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Panasonic KX-TCD230FX Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic KX-TCD230FX Operating Instructions Manual

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TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 1 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM
This unit is compatible with Caller ID and SMS. To use these
features, you must subscribe to the appropriate service of your
service provider.
Charge the batteries for about 7 hours before initial use.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for
future reference.

Operating Instructions

Digital Cordless Phone
KX-TCD230FX
Model No.
Digital Cordless Answering System
KX-TCD240FX
Model No.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 1 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Operating Instructions Digital Cordless Phone KX-TCD230FX Model No. Digital Cordless Answering System KX-TCD240FX Model No. This unit is compatible with Caller ID and SMS. To use these features, you must subscribe to the appropriate service of your service provider.
  • Page 2 L In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Declaration of Conformity: L Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. declares that this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive 1999/5/EC.

  • Page 3: Feature Highlights

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 3 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Feature highlights Feature highlights Phonebooks This unit provides the handset phonebook (200 names and phone numbers; page 20) and the shared phonebook (20 names and phone numbers: KX-TCD240 only; page 22). These phonebooks allow you to make calls without having to dial manually.
  • Page 4 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 4 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Feature highlights Polyphonic ringtones You can change the ringtone heard when the unit rings for calls. For handset, you can choose from 5 ringtones and 10 melody tones for outside calls and intercom calls (page 27). For base unit, you can choose from 6 ringtones for outside calls (page 19).

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 5 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Table of Contents Preparation SMS (Short Message Service) Accessory information ....6 Important information ....7 Using SMS (Short Message Service).

  • Page 6: Accessory Information

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 6 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Preparation Accessory information Included accessories AC adaptor Telephone line cord Rechargeable batteries PQLV19CE AAA (R03) size HHR-4EPT Handset cover Operating instructions Quick guide Additional/replacement accessories Model No. Description P03P 2 rechargeable nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries KX-TCA121FX Additional Digital Cordless Handset KX-A272...

  • Page 7: Important Information

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 7 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Preparation Warning: Important information L To prevent the risk of electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain or any other type of moisture. General L Unplug this unit from power outlets if it L Use only the AC adaptor included with this emits smoke, an abnormal smell or makes product, noted on page 6.

  • Page 8: Controls And Displays

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 8 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Preparation L Only use the included base unit (or For business users in the European charger) to charge the battery(ies). Do not Union tamper with the base unit (or charger). If you wish to discard electrical and Failure to follow these instructions may electronic equipment, please contact your cause the battery(ies) to swell or explode.
  • Page 9 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 9 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Preparation E {C} (Talk) Base unit (KX-TCD230) F Navigator key C D E L {e}{v}: To search for the desired item in menus. L {>}: To select the desired item or move the cursor to the right.
  • Page 10 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 10 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Preparation Base unit (KX-TCD240) Displays Handset display icons Various icons appear on the handset display to indicate the current status of the unit. Display Meaning icon Within range of a base unit L When flashing: Handset is searching for base unit.

  • Page 11: Connections

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 11 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Preparation Display Meaning Connections icon KX-TCD230 users: When the AC adaptor is connected, a short The base unit or another beep will be heard. If it is not heard, check handset is on a call. the connections.

  • Page 12: Battery Installation

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 12 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Preparation of the adaptor may cause it to become When the batteries are fully charged, 5 disconnected. remains on the display. Battery installation Insert the batteries negative (T) terminal first. Close the handset cover. *The pictured model is KX-TCD230.

  • Page 13: Battery Replacement

    7 hours, the Setting dialling mode batteries must be replaced. (tone/pulse) Important: L We recommend the use of Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 6. If Change the dialling mode depending on your telephone line service. you install non-rechargeable batteries and start charging, the batteries may leak “Tone”: Select when you have a touch tone...

  • Page 14: Setting The Date And Time

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 14 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Preparation L If you changed the PIN, enter it (page L The date and time may be incorrect after a 35). power failure. In this case, set the date and time again. Select “Call Options”, then press {>}.

  • Page 15: Making/Answering Calls

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 15 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Making/Answering Calls Note: Making calls using the L You can also press {C} or {s} before pressing {R}. handset To make a call using the redial list Lift the handset and dial the phone The last 10 phone numbers dialled are number.

  • Page 16: Other Features

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 16 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Making/Answering Calls L Place the cursor on the number you Other features wish to erase, then press {C/T}. L Place the cursor to the right of where Voice enhancer you want to insert a number, then press the appropriate dial key.

  • Page 17: Making Calls Using The Base Unit

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 17 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Making/Answering Calls R button (to use the recall feature) Recording a telephone conversation {R} is used to access optional telephone using the handset (KX-TCD240 only) services. Contact your service provider for You can record your conversation while on details.

  • Page 18: Answering Calls Using The Handset

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 18 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Making/Answering Calls – If the handset is on the base unit, just lift L You can change the recall time (page 34). it up. Pause button (for PBX/long distance To adjust the speaker volume service users) Press {>} or {<} while talking.

  • Page 19: Answering Calls Using The Base Unit

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 19 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Making/Answering Calls When finished talking, press {ih} or To change ringtones place the handset on the base unit. You can change the ringtone used by the base unit. Auto talk feature KX-TCD230 users: You can answer calls simply by lifting the Press {<} or {>} repeatedly to select the...

  • Page 20: Phonebooks

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 20 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Phonebooks Categories Handset phonebook Categories can help you find entries in the handset phonebook quickly and easily. The handset phonebook allows you to make When adding an entry to the handset calls without having to dial manually.
  • Page 21 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 21 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Phonebooks Select “Index Search”, then press Select “Edit”, then press {>}. {>}. Edit the name if necessary (16 Select the character entry mode that characters max.; see page 59 for contains the character you are character entry), then press {j/OK}.

  • Page 22: Shared Phonebook (Kx-Tcd240 Only)

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 22 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Phonebooks Press {e} or {v} to select the desired L To search by first character (index dial key number, then press {>}. search), see page 20. To search by category, see page 21. L When the dial key is already used as a one touch dial key, “@”...
  • Page 23 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 23 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Phonebooks L Maximum recording time is 10 Searching by first character (index seconds. search) L Hold the handset about 20 cm away Press {k} 2 times. and speak clearly into the microphone. Press {R}.

  • Page 24: Copying Phonebook Entries

    Select “Save”, then press {>}. Handset phonebook entries (page 20) can Press {ih}. be copied from the handset to the phonebook of a compatible Panasonic Playing back an audible call handset. announcement Copying one entry Find the desired entry (page 23), then press {j/OK}.
  • Page 25 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 25 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Phonebooks Copying handset phonebook entries to the shared phonebook (KX-TCD240 only) Find the desired handset phonebook entry (page 20), then press {j/OK}. Select “Copy”, then press {>}. Press {0}. To continue copying another entry, select “Yes”, then press {>}.

  • Page 26: Handset Settings

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 26 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Handset Settings Guide to handset settings For your reference, a chart of all items which can be customised for the handset is printed below. L When customising the handset, the current item or setting is indicated by >. Handset settings Sub-menu Sub-menu 2...

  • Page 27: Time Settings

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 27 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Handset Settings Time settings Ringer setup Alarm Ringer volume An alarm will sound for 3 minutes at the set Press {j/OK}. time once or daily. Set the date and time Select “Handset Setup”, then press beforehand (page 14).

  • Page 28: Night Mode

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 28 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Handset Settings several seconds if the caller hangs up L If you use 12-hour time entry, select before you answer. You may hear a dial “AM” or “PM” by pressing {*} tone or no one on the line when you repeatedly before entering the time.

  • Page 29: Display Setup

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 29 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Handset Settings Select the desired setting, then press “Off”: Only the current date and time are displayed. {>}. Press {ih}. Press {j/OK}. Note: Select “Handset Setup”, then press L When the answering system answers the {>}.

  • Page 30: Call Options

    PIN. The unit will not reveal Select “Call Options”, then press the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, {>}. consult your nearest Panasonic service Select “Call Bar”, then press {>}. centre. Enter “0000” (default handset PIN).

  • Page 31: Default Settings

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 31 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Handset Settings Select “Reset Handset”, then press ® Changing the LetterWise {>}. language Enter “0000” (default handset PIN). You can change which language is used for L If you changed the PIN, enter it (page LetterWise character entry (page 44, 59).

  • Page 32: Base Unit Settings

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 32 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Base Unit Settings Guide to base unit settings For your reference, a chart of all items which can be customised for the base unit is printed below. L These items are customised using the handset. L When customising the base unit, the current item or setting is indicated by >.

  • Page 33: Ringer Setup

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 33 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Base Unit Settings Press {j/OK}. Ringer setup Press {ih}. Turning night mode on/off Night mode Press {j/OK}. Night mode allows you to select a block of Select “Base Unit Setup”, then time during which the base unit will not ring press {>}.

  • Page 34: Call Options

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 34 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Base Unit Settings Storing/changing emergency Call options numbers These settings determine which phone Changing the recall time numbers can be dialled while the call bar feature is on (page 30). Change the recall time, if necessary, depending on the requirements of your Press {j/OK}.

  • Page 35: Other Options

    PIN. The unit will not reveal {>}. the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, L If the memory location already consult your nearest Panasonic service contains a restricted number, the centre. number is displayed. Press {j/OK}.
  • Page 36 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 36 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Base Unit Settings Resetting the base unit to its default settings Press {j/OK}. Select “Base Unit Setup”, then press {>}. Enter “0000” (default base unit PIN). L If you changed the PIN, enter it (page 35).

  • Page 37: Caller Id Service

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 37 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Caller ID Service Category features for handset Using Caller ID service phonebook Categories can help you identify who is Important: calling by using different ringtones for L This unit is Caller ID compatible. To use different categories of callers.

  • Page 38: Caller List

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 38 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Caller ID Service Press {C} or {s}. Caller list Erasing caller information Press {j/OK}. Viewing the caller list and calling Select “Caller List”, then press back {>}. Phone numbers of the last 50 different Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to display callers will be logged in the caller list.
  • Page 39 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 39 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Caller ID Service provider’s voice mail service, see page 52 (KX-TCD 240 only).

  • Page 40: Sms (Short Message Service)

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 40 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM SMS (Short Message Service) Note: Using SMS (Short L If you try to send a message while SMS is turned off, a tone sounds and the Message Service) message is placed in the receive list with “FD”...

  • Page 41: Sending A Message

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 41 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM SMS (Short Message Service) service provider. Consult your SMS service provider for details. Sending a message L If your message contains over 160 characters, “@@Long Message@@” is Writing and sending a new displayed.

  • Page 42: Receiving A Message

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 42 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM SMS (Short Message Service) Press {e} or {v} repeatedly to select Press {j/OK} to read the message the message, then press {j/OK}. content. Press {j/OK}, select “Edit Note: Message”, press {>}, then continue L To call the message sender, press {C} from step 4, “Writing and sending a new or {s}.

  • Page 43: Guide To Sms Settings

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 43 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM SMS (Short Message Service) Select “Yes”, then press {>}. Storing the PBX line access Press {ih}. number (for PBX users only) Store your PBX line access number (4 digits Storing the sender’s number in max.) so that SMS messages are sent the handset phonebook properly.

  • Page 44: Available Character Entries For Sms

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 44 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM SMS (Short Message Service) Available character entries for SMS Important: L For character entry when entering the name for phonebook, etc., see page 59. The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it.
  • Page 45 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 45 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM SMS (Short Message Service) Alphabet character table (ABC) Numeric entry table (0-9) Greek character table (M) Extended character table (N) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase:...

  • Page 46: Answering System Features (Kx-Tcd240 Only)

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 46 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Answering System Features (KX-TCD240 only) Answering system Turning the answering system on/off The KX-TCD240 unit contains an answering system which can answer and record calls for you when you are unavailable to answer Using the base unit the phone.

  • Page 47: Listening To Messages

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 47 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Answering System Features (KX-TCD240 only) L Speak clearly about 20 cm away from Playing back the greeting the microphone. message Press {5} to stop recording. L The greeting message is played back. Using the base unit Note: Press {d}.
  • Page 48 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 48 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Answering System Features (KX-TCD240 only) Listening to new/all messages Repeating, skipping, stopping, When you have new messages: erasing a message during – the answer on indicator on the base unit playback flashes L To repeat a message during playback: –...

  • Page 49: Recording A Voice Memo Using The Handset

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 49 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Answering System Features (KX-TCD240 only) Calling back using the handset Direct command (Caller ID subscribers only) operation using the If caller information was received for the call, handset you can call the caller back while listening to a message.

  • Page 50: Remote Operation

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 50 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Answering System Features (KX-TCD240 only) 28, 33) activates. You need to select “30 sec.” for activating the ring delay Remote operation feature. Using a touch tone phone, you can call your Using the answering system phone number from outside and access the unit to listen to messages or change...

  • Page 51: Guide To Answering System Settings

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 51 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Answering System Features (KX-TCD240 only) L If message memory is full, erase L The greeting message is played back. unnecessary messages (page 51). L You can hang up, or enter your remote access code again and begin remote Remote commands operation.
  • Page 52 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 52 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Answering System Features (KX-TCD240 only) Select “Answer System”, then press Select “Recording Time”, then press {>}. {>}. Select “Settings”, then press {>}. Select the desired setting, then press {>}. Select “Number of Rings”, then press {>}.

  • Page 53: Multi-Unit Operation

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 53 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Multi-unit Operation Operating additional units Registering a handset to a base unit Additional handsets Up to 6 handsets can be registered to a To register an additional handset to a single base unit. Additional handsets will base unit (easy registration) give you the freedom to, for example, have The included handset and base unit are...

  • Page 54: Cancelling A Handset

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 54 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Multi-unit Operation Select “Select Base”, then press To register a handset to an additional {>}. base unit (manual registration) Select the desired base unit number, or You can register a handset to a base unit “Auto”, then press {>}.

  • Page 55: Intercom

    Intercom calls can be made between You can increase the range of the base unit handsets/base unit in the same radio cell. by using a DECT repeater. Please use only the Panasonic DECT repeater noted on page 6. Consult your Panasonic dealer for details.

  • Page 56: Transferring Calls, Conference Calls

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 56 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Multi-unit Operation Between a handset and the base Transferring calls, unit conference calls When a handset calls the base unit Outside calls can be transferred to the base Handset: unit or to a handset in the same radio cell. 2 Press {INT} and {0}.

  • Page 57: Between Handsets

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 57 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Multi-unit Operation Press {C} or {s} to answer the page. From the base unit to a handset L Handset 2 can talk with handset 1. Handset 1: When the base unit transfers a call to a To complete the call transfer, press handset {ih}.

  • Page 58: Useful Information

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 58 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Useful Information Wall mounting Screws Hook 108 mm Note: L Make sure the screws are securely fastened to the wall. L Do not pinch the telephone line cord and AC adaptor cord between the base unit and the wall.

  • Page 59: Available Character Entries

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 59 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Useful Information Available character entries Important: L For character entry when writing SMS messages, see page 44. The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it.
  • Page 60 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 60 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Useful Information Alphabet character table (ABC) Numeric entry table (0-9) Greek character table (M) Extended 1 character table (N) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase:...
  • Page 61 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 61 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Useful Information Extended 2 character table (O) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Cyrillic character table (P)

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 62 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Useful Information Troubleshooting If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the AC adaptor and turn off the handset, then reconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the handset. Initial settings Problem Cause &...
  • Page 63 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 63 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Useful Information Telephone Problem Cause & solution I cannot make or receive calls. L The AC adaptor or telephone line cord is not connected. Check the connections. L If you are using a splitter to connect the unit, remove the splitter and connect the unit to the wall socket directly.
  • Page 64 Cancel unused handset registrations from the base unit (page 54). L You entered the wrong PIN number. If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. L Locate the handset and the base unit away from...
  • Page 65 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 65 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Useful Information SMS (Short Message Service) Problem Cause & solution I cannot send or receive SMS L You have not subscribed to the appropriate service. messages. Consult your service provider. L The SMS message centre number(s) are not stored or are incorrect.
  • Page 66 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 66 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Useful Information Problem Cause & solution I cannot operate the answering L Another handset or the base unit user is using the system. answering system, SMS features, accessing the caller list or changing base unit settings. Wait for the other user to finish.

  • Page 67: Specifications

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 67 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Useful Information L The illustrations used in these operating instructions may differ slightly from the Specifications actual product. I Standard: Connections: DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless The unit will not work during a power failure. Telecommunications), We recommend you connect a standard GAP (Generic Access Profile)

  • Page 68: Index

    TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 68 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Index Language: 29 Standby mode: 29 Index E Emergency numbers: 34 A Alarm: 27 H Handset Answering calls Additional handsets: 53 Base unit: 19 Cancelling: 54 Handset: 18 PIN: 30 Answering system: 46 Power on/off: 13 Registration: 53 Listening to messages: 47...
  • Page 69 TCD230-240FX(e).book Page 69 Wednesday, June 8, 2005 7:15 PM Index Handset: 27 S SMS feature: 40 Speakerphone: 15, 17 T Temporary tone dialling: 17, 18 Transfer calls: 56 V Voice enhancer: 16 Voice mail: 38 Volume Receiver: 15 Ringer (Base unit): 19 Ringer (Handset): 27 Speaker (Base unit): 18 Speaker (Handset): 15...
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  • Page 72 1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Copyright: This material is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd., and may be reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written consent of Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.

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