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Model shown is KX-TGB210. Before initial use, see “Getting Started” on page 9. Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product. Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference. This unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider/telephone company.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 2 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Table of Contents Introduction Model composition....3 Accessory information ....3 Important Information For your safety.
KX-TGBA20 KX-TGB213 KX-TGB210 KX-TGBA20 L The Intercom feature is only available for KX-TGB212 and KX-TGB213. L The suffix (AL) in the following model numbers will be omitted in these instructions: KX-TGB210AL/KX-TGB212AL/KX-TGB213AL Accessory information Supplied accessories Quantity Accessory item/Part number KX-TGB210...
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TGB21xAL(en).book Page 4 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Introduction Additional/replacement accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information. Accessory item Model number Rechargeable HHR-4MY/2B batteries Battery type: – Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) – 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset...
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 5 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Important Information L Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or For your safety placed under heavy objects. L It is advised not to use the equipment at a To prevent severe injury and loss of life/ refuelling point.
L This equipment will be inoperable when Base unit location/avoiding noise mains power fails. The base unit and other compatible Panasonic L When a failure occurs which results in the units use radio waves to communicate with internal parts becoming accessible, each other.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 7 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Important Information the handset and base unit in an indoor environment. Other information – away from electronic appliances such as TVs, radios, personal computers, CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is wireless devices, or other phones.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 8 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Important Information Specifications ■ Frequency range: 1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz ■ RF transmission power: Approx. 10 mW (average power per channel) ■ Power source: 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz ■ Power consumption: Base unit: Standby: Approx.
Setting up L USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size. Connections L Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries. L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC L Confirm correct polarities (S, T). adaptor PNLV226AL. ■ Base unit Press plug firmly. “Click” Hook...
L Even after the batteries are fully charged, For replacement, we recommend using the the handset can be left on the base unit or Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on charger without any ill effect on the page 4, 6. batteries.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 11 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Getting Started ■ Control type A Navigator key Controls Navigator keys functions as follows. Symbol Meaning Handset Left Right – {^}, {V}, {3}, or {4}: Scroll through various lists and items. –...
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 12 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Getting Started Note: Item Meaning L If you select a language you cannot read: Handset is on an outside call. {m} s {j/OK} s {V} 4 times s L When flashing: {j/OK} 2 times s {r}: Select your desired language.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 13 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Making/Answering Calls Note: L When editing: Making calls – To erase a number, place the cursor to the right of where you want to erase the Lift the handset and dial the phone number, then press {C}.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 14 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Making/Answering Calls Note: Adjusting the handset ringer volume L To prevent other users from joining your ■ While the handset is ringing for an conversations with outside callers, turn the incoming call: privacy mode on (page 17).
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 15 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Phonebook Edit the name if necessary (12 characters max.; page 23). s {j/OK} Handset phonebook Edit the phone number if necessary (24 digits max.; page 13). s {j/OK} The phonebook allows you to make calls 2 times without having to dial manually.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 16 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Programming Programmable settings You can customise the unit by programming the following features using the handset. Programming by scrolling through the display menus {j/OK} Press {V} or {^} to select the desired main menu. s {j/OK} Press {V} or {^} to select the desired item in sub-menu 1.
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TGB21xAL(en).book Page 17 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Programming Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page – Setup Language <English> – – Contrast (Display contrast) <Contrast 04> – – Clock Disp. <On> – Auto Talk <Off> – Register HS –...
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 18 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Programming L We recommend selecting a different ringer tone from the one used for Special programming outside calls. {r}: “Volume” s {j/OK} Alarm {r}: Select the desired volume. s An alarm sounds at the set time (once or daily) {j/OK} for 2 minutes.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 19 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Caller ID Service You can answer the 2nd call, keeping the 1st call on hold. Follow your service provider/ Using Caller ID service telephone company instructions using {R}. (Recall/flash function) Important: L If the phone number is stored in the L This unit is Caller ID compatible.
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TGB21xAL(en).book Page 20 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Caller ID Service To call back, press {C}. To exit, press {m}. Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back {r}: Select the desired entry. s {j/OK} {r}: “Edit & Call” s {j/OK} Edit the number.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 21 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Voice Mail Service Voice mail service Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your service provider/telephone company. After you subscribe to this service, your service provider/telephone company’s voice mail system answers calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone or when your line is busy.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 22 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Intercom/Locator Intercom Transferring calls, conference calls Available for: KX-TGB212/KX-TGB213 Available for: KX-TGB212/KX-TGB213 Intercom calls can be made between handsets. Outside calls can be transferred or a Note: conference call with an outside party can be L If you receive an outside call while talking made between 2 handsets.
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 23 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Useful Information Character entry The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it. The characters that can be entered depend on the character entry mode (page 23). –...
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TGB21xAL(en).book Page 24 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Useful Information Extended 1 character table (p) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Extended 2 character table (O) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Cyrillic character table (P)
TGB21xAL(en).book Page 25 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Useful Information Error messages Display message Cause/solution L The phonebook memory is full. Erase unwanted entries (page Memory Full 15). Troubleshooting If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor and turn off the handset, then reconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor and turn on the handset.
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TGB21xAL(en).book Page 26 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Useful Information Problem Cause/solution I cannot use the intercom feature. L This feature is available between the handsets. Although the handset displays “Intercom”, this feature is not available for single handset models. Programmable settings Problem Cause/solution...
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TGB21xAL(en).book Page 27 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Useful Information Problem Cause/solution I cannot make a call. L The handset is too far from the base unit. Move closer and try again. L Another unit is in use. Wait and try again later. L The unit is not designed to be used with rotary/pulse dialling services.
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TGB21xAL(en).book Page 28 Friday, March 21, 2014 10:31 AM Useful Information Registering a handset to the base unit Handset: {j/OK} {r}: “Setup” s {j/OK} {r}: “Register HS” s {j/OK} Base unit: Press and hold {x} for about 5 seconds. (No registration tone) L If all registered handsets start ringing, press {x} again to stop, then repeat this step.