Panasonic KX-TG2570F Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 m,4GH- GIGARANGE EXTREME KX-TG2570B PLEASE READ BEFORE Caller ID Compatible SAVE. Charge the battery for about 7 hours before initial use.
  • Page 2 80 before use. Read and understand all instructions. Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone. Caller ID and Call Waiting Sewice, where available, are telephone company services. After subscribing to Caller ID this phone will display a caller's name and phone number.
  • Page 3 I-or Des[ I-'erTormance Battery Charge A rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery powers the handset. Charge the battery for about 7 hours before initial use (p. 12). Base Unit Location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using wireless radio waves.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Location of Controls ................Displays ....................Settings ....................Connections ..................Battery Charge ................... Selecting the Dialing Mode ..............Selecting the Line Mode ..............Programmable Functions ..............Storing Your Area Code ..............Storing a Second Area Code .............. Setting the Auto Talk Feature ............. Selecting the Ringer Volume ..............
  • Page 5 Erasing anItemfromtheDirectory ............ Intercom....................Transferring a CallUsing theIntercom ..........SpecialFeatures .................. Automatic S ecurity CodeSetting ............Howto Usethe PAUSE Button (ForAnalogPBXLine/Long D istance Service Users) ....50 ForCallWaiting Service Users ............Temporary T oneDialing (ForRotary or PulseService Users)..5 ! FLASH Button ..................
  • Page 6: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls Handset Antenna ,Headset Jack (p. 72) Display (p. 8)_ Button Button (p. 28, 30) (p. 48) [=FUNCTION/EDIT] Navigator Key Button ([_,_, BACK_, OK_) (p. 16, 20, 37, _(p. 16, 29, 34, 40) (Channel) Button Button (p. 16, 29, 34, 44) (PLAYBACK/PAUSEI [.CALLWAIT/FLASH_ Button (p.
  • Page 7 Base unit Antennas (p. 3, 11) -- Charge Contacts (p. 13) IN USE/CHARGE Indicator CALLER ID Indicator q [ANSWER ONJButton and Indicator (p. 53, 54 /OLUME [_, @ Buttons (p. 21, 31,54) HOLD/RINGER Button Button (p. 20, 31) (p. 22, 57) LOCATOR/INTERCOM] LREPEAT/REW_ Button (p.
  • Page 8: Displays

    Displays Both the handset and the base unit show you information and instructions on their displays. These display prompts are shown below. Handset display The Caller List is empty or there are no stored items in the directory. No items stored The battery needs to be charged.
  • Page 9 This is a name from the Caller List. 111-2222 The display shows: JACK SMITH II:20A JAN12 ×3 -- the caller's name, -- the caller's number, -- the time and date of the last call (ex. Jan. 12, 11:20 AM), and -- the number of times called (ex.
  • Page 10 Displays Base unit display The clock needs adjusting (p. 24). Your greeting message was not recorded correctly. Record it again (p. 21). The unit is in the answering system programming mode. The speaker volume level is set to "5". You can select: - 9 levels (0-8) while using the answering system (p.
  • Page 11: Settings

    (AC 120V, 60 Hz) Single-Line Telephone Jack (RJ11C) Telephone Line Cord • USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR POLV10 (Order No. PQLV10Z), • The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.) •...
  • Page 12: Battery Charge

    Settings Battery Charge Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 7 hours before initial use. • The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights. IN USE/CHARGE/ Indicator-- 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 13 Battery information After your Panasonie battery is fully charged (p. 12): Operation Approx. battery life near the base unit* 8-9 hours While in use (TALK) 3-4 hours away from the base unit While not in use (Stand-by) 14 days *Within about 10 feet (3 m) •...
  • Page 14: Selecting The Dialing Mode

    Settings 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 that the unit is in the stand-by mode.
  • Page 15: Selecting The Line Mode

    • Selecting the Line Mode If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to "B". Otherwise the Visual Call Waiting (Call Waiting ID) Service may not be accessible (p. 51), and the unit may not alert your pager (p. 58), Your phone comes from the factory set to "A".
  • Page 16: 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 the function details• Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. Press {FUNCTION/EDITI.
  • Page 17: Storing Your Area Code

    Storing Your Area Code We recommend that you first program your area code before using the Caller ID feature (p. 32). Incoming calls from the same area code will then be recorded in the Caller List without the area code. You do not have to remove the area code before calling back or storing.
  • Page 18: Storing A Second Area Code

    Programmable Functions Storing a Second Area Code You can also program a second local area code. This area code does not require "1" before it when dialing. After storing this area code, the display will show the 10 digits (3-digit area code plus 7-digit phone number) after a call is received from that area code.
  • Page 19: Setting The Auto Talk Feature

    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 [_{] If you want to use this feature, turn the feature ON by programming. Your phone comes from the factory set to OFF.
  • Page 20: Selecting The Ringer Volume

    Programmable Functions Selecting the Ringer Volume With the handset You can program the 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 that the unit is in the stand-by mode. ,Redial Press [FUNCTION/EDITI.
  • Page 21: Greeting Message

    ys[em rl_dllll_ LII_ /_kflSW_rlll_ 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. 22). All messages (greeting, incoming, etc.) are stored in digital memory (p.
  • Page 22: Preparing The Answering System

    Preparing the Answering System Greeting message sample "Hello, this is (your name and/or number). Sorry I cannot take your call. Please leave a message after the beep. Thank you." To erase the recorded greeting message Press [GREETING_II press _ while the message is being played. •...
  • Page 23: Programmingsummary For The Answering System

    ProgrammingSummary for the Answering System You can program the following functions using the handset near the base unit. See the page numbers below for details. Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. I Press IFUNCTION/EDITI. Press or [_ to select "Program", and press OK [_.
  • Page 24: Time And Day Adjustment

    Preparing the Answering System Time and Day Adjustment Voice Time/Day Stamp: During playback, a synthesized voice will announce the time and day that each message was recorded. Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. _Redial Press [FUNCTION/EDIT]. Directory OK:Yes Ringer...
  • Page 25 Press OK [_. • The unit announces the time/day. The clock starts working. • If 6 beeps sound, the setting is not correct. The display will return to step 4. Start from step 5. • The display will return to step 4. To return to the stand-by mode, press _ or wait for 60 seconds.
  • Page 26: 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". Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. Press [FUNCTION/EDIT].
  • Page 27: Selecting The Number Of Rings

    Selecting the 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 "AUTO (for Toll Saver*)". Your phone comes from the factory set to "AUTO". Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode.
  • Page 28: Making Calls

    Making Calls [FUNCTION/EDI3 r --_O_© Talk Press 1_. Talk Diala phone number. 1112222 • The dialed number is displayed. • After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery Talk strength. 00-00 1111] To hang up, press _ or place the handset on the base unit.
  • Page 29 To select the receiver volume Press [] or (_ while talking. • Each time you press [] or (_, HIGH Loud Low |ii||i High volume level will change. • The display will return to the length of the call. MEDIUM Loud Low inN| High...
  • Page 30: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls When a call is being received, the unit rings and call" "Incoming displayed on the handset. 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 untit the second ring to answer a call.
  • Page 31 • To switch to the handset while using the speakerphone: -- If the handset is off the base unit, press _. -- If on the base unit, just lift up. • During a call using the handset, the call can be switched to the speakerphone by pressing [DIGITAL SP-PHONE].
  • Page 32: Caller Id Service

    Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephone company. After subscribing to a Caller ID service, the calling party's information will be displayed on the handset after the first ring. The unit can record information of up to 50 different callers, including the time and date the call was received and the number of times called, in the Caller List.
  • Page 33 • If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID services, you cannot access those services. • In some calling areas, the name display service may not be available. 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 on the base unit.
  • Page 34: Using The Caller List

    Using the Caller List Viewing the Caller List To check who has called, follow the steps below. Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. Lift the handset off the base unit. If the handset is off the base unit, press [] or _ to enter the list.
  • Page 35 Ex. When you search from the most recent call: Lift the handset off the base unit. if the handset is off the base unit, press (_ or [_. 2 new calls V=New A=Old Press [_. • if there is no name information for a -_"...
  • Page 36: Calling Back From The Caller List

    Using the Caller List Calling Back from the Caller List [FUNCTION/EDIT]-- Lift the handset off the base unit. 3 new calls If the handset is off the base unit, v-New ^:Old press [_ or (_ to enter the list. CINDY TURNER Press [_ or [_ repeatedly to find the...
  • Page 37: Editing The Caller's Phone Number

    Editing the Caller's Phone Number The unit can edit a phone number into one of 4 patterns. Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. Lift the handset off the base unit. 5 new calls V:New ^=Old| If the handset is off the base unit, press (_ o_"(_ to enter the list.
  • 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. Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. Lift the handset off the base unit. i0 new calls v=New...
  • Page 39: Erasing Caller List Information

    Erasing Caller List Information After checking the Caller List, you can erase some or all of the entries. Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. To erase a specific caller from the Caller List Lift the handset off the base unit. i0 new calls v-New ^:Old...
  • Page 40: Using The Directory

    Using the Directory You can store up to 30 names and phone numbers in the directory. 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 display.
  • Page 41 Press [FUNCTION/EDIT]. Ringer volume Press _ or (_ repeatedly until the _Program arrow points to "Program", and press OK:Yes OK [] (Yes key). _Save directory flash time OK=Yes While the arrow points to "Save Directory= directory", press OK [] (Yes key). 0 item Enter name...
  • Page 42: Steps For Entering Names And Symbols

    mk Using the Directory Steps for Entering Names and Symbols 2,@@ The handset dialing buttons can be used to enter letters and symbols. Each button selects a character as shown NEW_SG ALLMSG below. Number of times key is pressed Keys &...
  • Page 43 • • For example, to enter "Tom Jones": Press IFUNCTION/EDI._. Press _ or _ repeatedly until the arrow points to "Program", and press OK [_ (Yes key). Pirectory: Whi_e the arrow points to"save press OK (_ (Yes key). 20 items directory", _nter name •#:_...
  • Page 44: Finding Items In The Directory

    Using the Directory Finding Items in the Directory Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. Press [FUNCTION/EDIT]. Press [] or [] repeatedly until .[],[],OK(_ the arrow points to "Directory". Redial ,Directory OK-Yes )<><D Press OK (_ key). (Yes •...
  • Page 45: Dialing From The Directory

    Index Index Keys Keys M, N,O, 6 Other symbols, 1 P,Q, R, S, 7 A, B,C, 2 D,E,F, T, U,V, 8 G,H,I,4 W, X, Y, Z, 9 J, K, L, 5 Dialing from the Directory _Redial Press (FUNCTION/EDIT]. Directory OK-Yes Redial Press [] or (_ repeatedly until the...
  • Page 46: Editing An Item In The Directory

    Using the Directory Editing an Item in the Directory Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. Press [FUNCTION/EDIT]. Redial Press [] or [] repeatedly until the _Directery arrow points to "Directory". OK=Yes Press OK [] (Yes key). •...
  • Page 47: Erasing Anitemfromthedirectory

    • You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing _. Erasing an Item from the Directory Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode. Press [FUNCTION/EDIT]. Redial Press [_ or (_ repeatedly until the arrow points to _Directory "Directory".
  • Page 48: Intercom

    Intercom A 2-way intercom is available between the handset and the base unit. Paging the base unit from the handset Handset: Press [INTERCOM}. Talk to the paged party after the beeps. displayed. Interco[n Base unit: When the other party's voice is heard, answer using the Handset: To end the intercom, press...
  • Page 49: Transferring A Callusing Theintercom

    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 VOLUME [_. • If an incoming call is received, the intercom call stops and the unit starts to ring.
  • Page 50: Specialfeatures

    Special Features [ FUNCTION/EDIT PLAYBACK/PAUSE] LCALL WAIT/FLASH Automatic Security Code Setting Each time you place the handset on the base unit, the unit automatically selects one of a million security codes. These codes help prevent the unauthorized use of your telephone line by another cordless telephone user.
  • Page 51: Forcallwaiting Service Users

    For Call Waiting Service Users Press [CALL WAIT/FLASHJ if you hear a call-waiting tone while talking. • The first call is put on hold and you can answer the second call. • To return to the first caller, press [CALL WAIT/FLASH] again. •...
  • Page 52: Flash Button

    Special Features FLASH Button Pressing [CALL WAIT/FLASH] allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call or accessing special telephone services (optional) such as call waiting. Selecting the flash time The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. You can select from flash times: "700,600, 400, 300, 250, 110, 100 or 90 ms (milliseconds)", using the handset near the base unit.
  • Page 53: Automatic Answering Operation

    utu ,uu ; nswerlng uperatlon 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.
  • Page 54: 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 During playback, ] Press [NEW MESSAGE1 briefly. display shows the_ message number.J •...
  • Page 55 During playback To repeat] To repeat from the beginning of the message rewind Press [REPEAT/REWl briefly. (If you press within 5 seconds of playback, the previous message will be played.) message To rewind part of the message I Press and hold [REPEAT/REW] until you reach the desired place I •...
  • Page 56: From The Handset

    Listening to Messages From the Handset tf someone else is in the room and you want to listen to the recorded messages privately, you can use the handset. Handset: Press __PLAYBACK/PA USE_. • The number of new messages is heard on the handset.
  • Page 57: Erasing Messages

    i::raslng ivlessages 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. -,,r_l/lnl,, is displayed on the base unit. - the ANSWER ON indicator flashes rapidly. Erase some or all of the messages.
  • Page 58: Pager Call

    Pager Call This feature allows you to alert your pager when the unit records an incoming message or receives a Caller ID call (p. 62). You can retrieve the message from a touch tone telephone (p. 64). If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the caller's telephone number will be displayed on your pager.
  • Page 59 Storing a 1-800 pager number If you use a 1-800 pager number with a PIN code, store the pager number as follows. _Redial Press (FUNCTION/EDIT]. Directory 0K=Yes| Ringer volume Press [_ or (_ repeatedly until the arrow _Program points to "Program".
  • Page 60: Storing Your Home Telephone Number

    Pager Call Storing Your Home Telephone Number After storing your home telephone number, it will then be displayed on your pager when your family wants you to call home. (See useful information on page 61 .) _Redial Press [FUNCTION/EDIT]. Directory OK:Yes Ringer volume...
  • Page 61 ..,.p To confirm the stored pager and home numbers Press _ w tFUNCTION/EDIT] • The unit dials the stored pager number. • The pager beeps, and displays your home number and "11"*. • if the pager does not beep or does not display your home number and "11", store the pager and home numbers again (p.
  • Page 62: Pager Mode Setting

    Pager Call Pager Mode Setting After subscribing to a Caller ID service (p. 32), you can select one of the following pager mode settings. The unit will alert your pager: 1. After the unit records an incoming message (factory preset), 2.
  • Page 63: Setting The Unit To Call A Pager

    Setting the Unit to Call a Pager Press (PLAYBACK/PAUSE). • The number of new messages is heard on the handset. Press _. • "FJ_'_m" is displayed on the base unit. • If "F'JT'_I" is not displayed, the pager number has not been stored.
  • Page 64: Remote Operation Froma Touch Tonephone

    Remote Operation froma Touch TonePhone 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. 66). • To skip the voice menu and operate the unit directly, see page 68. Summary of remote operation Call your unit from a touch tone phone.
  • Page 65: 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". Make sure that the unit is in the stand-by mode.
  • Page 66: Voice Menu

    Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Voice Menu The shaded boxes are voice prompts. _'('Press t to play back all messages. "_ Press (!]" [ All message :tess2 ;'--' ?ayback for other functions. Press [_. 'Press 1 to play back new messages. _ Press _. ("...
  • Page 67 ,,,._ All recorded messages are played back. At the end of the last message, "End of final message" is heard. The unit will announce All Message Playback the remaining recording time if it is less than 5 minutes. New Message Playback Only new messages are played back.
  • Page 68: 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...
  • Page 69 PAGER CALL • Each time you press (_], "on/off" is ON/OFF heard and the mode will turn on or off. • If you have not stored a pager number, 6 beeps will sound and the mode will not turn on. ANSWERING •...
  • Page 70: 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. I ooo I ooo I ooo _:_:::_ [PLAYBACK/PAUSE] Summary of remote operation Press (PLAYBACK/PAUSE]. •...
  • Page 71 Direct commands NEW MESSAGE * Only new messages are played back. L_ff_J PLAYBACK ALL MESSAGE ° All messages are played back. PLAYBACK REPEAT • The current message is repeated. (During playback) SKIP o The current message is skipped. (During playback) The next message is played.
  • Page 72: Using The Belt Clip

    Using an Optional Headset Plugging an optional headset into the handset allows a hands-free phone conversation. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA80 or KX-TCA90 headset. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Connecting the headset...
  • Page 73: Battery Replacement

    "1 |]" flashes after being fully "Recharge" charged, replace the battery with a new Panasonic HHR-P401 battery. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. To avoid memory loss, replace within 3 minutes. Lay the handset on a flat surface.
  • Page 74: Before Requesting Help

    Before Requesting Help Cordless Telephone Problem Remedy • You are too far from the base unit. "Out of range" lS Move closer and try again. displayed and an alarm tone • Place the handset on the base unit and sounds. try again.
  • Page 75 Problem Remedy You cannot store a name and • You cannot store an item in the phone number in the directory while the unit is in the talk or intercom mode. directory. • Do not pause for over 60 seconds while storing.
  • Page 76 Before Requesting Help Problem Remedy When a second call is • The line mode selection is incorrect. received during a See page 15. conversation, the unit does not display the new caller's name and/or phone number. • The handset is too far from the base [LOCATOR/INTERCOMJ on the base unit does not function.
  • Page 77 Answering system Problem Remedy The answering system is on, • The recording time is set to "greeting only". Select "1 minute" or "3 minutes" but incoming messages are not recorded, (p. 26). • Memory is full. Erase some or all of the messages (p.
  • Page 78 Before Requesting Help Problem Remedy While recording a greeting • To answer the call, press message, the unit starts to (DIGITAL SP-PHONE_ or press [_. The recording will stop. Start from the ring and stops recording. beginning after hanging up. While using the answering •...
  • Page 79 General Problem Remedy The unit does not work. • Check the settings (p. 11-15). • Charge the battery fully (p. 12). • Clean the charge contacts and charge again (p. 13). • Install the battery properly (p. 73). • Place the handset on the base unit and unplug the AC adaptor to reset.
  • 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. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit. 3.
  • 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.
  • Page 82: Fcc And Other Information

    FCC and Other Information If requested by the telephone company, inform them as follows: FCC Registration No ..........(found on the bottom of the unit) Ringer Equivalence .................... O.1B The particular telephone line to which the equipment is connected. This unit must not be connected to a coin operated line. If you are on a party line, check with your local telephone company.
  • Page 83 -- 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 • 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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