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Panasonic KX-TG8611FX Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic KX-TG8611FX Operating Instructions Manual

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TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 1 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM
Before initial use, see "Getting
Started" on page 9.
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save
them for future reference.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID and SMS. You must subscribe to the
appropriate service offered by your service provider/telephone company.
To use this unit in your country, first change the unit's region setting
to match your country (page 31). Change the unit's display language
as needed (page 14).
(For Czech and Slovakia)
This cordless telephone is possible to use according to General licence
No.: VO-R/8/08.2005-23 (for Czech), VPR-7/2001 (for Slovakia).

Operating Instructions

Digital Cordless Phone
with TFT Colour Display
KX-TG8611FX
Model No.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Model No. Before initial use, see “Getting Started” on page 9. Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product. Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference. This unit is compatible with Caller ID and SMS. You must subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider/telephone company.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 2 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Table of Contents Introduction Turning SMS on/off....39 Storing SMS message centre numbers Accessory information ... . . 3 .

  • Page 3: Accessory Information

    Charger *1 See page 3 for replacement battery information. *2 The handset cover comes attached to the handset. Additional/replacement accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information. Accessory item Model number Rechargeable HHR-4MRT or HHR-4NGE (P03P) or HHR-4MRE (P03I)

  • Page 4: General Information

    L For use in other countries, please contact your equipment supplier. Declaration of Conformity: L Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. declares that this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive 1999/5/EC.

  • Page 5: Important Information

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 5 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Important Information Operating safeguards For your safety L Unplug the product from power outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or To prevent severe injury and loss of life/ aerosol cleaners. property, read this section carefully before L Do not disassemble the product.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    MH batteries AAA (R03) size. Base unit location/avoiding noise L Do not mix old and new batteries. The base unit and other compatible Panasonic L Do not open or mutilate the batteries. units use radio waves to communicate with Released electrolyte from the batteries is each other.

  • Page 7: Other Information

    ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are Batteries owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under licence. All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners. Specifications...
  • Page 8 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 8 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Important Information ■ Power consumption: Base unit: Standby: Approx. 0.4 W Maximum: Approx. 0.8 W Charger: Standby: Approx. 0.1 W Maximum: Approx. 1.8 W ■ Operating conditions: 0 °C–40 °C, 20 %–80 % relative air humidity (dry) Note: L Design and specifications are subject to...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Setting up L USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size. Connections L Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni- Cd batteries. L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC L Confirm correct polarities (S, T). adaptor PNLV226CE. ■ Base unit “Click” Use only the supplied telephone line cord.

  • Page 10: Note When Setting Up

    L Use the supplied rechargeable L Actual battery performance depends batteries. For replacement, we on usage and ambient environment. recommend using the Panasonic L Even after the batteries are fully rechargeable batteries noted on page 3, 6. charged, the handset can be left on...

  • Page 11: Controls

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 11 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Getting Started ■ Control type A Soft keys Controls The handset features 3 soft keys. By pressing a soft key, you can select the Handset feature shown directly above it on the display.

  • Page 12: Display

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 12 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Getting Started Item Meaning Display New voice mail message received. (page 43) Handset display items Bluetooth is activated. Item Meaning Ready to make/receive Range status: The more calls on a Bluetooth bars visible, the closer headset.

  • Page 13: Screen Saver Mode

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 13 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Getting Started Icon Action Handset main menu icons Places a call on hold. The following icons are shown when you press down on the middle soft key in Opens the phonebook. standby mode.

  • Page 14: Initial Settings

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 14 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Getting Started Date and time Initial settings 1 (middle soft key) y1z1 ■ Direct command code: Enter the current date, month, and Programmable settings can be year. s M accessed by pressing 1 (middle Example: 15 July, 2011 soft key), y and then the 15 z7 11...

  • Page 15: Display Mode

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 15 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Getting Started You can turn on/off one touch eco mode Using soft key (Temporarily switching by just pressing {ECO/R}. The default the display mode) setting is “Normal”. You can temporarily switch the display –...

  • Page 16: Making/Answering Calls

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 16 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Making/Answering Calls indicator flashes. To cancel, press {ic}. Making calls Erasing a number in the redial list Lift the handset and dial the phone number. j (right soft key) or {4} (R) L To correct a digit, press ^.

  • Page 17: Useful Features During A Call

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 17 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Making/Answering Calls L If another phone is connected to the Auto talk same line, you can also take the call You can answer calls simply by lifting the by lifting its handset. handset off the charger.

  • Page 18: Key Lock

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 18 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Making/Answering Calls Note: Note: L Please contact your service provider/ L To prevent other users from joining telephone company for details and your conversations with outside availability of this service in your area. callers, turn the privacy mode on (page 26).

  • Page 19: Phonebook

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 19 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Phonebook can change the names of categories assigned for phonebook entries Handset phonebook (“Friends”, “Family”, etc.) and then search for phonebook entries by The phonebook allows you to make calls category. The category ringer tone without having to dial manually.

  • Page 20: Erasing Entries

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 20 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Phonebook entry corresponding to each {r}: “Edit” s M character located on that dial key. {r}: Select the desired item you L If there is no entry corresponding want to change. s M to the character you selected, the To change the name and phone next entry is displayed.

  • Page 21: Copying Phonebook Entries

    L When all entries have been entries copied, “Completed” is displayed. You can copy phonebook entries between 2 handsets. {ic} *1 Panasonic compatible handset Note: L Category settings for phonebook entries are not copied. Copying multi entries You can copy selected entries (up to 100).

  • Page 22: Speed Dial

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 22 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Speed Dial edited entry does not transfer to the speed dial key. Speed dial Editing an entry You can assign 1 phone number to each of the dial keys (1 to 9) on the Press and hold the desired speed handset.

  • Page 23: Programming

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 23 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming Programmable settings You can customise the unit by programming the following features using the handset. To access the features, there are 2 methods. ■ Scrolling through the display menus 1 (middle soft key) Press {V}, {^}, {4}, or {3} to select the desired main menu.
  • Page 24 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 24 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code 1–9: Category #241 Night Mode Select Category Main menu: e “SMS” Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code – – #350 Receive List – – Send List –...
  • Page 25 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 25 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code – <0000> #619 Set PIN Main menu: i “Baby Monitor” Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code – 1: On 0: <Off> #268 On/Off – <Middle>...
  • Page 26 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 26 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings Code 1: <On> 0: Off #276 – Display Setup Key Backlight 1: <On> 0: Off #191 – LCD in charging (LCD backlight) 1–6: Contrast #145 –...
  • Page 27 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 27 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming *1 Ringer volume cannot be turned off for alarm, intercom calls, and paging. *2 If you select one of the melody ringer tones, the ringer tone continues to play for several seconds even if the caller has already hung up.

  • Page 28: Special Programming

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 28 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming Enter a text memo (30 characters max.; page 50). s M Special programming {r}: Select the desired alarm tone. Alarm L We recommend selecting a An alarm sounds at the set time for 1 different ringer tone from the one minute and is repeated 5 times at 5 used for outside calls.

  • Page 29: Changing The Handset Name

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 29 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming L If you have set the alarm, the alarm Select your desired categories by sounds even if the night mode is pressing 1 to 9. turned on. L “Q” is displayed next to the selected category numbers.

  • Page 30: Setting Call Restriction

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 30 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming list, the call is logged in the caller list Setting call restriction (page 38) with 7 after the call is disconnected. You can restrict selected handsets from dialling certain numbers. You can assign Storing unwanted callers up to 6 phone numbers to be restricted, and select which handsets are to be...
  • Page 31 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 31 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming 1 (middle soft key) y132 – Message centre 1 and 2 (page 24) – SMS on/off (page 24) Enter the current 4-digit base unit L After changing the unit’s region PIN (default: “0000”).

  • Page 32: Baby Monitor

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 32 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming L We recommend selecting a 1 (middle soft key) s j s different ringer tone from the one used for outside calls. m s {r}: Select the desired L To add other entries, repeat from entry.
  • Page 33 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 33 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming L The monitored handset cannot be {r}: Select the desired phone used with a Bluetooth headset. number. s M L If the unit is connected to a PBX L “Baby Monitor” will be system, you cannot set the baby displayed.

  • Page 34: Registering A Unit

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 34 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming Edit the name if necessary (16 Answering the baby monitor characters max.; page 50). s M ■ When monitoring with a handset: Edit the phone number if necessary Press {C} to answer calls. (24 digits max.).

  • Page 35: Base Unit

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 35 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Programming Important: L The next step must be completed within 90 seconds. L The additional handset model recommended for use with this unit is Handset: noted on page 3. If another handset M s Wait until “Base PIN”...
  • Page 36 Base unit: You can increase the signal range of the To exit the registration mode, press base unit by using a DECT repeater. Please use only the Panasonic DECT {x}. repeater noted on page 3. Contact your Panasonic dealer for details.

  • Page 37: Caller Id Service

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 37 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Caller ID Service – Being replaced on the charger. – Pressing {ic}. Using Caller ID service Phonebook name display Important: When caller information is received and L This unit is Caller ID compatible. To it matches a phone number stored in the use Caller ID features, you must phonebook, the stored name in the...

  • Page 38: Caller List

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 38 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Caller ID Service Erasing selected caller Caller list information Important: {3} (y) L Only 1 person can access the caller {r}: Select the desired entry. list at a time. W s {r}: “Yes” s M s L Make sure the unit’s date and time {ic} setting is correct (page 14).

  • Page 39: Sms (Short Message Service)

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 39 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM SMS (Short Message Service) For Czech: The message centre numbers (used for Using SMS SMS services provided by Telefonica O2) are preprogrammed in this unit. You SMS allows you to send and receive text can change them if necessary.

  • Page 40: Sending A Message

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 40 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM SMS (Short Message Service) L If your message contains over 160 characters, the message is a long Sending a message message and “@@Long Text@@” is displayed. Your service provider/ Writing and sending a new telephone company may treat long messages differently from other message...

  • Page 41: Receiving A Message

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 41 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM SMS (Short Message Service) Editing/forwarding a message Receiving a message While reading a received message, When an SMS message is received: press 1. – “Receiving SMS Message” is {r}: “Edit Message” s M displayed.

  • Page 42: Other Settings

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 42 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM SMS (Short Message Service) Other settings Storing the PBX line access number (for PBX users only) Store your PBX line access number (4 digits max.) so that SMS messages are sent properly. When sending SMS messages to entries in the phonebook or redial list, the PBX line access number is deleted.

  • Page 43: Voice Mail Service

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 43 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Voice Mail Service Voice mail service Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your service provider/ telephone company. After you subscribe to this service, your service provider/ telephone company’s voice mail system answers calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone or when your line is busy.

  • Page 44: Intercom/Locator

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 44 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Intercom/Locator Intercom Handset locator Intercom calls can be made between You can locate a misplaced handset by handsets in the same radio cell. paging it. Note: Base unit: Press {x}. L If you receive an outside call while L All registered handsets beep for 1 talking on the intercom, you hear 2 minute.
  • Page 45 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 45 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Intercom/Locator To resume the conference: 1 s {r}: “Conference” s Note: L If you want to return to the outside call after the paged party answers, press Answering a transferred call Press {C} to answer the page.

  • Page 46: Using Bluetooth Devices

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 46 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Using Bluetooth devices Important: L Some mobile phones may not be Using Bluetooth compatible with this feature. devices L If a copied entry has 4 or more phone numbers (6 max.), 3 phone numbers The handset is Bluetooth wireless are stored as one entry.

  • Page 47: Using A Bluetooth Wireless Headset (Optional)

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 47 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Using Bluetooth devices Handset: Changing the Bluetooth PIN When “Downloading (Personal Identification Number) Phonebook” is displayed: The PIN is used to register a mobile Go to step 6. phone. The default PIN is “0000”. To When “Select Mode”...
  • Page 48 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 48 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Using Bluetooth devices Panasonic Ni-MH battery Connecting/disconnecting a performance during use of a headset Bluetooth headset If you cannot connect the headset and When the batteries are fully charged, handset by using the headset, you can operating time of the handset using a connect by using the handset.
  • Page 49 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 49 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Using Bluetooth devices Refer to your headset operating instructions for further details. Answering calls To answer a call, turn on your headset referring to your headset operating instructions. When you finish talking, turn off your headset referring to your headset operating instructions.

  • Page 50: Useful Information

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 50 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Useful Information Character entry The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it. The characters that can be entered depend on the character entry mode (page 50).
  • Page 51 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 51 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Useful Information Greek character table (M) Extended 1 character table (N) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Extended 2 character table (O) (Not available for SMS) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Cyrillic character table (P) (Not available for SMS)

  • Page 52: Error Messages

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 52 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Useful Information Error messages Display message Cause/solution L The handset has lost communication with the base Base no power unit. Move closer to the base unit and try again. No link to base. L Unplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the unit.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 53 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Useful Information Troubleshooting If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor and turn off the handset, then reconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor and turn on the handset.
  • Page 54 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 54 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Useful Information Programmable settings Problem Cause/solution The display is in a L Change the display language (page 14). language I cannot read. While programming, L A call matching an entry in the call barred list is being the display returns to received.
  • Page 55 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 55 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Useful Information Making/answering calls, intercom Problem Cause/solution _ is displayed. L The handset is too far from the base unit. Move closer. L The base unit’s AC adaptor is not properly connected. Reconnect AC adaptor to the base unit.
  • Page 56 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 56 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Useful Information Caller ID Problem Cause/solution Caller information is L You must subscribe to a Caller ID service. Contact your not displayed. service provider/telephone company for details. L If your unit is connected to any additional telephone equipment, remove and plug the unit directly into the wall jack.
  • Page 57 TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 57 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Useful Information Problem Cause/solution “FE” is displayed. L An error occurred while sending the message. Try again. “E0” is displayed. L Your phone number is permanently withheld or you have not subscribed to the appropriate service. Contact your service provider/telephone company.

  • Page 58: Wall Mounting

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 58 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Useful Information Problem Cause/solution Some headset L The handset does not support enhanced features such enhanced features as Last number redial or Call reject. are not available. An error tone is heard L The bluetooth feature cannot be accessed immediately when I try to program after turning on the handset.

  • Page 59: Index

    TG8611FX(e-e).book Page 59 Friday, June 3, 2011 11:23 AM Index Handset Deregistration: 35 Index Locator: 44 Name: 29 Additional base units: 35 Registration: 35 Additional handsets: 34 Hold: 17 Alarm: 28 Incoming call barring: 29 Answering calls: 16 Intercom: 44 Auto intercom: 44 Auto talk: 17 Key lock: 18...
  • Page 60 B-dul Preciziei, Nr. 24, West Gate Park, Clădirea H3, Etaj 2, Sector 6, București, 062204, Romania Telefon: +40.21.316.31.61 Fax: +40.21.316.04.46 e-mail: suport.clienti@eu.panasonic.com web: www.panasonic.ro 1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan © Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. 2011 FX-2/3 PNQX3327ZA TC0511YK0...

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