Panasonic KX-TG8231, KX-TG8232 guide

Useful Information

Making/answering calls, intercom

Problem	Cause/solution
w is flashing.	LThe handset is not registered to the base unit.
	Register it (page 38).
	LThe handset is too far from the base unit. Move
	closer.
	LThe base unit AC adaptor is not connected.
	Check the connections.
	LYou are using the handset or base unit in an
	area with high electrical interference. Place the
	handset and base unit away from interference
	sources, such as antennas and mobile phones.

w is displayed, but I	LThe handset and base unit could not
cannot make a call.	communicate for some reason, such as
	interference from other electrical appliances.
	Perform the following:
	– Move the handset and base unit away from
	other electrical appliances.
	– Move closer to the base unit.

Static is heard, sound cuts	LPlace the handset and the base unit away from
in and out. Interference	other electrical appliances.
from other electrical units.	LMove closer to the base unit.
	LIf your unit is connected to a telephone line with
	DSL service, we recommend connecting a noise
	filter between the base unit and the telephone
	line jack. Contact your DSL provider for details.

Noise is heard during a	LYou are using the handset or base unit in an
call.	area with high electrical interference. Place the
	handset and base unit away from interference
	sources, such as antennas and mobile phones.

The handset does not ring.	LThe ringer volume is turned off. Adjust the ringer
	volume (page 27).

I cannot make a call.	LThe dialing mode may be set incorrectly.
	Change the setting (page 15).
	LAnother handset is in use or the answering
	system is being used. Wait and try again later.

I cannot have a	LMake sure that an optional headset is
conversation using the	connected properly (page 40).
headset.

I cannot make long	LMake sure that you have long distance service.
distance calls.

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Panasonic KX-TG8231, KX-TG8232 operating instructions Making/answering calls, intercom Problem Cause/solution

Contents

Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System With 2 Handsets Making/Answering Calls Product information Accessory informationSupplied accessories Additional/replacement accessories Accessory item Order numberExpanding your phone system Sales and support information Important safety instructions Leak Installation Battery Environment For best performanceMedical LDo not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder Controls Base unitHandset Receiver Display View Caller ID Display settings Set date & time Displays Icon Feature Answering device Initial settings Customer supportConnections Charger KX-TG8232 Battery installation and replacement Battery charge Battery level Battery icon Battery levelBase unit Operation Screen saver mode Symbols used in these operating instructionsSetting up the unit before use Display language Dialing mode Voice guidance languageDate and time English Making a call using the redial list Pause button for PBX/long distance service usersMaking calls Answering calls Useful features during a call Making/Answering Calls Group settings Handset phonebookAdding entries ADD Erasing entries Finding and calling a handset phonebook entryEditing entries Making a call using a one touch dial key Canceling a one touch dial assignmentOne touch dial Chain dial Copying all entries Copying handset phonebook entriesCopying an entry Ringer ID Using Caller ID serviceGroup settings for handset phonebook Caller ID number auto edit feature Caller listViewing the caller list and calling back Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back Erasing selected caller information Erasing all caller informationStoring caller information into the phonebook Save Programmable settings Programming by scrolling through the display menusMain menu Sub-menu View Caller ID Ringer settings Ringer volume Answer on*1 Answer off*1 Alarm Other settings Key tone*8 Auto talk*9 Off Caller ID edit Daily Customer supportOnce Greeting message Answering systemTurning the answering system on/off Listening to messages using the base unit Using a pre-recorded greeting messagePlaying back the greeting message Erasing your greeting message Call Erasing all messages Listening to messages using the handsetCalling back Caller ID subscribers only Using the answering system remotely Remote commandsRemote operation Voice guidance Answering system settings Remote access codeTurning on the answering system remotely Skipping the greeting message to leave a message Ring count Caller’s recording timeToll saver Recording time Using Voice Mail service Transferring calls between handsets, conference calls Operating additional handsetsIntercom Deregistration Registering a handset to a base unitDeregistering a handset Multi-unit Operation To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Belt clipHeadset optional Error messages Programmable settings Problem Cause/solution TroubleshootingGeneral use Problem Cause/solution Problem Cause/solution Battery recharge Problem Cause/solution Making/answering calls, intercom Problem Cause/solution Caller ID Problem Cause/solution Answering system Problem Cause/solution Voice Mail Problem Cause/solution New Voice Mail is not FCC and other information Useful Information FCC RF Exposure Warning Energy Star Specifications TTY users hearing or speech impaired users can call Customer servicesOr, contact us via the web at Warranty Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions Index TTY 4 Copyright When you ship the productPanasonic Puerto Rico, Inc