Panasonic Kx Fpg381 Plain Paper Fax Operating Instructions

Please read these Operating 
Instructions before using the unit 
and save for future reference.
This model is designed to be 
used only in the U.S.A.
2.4 GHz Expandable
Cordless Phone System and Fax
Operating Instructions
Model No. KX-FPG381
FOR FAX ADVANTAGE ASSISTANCE:
— PHONE CALL
1-800-HELP-F AX (1-800-435-7329)
— E-MAIL TO
[email protected]
for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto 
Rico
— REFER TO 
www .panasonic.com
for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto 
Rico
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Lo cation of Co ntrols
How to use the operating instructions
When following operating instructions, always keep the front cover page (next page) open so that you will 
find easy reference to the buttons.
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Location of controls
Please keep this page open when following operating instructions. For a description of each button, see 
page 10.
Buttons (Listed in alphabetical order)
AUTO ANSWER HGREETING CNAVIGATOR O
CALLER ID BHELP MPRIVACY D
CONF FHOLD EREDIAL/PAUSE T
COPY JLOCATOR/INTERCOM ASET K
DIGITAL SP-PHONE RMAILBOX GSTOP L
ERASE PMEMO NTONE I
FAX/START KMENU QTRANSFER A
FLASH/CALL WAIT SMUTE UVO LUME  O
ABCDEI
KPS
T R Q
JL
MON
FGH
U
B
C
E
DH G FI
J A
Buttons
CONF/FUNCTION E
FLASH/CALL WAIT I...

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Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic fax machine.
Things you should keep a record of
Attach your sales receipt here.
For your future reference
Caution:
LThe Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer 
or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly 
contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the 
transmission, the date and time it is sent and an...

Safety Instructions
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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329.
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions
1For Fax Adva nta ge ass ista nce, call 1-80 0-4 35-7329 .
Important safety 
instructions
When using this unit, basic safety precautions 
should always be followed to reduce the risk of 
fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked 
on this unit.
3. Unplug this unit from power outlets before 
cleaning. Do not...

Safety Instructions
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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329. LWhen you leave the unit unused for a long 
period of time, unplug this unit from power 
outlet.
CAUTION:
Battery
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, 
read and follow these instructions.
LUse only the battery(ies) specified.
LDo not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. 
They may explode. Check with local waste 
management codes for special disposal 
instructions.
LDo not open or mutilate the battery(ies). 
Released...

For Best Performance
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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329.
For  Be st  Pe rfo r ma nce 1For Fax Adva nta ge ass ista nce, call 1-80 0-4 35-7329 .
For  Be st  Pe rfo r ma nce
For best performance
Battery charge
Place the handset on the charger for about 15 
hours before initial use.
LFor details, see page 20.
Operating distance and noise
Calls are transmitted between the base unit and 
the handset using wireless radio waves.
For maximum distance and noise-free 
operation, we recommend the...

Table of Contents
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1.   Ta ble  of  Contents1. Introduction and 
Installation
Accessories
1.1 Included accessories ..........................8
1.2 Accessory information ........................9
Finding the Controls
1.3 Overview ............................................9
1.4 Description of base unit buttons .......10
1.5 Description of handset buttons .........10
1.6 Description of base unit display........11
1.7 Description of handset display .........11
Installation (Base Unit)
1.8 Ink film...

Table of Contents
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Greeting
7.2 Recording your greeting message....61
Memo Message
7.3 Leaving a message for others or 
yourself .............................................62
Incoming Messages
7.4 Listening to recorded messages ......62
7.5 Remote operation with the handset..64
Remote Operation
7.6 Operating from a remote location .....66
8. Programmable Features
Features (Base Unit)
8.1 Base unit programming ....................68
8.2 Basic features ...................................68
8.3 Advanced...

1. Introduction and Installation
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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329.
1 Introd uction and Installation
1.1 Included accessories
*1 Part numbers are subject to change without notice.
Note:
LIf any items are missing or damaged, check with the place of purchase.
LSave the original carton and packing materials for future shipping and transportation of the unit.
No.ItemPart number*1QuantitySpecifications
1Power cord PFJA1030Z 1 ----------
2Telephone line cord PQJA10075Z 1 ----------
3Cordless...