Panasonic KX-FP205 User Manual

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This model is designed to be used only in
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Operating Instructions
Compact Plain Paper Fax
Model No. KX-FP205E
Compact Plain Paper Fax
with Digital Answering System
Model No. KX-FP215E
This pictured model is KX-FP205.
Be sure to use the telephone line cord
included in this unit.
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Panasonic KX-FP205 Specifications

General

Print technology	Thermal transfer
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	- ppm
Faxing	Mono faxing
Distinctive ring	Yes
Fax coding methods	MH
Fax speed dialing (max numbers)	50
Total input capacity	20 sheets
Auto document feeder (ADF) input capacity	10 sheets
Display	LCD
Standard interfaces	-
Dimensions (WxDxH)	356 x 200 x 106 mm
Power requirements	120 V AC, 60 Hz
All-in-one functions	Copy, Fax
Operating temperature (T-T)	41 - 95 °F
Power consumption (standby)	1.2 W
Power consumption (average operating)	15, 135 W
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	20 - 80 %
Paper tray media types	Plain paper
Non-ISO print media sizes	Letter

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	2700 g

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

Provides guidance on the proper disposal of used electrical and electronic equipment.

Important Information

For your safety

Outlines essential safety precautions related to the unit's power plug, wiring, and earthing.

2. Preparation

2.1 Connections

Guides the user through connecting the fax machine to the telephone network and power supply.

3. Telephone

3.1 Storing names and telephone numbers into the phonebook

Details how to store contact information, including names and phone numbers, into the unit's phonebook.

3.2 Making a phone call using the phonebook

Instructs on how to initiate phone calls by selecting entries from the stored phonebook.

3.3 Editing a stored item

3.5 One touch dial

3.6 Caller ID service

Explains the compatibility with Caller ID services and the requirements for its use.

3.6.1 How Caller ID is displayed

3.7 Viewing and calling back

Guides users on viewing recent incoming calls and initiating a call back.

3.8 Editing a telephone number before calling back/storing

3.10 Storing caller information into the phonebook

Describes how to save caller information directly into the unit's phonebook.

4. Fax

4.1 Sending a fax manually

Provides step-by-step instructions for manually sending a fax document.

4.2 Document requirements

4.3 Sending a fax using the phonebook and one touch dial

Explains how to send faxes using stored phonebook entries or one-touch dial keys.

4.5 Selecting the way to use your fax machine

Outlines different modes for using the fax machine as a fax-only device, telephone, or combined unit.

4.5.1 Use as a telephone answering machine and/or fax (TAM/FAX mode) (KX-FP215 only)

Details the setup for using the unit as both an answering machine and a fax receiver.

4.5.2 Use only as a fax (FAX ONLY mode)

4.5.3 Use mostly as a telephone (TEL mode)

4.5.4 Use as a telephone and/or fax (TEL/FAX mode)

4.5.5 Use with answering machine (KX-FP205 only)

4.6 Receiving a fax manually – Auto answer OFF

4.6.1 Activating TEL mode

4.6.2 Activating TEL/FAX mode

4.7 Receiving a fax automatically – Auto answer ON

4.7.1 Activating FAX ONLY mode

4.7.2 Activating TAM/FAX mode (Telephone Answering Machine/Fax mode) (KX-FP215 only)

4.8 Using the unit with an answering machine (KX-FP205 only)

4.10 Junk fax prohibitor (preventing fax reception from undesired callers)

5. Copy

5.1 Making a copy

Provides instructions for making copies of documents using the fax machine.

6. Answering Machine (KX-FP215 only)

6.1 Recording your greeting message

Guides users on recording a custom greeting message for the answering machine.

6.2 Listening to recorded messages

Details how to play back incoming voice messages recorded by the answering machine.

6.2.1 To play back messages

6.2.3 Erasing recorded messages

6.4 Operating from a remote location

6.4.1 Summary of remote operation

6.4.2 Remote operation using remote commands

7. Programmable Features

7.1 Programming

Explains the general procedure for accessing and changing unit settings.

7.2 Basic features

8. Help

8.1 Error messages – Reports

Lists and explains error messages that appear on printed reports during fax operations.

8.2 Error messages – Display

Lists and explains error messages that appear directly on the unit's display.

8.3 When a function does not work, check here

A comprehensive guide to diagnosing and resolving issues when functions do not operate as expected.

8.3.1 Initial settings

Addresses problems related to initial settings, such as missing dial tone or unit malfunction.

8.3.2 General

Covers common general problems and their potential causes and solutions.

8.3.3 Fax - sending

Provides solutions for issues encountered specifically during fax sending operations.

8.3.4 Fax - receiving

Offers guidance for resolving problems related to receiving fax documents.

8.3.5 Copying

8.3.6 Using an answering machine (KX-FP205 only)

8.3.7 Answering machine (KX-FP215 only)

8.3.8 If a power failure occurs

9. Maintenance

9.1 Recording paper jams

Guides users on how to clear recording paper jams from the unit.

9.2 Document jams

Provides instructions for removing jammed documents from the document feeder.

9.3 Document feeder/recording paper feeder/scanner glass cleaning

Details the cleaning procedures for the document feeder, paper path, and scanner glass.

9.4 Thermal head cleaning

Explains how to clean the thermal head to ensure clear print quality.