Panasonic Kx Flb881 Operating Instruction Manual

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For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help Caution:
LTo prevent injuries, be careful not to put your 
hands under the top cover.
To replace the toner cartridge and the drum unit
When the display shows the following, replace the toner 
cartridge.
TONER LOW
TONER EMPTY
LTo check the drum life and quality, please print the 
printer test list (page 88) and refer to page 90 for 
information on the drum life. If printing quality is still 
poor or “REPLACE DRUM” appears on the display, 
replace the toner cartridge and drum unit.
LTo ensure that the unit operates properly, we 
recommend the use of Panasonic toner cartridge 
(Model No. KX-FA87/KX-FA85) and drum unit 
(Model No. KX-FA86). See page 6 for accessory 
information.
LTo maintain print quality and machine life, we 
recommend you to clean slots and openings (page 3) 
and the inside of the unit (page 83, 86) when 
replacing the toner cartridge and/or drum unit.
Waste disposal method
Waste material should be disposed of under conditions 
which meet all national and local environmental 
regulations.
Toner save feature 
If you want to reduce toner consumption, set the toner 
save setting to ON (feature #482 on page 53). The toner 
cartridge will last approximately 40 % longer. This 
feature may lower the print quality.
1.6 Document tray
Insert the document tray (1) into the slot (2) on the 
unit.
2
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1.7 Output tray
Note:
LDo not place the unit in an area where the output tray 
may be easily bumped into.
As the default setting, printed paper is stacked on the 
output tray as follows.
– Upper output tray (“#1”): Printed document by using 
the computer and copied document.
– Lower output tray (“#2”): Received fax document.
LYou can change the output tray setting for faxing 
(feature #441 on page 56) and for copying (feature 
#466 on page 57).
To change the output tray from the computer, set the 
printer properties. See page 25 for details.
1Insert the output tray (1) into the slots (2), then 
push the tray down until it locks into place.
2Pull the output tray extender (1) forward gently until 
it clicks into place, then press the center part of the 
extender (2) to open.
LRepeat from step 1 to install the upper output 
tray.
Note:
LThe upper output tray can hold up to approximately 
100 sheets of printed paper. The lower output tray 
can hold up to approximately 50 sheets of printed 
paper.
Remove the printed paper before the output tray 
becomes full.
If the top part of the extender is detached
1.With the top part of the extender in the open position, 
insert the tab (1) into the left hole (2) of the 
extender.
1
2
1
2
1
2
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extender from below until it clicks into place.
If the extender is detached
1.Line up the extender (1) underneath the output tray 
(2), and insert the left side of the extender into the 
output tray.
2.Attach the extender (1) by bending the side of the 
output tray downward slightly and pressing the right 
side of the extender.
1.8 Recording paper
The paper input tray unit can hold:
– Up to 250 sheets of 60 g/m2 to 75 g/m2 (16 lb. to 20 
lb.) paper.
– Up to 230 sheets of 80 g/m
2 (21 lb.) paper.
– Up to 200 sheets of 90 g/m2 (24 lb.) paper.
LPlease refer to page 89 for information on recording 
paper.
LThe unit is set for printing letter size paper by 
default. If you want to use A4 or legal size paper, 
change the setting (feature #380 on page 52).
1Pull the paper input tray (1) completely out.
2Pinch the front side of the recording paper guide 
(1), then slide it to match the paper size mark.
Pinch both sides of the recording paper guides (2), 
then slide them to match the paper size mark.
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
LT R LGL
A4
A4
LT R LGL
2
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3Before loading a stack of paper, fan the paper to 
prevent paper jams.
4Load the paper, print-side up (1).
Important:
LPush and lock the plate (2) in the paper input 
tray, if it is lifted.
LMake sure that the recording paper guides (1) 
are at the paper size mark and the recording 
paper is under the paper limit mark (2). The 
paper should not be loaded over the snubbers 
(3).
5Insert the paper input tray into the unit.
Note:
LIf the paper is not loaded correctly, re-adjust the 
paper guides, or the paper may jam.
LIf the paper input tray does not close, the plate in the 
paper input tray may be lifted. Push the paper and 
make sure that the paper is laid flat in the paper input 
tray.
Caution for the paper input tray
LDo not drop the paper input tray.
LHold the paper input tray with both hands when 
removing or installing. The paper input tray 
weighs approximately 2 kg (4.4 lb.) when the 
recording paper is fully installed.
2
1
1
3
2
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Approx. 2 kg (4.4 lb.)
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Con nections  an d  Setup
2.1 Connections
Caution:
LWhen you operate this product, the power outlet 
should be near the product and easily 
accessible.Note:
LIf any other device is connected to the same 
telephone line, this unit may disturb the network 
condition of the device.
Using surge protectors
LThe warranty does not cover damage due to power 
line surges or lightning. For additional protection, we 
recommend using surge protectors (9).
If the unit shares a single telephone line with a DSL 
service
Fax transmission/reception may be disturbed, noise 
interference may be heard during telephone 
conversations, or Caller ID (page 47) may not function 
properly. A filter to prevent this is provided by your 
provider. Please attach the filter (j) to the telephone 
line cord of the unit. 1Power cord
LConnect to a power outlet
(120 V, 60 Hz).
2Telephone line cord
LConnect to a single telephone line jack (RJ11).
3[EXT] jack
LYou can connect an answering machine or an 
extension telephone. Remove the stopper if 
attached.
4Answering machine (not supplied)
5Handset unit (optional) connection jack
LYou can connect the optional handset unit (page 
66). Remove the seal if attached.
6Network router/Network hub (not supplied)
LAlso connect networked computers.
7To the internet
8LAN cable (not supplied)
LTo assure continued emission limit compliance, 
use only shielded LAN cable (category 5 straight 
cable).
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1
9
4
2
5
Important notice for the USB connection
LDo NOT connect the USB cable until prompted by 
the Multi-Function Station (page 22).
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2.2 Dialing mode
If you cannot dial (page 37), change this setting 
according to your telephone line service.
1{MENU} i {#}{1}{2}{0}
DIALING MODE
=TONE [V^]
2Press {1} or {2} to select the desired setting.
{1} “PULSE”: For rotary/pulse dial service.
{2} “TONE” (default): For tone dial service.
3{SET}
4Press {MENU} to exit.
2.3 Selecting the operation mode 
(Fax/Copy/Scan)
You can select the desired mode by pressing one of the 
following buttons.
–{FA X}: Select this mode when using the unit as a fax 
machine (page 37).
–{COPY}: Select this mode when using the unit as a 
copier (page 32).
–{SCAN}: Select this mode when using the unit as a 
scanner for the computer (page 29).
Note:
LThe default operation mode is the copy mode.
LYou can change the default operation mode (feature 
#463 on page 52) and the timer before returning to 
the default operation mode (feature #464 on page 
53).
{MENU}
{SET}
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Doc ument Requirements
2.4 Setting the original
2.4.1 Using the scanner glass
1
Open the document cover (1).
2Place the document FACE DOWN on the scanner 
glass (2), aligning the top left of the document with 
the corner to which the l mark points.
3Close the document cover.
Note:
LConfirm that there are no documents in the auto 
document feeder.
LPlace the original onto the scanner glass gently and 
do not press down too firmly to avoid malfunction.
LIf the original is a thick book, do not close the 
document cover.
LCheck that the ink, paste or correction fluid has dried 
completely.
LEffective scanning area is as follows:
Effective scanning area
LShaded area will be scanned.
2.4.2 Using the auto document feeder
1
Insert the document (up to 40 pages) FACE UP into 
the feeder until a single beep is heard.
2Adjust the width of the document guides (1) to fit 
the actual size of the document.
Note:
LConfirm that there are no documents on the scanner 
glass.
LCheck that ink, paste or correction fluid has dried 
completely.
LRemove clips, staples or other fasteners.
LDo not set the following types of documents: (Make a 
copy of the document using the scanner glass and 
set the copy instead.)
– Chemically treated paper such as carbon or 
carbonless duplicating paper
– Electrostatically charged paper
– Badly curled, creased or torn paper
– Paper with a coated surface
– Paper with printing on the opposite side that can 
be seen through the other side, such as 
newsprint
LThe total height of the documents when laid flat, 
must be less than 4 mm (
5/32). If the documents 
exceed the capacity of the auto document feeder, 
they may fall or cause a jam in the feeder.
LTo set a document with a width of less than 210 mm 
(8
1/4), we recommend using the scanner glass to 
copy the original document onto A4 or letter-sized 
paper, then setting the copied document.
LDo not set documents that do not satisfy the 
requirements of size and weight. Make a copy of the 
document using the scanner glass and set the copy.
LAvailable document size, document weight and 
effective scanning area are as follows:
Minimum document size
2
1
208 mm
(83/16)
287
 mm
(115/16)4 mm
 (5/32)4 mm
 (5/32)
 4 mm
 (5/32)
 4 mm
 (
5/32)
1
128 mm
(5)
128 mm
(5)
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Effective scanning area
LShaded area will be scanned.
Document weight
LSingle sheet:
45 g/m
2 to 90 g/m2 (12 lb. to 24 lb.)
LMultiple sheets:
60 g/m
2 to 80 g/m2 (16 lb. to 21 lb.)
Help
2.5 Help function
The unit contains helpful information on the following 
topics which can be printed for reference purposes, as 
follows:
–“BASIC SETTINGS”
–“FEATURE LIST”
–“DIRECTORY”
–“FAX SND/RCV”
–“COPIER”
–“Q and A”
–“ERRORS”
–“REPORTS”
–“CALLER ID”
1{HELP}
2Press {} repeatedly to display the desired 
item. i {SET}
600 mm
(23 
5/8) 
216 mm
(8 1/2)
216 mm(8 1/2)
208 mm(8 3/16)
 4 mm(5/32) 4 mm(5/32)
 4 mm(5/32)
 4 mm(5/32)
{HELP}{SET}{}
{MENU}
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Vol um e
2.6 Adjusting volume
Important:
LBefore adjusting volume, set the operation mode 
to fax mode. If the {FA X} light is OFF, turn it ON 
by pressing {FA X}.
Ringer volume
While the unit is idle, press {V} or {^}.
LIf there are any documents in the document 
entrance, you cannot adjust the volume. Confirm that 
there are no documents in the entrance.
To turn the ringer OFF
Press {V} repeatedly to display “RINGER OFF= OK?”. 
i {SET}
LThe unit will not ring.
LTo turn the ringer back ON, press {^}.
Ringer pattern
LYou can select one of 3 ringer patterns (feature #161 
on page 52).
Monitor volume
While using the monitor, press {V} or {^}.
Initial Programming
2.7 Date and time
1{MENU} i {#}{1}{0}{1} i {SET}
M:|
01/D:01/Y:07
TIME: 12:00AM
2Enter the current month/date/year/hour/minute by 
selecting 2 digits for each.
Example: August 10, 2007 10:15 PM (12 hour 
clock format)
1.Press {0}{8} {1}{0} {0}{7} {1}{0} {1}{5}.
M:|
08/D:10/Y:07
TIME: 10:15AM
2.Press {*} repeatedly to select “PM”.
3{SET}
4Press {MENU} to exit.
Note:
LThe 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.
LAfter setting the date and time, if the unit is in the 
copy mode, change it to the fax mode by pressing 
{FA X}. You can check your unit’s date and time 
setting on the display.
To correct a mistake
Press {} to move the cursor to the incorrect 
number, and make the correction.
If you have subscribed to a Caller ID service
The date and time will be automatically set according to 
the received caller information.
LIf the time has not previously been set, Caller ID will 
not adjust the clock.
LYou can turn this feature OFF (feature #226 on page 
52).
{SET} {V}{^}{FAX}
{SET} {FAX}{}
{MENU}
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2.8 Your logo
You can program your logo (name, company name, etc.) 
so that it appears on the top of each page sent.
1{MENU} i {#}{1}{0}{2} i {SET}
LOGO=|
2Enter your logo, up to 30 characters (see page 64 for 
character entry). i {SET}
3Press {MENU} to exit.
To correct a mistake
Press {} to move the cursor to the incorrect 
character, and make the correction.
LTo erase all characters, press and hold {STOP}.
2.9 Your fax number
You can program your fax number so that it appears on 
the top of each page sent.
1{MENU} i {#}{1}{0}{3} i {SET}
NO.=|
2Enter your fax number, up to 20 digits.
LTo enter a “+”, press {*}.
LTo enter a space, press {#}.
LTo enter a hyphen, press {FLASH}.
LTo erase a number, press {STOP}.
3{SET}
4Press {MENU} to exit.
To correct a mistake
Press {} to move the cursor to the incorrect 
number, and make the correction.
LTo erase all numbers, press and hold {STOP}.
{SET}
{}
{MENU}
{STOP}
{SET}{FLASH}
{}
{MENU}{STOP}
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