Digital cordless phone metallic gray version (115 pages)
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Digital Cordless Phone KX-TCD953EB Model No. Operating Instructions PR O G D E F A B C M N O J K L G H I W XY Z T U V PQ RS PW R R C L PLEASE READ BEFORE USE Caller ID Compatible AND SAVE.
Important Information Ringer Equivalence Number (REN): Do not connect the AC adaptor to any This relates to the performance of the AC outlet other than the standard AC apparatus when used in combination with 230–240 V, 50 Hz. other items of apparatus. It enables the •...
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This cordless telephone has been NOTE: designed to operate on radio frequencies If you experience any problems with the which have been assigned to the normal use of your apparatus, you should exclusive use of cordless telephones. As unplug it from the telephone outlet and the use of cordless telephones becomes connect a known working telephone in its more widespread users may experience a...
Handset Cover (p. 11) Belt Clip (p. 11) Operating Instructions Part No. PQKK10091Z1 Part No. PQKE10071Z1 Part No. PQQX12749Z Optional accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for the following options. Model No. Description KX-A102EB Handset KX-TCA110EB Charger HHR-P03H...
For Best Performance Battery Charge Rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries power the handset. Install the batteries (p. 11) and charge them for about 4 hours before initial use (p. 13). Base Unit Location Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using wireless radio waves. For maximum distance and noise-free operation, the recommended base unit location is: Away from electrical appliances such as a TV, In a HIGH and CENTRAL location with...
Contents Intercom..........27 Chapter 1 Transfering a Call Using Preparation the Intercom .........28 Location of Controls ......8 Special Features ......29 Display ...........10 How to Use the Pause Feature Settings ..........11 (For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) ....29 Installing the Batteries in the Handset ........11 Setting the Key Lock ....30 Using the Belt Clip ......11...
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Chapter 5 Chapter 4 Useful Information Multi-Unit User Operations Replacing the Batteries....51 For Optional Multi-Unit Users..40 Before Requesting Help ....53 Operating More than One Handset ........40 Safety Instructions ......56 Operating More than One Base Adding Another Phone....57 Unit ..........40 Important Notice Concerning the Registration ........41 Correct Use and Charging of Ni-Cd (Ni-MH) Batteries ....57...
Display (The display shows all possible configurations.) Icons The direct call icon is displayed when The in range icon indicates that the this mode is turned on (p. 34). handset is in range of the base unit. It flashes when the handset is out of range. The call prohibition icon is displayed The page/intercom icon is displayed when this mode is turned on (p.
Settings Installing the Batteries in the Handset Install the batteries as shown. Then install the handset cover. If the rechargeable batteries are not inserted correctly, the handset will not work. Using the Belt Clip You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the belt clip. To remove the belt clip...
TNV* “Telephone Network Voltage”. USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR KX-TCA11E. Be careful not to confuse the telephone line jack with the AC adaptor jack on the base unit. If connected improperly, the base unit will not work and damage may occur.
Recharge When “ ” flashes or the unit beeps every 15 seconds, recharge the batteries. Battery information After your Panasonic batteries are fully charged: Operation Approx. Ni-Cd battery life (included) Approx. Ni-MH battery life (option)* While in use (Talk) Up to about 6 hours...
Settings Turning the Power ON Display Power Button Press firmly. To turn the power OFF, press and hold until a beep sounds. After all possible configurations briefly appear, the display will change to the following. Then The display will go blank. the handset is in the stand-by mode.
Selecting the Handset Ringer Volume/Pattern You can program the desired handset ringer volume and pattern. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 14) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. Ringer volume Ringer pattern 7 levels are available. The lowest level is 1. The You can program the desired handset ringer highest level is 6.
Settings Selecting the Base Unit Ringer Volume/Pattern You can program the desired base unit ringer volume and pattern. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 14) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. Ringer volume Ringer pattern 4 levels (HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW) are available. You can program the desired base unit ringer The factory preset is MEDIUM.
Setting the Key Tones Make sure that the power is ON (p. 14) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. On the handset On the base unit You can choose whether or not the handset You can choose whether or not the base unit keys will sound tones (key tone, confirmation keys will sound tones.
Settings 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. The factory preset is OFF. In order to view caller’s phone number before answering a call, leave the Auto Talk feature OFF.
Making Calls With the Handset If “ ” flashes and an alarm tone sounds after pressing , move closer to the Make sure that the power is ON (p. 14). base unit. Then try again. If busy tones sound after pressing Press make a call, the base unit speakerphone or another handset is in use.
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Making Calls To redial the last number dialled Press The number is dialled automatically. Press The last number dialled is automatically redialled. To clear all of the numbers in the To redial after confirming the redial memory numbers in redial memory Press PROG The unit automatically stores the last...
Hands-Free Digital Speakerphone The digital speakerphone enhances your telephone conversation. For best performance, please note the following. Use the speakerphone in a quiet room. Speak alternately with the caller. If the caller complains that your voice is hard to hear, press to decrease the speaker volume.
Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephone company. After subscribing to a Caller ID service, the calling party’s phone number will be displayed after the first ring. The unit can record the phone numbers of up to 50 different callers in the Caller List. Using this list, you can automatically call back a caller.
Using the Caller List Viewing the Caller List Telephone numbers of up to 50 different callers are stored from the most recent to the oldest call in the Caller List. When the 51st call is received, the oldest call is deleted. To check the caller’s phone number, follow the steps below.
Using the Caller List Calling Back from the Caller List Press I NT Press then PROG The displayed phone number is dialed Press F or G. automatically. The most recent caller’s information is To hang up, press or place the displayed.
Clearing a Caller’s Phone Number in the Caller List You can clear caller’s phone numbers in the Caller List. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 14) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. Press PROG I NT Press then PROG...
Speed Dialling Storing Phone Numbers in Memory You can store up to 20 telephone numbers in the handset. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 14) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. Press G or F until a desired memory If a pause is required for dialling, press station number ( 00 to where needed.
Intercom A 2-way intercom is available between the handset and the base unit. Paging the base unit from the Paging the handset from the handset base unit (Handset locator) Handset: Using this feature, you can locate the handset if Press I N T , then misplaced.
Intercom Trasferring a Call Using the Intercom The intercom can be used during a call. This feature enables you to transfer a call between the handset and the base unit. From the handset to the base From the base unit to the unit handset Handset:...
Special Features How to Use the Pause Feature (For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) We recommend you press on the handset or on the base unit if a pause is REDIAL/PAUSE required for dialling with a PBX or to access a long distance service. Ex: Line access number (PBX) Phone number...
Special Features Setting the Key Lock You can lock the handset dialling buttons. Only incoming calls are accepted until the key lock is cancelled. You can answer a call by pressing any button When the unit is in the stand-by mode, press and hold PROG until a beep sounds.
The earth relay can be installed as an option depending on your PBX requirements. Please consult your nearest Panasonic Service Centre for installation. Then you can select the time break recall or earth mode. The factory preset is time break recall.
Summary of Programmable Functions You can program the following function items using the handset near the base unit. See the corresponding pages for function details. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 14) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. <Stand-by mode>...
Once you have programmed the password, you cannot confirm it. We recommend you write down the password. If you forget it, please consult your nearest Panasonic Service Centre. On the handset On the base unit...
Direct Call You can store a number in the direct call memory. This feature allows you to make a call easily by pressing . Incoming calls are accepted. Setting the Direct Call Mode After storing the direct call number, the unit will automatically switch to the direct call mode. When the direct call mode is on, you can ONLY dial the number stored in the direct call memory.
” will go out. - - - - Enter the handset password (p. 33). If you forget your handset password, please The current mode is displayed. consult your nearest Panasonic Service 1: ON 0: OFF Centre. Ex. OFF F4 IO0 Press G or F to select ON.
Call Restriction You can restrict desired handset(s)/base unit from dialling selected phone numbers. Phone numbers beginning with the restricted digits cannot be dialled out. For example, if “00” is assigned as the call restriction number, international calls cannot be made. For selected handset(s)/base unit, you can assign up to 6 call restriction numbers (up to 8 digits).
Other Programmable Settings Setting the Battery Setting the Range Low Alarm Warning Alarm You can choose whether or not the handset You can choose whether or not the handset will will sound a battery low alarm. sound a range warning alarm. The factory The factory preset is ON.
Other Programmable Settings Selecting the Talk Mode Display You can choose whether to display the length of the call or the dialled telephone number while in the talk mode. The factory preset is the length of the call. During a conversation, the display will be as Press PROG follows.
Clearing the Settings in Memory This function enables the handset or base unit to clear the following settings at one time. They will return to their initial settings. On the handset On the base unit Initial setting Function Initial setting Function Base unit access Automatic base...
The optional handset model number is KX-A102EB. The functions of the optional handset are the same as the those of KX-TCD953EB handset. An optional charger, KX-TCA110EB, is available from your Panasonic dealer. Operating More than One Base Unit You can register and operate your handset at up to 4 base units.
Registration Registering a Handset in the Base Unit You must register the handset in the base unit before use. Charge the optional handset batteries for about 4 hours before initial use. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 14) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. Register the handset number within 1 minute.
Registration Selecting the Base Unit Access Automatic base unit access The handset automatically selects a registered base unit. When the handset moves to another base unit radio area, it loses contact with the previous base unit and automatically accesses the new base unit. If the handset is in the overlap area between several base unit radio areas, the handset will access a base unit in the order of the base unit numbers.
Cancelling a Handset Cancelling a base unit If another handset is out of range and/or its Each handset can cancel itself or another power is OFF when “Cancelling a Handset”, the handset. previous base unit number will still remain in the I NT Press then...
Selecting the Stand-by Mode Display You can choose whether to display the currently connected base unit number, handset number or no display while in the stand-by mode. The factory preset is the base unit number. Press G or F to select the desired Press PROG setting.
Selecting first handset Press a dialling button select the ring count. One handset will ring first, then all other handsets will ring if the first handset is not Press PROG answered. You can choose which handset will A confirmation tone sounds and the ring first and the ring count (1 to 6) until all display will return to the stand-by mode.
Paging/Intercom Intercom between the Handset(s) and the Base Unit A 2-way intercom is available between one of the handsets and base unit when another handset is not having an outside call. The base unit user can page the handset users individually or at one time. Paging all the handsets from Paging a handset from the base the base unit (All paging)
Transferring a Call Using the Intercom The intercom can be used during a call. This feature enables you to transfer a call between a handset and the base unit. From the base unit to a handset Base unit: Transferring a call: INTERN During a call, press and enter...
Paging/Intercom Transferring a Call from One Handset to Another The intercom can be used during a call, enablings you to transfer a call between handsets registered to the same base unit. Transferring a call using the Transferring a call without the intercom intercom Ex.
Conference During a call using the handset, you can make an intercom call to another handset and then combine the calls together to establish a conference call between handsets registered to the same base unit. Handset 1: Handset 1: During a call, press .
Paging/Intercom Setting the Call Waiting Tone If an incoming call has been received during an intercom between handsets, a call waiting tone sounds. You can choose whether or not this tone will sound. The factory preset is ON. Press Press PROG PROG A confirmation tone sounds and the...
Ni-MH battery: For about 8 hours. Discard defective batteries as soon as possible. Defective batteries may leak into the unit. Please use only Panasonic P-03H or P-P03S batteries. If the rechargeable batteries are not inserted correctly, the handset will not work.
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Replacing the Batteries Caution: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the batteries specified. 2. Do not use non-rechargeable batteries. 3. Do not mix old and new batteries. 4. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions.
Before Requesting Help Problem Remedy The unit does not work. Turn the power ON (p. 14). Check the settings (p. 11–18). Charge the batteries fully (p. 13). Clean the charge contacts and charge again (p. 13). Unplug the AC adaptor and turn the power OFF to reset.
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Before Requesting Help Problem Remedy You cannot program function items such Programming is not possible while the unit is in the as the talk mode display. talk or intercom or speakerphone mode. Do not pause for over 60 seconds while programming.
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Problem Remedy You cannot register the handset in the The base unit has registered a maximum of base unit. 6 handsets or the handset has registered a maximum of 4 base units. A wrong base unit password was entered. Enter the correct password.
Safety Instructions Take special care to follow the safety suggestions listed below. Safety 1) The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. 2) When the unit is not used, turn the power off. When left unused for a long period of time, the base unit should be unplugged from the household AC outlet.
Adding Another Phone This unit will not function during a power failure. To connect a standard telephone on the same line, use a T-adaptor. To B.T. Socket T-Adaptor Telephone Line Cord Standard Telephone Important Notice Concerning the Correct Use and Charging of Ni-Cd (Ni-MH) Batteries Batteries, due to their construction, undergo some wear and tear.
Dear purchaser, You have acquired a KX-TCD953EB, which is a product made in regard with the European Standards for Cordless Telephones (DECT). DECT technology is characterised by high-security protection against interceptions as well as high-quality digital transmission. This telephone was designed for a wide range of applications.
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8. The guarantee period applicable to this product shall be 12 months. Please keep these Operating Instructions with your receipt. Panasonic Business Systems U.K. Receipt No. Date of Purchase Model No. KX-TCD953EB...
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0436 1999/5/EC Customer Care Helpline Tel. No.: 08701 578577 Sales Department: Panasonic Business Systems U.K. Panasonic House, Willoughby Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8FP Manufacturer: Kyushu Matsushita Electric (U.K.) Ltd. Pencarn Way, Duffryn, Newport, South Wales, NP10 8YE, United Kingdom PQQX12749ZA...