Panasonic KX-TG577 Useful features during a call, Adjusting the ringer volume, Hold button

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Making/Answering Calls

Using the base unit

1 {SP-PHONE}

2 Speak into the MIC.

3 When you finish talking, press {SP- PHONE}.

Adjusting the ringer volume

Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the desired volume when in standby mode.

LTo turn the ringer off, press and hold {V} until the unit beeps.

LTo stop ringing, press {STOP}.

Setting the ringer tone

There are 3 tones and 3 melodies.

1 Press {^} or {V}.

2 Within 10 seconds, press {<}or {>} repeatedly to select the desired tone.

LTo stop ringing, press {STOP}.

Note:

LIf you subscribe to a distinctive ring service (such as IDENTA-RING), select a tone (tone 1 to 3) for the base unit’s ringer tone. If you select a melody, you cannot distinguish lines by their ringers.

LIf you select a melody for the base unit’s ringer tone, the ringer continues to sound for several seconds if:

–the caller hangs up before you answer the call.

–another person answers the call using another phone connected to the same line.

Useful features during a call

HOLD button

This feature allows you to put an outside call on hold.

Handset

1 Press {HOLD} during an outside call.

LTo transfer the call to the base unit or another handset, continue from step 2, “Transferring calls”, page 63.

2 Press {HOLD} again.

LTo release the hold, press {C}.

LThe base unit user can take the call by pressing {SP-PHONE}.

LAnother handset user can take the call by pressing {C}.

Base unit

Press {HOLD} during an outside call.

LTo release the hold, press {SP- PHONE}.

LHandset users can take the call by pressing {C}.

Note for handset and base unit:

LWhile an outside call is on hold, the IN USE indicator on the base unit flashes.

LIf another phone is connected to the same line (page 13), you can also take the call by lifting its handset.

LIf a call is kept on hold for more than 9 minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound. After 1 additional minute on hold, the call is disconnected.

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Contents Operating Instructions Making/Answering Calls Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephoneKX-TG5777 About these operating instructionsKX-TG5771 KX-TG5776 Using the navigator key Using the joystick Middle soft keyTrademark Expanding your phone systemHandsets and other devices max Handset feature overview for KX-TGA570 and KX-TGA571 FeatureAccessory item Order number Quantity Accessory informationIncluded accessories Sales and support information Additional/replacement accessoriesAccessory item Order number Gigarange USB utility Color display models onlySave These Instructions Medical InstallationBattery Environment For best performanceBase unit location/avoiding noise Routine careIf you subscribe to a DSL service Setting up the base unitConnecting the AC adaptor and telephone line cord Battery installation/replacement Setting up the handsetConnecting the charger KX-TG5777 only Base unit Battery chargeBattery level Battery icon Charger KX-TG5777 onlyWall mount template for the charger Panasonic battery performance Operation Operating timeWall mounting for charger KX-TG5777 only Controls Base unitMonochrome display model KX-TGA570 included with KX-TG5771 SP-PHONE Tone USB port Charge contactsHandset display items DisplaysBase unit display items Displayed MeaningHandset screen saver Color display models only To cancel screen saver modeHandset menu icons Symbols used in these operating instructions Setting the unit before use Pause button for PBX/long distance service users Using the handsetUsing the speakerphone Making callsUsing the base unit Answering callsSetting the ringer tone Useful features during a callAdjusting the ringer volume Hold buttonMute For Call Waiting service usersTemporary tone dialing for rotary/ pulse service users Flash buttonCall privacy Handset voice enhancerCall share Monochrome display models KX-TG5771/KX-TGA570 Handset phonebookAdding items to the handset phonebook Save16 OFF Color display models KX-TG5776/KX-TG5777/KX-TGA571Editing/correcting a mistake Finding and calling a handset phonebook itemCharacter table for entering names Key Select Editing items in the handset phonebookErasing an item in the handset phonebook ISELECTCopying an item Chain dialCopying handset phonebook items SendCalling someone with the speed dialer Base unit speed dialerAdding phone numbers to the speed dialer To erase a stored phone numberTalking Caller ID Using Caller ID serviceCaller ID features Missed callsPicture ID Color display models only Ringer IDLight-up ID Viewing the caller list and calling back Caller ID number auto edit featureCaller list Editing a caller’s phone number before calling backPage Programmable settings Programming by scrolling through the display menusMain menu Sub-menu Programming Color display models KX-TG5776/KX-TG5777/KX-TGA571 Programming Programming using the direct commands 1 Feature Setting code System CodeKey tone*4 Color2 3 Color3 Color4 5 Color5 Memory status Handset ringer tone for outside calls OFFAssigning a customized ring to Changing the name of a melodyChanging the handset name Erasing a melody HandsetMemory usage File type Quantity Used Handset wallpaper Color display models onlyMemory status Color display models only Viewing the handset memory status Handset Erasing melodies or images HandsetTurning the answering system on/off Answering systemMemory capacity Recording your greeting messagePrerecorded greeting message Calling back Caller ID subscribers only Adjusting the receiver/speaker volumeKey Command CallBase unit Memo Voice memoRecording a voice memo Key Remote command Using the answering system remotelyRemote commands Remote operationRing count Answering system settingsRemote code Turning on the answering system remotelyFor Voice Mail service subscribers Caller’s recording timeMessage alert Call screeningVoice Mail message indication Using Voice Mail serviceVoice Mail VM tone detection Answering an intercom call IntercomMaking an intercom call Base unit Press SP-PHONE or Intercom to answerTurning auto intercom on/off Answering an intercom call using auto intercom HandsetAuto intercom/Room monitor Monitoring audio in a roomTransferring calls Answering transferred callsConference calls Deregistering other devices Registering a handsetDeregistering a handset Wall mounting optional Additional accessoriesHeadset optional Belt clip optionalError messages Display message Cause/solutionNo link to base Battery recharge Problem Cause/solution General use Problem Cause/solutionProgrammable settings Problem Cause/solution Making/answering calls, intercom Problem Cause/solution Caller ID Problem Cause/solution Problem Cause/solution Answering system Problem Cause/solutionFCC and other information Useful Information FCC Warning KX-TG5776, KX-TG5777, and KX-TGA571 only FCC RF Exposure WarningResponsible party Specifications Warranty Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions Customer services Customer Services DirectoryIndex 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