Panasonic KX-FC238HK manual For best performance

Page 7

Important Instructions

For best performance

Battery charge

LPlace the handset on the cradle of the base unit for about 7 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:

1 2

3

1Placing your base unit away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios, personal computers or other phones.

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

3Raising the antenna vertically.

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 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 or greater than 35 °C (base unit) / 40 °C (handset). Damp basements should also be avoided.

Routine care

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

Recording paper

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

5

Image 7

Contents Operating Instructions Open How to use the operating instructionsButtons Listed in alphabetical order Location of ControlsBase unit HandsetAttach your sales receipt here Important safety instructions Battery InstallationFor best performance Phonebook Before calling backUseful Information Quantity Included accessoriesAvailable accessories Accessory informationModel No Specifications/Usage Button descriptions of the base unit Button descriptions of the handset Display icons Display descriptions of the handsetDisplay icon Meaning Speaker Receiver Microphone Removing the shipping tape OverviewInstalling the ink film Ink film installation / replacementIncorrect CorrectReplacing the ink film Paper trayCorrectIncorrect Recording paperElectrolyte Do not mix old and new batteries Battery installation / replacementInstalling the batteries Replacing the batteriesConnections Battery life Battery chargeBattery strength Battery icons Battery strengthBase unit help function Turning the handset power ON/OFFPower on Power OFFRing tone Adjusting handset Adjusting base unit VolumeRinger volume INTWith the base unit Dialling modeDate and time With the handsetSET Date & Time Press SET System Setup Press NaviExample 315 PM 12-hour time entry 1. Press 03 To correct a mistakeTo enter your logo Example Bill Your logoStop Menu Flash Keypad CharactersYour fax number Making phone calls Digital SP-PHONE Mute MuteKey lock To turn key lock OFF, press j/OK for about 2 secondsHandset phonebook INT. Any key answer featureAuto talk feature Answering phone callsCategories Making a phone call using the phonebookEditing a stored item One touch dial Erasing stored itemsChain dial Erasing a stored item Base unit phonebookErase Digital SP-PHONE How Caller ID is displayed Caller ID serviceAnother method to erase a stored item Call Waiting Caller ID Handset only Category features for handset phonebookChanging category ring tones Caller ID Viewing and calling back using caller informationFAX/START Digital SP-PHONE Erasing caller information Editing a caller’s telephone number before calling backInto the handset phonebook Storing caller information into the phonebookInto the base unit phonebook Voice mail service Stop Redial FAX/START Digital SP-PHONE Sending a fax manuallyDocuments you can send Adding a new item into the broadcast memory Sending a fax using the base unit phonebookBroadcast transmission Programming items into the broadcast memoryTo send the same document to a one-time group of parties To cancel broadcast transmissionErasing a stored item from the broadcast memory Sending the same document to pre-programmed partiesSelecting the way to use your fax machine Use only as a fax FAX only modeAuto receive Manual receive Use mostly as a telephone TEL modeUse as a telephone and/or Fax Receiving a fax manually Auto answer Activating TEL modeStop FAX/START Digital SP-PHONE TEL/FAX Mode Activating TEL/FAX modeReceiving a fax automatically Auto answer on Activating TAM/FAX modeTAM/FAX Mode Ring setting in TAM/FAX modeFAX only Mode Activating FAX only modeTo print the junk fax prohibitor list Activating the junk fax prohibitorStoring undesired callers To display the junk fax prohibitor listTo use the ring detection feature, set to TEL mode Using with the ring detection featureMaking a copy More copying featuresStop Start Legal Setting Recording Original Paper size Document SizeDefault A4, LetterPress GREETING/REC Recording your greeting messageErasing your recorded greeting message SET MIC Stop Erase GREETING/REC GREETING/CHECKSET Stop Erase Playback Listening to recorded messagesLeaving a message for others or yourself Erasing recorded messagesAnswering Machine Operating from a remote location Remote operation using remote commandsSummary of remote operation Recording a marker message Turn OFF auto answer settingTo turn on the auto answer setting Skip greeting messageProgramming advanced features Programming basic featuresBase unit programming Basic features Advanced features Code #46 Setting friendly reception Code #42 Setting the message alertCode #43 Setting the recording time alert Code #44 Setting the memory reception alertCode #76 Setting the connecting tone Code #58 Setting the scan contrastCode #67 Setting the incoming message monitor Code #68 Setting the Error Correction Mode ECMProgram code and direct command button Direct commands for programming featuresOFF #73 Manual receive mode #13 Dialling modeOFF #23 Overseas mode #25 Delayed transmissionOFF #77 Auto answer #76 Connecting tone#78 TEL/FAX ring setting #80 Set default YES2300/0600 Menu Sub-menu Default settingHandset programming MaximumRinger options AlarmNight mode Programmable functionsDisplay setup Other options Call optionsSetting pause length Programmable functions using the base unit PINChanging the flash time Changing the base unit PIN personal identification number Setting call restrictionResetting handset programming that uses the base unit PIN Storing/changing emergency numbersRepeater mode will be retained Registering a handset to a base unit Operating additional unitsIncreasing the range of the base unit Cancelling a handsetCancelling a base unit Handset locatorTransferring calls between handsets / Conference calls Example When handset 1 calls handset HandsetExample When handset 1 transfers a call to handset Handset Intercom between handsetsCopying a stored item Copying handset phonebook itemsCopying all stored items Character entry modes Available character entries for the handsetCyrillic character table P Extended 2 character table OError messages Reports Display Cause and Solution Error messages Base unit displayUnnecessary messages Service personnelPlease use genuine Panasonic replacement film Transmission error occurred. Try againInitial settings When a function does not work, check hereGeneral Charging but the battery Problem Cause & Solution Base unit beepsReturns to standby mode Problem Cause & Solution Handset does notOther electrical units Problem Cause & Solution Static, sound cuts in/outDocuments using Fades. Interference fromFax receiving Fax sendingCopying Answering machine If a power failure occursRecording paper jams When the recording paper has jammed in the unitCorrect START1 When the recording paper was not fed into the unit properlyDocument jams sending 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 Specifications Standard Duplex procedureRF transmission power Approx mW Operating environment Mass Weight Approx gIndex FAX only TAM/FAX 100 101 102 103 Global web site Copyright PFQX2217ZA CM0905PK02/2