Panasonic KX-TG6821 Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsModel No. KX-TG6821ALKX-TG6822ALKX-TG6891ALDigital Cordless Answering SystemModel shown is KX-TG6821.Before initial use, see “Ge

Setting upConnectionsn Base unitR Use only the supplied Panasonic ACadaptor PNLV226AL.*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL

Battery chargingCharge for about 7 hours.R When the batteries are fully charged,“Fully charged” is displayed.Confirm “Charging” is displayed.Note when

ControlsHandsetABCDEFGHIJKSpeakerM N (Talk)Dial keypadMZN (Speakerphone)MicrophoneReceiverDisplayMeN (Off/Power)MR/ECONR: Recall/FlashECO: Eco mode sh

Message indicatorM N (Answer on)DisplayHandset display itemsItem MeaningRange status: The more barsvisible, the closer the handsetis to the base unit.

Icon ActionPlaces a call on hold.Opens the phonebook.Allows you to edit phonenumbers. (page 31)Adds new entry. (page 23, 31)Displays the character ent

3 Enter the current hour and minute.Example: 9:3009 30R You can select 24-hour or 12-hourclock format (“AM” or “PM”) bypressing *.4 MOKN a MeNNote:R T

– When the one touch eco mode is on: “Low”is temporarily displayed and is shownon the handset display instead of .– When the one touch eco mode is of

Making calls1 Lift the handset and dial the phonenumber.R To correct a digit, press MCN.2 Press MN.3 When you finish talking, press MeN orplace the ha

Auto talkYou can answer calls simply by lifting thehandset off the base unit or charger. You donot need to press M N. To turn this featureon, see page

Note:R When this feature is turned on, isdisplayed while talking.R Depending on the condition and quality ofyour telephone line, this feature mayemph

IntroductionModel composition ...3Accessory information ...3Important InformationFo

Making calls during a powerfailuren When only 1 handset is registered:1 Lift the handset and dial the phonenumber.2 Within 1 minute, place the handset

Shared phonebookThe shared phonebook allows you to makecalls without having to dial manually. Anyhandset registered to the base unit can usethe shared

2 MbN: “Phonebook” a MOKN3 MbN: Select the desired entry.4 Press MN (right soft key) to dial thenumber.Note:R When storing a calling card access numbe

Speed dialYou can assign 1 phone number to each ofthe dial keys (1 to 6) on the handset.Adding phone numbers to speeddial keysn By entering phone numb

Programmable settingsYou can customise the unit by programming the following features using the handset.To access the features, there are 2 methods.n

Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings CodeNew Message Alert*1Outgoing Call– On/Off1: On 0: <Off> #338 39Outgoing Call– Notification to–Outgoing Call– R

Main menu: “Initial Setup”Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings CodeRinger SetupRinger Volume– Handset0-6: Off-6 <6> #160 18Ringer Volume– Base Unit*

Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings CodeSpeed Dial– – #261 23Eco Setup TransmissionPower*11: <Normal> 2: Low #725 15Display Setup LCD & KeyBackli

Main menu: “Key Finder”*7Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings CodeSearch– – #655 –Battery Check– –Main menu: “Ringer Setup”*15Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Sett

*13 The recall/flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. Contact your PBXsupplier if necessary.You can access your service provider/t

Model compositionn KX-TG6821 series n KX-TG6891R Model shown is KX-TG6822.Series Model No.Base unit HandsetPart No. Part No. QuantityKX-TG6821seriesKX

outside calls. This feature is useful for timeperiods when you do not want to be disturbed,for example, while sleeping. Night mode canbe set for each

Important:R You must store the phone number with anarea code in the call barred list.n From the caller list:1 MCN ()2 MbN: Select the entry to be barr

3 Enter the new 4-digit base unit PIN. aMOKN4 MbN: “Yes” a MOKN a MeNRegistering a unitOperating additional unitsAdditional handsetsUp to 6 handsets c

momentarily. This is normal and thehandset can be used once is displayed.Registering the DECT repeater(KX-A405AL) to the base unitNote:R Please use a

Using Caller ID serviceImportant:R This unit is Caller ID compatible. To useCaller ID features (such as displaying callerphone numbers), you must subs

Viewing the caller list and callingback1 MCN ()2 Press MCN to search from the most recentcall, or press MDN to search from theoldest call.R If is dis

Answering systemThe answering system can answer and recordcalls for you when you are unavailable toanswer the phone.You can also set the unit to play

Recording your greeting message1 MN#3022 MbN: “Yes” a MOKN3 After a beep sounds, hold the handsetabout 20 cm away and speak clearly intothe microphone

Erasing all messagesPress MN 2 times while the unit is not in use.Listening to messagesusing the handsetWhen new messages have been recorded, is displ

Advanced new messagealerting featuresAudible message alertThis feature allows the base unit to beep toinform you of a new message arrival whennew mess

*1 The telephone line cord comes connected with the telephone plug.*2 See page 4 for replacement battery information.*3 The handset cover comes attach

call. This is so that unauthorised partiescannot listen to your messages. The defaultsetting is “Inactivate”.– “Inactivate”: You can listen to themess

Remote commandsYou can press dial keys to access certainanswering system functions without waiting forthe voice guidance to prompt you.Key Operation1

Alternatively you can leave this serviceconnected and change the “Number ofRings” to a shorter duration on your unitso your unit’s answering machine c

Voice mail serviceVoice mail is an automatic answering serviceoffered by your service provider/telephonecompany. After you subscribe to this service,y

IntercomIntercom calls can be made betweenhandsets.Note:R When paging the handset, the pagedhandset beeps for 1 minute.R If you receive an outside cal

Character entryThe dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple charactersassigned to it. The characters that can be

Extended 1 character table ( )zy12 3 4 5 6 7 89R The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Extended 2 character table ( )zy12 3 4 5 6 7

Error messagesDisplay message Cause/solutionBase no power or No link. ReconnectAC adaptor.orNo link.R The handset has lost communication with the base

TroubleshootingIf you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the base unit’sAC adaptor and turn off the

Problem Cause/solutionI cannot activate the ecomode.R You cannot set eco mode when you set the repeater mode“On”. If required, set the repeater mode t

Expanding your phone systemHandset (optional): KX-TGA681AZYou can expand your phone system byregistering optional handsets (6 max.) to asingle base un

Problem Cause/solutionI cannot make a call. R You dialled a call restricted number (page 31).R The key lock feature is turned on. Turn it off (page 19

Problem Cause/solutionI cannot operate theanswering systemremotely.R The remote access code is not set. Set the remote accesscode (page 40).R You are

IndexA Additional handsets: 32Alarm: 29Answering calls: 17Answering system: 36Call screening: 36Erasing messages: 37, 38, 41Greeting message: 3

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For your future referenceWe recommend keeping a record of the following information to assist with any repair underwarranty.Serial No. Date of purch

For your safetyTo prevent severe injury and loss of life/property, read this section carefully beforeusing the product to ensure proper and safeoperat

R Use caution when installing or modifyingtelephone lines.R The AC adaptor is used as the maindisconnect device. Ensure that the ACoutlet is installed

the handset and base unit in an indoorenvironment.– away from electronic appliances such asTVs, radios, personal computers,wireless devices, or other

Maximum: Approx. 1.8 WR Operating conditions:0 °C–40 °C, 20 %–80 % relative airhumidity (dry)Note:R Design and specifications are subject tochange wit