Page 1: Operating Instructions
To use these features, you must subscribe to the appropriate service of your service provider. Compact Plain Paper Fax with Digital Cordless Phone Operating Instructions KX-FC235AL Model No. KX-FC231NZ Be sure to use the telephone line cord included in this unit.
Page 2 Location of Controls How to use the operating instructions When following operating instructions, always keep the front cover page (next page) open for easy reference to the buttons. OPEN...
Page 3: Operating Instructions
Location of Controls Please keep this page open when following operating instructions. For a description of each button, see page 12, 13. Base unit Buttons (Listed in alphabetical order) AUTO ANSWER G CALLER ID B COPY H DIGITAL SP-PHONE P ERASE D FAX/START I GREETING/CHECK O...
Page 4 Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic fax machine. For your future reference Date of purchase Serial number (found on the rear of the unit) Dealer’s name and address Dealer’s telephone number Attach your sales receipt here. Caution: L Note that the images of copied or received documents will remain on the used ink film. Use discretion when disposing of the used ink film.
Page 5: For New Zealand Users
Warning: Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is available for emergency use. This equipment will be inoperable when mains power fails. When a failure occurs which results in the internal parts becoming accessible, disconnect the power supply cord immediately and return this unit to an authorised service centre.
Page 6 Important information (for Australian users) Instructions to customer Installation Attached to this apparatus is an approval label. This label is evidence that it is a “Permitted Attachment” which has been authorised to be connected to your telephone service. Conditions relating to connection and operation of this Permitted Attachment are contained in Telecommunications General By-Law 220 (5).
Page 7: Important Safety Instructions
Important Instructions Safety Instructions Important safety instructions When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
Page 8 Important Instructions CAUTION: Installation L Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. L Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. L Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Page 9: For Best Performance
For best performance Battery charge L Place the handset on the cradle of the base unit for about 7 hours before initial use. L For details, see page 22. Operating distance and noise L The base unit and handset use radio waves to communicate with each other.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
OFF ... 54 Receiving a fax automatically – Auto answer ON... 55 6.10 Receive polling (retrieving a fax placed on another fax machine)... 56 6.11 Junk fax prohibitor (preventing fax reception from undesired callers) ... 57 7. Distinctive Ring Distinctive Ring Using with the ring detection feature 58 8.
Page 11 10.Programmable Features Base Unit 10.1 Base unit programming ...66 10.2 Basic features...67 10.3 Advanced features...68 10.4 Direct commands for programming features...71 Handset 10.5 Handset programming ...73 11.Multi-unit Operation Additional Units 11.1 Operating additional units... 81 11.2 Registering a handset to a base unit 81 11.3 Handset locator ...
Page 12: Introduction
1. Introduction 1 Introduction 1.1 Included accessories Item Power cord Telephone line cord Paper tray Starter ink film (10 metres long) Handset Rechargeable batteries Handset cover Operating instructions Quick installation guide *1 For replacement film, see page 11. For Australian users Note: L If any items are missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase.
Page 13: Accessory Information
KX-A272 *1 We recommend that you buy a full-size replacement film for continuous use of your unit. Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film. The ink film is not reusable. Do not rewind and use the ink film again. For Users in New Zealand...
Page 14: Button Descriptions Of The Base Unit
1. Introduction Finding the Controls 1.3 Button descriptions of the base unit L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. {MIC} (Microphone) L The built-in microphone. {CALLER ID} L To use Caller ID features (page 37). {LOCATOR}{HOLD} L To locate a handset (page 82). L To put a call on hold.
Page 15: Button Descriptions Of The Handset
1.4 Button descriptions of the handset L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. {j/OK} (Menu/OK) L To initiate programming. L To store a setting during programming. L To lock/unlock the handset buttons (page 30). {k} (Phonebook) L To access the phonebook (page 31). {C} (Talk) L To make/answer calls (page 29, 31).
Page 16: Display Descriptions Of The Handset
1. Introduction 1.5 Display descriptions of the handset Display icons Various icons appear on the handset display to indicate the current status of the unit. Display icon Meaning Within range of a base unit L When flashing: Handset is searching for base unit (out of range of base unit, handset is not registered to base unit, no power on...
Page 17: Overview
1.6 Overview 1.6.1 Base unit 1 Microphone 2 Document guides 3 Paper tray 4 Metal recording paper guide 5 Recording paper entrance 6 Recording paper exit 7 Tension plate 8 Antenna 9 Front cover j Document entrance k Document exit l Speaker m Green button (Back cover release button) n Back cover...
Page 18: Installation
2. Installation 2 Installation Base Unit 2.1 Ink film installation / replacement The included film roll is a starter ink film. Important: L Remove all blue shipping tape from the unit before installation. 2.1.1 Installing the ink film The included film roll is a starter ink film. Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part.
Page 19 Turn the gear of the blue core (1) in the direction of the arrow until the ink film is tight (2). Correct L The ink film is wrapped around the blue core (3) at least once. 1 turn Tight Incorrect L The ink film is not wrapped around the blue core (4).
Page 20: Paper Tray
See page 11 for accessory information. L We cannot be responsible for any damage to the unit or degradation of print quality which may occur from the use of non-Panasonic replacement film. Open the covers (see steps 1 to 3 on page 16).
Page 21: Recording Paper
2.3 Recording paper The unit can hold up to 30 sheets of 80 g/m paper. Please refer to page 106 for information on recording paper. Pull the tension plate forward (1). Fan the paper to prevent paper jams. Insert the paper, print-side down (1). Push the tension plate back (1).
Page 22: Battery Installation / Replacement
If 7 flashes even after the handset batteries have been charged for 7 hours, the batteries must be replaced. We recommend the use of Panasonic batteries. See page 11 for accessory information. Important: L Use only rechargeable batteries. If you...
Page 23: Preparation
3 Preparation Connections and Setup 3.1 Connections Important: L The unit will not function when there is a power failure. To make calls in emergency situations, you should connect a telephone that can function during a power failure to the telephone line. 1 Power cord L Connect to the power outlet (220 V –...
Page 24: Battery Charge
L If 7 flashes when you lift the handset off the base unit, charge the batteries at least 15 minutes. Battery life After your Panasonic batteries are fully charged, you can expect approximately the following performance: Ni-MH Batteries (typical 700 mAh)
Page 25: Turning The Handset Power On/Off
3.3 Turning the handset power ON/OFF 3.3.1 Power ON Press {ih} for about 1 second. L The display will change to the standby mode. 3.3.2 Power OFF Press {ih} for about 2 seconds. L The display will go blank. Help Button 3.4 Base unit help function The unit contains helpful information which can be printed for quick reference.
Page 26: Volume
3. Preparation Volume 3.5 Adjusting handset volume {j/OK} {>}{e}{v} Ringer volume 1. Press {j/OK}. 2. Select “Handset Setup”, then press {>}. 3. Select “Ringer Setup”, then press {>}. 4. Select “Ringer Volume”, then press {>}. 5. Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to select the desired volume.
Page 27: Date And Time
Times are set independently and may not necessarily be identical. L The other party’s fax machine will print the date and time on each page you send according to your base unit’s date and time setting.
Page 28: Your Logo
3. Preparation 3.7.2 With the base unit {SET} {MENU} {<}{>} Press {MENU}. SYSTEM SETUP PRESS NAVI.[( )] Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to display the following. SET DATE & TIME Press {SET}. L The cursor (|) will appear on the display. 0 1/M:01/Y:05 TIME: 00:00 Enter the current date/month/year by...
Page 29 Keypad Characters G H I M N O 6 P Q R S 7 T U V 8 W X Y Z 9 Space To change uppercase or lowercase letter. To enter a hyphen. {RECALL} To insert a space. {MUTE} To delete a digit.
Page 30: Your Fax Number
3. Preparation 3.9 Your fax number Your fax number will be printed on the top of each page sent from your unit. {STOP} {MENU} {RECALL} {SET} {<}{>} Press {MENU}. SYSTEM SETUP PRESS NAVI.[( )] Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to display the following.
Page 31: Telephone
4 Telephone Making and Answering Calls 4.1 Making phone calls 4.1.1 With the handset {j/OK} {<}{>}{e}{v} Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}. Dial the telephone number. When finished talking, press {ih} or place the handset on the base unit. Speakerphone operation For best performance, please note the following: –...
Page 32 4. Telephone 2. Select “Voice Enhancer”, then press {>}. 3. Select the desired setting, then press {>}. Note: L If you select “High Tone” or “Low Tone”, “[VE]” is displayed. Mute You can mute your voice during a conversation. While mute is turned ON, you will be able to hear the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 33: Answering Phone Calls
4.2 Answering phone calls 4.2.1 With the handset Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}. L You can also answer a call by pressing any dial key from {0} to {9}, {*}, {#} or {INT}. (Any key answer feature) When finished talking, press {ih} or place the handset on the base unit.
Page 34: Editing A Stored Item
4. Telephone To correct a mistake 1. Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the incorrect character/number. 2. Press {C/T}. L To erase all characters/numbers, press and hold {C/T}. 3. Enter the correct character/number. 4.3.2 Categories Categories can help you find items in the handset phonebook quickly and easily.
Page 35: Chain Dial
Select “Save”, then press {>}. L To edit other items, repeat steps 2 to 10. Press {ih}. 4.3.5 Erasing stored items To erase an item Press {k}. Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to display the desired item. L To search by first character (index search), see page 32.
Page 36: Base Unit Phonebook
4. Telephone 4.4 Base unit phonebook The base unit phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can store 100 names and telephone numbers to the phonebook. L You can also send faxes using the base unit phonebook (page 50).
Page 37: Caller Id Service
Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired item. Press {MENU}. Press {#}. L To cancel erasing, press {STOP}. Press {SET}. Another method to erase a stored item 1. Press {>}. 2. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired item.
Page 38 4. Telephone “OUT OF AREA”: The caller dialled from an area which does not provide Caller ID service. “PRIVATE CALLER”: The caller requested not to send caller information. Note for Australian users: L Although Telstra and Optus do not currently send caller name information, the caller’s name will be displayed as stored in the directory, when a call from that caller is...
Page 39: Viewing And Calling Back Using Caller Information
4.6 Viewing and calling back using caller information You can easily view caller information and call back. Important: L Calling back will not be possible if the caller information does not include a telephone number. Note: L Telstra, Optus, Telecom New Zealand and TelstraClear do not currently send caller name information.
Page 40: Editing A Caller's Telephone Number Before Calling Back
4. Telephone To stop viewing Press {STOP} after step 2. 4.7 Editing a caller’s telephone number before calling back L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. Note: L Telstra, Optus, Telecom New Zealand and TelstraClear do not currently send caller name information.
Page 41: Storing Caller Information Into The Phonebook
To erase specific caller information 1. Press {CALLER ID}. 2. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired item. 3. Press {<}. L To cancel erasing, press {STOP} 2 times. 4. Press {SET}. L To erase other items, repeat steps 2 to 4. 5.
Page 42: Voice Mail Service (For Australian Users Only)
4. Telephone Press {SET}. Press {SET}. Note: L You can confirm the stored items in the base unit phonebook by printing the fax number list (page 105). L To edit a name and number, see page 34. 4.10 Voice mail service (for Australian users only) Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your service provider.
Page 43: Sms (Kx-Fc235Al Only)
5 SMS (KX-FC235AL only) 5.1 SMS (Short Message Service) SMS allows you to send and receive text messages between other fixed-line and mobile phones that support compatible SMS networks and features. Important: L To use SMS features, you must: – subscribe to the Caller ID and/or appropriate service –...
Page 44: Sending A Message
5. SMS (KX-FC235AL only) L Consult your service provider for more information. Press {j/OK}. Select “SMS”, then press {>}. Select “Public”, then press {>}. Select “Settings”, then press {>}. Enter “0000” (default base unit PIN). L If you changed the PIN, enter it (page 80). Select “Message Centre1”...
Page 45: Receiving A Message
long messages differently from other messages. Consult your SMS service provider for details. L “Invalid Number” is displayed if you try to send a message to a phone number saved in the handset phonebook, Caller ID list, or redial list that is over 20 digits long. L When sending a message, “Sending Message”...
Page 46: Erasing Received Messages
5. SMS (KX-FC235AL only) 5.5.1 Displaying a received message Press {j/OK}. Select “SMS”, then press {>}. To access the public mailbox Select “Public”, then press {>}. To access a private mailbox Select the desired mailbox, press {>}, then enter its password. L If a mailbox contains new (unread) SMS messages, “@”...
Page 47: Guide To Sms Settings
5.6 Guide to SMS settings Important: L All SMS-related settings and messages will be deleted or reset to their default settings by resetting handset programming that use the base unit PIN (page 80). L Keep the front cover page open for button locations.
Page 48: Available Character Entries For Sms
5. SMS (KX-FC235AL only) 5.7 Available character entries for SMS Important: L For character entry when entering the name for phonebook, etc., see page 85. The handset dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it.
Page 49 5. SMS (KX-FC235AL only) Numeric entry table (0-9) Greek character table (M) Extended character table (N) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase:...
Page 50: Fax
6. Fax 6 Fax Sending Faxes 6.1 Sending a fax manually {A}{B} {STOP} {REDIAL} {FAX/START} {DIGITAL SP-PHONE} {j/OK} Adjust the width of the document guides (1) to fit the actual size of the document. Insert the document (up to 10 pages) FACE DOWN until a single beep is heard and the unit grasps the document.
Page 51: Documents You Can Send
2. Enter the fax number. 3. Press {FAX/START}. L The document will be fed into the unit and scanned into memory. The unit will then transmit the data. If the document exceeds the memory capacity, sending will be cancelled and this feature will be turned OFF automatically.
Page 52: Sending A Fax Using The Base Unit Phonebook
L Confirm that you have entered the number correctly, and that the number is a fax number. L Confirm that the other party’s fax machine is answering by turning ON the connecting tone feature (feature #76 on page 70). 6.4 Broadcast...
Page 53: Erasing A Stored Item From The Broadcast Memory
6.4.3 Erasing a stored item from the broadcast memory Press {>}. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display “<BROADCAST>”. Press {MENU}. Press {#}. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired item you want to erase. L To cancel erasing, press {STOP}. Press {SET}.
Page 54: Selecting The Way To Use Your Fax Machine
OFF by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly. 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.
Page 55: Manual Receive
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 54) by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly. {FAX/START} How to receive phone calls and faxes You have to answer all calls manually.
Page 56: Receiving A Fax Manually - Auto Answer Off
6. Fax 6.8 Receiving a fax manually – Auto answer 6.8.1 Activating TEL mode Set the fax machine to TEL mode by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display the following. TEL MODE L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base unit turns OFF.
Page 57: Receiving A Fax Automatically - Auto Answer On
6.9 Receiving a fax automatically – Auto answer ON 6.9.1 Activating TAM/FAX mode Make sure feature #77 is set to “TAM/FAX” beforehand (page 70). Press {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display the following. TAM/FAX MODE L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base unit turns ON.
Page 58: Receive Polling (Retrieving A Fax Placed On Another Fax Machine)
(retrieving a fax placed on another fax machine) This feature allows you to retrieve a document from another compatible fax machine. Therefore you pay for the call. Make sure that no documents are fed into your unit and that the other party’s machine is ready for your call.
Page 59: Junk Fax Prohibitor (Preventing Fax Reception From Undesired Callers)
If you subscribe to Caller ID service, this feature prevents fax reception from calls that do not show caller information. Additionally, the fax machine will not accept faxes originating from numbers that match a programmable junk fax prohibitor list. L Keep the front cover page open for button locations.
Page 60: Distinctive Ring
7. Distinctive Ring Distinctive Ring 7 Distinctive Ring 7.1 Using with the ring detection feature This feature is only for use if you subscribe to a Distinctive Ring pattern service from your telephone company. For more information on the availability of this service in your area, please contact your telephone company before setting this feature on your unit.
Page 61: Copy
8 Copy Copying 8.1 Making a copy {STOP} {START} {COPY} {>}{A}{B} Adjust the width of the document guides (1) to fit the actual size of the document. Insert the document (up to 10 pages) FACE DOWN until a single beep is heard and the unit grasps the document.
Page 62 8. Copy Setting Recording paper size “100%” (default) “92%” “86%” “72%” A4 = 210 mm × 297 mm Legal = 216 mm × 356 mm Letter = 216 mm × 279 mm Note: L If the appropriate reduction rate is not selected, the document may be divided and the top of the second sheet will be deleted.
Page 63: Answering Machine
9 Answering Machine Greeting 9.1 Recording your greeting message The unit has a pre-recorded greeting message for TAM/FAX mode. If you record your own greeting message, it will be played instead of the pre-recorded greeting message when a call is received.
Page 64: Listening To Recorded Messages
9. Answering Machine Incoming Messages 9.2 Listening to recorded messages When the unit has recorded new voice messages: – The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator will flash when the auto answer setting is turned ON. – The total number of recorded messages will flash on the base unit display.
Page 65 To stop recording, press {MEMO}. L You can also stop recording by pressing {STOP}. For voice mail/Call minder service subscribers To receive voice mail/Call minder and use answering system properly, please note the following: – To use the voice mail/Call minder service provided by your service provider rather than this unit’s answering system, change the receiving mode to TEL mode (page 54).
Page 66: Remote Operation
9. Answering Machine Remote Operation 9.4 Operating from a remote location You can call your unit from a remote location and access the answering machine. Important: L Program the remote operation ID beforehand (feature #11 on page 67). L Set the unit to TAM/FAX mode before going out (page 55). L Use a touch tone telephone for remote operations.
Page 67 {0} Skip greeting message L The greeting message is skipped. {8}{0} Turn OFF auto answer setting L You cannot return to TAM/FAX mode in the same call. To turn ON the auto answer setting 1. Call your unit and wait for 15 rings. L A beep will sound.
Page 68: Programmable Features
10. Programmable Features 10 Programmable Features Base Unit 10.1 Base unit programming {SET} {<}{>}{A}{B} {MENU} 10.1.1 Programming basic features Press {MENU}. Select the feature you wish to program. Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to display the desired feature. L The current setting of the feature will be displayed.
Page 69: Basic Features
10.2 Basic features Code #01: Setting the date and time SET DATE & TIME PRESS SET See page 26 for details. Code #02: Setting your logo YOUR LOGO PRESS SET See page 26 for details. Code #03: Setting your fax number YOUR FAX NO.
Page 70: Advanced Features
10. Programmable Features 10.3 Advanced features Code #22: Setting the journal report to print automatically AUTO JOURNAL [±] “ON” (default): The unit will print a journal report automatically after every 30 new fax transmissions and receptions (page 49). “OFF”: The unit will not print a journal report, but will keep a record of the last 30 fax transmissions and receptions.
Page 71 – memory becomes full during enlarge, reduce or collate copy. Code #36: Receiving oversized documents RCV REDUCTION =92% [±] If the size of the document sent by the other party is as large as, or larger than the recording paper, the unit can reduce the document and print it.
Page 72 “OFF”: Deactivates this feature. Note: L If the ring back tone continues, the other party’s machine may not be a fax machine or may have run out of paper. Check with the other party. L The connecting tone volume cannot be adjusted.
Page 73: Direct Commands For Programming Features
10.4 Direct commands for programming features You can also select the desired setting by directly entering the program code (# and a 2-digit number) and direct command. For more details on the features, see page 67 to page 70. Press {MENU}. Press {#} and the 2-digit code number.
Page 74 10. Programmable Features {#}{3}{6} Receiving reduction – {1}: “72%” – {2}: “86%” – {3}: “92%” (default) – {4}: “100%” {#}{3}{9} Display contrast – {1}: “NORMAL” (default) – {2}: “DARKER” {#}{4}{1} Fax activation code – {1}: “ON” (default) – {2}: “OFF” L If you select “ON”, next enter your 2 to 4 digit code using {0}–{9}, {*} and {#}.
Page 75: Handset Programming
Handset 10.5 Handset programming L When customising, the current item or setting is indicated by ). Menu Sub-menu “Time Settings” “Set Date & Time” “Alarm” “Ringer Setup” “Ringer Volume” “Ext. Ringtone” “Int. Ringtone” “Night Mode” “Display Setup” “Standby Display” “Select Language” “Contrast”...
Page 76 10. Programmable Features For KX-FC231NZ, the default settings are as following. *1 “600 msec.” *2 “111”, “911” and “999” Note: L Up to 3 menu items can be displayed at a time. To select a menu item not shown on the current page,...
Page 77: Night Mode
10.5.1 Programmable functions {j/OK} {>}{e}{v} Helpful hints: L To exit programming, press {ih} at any time. 10.5.2 Alarm Setting alarm An alarm will sound for 3 minutes at the set time once or daily. Set the date and time beforehand (page 25). 1.
Page 78 10. Programmable Features 6. Select “On” or “Off” (default), then press {>}. 7. Press {ih}. Note: L When the night mode is turned ON, “[N]” is displayed. L Set the receiving mode to TEL mode. Setting the start and end time for night mode 1.
Page 79: Other Options
L If you change the PIN, please make note of your new PIN. The unit will not reveal the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. 1. Press {j/OK}. 2. Select “Handset Setup”, then press {>}.
Page 80: Call Options
10. Programmable Features 6. Select “Yes”, then press {>}. 7. Press {ih}. Note: L The following items will be deleted or reset to their default settings: – Settings listed on page 73 (not including items using the base unit PIN) –...
Page 81 Storing/changing emergency numbers These settings determine which telephone numbers can be dialled while the call bar feature is ON (page 77). 1. Press {j/OK}. 2. Select “Base Unit Setup”, then press {>}. 3. Enter “0000” (default base unit PIN). L If you changed the PIN, enter it (page 80). 4.
Page 82 L If you change the PIN, please make note of your new PIN. The unit will not reveal the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. 1. Press {j/OK}. 2. Select “Base Unit Setup”, then press {>}.
Page 83: Multi-Unit Operation
11 Multi-unit Operation Additional Units 11.1 Operating additional units 11.1.1 Additional handsets Up to 6 handsets can be registered to a single base unit. Additional handsets, for example, will allow you to have an intercom call with another handset while a third handset is on an outside call.
Page 84: Handset Locator
11.2.6 Increasing the range of the base unit You can increase the range of the base unit by using a DECT repeater. Please use only Panasonic DECT repeater. See page 11 for accessory information. Important: L Before registering the repeater to this base unit, you must turn the repeater mode ON.
Page 85: Intercom Between Handsets
11.4 Intercom between handsets Intercom calls can be made between handsets in the same radio cell, but not in different radio cells. L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. Example: When handset 1 calls handset 2 1. Handset 1: Press {INT} and {2} (desired handset number).
Page 86: Copying Handset Phonebook Items
11. Multi-unit Operation 11.6 Copying handset phonebook items Phonebook items (page 31) can be copied from the handset to the phonebook of another handset. L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. Copying a stored item 1. Find the desired item (page 32), then press {j/OK}.
Page 87: Useful Information
12 Useful Information 12.1 Available character entries for the handset Important: L For character entry when writing SMS messages, see page 46 (KX-FC235AL only). The handset dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it.
Page 88 12. Useful Information Greek character table (M) Extended 1 character table (N) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Extended 2 character table (O) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Cyrillic character table (P)
Page 89: Help
L The document was not fed into the unit properly. Re-insert it and try again. OTHER FAX NOT RESPONDING L The other party’s fax machine is busy or has run out of recording paper. Try again. L The other party’s fax machine rings too many times.
Page 90: Error Messages - Base Unit Display
L The ink film is slack. Tighten it (see step 5 on page 17) and install again. L The fax machine is positioned near appliances such as TVs or speakers which generate an intense magnetic field. L The remaining ink film is low. Prepare a new ink film (page 11).
Page 91 (page 62). L There is something wrong with the unit’s modem. Contact our service personnel. L The other party’s fax machine is busy or has run out of recording paper. Try again. L Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film (page 11).
Page 92: When A Function Does Not Work, Check Here
L The power cord or telephone line cord is not connected. Check the connections. L If you connected the fax machine through a computer modem, connect the fax machine directly to a telephone line jack. L The ringer volume is turned OFF. Adjust it (page 24).
Page 93 Problem The speakerphone is not working. I cannot locate a handset. Caller information is not displayed. While viewing caller information, the display returns to standby mode. 13.3.3 Handset Problem The handset does not work. The handset display is blank. The handset will not turn w is flashing.
Page 94 13. Help Problem A busy tone is heard when {C} is pressed. Static, sound cuts in/out, fades. Interference from other electrical units. Noise is heard during a call. The handset stops working while being used. While storing an item in the phonebook or assigning a one touch dial, the handset starts to...
Page 95: Fax – Sending
L Locate the handset and the base unit away from other electrical appliances. Cause & Solution L The other party’s fax machine is busy or has run out of recording paper. Try again. L The other party does not have a fax machine. Check with the other party.
Page 96 L The other party placed the document in their fax machine the wrong way. Check with the other party. Please do not reuse the ink film! Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film. Refer to page 11 for further details. L The thermal head is dirty. Clean it (page 103).
Page 97 L Adjust the width of the document guides to fit the actual size of the document. Please do not reuse the ink film! Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film. Refer to page 11 for further details. Original AB C L Some paper has instructions recommending which side to print on.
Page 98 13. Help 13.3.8 SMS (KX-FC235AL only) Problem I cannot send or receive SMS messages. “FD” is displayed. “FE” is displayed. “E0” is displayed. Q is not displayed after you display a message. An error code (“FD”, “FE”, or “E0”) is displayed. Cause &...
Page 99: If A Power Failure Occurs
Note for Australian users: L Panasonic Australia operates a toll free Customer Care Centre. Please visit the website for assistance at <http://www.panasonic.com.au> or please call 132600. Note for New Zealand users: L Panasonic New Zealand operates a Customer Support Centre.
Page 100: Recording Paper Jams
13. Help Jams 13.4 Recording paper jams 13.4.1 When the recording paper has jammed in the unit The base unit display will show the following. PAPER JAMMED Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part. Release the back cover by pushing the green button (1).
Page 101 Turn the gear of the blue core (1) in the direction of the arrow until the ink film is tight (2). Correct L The ink film is wrapped around the blue core (3) at least once. 1 turn Tight Incorrect L The ink film is not wrapped around the blue core (4).
Page 102 13. Help Remove the recording paper and straighten. Pull the tension plate forward (1) and insert the paper. Then push the tension plate back. 13.4.2 When the recording paper was not fed into the unit properly The base unit display will show the following. Remove the recording paper and straighten.
Page 103: Document Jams - Sending
13.5 Document jams – sending Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part. Remove the jammed document carefully (1). Close the front cover securely. Note: L Do not pull out the jammed paper forcibly before opening the front cover. 13.
Page 104: Document Feeder / Scanner Glass Cleaning
13. Help Cleaning 13.6 Document feeder / scanner glass cleaning Clean the document feeder/scanner glass when: – Documents frequently misfeed. – Smudges or black/white lines appear on the original document when sending or copying. Disconnect the power cord and the telephone line cord.
Page 105: Thermal Head Cleaning
13.7 Thermal head cleaning If smudges or black/white lines appear on a copied/received document, check whether there is dust on the thermal head. Clean the thermal head to remove the dust. Disconnect the power cord and the telephone line cord. Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part.
Page 106 13. Help Clean the thermal head (1) with a cloth moistened with isopropyl rubbing alcohol, and let it dry thoroughly. Caution: L To prevent a malfunction due to static electricity, do not use a dry cloth and do not touch the thermal head directly. Reinstall the ink film and close the covers (see steps 4 to 7 on page 16).
Page 107: General Information
14 General Information Printed Reports 14.1 Reference lists and reports (Base unit only) You can print out the following lists and reports for your reference. “SETUP LIST”: provides you with the current settings of the base unit programming features (page 67 to page 70). “FAX NO.
Page 108: Specifications
14. General Information Specifications 14.2 Specifications 14.2.1 Base unit I Applicable lines: Public Switched Telephone Network I Document size: Max. 216 mm in width, Max. 600 mm in length I Effective scanning width: 208 mm I Effective printing width: A4: 202 mm I Transmission time Approx.
Page 109 – Paper with foreign objects attached, such as tabs or staples – Paper which has dust, lint or oil stains – Paper that will melt, vaporize, discolour, scorch or emit dangerous fumes near 200 °C, such as vellum paper. These materials may transfer onto the fusing roller and cause damage.
Page 110: Index
15. Index 15. Index 15.1 Index # #01 Date and time: 26 #02 Your logo: 26 #03 Your fax number: 28 #04 Sending report: 49, 67 #06 FAX ring setting: 67 #06 TAM ring setting: 55, 67 #10 Message recording time: 67 #11 Remote operation ID: 67 #17 External ring tone: 67 #22 Automatic journal report: 49, 68...
Page 111 FAX ONLY mode: 52, 56 Fax Stream Duet: 58 Friendly reception: 69 G Greeting message: 61 H Handset Additional handsets: 81 Cancelling: 82 Locator: 82 PIN: 77 Registration: 81 Handset phonebook Copying: 84 Editing: 32 Erasing: 33 Making a phone call: 32 Storing: 31 Help: 23 Incoming message monitor: 70...
Page 112 15. Index Broadcast: 51 From memory: 48 Manually: 48 Sending report: 49, 67 SMS feature (KX-FC235AL only): 41 Storing Broadcast: 50 One touch dial: 33 Phonebook: 31, 34 T TAM/FAX mode: 52, 55 TEL mode: 53, 54 Toll saver: 55 Transferring calls: 83 V Voice enhancer: 29 Voice guidance: 69...
Page 113 Notes...
Page 114 Global web site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Copyright: L This material is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd., and may be reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written consent of Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.

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Panasonic KX-FC231NZ Operating Instructions Manual

1 Introduction

2 Installation

3 Preparation

Volume

4 Telephone

5 SMS (KX-FC235AL Only)

6 Fax

7 Distinctive Ring

8 Copy

9 Answering Machine

Remote Operation

10 Programmable Features

11 Multi-Unit Operation

Additional Units

12 Useful Information

13 Help

14 General Information

Specifications

15 Index

Quick Links

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