Page 2 - Before Initial Use; Attach your purchase receipt here.
2 Before Initial Use Please read IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS on page 67 before use.Read and understand all instructions. Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordlesstelephone. Attach your purchase receipt here. Caller ID and Call Waiting Service and Voice Mail Service, where available, aret...
Page 3 - For Best Performance; Battery Charge; hours; Base Unit Location/Noise; For maximum distance and noise-free
3 For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) For Best Performance Battery Charge A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers thehandset. Charge the battery for about 15 hours before initial use (p. 12). Base Unit Location/Noise Calls are transmitted b...
Page 4 - Contents; Preparation
Contents 4 Preparation Location of Controls ...................................................................... 6 Display ............................................................................................. 8 Settings .........................................................................
Page 5 - Useful Information
5 Preparation Cordless Telephone Answering System Useful Information For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Intercom .........................................................................................46 Transferring a Call Using the Intercom ............................................
Page 6 - Location of Controls; Base unit; VOLUME; , Buttons; MIC
Location of Controls 6 Base unit MUTE TE RING ER INT INTERCOM ERCOM HOLD LD LOCATOR TOR IN U N USE SE CH CHARGE VOL VOLUME UME AUTO TO PR PROGRAM AM FL FL ASH ASH CA CALL WAI WAIT MIC REDIAL AL PAUS E SE TONE KX-TG KX-TG 2257 2257 VM VM IN USE/CHARGE Indicator (p. 12) (AUTO/PROGRAM) Button (p. 36, 3...
Page 7 - Handset
7 Preparation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Handset CH EDI T CALL L W A WAIT PAUSE USE TONE TONE VOICE MAIL VOICE MAIL 9 8 3 2 1 6 5 4 7 0 IN INTER COM SP -PH ONE CL CLEA R FUNC TION FUNCTION MUTE CA LLER IQ CALLER IQ
Page 8 - Display
Recharge 8 Display The handset shows you instructions and information on the display.These display prompts are shown below. The battery needs to be charged. Place thehandset on the base unit to charge the battery (p. 13). The display shows that you have received newcalls (p. 29). To check the new ca...
Page 9 - Not available
9 Preparation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Please lift upand try again. During a conversation, the display shows thelength of the call (ex. 1 hour, 6 minutes and 35seconds). The battery strength is also displayed(p. 13). The handset has lost communication with thebase unit. Plac...
Page 11 - Settings; Connections
11 Preparation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Settings Connections • USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. PQLV1Z). • The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptorto feel warm during use.) • To connect a standard telephone on the sa...
Page 12 - Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about; Installing the Battery in the Handset
12 Settings 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. Installing the Battery in the Handset
Page 13 - Operation; Recharge; Battery information; Recharge; Battery strength; Display prompt
13 Preparation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Up to 11 days Operation Operating time While in use (TALK) Up to 5 hours While not in use (Standby) • The battery operating time may be shortened depending on usage conditions,such as viewing the Caller ID Caller List or directory list...
Page 14 - Dialing Mode
14 Dialing Mode If you have touch tone service, set to “Tone”. If rotary or pulse service isused, set to “Pulse”. Your phone comes from the factory set to “Tone”. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. 1 Press (FUNCTION) . 2 Scroll to “ Program ” by pressing...
Page 15 - Line Mode
15 Preparation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Line Mode If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to “B”.Your phone comes from the factory set to “A”. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. 1 Press (FUNCTION) . 2 ...
Page 16 - Programmable Functions; You can program the following function items; using the handset near; . The display shows the programming instructions. See the; Press
-------------- H Set flash time Save mailbox# Voicemail tone Set line mode Set dial mode Talk switching CallerID edit LCD contrast -------------- -------------- H Save directory Ringer volume Ringer pattern Program -------------- 16 Programmable Functions You can program the following function items...
Page 17 - Auto Talk Feature; Program
17 Preparation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Auto Talk Feature The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset offthe base unit without pressing or . If you want to use this feature, turn the feature ON by programming. Your phone comes from thefactory set...
Page 18 - Ringer Volume; With the handset; To turn the ringer OFF
18 Programmable Functions Ringer Volume You can program the handset or base unit ringer volume to HIGH, LOWor OFF. If set to OFF, the handset or base unit will not ring. Your phonecomes from the factory set to HIGH. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. Wit...
Page 19 - Ringer Pattern
19 Preparation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Ringer Pattern You can select the handset or the base unit ringer pattern out of 6patterns. When an incoming call is being received, the unit rings in theselected pattern.Your phone comes from the factory set to 1. Make sure the unit i...
Page 20 - LCD Contrast
20 LCD Contrast You can program the handset LCD contrast (5 levels). To make thehandset display clearer, set to high level. Your phone comes from thefactory set to level 3. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. 1 Press (FUNCTION) . 2 Scroll to “ Program ” b...
Page 21 - Basic Operation; or place the; Talk; Off; Making Calls
21 Basic Operation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1 Press . 2 Dial a phone number. • The dialed number is displayed. • After a few seconds, the display will show thelength of the call and the battery strength. 3 To hang up, press (...
Page 22 - Hands-free Digital Duplex Speakerphone; If noise interferes with the conversation
22 Hands-free Digital Duplex Speakerphone For best performance, please note the following: • Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet room. • If the other party has difficulty hearing you, press Ö to decrease the speaker volume. • If the other party’s voice from the speaker cuts in/out during a c...
Page 23 - To dial after confirming the entered number; To redial using the redial list
23 Basic Operation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) To dial after confirming the entered number 1 Dial a phone number. • If you misdial, press (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR) . One digit is erased. Dial the correct phone number. 2 Press .ORTo have a hands-free phone conversation,press , and w...
Page 24 - While using; Backlit LCD display; HIGH
24 Making Calls To adjust the receiver volume (HIGH, MEDIUM or LOW)or speaker volume (6 levels) while talking To increase, press Ñ . To decrease, press Ö . • The display will return to the length of the call. While using • Each time you press Ö or Ñ , the volume level will change among 3 levels (HIG...
Page 25 - Base Unit
25 Basic Operation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1 Press (SP-PHONE) . • The SP-PHONE indicator lights. 2 Dial a phone number. 3 When the other party answers, talk into the MIC (microphone). 4 To hang up, press (SP-PHONE) . • The indicator light goes out. • To switch to the handse...
Page 26 - To adjust the speaker volume (8 levels) while talking; To redial the last number dialed on the base unit
26 Hands-free Digital Duplex Speakerphone For best performance, please note the following: • Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet room. • If the other party has difficulty hearing you, press VOLUME to decrease the speaker volume. • If the other party’s voice from the speaker cuts in/out durin...
Page 27 - Incoming call; Auto Talk; Answering Calls
Base Unit 1 Press (SP-PHONE) . • The SP-PHONE indicator lights. 2 Talk into the MIC . 3 To hang up, press (SP-PHONE) . • The indicator light goes out. • You can select the ringer volume while a call is being received. Press (MUTE/RINGER) while the base unit is just ringing. To set to OFF, press and ...
Page 29 - new calls; Viewing the Caller List; Received calls; Using the Caller List
29 Basic Operation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1 Press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. • The display will show, for example, the following. • You can go to the directory list bypressing á (p. 42). 2 To search from the mostrecent call, press Ö . To search from the oldestcall, p...
Page 30 - Ex. When you search from the most recent call:; To return to the previous caller,; new call
30 Ex. When you search from the most recent call: SMITH,JACK 1-222-333-4444 3:10P JUN10 Press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. Press Ö . Press Ö . Press Ö . Press Ö . Press Ö . To return to the previous caller, press Ñ . To exit the Caller List, press (OFF) . • If there is no name information for ac...
Page 31 - Calling Back from the Caller List; new calls
31 Basic Operation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1 Press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. 2 Scroll to the desired caller by pressing Ö or Ñ . 3 Press or . • The displayed phone number is dialedautomatically. TURNER,CINDY 1-234-456-789011:20A JAN12 ✕ 3 Talk 12344567890 Calling Bac...
Page 32 - Editing the Caller’s Phone Number; The Caller ID Number Auto Edit Feature; Yes; Next; new calls
32 Using the Caller List Editing the Caller’s Phone Number You can edit a phone number into one of 3 patterns (see below a , b , and c on this page) to call back or store it into the directory. The Caller ID Number Auto Edit Feature (p. 33) This feature will allow the unit to edit a Caller ID number...
Page 34 - Storing Caller List Information in the Directory; Enter name
34 Using the Caller List Storing Caller List Information in the Directory You can store phone numbers that are in the Caller List into the directory. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. 1 Press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. 2 Scroll to the caller you w...
Page 35 - Erasing Caller List Information; To erase a specific caller from the Caller List; To erase all entries in the Caller List
Erasing Caller List Information After checking the Caller List, you can erase some or all of the entries. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. To erase a specific caller from the Caller List 35 Basic Operation For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(72...
Page 36 - Speed Dialer; Storing Phone Numbers; To erase a stored number
36 Speed Dialer Storing Phone Numbers You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the base unit. The dialingbuttons ( (0) to (9) ) function as memory stations. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. 1 Press (AUTO/PROGRAM) . • The IN USE/CHARGEindicator flashes. ...
Page 37 - Dialing a Stored Number; Advanced Operation
37 For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Dialing a Stored Number 1 Press (SP-PHONE) . • The SP-PHONE indicator lights. 2 Press (AUTO/PROGRAM) . 3 Press a memory station number ( (0) to (9) ). • The stored number is dialed. • Numbers stored in the base unit can only be dialed from the bas...
Page 38 - Directory; Storing Names and Numbers
38 Directory You can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in the directory usingthe handset. All directory items are sorted by the first word in alphabeticalorder. Using the directory, you can make a call by selecting a name onthe handset display. Storing Names and Numbers Make sure the unit is no...
Page 39 - Save directory; Save
39 For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1 Press (FUNCTION) . 2 Press á at “ Save directory ”. • The display shows the number of stored itemsin the directory. 3 Enter a name, up to 15 characters with thedialing buttons, Ü or á . • See the steps for entering names and symbols(p. 40). • If...
Page 40 - Number of times key is pressed; Entering Names and Symbols; Keys; If you make a mistake while entering a name
40 # & ’ ( ) , – . / 1 a b c A B C 2 d e f D E F 3 g h i G H I 4 j k l J K L 5 m n o M N O 6 p q r s P Q R S 7 t u v T U V 8 w x y z W X Y Z 9 0 Blank To move the cursor to the left To move the cursor to the right (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (0) Ü á 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Number of time...
Page 42 - Finding Stored Items; Telephone number; Directory list; To search for a name by initial
42 Finding Stored Items You can search the directory using the handset. Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. 1 Press Ü or á to enter the directory list. • You can go to the Caller List by pressing á (p. 29). 2 Press Ö or Ñ . • The first item is displayed. ...
Page 43 - Dialing; Index; Index table
43 For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1 Press Ü or á to enter the directory list. 2 Press Ö or Ñ . • The first item is displayed. 3 Scroll to the desired item that you want todial by pressing Ö or Ñ . • To search for the item by initial, see page 42. • To exit the directory list, pres...
Page 44 - Editing
44 Jane Walker1-234-456-7890 Editing Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. 1 Press Ü or á to enter the directory list. 2 Press Ö or Ñ . • The first item is displayed. 3 Scroll to the directory item you want tochange by pressing Ö or Ñ , and press á . • To s...
Page 45 - Erasing
45 For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Erasing Make sure the unit is not being used and the handset is lifted off thebase unit. 1 Press Ü or á to enter the directory list. 2 Press Ö or Ñ . • The first item is displayed. 3 Scroll to the directory item that you want toerase by pressing Ö...
Page 46 - A 2-way intercom is possible between the handset and the base unit.; Paging the base unit from the handset; on the; Paging the handset from the base unit (Handset locator); Using this feature, you can also locate a misplaced handset.; to; To end the intercom, press
46 Intercom A 2-way intercom is possible between the handset and the base unit. Paging the base unit from the handset 1 Handset:Press (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR) . Talk to the paged party afterthe beeps. • “ Intercom ” is displayed. 2 Base unit:When the other party’svoice is heard, answerusing the MIC . 3...
Page 47 - During an intercom call:; Transferring a Call Using the Intercom; From the base unit to the
47 For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) During an intercom call: • If the handset user has difficulty hearing the base unit user, decrease thebase unit speaker volume by pressing VOLUME . • If an incoming call is received, the intercom call stops and the unit starts toring. To answer, p...
Page 48 - Storing a Voice Mail Access Number; Voice Mail Service
48 Voice mail service is an electronic on-line answering system offered byyour telephone company. After subscribing, the voice mail system cananswer calls automatically when your line is busy or if calls are notanswered. Callers can leave messages by following the pre-recordedinstructions. When voic...
Page 49 - Setting the Voice Mail Tone
* For quick access to your voice mail box by using (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/VOICE!MAIL) or (VM) , you may add pauses between your voice mail box access number and your mail box password in step 6. EX. 1-222-333-4444 PPPP 8888 Your voice mail box access number Your mail box password Pauses Pressing (REDIAL/P...
Page 50 - Listening to Voice Mail Messages; Voicemail
50 Voice Mail Service • If “ Voicemail ” still remains on the display or the VM (Voice mail) indicator still flashes even if you have listened to your voice mail message(s), press (FUNCTION) , and press and hold (HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR) until the unit beeps. “ Voicemail ” will disappear and the VM (Voi...
Page 51 - Special Features
51 For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Special Features
Page 52 - For Call Waiting Service Users; Call Waiting Caller ID Feature; How to Use the PAUSE Button
52 Special Features For Call Waiting Service Users Press (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/VOICE!MAIL) or (FLASH/CALL!WAIT) if you hear a call-waiting tone while talking. • The first call is put on hold and you can answer the second call. • To return to the first caller, press (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/VOICE!MAIL) or (FLASH/...
Page 53 - FLASH Button; Selecting the flash time
53 For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) FLASH Button Pressing (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/VOICE!MAIL) or (FLASH/CALL!WAIT) allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring anextension call or accessing special telephone services (optional) such ascall waiting. • Pressing (F...
Page 54 - Wall Mounting; This unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate.
54 Wall Mounting This unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate. 2 Connect the AC adaptor. 3 Tuck the telephone line cord insidethe wall mounting adaptor, thenpush it in the direction of the arrow. • The word “UP” should face upward. 1 Push the hook and turn it around.Turn the hook until a click is ...
Page 55 - To charge the handset battery:; Fix the charge contacts (
55 Useful Information For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 4 Connect the telephone line cord.Mount the unit, then slide down. • Raise the antenna. • Fasten the telephone line cord toprevent it from being disconnected. 5 To charge the handset battery: Fix the charge contacts ( # ) and in...
Page 56 - You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the belt clip.; To attach the belt clip; Connecting an optional headset to the handset
56 H You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the belt clip. To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Headset Jack The illustration headsetis a KX-TCA88. Connecting an optional headset to the handset Open the headset jack cover, and connect an optional headset to theheadset jack ...
Page 57 - Battery Replacement
57 Useful Information For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Battery Replacement A nickel cadmium battery that is recyclable powers theproduct you have purchased. At the end of its useful life,under various state and local laws, it is illegal to dispose ofthis battery into your municipal ...
Page 58 - Adding Another Phone
58 Adding Another Phone This unit will not function during a power failure. To connect a standardtelephone on the same line, use the Panasonic T-adaptor KX-J66.To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2.
Page 59 - Troubleshooting; Problem; No link to base; Remedy
59 Useful Information For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Troubleshooting Problem The unit does not work. “ No link to base Place on cradle and try again. ” is displayed and an alarm tone sounds. Static, sound cuts in/out,fades. Interference fromother electrical units. The handset and/...
Page 63 - About the CALLER IQ indicator
63 Useful Information For assistance, please call openLCR: 1-866-openLCR (1-866-673-6527) About the CALLER IQ indicator; • While the unit is downloading fromopenLCR to activate the Caller IQfeatures or the telephone directory (p. 65), the CALLER IQ indicator flashes. • When the Caller IQ features is...
Page 64 - To set Caller IQ to OFF; Setting Caller IQ to OFF and ON; To set Caller IQ from OFF to ON; openLCR Service for Caller IQ Feature
64 To set Caller IQ to OFF (When Caller IQ is ON.) 1 Press (CALLER!IQ) . 2 Press (0) . 3 Press (3) . 4 Press (#) . • A beep sounds and Caller IQ function is set toOFF. • The handset will exit the programming mode. • If 3 beeps sound, Caller IQ is not set to OFF.Start again from step 1. Setting Calle...
Page 65 - To download the directory data from openLCR; Downloading the Telephone Directory Data; To edit the directory data
To download the directory data from openLCR 1 Press or , and then, press (CALLER!IQ) . 2 Press (#) . • The unit will dial to openLCR automatically. • A voice prompt will be heard. 3 Follow the voice prompt to startdownloading. • When the downloading starts, the display willshow the message on the ri...
Page 66 - To view information; Information Download; To update information
To view information 1 Press (CALLER!IQ) . 2 Press (1) . • The items of information which you selected onthe web are displayed. 3 Select the desired information by pressingdialing buttons (1) to (3) . 4 Find more information by pressing Ö or Ñ . 5 When finished, press (OFF) or place the handset on th...
Page 67 - Important Safety Instructions; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
67 Useful Information For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Important Safety Instructions When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followedto reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 1 1. Read and understand all instructions. 1 2. Follow all war...
Page 68 - FCC and Other Information
68 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow theseinstructions.1. Use only the battery(ies) specified.2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions. 3. Do not open or mutila...
Page 72 - Carefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton.
For product service • Call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) for the location of an authorized servicenter. • Panasonic’s e-mail address for customer inquiries:[email protected] for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico ONLY When you ship the product • Carefully pack your unit, preferably in the origi...