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TG8231_8232.book Page 1 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM
Operating Instructions
Expandable Digital Cordless
Answering System
Model No. KX-TG8231
with 2 Handsets
Model No. KX-TG8232
Model shown is KX-TG8231.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must
subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider/
telephone company.
Charge the handset batteries for 7 hours before initial use.
Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and
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TG8231_8232.book Page 2 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Table of Contents Introduction Multi-unit Operation Product information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Operating additional handsets . . . . 37 Accessory information. . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . 5 Transferring calls between handsets, For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 conference calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Registering a ha
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TG8231_8232.book Page 3 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Introduction Product information Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephone. These operating instructions can be used for the following models: KX-TG8232 KX-TG8231 Accessory information Supplied accessories Quantity No. Accessory item Order number KX-TG KX-TG 8231B 8232B 1 AC adaptor for base unit PQLV207V 1 1 2 Telephone line cord PQJA10075Z 1 1 3 Rechargeable batteries HHR-4DPA 24 AAA (R03) size (Part No. HHR-55AAABU) *1 4
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TG8231_8232.book Page 4 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Introduction Additional/replacement accessories Accessory item Order number 2 rechargeable nickel metal HHR-4DPA hydride (Ni-MH) batteries, AAA (R03) size Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88HA, KX- TCA92, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA94, or KX-TCA95 T-adaptor KX-J66 Expanding your phone system You can expand the phone system by Handset (optional): KX-TGA820 registering optional handsets to a single base unit. LA maximum of 6 total handsets (supp
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TG8231_8232.book Page 5 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Introduction 11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the product. Important safety Take the product to an authorized service center when service is instructions required. Opening or removing When using the product, basic safety covers may expose you to precautions should always be followed dangerous voltages or other risks. to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, Incorrect reassembly can cause or persona
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TG8231_8232.book Page 6 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Introduction LUnplug the product from power disconnected at the network outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal interface. smell, or makes an unusual noise. LUse caution when installing or These conditions can cause fire or modifying telephone lines. electric shock. Confirm that smoke LDo not touch the plug with wet hands. has stopped emitting and contact the LThe AC adaptor is used as the main Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211- d
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TG8231_8232.book Page 7 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Introduction computers, wireless devices or Medical other phones. LConsult the manufacturer of any – avoid facing radio frequency personal medical devices, such as transmitters, such as external pacemakers or hearing aids, to antennas of mobile phone cell determine if they are adequately stations (avoid putting the base unit shielded from external RF (radio on a bay window or near a window). frequency) energy. (The product LCo
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TG8231_8232.book Page 8 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Introduction Routine care L To clean the product, use a dry soft cloth. The outer surface of the product can be scratched by wiping or rubbing with a hard cloth. LDo not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder. 8 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help
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TG8231_8232.book Page 9 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Preparation Handset Controls A Base unit I A B J B B C K D L E F CD E G M N H O A Speaker B Soft keys C Joystick D {C} (TALK) FG H I JK E {s} (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone) F Headset jack A Charge contacts G Dial keypad B Speaker ({*}: TONE) C {4} (ERASE) H {FLASH} {CALL WAIT} D {^} (VOL.: Volume up) I Receiver E {s} (ANSWER ON) J Display ANSWER ON indicator K {OFF} F {7} (Repeat) L {MUTE} {CLEAR} G {■ } (STOP) M {INTERCOM} {TRANSFER} H {6} (
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TG8231_8232.book Page 10 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Preparation Using the joystick The handset joystick can be used to Displays navigate through menus and to select items shown on the display, by pushing Handset display items it up {^}, down {V}, left {<}, or right Item Meaning {>}. w Within range of a base unit LWhen flashing: Handset is searching for base unit (page 44). e Alarm is on. (page 28) Adjusting the receiver or speaker k Handset is on an outside volume call. Push the jo
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TG8231_8232.book Page 11 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Preparation Icon Feature Charger (KX-TG8232) Answering device LUse only the supplied Panasonic AC I adaptor PQLV209. Initial settings C Hooks Customer support Fasten the AC adaptor cord to prevent it from being disconnected. Connections Connect the telephone line cord until it clicks into the base unit and telephone line jack (A). Connect the AC adaptor B (120 V AC, 60 Hz) cord (B) by pressing the plug firmly (C). Note: Base unit L
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TG8231_8232.book Page 12 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Preparation 1 Press the notch on the handset If you subscribe to a DSL service cover firmly, and slide it in the Please attach a noise filter (contact your direction of the arrow. DSL provider) to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack in the event of the following: – Noise is heard during conversations. – Caller ID features do not function properly. 2 Insert the batteries negative (T) end first. C
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TG8231_8232.book Page 13 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Preparation Attention: LClean the charge contacts of the handset, base unit, and charger with a soft, dry cloth once a month. Clean more often if the unit is subject to the exposure of grease, dust, or high humidity. LWhen the batteries are empty, the entire display may go blank and A nickel metal hydride battery that is “Charging” may not be displayed for recyclable powers the product you have about 10 minutes even if you pla
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TG8231_8232.book Page 14 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Preparation LAfter the handset is fully charged, Symbol Meaning displaying “Charge completed”, it {V}/{^}: Push the handset joystick may be left on the base unit or charger without any ill effect on the “” down or up to select the batteries. words in quotations. LThe battery level may not be Example: {V}/{^}: “Off” displayed correctly or the entire display may go blank after you replace the batteries. In this case, Setting up th
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TG8231_8232.book Page 15 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Preparation – The unit will announce the day and Voice guidance language time a message was recorded when You can select either “English” or you play back on the answering “Español” as the voice guidance system (page 31). language of the answering system 1 {MENU} (center of joystick) (page 30). The default setting is 2 Select K by pushing the joystick in “English”. any direction. i {SELECT} 1 {MENU} (center of joystick) 3 Push t
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TG8231_8232.book Page 16 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Making/Answering Calls 2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired phone number. Making calls 3 {ERASE} 4 {V}/{^}: “Yes” i {SELECT} i 1 Dial the phone number. {OFF} LTo correct a digit, press {CLEAR}. 2 Press {C}. Note: 3 When you finish talking, press {OFF} LStep 3 variation: or place the handset on the base unit {MENU} i {V}/{^}: “Erase” i or charger. {SELECT} Using the speakerphone Erasing all numbers in the redial list 1 Dial the phone numbe
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TG8231_8232.book Page 17 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Making/Answering Calls {9}, {*}, or {#}. (Any key talk For Call Waiting service feature) users 2 When you finish talking, press {OFF} To use Call Waiting, you must subscribe or place the handset on the base unit to the Call Waiting service of your or charger. service provider/telephone company. Note: This feature allows you to receive calls L You can change the ringer tone (page while you are already talking on the 27). You can
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TG8231_8232.book Page 18 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Making/Answering Calls users to join your conversations, leave this feature off. The default setting is “Off”. 1 Press {MENU} during an outside call. 2 {V}/{^}: “On” or “Off”i {SELECT} LWhen this feature is turned on, ! is displayed. Note: LThis feature will turn off after you hang up the call. 18 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help
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TG8231_8232.book Page 19 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Phonebook Key Character Handset phonebook {4} GH I 4 ghi 4 The handset phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial {5} JK L 5 manually. You can add 50 names and jk l5 phone numbers, assign each handset phonebook entry to the desired group. {6} MN O 6 m no6 Adding entries {7} PQ R S 7 1 {C} (left soft key) pqr s 7 2 {ADD} {8} TU V 8 3 Enter the party’s name (16 tu v 8 characters max.). i {OK} {9} W XYZ 9 4 Enter the pa
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TG8231_8232.book Page 20 Thursday, July 19, 2007 3:22 PM Phonebook group setting features are available for Searching by group Caller ID subscribers (page 23). 1 {C} (left soft key) i {GROUP} Changing group names 2 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group. i {SELECT} 1 {C} (left soft key) i {MENU} LIf you select “All groups”, the 2 {V}/{^}: “Group” i {SELECT} unit will end searching group. 3 {V}/{^}: Select the desired group. 3 {V}/{^}: Scroll through the i {SELECT} phonebook if necessary. 4 {V
