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 change from pulse to tone temporarily 
during dialing when your line has rotary 
pulse services.
H{SLOW}
LTo slow down message playback (page 
43).
I{QUICK}
LTo speed up message playback (page 
43).
J{COPY}
LTo initiate copying (page 40).
K{FA X / S TA R T}{SET}
LTo initiate fax transmission or reception.
LTo store a setting during programming.
L{STOP}
LTo stop an operation or programming.
M{HELP}
LTo print a quick reference (page 20).
N{NAVIGATOR}{VOL UME}
LTo adjust volume (page 20).
LTo search for a stored item (page 26, 32).
LTo select features or feature settings 
during programming (page 50).
LTo navigate to the next operation.
O{MENU}
LTo initiate or exit programming.
P{DIGITAL SP-PHONE}
LFor speakerphone operation (page 26).
Q{FLASH}
LTo access special telephone services or 
for transferring extension calls.
R{REDIAL}{PAU S E}
LTo redial the last number dialed.
LTo insert a pause during dialing.
S{MUTE}
LTo mute your voice to the other party 
during a conversation. Press this button 
again to resume the conversation.
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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 the blue gear (1) and white 
gear (4) are installed as shown.
5Turn the blue gear (1) in the direction of the 
arrow until the ink film is tight (2).
1
3
4
1
2
1
2
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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329. LMake sure that the ink film is wrapped 
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 be responsible for any damage to 
the unit or degradation of print quality which 
may occur from the use of non-Panasonic 
replacement film.
Important:
LRemove the recording paper and the 
paper tray beforehand, or the paper may 
misfeed or jam.
1Open the covers (see steps 1 to 3 on page 
10).
2Remove the used core (1) and used ink film 
(2).
3Remove the stoppers (1) and tags (2) from 
the new ink film (3).
4Insert the ink film and close the covers (see 
steps 4 to 7 on page 10).
5Install the paper tray (page 12), then insert 
the recording paper (page 12).
Correct
Tight 1 turn
Slack/CreaseReverse
Incorrect
The ink film is not wrapped around the 
blue core.
3
1
1
2
2
1
1
3
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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 
Hammermill
® Jet Print paper.
1Pull the tension plate forward (1).
2Fan the paper to prevent paper jams.
3Insert the paper, print-side down (1).
LThe paper should not be over the tab 
(2).
1
2
3
1
1
1
2
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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.
1
CorrectIncorrect
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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 lightning. For additional 
protection, we recommend the use of a surge 
protector.
If you use this unit with a computer or 
subscribe to an xDSL service
Fax transmission/reception may be disturbed, or 
you may hear interference noise during 
telephone conversation. A filter to prevent this is 
provided from your service company. Please attach the filter to the telephone line cord of the 
fax machine.
Telephone 
line cord
Power cord
To a single telephone 
line jack (RJ11C)
(              )Line surge
protector
To a 
power 
outlet
(120 V, 60 Hz)
(                )Power surge
protector
Telephone 
line cordTelephone line cordTo a single 
telephone 
line jack
Filter
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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}.
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 
desired setting.
6Press {SET}.
7Press {MENU}.
{STOP}
{SET}{MENU}
{A}{B}
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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
=TAM/FAX [±]
6Press {SET}.
LThe {AUTO ANSWER} indicator turns 
ON.
7Press {MENU}.
Note:
LYou can change the ring setting in TAM/FAX 
mode (feature #06 on page 51).
2.3.3 How to receive calls
When receiving calls, the unit works as a 
telephone answering machine and fax.
LIf the call is a phone call, the unit will record a 
voice message automatically.
LIf a fax calling tone is detected, the unit will 
receive the fax automatically.
Note:
LDo not connect an answering machine to the 
same telephone line. If one is connected, set 
the automatic answer feature to OFF by 
pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly.
LDo not subscribe to voice mail service as it 
may disturb fax reception. If you do subscribe 
to a voice mail service, call Panasonic Fax 
Advantage assistance at 1-800-435-7329 for 
more information.
{STOP}
{SET}{MENU}
{A}{B}
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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 company.
2.4.2 How to setup
1Subscribe to Distinctive Ring service with 
your local telephone company to get a new 
phone number.
2Press {MENU}.
3Press {#} then {0}{0}.
QUICK SETUP
PRESS SET
4Press {SET}.
PRINT SETUP?
YES:SET/NO:STOP
5Press {SET} again to print the Quick Setup 
Guide.
LIf you do not wish to print it, press 
{STOP}.
6Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the 
following.
SELECT A SETUP
=DIST. RING [±]
7Press {SET}.
LThe {AUTO A NSWER} indicator turns 
ON.
8Press {MENU}.
Note:
LYou can change the ring setting in TAM/FAX 
mode (feature #06 on page 51).
2.4.3 How to receive calls
If the number assigned for phone calls is called, 
the fax machine will ring and record a voice 
message automatically.
If the number assigned for fax is called, the fax 
machine will ring and start fax reception 
automatically.
If you subscribe to three or more phone 
numbers on a single telephone line
Each phone number will be assigned a different 
ring pattern by the phone company.
To use one number for fax, program the ring 
pattern assigned for fax (feature #32 on page 39) 
by referring to the ring pattern table (page 38).
{STOP}
{SET}{MENU}
{A}{B}
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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}.
5Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the 
following.
SELECT A SETUP
=TEL ONLY [±]
6Press {SET}.
LThe {AUTO ANSWER} indicator turns 
OFF.
7Press {MENU}.
2.5.3 How to receive calls
You can receive a fax with the fax machine or an 
extension telephone.
With the fax machine
1.Press {DIGITAL SP-PHONE} or lift the 
handset 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}.
3.Replace the handset if using it.
LThe fax machine will start fax reception.
With an extension telephone
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.
3.Replace the handset.
LThe fax machine will start fax reception.
Note:
LTo receive fax documents using the 
extension telephone, you must set the 
remote fax activation to ON (feature #41 on 
page 53) beforehand. The default setting is 
“ON”.
{STOP}
{FAX/START}
{SET}{MENU} {A}{B}
{DIGITAL SP-PHONE}
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