Panasonic KX-TC1733B User manual

Caller ID Compatible I
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE.
Charge the battery for about 15 hours before initial use.
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for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico

Before InitialUse
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS on page 76 before use.
Read and understand all instructions,
Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless
telephone.
Caller ID and Call Woiting Service, where available, are telephone
company services. After subscribing to Caller ID, this phone will display
acaller's name and phone number. Call Waiting Caller ID, which
displays a second caller's name and phone number while the user is on
another call, requires a subscriptionto both Caller ID and Call Waiting.
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Attach your purchase receipt here. |1
For your future reference
Serial No.
(foundon thebottomof theunit)
Name and address of dealer
Date of purchase
Accessories (included)
For extra orders, call 1-800-332-5368.
[] AC Adaptor (p. 12_
Order No.
KX-TCA1oG
one
[] Wall Mounting Adaptor (p. 66)
Order No.
PQKL10035Z1 _
one
[] Telephone Line Cord (p. 12)
one
[] Belt Clip (p. 68)
Order No.
PQKE10130Z1
one

For Best Performance
Battery Charge
A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the
handset. Charge the battery for about
15 hours before initial use (p. 13).
Base Unit Location/Noise
Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using
wireless radio waves. For maximum distance and noise-free
operation, the recommended base unit location is:
Away from electrical appliances
such as a TV, personal computer. In a HIGH and CENTRAL location
with no obstructions such as walls.
atise the
enna.
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Contents
Location of Controls ................................. 6
Displays ........................................... 8
Settings ........................................... 12
Connections ....................................... 12
Battery Charge ..................................... 13
Selecting the Dialing Mode ............................ 15
Selecting the Line Mode .............................. 16
Programmable Functions ............................. 17
Setting the Auto Talk Feature .......................... 18
Selecting the Ringer Volume ........................... 19
Selecting the LCD Contrast ............................ 20
Preparing the Answering System ....................... 21
Greeting Message ................................... 21
Programming Summary for the Answering System .......... 23
Day and Time Adjustment ............................. 24
Selecting the Caller's Recording Time .................... 26
Selecting the Number of Rings ......................... 27
Making Calls ........................................ 28
Answering Calls ..................................... 32
Caller ID Service ..................................... 33
Using the Caller List ................................. 35
Viewing the Caller List ............................... 35
Calling Back from the Caller List ........................ 37
Editing the Caller's Phone Number ...................... 38
Storing Caller List Information in the Directory .............. 39
Erasing Caller List Information ......................... 40
Using the Directory .................................. 41
Storing Names and Numbers in the Directory .............. 41
Steps for Entering Names and Symbols .................. 43
Finding Items in the Directory .......................... 45
Dialing from the Directory ............................. 46
Editing an Item in the Directory ......................... 47
Erasing an Item from the Directory ...................... 48
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Intercom ........................................... 49
Special Features ..................................... 50
Automatic Security Code Setting ........................ 50
Temporary Tone Dialing
(For Rotary or Pulse Service Users) ................... 50
For Call Waiting Service Users ......................... 51
How to Use the PAUSE Button
(For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) ....... 51
FLASH Button ..... ................................. 52
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Automatic Answering Operation ........................ 53
Setting the Unit to Answer Calls ........................ 53
Listening to Messages ................................ 54
Slow Talk Message Playback .......................... 54
From the Handset ................................... 56
Erasing Messages ................................... 57
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone ............. 58
Setting the Remote Code ............................. 59
Voice Menu ........................................ 60
Direct Remote Operation ............................. 62
Remote Operation with the Handset ..................... 64
Wall Mounting ...................................... 66
Using the Belt Clip ................................... 68
Using an Optional Headset ............................ 68
Battery Replacement ................................. 89
Adding Another Phone ............................... 69
Before Requesting Help ............................... 70
Important Safety Instructions .......................... 76
FCC and Other Information ............................ 78
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Location of Controls
Base unit
Button (p. 55)
RI_RE_ Button (p. 55)
/ANSWER ON/Button and Indicator
(p.53, 54, 57) I
Display (p. 11) I
Hook (p. 66)
/GREETING/Button (p. 21)
Button (p. 22, 57)
Antenna (p. 3, 12)
Charge Contacts
(p. 14)
IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD
Indicator (p. 13)
NEW MESSAGE/SLOW TALK/
Button (p. 54)
S_ Button (p. 21,55)
CALLER ID Indicator (p. 32, 33)
L_LOCATOR/INTERCOM/Button (p. 49)
VOLUME _v_, _ Buttons (p. 21)
MIC (Microphone)(p. 21,49)
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Handset
Back side
Speaker
(p. 29) J
(Talk) Button
(P. •Display (p. 8)
Headset Jack
(p. 68) .....
_-J (Speakerphone)
Button (p.
,._ Button
(p. 28, 35)
Navigator Key
[_, _, EDIT_,
CH _(Channel)]
(p• 17, 23, 29, 30, 35, 42, 43)
HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEARI
Button (p• 30, 31,40, 48, 49)
Button (p. 50)
(REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION/
Button (p. 17, 23, 29, 51)
;rophone (p. 29)
(FLASH/CALL WAIT/PLAYBACK_ '-';--
Button (p. 51,52, 56, 64) ........... Charge Contacts (p. 14)

Displays
Both the handset and the base unit show you instructions and information
on the displays. These display prompts are shown below.
Handset
The Caller List is empty or there are no stored
No items stored items in the directory.
Recharge The battery needs to be charged. Place the
handset on the base unit to charge the battery
,< (p.13).
The display shows the number of new calls and
12 new calls the battery strength (p. 13) while the handset is
(ill] 0n the base unit.
12 new calls
'A _=Directory
ROBINSON,TINA
1-000-222-3333
The display shows the number of new calls when
[_ or _ is pressed while the handset is off the
base unit.
To search from the most recent call, press _.
To search from the oldest call, press (_ (p. 35).
To go to the directory list, press EDIT
(Directorykey).
When the ringer volume is set to OFF (p. 19),
"Ringer off" will flash for about 45 seconds
before the unit returns to the standby mode
(p. 14).
When a call is received, the display shows the
caller's name and number after the first ring.

D
Talk
01-06-35 {111]
During a conversation, the display shows the
length of the call (ex. 1 hour, 6 minutes and
35 seconds). The battery strength is also
displayed (p. 13).
No link to base
Place on cradle
and try again.
SMITH,JACK
1-222-333-4444
II:20A JAN12 ×3
Ann
1234567890
Directory full
Save error
The handset has lost communication with the
base unit. Place the handset on the base unit
and try again.
This is a name from the Caller List.
The display shows:
--the caller's name,
---the caller's number,
--the time and date of the last call
(ex. Jan. 12, 11:20 AM), and
--the number of times called (ex. 3 times).
This is a name from the directory. The stored
name and phone number are displayed.
When trying to store an item or Caller List
information in the directory, the directory memory
is full (p. 39, 42).
During a programming procedure, the handset
has lost communication with the base unit.
Move closer to the base unit.
(continued _)

•Displays
Intercom hold tAn outside call has been put on hold by the
handset in the intercom mode. To release the
Q0-00-0v (11111] hold, press _ or (]_].
BROWN, NANCY A second call is received during a conversation
t 1-000-222-3333 (p. 51).
[ ---Waiting ....
Please lift up _[],[_j, CH_] or EDIT (]_ was pressed while
and try again, the handset was on the base unit.
Lift the handset and press the button again.
Not available
Remote
operation
(_, _, CH _ or EDIT [_ was pressed while
the base unit was not in the standby mode.
L(111]
The handset is operating the answering system
remotely (p. 64).
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Base unit
\1] The clock needs adjusting (p. 24, 25).
Your greeting message was not recorded
correctly. Record it again (p. 21).
The unit is in the answering system
programming mode.
EThe speaker volume level is set to "5".
You can select:
--9 levels (0-8) are available while using the
answering system (p. 21,54).
--8 levels (1-8) are available while using the
intercom (p. 49).
12messages have been recorded.
Memory is full. Erase some, or all, of the
messages (p. 57).
The recording time is set to "Greeting only"
(p. 26). (The display is blank.)

Settings
Connections
Fasten the AC adaptor cord to
prevent it from being disconnected
Hook
Single-Line
Telephone Jack
(RJllC)
Telephone Line Cord
Power Outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
AC Adaptor _ _
oUSE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR KX-TCA1 (Order No. KX-TCA1-G).
oThe AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor
to feet warm during use.)
oTo connect a standard telephone on the same line, see page 69.
eft your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Carler rD services, you
cannot access those services.
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Battery Charge
Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 15 hours befor_
initial use.
oThe IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD
indicator lights.
IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD rndicator
Battery strength
You can check the battery strength on the display while the handset is on
the base unit, while it is in use (making/answering a call etc.), or after
viewing the Caller List or directory items, programming etc.
The battery strength will remain on the display for a few seconds after
using the handset, then the display wirl return to the standby mode (see
next page).
The battery strength is as shown in the chart below.
Display prompt
(111]
( II]
( I]
_{ I]_ (flashing)
Battery strength
Fully charged
Medium
Low
Needs to be recharged.

•Settings
Recharge
Recharge the battery when:
--"Recharge" is displayed,
--"( II]" flashes on the display, or
--the handset beeps intermittently while it is in
use.
elf you DO NOT recharge the handset battery for more than 15 minutes, the
display will keep indicating "Recharge" and/or "( =]" will continue to flash.
Battery information
After your Panasonic battery isfully charged (p. 13):
Operation Approx. battery life
While in use (TALK) Up to about 6 hours
While not in use (Standby) Up to about 14 days
• Battery life may be shortened depending on usage conditions, such as viewing
the Caller ID Caller List or directory list, and ambient temperature.
eClean the handset and the base unit charge contacts with a soft, dry cloth
once a month. Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust or
high humidity. Otherwise the battery may not charge properly.
elf the battery is fully charged, you do not have to place the handset on the base
unit until "Recharge" is displayed and/or "{ l]" flashes. This will maximize
the battery life.
eThe battery cannot be overcharged.
Standby Mode (The handset is off the base unit)
The handset goes into the standby mode after you finish using the
handset (making/answering a call, viewing the Caller List or directory list
etc.). The display is blank, but the handset can receive calls.
The battery life is conserved in this mode.
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Selecting the Dialing Mode
If you have touch tone service, set to "Tone". If rotary or pulse service is
used, set to "Pulse". Your phone comes from the factory set to "Tone".
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
1
2
Press [REDIAL/PAUSE/FUN(_TION].
Press [_ or (_ repeatedly until the arrow
points to "Program".
Program ]
_Save directory ]
Ringer volume
Ringer volume
_Program
Save directory
TAD program
_LCD contrast
Set flash time
Set line mode
_Set dial mode
Talk switching
Dial mode I
•,
Dial mode [
:Pulse
Press EDIT [_.
Press [_ or _ repeatedly until the arrow
points to"Set dial mode".
5
6
Press EDIT O_].
Press (_ or [_ to select "Pulse" or
"Tone".
Press EDIT [3_] (Save key).
oA beep sounds.
•,To return to the standby mode, press O_@F].
•,You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing [_.

Settings
Selecting the Line Mode
If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as aPBX, set to "B".
Your phone comes from the factory set to "A".
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
1
2
Press R_E-DIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTI_.
Press _ or _ repeatedly until the arrow
points to "Program".
Program
_Save directory
Ringer volume
Ringer volume
_Program
Save directory
TAD program
_LCD contrast
Set flash time
Set flash time
_Set line mode
Set dial mode
Line mode :A]
TA k=Save]
Line mode :B]
Press EDIT(_.
Press [_ or (_ repeatedly until the arrow
points to "Set line mode".
5
6
Press EDIT [_.
Press _ or (_ to select "B" or "A".
Press EDIT_ (Save key).
eA beep sounds.
• To return to the standby mode, press _,
• You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing _,
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Programmable Functions
You can program the following function items using the handset near
the base unit. The display shows the programming instructions. See the
corresponding pages for function details.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
Press IREDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION].
<Function menu>*
_ave directory.-], .To store an item in the directory (p. 42).
inger volume ....[.. TO select the ringer volume (p. 19).
rogram _ j
_!r Press EDIT_.
<Function menu>*
_LCD contrast .......
Set flash time,
Set line mode ......
Set dial mode .....
Talk switching,
TAD program ........
....To select the LCD contrast (p. 20).
•.To select the flash time (p. 52).
To select the line mode (p. 16).
To select the dial mode (p. 15).
To set the auto talk feature (p. 18).
.....To program answering system functions (p. 23).
During programming
*To select a desired function item, press _ or _] repeatedly until the
arrow points to the item. Then press EDIT [_-] to go to the next step.
elf the handset displays "No link to base Place on cradle and try
again ." and an alarm tons SOUndS,move closer to the base unitand try again.
*You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing/OFF].
*If you do not press any buttons for 60 seconds, the unit will return to the standby
mode.

•Programmable Functions
Setting the Auto Talk Feature
The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset off
the base unit without pressing (_ or _. If you want to use this
feature, turn the feature ON by programming. Your phone comes from the
factory set to OFF.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
Press [REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION).
Press _ or (_ repeatedly until the arrow
points to "Program". Ringer volume
)Program
Save directory
TAD program
_LCD contrast
Set flash time
Set dial mode
_Talk switching
TAD program
Auto talk :Off
TA _=SaveJ
Auto talk :On
Press EDIT[_.
Press (_ or [_ repeatedly until the arrow
points to "Talk switching".
Press EDIT_.
Press _ or [2 to select "On" or "Off".
Press EDIT __] (Save key).
• A beep sounds.
eTo return to the standby mode, press [OFF).
•You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing _OFF_.
,=To answer a call when the Auto Talk feature is OFF, lift the handset off the base
unit and press ,_ or ,<-I.
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Selecting the Ringer Volume
You can program the ringer volume to HIGH, LOW or OFF. If set to OFF,
the unit will not ring. Your phone comes from the factory set to HIGH.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
Press [REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION].
Press _or _repeatedly until the
arrow points to "Ringer volume". .Save directory
_Ringer volume
Program
Press EDIT[_. I
HIGH
Press [_ or 1_ to select the
desired volume.
eThe selected volume is displayed and LOW
rings.
•The handset will return to the standby
mode.
oTo turn the ringer OFF, press and
hold [_ until 2 beeps sound.
OFF
Ringer
Low |||||| High
TA
Ringer
Low i| High
T&
Ringer off
•To turn the ringer ON, press _
oThe ringer will sound at the LOW level.
=,When you replace the battery, the selected ringer volume setting will return to
the factory set (HIGH). Reprogram if necessary.

Programmable Functions
Selecting the LCD Contrast
You can program the handset LCD contrast (5 levels). To make the
handset display clearer, set to high level. Your phone comes from the
factory set to level 3.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
1
2
3
4
5
Press [ REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION).
Press _ or (_ repeatedly until the arrow
points to "Program".
Press EDIT _,
While the arrow points to "hCO
contrast", press EDIT [_.
Press [_ or (_ to select the desired
contrast.
eEach time you pressIV] or _j, the LCD
contrast will change.
lRinger volume
_Program
Save directory
TAD program ]
_LCD contrast
Set flash time
LCD contrast
Low ||| High
TA _:Save
_ LCD contrast
LOW II High
Press EDIT _-i (Save key).
oA beep sounds.
eTo return to the standby mode, press _.
• You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing O_OFFF].
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