Panasonic KX-FP215 Selecting the way to use your fax machine, Use only as a fax FAX only mode

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4. Fax

4.5Selecting the way to use your fax machine

Depending on your situation, select the way you prefer to use your fax machine.

–Use as a telephone answering machine and/or fax (TAM/FAX mode)

–Use only as a fax (FAX ONLY mode)

–Use mostly as a telephone (TEL mode)

Note:

LSee page 15 for quick setup.

4.5.1Use as a telephone answering machine and/or fax (TAM/FAX mode)

Your situation

You want to answer phone calls using the telephone answering machine and receive faxes automatically.

Setup

Set the fax machine to TAM/FAX mode (page 28) by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly.

LThe {AUTO ANSWER} indicator turns ON.

AUTO ANSWER

{FAX START}

Note:

LMake sure feature #77 is set to “TAM/FAX” (page 41) beforehand.

LDo not connect an answering machine to the same telephone line. If connected, set the automatic answer feature to OFF by pressing {AUTO

ANSWER} repeatedly.

LIt is not recommended to subscribe to voice mail service as it may disturb fax reception. If you do subscribe to a voice mail service, set the ring count of your voice mail service to 5 rings or greater.

How phone calls and faxes are received

If 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.

4.5.2 Use only as a fax (FAX ONLY mode)

Your situation

You have a separate telephone line just for faxes, or you want to use the unit only for receiving faxes.

Setup

Set the fax machine to FAX ONLY mode (page 27) by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly.

LThe {AUTO ANSWER} indicator turns ON.

AUTO ANSWER

Note:

LMake sure feature #77 is set to “FAX ONLY” (page 41) beforehand.

How faxes are received

All incoming calls will be answered as faxes.

4.5.3Use mostly as a telephone (TEL mode)

Your situation

You want to answer calls by yourself. If a fax call is received, you must receive the fax manually.

Setup

Set the fax machine to TEL mode (page 27) by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly.

LThe {AUTO ANSWER} indicator turns OFF.

AUTO ANSWER

How to receive phone calls and faxes

You have to answer all calls manually.

To receive a fax, press {FAX START}.

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Contents Operating Instructions Things you should keep a record Energy StarCopyright For best performance Important safety instructionsInstallation Shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a fireRoutine care Adjusting volume Included accessories Accessory informationConnections Quick Setup Programming Basic features Advanced features11.4 11.5 Customer Services directory11.3 FCC and Other Information RicoTo place an order online for customers in the U.S.A. only Included accessoriesAccessory information To place an order by fax Fax 800Button descriptions Removing the shipping tape OverviewInk film Correct IncorrectPaper support Handset cordPaper tray Connect the handset cordCorrectSlant Remove all of the installed paper before adding paperRecording paper Using surge protectors ConnectionsSET Menu Stop Quick SetupHelp function SET iMENUM01/D01/Y09 Time 1200AM Adjusting volumeDate and time M08/D10/Y09 Time 1015AMMenu Stop Your logoSET Mute To select characters with the dial keypad Keypad CharactersMenu i#03 iSET Your fax numberSET Flash NO.=Erasing a stored item Making a phone call using the phonebookEditing a stored item One touch dialTo confirm caller information using the Caller ID list Caller ID serviceMaking a call using a one touch dial Key Erasing a one touch dial assignmentTurning on the Caller ID number auto edit feature Caller ID number auto edit featureSymbols and operations for caller information Viewing and calling backErasing specific caller information Menu iSET iSETSending a fax manually Help SET FAX Start Stop SP-PHONE RedialSending a fax using Phonebook and one touch dial Document requirementsAdding a new item into the broadcast memory Broadcast transmissionProgramming items into the broadcast memory Erasing a stored item from the broadcast memorySelecting the way to use your fax machine Use only as a fax FAX only modeUse mostly as a telephone TEL mode Receiving a fax manually Auto answer OFF Activating TEL modeActivating FAX only mode Receiving a fax automatically Auto answer onChanging the ring count in TAM/FAX mode Receiving a voice message and fax document in one callSET iMENU Ring pattern Selection Programming the ring pattern assigned for faxSET iMENU How phone calls and faxes are received More copying features Making a copyExample Making 2 copies of a 4-page original document Collated pages Uncollated pagesMIC Erase SET Stop Greeting Check Greeting REC Recording your greeting messageErasing your recorded greeting message Greeting REC iSET L a long beep will soundLeaving a message for others or yourself Useful features during playbackListening to recorded messages To play back messagesSummary of remote operation Remote operation using remote commandsOperating from a remote location To exit programming, press Menu ProgrammingMenu TEL only Basic featuresDIST. Ring FAX onlyAdvanced features Darker Setting friendly Feature Feature code Selection Changing the faxSetting the memory Setting the fax voice300ms 600ms400ms 250msError messages Reports Upplies Error messages DisplayDisplay Cause & Solution When a function does not work, check here Initial settingsGeneral Fax receiving CONNECTING....., butFax sending Copying If a power failure occurs Answering machineDisplay will show the following When the recording paper has jammed in the unitRecording paper jams When the recording paper was not fed into the unit properly Document jamsDo not use paper products, such as paper towels or tissues Thermal head cleaning Specifications Reference lists and reportsRecording paper weight ITU-T No Test ChartRecording paper specifications Recording paper size Accuracy of the clock is approximately ±60 seconds a monthFCC and Other Information Compliance with TIA-1083 standardLimited Warranty United States and Puerto Rico Panasonic Facsimile/Multi-Function Product Limited WarrantyCustomer Services directory Customer Services Directory United States and Puerto RicoIndex Power failureProgramming Quick scan Feature #34 23 Setup List No Extra Cost Panasonic Corporation of North America