Panasonic KX-MB262CX Operating Instructions - Page 45
Using the unit with an answering machine
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6. Fax (KX-MB772 only) 6.9 Using the unit with an answering machine 6.9.1 Setting up the unit and an answering machine 1 Connect the answering machine (1). L Answering machine is not included. L Remove the stopper (2) if attached. 2 1 2 Set the number of rings on the answering machine to 4 rings or less. L This will allow the answering machine to answer the call first. 3 Record a greeting message on the answering machine. L We recommend you record a message up to 10 seconds long, and not to pause for more than 4 seconds during the message. Otherwise, both machines will not function correctly. 4 Activate the answering machine. 5 Set the unit to the desired receiving mode (page 43). L If you set to FAX ONLY mode, change the ring setting in FAX ONLY mode to more than 4 (feature #210 on page 55). 6 Make sure each of the following are unique: - the remote access code of the answering machine - the fax activation code (feature #434 on page 59) Note: L If the call is a phone call, the answering machine will record voice messages. If a fax calling tone is detected, the fax machine will receive a fax automatically. L Regarding the remote access code for the answering machine, see the operating instructions of the answering machine. Receiving a voice message and fax document in one call The caller can leave a voice message and send a fax document during the same call. Inform the caller of the following procedure beforehand. 1. The caller calls your unit. L The answering device will answer the call. 2. The caller can leave a message after the greeting message. 3. The caller presses {*}{#}{9}* (pre-selected fax activation code). L The unit will activate the fax function. * "HONG KONG 9} 4. The caller presses the start button to send a document. Note: L To use this feature, make sure remote fax activation is turned ON (feature #434 on page 59). The fax activation code can also be changed. L If there is no room left in the memory of your answering machine, the unit may not be able to receive documents. See the operating instructions of the answering machine and erase unnecessary messages. 6.10 Receive polling (retrieving a fax placed on another fax machine) This feature allows you to retrieve a document from another compatible machine. Therefore you pay for the call. Make sure that no documents are fed into your unit and that the other party's machine is ready for your call. 1 Press {MENU} repeatedly to display "POLLING". i {SET} 2 Dial the fax number. i {START} 45