Making/answering calls, intercom | Panasonic KXTG6843B, KX-TG6873B

Useful Information

Problem

I fully charged the batteries, but

– still flashes,

– is displayed, or

–the operating time seems to be shorter.

Cause/solution

RClean the battery ends ( , ) and the charge contacts with a dry cloth and charge again.

RIt is time to replace the batteries (page 10).

Making/answering calls, intercom

Problem

is displayed.

Noise is heard, sound cuts in and out.

The handset does not ring.

The base unit does not ring.

I cannot make a call.

I cannot make long distance calls.

Cause/solution

RThe handset is too far from the base unit. Move closer.

RThe base unit’s AC adaptor is not properly connected. Reconnect AC adaptor to the base unit.

RThe handset is not registered to the base unit. Register it (page 35).

RYou are using the handset or base unit in an area with high electrical interference. Re-position the base unit and use the handset away from sources of interference.

RMove closer to the base unit.

RIf you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommend connecting a DSL/ADSL filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your DSL/ADSL provider for details.

RThe ringer volume is turned off. Adjust the ringer volume (page 17, 28).

RSilent mode is turned on. Turn it off (page 32).

RThe ringer volume is turned off. Adjust the ringer volume (page 17, 30).

RSilent mode is turned on. Turn it off (page 32).

RThe dialing mode may be set incorrectly. Change the setting (page 15).

RMake sure that you have long distance service.

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Panasonic KXTG6843B, KX-TG6873B, KXTG6842B, KXTG6845B operating instructions Making/answering calls, intercom

Contents

Digital Cordless Answering System Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product Table of Contents Accessory information Supplied accessoriesModel composition Supplied handset qty No. Accessory item Order number For KX-TG6872/KX-TG6873 Accessory item/Order number Quantity Expanding your phone system Additional/replacement accessoriesAccessory item Order number Handset optional KX-TGA680 For your safety For best performance Important safety instructionsBattery Base unit location/avoiding noise Other information EnvironmentRoutine care Specifications Battery charging Setting upBattery installation Connections Icon Battery level Intelligent eco modeBattery level Operation Operating time Controls HandsetBase unit Belt clip DisplayHandset display items Display language Initial settingsDate and time Base unit display items Dialing mode Voice guidance language Adjusting the receiver or speaker volume Using the handsetUsing the base unit Making calls Useful features during a call Answering calls Mute For call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID service usersTemporary tone dialing for rotary/pulse service users Flash Handset equalizer Power back-up operationHandset noise reduction Call share Making a call using the shared phonebook Making calls during a power failureAnswering calls during a power failure When only 1 handset is registered Making/Answering Calls Erasing the character or number GroupsCharacter table for entering names Key Character Finding and calling from a phonebook entry Editing entriesErasing entries Merasen a MbN Yes a Mselectn Chain dialErasing all entries Handset Mmenun a MbN Phonebook a Mselectn Base unit M N Speed dial Handset Programmable settingsDisplay menu tree and direct command code table Main menu Answering device Erase all msg.*1 Settings Ring count*1 RingsPlay all msg Greeting Record greeting*1 Manual Main menu Initial setting Alarm OnceTime adjustment*1, *3 Caller ID auto Ringer setting Ringer volume Call block *1 Voice mail Store VM access#*1Power failure Auto 0 Off First ring *1 Base unit Main menu Cust. Support Operation Caller ID edit On OffChange language English Code #680 Turning silent mode on/off AlarmSilent mode Special programming Storing unwanted callers From the caller list Handset Viewing/editing/erasing call block numbers Setting the first ring for the call block listBlocking incoming calls without phone number Area Registering a handset to the base unit Registering a unitOperating additional units Additional handsets Using Caller ID service Caller ID featuresTalking Caller ID Caller list Erasing all caller information Caller ID number auto edit featureErasing selected caller information Storing caller information to the phonebook Msaven Greeting message Answering systemTurning the answering system on/off Memory capacity including your greeting message Using the base unit Listening to messages Calling back Caller ID subscribers only Listening to messages using the handsetErasing all messages Editing the number before calling back Audible message alert Advanced new message alerting featuresTurning on/off the new message alert setting New message alert by a call Remote access code Using the answering system remotelyRemote operation Voice guidance Answering system settingsRemote commands Turning on the answering system remotely For voice mail service subscribers Caller’s recording time To erase the voice mail access number Voice mail serviceStoring the voice mail VM access number Voice mail VM tone detection Listening to voice mail messages MMENUN#330 Transferring calls, conference calls IntercomHandset locator Making an intercom call To complete the transfer Press MZN Answering a transferred callMbN Stop conference a To establish a conference call Press Mconfn Wall mounting Charger Error messages Cause/solutionDisplay message Battery recharge TroubleshootingProgrammable settings Problem Making/answering calls, intercom Caller ID/Talking Caller ID Answering system Liquid damage FCC and other information FCC RF Exposure Warning Compatible with Correcto Incorrecto Guía Rápida EspañolaUnidad base Auricular Idioma de la pantalla Auricular/Unidad base Teclas de funciónTecla navegadora Auricular Unidad base Exit Idioma de la guía de voz Auricular Agregar Ent. Nueva s Selec Para escuchar mensajes nuevos Contestador de llamadas Unidad baseSistema contestador de llamadas Auricular Para escuchar todos los mensajes Customer services Or, contact us via the web atTTY users hearing or speech impaired users can call Warranty For United States and Puerto Rico Limited Warranty Coverage Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions When you ship the product Index Read troubleshooting page in the Operating Instructions For your future referenceAttach your purchase receipt here