Turning on the answering system

ANSWERING	(0)	•The unit hangs up and will not answer
SYSTEM OFF	(0)	calls until turned on again.

Call your unit and wait for 15 rings.

•The unit will answer and the greeting message will be played.

•The answering system will turn on. Hang up or enter the remote code for other options.

•When turning on the answering system using a rotary or pulse service telephone, you cannot enter the remote code for other options.

Skipping the greeting message

After calling your unit, press (*) during the greeting message.

•The unit skips the rest of the greeting message and you can start recording your message after the long beep.

Answering System

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Panasonic KX-TG2583ALS Turning on the answering system, Skipping the greeting message, Unit hangs up and will not answer

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 Setting the Unit to Answer Calls Transferring a Call Using the Intercom Base unit Location of Controls 17, 32, 47, 56 Cradle Lock Switch p Caller ID Indicator p Answer on Indicator p , 57Back Side Button p , 38, 50 Handset Location of Controls Displays Standby modeNew call SUN 1200AM Message Connections Settings Display prompt Battery strength Battery strengthRecharge battery Recharge Battery information SettingsAfter your Panasonic battery is fully charged p Operation Approx. battery life Selecting the Line Mode During programming Programmable Functions Points to Talk switching Setting the Auto Talk FeatureSet line mode HTalk switching Press Å or Ä to select On or Off Programmable Functions Selecting the Ringer VolumeWith the handset With the base unit To record a greeting message Preparing the Answering SystemGreeting Message Preparing the Answering System Flash Memory Message BackupGreeting message sample To erase the recorded greeting message =Day and time 1=Remote code =Number of ring =Recording time Programming Summary for the Answering System Press Base unit display Day and Time AdjustmentPoints to TAD program For Caller ID service users p Selecting the Caller’s Recording Time Selecting the Number of Rings Answering system setting. See base unitToll saver Press With the Handset Making CallsIf noise interferes with the conversation To redial the last number dialled on the handset To dial after conﬁrming the entered number To adjust the receiver volume while talkingTo redial after conﬁrming the last number dialled Backlit handset keypad Making Calls When the other party answersWith the Base Unit Digital Duplex Speakerphone Talk into the MIC microphone To redial the last number dialled on the base unit To adjust the speaker volume 8 levels while talkingTo put a call on hold To release the hold Useful information Simultaneous Keypad Dialling Auto Talk Answering CallsIf the handset is off the base unit, press Talk Talk into the MIC To hang up, press How caller information is displayed when a call is received Caller ID ServicePrivate name display 0244448888 For New Zealand Users To check the number of new callsHandset display While the handset is off the base unit Viewing the Caller List Using the Caller List If a caller calls more than once What √ meansWhat → means Press # or Editing the Caller’s Phone Number Using the Caller ListCalling Back from the Caller List Free editing HEdit Save directory76543210 =Next H=Edit 0276543210 =Next H=Edit 00276543210 1120A JAN.12 √ Press Å or Ä to enter the CallerList Edit HSave directory Storing Caller List Information in the DirectoryEnter name IH G=Next IH G=Next Cindy Turner To erase a speciﬁc caller from the Caller List Erasing Caller List InformationWith the handset With the base unit With the handset With the base unit To erase all entries in the Caller ListPress Å or Ä to enter Caller List Press Å or Ä to select All clear Storing a Phone Number in the Direct Button One-Touch Dialer 789012 Dialling the Stored Number in the Direct Button1234567890123456 Storing Names and Numbers in the Directory Using the DirectoryDirectory, press FWD/EDIT É Yes key Directory= 20 items Dialling buttons p Enter a name, up to 15 characters using Selecting Characters to Enter Names Using the DirectoryIf you make a mistake while entering a name Keys For example, to enter Tom Jones When ﬁnished, press Å Next keyDirectory , press FWD/EDIT É Eight times To search for a name by initial Finding Items in the Directory # Press the dialling button for ﬁrst letter of the desired Press Ç or É to Enter the directory listDesired item is displayed Keys Index Dialling from the DirectoryIndex table Editing an Item in the Directory Erasing an Item from the Directory Paging the handset from the base unit Handset locator IntercomPaging the base unit from the handset Intercom Transferring a Call Using the IntercomFrom the handset to the base unit From the base unit to the handset For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users Special FeaturesHow to Use the Pause Button Special Features Automatic Security Code SettingCall Waiting and Caller ID Compatible Recall Button HSet recall time Selecting the recall timePoints to Set recall time, Automatic Answering Operation Setting the Unit to Answer CallsMonitoring incoming calls Press ANSWER!ON to turn on the answering Listening to only new messages Listening to MessagesListening to all recorded messages During playback Listening to Messages From the HandsetTo call back the displayed number 0112233445 Message Erasing a speciﬁc message Erasing MessagesErasing all messages Within 5 seconds, press 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 systemUnit hangs up and will not answer Calls until turned on again Remote Operation with the Handset Enter the desired direct commands pVoice menu To end remote operation, press RECALL/PLAYBACK Voice menu will start p During playback You can also press Back Ç to repeat MessageAnswer off is heard and the answering System is turned off Cord inside the wall Wall Mounting#Tuck the telephone line Place the handset in the cradle as To charge the handset batteryWall Template Using an Optional Headset Using the Belt ClipConnecting the headset to the handset To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Battery Replacement Handset display If the Following Appear SUN 1200AM Message full Handset in use SUN 1200AM 0 message Greeting record Recording errorBase unit display Before Requesting Help Cordless Telephone ProblemRemedy Digits long, the number will not be Answering System ProblemRemedy Problem RemedyBefore Requesting Help Message full ﬂashes During playback, the unit starts to ring and stops playback General ProblemRemedy For New Zealand Customers Adding Another Phone Safety Safety InstructionsInstallations Environment Placement Medical Safety Instructions Do not immerse in water or leave under running water Splash-Resistant Handset onlyShock-Resistant Handset only For New Zealand Users Only Instructions to customer InstallationImportant Information For Australia only Important Information For Australia only Service difficultiesPage PQQX13096ZB-BM SM0501NA1071 62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan

•The unit hangs up and will not answer

calls until turned on again.

Turning on the answering system

Call your unit and wait for 15 rings.

Skipping the greeting message

Answering System