TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 1 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Operating Instructions Digital Cordless Phone KX-TG1223BX Model No. Digital Cordless Answering System KX-TG1233BX Model No. This unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller’s phone number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 2 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing a new Panasonic digital cordless phone. For your future reference Attach or keep original receipt to assist with any repair under warranty. Serial No. (found on the bottom of the base unit)
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 3 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Feature highlights Feature highlights Phonebooks This unit provides the handset phonebook (200 names and phone numbers; page 19) and the shared phonebook (20 names and phone numbers: KX-TG1233 only; page 22). These phonebooks allow you to make calls without having to dial manually.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 4 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Table of Contents Preparation Answering System Features (KX-TG1233 only) Accessory information ....5 Important information ....6 Answering system .
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 6 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Preparation Warning: Important information L To prevent the risk of electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain or any other type of moisture. General L Unplug this unit from power outlets if it L Use only the AC adaptor included with this emits smoke, an abnormal smell or makes product, noted on page 5.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 7 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Preparation L Only use the included base unit (or G {s} (Speakerphone) charger) to charge the battery(ies). Do not H {R} (Flash) tamper with the base unit (or charger). I Receiver Failure to follow these instructions may J Display cause the battery(ies) to swell or explode.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 8 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Preparation Base unit (KX-TG1223) Base unit (KX-TG1233) C D E A Speaker A Speaker B Charge contact B Charge contact C Navigator key C Display L {>}{<}: To adjust the ringer and D {Answer on}/Answer on indicator speaker volumes.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 9 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Preparation Base unit display icons (KX-TG1233 Displays only) Following icons appear on the base unit Handset display icons display to indicate the current status of the Various icons appear on the handset display unit.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 10 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Preparation of the adaptor may cause it to become disconnected. Connections When the AC adaptor is connected, a short beep will be heard. If it is not heard, check Battery installation the connections.
7 hours, the dust or high humidity. batteries must be replaced. Important: Battery strength L We recommend the use of Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 5. If Battery icon Battery strength you install non-rechargeable batteries and...
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 12 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Preparation Press the notch on the handset cover L If you changed the PIN, enter it (page firmly and slide it in the direction of the 35). arrow. Select “Call Options”, then press {>}.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 13 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Preparation L The date and time may be incorrect after a power failure. In this case, set the date and time again.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 14 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Making/Answering Calls Note: Making calls using the L You can also press {C} or {s} before pressing {R}. handset To make a call using the redial list Lift the handset and dial the phone The last 10 phone numbers dialled are number.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 15 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Making/Answering Calls L Place the cursor on the number you Other features wish to erase, then press {C/T}. L Place the cursor to the right of where Voice enhancer you want to insert a number, then press the appropriate dial key.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 16 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Making/Answering Calls R button (to use the flash feature) Recording a telephone conversation {R} is used to access optional telephone using the handset (KX-TG1233 only) services. Contact your service provider for You can record your conversation while on details.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 17 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Making/Answering Calls – Use the speakerphone in a quiet Note: environment. L If your unit is connected to a PBX (private L While on a call, you can switch from the branch exchange), pressing {R} can allow speakerphone to the handset: you to access certain features of your host...
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 18 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Making/Answering Calls Note: Answering calls using the L When the ringer volume is turned off, U is displayed on the base unit (KX-TG1233 handset only). L When the ringer volume is turned off, the Lift the handset and press {C} or {s} base unit will not ring for outside calls and when the unit rings.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 19 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Phonebooks Categories Handset phonebook Categories can help you find entries in the handset phonebook quickly and easily. The handset phonebook allows you to make When adding an entry to the handset calls without having to dial manually.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 20 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Phonebooks Select “Index Search”, then press Select “Edit”, then press {>}. {>}. Edit the name if necessary (16 Select the character entry mode that characters max.; see page 52 for contains the character you are character entry), then press {j/OK}.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 21 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Phonebooks Press {e} or {v} to select the desired L To search by first character (index dial key number, then press {>}. search), see page 19. To search by category, see page 20. L When the dial key is already used as a one touch dial key, “@”...
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 22 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Phonebooks To end recording, select “Stop”, then press {>}. Shared phonebook (KX- L The recording is played back. TG1233 only) Select “Save”, then press {>}. The shared phonebook allows you to make Press {ih}.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 23 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Phonebooks Select the character entry mode that Select “Save”, then press {>}. contains the character you are Press {ih}. searching for, and press {>}. Press the dial key ({0} to {9}) which Playing back an audible call contains the character you are announcement...
Handset phonebook entries (page 19) can Press {0}. be copied from the handset to the To continue copying another entry, phonebook of a compatible Panasonic select “Yes”, then press {>}. Find the handset. desired entry, then press {>}. L To finish copying, select “No”, then Copying one entry press {>}.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 25 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Handset Settings Guide to handset settings For your reference, a chart of all items which can be customised for the handset is printed below. L When customising the handset, the current item or setting is indicated by >. Handset settings Sub-menu Sub-menu 2...
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 26 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Handset Settings Time settings Ringer setup Alarm Ringer volume An alarm will sound for 3 minutes at the set Press {j/OK}. time once or daily. Set the date and time Select “Handset Setup”, then press beforehand (page 12).
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 27 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Handset Settings several seconds if the caller hangs up L If you use 12-hour time entry, select before you answer. You may hear a dial “AM” or “PM” by pressing {*} tone or no one on the line when you repeatedly before entering the time.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 28 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Handset Settings Select the desired setting, then press “Off”: Only the current date and time are displayed. {>}. Press {ih}. Press {j/OK}. Note: Select “Handset Setup”, then press L When the answering system answers the {>}.
PIN. The unit will not reveal Select “Call Options”, then press the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, {>}. consult your nearest Panasonic service Select “Call Bar”, then press {>}. centre. Enter “0000” (default handset PIN).
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 30 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Handset Settings – Category ringtones Turning keytones on/off L The following items will be retained: Keytones are tones heard when keys are – Handset phonebook entries (Category pressed. Includes confirmation tones and names and ringtones will be reset to error tones.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 31 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Base Unit Settings Guide to base unit settings For your reference, a chart of all items which can be customised for the base unit is printed below. L These items are customised using the handset. L When customising the base unit, the current item or setting is indicated by >.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 32 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Base Unit Settings Press {j/OK}. Ringer setup Press {ih}. Turning night mode on/off Night mode Press {j/OK}. Night mode allows you to select a block of Select “Base Unit Setup”, then time during which the base unit will not ring press {>}.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 33 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Base Unit Settings Storing/changing emergency Call options numbers These settings determine which phone Changing the flash time numbers can be dialled while the call bar feature is on (page 29). Change the flash time, if necessary, depending on the requirements of your Press {j/OK}.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 34 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Base Unit Settings Enter “0000” (default base unit PIN). Select the extensions which will be restricted by pressing the desired L If you changed the PIN, enter it (page number. 35). L Flashing numbers indicate call Select “Call Options”, then press restriction is turned on for the...
– Shared phonebook entries (KX-TG1233 of your new PIN. The unit will not reveal only) the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, – Repeater mode consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. – Recordings, including your greeting message, caller messages, voice Press {j/OK}.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 36 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Caller ID Service Category features for handset Using Caller ID service phonebook Categories can help you identify who is Important: calling by using different ringtones for L This unit is Caller ID compatible. To use different categories of callers.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 37 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Caller ID Service To erase a number Press {j/OK}, select “Edit and Caller list Call”, then press {>}. Press {<} or {>} to place the cursor on the number you wish to erase, then Viewing the caller list and calling press {C/T}.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 38 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Caller ID Service Messages are recorded by the service provider, not your telephone. Note: L For more information on using the unit’s answering system and your service provider’s voice mail service, see page 45 (KX-TG1233 only).
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 39 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Answering System Features (KX-TG1233 only) Answering system Turning the answering system on/off The KX-TG1233 unit contains an answering system which can answer and record calls for you when you are unavailable to answer Using the base unit the phone.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 40 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Answering System Features (KX-TG1233 only) L Speak clearly about 20 cm away from Playing back the greeting the microphone. message Press {5} to stop recording. L The greeting message is played back. Using the base unit Note: Press {d}.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 41 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Answering System Features (KX-TG1233 only) Listening to new/all messages Repeating, skipping, stopping, When you have new messages: erasing a message during – the answer on indicator on the base unit playback flashes L To repeat a message during playback: –...
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 42 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Answering System Features (KX-TG1233 only) Calling back using the handset Direct command (Caller ID subscribers only) operation using the If caller information was received for the call, handset you can call the caller back while listening to a message.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 43 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Answering System Features (KX-TG1233 only) 27, 32) activates. You need to select “30 sec.” for activating the ring delay Remote operation feature. Using a touch tone phone, you can call your Using the answering system phone number from outside and access the unit to listen to messages or change...
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 44 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Answering System Features (KX-TG1233 only) L If message memory is full, erase L The greeting message is played back. unnecessary messages (page 44). L You can hang up, or enter your remote access code again and begin remote Remote commands operation.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 45 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Answering System Features (KX-TG1233 only) Select “Answer System”, then press Select “Recording Time”, then press {>}. {>}. Select “Settings”, then press {>}. Select the desired setting, then press {>}. Select “Number of Rings”, then press {>}.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 46 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Multi-unit Operation Operating additional units Registering a handset to a base unit Additional handsets Up to 6 handsets can be registered to a To register an additional handset to a single base unit. Additional handsets will base unit (easy registration) give you the freedom to, for example, have The included handset and base unit are...
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 47 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Multi-unit Operation Select “Select Base”, then press To register a handset to an additional {>}. base unit (manual registration) Select the desired base unit number, or You can register a handset to a base unit “Auto”, then press {>}.
Intercom calls can be made between You can increase the range of the base unit handsets/base unit in the same radio cell. by using a DECT repeater. Please use only the Panasonic DECT repeater noted on page 5. Consult your Panasonic dealer for details.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 49 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Multi-unit Operation Between a handset and the base Transferring calls, unit conference calls When a handset calls the base unit Outside calls can be transferred to the base Handset: unit or to a handset in the same radio cell. 2 Press {INT} and {0}.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 50 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Multi-unit Operation Press {C} or {s} to answer the page. From the base unit to a handset L Handset 2 can talk with handset 1. Handset 1: When the base unit transfers a call to a To complete the call transfer, press handset {ih}.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 51 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Useful Information Wall mounting Screws Hook 108 mm Note: L Make sure the screws are securely fastened to the wall. L Do not pinch the telephone line cord and AC adaptor cord between the base unit and the wall.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 52 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Useful Information Available character entries The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it. The available character entry modes are, Alphabet, Numeric, Greek, Extended 1, Extended 2, and Cyrillic.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 53 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Useful Information Extended 1 character table (N) 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)
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 54 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Useful Information Troubleshooting If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the AC adaptor and turn off the handset, then reconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the handset. Initial settings Problem Cause &...
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 55 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Useful Information Telephone Problem Cause & solution I cannot make or receive calls. L The AC adaptor or telephone line cord is not connected. Check the connections. L If you are using a splitter to connect the unit, remove the splitter and connect the unit to the wall socket directly.
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TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 56 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Useful Information Problem Cause & solution Static is heard, sound cuts in and L Locate the handset and the base unit away from out. Interference from other other electrical appliances. electrical units. L Move closer to the base unit.
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Cancel unused handset registrations from the base unit (page 47). L You entered the wrong PIN number. If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. L Locate the handset and the base unit away from other electrical appliances.
TG1223-1233BX(e-e).book Page 58 Wednesday, November 15, 2006 3:32 PM Useful Information L The illustrations used in these operating instructions may differ slightly from the Specifications actual product. ■ Standard: DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications), GAP (Generic Access Profile) ■ Number of channels: 120 Duplex Channels ■...
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