Panasonic KX-TG1612BX, KX-TG1611BX operating instructions Useful features during a call

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Making/Answering Calls

Adjusting the handset ringer volume

While the handset is ringing for an incoming call:

Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the desired volume.

Programming the volume beforehand: 1 {j/OK}

2 {r}: Ringer Setups{j/OK}

3 {r}: Volumes{j/OK}

4 {r}: Select the desired volume.

5 {j/OK} s{ic}

Useful features during a call

Mute

While mute is turned on, you can hear the other party, but the other party cannot hear you.

1Press {j/OK} during conversation. s

{r}: Mutes{j/OK} L Tis displayed.

2To return to the conversation, press

{j/OK}. s{r}: Mutes{j/OK}

Recall/flash

{R} allows you to use the special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services.

Note:

LTo change the recall/flash time, see page 16.

For call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID service users

To use call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID, you must first subscribe with your service provider/telephone company.

This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking on the phone. If you receive a call while on the phone, you will hear a call waiting tone.

If you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services, the 2nd caller’s information is displayed after you hear the call waiting tone on the handset.

1Press {R} to answer the 2nd call.

2To switch between calls, press {R}.

Note:

LPlease contact your service provider/ telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area.

Temporary tone dialling (for rotary/pulse service users)

You can temporarily switch the dialling mode to tone when you need to access touch-tone services (for example, answering services, telephone banking services, etc.).

Press *before entering access numbers which require tone dialling.

Call share

Available for:

KX-TG1612

You can join an existing outside call.

To join the conversation, press {C} when the other handset is on an outside call.

Note:

LTo prevent other users from joining your conversations with outside callers, turn the privacy mode on (page 16).

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Contents Digital Cordless Phone Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic productTable of Contents Accessory information Supplied accessoriesAdditional/replacement accessories Model compositionFor your safety Important safety instructions BatteryFor best performance Base unit location/avoiding noiseSpecifications Other informationRoutine care Setting up Battery installationConnections Correct WrongBattery charging During a power failureBattery level Icon Battery levelControls DisplayHandset Base unitTurning the power on/off Initial settingsDialling mode Display languageMaking calls Answering callsUseful features during a call Handset phonebook Adding entriesErasing entries Finding and calling from a Phonebook entry Chain dialTG161xBXe.book Page 14 Wednesday, October 19, 2011 845 AM Programmable settings Programming by scrolling through the display menusMain menu Sub-menu Setup Language English Contrast Alarm Special programmingUsing Caller ID service Caller ID featuresCaller list Viewing the caller list and calling backErasing caller information Storing caller information to the phonebookErase or Erase All s Save TEL No. sj/OKVoice mail service Intercom Handset locatorTransferring calls, conference calls Making an intercom callCharacter entry Character entry modesExtended 1 character table p Extended 2 character table OCyrillic character table P Error messages TroubleshootingGeneral use Memory FullProgrammable settings Battery rechargeMaking/answering calls, intercom Caller ID Liquid damageRegistering a handset to the base unit Deregistering a handsetChanging the base unit PIN Personal Identification Number Register HS sj/OKWall mounting Base unit ChargerIndex TG161xBXe.book Page 30 Wednesday, October 19, 2011 845 AM TG161xBXe.book Page 31 Wednesday, October 19, 2011 845 AM For your future reference