Panasonic Kx Fpg391 Operating Instructions Manual

							1. Introduction and Installation
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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
While pressing the top of the clip (1), pull the 
right edge in the direction of the arrow (2).
1.12 Headset (optional)
Connecting an optional headset to the handset 
allows hands-free phone conversations. Please 
use only a Panasonic headset. See page 10 
for accessory information.
To connect an optional headset to the 
handset
LModel shown is KX-TCA88.
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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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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.
LIf any other device is connected to the same 
telephone line, this unit may disturb the 
network condition of the device.
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 (3).
If you use this unit with a computer or 
subscribe to an xDSL service
Fax transmission/reception may be disturbed, 
noise interference may be heard during 
telephone conversation, or Caller ID (page 43) 
may not function properly. A filter to prevent this 
is provided from your service company. Please attach the filter (1) to the telephone line cord of 
the fax machine.
2.1.2 Charger unit
Note:
LUSE ONLY WITH the included Panasonic AC 
adaptor.
LThe AC adaptor must remain connected at all 
times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel 
warm during use.)
LThe AC adaptor should be connected to a 
vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC 
outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a 
ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of 
the adaptor may cause it to become 
disconnected. 1Telephone line cord
LConnect to a single telephone line jack 
(RJ11).
2Power cord
LConnect to the power outlet
(120 V, 60 Hz).
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1AC adaptor
LConnect to the power outlet
(120 V, 60 Hz).
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2.2 Wall mounting the 
charger
The charger can be wall mounted. Install screws 
(1) using the wall template below. Mount the 
charger (2), slide it down (3), then slide down 
to the right (4) until it is secured.
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3
4
2.45 cm
(31/32)
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Wall Template
2.45 cm
(31/32)
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2.3 Battery charge
Place the handset on the charger for about 6 
hours before initial use.
LThe unit beeps once, the [CHARGE] 
indicator (1) will light, and “Charging” will 
be displayed.
LWhen the battery is fully charged, “Charge 
completed” will be displayed if there is no 
new caller information received (page 43).
Note:
LTo ensure the battery charges properly, 
clean the handset charge contacts (2) 
and the charger charge contacts (3) 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 confirm the battery strength on the 
handset display.
Battery life
LAfter your Panasonic battery is fully charged, 
you can expect the following performance:–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 charger).
–it should last up to 3 hours while using the 
clarity booster feature (page 35).
Note:
LBattery power is consumed whenever the 
handset is off the charger, even when the 
handset is not in use. The longer you leave 
the handset off the charger, the time you can 
actually talk on the handset will be 
shortened. Actual battery performance 
depends on a combination of how often the 
handset is in use (in conversation) and how 
often it is not in use (off the charger).
LOnce the battery is fully charged, you do not 
have to place the handset on the charger until 
“Recharge battery” is displayed and/or 
0688754 flashes. This will maximize the 
battery life.
Recharge
Recharge the battery when:
–“Recharge battery” is shown and/or 
0688754 flashes on the handset display.
–the handset beeps intermittently while it is in 
use.
LRecharge the handset battery for more than 
15 minutes, or the display will continue 
showing the indication.
LIf the battery has been discharged, the 
handset will display “Charge for 6 HRS” 
and 68885 when you place the handset on 
the charger. The handset will not work unless 
the battery is charged. Continue charging.
Battery iconsBattery strength
67775Fully charged
68775Medium
68875Low
0688754
(flashing)Needs to be recharged.
68885Discharged
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2.4 Selecting the way to 
use your fax machine
Depending on your situation, you can select the 
way you prefer to use your fax machine in Quick 
Setup feature #00.
You can print out the Quick Setup Guide as a 
reference.
–Case 1: TAM/FAX (Telephone Answering 
Machine/Fax) (page 24)
–Case 2: Distinctive Ring (1 phone line with 2 
or more phone numbers) (page 25)
–Case 3: TEL ONLY (page 26)
–Case 4: FAX ONLY (page 28)
1Press {MENU}.
2Press {#} then {0}{0}.
QUICK SETUP
PRESS SET
3Press {SET}.
PRINT SETUP?
YES:SET/NO:STOP
4Press {SET} again to print the Quick Setup 
Guide.
LIf you do not wish to print it, press 
{STOP}.
5Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the 
desired setting.
6Press {SET}.
7Press {MENU}.
{SET}
{STOP}
{MENU} {A}{B}
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2.5 Case 1: TAM/FAX 
(Telephone Answering 
Machine/Fax)
2.5.1 Your situation
You wish to answer phone calls using the 
telephone answering machine and receive faxes 
automatically.
2.5.2 How to setup
1Press {MENU}.
2Press {#} then {0}{0}.
QUICK SETUP
PRESS SET
3Press {SET}.
PRINT SETUP?
YES:SET/NO:STOP
4Press {SET} again to print the Quick Setup 
Guide.
LIf you do not wish to print it, press 
{STOP}.
5Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the 
following.
SELECT A SETUP
=TAM/FAX [±]
6Press {SET}.
LThe {AUTO ANSWER} indicator turns 
ON.
7Press {MENU}.
Note:
LYou can change the ring setting in TAM/FAX 
mode (feature #06 on page 75, or page 84).LDo not connect an answering machine to the 
same telephone line. If one is connected, set 
the automatic answer feature on this unit to 
OFF.
LDo not subscribe to voice mail service as it 
may disturb fax reception. If you do subscribe 
to a voice mail service, call Panasonic Fax 
Advantage assistance at 1-800-435-7329 for 
more information.
2.5.3 How phone calls and faxes 
are received
When receiving calls, the unit works as a fax and 
answering machine.
LIf the call is a phone call, the fax machine will 
record the caller’s message automatically.
If a fax calling tone is detected, the fax 
machine will receive the fax automatically.
AUTO ANSWER
{SET}
{STOP}
{MENU} {A}{B}
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2.6 Case 2: Distinctive 
Ring (1 phone line with 2 
or more phone numbers)
2.6.1 Your situation
You wish to use this unit to receive faxes using 
one phone number and to handle phone calls 
using another phone number. You must get an 
additional phone number by subscribing to your 
telephone company’s Distinctive Ring service.
LDistinctive Ring service may be called Identa 
Ring service. The name of the service 
depends on the telephone company.
2.6.2 How to setup
1Subscribe to Distinctive Ring service with 
your local telephone company to get a new 
phone number.
2Press {MENU}.
3Press {#} then {0}{0}.
QUICK SETUP
PRESS SET
4Press {SET}.
PRINT SETUP?
YES:SET/NO:STOP
5Press {SET} again to print the Quick Setup 
Guide.
LIf you do not wish to print it, press 
{STOP}.
6Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the 
following.
SELECT A SETUP
=DIST. RING [±]
7Press {SET}.LThe {AUTO A NSWER} indicator turns 
ON.
8Press {MENU}.
Note:
LYou can change the ring setting in TAM/FAX 
mode (feature #06 on page 75, or page 84).
2.6.3 How phone calls and faxes 
are received
If the number assigned for phone calls is called, 
the fax machine will ring and record a voice 
message automatically.
If the number assigned for fax is called, the fax 
machine will ring and start fax reception 
automatically.
If you subscribe to three or more phone 
numbers on a single telephone line
Each phone number will be assigned a different 
ring pattern by the phone company.
To use one number for fax, program the ring 
pattern assigned for fax (feature #32 on page 62) 
by referring to the ring pattern table (page 61).AUTO ANSWER
{SET}
{STOP}
{MENU} {A}{B}
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2.7 Case 3: TEL ONLY
2.7.1 Your situation
You wish to use the fax machine and an 
extension telephone in a different room. Most 
incoming calls are phone calls and the fax 
machine is seldom used for fax reception.
2.7.2 How to setup
1Press {MENU}.
2Press {#} then {0}{0}.
QUICK SETUP
PRESS SET
3Press {SET}.
PRINT SETUP?
YES:SET/NO:STOP
4Press {SET} again to print the Quick Setup 
Guide.
LIf you do not wish to print it, press 
{STOP}.
5Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the 
following.
SELECT A SETUP
=TEL ONLY [±]
6Press {SET}.
LThe {AUTO A NSWER} indicator turns 
OFF.
7Press {MENU}.
2.7.3 How to receive phone calls 
and faxes
You have to answer all calls manually.
You can receive a fax with the base unit, handset 
or an extension telephone.
With the base unit
1.Press {SP-PHONE} to answer the call.
2.When:
–document reception is required,
–a fax calling tone (slow beep) is heard, or
–no sound is heard,
press {FAX/START}.
LThe fax machine will start fax reception.
With the handset
1.Lift the handset and press {TA L K} or {SP-
PHONE} to answer the call.
2.When:
–document reception is required,
–a fax calling tone (slow beep) is heard, or
–no sound is heard,
press {*}{#}{9} (default fax activation 
code) firmly.
LThe fax machine will start fax reception.
LYou can also press {FAX/START} on the 
base unit.
Note:
LTo receive fax documents using the handset, 
make sure remote fax activation is turned ON 
(feature #41 on page 77) beforehand. The 
default setting is ON.
With an extension telephone
If you have another telephone connected to the 
same line (extension telephone), you can use 
the extension telephone to receive faxes.
1.When the extension telephone rings, lift the 
handset of the extension telephone.
2.When:
–document reception is required,
–a fax calling tone (slow beep) is heard, or
–no sound is heard,
press {*}{#}{9} (default fax activation 
code) firmly.
LThe fax machine will start fax reception.
3.Replace the handset.
AUTO ANSWER
{FAX/START}
{SET}{A}{B}
{SP-PHONE}{MENU}
{STOP}
{TALK}
{SP-PHONE}
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LTo receive fax documents using the 
extension telephone, make sure remote fax 
activation is turned ON (feature #41 on page 
77) beforehand. The default setting is ON.
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2.8 Case 4: FAX ONLY
2.8.1 Your situation
You wish to use the fax machine only for fax 
reception/transmission.
2.8.2 How to setup
1Press {MENU}.
2Press {#} then {0}{0}.
QUICK SETUP
PRESS SET
3Press {SET}
PRINT SETUP?
YES:SET/NO:STOP
4Press {SET} again to print the Quick Setup 
Guide.
LIf you do not wish to print it, press 
{STOP}.
5Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the 
following.
SELECT A SETUP
=FAX ONLY [±]
6Press {SET}.
LThe {AUTO ANSWER} indicator turns 
ON.
7Press {MENU}.
Note:
LYou can change the ring setting in feature 
#06 (page 75).
2.8.3 How faxes are received
Leave AUTO ANSWER turned ON. When the 
other party sends a fax, the fax machine will 
receive it automatically.
AUTO ANSWER
{SET}
{STOP}
{MENU} {A}{B}
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