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Panasonic KX-FL611AL Operating Instructions Manual

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FOR NEW ZEALAND USERS:
To use in New Zealand, change the location setting (feature #74 on page 44).
Please read these operating instructions
before using the unit and save for future
reference.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To
use this feature, you must subscribe to
the appropriate service of your service
provider.

Operating Instructions

KX-FL611AL
Model No.
Be sure to use the telephone line
cord included in this unit.
High Speed Laser Fax
with Copier Function

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must subscribe to the appropriate service of your service provider. High Speed Laser Fax with Copier Function Operating Instructions KX-FL611AL Model No. 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: Location Of Controls

    Location of controls Please keep this page open when following operating instructions. For a description of each button, see page 10. Buttons (Listed in alphabetical order) AUTO ANSWER G BROADCAST B CALLER ID PRINT Q CALLER ID SEARCH R COLLATE E COPY START V DIRECTORY PROGRAM N FAX START U...
  • Page 4 L This model is designed for the Australian and New Zealand network. 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.

  • 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 Information

    Important Information 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: For Best Performance

    Important Information Laser radiation L The printer of this unit utilises a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Fuser unit L The fuser unit gets hot. Do not touch it. L During or immediately after printing, the area near the recording paper exit (1) also gets warm.
  • Page 9 L When you leave the unit unused for a long period of time, unplug this unit from power outlet. L The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves, etc. It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 10 °C or greater than 32.5 °C.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Receiving a fax automatically – Auto answer ON... 35 Using the unit with an answering machine...35 Receive polling (retrieving a fax placed on another fax machine)... 36 4.10 Junk fax prohibitor (preventing fax reception from undesired callers) ... 36 5. Distinctive Ring Distinctive Ring Using with the ring detection feature 38 6.

  • Page 11: Introduction And Installation

    1 Introduction and Installation 1.1 Included accessories Item Power cord Telephone line cord Handset Handset cord Paper stacker Paper tray Paper tray cover Drum unit Toner cartridge (starter toner cartridge) Operating instructions Quick installation guide For Australian users Note: L If any items are missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase. L Save the original carton and packing materials for future shipping and transportation of the unit.

  • Page 12: Accessory Information

    1. Introduction and Installation 1.2 Accessory information To ensure that the unit operates properly, we recommend the use of a Panasonic toner cartridge and drum unit. 1.2.1 Available accessories – Replacement toner cartridge (KX-FA83E) – Replacement drum unit (KX-FA84E) See page 64 for specifications.

  • Page 13: Overview

    1. Introduction and Installation 1.4 Overview 1 Handset 2 Speaker 3 Document guides 4 Paper tray cover 5 Tension plate 6 Paper tray 7 Paper stacker 8 Document stacker 9 Recording paper exit j Document exit k Front cover l Document entrance *1 The paper stacker and document stacker may not be shown in all illustrations.

  • Page 14: Toner Cartridge And Drum Unit

    1. Introduction and Installation Installation 1.5 Toner cartridge and drum unit The included toner cartridge is a starter toner cartridge. It will print about 800 A4-sized pages with a 5 % image area (page 64). Caution: L Read the following instructions before you begin installation.

  • Page 15: Paper Tray And Paper Tray Cover

    Lift open the front cover (1), holding OPEN (2). L If the lower glass (3) is dirty, clean it with a soft and dry cloth. Install the drum and toner unit (1) by holding the tabs. L Do not touch the transfer roller (2). 1.

  • Page 16: Paper Stacker

    1. Introduction and Installation Pull the tension plate forward (1) and attach the paper tray cover (2), then push the tension plate back (3). Note: L Do not place the unit in an area where the paper tray may be obstructed (i.e., by a wall, etc.).

  • Page 17: Document Stacker

    1.8 Document stacker Pull the document stacker (1) forward gently until it clicks into place, then press the centre part of the document stacker (2) to open the extender (3). 1. Introduction and Installation 1.9 Handset cord Connect the handset cord (1). 1.10 Recording paper A4 size recording paper can be used for fax messages.
  • Page 18 1. Introduction and Installation Pull the tension plate forward (1). Remove the paper tray cover (1). Insert the paper, print-side down (1). L The paper should not be over the tabs (2). L If the paper is not inserted correctly, readjust the paper, or the paper may jam.

  • Page 19: Preparation

    2 Preparation Connections and Setup 2.1 Connections Caution: L When you operate this product, the power outlet should be near the product and easily accessible. L Be sure to use the telephone line cord included in this unit. L Do not extend the telephone line cord. 1 Telephone line cord L Connect to a single telephone line jack.

  • Page 20: Help Function

    2. Preparation Help Button 2.2 Help function The unit contains helpful information which can be printed for quick reference. Basic settings: How to set the date, time, your logo and fax number. Feature list: How to program the features. Directory: How to store names and numbers in the directory and how to dial them.

  • Page 21: Date And Time

    L The next feature will be displayed. Press {MENU} to exit. Note: L The other party’s fax machine will print the date and time on the top of each page you send according to your unit’s date and time setting.

  • Page 22: Your Logo

    2. Preparation 2.5 Your logo The logo can be your name or the name of your company. {MENU} {<}{>}{A}{B} {RECALL} {HANDSET MUTE} Press {MENU}. SYSTEM SETUP PRESS NAVI.[( )] Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to display the following. YOUR LOGO PRESS SET Press {SET}.

  • Page 23: Your Fax Number

    3. Press {#}. LOGO=B| 4. Press {5} 3 times. LOGO=Bi| To correct a mistake Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the incorrect character, and make the correction. To delete a character Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the character you want to delete and press {STOP}.
  • Page 24 2. Preparation L To erase all numbers, press and hold {STOP}.

  • Page 25: Telephone

    3 Telephone Automatic Dialling 3.1 Storing names and telephone numbers for the one-touch dial feature and navigator directory For rapid access to frequently dialled numbers, the unit provides the one-touch dial feature (22 items) and navigator directory (100 items). L Station 1 to 3 can be used alternatively as broadcast keys (page 31).

  • Page 26: Making A Phone Call Using One-Touch Dial Feature Or Navigator Directory

    3. Telephone To delete a character/number Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the character/number you want to delete, and press {STOP}. L To erase all characters/numbers, press and hold {STOP}. 3.1.3 Editing a stored item Press {>}. L Confirm that there are no documents in the document entrance.

  • Page 27: Caller Id Service

    L To dial the displayed party, press {MONITOR} or lift the handset. 3. Telephone Caller ID 3.3 Caller ID service This unit is compatible with the Caller ID service offered by your local telephone company. To use this unit’s Caller ID features, you must subscribe to Caller ID service.

  • Page 28: Viewing And Calling Back Using Caller Information

    3. Telephone directory, when a call from that caller is received. L The area code will need to be stored with the 8-digit telephone number. Note for New Zealand users: L Although Telecom New Zealand and TelstraClear 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 received.

  • Page 29: Storing Caller Information Into The One- Touch Dial Feature And Navigator Directory

    3.4.2 Editing a caller’s telephone number before calling back Press {CALLER ID SEARCH}. Press {A} or {B} repeatedly to display the desired entry. Press {NAME/TEL NO.} to display the telephone number. Press dial key (0 to 9) or {*} to enter the editing mode and edit the telephone number.
  • Page 30 3. Telephone 2. Press {SET}. For navigator directory: 1. Press {<} or {>}. 2. Press {SET}. Press {SET}. Note: L You can confirm the stored items by printing the telephone number list (page 62). L The unit can only store a name of up to 10 characters long.

  • Page 31: Fax

    Sending Faxes 4 Fax 4.1 Sending a fax manually {MONITOR} {STOP} {FAX START} {SET} {REDIAL/PAUSE} {RESOLUTION} {QUICK SCAN START} Adjust the width of the document guides (1) to fit the actual size of the document. Insert the document (up to 20 pages) FACE DOWN until a single beep is heard and the unit grasps the document.

  • Page 32: Documents You Can Send

    4. Fax 1. Insert the document during fax reception or fax memory transmission. 2. Enter the fax number using the dial keypad, one-touch dial or navigator directory. 3. Press {QUICK SCAN START} or {FAX START}. L The document will be fed into the unit and scanned into memory.

  • Page 33: Sending A Fax Using One-Touch Dial Feature And Navigator Directory

    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, page 44). 4.4 Broadcast...
  • Page 34 4. Fax Note: L If you program the wrong item, press {STOP} after step 4 to erase the item. L Confirm the stored items by printing a broadcast programming list (page 62). 4.4.2 Adding a new item into the broadcast memory After initial programming, you can add new items (up to a combined total of 20).

  • Page 35: Selecting The Way To Use Your Fax

    4.5.2 Mostly phone calls Your situation You plan to answer the calls yourself. How to set up Set the fax machine to TEL mode (page 34) by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly. How to receive calls You have to answer all calls manually.

  • Page 36: Receiving A Fax Manually - Auto Answer Off

    4. Fax 4.6 Receiving a fax manually – Auto answer 4.6.1 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} light is OFF. {STOP}...

  • Page 37: Receiving A Fax Automatically - Auto Answer On

    4.7 Receiving a fax automatically – Auto answer ON 4.7.1 Activating FAX ONLY mode Set the fax machine to FAX ONLY mode by pressing {AUTO ANSWER} repeatedly to display the following. FAX ONLY MODE L The {AUTO ANSWER} light is ON.

  • Page 38: Receive Polling (Retrieving A Fax Placed On Another Fax Machine)

    Additionally, you can store undesirable phone numbers in the junk fax prohibitor list; faxes sent from these phone numbers will not be received by your fax machine. L Keep the front cover page open for button locations. Important: L This feature does not work when: –...
  • Page 39 Note: L If there is no space to store new items, “LIST FULL” is displayed in step 4. Erase unnecessary items. To display the junk fax prohibitor list 1. Press {JUNK FAX PROHIBITOR}. 2. Press {>} repeatedly to display “JUNK LIST DISP.”.

  • Page 40: Distinctive Ring

    5. Distinctive Ring 5 Distinctive Ring Distinctive Ring 5.1 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 41: Copy

    Copying 6 Copy 6.1 Making a copy {A}{B} {COLLATE} {STOP} {COPY START} {RESOLUTION} Adjust the width of the document guides (1) to fit the actual size of the document. Insert the document (up to 20 pages) FACE DOWN until a single beep is heard and the unit grasps the document.
  • Page 42 6. Copy To collate multiple copies The unit can collate multiple copies in the same order as the original document pages. 1. Insert the document, then press {COLLATE} repeatedly to display “COLLATE=ON”. 2. Enter the number of copies (up to 99). 3.

  • Page 43: Programmable Features

    Features Summary 7 Programmable Features 7.1 Programming {MENU} {<}{>}{A}{B} 7.1.1 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 44: Basic Features

    7. Programmable Features 7.2 Basic features Code #01: Setting the date and time SET DATE & TIME PRESS SET See page 19 for details. Code #02: Setting your logo YOUR LOGO PRESS SET See page 20 for details. Code #03: Setting your fax number YOUR FAX NO.

  • Page 45: Advanced Features

    7.3 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 30). “OFF”: The unit will not print a journal report, but will keep a record of the last 30 fax transmissions and receptions.
  • Page 46 “ON” (default): You will hear connecting tones. “OFF”: Deactivates this feature. 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.

  • Page 47: Direct Commands For Programming Features

    7.4 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 42 to page 44. Press {MENU}. Press {#} and the 2-digit code number.
  • Page 48 7. Programmable Features {#}{5}{8} Scan contrast – {1}:“NORMAL” (default) – {2}:“LIGHT” – {3}:“DARKER” {#}{6}{8} ECM selection – {1}:“ON” (default) – {2}:“OFF” {#}{7}{4} Location – {1}:“AUSTRALIA” (default) – {2}:“NEWZEALAND” {#}{7}{6} Connecting tone – {1}:“ON” (default) – {2}:“OFF” {#}{7}{9} Toner save – {1}:“ON” –...

  • Page 49: 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 50 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. ————————————————————— OUT OF PAPER L Recording paper is not installed or the unit has run out of paper.
  • Page 51 L The drum life is near to an end. Replace the drum unit as soon as possible (page 54). ————————————————————— TONER EMPTY CHANGE SUPPLIES L The toner life is complete. Replace the toner cartridge immediately (page 54). ————————————————————— TONER LOW CHANGE SUPPLIES L The toner life is near to an end.

  • Page 52: 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 dialling mode setting may be wrong. Change the setting (feature #13 on page 42).

  • Page 53: Fax – Sending

    L The telephone line cord is connected to the [EXT] jack on the unit. Connect to the [LINE] jack (page 17). L The other party’s fax machine is busy or has run out of recording paper. Try again. L The other party’s machine is not a fax machine. Check with the other party.
  • Page 54 The other party may have sent a faint document or there may be something wrong with the other party’s machine. Ask them to send a clearer copy of the document or to check their fax machine. L Some paper has instructions recommending which side to print on.

  • Page 55: Using An Answering Machine

    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 56: Replacing The Toner Cartridge And The Drum Unit

    To check the drum life and quality, please print the printer test list (page 62). To ensure that the unit operates properly, we recommend the use of Panasonic toner cartridge (Model No. KX-FA83E) and drum unit (Model No. KX-FA84E). See page 10 for accessory information.
  • Page 57 drum unit. Remove the drum and toner unit (1) by holding the two tabs. L Do not touch the transfer roller (2). L If you replace the toner cartridge and the drum unit at the same time, skip to step 7. Turn the two levers (1) on the used toner cartridge firmly, until the triangles (2) match.

  • Page 58: Recording Paper Jam

    8. Help Firmly press down the toner cartridge to snap into position. Turn the two levers (1) on the toner cartridge firmly. Make sure that the triangles (1) match, to install the toner cartridge correctly. L If the lower glass (2) is dirty, clean it with a soft and dry cloth.
  • Page 59 Lift open the front cover (1), holding OPEN (2). Caution: The fuser unit (3) gets hot. Do not touch it. Remove the jammed paper. When the recording paper has jammed near the drum and toner unit: Remove the jammed paper (1) carefully by pulling it toward you.
  • Page 60 8. Help 3. Lift both green levers (1) forward until they stop. 4. Remove the jammed paper (1) from the fuser unit by pulling it upwards carefully, then install the drum and toner unit. 5. Push back the levers (1) to the original position.

  • Page 61: Document Jams - Sending

    8.5.2 When the recording paper is not fed into the unit properly The display will show the following. FAILED PICK UP Pull the tension plate forward (1), then remove the paper tray cover (2). Remove the recording paper (3). Re-insert the recording paper. Attach the paper tray cover, then push back the tension plate (see steps 5 to 6 on page 16).

  • Page 62: Cleaning The Inside Of The Unit

    8. Help Note: L Do not pull out the jammed document forcibly before opening the front cover. Cleaning 8.7 Cleaning the inside of the unit Clean the inside of the unit when: – Document frequently misfeed. – Black line, a white line or a dirty pattern appear on the original document when sending or copying.
  • Page 63 Remove the drum and toner unit (1) by holding the two tabs. Clean the lower glass (1) with a soft and dry cloth. Reinstall the drum and toner unit (1) by holding the tabs. Close the front cover (1) by pushing down on both sides, until locked.

  • Page 64: General Information

    9. General Information Printed Reports 9 General Information 9.1 Reference lists and reports You can print out the following lists and reports for your reference. Setup list: provides you with the current settings of the basic and advanced programming features (page 42 to page 44).

  • Page 65: Specifications

    Specifications 9.2 Specifications 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 Approx. 8 s/page (ECM-MMR) Scanning density: Horizontal: 8 pels/mm Vertical: 3.85 lines/mm –...
  • Page 66 9. General Information Recording paper specifications Recording paper size: A4: 210 mm × 297 mm Recording paper weight: 60 g/m to 90 g/m Note for recording paper: L Do not use the following types of paper: – Paper with a cotton and/or fibre content that is over 20 %, such as letterhead paper or paper used for resumes –...
  • Page 67 Approx. 800 sheets of A4 size paper can be printed. Note: L The image area changes with the depth, thickness and size of the characters. L If you turn on the toner save feature, the toner cartridge will last approx. 40% longer. Drum life The included drum unit or Model No.

  • Page 68: Index

    10. Index 10. Index 10.1 Index # #01 Date and time: 19 #02 Your logo: 20 #03 Your fax number: 21 #04 Sending report: 30, 42 #06 FAX ring count: 42 #12 Remote activation ID: 42 #13 Dialling mode (for Australian users only): #17 Ringer pattern: 18 #22 Automatic journal report: 30, 43 #23 Overseas mode: 43...
  • Page 69 Remote activation ID (Feature #12): 42 Reports Broadcast programming: 62 Broadcast sending: 32 Caller ID: 26, 43 Journal: 30, 62 Power down: 53 Printer test: 62 Sending: 30, 42 Setup: 62 Telephone number: 62 Reset (Feature #80): 44 Resolution: 29, 39 Ringer pattern (Feature #17): 18, 42 Ring setting FAX ONLY (Feature #06): 42...
  • Page 70 Panasonic New Zealand Limited 350 Te lrirangi Drive, East Tamaki, Private Bag 14911, Panmure, Auckland, New Zealand 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.jp/global/...

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