Panasonic KX-TC1484 User manual

900MHz Cordless Phone
Operating Instructions
Model No. KX-TC1484B
Pulse-or-tone dialing capability
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE.
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for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
Charge the battery for about 15 hours before initial use.
Preparation Basic Operation Advanced Operation Useful Information
Caller ID Compatible
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Accessories (included)
For extra orders, call 1-800-332-5368.
∑AC Adaptor (p. 7)
Order No.
PQWATC1461M
one
∑Telephone Line Cord (p. 7)
one
∑Handset Cover (p. 8)
Order No.
PQYNTC1461B
one
∑Belt Clip (p. 27)
Order No.
PQZHTC1481B
one
∑Battery (p. 8)
Order No.
PQWBTC1461M
one
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS on page 34 before use.
Read and understand all instructions.
Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless
telephone.
Attach your purchase receipt here.
Caller ID and Call Waiting Service, where available, are telephone
company services. After subscribing to Caller ID, this phone will display
a caller’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 subscription to both Caller ID and Call Waiting.
For your future reference
Serial No. Date of purchase
(found on the bottom of the unit)
Name and address of dealer
Before Initial Use
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For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
For Best Performance
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Battery Charge
A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the
handset. Charge the battery for about
15 hours before initial use (p. 8).
Raise the
antenna.
Away from electrical appliances
such as a TV or personal computer. In a HIGH and CENTRAL location with no obstructions such as walls.
Base Unit Location
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:

Preparation
Location of Controls ............... 5
Settings ..................................... 7
Connections ............................. 7
Installing the Battery................. 8
Battery Charge......................... 8
Ringer Volume ......................... 9
Programmable Functions...... 10
Display Language .................. 10
Dialing Mode .......................... 10
Basic Operation
Making Calls ........................... 11
Answering Calls ..................... 12
Caller ID Service..................... 13
Using the Caller List .............. 15
Viewing the Caller List............ 15
Calling Back from the Caller
List........................................ 17
Editing the Caller’s Phone
Number ................................ 17
Storing Caller List Information
in the Phone Book................ 18
Erasing Caller List
Information........................... 19
Contents
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Advanced Operation
Phone Book ............................ 20
Storing Names and
Numbers............................... 20
Entering Names and
Symbols ............................... 21
Finding Stored Items.............. 22
Dialing .................................... 22
Editing .................................... 23
Erasing................................... 24
Special Features..................... 25
Automatic Security Code
Setting.................................. 25
Handset Locator..................... 25
Temporary Tone Dialing
(For Rotary or Pulse Service
Users) ................................ 25
How to Use the PAUSE Button
(For PBX Line/Long Distance
Calls)................................... 26
For Call Waiting Service
Users.................................... 26
Useful Information
Belt Clip................................... 27
Optional Headset.................... 27
Wall Mounting......................... 28
Adding Another Phone.......... 29
Battery Replacement.............. 30
Troubleshooting..................... 31
Important Safety
Instructions........................... 34
FCC and Other Information... 36
Specifications......................... 39
Index........................................ 40
Warranty.................................. 41

Location of Controls “
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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Base unit
Charge Contacts
(p. 9)
IN USE/CHARGE Indicator (p. 8, 25)
(HANDSET\LOCATOR) (p. 25)
Antenna
Hook (p. 28)

“ Location of Controls
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Handset
Antenna
(PAUSE/REDIAL)
(p. 11, 26)
Charge Contacts (p. 9)
(–– – /FLASH)
(p. 11, 12, 26)
(AUTO/PROGRAM)
(p. 18, 20, 22)
(MUTE/CLEAR)
(p. 12, 19, 24)
(OFF) (p. 11, 15)
RINGER Selector
(p. 9)
($) (TONE) (p. 25)
(CH/FUNCTION) (Channel)
(p. 10, 11)
LOUD/SEARCH Key
((‹), (›)) (see below)
Display (p. 14)
(EDIT) (p. 10, 17, 20)
Headset Jack (p. 27)
How to use the LOUD/SEARCH key
This key has two active areas that are indicated by arrows.
≥Pressing the up or down arrow allows you
≥—to enter into the Caller List,
≥—to select the function items,
≥—to scroll through your phone book and the Caller
List, and
≥—to adjust the receiver volume on the handset.
LOUD/
SEARCH
Throughout these Operating Instructions, the LOUD/SEARCH key is
indicated by the arrows (‹) or (›).

Settings “
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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Connections
Power Outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Telephone
Line Cord
Single-Line
Telephone Jack
(RJ11C)
Raise the
antenna.
AC Adaptor
Fasten the AC adaptor
cord to prevent it from being
disconnected. Hook
≥USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQWATC1461M (Order No.
PQWATC1461M).
≥The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor
to feel warm during use.)
≥To connect a standard telephone on the same line, see page 29.
≥If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID services, you
cannot access those services.

“ Settings
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Battery Charge
Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 15 hours before
initial use.
≥The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights
and a beep sounds.
OR
IN USE/CHARGE Indicator
Installing the Battery
Install the battery and close the handset cover, locking it into place.
Black
Lead Red
Lead
Recharge
Recharge the battery when:
—“RECHARGE”is displayed,
—“ ” is displayed, or
—the handset beeps intermittently while it is in
use.
RECHARGE

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Preparation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Battery information
After your Panasonic battery is fully charged (p. 8):
≥The battery operating time may be shortened depending on usage conditions,
such as viewing the Caller ID Caller List or phone book, and ambient
temperature.
≥Clean 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.
≥If the battery is fully charged, you do not have to place the handset on the base
unit until “RECHARGE” and “ ” are displayed. This will maximize the battery life.
≥The battery cannot be overcharged.
Standby Mode (While 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 phone book
etc.). The display shows “STANDBY”.
The battery operating time is conserved in this mode.
Operation Operating time
While in use (TALK) Up to about 5 hours
Up to about 5 daysWhile not in use (Standby)
Ringer Volume
Set the RINGER selector to ON or OFF.
≥When set to OFF, the unit will not ring.

Programmable Functions
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Display Language
You can select ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH as the display
language. Your phone comes from the factory set to ENGLISH. If you
want to select the other language, program as follows:
1Press (CH/FUNCTION).
≥The current setting is displayed.
2Select “ENG”(ENGLISH), “ESP”(SPANISH) or “FRA”(FRENCH) by using (›) or (‹).
3Press (EDIT) to save.
≥A beep sounds.
≥The handset will return to the standby mode.
LANGUAGE: ENG
IDIOMA: ESP
You can program the following function items using the handset near
the base unit.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
≥You can exit the programming mode at any time by pressing (OFF).
≥If you do not press any buttons for 60 seconds, the unit will return to the standby
mode.
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.
1Press (CH/FUNCTION) twice.
≥The current setting is displayed.
2Select “PULSE”or “TONE”by using (›) or (‹).
3Press (EDIT) to save.
≥A beep sounds.
≥The handset will return to the standby mode.
DIAL MODE: TONE
DIAL MODE:PULSE
Ex. SPANISH is selected.

Making Calls “
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Basic Operation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
1Press .
≥After a few seconds, the display will show the
receiver volume.
2Dial a telephone number.
≥The dialed number is displayed.
3To hang up, press (OFF) or place the handset on the base unit.
≥If an alarm tone sounds in step 1, move closer to the base unit or place the
handset on the base unit, and try again.
≥If additional dialing is necessary after using speed dialing functions such as
phone book dialing (p. 22) or REDIAL, wait until speed dialing is finished to
continue further dialing. Otherwise, the unit may not dial properly.
(–– – /FLASH)
CONNECTING
To have a hands-free conversation, connect an optional headset to the
handset (p. 27).
TALK VOL
To dial after confirming the entered number (Predial)
1Dial a phone number.
≥If you misdial, press (MUTE/CLEAR).
One digit is erased from the right. Dial the
correct phone number.
2Press .
≥After a few seconds, the display will show the
receiver volume and phone number.
3To hang up, press (OFF) or place the handset on the base unit.
(–– – /FLASH)
CONNECTING
TALK VOL
To redial the last number dialed
Press ¤(PAUSE/REDIAL).
To redial after confirming the last number dialed
Press (PAUSE/REDIAL) ¤.
If noise interferes with the conversation
Press (CH/FUNCTION) to select a clearer channel in the talk mode or
move closer to the base unit.
(–– – /FLASH)
(–– – /FLASH)

To select the receiver volume
Press (‹) or (›) while talking.
≥Each time you press (‹) or (›), the volume level
will change by 4 levels.
Answering Calls
“ Making calls
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When a call is received, the unit rings and the IN USE/CHARGE indicator
on the base unit flashes quickly. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service,
the calling party information will be displayed after the first ring (p. 13). If
you do not subscribe to a Caller ID service, “INCOMING CALL” will be
displayed. In order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the
second ring to answer a call.
Lift the handset off the base unit and press .
≥You can also answer a call by pressing any button except (OFF)
(Any Key Talk).
(–– – /FLASH)
When an optional headset is connected (p. 27), make sure to use
the headset to talk with the caller. If you want to have a normal
cordless phone conversation, disconnect the headset.
To mute your conversation
Press (MUTE/CLEAR) while talking.
≥“MUTE” and the receiver volume are displayed.
≥The other party cannot hear you but you can hear
them.
To resume the conversation
Press (MUTE/CLEAR) again.
MUTE VOL
Backlit LCD display
The lighted handset display will stay on for a while after pressing a
handset button.
Ex. Receiver volume:
level 4
TALK VOL

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Basic Operation
The display shows the caller’s name,
phone number and the date and time
received after the first ring.
After you answer the call, the display
will show the receiver volume.
Caller ID Service “
This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephone
company. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party’s
information will be displayed after the first ring.
The unit can record information of up to 40 callers, including the date and
time received, in the Caller List. When the 41st call is received, the first
call is deleted.
Using the list, you can automatically call back a caller. You can store the
callers’ numbers from the Caller List into the phone book.
If you subscribe to a Call Waiting Caller ID Feature, when a second call is
received while talking, the new caller’s name, phone number and the date
and time received will be displayed (p. 26).
How caller information is displayed when a call is
received
TALK VOL
ROBINSON,TINA

“ Caller ID Service
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To check the number of new calls
If you have received 10 new calls, the display will show the following:
NEW CALL 10
≥Caller information cannot be displayed in the following cases:
≥—If the caller dialed from an area which does not provide a Caller ID service,
the display will show “OUT OF AREA”.
≥—If a long distance call is identified, and the caller’s name and/or number
cannot be received, the display will show “LONG DISTANCE”.
≥—If the caller has requested not to display his/her information, the display will
show “PRIVATE CALLER”.
≥—If the Caller ID information is interfered with during reception, the display will
show “ERROR”.
≥If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID services, you
cannot access those services.
≥The name display service may not be available in some areas. For further
information, please contact your telephone company.
What the display means
ROBINSON,TINA
Phone Number Shows which calls
you have not
checked.
Name
The date and time the
call has been received.
(ex. June 10, 3:10 PM)
The number of calls which
you have received.

Using the Caller List “
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Basic Operation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Viewing the Caller List
To check who has called, follow the steps below.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
1Lift the handset off the base unit and press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.
≥The display will show, for example, the following:
2To search from the most recent call, press (›). To search from the oldest call, press (‹).
≥To scroll between callers, press (›) or (‹).
3To exit the list, press (OFF).
≥A beep sounds and the handset will return to the standby mode.
≥If the Caller List is empty, you cannot enter the Caller List by pressing (›) or
(‹).
≥Once new calls have been checked, “ ” will not be displayed.
≥If you do not press any buttons for 60 seconds, the unit will return to the standby
mode.
SMITH,JACK

“ Using the Caller List
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Ex. When you search from the most recent call:
Lift the handset off the base unit and press (›).
≥If there is no name information for a caller,
the display will only show the phone
number.
To return to the previous caller,
press (‹).
To exit the Caller List, press (OFF).
≥The handset will return to the standby
mode.
START/END
Press (›).
Press (›).
Press (›).
Press (›).
Press (›).
SMITH,JACK
BROWN,NANCY
ROBINSON,TINA
JONES,TOM
*If the phone number is more than 12 digits,
the whole number will not be shown.
The remaining numbers will be displayed
alternately.
*

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Basic Operation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
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Editing the Caller’s Phone Number
The unit can edit a phone number into one of 3 patterns.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
1Lift the handset off the base unit and press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.
2Scroll to the desired caller by using (›) or (‹).
3Press (EDIT) to select a pattern.
≥Each time you press (EDIT),
the number is rearranged into one of
3 different patterns.
a1 – –
b
c–
≥The order in which patterns a–care
displayed depends on how the
telephone number is displayed in
step 2.
4After editing the number, you can continue with calling back or storing procedures.
To call back, press (See above).
To store the number in the phone book, press (AUTO/PROGRAM).
Follow the instructions on the display (p. 18).
≥The number edited in step 3 will not be maintained in the Caller List.
(–– – /FLASH)
Phone no.Area code
Phone no.
Phone no.Area code
a
b
c
Calling Back from the Caller List
1Lift the handset off the base unit and press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.
2Scroll to the desired caller by using (›) or (‹).
3Press .
≥The displayed phone number is dialed
automatically.
≥In some cases, you may have to edit the number before dialing (See below).
≥If a phone number is not displayed in the caller information, you cannot call back
that caller.
(–– – /FLASH)
TURNER,CINDY
TALK VOL
PARKER,FRED
PARKER,FRED
PARKER,FRED
PARKER,FRED

“ Using the Caller List
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Storing Caller List Information in the Phone
Book
You can store numbers that are in the Caller List in the phone book.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
1Lift the handset off the base unit and press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.
2Scroll to the caller you want to store in the phone book by using (›) or (‹).
≥If the number requires editing, see page 17.
3Press (AUTO/PROGRAM).
≥“CID” stands for Caller ID information.
4Press a memory station number ((0) to (9)).
≥A beep sounds.
≥The handset will return to the standby mode.
≥You can exit the programming mode at any time by pressing (OFF).
TURNER,CINDY
STORE CID TO ?

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Basic Operation
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Erasing Caller List Information
After checking the Caller List, you can erase some or all of the entries.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
To erase a specific caller from the Caller List
1Lift the handset off the base unit and press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.
2Scroll to the caller you want to erase from the Caller List by using (›) or (‹).
3Press (MUTE/CLEAR).
≥A beep sounds and the information is
erased.
≥After a few seconds, the display will show
the next or previous caller information.
To erase all entries in the Caller List
Before erasing all entries, make sure that “ ” is not displayed in the
recent Caller List.
1Lift the handset off the base unit and press (›) or (‹) to enter the Caller List.
2Press and hold (MUTE/CLEAR) until “CLEAR ALL CID?” is displayed.
≥“CID” stands for Caller ID information.
3Press (MUTE/CLEAR).
≥A beep sounds and all entries are erased.
≥The handset will return to the standby mode.
CLEARED
CLEAR ALL CID?
REAGAN,TOM
NO ITEMS STORED

Phone Book
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You can store up to 10 names and phone numbers in the phone book.
Using the phone book, you can make a call by selecting a name on the
handset display.
Storing Names and Numbers
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
1Press (AUTO/PROGRAM).
2Press a memory station number ((0) to (9)).
≥If an item is already stored, that information is
displayed.
3Press (EDIT).
4Enter a name, up to 15 characters, using the dialing buttons ((1) to (9)), (›) or (‹).
≥See the steps for entering names and symbols
(p. 21).
≥If a name is not required, press (EDIT) and go
to step 6.
5Press (EDIT).
6Enter a phone number, up to 24 digits.
≥Each time you press (MUTE/CLEAR), the digit
is erased from the right. To erase all of the
digits, press and hold (MUTE/CLEAR).
≥To show the cursor, press (›) after entering a
digit. Each time you press (MUTE/CLEAR),
the digit under the cursor is erased.
≥When you store the last number dialed, press
(PAUSE/REDIAL) instead of entering a phone
number.
7Press (EDIT) to save.
≥A beep sounds.
≥The handset will return to the standby mode.
≥If a pause is required for dialing, (PAUSE/REDIAL) can be stored in a phone
number counting as one digit (p. 26) in step 6.
≥You can exit the programming mode at any time by pressing (OFF).
≥If you do not press any buttons for 60 seconds, the unit will return to the standby
mode.
EMPTY
ENTER NAME :
TOM
ENTER NUMBER :
SELECT STATION#
TOM
TOM