Panasonic KX-TCD440NZ User Manual
Operating Instructions
Digital Cordless Phone
Model No. KX-TCD440NZ
Digital Cordless Answering System
Model No. KX-TCD445NZ
This unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller’s phone
number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service.
Charge the batteries for about 7 hours before initial use.
Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save them for
future reference.
Table of Contents
Preparation
Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Location of controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Battery installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Battery replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Turning the power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Setting the time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Wall mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Telephone
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Hot key (quick dial). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Caller ID service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Useful Telephone Settings
Guide to handset settings . . . . . . . . . . .17
Handset settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Guide to base unit settings. . . . . . . . . . .22
Base unit settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Answering System Features
(KX-TCD445 only)
Answering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Turning the answering system on/off . . .25
Greeting message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Listening to messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Recording a voice memo . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Memory capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Remote operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Guide to answering system settings . . .28
Useful Information
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Technical information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Index
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Multi-unit Operation
Operating additional units . . . . . . . . . . .30
Registering a handset to a base unit . . . 30
Setting all or selected handsets to ring .32
Intercom between handsets. . . . . . . . . .33
Transferring calls between handsets/
Conference call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
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Preparation
Accessory information
Thank you for purchasing a new Panasonic digital cordless phone.
Dear Purchaser,
You have acquired a product made in compliance with the digital enhanced cordless
telecommunications (DECT) standard. DECT technology is characterized by high-security
protection against interceptions as well as high-quality digital transmission. This telephone
was designed for a wide range of applications.
Included accessories
AC adaptor
PQLV19AL
Battery cover Operating instructions Quick guide
Telephone line cord Rechargeable batteries
(AAA size)
HHR-4EPT/BA2
(HHR-4EPT)
Additional/replacement accessories
Model No. Description
HHR-4EPT 2 rechargeable nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries
P-4NPT 2 rechargeable nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries
KX-A144AZ Additional handset
General Warning:
The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has
accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It
indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with
another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that
any product is compatible with all of Telecom’s network services.
Important Notice:
Under power failure conditions, this telephone may not operate. Please ensure that a
separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is available for emergency use.
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Important information
General
L Use only the power supply included with
this product, noted on page 3.
L Do not connect the AC adaptor to any AC
outlet other than a standard 220–240 V
AC outlet.
L This product is unable to make calls when:
− The portable handset batteries need
recharging or have failed.
− There is a power failure.
− The key lock feature is turned on.
− The call bar feature is turned on (only
numbers stored as emergency numbers
can be called).
L Do not open the base unit or handset
(other than to change the batteries).
L This product should not be used near
emergency/intensive care medical
equipment and should not be used by
people with pacemakers.
L Care should be taken that objects do not
fall onto, and liquids are not spilled into,
the unit. Do not subject this product to
excessive smoke, dust, mechanical
vibration or shock.
Environment
L Do not use this product near water.
L This product should be kept away from
heat sources such as radiators, cookers,
etc. It should also not be placed in rooms
where the temperature is less than 5 °C or
greater than 40 °C.
L The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is located/installed near the unit and
is easily accessible.
Warning:
L To prevent the risk of electrical shock, do
not expose this product to rain or any
other type of moisture.
Location
For maximum distance and noise-free
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 batteries, noted
on page 3. Use only rechargeable
batteries.
L Do not mix old and new batteries.
L Do not dispose of batteries in a fire, as
they may explode. Check local waste
management codes for special disposal
instructions.
L Do not open or mutilate the batteries.
Released electrolyte from the batteries 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
batteries. Do not allow conductive
materials such as rings, bracelets or keys
to touch the batteries, otherwise a short
circuit may cause the batteries and/or the
conductive material to overheat and
cause burns.
L Charge the batteries in accordance with
the information provided in these
operating instructions.
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Location of controls
Handset
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A Speaker
B {k} (Phonebook)
C {C} (Talk)
D Navigator
L{e}{v}: To search for the desired
item in the setting menu, caller
information or phonebook.
L{>}: To select the desired item or
move the cursor to the right.
L{<}: To go back to the previous
display or move the cursor to the left.
E {s} (Speakerphone)
F Dial keypad
LThe icons printed below the dial keys
shown in the illustration above (g, d,
N etc.) are found on the KX-TCD445
only. These icons indicate answering
system operations.
G Charge contacts
H {R} (Recall)
C
21
2
1
5
5
4
ALL
4
8
8
N
O
7
7
0
0
F
F
O
INT
INT
R
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I Receiver
J Display
K {R} (Redial/Pause)
L {j} (Menu/OK)
M {ih} (Off/Power)
I
J
K
L
M
/
N
3
3
6
6
9
9
O
G
P
N {C/T} (Clear/Mute)
O {INT} (Intercom)
P Microphone
Display descriptions
Icons Meaning
w Within range of base unit
0w4
x
Out of range, no registration
or no power on base unit
Paging, intercom mode or
accessing base unit
k Making or answering a call
C Phonebook mode
l Setting mode
+ For call minder (page 15)
7 Battery strength is low
5 Battery strength is high
r
Answering system is on
(KX-TCD445 only) (page 25)
Call bar is on (page 20)
Direct call is on (page 20)
Key lock is on (page 11)
Ringer volume is off
(page 18)
Displayed when you press
{#}
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Base unit
A
LIN
E
B
A Charge contacts
B {x} (Page)
Connections
Hooks
LINE
To telephone
network
(220–240 V,
50 Hz)
Note:
L If the handset is not charged, you cannot
make or answer calls.
L Never install telephone wiring during a
lightning storm.
L The AC adaptor must remain connected
at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to
feel warm during use.)
L Use only the AC adaptor, noted on page
3.
Battery installation
1 Insert the batteries negative (−) terminal
first.
2 Close the battery cover.
Note:
L Use only rechargeable batteries (page 3).
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Battery charge
Place the handset on the base unit for
about 7 hours before initial use.
Note:
L Clean the charge contacts 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 strength
When charging, the battery icon is shown as
follows.
Battery life
After your Panasonic batteries are fully
charged, you can expect the following
performance:
Ni-MH batteries (typical 700 mAh)
Operation Operating time
While in use (talking) 10 hours max.
While not in use
(standby)
Ni-Cd batteries (typical 250 mAh)
Operation Operating time
While in use (talking) 4 hours max.
While not in use
(standby)
Note:
L The included batteries are Ni-MH
batteries.
L Battery operating time may be shortened
depending on usage conditions and
ambient temperature.
200 hours max.
60 hours max.
L When the batteries are fully charged,
054 flashes.
Battery icons Battery strength
5 High
6 Medium
7 Low
074 Needs to be charged
Note:
L If the handset is turned off, it will be turned
on automatically when it is placed on the
base unit.
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Battery replacement
If 074 flashes even when the handset
batteries have been fully charged, both
batteries must be replaced.
Important:
L Please use only the Panasonic batteries,
noted on page 3.
L Use only rechargeable batteries. If you
install non-rechargeable batteries and
start charging, the batteries may leak
electrolyte.
L Do not mix old and new batteries.
L Use only 2 nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
batteries or 2 nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd)
batteries. Do not mix battery types.
L Ensure that the correct battery type is
selected (page 21).
1 Press the notch on the cover firmly and
slide it in the direction of the arrow.
Turning the power on/off
Power on
Press {ih} for about 1 second.
L The display will change to the standby
mode.
Power off
Press {ih} for about 2 seconds.
L The display will go blank.
2 Remove the batteries positive (+)
terminal first. Replace both batteries. See
the battery installation on page 6.
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Hook
Setting the time and date
Important:
L Confirm that the AC adaptor is connected.
L Ensure that w is not flashing.
1 Press {j}.
2 Press {v} repeatedly to display
“SETTING BS”, then press {>}.
3 Press {*}.
4 Enter the current hour and minute by
selecting 2 digits for each (24-hour time
entry).
Example: 15:15
Press {1}{5} {1}{5}.
L If you make a mistake, press {C/T}.
Digits will be cleared from the right.
5 Press {>}.
L “SETTING BS” will be displayed.
6 Press {>}, then press {*} 2 times.
7 Enter the current day, month and year by
selecting 2 digits for each.
Example: 17 May, 2004
Press {1}{7} {0}{5} {0}{4}.
L If you make a mistake, press {C/T}.
Digits will be cleared from the right.
8 Press {>}.
L “SETTING BS” will be displayed.
9 Press {ih}.
Note:
L If a power failure occurs, set the time and
date again.
Wall mounting
8 cm
Hooks
Note:
L Make sure the screws are securely
fastened to the wall.
L Use the following wall template to position
the screws before drilling.
Screws
8 cm
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Telephone
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. Press {s} to turn
on the speakerphone during a conversation.
Press {C} to switch back to the receiver.
L For best performance, please note the
following:
− Use the speakerphone in a quiet
environment.
− Speak alternately with the caller.
− If you or the other party have difficulty
hearing each other, press {e} or {v}
repeatedly to adjust the speaker volume
as necessary.
To adjust the receiver or speaker volume
Press {e} or {v} while talking.
3 levels are available for the receiver.
6 levels are available for the speaker.
Redial feature
To redial the last number dialled
Press {R}, then press {C} or {s}.
To redial automatically
Redial by pressing {s} then {R} if you
want the unit to redial the phone number
again automatically if the other party’s line is
engaged. The unit will redial up to 10 times.
While the unit is waiting to redial, {s} will
flash and mute is automatically turned on.
Note:
L Automatic redial is cancelled when the
navigator or any button is pressed.
L If mute does not turn off after the line is
connected, press {C/T}.
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 {v} repeatedly to select the
number.
L To exit the list, press {ih}.
3 Press {C} or {s}.
To edit a number in the redial list before
calling it
1 Press {R}.
2 Press {v} repeatedly to select the
number, then press {>}.
3 Press {v} repeatedly to display “EDIT
CALL NO”, then press {>}.
L The first digit of the number will flash.
4 Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to
the right of where you want to edit the
number.
5 Edit the number.
L To erase a digit, press {C/T}.
6 Press {C} or {s}.
To erase numbers in the redial list
1 Press {R}.
2 Press {v} repeatedly to select the
number, then press {>}.
3 Press {v} repeatedly to display
“CLEAR”, then press {>}.
L If you want to erase all numbers in the
list, select “ALL CLEAR”.
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Telephone
4 Press {v} repeatedly to display “YES”,
then press {>}.
L To erase other numbers, repeat from
step 2.
5 Press {ih}.
To store a number from the redial list into
the phonebook
1 Press {R}.
2 Press {v} repeatedly to select the
number, then press {>}.
3 Press {v} repeatedly to display “SAVE
TEL NO”, then press {>}.
4 Press {j}.
5 Enter the name (9 characters max.; see
the character table on page 13).
6 Press {j}.
Other features
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.
To mute your voice, press {C/T}. To return
to the conversation, press {C/T} again.
L While mute is turned on, k flashes.
Key lock
The dial keys can be locked so that no calls
can be made. Only incoming calls will be
accepted while key lock is on.
To turn on key lock, press {j} for about 2
seconds.
L A beep will sound and the following will be
displayed.
To turn off key lock, press {j} for about 2
seconds.
Note:
L Emergency calls cannot be made until key
lock is turned off.
L Key lock is turned off when the handset is
turned off.
R button (to use the recall feature)
{R} is used to access optional telephone
services. Contact your service provider for
details.
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.
Call waiting
Call waiting is a service offered by your
service provider whereby a second caller
can be answered while online with the first
caller. To answer the second caller, press
{R}. To return to the first caller, press {R}
again. Please consult your service provider
for details of this service.
Pause button (for PBX line/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}.
L “P” will be displayed.
3 Dial the phone number.
4 Press {C} or {s}.
Note:
L Pressing {R} once creates one pause.
Press {R} repeatedly to create longer
pauses. To change pause length, see
page 23.
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Recording a telephone conversation
(KX-TCD445 only)
You can record your conversation while on
an outside call.
Important:
L All persons using this device for recording
telephone conversations shall comply
with New Zealand law. This requires that
at least one party to the conversation is to
be aware that it is being recorded. In
addition, the principles enumerated in the
Privacy Act 1993 shall be complied with in
respect to the nature of the personal
information collected, the purpose for its
collection, how it is used and what is
disclosed to any other party.
1 Press {j} during a conversation.
2 Press {#}.
L “RECORDING” is displayed 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}, then press
{#}.
Note:
L Recorded conversations are treated as
new messages.
L To listen to the recorded conversation,
see page 26.
L If message memory becomes full, r
flashes rapidly, and recording stops.
Erase unnecessary messages (page 26).
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 talk 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 21.
To turn the handset ringer off temporarily
When an outside call comes in, press and
hold {v} for about 1 second.
Note:
L This feature will not work for intercom calls
or when the handset is on the base unit.
Handset locator
Using this feature, you can locate the
handset if it has been misplaced.
1 Press {x} on the left side of the base
unit.
L The base unit will page the handset for
about 1 minute.
2 To stop paging, press {x} on the base
unit or press {C} on the handset.
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