Answering System

Special Features	50
Automatic Security Code Setting	50
Call Waiting and Caller ID Compatible (For Australia only)	50
How to Use the PAUSE Button
(For PBX Line/Long Distance Calls)	51
RECALL Button	51
Answering System
Automatic Answering Operation	53
Setting the Unit to Answer Calls	53
Listening to Messages	54
Slow Talk Message Playback	54
From the Handset	56
Erasing Messages	57
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone	58
Setting the Remote Code	59
Voice Menu	60
Direct Remote Operation	62
Remote Operation with the Handset	64
Useful Information
Wall Mounting	66
Battery Replacement	68
Adding Another Phone	69
Troubleshooting	70
Safety Instructions	75
Speciﬁcations	77
Important Information (For Australia only)	78

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Panasonic KX-TG2581ALS, KX-TG2581NZS operating instructions Answering System, Setting the Unit to Answer Calls

Contents

Operating Instructions 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 Answering System Setting the Unit to Answer Calls Handset How to use the Navigator keyLocation of Controls Base unit Handset display DisplaysNo items stored Recharge New calls New calls GF H=Directory Ringer off Ann Paging Press Intercom 00-00-07 0266667777 Waiting Displays Base unit display Connections Settings Fully charged Medium Low ﬂashing Needs to be recharged Battery strengthDisplay prompt Battery strength Battery information SettingsStandby Mode While the handset is off the base unit Recharge Using an Optional Headset Using the Belt ClipTo attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Connection an optional headset to the handset Selecting the Line Mode Program Programmable FunctionsLCD contrast............. To select the LCD contrast p During programming Points to Talk switching Setting the Auto Talk FeatureSet line mode HTalk switching Programmable Functions Save directory HRinger volume Selecting the Ringer VolumeTo turn the ringer ON, press Ñ or Ö Ringer Points to LCD contrast Selecting the LCD ContrastPress Ö or Ñ to select the desired Contrast Greeting Message Preparing the Answering SystemTo record a greeting message Greeting message sample Preparing the Answering System Flash Memory Message BackupTo erase the recorded greeting message Pre-recorded greeting message To select the caller’s recording time , press Programming Summary for the Answering System Day and Time Adjustment Repeat steps 1 to 6 on For Caller ID service users pTo check the time/day Press 1, 2 or 3 to select the recording time Selecting the Caller’s Recording Time Selecting the Number of Rings Toll saver When set to Auto If noise interferes with the conversation Making CallsTo redial the last number dialled Talk To redial after conﬁrming the last number dialled To dial after conﬁrming the entered numberTo increase, press Ñ To decrease press Ö Loud Auto Talk Answering CallsLighted handset keypad Backlit LCD display How caller information is displayed when a call is received Caller ID ServicePrivate name display 0244448888 To check the number of new calls Caller ID ServiceFor New Zealand Users While the handset is on the base unit Viewing the Caller List Using the Caller ListTo check who has called, follow the steps below To exit the list, press Ex. When you search from the most recent call Using the Caller ListTo return to the previous caller To exit the Caller List Talk 00-00-00 Calling Back from the Caller ListNew calls GF H=Directory 0355566677 1120A JAN12 Talk 0276543210 1120A JAN12 √ Editing the Caller’s Phone Number76543210 =Next H=Edit 0276543210 =Next H=Edit Storing Caller List Information in the Directory When the caller’s name is not displayed in the Caller ListPress Ö Next key Press FWD/EDIT á Save key 0355566677 =Edit H=Save Enter name IH G=Next New calls GF H=Directory 0246813579 1220A JAN12 √ Clear Erasing Caller List InformationTo erase a speciﬁc caller from the Caller List Press Ö or Ñ to select All clear To erase all entries in the Caller ListNew call GF H=Directory HExit All clear Exit HAll clear Storing a Phone Number in the Direct Button One-Touch DiallerIH G=Next 123456789012345 123456789012345 =Edit H=Save Save DIRECT# Storing Names and Numbers in the Directory Using the Directory Enter a name, up to 15 characters using Using the DirectoryDirectory= 20 items Dialling buttons p Number of times key is pressed Keys Selecting Characters to Enter NamesIf you make a mistake while entering a name For example, to enter Tom Jones When ﬁnished, pressÖ Next keyDirectory , press FWD/EDIT á Eight times Directory list =Caller’s list Finding Items in the DirectoryAnn 0312345678 To search for a name by initial Index table Dialling from the DirectoryKeys Index Directory list =Caller’s list Frank Jane Walker 0333444555 F=Edit H=Save Editing an Item in the Directory Directory item you want to erase Erasing an Item from the DirectoryPress FWD/EDIT á Yes key or Directory list =Caller’s list Helen Clear? =No H=Yes Paging the base unit from the handset IntercomPaging the handset from the base unit Handset locator Handset Automatic Security Code Setting Special FeaturesFor Call Waiting Service Users in New Zealand Call Waiting and Caller ID Compatible Recall Button How to Use the Pause ButtonFor PBX Line/Long Distance Calls Selecting the recall time Special Features Automatic Answering Operation Setting the Unit to Answer CallsMonitoring incoming calls Press ANSWER!ON to turn on the answering system Slow Talk Message Playback Listening to MessagesListening to only new messages Listening to all recorded messages To repeat To repeat from the beginning of the message During playbackTo skip To skip to the next message To stop Listening to Messages From the Handset Erasing a speciﬁc message Erasing MessagesErasing all messages Within 5 seconds, press Erase again Summary of remote operation Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Enter a remote code using a 2-digit Setting the Remote CodeTo check the remote code Number Shaded boxes are voice prompts Voice MenuRemote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone New Message Playback All Message PlaybackRecording a Memo Message Erasing All Messages Direct Remote Operation Direct commands Skipping the greeting message Turning on the answering system Remote Operation with the Handset Enter the desired direct commands pVoice menu To end remote operation, press RECALL/PLAYBACK Voice menu will start p Command within 15 seconds, orAnswer off is heard and the answering System is turned off Tuck the telephone line cord inside Wall MountingWall mounting adaptor, then Push it in the direction of the arrow To charge the handset battery Install screws using the wall template belowWall Template Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then Few minutes Battery Replacement Adding Another Phone Cordless Telephone Problem Troubleshooting Digits long, the number will not be Cause & Remedy Answering System Problem Troubleshooting Hanging up General Problem Back Ü or FWD/EDIT á May have been pressed when youPicked up the handset. Press For Australian Customers Safety Safety InstructionsInstallations Environment Placement Medical Safety Instructions Speciﬁcations Instructions to customer InstallationImportant Information For Australia only Service difficulties PQQX13461ZA-BM S0802-1082 62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan

Panasonic KX-TG2581ALS, KX-TG2581NZS Answering System, Setting the Unit to Answer Calls

Models: KX-TG2581ALS, KX-TG2581NZS

Setting the Unit to Answer Calls

Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone

Useful Information