Panasonic KX-TC1851B, KX-TC1852B, KX-TC1851W User Manual

900MHz Cordless Phone

Preparation Basic Operation Advanced Operation Useful Information

Model No.

KX-TC1851B

KX-TC1851W

KX-TC1852B

Pulse-or-tone dialing capability

Operating Instructions

PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE.

Charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use.

Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com

for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico

Before Initial Use

Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS on page 52 before use.
Read and understand all instructions.

Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless
telephone.

Caller ID and Call Waiting Service, where available, are telephone
company services. After subscribing to Caller ID, this phone will
display a caller’s name and phone number. Call Waiting Caller ID,
which displays a second caller’s name and phone number while the
user is on another call, requires a subscription to both Caller ID and
Call Waiting.

Attach your purchase receipt here.

For your future reference

Serial No. Date of purchase

(found on the bottom of the unit)

Name and address of dealer

Accessories (included) For extra orders, call 1-800-332-5368.

∑ AC Adaptor (p. 10)

Order No.
KX-TCA1-G

one

∑ Wall Mounting

Adaptor (p. 46)

Order No.
PQKL10035Z1
(Black)
PQKL10035Z2
(White)

one

∑ Telephone Line

Cord (p. 10)

one

∑ Handset

Holder (p. 46)

Order No.
PQKE10097Z1
(Black)
PQKE10097Z2
(White)

one

∑ Belt Clip

(p. 13)

Order No.
PQKE10098Z1
(Black)
PQKE10098Z2
(White)

one

∑ Battery (p. 11)

Order No.
P-P508

one

∑ Handset Cover

(p. 11)

Order No.
PQKK10099Z1
(Black)
PQKK10099Z2
(White)

one

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For Best Performance

Raise the
antenna.

Battery Charge

A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the
handset. Charge the battery for about

6 hours before initial use (p. 11).

Base Unit Location/Noise

Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using
wireless radio waves. For maximum distance and noise-free
operation, the recommended base unit location is:

Away from electrical appliances
such as a TV, personal computer
or another cordless phone.

≥If more than one cordless phone is being used and your handset is near another

cordless phone’s base unit, noise may be heard. Move away from the other
cordless phone’s base unit and closer to your base unit.

In a HIGH and CENTRAL location
with no obstructions such as walls.

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Contents

Preparation

Location of Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installing the Battery in the Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Battery Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Using the Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Using an Optional Headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Selecting the Dialing Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Selecting the Line Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Programmable Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Setting the Auto Talk Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Selecting the Ringer Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Basic Operation

Making Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Advanced Operation

Caller ID Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Using the Caller List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Viewing the Caller List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Calling Back from the Caller List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Editing the Caller’s Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Storing Caller List Information in the Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Erasing Caller List Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

One-Touch Dialer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Storing a Phone Number in the DIRECT Button . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Dialing the Stored Number in the DIRECT Button . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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Using the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Storing Names and Numbers in the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Steps for Entering Names and Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Finding Items in the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Dialing from the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Editing an Item in the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Erasing an Item from the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Voice Mail Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Storing a Voice Mail Access Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Setting the Voice Mail Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Listening to Voice Mail Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Special Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Automatic Security Code Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Handset Locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

For Call Waiting Service Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Temporary Tone Dialing

(For Rotary or Pulse Service Users) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

How to Use the PAUSE Button

(For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) . . . . . . . 44

FLASH Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Useful Information

Preparation Basic Operation Advanced Operation Useful Information

Wall Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Adding Another Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Before Requesting Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

FCC and Other Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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Location of Controls

TALK

D

IR

E

C

T

FW

D

/E

D

IT

BACK

F

U

N

C

T

IO

N

/E

X

IT

1

2

ABC

3

DEF

5

JKL

6

MNO

4

GHI

8

TUV

0

O

P

E

R

9

WXYZ

7

PQRS

FLASH/CALL WAIT

R

E

D

IA

L

P

A

U

S

E

T

O

N

E

CLEAR

O

N

O

F

F

Handset

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Base unit

CA

LLER ID

C

A

L

L

E

R

I

D

I

N

U

S

E

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C

H

A

R

G

E

H

A

N

D

S

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T

L

O

C

A

T

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S

PR

EAD SPECTR

UM

Charge Contacts (p. 12)

(HANDSET\LOCATOR)

Button (p. 43)

CALLER ID Indicator (p. 21, 22, 23)

IN USE/CHARGE Indicator (p. 11)

Antenna (p. 3, 10)

Preparation

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Display

The handset shows you instructions and information on the display.
These display prompts are shown below.

The Caller List is empty or there are no stored
items in the directory.

No items stored

The battery needs to be charged. Place the
handset on the base unit to charge the battery

Recharge battery

12 new calls

12 new calls

43

1

=Directory

(p. 11).

The display shows the number of new calls and
the battery strength (p. 11) while the handset is
on the base unit.

The display shows the number of new calls when

(›) or (‹) is pressed while the handset is off the

base unit.
To search from the most recent call, press (›).
To search from the oldest call, press (‹) (p. 24).
To go to the directory list, press FWD/EDIT (fl)
(Directory key).

The display shows the voice mail message(s)

Voicemail

Ringer off

is/are recorded (p. 40).

When the ringer volume is set to OFF (p. 18),
“Ringer off” will flash for about 45 seconds
before the handset returns to the standby mode
(p. 12).

When a call is received, the display shows the
caller’s name and number after the first ring.

TINA ROBINSON

1-000-222-3333

During a conversation, the display shows the

Talk

01-06-35

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length of the call (ex. 1 hour, 6 minutes and
35 seconds). The battery strength is also
displayed (p. 11).

No link to base.
Place on cradle
and try again.

JACK SMITH
1-222-333-4444
11:20A JAN.12 a3

Ann
1234567890

Paging

NANCY BROWN
1-000-222-3333

----Waiting-----

The handset has lost communication with the
base unit. Place the handset on the base unit
and try again.

This is a name from the Caller List.
The display shows:
—the caller’s name,
—the caller’s number,
—the time and date of the last call

(ex. Jan. 12, 11:20 AM), and

—the number of times called (ex. 3 times).
This is a name from the directory. The stored

name and phone number are displayed.

The base unit is paging the handset (p. 43).

A second call is received during a conversation
(p. 44).

Preparation

Please lift up
and try again

Not available

Directory full

(›), (‹), BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl) was

pressed while the handset was on the base unit.
Lift the handset and press the button again.

(›), (‹), BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl) was

pressed while the base unit was not in the
standby mode.

When trying to store an item or Caller List
information in the directory, the directory memory
is full (p. 28, 33).

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Settings

Telephone Line Cord

Single-Line
Telephone Jack
(RJ11C)

Power Outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

AC Adaptor

Raise the
antenna.

Fasten the cords to prevent
them from being disconnected.

Hooks

Connections

≥USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR KX-TCA1 (Order No. KX-TCA1-G).
≥The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor

to feel warm during use.)

≥To connect a standard telephone on the same line, see page 48.
≥If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID and voice

mail services, you cannot access those services.

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IN USE/CHARGE Indicator

OR

Installing the Battery in the Handset

Install the battery and close the handset cover, locking it into place.

Battery Charge

Place the handset on the base unit
and charge for about 6 hours
before initial use.

≥The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights.

“

Preparation

Battery strength

You can check the battery strength on the display while the handset is on
the base unit, while it is in use (making/answering a call etc.), or after
viewing the Caller List or directory items, programming etc.
The battery strength will remain for 5 seconds after using the handset,
then the display will return to the standby mode (see next page).

The battery strength is as shown in the chart below.

Display prompt Battery strength

Fully charged

Medium

Low

(flashing) Needs to be recharged.

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“

Settings

Recharge

Recharge the battery when:

—“Recharge battery” is displayed,
—“ ” flashes on the display, or
—the handset beeps intermittently while it is in use.

≥If you DO NOT recharge the handset battery for more than 15 minutes, the

display will keep indicating “Recharge battery” and/or “” will continue
to flash.

Recharge battery

Battery information

After your Panasonic battery is fully charged (p. 11):

Operation Approx. battery life

While in use

(TALK)

*Within about 10 feet (3 m)

≥Battery life may be shortened depending on usage conditions, such as viewing

the Caller ID Caller List or directory list, and ambient temperature.

≥Clean the handset and the base unit charge contacts with a soft, dry cloth

once a month. Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust or
high humidity. Otherwise the battery may not charge properly.

≥If the battery is fully charged, you do not have to place the handset on the base

unit until “Recharge battery” is displayed and/or “” flashes. This will
maximize the battery life.

≥The battery cannot be overcharged.

near the base unit*
away from the base unit

Up to about 6 hours
Up to about 4 hours

Up to about 14 daysWhile not in use (Standby)

Standby Mode (The handset is off the base unit)

The handset goes into the standby mode after you finish using the
handset (making/answering a call, viewing the Caller List or directory list
etc.). The display is blank, but the handset can receive calls.
The battery life is conserved in this mode.

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Headset Jack

Using the Belt Clip

You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the belt clip.

To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip

Using an Optional Headset

Plugging an optional headset into the handset allows a hands-free phone
conversation. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA87 or KX-TCA90
headset. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2.

Preparation

Connecting an optional headset to the handset

Open the headset jack cover, and connect an optional headset to the
headset jack as shown below.

The illustration headset
is a KX-TCA90.

When an optional headset is connected to the handset, make sure
to use the headset to talk with the caller. If you want to have a
normal cordless phone conversation, disconnect the headset.

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Settings

Selecting the Dialing Mode

If you have touch tone service, set to “Tone”. If rotary or pulse service is
used, set to “Pulse”. Your phone comes from the factory set to “Tone”.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

2

points to “Program”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

3

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

4

points to “Set dial mode”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

5

Press (›) or (‹) to select “Pulse” or

6

“Tone”. Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save key).

≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Save directory
Voicemail dial

43

Ringer volume

1

Program

43

1

Save DIRECT#
Set flash time

43

Set line mode

1

Set dial mode

43

Dial mode

43

Dial mode

1

1

1

1

:Tone

1

=Save

:Pulse

=Yes

=Yes

=Yes

=Yes

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

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Selecting the Line Mode

If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to “B”.
Otherwise the unit may not ring and the Call Waiting Caller ID Feature
may not be accessible (p. 44). Your phone comes from the factory set to
“A”.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Preparation

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

2

points to “Program”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

3

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

4

points to “Set line mode”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

5

Press (›) or (‹) to select “B” or “A”.

6

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save key).

≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Save directory
Voicemail dial

43

Ringer volume

1

Program

43

1

Save DIRECT#
Set flash time

43

1

Set line mode
Set dial mode

43

Line mode

43

Line mode

1

1

1

1

1

=Save

=Yes

=Yes

=Yes

=Yes

:A

:B

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

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Programmable Functions

You can program the following function items using the handset near
the base unit. The display shows the programming instructions. See the

corresponding pages for function details.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

<Function menu>*

1

Save directory
Voicemail dial

To store an item in the directory (p. 33).
To dial the access number for voice mail

service (p. 42).

Ringer volume
Program

<Function menu>*

1

Save DIRECT#

Set flash time
Save mailbox#
Voicemail tone
Set line mode
Set dial mode
Talk switching

During programming

*To select a desired function item, press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the

arrow points to the item. Then press FWD/EDIT (fl) to go to the next step.

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).
≥If you do not press any buttons for 60 seconds, the unit will return to the standby

mode.

To select the ringer volume (p. 18).

Press

FWD/EDIT (fl).

To store a phone number in the DIRECT button
(p. 30).

To select the flash time (p. 45).
To store a voice mail access number (p. 40).
To set the voice mail tone (p. 41).
To select the line mode (p. 15).
To select the dial mode (p. 14).
To set the auto talk feature (p. 17).

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Setting the Auto Talk Feature

The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset off
the base unit without pressing (TALK). If you want to use this feature, turn
the feature ON by programming. Your phone comes from the factory set
to OFF.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Preparation

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

2

points to “Program”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

Ringer volume

1

Program

43

1

=Yes

3

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

4

points to “Talk switching”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

5

Press (›) or (‹) to select “On” or “Off”.

6

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save key).

≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).
≥To answer a call when the Auto Talk feature is OFF, lift the handset off the base

unit and press (TALK).

1

Talk switching

43

Auto talk

43

Auto talk

1

1

=Save

=Yes

:Off

:On

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Programmable Functions

Selecting the Ringer Volume

You can program the ringer volume to HIGH, LOW or OFF. If set to OFF,
the unit will not ring. Your phone comes from the factory set to HIGH.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly to select

2

“Ringer volume”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

3

Press (›) or (‹) to select the

4

desired volume.

≥The selected volume is displayed and

rings.

≥To turn the ringer OFF, press and hold

(›) until 2 beeps sound.

≥The handset will return to the standby

mode.

To turn the ringer ON, press (‹) or (›) in step 4.
≥The ringer will sound at the LOW level.

HIGH

LOW

OFF

1

Ringer volume
Program

43

Ringer
Low ❚❚❚❚❚❚ High

43

(›)

Ringer
Low ❚❚❚❚❚❚ High

43

(›)

Ringer off

1

=Yes

(‹)

(‹)

≥When you replace the battery, the selected ringer volume setting will return to

the factory set (HIGH). Reprogram if necessary.

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Making Calls

To have a hand-free conversation, connect an optional headset to the
handset (p. 13).

Display

(TALK)

(‹), (›)

“

Basic Operation

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH)

Press (TALK).

(CLEAR)

(REDIAL/PAUSE)

Talk

1

Dial a phone number.

2

≥The dialed number is displayed.
≥After a few seconds, the display will show the

length of the call and the battery strength.

To hang up, press (TALK) or place the

3

handset on the base unit.

If noise interferes with the conversation

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) to select a clearer channel or move closer to
the base unit.

Talk

1112222

Talk

00-00-00

To redial the last number dialed

Press (TALK) ¤ (REDIAL/PAUSE).

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“

Making calls

To dial after confirming the entered number

Dial a phone number.

1

≥If you misdial, press (CLEAR). All digits are

erased. Dial the correct phone number.

3334444

Press (TALK).

2

≥After a few seconds, the display will show the

length of the call and the battery strength.

To hang up, press (TALK) or place the

3

handset on the base unit.

Talk

3334444

Talk

00-00-00

To redial after confirming the last number dialed

Press (REDIAL/PAUSE) ¤ (TALK).

To select the receiver volume

Press (‹) or (›) while talking.

≥Each time you press (‹) or (›), the

volume level will change.

≥The display will return to the length of

the call.

≥Your phone comes from the factory

set to MEDIUM.

HIGH

MEDIUM

Loud
Low ❚❚❚❚❚❚ High

(‹)

Loud
Low ❚❚❚❚❚❚ High

(‹)

Loud

LOW

Low ❚❚❚❚❚❚ High

(›)

(›)

≥When you replace the battery, the selected receiver volume setting will return to

the factory set (MEDIUM). Reprogram if necessary.

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Answering Calls

CALLER ID Indicator

(TALK)

When a call is received, the unit rings and the CALLER ID indicator on
the base unit flashes quickly. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the
calling party information will be displayed after the first ring (p. 22). In
order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the second ring to
answer a call.

Lift the handset off the base unit and press

(TALK).

≥You can also answer a call by pressing any dialing

button (0) to (9), ($) or (#) (—Any Key Talk).

Auto Talk

If you set the Auto Talk feature to ON (p. 17),
you can answer a call by lifting the handset off
the base unit without pressing (TALK).

Basic Operation

When an optional headset is connected (p. 13), make sure to use
the headset to talk with the caller. If you want to have a normal
cordless phone conversation, disconnect the headset.

Backlit LCD display

The lighted handset display will stay on for about 10 seconds after
pressing a handset button or lifting the handset off the base unit.

Lighted handset keypad

The handset dialing buttons will light when you press a button or lift the
handset off the base unit, and flash when a call is received. The lights will
go out about 10 seconds after pressing a button, lifting the handset or
answering a call.

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Caller ID Service

The CALLER ID indicator
light will flash quickly when
a call is being received.

This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephone
company. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party’s
information will be displayed after the first ring.

The unit can record information of up to 50 different callers, including the
time and date received and the number of times called, in the Caller List.
The Caller List information is sorted by the most recent to the oldest call.
When the 51st call is received, the first call is deleted.

Using the list, you can automatically call back a caller. You can store the
callers’ numbers from the Caller List into the directory.

If you subscribe to a Call Waiting Caller ID Feature, when a second call is
received while talking, the new caller’s name and phone number will be
displayed (p. 44).

How caller information is displayed when a call is
received

The display shows the caller’s name and
number after the first ring.

TINA ROBINSON

1-000-222-3333

After you answer the call, the display will
show the length of the call and the
battery strength.

≥Caller information cannot be displayed in the following cases:

≥—If the caller dialed from an area which does not provide a Caller ID service,

the display will show “Out of area”.

≥—If the caller has requested not to display his/her information, the display will

show “Private caller”.

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Talk

00-00-00

≥If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID services, you

(›), (‹)

CALLER ID Indicator

cannot access those services.

≥The name display service may not be available in some areas. For further

information, please contact your telephone company.

To check the number of new calls

When new calls have been received, the CALLER ID indicator flashes
slowly on the base unit.

While the handset is on the base unit:

If you have received 10 new calls, the
display will show the following:

10 new calls

Advanced Operation

While the handset is off the base unit:

Press (›) or (‹) to turn the display on. If you
have received 10 new calls, the display will
show the following:

10 new calls

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1

=Directory

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Using the Caller List

Viewing the Caller List

To check who has called, follow the steps below.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Lift the handset off the base unit

1

and press (›) or (‹) to enter the
Caller List.

≥The display will show, for example,

the following:

2 new calls

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To search from the most recent

2

call, press (›).
To search from the oldest call,
press (‹).

≥To scroll between callers,

press (›) or (‹).

1

=Directory

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH)

Display

To exit the list, press

3

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥The handset will return to the

standby mode.

≥Once new calls have been checked, “√” will be added.
≥If “No items stored” is displayed in step 1, the Caller List is empty. After

5 seconds, the handset will return to the standby mode.

≥If more than one call is received from the same caller, the date and time of the

most recent call will be recorded. If the same caller calls again, the call entry
with “√” will be deleted.

≥In step 1, you can go to the directory list by pressing FWD/EDIT (fl) (p. 36).

(›), (‹)

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Ex. When you search from the most recent call:

Lift the handset off the base unit and press (›) or (‹).

2 new calls

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JACK SMITH
1-222-333-4444

NANCY BROWN
1-555-666-7777

CINDY TURNER
1-234-456-7890
10:38A JUN.9 √

1

=Directory

Press (›).

3:10P JUN.10

Press (›).

1:54P JUN.9 a2

Press (›).

Press (›).

≥If there is no name information for a caller,

the display will only show the phone
number.

To return to the previous caller,

press (‹).
To exit the Caller List, press

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥The handset will return to the standby

mode.

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Advanced Operation

0 new call

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Display meaning:

k2–k9 : The number of times the same caller called (up to 9).

1

=Directory

Press (›).

√ : You have checked this caller information, answered the

call or called back the caller.
After checking, “a2”–“a9” will be replaced with “√”.

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Using the Caller List

Calling Back from the Caller List

Lift the handset off the base unit and press

1

(›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly to find the

2

desired caller.

Press (TALK).

3

≥The displayed phone number is dialed

automatically.

≥In some cases, you may have to edit the number before dialing (p. 27).

(Ex. You may have to delete “1” and the area code.)

≥If a phone number is not displayed in the caller information, you cannot call back

that caller.

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3 new calls

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CINDY TURNER
1-234-456-7890
11:20A JAN.12 a3

Talk

1

=Directory

12344567890

Talk

00-00-00

Editing the Caller’s Phone Number

The unit can edit a phone number into one of 4 patterns.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Lift the handset off the base unit and

1

press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly to find the

2

desired caller. Press FWD/EDIT (fl).

5 new calls

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FRED PARKER
1-234-321-5555
11:20A JAN.12 √

1

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1

Edit
Save directory

=Directory

1

=Yes

“

While the arrow points to “Edit”,

3

press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Edit key) to

4

select a pattern.

≥Each time you press FWD/EDIT (fl),

the number is rearranged into one of
4 different patterns.

a

Phone no.

b –
c 1 –
d 1 – –

≥The order in which patterns a–d are

displayed depends on how the telephone
number is displayed in step 2.

After editing the number, you can continue with calling back or

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storing procedures.
To call back, press (TALK) (p. 26).
To store the number in the directory,
press (›) (Next key). Follow the
instructions on the display (p. 28).

Phone no.

Area code

Phone no.Area code

Phone no.

FRED PARKER
1-234-321-5555

4

=Next 1=Edit

FRED PARKER
321-5555

a

4

=Next 1=Edit

FRED PARKER
234-321-5555

b

4

=Next 1=Edit

FRED PARKER
1-321-5555

c

4

=Next 1=Edit

FRED PARKER
1-234-321-5555

d

4

=Next 1=Edit

FRED PARKER
321-5555

3

=Edit 1=Save

Advanced Operation

≥The number edited in step 4 will not be maintained in the Caller List.

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Using the Caller List

Storing Caller List Information in the
Directory

You can store numbers that are in the Caller List in the directory.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Lift the handset off the base unit and

1

press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly to find the

2

caller you want to store in the directory.
Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

≥If the number requires editing, see page 27.

10 new calls

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CINDY TURNER
1-234-456-7890
11:20A JAN.12 a3

1

43

1

=Directory

Edit
Save directory

1

=Yes

Press (›) or (‹) to select “Save

3

directory”. Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes
key).

If there is no name information for the
caller, “Enter name” will be
displayed.

a) If a name is not required, press (›)

(Next key) and FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save
key).

b) If a name is required, enter the name

(p. 34). When finished, press (›)
(Next key) and FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save
key).

≥A beep sounds.
≥The display will return to step 2. You can

continue storing other items.
To return to the standby mode, press
(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).
≥If the display shows “Directory full” in step 3, the display will return to

step 2. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) to exit the list. To erase other stored items
from the directory, see page 39.

≥You cannot store caller information in the directory if a phone number is not

displayed.

Edit

1

Save directory

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Enter name

21

Enter name
CINDY TURNER

21

CINDY TURNER
12344567890

1

4

=Next

4

=Next

1

=Save

=Yes

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Erasing Caller List Information

After checking the Caller List, you can erase some or all of the entries.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

To erase a specific caller from the Caller List

Lift the handset off the base unit and

1

press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.

10 new calls

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1

=Directory

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly to find the

2

caller you want to erase from the Caller
List.

Press (CLEAR).

3

≥A beep sounds and the information is

erased.

≥After a few seconds, the display will show

the next or previous caller information.

≥To return to the standby mode, press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

To erase all entries in the Caller List

Before erasing all entries, make sure that “0 new call” is displayed.

Lift the handset off the base unit and

1

press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.

Press (CLEAR).

TOM REAGAN
1-888-777-6666
12:20A JAN.12 √

Clear

0 new call

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1

=Directory

2

Press (›) or (‹) to select “All clear”.

3

Exit

1

All clear

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1

Advanced Operation

=Yes

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key) or

4

(CLEAR).

≥A beep sounds and all entries are erased.
≥The handset will return to the standby mode.

All clear

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One-Touch Dialer

A phone number stored in the (DIRECT) button can be dialed with a one­touch operation.

Storing a Phone Number in the DIRECT
Button

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

2

points to “Program”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

3

While the arrow points to “Save

4

DIRECT#”, press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

Enter a phone number, up to 48 digits.

5

≥Each time you press (CLEAR) the digit to the

left of the cursor is erased. To erase all of the
digits, press and hold (CLEAR).

≥The last 32 digits number you entered will be

displayed. To confirm the remaining number,
press BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl).

Press (›) (Next key).

6

≥If you want to edit the entered number, press

(‹) (Edit key) and return to step 5.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save key).

7

≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

Ringer volume

1

Program

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1

Save DIRECT#
Set flash time

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21

1234567890123456
7890123456789012

21

1234567890123456
7890123456789012

3

=Edit 1=Save

1234567890123456
7890123456789012
Save DIRECT#

1

=Yes

1

=Yes

4

=Next

4

=Next

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).
≥If a pause is required for dialing, (REDIAL/PAUSE) can be stored in a phone

number counting as one digit (p. 44) in step 5.

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Dialing the Stored Number in the DIRECT
Button

Press (DIRECT).

1

≥The stored number is dialed automatically.
≥After a few seconds, the display will show the

length of the call and the battery strength.

To hang up, press (TALK) or place the

2

handset on the base unit.

≥You can also dial the stored number in the (DIRECT) button by pressing (TALK)

and (DIRECT).

Talk Direct

D

Talk

00-00-00

Advanced Operation

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Using the Directory

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH)

(CLEAR)

(REDIAL/PAUSE)

The dialing buttons
can be used to enter
letters and symbols.

(›), (‹),

BACK (fi),
FWD/EDIT (fl)

Display

You can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in the directory. All
directory items are sorted by the first word in alphabetical order.
Using the directory, you can make a call by selecting a name on the
handset display.

Storing Names and Numbers in the
Directory

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

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Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

While the arrow points to “Save

2

directory”, press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes
key).

≥The display shows the number of stored items

in the directory.

Enter a name, up to 15 characters, with the

3

dialing buttons, BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT

(fl).

≥See the steps for entering names and symbols

(p. 34).

≥If a name is not required, press (›) (Next

key) and go to step 5.

Press (›) (Next key).

4

Enter a phone number, up to 22 digits.

5

≥Each time you press (CLEAR) the digit to the

left of the cursor is erased. To erase all of the
digits, press and hold (CLEAR).

1

Save directory
Voicemail dial

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Directory=

20 items

Enter name

21

Enter name
Tom Jones

21

Enter phone no.

0987654321

21

1

=Yes

4

=Next

4

=Next

4

=Next

Advanced Operation

Press (›) (Next key).

6

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save key).

7

≥A beep sounds.
≥The display will return to step 2. You can continue storing other items after

pressing FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

≥To return to the standby mode, press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥If a pause is required for dialing, (REDIAL/PAUSE) can be stored in a phone

number counting as one digit (p. 44) in step 5.

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).
≥If the display shows “Directory full” in step 2, the display will return to

step 1. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) to exit the list. To erase other stored items
from the directory, see page 39.

Tom Jones
0987654321

1

=Save

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“

TALK

DIRECT

FWD/EDIT

BACK

FUNCTION/EXT

12

ABC3DEF

5

JKL

6

MNO

4

GHI

8

TUV

0

OPER

9

WXYZ

7

PQRS

TONE

ON

OFF

CH

CLEAR

LOUD/

SEARCH

Using the Directory

Steps for Entering Names and Symbols

The handset dialing buttons ((0) to (9)), BACK (fi)
and FWD/EDIT (fl) can be used to enter letters
and symbols.
Each button selects a character as shown below.

Number of times key is pressed

Keys

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(0)

BACK

(fi)

FWD/EDIT

(fl)

1234567891011

#&’ ()¢ , – ./1

ABCabc2
DEFdef3
GHIghi4

JKLjkl5
MNOmno6

PQRSpq r s 7

TUVtuv8
WXYZwxyz9

0 Blank

To move the cursor to the left
To move the cursor to the right

≥To enter another character using the same dialing button, press FWD/EDIT (fl)

to move the cursor to the next space.

If you make a mistake while entering a name

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Use BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl) to move the cursor to the incorrect
character, press (CLEAR) to delete and enter the correct character. Each
time you press (CLEAR), a character is erased from the right.
To erase all characters, press and hold (CLEAR).

For example, to enter “Tom Jones”:

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

“

While the arrow points to “Save

2

directory”, press FWD/EDIT (fl)
(Yes key).

Press (8).

3

Press (6) six times, then press FWD/EDIT

(fl)

4

to move the cursor to the right.

Press (6) four times.

5

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) twice to enter a

6

blank.
Press (5).

7

Press (6) six times, then press FWD/EDIT

(fl)

8

to move the cursor to the right.

Press (6) five times.

9

Directory=

20 items

Enter name

21

T

To

Tom

Tom

Tom J

Tom Jo

Tom Jon

4

=Next

Advanced Operation

Press (3) five times.

10

Press (7) eight times.

11

When finished, press (›) (Next key).

12

≥To enter a phone number, see page 33,

from step 5.

≥While entering names, the cursor will flash on the display.

Tom Jone

Enter name
Tom Jones

21

Enter phone no.

4

=Next

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Using the Directory

Finding Items in the Directory

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl) to

1

enter the directory list.

Directory list

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1

=Caller’s list

Press (›) or (‹).

2

≥The first item or last item is displayed.

Ann
1234567890

(›), (‹), BACK (fi),
FWD/EDIT (fl)

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH)

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the

3

desired item is displayed.

≥All directory items are stored in the

order shown on the right.

To search for a name by the initial:

1 Press the dialing button for the first

letter of the desired name until any
name with the same initial is
displayed (see the Index table on
page 37).
Ex. To find “Frank”, press (3)

repeatedly until the first item
under “F” is displayed.

2 Press (›) until the name is displayed.

≥You can leave the directory list any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).
≥If “No items stored” is displayed in step 2, the directory is empty. To return

to the standby mode, press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥In step 1, you can go to the Caller List by pressing FWD/EDIT (fl) (p. 24).

Press (›). Press (‹).

Alphabet

Symbol

Number

Telephone number

(When a name is not stored)

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IndexKeys IndexKeys

“

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

Other symbols, 1
A, B, C, 2
D, E, F, 3
G, H, I, 4
J, K, L, 5

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(0)

Dialing from the Directory

Press BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl) to enter

1

the directory list.
Press (›) or (‹).

2

≥The first item or last item is displayed.

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly to find the

3

directory item that you want to dial (p. 36).

Press (TALK).

4

≥The number is dialed automatically.

M, N, O, 6
P, Q, R, S, 7
T, U, V, 8
W, X, Y, Z, 9
0

Frank
4567890

Talk

4567890

Advanced Operation

To hang up, press (TALK) or place the

5

handset on the base unit.

≥You can leave the directory list any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

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Using the Directory

Editing an Item in the Directory

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl) to enter

1

the directory list.
Press (›) or (‹).

2

≥The first item or last item is displayed.

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly to find the

3

directory item you want to change (p. 36).
Press FWD/EDIT (fl).

Edit the name using the dialing buttons,

4

BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl) (p. 34), up to

15 characters.
Press (›) (Next key).

5

≥If you do not need to change the number,

press (›) (Next key) twice and go to step 8.

Add a number to the current number.

6

≥Each time you press (CLEAR), a character is

erased from the right. To erase all of the digits,
press and hold (CLEAR).

Press (›) (Next key).

7

Jane
1234567

Enter name
Jane

21

Enter name
Jane Walker

21

1234567

21

0981234567

21

Jane Walker
0981234567

4

=Next

4

=Next

4

=Next

4

=Next

1

=Save

When finished, press FWD/EDIT (fl)

8

(Save key).

≥To continue editing other items, repeat steps 3

through 8.

≥To return to the standby mode, press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥You can leave the directory list any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

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Jane Walker
0981234567

Erasing an Item from the Directory

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl) to enter

1

the directory list.
Press (›) or (‹).

2

≥The first item or last item is displayed.

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly to find the

3

directory item you want to erase (p. 36).

Press (CLEAR).

4

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key) or (CLEAR).

5

≥The display will show the next item.
≥To return to the standby mode, press

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥You can leave the directory list any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

Helen
1234567890

Clear?

2

=No 1=Yes

Clear

Advanced Operation

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Voice Mail Service

Voice mail service is an electronic on-line answering system offered by
your telephone company. After subscribing, the voice mail system can
answer calls automatically when your line is busy or if calls are not
answered. Callers can leave messages by following the pre-recorded
instructions. When voice mail messages will be recorded, “Voicemail”
and “” will be displayed.

To use this feature, you must first store your access number.

Storing a Voice Mail Access Number

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

2

points to “Program”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

3

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

4

points to “Save mailbox#”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

5

Enter your access number, up to 32 digits.

6

≥If you enter a wrong number, press (CLEAR).

Digits are erased from the right.

Press (›) (Next key).

7

≥If you want to edit the entered number, press

(‹) (Edit key) and return to step 6.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save key).

8

≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

Ringer volume

1

Program

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1

Save mailbox#
Voicemail tone

43

21

1234567890

21

1234567890

3

=Edit 1=Save

1234567890

Save mailbox#

1

=Yes

1

=Yes

4

=Next

4

=Next

40

“

To erase a stored number

Press and hold (CLEAR) in step 6 on page 40.

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

Setting the Voice Mail Tone

If your voice mail service sends a voice mail tone after a new message
has been recorded, set to “On”. “Voicemail” and “” will be displayed
when a message has been recorded in your mailbox. You will hear a
series of voice mail tones followed by a dial tone after pressing (TALK).
(Contact your service provider for details about your service.)
Set to “Off” if:

—you do not subscribe to a voice mail service,
—your voice mail service does not send a voice mail tone, or
—the unit is connected to a PBX.
Your phone comes from the factory set to “On”.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

2

points to “Program”.
Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

Ringer volume

1

Program

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1

=Yes

3

Advanced Operation

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

4

points to “Voicemail tone”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

5

Press (›) or (‹) to select “Off” or “On”.

6

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save key).

≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

Save mailbox#

1

Voicemail tone

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Voicemail tone

43

Voicemail tone

1

1

=Save

=Yes

:On

:Off

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Voice Mail Service

Listening to Voice Mail Messages

After receiving a voice mail message, “Voicemail” and “” will be
displayed. To listen to your voice mail message(s), follow the steps below.

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

2

points to “Voicemail dial”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

3

≥The stored voice mail access number is

displayed (p. 40).

Press (TALK).

4

≥The unit automatically dials the access

number.

Follow the pre-recorded instructions.

Save directory

1

Voicemail dial

43

1234567890

TALK

1

=Yes

1234567890

5

When finished, press (TALK).

6

≥If “Voicemail” and “” still remain on the display even if you have listened to

your voice mail message(s), press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH), and press and hold
(CLEAR) until the unit beeps. “Voicemail” and “” will disappear.

≥If your voice mail service uses a voice mail tone and the recorded message is

over 3 minutes long, “Voicemail” and “” may not be displayed.

≥If your voice mail service uses a voice mail tone, the tone will be heard from any

parallel connected phone. If you use another phone to retrieve messages, you
have to dial your access number manually.

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Special Features

(›), (‹),

FWD/EDIT (fl)

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH)

(TONE)

(HANDSET\LOCATOR)

IN USE/CHARGE Indicator

(FLASH/CALL\WAIT)

(REDIAL/PAUSE)

(TALK)

Display

“

Advanced Operation

Automatic Security Code Setting

Each time you place the handset on the base unit, the unit automatically
selects one of more than a million security codes. These codes help
prevent the unauthorized use of your telephone line by another cordless
telephone user.

Handset Locator

You can locate the handset or page the handset user with beep tones
from the base unit.

1
2

Press (HANDSET\LOCATOR).

≥The IN USE/CHARGE indicator flashes. The handset beeps for 1 minute

and “Paging” is displayed on the handset.

To stop paging, press (HANDSET\LOCATOR) again or press (TALK)
twice on the handset.

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Special Features

For Call Waiting Service Users

Press (FLASH/CALL\WAIT) if you hear a call-waiting tone while talking.

≥The first call is put on hold and you can answer the second call.
≥To return to the first caller, press (FLASH/CALL\WAIT) again.
≥If this function does not operate properly, consult your telephone company for

details.

Call Waiting Caller ID Feature

Call Waiting Caller ID Feature allows your
handset to display the second caller’s
information. After you hear a call-waiting tone
while talking, the handset will display the caller’s
name with the phone number and
“----Waiting-----”.

≥The second caller’s information will not be displayed when a parallel connected

telephone is in use.

≥Please contact your telephone company for details and availability in your area.

NANCY BROWN
1-000-222-3333

----Waiting-----

Temporary Tone Dialing

(For Rotary or Pulse Service Users)

Press (TONE) before entering access numbers which require tone dialing.

≥The dialing mode changes to tone. You can enter numbers to access an

answering service, electronic banking service, etc. When you hang up, the mode
will return to pulse.

≥Access numbers entered after pressing (TONE) will not be included when

redialing.

How to Use the PAUSE Button

(For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users)

We recommend you press (REDIAL/PAUSE) if a pause is required for
dialing with a PBX or to access a long distance service.
Ex. Line access number (9) (PBX)

(9) ¤ (REDIAL/PAUSE) ¤

≥Pressing (REDIAL/PAUSE) once creates a 3.5 second pause. This prevents

misdialing when you redial or dial a stored number.

≥Pressing (REDIAL/PAUSE) more than once increases the length of the pause

between numbers.

Phone number

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FLASH Button

Pressing (FLASH/CALL\WAIT) allows you to use special features of your
host PBX such as transferring an extension call or accessing special
telephone services (optional) such as call waiting.

Selecting the flash time

The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX.
You can select the following flash times: “700, 600, 400, 300, 250, 110,
100 or 90 ms (milliseconds)”. Your phone comes from the factory set to
“700 ms”.

Make sure the handset is in the standby mode.

Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

1

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

2

points to “Program”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

Ringer volume

1

Program

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1

=Yes

3

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow

4

points to “Set flash time”.

Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Yes key).

5

Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the

6

desired time is displayed.
Press FWD/EDIT (fl) (Save key).

7

≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).

≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH).
≥If you are connected via a PBX, a longer flash time may be necessary to use

PBX functions (transferring a call etc.). Consult your PBX supplier for the correct
setting.

Save DIRECT#

1

Set flash time

43

Flash time

:700ms

43

1

1

=Yes

=Save

Advanced Operation

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2

1

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If “Recharge battery” is displayed and/or “” flashes after being
fully charged, replace the battery with a new Panasonic P-P508 battery.
To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2.

Remove the cover by sliding

1

while pressing the arrow.
Replace the battery and close the

2

cover.
Make sure you charge the new

3

battery for about 6 hours in order
to display the battery strength
prompt correctly (p. 11).

Attention:

The product you have purchased is powered by a nickel
cadmium battery which is recyclable. At the end of its useful
life, under various state and local laws, it is illegal to dispose
of this battery into your municipal waste stream. Please call
1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

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Before Requesting Help

“

Problem

“No link to base.
Place on cradle and
try again.” is displayed

and an alarm tone sounds.

The unit does not work.

Static, sound cuts in/out,
fades. Interference from
other electrical units.

The handset does not ring.

Remedy

≥You are too far from the base unit. Move

closer and try again.

≥Place the handset on the base unit and

try again.

≥Plug in the AC adaptor.
≥Raise the base unit antenna.

≥Check the settings (p. 10–15).
≥Charge the battery fully (p. 11).
≥Clean the charge contacts and charge

again (p. 12).

≥Install the battery properly (p. 11, 48).
≥Place the handset on the base unit and

unplug the AC adaptor to reset. Plug in,
and try again.

≥Locate the handset and the base unit

away from other electrical appliances
(p. 3).

≥Move closer to the base unit.
≥Raise the base unit antenna.
≥Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) to select a

clearer channel.

≥The ringer volume is set to OFF. Set to

HIGH or LOW (p. 18).

≥If the line is connected to a low voltage

system such as a PBX, the unit may not
ring. Set the line mode to “B” (p. 15).

The handset display is
blank.

The handset display is still
blank after pressing (›),

(‹), BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT

(fl)

.

≥The handset is in the standby mode

(p. 12). Press (›), (‹), BACK (fi) or

FWD/EDIT (fl) to turn the display on.

≥Charge the battery fully (p. 11).

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“

Before Requesting Help

Problem

You cannot program items,
such as the dialing mode.

Previously programmed
information is erased.

You cannot store a name
and phone number in the
directory.

While programming or
searching, the unit starts to
ring and stops the program/
search.

Remedy

≥Programming is not possible while the

unit is in the talk mode or when viewing
the Caller List/directory list.

≥Do not pause for over 60 seconds while

programming.

≥Move closer to the base unit.
≥(›), (‹), BACK (fi) or FWD/EDIT (fl)

may have been pressed when you
picked up the handset. Press

(FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) and try again.

≥If a power failure occurs, programmed

information may be erased. Reprogram
if necessary.

≥You cannot store an item in the directory

while the unit is in the talk mode.

≥Do not pause for over 60 seconds while

storing.

≥To answer the call, press (TALK). Start

again from the beginning after hanging
up.

The unit does not display
the caller’s name and/or
phone number.

The display goes to the
standby mode while viewing
the Caller List.

When a second call is
received during a
conversation, the unit does
not display the new caller’s
name and/or phone number.

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≥Other telephone equipment may be

interfering with your phone. Disconnect
it and try again.

≥Other electrical appliances connected to

the same outlet may be interfering with
the Caller ID information.

≥Telephone line noise may be affecting

the Caller ID information.

≥Do not pause for over 60 seconds while

searching.

≥The line mode selection is incorrect. See

page 15.

Problem

Remedy

(HANDSET\LOCATOR) does

not function.

You cannot redial by
pressing (REDIAL/PAUSE).

“Recharge battery” is
displayed, “” flashes
or the unit beeps
intermittently.

You charged the battery
fully, but “Recharge
battery” is still displayed
and/or “” continues to
flash.

The IN USE/CHARGE
indicator light does not go
out while charging.

≥The handset is too far from the base unit.
≥The handset is engaged in an outside

call or is viewing the Caller List/directory
list. Wait until the IN USE/CHARGE
indicator light goes out.

≥If the last number dialed was more than

32 digits long, the number will not be
redialed correctly.

≥Access numbers entered after pressing

(TONE) will not be included when

redialing.

≥Charge the battery fully (p. 11).

≥Clean the charge contacts and charge

again (p. 12).

≥Install a new battery (p. 48).

≥This is normal.

You cannot have a
conversation using the
handset.

You cannot have a
conversation using the
headset.

If you cannot solve your
problem.

≥When an optional headset is connected

(p. 13), you must use the headset to talk
with the caller. To have a normal
cordless phone conversation, disconnect
the headset.

≥Make sure that an optional headset is

connected properly (p. 13).

≥Call our customer call center at

1-800-211-PANA(7262).

≥Panasonic’s e-mail address for customer

inquiries:
[e-mail]
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
ONLY

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Important Safety Instructions

When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.

11. Read and understand all instructions.

12. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.

13. Unplug this unit from AC outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or

aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

14. Do not use this unit near water, for example, near a bathtub,

washbowl, kitchen sink, or the like.

15. Place this unit securely on a stable surface. Serious damage and/or

injury may result if the unit falls.

16. Do not cover slots and openings on the unit. They are provided for

ventilation and protection against overheating. Never place the unit
near radiators, or in a place where proper ventilation is not provided.

17. Use only the power source marked on the unit. If you are not sure of

the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local
power company.

18. Do not place objects on the power cord. Install the unit where no one

can step or trip on the cord.

19. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords. This can result in

the risk of fire or electric shock.

10. Never push any objects through slots in this unit. This may result in
the risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill any liquid on the unit.

11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this unit.
Take the unit to an authorized servicenter when service is required.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages
or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when
the unit is subsequently used.

12. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an
authorized servicenter when the following conditions occur:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the unit.
C. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the unit does not work normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only controls covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment may require extensive work by

an authorized servicenter.
E. If the unit has been dropped or physically damaged.
F. If the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance.

13. During thunderstorms, avoid using telephones except cordless types.
There may be a remote risk of an electric shock from lightning.

14. Do not use this unit to report a gas leak, when in the vicinity of the
leak.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these
instructions.

1. Use only the battery(ies) specified.

2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may explode. Check
with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions.

3. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is
corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The
electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.

4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery to
conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery
and/or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

5. Charge the battery(ies) provided with or identified for use with this
product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations
specified in this manual.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR ANY TYPE OF MOISTURE.

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FCC and Other Information

If requested by the telephone company, inform them as follows:

FCC Registration No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (found on the bottom of the unit)

Ringer Equivalence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.1B

The particular telephone line to which the equipment is connected.
This unit must not be connected to a coin operated line.

If you are on a party line, check with your local telephone company.

Ringer Equivalence No. (REN):

The REN is useful in determining the quantity of devices you may connect to your
telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your telephone number
is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the REN’s of all devices connected
to one line should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices
you may connect to your line, as determined by the REN, you should contact your
local telephone company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area.

In the event terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company should notify the customer, if possible, that service may be stopped.

However, where prior notice is impractical, the company may temporarily cease
service providing that they:
(a) Promptly notify the customer.
(b) Give the customer an opportunity to correct the problem with their equipment.
(c) Inform the customer of the right to bring a complaint to the Federal

Communication Commission pursuant to procedures set out in FCC Rules and
Regulations Subpart E of Part 68.

The Telephone Company may make changes in its communications facilities,
equipment, operations or procedures, where such action is reasonably required in
the operation of its business and is not inconsistent with the rules and regulations
in FCC Part 68.

If such changes can be reasonably expected to render any customer terminal
equipment incompatible with telephone company communications facilities, or
require modification or alteration of such terminal equipment, or otherwise materially
affect its use or performance, the customer shall be given adequate notice in
writing, to allow the customer an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service.

When programming emergency numbers and/or making test calls to emergency
numbers:

1. Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call
before hanging up.

2. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning hours or
late evenings.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this phone.

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CAUTION:

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to

nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the
cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If
interference is experienced, move the cordless telephone further away from the
TV or VCR. This will often reduce, or eliminate, interference.

≥Environment—do not place the unit in a room where the temperature is less

than 5oC (41oF) or greater than 40oC (104oF). Allow 10 cm (4q) clearance around
the unit for proper ventilation. Avoid excessive smoke, dust, mechanical
vibration, shock, or direct sunlight.

≥Medical—consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as

pacemakers, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF
(radio frequency) energy. (The unit operates in the frequency range of 905MHz
to 925MHz and the power output level can range from 0.001 watts to 0.1 watts.)
Do not use the unit in health care facilities if any regulations posted in the area
instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using
equipment that could be sensitive to external RF (radio frequency) energy.

≥Routine care—wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner, or

any abrasive powder. When you leave the unit unused for a long period of time,
unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet.

≥If there is any trouble—disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect

a known working phone. If the known working phone operates properly, have
your unit repaired by one of the authorized Panasonic Factory Service Centers.
If the known working phone does not operate properly, consult your telephone
company.

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For product service

≥Panasonic Servicenters are listed in the servicenter directory.
≥Call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) for the location of an authorized

servicenter.

≥Panasonic’s e-mail address for customer inquiries:

[e-mail]
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico ONLY

When you ship the product

≥Carefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton.
≥Attach a letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton.

Symptom

≥Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately

insured.

≥Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

listed below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do
not repair consumer products.

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Sales Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

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