Panasonic KX-TG6511, KX-TG6512, KX-TG6513, KX-TG6522, KX-TG6523 Operating Instruction
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Operating Instructions
Expandable Digital Cordless Phone
Model No. KX-TG6511
KX-TG6512
KX-TG6513
Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System
Model No.
KX-TG6522
KX-TG6523
KX-TG6524
KX-TG6525
KX-TG6572
KX-TG6531
KX-TG6532
KX-TG6533
KX-TG6534
KX-TG6541
KX-TG6542
KX-TG6543
KX-TG6544
KX-TG6545
Model shown is KX-TG6511.
Before initial use, see “Getting
Started” on page 10.
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save
them for future reference.
Consulte “Guía Rápida Española”, página 56.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate
service offered by your service provider/telephone company.
For assistance, visit our Web site: http://www.panasonic.com/help for
customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.
Please register your product: http://www.panasonic.com/prodreg
Table of Contents
Introduction
Model composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important Information
For your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . 8
For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Other information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Getting Started
Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Note when setting up. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Intelligent eco mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Initial settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Useful features during a call . . . . . . . 18
Shared Phonebook
Shared phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programming
Programmable settings . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Special programming . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Registering a unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Answering System
Answering system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Turning the answering system on/off. 36
Greeting message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Listening to messages using the base
unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Listening to messages using the
handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Voice memo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Remote operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Answering system settings . . . . . . . . 41
Voice Mail Service
Voice mail service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Intercom/Locator
Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Handset locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Transferring calls, conference calls . 46
Useful Information
Wall mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
FCC and other information . . . . . . . . 54
Guía Rápida Española
Guía Rápida Española . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Appendix
Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Warranty (For United States and Puerto
Rico) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Index
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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Model composition
Introduction
■ KX-TG6511 series ■ KX-TG6521/
L Model shown is
KX-TG6512.
Series Model No.
KX-TG6511
series
KX-TG6521
series
KX-TG6531
series
KX-TG6541
series
KX-TG6511 KX-TG6511 KX-TGA652 1
KX-TG6512 KX-TG6511 KX-TGA652 2
KX-TG6513 KX-TG6511 KX-TGA652 3
KX-TG6522 KX-TG6531 KX-TGA653 2
KX-TG6523 KX-TG6531 KX-TGA653 3
KX-TG6524 KX-TG6531 KX-TGA653 4
KX-TG6525 KX-TG6531 KX-TGA653 5
KX-TG6572 KX-TG6521 KX-TGA653 2
KX-TG6531 KX-TG6531 KX-TGA652 1
KX-TG6532 KX-TG6531 KX-TGA652 2
KX-TG6533 KX-TG6531 KX-TGA652 3
KX-TG6534 KX-TG6531 KX-TGA652 4
KX-TG6541 KX-TG6541 KX-TGA652 1
KX-TG6542 KX-TG6541 KX-TGA652 2
KX-TG6543 KX-TG6541 KX-TGA652 3
KX-TG6544 KX-TG6541 KX-TGA652 4
KX-TG6545 KX-TG6541 KX-TGA652 5
KX-TG6531 series
L Model shown is
KX-TG6522.
Base unit Handset
Part No. Part No. Quantity
■ KX-TG6541 series
L Model shown is
KX-TG6542.
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Introduction
Feature differences
Series
KX-TG6511
series
KX-TG6521
series
KX-TG6531
series
KX-TG6541
series
*1 Calls can be made or answered with the base unit.
*2 Single handset models: Intercom calls can be made between handsets by
purchasing and registering one or more optional handsets (page 6).
*3 Intercom calls can be made between the base unit and handset.
Answering
system
––r ––
rr–– –
rrr––
rrrr r
Talking
Caller
ID
Headset
jack
Call with
base
*1
unit
Intercom
| ⇔ N
ENERGY STAR
®
As an ENERGY STAR
Panasonic has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered
mark.
Partner,
*2
*3
Accessory information
Supplied accessories
Supplied handset qty. 1 unit*12 unit*23 unit*34 unit*45 unit
No.
Accessory item/
Order number
1 AC adaptor/PQLV219Y 12345
2 Telephone line cord/
PQJA10075Z
4
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Accessory quantity
11111
*5
Introduction
Supplied handset qty. 1 unit*12 unit*23 unit*34 unit*45 unit
No.
Accessory item/
Accessory quantity
Order number
3 Rechargeable batteries/
246810
HHR-4DPA (Part No.
HHR-55AAABU or
N4DHYYY00004)
4 Handset cover
/
12345
*6
PNYNTGA652BR
5 Belt clip/PNKE1054Z1 12345
6 Charger
*7
–1234
*1 KX-TG6511/KX-TG6531/KX-TG6541
*2 KX-TG6512/KX-TG6522/KX-TG6572/KX-TG6532/KX-TG6542
*3 KX-TG6513/KX-TG6523/KX-TG6533/KX-TG6543
*4 KX-TG6524/KX-TG6534/KX-TG6544
*5 KX-TG6525/KX-TG6545
*6 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
*7 PNLC1010ZB: Black, PNLC1010YR: Wine red, PNLC1010YC: Dark blue metallic
123456
*5
Additional/replacement accessories
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information (page 60).
Accessory item Order number
Rechargeable
batteries
HHR-4DPA
L To order, please call 1-800-332-5368 or visit
http://www.panasonic.com/batterystore
Battery type:
– Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
– 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset
Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA94, KX-TCA400, KX-TCA430
T-adaptor KX-J66
Battery back-up
KX-TCA230
power supply
*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied
batteries.
*1
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Introduction
Expanding your phone system
Optional handset feature overview
You can expand your phone system by registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a
single base unit.
L Optional handsets may be a different color from that of the supplied handsets.
Feature KX-TGA651 KX-TGA401 KX-TGA750
Handset
Display size 1.8 inches 1.8 inches 2.1 inches
Button size Large Extra large Large
Display mode
Message list
*1 This feature allows you to select how the display shows:
– multiple items at a time
– 1 item at a time in large characters
*2 The unit displays a list of all recorded messages and allows you to select the item
to play back.
Range extender
*1
*2
––r
––r
By installing this unit, you can extend the
range of your phone system to include areas
where reception was previously not
available. Up to 2 range extenders can be
registered to the base unit. This product can
be purchased online. Please visit our Web
site:
http://www.panasonic.com/RangeExtender
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Range extender: KX-TGA405
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
the Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211PANA (1-800-211-7262).
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.
Important Information
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 1.92
GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF transmission
power is 115 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.
L This product is unable to make calls when:
– the handset batteries need recharging or
have failed.
– there is a power failure.
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Important Information
Battery
L We recommend using the batteries noted
on page 5. 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.
Attention:
A nickel metal hydride battery that is
recyclable powers the product you have
purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-
8837) for information on how to recycle this
battery.
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
location with no obstructions between
the handset and base unit in an indoor
environment.
– away from electronic 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 for a base unit location is not
satisfactory, move the base unit to another
location for better reception.
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,
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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, unplug the product from
the power outlet.
L The product 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 0 °C (32 °F) or
greater than 40 °C (104 °F). 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
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is
replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
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.
Notice
Important Information
Specifications
■ Standard:
DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced
Cordless Telecommunications 6.0)
■ Frequency range:
1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz
■ RF transmission power:
115 m W (m ax .)
■ Power source:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
■ Power consumption:
Base unit
Standby: Approx. 1.0 W
Maximum: Approx. 4.0 W
Base unit
Standby: Approx. 1.1 W
Maximum: Approx. 4.4 W
Charger:
Standby: Approx. 0.1 W
Maximum: Approx. 2.6 W
■ Operating conditions:
0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F), 20 % – 80 %
relative air humidity (dry)
*1 KX-TG6511/KX-TG6521/KX-TG6531
*2 KX-TG6541 series: page 3
Note:
L Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
L The illustrations in these instructions may
vary slightly from the actual product.
*1
:
*2
:
series: page 3
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Getting Started
Setting up
Connections
L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC
adaptor PQLV219.
■ Base unit
Press plug firmly.
Hook
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)
To single-line
telephone jack
(RJ11C)
Correct Wrong
*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is
required if you have DSL/ADSL service.
■ Charger
“Click”
“Click”
DSL/ADSL filter*
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).
Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY
Battery charge
Charge for about 7 hours.
L When the batteries are fully charged,
the charge indicator goes off and
“Fully charged” is displayed.
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Confirm “Charging” is displayed.
Charge indicator
Hooks
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)
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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 floormounted 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
Panasonic T-adaptor (page 5).
Emergency power can be supplied to the
unit by connecting a Panasonic battery
back-up power supply noted on page 5.
Note for battery installation
L Use the supplied rechargeable
batteries. For replacement, we
recommend using the Panasonic
rechargeable batteries noted on page
5, 8.
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 charge
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. Clean
more often if the unit is exposed to
grease, dust, or high humidity.
Getting Started
Battery level
Icon Battery level
& High
( Medium
) Low
0)4 Needs charging.
0 Empty
Panasonic Ni-MH battery
performance (supplied batteries)
Operation Operating time
In continuous
use
Not in use
(standby)
*1 If Eco mode is on.
Note:
L Actual battery performance depends
on usage and ambient environment.
L Even after the handset is 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.
13 hours max.
11 days max.
*1
*1
Intelligent eco mode
This feature automatically reduces
handset power consumption by
suppressing handset transmission
power when the handset is close to the
base unit.
L When this feature is activated, i is
displayed.
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Getting Started
L Eco mode is turned off when the
clarity booster is activated (page 19).
Controls
Handset (KX-TGA652)
A
B C
D
E
F
G
A
F Headset jack
(KX-TG6511/KX-TG6531/
KX-TG6541 series: page 3)
G Dial keypad ({*}: TONE)
H Receiver
I Display
J {OFF}
K {FLASH} {CALL WAIT}
L Microphone
M Charge contacts
H
■ Control type
A Soft keys
I
J
K
L
M
The handset features 3 soft keys. By
pressing a soft key, you can select the
feature shown directly above it on the
display.
B Navigator key
– {^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}: Scroll through
various lists and items.
– ? VOL. (Volume: {^} or {V}):
Adjust the receiver or speaker
volume while talking.
– {<} CID (Caller ID): View the caller
list.
– {>} REDIAL: View the redial list.
Base unit
■ KX-TG6511 series (page 3)
A B
B
A Charge indicator
Ringer indicator
Message indicator
B Nonslip pad
L Nonslip pad offers support when
you cradle the handset between
your shoulder and ear.
C Speaker
D {C} (TALK)
E {s} (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)
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C
A Charge contacts
B {x} (LOCATOR)
C Bracket
*1
Getting Started
■ KX-TG6541 series (page 3)
■ KX-TG6521/KX-TG6531 series
(page 3)
A B
F G
HI
DC E
A Charge contacts
B Speaker
C {ERASE}
D {■} (STOP)
E {^}/{V} (VOL.: Volume up/down)
{7}/{8} (Repeat/Skip)
F {6} (Play)
Message indicator
G {LOCATOR}
H {ANSWER ON}
ANSWER ON indicator
I Bracket
*1
ABCDEFG H
NI JKL OP
Q
A Charge contacts
B Speaker
C {■} (STOP)
D {ERASE}
E {^}/{V} (VOL.: Volume up/down)
{7}/{8} (Repeat/Skip)
F {6} (Play)
Message indicator
G {ANSWER ON}
ANSWER ON indicator
H {LOCATOR} {INTERCOM}
I Dial keypad ({*}: TONE)
J {REDIAL} {PAUSE}
K {HOLD}
L {SP-PHONE} (Speakerphone)
SP-PHONE indicator
M Microphone
N {FLASH} {CALL WAIT}
O {MUTE}
P {CONF} (Conference)
Q {MEMO}
R Bracket
*1
*1 The base unit has an unremovable
bracket for desk or wall mounting. To
mount on a wall, see page 47.
RM
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Getting Started
Belt clip
■ To attach ■ To remove
Display
Item Meaning
$ Blocked call (page 30)
( Clarity booster is on.
(page 19)
In use Answering system is
Line in
use
*1 KX-TG6521/KX-TG6531/KX-TG6541
series: page 3
being used by another
handset or the base
*1
unit.
Someone is using the
line.
Handset display items
Item Meaning
w Within base unit range
_ Out of base unit range
C The line is in use.
L When flashing:
The call is put on
hold.
L When flashing
rapidly: An incoming
call is now being
received.
i Eco mode is on. (page
11)
s Speakerphone is on.
(page 16)
~ Ringer volume is off.
(page 27)
& Silent mode is on.
(page 29)
! Privacy mode is on.
(page 19)
E Alarm is on. (page 29)
m Handset number
& Battery level
Initial settings
Symbol meaning:
Example: {V}/{^}: “Off”
Press {V} or {^} to select the words in
quotations.
Display language
You can select either “English” or
“Español” as the display language.
The default setting is “English”.
1 {MENU} i {#}{1}{1}{0}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.
3 {SAVE} i {OFF}
Voice guidance language
Available for:
KX-TG6521/KX-TG6531/KX-TG6541
series (page 3)
You can select either “English” or
“Español” as the voice guidance
language of the answering system. The
default setting is “English”.
1 {MENU} i {#}{1}{1}{2}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.
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3 {SAVE} i {OFF}
Dialing 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 {MENU} i {#}{1}{2}{0}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.
3 {SAVE} i {OFF}
Date and time
{MENU} i {#}{1}{0}{1}
1
2 Enter the current month, date, and
year by selecting 2 digits for each.
Example: July 15, 2010
{0}{7} {1}{5} {1}{0}
3 {OK}
4 Enter the current hour and minute
(12-hour clock format) by selecting 2
digits for each.
Example: 9:30
{0}{9} {3}{0}
5 {AM/PM}: Select “AM” or “PM”.
6 {SAVE} i {OFF}
Note:
L When English is selected as the
display language, 12-hour clock
format is used. When Spanish is
selected, 24-hour clock format is
used.
L To correct a digit, press {<} or {>} to
move the cursor to the digit, then
make the correction.
L The date and time may be incorrect
after a power failure. In this case, set
the date and time again.
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Making/Answering Calls
Making calls
Using the handset
Lift the handset and dial the phone
1
number.
L To correct a digit, press {CLEAR}.
2 Press {C} or {CALL}.
3 When you finish talking, press
{OFF} or place the handset on the
base unit or charger.
Using the speakerphone
1 Dial the phone number and press
{s}.
L Speak alternately with the other
party.
2 When you finish talking, press
{OFF}.
Note:
L For best performance, use the
speakerphone in a quiet environment.
L To switch back to the receiver, press
{C}.
Adjusting the receiver or speaker
volume
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly while
talking.
Making a call using the redial list
The last 5 phone numbers dialed are
stored in the redial list (each 48 digits
max.).
1 {REDIAL} or {>} REDIAL
L If there is a new message in the
voice mail or answering system,
{REDIAL} is not displayed.
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired phone
number.
3 {C}
Erasing a number in the redial list
1 {REDIAL} or {>} REDIAL
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired phone
number. i {ERASE}
3 {V}/{^}: “Yes” i {SELECT}
4 {OFF}
Pause (for PBX/long distance service
users)
A pause is sometimes required when
making calls using a PBX or long
distance service. When storing a calling
card access number and/or PIN in the
phonebook, a pause is also needed
(page 22).
Example: If you need to dial the line
access number “9” when making outside
calls with a PBX:
1 {9} i {PAUSE}
2 Dial the phone number. i {C}
Note:
L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each
time {PAUSE} is pressed. Repeat as
needed to create longer pauses.
Using the base unit
Available for:
KX-TG6541 series (page 3)
1 {SP-PHONE}
2 Dial the phone number.
3 When the other party answers,
speak into the microphone.
L Speak alternately with the other
party.
4 When you finish talking, press {SP-
PHONE}.
Note:
L For best performance, use the
speakerphone in a quiet environment.
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L While on a call, you can switch from
the base unit to the handset:
– Press {C} on the handset, then
press {SP-PHONE} on the base
unit with the privacy mode off (page
19).
– If the handset is on the base unit,
simply lift it.
Making/Answering Calls
Note:
L You can also program the handset
ringer volume beforehand (page 25).
Temporary handset ringer off
While the handset is ringing for a call,
you can turn the ringer off temporarily by
pressing {~}.
Adjusting the speaker volume
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly while
talking.
Redialing the last number dialed
{SP-PHONE} i {REDIAL}
Answering calls
Using the handset
When a call is being received, the ringer
indicator flashes rapidly.
1 Lift the handset and press {C} or
{s} when the unit rings.
L You can also answer the call by
pressing any dial key from {0} to
{9}, {*}, or {#}. (Any key
answer feature)
2 When you finish talking, press
{OFF} or place the handset on the
base unit or charger.
Auto talk
You can answer calls simply by lifting the
handset off the base unit or charger. You
do not need to press {C}. To turn this
feature on, see page 26.
Adjusting the base unit ringer
volume
Available for:
KX-TG6521/KX-TG6531/KX-TG6541
series (page 3)
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the
desired volume.
L To turn the ringer off, press and hold
{V} until the unit beeps.
Note:
L Even when the ringer volume is set to
off, the base unit still rings for intercom
calls (page 45). (KX-TG6541 series:
page 3)
Using the base unit
Available for:
KX-TG6541 series (page 3)
When a call is being received, the SPPHONE indicator flashes rapidly.
1 Press {SP-PHONE} when the unit
rings.
2 Speak into the microphone.
3 When you finish talking, press {SP-
PHONE}.
Adjusting the handset ringer volume
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the
desired volume while the handset is
ringing for an incoming call.
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Making/Answering Calls
Useful features during a call
Hold
This feature allows you to put an outside
call on hold.
Handset
1 Press {MENU} during an outside
call.
2 {V}/{^}: “Hold” i {SELECT}
3 To release hold, press {C}.
L Another handset user can take
the call by pressing {C}.
L The base unit user can take the
call by pressing {SP-PHONE}.
(KX-TG6541 series: page 3)
Base unit
Available for:
KX-TG6541 series (page 3)
1 Press {HOLD} during an outside
call.
2 To release hold, press {SP-
PHONE}.
L A handset user can take the call
by pressing {C}.
Note for handset and base unit:
L If a call is kept on hold for more than 9
minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound
and the ringer indicator on the
handset flashes rapidly. After 1
additional minute on hold, the call is
disconnected.
L If another phone is connected to the
same line (page 11), you can also take
the call by lifting its handset.
L While an outside call is on hold, the
SP-PHONE indicator on the base unit
flashes. (KX-TG6541 series: page 3)
Mute
While mute is turned on, you can hear
the other party, but the other party
cannot hear you.
Handset
1 Press {MUTE} during conversation.
L{MUTE} flashes.
2 To return to the conversation, press
{MUTE} again.
Note:
L{MUTE} is a soft key visible on the
handset display during a call.
Base unit
Available for:
KX-TG6541 series (page 3)
1 Press {MUTE} during conversation.
L The SP-PHONE indicator on the
base unit flashes.
2 To return to the conversation, press
{MUTE} again.
Flash
{FLASH} allows you to use the special
features of your host PBX such as
transferring an extension call, or
accessing optional telephone services.
Note:
L To change the flash time, see page
26.
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Making/Answering Calls
For call waiting or Call Waiting
Caller ID service users
To use call waiting, you must first
subscribe to call waiting from your
service provider/telephone company.
This feature allows you to receive calls
while you are already talking on the
phone. If you receive a call while on the
phone, you will hear a call waiting tone.
If you subscribe to both Caller ID and
Call Waiting with Caller ID services,
the 2nd caller’s information is displayed
after you hear the call waiting tone on the
handset.
1 Press {CALL WAIT} to answer the
2nd call.
2 To switch between calls, press
{CALL WAIT}.
Note:
L Please contact your service provider/
telephone company for details and
availability of this service in your area.
Temporary tone dialing (for
rotary/pulse service users)
You can temporarily switch the dialing
mode to tone when you need to access
touch-tone services (for example,
answering services, telephone banking
services, etc.).
Press {*} (TONE) before entering
access numbers which require tone
dialing.
Handset clarity booster
This feature can improve sound clarity
when the handset is used in an area
where there may be interference. During
an outside call, this feature is turned on
automatically when necessary.
L When this feature is turned on, (
is displayed.
Call share
This feature allows you to join an
existing outside call.
Important:
L When the privacy mode is on, you
cannot join the conversation. Turn it
off.
Handset
To join the conversation, press {C}
when the other handset is on an outside
call.
Base unit
Available for:
KX-TG6541 series (page 3)
To join the conversation, press {SP-
PHONE} when the handset is on an
outside call.
Note for handset and base unit:
L A maximum of 4 parties (including 1
outside party) can join a conversation
using 3 extensions. (4-way
conference)
Privacy mode
When the privacy mode is “On”, the unit
prevents other users from joining your
conversations with outside callers. To
allow other users to join your
conversations (call share), leave this
feature off. The default setting is “Off”.
1 {MENU} i {#}{1}{9}{4}
2 {V}/{^}: Select “On” or “Off”.
3 {SAVE} i {OFF}
L When the privacy mode is turned
on, ! is displayed during an
outside call.
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Shared Phonebook
Shared phonebook
The shared phonebook allows you to
make calls without having to dial
manually. Any handset registered to the
base unit can use the shared
phonebook. You can add 50 names and
phone numbers to the shared
phonebook, and assign each
phonebook entry to the desired group.
Important:
L Only 1 person can access the shared
phonebook at a time.
L Caller ID subscribers can use group
ringer tone features (page 34).
Adding entries
{C} i {ADD}
1
2 Enter the party’s name (16
characters max.). i {OK}
3 Enter the party’s phone number (24
digits max.). i {OK}
4 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group.
i {SELECT} 2 times
L To add other entries, repeat from
step 2.
5 {OFF}
Character table for entering names
While entering characters, you can
switch between uppercase and
lowercase by pressing {*} (A→a).
Key Character
{1} Space & ’ ( ) ;
,–./1
{2} ABC2
abc2
{3} DEF3
def 3
Key Character
{4} GHI 4
ghi 4
{5} JKL5
jkl5
{6} MNO6
mn o 6
{7} PQRS7
pqrs7
{8} TUV8
tuv8
{9} WX Y Z 9
wxyz9
{0} Space 0
{#} #
L To enter another character that is
located on the same dial key, first
press {>} to move the cursor to the
next space.
L If you do not press any dial key within
5 seconds after entering a character,
the character is fixed and the cursor
moves to the next space.
Correcting a mistake
Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to
the character or number you want to
erase, then press {CLEAR}. Enter the
appropriate character or number.
L Press and hold {CLEAR} to erase all
characters or numbers.
Groups
Groups can help you find entries in the
phonebook quickly and easily. When
adding an entry to the phonebook, you
can assign it to one of 9 groups. You can
change the names of groups assigned
for phonebook entries (“Friends”,
“Family”, etc.) and then search for
phonebook entries by group. The group
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