2.4GHz Digital Cordless Answering System KX-TG2247S Pulse-or-tone dialing capability Operating Instructions Preparation Model No. Cordless Telephone Answering System PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for about 15 hours before initial use. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.
Before Initial Use Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 84 before use. Read and understand all instructions. Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone. Caller ID and Call Waiting Service, where available, are telephone company services. After subscribing to Caller ID, this phone will display a caller’s name and phone number.
For Best Performance Battery Charge A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the handset. Charge the battery for about 15 hours before initial use (p. 14). Base Unit Location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using wireless radio waves. For maximum distance and noise-free operation, the recommended base unit location is: Away from electrical appliances such as a TV, personal computer or another cordless phone. In a HIGH and CENTRAL location with no obstructions such as walls.
Contents Preparation Location of Controls ...................................................................... 6 Displays........................................................................................... 9 Settings ...........................................................................................13 Connections ..................................................................................13 Installing the Battery in the Handset .............................................
Preparation Muting Your Conversation ............................................................53 For Call Waiting Service Users .....................................................54 How to Use the PAUSE Button (For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users)...............54 FLASH Button ...............................................................................55 Answering System Cordless Telephone Automatic Answering Operation ..................................................
Location of Controls Base unit Antenna (p. 3, 13) Display (p. 12) Hook (p. 70, 71) Charge Contacts (p. 15) KX-T G2257 GREE TING MEMO SLOW TALK STOP ERAS E REPE AT SKIP IN N USSEE// CHARU HOLD GEE// VOLLU UM MEE TOR/INTER CA C OM LO MIC IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD Indicator (p. 14, 32) VOLUME (p. 23, 57) , Buttons (LOCATOR/INTERCOM) Button (p.
Preparation (MESSAGEÒPLAYBACK/SLOW!TALK) Button (p. 57) (GREETING) Button (p. 23) (ANSWERÒON) Button and Indicator (p. 56, 60) (ERASE) Button (p. 24, 60) (MEMO) Button (p. 61) KX-T G2257 GREE TING MEMO SLOW TALK STOP ERAS E REPE AT SKIP IN N USSEE// CHARU HOLD GEE// VOLLU UM MEE MIC TOR/INTER CA C OM LO MESSAGE PLAYBACK Indicator (p. 57, 61) (STOP) Button (p. 23, 58) MIC (Microphone) (p. 23, 51) (SKIP) Button (p. 58) (REPEAT) Button (p.
Location of Controls Handset Back side Antenna Speaker (p. 30) Receiver (p. 33) Display (p. 9) (MUTE) Button (p. 53) (CALLERÒIQ) Button (p. 11, 80, 81, 82, 83) (FUNCTION/2WAYÒREC) Button (p. 18, 25, 40, 44, 61) / TION FUNC REC 2WAY MUTE EDIT EAR CL CH (TONE) Button (p. 53) (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK) Button (p. 54, 55, 59, 68) HOLD INTERC SP -PH ONE 1 AT REPE (Speakerphone) Button (p. 31, 34, 38, 68) (OFF) Button (p. 18, 25, 30, 36, 52, 68) Headset Jack (p. 72) (TALK) Button (p.
Displays Both the handset and the base unit show you instructions and information on the displays. These display prompts are shown below. Preparation Handset display Recharge The battery needs to be charged. Place the handset on the base unit to charge the battery (p. 15). Received calls The display shows that you have received new calls (p. 36). To check the new calls, lift the handset and press Ö or Ñ.
Displays No link to base Place on cradle and try again. The handset has lost communication with the base unit. Place the handset on the base unit and try again. SMITH,JACK 1-222-333-4444 11:20A JAN10 ✕3 This is a name from the Caller List. The display shows: — the caller’s name, — the caller’s number, — the time and date of the last call (ex. Jan. 10, 11:20 AM), and — the number of times called (ex. 3 times). Ann 123-456-7890 This is a name from the directory.
Directory full While programming procedure, the handset has lost communication with the base unit. Move closer to the base unit and try again. Preparation Save error When trying to store an item or Caller List information in the directory, the directory memory is full (p. 41, 44). The handset is operating the answering system remotely (p. 68). Remote operation [Caller IQ on] Set Caller IQ to on. Caller IQ service is set to ON. (CALLER!IQ) was pressed after or , while Caller IQ function was OFF.
Displays Base unit display The clock needs adjusting (p. 26). Your greeting or memo message was not recorded correctly. Record it again (p. 23, 61). The unit is in the answering system programming mode. The speaker volume level is set to “5”. You can select: —9 levels (0–8) are available while using the answering system (p. 23, 57). —8 levels (1–8) are available while using the intercom (p. 52). 12 messages have been recorded. FULL Memory is full. Erase some, or all, of the messages (p. 60).
Settings Connections Telephone Line Cord Preparation Fasten the AC adaptor cord to prevent it from being disconnected. Hook Single-Line Telephone Jack (RJ11C) Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) AC Adaptor Raise the antenna. •USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. PQLV1Z). •The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.) •To connect a standard telephone on the same line, see page 74.
Settings Installing the Battery in the Handset Insert the battery into the handset as shown (#), matching the correct polarity. Press the battery down until it places into the compartment ($). When finished, close the cover. 2 1 Battery Charge Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 15 hours before initial use. •The IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD indicator lights and a beep sounds.
Battery strength Display prompt Battery strength Fully charged Medium Preparation You can check the battery strength on the handset display. The battery strength is as shown in the chart below. Low (flashing) Needs to be recharged. Recharge Recharge the battery when: —“Recharge” is displayed on the handset, —“ ” flashes on the display, or —the handset beeps intermittently while it is in use.
Settings Dialing Mode If you have touch tone service, set to “Tone”. If rotary or pulse service is used, set to “Pulse”. Your phone comes from the factory set to “Tone”. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). -------------HSave directory Ringer volume 2 Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Ringer pattern HProgram -------------- 3 Press á.
Line Mode 1 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). -------------- Preparation If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to “B”. Your phone comes from the factory set to “A”. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. HSave directory Ringer volume 2 Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Ringer pattern HProgram -------------- 3 Press á. -------------HTAD program Set flash time 4 Scroll to “Set line mode” by pressing Ö or Ñ.
Programmable Functions You can program the following function items using the handset near the base unit. The display shows the programming instructions. See the corresponding pages for function details. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). * -------------HSave directory Ringer volume Ringer pattern Program -------------- To store an item in the directory (p. 44). To select the ringer volume (p. 20).
Auto Talk Feature 1 2 Preparation The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset off the base unit without pressing or . If you want to use this feature, turn the feature ON by programming. Your phone comes from the factory set to OFF. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Ringer pattern HProgram -------------- 3 4 Press á.
Programmable Functions Ringer Volume You can program the handset ringer volume to HIGH, LOW or OFF. If set to OFF, the handset will not ring. Your phone comes from the factory set to HIGH. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 2 3 4 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). Scroll to “Ringer volume” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Ringer pattern Press á. Select the desired volume by pressing Ö or Ñ. •Each time you press Ö or Ñ, the volume will change and ring.
Ringer Pattern 1 2 Preparation You can select the handset ringer pattern out of 6 patterns. When an incoming call is being received, the unit rings in the selected pattern. Your phone comes from the factory set to 1. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). Scroll to “Ringer pattern” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Ringer volume HRinger pattern Program 3 Press á. 4 Select the desired ringer pattern by pressing Ö or Ñ.
Programmable Functions LCD Contrast You can program the handset LCD contrast (5 levels). To make the handset display clearer, set to high level. Your phone comes from the factory set to level 3. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 2 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Ringer pattern HProgram -------------- 3 Press á. -------------HTAD program Set flash time 4 Scroll to “LCD contrast” by pressing Ö or Ñ.
Preparing the Answering System Greeting Message All messages (greeting, incoming, memo, etc.) are stored in digital memory (p. 24). The total recording time is about 15 minutes. We recommend you record a brief greeting message (see sample below) in order to leave more time for recording new messages. Preparation You can record a personal greeting message of up to 2 minutes. If a greeting message is not recorded, one of two pre-recorded greetings will be played when a call is received (p. 24).
Preparing the Answering System To check the recorded greeting message Press (GREETING). To erase the recorded greeting message Press (GREETING), and then press (ERASE) while the message is being played. •The unit will answer a call with a pre-recorded greeting. Pre-recorded greeting message If you do not record a greeting message (p. 23), one of two messages will be played when a call is received, depending on the caller’s recording time (p. 28). To check the pre-recorded greeting, press (GREETING).
Programming Summary for Answering System Preparation You can program the following functions using the handset near the base unit. The display shows the programming instructions. See the corresponding pages for function details. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ, and press á. Press á at “TAD program”. Select the desired function by pressing Ö or Ñ, and press á.
Preparing the Answering System Day and Time Voice Day/Time Stamp: During playback, a synthesized voice will announce the day and time that each message was recorded. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). -------------HSave directory Ringer volume 2 Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Ringer pattern HProgram -------------- 3 Press á. 4 Press á at “TAD program”.
•In step 6, you cannot enter numbers greater than 12. Do not use military time. (To set 13:00 hours, enter “0100”, and select “PM” by pressing (*).) ” flashes Preparation If a power failure occurs, the time may be shifted. When “ on the base unit display, reprogram the current day/time. To check the day/time Repeat steps 1 to 5 on page 26. •The base unit announces the current day/time displayed on the handset. When finished, press (OFF). For Caller ID service users (p.
Preparing the Answering System Caller’s Recording Time You can select “1 minute”, “2 minutes”, “3 minutes” or “Greeting only” for the caller’s recording time. Your phone comes from the factory set to “3 minutes”. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). 2 Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Ringer pattern HProgram -------------- 3 Press á. -------------HTAD program Set flash time 4 Press á at “TAD program”.
Number of Rings 1 2 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Preparation You can select the number of times the unit rings before the answering system answers a call, from “2” to “7” or “Toll saver”*. Your phone comes from the factory set to “4”. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. Ringer pattern HProgram -------------- 3 Press á. -------------HTAD program Set flash time 4 Press á at “TAD program”.
Making Calls Back side Speaker Display (OFF) , , (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR) Microphone (REDIAL/PAUSE) 1 Press . Talk 2 Dial a phone number. Talk •The dialed number is displayed. •After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery strength. 1112222 Talk 00-00-00 3 To hang up, press (OFF) or place the handset on the base unit. Off 00-01-08 •If the handset has lost communication with the base unit, 3 beeps sound and “No link to base Place on cradle and try again.
To have a hands-free phone conversation (Using Digital Duplex Speakerphone) 1 Press . SP-phone 2 Dial a phone number. SP-phone •The dialed number is displayed. •After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery strength. 1112222 00-00-00 3 4 When the other party answers, talk into the microphone. To hang up, press (OFF) or place the handset on the base unit.
Making Calls To dial after confirming the entered number 1 Dial a phone number. 2 Press . OR To have a hands-free phone conversation, press , and when the other party answers, talk into the microphone. •If you misdial, press (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR). One digit is erased. Dial the correct phone number. •After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery strength. 3 3334444 Ex. was pressed.
To adjust the receiver volume (HIGH, MEDIUM or LOW) or speaker volume (6 levels) while talking To increase, press Ñ. To decrease, press Ö. •The display will return to the length of the call. While using Loud HIGH Low ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ High Ñ Ö Loud MEDIUM Low ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ High Ñ Ö Loud LOW Low ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ High While using •Each time you press Ö or Ñ, the volume level will change among 6 levels. Your phone comes from the factory set to level 3. Ex.
Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings and “Incoming call” is displayed and the IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD indicator on the base unit flashes quickly. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party information will be displayed after the first ring (p. 35). In order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the second ring to answer a call. If the handset is off the base unit; Press .
Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party’s information will be shown on the handset after the first ring. The unit can record information of up to 30 different callers, including the time and date received and the number of times called, in the Caller List. The Caller List information is sorted by the most recent to the oldest call.
Using the Caller List If you have received new calls, “Received calls” will be displayed while the unit is not in use. Handset on the base unit Handset off the base unit Received calls Received callsG Viewing the Caller List To check who has called, follow the steps below. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 Press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. •The display will show, for example, the following.
Ex. When you search from the most recent call: Press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. GF 2 new calls H=Directory Press Ö. •If there is no name information for a caller, the display will only show the phone number. Press Ö. BROWN,NANCY 222-3333 1:54P JUN 9 ✕3 Press Ö. To return to the previous caller, press Ñ. To exit the Caller List, press (OFF). Cordless Telephone SMITH,JACK 1-222-333-4444 3:10P JUN10 TURNER,CINDY 1-234-456-7890 10:38A JUN 9 √ Press Ö. GF 0 new call H=Directory Press Ö.
Using the Caller List Calling Back from the Caller List , , 1 Press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. 2 Scroll to the desired caller by pressing Ö or Ñ. TURNER,CINDY 1-234-456-7890 11:20A JAN12 ✕3 3 Press Ex. GF or . •The displayed phone number is dialed automatically. 3 new calls H=Directory was pressed. Talk 12344567890 •In some cases, you may have to edit the number before dialing (p. 39). (Ex. You may have to delete “1” and the area code.
Editing the Caller’s Phone Number You can edit a phone number into one of 3 patterns (see below a, b, and c on this page) to call back or store it into the directory. The Caller ID Number Auto Edit Feature (p. 40) This feature will allow the unit to edit a Caller ID number into one of 3 patterns you desired for you automatically in the Caller List. For detail and activation please see page 40. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit.
Using the Caller List The Caller ID Number Auto Edit Feature There are 3 patterns of phone number (a, b, and c, p. 39). This feature allows your phone to automatically edit an in-coming Caller ID number into one pattern you preferred, and display the Caller ID number with that pattern on the handset automatically.
Storing Caller List Information in the Directory You can store phone numbers that are in the Caller List into the directory. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 Press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. 2 Scroll to the caller you want to store in the directory by pressing Ö or Ñ, and press á. 10 new calls H=Directory GF HEdit Save directory H=Yes GF 3 Scroll to “Save directory” by pressing Ö or Ñ, and press á.
Using the Caller List Erasing Caller List Information After checking the Caller List, you can erase some or all of the entries. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. To erase a specific caller from the Caller List 1 Press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. 2 Scroll to the caller you want to erase from the Caller List by pressing Ö or Ñ. 3 Press (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR).
Directory You can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in the directory using the handset. All directory items are sorted by the first word in alphabetical order. Using the directory, you can make a call by selecting a name on the handset display. Storing Names and Numbers Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. Cordless Telephone (FUNCTION/2WAYÒREC) (OFF) , , , The dialing buttons can be used to enter letters and symbols.
Directory 1 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). -------------HSave directory Ringer volume 2 Press á at “Save directory”. 3 Enter a name, up to 15 characters with the dialing buttons, Ü or á. Enter name •See the steps for entering names and symbols (p. 45). •If a name is not required, press Ö (Next key) and go to step 5. IH 4 Press Ö (Next key). Enter phone no. 5 Enter a phone number, up to 22 digits. 0987654321 6 Press Ö (Next key). 7 Press á (Save key).
FUNCTION / 2WAY REC MUTE OPENLCR Entering Names and Symbols The handset dialing buttons ((0) to (9)), Ü and á can be used to enter letters and symbols. The letters are printed on the dialing buttons. Pressing each button selects a character as shown below.
Directory For example, to enter “Tom Jones”: 1 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). -------------HSave directory Ringer volume 2 Press á at “Save directory”. Directory= 20 items Enter name IH 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Press (8) four times. T Press (6) three times, then press á to move the cursor to the right. To Press (6). Tom Press á twice to enter a blank. Tom Press (5) four times. Tom J Press (6) three times, then press á to move the cursor to the right. Tom Jo Press (6) twice.
Finding Stored Items You can search the directory using the handset. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 Press Ü or á to enter the directory list. Directory list GF H=Caller’s list , 2 , , (OFF) Press Ö or Ñ. •The first item is displayed. Ann 123-456-7890 3 . Scroll to the desired caller by pressing Ö or Ñ. •All directory items are stored in the order shown on the right.
Directory Index table Keys Index Keys Index (1) Other symbols, 1 (6) M, N, O, 6 (2) A, B, C, 2 (7) P, Q, R, S, 7 (3) D, E, F, 3 (8) T, U, V, 8 (4) G, H, I, 4 (9) W, X, Y, Z, 9 (5) J, K, L, 5 (0) 0 Dialing Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 2 3 Press Ü or á to enter the directory list. Directory list GF H=Caller’s list Press Ö or Ñ. •The first item is displayed. Scroll to the desired item that you want to dial by pressing Ö or Ñ.
Editing Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. Press Ü or á to enter the directory list. Press Ö or Ñ. •The first item is displayed. Scroll to the directory item you want to change by pressing Ö or Ñ, and press á. Jane 456-7890 •To search for the item by initial, see page 47. •If you do not need to change the name, go to step 5. Enter name Jane IH G=Next 4 Edit the name using the dialing buttons, Ü or á (p. 45), up to 15 characters.
Directory Erasing Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 2 3 4 Press Ü or á to enter the directory list. Press Ö or Ñ. •The first item is displayed. Scroll to the directory item that you want to erase by pressing Ö or Ñ. Helen 1-234-567-8901 •To search for the item by initial, see page 47. Press (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR). •To stop erasing, press Ü (No key). Clear? I=No 5 Press á (Yes key) or (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR). •A beep sounds and the item is erased.
Intercom A 2-way intercom is possible between the handset and the base unit. Paging the base unit from the handset 1 Handset: Press (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR). Talk to the paged party after the beeps. •“Intercom” is displayed. 2 3 To end the intercom, (LOCATOR/INTERCOM) press (OFF) on the (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR) handset. OR Press (LOCATOR/INTERCOM) on the base unit.
Intercom Paging the handset from the base unit (Handset locator) Using this feature, you can also locate a misplaced handset. 1 2 Base unit: Press (LOCATOR/INTERCOM). •The handset beeps for 1 minute and displays “Paging Press INTERCOM”. •To stop paging, press (LOCATOR/INTERCOM) on the base unit. Handset: Press (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR) to answer. •“Intercom” is displayed. MIC (LOCATOR/INTERCOM) (OFF) (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR) 3 Base unit: Talk into the MIC.
Special Features (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC) (MUTE) (OFF) , , (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK) (REDIAL/PAUSE) Automatic Security Code Setting Each time you place the handset on the base unit, the unit automatically selects one of more than a million security codes. These codes help prevent the unauthorized use of your telephone line by another cordless telephone user.
Special Features For Call Waiting Service Users Press (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK) if you hear a call-waiting tone while talking. •The first call is put on hold and you can answer the second call. •To return to the first caller, press (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK) again. •The call waiting service cannot be used when: —the answering system is recording someone’s message or —a parallel connected telephone is in use. •If this function does not operate properly, consult your telephone company for details.
FLASH Button Pressing (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK) allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call or accessing special telephone services (optional) such as call waiting. •Pressing (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK) causes to release following operations: —temporary tone dialing, —muting your conversation, or —recording your conversation. The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX.
Automatic Answering Operation When the unit answers a call, a greeting message is played and the caller’s message is recorded. •The total recording time (including greeting message) is about 15 minutes. If messages are recorded in noisy rooms, the time may be shortened by up to 3 minutes. •A maximum of 64 messages (including greeting message) can be recorded. Setting the Unit to Answer Calls Press (ANSWER!ON) to turn on the answering system. •The indicator lights and “Answer set” is heard.
Listening to Messages You can see the total number of recorded messages on the base unit display. If MESSAGE PLAYBACK indicator flashes, new messages have been recorded. To play back messages, press (MESSAGE!PLAYBACK/SLOW!TALK). When you have new messages: the unit announces the number of new messages and only new messages are played back. (MESSAGEÒPLAYBACK/SLOW!TALK) During playback, the display shows the message number. When you have no new messages: the unit announces “No new messages.
Listening to Messages During playback To repeat message Press (REPEAT). To skip message Press (SKIP). To stop operation Press (STOP). •If you press within 5 seconds of playback, the previous message will be played. •To resume playback, press (MESSAGE!PLAYBACK/SLOW!TALK). •If you do not press any button for 60 seconds or if you press (STOP) again, the playback mode will be canceled. For Caller ID service users (p.
From the Handset If someone else is in the room and you want to listen to the recorded messages privately, you can use the handset. 1 2 Handset: Press (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK). •The number of new messages is heard on the handset. •“Remote operation” will be displayed. Base unit: To listen to messages: Press (MESSAGE!PLAYBACK/SLOW!TALK). •The messages will be heard on the handset. •(MESSAGE!PLAYBACK/SLOW!TALK), (REPEAT), (SKIP) and (STOP)* can also be used during playback (p. 58).
Erasing Messages The unit will announce the remaining recording time after playback, if it is less than 5 minutes. New messages cannot be recorded when: —“Memory full” is heard. —“ FULL ” is displayed on the base unit. —the ANSWER ON indicator flashes rapidly. Erase some, or all, of the messages. We recommend you erase unnecessary messages after each playback. Erasing a specific message Press (ERASE) while the message you want to erase is being played. •The unit erases the message.
Recording a Memo Message You may record a personal message in memory. 1 2 Press (MEMO). •A long beep sounds. (STOP) (MEMO) After the beep, talk clearly approximately 8 inches (20 cm) away from the MIC. •The base unit display shows the elapsed recording time. 3 When finished, press (MEMO) or (STOP). MESSAGE PLAYBACK Indicator •A beep sounds. •The MESSAGE PLAYBACK indicator flashes. MIC Recording Your Telephone Conversation During a conversation with the handset, press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC).
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone You can operate the answering system from any touch tone phone. A synthesized voice menu will guide you on how to operate the unit (p. 64). •To skip the voice menu and operate the unit directly, see page 66. Summary of remote operation Call your unit from a touch tone phone. Enter your remote code (p. 63) during or after the greeting message. •The number of new messages is heard. After 3 seconds, the voice menu will start (p. 64).
Remote Code The remote code prevents unauthorized people from accessing your unit and listening to your messages. Choose any 2-digit number (00–99). The factory preset remote code is “11”. If you do not program your own remote code, you can use “11”. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off the base unit. 1 Press (FUNCTION/2WAY!REC). -------------HSave directory Ringer volume 2 Scroll to “Program” by pressing Ö or Ñ. Ringer pattern HProgram -------------- 3 Press á.
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Voice Menu The shaded boxes are voice prompts. Press 1 to play back all messages. Press 2 for other functions. Press (1). All message playback. Press (1). New message playback. Press (1). Please leave your message. Press (2). Press 1 to play back new messages. Press 2 for other functions. Press (2). Press 1 to record your message. Press 2 for other functions. Press (2). Press 1 to erase all messages. Press 2 for other functions. Press (1). Press (2).
All Message Playback All recorded messages are played back. At the end of the last message, “End of final message” is heard. The unit will announce the remaining recording time if it is less than 5 minutes. New Message Playback Only new messages are played back. At the end of the last message, “End of final message” is heard. The unit will announce the remaining recording time if it is less than 5 minutes. Recording a Memo Message You can leave a personal message. 1.
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Direct Remote Operation Once you have entered the remote code, you can also control your unit by direct commands instead of using the voice menu. To end the remote operation, hang up anytime. Direct commands •Only new messages are played back. NEW MESSAGE PLAYBACK (4) ALL MESSAGE PLAYBACK (5) REPEAT (During playback) (1) SKIP (During playback) (2) •The current message is skipped. The next message is played.
ERASING A SPECIFIC MESSAGE (During playback) (*) (4) •The current message is erased. •A short beep will sound and the next message will be played. ERASING ALL MESSAGES (*) (5) •All recorded messages are erased. •A long beep sounds and “No messages” is heard. ANSWERING SYSTEM OFF (0) •The unit hangs up and will not answer calls until turned on again. Turning on the answering system Call your unit and wait for 15 rings. •The unit will answer and the greeting message will be played.
Remote Operation with the Handset You can operate your answering system with the handset. The announcements and recorded messages can only be heard with the handset. (OFF) (FLASH/CALLÒWAIT/PLAYBACK) Summary of remote operation Press (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK). •The number of new messages is heard. •“Remote operation” is displayed on the handset. To listen to the announcements and messages from the speaker, press while they are heard. •To switch back to the receiver, press .
Direct commands •Only new messages are played back. NEW MESSAGE PLAYBACK (4) ALL MESSAGE PLAYBACK (5) REPEAT (During playback) (1) SKIP (During playback) (2) •The current message is skipped. The next message is played. (3) •Each time you press the button, the playback speed will change to slow/normal. CHANGING PLAYBACK SPEED (During playback) STOP •The current message is repeated. •If you press within 5 seconds of playback, the previous message will be played.
Wall Mounting This unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate. 1 Push the hook and turn it around. Turn the hook until a click is heard. 2 Connect the AC adaptor. To Power Outlet 3 Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor, then push it in the direction of the arrow. •The word “UP” should face upward.
4 Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide down. •Raise the antenna. •Fasten the telephone line cord to prevent it from being disconnected. Hooks 5 To charge the handset battery: Fix the charge contacts (#) and insert the hook to the handset hole ($). •The IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD indicator lights.
Belt Clip You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the belt clip. To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Optional Headset Plugging an optional headset into the handset allows a hands-free phone conversation. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA88 or KX-TCA90 headset. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Connecting an optional headset to the handset Open the headset jack cover, and connect an optional headset to the headset jack as shown below.
Battery Replacement If “Recharge” is displayed and/or “ ” flashes after being fully charged, replace the battery with a new Panasonic P-P511 (PQPP511SVC) battery. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. 1 Press the notch on the handset cover firmly and slide it as indicated by the arrow. 2 Remove the old battery. Insert the new battery into the handset as shown (#), matching the correct polarity. Press the battery down until it places into the compartment ($). 1 Close the cover.
Adding Another Phone This unit will not function during a power failure. To connect a standard telephone on the same line, use the Panasonic T-adaptor KX-J66. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2.
Troubleshooting Cordless Telephone Problem Remedy “No link to base Place on cradle and try again.” is displayed and an alarm tone sounds. •You are too far from the base unit. Move closer and try again. •Place the handset on the base unit and try again. •Plug in the AC adaptor. •Raise the base unit antenna. Static, sound cuts in/out, fades. Interference from other electrical units. •Locate the handset and the base unit away from other electrical appliances (p. 3). •Move closer to the base unit.
Troubleshooting Problem Remedy The unit does not display the •You need to subscribe to a Caller ID caller’s name and/or phone service. number. •Other telephone equipment may be interfering with your phone. Disconnect it and try again. •Other electrical appliances connected to the same outlet may be interfering with the Caller ID information. •Telephone line noise may be affecting the Caller ID information. 76 The handset display exits the Caller List. •Do not pause for over 60 seconds while searching.
Problem You cannot have a conversation using the headset. Remedy •Make sure that an optional headset is connected properly (p. 72). • may have been pressed. If “SP-phone” is displayed on the handset, press to continue the conversation with the headset. Answering System Remedy The answering system is on, but incoming messages are not recorded. •The recording time is set to “Greeting only”. Select “1 minute”, “2 minutes” or “3 minutes” (p. 28). •Memory is full. Erase some, or all, of the messages (p. 60).
Troubleshooting Problem Remedy You cannot operate the answering system with the handset. •Someone is operating the answering system. •You are too far from the base unit. Move closer to the base unit. •The unit is recording a message. To answer the call, press or . While recording a greeting message, the unit starts to ring and stops recording. •To answer the call, press or Start again from the beginning after hanging up. . During playback, the unit starts to ring and stops playback.
Problem Remedy Previously programmed information is erased. •If a power failure occurs, programmed information may be erased. Reprogram if necessary. “Recharge” is displayed, “ ” flashes or the unit beeps intermittently. •Charge the battery fully (p. 14). You charged the battery fully, but “Recharge” is still displayed and/or “ ” continues to flash. •Clean the charge contacts and charge again (p. 15). •Install a new battery (p. 73).
openLCR Service for Caller IQ Feature The Caller IQ feature is compatible with service provided by openLCR. Important: •If you have any questions regarding the openLCR service, call openLCR’s customer service department at 1-866-openLCR (1-866-673-6527). •NEITHER KYUSHU MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CO., LTD. (KME) NOR MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA (MECA) IS IN ANY WAY AFFILIATED WITH, OR RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF, OPENLCR.COM, INC. (OPENLCR).
Setting Caller IQ to OFF and ON After the first download to your phone, the Caller IQ features are automatically turned on. If you need, you can turn off Caller IQ. To set Caller IQ to OFF (When Caller IQ is ON.) 1 Press (CALLER!IQ). Press “1” or “#”. 1:View Info. #:Get new Info. 2 Press (0). To disable Caller IQ, press 3,#. 3 Press (3). To disable Caller IQ, press #. 4 Press (#). •A beep sounds and Caller IQ function is set to OFF. •The handset will exit the programming mode.
openLCR Service for Caller IQ Feature Downloading the Telephone Directory Data To edit your telephone directory, go to the openLCR web site to update your directory, and then download the data to your unit. Accessing the openLCR web site can be done from any computer with Internet access, such as your home, work, library, Internet cafe, etc. To edit the directory data If you have already stored items into the directory of the unit, you need to enter all of that items on to the web.
•You cannot access the openLCR server if a telephone or fax machine on the same phone line is in use. •While the unit is downloading the data from openLCR, the Call Waiting Service cannot be used. Information Download This enables you to view information such as weather, lottery results and stock quotes from the LCD display on your openLCR-ready unit. Each time you download the data from openLCR, the information will be updated. To view up-to-date information, you will need to download to your unit.
Important Safety Instructions When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 11. Read and understand all instructions. 12. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit. 13. Unplug this unit from AC outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 14. Do not use this unit near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or the like. 15.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the battery(ies) specified. 2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions. 3. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed. 4.
FCC and Other Information If requested by the telephone company, inform them as follows: Registration No. ....................................................(found on the bottom of the unit) Ringer Equivalence ...........................................................................................0.1B The particular telephone line to which the equipment is connected. This unit must not be connected to a coin operated line. If you are on a party line, check with your local telephone company.
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
FCC and Other Information •Environment — do not place the unit in a room where the temperature is less than 5°C (41°F) or greater than 40°C (104°F). Allow 10 cm (4") clearance around the unit for proper ventilation. Avoid excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, shock, or direct sunlight. •Medical — consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy.
Index L M N O P R S T V Intercom call................................ 51 Intercom paging .......................... 51 LCD contrast ............................... 22 Lighted Handset Keypad..............33 Line mode ................................... 17 Listening to messages................ 57, 65, 66, 69 Location of controls............... 6, 7, 8 Making Calls Handset............................... 30, 31 Memo Message............................61 Microphone Base Unit .......................
For product service •Call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) for the location of an authorized servicenter. •Panasonic’s e-mail address for customer inquiries: consumerproducts@panasonic.com for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico ONLY When you ship the product •Carefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton. •Attach a letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton. Symptom •Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured.
If you need assistance with the set-up or operation, please call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.
