “FAX ONLY”.
8.Press {SET}.
9.Press {MENU}.
2.6.3 How phone calls and faxes 
are received
Receiving calls on LINE 1
All calls will be answered by the telephone 
answering machine.
LFax documents will not be received.
Receiving calls on LINE 2
When the other party sends a fax, the fax 
machine will receive it automatically.
{SET}
{AUTO ANSWER}
{MENU}
LINE 2            MESSAGE LINE 1  ON    ON
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2.7 Turning AUTO 
ANSWER ON/OFF
You can change the way to use your fax machine 
by pressing {AU TO A N SW E R} repeatedly.
When AUTO ANSWER is turned OFF for the 
line, the receiving mode for that line is set to TEL 
mode (page 58). You have to answer all calls 
manually.
When AUTO ANSWER is turned ON for the 
line, the receiving mode selected for that line in 
feature #77* or feature #77# will be activated. 
1Press {MENU}.
2Press {#}, then {7}{7}.
3Press {*} or {#} to select the desired line.
{*} “LINE1”
{#} “LINE2”
4Press {1} to {3} to select the desired 
receiving mode.
{1} “TAM/FAX” (default): Telephone 
Answering Machine/Fax mode (page 59).
{2} “FAX ONLY”: Fax only mode (page 60).
{3} “TAM ONLY”: Telephone Answering 
Machine only mode (page 61).
5Press {SET}.
6Press {MENU}.
AUTO ANSWER 
ON/OFFDisplay
AUTO ANSWER 
is turned ON for 
both lines.
AUTO ANSWER 
is turned ON for 
LINE 1 only.
AUTO ANSWER 
is turned ON for 
LINE 2 only.
AUTO ANSWER 
is turned OFF for 
both lines.
{SET}{MENU} {AUTO ANSWER}
LINE 2            MESSAGE LINE 1  ON    ON
LINE 2            MESSAGE LINE 1  ON    OFF
LINE 2            MESSAGE LINE 1  OFF   ON
LINE 2            MESSAGE LINE 1  OFF   OFF
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Help Button
2.8 Base unit help function
The unit contains helpful information which can 
be printed for quick reference.
“SEND GUIDE”
How to send faxes. (The information is 
announced by a voice guide and is not printed 
out.)
“BASIC SETTINGS”
How to set the date, time, your logo and fax 
number.
“FEATURE LIST”
How to program the features.
“TAM OPERATION”
How to use the telephone answering machine.
“FAX SND/RCV”
Help with problems sending/receiving faxes.
“COPIER”
How to use the copier function.
“Q and A”
Frequently asked questions and answers.
“ERRORS”
Explanation of error messages shown on the 
display.
“REPORTS”
List of available reports.
“CALLER ID”
How to use the Caller ID features.
1Press {HELP}.
2Press {} repeatedly to display the 
desired item.
3Press {SET}.
LThe selected item will be printed.
Vo l u m e
2.9 Adjusting handset 
volume
Ringer volume
You can set the handset ringer volume for each 
line.
Make sure the handset and base unit are not 
being used. The handset must be operated 
near the base unit and while OFF the charger.
1.Press {MENU}.
2.Press {1}{1}{1} or {1}{1}{2} to select the 
desired line.
{1}{1}{1} “Line1”
{1}{1}{2} “Line2”
3.Press {0} to {3} to select the desired volume.
{1}: Low
{2}: Medium
{3}: High
{0}: Off
LTo change the ringer tone, press {TONE} 
(soft key 1), then press {v} or {e} 
repeatedly.
4.Press {SAVE} (soft key 1).
5.Press {OFF} to exit.
Note:
LFor outside calls, the handset will ring at the 
level selected for the line.
For intercom calls, the handset will ring at the 
higher level of the 2 lines.
To turn the ringer OFF
Press {0} to display “Off ?” in step 3.
LThe handset will display “Ringer off” and 
the line number while not in use. If there are 
new messages, “Ringer off” will not be 
displayed.
LThe handset will not ring for outside calls 
received on the selected line.
{SET}{HELP}
{}
{OFF} {TALK}
{SP-PHONE}
{HOLD/
INTERCOM}{MENU} {e}{v}
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