Panasonic KX-FC255AL manual Receiving a fax automatically Auto answer on, Activating FAX only mode

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4. Fax

4.7Receiving a fax automatically

– Auto answer ON

Note:

LBy default, the unit reduces the size of the received document to 92% when printing (See feature #36 on page 53 for details).

4.7.1Activating TAM/FAX mode (Telephone Answering Machine/Fax mode)

1Make sure feature #77 is set to TAM/FAX(page 55) beforehand.

2Press {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display TAM/FAX MODE.

L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base unit turns ON and r(next to the battery icon) appears on the cordless handset display.

AUTO ANSWER

{STOP}

Note:

LThe maximum incoming message recording time can be changed (page 48, feature #10 on page 51).

Activating TAM/FAX mode with the cordless handset

1."i Ii #

2.Answer Oni #i {ih}

Note:

LMake sure feature #77 is set to TAM/FAXbeforehand (page 55).

How phone calls and faxes are received

When receiving calls, the unit works as an answering machine and/or fax.

Note:

LIf you answer a call with an extension telephone (if connected to the same line), and the answering machine is answering the call, you can press {*}{0}

(default auto disconnection code) to speak to the caller.

LThe auto disconnection code can be changed in feature #49 on page 54.

LEven when you answer a call with the extension telephone and press the auto disconnection code, the answering machine may continue answering the call depending on the type of an extension telephone. Press {STOP} on the fax machine to talk with the calling party.

Receiving a voice message and fax document in one call

The caller can leave a voice message and send a fax document during the same call. Inform the caller of the following procedure beforehand.

1.The caller calls your unit.

LThe answering machine will answer the call.

2.The caller can leave a message after the greeting message.

3.The caller presses {*}{9}.

LThe unit will activate the fax function.

4.The caller presses the start button to send a fax.

Changing the ring count in TAM/FAX mode

You can select from 2(default), 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or AUTO. This setting can be changed by feature #06 on page 50, or using the cordless handset (page 48).

AUTO: The unit answers after 2 or 3 rings when new messages have been recorded, and after 5 or 6 rings when there are no new messages. If you call your unit from a remote location to listen to new messages (page 48), you will know that there are no messages when the unit rings for the 4th time. You can then hang up without being charged for the call.

Note:

LIf you set to 4, receiving faxes may not be possible.

4.7.2 Activating FAX ONLY mode

1Make sure feature #77 is set to FAX ONLY(page 55) beforehand.

2Press {AUTO ANSWER}repeatedly to display FAX ONLY MODE.

L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base unit turns ON and r(next to the battery icon) appears on the cordless handset display.

Activating FAX ONLY mode with the cordless handset

1."iIi #

2.Answer Oni #i{ih}

Note:

LMake sure feature #77 is set to FAX ONLYbeforehand (page 55).

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Operating Instructions Compact Plain Paper Fax with DectThank you for purchasing a Panasonic fax machine Things you should keep a recordFor your future reference Page Important information Installation Important safety instructionsBattery For Best Performance Location and noiseEnvironment Routine careDistinctive Ring Multi-unit Operation Operating additional unitsAccessory information Included accessoriesCharger Operating instructions Button descriptions of the base unit Button descriptions of the cordless handset Display descriptions of the cordless handsetMenu icon Menu/feature SMS Short Message ServiceMenu icons Soft key icons Action IconOverview Base unit Cordless handsetInk film Correct Paper trayIncorrect Battery installation / replacement Recording paperHandset cord CorrectSlantBase unit ConnectionsCharger unit Cordless handset screen saver mode Battery chargeTurning the cordless handset power ON/OFF Adjusting cordless handset volume Adjusting base unit volumeWith the cordless handset Date and timeWith the base unit Your logo Your fax numberMenu Stop SET RecallMaking phone calls SP-PHONE Redial Answering phone callsMIC SP-PHONE Night mode Using the recall featureRecording a telephone conversation Cordless handset only Storing phonebook items Cordless handset phonebookCategories Making a phone call using the phonebook Chain dial Cordless handset onlyBase unit phonebook Editing a stored itemOne touch dial Erasing all itemsCaller ID service How Caller ID is displayedCategory features for cordless handset phonebook Viewing and calling backSymbols and operations for caller information Erasing caller informationWith the cordless handset 1 i j i# With the cordless handset 1 ij i #Using SMS Short Message Service Turning SMS ON/OFFInto the cordless handset 1 i j i# Into the base unitRegistering mailboxes Changing SMS message centre numbersSending a message Guide to SMS settings Receiving a messageChanging private mailbox settings Storing the PBX line access number for PBX users onlyPublic i# Settings i# Private Mailbox i # Public i# Settings i# PBX Access No. i #Sending a fax manually SP-PHONE Stop FAX Start RedialSending a fax using Phonebook and one touch dial Document requirements Broadcast transmission Programming items into the broadcast memory Adding a new item into the broadcast memory Erasing a stored item from the broadcast memoryUse mostly as a telephone TEL mode Use only as a fax FAX only modeSelecting the way to use your fax machine Receiving a fax manually Auto answer OFF Activating TEL modeSP-PHONE Stop FAX Start Activating FAX only mode Receiving a fax automatically Auto answer onTo display the junk fax prohibitor list To print the junk fax prohibitor listTo erase an item from the junk fax prohibitor list SET i MenuUsing with the ring detection feature Making a copy More copying featuresCopy Start Stop Example Making 2 copies of a 4-page original document Collated pages Uncollated pagesRecording your greeting message Erasing your recorded greeting messageMIC Erase Greeting Check Stop Greeting REC To check the greeting message Press Greeting CheckUseful features during playback Listening to recorded messagesLeaving a message for others or yourself To play back messagesRecording your greeting message Direct command operationListening to recorded messages Remote operation using remote commands Operating from a remote locationProgramming for answering machine Summary of remote operationTo turn on the auto answer setting Key Remote commandRecording a marker message Basic features Base unit programmingAdvanced features OFF default Desired resolutionUsing 24-hour time entry To cancel after programming, press Stop then SETLetter 92% default To print the stored document Setting friendly #4686% 72% Darker60s Maximum greeting message time is 60 seconds TAM/FAXSee page 45 for details 100msec. default Connecting tone volume cannot be adjustedWork correctly. Consult your PBX supplier for the correct Other partyCordless handset features Cordless handset programmingUsing the base unit PIN/repeater Base unit settings menu Sub-menu Feature default settingChange base unit PIN 0000 . *1 Enter the current 4-digit base unit PIN. *2Display Setup Time settingsCall options Operating additional units Intercom Transferring a call/conferenceTo the cordless handset using the base unit Copying phonebook itemsCopying one phonebook item Copying all the phonebook itemsCharacters available in each character entry mode When the base unit displays the character entry screenCharacter entry Character entry modesExtended 2 character table O When writing SMS messagesCyrillic character table P Error messages Reports Error messages Display Display Cause & SolutionErase unnecessary messages page 46 Recording was too short. Try againTry again Phonebook items from the destination unit and try againInitial settings When a function does not work, check hereGeneral Problem Cause & Solution Redial or Pause on Receiving mode does notProblem Cause & Solution Cordless handset does Base unit does not functionOther user to complete the call Redialled. Redial the number manuallyFax sending Fax receivingProblem Cause & Solution Blank sheet is ejected Using the cordless handsetWhen an extension telephone Receiving modeCopying Answering machineTo the appropriate service. Consult your service provider If a power failure occurs11.3.8 SMS When the recording paper has jammed in the unit Recording paper jamsWhen 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 Reference lists and reports Base unit only SpecificationsMenu SET ITU-T No Test Chart Recording paper specifications Recording paper sizeRecording paper weight RF transmission power Approx mW Voice codingIndex Broadcast ListTAM/FAX Page Page Sales Department Panasonic Australia Pty. Limited Manufacturer Panasonic Communications Malaysia Sdn. BhdGlobal web site Copyright