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Feature highlights
Phonebooks
This unit provides the handset phonebook (200 names and phone
numbers; page 18) and the shared phonebook (20 names and phone
numbers: KX-TCD220 only; page 21). These phonebooks allow you to
make calls without having to dial manually. For handset phonebook, you
can assign each handset phonebook entry to the desired category, and
search for handset phonebook entries by name or category.
Handset phonebook category
If you subscribe to Caller ID service, handset phonebook categories (page
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18) can help you identify who is calling by using different ringtones for
different categories of callers (page 35).
Audible call for shared phonebook (KX-TCD220 only)
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Audible call allows you to know who is calling without looking at the display.
If you record an audible call announcement for a shared phonebook entry
(page 21), the audible call recording will be announced when you receive
a call from that person.
Audible call is available only after subscribing to Caller ID service (page
35).
Feature highlights
Night mode
Night mode allows you to select a block of time during which the
handset/base unit will not ring, useful if you do not want to be disturbed, for
example, while sleeping.
Night mode can be set independently for the handset (page 26) and base
unit (page 31).
Digital answering system (KX-TCD220 only)
Digital answering system allows the unit to answer and record calls for you
when you are unavailable to answer the phone (page 45).
SMS (Short Message Service)
SMS allows you to send and receive text messages between other fixedline and mobile phones that support compatible SMS networks and
features. SMS features are available only after subscribing to Caller ID
and/or appropriate service (page 37).
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Feature highlights
Polyphonic ringtones for handset
You can change the ringtone heard when the handset rings for outside
calls and intercom calls. You can choose from 5 ringtones and 10 melody
tones (page 25).
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Accessory information
Sales and support information
Customer Care Centre
L For UK customers: 08700 100 076
L For Republic of Ireland customers: 01289 8333
L Visit our website for product information: www.panasonic.co.uk
L E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
L Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by
phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm. (Excluding public
holidays)
L Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at
www.panasonic.co.uk
L Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
L All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK
Ltd.
L It couldn’t be simpler!
L Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products,
take a browse on our website for further details.
Additional/replacement accessories
Model No.Description
P03P2 rechargeable nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries
KX-TCA121EAdditional Digital Cordless Handset
KX-A272DECT repeater
operation, place your base unit:
– Away from electrical appliances such as
TVs, radios, personal computers or
other phones.
– In a convenient, high and central
location.
Battery caution
L We recommend using the battery(ies)
noted on page 6. Use only rechargeable
battery(ies).
L Do not mix old and new batteries.
L Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire,
as they may explode. Check local waste
management codes for special disposal
instructions.
L Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte from the battery(ies)
is corrosive and may cause burns or injury
to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be
toxic if swallowed.
L Exercise care when handling the
battery(ies). Do not allow conductive
materials such as rings, bracelets or keys
to touch the battery(ies), otherwise a short
circuit may cause the battery(ies) and/or
the conductive material to overheat and
cause burns.
L Charge the battery(ies) in accordance
with the information provided in these
operating instructions.
L Only use the included base unit (or
charger) to charge the battery(ies). Do not
tamper with the base unit (or charger).
Failure to follow these instructions may
cause the battery(ies) to swell or explode.
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Controls and displays
Controls
Handset
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M {C/T} (Clear/Mute)
N Dial keypad
L The icons printed below the dial keys
shown in the illustration (g, d, ■ etc.)
are found on the KX-TCD220 only.
These icons indicate answering
system operations.
O {INT} (Intercom)
P Microphone
Note:
L Up to 3 menu items can be displayed at a
time. To select a menu item not shown on
the current page, scroll up or down by
pressing the navigator key, {e} or {v},
respectively.
Base unit
A
A Speaker
B Charge contact
C {j/OK} (Menu/OK)
D {k} (Phonebook)
E {C} (Talk)
F Navigator key
L {e}{v}: To search for the desired
item in menus.
L{>}: To select the desired item or
move the cursor to the right.
L{<}: To return to the previous screen
or move the cursor to the left.
G {s} (Speakerphone)
H {R} (Recall)
I Receiver
J Display
K {R} (Redial/Pause)
L {ih} (Off/Power)
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Preparation
ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight
of the adaptor may cause it to become
disconnected.
L The unit will not work during a power
failure. We therefore recommend you also
connect a standard telephone to the same
telephone line using a T-adaptor. Your
Panasonic sales shop can offer you more
information about connection possibilities.
Battery installation
1 Insert the batteries negative (T)
terminal first.
2 Close the handset cover.
Note:
L Use only rechargeable batteries (page 7).
When charging, the battery icon is shown as
follows.
When the batteries are fully charged, 5
remains on the display.
*The pictured model is KX-TCD210.
Note:
L It is normal for the handset to feel warm
during charging.
L It takes 7 hours to fully charge the
batteries, however, you can use the
handset before the batteries are fully
charged.
L Clean the charge contacts (page 9) of the
handset and base unit with a soft, dry
cloth once a month, otherwise the
batteries may not charge properly. Clean
more often if the unit is exposed to grease,
dust or high humidity.
Battery charge
Place the handset on the base unit for
about 7 hours before initial use.
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Making/Answering Calls
Making calls
1 Lift the handset and dial the phone
number.
L To correct a digit, press {C/T}, then
enter the correct number.
2 Press {C}.
3 When finished talking, press {ih} or
place the handset on the base unit.
Speakerphone
The handset features a digital
speakerphone, which allows you to have
hands-free conversations.
1 During a conversation, press {s} to turn
on the speakerphone.
L Speak alternately with the caller.
2 When finished talking, press {ih} or
place the handset on the base unit.
Note:
L For best performance, please note the
following:
– Use the speakerphone in a quiet
environment.
– If you or the other party have difficulty
hearing each other, press {e} or {v}
repeatedly to adjust the speaker volume
as necessary.
L To switch back to the receiver, press
{C}.
To adjust the receiver or speaker volume
Press {e} or {v} while talking. 4 volume
levels are available for the receiver. 6 levels
are available for the speaker.
Redial feature
Previously dialled phone numbers (each 24
digits max.) can be redialled.
To redial the last number dialled
Press {R}, then press {C} or {s}.
L If {s} is pressed, the unit will redial
automatically if the other party’s line is
engaged.
Note:
L You can also press {C} or {s} before
pressing {R}.
To make a call using the redial list
The last 10 phone numbers dialled are
stored in the redial list.
1 Press {R}.
L The last number dialled will be
displayed.
2 Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to select
the desired number.
L To exit the list, press {ih}.
3 Press {C} or {s}.
L If {s} is pressed, the unit will redial
automatically if the other party’s line is
engaged.
To redial automatically
If you press {s} when redialling and the
other party’s line is engaged, the unit will
redial the phone number again
automatically. The unit will redial up to 11
times. While the handset is waiting to redial,
{s} will flash. While the handset is
redialling, mute is automatically turned on.
Note:
L Automatic redial is cancelled when any
button (except {R}) is pressed.
L If mute does not turn off after the line is
connected, press {C/T}.
To edit a number in the redial list before
calling it
1 Press {R}.
2 Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to select
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4 Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor,
then edit the number.
L Place the cursor on the number you
wish to erase, then press {C/T}.
L Place the cursor to the right of where
you want to insert a number, then
press the appropriate dial key.
5 Press {C} or {s}.
To erase numbers in the redial list
1 Press {R}.
2 Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to select
the desired number, then press
{j/OK}.
3 Select “Erase”, then press {>}.
L If you want to erase all numbers in the
list, select “Erase All”, then press {>}.
4 Select “Yes”, then press {>}.
5 Press {ih}.
To store a number from the redial list into
the handset phonebook
1 Press {R}.
2 Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to select
the desired number, then press
{j/OK}.
3 Select “Add Phonebook”, then press
{>}.
4 Enter a name (16 characters max.; see
page 57 for character entry), then press
{j/OK}.
5 Edit the phone number if necessary,
then press {j/OK}.
6 Select the desired category (page 18),
then press {>}.
7 Select “Save”, then press {>}.
8 Press {ih}.
Other features
Voice enhancer
You can change the tone quality of the
receiver while you are on a call. 3 settings
are available.
1 Press {j/OK} during a call.
L For KX-TCD 220 users, select “Voice
Enhancer”, then press {>}.
2 Select the desired setting, then press
{>}.
Note:
L If you select “High Tone” or “Low
Tone”, “[VE]” is displayed.
Mute
You can mute your voice during a
conversation. While mute is turned on, you
will be able to hear the other party, but the
other party will not be able to hear you.
1 To mute your voice, press {C/T}.
2 To return to the conversation, press
{C/T} again.
Key lock
The handset can be locked so that no calls
or settings can be made. Incoming calls can
be answered, but all other functions are
disabled while key lock is on.
To turn key lock on, press {j/OK} for about
2 seconds.
L “[X]” is displayed.
L To turn key lock off, press {j/OK} for
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Call waiting - {R} button
If a second call is received while in
conversation with the first caller, a beep tone
will be heard. Press {R} button to switch
between callers.
This service requires a subscription, consult
your service provider for details.
Note:
L If your unit is connected to a PBX (private
branch exchange), pressing {R} can allow
you to access certain features of your host
PBX such as transferring an extension
call. Consult your PBX dealer for details.
L You can change the recall time (page 32).
Pause button (for PBX/long distance
service users)
A pause is sometimes required when
making calls using a PBX or long distance
service.
Example: If you have to dial {0} before
dialling outside numbers manually, you will
probably pause after dialling {0} until you
hear a dial tone.
1 Press {0}.
2 Press {R}.
3 Dial the phone number, then press {C}
or {s}.
Note:
L Pressing {R} 1 time creates 1 pause.
Press {R} repeatedly to create longer
pauses. To change pause length, see
page 32.
Recording a telephone conversation
(KX-TCD220 only)
You can record your conversation while on
an outside call.
Important:
L Before recording a conversation, you
should inform the other party that the
conversation will be recorded.
1 Press {j/OK} during a conversation.
2 Select “Record Call”, then press
{>}.
L A beep is heard and recording starts.
L A beep sounds every 15 seconds and
can be heard by the other party, but is
not recorded.
3 To stop recording, press {j/OK}.
Note:
L Recorded conversations are treated as
new messages.
L To listen to the recorded conversation, see
page 46.
L If message memory becomes full,
“Memory Full” is displayed and
recording stops. Erase unnecessary
messages (page 46).
L While recording a conversation, you
cannot change the tone quality of the
handset.
Answering calls
1 Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}
when the unit rings.
L You can also answer a call by pressing
any dial key from {0} to {9}, {*}, {#},
or {INT}. (Any key answer feature)
2 When finished talking, press {ih} or
place the handset on the base unit.
Auto talk feature
You can answer calls simply by lifting the
handset off the base unit. You do not need to
press {C}. To turn this feature on, see
page 28.
To adjust the ringer volume when an
outside call comes in
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Phonebooks
Handset phonebook
The handset phonebook allows you to make
calls without having to dial manually. You
can add 200 names and phone numbers to
the handset phonebook, assign each
handset phonebook entry to the desired
category, and search for handset
phonebook entries by name or category.
Adding entries to the handset
phonebook
Press {k}, then press {j/OK}.
1
2 Select “New Entry”, then press {>}.
3 Enter the party’s name (16 characters
max.; see page 57 for character entry),
then press {j/OK}.
4 Enter the party’s phone number (24
digits max.), then press {j/OK}.
5 Select the desired category for the entry,
then press {>}.
6 Select “Save”, then press {>}.
7 Press {ih}.
Note:
L If there is no space to store new entries,
“Memory Full” will be displayed. Erase
unnecessary entries (page 19).
To edit/correct a mistake
Press {<} or {>} to place the cursor on the
number or character you wish to erase, then
press {C/T}. Place the cursor to the right of
where you want to insert a number or
character, then press the appropriate dial
key.
Note:
L Press and hold {C/T} to erase all
numbers or characters.
Categories
Categories can help you find entries in the
handset phonebook quickly and easily.
When adding an entry to the handset
phonebook you can assign it to the desired
category. You can change the names of
categories assigned for handset phonebook
entries (“Friends”, “Family”, etc.) and then
search for handset phonebook entries by
category. Additional category features are
available for Caller ID subscribers (page
35).
Changing category names
1 Press {k}, then press {j/OK}.
2 Select “Category”, then press {>}.
3 Select the category you want to change
the name of, then press {>}.
4 Select “Category Name”, then press
{>}.
5 Edit the name (10 characters max.; see
page 57 for character entry), then press
{j/OK}.
6 Press {ih}.
Finding and calling a handset
phonebook entry
Handset phonebook entries can be
searched for by first character, by category,
or by scrolling through all handset
phonebook entries.
Once you have found the desired entry,
press {C} or {s} to dial the phone number.
Scrolling through all entries
1 Press {k}.
2 Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to display
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3 Press {e} or {v} to select the desired
dial key number, then press {>}.
L When the dial key is already used as a
one touch dial key, “@” is displayed
next to the dial key number. If you
select this dial key, “Overwrite” is
displayed. You can overwrite the
previous assignment if necessary.
L If you do not wish to overwrite, select
“Go Back”.
4 Select “Save”, then press {>}.
5 Press {ih}.
Making a call using a one touch dial key
1 Press and hold the desired one touch
dial key ({1} to {9}).
L You can view other one touch dial
assignments by pressing {e} or {v}.
2 Press {C} or {s}.
Erasing a one touch dial assignment
1 Press and hold the desired one touch
dial key ({1} to {9}).
2 Press {j/OK}, then press {>}.
3 Select “Yes”, then press {>}.
Note:
L Only the one touch dial assignment is
erased. The corresponding handset
phonebook entry is not erased.
L To search by first character (index
search), see page 18. To search by
category, see page 19.
3 Press {>} to dial the number.
Chain dial
This feature allows you to dial phone
numbers in the handset phonebook while
you are on a call. This feature can be used,
for example, to dial a calling card access
number or bank account PIN that you have
stored in the handset phonebook, without
having to dial manually.
1 While on a call, press {k}.
2 Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to select
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Shared phonebook (KXTCD220 only)
The shared phonebook allows you to make
calls without having to dial manually. Any
handset registered to the same base unit
can use the shared phonebook. You can
add 20 names and phone numbers to the
shared phonebook and search for shared
phonebook entries by name. If you
subscribe to Caller ID service, you can use
the shared phonebook’s audible call feature
(page 35).
Adding entries to the shared
phonebook
Press {k} 2 times.
1
2 Press {j/OK}.
3 Select “New Entry”, then press {>}.
4 Enter the party’s name (16 characters
max.; see page 57 for character entry),
then press {j/OK}.
5 Enter the party’s phone number (24
digits max.), then press {j/OK}.
6 To record an audible call announcement,
select “Start Recording”, then
press {>}, otherwise select “Skip Recording”, press {>}, then go to
step 9.
L Audible call (page 35) is useful for
Caller ID subscribers only.
L If “Memory Full” is displayed, erase
any unnecessary answering system
messages (page 46).
7 When “Recording” is displayed, speak
into the microphone.
L Maximum recording time is 10
seconds.
L Hold the handset about 20 cm away
and speak clearly into the microphone.
Phonebooks
8 To end recording, select “Stop”, then
press {>}.
L The recording is played back.
9 Select “Save”, then press {>}.
10 Press {ih}.
Note:
L “Error” is displayed if the recording is
less than 1 second long. Repeat step 6.
L If there is no space to store new entries,
“Memory Full” will be displayed. Erase
unnecessary entries (page 22).
To edit/correct a mistake
Press {<} or {>} to place the cursor on the
number or character you wish to erase, then
press {C/T}. Place the cursor to the right of
where you want to insert a number or
character, then press the appropriate dial
key.
Note:
L Press and hold {C/T} to erase all
numbers or characters.
Finding and calling a shared
phonebook entry
Shared phonebook entries can be searched
for by first character or by scrolling through
all shared phonebook entries.
Once you have found the desired entry,
press {C} or {s} to dial the phone number.
Scrolling through all entries
1 Press {k} 2 times.
2 Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to display