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Operating Instructions
Digital Cordless Answering System
Model No. KX-TG6841
KX-TG6842
KX-TG6843
KX-TG6844
KX-TG6845
KX-TG6872
KX-TG6873
Model shown is KX-TG6841.
Before initial use, see “Getting Started”
on page 10.
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for
future reference.
Consulte “Guía Rápida Española”, página 60.
For assistance, visit our Web site: http://www.panasonic.com/help for customers
in the U.S.A.
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Table of Contents Listening to messages using the Introduction handset ......................................................42 Model composition .......................................3 Advanced new message alerting Accessory information ..................................3 features ......................................................43 Important Information Remote operation .......................................44 For your safety .............................................6 Answering syste
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Introduction Model composition n KX-TG6841 series n KX-TG6872/KX-TG6873 R Model shown is KX-TG6842. R Model shown is KX-TG6872. Base unit Handset Series Model No. Part No. Part No. Quantity *1 KX-TG6841 KX-TG6841 KX-TG6841 KX-TGA680 1 series KX-TG6842 KX-TG6841 KX-TGA680 2 KX-TG6843 KX-TG6841 KX-TGA680 3 KX-TG6844 KX-TG6841 KX-TGA680 4 KX-TG6845 KX-TG6841 KX-TGA680 5 *2 KX-TG6872 KX-TG6841 KX-TGA680 2 *2 KX-TG6841 KX-TGA680 3 KX-TG6873 *1 Single handset models: Intercom calls can be made between
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Introduction *1 *2 *3 *4 *5 Supplied handset qty. 1 unit 2 units 3 units 4 units 5 units No. Accessory item/ Accessory quantity Order number B Telephone line cord/ 1 1 1 1 1 PQJA10075Z C Desk stand/Wall mounting 1 1 1 1 1 *6 adaptor /PNKL1038Z1 D Rechargeable batteries/ 2 4 6 8 10 HHR-4DPA *7 E Handset cover / 1 2 3 4 5 PNYNTGA680BR F Belt clip/ 1 2 3 3 3 PNKE1268Z1 G Charger/PNLC1040ZB – 1 2 3 4 *1 KX-TG6841 *2 KX-TG6842/KX-TG6872 *3 KX-TG6843/KX-TG6873 *4 KX-TG6844 *5 KX-TG6845 *6 The desk sta
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Introduction Additional/replacement accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information (page 64). Accessory item Order number *1 Rechargeable HHR-4DPA batteries R To order, please call 1-800-332-5368 or visit http://www.panasonic.com/batterystore Battery type: – Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) – 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA400, KX-TCA430 T-adaptor KX-J66 *2 Range extender KX-TGA405 *3 Key detector KX-TGA20 *1 Replacement batterie
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Important Information R Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or For your safety placed under heavy objects. To prevent severe injury and loss of life/ property, read this section carefully before Operating safeguards using the product to ensure proper and safe R Unplug the product from power outlets operation of your product. before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. R Do not disassemble the product. WARNING R Do not spill liquids (deter
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Important Information – the handset batteries need recharging or have failed. Important safety – there is a power failure. instructions Battery When using your product, basic safety R We recommend using the batteries noted precautions should always be followed to on page 5. USE ONLY rechargeable reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size. injury to persons, including the following: R Do not mix old and new batteries. 1. Do not use this product near water for R Do
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Important Information R If the reception for a base unit location is Notice for product disposal, transfer, not satisfactory, move the base unit to or return another location for better reception. R This product can store your private/ Environment confidential information. To protect your privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that R Keep the product away from electrical noise you erase information such as phonebook generating devices, such as fluorescent or caller list entries from the memory be
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Important Information Specifications R Standard: DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications 6.0) R Frequency range: 1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz R RF transmission power: 115 mW (max.) R Power source: 120 V AC, 60 Hz R Power consumption: Base unit: Standby: Approx. 0.8 W Maximum: Approx. 3.6 W Charger: Standby: Approx. 0.1 W Maximum: Approx. 1.8 W R Operating conditions: 0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F), 20 % – 80 % relative air humidity (dry) Note: R Design and specifications are subject to cha
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Getting Started Battery installation Setting up R USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size. Connections R Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries. n Base unit R Confirm correct polarities ( , ). R Use only the supplied Panasonic AC adaptor PNLV226. Press plug firmly. Hook “Click” Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY “Click” To single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) DSL/ADSL filter* To power outlet R When the date and time setting is displayed, see page 14. Incorrect Correct Battery charging Charge for ab
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Getting Started Panasonic Ni-MH battery Note when setting up performance (supplied batteries) Note for connections Operation Operating time R The AC adaptor must remain connected at *1 In continuous use 10 hours max. all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel *1 Not in use (standby) 8 days max. warm during use.) R The AC adaptor should be connected to a *1 If eco mode is on. vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a Note: ceiling-mounted AC outlet,
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Getting Started MNOISE REDUCTION N Charge contacts Controls n Control type Handset Soft keys The handset features 2 soft keys. By pressing a soft key, you can select the feature shown directly above it on the G display. Navigator key – M D N, M C N, M F N, or M E N: Scroll through various lists and items. H – (Volume: M D N or M C N): Adjust the receiver or speaker volume while talking. – M F N : View the phonebook entry. – M E N REDIAL: View the redial list. A – M C N CID (Caller ID): View th
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Getting Started Speaker Display Belt clip MHOLD N n To attach n To remove MREDIAL N MPAUSE N MFLASH N MCALL WAIT N M Z N (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone) SP-PHONE indicator MERASE N MANSWER ON/OFF N ANSWER ON/OFF indicator MLOCATOR N MINTERCOM N M n N (STOP) (EXIT) Display M N (PLAY) Message indicator Handset display items Desk stand/Wall mounting adaptor Item Meaning R The adaptor is a removable attachment for desk stand or wall Within base unit range mounting use (page 51). Out of base unit range Mic
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Getting Started Item Meaning Date and time Clarity booster is on. Important: (page 18) R When you install the batteries for the first In use Answering system is being time, the handset may prompt you to set used by another handset or the date and time. First press MSELECT N, then base unit. proceed to step 2. Line in Someone is using the line. Handset use 1 MMENU N # 1 0 1 Base unit display items 2 Enter the current month, date, and year by selecting 2 digits for each. Item Meaning Example: Jul
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Getting Started Voice guidance language You can select either “English” or “Español” as the voice guidance language of the answering system. The default setting is “English”. Handset 1 MMENU N # 1 1 2 2 M b N: Select the desired setting. 3 MSAVE N a MOFF N Dialing mode If you cannot make calls, change this setting according to your telephone line service. The default setting is “Tone”. “Tone”: For tone dial service. “Pulse”: For rotary/pulse dial service. Handset 1 MMENU N # 1 2 0 2 M b N: Sele
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Making/Answering Calls 3 M b N: “Yes” a MSELECT N Making calls 4 MOFF N Using the handset Using the base unit 1 Lift the handset and dial the phone 1 Dial the phone number. number. R To correct a digit, press MCLEAR N. R To correct a digit, press MCLEAR N. 2 M Z N 2 Press M N or MCALL N. 3 When the other party answers, speak into 3 When you finish talking, press MOFF N or the microphone. place the handset on the base unit or R Speak alternately with the other party. charger. 4 When you finish ta
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Making/Answering Calls Pause (for PBX/long distance Using the base unit service users) When a call is being received, the SP-PHONE indicator flashes rapidly. A pause is sometimes required when making calls using a PBX or long distance service. 1 Press M Z N when the unit rings. When storing a calling card access number 2 Speak into the microphone. and/or PIN in the phonebook, a pause is also 3 When you finish talking, press M Z N. needed (page 24). Example: If you need to dial the line access nu
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Making/Answering Calls 3 To release hold, press M N. For call waiting or Call Waiting R Another handset user can take the call Caller ID service users by pressing M N. R The base unit user can take the call by To use call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID, pressing M Z N. you must first subscribe with your service provider/telephone company. Base unit This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking on the phone. If you 1 Press MHOLD N during an outside call. receive a call
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Making/Answering Calls Base unit Handset noise reduction To join the conversation, press M Z N when the This feature allows you to hear the voice of handset is on an outside call. the person you are talking to clearly, by Note for handset and base unit: reducing the surrounding noise coming from R A maximum of 4 parties (including 1 outside the other party’s telephone. party) can join a conversation using 3 Press MNOISE REDUCTION N to turn on/off extensions. (4-way conference) while talking. R T
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Making/Answering Calls may be disconnected if you touch the Panasonic Ni-MH battery handset. In such case, try to call back. performance (supplied batteries) R The range of the base unit is limited during during power back-up mode a power failure. Please use the handset close to the base unit. When the batteries are fully charged, operating time of the handset in power back-up mode varies depending on usage. Making a call using the redial list – Continuous use of the handset in power n When only
