Panasonic Answering Machine KX TG8232 User Manual

Operating Instructions  
Expandable Digital Cordless  
Answering System  
Model No. KX-TG8231  
with 2 Handsets  
Model No. KX-TG8232  
Model shown is KX-TG8231.  
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must  
subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider/  
telephone company.  
Charge the handset batteries for 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.  
 
Introduction  
Product information  
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephone.  
These operating instructions can be used for the following models:  
KX-TG8231  
KX-TG8232  
Accessory information  
Supplied accessories  
Quantity  
No.  
Accessory item  
Order number  
KX-TG KX-TG  
8231B 8232B  
1
2
3
AC adaptor for base unit  
Telephone line cord  
PQLV207V  
1
1
2
1
1
4
PQJA10075Z  
Rechargeable batteries  
AAA (R03) size  
HHR-4DPA  
(Part No. HHR-55AAABU)  
4
5
6
7
Handset cover*1  
PQYNTG8200ER  
PQKE10481Z1  
PQLV30056Y  
PQLV209V  
1
1
2
2
1
1
Belt clip  
Charger  
AC adaptor for charger  
*1 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
 
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Introduction  
Additional/replacement accessories  
Accessory item  
Order number  
2 rechargeable nickel metal  
hydride (Ni-MH) batteries, AAA  
(R03) size  
HHR-4DPA  
Headset  
KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88HA, KX-  
TCA92, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA94, or KX-TCA95  
T-adaptor  
KX-J66  
Expanding your phone system  
You can expand the phone system by  
registering optional handsets to a single  
base unit.  
Handset (optional): KX-TGA820  
LA maximum of 6 total handsets  
(supplied and optional) can be  
registered to a single base unit.  
Sales and support information  
LTo order additional/replacement accessories, call 1-800-332-5368.  
LTTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277.  
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Introduction  
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock,  
do not disassemble the product.  
Take the product to an authorized  
service center when service is  
required. Opening or removing  
covers may expose you to  
dangerous voltages or other risks.  
Incorrect reassembly can cause  
electric shock when the product is  
subsequently used.  
Important safety  
instructions  
When using the product, basic safety  
precautions should always be followed  
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,  
or personal injury.  
1. Read all instructions carefully.  
2. Follow all warnings and instructions  
marked on the product.  
3. Unplug the product from power  
outlets before cleaning. Do not use  
liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry  
soft cloth for cleaning.  
12. Unplug the product from power  
outlets and take to an authorized  
service center when the following  
conditions occur:  
A. When the power cord is  
damaged or frayed.  
4. Do not use the product near water,  
for example near a bathtub, wash  
bowl, kitchen sink, etc.  
5. Place the product securely on a  
stable surface. Serious damage  
and/or injury may result if the  
product falls.  
6. Do not cover slots and openings on  
the product. They are provided for  
ventilation and protection against  
overheating. Never place the  
product near radiators, or in a place  
where proper ventilation is not  
provided.  
B. If liquid has been spilled into the  
product.  
C. If the product has been exposed  
to rain or water.  
D. If the product does not work  
normally by following the  
operating instructions. Adjust  
only controls covered by the  
operating instructions. Improper  
adjustment may require  
extensive work by an authorized  
service center.  
E. If the product has been dropped  
or physically damaged.  
7. Use only the power source marked  
on the product. If you are not sure of  
the type of power supplied to your  
home, consult your dealer or local  
power company.  
8. Do not place objects on the power  
cord. Install the product where no  
one can step or trip on the cord.  
9. Do not overload power outlets and  
extension cords. This can result in  
the risk of fire or electric shock.  
10. Never push any objects through  
slots in the product. This may result  
in the risk of fire or electric shock.  
Never spill any liquid on the product.  
F. If the product exhibits a distinct  
change in performance.  
13. During thunderstorms, avoid using  
telephones except cordless types.  
There may be a remote risk of an  
electric shock from lightning.  
14. Do not use the product to report a  
gas leak, when in the vicinity of the  
leak.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING  
LTo prevent the risk of fire or electrical  
shock, do not expose the product to  
rain or any type of moisture.  
 
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Introduction  
LUnplug 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 1-800-211-  
PANA (1-800-211-7262).  
disconnected at the network  
interface.  
LUse caution when installing or  
modifying telephone lines.  
LDo not touch the plug with wet hands.  
LThe AC adaptor is used as the main  
disconnect device. Ensure that the  
AC outlet is installed near the product  
and is easily accessible.  
LDo 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.  
LDo not place or use this product near  
automatically controlled devices such  
as automatic doors and fire alarms.  
Radio waves emitted from this  
product may cause such devices to  
malfunction resulting in an accident.  
LCompletely 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.  
Battery  
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to  
persons, read and follow these  
instructions.  
LWe recommend using the battery(ies)  
noted on page 4. Use only  
rechargeable battery(ies).  
LDo not mix old and new battery(ies).  
LDo not dispose of the battery(ies) in a  
fire, as they may explode. Check with  
local waste management codes for  
special disposal instructions.  
LDo 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.  
LExercise care when handling the  
battery(ies). Do not allow conductive  
materials such as rings, bracelets or  
keys to touch the battery(ies),  
otherwise a short circuit may cause  
the battery(ies) and/or the conductive  
material to overheat and cause burns.  
LCharge the battery(ies) provided with  
or identified for use with this product  
only in accordance with the  
LRegularly 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.  
CAUTION  
Installation  
LNever install telephone wiring during  
a lightning storm.  
instructions and limitations specified  
in this manual.  
LNever install telephone line jacks in  
wet locations unless the jack is  
specifically designed for wet  
locations.  
LOnly use a compatible base unit (or  
charger) to charge the battery(ies).  
Do not tamper with the base unit (or  
charger). Failure to follow these  
instructions may cause the  
LNever touch uninsulated telephone  
wires or terminals unless the  
telephone line has been  
battery(ies) to swell or explode.  
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Introduction  
computers, wireless devices or  
other phones.  
Medical  
LConsult 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 power  
output is 125 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.  
– 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).  
LCoverage and voice quality depends  
on the local environmental conditions.  
LIf the reception for a base unit location  
is not satisfactory, move the base unit  
to another location for better  
reception.  
Environment  
LKeep the product away from electrical  
noise generating devices, such as  
fluorescent lamps and motors.  
LThe product should be kept free from  
excessive smoke, dust, high  
Notice for product disposal, transfer,  
or return  
LThis 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, transfer or return  
the product.  
temperature, and vibration.  
LThe product should not be exposed to  
direct sunlight.  
LDo not place heavy objects on top of  
the product.  
LWhen you leave the product unused  
for a long period of time, unplug the  
product from the power outlet.  
LThe 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.  
LThe maximum calling distance may  
be shortened when the product is  
used in the following places: Near  
obstacles such as hills, tunnels,  
underground, nearmetal objects such  
as wire fences, etc.  
For best performance  
Base unit location/avoiding noise  
The base unit and other compatible  
Panasonic units use radio waves to  
communicate with each other.  
LFor 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.  
LOperating the product near electrical  
appliances may cause interference.  
Move away from the electrical  
appliances.  
– away from electronic appliances  
such as TVs, radios, personal  
 
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Introduction  
Routine care  
LTo clean the product, use a dry soft  
cloth. The outer surface of the  
product can be scratched by  
wiping or rubbing with a hard  
cloth.  
LDo not use benzine, thinner, or any  
abrasive powder.  
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Preparation  
Handset  
Controls  
A
Base unit  
I
A
B
J
B
B
C
D
E
K
L
F
C
D
E
G
H
M
N
O
A Speaker  
B Soft keys  
C Joystick  
D {C} (TALK)  
E {s} (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)  
F Headset jack  
F G  
H
I
J K  
A Charge contacts  
B Speaker  
G Dial keypad  
({*}: TONE)  
H {FLASH} {CALL WAIT}  
I Receiver  
C {4} (ERASE)  
D {^} (VOL.: Volume up)  
E {s} (ANSWER ON)  
ANSWER ON indicator  
F {7} (Repeat)  
J Display  
K {OFF}  
L {MUTE} {CLEAR}  
M {INTERCOM} {TRANSFER}  
N Microphone  
G {} (STOP)  
H {6} (Message)  
Message indicator  
O Charge contacts  
I {V} (VOL.: Volume down)  
J {x} (LOCATOR)  
K {8} (Skip)  
 
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Preparation  
Using the joystick  
The handset joystick can be used to  
navigate through menus and to select  
items shown on the display, by pushing  
it up {^}, down {V}, left {<}, or right  
{>}.  
Displays  
Handset display items  
Item  
Meaning  
w
Within range of a base unit  
LWhen flashing: Handset  
is searching for base unit  
(page 44).  
e
Alarm is on. (page 28)  
Adjusting the receiver or speaker  
volume  
k
Handset is on an outside  
call.  
Push the joystick up or down while  
talking.  
#
Speaker is on.  
~
Ringer volume is off.  
(page 17, 27)  
Volume up  
!
Call privacy mode is on.  
(page 17)  
Handset number  
LLine is being used by  
another handset for  
Volume down  
calling, registration, etc.  
LAnswering system is  
being used by another  
handset or the base unit.  
Soft keys  
The handset features 2 soft keys and a  
joystick. By pressing a soft key, or by  
pressing the center of the joystick, you  
can select the feature shown directly  
above it on the display.  
&
Battery level  
Menu icons  
MENU REDIAL  
When in standby mode, pressing down  
on the center of the joystick reveals the  
handset’s main menu. From here you  
can access various features and  
settings.  
Icon  
Feature  
View Caller ID  
j
Display settings  
Set date & time  
M
K
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Preparation  
Charger (KX-TG8232)  
LUse only the supplied Panasonic AC  
adaptor PQLV209.  
Icon  
Feature  
Answering device  
I
Initial settings  
Customer support  
C
Hooks  
Fasten the AC adaptor cord to  
prevent it from being disconnected.  
Connections  
Connect the telephone line cord until it  
clicks into the base unit and telephone  
line jack (A). Connect the AC adaptor  
cord (B) by pressing the plug firmly  
(C).  
B
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)  
Note:  
Base unit  
LThe AC adaptor must remain  
connected at all times. (It is normal for  
the adaptor to feel warm during use.)  
LThe AC adaptor should be connected  
to a vertically oriented or floor-  
mounted AC outlet. Do not connect  
the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted  
AC outlet, as the weight of the  
adaptor may cause it to become  
disconnected.  
LUse only the supplied Panasonic AC  
adaptor PQLV207.  
LUse only the supplied telephone line  
cord.  
C
Hooks  
LThe unit will not work during a power  
failure. We recommend connecting a  
corded telephone to the same  
telephone line or to the same  
telephone line jack using a Panasonic  
T-adaptor (page 4).  
A
B
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)  
To single-line telephone  
jack (RJ11C)  
 
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Preparation  
1 Press the notch on the handset  
cover firmly, and slide it in the  
direction of the arrow.  
If you subscribe to a DSL service  
Please attach a noise filter (contact your  
DSL 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.  
– Caller ID features do not function  
properly.  
2 Insert the batteries negative (T) end  
first. Close the handset cover.  
To single-line  
telephone  
Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY  
jack (RJ11C)  
Noise filter  
Battery installation  
and replacement  
Note:  
Important:  
LWhen replacing batteries, remove the  
LUse only the supplied rechargeable  
batteries noted on page 3, 6.  
LUSE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH  
batteries AAA (R03) size.  
LDo NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-  
Cd batteries.  
old batteries.  
LEnsure correct polarities (S, T)  
when installing the batteries.  
LWipe the battery ends (S, T) with a  
dry cloth.  
LWhen installing the batteries, avoid  
touching the battery ends (S, T) or  
the unit contacts.  
LWhen replacing batteries, we  
recommend using the Panasonic  
rechargeable batteries noted on page  
4, 6.  
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Preparation  
Attention:  
LClean the charge contacts of the  
handset, base unit, and charger with  
a soft, dry cloth once a month. Clean  
more often if the unit is subject to the  
exposure of grease, dust, or high  
humidity.  
LWhen the batteries are empty, the  
entire display may go blank and  
Charging” may not be displayed for  
about 10 minutes even if you place  
the handset on the base unit or  
charger.  
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.  
Battery level  
Battery icon Battery level  
Battery charge  
&
(
)
High  
Medium  
Place the handset on the base unit or  
charger for 7 hours before initial use.  
LWhile charging, “Charging” is  
displayed. When the batteries are  
fully charged, “Charge completed”  
is displayed.  
Low  
LWhen flashing:  
Needs to be  
charged.  
Note:  
Base unit:  
Charger*1:  
LWhen the batteries need to be  
charged, the handset beeps  
intermittently during use.  
Panasonic Ni-MH battery  
performance (supplied batteries)  
Operation  
Operating time  
In continuous use 12 hours max.  
In continuous  
standby mode  
150 hours max.  
Note:  
*1 KX-TG8232  
LBattery operating time may be  
shortened over time depending on  
usage conditions and surrounding  
temperature.  
LBattery power is consumed whenever  
the handset is off the base unit or  
charger, even when the handset is not  
in use.  
Note:  
LIt is normal for the handset to feel  
warm during charging.  
LIf you want to use the handset  
immediately, charge the batteries for  
at least 15 minutes.  
 
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Preparation  
LAfter the handset is fully charged,  
displaying “Charge completed”, it  
may be left on the base unit or  
charger without any ill effect on the  
batteries.  
Symbol Meaning  
{V}/{^}: Push the handset joystick  
“ ”  
down or up to select the  
words in quotations.  
Example: {V}/{^}: “Off”  
LThe battery level may not be  
displayed correctly or the entire  
display may go blank after you  
replace the batteries. In this case,  
place the handset on the base unit or  
charger and let it charge for 7 hours.  
Setting up the unit  
before use  
Display language  
Screen saver mode  
You can select either “English” or  
Español” as the display language.  
The default setting is “English”.  
The backlight will turn off completely  
after 1 minute of inactivity if the  
handset is not on the base unit or  
charger. Press {OFF} to turn the  
display on again.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick)  
2 Select M by pushing the joystick in  
any direction. i {SELECT}  
3 Push the joystick up or down to  
select “Change language”. i  
{SELECT}  
Symbols used in these  
operating instructions  
4 Push the joystick up or down to  
select the desired language.  
Symbol Meaning  
5 Press down the center of the joystick  
to save.  
{ }  
The words in the brackets  
indicate button names/  
soft key names on the  
handset and base unit.  
Example:  
6 {OFF}  
Note:  
LHow to change from Spanish back to  
English:  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i  
M i {SELEC.}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Cambiar idiomai  
{SELEC.}  
3 {V}/{^}: “Englishi {SAVE}  
i {OFF}  
Unit keys: {C}, {OFF}  
Soft keys: {C},  
{REDIAL}  
i
Proceed to the next  
operation.  
“ ”  
The words in quotations  
indicate the menu on the  
display.  
Example: Alarm”  
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Preparation  
– The unit will announce the day and  
time a message was recorded when  
you play back on the answering  
system (page 31).  
Voice guidance language  
You can select either “English” or  
Español” as the voice guidance  
language of the answering system  
(page 30). The default setting is  
English”.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick)  
2 Select K by pushing the joystick in  
any direction. i {SELECT}  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick)  
2 Select I by pushing the joystick in  
any direction. i {SELECT}  
3 Push the joystick up or down to  
select “Date and time”. i  
{SELECT}  
3 Push the joystick up or down to  
select “Settings”. i {SELECT}  
4 Enter the current month, date, and  
year.  
4 Push the joystick up or down to  
select “Voice prompt”. i  
{SELECT}  
Example: August 15, 2007  
{0}{8} {1}{5} {0}{7}  
5 Enter the current hour and minute  
(12-hour clock format).  
Example: 9:30  
5 Push the joystick up or down to  
select the desired language. i  
{SAVE} i {OFF}  
{0}{9} {3}{0}  
6 Press {*} to select “AM” or “PM”.  
7 {SAVE} i {OFF}  
Dialing 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.  
Note:  
LWhen English is selected as the  
display language, 12-hour clock  
format is used. When Spanish is  
selected, 24-hour clock format is  
used.  
Pulse”: For rotary/pulse dial service.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick)  
LIf you make a mistake when entering  
the date and time, push the joystick  
right, left, up, or down to move the  
cursor, then make the correction.  
LThe date and time may be incorrect  
after a power failure. In this case, set  
the date and time again.  
2 Select * by pushing the joystick in  
any direction. i {SELECT}  
3 Push the joystick up or down to  
select “Set tel line”. i  
{SELECT}  
4 Push the joystick up or down to  
select “Set dial mode”. i  
{SELECT}  
5 Push the joystick up or down to  
select the desired setting. i  
{SAVE} i {OFF}  
Date and time  
Set the correct date and time so that:  
You can use the alarm function (page  
28).  
 
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Making/Answering Calls  
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired phone  
number.  
Making calls  
3
{ERASE}  
4 {V}/{^}:  
{OFF}  
Yes  
i
{SELECT} i  
1 Dial the phone number.  
LTo correct a digit, press {CLEAR}.  
2 Press {C}.  
Note:  
3 When you finish talking, press {OFF}  
or place the handset on the base unit  
or charger.  
LStep 3 variation:  
{MENU} {V}/{^}: “Erase”  
{SELECT}  
i
i
Using the speakerphone  
Erasing all numbers in the redial list  
1 Dial the phone number, and press  
1 {REDIAL} (right soft key)  
{s}.  
2 {MENU}  
{SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: “Yes”  
i
{V}/{^}: “Erase all”  
LSpeak alternately with the other  
party.  
i
i
{SELECT}  
2 When you finish talking, press  
{OFF}.  
PAUSE button (for PBX/long  
Note:  
distance service users)  
A pause is sometimes required when  
making calls using a PBX or long  
distance service. When storing a calling  
card access number and/or PIN in the  
phonebook, a pause is also needed  
(page 21).  
For example, if you need to dial the line  
access number “9” when making  
outside calls with a PBX:  
LFor best performance, use the  
speakerphone in a quiet environment.  
LTo switch back to the receiver, press  
{C}.  
Adjusting the receiver/speaker  
volume  
Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
while talking.  
1 {9} i {PAUSE} i Dial the  
Making a call using the redial  
list  
The last 5 phone numbers dialed are  
stored in the redial list (each 48 digits  
max.).  
phone number.  
2 {C}  
Note:  
LA 3.5 second pause is inserted each  
time {PAUSE} is pressed. Press  
repeatedly to insert longer pauses.  
1 {REDIAL} (right soft key)  
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired phone  
number.  
3 {C}  
Answering calls  
1 Press {C} or {s} when the unit  
rings.  
LYou can also answer the call by  
pressing any dial key from {0} to  
Erasing a number in the redial list  
1 {REDIAL} (right soft key)  
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Making/Answering Calls  
{9}, {*}, or {#}. (Any key talk  
feature)  
For Call Waiting service  
users  
2 When you finish talking, press {OFF}  
or place the handset on the base unit  
or charger.  
To use Call Waiting, you must subscribe  
to the Call Waiting service of your  
service provider/telephone company.  
This feature allows you to receive calls  
while you are already talking on the  
phone. If you receive a call while on the  
phone, you will hear a Call Waiting tone.  
Please contact your service provider/  
telephone company for details and  
availability of this service in your area.  
Press {CALL WAIT} to answer the 2nd  
call.  
Note:  
LYou can change the ringer tone (page  
27). You can also adjust the handset  
ringer volume (page 27).  
Auto talk  
You can answer calls simply by lifting  
the handset off the base unit or charger.  
You do not need to press {C}. To turn  
this feature on, see page 28.  
LTo switch between calls, press  
{CALL WAIT}.  
Temporary ringer off  
While the handset is ringing for a call,  
you can turn the ringer off temporarily  
by pressing {~} or {OFF}.  
Temporary tone dialing (for  
rotary/pulse service users)  
You can temporarily switch the dialing  
mode to tone when you need to access  
touch-tone services (for example,  
answering services, telephone banking  
services, etc.).  
Press {*} (TONE) before entering  
access numbers which require tone  
dialing.  
Useful features during  
a call  
MUTE button  
While mute is turned on, you can hear  
the other party, but the other party  
cannot hear you.  
To mute your voice, press {MUTE}.  
LTo return to the conversation, press  
{MUTE} again or {C}.  
Call share  
This feature allows the handset to join  
an existing outside call.  
To join the conversation, press {C}  
when the other handset is on an outside  
call.  
FLASH button  
Note:  
Pressing {FLASH} allows you to use  
special features of your host PBX such  
as transferring an extension call, or  
accessing optional telephone services.  
LA maximum of 3 parties (including 1  
outside party) can join a conversation  
using 2 extensions.  
Note:  
Call privacy  
LTo change the flash time, see page  
Call privacy allows you to prevent other  
users from joining your conversations  
with outside callers. To allow other  
27.  
 
17  
                 
Making/Answering Calls  
users to join your conversations, leave  
this feature off. The default setting is  
Off”.  
1 Press {MENU} during an outside  
call.  
2 {V}/{^}: “On” or “Offi {SELECT}  
LWhen this feature is turned on,  
! is displayed.  
Note:  
LThis feature will turn off after you  
hang up the call.  
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Phonebook  
Key  
Character  
Handset phonebook  
{4}  
G
g
J
H
h
I
4
4
5
5
6
6
S
s
i
The handset phonebook allows you to  
make calls without having to dial  
manually. You can add 50 names and  
phone numbers, assign each handset  
phonebook entry to the desired group.  
{5}  
{6}  
{7}  
{8}  
{9}  
{0}  
K
k
L
l
j
M
m
P
p
T
t
N
n
O
o
R
r
Adding entries  
Q
q
7
7
1 {C} (left soft key)  
2 {ADD}  
3 Enter the party’s name (16  
characters max.). i {OK}  
U
u
V
v
Y
y
0
8
8
Z
z
W X  
9
9
4 Enter the party’s phone number (24  
digits max.). i {OK}  
w
x
5 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group.  
i {SELECT}  
Space  
LTo enter another character that is  
located on the same dial key, first  
push the joystick right to move the  
cursor to the next space.  
6 {V}/{^}:  
Save  
i
{SELECT}  
LTo add other entries, repeat from  
step 3.  
7
{
OFF  
Note:  
LStep 2 variation:  
{MENU} {V}/{^}: “New entry”  
SELECT}  
}
Correcting a mistake  
Push the joystick left or right to move  
the cursor to the character or number  
you want to erase, then press  
{CLEAR}. Enter the appropriate  
character or number.  
i
i
{
Character table for entering names  
While entering characters, you can  
switch between uppercase and  
lowercase by pressing {*}.  
LPress and hold {CLEAR} to erase all  
characters or numbers.  
Group settings  
Key  
Character  
Group setting can help you find entries  
in the handset phonebook quickly and  
easily. When adding an entry to the  
handset phonebook you can assign it to  
the desired group. You can change the  
names of groups assigned for handset  
phonebook entries (“Friends”, “Family”,  
etc.) and then search for handset  
phonebook entries by group. Additional  
{1}  
Space  
#
C
c
F
f
&
.
(
)
; ,  
/
1
{2}  
A
a
B
b
E
e
2
2
3
3
{3}  
D
d
 
19  
           
Phonebook  
group setting features are available for  
Caller ID subscribers (page 23).  
Searching by group  
1 {C} (left soft key)  
i
{GROUP}  
Changing group names  
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group.  
i
{SELECT}  
1 {C} (left soft key)  
2 {V}/{^}: “Group”  
3 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group.  
SELECT}  
4 {V}/{^}: “Group name”  
SELECT}  
5 Edit name (10 characters max.)  
SAVE} OFF}  
i
{MENU}  
LIf you select “All groups”, the  
unit will end searching group.  
i
{SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: Scroll through the  
phonebook if necessary.  
i
{
i
4 {C}  
{
i
Editing entries  
{
i
{
1 Find the desired entry (page 20).  
2 {EDIT}  
3 Edit the name if necessary (see the  
character table, page 19). i {OK}  
Finding and calling a handset  
phonebook entry  
Scrolling through all entries  
4 Edit the phone number if necessary  
(24 digits max.). i {OK}  
1 {C} (left soft key)  
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired entry.  
3 {C}  
5 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group.  
i {SELECT}  
6 {V}/{^}: “Savei {SELECT} i  
{OFF}  
Searching by first character (index  
search)  
Note:  
LStep 2 variation:  
{MENU} i {V}/{^}: “Editi  
{SELECT}  
1 {C} (left soft key)  
2 Press the dial key ({0} {9}) which  
contains the character you are  
searching for (see the character  
table, page 19).  
Erasing entries  
LPress the same dial key repeatedly  
to display the first entry  
Erasing an entry  
corresponding to each letter  
located on that dial key.  
LIf there is no entry corresponding  
to the character you selected, the  
next entry is displayed.  
1 Find the desired entry (page 20).  
2 {MENU}  
3 {V}/{^}: “Erasei {SELECT}  
4 {V}/{^}: “Yesi {SELECT} i  
{OFF}  
3 {V}/{^}: Scroll through the  
phonebook if necessary.  
Erasing all entries  
4 {C}  
1 {C} (left soft key)  
2 {MENU}  
20  
 
     
Phonebook  
3 {V}/{^}: “Erase alli  
Canceling a one touch dial  
assignment  
{SELECT}  
4 {V}/{^}: “Yesi {SELECT}  
1 Press and hold the desired one  
touch dial key ({1} to {9}).  
5 {V}/{^}: “Yesi {SELECT}  
i
{OFF}  
2 {ERASE}  
3 {V}/{^}: “Yesi {SELECT} i  
{OFF}  
One touch dial  
Assigning an entry in the handset  
phonebook to a one touch dial key  
Dial keys {1} to {9} can each be used  
as a one touch dial key, allowing you to  
dial a number from the handset  
phonebook by simply pressing a dial  
key.  
Note:  
LStep 2 variation:  
{MENU} i {V}/{^}: “Erasei  
{SELECT}  
Chain dial  
This feature allows you to dial phone  
numbers in the handset phonebook  
while you are on a call. This feature can  
be used, for example, to dial a calling  
card access number or bank account  
PIN that you have stored in the handset  
phonebook, without having to dial  
manually.  
1 Find the desired entry (page 20). i  
{MENU}  
2 {V}/{^}: “1-touch diali  
{SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: Select the desired dial key  
number. i {SELECT}  
LWhen the dial key is already used  
as a one touch dial key, “@” is  
displayed next to the dial key  
number. If you select this dial key,  
you can overwrite the previous  
assignment.  
1 During an outside call, press {C}.  
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired entry.  
3 Press {CALL} to dial the number.  
Note:  
4 {V}/{^}: “Savei {SELECT} i  
LWhen storing a calling card access  
number and your PIN in the  
phonebook as one phonebook entry,  
press {PAUSE} to add pauses after  
the number and PIN as necessary  
(page 16).  
{OFF}  
Making a call using a one touch dial  
key  
1 Press and hold the desired one  
touch dial key ({1} to {9}).  
LYou can view other one touch dial  
assignments by pushing the  
joystick up or down.  
LIf you have rotary/pulse service, you  
need to press {*} before pressing  
{C} in step 1 to change the dialing  
mode temporarily to tone.  
2 {C}  
 
21  
       
Phonebook  
Copying handset  
phonebook entries  
You can copy handset phonebook  
entries to the handset phonebook of  
another compatible Panasonic handset.  
Note:  
LGroup settings for phonebook entries  
are not copied.  
Copying an entry  
1 Find the desired entry (page 20). i  
{MENU}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Copyi {SELECT}  
3 Select the handset to copy to by  
pressing the desired handset  
number ({1} {6}).  
LWhen an entry has been copied,  
Completed” is displayed.  
LTo continue copying another entry:  
{V}/{^}: “Yesi {SELECT} i  
Find the desired entry. i {OK}  
4
{OFF}  
Copying all entries  
1 {C} (left soft key) i {MENU}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Copy alli {SELECT}  
3 Select the handset to copy to by  
pressing the desired handset  
number ({1} {6}).  
LWhen all entries have been  
copied, “Completed” is displayed.  
4
{OFF}  
22  
 
   
Caller ID Service  
in the phonebook, the stored name from  
the phonebook is displayed and logged  
in the caller list.  
Using Caller ID service  
Important:  
Call Waiting Caller ID display  
If you subscribe to both Caller ID and  
Call Waiting with Caller ID services, the  
2nd caller’s information is displayed  
after you hear a Call Waiting tone.  
Press {CALL WAIT} to answer the 2nd  
call.  
LThis unit is Caller ID compatible. To  
use Caller ID features, you must  
subscribe to Caller ID service.  
Consult your service provider/  
telephone company for details.  
Caller ID features  
LTo switch between calls, press  
{CALL WAIT}.  
When an outside call is being received,  
the calling party’s name and phone  
number are displayed.  
Note:  
Caller information for the last 50 callers  
is logged in the caller list by the most  
recent call to the oldest.  
LPlease contact your service provider/  
telephone company for details and  
availability of this service in your area.  
LGenerally caller information is  
displayed from the 2nd ring.  
LIf the unit cannot receive caller  
information, the following is  
displayed:  
– “Out of area”: The caller dialed  
from an area which does not  
provide Caller ID service.  
– “Private caller”: The caller  
requested not to send caller  
information.  
– “Long distance”: The caller  
called you long distance.  
Group settings for handset  
phonebook  
Group settings can help you identify  
who is calling by using different ringer  
tones and display colors for different  
groups of callers. When adding an entry  
to the handset phonebook you can  
assign it to desired group (page 19).  
When a call is received from a caller  
assigned to a group, the group's display  
color and ringer tone you selected are  
used.  
LIf the unit is connected to a PBX  
system, caller information may not be  
received properly. Consult your PBX  
supplier.  
Changing group ringer tones  
If you select “No ringer ID”, the unit  
will use the external ringer tone you set  
on page 27 when calls from this group  
are received. The default is “No  
ringer ID”.  
Missed calls  
If a call is not answered, the unit treats  
the call as a missed call. The display  
shows “missed call”. This lets you  
know if you should view the caller list to  
see who called while you were out.  
1 {C} (left soft key) i {MENU}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Groupi {SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: Select a group. i  
{SELECT}  
Custom name display  
When the Caller ID number is received  
and it matches a phone number stored  
 
23  
         
Caller ID Service  
4 {V}/{^}: Select the current setting of  
the group ringer tone. i  
{SELECT}  
Editing a caller’s phone  
number before calling back  
You can edit a phone number in the  
caller list by removing its area code and/  
or the long distance code “1”.  
5 {V}/{^}: Select the desired ringer  
tone. i {SAVE} i {OFF}  
Changing group display colors  
If you select “No color ID”, the unit  
will use the display color you set on  
page 27 when calls from this group are  
received. The default is “No color  
ID”.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i x  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: Selectthe desireditem. i  
{EDIT}  
3 Press {EDIT} repeatedly until the  
phone number is shown in the  
desired format.  
1 {C} (left soft key) i {MENU}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Groupi {SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: Select a group. i  
{SELECT}  
1 Local phone number  
Ex:  
321-5555  
2 Area code – Local phone number  
Ex:  
555-321-5555  
4 {V}/{^}: Select the current setting of  
the group color. i {SELECT}  
3 1 – Area code – Local phone  
number  
5 {V}/{^}: Select the desired color. i  
{SAVE} i {OFF}  
Ex:  
1-555-321-5555  
4 {C}  
Caller ID number auto edit  
feature  
Caller list  
Once you call back an edited number,  
the unit will remember the Area Code  
and Format of the Edited Number. Next  
time when someone calls from the  
same Area Code, caller information will  
be customized by the unit as follows:  
– When the call is being received, the  
Caller ID number will be displayed in  
the same Format as the Edited  
Number.  
Viewing the caller list and  
calling back  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i x  
i {SELECT}  
2 Push the joystick down to search  
from the most recent call, or push the  
joystick up to search from the oldest  
call.  
– After the call is ended, the phone  
number of the caller, when reviewed  
from the Caller list, will be displayed in  
the same Format as the Edited  
Number.  
For example, you can use this feature to  
set the unit to ignore the area code of  
callers in your area code, so that you  
can call these local numbers using  
caller information without dialing the  
area code.  
3 To call back, press {C}.  
To exit, press {OFF}.  
Note:  
LIf the item has already been viewed or  
answered, “Q” is displayed, even if it  
was viewed or answered using  
another handset.  
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Caller ID Service  
To activate this feature, you must edit  
an item in the caller list, then call that  
number. After that, phone numbers from  
that caller’s area code are edited  
automatically.  
3 {SAVE}  
4 Edit the name if necessary (see the  
character table, page 19). i {OK}  
5 Edit the phone number if necessary.  
i {OK}  
This feature can be turned on or off  
(page 28).  
6 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group.  
i
{SELECT}  
7 {V}/{^}: Save  
OFF  
Note:  
i
{
SELECT  
}
i
LPhone numbers from the 4 most  
recently edited area codes are  
automatically edited.  
{
}
LIf you move to another area, you can  
turn this feature off to erase  
previously edited area codes. To use  
this feature again, turn it on and  
reprogram the area codes you want to  
edit once again.  
Erasing selected caller  
information  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i x  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired item.  
3 {ERASE}  
4 {V}/{^}: “Yesi {SELECT} i  
{OFF}  
Erasing all caller information  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i x  
i {SELECT}  
2 {ERASE}  
3 {V}/{^}: Yesi {SELECT}  
Storing caller information  
into the phonebook  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i x  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired item.  
LTo edit the number, press {EDIT}  
repeatedly until the phone number  
is shown in the desired format.  
 
25  
Programming  
Programmable settings  
You can customize the unit by programming the following features using the handset.  
Programming by scrolling through the display menus  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick)  
2 Select “Menu icon” by pushing the joystick in any direction. i {SELECT}  
3 Push the joystick up or down to select the desired item in the sub-menu. i  
{SELECT}  
LIn some cases, you may need to select from a second sub-menu. i  
{SELECT}  
4 Push the joystick up or down to select the desired setting then press {SAVE}.  
LThis step may vary depending on the feature being programmed.  
LTo exit the operation, press {OFF}.  
Note:  
LIn the following table, < > indicates the default setting.  
LThe current item or setting is highlighted on the display.  
Main menu  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Page  
View Caller ID  
x
24  
Display settings Wallpaper  
<Wallpaper1>  
M
Display color  
<Color1>  
Change language  
<English>  
14  
Contrast  
<Contrast3>  
Set date & time Date and time*1  
K
15  
28  
Alarm  
<Off>  
Time adjustment*1, *2  
<Caller ID[auto]>  
Answering device Play new msg.  
I
32  
32  
31  
Play all msg.  
Record greeting*1  
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Programming  
Main menu  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Page  
Answering device Answer on*1  
I
30  
Answer off*1  
<Answer on>  
Play greeting  
Erase message  
31  
Erase all*1  
Erase greeting*1  
Remote code*1  
32  
31  
34  
Settings  
<111>  
Ring count*1  
<4 rings>  
Recording time*1  
<3 min>  
Call screening*1  
<On>  
Voice prompt*1  
<English>  
35  
35  
35  
15  
Initial settings Ringer settings  
*
Ringer volume  
<Level 6>*3  
Ringer tone*4, *5, *6  
<Tone 1>  
Display settings  
Wallpaper  
<Wallpaper1>  
Display color  
<Color1>  
Change language  
<English>  
14  
Contrast  
<Contrast3>  
Registration  
Set tel line  
HS registration  
(Handset registration)  
38  
Deregistration  
Set dial mode*1  
38  
15  
<Tone>  
Set flash time  
17  
<700 ms>*1, *7  
 
27  
             
Programming  
Main menu  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Page  
Initial settings Other settings  
Key tone*8  
<On>  
*
Auto talk*9  
<Off>  
17  
24  
29  
Caller ID edit  
<On>  
Customer support  
+
*1 If you program these settings using one of the handsets, you do not need to  
program the same item using another handset.  
*2 This feature allows the unit to automatically adjust the date and time setting when  
caller information is received. To use this feature, set the date and time first.  
*3 When the ringer volume is turned off, ~ is displayed and the handset does not  
ring for outside calls.  
However even when the ringer volume is turned off, the handset rings:  
– at the minimum level for alarm and intercom calls  
– at the maximum level for paging  
*4 If you subscribe to a distinctive ring service (such as IDENTA-RING), select a tone  
(tone 1 to 5). If you select a melody, you cannot distinguish lines by their ringers.  
*5 The preset melodies in this product are used with permission of © 2006  
Copyrights Vision Inc.  
*6 If you select one of the melody ringer tones, the ringer tone will continue to sound  
for several seconds if the caller hangs up before you answer. You may hear a dial  
tone or no one on the line when you answer a call.  
*7 The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. Consult your  
PBX supplier if necessary. The setting should stay at “700 ms” unless pressing  
{FLASH} fails to pick up the call waiting call.  
*8 Turn this feature off if you prefer not to hear key tones while you are dialing or  
pressing any keys, including confirmation tones and error tones.  
*9 If you subscribe to Caller ID service and want to view the caller’s information after  
lifting up the handset to answer a call, turn off this feature.  
Alarm  
An alarm will sound at the set time for 3 minutes in two different alarm modes: Once  
or Daily. Set the date and time beforehand (page 15).  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i K i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Alarmi {SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: Select the desired alarm mode. i {SELECT}  
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Programming  
Off  
Turns alarm off. Press {SELECT} again, then press {OFF} to exit.  
Once  
The alarm sounds once at the set time. Enter the desired month  
and date.  
Daily  
An alarm sounds daily at the set time.  
4 Set the desired time. i {OK}  
5 {V}/{^}: Select the desired ringer tone. i {SELECT}  
L We recommend selecting a different ringer tone from outside call.  
6 {V}/{^}: “Savei {SELECT} i {OFF}  
LWhen the alarm is set, e is displayed.  
Note:  
LTo stop the alarm, press any dial key or place the handset on the base unit or  
charger.  
LWhen the handset is in use, the alarm will not sound until the handset is in standby  
mode.  
LIf you select “Once”, the setting will change to “Off” after the alarm sounds.  
Customer support  
The handset can display the Internet address where you can download the operating  
instructions or get further information for this product by using your computer.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i + i {SELECT}  
2 {OFF}  
 
29  
     
Answering System  
Answering system  
Turning the answering  
system on/off  
The answering system can answer and  
record calls for you when you are  
unavailable to answer the phone.  
Using the base unit  
Press {s} (ANSWER ON) to turn on/  
off the answering system.  
LWhen the answering system is turned  
on, the ANSWER ON indicator lights  
up.  
Important:  
LOnly 1 person can access the  
answering system (listen to  
messages, record a greeting  
message, etc.) at a time.  
LWhen callers leave messages, the  
unit records the day and time of each  
message. Make sure the date and  
time have been correctly set (page  
15).  
Using the handset  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Answer on” or “Answer  
offi {SELECT} i {OFF}  
Memory capacity  
The total recording capacity (including  
your greeting message and caller  
messages) is about 18 minutes. A  
maximum of 64 messages can be  
recorded.  
Call screening  
While a caller is leaving a message, you  
can listen to the call through the  
handset’s speaker.  
You can answer the call by pressing  
{C} on the handset.  
Note:  
LIf message memory becomes full:  
– “Messages full” is shown on the  
handset display  
– the Message indicator on the base  
unit flashes rapidly  
Note:  
LTo temporarily mute call screening on  
the handset, press {SILENCE}.  
To screen again in the call, push the  
joystick up accordingly.  
LWhen the message memory  
becomes full, the greeting message is  
different depending on your situation:  
– If you use the prerecorded greeting  
message, the unit automatically  
switches to another prerecorded  
greeting message asking callers to  
call again later.  
– If you recorded your own greeting  
message, the same message is still  
announced to callers even though  
their messages are not recorded.  
LTo turn this feature off, see page 35.  
Greeting message  
When the unit answers a call, callers  
are greeted by a greeting message. You  
can record your own greeting message  
or use a pre-recorded greeting  
message.  
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Answering System  
4 {V}/{^}: “Yesi {SELECT} i  
{OFF}  
Recording your greeting message  
You can record your own greeting message  
(2 minutes and 30 seconds max.).  
Listeningtomessages  
using the base unit  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Record greetingi  
{SELECT}  
When new messages have been  
recorded, the Message indicator on the  
base unit flashes.  
3 Hold the handset about 20 cm (8  
inches) away and speak clearly into  
the microphone.  
Press {6} (Message).  
LIf new messages have been  
recorded, the base unit plays back  
new messages.  
4 To stop recording, press {STOP}.  
5 {OFF}  
LIf there are no new messages, the  
base unit plays back all messages.  
Using a pre-recorded  
greeting message  
Note:  
If you erase or do not record your own  
greeting message, the unit plays a pre-  
recorded greeting message for callers  
and asks them to leave messages.  
LWhen the Message indicator on the  
base unit flashes rapidly, the  
message memory is full (“Memory  
capacity”, page 30).  
Playing back the greeting  
message  
Operating the answering system  
Key  
Operation  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
i {SELECT}  
{^} or {V}  
Adjust the speaker  
volume  
2 {V}/{^}: “Play greetingi  
{SELECT} i {OFF}  
(during playback)  
{7}  
Repeat message  
Note:  
(during playback)*1  
L
You can erase your own greeting message  
by pressing ERASE during playback.  
{8}  
Skip message  
(during playback)  
{
}
{} (STOP) Stop playback  
Erasing your greeting message  
If you erase your own greeting  
message, the unit will play a pre-  
recorded greeting message for callers.  
{4}  
Erase currently  
(ERASE)  
playing message  
*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds  
of a message, the previous  
message is played.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Erase messagei  
{SELECT}  
Erasing all messages  
Press {4} (ERASE) 2 times while the  
unit is not being used.  
3 {V}/{^}: “Erase greetingi  
{SELECT}  
 
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Answering System  
Operating the answering  
system  
You can also operate the answering  
system by pressing dial keys on the  
handset.  
Listeningtomessages  
using the handset  
When new messages have been  
recorded, “New message” is displayed.  
To use the following commands:  
{MENU} (center of joystick) i I i  
{SELECT}  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Play new msg.” or “Play  
Key  
Operation  
all msg.i {SELECT}  
Pushingthe Adjust the receiver/  
joystick up speaker volume  
3 When finished, press {OFF}.  
or down  
(during playback)  
Note:  
LTo switch to the receiver, press {C}.  
{1} or push Repeat message  
the joystick (during playback)*1  
left  
Calling back (Caller ID subscribers  
only)  
If caller information was received for the  
call, you can call the caller back while  
listening to a message.  
{2} or push Skip message  
the joystick (during playback)  
right  
{3}  
Enter the “Settings”  
menu  
1 Press {MENU} during playback.  
2 {V}/{^}: “Edit & Calli  
{4}  
Play new messages  
Play all messages  
{SELECT}  
{5}  
LPress {EDIT} repeatedly until the  
phone number is shown in the  
desired format.  
{6}  
Play greeting message  
{7}{6}  
Record greeting  
message  
3 {CALL}  
{8}  
Turn answering system  
on  
Erasing all messages  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
i {SELECT}  
{9}  
Stop (recording,  
playback)  
2 {V}/{^}: “Erase messagei  
{SELECT}  
{0}  
Turn answering system  
off  
3 {V}/{^}: “Erase alli  
{SELECT}  
{*}{4}*2  
Erase currently playing  
message  
4 {V}{^}: “Yesi {SELECT} i  
{OFF}  
{*}{5}  
Erase all messages  
{*}{6}  
Erase greeting  
message  
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Answering System  
Voice guidance  
*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds  
of a message, the previous  
message is played.  
When the English voice guidance is  
selected  
*2 You can also erase as follows:  
{ERASE} i {V}/{^}: “Yesi  
{SELECT}  
During remote operation, the unit’s  
voice guidance starts and prompts you  
to press {1} to perform a specific  
operation, or press {2} to listen to more  
available operations. Operations are  
presented by voice guidance in the  
following order:  
– Play back all messages  
– Play back new messages  
– Record a message  
Remote operation  
Using a touch-tone phone, you can call  
your phone number from outside and  
access the unit to listen to messages or  
change answering system settings. The  
unit’s voice guidance will prompt you to  
press certain dial keys to perform  
different operations.  
– Erase all messages  
– Record a greeting message  
Important:  
LIn order to operate the answering  
system remotely, you must first set a  
remote access code (page 34). This  
code must be entered each time you  
operate the answering system  
remotely.  
LIf you do not press any dial keys  
within 10 seconds after a voice  
guidance prompt, the unit  
disconnects your call.  
When the Spanish voice guidance is  
selected  
To start the voice guidance, press {9}.  
available remote commands (page 34).  
See the Spanish Quick Guide for  
details.  
Using the answering system  
remotely  
1 Dial your phone number from a  
touch-tone phone.  
2 After the greeting message starts,  
enter your remote access code  
(page 34).  
LThe unit announces the number of  
new messages.  
LThe voice guidance informs you of  
the available commands. The  
announcements are different  
depending on the voice guidance  
language setting (page 15).  
Note:  
LIf you do not press any dial keys  
within 10 seconds after a voice  
guidance prompt, the unit  
disconnects your call.  
Remote commands  
You can press dial keys to access  
certain answering system functions  
without waiting for the voice guidance to  
prompt you.  
3 Control the unit using remote  
commands (page 34).  
4 When finished, hang up.  
 
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Answering System  
1 Dial your phone number from a  
touch-tone phone.  
Key  
Operation  
{1}  
Repeat message  
2 Let the phone ring 15 times.  
LA long beep will be heard.  
(during playback)*1  
3 Enter your remote access code  
within 10 seconds after the long  
beep.  
LThe greeting message is played  
back.  
LYou can hang up, or enter your  
remote access code again and  
begin remote operation (page 33).  
{2}  
Skip message (during  
playback)  
{4}  
{5}  
{6}  
{7}  
Play new messages  
Play all messages  
Play greeting message  
Record greeting  
message  
{9}  
Stop recording  
Skipping the greeting  
Stop playback*2  
message to leave a message  
You can leave a message just as any  
outside caller can. Call your phone  
number. When the answering system  
picks up, press {*} to skip the greeting  
message and record your message  
after the beep.  
Start voice guidance*3  
{0}  
Turn answering system  
off  
{*}{4}  
Erase currently playing  
message  
{*}{5}  
Erase all messages  
{*}{6}  
Erase greeting  
message (during  
greeting message  
playback)  
Answering system  
settings  
{*}{#}  
End remote operation  
(or hang up)  
Remote access code  
A 3-digit remote access code must be  
entered when operating the answering  
system remotely. This code prevents  
unauthorized parties from listening to  
your messages remotely. The default  
setting is “111”.  
*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds  
of a message, the previous  
message is played.  
*2 For English voice guidance only  
LTo resume operation, enter a  
remote command within 3  
seconds, or the voice guidance  
starts.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Settingsi {SELECT}  
*3 For Spanish voice guidance only  
3 {V}/{^}: “Remote codei  
{SELECT}  
Turning on the answering  
4 Enter the desired 3-digit remote  
access code. i {SAVE} i  
{OFF}  
system remotely  
If the answering system is off, you can  
turn it on remotely.  
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Answering System  
If your service provider/telephone  
company cannot do this:  
Ring count  
You can change the number of times  
the phone rings before the unit answers  
calls. You can select 2 to 7 rings, or  
Toll saver”.  
– Set this unit’s “Ring count” setting  
so that this unit’s answering system  
answers calls before the Voice Mail  
service of your service provider/  
telephone company does. It is  
necessary to check the ring count  
required to activate the Voice Mail  
service provided by your service  
provider/telephone company before  
changing this setting.  
The default setting is “4 rings”.  
Toll saver”: The unit’s answering  
system answers at the end of 2nd ring  
when new messages have been  
recorded, or at the end of 4th ring when  
there are no new messages. If you call  
your phone from outside to listen to new  
messages (page 33), you will know that  
there are no new messages when the  
phone rings for the 3rd time. You can  
then hang up without being charged for  
the call.  
– Change the ring count of the Voice  
Mail service so that the answering  
system can answer the call first. To  
do so, consult your service  
provider/telephone company.  
Caller’s recording time  
You can change the maximum  
message recording time allotted to  
each caller. The default setting is  
3 min”.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Settingsi {SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: “Ring counti  
{SELECT}  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
4 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.  
5 {SAVE} i {OFF}  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Settingsi {SELECT}  
For Voice Mail service subscribers  
If you subscribe to a flat-rate service  
package that includes Caller ID, Call  
Waiting, Voice Mail, and unlimited local/  
regional/long distance calls, please  
note the following:  
3 {V}/{^}: “Recording timei  
{SELECT}  
4 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.  
5 {SAVE} i {OFF}  
Call screening  
LTo use the Voice Mail service  
provided by your service provider/  
telephone company rather than the  
unit’s answering system, turn off the  
answering system (page 30).  
You can set the call screening feature  
On” or “Off”. For details, see page 30.  
The default setting is “On”.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i I  
i {SELECT}  
LTo use this unit’s answering system  
rather than the Voice Mail service  
provided by your service provider/  
telephone company, please contact  
your service provider/telephone  
company to deactivate your Voice  
Mail service.  
2 {V}/{^}: “Settingsi {SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: “Call screeningi  
{SELECT}  
4 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.  
5 {SAVE} i {OFF}  
 
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Voice Mail Service  
Using Voice Mail  
service  
Voice Mail is an automatic answering  
service offered by your service provider/  
telephone company. After you  
subscribe to this service, the service  
provider/telephone company’s Voice  
Mail system will answer calls for you  
when you are unavailable to answer the  
phone or when your line is busy.  
Messages are recorded by the service  
provider/telephone company, not your  
telephone.  
Important:  
LTo use the Voice Mail service  
provided by your service provider/  
telephone company rather than the  
unit’s answering system, turn off the  
answering system (page 30). For  
details, see page 35.  
Voice Mail message indication  
When you have new messages, “New  
Voice Mail” is displayed on the  
handset.  
LIn order to listen to your Voice Mail  
messages, you must dial your service  
provider/telephone company’s Voice  
Mail access number.  
Note:  
LIf the handset still indicates there are  
new messages even after you have  
listened to new messages, turn it off  
by pressing and holding {CLEAR}  
until the handset beeps.  
LThe indication of “New Voice Mail”  
may not display properly depending  
on availability of your service  
provider/telephone company. Please  
contact your service provider/  
telephone company for details.  
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Multi-unit Operation  
Answering an intercom call  
Operating additional  
handsets  
1 Press {C} or {s} to answer the  
page.  
2 When you finish talking, press  
{OFF}.  
Additional handsets  
Up to 6 handsets can be registered to  
the base unit.  
Handset locator  
You can locate a misplaced handset by  
paging it.  
Important:  
LSee page 4 for information on the  
available model.  
1 Base unit:  
{x} (LOCATOR)  
LThe handset beeps for 1 minute.  
LAdditional handsets will give you the  
freedom to, for example, have an  
intercom call with another handset  
while a third handset is on an outside  
call.  
2 To stop paging:  
Base unit:  
Press {x} (LOCATOR).  
Handset:  
Press {OFF}.  
Intercom  
Intercom calls can be made between  
handsets.  
Transferring calls  
between handsets,  
conference calls  
Note:  
LIf you receive an outside call while  
talking on the intercom, you hear 2  
tones. To answer the call, press  
{OFF}, then press {C}.  
LWhen paging a unit for an intercom  
call, the paged unit beeps for 1  
minute.  
Outside calls can be transferred  
between 2 handsets. 2 handsets can  
have a conference call with an outside  
party.  
1 During an outside call, press  
{TRANSFER} to put the call on hold.  
Making an intercom call  
2 Select the handset you want to  
transfer to by pressing the desired  
handset number ({1} {6}).  
1 {INTERCOM}  
2 Select the handset you want to page  
by pressing the desired handset  
number ({1} {6}).  
3 Wait for the paged party to answer.  
LIf the paged party does not answer,  
press {C} to return to the outside  
call.  
LTo stop paging, press {OFF}.  
3 When you finish talking, press  
{OFF}.  
4 To complete the transfer:  
Press {OFF}.  
LThe outside call is being routed to  
the handset.  
 
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Multi-unit Operation  
To establish a conference call:  
Press {CONF}.  
Press and hold {x} (LOCATOR) for  
about 5 seconds, until the  
LTo leave the conference, press  
{OFF}. The other parties can  
continue the conversation.  
registration tone sounds.  
LIf all registered handsets start  
ringing, press {x} (LOCATOR) to  
stop, then repeat this step.  
LAfter pressing {x} (LOCATOR),  
the rest of this procedure must be  
completed within 1 minute and 30  
seconds.  
Answering transferred calls  
Press {C} to answer the page.  
LAfter the paging party disconnects,  
you can talk to the outside caller.  
5 Handset:  
Press {OK}, then wait until a long  
beep sounds and w stops flashing.  
LWhen the handset has been  
registered successfully, w will stop  
flashing. If the key tone is turned  
on (page 28), a confirmation tone  
will be heard.  
Transferring a call without speaking  
to the other handset user  
1 During an outside call, press  
{TRANSFER}. i Press the  
desired handset number.  
Lk flashes to indicate the outside  
call is on hold.  
2 {OFF}  
Deregistering a handset  
A handset can cancel its own  
registration (or the registration of  
another handset) that is stored in the  
base unit. This will allow the handset to  
end its wireless connection with the  
system.  
LThe outside call rings at the other  
handset.  
Note:  
LIf the other handset user does not  
answer the call within 1 minute, the  
call will ring at your handset again.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i *  
i {SELECT}  
Registering a handset  
to a base unit  
2 {V}/{^}: “Registrationi  
{SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: “Deregistrationi  
{SELECT}  
The supplied handset and base unit are  
pre-registered. If for some reason the  
handset is not registered to the base  
unit (for example, w flashes even when  
the handset is near the base unit),  
register the handset.  
4 {3}{3}{5} i {OK}  
LThe numbers of all handsets  
registered to the base unit are  
displayed.  
5 Select the handset(s) you want to  
cancel, by pressing the desired  
handset number ({1} {6}). i  
{OK}  
LThe selected handset number(s)  
flashes.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i *  
i {SELECT}  
2 {V}/{^}: “Registrationi  
{SELECT}  
3 {V}/{^}: “HS registrationi  
{SELECT}  
4 Base unit:  
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Multi-unit Operation  
LTo cancel a selected handset  
number, press the number again.  
The number stops flashing.  
6 {V}/{^}: “Yesi {SELECT}  
LA long beep will sound as each  
handset number disappears.  
7 After “Deregistered” is displayed,  
press {OFF}.  
 
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Useful Information  
Belt clip  
Headset (optional)  
You can hang the handset on your belt  
or pocket using the supplied belt clip.  
Connecting a headset to the handset  
allows hands-free phone  
conversations. We recommend using  
the Panasonic headset noted on page  
4.  
To attach the belt clip  
To remove the belt clip  
LHeadset shown is KX-TCA86.  
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Useful Information  
Error messages  
If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages is shown on the display.  
Display message  
Cause/solution  
Busy  
LThe called handset is in use.  
LThe handset you are calling is too far from the  
base unit.  
LThere is no handset registered to the base unit  
matching the extension number you entered.  
LOther units are in use and the system is busy. Try  
again later.  
Error!!  
Failed  
LRecording was too short. Try again.  
LPhonebook copy failed. Confirm the other  
handset (the receiver) is in standby mode and try  
again.  
Incomplete  
LThe receiver’s phonebook memory is full. Erase  
the unnecessary phonebook entries from the  
other handset (the receiver) and try again.  
Memory full  
LThe handset’s phonebook memory is full. Erase  
unnecessary entries (page 20).  
Messages full  
LMessage memory becomes full. Erase  
unnecessary messages (page 31).  
No items stored  
LYour phonebook, caller list or redial list is empty.  
No link to base.  
Moveclosertobase,  
try again.  
LThe handset has lost communication with the  
base unit. Move closer to the base unit and try  
again.  
LUnplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the  
unit. Reconnect the adaptor and try again.  
LThe handset’s registration may have been  
canceled. Re-register the handset (page 38).  
Please lift up and  
try again.  
LA handset button was pressed while the handset  
was on the base unit or charger. Lift the handset  
and press the button again.  
You must first  
subscribe to Caller  
ID.  
LYou must subscribe to Caller ID service. Once  
you receive caller information after subscribing to  
Caller ID service, this message will not be  
displayed.  
 
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Useful Information  
Troubleshooting  
If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect  
the base unit AC adaptor, then reconnect the base unit AC adaptor.  
General use  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The unit does not work.  
LMake sure the batteries are installed correctly  
and fully charged (page 12).  
LCheck the connections (page 11).  
LUnplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the  
unit. Reconnect the adaptor and try again.  
LThe handset has not been registered to the  
base unit. Register the handset (page 38).  
I cannot hear a dial tone.  
LThe base unit AC adaptor or telephone line cord  
is not connected. Check the connections.  
LIf you are using a splitter to connect the unit,  
remove the splitter and connect the unit to the  
wall socket directly. If the unit operates properly,  
check the splitter.  
LDisconnect the unit from the telephone line and  
connect a known working telephone. If the  
working telephone operates properly, contact  
our service personnel to have the unit repaired.  
If the working telephone does not operate  
properly, contact your service provider/  
telephone company.  
I do not know how to erase  
missed call” from the  
display.  
LThere are unviewed missed calls remaining.  
View them using the following method.  
1 {MENU} (center of joystick) i x i  
{SELECT}  
2 Push the joystick down to search from the most  
recent call, or push the joystick up to search  
from the oldest call.  
Programmable settings  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
I have changed the display  
language to a language I  
cannot read.  
LChange the display language (page 14).  
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Useful Information  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
I cannot program items.  
LProgramming is not possible while either the  
base unit or another handset is being used. Try  
again later.  
While programming, the  
handset starts to ring.  
LA call is being received. Answer the call and  
start again after hanging up.  
I cannot register a handset  
to a base unit.  
LThe maximum number of handsets (6) is already  
registered to the base unit. Cancel unused  
handset registrations from the base unit (page  
38).  
LPlace the handset and the base unit away from  
other electrical appliances.  
Battery recharge  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The batteries should be  
charging but the battery  
icon does not change.  
LClean the charge contacts and charge again  
(page 13).  
The handset beeps  
intermittently and/or )  
flashes.  
LFully charge the batteries (page 13).  
I fully charged the  
batteries, but ) still  
flashes.  
LClean the charge contacts and charge again  
(page 13).  
LIt is time to replace the batteries (page 12).  
I fully charged the  
LWipe the battery ends (S, T) and the unit  
batteries, but the operating  
time seems to be short.  
contacts with a dry cloth.  
The handset display is  
blank.  
LThe handset is in screen saver mode (page 14).  
Press {OFF} to activate the handset display  
again.  
LConfirm that the batteries are properly installed.  
LFully charge the batteries (page 13).  
 
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Useful Information  
Making/answering calls, intercom  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
w is flashing.  
LThe handset is not registered to the base unit.  
Register it (page 38).  
LThe handset is too far from the base unit. Move  
closer.  
LThe base unit AC adaptor is not connected.  
Check the connections.  
LYou are using the handset or base unit in an  
area with high electrical interference. Place the  
handset and base unit away from interference  
sources, such as antennas and mobile phones.  
w is displayed, but I  
cannot make a call.  
LThe handset and base unit could not  
communicate for some reason, such as  
interference from other electrical appliances.  
Perform the following:  
– Move the handset and base unit away from  
other electrical appliances.  
– Move closer to the base unit.  
Static is heard, sound cuts  
in and out. Interference  
from other electrical units.  
LPlace the handset and the base unit away from  
other electrical appliances.  
LMove closer to the base unit.  
LIf your unit is connected to a telephone line with  
DSL service, we recommend connecting a noise  
filter between the base unit and the telephone  
line jack. Contact your DSL provider for details.  
Noise is heard during a  
call.  
LYou are using the handset or base unit in an  
area with high electrical interference. Place the  
handset and base unit away from interference  
sources, such as antennas and mobile phones.  
The handset does not ring.  
I cannot make a call.  
LThe ringer volume is turned off. Adjust the ringer  
volume (page 27).  
LThe dialing mode may be set incorrectly.  
Change the setting (page 15).  
LAnother handset is in use or the answering  
system is being used. Wait and try again later.  
I cannot have a  
conversation using the  
headset.  
LMake sure that an optional headset is  
connected properly (page 40).  
I cannot make long  
distance calls.  
LMake sure that you have long distance service.  
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Useful Information  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
I cannot page the handset.  
LThe called handset is too far from the base unit.  
LThe called handset is in use. Try again later.  
Caller ID  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The handset does not  
display the caller’s name  
and/or phone number.  
LYou have not subscribed to Caller ID service.  
Contact your service provider/telephone  
company to subscribe.  
LIf your unit is connected to any additional  
telephone equipment such as a Caller ID box or  
cordless telephone line jack, disconnect the unit  
from the equipment and plug the unit directly  
into the wall jack.  
LIf your unit is connected to a telephone line with  
DSL service, we recommend connecting a noise  
filter between the base unit and the telephone  
line jack. Contact your DSL provider for details.  
LThe name display service may not be available  
in some areas. Contact your service provider/  
telephone company for details.  
LOther telephone equipment may be interfering  
with this unit. Disconnect the other equipment  
and try again.  
information (page 23).  
LIf a call is being transferred to you, the caller  
information is not displayed.  
LGenerally, caller information is displayed from  
the 2nd ring.  
The caller list/incoming  
phone numbers are not  
edited automatically.  
LThe Caller ID number auto edit feature is turned  
off. Turn it on and try again (page 28).  
LYou need to call back the edited number to  
activate Caller ID number auto edit.  
I cannot dial the phone  
number edited in the caller  
list.  
LThe phone number you dialed might have been  
edited incorrectly (for example, the long  
distance “1” or the area code is missing). Edit  
the phone number with another pattern (page  
24).  
Time on the unit is shifted.  
LIncorrect time information from incoming Caller  
ID changes the time. Set “Time adjustment”  
off.  
 
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Useful Information  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The 2nd caller’s  
information is not displayed  
during an outside call.  
LIn order to use Caller ID, Call Waiting, or Call  
Waiting Caller ID (CWID), you must first contact  
your service provider/telephone company and  
subscribe to the desired service.  
After subscribing, you may need to contact your  
service provider/telephone company again to  
activate this specific service, even if you already  
subscribed to both Caller ID and Call Waiting  
with Caller ID services (CWID).  
Answering system  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The unit does not record  
new messages.  
LThe answering system is off. Turn it on (page  
30).  
LThe message memory is full. Erase  
unnecessary messages (page 31).  
LIf you subscribe to the voice mail service,  
messages are recorded by your service  
provider/telephone company not your  
telephone. Change the unit’s “Ring count”  
setting or consult your service provider/  
telephone company (page 35).  
I cannot operate the  
answering system with the  
handset.  
LThe base unit or another handset is being used.  
Wait for the other user to finish.  
LA caller is leaving a message. Wait for the caller  
to finish.  
LThe handset is too far from the base unit. Move  
closer.  
When I try to operate the  
answering system with the  
base unit, the ANSWER  
ON indicator on the base  
unit flashes for a few  
seconds and I cannot  
operate the answering  
system.  
LAnother handset is being used. Wait for the  
other user to finish.  
LA caller is leaving a message. Wait for the caller  
to finish.  
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Problem  
Cause/solution  
I cannot operate the  
answering system  
remotely.  
LYou are entering the wrong remote access code.  
If you forget the remote access code, store a  
new remote access code again (page 34).  
LPress each key firmly.  
LThe answering system is turned off. Turn it on  
(page 34).  
LYou are using a rotary/pulse telephone. Try  
again using a touch-tone phone.  
Voice Mail  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
New Voice Mail” is not  
displayed on the handset  
even though I have new  
messages in my voice mail  
service.  
LYour service provider/telephone company  
needs to provide the signal for visual message  
waiting indicator. Consult your service provider/  
telephone company of your Voice Mail service.  
LIf you hear the “interrupted” dial tone, new  
messages are waiting. You can check if you  
have new messages by simply listening to the  
dial tone even if you cannot be provided the  
visual message waiting signal.  
LTo use the Voice Mail service provided by your  
service provider/telephone company rather than  
the unit’s answering system, turn off the  
answering system (page 30).  
 
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Useful Information  
FCC and other information  
This equipment complies with Part 68  
of the FCC rules and the requirements  
adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom  
of this equipment is a label that  
contains, among other information, a  
product identifier in the format  
US:ACJ----------.  
If requested, this number must be  
provided to the telephone company.  
L Registration No  
REN of 0.3).  
If this equipment causes harm to the  
telephone network, the telephone  
company will notify you in advance  
that temporary discontinuance of  
service may be required. But if  
advance notice isn’t practical, the  
telephone company will notify the  
customer as soon as possible. Also,  
you will be advised of your right to file  
a complaint with the FCC if you  
believe it is necessary.  
............(found on the bottom of the  
unit)  
L Ringer Equivalence No.  
(REN).......0.1B  
The telephone company may make  
changes in its facilities, equipment,  
operations or procedures that could  
affect the operation of the equipment.  
If this happens the telephone company  
will provide advance notice in order for  
you to make necessary modifications  
to maintain uninterrupted service.  
A plug and jack used to connect this  
equipment to the premises wiring and  
telephone network must comply with  
the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and  
requirements adopted by the ACTA. A  
compliant telephone cord and modular  
plug is provided with the product. It is  
designed to be connected to a  
compatible modular jack that is also  
compliant.  
If trouble is experienced with this  
equipment, for repair or warranty  
information, please contact a Factory  
Service Center or other Authorized  
Servicer. If the equipment is causing  
harm to the telephone network, the  
telephone company may request that  
you disconnect the equipment until the  
problem is resolved.  
The REN is used to determine the  
number of devices that may be  
connected to a telephone line.  
Excessive RENs on a telephone line  
may result in the devices not ringing in  
response to an incoming call. In most  
but not all areas, the sum of RENs  
should not exceed five (5.0). To be  
certain of the number of devices that  
may be connected to a line, as  
determined by the total RENs, contact  
the local telephone company. For  
products approved after July 23, 2001,  
the REN for the product is part of the  
product identifier that has the format  
US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits  
represented by ## are the REN  
Connection to party line service is  
subject to state tariffs. Contact the  
state public utility commission, public  
service commission or corporation  
commission for information.  
If your home has specially wired alarm  
equipment connected to the telephone  
line, ensure the installation of this  
equipment does not disable your alarm  
equipment. If you have questions  
without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a  
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about what will disable alarm  
equipment, consult your telephone  
company or a qualified installer.  
CAUTION:  
Any changes or modifications not  
expressly approved by the party  
responsible for compliance could void  
the user’s authority to operate this  
device.  
This equipment is hearing aid  
compatible as defined by the FCC in  
47 CFR Section 68.316.  
NOTE:  
When you hold the phone to your ear,  
noise might be heard in your Hearing  
Aid. Some Hearing Aids are not  
adequately shielded from external RF  
(radio frequency) energy. If noise  
occurs, use an optional headset  
accessory or the speakerphone option  
(if applicable) when using this phone.  
Consult with your audiologist or  
Hearing Aid manufacturer about the  
availability of Hearing Aids which  
provide adequate shielding to RF  
energy commonly emitted by digital  
devices.  
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. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can  
radiate radio frequency energy and, if  
not installed and used in accordance  
with the instructions, may cause  
harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not  
occur in a particular installation. If this  
equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the  
user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
– Reorient or relocate the receiving  
antenna.  
– Increase the separation between the  
equipment and receiver.  
– Connect the equipment into an outlet  
on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected.  
– Consult the dealer or an experienced  
radio/TV technician for help.  
WHEN PROGRAMMING  
EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND(OR)  
MAKING TEST CALLS TO  
EMERGENCY NUMBERS:  
1) Remain on the line and briefly  
explain to the dispatcher the reason  
for the call.  
2) Perform such activities in the off-  
peak hours, such as early morning  
or late evenings.  
This device complies with Part 15 of  
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to  
the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful  
interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
Some cordless telephones operate at  
frequencies that may cause  
interference to nearby TVs and VCRs.  
To minimize or prevent such  
Privacy of communications may not  
be ensured when using this phone.  
interference, the base of the cordless  
telephone should not be placed near  
or on top of a TV or VCR. If  
 
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interference is experienced, move the  
cordless telephone further away from  
the TV or VCR. This will often reduce,  
or eliminate, interference.  
Notice  
FCC RF Exposure Warning:  
L This product complies with FCC  
radiation exposure limits set forth for  
an uncontrolled environment.  
L To comply with FCC RF exposure  
requirements, the base unit must be  
installed and operated 20 cm (8  
inches) or more between the  
product and all person’s body  
(excluding extremities of hands,  
wrist and feet).  
L This product may not be collocated  
or operated in conjunction with any  
other antenna or transmitter.  
L The handset may be carried and  
operated with only the specific  
provided belt-clip. Other non-tested  
belt-clips or similar body-worn  
accessories may not comply and  
must be avoided.  
Notice  
L FCC ID can be found inside the  
battery compartment or on the  
bottom of the units.  
ENERGY STAR  
As an ENERGY STAR® Participant,  
Panasonic has determined that this  
product meets the ENERGY STAR  
guidelines for energy efficiency.  
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered  
mark.  
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(5 5/8 inches × 1 27 32 inches × 1 1/4  
/
inches)  
Specifications  
Charger*1: Approx. 46 mm × 77 mm ×  
87 mm  
Standard:  
(1 13/16 inches × 3 1/32 inches × 3 7/16  
inches)  
DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced  
Cordless Telecommunications 6.0)  
Number of channels:  
60 Duplex Channels  
Frequency range:  
1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz  
Duplex procedure:  
TDMA (Time Division Multiple  
Access)  
Mass (weight):  
Base unit: Approx. 190 g (0.42 lb.)  
Handset: Approx. 120 g (0.26 lb.)  
Charger*1: Approx. 70 g (0.15 lb.)  
*1 KX-TG8232  
Note:  
LDesign and specifications are subject  
to change without notice.  
LThe illustrations in these instructions  
may vary slightly from the actual  
product.  
Channel spacing:  
1,728 kHz  
Bit rate:  
1,152 kbit/s  
Modulation:  
GFSK (Gaussian Frequency Shift  
Keying)  
RF transmission power:  
Approx. 100 mW  
Voice coding:  
ADPCM 32 kbit/s  
Power source:  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
Power consumption:  
Base unit:  
Standby: Approx. 1.8 W  
Maximum: Approx. 5.0 W  
Charger*1:  
Standby: Approx. 0.7 W  
Maximum: Approx. 3.5 W  
Operating conditions:  
5 °C – 40 °C (41 °F – 104 °F),  
20 % – 80 % relative air humidity (dry)  
Dimensions:  
Base unit: Approx. 44 mm × 116 mm  
× 113 mm  
(1 23/32 inches × 4 9/16 inches ×  
4 7/16 inches)  
Handset: Approx. 143 mm × 47 mm ×  
32 mm  
 
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Customer services  
Customer Services Directory  
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest  
Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer  
Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, contact us via the web at:  
You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262),  
Monday - Friday 9 am to 9 pm; Saturday - Sunday 10 am to 7 pm, EST.  
TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-877-833-8855.  
Accessory Purchases  
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all  
Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, send your request by E-mail to:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)  
(Monday - Friday 9 am to 9 pm, EST.)  
Panasonic Service and Technology Company  
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032  
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and  
Personal Checks.)  
TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277.  
Service in Puerto Rico  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5,  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910  
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Warranty  
PANASONIC CONSUMER  
ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION  
OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF  
NORTH AMERICA  
PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.  
San Gabriel Industrial Park,  
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5,  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
One Panasonic Way,  
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Telephone Products  
Limited Warranty  
Limited Warranty Coverage  
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or  
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto  
Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the  
period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original  
purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product  
with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished  
product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.  
Parts  
Labor  
One (1) Year  
One (1) Year  
During the “Labor” Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor.  
During the “Parts” Limited Warranty period, there will be no charge for parts.  
You must mail-in your product prepaid during the Limited Warranty period. This  
Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries, antennas, and  
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This Limited Warranty only applies to products  
purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This Limited  
Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and only covers products  
purchased as new.  
Mail-In Service  
For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the  
product prepaid to:  
Panasonic Service and Technology Company, Exchange Center,  
4900 George McVay Drive, Suite B Door #12, McAllen, TX 78503  
When shipping the unit carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it  
prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include a  
letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a day time phone  
number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required  
under the 1 year parts and labor Limited Warranty.  
For Limited Warranty service for headsets if a headset is included with this  
product please call Panasonic at 1-800-332-5368.  
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300  
or fax (787)-768-2910.  
 
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IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD THE  
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES  
RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE,  
AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE  
CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH  
PROOF OF PURCHASE.  
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions  
This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or  
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic  
damage. The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which  
occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by  
the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect,  
bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-  
up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance,  
power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity  
or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or  
rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service  
Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of  
God.  
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER  
“LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE  
FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM  
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost  
time, lost calls or messages, cost of having someone remove or re-install an  
installed unit if applicable, travel to and from the servicer. The items listed are  
not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED  
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY,  
ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or  
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,  
so the exclusions may not apply to you.  
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have  
other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product  
develops during or after the Limited Warranty period, you may contact your  
dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then  
write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed  
for the warrantor.  
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED  
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.  
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Index  
I
Intercom: 37  
K
M
Index  
Missed calls: 23  
Mute: 17  
Power failure: 11  
A
Alarm: 28  
Answering calls: 16  
Answering system  
Erasing messages: 31, 32, 34  
Listening to messages: 31, 32, 33  
Remote operation: 33  
Settings: 34  
O
P
Turning on/off: 30, 32, 34  
Auto talk: 17  
B
C
Battery: 12, 13  
Belt clip: 40  
Call privacy: 17  
R
Remote code: 34  
Call screening: 30, 35  
Call share: 17  
Call Waiting: 17  
Call Waiting Caller ID: 23  
Caller ID edit: 24  
Caller ID number auto edit: 24  
Caller ID service: 23  
Caller list: 24  
Chain dial: 21  
Conference calls: 37  
Connections: 11  
S
T
SP-PHONE (Speakerphone): 16  
Time adjustment: 26  
Customer support: 29  
D
Daily alarm: 29  
Tone: 15, 17  
Date and time: 15  
Deregistration: 38  
Dialing mode: 15  
Display  
Color: 26, 27  
Contrast: 26, 27  
TTY: 4, 52  
Voice guidance: 33  
Voice guidance language: 15  
Voice Mail: 35, 36  
Volume  
V
Language: 14  
Wallpaper: 26, 27  
Error messages: 41  
Flash: 17  
Handset ringer: 27  
Receiver: 10, 16  
Speaker: 10, 16  
E
F
Flash time: 27  
W
Warranty: 53  
G
Greeting message: 30  
Group  
Display colors: 24  
Ringer tones: 23  
Handset locator: 37  
Headset, optional: 4, 40  
H
 
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If you need assistance with setup or operation  
3 Call us at: 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262)  
TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-877-833-8855.  
When you ship the product  
LCarefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton.  
LAttach a letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton.  
LSend the unit to Panasonic Service and Technology Company, Exchange Center,  
prepaid and adequately insured.  
LDo not send your unit to Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed below  
or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer  
products.  
We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference.  
Serial No.  
Date of purchase  
(found on the bottom of the base unit)  
Name and address of dealer  
Attach your purchase receipt here.  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,  
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5,  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
Copyright:  
This material is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd., and may be  
reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is  
prohibited without the written consent of Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.  
© 2007 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.  
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