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Panasonic KX-FT31BX

Panasonic KX-FT31BX
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Quick Start
Initial Preparation Telephone Fax/Copy Help General Information
Please read these Operating Instructions
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Personal Facsimile
Model No.
KX-FT31BX
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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS

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Panasonic KX-FT31BX Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelKX-FT31BX
CategoryFax Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Install Recording Paper

Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the recording paper roll into the unit.

Connect Unit and Power

Guide on connecting the telephone line, handset, and power cord to the facsimile unit.

Make and Answer Voice Calls

Instructions for initiating, answering, and ending voice calls using the handset.

Send Faxes Manually

Procedure for manually sending fax documents through the document feeder.

Receive Faxes Manually

Steps for answering and receiving incoming faxes manually.

Make a Copy

Instructions on how to use the unit as a photocopier.

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.

Installation and Usage Warnings

Specific warnings for installation, operation, and environmental conditions.

Included Accessories

List of Packaged Items

Details the items provided with the facsimile unit upon purchase.

Help Function

Printing Quick Reference Guides

How to print assistance guides for unit operations.

Initial Preparation

Finding the Controls: Location

Diagram and explanation of the unit's buttons and their functions.

Finding the Controls: Overview

Identification of key external parts of the facsimile unit.

Setup: Installing Recording Paper

Step-by-step guide for loading the recording paper roll.

Setup: Connecting Cables

Instructions for connecting the handset, line, and power cables.

Setup: Programming Date, Time, and Number

How to set the unit's date, time, and facsimile telephone number.

Setup: Setting Your Logo

Procedure for programming a custom logo for outgoing faxes.

Setup: Selecting Characters

Methods for inputting characters using the dial keypad or EASY DIAL.

Setup: Facsimile Telephone Number

Guide to programming the unit's facsimile telephone number.

Volumes: Adjusting Ringer and Handset Volume

How to adjust the ringer, handset, and monitor speaker volumes.

Telephone Operations

Making and Answering Voice Calls

Manual steps for making, answering, and muting voice calls.

TONE, FLASH, and PAUSE Buttons

Explanation of special dialing buttons and their uses.

EASY DIAL: Storing and Managing Numbers

How to store, edit, and erase names and numbers in the directory.

EASY DIAL: Making Voice Calls

Using the EASY DIAL directory to initiate voice calls.

Voice Contact Features

Enabling conversations after fax transmission or reception.

FaxCopy: Sending Faxes

Sending Faxes Manually

Step-by-step process for sending faxes without using the directory.

Sending Faxes Using EASY DIAL

Procedure for sending faxes via the stored EASY DIAL directory.

Document Requirements for Sending

Specifications and restrictions for documents that can be faxed.

Printing Transmission and Journal Reports

Configuring and understanding fax transmission and journal reports.

Delayed Fax Transmission

Setting up faxes to be sent automatically at a later time.

Overseas Transmission Mode

Adjusting settings for easier overseas fax transmission.

Transmit Polling

Allowing another machine to retrieve a fax from this unit.

FaxCopy: Receiving Faxes

Selecting Receive Modes

Overview of the four different modes for receiving calls and faxes.

TEL Mode Operation

Manual answering of all incoming voice and fax calls.

FAX ONLY Mode

Automatically receiving all calls as faxes.

TELFAX Mode

Receiving voice calls with rings and fax calls silently.

EXT.TAM Mode: External Answering Machine

Using the unit with an external telephone answering machine.

Distinctive Ring Service

Using different ring patterns to identify call types.

Receiving Faxes with Extension Telephone

Receiving faxes remotely using an extension phone.

Receive Polling

Retrieving faxes from another compatible machine.

Setting Silent Detection

Enabling fax reception from older models without fax tones.

Pager Notification for Faxes

Setting up the unit to signal your pager upon receiving a fax.

Copying

Making a Copy

Instructions on how to use the unit as a photocopier.

Help: Error Messages

Error Messages on Printed Reports

Explanation of error codes appearing on transmission and journal reports.

Error Messages on LCD Display

Troubleshooting guide for messages shown on the unit's display.

Help: Operations and Troubleshooting

General Function Problems

Solutions for common issues like call, work, or ring problems.

Fax Transmission Issues

Troubleshooting steps for problems sending documents.

Fax Reception Issues

Solutions for problems receiving documents automatically or clearly.

Copying Issues

Troubleshooting steps for distorted or blank copied documents.

External Answering Machine Issues

Resolving problems when using an external answering machine.

Power Failure Impact

What happens to the unit and its memory during a power outage.

Jams and Paper Feed Issues

Clearing Recording Paper Jam

Procedure to remove jammed recording paper.

Document Feeding or Multi-feed Issues

How to resolve issues with documents not feeding or feeding multiple pages.

Cleaning Procedures

Cleaning the Document Feeder

Instructions for cleaning the document feeder rollers and parts.

Cleaning the Thermal Head

Guide for cleaning the thermal head for better print quality.

Printing Reports

Printing Feature Settings

How to print lists of basic and advanced feature settings.

Printing Telephone Number List

Generating a list of stored names and numbers from the EASY DIAL.

Printing Journal Report

How to print the record of recent fax transmissions and receptions.

Display Contrast

Adjusting LCD Display Contrast

Steps to change the contrast of the unit's LCD screen.

Resetting Features

Resetting Advanced Features to Defaults

Procedure to return advanced features to their original pre-selected settings.

Features Summary

Basic Programmable Features

Overview of user-configurable basic features and their settings.

Advanced Programmable Features

Overview of user-configurable advanced features and their settings.

Product Specifications

Technical Data Details

Detailed technical specifications, dimensions, and power requirements.

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