Panasonic KX-TG8280FX User Manual

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Operating Instructions

Digital Cordless Answering System

Model No.

KX-TG8280FX

This unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller’s phone number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service.

Charge the batteries for about 7 hours before initial use.

To use this unit in your country, first change the unit’s region setting to match your country (page 31). Change the unit’s display language as needed (page 14).

(For Czech and Slovakia) This cordless telephone is possible to use according to General licence No.: VO-R/8/08.2005-23 (for Czech), VPR-7/2001 (for Slovakia).

Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference.

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Preparation

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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

Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Displays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Battery installation and replacement . 12

Battery charge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Screen saver mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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

Setting up the unit before use . . . . . . 14

C Making/Answering Calls

Making calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Useful features during a call . . . . . . . 19

Using the other line during a call . . . . 21

Multi-unit Operation

Operating additional units. . . . . . . . . 43

Registering a handset to the base unit

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Transferring calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Conference calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Copying phonebook entries . . . . . . . 47

Useful Information

Using the belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Character entry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Index

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

k Phonebook

Handset phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

N Handset Settings

Handset settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Special instructions for time settings . 27 Special instructions for ringer setup . 27

L Base Unit Settings

Base unit settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Special instructions for call options . . 31 Special instructions for other options 31

j Caller ID Service

Using Caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Voice mail service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

I Answering System Features

Answering system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Turning the answering system on/off. 36

Greeting message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Listening to messages. . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Direct command operation using the

handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Remote operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Answering system settings . . . . . . . . 41

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Preparation

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a new Panasonic digital cordless phone.

For your future reference

Attach or keep original receipt to assist with any repair under warranty.

Serial No. (found on the bottom of the base unit)

Date of purchase

Name and address of dealer

Note:

L This equipment is designed for use on the Czech, Slovakia, and Turkey analogue

telephone network.

L In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first

instance.

L For use on other countries, please contact your equipment supplier.

Declaration of Conformity:

L Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. declares that this equipment is in

compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive 1999/5/EC.

Declarations of Conformity for the relevant Panasonic products described in this manual are available for download by visiting:

http://www.doc.panasonic.de

Contact to Authorised Representative:

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

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Accessory information

Supplied accessories

No. Accessory items Quantity

1 AC adaptor for base unit (Part No. PQLV207CE) 1

2 4-wire telephone line cord with green plugs 1

3 2-wire telephone line cord with transparent plugs 1

4 Rechargeable batteries AAA (R03) size

(Part No. HHR-55AAAB)

5 Handset cover

6 Belt clip 1

*1 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.

1 2

Additional/replacement accessories

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.

No. Model No. Description

1 KX-TGA828FX Additional Digital Cordless Handset 2 PQZMGT1500 Wall-Mounting Adaptor 3 KX-TCA94EX Headset 4 KX-A272 DECT repeater

Note:

L When replacing the batteries, use only 2 rechargeable AAA (R03) size nickel metal

hydride (Ni-MH) batteries. We recommend using Panasonic rechargeable batteries (Model No. P03P).

L Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied

batteries.

3 4 5

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placed in rooms where the

Important information

General

L Use only the AC adaptor supplied with

this product, noted on page 4.

L Do not connect the AC adaptor to any

AC outlet other than a standard 220–240 V AC outlet.

L This product is unable to make calls

when: – the portable handset battery(ies)

need recharging or have failed. – there is a power failure. – the key lock feature is turned on.

L Do not open the base unit, charger, or

handset other than to replace the battery(ies).

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 power output is 250 mW (max.).) 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.

L Care should be taken that objects do

not fall onto, and liquids are not spilled into, the product. Do not subject this product to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration or shock.

Environment

L Do not use this product near water. L This product should be kept away

from heat sources such as radiators, cookers, etc. It should also not be

temperature is less than 5 °C or greater than 40 °C.

Warning:

L To prevent the risk of electrical shock,

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

L Unplug this product 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 emitting and contact an authorised service centre.

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.

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 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 Do not damage the power cord/plug.

This may cause a short circuit, electric shock, and/or fire.

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 product and is easily accessible.

Preparation

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Battery caution

L We recommend using the battery(ies)

noted on page 4. Use only

rechargeable battery(ies).

L Do not mix old and new batteries. L Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a

fire, as they may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions.

L Do not open or mutilate the

battery(ies). Released electrolyte from the battery(ies) 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.

L Only use a compatible base unit (or

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

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 the information such as phonebook or caller list entries from the memory before you dispose, transfer or return the product.

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

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

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LINE

HOL

REDIAL

CONF

VOL

PHONE

PAUSE

RECACA

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Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

G {LINE 1}

Line 1 indicator

H {LINE 2}

Line 2 indicator

I {STOP} J Intercom indicator K {TRANSFER} {INTERCOM} L Speaker M Antenna N Charge contacts O MIC (Microphone) P {REDIAL}

Controls

Q {CONF} (Conference) R {HOLD}

Base unit

ADBC EF

S Navigator key

{^}: Volume up/ {V}: Volume down/ {7}: Repeat/{8}: Skip

T {PAUS E}

LINE

IHGKJ

U {FLASH/RECALL} V {MUTE} W {SP-PHONE} (Speakerphone)

Speakerphone indicator

Handset

Preparation

J K

P Q RSO

C D E F G H

L M

N O

T U V W

A Display B {ERASE} C {GREETING} D {LINE SELECT} E {ANSWER ON}

Answer on indicator

F {MESSAGE}

Message indicator

REDIAL

CONF

HOL

PAUS E

MUMUTE

PHONE

VOL

A Speaker B Charge contacts C Display D Soft keys E Headset jack

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F {C} (Talk) G Navigator key ({^}/{V}/{<}/{>})

{k} (Phonebook) {R} (Redial/Pause)

H {s} (Speakerphone) I {R/FLASH} (Recall/Flash) J Charge indicator/Ringer indicator/

Message indicator

K Receiver L {ih} (Off/Power) M {C/T} (Clear/Mute) N {INT} (Intercom) {HOLD} O Microphone

Using the handset navigator key

Press {^}, {V}, {<}, or {>} to navigate through menus and to select items shown on the display.

Adjusting the receiver or speaker volume

Press {^} or {V} while on a call.

{^}

Volume up

{V}

Volume down

{>}

{<}

Displays

Base unit display icons

Icon Meaning

_ ~

E Flashes when message

!! Answering system

E Greeting message

L1 L2

Indicates the selected line(s) for answering system operations and settings. L When flashing: The

answering system is answering a call or playing a message on the line.

memory is full.

answers calls with a greeting message and caller messages are not recorded. (“Caller’s recording time”, page 42)

recording error L Recording was too short.

Try again.

Indicates the line 1 and/or line 2 ringer is off.

Handset display icons

Icon Meaning

w Within range of a base unit

L When flashing: Handset

is searching for base unit. (page 51)

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Icon Meaning

y z

Icon displayed at the top of the screen shows status, indicated by colour. – green: When using own

handset

– yellow: When using

another handset or the base unit

The line is in use. L When flashing:

– the call is put on hold

on that line.

– the answering system

is answering a call on that line.

L When flashing rapidly:

an incoming call is now being received on that line.

y Missed call

Answering system is on.

(page 36)

(page 33)

u When displayed with a

number: New messages have been recorded. (page 38)

n Answering system is full.

+ , *

Indicates the selected line(s) for answering system operations and settings.

Answering system

answers calls with a greeting message and caller messages are not recorded.

(“Caller’s

recording time”, page 42)

1 Battery level

e Alarm is on. (page 27) d Voice enhancer is set.

(page 20)

Icon Meaning

z Call privacy mode is on.

(page 21)

Ringer volume (page 24) is

L1 L2

off.

f Night mode is on.

(page 28)

[1] Handset number (standby

display setting, page 25)

New voice mail message

L1 L2

received

*2, *3

*1 Caller ID subscribers only *2 Corresponding line number(s) is

indicated next to the icon.

*3 Voice mail users only

Handset menu icons

When in standby mode, pressing the middle soft key reveals the handset’s main menu. From here you can access

various features and settings.

Icon Feature

j Caller List

J Ringer Setup

I Answer System

N Handset Setup

L Base Unit Setup

M Display Setup

(page 35)

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Preparation

Handset soft keys

The handset features 3 soft keys. By pressing a soft key, you can select the feature shown directly above it on the display.

Handset soft key icons

Icon Action

F Returns to the previous

screen.

% Selects line 1 or line 2 for

making a call.

PQSelects line 1 or line 2.

Connections

Connecting the AC adaptor

Connect the AC adaptor cord (A) by pressing the plug firmly (B).

(220–240 V, 50 Hz)

Hook

" Displays the menu. # Accepts the current

selection.

C Displays the phonebook

search menu.

! Turns the key lock feature

off. (page 20)

A Selects a character entry

mode.

R Switches between line 1,

line 2, or both during answering system operations and settings.

$ Stops recording or

playback.

D Inserts a dialling pause.

G Erases the selected item.

O Establishes a conference

call.

E No function

USE ONLY the supplied AC adaptor. Insert the AC adaptor plug until a short beep sounds.

Note:

L Never install telephone wiring during a

lightning storm.

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.

L The unit will not work during a power

failure. We recommend you connect a standard telephone on the same line for power protection.

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Preparation

Location

L For maximum distance and noise-free

operation, place your base unit: – away from electrical appliances

such as TVs, radios, personal

computers, or other phones. – in a convenient, high, and central

location.

Connecting the telephone line cord

Refer to one of the following methods depending on your situation:

– To connect to a 2-line telephone jack:

page 11

– To connect to 2 single-line telephone

jacks: page 11

– If you use the unit as a single-line

telephone only: page 11

Connect the telephone line cord until it clicks into the base unit and telephone line jack.

Important:

L If you use a telephone line cord which

is not supplied, the unit may not work properly.

To connect to a 2-line telephone jack

To connect to 2 single-line telephone jacks

“GREEN”

“Transparent” plug

If you use the unit as a single-line telephone only

“Transparent” plug

plug

4-wire cord

Line 2

2-wire cord

Line 1 To single-line telephone jacks

2-wire cord

To single-line telephone jack

“GREEN” plug

USE ONLY a line cord.

4-wire

4-wire cord

To 2-line telephone jack

telephone

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Preparation

Connecting a communication device

You can connect a communication device (computer, modem, fax, answering machine, etc.) through this unit using the DATA jack.

Example:

4-wire cord

To 2-line telephone jack

L Computer

2-wire cord

L If the communication device is in use,

use line 2 to make or answer other calls. Otherwise the communication device may not operate properly.

L If you connect the unit to 2 single-line

telephone jacks, prepare an extra telephone line cord for the DATA jack.

L Modem L Fax L

Answering machine

L When installing the batteries, avoid

touching the battery ends (S, T) or the unit contacts.

L When replacing batteries, we

recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 4, 6.

1 Press the notch on the handset

cover firmly and slide it in the direction of the arrow.

2 Insert the batteries negative (T)

end first. Close the handset cover.

Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY

Battery installation and replacement

Important:

L Use only the supplied rechargeable

batteries noted on page 4, 6.

L USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH

batteries AAA (R03) size.

L Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-

Cd batteries.

L Ensure correct polarities (S, T)

when installing the batteries.

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

dry cloth.

Note:

L When replacing batteries, remove the

old batteries.

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Battery level

Battery charge

Place the handset on the base unit for about 7 hours before initial use.

When charging, “Charging” will be displayed. When the batteries are fully charged, “Charge Completed” will be displayed.

L The charge indicator lights up when

the handset is placed on the base unit.

Battery icon Battery level

1 High

2 Medium

3 Low

Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance (supplied batteries)

Preparation

L When flashing:

Needs to be charged.

Note:

L It is normal for the handset to feel

warm during charging.

L If you want to use the unit

immediately, charge the batteries for at least 15 minutes.

L 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 the exposure of grease, dust, or high humidity.

Operation Operating

In continuous use 12 hours max.

In continuous standby mode

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 a combination of how often the handset is in use and how often it is not in use (standby).

L Even after the handset is fully

charged, the handset can be left on the base unit 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 and let it charge for at least 7 hours.

time

150 hours max.

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Preparation

Screen saver mode

The backlight will turn off completely after 1 minute of inactivity if the

handset is not on the base unit. Press {ih} to turn the display on again.

Turning the power on/off

Press {ih} for about 2 seconds to turn the power on/off.

Setting up the unit before use

Region settings

You can set the unit to use settings that match your country (page 31). The display language and other settings will change accordingly.

Note:

L The display language only changes

(to the selected country’s default setting) for the handset used to select the region setting. You must change the display language for all other handsets separately.

Display language

17 display languages are available.

You can select “Deutsch”, “English”, “Türkçe”, “Magyar”, “Polski”, “SlovenČina”, “ČeŠtina”, “Hrvatski”, “Slovenscina”, “Eesti”, “LIETUVIŠKAI”, “LatvieŠu”, “Românã”, “БЪЛГАРСКИ”, “Srpski”, “МАКЕДОНСКИ”, or “Shqip”.

Handset

1 {ih} i " 2 Select N by pressing {^}, {V}, {<} ,

or {>}. i #

3 Press {^} or {V} to select “Display

Setup”. i #

4 Press {^} or {V} to select “Select

Language”. i #

5 Press {^} or {V} to select the

desired language. i # i

{ih}

Note:

L If you select a language you cannot

read: {ih} i " i N i # i {V} 2 times i # i {V} 3 times i # i {^}/{V}: Select the desired language. i # i

{ih}

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Dialling mode (tone/pulse)

Change the dialling mode depending on your telephone line service. “Tone”: Select when you have a touchtone service. “Pulse”: Select when you have rotary/pulse service.

Handset

1 " (middle soft key) 2 Select L by pressing {^}, {V},

{<}, or {>}. i #

3 Press {^} or {V} to select “Call

Options”. i #

4 Press {^} or {V} to select “Dial

Mode”. i #

5 Press {^} or {V} to select the

desired setting. i # i {ih}

Note:

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.

Line selection mode

The line selection mode determines which line is selected when you press {C} on the handset or {SP-PHONE} on the base unit (when making/answering calls).

– “Auto” (default): When making a call,

line 1 will be selected. If that line is unavailable, line 2 will be selected. When answering a call, the ringing

line will be selected. – “Line1”: Line 1 is selected. – “Line2”: Line 2 is selected.

Date and time

Handset

" (middle soft key)

2 Select N by pressing {^}, {V}, {<},

or {>}. i #

3 Press {^} or {V} to select “Time

Settings”. i #

4 Press {^} or {V} to select “Set

Date & Time”. i #

5 Enter the current date, month, and

year. Example: 17 May, 2007

{1}{7} {0}{5} {0}{7}

6 Enter the current hour and minute.

Example: 3:30 PM {0}{3} {3}{0} i Press {*} until “03:30 PM” is displayed.

Handset line selection

Handset

1 " (middle soft key) 2 Select N by pressing {^}, {V}, {<},

or {>}. i #

3 Press {^} or {V} to select “Other

Options”. i #

4 Press {^} or {V} to select “Line

Select”. i #

5 Press {^} or {V} to select the

desired setting. i # i

{ih}

Note:

L You can select a line manually

regardless of the line selection mode

by pressing P or Q.

7 # i {ih}

Preparation

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Preparation

Base unit line selection

Handset

1 " (middle soft key) 2 Select L by pressing {^}, {V},

{<}, or {>}. i #

3 Press {^} or {V} to select “Other

Options”. i #

4 Press {^} or {V} to select “Line

Select”. i #

5 Press {^} or {V} to select the

desired setting. i # i

{ih}

Note:

L You can select a line manually

regardless of the line selection mode by pressing {LINE 1} or {LINE 2}.

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Making a call using the redial list

Making calls

Using the handset

Lift the handset and dial the phone number.

L To correct a digit, press {C/T}.

2 {C}

L An available line is automatically

selected and the line number is displayed. To change the line selection mode, see page 15.

L You can also select the line

manually by pressing P or Q.

3 When finished talking, press {ih}

or place the handset on the base unit.

Note:

L The line 1 or line 2 indicator on the

base unit lights while using the handset.

Speakerphone

1 During a conversation, press {s} to

turn on the speakerphone. L Speak alternately with the caller.

2 When finished talking, press

{ih}.

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} while on a call.

The last 10 phone numbers dialled are stored in the redial list (each 24 digits max.).

1 {R} 2 {^}/{V}: Select the desired number. 3 {C}/{s}

L If {s} is pressed and the other

party’s line is engaged, the unit will automatically redial multiple times. While the handset is waiting to redial, the ringer indicator will flash. To cancel, press {ih}.

Editing/erasing/storing

1 {R} 2 {^}/{V}: Select the desired number.

i "

3 Proceed with the desired operation.

■ Editing a number before calling it: {^}/{V}: “Edit and Call” i

# i Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor. i Edit the number. i {C} L You can also make a call by

pressing %, then pressing P or Q.

■ Erasing numbers:

{^}/{V}: “Erase” or “Erase All” i # i {^}/{V}: “Yes” i # i {ih}

■ Storing a number into the handset phonebook: {^}/{V}: “Add Phonebook” i

# i Enter a name (16 characters max.; page 49). i # i Edit the phone number if necessary. i # i {^}/{V}: Select the desired category (page 22). i # i

Making/Answering Calls

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Making/Answering Calls

{^}/{V}: “Save” i # i {ih}

Note:

L When editing:

– To erase a number, place the cursor

on the number, then press {C/T}.

– To insert a number, place the cursor

to the right of where you want to insert a number, then press the appropriate dial key.

2 {REDIAL}

L If the other party’s line is

engaged, the unit will automatically redial multiple times. While the base unit is waiting to redial, the speakerphone indicator will flash. To cancel, press {SP-PHONE}.

Pause (for PBX/long distance service users)

Using the base unit

{SP-PHONE}

L An available line is automatically

selected and the line 1 or line 2 indicator lights. To change the line selection mode, see page 15.

L You can also select the line

manually by pressing {LINE 1} or

{LINE 2}.

2 Dial the phone number.

L Speak alternately with the caller.

3 When finished talking, press

{SP-PHONE}.

Note:

L For best performance, use the

speakerphone in a quiet environment.

L While on a call, you can switch from

the speakerphone to the handset: – Press P or Q on the handset,

then press {SP-PHONE} on the base unit.

– If the handset is on the base unit,

just lift it up.

A pause is sometimes required when making calls using a PBX or long distance service. Example: If you have to dial {0} before dialling outside numbers manually, you will probably need to pause after dialling

{0} until you hear a dial tone.

Handset

1 {0} i {R} 2 Dial the phone number. i {C}

Base unit

1 {SP-PHONE} 2 {0} i {PA USE} 3 Dial the phone number.

Note:

L For handset and base unit:

– A 3 second pause is inserted each

time {R} on the handset or {PAUSE} on the base unit is pressed. Press repeatedly to create longer pauses.

Adjusting the speaker volume

Press {^} or {V} while on a call.

Redialling the last number dialled

1 {SP-PHONE}

L You can also select the line

manually by pressing {LINE 1} or {LINE 2}.

Answering calls

When an incoming call is being received, the ringer indicator on the handset and the line 1 or line 2 indicator on the base unit flash.

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Making/Answering Calls

Using the handset

Lift the handset and press {C} or {s} when the unit rings.

L The called line is automatically

selected. To change the line selection mode, see page 15.

L You can also answer the call by

pressing P or Q.

L You can also answer the call by

pressing any dial key from {0} to

{9}, {*}, or {#}. (Any key answer feature)

2 When finished talking, press {ih}

or place the handset on the base unit.

Auto talk feature

You can answer calls simply by lifting the handset off the base unit. You do not need to press {C}. To turn this feature on, see page 25.

Adjusting the ringer volume when receiving a call

Press {^} or {V}.

Using the base unit

{SP-PHONE}

L The called line is automatically

selected. To change the line selection mode, see page 15.

L You can also answer the call by

pressing {LINE 1} or {LINE 2}.

2 When finished talking, press

{SP-PHONE}.

Adjusting the ringer volume when receiving a call

Press {^} or {V}. L To turn the ringer volume off, press

and hold {V} until the beep sounds.

Useful features during a call

Hold

This feature allows you to put an outside call on hold.

Handset

1 Press {HOLD} during an outside

call.

2 Press {HOLD} again.

L To release the hold, press P or

Q that is flashing on the handset.

Base unit

Press {HOLD} during an outside call. L To release the hold, press {LINE 1} or

{LINE 2} that is flashing on the base

unit.

Note:

L For handset and base unit:

– If a call is kept on hold for more than

9 minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound. After 1 additional minutes on hold, the call is disconnected.

Mute

While mute is turned on, you will be able to hear the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.

Handset

To mute your voice, press {C/T}. L To return to the conversation, press

{C/T} again.

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Making/Answering Calls

Base unit

To mute your voice, press {MUTE}. L The speakerphone indicator flashes. L To return to the conversation, press

{MUTE} again.

Recall/Flash

Pressing {R/FLASH} on the handset or {FLASH/RECALL} on the base unit

allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services.

Note:

L To change the recall/flash time, see

page 29.

Handset key lock

The handset can be locked so that no calls or settings can be made. Incoming calls can be answered, but all other functions are disabled while key lock is on. To turn key lock on, press " (middle soft key) for about 2 seconds.

L ! is displayed. L To turn key lock off, press ! (middle

soft key) for about 2 seconds.

Note:

L Calls to emergency numbers cannot

be made until key lock is turned off.

Recording a telephone conversation (Handset)

Temporary tone dialling (for rotary/pulse service users)

You can temporarily switch the dialling mode to tone when you need to access touch-tone services (e.g., telephone banking services).

1 Make a call. 2 Press {*} when prompted to enter

your code or PIN, then press the appropriate dial keys.

Note:

L The dialling mode will return to pulse

when you hang up.

Important:

L Before recording a conversation, you

should inform the other party that the conversation will be recorded.

1 Press " during an outside call. 2 {^}/{V}: “Record Call” i # 3 To stop recording, press $.

Note:

L The conversation will be recorded on

line 1 or line 2 depending on which line you use.

L To listen to the recorded conversation,

see page 38.

Handset voice enhancer

You can change the tone quality of the receiver while you are on a call.

1 Press " during a call. 2 {^}/{V}: “Voice Enhancer” i

3 {^}/{V}: “High Tone” or “Low

Tone” i #

L d is displayed.

Call share

This feature allows a third person to join an existing outside call.

Handset

To join the conversation, press P or Q to select the line that is being used

by another extension for an outside call.

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Making/Answering Calls

Base unit

Handset

To join the conversation, press {LINE 1} or {LINE 2} to select the line that is being used by another extension for an outside call.

Call privacy

Call privacy allows you to prevent other users from joining your conversations with outside callers. To allow other users to join your conversations, leave this feature off. The default setting is “Off”.

Handset

1 Press " during an outside call. 2 {^}/{V}: “Privacy” i # 3 {^}/{V}: “On” or “Off” i #

L When this feature is turned on, z

is displayed.

Note:

L This feature will turn off after you hang

up the call.

Using the other line during a call

You can use the other line in the following ways:

– When a call is being received on the

other line during a conversation, the interrupt tone will sound. y or z on the handset, or the line 1 or line 2 indicator on the base unit will flash rapidly. You can answer the 2nd call while holding the 1st call.

– During an outside call, you can also

make a call using the other line by holding the 1st call.

Example: If you are using line 1

1 Press {HOLD} 2 times to put the 1st

call (line 1) on hold.

2 Press Q to make or answer a 2nd

call.

L To hold the 2nd call, press

{HOLD} 2 times.

3 To return to the 1st call (line 1),

press P.

Note:

L If you subscribe to Caller ID, the 2nd

caller’s information is displayed when a call is being received on the other line (page 33).

Base unit

Example: If you are using line 1

1 Press {HOLD} to put the 1st call

(line 1) on hold.

2 Press {LINE 2} to make or answer a

2nd call.

L To hold the 2nd call, press

{HOLD}.

3 To return to the 1st call (line 1),

press {LINE 1}.

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Phonebook

4 {^}/{V}: “Category Name” i

Handset phonebook

The handset phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can add 200 names and phone numbers to the handset phonebook, assign each handset phonebook entry to the desired category.

5 Edit the name (10 characters max.;

page 49). i # i {ih}

Finding and calling a handset phonebook entry

Scrolling through all entries

1 {k}

Adding entries

{k} i "

1 2 {^}/{V}: “New Entry” i # 3 Enter the party’s name (16

characters max.; page 49). i #

4 Enter the party’s phone number (24

digits max.). i #

5 {^}/{V}: Select the desired category.

i #

6 {^}/{V}: “Save” i # i

{ih}

Handset Settings

Handset settings

To customise the handset:

1 " (middle soft key) 2 Select N by pressing {^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}. i # 3 Press {^} or {V} to select the desired item in the handset settings menu. i # 4 Press {^} or {V} to select the desired item in the sub-menu. i #

L In some cases, you may need to select from a second sub-menu. i #

5 Press {^} or {V} to select the desired setting. i #

L This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed. L To exit the operation, press {ih}.

Note:

L The current item or setting is highlighted on the display.

Menu Sub-menu

(default setting)

Time Settings Set Date & Time

page 15

Alarm

page 27

Ringer Setup Ringer Volume

For handset

Ext. Ringtone

For outside calls

Int. Ringtone

For intercom calls (“Ringtone 3”)

Night Mode Start/End

Sub-menu 2 (default setting)

—

Line1

(Maximum)

Line2

(Maximum)

Line1 (“Ringtone 1”)

Line2 (“Ringtone 2”)

(23:00/06:00): page 27

On/Off (“Off”): page 28

Ring Delay (“60 sec.”): page 28

Select Category

page 28

*2, *3

—

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rkiye

Slovensko

Sloven

ina

esk

republika

tina

“

Other

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Handset Settings

Menu Sub-menu

(default setting)

Display Setup Wallpaper

Sub-menu 2 (default setting)

—

(“Wallpaper1”)

Display Colour

—

(“Colour1”)

Standby Display

(“Off”)

Select Language

(“English”)

: page 14

Contrast

—

(“Contrast 3”)

——

page 43

Other Options New Msg. Alert

(“Off”)

Keytones

—

(“On”)

Line Select

—

(“Auto”): page 15

Auto Talk

(“Off”): page 19

—

*1 When the ringer volume is turned off, is displayed followed by the selected line

number(s) and the handset does not ring for outside calls. However, even when the ringer volume for both lines is turned off, the handset will still ring: – at the minimum level for alarm and intercom calls – at the maximum level for paging

*2 If you select one of the melody ringtones, the ringtone will continue to sound for

several seconds if the caller hangs up before you answer. You may hear a dial tone or no one on the line when you answer a call.

Copyrights Vision Inc.

*4 “Off”: Displays the current date and time only.

“Handset Number”: Displays the handset number such as “[1]”.

*5 The default display language will be as follows if you select the following regional

codes when changing the unit’s region setting (page 31):

““Türkiye “Slovensko “

“

Other

” = “Türkrkçe”

esk

á republika

” = “English

” = “Sloven

” = “ČeŠtina

”

ina

”

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Handset Settings

*6 This feature alerts you when new answering messages have been recorded (page

36). The message indicator on the handset flashes until you have listened to all new messages. While message alert is on, battery operating time is shortened (page 13).

*7 If you set the line selection mode from “Auto” to “Line1” or “Line2” (page 15),

the auto talk feature will function for that line only. If the other line receives a call, the auto talk feature does not function.

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L If you select “Once”, the setting will

Special instructions

change to “Off” after the alarm sounds.

for time settings

Handset Settings

Alarm

An alarm will sound for 3 minutes at the set time once or daily. Set the date and time beforehand (page 15).

1 " (middle soft key) i N i

2 {^}/{V}: “Time Settings” i

3 {^}/{V}: “Alarm” i # 2 times 4 {^}/{V}: Select an alarm mode. i

“Off”

Turns alarm off. Press # again, then press {ih} to finish.

“Once”

The alarm sounds once at the set time. Enter the desired date and month.

“Daily”

An alarm sounds daily at the set time.

5 Enter the desired hour and minute.

i #

6 {^}/{V}: Select the desired ringtone.

i #

7 {^}/{V}: “Save” i # i

{ih} L When the alarm is set, e is

displayed.

Note:

L To stop the alarm, press any dial key. L The ringer volume for alarm follows

the higher volume level of the 2 lines (page 24).

L When in talk or intercom mode, the

alarm will not sound until the call has ended.

Special instructions for ringer setup

Night mode

Night mode allows you to select a block of time during which the handset will not ring for outside calls. This feature is useful for times when you do not want to be disturbed, for example, while sleeping. Using the handset phonebook’s category feature (page 22), you can also select categories of callers whose calls will override night mode and ring the handset (Caller ID subscribers only). Set the date and time beforehand (page

15).

Note:

L We recommend turning the base unit

ringer off for line 1 and line 2 (page 29) in addition to turning the night mode feature on.

Setting the start and end time

1 " (middle soft key) i N i

2 {^}/{V}: “Ringer Setup” i # 3 {^}/{V}: “Night Mode” i # 4 {^}/{V}: “Start/End” i # 5 Enter the desired hour and minute

you wish to start this feature.

6 Enter the desired hour and minute

you wish to end this feature.

7 # i {ih}

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Handset Settings

Turning night mode on/off

1 " (middle soft key) i N i

L To cancel a selected category

number, press the number again. The number will stop flashing.

6 {ih}

2 {^}/{V}: “Ringer Setup” i # 3 {^}/{V}: “Night Mode” i # 4 {^}/{V}: “On/Off” i # 5 {^}/{V}: “On” or “Off” i #

i {ih} L When the night mode is set, f is

displayed.

Setting the ring delay

This setting allows the handset to ring during night mode if the caller waits long enough. After the selected amount of time passes, the handset will ring. If you select “No Ringing”, the handset will never ring during night mode.

1 " (middle soft key) i N i

2 {^}/{V}: “Ringer Setup” i # 3 {^}/{V}: “Night Mode” i # 4 {^}/{V}: “Ring Delay” i # 5 {^}/{V}: Select the desired setting.

i # i {ih}

Note:

L When the answering system answers

the call, this feature does not work.

Selecting categories to bypass night mode

1 " (middle soft key) i N i

2 {^}/{V}: “Ringer Setup” i # 3 {^}/{V}: “Night Mode” i # 4 {^}/{V}: “Select Category” i

5 Press the desired category

numbers. i # L The selected category number

will flash.

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Base Unit Settings

Base unit settings

To customise the base unit using the handset:

1 " (middle soft key) 2 Select L by pressing {^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}. i # 3 Press {^} or {V} to select the desired item in the base unit settings menu. i

4 Press {^} or {V} to select the desired item in the sub-menu. i #

L In some cases, you may need to select from a second sub-menu. i #

5 Press {^} or {V} to select the desired setting. i #

L This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed. L To exit the operation, press {ih}.

Note:

L The current item or setting is highlighted on the display.

Menu Sub-menu

(default setting)

Ringer Setup Ringer Volume

For base unit

Ext. Ringtone

For outside calls

Call Options Dial Mode

(“Tone”): page 15

Recall/Flash

Recall/Flash time

Call Restrict

page 31

Sub-menu 2 (default setting)

Line1

(Medium)

Line2

(Medium)

Line1 (“Ringtone 1”)

Line2 (“Ringtone 2”)

Line1 (“600 msec.”

Line2 (“600 msec.”

Line1

Line2

—

)

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Base Unit Settings

Menu Sub-menu

(default setting)

Other Options Line Select

Sub-menu 2 (default setting)

—

(“Auto”): page 15

Base Unit PIN

Change base unit PIN (“0000”). – Enter the current 4-digit base unit

PIN.

—

– Enter the new 4-digit base unit

PIN. i # i {ih}

Repeater Mode

—

(“Off”): page 44

Country

— Change the unit’s region setting (“Other”): page 31

*1 When the ringer volume is turned off, and/or is displayed and the

base unit does not ring for outside calls. However, when the ringer volume for both lines is turned off, the base unit will still ring at the minimum level for intercom calls.

*2 Change the recall/flash time, if necessary, depending on the requirements of

your service provider/telephone company or PBX.

*3 When using the unit in Czech/Slovakia/Turkey, select the recall/flash time as

follows: Czech/Slovakia = “100 msec.” Turkey = “200 msec.” If you change the unit’s region setting/reset the base unit, the recall/flash time will be reset to the default setting. In this case, select the recall/flash time again.

*4 If you change the PIN, please make note of your new PIN. The unit will not

reveal the PIN to you.

*5 If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre.

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9 Enter the phone number or area

Special instructions for call options

code to be restricted (8 digits max.).

i # i {ih} L To erase a restricted number,

press {C/T}.

Setting call restriction

The dialling of certain numbers can be restricted. You can assign up to 6 phone numbers for each line, and select which unit (the base unit and/or selected handsets) to be restricted. Storing area codes will prevent the restricted units from dialling any phone number in that area code.

1 " (middle soft key) i L i

2 {^}/{V}: “Call Options” i # 3 {^}/{V}: “Call Restrict” i

4 Enter the base unit PIN (default:

“0000”).

L If you forget your PIN, consult

your nearest Panasonic service centre.

5 {^}/{V}: “Line1” or “Line2” i

L The base unit extension number

“0” and the extension numbers of all registered handsets will be displayed.

6 Set which extensions will be

restricted by pressing the desired number.

L Flashing numbers indicate call

restriction is turned on for the corresponding extension.

L To turn call restriction off for an

extension, press the number again. The number will stop flashing.

7 # 8 {^}/{V}: Select a memory location.

i #

Special instructions for other options

Changing the unit’s region setting/Resetting the base unit

" (middle soft key) i L i #

2 {^}/{V}: “Other Options” i

3 {^}/{V}: “Country” i # 4 {^}/{V}: Select the desired country.

i #

“Türkiye” = Turkey “Slovensko” = Slovakia “

eská republika” = Czech

“Other” = countries except Turkey, Slovakia and Czech

5 {^}/{V}: “Yes” i # i {ih}

Note:

L The following items will be deleted or

reset to their default settings: – Settings listed on page 29, 41 – Caller list

L The following items will be retained:

– Date and time – Repeater mode – Recordings, including your greeting

message, caller messages, and recorded conversations

L If you select the desired country in

step 4, the following default settings

Base Unit Settings

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Base Unit Settings

will be changed for the selected country’s default settings: – Display language (page 25) – Number of rings to turn on the

answering system remotely

L According to your country selection in

step 4, the answering system announcement language changes as follows:

– “Türkiye” = Turkish – “

eská republika” = Czech

– “Slovensko” and “Other” = English

L After changing the unit’s region

setting/resetting the base unit, certain icons displayed on the base unit will disappear for a moment and w will flash on the handset momentarily. This is normal. The handset can be used once w stops flashing.

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number of missed calls are shown on the

Using Caller ID service

Important:

L This unit is Caller ID compatible. To

use Caller ID features (such as displaying caller phone numbers), you must subscribe to Caller ID service. Consult your service provider/telephone company for details.

Caller ID features

When an outside call is received, the caller’s phone number will be displayed. L Phone numbers of the last 50 callers

will be logged in the caller list.

L While listening to a message recorded

by the answering system using the handset, you can call back the caller without having to dial the phone number (page 39).

L When caller information is received

and it matches a phone number stored in the unit’s phonebook:

– The stored name will be displayed

and logged in the caller list.

– The handset will use the display

colour and ringtone assigned to the caller’s category.

L If the unit is connected to a PBX

system, you may not receive the caller information.

L When the caller dialled from an area

which does not provide Caller ID service, “Out of Area” will be displayed.

L When the caller requested not to send

caller information, either no information or “Private Caller” will be displayed.

Missed calls

If a call is not answered, the unit treats the call as a missed call. y and the

display. This lets you know if you should view the caller list to see who called while you were out.

Call Waiting Caller ID display (Turkey only)

If you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services, the 2nd caller’s information is dis played after you hear a Call Waiting tone. You can answer the 2nd call, keeping the 1st call on hold.

Note:

L Please contact your service

provider/telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area.

Category features for handset phonebook

Categories can help you identify who is calling by using different ringtones and display colours for different categories of callers. When adding an entry to the handset phonebook you can assign it to the desired category (page 22). When a call is received from a caller assigned to a category, the category’s display colour and ringtone you selected are used.

Changing category ringtones

If you select “Ext. Ringtone”, the unit will use the external ringtone you set for each line on page 24 when calls from this category are received. The default setting is “Ext. Ringtone”.

1 {k} i " 2 {^}/{V}: “Category” i # 3 {^}/{V}: Select a category. i # 4 {^}/{V}: Select the current setting of

the category ringtone. i #

5 {^}/{V}: Select the desired ringtone.

i # i {ih}

Caller ID Service

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Caller ID Service

Changing category display colours

If you select “Display Colour”, the unit will use the display colour you set on page 25 when calls from this category are received. The default setting is

“Display Colour”.

1 {k} i " 2 {^}/{V}: “Category” i # 3 {^}/{V}: Select a category. i # 4 {^}/{V}: Select the current setting of

the category colour. i #

5 {^}/{V}: Select the desired colour.

i # i {ih}

Caller list

Viewing the caller list and calling back

" (middle soft key) i j i

2 Press {V} to search from the most

recent call, or press {^} to search from the oldest call.

L c and d indicate which line the

caller information was received from.

L If the item has already been

viewed or answered, “Q” is displayed, even if it was viewed or answered using another handset.

3 {C}

L Automatically uses the line you

set in line selection mode (page

15) to call back. When the line selection mode is set to “Auto”, the indicated line (c or d) is used for the call. If the indicated line is already being used or you want to select the other line, press P or Q.

Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back

" (middle soft key) i j i #

2 {^}/{V}: Select the desired entry.

i "

3 {^}/{V}: “Edit and Call” i

4 Edit the number.

L Press dial key ({0} to {9}) to add,

{C/T} to delete.

5 {C}

L If the indicated line is already

being used or you want to select the other line, press % then select P or Q.

Erasing caller information

" (middle soft key) i j i

2 {^}/{V}: Select the desired entry.

i "

3 {^}/{V}: “Erase” or “Erase All”

i #

4 {^}/{V}: “Yes” i # i {ih}

Storing caller information into the handset phonebook

" (middle soft key) i j i #

2 {^}/{V}: Select the desired entry.

i "

3 {^}/{V}: “Add Phonebook” i

4 Continue from step 3, “Adding

entries”, page 22.

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Voice mail service

Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your service provider/telephone company. If you subscribe to this service, your service provider/telephone company’s voice mail system will answer calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone or when your line is busy. Messages are recorded by your service provider/telephone company, not your telephone. When you have new messages, e will be displayed on the handset followed by the line number(s) that received the messages. Please consult your service provider/telephone company for details of this service.

Note:

L If e still remains on the display even

after you have listened to new messages, turn it off by pressing and holding {C/T} for 2 seconds.

L To use the voice mail service provided

by your service provider/telephone company rather than the unit’s answering system, turn off the answering system (page 36). For details, see page 42.

Caller ID Service

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Answering System Features

L{ANSWER ON} lights up.

Answering system

The answering system can answer and record calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone. You can also record phone conversations (page 20).

Important:

L Only 1 person can access the

answering system (listen to messages, record a greeting message, etc.) at a time.

L When callers leave messages, the

unit records the date and time of each message. Make sure the date and time have been set (page 15).

Memory capacity

The total recording capacity (including your greeting message, caller messages, and recorded conversations) is about 40 minutes. A maximum of 64 messages can be recorded.

Note:

L If message memory becomes full:

– “Answer Sys. Full” is shown

on the handset display

– E and the number of messages

flash on the base unit display

– {MESSAGE} on the base unit

flashes rapidly

■ To turn off:

Press {ANSWER ON}. L{ANSWER ON} turns off.

Handset

■ To turn on:

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 Press R repeatedly to select

the desired line(s).

3 {^}/{V}: “Answer On” i #

i {ih}

■ To turn off:

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 {^}/{V}: “Answer Off” i #

i {ih}

Note:

L When the answering system is turned

on, u is displayed followed by the selected line number(s).

Greeting message

When the unit answers a call, callers are greeted by a greeting message. Greeting messages can be recorded in either of the following ways: – for line 1 and line 2 separately – for line 1 and line 2 using a shared

greeting

Turning the answering system on/off

Base unit

■ To tu rn o n :

Press {LINE SELECT} repeatedly to select the desired line(s). i

{ANSWER ON}

Recording a greeting message

You can record your own greeting message (50 seconds max. for each greeting).

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Answering System Features

Base unit

Handset

1 Press {LINE SELECT} repeatedly

to select the desired line(s).

2 Press and hold {GREETING} for

about 1 second. L Speak clearly about 20 cm away

from the microphone.

3 Press {STOP} to stop recording.

Handset

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 Press R repeatedly to select the

desired line(s).

3 {^}/{V}: “Record Greeting” i

L Hold the handset about 20 cm

away and speak clearly into the microphone.

4 Press $ to stop recording. 5 {ih}

Using a pre-recorded greeting message

If you erase or do not record your own greeting message, the unit plays a prerecorded greeting message for callers and asks them to leave messages. If the message recording time (page 42) is set to “Greeting Only”, caller messages will not be recorded and the unit will play a different pre-recorded greeting message asking callers to call again.

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 Press R repeatedly to select the

desired line(s).

3 {^}/{V}: “Play Greeting” i

4 {ih}

Erasing the greeting message

If you erase your own greeting message, the unit will play a pre-recorded greeting message for callers.

Base unit

1 Press {LINE SELECT} repeatedly

to select the desired line(s).

2 Press {GREETING}, then press

{ERASE} during playback.

Handset

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 Press R repeatedly to select the

desired line(s).

3 {^}/{V}: “Erase Message” i

4 {^}/{V}: “Erase Greeting” i

5 {^}/{V}: “Yes” i # i {ih}

Playing back the greeting message

Base unit

Press {LINE SELECT} repeatedly to select the desired line(s).

2 {GREETING}

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Answering System Features

Handset

Listening to messages

Listening to new/all messages

Note:

L When {MESSAGE} on the base unit

flashes rapidly, the message memory is full (“Memory capacity”, page 36).

Base unit

When you have new messages, {MESSAGE} flashes. Press {MESSAGE} . L If new messages have been recorded,

the base unit plays back only new messages.

L If there are no new messages, the

base unit plays back all messages.

Handset

When you have new messages: – the message indicator flashes if the

message alert feature (page 25) has been turned on

– u is displayed on the handset with

the total number of new messages

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 {^}/{V}: “Play New Msg.” or

“Play All Msg.” i #

Playing back messages for the desired line(s)

Base unit

Press {LINE SELECT} repeatedly to select the desired line(s), then press

{MESSAGE}.

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 Press R repeatedly to select the

desired line(s).

3 {^}/{V}: “Play New Msg.” or

“Play All Msg.” i #

Operations during playback

■ To adjust the speaker volume:

Press {^} or {V}.

■ To repeat a message:

– for the base unit, press {7} – for the handset, press {<}

If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a message, the previous message will be played.

■ To skip a message:

– for the base unit, press {8} – for the handset, press {>}

■ To stop a message:

– for the base unit, press {STOP} – for the handset, press $

■ To erase a message:

– for the base unit, press {ERASE} – for the handset, press G i

{^}/{V}: “Yes” i #

Erasing all messages

Erasing all messages for both line 1 and line 2

Base unit

1 Press {ERASE}.

L _ and ~ is displayed.

2 Press {ERASE} again.

Handset

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

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2 {^}/{V}: “Erase Message” i

3 {^}/{V}: “Erase All” i #

L y and z is displayed.

4 {^}/{V}: “Yes” i # i {ih}

Erasing all messages for the desired line(s)

Base unit

Press {LINE SELECT} repeatedly to select the desired line(s), then press

{ERASE} 2 times.

Handset

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 Press R repeatedly to select the

desired line(s).

3 {^}/{V}: “Erase Message” i

4 {^}/{V}: “Erase All” i # 5 {^}/{V}: “Yes” i # i {ih}

Calling back using the handset (Caller ID subscribers only)

If caller information was received for the call, you can call the caller back while listening to a message.

Editing the number before calling back

1 Press " during playback. 2 {^}/{V}: “Edit and Call” i

3 Edit the number. 4 {C}

L If the indicated line is already

being used or you want to select the other line, press % then press P or Q.

Direct command operation using the handset

You can operate the answering system by pressing dial keys, rather than navigating through the menus. To use the following commands:

" (middle soft key) i I i # i Press R repeatedly to select the

desired line(s) if necessary.

Key Operation

{1} Repeat message

{2} Skip message (during

1 Press " during playback. 2 {^}/{V}: “Call Back” i # 3 {C}

L Automatically uses the line you

set in line selection mode (page

{3} Enter the “Settings”

{4} Play new messages

{5} Play all messages

{6} Play greeting message

{7}{6} Record greeting

{9} Stop (recording,

(during playback)

playback)

message

playback)

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Key Operation

{0} Turn answering system

{*}{4} Erase currently playing

{*}{5} Erase all messages

{*}{6} Erase greeting

{#}{1} i {8}

{#}{2} i {8}

{#}{0}

i {8}

*1 If pressed within the first 5

seconds of a message, the previous message will be played.

*2 When you press a line selection

number ({#}{1}, {#}{2}, or {#}{0}), the selected line(s) is announced, then press {8}.

off

message

Turn answering system

on for line 1 only

Turn answering system

on for line 2 only

Turn answering system

on for both line 1 and line 2

unauthorised parties from listening to your messages remotely.

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 {^}/{V}: “Settings” i # 3 {^}/{V}: “Remote Code” i # 4 To turn on remote operation, enter a

3-digit remote access code. L To turn off remote operation,

press {*}.

5 # i {ih}

Using the answering system remotely

Dial your phone number from a

touch-tone phone.

2 After the greeting message starts,

enter your remote access code. L The unit will announce the

number of new messages.

3 Enter remote commands.

Note:

L You can hang up at any time.

Remote operation

Using a touch-tone phone, you can call your phone number from outside and access the unit to listen to messages or change answering system settings.

Important:

L In order to operate the answering

system remotely, you must first turn on remote operation by setting a remote access code. This code must be entered each time you operate the answering system remotely.

Turning remote operation on

A 3-digit remote access code must be entered when operating the answering system remotely. This code prevents

Remote commands

1 Select the desired line(s) while you

are accessing the answering system if necessary. For line 1: {#}{1} For line 2: {#}{2} For line 1 and line 2: {#}{0}

2 Press the desired dial keys.

Key Operation

{1} Repeat message

(during playback)

{2} Skip message (during

playback)

{4} Play new messages

{5} Play all messages

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Key Operation

{6} Play greeting message

{#}{1}{7} Record a greeting

message for line 1 only

{#}{2}{7} Record a greeting

message for line 2 only

{#}{0}{7} Record a common

greeting message for both line 1 and line 2

{#}{1}{8} Turn answering system

on for line 1 only

{#}{2}{8} Turn answering system

on for line 2 only

{#}{0}{8} Turn answering system

on for both line 1 and line 2

{9} Stop (recording,

playback)

{0} Turn answering system

off

{*}{4} Erase currently playing

message

{*}{5} Erase all messages

{*}{6} Erase greeting

message (during greeting message playback)

{*}{#} End remote operation

(or hang up)

*1 If pressed within the first 5

seconds of a message, the previous message will be played.

1 Dial your phone number from a

touch-tone phone.

2 Let the phone ring 9 times.

L Turkey:

If you change the unit’s region setting to (page 31), the phone rings 10 times.

L A long beep will be heard.

3 Enter your remote access code

within 10 seconds after the long beep. L The greeting message is played

back.

L You can hang up, or enter your

remote access code again and begin remote operation.

Skipping the greeting message to leave a message

You can leave a message just as any outside caller can. Call your phone number from a touch-tone phone. When the answering system picks up, press {*} to skip the greeting message and record your message after the beep.

Answering system settings

If the base unit is reset to its default settings (page 31), the following answering system-related settings will be reset.

““Türkiye

”

Turning on the answering system remotely

If the answering system is turned off, you can turn it on remotely by calling the selected line in “Turning the answering system on/off”, page 36.

Setting (default setting) Page

Answering system on/off (Answer On)

Remote access code (—)

Number of rings (4 Rings)

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Answering System Features

Setting (default setting) Page

Caller’s recording time (3 Minutes)

Call screening (On)

Number of rings

You can change the number of times the phone rings before the unit answers calls. You can select 2 to 6 rings, or

“Auto”. “Auto”: The unit answers after 2 rings

when new messages have been recorded, and after 5 rings when there are no new messages. If you call your phone from outside to listen to new messages (page 40), you will know that there are no new messages when the phone rings for the 3rd time. You can then hang up without being charged for the call.

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 {^}/{V}: “Settings” i #

If your service provider/telephone company cannot do this, set this unit’s “Number of Rings” setting so that this unit’s answering system answers calls before your service provider/telephone company’s voice mail service tries to answer your calls. It is necessary to check the number of rings required to activate the voice mail service provided by your service provider/telephone company before changing this setting.

Caller’s recording time

You can change the maximum message recording time allotted to each caller, or set the unit to greet callers but not record messages.

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 {^}/{V}: “Settings” i # 3 {^}/{V}: “Recording Time” i

4 {^}/{V}: Select the desired setting.

i # i {ih}

3 {^}/{V}: “Number of Rings” i

4 {^}/{V}: Select the desired setting.

i # i {ih}

For voice mail service subscribers

Please note the following: – To receive messages correctly with

your voice mail service, we recommend that you do not use the unit’s answering system. Make sure that the answering system is turned off (page 36).

– If you would rather use the unit’s

answering system than the voice mail service provided by your service provider/telephone company, ask your service provider/telephone company to deactivate your voice mail service.

Call screening

While a caller is leaving a message, you can screen the call through all unit speakers.

1 " (middle soft key) i I i

2 {^}/{V}: “Settings” i # 3 {^}/{V}: “Call Screening” i

4 {^}/{V}: “On” or “Off” i # i

{ih}

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L If all registered handsets start

Operating additional units

Additional handsets

Up to 6 handsets can be registered to a single base unit.

Important:

L The additional handset model

recommended for use with this unit is noted on page 4. If other model handset is used, certain operations (handset settings, base unit settings, etc.) may not be available.

L Additional handsets will give you the

freedom to, for example, have an intercom call with another handset while a third handset is on an outside call.

Registering a handset to the base unit

The supplied handset and base unit are pre-registered. When you purchase an additional handset, refer to the additional handset’s installation manual for registration. If for some reason the handset is not registered to the base unit (for example, w flashes even when the handset is near the base unit), register the handset.

1 " (middle soft key) i N i

2 {^}/{V}: “Register H.set” i

3 Press and hold {INTERCOM} on the

base unit for about 3 seconds, until the registration tone sounds.

ringing, press {INTERCOM} to stop, then repeat this step.

L After pressing {INTERCOM}, the

rest of this procedure must be completed within 90 seconds.

4 Wait until “Enter Base PIN” is

displayed. i Enter the base unit PIN (default: “0000”). i #

L If you forget your PIN, consult

your nearest Panasonic service centre.

L When the handset has been

registered successfully, w will stop flashing. If the key tone is turned on (page 25), a confirmation tone will be heard.

Deregistering a handset

A handset can cancel its own registration (or the registration of another handset) that is stored in the base unit. This will allow the base unit to “forget” the handset.

1 " (middle soft key) i L i

2 Enter “335”. 3 {^}/{V}: “Deregistration” i

L The numbers of all handsets

registered to the base unit are displayed.

4 Select the handset(s) you want to

cancel, by pressing the desired handset number. i #

L The selected handset number(s)

will flash.

L To cancel a selected handset

number, press the number again. The number will stop flashing.

5 {^}/{V}: “Yes” i #

L A long beep will sound as each

handset number disappears.

Multi-unit Operation

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L The handset does not beep when

cancelling its own registration.

6 {ih}

Note:

L You can locate a misplaced handset

by paging it (handset locator).

Increasing the range of the base unit

You can increase the signal range of the base unit by using a DECT repeater. Please use only the Panasonic DECT repeater noted on page 4. Consult your Panasonic dealer for details.

Important:

L Before registering the repeater to this

base unit, you must turn the repeater mode on.

L Do not use more than one repeater at

a time.

Setting the repeater mode

1 " (middle soft key) i L i

2 {^}/{V}: “Other Options” i

3 {^}/{V}: “Repeater Mode” i

4 {^}/{V}: “On” or “Off” i #

i {ih}

Note:

L After turning repeater mode on or off,

certain icons displayed on the base unit will disappear for a moment and w will flash on the handset momentarily. This is normal. The handset can be used once w stops flashing.

Making an intercom call

Handset

{INT}

2 To page the base unit, press {0}.

To page another handset, enter its extension number ({1} – {6}).

L To stop paging, press {ih}.

3 When you finish talking, press

{ih}.

Base unit

1 {INTERCOM}

L When only 1 handset is

registered, the base unit pages the handset automatically.

2 To page a specific handset, enter its

extension number ({1} – {6}). To page all handsets, press {0}.

L To stop paging, press

{INTERCOM}.

L When you page all handsets, only

the handset user who answers first can take the intercom call.

3 When you finish talking, press

{SP-PHONE}.

Note:

L When more than 2 handsets are

registered, the base unit pages all handsets a few seconds after pressing {INTERCOM} in step 1.

Intercom

Intercom calls can be made: – between a handset and the base unit – between handsets

Answering an intercom call

Handset

Press {C} to answer the page.

2 When you finish talking, press

{ih}.

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Base unit

1 Press {INTERCOM} to answer the

page.

2 When you finish talking, press

{SP-PHONE}.

Note:

L For handset and base unit:

– The ringer volume for intercom calls

follows the higher volume level of the 2 lines (page 24, 29).

Transferring calls

Outside calls can be transferred between 2 people.

Handset

1 During an outside call, press {INT}

to put the call on hold.

2 To page the base unit, press {0}.

To page another handset, enter its extension number ({1} – {6}).

3 Wait for the paged party to answer.

L If the paged party does not

answer, press P or Q that is flashing on the handset to return to the outside call.

4 To complete the transfer, press

{ih}.

Base unit

1 During an outside call, press

{INTERCOM} to put the call on hold. L When only 1 handset is

registered, the base unit pages the handset automatically.

2 To page a specified handset, enter

its extension number ({1} – {6}). To page all handsets, press {0}.

L When you page all handsets, only

the handset user who answers first can take the transferred call.

3 Wait for the paged party to answer.

L If the paged party does not

answer, press the flashing {LINE 1} or {LINE 2} to return to the outside call.

4 To complete the transfer, press

{SP-PHONE}.

Note:

L When more than 2 handsets are

registered, the base unit pages all handsets a few seconds after pressing {INTERCOM} in step 1.

Answering transferred calls

Handset

Press {C} to answer the page.

Note:

L If the paging party hangs up before

you answer the page, y or z flashes on the handset. Press P or Q to take the transferred call.

Base unit

Press {INTERCOM} to answer the page.

Note:

L For handset and base unit:

– After the paging party disconnects,

you can talk to the outside caller.

L For base unit:

– If the handset hangs up before you

answer the page, the line 1 or line 2 indicator flashes on the base unit. Press {LINE 1} or {LINE 2} to take the transferred call.

Multi-unit Operation

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3 When the 2nd call is connected,

Conference calls

3 people can establish a conference call.

Conference call with 2 outside calls

While you are talking with an outside caller, you can make or answer a 2nd call on the other line, and then combine the calls to establish a conference call.

Handset

press {CONF} to make a conference call.

L To hang up only one line, press

{LINE 1} or {LINE 2} for the party

with which you want to continue talking.

L To put both lines on hold, press

{HOLD}. To talk with only one caller, press {LINE 1} or {LINE 2} for the party with which

you want to continue talking. To resume both lines, press

{CONF}.

1 During an outside call, press

{HOLD} 2 times.

2 To answer a 2nd call, press P or

Q. To make a 2nd call, press P or Q, then dial the phone number.

3 When the 2nd call is connected,

press O to make a conference call. L To hang up only one line, press

P or Q for the party with which you want to continue talking.

L To put both lines on hold, press

{HOLD}. To talk with only one

caller, press P or Q for the party with which you want to continue talking. To resume both lines, press O.

Base unit

1 During an outside call, press

{HOLD}.

Conference call with an outside call and an intercom call

While you are talking with an outside caller, one more extension can join the conversation and establish a conference call.

Handset

1 During an outside call, press {INT}

to put the call on hold.

2 To page the base unit, press {0}.

To page another handset, enter its extension number ({1} – {6}).

3 When the paged party answers,

press O to make a conference call.

L To leave the conference, press

{ih}. The other 2 parties can

continue the conversation.

Base unit

2 To answer a 2nd call, press {LINE 1}

or {LINE 2}. To make a 2nd call, press {LINE 1} or {LINE 2}, then dial the phone number.

1 During an outside call, press

{INTERCOM} to put the call on hold. L When only 1 handset is

registered, the base unit pages the handset automatically.

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2 To page a specified handset, enter

its extension number ({1} – {6}). To page all handsets, press {0}.

L When you page all handsets, only

the handset user who answers first can take the transferred call.

3 When the paged party answers,

press {CONF} on the base unit to make a conference call.

L To leave the conference, press

{SP-PHONE}. The other 2 parties

can continue the conversation.

Note:

L For handset and base unit:

– The outside call can be put on hold

by pressing {HOLD}. Only the person who placed the call on hold can resume the full conference by pressing O on the handset or

{CONF} on the base unit.

L For base unit:

– When more than 2 handsets are

registered, the base unit pages all handsets a few seconds after pressing {INTERCOM} in step 1.

Copying phonebook entries

You can copy handset phonebook entries to the handset phonebook of another compatible Panasonic handset.

Note:

L Category settings for phonebook

entries are not copied.

Copying one entry

1 Find the desired handset

phonebook entry (page 22). i

2 {^}/{V}: “Copy” i # 3 Enter the handset number you wish

to send the handset phonebook entry to. L When an entry has been copied,

“Completed” is displayed.

L To continue copying another

entry: {^}/{V}: “Yes” i # i Find the desired handset phonebook entry. i #

4 {ih}

Multi-unit Operation

Copying all entries

1 {k} i " 2 {^}/{V}: “Copy All” i # 3 Enter the handset number you wish

to send the handset phonebook entry to.

L When all entries have been

copied, “Completed” is displayed.

4 {ih}

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Useful Information

Using the belt clip

Attaching the belt clip

Removing the belt clip

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Useful Information

Character entry

The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it. The available character entry modes are Alphabet (ABC), Numeric (0-9), Greek (F), Extended 1 (G ), Extended 2 (H), and Cyrillic (I). When in these entry modes except Numeric, you can select which character is entered by pressing a dial key repeatedly. –Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor. – Press dial keys to enter characters and numbers. –Press {C/T} to erase the character or number highlighted by the cursor. Press

and hold {C/T} to erase all characters or numbers. –Press {*} to switch between uppercase and lowercase. – To enter another character located on the same dial key, press {>} to move the

cursor to the next space, then press the appropriate dial key.

Character entry modes

Several character entry modes can be used when entering text. The characters that can be entered depend on the entry mode.

When the unit displays the character entry screen:

A (right soft key) i {^}/{V}: Select a character entry mode. i #

Alphabet character table (ABC)

Numeric entry table (0-9)

Greek character table (M)

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Useful Information

Extended 1 character table (N)

L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase:

Extended 2 character table (O)

L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase:

Cyrillic character table (P)

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Useful Information

Error messages

Error message Cause & solution

Answer Sys. Full L Erase unnecessary messages (page 38). Error L Recording was too short. Try again. Failed L Phonebook copy failed. Confirm the other handset

Incomplete L The receiver’s phonebook memory is full. Erase the

Memory Full L The handset’s phonebook memory is full. Erase

You must first subscribe to Caller ID.

(the receiver) is in standby mode and try again.

unnecessary phonebook entries from the other handset (the receiver) and try again.

unnecessary entries (page 23).

L Message memory is full. Erase unnecessary

messages (page 38).

L You must subscribe to Caller ID service. Once you

receive caller information after subscribing to Caller ID service, this message will not be displayed.

Troubleshooting

If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the base unit AC adaptor and turn off the handset, then reconnect the base unit AC adaptor and turn on the handset.

Telephone

Problem Cause & solution

w is flashing. L The handset is not registered to the base unit.

The handset display is blank.

L The handset is too far from the base unit. Move

closer.

L The base unit AC adaptor is not connected. Check

the connections.

L You are using the handset or base unit in an area with

high electrical interference. Place the handset and base unit away from interference sources, such as antennas and mobile phones.

L The handset is in screen saver mode (page 14).

Press {ih} to activate the handset display again.

L The handset is not turned on. Turn the power on

(page 14).

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Useful Information

Problem Cause & solution

The handset will not turn on.

I have changed the display language to a language I cannot read.

I cannot make or receive calls.

The unit does not ring. L The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust the ringer

The batteries should be charging but the battery icon does not change.

A busy tone is heard when {C} is pressed.

Static is heard, sound cuts in and out. Interference from other electrical units.

L Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly

(page 12).

L Fully charge the batteries (page 13). L Clean the charge contacts and charge again

(page 13).

L Change the display language (page 14).

L The base unit AC adaptor or telephone line cord is not

connected. Check the connections.

L If you are using a splitter to connect the unit, remove

the splitter and connect the unit to the wall socket directly. If the unit operates properly, check the splitter.

L Disconnect the base unit from the telephone line and

connect the line to a known working telephone. If the working telephone operates properly, contact our service personnel to have the unit repaired. If the working telephone does not operate properly, contact your service provider/telephone company.

L The dialling mode setting is incorrect. Set to “Tone”

or “Pulse” as needed (page 15).

L You dialled a call restricted number (page 31). L The key lock feature is turned on. Turn it off (page 20).

volume (page 24, 29).

L The night mode feature is turned on. Turn it off

(page 28).

L Clean the charge contacts and charge again

(page 13).

L The handset is too far from the base unit. Move closer

and try again.

L Another handset is in use or the answering system is

being used. Wait and try again later.

L Place the handset and the base unit away from other

electrical appliances.

L Move closer to the base unit. L Your unit is connected to a telephone line with DSL

service (page 55).

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Problem Cause & solution

Noise is heard during a call.

The handset/base unit stops working while being used.

The handset beeps intermittently and/or 3 flashes.

I fully charged the batteries, but 3 still flashes.

I fully charged the batteries, but the operating time seems to be short.

Caller information is not displayed.

I cannot register a handset to a base unit.

I do not know how to erase y (Missed call) from the display.

L You are using the handset or base unit in an area with

high electrical interference. Place the handset and base unit away from interference sources, such as antennas and mobile phones.

L Disconnect the base unit AC adaptor and turn off the

handset. Reconnect the base unit AC adaptor, turn on the handset and try again.

L Fully charge the batteries (page 13).

L Clean the charge contacts and charge again

(page 13).

L It is time to replace the batteries (page 12). L Wipe the battery ends (S, T) and the unit contacts

with a dry cloth.

L You need to subscribe to Caller ID service. Consult

your service provider/telephone company for details.

L Your unit is connected to a telephone line with DSL

service (page 55).

L The maximum number of handsets (6) are already

registered to the base unit. Cancel unused handset registrations from the base unit (page 43).

L You entered the wrong PIN. If you forget your PIN,

consult your nearest Panasonic service centre.

L Place the handset and the base unit away from other

electrical appliances.

L There are unviewed missed calls remaining. View

them using the following method.

1 " (middle soft key) i j i # 2 Press {V} to search from the most recent call, or

press {^} to search from the oldest call.

I cannot establish a conference call.

L A conference call cannot be established in the

following instances; – the base unit’s settings or the answering system is

currently in use

– a conference call has already been established on

another line

– an intercom call is currently being made by another

user

Wait for the other user to finish.

Useful Information

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Useful Information

Answering system

Problem Cause & solution

The unit does not record new messages.

I cannot operate the answering system with the handset.

When I try to operate the answering system with the base unit, {ANSWER ON} on the base unit flashes for a few seconds and I cannot operate the answering system.

I cannot operate the answering system remotely.

L The answering system is not turned on for the line you

wish to record messages from. Select the desired line or both lines, then turn the answering system on (page 36).

L The recording time is set to “Greeting Only”.

Select “1 Minute” or “3 Minutes” (page 42).

L The answering system is activated for both lines, and

the 1st caller is leaving a voice message. The 2nd caller cannot leave a message, but the caller information will be stored (page 34).

L If you subscribe to the voice mail service, messages

are recorded by your service provider/telephone company not your telephone. Change the unit’s “Number of Rings” setting or consult your service provider/telephone company (page 42).

L The base unit or another handset is being used. Wait

for the other user to finish.

L A caller is leaving a message. Wait for the caller to

finish.

L The handset is too far from the base unit. Move

closer.

L Another handset is being used. Wait for the other user

to finish.

L The answering system is being operated remotely

from outside. Wait for the caller to finish.

L You are entering the wrong remote access code. If

you forget the remote access code, store a new remote access code and try again (page 40).

L Press each key firmly. L The answering system is turned off. Turn it on

(page 41).

L You are using a rotary/pulse telephone. Try again

using a touch-tone phone.

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Useful Information

Problem Cause & solution

While recording a greeting message or listening to messages, the unit rings and recording stops.

For DSL users

We recommend connecting a filter (contact your DSL service provider) to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack.

L A call is being received. Answer the call and try again

later.

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L The illustrations used in these

Specifications

■ Standard:

DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless

Telecommunications),

GAP (Generic Access Profile)

■ Number of channels:

120 Duplex Channels

■ Frequency range:

1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz

■ Duplex procedure:

TDMA (Time Division Multiple

Access)

■ Channel spacing:

1,728 kHz

■ Bit rate:

1,152 kbit/s

■ Modulation:

GFSK (Gaussian Frequency Shift

Keying)

■ RF transmission power:

Approx. 250 mW

■ Voice coding:

ADPCM 32 kbit/s

■ Power source:

220–240 V, 50 Hz

■ Power consumption:

Base unit:

Standby: Approx. 1.6 W

Maximum: Approx. 5.5 W

■ Operating conditions:

5 °C–40 °C, 20 %–80 % relative air

humidity (dry)

■ Dimensions:

Base unit: Approx. 55 mm × 220 mm

× 140 mm

Handset: Approx. 155 mm × 48 mm ×

34 mm

■ Mass (weight):

Base unit: Approx. 440 g

Handset: Approx. 140 g

Note:

L Specifications are subject to change.

operating instructions may differ slightly from the actual product.

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Hold: 19

Index

A Additional handsets: 43

Alarm: 27 Answering calls

Base unit: 19 Handset: 19

Answering system: 36

Listening to messages: 38 Remote operation: 40 Settings: 41 Turning on/off: 36

Auto talk: 19, 25

B Base unit

Resetting: 31

Settings: 29 Battery: 12, 13 Belt clip: 4, 48

C Caller ID service: 33

Call privacy: 21 Call restriction: 31 Call share: 20 Category: 22

Display colours: 34

Ringtones: 33 Chain dial: 23 Character entry: 49 Conference calls: 46

D Date and time: 15

Dialling mode: 15 Display (Base unit)

Icons: 8 Display (Handset)

Colour: 25

Contrast: 25

Icons: 8

Language: 14

Standby mode: 25

Wallpaper: 25

H Handset

Deregistration: 43

Locator: 44

Registration: 43

Settings: 24

I Intercom: 44

K Key lock: 20

Keytones: 25

L Line selection mode: 15

M Making calls

Base unit: 18

Handset: 17 Message alert: 25 Missed calls: 33 Mute: 19

N Night mode

Handset: 27

P Pause: 18

Phonebook

Handset phonebook: 22 Phonebook copy: 47 PIN: 30 Power on/off: 14

R Recall/Flash: 20, 29

Recording

Greeting message: 36

Telephone conversations: 20 Redialling: 17, 18 Region settings: 14, 31 Registration: 43 Repeater: 44 Ringtone

Base unit: 29

Handset: 24

S Speakerphone: 17, 18

T Temporary tone dialling: 20

Transfer calls: 45

V Voice enhancer: 20

Voice m ail: 35 Volume

Receiver: 17

Ringer (Base unit): 29

Ringer (Handset): 24

Speaker (Base unit): 18

Speaker (Handset): 17

Index

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Notes

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N Czech

Sales Department

Panasonic Czech Republic, s.r.o.

Thámova 289/13 (Palác Karlín) 186 00 Praha 8

telefon: +420-236 032 511 centrální fax: +420-236 032 411 e-mail: panasonic.praha@eu.panasonic.com

N Slovakia Sales Department

Panasonic Slovakia, spol. s r.o.

Štúrova 11, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovenská republika

Tel. číslo:+421-2-5292-1423 Fax: +421-2-5292-1411

web: www.panasonic.sk e-mail: servis.praha@eu.panasonic.com aktuální info na www.panasonic.cz

N Turkey

Contact information

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Gasevikveien 8, P.O.Box 96 N-2027 Kjeller, Norway Tel: +47 64 84 57 00 Faks: +47 64 84 57 05 E-mail: post@comlab.no Web: http://www.comlab.no/index.htm

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Faks: +4940 8549 3560

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Panasonic KX-TG8280FX User Manual

Table of Contents

Preparation

Introduction

Accessory information

Important information

Controls

Displays

Connections

Battery installation and replacement

Battery charge

Screen saver mode

Turning the power on/off

Setting up the unit before use

Making calls

Answering calls

Useful features during a call

Using the other line during a call

Handset phonebook

Handset Settings

Special instructions for ringer setup

Base Unit Settings

Special instructions for call options

Special instructions for other options

Using Caller ID service

Caller list

Voice mail service

Answering system

Greeting message

Turning the answering system on/off

Listening to messages

Direct command operation using the handset

Remote operation

Answering system settings

Operating additional units

Registering a handset to the base unit

Multi-unit Operation

Intercom

Transferring calls

Conference calls

Copying phonebook entries

Useful Information

Using the belt clip

Character entry

Error messages

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Index

Index