Panasonic Answering Machine KX TG8162AL User Manual

Operating Instructions  
Digital Cordless Answering System  
Model No.  
KX-TG8162AL  
KX-TG8163AL  
Model shown is KX-TG8162.  
Before initial use, see “Getting Started”  
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Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for  
future reference.  
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Introduction  
Model composition  
Base unit  
Part No.  
Handset  
Series  
Model No.  
Part No.  
Quantity  
KX-TG8161  
series  
KX-TG8162  
KX-TG8163  
KX-TG8161  
KX-TG8161  
KX-TGA815  
KX-TGA815  
2
3
R The suffix (AL) in the following model numbers will be omitted in these instructions:  
KX-TG8162AL/KX-TG8163AL  
Accessory information  
Supplied accessories  
Quantity  
No.  
Accessory item/Part number  
KX-TG8162  
KX-TG8163  
A
B
C
D
E
F
AC adaptor/PNLV226AL  
2
1
4
2
2
1
3
1
6
3
3
2
*1  
Telephone line cord  
*2  
Rechargeable batteries  
*3  
Handset cover  
Belt clip  
Charger  
*1 The telephone line cord comes connected with the telephone plug.  
*2 See page 4 for replacement battery information.  
*3 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.  
A
B
C
D
E
F
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Introduction  
Additional/replacement accessories  
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.  
Accessory item  
Model number  
*1  
Rechargeable  
batteries  
HHR-4MVT/2B or HHR-4MRT/2B  
Battery type:  
– Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)  
– 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset  
RP-TCA400, RP-TCA430, KX-TCA89  
KX-A405AL  
Headset  
DECT repeater  
*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries.  
Expanding your phone system  
Handset (optional): KX-TGA815AZ  
You can expand your phone system by  
registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a  
single base unit.  
R Optional handsets may be a different  
colour from that of the supplied handsets.  
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Important Information  
R Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone  
line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or  
placed under heavy objects.  
For your safety  
R It is advised not to use the equipment at a  
refuelling point. Users are reminded to  
observe restrictions on the use of radio  
equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants  
or where blasting operations are in  
progress.  
To prevent severe injury and loss of life/  
property, read this section carefully before  
using the product to ensure proper and safe  
operation of your product.  
WARNING  
Operating safeguards  
Power connection  
R Unplug the product from power outlets  
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or  
aerosol cleaners.  
R Use only the power source marked on the  
product.  
R Do not overload power outlets and  
extension cords. This can result in the risk  
of fire or electric shock.  
R Completely insert the AC adaptor/power  
plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so  
may cause electric shock and/or excessive  
heat resulting in a fire.  
R Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the  
AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from  
the power outlet, then wiping with a dry  
cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an  
insulation defect from moisture, etc.  
resulting in a fire.  
R Do not disassemble the product.  
R Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers,  
etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or  
allow it to become wet at all. This may  
cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug  
becomes wet, immediately pull it from the  
telephone wall socket, and do not use.  
R The use of excessive sound volume  
through earphones, headphones, or  
headsets may cause hearing loss.  
R Do not place a handset on the base unit  
with the headset socket cover opened.  
R Unplug the product from power outlets if it  
emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes  
an unusual noise. These conditions can  
cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that  
smoke has stopped emitting and contact an  
authorised service centre.  
R Unplug from power outlets and never touch  
the inside of the product if its casing has  
been broken open.  
Medical  
R Consult the manufacturer of any personal  
medical devices, such as pacemakers or  
hearing aids, to determine if they are  
adequately shielded from external RF  
(radio frequency) energy. (The product  
operates in the frequency range of  
1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz, and the RF  
transmission power is 250 mW (max.).)  
R 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.  
R Never touch the plug with wet hands.  
Danger of electric shock exists.  
Installation  
R To prevent the risk of fire or electrical  
shock, do not expose the product to rain or  
any type of moisture.  
R Do 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.  
CAUTION  
Installation and location  
R Never install telephone wiring during an  
electrical storm.  
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Important Information  
R Never install telephone line socket in wet  
locations unless the socket is specifically  
designed for wet locations.  
R Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or  
terminals unless the telephone line has  
been disconnected at the network interface.  
R Use caution when installing or modifying  
telephone lines.  
R The AC adaptor is used as the main  
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC  
outlet is installed near the product and is  
easily accessible.  
R This product is unable to make calls when:  
– the handset batteries need recharging or  
have failed.  
R When a failure occurs which results in the  
internal parts becoming accessible,  
disconnect the power supply cord  
immediately and return this unit to an  
authorised service centre.  
R To minimise the possibility of lightning  
damage, when you know that a  
thunderstorm is coming, we recommend  
that you:  
– Unplug the telephone line cord from the  
phone socket.  
– Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC  
power outlet.  
R No “000” or other calls can be made from  
this device during a mains power failure.  
R The earpiece on the handset is magnetised  
and may retain small metallic objects.  
– there is a power failure.  
– the key lock feature is turned on.  
Battery  
R We recommend using the batteries noted  
on page 4. USE ONLY rechargeable  
Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.  
R Do not mix old and new batteries.  
R Do not open or mutilate the batteries.  
Released electrolyte from the batteries is  
corrosive and may cause burns or injury to  
the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and  
may be harmful if swallowed.  
R Exercise care when handling the batteries.  
Do not allow conductive materials such as  
rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the  
batteries, otherwise a short circuit may  
cause the batteries and/or the conductive  
material to overheat and cause burns.  
R Charge the batteries provided with or  
identified for use with this product only, in  
accordance with the instructions and  
limitations specified in this manual.  
R Only use a compatible base unit (or  
charger) to charge the batteries. Do not  
tamper with the base unit (or charger).  
Failure to follow these instructions may  
cause the batteries to swell or explode.  
Important safety  
instructions  
When using your product, basic safety  
precautions should always be followed to  
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and  
injury to persons, including the following:  
1. Do not use this product near water for  
example, near a bathtub, washbowl,  
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet  
basement or near a swimming pool.  
2. Avoid using a telephone (including a  
cordless type) during an electrical storm.  
There may be a remote risk of electric  
shock from lightning.  
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas  
leak in the vicinity of the leak.  
4. Use only the power cord and batteries  
indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of  
batteries in a fire. They may explode.  
Check with local codes for possible special  
disposal instructions.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
General notices  
R Please ensure that a separate telephone,  
not dependent on local power, is available  
for emergency use.  
R This equipment will be inoperable when  
mains power fails.  
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Important Information  
hills, tunnels, underground, near metal  
objects such as wire fences, etc.  
R Operating the product near electrical  
appliances may cause interference. Move  
away from the electrical appliances.  
For best performance  
Base unit location/avoiding noise  
The base unit and other compatible Panasonic  
units use radio waves to communicate with  
each other.  
R For maximum coverage and noise-free  
communications, place your base unit:  
– at a convenient, high, and central  
location with no obstructions between  
the handset and base unit in an indoor  
environment.  
Routine care  
R Wipe the outer surface of the product  
with a soft cloth.  
R Do not use benzine, thinner, or any  
abrasive powder.  
– away from electronic appliances such as  
TVs, radios, personal computers,  
wireless devices, or other phones.  
– facing away from radio frequency  
transmitters, such as external antennas  
of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid  
putting the base unit on a bay window or  
near a window.)  
R Coverage and voice quality depends on the  
local environmental conditions.  
R If the reception for a base unit location is  
not satisfactory, move the base unit to  
another location for better reception.  
Other information  
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is  
replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used  
batteries according to the instructions.  
Notice for product disposal, transfer,  
or return  
R This product can store your private/  
confidential information. To protect your  
privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that  
you erase information such as phonebook  
or caller list entries from the memory before  
you dispose of, transfer, or return the  
product.  
Environment  
R Keep the product away from electrical noise  
generating devices, such as fluorescent  
lamps and motors.  
Information on Disposal in other  
R The product should be kept free from  
excessive smoke, dust, high temperature,  
and vibration.  
Countries outside the European Union  
R The product should not be exposed to  
direct sunlight.  
R Do not place heavy objects on top of the  
product.  
R When you leave the product unused for a  
long period of time, unplug the product from  
the power outlet.  
R The product should be kept away from heat  
sources such as radiators, cookers, etc. It  
should not be placed in rooms where the  
temperature is less than 0 °C or greater  
than 40 °C. Damp basements should also  
be avoided.  
These symbols are only valid in the European  
Union. If you wish to discard these items,  
please contact your local authorities or dealer  
and ask for the correct method of disposal.  
Specifications  
R The maximum calling distance may be  
shortened when the product is used in the  
following places: Near obstacles such as  
R Standard:  
GAP (Generic Access Profile)  
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Important Information  
R Frequency range:  
1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz  
R RF transmission power:  
Approx. 10 mW (average power per  
channel)  
R Power source:  
220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
R Power consumption:  
Base unit:  
Standby: Approx. 0.48 W  
Maximum: Approx. 2.5 W  
Charger:  
Standby: Approx. 0.1 W  
Maximum: Approx. 1.8 W  
R Operating conditions:  
0 °C–40 °C, 20 %–80 % relative air  
humidity (dry)  
Note:  
R Design and specifications are subject to  
change without notice.  
R The illustrations in these instructions may  
vary slightly from the actual product.  
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Getting Started  
Battery installation  
Setting up  
R USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03)  
size.  
Connections  
R Use only the supplied Panasonic AC  
adaptor PNLV226AL.  
R Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd  
batteries.  
R Confirm correct polarities (  
,
).  
R When mounting the unit on a wall, see  
n Base unit  
Press plug firmly.  
“Click”  
Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY  
Hook  
To power outlet  
Use only the supplied  
telephone line cord.  
To socket  
“Click”  
R When the date and time setting is  
displayed, see page 14.  
DSL/ADSL filter*  
Correct  
Incorrect  
Battery charging  
Charge for about 7 hours.  
R When the batteries are fully charged,  
Fully chargedis displayed.  
Confirm Chargingis displayed.  
*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if  
you have DSL/ADSL service.  
n Charger  
Hooks  
To power outlet  
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Getting Started  
Panasonic Ni-MH battery  
Note when setting up  
performance (supplied batteries)  
Note for connections  
Operation  
Operating time  
R The AC adaptor must remain connected at  
all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel  
warm during use.)  
In continuous use  
12 hours max.  
Not in use (standby) 250 hours max.  
R The 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.  
Note:  
R It is normal for batteries not to reach full  
capacity at the initial charge. Maximum  
battery performance is reached after a few  
complete cycles of charge/discharge (use).  
R Actual battery performance depends on  
usage and ambient environment.  
R The unit is not designed to be used with  
rotary/pulse dialling services.  
R Even after the batteries are fully charged,  
the handset can be left on the base unit or  
charger without any ill effect on the  
batteries.  
R The battery level may not be displayed  
correctly after you replace the batteries. In  
this case, place the handset on the base  
unit or charger and let it charge for at least  
7 hours.  
Note for battery installation  
R Use the supplied rechargeable batteries.  
For replacement, we recommend using the  
Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on  
R Wipe the battery ends (  
,
) with a dry  
cloth.  
R Avoid touching the battery ends (  
,
) or  
the unit contacts.  
Note for battery charging  
R It is normal for the handset to feel warm  
during charging.  
R Clean the charge contacts of the handset,  
base unit, and charger with a soft and dry  
cloth once a month. Before cleaning the  
unit, disconnect from power outlets and any  
telephone line cords. Clean more often if  
the unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high  
humidity.  
Battery level  
Icon  
Battery level  
High  
Medium  
Low  
Needs charging.  
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Getting Started  
Dial keypad  
Receiver  
Controls  
Display  
Handset  
MR/ECON  
A
R: Recall/Flash  
ECO: Eco mode shortcut key  
N (Off/Power)  
H
I
M
Microphone  
Charge contacts  
n Control type  
Soft keys  
The handset features 3 soft keys. By  
pressing a soft key, you can select the  
feature shown directly above it on the  
display.  
B
C
D
J
K
E
Navigator key  
F
MDN, MCN, MFN, or MEN: Scroll through  
various lists and items.  
MDN or MCN: Adjust the receiver or  
speaker volume while talking.  
G
MFN ( : Caller list): View the caller list.  
MEN (T: Redial): View the redial list.  
R As all multiple items cannot be  
displayed on screen at the same time,  
you can quickly search the desired item  
to move screens by pressing MEN or  
MFN, instead of scrolling down or up line  
by line (page 16).  
L
M
A
B
Base unit  
A
B
C D E  
MSmart functionN (Top Key)  
Smart function indicator  
Secure grip  
R Secure grip offers support when you  
cradle the handset between your  
shoulder and ear.  
Speaker  
Headset socket  
M
M
N (Speakerphone)  
F
G
H
I
N (Talk)  
Charge contacts  
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Getting Started  
Speaker  
Item  
Meaning  
MnN (Stop)  
R When displayed next to the  
battery icon: Answering  
system is on. (page 37)  
R When displayed with a  
number:  
M
N (Erase)  
Message counter  
MjN/MkN (Volume up/down)  
New messages have been  
recorded. (page 38)  
M
M
N/M N (Repeat/Skip)  
N (Play)  
Greeting Onlyis  
selected as the caller’s  
recording time. In this case,  
the answering system  
answers calls with a greeting  
message and caller  
Message indicator  
M
M
N (Locator)  
N (Answer on)  
Answer on indicator  
messages are not recorded.  
Battery level  
Display  
Alarm is on. (page 29)  
Handset display items  
Equalizer is set. (page 18)  
Privacy mode is on.  
Item  
Meaning  
Range status: The more bars  
visible, the closer the handset  
is to the base unit.  
Ringer volume is off.  
Night mode is on. (page 30)  
Out of base unit range  
Paging, intercom mode  
*1  
Blocked call (page 31,  
Speakerphone is on.  
New voice mail message  
*2  
received. (page 43)  
The line is in use.  
R When flashing slowly: The  
call is put on hold.  
Line in  
use  
Someone is using the line.  
R When flashing rapidly: An  
incoming call is now being  
received.  
IN USE  
Answering system is being  
used by another handset or  
the base unit.  
*1  
Missed call (page 34)  
*1 Caller ID subscribers only  
*2 Voice mail subscribers only  
The base unit transmission  
power is set to Low.  
The key backlight is off.  
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Getting Started  
Icon  
Action  
Base unit display items  
Selects a character entry mode.  
Item  
Meaning  
Selects entries, categories, or  
handsets. (page 15, 29)  
- -  
Greeting Onlyis  
selected as the caller’s  
recording time. In this case,  
the answering system  
answers calls with a greeting  
message and caller  
Plays a message.  
Stops recording or playback.  
Stores phone numbers.  
messages are not recorded.  
Inserts a dialling pause.  
Erases the selected item or  
returns to the outside call.  
Handset soft key icons  
Switches display mode between  
single item and multiple items.  
Icon  
Action  
Returns to the previous screen or  
outside call.  
Allows you to make an intercom  
call. (page 44)  
Displays the menu.  
Accepts the current selection.  
Erases a number/character.  
Puts the call on mute.  
Displays a previously dialled  
phone number.  
Makes a call. (page 17)  
Handset main menu icons  
Temporarily turns off the ringer  
for incoming calls. (page 18)  
The following icons are shown when you  
press  
(middle soft key) in standby mode.  
Sets 24-hour or 12-hour clock  
format. (page 14)  
Icon  
Feature  
Caller List  
Answer System  
Switches the wallpaper to display  
with or without date and time.  
Display Setup  
Intercom  
Places a call on hold.  
Opens the phonebook.  
Ringer Setup  
Time Settings  
Initial Setup  
Allows you to edit phone  
numbers. (page 31, 35)  
Adds new entry. (page 21, 31)  
Top Key Setup  
Caller Barred  
Displays the phonebook search  
menu.  
Turns the key lock feature off.  
Stops alarm. (page 29)  
Screen saver mode  
The backlight goes dark when on a call or  
turns off completely after 1 minute of  
Snooze button on the alarm.  
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Getting Started  
inactivity if the handset is not on the base unit  
or charger.  
Activate the handset display again by:  
– pressing MFN or MEN when on a call.  
1
2
(middle soft key) #101  
Enter the current date, month, and year.  
a
Example: 15 July, 2012  
15 07 12  
– pressing M  
N at all other times.  
R You can select the date format by  
pressing #:  
– dd/mm/yy (date/month/year)  
– yy/mm/dd  
Turning the power on/off  
Power on  
3
Enter the current hour and minute.  
Example: 9:30  
09 30  
Press M  
N for about 1 second.  
R You can select 24-hour or 12-hour  
clock format (AMor PM) by  
Power off  
pressing  
.
Press M  
N for about 2 seconds.  
4
a M  
N
Note:  
R The date and time may be incorrect after a  
power failure. In this case, set the date and  
time again.  
Initial settings  
n Direct command code:  
Programmable settings can be accessed by  
pressing  
(middle soft key), # and  
then the corresponding code on the dial  
keypad (page 24).  
Smart function key (Top  
Key)  
The smart function key (Top Key) is located  
on the top of the handset and informs you with  
its flashing to allow you to activate the  
Example: Press  
#101.  
(middle soft key)  
n Symbol meaning:  
Example: MbN: Off”  
Press MCN or MDN to select the words in  
following features by simply pressing this key.  
quotations.  
n When the smart function indicator  
flashes rapidly, you can:  
– Answer the call (outside call, intercom).  
Display language  
– Stop the alarm sound. (page 29)  
– Stop paging. (page 44)  
1
2
(middle soft key) #110  
MbN: Select your desired language. a  
n When the smart function indicator  
flashes slowly in standby mode, you can:  
– Listen to new messages. (page 39)  
– View the caller list when there are  
missed calls. (page 35)  
3
M
N
Date and time  
To activate these features, their Top key  
setup must be “On”. (page 15)  
Important:  
R When you install the batteries for the first  
time, the handset may prompt you to set  
date and time. First press  
proceed to step 2.  
, then  
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Getting Started  
or charger, battery consumption is faster  
than usual.  
Using the smart function key  
(Top Key)  
When the smart function indicator flashes  
rapidly/slowly, press MSmart functionN.  
R The above features can be activated  
depending the situation.  
R If you answer a call using the smart  
function key, the speakerphone is activated.  
R Even if the handset is placed on the base  
unit or charger, the feature can be  
activated. You can talk or listen to new  
messages without lifting up the handset. If  
you want to perform further operations, lift  
up the handset.  
One touch eco mode  
The MR/ECON button on the handset enables  
you to activate the eco function with one touch.  
By activating eco mode, your unit can reduce  
the base unit transmission power by up to  
90 % in standby mode.  
You can turn on/off one touch eco mode by  
just pressing MR/ECON. The default setting is  
Normal.  
– When the one touch eco mode is on: Low”  
R When the unit has new messages and  
missed calls, the unit can be operated to  
play the new messages first and then show  
the missed calls.  
is temporarily displayed and  
on the handset display instead of  
– When the one touch eco mode is off:  
Normalis temporarily displayed and  
is shown  
.
Note:  
goes off from the handset display.  
R While key lock is on (page 18), incoming  
calls can be answered, but the following  
features are disabled even when the smart  
function indicator flashes slowly.  
– Listen to new messages. (page 39)  
– View the caller list when there are  
missed calls. (page 35)  
Note:  
R When there is another cordless phone  
nearby and it is in use, the base unit  
transmission power may not be reduced.  
R Activating one touch eco mode reduces the  
range of the base unit in standby mode.  
R If you set the repeater mode to On(page  
Setting the smart function key (Top  
Key Setup)  
– One touch eco mode is cancelled.  
Eco Setupis not shown in the  
display menu (page 27).  
The Top key setup for the following features  
must be “On”.  
New Message(Default: On)  
Missed Call(Default: Off)  
The settings can be set for each handset.  
Display mode  
You can select to display either a single item  
or multiple items on one screen at a time for  
the following features:  
– handset main menu icons in function menu  
– menu list, recorded message list,  
phonebook list, caller list, and redial list  
Select the desired setting:  
1
2
(middle soft key) #278  
MbN: Select the desired setting and press  
.
R “ ” is displayed next to the selected  
features.  
R To cancel a selected feature, press  
Multi Items: Multiple entries/all menu  
icons are shown on one screen at a time.  
Single Item: An entry/a menu icon is  
shown on one screen in large characters at  
a time.  
again. “ ” disappears.  
3
Note:  
a M  
N
R If the smart function indicator flashes when  
the handset is not placed on the base unit  
The default setting is Multi Items.  
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Getting Started  
Using soft key (Temporarily  
switching the display mode)  
You can temporarily switch the display mode  
by pressing  
shown when viewing the  
lists or selecting menu icons.  
Programming the display mode  
beforehand  
1
2
(middle soft key) #192  
MbN: Select the desired setting. a  
a M  
N
Note:  
R When in multiple items display mode, you  
can move screens by pressing MEN or MFN,  
without scrolling down or up through the list:  
– Press MEN to go to the next screen.  
– Press MFN to return to the previous  
screen.  
R When in multiple items display mode, you  
can switch the screen to confirm the  
detailed information by pressing  
.
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Making/Answering Calls  
When storing a calling card access number  
and/or PIN in the phonebook, a pause is also  
needed (page 22).  
Example: If you need to dial the line access  
number “0” when making outside calls with a  
PBX:  
Making calls  
1
Lift the handset and dial the phone  
number.  
R To correct a digit, press  
Press M N or  
When you finish talking, press M  
place the handset on the base unit or  
charger.  
.
1
2
0 a  
2
3
.
Dial the phone number. a M  
N
N or  
Note:  
R A 3 second pause is inserted each time  
is pressed.  
Using the speakerphone  
1
Dial the phone number and press M N.  
R Speak alternately with the other party.  
When you finish talking, press M N.  
Answering calls  
When a call is being received, the smart  
function indicator flashes rapidly.  
2
Note:  
1
Lift the handset and press M  
when the unit rings.  
R You can also answer the call by  
pressing any dial key from 0 to 9,  
N or M  
N
R For best performance, use the  
speakerphone in a quiet environment.  
R To switch back to the receiver, press M N/  
M
N.  
*, or #. (Any key answer feature)  
2
When you finish talking, press M  
place the handset on the base unit or  
charger.  
N or  
Adjusting the receiver or speaker  
volume  
Press MDN or MCN repeatedly while talking.  
Using the smart function key  
Making a call using the redial list  
When the smart function indicator flashes  
rapidly, press MSmart functionN.  
R You can answer the call even if the handset  
is placed on the base unit or charger  
The last 10 phone numbers dialled are stored  
in the redial list (each 24 digits max.).  
1
2
3
(right soft key) or MEN (T)  
MbN: Select the desired phone number.  
You can finish talking by pressing M  
N
M
N
without lifting up the handset.  
Erasing a number in the redial list  
Auto talk  
1
2
(right soft key) or MEN (T)  
You can answer calls simply by lifting the  
handset off the base unit or charger. You do  
MbN: Select the desired phone number.  
not need to press M  
N. To turn this feature  
a
on, see page 27.  
3
MbN: Yesa  
a M  
N
Adjusting the handset ringer volume  
Pause (for PBX/long distance service  
users)  
n While the handset is ringing for an  
incoming call:  
Press MDN or MCN repeatedly to select the  
desired volume.  
A pause is sometimes required when making  
calls using a PBX or long distance service.  
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Making/Answering Calls  
n Programming the volume beforehand:  
Recall/flash  
1
2
3
(middle soft key) #160  
MR/ECON allows you to use the special  
features of your host PBX such as transferring  
an extension call, or accessing optional  
telephone services.  
MbN: Select the desired volume.  
a M  
N
Note:  
Temporary handset ringer off  
R To change the recall/flash time, see  
While the handset is ringing for a call, you can  
turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing  
.
Handset equalizer  
This feature clarifies the voice of the person  
you are talking to, producing a more  
natural-sounding voice that is easier to hear  
and understand.  
Useful features during a  
call  
1
2
3
4
Press  
while talking.  
Hold  
MbN: Equalizera  
This feature allows you to put an outside call  
on hold.  
MbN: Select the desired setting.  
Press  
to exit.  
1
2
3
Press  
during an outside call.  
Note:  
MbN: Holda  
R When this feature is turned on,  
is  
To release hold, press M  
R Another handset user can take the call  
by pressing M N.  
N.  
displayed while talking.  
R Depending on the condition and quality of  
your telephone line, this feature may  
emphasise existing line noise. If it becomes  
difficult to hear, turn this feature off.  
R This feature is not available while using the  
speakerphone.  
Note:  
R If a call is kept on hold for more than 9  
minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound and  
the smart function indicator flashes rapidly.  
After 1 additional minute on hold, the call is  
disconnected.  
R If another phone is connected to the same  
line, you can also take the call by lifting its  
handset.  
Call share  
You can join an existing outside call.  
To join the conversation, press M  
N when  
the other handset is on an outside call.  
Note:  
Mute  
R To prevent other users from joining your  
conversations with outside callers, turn the  
privacy mode on (page 27).  
While mute is turned on, you can hear the  
other party, but the other party cannot hear  
you.  
1
Press  
R
during conversation.  
flashes.  
Key lock  
2
To return to the conversation, press  
again.  
The handset can be locked so that no calls or  
settings can be made. Incoming calls can be  
answered, but all other functions are disabled  
while key lock is on.  
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Making/Answering Calls  
To turn key lock on, press  
seconds.  
for about 3  
for about 3  
Panasonic Ni-MH battery  
performance (supplied batteries)  
during power back-up mode  
R
is displayed.  
R To turn key lock off, press  
When the batteries are fully charged,  
operating time of the handset in power  
back-up mode varies depending on usage.  
– Continuous use of the handset in power  
back-up mode: 2 hours max.  
seconds.  
Note:  
R Calls to emergency numbers cannot be  
made until key lock is turned off.  
– Continuous use of the handset other than a  
handset in power back-up mode: 3 hours  
max.  
– Not in use in power back-up mode: 3 hours  
max.  
Power back-up operation  
When a power failure occurs, the charged  
handset temporarily supplies power to the  
base unit (power back-up mode). This allows  
you to make and receive calls using a handset  
during a power failure. The base unit will not  
perform any other functions. You can program  
Power Failureand the default setting is  
Auto(page 28).  
Note:  
R Actual battery performance depends on  
usage and ambient environment.  
Making calls during a power  
failure  
Important:  
n When only 1 handset is registered:  
R If a handset is not placed on the base unit  
when a power failure occurs, Base no  
power Press eor Press eis  
1
Lift the handset and dial the phone  
number.  
2
Within 1 minute, place the handset on  
the base unit.  
displayed. After pressing M  
N on the  
handset, place it on the base unit to start  
power back-up mode.  
R Power back-up mode will not work if the  
battery level of the power supplying  
R Wait until speakerphone is turned  
on automatically and the call is  
made.  
3
When the other party answers the  
call, keep the handset on the base  
unit and talk using the speakerphone.  
handset is  
/
.
R Do not lift the power supplying handset  
from the base unit during power back-up  
mode.  
R Do not touch the handset’s charge contacts  
during power back-up mode.  
4
When you finish talking, press  
M
N.  
Note:  
R If the battery level is low, the unit will not  
work sufficiently during power back-up  
mode. In addition, in case handset battery  
power runs out, we recommend connecting  
a corded-type telephone (without AC  
adaptor) to the same telephone line or to  
the same telephone line socket using a  
telephone double adaptor.  
R Calls cannot be made during a power  
failure until key lock is turned off (page 18).  
R If Please wait for 1 minute.is  
displayed, please do not operate the unit  
until the message disappears.  
R In step 2, if you do not place the handset on  
the base unit within 1 minute, the power  
back-up mode turns off. In this case, press  
M
N on the handset and dial the phone  
number. Then try again from step 2.  
n When 2 or more handsets are registered:  
You should leave one handset on the base  
unit for supplying power, and use another  
handset for making calls. For the  
operation, please see “Making calls”,  
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Making/Answering Calls  
Note:  
R During a call with the handset placed on the  
base unit (power back-up mode), the call  
may be disconnected if you touch the  
handset. In such case, try to call back.  
R The range of the base unit is limited during  
a power failure. Please use the handset  
close to the base unit.  
Continuing a call during a power  
failure  
When a power failure occurs during an outside  
call, the unit informs you with a notification  
tone. You can continue to talk for about 1  
minute.  
n When only 1 handset is registered:  
If you want to continue the conversation,  
press M N and then place the handset on  
the base unit.  
n When 2 or more handsets are registered:  
If you want to continue the conversation,  
you should leave another handset on the  
base unit for supplying power.  
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Phonebook  
Finding and calling from a  
Handset phonebook  
phonebook entry  
The phonebook allows you to make calls  
without having to dial manually. You can add  
200 names and phone numbers, assign each  
phonebook entry to the desired category.  
Scrolling through all entries  
1
2
(left soft key)  
MbN: Select the desired entry.  
R You can scroll through the phonebook  
entry by pressing and holding MCN or  
MDN.  
Adding entries  
1
2
(left soft key) a  
3
M
N
Enter the party’s name (16 characters  
max.). a  
Searching by first character  
R You can change the character entry  
mode by pressing  
1
(left soft key)  
R Change the character entry mode if  
necessary:  
3
4
Enter the party’s phone number (24 digits  
max.). a  
a MbN: Character Seta  
MbN: Select the desired category. a  
2 times  
R To add other entries, repeat from step  
a MbN: Select the character  
entry mode. a  
2.  
2
Press the dial key (0 to 9, or #) which  
contains the character you are searching  
5
M
N
R Press the same dial key repeatedly to  
display the first entry corresponding to  
each character located on that dial key.  
R If there is no entry corresponding to  
the character you selected, the next  
entry is displayed.  
Categories  
Categories can help you find entries in the  
phonebook quickly and easily. When adding  
an entry to the phonebook, you can assign it  
to one of 9 categories. You can change the  
names of categories assigned for phonebook  
entries (“Friends”, “Family”, etc.) and then  
search for phonebook entries by category.  
The category ringer tone feature is available  
for Caller ID subscribers (page 34).  
3
4
MbN: Scroll through the phonebook if  
necessary.  
M
N
Searching by category  
1
2
3
(left soft key) a  
Changing category names  
MbN: Categorya  
1
2
3
4
5
(left soft key) a  
MbN: Select the desired category. a  
R If you select All, the unit ends the  
category search.  
MbN: Categorya  
MbN: Select the desired category. a  
MbN: Category Namea  
Edit the name (10 characters max.;  
4
5
MbN: Scroll through the phonebook if  
necessary.  
M
N
a M  
N
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Phonebook  
select this dial key, you can overwrite  
the previous assignment.  
Editing entries  
4
a M  
N
1
Find the desired entry (page 21). a  
Making a call using a speed dial key  
2
3
MbN: Edita  
1
Press and hold the desired speed dial key  
(1 to 9).  
Edit the name if necessary (16 characters  
max.; page 45). a  
R You can view other speed dial  
assignments by pressing MCN or MDN.  
4
5
Edit the phone number if necessary (24  
digits max.). a  
2
M
N
MbN: Select the desired category. a  
2 times a M  
N
Cancelling a speed dial assignment  
1
Press and hold the desired speed dial key  
(1 to 9). a  
Erasing entries  
Erasing an entry  
2
MbN: Yesa  
a M  
N
1
2
Find the desired entry (page 21).  
a MbN: Yesa a M  
Chain dial  
N
This feature allows you to dial phone numbers  
in the 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 phonebook,  
without having to dial manually.  
Erasing all entries  
1
2
3
4
(left soft key) a  
MbN: Erase Alla  
MbN: Yesa  
1
2
3
4
During an outside call, press  
MbN: Phonebooka  
.
MbN: Yesa  
a M  
N
MbN: Select the desired entry.  
Speed dial  
Press  
to dial the number.  
Note:  
Assigning an entry in the phonebook  
to a speed dial key  
R When storing a calling card access number  
and your PIN in the phonebook as one  
Dial keys 1 to 9 can each be used as a  
speed dial key, allowing you to dial a number  
from the phonebook by simply pressing a dial  
key.  
phonebook entry, press  
pauses after the number and PIN as  
necessary (page 17).  
to add  
1
Find the desired entry (page 21). a  
Copying phonebook  
entries  
2
3
MbN: Speed Diala  
MbN: Select the desired dial key number.  
a
R Where a dial key is already being used  
for speed dialling, “ ” is displayed  
next to the dial key number. If you  
You can copy phonebook entries between 2  
handsets.  
Note:  
R Category settings for phonebook entries  
are not copied.  
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Phonebook  
Copying an entry  
1
Find the desired entry (page 21). a  
2
3
MbN: Copya  
MbN: Select the handset you want to send  
the phonebook entry to. a  
R When an entry has been copied,  
Completedis displayed.  
R To continue copying another entry:  
MbN: Yesa  
a MbN: Select  
the desired entry. a  
4
M
N
Copying all entries  
1
2
3
(left soft key) a  
MbN: Copy Alla  
MbN: Select the handset you want to send  
the phonebook entry to. a  
R When all entries have been copied,  
Completedis displayed.  
4
M
N
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Programming  
Programmable settings  
You can customise the unit by programming the following features using the handset.  
To access the features, there are 2 methods.  
n Scrolling through the display menus  
1
2
3
4
(middle soft key)  
Press MCN, MDN, MEN, or MFN to select the desired main menu. a  
Press MCN or MDN to select the desired item from the next sub-menus. a  
Press MCN or MDN to select the desired setting. a  
R This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed.  
R To exit the operation, press M  
N.  
n Using the direct command code  
1
2
(middle soft key) a Enter the desired code.  
Example: Press (middle soft key) #101.  
Select the desired setting. a  
R This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed.  
R To exit the operation, press M N.  
Note:  
R In the following table, < > indicates the default settings.  
R In the following table, indicates the reference page number.  
R Display menu order and sub-menu may vary depending on your model.  
Display the menu tree and direct command code table  
Main menu:  
Operation  
Caller List”  
Code  
#213  
Viewing the caller list.  
Main menu:  
Answer System”  
Sub-menu 2  
Sub-menu 1  
Settings  
Code  
#329  
#323  
#324  
#325  
#302  
Message List  
Play New Msg.  
Play All Msg.  
*1  
Erase All Msg.  
Greeting  
*1  
Start REC  
(Record greeting)  
Play Greeting  
#303  
#304  
*1  
Default  
(Reset to pre-recorded  
greeting)  
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Programming  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Settings  
Code  
*1  
Settings  
2–9: 2-9 Rings  
5: <5 Rings>  
0: Auto  
#211  
Number of Rings  
*1  
1: 1 Minute  
#305  
Recording Time  
3: <3 Minutes>  
0: Greeting Only  
*2  
*1  
#306  
#310  
#327  
#328  
Remote Code  
Call Screening  
1: <On> 0: Off  
*1  
Answer On  
*1  
Answer Off  
Main menu:  
Sub-menu 1  
Display Setup”  
Sub-menu 2  
Settings  
Code  
#181  
#182  
*3  
<Wallpaper1>  
Wallpaper  
Display Colour  
Display Mode  
Key Backlight  
1: <Colour1>  
2: Colour2  
1: <Multi Items>  
0: Single Item  
#192  
1: <On> 0: Off  
#276  
#191  
*4  
1: <On> 0: Off  
LCD in charging  
(LCD backlight)  
Contrast  
1–6: Contrast 1-6 #145  
(Display contrast)  
<Contrast 3>  
Main menu:  
Operation  
Intercom”  
Code  
#274  
Paging the desired unit.  
Main menu: Ringer Setup”  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Settings  
Code  
#160  
Ringer Volume  
Handset  
0–6: Off–6 <6>  
0–6: Off–6 <3>  
<Ringtone 1>  
*1  
#G160  
#161  
Base Unit  
*5, *6  
Ringtone  
(Handset)  
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Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
On/Off  
Settings  
Code  
#238  
#237  
#239  
Night Mode  
1: On0: <Off>  
<23:00/06:00>  
Start/End  
Ring Delay  
1: 30 sec.  
2: <60 sec.>  
3: 90 sec.  
4: 120 sec.  
0: No Ringing  
Select Category  
1–9: Category 1-9 #241  
*1, *7  
1: <On> 0: Off  
#173  
First Ring  
Main menu:  
Time Settings”  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Settings  
Code  
#101  
#720  
*1  
Set Date/Time  
Memo Alarm  
1-5: Alarm1-5  
1: Once  
2: Daily  
3: Weekly  
0: <Off>  
*1, *8  
1: <Caller ID>  
#226  
Time Adjustment  
0: Manual  
Main menu:  
Sub-menu 1  
Initial Setup”  
Sub-menu 2  
Settings  
Code  
#160  
Ringer Setup  
Ringer Volume  
0–6: Off–6 <6>  
Handset  
Ringer Volume  
Base Unit  
0–6: Off–6 <3>  
<Ringtone 1>  
1: On0: <Off>  
<23:00/06:00>  
#G160  
#161  
#238  
#237  
#239  
*1  
*5, *6  
Ringtone  
(Handset)  
Night Mode  
On/Off  
Night Mode  
Start/End  
Night Mode  
1: 30 sec.  
Ring Delay  
2: <60 sec.>  
3: 90 sec.  
4: 120 sec.  
0: No Ringing  
Night Mode  
Select Category  
1–9: Category  
1-9  
#241  
#173  
*1, *7  
1: <On> 0: Off  
First Ring  
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Programming  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Settings  
Code  
*1  
Time Settings  
#101  
#720  
Set Date/Time  
Memo Alarm  
1: Once  
1-5: Alarm1-5  
2: Daily  
3: Weekly  
0: <Off>  
*1, *8  
1: <Caller ID>  
#226  
Time Adjustment  
0: Manual  
Handset Name  
Caller Barred  
Eco Setup  
#104  
#217  
#725  
*1  
*1  
1: <Normal>  
Transmission Power  
2: Low  
*3  
Display Setup  
<Wallpaper1>  
#181  
#182  
Wallpaper  
Display Colour  
Display Mode  
Key Backlight  
1: <Colour1>  
2: Colour2  
1: <Multi Items> #192  
0: Single Item  
1: <On> 0: Off  
#276  
#191  
*4  
1: <On> 0: Off  
LCD in charging  
(LCD backlight)  
Contrast  
(Display contrast)  
1–6: Contrast  
1-6  
#145  
<Contrast 3>  
Top Key Setup  
#278  
#165  
#255  
#256  
#200  
#121  
*9  
1: <On> 0: Off  
Keytones  
*1  
Area Code  
*1  
Call Restrict  
1: On0: <Off>  
Auto Talk  
*1, *11  
Line Setup  
0: 900 msec.  
1: 700 msec.  
2: 600 msec.  
3: 400 msec.  
4: 300 msec.  
5: 250 msec.  
G: 200 msec.  
#: 160 msec.  
6: 110 msec.  
7: <100 msec.>  
8: 90 msec.  
Recall/Flash  
9: 80 msec.  
*1, *12  
1: On0: <Off>  
#194  
Privacy Mode  
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Programming  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Settings  
<0000>  
Code  
#132  
#138  
#130  
#131  
#152  
#110  
*1  
Base Unit PIN  
Repeater Mode  
Register  
*1  
Register H.set  
Cancel Register  
1: On0: <Off>  
*2  
Power Failure  
Language  
1: <Auto> 0: Off  
<English>  
Display  
Main menu: Top Key Setup”  
Operation  
Code  
#278  
Customising the smart function key.  
*1  
Main menu:  
Operation  
Caller Barred”  
Code  
#217  
Storing/Viewing bar call numbers.  
*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 menu is not displayed when scrolling through the display menus. It is only available in  
direct command code.  
*3  
You can set the wallpaper to display with or without date and time by pressing  
default setting is with date and time displayed.  
. The  
*4 You can set the handset display backlight while on charge.  
On: Backlight is on (dimmed).  
Off: Backlight turns off after 10 seconds of charging.  
*5 The ringer tone may continue to play for several seconds even if the caller has already hung  
up. You may either hear a dial tone or no one on the line when you answer the call.  
*6 The preset melodies in this product are used with permission of © 2010 Copyrights Vision  
Inc.  
*7 If you do not want the unit to ring before the caller information is received, set to Off.  
(Caller ID subscribers only)  
You can only remove the first ring if the unit rings two times or more by default, which  
depends on your service provider/telephone company.  
*8 This feature allows the unit to automatically adjust the date and time each time caller  
information including date and time is received.  
To turn this feature on, select Caller ID. To turn this feature off, select Manual.  
(Caller ID subscribers only)  
To use this feature, set the date and time first (page 14).  
*9 Turn this feature off if you prefer not to hear key tones while you are dialling or pressing any  
keys, including confirmation tones and error tones.  
*10 If you subscribe to a Caller ID service and want to view the caller’s information after lifting up  
the handset to answer a call, turn off this feature.  
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*11 The recall/flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. Contact your PBX  
supplier if necessary.  
You can access your service provider/telephone company “call waiting” service by having  
the recall/flash time set at 100 msec., and then follow your service provider/telephone  
company “call waiting” instructions to operate this service.  
*12 To prevent other users from joining your conversations with outside callers, turn this feature  
on.  
n Weekly:  
MbN: Select the desired day of the  
Special programming  
week and press  
. a  
5
6
Set the desired time. a  
Alarm  
Enter a text memo (30 characters max.;  
An alarm sounds at the set time for 1 minute  
and is repeated 5 times at 5 minute intervals  
(snooze function). A text memo can also be  
displayed for the alarm. A total of 5 separate  
alarm times can be programmed for each  
handset. You can set one of 3 different alarm  
options (once, daily, or weekly) for each alarm  
time.  
7
MbN: Select the desired alarm tone. a  
R We recommend selecting a different  
ringer tone from the one used for  
outside calls.  
8
9
MbN: Select the desired snooze setting.  
a
Important:  
R Set the date and time beforehand  
a M  
N
R When the alarm is set,  
is displayed.  
1
2
(middle soft key) #720  
Note:  
Select an alarm by pressing 1 to 5. a  
R Press  
to stop the alarm completely.  
R When the handset is in use, the alarm will  
not sound until the handset is in standby  
mode.  
3
MbN: Select the desired alarm option. a  
R Press any dial key, MSmart functionN, or  
to stop the sound but keep the  
snooze function activated.  
Off”  
Turns alarm off. Go to step 9.  
R If you want to make an outside call when  
the snooze function is activated, please  
stop the snooze function before making the  
call.  
Once”  
An alarm sounds once at the set time.  
Daily”  
An alarm sounds daily at the set time.  
Go to step 5.  
Night mode  
Weekly”  
Night mode allows you to select a period of  
time during which the handset will not ring for  
outside calls. This feature is useful for time  
periods when you do not want to be disturbed,  
for example, while sleeping. Night mode can  
be set for each handset.  
Alarm sounds weekly at the set time(s).  
4
Proceed with the operation according to  
your selection in step 3.  
n Once:  
Using the phonebook’s category feature  
(page 21), you can also select categories of  
Enter the desired date and month. a  
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Programming  
callers whose calls override night mode and  
ring the handset (Caller ID subscribers only).  
Note:  
R When the answering system answers the  
call, this feature does not work.  
Important:  
R Set the date and time beforehand  
R We recommend turning the base unit ringer  
off (page 26) in addition to turning the night  
mode on.  
Selecting categories to bypass night  
mode  
1
2
(middle soft key) #241  
R If you have set the alarm, the alarm sounds  
even if the night mode is turned on.  
Select your desired categories by  
pressing 1 to 9.  
R “ ” is displayed next to the selected  
category numbers.  
R To cancel a selected category, press  
Turning night mode on/off  
1
2
(middle soft key) #238  
the same dial key again. “  
disappears.  
MbN: Select the desired setting. a  
R If you select Off, press M  
exit.  
3
a M  
N
N to  
3
Enter the desired hour and minute you  
wish to start this feature. a  
Changing the handset name  
Each handset can be given a customised  
name (“Bob”, “Kitchen”, etc.). This is useful  
when you make intercom calls between  
handsets. You can also select whether or not  
the handset name is displayed in standby  
mode. The default setting is No. If you select  
Yeswithout entering any handset name,  
Handset 1to Handset 6is displayed.  
R You can select 24-hour or 12-hour  
clock format (AMor PM) by  
pressing  
.
4
5
Enter the desired hour and minute you  
wish to end this feature. a  
M
N
R When the night mode is set,  
is  
1
2
(middle soft key) #104  
displayed.  
Enter the desired name (max. 10  
characters; page 45).  
Changing the start and end time  
R If not required, go to step 3.  
1
2
(middle soft key) #237  
3
4
Continue from step 3, Turning night  
MbN: Select the desired setting. a  
times  
2
5
M
N
Setting the ring delay  
This setting allows the handset to ring during  
night mode if the caller waits long enough.  
After the selected amount of time passes, the  
handset rings. If you select No Ringing,  
the handset never rings during night mode.  
Incoming call barring (Caller ID  
subscribers only)  
This feature allows the unit to reject calls from  
specified phone numbers that you do not want  
to answer such as junk calls.  
When a call is received, the unit does not ring  
while the caller is being identified. If the phone  
number matches an entry in the call barred  
list, the unit sends out a busy tone to the  
caller, and then disconnects the call.  
1
2
(middle soft key) #239  
MbN: Select the desired setting. a  
a M  
N
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Programming  
Storing an area code to be  
Important:  
R When the unit receives a call from a  
number that is stored in the call barred list,  
the call is logged in the caller list  
(page 35) with  
disconnected.  
deleted automatically  
In some situations, phone numbers stored  
automatically in the caller list (page 35) will  
include area codes. If you do not want to dial  
the area code when making calls from the  
caller list, you can store the area code which  
you want the unit to delete automatically.  
Example: You have stored the area code  
“123”. If you make a call from the caller list to  
the phone number “123-456-7890”, the unit  
dials “456-7890”.  
after the call is  
Storing unwanted callers  
You can store up to 30 phone numbers in the  
call barred list.  
Important:  
R You must store the phone number with an  
area code in the call barred list.  
1
2
(middle soft key) #255  
Enter an area code (5 digits max.). a  
n From the caller list:  
a M  
N
1
2
MFN (  
)
MbN: Select the entry to be barred. a  
Setting call restriction  
a
You can restrict selected handsets from  
dialling certain numbers. You can assign up to  
6 phone numbers to be restricted, and select  
which handsets are to be restricted. Storing  
area codes here prevents the restricted  
handsets from dialling any phone number in  
that area code.  
3
4
MbN: Caller Barreda  
MbN: Yesa  
a M  
N
n By entering phone numbers:  
1
(middle soft key) #217 a  
2
Enter the phone number (24 digits  
max.). a  
1
2
(middle soft key) #256  
Enter the base unit PIN (default: 0000).  
R If you forget your PIN, contact an  
authorised service centre.  
R To erase a digit, press  
.
3
M
N
3
Select the handsets to be restricted by  
pressing 1 to 6.  
R All handsets registered to the base unit  
are displayed.  
R “ ” is displayed next to the selected  
handset numbers.  
R To cancel a selected handset, press  
Viewing/editing/erasing bar call  
numbers  
1
2
(middle soft key) #217  
MbN: Select the desired entry.  
R To exit, press M  
N.  
the same dial key again. “  
disappears.  
3
To edit a number:  
a Edit the phone number. a  
4
5
a M  
N
Select a memory location by pressing 1  
to 6. a  
To erase a number:  
a MbN: Yesa  
a M  
N
6
Enter the phone number or area code to  
Note:  
R When editing, press the desired dial key to  
add, to erase.  
be restricted (8 digits max.). a  
a
M
N
R To erase a restricted number, press  
.
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Programming  
R If all registered handsets start ringing,  
press M N again to stop, then repeat  
this step.  
R The next step must be completed  
within 90 seconds.  
Changing the base unit PIN  
(Personal Identification Number)  
Important:  
R If you change the PIN, please make note of  
your new PIN. The unit will not reveal the  
PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, contact  
an authorised service centre.  
3
Handset:  
a Wait until Base PINis  
displayed. a Enter the base unit PIN  
(default: 0000). a  
R If you forget your PIN, contact an  
authorised service centre.  
1
2
(middle soft key) #132  
Enter the current 4-digit base unit PIN  
(default: 0000).  
R When the handset has been registered  
successfully,  
is displayed.  
3
Enter the new 4-digit base unit PIN. a  
Note:  
a M  
N
R While registering, Base in  
registeringis displayed on all  
registered handsets.  
R When you purchase an additional handset,  
refer to the additional handset’s installation  
manual for registration.  
Registering a unit  
Operating additional units  
Additional handsets  
Deregistering a handset  
Up to 6 handsets can be registered to the  
base unit.  
A handset can cancel its own registration to  
the base unit, or other handsets registered to  
the same base unit. This allows the handset to  
end its wireless connection with the system.  
Important:  
R The additional handset model  
recommended for use with this unit is noted  
on page 4. If another handset model is  
used, certain operations (handset settings,  
base unit settings, etc.) may not be  
available.  
1
(middle soft key) #131  
R All handsets registered to the base unit  
are displayed.  
2
3
MbN: Select the handset you want to  
cancel. a  
MbN: Yesa  
Registering a handset to the  
base unit  
The supplied handset and base unit are  
pre-registered. If for some reason the handset  
is not registered to the base unit (for example,  
is displayed even when the handset is  
R A confirmation tone sounds.  
R The handset does not beep when  
cancelling its own registration.  
4
M
N
Increasing the range of the base  
unit  
You can increase the signal range of the base  
unit by using a DECT repeater. Please use  
only the Panasonic DECT repeater noted on  
page 4. Contact your Panasonic dealer for  
details.  
near the base unit), re-register the handset.  
1
Handset:  
(middle soft key) #130  
2
Base unit:  
Press and hold M N for about 5 seconds,  
until the registration tone sounds.  
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Programming  
Important:  
R Before registering the repeater to this base  
unit, you must turn the repeater mode on.  
R Do not use more than one repeater at a  
time.  
Setting the repeater mode  
1
2
(middle soft key) #138  
MbN: Select the desired setting. a  
a M  
N
Note:  
R After turning the repeater mode on or off,  
is displayed on the handset  
momentarily. This is normal and the  
handset can be used once  
is displayed.  
Registering the DECT repeater  
(KX-A405AL) to the base unit  
Note:  
R Please use a repeater that has not yet been  
registered to another unit. If the repeater is  
registered to another unit, deregister it first,  
referring to the Installation Guide for the  
DECT repeater.  
1
Base unit:  
Press and hold M N for about 5 seconds,  
until the registration tone sounds.  
R The next step must be completed  
within 90 seconds.  
2
3
DECT repeater:  
Connect the AC adaptor, then wait until  
the  
indicator and  
indicator light  
green.  
Base unit:  
To exit the registration mode, press M N.  
R The registration tone stops.  
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Caller ID Service  
Phonebook name display  
Using Caller ID service  
Important:  
When caller information is received and it  
matches a phone number stored in the  
phonebook, the stored name in the  
phonebook is displayed and logged in the  
caller list.  
R This unit is Caller ID compatible. To use  
Caller ID features (such as displaying caller  
phone numbers), you must subscribe to a  
Caller ID service. Contact your service  
provider/telephone company for details.  
Call waiting and Caller ID  
compatible  
If you subscribe to Caller ID service, your  
handset displays the 2nd caller’s information  
while talking. After you hear a call waiting  
tone, the caller’s phone number will be  
displayed.  
You can answer the 2nd call, keeping the 1st  
call on hold. Follow your service provider/  
telephone company instructions using  
MR/ECON. (Recall/flash function)  
R If the phone number is stored in the  
phonebook with its name, the caller’s name  
will also be displayed.  
Caller ID features  
When an outside call is being received, the  
caller’s phone number is displayed.  
Caller information for the last 50 callers is  
logged in the caller list from the most recent  
call to the oldest.  
R If the unit cannot receive caller information,  
the following is displayed:  
Out of Area: The caller dials from  
an area which does not provide a Caller  
ID service.  
Private Caller: The caller  
requests not to send caller information.  
R If the unit is connected to a PBX system,  
caller information may not be properly  
received. Contact your PBX supplier.  
R Please contact your service provider/  
telephone company for details and  
availability in your area.  
For Caller ID Type II users  
Missed calls  
When you receive a 2nd call during a  
conversation, you will hear a signal tone  
following the call waiting tone and the  
conversation will be interrupted or muted  
for a short period of time. This is not a fault  
of the product as these events are normal.  
R The tones are generated by your service  
provider/telephone company.  
If a call is not answered, the unit treats it as a  
missed call and  
know if you should view the caller list to see  
who called while you were away.  
Even if only one missed call in the caller list is  
viewed (page 35),  
display. When you receive another new call,  
is displayed again.  
is displayed. This lets you  
disappears from the  
Note:  
Category ringer tone  
R Even when there are unviewed missed  
calls,  
This feature can help you identify who is  
calling by using different ringer tones for  
different categories of callers. When adding an  
entry to the phonebook, you can assign it to  
the desired category (page 21). When a call is  
received from a caller assigned to a category,  
the ringer you selected for that category rings  
after caller information is displayed.  
disappears from the standby  
display if the following operation is  
performed by one of the registered  
handsets:  
– Being replaced on the base unit or  
charger.  
– Pressing M  
N.  
If you select Default Ringer, the unit  
uses the ringer tone you selected on page 26  
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Caller ID Service  
when calls from this category are received.  
The default setting is Default Ringer.  
Using the smart function key  
When  
is displayed and the smart function  
1
2
3
4
(left soft key) a  
indicator flashes slowly, there are missed calls.  
Press MSmart functionN in step 1 on “Viewing  
R Missed Callmust be set to “On” in  
Top key setup (page 15).  
R If the handset is placed on the base unit or  
charger, you need to lift up the handset to  
view the caller list after pressing MSmart  
functionN.  
R When the unit has new messages and  
missed calls, the unit can be operated to  
play the new messages first and then show  
the missed calls.  
MbN: Categorya  
MbN: Select the desired category. a  
MbN: Select the current setting of the  
category ringer tone. a  
5
6
MbN: Select the desired ringer tone. a  
M
N
Caller list  
Important:  
Editing a caller’s phone number  
before calling back  
R Only 1 person can access the caller list at a  
time.  
R Make sure the unit’s date and time setting  
is correct (page 14).  
1
2
3
MFN (  
)
MbN: Select the desired entry. a  
a Edit the number.  
Viewing the caller list and calling  
back  
R Press dial key (0 to 9) to add,  
to delete.  
4
M
N
1
2
MFN (  
)
Press MCN to search from the most recent  
call, or press MDN to search from the  
oldest call.  
Erasing selected caller  
information  
R You can see the detailed information  
1
2
3
MFN (  
)
about the caller by pressing  
when in multiple display mode.  
MbN: Select the desired entry.  
3
To call back, press M  
N.  
a MbN: Yesa  
a M  
N
N
To exit, press M  
N.  
Note:  
Erasing all caller information  
R If the entry has already been viewed or  
answered, “ ” is displayed, even if it was  
viewed or answered using another handset.  
R If the call matches an entry in the call  
1
2
MFN (  
)
a MbN: Yesa  
a M  
barred list, the number is logged with  
Storing caller information to the  
phonebook  
R If you do not want to dial the area code  
when making calls from the caller list, you  
can store the area code which you want the  
unit to delete automatically (page 31).  
1
2
MFN (  
)
MbN: Select the desired entry. a  
a
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Caller ID Service  
3
4
MbN: Phonebooka  
To store the name, continue from step 2,  
36  
 
Answering System  
Answering system  
The answering system can answer and record  
calls for you when you are unavailable to  
answer the phone.  
You can also set the unit to play a greeting  
message but not to record caller messages by  
selecting Greeting Onlyas the recording  
time setting (page 41).  
Turning the answering  
system on/off  
The answering system is preset to on.  
Base unit  
Press M  
N to turn on/off the answering  
system.  
R When the answering system is turned on:  
– The answer on indicator lights up.  
– The message counter displays the total  
number of messages (old and new).  
Important:  
R Only 1 person can access the answering  
system (listen to messages, record a  
greeting message, etc.) at a time.  
R When callers leave messages, the unit  
records the day and time of each message.  
Make sure the date and time have been set  
correctly (page 14).  
Handset  
1
To turn on:  
(middle soft key) #327  
To turn off:  
(middle soft key) #328  
Memory capacity (including your  
greeting message)  
2
Note:  
M
N
The total recording capacity is about 30  
minutes. A maximum of 64 messages can be  
recorded.  
R When the answering system is turned on,  
is displayed next to the battery icon.  
Note:  
Call screening  
While a caller is leaving a message, you can  
listen to the call through the handset’s  
R When message memory becomes full:  
Messages Fullis shown on the  
handset display.  
speaker. To adjust the speaker volume, press  
MDN or MCN repeatedly. You can answer the call  
– The answer on indicator on the base unit  
flashes rapidly if the answering system is  
turned on.  
by pressing M  
N on the handset. Call  
– The message counter on the base unit  
flashes if the answering system is turned  
on.  
screening can be set for each handset. The  
default setting is On.  
1
2
(middle soft key) #310  
and the total number of new  
MbN: Select the desired setting. a  
messages are not displayed on the  
handset even if the answering system is  
turned on.  
a M  
N
– If you use the pre-recorded greeting  
message, the unit automatically switches  
to another pre-recorded 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.  
Greeting message  
When the unit answers a call, a greeting  
message is played to callers.  
You can use either:  
– your own greeting message  
– a pre-recorded greeting message  
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Answering System  
Recording your greeting message  
Listening to messages  
using the base unit  
1
2
3
(middle soft key) #302  
MbN: Yesa  
When new messages have been recorded,  
After a beep sounds, hold the handset  
about 20 cm away and speak clearly into  
the microphone (2 minutes and 30  
seconds max.).  
M
N on the base unit flashes.  
Press M N.  
R If new messages have been recorded, the  
base unit plays back new messages.  
R If there are no new messages, the base  
unit plays back all messages.  
4
5
Press  
to stop recording.  
M
N
Operating the answering system  
during playback  
Using a pre-recorded greeting  
message  
Key  
Operation  
The unit provides 2 pre-recorded greeting  
messages:  
– If you erase or do not record your own  
greeting message, the unit plays a  
pre-recorded greeting asking callers to  
leave a message.  
– If the message recording time (page 41)  
is set to Greeting Only, callers’  
messages are not recorded and the unit  
plays a different pre-recorded greeting  
message asking callers to call again.  
MjN or MkN  
Adjust the speaker volume  
*1  
M
N
N
Repeat message  
M
Skip message  
Stop playback  
MnN  
Erase currently playing  
message  
M
N
*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a  
message, the previous message is  
played.  
Resetting to a pre-recorded greeting  
message  
Erasing all messages  
If you want to use a pre-recorded greeting  
message once you record your own greeting  
message, you need to erase your own  
greeting message.  
Press M N 2 times while the unit is not in use.  
1
2
(middle soft key) #304  
a M  
Listening to messages  
using the handset  
N
When new messages have been recorded,  
is displayed on the handset with the total  
number of new messages.  
Playing back the greeting  
message  
1
To listen to new messages:  
(middle soft key) #323  
To listen to all messages:  
(middle soft key) #324  
1
2
(middle soft key) #303  
M
N
2
When finished, press M  
N.  
Note:  
R To switch to the receiver, press M  
N.  
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Answering System  
Key  
6
Operation  
Using the smart function key  
Play greeting message  
Record greeting message  
Turn answering system on  
When  
is displayed and the smart function  
76  
8
indicator flashes slowly, there are new  
messages.  
Press MSmart functionN in step 1 on  
R New Messagemust be set to “On” in  
Top key setup (page 15).  
*3  
Pause message  
Stop recording  
Stop playback  
9 or  
0
Turn answering system off  
*4  
Erase currently playing  
message  
*4  
Listening to messages from the  
message list  
*5  
*6  
Erase all messages  
You can select the item to play back.  
Reset to a pre-recorded  
greeting message  
1
2
(middle soft key) #329  
MbN: Select the desired item from the  
message list. a  
*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a  
message, the previous message is  
played except when playing back from  
the message list.  
*2 When you play a message from the  
message list, the unit stops message  
playback and the display goes back to the  
message list.  
R You can erase the selected message  
as follows:  
a MbN: Yesa  
3
When finished, press M  
N.  
Note:  
R If the item has already been heard, “ ” is  
displayed, even if it was heard using  
another handset.  
R Messageis displayed in the message list  
if the unit cannot receive caller information.  
*3 To resume playback:  
MbN: Playa  
*4 You can also erase as follows:  
a MbN: Yesa  
Calling back (Caller ID  
subscribers only)  
Operating the answering system  
(middle soft key) a  
a
If caller information is received for the call, you  
can call the caller back while listening to a  
message.  
Key  
Operation  
MDN or MCN  
Adjust the receiver or  
speaker volume  
(during playback)  
1
2
Press  
during playback.  
MbN: Call Backa  
1 or MFN  
2 or MEN  
3
Repeat message  
(during playback)  
*1  
Editingthe numberbeforecallingback  
Skip message  
(during playback)  
1
2
3
Press  
MbN: Edit & Calla  
Edit the number. a M  
during playback.  
*2  
Enter the Settings”  
menu  
N
4
5
Play new messages  
Play all messages  
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Answering System  
4
When finished, hang up.  
Erasing all messages  
1
2
(middle soft key) #325  
MbN: Yesa a M  
Voice guidance  
N
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.  
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 prompts you to press certain dial  
keys to perform different operations.  
Note:  
R If 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.  
Remote access code  
A 3-digit remote access code must be entered  
when operating the answering system  
remotely. This code prevents unauthorised  
parties from listening to your messages  
remotely.  
Key  
Operation  
1
Repeat message  
(during playback)  
*1  
Important:  
2
Skip message  
(during playback)  
R In order to operate the answering system  
remotely, you must first set a remote  
access code.  
4
5
6
7
9
Play new messages  
Play all messages  
1
2
(middle soft key) #306  
Play greeting message  
Record greeting message  
To turn on remote operation, enter the  
desired 3-digit remote access code.  
Stop recording  
Stop playback  
3
a M  
N
0
Turn answering system off  
Erase currently playing message  
Erase all messages  
Deactivating remote operation  
*4  
*5  
*6  
Press * in step 2 on “Remote access code”  
R The entered remote access code is deleted.  
Reset to a pre-recorded greeting  
message (during greeting  
message playback)  
Using the answering system  
remotely  
*#  
End remote operation  
(or hang up)  
1
2
3
Dial your phone number from a  
touch-tone phone.  
*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a  
message, the previous message is  
played.  
After the greeting message starts, enter  
your remote access code.  
Follow the voice guidance prompts as  
necessary or control the unit using  
remote commands (page 40).  
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Answering System  
(page 43). You will need to first subscribe  
or activate this service through your service  
provider/telephone company. Contact your  
service provider/telephone company on  
how to operate this service and how you  
will be notified that you have messages on  
your voice mail.  
To use this service you will be required to  
leave your answering machine off on your  
unit.  
Turning on the answering system  
remotely  
If the answering system is off, you can turn it  
on remotely.  
1
2
3
Dial your phone number from a  
touch-tone phone.  
Let the phone ring 15 times.  
R A long beep is heard.  
This will allow the voice mail to receive any  
messages.  
Enter your remote access code within 10  
seconds after the long beep.  
R To use the unit’s answering machine rather  
than the voice mail service provided by  
your service provider/telephone company,  
please contact your service provider/  
telephone company to have it removed or  
deactivated permanently or temporarily.  
Alternatively you can leave this service  
connected and change the Number of  
Ringsto a shorter duration on your unit  
so your unit’s answering machine can pick  
up the call prior to the voice mail provided  
by your service provider/telephone  
company.  
R The greeting message is played back.  
R You can either hang up, or enter your  
remote access code again and begin  
remote operation (page 40).  
Answering system settings  
Number of rings before the unit  
answers a call  
You can change the number of times the  
phone rings Number of Ringsbefore the  
unit answers a call. You can select 2 to 9  
rings, or Auto.  
Caller’s recording time  
You can change the maximum message  
recording time allowed for each caller. The  
default setting is 3 Minutes.  
The default setting is 5 Rings.  
Auto: The unit’s answering system answers  
at the end of the 2nd ring when new  
1
2
(middle soft key) #305  
messages have been recorded, or at the end  
of the 5th ring when there are no new  
messages. If you call your phone from outside  
to listen to new messages (page 40), you  
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.  
MbN: Select the desired setting. a  
a M  
N
Selecting “Greeting Only”  
You can select Greeting Onlywhich sets  
the unit to announce a greeting message to  
callers but not record messages.  
Select Greeting Onlyin step 2 on  
1
2
(middle soft key) #211  
MbN: Select the desired setting. a  
a M  
N
Note:  
For service provider voice mail  
subscribers  
R When you select Greeting Only:  
– If you do not record your own message,  
the unit will play the pre-recorded  
greeting-only message asking callers to  
call again later.  
To receive voice mail and use the answering  
system properly, please note the following:  
R “Voice mail” is a service provided by your  
service provider/telephone company  
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Answering System  
– If you use your own message, record the  
greeting-only message asking callers to  
call again later (page 38).  
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Voice Mail Service  
Voice mail service  
Voice mail is an automatic answering service  
offered by your service provider/telephone  
company. After you subscribe to this service,  
your service provider/telephone company’s  
voice mail system answers calls for you when  
you are unavailable to answer the phone or  
when your line is busy. Messages are  
recorded by your service provider/telephone  
company, not your telephone.  
When you have new messages,  
is  
displayed on the handset if message  
indication service is available. Please contact  
your service provider/telephone company for  
details of this service.  
Important:  
R If  
still remains on the display even after  
you have listened to new messages, turn it  
off by pressing and holding # for 2  
seconds.  
R To 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 37).  
For details, see page 41.  
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Intercom/Locator  
Intercom  
Transferring calls,  
conference calls  
Outside calls can be transferred or a  
conference call with an outside party can be  
made between 2 handsets.  
Intercom calls can be made between  
handsets.  
Note:  
R When paging the handset, the paged  
handset beeps for 1 minute.  
R If you receive an outside call while talking  
on the intercom, you hear 2 tones. To  
1
During an outside call, press  
the call on hold.  
to put  
2
3
MbN: Select the desired unit. a  
answer the call, press M  
N.  
N, then press  
Wait for the paged party to answer.  
R If the paged party does not answer,  
M
press  
To complete the transfer:  
Press M N.  
R The outside call is being routed to the  
destination unit.  
To establish a conference call:  
a MbN: Conferencea  
R To leave the conference, press  
to return to the outside call.  
Making an intercom call  
4
1
2
(middle soft key) a  
MbN: Select the desired unit. a  
R To stop paging, press M  
N.  
3
When you finish talking, press M  
N.  
M
N. The other 2 parties can  
Answering an intercom call  
continue the conversation.  
R To put the outside call on hold:  
a MbN: Holda  
1
2
Press M  
N to answer the page.  
When you finish talking, press M  
N.  
To resume the conference:  
MbN: Conferencea  
a
Using the smart function key  
Note:  
R If you want to return to the outside call after  
Press MSmart functionN to answer the page.  
the paged party answers, press  
.
Handset locator  
You can locate a misplaced handset by  
paging it.  
Answering a transferred call  
Press M  
N to answer the page.  
1
Base unit: Press M N.  
R All registered handsets beep for 1  
minute.  
Using the smart function key  
Press MSmart functionN to answer the page.  
2
To stop paging:  
Base unit: Press M N.  
Handset: Press M  
N.  
Using the smart function key  
You can also stop paging by pressing MSmart  
functionN.  
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Useful Information  
Character entry  
The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters  
assigned to it. The characters that can be entered depend on the character entry mode  
– Press MFN or MEN to move the cursor left or right.  
– Press dial keys to enter characters and numbers.  
– Press  
erase all characters or numbers.  
– Press * (Aaa) to switch between uppercase and lowercase.  
to erase the character or number highlighted by the cursor. Press and hold  
to  
– To enter another character located on the same dial key, press MEN to move the cursor to the  
next space, then press the appropriate dial key.  
– If you do not press any dial key within 5 seconds after entering a character, the character is  
fixed and the cursor moves to the next space.  
Character entry modes  
The available character entry modes are Alphabet (ABC), Numeric (0-9), Greek (  
),  
Extended 1 ( ), Extended 2 ( ), and Cyrillic ( ). When in these entry modes except  
Numeric, you can select which character is entered by pressing a dial key repeatedly.  
When the unit displays the character entry screen:  
a MbN: Select a character entry mode. a  
Note:  
R
in the following tables represents a single space.  
Alphabet character table (ABC)  
1
2 3  
4
5 6 7  
8
9 y  
z
Numeric entry table (0-9)  
z
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 y  
Greek character table (  
)
z
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 y  
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Useful Information  
Extended 1 character table (  
)
z
1
2 3  
4
5 6  
7
8
9 y  
R The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase:  
Extended 2 character table (  
)
z
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 y  
R The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase:  
Cyrillic character table (  
)
z
y
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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Useful Information  
Error messages  
Display message  
Cause/solution  
Base no power  
or  
R The handset has lost communication with the base unit. Move  
closer to the base unit and try again.  
No link to base.  
Reconnect main base  
AC adaptor.  
R Unplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the unit. Reconnect  
the adaptor and try again.  
R The handset’s registration may have been cancelled.  
Re-register the handset (page 32).  
or  
No link.  
R When No link.is displayed during a power failure, place  
a handset on the base unit to supply power to the base unit.  
Check Phone Line  
R The supplied telephone line cord has not been connected yet  
or not connected properly. Check the connections (page 9).  
Error  
R Recording was too short. Try again.  
Failed  
R Phonebook copy failed (page 22). Confirm the other handset  
(the receiver) is in standby mode and try again.  
Incomplete  
Memory Full  
R The receiver’s phonebook memory is full. Erase the unwanted  
phonebook entries from the other handset (the receiver) and  
try again.  
R The phonebook memory is full. Erase unwanted entries  
R Message memory is full. Erase unwanted messages (page 38,  
R The call barred list memory is full. Erase unwanted entries  
Use rechargeable  
battery.  
R A wrong type of battery such as Alkaline or Manganese was  
inserted. Use only the rechargeable Ni-MH batteries noted on  
You must first  
subscribe to Caller  
ID.  
R You must subscribe to a Caller ID service. Once you receive  
caller information after subscribing to a 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’s  
AC adaptor and turn off the handset, then reconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor and turn on the  
handset.  
General use  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The handset does not  
turn on even after  
installing charged  
batteries.  
R Place the handset on the base unit or charger to turn on the  
handset.  
The unit does not work.  
R Make sure the batteries are installed correctly (page 9).  
R Fully charge the batteries (page 9).  
R Check the connections (page 9).  
R Unplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the unit and turn off  
the handset. Reconnect the adaptor, turn on the handset and  
try again.  
R The handset has not been registered to the base unit. Register  
the handset (page 32).  
The handset display is  
blank or dark.  
R The handset is in screen saver mode (page 13). Activate the  
handset display again by:  
– pressing MFN or MEN when on a call.  
– pressing M  
N at all other times.  
R LCD in chargingis set to Offwhile on charge. Change  
the setting (page 27).  
R The handset is not turned on. Turn the power on (page 14).  
I cannot hear a dial tone. R Make sure that you are using the supplied telephone line cord.  
Your old telephone line cord may have a different wiring  
configuration.  
R The base unit’s AC adaptor or telephone line cord is not  
connected. Check the connections.  
R Disconnect the base unit from the telephone line and connect  
the line to 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 cannot use the smart  
function key even if the  
smart function indicator is  
flashing slowly.  
R Another unit is in use. Wait and try again later.  
R The key lock feature is turned on. Turn it off (page 18).  
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Useful Information  
Programmable settings  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The display is in a  
R Change the display language (page 14).  
language I cannot read.  
I cannot activate the eco  
mode.  
R You cannot set eco mode when you set the repeater mode  
On. If required, set the repeater mode to Off(page 33).  
I cannot register a  
handset to a base unit.  
R The maximum number of handsets (6) is already registered to  
the base unit. Cancel unused handset registrations from the  
base unit (page 32).  
R You entered the wrong PIN. If you forget your PIN, contact an  
authorised service centre.  
Battery recharge  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The handset beeps and/  
R Battery charge is low. Fully charge the batteries (page 9).  
or  
flashes.  
I fully charged the  
batteries, but  
R Clean the battery ends (  
dry cloth and charge again.  
R It is time to replace the batteries (page 9).  
,
) and the charge contacts with a  
still flashes or  
– the operating time  
seems to be shorter.  
Making/answering calls, intercom  
Problem  
is displayed.  
Cause/solution  
R The handset is too far from the base unit. Move closer.  
R The base unit’s AC adaptor is not properly connected.  
Reconnect AC adaptor to the base unit.  
R The handset is not registered to the base unit. Register it  
R Activating one touch eco mode reduces the range of the base  
unit in standby mode. If required, turn eco mode off (page 15).  
Noise is heard, sound  
cuts in and out.  
R You are using the handset or base unit in an area with high  
electrical interference. Re-position the base unit and use the  
handset away from sources of interference.  
R Move closer to the base unit.  
R If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommend connecting a  
filter (contact your DSL/ADSL service provider) to the telephone  
line between the base unit and the telephone line socket.  
Contact your DSL/ADSL provider for details.  
Sound quality seems to  
be getting worse.  
R You have registered a handset that is not recommended  
(page 4). The clearest sound quality is only possible by  
registering the recommended handset.  
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Useful Information  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The handset does not  
ring.  
R The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust ringer volume (page 17).  
R Night mode is turned on. Turn it off (page 30).  
The base unit does not  
ring.  
R The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust ringer volume (page 26).  
I cannot make a call.  
R You dialled a call restricted number (page 31).  
R The key lock feature is turned on. Turn it off (page 18).  
R The unit is not designed to be used with rotary/pulse dialling  
services.  
Caller ID  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
Caller information is not  
displayed.  
R You must subscribe to a Caller ID service. Contact your service  
provider/telephone company for details.  
R If your unit is connected to any additional telephone equipment,  
remove and plug the unit directly into the wall socket.  
R If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommend connecting a  
filter (contact your DSL/ADSL service provider) to the telephone  
line between the base unit and the telephone line socket.  
Contact your DSL/ADSL provider for details.  
R Other telephone equipment may be interfering with this unit.  
Disconnect the other equipment and try again.  
Caller information is slow R Depending on your service provider/telephone company, the  
to display.  
unit may display the caller’s information at the 2nd ring or later.  
Set the first ring to Off(page 26).  
R Move closer to the base unit.  
Time on the unit has  
shifted.  
R Incorrect time information from incoming Caller ID changes the  
time. Set the time adjustment to Manual(off) (page 26).  
Answering system  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
The unit does not record  
new messages.  
R The answering system is turned off. Turn it on (page 37).  
R The message memory is full. Erase unwanted messages  
R The recording time is set to Greeting Only. Change the  
setting (page 41).  
R If you subscribe to a voice mail service, messages are recorded  
by your service provider/telephone company, not your  
telephone. Change the unit’s number of rings setting or contact  
your service provider/telephone company (page 41).  
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Useful Information  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
I cannot operate the  
answering system  
remotely.  
R The remote access code is not set. Set the remote access code  
R You are entering the wrong remote access code. If you have  
forgotten your remote access code, enter the remote access  
code setting to check your current code (page 40).  
R The answering system is turned off. Turn it on (page 41).  
Liquid damage  
Problem  
Cause/solution  
Liquid or other form of  
moisture has entered the  
handset/base unit.  
R Disconnect the AC adaptor and telephone line cord from the  
base unit. Remove the batteries from the handset and leave to  
dry for at least 3 days. After the handset/base unit are  
completely dry, reconnect the AC adaptor and telephone line  
cord. Insert the batteries and charge fully before use. If the unit  
does not work properly, contact an authorised service centre.  
Caution:  
R To avoid permanent damage, do not use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process.  
Belt clip  
n To attach  
n To remove  
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Useful Information  
Wall mounting  
Note:  
R Make sure that the wall and the fixing method are strong enough to support the weight of the  
unit.  
R Drive the screws (not supplied) into the wall.  
n Base unit  
n Charger  
25 mm  
Screws  
49 mm  
Screws  
Hooks  
Hook  
Wall mounting template  
n Base unit  
n Charger  
25 mm  
49 mm  
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Index  
Registration: 32  
Hold: 18  
Incoming call barring: 30  
Index  
I
Intercom: 44  
A
Additional handsets: 32  
K
M
Key lock: 18  
Keytones: 27  
Making calls: 17  
Missed calls: 34  
Mute: 18  
Night mode: 29  
Pause: 17  
Phonebook: 21  
PIN: 32  
Power failure (power back-up  
operation): 19  
Power on/off: 14  
Privacy mode: 27  
Recall/flash: 18  
Redialling: 17  
Repeater: 32  
Ringer tone: 26, 34  
Smart function key (Top key): 14  
Speakerphone: 17  
Speed dial: 22  
Time adjustment: 27  
Transferring calls: 44  
Troubleshooting: 48  
Voice mail: 43  
Volume  
Alarm: 29  
Answering calls: 17  
Answering system: 37  
Call screening: 37  
Erasing messages: 38, 39, 40  
Greeting message: 37  
Greeting only: 41  
N
P
Listening to messages: 38, 40  
Message list: 39  
Number of rings: 41  
Recording time: 41  
Remote access code: 40  
Remote operation: 40  
Turning on/off: 37, 39, 41  
Area code: 31  
Auto talk: 17, 27  
Battery: 9, 10  
Belt clip: 51  
Call restriction: 31  
Call share: 18  
Call waiting and Caller ID compatible: 34  
Caller ID service: 34  
Caller list: 35  
Caller list edit: 35  
Category: 21, 34  
R
B
C
S
T
V
Chain dial: 22  
Receiver: 17  
Character entry: 45  
Conference calls: 44  
Control type: 11  
Date and time: 14  
Direct command code: 24  
Display  
Ringer (Base unit): 26  
Ringer (Handset): 17, 26  
Speaker: 17  
D
W
Wall mounting: 52  
Colour: 25, 27  
Contrast: 25, 27  
Display mode: 15  
Language: 14  
LCD backlight: 25, 27  
Wallpaper: 25, 27  
E
Eco mode: 15  
Equalizer: 18  
Error messages: 47  
F
First ring: 26  
H
Handset  
Deregistration: 32  
Locator: 44  
Name: 30  
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Notes  
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Notes  
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For your future reference  
We recommend keeping a record of the following information to assist with any repair under  
warranty.  
Serial No.  
Date of purchase  
(found on the bottom of the base unit)  
Name and address of dealer  
Attach your purchase receipt here.  
Customer Care Centre Tel. No.: 132600  
N52  
Sales Department:  
1 Innovation Road, Macquarie Park NSW 2113, Australia  
1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan  
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