Panasonic KXTG8163E Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsModel No. KX-TG8161E KX-TG8162EKX-TG8163EDigital Cordless Answering SystemDigital Cordless PhoneModel No. KX-TG8151EModel shown

Note for the battery symbolThis symbol (B) might be used incombination with a chemical symbol (C). Inthis case it complies with the requirement setby

Setting upConnectionsR Use only the supplied Panasonic ACadaptor PNLV226E.R When mounting the unit on a wall, seepage 52.n Base unit*DSL/ADSL filter (

Note when setting upNote for connectionsR The AC adaptor must remain connected atall times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feelwarm during use.)R Th

ControlsHandsetB CABDHIJLMEFGKAMSmart functionN (Top Key)Smart function indicatorSecure gripR Secure grip offers support when youcradle the handset be

M N (Locator)n KX-TG8161 series: page 3A B EC DHIGFCharge contactsSpeakerMnN (Stop)M N (Erase)Message counterMjN/MkN (Volume up/down)M N/M N (Repeat/S

Item MeaningIN USEAnswering system is beingused by another handset orthe base unit.*2*1 Caller ID subscribers only*2 KX-TG8161 series: page 3*3 Voice

Icon FeatureInitial SetupTop Key SetupMemo Alarm*2Caller Barred*1 KX-TG8161 series: page 3*2 KX-TG8151 series: page 3Screen saver modeThe backlight go

n When the smart function indicatorflashes rapidly, you can:– Answer the call (outside call, intercom).(page 19, 44)– Stop the alarm sound. (page 31)–

R If you set the repeater mode to “On” (page 34):– One touch eco mode is cancelled.– “Eco Setup” is not shown in thedisplay menu (page 28).Display mod

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

IntroductionModel composition ...3Accessory information ...4General information ...

n Programming the volume beforehand:1 (middle soft key) #1602 MbN: Select the desired volume.3 a M NTemporary handset ringer offWhile the handset is r

emphasise existing line noise. If it becomesdifficult to hear, turn this feature off.R This feature is not available while using thespeakerphone.Call

Handset phonebookThe phonebook allows you to make callswithout having to dial manually. You can add200 names and phone numbers, assign eachphonebook e

Editing entries1 Find the desired entry (page 22). a2 MbN: “Edit” a 3 Edit the name if necessary (16 charactersmax.; page 45). a 4 Edit the phone numb

Copying an entry1 Find the desired entry (page 22). a2 MbN: “Copy” a 3 MbN: Select the handset you want to sendthe phonebook entry to. a R When an ent

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 CodeGreetingStart REC*2(Record greeting)– #302 39Play Greeting– #303 39Default*2(Reset to pre-recordedgreeting)– #304 3

Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings CodeRingtone*6, *7(Handset)– <Ringtone 1> #161 –Night Mode On/Off1: On 0: <Off> #238 31Start/End<23:00/0

Main menu: “Initial Setup”Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings CodeRinger Setup Ringer Volume– Handset0–6: Off–6 <6> #160 20Ringer Volume– Base Unit*

Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Settings CodeDisplay SetupWallpaper*4<Wallpaper1> #181 –Display Colour 1: <Colour1>2: Colour2#182 –Display Mode1: &l

Model compositionSeries Model No.Base unit HandsetPart No. Part No. QuantityKX-TG8151seriesKX-TG8151 KX-TG8151 KX-TGA816 1KX-TG8161seriesKX-TG8161 KX-

Main menu: “Memo Alarm”*14Operation CodeCustomising the alarm function. #720 31Main menu: “Caller Barred”*2Operation CodeStoring/Viewing bar call nu

Special programmingAlarmAn alarm sounds at the set time for 1 minuteand is repeated 5 times at 5 minute intervals(snooze function). A text memo can al

2 MbN: Select the desired setting. a R If you select “Off”, press M N toexit.3 Enter the desired hour and minute youwish to start this feature. a R Yo

n From the caller list:1 MFN ()2 MbN: Select the entry to be barred. a a 3 MbN: “Caller Barred” a 4 MbN: “Yes” a a M Nn By entering phone numbers:1

used, certain operations (handset settings,base unit settings, etc.) may not beavailable.Registering a handset to thebase unitThe supplied handset and

1 Base unit:Proceed with the operation for yourmodel.n KX-TG8151 series: page 3Press and hold MN for about 5seconds. (No registration tone)n KX-TG8161

Using Caller ID serviceImportant:R This unit is Caller ID compatible. To useCaller ID features, you must subscribe to aCaller ID service. Contact your

3 To call back, press M N.To exit, press MN.Note:R If the entry has already been viewed oranswered, “” is displayed, even if it wasviewed or answered

Answering systemAvailable for:KX-TG8161 series (page 3)The answering system can answer and recordcalls for you when you are unavailable toanswer the p

– a pre-recorded greeting messageRecording your greeting message1 (middle soft key) #3022 MbN: “Yes” a 3 After a beep sounds, hold the handsetabout 20

Accessory informationSupplied accessoriesNo. Accessory item/Part numberQuantityKX-TG8151KX-TG8161 KX-TG8162 KX-TG8163A AC adaptor/PNLV226EZ 1 2 3B Tel

Using the smart function keyWhen is displayed and the smart functionindicator flashes slowly, there are newmessages.Press MSmart functionN in step 1

Erasing all messages1 (middle soft key) #3252 MbN: “Yes” a a M NRemote operationUsing a touch-tone phone, you can call yourphone number from outside

Turning on the answering systemremotelyIf the answering system is off, you can turn iton remotely.1 Dial your phone number from atouch-tone phone.2 Le

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 powerorNo link to base.Reconnect main baseAC adaptor.R The handset has lost communication with the

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

Programmable settingsProblem Cause/solutionThe display is in alanguage I cannot read.R Change the display language (page 16).I cannot activate the eco

Expanding your phone systemHandset (optional): KX-TGA815EYou can expand your phone system byregistering optional handsets (6 max.) to asingle base uni

Problem Cause/solutionSound quality seems tobe getting worse.R You have registered a handset that is not recommended(page 5). The clearest sound quali

Problem Cause/solutionI cannot operate theanswering systemremotely.R The remote access code is not set. Set the remote access code(page 41).R You are

Belt clipn To attach n To removeWall mountingNote:R Make sure that the wall and the fixing method are strong enough to support the weight of theunit.R

Conditions of guaranteeReceipt No. Date of purchaseModel No. Serial No.This guarantee is in addition to and does not in any way affect any statutory

IndexA Additional handsets: 33Alarm: 31Answering calls: 19Answering system: 38Call screening: 38Erasing messages: 39, 40, 41Greeting message: 3

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1 Reconnect AC adaptor to the base unit.2 Check if telephone line cord is connected.3 Use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. (Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd

General informationR This equipment is designed for use on the U.K. and Ireland analogue telephone network.R In the event of problems, you should cont

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

R The AC adaptor is used as the maindisconnect device. Ensure that the ACoutlet is installed near the product and iseasily accessible.R This product i

R When you leave the product unused for along period of time, unplug the product fromthe power outlet.R The product should be kept away from heatsourc