Panasonic KX-TG1611E Operation Manual

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Before initial use, see “Getting Started” on page 10.

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Operating Instructions

Model No. KX-TG1611E

KX-TG1612E KX-TG1613E KX-TG1614E

KX-TG1711E KX-TG1712E KX-TG1713E KX-TG1714E

Digital Cordless Phone

Model shown is KX-TG1611.

Model shown is KX-TG1711.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Model composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Important Information

For your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Other information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Getting Started

Setting up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Note when setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Turning the power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Making/Answering Calls

Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Useful features during a call . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Phonebook

Handset phonebook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Programming

Programmable settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Special programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Caller ID Service

Using Caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Voice Mail Service

Voice mail service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Intercom/Locator

Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Handset locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Transferring calls, conference calls . . . . . . 24

Useful Information

Character entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Wall mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Conditions of guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Index

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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Introduction

Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0844 844 3898 Ireland 01289 8333

Model composition

L The Intercom feature is only available for KX-TG1612, KX-TG1613, KX-TG1614 , KX-TG1712,

KX-TG1713, and KX-TG1714.

L The suffix (E) in the following model numbers will be omitted in these instructions:

KX-TG1611E/KX-TG1612E/KX-TG1613E/KX-TG1614E/KX-TG1711E/KX-TG1712E/ KX-TG1713E/KX-TG1714E

Series Model No.

Base unit Handset

Part No. Part No. Quantity

KX-TG1611 series

KX-TG1611 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 1

KX-TG1612 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 2

KX-TG1613 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 3

KX-TG1614 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 4

KX-TG1711 series

KX-TG1711 KX-TG1711 KX-TGA171 1

KX-TG1712 KX-TG1711 KX-TGA171 2

KX-TG1713 KX-TG1711 KX-TGA171 3

KX-TG1714 KX-TG1711 KX-TGA171 4

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Introduction

Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0844 844 3898 Ireland 01289 8333

Accessory information

Supplied accessories

*1 See page 4 for replacement battery information. *2 The handset cover comes attached to the handset. *3 PNLC1023ZH: Charcoal grey, PNLC1023ZB: Piano black

Additional/replacement accessories

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.

*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries.

Sales and support information

Customer Communication Centre

L For customers within the U.K.: 0844 844 3898 L For customers within Ireland: 01289 8333 L Visit our website for product information: www.panasonic.co.uk L E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk

No.

Accessory item/ Part number

Quantity

KX-TG1611 KX-TG1711

KX-TG1612 KX-TG1712

KX-TG1613 KX-TG1713

KX-TG1614 KX-TG1714

1 AC adaptor/

PNLV226EZ

1234

2 Telephone line

cord/PNJA1037Z (for U.K.)

1111

3 Rechargeable

batteries

2468

4 Handset cover

1234

5 Charger

—1 2 3

12345

Accessory item Model number

Rechargeable batteries

HHR-4NGE (P03P) or HHR-4MRE (P03I)

Battery type: – Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) – 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset

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Introduction

Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0844 844 3898 Ireland 01289 8333

Direct Sales at Panasonic U.K.

L Order accessory and cons umable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning

our Customer Communication Centre Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Friday 9:30am 5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).

L Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at

www.pas-europe.com

L Most major credit and debit cards accepted. L All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic U.K. 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.

General information

L This equipment is designed for use on the U.K. and Ireland analogue telephone network. L In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.

Declaration of Conformity:

L Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. declares that this equipment is in compliance with the

essential requirements and o ther relevant provisions of Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive 1999/5/EC.

Declarations of Conformit y for the relevant Panasonic products described in this manual are available for download by visiting: http://www.doc.panasonic.de

Contact to Authorised Representative:

Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

For your future reference

We recommend keeping a record of the following information to assist with any repair under warranty.

Serial No. Date of purchase

(found on the bottom of the base unit)

Name and address of dealer

Attach your purchase receipt here.

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Important Information

Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0844 844 3898 Ireland 01289 8333

For your safety

To prevent severe injury and loss of life/ property, read this section carefully before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of your product.

WARNING

Power connection

L Use only the power source marked on the

product.

L Do not overload power outlets and

extension cords. This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

L Completely insert the AC adaptor/power

plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a fire.

L Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the

AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from the power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an insulation defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.

L Unplug the product from power outlets if it

emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped emit ting and contact an authorised service centre.

L Unplug from power outlets and never touch

the inside of the product if its casing has been broken open.

L Never touch the plug with wet hands.

Danger of electric shock exists.

Installation

L To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock,

do not expose the product to rain or any type of moisture.

L Do not place or use this product near

automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.

L Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone

line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or placed under heavy objects.

Operating safeguards

L Unplug the product from power outlets

before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

L Do not disassemble the product. L Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers,

etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or allow it to become wet at all. This may cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug becomes wet, immediately pull it from the telephone wall jack, and do not use.

Medical

L Consult the manufacturer of any personal

medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy. (The product operates in the frequency range of 1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz, and the RF transmission power is 250 mW (max.).)

L Do not use the product 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 energy.

CAUTION

Installation and location

L Never install telephone wiring during an

electrical storm.

L Never install telephone line jacks in wet

locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

L Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or

terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

L Use caution when installing or modifying

telephone lines.

L The AC adaptor is used as the main

disconnect device. Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible.

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Important Information

Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0844 844 3898 Ireland 01289 8333

L This product is unable to make calls when:

– the handset batt eries need recharging or

have failed.

– there is a power failure.

Battery

L We recommend using the batteries noted

on page 4. USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-

MH batteries AAA (R03) size.

L Do not mix old and new batteries. 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 is toxic and may be harmful 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 provided with or

identified for use with this product only, in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.

L Only use a compatible base unit (or

charger) to charge the batteries. Do not tamper with the base unit (or charger). Failure to follow these instructions may cause the batteries to swell or explode.

Important safety instructions

When using your product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

1. Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for po ssible special disposal instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For best performance

Base unit location/avoiding noise

The base unit and other compatible Panasonic units use radio waves to communicate with each other.

L For maximum coverage and noise-free

communications, place your base unit: – at a convenient, high, and central

location with no obstructions between the handset and base unit in an indoor environment.

– away from electr onic appliances such as

TVs, radios, personal computers, wireless devices, or other phones.

– facing away from radio frequency

transmitters, such as external antennas of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid putting the base unit on a bay window or near a window.)

L Coverage and voice quality depends on the

local environmental conditions.

L If the reception fo r a base unit location is not

satisfactory, move the base unit to another location for better reception.

Environment

L Keep the product away from electrical noise

generating devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.

L The product should be kept free from

excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.

L The product should not be exposed to direct

sunlight.

L Do not place heavy objects on top of the

product.

L When you leave the product unused for a

long period of time, u nplug the product from the power outlet.

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Important Information

Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0844 844 3898 Ireland 01289 8333

L The product should be kept a way from heat

sources such as radiators, cookers, etc. It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 0 °C or greater than 40 °C. Damp basements should also be avoided.

L The maximum calling distance may be

shortened when the product is used in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, underground, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.

L Operating the product near electrical

appliances may cause interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.

Routine care

L Wipe the outer surface of the product

with a soft moist cloth.

L Do not use benzine, thinner, or any

abrasive powder.

Other information

Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return

L This product can store your private/

confidential information. To protect your privacy/confidentiality, we recommend t hat you erase information such as phonebook or caller list entries from the memory before you dispose of, transfer, or return the product.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols (1, 2, 3) on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents

mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used ba tteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could other wise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

These symbols (1, 2, 3) are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol

This symbol (2) might be used in combin ation with a chemical symbol (3). In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

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Important Information

Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0844 844 3898 Ireland 01289 8333

Specifications

■ Stand ard:

DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications)

■ Frequency range:

1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz

■ RF transmission power:

Approx. 10 mW (average power per channel)

■ Power source:

220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

■ Power consumption: Base unit:

Standby: Approx. 0.6 W Maximum: Approx. 3.3 W

Charger:

Standby: Approx. 0.1 W Maximum: Approx. 2.2 W

■ Operating conditions:

0 °C – 40 °C, 20 % – 80 % relative air humidity (dry)

Note:

L Design and specifications are subject to

change without notice.

L The illustrations in these instructions may

vary slightly from the actual product.

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Getting Started

Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0844 844 3898 Ireland 01289 8333

Setting up

Connections

L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC

adaptor PNLV226E.

L When mounting the unit on a wall, see page

31.

■ Base unit (KX-TG1611/KX-TG1612/ KX-TG1613/KX-TG161 4)

Important:

L First plug in the supplied telephone line

cord and then plug in the AC adaptor cord.

*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL service.

■ Base unit (KX-TG1711/KX-TG1712/ KX-TG1713/KX-TG1714)

*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL service.

■ Charger

(220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)

To telephone line

(DSL/ADSL filter*)

Press plug firmly.

Use only the supplied telephone line cord.

Hook

Correct Wrong

“Click”

(220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)

Hooks

To telephone line

(DSL/ADSL filter*)

“Click”

Press plug firmly.

Correct Wrong

Use only the supplied telephone line cord.

(220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)

Hooks

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Getting Started

Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0844 844 3898 Ireland 01289 8333

Battery installation

L USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03)

size.

L Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd

batteries.

L Confirm correct polarities (S, T).

Battery charging

Charge for about 7 hours.

Note when setting up

Note for connections

L The AC adaptor must remain connected at

all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.)

L The AC adaptor should be connected to a

vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.

During a power failure

The unit will not work during a power failure. We recommend connecting a corded-type telephone (without AC adaptor) to the same telephone line or to the same telephone line jack using a T-adaptor. Your Panasonic sales shop can offer you more information about connection possibilities.

Note for battery installation

L Use the supplied rechargeable batteries.

For replacement, we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 4, 7.

L Wipe the battery ends (S, T) with a dry

cloth.

L Avoid touching the battery ends

(S, T) or the unit contacts.

Note for battery charging

L It is normal for the handset to feel warm

during charging.

L Clean the charge contacts of the handset,

base unit, and charger with a soft and dry cloth once a month. Before cleaning the unit, disconnect from power outlets and any telephone line cords. Clean more often if the unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high humidity.

Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY

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