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Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.

Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save

them for future reference.

This unit is compatible with Call Display. You must subscribe to the

appropriate service offered by your service provider/telephone company.

For assistance, please call 1-800-561-5505or visit us at

www.panasonic.ca

Before initial use, see GettingStarted onpage 9.

Operating Instructions

Model shown is KX-TG4031.

Expandable Digital CordlessAnswering System

Model No. KX-TG4031C

KX-TG4032CKX-TG4033CKX-TG4034C

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Table of Contents

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IntroductionModel composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Important InformationFor your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . 7

For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Other information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Getting StartedSetting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Note when setting up. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Intelligent eco mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Initial settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Making/Answering CallsMaking calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Useful features during a call . . . . . . . 15

Shared PhonebookShared phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

ProgrammingProgrammable settings . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Special programming . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Registering a unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Call Display ServiceUsing Call Display service. . . . . . . . . 28

Caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Answering SystemAnswering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Turning the answering system on/off. 32

Greeting message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Listening to messages using the base

unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Listening to messages using the

handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Remote operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Answering system settings . . . . . . . . 36

Voice Mail ServiceVoice Mail service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Intercom/LocatorIntercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Handset locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Transferring calls, conference calls . 40

Useful InformationWall mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Industry Canada Notices and other

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

IndexIndex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51


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Model composition

*1 Feature differences:

Intercom calls can be made between handsets by purchasing and registering one

or more optional handsets (page 5).

L The suffix (C) in the following model numbers will be omitted in these instructions:KX-TG4031C/KX-TG4032C/KX-TG4033C/KX-TG4034C

Series Model No.Base unit Handset

Part No. Part No. Quantity

KX-TG4031

series

KX-TG4031*1 KX-TG4031 KX-TGA401 1

KX-TG4032 KX-TG4031 KX-TGA401 2




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Accessory information

Supplied accessories

*1 See below for replacement battery information.

*2 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.

Additional/replacement accessories

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.

No.Accessory item/

Part number

Quantity

KX-TG4031 KX-TG4032 KX-TG4033 KX-TG4034

1 AC adaptor/

PQLV219

1 2 3 4

2 Telephone linecord 1 1 1 1

3 Wall mounting

adaptor

1 1 1 1

4 Rechargeable

batteries*1/

HHR-55AAABU

or

N4DHYYY00004

2 4 6 8

5 Handset cover*2 1 2 3 4

6 Belt clip 1 2 3 4

7 Charger 1 2 3

1 2 3 4 5

6 7

Accessory item Order number

Rechargeable

batteries

HHR-4DPA or HHR-4MRA*1

Battery type: Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)

2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset

Headset RP-TCA94, RP-TCA95, KX-TCA400, KX-TCA430


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*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied

batteries.

Expanding your phone system

Optional handset feature overview

You can expand your phone system by registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a

single base unit.

L Optional handsets may be a different colour from that of the supplied handsets.

*1 This feature allows you to select how the display shows:

multiple items at a time

1 item at a time in large characters*2 The unit displays a list of all recorded messages and allows you to select the item

to play back.

Feature KX-TGA401C KX-TGA750C

Handset

Display size 1.8 inches 2.1 inches

Button size Extra large Large

Display mode*1 rMessage list*2 r


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Important Information

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For your safety

To prevent severe injury and loss of life/property, read this section carefully beforeusing the product to ensure proper and safeoperation of your product.

WARNING

Power connection

L Use only the power source marked on theproduct.

L Do not overload power outlets andextension cords. This can result in the riskof fire or electric shock.

L Completely insert the AC adaptor/powerplug into the power outlet. Failure to do somay cause electric shock and/or excessiveheat resulting in a fire.

L Regularly remove any dust, etc. from theAC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from thepower outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth.

Accumulated dust may cause an insulationdefect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.

L Unplug the product from power outlets if itemits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makesan unusual noise. These conditions cancause fire or electric shock. Confirm that

smoke has stopped emitting and contact anauthorized service centre.

L Unplug from power outlets and never touchthe inside of the product if its casing hasbeen broken open.

L Never touch the plug with wet hands.Danger of electric shock exists.

Installation

L To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock,do not expose the product to rain or anytype of moisture.

L Do not place or use this product nearautomatically controlled devices such asautomatic doors and fire alarms. Radiowaves emitted from this product may causesuch devices to malfunction resulting in an

accident.L Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephoneline cord to be excessively pulled, bent orplaced under heavy objects.

Operating safeguards

L Unplug the product from power outletsbefore cleaning. Do not use liquid oraerosol cleaners.

L Do not disassemble the product.L Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers,

etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, orallow it to become wet at all. This maycause a fire. If the telephone line cord plugbecomes wet, immediately pull it from thetelephone wall jack, and do not use.

Medical

L Consult the manufacturer of any personalmedical devices, such as pacemakers orhearing aids, to determine if they areadequately shielded from external RF(radio frequency) energy. (The productoperates in the frequency range of 1.92GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF transmissionpower is 115 mW (max.).)

L Do not use the product in health carefacilities if any regulations posted in thearea instruct you not to do so. Hospitals orhealth care facilities may be usingequipment that could be sensitive toexternal RF energy.

CAUTION

Installation and location

L Never install telephone wiring during anelectrical storm.

L Never install telephone line jacks in wetlocations unless the jack is specificallydesigned for wet locations.

L Never touch uninsulated telephone wires orterminals unless the telephone line hasbeen disconnected at the network interface.

L Use caution when installing or modifyingtelephone lines.

L The AC adaptor is used as the maindisconnect device. Ensure that the ACoutlet is installed near the product and iseasily accessible.

L This product is unable to make calls when:

the handset batteries need recharging orhave failed.

there is a power failure.


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Battery

L We recommend using the batteries notedon page 4.USE ONLY rechargeableNi-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.

L Do not mix old and new batteries.L Do not open or mutilate the batteries.

Released electrolyte from the batteries iscorrosive and may cause burns or injury tothe eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic andmay be harmful if swallowed.

L Exercise care when handling the batteries.Do not allow conductive materials such as

rings, bracelets, or keys to touch thebatteries, otherwise a short circuit maycause the batteries and/or the conductivematerial to overheat and cause burns.

L Charge the batteries provided with oridentified for use with this product only, inaccordance with the instructions andlimitations specified in this manual.

L Only use a compatible base unit (orcharger) to charge the batteries. Do nottamper with the base unit (or charger).Failure to follow these instructions maycause the batteries to swell or explode.

Attention:

A nickel metal hydride battery that isrecyclable powers the product you havepurchased.Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY(1-800-822-8837) for information on how torecycle this battery.

Important safety

instructions

When using your product, basic safetyprecautions should always be followed toreduce the risk of fire, electric shock, andinjury 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 wetbasement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using a telephone (other than acordless type) during an electrical storm.There may be a remote risk of electricshock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gasleak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteriesindicated in this manual. Do not dispose ofbatteries in a fire. They may explode.Check with local codes for possible specialdisposal instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For best performance

Base unit location/avoiding noise

The base unit and other compatible Panasonicunits use radio waves to communicate witheach other.

L For maximum coverage and noise-freecommunications, place your base unit:

at a convenient, high, and centrallocation with no obstructions betweenthe handset and base unit in an indoorenvironment.

away from electronic appliances such asTVs, radios, personal computers,wireless devices, or other phones.

facing away from radio frequencytransmitters, such as external antennasof mobile phone cell stations. (Avoidputting the base unit on a bay window ornear a window.)

L Coverage and voice quality depends on thelocal environmental conditions.

L If the reception for a base unit location is notsatisfactory, move the base unit to anotherlocation for better reception.

Environment

L Keep the product away from electrical noisegenerating devices, such as fluorescentlamps and motors.

L The product should be kept free fromexcessive smoke, dust, high temperature,and vibration.

L The product should not be exposed to directsunlight.

L Do not place heavy objects on top of theproduct.


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L When you leave the product unused for along period of time, unplug the product fromthe power outlet.

L The product should be kept away from heatsources such as heaters, kitchen stoves,etc. It should not be placed in rooms wherethe temperature is less than 0 C (32 F) orgreater than 40 C (104 F). Dampbasements should also be avoided.

L The maximum calling distance may beshortened when the product is used in thefollowing places: Near obstacles such ashills, tunnels, underground, near metal

objects such as wire fences, etc.L Operating the product near electricalappliances may cause interference. Moveaway from the electrical appliances.

Routine care

L Wipe the outer surface of the productwith a soft moist cloth.

L Do not use benzine, thinner, or anyabrasive powder.

Other information

CAUTION:Risk of explosion if battery isreplaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used

batteries according to the instructions.

Notice for product disposal, transfer, or

return

L This product can store your private/confidential information. To protect yourprivacy/confidentiality, we recommend thatyou erase information such as phonebookor caller list entries from the memory beforeyou dispose of, transfer, or return theproduct.

ENERGY STAR

As an ENERGY STARPartner, Panasonichas determined that this product meets theENERGY STAR guidelines for energyefficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered

mark.

Compliance with TIA-1083 standard

Telephone handsets identified with this logohave reduced noise and interference whenused with T-Coil equipped hearing aids andcochlear implants.

Specifications

Standard:DECT 6.0 (Digital EnhancedCordless Telecommunications 6.0)

Frequency range:1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz

RF transmission power:115 mW (max.)

Power source:120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power consumption:Base unit:

Standby: Approx. 1.0 WMaximum: Approx. 4.0 WCharger:Standby: Approx. 0.1 WMaximum: Approx. 2.6 W

Operating conditions:0 C 40 C (32 F 104 F), 20 % 80 %relative air humidity (dry)

Note:

L Design and specifications are subject tochange without notice.

L The illustrations in these instructions mayvary slightly from the actual product.

T

Compatible with

Hearing Aid T-Coil

TIA-1083


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Getting Started

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Setting up

Connections

L Use only the supplied Panasonic ACadaptor PQLV219.

Base unit

*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is

required if you have DSL/ADSL service.

Charger

Battery installation

L USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA(R03) size.

L Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries.

L Confirm correct polarities (S,T).

Battery chargeCharge for about 7 hours.

L When the batteries are fully charged,the charge indicator goes off and

Fully chargedis displayed.

DSL/ADSL filter*

Hooks

ClickPress plug firmly.

(120 V AC, 60 Hz)

To single-linetelephone jack(RJ11C)

Click

Correct Wrong

(120 V AC, 60 Hz)

Hooks

L When the language selection is

displayed, see page 12.

Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY

Confirm Chargingis displayed.

Charge indicator


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Note when setting up

Note for connections

L The AC adaptor must remainconnected at all times. (It is normal for

the adaptor to feel warm during use.)

L The AC adaptor should be connectedto 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.

During a power failure

The unit will not work during a power

failure. We recommend connecting a

corded-type telephone (without AC

adaptor) to the same telephone line or to

the same telephone line jack using a T-

adaptor.

Note for battery installation

L Use the supplied rechargeable

batteries. For replacement, werecommend using the Panasonic

rechargeable batteries noted on page

4, 7.

L Wipe the battery ends (S,T) with adry cloth.

LAvoid touching the battery ends (S,T) or the unit contacts.

Note for battery charge

L It is normal for the handset to feelwarm during charging.

L Clean the charge contacts of thehandset, base unit, and charger with a

soft and dry cloth once a month. Clean

more often if the unit is exposed to

grease, dust, or high humidity.

Battery level

Panasonic Ni-MH battery

performance (supplied batteries)

*1 If Eco mode is on.

Note:

LActual battery performance dependson usage and ambient environment.

L Even after the handset is fully

charged, the handset can be left onthe base unit or charger without any ill

effect on the batteries.

L The battery level may not bedisplayed 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.

Intelligent eco mode

This feature automatically reduces

handset power consumption by

suppressing handset transmissionpower when the handset is close to the

base unit.

L When this feature is activated,iisdisplayed.

Icon Battery level

& High

( Medium

) Low

0)4 Needs charging.

0 Empty

Operation Operating time

In continuous

use

13 hours max.*1

Not in use

(standby)

11 days max.*1


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L Eco mode is turned off when theclarity booster is activated (page 16).

Controls

Handset

A Charge indicator

Ringer indicator

Message indicator

B Nonslip pad

L Nonslip pad offers support whenyou cradle the handset between

your shoulder and ear.

C Speaker

D {C}(TALK)

E {s}(SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)F Headset jack

G Dial keypad ({*}: TONE)H Receiver

I Display

J {OFF}K {FLASH}{CALL WAIT}L Microphone

M Charge contacts

Control type

ASoft keysThe handset features 3 soft keys. By

pressing a soft key, you can select the

feature shown directly above it on the

display.

BNavigator key

{^}, {V}, {}: Scroll throughvarious lists and items.

?VOL. (Volume: {^}or {V}):Adjust the receiver or speaker

volume while talking.

{}REDIAL: View the redial list.

Base unit

A Charge contactsB Speaker

C {ERASE}D {}(STOP)E {7}/{8}(Repeat/Skip)

B C

M

A

G

F

D

E

J

K

I

H

L

A

B

DC E F G H I

A B


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F {6}(Play)Message indicator

G {LOCATOR}H {ANSWER ON}

ANSWER ON indicator

I VOL. (Volume: {^}/{V})

Belt clip

Display

Handset display itemsInitial settings

Display language

You can select either Englishor

Franaisas the display language.

The default setting is English.1 {MENU}i{#}{1}{1}{0}

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.i{SAVE}

3 {OFF}

To attach To remove

Item Meaning

w Within base unit range

_ Out of base unit range

C The line is in use.L When flashing:

The call is put on

hold.

L When flashingrapidly: An incoming

call is now being

received.

i Eco mode is on. (page

10)

s Speakerphone is on.(page 14)

~ Ringer volume is off.

(page 24)

3 Night mode is on. (page

25)

! Privacy mode is on.

(page 16)

E Alarm is on. (page 25)

m Handset number

& Battery level

$ Blocked call (page 26)

( Clarity booster is on.

(page 16)

In use Answering system is

being used by another

handset or the base

unit.

Line in

use

Someone is using the

line.

Symbol meaning:

Example: {V}/{^}: OffPress {V}or {^}to select the words inquotations.

Important:

L When the language selection isdisplayed after installing the

batteries for the first time, perform

step 2.

Item Meaning


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Voice guidance language

You can select either Englishor

Franaisas the voice guidance

language of the answering system. The

default setting is English.

1 {MENU}i{#}{1}{1}{2}

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.

3 {SAVE}i{OFF}

Dialing modeIf you cannot make calls, change this

setting according to your telephone line

service. The default setting is Tone.

Tone: For tone dial service.

Pulse: For rotary/pulse dial service.

1 {MENU}i{#}{1}{2}{0}

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.

3 {SAVE}i{OFF}

Date and time

1 {MENU}i{#}{1}{0}{1}

2 Enter the current month, date, andyear by selecting 2 digits for each.

Example: July 15, 2010

{0}{7}{1}{5}{1}{0}

3 {OK}

4 Enter the current hour and minute(12-hour clock format) by selecting 2

digits for each.

Example: 9:30

{0}{9}{3}{0}

5 {AM/PM}: Select AMor PM.

6 {SAVE}i{OFF}

Note:

L When English is selected as thedisplay language, 12-hour clock

format is used. When French is

selected, 24-hour clock format is

used.

L To correct a digit, press {}tomove the cursor to the digit, then

make the correction.

L The date and time may be incorrectafter a power failure. In this case, set

the date and time again.


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Making/Answering Calls

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Making calls

1 Lift the handset and dial the phonenumber.

L To correct a digit, press {CLEAR}.

2 Press {C}or {CALL}.

3 When you finish talking, press{OFF}or place the handset on thebase unit or charger.

Using the speakerphone

1 Dial the phone number and press{s}.L Speak alternately with the other

party.

2 When you finish talking, press{OFF}.

Note:

L For best performance, use thespeakerphone in a quiet environment.

L To switch back to the receiver, press{C}.

Adjusting the receiver or speaker

volume

Press {^}or {V}repeatedly whiletalking.

Making a call using the redial list

The last 5 phone numbers dialed are

stored in the redial list (each 48 digits

max.).

1 {REDIAL}or {>}REDIALL If there is a new message in the

Voice Mail or answering system,

{REDIAL}is not displayed.

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired phonenumber.

3 {C}

Erasing a number in the redial list

1 {REDIAL}or {>}REDIAL

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired phonenumber.i{ERASE}

3 {V}/{^}: Yesi{SELECT}

4 {OFF}

Pause (for PBX/long distance service

users)

A pause is sometimes required whenmaking calls using a PBX or long

distance service. When storing a calling

card access number and/or PIN in the

phonebook, a pause is also needed

(page 19).

Example: If you need to dial the line

access number 9 when making outside

calls with a PBX:

1 {9}i{PAUSE}2 Dial the phone number.i{C}

Note:

LA 3.5 second pause is inserted eachtime {PAUSE}is pressed. Repeat asneeded to create longer pauses.

Answering calls

When a call is being received, the ringer

indicator flashes rapidly.

1 Lift the handset and press {C}or{s}when the unit rings.L You can also answer the call by

pressing any dial key from {0}to{9}, {*}, or {#}. (Any keyanswer feature)

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Auto talk

You can answer calls simply by lifting the

handset off the base unit or charger. You

do not need to press {C}. To turn thisfeature on, see page 23.

Adjusting the handset ringer volume

Press {^}or {V}repeatedly to select thedesired volume while the handset is

ringing for an incoming call.

Note:L You can also program the handset

ringer volume beforehand (page 22).

Temporary handset ringer off

While the handset is ringing for a call ,

you can turn the ringer off temporarily by

pressing {~}.

Adjusting the base unit ringer volume

Press {^}or {V}repeatedly to select thedesired volume.

L To turn the ringer off, press and hold{V}until the unit beeps.

Useful features during

a call

HoldThis feature allows you to put an outside

call on hold.

1 Press {MENU}during an outsidecall.

2 {V}/{^}: Holdi{SELECT}

3 To release hold, press {C}.

LAnother handset user can takethe call by pressing {C}.

Note:

L If a call is kept on hold for more than 9minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound

and the ringer indicator on the

handset flashes rapidly. After 1

additional minute on hold, the call is

disconnected.

L If another phone is connected to thesame line (page 10), you can also take

the call by lifting its handset.

Mute

While mute is turned on, you can hear

the other party, but the other partycannot hear you.

1 Press {MUTE}during conversation.L {MUTE}flashes.

2 To return to the conversation, press{MUTE}again.

Note:

L {MUTE}is a soft key visible on thehandset display during a call.

Flash

{FLASH}allows you to use the specialfeatures of your host PBX such as

transferring an extension call, or

accessing optional telephone services.

Note:

L To change the flash time, see page23.

For Call Waiting or Visual Call

Waiting service usersTo use Call Waiting, you must first

subscribe to Call Waiting from your

service provider/telephone company.

This feature allows you to receive calls

while you are already talking on the

phone. If you receive a call while on the

phone, you will hear a Call Waiting tone.

If you subscribe to both Call Display

and Visual Call Waiting services,the

2nd callers information is displayed after

you hear the Call Waiting tone on the

handset.


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1 Press {CALL WAIT}to answer the2nd call.

2 To switch between calls, press{CALL WAIT}.

Note:

L Please contact your service provider/telephone company for details and

availability of this service in your area.

Temporary tone dialing (for

rotary/pulse service users)

You can temporarily switch the dialing

mode to tone when you need to access

touch-tone services (for example,

answering services, telephone banking

services, etc.).

Press {*}(TONE) before enteringaccess numbers which require tone

dialing.

Handset clarity boosterThis feature can improve sound clarity

when the handset is used in an area

where there may be interference. During

an outside call, this feature is turned onautomatically when necessary.

L When this feature is turned on,(is displayed.

Call share

This feature allows you to join an

existing outside call.

Important:

L When the privacy mode is on, youcannot join the conversation. Turn it

off.

To join the conversation, press {C}when the other handset is on an outside

call.

Note:

LA maximum of 4 parties (including 1outside party) can join a conversation

using 3 extensions. (4-way

conference)

Privacy mode

When the privacy mode is On, the unit

prevents other users from joining your

conversations with outside callers. To

allow other users to join your

conversations (call share), leave this

feature off. The default setting is Off.

1 {MENU}i{#}{1}{9}{4}2 {V}/{^}: Select Onor Off.3 {SAVE}i{OFF}

L When the privacy mode is turnedon,!is displayed during an

outside call.


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Shared Phonebook

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Shared phonebook

The shared phonebook allows you to

make calls without having to dial

manually. Any handset registered to the

base unit can use the shared

phonebook. You can add 50 names and

phone numbers to the shared

phonebook, and assign each

phonebook entry to the desired group.

Important:

L Only 1 person can access the sharedphonebook at a time.

L Call Display subscribers can usegroup ringer tone features (page 29).

Adding entries

1 {C}i{ADD}

2 Enter the partys name (16characters max.).i{OK}

3 Enter the partys phone number (24digits max.).i{OK}

4 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group.i{SELECT}2 timesL To add other entries, repeat from

step 2.

5 {OFF}

Character table for entering names

While entering characters, you can

switch between uppercase and

lowercase by pressing {*}(Aa).

L To enter another character that islocated on the same dial key, first

press {>}to move the cursor to thenext space.

L If you do not press any dial key within5 seconds after entering a character,

the character is fixed and the cursor

moves to the next space.

Correcting a mistake

Press {}to move the cursor tothe character or number you want to

erase, then press {CLEAR}. Enter theappropriate character or number.

L Press and hold {CLEAR}to erase allcharacters or numbers.

Groups

Groups 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 groups. You canchange the names of groups assigned

for phonebook entries (Friends,

Family, etc.) and then search for

phonebook entries by group. The group

Key Character

{1} Space & ( ) ;, . / 1

{2} A B C 2a b c 2

{3} D E F 3d e f 3

{4} G H I 4g h i 4

{5} J K L 5j k l 5

{6} M N O 6m n o 6

{7} P Q R S 7p q r s 7

{8} T U V 8t u v 8

{9} W X Y Z 9w x y z 9

{0} Space 0{#} #

Key Character


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ringer tone feature is available for Call

Display subscribers (page 29).

Changing group names

The default group name is Group 1to

Group 9.

1 {C}i{MENU}2 {V}/{^}: Groupi{SELECT}3 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group.i{SELECT}

4 {V}/{^}: Group namei{SELECT}5 Edit the name (10 characters max.;

page 17).i{SAVE}6 {OFF}

Finding and calling a

phonebook entry

Scrolling through all entries

1 {C}

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired entry.

3 {C}

Searching by first character

1 {C}

2 Press the dial key ({0} {9}or {#})which contains the character you

are searching for (page 17).

L Press the same dial keyrepeatedly to display the first

entry corresponding to each

character located on that dial key.

L If there is no entry correspondingto the character you selected, the

next entry is displayed.

3 {V}/{^}: Scroll through thephonebook if necessary.

4 {C}

Searching by group

1 {C}i{GROUP}

2 {V}/{^}: Select the group you wantto search.i{SELECT}L If you select All groups, the

unit ends the group search.


4 {C}

Editing entries

1 Find the desired entry (page 18).i{EDIT}

2 Edit the name if necessary (16characters max.; page 17).i

{OK}

3 Edit the phone number if necessary(24 digits max.).i{OK}

4 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group(page 17).i{SELECT}

5 {SELECT}i{OFF}

Erasing entries

Erasing an entry

1 Find the desired entry (page 18).

2 {ERASE}

3 {V}/{^}: Yesi{SELECT}i{OFF}

Erasing all entries

1 {C}i{MENU}

2 {V}/{^}: Erase alli{SELECT}


4 {V}/{^}: Yesi{SELECT}5 {OFF}


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Chain dial

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.

1 During an outside call, press{MENU}.

2 {V}/{^}: Phonebooki{SELECT}


4 Press {CALL}to dial the number.

Note:

L When storing a calling card accessnumber and your PIN in the

phonebook as one phonebook entry,

press {PAUSE}to add pauses afterthe number and PIN as necessary

(page 14).

L If you have rotary/pulse service, youneed to press {*}(TONE) before

pressing {MENU}in step 1to changethe dialing mode temporarily to tone.

When adding entries to the

phonebook, we recommend adding

{*}(TONE) to the beginning ofphone numbers you wish to chain dial

(page 17).


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Programmable settings

You can customize the unit by programming the following features using the handset.

To access the features, there are 2 methods:

scrolling through the display menus (page 20)

using the direct commands (page 22)

L Direct command is the main method used in these operating instructions.

Programming by scrolling through the display menus

1 {MENU}

2 Press {V}or {^}to select the desired main menu.i{SELECT}

3 Press {V}or {^}to select the desired item in sub-menu 1.i{SELECT}L In some cases, you may need to select from sub-menu 2.i{SELECT}

4 Press {V}or {^}to select the desired setting.i{SAVE}L This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed.L To exit the operation, press {OFF}.

Note:

L See page 22 for the default settings.

Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page

Caller list

\

30

Answering device

e

Play new msg. 34

Play all msg. 34

Erase all msg.*1 35

Greeting Record greeting*1 33

Check greeting 33

Pre-recorded*1 33

Settings Ring count*1 36

Recording time*1 37

Remote code*1 35

Screen call 32

Answer on*1 32

Answer off*1 32

V.M. accessg

39

Intercom

4

40


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*1 If you program these settings using one of the handsets, you do not need to

program the same item using another handset.

Set date & time

e

Date and time*1 13

Alarm 25

Time

adjustment*1

Initial setting

c

Ringer setting Ringer volume

Ringer tone

Night mode

On/Off

Start/End

25

Set date & time Date and time*1 13

Alarm 25

Time adjustment*1

Talking Caller

ID

Handset 28

Base unit*1

Handset name 26

Call block*1 26

Voice mail Store VM access#*1 38

VM tone detect *1 38

Message alert 37

Display setting LCD Contrast

Key tone

Auto talk 15

Set tel line Set dial mode*1 13

Set flash time*1 15

Set line mode*1

C. WTG options*1 29

Privacy mode*1 16

Registration Register handset 27

Change language Display 12

Voice prompt*1 13

Customer support

a

Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page


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Programming using the direct commands

1 {MENU}i{#}

2 Enter the desired code.

3 Select the desired setting.i{SAVE}L This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed.L To exit the operation, press {OFF}.

Note:

L In the following table, < > indicates the default settings.

Feature Code Setting System*1 Page

Caller list {2}{1}{3} 30Play new msg.

(msg.: message)

{3}{2}{3} 34

Play all msg. {3}{2}{4} 34Erase all msg. {3}{2}{5} r 35Record

greeting

{3}{0}{2} r 33

Check greeting {3}{0}{3} 33Pre-recorded

(Reset to pre-

recorded greeting)

{3}{0}{4} r 33

Ring count {2}{1}{1} 27 rings

Toll saver

r 36

Recording time {3}{0}{5} 1 minGreeting only

r 37

Remote code {3}{0}{6} r 35Screen call {3}{1}{0} Off 32Answer on {3}{2}{7} r 32Answer off {3}{2}{8} r 32V.M. access

(V.M.: Voice Mail)

{3}{3}{0} 39

Intercom {2}{7}{4} 40Date and time {1}{0}{1} r 13Alarm {7}{2}{0} {1}: Once{2}: Daily

{0}: 25

Timeadjustment*2

{2}{2}{6} {1}: {0}:Manual

r

Ringer volume*3

(Handset)

{1}{6}{0} {1}{6}: Level 16 {0}: Off


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Ringer tone

(Handset)*4,*5,*6{1}{6}{1} {1}{5}: Tone15

{6}{0}:Melody15

Night mode

(On/Off)

{2}{3}{8} {1}: On{0}: 25

Night mode

(Start/End)

{2}{3}{7} 25

Talking Caller

ID(Talking Call

Display) (Handset)

{1}{6}{2} {1}: {0}: Off 28

Talking Caller

ID(Base unit)

{*}{1}{6}{2}

{1}: On{0}: r 28

Handset name {1}{0}{4} 26Call block {2}{1}{7} r 26Block w/o num

(Block calls without

phone number)

{2}{4}{0} {1}: On{0}: r 27

Store VM

access#

(VM: Voice Mail)

{3}{3}{1} r 38

VM tone detect {3}{3}{2} {1}: {0}: Off r 39Message alert {3}{4}{0} {1}: {0}: Off 37

LCD Contrast(Display contrast)

{1}{4}{5} {1}{6}: Level 16

Key tone*7 {1}{6}{5} {1}: {0}: Off Auto talk*8 {2}{0}{0} {1}: On{0}: 15Set dial mode {1}{2}{0} {1}: Pulse{2}: r 13Set flash

time*9{1}{2}{1} {0}: 900 ms

{1}: {2}: 600 ms {3}: 400 ms{4}: 300 ms {5}: 250 ms{*}: 200 ms{#}: 160 ms{6}: 110 ms {7}: 100 ms{8}: 90 ms {9}: 80 ms

r 15

Set line

mode*10{1}{2}{2} {1}:A{2}: r

C. WTG options

(Call Waiting

Deluxe options)

{2}{1}{5} {1}: On{0}: r 29

Privacy mode {1}{9}{4} {1}: On{0}: r 16



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*1 If System column is checked, you do not need to program the same item using

another handset.

*2 This feature allows the unit to automatically adjust the date and time each time

caller information including date and time is received.

To turn this feature on, select Caller ID auto. To turn this feature off, select

Manual. (Call Display subscribers only)

To use this feature, set the date and time first (page 13).

*3 When the ringer volume is turned off,~is displayed and the handset does not ring

for outside calls. However even when the ringer volume is set to off, the handset

still rings for alarm (page 25), intercom calls, and paging (page 40).

*4 If you subscribe to a distinctive ring service, select a tone (tone 1 to 5). If you select

a melody, you cannot distinguish lines by their ringers.

*5 If you select one of the melody ringer tones, the ringer tone continues 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 2009

Copyrights Vision Inc.

*7 Turn this feature off if you prefer not to hear key tones while you are dialing or

pressing any keys, including confirmation tones and error tones.

*8 If you subscribe to a Call Display service and want to view the callers information

after lifting up the handset to answer a call, turn off this feature.

*9 The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. Contact your

PBX supplier if necessary.

*10Generally, the line mode setting should not be changed. This setting

automatically maintains receiver volume at the proper level depending on the

current telephone line condition. Set the line mode to Aif telephone line

condition is not good.

*11The handset can display the Internet address where you can download the

operating instructions or get further information for this product, using your

computer.

Register

handset

{1}{3}{0} 27

Deregistration {1}{3}{1} 27Display

(Change language)

{1}{1}{0} {1}: {2}: Franais

12

Voice prompt

(Change language)

{1}{1}{2} {1}: {2}: Franais

r 13

Customer

support*11{6}{8}{0}



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Special programming

Alarm

An alarm sounds at the set time for 3

minutes once or daily. Alarm can be set

for each handset.

Important:

L Set the date and time beforehand

(page 13).1 {MENU}i{#}{7}{2}{0}

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired alarmoption.i{SELECT}

3 Enter the desired month and date.i{OK}

4 Set the desired time.

5 {AM/PM}: Select AMor PM.i{OK}

6 {V}/{^}: Select the desired alarmtone.i{SELECT}L We recommend selecting a

different ringer tone from the one

used for outside calls.

7 {SELECT}i{OFF}L When the alarm is set, Eis

displayed.

Note:

L To stop the alarm, press any dial keyor place the handset on the base unit

or charger.

L When the handset is in use, the alarmwill not sound until the handset is in

standby mode.

Night mode

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.

Important:

L Set the date and time beforehand(page 13).

L We recommend turning the base unitringer off (page 15) in addition to

turning the night mode on.

L If you have set the alarm, the alarmsounds even if the night mode is

turned on.

Turning night mode on/off

1 {MENU}i{#}{2}{3}{8}

2 {V}/{^}: Select Onor Off.i{SAVE}L If you select Off, press {OFF}

to exit.

3 Enter the desired hour and minuteyou wish to start this feature.

4 {AM/PM}: Select AMor PM.i{OK}

5 Enter the desired hour and minuteyou wish to end this feature.

6 {AM/PM}: Select AMor PM.

7 {SAVE}i{OFF}L When the night mode is set,3is

displayed.

Note:

L To correct a digit, press {}to

move the cursor to the digit, thenmake the correction.

Changing the start and end time

1 {MENU}i{#}{2}{3}{7}

Off Turns alarm off. Go to

step 7.

Once An alarm sounds once at

the set time.

Daily An alarm sounds daily at

the set time. Go to step

4.


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2 Continue from step 3, Turning nightmode on/off, page 25.

Changing the handset name

Each handset can be given a

customized 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 Off. If

you select Onwithout entering any

handset name, Handset 1to

Handset 6is displayed.

1 {MENU}i{#}{1}{0}{4}

2 Enter the desired name (max. 10characters; see the character table,

page 17).

L If not required, go to step 3.

3 {SAVE}

4 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.i{SELECT}

5 {SELECT}i{OFF}

Call block (Call Display

subscribers only)This feature allows the unit to reject calls

when:

the unit receives a call from a phone

number stored in the call block list as

unwanted (Storing unwanted callers,

page 26).

the unit receives a call without phone

number (Block calls without phone

number, page 27).

When a call is received, the unit rings for

a short time while the caller is being

identified. If the phone number matchesan entry in the call block l ist, the unit

sends out a busy tone to the caller, and

then disconnects the call.

Important:

L When the unit receives a call from anumber that is stored in the call block

list or a call without a recognized

phone number, the call is logged in the

caller list (page 30) with$after the

call is disconnected.

Storing unwanted callers

You can store up to 30 phone numbers in

the call block list by using the caller list or

by entering the numbers directly.

Important:

L We recommend storing 10 digits(including an area code). If only 7

digits are stored, all numbers that

have the same last 7 digits will be

blocked.

From the caller list:

1 {

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Block calls without phone number

You can reject a call without phone

number including Unavailable Name

& No., Private caller, or Long

distance.

1 {MENU}i{#}{2}{4}{0}2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.i{SAVE}i{OFF}

Viewing/editing/erasing call block

numbers

1 {MENU}i{#}{2}{1}{7}

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired entry.L To exit, press {OFF}.

3 To edit a number:{EDIT}iEdit the phone number.i{SAVE}i{OFF}To erase a number:

{ERASE}i{V}/{^}: Yesi{SELECT}i{OFF}

Note:

L When editing, press the desired dialkey to add, {CLEAR}to erase.

L When viewing, Block w/o numisdisplayed if the block calls without

phone number feature is turned on. To

turn the feature off: {ERASE}i{V}i{SAVE}i{OFF}

Registering a unit

Operating additional units

Additional handsets

Up to 6 handsets can be registered to

the base unit.Important:

L See page 5for information on theavailable model.

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, re-register the handset.

1 Handset:{MENU}i{#}{1}{3}{0}

2 Base unit:

Press and hold {LOCATOR}forabout 5 seconds until the

registration tone sounds.

L If all registered handsets startringing, press the same button to

stop. Then repeat this step.

L The next step must be completedwithin 90 seconds.

3 Handset:Press {OK}, then wait until a longbeep sounds.

Note:

L While registering, Base inregisteringis displayed on all

registered handsets.

L When you purchase an additionalhandset, refer to the additional

handsets installation manual for

registration.

Deregistering a handset

A handset can cancel its own

registration (or the registration of

another handset) that is stored to the

base unit. This allows the handset to end

its wireless connection with the system.

1 {MENU}i{#}{1}{3}{1}LAll handsets registered to the

base unit are displayed.2 {V}/{^}: Select the handset you

want to cancel.i{SELECT}3 {V}/{^}: Yesi{SELECT}4 {OFF}


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Using Call Display

service

Important:

L This unit is Call Display compatible. Touse Call Display features, you must

subscribe to a Call Display service.

Contact your service provider/

telephone company for details.

Call Display features

When an outside call is being received,

the callers name and phone number are

displayed.

Caller information for the last 50 callers

is logged in the caller list from the most

recent call to the oldest.

L If the unit cannot receive callerinformation, the following is displayed:

Unavailable Name & No.:

The caller dials from an area which

does not provide a Call Display

service.

Private caller: The callerrequests not to send caller

information.

Long distance: The caller

makes a long distance call.

L If the unit is connected to a PBXsystem, caller information may not be

properly received. Contact your PBX

supplier.

Missed calls

If a call is not answered, the unit treats it

as a missed call. The display shows

Missed call. This lets you know if

you should view the caller list to see who

called while you were away.

Note:

L Even when there are unviewedmissed calls,Missed call

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 {OFF}.

Phonebook name display

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.

Talking Call DisplayThis feature lets you know who is calling

without looking at the display.

To use this feature, you must:

subscribe to a Call Display service of

your service provider/telephone

company.

turn this feature on (page 23).

When caller information is received, the

handsets and base unit announce the

callers name or phone number received

from your service provider/telephone

company following every ring.

L Name pronunciation may vary. Thisfeature may not pronounce all names

correctly.

L Call Display service has a limit of howmany characters can be displayed. If

the callers name is too long, the

handset may not be able to display or

announce the entire name.

L The announcement is heard at thesame level as the ringer volume (page

15,22).

L If you turn on the answering systemand set the number of rings 2

rings(page 36), the unit does notannounce the caller information. If

Toll saveris selected and there

is a new message, the unit does not

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L When you receive a call while on thephone, the 2nd callers name is not

announced even if you subscribe to

both Call Display and Visual Call

Waiting services.

Phonebook name announcement

When caller information is received and

it matches a phone number stored in the

phonebook, the stored name in the

phonebook is announced.

Group ringer tone for

phonebook

This feature can help you identify who is

calling by using different ringer tones for

different groups of callers. When adding

an entry to the phonebook, you can

assign it to the desired group (page 17).

When a call is received from a caller

assigned to a group, the ringer you

selected for that group rings after caller

information is displayed. If you select

Current ringer(default), the unit

uses the ringer tone you selected on

page 23when calls from this group arereceived.

1 {C}i{MENU}

2 {V}/{^}: Groupi{SELECT}

3 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group.i{SELECT}

4 {V}/{^}: Select the current setting ofthe group ringer tone.i

{SELECT}

5 {V}/{^}: Select the desired ringertone.i{SAVE}

6 {OFF}

For Call Waiting Deluxeservice users

To use Call Waiting Deluxe, you must

subscribe to Call Waiting Deluxe from


company.

This feature not only allows your

handset to display the 2nd callers

information, but also offers you a variety

of ways to deal with the 2nd call.

Important:

L Please contact your service provider/telephone company for details and

availability of this service in your area.

L This feature must be turned on beforeit can be used.

To turn Call Waiting Deluxe on/off

To use Call Waiting Deluxe, you must

turn this feature on. The default setting is

Off.

1 {MENU}i{#}{2}{1}{5}2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.3 {SAVE}i{OFF}

Call Waiting Deluxe service options

When a 2nd call is received, you can

choose how to handle the call by

selecting an option shown on the

handset display.

Note:

L Your service provider/telephonecompany may not offer all of the

options (page 29).

Displayed

optionFunction

Answer Answers the

waiting call, while

keeping the 1st call

on hold.


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To use Call Waiting Deluxe service

1 When you hear a Call Waiting toneduring an outside call, press

{FLASH}.L The option menu is displayed.

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired option.i{SELECT}LAfter selecting Answer,

Hold, or Conference, you

can select another option.i

{FLASH}i{V}/{^}: Select thedesired option.i{SELECT}

Note:

L To exit from the option menu, wait for20 seconds.

Caller list

Important:

L Only 1 person can access the callerlist at a time.

L Make sure the units date and timesetting is correct (page 13).

Viewing the caller list and

calling back

1 {

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L If >is displayed, not all of theinformation is shown. To see the

remaining information, press {>}.To return to the previous screen,

press {}.To return to the previous screen,

press {

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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 37).

Important:

L Only 1 person can access theanswering system (listen to

messages, record a greeting

message, etc.) at a time.

L When callers leave messages, theunit records the day and time of each

message. Make sure the date and

time have been set correctly (page

13).

Memory capacity (including

your greeting message)

The total recording capacity is about 16minutes. A maximum of 64 messages

can be recorded.

Note:

L If message memory becomes full: Messages fullis shown on the

handset display.

The ANSWER ON indicator on the

base unit flashes rapidly when the

answering system is turned on.

L When the message memory becomesfull:

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.

Turning the answering

system on/off

Press {ANSWER ON}to turn on/off theanswering system.

1 To turn on:{MENU}i{#}{3}{2}{7}To turn off:

{MENU}i{#}{3}{2}{8}

2 {OFF}

Note for base unit and handset:

L When the answering system is turnedon, the ANSWER ON indicator on the

base unit lights up.

Call screeningWhile a caller is leaving a message, you

can listen to the call through the

handsets speaker. To adjust the

speaker volume, press {^}or {V}repeatedly. You can answer the call by

pressing {C}on the handset. Callscreening can be set for each handset.

The default setting is On.

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{1}{0}

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.i{SAVE}i{OFF}

Greeting message

When the unit answers a call, a greeting

message is played to callers.

You can use either:

Base unit

Handset


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your own greeting message

a pre-recorded greeting message

Recording your greeting

message

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{0}{2}


3 After a beep sounds, hold thehandset about 20 cm (8 inches)

away and speak clearly into themicrophone (2 minutes max.).

4 Press {STOP}to stop recording.

5 {OFF}

Using a pre-recorded greeting

messageThe 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

37)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.

Resetting to a pre-recorded greeting

message

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.

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{0}{4}2 {YES}i{OFF}

Playing back the greeting

message

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{0}{3}

2 {OFF}

Listening to messages

using the base unitWhen new messages have been

recorded, the message indicator on the

base unit flashes.

Press {6}.L If new messages have been recorded,

the base unit plays back new

messages.

L If there are no new messages, thebase unit plays back all messages.

Operating the answering

system during playback

*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of

a message, the previous message is

played.

Erasing all messagesPress {ERASE}2 times while the unit isnot in use.

Key Operation

{^}or {V} Adjust the speakervolume

{7} Repeat message*1

{8} Skip message

{}(STOP) Stop playback

{ERASE} Erase currentlyplaying message


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Listening to messages

using the handset

When new messages have been

recorded:

New messageis displayed.

The message indicator on the handset

flashes slowly if the message alert

feature is turned on (page 37).

1 To listen to new messages:{PLAY}or

{MENU}i{#}{3}{2}{3}L If there are no new messages in

the answering system, {PLAY}isnot displayed.

To listen to all messages:

{MENU}i{#}{3}{2}{4}

2 When finished, press {OFF}.

Note:

L To switch to the receiver, press {C}.

Operating the answeringsystem

{MENU}i{V}/{^}: Answeringdevicei{SELECT}



played.

*2 To resume playback:

{V}/{^}: Playbacki{SELECT}*3 You can also erase as follows:{ERASE}i{V}/{^}: Yesi{SELECT}

Calling back (Call Display

subscribers only)

If caller information is received for the

call, you can call the caller back while

listening to a message.

1 Press {PAUSE}during playback.

2 {V}/{^}: Call backi{SELECT}

Editing the number before calling

back

1 Press {PAUSE}during playback.

2 {V}/{^}: Edit & Calli{SELECT}

Key Operation

{^}or {V} Adjust thereceiver/speaker

volume (during

playback)

{1}or {} Skip message(during playback)

{3} Enter theSettingsmenu

{4} Play new messages

{5} Play all messages

{6} Play greetingmessage

{7}{6} Record greetingmessage

{8} Turn answeringsystem on

{PAUSE} Pause message*2

{9}or

{STOP}

Stop recording

Stop playback

{0} Turn answeringsystem off

{*}{4}*3 Erase currentlyplaying message

{*}{5} Erase all messages

{*}{6} Reset to a pre-recorded greeting

message

Key Operation


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3 Press {EDIT}repeatedly until thephone number is shown in the

desired format (page 31).i{C}

Erasing all messages

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{2}{5}

2 {V}/{^}: Yesi{SELECT}i{OFF}

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

units voice guidance prompts you to

press certain dial keys to perform

different operations.

Remote access code

A 3-digit remote access code must be

entered when operating the answering

system remotely. This code prevents

unauthorized parties from listening to

your messages remotely. The default

setting is 111.

Important:

L To prevent unauthorized access tothis product, we recommend that you

regularly change the remote code.

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{0}{6}

2 Enter the desired 3-digit remoteaccess code.

3 {SAVE}i{OFF}

Deactivating remote operation

Press {*}in step 2on Remote accesscode, page 35.L The entered remote access code is

deleted.

Using the answering system

remotely

1 Dial your phone number from atouch-tone phone.

2 After the greeting message starts,enter your remote access code.

L The unit announces the number ofnew messages.

3 Follow the voice guidance promptsas necessary or control the unit

using remote commands (page 35).

4 When finished, hang up.

Note:

L You can also leave a message just asany outside caller can. After the

greeting message starts, press {*}toskip the greeting message and record

your message after the beep.

Voice guidance

During remote operation, the units voice

guidance starts and prompts you to

press {1}to perform a specificoperation, or press {2}to listen to moreavailable operations.

Note:

L If you do not press any dial keys within10 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.

Key Operation

{1} Repeat message(during playback)*1

{2} Skip message(during playback)


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played.

Turning on the answering

system remotely

If the answering system is off, you can

turn it on remotely.

1 Dial your phone number from atouch-tone phone.

2 Let the phone ring 15 times.LA long beep is heard.

3 Enter your remote access codewithin 10 seconds after the long

beep.

L The greeting message is playedback.

L You can either hang up, or enteryour remote access code again

and begin remote operation (page

35).

Answering system

settings

Number of rings before the

unit answers a callYou can change the number of times the

phone rings Ring countbefore the

unit answers calls. You can select 2 to 7

rings, or Toll saver.

The default setting is 4 rings.

Toll saver: The units answering

system answers at the end of the 2nd

ring when new 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 35), 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.

1 {MENU}i{#}{2}{1}{1}


For Voice Mail service subscribers

If you subscribe to a flat-rate service

package that includes Call Display, Call

Waiting, Voice Mail, and unlimited

local/regional/long distance calls, please

note the following:

L To use the Voice Mail service providedby your service provider/telephone

company rather than the units

answering system, turn off the

answering system (page 32).

L To use this units answering systemrather than the Voice Mail service

provided by your service provider/

telephone company, please contact


{4} Play new messages

{5} Play all messages

{9} Stop playback

{0} Turn answering systemoff

{*}{4} Erase currently playingmessage

{*}{5} Erase all messages

{*}{#} End remote operation(or hang up)

Key Operation


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company to deactivate your Voice

Mail service.

If your service provider/telephone

company cannot do this:

Set this units Ring count

setting so that this units answering

system answers calls before the

Voice Mail service of your service

provider/telephone company does.

It is necessary to check the number

of rings required to activate the

Voice Mail service provided by your

service provider/telephone

company before changing this

setting.

Change the number of rings of the

Voice Mail service so that the

answering system can answer the

call first. To do so, contact your

service provider/telephone

company.

Callers recording timeYou can change the maximum message

recording time allowed for each caller.

The default setting is 3 min.

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{0}{5}


Selecting Greeting only

You can select Greeting only

which sets the unit to announce a

greeting message to callers but not

record messages.

Select Greeting onlyin step 2on

Callers recording time, page 37.

Note:

L When you select Greeting only:

If you do not record your ownmessage, the unit will play the pre-

recorded greeting-only message

asking callers to call again later.

If you use your own message,

record the greeting-only message

asking callers to call again later

(page 33).

Message alert

You can select whether or not the

message indicator on the handset

flashes slowly when new messages are

recorded. The default setting is On.

Important:L If you stored the Voice Mail accessnumber (page 38), the message

indicator also flashes for newly

recorded Voice Mail messages (page

39).

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{4}{0}


Note:

L While message alert is on, batteryoperating time is shortened (page 10).


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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 companys 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.

Please contact your service provider/

telephone company for details of this

service.

Important:

L To use the Voice Mail service providedby your service provider/telephone

company rather than the units

answering system, turn off the

answering system (page 32). For

details, see page 36.

L You need to store the Voice Mailaccess number to activate the

message alert feature (page 37)forVoice Mail service.

Storing the Voice Mail (VM)

access number

In order to listen to your Voice Mail

messages, you must dial your service

provider/telephone companys Voice

Mail access number. Once you have

stored your Voice Mail access number,

you can dial it automatically (page 39).

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{3}{1}

2 Enter your access number (24 digitsmax.).i{SAVE}i{OFF}

Note:

L When storing your Voice Mail accessnumber and your mailbox password,

press {PAUSE}to add pauses (page14)between the access number and

the password as necessary. Contact


company for the required pause time.

Example:

To erase the Voice Mail access

number

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{3}{1}

2 Press and hold {CLEAR}until alldigits are erased.i{SAVE}i{OFF}

Voice Mail (VM) tone detection

Your service provider/telephone

company sends special signals

(sometimes called Voice Mail tones or

stutter tones) to the unit to let you know

you have new Voice Mail messages. If

you hear a series of dial tones followed

by a continuous dial tone after you press{C}, you have new Voice Mailmessages. Soon after you hang up a call

or after the phone stops ringing, your unit

checks the phone line to see if new

Voice Mail messages have been

recorded.

Turn this feature off when:

You do not subscribe to Voice Mail

service.

Your service provider/telephone

company does not send Voice Mail

tones.

Your phone is connected to a PBX.

If you are not sure which setting isrequired, contact your service

provider/telephone company.

1-222-333-4444

VM accessnumber

Pauses Password

PPPP 8888


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Turning VM tone detection on/off

The default setting is On.

1 {MENU}i{#}{3}{3}{2}2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.i{SAVE}i{OFF}

Listening to Voice Mail

messagesThe unit lets you know that you have

new Voice Mail messages in thefollowing ways:

New Voice Mailis displayed on

the handset if message indication

service is available.

The message indicator on the handset

flashes slowly if the message alert

feature is turned on (Message alert,

page 37).

1 {VM}or

{MENU}i{#}{3}{3}{0}L The speakerphone turns on.L If there are no new messages in

the Voice Mail, {VM}is notdisplayed.

2 Follow the pre-recordedinstructions.

3 When finished, press {OFF}.

Note:

L If the handset still indicates there arenew messages even after you have

listened to all new messages, turn it

off by pressing and holding {#}untilthe handset beeps.

L If your Voice Mail service uses VoiceMail tones and a message is over 3

minutes long, the handset may not

indicate new messages.L If your Voice Mail service uses Voice

Mail tones, the tones are heard from

any phone connected to the same

line. If you want to use another phone

to listen to Voice Mail messages, you

have to dial your access number

manually.


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Intercom

Intercom calls can be made between

handsets.

Note:

L If you receive an outside call whiletalking on the intercom, you hear 2

tones.

To answer the call with the handset,

press {OFF}, then press {C}.L When paging a handset, the pagedhandset beeps for 1 minute.

Making an intercom call

1 {MENU}i{INT}

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired unit.i{SELECT}L To stop paging, press {OFF}.

3 When you finish talking, press{OFF}.

Answering an intercom call

1 Press {C}to answer the page.2 When you finish talking, press

{OFF}.

Handset locator

You can locate a misplaced handset by

pressing {LOCATOR}on the base unit.LAll registered handsets beep for 1

minute.

To stop paging, press it again or {OFF}on the handset.

Transferring calls,

conference calls

Outside calls can be transferred or a

conference call with an outside party can

be made between 2 handsets.

1 During an outside call, press {INT}to put the call on hold.

2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired unit.i

{SELECT}

3 Wait for the paged party to answer.L If the paged party does not

answer, press {C}to return tothe outside call.

4 To complete the transfer:Press {OFF}.L The outside call is being routed to

the destination unit.

To establish a conference call:

Press {CONF}.L To leave the conference, press

{OFF}. The other 2 parties can

continue the conversation.L To put the outside call on hold,

press {HOLD}. To resume theconference, press {CONF}.

Answering a transferred call

Press {C}to answer the page.


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Wall mounting

Note:

L Make sure that the wall is strongenough to support the weight of the

unit.

Base unit

1 Lead the AC adaptor cord andtelephone line cord through the holein the wall mounting adaptor in the

direction of the arrow.

2 Tuck the telephone line cord insidethe wall mounting adaptor (A).

Connect the AC adaptor cord and

telephone line cord (B).

3 Insert the hooks on the wallmounting adaptor into holes1and

2on the base unit.

4 Adjust the adaptor to hold the baseunit, then push it in the direction of

the arrow until it clicks into place.

A

B

Hooks

21

1

2


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5 Mount the unit on a wall then slidedown to secure in place.

To remove the wall mounting adaptor

While pushing down the release levers

(A), remove the adaptor (B).

Charger

Drive the screws (not supplied) into the

wall.83 mm(31/4inches)or102 mm(4 inches)

83 mm(31/4inches)

102 mm(4 inches)

(120 V AC,

60 Hz)

1

2

1

2

Wall phone plate

B

A A

25.4 mm(1 inch)

Screws

(120 V AC, 60 Hz)


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Error messages

If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages is shown on the display.

Display message Cause/solution

Base no power

or

No link. Re-connect

base AC adaptor.

L The handset has lost communication with thebase unit. Move closer to the base unit and try

again.

L Unplug the base units AC adaptor to reset theunit. Reconnect the adaptor and try again.

L The handsets registration may have beencancelled. Re-register the handset (page 27).

Busy L The called unit is in use.L Other units are in use and the system is busy.

Try again later.

L The handset you are using is too far from thebase unit. Move closer and try again.

Call service provider

for your access #

L You have not stored the Voice Mail accessnumber. Store the number (page 38).

Check tel line L The supplied telephone line cord has not beenconnected yet or not connected properly.

Check the connections (page 9).

Error!! L Recording was too short. Try again.

Invalid L There is no handset registered to the baseunit matching the handset number youentered.

L The handset is not registered to the base unit.Register the handset (page 27).

Requires subscription

to Caller ID.

L You must subscribe to a Call Display service.Once you receive caller information after

subscribing to a Call Display service, this

message will not be displayed.

Use rechargeable

battery.

LA wrong type of battery such as Alkaline orManganese was inserted. Use only the

rechargeable Ni-MH batteries noted on page

4, 7.


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Troubleshooting

If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect

the base units AC adaptor, then reconnect the base units AC adaptor. Remove the

batteries from the handset, and then insert the batteries into the handset again.

General use

Programmable settings

Problem Cause/solution

The handset does not turn

on even after installing

charged batteries.

L Place the handset on the base unit or charger toturn on the handset.

The unit does not work. L Make sure the batteries are installed correctly(page 9).

L Fully charge the batteries (page 9).L Check the connections (page 9).L Unplug the base units AC adaptor to reset the

unit. Reconnect the adaptor and try again.

L The handset has not been registered to the baseunit. Register the handset (page 27).

I cannot hear a dial tone. L The base units AC adaptor or telephone line cordis not connected. Check the connections.

L Disconnect the base unit from the telephone lineand 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.

The indicator on the

handset flashes slowly.

L New messages have been recorded. Listen to thenew messages (page 34).

L New Voice Mail messages have been recorded.Listen to the new Voice Mail messages (page 39).


The display is in a

language I cannot read.

L Change the display language (page 12).

I cannot register a handset

to a base unit.

L The maximum number of handsets (6) is alreadyregistered to the base unit. Cancel unused

handset registrations from the base unit (page 27).


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Battery recharge

Making/answering calls, intercom


The handset beeps and/or

)flashes.

L Battery charge is low. Fully charge the batteries(page 9).

I fully charged the

batteries, but

)still flashes,

0is displayed, or

the operating time

seems to be shorter.

L Clean the battery ends (S,T) and the chargecontacts with a dry cloth and charge again.

L It is time to replace the batteries (page 9).


_is displayed. L The handset is too far from the base unit. Movecloser.

L The base units AC adaptor is not properlyconnected. Reconnect AC adaptor to the base

unit.

L The handset is not registered to the base unit.Register it (page 27).

Noise is heard, sound cuts

in and out.

L You are using the handset or base unit in an areawith high electrical interference. Re-position the

base unit and use the handset away from sourcesof interference.

L Move closer to the base unit.L If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommend

connecting a DSL/ADSL filter between the base

unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your

DSL/ADSL provider for details.

The handset does not ring. L The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust the ringervolume (page 22).

L Night mode is turned on. Turn it off (page 25).The base unit does not

ring.

L The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust the ringervolume (page 15).

I cannot make a call. L The dialing mode may be set incorrectly. Changethe setting (page 13).

L The handset is too far from the base unit. Movecloser and try again.

I cannot make long

distance calls.

L Make sure that you have long distance service.


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Call Display/Talking Call Display


Caller information is not

displayed.

L You must subscribe to Call Display service.Contact your service provider/telephone company

for details.

L If your unit is connected to any additionaltelephone equipment such as a Call Display box

or cordless telephone line jack, plug the unit

directly into the wall jack.

L If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommendconnecting a DSL/ADSL filter between the baseunit and the telephone line jack. Contact your

DSL/ADSL provider for details.

L The name display service may not be available insome areas. Contact your service provider/

telephone company for details.

L Other telephone equipment may be interferingwith this unit. Disconnect the other equipment and

try again.

Caller information is not

announced.

L The handset or base units ringer volume is turnedoff. Adjust it (page 15, 22).

L The Talking Call Display feature is turned off. Turnit on (page 23).

L The number of rings for the answering system isset to 2 ringsor Toll saver. Select adifferent setting (page 36).

Caller information is

displayed or announced

late.

L Depending on your service provider/telephonecompany, the unit may display or announce the

callers information at the 2nd ring or later.

L Move closer to the base unit.I cannot dial the phone

number edited in the caller

list.

L The phone number you dialed might have beenedited incorrectly (for example, the long distance

1 or the area code is missing). Edit the phone

number with another pattern (page 31).

Time on the unit has

shifted.

L Incorrect time information from incoming CallDisplay changes the time. Set the time adjustment

to Manual(off) (page 22).


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Answering system

The 2nd callers

information is not

displayed during an

outside call. (Visual Call

Waiting feature does not

function.)

L In order to use Call Display, Call Waiting, or VisualCall Waiting, you must first contact your service

provider/telephone company and subscribe to the

desired service.

After subscribing, you may need to contact your

service provider/telephone company again to

activate this specific service, even if you already

subscribed to both Call Display and Visual Call

Waiting services.


The unit does not record

new messages.

L The answering system is turned off. Turn it on(page 32).

L The message memory is full. Erase unnecessarymessages (page 33).

L The recording time is set to Greeting only.Change the setting (page 37).

L If you subscribe to a Voice Mail service, messagesare recorded by your service provider/telephone

company, not your telephone. Change the units

number of rings setting or contact your service

provider/telephone company (page 36).

I cannot operate the

answering system.L Someone is using the unit. Wait for the other user

to finish.

LA caller is leaving a message. Wait for the caller tofinish.

L The handset is too far from the base unit. Movecloser.

I cannot operate the

answering system

remotely.

L The remote access code is not set. Set the remoteaccess code (page 35).

L You are entering the wrong remote access code. Ifyou have forgotten your remote access code,

enter the remote access code setting to check

your current code (page 35).

L Press each key firmly.L The answering system is turned off. Turn it on

(page 36).



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Liquid damage

Caution:

L To avoid permanent damage, do not use a microwave oven to speed up the dryingprocess.


Liquid or other form of

moisture has entered the

handset/base unit.

L Disconnect the AC adaptor and telephone linecord from the base unit. Remove the batteries

from the handset and leave to dry for at least

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