Page 2 - Before Initial Use; For your future reference; Accessories; For Australia
Before Initial Use Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordlesstelephone. For your future reference Serial No. Date of purchase (found on the bottom of the unit) Name and address of dealer Attach or keep original receipt to assist with any repair under warranty. For Australia When you subscr...
Page 3 - For Best Performance; Battery Charge; hours; Base Unit Location/Noise; For maximum distance and noise-free
For Best Performance 3 Battery Charge A rechargeable Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd)battery powers the handset. Charge thebattery for about 6 hours before initial use (p. 11). • As preventative maintenance, clean thehandset and the base unit charge contactswith a soft, dry cloth once a month. Cleanmore often...
Page 4 - Contents
Preparation Location of Controls ....................................................................... 6 Display .............................................................................................. 8 Settings ..................................................................................
Page 5 - Useful Information
Special Features ..............................................................................40 How to Use the PAUSE Button (For PBX Line/ Long Distance Calls) ..........................................40 Automatic Security Code Setting ...................................................40Handset ...
Page 6 - Location of Controls; Handset; BACK; How to use the Navigator key
Location of Controls 6 Handset REDIAL REDIAL PAUSE PAUSE 0 7 8 9 FUNC TION/E XIT FUNCTION/EXIT CLEAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 CH CH LOUD LOUD SE SEARC RCH BACK BACK FWD ED IT EDIT ON OFF RECALL RECALL TALK DIRECT DIRECT Navigator Key ( , , BACK , FWD/EDIT ) (p. 14, 19, 23, 33) (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) (Channel) Button...
Page 7 - Preparation; Base unit
7 Preparation Base unit IN USE/CHARGE Indicator (p. 11) CALLER ID Indicator (p. 21, 22) IN U SE C H AR GE CALL ER ID SPREAD S PECTRUM Charge Contacts(p. 12) Antenna (p. 3, 10) HAN DSET LOCATOR Hook (p. 44) (HANDSET!LOCATOR) Button (p. 40)
Page 8 - Display
Display 8 The handset shows you instructions and information on the display.These display prompts are shown below. The Caller List is empty or there are no storeditems in the directory. The battery needs to be charged. Place thehandset on the base unit to charge the battery (p. 12). The display show...
Page 10 - Settings; Connections; For New Zealand
Settings 10 Connections To Power Outlet(AC 230 V–240 V, 50 Hz) AC Adaptor Telephone Line Cord Telephone Plug For New Zealand To Single-Line Telephone Jack Telephone Line Cord To Socket For Australia OR Raise theantenna. Fasten the cords to prevent themfrom being disconnected. Hook Hooks • USE ONLY W...
Page 11 - Battery strength; Display prompt; OR
11 Preparation Needs to be recharged. Battery Charge Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 6 hours before initial use. • The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights and a beep sounds. Battery strength You can check the battery strength on the handset display while thehandset is on the base ...
Page 12 - Standby mode; Battery information; Operation
Settings 12 *Within about 3 meters • The battery operating time may be shortened depending on usage conditions,such as viewing the Caller ID Caller List or directory list, and ambienttemperature. • As preventative maintenance, clean the handset and the base unit chargecontacts with a soft, dry cloth...
Page 13 - Selecting the Line Mode
13 Preparation Selecting the Line Mode If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to “B”.Otherwise the Call Waiting Caller ID Feature may not function (p. 41).Your phone comes from the factory set to “A”. Use the handset near the base unit.Make sure the handset is in the sta...
Page 14 - Programmable Functions; by using the handset near the
H Save DIRECT# Recall time Set line mode Talk switching H Save directory Ringer volume Program LCD contrast 14 Programmable Functions You can program the following functions by using the handset near the base unit . The display shows the programming instructions. See the corresponding pages for func...
Page 15 - Setting the Auto Talk Feature; Make sure the handset is in the standby mode initially.
15 Preparation Setting the Auto Talk Feature The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset offthe base unit without pressing (TALK) . If you want to use this feature, turn the feature ON by programming. Your phone comes from the factory setto OFF. Make sure the handset is ...
Page 16 - Selecting the Ringer Volume; To turn the ringer ON
16 Programmable Functions Selecting the Ringer Volume You can program the ringer volume to HIGH, LOW or OFF. If set to OFF,the unit will not ring. Your phone comes from the factory set to HIGH. Make sure the handset is in the standby mode initially. 1 Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) . 2 Press Ö or Ñ repeat...
Page 17 - Selecting the LCD Contrast
17 Preparation Selecting the 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 handset is in the standby mode initially. 1 Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) . 2 Press Ö or Ñ r...
Page 18 - Making Calls; If noise interferes with the conversation
18 Making Calls 1 Press (TALK) . 2 Dial a phone number. • The dialled number is displayed. • After a few seconds, the display will show thelength of the call and the battery strength. 3 To hang up, press (TALK) or place the handset on the base unit. • If the handset has lost communication with the b...
Page 19 - Basic Operation; To dial after confirming the entered number
19 Basic Operation To dial after confirming the entered number 1 Dial a phone number. • If you misdial, press (CLEAR) and dial again. 2 Press (TALK) . • After a few seconds, the display will show thelength of the call and the battery strength. 3 To hang up, press (TALK) or place the handset on the b...
Page 20 - Answering Calls; Auto Talk
20 Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, “ Incoming call ” is displayed and the CALLER ID indicator on the base unit flashes quickly. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party information will bedisplayed after the first ring (p. 21). In order to view the Caller I...
Page 21 - Caller ID Service; for Australia only; *Private name display; TINA ROBINSON
21 Basic Operation Caller ID Service The CALLER ID indicator lightwill flash quickly when a call is being received. This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephonecompany. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party’sinformation will be shown on the handset ...
Page 22 - To check the number of new calls; While the handset is off the base unit:; While the handset is on the base unit:; For New Zealand Users:
22 To check the number of new calls When new calls have been received, the CALLER ID indicator flashesslowly on the base unit. • If “ No items stored ” is displayed, the Caller List is empty. • Caller information cannot be displayed in the following cases: • —If the caller dialled from an area which...
Page 23 - Using the Caller List; Viewing the Caller List
23 Basic Operation Using the Caller List 1 Lift the handset off the base unitand 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 FWD/EDIT á (p. 36). 2 To search from the mostrecent call, press Ö . To search fro...
Page 24 - Ex. When you search from the most recent call:; To return to the previous caller,
Display meaning: √ : You have checked this caller information, answered the call or called back the caller. ✕ 2- ✕ 9 : The number of times the same caller called (up to 9). After checking, “ ✕ 2 ” – “ ✕ 9 ” will be replaced with “ √ ”. Using the Caller List 24 Ex. When you search from the most recen...
Page 25 - Calling Back from the Caller List
25 Basic Operation 1 Lift the handset off the base unit andpress Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. 2 Press Ö or Ñ repeatedly to find the desired caller. 3 Press (TALK) . • The displayed phone number is dialledautomatically. 035556667711:20A JAN12 ✕ 3 Talk 0355566677 Calling Back from the Caller List ...
Page 26 - Editing the Caller’s Phone Number
26 Using the Caller List For New Zealand Users: Your telephone company may charge you for a local call if the numberdialled has the area code prefix included. If the charge for local call isunacceptable, only the 7-digits of the local number should be dialledfrom your telephone. Do not dial the “0” ...
Page 27 - Storing Caller List Information in the Directory
27 Basic Operation Storing Caller List Information in the Directory You can store names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List intothe directory. Make sure the handset is in the standby mode initially. 1 Lift the handset off the base unit andpress Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. 2 Press Ö or...
Page 28 - Erasing Caller List Information; To erase a specific caller from the Caller List
28 Using the Caller List Erasing Caller List Information After checking the Caller List, you can erase some or all of the entries. Make sure the handset is in the standby mode initially. To erase a specific caller from the Caller List 1 Lift the handset off the base unit and press Ö or Ñ to enter th...
Page 29 - To erase all entries in the Caller List
29 Basic Operation To erase all entries in the Caller List Before erasing all entries, make sure that “ 0 new call ” is displayed. 1 Lift the handset off the base unit and press Ö or Ñ to enter the Caller List. 2 Press (CLEAR) . 3 Press Ö or Ñ to select “ All clear ”. 4 Press FWD/EDIT á ( Yes key) o...
Page 30 - Storing a Phone Number in the DIRECT Button
IH G =Next 1234567890123456789012 F =Edit H =Save 1234567890123456789012Save DIRECT# 1234567890123456789012 IH G =Next 4 While the arrow points to “ Save DIRECT# ”, press FWD/EDIT á ( Yes key). 5 Enter a phone number, up to 22 digits. • Each time you press (CLEAR) , a digit is erased. To erase all d...
Page 31 - Advanced Operation
Dialling the Stored Number in the DIRECTButton 1 Press (DIRECT) . • The stored number is displayed. 2 Press (TALK) . • The number is dialled. • You can also dial the stored number by pressing (TALK) then pressing (DIRECT) . 1234567890123456789012 Talk1234567890123456789012 31 Advanced Operation
Page 32 - Using the Directory
Using the Directory 32 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. When you receive a Caller ID call from a...
Page 34 - Selecting Characters to Enter Names; If you make a mistake while entering a name; Number of times key is pressed
34 Using the Directory Selecting Characters to Enter Names The handset dialling buttons ( (0) to (9) ), BACK Ü and FWD/EDIT á can be used to enter letters and symbols. The letters are printed on thedialling buttons.Pressing each button selects a character asshown below. • To enter another character ...
Page 36 - Finding Items in the Directory; To search for a name by initial
36 Using the Directory Finding Items in the Directory You can search the directory using the handset.Make sure the handset is in the standby mode initially. 1 Press BACK Ü or FWD/EDIT á to enter the directory list. 2 Press Ö or Ñ . • The first item is displayed. 3 Press Ö or Ñ repeatedly until the d...
Page 37 - Dialling from the Directory; Index; Index table
37 Advanced Operation 1 Press BACK Ü or FWD/EDIT á to enter the directory list. 2 Press Ö or Ñ . • The first item is displayed. 3 Press Ö or Ñ repeatedly to find the directory item that you want to dial. • To search for the item by initial, see page 36. • To exit the directory, press (FUNCTION/EXIT/...
Page 38 - Editing an Item in the Directory
38 Using the Directory Editing an Item in the Directory Make sure the handset is in the standby mode initially. 1 Press BACK Ü or FWD/EDIT á to enter the directory list. 2 Press Ö or Ñ . • The first item is displayed. 3 Press Ö or Ñ repeatedly to find the directory item you want to change, andpress ...
Page 39 - Erasing an Item from the Directory
39 Advanced Operation Erasing an Item from the Directory Make sure the handset is in the standby mode initially. 1 Press BACK Ü or FWD/EDIT á to enter the directory list. 2 Press Ö or Ñ . • The first item is displayed. 3 Press Ö or Ñ repeatedly to find the directory item you want to erase. • To sear...
Page 40 - Special Features
40 Special Features How to Use the PAUSE Button (For PBX Line/Long Distance Calls) We recommend you press (REDIAL/PAUSE) if a pause is required for dialling with a PBX or to make a long distance call.Ex. Line access number (9) (PBX) (9) \ (REDIAL/PAUSE) \ • Pressing (REDIAL/PAUSE) once creates a 3.5...
Page 41 - For Call Waiting Service Users in New Zealand; Call Waiting and Caller ID Compatible
41 Advanced Operation For Call Waiting Service Users in New Zealand Make sure the recall time is set to 600 msec for use with Telecom’s Call Waiting Service. Press (RECALL) 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 ...
Page 42 - Selecting the recall time; RECALL Button
Selecting the recall time The recall time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. You canselect the following recall times: “700, 600, 400, 300, 250, 110, 100 or 90msec (milliseconds)”. KX-TG2551AL comes from the factory set to “100msec” and KX-TG2551NZ comes from the factory set to “600 mse...
Page 43 - Adding Another Phone
Useful Information Adding Another Phone This unit will not function during a power failure. To connect a standardtelephone on the same line, use a telephone double adaptor (forAustralia) or a T-adaptor (for New Zealand). To Socket (Optional) Telephone Double Adaptor Standard Telephone Telephone Line...
Page 44 - Wall Mounting
44 Wall Mounting This unit can be mounted on a wall. 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 heard. To Po...
Page 45 - To charge the handset battery:; Wall Template
45 Useful Information 4 Install screws using the wall template below.Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, thenslide down. • Raise the antenna. • Fasten the telephone line cord to prevent it from being disconnected. 5 To charge the handset battery: Fix the charge contacts ( # ) and insert...
Page 46 - Using the Belt Clip; To attach the belt clip; Using an Optional Headset; Connection an optional headset to the handset
46 H When the optional headset is connected to the handset, make sureto use the headset to talk with the caller. If you want to have anormal cordless phone conversation, disconnect the headset. Using the Belt Clip You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the belt clip. Headset Jack To a...
Page 47 - a few minutes; Battery Replacement
If “ Recharge ” is displayed and/or “ ” flashes after a few telephone calls even if the battery was fully charged, replace the battery with a newPanasonic N4HKGMB00001 (P-P510) battery. 1 Press the notch on the battery coverfirmly and slide it as indicated by thearrow. 2 Remove the old battery and w...
Page 48 - Troubleshooting; Problem
48 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 does not ring. The handset display isblank. The handset display is stillb...
Page 51 - For Australian Customers
51 Useful Information For Australian Customers Panasonic Australia operates a toll free Customer Support Centre.Please phone Panasonic on 132600 for assistance. For New Zealand Customers Panasonic New Zealand operates a toll free Customer SupportCentre.Please phone 0800 Panasonic (0800 726276) for a...
Page 52 - Safety Instructions; Safety
52 Safety Instructions Take special care to follow the safety suggestions listed below. Safety 1) The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. 2) When left unused for a long period of time, the base unit should be u...
Page 53 - Medical
53 Useful Information WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THISPRODUCT TO LIQUID OR ANY TYPE OF MOISTURE. When a failure occurs which results in the internal parts becomingaccessible, disconnect AC adaptor immediately and return this unit to theplace of purchase or service centre....
Page 54 - For New Zealand Users Only; Specifications; Operating Environment:
54 Safety Instructions For New Zealand Users Only The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicatesonly that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimumconditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement ofthe product by Telecom, nor does it provid...
Page 55 - Important Information; Instructions to customer; Installation
55 Useful Information Important Information (For Australia only) SOCKET SCREW “A” PLUG Fig. 1 TELEPHONE CORD Connect to the PLUGas shown in Fig. 1. ( ) SCREW“B” Fig. 2 SCREW “B” Fig. 3 SOCKET SCREW “A” Fig. 4 Instructions to customer Installation Attached to this apparatus is an approval label. This...
Page 56 - Service difficulties; WARNING
Kyushu Matsushita Electric Co., Ltd. 1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan PQQX13462ZA-BM S0802-0 If you are satisfied with the operation of your telephone service afterplugging in your Permitted Attachment, your installation is completed. You will be unable to connect this Pe...
