Panasonic KX-TG242SK Answering system, Turning the answering system on/off, Greeting message

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Answering System

Answering system

The answering system can answer and record calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone.

You can also set the unit to play a greeting message but not to record caller messages by selecting Greeting onlyas the recording time setting (page 35).

Important:

R Only 1 person can access the answering system (listen to messages, record a greeting message, etc.) at a time.

R When callers leave messages, the unit records the day and time of each message. Make sure the date and time have been set correctly (page 12).

Memory capacity (including your greeting message)

The total recording capacity is about 18 minutes. A maximum of 64 messages can be recorded.

Note:

R When message memory becomes full:

Messages fullis shown on the base unit and handset display.

The ANSWER ON/OFF indicator on the base unit flashes rapidly if the answering system is turned on.

If you use the pre-recorded greeting message, the unit automatically switches to another pre-recorded greeting message asking callers to call again later.

If you recorded your own greeting message, the same message is still announced to callers even though their messages are not recorded.

Turning the answering system on/off

Base unit

Press MANSWER ON/OFFN to turn on/off the answering system.

Handset

1To turn on:

MMENUN#327

To turn off:

MMENUN#328

2MOFFN

Note for base unit and handset:

R When the answering system is turned on, the ANSWER ON/OFF indicator on the base unit lights up.

Call screening

Base unit / Handset

While a caller is leaving a message, you can listen to the call through the unit’s speaker.

To adjust the speaker volume:

Base unit: Press MDN or MCN repeatedly.

Handset: Press MjN or MkN repeatedly. You can answer the call by lifting the corded handset form the base unit or pressing MN on the handset.

Call screening can be set for each unit. The default setting is On.

1MMENUN#310

2MbN: Select the desired setting. a MSAVEN

3Proceed with the operation for your unit. Base unit: MEXITN

Handset: MOFFN

Greeting message

When the unit answers a call, a greeting message is played to callers.

You can use either:

your own greeting message

a pre-recorded greeting message

Recording your greeting message

Handset

1MMENUN#302

2MbN: Yesa MSELECTN

3After a beep sounds, hold the handset about 20 cm (8 inches) away and speak clearly into the microphone (2 minutes max.).

4Press MSTOPN to stop recording.

For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help

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Contents Before initial use, see Getting Started on Table of Contents KX-TG242SK KX-TG243SK Accessory informationSupplied accessories Model compositionAccessory item Order number Additional/replacement accessoriesExpanding your phone system For your safety Important safety instructions Operating conditions Connections Setting upBattery installation Battery chargingOperating time Intelligent eco modeBattery level Icon OperationBase unit ControlsHandset Line in use DisplayBelt clip UseDialing mode Initial settingsDate and time Using the handset Using the base unitAdjusting the receiver or speaker VolumeHold Useful features during a callAdjusting the ringer volume Temporary ringer offFlash For call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID service usersTemporary tone dialing for rotary/ pulse service users MuteCall share Adding entries Shared phonebookGroups Chain dial Finding and calling from a phonebook entryEditing entries Erasing entriesShared Phonebook Screen call Programmable settingsDisplay the menu tree and direct command code table PhonebookOff Change language English Main menu Initial settingsContrast Caller ID editRinger setting Ringer volume Alarm OnceTime adjustment*1, *3 Caller ID auto Manual Main menu Initial settingKey tone*7 Caller ID edit Handset Voice mail Store VM access#*1Call block*1 Block w/o num*1, *2 VM tone detect*1 Message alert LCD contrastProgramming Changing the handset name AlarmSilent mode Special programmingArea Registering a unitCall block Caller ID subscribers only Operating additional unitsDeregistering a handset Registering a handset to the base unitRinger ID Using Caller ID serviceCaller ID features Talking Caller IDEditing a caller’s phone number before calling back Caller ID number auto edit featureCaller list Viewing the caller list and calling backMexitn Erasing selected caller informationErasing all caller information McidnTurning the answering system on/off Answering systemGreeting message Calling back Caller ID subscribers only Listening to messages using the base unitListening to messages using the handset Playing back the greeting messageOperating the answering system Remote access codeUsing the answering system remotely Remote operationTurning on the answering system remotely Answering system settingsRemote commands Voice guidanceMessage alert Caller’s recording timeSelecting Greeting only Listening to voice mail messages Voice mail serviceStoring the voice mail VM access number Voice mail VM tone detectionMMENUN#330 Making an intercom call IntercomHandset locator Transferring calls, conference callsTo establish a conference call To complete the transfer Press MoffnCharger Wall mountingTroubleshooting Error messagesBase no power Battery recharge Problem Cause/solution Programmable settings Problem Cause/solutionMaking/answering calls, intercom Problem Cause/solution Caller ID/Talking Caller ID Problem Liquid damage Problem Cause/solution Answering system Problem Cause/solutionFCC and other information FCC RF Exposure Warning Instalación Guía Rápida EspañolaSugerencias de operación Fecha y hora Auricular Preguntas frecuentes Customer Services Directory United States and Puerto Rico Customer servicesPanasonic Corporation of North America Warranty For United States and Puerto RicoLimited Warranty Limits And Exclusions Index Page For your future reference PNQX5103ZA TT1211MG0Attach your purchase receipt here