Panasonic KX-TGB810, KX-TGB812 Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions

Compact Cordless Telephone

Model No. KX-TGB810

KX-TGB812

Model shown is KX-TGB810.

Before initial use, see “Getting Started” on page 11.

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.

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

Consulte “Guía Rápida Española”, página 37.

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Please register your product: http://shop.panasonic.com/support

Table of Contents

Introduction

Model composition.........................	3
Accessory information ...................	3
Graphical symbols for use on
equipment and their descriptions...	5

Important Information

For your safety...............................	6
Important safety instructions..........	8
For best performance ....................	8
Other information...........................	9
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Getting Started

Setting up ......................................	11
Note when setting up.....................	12
Navigating the menus....................	13
Date and time ................................	13
Other settings ................................	13
Controls .........................................	14
Display icons .................................	15
Menu map......................................	16

Making/Answering Calls

Making calls...................................	17
Answering calls..............................	17
Useful features during a call..........	17
Intercom, transferring calls and
conference calls ............................	18
Redial ............................................	19
Handset locator .............................	19

Phonebook
Phonebook ....................................	20
Speed dial......................................	21
Caller ID service
Using Caller ID service..................	23
Programming
Call block.......................................	26
Flash time......................................	27
Dial mode ......................................	27
Auto clock......................................	27
Clock and alarm.............................	27
Personal settings...........................	28
Useful Information
Voicemail .......................................	31
Wall mounting................................	31
Troubleshooting.............................	31
FCC and other information ............	34
Guía Rápida Española
Guía Rápida Española ..................	37
Appendix
Customer services.........................	42
Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR U.S.A.).......................	43
Index
Index..............................................	45

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				Introduction
Model composition
Series	Model No.	Base unit	Handset
		Part No.	Part No.		Quantity
KX-TGB810	KX-TGB810	KX-TGB810	KX-TGBA81		1
series
	KX-TGB812	KX-TGB810	KX-TGBA81		2

Accessory information

Supplied accessories

	No.	Accessory item/Part number	Quantity
			KX-TGB810	KX-TGB812
	1	AC adaptor/PNWYBB810S00	1	2
	2	Telephone line cord/PNJA1186Z	1	1
	3	Rechargeable batteries*1	2	4
	4	Handset cover*2/PNWYAB810S01	1	2
	5	Charger/PNWYAB810S02	-	1

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*2

See page 4 for replacement battery information. The handset cover comes attached to the handset.

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Introduction

Additional/replacement accessories

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information (page 42).

Accessory item
Rechargeable	PNWYAB810S06
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	Battery type:
	– Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
	– 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset

Other information

The illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product.

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Introduction

Graphical symbols for use on equipment and their descriptions

Symbol Explanation							Symbol Explanation
						Alternating current (A.C.)		Class II equipment
								(equipment in which
								protection against
								electric shock relies on
								Double Insulation or
								Reinforced Insulation)
						Direct current (D.C.)		“ON” (power)

Protective earth

“OFF” (power)

Protective bonding earth		Stand-by (power)

Caution: risk caused by		“ON”/“OFF” (power;
visible radiation		push-push)

For indoor use only	Caution, risk of electric
	shock

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Important Information

For your safety

! of life/property, read this section carefully before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of your product.

WARNING

Power connection

Use only the power source marked on the product.

Do not overload power outlets and extension cords. This can result in

Completely insert the AC adaptor/ power plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat

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,

Unplug the product from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes an unusual noise. These conditions $ emitting and contact us at http://shop.panasonic.com/support

Unplug from power outlets and never touch the inside of the product if its casing has been broken open.

Never touch the plug with wet hands. Danger of electric shock exists.

Installation

electricalshock, do not expose the product to rain or any type of moisture.

Do not place or use this product near automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors emitted from this product may cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.

Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone line cord to be

excessively pulled, bent or placed!

Operating safeguards

Unplug the product from power outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Do not disassemble the product.

Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers, etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or allow it to become wet at all. This may cause" plug becomes wet, immediately # and do not use.

Do not place the corded or cordless handset on the base unit when battery cover is removed.

Medical

Consult the manufacturer of any

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Important Information

personal medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy. (The product operates in the frequency range of 1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF transmission power is 115 mW (max.).)

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

Never install telephone wiring during an electrical storm.

' ! locations.

Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Disconnect the telephone line before replacing batteries.

The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible.

The product is only use for% &

Note:

This height is not guaranteed for product reliability.

tothe product unexpectedly falling, the product must be installed at a height of 1.5 m or lower.

This product is unable to make calls when:

– the handset batteries need recharging or have failed.

– there is a power failure.

Battery

We recommend using the batteries noted on page 4.

USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.

Do not mix old and new batteries.

Do not open or damage the batteries. Released electrolyte from the batteries is corrosive! ! the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and may be harmful if swallowed.

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.

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Important Information

Charge the batteries provided product only, in accordance with the instructions and limitations

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.

Avoid the use in the following conditions

–High or low extreme temperatures during use, storage or transportation.

–Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard.

< ! or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.

– Extremely high temperature and/ or extremely low air pressure that can result in an explosion or the= >

Attention:

A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837)

for information on how to recycle this battery.

Important safety instructions

When using your product, basic safety precautions should always ## ! # 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! ! + $ 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

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Important Information

communicate with each other.

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.)

Coverage and voice quality depends on the local environmental conditions.

If the reception for a base unit location is not satisfactory, move the base unit to another location for better reception.

Environment

Keep the product away from electrical noise generating# = lamps and motors.

The product should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.

The product should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

! of the product.

When you leave the product unused for a long period of time, unplug the product from the power outlet.

The product should be kept away from heat sources such as heating devices, cooking appliances, etc.

It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 0 °C (32 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp basements should also be avoided.

The maximum calling distance may be shortened when the product is used in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, underground, near fences, etc.

Operating the product near electrical appliances may cause interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.

Routine care

Wipe the outer surface of the product with a soft moist cloth.

Do not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder.

Other information

The applied nameplate is located at the bottom or rear of the product.

CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

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Important Information

Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return

This product can store your

@! !@ !# we recommend that you erase information such as phonebook or caller list entries from the memory before you dispose of, transfer, or return the product.

Notice

Frequency range: 1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz

RF transmission power: 115 mW (max.)

Power source:

100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Rechargeable battery: AAA (R03) Ni-MH battery (1.2 V, 300 mAh)

Power consumption: Base unit:

Standby: 0.39 W Maximum: 1.2 W Charger:

Standby: 0.03 W Maximum: 0.6 W

Operating conditions:

0 °C (32 °F) – 40 °C (104 °F),

20 % – 80 % relative air humidity (dry)

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Getting Started

Setting up

Connections

[ Base unit

Connect the telephone line cord to the unit until you hear a click. Connect the AC adaptor to the! ! Fasten the cord by hooking it. Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet.

Connect the telephone line cord\ (RJ11) until you hear a click.

] ^@] ^ _ ` is required if you have a DSL/ ADSL service.

Note:

Use only the supplied AC adaptor AT-332A-060045A.

USE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTOR	USE SPECIFIED
ONLY	ONLY
6 V DC	6 V DC

Hook

[ Charger

Connect the AC adaptor to the! ! Fasten the cord by hooking it. Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet.

Note:

Use only the supplied AC adaptor AT-332A-060045A.

	USE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTOR
	ONLY
USE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTOR	6 V DC
ONLY
6 V DC

Hook

Battery installation 1 Press down at 1 .

2 Slide the handset cover 2 .

3Insert the batteries, then close the handset cover.

Use only the supplied GPI International Ltd. rechargeable Ni-MH batteries 30AAAHC ( A ).

Do NOT use alkaline/ manganese/Ni-Cd batteries.

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Getting Started

Battery charging

Charge for at least 8 hours.

When the handset needs charging, the display shows “Low battery” and there is a warning beep every 2 minutes during a call, recharge the handset before using it again. When charging, will scroll on the display.

MENU REDIAL MUTE

OK BACK

Note when setting up

Note for connections

The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.)

The AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented= \ ]$ not connect the AC adaptor to a horizontally oriented AC outlet= # AC outlet installed on a ceiling or

under a table, as the weight of the adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.

Power failure

The unit cannot be used to make or receive calls during a power failure. We recommend connecting a cordedtype telephone that does not use an AC adaptor to your telephone line.

Note for battery installation

Use the supplied rechargeable batteries. For replacement, we recommend using the rechargeable batteries noted on page 4 and 7.

Note for battery charging

It is normal for the handset to feel warm during charging.

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.

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Battery level

Battery is fully charged

Battery is partially charged

Battery is running low

Flashes when battery is almost fully discharged

Ni-MH battery performance (supplied batteries)

Operation	Operating time
In continuous use	9 hours max.
Not in use (standby)	180 hours max.

Note:

Actual battery performance depends on usage and ambient environment.

Navigating the menus

The phone has an easy to use menu system. Each menu has a list of options, which can be seen on the menu map on page 16.

When the handset is in standby:

1MENU/OK to open the main

menu.

2u or d : available

options.

3MENU/OK to select an option.

4To return to the previous menu level, press MUTE/BACK .

5To exit the menu and return to standby, press OFF .

Note:

If no buttons are pressed for 30 seconds, the handset returns to standby automatically.

Date and time

1MENU/OK , d “Clock/

Alarm”, press MENU/OK .

2 “Date & time”.

3MENU/OK to select.

4Enter the date using the keypad

(e.g. 08-12-20 for August 12th 2020) and press MENU/OK to

5Enter the time (12-hour clock

format) using the keypad (e.g. 09:00) then press u or d

to select “AM” or “PM” and press

MENU/OK to save.

Other settings

Dial mode

If you cannot make calls, change this setting according to your telephone line service. the default setting is "Tone", to change this setting, see page 27.

"Tone": For tone dial service.

"Pulse": For rotary/pulse dial service.

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Controls				1	Receiver
				2	Redial
					Press to view the last 10 entries
Handset					dialed.
				3	Menu/Ok
					Press to open the Menu.
					Select the option displayed
					on screen.
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				4	Phonebook/Scroll up/
1					Volume up
					Open the phonebook list.
					Scroll up through lists
					and menus.
					Increase the receiver or speaker
					volume during a call.
			10		Increase the ringer volume
2					while ringing.
				5	Intercom
3	MENU REDIAL	MUTE			Press to make intercom call and
					transfer calls to another handset.
4	OK	BACK	11
			12		This feature is not available for
5					single handset model.
				6	Talk/Speakerphone
6			13
					Press to make and receive calls.
7			14		During a call, press to turn
					speakerphone on and off.
				7	Speed dial buttons
					Press and hold to show the
8					stored entry, page 21.
				8	Dial keypad
				9	/Pulse to Tone dialing
					Dial a star, page 21.
9			15		During a call, press to switch
					from pulse dialing to tone dialing,
			16		page 18.
				10	Display
			17		See page 15 for an overview
					of the display icons.

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11Mute/Back

In editing mode, press to delete characters and digits.

Go back to the previous menu level.

During a call, press to turn mute on/off, page 17.

12Flash

Press to use with switchboard/ PBX services and some network services.

13Off

Press to end a call.

14Caller list/Scroll down/ Volume down

Press to enter the caller list. Scroll down through lists and menus.

Decrease the receiver or speaker volume during a call. Decrease the ringer volume while ringing.

15/Change case/Pause

Dial a .

Press and hold to change the case from Abc to abc or ABC mode when entering or editing letters, page 20.

Press and hold to enter a pause when pre-dialing or storing numbers, page 17.

16Microphone

17Charge contacts

Base unit

1

USE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTOR

ONLY

6 V DC

2

1Charge contacts

2Locator button

Use to locate a misplaced handset.

Display icons

Signal icon

Steady when registered and in range.

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