Key facts
- Brand
- Panasonic
- Model
- FP7
- Category
- Automation control Equipment
- Industry
- Industrial
- Documents
- 23
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2026-10-01
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Panasonic FP7 Series Communication Unit User Manual
This manual describes the FP7 series communication unit, its safety precautions, functional features, and the various communication protocols it supports. It guides users through installation, wiring, I/O allocation, and configuration of PLC Link, MEWTOCOL, MODBUS RTU, and general‑purpose communication functions.
Key sections include safety warnings, detailed wiring diagrams for COM ports and extension cassettes, step‑by‑step procedures for setting communication parameters, troubleshooting tips, and a full specification table covering USB, RS‑232C/RS‑485 interfaces and protocol settings.
Panasonic FP7 specifications
| USB port speed | USB2.0 FULL SPEED |
|---|---|
| COM0 port transmission distance | 15 m |
| Supported baud rates | 300‑230400 bit/s |
| Data length options | 7 bits or 8 bits |
| Stop bit options | 1 bit or 2 bits |
| Parity options | None, Odd, Even |
| COM0 interface type | 3‑wire 1‑channel RS‑232C |
All Panasonic FP7 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
- Panasonic FP7 Series Communication Unit User Manual 139 p
- Panasonic KX-FP709CNFax Manual(1) 2 p
- Panasonic KX-FP709CN Fax Machine User Manual 48 p
- Panasonic KX-FP7006CN Fax Machine User Manual 32 p
- Panasonic KX-FP7009CN Fax Machine User Manual 32 p
- Panasonic Small plain paper FaxKX-FP706CN Manual 2 p
- Panasonic DMC-FP7GK / DMC-FP5GK User Manual 28 p
- Panasonic FaxKX-FP719CN Manual 52 p
- Panasonic KX-FP706CN Fax Machine User Manual 48 p
Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
- Panasonic DMC-FP7/FP5 Manual
- Panasonic DMC-FP5/FP7 Manual
- Panasonic FP-7760/7781 operating instructions
- Panasonic FP-77427750 operating instructions
- Panasonic FP-7735MX/7742/7750 operating instructions
- Panasonic FP-7718/7722/7728/7735 operating instructions
- Panasonic FP-7713/7715 Plain Paper Copier operating instructions
- Panasonic FP-7181 Plain Paper Copier operating instructions
- Panasonic KX-FP790 Manual
- Panasonic KX-FP711TWFax Manual
- Panasonic KX-FP701TWFax Manual
- Panasonic KX-FP716CN Manual
Questions answered in these manuals
What communication protocols does the FP7 unit support?
The FP7 unit supports MEWTOCOL‑COM, MEWTOCOL7‑COM, MODBUS‑RTU, general‑purpose communication, and PLC link functions.
What is the maximum wiring length for the COM0 port?
The COM0 port can be wired up to 15 m in length.
What is the copy speed of the KX‑FP709CN?
It can copy at a speed of 2 pages per minute.
What power input does the fax machine require?
It operates on AC 220‑240 V at 50/60 Hz.
How can I change the display language to English?
Select English for the display using feature #48 (see page 32).
What type of paper should be used for the record paper?
Use A4 paper weighing 64–80 g/m² and avoid cotton‑rich, glossy, coated, or damaged paper.