Panasonic KX-FG2451 - Manual (Page 15)

2. Preparation
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2.1 Connections
Caution:
L When you operate this product, the power outlet
should be near the product and easily
accessible.
2.1.1 Base unit
Note:
L To avoid malfunction, do not position the fax machine
near appliances such as TVs or speakers which
generate an intense magnetic field.
L If any other device is connected to the same
telephone line, this unit may disturb the network
condition of the device.
Using surge protectors
L The warranty does not cover damage due to power
line surges or lightning. For additional protection, we
recommend using surge protectors (
3).
If the fax machine 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 25) may not function
properly. A filter to prevent this is provided by your
provider. Please attach the filter to the telephone line
cord of the unit.
2.2 Battery charge
Place the cordless handset on the cradle of the base unit
for about 6 hours before initial use.
L The unit will beep once, the [CHARGE] indicator (1)
will light, and “Charging” will be displayed on the
cordless handset display.
L After the cordless handset is fully charged,
displaying “Charge completed”, it may be left on
the base unit without affecting the life of the battery.
Note:
L To ensure the battery charges properly, clean the
charge contacts of the cordless handset ( 2) and the
charger ( 3) with a soft, dry cloth once a month.
Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust,
or high humidity.
Battery strength
Note:
L When the battery is low, the cordless handset beeps
intermittently while it is in use.
Panasonic battery performance
It should last up to 5 hours while in use (in conversation).
It should last up to about 11 days while not in use (off the
base unit).
It should last up to 3 hours while using the clarity booster
feature (page 20).
Note:
L Battery power is consumed whenever the cordless
handset is off the base unit, even when the cordless
1 Telephone line cord
L Connect to a single telephone line jack (RJ11).
2 Power cord
L Connect to a power outlet
(120 V, 60 Hz).
2
1
3
Battery icon Battery strength
67779 Fully charged
68779
Medium
68879 Low
L When flashing: Needs to
be charged
68889 Discharged
3
2
1