TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 1 Friday, October 7, 2016 3:13 PM Operating Instructions Digital Cordless Phone Model No. KX-TG1611FX KX-TG1612FX KX-TG1613FX KX-TG1711FX KX-TG1712FX Model shown is KX-TG1611. Model shown is KX-TG1711. Before initial use, see “Getting Started” on page 10. Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product. Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference. This unit is compatible with Caller ID.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 2 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Table of Contents Introduction Model composition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Important Information For your safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 3 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Introduction Model composition Base unit Handset Part No. Part No. KX-TG1611 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 1 KX-TG1612 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 2 KX-TG1613 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 3 KX-TG1711 KX-TG1711 KX-TGA171 1 KX-TG1712 KX-TG1711 KX-TGA171 2 Series Model No. KX-TG1611 series KX-TG1711 series Quantity L The Intercom feature is only available for KX-TG1612, KX-TG1613, and KX-TG1712.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 4 Thursday, January 12, 2017 6:02 PM Introduction Additional/replacement accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information. Accessory item Model number Rechargeable batteries HHR-4MRT or HHR-4NGE (P03P) or HHR-4MRE (P03I)*1 Battery type: – Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) – 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset *1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 5 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Introduction 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.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 6 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Important Information 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.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 7 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Important Information L This product is unable to make calls when: – the handset batteries need recharging or have failed. – there is a power failure. 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. Battery SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS L We recommend using the batteries noted on page 4.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 8 Thursday, January 12, 2017 6:02 PM Important Information L 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. 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.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 9 Thursday, January 12, 2017 6:02 PM Important Information dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Note for the battery symbol This symbol (2) might be used in combination with a chemical symbol (3). In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. Specifications n Standard: DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) n Frequency range: 1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz n RF transmission power: Approx.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 10 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Getting Started ■ Base unit (KX-TG1711/KX-TG1712) Setting up Press plug firmly. Connections L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC adaptor PNLV226CE. L When mounting the unit on a wall, see page 33. ■ Base unit (KX-TG1611/KX-TG1612/ KX-TG1613) Important: L First plug in the supplied telephone line cord and then plug in the AC adaptor cord. Press plug firmly. Hooks Use only the supplied telephone line cord.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 11 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Getting Started Battery installation L USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size. L Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries. L Confirm correct polarities (S, T). Note when setting up Note for connections 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 floor-mounted AC outlet.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 12 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Getting Started Battery level Icon Battery level Controls 5 High Base unit 6 Medium ■ KX-TG1611/KX-TG1612/KX-TG1613 7 Low 8 Needs charging. A Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance (supplied batteries) Operation Operating time In continuous use 15 hours max. Not in use (standby) 170 hours max. Note: L It is normal for batteries not to reach full capacity at the initial charge.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 13 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Getting Started ■ KX-TG1711/KX-TG1712 Handset ■ KX-TG1611/KX-TG1612/KX-TG1613 E E F F G M A G M A B C B H C I H I J J D D K L K L A A A B C D E F G H I J K L M {k} (Phonebook) {C} (Talk) {C} (Clear) Dial keypad Receiver Display {j/OK} (Menu/OK) {P} (Pause) {ic} (Off/Power) {R} (Recall/Flash) Microphone Charge contacts Ringer ■ Control type A Navigator key – {^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}: Scroll through various lists and items.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 14 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Getting Started – {<} (y: Caller list): View the caller list. – {>} (R: Redial): View the redial list. Initial settings Symbol meaning: Example: {r}: “Off” Display Press {V} or {^} to select the words in quotations. Handset display items Meaning Display language w Within range of a base unit L When flashing: Handset is searching for base unit. (page 30) 16 display languages are available. C Handset is on an outside call.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 15 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Getting Started Note: L The date and time may be incorrect after a power failure. In this case, set the date and time again. Dialling mode 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 2 3 4 5 {j/OK} {r}: “Setup” s {j/OK} {r}: “Dial Mode” s {j/OK} {r}: Select the desired setting.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 16 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Making/Answering Calls Making calls 1 2 3 Lift the handset and dial the phone number. L To correct a digit, press {C}. {C} When you finish talking, press {ic} or place the handset on the base unit or charger. Adjusting the receiver volume Press {^} or {V} 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.).
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 17 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Making/Answering Calls Adjusting the handset ringer volume ■ While the handset is ringing for an incoming call: Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the desired volume. ■ Programming the volume beforehand: 1 {j/OK} 2 {r}: “Ringer Setup” s {j/OK} 3 {r}: “Volume” s {j/OK} 4 {r}: Select the desired volume.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 18 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Phonebook Handset phonebook The phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can add 50 names and phone numbers, and confirm the number of entries (page 18). Adding entries 1 {k} 2 {r}: “New Entry” s {j/OK} 3 Enter the party’s name (12 characters max.). s {j/OK} L You can change the character entry mode by pressing {k} (page 27). 4 5 Enter the party’s phone number (24 digits max.).
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 19 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Phonebook L If you have rotary/pulse service, you need to press * before pressing {k} in step 1 to change the dialling mode temporarily to tone. When adding entries to the phonebook, we recommend adding * to the beginning of phone numbers you wish to chain dial (page 18).
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 20 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Programming Programmable settings You can customise the unit by programming the following features using the handset. Programming by scrolling through the display menus 1 {j/OK} 2 Press {V} or {^} to select the desired main menu. s {j/OK} 3 Press {V} or {^} to select the desired item in sub-menu 1. s {j/OK} L In some cases, you may need to select from sub-menu 2. s {j/OK} 4 Press {V} or {^} to select the desired setting.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 21 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Programming Main menu Sub-menu 1 Setup Language – 14 Contrast (Display contrast) – – Clock Disp.*5 – – Auto Talk*6 – 16 Register HS – 32 Keytones*7 – – Dial Mode*3 – 15 Recall/Flash*3, *8, *9 <600 msec.> – 17 Privacy Mode*3, *10, *11 – – Change PIN*3 Intercom*10 – Sub-menu 2 Page – 32 – 26 *1 Ringer volume cannot be turned off for paging.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 22 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Programming L We recommend selecting a different ringer tone from the one used for outside calls. Special programming Alarm An alarm sounds at the set time (once or daily) for 2 minutes. You can also customise the repeat times and the repeat cycle (snooze function). Alarm can be set for each handset.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 23 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Caller ID Service Using Caller ID service Caller list Important: L 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. Important: L Only 1 person can access the caller list at a time. (KX-TG1612/KX-TG1613/ KX-TG1712) L Make sure the unit’s date and time setting is correct (page 14).
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 24 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Caller ID Service 3 {r}: “Erase” or “Erase All” s {j/OK} 4 {j/OK} s {ic} Storing caller information to the phonebook 1 {<} (y) 2 {r}: Select the desired entry. s {j/OK} 3 {r}: “Save TEL No.” s {j/OK} 4 To store the name, continue from step 3, “Adding entries”, page 18.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 25 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Voice Mail Service 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.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 26 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Intercom/Locator Intercom Available for: KX-TG1612/KX-TG1613/KX-TG1712 Intercom calls can be made between handsets. Note: L If you receive an outside call while talking on the intercom, you hear interrupt tones. To answer the call, press {ic}, then press {C}. L When paging the handset, the paged handset beeps for 1 minute. Making an intercom call 1 {j/OK} 2 {r}: “Intercom” s {j/OK} 3 To page a specific handset, enter the handset number.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 27 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Useful Information 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 27). – Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor left or right. – Press dial keys to enter characters and numbers.
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TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 29 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Useful Information Error messages Display message Cause/solution Memory Full L The phonebook memory is full. Erase unwanted entries (page 18). 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.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 30 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Useful Information Problem Cause/solution I cannot use the intercom feature.*1 L This feature is shared between the handsets. Although the handset displays “Intercom”, this feature is not available for this model. *1 KX-TG1611/KX-TG1711 Programmable settings Problem Cause/solution The display is in a language I cannot read. L Change the display language (page 14).
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 31 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Useful Information Problem Cause/solution I cannot make a call. L The dialling mode may be set incorrectly. Change the setting (page 15). L The handset is too far from the base unit. Move closer and try again. L Another unit is in use.*1 Wait and try again later. *1 KX-TG1612/KX-TG1613/KX-TG1712 Caller ID Problem Cause/solution Caller information is not displayed. L You must subscribe to a Caller ID service.
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 32 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Useful Information Registering a handset to the base unit 1 Handset: {j/OK} 2 3 4 {r}: “Setup” s {j/OK} {r}: “Register HS” s {j/OK} Base unit: Press and hold {x} for about 5 seconds. (No registration tone) L If all registered handsets start ringing, press {x} again to stop, then repeat this step. (KX-TG1612/KX-TG1613/KX-TG1712) 5 Handset: Wait until “PIN:____” is displayed. s Enter the base unit PIN (default: “0000”).
TG161x_171xFX(e).book Page 33 Monday, February 9, 2015 4:06 PM Useful Information Wall mounting Note: L Make sure that the wall and the fixing method are strong enough to support the weight of the unit.
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