Panasonic Kx Fpg378 Operating Instructions Manual

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7 Answering Mach in e Greetin g
7.1 Recording your 
greeting message
You can record your own greeting message for 
TAM/FAX mode, for a maximum of 16 seconds 
(default) or 60 seconds in length. We 
recommend you record a message of less than 
12 seconds to make it easier to receive faxes.
1Set feature #77 to “TAM/FAX” (page 73) 
beforehand.
2Press {RECORD} repeatedly to display 
“TAM GREETING”.
3Press {SET}.
LA long beep will sound.
4Speak clearly about 20 cm (8 inches) away 
from...

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Inco ming  Mes sag es
7.2 Listening to recorded 
messages using the base 
unit
When the unit has recorded new voice 
messages:
–The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator will flash 
when AUTO ANSWER is turned ON.
–The total number of recorded messages will 
flash on the base unit display.
–The unit will beep slowly if the message alert 
feature is activated (feature #42, page 72).
7.2.1 To play back messages
Press {PLAY MESSAGES}.
LOnly new messages will be played.
LAdjust the speaker volume...

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7.2.2 Erasing recorded 
messages
To erase a specific message
Press {ERASE} while listening to the message 
you want to erase.
To erase all messages
1.Press {ERASE}.
2.Press {SET}.
3.Press {SET} again.
7.3 Listening to recorded 
messages using the 
handset (Remote 
operation)
When the unit has recorded new voice 
messages, “New message” is displayed.
7.3.1 To play back messages
1Press {MENU}.
L“Message play” is displayed.
2Press {Select} (soft key 1).
LThe unit will announce the...

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To playback all messages
Press {5}.
LAll messages are played back.
To stop playback temporarily
Press {9}.
LTo resume operation, enter a remote 
command within 10 seconds.
To turn OFF the AUTO ANSWER mode
Press {0}.
LThe receiving mode will be set to TEL mode.
To turn ON the AUTO ANSWER mode
Press {8}.
LWhen AUTO ANSWER is turned ON, the 
receiving mode will be set to FAX ONLY or 
TAM/FAX mode, depending on the setting of 
feature #77 (page 73).
If you have subscribed to a Caller...

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Remote Operation
7.5 Operating from a remote location
You can call your unit from a remote location and access the answering machine.
Important:
LProgram the remote operation ID beforehand (feature #11 on page 69, or page 77).
LSet the unit to TAM/FAX mode before going out (page 52).
LUse a touch tone telephone for remote operations.
Helpful hints:
LWhen you press a key, press firmly.
LPlease make a copy of the following table, and carry it with you when you go out.
7.5.1 Summary...

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7.5.2 Remote operation using 
remote commands
{1} Repeat (During playback)
LThe current message is repeated.
LIf pressed within 5 seconds of playback, the 
previous message will be played.
{2} Skip (During playback)
LThe current message is skipped. The next 
message is played.
{4} New message playback
LOnly new messages are played back.
{5} All message playback
LAll messages are played back.
{6} Room monitor
LThe unit will monitor the sound for about 30 
seconds in the room....

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Option
7.6 Transferring recorded 
messages to another 
telephone
This feature allows your unit to call a designated 
telephone number each time an incoming voice 
message is recorded. You can retrieve the 
transferred message via remote operation.
Important:
LTo use this feature, program the transfer 
telephone number first (feature #60, page 
72) and set the unit to TAM/FAX mode.
7.6.1 How this feature works
1An incoming voice message is recorded in 
your unit.
2Your unit calls...

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your pager will display the caller’s telephone 
number.
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8 Progra mma ble  Features Features (Base Unit)
8.1 Base unit programming
1Press {MENU}.
2Press {#} and the 2-digit code.
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}.
8.2 Direct command chart for base unit
For more details on the features, see page 69 to page 73.
{SET}{MENU}
FeatureFeature codeDirect commandPage
Quick Setup{0}{0}{1}: “TAM/FAX”...

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Distinctive Ring{3}{1}{1}: “ON” {2}: “OFF” (default) page 55
Fax ring pattern{3}{2}{1}: “A” {2}: “B” {3}: “C” {4}: “D” 
{5}: “B-D” (default)page 56
Quick scan{3}{4}{1}: “ON” {2}: “OFF” (default) page 71
Receiving reduction{3}{6}{1}: “72%” {2}: “86%” 
{3}: “92%” (default) {4}: “100%”page 71
Display contrast{3}{9}{1}: “NORMAL” (default) 
{2}: “DARKER”page 71
Fax activation code{4}{1}{1}: “ON” (default) {2}: “OFF”page 72
Message alert{4}{2}{1}: “ON” {2}: “OFF” (default) page 72...