Panasonic KX-TG1611SA, KX-TG1613SA User Manual
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Operating Instructions
Model No. KX-TG1611SA
Digital Cordless Phone
KX-TG1613SA
Model shown is KX-TG1611.
Before initial use, see “Getting Started”
on page 7.
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for
future reference.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate service
offered by your service provider/telephone company.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Model composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important Information
For your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Other information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Getting Started
Setting up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Note when setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Turning the power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Useful features during a call . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Phonebook
Handset phonebook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Programming
Programmable settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Special programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Voice Mail Service
Voice mail service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Intercom/Locator
Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Handset locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Transferring calls, conference calls . . . . . . 21
Useful Information
Character entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Wall mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Index
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Introduction
Model composition
Series Model No.
KX-TG1611
series
L The Intercom feature is only available for KX-TG1613.
L The suffix (SA) in the following model numbers will be omitted in these instructions:
KX-TG1611SA/KX-TG1613SA
KX-TG1611 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 1
KX-TG1613 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 3
Base unit Handset
Part No. Part No. Quantity
Accessory information
Supplied accessories
No. Accessory item/Part number
1 AC adaptor/PNLV226CE 1 3
2 Telephone line cord 1 1
3 Rechargeable batteries
4 Handset cover
5 Charger — 2
*1 See page 3 for replacement battery information.
*2 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
12345
*1
*2
Quantity
KX-TG1611 KX-TG1613
26
13
Additional/replacement accessories
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.
Accessory item Model number
Rechargeable
batteries
*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries.
HHR-4MRT
Battery type:
– Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
– 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset
*1
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Important Information
waves emitted from this product may cause
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 emitting 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.
L It is advisable to unplug the machine during
thunderstorms as the warranty does not
cover any damage resulting from lightning
strikes and power surges. Lightning
protection is advised.
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
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.
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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.
L This product is unable to make calls when:
– the handset batteries need recharging or
have failed.
– there is a power failure.
Battery
L We recommend using the batteries noted
on page 3. 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 possible 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
– away from electronic appliances such as
– facing away from radio frequency
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.
Important Information
location with no obstructions between
the handset and base unit in an indoor
environment.
TVs, radios, personal computers,
wireless devices, or other phones.
transmitters, such as external antennas
of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid
putting the base unit on a bay window or
near a window.)
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Important Information
L Do not place heavy objects on top of the
product.
L When you leave the product unused for a
long period of time, unplug the product from
the power outlet.
L The product should be kept away 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.
Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European
Union
These symbols 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.
Specifications
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 that
you erase information such as phonebook
or caller list entries from the memory before
you dispose of, transfer, or return the
product.
■ Standard:
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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■ Charger
Setting up
Connections
L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC
adaptor PNLV226CE.
L When mounting the unit on a wall, see page
28.
■ Base unit
Important:
L First plug in the supplied telephone line
cord and then plug in the AC adaptor
cord.
Press plug firmly.
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).
Getting Started
Hooks
(220-240 V AC,
50/60 Hz)
Hook
Use only the supplied
telephone line cord.
To telephone
line
DSL/ADSL filter*
“Click”
“Click”
(220-240 V AC,
50/60 Hz)
Correct Wrong
*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if
you have DSL/ADSL service.
Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY
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Getting Started
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, if you have such a telephone jack in your
house.
Note for battery installation
L Use the supplied rechargeable batteries.
For replacement, we recommend using the
Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on
page 3, 5.
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.
Battery level
Icon Battery level
5 High
6 Medium
7 Low
8 Needs charging.
Panasonic Ni-MH battery
performance (supplied batteries)
Operation Operating time
In continuous use 15 hours max.
Not in use
(standby)
Note:
L It is normal for batteries not to reach full
capacity at the initial charge. Maximum
battery performance is reached after a few
complete cycles of charge/discharge (use).
L Actual battery performance depends on
usage and ambient environment.
L Even after the batteries are fully charged,
the handset can be left on the base unit or
charger without any ill effect on the
batteries.
L The battery level may not be displayed
correctly after you replace the batteries. In
this case, place the handset on the base
unit or charger and let it charge for at least 7
hours.
170 hours max.
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– {^}, {V}, {3}, or {4}: Scroll through
Controls
Handset
M
E
F
G
A
B
C
H
I
J
– ? (Volume: {^} or {V}): Adjust the
– {3} (y: Caller list): View the caller list.
– {4} (R: Redial): View the redial list.
Base unit
B
Getting Started
various lists and items.
receiver volume while talking.
A
D
A
A {k} (Phonebook)
B {C} (Talk)
C {C} (Clear)
D Dial keypad
E Receiver
F Display
G {j/OK} (Menu/OK)
H {P} (Pause)
I {ic} (Off/Power)
J {R} (Recall/Flash)
K Microphone
L Charge contacts
M Ringer
■ Control type
A Navigator key
A Charge contacts
B {x} (Locator)
K
Display
L
Handset display items
Item Meaning
w Within range of a base unit
C Handset is on an outside call.
y Missed call
T L Mute is on. (page 12)
5 Battery level
L When flashing:
Handset is searching for
base unit. (page 25)
L When flashing:
An incoming call is now
being received or the call is
put on hold.
*1
(page 18)
L Ringer volume is off. (page
15)
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Getting Started
Item Meaning
k Phonebook is opened.
0 New voice mail message
*1 Caller ID subscribers only
*2 Voice mail subscribers only
received.
*2
(page 20)
Turning the power on/off
Power on
Press {ic}.
Power off
Press {ic} for about 2 seconds.
Initial settings
Symbol meaning:
Example: {r}: “Off”
Press {V} or {^} to select the words in
quotations.
Display language
1
{j/OK}
2 {r}: “Setup” s {j/OK}
3 {r}: “Language” s {j/OK}
4 {r}: Select your desired language. s
{j/OK} s {ic}
Note:
L If you select a language you cannot read:
{ic} s {j/OK} s {V} 4 times s
{j/OK} 2 times s {r}: Select your
desired language. s {j/OK} s {ic}
Date and time
1
{j/OK}
2 {r}: “Set Time” s {j/OK}
3 {r}: “Date & Time” s {j/OK}
4 Enter the current date, month, and year.
s {j/OK}
Example: 15 July, 2011
15 z7 11
5 Enter the current hour and minute. s
{j/OK}
Example: 15:30
15 3z
L If you enter the wrong date and/or time,
press {C} and perform again from step
3.
6 {ic}
Note:
L The date and time may be incorrect after a
power failure. In this case, set the date and
time again.
Dialling mode
If you cannot make calls, change this setting
according to your telephone line service. The
default setting is “Tone”.
“Tone”: For tone dial service.
“Pulse”: For rotary/pulse dial service.
1 {j/OK}
2 {r}: “Setup” s {j/OK}
3 {r}: “Dial Mode” s {j/OK}
4 {r}: Select the desired setting.
5 {j/OK} s {ic}
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