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Panasonic KX-TCD950E-B Operating Instructions Manual

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Digital Cordless Phone
KX-TCD950E-B
Model No.
Operating Instructions
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE.
Charge the battery for about 3 hours before initial use.
This equipment is not designed for making emergency
telephony calls when the power fails. Alternative arrangements
should be made for access to emergency services.

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  • Page 1 Digital Cordless Phone KX-TCD950E-B Model No. Operating Instructions PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for about 3 hours before initial use. This equipment is not designed for making emergency telephony calls when the power fails. Alternative arrangements...

  • Page 2: Important Information

    Important Information APPROVED for connection to telecommunication systems spec- ified in the instructions for use subject to the conditions set out in them. 608310 Do not connect the AC adaptor to any AC outlet other than the standard AC 230–240 V, 50 Hz. •...
  • Page 3 This apparatus is not suitable as an extension to a payphone or for use on a party line with shared service. This cordless telephone has been designed to operate on radio frequencies which have been assigned to the exclusive use of cordless telephones.

  • Page 4: Before Initial Use

    Before Initial Use Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic digital cordless telephone. For your future reference Serial No. (found on the bottom of the unit) Name and address of dealer Included with this unit AC Adaptor (p. 12) Order No. KX-TCA9E Handset Cover (p.

  • Page 5: For Best Performance

    For Best Performance Battery Charge A rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery powers the handset. Install the battery (p. 12) and charge it for about 3 hours before initial use (p. 14). Operating Distance/Noise Elimination Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using wireless radio waves.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Preparation Location of Controls ...8 Settings ...12 Installing the Battery in the Handset ...12 Connections ...12 Battery Charge ...14 Turning the Power ON ...16 Selecting the Dialling Mode ...17 Installing the Handset Clip...19 Chapter 2 Basic Operations Making Calls ...20 Answering Calls ...23 Setting the Receiver Volume...24...
  • Page 7 Base Unit ...58 Intercom between Handsets...58 Transferring a Call from One Handset to Another...59 Conference ...60 Setting the Call Waiting Tone...61 For Optional Multi-KX-TCD950E-B Users...62 Operating More than One Base Unit ...62 Registration at More than One Base Unit ...66 Accessing the Base Unit...69...

  • Page 8: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls Base unit Charge Contacts (p. 15) Page Button Antenna (p. 5, 13) (p. 32, 48) In Use Indicator ( Charge Indicator ( (p. 14) ) (p. 32, 48)
  • Page 9 Handset Display (p. 10) Redial/Pause Button (p. 21, 22, 29) Talk Button (p. 20) Program Button (p. 17, 27) Tone Button (p. 30) Recall Button (p. 30) Charge Contacts (p. 15) A B C D E F G H I JK L M NO PQ RS...

  • Page 10: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls Handset display 8888888888.88 - i - 0 i - 30 - 40 [ I ] - [ 2 ] 00 - 00 - 03 - i - 432 i This display shows all of the possible configurations. The handset is in the stand-by mode.
  • Page 11 Symbols The handset is in range of the base unit. Receiving/dialling/programming functions can be performed. The handset is out of range. Move closer to the base unit. (Flashing) The handset is being paged from another unit. (Flashing) The handset is paging another unit and/or the unit is in the intercom mode (p.

  • Page 12: Settings

    Settings Installing the Battery in the Handset Install the battery and the battery cord as shown. Then install the handset cover. Cord(Black) Cord(Red) If the rechargeable battery is not inserted correctly, the handset will not work. Connections Plug in the AC adaptor cord and the telephone line cord to the bottom of the unit.
  • Page 13 Connect the cords as shown. Raise the antenna. USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR KX-TCA9E. Be sure not to confuse the telephone line jack with the AC adaptor jack on the base unit. If connected improperly, the base unit will not work and damage may occur.

  • Page 14: Battery Charge

    Settings Battery Charge At the time of shipment, the battery is not charged. To charge, place the handset on the base unit. Please charge the battery for at least 3 hours before initial use. Once the handset is placed on the base unit, the charge indicator ( Battery strength You can check the present battery strength on the display.

  • Page 15: Battery Information

    Battery information If your Panasonic battery is fully charged: Operation While in use (Talk) While not in use (Stand-By) Battery life may vary depending on usage conditions and ambient temperature. Clean the handset and the base unit charge contacts with a soft dry cloth once a month.

  • Page 16: Turning The Power On

    Settings Turning the Power ON Press (Power/Ringer) briefly. The current connected base unit number is displayed. You can select displaying either the base unit number, handset number or no display by programming (p. 52). The handset is in the stand-by mode. To turn the power OFF, press The display will go blank.

  • Page 17: Selecting The Dialling Mode

    Selecting the Dialling Mode You can program the dialling mode by using the handset near the base unit. If you have touch tone service, set to TONE. If rotary or pulse service is used, set to PULSE. The factory preset is 1 (TONE). Be sure that the power is ON (p.
  • Page 18 Settings You can determine which type of local BT exchange you are connected to using the following procedure. 1. Ensure that the dialling mode is selected to TONE. 2. Press (Talk), then identify the dial tone. 3. Dial a number you are familiar with. 4.

  • Page 19: Installing The Handset Clip

    Installing the Handset Clip If necessary, you can attach the handset clip so you can hang the handset on your belt or pocket. To remove the handset clip...

  • Page 20: Making Calls

    Making Calls Display Talk Button Cancel Button Press (Talk). " " is displayed. Dial a phone number. If you misdial, press again. The dialled number is displayed. The display starts showing the length of the call about 7 seconds after dialling the last digit (p.

  • Page 21: To Redial The Last Number

    To dial after confirming the entered number Enter a phone number. If you misdial while dialling a number; To erase one digit, press briefly. To erase all of the digits, press firmly. Then you can dial the correct number. Press (Talk).
  • Page 22 Making Calls To redial after confirming the numbers in redial memory The unit automatically stores the last 10 numbers dialled into redial memory. Press (Redial/Pause) to select the desired phone number. You can scroll through the numbers by pressing To return the stand-by mode, press (Cancel) firmly.

  • Page 23: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls Make sure that the power is ON (p. 16), or the handset will not ring. If the handset is off the base unit, press (Talk). The display starts showing the length of the call. If on the base unit, just lift up. To hang up, press the handset on the base unit.

  • Page 24: Setting The Receiver Volume

    Setting the Receiver Volume You can program the handset receiver volume (3 levels) according to your needs. The lowest setting is 1 and the highest setting is 3. The factory preset is 2. Press (Program). " " is displayed. Press The current handset receiver volume is displayed.

  • Page 25: Setting The Ringer Volume

    Setting the Ringer Volume You can program the handset ringer volume (6 levels) according to your needs. The lowest setting is 1 and the highest setting is 6. The factory preset is 3. Press (Program). Press twice. The current handset ringer volume is displayed and rings.

  • Page 26: Automatic Dialling

    Automatic Dialling Storing Phone Numbers in Memory You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the handset. The dialling buttons ( Be sure that the power is ON (p. 16) and you are in the stand-by mode. Display Talk Button Program Button Memory sticker Use the included memory sticker as a name...
  • Page 27 Press (Program). " " is displayed. Press (Auto). Press a memory station number ( The current stored number is displayed. Enter a phone number up to 24 digits. The entered number is displayed. If you misdial while dialling a number; To erase one digit, press briefly.

  • Page 28: Dialling A Stored Number

    Automatic Dialling Dialling a Stored Number Press (Talk). Press (Auto). Press a memory station number ( The stored number is dialled. To dial after confirming the phone number Press (Auto). Press the memory station number ( Press (Auto) repeatedly to find the number you want to dial.

  • Page 29: Special Features

    Special Features Redial/Pause Button Program Button Tone Button Recall Button How to Use the Pause Button (For Analogue PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) We recommend you press dialling with a PBX or to access a long distance service. Ex: Line access number (Redial/Pause) Pressing (Redial/Pause) once creates a pause.

  • Page 30: Temporary Tone Dialling (For Rotary Or Pulse Service Users)

    Special Features Temporary Tone Dialling Before dialling access numbers which require tone dialling, you must press the following buttons. 1. Press (Program). 2. Press (Tone). 3. Press (Program). The dialling mode changes to tone. You can enter numbers to access an answering system, electronic banking service, etc.
  • Page 31 Setting the FLASH/EARTH mode If your unit is installed behind a PBX with an earth function, you must select the earth mode. The factory preset is "1" (FLASH). Press (Program), then Press Enter the base unit password (p. 35). Press The current setting is displayed.

  • Page 32: Setting The Key Lock

    Special Features Setting the Key Lock You can lock the handset dialling buttons. Incoming calls can be answered, but outgoing calls can not be dialled until the key lock is cancelled. When the unit is in the stand-by mode, press and hold (Program) for about 2 seconds.

  • Page 33: Summary Of Programming Features

    Summary of Programming Features This unit has base unit programming and handset programming modes. Be sure that the power is ON (p. 16), you are in the stand-by mode, and the handset is near the base unit. See the noted pages for details. The base unit program mode has the following functions.

  • Page 34: Setting The Password

    Clearing the Settings in Handset Memory (p. 45) Cancelling a Base Unit (p. 51) Once you have programmed the password, you cannot confirm it. We recommend you write down the password. If you forget it, please consult with your nearest Panasonic Service Center. Press (Program). "...

  • Page 35: On The Base Unit

    Registering a Handset in the Base Unit (p. 48) Once you have programmed the password, you cannot confirm it. We recommend you write down the password. If you forget it, please consult with your nearest Panasonic Service Center. Press (Program), then "...

  • Page 36: Call Prohibition

    Call Prohibition You can prohibit anyone from making a call with your handset except for emergency calls (999, 112). Only incoming calls are accepted. The factory preset is 0 (OFF). Setting the Call Prohibition Mode Press (Program). Press , then Enter the handset password (p.
  • Page 37 A confirmation tone sounds. " " goes out. The unit will cancel the call prohibition mode. In case you forget your PIN code, please consult with your nearest Panasonic Service Center. (Program). 4 i - - - - 4 i i...

  • Page 38: Call Restriction

    Call Restriction You can restrict desired handset(s) from dialling selected telephone numbers. For selected handset(s), you can assign up to 6 call restriction numbers (up to 8 digits). After storing, all telephone numbers beginning with the restricted digits cannot be dialled out. For example, if "00" is assigned as the call restriction number, international calls cannot be made.
  • Page 39 Enter a call restriction number up to 8 digits. If you misdial, press the number again. Press (Program). The call restriction number is stored. A confirmation tone sounds. To set the next call restriction number, enter the number, then press When finished, press A confirmation tone sounds.

  • Page 40: Direct Call

    Direct Call You can store a number in the direct call memory. This feature allows you to make a call easily by pressing You can store a direct call number in each handset, if more than one handset is registered (p. 48). Setting the Direct Call Mode After storing the direct call number, the unit will automatically switch to the direct call mode.

  • Page 41: Dialling A Stored Number

    Dialling a Stored Number Make sure that " " is displayed, then press (Talk). The number stored in the direct call memory is dialed automatically. Cancelling the direct call mode Press (Program). Press , then The current stored number is displayed. When finished, press A confirmation tone sounds.

  • Page 42: Selecting The Talk Mode Display

    Selecting the Talk Mode Display You can select displaying either the length of the call or the dialled telephone number while in the talk mode. The factory preset is 1 (length of the call). Press (Program). Press , then The current setting is displayed. To select "dialled telephone number", press To select "length of the call", press The setting is displayed.

  • Page 43: Setting The Ringer Pattern

    Setting the Ringer Pattern You can program the handset ringer pattern (6 patterns) according to your needs. The factory preset is pattern 1. Press (Program). Press , then The current handset ringer pattern is displayed and rings. Press a button pattern.

  • Page 44: Setting The Range Warning Alarm

    Setting the Range Warning Alarm You can select whether the handset sounds a range warning alarm or not. The factory preset is 0 (OFF). Press (Program). Press , then To select ON, press To select OFF, press The setting is displayed. When finished, press A confirmation tone sounds.

  • Page 45: Clearing The Settings In Memory

    Clearing the Settings in Memory On the handset This function enables the handset to clear the following settings at one time. All settings will return to the default settings (shown in brackets). – Accessing the base unit – Key tones –...
  • Page 46 Clearing the Settings in Memory On the base unit This function enables the base unit to clear the following settings at one time. All settings will return to the default settings (shown in brackets). – Bell selection – Dialling mode –...

  • Page 47: For Optional Multi-Handset Users

    (p. 48). Telephone Line The optional handset model number is KX-A332CE-B. The functions of an optional handset are the same as the KX-TCD950E-B handset. An optional charger, KX-A327E-B, is available at your Panasonic dealer. Base Unit...

  • Page 48: Registering A Handset In The Base Unit

    For Optional Multi-Handset Users Registering a Handset in the Base Unit Each optional handset that you purchase must be registered in the base unit before use. Charge the optional handset battery for about 3 hours before initial use. Be sure that the power is ON (p. 16) and you are in the stand-by mode. Register the handset number within 1 minute.
  • Page 49 Press the desired base unit number using buttons " " flashes. While the handset is searching for the base unit, "–" flashes across the display. The number is assigned as the base unit number for the handset. Enter the base unit password using a 4 digit number.

  • Page 50: Cancelling A Handset

    For Optional Multi-Handset Users Cancelling a Handset Each handset can cancel itself or another handset. Press (Program), then Press Enter the base unit password (p. 35). The current registered handset number(s) is/are displayed. Press the handset number(s) you wish to cancel using the dialling buttons.

  • Page 51: Cancelling A Base Unit

    Cancelling a base unit If the handset is in another radio area and/or the power is OFF when "Cancelling a Handset" on page 50, the previous base unit number still remains in the cancelled handset. Therefore, you need to cancel the base unit registered in the cancelled handset by following the steps below.

  • Page 52: Selecting The Stand-By Mode Display

    For Optional Multi-Handset Users Selecting the Stand-by Mode Display You can select displaying either the base unit number, handset number or no display while in the stand-by mode. The factory preset is 1 (base unit number). Press (Program). Press , then The current setting is displayed.

  • Page 53: Bell Selection

    Bell Selection There are four types of bell selection. The factory preset is 1 (All handsets). All handsets (p. 57) When a call is received, all of the handsets will ring at the same time. Cyclic (p. 54) You can make the handsets ring in their handset number order. (Handset 1, then Handset 2, etc.) When "Cyclic"...

  • Page 54: Selecting "Cyclic

    For Optional Multi-Handset Users Selecting "Cyclic" You can make the handsets ring in their handset number order (Handset 1, then Handset 2, etc.). When "Cyclic" is selected, you can select the ring count (1 to 6) for the other handsets. The factory preset is 3 rings. Press (Program), then Press...

  • Page 55: Selecting The Handsets

    Selecting the Handsets You can select which handset(s) you want to ring. Press (Program), then Press Enter the base unit password (p. 35). The current setting is displayed. Press The current registered handset number(s) is/are displayed. The current selected handset number(s) is/are flashing.

  • Page 56: Selecting The First Handset

    For Optional Multi-Handset Users Selecting the First Handset One handset will ring first, then all of the handsets will ring if the first handset does not answer the call. You can select which handset will ring first and the ring count (1 to 6) until all of the handsets ring.

  • Page 57: Selecting All Handsets

    Press dialling buttons, ring count. When finished, press A confirmation tone sounds. To change the handset you wish to ring, repeat from step 1. Selecting All Handsets When a call is received, all of the handsets will ring at the same time. Press (Program), then Press...

  • Page 58: Paging All Handsets From The Base Unit

    For Optional Multi-Handset Users Paging All Handsets from the Base Unit The base unit user can page all of the handsets as shown below. Press (Page). All of the handsets will ring for 1 minute. To stop paging, press press (Talk) on one of the handsets.

  • Page 59: Transferring A Call From One Handset To Another

    Transferring a Call from One Handset to Another The intercom can be used during a call. This feature enables you to transfer a call between the handsets. (Ex. Handset 1 is transferring a call to Handset 2.) Transferring a call using the intercom Handset 1: During a call, press Then press the desired handset number using the dialling buttons.

  • Page 60: Conference

    For Optional Multi-Handset Users Transferring a call without an intercom This feature enables you to transfer the call to another handset without waiting for the handset to answer the page. (Ex. Handset 1 is transferring a call to Handset 2.) Handset 1: During a call, press number using the dialling buttons.

  • Page 61: Setting The Call Waiting Tone

    Setting the Call Waiting Tone If an incoming call has been received during an intercom between handsets, a call waiting tone sounds. You can select whether this tone will sound or not. The factory preset is 1 (ON). Press (Program). Press , then The current setting is displayed.

  • Page 62: For Optional Multi-Kx-Tcd950E-B Users

    Operating More than One Base Unit You can register and operate your handset (KX-A332CE-B) at up to 4 KX-TCD950E-B base units. Since each base unit forms a radio cell, you can extend the range or area in which you can make/answer calls with the same handset by placing the base units in suitable locations.
  • Page 63 Connecting several base units to a PBX The example below shows a telephone system with 2 lines shared by 6 handsets which are registered in all 3 base units (p. 66). H : Handset B : Base unit L 1 : Telephone line 1 L 2 : Telephone line 2 You can make outgoing calls via phone line L1 or L2 within the radio area of all 3 base units.
  • Page 64 Organizing multiple handsets at more than one base unit Example: 4 optional KX-A332CE-B handsets are added to 2 KX-TCD950E-B base units. To use the same additional handset number in both base unit areas, follow the steps below to register the handsets.
  • Page 65 H1 H6 In order to use both of the included handsets in base units 1 and 2, follow the steps below to register the handsets. 1. Cancel the included handset for base unit number 2. (See page 50.) 2. Register base unit 1’s included handset in base unit number 2. That handset will also be registered as handset number 1 for base unit number 2.

  • Page 66: Base Unit

    Registering at More than One Base Unit You can register and operate your handset (KX-A332CE-B) at up to 4 KX-TCD950E-B base units. If the handset is used with another base unit, it must be registered in that base unit before use.
  • Page 67 Press the desired base unit number using buttons " " flashes. While the handset is searching for the base unit, "–" flashes across the display. The number is assigned as the base unit number for the handset. Enter the base unit password using a 4 digit number.
  • Page 68 For Optional Multi-KX-TCD950E-B Users Notes on using the handset(s) at more than one base unit The base unit number which the handset is currently in contact with can be displayed in the stand-by mode (p. 52). Calls (both incoming and outgoing) can be conducted only via the displayed base unit (even if the radio areas overlap with neighbouring base units).

  • Page 69: Accessing The Base Unit

    Accessing the Base Unit Automatic base unit access The handset automatically selects a registered base unit. When the handset moves to another base unit radio area, it loses contact with the previous base unit and automatically accesses the new base unit radio area.

  • Page 70: Replacing The Battery

    Discard a defective battery as soon as possible. A defective battery may leak into the unit. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA10CE battery. If the rechargeable battery is not inserted correctly, the handset will not work. Cord(Red) " will not be...

  • Page 71: Adding Another Phone

    Caution: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the battery specified. 2. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. It may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions. 3.

  • Page 72: Before Requesting Help

    Before Requesting Help Problem The unit does not work. The handset does not operate or ring. An alarm tone sounds when you press (Talk). A busy tone sounds when you press (Talk). " " flashes during a conversation and the call is disconnected.
  • Page 73 Problem You cannot dial. Static, sound cuts in/out, fades. Interference from other electrical units. You cannot store a phone number in memory. While programming, the unit starts to ring and stops the program. (Page) does not function. Remedy The dialling mode setting is incorrect. Please check the dialling mode (p.
  • Page 74 Before Requesting Help Problem The paged handset does not answer. You cannot program items, such as the dialling mode. While using the intercom between handsets, a call waiting tone sounds. (Redial/Pause) does not function properly. The unit misdials when connected to a PBX. Remedy The paged handset is not in the same radio area.
  • Page 75 Problem You cannot register the handset number. " " flashes or beeps tones sound every 15 seconds. You charged the battery fully, but " " flashes. The charge indicator ( light never goes out while charging. The unit does not work during a power failure.

  • Page 76: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Take special care to follow the safety suggestions listed below. Safety 1) Power Source: 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) Non use Periods: When the unit is not used, turn the power off.

  • Page 77: Important Notice Concerning The Correct Use And Charging Of A Ni-Mh Battery

    Important Notice Concerning the Correct Use and Charging of a Ni-MH Battery Batteries, due to their construction, undergo some wear and tear. The life of a battery also depends on correct maintenance. Charging and discharging are the most important factors. You should take notice of the following to maintain battery life for as long as possible.

  • Page 78: Term Definitions

    Dear purchaser, You have acquired a KX-TCD950E-B, which is a product made in regard with the European Standards for Cordless Telephones (DECT). DECT technology is characterised by high-security protection against interception as well as high-quality digital transmission. This telephone was designed for a wide range of applications.
  • Page 79 8. The guarantee period applicable to this product shall be 12 months. Please keep these Operating Instructions with your receipt. Panasonic Business Systems U.K. Receipt No. Model No. KX-TCD950E-B GUARANTEE...
  • Page 80 73/23/EEC 89/336/EEC 92/31/EEC 93/68/EEC Sales Department: Panasonic Business Systems U.K. Panasonic House, Willoughby Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8FP Manufacturer: Kyushu Matsushita Electric (U.K.) Ltd. Pencarn Way, Duffryn, Newport, South Wales, NP1 9YE, United Kingdom Printed in the United Kingdom PQQX12030ZA-UK...

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