Page 2 - Table of Contents
Introduction Model composition .......................................3Accessory information ..................................4 Important Information For your safety .............................................6Important safety instructions ........................7For best performance ..............
Page 3 - Model composition; Series; Introduction
Model composition n KX-TG6811 series n KX-TG6881 R Model shown is KX-TG6812. n KX-TG6821 series R Model shown is KX-TG6822. Series Model No. Base unit Handset Part No. Part No. Quantity KX-TG6811series KX-TG6811 KX-TG6811 KX-TGA681 1 KX-TG6812 KX-TG6811 KX-TGA681 2 KX-TG6881 *1 KX-TG6811 KX-TGA681 1...
Page 4 - Feature differences; Accessory information; Supplied accessories; Accessory item/Part number
Feature differences Series Answering system IntercomBetween handsets KX-TG6811 series – U *1 KX-TG6821 series U U *2 *1 KX-TG6812*2 KX-TG6822 Accessory information Supplied accessories No. Accessory item/Part number QuantityKX-TG6811KX-TG6821KX-TG6881 KX-TG6812KX-TG6822 A AC adaptor for base unit *1...
Page 5 - Additional/replacement accessories; Accessory item
G H Additional/replacement accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information. Accessory item Model number Rechargeablebatteries HHR-4MVT or HHR-4MRT *1 Battery type:– Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)– 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset DECT repeater KX-A405 Key finder KX-TG...
Page 6 - For your safety; WARNING; Power connection; Medical; CAUTION; Installation and location; Important Information
For your safety To prevent severe injury and loss of life/property, read this section carefully beforeusing the product to ensure proper and safeoperation of your product. WARNING Power connection R Use only the power source marked on theproduct. R Do not overload power outlets andextension cords. T...
Page 7 - Battery; USE ONLY rechargeable; Important safety; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; For best performance; Base unit location/avoiding noise
– the handset batteries need recharging or have failed. – there is a power failure.– the key lock feature is turned on. Battery R We recommend using the batteries notedon page 5. USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size. R Do not mix old and new batteries. R Do not open or mutilate the b...
Page 8 - Routine care; Other information; Specifications; RF transmission power:
should not be placed in rooms where thetemperature is less than 0 °C or greaterthan 40 °C. Damp basements should alsobe avoided. R The maximum calling distance may beshortened when the product is used in thefollowing places: Near obstacles such ashills, tunnels, underground, near metalobjects such a...
Page 9 - Setting up; Connections; Base unit; Battery installation; Getting Started
Setting up Connections n Base unit R Use only the supplied Panasonic ACadaptor. *1 *1 PNLV226BX: KX-TG6811BX/ KX-TG6812BX/KX-TG6821BX/KX-TG6822BX/KX-TG6881BXPNLV226E: KX-TG6811UE/KX-TG6812UE/KX-TG6821UE/KX-TG6881UE *DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL service. Correct Inc...
Page 10 - Battery charging; Fully charged; Charging; Note when setting up; Note for connections; Icon
Battery charging Charge for about 7 hours. R When the batteries are fully charged, “ Fully charged ” is displayed. Confirm “ Charging ” is displayed. Note when setting up Note for connections R The AC adaptor must remain connected atall times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feelwarm during use.) R...
Page 11 - Controls; Handset
Controls Handset A B C D E F G H IJ K Speaker M N (Talk) Dial keypad ( * : TONE) MZN (Speakerphone) MicrophoneReceiverDisplay MeN (Off/Power) M R/ECO N R: Recall/FlashECO: Eco mode shortcut key M N (Smart Function Key/Noise reduction key)NR indicator Charge contacts n Control type Soft keys The hand...
Page 12 - Message counter; Message indicator; Display; Handset display items; Item; Low; IN USE; Base unit display items
Charge contactsSpeaker M N (Locator) M N (Erase) Message counter MjN / MkN (Volume up/down) M N / M N (Repeat/Skip) M N (Play/Stop) Message indicator M N (Answer on) Display Handset display items Item Meaning Range status: The more barsvisible, the closer the handsetis to the base unit.Out of base u...
Page 13 - Turning the power on/off; Power on; Power off
Item Meaning - - “ Greeting Only ” is selected as the caller’srecording time. In this case,the answering systemanswers calls with a greetingmessage and callermessages are not recorded.(page 40) Handset soft key icons Icon Action Returns to the previous screen oroutside call.Displays the menu. OK Acc...
Page 14 - Initial settings; Off; Display language; English; Dialling mode; Tone; Smart Function Key (NR
Initial settings n Direct command code: Programmable settings can be accessed bypressing M N , # , and then the corresponding code on the dial keypad(page 23). Example: Press M N#101 . n Symbol meaning: Example: MbN : “ Off ” Press MCN or MDN to select the words in quotations. Important: R When you ...
Page 15 - Setting the Smart Function Key; OK; One touch eco mode
R The above features can be activateddepending the situation. R If you answer a call using the SmartFunction Key, the speakerphone isactivated. R Even if the handset is placed on the baseunit or charger, the feature can beactivated. You can talk or listen to newmessages *1 without lifting up the han...
Page 16 - Making calls; Using the speakerphone; Yes; Answering calls; Using the Smart Function Key; Making/Answering Calls
Making calls 1 Lift the handset and dial the phonenumber. R To correct a digit, press M C N . 2 Press M N . 3 When you finish talking, press MeN or place the handset on the base unit orcharger. Using the speakerphone 1 Dial the phone number and press MZN . R Speak alternately with the other party. 2...
Page 17 - Programming the volume beforehand:; Temporary handset ringer off; Useful features during a; Hold; Mute
Auto talk You can answer calls simply by lifting thehandset off the base unit or charger. You donot need to press M N . To turn this feature on, see page 26. Adjusting the handset ringer volume n While the handset is ringing for anincoming call: Press MDN or MCN repeatedly to select the desired volu...
Page 18 - Handset equalizer; Call share; Key lock; Power back-up operation
Press * (TONE) before entering access numbers which require tone dialling. Handset noise reduction (NR key) This feature allows you to hear the voice ofthe person you are talking to clearly, byreducing the surrounding noise coming fromthe other party’s telephone.Press M N to turn on/off while talkin...
Page 19 - When 2 or more handsets are registered:
mode. In addition, in case handset batterypower runs out, we recommend connectinga corded-type telephone (without ACadaptor) to the same telephone line or tothe same telephone line jack using aT-adaptor. R Calls cannot be made during a powerfailure until key lock is turned off (page 18). R If “ Plea...
Page 20 - Handset phonebook; Scrolling through all entries; Erasing entries; Erasing an entry; Chain dial; Phonebook
Handset phonebook The phonebook allows you to make callswithout having to dial manually. You can add100 names and phone numbers. Adding entries1 M N or MFN ( W ) a M N 2 MbN : “ New Entry ” a M OK N 3 Enter the party’s name (16 charactersmax.). a M OK N R You can change the character entrymode by pr...
Page 21 - Copying an entry; Copy; Copying all entries; Copy All
Note: R When storing a calling card access numberand your PIN in the phonebook as onephonebook entry, press MDN (Pause) to add pauses after the number and PIN asnecessary (page 16). R If you have rotary/pulse service, you needto press * (TONE) before pressing M N in step 1 to change the dialling mod...
Page 22 - Speed dial; Manual; Speed Dial
Speed dial You can assign 1 phone number to each ofthe dial keys ( 1 to 6 ) on the handset. Adding phone numbers to speeddial keys n By entering phone numbers: 1 Press and hold the desired speed dialkey ( 1 to 6 ). a M N 2 MbN : “ Manual ” a M OK N 3 Enter the party’s name (16 charactersmax.; page 4...
Page 23 - Programmable settings; Display the menu tree and direct command code table; Answer System; Programming
Programmable settings You can customise the unit by programming the following features using the handset.To access the features, there are 2 methods. n Scrolling through the display menus 1 M N 2 Press MCN , MDN , MEN , or MFN to select the desired main menu. a M OK N 3 Press MCN or MDN to select th...
Page 28 - Finder1; Special programming; Alarm
*9 This setting is available when you have the key finder (KX-TGA20EX). Read the installation guide for more information on the key finder. *10 For models with supplied key finders, the display shows “1: Finder1 ” . *11 If you register 2 or more key finders.*12 If you have 2 or more key finders.*13 ...
Page 29 - Night mode; Turning night mode on/off; Changing the start and end time; No Ringing; Changing the handset name
Arabic/Persian: Month/DateEnglish: Date/Month R Press M N to stop the alarm completely. R When the handset is in use, the alarm willnot sound until the handset is in standbymode. R Press any dial key, M N , or M N to stop the sound but keep the snooze functionactivated. R If you want to make an outs...
Page 30 - Storing unwanted callers; Save CID; Setting call restriction
Important: R When the unit receives a call from anumber that is stored in the call barred list,the call is logged in the caller list(page 32) with after the call is disconnected. Storing unwanted callers You can store up to 50 phone numbers in thecall barred list. Important: R You must store the pho...
Page 31 - Setting the repeater mode
Changing the base unit PIN(Personal Identification Number) Important: R If you change the PIN, please make note ofyour new PIN. The unit will not reveal thePIN to you. If you forget your PIN, contactan authorised service centre. 1 M N#132 2 Enter the current 4-digit base unit PIN(default: “ 0000 ” )...
Page 32 - Using Caller ID service; Caller ID features; Out of Area; Missed calls; Caller list; Missed Call; Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service Important: R This unit is Caller ID compatible. To useCaller ID features, you must subscribe to aCaller ID service. Contact your serviceprovider/telephone company for details. Caller ID features When an outside call is being received, thecaller information is displayed.Caller...
Page 33 - Edit
R If the handset is placed on the base unit orcharger, you need to lift up the handset toview the caller list after pressing M N . R When the unit has new messages *1 and missed calls, the unit can be operated toplay the new messages first and then showthe missed calls. *1 KX-TG6821 series: page 3 E...
Page 34 - Answering system; Greeting Only; Turning the answering; Call screening; On; Greeting message; Answering System
Answering system Available for: KX-TG6821 series (page 3) The answering system can answer and recordcalls for you when you are unavailable toanswer the phone.You can also set the unit to play a greetingmessage but not to record caller messages byselecting “ Greeting Only ” as the recording time sett...
Page 35 - Listening to messages; Key; Rewinding the message
Recording your greeting message1 M N#302 2 MbN : “ Yes ” a M OK N 3 After a beep sounds, hold the handsetabout 20 cm away and speak clearly intothe microphone (2 minutes max.). 4 Press M n N to stop recording. 5 MeN Using a pre-recorded greetingmessage The unit provides 2 pre-recorded greetingmessag...
Page 36 - Erasing all messages; Operating the answering system; Editing the number before calling back
Erasing all messages Press M N 2 times while the unit is not in use. Listening to messages using the handset When new messages have been recorded, is displayed on the handset with the total number of new messages. 1 To listen to new messages: M N#323 To listen to all messages: M N#324 2 When finishe...
Page 37 - Audible message alert; New message alert by a call; Editing the set phone number; Erasing the set phone number
Advanced new message alerting features Audible message alert This feature allows the base unit to beep toinform you of a new message arrival whennew messages are recorded. The base unitbeeps 2 times every minute until you listen tothe messages, if the “ Base Unit Beep ” setting is turned on. The def...
Page 38 - Remote operation; Remote access code; Deactivating remote operation; Voice guidance
– “ Inactivate ” : You can listen to the message by pressing 4 to play new messages (without entering the remoteaccess code). – “ Activate ” : You must enter your remote access code (page 38) and then press 4 to play new message. 1 M N#338 2 MbN : “ Remote Code ” a M OK N 3 MbN : “ Activate ” or “ I...
Page 39 - Answering system settings; For voice mail service subscribers; Number of Rings
Key Operation 1 Repeat message(during playback) *1 2 Skip message(during playback) 4 Play new messages 5 Play all messages 6 Play greeting message 7 Record greeting message 9 Stop recording Stop playback 0 Turn answering system off *4 Erase currently playing message *5 Erase all messages *6 Reset to...
Page 40 - Caller’s recording time; Minutes; Selecting “
– Change the number of rings of the voice mail service so that the answeringsystem can answer the call first. To doso, contact your service provider/telephone company. Caller’s recording time You can change the maximum messagerecording time allowed for each caller. Thedefault setting is “ 3 Minutes ...
Page 41 - Voice mail service; Voice Mail Service
Voice mail service Voice mail is an automatic answering serviceoffered by your service provider/telephonecompany. After you subscribe to this service,your service provider/telephone company’svoice mail system answers calls for you whenyou are unavailable to answer the phone orwhen your line is busy....
Page 42 - Handset locator; conference calls; Intercom; Answering a transferred call
Intercom Available for: KX-TG6812/KX-TG6822 Intercom calls can be made betweenhandsets. Note: R When paging the handset, the pagedhandset beeps for 1 minute. R If you receive an outside call while talkingon the intercom, you hear 2 tones. Toanswer the call, press MeN , then press M N . Making an int...
Page 43 - Character entry; Character entry modes; When the unit displays the character entry screen:; Useful Information
Character entry The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple charactersassigned to it. The characters that can be entered depend on the character entry mode(page 43).– Press MFN or MEN to move the cursor left or right. – Press dial keys to enter characters and n...
Page 45 - Error messages; Display message
Error messages Display message Cause/solution Base no power or No link. ReconnectAC adaptor. or No link. R The handset has lost communication with the base unit. Movecloser to the base unit and try again. R Unplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the unit.Reconnect the adaptor and try again. R Th...
Page 46 - Troubleshooting; General use; Problem
Troubleshooting If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the base unit’sAC adaptor and turn off the handset, then reconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor and turn on thehandset. General use Problem Cause/solution The handset does not turnon even after ...
Page 47 - Battery recharge
Programmable settings Problem Cause/solution The display is in alanguage I cannot read. R Change the display language (page 14). I cannot activate the ecomode. R You cannot set eco mode when you set the repeater mode “ On ” . If required, set the repeater mode to “ Off ” (page 31). I cannot register...
Page 48 - Caller ID
Problem Cause/solution I cannot make a call. R The dialling mode may be set incorrectly. Change the setting(page 14). R You dialled a call restricted number (page 30). R The key lock feature is turned on. Turn it off (page 18). Caller ID Problem Cause/solution Caller information is notdisplayed. R Y...
Page 49 - Liquid damage; Registering a handset to the base unit
Problem Cause/solution The unit does not emit thespecified number of rings. R If the first ring is turned off, the number of rings decreases by 1from the specified number of rings. Liquid damage Problem Cause/solution Liquid or other form ofmoisture has entered thehandset/base unit. R Disconnect the...
Page 50 - Deregistering a handset
Deregistering a handset 1 M N#131 R All handsets registered to the base unit are displayed. 2 MbN : Select the handset you want to cancel. a M OK N 3 MbN : “ Yes ” a M OK N R A confirmation tone sounds. R The handset does not beep when cancelling its own registration. 4 MeN 50 Useful Information TG6...
Page 51 - Index
Index A Alarm: 28 Answering calls: 16 Answering system: 34 Call screening: 34 Erasing messages: 35 , 36 , 39 Greeting message: 34 Greeting only: 40 Listening to messages: 35 , 36 , 38 New message alerting: 37 Number of rings: 39 Recording time: 40 Remote access code: 38 Remote operation: 38 Turning ...
Page 52 - For your future reference; Attach your purchase receipt here.
For your future reference We recommend keeping a record of the following information to assist with any repair underwarranty. Serial No. Date of purchase (found on the bottom of the base unit) Name and address of dealer Attach your purchase receipt here. 1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka ...