Panasonic Kx Mb271 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions
KX-MB781
Multi-Function Printer 
Model No. KX-MB271
Do NOT connect the USB cable until prompted by the Multi-Function Station (CD-ROM).
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This pictured model is KX-MB271.
Designed to be used only in the U.S.A.
KX-MB781 only:L This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To u se this feature, you must subscribe to the 
appropriate service of your service provider.
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Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Multi-
Function Printer.
You can select English or Spanish for the language.
The display and reports will be in the selected language. 
The default setting is English. If you want to change the 
setting, see feature #110 on page 49.
Note:
LMost figures shown in these operating instructions 
are based on a KX-MB271.
Trademarks:
LMicrosoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet 
Explorer and PowerPoint are either registered 
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft...

Important Information
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Important Information Important Information
1For a ssistanc e, plea se visit http://www.p ana sonic.co m/he lp
For best performance
Toner cartridge and drum unit
LWhen replacing the toner cartridge or drum unit, do 
not allow dust, water, or liquids to come in contact 
with the drum. This may affect print quality.
LFor optimal performance, genuine Panasonic toner 
cartridges and drum units are recommended. We 
cannot be...

Table of Contents
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1.  Ta ble of Contents1. Introduction and Installation
Accessories
1.1 Included accessories .....................................6
1.2 Accessory information ...................................6
Finding the Controls
1.3 Button descriptions ........................................7
1.4 Overview .......................................................8
Installation
1.5 Toner cartridge and drum unit .......................9
1.6 Output tray...

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Troubleshooting
11.3 When a function does not work ...................66
12.Paper Jams
Jams
12.1 Recording paper jam ...................................74
12.2 Document jams (Auto document feeder) .....79
13.Cleaning
Cleaning
13.1 Cleaning the white plates and glass ............80
13.2 Cleaning the document feeder rollers..........83
14.General Information
Printed Reports
14.1 Reference lists and reports .........................84
Specifications
14.2 Specifications...

1. Introduction and Installation
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Acc ess orie s
1.1 Included accessories
*1 Prints about 500 letter-sized pages with a 5 % image 
area (page 86).
Note:
LSave the original carton and packing materials for 
future shipping and transportation of the unit.
1.2 Accessory information
Accessories for this unit can be ordered online, by fax, or 
by...

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Finding  the  Con trols
1.3 Button descriptions
* The pictured model is KX-MB781.
A{COPY}
LTo switch to the copy mode (page 16, 30).
B{SCAN}
LTo switch to the scan mode (page 16, 27).
C{COLLATE}
LTo make a collated copy (page 34).
{DIRECTORY} (KX-MB781 only)
LTo initiate the navigator directory (page 37, 38).
D{CONTRAST}
LTo select a contrast (page 30, 35).
E{RESOLUTION}
LTo select a resolution (page 30, 35)....

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1.4 Overview
1.4.1 Front view
1.4.2 Rear view
* The pictured model is KX-MB781.
Removing the shipping tape
Remove the shipping tape (1).
Note:
LShipping tape positions are subject to change 
without notice. 1Top cover
2ADF (Auto Document Feeder) cover
3Document guides
4Document cover
5Output tray
6Top cover release lever
7Document entrance
8Paper input tray
9Recording paper exit
jDocument exit
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6879j 5...

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Installa tion
1.5 Toner cartridge and drum unit
The included toner cartridge is a starter toner cartridge.
Caution:
LRead the following instructions before you begin 
installation. After you have read them, open the 
drum unit protection bag. The drum unit contains 
a photosensitive drum. Exposing it to light may 
damage the drum. Once you have opened the 
protection bag:
– Do not expose the drum unit to light...

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6Lift the top cover release lever (7) and open the top 
cover (8).
Note:
LDo not touch the transfer roller (9).
LIf the lower glass (j) is dirty, clean it with a soft 
and dry cloth.7Install the drum and toner unit (k) by holding the 
tabs.
LMake sure that the triangles (l) match, to install 
the drum and toner unit correctly.
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