Panasonic KX-TG2581ALS, KX-TG2581NZS Answering Calls, Auto Talk, Lighted handset keypad, Headset

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Answering Calls

When a call is received, the unit rings, “Incoming call” is displayed on the handset and the IN USE/CHARGE indicator on the base unit ﬂashes quickly.

If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party information will be displayed after the ﬁrst ring (p. 31). In order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the second ring to answer a call.

Press (TALK).

• You can also answer a call by pressing any dialling button (0) to (9), (*) or (#) (— Any Key Talk).

(TALK)

Auto Talk

If you set the Auto Talk feature to ON (p. 18), you can answer a call by lifting the handset off the base unit without pressing (TALK).

When the optional headset is connected (p. 15), make sure to use the headset to talk with the caller. If you want to have a normal cordless phone

conversation, disconnect the	IN USE/CHARGE Indicator
conversation, disconnect the
headset.

Lighted handset keypad

The handset dialling buttons will light when you press a button or lift the handset off the base unit, and ﬂash when a call is received.

The lights will go out a few seconds.

Backlit LCD display

The lighted handset display will stay on for a few seconds after pressing a handset button, lifting the handset off the base unit, hanging up a call, leaving the programming mode or ending the intercom.

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Contents Charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use Operating InstructionsAccessories included Before Initial UseFor your future reference Battery Charge For Best PerformanceBase Unit Location/Noise Contents Setting the Unit to Answer Calls Answering SystemHow to use the Navigator key Location of ControlsHandset Base unit No items stored Recharge New calls New calls GF H=Directory DisplaysHandset display Ringer offAnn Paging Press Intercom 00-00-07 0266667777 Waiting Displays Base unit display Settings ConnectionsBattery strength Display prompt Battery strengthFully charged Medium Low ﬂashing Needs to be recharged Standby Mode While the handset is off the base unit SettingsBattery information RechargeTo attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Using the Belt ClipUsing an Optional Headset Connection an optional headset to the handsetSelecting the Line Mode LCD contrast............. To select the LCD contrast p Programmable FunctionsProgram During programmingSet line mode HTalk switching Setting the Auto Talk FeaturePoints to Talk switching Programmable FunctionsTo turn the ringer ON, press Ñ or Ö Selecting the Ringer VolumeSave directory HRinger volume RingerPress Ö or Ñ to select the desired Selecting the LCD ContrastPoints to LCD contrast ContrastTo record a greeting message Preparing the Answering SystemGreeting Message Greeting message sampleTo erase the recorded greeting message Flash Memory Message BackupPreparing the Answering System Pre-recorded greeting messageProgramming Summary for the Answering System To select the caller’s recording time , pressDay and Time Adjustment For Caller ID service users p To check the time/dayRepeat steps 1 to 6 on Selecting the Caller’s Recording Time Press 1, 2 or 3 to select the recording time Toll saver When set to Auto Selecting the Number of RingsTo redial the last number dialled Making CallsIf noise interferes with the conversation TalkTo increase, press Ñ To decrease press Ö To dial after conﬁrming the entered numberTo redial after conﬁrming the last number dialled LoudLighted handset keypad Answering CallsAuto Talk Backlit LCD displayPrivate name display Caller ID ServiceHow caller information is displayed when a call is received 0244448888For New Zealand Users Caller ID ServiceTo check the number of new calls While the handset is on the base unitTo check who has called, follow the steps below Using the Caller ListViewing the Caller List To exit the list, pressTo return to the previous caller Using the Caller ListEx. When you search from the most recent call To exit the Caller ListCalling Back from the Caller List New calls GF H=Directory 0355566677 1120A JAN12 TalkTalk 00-00-00 76543210 =Next H=Edit Editing the Caller’s Phone Number0276543210 1120A JAN12 √ 0276543210 =Next H=EditPress Ö Next key Press FWD/EDIT á Save key When the caller’s name is not displayed in the Caller ListStoring Caller List Information in the Directory 0355566677 =Edit H=Save Enter name IH G=NextErasing Caller List Information To erase a speciﬁc caller from the Caller ListNew calls GF H=Directory 0246813579 1220A JAN12 √ Clear New call GF H=Directory HExit All clear To erase all entries in the Caller ListPress Ö or Ñ to select All clear Exit HAll clearIH G=Next 123456789012345 One-Touch DiallerStoring a Phone Number in the Direct Button 123456789012345 =Edit H=Save Save DIRECT#Using the Directory Storing Names and Numbers in the DirectoryDirectory= 20 items Using the DirectoryEnter a name, up to 15 characters using Dialling buttons pSelecting Characters to Enter Names If you make a mistake while entering a nameNumber of times key is pressed Keys Directory , press FWD/EDIT á When ﬁnished, pressÖ Next keyFor example, to enter Tom Jones Eight timesAnn 0312345678 Finding Items in the DirectoryDirectory list =Caller’s list To search for a name by initialKeys Index Dialling from the DirectoryIndex table Directory list =Caller’s list FrankEditing an Item in the Directory Jane Walker 0333444555 F=Edit H=SavePress FWD/EDIT á Yes key or Erasing an Item from the DirectoryDirectory item you want to erase Directory list =Caller’s list Helen Clear? =No H=YesPaging the handset from the base unit Handset locator IntercomPaging the base unit from the handset HandsetFor Call Waiting Service Users in New Zealand Special FeaturesAutomatic Security Code Setting Call Waiting and Caller ID CompatibleFor PBX Line/Long Distance Calls How to Use the Pause ButtonRecall Button Selecting the recall timeSpecial Features Monitoring incoming calls Setting the Unit to Answer CallsAutomatic Answering Operation Press ANSWER!ON to turn on the answering systemListening to only new messages Listening to MessagesSlow Talk Message Playback Listening to all recorded messagesTo skip To skip to the next message During playbackTo repeat To repeat from the beginning of the message To stopFrom the Handset Listening to MessagesErasing all messages Erasing MessagesErasing a speciﬁc message Within 5 seconds, press Erase againRemote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Summary of remote operationTo check the remote code Setting the Remote CodeEnter a remote code using a 2-digit NumberVoice Menu Remote Operation from a Touch Tone PhoneShaded boxes are voice prompts Recording a Memo Message All Message PlaybackNew Message Playback Erasing All MessagesDirect commands Direct Remote OperationTurning on the answering system Skipping the greeting messageVoice menu Enter the desired direct commands pRemote Operation with the Handset To end remote operation, press RECALL/PLAYBACKAnswer off is heard and the answering Command within 15 seconds, orVoice menu will start p System is turned offWall mounting adaptor, then Wall MountingTuck the telephone line cord inside Push it in the direction of the arrowWall Template Install screws using the wall template belowTo charge the handset battery Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, thenBattery Replacement Few minutesAdding Another Phone Troubleshooting Cordless Telephone ProblemCause & Remedy Digits long, the number will not beTroubleshooting Answering System ProblemGeneral Problem Hanging upPicked up the handset. Press May have been pressed when youBack Ü or FWD/EDIT á For Australian CustomersInstallations Environment Safety InstructionsSafety PlacementSafety Instructions MedicalSpeciﬁcations Installation Important Information For Australia onlyInstructions to customer Service difficulties 62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan PQQX13461ZA-BM S0802-1082