Panasonic Kx Fpg378 Operating Instructions Manual

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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 battery can be accepted by fax and 
telephone.
–Replacement film
*1 (KX-FA92): 35 m (114) 
× 2 rolls (Each roll will print about 113 letter-
sized pages.)
–Battery (HHR-P104A)
–Headset (KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-
TCA88, KX-TCA88HA, 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. The ink film is not 
reusable. Do not rewind and use the 
ink film again.
To place an order online (for customers in 
the U.S.A. ONLY)
Visit our web site:
http://www.panasonic.com/kx-fa92
LFor questions regarding online orders:
E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone: 1-866-888-2929
To place an order by fax (replacement film 
and battery 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 battery only)
Telephone: 1-800-332-5368
Fin ding th e Contro ls
1.3 Description of base 
unit buttons
LKeep the front cover page open for button 
locations.
A{MIC}
LThe built-in microphone.
B{CALLER ID}
LTo use Caller ID features (page 41).
C{LOCATOR/INTERCOM}
LTo page or locate the handset
(page 45).
LTo transfer a call (page 45).
D{RECORD}
LTo record a greeting message (page 59).
LTo record a memo message (page 62).
E{PLAY MESSAGES}
LTo play recorded messages (page 60).
F{ERASE}
LTo erase recorded messages (page 61).
LTo erase a recorded greeting message 
(page 59).
G{AUTO ANSWER}
LTo turn the AUTO ANSWER setting 
ON/OFF (page 51, 52).
H{TONE}
LTo change from pulse to tone temporarily 
during dialing when your line has rotary 
pulse services.
I{COPY}
LTo copy a document (page 57).
J{FAX/START}{SET}
LTo start sending or receiving a fax.
LTo store a setting during programming.
K{STOP}
LTo stop an operation or programming.
L{HELP}
LTo print helpful information for quick 
reference (page 27).
M{MENU}
LTo initiate or exit programming (page 67).
N{SLOW}
LTo slow down message playback (page 
60).
O{VO LUME}{NAVIGATOR}
LTo adjust volume (page 28).
LTo search for a stored item (page 37, 49).
P{QUICK}
LTo speed up message playback (page 
60).
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Q{SP-PHONE}
LFor speakerphone operation (page 33, 
34).
R{MUTE}
LTo mute your voice to the other party 
during a conversation. Press this button 
again to resume the conversation.
S{FLASH/CALL WAIT}
LTo access special telephone services 
such as call waiting (page 40) or for 
transferring extension calls.
LThe flash time can be changed (feature 
#72 on page 73, or page 76).
T{REDIAL/PAUSE}
LTo redial the last number dialed from the 
base unit (page 33).
LTo insert a pause during dialing.
1.4 Description of handset 
buttons
LKeep the front cover page open for button 
locations.
ASoft keys
LTwo soft keys are used to select functions 
displayed directly above each key. 
Functions displayed above the keys will 
change depending on the state of usage.
Example:
“(VE)” is displayed above the left soft key 
(1) and “Mute” is displayed above the right 
soft key (2).
To select “(VE)” function, press the left soft 
key (1).
To select “Mute” function, press the right soft 
key (2).
LWhen a function does not appear above a 
soft key, the soft key has no function.
B{TA L K}
LTo make/answer calls (page 32, 34).
C{SP-PHONE}
LFor speakerphone operation (page 32).
D{TONE}
LTo change from pulse to tone temporarily 
during dialing when your line has rotary 
pulse services.
E{HOLD/INTERCOM}
LTo put a call on hold (page 32).
LTo page the base unit (page 45).
LTo transfer a call (page 45).
F{VO L.}, Navigator 
LTo adjust volume (page 27).
LTo search for a stored item (page 36).
G{OFF}
LTo hang up (page 32, 34).
LTo stop an operation or programming.
H{MENU}
LTo initiate programming (page 74).
I{FLASH/CALL WAIT}
LTo access special telephone services 
such as call waiting (page 40) or for 
transferring extension calls.
        J  5Talk
00-00-32
K(VE)     MuteL
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#72 on page 73, or page 76).
J{REDIAL}
LTo redial one of the last 5 numbers dialed 
from the handset (page 32).
Handset displayed items
Displayed itemMeaning
JVoice enhancer is ON.
5Battery strength
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1.5 Overview
1.5.1 Base unit1.5.2 Handset
1 CHARGE indicator
2 Document guides
3 Paper tray
4 Metal recording paper guide
5 Recording paper entrance
6 Recording paper exit
7 Tension plate
8 Antenna
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 Ringer/Message alert indicator
2 Antenna
3 Receiver
4 Headset jack
5 Microphone
6 Speaker
3 2
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Installation  (Bas e U nit)
1.6 Ink film
The included film roll is a starter ink film.
1.6.1 Installing the ink film
Important:
LRemove all the blue shipping tape from 
the unit before installation.
1Open the front cover by pulling up the center 
part.
2Release the back cover by pushing the green 
button (1).
LYou can also release the back cover by 
pushing in the green lever (2).
3Open the back cover.
4Insert the front ink film roll by inserting its 
blue gear into the left slot of the unit (1). 
Insert the rear ink film roll by inserting its 
white gear into the left slot of the unit (2).
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 (2) are installed as shown.
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5Turn the gear of the blue core (1) in the 
direction of the arrow until the ink film is tight 
(2).
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.
Correct
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2
Tight 1 turn
3
Incorrect
The ink film is not wrapped 
around the blue core.
Slack/Crease
Reverse
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1.6.2 Replacing the 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 
13).
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 13).
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.
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Note:
LWhen you use letter or legal paper, you do 
not need to install the A4 paper guide.
LChange the recording paper size to “A4” 
(feature #16 on page 70).
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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 refer to page 97 for 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).
4Push the tension plate back (1).
LIf the paper is not inserted correctly, 
readjust the paper, or the paper may jam.
Ins ta llation (Ha nds et)
1
Correct Incorrect
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1.9 Battery installation
1Insert the battery (1), and press it down until 
it snaps into the compartment.
2Close the battery cover.
1.10 Battery replacement
If battery performance diminishes, make sure 
you have cleaned the charge contacts and fully 
charged the battery. After recharging if 
“Recharge battery” is displayed and/or 
68879 continues to flash, or “Charge for 6h” 
and 68889 are displayed, the battery needs to be 
replaced.
Please use only Panasonic battery. See page 
9 for accessory information.
LOnly use rechargeable battery. If you 
install non-rechargeable battery and start 
charging them, the battery may leak 
electrolyte.
1Press the notch on the battery cover firmly, 
and slide the cover.
2Replace the old battery with a new one, and 
close the cover (see the battery installation 
procedure on page 17).
Attention:
A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable 
powers the product you have purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on 
how to recycle this battery.
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1.11 Belt clip
You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket 
using the included belt clip.
To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
Pull the left edge in the direction of the arrow.
1.12 Headset (optional)
Connecting an optional headset to the handset 
allows 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.
 
To switch to the speakerphone while using 
the headset:
Press {SP-PHONE}. To return to the 
headset, press {TA L K}.
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