Panasonic KX-TG2336 Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic KX-TG2336 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic KX-TG2336 Operating Instructions Manual

2.4 ghz digital cordless phone
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2.4 GHz Digital Cordless Phone

Operating Instructions

KX-TG2336
Model No.
Pulse-or-tone dialing capability
The unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller's name and phone number,
you must subscribe to Caller ID service.
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE.
Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use.
Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    The unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller’s name and phone number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service. PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico...
  • Page 2 Please read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 63 before use. Read and understand all instructions. Caller ID, Call Waiting and Voice Mail Service, where available, are telephone company services. After subscribing to Caller ID this phone will display a caller’s name and phone number.
  • Page 3: For Best Performance

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

    Preparation Location of Controls ..6 Installation ....8 Connections ... . . 8 Installing the Battery in the Handset .
  • Page 5 Useful Information Belt Clip ....50 Shoulder Rest Attachment . . 50 Wall Mounting ... . 51 Optional Headset .
  • Page 6: Location Of Controls

    Base unit IN USE Indicator (p. 23) [*] (TONE) Button (p. 46) Charge Contacts (p. 10) [REDIAL] Button (p. 22) CHARGE Indicator (p. 9) VOLUME Button [<], [>] (p. 16, 22) [VM] (Voice Mail) Button (p. 45) Hook (p. 51) MIC (Microphone) (p.
  • Page 7: Button (P

    Handset Back side Speaker Headset Jack (p. 52) [C] (TALK) Button (p. 19) [s] (Speakerphone) Button (p. 19) [*] (TONE) Button (p. 46) [HOLD/INTERCOM] Button (p. 20, 37) Handset soft keys Two soft keys are used to select functions displayed directly above each key.
  • Page 8: Installation

    Connections Fasten the cords. Hooks • USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. PQLV1Z). • The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.) • If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID and voice mail services, you cannot access those services.
  • Page 9: Installing The Battery In The Handset

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

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

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

    Function Menu Table You can use the following functions to customize your unit. See the corresponding pages for function details. • After pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items directly by pressing ([0] to [9], [*] and [#]) instead of using the soft keys (p. 53 – 54). Main menu V.M.
  • Page 13: Display Language

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

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

    Ringer Volume You can select the handset or base unit ringer volumes to high, medium, low, or off. The factory preset is HIGH. If the handset and base unit ringer is turned off, the handset or base unit will ring at the low level for intercom calls, and will not ring for outside calls.
  • Page 16: Ringer Tone

    • If you subscribe to a Distinctive Ring Service (such as IDENTA-RING) from your telephone company with 2 or 3 consecutive rings, select a bell ringer pattern (Tone 1 to 3). If you select a melody pattern, you will not be able to distinguish lines by their ringers.
  • Page 17 Select the desired ringer tone by pressing [d] or [B]. • The handset will ring and the ringer tone will change. If the ringer volume has been turned off, the handset will not ring (p. 15). • You can also select the ringer tone by pressing [1] to [7].
  • Page 18: Lcd Contrast

    Programmable Settings LCD Contrast There are 6 levels of LCD contrast. The factory preset is “level 3”. Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing [d] or [B], then press Select. Scroll to “LCD contrast” by pressing [d] or [B], then press Select. Select the desired contrast by pressing [d] or [B].
  • Page 19: Making Calls

    Making Calls Using the Handset Press [C]. • “Talk” is displayed. Dial a phone number. • The dialed number is displayed. • After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call. To hang up, press [OFF] or place the handset on the base unit.
  • Page 20 Making Calls To dial after confirming the entered number Enter a phone number. 3334444| Clear • If you misdial, press Clear. Enter the correct number. • If a pause is required when dialing, press Pause where needed (p. 47). • To cancel, press [OFF]. Press [C] or [s].
  • Page 21: Voice Enhancer Technology

    Voice Enhancer Technology Panasonic’s Voice Enhancer Technology clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to, reproducing a more natural-sounding voice that is easier to hear and understand. Voice Enhancer Technology can be turned on or off. The factory preset is OFF.
  • Page 22: Using The Base Unit

    Using the Base Unit Press [SP-PHONE]. • The SP-PHONE indicator lights. Dial a phone number. When the other party answers, talk into the MIC (microphone). To hang up, press [SP-PHONE]. • The indicator light goes out. • To switch to the handset while using the base unit speakerphone: —...
  • Page 23: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, “Incoming call” is displayed, and the Ringer/Message Alert indicator on the handset and the IN USE indicator on the base unit flash rapidly. If you subscribe to Caller ID, see page 24. Handset Press [C] or [s].
  • Page 24: Caller Id Service

    This unit is compatible with Caller ID services offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to Caller ID, caller names and phone numbers will be displayed and recorded in the Caller List. How Caller ID information is displayed and announced When a call comes in, the unit will ring and Caller ID information will be received.
  • Page 25: Talking Caller Id

    • If you subscribe to a Distinctive Ring Service (such as IDENTA-RING) from your telephone company with 2 or 3 consecutive rings, your unit may mute one or more of the rings in order to announce the name of the caller.
  • Page 26: Using The Caller List

    Caller ID Service Base unit Talking Caller ID feature This feature must be turned on or off for the base unit by using the handset. Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing [ or [ ], then press Select. Scroll to “Set base unit”...
  • Page 27: Viewing The Caller List

    Viewing the Caller List Press Rcvd calls, [ Caller List. To search from the most recent call, press [ To search from the oldest call, press [ • The caller’s name, number and the time and date of the call are displayed. Name and phone number are alternately displayed as shown on the right.
  • Page 28: Editing The Caller's Phone Number

    – Area code • The order in which patterns F–H are displayed depends on how the telephone number is displayed in step 2. To call the edited number, press [C] or [s]. • If Caller ID Number Auto Edit is turned on (factory preset is on), phone numbers with the same area code as the number you edited will now be edited in the Caller List and each time you receive a call.
  • Page 29: Caller Id Number Auto Edit

    Caller ID Number Auto Edit Once you call back an edited number (p. 28), this unit can automatically edit incoming phone numbers from the same area code in the Caller List and each time you receive a call. For example, it can ignore the area code of calls originating from your area code, so that you can call these numbers from the Caller List without dialing the area code.
  • Page 30: Storing Caller Information In The Phone Book

    Using the Caller List Storing Caller Information in the Phone Book Handset Caller names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List can be stored in the phone book. Press Rcvd calls, [ Caller List. Scroll to the desired caller by pressing [ Press Select.
  • Page 31: Erasing Caller Information

    Erasing Caller Information To erase a specific caller Press Rcvd calls, [ Caller List. Scroll to the desired caller by pressing [ ], then press Erase. • To erase other items, repeat step 2. • To exit the Caller List, press [OFF]. To erase all entries Before erasing all entries, make sure that you have viewed all missed calls.
  • Page 32: Phone Book

    • To store numbers for calling card access (see “Chain Dial” on page 35), we recommend you add pauses after each item. Storing pauses with numbers will prevent misdialing (p. 47). The delay time necessary will depend on your telephone company. Handset Rcvd...
  • Page 33: Phone Book

    Selecting characters to enter names Enter names using the dialing buttons. Press each button until the desired character is displayed. • Pressing each button selects a character in the order shown below. Characters Keys # & ’ ( ) ; , – . / 1 a b c A B C 2 d e f D E F 3 g h i G H I 4...
  • Page 34: Dialing From The Phone Book

    Phone book items are sorted in the following order: Alphabet letters (Alphabetical) Space & ’ ( ) , – . / Telephone numbers (If no name is stored) Press [C] or [s]. • The displayed phone number is dialed. • If “No items stored” is displayed in step 1, the phone book is empty.
  • Page 35: Chain Dial

    Index table Keys Index Symbols, 1 A, B, C, 2 D, E, F, 3 G, H, I, 4 J, K, L, 5 Chain Dial Handset You can dial a combination of phone book or manual key pad entries while making a call.
  • Page 36: Editing An Item In The Phone Book

    Phone Book Editing an Item in the Phone Book Press Phone book. Press Search. Scroll to the desired item by pressing [ ], then press Edit. • To search for the item by initial, see page 34. Edit the name (p. 33), then press [d]. •...
  • Page 37: Intercom

    Intercom Intercom calls can be made between the handset and the base unit. Making Intercom Calls Handset From Press [HOLD/INTERCOM]. • The base unit will ring for 1 minute. • To stop paging, press [OFF]. When the paged party answers, start talking. •...
  • Page 38: Answering Intercom Calls

    Intercom Answering Intercom Calls Handset When the handset is paged, it rings and the Ringer/Message Alert indicator flashes rapidly. Press [C], [s] or [HOLD/INTERCOM]. • You can also answer a call by pressing any button except [d], [B] or [OFF]. To disconnect the intercom, press [OFF].
  • Page 39: Transferring A Call

    Transferring a Call You can transfer an outside call to the base unit or the handset. Handset From the Handset: (1) During a call, press [HOLD/INTERCOM]. • The call is put on hold. (2) Press Base. (3) Wait for the paged party to answer, then you can announce the transfer.
  • Page 40 Transferring a Call Quick call transfer You can transfer a call without waiting for the paged party to answer. Handset During a call, press [HOLD/INTERCOM], then press Base. Press [OFF] to hang up. Base Unit During a call, press [LOCATOR/INTERCOM]. Press [SP-PHONE] to hang up.
  • Page 41: Conference Calls

    Conference Calls While you are talking with an outside caller, the base unit user or the handset user can join the conversation and establish a conference call. Handset During a call, press [HOLD/INTERCOM]. • The call is put on hold. Press Base.
  • Page 42: Voice Mail Service

    Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to this service, your telephone company’s voice mail system can answer calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone or when your line is busy.
  • Page 43: Setting Voice Mail (Vm) Tone Detection

    Turn off this programming when: — you do not subscribe to a voice mail service, — your telephone company does not send a series of tones, followed by a continuous tone to indicate you have new voice mail, or — your phone is connected to a business or office telephone system (PBX).
  • Page 44: Listening To Voice Mail Messages

    To listen to your voice mail message(s) Handset Press [MENU]. Press Select at “V.M. access”. • The handset is connected to the telephone line and dials the access number (p. 42) in speakerphone mode. • If the handset beeps 3 times and “Store VM access#”...
  • Page 45 Base Unit Press [VM]. • The base unit is connected to the telephone line and dials the access number (p. 42) in speakerphone mode. • If the base unit beeps 3 times, a voice mail access number is not stored. To store the number, see page 42.
  • Page 46: Special Features

    “----Waiting-----”. • Contact your telephone company for details about availability in your area, and to verify that CWID service is activated on your telephone line. • The second caller’s name will not be announced even if the Talking Caller ID feature is on (p.
  • Page 47: Using The Pause Key (For Pbx Line/Long Distance Calls)

    (p. 46). Selecting the flash time The flash time required 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)”. The factory preset is “700 ms”.
  • Page 48: Incoming Call Tone

    Special Features Incoming Call Tone During an intercom call (p. 37), you can be informed of incoming calls by two tones. If this feature is turned on, incoming call tones will be heard for as long as the line is ringing.
  • Page 49: Key Tone

    Key Tone Handset You can select whether or not the handset keys will sound tones (key tone, confirmation tone, error tone). The factory preset is ON. Press [MENU]. Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing [ or [ ], then press Select. Scroll to “Key tone”...
  • Page 50: Belt Clip

    You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the included belt clip. To attach the belt clip Shoulder Rest Attachment Use the shoulder rest attachment if you need to keep your hands free during a phone conversation. To attach the shoulder rest attachment Attach the included belt clip to the...
  • Page 51: Wall Mounting

    Press the tabs in the direction of the arrows (1), then remove the wall mounting adaptor (2). Connect the AC adaptor. Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor, then push the adaptor in the direction of the arrows (1 and 2).
  • Page 52: Optional Headset

    Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversation. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88, KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, or KX-TCA98 headset. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Connecting an optional headset Open the headset jack cover, and insert the headset plug into the headset jack as shown below.
  • Page 53: Direct Commands

    Direct Commands Handset After pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items directly by pressing ([0] to [9], [*] and [#]) instead of using the soft keys. Menu item Ringer volume Ringer tone (for handset) Incoming call tone (for handset) VM access Voice enhancer Activate Caller IQ *...
  • Page 54 Direct Commands Menu item Store VM access# VM tone detect Change language Message alert Ringer tone (for base unit) Incoming call tone (for base unit) Talking Caller ID (for base unit) During programming: When “Save” is displayed, press the right soft key to save the new settings. To exit programming, press [OFF].
  • Page 55: If The Following Appear On Your Display

    Walk closer to the base unit and try again. • The base unit is conducting an outside call or a parallel connected telephone is in use. • The base unit is on hold for an outside call. • You have not stored the voice mail access number.
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    If the handset display shows error messages, see “If the Following Appear on Your Display...” (p. 55) for the Cause & Remedy. Problem “No link to base. Move closer to base, try again.” is displayed and an alarm tone sounds. The handset and/or base unit does not work.
  • Page 57 Disconnect it and try again. • Other electrical appliances connected to the same outlet may be interfering with Caller ID. • Telephone line noise may be affecting Caller ID. • The caller requested not to send his/her Caller ID information (p. 24).
  • Page 58: Openlcr Service For Caller Iq

    • Make sure the optional headset is connected properly (p. 52). • If “SP-phone” is displayed on the handset, press [C] to switch to the headset. • Visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com/support • Contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo • Call our customer call center at: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Cause &...
  • Page 59: Openlcr Service For Caller Iq

    • If you have any questions regarding the openLCR service, call openLCR’s customer service department at 1-866-openLCR(1-866-673-6527). • NEITHER PANASONIC COMMUNICATIONS CO., LTD. (PCC) NOR MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA (MECA) IS IN ANY WAY AFFILIATED WITH, OR RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF, OPENLCR.COM, INC.
  • Page 60: Downloading Data

    To create data on the openLCR web site Access the openLCR’s web site at www.openLCR.com and click on the “Manage Account/Login” tab. Enter your Telephone Number and Password, then click Follow the on-screen instructions. Phone book data: • To create the phone book data, enter a name of up to 16 characters, and a phone number of up to 32 digits.
  • Page 61: Get New Info

    To download data from openLCR Each time you download data (p. 60) from openLCR, the information stored in your unit will be updated. To view up-to-date information, you will need to download it to your unit. • You can select the items of information on the web site which you want to view. •...
  • Page 62 Re-Download All 5. Start again from step 1 (“To download data from openLCR” on page 61). • You cannot access the openLCR server if a telephone or fax machine on the same phone line is in use. • While the unit is downloading data from openLCR, the Call Waiting Service cannot be used.
  • Page 63: 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 64: Fcc And Other Information

    The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0).
  • Page 65 TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, move the cordless telephone further away from the TV or VCR.
  • Page 66 • 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 67: Index

    Installation, battery... . . 9 Installation, telephone line cord ..8 Intercom call ... . . 37, 38 Key tone.
  • Page 68 Index Redial ....20, 22 Redial list ....20 —Registration .
  • Page 69: Warranty

    Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive McAllen, TX 78503 For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)- 768-2910. For Limited Warranty service for headsets if a headset is included with this product please call Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
  • Page 70: Customer Services Directory

    Personal Checks) For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277 Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985...
  • Page 71: Specifications

    Specifications ■ Base Unit Power Supply: Power Consumption: Frequency: Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 85 mm x 175 mm x 200 mm Mass (Weight): ■ Handset Power Supply: Frequency: Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 208 mm x 52 mm x 39 mm Mass (Weight): Security Codes: ■...
  • Page 72 Symptom • Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured. • Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer products.

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