Panasonic Uf 5500 Operating Instructions Manual

							Safety Information
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Getting to Know 
Your Machine
CAUTION
Denotes hazards that could result in minor injury or damage to the machine.
Do not place the machine near heaters or volatile, flammable, or 
combustible materials such as curtains that may catch fire.
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
Install the machine on a flat surface, leave at least 10 cm (4) of space 
between the machine and other objects.
Do not block the ventilation openings.
Do not place any heavy objects on the machine. An off-balanced machine 
can tip-over or the heavy object can fall, causing damage and/or injuries. 
						

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Installation
■ The maximum power consumption is approx. 950 W.  
A properly wired (grounded), dedicated, 15A, 120V AC 
outlet is required. Do not use an extension cord.
Please ensure that the machine is installed near a wall 
outlet and is easily accessible.
■ The machine should not be installed in areas with the 
following conditions:
● Extremely high or low temperature and humidity. 
The machine should be installed under the following 
ambient conditions:
Temperature  : 50 to 90.5 F (10 to 32.5 C)
Relative Humidity : 20 to 70 %
● In areas with chemical fume concentration.
● With unstable or uneven conditions (floors, etc.).
● Direct exposure to sunlight or fluorescent light.
● In areas of high dust concentration.
● Directly in the air conditioning flow.
● In areas of poor ventilation.
● In areas with extreme vibration.
Supplies
■ Store the toner and paper in a cool area with low 
humidity.
■ Use of other than genuine Panasonic supplies can 
damage the machine. This may void the warranty of 
the machine and supplies. Be sure to use only 
genuine Panasonic Toner Cartridge (UG-5591) / Drum 
Cartridge (UG-5590) designed for optimum 
performance.
■ Dispose of Toner Cartridge and/or OPC Drum Unit(s) 
according to your local regulations.
Illegal Copies
It is unlawful to make copies of certain documents.
Copying certain documents may be illegal in your country. 
Penalties of fines and/or imprisonment may be imposed 
on those found guilty. The following are examples of items 
that may be illegal to copy in your country.
● Currency
● Bank notes and cheques
● Bank and government bonds and securities
● Passports and identification cards
● Copyright material or trademarks without the consent 
of the owner
● Postage stamps and other negotiable instruments
This list is not inclusive and no liability is assumed 
for either its completeness or accuracy.
In case of doubt, contact your legal counsel.
Notice:
Install your machine near a supervised area to prevent 
illegal copies from being made.
Others
Panasonic is not responsible for data loss and any 
consequence caused by computer virus infection or 
external shocks.
Moving the unit
When moving the unit, hold by the grips (A) on both 
sides.
A
A 
						

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Getting to Know 
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Precautions
Precautions
■ Laser Safety
■ Laser diode properties:
Laser output: Max. 15 mW
Wavelength: 760 nm - 800 nm
Emission duration: Continuous
■ Caution Label
LASER SAFETY
This unit employs a laser. Only qualified service personnel should attempt to 
service this device due to possible eye injury.
CAUTION:
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE 
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT 
IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
PNQT2154ZA
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 
						

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Security Suggestions for Key Operators
To keep your machine’s highly-sensitive document data 
secure, the designated Key Operators are instructed to 
perform the recommended security measures described 
below for the initial machine installation, network 
connection, network configuration, setup of security 
functions, and replacement and disposal of the machine.
1. Key Operators are required to verify the identity of the 
manufacturer’s service technician, or of an affiliated 
company’s staff, or marketing company, by requesting 
their ID Card.
Do not give the device information by phone or Email.
2. Always connect through a Firewall when installing your 
device on a network that is connected to the Internet. 
When connecting this device to a client PC or a server, 
we recommend configuring your network environment 
with a switching hub to prevent your device from being 
wiretapped.
3. A Key Operator ID Code and Passwords is essential to 
maintaining the security of the device. Key Operators are 
required to change the ID Code and Passwords from the 
initial setting, and keep the ID Code and Passwords 
confidential and in a safe place.
4. To prevent illicit use by unauthorized personnel, 
perform the following for ID/password settings. 
 1) Use the maximum number of digits.
 2) Use a variety of the accepted character types.
 3) Change the ID and password periodically.
Make sure that the setting screen can only be seen by 
the Key Operator when setting/changing various ID and 
passwords. Keep this information confidential.5. Delete the data completely before transferring or 
destroying the device.
6. Scanned(text and images), received and set/
registered information(addresses) are your responsibility. 
If the device mulfunctions and the data are deleted, it 
cannot be recovered and is not covered in the warranty.
7. Incorrect settings may leak settings or impede use of
this device. Check the details carefully when performing
settings.
8. On occasion, the clock may need adjustment. (lunar 
inequality: 1 minute)
The Key Operator plays a critical part in maintaining and 
controlling the security of the device and in prevention of 
its unauthorized access, therefore, it is of utmost 
importance that you understand the content described in 
the Operating Instructions and that you follow the 
suggestions herein. 
						

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Getting to Know 
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External View
ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) Cover
Document Guides
Control Panel
Recording Paper Tray
Document TrayRecording Paper Cassette
Power Switch
Document Tray
Recording Paper Tray 
						

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Control Panel
No.IconContentsNo.IconContents
Status LED lamp (RED)
- Lights/Flashes when trouble 
occurs.
Lights: Machine has detected a 
trouble status
- No paper in the selected tray 
or toner has run out.
- Machine has detected 
trouble, such as paper misfed 
or jammed.
Flashes: Machine detected an 
alarm status
- No paper in the tray. (Tray not 
selected)
- Toner is getting low, etc. - Used to set to Normal, Lighter 
or Darker. (See page 46)
* The pictured model is UF-5500.
* The picture shows the position of 
the UF-4500 Resolution button.
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							Control Panel
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No.IconContentsNo.IconContents
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910
1112
-  Used to start or select the function. (See page 18)
Used for the following:
-  Used to carry out setting operations. 
-  Search for a station name. (See pages 52 and 60)
-  Adjust the monitor and ringer volume. (See page 25)
-  Move the cursor while entering numbers and characters.
-  Search the station name for Directory Search Dialing.
-  Confirm the entered station for multi-station communication.
-  Confirm the current communication modes (Ex: Page number, ID, 
   Dialed Telephone number, File number) when the unit is ON LINE.
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-  Press this key to start activation. -  Used to start On-Hook 
   Dialing. (See page 61)-  Used to separate the Sub-
   Address from the telephone 
   number.
-  Used to start Abbreviated 
   Dialing.
   (See pages 51 and 59) -  Used to enter a pause when 
   entering or dialing a telephone 
   number, or to redial the last 
   dialed number.
Keypad
-  Used for manual number dialing, entering phone numbers, and numerical 
   entries.
   Key
-  Used to temporarily change the dialing mode to Tone when Pulse mode is set.-  Used for copy operations.  
   (See page 75)
-  Press this button when you want 
to stop communication, 
registration operation, or audible 
tone.
One-Touch Keys (01-32)
-  Used for One-Touch Dialing. (See pages 51 to 58)
-  Use this button when 
resetting all the previously 
set functions. Used for Scanner Function. 
(For UF-5500 only)
Active LED lamp (GREEN)
Flashes: When machine is 
active.
Lights: When the received fax 
message is in memory.- Used to set to Standard, Fine, 
Super-Fine or Halftone. 
(See page 46)
Used to switch between the 
upper row (01-16) or lower row 
(17-32) of the One-Touch Keys. 
						

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Function Key
Any function can be started by first pressing   and then entering the function number, or by 
pressing the   or   scroll keys repeatedly until the desired function appears on the display.Function
1
3
6
7
8
Deferred Communication
1 = XMT
2 = Polling
Polling
1 = Polling
2 = Polled
Print List
1 = Journal (Print/View)
2 = One-Touch/Abbreviated/Directory Search List
3 = Program List
4 = Fax Parameter List
5 = Not Used
6 = Individual XMT Journal
Set Mode
1 = User Parameters
• Date & Time




2 = One-Touch/Abbreviated Numbers
3 = Program Keys
4 = Fax Parameters
5 - 7 = Not Used
8 = Maintenance


Select Mode
1 = Communication Journal = OFF/ON/INC
2 = Not Used
3 = Cover Sheet = OFF/ON
4 = Password-XMT = OFF/ON
5 = RCV to Memory = OFF/ON
6 - 8 = Not Used
9 = Memory XMT = OFF/ON
2Advanced Communication
1 = Not Used
2 = Confidential Communication
9Edit File Mode
1 = File List (Print/View)
2 = Change Time/Station
3 = Delete File
4 = Print File
5 = Add Document
6 = Retry Incomplete File 
						

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Getting to Know 
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Connections
Power Cord (Included)
Telephone Line Cable 
(Included) Telephone Jack
Power Cord
Plug the supply cord into the main 
AC socket outlet. 
Connect the supply cord coupler 
into the main supply inlet on 
the rear of the machine.
USB Cable (Optional) (USB 2.0): UF-5500 Only 
For connecting a USB Cable when using your 
machine as printer and/or scanner.
Warning: This apparatus must 
be properly 
grounded. Do not 
modify the AC outlet.
LAN Cable  (Optional) : UF-5500 Only
For connecting a LAN Cable when 
using your machine as printer, scanner 
and/or PC Fax.
External Telephone 
(Optional)
Warning:
 To assure continued emission limit compliance;
– use only shielded USB cable (Example:Hi-Speed USB 2.0 certified cable).
– use only shielded LAN cable (category 5 straight cable).
 To protect the unit, use only shielded USB cable in areas where thunderstorms occur.Telephone Line Cable 
Plug one end of the telephone line cable 
into the telephone jack supplied by the 
telephone company and the other end 
into the LINE jack on the left side of the 
machine.
Do not extend the telephone line cord.
In the event of problems, you should 
contact your equipment supplier in the 
first instance. You can connect an additional standard single 
line telephone to the machine. To connect the 
telephone, break off the protective tab on the 
TEL jack.
If using an External Telephone option with the 
machine, the machine does not detect the 
external telephone being in use.
When sending a Fax, ensure the external 
telephone is hung up before dialing. 
						

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Installing Your Machine
Installing the Toner and Drum Cartridge
1Shake vertically more than 5 times.
2Remove the protective seal.
Note:Pull on the seal slowly and straight 
out.
3Set the Toner Cartridge into the Drum 
Cartridge.
4Firmly press down on the toner cartridge ( ). 
Keep pressing down while turning both levers 
located on each side of the toner cartridge 
towards you ( ).