Panasonic of North America 96NKX TH1211 User Manual
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Operating Instructions
Expandable Digital Cordless Phone
Model No. KX-TH1201
Model No. KX-TH1211
with 2 Handsets
Model No. KX-TH1212
Model shown is KX-TH1201.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate
service offered by your service provider/telephone company.
Charge the batteries for about 7 hours before initial use.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save
them for future reference.
For assistance, visit our website:
http://www.panasonic.com/help for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto
Rico.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Product information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessory information. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
For your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . 8
For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparation
Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Display/Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Battery installation and replacement . 13
Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Symbols used in these operating
instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting up the unit before use . . . . . . 16
Link to Cell
Link to cell feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Registering a cellular phone . . . . . . . 17
Link to cell settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls using a cellular line. . . . 20
Making calls using the landline . . . . . 21
Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Useful features during a call . . . . . . . 22
Shared Phonebook
Shared phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Programming
Programmable settings . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Special instructions for programmable
settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Registering a unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Voice Mail Service for
Landline
Voice mail service for landline. . . . . . 41
Intercom/Locator
Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Transferring calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Conference calls on the landline . . . 43
Handset locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Useful Information
Belt clip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Wall mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Headset (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
FCC and other information . . . . . . . . 56
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Index
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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Product information
Thank you for purchasing a new Panasonic digital cordless phone.
Notable differences between the models
KX-TH1201 series
Introduction
Model No.
KX-TH1201 KX-TH1201 KX-TGA930 1
KX-TH1211 series
– With telephone line jack on the back of the base unit
Model No.
KX-TH1211 KX-TH1211 KX-TGA930 1
KX-TH1212 KX-TH1211 KX-TGA930 2
Base unit Handset
Part No. Part No. Quantity
L Model shown is
KX-TH1212.
Base unit Handset
Part No. Part No. Quantity
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Feature differences
Model No. Link to cell
KX-TH1201 r ––
KX-TH1211 rr–
KX-TH1212 rrr
*1 Cellular lines can be used to make/answer calls with the handset by registering
your cellular phones to the base unit (page 17).
*2 Landline can be used to make/answer calls.
*3 Intercom calls can be made between the handsets.
*4 Intercom calls can be made between the handsets by purchasing and registering
one or more optional handsets (page 6).
Feature highlights
■ Link to cell
Allows you to make or answer cellular calls using the handset by registering up to
2 cellular phones. Your cellular phones must be Bluetooth
compatible with this product (page 17). It is useful for maximizing the benefits of
cellular services such as a cellular to cellular calling plan. For more information on
this feature, please visit our website at:
www.panasonic.com/CompatibleCellPhones
■ Talking Caller ID
Allows the handset to announce the caller’s name or phone number when a call is
received (page 37).
■ Block calls
Allows the unit to reject calls from specified phone numbers that you do not want
to answer such as junk calls (page 33).
■ Night mode
Allows you to select a span of time during which the handset will not ring for
outside calls (page 34).
■ Talking battery alert/Talking alarm clock
Allows the handset to alert you if the battery is low (talking battery alert; page 15)
and to alert you at the set time with a selected voice announcement such as “Good
morning” as a wake-up greeting (talking alarm clock; page 34).
*1
Landline
*2
Intercom
*3
N ⇔ N
*4
*4
®
wireless technology
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Accessory information
Supplied accessories
Introduction
Accessory item/
No.
Order number
1 AC adaptor for base unit/
PQLV207T
2 Telephone line cord/
PQJA10075Z
3 Base unit stand
PNKL1003Z1
4 Rechargeable batteries
5 Handset cover
PNYNTGA430BR
6 Belt clip/
PNKE1004Z1
7 Charger/
PNLC1004ZB
8 AC adaptor for charger/
PQLV209T
*1 The base unit stand comes attached to the base unit.
*2 See page 6 for replacement battery information.
*3 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
12345
678
*1
/
*2
*3
/
Quantity
KXTH1201
KXTH1211
111
–11
111
224
112
112
112
112
KXTH1212
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Additional/replacement accessories
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.
No. Accessory item Order number
1 Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA66, KX-TCA86,
2 T-adaptor
3 Battery back-up power supply KX-TCA230
4 Base unit stand PNKL1003Z1
*1 KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212
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Replacement battery information:
L Replace batteries only with a nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) type of battery. This
model requires 2 AAA (R03) batteries for every handset. For best performance, we
recommend using Panasonic rechargeable batteries (Order No. HHR-4DPA). To
order, please call 1-800-332-5368 or visit http://www.panasonic.com/batterystore
*1
L Headset shown is
KX-TCA86.
KX-TCA92, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA94,
KX-TCA95
KX-J66
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Expanding your phone system
You can expand your phone system by registering optional handsets (max. 6) to a
single base unit.
Optional handset feature overview
Feature
Drop and splash resistance – r
*1 Same handset supplied with the base unit
Model No.
KX-TGA930
*1
KX-TGA935
Sales and support information
L To order additional/replacement accessories, call 1-800-332-5368.
L TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277.
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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
L Use only the power source marked on
the product.
L Do not overload power outlets and
extension cords. This can result in the
risk of fire or electric shock.
L Completely insert the AC
adaptor/power plug into the power
outlet. Failure to do so may cause
electric shock and/or excessive heat
resulting in a fire.
L Regularly remove any dust, etc. from
the AC adaptor/power plug by pulling
it from the power outlet, then wiping
with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust
may cause an insulation defect from
moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.
L Unplug the product from power outlets
if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell,
or makes an unusual noise. These
conditions can cause fire or electric
shock. Confirm that smoke has
stopped emitting and contact the
Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211PANA (1-800-211-7262).
L Never touch the plug with wet hands.
Danger of electric shock exists.
Installation
L To prevent the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not expose the product to
rain or any type of moisture.
L Do not place or use this product near
automatically controlled devices such
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as automatic doors and fire alarms.
Radio waves emitted from this product
may cause such devices to
malfunction resulting in an accident.
Operating safeguards
L Unplug the product from power outlets
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners.
L Do not disassemble the product.
L KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212: Do not spill
liquids (detergents, cleansers, etc.)
onto the telephone line cord plug, or
allow it to become wet at all. This may
cause a fire. If the telephone line cord
plug becomes wet, immediately pull it
from the telephone wall jack, and do
not use.
Medical
L Consult the manufacturer of any
personal medical devices, such as
pacemakers or hearing aids, to
determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF (radio
frequency) energy. (The product
operates in the frequency range of
1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF
transmission power is 125 mW
(max.).)
L Do not use the product in health care
facilities if any regulations posted in
the area instruct you not to do so.
Hospitals or health care facilities may
be using equipment that could be
sensitive to external RF energy.
CAUTION
Installation and relocation
L KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212: Never install
telephone wiring during an electrical
storm.
L KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212: Never install
telephone line jacks in wet locations
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unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
L KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212: Never touch
uninsulated telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line
has been disconnected at the network
interface.
L KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212: Use caution
when installing or modifying telephone
lines.
L The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the product and
is easily accessible.
L This product is unable to make calls
when:
– the handset batteries need
recharging or have failed.
– there is a power failure.
Battery
L We recommend using the batteries
noted on page 6. USE ONLY
rechargeable Ni-MH batteries AAA
(R03) size.
L Do not mix old and new batteries.
L Do not open or mutilate the batteries.
Released electrolyte from the
batteries is corrosive and may cause
burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The
electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.
L Exercise care when handling the
batteries. Do not allow conductive
materials such as rings, bracelets or
keys to touch the batteries, otherwise
a short circuit may cause the batteries
and/or the conductive material to
overheat and cause burns.
L Charge the batteries provided with or
identified for use with this product
only, in accordance with the
instructions and limitations specified
in this manual.
L Only use a compatible charger to
charge the batteries. Do not tamper
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with the 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
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For best performance
Base unit location/avoiding noise
The base unit and other compatible
Panasonic units use radio waves to
communicate with each other.
L For maximum coverage and noise-
free communications, place your base
unit:
– at a convenient, high, and central
location with no obstructions
between the handset and base unit
in an indoor environment.
– away from electronic appliances
such as TVs, radios, personal
computers, wireless devices or
other phones.
– avoid facing radio frequency
transmitters, such as external
antennas of mobile phone cell
stations (avoid putting the base unit
on a bay window or near a window).
L Coverage and voice quality depends
on the local environmental conditions.
L If the reception for a base unit location
is not satisfactory, move the base unit
to another location for better
reception.
Environment
L Keep the product away from electrical
noise generating devices, such as
fluorescent lamps and motors.
L The product should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high
temperature, and vibration.
L The product should not be exposed to
direct sunlight.
L Do not place heavy objects on the
power cord or top of the product.
L When you leave the product unused
for a long period of time, unplug the
product from the power outlet.
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L The product should be kept away from
heat sources such as heaters, kitchen
stoves, etc. It should not be placed in
rooms where the temperature is less
than 5 °C (41 °F) or greater than 40 °C
(104 °F). Damp basements should
also be avoided.
L The maximum calling distance may be
shortened when the product is used in
the following places: Near obstacles
such as hills, tunnels, underground,
near metal objects such as wire
fences, etc.
L Operating the product near electrical
appliances may cause interference.
Move away from the electrical
appliances.
Routine care
L Wipe the outer surface of the
product with a soft moist cloth.
L Do not use benzine, thinner, or any
abrasive powder.
Notice for product disposal, transfer,
or return
L This product can store your
private/confidential information. To
protect your privacy/confidentiality, we
recommend that you erase the
information such as phonebook or
caller list entries from the memory
before you dispose of, transfer, or
return the product.
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Controls
Base unit
A
B
C
D
A LINK TO CELL indicator 1, 2
B {LOCATOR}
C Cellular select button {1}
D Cellular select button {2}
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Handset
B
C
A
D
E
F
G
H
A Speaker
B {MENU}
C Soft keys
D Headset jack
E {C} (TALK)
F {s} (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)
G Dial keypad
({*}: TONE)
H {FLASH}{CALL WAIT}
I Charge indicator
Ringer indicator
Message indicator
J Receiver
K Display
L {OFF}
M Navigator key ({^}/{V}/{<}/{>})
? (Volume: {^}/{V})
N {PAUS E}{REDIAL}
O {HOLD}{INTERCOM}
P Microphone
Q Charge contacts
*1
I
J
K
C
L
M
N
O
P
Q
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*1 KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212
Using the navigator key
The handset navigator key can be used
to navigate through menus and to select
items shown on the display by pressing
{^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}.
To adjust the receiver or speaker
volume, press {^} to increase the
volume, or press {V} to decrease the
volume repeatedly while talking.
Volume up
{^}
{<}{>}
{V}
Volume down
Soft keys
The handset features 2 soft keys. By
pressing a soft key, you can select the
feature shown directly above it on the
display.
View Phone
K
CID book
Display/Indicators
Handset display items
Item Meaning
5 Battery level
[1] Handset number
L
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Item Meaning
The cellular phone is
connected. You are
ready to make/receive
cellular calls.
(displayed
in the left)
– The cellular line is
selected for the
ringer setting.
(displayed
in the right)
Cell in
use
Line in
*1
use
*1 KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212
– A cellular call is
being received or
blocked on that line.
Someone is using a
cellular line.
Someone is using the
landline.
LINK TO CELL indicator 1, 2
The LINK TO CELL indicators on the
base unit show the status of cellular
lines.
Status Meaning
Color Light
Green On The cellular
pattern
phone is
connected. You
are ready to
make/receive
cellular calls.
Flashing The base unit is
Flashing
rapidly
registering a
cellular phone.
The base unit is
searching for
the registered
cellular phone
to connect
(page 18).
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Status Meaning
Color Light
Red On The cellular line
Amber on A cellular phone
Light
off
pattern
is in use.
Flashing A cellular call is
Flashing
rapidly
– A cellular phone
on hold.
A cellular call is
being received.
is registered but
not connected
to the base unit
(page 18).
is not registered
to the base unit.
Connections
Connect the AC adaptor cord (A) by
pressing the plug firmly (B).
KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212: Connect the
telephone line cord until it clicks into the
base unit and telephone line jack (C).
Base unit
L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC
adaptor PQLV207.
L KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212: Use only the
supplied telephone line cord. Using
another telephone line cord may not
allow the unit to work properly.
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C
To single-line
A
telephone
jack (RJ11C)*1
B
Hook
*1 KX-TH1201: The base unit does not
have a telephone line jack.
L Model shown is KX-TH1211.
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(120 V AC,
60 Hz)
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Charger
L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC
adaptor PQLV209.
Preparation
– Caller ID features do not function
properly.
B
A
Note:
L The AC adaptor must remain
connected at all times. (It is normal for
the adaptor to feel warm during use.)
L The AC adaptor should be connected
to a vertically oriented or floormounted AC outlet. Do not connect
the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted
AC outlet, as the weight of the adaptor
may cause it to become disconnected.
During a power failure (KX-TH1211/
KX-TH1212)
The unit will not work during a power
failure. We recommend connecting a
corded-type telephone (without AC
adaptor) to the same telephone line or to
the same telephone line jack using a
Panasonic T-adaptor (page 6).
Emergency power can be supplied to the
unit by connecting a Panasonic battery
back-up power supply noted on page 6.
Hooks
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)
To single-line
telephone
jack (RJ11C)
DSL/ADSL filter
Battery installation and
replacement
Important:
L Use the supplied rechargeable
batteries (Part No. HHR-65AAABU).
L When installing the batteries:
– Wipe the battery ends (S, T) with
a dry cloth.
– Avoid touching the battery ends
(S, T) or the unit contacts.
– Ensure correct polarities (S, T).
L When replacing the batteries:
– USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH
batteries AAA (R03) size.
– Do NOT use
Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd
batteries.
– We recommend using the
Panasonic rechargeable batteries
noted on page 6, 8.
If you subscribe to a DSL/ADSL
service (KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212)
Please attach a DSL/ADSL filter (contact
your DSL/ADSL provider) to the
telephone line between the base unit
and the telephone line jack in the event
of the following:
– noise is heard during conversations.
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Preparation
1 Press the notch on the handset
cover firmly, and slide it in the
direction of the arrow.
2 Insert the batteries negative (T)
end first. Close the handset cover.
Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY
A nickel metal hydride battery that is
recyclable powers the product you have
purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800822-8837) for information on how to
recycle this battery.
Battery charge
Place the handset on the charger for
about 7 hours before initial use.
L While charging, “Charging” is
displayed and the charge indicator on
the handset lights up. When the
batteries are fully charged, “Charge
completed” is displayed.
Note:
L When replacing batteries, remove the
old batteries.
Attention:
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Note:
L It is normal for the handset to feel
warm during charging.
L If you want to use the handset
immediately, charge the batteries for
at least 15 minutes.
L Clean the charge contacts of the
handset and charger with a soft and
dry cloth once a month. Clean more
often if the unit is exposed to grease,
dust, or high humidity.
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Battery level
Battery icon Battery level
5 High
6 Medium
7 Low
L When flashing:
Needs to be
charged.
8 Empty
Note:
L The batteries need to be charged if:
– the handset alerts you with a voice
announcement (talking battery
alert) after you finish talking.
– the handset beeps while you are
engaged in a call.
Panasonic Ni-MH battery
performance (supplied batteries)
Operation Operating time
In continuous
use
Not in use
(standby)
While using the
clarity booster
feature (page
23)
Note:
L Actual battery performance depends
on a combination of how often the
handset is in use and how often it is
not in use (standby).
L Even after the handset is fully
charged, the handset can be left on
the charger without any ill effect on the
batteries.
L The battery level may not be
displayed correctly after you replace
the batteries. In this case, place the
5 hours max.
11 days max.
3 hours max.
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handset on the charger and let it
charge for at least 7 hours.
Symbols used in these
operating instructions
Symbol Meaning
{} The words in the
brackets indicate
button names/soft key
names on the handset
and base unit.
Example:
Unit keys: {C}, {OFF}
Soft keys: {View CID},
{Phonebook}
i Proceed to the next
operation.
“” The words in
quotations indicate the
menu on the display.
Example: “Alarm”
{V}/{^}:“”Press {V} or {^} to
select the words in
quotations.
Example:
{V}/{^}: “Off”
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Setting up the unit
before use
Display language
You can select either “English” or
“Español” as the display language.
The default setting is “English”.
1 {MENU} i {#}{1}{1}{0}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.
3 Press the right soft key to save. i
{OFF}
Voice guidance language
You can select either “English” or
“Español” as the voice announcement
language of the talking alarm clock and
talking battery alert. The default setting
is “English”.
1 {MENU} i {#}{1}{1}{2}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.
3 {Save} i {OFF}
Dialing mode
Available for:
KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212
If you cannot make calls, change this
setting according to your telephone line
service. The default setting is “Tone”.
“Tone”: For tone dial service.
“Pulse”: For rotary/pulse dial service.
1 {MENU} i {#}{1}{2}{0}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.
3 {Save} i {OFF}
Date and time
1
{MENU} i {#}{1}{0}{1}
2 Enter the current month, date, and
year by selecting 2 digits for each.
Example: July 15, 2008
{0}{7}{1}{5}{0}{8}
3 Enter the current hour and minute
(12-hour clock format) by selecting 2
digits for each.
Example: 9:30
{0}{9}{3}{0}
4 {AM/PM}: Select “AM” or “PM”.
5 {Save} i {OFF}
Note:
L When English is selected as the
display language, 12-hour clock
format is used. When Spanish is
selected, 24-hour clock format is
used.
L To correct a digit, press {^}, {V}, {<},
or {>} to move the cursor to the digit,
then make the correction.
L The date and time may be incorrect
after a power failure. In this case, set
the date and time again.
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Link to cell feature
Your cellular phone must be Bluetooth
wireless technology compatible with this
product, so that you can use the handset
to make or answer calls using a cellular
line.
This feature is useful for maximizing the
benefits of cellular services (such as free
night and weekend calls, or cellular to
cellular calling plans) by utilizing unused
peak minutes with your home phone.
To use this feature, you must first
register your cellular phone to the base
unit and connect it to the base unit (page
18).
Important:
L Up to 2 cellular phones can be
registered. There can be only one
active Bluetooth connection at a time.
L To keep the cellular line stable
between the base unit and cellular
phone, we recommend you use the
cellular phone within the range of the
base unit.
L While you are on a cellular call, the
battery of your cellular phone is being
consumed. We recommend charging
your cellular phone during the call.
Registering a cellular
phone
Important:
L For more details and the list of
compatible cellular phones, please
visit at:
www.panasonic.com/CompatibleCell
Phones
L Before registering a Bluetooth
enabled cellular phone to the base
unit:
Link to Cell
– we recommend you change the PIN
(page 17).
– make sure that no Bluetooth device
such as a Bluetooth headset is
connected to your cellular phone.
1 Base unit:
Press and hold the desired cellular
select button ({1}, {2}) until the LINK
TO CELL indicator flashes green.
L After the LINK TO CELL indicator
starts flashing, the rest of the
procedure must be completed
within 5 minutes.
2 Your cellular phone:
While the LINK TO CELL indicator is
flashing green, follow the
instructions of your cellular phone to
enter the registration mode.
L Depending on your cellular
phone, it may ask you to enter the
base unit PIN (default: “0000”).
3 Base unit:
Wait until the LINK TO CELL
indicator stops flashing and lights
green to complete registration.
L It may take more than 10 seconds
to complete registration.
Note:
L To cancel a cellular phone from the
base unit, see “Deregistering a
cellular phone”, page 19.
L Only one cellular phone can be
registered to a cellular select button.
Deregister the unnecessary cellular
phone before registering a new one
(page 19).
Changing the PIN (Personal
Identification Number)
For security, the PIN must be entered
when registering a cellular phone.
Important:
L If you change the PIN, please make
note of your new PIN. The unit does
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Link to Cell
not reveal the PIN to you. If you forget
your PIN, see page 55.
1 {MENU} i {#}{1}{3}{2}
2 Enter the current 4-digit PIN
(default: “0000”).
3 Enter the new 4-digit PIN.
4 {Save} i {OFF}
Link to cell settings
Auto connection to the
cellular phone
After your cellular phone is connected to
the base unit, and if you carry your
cellular phone far from the base unit
(example: if you leave the house with
your cellular phone), the connection is
lost. After returning closer to the base
unit’s range, this feature allows the base
unit to try to reconnect to the cellular
phone at regular intervals. You can set
how often the base unit tries to resume
the connection. The default setting is
“1min”.
Important:
L Some cellular phones lose connection
after usage, please check the
specification of your cellular phone for
more details.
1 {MENU} i {#}{6}{3}{2}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.
3 {Save} i {OFF}
Note:
L Depending on your cellular phone, it
may ask you if you accept the
connection requirement from the base
unit. Refer to the operating
instructions of your cellular phone for
further operations.
L If necessary, you can turn this feature
off. When turned off, connect the
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cellular phone to the base unit
manually (page 18).
Disconnecting/connecting the
cellular phone manually
When you make or answer calls with
your cellular phone, we recommend you
disconnect it from the base unit,
otherwise received audio may not be
heard on your cellular phone.
You can also manually reconnect the
cellular phone to the base unit without
waiting for the auto connection feature to
resume the connection.
Base unit:
Press the cellular select button ({1}, {2})
to disconnect/connect.
Storing your area code (for
users dialing only a 7-digit
phone number to make a local
call)
You need to add your area code when
making cellular calls to a phone number
in your area. Once you store your area
code, the area code is automatically
added to the beginning of the 7-digit
phone number when making cellular
calls.
1 {MENU} i {#}{6}{3}{3}
2 Enter the 3-digit area code.
L To correct a digit, press {Clear}.
3 {Save} i {OFF}
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Selecting which handset to
ring for cellular calls
You can select which handset rings
when you receive a call to a registered
cellular phone. The default setting is
“0(All)”.
1 {MENU} i {#}{6}{2}{7}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired cellular
phone.
L When only 1 cellular phone is
registered, go to step 3.
3 {Select}
4 {V}/{^}: Select the desired
handset(s). i {>}
L The selected handsets are
indicated by Q.
L To cancel a selected handset,
press {>} again.
5 {Save} i {OFF}
Link to Cell
L After the cellular phone is
deregistered, the handset beeps
and the LINK TO CELL indicator
is turned off.
Turning on the discoverable
mode
When the discoverable mode is turned
on, the base unit may be seen by other
Bluetooth devices. The default setting is
“Off”.
1 {MENU} i {#}{6}{2}{0}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.
3 {Save} i {OFF}
Deregistering a cellular phone
A handset can cancel a registered
cellular phone from the base unit.
1 {MENU} i {#}{*}{1}{3}{4}
2 {3}{3}{5} i {OK}
L When only 1 cellular phone is
registered, go to step 4.
3 {V}/{^}: Select the desired cellular
phone.
4 {Select}
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Making/Answering Calls
Making calls using a
cellular line
Important:
L Only 1 cellular line can be used at a
time.
L Before making or answering calls,
confirm that the LINK TO CELL
indicator lights green (page 11).
KX-TH1201
Lift the handset and dial the phone
1
number.
L To correct a digit, press {Clear}.
2 Press {Cell} or {C}.
L When only 1 cellular phone is
registered, the unit starts dialing.
Go to step 4.
3 {V}/{^}: Select the desired cellular
phone. i {Select}
4 When you finish talking, press
{OFF} or place the handset on the
charger.
Using the speakerphone
1 Dial the phone number, and press
{s}.
L When only 1 cellular phone is
registered, the unit starts dialing.
Go to step 3.
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired cellular
phone. i {Select}
L Speak alternately with the other
party.
3 When you finish talking, press
{OFF}.
Note:
L For best performance, use the
speakerphone in a quiet environment.
L To switch back to the receiver, press
{C}.
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Adjusting the receiver or speaker
volume
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly while
talking.
KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212
Important:
L A cellular line cannot be used while
using the landline.
1 Lift the handset and dial the phone
number.
L To correct a digit, press {Clear}.
2 {Cell}
L When only 1 cellular phone is
registered, the unit starts dialing.
Go to step 4.
3 {V}/{^}: Select the desired cellular
phone. i {Select}
4 When you finish talking, press
{OFF} or place the handset on the
charger.
Note:
L To switch to the speaker, press {s}.
To switch back to the receiver, press
{C}.
Adjusting the receiver or speaker
volume
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly while
talking.
Making a call using the redial
list
The last 5 phone numbers dialed are
stored in the redial list (each 48 digits
max.).
1 {REDIAL}
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired phone
number.
3 KX-TH1201: {C}/{Cell}
KX-TH1211/KX-TH1212: {Cell}
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