FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.PDF Page 1 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM Compact Plain Paper Fax with DECT Operating Instructions Model No. Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save for future reference. This unit is compatible with Caller ID and SMS. To use these features, you must subscribe to the appropriate service of your service provider. KX-FC235E Be sure to use the telephone line cord included in this unit.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page i Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 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.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page ii Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM Location of Controls Please keep this page open when following operating instructions. For a description of each button, see page 12, 13.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 2 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 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.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 3 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM Important Instructions Important Safety Instructions 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. 3. Unplug this unit from power outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 4 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM Important Instructions CAUTION: Installation L Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. L Never install telephone sockets in wet locations unless the socket 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. L Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. L Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 5 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM Important Instructions 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. 1 Placing your base unit away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios, personal computers or other phones. 2 Placing the base unit in a HIGH and CENTRAL location with no obstructions such as walls. 3 Raising the antenna vertically.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 6 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM Important Instructions Important Information The connection to the telecommunication systems must not be hard wired and must be unplugged before the earth is disconnected. Method of connection This apparatus is connected to the exchange line or PABX/PMBX extension by the new standard British Telecom plug and socket. Arrangements for provision of this type of termination can be made through the nearest British Telecom Sales Office.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 7 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM Important Instructions For your safety This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for ASTA mark mark or the BSI on the body of the fuse.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 8 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM Table of Contents 1. Introduction 1. Table of Contents Accessories 1.1 Included accessories........................10 1.2 Accessory information ......................11 Finding the Controls 1.3 Button descriptions of the base unit . 12 1.4 Button descriptions of the handset ... 13 1.5 Display descriptions of the handset.. 14 1.6 Overview .......................................... 15 2. Installation Base Unit 2.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 9 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM Table of Contents features.............................................72 Handset 8.5 Handset programming ......................75 9. Multi-unit Operation Additional Units 9.1 Operating additional units................. 82 9.2 Registering a handset to a base unit 82 9.3 Handset locator ................................83 9.4 Intercom between handsets ............. 84 9.5 Transferring calls between handsets / Conference calls...................
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 10 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 1. Introduction 1 Introduction 1.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 11 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 1. Introduction 1.2 Accessory information 1.2.1 Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre L For customers within the UK: 08701 580560 L For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 L Visit our website for product information L E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 12 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 1. Introduction Finding the Controls 1.3 Button descriptions of the base unit L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. A {MIC} (Microphone) L The built-in microphone. B {CALLER ID} L To use Caller ID features (page 38). C {LOCATOR}{HOLD} L To locate a handset (page 83). L To put a call on hold. D {ERASE} L To erase messages (page 62, 63). E {PLAYBACK} L To play messages (page 63).
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 13 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 1. Introduction 1.4 Button descriptions of the handset current page, scroll up or down by pressing the navigator key, {e} or {v}, respectively. L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. A {j/OK} (Menu/OK) L To initiate programming. L To store a setting during programming. L To lock/unlock the handset buttons (page 30). B {k} (Phonebook) L To access the phonebook (page 32). C {C} (Talk) L To make/answer calls (page 29, 31).
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 14 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 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.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 15 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 1. Introduction 1.6.2 Handset 1.6 Overview 1.6.1 Base unit 1 2 1 3 45 6 7 2 8 3 1 Speaker 2 Receiver 3 Microphone Removing the shipping tape Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part (1), then remove the shipping tape (2).
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 16 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 2. Installation 2 Installation Base Unit 3 Open the back cover. 4 Insert the front ink film roll by inserting its blue gear into the left slot of the unit (1). Insert the rear ink film roll by inserting its white gear into the left slot of the unit (2). L The ink film is safe to touch and will not rub off on your hands like carbon paper. L Make sure the blue gear (1) and white gear (2) are installed as shown. 2.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 17 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 2. Installation 5 Turn the gear of the blue core (1) in the direction of the arrow until the ink film is tight (2). L The ink film is reversed. L The ink film is slack or creased. 1 6 Close the back cover securely by pushing down on the notched area at both ends (1). 1 2 7 Close the front cover securely. Correct L The ink film is wrapped around the blue core (3) at least once.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 18 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 2. Installation 2.1.2 Replacing the ink film To ensure that the unit operates properly, we recommend the use of Panasonic replacement film. 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. 1 Open the covers (see steps 1 to 3 on page 16). 2 Remove the used core (1) and used ink film (2). 2.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 19 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 2. Installation 3 Insert the paper, print-side down (1). 2.3 Recording paper The unit can hold up to 30 sheets of 80 g/m2 paper. Please refer to page 106 for information on recording paper. 1 1 Pull the tension plate forward (1). 1 4 2 Push the tension plate back (1). Fan the paper to prevent paper jams. 1 L If the paper is not inserted correctly, readjust the paper, or the paper may jam.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 20 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 2. Installation 2.4.2 Replacing the batteries Handset 2.4 Battery installation / replacement 2.4.1 Installing the batteries 1 2 20 Insert the batteries negative (T) terminal first. 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.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 21 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 3. Preparation (3), please connect the telephone line cord as follows. 3 Preparationand Setup Connections 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 Mains lead L Connect to Household Mains Supply (220 V – 240 V, 50 Hz).
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 22 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 3. Preparation 3.2 Battery charge Place the handset on the cradle of the base unit for about 7 hours before initial use. When charging, the battery icon is shown as follows. When the batteries are fully charged, 5 remains on the display. 1 Note: L Clean the handset charge contacts (1) and the charger charge contacts (2) with a soft, dry cloth once a month, otherwise the batteries may not charge properly.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 23 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 3. Preparation Help Button 3.3 Turning the handset power ON/OFF 3.4 Base unit help function 3.3.1 Power ON “BASIC SETTINGS”: How to set the date, time, your logo and fax number. Press {ih} for about 1 second. L The display will change to the standby mode. The unit contains helpful information which can be printed for quick reference. “FEATURE LIST”: How to program the features.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 24 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 3. Preparation Volume 3.5 Adjusting handset volume 3.6 Adjusting base unit volume {j/OK} {C} {>}{e}{v} {ih} {s} {SET} {A}{B} {INT} 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. 6. Press {>}. 7. Press {ih}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 25 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 3. Preparation Example: 3:15 PM (12-hour time entry) Initial Programming 1. Press {0}{3} {1}{5}. 3.7 Date and time Date :10-08-05 Time :03:15 @=12/24 You must set the date and time for both the handset and the base unit. 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.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 26 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 3. Preparation 3.7.2 With the base unit 3.8 Your logo Your logo will be printed on the top of each page sent from your unit. The logo can be your name or the name of your company. {SET} {MENU} {<}{>} 1 Press {MENU}. SYSTEM SETUP PRESS NAVI.[( )] 2 SET DATE & TIME PRESS SET 3 1 Enter the current date/month/year by selecting 2 digits for each. Example: 10 August, 2005 Press {1}{0} {0}{8} {0}{5}. Press {MENU}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 27 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 3. Preparation Keypad Characters {4} G H I 4 g h 4 J K L 5 j k 5 {5} {6} {8} {9} l LOGO=| B 2. Press {4} 3 times. LOGO=B| I 3. Press {*}. M N O 6 m n {7} i 1. Press {2} 2 times. o LOGO=B| i 6 P Q R S 7 p q r s T U V 8 t u v 7 8 W X Y Z 9 w x 9 y z {0} Space 0 {*} To change uppercase or lowercase letter. {RECALL} To enter a hyphen. {MUTE} To insert a space. {STOP} To delete a digit.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 28 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 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} {<}{>} {SET} 1 {RECALL} Press {MENU}. SYSTEM SETUP PRESS NAVI.[( )] 2 Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to display the following. YOUR FAX NO. PRESS SET 3 Press {SET}. L The cursor (|) will appear on the display. NO.=| 4 Enter your fax number, up to 20 digits. Example: NO.=1234567| 5 Press {SET}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 29 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone L To exit the list, press {ih}. 4 Telephone Making and Answering Calls 4.1 Making phone calls 4.1.1 With the handset {j/OK} {C} {s} {<}{>}{e}{v} 1 2 3 {R} {ih} {C/T} 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: – Use the speakerphone in a quiet environment.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 30 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 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. 1. To mute your voice, press {C/T}. 2. To return to the conversation, press {C/T} again.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 31 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone 4.2 Answering phone calls 4.2.1 With the handset 4.3 Using the recall feature L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. {RECALL} (base unit) / {R} (handset) is used to access optional telephone services such as call waiting. Contact your telephone company business office for details. {C} {s} {ih} {INT} 1 Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 32 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone Automatic Dialling 4.4 Handset phonebook The handset phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can add 200 names and phone numbers to the phonebook, assign each phonebook item to the desired category, and search for phonebook items by name or category. When the system has additional handsets (page 82), each handset can have its own phonebook.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 33 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone 3. Select the character entry mode that contains the character you are searching for, and press {>}. 4. Press the dial key ({0} to {9}) which contains the character you are searching for (page 86). L Press the same dial key repeatedly to display the first item corresponding to each letter located on that dial key. L If there is no item corresponding to the letter you selected, the next item will be displayed. 5.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 34 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone L If you do not wish to overwrite, select “Go Back”. 6. Select “Save”, then press {>}. 7. Press {ih}. To make a call using a one touch dial key 1. Press and hold the desired one touch dial key ({1} to {9}). L You can view other one touch dial assignments by pressing {e} or {v}. 2. Press {C} or {s}. 4.5 Base unit phonebook The base unit phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 35 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone L To erase all characters/numbers, press and hold {STOP}. 2 Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired item. 4.5.2 Making a phone call using the phonebook 3 4 Press {MENU}. Before using this feature, store the desired names and telephone numbers in the base unit phonebook (page 34). 5 Press {SET}. 1 2 Press {>}. 3 Press {DIGITAL SP-PHONE}. L The base unit will start dialling automatically.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 36 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone Caller ID 4.6 Caller ID service This unit is compatible with Caller ID service offered by your local telephone company. To use this feature, you must subscribe to Caller ID service. Important: L This unit is designed in accordance with the ETS (European Telecommunication Standard) and only supports the basic CLIP (Calling Line Identification Presentation) features.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 37 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone 4. Select the current setting of the category ring tone, then press {>}. 5. Select the desired ring tone, then press {>}. 6. Press {ih}. 4.7 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. 4.7.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 38 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone 4.7.2 With the base unit The display will show the number of new calls in standby mode. Example: 10 NEW CALLS 10:59 4.8 Editing a caller’s telephone number before calling back L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. {CALLER ID} 4.8.1 With the handset 1 2 3 {STOP} {FAX/START} 1 2 3 4 {A}{B} {DIGITAL SP-PHONE} Press {CALLER ID}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 39 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone To delete a number Press{<} or {>} to move the cursor to the number you want to delete and press {STOP}. L To erase all numbers, press and hold {STOP}. To insert a number 1. Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the position to the right of where you want to insert the number. 2. Enter the number. Another method to erase a specific caller information 1. Press {CALLER ID}. 2.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 40 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone 4.10 Storing caller information into the phonebook L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. Important: L This feature is not available if the caller information does not include a telephone number. 4.10.1 Into the handset phonebook 1 2 3 Press {j/OK}. Select “Caller List”, then press {>}. Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to display the desired item, then press {j/OK}. 4 5 Select “Add Phonebook”, then press {>}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 41 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone SMS 4.11 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.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 42 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone L Consult your service provider for more information. 1 2 3 4 5 Press {j/OK}. 6 Select “Message Centre1” or “Message Centre2”, then press {>}. 7 Edit the number as necessary, then press {j/OK}. 8 9 Select “Save”, then press {>}. 3 To access the public mailbox Select “Public”, then press {>}. To access a private mailbox Select the desired mailbox, press {>}, then enter its password. 4 Select “Create”, then press {>}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 43 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone L To cancel sending, press {ih}. Note: L This unit supports SMS messages of up to 612 characters, however, the maximum number of characters you can send or receive may be limited by your SMS service provider. Consult your SMS service provider for details. L If your message contains over 160 characters, “@@Long Message@@” is displayed. Your service provider may treat long messages differently from other messages.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 44 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone – the message centre number is stored in the Caller ID list (page 37) {j/OK} 4.16.2 Replying to a message 1 While reading a received message, press {j/OK}. 2 3 Select “Reply”, then press {>}. 4 Edit the destination telephone number and/or press {j/OK}. 5 Continue from step 9, “4.15.1 Writing and sending a new message”, page 42. {C} {s} {ih} {>}{e}{v} 4.16.1 Displaying a received message 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press {j/OK}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 45 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone 4.17 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). 4 5 Select “Settings”, then press {>}. 6 Select “Private Mailbox”, then press {>}. 7 Select the desired mailbox name, then press {>} 2 times. 8 9 Enter the mailbox’s 4-digit password.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 46 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone 10 Press {ih}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 47 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 4. Telephone 4.18 Available character entries for SMS Important: L For character entry when entering the name for phonebook, etc., see page 86. The handset dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it. The available character entry modes are, LetterWise®, Alphabet, Numeric, Greek and Extended.
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FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 49 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax 5 Fax Sending Faxes 5.1 Sending a fax manually 5 6 Dial the fax number. When a fax tone is heard: Press {FAX/START}. When the other party answers your call: 1 Ask them to press their start button. When the fax tone is heard, press {FAX/START}. {A}{B} {STOP} {REDIAL} {FAX/START} {DIGITAL SP-PHONE} {j/OK} {C} {s} {ih} {>} 1 Adjust the width of the document guides (1) to fit the actual size of the document.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 50 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax Maximum document size 2. Enter the fax number. 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. You must send the entire document manually.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 51 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax 5.3 Sending a fax using the base unit phonebook 5.4 Broadcast transmission Before using this feature, store the desired names and telephone numbers into the base unit phonebook (page 34). L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. By storing base unit phonebook items (page 34) into the broadcast memory, you can send the same document to multiple parties (up to 20).
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 52 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax 5.4.3 Erasing a stored item from the broadcast memory 1. Insert the document. 2. Press {>}. 1 2 Press {>}. 3. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display “”. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display “”. 4. Press {SET} to start programming the parties you want to send the document to. 3 4 5 Press {MENU}. 5. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired party. 6 7 Press {SET}. 8 Press {STOP}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 53 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax Receiving Faxes 5.5 Selecting the way to use your fax machine Depending on your situation, select the way you prefer to use your fax machine. Auto receive – Use as a telephone answering machine and/or fax (TAM/FAX mode) – Use only as a fax (FAX ONLY mode) Manual receive – Use mostly as a telephone (TEL mode) – Use as a telephone and/or fax (TEL/FAX mode) automatic answer feature to OFF by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 54 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax 5.7 Manual receive 5.7.1 Use mostly as a telephone (TEL mode) Your situation 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 55) by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly. {FAX/START} Note: L Make sure feature #73 is set to “TEL” beforehand (page 71). How to receive phone calls and faxes You have to answer all calls manually.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 55 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax 5.8 Receiving a fax manually – Auto answer OFF 5.8.1 Activating TEL mode 1 Make sure feature #73 is set to “TEL” beforehand (page 71). 2 Press {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display the following. TEL MODE L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base unit turns OFF. Note: L By default, the unit reduces the size of the received document to 92% when printing (See feature #36 on page 69 for details).
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 56 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax 5.8.2 Activating TEL/FAX mode 1 Make sure feature #73 is set to “TEL/FAX” beforehand (page 71). 2 Press {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display the following. TEL/FAX MODE L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base unit turns OFF. 3 The ringer volume setting should be ON (page 24). {STOP} How phone calls and faxes are received 1. “INCOMING CALL” will be displayed but the unit will not ring. 2.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 57 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax 5.9 Receiving a fax automatically – Auto answer ON 5.9.1 Activating TAM/FAX mode 1 Make sure feature #77 is set to “TAM/FAX” beforehand (page 71). 2 Press {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display the following. TAM/FAX MODE L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base unit turns ON. L The remaining time for recording incoming messages will be displayed.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 58 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax 5.9.2 Activating FAX ONLY mode 1 Make sure feature #77 is set to “FAX ONLY” beforehand (page 71). 2 Press {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display the following. FAX ONLY MODE L The {AUTO ANSWER} indicator on the base unit turns ON. How faxes are received When receiving calls, the unit will automatically answer all calls and only receive fax documents.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 59 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 5. Fax 5.11 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.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 60 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 6. Copy 6 Copy Copying 6.1 Making a copy 1 {STOP} {START} {COPY} {>}{A}{B} 1 Adjust the width of the document guides (1) to fit the actual size of the document. 2 Insert the document (up to 10 pages) FACE DOWN until a single beep is heard and the unit grasps the document. L If the document guides are not adjusted to fit the document, re-adjust them. 3 If necessary, press {A} or {B} repeatedly to select the desired resolution.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 61 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 6. Copy Setting Recording paper size Original document size “100%” (default) A4 A4, Letter “92%” A4 A4 “86%” A4 A4 “72%” A4 Legal L After copying, the collating feature will turn OFF automatically. L If the unit has run out of recording paper, the unit will scan the document but will not print, and the data will not be stored in the memory. Insert more paper, press {START}, then try copying again.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 62 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 7. Answering Machine – If you change the setting from 60 seconds to 16 seconds, your TAM/FAX greeting message will be deleted. The prerecorded greeting message will be played when a call is received. 7 Answering Machine Greeting 7.1 Recording your greeting message The unit has a pre-recorded greeting message for TAM/FAX mode.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 63 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 7. Answering Machine Incoming Messages 7.2 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. Example: 02 To repeat a message Press {<} while listening to the message.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 64 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 7. Answering Machine 4 64 To stop recording, press {MEMO}. L You can also stop recording by pressing {STOP}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 65 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 7. Answering Machine Remote Operation 7.4 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 68). L Set the unit to TAM/FAX mode before going out (page 57). L Use a touch tone telephone for remote operations. Helpful hints: L When you press a key, press firmly.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 66 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 7. Answering Machine {9} Stop L Recording of the greeting message is stopped. {*}{4} Erase a specific message (During playback) L The current message is erased and the next message will be played. {*}{5} Erase all messages L All recorded messages are erased. {0} Skip greeting message L The greeting message is skipped.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 67 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features 8 Programmable Base Unit Features 8.1 Base unit programming {<}{>}{A}{B} {SET} {MENU} 8.1.1 Programming basic features 1 2 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. 3 Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired setting.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 68 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features 8.2 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 Code #10: Changing the maximum recording time for incoming messages RECORDING TIME =VOX [±] “VOX” (default): Unlimited. “1 MIN”–“9 MIN”: 1 minute to 9 minutes. Code #11: Setting the remote operation ID REMOTE TAM ID =ON [±] 1. Press {MENU}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 69 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features 8. Press {SET}. 8.3 Advanced features Code #22: Setting the journal report to print automatically AUTO JOURNAL =ON [±] 9. Enter the transmission start time. L If you select 12-hour time entry when you set the date and time (page 26), press {*} repeatedly to select “AM” or “PM”. L If you selected 24-hour time entry when you set the date and time (page 26), the time is set using 24-hour time entry.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 70 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features 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. Select the desired reduction rate. Setting Recording paper size Original document size “100%” A4 Letter “92%” (default) A4 A4 “86%” A4 A4 “72%” A4 Legal Note: L The information of the sending party is printed on the top of each page.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 71 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features Code #53: Turning SMS ON/OFF SMS =OFF [±] See page 41 for details. Code #54: Changing the recording time for your TAM/FAX greeting message GREETING TIME =16s [±] “16s” (default): Maximum recording time is 16 seconds. “60s”: Maximum recording time is 60 seconds. See page 62 for details.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 72 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features 4. Press {SET}. 5. Press {SET} again. 6. Press {MENU}. Note: L The ECM selection (feature #68 on page 71) will not be reset. 8.4 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 68 to page 71. 1 2 3 Press {MENU}. 4 5 Press {SET}.
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FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 74 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features {#}{7}{7} Auto answer – {1}: “FAX ONLY” – {2}: “TAM/FAX” (default) {#}{7}{8} TEL/FAX ring setting – {1}: “1” – {2}: “2” (default) – {3}: “3” – {4}: “4” – {5}: “5” – {6}: “6” – {7}: “7” – {8}: “8” – {9}: “9” {#}{8}{0} Set default – {1}: “YES” – {2}: “NO” (default) L If you select “YES”, press {SET} 2 times, then press {MENU} to exit programming.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 75 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features Handset 8.5 Handset programming L When customising, the current item or setting is indicated by ). Menu Sub-menu “Time Settings” “Set Date & Time” “Ringer Setup” Sub-menu 2 Default setting ---------- “Call Options” “Off” page 76 “Ringer Volume” Maximum page 24 “Ext. Ringtone” “Ringtone 1” page 76 “Int.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 76 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features 8.5.1 Programmable functions 8.5.3 Ringer options {j/OK} {C} {ih} {>}{e}{v} Helpful hints: L To exit programming, press {ih} at any time. 8.5.2 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. Press {j/OK}. 2. Select “Handset Setup”, then press {>}. 3. Select “Time Settings”, then press {>}. 4.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 77 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. 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. Press {j/OK}. 2. Select “Handset Setup”, then press {>}. 3. Select “Ringer Setup”, then press {>}. 4. Select “Night Mode”, then press {>}. 5. Select “Start/End”, then press {>}. 6.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 78 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features press {>}, press {v} 2 times, press {>}, press {v}, press {>}, select the desired language, then press {>}. Press {ih}. Changing the display contrast 1. Press {j/OK}. 2. Select “Handset Setup”, then press {>}. 3. Select “Display Setup”, then press {>}. 4. Select “Contrast”, then press {>}. 5. Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to select the desired contrast, then press {>}. 6. Press {ih}. 8.5.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 79 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features Resetting the handset to its default settings 1. Press {j/OK}. 2. Select “Handset Setup”, then press {>}. 3. Select “Other Options”, then press {>}. 4. Select “Reset Handset”, then press {>}. 5. Enter “0000” (default handset PIN). L If you changed the PIN, enter it (page 78). 6. Select “Yes”, then press {>}. 7. Press {ih}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 80 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features Storing/changing emergency numbers These settings determine which telephone numbers can be dialled while the call bar feature is ON (page 78). 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. Select “Call Options”, then press {>}. 5. Select “Emergency No.”, then press {>}. 6. Select a memory location, then press {>}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 81 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 8. Programmable Features – Caller ID list for the handset (page 37) L The repeater mode will be retained (page 83).
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 82 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 9. Multi-unit Operation 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. See page 11 for accessory information. Note: L If an error tone sounds, or if w is still flashing, register the handset manually. L If all registered handsets start ringing in step 2, press {LOCATOR} to stop.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 83 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 9. Multi-unit Operation 4 Select the desired base unit number, or “Auto”, then press {>}. L The handset starts searching for the base unit. 9.2.4 Cancelling a handset A handset can cancel its own registration (or the registration of another handset) that is stored in the base unit. This will allow the base unit to forget the handset. 1 2 Press {j/OK}. 3 Enter “0000” (default base unit PIN). L If you changed the PIN, enter it (page 80).
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 84 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 9. Multi-unit Operation 9.4 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). L The handset 2 will ring. 2. Handset 2: Press {C} or {s} to answer. 3. When finished talking, press {ih}. 9.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 85 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 9. Multi-unit Operation 9.6 Copying handset phonebook items Phonebook items (page 32) 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}. 2. Select “Copy”, then press {>}. 3. Enter the handset number you wish to send the item to. 4. To continue copying another item, select “Yes”, then press {>}.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 86 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 10. Useful Information 10 Useful Information 10.1 Available character entries for the handset Important: L For character entry when writing SMS messages, see page 47. The handset dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it. The available character entry modes are, LetterWise, Alphabet, Numeric, Greek, Extended 1, Extended 2, and Cyrillic.
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FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 88 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help 11 Help Error Messages 11.1 Error messages – Reports If a problem occurs during fax transmission or reception, one of the following messages will be printed on the sending and journal reports (page 50). COMMUNICATION ERROR (Code: 40-42, 46-72, FF) L A transmission or reception error occurred. Try again or check with the other party. COMMUNICATION ERROR (Code: 43, 44) L A line problem occurred.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 89 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help 11.2 Error messages – Base unit display If the unit detects a problem, one or more of the following messages will appear on the display. Display Cause and Solution “CALL SERVICE” L There is something wrong with the unit. Contact our service personnel. “CHECK DOCUMENT” L The document was not fed into the unit properly. Re-insert the document.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 90 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Display Cause and Solution “MESSAGE FULL” L There is no memory available to record voice messages. Erase unnecessary messages (page 63). “MODEM ERROR” L There is something wrong with the unit’s modem. Contact our service personnel. “NO FAX REPLY” L The other party’s fax machine is busy or has run out of recording paper. Try again.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 91 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Troubleshooting 11.3 When a function does not work, check here If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, reset the unit. Disconnect the mains lead and turn OFF the handset. Reconnect the mains lead and turn ON the handset. 11.3.1 Initial settings Problem Cause & Solution I cannot hear a dial tone.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 92 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Problem Cause & Solution I cannot locate a handset. L The called handset is too far from the base unit. L The called handset is in use. Try again later. Caller information is not displayed. L You have not subscribed to Caller ID service. L The caller requested not to send his/her information. L Depending on the service of the local telephone company, caller information may not be displayed on the handset in TEL/FAX mode.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 93 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Problem Cause & Solution While storing an item in the phonebook or assigning a one touch dial, the handset starts to ring. L To answer a call, press {C} or {s}. Storing will be cancelled. Store the name and number again. I assigned a phonebook item to a desired category, but category ring tones will not sound. L You must subscribe to Caller ID service. L Set to TEL mode, TAM/FAX mode or FAX ONLY mode to use SMS features.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 94 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Problem Cause & Solution I cannot send a fax overseas. L Use the overseas transmission mode of feature #23 (page 69). L Add two pauses at the end of the telephone number or dial manually. The other party complains that letters on their received document are distorted or not clear. L If your line has special telephone services such as call waiting, the service may have been activated during fax transmission.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 95 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Problem Cause & Solution The printing quality is poor. 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). L Some paper has instructions recommending which side to print on. Try turning the paper over. L You may have used paper with a cotton and/or fibre content that is over 20%, such as letterhead or resume paper.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 96 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Problem Cause & Solution The printing quality is poor. Please do not reuse the ink film! Please use genuine Panasonic replacement film. Refer to page 11 for further details. Original Copy ABC L Some paper has instructions recommending which side to print on. Try turning the paper over. L You may have used paper with a cotton and/or fibre content that is over 20%, such as letterhead or resume paper. L The thermal head is dirty.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 97 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Problem Cause & Solution “FE” is displayed. L An error occurred while sending the message. Try again. “E0” is displayed. L Your telephone number is permanently withheld or you have not subscribed to the appropriate service. Consult your service provider. Q is not displayed after you display a message. An error code (“FD”, “FE”, or “E0”) is displayed.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 98 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Jams 3 Open the back cover. 4 Remove the jammed recording paper (1). 11.4 Recording paper jams 11.4.1 When the recording paper has jammed in the unit The base unit display will show the following. PAPER JAMMED 1 Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part. 1 2 Release the back cover by pushing the green button (1). L You can also release the back cover by pushing in the green lever (2).
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 99 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help 5 Turn the gear of the blue core (1) in the direction of the arrow until the ink film is tight (2). L The ink film is reversed. L The ink film is slack or creased. 1 6 Close the back cover securely by pushing down on the notched area at both ends (1). 1 2 7 Close the front cover securely. Correct L The ink film is wrapped around the blue core (3) at least once.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 100 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help 8 Remove the recording paper and straighten. Pull the tension plate forward (1) and insert the paper. Then push the tension plate back. 11.4.2 When the recording paper was not fed into the unit properly The base unit display will show the following. CHECK PAPER Remove the recording paper and straighten. Pull the tension plate forward (1) and insert the paper. Push the tension plate back, then press {START} to clear the message.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 101 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Note: L Do not pull out the jammed paper forcibly before opening the front cover. 11.5 Document jams – sending 1 Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part. Remove the jammed document carefully (1). 1 2 Close the front cover securely.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 102 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help Cleaning 4 Close the front cover securely. 5 Connect the mains lead and the telephone line cord. 11.6 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. 1 Disconnect the mains lead and the telephone line cord. 2 Open the front cover by pulling up the centre part.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 103 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help 3 11.7 Thermal head cleaning Release the back cover by pushing the green button (1). L You can also release the back cover by pushing in the green lever (2). 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. 1 Disconnect the mains lead and the telephone line cord.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 104 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 11. Help 6 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. 1 7 Reinstall the ink film and close the covers (see steps 4 to 7 on page 16). 8 Connect the mains lead and the telephone line cord.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 105 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 12. General Information 12 General Printed Reports Information 12.1 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 68 to page 71). “FAX NO. LIST”: provides you with names and numbers which are stored in the base unit phonebook.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 106 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 12. General Information Specifications 12.2 Specifications 12.2.1 Base unit ■ Applicable lines: Public Switched Telephone Network ■ Document size: Max. 216 mm in width, Max. 600 mm in length ■ Effective scanning width: 208 mm ■ Effective printing width: A4: 202 mm ■ Transmission time*1: Approx. 8 s/page (ECM-MMR)*2 ■ Scanning density: Horizontal: 8 pels/mm Vertical: 3.85 lines/mm – in standard resolution, 7.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 107 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 12. General Information L L L L L L – 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. – Moist paper Some paper only accepts print on one side.
FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 108 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 12. General Information Guarantee 12.3 Condition of guarantee 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. This machine is supplied with a one year swap out warranty. Please retain your Proof of Purchase and Packaging in the unlikely event that your machine should require attention.
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FC235E-PFQX2180YA_en.book Page 112 Monday, June 27, 2005 11:54 AM 0682 : Base Unit 0436 : DECT Cordless Handset Sales Department: Panasonic Business Systems U.K. Panasonic House, Willoughby Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8FP Manufacturer: Panasonic Communications (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. PLO No.1, Kawasan Perindustrian Senai, KB No. 104, 81400 Senai, Negeri Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia Global web site: http://www.panasonic.co.
