Panasonic KX FL501 Fax/copier - Page 41

Receiving Faxes Voice mail service (Distinctive Ring) Mostly voice calls 2-number example To the RRiinngg Ring same line Facsimile No. Telephone No. (555-1333) (555-1111) You need to subscribe to Distinctive Ring Service. You plan to answer the calls yourself. Setting the Distinctive Ring pattern (feature #31 on page 56) Select the same ring pattern assigned to the facsimile number. A: Standard ring (one long ring) B: Double ring (two short rings) C: Triple ring (short-long-short rings) D: Other triple ring (short-short- long rings) TEL mode (p. 42) Turn AUTO ANSWER off by pressing AUTO ANSWER . OFF When the fax machine detects a call matching the selected Distinctive Ring pattern: The fax machine will activate the fax function. When the fax machine detects other ring patterns: The fax machine will operate based on the AUTO ANSWER setting. When receiving calls: You have to answer all calls manually. To receive a fax document, press FAX START for each fax call. Other options With a PC If you have a computer attached to the same telephone line, see page 48. TEL/FAX mode If you are near the unit and want to use it to receive voice calls yourself and fax calls automatically, see pages 46 and 47. Remote fax activation You can also receive a fax using an extension telephone. While hearing a fax calling tone with an extension telephone, press 9 (pre-selected fax activation code) to receive a fax (p. 48). 41