Answering Calls, With the Base Unit | Panasonic KX-TC1871NZB

Answering Calls

When a call is received, the unit rings and the (CALLERÐID) button 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. 36).

In order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the second ring to answer a call.

With the Handset

Lift the handset off the base unit and press	(TALK)
(TALK).
³You can also answer a call by pressing any
dialling button (0) to (9), ($) or (#)
(— Any Key Talk).

Auto Talk

If you set the Auto Talk feature to ON (p. 20), you can answer a call by lifting the handset off the base unit without pressing (TALK).

Cordless Telephone

(CALLERÐID)

When the headset is connected (p. 17), make sure to use the headset to talk with the caller. If you want to have a normal cordless phone conversation, disconnect the headset.

With the Base Unit

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Press (DIGITAL\SP-PHONE).

³The DIGITAL SP-PHONE indicator lights.

Talk into the MIC.

To hang up, press
(DIGITAL\SP-PHONE).	(DIGITAL\SP-PHONE)
MIC	(DIGITAL\SP-PHONE)
³The indicator light goes out.	and Indicator

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Panasonic KX-TC1871NZB Answering Calls, With the Base Unit, Auto Talk, Lift the handset off the base unit and press

Contents

KX-TC1871NZB Charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use For your future reference Accessories includedBefore Initial Use Base Unit Location/Noise Battery ChargeFor Best Performance Contents Remote Operation with the Handset How to Use the Pause Button Recall Button p Volume , Buttons Ringer Button pLocation of Controls Base unit MIC Microphone p , 32 23, 38 Handset Location of Controls 0222333444 1120A JAN.12 a3 Ann 0266667777 Waiting DisplaysCommon prompts for the handset and the base unit No items stored Handset only Recharge battery New calls 43 1=DirectoryDisplays Preparation Base unit only Answering SUN 1200AM 5 new calls Message full Connections Settings Fully charged Medium Low ﬂashing Needs to be recharged Installing the Battery in the HandsetBattery strength Display prompt Battery strength Recharge Standby ModeSettings Battery information To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Using the Belt ClipUsing the Optional Headset Connecting the optional headset to the handset Make sure the unit is in the standby mode Selecting the Line Mode During programming Programmable FunctionsProgram Programmable Functions Setting the Auto Talk FeatureRinger volume 1Program 43 1=Yes Points to Talk switching To turn the ringer ON, press Ü or Ý in step With the base unit Make sure the unit is in the standby mode³To select High preset or LOW To record a greeting message Preparing the Answering System ÒGreeting Message To erase the recorded greeting message Flash Memory Message BackupPreparing the Answering System Greeting message sample To store a pager number, press # Unit must be in the standby mode before programmingProgramming Summary for the Answering System To select the caller’s recording time , press ¢=AM/PM #=Day Day and Time Adjustment Repeat steps 1 to 6 on For Caller ID service users pTo check the day/time Recording time 3min Selecting the Caller’s Recording Time Press Base unit display Selecting the Number of RingsToll saver Points to TAD program To redial the last number dialled on the handset Making CallsWith the Handset If noise interferes with the conversation Backlit LCD display To select the receiver volumeTo dial after conﬁrming the entered number To redial after conﬁrming the last number dialled With the Base Unit Digital Duplex Speakerphone Making calls To put a call on hold To adjust the speaker volume 8 levels while talkingHands-free Digital Speakerphone To redial the last number dialled on the base unit Useful information Simultaneous Keypad Dialling Lift the handset off the base unit and press Answering CallsWith the Base Unit Auto Talk 0244448888 Caller ID ServiceHow caller information is displayed when a call is received Private name display Press Ý or Ü to turn the display on To check the number of new callsHandset display While the handset is off the base unit To check who has called, follow the steps below Using the Caller ListViewing the Caller List With the handset 0355566677 1120A JAN.12 a3 Calling Back from the Caller ListDisplay meaning Press Ý or Ü repeatedly to ﬁnd the desired caller Press FWD/EDIT ß Edit key to select a pattern Using the Caller ListEditing the Caller’s Phone Number Unit can edit a phone number into one of 3 patterns Cordless Telephone To call back, press DIGITAL\SP-PHONEp Press CALLER\ID to enter the CallerList Press GREETING/EDIT to select a pattern 21 4=Next Cindy Turner =Save Storing Caller List Information in the DirectoryEdit 1Save directory 43 1=Yes Enter name 21 4=Next Using the Caller List Clear Erasing Caller List Information0246813579 1220A JAN.12 √ To erase all entries in the Caller List Press Ý Next key One-Touch DiallerStoring a Phone Number in the Direct Button Talk 1234567890123456 00-00-00 Dialling the Stored Number in the Direct ButtonOne-Touch Dialler Storing Names and Numbers Directory Using the Directory Enter name 21 4=Next Tom Jones Enter phone no 0398765432 Using the Directory1Save directory Calling pager 43 1=Yes Directory= 20 items Press Ý Next key Enter a phone number, up to 22 digits Cordless Telephone Number of times key is pressed Keys Steps for Entering Names and SymbolsIf you make a mistake while entering a name For example, to enter Tom Jones Press Ý or Ü repeatedly until the desired item is displayed Finding Items in the DirectoryEnter the directory list Press Ý or Ü Displayed Press Directory to enterDirectory list Repeatedly until the desired item is Keys Index Dialling from the DirectoryIndex table Editing an Item in the Directory Press SKIP/FF Yes key or Erasing an Item from the Directoryﬁnd the directory item you Want to erase p Paging the handset from the base unit Handset locator IntercomPaging the base unit from the handset From the base unit to the handset Transferring a Call Using the IntercomIntercom From the handset to the base unit Automatic Security Code Setting Special Features For Call Waiting Service Users in New Zealand How to Use the Pause ButtonSpecial Features For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users Selecting the recall time Recall Button Recall time 100ms Press ANSWER\ON to turn on the answering system Setting the Unit to Answer CallsAutomatic Answering Operation Monitoring incoming calls Press and hold NEW\MESSAGE until playback starts Listening to MessagesListening to only new messages Listening to all recorded messages During playback Listening to Messages From the Handset Erasing all messages Erasing MessagesErasing a speciﬁc message Storing a Pager Number Make sure that the unit is in the standby modePager Call Enter pager no Access code, if required by your pager company, and pressPress # Repeat steps 1 through 6 on page 71. Û INTERCOM/CLEAR Û Pager CallTo conﬁrm the stored pager number To erase the stored pager number To turn off the pager call mode, repeat steps 1 through Setting the Unit to Call a PagerPress Summary of remote operation Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Number Setting the Remote CodeTo check the remote code Shaded boxes are voice prompts Voice MenuRemote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Erasing All Messages All Message PlaybackNew Message Playback Recording a Memo Message Direct Remote Operation Direct commands Skipping the greeting message Turning on the answering system To end remote operation, press RECALL/PLAYBACK Enter the desired direct commands pRemote Operation with the Handset Voice menu Turn on or off Command within 15 seconds, or³Each time you press 3, the mode will Voice menu will start p Wall mounting adaptor, then Wall MountingWall Template Tuck the telephone line cord inside Handset holder as shown To charge the batteryTo remove the handset holder Place the handset on Battery Replacement Adding Another Phone Clearer channel Cordless Telephone Problem Cause and RemedyBefore Requesting Help ProblemCause and Remedy ³Memory is full. Erase some, or all, Answering System Problem Cause and RemedyBefore Requesting Help Message full is General Problem Cause and Remedy Problem Cause and Remedy For New Zealand Customers May have been pressed when youRecharge battery is Picked up the handset. Press Placement Safety InstructionsSafety Installations Environment Medical Safety Instructions For New Zealand Users Only Instructions to customer InstallationImportant Information For Australia only Service difficulties PQQX12877ZA FF0900HK0 D 62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan