Currently unavailable.
We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock.
Select delivery location

Panasonic Advanced Fax Communications with Laser Print Quality (KX-FL421),Black

3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 45 ratings
Currently unavailable.
We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock.
Brand Panasonic
Printing Technology Laser
Special Feature Compact
Color Black
Model Name KXFL421
Printer Output Monochrome
Max Printspeed Monochrome 10 ppm
Item Weight 16.3 Pounds
Print media Paper (plain)
Scanner Type Photo

About this item

  • Super G3 Fax with 33.6 kbps Modem
  • Caller ID Compatible
  • 10-CPM Laser Copier
  • Top loading paper tray holds up to 250 pages for high-volume fax reception
  • Junk Fax Prohibition Feature

Product Description

Product Description

Panasonic KX-FL421 Advanced Fax Communications with Laser Print Quality

From the Manufacturer


Introducing the Panasonic KX-FL421
Improve efficiency and save space with the Panasonic KX-FL421 compact, multi-function laser fax machine. Fax, call and copy all from one unit and save money by potentially replacing up to three pieces of office equipment.

Good things come in small packages…

Designed to fit on your desk or worktable, the KX-FL421 may look small (W 14.2� x H 8.6�) but it can cut your costs while improving office workflow. The KX-FL421 comes standard with a 33.6 kbps Super G3 Fax Modem that can transmit documents as fast as 4 seconds per page. *1
More Features

Caller ID Compatible*2 - You can view the caller’s name and/or number on the LCD screen. 10-CPM Laser Copier - Crisp laser class copies at a fast rate of 10 copies per minute.*3 250-Sheet Paper Tray - Top loading paper tray holds up to 250 pages for high-volume fax reception. 150-Page Document Memory*4 - Built in memory stores incoming or outgoing documents for document broadcasts to multiple locations or for out-of-paper reception. Error Correction Mode (ECM) - Error Correction Mode assures clear fax transmissions, by checking every document line by line. Broadcasting - Allows you to send multiple documents to multiple locations in a single operation. Up to 3 separate calling groups can be saved for frequent fax transmissions. Why Wait? : Dual Access Operation
The KX-FL421 allows you to perform two operations simultaneously, increasing productivity and cutting back on wait times. For example, if the machine is busy transmitting or receiving a fax, dual access operation allows you to begin scanning and storing your next fax job into the the document memory until the first process is complete. It’s like a SPAM folder for your fax machine
Save time and paper by avoiding unwanted faxes. The KX-FL421 comes equipped with a Junk Fax Prohibitor that prevents fax reception from calls that don’t show caller information. Additionally, block unwanted numbers by programming them in to the built-in fax prohibitor list. Companion Products KX-FAT88
Toner Cartridge KX-FAD89
Drum Unit Specifications Facsimile Compatibility: Super G3 Printing method: Laser Effective scanning width: 208 mm (8.2") Effective printing width: Letter / Legal: 208 mm (8.2"), A4: 202 mm (7.9") Resolution: Standard / Fine / Photo / Super Fine / Mixed Paper size: Letter / Legal / A4 Modem speed: 33.6 kbps - 2.4 kbps with automatic fallback Transmission speed: Approx. 4 s/page*1 in ECM-MMR mode Compression system: MH / MR / MMR Document memory: 2.5 MB (Reception: 100 pages / Transmission: 150 pages)*1 User LOGO transmission: Up to 30 character fax header Fax number registration: Up to 20 digits LCD readout: 16 digits / 2 lines Copier Copy speed: Approx. 10 cpm*3 Multiple copy: Up to 99 copies Enlarge / Reduce: 50 - 200% (in 5% increments) Collate feature: Available Integrated Telephone Dial mode: Tone (DTMF) / Pulse Callback feature: Available*2 Incoming call ringer: Ring tone 1, 2, 3 Monitor volume: 8 levels Handset volume: 3 levels Flash: Available Caller ID: FSK compatible*2 General Power Consumption: Standby: 2 W, Copy: 240 W, Maximum: 950 W (fuser lamp turns on) Power Supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Dimensions (W x D x H): 14.2" x 14" x 8.6" Weight: Approx. 16.3 lb (Unit only) UPC Code: 885170024854

*1. Based on ITU-T No.1 test chart in Standard resolution, Actual transmission speed may vary based on various conditions and machine settings. *2. Requires subscription to fee-based telephone company service. *3. Continuous copy of a single original. *4. 5% page coverage. *5. The drum longevity is tested by 20-sheet continued printout intervals.

Product guides and documents

User Manual (PDF)

Product information

Warranty & Support

User Manual Manual [PDF ]

Feedback

Panasonic

Panasonic Advanced Fax Communications with Laser Print Quality (KX-FL421),Black

Found a lower price? Let us know. Although we can't match every price reported, we'll use your feedback to ensure that our prices remain competitive.

Where did you see a lower price?
/
/
/
/
Please sign in to provide feedback.

Looking for specific info?

Customer reviews

3.3 out of 5 stars
3.3 out of 5
45 global ratings

Customers say

Customers have expressed positive opinions about the ease of use of the printer. They mention that it is well built, with well thought out controls and operation. However, some customers disagree on quality and performance.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

7 customers mention5 positive2 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the printer. They say it is well built, reliable, and easy to use. They also say the set up and assembly was easy. Customers also mention that the controls and operation are well thought out.

"...The machine is well built, with controls and operation being mostly well thought out.There are some solid cons for this machine, however...." Read more

"I am so happy so far.Set up and assembly was easy. Print quality is good. It is bit On the expensive side but it is very well built. I recommend it." Read more

"Still trying to find time to set it up. Seems complicated and time consuming." Read more

"A dependable top performer which has been trouble free for five plus years." Read more

15 customers mention8 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the fax machine. Some mention that it produces excellent quality copies, and is an excellent price with a quality output that's hard to beat. The fax itself looks solid, but the paper trays feel very cheap and flimsy. However, some customers say that it's terrible quality, not well constructed, and defective out of the box.

"...Comparing to the old fax machine, I was surprised how good the quality of received faxes is; this is probably due to the error correction feature..." Read more

"This fax machine is cheaply made and does not work properly. We have been through three machines in less than one year...." Read more

"...The machine is well built, with controls and operation being mostly well thought out.There are some solid cons for this machine, however...." Read more

"I am so happy so far.Set up and assembly was easy. Print quality is good. It is bit On the expensive side but it is very well built. I recommend it." Read more

8 customers mention5 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the performance of the printer. Some mention that it works well, while others say that it does not work properly. Some customers also report issues with the cartridge and the front not closing.

"...My setup for this unit is on a dedicated fax line, it works great for that...." Read more

"This fax machine is cheaply made and does not work properly. We have been through three machines in less than one year...." Read more

"Works well but sometimes when faxing it'll accidentally pull in extra page, requiring you to cancel the fax and start over again...." Read more

"seems to work good and I just love how it works" Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the noise produced by the printer. They mention that it makes noises within 2 months and sometimes squeals before the voice mail answers. Additionally, they report that the printer has random voice interruptions that do not occur when faxing.

"...Each machine makes a terrible squealing noise that reminds you of metal on metal brakes and nails on a chalk board...." Read more

"...Again...When these infrequent / random voice interruptions occur, it's clearly NOT when fax machine is trying to connect on the other end...." Read more

"...Within 2 months it has started making noises as if it was 10 years old.Would advice not to buy this item." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

John Woods
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Fax Quality
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2013
Verified Purchase
Today I replaced a 14-year-old Panasonic FAX with this one. Here are my first impressions:

Assembling the drum unit and toner cartridge requires so much force, I was afraid to break something. I went back to the manual a few times to make sure I did not forget to remove a tab or a sticker, but no, you just have to push really hard while rotating the tonner barrel.

The fax machine itself looks solid, but the paper trays feel very cheap and flimsy.

Comparing to the old fax machine, I was surprised how good the quality of received faxes is; this is probably due to the error correction feature that works with compatible newer fax machines on the other end of the line.

My setup for this unit is on a dedicated fax line, it works great for that. There is line out port for an answering machine, but I did not test that.

So far I have good feelings about KX-FL421, I will update this review if anything alarming pops up.
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Daniel Demers
1.0 out of 5 stars Terrible quality
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2015
Verified Purchase
This fax machine is cheaply made and does not work properly. We have been through three machines in less than one year. Each machine makes a terrible squealing noise that reminds you of metal on metal brakes and nails on a chalk board. Panasonic has replaced it twice and the machine I received today still makes the noise and is cracked. I would strongly recommend you not purchase this even though the price seems to warrant it.
Helpful
 Report
Lucky Strike
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent quality fax with some quirks and flaws
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2012
Verified Purchase
UPDATED September 2012:

Looking for a laser fax that wouldn't take up 3/4 of my office desk, I decided to gamble on this newly introduced laser fax machine from Panasonic.

Overall, I am VERY pleased with both print quality and speed. This fax machine produces excellent quality copies, and does so relatively fast for a fax machine. The machine is well built, with controls and operation being mostly well thought out.

There are some solid cons for this machine, however. Namely, it has a mind of it's own.

The biggest problem is if you are using it on a shared line (a telephone line that is primarily for voice, but occasionally used to receive or send fax). The Auto Answer feature is the culprit. Worst case I've experienced is when I have placed a call, started talking with the other party, and randomly in the middle of our conversation, this alleged inanimate object unexpectedly chimes in to give us its two cents. "Oh, here it goes again, let me call you back after I figure out who is playing smart guy with the fax machine." The rest of the time, which is most of the time, it falls in line and does what it is supposed to, without completely destroying the conversation.

Our voice mail machine (integrated cordless phone system) picks up exactly after 4 rings. On the Panasonic fax, I have Auto Answer set for 4 rings, like on my old Sharp fax. This Panasonic, however, sometimes also "squeals" before the voice mail answers OR while the voice mail machine has already answered. This makes for some humorous messages to play at company picnics, but I hardly find it funny for the person trying to leave a life or death voice mail. Sometimes even, it'll just start up shortly after answering the phone, well before the 4 rings!

Again...When these infrequent / random voice interruptions occur, it's clearly NOT when fax machine is trying to connect on the other end.

Our old Sharp fax machine that this Panasonic replaced NEVER did this. For "Auto" mode, the Sharp instead listened for a fax handshake tone on the line after a certain number of rings, without initiating. Perhaps there is something to making Auto Answer work properly that I am missing, but in the documentation it states very simply that Auto is either On or Off, and to specify the number of rings. That's it!

There are no settings for initiation. I caution anyone reading this review that this machine is best suited to a dedicated line, a disappointing limitation if Auto Answer does not work on a shared line.

Another major flaw which I cannot seem to understand from any perspective: The fact that the display is not backlit!! In 2011, the year of this machine's introduction, the customer expects a backlit display using LED, EL foil, simple incandescent lamp, OLED, two candles and a mirror....Whatever technology it takes! Come on, Panasonic! I'd have paid extra for the backlight if it were an "option"! This is just plain disregard for the consumer.
42 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Zaron Van Meer
2.0 out of 5 stars I do not like the small toner
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2015
Verified Purchase
This product was not a well constructed as a Brother that I have. I do not like the small toner.
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Brian
3.0 out of 5 stars Worked well while it lasted (about 1 yr in busy environment), but found a better alternative.
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2014
Verified Purchase
We used this in my busy cafe for about a year (50 to 80 faxes per day), before it decided that it wanted out of the business. The machine, when new, printed and received faxes very nicely. The problem is that most of the time, the toner cartridge is replaced by one of my employees rather than myself. The employees are usually in a rush when replacing the cartridges, and almost every time they replaced the toner, they would spill toner inside the machine due to the way the toner goes in. It seems so simple when you are familiar with the machine, but I learned early on that I could not expect my employees to be as careful as I am.

After about a year of clumsy toner replacements, the machine decided it no longer wanted to print clean faxes or copies. I opted to go with a Brother laser fax machine (model FAX2840)to replace this one, and I could not be happier. The toners are designed so that anyone can replace them blindfolded, and I no longer worry every time the low toner light shows up, because it's so easy for my employees to just pop out the old Brother toner and pop the new one in.

If you have a busy business environment, and rely on employees to manage supplies in your fax machine I would recommend going with a different machine than this one.
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Ihab R Kamel
5.0 out of 5 stars Well built and easy operation
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2013
Verified Purchase
I am so happy so far.Set up and assembly was easy. Print quality is good. It is bit On the expensive side but it is very well built. I recommend it.
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars This particular fax unit is one of the best products I've see yet
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2015
Verified Purchase
This particular fax unit is one of the best products I've see yet. As an independent administrator for a number of corps here in NYC, most of my clients in the past have relied on "popular" ink jet brands that are not only expensive to operate, but lack in image quality and are many times, unreliable when connecting to newer "digital" fax lines.

This one vastly surpasses not only in the volume of pages provided as a laser printer, but offers an impressive image quality when used either as a fax or copier that's very close to an original.

This Panasonic fax/copier, is an excellent price with a quality output that's hard to beat, even with the more expensive brands.
Helpful
 Report
Amazon happy customer
1.0 out of 5 stars By far the worst ever fax machine
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2016
Verified Purchase
By far the worst ever fax machine. Trouble at day one. Poor Poor customer service through Mfg Panasonic. Continued to limp along and then finally after 3 more calls to Panasonic and no satisfaction (obvious they read from a script) called Amazon. Amazon refunded my money and I am rid of this piece of junk. Bought another from Amazon another mfg and absolutely love and it worked right out of the box!!! Do not recommend
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report