For your safety

To prevent severe injury and loss of life/ property, read this section carefully before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of your product.

WARNING

Power connection

RUse only the power source marked on the product.

RDo not overload power outlets and extension cords. This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

RCompletely insert the AC adaptor/power plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a fire.

RRegularly remove any dust, etc. from the AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from the power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an insulation defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.

RUnplug the product from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped emitting and contact an authorised service centre.

RUnplug from power outlets and never touch the inside of the product if its casing has been broken open.

RNever touch the plug with wet hands. Danger of electric shock exists.

Installation

RTo prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or any type of moisture.

RDo not place or use this product near automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.

RDo not allow the AC adaptor or telephone line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or placed under heavy objects.

Operating safeguards

RUnplug the product from power outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

RDo not disassemble the product.

RDo not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers, etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or allow it to become wet at all. This may cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug becomes wet, immediately pull it from the telephone wall jack, and do not use.

Medical

RConsult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy. (The product operates in the frequency range of

1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz, and the RF transmission power is 250 mW (max.).)

RDo not use the product in health care facilities if any regulations posted in the area instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.

CAUTION

Installation and location

RNever install telephone wiring during an electrical storm.

RNever install telephone line jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

RNever touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

RUse caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

RThe AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible.

RThis product is unable to make calls when:

???the handset batteries need recharging or have failed.

???there is a power failure.

Battery

RWe recommend using the batteries noted on page 4. USE ONLY rechargeable

Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.

RDo not mix old and new batteries.

RDo not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte from the batteries is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and may be harmful if swallowed.

RExercise care when handling the batteries. Do not allow conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the batteries, otherwise a short circuit may cause the batteries and/or the conductive material to overheat and cause burns.

RCharge the batteries provided with or identified for use with this product only, in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.

ROnly use a compatible base unit (or charger) to charge the batteries. Do not tamper with the base unit (or charger). Failure to follow these instructions may cause the batteries to swell or explode.

Important safety instructions

When using your product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

1.Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2.Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

3.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4.Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of

batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For best performance

Base unit location/avoiding noise

The base unit and other compatible Panasonic units use radio waves to communicate with each other.

RFor maximum coverage and noise-free communications, place your base unit:

???at a convenient, high, and central location with no obstructions between the handset and base unit in an indoor environment.

???away from electronic appliances such as TVs, radios, personal computers, wireless devices, or other phones.

???facing away from radio frequency transmitters, such as external antennas of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid putting the base unit on a bay window or near a window.)

RCoverage and voice quality depends on the local environmental conditions.

RIf the reception for a base unit location is not satisfactory, move the base unit to another location for better reception.

Environment

RKeep the product away from electrical noise generating devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.

RThe product should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.

RThe product should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

RDo not place heavy objects on top of the product.

RWhen you leave the product unused for a long period of time, unplug the product from the power outlet.

RThe product should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators, cookers, etc. It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 0 ??C or greater

than 40 ??C. Damp basements should also be avoided.

RThe maximum calling distance may be shortened when the product is used in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, underground, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.

ROperating the product near electrical appliances may cause interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.

Routine care

RWipe the outer surface of the product with a soft moist cloth.

RDo not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder.

Other information

CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return

RThis product can store your private/ confidential information. To protect your privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that you erase information such as phonebook or caller list entries from the memory before you dispose of, transfer, or return the product.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

1 2 3

These symbols (A, B, C) on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic

products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

These symbols (A, B, C) are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol

This symbol (B) might be used in combination with a chemical symbol (C). In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

Specifications

RStandard:

DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications),

GAP (Generic Access Profile)

Setting up

Connections

RUse only the supplied Panasonic AC adaptor PNLV226CE.

RWhen mounting the unit on a wall, see page 32.

n Base unit

Hook

To power outlet

Use only the supplied telephone line cord.

To telephone

line

DSL/ADSL filter* ???Click???

CorrectIncorrect

*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL service.

n Charger

Battery installation

RUSE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.

RDo NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries.

RConfirm correct polarities (, ).

Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY

RWhen the language selection is displayed, see page 12.

Battery charging

Charge for about 7 hours.

RWhen the batteries are fully charged,

???Fully charged??? is displayed.

Confirm ???Charging??? is displayed.

Note when setting up

Note for connections

RThe AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.)

RThe AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.

During a power failure

The unit will not work during a power failure. We recommend connecting a corded-type telephone (without AC adaptor) to the same telephone line or to the same telephone line jack, if you have such a telephone jack in your house.

Note for battery installation

RUse the supplied rechargeable batteries. For replacement, we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 4, 6.

RWipe the battery ends (, ) with a dry cloth.

RAvoid touching the battery ends (, ) or the unit contacts.

Note for battery charging

RIt is normal for the handset to feel warm during charging.

RClean the charge contacts of the handset, base unit, and charger with a soft and dry cloth once a month. Before cleaning the unit, disconnect from power outlets and any telephone line cords. Clean more often if the unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high humidity.

Battery level

Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance (supplied batteries)

Note:

RIt is normal for batteries not to reach full capacity at the initial charge. Maximum battery performance is reached after a few complete cycles of charge/discharge (use).

RActual battery performance depends on usage and ambient environment.

REven after the batteries are fully charged, the handset can be left on the base unit or charger without any ill effect on the batteries.

RThe battery level may not be displayed correctly after you replace the batteries. In this case, place the handset on the base unit or charger and let it charge for at least 7 hours.

Controls

Handset

CJ

DK

E

L

M

A

Speaker

MN (Phonebook/Clear)

MN (Speakerphone)

MN (Talk)

Dial keypad

Receiver

Display

MN (Menu/OK)

MN (Mute/Pause)

MR/ECON

R: Recall/Flash

ECO: Eco mode shortcut key MN (Off/Power) Microphone

Charge contacts Navigator key

???MDN, MCN, MFN, or MEN: Scroll through various lists and items.

??? (Volume: MDN or MCN): Adjust the receiver or speaker volume while talking.

???MFN (: Caller list): View the caller list.

???MEN (T: Redial): View the redial list.

Base unit

A B

MN (Locator)

Charge contacts

Display

Handset display items

ItemMeaning

Range status: The more bars visible, the closer the handset is to the base unit.

RWhen is flashing: Handset is searching for base unit.

(page 29)

2MbN: ???Handset Setup??? a MN

4Enter the current date, month, and year. Example: 15 July, 2012

15 07 12

5Enter the current hour and minute.

Example: 9:30

09 30

R You can select 24-hour or 12-hour clock format (???AM??? or ???PM???) by

pressing *.

6 MN a MN

Note:

RThe date and time may be incorrect after a power failure. In this case, set the date and time again.

Dialling mode

If you cannot make calls, change this setting according to your telephone line service. The default setting is ???Tone???.

???Tone???: For tone dial service.

???Pulse???: For rotary/pulse dial service.

1MN

2 MbN: ???Base Unit Setup??? a MN

3MbN: ???Dial Mode??? a MN

4MbN: Select the desired setting. a MN a MN

One touch eco mode

When the handset is on the base unit, the base unit transmission power is reduced up to 99.9 % if only one handset is registered. Even when the handset is not on the base unit or several handsets are registered, the base unit transmission power in standby mode can be reduced up to 90 % by activating one touch eco mode.

You can turn on/off one touch eco mode by just pressing MR/ECON. The default setting is

???Normal???.

???When the one touch eco mode is on: ???Low??? is temporarily displayed and ???ECO??? is shown on the handset display.

???When the one touch eco mode is off: ???Normal??? is temporarily displayed and ???ECO??? goes off from the handset display.

Note:

RWhen there is another cordless phone nearby and it is in use, the base unit transmission power may not be reduced. (KX-TG2712)

RActivating one touch eco mode reduces the range of the base unit in standby mode.

RIf you set the repeater mode to ???On??? (page 21), one touch eco mode is cancelled.

Making calls

1Lift the handset and dial the phone number.

R To correct a digit, press MN.

2MN

3When you finish talking, press MN or place the handset on the base unit or charger.

Using the speakerphone

1Dial the phone number and press MN. R Speak alternately with the other party.

2 When you finish talking, press MN.

Note:

RFor best performance, use the speakerphone in a quiet environment.

RTo switch back to the receiver, press MN/

MN.

Adjusting the receiver or speaker volume

Press MDN or MCN repeatedly while talking.

Making a call using the redial list

The last 10 phone numbers dialled are stored in the redial list (each 24 digits max.).

1MEN (T)

2 MbN: Select the desired phone number.

3MN

Erasing a number in the redial list

1MEN (T)

2MbN: Select the desired phone number. a MN 2 times

3MbN: ???Yes??? a MN a MN

Pause (for PBX/long distance service users)

A pause is sometimes required when making calls using a PBX or long distance service.

When storing a calling card access number and/or PIN in the phonebook, a pause is also needed (page 16).

Example: If you need to dial the line access number ???0??? when making outside calls with a PBX:

10 a MN

2 Dial the phone number. a MN

Note:

RA 3 second pause is inserted each time MN is pressed.

Answering calls

1Lift the handset and press MN or MN when the unit rings.

R You can also answer the call by pressing any dial key from 0 to 9,

*, or #. (Any key answer feature)

2When you finish talking, press MN or place the handset on the base unit or charger.

Auto talk

You can answer calls simply by lifting the handset off the base unit or charger. You do not need to press MN. To turn this feature on, see page 18.

Adjusting the handset ringer volume

nWhile the handset is ringing for an incoming call:

Lift the handset and press MDN or MCN repeatedly to select the desired volume.

nProgramming the volume beforehand:

1MN

6MN a MN

Temporary handset ringer off

While the handset is ringing for a call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing

MN.

Useful features during a call

Hold

This feature allows you to put an outside call on hold.

1 Press MN during an outside call.

2MbN: ???Hold??? a MN

3To release hold, press MN.

R Another handset user can take the call by pressing MN. (KX-TG2712)

Note:

RIf a call is kept on hold for more than 9 minutes, the call rings at your handset again. After 1 additional minute on hold, the call is disconnected.

RIf another phone is connected to the same line, you can also take the call by lifting its handset.

Mute

While mute is turned on, you can hear the other party, but the other party cannot hear you.

1Press MN during conversation.

2To return to the conversation, press MN again.

Recall/flash

MR/ECON allows you to use the special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services.

Note:

RTo change the recall/flash time, see page 19.

For call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID service users

To use call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID, you must first subscribe with your service provider/telephone company.

This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking on the phone. If you receive a call while on the phone, you will hear a call waiting tone.

If you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services, the 2nd caller???s information is displayed after you hear the call waiting tone on the handset.

1 Press MR/ECON to answer the 2nd call. 2 To switch between calls, press MR/ECON.

Note:

RPlease contact your service provider/ telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area.

Temporary tone dialling (for rotary/pulse service users)

You can temporarily switch the dialling mode to tone when you need to access touch-tone services (for example, answering services, telephone banking services, etc.).

Press * before entering access numbers which require tone dialling.

Call share

Available for:

KX-TG2712

You can join an existing outside call.

To join the conversation, press MN when the other handset is on an outside call.

Note:

RTo prevent other users from joining your conversations with outside callers, turn the privacy mode on (page 19).

Handset phonebook

The phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can add 50 names and phone numbers.

Adding entries

1MN a MN

2MbN: ???New Entry??? a MN

3Enter the party???s name (16 characters

max.). a MN

R You can change the character entry

mode by pressing MN (page 26).

4Enter the party???s phone number (24 digits max.). a MN

5MbN: ???Save??? a MN

R To add other entries, repeat from step 3.

6MN

Finding and calling from a phonebook entry

Scrolling through all entries

1MN

2MbN: Select the desired entry.

R You can scroll through the phonebook entry by pressing and holding MCN or

MDN.

3MN

Searching by first character

1MN

R Change the character entry mode if necessary:

MN a MbN: Select the character entry mode. a MN

2Press the dial key (0 to 9) which contains the character you are searching for (page 26).

R Press the same dial key repeatedly to display the first entry corresponding to each character located on that dial key.

RIf there is no entry corresponding to the character you selected, the next entry is displayed.

3MbN: Scroll through the phonebook if necessary.

4MN

Editing entries

1Find the desired entry (page 16). a

MN

2MbN: ???Edit??? a MN

3Edit the name if necessary (16 characters max.; page 26). a MN

4Edit the phone number if necessary (24 digits max.). a MN

5 MbN: ???Save??? a MN

6MN

Erasing entries

1Find the desired entry (page 16). a

MN

2MbN: ???Erase??? a MN

3MbN: ???Yes??? a MN a MN

Copying phonebook entries

Available for:

KX-TG2712

You can copy phonebook entries between 2 handsets.

Copying an entry

1Find the desired entry (page 16). a

MN

2MbN: ???Copy??? a MN

3Enter the handset number you wish to send the phonebook entry to.

R When an entry has been copied, ???Completed??? is displayed.

R To continue copying another entry:

MbN: ???Yes??? a MN a MbN:

Select the desired entry. a MN

4MN

Copying all entries

1MN a MN

2MbN: ???Copy All??? a MN

3Enter the handset number you wish to send the phonebook entry to.

R When all entries have been copied, ???Completed??? is displayed.

4MN

Phonebook

17

Special programming

Alarm

An alarm sounds at the set time for 3 minutes once or daily. Alarm can be set for each handset.

Important:

RSet the date and time beforehand (page 12).

1MN

2 MbN: ???Handset Setup??? a MN

3MbN: ???Alarm??? a MN

4MbN: Select the desired alarm option. a

MN

???Off???

Turns alarm off. Go to step 8.

???Once???

An alarm sounds once at the set time.

???Daily???

An alarm sounds daily at the set time. Go to step 6.

8MN a MN

R When the alarm is set, is displayed.

Note:

RTo stop the alarm, lift the handset and

press MN or place the handset on the base unit or charger.

RWhen the handset is in use, the alarm will not sound until the handset is in standby mode.

Changing the unit???s region setting/Resetting the base unit

1MN

2 MbN: ???Base Unit Setup??? a MN

3MbN: ???Country??? a MN

4MbN: Select the desired country. a

MN

???Other??? = countries except Czech and Slovakia

?????esk?? republika??? = Czech ???Slovensko??? = Slovakia

5 MbN: ???Yes??? a MN a MN

Note:

RThe following items will be deleted or reset to their default settings:

???Base unit settings (page 19)

???One touch eco mode (page 13)

???Caller list

???Voice mail messages

RThe following items will be retained:

???Date and time

???Repeater mode

RIf you select the desired country in step 4, the following default settings will be changed for the selected country???s default settings:

???Recall/flash time (page 19)

???Display language (page 18)

RAfter changing the unit???s region setting/

resetting the base unit, may flash on the handset momentarily. This is normal and

the handset can be used once stops flashing.

Increasing the range of the base unit

You can increase the signal range of the base unit by using a DECT repeater. Please use only the Panasonic DECT repeater noted on page 4. Contact your Panasonic dealer for details.

Important:

RBefore registering the repeater to this base unit, you must turn the repeater mode on.

Using Caller ID service

Important:

RThis unit is Caller ID compatible. To use Caller ID features, you must subscribe to a Caller ID service. Contact your service provider/telephone company for details.

Caller ID features

When an outside call is being received, the caller information is displayed.

Caller information for the last 50 callers is logged in the caller list from the most recent call to the oldest.

RIf the unit cannot receive caller information, the following is displayed:

??????Out of Area???: The caller dials from an area which does not provide a Caller ID service.

??????Private Caller???: The caller requests not to send caller information.

RIf the unit is connected to a PBX system, caller information may not be properly received. Contact your PBX supplier.

Missed calls

If a call is not answered, the unit treats it as a missed call and ???Missed Call??? is displayed. This lets you know if you should view the caller list to see who called while you were away.

Even if only one missed call in the caller list is viewed (page 22), ???Missed Call??? disappears from the display. When you receive another new call, ???Missed Call??? is displayed again.

Note:

REven when there are unviewed missed calls, ???Missed Call??? disappears from the standby display if the following operation is performed by one of the registered handsets:

???Being replaced on the base unit or charger.

???Pressing MN.

Phonebook name display

When caller information is received and it matches a phone number stored in the phonebook, the stored name in the phonebook is displayed and logged in the caller list.

Caller list

Important:

ROnly 1 person can access the caller list at a time.

RMake sure the unit???s date and time setting is correct (page 12).

Viewing the caller list and calling back

1MFN ()

2Press MCN to search from the most recent call, or press MDN to search from the oldest call.

3To call back, press MN. To exit, press MN.

Note:

RIf the entry has already been viewed or

answered, ?????? is displayed, even if it was viewed or answered using another handset.

Editing a caller???s phone number before calling back

1MFN ()

2MbN: Select the desired entry. a

MN

3MbN: ???Edit and Call??? a MN

4Edit the number.

R Press dial key (0 to 9) to add,

MN to delete.

5MN

Intercom

Available for:

KX-TG2712

Intercom calls can be made between handsets.

Note:

RWhen paging the handset, the paged handset beeps for 1 minute.

RIf you receive an outside call while talking on the intercom, you hear 2 tones. To

answer the call, press MN, then press

MN.

Making an intercom call

1MN

2MbN: ???Intercom??? a MN

3To page a specific handset, enter the handset number.

R To stop paging, press MN.

4When you finish talking, press MN.

Answering an intercom call

1Press MN to answer the page.

2When you finish talking, press MN.

Handset locator

You can locate a misplaced handset by paging it.

1Base unit: Press MN.

R All registered handsets beep for 1 minute.

2To stop paging:

Base unit: Press MN.

Handset: Press MN.

Transferring calls, conference calls

Available for:

KX-TG2712

Outside calls can be transferred or a conference call with an outside party can be made between 2 handsets.

1During an outside call, press MN.

2MbN: ???Intercom??? a MN

R flashes to indicate the outside call is on hold.

3Enter the desired handset number you want to transfer to.

4Wait for the paged party to answer.

R If the paged party does not answer,

press MN to return to the outside call.

5To complete the transfer:

Press MN.

RThe outside call is being routed to the destination unit.

To establish a conference call:

Press 3.

RTo leave the conference, press

MN. The other 2 parties can continue the conversation.

RTo put the outside call on hold, press

MN. a MbN: ???Hold??? a

MN

To resume the conference, press 3.

Answering a transferred call

Press MN to answer the page.

Index

AAlarm: 20

Answering calls: 14

Auto talk: 14, 18

B Base unit

Resetting: 20

Battery: 9, 10

CCall share: 15

Call waiting: 15

Call Waiting Caller ID: 15

Caller ID service: 22

Caller list: 22

Caller list edit: 22

Character entry: 26

Conference calls: 25

DDate and time: 12

Dialling mode: 13 Display

Contrast: 18

Language: 12

EEco mode: 13

Error messages: 28

F First ring: 19

H Handset Deregistration: 31 Locator: 25 Registration: 31

Hold: 15

I Intercom: 25

K Keytones: 18

MMaking calls: 14

Missed calls: 22

Mute: 15

PPause: 14

Phonebook: 16

PIN: 31

Power failure: 10

Power on/off: 12

Privacy mode: 19

RRecall/flash: 15

Redialling: 14

Region settings: 12, 20

Repeater: 20

Ringer tone: 18

SSpeakerphone: 14

TTemporary tone dialling: 15

Transferring calls: 25

Troubleshooting: 28

VVoice mail: 24 Volume

Receiver: 14

Ringer (Handset): 14, 18

Speaker: 14

WWall mounting: 32