Panasonic KX-TS840MX User manual

Operating Instructions
Model No. KX-TS840MX
Integrated Telephone System
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save
them for future reference.

Introduction
Accessory information .........................3
Important Information
For your safety ....................................4
Important safety instructions ...............4
For best performance ..........................4
Other information ................................4
Specifications ......................................5
Preparation
Controls ...............................................6
Connections ........................................7
Initial setting ........................................7
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls ........................................8
Answering calls ...................................8
Useful features during a call ...............9
Dial lock .............................................10
One-Touch Dialer
One-touch dialer ...............................12
Speed Dialer
Speed dialer ......................................14
Special Programming
Call restriction ...................................15
Changing the unit password .............15
Useful Information
Optional headset ...............................16
Desk mount setup .............................17
Wall mount setup ..............................18
Troubleshooting ................................20
Index
Index..................................................22
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Table of Contents

For your future reference
We recommend keeping a record of the following information to assist with any repair
under warranty.
Serial No. Date of purchase
(found on the bottom of the unit)
Name and address of dealer
Attach your purchase receipt here.
Accessory information
Supplied accessories
No. Accessory item Quantity
AHandset 1
BHandset cord 1
CTelephone line cord 1
A B C
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Introduction

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
Installation
RTo prevent the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not expose the product to rain or
any type of moisture.
Operating safeguards
RDo not disassemble the product.
RDo not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers,
etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or
allow it to become wet at all. This may
cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug
becomes wet, immediately pull it from the
telephone wall jack, and do not use.
RDo not excessively pull the corded handset
cord from the base unit. This may cause
the base unit to fall, resulting in injury.
CAUTION
Installation and location
RNever install telephone wiring during an
electrical storm.
RNever install telephone line jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
RNever touch uninsulated telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
RUse caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
RThis product is unable to make calls when:
– the dial lock feature is turned on.
– the call restriction feature is turned on
(only phone numbers stored in the unit
as emergency numbers can be called).
Important safety
instructions
When using your product, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons, including the following:
1. Do not use this product near water for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
2. Avoid using a telephone (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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For best performance
Environment
RThe product should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high temperature,
and vibration.
RThe product should not be exposed to
direct sunlight.
RDo not place heavy objects on top of the
product.
RThe product should be kept away from heat
sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves,
etc. It should not be placed in rooms where
the temperature is less than 0 °C or greater
than 40 °C. Damp basements should also
be avoided.
Routine care
RWipe the outer surface of the product
with a soft moist cloth.
RDo not use benzine, thinner, or any
abrasive powder.
Other information
Notice for product disposal, transfer, or
return
RThis product can store your private/
confidential information. To protect your
privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that
you erase information such as one-touch
dial, speed dial or caller list entries from the
memory before you dispose of, transfer, or
return the product.
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Important Information

Information on Disposal in other Countries
outside the European Union
Cd
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
RPower source:
From telephone line
RDimensions (H x W x D):
Approx. 93 mm x 172 mm x 220 mm
RMass (Weight):
Approx. 567.5 g
ROperating conditions:
0 °C – 40 °C, 20 % – 80 % relative air
humidity (dry)
Note:
RDesign and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
RThe illustrations in these instructions may
vary slightly from the actual product.
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Important Information

Controls
1
MUTE
SP-PHONE
HEADSET
EMERGENCY
FLASH
ABC
DEF
JKL
GHI
MNO
TUV
PQRS
WXYZ
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
VOL.
TONE
HOLD/MODE
DIAL LOCK/EXIT
REDIAL PAU SE
PROGRAM
AUTO/LOWER
12 19
18
17
16
15
14
13
11
10
9
23 8
76
5
4
AHeadset jack (page 16) LMMUTEN (page 9)
BMDIAL LOCK/EXITN (page 10,
12, 14)
MMSP-PHONEN (Speakerphone) (page
8, 9, 12, 13, 14)
MHEADSETN (page 16)
CMHOLD/MODEN (page 7, 9,
10, 15) NSTATUS indicator (SP-PHONE/Mute/
Hold/Program/Dial lock/Headset)
(page 7, 8, 9, 10, 12,
13, 14, 15, 16)
DMREDIALN (page 8)
EMPROGRAMN (page 7, 9,
10, 12, 13, 14, 15) OVOL. (Volume) MDNMCN (page 8,
16)
FMAUTO/LOWERN (page 12, 13,
14) PMEMERGENCYN (page 10, 12,
15)
GMPAUSEN (page 8, 12, 14)
HRINGER indicator (page 8) QOne-touch dial buttons (page 12)
IDial key buttons/Memory station
numbers (page 14)
RRINGER selector (page 9)
SDesk mount/Wall mount adaptor
(page 17, 18)
RThe adaptor is a removable
attachment for desk stand or wall
mounting use.
JMGN (TONE) (page 10)
KMFLASHN (page 9, 10)
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Preparation

Connections
Connect the handset cord (A) to the handset and the unit. Connect the telephone
line cord until it clicks into the unit and telephone line jack (B). After line connection,
lift the handset to check for a dial tone.
DSL/ADSL filter*
To single-line
telephone jack
1
2
RUse only a Panasonic handset for KX-TS840MX.
RUse only the supplied telephone line cord. Using another telephone line cord may
not allow the unit to work properly.
*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL service.
Initial setting
Dialing mode
If you cannot make calls, change this
setting according to your telephone line
service.
The default setting is TONE.
TONE: For tone dial service.
PULSE: For rotary/pulse dial service.
1Lift the handset.
2MPROGRAMN
RStatus indicator light will start
double flashing at an interval.
3MHOLD/MODEN ® M3N
4To select TONE, press M1N.
or
To select PULSE, press M2N.
5MPROGRAMN
RA long beep sounds.
RStatus indicator light will turn OFF.
6When finished, hang up.
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Preparation

Making calls
1Lift the handset and dial the phone
number.
2When you finish talking, place the
handset on the cradle.
Using the speakerphone
1MSP-PHONEN
RStatus indicator light will turn ON.
2Dial a phone number.
RSpeak alternately with the other
party.
RIf you have misdialed, press
MSP-PHONEN and start again
from step 1.
3When you finish talking, press
MSP-PHONEN.
RStatus indicator light will turn OFF.
Note:
RFor best performance, use the
speakerphone in a quiet environment.
If necessary, adjust the speaker
volume.
RYou can switch to the handset by
lifting it up. To switch back to the
speakerphone, press MSP-PHONEN
and place the handset on the cradle.
Adjusting the handset or the speaker
volume
Press VOL.MDN or VOL.MCN repeatedly
while talking.
RAfter hanging up, the volume level will
be saved.
To redial the last number dialed (32
digits max.)
1Lift the handset or press
MSP-PHONEN.
RStatus indicator light will turn ON
after pressing MSP-PHONEN.
2MREDIALN
RRedial will dial the last number
you dialed manually.
3When you finish talking, place the
handset on the cradle or press
MSP-PHONEN.
RStatus indicator light will turn OFF
after pressing MSP-PHONEN.
Pause (for PBX/long distance service
users)
A pause is sometimes required when
making calls using a PBX or long
distance service.
Example: If you need to dial the line
access number 9 when making outside
calls with a PBX:
1Lift the handset or press
MSP-PHONEN.
RStatus indicator light will turn ON
after pressing MSP-PHONEN.
2M9N ® MPAUSEN
3Dial the phone number.
Note:
RA 3.5 second pause is inserted each
time MPAUSEN is pressed. Repeat as
needed to create longer pauses.
Answering calls
When a call is being received, the unit
rings and the ringer indicator flashes
quickly. You can answer the call by
simply lifting the handset.
Using the speakerphone
1MSP-PHONEN
RStatus indicator light will turn ON.
2When you finish talking, press
MSP-PHONEN.
RStatus indicator light will turn OFF.
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Making/Answering Calls

Note:
RThe ringer indicator will flash when
– a telephone number is dialed using
another phone which is in PULSE
mode, or
– someone picks up or hangs up
another phone connected to the
same phone line.
This is normal.
Adjusting the unit ringer volume
You can select the ringer volume to
HIGH, LOW or OFF. The default setting
is HIGH.
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
OFF HIGH
RINGER
LOW
Useful features during
a call
Hold
This feature allows you to put an outside
call on hold.
1Press MHOLD/MODEN during an
outside call.
RIf using the handset, you can
place it on the cradle.
RStatus indicator light will start
flashing slowly.
RDuring the hold, both party will
hear music.
2To release hold, lift the handset if
the handset is on the cradle.
OR
Press MHOLD/MODEN if the handset
is off the cradle.
OR
Press MSP-PHONEN if using the
speakerphone.
Note:
RIf another phone is connected to the
same line, you can also take the call
by lifting the handset.
To turn the music on/off
1Lift the handset.
2MPROGRAMN
RStatus indicator light will start
double flashing at an interval.
3MHOLD/MODEN ® M4N
4To select ON, press M1N.
or
To select OFF, press M2N.
5MPROGRAMN
RA long beep sounds.
RStatus indicator light will turn OFF.
6When finished, hang up.
Mute
While mute is turned on, you can hear
the other party, but the other party
cannot hear you.
1During an outside call, press
MMUTEN.
RStatus indicator light will start
flashing quickly.
2To return to the conversation, press
MMUTEN.
RStatus indicator light will stop
flashing.
Flash
MFLASHN allows you to use the special
features of your host PBX such as
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Making/Answering Calls

transferring an extension call, or
accessing optional telephone services.
Flash time
The flash time depends on your
telephone exchange or host PBX. The
default setting is 600ms.
1Lift the handset.
2MPROGRAMN
RStatus indicator light will start
double flashing at an interval.
3MHOLD/MODEN ® M2N
4Press M0N to M9N or MGN to select the
desired setting.
M1N:
80ms
M2N:
90ms
M3N:
100ms
M4N:
110ms
M5N:
160ms
M6N:
200ms
M7N:
250ms
M8N:
300ms
M9N:
400ms
MGN:
600ms
M0N:
700ms
5MPROGRAMN
RA long beep sounds.
RStatus indicator light will turn OFF.
6When finished, hang up.
For call waiting service users
To use call waiting, you must first
subscribe to the call waiting service of
your service provider/telephone
company. This feature allows you to
receive calls while you are already
talking on the phone. If you receive a
call while on the phone, you will hear a
call waiting tone.
1Press MFLASHN to answer the 2nd
call.
2To switch between calls, press
MFLASHN.
Note:
RPlease 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 MGN (TONE)
before entering access numbers which
require tone dialing.
Dial lock
This feature prohibits making outside
calls. The default setting is OFF.
Important:
RWhen dial lock or call restriction
(page 15) is turned on, only phone
number stored in the memory of the
MEMERGENCYN can be dialed (only 1
one-touch dial).
RWhen dial lock is turned on, you can
still adjust the handset volume and
answer the second call by pressing
MFLASHN.
RWhen dial lock is turned on, you
cannot store or erase the emergency
numbers in the MEMERGENCYN.
To turn the dial lock on/off
1Lift the handset.
2MDIAL LOCK/EXITN
RStatus indicator light will start
double flashing at an interval.
3Enter the unit password (default:
1111) ® MDIAL LOCK/EXITN
RA long beep sounds.
RStatus indicator light will turn OFF.
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Making/Answering Calls