This document is an operating manual for Panasonic Digital Cordless Phones and Digital Cordless Answering Systems. The models covered are KX-TG2711BX, KX-TG2712BX, KX-TG2711UE, KX-TG2712UE, KX-TG2721BX, KX-TG2722BX, KX-TG2721UE, and KX-TG2722UE.
Function Description
These devices are primarily designed for cordless telephone communication, offering both basic call functions and advanced features such as an answering system. The "Digital Cordless Phone" models provide core telephone functionality, while the "Digital Cordless Answering System" models integrate an answering machine for message management.
Key functions include:
- Making/Answering Calls: Standard telephone operations for initiating and receiving calls. This includes using the speakerphone and managing calls from a redial list.
- Phonebook: Allows users to store, edit, find, and copy phonebook entries, facilitating quick dialing of frequently called numbers.
- Programming: Offers various programmable settings to customize the device, including call list management, answering system settings (such as greeting messages and recording time), ringer setup, display settings, and base unit configurations.
- Caller ID Service: Displays caller information for incoming calls, and allows users to view, erase, and store caller information in the phonebook.
- Answering System: For models with this feature, it records incoming messages, allows playback, and offers call screening. Users can customize greeting messages, adjust recording time, and manage messages remotely.
- Voice Mail Service: Provides access to network-based voice mail services, with indicators for new messages.
- Intercom/Locator: Enables communication between handsets and allows users to locate a misplaced handset.
- Call Transferring: Facilitates transferring calls between handsets or to an outside party.
Important Technical Specifications
The devices operate on the DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) standard with GAP (Generic Access Profile).
- Frequency Range: 1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz.
- RF Transmission Power: Approximately 10 mW (average power per channel).
- Power Source:
- Base unit: 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
- Charger: 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
- Power Consumption:
- Base unit (standby): Approximately 0.52 W.
- Base unit (maximum): Approximately 2.7 W.
- Charger (standby): Approximately 0.1 W.
- Charger (maximum): Approximately 1.8 W.
- Operating Conditions: 0 °C to 40 °C, 20 % to 80 % relative air humidity (dry).
- Battery: Uses Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (AAA R03 size).
- Memory Capacity (Answering System): Total recording capacity of approximately 18 minutes, with a maximum of 64 messages.
Usage Features
- Getting Started: Step-by-step instructions for setting up the device, including connecting the base unit, installing batteries, and initial settings like display language, date, and time.
- Controls: Detailed descriptions of handset and base unit controls, including keys for volume, caller list, redial list, speakerphone, mute, erase, play, and menu navigation.
- One Touch Eco Mode: An energy-saving feature that reduces the base unit transmission power by approximately 90% in standby mode.
- Temporary Ringer Off: Allows users to temporarily silence the ringer for incoming calls.
- Hold Function: Puts an outside call on hold.
- Mute Function: Mutes the microphone during a conversation.
- Call Share: Allows multiple handsets to join an existing outside call.
- Remote Operation: Enables users to operate the answering system remotely using a touch-tone phone.
- Wall Mounting: Instructions for mounting the base unit and charger on a wall.
Maintenance Features
- Battery Charging: Instructions for charging the handset batteries, with an estimated charging time of about 7 hours. The manual emphasizes using only recommended Ni-MH rechargeable batteries.
- Battery Replacement: Information on replacement battery types (HHR-4MVT or HHR-4MRT) and where to purchase them.
- Cleaning: Recommendations to clean the device with a dry cloth.
- Troubleshooting: A comprehensive section addressing common problems and their solutions, including issues with display messages, call functions, eco mode, battery recharge, and caller ID.
- Registration/Deregistration: Instructions for registering a handset to the base unit and deregistering a handset.
- Changing Base Unit PIN: Steps to change the Personal Identification Number (PIN) for the base unit.
- Important Safety Instructions: Guidelines for safe use, including power connection, operating safeguards, medical considerations, installation, and battery handling. These instructions cover preventing electric shock, fire, and other hazards.
- Routine Care: Advice on cleaning the product with a soft moist cloth and avoiding abrasive powder.
- Disposal Information: Guidance on proper disposal of the product and batteries in accordance with local regulations.