Panasonic KX-FPC161 manual Receive mode

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Operations

Fax – receiving (cont.)

Problem

Cause & solution

 

 

A white line or a dirty pattern

The glass or rollers are dirty. Clean them (p. 74).

appears on your recording

 

paper.

 

 

 

The printing quality is poor.

The other party sent a faint document. Ask them to send a

 

clearer copy of the document.

 

The thermal head is dirty. Clean it (p. 75).

 

Some paper has instructions recommending which side to

 

print on. Try turning the paper over.

 

You may have used paper with a cotton and/or fiber

 

content that is over 20%, such as letterhead or resume

 

paper. We recommend smooth paper such as Hammermill

 

Jet Print for clearer printing.

 

 

I cannot receive documents by

Press FAX until a single beep is heard.

pressing FAX on the handset.

 

 

 

The other party complains that

The memory is full of received documents due to a lack of

they cannot send a document.

recording paper or a recording paper jam. Install paper

 

(p. 15) or clear the jammed paper (p. 70).

 

 

Receive mode

Problem

 

Cause & solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I cannot select the desired

If you want to set FAX ONLY or TEL/FAX mode:

 

 

receive mode.

— select the desired mode using feature #77 (p. 61), and

 

press AUTO ANSWER

to turn on the arrow () on

 

 

the right of the display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Display:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

 

If you want to set TEL mode:

 

 

 

 

 

press AUTO ANSWER

to turn off the arrow () on

 

 

the right of the display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

 

 

 

 

The other party complains that

The unit is not in AUTO ANSWER mode. Press

 

 

they cannot send a document.

 

AUTO ANSWER to turn on the arrow () on the right of

 

the display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Operating Instructions Things you should keep a record For your future referenceRaise the antenna vertically Battery chargeOperating distance and noise Safety instructions Important safety instructionsInstallation Table of Contents Copy Accessories Included accessoriesAccessory information Model No Specifications / UsageHelp Button Help functionHelp Help SETFinding the Controls Base Unit OverviewDocument guides Antenna Speaker Charge contacts Front cover Document exitLocation Setup Base Unit Ink film installing / replacingFor replacement only Pull out the blue gear and remove the usedCorrect Incorrect To use legal size paper Paper trayTo use A4 size paper Recording paper Adding paperConnections To use the fax machine with a computer on the same lineSetting the date and time Date and time, your logo and facsimile telephone numberMenu Menu SETFlash Menu SET Setting your logoHandset Locator Display order of characters To select characters usingTo select characters with the dial keypad Stop Setting your facsimile telephone numberFlash Menu Setup Handset Recharge Battery lifeAutomatic security code setting To install the belt clip To remove the belt clip Belt clip and headsetBelt clip Headset optionalAdjusting base unit volumes VolumesAdjusting handset volumes Making and Answering Calls Phone callsMaking a call Answering a callPhone calls using stored telephone numbers in the handset Making a phone call using stored numbersAutomatic Dialing Handset Storing telephone numbers in the handsetPhone calls using the Direct button Making a phone call using the Direct buttonIndicator is off Press Program Storing a telephone number in the Direct buttonNavigator Directory Base Unit Storing names and telephone numbers in the directoryFlash Menuset FlashEditing and erasing a stored item Editing a stored itemErasing a stored item Stop Menu SETMaking a phone call using the directory Press Talk on the handsetMonitor Stop Talk To search for a name by initialCaller ID service from your phone company To confirm caller information using the Caller ID listCaller ID How Caller ID is displayedViewing and calling back using caller information Caller IDFAX/START Stop Monitor FAX/START Caller IDCaller ID Menuset Erasing all caller informationStoring caller information in the directory Voice Contact Initiating voice contactReceiving a request for voice contact Monitor TalkRedial FAX/START Sending FaxesSending a fax manually Documents you can send Reports for confirmationSending a fax using the directory Stop FAX/STARTPress FAX/START Fax auto redial If your unit does not send a faxMenu Stop SET Broadcast transmissionProgramming the items in the broadcast memory Adding a new item in the broadcast memory SET StopErasing a stored item in the broadcast memory To send to selected parties only once To cancel the broadcast settingSending the same document to pre-programmed parties Setting the unit to receive faxes When receiving callsWhen receiving phone calls When receiving faxesRemote Fax activation TEL/FAX modePress FAX/START for TEL mode Answering all calls manually Activating TEL modeReceiving a fax Auto Answer Stop FAX/START TalkFAX only mode All calls are received as faxes Activating FAX only modeAuto Answer SET Auto AnswerTo set TEL/FAX mode Fax calling toneSilent fax recognition ring setting When an extension telephone is connectedTEL/FAX delayed ring setting How the fax machine and answering machine work Using the unit with an answering machineSetting up the fax machine and an answering machine Extension telephone Receiving a voice message and fax document in one callMenu SET Monitor Pager callPress Monitor Using with a voice mail service Distinctive RingCopying Making a copyStart Stop Copy To stop copyingTo reduce a document Convenient way to make a copyTo enlarge a document To collate multiple copies Press or repeatedly until the following is displayedGeneral programming method Features SummaryProgramming Basic features How to set menu optionsError Programming tableLetter OFFTone Advanced features Normal Code Feature & Display Setting the memory receptionSetting the friendly reception Setting the auto disconnectionFAX only Reports Error MessagesCommunication message Error Cause & solution Code Display message Cause & solution DisplayThere is something wrong with the modem circuit. Contact our Operations GeneralCordless handset Remote SPRedial FAXFax sending Fax receivingReceive mode Using an answering machine CopyingRecording paper jam If a power failure occursOperations / Jams Jams Document jams sending Hours p BatteryReplacing the handset battery Cleaning Document feederThermal head Do not touch the black sheets on the thermal headStop Menuset Printed ReportsReference lists and reports FCC Information List of FCC requirements and informationWhen you ship the product Limited WarrantyFor product service Servicenter Directory Servicenter directorySpecifications Technical data about this productProgram index Code FeatureIndex Index Index No Extra Cost Panasonic FAX Advantage Program

KX-FPC161 specifications

The Panasonic KX-FPC161 is a versatile all-in-one printer designed to cater to the diverse needs of both home and small office environments. This multifunction device combines the capabilities of printing, copying, and faxing, making it a convenient addition to any workspace. Understanding its features, technologies, and characteristics can help users maximize its potential.

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