Panasonic KX-TG2236S User Manual
Preparation Basic Operation Advanced Operation Useful Information
Charge the battery for about 15 hours before initial use.
Caller ID Compatible
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2.4GHz Digital Cordless Phone
Operating Instructions
Model No. KX-TG2236S
Pulse-or-tone dialing capability
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Caller ID and Call Waiting Service and Voice Mail 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 the phone line with
the first caller, requires a subscription to both Caller ID and Call Waiting Service.
After subscribing to Voice Mail Service, this phone’s VM indicator will flash when
there are new messages left in the voice mail box at phone company.
For your future reference
Serial No. Date of purchase
(found on the bottom of the unit)
Name and address of dealer
Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless
telephone.
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page
63 before use. Read and understand all instructions.
Attach your purchase receipt here.
Energy Star:
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, Panasonic
has determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S.
registered mark.
Accessories (included) For extra orders, call 1-800-332-5368.
AC Adaptor (p. 11)
Order No. PQLV1Z
(PQLV1)
one
Telephone Line Cord
(p. 11)
Order No. PQJA10075Z
one
Battery
(p. 12, 57)
Order No.
N4HKGMA00001
(P-P511)
one
Wall Mounting
Adaptor (p. 54)
Order No.
PQKL10035Z3
one
Belt Clip (p. 56)
Order No.
PQKE10341Z1
one
Handset Cover
(p. 12, 57)
Order No.
PQKK10127Z1
one
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For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
For Best Performance
Battery Charge
A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the
handset. Charge the battery for about 15
hours before initial use (p. 12).
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:
Note:
While using the handset:
•If you are near a microwave oven which is being used, noise may be heard from
the receiver or the speaker. Move away from the microwave oven and closer to
the base unit.
•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.
Contents
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Preparation
Location of Controls ...................................................................... 6
Display............................................................................................. 8
Settings ...........................................................................................11
Connections..................................................................................11
Installing the Battery in the Handset.............................................12
Battery Charge..............................................................................12
Dialing Mode.................................................................................14
Line Mode .....................................................................................15
Programmable Functions..............................................................16
Auto Talk Feature .........................................................................17
Ringer Volume ..............................................................................18
Ringer Pattern...............................................................................19
LCD Contrast ................................................................................20
Basic Operation
Making Calls ...................................................................................21
Handset.........................................................................................21
Base Unit (Digital Duplex Speakerphone) ....................................25
Answering Calls .............................................................................27
Handset.........................................................................................27
Base Unit.......................................................................................27
Caller ID Service.............................................................................28
Using the Caller List ......................................................................29
Viewing the Caller List ..................................................................29
Calling Back from the Caller List...................................................31
Editing the Caller’s Phone Number...............................................32
The Caller ID Number Auto Edit Feature......................................33
Storing Caller List Information in the Directory.............................34
Erasing Caller List Information......................................................35
Advanced Operation
Speed Dialer....................................................................................36
Storing Phone Numbers................................................................36
Dialing a Stored Number...............................................................37
Directory..........................................................................................38
Storing Names and Numbers........................................................38
Entering Names and Symbols ......................................................40
Finding Stored Items.....................................................................42
Dialing...........................................................................................43
Editing...........................................................................................44
Erasing..........................................................................................45
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Preparation Cordless Telephone Answering System Useful Information
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Intercom.........................................................................................46
Transferring a Call Using the Intercom.........................................47
Voice Mail Service.........................................................................48
Storing a Voice Mail Access Number ...........................................48
Setting the Voice Mail Tone..........................................................49
Listening to Voice Mail Messages.................................................50
Special Features .............................................................................51
Automatic Security Code Setting..................................................51
Temporary Tone Dialing
(For Rotary or Pulse Service Users) ........................................51
Muting Your Conversation ............................................................51
For Call Waiting Service Users.....................................................52
How to Use the PAUSE Button
(For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) ...............52
FLASH Button...............................................................................53
Useful Information
Wall Mounting .................................................................................54
Belt Clip ...........................................................................................56
Optional Headset ............................................................................56
Battery Replacement......................................................................57
Adding Another Phone..................................................................58
Troubleshooting.............................................................................59
Important Safety Instructions .......................................................63
FCC and Other Information...........................................................64
Specifications.................................................................................67
Index................................................................................................68
Warranty..........................................................................................69
Basic Operation Advanced Operation
Location of Controls
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Base unit
MUT
E
TE
RINGER
I
N
T
INTE
R
C
O
M
ERCOM
HOL
D
LD
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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Handset
CH
EDIT
CALL L W
A
WAIT
PAUSEUSE
TONETONE
VOICE MAILVOICE MAIL
9
8
3
2
1
6
5
4
7
0
ININTERCOM
SP
-
PHONE
F
U
N
C
T
IO
N
FUNCTION
MUTE
CLEARCLEAR
HOLD
REDIAL
FLASH H
Antenna
Display (p. 8)
(CLEAR) Button
(p. 35, 39, 45)
(MUTE) Button (p. 51)
(FUNCTION) Button
(p. 16, 33, 39, 48)
(OFF) Button
(p. 21, 29,
39, 46
)
(HOLD/INTERCOM)
Button (p. 23, 46)
(REDIAL/PAUSE) Button
(p. 22, 23, 52)
(TONE) Button (p. 51)
(FLASH/CALL!WAIT/VOICEÒMAIL)
Button (p. 49, 50, 52, 53)
Headset Jack (p. 56)
Microphone (p. 22)
(TALK) Button
(p. 21, 27, 31)
(Speakerphone)
Button (p. 22, 27, 31)
Charge Contacts (p. 13)
Receiver (p. 24)
Navigator Key
( , , , )
(
p. 16, 22, 24, 29, 39, 48
)
Back side
Speaker
(p. 21)
How to use the Navigator key
This key has four active areas that are indicated by arrows.
•Pressing the up or down arrow allows you to enter the
Caller List and scroll through the function menu, the
Caller List and the directory list. It is also used to adjust
the handset ringer and receiver/speaker volumes.
•Pressing the right or left arrow allows you to enter the
directory list and move the cursor when entering items.
The right arrow is used to select or confirm your menu
choices and to edit a phone number of the Caller List into
one of 3 patterns.
The left arrow is used to select a clearer channel.
Throughout this Operating Instructions, the navigator key is indicated by
the arrows Ö, Ñ, Ü or á.
CH
EDIT
Recharge
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Display
The handset shows you instructions and information on the display.
These display prompts are shown below.
The battery needs to be charged. Place the
handset on the base unit to charge the battery
(p. 13).
The display shows that you have received new
calls (p. 29). To check the new calls, lift the
handset and press Ö or Ñ.
The display shows that you have received new
calls (p. 29). To check the new calls, press Ö
or Ñ.
This display shows the number of new calls
when Ö or Ñ is pressed while the handset is
off the base unit.
To search from the most recent call, press Ö.
To search from the oldest call, press Ñ (p. 29).
To go to the directory list, press á
(Directory key).
The display shows the voice mail message(s)
is/are recorded (p. 50).
When the handset ringer volume is set to OFF
(p. 18), “Ringer off” will flash for about 45
seconds after completing operations such as talk,
viewing the Caller List or programming.
When a call is received, the display shows the
caller’s name and number after the first ring.
12 new calls
GF H
=Directory
ROBINSON,TINA
1-000-222-3333
Received calls
(Handset on the base unit)
Received calls
G
(Handset off the base unit)
Voicemail
Ringer off
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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Please lift up
and try again.
During a conversation, the display shows the
length of the call (ex. 1 hour, 6 minutes and 35
seconds). The battery strength is also displayed
(p. 13).
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. 10, 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.
A second call is received during a conversation
(p. 52).
Ö, Ñ, Ü or á was pressed while the
handset was on the base unit. Lift the handset
and press the button again.
While the base unit was in use, Ö or Ñ was
pressed to search the Caller List/directory list, á
was pressed to select an option or
(HOLD/INTERCOM) was pressed.
SMITH,JACK
1-222-333-4444
11:20A JAN10 ✕3
Ann
123-456-7890
BROWN,NANCY
1-555-666-7777
----Waiting----
Not available
No link to base
Place on cradle
and try again.
Talk
01-06-35
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When trying to store an item or Caller List
information in the directory, the directory
memory is full (p. 34, 39).
While programming procedure, the handset has
lost communication with the base unit. Move
closer to the base unit and try again.
Save error
Directory full
Display
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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Settings
Connections
•
USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. PQLV1Z).
•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 58.
•If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID services, you
cannot access those services.
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Settings
Battery Charge
Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 15 hours before
initial use.
•The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights and a beep sounds.
Installing the Battery in the Handset
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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Up to 11 days
Operation Operating time
While in use (TALK)
Up to 5 hours
While not in use (Standby)
•The battery operating time 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” is displayed and/or “ ” flashes. This will maximize the
battery life.
•The battery cannot be overcharged.
Recharge
Recharge the battery when:
—“Recharge” is displayed on the handset,
—“ ” 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” and/or “ ” will continue to flash.
Battery information
After your Panasonic battery is fully charged (p. 12):
Recharge
Needs to be recharged.
Battery strength
You can check the battery strength on the handset display.
The battery strength is as shown in the chart below.
Display prompt Battery strength
Fully charged
Medium
Low
(flashing)
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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 unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the
base unit.
1
Press (FUNCTION).
2
Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ.
3
Press á.
4
Scroll to “Set dial mode” by pressing
Ö or Ñ.
5
Press á.
6
Select “Pulse” or “Tone” by pressing Ö
or Ñ.
7
Press á (Save key).
•A beep sounds.
•To exit the programming mode, press (OFF).
•You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF)
.
--------------
H
Save directory
Ringer volume
Ringer pattern
H
Program
--------------
--------------
H
Set flash time
Save mailbox#
Set line mode
H
Set dial mode
Talk switching
Dial mode
:Tone
GF H
=Save
Dial mode
:Pulse
Dial mode
:Pulse
GF H
=Save
Settings
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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Line Mode
If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to “B”.
Your phone comes from the factory set to “A”.
Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the
base unit.
1
Press (FUNCTION).
2
Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ.
3
Press á.
4
Scroll to “Set line mode” by pressing
Ö or Ñ.
5
Press á.
6
Select “B” or “A” by pressing Ö or Ñ.
7
Press á (Save key).
•A beep sounds.
•To exit the programming mode, press (OFF).
•You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF)
.
Line mode
:A
GF H
=Save
Line mode
:B
Line mode
:B
GF H
=Save
--------------
H
Save directory
Ringer volume
Ringer pattern
H
Program
--------------
--------------
H
Set flash time
Save mailbox#
Voicemail tone
H
Set line mode
Set dial mode
--------------
H
Set flash time
Save mailbox#
Voicemail tone
Set line mode
Set dial mode
Talk switching
CallerID edit
LCD contrast
--------------
--------------
H
Save directory
Ringer volume
Ringer pattern
Program
--------------
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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 unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the
base unit.
During programming:
*To select a desired function item, scroll through the items by pressing
Ö or Ñ.
Then press
á to go to the next step.
•“--------------” indicates the beginning or end of the function menu
.
•You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF).
•If you do not press any buttons for 60 seconds, the unit will exit the programming
mode.
•If the handset has lost communication with the base unit, 3 beeps sound and “No
link to base Place on cradle and try again.” is displayed.
Press (FUNCTION).
To store an item in the directory (p. 39).
To select the ringer volume (p. 18).
To select the ringer pattern (p. 19).
Press á.
To select the flash time (p. 53).
To store a voice mail access number (p. 48).
To set the voice mail tone (p. 49).
To select the line mode (p. 15).
To select the dialing mode (p. 14).
To set the Auto Talk feature (p. 17).
To set the Caller ID Number Auto Edit feature (p. 33).
To select the LCD contrast (p. 20).
<Function menu>*
<Function menu>*
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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Auto Talk Feature
The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset off
the base unit without pressing or . 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 unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the
base unit.
1
Press (FUNCTION).
2
Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ.
3
Press á.
4
Scroll to “Talk switching” by pressing
Ö or Ñ.
5
Press á.
6
Select “On” or “Off” by pressing Ö or Ñ.
7
Press á (Save key).
•A beep sounds.
•To exit the programming mode, press (OFF).
•You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF)
.
•In order to view Caller ID information after you lift up the handset to answer a
call, leave the Auto Talk feature OFF.
Auto talk
:On
Set dial mode
H
Talk switching
CallerID edit
Auto talk
:Off
GF H
=Save
Auto talk
:On
GF H
=Save
Ringer pattern
H
Program
--------------
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Programmable Functions
Ringer Volume
You can program the handset or base unit ringer volume to HIGH, LOW
or OFF. If set to OFF, the handset or base unit will not ring. Your phone
comes from the factory set to HIGH.
Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the
base unit.
With the handset
1
Press (FUNCTION).
2
Scroll to “Ringer volume” by
pressing Ö or Ñ.
3
Press á.
4
Select the desired volume by
pressing Ö or Ñ.
•Each time you press Ö or Ñ, the volume
will change and ring.
•If you set to OFF, the unit will not ring.
5
Press á (Save key).
•A beep sounds.
•You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF)
.
•When you replace the battery, the selected ringer volume setting will return to the
factory set (HIGH). Reprogram if necessary.
With the base unit
To select HIGH (preset) or LOW, press (MUTE/RINGER).
•Each time you press the button, the ringer volume will change and ring.
To turn the ringer OFF, press and hold (MUTE/RINGER) until 2 beeps
sound.
To turn the ringer ON, press (MUTE/RINGER).
•The ringer will sound at the HIGH level.
Ringer
Low ❚❚❚❚❚❚ High
GF H
=Save
Ringer
Low ❚❚❚❚❚❚ High
GF H
=Save
HIGH
LOW
Ringer off
GF H
=Save
OFF
Ö
Ñ
Ö
Ñ
Save directory
H
Ringer volume
Ringer pattern
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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Ringer Pattern
You can select the handset or the base unit ringer pattern out of 6
patterns. When an incoming call is being received, the unit rings in the
selected pattern.
Your phone comes from the factory set to 1.
Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the
base unit.
With the handset
1
Press (FUNCTION).
2
Scroll to “Ringer pattern” by pressing
Ö or Ñ.
3
Press á.
•The current setting is displayed.
4
Select the desired ringer pattern by
pressing Ö or Ñ.
•Each time you press Ö or Ñ, the ringer
pattern will change and ring.
•You can also select the ringer pattern by
pressing dialing buttons (1)
to (6).
•If you set the ringer volume to OFF, the
handset will not ring (p. 18).
5
Press á (Save key).
•A beep sounds.
•To exit the programming mode, press (OFF).
•You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF)
.
With the base unit
1
Press (MUTE/RINGER).
•The base unit rings in the current setting.
2
Within 5 seconds, select the desired ringer pattern by pressing
dialing buttons (1) to (6).
•Each time you press the buttons, the ringer pattern will change and ring.
Ringer volume
H
Ringer pattern
Program
Ringer pattern
:1
GF H
=Save
Ringer pattern
:3
GF H
=Save
Ringer pattern
:3
20
LCD Contrast
You can program the handset LCD contrast (5 levels). To make the
handset display clearer, set to high level. Your phone comes from the
factory set to level 3.
Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the
base unit.
1
Press (FUNCTION).
2
Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ.
3
Press á.
4
Scroll to “LCD contrast” by pressing Ö
or Ñ.
5
Press á.
6
Select the desired contrast by pressing Ö
or Ñ.
•Each time you press Ö or Ñ, the LCD
contrast will change.
7
Press á (Save key).
•A beep sounds.
•To exit the programming mode, press (OFF).
•You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF)
.
Ringer pattern
H
Program
--------------
CallerID edit
H
LCD contrast
--------------
LCD contrast
Low ❚❚❚ High
GF H
=Save
LCD contrast
Low ❚ High
Programmable Functions
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Basic Operation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
1
Press .
2
Dial a phone number.
•The dialed number is displayed.
•After a few seconds, the display will show the
length of the call and the battery strength.
3
To hang up, press (OFF) or place the
handset on the base unit.
•If the handset has lost communication with the base unit, 3 beeps sound and “No
link to base Place on cradle and try again.” is displayed.
Talk
1112222
Talk
00-00-00
Talk
Handset
Off
00-01-08
Making Calls
Back side
Speaker
Display
Microphone
(CLEAR)
(OFF)
, ,
(HOLD/INTERCOM)
(REDIAL/PAUSE)
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Hands-free Digital Duplex Speakerphone
For best performance, please note the following:
•Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet room.
•If the other party has difficulty hearing you, press Ö to decrease the speaker
volume.
•If the other party’s voice from the speaker cuts in/out during a conversation,
press Ö to decrease the speaker volume.
•While talking using , you can switch to the hands-free phone
conversation by pressing . To switch back to the receiver, press .
To have a hands-free phone conversation
(Using Digital Duplex Speakerphone)
1
Press .
2
Dial a phone number.
•The dialed number is displayed.
•After a few seconds, the display will show the
length of the call and the battery strength.
3
When the other party answers, talk into the
microphone.
4
To hang up, press (OFF) or place the
handset on the base unit.
•If the handset has lost communication with the base unit, 3 beeps sound and “No
link to base Place on cradle and try again.” is displayed.
SP-phone
1112222
SP-phone
00-00-00
SP-phone
Off
00-01-08
If noise interferes with the conversation
Press Ü to select a clearer channel in the talk, speakerphone or
intercom mode, or move closer to the base unit.
To redial the last number dialed on the handset
Press or and press (REDIAL/PAUSE).
Making Calls
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