Panasonic KX-TGE822E

Operating Instructions
Digital Cordless Answering System
Model No.
KX-TGE820E
KX-TGE822E
KX-TGE823E
Model shown is KX-TGE820.
Before initial use, see “Getting Started”
on page 11.
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Panasonic KX-TGE822E Specifications

General

Number of Handsets	2
Caller ID	Yes
Battery Life (Talk Time)	10 hours
Display	LCD
Speakerphone	Yes
Standby Time	200 hours
Number of Mailboxes	1
Remote Access	Yes
Power Source	AC adapter
Battery Backup	Yes
Type	Cordless
Multiple Handsets Capability	Up to 6 handsets

Summary

Safety Precautions

For Your Safety

Critical safety warnings for preventing injury and property damage.

Power Connection Safety

Safety precautions for connecting the product to power outlets.

Important Safety Instructions and Performance

Important Safety Instructions

Essential safety precautions for product use.

Battery Information and Warnings

Information and warnings regarding the use and handling of rechargeable batteries.

Specifications and Operating Conditions

Specifications

Technical details including DECT standard, frequency range, power source, and consumption.

Getting Started: Initial Setup

Base Unit and Charger Connections

Step-by-step guide for connecting the base unit and charger.

Battery Installation

Instructions for installing the handset batteries correctly.

Getting Started: Battery Management and Setup Notes

Battery Charging

Details on charging the handset batteries and indicators.

Making and Answering Calls

Making Calls

Instructions on how to dial numbers, use speakerphone, and correct digits.

Answering Calls

Steps to answer an incoming call and use any key answer functionality.

Call Features and Operations

Advanced Call Management

Call Management and Security

Key Lock Feature

How to lock the handset to prevent unauthorized use.

Handset Lock and Security Settings

Setting and Managing Key Lock Mode

Guide to setting the key lock mode with or without a password.

Turning Key Lock OnOff

Instructions on how to activate and deactivate the handset key lock.

Nuisance Call Block

Blocking Specific Numbers and Ranges

Instructions on how to block the current call and add numbers to the block list.

Storing Unwanted Callers

How to block calls by storing single numbers, ranges, or withheld numbers.

Nuisance Call Block Management

Blocking Calls Without Phone Numbers

Steps to block calls from private or withheld numbers.

Automated Call Block

Automated Call Block Functionality

Explanation of the automated call block feature and its default settings.

Setting and Configuring Automated Call Block

Steps to activate and configure the automated call block settings.

Automated Call Block Configuration

Recording Personalized Greeting Messages

How to record your own greeting message for the automated call block.

Phonebook Features

Adding and Managing Phonebook Entries

Step-by-step guide to adding, editing, and organizing contacts in the phonebook.

Finding and Calling from Phonebook

How to locate and call contacts from the phonebook.

Phonebook Operations

Chain Dial and Speed Dial

How to dial numbers from the phonebook during a call and set up speed dial keys.

Speed Dial Functionality

Viewing and Calling Speed Dial Entries

How to view speed dial entries and make calls using them.

Programming Features

Accessing the Menu System

Overview of accessing features via menu scrolling or direct command codes.

Programming: Settings and Operations

General Settings (Number of Rings, Recording Time)

Configuration options for call settings, recording times, and remote codes.

Programming: Ringer and Do Not Disturb Settings

Do Not Disturb Mode Configuration

How to set and configure the do not disturb mode to silence calls.

Programming: Feature Configuration

Caller ID and Battery Alert Settings

Setting up audible caller announcements and low battery alerts.

Automated and Nuisance Call Block Configuration

Configuring block/unblock mode, allow lists, and nuisance call blocking.

Programming: Advanced Features

Baby Monitor Setup

Configuring the baby monitor feature, including sensitivity and operation.

Programming: Caller List and Alarm

Caller List Operations

Alarm Functionality

Setting and managing alarm times, tones, and memos.

Programming: Do Not Disturb and Ring Delay

Do Not Disturb Mode Management

Programming: Baby Monitor Features

Baby Monitor Operation Modes (Handset and External)

Programming: Baby Monitor and Handset Settings

Baby Monitor Control and Sensitivity

Answering Baby Monitor Calls

Programming: Handset and Security Settings

Registering Additional Units

Programming: Unit Registration and Range Extension

Handset and Base Unit RegistrationDeregistration

Registering DECT Repeater

Caller ID Service

Using Caller ID Features

Talking Caller ID and Phonebook Name Announcement

Caller List Viewing and Calling Back

Caller ID Service: Data Management

Answering System Operation

Answering System Overview and Memory

Overview of the answering system, its capabilities, and memory capacity.

Turning Answering System OnOff and Greeting Messages

Recording a Custom Greeting Message

Answering System: Message Management

Playing and Managing Messages (Base Unit and Handset)

Answering System: Advanced Features

Message Alerting Features (Audible and Call Alert)

Answering System: Remote Access and Alerts

Storing Numbers for Alert Calls and Remote Access Code

Listening to Messages Remotely

Remote Operation of Answering System

Remote Operation Overview and Access Code

Overview of using a phone to access the answering system remotely and setting an access code.

Using the Answering System Remotely

Step-by-step guide to remotely operating the answering system with voice guidance and commands.

Answering System Settings

Remote Answering System Activation and Call Screening

Ring Count, Recording Time, and Greeting Options

Useful Information: Error Messages

Error Messages and Solutions

Useful Information: Troubleshooting Guide

General Use Troubleshooting

Common problems and solutions for general unit operation and handset issues.

Useful Information: Troubleshooting Specific Issues

Menu, PIN, and Battery Troubleshooting

Call and Intercom Troubleshooting

Useful Information: Troubleshooting Audio and Ringing

Noise, Sound Quality, and Ringing Problems

Call Making, Answering, and Caller ID Issues

Useful Information: Answering System and Liquid Damage Troubleshooting

Answering System and Voicemail Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting issues with message recording, remote operation, and voicemail conflicts.

Liquid Damage Handling

Conditions of Guarantee