Panasonic Kx Fpg376 Operating Instructions Manual

							1. Introduction and Installation
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1.2 Accessory information
Accessories for this unit can be ordered online, 
by fax, or by telephone.
Please note that only orders for replacement film 
and batteries can be accepted by fax and 
telephone.
–Replacement film
*1 (KX-FA92): 2 rolls - 216 
mm × 35 m (81/2 × 114) (Each roll will print 
about 113 letter-sized pages.)
–Battery (P-P511)
–Headset (KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-
TCA88, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, KX-
TCA98): Allows hands-free telephone 
conversations.
*1 To ensure the unit operates properly, we 
recommend the use of a Panasonic 
replacement film.
To place an order online (for customers in 
the U.S.A. ONLY)
Visit our web site:
http://www.panasonic.com/kxfpg376
LFor questions regarding online orders:
E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone: 1-866-888-2929
To place an order by fax (replacement film 
and batteries only)
Fax: 1-800-237-9080
Include:
–your name, shipping address and telephone 
number
–credit card type, number, expiration date and 
your signature
–part number and quantity
To place an order by telephone 
(replacement film and batteries only)
Telephone: 1-800-332-5368
Fin ding th e Contro ls
1.3 Overview
1.3.1 Base unit
1 Document guides
2 Paper tray
3 Recording paper entrance
4 Metal recording paper guide
5 Recording paper exit
6 Tension plate
7 Antenna
8 Microphone
9 Front cover
j Document entrance
k Document exit
l Speaker
m Green button (Back cover release button)
n Back cover
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1.3.2 Handset
1.4 Description of base 
unit buttons
LKeep the front cover page open for button 
locations.
A{LOCATOR/INTERCOM}
LTo locate or page the handset (page 32).
B{CALLER ID}
LTo use the Caller ID features (page 38).
C{RECORD}
LTo record a greeting message (page 51).
LTo record a memo message (page 51).
D{CALLER IQ}
LTo use the Caller IQ feature (page 79).
E{AUTO ANSWER}
LTo turn ON/OFF the AUTO ANSWER 
setting (page 44, 45).
F{TONE}
LTo change from pulse to tone temporarily 
during dialing when your line has rotary 
pulse services.
G{SLOW}
LFor slow playback (page 52).
H{QUICK}
LFor quick playback (page 52).
I{COPY}
LTo initiate copying (page 49).
J{FA X / S TA R T}{SET}
LTo initiate fax transmission or reception.
LTo store a setting during programming.
K{STOP}
LTo stop an operation or programming.
LTo clear a character/number (page 29).
L{HELP}
LTo print a quick reference (page 25).
M{ERASE}
LTo erase recorded messages (page 52).
LTo erase a recorded greeting message 
(page 51).
N{NAVIGATOR}{VO LUME}
LTo navigate to the next operation.
LTo search for a stored item (page 36, 42).
LTo select features or feature settings 
during programming (page 60).
LTo adjust volume (page 26).
O{PLAY MESSAGES}
LTo play recorded messages (page 52).
P{MENU}
LTo initiate or exit programming (page 60).
Q{DIGITAL SP-PHONE}
LFor speakerphone operation (page 31, 
32).
R{FLASH}{CALL WAIT}
LTo access special telephone services 
such as call waiting (page 36) or for 
transferring extension calls.
S{REDIAL/PAUSE}
LTo redial the last number dialed from the 
base unit (page 31).
LTo insert a pause during dialing or after 
pressing {FLASH}.
T{MUTE}
LTo mute your voice to the other party 
during a conversation. To release the 
mute, press this button again. 1 Antenna
2 Headset jack
3 Receiver
4 Speaker
5 Microphone
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1.5 Description of handset 
buttons
LKeep the front cover page open for button 
locations.
A{FUNCTION}
LTo initiate programming (page 25).
B{TA L K}
LTo make/answer calls (page 30, 31).
CNavigator, {LOUD/SEARCH}{CH}{EDIT}
LTo navigate to the next operation.
LTo adjust volume (page 25).
LTo search for a stored item (page 35).
LTo select features or feature settings 
during programming (page 31).
LTo select a clear channel (page 30).
LTo edit the caller’s phone number (page 
37).
D{SP-PHONE}
LFor speakerphone operation (page 30, 
31).
E{TONE}
LTo change from pulse to tone temporarily 
during dialing when your line has rotary 
pulse services.
F{FLASH}{CALL WAIT/PLAYBACK}
LTo access special telephone services 
such as call waiting (page 36) or for 
transferring extension calls.
LTo listen to recorded messages (page 
53).
G{MUTE}
LTo mute your voice to the other party 
during a conversation. To release the 
mute, press {MUTE}, {TA L K} or
{SP-PHONE}.
H{CALLER IQ}
LTo use the Caller IQ feature (page 79).
I{OFF}
LTo hang up (page 30).
LTo stop an operation or programming.
J{CLEAR}{HOLD}{INTERCOM}
LTo clear a character (page 34).
LTo erase an item (page 35).
LTo put a call on hold (page 30).
LTo page the base unit (page 32).
K{REDIAL/PAUSE}
LTo redial the last number dialed from the 
handset (page 30).
LTo insert a pause during dialing.
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Installation  (Bas e U nit)
1.6 Ink film
1.6.1 Installing the ink film
1Open the front cover (1) by pulling up the 
center part (2).
2Release the back cover by pushing the green 
button (1) on the right side of the unit.
OR
Release the back cover by pushing in the 
green lever (2) in the unit.
3Open the back cover (1).
4Insert the gear of the blue core (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.
5Turn the gear of the blue core (1) in the 
direction of the arrow until the white core (2) 
begins to turn.
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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.
6First close the back cover securely (1) by 
pushing down on the dotted area on both 
sides (2). Then close the front cover 
securely (3).
1.6.2 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 9 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.
1Open the covers (see steps 1 to 3 on page 
12).
2Pull out the blue gear (1) and remove the 
used ink film (2). Remove the used core 
(3).
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 6 on page 12).
Correct
Tight 1 turn
Slack/CreaseReverse
Incorrect
The ink film is not wrapped around the 
blue core.
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1.7 Paper tray
Insert the tabs on the paper tray (1) into the 
slots on the back of the unit (2).
To use A4 size paper
Insert the tab on the A4 paper guide (1) into the 
slot on the paper tray (2) and push the guide 
until it clicks into place. Attach the paper tray to 
the back of the unit.
Note:
LChange the recording paper size to “A4” 
(feature #16 on page 61).
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.
–No more than 20 sheets of legal paper.
Please read the note on page 84 for important 
information on recording paper.
For superior results, we recommend 
Hammermill
® Jet Print paper.
1Before inserting a stack of paper, fan the 
paper to prevent paper jams.
2Pull the tension plate forward (1) and insert 
the paper, print-side down (2), then push 
the tension plate back.
LIf the paper is not inserted correctly, 
readjust the paper, or the paper may jam.
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Installation  (Hand set)
1.9 Battery replacement
If battery performance diminishes, make sure 
you have cleaned the charge contacts and fully 
charged the battery. After recharging, if 
“Recharge” is displayed and 01 234 
continues to flash, the battery needs to be 
replaced.
Please only use Panasonic batteries. See 
page 9 for accessory information.
LOnly use rechargeable batteries. If you 
install non-rechargeable batteries and 
start charging them, the batteries may 
leak electrolyte.
1Press the arrow on the battery cover firmly 
and slide the cover.
2Remove the old battery.
3Insert the new battery, matching the correct 
polarity (1), then push the battery down into 
the compartment (2).
4To close, rest the battery cover flat against 
the handset and slide the battery cover while 
pressing it down, as indicated by the arrow.
Attention:
A nickel cadmium battery that is recyclable, 
powers the product you have purchased.
At the end of its useful life, under various 
state and local laws, it is illegal to dispose of 
this battery into your municipal waste 
stream.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for 
information on how to recycle this battery.
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1.10 Belt clip
You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket 
using the belt clip.
To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
1.11 Headset (optional)
Plugging an optional headset into the handset 
allows to have hands-free phone conversations. 
Please use only a Panasonic headset. See 
page 9 for accessory information.
To connect an optional headset to the 
handset
LModel shown is KX-TCA88.
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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:
LTo avoid malfunction, do not position the fax 
machine near appliances such as TVs or 
speakers which generate an intense 
magnetic field.
LThis unit may disturb the performance of 
other devices connected to the same 
telephone line.
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.
To a 
power 
outlet
(120 V, 60 Hz) Telephone 
line cordPower 
cord
(                )Power surge
protector
To a single telephone 
line jack (RJ11C)
(              )Line surge
protector
Telephone 
line cord
Filter
To a single 
telephone
line jack
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2.2 Battery charge
Place the handset on the cradle of the base unit 
for about 9 hours before initial use.
LA beep will sound and the base unit display 
will show “CHARGING” for an instant, then the 
date and time will be displayed.
Note:
LTo ensure the battery charges properly, 
clean the handset charge contacts (1) 
and the charger charge contacts (2) 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 verify the battery strength on the 
handset display.
Battery life
LBattery life is dependent on use and 
conditions, but in general if your Panasonic 
battery is fully charged:
–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).
Recharge
Recharge the battery when:
–the handset beeps intermittently while it is in 
use.
–“Recharge” is shown and 01 234 flashes 
on the handset display.
LRecharge the handset battery for more than 
15 minutes, or the display will continue 
showing the indication.
Automatic security code setting
The security code helps to avoid unauthorized 
use of your telephone line by another cordless 
telephone. Whenever you place the handset on 
the base unit, the unit will automatically select 
one of more than a million security codes.
Handset displayBattery strength
12223Fully charged
1223Medium
123Low
01 234
(flashing)Needs to be recharged.
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