Panasonic KX-TG2480 User Manual
Operating Instructions
2.4 GHz Digital Cordless Phone
Model No.
KX-TG2480
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must
subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider.
Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use.
Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save
for future reference.
For assistance, visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com for
customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 6
For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Preparation
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the telephone line cord . 10
Battery installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Controls and display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Setting the unit before use . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the dialing mode . . . . . . . . . 19
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using the other line during a
conversation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Conference calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Useful features during a call. . . . . . . . . 23
HOLD button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mute button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Voice enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Clarity booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
PAUSE button (for PBX/long distance
service users). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
FLASH button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
For Call Waiting service users . . . . . 25
Temporary tone dialing (for rotary/pulse
service users) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Handset locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Phonebook
Using the phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Adding items to the phonebook . . . 26
Calling someone in the phonebook . 27
Editing items in the phonebook . . . . 27
Erasing items in the phonebook . . . 27
Chain dial feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service. . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Caller list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Viewing the caller list and calling
back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Editing a caller’s phone number before
calling back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Storing caller information into the
phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Erasing caller information . . . . . . . . 32
Voice Mail Service
Using Voice Mail service. . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Storing the Voice Mail (VM) access
number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Voice Mail (VM) tone detection . . . . 33
Listening to Voice Mail messages . . 34
Message alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Programmable Settings
Guide to handset programming . . . . . . 35
Ringer settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Handset ringer volume . . . . . . . . . . 36
Handset ringer tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Handset interrupt tone . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Call options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Voice enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Caller ID edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Display options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Handset LCD contrast . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Telephone settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Flash time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Line mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Line selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Other options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Handset key tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Re-registering the handset . . . . . . . 40
Customer support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Programming via direct commands . . . 42
Direct commands chart . . . . . . . . . . 42
Useful Information
Wall mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Headset (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Shoulder rest attachment . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
General use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
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Programmable settings . . . . . . . . . . 48
Making/answering calls, Paging . . . 49
Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Battery recharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
FCC and other information . . . . . . . . . . 52
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Index
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephone.
We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference.
Serial No. Date of purchase
(found on the bottom of the unit)
Name and address of dealer
Attach your purchase receipt here.
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Introduction
Accessory information
Included accessories
To order replacement accessories, call 1-800-332-5368.
TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277.
No. Accessory items Order number Quantity
1 AC adaptor for base unit PQLV1Y 1
2 4-wire telephone line cord with green plugs PQJA10088Z 1
3 2-wire telephone line cord with transparent
plugs
4 Battery HHR-P104 1
5 Handset cover PQYNTG2480SR 1
6 Belt clip PQKE10375Z3 1
7 Shoulder rest attachment PQKE10364Z1 1
1234
PQJA10075Z
1
567
Additional/replacement accessories
Accessory items Order number
Rechargeable nickel metal
hydride (Ni-MH) battery
Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88, KX-TCA88HA,
Battery back-up power
supply
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HHR-P104
KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, or KX-TCA98
KX-TCA200
Introduction
Important safety instructions
When using this unit, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
personal injury.
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions
marked on this unit.
3. Unplug this unit from power outlets
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
4. Do not use this unit near water, for
example near a bathtub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, etc.
5. Place the unit securely on a stable
surface. Serious damage and/or injury
may result if the unit falls.
6. Do not cover slots and openings on the
unit. They are provided for ventilation
and protection against overheating.
Never place the unit near radiators, or
in a place where proper ventilation is
not provided.
7. Use only the power source marked on
the unit. If you are not sure of the type
of power supplied to your home,
consult your dealer or local power
company.
8. Do not place objects on the power
cord. Install the unit where no one can
step or trip on the cord.
9. Do not overload power outlets and
extension cords. This can result in the
risk of fire or electric shock.
10. Never push any objects through slots
in this unit. This may result in the risk of
fire or electric shock. Never spill any
liquid on the unit.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not disassemble this unit. Take the unit
to an authorized service center when
service is required. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other risks.
Incorrect reassembly can cause
electric shock when the unit is
subsequently used.
12. Unplug this unit from power outlets and
refer servicing to an authorized service
center when the following conditions
occur:
A. When the power cord is damaged
or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the
unit.
C. If the unit has been exposed to rain
or water.
D. If the unit does not work normally
by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only controls
covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment
may require extensive work by an
authorized service center.
E. If the unit has been dropped or
physically damaged.
F. If the unit exhibits a distinct change
in performance.
13. During thunderstorms, avoid using
telephones except cordless types.
There may be a remote risk of an
electric shock from lightning.
14. Do not use this unit to report a gas leak, when in the vicinity of the leak.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Installation
L Never install telephone wiring during a
lightning storm.
L Never install telephone 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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Introduction
L Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
L The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the unit and is
easily accessible.
Battery
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to
persons, read and follow these
instructions.
L Use only the battery(ies) specified.
L Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a
fire. They may explode. Check with local
waste management codes for special
disposal instructions.
L Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte 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) provided with or
identified for use with this product only in
accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in this manual.
pacemakers or hearing aids, to
determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF (radio
frequency) energy. (The unit operates in
the frequency range of 2.4 GHz to 2.48
GHz, and the power output level can
range from 0.04 to 0.25 watts.) Do not
use the unit 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 (radio
frequency) energy.
WARNING:
L To prevent the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not expose this product to rain
or any type of moisture.
L Unplug this unit from power outlets if it
emits smoke, an abnormal smell or
makes unusual noise. These conditions
can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm
that smoke has stopped and contact the
Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211PANA (7262).
Medical
L Consult the manufacturer of any
personal medical devices, such as
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Introduction
For best performance
Base unit location/noise
The base unit and handset use radio
waves to communicate with each other.
For maximum distance and noise-free
operation, we recommend the following:
L Placing the unit away from electrical
appliances such as a TV, personal
computer or another cordless phone.
L Placing the base unit in a HIGH and
CENTRAL location with no obstructions
such as walls.
L Raising the antenna vertically.
L If you use the handset near a microwave
oven which is being used, noise may be
heard. Move away from the microwave
oven and closer to the base unit.
L If you use the handset 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.
L The maximum calling distance may be
shortened when the unit is used in the
following places: Near obstacles such as
hills, tunnels, undergrounds, near metal
objects such as wire fences, etc.
L Operating near 2.4 GHz electrical
appliances may cause interference.
Move away from the electrical
appliances.
Routine care
L Wipe the outer surface of the unit with a
soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner or
any abrasive powder.
Environment
L Keep the unit away from electrical noise
generating devices, such as fluorescent
lamps and motors.
L The unit should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high
temperature and vibration.
L The unit should not be exposed to direct
sunlight.
L Do not place heavy objects on top of the
unit.
L When you leave the unit unused for a
long period of time, unplug this unit from
power outlet.
L The unit should be kept away from heat
sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves,
etc. It should not be placed in rooms
where the temperature is less than 5 °C
(41 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F).
Damp basements should also be
avoided.
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Connections
Connecting the AC adaptor
Raise the
antenna.
Preparation
Fasten the AC adaptor cord.
Hooks
To power outlet (120 V AC, 60 Hz)
AC adaptor
Note:
L Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV1.
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.
L The unit will not work during a power failure. We recommend connecting a standard
telephone to the same telephone line or to the same telephone jack using the Panasonic
KX-J66 T-adaptor. Emergency power can be supplied to the unit by connecting a
Panasonic battery back-up power supply noted on page 5.
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Preparation
Connecting the telephone line cord
To connect to a 2-line telephone jack
4-Wire telephone line cord
with GREEN plugs
GREEN plug
To 2-line telephone jack (RJ14C)
To connect to 2 single-line telephone jacks
TRANSPARENT
plug
To single-line
telephone jacks (RJ11C)
4-Wire telephone line cord
with GREEN plugs
2-Wire telephone line cord
with TRANSPARENT plugs
GREEN
plug
LINE 2
LINE 1
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If you use the unit as a single-line telephone only
2-Wire telephone line cord
with TRANSPARENT plugs
Preparation
TRANSPARENT plug
To single-line
telephone jack (RJ11C)
LINE 1
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Preparation
If you subscribe to a DSL service
L Please attach a noise filter (contact your DSL provider) to the telephone line between
the base unit and the telephone line jack in the event of the following:
– Noise is heard during conversations.
– Caller ID features (page 29) do not function properly.
Connecting a 2 line telephone jack
For this connection, please purchase the Panasonic T-adaptor KX-J42. See page 5 for
ordering information.
Example: DSL line is LINE 2
To 2-line telephone
jack (RJ14C)
1
2
TRANSPARENT
plug
GREEN
plug
Noise filter
(For DSL users)
T-adaptor
KX-J42
TRANSPARENT
LINE 1
LINE 2
Noise
filter plug
plug
1 2-wire telephone line cord with TRANSPARENT plugs 2 4-wire telephone line cord with GREEN plugs
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Connecting 2 single-line telephone jacks
Example: DSL line is LINE 2
Preparation
To single-line
telephone jacks (RJ11C)
LINE 2
2
1
TRANSPARENT
plug
1 2-wire telephone line cord with TRANSPARENT plugs 2 4-wire telephone line cord with GREEN plugs
GREEN
plug
Noise filter
(For DSL users)
LINE 1
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Preparation
Battery installation
1 Insert the battery (1), and press it
down until it snaps into the
compartment (2).
2
1
2 Close the handset cover.
Battery charge
Place the handset on the base unit for 6
hours before initial use.
L The unit will beep once, the CHARGE
indicator will light, and “Charging” will
be displayed.
L “Charge completed” is displayed
when the battery has been fully charged.
The CHARGE indicator will remain lit.
OR
CHARGE indicator
Note:
L To ensure the battery charges properly,
clean the charge contacts of the handset
and base unit with a soft, dry cloth once
a month. Clean more often if the unit is
subject to grease, dust, or high humidity.
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Preparation
Battery strength
You can confirm the battery strength on the
handset display.
Battery icon Battery strength
5 Fully charged
6 Medium
7 Low
When flashing: needs
to be recharged.
8 Discharged
Recharging the battery
Recharge the battery when:
–“Recharge battery” is displayed or
7 flashes on the handset display.
– the handset beeps intermittently while it
is in use.
Note:
L Recharge the handset battery for more
than 15 minutes, or the display will
continue showing the indication.
L If the battery has been discharged, the
handset will display “Charge for 6h”
and 8 when you place the handset
on the base unit.
Battery performance
After your Panasonic battery is fully
charged, you can expect the following
performance:
Operation Operating time
While in use
(talking)
While not in use
(standby)
While using the
Clarity Booster
feature (page 24)
*1 Handset is off the base unit but not in
use.
Note:
L Battery power is consumed whenever
the handset is off the base unit, even
when the handset is not in use. The
longer you leave the handset off the
base unit, the shorter you can actually
talk on the handset. Actual battery
performance depends on a combination
of how often the handset is in use and
how often it is not in use.
L Once the battery is fully charged, you do
not have to charge it again until
“Recharge battery” is displayed or
7 flashes. This will maximize the
battery life.
*1
Up to 5 hours
Up to 11 days
Up to 3 hours
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Preparation
Battery replacement
If battery performance diminishes, make
sure you have cleaned the charge
contacts and fully charged the battery. The
battery needs to be replaced if any of the
following are displayed after a few phone
calls even when you have fully charged the
battery.
–“Recharge battery”
– 7 (flashing)
–“Charge for 6h”
– 8
L Use only the rechargeable Panasonic
battery noted on page 5.
1 Press the notch on the cover firmly and
slide it as indicated by the arrow.
2 Replace the old battery with a new one,
and close the cover (see page 14 for
battery installation).
Attention:
A nickel metal hydride battery that is
recyclable powers the product you have
purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this battery.
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Controls and display
Controls
Base unit
Preparation
ABC D E
FGH
A Hook
B LINE 1 indicator
C LINE 2 indicator
D V.M. (Voice Mail) indicator
E Antenna
F Charge contacts
G CHARGE indicator
LOCATOR indicator
H {HANDSET LOCATOR}
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Preparation
Handset
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A Speaker
B Soft key
C Headset jack
D {C} (TALK)
E Navigator key
F {s} (SP-PHONE)
G {*} (TONE)
H {HOLD}
I Ringer indicator
Message indicator
J Receiver
K Display
L {OFF}
M {MENU}
N {FLASH} {CALL WAIT}
O {REDIAL} {PAUSE}
P Microphone
Q Charge contacts
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
Using the navigator key
The handset navigator key can be used to
navigate through menus and to select
items shown on the display, by pressing
{^} or {V}.
Display
Handset display items
Displayed
item
k
l
J Voice enhancer is on.
5 Battery strength
Meaning
The line is in use.
When flashing: a call is on
hold on the line.
When flashing rapidly: a
call is being received on the
line.
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