Panasonic Kx Fl611 Operating Instruction Manual

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7.2 Basic features
Code #00: Setting the Quick Setup
QUICK SETUP
PRESS SET
See page 19 for details.
Code #01: Setting the date and time
SET DATE & TIME
PRESS SET
See page 28 for details.
Code #02: Setting your logo
YOUR LOGO
PRESS SET
See page 29 for details.
Code #03: Setting your fax number
YOUR FAX NO.
PRESS SET
See page 30 for details.
Code #04: Printing a sending report
SENDING REPORT
MODE=ERROR [±]
To print a sending report for fax transmission 
results (page 38).
“ERROR” (default): A sending report will be 
printed only when fax transmission fails.
“ON”: A sending report will be printed after every 
transmission.
“OFF”: Sending reports will not be printed.
Code #06: Changing the ring setting in FAX 
ONLY mode
FAX RING COUNT
RINGS=3 [±]
To change the number of rings before the unit 
answers a call in FAX ONLY mode.
You can select “1”, “2”, “3” (default), “4” or “5 
EXT.TAM” (External Telephone Answering 
Machine).
Code #12: Enabling remote operation for an 
answering machine 
REMOTE TAM ACT.
MODE=OFF [±]
If you are using the unit with an answering 
machine, activate this feature, and program the 
remote activation ID. You can access the answering machine remotely by pressing this ID 
to retrieve recorded voice messages.
1.Press {MENU}.
2.Press {#} then {1}{2}.
3.Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to select “ON”.
4.Press {SET}.
5.Enter your ID from 1 to 5 digits, using 0–9, 
{*} and {#}.
LThe default ID is “11”.
6.Press {SET}.
7.Press {MENU}.
Code #13: Setting the dialing mode 
DIALING MODE
MODE=TONE [±]
If you cannot dial, change this setting depending 
on your telephone line service.
“TONE” (default): For tone dial service.
“PULSE”: For rotary pulse dial service.
Code #16: Setting the recording paper size 
PAPER SIZE 
=LETTER [±]
“LETTER” (default): Letter size paper.
“LEGAL”: Legal size paper.
“A4”: A4 size paper.
Code #17: Setting the ringer pattern
RINGER PATTERN
MODE=A [±]
You can select “A” (default), “B” or “C”.
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7.3 Advanced features
Code #22: Setting the journal report to print 
automatically
AUTO JOURNAL
MODE=ON [±]
“ON” (default): The unit will print a journal report 
automatically after every 30 new fax 
transmissions and receptions (page 38).
“OFF”: The unit will not print a journal report, but 
will keep a record of the last 30 fax transmissions 
and receptions.
Code #23: Sending documents overseas
OVERSEAS MODE
MODE=ERROR [±]
If you cannot send a fax overseas even if the 
number is correct and the line is connected, 
activate this feature before sending the fax.
This feature improves the reliability by reducing 
the transmission speed.
“NEXT FAX”: This setting is effective only for the 
next attempted fax transmission. After 
transmission, the unit will return to the previous 
setting.
“ERROR” (default): When the previous fax 
transmission fails and you wish to re-send the 
document.
“OFF”: Deactivates this feature.
Note:
LThis feature is not available for broadcast 
transmission.
LCalling charges may be higher than usual.
Code #25: Sending a fax at a specific time
DELAYED SEND
MODE=OFF [±]
This feature allows you to take advantage of low-
cost calling hours offered by your telephone 
company. This feature can be set up to 24 hours 
in advance of the desired time.
To send a document:
1.Insert the document.
2.If necessary, press {RESOLUTION} 
repeatedly to select the desired resolution 
(page 37).
3.Press {MENU}.
4.Press {#} then {2}{5}.
5.Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to select “ON”.
6.Press {SET}.
7.Enter the fax number.8.Press {SET}.
9.Enter the transmission start time.
LPress {*} repeatedly to select “AM” or 
“PM”.
10.Press {SET}.
LTo cancel after programming, press {STOP} 
then {SET}.
Code #26: Setting the Caller ID list to be 
printed automatically 
AUTO CALL. LIST
MODE=ON [±]
“ON” (default): The unit will print the Caller ID list 
automatically after every 30 new calls (page 34).
“OFF”: The unit will not print the Caller ID list, but 
will keep records of the information for the last 30 
callers.
Code #31: Activating the Distinctive Ring 
feature
DISTINCTIVE RING
MODE=OFF [±]
See page 44 for details.
Code #32: Setting the ring pattern for fax 
(Distinctive Ring feature)
FAX RING PATTERN
RING=B–D [±]
See page 45 for details.
Code #37: Receiving other size documents
AUTO REDUCTION
MODE=ON [±]
To receive a fax document that is longer than 
your recording paper.
“ON” (default): The unit will fit received 
documents onto your recording paper.
“OFF”: The unit will print the original size.
Code #39: Changing the display contrast
LCD CONTRAST
MODE=NORMAL [±]
“NORMAL” (default): For normal contrast.
“DARKER”: Used when the display contrast is too 
light.
Code #41: Changing the fax activation code
FAX ACTIVATION
MODE=ON [±]
If you wish to use an extension telephone to 
receive faxes, activate this feature and program 
the activation code.
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1.Press {MENU}.
2.Press {#}, then {4}{1}.
3.Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to select “ON”.
4.Press {SET}.
5.Enter your code from 2 to 4 digits, using 0–9, 
{*} and {#}.
LThe default code is “;#9”.
LDo not enter “0000”.
6.Press {SET}.
7.Press {MENU}.
Code #44: Setting the memory reception alert
RECEIVE ALERT
MODE=ON [±]
To alert you with a beeping sound when a 
received fax document is stored into memory 
due to some existing problem.
The slow beeps will continue until you clear the 
printing problem and make sure the unit is 
supplied with enough paper to print the stored 
document.
“ON” (default): You will be alerted to a reception 
problem by a beeping sound.
“OFF”: Deactivates this feature.
Code #46: Setting friendly reception
FRIENDLY RCV
MODE=ON [±]
To receive a fax automatically when you answer 
a call and hear a fax calling tone (slow beep).
“ON” (default): You do not have to press {FA X  
START} for fax reception.
“OFF”: You have to press {FAX START} for fax 
reception.
Code #68: Setting the Error Correction Mode 
(ECM)
ECM SELECTION
MODE=ON [±]
This feature is available when the 
transmitting/receiving fax machines are ECM 
compatible.
“ON” (default): To send a fax even if there is 
static interference on the telephone line.
“OFF”: Deactivates this feature.
Code #76: Setting the connecting tone
CONNECTING TONE
MODE=ON [±]
If you often have trouble when sending faxes, 
this feature allows you to hear connecting tones: 
fax tone, ring back tone and busy tone. You can use these tones to confirm the status of the other 
party’s machine.
“ON” (default): You will hear connecting tones.
“OFF”: Deactivates this feature.
LIf the ring back tone continues, the other 
party’s machine may not be a fax machine or 
may have run out of paper. Check with the 
other party.
LThe connecting tone volume cannot be 
adjusted.
Code #79: Setting toner save feature
TONER SAVE
MODE=OFF [±]
“ON”: The toner cartridge will last longer.
“OFF” (default): Deactivates this feature.
Note:
LThis feature may lower the print quality by 
reducing toner consumption.
Code #80: Resetting advanced features to 
their default settings
SET DEFAULT
RESET=NO [±]
To reset the advanced features:
1.Press {MENU}.
2.Press {#}, then {8}{0}.
3.Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to select “YES”.
4.Press {SET}.
5.Press {SET} again.
6.Press {MENU}.
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7.4 Direct commands for 
programming features
You can also select the desired setting by directly 
entering the program code (# and a 2-digit 
number) and direct command.
For more details on the features, see page 49 to 
page 51.
1Press {MENU}.
2Press {#} and the 2-digit code number.
3Press the desired direct command to display 
the desired setting.
LThis step may be slightly different 
depending on the feature.
4Press {SET}.
5To exit programming, press {MENU}.
7.4.1 Program code and direct 
command button
{#}{0}{0} Quick Setup
–{1}: “FAX ONLY” (default)
–{2}: “DIST. RING”
–{3}: “EXT. TAM”
–{4}: “TEL ONLY”
LPress {SET} before pressing the direct 
command button.
{#}{0}{1} Date and time
LEnter the date and time using the dial 
keypad. See page 28 for details.
{#}{0}{2} Your logo
LEnter your logo using the dial keypad. See 
page 29 for details.
{#}{0}{3} Your fax number
LEnter your fax number using the dial keypad. 
See page 30 for details.
{#}{0}{4} Sending report
–{1}:“ON”
–{2}:“OFF”
–{3}:“ERROR” (default)
{#}{0}{6} FAX ring count
–{1}:“1”
–{2}:“2”
–{3}:“3” (default)
–{4}:“4”
–{5}:“5 EXT.TAM”
{#}{1}{2} Remote activation ID
–{1}:“ON”
–{2}:“OFF” (default)
LIf you select “ON”, then enter your ID from 1 
to 5 digits using 0-9, {*} and {#}.
{#}{1}{3} Dialing mode
–{1}:“PULSE”
–{2}:“TONE” (default)
{#}{1}{6} Paper size
–{1}:“LETTER” (default)
–{2}:“A4”
–{3}:“LEGAL”
{#}{1}{7} Ringer pattern
–{1}:“A” (default)
–{2}:“B”
–{3}:“C”
{#}{2}{2} Automatic journal report
–{1}:“ON” (default)
–{2}:“OFF”
{#}{2}{3} Overseas mode
–{1}:“NEXT FAX”
–{2}:“OFF”
–{3}:“ERROR” (default)
{#}{2}{5} Delayed send
–{1}:“ON”
–{2}:“OFF” (default)
LIf you select “ON”, next enter the fax number 
and transmission time using the dial keypad 
(see feature #25 on page 50 for details).
{#}{2}{6} Automatic Caller ID list
–{1}:“ON” (default)
–{2}:“OFF”
{#}{3}{1} Distinctive Ring
–{1}:“ON”
–{2}:“OFF” (default)
{#}{3}{2} Fax ring pattern
–{1}:“A”
–{2}:“B”
–{3}:“C”
–{4}:“D”
–{5}:“B-D” (default)
{#}{3}{7} Auto reduction
–{1}:“ON” (default)
–{2}:“OFF”
{#}{3}{9} Display contrast
–{1}:“NORMAL” (default)
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–{2}:“DARKER”
{#}{4}{1} Fax activation code
–{1}:“ON” (default)
–{2}:“OFF”
LIf you select “ON”, next enter your code from 
2 to 4 digits using 0-9, {*} and {#}.
{#}{4}{4} Memory reception alert
–{1}:“ON” (default)
–{2}:“OFF”
{#}{4}{6} Friendly reception
–{1}:“ON” (default)
–{2}:“OFF”
{#}{6}{8} ECM selection
–{1}:“ON” (default)
–{2}:“OFF”
{#}{7}{6} Connecting tone
–{1}:“ON” (default)
–{2}:“OFF”
{#}{7}{9} Toner save
–{1}:“ON”
–{2}:“OFF” (default)
{#}{8}{0} Set default
–{1}:“YES”
–{2}:“NO” (default)
LIf you select “YES”, press {SET} 2 times, 
then press {MENU} to exit.
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Erro r Mess ages
8.1 Error messages – 
Reports
If a problem occurs during fax transmission or 
reception, one of the following messages will be 
printed on the sending and journal reports (page 
38).
COMMUNICATION ERROR
(Code: 40-42, 46-72, FF)
LA transmission or reception error occurred. 
Try again or check with the other party.
COMMUNICATION ERROR
(Code: 43, 44)
LA line problem occurred. Connect the 
telephone line cord to a different jack and try 
again.
LAn overseas transmission error occurred. Try 
using the overseas mode (feature #23, page 
50).
DOCUMENT JAMMED
LThe document is jammed. Remove the 
jammed document (page 66).
ERROR-NOT YOUR UNIT
(Code: 54, 59, 70)
LA transmission or reception error occurred 
because of a problem with the other party’s 
fax machine. Check with the other party.
JUNK FAX PROH. REJECT
LThe junk fax prohibitor feature of this unit 
rejected fax reception.
MEMORY FULL
LThe memory is full of received documents 
due to a lack of recording paper or a 
recording paper jam. Install paper (page 16) 
or clear the jammed paper (page 64).
NO DOCUMENT
LThe document was not fed into the unit 
properly. Re-insert it and try again.
OTHER FAX NOT RESPONDING
LThe other party’s fax machine is busy or has 
run out of recording paper. Try again.
LThe other party’s fax machine rings too many 
times. Send the fax manually (page 37).
LThe other party’s machine is not a fax 
machine. Check with the other party.
LThe number you dialed is not in service.
PRESSED THE STOP KEY
L{STOP} was pressed and fax communication 
was canceled.THE COVER WAS OPENED
LThe front cover was opened. Close it and try 
again.
OK
LFax transmission or reception was 
successful.
8.2 Error messages – 
Display
If the unit detects a problem, one or more of the 
following messages will appear on the display.
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CALL SERVICE
LThere is something wrong with the unit. 
Contact our service personnel.
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CHANGE DRUM
b
CHANGE SUPPLIES
LThere is something wrong with the drum unit. 
Replace the drum unit and the toner cartridge 
(page 61).
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CHECK DOCUMENT
LThe document was not fed into the unit 
properly. Re-insert the document. If 
misfeeding occurs frequently, clean the 
document feeder rollers (page 67) and try 
again.
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CHECK DRUM
LThe drum unit is not inserted properly. Re-
insert it correctly (page 12).
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CHECK MEMORY
LThe memory (telephone numbers, 
parameters, etc.) has been erased. Re-
program.
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COVER OPEN
LThe front cover is open. Close it.
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DIRECTORY FULL
LThere is no space to store new items in 
navigator directory. Erase unnecessary items 
(page 33).
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DRUM LIFE OVER
REPLACE DRUM
b
CHANGE SUPPLIES
LThe drum life is complete. Replace the drum 
unit immediately (page 61).
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FAILED PICK UP
LRecording paper was not fed into the unit 
properly. Re-insert the recording paper (page 
66).
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FAXINMEMORY
LThe unit has a document in memory. See the 
other displayed message instructions to print 
out the document. For fax memory capacity, 
see page 73.
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FAX MEMORY FULL
LThe memory is full of received documents 
due to a lack of recording paper or a 
recording paper jam. Install paper (page 16) 
or clear the jammed paper (page 64).
LWhen performing memory transmission, the 
document being stored exceeded the 
memory capacity of the unit. Send the entire 
document manually.
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LOW TEMP.
LThe inside of the unit is extremely cold and 
cannot be operated. Use the unit in a warmer 
area. While the unit cannot be operated, the 
received documents are temporarily stored 
into the memory, and will be printed out 
automatically when the unit warms up.
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MEMORY FULL
LWhen making a copy, the document being 
stored exceeded the memory capacity of the unit. Press {STOP} to clear the message. 
Divide the document into sections.
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MODEM ERROR
LThere is something wrong with the unit’s 
modem. Contact our service personnel.
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NO FAX REPLY
LThe other party’s fax machine is busy or has 
run out of recording paper. Try again.
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OUT OF PAPER
LRecording paper is not installed or the unit 
has run out of paper. Install paper (page 16).
LRecording paper is not fed into the unit 
properly. Reinstall paper (page 16).
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PAPER JAMMED
LA recording paper jam occurred. Clear the 
jammed paper (page 64).
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PLEASE WAIT
LThe unit is warming up. Wait for a while.
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REDIAL TIME OUT
LThe other party’s fax machine is busy or has 
run out of recording paper. Try again.
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REMOVE DOCUMENT
LThe document is jammed. Remove the 
jammed document (page 66).
LAttempted to send a document longer than 
600 mm (23
5/8). Press {STOP} to remove 
the document. Divide the document into two 
or more sheets and try again.
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REPLACE DRUM
SOON
LThe drum life is near to an end. Replace the 
drum unit as soon as possible (page 61).
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TONER EMPTY
b
CHANGE SUPPLIES
LThe toner life is complete. Replace the toner 
cartridge immediately (page 61).
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TONER LOW
b
CHANGE SUPPLIES
LThe toner life is near to an end. Replace the 
toner cartridge as soon as possible (page 
61).
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TRANSMIT ERROR
LA transmission error occurred. Try again.
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WARM UP
LThe inside of the unit is too cold. Let the unit 
warm up. Wait for a while.
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WRONG PAPER
LThe fax message was printed on paper which 
is shorter than letter size paper. Use the 
appropriate size paper (page 74).
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Troubles hooting
8.3 When a function does not work, check here
8.3.1 Initial settings
8.3.2 General
ProblemCause & Solution
I cannot hear a dial tone.LIf you use a splitter to connect the unit, remove the splitter and 
connect the unit to the wall jack directly. If the unit operates 
properly, check the splitter.
LDisconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect a known 
working telephone. If the working telephone operates properly, 
contact our service personnel to have the unit repaired. If the 
working telephone does not operate properly, contact your 
telephone company.
LThe power cord or telephone line cord is not connected. Check the 
connections.
LIf you connected the fax machine through a computer modem, 
connect the fax machine directly to a telephone line jack.
I cannot make calls.LThe dialing mode setting may be wrong. Change the setting. 
(feature #13 on page 49).
The unit does not ring.LThe ringer volume is turned OFF. Adjust it (page 27).
ProblemCause & Solution
The other party complains 
they only hear a fax tone 
and cannot talk.LFAX ONLY mode is set. Tell the other party the number is only used 
for faxes.
LChange to TEL mode by pressing {AUTO ANSWER}.
LIf you use a Distinctive Ring service, make sure you have set the 
same ring pattern assigned by the telephone company (page 44).
The {REDIAL/PAUSE} 
button does not function 
properly.LIf this button is pressed during dialing, a pause will be inserted. If 
pressed immediately after a dial tone is obtained, the last number 
dialed will be redialed.
The receiving mode does 
not function properly.LThe Distinctive Ring is set (feature #31 on page 44).
During programming, I 
cannot enter the code or 
ID number.LAll or part of the number is the same. Change the number: feature 
#12 (page 49) and #41 (page 50).
The unit beeps.LRecording paper has run out. Press {STOP} to stop the beeps and 
install paper.
Whenever I try to retrieve 
my voice mail messages, I 
am interrupted by the fax 
tone.LYou are probably entering {*} {#} {9}. This is the default setting 
for the fax activation code. If you use a voice mail service, turn the 
fax activation feature OFF or reprogram the activation code 
(feature #41 on page 50).
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8.3.3 Fax – sending
8.3.4 Fax – receiving
ProblemCause & Solution
I cannot send documents.LThe telephone line cord is connected to the EXT jack on the unit. 
Connect to the LINE jack (page 18).
LThe other party’s fax machine is busy or has run out of recording 
paper. Try again.
LThe other party’s machine is not a fax machine. Check with the 
other party.
LThe other party’s fax machine failed to answer the fax 
automatically. Send the fax manually (page 37).
I cannot send a fax 
overseas.LUse the overseas transmission mode (feature #23 on page 50).
LAdd two pauses at the end of the telephone number or dial 
manually.
The other party complains 
that letters on their 
received document are 
distorted or not clear.LIf your line has special telephone services such as call waiting, the 
service may have been activated during fax transmission. Connect 
the unit to a line that does not have these services.
LAnother telephone on the same line is off the hook. Hang up the 
extension telephone and try again.
LTry copying the document. If the copied image is clear, there may 
be something wrong with the other party’s machine.
The other party complains 
that black lines, white 
lines or smudges appear 
on their received 
document.LThe glass or rollers are dirty with correction fluid, etc. Clean them 
(page 67). Please do not insert a document before correction fluid 
has dried completely.
ProblemCause & Solution
I cannot receive 
documents.LWhen you have a single telephone line and subscribe to a voice 
mail service, you must also subscribe to a Distinctive Ring service 
(page 44).
LThe telephone line cord is connected to the EXT jack on the unit. 
Connect to the LINE jack (page 18).
I cannot receive 
documents automatically.LThe receiving mode is set to TEL mode. Set to FAX ONLY mode by 
pressing {AUTO ANSWER}.
LThe time taken to answer the call is too long. Decrease the number 
of rings before the unit answers a call (feature #06 on page 49).
The display shows 
“CONNECTING.....”, but 
faxes are not received.LThe incoming call is not a fax. Change the receiving mode to TEL 
mode by pressing {AUTO ANSWER}.
A blank sheet is ejected.LThe other party placed the document in their fax machine the 
wrong way. Check with the other party.
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