Panasonic KX-TG2356 User Manual

2.4 GHz Digital Cordless Answering SystemOperating InstructionsModel No. KX-TG2356Pulse-or-tone dialing capabilityThe unit is Caller ID compatible. T

Installation10Installing the Battery in the HandsetInsert the battery (1), and press it down until it snaps into the compartment (2). Close the cover.

PreparationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)11InstallationRechargeRecharge the battery when: —“Recharge battery” is displayed on the h

12Programmable SettingsProgramming Guidelines This unit has several programmable functions which can be selected from the function menu on the display

PreparationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)13Programmable SettingsFunction Menu Table You can use the following functions to customiz

Programmable Settings14Date and Time We recommend you set the date and time so that the unit will announce the day and time each message was recorde

PreparationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)15Programmable SettingsDisplay Language You can select either “English” or “Spanish” as th

Programmable Settings16Line Mode The line mode is preset to “B” and generally should not be adjusted. If “Line in use” on the handset and “ ” on the b

PreparationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)17Programmable SettingsRinger Volume You can select the handset or base unit ringer volume

Programmable Settings18Base unit ringer volume Make sure the base unit is not being used.To set the ringer volume to high (preset), medium, or low, pr

PreparationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)19Programmable SettingsBase unit ringer tone (use either the handset or the base unit)Make

2Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone.Please read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 77 before use. Read and understa

20Preparing the Answering SystemGreeting Message You can record a personal greeting message of up to 2 minutes. If you do not record your own message,

PreparationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)21Preparing the Answering SystemTo review the greetingPress [GREETING CHECK].To erase the

Preparing the Answering System22Caller’s Recording Time You can select “1 minute”, “2 minutes”, “3 minutes” or “Greeting only” for the caller’s record

PreparationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)23Preparing the Answering SystemNumber of Rings You can select the number of times the uni

Preparing the Answering System24Recording Mode Two recording modes are available. The factory preset is “Standard recording (16min)”, which provides m

Telephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)25Making CallsUsing the Handset To have a hands-free phone conversation 1 Press [C].•

Making Calls26To dial after confirming the entered number To adjust the receiver/speaker volume during a conversationThere are 3 volume levels for th

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)27Making CallsTelephone SystemVoice Enhancer TechnologyPanasonic’s Voice Enhancer Technology clarifie

Making Calls28Using the Base Unit • To switch to the handset while using the base unit speakerphone:— If the handset is off the base unit, press [C]

Telephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)29Answering CallsWhen a call is received, the unit rings, “Incoming call” is displaye

3For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)For Best PerformanceBattery ChargeThe handset is powered by a rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-

30Caller ID ServiceThis unit is compatible with Caller ID services offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to Caller ID, caller names and

Caller ID ServiceTelephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)31Talking Caller IDTo use this feature, you need to subscribe to Cal

32Caller ID ServiceBase unit Talking Caller ID feature This feature must be turned on or off for the base unit by using the handset. Using the Calle

Using the Caller ListTelephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)33Viewing the Caller List • If there is no name information fo

Using the Caller List34Editing the Caller’s Phone Number You can edit a phone number in the Caller List by removing its area code and/or the long dist

Using the Caller ListTelephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)35Caller ID Number Auto Edit Once you call back an edited number

Using the Caller List36Storing Caller Information in the Phone Book Caller names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List can be stored in the ph

Using the Caller ListTelephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)37Erasing Caller Information To erase a specific caller To erase

38Phone BookThe handset can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in its phone book. You can make a call by selecting a name or number from the phone

Phone BookTelephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)39Selecting characters to enter namesEnter names using the dialing buttons.

4ContentsLocation of Controls . . . . . . . 6Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Installing t

Phone Book40Dialing from the Phone Book •If “No items stored” is displayed in step 1, the phone book is empty.• To exit the phone book, press [OFF].

Phone BookTelephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)41Index table Chain Dial You can dial a combination of phone book or manua

Phone Book42Editing an Item in the Phone Book Erasing an Item in the Phone Book • To cancel erasing, press No after step 3.1 Press Phone book.2 Press

Telephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)43IntercomIntercom calls can be made between the handset and the base unit.Making Int

Intercom44Answering Intercom CallsWhen a handset is paged, it rings and the Ringer/Message Alert indicator flashes rapidly. When the base unit is bei

Telephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)45Transferring a CallYou can transfer an outside call to the base unit or the handset

Transferring a Call46Quick call transferYou can transfer a call without waiting for the paged party to answer. • The call will be transferred directly

Telephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)47Conference CallsWhile you are talking with an outside caller, the base unit user or

48Special FeaturesTemporary Tone Dialing(For Rotary or Pulse Service Users) Press [] (TONE) before entering access numbers which require tone dialin

Special FeaturesTelephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)49Using the PAUSE Key(For PBX Line/Long Distance Calls) We recommend

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)5ContentsPreparation Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone SystemAutomatic Answering Operation

Special Features50Incoming Call Tone During an intercom call (p. 43), you can be informed of incoming calls by two tones. If this feature is turned

Special FeaturesTelephone SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)51Key Tone You can select whether or not the handset keys will sound

52Automatic Answering OperationWhen the unit answers a call, a greeting message is played and the caller’s message is recorded. Setting the Unit to A

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)53Automatic Answering OperationAnswering SystemMonitoring Incoming Calls While a caller is leaving a

54Listening to MessagesUsing the Base Unit You can see the total number of recorded messages on the base unit display. If the NEW MESSAGE indicator fl

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)55Listening to MessagesAnswering SystemUsing the Handset (Remote Operation) If “New message” is displ

Listening to Messages56During playback For Caller ID service users (p. 30)During playback using the handset, the handset display will show the nam

Answering SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)57Erasing MessagesThe unit will announce the remaining recording time after playback

58Recording a Memo MessageYou can record a voice memo message of up to 3 minutes in memory. Remote Operation from a Touch Tone PhoneWhile outside, yo

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)59Remote Operation from a Touch Tone PhoneAnswering SystemRemote Code The remote code prevents unauth

6Location of ControlsBase unit [MEMO] Button (p. 58) CHARGE Indicator (p. 10)[REDIAL] Button (p. 28)VOLUME Button [<], [>] (p. 18, 20)MIC (Micr

Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone60Voice MenuThe shaded parts are voice prompts.• 3 seconds after playback, the voice menu will start again fro

Remote Operation from a Touch Tone PhoneAnswering SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)61Direct Remote OperationOnce you have entere

62Wall MountingThis unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate.1 Push the hook and turn it upward. Turn the hook until a click is heard.2 Press the tab

Useful InformationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)63Belt ClipYou can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the included belt

64Optional HeadsetConnecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversation. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86,

Useful InformationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)65Direct CommandsAfter pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items directly by

Direct Commands66During programming:When “Save” is displayed, press the right soft key to save the new settings.To exit programming, press [OFF].• If

Useful InformationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)67If the Following Appear on Your Display...The following will be displayed when th

68TroubleshootingIf the handset display shows error messages, see “If the Following Appear on Your Display...” (p. 67) for the Cause & Remedy.Tele

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)69TroubleshootingUseful InformationYou cannot redial. • If the last number dialed was more than 48 di

PreparationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)7Location of ControlsHandsetAntennaDisplayReceiverSoft Keys (p. 8)[OFF] Button (p. 12, 25)

Troubleshooting70Answering System The handset display exits the Caller List or phone book.• Do not pause for over 60 seconds while searching.The Ring

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)71TroubleshootingUseful InformationGeneral You cannot erase messages. • While another user is operati

Troubleshooting72openLCR Service for Caller IQThe CHARGE indicator does not go out after the battery has been charged.• This is normal.If you cannot s

For assistance, please call openLCR: 1-866-openLCR(1-866-673-6527)73Useful InformationopenLCR Service for Caller IQThis unit is compatible with servic

openLCR Service for Caller IQ74Downloading DataYou can download the following data to your unit from the openLCR web site.• Phone book data• Ringer me

75openLCR Service for Caller IQFor assistance, please call openLCR: 1-866-openLCR(1-866-673-6527)Useful Information• You can also go to the Caller IQ

openLCR Service for Caller IQ76To use downloaded melodies as the ringer toneThe melody(ies) you download from openLCR are stored in the base unit and

Useful InformationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)77Important Safety InstructionsWhen using this unit, basic safety precautions shoul

Important Safety Instructions78CAUTION:To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions.1. Use only the battery(ies

Useful InformationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)79FCC and Other InformationThis equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules an

Location of Controls8Handset soft keysTwo soft keys are used to select functions displayed directly above each key. Functions displayed above the keys

FCC and Other Information80Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this phone.CAUTION:Any changes or modifications not expressly appro

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)81FCC and Other InformationUseful InformationA TIA/EIA-IS-968 compliant telephone cord and modular pl

82Specificationsn Base UnitPower Supply: AC Adaptor (120 V AC, 60 Hz)Power Consumption: Standby: Approx. 2.0 WMaximum: Approx. 5.4 WFrequency: 2.4 GHz

83For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Useful InformationIndexAAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Answering calls, base uni

Index84NNavigator key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Number of rings . . . . . . . . . . .

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9For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationInstallationConnections• USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. PQLV1Z).• Th