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Panasonic KX-TC1733B Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic KX-TC1733B Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Caller ID Compatible PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for about 15 hours before initial use. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico...
  • Page 2 INSTRUCTIONS on page 76 before use. Read and understand all instructions, Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic telephone. Caller ID and Call Woiting 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 Battery Charge A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the handset. Charge the battery for about 15 hours before initial use (p. 13). Base Unit Location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using wireless radio waves. For maximum operation, the recommended base unit location is:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Location of Controls Displays ... Settings Connections ... Battery Charge ... Selecting the Dialing Mode ... Selecting the Line Mode ... Programmable Functions Setting the Auto Talk Feature ... Selecting the Ringer Volume ... Selecting the LCD Contrast ... Preparing the Answering System ...
  • Page 5 Intercom ... Special Features ... Automatic Security Code Setting ... Temporary Tone Dialing (For Rotary or Pulse Service Users) ... For Call Waiting Service Users ... How to Use the PAUSE Button (For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) ... FLASH Button ...

  • Page 6: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls Base unit RI_RE_ Button (p. 55) /ANSWER ON/Button and Indicator 53, 54, 57) Display (p. 11) I Hook (p. 66) /GREETING/Button (p. 21) Button (p. 22, 57) Charge Contacts (p. 14) IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD L_LOCATOR/INTERCOM/Button (p. 49) Indicator (p. 13) VOLUME _v_, _ MIC (Microphone)(p.
  • Page 7 Handset Back side Speaker (p. 29) (Talk) Button Headset Jack (p. 68) ... _-J (Speakerphone) Button (p. Button (p. 50) (FLASH/CALL WAIT/PLAYBACK_ '-';-- Button (p. 51,52, 56, 64) •Display (p. 8) ,. _ Button (p. 28, 35) Navigator Key EDIT _, CH _ (Channel)] (p•...

  • Page 8: Displays

    Displays Both the handset and the base unit show you instructions and information on the displays. These display prompts are shown below. Handset The Caller List is empty or there are no stored No items stored items in the directory. The battery needs to be charged.
  • Page 9 During a conversation, length of the call (ex. 1 hour, 6 minutes and Talk 35 seconds). The battery strength is also {111] 01-06-35 displayed (p. 13). The handset has lost communication No link to base base unit. Place the handset on the base unit Place on cradle and try again.
  • Page 10 • Displays Intercom hold An outside call has been put on hold by the handset in the intercom mode. To release the Q0-00-0v (11111] hold, press _ BROWN, NANCY A second call is received t 1-000-222-3333 (p. 51). [ ---Waiting _[],[_j, Please lift...
  • Page 11 Base unit The clock needs adjusting (p. 24, 25). Your greeting message was not recorded correctly. Record it again (p. 21). The unit is in the answering system programming The speaker volume level is set to "5". You can select: --9 levels (0-8) are available while using the answering system (p.

  • Page 12: Settings

    Fasten the AC adaptor cord to prevent it from being disconnected Hook oUSE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR oThe AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feet warm during use.) oTo connect a standard telephone on the same line, see page 69.

  • Page 13: Battery Charge

    Battery Charge Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 15 hours befor_ initial use. oThe IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD indicator lights. Battery strength You can check the battery strength on the display while the handset is on the base unit, while it is in use (making/answering viewing the Caller List or directory items, programming etc.
  • Page 14 DO NOT recharge the handset battery for more than 15 minutes, the display will keep indicating "Recharge" Battery information After your Panasonic battery is fully charged (p. 13): Operation While in use (TALK) While not in use (Standby) •...

  • Page 15: Selecting The Dialing Mode

    Selecting the Dialing Mode 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. Press [REDIAL/PAUSE/FUN(_TION].

  • Page 16: 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". Your phone comes from the factory set to "A". Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. Press R_E-DIAL/PAU SE/FUNCTI_.

  • Page 17: 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. Press IR EDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION]. <Function menu>* _ave directory.-],...

  • Page 18: 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 (_ feature, turn the feature ON by programming. factory set to OFF. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.

  • Page 19: Selecting The Ringer Volume

    Selecting the Ringer Volume You can program the ringer volume to HIGH, LOW or OFF. If set to OFF, the unit will not ring. Your phone comes from the factory set to HIGH. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. Press [REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION].

  • Page 20: Selecting The Lcd Contrast

    Programmable Functions Selecting the LCD Contrast You can program the handset LCD contrast (5 levels). To make the handset display clearer, set to high level. Your phone comes from the factory set to level 3. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. Press [ REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION).

  • Page 21: 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. 22). All messages (greeting, incoming, etc.) are stored in digital memory (p.
  • Page 22 I' Preparing the Answering To erase the recorded greeting Press _ briefly ,* Press _ played. =The unit will answer a call with a pre-reeorded greeting. Pre-recorded greeting message If you do not record a greeting message (p. 21), oneof two messages will be played when a call is received, depending on the caller's recording time (p.

  • Page 23: 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. See the page numbers below for details. The unit must be in the standby mode before programming. Lift the handset, and press R_EDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION_]. Press [_ or (_ to select...

  • Page 24: Day And Time Adjustment

    • Preparing the Answering Day and Time Adjustment Voice Day/Time Stamp: During playback, a synthesized voice will announce the clay and time that each message was recorded. Press _REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION]. Press 1_ or [_ repeatedly until the arrow points to "Program". Press EDIT _.
  • Page 25 eln step 7, you cannot enter numbers greater than 12. Do not use military (To set 13:00 hours, enter "0100" and seFect "PM" by pressing (_.) If a power failure occurs; the time may be shifted. When "(_)" flashes on the base unit display, reprogram the current day/time. To check the day/time Repeat steps 1 to 6 on page 24.

  • Page 26: Selecting The Caller's Recording Time

    =k Preparing the Answering 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 [REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION]. Press _) or [_ repeatedly until the arrow points to "Program".

  • 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 "Toll saver"*. your phone comes from the factory set to "Toll saver". Press {REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTIONj. Press [_ or (_ repeatedly until the arrow...

  • Page 28: Making Calls

    Making Calls To have a hands-free conversation, connect an optional headset to the handset (p. 68). Back side Speaker- Microphone-- Press _. Dial a phone number. oThe dialed number is displayed. oAfter a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery strength.
  • Page 29 To have a hands-free phone conversation (Using Digital Duplex Speakerphone) Press _-j. Dial a phone number. oThe dialed number is displayed. oAfter a few seconds, the display will show the . length of the call and the battery strength. When the other party answers, talk into the microphone.
  • Page 30 =b Making Calls To dial after confirming the entered Dial a phone number, elf you misdial, press _-HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR 1. One digit is erased from the right. Dial the correct phone number. Press [_. To have a hands-free phone conversation, press _, and when the other party answers, talk into the microphone.
  • Page 31 To put a call on hold Press H_HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR_. O"Hold" is displayed. oThe IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD indicator on the base unit flashes. elf you do not press any key more than 6 minutes, an alarm tone will sound. elf you do not press any key more than 10 minutes after holding a call, a line will be disconnected.

  • Page 32: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings and the CALLER ID indicator on the base unit flashes quickly. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party information will be displayed after the first ring (p. 33). In order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the second ring to answer a call.

  • Page 33: 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 displayed on the handset after the first ring. The unit can record information of up to 50 different callers, including the time and date received and the number of times called, in the Caller List.
  • Page 34 Caller ID Service oCaller information cannot be displayed in the following cases: --if the caller dialed from an area which does not provide a Caller ID service, the display will show "our_ of area". --If the caller has requested not to display his/her information, the display will show"Private caller".

  • Page 35: Using The Caller List

    Using the Caller List Viewing the Caller List To check who has called, follow the steps below. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. Lift the handset off the base unit and press _ or [_ to enter the Caller List.
  • Page 36 Using the Caller List Ex. When you search from the most recent call: Lift the handset off the base unit and press (_ 2 new calls _=Directory Press _. SMITH, JACK 1-222-333-4444 3:IOP JUNI0 Press [_. BROWN, NANCY 1-555-666-7777 1:54P JUN 9 ×2 Press (_.

  • Page 37: Calling Back From The Caller List

    Calling Back from the Caller List Lift the handset off the base unit and press 1_ or 1_ to enter the List. Press [_ or [_] repeatedly to find the desired caller. Press or 51. oThe displayed phone number is dialed automatically.

  • Page 38: Editing The Caller's Phone Number

    Using the Caller List Editing the Caller's Phone Number The unit can edit a phone number into one of 4 patterns. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. Lift the handset off the base unit and press _ or I_ to enter the Caller List.

  • Page 39: Storing Caller List Information In The Directory

    Storing Caller List Information in the Directory You can store numbers that are in the Caller List in the directory. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. Lift the handset off the base unit and press _ or _ to enter the Caller List.

  • Page 40: Erasing Caller List Information

    J, Using the Caller List Erasing Caller List Information After checking the Caller List, you can erase some or all of the entries. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. To erase a specific caller from the Caller List Lift the handset off the base unit and press (_ or {_...

  • Page 41: Using The Directory

    Using the Directory You can store up to 50 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 42 0' Using the Directory Press _AUSE/FUNCTIONj. While the arrow points to "Save directory", press EDIT (_. oThe display shows the number of stored items in the directory. Enter a name, up to 15 characters, dialing buttons, CH [_ or EDIT _. eSee the steps for entering names and symbols (p.

  • Page 43: Steps For Entering Names And Symbols

    Steps for Entering Names and Symbols The handset dialing buttons ((_ to (_), CH _) EDIT [_ can be used to enter letters and symbols. Each button selects a character as shown below. Number of times Keys & Blank To move the cursor to the left EDIT To move the cursor to the right eTo enter another character using the same dialing button, press EDIT _...
  • Page 44 • Using the Directory For example, to enter "Tom Jones": Press (REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION_. While the arrow points to "Save press EDIT _]. directory", Press [-_. Press (_ six times, then press EDIT _ move the cursor to the right. Press _ four times. Press EDIT (]_] twice to enter a blank.

  • Page 45: Finding Items In The Directory

    Finding Items in the Directory Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. Press OH (_ or EDIT _ to enter the directory list. Directory list _=Caller's list • In step 1, you can go to the Caller List by pressing EDIT [_ (p.

  • Page 46: Dialing From The Directory

    Using the Directory Index table Keys Index Other symbols, 1 A, B,C, 2 D, E, F, 3 G,H,I,4 ® J,K,L,_ Dialing from the Directory Press CH _ or EDIT _ to enter the directory list. Press _or[_. eThe first item is displayed. Press (_ or _ repeatedly to find the...

  • Page 47: Editing An Item In The Directory

    Editing an Item in the Directory Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. Press CH _ or EDIT _ to enter the directory list. Press _ or (_. oThe first item is displayed. Press _ or _ repeatedly to find the directory item you want to change, and press EDIT (_.

  • Page 48: Erasing An Item From The Directory

    Using the Directory Erasing an Item from the Directory Make sure the unit is in the standby mode. Press CH _ or EDIT _ to enter the directory list. Press (_ or (_. =The first item is displayed. Press (_ or (_ repeatedly to find the directory item you want to erase.

  • Page 49: Intercom

    Intercom A 2-way intercom is possible between the handset and the base unit. Paging the base unit from the handset Handset: Press [HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR_. Talk to the paged party after the beeps. e"Intereom" is displayed. Base unit: When the other party's voice is heard, answer using the MIC.

  • Page 50: Special Features

    Special Features Display _ EDIT _J I'_._ IFLASH/CALL WAIT/PLAYBACK_ Automatic Security Code Setting Each time you place the handset on the base unit, the unit automatically selects one of more than a million security codes. These codes help prevent the unauthorized use of your telephone line by another cordless telephone user.

  • Page 51: For Call Waiting Service Users

    For Call Waiting Service Users Press [FLASH/CALL WAIT/PLAYBACK} talking. • The first call is put on hold and you can answer the second call. oTo return to the first caller, press [FLASH/CALL ='The call waiting service cannot be used when: --the answering system is recording someone's --a parallel connected telephone is in use.

  • Page 52: Flash Button

    =b Special Features FLASH Button Pressing FLASH/CALL WAIT/PLAYBACK 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 the following flash times: "700,600, 100 or 90 ms (milliseconds)".

  • Page 53: Automatic Answering Operation

    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 moms, 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 Press INEW MESSAGE/SLOW TALK_ briefly. eThe unit announces the number of new messages and plays them back.
  • Page 55 During playback To repeat Press _ briefly. message elf you press within 5 seconds of playback, the previous message will be played. TO skip Press _ briefly. message To stop Press _. operation • To resume playback, press _NEW MESSAGE/SLOW •...

  • Page 56: From The Handset

    • Listening to Messages From the Handset If someone else is in the room and you want to listen to the recorded messages privateJy,you can use the handset. Handset: Press (FLASH/CALL _/_AYBAC_, eThe number of new messages is heard on the handset. Base unit: To listen to new messages, press _NEW MESSAGE/SLOW TALK_...

  • Page 57: 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. --"131_11" is displayed on the base unit. --the ANSWER ON indicator flashes rapidly. Erase some, or all, of the messages.

  • Page 58: 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. 60). oTo skip the voice menu and operate the unit directly, see page 62.

  • Page 59: Setting The Remote Code

    Setting the Remote Code The remote code prevents unauthorized and listening to your messages. Choose any 2-digit number 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 standby mode. Press _REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION I.

  • Page 60: 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 tbr other functions. Press (_. Press 1 to play back new messages. Press 2 for other functions. Press [_.
  • Page 61 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.

  • Page 62: Direct Remote Operation

    =b 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 eOnly new messages are played back.
  • Page 63 ERASING A eThe current message is erased. SPECIFIC oA short beep will sound and the next MESSAGE message will be played. (During playback) ERASING ALL eAII recorded messages are erased. MESSAGES oA long beep sounds and "Ho messases" is heard. ANSWERING oThe unit hangs up and will not answer SYSTEM OFF...

  • Page 64: 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 CFLASH/CALL WAIT/PLAYBACK). eThe numberof new messagesis heard. is displayed on the handset. e"Remote operation"...
  • Page 65 Direct commands NEW MESSAGE eOnly new messages are played back. PLAYBACK ALL MESSAGE eAII messages are played back. LP_J PLAYBACK REPEAT eThe current message is repeated. (During playback) SKIP eThe current message is skipped. (During playback) The next message is played. CHANGING eEach time you press the button, the PLAYBACK...

  • Page 66: Wall Mounting

    Wall Mounting This unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate. Push the hook and turn Jtaround. Turn the hook until a click is heard. Connect the AC adaptor. f... Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor, then push it in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 67 Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide down. oRaise the antenna. oFasten the telephone line cord to prevent it from being disconnected. Hook_ To charge the battery: Fix the charge contacts (O) and insert the hook to the handset hole ((_), oThe IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD indicator lights.

  • Page 68: 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 a Panasonic KX-TCA87 or KX-TCA90 headset. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Connecting an optional...

  • Page 69: Battery Replacement

    Battery Replacement is displayed and/or "( If "Recharge" charged, replace the battery with a new Panasonic P-P504 battery. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Press the notch on the battery cover firmly and slide it as indicated by the arrow.

  • Page 70: Before Requesting Help

    Before Requesting Help Cordless Telephone Problem "No link to base Place on cradle displayed, try again."is and an alarm tone sounds. Static, sound cuts in/out, fades. Interference from other electrical units. The handset does not ring. The handset display is blank.
  • Page 71 Problem While programming or •To answer the call, press [_ searching, the unit starts to Start again from the beginning after ring and stops the program/ hanging up. search. • You do not subscribe to a Caller ID The unit does not display the service.
  • Page 72 =b Before Requesting 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, "t_t_ll"...
  • Page 73 Problem You cannot operate the oThe handset user is operating the answering system at the answering system, or is engaged in an base unit. outside call. Wait until the IN USE/CHARGE/HOLD goes out. You cannot operate the OMake sure you enter the correct remote code.
  • Page 74 =b Before Requesting Help General Problem The unit does not work. • Check the settings (p. 12-16). oCharge the battery fully (p. 13). • Clean the charge contacts and charge again (p. 14). • Install the battery properly (p. 69). •...
  • Page 75 1-800-211 -PANA(7262). ePanasonic's customer inquiries: consumerproducts for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico ONLY Cause and Remedy e-mail address for @panasonic.com...

  • Page 76: 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. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit. 3.
  • Page 77 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.

  • Page 78: Fcc And Other Information

    FCC and Other Information If requested by the telephone company, inform them as follows: FCC Registration No... Ringer Equivalence The particular telephone line to which the equipment This unit must not be connected to a coin operated line. If you-are on a party line, check with your local telephone company. Ringer Equivalence No.
  • Page 79 Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, 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 80 Symptom • Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, 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. • This cordless telephoneis designed for use in the UnitedStates ofAmerica.

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