Panasonic Kx Fpg381 Plain Paper Fax Operating Instructions

1. Introduction and Installation
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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329.
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):...

1. Introduction and Installation
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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}{TRANSFER}
LTo page or locate the handset
(page 45).
LTo transfer a call (page 46).
B{CALLER ID}
LTo use the Caller ID features (page 42).
C{GREETING}
LTo record a greeting message (page 61).
D{PRIVACY}
LTo use call privacy feature (page 48).
E{HOLD}
LTo put a call on hold (page 35).
F{CONF}
LTo...

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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329. displayed above the keys will change 
depending on the state of usage.
For example, “PRIVACY” is displayed 
above the left soft key (1) and “MUTE” is 
displayed above the right soft key (2).
To operate “PRIVACY” feature, press the 
left soft key (1).
To operate “MUTE” feature, press the right 
soft key (2).
LWhen a feature does not appear above a 
soft key, the soft key will not work.
B{TA L K}
LTo make/answer calls...

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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329. 2Speakerphone icon
LThis icon will be displayed when you are 
using the handset speakerphone during 
an intercom call (page 45) or a 
conference call (page 47).
LIt will be displayed while listening to 
messages (page 64).
LIt will be displayed while in the 2-way 
radio mode using the handset 
speakerphone (page 49).
LIt will be displayed while monitoring a 
room from the speaker (page 48).
3Directory icon
LThis icon...

1. Introduction and Installation
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Installation  (Bas e U nit)
1.8 Ink film
1.8.1 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...

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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).
1.8.2 Replacing the ink film
The included film roll is a complimentary starter 
ink film. To ensure that the unit operates 
properly, we recommend the use of Panasonic replacement film. See page 9 for...

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1.9 Paper tray
Insert the tabs on the paper tray (1) into the 
slots on the back of the unit (2).
Note:
LDo not place the unit in an area where the 
paper tray may be obstructed (i.e., by a wall, 
etc.).
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...

1. Introduction and Installation
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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329. LIf the paper is not inserted correctly, 
readjust the paper, or the paper may jam.
Installation  (Hand set)
1.11 Battery installation
1Insert the battery, matching the correct 
polarity (1), then push the battery down into 
the compartment (2).
2Close the battery cover.
1.12 Battery replacement
If battery performance diminishes, make sure 
you have cleaned the charge contacts and fully 
charged the battery. After...

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For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329. To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
While pressing the top of the clip (1), pull the 
right edge in the direction of the arrow (2).
1.14 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.
12
To...

2. Preparation
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2 Preparatio n 2For Fax Adva nta ge ass ista nce, call 1-80 0-4 35-7329 .
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.
2.1.1 Base unit
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...