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5.1.2 Using the auto document feeder
1
If the {COPY} light is OFF, turn it ON by pressing 
{COPY}.
2Set the original (page 17).
3If necessary, change the resolution and contrast 
according to the type of document.
LTo select the resolution, see page 30.
LTo select the contrast, see page 30.
4If necessary, enter the number of copies (up to 99).
5{START}
LThe unit will start copying.
6After you finish copying, press {STOP} to reset the 
settings you set in step 3 and 4.
Note:
LTo stop copying, see page 61.
5.2 More copying features
LMake sure that the {COPY} light is ON.
5.2.1 To enlarge/reduce a document
1
Set the original (page 17).
2Press {ZOOM} repeatedly to select the enlargement 
/ reduction rate that fits the size of your document 
and recording paper.
–“ZOOM  =100%”
–“50%”
–“200%”
–“LTR>A4”
–“A4>LTR”
–“LGL>A4”
–“LGL>LTR”
LIf you select “ZOOM  =100%”, press {V} or {^} 
repeatedly to change the enlargement / 
reduction rate by 1% at a time from “25%” to 
“400%”.
You can also enter the desired percentage 
specifically by using the dial keys.
3{SET} i {START}
4After you finish copying, press {STOP} to reset this 
feature.
Note:
LEnlargement / reduction copy is not available for 
quick ID copy feature (page 32), poster feature (page 
33) or N in 1 feature (page 33).
LYou can hold the previous zoom (enlargement / 
reduction) setting (feature #468 on page 55).
LWhen using the scanner glass, the unit will only 
enlarge the right top corner of the document starting 
from the m mark on the unit.
LWhen using the auto document feeder, the unit 
will only enlarge the center of the upper part of the 
document. To make an enlarged copy of the bottom 
of the document, turn the document around, and 
then make a copy.
{COPY}{STOP}
{START}
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Example: 150% enlarged copy
Using the scanner glass (1):
Using the auto document feeder:
Example: 70% reduced copy
Using the scanner glass (1):
Using the auto document feeder:5.2.2 To copy 2-sided documents onto 1 
page (Quick ID copy feature) (Scanner 
glass only)
You can make copies of both sides of 2-sided documents 
and print them on the same side of paper. The 
documents will not be reduced to fit the recording paper, 
so this feature is useful for copying small sized 
documents such as business cards.
1Set the original (page 17).
LTo make a landscape copy, set the original in 
landscape direction. To make a portrait copy, set 
the original in portrait direction.
LThe scanning area changes according to the 
selected setting in step 3. See the following table 
for details. The shaded area will be scanned.
2Press {PA G E  L AYO U T} repeatedly to select “QUIK 
ID COPY”. i {SET}
3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the number of 
original documents from “2 in 1”, “4 in 1” or “8 
in 1”. i {SET}
4Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the page layout 
from “LANDSCAPE” or “PORTRAIT”. i {SET}
5Enter the number of copies (up to 99). i {START}
LThe unit will scan 1 page. 
6To continue scanning, place the next document on 
the scanner glass and press {SET}. Repeat this until 
all the documents are scanned.
LThe unit will start copying.
LYou can press {START} anytime to start copying.
7After you finish copying, press {STOP} to reset this 
feature. Original document Enlarged copy
Original document Enlarged copy
Original document Reduced copy
Original document Reduced copy
1
1
Original documentPage layout
“2 in 1”“LANDSCAPE”
“PORTRAIT”
“4 in 1”“LANDSCAPE”
“PORTRAIT”
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Note:
LYou can save the previous page layout setting 
(feature #467 on page 55).
5.2.3 To make a poster size copy (Poster 
feature) (Scanner glass only)
You can make copies divided in to 4 (“2 × 2”) or 9 (“3 
× 3”) sections to make enlarged copies of the individual 
sections. You can then glue them together to make a 
poster.
1Set the original (page 17).
2Press {PA G E  L AYO U T} repeatedly to select 
“POSTER”. i {SET}
3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “2 × 2” or “3 
× 3”. i {SET}
4Enter the number of copies (up to 99). i {START}
5After you finish copying, press {STOP} to reset this 
feature.
Note:
LYou can save the previous page layout setting 
(feature #467 on page 55).
5.2.4 To copy several pages onto 1 page (N 
in 1 feature)
You can save paper by copying 2, 4 or 8 pages onto 1 
page. The documents will be reduced to fit the recording 
paper.
1Set the original (page 17).
LTo make a portrait copy, set the original in portrait 
direction. To make a landscape copy, set the 
original in landscape direction.
2Press {PA G E  L AYO U T} repeatedly to select “N in 
1”. i {SET}
3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the number of 
original documents from “2 in 1”, “4 in 1” or “8 
in 1”. i {SET}
4Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the layout from 
“PORTRAIT” or “LANDSCAPE”. i {SET}
5Enter the number of copies (up to 99).
6When using the scanner glass:
1.{START}
LThe unit will scan 1 page.
2.Place the next document on the scanner glass 
and press {SET}. Repeat this until all the 
documents are scanned.
LThe unit will start copying.
LYou can press {START} anytime to start 
copying.
When using the auto document feeder:
{START}
7After you finish copying, press {STOP} to reset this 
feature. “8 in 1”“LANDSCAPE”
“PORTRAIT”
Original documentPage layout
Original documentPage layout
“2 in 1”“PORTRAIT”
“LANDSCAPE”
“4 in 1”“PORTRAIT”
“LANDSCAPE”
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Note:
LYou can save the previous page layout setting 
(feature #467 on page 55).
5.2.5 To collate multiple copies
The unit can collate multiple copies in the same order as 
the original document pages.
1Set the original (page 17).
2Press {COLLATE} repeatedly to display “ON”.
3{SET}
4Enter the number of copies (up to 99).
5When using the scanner glass:
1.{START}
LThe unit will scan 1 page.
2.Place the next document on the scanner glass 
and press {SET}. Repeat this until all the 
documents are scanned, then press {START}.
LThe unit will start copying.
When using the auto document feeder:
{START}
6After you finish copying, press {STOP} to reset this 
feature.
Note:
LTo make 1 set of collate copy first, press {COLLATE} 
repeatedly to display “PROOF SET” in step 2. The 
unit will make 1 set of collate copy and stop 
temporarily so you can check whether the copy is 
made as you expected. If the copy is correct, press 
{START} to continue copying.
If the copy is not correct, press {STOP} and start 
again from the beginning.
During poster feature
1.Set the original and enter necessary settings for 
poster size copy (steps 2 to 3 on “5.2.3 To make a 
poster size copy (Poster feature) (Scanner glass 
only)”, page 33).
2.Press {COLLATE} repeatedly to display “ON” and 
continue copying (steps 3 to 6 on “5.2.5 To collate 
multiple copies”, page 34).
During N in 1 feature
1.Set the original and enter necessary settings for N in 
1 copy (steps 2 to 4 on “5.2.4 To copy several pages 
onto 1 page (N in 1 feature)”, page 33).
2.Press {COLLATE} repeatedly to display “ON” and 
continue copying (steps 3 to 6 on “5.2.5 To collate 
multiple copies”, page 34).
Example: Making 2 copies of a 4-page original 
document
Note:
LThe unit will store the documents into memory while 
collating the copies. If memory becomes full while 
storing, the unit will only print out the stored pages.
Copy reservation
You can reserve your copy;
– while the unit is printing documents from your 
computer.
– while the unit is printing received fax documents (KX-
MB781 only).
1.Set the original (page 17).
2.While “PC PRINTING” or “PRINTING” (KX-MB781 
only) is displayed, press {COPY}.
3.Make necessary settings such as number of copies, 
resolution, zoom features and page layout features. 
i {START}
L“COPY RESERVED” will be displayed. The unit 
will start copying after the current printing job. “8 in 1”“PORTRAIT”
“LANDSCAPE”
Original documentPage layout
Collated pages Uncollated pages
4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
4
4
3
3
2
2
1
1
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6 Fax  (KX-MB781  on ly ) Sen ding Faxes
6.1 Sending a fax manually
6.1.1 Using the scanner glass
By using the scanner glass, you can send a page from 
booklets or small size paper that cannot be sent with the 
auto document feeder.
1If the {FA X} light is OFF, turn it ON by pressing 
{FA X}.
2Set the original (page 17).
3If necessary, change the resolution and contrast 
according to the type of document.
LTo select the resolution, see page 35.
LTo select the contrast, see page 35.
4Dial the fax number.
LTo send a single page, skip to step 7.
LTo send multiple pages, go to the next step.
5Press {QUICK SCAN} to scan the document into 
memory.
Example:PAGES=01 01%
STANDARD
u
SCAN:PRESS SET
SEND:PRESS START
6Place the next page on the scanner glass. i 
{SET}
LTo send more pages, repeat this step.
7{START}
Note:
LTo stop sending, see page 61.
LYou can change the default operation mode (feature 
#463 on page 50) and the timer before returning to 
the default operation mode (feature #464 on page 
51).
To select the resolution
Press {RESOLUTION} repeatedly.
–“STANDARD”: For normal-sized characters.
–“FINE”: For small-sized characters.
–“SUPER FINE”: For very small-sized characters.
–“PHOTO”: For photographs, shaded drawings, etc.
LUsing the “FINE”, “SUPER FINE” and “PHOTO” 
settings will increase transmission time.
To select the contrast
You can adjust this setting depending on the darkness or 
lightness of the document. 5 levels (light to dark) are 
available.
Press {CONTRAST} repeatedly.
Note:
LYou can hold the previous contrast setting (feature 
#462 on page 50).
To redial the last number
{REDIAL} i {START}
LIf the line is busy, the unit will automatically redial the 
number.
Note:
LTo stop sending, see page 61.
Reserving the fax transmission (Dual Access)
You can reserve the fax transmission even when the unit 
is just receiving a fax or sending a fax from memory.
– Up to 3 reservations when sending
– Up to 4 reservations when receiving
1.Set the original during fax reception or fax memory 
transmission.
2.Enter the fax number using the dial keypad, one-
touch dial or navigator directory.
3. When using the scanner glass, press {QUICK 
SCAN}. The unit will scan 1 page. Place the next 
document on the scanner glass and press {SET}. 
Repeat this until all the documents are scanned, then 
press {START}.
When using the auto document feeder, press 
{START}.
LIf the document exceeds the memory capacity, 
transmission will be canceled. You must send the 
entire document manually.
Printing a confirmation report
A confirmation report provides you with a printed record 
of transmission results. To print confirmation reports, 
make sure feature #401 is activated (page 52). For an 
explanation of error messages, see page 63.
Printing a journal report
A journal report provides you with a printed record of the 
30 most recent faxes. To print it manually, see page 84. 
To print it automatically after every 30 new fax 
transmissions and receptions, make sure feature #402 is 
{SET}{RESOLUTION}
{QUICK SCAN}
{CONTRAST}
{FAX}{START}
{REDIAL}
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activated (page 52). For an explanation of error 
messages, see page 63.
6.1.2 Using the auto document feeder
1
If the {FA X} light is OFF, turn it ON by pressing 
{FA X}.
2Set the original (page 17).
3If necessary, change the resolution and contrast 
according to the type of document.
LTo select the resolution, see page 35.
LTo select the contrast, see page 35.
4{MONITOR}
5Dial the fax number. i {START}
Note:
LTo stop sending, see page 61.
LSee page 17 for document requirements.
LDo not open the document cover when sending a fax 
with the auto document feeder.
Pre-dialing a fax number
1.Enter the fax number.
2.Set the original. i {START}
Sending from memory (Quick scan feature)
1.Set the original.
2.Enter the fax number. i {QUICK SCAN}
6.2 Storing items for the one-
touch dial feature and navigator 
directory
The unit provides the one-touch dial feature (6 items) 
and navigator directory (100 items).
LStation 1 and 2 can be used alternatively as 
broadcast keys (page 38).
LMake sure that the {FA X} light is ON.
6.2.1 Storing one-touch dial item
1
Press {MENU} repeatedly to display “DIRECTORY 
SET”.
2Select the desired station key.
For stations 1–3:
1.Press one of the station keys.
Example:STATION 1
DIAL MODE [V^]
2.{SET}
For stations 4–6:
Press {LOWER}, then press one of the station keys.
3Enter the name, up to 16 characters (see page 60 for 
character entry). i {SET}
4Enter the telephone number, up to 32 digits. i 
{SET}
LTo program other items, repeat steps 2 to 4.
5{STOP}
Note:
LA hyphen or a space entered in a telephone number 
counts as 2 digits.
6.2.2 Storing navigator directory items
1
Press {MENU} repeatedly to display “DIRECTORY 
SET”. i {>}
2Enter the name, up to 16 characters (see page 60 for 
character entry). i {SET}
3Enter the telephone number, up to 32 digits. i 
{SET}
LTo program other items, repeat steps 2 to 3.
{FAX}
{QUICK SCAN}
{MONITOR} {START}{V}{^}{
>}{SET}{FAX}
{MENU}{STOP}{DIRECTORY}
{LOWER} Station keys
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4{MENU}
Note:
LA hyphen or a space entered in a telephone number 
counts as 2 digits.
6.2.3 Editing a stored item
1
{DIRECTORY}
2Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired 
item. i {MENU} i {*}
3Edit the name if necessary. For further details, see 
the storing procedure on page 36. i {SET}
4Edit the telephone number if necessary. For further 
details, see the storing procedure on page 36. i 
{SET}
6.2.4 Erasing a stored item
1
{DIRECTORY}
2Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired 
item. i {MENU} i {#}
LTo cancel erasing, press {STOP}.
3{SET}
6.3 Sending a fax using one-
touch dial feature and navigator 
directory
Before using this feature, store the desired names and 
telephone numbers into one-touch dial feature and 
navigator directory (page 36).
LMake sure that the {FA X} light is ON.
6.3.1 Using the scanner glass
1
Set the original (page 17).
2If necessary, change to the desired resolution (page 
35) and the desired contrast (page 35).
3Enter the fax number.
Using stations 1–3:
Press the desired station key.
Using stations 4–6:
Press {LOWER}, then press the desired station key.
Using navigator directory:
Press {DIRECTORY}, then press {V} or {^} 
repeatedly to display the desired item.
LTo send a single page, skip to step 6.
LTo send multiple pages, go to the next step.
4Press {QUICK SCAN} to scan the document into 
memory.
5Place the next page. i {SET}
LTo send more pages, repeat this step.
6{START}
To search for a name by initial
Example: “LISA”
1.{DIRECTORY}
2.Press {V} or {^} to initiate the navigator directory.
3.Press {5} repeatedly to display any name with the 
initial “L” (see page 60 for character entry).
LTo search for symbols, press {*}.
4.Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display “LISA”.
LTo stop the search, press {STOP}.
Fax auto redial
If the line is busy or if there is no answer, the unit will 
automatically redial the number.
Note:
LTo stop sending, see page 61.
6.3.2 Using the auto document feeder
1
Set the original (page 17).
2If necessary, change to the desired resolution (page 
35) and the desired contrast (page 35).
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3Enter the fax number using one-touch dial or 
navigator directory.
4{START}
6.4 Broadcast transmission
By storing one-touch dial and navigator directory items 
(page 36) into the broadcast memory, you can send the 
same document to multiple parties (up to 20). Your 
programmed items will remain in the broadcast memory, 
allowing frequent re-use.
LThe broadcast function utilizes stations 1–2. The 
one-touch dial function will be canceled.
LMake sure that the {FA X} light is ON.
6.4.1 Programming items into the 
broadcast memory
1
Press {MENU} repeatedly to display “DIRECTORY 
SET”.
2Select the desired broadcast key.
For BROADCAST:
1.{BROADCAST}
2.Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select 
“BROADCAST”.
For MANUAL BROADCAST:
1.{MANUAL BROAD}
2.Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “MANUAL 
BROAD”.
3{SET}
4Program items.
Using stations 1–3:
Press the desired station key.
Using stations 4–6:
Press {LOWER}, then press the desired station key.
Using navigator directory:
Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired 
item. i {SET}
Using the dial keypad (only for MANUAL 
BROAD):
Enter the fax number. i {SET}
LThe number in brackets indicates the number of 
registered items.
LTo program other items, repeat this step (up to 20 
items).
LIf you have programmed the wrong item, press 
{STOP} to erase the item.
5{SET}
LTo program another broadcast key, repeat steps 
2 to 5.
6{STOP}
6.4.2 Adding a new item into the broadcast 
memory
1
{DIRECTORY}
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2Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired 
broadcast memory (“” or “”). i {MENU} i {*}
3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired 
item you want to add. i {SET}
LTo add other items, repeat this step (up to 20 
items).
4{STOP}
Note:
LWhen adding new items to the MANUAL 
BROADCAST memory, you can only select stored 
items.
6.4.3 Erasing a stored item from the 
broadcast memory
1
{DIRECTORY}
2Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired 
broadcast memory (“” or “”). i {MENU} i {#}
3Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired 
item you want to erase.
LTo cancel erasing, press {STOP}.
4{SET} i {SET} i {STOP}
6.4.4 Sending the same document to pre-
programmed parties
To send the same document using the scanner glass
1.Set the original (page 17).
2.If necessary, change to the desired resolution (page 
35) and the desired contrast (page 35).
3.Press {BROADCAST} or {MANUAL BROAD}.
LTo send a single page, skip to step 5.
LTo send multiple pages, go to the next step.
4.Place the next page. i {SET}
LTo send more pages, repeat this step.
5.{START}
LAfter transmission, the unit will automatically print 
a report (broadcast sending report).
Note:
LTo stop sending, see page 61.
LIf you select “FINE”, “SUPER FINE” or “PHOTO” 
resolution, the number of pages that the unit can 
send will decrease.
LIf the document exceeds the memory capacity, 
sending will be canceled.
LIf a party is busy or does not answer, it will be skipped 
and redialed later.
To send the same document using the auto 
document feeder
1.Set the original (page 17).2.If necessary, change to the desired resolution (page 
35) and the desired contrast (page 35).
3.Press {BROADCAST} or {MANUAL BROAD}.
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6.5 Sending a computer 
document as a fax message from 
your computer
You can access the fax function from a Windows 
application using Multi-Function Station.
For example, to send a document created from 
WordPad, proceed as follows.
1Open the document you want to send.
2Select [Print...] from the [File] menu.
LThe [Print] dialog box will appear.
3Select the PCFAX unit’s name as the active printer.
4Click [Print] or [OK].
LThe [Send a Fax] dialog box will appear.
5Enter the fax number using the keypad display or the 
directory.
LTo stop the operation, click [Cancel].
6[Send]
LThe document will be sent through the unit from 
your computer.
Note:
LTo stop sending, see page 61.
LIf the document exceeds the memory capacity of the 
unit, sending will be canceled.
LFor details, see the help file by selecting [p] from 
Multi-Function Station.
LClick [Select...] to change the active unit.
Receiving Faxes
6.6 Receiving a fax automatically 
– Auto answer ON
6.6.1 Activating FAX ONLY mode
Press {FAX AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display 
“FAX ONLY MODE”.
LThe display will show the ring count in FAX ONLY 
mode. If you wish to change it, press {V} or {^} 
repeatedly to display the desired setting, and press 
{SET}.
LThe {FAX AUTO ANSWER} light turns ON.
How faxes are received
When receiving calls, the unit will automatically answer 
all calls and only receive fax documents.
Note:
LThe number of rings before a call is answered in FAX 
ONLY mode can be changed (feature #210 on page 
50).
If you have subscribed to a Distinctive Ring service
See page 47.
MBXXX
{SET}{V}{^}
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