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2.4GHz Cordless Answering System
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Operating Instructions
KX-TG2583B
KX-TG2583S
KX-TG2583W
Pulse-or-tone dialing capability
KX-TG2583B
Caller ID Compatible
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- Page 1 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 2.4GHz Cordless Answering System Model No. Pulse-or-tone dialing capability Operating Instructions...
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Page 2: Before Initial Use
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 80 before use. Read and understand all instructions. Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone. 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. -
Page 3: For Best Performance
For Best Performance Battery Charge A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the handset. Charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use (p. 11). Base Unit Location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using wireless radio waves. For maximum distance and noise-free operation, the recommended base unit location is: Away from electrical appliances such as a TV, personal computer or... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Selecting the Number of Rings ......25 Cordless Telephone Making Calls ........26 With the Handset . - Page 5 Editing an Item in the Directory ......50 Erasing an Item from the Directory ..... . 51 Intercom .
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Page 6: Location Of Controls
Location of Controls Base unit Display (p. 9, 73) (LOCATOR/INTERCOM) Button (p. 52) IN USE/CHARGE Indicator (p. 11) (CALL!WAIT/FLASH) Button (p. 54, 55) Antennas (p. 3, 10) Charge Contacts (p. 12) (DIGITAL!SP-PHONE) (Speakerphone) Button and Indicator (p. 28, 31) (REDIAL/PAUSE) (p. - Page 7 Button (NEW!MESSAGE) (p. 57) CALLER ID Indicator (p. 31, 33) ANSWER ON Indicator (p. 56, 57, 59) Button (ANSWER!ON) (p. 56) Button (p. 55) (TONE) Button (GREETING/EDIT) (p. 19, 37) (STOP/EXIT) (p. 19, 34, 48, 56, 57) Back Side Cradle Lock Switch (p.
- Page 8 Location of Controls Handset Headset Jack (p. 70) Button (p. 26, 31) (TALK) (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) (Channel) Button (p. 15, 21, 26, 34, 44, 47) Button (p. 55) (TONE) Charge Contact (p. 12) (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK) Button (p. 54, 55, 66) Antenna Display (p. 9, 72) (DIRECT) (p.
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Page 9: Displays
Displays Handset 0 new call $The directory icon displays when storing or viewing the directory items (p. 44, 47). %The battery icon indicates the battery strength (p. 11). Standby mode: While the handset is off the base unit, the display becomes blank after you finish using the handset (making/answering a call, viewing the Caller List or directory list etc.). -
Page 10: Settings
Fasten the cords to prevent them from being disconnected. Hooks •USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV10 (Order No. PQLV10Z). •The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.) •To connect a standard telephone on the same line, see page 79. -
Page 11: Battery Charge
Battery Charge Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 6 hours before initial use. •The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights and a beep sounds. Battery strength You can check the battery strength on the handset display while the handset is on the base unit, while it is in use (making/answering a call etc.), or after viewing the Caller List or directory items, programming etc. -
Page 12: Battery Information
Settings Battery information After your Panasonic battery is fully charged (p. 11): Operation While in use (TALK) While not in use (Standby) *Within about 10 feet (3 m) •Battery life may be shortened depending on usage conditions, such as viewing the Caller ID Caller List or directory list, and ambient temperature. -
Page 13: Selecting The Dialing Mode
Selecting the Dialing Mode You can program the dialing mode 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”. Your phone comes from the factory set to “Tone”. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. -
Page 14: Selecting The Line Mode
Settings Selecting the Line Mode If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to “B”. Otherwise the Call Waiting Caller ID Feature may not be used (p. 54). Your phone comes from the factory set to “A”. Use the handset near the base unit. -
Page 15: Programmable Functions
Programmable Functions You can program the following function items using the handset near the base unit. The display shows the programming instructions. See the corresponding pages for function details. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) <Function menu>* Save directory... -
Page 16: Setting The Auto Talk Feature
Programmable Functions Setting the Auto Talk Feature The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset off the base unit without pressing the feature ON by programming. Your phone comes from the factory set to OFF. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. -
Page 17: Selecting The Ringer Volume
Selecting the Ringer Volume With the handset You can set the handset ringer volume to HIGH, LOW or OFF. If set to OFF, the handset will not ring. Your phone comes from the factory set to HIGH. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press... - Page 18 Programmable Functions With the base unit You can set the base unit ringer volume to HIGH, LOW or OFF. If set to OFF, the base unit will not ring. Your phone comes from the factory set to HIGH. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. (You can also select the ringer volume while a call is being received.) To select HIGH or LOW, press (HOLD/RINGER)
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Page 19: Preparing The Answering System
Preparing the Answering System Greeting Message You can record a personal greeting message of up to 2 minutes. If a greeting message is not recorded, one of two pre-recorded greetings will be played when a call is received (p. 20). All messages (greeting, incoming, etc.) are stored in digital memory (p. - Page 20 Preparing the Answering System To adjust the speaker volume: 9 levels (0–8) are available while using the answering system. To increase, press To decrease, press Greeting message sample “Hello, this is (your name and/or number). Sorry I cannot take your call.
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Page 21: Programming Summary For The Answering System
Programming Summary for the Answering System You can program the following functions using the handset near the base unit. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press to select “Program”, and press Ö Ñ key). Press to select “TAD program”, and press Ö... -
Page 22: Day And Time Adjustment
Preparing the Answering System Day and Time Adjustment Voice Time/Day Stamp: During playback, a synthesized voice will announce the day and time that each message was recorded. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press Ö Ñ points to “Program”. Press FWD/EDIT á Press Ö Ñ... - Page 23 Press FWD/EDIT á •The unit announces the day/time. The clock starts working. •If 6 beeps sound, the setting is not correct. Start again from step 5. •To return to the standby mode, press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH). •In step 7, you cannot enter numbers greater than 12. Do not use military time. (To set 13:00 hours, enter “0100”, and select “PM”...
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Page 24: Selecting The Caller's Recording Time
Preparing the Answering System Selecting the Caller’s Recording Time You can select “1 minute”, “3 minutes” or “Greeting only” for the caller’s recording time. Your phone comes from the factory set to “3 minutes”. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press Ö Ñ points to “Program”. Press FWD/EDIT á... -
Page 25: Selecting The Number Of Rings
•To return to the standby mode, press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH). *Toll saver When you call the unit from a touch tone telephone: If the unit answers on the 2nd ring, there is at least one new message. If the unit answers on the 4th ring, there are no new messages. -
Page 26: Making Calls
Making Calls With the Handset (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press (TALK) Dial a phone number. •The dialed number is displayed. •After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery strength. To hang up, press handset on the base unit. •If the handset has lost communication with the base unit, 3 beeps sound and “No link to base. -
Page 27: Lighted Handset Keypad
To dial after confirming the entered number Dial a phone number. •If you misdial, press (INTERCOM/CLEAR) and dial again. Press (TALK) •After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery strength. To hang up, press handset on the base unit. -
Page 28: With The Base Unit (Digital Duplex Speakerphone)
Making Calls With the Base Unit (HOLD/RINGER) Press (DIGITAL!SP-PHONE) •The DIGITAL SP-PHONE indicator lights. Dial a phone number. When the other party answers, talk into the MIC (microphone). To hang up, press •The indicator light goes out. •To switch to the handset while using the base unit speakerphone: —If the handset is off the base unit, press (TALK). - Page 29 Hands-free Digital Duplex Speakerphone For best performance, please note the following: •Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet room. •If the other party has difficulty hearing you, press speaker volume. •If the other party’s voice from the speaker cuts in/out during a conversation, press Ö...
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Page 30: Simultaneous Keypad Dialing
Making Calls Simultaneous Keypad Dialing You can use the base unit like a standard telephone. After pressing to make a call with the handset near the base unit, you can also (TALK) dial using the base unit keypad. Handset: Press... -
Page 31: Answering Calls
Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, “Incoming call” is displayed and the CALLER ID indicator flashes quickly. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party information will be displayed after the first ring (p. 32). In order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the second ring to answer a call. -
Page 32: Caller Id Service
Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party’s information will be shown on the handset and base unit displays after the first ring. -
Page 33: To Check The Number Of New Calls
•The name display service may not be available in some areas. For further information, please contact your telephone company. To check the number of new calls When new calls have been received, the CALLER ID indicator flashes slowly on the base unit. -
Page 34: Using The Caller List
Using the Caller List Viewing the Caller List You can view the caller list with the handset or the base unit. Caller List information includes the caller’s name and phone number, the time and date the call was received, and the number of times that caller called (p. -
Page 35: Calling Back From The Caller List
What “√” means When the display shows “√”, you have already viewed this calling information, answered the call, called back the caller or played back the message (p. 57). If the same caller calls again, the call entry with “√” will be replaced with the new call entry. -
Page 36: Editing The Caller's Phone Number
1 – Area code •The order in which patterns a–d are displayed depends on how the telephone number is displayed in step 2. After editing the number, you can continue with calling back or storing procedures. To call back, press... - Page 37 Phone no. d 1 – Area code •The order in which patterns a–d are displayed depends on how the telephone number is displayed in step 2. After editing the number, you can continue with calling back. Press (DIGITAL!SP-PHONE) •The number edited in step 3 will not be maintained in the Caller List.
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Page 38: Storing Caller List Information In The Directory
Using the Caller List Storing Caller List Information in the Directory You can store names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List into the directory. Storing must be carried out with the handset. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press Ö... -
Page 39: Erasing Caller List Information
Erasing Caller List Information After checking the Caller List, you can erase some or all of the entries with the handset or the base unit. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. To erase a specific caller from the Caller List With the handset: Press to enter the... - Page 40 Using the Caller List To erase all entries in the Caller List Before erasing all entries, make sure that “0 new call” is displayed. With the handset: Press Ö Ñ Caller List. 0 new call Press (INTERCOM/CLEAR) Exit All clear Press Ö...
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Page 41: One-Touch Dialer
One-Touch Dialer You can store a phone number in the stored number is dialed with a one-touch operation. Storing a Phone Number in the DIRECT Button Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press repeatedly until the arrow Ö... -
Page 42: Dialing The Stored Number In The Direct Button
One Touch Dialer Dialing the Stored Number in the DIRECT Button Press (DIRECT) •The stored number is displayed. Press (TALK) •The number is dialed. •You can also dial the stored number by pressing (TALK) then pressing (DIRECT). (If your line has rotary or pulse service, any access numbers stored after pressing (TONE) will not be dialed.) 1234567890123456 789012... -
Page 43: Using The Directory
Using the Directory You can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in the directory using the handset. All directory items are sorted by the first word in alphabetical order. Using the directory, you can make a call by selecting a name on the handset or base unit display. - Page 44 Using the Directory Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) While the arrow points to “Save directory”, press •The display shows the number of stored items in the directory. Enter a name, up to 15 characters using the dialing buttons (p. 45). •To move the cursor, press BACK Ü or FWD/EDIT á.
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Page 45: Selecting Characters To Enter Names
Selecting Characters to Enter Names The handset dialing buttons ( can be used to enter letters FWD/EDIT á and symbols. The letters are printed on the dialing buttons. Pressing each button selects a character as shown below. Keys & Blank BACK To move the cursor to the left Ü... - Page 46 Using the Directory For example, to enter “Tom Jones”: Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) While the arrow points to “Save directory”, press (Yes key). Press Press six times, then press to move the cursor to the right. á Press four times. Press FWD/EDIT á Press Press six times, then press...
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Page 47: Finding Items In The Directory
•If you are viewing the directory with the handset, another person cannot access the directory using the base unit. FWD/EDIT á Press Ö. , BACK FWD/EDIT (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press Ñ. Alphabet letter Symbol Number Telephone number (If no name is stored) - Page 48 •If you are viewing the directory with the base unit, another person cannot access the directory using the handset. =Caller’s list repeatedly until the (STOP/EXIT) Press Ö. Alphabet letter Symbol Number Telephone number (If no name is stored) Press Ñ.
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Page 49: Dialing From The Directory
Index table Keys Index Other symbols, 1 A, B, C, 2 D, E, F, 3 G, H, I, 4 J, K, L, 5 Dialing from the Directory Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. With the handset Press BACK Ü... -
Page 50: Editing An Item In The Directory
Using the Directory Editing an Item in the Directory Programming must be carried out with the handset. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press BACK Ü the directory list. Press Ö Ñ •The first item is displayed. Press Ö... -
Page 51: Erasing An Item From The Directory
Erasing an Item from the Directory You can erase an item using the handset or the base unit. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. With the handset Press BACK Ü to enter the directory list. á Directory list =Caller’s list Press... -
Page 52: Intercom
Intercom A 2-way intercom is possible between the handset and the base unit. Paging the base unit from the handset Handset: Press (INTERCOM/CLEAR) Talk to the paged party after the beeps. •“Intercom” is displayed. Base unit: When the other party’s voice is heard, answer using the MIC. -
Page 53: Transferring A Call Using The Intercom
During an intercom call: •Intercom calls can only be ended with the handset. •If the handset user has difficulty hearing the base unit user, decrease the base unit speaker volume by pressing Ö on the base unit. •If an incoming call is received, the intercom call stops and the unit starts to ring. -
Page 54: Special Features
•The call waiting service cannot be used when: —the answering system is recording someone’s message, 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 Feature Call Waiting Caller ID Feature allows your unit to display the second caller’s information. -
Page 55: Temporary Tone Dialing (For Rotary Or Pulse Service Users)
Selecting the flash time The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. You can select the following flash times: “700, 600, 400, 300, 250, 110, 100 or 90 ms (milliseconds)”. Your phone comes from the factory set to “700 ms”. -
Page 56: Automatic Answering Operation
Automatic Answering Operation When the unit answers a call, a greeting message is played and the caller’s message is recorded. While recording, “- Answering -” will flash on the base unit display. •The total recording time (including greeting message) is about 15 minutes. -
Page 57: Listening To Messages
Listening to Messages You can see the total number of recorded messages on the base unit display. If the ANSWER ON indicator flashes, new messages have been recorded. Listening to only new messages Press (NEW!MESSAGE) •The unit announces the number of new messages and plays them back. -
Page 58: From The Handset
Listening to Messages For Caller ID service users During playback, the base unit display will show the name and/or number of the caller whose message is being played. To call back the displayed number: During playback, lift the handset and press or press (DIGITAL!SP-PHONE) •The unit stops playback and automatically dials the displayed phone number. -
Page 59: Erasing Messages
Erasing Messages The unit will announce the remaining recording time after playback, if it is less than 5 minutes. New messages cannot be recorded when: —“Memory full” is heard. —“Message full” flashes on the base unit display. —the ANSWER ON indicator flashes rapidly. Erase some, or all, of the messages. -
Page 60: Remote Operation From A Touch Tone Phone
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 on how to operate the unit (p. 62). •To skip the voice menu and operate the unit directly, see page 64. -
Page 61: Setting The Remote Code
Setting the Remote Code The remote code prevents unauthorized people from accessing your unit and listening to your messages. Choose any 2-digit number (00–99). The factory preset remote code is “11”. If you do not program your own remote code, you can use “11”. Use the handset near the base unit. -
Page 62: Voice Menu
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 1 to play back new messages. Press 2 for other functions. Press 1 to record your message. Press 2 for other functions. - Page 63 All Message Playback All recorded messages are played back. At the end of the last message, “End of final message” is heard. The unit will announce the remaining recording time if it is less than 5 minutes. New Message Playback Only new messages are played back.
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Page 64: Direct Remote Operation
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Direct Remote Operation Once you have entered the remote code, you can also control your unit by direct commands instead of using the voice menu. To end the remote operation, hang up anytime. Direct commands NEW MESSAGE PLAYBACK... -
Page 65: Turning On The Answering System
•The answering system will turn 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. Skipping the greeting message After calling your unit, press •The unit skips the rest of the greeting message and you can start recording your... -
Page 66: Remote Operation With The Handset
Remote Operation with the Handset You can operate your answering system with the handset. The announcements and recorded messages can only be heard with the handset. Summary of remote operation Press (FLASH/CALL!WAIT/PLAYBACK) •The number of new messages is heard. •“Remote operation” is displayed on the handset. Enter the desired direct commands (p. -
Page 67: Direct Commands
Direct commands NEW MESSAGE PLAYBACK ALL MESSAGE PLAYBACK REPEAT (During playback) SKIP (During playback) STOP ERASING A (*) (4) SPECIFIC MESSAGE (During playback) ERASING ALL (*) (5) MESSAGES ANSWERING SYSTEM OFF ANSWERING SYSTEM ON •Only new messages are played back. •All messages are played back. -
Page 68: Wall Mounting
%Slide the lock switch to “LOCK” with the cradle facing straight Connect the AC adaptor. #Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor. $Connect the telephone line cord to the unit. %Install the adaptor by pushing it in the direction of the arrow. - Page 69 Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide down. •Raise the antennas. To charge the handset battery: Place the handset in the cradle as shown. •The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights. IN USE/CHARGE Indicator...
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Page 70: Using The Belt Clip
To attach the belt clip Using an Optional Headset Plugging an optional headset into the handset allows a hands-free phone conversation. Please use only the Panasonic KX-TCA88 headset. To order call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Connecting the headset to the handset Open the headset jack cover, and connect the headset to the headset jack as shown below. -
Page 71: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement If “Recharge battery” is displayed and/or “ fully charged, replace the battery with a new Panasonic P-P510 (N4HKGMB00001) battery. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Carefully insert a flat metal object in the slot, and push forward to release the lock. -
Page 72: If The Following Appear
If the Following Appear... If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages will be displayed on the handset or the base unit. Handset display Recharge battery No link to base. Place on cradle and try again. Please lift up and try again Directory full Not available... - Page 73 Base unit display SUN 12:00AM 0 message Greeting record Recording error SUN 12:00AM Message full Handset in use When the clock needs adjusting, the day and time flashes with “ ”. Adjust the clock (p. 22). Your greeting message was not recorded correctly.
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Page 74: Before Requesting Help
Before Requesting Help 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 the base unit do not ring. - Page 75 •Other electrical appliances connected to the same outlet may be interfering with the Caller ID information. •Telephone line noise may be affecting the Caller ID information. •Do not pause for over 60 seconds while searching. •The line mode selection is incorrect. See page 14.
- Page 76 Before Requesting Help Problem You cannot have a conversation using the handset. You cannot have a conversation using the headset. Answering System Problem The answering system is on, but incoming messages are not recorded. You cannot listen to the recorded messages. “Message full”...
- Page 77 Problem You cannot operate the answering system with the handset. While recording a greeting message, the unit starts to ring and stops recording. During playback, the unit starts to ring and stops playback. The base unit does not display the name and/or number of the caller whose message is being played.
- Page 78 Before Requesting Help General Problem The unit does not work. You cannot program items, such as the dialing mode. Previously programmed information is erased. “Recharge battery” is displayed on the handset, “ ” flashes or the unit beeps intermittently. You charged the battery fully, but “Recharge battery”...
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Page 79: Adding Another Phone
Adding Another Phone This unit will not function during a power failure. To connect a standard telephone on the same line, use the Panasonic T-adaptor KX-J66. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Standard Telephone Single-Line... -
Page 80: 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. 11. Read and understand all instructions. 12. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit. 13. - Page 81 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. 3.
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Page 82: Fcc And Other Information
The REN is useful in determining the quantity of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your telephone number is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the REN’s of all devices connected to one line should not exceed five (5.0). - Page 83 • 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.
- Page 84 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. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,...