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2.4 GHz Digital Cordless Answering System PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico Operating Instructions KX-TG2226BV Model No.
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Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone. Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 61 before use. Read and understand all instructions. Caller ID and Call Waiting Service, where available, are telephone company services. After subscribing to Caller ID, this phone will display a caller’s name and phone number.
For Best Performance Battery Charge A rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery powers the handset. Install the battery in the handset and charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use (p. 9). Base Unit Location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using wireless radio waves.
Hooks Raise the antenna. • USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV19 (Order No. PQLV19Z). • The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.) • If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID, you cannot access Caller ID services.
Installing the Battery in the Handset Pull down the latch ( cover ( Insert the battery ( press it down until it snaps into the compartment ( Close the cover ( Push the latch upward until it snaps shut. To replace the battery: Pull down the latch, and remove the cover.
If you cleaned the charge contacts and fully charged the battery, but after a few telephone calls, “Recharge battery” is displayed and/or “ flash, the battery needs to be replaced. Please order a new Panasonic HHR-P513 battery at the telephone number shown on page 2. To replace the battery, see page 9.
Programmable Functions Programming Guidelines This unit has programmable functions. They are selected from the function menu on the display (p. 12). Buttons/Keys Soft keys : work as function keys when a function is displayed above a soft key. When “ ” or “ ” is displayed, you can use the navigator key [ ] or [ ] as a scroll key.
Programmable Functions Useful information: • If Select is pressed while “---(Go back)---” is displayed, the unit will go back to the previous menu mode. If you press the key in the main menu, the unit will exit programming mode. • After programming is complete, the display will return to the main menu or the sub-menu depending on which menu the selected item is located.
Date and Time Handset “ ” flashes on the base unit display if the clock has not been set. Set the clock by following the steps below. Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Date and time” by pressing [ ] or [ ], then press Select. Enter 2 digits each for month, day and year.
Programmable Functions To check the date/time, repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 13. • The current date/time is displayed. When finished, press [OFF]. For Caller ID service users (p. 26) • Caller ID information will reset the clock after the first ring if the adjusted time is incorrect.
Dialing Mode Handset If you have touch tone service, set to “Tone”. If rotary or pulse service is used, set dialing mode to “Pulse”. The factory preset is “Tone”. Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing [ ] or [ ], then press Select. Scroll to “Set tel line”...
OFF at the factory. Under normal conditions, cordless phones are limited to a narrowed frequency bandwidth (300Hz to 3.5KHz). Panasonic’s new Voice Enhancer Technology cordless phones are able to simulate a band signal above and below the normal bandwidth limitations.
Auto Talk Handset The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset off the base unit without pressing [ ] or [ factory preset is OFF. Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing [ ] or [ ], then press Select.
Programmable Functions Ringer Volume You can select the handset or base unit ringer volume HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW or OFF. The factory preset is HIGH. If set to OFF, the handset or base unit will not ring. Handset Press [MENU]. Press Select at “Ringer setting”. Press Select at “Ringer volume”.
Ringer Tone Handset You can select one of 6 ringer tones for external calls on the handset and the base unit. The factory preset is 1. Press [MENU]. Press Select at “Ringer setting”. Scroll to “Ringer tone” by pressing [ ] or [ ], then press Select.
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Preparing the Answering System To record a greeting message Sample greeting message “Hello, this is (your name and/or number). Sorry I cannot take your call. Please leave a message after the beep. Thank you.” Press [GREETING REC]. • “To record greeting, press RECORD again” is heard.
Pre-recorded greeting If you do not record a greeting (p. 20), one of two greetings will be played when a call is received, depending on the caller’s recording time (see below). To check the pre-recorded greeting • A pre-recorded greeting will be played as follows: When the recording time is set to “1 minute”, “2 minutes”...
Preparing the Answering System Number of Rings You can select the number of times the unit rings before the Answering System answers a call, from “2” to “7” or “Toll saver”*. The factory preset is “4”. Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Caller’s Recording Time”...
Making Calls Handset Press • “Talk” is displayed. Dial a phone number. • The dialed number is displayed. • After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call. To hang up, press [OFF] or place the handset on the base unit. To have a hands-free phone conversation Press •...
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Making Calls To dial after confirming the entered number Enter a phone number. 3334444 Clear • If you misdial, press Clear. Enter the correct number. • If a pause is required for dialing, press Pause where needed (p. 39). • To cancel, press [OFF]. Press [ ] or [ To hang up, press [OFF] or...
To adjust the receiver/speaker volume while talking 3 levels (HIGH, MEDIUM and LOW) are available for the receiver and 6 levels for the speaker. To increase volume, press [ ]. To decrease volume, press [ ]. • The display shows the current volume setting. •...
Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with Caller ID services offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to Caller ID, the caller’s name and phone number will be displayed and recorded in the Caller List. How caller information is displayed when a call is...
Using the Caller List The unit can record information up to 30 different callers and store this information in the Caller List. Caller information is sorted by the most recent call to the oldest. When the 31 call is received, the information from the 1 The unit will also tell you how many calls you missed while you were out or unavailable to answer the phone.
Using the Caller List What “ ” means “ ” indicates you have already viewed this calling information, answered the call, called back the caller or played back the message (p. 41, 42). If the same caller calls again, the call entry with “ ” will be replaced with the new call entry.
1– – Area code Phone no. • The order in which patterns depends on how the telephone number is displayed in step 2. To continue with making a call from the Caller List, press [ ] or [ To continue with storing the number in the phone book, press Save.
Using the Caller List Caller ID Number Auto Edit Feature There are 3 patterns of phone number ( , your phone to automatically edit an in-coming Caller ID number into a pattern of your choice, and display the Caller ID number with that pattern. After this feature is activated, Caller ID numbers coming from specific area codes (201, for example), from which the Caller ID numbers have been chosen to follow the desired pattern (7-digit pattern, for example), will be automatically edited from...
Storing Caller Information in the Phone Book Handset Callers’ names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List can be stored in the phone book. Press Rcvd calls to enter the Caller List. • You can also enter by pressing [ ] or [ ]. Scroll to the desired caller by pressing [ ] or [ ].
Using the Caller List Erasing Caller Information To erase a specific caller Press Rcvd calls to enter the Caller List. • You can also enter by pressing [ ] or [ ]. Scroll to the desired caller by pressing [ ] or [ ], then press Erase.
Phone Book You can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in the handset phone book. All phone book items are sorted alphabetically. You can make a call by selecting a name on the handset display. Storing Names and Numbers Press Phone book.
Phone Book Selecting characters to enter names Enter names using the dialing buttons. Press each button until the desired character is displayed. • Pressing each button selects a character in the order shown below. Characters Keys # & ’ ( ) a b c A B C 2 d e f D E F 3 g h i G H I 4...
Phone book items are sorted in the following order: Alphabet letters (Alphabetical) Space & ’ ( ) , – . / Numbers 0 to 9 Telephone numbers (If no name is stored) Press Call, [ ] or [ • The displayed phone number is dialed.
Phone Book Editing an Item in the Phone Book Press Phone book to enter the phone book. Press Search. Scroll to the desired item by pressing [ ] or [ ], then press Select. • To search for the item by initial, see page 35. Press Edit.
Intercom Handset Base Unit A 2-way intercom can be set up between the base unit and the handset. Paging the base unit from the handset Handset: Press [MENU]. Handset: Scroll to “Intercom” by pressing [ ] or [ ], then press Select. Base unit: When the other party’s voice is heard after the beeps, answer using the MIC.
• Call waiting service cannot be used when: — the Answering System is responding to a call, or — a parallel connected telephone is in use. • If this function does not operate properly, consult your telephone company for details. Call Waiting Caller ID...
FLASH Button Pressing [FLASH/CALL WAIT] allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or access optional telephone services such as call waiting. • Pressing [FLASH/CALL WAIT] cancels following operations: — temporary tone dialing, or —...
Automatic Answering Operation When the unit answers a call, a greeting message is played and the caller’s message is recorded. • The total recording time (including greeting message) is about 15 minutes. If messages are recorded in noisy rooms, the time may be shortened by up to 3 minutes.
Monitoring incoming calls While a call is being recorded, you can monitor it through the base unit speaker. • To increase the speaker volume, press VOL. [ ]. To decrease volume, press VOL. [ ]. To answer the call, press [ Listening to Messages You can see the total number of recorded messages on the base unit display.
Listening to Messages Using the Handset (Remote Operation) To play back messages Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Message play” by pressing [ ] or [ ], then press Select. • The unit announces the number of new messages and only new messages are played back. •...
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During playback Base unit or Handset: To adjust the speaker volume To increase volume, press [ ]. To decrease volume, press [ ]. • You can also adjust the receiver volume on the handset. To slow down the Base unit: Press [MESSAGE/SLOW TALK]. playback speed Handset: Press [3].
Erasing Messages The unit will announce the remaining recording time after playback, if it is less than 3 minutes. New messages cannot be recorded when: —“Memory full” is heard. —“ ” is displayed on the base unit. FULL —the ANSWER ON indicator flashes rapidly (when the Answering System is on). Erase unnecessary messages.
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone You can operate the Answering System from any touch tone phone. A synthesized voice menu will guide you through the Answering System (p. 46). • To skip the voice menu and operate the unit directly, see page 47. Summary of remote operation Call your unit from a touch tone phone.
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Voice Menu The shaded boxes are voice prompts. Press 1 to play back all messages. Press 2 for other functions. Press [2]. Press 1 to play back new messages. Press 2 for other functions. Press [2].
• The Answering System will be turned on. Hang up or enter the remote code for other options. • When turning on the Answering System using a rotary or pulse service telephone, you cannot enter the remote code for other options.
Feed the AC adaptor cord through the wall mounting adaptor. Connect the AC adaptor. Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor ( Connect the telephone line cord ( Insert (A) and (B) hooks on the wall mounting adaptor into the holes on the base unit.
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Adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit, then push it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide down. • Raise the antenna. To charge the handset battery: Place the handset on the base unit.
Belt Clip You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the included belt clip. To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Headset Connecting the headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversation. Connecting the headset to the handset Open the headset jack cover, and insert the headset plug into the headset jack as shown below.
How to wear the headset Adjust the ear rest for left side or right side use. • Rotate the ear rest as shown depending on which ear you will wear the headset on. • If you wear the headset on the right ear, should face away from you.
Direct Commands Handset After pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items by direct commands ([0] to [9]) instead of using the soft keys. Ringer setting Ringer volume [0] : [1] : [2] : Medium [3] : High Ringer tone [1] –...
Troubleshooting Cordless Telephone Problem “No link to base. Place on cradle and try again.” is displayed and an alarm tone sounds. Static, sound cuts in/out, fades. Interference from other electrical units. The handset and/or base unit does not ring. The handset display is blank.
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Disconnect it and try again. • Other electrical appliances connected to the same outlet may be interfering with Caller ID. • Telephone line noise may be affecting Caller ID. • The caller requested not to send his/her Caller ID information (p. 26).
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Problem You cannot operate the Answering System with the base unit. You cannot operate the Answering System from a touch tone phone. You cannot operate the Answering System with the handset. While recording a greeting message, the unit starts to ring and stops recording.
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• Install a new battery (p. 9). • This is normal. • Call our customer call center at 1-800-211-PANA(7262). • Panasonic’s e-mail address for customer inquiries: consumerproducts@panasonic.com for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico ONLY • Check the settings (p. 8–10).
• If you have any questions regarding the openLCR service, call openLCR’s customer service department at 1-866-openLCR (1-866-673-6527). • NEITHER PANASONIC COMMUNICATIONS CO., LTD. (PCC) NOR MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA (MECA) IS IN ANY WAY AFFILIATED WITH, OR RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF, OPENLCR.COM, INC.
openLCR Service for Caller IQ Feature Downloading Phone Book Data To create your phone book, go to the openLCR web site to update your phone book, then download the data to your unit. Accessing the openLCR web site can be done from any computer with Internet access.
4. Start again from step 1 (“To download the phone book data from openLCR” on page 58). • You cannot access the openLCR server if a telephone or fax machine on the same phone line is in use. • While the unit is downloading the data from openLCR, the Call Waiting Service cannot be used.
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openLCR Service for Caller IQ Feature To view information Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Caller IQ” by pressing [ ] or [ ], then press Select. Press Yes at “View Info.?”. • The items of information which you selected on the web are displayed. Scroll to the desired information by pressing [ ] or [ ].
Important Safety Instructions When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit. 3.
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Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the battery(ies) specified. 2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0).
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TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, move the cordless telephone further away from the TV or VCR.
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• If there is any trouble — disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect a known working phone. If the known working phone operates properly, have your unit repaired by one of the authorized Panasonic Factory Service Centers. If the known working phone does not operate properly, consult your telephone company.
Approx. 320 g (0.71 lb.) Ni-MH battery (2.4 V, 1,500 mAh) 2.402 GHz – 2.480 GHz Approx. 230 g (0.51 lb.) 1,000,000 Tone (DTMF)/Pulse Date of purchase ® Partner, Panasonic has NERGY Approx. 2.6 W ⁄ " x 5 ⁄ " x 7 ⁄...
Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive McAllen, TX 78503 For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)- 768-2910. For warranty service for headsets if a headset is included with this product please call Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
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Accessory Purchases: 1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only) For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277 Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (6 am to 5 pm Monday - Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST) (Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check) Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.
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• Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured. • Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed on the back cover or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer products.
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1-800-211-PANA(7262) Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park...