Panasonic KX-TG2312 Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic KX-TG2312 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic KX-TG2312 Operating Instructions Manual

2.4 ghz digital cordless phone
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2.4 GHz Digital Cordless Phone

Operating Instructions

KX-TG2312
Model No.
Pulse-or-tone dialing capability
The unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller's name and phone number,
you must subscribe to Caller ID service.
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE.
Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use.
Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    The unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller’s name and phone number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service. PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone. Please read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 47 before use. Read and understand all instructions. Caller ID, Call Waiting and Voice Mail Service, where available, are telephone company services. After subscribing to Caller ID this phone will display a caller’s name and phone number.
  • Page 3: For Best Performance

    For Best Performance Battery Charge The handset is powered by a rechargeable Nickel- Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery. Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use (p. 9). Base Unit Location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and handset using wireless radio waves.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Preparation Location of Controls ..6 Installation ....8 Connections ... . . 8 Installing the Battery in the Handset .
  • Page 5 Useful Information Belt Clip ....39 Shoulder Rest Attachment . . 39 Wall Mounting ... . 40 Optional Headset .
  • Page 6: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls Base unit Charge Contacts (p. 10) Handset Back side Speaker Headset Jack (p. 41) [C] (TALK) Button (p. 17) [s] (Speakerphone) Button (p. 17) [*] (TONE) Button (p. 36) [HOLD] Button (p. 18) Display Charge Contacts (p. 10) Antenna (p.
  • Page 7 Handset soft keys Talk 00-00-32 (VE) Mute Pressing the right soft key selects mute “Mute ”. Pressing the left soft key selects Voice Enhancer “ (VE)”. • When a function name does not appear above a soft key, the soft key has no function.
  • Page 8: Installation

    Fasten the AC adaptor cord. Hooks • USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. PQLV1Z). • 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 and voice mail services, you cannot access those services.
  • Page 9: Installing The Battery In The Handset

    Installing the Battery in the Handset Insert the battery (1), and press it down until it snaps into the compartment (2). Close the cover. To replace the battery: Press the notch on the cover firmly and slide it as indicated by the arrow. Replace the old battery with a new one (p.
  • Page 10: Battery Replacement

    “Recharge battery” is displayed and/or “7” continues to flash, or “Charge for 6h” and “8” are displayed, the battery may need to be replaced. Please order a new Panasonic HHR-P104 battery at the telephone number shown on page 2. To replace the battery, see page 9.
  • Page 11: Programmable Settings

    Programmable Settings Programming Guidelines This unit has several programmable functions which can be selected from the function menu on the display (p. 12). The soft keys selects the functions displayed above each soft key. When “d” or “B” is displayed, navigator key scrolls through the menu.
  • Page 12: Function Menu Table

    Programmable Settings Function Menu Table You can use the following functions to customize your unit. See the corresponding pages for function details. • After pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items directly by pressing ([0] to [9]) instead of using the soft keys (p. 42). Main menu V.M.
  • Page 13: Display Language

    Display Language You can select either “English” or “Spanish” as the display language. The factory preset is “English”. Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing [d] or [B], then press Select. Scroll to “Change language” by pressing [d] or [B], then press Select. To change from English to Spanish, press Español.
  • Page 14: Line Mode

    Programmable Settings Line Mode Handset The line mode is preset to “B” and generally should not be adjusted. If “Line in use” on the handset is not displayed properly or the IN USE indicator on the base unit does not light properly, the line mode selection is incorrect. Set line mode to “A”.
  • Page 15: Ringer Volume

    Ringer Volume You can select the handset ringer volume to high, medium, low, or off. The factory preset is HIGH. If the ringer is turned off, the handset will not ring. Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Ringer setting” by pressing [d] or [B], then press Select.
  • Page 16: Ringer Tone

    • If you subscribe to a Distinctive Ring Service (such as IDENTA-RING) from your telephone company with 2 or 3 consecutive rings, select a bell ringer pattern (Tone 1 to 3). If you select a melody pattern, you will not be able to distinguish lines by their ringers.
  • Page 17: Making Calls

    Making Calls Press [C]. • “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 [s].
  • Page 18 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 when dialing, press Pause where needed (p. 36). • To cancel, press [OFF]. Press [C] or [s].
  • Page 19: Voice Enhancer Technology

    Voice Enhancer Technology Panasonic’s Voice Enhancer Technology clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to, reproducing a more natural-sounding voice that is easier to hear and understand. Voice Enhancer Technology can be turned on or off. The factory preset is OFF.
  • Page 20: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, “Incoming call” is displayed, and the IN USE indicator on the base unit flashes rapidly. If you subscribe to Caller ID, see page 21. Press [C] or [s]. • You can also answer a call by pressing any button except [d], [B] or [OFF].
  • Page 21: Caller Id Service

    Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with Caller ID services offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to Caller ID, caller names and phone numbers will be displayed and recorded in the Caller List. How Caller ID information is displayed When a call comes in, the unit will ring and Caller ID information will be received.
  • Page 22: 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.
  • Page 23: Calling Back From The Caller List

    What “,” means “,” indicates you have already viewed this calling information or answered the call. If the same caller calls again, the call entry with the “,” will be replaced with the new call entry. If a caller calls more than once The number of times the same caller called is displayed (“×2”...
  • Page 24: Editing The Caller's Phone Number

    H 1– Area code • The order in which patterns F – H are displayed depends on how the telephone number is displayed in step 2. To call the edited number, press [C] or [s]. • If Caller ID Number Auto Edit is turned on (factory preset is on), phone numbers with the same area code as the number you edited will now be edited in the Caller List and each time you receive a call.
  • Page 25: Caller Id Number Auto Edit

    Caller ID Number Auto Edit Once you call back an edited number (p. 24), this unit can automatically edit incoming phone numbers from the same area code in the Caller List and each time you receive a call. For example, it can ignore the area code of calls originating from your area code, so that you can call these numbers from the Caller List without dialing the area code.
  • Page 26: Storing Caller Information In The Phone Book

    Using the Caller List Storing Caller Information in the Phone Book Handset Caller names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List can be stored in the phone book. Press Rcvd calls, [d], or [B] to enter the Caller List. Scroll to the desired caller by pressing [d] or [B].
  • Page 27: Erasing Caller Information

    Erasing Caller Information To erase a specific caller Press Rcvd calls, [d], or [B] to enter the Caller List. Scroll to the desired caller by pressing [d] or [B], then press Erase. • To erase other items, repeat step 2. •...
  • Page 28: Phone Book

    • To store numbers for calling card access (see “Chain Dial” on page 31), we recommend you add pauses after each item. Storing pauses with numbers will prevent misdialing (p. 36). The delay time necessary will depend on your telephone company. Handset Rcvd...
  • Page 29: Selecting Characters To Enter Names

    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 # & ’ ( ) ; , – . / 1 a b c A B C 2 d e f D E F 3 g h i G H I 4...
  • Page 30: Dialing From The Phone Book

    Phone book items are sorted in the following order: Alphabet letters (Alphabetical) Space & ’ ( ) , – . / Telephone numbers (If no name is stored) Press [C] or [s]. • The displayed phone number is dialed. • If “No items stored” is displayed in step 1, the phone book is empty.
  • Page 31: Chain Dial

    Index table Keys Index Symbols, 1 A, B, C, 2 D, E, F, 3 G, H, I, 4 J, K, L, 5 Chain Dial Handset You can dial a combination of phone book or manual key pad entries while making a call.
  • Page 32: Editing An Item In The Phone Book

    Phone Book Editing an Item in the Phone Book Press Phone book. Press Search. Scroll to the desired item by pressing [d] or [B], then press Edit. • To search for the item by initial, see page 30. Edit the name (p. 29), then press [d]. •...
  • Page 33: Voice Mail Service

    Voice Mail Service Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to this service, your telephone company’s voice mail system can answer calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone or when your line is busy.
  • Page 34: Setting Voice Mail (Vm) Tone Detection

    Turn off this programming when: — you do not subscribe to a voice mail service, — your telephone company does not send a series of tones, followed by a continuous tone to indicate you have new voice mail, or — your phone is connected to a business or office telephone system (PBX).
  • Page 35: Listening To Voice Mail Messages

    To listen to your voice mail message(s) Press [MENU]. Press Select at “V.M. access”. • The handset is connected to the telephone line and dials the access number (p. 33) in speakerphone mode. • If the handset beeps 3 times and “Store VM access#”...
  • Page 36: Special Features

    Special Features Handset Locator You can locate the handset or page the handset user with beep tones from the base unit. Press [HANDSET LOCATOR]. • The IN USE indicator flashes rapidly. • The paged handset beeps for 1 minute and displays “Call from Base”. To stop paging, Base unit: Press [HANDSET LOCATOR] again.
  • Page 37: For Call Waiting Service Users

    After you hear a call waiting tone while talking, the display shows the caller’s name with the phone number and “----Waiting-----”. • Contact your telephone company for details about availability in your area, and to verify that CWID service is activated on your telephone line.
  • Page 38: Key Tone

    Special Features Key Tone Handset You can select whether or not the handset keys will sound tones (key tone, confirmation tone, error tone). The factory preset is ON. Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing [d] or [B], then press Select. Scroll to “Key tone”...
  • Page 39: Belt Clip

    Belt Clip You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the included belt clip. To attach the belt clip Shoulder Rest Attachment Use the shoulder rest attachment if you need to keep your hands free during a phone conversation.
  • Page 40: Wall Mounting

    • Fasten the AC adaptor cord to prevent it from being disconnected. Hook To Power Outlet Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor, then push the adaptor in the direction of the arrows (1 and 2) while pressing the tabs.
  • Page 41: Optional Headset

    Optional Headset Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversation. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88, KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, or KX-TCA98 headset. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Connecting an optional headset Open the headset jack cover, and insert the headset plug into the headset jack as shown below.
  • Page 42: Direct Commands

    After pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items directly by pressing ([0] to [9]) instead of using the soft keys. Menu item Ringer volume Ringer tone V.M. access Voice enhancer LCD contrast Key tone Auto talk Caller ID number auto edit Set dial mode Set flash time...
  • Page 43: If The Following Appear On Your Display

    • The handset has lost communication with the base unit. Walk closer to the base unit and try again. • A parallel connected telephone is in use. • You have not stored the voice mail access number. Store the number (p. 33).
  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    If the handset display shows error messages, see “If the Following Appear on Your Display...” (p. 43) for the Cause & Remedy. Problem “No link to base. Move closer to base, try again.” is displayed and an alarm tone sounds. The handset and/or base unit does not work.
  • Page 45 • Other electrical appliances connected to the same outlet may be interfering with Caller ID. • Telephone line noise may be affecting Caller • The caller requested not to send his/her Caller ID information (p. 21). • If a (separate) Caller ID box is connected...
  • Page 46 • Make sure the optional headset is connected properly (p. 41). • If “SP-phone” is displayed on the handset, press [C] to switch to the headset. • Visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com/support • Contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo • Call our customer call center at: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
  • Page 47: Important Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 48: Fcc And Other Information

    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).
  • Page 49 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.
  • Page 50 • 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...
  • Page 51: Index

    Installation, battery... . . 9 Installation, telephone line cord . . . 8 Key tone....38 LCD contrast .
  • Page 52 Index Safety instructions ... . 47 Shipping product for service..Back Cover Shoulder rest attachment ..39 Soft keys .
  • Page 53: Warranty

    Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished...
  • Page 54: Customer Services Directory

    Personal Checks) For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277 Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985...
  • Page 55: Specifications

    Specifications ■ Base Unit Power Supply: Power Consumption: Frequency: Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 124 mm x 155 mm x 174 mm Mass (Weight): ■ Handset Power Supply: Frequency: Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 208 mm x 52 mm x 39 mm Mass (Weight): Security Codes: ■...
  • Page 56 Symptom • Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured. • Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer products.

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