Panasonic KX-TG1611NZ User manual

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for
future reference.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate service
offered by your service provider/telephone company.
Before initial use, see “Getting Started”
on page 9.
Please access our online customer survey:
http://panasonic.net/pcc/tel/q
Operating Instructions
Model No. KX-TG1611NZ
KX-TG1612NZ
KX-TG1613NZ
Digital Cordless Phone
Model shown is KX-TG1611.
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Table of Contents
2
Introduction
Model composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important Information
For your safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Other information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Getting Started
Setting up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Note when setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Turning the power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Useful features during a call . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Phonebook
Handset phonebook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Programming
Programmable settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Special programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Voice Mail Service
Voice mail service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Intercom/Locator
Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Handset locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Transferring calls, conference calls . . . . . . 23
Useful Information
Character entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Wall mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Index
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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Model composition
LThe Intercom feature is only available for KX-TG1612 and KX-TG1613.
LThe suffix (NZ) in the following model numbers will be omitted in these instructions:
KX-TG1611NZ/KX-TG1612NZ/KX-TG1613NZ
Accessory information
Supplied accessories
*1 See page 4 for replacement battery information.
*2 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
Series Model No. Base unit Handset
Part No. Part No. Quantity
KX-TG1611
series
KX-TG1611 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 1
KX-TG1612 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 2
KX-TG1613 KX-TG1611 KX-TGA161 3
No. Accessory item/Part number Quantity
KX-TG1611 KX-TG1612 KX-TG1613
1AC adaptor/PNLV226AL 1 2 3
2Telephone line cord 1 1 1
3Rechargeable batteries*1 246
4Handset cover*2 123
5Charger — 1 2
12345
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Additional/replacement accessories
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.
*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries.
Accessory item Model number
Rechargeable
batteries
HHR-4MRT*1
Battery type:
– Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
– 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset
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Important Information
5
For your safety
To prevent severe injury and loss of life/
property, read this section carefully before
using the product to ensure proper and safe
operation of your product.
WARNING
Power connection
LUse only the power source marked on the
product.
LDo not overload power outlets and
extension cords. This can result in the risk
of fire or electric shock.
LCompletely insert the AC adaptor/power
plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so
may cause electric shock and/or excessive
heat resulting in a fire.
LRegularly remove any dust, etc. from the
AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from the
power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth.
Accumulated dust may cause an insulation
defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.
LUnplug the product from power outlets if it
emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes
an unusual noise. These conditions can
cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that
smoke has stopped emitting and contact an
authorised service centre.
LUnplug from power outlets and never touch
the inside of the product if its casing has
been broken open.
LNever touch the plug with wet hands.
Danger of electric shock exists.
Installation
LTo prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock,
do not expose the product to rain or any
type of moisture.
LDo not place or use this product near
automatically controlled devices such as
automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio
waves emitted from this product may cause
such devices to malfunction resulting in an
accident.
LDo not allow the AC adaptor or telephone
line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or
placed under heavy objects.
Operating safeguards
LUnplug the product from power outlets
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners.
LDo not disassemble the product.
LDo not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers,
etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or
allow it to become wet at all. This may
cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug
becomes wet, immediately pull it from the
telephone wall socket, and do not use.
Medical
LConsult the manufacturer of any personal
medical devices, such as pacemakers or
hearing aids, to determine if they are
adequately shielded from external RF
(radio frequency) energy. (The product
operates in the frequency range of 1.88
GHz to 1.90 GHz, and the RF transmission
power is 250 mW (max.).)
LDo not use the product in health care
facilities if any regulations posted in the
area instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or
health care facilities may be using
equipment that could be sensitive to
external RF energy.
CAUTION
Installation and location
LNever install telephone wiring during an
electrical storm.
LNever install telephone line sockets in wet
locations unless the socket is specifically
designed for wet locations.
LNever touch uninsulated telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
LUse caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
LThe AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the product and is
easily accessible.
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LThis product is unable to make calls when:
– the handset batteries need recharging or
have failed.
– there is a power failure.
Battery
LWe recommend using the batteries noted
on page 4. USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-
MH batteries AAA (R03) size.
LDo not mix old and new batteries.
LDo not open or mutilate the batteries.
Released electrolyte from the batteries is
corrosive and may cause burns or injury to
the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and
may be harmful if swallowed.
LExercise care when handling the batteries.
Do not allow conductive materials such as
rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the
batteries, otherwise a short circuit may
cause the batteries and/or the conductive
material to overheat and cause burns.
LCharge the batteries provided with or
identified for use with this product only, in
accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in this manual.
LOnly use a compatible base unit (or
charger) to charge the batteries. Do not
tamper with the base unit (or charger).
Failure to follow these instructions may
cause the batteries to swell or explode.
General notices
LThis equipment will be inoperable when
mains power fails.
LWhen a failure occurs which results in the
internal parts becoming accessible,
disconnect the power supply cord
immediately and return this unit to an
authorised service centre.
LDisconnect the telecom connection before
disconnecting the power connection prior to
relocating the equipment, and reconnect
the power first.
LNo “111” or other calls can be made from
this device during a mains power failure.
LThis equipment shall not be set to make
automatic calls to the Telecom “111”
Emergency Service.
LTo minimise the possibility of lightning
damage, when you know that a
thunderstorm is coming, we recommend
that you:
– Unplug the telephone line cord from the
phone socket.
– Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC
power outlet.
LThe earpiece on the handset is magnetised
and may retain small metallic objects.
LNot all telephones will respond to incoming
ringing when connected to the extension
socket.
LThis equipment may not provide for the
effective hand-over of a call to another
device connected to the same line.
LThe grant of a Telepermit for any item of
terminal equipment indicates only that
Telecom has accepted that the item
complies with minimum conditions for
connection to its network. It indicates no
endorsement of the product by Telecom,
nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
Above all, it provides no assurance that any
item will work correctly in all respects with
another item of Telepermitted equipment of
a different make or model, nor does it imply
that any product is compatible with all of
Telecom’s network services.
Important notice:
LUnder power failure conditions, this
telephone may not operate. Please ensure
that a separate telephone, not dependent
on local power, is available for emergency
use.
Important safety
instructions
When using your product, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons, including the following:
1. Do not use this product near water for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
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2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a
cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas
leak in the vicinity of the leak.
4. Use only the power cord and batteries
indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of
batteries in a fire. They may explode.
Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For best performance
Base unit location/avoiding noise
The base unit and other compatible Panasonic
units use radio waves to communicate with
each other.
LFor maximum coverage and noise-free
communications, place your base unit:
– at a convenient, high, and central
location with no obstructions between
the handset and base unit in an indoor
environment.
– away from electronic appliances such as
TVs, radios, personal computers,
wireless devices, or other phones.
– facing away from radio frequency
transmitters, such as external antennas
of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid
putting the base unit on a bay window or
near a window.)
LCoverage and voice quality depends on the
local environmental conditions.
LIf the reception for a base unit location is not
satisfactory, move the base unit to another
location for better reception.
Environment
LKeep the product away from electrical noise
generating devices, such as fluorescent
lamps and motors.
LThe product should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high temperature,
and vibration.
LThe product should not be exposed to direct
sunlight.
LDo not place heavy objects on top of the
product.
LWhen you leave the product unused for a
long period of time, unplug the product from
the power outlet.
LThe product should be kept away from heat
sources such as radiators, cookers, etc. It
should not be placed in rooms where the
temperature is less than 0 °C or greater
than 40 °C. Damp basements should also
be avoided.
LThe maximum calling distance may be
shortened when the product is used in the
following places: Near obstacles such as
hills, tunnels, underground, near metal
objects such as wire fences, etc.
LOperating the product near electrical
appliances may cause interference. Move
away from the electrical appliances.
Routine care
LWipe the outer surface of the product
with a soft moist cloth.
LDo not use benzine, thinner, or any
abrasive powder.
Other information
Notice for product disposal, transfer,
or return
LThis product can store your private/
confidential information. To protect your
privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that
you erase information such as phonebook
or caller list entries from the memory before
you dispose of, transfer, or return the
product.
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Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European
Union
These symbols are only valid in the European
Union. If you wish to discard these items,
please contact your local authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Specifications
■Frequency range:
1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz
■RF transmission power:
Approx. 10 mW (average power per
channel)
■Power source:
220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
■Power consumption:
Base unit:
Standby: Approx. 0.6 W
Maximum: Approx. 3.3 W
Charger:
Standby: Approx. 0.1 W
Maximum: Approx. 2.2 W
■Operating conditions:
0°C – 40 °C, 20 % – 80 % relative air
humidity (dry)
Note:
LDesign and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
LThe illustrations in these instructions may
vary slightly from the actual product.
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Getting Started
9
Setting up
Connections
LUse only the supplied Panasonic AC
adaptor PNLV226AL.
LWhen mounting the unit on a wall, see page
31.
■Base unit
Important:
LFirst plug in the supplied telephone line
cord and then plug in the AC adaptor
cord.
*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if
you have DSL/ADSL service.
■Charger
Battery installation
LUSE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03)
size.
LDo NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd
batteries.
LConfirm correct polarities (S, T).
“Click”
(220-240 V AC,
50/60 Hz)
Press plug firmly.
Use only the supplied
telephone line cord.
Hook
Correct Wrong
“Click”
To single-line
telephone
socket
DSL/ADSL filter*
(220-240 V AC,
50/60 Hz)
Hooks
Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY
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Battery charging
Charge for about 7 hours.
Note when setting up
Note for connections
LThe AC adaptor must remain connected at
all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel
warm during use.)
LThe AC adaptor should be connected to a
vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC
outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a
ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of
the adaptor may cause it to become
disconnected.
LThe unit is not designed to be used with
rotary/pulse dialling services.
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
socket using a BT double adaptor.
Note for battery installation
LUse the supplied rechargeable batteries.
For replacement, we recommend using the
Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on
page 4, 6.
LWipe the battery ends (S, T) with a dry
cloth.
LAvoid touching the battery ends
(S, T) or the unit contacts.
Note for battery charging
LIt is normal for the handset to feel warm
during charging.
LClean the charge contacts of the handset,
base unit, and charger with a soft and dry
cloth once a month. Before cleaning the
unit, disconnect from power outlets and any
telephone line cords. Clean more often if
the unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high
humidity.
Battery level
Panasonic Ni-MH battery
performance (supplied batteries)
Note:
LIt is normal for batteries not to reach full
capacity at the initial charge. Maximum
battery performance is reached after a few
complete cycles of charge/discharge (use).
LActual battery performance depends on
usage and ambient environment.
LEven after the batteries are fully charged,
the handset can be left on the base unit or
charger without any ill effect on the
batteries.
LThe battery level may not be displayed
correctly after you replace the batteries. In
this case, place the handset on the base
unit or charger and let it charge for at least 7
hours.
Icon Battery level
5High
6Medium
7Low
8Needs charging.
Operation Operating time
In continuous use 15 hours max.
Not in use
(standby)
170 hours max.
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Controls
Handset
A{k} (Phonebook)
B{C} (Talk)
C{C}(Clear)
DDial keypad
EReceiver
FDisplay
G{j/OK}(Menu/OK)
H{P}(Pause)
I{ic}(Off/Power)
J{R}(Recall/Flash)
KMicrophone
LCharge contacts
MRinger
■Control type
ANavigator key
–{^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}: Scroll through
various lists and items.
–?(Volume: {^} or {V}): Adjust the
receiver volume while talking.
–{<}(y: Caller list): View the caller list.
–{>}(R: Redial): View the redial list.
Base unit
ACharge contacts
B{x} (Locator)
Display
Handset display items
L
B
A
C
D
I
G
J
F
H
E
K
A
M
Item Meaning
wWithin range of a base unit
LWhen flashing:
Handset is searching for
base unit. (page 27)
CHandset is on an outside call.
LWhen flashing:
An incoming call is now
being received or the call is
put on hold.
yMissed call*1 (page 20)
TLMute is on. (page 14)
LRinger volume is off. (page
17)
5Battery level
B
A
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*1 Caller ID subscribers only
*2 Voice mail subscribers only
Turning the power on/off
Power on
Press {ic}.
Power off
Press {ic}for about 2 seconds.
Initial settings
Display language
1{j/OK}
2{r}: “Setup”s{j/OK}
3{r}: “Language”s{j/OK}
4{r}: Select your desired language. s
{j/OK}s{ic}
Note:
LIf you select a language you cannot read:
{ic}s{j/OK}s{V} 4 times s
{j/OK}2 times s{r}: Select your
desired language. s{j/OK}s{ic}
Date and time
1{j/OK}
2{r}: “Set Time”s{j/OK}
3{r}: “Date & Time”s{j/OK}
4Enter the current date, month, and year.
s{j/OK}
Example: 15 July, 2011
15 )711
5Enter the current hour and minute. s
{j/OK}
Example: 15:30
15 3)
LIf you enter the wrong date and/or time,
press {C}and perform again from step
3.
6{ic}
Note:
LThe date and time may be incorrect after a
power failure. In this case, set the date and
time again.
kPhonebook is opened.
0New voice mail message
received.*2 (page 22)
Symbol meaning:
Example: {r}: “Off”
Press {V} or {^} to select the words in
quotations.
Item Meaning
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Making/Answering Calls
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Making calls
1Lift the handset and dial the phone
number.
LTo correct a digit, press {C}.
2{C}
3When you finish talking, press {ic}or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Adjusting the receiver volume
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly while talking.
Making a call using the redial list
The last 10 phone numbers dialled are stored
in the redial list (each 24 digits max.).
1{>}(R)
2{r}: Select the desired phone number.
LWhen the number matches a phone
number stored in the phonebook, the
stored name in the phonebook is
displayed.
3{C}
Editing/erasing/storing numbers in
the redial list
1{>}(R)
2{r}: Select the desired phone number.
s{j/OK}
3Proceed with the desired operation.
■Editing a number before calling:
{r}: “Edit & Call”s{j/OK}s
Press {<}or {>}to move the cursor.
sEdit the number. s{C}
■Erasing a number:
{r}: Select “Erase”or “Erase All”.
s{j/OK}2 times s{ic}
■Storing a number to the
phonebook:
{r}: “Save TEL No.”s{j/OK}
sTo store the name, continue from
step 3, “Adding entries”, page 15.
Note:
LWhen editing:
– To erase a number, place the cursor to
the right of where you want to erase the
number, then press {C}.
– To insert a number, place the cursor to
the right of where you want to insert the
number, then press the appropriate dial
key.
Pause (for PBX/long distance service
users)
A pause is sometimes required when making
calls using a PBX or long distance service.
When storing a calling card access number
and/or PIN in the phonebook, a pause is also
needed (page 16).
Example: If you need to dial the line access
number “0” when making outside calls with a
PBX:
1)s{P}
2Dial the phone number. s{C}
Note:
LA 3 second pause is inserted each time {P}
is pressed. Repeat as needed to create
longer pauses.
Answering calls
1Lift the handset and press {C} when the
unit rings.
LYou can also answer the call by
pressing any dial key from )to 9, *,
or (. (Any key answer feature)
2When you finish talking, press {ic}or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Auto talk
You can answer calls simply by lifting the
handset off the base unit or charger. You do
not need to press {C}. To turn this feature on,
see page 18.
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Adjusting the handset ringer volume
■While the handset is ringing for an
incoming call:
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the
desired volume.
■Programming the volume beforehand:
1{j/OK}
2{r}: “Ringer Setup”s{j/OK}
3{r}: “Volume”s{j/OK}
4{r}: Select the desired volume.
5{j/OK}s{ic}
Useful features during a
call
Mute
While mute is turned on, you can hear the
other party, but the other party cannot hear
you.
1Press {j/OK}during conversation. s
{r}: “Mute”s{j/OK}
LTis displayed.
2To return to the conversation, press
{j/OK}. s{r}: “Mute”s{j/OK}
Recall/flash
{R}allows you to use the special features of
your host PBX such as transferring an
extension call, or accessing optional
telephone services.
Note:
LTo change the recall/flash time, see page
18.
For Call Waiting or Call Waiting
Caller ID service users
To use call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID,
you must first subscribe with 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 Caller ID and Call
Waiting with Caller ID services, the 2nd
caller’s information is displayed after you hear
the call waiting tone on the handset.
1Press {R}to answer the 2nd call.
2To switch between calls, press {R}.
Note:
LPlease contact your service provider/
telephone company for details and
availability of this service in your area.
Call share
You can join an existing outside call.
To join the conversation, press {C} when the
other handset is on an outside call.
Note:
LTo prevent other users from joining your
conversations with outside callers, turn the
privacy mode on (page 18).
Available for:
KX-TG1612/KX-TG1613
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Phonebook
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Handset phonebook
The phonebook allows you to make calls
without having to dial manually. You can add
50 names and phone numbers, and confirm
the number of entries (page 15).
Adding entries
1{k}
2{r}: “New Entry”s{j/OK}
3Enter the party’s name (12 characters
max.). s{j/OK}
LYou can change the character entry
mode by pressing {k} (page 24).
4Enter the party’s phone number (24 digits
max.). s{j/OK}2 times
LTo add other entries, press {j/OK}
and repeat from step 3.
5{ic}
Note:
LYour service provider/telephone company
may charge you for a local call if the number
dialled has the area code prefix included. If
this is unacceptable, dial only the 7-digit
local number. Do not dial the “0” prefix or
the area code.
Confirming the number of entries
1{k}
2{r}: “Memory”s{j/OK}
3{ic}
Finding and calling from a
phonebook entry
Scrolling through all entries
1{k}
2{r}: “Show List”s{j/OK}
3{r}: Select the desired entry.
LTo view the phone number, press
{j/OK}. s{r}: “Phone No.”s
{j/OK}
To return, press {C}.
4{C}
Editing entries
1Find the desired entry (page 15). s
{j/OK}
2{r}: “Edit”s{j/OK}
3Edit the name if necessary (12 characters
max.; page 24). s{j/OK}
4Edit the phone number if necessary (24
digits max.; page 13). s{j/OK}
2 times
5{ic}
Editing an entry and making a call
1Find the desired entry (page 15). s
{j/OK}
2{r}: “Edit & Call”s{j/OK}s
Press {<}or {>}to move the cursor. s
Edit the number (page 13). s{C}
Erasing entries
Erasing an entry
1Find the desired entry (page 15). s
{j/OK}
2{r}: “Erase”s{j/OK}2 times
3{ic}
Erasing all entries
1{k}
2{r}: “Erase All”s{j/OK}2 times
3{ic}
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.
1During an outside call, press {k}.
2{r}: Select the desired entry.
3Press {C} to dial the number.
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Note:
LWhen storing a calling card access number
and your PIN in the phonebook as one
phonebook entry, press {P}to add pauses
after the number and PIN as necessary
(page 13).
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Programmable settings
You can customise the unit by programming the following features using the handset.
Programming by scrolling through the display menus
1{j/OK}
2Press {V} or {^} to select the desired main menu. s{j/OK}
3Press {V} or {^} to select the desired item in sub-menu 1. s{j/OK}
LIn some cases, you may need to select from sub-menu 2. s{j/OK}
4Press {V} or {^} to select the desired setting. s{j/OK}
LThis step may vary depending on the feature being programmed.
LTo exit the operation, press {ic}.
Note:
LIn the following table, < > indicates the default settings.
Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page
Ringer Setup Volume*1
<Volume 5>
–14
Ringtone*2
<Ringtone 1>
––
Set Time Date & Time*3 –12
Alarm Alarm Mode
<Off>
19
Repeat Times
<Off>
Repeat Cycle
<3 Minutes>
Ringtone
<Ringtone 1>
Volume
<Volume 5>
Time Adjust*3, *4
<Caller ID>
––
Phonebook Show List –15
New Entry –15
Erase All –15
Memory –15
Caller List ––20
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*1 Ringer volume cannot be turned off for paging.
*2 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.
*3 If you program these settings using one of the handsets, you do not need to program the same
item using another handset. (KX-TG1612/KX-TG1613)
*4 This feature allows the unit to automatically adjust the date and time each time caller
information including date and time is received.
To turn this feature on, select “Caller ID”. To turn this feature off, select “Manual”. (Caller
ID subscribers only)
To use this feature, set the date and time first (page 12).
*5 When this feature is set to off, the handset number is displayed.
*6 If you subscribe to a Caller ID service and want to view the caller’s information after lifting up
the handset to answer a call, turn off this feature.
*7 Turn this feature off if you prefer not to hear key tones while you are dialling or pressing any
keys.
*8 The recall/flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. Contact your PBX
supplier if necessary.
*9 KX-TG1611: Although the handset displays these items, these features are not available for
this model.
*10To prevent other users from joining your conversations with outside callers, turn this feature
on.
Setup Language
<English>
–12
Contrast
(Display contrast)
<Contrast 03>
––
Clock Disp.*5
<On>
––
Auto Talk*6
<Off>
–13
Register HS –30
Keytones*7
<On>
––
Recall/Flash*3, *8
<600 msec.>
–14
Privacy Mode*3, *9, *10
<Off>
––
Change PIN*3 –30
Intercom*9 ––23
Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page
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Special programming
Alarm
An alarm sounds at the set time (once or daily)
for 2 minutes. You can also customise the
repeat times and the repeat cycle (snooze
function). Alarm can be set for each handset.
Example: If you want the alarm to sound 3
times, repeating at 5 minute intervals from
7:00, you need to set the alarm as follows;
Time: “07:00”
“Repeat Times”: “3 Times”
“Repeat Cycle”: “5 Minutes”
Important:
LSet the date and time beforehand (page
12).
1{j/OK}
2{r}: “Set Time”s{j/OK}
3{r}: “Alarm”s{j/OK}
4{r}: “Alarm Mode”s{j/OK}
5{r}: Select the desired alarm option. s
{j/OK}
6Set the desired time. s{j/OK}
7{r}: “Repeat Times”s{j/OK}
8{r}: Select the desired setting. s
{j/OK}
LIf you only want the alarm to sound 1
time, select “Off”and go to step 11.
9{r}: “Repeat Cycle”s{j/OK}
10 {r}: Select the desired setting. s
{j/OK}
11 {r}: “Ringtone”s{j/OK}
12 {r}: Select the desired alarm tone. s
{j/OK}
LWe recommend selecting a different
ringer tone from the one used for
outside calls.
13 {r}: “Volume”s{j/OK}
14 {r}: Select the desired volume. s
{j/OK}
15 {ic}
Note:
LPress {ic}to stop the alarm completely.
LPress any dial key from )to 9, *, or (
to stop the sound but keep the set time
and/or the snooze function activated.
LWhen the handset is in use, the alarm will
not sound until the handset is in standby
mode.
“Off”
Turns alarm off. Go to step 15.
“Once”
An alarm sounds once at the set time.
“Daily”
An alarm sounds daily at the set time.
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Using Caller ID service
Important:
LThis unit is Caller ID compatible. To use
Caller ID features, you must subscribe to a
Caller ID service. Contact your service
provider/telephone company for details.
LFor all local and national incoming calls,
your display will show the area code (e.g.
09 for Auckland) or the cellular prefix (e.g.
0274 for Telecom Cellular) followed by the
caller’s telephone number. An Auckland
caller’s number will be displayed as
09XXXXXXX. The seven X’s represent the
seven digits of the caller’s telephone
number. A caller from a 6-digit Telecom
Cellular number will be displayed as
0274XXXXXX. For incoming international
calls, your display may only show “0000”.
For business users on a Centrex line, your
display will show Centrex extension
numbers in the shorter extension number
format used within your company.
LThe Caller ID information will not be
presented on incoming fax calls if Telecom
FaxAbility is used.
Using toll services from Telecom or
another company
Your telephone company may charge you for a
local call if the number dialled has the area
code prefix included. If this is unacceptable,
dial only the 7-digit local number. Do not dial
the )prefix or the area code.
Caller ID features
When an outside call is being received, the
caller’s phone number is displayed.
Caller information for the last 50 callers is
logged in the caller list from the most recent
call to the oldest.
LIf the unit cannot receive caller information,
the following is displayed:
–“Out of Area”: The caller dials from
an area which does not provide a Caller
ID service.
–“Private”: The caller requests not to
send caller information.
LIf the unit is connected to a PBX system,
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 and yis displayed. This lets you
know if you should view the caller list to see
who called while you were away.
Even if only one missed call in the caller list is
viewed (page 20), ydisappears from the
display. When you receive another new call, y
is displayed again.
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.
Caller list
Important:
LOnly 1 person can access the caller list at a
time. (KX-TG1612/KX-TG1613)
LMake sure the unit’s date and time setting is
correct (page 12).
Viewing the caller list and calling
back
1{<}(y)
LThe most recent call is displayed.
2Press {V} to search from the next recent
call, or press {^} to search from the oldest
call.
LTo switch the display from name to
phone number, press {j/OK}. s
{r}: “Phone No.”s{j/OK}
To return, press {C}.
LIf the whole phone number is not
shown, press {>}to see the remaining
phone numbers.
LTo switch the display from name or
phone number to date and time, press
{>}. To return, press {<}.
3To call back, press {C}.
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