Panasonic Kx Fp145 Operating Instruction Manual

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1.4 Description of buttons
LKeep the front cover page open for button 
locations.
A{BROADCAST}
LTo transmit a document to multiple parties 
(page 33).
B{CALLER ID}
LTo use Caller ID features (page 27, 29).
C{RECORD}
LTo record messages (page 42).
D{ERASE}
LTo erase messages (page 42, 43).
E{PLAY MESSAGES}
LTo play messages (page 43).
F{AUTO ANSWER}
LTo turn ON/OFF the AUTO ANSWER 
setting (page 34, 35).
G{TONE}
LTo...

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Installation
1.5 Ink film
1.5.1 Installing the ink film
1Open the front cover by pulling up the center 
part.
2Release the back cover by pushing the green 
button (1).
3Open the back cover.
4Insert the front ink film roll by inserting its 
blue gear (1) into the left slot of the unit (2).
Insert the rear ink film roll (3).
LThe ink film is safe to touch, and will not 
rub off on your hands like carbon paper.LMake sure...

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around the blue core (3) at least once.
6Close the back cover securely by pushing 
down on the notched area at both ends (1).
7Close the front cover securely.
1.5.2 Replacing the ink film
The included film roll is a starter ink film. To 
ensure that the unit operates properly, we 
recommend the use of Panasonic replacement 
film. See page 8 for accessory information.
LWe cannot...

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1.6 Handset cord
Connect the handset cord (1).
1.7 Paper tray
Insert the tabs (1) on the paper tray (2) into the 
slots on the back of the unit (3).
1.8 Recording paper
The unit can hold:
–Up to 30 sheets of 60 g/m2 to 80 g/m2 (16 lb. 
to 21 lb.) paper.
–Up to 20 sheets of 90 g/m
2 (24 lb.) paper.
Please read the note on page 74 for important 
information on recording paper.
For superior results, we recommend...

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4Push the tension plate back (1).
LIf the paper is not inserted correctly, 
readjust the paper, or the paper may jam.
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2. Preparation
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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.
Note:
LIf any other device is connected on the same 
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...

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2.2 Selecting the way to 
use your fax machine
Depending on your situation, you can select the 
way you prefer to use your fax machine in Quick 
Setup feature #00.
You can print out the Quick Setup Guide as a 
reference.
–Case 1: TAM/FAX (Telephone Answering 
Machine/Fax) (page 16)
–Case 2: Distinctive Ring (1 phone line with 2 
or more phone numbers) (page 17)
–Case 3: TEL ONLY (page 18)
–Case 4: FAX ONLY (page 19)
1Press {MENU}....

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2.3 Case 1: TAM/FAX 
(Telephone Answering 
Machine/Fax)
2.3.1 Your situation
You wish to use this unit as a telephone 
answering machine and fax.
2.3.2 How to setup
1Press {MENU}.
2Press {#} then {0}{0}.
QUICK SETUP
PRESS SET
3Press {SET}.
PRINT SETUP?
YES:SET/NO:STOP
4Press {SET} again to print the Quick Setup 
Guide.
LIf you do not wish to print it, press 
{STOP}.
5Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the 
following.
SELECT A SETUP...

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2.4 Case 2: Distinctive 
Ring (1 phone line with 2 
or more phone numbers)
2.4.1 Your situation
You wish to use this unit to receive faxes using 
one phone number and to handle phone calls 
using another phone number. You must get an 
additional phone number by subscribing to your 
telephone company’s Distinctive Ring service.
LDistinctive Ring service may be called Identa 
Ring service. The name of the service 
depends on the telephone...

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2.5 Case 3: TEL ONLY
2.5.1 Your situation
You wish to use the fax machine and an 
extension telephone in a different room. Most 
incoming calls are phone calls and the fax 
machine is seldom used for fax reception.
2.5.2 How to setup
1Press {MENU}.
2Press {#} then {0}{0}.
QUICK SETUP
PRESS SET
3Press {SET}.
PRINT SETUP?
YES:SET/NO:STOP
4Press {SET} again to print the Quick Setup 
Guide.
LIf you do not wish to print it, press 
{STOP}....