Operating Instructions

Compact Plain Paper Fax with DECT

Model No. KX-FC241AL

Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save for future reference.

This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must subscribe to the appropriate service of your service provider.

Be sure to use the telephone line cord included in this unit.

This model is designed to be used in Australia and New Zealand. To use in New Zealand, change the location setting (feature #74 on page 69).

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Panasonic KX-FC241AL manual Operating Instructions

Contents

Operating Instructions Open How to use the operating instructions Base unit Location of ControlsCordless handset Buttons Listed in alphabetical order For your future reference For New Zealand users For Australian users Service difficulties InstallationImportant information Instructions to customer Important Instructions Important safety instructions Battery charge BatteryFor best performance Operating distance and noise Routine care EnvironmentRecording paper Phonebook 100 Cordless handset programming102 103 Quantity Included accessories Available accessories Accessory informationModel No Specifications/Usage Film again Button descriptions of the base unit Button descriptions of the cordless handset Display descriptions of the cordless handset Menu Menu/feature IconDisplay icons Display icon Meaning Soft key icons Action Icon Soft keysSoft key Action icon 5 6 Overview Installing the ink film Ink film installation / replacementInsert the front ink film roll by inserting its Incorrect Correct Close the front cover securely Paper tray Handset cordReplacing the ink film Connect the handset cord Push the tension plate back Recording paperCorrectIncorrect Installing the batteries Battery installation / replacementReplacing the batteries Batteries Charger unit Connections Battery charge Power on Turning the cordless handset power ON/OFFPower OFF Base unit help function INT With the cordless handset Date and time With the base unit If you have subscribed to a Caller ID serviceSET Menu Example 10 August, 2004 Press 10 08 Stop Menu Mute Your logoKeypad Characters To enter your logo Example Bill Your fax number To select characters using a or BStop Menu Your FAX no Press SET Enter the correct number Making phone calls To turn key lock OFF, press for about 2 seconds Will be displayedRedial Digital SP-PHONE Mute To redial the last number dialled from the base unit Recording a telephone conversation Cordless handset only Answering phone calls Cordless handset phonebook Making a phone call using the phonebookStoring phonebook items To search for a name by initial Erasing a stored item Editing a stored itemHot key Erasing a hot key Base unit phonebookErase Digital SP-PHONE Stop Menu Press Menu repeatedly to display Phonebook SET Another method to erase a stored item To search for a name by initial Example Lisa How Caller ID is displayed Caller ID serviceTo print manually, see Private category Caller ID Viewing and calling back using caller informationFAX/START Digital SP-PHONE Press Stop after step Erasing caller informationTo delete a number To insert a number Into the cordless handset phonebook Storing caller information into the phonebookInto the base unit phonebook Erasing all caller information Call minder for New Zealand users only Stop Redial FAX/START Digital SP-PHONE Sending a fax manually Documents you can send Broadcast transmission Sending a fax using the base unit phonebookProgramming items into the broadcast memory Adding a new item into the broadcast memory Erasing a stored item from the broadcast memory To cancel broadcast transmissionSending the same document to pre-programmed parties To send the same document to a one-time group of parties Selecting the way to use your fax machine SetupYour situation FAX/START Use mostly as a telephone TEL mode Use only as a fax FAX only modeHow faxes are received Activating TEL mode with the cordless handset Activating TEL modeHow to receive phone calls and faxes with the base unit Receiving a fax manually Auto answer TAM/FAX Mode Activating TAM/FAX modeReceiving a fax automatically Auto answer on To stop receiving Ring setting in TAM/FAX mode Activating TAM/FAX mode with the cordless handsetReceiving a voice message and fax document in one call FAX only Mode Activating FAX only modeActivating FAX only mode with the cordless handset Storing undesired callers Activating the junk fax prohibitorTo display the junk fax prohibitor list To print the junk fax prohibitor list SET Menu Using with the ring detection feature Making a copy More copying featuresStop Start Example Making 2 copies of a 4-page original document To collate multiple copies Erasing your recorded greeting message Recording your greeting messagePre-recorded greeting message Stop Erase Greeting MIC Erasing recorded messages Listening to recorded messagesStop Erase Menu Leaving a message for others or yourself Using the answering machine with the cordless handsetRecording your greeting message Listening to recorded messages Operation using the direct commandsLeaving a message for others or yourself Programming for answering machine To change the ring setting in TAM/FAX modeTo set the remote operation ID To change the maximum recording time for incoming messages Answering Machine Summary of remote operation Operating from a remote location Remote operations following voice menu Remote operation using remote commands Programming advanced features Programming basic featuresTo cancel programming Base unit programming Basic features Code #17 Setting the ringer type for outside calls Advanced featuresCode #22 Setting the journal report to print automatically Code #23 Sending documents overseas Code #28 Setting call bar Code #26 Setting the Caller ID list to print automaticallyCode #31 Activating the Distinctive Ring feature Code #34 Setting the quick scan Code #46 Setting friendly reception Code #44 Setting the memory reception alertCode #58 Setting the scan contrast Code #67 Setting the greeting message monitor Program code and direct command button Direct commands for programming features OFF #23 Overseas mode #13 Dialling mode#25 Delayed transmission #76 Connecting tone No default #80 Set default YES Cordless handset programming Cordless handset Sub-menu Default setting Settings menuMaximum Category No.*1 Setting memo alarm Memo alarmProgrammable functions Ringer options Display options Tone options Other options Call options Resetting the cordless handset to its default settings Setting the battery type Base unit settings Sub-menu Default setting Menu Cordless handset programming using the base unit Setting pause length Setting dialling mode tone/pulse For Australian users onlySetting call restriction Changing the recall length Changing the base unit PIN personal identification number Selecting area codes to be deleted automatically Registering a cordless handset to a base unit Operating additional units Intercom Cancelling a base unitBetween cordless handsets Between a cordless handset and the base unit From a cordless handset to the base unit Transferring calls / Conference callsFrom the base unit to a cordless handset Cordless handset locator To establish a conference call, press Copying cordless handset phonebook itemsEstablish an intercom call Walkie-Talkie Changing the Walkie- Talkie modeTurning Walkie-Talkie on Starting Walkie-Talkie conversations Using an optional headset Using the belt clipInsert the connector plug into the headset jack firmly To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Wall template for charger Wall mounting the charger Character entry modes Available character entries for the cordless handsetAlphabetNumericGreek Cyrillic Extended Following are used for both uppercase and lowercase XExtended 1 character tableYExtended 2 character table Cyrillic character table Error messages Base unit display Error messages Reports Check Paper Modem ErrorClose Tension Plate Cover Open Recording Error Polling ErrorSerial Error Transmit Error Initial settings When a function does not work, check hereGeneral Returns to standby mode Problem Cause & Solution Ink film runs outProblem Cause & Solution Cordless handset Charging but the battery Fades. Interference from Problem Cause & Solution Static, sound cuts in/outOther electrical units Used Fax receiving Fax sending Copying Answering machine If a power failure occurs Help Recording paper jams When the recording paper has jammed in the unitBase unit display will show the following Correct Document jams sending When the recording paper was not fed into the unit properly Do not use paper products, such as paper towels or tissues Recording paper feeder cleaning Document feeder / scanner glass cleaning Thermal head cleaning Reference lists and reports Base unit only Specifications RF transmission power Approx mW Voice coding Duplex procedureMass Weight Approx g Standard Index 110 111 Panasonic New Zealand Limited Sales Department Panasonic Australia Pty. LimitedManufacturer Panasonic Communications Malaysia Sdn. Bhd Global web site Copyright PFQX2096ZA CM1004YH0