Panasonic KX-TG8562E, KX-TG8563E, KX-TG8654E, KX-TG8561E Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions
Model No.
KX-TG8561E KX-TG8562E KX-TG8563E KX-TG8564E
Digital Cordless Answering System
Model shown is KX-TG8561.
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Introduction
Model composition .......................................3
Accessory information ..................................3
General information ......................................5
Important Information
For your safety .............................................6
Important safety instructions ........................7
For best performance ...................................7
Other information .........................................8
Specifications ...............................................9
Getting Started
Setting up ...................................................10
Note when setting up .................................11
Controls ......................................................12
Display .......................................................13
Screen saver mode ....................................15
Turning the power on/off ............................15
Initial settings .............................................15
One touch eco mode ..................................15
Display mode .............................................16
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls ...............................................17
Answering calls ..........................................17
Useful features during a call .......................18
Key lock ......................................................19
Phonebook
Phonebook .................................................20
Copying phonebook entries .......................22
Speed Dial
Speed dial ..................................................24
Programming
Programmable settings ..............................25
Special programming .................................31
Baby monitor ..............................................34
Registering a unit .......................................36
Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service ...............................39
Caller list ....................................................40
SMS (Short Message Service)
Using SMS .................................................42
Turning SMS on/off ....................................42
Storing SMS message centre
numbers .....................................................42
Registering mailboxes ................................42
Sending a message ...................................43
Receiving a message .................................44
Other settings .............................................45
Answering System
Answering system ......................................46
Turning the answering system on/
off ...............................................................46
Greeting message ......................................46
Listening to messages using the base
unit .............................................................47
Listening to messages using the
handset ......................................................47
Remote operation .......................................48
Answering system settings .........................50
Voice Mail Service
Voice mail service ......................................51
Intercom/Locator
Intercom .....................................................52
Handset locator ..........................................52
Transferring calls, conference calls ............52
Useful Information
Character entry ..........................................53
Error messages ..........................................56
Troubleshooting .........................................57
Belt clip .......................................................61
Conditions of guarantee .............................62
Index
Index...........................................................63
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Model composition

Series Model No.
Base unit Handset
Part No. Part No. Quantity
KX-TG8561 series
KX-TG8561
*1
KX-TG8561 KX-TGA856 1
KX-TG8562 KX-TG8561 KX-TGA856 2
KX-TG8563 KX-TG8561 KX-TGA856 3
KX-TG8564 KX-TG8561 KX-TGA856 4
*1 Feature differences: Intercom calls and the internal baby monitor feature are only available
between handsets by purchasing and registering one or more optional handsets (page 4).
R The suffix (E) in the following model numbers will be omitted in these instructions:
KX-TG8561E/KX-TG8562E/KX-TG8563E/KX-TG8564E

Accessory information

Supplied accessories
No.
Accessory item/ Part number
Quantity
KX-TG8561 KX-TG8562 KX-TG8563 KX-TG8564
A AC adaptor/PNLV226EZ 1 2 3 4 B Telephone line cord/
PNJA1037Z (for U.K.)
1 1 1 1
C
Rechargeable batteries
*1
2 4 6 8
D
Handset cover
*2
1 2 3 4
E
Belt clip
*3
1 2 3 4
F
Charger
*4
1 2 3
*1 See page 4 for replacement battery information. *2 The handset cover comes attached to the handset. *3 PNKE1152Z1: Black, PNKE1152Z2: White *4 PNLC1035ZB: Black, PNLC1035ZW: White
A B C D E F
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Additional/replacement accessories
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.
Accessory item Model number
Rechargeable batteries
HHR-4MVE
*1
Battery type: – Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) – 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset
Headset KX-TCA89, KX-TCA94EX, RP-TCA400
DECT repeater KX-A405
*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries.
Expanding your phone system
Handset (optional): KX-TGA855E
You can expand your phone system by registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a single base unit. R Optional handsets may be a different
colour from that of the supplied handsets.
Sales and support information
Customer Communications Centre
R For customers within the U.K.: 0844 844 3899 R For customers within Ireland: 01289 8333 R For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.panasonic.co.uk
Direct Sales at Panasonic U.K.
R Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning
our Customer Communications Centre Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Friday 9:30am ­5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).
R Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com R Most major credit and debit cards accepted. R All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic U.K. R It couldn’t be simpler! R Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products.
Take a browse on our website for further details.
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General information

R This equipment is designed for use on the U.K. and Ireland analogue telephone network. R In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.
Declaration of Conformity:
R Panasonic System Networks 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
For your future reference
We recommend keeping a record of the following information to assist with any repair under warranty.
Serial No. Date of purchase
(found on the bottom of the base unit)
Name and address of dealer
Attach your purchase receipt here.
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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
R Use only the power source marked on the
product.
R Do not overload power outlets and
extension cords. This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
R 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.
R 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.
R Unplug the product from power outlets if it
emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped emitting and contact an authorised service centre.
R Unplug from power outlets and never touch
the inside of the product if its casing has been broken open.
R Never touch the plug with wet hands.
Danger of electric shock exists.
Installation
R To prevent the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not expose the product to rain or any type of moisture.
R 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.
R Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone
line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or placed under heavy objects.
Operating safeguards
R Unplug the product from power outlets
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
R Do not disassemble the product. R 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.
R The use of excessive sound volume
through earphones, headphones, or headsets may cause hearing loss.
R Do not place a handset on the base unit
with the headset jack cover opened.
Medical
R Consult the manufacturer of any personal
medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy. (The product operates in the frequency range of
1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz, and the RF transmission power is 250 mW (max.).)
R 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
R Never install telephone wiring during an
electrical storm.
R Never install telephone line jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
R Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
R Use caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
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R The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible.
R This product is unable to make calls when:
– the handset batteries need recharging or
have failed. – there is a power failure. – the key lock feature is turned on.
Battery
R We recommend using the batteries noted
on page 4. USE ONLY rechargeable
Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.
R Do not mix old and new batteries. R 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.
R 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.
R Charge the batteries provided with or
identified for use with this product only, in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.
R Only use a compatible base unit (or
charger) to charge the batteries. Do not tamper with the base unit (or charger). Failure to follow these instructions may cause the batteries to swell or explode.

Important safety instructions

When using your product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For best performance

Base unit location/avoiding noise
The base unit and other compatible Panasonic units use radio waves to communicate with each other. R 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.)
R Coverage and voice quality depends on the
local environmental conditions.
R If the reception for a base unit location is
not satisfactory, move the base unit to another location for better reception.
Environment
R Keep the product away from electrical noise
generating devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.
R The product should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.
R The product should not be exposed to
direct sunlight.
R Do not place heavy objects on top of the
product.
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R When you leave the product unused for a
long period of time, unplug the product from the power outlet.
R The product should be kept away from heat
sources such as radiators, cookers, etc. It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 0 °C or greater than 40 °C. Damp basements should also be avoided.
R 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.
R Operating the product near electrical
appliances may cause interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.
Routine care
R Wipe the outer surface of the product
with a soft moist cloth.
R 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
R 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.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries
1
2
3
These symbols (A, B, C) on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you 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. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. 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.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
These symbols (A, B, C) are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
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Note for the battery symbol
This symbol (B) might be used in combination with a chemical symbol (C). In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

Specifications

R Standard:
DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications), GAP (Generic Access Profile)
R Frequency range:
1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz
R RF transmission power:
Approx. 10 mW (average power per channel)
R Power source:
220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
R Power consumption:
Base unit:
Standby: Approx. 0.48 W Maximum: Approx. 2.5 W
Charger:
Standby: Approx. 0.1 W Maximum: Approx. 1.8 W
R Operating conditions:
0 °C–40 °C, 20 %–80 % relative air humidity (dry)
Note:
R Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
R The illustrations in these instructions may
vary slightly from the actual product.
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Setting up

Connections
R Use only the supplied Panasonic AC
adaptor PNLV226E.
n Base unit
To power outlet
*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL service.
Hook
“Click”
Press plug firmly.
Use only the supplied telephone line cord.
Correct
To telephone line
(DSL/ADSL filter*)
Incorrect
n Charger
To power outlet
Hook
Battery installation
R USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03)
size.
R Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd
batteries.
R Confirm correct polarities (
, ).
Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY
R When the date and time setting is
displayed, see page 15.
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Battery charging
Charge for about 7 hours. R When the batteries are fully charged,
Fully charged” is displayed.
Confirm Charging is displayed.

Note when setting up

Note for connections
R The AC adaptor must remain connected at
all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.)
R The AC adaptor should be connected to a
vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.
During a power failure
The unit will not work during a power failure. We recommend connecting a corded-type telephone (without AC adaptor) to the same telephone line or to the same telephone line jack using a T-adaptor. Your Panasonic sales shop can offer you more information about connection possibilities.
Note for battery installation
R Use the supplied rechargeable batteries.
For replacement, we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 4, 7.
R Wipe the battery ends ( , ) with a dry
cloth.
R Avoid touching the battery ends (
, ) or
the unit contacts.
Note for battery charging
R It is normal for the handset to feel warm
during charging.
R Clean the charge contacts of the handset,
base unit, and charger with a soft and dry cloth once a month. Before cleaning the unit, disconnect from power outlets and any telephone line cords. Clean more often if the unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high humidity.
Battery level
Icon Battery level
High
Medium
Low
Needs charging.
Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance (supplied batteries)
Operation Operating time
In continuous use 12 hours max.
Not in use (standby) 250 hours max.
Note:
R 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).
R Actual battery performance depends on
usage and ambient environment.
R Even after the batteries are fully charged,
the handset can be left on the base unit or charger without any ill effect on the batteries.
R The battery level may not be displayed
correctly after you replace the batteries. In this case, place the handset on the base
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unit or charger and let it charge for at least 7 hours.

Controls

Handset
A
B
A
B
C
D
E
F
H
I
J
L
G
K
Ringer indicator
Speaker
Headset jack
M N (Speakerphone) M N (Talk)
Dial keypad
Receiver
Display MR/ECON
R: Recall/Flash
ECO: Eco mode shortcut key M N (Off/Power)
Microphone
Charge contacts
n Control type
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.
Navigator keyMDN, MCN, MFN, or MEN: Scroll through
various lists and items. – MDN or MCN: Adjust the receiver or
speaker volume while talking. – MFN ( : Caller list): View the caller list. – MEN (T: Redial): View the redial list. R As all multiple items cannot be
displayed on screen at the same time,
you can quickly search the desired item
to move screens by pressing MEN or
MFN, instead of scrolling down or up line
by line (page 16).
Base unit
DA B C E F
I JHG
Message counter
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M N (Erase) M N (Play)
Message indicator
Charge contacts
Speaker
MnN (Stop) M N/M N (Repeat/Skip) MjN/MkN (Volume up/down) M N (Locator) M N (Answer on)
Answer on indicator

Display

Handset display items
Item Meaning
Range status: The more bars visible, the closer the handset is to the base unit.
Out of base unit range
Paging, intercom mode
Speakerphone is on. (page 17)
The line is in use. R When flashing slowly: The
call is put on hold.
R When flashing rapidly: An
incoming call is now being received.
Missed call*1 (page 39)
The base unit transmission power is set to Low”. (page 15)
The key backlight is off. (page 29)
Item Meaning
R When displayed next to the
battery icon: Answering system is on. (page 46)
R When displayed with a
number: New messages have been recorded. (page 47)
Greeting Only” is selected as the caller’s recording time. In this case, the answering system answers calls with a greeting message and caller messages are not recorded. (page 50)
Battery level
Alarm is on. (page 31)
Equalizer is set. (page 19)
Privacy mode is on. (page 29)
Ringer volume is off. (page 28)
Night mode is on. (page 32)
Blocked call*1 (page 32,
40)
New SMS message received.*2 (page 44)
New voice mail message received.*3 (page 51)
Baby monitor is activated. The name/number displayed next to the icon indicates the monitoring unit. (page 34)
Line in
use
Someone is using the line.
IN USE
Answering system is being used by another handset or the base unit.
*1 Caller ID subscribers only *2 SMS users only *3 Voice mail subscribers only
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Base unit display items
Item Meaning
- - Greeting Only” is selected as the caller’s recording time. In this case, the answering system answers calls with a greeting message and caller messages are not recorded. (page 50)
Handset soft key icons
Icon Action
Returns to the previous screen or outside call.
Displays the menu.
Accepts the current selection.
Displays a previously dialled phone number.
Makes a call. (page 17)
Temporarily turns off the ringer for incoming calls. (page 18)
Sets 24-hour or 12-hour clock format. (page 15)
Switches the wallpaper to display with or without date and time. (page 30)
Places a call on hold.
Opens the shared phonebook.
Opens the personal phonebook.
Allows you to edit phone numbers. (page 33, 40)
Adds new entry. (page 24, 33)
Displays the phonebook search menu.
Turns the key lock feature off. (page 19)
Stops alarm or schedule alarm. (page 31, 34)
Icon Action
Snooze button on the alarm. (page 31)
Selects a character entry mode.
Selects entries, categories, or handsets. (page 23, 31)
Plays a message.
Stops recording or playback.
Stores phone numbers. (page 17, 33, 41)
Inserts a dialling pause.
Erases the selected item or returns to the outside call.
Switches display mode between single item and multiple items. (page 16)
Displays the detailed schedule.
Displays the schedule list.
Allows you to make an intercom call. (page 52)
Erases a number/character.
Puts the call on mute.
Handset main menu icons
The following icons are shown when you press
(middle soft key) in standby mode.
Icon Feature
Caller List
Answer System
SMS (Short Message Service)
Intercom
Ringer Setup
Time Settings
Initial Setup
Baby Monitor
Calendar
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Screen saver mode

The backlight goes dark when on a call or turns off completely after 1 minute of inactivity if the handset is not on the base unit
or charger. Activate the handset display again by: – pressing MFN or MEN when on a call.
– pressing M
N at all other times.

Turning the power on/off

Power on
Press M
N for about 1 second.
Power off
Press M
N for about 2 seconds.

Initial settings

n Direct command code:
Programmable settings can be accessed by pressing
(middle soft key), # and
then the corresponding code on the dial keypad (page 25). Example: Press
(middle soft key)
#101.
n Symbol meaning: Example: MbN: “Off
Press MCN or MDN to select the words in quotations.
Display language
1
(middle soft key) #110
2 MbN: Select your desired language. a
3 M N
Date and time
Important:
R When you install the batteries for the first
time, the handset may prompt you to set date and time. First press
, then
proceed to step 2.
1
(middle soft key) #101
2 Enter the current date, month, and year.
a
Example: 15 July, 2012
15 07 12 R You can select the date format by
pressing #: – dd/mm/yy (date/month/year) – yy/mm/dd
3 Enter the current hour and minute.
Example: 9:30
09 30 R You can select 24-hour or 12-hour
clock format (AM or PM) by pressing
.
4
a M N
Note:
R The date and time may be incorrect after a
power failure. In this case, set the date and time again.

One touch eco mode

The MR/ECON button on the handset enables you to activate the eco function with one touch. By activating eco mode, your unit can reduce the base unit transmission power by up to 90 % in standby mode. You can turn on/off one touch eco mode by just pressing MR/ECON. The default setting is Normal. – When the one touch eco mode is on: Low
is temporarily displayed and
is shown
on the handset display instead of
.
– When the one touch eco mode is off:
Normal is temporarily displayed and
goes off from the handset display.
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Note:
R When there is another cordless phone
nearby and it is in use, the base unit transmission power may not be reduced.
R Activating one touch eco mode reduces the
range of the base unit in standby mode.
R If you set the repeater mode to On” (page
38): – One touch eco mode is cancelled. – Eco Setup” is not shown in the
display menu (page 28).

Display mode

You can select to display either a single item or multiple items on one screen at a time for the following features: – handset main menu icons in function menu – menu list, recorded message list,
phonebook list, caller list, and redial list
Select the desired setting: – Multi Items”: Multiple entries/all menu
icons are shown on one screen at a time.
Single Item”: An entry/a menu icon is
shown on one screen in large characters at a time.
The default setting is Multi Items”.
Using soft key (Temporarily switching the display mode)
You can temporarily switch the display mode by pressing shown when viewing the lists or selecting menu icons.
Programming the display mode beforehand
1
(middle soft key) #192
2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a
a M N
Note:
R When in multiple items display mode, you
can move screens by pressing MEN or MFN, without scrolling down or up through the list: – Press MEN to go to the next screen.
– Press MFN to return to the previous
screen.
R When in multiple items display mode, you
can switch the screen to confirm the detailed information by pressing .
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Making calls

1 Lift the handset and dial the phone
number. R To correct a digit, press
.
2 Press M
N or .
3 When you finish talking, press M
N or
place the handset on the base unit or charger.
Using the speakerphone
1 Dial the phone number and press M
N.
R Speak alternately with the other party.
2 When you finish talking, press M
N.
Note:
R For best performance, use the
speakerphone in a quiet environment.
R To switch back to the receiver, press M N/
M
N.
Adjusting the receiver or speaker
volume
Press MDN or MCN repeatedly while talking.
Making a call using the redial list
The last 10 phone numbers dialled are stored in the redial list (each 24 digits max.).
1
(right soft key) or MEN (T)
2 MbN: Select the desired phone number. 3 M
N/M N
R If M
N is pressed and the other party’s
line is engaged, the unit automatically redials multiple times. While the handset is waiting to redial, the ringer indicator flashes. To cancel, press
M N.
Erasing a number
1
(right soft key) or MEN (T)
2 MbN: Select the desired phone number.
a
3 MbN: “Yes” a a M N
Storing a number to the phonebook
1
(right soft key) or MEN (T)
2 MbN: Select the desired phone number.
a
3 To add entries to the shared
phonebook: MbN: “Shared Phonebook” a To add entries to the personal
phonebook: MbN: “Personal Phonebook” a
4 To store the name, continue from step 3,
“Editing entries”, page 22.
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 “0” when making outside calls with a PBX:
1 0 a 2 Dial the phone number. a M N
Note:
R A 3 second pause is inserted each time
is pressed.

Answering calls

When a call is being received, the ringer indicator flashes rapidly.
1 Lift the handset and press M
N or M N
when the unit rings. R 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 M
N or
place the handset on the base unit or charger.
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Auto talk
You can answer calls simply by lifting the handset off the base unit or charger. You do not need to press M N. To turn this feature on, see page 29.
Adjusting the handset ringer volume
n While the handset is ringing for an
incoming call:
Press MDN or MCN repeatedly to select the desired volume.
n Programming the volume beforehand:
1
(middle soft key) #160
2 MbN: Select the desired volume. 3
a M N
Temporary handset ringer off
While the handset is ringing for a call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing
.

Useful features during a call

Hold
This feature allows you to put an outside call on hold.
1 Press
during an outside call.
2 MbN: “Holda 3 To release hold, press M N.
R Another handset user can take the call
by pressing M
N.
Note:
R If a call is kept on hold for more than 9
minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound and the ringer indicator flashes rapidly. After 1 additional minute on hold, the call is disconnected.
R If another phone is connected to the same
line, you can also take the call by lifting its handset.
Mute
While mute is turned on, you can hear the other party, but the other party cannot hear you.
1 Press
during conversation.
R
flashes.
2 To return to the conversation, press
again.
Recall/flash
MR/ECON allows you to use the special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services.
Note:
R To change the recall/flash time, see
page 29.
For call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID service users
To use call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID, you must first subscribe with 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 MR/ECON to answer the 2nd call. 2 To switch between calls, press MR/ECON.
Note:
R Please contact your service provider/
telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area.
Handset equalizer
This feature clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to, producing a more natural-sounding voice that is easier to hear and understand.
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1 Press while talking. 2 MbN: “Equalizera 3 MbN: Select the desired setting. 4 Press
to exit.
Note:
R When this feature is turned on,
is
displayed while talking.
R Depending on the condition and quality of
your telephone line, this feature may emphasise existing line noise. If it becomes difficult to hear, turn this feature off.
R This feature is not available while using the
speakerphone.
Recording a telephone
conversation
Important:
R Before recording a conversation, you
should inform the other party that the conversation is to be recorded. In case you record without informing the other party, it will cause the infringement of privacy and civil liability.
1 Press
during an outside call.
2 MbN: Record Call a
R A beep is heard and recording starts. R A beep sounds every 15 seconds and
can be heard by the other party.
3 To stop recording, press
.
Note:
R To listen to the recorded conversation, see
page 47, 48.
Call share
You can join an existing outside call. To join the conversation, press M
N when
the other handset is on an outside call.
Note:
R A 2nd handset cannot join an outside call
that is being recorded (page 19).
R To prevent other users from joining your
conversations with outside callers, turn the privacy mode on (page 29).

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
for about 3
seconds.
R
is displayed.
R To turn key lock off, press
for about 3
seconds.
Note:
R Calls to emergency numbers cannot be
made until key lock is turned off.
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Phonebook

The phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can add names and phone numbers to the phonebook and assign each phonebook entry to the desired category. This unit provides 2 types of phonebooks.
n Shared phonebook
This phonebook entries can be shared by any handset registered to the same base unit. The following features can also be used with the shared phonebook: – Talking Caller ID (page 39) – Category ringer tone (page 40)
Total number of entries is shown below*1: 1 name + 1 phone number: 250 entries 1 name + 2 phone numbers: 125 entries 1 name + 3 phone numbers: 83 entries
n Personal phonebook
The personal phonebook entries can be stored by each handset. Using the personal phonebook, you can allow all entries in a category to be able to bypass your night mode and cause your handset to ring (page 31).
Total number of entries is shown below*1: 1 name + 1 phone number: 100 entries 1 name + 2 phone numbers: 50 entries 1 name + 3 phone numbers: 33 entries
*1 Up to 3 phone numbers for each entry
can be stored.
The total number of entries that can be stored for each phonebook varies depending on how many phone numbers you have stored for each entry.
Important:
R Only 1 person can access the phonebook
at a time.
Adding entries
1 To add entries to the shared
phonebook:
(left soft key)
To add entries to the personal phonebook:
(left soft key) a
2 3 MbN: “New Entry” a 4 MbN: “(Name)” a 5 Enter the party’s name (16 characters
max.). a R You can change the character entry
mode by pressing (page 53).
6 MbN: “(Phone No. 1)” a
R You can store up to 3 phone numbers
for each entry.
7 Enter the party’s phone number (24 digits
max.). a
8 MbN: “Category 1” a 9 MbN: Select the desired category. a 10 MbN: “<Save>a
R To add other entries, repeat from step
4.
11 M
N
Categories
Categories 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 categories. You can change the names of categories assigned for phonebook entries (“Friends”, “Family”, etc.) and then search for phonebook entries by category.
Important:
R Using categories, the following features
also become available: – The category ringer tone is available for
the shared phonebook category (Caller ID subscribers only: page 40).
– Using the personal phonebook, you can
allow all entries in a category to be able to bypass your night mode and cause your handset to ring (Caller ID subscribers only: page 31).
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Changing category names
1 To change the category names in the
shared phonebook:
(left soft key)
To change the category names in the personal phonebook:
(left soft key) a
2 3 MbN: “Category” a 4 MbN: Select the desired category. a 5 MbN: “Category Name” a 6 Edit the name (10 characters max.;
page 53). a
a M N
Finding and calling from a phonebook entry
Scrolling through all entries
1 To search for items in the shared
phonebook:
(left soft key)
To search for items in the personal phonebook:
(left soft key) a
2 MbN: Select the desired entry. a M N
R You can scroll through the phonebook
entry by pressing and holding MCN or MDN.
3 MbN: Select the desired phone number.
a M
N
Searching by first character
1 To search for items in the shared
phonebook:
(left soft key)
To search for items in the personal phonebook:
(left soft key) a
R Change the character entry mode if
necessary:
a MbN: Character Seta a MbN: Select the character
entry mode. a
2 Press the dial key (0 to 9, or #) which
contains the character you are searching for (page 53). R Press the same dial key repeatedly to
display the first entry corresponding to each character located on that dial key.
R If there is no entry corresponding to
the character you selected, the next entry is displayed.
3 MbN: Scroll through the phonebook if
necessary. a M
N
4 MbN: Select the desired phone number.
a M
N
Searching by query
You can narrow down the search to enter the first characters of a name.
1 To search for items in the shared
phonebook:
(left soft key)
To search for items in the personal phonebook:
(left soft key) a
2 * 3 To search for the name, enter the first
characters (up to 4) in uppercase (page 53). a R Characters cannot be entered in
lowercase.
R If there is no entry corresponding to
the characters you selected, the next entry is displayed.
4 MbN: Scroll through the phonebook if
necessary. a M
N
5 MbN: Select the desired phone number.
a M
N
Searching by category
1 To search for items in the shared
phonebook:
(left soft key)
To search for items in the personal phonebook:
(left soft key) a
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3 MbN: “Categorya 4 MbN: Select the desired category. a
R If you select All, the unit ends the
category search.
5 MbN: Scroll through the phonebook if
necessary. a M
N
6 MbN: Select the desired phone number.
a M
N
Editing entries
1 Find the desired entry (page 21). a
2 MbN: “Edita 3 MbN: Select the desired item you want to
change. a
4 To change the name and phone
number:
Edit the name or phone number. a
To change the category:
MbN: Select the desired category. a
5 MbN: “<Save>” a a M N
Erasing entries
Erasing an entry
1 Find the desired entry (page 21). 2
a MbN: “Yes” a a M N
Erasing all entries
1 To erase all entries in the shared
phonebook:
(left soft key)
To erase all entries in the personal phonebook:
(left soft key) a
2 3 MbN: “Erase All” a 4 MbN: “Yes” a 5 MbN: “Yes” a a M N
Chain dial
This feature allows you to dial phone numbers in the phonebook while you are on a call. This feature can be used, for example, to dial a calling card access number or bank account PIN that you have stored in the phonebook, without having to dial manually.
1 During an outside call, press
.
2 MbN: “Phonebooka 3 To select shared phonebook entries:
MbN: Select the desired entry.
To select personal phonebook entries:
a MbN: Select the desired entry.
4 5 MbN: Select the desired phone number. 6 Press
to dial the number.
Note:
R When storing a calling card access number
and your PIN in the phonebook as one phonebook entry, press
to add pauses after the number and PIN as necessary (page 17).

Copying phonebook entries

You can copy phonebook entries: – between the shared phonebook and
personal phonebook.
– between the personal phonebook of each
handset.
Important:
R Only 1 person can access the phonebook
at a time.
R Category settings for phonebook entries
are not copied.
Copying multi entries
You can copy selected entries (up to 100).
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To copy from the shared phonebook to a personal phonebook
1
(left soft key)
2 3 MbN: “Copya 4 MbN: Select the desired entry. a
R The selected entries are indicated by
”.
R To continue copying other entries,
perform this step repeatedly.
R To cancel an entry, press MCN or MDN to
select the entry, then press
.
R You can also search for another entry
by entering the first character (page 21).
5 After selecting the desired entries, press
.
R The entries will be automatically
copied to the personal phonebook on the operated handset.
R When the entries have been copied,
Completed” is displayed.
6 M
N
To copy from the personal phonebook to another personal phonebook or to a shared phonebook
1
(left soft key) a
2 3 MbN: “Copya 4 MbN: Select the desired entry. a
R The selected entries are indicated by
”.
R To continue copying other entries,
perform this step repeatedly.
R To cancel an entry, press MCN or MDN to
select the entry, then press
.
R You can also search for another entry
by entering the first character (page 21).
5 After selecting the desired entries, press
.
6 To copy to the personal phonebook:
MbN: Select the desired handset. a
To copy to the shared phonebook:
MbN: Select the shared phonebook. a
R When the entries have been copied,
Completed” is displayed.
7 M
N
Copying all entries
To copy from the shared phonebook to a personal phonebook
1
(left soft key)
2 3 MbN: “Copy Alla
R All shared phonebook entries will be
automatically copied to the personal phonebook of the operated handset.
R When all entries have been copied,
Completed” is displayed.
4 M
N
To copy from the personal phonebook to another personal phonebook or to a shared phonebook
1
(left soft key) a
2 3 MbN: “Copy Alla 4 To copy to the personal phonebook:
MbN: Select the desired handset. a
To copy to the shared phonebook:
MbN: Select the shared phonebook. a
R When all entries have been copied,
Completed” is displayed.
5 M
N
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Speed dial

You can assign 1 phone number to each of the dial keys (1 to 9) on the handset.
Adding a phone numbers to a speed dial key
1 Press and hold the desired speed dial key
(1 to 9). a
2 Enter the party’s name (16 characters
max.). a R You can change the character entry
mode by pressing
(page 53).
3 Enter the party’s phone number (24 digits
max.). a
2 times
Assigning a phonebook entry to a speed dial key
1 Find the desired entry (page 21). a
2 MbN: “Speed Diala 3 MbN: Select the desired phone number.
a
4 MbN: Select the desired dial key number.
a R Where a dial key is already being used
for speed dialling, “
” is displayed next to the dial key number. If you select this dial key, Overwrite” is displayed. To overwrite with the currently selected phone number, go to step 5.
5
a M N
Note:
R If you edit a phonebook entry which is
assigned to a speed dial key, the edited entry does not transfer to the speed dial key.
Editing an entry
1 Press and hold the desired speed dial key
(1 to 9). R You can view other speed dial
assignments by pressing MCN or MDN.
2 a MbN: “Edit” a 3 Edit the name if necessary (16 characters
max.; page 53). a
4 Edit the phone number if necessary (24
digits max.). a
2 times
Erasing an entry
1 Press and hold the desired speed dial key
(1 to 9).
2
a MbN: “Erase” a
3 MbN: “Yesa 4 M N
Viewing speed dial key assignments
You can see the speed dial key assignments on the handset display. Press and hold the desired speed dial key (1 to 9).
Making a call using a speed dial key
1 Press and hold the desired speed dial key
(1 to 9).
2 M
N
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Programmable settings

You can customise the unit by programming the following features using the handset. To access the features, there are 2 methods.
n Scrolling through the display menus
1
(middle soft key)
2 Press MCN, MDN, MEN, or MFN to select the desired main menu. a 3 Press MCN or MDN to select the desired item from the next sub-menus. a 4 Press MCN or MDN to select the desired setting. a
R This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed. R To exit the operation, press M
N.
n Using the direct command code
1
(middle soft key) a Enter the desired code.
Example: Press
(middle soft key) #101.
2 Select the desired setting. a
R This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed. R To exit the operation, press M
N.
Note:
R In the following table, < > indicates the default settings. R In the following table,
indicates the reference page number.
R Display menu order and sub-menu may vary depending on your model.
Display the menu tree and direct command code table
Main menu:
Caller List”
Operation Code
Viewing the caller list. #213 40
Main menu: “Answer System”
Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code
Message List
#329 48
Play New Msg.
(Msg.: message)
#323 47
Play All Msg.
#324 47
Erase All Msg.
*1
#325 48
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Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code
Greeting
Start REC
*1
(Record greeting)
#302 47
Play Greeting
#303 47
Default
*1
(Reset to pre-recorded greeting)
#304 47
Settings
Number of Rings
*1
2–9: 2-9 Rings 8: <8 Rings> 0: Auto
#211 50
Recording Time
*1
1: 1 Minute 3: <3 Minutes> 0: Greeting Only
*2
#305 50
Remote Code
*1
#306 49
Call Screening
1: <On> 0: Off #310 46
Answer On
*1
#327 46
Answer Off
*1
#328 46
Main menu: SMS
Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code
Public Receive List
#350 44
Send List
43
Create
43
Settings
Message Centre1
*1
#351 42
Settings
Message Centre2
*1
#352 42
Settings
Private Mailbox
*1
#353 45
Settings
PBX Access #
*1
<Off> #356 45
Settings
SMS On/Off
*1
<On> #357 42
Main menu: “Intercom
Operation Code
Paging the desired unit. #274 52
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Main menu: “Ringer Setup
Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code
Ringer Volume Handset
0–6: Off–6 <6> #160 18
Base Unit
*1
0–6: Off–6 <3> #G160
Ringtone
*3, *4
(Handset)
<Ringtone 1> #161
Night Mode On/Off
1: On 0: <Off> #238 31
Start/End
<23:00/06:00> #237 32
Ring Delay
1: 30 sec. 2: <60 sec.> 3: 90 sec. 4: 120 sec. 0: No Ringing
#239 32
Select Category
1–9: Category 1-9
#241 32
First Ring
*1, *5
1: <On> 0: Off #173
Main menu: “Time Settings”
Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code
Set Date/Time
*1
#101 15
Memo Alarm
1-5: Alarm1-5 1: Once
2: Daily 3: Weekly 0: <Off>
#720 31
Time Adjustment
*1, *6
1: <Caller ID>
0: Manual
#226
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Main menu: “Initial Setup
Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code
Ringer Setup Ringer Volume
– Handset
0–6: Off–6 <6> #160 18
Ringer Volume
Base Unit
*1
0–6: Off–6 <3> #G160
Ringtone
*3, *4
(Handset)
<Ringtone 1> #161
Night Mode – On/Off
1: On 0: <Off> #238 31
Night Mode
Start/End
<23:00/06:00> #237 32
Night Mode – Ring Delay
1: 30 sec. 2: <60 sec.> 3: 90 sec. 4: 120 sec. 0: No Ringing
#239 32
Night Mode – Select Category
1–9: Category 1-9
#241 32
First Ring
*1, *5
1: <On> 0: Off #173
Time Settings
Set Date/Time
*1
#101 15
Memo Alarm
– 1-5: Alarm1-5
1: Once 2: Daily 3: Weekly 0: <Off>
#720 31
Time Adjustment
*1, *6
1: <Caller ID> 0: Manual
#226
Talking Caller ID
Handset
1: <On> 0: Off #162 39
Base Unit
*1
1: <On> 0: Off #G162
Handset Name
#104 32
Caller Barred
*1
#217 32
Eco Setup
Transmission Power
*1
1: <Normal> 2: Low
#725 15
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Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code
Display Setup
Wallpaper
*7
<Wallpaper1> #181
Display Colour 1: <Colour1>
2: Colour2
#182
Display Mode
1: <Multi Items> 0: Single Item
#192 16
Key Backlight
1: <On> 0: Off #276
LCD in charging
*8
(LCD backlight)
1: <On> 0: Off #191
Contrast
(Display contrast)
1–6: Contrast 1-6 <Contrast 3>
#145
Auto Intercom
1: On 0: <Off> #273 52
Keytones
*9
1: <On> 0: Off #165
Call Restrict
*1
#256 33
Auto Talk
*10
1: On 0: <Off> #200 18
Line Setup
Recall/Flash
*1, *11
0: 900 msec. 1: 700 msec. 2: 600 msec. 3: 400 msec. 4: 300 msec. 5: 250 msec. G: 200 msec. #: 160 msec. 6: 110 msec. 7: <100 msec.> 8: 90 msec. 9: 80 msec.
#121 18
Privacy Mode
*1, *12
1: On 0: <Off> #194
Base Unit PIN
*1
<0000> #132 33
Repeater Mode
*1
1: On 0: <Off> #138 38
Register Register H.set
(H.set: handset)
#130 37
Cancel Register
*2
#131 37
Select Base
<Auto> #137 37
Cancel Base
*2
#139 37
Language Display
<English> #110 15
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Main menu: “Baby Monitor”
Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code
On/Off
1: On 0: <Off> #268 35
Sensitivity Level
1: Low
2: <Middle> 3: High
#269 36
Main menu: “Calendar
Operation Code
Viewing the calendar and setting the schedule alarm. #727 33
*1 If you program these settings using one of the handsets, you do not need to program the
same item using another handset.
*2 This menu is not displayed when scrolling through the display menus. It is only available in
direct command code.
*3 The ringer tone may continue to play for several seconds even if the caller has already hung
up. You may either hear a dial tone or no one on the line when you answer the call.
*4 The preset melodies in this product are used with permission of © 2011 Copyrights Vision
Inc.
*5 If you do not want the unit to ring before the caller information is received, set to Off”.
(Caller ID subscribers only) You can only remove the first ring if the unit rings two times or more by default, which depends on your service provider/telephone company.
*6 This feature allows the unit to automatically adjust the date and time each time caller
information including date and time is received. To turn this feature on, select Caller ID”. To turn this feature off, select Manual”. (Caller ID subscribers only) To use this feature, set the date and time first (page 15).
*7
You can set the wallpaper to display with or without date and time by pressing
. The
default setting is with date and time displayed.
*8 You can set the handset display backlight while on charge.
On: Backlight is on (dimmed). – Off: Backlight turns off after 10 seconds of charging.
*9 Turn this feature off if you prefer not to hear key tones while you are dialling or pressing any
keys, including confirmation tones and error tones.
*10 If you subscribe to a Caller ID service and want to view the caller’s information after lifting up
the handset to answer a call, turn off this feature.
*11 The recall/flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. Contact your PBX
supplier if necessary.
*12 To prevent other users from joining your conversations with outside callers, turn this feature
on.
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Special programming

Alarm
An alarm sounds at the set time for 1 minute and is repeated 5 times at 5 minute intervals (snooze function). A text memo can also be displayed for the alarm. A total of 5 separate alarm times can be programmed for each handset. You can set one of 3 different alarm options (once, daily, or weekly) for each alarm time.
Important:
R Set the date and time beforehand
(page 15).
1 (middle soft key) #720 2 Select an alarm by pressing 1 to 5. a
3 MbN: Select the desired alarm option. a
Off
Turns alarm off. Go to step 9.
Once
An alarm sounds once at the set time.
Daily
An alarm sounds daily at the set time. Go to step 5.
Weekly
Alarm sounds weekly at the set time(s).
4 Proceed with the operation according to
your selection in step 3.
n Once:
Enter the desired date and month. a
n Weekly:
MbN: Select the desired day of the week and press
. a
5 Set the desired time. a 6 Enter a text memo (30 characters max.;
page 53). a
7 MbN: Select the desired alarm tone. a
R We recommend selecting a different
ringer tone from the one used for outside calls.
8 MbN: Select the desired snooze setting.
a
9 a M N
R When the alarm is set,
is displayed.
Note:
R Press
to stop the alarm completely.
R When the handset is in use, the alarm will
not sound until the handset is in standby mode.
R Press any dial key or
to stop the sound but keep the snooze function activated.
R If you want to make an outside call when
the snooze function is activated, please stop the snooze function before making the call.
Night mode
Night mode allows you to select a period of time during which the handset will not ring for outside calls. This feature is useful for time periods when you do not want to be disturbed, for example, while sleeping. Night mode can be set for each handset. For personal phonebook (page 20), you can also select categories of callers whose calls override night mode and ring the handset (Caller ID subscribers only).
Important:
R Set the date and time beforehand
(page 15).
R We recommend turning the base unit ringer
off (page 28) in addition to turning the night mode on.
R If you have set the alarm, the alarm sounds
even if the night mode is turned on.
Turning night mode on/off
1
(middle soft key) #238
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2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a
R If you select Off, press M N to
exit.
3 Enter the desired hour and minute you
wish to start this feature. a R You can select 24-hour or 12-hour
clock format (AM or PM) by pressing
.
4 Enter the desired hour and minute you
wish to end this feature. a
5 M N
R When the night mode is set,
is
displayed.
Changing the start and end time
1
(middle soft key) #237
2 Continue from step 3, “Turning night
mode on/off”, page 31.
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 rings. If you select No Ringing”, the handset never rings during night mode.
1
(middle soft key) #239
2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a
a M N
Note:
R When the answering system answers the
call, this feature does not work.
Selecting categories to bypass night mode
1
(middle soft key) #241
2 Select your desired categories by
pressing 1 to 9. R “ ” is displayed next to the selected
category numbers.
R To cancel a selected category, press
the same dial key again. “
disappears.
3 a M N
Changing the handset name
Each handset can be given a customised name (“Bob”, “Kitchen”, etc.). This is useful when you make intercom calls between handsets. You can also select whether or not the handset name is displayed in standby mode. The default setting is No”. If you select
Yes without entering any handset name,Handset 1” to Handset 6” is displayed.
1
(middle soft key) #104
2 Enter the desired name (max. 10
characters; page 53). R If not required, go to step 3.
3 4 MbN: Select the desired setting. a 2
times
5 M N
Incoming call barring (Caller ID subscribers only)
This feature allows the unit to reject calls from specified phone numbers that you do not want to answer such as junk calls. When a call is received, the unit does not ring while the caller is being identified. If the phone number matches an entry in the call barred list, the unit sends out a busy tone to the caller, and then disconnects the call.
Important:
R When the unit receives a call from a
number that is stored in the call barred list, the call is logged in the caller list
(page 40) with
after the call is
disconnected.
Storing unwanted callers
You can store up to 30 phone numbers in the call barred list.
Important:
R You must store the phone number with an
area code in the call barred list.
n From the caller list:
1 MFN (
)
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2 MbN: Select the entry to be barred. a
a
3 MbN: “Caller Barred” a 4 MbN: “Yes” a a M N
n By entering phone numbers:
1
(middle soft key) #217 a
2 Enter the phone number (24 digits
max.). a R To erase a digit, press .
3 M
N
Viewing/editing/erasing bar call numbers
1
(middle soft key) #217
2 MbN: Select the desired entry.
R To exit, press M
N.
3 To edit a number:
a Edit the phone number. a
a M N
To erase a number:
a MbN: “Yes” a a M N
Note:
R When editing, press the desired dial key to
add,
to erase.
Setting call restriction
You can restrict selected handsets from dialling certain numbers. You can assign up to 6 phone numbers to be restricted, and select which handsets are to be restricted. Storing area codes here prevents the restricted handsets from dialling any phone number in that area code.
1
(middle soft key) #256
2 Enter the base unit PIN (default: 0000”).
R If you forget your PIN, see page 58.
3 Select the handsets to be restricted by
pressing 1 to 6. R All handsets registered to the base unit
are displayed.
R “ ” is displayed next to the selected
handset numbers.
R To cancel a selected handset, press
the same dial key again. “
disappears.
4 5 Select a memory location by pressing 1
to 6. a
6 Enter the phone number or area code to
be restricted (8 digits max.). a
a
M
N
R To erase a restricted number, press
.
Changing the base unit PIN (Personal Identification Number)
Important:
R If you change the PIN, please make note of
your new PIN. The unit will not reveal the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, see page 58.
1
(middle soft key) #132
2 Enter the current 4-digit base unit PIN
(default: 0000).
3 Enter the new 4-digit base unit PIN. a
a M N
Calendar/Schedule
You can program 20 schedule alarms for each handset using the calendar. A schedule alarm sounds at the set time for 1 minute. A text memo can also be displayed for the schedule alarm.
Important:
R Set the date and time beforehand
(page 15).
R If the unit is connected to a PBX system,
date information may not be properly received. Set the PBX system to receive the correct date information. Contact your PBX supplier if necessary.
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Adding a new entry
1
(middle soft key) a a
2 MbN: Select the desired date. a
R To move to another month in the
calendar, keep pressing MCN or MDN.
3
a MbN: “New Entry” a
4 Edit the date if necessary. a 5 Set the desired time. a 6 Enter a text memo (30 characters max.;
page 53). a
7 MbN: Select the desired alarm tone. a
2 times
R You can select Off if you prefer not
to hear an alarm tone.
R We recommend selecting a different
ringer tone from the one used for outside calls.
R To add other entries, repeat from step
3.
8 M
N
Note:
R To stop the alarm, press
or place the
handset on the base unit or charger.
R When the handset is in use, the alarm will
not sound until the handset is in standby mode.
Viewing entries
1
(middle soft key) a a
2 To see the entries on the selected date,
press
.
To see the schedule list, press
.
R You can see detailed information
about the schedule by pressing
.
Editing an entry
1
(middle soft key) a a
2 a MbN: Select the desired entry. 3
a MbN: “Edit” a
4 Edit the date if necessary. a 5 Edit the time if necessary. a
6 Edit the text memo if necessary (30
characters max.; page 53). a
7 MbN: Select the desired alarm tone. a
2 times
8 M
N
Erasing an entry
Schedule alarm entries are not erased automatically after the schedule alarm sounds. Erase unwanted entries.
1
(middle soft key) a a
2 a MbN: Select the desired entry. 3
a MbN: “Erase” a
4 MbN: “Yesa 5 M N
Erasing all entries
1
(middle soft key) a a
2 a 3 MbN: “Erase All” a 4 MbN: “Yes” a 5 MbN: “Yes” a 6 M N

Baby monitor

This feature allows you to listen in on a room where another handset is located, allowing you to easily monitor from different areas of the house or place. The monitored handset (placed in a baby’s room, for example) will automatically call the monitoring handset or the phone number stored when it detects sound.
Important:
R You should perform a test run of the baby
monitor procedure to ensure that the baby monitor feature is set correctly. For example, test its sensitivity. Check the connection if you are diverting the baby monitor to an outside line.
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Note:
R Both the monitored and monitoring
handsets must select the same base unit in order to use the baby monitor feature (page 37).
R If the unit is connected to a PBX system,
you cannot set the baby monitor.
R During the monitoring mode, battery
consumption is faster than usual. We recommend leaving the monitored handset on the base unit or charger.
R The monitored handset never rings during
the monitoring mode. But if the monitored handset is on the base unit, the base unit ringer sounds. Turn off the base unit ringer volume to not sound the ringer (page 28).
Setting the baby monitor
Perform the setting operation with the handset to be monitored (for example, the handset placed in a baby’s room).
To monitor with a handset
The internal baby monitor feature is only available between handsets in the same radio cell.
1
(middle soft key) #268
2 MbN: “Ona 3 MbN: Select the desired handset number
to monitor with. a R Baby Monitor will be displayed. R The registered handset name/number
is displayed.
Note:
R When this feature is on, another handset
can hear the monitored handset by making an intercom call.
To monitor from an outside line
n From the phonebook:
1
(middle soft key) #268
2 MbN: “Ona 3 MbN: Select “External” to monitor
from an outside line. a
4 To select the shared phonebook
item:
To select the personal phonebook item:
a
5 MbN: Select the phonebook entry. a
6 MbN: Select the desired phone
number. a R Baby Monitor will be
displayed.
Note:
R If you edit a phonebook entry which is
assigned for monitoring, the edited entry does not transfer to the monitor.
n By entering phone numbers:
1 (middle soft key) #268 2 MbN: “Ona 3 MbN: Select “External” to monitor
from an outside line. a
a
4 Enter the desired name (16
characters max.; page 53). a
5 Enter the desired number (24 digits
max.). a
2 times
R Baby Monitor” will be
displayed.
Note:
R The registered name/number is displayed.
Turning off the baby monitor
The monitored handset cannot be used while baby monitor is set to On.
1 Press
on the handset being
monitored.
2 MbN: “On/Off” a 3 MbN: “Off” a a M N
Editing an outside monitoring number
1 Press
on the handset being
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2 MbN: “On/Off” a 3 MbN: “On” a 4 MbN: Select the outside line. a 5 a MbN: “Edit” a 6 Edit the name if necessary (16 characters
max.; page 53). a
7 Edit the phone number if necessary (24
digits max.). a
2 times
Erasing an outside monitoring number
1 Press
on the handset being
monitored.
2 MbN: “On/Off” a 3 MbN: “On” a 4 MbN: Select the outside line. a 5 a MbN: “Erase” a 6 MbN: “Yes” a
Baby monitor sensitivity
You can adjust the sensitivity of the baby monitor. Increase or decrease the sensitivity to adjust the sound level needed to trigger the baby monitor feature. R This feature cannot be set during a
monitoring call.
1 Press
on the handset being
monitored.
2 MbN: “Sensitivity Level” a 3 Press MDN or MCN to select the desired
setting. a
a M N
Note:
R When the baby monitor is activated, you
cannot access the direct commands using the monitored handset. Before setting the baby monitor feature, you can use direct commands to adjust baby monitor sensitivity (page 30).
Answering the baby monitor
n When monitoring with a handset:
Press M N to answer calls. If you want to respond from the monitoring handset, press
.
R The monitoring handset will answer
calls automatically when the auto intercom feature is set to On” (page
52).
Note:
R If you receive an outside call when
communicating with the monitored handset, you hear 2 tones. To answer
the call, press M
N, then press
M
N.
n When monitoring from an outside line:
To answer a call, follow the operation for your phone. If you want to respond from the monitoring handset, press #1 using tone dialling. You can turn off the baby monitor feature by pressing #0.
Note:
R 2 minutes after the monitored handset
starts a call, communication between the monitored handset and monitoring phone line is turned off automatically.

Registering a unit

Operating additional units
Additional handsets
Up to 6 handsets can be registered to a single base unit.
Important:
R The additional handset model
recommended for use with this unit is noted on page 4. If another handset model is used, certain operations (handset settings, base unit settings, etc.) may not be available.
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Additional base units
Handsets can be registered to up to 4 base units, allowing you to add additional base units and extend the area in which your handset(s) can be used. If a handset moves out of range of its base unit when Auto” is selected on base unit (page 37), it looks for another base unit to make or receive calls. A base unit and the handsets it communicates with is called a “radio cell”.
Note:
R Calls are disconnected when the handset
moves from one radio cell to another.
Registering a handset to a base
unit
The supplied handset and base unit are pre-registered. If for some reason the handset is not registered to the base unit (for example,
is displayed even when the handset is
near the base unit), re-register the handset.
1 Handset:
(middle soft key) #130
2 MbN: Select a base unit number. a
R This number is used by the handset as
a reference only.
3 Base unit:
Press and hold M
N for about 5 seconds,
until the registration tone sounds. R If all registered handsets start ringing,
press M
N again to stop, then repeat
this step.
R The next step must be completed
within 90 seconds.
4 Handset:
a Wait until Base PIN” is displayed. a Enter the base unit PIN (default: 0000”). a
R If you forget your PIN, see page 58. R When the handset has been registered
successfully,
is displayed.
Note:
R While registering, “Base in
registering is displayed on all
registered handsets.
R When you purchase an additional handset,
refer to the additional handset’s installation manual for registration.
Selecting a base unit
When Auto” is selected, the handset automatically uses any available base unit it is registered to. When a specific base unit is selected, the handset makes and receives calls using that base unit only. If the handset is out of range of that base unit, no calls can be made.
1
(middle soft key) #137
2 MbN: Select the desired base unit number,
or Auto. a R The handset starts searching for the
base unit.
Deregistering a handset
A handset can cancel its own registration to the base unit, or other handsets registered to the same base unit. This allows the handset to end its wireless connection with the system.
1
(middle soft key) #131
R All handsets registered to the base unit
are displayed.
2 MbN: Select the handset you want to
cancel. a
3 MbN: Yes a
R A confirmation tone sounds. R The handset does not beep when
cancelling its own registration.
4 M
N
Cancelling a base unit
A handset can cancel a base unit that it is registered to. This allows the base unit to end its wireless connection with the system.
1
(middle soft key) #139
2 MbN: Select the base unit you want to
cancel. a
3 MbN: “Yes” a a M N
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Note:
R To register a handset to another base unit
or to the same base unit again, see page 37.
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. Contact your Panasonic dealer for details.
Important:
R Before registering the repeater to this base
unit, you must turn the repeater mode on.
R Do not use more than one repeater at a
time.
Setting the repeater mode
1
(middle soft key) #138
2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a
a M N
Note:
R After turning the repeater mode on or off,
is displayed on the handset momentarily. This is normal and the handset can be used once
is displayed.
Registering the DECT repeater (KX-A405) to the base unit
Note:
R Please use a repeater that has not yet been
registered to another unit. If the repeater is registered to another unit, deregister it first, referring to the Installation Guide for the DECT repeater.
1 Base unit:
Press and hold M N for about 5 seconds, until the registration tone sounds. R The next step must be completed
within 90 seconds.
2 DECT repeater:
Connect the AC adaptor, then wait until the
indicator and indicator light
green.
3 Base unit:
To exit the registration mode, press M
N.
R The registration tone stops.
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Using Caller ID service

Important:
R This unit is Caller ID compatible. To use
Caller ID features, you must subscribe to a Caller ID service. Contact your service provider/telephone company for details.
Caller ID features
When an outside call is being received, the caller information is displayed. Caller information for the last 50 callers is logged in the caller list from the most recent call to the oldest. R If the unit cannot receive caller information,
the following is displayed: – Out of Area”: The caller dials from
an area which does not provide a Caller
ID service. – Private Caller”: The caller
requests not to send caller information.
R If the unit is connected to a PBX system,
caller information may not be properly received. Contact your PBX supplier.
Missed calls
If a call is not answered, the unit treats it as a missed call and
is displayed. This lets you know if you should view the caller list to see who called while you were away. Even if only one missed call in the caller list is viewed (page 40),
disappears from the
display. When you receive another new call,
is displayed again.
Note:
R Even when there are unviewed missed
calls,
disappears from the standby display if the following operation is performed by one of the registered handsets: – Being replaced on the base unit or
charger.
– Pressing M
N.
Phonebook name display
When caller information is received and it matches a phone number stored in the
phonebook, the stored name in the phonebook is displayed and logged in the caller list.
Note:
R If the same phone number is stored in the
shared phonebook and personal phonebook separately with different names, the name stored in the personal phonebook is displayed.
Talking Caller ID
Handset / Base unit
This feature let you know who is calling by announcing the caller information. To use this feature, you must: – subscribe to a Caller ID service of your
service provider/telephone company. – turn this feature on (page 28). – store the name and phone number in the
shared phonebook (page 20).
Phonebook name announcement
When caller information is received from your service provider/telephone company and it matches a phone number stored in the shared phonebook, the stored name is announced following every ring. If that phone number has not been stored in the shared phonebook, the caller information is announced.
Important:
R To use the Talking Caller ID feature, enter
the name in the character entry mode when
you store the entries in the shared
phonebook using the alphabet. R The unit does not announce the name
entered in Greek, Extended 1, 2, Cyrillic
characters.
Note:
R Name pronunciation may vary. This feature
may not pronounce all names correctly. R The announcement is heard at the same
level as the ringer volume (page 18, 28). R Depending on the number of rings setting
(page 50), the answering system may
answer calls before announcing the caller
information.
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R When you receive a call while on the
phone, the 2nd caller information is not announced even if you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services.
Category ringer tone
This feature can help you identify who is calling by using different ringer tones for different categories of callers. When adding an entry to the shared phonebook, you can assign it to the desired category (page 20). When a call is received from a caller assigned to a category, the ringer you selected for that category rings after caller information is displayed. If you select Default Ringer”, the unit uses the ringer tone you selected on page 28 when calls from this category are received. The default setting is Default Ringer”.
1
(left soft key) a
2 MbN: “Categorya 3 MbN: Select the desired category. a 4 MbN: Select the current setting of the
category ringer tone. a
5 MbN: Select the desired ringer tone. a
6 M N

Caller list

Important:
R Only 1 person can access the caller list at a
time.
R Make sure the unit’s date and time setting
is correct (page 15).
Viewing the caller list and calling back
1 MFN (
)
2 Press MCN to search from the most recent
call, or press MDN to search from the oldest call. R You can see the detailed information
about the caller by pressing when in multiple display mode.
3 To call back, press M
N.
To exit, press M
N.
Note:
R If the entry has already been viewed or
answered, “
” is displayed, even if it was
viewed or answered using another handset. R If the call matches an entry in the call
barred list, the number is logged with
(page 32).
Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back
1 MFN (
)
2 MbN: Select the desired entry. a 3 a Edit the number.
R Press dial key (0 to 9) to add,
to delete.
4 M
N
Erasing selected caller information
1 MFN (
)
2 MbN: Select the desired entry. 3
a MbN: “Yes” a a M N
Erasing all caller information
1 MFN (
)
2
a MbN: “Yes” a a M N
Storing caller information to the phonebook
1 MFN (
)
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2 MbN: Select the desired entry. a a
3 To add entries to the shared
phonebook: MbN: “Shared Phonebook” a To add entries to the personal phonebook: MbN: “Personal Phonebook” a
4 To store the name, continue from step 3,
“Editing entries”, page 22.
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Using SMS

SMS allows you to send and receive text messages between other fixed-line and mobile phones that support compatible SMS networks and features.
Important:
R To use SMS features, you must:
– subscribe to a Caller ID and/or an
appropriate service such as SMS. – confirm that SMS is turned on. – confirm that the correct message centre
numbers are stored. Contact your service provider/telephone company for details and availability.
Using the public mailbox and private mailboxes
SMS messages can be sent and received using the public mailbox or any one of the 6 private mailboxes. The public mailbox can be accessed freely. Private mailboxes are password protected to ensure privacy.
Important:
R To use the public mailbox, you must
register the public mailbox with BT Text (page 42).
R To send or receive a message using a
private mailbox, you must: – first create the private mailbox by storing
its name and password (page 45). – register each private mailbox with BT
Text (page 42).
Note:
R A total of 47 messages (at 160 characters/
message) in all mailboxes added together can be saved. Total number may be more than 47 if length of messages is less than 160 characters/message.
R If the unit is connected to a PBX system,
you may not be able to use SMS features.

Turning SMS on/off

The default setting is On.
1
(middle soft key) #357
2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a
a M N

Storing SMS message centre numbers

SMS message centre numbers must be stored in order to send and receive SMS messages. The message centre numbers (used for SMS services provided by BT Text) are pre-programmed in this unit. You can change them if necessary. Contact your service provider/telephone company for more information.
1 To store “Message Centre1”:
(middle soft key) #351
To store “Message Centre2”:
(middle soft key) #352
2 Edit the number as necessary. a
a M N
Note:
R For PBX users:
– You need to add the PBX line access
number and a dialling pause to the beginning of the Message Centre 1 number.
– If you only use the Message Centre 1
number for SMS, store the Message Centre 1 number as is (without adding a line access number or dialling pause) to Message Centre 2.

Registering mailboxes

Each SMS mailbox you wish to use must be registered with BT Text. There are two ways you can register a mailbox: – Send an SMS message to another person. – Send the text message ‘REGISTER’ to
destination number 00000.
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Sending a message

Writing and sending a new message
1
(middle soft key) a a
2 To access the public mailbox:
MbN:“Public” a To access a private mailbox:
MbN: Select the desired mailbox. a a Enter its password.
3 MbN: “Createa
R If DUse Last Text?” is displayed,
you can use the text from the last message you created by pressing MDN.
4 Enter a message. a
R You can change the character entry
mode by pressing
(page 53).
5 Enter the destination phone number (20
digits max.). a
To use the redial list:
MEN (T) a MbN: Select the phone number. a
2 times
To use the caller list:
MFN (
) a MbN: Select the party. a
2 times
To use the shared phonebook:
a MbN: Select the phonebook
entry. a
a MbN: Select the desired
phone number. a 2 times
To use the personal phonebook:
a a MbN: Select the
phonebook entry. a
a MbN: Select
the desired phone number. a
2
times R If you wish to send the message to the
other party’s mailbox, enter the other party’s mailbox number after the destination phone number. Example: The other party’s phone number is 123456 and their mailbox number is 1. Enter 1234561.
6 To save the message, select “Yes”. a
7 To send the message, press .
R To cancel sending, press M
N.
Note:
R This unit supports SMS messages of up to
612 characters, however, the maximum number of characters you can send or receive may be limited by your SMS service provider/telephone company. Contact your SMS service provider/telephone company for details.
R If your message contains over 160
characters, the message is a long message and IILong TextII” is displayed. Your service provider/telephone company may treat long messages differently from other messages. Contact your service provider/ telephone company for details.
R If your phone is connected to a PBX, store
the PBX line access number (page 45).
Editing/sending a saved message
1
(middle soft key) a a
2 To access the public mailbox:
MbN: “Public” a To access a private mailbox:
MbN: Select the desired mailbox. a a Enter its password.
3 MbN: “Send Lista 4 To read a saved message, press MCN or
MDN to select the message. a
5 To edit the message:
a MbN: Edit Message” a
a Continue from step 4, “Writing and
sending a new message”, page 43.
To send the message:
a MbN: Senda a Press
and hold
to erase all numbers. a
Continue from step 5, “Writing and sending a new message”, page 43.
Erasing saved messages
1
(middle soft key) a a
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2 To access the public mailbox:
MbN: “Public” a To access a private mailbox:
MbN: Select the desired mailbox. a a Enter its password.
3 MbN: “Send List” a 4 MbN: Select a message. a 5 a MbN: “Erase” a
R To erase all messages in the selected
mailbox, select Erase All”. a
6 MbN: “Yes” a a M N

Receiving a message

When an SMS message is received: – Receiving SMS Message” is displayed. – a tone is heard (if the handset ringer is
turned on).
is displayed with the total number of
new (unread) SMS messages.
Reading a received message
1
(middle soft key) a a
2 To access the public mailbox:
MbN: “Public” a To access a private mailbox:
MbN: Select the desired mailbox. a a Enter its password.
R If a mailbox contains new (unread)
SMS messages, “I” is displayed next to the total number of messages for that mailbox.
3 MbN: “Receive Lista 4 MbN: Select a message.
R Messages which have already been
read are indicated by a “
”, even if
they were read using another handset.
R To erase a message, press
. a
MbN: “Yes” a
5 Press to read the message content.
Note:
R To call the message sender, press M
N.
Replying to a message
1 While reading a received message, press
.
2 MbN: “Replya 3 Enter a message (page 53). a 4 Edit the destination phone number if
necessary. a
5 Continue from step 6, “Writing and
sending a new message”, page 43.
Editing/forwarding a message
1 While reading a received message, press
.
2 MbN: “Edit Messagea 3 Continue from step 4, “Writing and
sending a new message”, page 43.
Erasing received messages
1 While reading a received message, press
.
2 MbN: Erase a
R To erase all messages in the selected
mailbox, select Erase All”. a
3 MbN: “Yes” a a M N
Storing the sender’s number in the phonebook
1 While reading a received message, press
.
2 MbN: “Add Phonebook” a 3 To add entries to the shared
phonebook: MbN: “Shared Phonebook” a To add entries to the personal
phonebook:
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MbN: “Personal Phonebook” a
4 To store the name, continue from step 3,
“Editing entries”, page 22.
Editing the sender’s number before calling back
1 While reading a received message, press
.
2 MbN: “Edit & Calla 3 Edit the number. a M N

Other settings

Creating private mailboxes
Private mailboxes can be used for sending and receiving SMS messages. Each private mailbox is password protected.
1
(middle soft key) #353
2 MbN: Select the desired new mailbox
number (Mailbox1” to Mailbox6”). a
3 Enter a name for the mailbox (5
characters max.; page 53). a
4 Enter a 4-digit password for the mailbox.
a
2 times a M N
Note:
R To receive SMS messages using a
mailbox, inform others of your mailbox number.
R If you forget the password assigned to a
mailbox, contact an authorised service centre.
Changing private mailbox settings
You can change the password or name of the private mailbox and erase the mailbox.
1
(middle soft key) #353
2 MbN: Select the desired mailbox name. a
2 times
3 Enter the mailbox’s 4-digit password. 4 Edit the mailbox name (5 characters
max.; page 53). a R To erase the mailbox, press and hold
. a a MbN: Yes a a M N
5 Enter a 4-digit password for the mailbox.
a
2 times a M N
Storing the PBX line access number (for PBX users only)
Store your PBX line access number (4 digits max.) so that SMS messages are sent properly. When sending SMS messages to entries in the phonebook or redial list, the PBX line access number is deleted. The default setting is Off”.
1
(middle soft key) #356
2 MbN: “Ona 3 Enter your PBX line access code and a
dialling pause, if necessary. a
a
M
N
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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 19). You can also set the unit to play a greeting message but not to record caller messages by selecting Greeting Only” as the recording time setting (page 50).
Important:
R Only 1 person can access the answering
system (listen to messages, record a greeting message, etc.) at a time.
R When callers leave messages, the unit
records the day and time of each message. Make sure the date and time have been set correctly (page 15).
Memory capacity (including your greeting message)
The total recording capacity is about 40 minutes. A maximum of 64 messages can be recorded.
Note:
R When message memory becomes full:
Messages Full” is shown on the
handset display. – The answer on indicator on the base unit
flashes rapidly if the answering system is
turned on. – The message counter on the base unit
flashes if the answering system is turned
on. –
and the total number of new
messages are not displayed on the
handset even if the answering system is
turned on. – If you use the pre-recorded greeting
message, the unit automatically switches
to another pre-recorded greeting
message asking callers to call again
later. – If you recorded your own greeting
message, the same message is still
announced to callers even though their
messages are not recorded.

Turning the answering system on/off

The answering system is preset to on.
Base unit
Press M
N to turn on/off the answering
system. R When the answering system is turned on:
– The answer on indicator lights up. – The message counter displays the total
number of messages (old and new).
Handset
1 To turn on:
(middle soft key) #327
To turn off:
(middle soft key) #328
2 M
N
Note:
R When the answering system is turned on,
is displayed next to the battery icon.
Call screening
While a caller is leaving a message, you can listen to the call through the handset’s speaker. To adjust the speaker volume, press MDN or MCN repeatedly. You can answer the call by pressing M
N on the handset. Call
screening can be set for each handset. The default setting is On”.
1
(middle soft key) #310
2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a
a M N

Greeting message

When the unit answers a call, a greeting message is played to callers. You can use either: – your own greeting message – a pre-recorded greeting message
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Recording your greeting message
1
(middle soft key) #302
2 MbN: “Yesa 3 After a beep sounds, hold the handset
about 20 cm away and speak clearly into the microphone (2 minutes and 30 seconds max.).
4 Press
to stop recording.
5 M
N
Using a pre-recorded greeting message
The unit provides 2 pre-recorded greeting messages: – If you erase or do not record your own
greeting message, the unit plays a pre-recorded greeting asking callers to leave a message.
– If the message recording time (page 50)
is set to Greeting Only”, callers’ messages are not recorded and the unit plays a different pre-recorded greeting message asking callers to call again.
Resetting to a pre-recorded greeting message
If you want to use a pre-recorded greeting message once you record your own greeting message, you need to erase your own greeting message.
1
(middle soft key) #304
2
a M N
Playing back the greeting message
1
(middle soft key) #303
2 M
N

Listening to messages using the base unit

When new messages have been recorded,
M
N on the base unit flashes. Press M N. R If new messages have been recorded, the
base unit plays back new messages.
R If there are no new messages, the base
unit plays back all messages.
Operating the answering system during playback
Key Operation
MjN or MkN Adjust the speaker volume M N
Repeat message
*1
M N Skip message MnN Stop playback M N
Erase currently playing message
*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a
message, the previous message is played.
Erasing all messages
Press M
N 2 times while the unit is not in use.

Listening to messages using the handset

When new messages have been recorded,
is displayed on the handset with the total number of new messages.
1 To listen to new messages:
(middle soft key) #323
To listen to all messages:
(middle soft key) #324
2 When finished, press M
N.
Note:
R To switch to the receiver, press M
N.
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Listening to messages from the
message list
You can select the item to play back.
1
(middle soft key) #329
2 MbN: Select the desired item from the
message list. a R You can erase the selected message
as follows:
a MbN: Yesa
3 When finished, press M N.
Note:
R If the item has already been heard, “
” is displayed, even if it was heard using another handset.
R Message” is displayed in the message list
for any recorded conversations or if the unit cannot receive caller information.
Operating the answering system
(middle soft key) a a
Key Operation
MDN or MCN Adjust the receiver or
speaker volume (during playback)
1 or MFN Repeat message
(during playback)
*1
2 or MEN Skip message
(during playback)
*2
3 Enter the Settings
menu
4 Play new messages 5 Play all messages 6 Play greeting message 76 Record greeting message 8 Turn answering system on
Pause message
*3
9 or
Stop recording Stop playback
0 Turn answering system off
Key Operation
*4
*4
Erase currently playing message
*5 Erase all messages *6 Reset to a pre-recorded
greeting message
*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a
message, the previous message is played except when playing back from the message list.
*2 When you play a message from the
message list, the unit stops message playback and the display goes back to the message list.
*3 To resume playback:
MbN: Playa
*4 You can also erase as follows:
a MbN: Yesa
Calling back (Caller ID subscribers only)
If caller information is received for the call, you can call the caller back while listening to a message.
1 Press
during playback.
2 MbN: “Call Backa
Editing the number before calling back
1 Press
during playback.
2 MbN: “Edit & Calla 3 Edit the number. a M N
Erasing all messages
1
(middle soft key) #325
2 MbN: Yes a
a M N

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
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answering system settings. The unit’s voice guidance prompts you to press certain dial keys to perform different operations.
Remote access code
A 3-digit remote access code must be entered when operating the answering system remotely. This code prevents unauthorised parties from listening to your messages remotely.
Important:
R In order to operate the answering system
remotely, you must first set a remote access code.
1 (middle soft key) #306 2 To turn on remote operation, enter the
desired 3-digit remote access code.
3
a M N
Deactivating remote operation
Press * in step 2 on “Remote access code” page 49. R The entered remote access code is deleted.
Using the answering system
remotely
1 Dial your phone number from a
touch-tone phone.
2 After the greeting message starts, enter
your remote access code.
3 Follow the voice guidance prompts as
necessary or control the unit using remote commands (page 49).
4 When finished, hang up.
Voice guidance
During remote operation, the unit’s voice guidance starts and prompts you to press 1 to perform a specific operation, or press 2 to listen to more available operations.
Note:
R If you do not press any dial keys within 10
seconds after a voice guidance prompt, the unit disconnects your call.
Remote commands
You can press dial keys to access certain answering system functions without waiting for the voice guidance to prompt you.
Key Operation
1 Repeat message
(during playback)
*1
2 Skip message
(during playback)
4 Play new messages 5 Play all messages 6 Play greeting message 7 Record greeting message 9 Stop recording
Stop playback
0 Turn answering system off *4 Erase currently playing message *5 Erase all messages *6 Reset to a pre-recorded 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 is played.
Turning on the answering system remotely
If the answering system is off, you can turn it on remotely.
1 Dial your phone number from a
touch-tone phone.
2 Let the phone ring 20 times.
R A long beep is heard.
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3 Enter your remote access code within 10
seconds after the long beep.
R The greeting message is played back. R You can either hang up, or enter your
remote access code again and begin remote operation (page 48).

Answering system settings

Number of rings before the unit
answers a call
You can change the number of times the phone rings Number of Rings” before the unit answers a call. You can select 2 to 9 rings, or Auto”.
The default setting is 8 Rings”.
Auto: The unit’s answering system answers at the end of the 5th ring when new messages have been recorded, or at the end of the 8th ring when there are no new messages. If you call your phone from outside to listen to new messages (page 49), you know that there are no new messages when the phone rings for the 6th time. You can then hang up without being charged for the call.
1
(middle soft key) #211
2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a
a M N
For voice mail service subscribers
To receive voice mail and use answering system properly, please note the following: R To use the voice mail service (page 51)
provided by your service provider/telephone company rather than the unit’s answering system, turn off the answering system (page 46).
R To use this unit’s answering system rather
than the voice mail service provided by your service provider/telephone company, please contact your service provider/ telephone company to deactivate your voice mail service. 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 the voice mail service of your service provider/ telephone company does. 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.
– Change the number of rings of the voice
mail service so that the answering system can answer the call first. To do so, contact your service provider/ telephone company.
Caller’s recording time
You can change the maximum message recording time allowed for each caller. The default setting is 3 Minutes”.
1
(middle soft key) #305
2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a
a M N
Selecting “Greeting Only”
You can select Greeting Only” which sets the unit to announce a greeting message to callers but not record messages. Select Greeting Only” in step 2 on “Caller’s recording time” page 50.
Note:
R When you select Greeting Only”:
– If you do not record your own message,
the unit will play the pre-recorded greeting-only message asking callers to call again later.
– If you use your own message, record the
greeting-only message asking callers to call again later (page 47).
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Voice mail service

Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your service provider/telephone company. After you subscribe to this service, your service provider/telephone company’s voice mail system answers 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,
is
displayed on the handset if message indication service is available. Please contact your service provider/telephone company for details of this service.
Important:
R If
still remains on the display even after
you have listened to new messages, turn it off by pressing and holding # for 2 seconds.
R 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 46). For details, see page 50.
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Intercom

Intercom calls can be made between handsets in the same radio cell.
Note:
R When paging the handset, the paged
handset beeps for 1 minute.
R If you receive an outside call while talking
on the intercom, you hear 2 tones. To answer the call, press M
N, then press
M
N.
Making an intercom call
1
(middle soft key) a
2 MbN: Select the desired unit. a
R To stop paging, press M N.
3 When you finish talking, press M N.
Answering an intercom call
1 Press M
N to answer the page.
2 When you finish talking, press M
N.
Turning auto intercom on/off
This feature allows the handset to answer intercom calls automatically when it is called. You do not need to press M
N. When this
feature is set to On”, the monitoring handset for the baby monitor feature (page 36) will also answer baby monitor calls automatically. The default setting is Off”.
1
(middle soft key) #273
2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a
a M N

Handset locator

You can locate a misplaced handset by paging it.
1 Base unit: Press M
N.
R All registered handsets beep for 1
minute.
2 To stop paging:
Base unit: Press M
N.
Handset: Press M
N.

Transferring calls, conference calls

Outside calls can be transferred between 2 handsets in the same radio cell. 2 handsets in the same radio cell can have a conference call with an outside party.
1 During an outside call, press
to put
the call on hold.
2 MbN: Select the desired unit. a 3 Wait for the paged party to answer.
R If the paged party does not answer,
press to return to the outside call.
4 To complete the transfer:
Press M N. R The outside call is being routed to the
destination unit.
To establish a conference call:
a MbN: Conference” a
R To leave the conference, press
M
N. The other 2 parties can
continue the conversation.
R To put the outside call on hold:
a MbN: Hold” a To resume the conference: a MbN: Conference” a
Note:
R If you want to return to the outside call after
the paged party answers, press .
Answering a transferred call
Press M
N to answer the page.
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Character entry

The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it. The characters that can be entered depend on the character entry mode (page 53). – Press MFN or MEN to move the cursor left or right. – Press dial keys to enter characters and numbers. – Press
to erase the character or number highlighted by the cursor. Press and hold to
erase all characters or numbers.
– Press * (Aaa) to switch between uppercase and lowercase. – To enter another character located on the same dial key, press MEN to move the cursor to the
next space, then press the appropriate dial key.
– 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.
Character entry modes
The available character entry modes are Alphabet (ABC), Numeric (0-9), Greek (
),
Extended 1 (
), Extended 2 ( ), and Cyrillic ( ). For SMS messages, Alphabet (ABC),
Numeric (0-9), Greek (
), and Extended 1 ( ) modes are available. When in these entry modes except Numeric, you can select which character is entered by pressing a dial key repeatedly.
When the unit displays the character entry screen:
a MbN: Select a character entry mode. a
Note:
R
in the following tables represents a single space.
R The dial keys with *1, *2, and *3 in the following tables have different character assignment for
SMS. See the footnotes with *1, *2, and *3.
Alphabet character table (ABC)
z
y
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Numeric entry table (0-9)
z
y
1
2
3
4 5 6 7 8 9
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Greek character table ( )
z y
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Extended 1 character table ( )
z
y
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9
R The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase:
Extended 2 character table ( ) (Not available for SMS)
z
y
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
R The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase:
Cyrillic character table ( ) (Not available for SMS)
z
y
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
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Error messages

Display message Cause/solution
Base no power
or
No link to base. Reconnect main base AC adaptor.
R The handset has lost communication with the base unit. Move
closer to the base unit and try again.
R Unplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the unit. Reconnect
the adaptor and try again.
R The handset’s registration may have been cancelled.
Re-register the handset (page 37).
Check Phone Line
R The supplied telephone line cord has not been connected yet
or not connected properly. Check the connections (page 10).
Error
R Recording was too short. Try again.
Failed
R Phonebook copy failed (page 22). Confirm the other handset
(the receiver) is in standby mode and try again.
Incomplete
R The receiver’s phonebook memory is full. Erase the unwanted
phonebook entries from the other handset (the receiver) and try again.
Invalid Number
R You tried to send an SMS message to a phone number saved
in the phonebook, caller list, or redial list that is over 20 digits long.
Memory Full
R The phonebook memory is full. Erase unwanted entries
(page 22).
R Message memory is full. Erase unwanted messages (page 47,
48).
R The call barred list memory is full. Erase unwanted entries
(page 33).
R The schedule alarm memory is full. Erase unwanted entries
(page 34).
R The maximum number of base units (4) is already registered
to the handset. Cancel unused base unit registrations from the handset (page 37).
Use rechargeable battery.
R A wrong type of battery such as Alkaline or Manganese was
inserted. Use only the rechargeable Ni-MH batteries noted on page 4, 7.
You must first subscribe to Caller ID.
R You must subscribe to a Caller ID service. Once you receive
caller information after subscribing to a Caller ID service, this message will not be displayed.
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Troubleshooting

If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor and turn off the handset, then reconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor and turn on the handset.
General use
Problem Cause/solution
The handset does not turn on even after installing charged batteries.
R Place the handset on the base unit or charger to turn on the
handset.
The unit does not work. R Make sure the batteries are installed correctly (page 10).
R Fully charge the batteries (page 11). R Check the connections (page 10). R Unplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the unit and turn off
the handset. Reconnect the adaptor, turn on the handset and try again.
R The handset has not been registered to the base unit. Register
the handset (page 37).
The handset display is blank or dark.
R The handset is in screen saver mode (page 15). Activate the
handset display again by: – pressing MFN or MEN when on a call.
– pressing M
N at all other times.
R LCD in charging is set to Off while on charge. Change
the setting (page 29).
R The handset is not turned on. Turn the power on (page 15).
I cannot hear a dial tone. R Make sure that you are using the supplied telephone line cord.
Your old telephone line cord may have a different wiring configuration.
R The base unit’s AC adaptor or telephone line cord is not
connected. Check the connections.
R 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.
Programmable settings
Problem Cause/solution
The display is in a language I cannot read.
R Change the display language (page 15).
I cannot activate the eco mode.
R You cannot set eco mode when you set the repeater mode
On. If required, set the repeater mode to “Off (page 38).
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Problem Cause/solution
I cannot register a handset to a base unit.
R The maximum number of base units (4) is already registered to
the handset. Cancel unused base unit registrations from the handset (page 37).
R The maximum number of handsets (6) is already registered to
the base unit. Cancel unused handset registrations from the base unit (page 37).
R You entered the wrong PIN. If you forget your PIN, see “I
cannot remember the PIN.” (page 58).
I cannot remember the PIN.
R Change the PIN using the following method.
1
(middle soft key) #132
2 *7000 3 Enter the new 4-digit base unit PIN. a
a M N
Battery recharge
Problem Cause/solution
The handset beeps and/ or
flashes.
R Battery charge is low. Fully charge the batteries (page 11).
I fully charged the batteries, but –
still flashes or
– the operating time
seems to be shorter.
R Clean the battery ends ( , ) and the charge contacts with a
dry cloth and charge again.
R It is time to replace the batteries (page 10).
Making/answering calls, intercom
Problem Cause/solution
is displayed.
R The handset is too far from the base unit. Move closer. R The base unit’s AC adaptor is not properly connected.
Reconnect AC adaptor to the base unit.
R The handset is not registered to the base unit. Register it
(page 37).
R Activating one touch eco mode reduces the range of the base
unit in standby mode. If required, turn eco mode off (page 15).
Noise is heard, sound cuts in and out.
R You are using the handset or base unit in an area with high
electrical interference. Re-position the base unit and use the handset away from sources of interference.
R Move closer to the base unit. R If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommend connecting a
DSL/ADSL filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your DSL/ADSL provider for details.
Sound quality seems to be getting worse.
R You have registered a handset that is not recommended
(page 4). The clearest sound quality is only possible by registering the recommended handset.
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Problem Cause/solution
The handset does not ring.
R The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust ringer volume (page 18). R Night mode is turned on. Turn it off (page 31).
The base unit does not ring.
R The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust ringer volume (page 28).
I cannot make a call. R You dialled a call restricted number (page 33).
R The key lock feature is turned on. Turn it off (page 19).
Caller ID/Talking Caller ID
Problem Cause/solution
Caller information is not displayed.
R You must subscribe to a Caller ID service. Contact your service
provider/telephone company for details.
R If your unit is connected to any additional telephone equipment,
remove and plug the unit directly into the wall jack.
R If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommend connecting a
DSL/ADSL filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your DSL/ADSL provider for details.
R Other telephone equipment may be interfering with this unit.
Disconnect the other equipment and try again.
Caller information is displayed or announced late.
R Depending on your service provider/telephone company, the
unit may display or announce the caller’s information at the 2nd ring or later. Set the first ring to Off” (page 28).
R Move closer to the base unit.
Caller information is not announced.
R To use the Talking Caller ID feature, store the name and phone
number in the shared phonebook (page 20).
R The handset or base unit’s ringer volume is turned off. Adjust it
(page 18, 28).
R The Talking Caller ID feature is turned off. Turn it on (page 28). R Depending on the number of rings setting, the answering
system may answer calls before announcing the caller information. Select a different setting (page 50).
The announcement is different from the displayed name.
R If the same phone number has been stored in the shared
phonebook and personal phonebook separately with different names, the personal phonebook name is displayed and shared phonebook name is announced. Enter the same name in the shared phonebook and the personal phonebook if you want to unify the two.
Time on the unit has shifted.
R Incorrect time information from incoming Caller ID changes the
time. Set the time adjustment to Manual” (off) (page 27).
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SMS (Short Message Service)
Problem Cause/solution
The SMS message centre number is logged in the caller list and the message is not received.
R Someone tried to send you a message while SMS is turned off.
Turn it on (page 42).
I cannot send or receive SMS messages.
R You have not subscribed to the appropriate service. Contact
your service provider/telephone company.
R The SMS message centre number(s) are not stored or are
incorrect. Store the correct numbers (page 42).
R Message transmission was interrupted. Wait until the message
has been sent before using other telephone functions.
R If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommend connecting a
DSL/ADSL filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your DSL/ADSL provider for details.
FD is displayed. R The unit could not connect to the SMS message centre.
Confirm that the correct SMS message centre numbers are stored. Confirm that SMS is turned on (page 42).
FE is displayed. R An error occurred while sending the message. Try again.E0 is displayed. R Your phone number is permanently withheld or you have not
subscribed to the appropriate service. Contact your service provider/telephone company.
Answering system
Problem Cause/solution
The unit does not record new messages.
R The answering system is turned off. Turn it on (page 46). R The message memory is full. Erase unwanted messages
(page 47).
R The recording time is set to Greeting Only”. Change the
setting (page 50).
R If you subscribe to a voice mail service, messages are recorded
by your service provider/telephone company, not your telephone. Change the unit’s number of rings setting or contact your service provider/telephone company (page 50).
I cannot operate the answering system remotely.
R The remote access code is not set. Set the remote access code
(page 49).
R You are entering the wrong remote access code. If you have
forgotten your remote access code, enter the remote access code setting to check your current code (page 49).
R The answering system is turned off. Turn it on (page 49).
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Liquid damage
Problem Cause/solution
Liquid or other form of moisture has entered the handset/base unit.
R Disconnect the AC adaptor and telephone line cord from the
base unit. Remove the batteries from the handset and leave to dry for at least 3 days. After the handset/base unit are completely dry, reconnect the AC adaptor and telephone line cord. Insert the batteries and charge fully before use. If the unit does not work properly, contact an authorised service centre.
Caution:
R To avoid permanent damage, do not use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process.

Belt clip

n To attach n To remove
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Conditions of guarantee

Receipt No. Date of purchase
Model No. Serial No.
This guarantee is in addition to and does not in any way affect any statutory or other rights of consumer purchasers. If within the applicable guarantee period, the product proves to be defective by reason of faulty design, workmanship or materials, we undertake subject to the following conditions to have the defective product (or any part or parts there of) repaired or replaced free of charge.
1. The product shall have been purchased and used solely within either the U.K. or Ireland and in accordance with standard operating instructions and the technical and/or Safety Standards required in the U.K.
2. On being found defective, please consult with the retailer from where it was purchased for assistance.
3.
This guarantee shall not apply to damage caused through fire, accident, lightning, misuse,
wear and tear, neglect, incorrect adjustment or repair, to damage caused through installation, adaption, modification or use in an improper manner or inconsistent with the technical and/or safety standards required in the country where this product is used, or to damage occurred during transit to or from the purchaser.
4. If at any time during the guarantee period any part or parts of the product are replaced with a part or parts not supplied or approved by us or of an objective quality safe and suitable for the product, or the product has been dismantled or repaired by any person not authorised by us, we shall have the right to terminate this guarantee in whole or in part immediately without further notice.
5. The purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy under this guarantee against us is for the repair or replacement of the product or any defective part or parts and no other remedy, including, but not limited to, incidental or consequential damage or loss of whatsoever nature shall be available to the purchaser.
6. This guarantee shall not apply to batteries and any other items of limited natural life.
7. Our decision on all matters relating to complaints shall be final. Any product or defective part which has been replaced shall become our property.
8. The guarantee period applicable to this product shall be 12 months.
Please keep these operating instructions with your receipt.
Panasonic U.K. a branch of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
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Index

A Additional base units: 37
Additional handsets: 36 Alarm: 31 Answering calls: 17 Answering system: 46
Call screening: 46 Erasing messages: 47, 48, 49 Greeting message: 46 Greeting only: 50 Listening to messages: 47, 49 Message list: 48 Number of rings: 50 Recording time: 50 Remote access code: 49 Remote operation: 48
Turning on/off: 46, 48, 49 Auto intercom: 52 Auto talk: 18, 29
B Baby monitor: 34
Base unit
Cancelling: 37
Selecting: 37 Battery: 10, 11 Belt clip: 61
C Calendar: 33
Call restriction: 33 Call share: 19 Call waiting: 18 Call Waiting Caller ID: 18 Caller ID service: 39 Caller list: 40 Caller list edit: 40 Category: 20, 40 Chain dial: 22 Character entry: 53 Conference calls: 52 Control type: 12
D Date and time: 15
Direct command code: 25 Display
Colour: 29
Contrast: 29
Display mode: 16
Language: 15
LCD backlight: 29
Wallpaper: 29
E Eco mode: 15
Equalizer: 18
Error messages: 56
F First ring: 28 H Handset
Deregistration: 37 Locator: 52 Name: 32 Registration: 37
Hold: 18
I Incoming call barring: 32
Intercom: 52
K Key lock: 19
Keytones: 29
M Making calls: 17
Missed calls: 39 Mute: 18
N Night mode: 31 P Pause: 17
Phonebook: 20
Personal phonebook: 20
Shared phonebook: 20 PIN: 33 Power failure: 11 Power on/off: 15 Privacy mode: 29
R Recall/flash: 18
Recording telephone conversations: 19 Redialling: 17 Repeater: 38 Ringer tone: 28, 40
S Schedule: 33
SMS feature: 42 Speakerphone: 17 Speed dial: 24
T Talking Caller ID: 28, 39
Time adjustment: 28 Transferring calls: 52 Troubleshooting: 57
V Voice mail: 51
Volume
Receiver: 17
Ringer (Base unit): 28
Ringer (Handset): 18, 28
Speaker: 17
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1 Reconnect AC adaptor to the base unit. 2 Check if telephone line cord is connected. 3 Use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
(Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries CANNOT be used.)
4 Read troubleshooting page in the Operating Instructions.
If your product is not working properly. . .
IMPORTANT!
If you still have any problems, please call the Panasonic DECT Helpline
0844 844 3899 (U.K.)
01289 8333 (Ireland)
or contact us through our website: www.panasonic.co.uk
Buy online via our eShop: http://shop.panasonic.eu
Sales Department:
Panasonic House, Willoughby Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8FP
1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan
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