PANASONIC KXMB1500HX User Manual

Operating Instructions

Multi-Function Printer

The pictured model is KX-MB1500.

Model No. KX-MB1500HX

KX-MB1520EX KX-MB1520FX KX-MB1530EX KX-MB1530FX

R Do NOT connect the unit to a computer with the USB cable until prompted to do so during the setup

of Multi-Function Station (CD-ROM).

KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only: R This unit is compatible with Caller ID. Subscription to the appropriate service through your service

provider/telephone company is required.

KX-MB1520EX/KX-MB1530EX only: R Designed to be used in Czech, Hungary and Slovakia according to the location setting feature. The

default setting is Czech. To change the location setting, see page 51 (feature #114).

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.

You can select the Czech, Hungarian, Slovak or English language (KX-MB1500HX/KX-MB1520EX/ KX-MB1530EX only).

The display and reports will be in the selected language. If you want to change the setting, see feature #110 on page 51.

Designed to be used in Czech, Hungary and Slovakia according to the location setting feature (KX-MB1520EX/KX-MB1530EX only).

The default setting is Czech. To change the location setting, see page 51 (feature #114).

Caution: R Do not rub or use an eraser on the printed side of

the recording paper, as the print may smear.

Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only):

R This product can store your private/confidential

information. To protect your privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that you erase the information from the memory before you dispose of, transfer or return the product.

Environment:

R Panasonic’s strategic direction incorporates concern

for the environment into all aspects of the product life cycle, from product development to energy saving designs; from greater product reusability to waste-conscious packaging practices.

Note:

R The suffix in the model number will be omitted in

these instructions.

R Most illustrations shown in these instructions are

based on a KX-MB1500.

ENERGY STAR (European Union only):

R As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has

determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with

permission from Microsoft Corporation.

R Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks

or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

R Avery is a registered trademark of Avery Dennison

Corporation.

R XEROX is a registered trademark of Xerox

Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

R All other trademarks identified herein are the property

of their respective owners.

R This material is copyrighted by Panasonic System

Networks Co., Ltd., and may be reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written consent of Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd.

Trademarks:

R Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Internet

Explorer and PowerPoint are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

R Pentium is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the

U.S. and other countries.

Important Information

For your safety

Laser radiation

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

R The printer of this unit utilises a laser. Use of controls

or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Laser diode properties

Laser output : Max. 10 mW Wavelength : 760 nm - 800 nm Emission duration : Continuous

LED light

CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT

R When using the unit, do not look directly at the CIS’s

LED light. Direct eye exposure can cause eye damage.

CIS’s LED light properties

LED radiation output : Max. 1 mW

Wavelength :

Red 630 nm typical

Green 520 nm typical

Blue 465 nm typical

Emission duration : Continuous

For best performance

Toner cartridge

R When replacing the toner cartridge, do not allow dust,

water, or liquids to come in contact with it. This may affect print quality.

R For optimal performance, genuine Panasonic toner

cartridge is recommended. We cannot be responsible for problems that may be caused by a non-Panasonic toner cartridge: – Damage to the unit

– Poor print quality – Improper operation

R Do not leave the toner cartridge out of the protective

bag for a long time. It will affect the printing quality.

R Read the instructions on page 10 before you begin

installation of the toner cartridge. After you have read them, open the toner cartridge protective bag. The toner cartridge contains a photosensitive drum. Exposing it to light may damage the drum. – Do not expose the toner cartridge to light for more

than 5 minutes.

– Do not touch or scratch the drum surface (A).

Fuser unit

R During or immediately after printing, the fuser unit

(A) gets hot. This is normal. Do not touch the fuser unit.

Note:

R The area near the rear cover (B) may also get warm.

This is normal.

– Do not place the toner cartridge near dust or dirt,

or in a high humidity area.

– Do not expose the toner cartridge to direct

sunlight.

R To extend the life of the toner cartridge, the power

should never be turned OFF immediately after printing. Leave the power turned ON for a minimum of 30 minutes after printing.

Location

R To avoid malfunction, do not position the unit near

appliances such as TVs or speakers which generate an intense magnetic field.

Static electricity

R To prevent static electricity damage to the interface

connectors or other electrical components inside the unit, touch a grounded metal surface before touching the components.

Environment

R Keep the unit away from electrical noise generating

devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.

R The unit should be kept free from dust, high

temperature and vibration.

Important Information

R The unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight. R Do not place heavy objects on top of the unit. When

you leave the unit unused for a long period of time, unplug this unit from the power outlet.

R The unit should be kept away from heat sources such

as heaters, kitchen stoves, etc. Damp basements should also be avoided.

R Do not cover slots or openings on the unit. Inspect

the air circulation vents regularly and remove any dust build-up with a vacuum cleaner (A).

Routine care

R Wipe the outer surface of the unit with a soft cloth. Do

not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder.

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:

R Install your machine near a supervised area to

prevent illegal copies from being made.

Moving the unit

When moving the unit, carry it as shown.

Illegal copies

R 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

1. Introduction and Installation

Accessories

1.1 Supplied accessories ....................................7

1.2 Accessory information ...................................7

Finding the Controls

1.3 Button descriptions ........................................8

1.4 Overview .......................................................9

Installation

1.5 Toner cartridge ............................................10

1.6 Connections ................................................11

1.7 Turning the power ON .................................12

1.8 Recording paper ..........................................13

2. Preparation

Setup

2.1 Dialling mode (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only) ............................................................17

2.2 Selecting the operation mode (Scan/Copy)

(Fax: KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) ..........17

Document Requirements

2.3 Setting the original ......................................18

Volume

2.4 Adjusting the volume (KX-MB1520/

KX-MB1530 only) ........................................20

Initial Programming

2.5 Date and time (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only) ............................................................20

2.6 Your logo (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only) ............................................................21

2.7 Your fax number (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only) ............................................................22

2.8 Installing Multi-Function Station ..................22

2.9 Starting Multi-Function Station ....................24

3. Printer

Printer

3.1 Printing from Windows applications ............26

3.2 Easy Print Utility ..........................................27

4. Scanner

Scanner

4.1 Scanning from the unit (Push Scan) ...........28

4.2 Scanning from a computer (Pull

Scan) ...........................................................29

5. Copier

Copy

5.1 Making a copy .............................................31

5.2 More copying features .................................32

6. Fax (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only)

Sending Faxes

6.1 Sending a fax manually ...............................38

6.2 Storing items for the phonebook .................39

6.3 Sending a fax using phonebook ..................40

6.4 Sending an electronic document as a fax

message from your computer .....................40

Receiving Faxes

6.5 Selecting the way to use your unit ..............41

6.6 Receiving a fax automatically : Auto answer

ON ...............................................................43

6.7 Receiving a fax manually : Auto answer

OFF .............................................................43

6.8 Using the unit with an answering

machine .......................................................45

6.9 Receive polling (retrieving a fax placed on

another fax machine) ..................................46

6.10 Junk fax prohibitor (preventing fax reception

from undesired callers) ................................46

6.11 Receiving a fax on your computer ...............47

7. Caller ID (KX-MB1520/ KX-MB1530 only)

Caller ID

7.1 Caller ID service ..........................................48

7.2 Viewing and calling back using caller

information ..................................................48

7.3 Editing a caller’s telephone number before

calling back/storing ......................................48

7.4 Erasing caller information ............................49

7.5 Storing caller information into the

phonebook ..................................................49

8. Programmable Features

Features Summary

8.1 Programming ...............................................50

8.2 Basic features .............................................51

8.3 Fax features (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only) ............................................................56

8.4 Copy features ..............................................60

8.5 PC print features .........................................61

8.6 Scan features ..............................................62

9. Useful Information

Useful Information

9.1 Character entry (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only) ............................................................63

9.2 Status of the unit .........................................64

9.3 Cancelling the operations ............................65

9.4 Reordering the document (KX-MB1530

only) ............................................................65

10. Help

Reports and Displays

10.1 Report messages (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only) ............................................................66

10.2 Display messages .......................................67

Troubleshooting

10.3 When a function does not work ...................69

Table of Contents

11. Paper Jams

Jams

11.1 Recording paper jam ...................................75

11.2 Document jams (Automatic document feeder)

(KX-MB1530 only) .......................................78

12. Cleaning

Cleaning

12.1 Cleaning the white plates and glass ............80

12.2 Cleaning the document feeder rollers

(KX-MB1530 only) .......................................81

13. General Information

Printed Reports

13.1 Reference lists and reports .........................82

Specifications

13.2 Specifications ..............................................82

14. Index

14.1 Index............................................................85

1.1 Supplied accessories

1. . Introduction and Installation

A Toner cartridge

(starter)

1. Introduction and Installation

– Environment: 23 ± 2 °C / 50 ± 10% RH – Print mode: Continuous printing

B CD-ROM

C Important

information guide

E Power cord F Telephone line

*1 Prints about 500 pages at ISO/IEC 19752 standard

page.

*2 KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only

Note:

R Save the original carton and packing materials for

future shipping and transportation of the unit.

R After unpacking the product, take care of the packing

materials and/or power plug cap appropriately.

D Quick installation

guide

cord

1.2 Accessory information

n Replacement accessory To ensure that the unit operates properly, we

recommend the use of Panasonic toner cartridge. – Toner cartridge

R Model No. (Part No.): KX-FAT390X R Prints about 1,500 pages at ISO/IEC 19752

standard page.

R KX-FAT390X is not available depending on

country/area.

– Toner cartridge (high capacity)

R Model No. (Part No.): KX-FAT410X R Prints about 2,500 pages at ISO/IEC 19752

standard page.

Note:

R ISO/IEC 19752 standard is as follows:

A B C

D FEGHIJKMNOL

1. Introduction and Installation

1.3 Button descriptions

* The pictured model is KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530.

MQualityN R To select the contrast (page 31) and resolution

(page 31) when copying.

R To select the contrast (page 38) and resolution

(page 38) when sending a fax (KX-MB1520/ KX-MB1530 only).

MCaller IDN (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) R To use Caller ID features (page 48). MPage LayoutN R To make copies using various page layouts

(page 33).

MMenuN R To start or exit programming.

Mic (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only)

R The built-in microphone.

For beep sounds (KX-MB1500 only)

R Key beeps etc. will be heard. MFax Auto AnswerN (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only)

R To turn the auto answer setting ON/OFF

(page 43).

MFaxN (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only)/MCopyN/ MScanN

R To switch to the fax mode (KX-MB1520/

KX-MB1530 only), scan mode or copy mode (page 17).

MRedialN (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) R To redial the last number dialled. If the line is busy

when you make a phone call using the MSP-PhoneN button, or when you send a fax, the unit will automatically redial the number 2 or more times.

MVN (Pause) (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) R To insert a pause during dialling. MCopy SizeN R To select the copy size (page 31). MFlashN (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) R To access special telephone services or for

transferring extension calls.

MZoomN R To enlarge or reduce a document when copying

(page 32).

MMuteN (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) R To mute your voice during a conversation. Press

again to resume the conversation.

MSP-PhoneN (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) R To make or receive phone calls.

Navigator key

R To select desired settings. R To adjust the volume (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only) (page 20).

MWN (Phonebook) (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) R To search for a stored item (page 40). To make

a phone call, press MSP-PhoneN. To send a fax, see page 40.

R To initiate the phonebook (page 39). MXN (Collate) R To make a collate copy (page 33). MSetN R To store a setting during programming. MStopN R To stop an operation or programming session.

R To erase a character/number. MStartN R To copy a document (page 31).

R To scan a document (push scan) (page 28). R To send a fax (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only)

(page 38).

MToneN (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) R To change from pulse to tone temporarily during

dialling when your line has rotary/pulse service.

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C DB

1. Introduction and Installation

1.4 Overview

1.4.1 Front view

Document entrance (KX-MB1530 only)

Document exit (KX-MB1530 only)

Document guides (KX-MB1530 only)

Document cover

Document sub tray (KX-MB1530 only)

Recording paper guides

Paper input tray

Front cover

External telephone jack (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only)

Telephone line jack (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530

only)

1.4.2 Rear view

* The pictured model is KX-MB1520.

* The pictured model is KX-MB1530.

Speaker (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only)

Recording paper exit

R The unit can hold up to approximately 30 sheets

of printed paper. Remove the printed paper before the recording paper exit becomes full.

Manual input tray

ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) cover

(KX-MB1530 only)

Rear cover

Power switch

Power inlet

USB interface connector

1. Introduction and Installation

1.5 Toner cartridge

The supplied toner cartridge is a starter toner cartridge.

Caution: R Read the following instructions before you begin

installation. After you have read them, open the toner cartridge protective bag. The toner cartridge contains a photosensitive drum. Exposing it to light may damage the drum. – Do not expose the toner cartridge to light for

more than 5 minutes.

– Do not touch or scratch the drum surface (A).

– Do not place the toner cartridge near dust or

dirt, or in a high humidity area.

– Do not expose the toner cartridge to direct

sunlight.

R Do not leave the toner cartridge out of the

protective bag for a long time. It will affect the printing quality.

R Do not add toner to the toner cartridge. We

cannot be responsible for any damage to the unit or degradation of print quality which may occur from the use of a non-Panasonic toner cartridge.

1 Remove the toner cartridge from the protective bag.

3 Detach the orange protective cover (A) from the

toner cartridge.

R Do not touch or scratch the drum surface

(page 10).

4 Open the front cover (A).

2 Shake the toner cartridge horizontally more than 5

times.

1. Introduction and Installation

5 Hold the toner cartridge (A) by the centre handle,

then insert firmly to lock into place.

6 Close the front cover.

Note:

R To ensure that the unit operates properly, we

recommend the use of Panasonic toner cartridge. See page 7 for accessory information.

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 55). The toner cartridge will last approximately 20 % longer. This feature may lower the print quality.

1.6 Connections

Caution: R When you operate this product, the power outlet

should be near the product and easily accessible.

R Be sure to use the telephone line cord supplied

with this unit (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only).

R Do not extend the telephone line cord

(KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only).

When to replace the toner cartridge

When the display shows the following, replace the toner cartridge. – “TONER LOW”

– “TONER EMPTY” – “DRUM LIFE LOW REPLACE SOON” – “DRUM LIFE OVER CHANGE CARTRIDGE” Toner cartridge life:

R See page 84 for information on the toner cartridge

life.

R To check the life and quality of the drum inside the

toner cartridge, print the printer test list (page 82). If the printing quality is still poor or “DRUM LIFE OVER CHANGE CARTRIDGE” appears on the display, replace the toner cartridge.

* The pictured model is KX-MB1520.

1. Introduction and Installation

Power cord R Connect to a power outlet

(220-240 V, 50/60 Hz).

Telephone line cord R Connect to a single telephone line jack.

[EXT] jack R You can connect an answering machine or an

Answering machine (not supplied)

*1 KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE USB CONNECTION

R DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A

COMPUTER WITH THE USB CABLE UNTIL PROMPTED TO DO SO DURING THE SETUP OF MULTI-FUNCTION STATION (page 22).

Note:

R Do not place any objects within 10 cm of the right and

left sides of the unit.

R Do not cover slots and openings on the unit. They are

provided for ventilation and protection against overheating.

R If any other device is connected to the same

telephone line, this unit may disturb the network condition of the device (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only).

R If you use the unit with a computer and your internet

provider instructs you to install a filter (E), please connect it as follows (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only).

extension telephone. Remove the stopper if attached, and take care of it appropriately.

1.7 Turning the power ON

Turn the power switch to the ON position (A).

* The pictured model is KX-MB1520.

Designed to be used in Czech, Hungary and Slovakia according to the location setting feature (KX-MB1520EX/KX-MB1530EX only).

The default setting is Czech. To change the location setting, see page 51 (feature #114).

1.8 Recording paper

Note for recording paper:

R We recommend that you test paper (especially

special sizes and types of paper) on the unit before purchasing large quantities.

R Do not use the following types of paper:

– Paper with cotton and/or fibre content that is over

20 %, such as letterhead paper or paper used for resumes

– Extremely smooth or shiny paper, or paper that is

highly textured – Coated, damaged or wrinkled paper – Paper with foreign objects attached, such as tabs

or staples – Paper that has dust, lint or oil stains – Paper that will melt, vaporize, discolour, scorch

or emit dangerous fumes near 200 °C, such as

vellum paper. These materials may transfer onto

the fusing roller and cause damage. – Moist paper – Inkjet paper

R Some paper is designed to be printed on only one

side. Try printing on the other side of the paper if you are not happy with the print quality, or if misfeeding occurs.

R For proper paper feeding and best print quality, we

recommend using long-grained paper.

R Do not use paper of different types or thicknesses at

the same time. This may cause paper jams.

R Avoid double-sided printing. R Do not use paper printed from this unit for

double-sided printing with other copiers or printers. This may cause paper jams. Do not use paper printed from other copiers or printers for printing with this unit. This may cause paper jams.

R To avoid curling, do not open paper packs until you

are ready to use the paper. Store unused paper in the original packaging, in a cool and dry location.

R For customers who live in high humidity areas:

Please be sure to store paper in an air-conditioned room at all times. If you print using moist paper, it may cause paper jam.

1. Introduction and Installation

To use other paper sizes, change the

–

recording paper size setting (feature #380 on page 54).

– To use thin paper, change the recording paper

type setting (feature #383 on page 54).

1 Lift the paper input tray (A), and pull it completely

out.

2 Before loading a stack of paper, fan the paper to

prevent paper jams.

1.8.1 Paper input tray

The paper input tray unit can hold the following paper. If you load more than the specified amount of paper, paper jam may occur and the paper may be damaged. – Up to 150 sheets of 64 g/m² to 75 g/m² paper.

– Up to 130 sheets of 90 g/m² paper. R A4, letter and 16K-size paper can be used. 16K-size

paper can only be used when using the unit for printing or copying.

R Please refer to page 83 for information on recording

paper.

R The unit is set for printing A4-size plain paper by

default.

1. Introduction and Installation

3 Load the paper, print-side down (A).

Important: R Push down to lock the plate (B) in the paper

input tray, if necessary.

4 Adjust the recording paper guides. Pinch the rear

guide (A), then slide it to match the paper size mark. Pinch the right guide (B), then slide it to adjust the width to the size of the recording paper. R Make sure that the recording paper is under the

paper limit mark (C), and the paper should not

be loaded over the snubbers (D).

5 Insert the paper input tray into the unit.

Note:

R If the paper is not loaded correctly, re-adjust the

paper guides, or the paper may jam.

R If the paper input tray does not close, the plate in the

paper input tray may not be in the locked position. Push the paper down and make sure that the paper is laying flat in the paper input tray.

To expand the paper exit

You can temporarily expand the paper exit before printing. – When printing on small sized paper, you can pull it

out easily.

– When printing several pages (20 to 30 pages), paper

stacking will be supported.

When using the automatic document feeder, we recommend to replace the document cover to original position beforehand (KX-MB1530 only).

Approx. 1.5 kg

1. Introduction and Installation

R After use, pull up the paper exit, and then replace the

tab (A) to the original position.

Caution for the paper input tray R Do not drop the paper input tray.

1.8.2 Manual input tray

You can use the manual input tray for printing with the computer and for copying. It can hold one page at a time. When printing or copying multiple pages, add the next page after the first page has been fed into the unit. R Please refer to page 83 for information on recording

paper.

R When printing with the computer, custom size

recording paper can also be used.

R The unit is set for printing A4-size plain paper by

default. – To use other paper sizes, change the

recording paper size setting (feature #381 on page 54).

– To use thin or thick paper, change the

recording paper type setting (feature #384 on page 54).

1 Adjust the width of the guides (A) to the size of the

recording paper.

2 Insert the paper, print-side up (B) until the unit

grasps the paper and a single beep is heard.

R Hold the paper input tray with both hands when

removing or installing. The paper input tray weighs approximately 1.5 kg when fully loaded with recording paper.

Note:

R To print from the manual input tray;

– when printing with the computer, select #2 for the

printer properties.

– when making a copy, set the copy input tray

setting to “#2” beforehand (feature #460 on page 60).

If these settings are not changed, when printing or copying multiple pages, the 1st page will be printed from the manual input tray, but the rest of the pages will be printed from the paper input tray.

R If the paper is not inserted correctly, re-adjust the

paper, or the paper may jam.

When printing on thick paper

R When you use thick paper for the recording paper, be

sure to open the rear cover before start printing. Thick paper will be printed out from the rear side.

1. Introduction and Installation

Therefore, if you print with the cover closed, the paper may jam inside the unit.

MMenuN

MSetN

KX-MB1500 KX-MB1520

KX-MB1530

2. Preparation

2.1 Dialling mode (KX-MB1520/ KX-MB1530 only)

2. . Preparation

If you cannot dial (page 38), change this setting according to your telephone line service.

1 MMenuN 2 Press MBNM1NM2NM0N to display “DIALLING MODE”. 3 Press M1N or M2N to select the desired setting.

M1N “PULSE”: For rotary/pulse dial service. M2N “TONE” (default): For tone dial service.

4 MSetN 5 Press MMenuN to exit.

2.2 Selecting the operation mode (Scan/Copy) (Fax: KX-MB1520/ KX-MB1530 only)

You can select the desired mode by pressing the following button repeatedly.

– MFaxN (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only): Select this

mode when using the unit as a fax machine (page 38).

– MCopyN: Select this mode when using the unit as a

copier (page 31).

– MScanN: Select this mode when using the unit as a

scanner (page 28).

Note:

R The default operation mode is the copy mode. R You can change the default operation mode (feature

#463 on page 54) and the timer before returning to the default operation mode (feature #464 on page 55) (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only).

208 mm

289

4 mm

2. Preparation

2.3 Setting the original

2.3.1 Using the scanner glass

1 Open the document cover (A). 2 Place the document FACE DOWN on the scanner

glass (B), aligning the top left of the document with the corner where the

3 Close the document cover.

Note:

R Confirm that there are no documents in the automatic

document feeder (KX-MB1530 only).

R Place the original onto the scanner glass gently. To

avoid malfunction, do not press down too firmly.

R If the original is a book thicker than 15 mm, do not

close the document cover.

R Confirm that any ink, paste or correction fluid has

dried completely.

R Effective scanning area is shown by the shaded area:

Effective scanning area

mark is positioned.

2.3.2 Using the automatic document feeder (KX-MB1530 only)

1 Open the document sub tray (A) by pressing its

centre part (B).

2 Insert the document (up to 15 pages) FACE DOWN

into the feeder until a single beep is heard.

3 Adjust the width of the document guides (C) to fit the

actual size of the document.

Note:

R Do not place the unit in an area where the document

sub tray may be easily bumped into.

R The order of multiple page documents will be

reversed after being fed through the automatic

128 mm

148 mm

356 mm

216 mm

208 mm

4 mm 4 mm

4 mm

2. Preparation

document feeder. To return the document to it’s original order you can feed it through the document feeder a second time, see page 65.

R Confirm that there are no documents on the scanner

glass.

R Confirm that any ink, paste or correction fluid has

dried completely.

R Remove clips, staples or other fasteners. R Do not insert 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

R When feeding multiple page documents into the

automatic document feeder, dirty marks may be added to the original documents. To prevent this, we recommend to feed documents one page at a time when using the automatic document feeder, or to use the scanner glass.

R The total height of the documents when laid flat, must

be less than 2 mm. If the documents exceed the capacity of the automatic document feeder, they may fall or cause a jam in the feeder.

R To set a document with a width of less than

210 mm, we recommend using the scanner glass to copy the original document onto A4 or letter-size paper, then setting the copied document for better results.

R Do 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.

R Available document size, document weight and

effective scanning area are as follows:

Minimum document size

Maximum document size

Effective scanning area

R Shaded area will be scanned. R When using the unit as a scanner (page 28,

29), the effective scanning length depends on the selected paper size.

Document weight

R Single sheet:

60 g/m² to 75 g/m²

R Multiple sheets:

60 g/m² to 75 g/m²

MSetN MCNMDN

MFaxN

MSetN MFNMEN

MMenuN

MFaxN

2. Preparation

2.4 Adjusting the volume (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only)

Important: R Before adjusting the volume, set the operation

mode to fax mode. If the MFaxN light is OFF, turn it ON by pressing MFaxN repeatedly.

Ringer volume While the unit is idle, press MCN or MDN.

To turn the ringer OFF

Press MCN repeatedly to display “RINGER OFF= OK?”. A MSetN R The unit will not ring.

R To turn the ringer back ON, press MDN.

Speaker volume While using the speakerphone, press MCN or MDN.

2.5 Date and time (KX-MB1520/ KX-MB1530 only)

We recommend you to set the date and time. The other party will receive your unit’s date and time as the header information.

1 MMenuN A MBNM1NM0NM1N A MSetN 2 Enter the current date/month/year by selecting 2

digits for each.

Example: 3 August, 2011 M0NM3N M0NM8N M1NM1N

3 Enter the current hour/minute by selecting 2 digits for

each.

Example: 10:15 PM (12 hour clock format)

1. M1NM0N M1NM5N

2. Press MGN repeatedly to select “PM”.

Press MGN repeatedly to select “AM” or “PM”, or 24-hour time entry.

4 MSetN 5 Press MMenuN to exit.

Note:

R To check the current date and time setting,

temporarily change the unit to the fax mode by pressing MFaxN repeatedly (page 17).

R Your unit’s date and time will be used as the header

information for the following: – When sending faxes (page 38).

R If the date and time is not set correctly, the other party

will receive an incorrect date and time as their header. This may confuse the other party.

R The accuracy of the clock is approximately ±60

seconds a month.

To correct a mistake

Press MFN or MEN 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. R To use this feature, make sure the time adjustment

is set to “AUTO” (feature #226 on page 53).

R If the time has not previously been set, Caller ID will

MSetN MFNMEN

MMenuNMStopN

not adjust the clock.

2. Preparation

2.6 Your logo (KX-MB1520/ KX-MB1530 only)

You can program your logo (name, company name, etc.) so that it appears on the top of each page sent.

1 MMenuN A MBNM1NM0NM2N A MSetN 2 Enter your logo, up to 30 characters (see page 63

for character entry). A MSetN

3 Press MMenuN to exit.

To correct a mistake

Press MFN or MEN to move the cursor to the incorrect character, and make the correction. R To erase all characters, press and hold MStopN.

MSetNMFlashN MFNMEN

MMenuNMStopN

2. Preparation

2.7 Your fax number (KX-MB1520/ KX-MB1530 only)

You can program your fax number so that it appears on the top of each page sent.

1 MMenuN A MBNM1NM0NM3N A MSetN 2 Enter your fax number, up to 20 digits.

R To enter a “+”, press MGN. R To enter a space, press MBN. R To enter a hyphen, press MFlashN. R To erase a number, press MStopN.

3 MSetN 4 Press MMenuN to exit.

To correct a mistake

Press MFN or MEN to move the cursor to the incorrect number, and make the correction.

R To erase all numbers, press and hold MStopN.

2.8 Installing Multi-Function Station

2.8.1 Required computer environment

Panasonic Multi-Function Station software enables the unit to carry out the following functions: – Printing on plain paper, thin and thick paper and

labels

– Previewing documents and changing printer settings

before printing (Easy Print Utility)

– Scanning documents and converting an image into

text with OCR software (not supplied) Scanning from other applications for Microsoft

–

Windows® that support TWAIN scanning and WIA scanning (Windows XP/Windows Vista®/Windows 7)

– Storing, editing or erasing items in the phonebook

using your computer (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) – Programming the features using your computer – Sending, receiving fax documents using your

computer (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only) To use Multi-Function Station on your computer, the

following are required:

Operating System:

Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7

CPU:

Windows 2000: Pentium® P or higher processor Windows XP: Pentium Q or higher processor Windows Vista/Windows 7: Pentium 4 or higher processor

RAM:

Windows 2000/Windows XP: 128 MB (256 MB or more recommended) Windows Vista: 512 MB (1 GB or more recommended) Windows 7: 1 GB (2 GB or more recommended)

Other Hardware:

CD-ROM drive Hard disk drive with at least 600 MB of available space USB interface

Other:

Internet Explorer® 5.0 or later

Warning: R To assure continued emission limit compliance:

– use only shielded USB cable (Example:

Hi-Speed USB 2.0 certified cable).

R To protect the unit, use only shielded USB cable

in areas where thunderstorms occur.

Note:

R A USB cable is not supplied. Please purchase a

shielded Type-A male/Type-B male USB cable.

2. Preparation

2.8.2 Installing Multi-Function Station on a computer

R Install Multi-Function Station (CD-ROM) before

connecting the unit to a computer with the USB cable. If the unit is connected to a computer with the USB cable before installing Multi-Function Station, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] dialogue box will appear. Click [Cancel] to close it.

R The screenshots shown in these instructions are

for Windows XP and are included for reference only.

R The screenshots shown in these instructions

may differ slightly from those of the actual product.

R Software features and appearance are subject to

change without notice.

R If you are also using KX-MB200/KX-MB700/

KX-FLB880 series, see page 74.

1 Start Windows and exit all other applications.

R You must be logged in as an administrator in

order to install Multi-Function Station.

2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM

drive. R If the [Select Language] dialogue box appears,

select the language that you want to use with this software. Click [OK].

R If the installation does not start automatically:

Click [Start]. Choose [Run...]. Type “D:\Install” (where “D” is the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive). Click [OK]. (If you are not sure what the drive letter is for your CD-ROM drive, use Windows Explorer and look for the CD-ROM drive.)

3 [Easy Installation]

R The installation will start automatically.

4 When the setup program starts, follow the on-screen

instructions. R Easy Print Utility (page 27) and Device Monitor

(page 64) will also be installed.

5 If the [Connection Type] dialogue box appears,

select [Connect directly with a USB cable.]. A [Next] R The [Connect Device] dialogue box will appear.

6 Connect the unit to a computer with the USB cable

(A), then click [Next].

R If the unit is connected to your computer, the

model name will be automatically detected.

R You can change the name of the unit if necessary.

7 Click [Install], then follow the on-screen instructions.

R The files will be copied to your computer.

Important notice

If you are using Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7, a message may appear after connecting the unit with the USB cable. This is normal and the software will not cause any difficulties with your operating system. You can continue the installation with no problem. This kind of message is displayed:

R For Windows XP users

“The software you are installing for this hardware has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP.”

R For Windows Vista/Windows 7 users

“Would you like to install this device software?”

To view or install the operating instructions data

1. Start Windows and insert the supplied CD-ROM into

your CD-ROM drive.

2. Click [Operating Instructions], then follow the

on-screen instructions to view or install the operating

instructions in PDF format.

R Adobe® Reader® is required to view the operating

instructions.

Note:

R If the screen prompts you to insert the CD-ROM for

the operating system when installing Multi-Function

Station, insert it into your CD-ROM drive. R If you install the operating instructions, you can view

it anytime by clicking [

Station launcher.

] on the Multi-Function

To use another unit with the computer

You need to add the printer driver for each unit, as follows.

1. Start Windows and insert the supplied CD-ROM into

your CD-ROM drive.

2. Preparation

2. [Modify] A [Add Multi-Function Station Driver].

Then follow the on-screen instructions.

Note:

R You cannot connect more than one unit to the same

computer at the same time.

To modify the software (To add or uninstall each component)

You can select the components to install or uninstall anytime after the installation. You must be logged in as an administrator in order to modify Multi-Function Station.

1. Start Windows and insert the supplied CD-ROM into

your CD-ROM drive.

2. [Modify] A [Modify Utilities]. Then follow the

on-screen instructions.

To uninstall the software

You must be logged in as an administrator in order to uninstall Multi-Function Station.

[Start] A [All Programs] or [Programs] A [Panasonic] A the unit’s name A [Uninstall]. Then

follow the on-screen instructions.

2.9 Starting Multi-Function Station

[Start] A [All Programs] or [Programs] A [Panasonic] A the unit’s name A [Multi-Function Station]

R Multi-Function Station will appear.

* The pictured model is KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530.

[Scan] (page 29)

R To scan and display the scanned images. R To scan and create an image file. R To scan and send by email. R To scan and convert an image into editable text data

using OCR software (not supplied).

[PC FAX] (KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only)

R To send a document created on the computer as a

fax message (page 40). R To display a fax document received on the computer

(page 47).

[Remote Control] (page 64)

R To program the features. R To store, edit or erase items in phonebook. R To view items in the journal report or Caller ID list. R To store caller information into phonebook.

*1 KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530 only

[Utilities]

R To start the Multi-Function Viewer (page 29). R To start the Device Monitor (page 64). R To start the OCR application (page 28). [OCR

Path] must be set beforehand.

[Settings] (page 25)

R To change the general settings. R To change the settings for scanning.

[

]

R For detailed instructions on Multi-Function Station. R To view operating instructions.

2. Preparation

[ ]

R To display usage tips.

]

[

R To display information about Multi-Function Station.

Note:

R You can confirm if the unit is connected to your

computer by using Device Monitor (page 64).

R Computer features (printing, scanning, etc.) may not

function properly in the following situations: – When the unit is connected to a computer that

was custom-built by the user.

– When the unit is connected to the computer via a

PCI card or other expansion card.

– When the unit is connected to another piece of

hardware (such as a USB hub or interface adapter) and not connected directly to the computer.

To change the settings

You can change the settings for Multi-Function Station beforehand.

1. Select [Settings] from Multi-Function Station.

2. Click the desired tab and change the settings. A

[OK]

[General]

– [Launcher display setting]: To select the display

type of the launcher.

– [OCR Path]: To select the OCR software (not

supplied).

[Scan]

– [Save to]: To select the folder where the scanned

image will be saved.

– [Viewer][File][Email][OCR][Custom]: To change

scanning settings for Multi-Function scan application.

For Windows Vista:

1. [Start] A [Control Panel] A [Internet Options]

A [Programs] A [Set programs] A [Set

program access and computer defaults]

R If the [User Account Control] dialogue box

appears, click [Continue].

2. [Custom]

3. Select the desired MAPI-compliant Email software

such as [Windows Mail], etc. from [Choose a

default e-mail program]. A [OK]

For Windows 7:

1. [Start] A [Control Panel] A [Network and

Internet] A [Internet Options] A [Programs]

A [Set programs] A [Set program access and

computer defaults]

2. [Custom]

3. Select the desired MAPI-compliant Email software

from [Choose a default e-mail program]. A [OK]

To select the default Email software

The default Email software is used when using scan to email (page 28). You can select the default Email software as follows.

For Windows 2000:

1. [Start] A [Settings] A [Control Panel] A [Internet Options] A [Programs] A [E-mail]

2. Select the desired MAPI-compliant Email software such as [Outlook Express], etc. A [OK]

For Windows XP:

1. [Start] A [Control Panel] A [Internet Options] A [Programs] A [E-mail]

2. Select the desired MAPI-compliant Email software

such as [Outlook Express], etc. A [OK]

3. Printer

3.1 Printing from Windows

applications

3. . Printer

You can print a file created in a Windows application. For example, to print from WordPad, proceed as follows:

1 Open the document you want to print. 2 Select [Print...] from the [File] menu.

R The [Print] dialogue box will appear.

For details about the [Print] dialogue box, click [?], then click the desired item.

* The pictured model is KX-MB1520/KX-MB1530.

Note:

R For Microsoft PowerPoint®, select [Color] or

remove the check next to [Grayscale] in the print dialogue so that coloured or grey objects will be printed in greyscale properly.

3 Select the unit’s name as the active printer.

R If you have changed the name of the unit when

installing, select that name from the list.

R To change the printer settings, proceed as

follows.

For Windows 2000:

Click the desired tab and change the printer settings.

For Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7:

Click [Preferences], then click the desired tab. Change the printer settings, then click [OK].

4 Click [Print].

R The unit will start printing.

Note:

R To stop printing from the unit, see page 65. R To load paper, see page 13, 15. R For details about the paper specifications, see

page 83.

R If a printing error occurs, the Device Monitor

(page 64) will start automatically and display the error information.

Setting the printer properties

You can change the printer setting in step 3. We recommend that you test paper (especially special sizes and types of paper) on the unit before purchasing large quantities. You can change or display the settings on the following tabs.

[Basic]: Paper size, media type, pages per sheet, etc. [Output]: Number of prints, collate, etc. [Quality]: Quality, contrast, toner save feature, etc. [Effects]: Watermark, overlay. [Profile]: Saving the desired settings, selecting the

saved settings, etc.

[Support]: Version information.

Note:

R Select the desired media type on the [Basic] tab

according to the recording paper.

Recording paper type Media type

Plain paper

75 g/m² to 90 g/m²

Thin paper

64 g/m² to 75 g/m²

Thick paper

90 g/m² to 165 g/m²

Label [Label]

R When printing from a computer, the printer properties

setting overrides the following unit’s programming features: – Media type setting (feature #383 on page 54

and feature #384 on page 54)

– Toner save setting (feature #482 on page 55)

To print on labels

You can print not only on plain paper but also on special media (labels). R Please refer to page 83 for information on recording

paper.

R To load paper, see page 15. Use labels designed for laser printing. We recommend

the following:

Avery

5160/5161/5162/5163/5164/5165/5167/5168

XEROX

LWH100/LWH110/LWH120/LWH130/LWH140

R Use the manual input tray to print labels. R Load label sheets one page at a time for printing,

R Remove each label after printing. R Do not use the following types of labels:

print-side up.

– Labels that are wrinkled, damaged or separated

from the backing sheet.

– Any sheet of labels that has spaces in it where

some of the labels have been removed.

[Plain Paper]

[Thin Paper]

[Thick Paper]

3. Printer

– Labels that do not completely cover the backing

sheet as follows:

3.2 Easy Print Utility

By printing using the Panasonic Easy Print Utility instead of the printer driver, you can use useful printing features for your convenience. – Preventing unnecessary prints by checking the

preview on PC screen

– Combining multiple documents – Saving a file in PDF format For example, to print from WordPad, proceed as follows:

1 Open the document you want to print. 2 Select [Print...] from the [File] menu. 3 Select [Panasonic Easy Print Driver] as the active

printer.

4 Click [Print].

R The [Panasonic Easy Print Utility] dialogue will

be displayed. For details about the Easy Print Utility, click [

5 View the print image by clicking the desired page in

the [Print Page Operation] window (left column list).

], then click the desired item.

6 Click [Print] icon on the print toolbar.

R The unit will start printing.

3.2.1 Ecology printing features

You can use various printing features and preview the print image without test print.

Printer settings

You can change or display the settings on the following tabs in step 5.

[Basic]: Paper size, layout printing [Output]: Number of prints, paper source, media type [Quality]: Colour mode, toner save [Effects]: Header, watermark, footer

Combining multiple documents

You can display multiple pages created in various applications and handle it as a single document.

1. Perform step 1 to 4 on “3.2 Easy Print Utility”.

2. Open another document you want to add to Easy

Print Utility.

3. Select [Print...] from the [File] menu.

R The [Print] dialogue box will appear.

4. Select [Panasonic Easy Print Driver] as the active

printer.

5. Click [Print].

R The document will be added after the last page of

the previous document in the print preview window.

6. Repeat step 2 to 5.

7. If necessary, change the printer settings (page 27).

8. Click [Print] icon on the print toolbar.

Note:

R The maximum number of documents that can be

displayed in the [Print Page Operation] window is 999 pages.

R To change the printer settings, see page 27. R To combine multiple documents created in

various applications, see page 27.

R To save the file in PDF format, see page 27. R Even if you set the number of prints on the original

application beforehand, you may have to re-set it for the Easy Print Utility.

Saving a file as PDF file

You can save the previewed files in PDF format instead of printing it.

1. Perform step 1 to 4 on “3.2 Easy Print Utility”.

2. Click the [Save PDF file] icon on the print toolbar.

R The [Save As] dialogue box appears.

3. Specify the folder to save, enter the file name, and

then click [Save]. The [Save PDF file] dialogue appears while PDF files are being created and saved.

Note:

R The PDF file created with Easy Print Utility is an

image type.

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