Panasonic KX-FPG378, KX-FPG379 manual For best performance

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Important Information

For best performance

Battery charge

LPlace the handset on the cradle of the base unit for about 6 hours before initial use.

LFor details, see page 20.

Operating distance and noise

L The base unit and handset use radio waves to communicate with each other.

For maximum distance and noise-free operation, we recommend the following:

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1Placing the unit away from electrical appliances such as a TV, personal computer or another cordless phone.

2Placing the unit in a HIGH and CENTRAL location with no obstructions such as walls.

3Raising the antenna vertically.

Note:

LIf you use the handset near a microwave oven which is being used, noise may be heard from the receiver or the speaker. Move away from the microwave oven and closer to the base unit.

LIf you use the handset near another cordless phone’s base unit, noise may be heard. Move away from the other cordless phone’s base unit and closer to your base unit.

Environment

LKeep the unit away from electrical noise generating devices, such as fluorescent

lamps and motors.

LThe unit should be kept free from dust, high temperature and vibration.

LThe unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

LDo not place heavy objects on top of the unit. L When you leave the unit unused for a long

period of time, unplug this unit from power outlet.

L The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves, etc. It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 5 °C (41 °F) or greater than 35 °C (95 °F) (base unit)/40 °C (104 °F) (handset). Damp basements should also be avoided.

L Operating near 2.4 GHz electrical appliances may cause interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.

Recording paper

LStore unused paper in the original packaging, in a cool and dry place. Not doing so may affect print quality.

Routine care

LWipe the outer surface of the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder.

For Fax Advantage assistance, call 1-800-435-7329.

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Contents GHz Cordless Phone System with FAX and Copier KX-FPG378 KX-FPG379Open How to use the operating instructionsFLASH/CALL Wait I HOLD/INTERCOM E Menu H Navigator F Location of controlsButtons Listed in alphabetical order ButtonsTrademarks Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic fax machineFor your future reference Energy StarWet locations Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or Important safety instructionsInstallation Never install telephone wiring during a lightning stormFor Fax Advantage assistance, call For best performance Distinctive Ring service from your Making a phone call using the phoneViewing and calling back using caller Sending a fax using the phone book102 100103 Quick installation guide Included accessoriesPart number*1 Quantity Description of base unit buttons Accessory informationDescription of handset buttons Handset displayed items Displayed item Meaning Battery strengthRedial To redial one of the last 5 numbers dialed from the handsetBase unit OverviewHandset Ink film Installing the ink filmIncluded film roll is a starter ink film Turn Tight CorrectIncorrect Replacing the ink film Paper trayTo use A4 size paper Push the tension plate back Recording paperCorrectIncorrect Battery replacement Battery installationTo attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip To switch to the speakerphone while using the headsetBelt clip Headset optionalConnections Using surge protectorsBattery charge Stop SET Menu Quick Setup Press SETPrint SETUP? YESSET/NOSTOP Selecting the way to use your fax machineYour situation How to setupSelect a Setup Case 1 TAM/FAX Telephone Answering Machine/FaxSelect a Setup =DIST. Ring ± Case 3 TEL only How to receive phone calls and faxesFAX/START Menu SP-PHONESET Stop Talk SP-PHONE Preparation How faxes are received Case 4 FAX only=FAX only Intercom Adjusting handset volumeBase unit help function TalkAdjusting base unit volume Date and time Stop Menu Your logoExample +234 Your fax numberSET Menu FLASH/CALL Wait Your FAX no Press SETHold Redial Making phone callsWith the handset Menu SP-PHONEMIC SP-PHONE Mute REDIAL/PAUSE With the base unitSP-PHONE OFF Any key talk featureAuto talk feature Handset Answering phone callsTo delete a character/number You can also send faxes using the phone book StopStoring names and telephone numbers into the phone book Make sure the handset and base unit are not being usedMake sure the handset is not being used Making a phone call using the phone bookTalk or SP-PHONE Chain dial feature Helpful hintsPress Press a or B repeatedly to display the desired item Editing a stored itemTo dial the displayed number, press SP- Phone Copying all the phone book items Erasing a stored itemCopying phone book items from the base unit to the handset Copying one phone bookHow Caller ID is displayed Caller ID serviceTo print manually, see Call Waiting Caller ID feature Viewing and calling back using caller informationFLASH/CALL Wait again FAX/START SP-PHONE With the handset Make sure the handset is not being used Caller ID number auto edit featureTurning on the Caller ID number auto edit feature To edit a telephone number before calling back/storingPress SET Press Stop Erasing caller informationErasing all caller information Erasing specific caller informationInto the base unit This feature is not available in the following casesStoring caller information into the phone book Into the handsetTransferring a call IntercomDuring a transfer Handset Press TALK, SP-PHONEorHOLD/INTERCOM to answer To complete the transfer, press SP- PhoneSending a fax manually Documents you can send Adding a new item into the broadcast memory Sending a fax using the phone bookBroadcast transmission Programming items into the broadcast memoryTo send the same document to a one-time group of items To cancel broadcast transmissionErasing a stored item from the broadcast memory Sending the same document to pre-programmed partiesReceiving a fax manually Auto answer Activating TEL modeHow to receive phone calls and faxes with the base unit How to receive calls and faxes with the handsetTAM/FAX Mode 2 Rings How to receive faxes with an extension telephoneReceiving a fax automatically Auto answer on Receiving a voice message and fax document in one call Activating FAX only modeChanging the ring setting in TAM/FAX mode How phone calls and faxes are receivedTo print the junk fax prohibitor list Activating the junk fax prohibitorStoring undesired callers To display the junk fax prohibitor listUsing two or more phone numbers on a single telephone line Distinctive Ring service from your phone companyActivating the Distinctive Ring feature Programming the ring pattern assigned for fax Ring pattern SettingsMaking a copy More copying featuresExample Making 2 copies of a 4-page original document Letter LegalLetter = 216 mm ⋅ 279 mm 81/2 ⋅ To collate multiple copiesUnit will play the greeting message Recording your greeting messageErasing your recorded greeting message To check the greeting messageTo play back messages Listening to recorded messages using the base unitSP-PHONE Menu Erasing recorded messagesTo erase a specific message To erase all messagesTo playback all messages To turn OFF the Auto Answer modeTo turn on the Auto Answer mode Leaving a message for others or yourselfSummary of remote operation Operating from a remote locationRemote operation using remote commands Transferring recorded messages to another telephone How this feature worksRecording your transfer greeting message Your pager will display the caller’s telephone number SET Direct command chart for base unitFor more details on the features, see page 69 to MIN defaultSet default YES 2 no default Greeting time 16s default 2 60s Copy phone book Item defaultBasic features Advanced features #36 Receiving oversized documents #26 Setting the Caller ID list to print automatically#31 Activating the Distinctive Ring feature #34 Setting the quick scan#46 Setting friendly reception #42 Setting the message alert#43 Setting the recording time alert #44 Setting the memory reception alert#76 Setting the connecting tone #67 Setting the incoming message monitor#72 Setting flash time #75 Setting the Caller ID number auto edit featureHandset programming Direct command chart for handsetFor more details on the features, see page 76 to Set line mode 053 2 B defaultRecording time 062 3min defaultRemote code 063 Display language English default Message alert On 0 Off defaultProgramming features Changing the maximum recording time for incoming messages Changing the ring setting TAM/FAX modeSetting remote operation code # Setting the message alertRe-registering the handset Error messages Display Error messages ReportsFAX in Memory ErrorModem Error Cover Open Check FilmPlease Wait Serial ErrorTransmit Error Phone Book FullSystemisbusy Initial settings When a function does not work, check hereGeneral Cordless handset Pressing Redial Will not be redialed correctly Fully charge the batteryBattery has been discharged. Fully charge the battery Clean the charge contacts and charge againFax receiving Fax sendingCopying Answering machine If a power failure occursCaller information will not be displayed if a message is Recording paper jams When the recording paper has jammed in the unitDisplay will show the following Correct Document jams sending When the recording paper was not fed into the unit properlyStart Do not use paper products, such as paper towels or tissues Document feeder/scanner glass cleaningThermal head cleaning Help Reference lists and reports Base unit only Technical data about this product Frequency Recording paper specifications Recording paper sizeRecording paper weight Mass Weight Approx g 0.42 Ib Power supplyFCC and Other Information FCC RF Exposure Warning Laser Facsimile Limited WarrantyFAX categories Parts Labor Thermal Transfer Facsimile101 Customer Services Directory Customer Services directory#77 Auto Answer Index104 105 106 107 PFQX2138ZA CM1204DH0 PFQX2138ZA CM1204DH0 Panasonic FAX Advantage Program