Panasonic KX-FC255AL For Best Performance

Important Information

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LUnplug this unit from power outlets if it emits smoke,

an abnormal smell or makes unusual noise. These

conditions can cause fire or electric shock . Confirm

that smoke has stopped and contact an authorised

service centre.

For Best Performance

Location and noise

The base unit and cordless handset use radio waves to

communicate with each other. For maximum distance

and noise-free operation, we recommend the following:

LPlacing the unit away from electrical appliances such

as a TV, personal computer or another cordless

phone.

LPlacing the unit in a HIGH and CENTRAL location

with no obstructions such as walls.

LRaising 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.

LWhen you leave the unit unused for a long period of

time, unplug this unit from power outlet.

LThe unit should be kept away from heat sources such

as heaters, kitchen stoves, etc. 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.

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Contents

Main Operating Instructions FC255AL-PFQX2639ZA-en.PDF Page 1 Friday, April 21, 2006 1:50 PM Compact Plain Paper Fax with DECT Model No. KX-FC255AL Page Page Instructions to customer ( ) Important information Installation Service difficulties WARNING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: WARNING: Important Information For Best Performance Table of Contents 1. Introduction and Installation 2. Preparation 3. Telephone 4. Fax 5. Distinctive Ring 9. Multi-unit Operation 10.Useful Information 11.Help 12.Maintenance 13.General Information 1.1 Included accessories 1.2 Accessory information A B 1.3 Button descriptions of the base unit 1.4 Button descriptions of the cordless handset A B C D Page 1.6 Overview 1.6.1 Base unit 1.6.2 Cordless handset 1.7 Ink film 1.8 Paper tray 1.9 Recording paper 1 2 1.10 Handset cord 1.11 Battery installation / replacement 2.1 Connections 2.1.1 Base unit 2.1.2 Charger unit (For Australian users) 25 mm 3 2.2 Battery charge 2.3 Cordless handset screen saver mode 2.4 Turning the cordless handset power ON/OFF 2.5 Adjusting cordless handset volume 2.6 Adjusting base unit volume {A}{B} {^}{V}{<}{>}{ih} {SET} 2.7 Date and time 2.8 Your logo 1 2 3 2.9 Your fax number 3.1 Making phone calls 3.1.1 With the cordless handset {s} {^}{V}{<}{>} 1 3.2 Answering phone calls 3.3 Using the recall feature 3.4 Recording a telephone conversation (Cordless handset only) 1 2 3 3.5 Night mode 3.6 Cordless handset phonebook {^}{V} {ih} 3.6.1 Storing phonebook items 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3.6.2 Categories 3.7 Chain dial (Cordless handset only) 3.8 Base unit phonebook 2 3 3.8.3 Editing a stored item 1 2 3.9 One touch dial 3.9.1 Cordless handset 3.9.2 Base unit 3.10 Caller ID service 3.10.1 How Caller ID is displayed 3.10.2 Category features for cordless handset phonebook 3.11 Viewing and calling back {s} 3.11.1 With the cordless handset 1 2 3 3.12 Editing a callers telephone number before calling back 3.13 Erasing caller information 3.14 Storing caller information into the phonebook 3.15 Using SMS (Short Message Service) 3.16 Turning SMS ON/OFF 3.17 Changing SMS message centre numbers 3.18 Registering mailboxes 3.19 Sending a message 3.20 Receiving a message 3.21 Guide to SMS settings Page 4.1 Sending a fax manually {STOP}{SP-PHONE} {FAX START} 1 2 4.2 Document requirements 4.3 Sending a fax using the phonebook and one touch dial 4 mm 208 mm 4.4 Broadcast transmission 4.5 Selecting the way to use your fax machine 4.5.1 Use as a telephone answering machine and/or fax (TAM/FAX mode) 4.5.2 Use only as a fax (FAX ONLY mode) 4.5.3 Use mostly as a telephone (TEL mode) 4.6 Receiving a fax manually Auto answer OFF 4.6.1 Activating TEL mode {SP-PHONE} {FAX START} 4.7 Receiving a fax automatically Auto answer ON 4.7.1 Activating TAM/FAX mode (Telephone Answering Machine/Fax mode) 1 {STOP} 2 4.7.2 Activating FAX ONLY mode 1 4.8 Receive polling (retrieving a fax placed on another fax machine) 1 2 4.9 Junk fax prohibitor (preventing fax reception from undesired callers) 4.9.1 Activating the junk fax prohibitor 1 5.1 Using with the ring detection feature 6. Copy 6.1 Making a copy {COPY} {START} 1 2 6. Copy 7.1 Recording your greeting message 1 2 3 7.1.1 Erasing your recorded greeting message 1 2 7.2 Listening to recorded messages 7.2.1 To play back messages {<}{>} {SP-PHONE} {ERASE} 7.4 Using the answering machine with the cordless handset {<}{>}{ih} 7.4.1 Recording your greeting message 1 2 3 7.4.2 Listening to recorded messages 7.5 Operating from a remote location 7.5.1 Summary of remote operation 1 2 3 4 7.5.2 Remote operation using remote commands 1 2 3 Page 8.1 Base unit programming {MENU}{SET} 8.1.1 Basic features 8.1.2 Advanced features Page Page Page Page 8.2 Cordless handset programming {^}{V}{<}{>}{ih} 8.2.1 Cordless handset features Page 8.2.2 Time settings 8.2.3 Display Setup 8.2.4 Call options 9.1 Operating additional units 9.2 Registering a cordless handset to a base unit 9.3 Intercom 9.4 Transferring a call/conference 9. Multi-unit Operation 2 3 9.5 Copying phonebook items 9.5.1 To the base unit or another cordless handset (using the cordless handset) 9.5.2 To the cordless handset (using the base unit) 10. Useful Information 10.1 Character entry 10.1.1 Character entry modes 10.1.2 Characters available in each character entry mode Page 11.1 Error messages Reports 11.2 Error messages Display 11.2.1 Base unit 11.2.2 Cordless handset 11.3 When a function does not work, check here 11.3.1 Initial settings 11.3.2 General 11.3.3 Cordless handset Page 11.3.4 Fax sending 11.3.5 Fax receiving Page 11.3.6 Copying ABC 11.3.7 Answering machine 11.3.8 SMS 11.3.9 If a power failure occurs 12.1 Recording paper jams 12.2 Document jams 12. Maintenance 12.3 Document feeder/recording paper feeder/scanner glass cleaning 1 2 3 4 12.4 Thermal head cleaning 13. General Information 13.1 Reference lists and reports (Base unit only) {<}{>}{STOP} {PRINT REPORT} 4 1 2 13. General Information 13.2.2 Cordless handset 13.2.3 Charger unit 14. Index 14.1 Index 14. Index Page Page N52 PFQX2639ZA