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KX-TG2563B [ Caller ID Compatible PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com for customers in the USA or Puerlo Rico...
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INSTRUCTIONS on page 63 before use. Read and understand all instructions. Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone. Caller ID and Cal! Waiting Service, where available, are telephone company services. After subscribing to Caller ID, this phone will display a caller's name and phone number.
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For Best Performance Battery Charge A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the handset. Charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use (p. 13). Base Unit Location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using wireless radio waves. For maximum distance and noise-free operation,...
Contents Location of Controls ......... Display ..........Settings ..........Connections ........Battery Charge ........Selecting the Dialing Mode ......Selecting the Line Mode ......Programmable Functions ......Setting the Auto Talk Feature ......Selecting the Ringer Volume ......Making Calls ........With the Handset ........
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Using the Directory ........Storing Names and Numbers in the Directory ....Selecting Characters to Enter Names ....Finding Items in the Directory ......Dialing from the Directory ......Editing an item in the Directory ......Erasing an Item from the Directory ...... Voice Mail Service ........
Display The handset shows you instructions and information on the display. These display prompts are shown below. The Caller List is empty or there are no stored items in the directory. No items stored The battery needs to be charged. Place the handset on the base unit to charge the battery Recharge battery...
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Display During a conversation, the display shows the length of the call (ex. 1 hour, 6 minutes and 35 Talk seconds). The battery strength is also displayed 01-06 35 11||] (p. 13). The handset has lost communication with the base unit. Place the handset on the base unit No link to base.
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A second call is received during a conversation (p. 52). NANCY BRO_TN 1-000-222-3333 ..Waiting ..[_, (_, BACK [_ or FWD/EDIT [] was pressed with the handset while the handset was on the base unit. Lift the handset and press the button and try again Please lift...
E21f Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) ,,USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLVIO (Order No. PQLV10Z). • The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.) ,,To connect a standard telephone on the same line, see page 58.
Battery Charge Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 6 hours before ,,The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights and initial use. a beep sounds. IN USE/CHARGE.._ [_/_ Indicator _-__ Battery strength You can check the battery strength on the handset display while the handset is on the base unit, while it is in use (making/answering a call etc.), or after viewing the Caller List or directory items, programming...
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DO NOT recharge the handset battery Ior more than 15 minutes, the display will keep indicating "Recharge battery" and/or "{ II ]" will continue to flash. Battery information After your Panasonic battery is fully charged (p. 13): Operation Approx. battery life...
Selecting the Dialing Mode You can program the dialing mode using the handset near the base unit. If you have touch tone service, set to "Tone". tf rotary or pulse service is used, set to "Pulse". Your phone comes from the factory set to "Tone". Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially.
m_ Settings Selecting the Line Mode If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to "B". Otherwise the Call Waiting Caller ID Feature may not be used (p. 52). Your phone comes from the factory set to "A". Use the handset near the base unit.
Programmable Functions You can program the following function items using the handset near the base unit. The display shows the programming instructions. See the corresponding pages for function details. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH]. <Function menu>* To store an item in the directory (p.
Programmable Functions Setting the Auto Talk Feature The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset off the base unit without pressing [_[]. If you want to use this feature, turn the feature ON by programming. Your phone comes from the factory set to OFF, Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially,...
Selecting the Ringer Volume You can set the handset and base unit ringer volumes to HIGH, LOW or OFF. If set to OFF, the handset/base unit will not ring. Your phone comes from the factory set to HIGH. Handset ringer volume Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially.
Making Calls With the Handset [FUNCTION/EXIT/CH [INTERCOM/CLEAR] Press [_). Talk Dial a phone number. Talk • The dialed number is displayed. 1112222 • After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery strength. Talk 00-00-00 {III...
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To dial after confirming the entered number ,,If you misdial, press (INTERCOM/CLEAR] Dial a phone number. 3314444 dial again. Talk Press (_. ,,After a few seconds, the display will show the 3334444 length of the call and the battery strength. :%°...
Making Calls With the Base Unit (Digital D uplex Speakerphone) [DIGITAL SP-PHONEI and Indicator REDtAL/PAUSEI HOLD/RtNGER_ Press [DIGITAL SP-PHONEI. • The DIGITAL SP-PHONE indicator lights. Dial a phone number. When the other party answers, talk into the MIC (microphone). To hang up, press (DIGtTAL SP-PHONE]. ,,The indicator light goes out.
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Hands-free Digital Duplex Speakerphone For best performance, please note the following: -Talk alternately with lhe caller in a quiet room. ,,If the other party has difficulty hearing you, press LOUD _ to decrease the speaker volume. ,,If the other party's voice from the speaker cuts in/out daring a conversation, press LOUD _ to decrease the speaker volume.
Making Calls Simultaneous Keypad Dialing You can use the base unit like a standard telephone. After pressing to make a call with the handset near the base unit, you can also dial using the base unit keypad. Handset: Press {_. Base unit: Dial a telephone number while _l_f ¸...
Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, "Incoming call" is displayed and the CALLER IO indicator flashes quickly. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party information will be displayed after the first ring (p. 26). In order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the second ring to answer a call.
Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party's information will be displayed after the first ring. The unit can record information of up to 50 different callers in the Caller List.
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,,If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID services, you cannot access those services. ,,The name display service may not be available in some areas. For further information, please contact your telephone company. To check number of new calls...
Using the Caller List Viewing the Caller List You can view the caller list with the handset. Caller List information includes the caller's name and phone number, the time and date the call was received, and the number of times that caller called. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially.
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Ex. When you search from the most recent call: Press (_ or _ to enter Caller List. 2 new calls )'=Directory Press (_. *If there is no name information for a JACK SMITH caller, the display will only show the -m- 1 222 333-4444 phone number.
Using the Caller List Calling Back from the Caller List [],_ Press [_ or _ to enter the Caller List, 3 new calls _:Directory Press [_ or _ repeatedly to find the desired caller. [II:20A JAN.12 Press (_. Talk ,,,The displayed phone number is dialed 12344967890 automatically.
Editing the Caller's Phone Number You can edit a phone number into one of 4 patterns. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (_ or [_ to enter the Caller List. new calls ):Directory FRED PARKER Press [_ or [] repeatedly to find the desired caller, and press...
Using the Caller List Storing Caller List Information in the Directory You can store names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List into the directory. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press [_ or [_ to enter the Caller List. calls _=Directory Press [_ or (A0 repeatedly to find the...
Erasing Caller List Information After checking the Caller List, you can erase some or all of the entries. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. To erase a specific caller from the Caller List Press [_[] or [_ to enter the Caller List. i0 new calls _=Directory TOM REAGAN...
One-Touch Dialer You can store a phone number in the _ button of the handset. T;'le stored number is dialed with a one-touch operation. Storing a Phone Number in the DIRECT Button Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially.
Dialing the Stored Number in the DIRECT Button 1234567890123456 Press [_. *The stored number is displayed. 789012 Talk Press [_. ,,The number is dialed. 1234567890123456 7_9012 • You can also dial the stored number by pressing _ then pressing _. (If your line has rotary or pulse service, any access numbers stored after pressing _ will not be dialed.)
Speed Dialer Storing Phone Numbers in Memory You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the base unit. The dialing buttons ({_ to _]) function as memory stations. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press [AUTO/PROGRAMI. ,,The IN USE/CHARGE indicator flashes.
Dialing a Stored Number Press CDIGITAL SP-PHONE). IAUTO/PROGRAM Press [AUTO/PROGRAM_, Press the memory station number ({_ to [_). *The stored number is dialed. [DIGITAL SP-PHONE and Indicator Memory Station Numbers • Numbers stored in the base unit can only be dialed from the base unit. ,,If your line has rotary or pulse service, any access numbers stored after pressinc will not be dialed.
Using the Directory You can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in the directory. All directory items are sorted by the first word in alphabetical order. Using the directory, you can make a call by selecting a name on the handset display.
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Press [FUNCTION/EXIT/CH]. _Save directory Ringer volume ':Yes While the arrow points to "Save directory", press FWD/EDIT [] (Yes key). Directory= items •The display shows the number of stored items in the directory. l ° Enter a name, up to 15 characters using the dialing buttons...
Using the Directory Selecting Characters to Enter Names The handset dialing buttons (_ to _}), BACK (_0 and FWD/EDIT _ can be used to enter letters and symbols. The letters are printed on the dialing buttons. Pressing each button selects a character as shown below.
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For example, to enter "Tom Jones": _Save directory Press [FUNCTION/EXlT/CHJ. Ringer volume _:Yesj Directory: While the arrow points to "Save directory", press FWD/EDIT [3_ 20 items (Yes key). Enter name¥=Next Press [_. _° Press [_ six times, then press FWD/EDIT (_ to move the cursor to the right.
Using the Directory Finding Items in the Directory Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press BACK _[} or FWD/EDIT (_ to enter the directory list. °1 Directory list )q)<b _=Caller s i _ <i:,<% _<]<b Press [ 9or[!]- ,,The first item is displayed.
Index table Index Index Other symbols, 1 M, N, O, 6 A, B,C, 2 P,Q,R,S, D, E,F, 3 T, U,V, 8 G, H, 1,4 i- @ W, X, Y, Z, 9 ®1 J, K, L, 5 Dialing from the Directory Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially.
Using the Directory Editing an Item in the Directory Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Directory list Press BACK [_ or FWD/EDIT (_ to enter the directory list, Y_:caller's list Press (_) or (_. •The first item is displayed. Press [_ or [_ repeatedly to find the Jane directory item you want to change, and...
Erasing an Item from the Directory Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press BACK [_ °r FwD/EDIT [_ t° enter T,I, [Directory list the directory list. [ Ib=Caller' list] Press [][] or [][]. *The first item is displayed. Helen Press [_ or [_...
Voice Mail Service Voice mail service is an electronic on-line answering system offered by your telephone company• After subscribing, the voice mail system can answer calls automatically when your line is busy or if calls are not answered• Callers can leave messages by following the pre-recorded instructions.
To erase a stored number Press and hold [INTERCOM/CLEAR) in step 4 on page 46. •You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing [FUNCTION/EXIT/OH]. Setting the Voice Mail Tone If your voice mail service sends a voice mail tone after a new message has been recorded, set to "On".
Voice Mail Service Listening to Voice Mail Messages After receiving a voice mail message, "voicemai l" and "5;_ "will be displayed and the VOICE MAIL indicator on the base unit will flash. You can listen to your voice mail message(s) using the handset or the base unit.
Intercom A 2-way intercom is possible between the handset and the base unit. Paging the base unit from the handset Handset: Press I-INTERCOM/CLEAR]. Talk to the paged party after the beeps. ,,"Intercom" is displayed. Base unit: When the other party's voice is heard, answer using the MIC.
Intercom During an intercom call: • intercom calls can only be ended with the handset. • If the handset user has difficulty hearing the base unit user, decrease the base unit speaker volume by pressing LOUD [_ on the base unit. •...
Special Features FWD/EDIT _ [FUNCTION/EXIT/CHJ [REDIAL/PAUSE] [FLASH/CALL WAIT/VOICE MAILJ [CALL WAIT/FLASH ]. (REDIAL/PAUSE_ Automatic Security Code Setting Each time you place the handset on the base unit, the unit automatically selects one of more than a million security codes. These codes help prevent the unauthorized use of your telephone line by another cordless telephone user.
Special Features For Call Waiting Service Users Press [FLASH/CALL WAIT/VOICE MALL) or [CALL WAfT/FLASH) if you hear a call-waiting tone while talking. .,The first call is put on hold and you can answer the second call. • To return to the first caller, press (FLASH/CALL WAITNOIOE MAIL) or (CALL WAfT/FLASH]...
FLASH Button Pressing [FLASH/CALL WAIT/VOICE MAIL] or (CALL WAIT/FLASH] allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call or accessing special telephone services (optional) such as call waiting. Selecting the flash time The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. You can select the following flash times: "700, 600, 400,300, 250, 110, 100 or 90 ms (milliseconds)".
Wall Mounting This unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate. Adjust the angle of the cradle: (_)Slide the lock switch to "RELEASE". _Rotate the cradle 90 ° until it faces straight @Slide the lock switch to "LOCK" with the cradle facing straight Connect the AC adaptor.
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Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide down. *Raise the antennas. To charge the handset battery: Place the handset in the cradle as shown. ,,The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights. IN USE/CHARGE Indicator...
To remove the belt clip Using an Optional Headset Plugging an optional headset into the handset allows a hands-free phone conversation. Please use only the Panasonic KX-TCA88 headset. To order call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Connecting the headset...
Battery Replacement is displayed and/or "[ I ]" flashes after being If "Recharge battery" fully charged, replace the battery with a new Panasonic P-P510 (N4HKGMB00001) battery. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Carefully insert a flat metal object in the slot, and push forward to release the lock.
Adding Another Phone This unit will not function during a power failure. To connect a standard telephone on the same line, use the Panasonic T-adaptor KX-J66. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. Standard Telephone Single-Line Telephone Jack...
Before Requesting Help Problem Remedy •You are too far from the base unit. Move "No link base. closer and try again. Place o:i cradle • Place the handset on the base unit and is displayed again." try again. and an alarm tone sounds.
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Before Requesting Help Problem Remedy You cannot program items, ,,Programming is not possible while the unit such as the dialing mode. is in the talk or speakerphone mode or when viewing the Caller List/directory list. • Do not pause for over 60 seconds while programming.
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Problem Remedy • if the last number dialed was more than You cannot redial by pressing _E). 32 digits long, the number will not be redialed correctly. •Access numbers entered after pressing will not be included when redialing. •The button has a double function as either redial or pause.
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Before Requesting Help Problem Remedy •Call our customer call center at If you cannot solve your 1-800-211-PANA(7262), problem. • Panasonic's e-mail address for customer inquiries: consumerproducts @ ioanasonic.com for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico ONLY...
Important Safety Instructions When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Fellow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit. 3.
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Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the battery(ies) specified. 2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions. 3.
FCC and Other Information If requested by the telephone company, inform them as follows: ECC Registration No ...... (found on the bottom of the unit) Ringer Equivalence ..........0.1B The particular telephone line to which the equipment is connected. This unit must not be connected to a coin operated line. If you are on a party line, check with your local telephone company.
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• If there is any trouble -- disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect a known working phone. If the known working phone operates properly, have your unit repaired by one of the authorized Panasonic Factory Service Centers. If the known working phone does not operate properly, consult your telephone company.
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•Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured. •Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed on the back cover or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer products.
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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Kin. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985...