Operating Instructions

Digital Cordless Phone

Model No. KX-TG4711C

KX-TG4712C

KX-TG4713C

Digital Cordless Answering System

Model No. KX-TG4731C

KX-TG4732C

KX-TG4733C

KX-TG4734C

KX-TG4741C

KX-TG4742C

KX-TG4743C

KX-TG235CSK

Model shown is KX-TG4731.

Before initial use, see ???Getting Started??? on page 10.

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.

Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference.

For assistance, please call 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

Table of Contents

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Introduction

Model composition

R Model shown is KX-TG4712.

n KX-TG4741 series

R Model shown is KX-TG4742.

R Model shown is KX-TG4732.

RThe suffix (C) in the following model numbers will be omitted in these instructions: KX-TG4711C/KX-TG4712C/KX-TG4713C/KX-TG4731C/KX-TG4732C/KX-TG4733C/ KX-TG4734C/KX-TG4741C/KX-TG4742C/KX-TG4743C/KX-TG235CSK

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Introduction

Feature differences

*1 Single handset models: Intercom calls can be made between handsets by purchasing and registering one or more optional handsets (page 5).

*2 Intercom calls can be made between the base unit and handset.

Accessory information

Supplied accessories

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Introduction

FG

Additional/replacement accessories

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.

*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries.

Expanding your phone system

Optional handset feature overview

Handset (optional): KX-TGA470C

You can expand your phone system by registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a single base unit.

ROptional handsets may be a different colour from that of the supplied handsets.

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Important Information

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 authorized 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

1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF transmission power is 115 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:

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Important Information

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

???there is a power failure.

Battery

RWe recommend using the batteries noted on page 5. 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.

Attention:

A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased.

Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837) for information on how to recycle this battery.

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.

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Important Information

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 heaters, kitchen stoves, etc. It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 0 ??C (32 ??F) or greater than 40 ??C (104 ??F). 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.

ENERGY STAR

As an ENERGY STAR?? Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

Compliance with TIA-1083 standard

Telephone handsets identified with this logo have reduced noise and interference when used with T-Coil equipped hearing aids and cochlear implants.

Compatible with

Hearing Aid T-Coil

T

TIA-1083

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Important Information

Specifications

RStandard:

DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications 6.0)

RFrequency range:

1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz

RRF transmission power:

115 mW (max.)

RPower source:

120 V AC, 60 Hz

RPower consumption: Base unit:*1

Standby: Approx. 0.7 W

Maximum: Approx. 3.5 W

Base unit:*2

Standby: Approx. 0.9 W

Maximum: Approx. 3.8 W

Charger:

Standby: Approx. 0.1 W

Maximum: Approx. 2.0 W

ROperating conditions:

0 ??C ??? 40 ??C (32 ??F ??? 104 ??F), 20 % ??? 80 % relative air humidity (dry)

*1 KX-TG4711 series: page 3

*2 KX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Note:

RDesign and specifications are subject to change without notice.

RThe illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product.

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Getting Started

Setting up

Connections

RUse only the supplied Panasonic AC adaptor PNLV226.

n Base unit

Hook

To power outlet

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 14.

Battery charging

Charge for about 7 hours.

RWhen the batteries are fully charged,

???Fully charged??? is displayed.

Confirm ???Charging??? is displayed.

Hooks

To power outlet

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Getting Started

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

RThe 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 using a T-adaptor.

Note for battery installation

RUse the supplied rechargeable batteries. For replacement, we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 5, 7.

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)

*1 If Eco mode is on.

Note:

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.

Intelligent eco mode

This feature automatically reduces handset power consumption by suppressing handset transmission power when the handset is close to the base unit.

RWhen this feature is activated, is displayed.

REco mode is turned off when the clarity booster is activated (page 19).

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Getting Started

Controls

Handset

A

F

G

L

M

A

B

Ringer indicator Message indicator Speaker

MjN/MkN (VOL.: Volume up/down)

MN (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)

MN (TALK) Headset jack

Dial keypad (*: TONE) Receiver

Display

MCALL WAITNMFLASHN

MOFFN

Microphone

Charge contacts

nControl type

Soft keys

The handset features 3 soft keys. By pressing a soft key, you can select the feature shown directly above it on the display.

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 CID (Call Display): View the caller list.

???MEN REDIAL: View the redial list.

Base unit

n KX-TG4711 series (page 3)

A

B

Charge contacts

MN (LOCATOR)

12

E F G H I

Charge contacts

Speaker

Message counter

MERASEN

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Getting Started

Belt clip

Display

Handset display items

Item Meaning

Within base unit range

Out of base unit range

The line is in use.

RWhen flashing:

The call is put on hold.

RWhen flashing rapidly: An incoming call is now being received.

Eco mode is on. (page 11)

Equalizer is set. (page 19)

Speakerphone is on. (page 16)

Ringer volume is off. (page 25)

Night mode is on. (page 28)

Privacy mode is on. (page 19)

Alarm is on. (page 28)

Handset number

Battery level

Blocked call (page 29)

Clarity booster is on. (page 19)

Item Meaning

In use Answering system is being used by another handset*1 or the base unit.*2

Line in Someone is using the line. use

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

*2 KX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Base unit display items

n KX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Item Meaning

???Greeting only??? is selected as the caller???s recording time. In this case, the answering system answers calls with a greeting message and caller messages are not recorded. (page 39)

Initial settings

n Direct command code:

Programmable settings can be accessed by pressing MMENUN, # and then the corresponding code on the dial keypad (page 23).

Example: Press MMENUN#101. n Symbol meaning:

Symbol Meaning

Example: Press MCN or MDN to select the

MbN: ???Off??? words in quotations.

Important:

RWhen you install the batteries for the first time, the handset may prompt you to set display language and date and time.

Perform step 2 in ???Display language???, page 15, and then press MSELECTN. Continue from step 2 in ???Date and time???, page 15.

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Getting Started

Display language

You can select either ???English??? or ???Fran??ais??? as the display language. The default setting is ???English???.

1MMENUN#110

2MbN: Select the desired setting. a

MSAVEN

3MOFFN

Date and time

1MMENUN#101

2Enter the current month, date, and year by selecting 2 digits for each. Example: July 15, 2012

07 15 12

3MOKN

4Enter the current hour and minute (12-hour clock format) by selecting 2 digits for each.

Example: 9:30

09 30

5 MAM/PMN: Select ???AM??? or ???PM???.

6 MSAVEN a MOFFN

Note:

RWhen English is selected as the display language, 12-hour clock format is used. When French is selected, 24-hour clock format is used.

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

Voice guidance language

You can select either ???English??? or ???Fran??ais??? as the voice guidance language of the Talking Call Display and answering system. The default setting is ???English???.

1MMENUN#112

2 MbN: Select the desired setting.

3MSAVEN a MOFFN

Dialing 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.

1MMENUN#120

2 MbN: Select the desired setting.

3MSAVEN a MOFFN

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Making/Answering Calls

Making calls

Using the handset

1Lift the handset and dial the phone number.

R To correct a digit, press MCLEARN.

2Press MN or MCALLN.

3When you finish talking, press MOFFN 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 MOFFN.

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 MjN or MkN repeatedly while talking.

Note:

RThere are 5 volume levels (1 to 5) for the receiver. When you change the receiver volume to level 5 (maximum level), the volume returns to level 4 (default) after you hang up.

Making a call using the redial list

The last 5 phone numbers dialed are stored in the redial list (each 48 digits max.).

1MREDIALN or MEN REDIAL

R If there is a new message in the Voice Mail or answering system, MREDIALN is not displayed.

2 MbN: Select the desired phone number.

3MN

Erasing a number in the redial list

1MREDIALN or MEN REDIAL

2MbN: Select the desired phone number. a MERASEN

3 MbN: ???Yes??? a MSELECTN

4MOFFN

Using the base unit

Available for:

KX-TG4741 series (page 3)

1MSP-PHONEN

2Dial the phone number.

3When the other party answers, speak into the microphone.

R Speak alternately with the other party.

4When you finish talking, press

MSP-PHONEN.

Note:

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

RWhile on a call, you can switch from the base unit to the handset:

???Press MN on the handset, then press MSP-PHONEN on the base unit with the privacy mode off (page 26).

???If the handset is on the base unit, simply lift it.

Adjusting the speaker volume

Press MjN or MkN repeatedly while talking.

Redialing the last number dialed

MSP-PHONEN a MREDIALN

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 22).

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Making/Answering Calls

Example: If you need to dial the line access number ???9??? when making outside calls with a PBX:

Handset

19 a MPAUSEN

2Dial the phone number. a MN

Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

1 MSP-PHONEN

29 a MPAUSEN

3Dial the phone number.

Note for handset and base unit:

RA 3.5 second pause is inserted each time MPAUSEN is pressed.

Answering calls

Using the handset

When a call is being received, the ringer indicator flashes rapidly.

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 MOFFN 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 25.

Adjusting the handset ringer volume

nWhile the handset is ringing for an incoming call:

Press MjN or MkN repeatedly to select the desired volume.

nProgramming the volume beforehand:

1 MMENUN#160

2 MbN: Select the desired volume.

3MSAVEN a MOFFN

Temporary handset ringer off

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

Adjusting the base unit ringer volume

Available for:

KX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series (page 3)

Press MjN or MkN repeatedly to select the desired volume.

RTo turn the ringer off, press and hold MkN until the unit beeps.

Using the base unit

Available for:

KX-TG4741 series (page 3)

When a call is being received, the SP-PHONE indicator flashes rapidly.

1 Press MSP-PHONEN when the unit rings.

2Speak into the microphone.

3When you finish talking, press

MSP-PHONEN.

Useful features during a call

Hold

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

Handset

1 Press MMENUN during an outside call.

2MbN: ???Hold??? a MSELECTN

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KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Making/Answering Calls

3To release hold, press MN.

R Another handset user can take the call

by pressing MN.

R The base unit user can take the call by

pressing MSP-PHONEN.*1 *1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Base unit*1

*1

1Press MHOLDN during an outside call.

2To release hold, press MSP-PHONEN. R A handset user can take the call by

pressing MN.

Note for handset and base unit:

RIf a call is kept on hold for more than 9 minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound and the ringer indicator on the handset flashes rapidly. 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.

RWhile an outside call is on hold, the SP-PHONE indicator on the base unit flashes.

Mute

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

Handset

1Press MMUTEN during conversation. R MMUTEN flashes.

2To return to the conversation, press MMUTEN again.

Note:

RMMUTEN is a soft key visible on the handset display during a call.

Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

1Press MMUTEN during conversation. R The SP-PHONE indicator flashes.

2To return to the conversation, press MMUTEN again.

Flash

Handset / Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

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

Note:

R To change the flash time, see page 26.

For Call Waiting or Visual Call Waiting service users

To use Call Waiting or Visual Call Waiting, 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 Call Display and Visual Call Waiting services, the 2nd caller???s information is displayed on the handset that is in use after you hear the Call Waiting tone.

Handset / Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

1Press MCALL WAITN to answer the 2nd call.

2To switch between calls, press MCALL

WAITN.

Note:

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

Temporary tone dialing (for rotary/pulse service users)

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

Handset / Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

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Making/Answering Calls

Press * (TONE) before entering access numbers which require tone dialing.

Handset clarity booster

This feature can improve sound clarity when the handset is used in an area where there may be interference. During an outside call, this feature is turned on automatically when necessary.

RWhen this feature is turned on, is displayed.

Handset equalizer

This feature clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to, producing a more natural-sounding voice that is easier to hear and understand.

1Press MMENUN while talking.

2 MbN: ???Equalizer??? a MSELECTN

3 MbN: Select the desired setting.

4 Press MOKN to exit.

Note:

RWhen this feature is activated, is displayed while talking.

RDepending on the condition and quality of your telephone line, this feature may emphasize existing line noise. If it becomes difficult to hear, turn this feature off.

RThis feature is not available while using the speakerphone.

Call share

You can join an existing outside call.

Important:

RWhen the privacy mode is on, you cannot join the conversation. Turn it off.

Handset

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

Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

To join the conversation, press MSP-PHONEN when the handset is on an outside call.

Note for handset and base unit:

RA maximum of 4 parties (including 1 outside party) can join a conversation using 3 extensions. (4-way conference)

Privacy mode

When the privacy mode is ???On???, the unit prevents other users from joining your conversations with outside callers. To allow other users to join your conversations (call share), leave this feature off. The default setting is ???Off???.

1MMENUN #194

2MbN: Select ???On??? or ???Off???

3MSAVEN a MOFFN

R When the privacy mode is turned on,

is displayed during an outside call.

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Shared Phonebook

Shared phonebook

The shared phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. Any handset registered to the base unit can use the shared phonebook. You can add names and phone numbers to the shared phonebook, and assign each phonebook entry to the desired group.

???KX-TG4711/KX-TG4731 series (page 3): up to 50 entries

???KX-TG4741 series (page 3): up to 70 entries

Important:

ROnly 1 person can access the shared phonebook at a time.

RCall Display subscribers can use group ringer tone features (page 31).

Adding entries

1MN a MADDN

2Enter the party???s name (16 characters max.). a MOKN

3Enter the party???s phone number (24 digits max.). a MOKN

4MbN: Select the desired group. a MSELECTN 2 times

R To add other entries, repeat from step 2.

5MOFFN

Character table for entering names

While entering characters, you can switch between uppercase and lowercase by pressing * (A???a).

Key Character

RTo enter another character that is located on the same dial key, first press MEN to move the cursor to the next space.

RIf you do not press any dial key within 5 seconds after entering a character, the character is fixed and the cursor moves to the next space.

Rin the above table represents a single space.

Erasing the character or number

Press MFN or MEN. a MCLEARN

RPress and hold MCLEARN to erase all characters or numbers.

Groups

Groups can help you find entries in the phonebook quickly and easily. When adding an entry to the phonebook, you can assign it to one of 9 groups. You can change the names of groups assigned for phonebook entries (???Friends???, ???Family???, etc.) and then search for phonebook entries by group. The group ringer tone feature is available for Call Display subscribers (page 31).

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RIf you select ???All groups???, the unit ends the group search.

3MbN: Select the desired entry.

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Shared Phonebook

Note:

RWhen storing a calling card access number and your PIN in the phonebook as one phonebook entry, press MPAUSEN to add pauses after the number and PIN as necessary (page 16).

RIf you have rotary/pulse service, you need to press * (TONE) before pressing MMENUN in step 1 to change the dialing mode temporarily to tone. When adding entries to the phonebook, we recommend adding * (TONE) to the beginning of phone numbers you wish to chain dial (page 20).

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Programming

Programmable settings

You can customize the unit by programming the following features using the handset. To access the features, there are 2 methods.

nScrolling through the display menus

1 MMENUN

2Press MCN or MDN to select the desired main menu. a MSELECTN

3Press MCN or MDN to select the desired item from the next sub-menus. a MSELECTN

4Press MCN or MDN to select the desired setting. a MSAVEN

R This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed. R To exit the operation, press MOFFN.

nUsing the direct command code

1 MMENUN a Enter the desired code.

Example: Press MMENUN#101.

2Select the desired setting. a MSAVEN

R This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed. R To exit the operation, press MOFFN.

Note:

RIn the following table, < > indicates the default settings.

RIn the following table, indicates the reference page number.

RDisplay menu order and sub-menu may vary depending on your model.

Display the menu tree and direct command code table

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Programming

24

Programming

25

Programming

*1 KX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series: page 3

*2 If you program these settings using one of the handsets, you do not need to program the same item using another handset.

*3 This menu is not displayed when scrolling through the display menus. It is only available in direct command code.

*4 This feature allows the unit to automatically adjust the date and time each time caller information including date and time is received.

To turn this feature on, select ???Caller ID auto???. To turn this feature off, select ???Manual???. (Call Display subscribers only)

To use this feature, set the date and time first (page 15).

*5 If you subscribe to a distinctive ring service, select a tone (tone 1 to 5). If you select a melody, you cannot distinguish lines by their ringers.

*6 If you select one of the melody ringer tones, the ringer tone continues to play for several seconds even if the caller has already hung up. You may either hear a dial tone or no one on the line when you answer the call.

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*7 The preset melodies in this product are used with permission of ?? 2009 Copyrights Vision Inc.

*8 Turn this feature off if you prefer not to hear key tones while you are dialing or pressing any keys, including confirmation tones and error tones.

*9 If you subscribe to a Call Display service and want to view the caller???s information after lifting up the handset to answer a call, turn off this feature.

*10 The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. Contact your PBX supplier if necessary.

*11 Generally, the line mode setting should not be changed. This setting automatically maintains receiver volume at the proper level depending on the current telephone line condition. Set the line mode to ???A??? if telephone line condition is not good.

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Programming

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 15).

1MMENUN#720

2MbN: Select the desired alarm option. a

MSELECTN

3Enter the desired month and date. a

MOKN

4Set the desired time.

5MAM/PMN: Select ???AM??? or ???PM???. a MOKN

6MbN: Select the desired alarm tone. a

MSELECTN

R We recommend selecting a different ringer tone from the one used for outside calls.

7MSELECTN a MOFFN

R When the alarm is set, is displayed.

Note:

RTo stop the alarm, press MOFFN 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.

Night mode

Night mode allows you to select a period of time during which the handset will not ring for outside calls. This feature is useful for time periods when you do not want to be disturbed,

for example, while sleeping. Night mode can be set for each handset.

Important:

RSet the date and time beforehand (page 15).

RWe recommend turning the base unit ringer off (page 17) in addition to turning the night mode on. (KX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series: page 3)

RIf you have set the alarm, the alarm sounds even if the night mode is turned on.

Turning night mode on/off

1MMENUN#238

2MbN: Select the desired setting. a

MSAVEN

R If you select ???Off???, press MOFFN to

exit.

3Enter the desired hour and minute you wish to start this feature.

4MAM/PMN: Select ???AM??? or ???PM???. a MOKN

5Enter the desired hour and minute you wish to end this feature.

6MAM/PMN: Select ???AM??? or ???PM???.

7MSAVEN a MOFFN

R When the night mode is set, is displayed.

Changing the start and end time

1MMENUN#237

2Continue from step 3, ???Turning night mode on/off???, page 28.

Changing the handset name

Each handset can be given a customized name (???Bob???, ???Kitchen???, etc.). This is useful when you make intercom calls between handsets. You can also select whether or not the handset name is displayed in standby mode. The default setting is ???No???. If you select ???Yes??? without entering any handset name,

???Handset 1??? to ???Handset 6??? is displayed.

1MMENUN#104

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2Enter the desired name (max. 10 characters; see the character table, page 20).

R If not required, go to step 3.

3MSAVEN

4MbN: Select the desired setting. a MSELECTN 2 times

5MOFFN

Call block (Call Display subscribers only)

This feature allows the unit to reject calls when:

???the unit receives a call from a phone number stored in the call block list as unwanted (???Storing unwanted callers???, page 29).

???the unit receives a call without phone number (???Blocking incoming calls without phone number???, page 29).

When a call is received, the unit rings for a short time while the caller is being identified. If the phone number matches an entry in the call block list, the unit sends out a busy tone to the caller, and then disconnects the call.

Important:

RWhen the unit receives a call from a number that is stored in the call block list or a call without a recognized phone number, the call is logged in the caller list

(page 33) with after the call is disconnected.

Storing unwanted callers

You can store up to 30 phone numbers in the call block list.

Important:

RWe recommend storing 10 digits (including an area code). If only 7 digits are stored, all numbers that have the same last 7 digits will be blocked.

nFrom the caller list:

1 MFN CID

2MbN: Select the entry to be blocked. R To edit the number, press MEDITN

repeatedly until the phone number is shown in the 10-digit format.

3MSAVEN

4 MbN: ???Call block??? a MSELECTN

5MbN: ???Yes??? a MSELECTN

6Edit the phone number if necessary (24 digits max.).

7MSAVEN a MOFFN

n By entering phone numbers:

1MMENUN#217 a MADDN

2Enter the phone number (24 digits max.).

R To erase a digit, press MCLEARN.

3MSAVEN a MOFFN

Blocking incoming calls without phone number

You can reject a call when no phone number is provided, such as a call just showing

???Unavailable???.

1MMENUN#240

2MbN: Select the desired setting. a MSAVEN a MOFFN

Viewing/editing/erasing call block numbers

1MMENUN#217

2MbN: Select the desired entry. R To exit, press MOFFN.

3To edit a number:

MEDITN a Edit the phone number. a MSAVEN a MOFFN

To erase a number:

MERASEN a MbN: ???Yes??? a MSELECTN a MOFFN

Note:

RWhen editing, press the desired dial key to add, MCLEARN to erase.

RWhen viewing, ???Block w/o num??? is displayed if the blocking incoming calls without phone number feature is turned on. To turn the feature off: MERASEN a MCN a MSAVEN a MOFFN

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Programming

Registering a unit

Operating additional units

Additional handsets

Up to 6 handsets can be registered to the base unit.

Important:

RSee page 5 for information on the available model.

Registering a handset to the base unit

The supplied handset and base unit are pre-registered. If for some reason the handset is not registered to the base unit, re-register the handset.

1Handset:

MMENUN#130

2Base unit:

Proceed with the operation for your model.

n KX-TG4711 series: page 3

Press and hold MLOCATORN for about 5 seconds. (No registration tone)

nKX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Press and hold MLOCATORN for about 5 seconds until the registration tone sounds.

RIf all registered handsets start ringing, press MLOCATORN again to stop, then repeat this step.

RThe next step must be completed within 90 seconds.

3Handset:

Press MOKN, then wait until a long beep sounds.

Note:

R While registering, ???Base in registering??? is displayed on all registered handsets.

RWhen you purchase an additional handset, refer to the additional handset???s installation manual for registration.

Deregistering a handset

A handset can cancel its own registration to the base unit, or other handsets registered to the same base unit. This allows the handset to end its wireless connection with the system.

1MMENUN#131

R All handsets registered to the base unit are displayed.

2MbN: Select the handset you want to cancel. a MSELECTN

3 MbN: ???Yes??? a MSELECTN

4MOFFN

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Call Display Service

Using Call Display service

Important:

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

Call Display features

When an outside call is being received, the callers name and phone number are 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:

??????Unavailable???: The caller dials from an area which does not provide a Call Display service.

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

??????Long distance???: The caller makes a long distance call.

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. The display shows ???Missed

call???.

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 units:

???A handset is replaced on the base unit or charger.

???Pressing MOFFN on a handset.

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.

Talking Call Display

Handset / Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series: page 3

This feature lets you know who is calling without looking at the display.

To use this feature, you must:

???subscribe to a Call Display service of your service provider/telephone company.

???turn this feature on (page 25).

When caller information is received, the handsets and base unit announce the caller???s name or phone number received from your service provider/telephone company following every ring.

RName pronunciation may vary. This feature may not pronounce all names correctly.

RCall Display service has a limit of how many characters can be displayed. If the caller???s name is too long:

???the handset may not be able to display or announce the entire name.

???the base unit may not be able to announce the entire name.

RThe announcement is heard at the same level as the ringer volume (page 17, 25).

RIf you turn on the answering system and set the number of rings ???2 rings??? (page

38), the unit does not announce the caller information. If ???Toll saver??? is selected and there is a new message, the unit does not announce the caller information.

RWhen you receive a call while on the phone, the 2nd caller???s name is not announced even if you subscribe to both Call Display and Visual Call Waiting services.

Phonebook name announcement

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

Ringer ID

This feature can help you identify who is calling by using different ringer tones for different groups of callers. When adding an entry to the phonebook, you can assign it to

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the desired group (page 20). When a call is received from a caller assigned to a group, the ringer you selected for that group rings after caller information is displayed. If you select ???Current ringer??? (default), the unit uses the ringer tone you selected on page 25 when calls from this group are received.

1MN a MMENUN

2MbN: ???Group??? a MSELECTN

3MbN: Select the desired group. a

MSELECTN

4MbN: Select the current setting of the ringer ID. a MSELECTN

5MbN: Select the desired ringer tone. a

MSAVEN

6MOFFN

For Call Waiting Deluxe service users

To use Call Waiting Deluxe, you must subscribe to Call Waiting Deluxe from your service provider/telephone company. This feature not only allows your handset to display the 2nd caller???s information, but also offers you a variety of ways to deal with the 2nd call.

Important:

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

RThis feature must be turned on before it can be used.

To turn Call Waiting Deluxe on/off

To use Call Waiting Deluxe, you must turn this feature on. The default setting is ???Off???.

1MMENUN#215

2 MbN: Select the desired setting.

3MSAVEN a MOFFN

Call Waiting Deluxe service options

When a 2nd call is received, you can choose how to handle the call by selecting an option shown on the handset display.

Note:

RYour service provider/telephone company may not offer all of the options (page 32).

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To use Call Waiting Deluxe service

1When you hear a Call Waiting tone during an outside call, press MFLASHN.

R The option menu is displayed.

2MbN: Select the desired option. a

MSELECTN

R After selecting ???Answer???, ???Hold???, or

???Conference???, you can select another option. a MFLASHN a MbN: Select the desired option. a

MSELECTN

Note:

RTo exit from the option menu, wait for 20 seconds.

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 15).

Viewing the caller list and calling back

1MFN CID

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

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

Note:

RIf the entry has already been viewed or

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

RIn step 2, if is displayed, not all of the information is shown. To see the remaining information, press MEN. To return to the previous screen, press MFN.

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

You can edit a phone number in the caller list by adding the long distance code ???1??? or removing its area code.

1MFN CID

2MbN: Select the desired entry.

3Press MEDITN repeatedly until the phone number is shown in the desired format.

A1 ??? Area code ??? Local phone number

Example: 1-555-321-5555

BLocal phone number

Example: 321-5555

CArea code ??? Local phone number

Example: 555-321-5555

4 MN

Note:

RThe number edited in step 3 will not be saved in the caller list.

Erasing selected caller information

1MFN CID

2 MbN: Select the desired entry.

3 MERASEN a MbN: ???Yes???

4MSELECTN a MOFFN

Erasing all caller information

1MFN CID

2 MERASEN a MbN: ???Yes???

3MSELECTN a MOFFN

Storing caller information to the phonebook

1MFN CID

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2MbN: Select the desired entry.

R To edit the number, press MEDITN repeatedly until the phone number is shown in the desired format.

3MSAVEN

4MbN: ???Phonebook??? a MSELECTN

5Continue from step 2, ???Editing entries???, page 21.

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Answering System

Answering system

Available for:

KX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series (page 3)

The answering system can answer and record calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone.

You can also set the unit to play a greeting message but not to record caller messages by selecting ???Greeting only??? as the recording time setting (page 39).

Important:

ROnly 1 person can access the answering system (listen to messages, record a greeting message, etc.) at a time.

RWhen callers leave messages, the unit records the day and time of each message. Make sure the date and time have been set correctly (page 15).

Memory capacity (including your greeting message)

The total recording capacity is about 16 minutes. A maximum of 64 messages can be recorded.

Note:

RWhen message memory becomes full:

??????Messages full??? is shown on the handset display.

???The ANSWER ON/OFF indicator on the base unit flashes rapidly if the answering system is turned on.

???The message counter on the base unit flashes if the answering system is turned on.

???If you use the pre-recorded greeting message, the unit automatically switches to another pre-recorded greeting message asking callers to call again later.

???If you recorded your own greeting message, the same message is still announced to callers even though their messages are not recorded.

Turning the answering system on/off

Base unit

Press MANSWER ON/OFFN to turn on/off the answering system.

Handset

1To turn on:

MMENUN#327

To turn off:

MMENUN#328

2MOFFN

Note for base unit and handset:

RWhen the answering system is turned on:

???The ANSWER ON/OFF indicator on the base unit lights up.

???The message counter on the base unit displays the total number of messages (old and new).

Call screening

While a caller is leaving a message, you can listen to the call through the unit???s speaker.

Handset

To adjust the speaker volume, press MjN or MkN repeatedly. You can answer the call by pressing MN. Call screening can be set for each handset. The default setting is ???On???.

1MMENUN#310

2MbN: Select the desired setting. a MSAVEN a MOFFN

Base unit *1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

To adjust the speaker volume, press MjN or MkN repeatedly. You can answer the call by pressing MSP-PHONEN.

To turn off while screening a call, press MkN repeatedly until the sounds goes off.

RIf you adjust the speaker volume while listening to messages or having a conversation, the speaker volume for call screening is turned on again.

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Greeting message

When the unit answers a call, a greeting message is played to callers.

You can use either:

???your own greeting message

???a pre-recorded greeting message

Recording your greeting message

1MMENUN#302

2MbN: ???Yes??? a MSELECTN

3After a beep sounds, hold the handset about 20 cm (8 inches) away and speak clearly into the microphone (2 minutes max.).

4 Press MSTOPN to stop recording.

5MOFFN

Using a pre-recorded greeting message

The unit provides 2 pre-recorded greeting messages:

???If you erase or do not record your own greeting message, the unit plays a pre-recorded greeting asking callers to leave a message.

???If the message recording time (page 39) is set to ???Greeting only???, callers??? messages are not recorded and the unit plays a different pre-recorded greeting message asking callers to call again.

Resetting to a pre-recorded greeting message

If you want to use a pre-recorded greeting message once you record your own greeting message, you need to erase your own greeting message.

1 MMENUN#304

2MYESN a MOFFN

Playing back the greeting message

1 MMENUN#303

2To exit, press MOFFN.

Listening to messages using the base unit

When new messages have been recorded, MN on the base unit flashes.

Press MN (PLAY).

RIf new messages have been recorded, the base unit plays back new messages.

RIf there are no new messages, the base unit plays back all messages.

Operating the answering system during playback

*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a message, the previous message is played.

Erasing all messages

Press MERASEN 2 times while the unit is not in use.

Listening to messages using the handset

When new messages have been recorded:

??? ???New message??? is displayed.

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???The message indicator on the handset flashes slowly if the message alert feature is turned on (page 39).

1To listen to new messages: MPLAYN*1

or

MMENUN#323

To listen to all messages:

MMENUN#324

2When finished, press MOFFN.

*1 If there are no new messages in the answering system, MPLAYN is not displayed.

Note:

R To switch to the receiver, press MN.

Operating the answering system

MMENUN a MbN: ???Answering device??? a

MSELECTN

*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a message, the previous message is played.

*2 To resume playback:

MbN: ???Playback??? a MSELECTN

*3 You can also erase as follows:

MERASEN a MbN: ???Yes??? a MSELECTN

Calling back (Call Display subscribers only)

If caller information is received for the call, you can call the caller back while listening to a message.

1 Press MPAUSEN during playback.

2MbN: ???Call back??? a MSELECTN

Editing the number before calling back

1Press MPAUSEN during playback.

2MbN: ???Edit & Call??? a MSELECTN

3Press MEDITN repeatedly until the phone number is shown in the desired format (page 33). a MN

Erasing all messages

1MMENUN#325

2MbN: ???Yes??? a MSELECTN a MOFFN

Remote operation

Using a touch-tone phone, you can call your phone number from outside and access the unit to listen to messages or change answering system settings. The unit???s voice guidance prompts you to press certain dial keys to perform different operations.

Remote access code

A 3-digit remote access code must be entered when operating the answering system remotely. This code prevents unauthorized parties from listening to your messages remotely. The default setting is ???111???.

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Important:

RTo prevent unauthorized access to this product, we recommend that you regularly change the remote code.

1MMENUN#306

2Enter the desired 3-digit remote access code.

3MSAVEN a MOFFN

Deactivating remote operation

Press * in step 2 on ???Remote access code???, page 37.

R The entered remote access code is deleted.

Using the answering system remotely

1Dial your phone number from a touch-tone phone.

2After the greeting message starts, enter your remote access code.

3Follow the voice guidance prompts as necessary or control the unit using remote commands (page 38).

4When finished, hang up.

Voice guidance

During remote operation, the unit???s voice guidance starts and prompts you to press 1 to perform a specific operation, or press 2 to listen to more available operations.

Note:

RIf you do not press any dial keys within 10 seconds after a voice guidance prompt, the unit disconnects your call.

Remote commands

You can press dial keys to access certain answering system functions without waiting for the voice guidance to prompt you.

Key Operation

1Repeat message (during playback)*1

*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a message, the previous message is played.

Turning on the answering system remotely

If the answering system is off, you can turn it on remotely.

1Dial your phone number from a touch-tone phone.

2Let the phone ring 15 times. R A long beep is heard.

3Enter your remote access code within 10 seconds after the long beep.

R The greeting message is played back. R You can either hang up, or enter your remote access code again and begin

remote operation (page 37).

Answering system settings

Number of rings before the unit answers a call

You can change the number of times the phone rings ???Ring count??? before the unit answers calls. You can select 2 to 7 rings, or

???Toll saver???.

The default setting is ???4 rings???.

???Toll saver???: The unit???s answering system answers at the end of the 2nd ring when new messages have been recorded, or at the end

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of the 5th ring when there are no new messages. If you call your phone from outside to listen to new messages (page 37), you know that there are no new messages when the phone rings for the 3rd time. You can then hang up without being charged for the call.

1MMENUN#211

2MbN: Select the desired setting. a MSAVEN a MOFFN

For Voice Mail service subscribers

If you subscribe to a flat-rate service package that includes Call Display, Call Waiting, Voice Mail, and unlimited local/regional/long distance calls, please note the following:

RTo use the Voice Mail service provided by your service provider/telephone company rather than the unit???s answering system, turn off the answering system (page 35).

RTo use this unit???s answering system rather than the Voice Mail service provided by your service provider/telephone company, please contact your service provider/ telephone company to deactivate your Voice Mail service.

If your service provider/telephone company cannot do this:

???Set this unit???s ???Ring count??? setting so that this unit???s answering system answers calls before the Voice Mail service of your service provider/ telephone company does. It is necessary to check the number of rings required to activate the Voice Mail service provided by your service provider/telephone company before changing this setting.

???Change the number of rings of the Voice Mail service so that the answering system can answer the call first. To do so, contact your service provider/ telephone company.

Caller???s recording time

You can change the maximum message recording time allowed for each caller. The default setting is ???3 min???.

1MMENUN#305

2MbN: Select the desired setting. a MSAVEN a MOFFN

Selecting ???Greeting only???

You can select ???Greeting only??? which sets the unit to announce a greeting message to callers but not record messages.

Select ???Greeting only??? in step 2 on ???Caller???s recording time???, page 39.

Note:

RWhen you select ???Greeting only???:

???If you do not record your own message, the unit will play the pre-recorded greeting-only message asking callers to call again later.

???If you use your own message, record the greeting-only message asking callers to call again later (page 36).

Message alert

You can select whether or not the message indicator on the handset flashes slowly when new messages are recorded. The default setting is ???On???.

Important:

RIf you stored the Voice Mail access number (page 40), the message indicator also flashes for newly recorded Voice Mail messages (page 41).

1MMENUN#340

2MbN: Select the desired setting. a MSAVEN a MOFFN

Note:

RWhile message alert is on, battery operating time is shortened (page 11).

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Voice Mail Service

Voice Mail service

Voice Mail is an automatic answering service offered by your service provider/telephone company. After you subscribe to this service, your service provider/telephone company???s Voice Mail system answers calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone or when your line is busy. Messages are recorded by your service provider/telephone company, not your telephone. Please contact your service provider/telephone company for details of this service.

Important:

RTo use the Voice Mail service provided by your service provider/telephone company rather than the unit???s answering system, turn off the answering system (page 35). For details, see page 39. (KX-TG4731/KX-TG4741 series: page 3)

RYou need to store the Voice Mail access number to activate the message alert feature (page 39) for Voice Mail service.

Storing the Voice Mail (VM)

access number

In order to listen to your Voice Mail messages, you must dial your service provider/telephone company???s Voice Mail access number. Once you have stored your Voice Mail access number, you can dial it automatically

(page 41).

1MMENUN#331

2Enter your access number (24 digits max.). a MSAVEN a MOFFN

Note:

RWhen storing your Voice Mail access number and your mailbox password, press MPAUSEN to add pauses (page 16) between the access number and the password as necessary. Contact your service provider/telephone company for the required pause time.

Example:

1-222-333-4444 PPPP 8888

To erase the Voice Mail access number

1MMENUN#331

2Press and hold MCLEARN until all digits are erased. a MSAVEN a MOFFN

Voice Mail (VM) tone detection

Handset / Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Your service provider/telephone company sends special signals (sometimes called ???Voice Mail tones??? or ???stutter tones???) to the unit to let you know you have new Voice Mail messages. If you hear a series of dial tones followed by a continuous dial tone after you press MN on the handset or press MSP-PHONEN on the base unit, you have new Voice Mail messages. Soon after you hang up a call or after the phone stops ringing, your unit checks the phone line to see if new Voice Mail messages have been recorded.

Turn this feature off when:

???You do not subscribe to Voice Mail service.

???Your service provider/telephone company does not send Voice Mail tones.

???Your phone is connected to a PBX.

If you are not sure which setting is required, contact your service provider/telephone company.

Turning VM tone detection on/off

The default setting is ???On???.

1MMENUN#332

2MbN: Select the desired setting. a MSAVEN a MOFFN

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Listening to Voice Mail messages

The unit lets you know that you have new

Voice Mail messages in the following ways:

??????New Voice Mail??? is displayed on the handset if message indication service is available.

???The message indicator on the handset flashes slowly if the message alert feature is turned on (???Message alert???, page 39).

Handset

1MVMN or

MMENUN#330

R The speakerphone turns on.

R If there are no new messages in the Voice Mail, MVMN is not displayed.

2 Follow the pre-recorded instructions.

3When finished, press MOFFN.

Note:

RIf the handset still indicate there are new messages even after you have listened to all new messages, turn it off by pressing and holding # until the handset beeps.

Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

To listen to Voice Mail messages, you have to dial your Voice Mail access number manually.

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Intercom/Locator

Intercom

Intercom calls can be made:

???between handsets

???between a handset and the base unit*1 *1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Note:

RWhen paging unit(s), the paged unit(s) beeps for 1 minute.

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

???To answer the call with the handset, press MOFFN, then press MN.

???To answer the call with the base unit,

press MSP-PHONEN 2 times.*1 *1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Making an intercom call

Handset

1MMENUN a MINTN

2MbN: Select the desired unit. a MSELECTN R To stop paging, press MOFFN.

3When you finish talking, press MOFFN.

Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

1Press MINTERCOMN.

When 2 or more handsets are registered:

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

???To page all handsets, press 0 or wait

for a few seconds.

R To stop paging, press MINTERCOMN.

2When you finish talking, press

MINTERCOMN.

Answering an intercom call

Handset

1Press MN to answer the page.

2When you finish talking, press MOFFN.

Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

1Press MINTERCOMN to answer the page.

2When you finish talking, press

MINTERCOMN.

Handset locator

You can locate a misplaced handset by paging it.

1Base unit: Press MLOCATORN.

R All registered handsets beep for 1 minute.

2To stop paging:

Base unit:

Press MLOCATORN.

Handset:

n KX-TG4711/KX-TG4731 series: page 3

Press MOFFN.

n KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Press MN, then press MOFFN.

Transferring calls, conference calls

Outside calls can be transferred or a conference call with an outside party can be made:

???between 2 handsets

???between a handset and the base unit*1 *1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Handset

1During an outside call, press MINTN to put the call on hold.

2MbN: Select the desired unit. a MSELECTN

3Wait for the paged party to answer.

R If the paged party does not answer,

press MN to return to the outside call.

4To complete the transfer:

Press MOFFN.

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Intercom/Locator

RThe outside call is being routed to the destination unit.

To establish a conference call:

MMENUN a MbN: ???Conference??? a

MSELECTN

RTo leave the conference, press MOFFN. The other 2 parties can continue the conversation.

RTo put the outside call on hold:

MMENUN a MbN: ???Hold??? a

MSELECTN

To resume the conference: MMENUN

a MbN: ???Conference??? a MSELECTN

Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

1During an outside call, press

MINTERCOMN.

When 2 or more handsets are registered:

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

???To page all handsets, press 0 or wait for a few seconds.

2Wait for the paged party to answer.

R If paged party does not answer, press MINTERCOMN to return to the outside call.

3To complete the transfer: Press MSP-PHONEN.

R The outside call is being routed to the handset.

To establish a conference call:

Press MCONFN.

R To leave the conference, press MSP-PHONEN. The other 2 parties can continue the conversation.

R To put the outside call on hold, press MHOLDN. To resume the conference, press MCONFN.

Answering a transferred call

Handset

Press MN to answer the page.

Base unit*1

*1 KX-TG4741 series: page 3

Press MSP-PHONEN to answer the page.

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Wall mounting

Note:

RMake sure that the wall and the fixing method are strong enough to support the weight of the unit.

Base unit

1Thread the AC adaptor cord and telephone line cord through the hole in the wall mounting adaptor in the direction of the arrow.

2Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor (A). Connect the AC adaptor cord and telephone line cord (B).

B

A

Hook

3 Insert the hooks on the wall mounting adaptor into holes and on the base unit.

1 2

2

1

4Adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit, then push it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.

AC adaptor cord

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5Mount the unit on a wall then slide down to secure in place.

AC adaptor cord

1

83 mm

(3 1/4 inches) or

102 mm (4 inches)

To remove the wall mounting adaptor

While pushing down the release levers (A), remove the adaptor (B).

A A

B

Charger

Drive the screws (not supplied) into the wall.

25.4 mm (1 inch)

Screws

Hooks

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Error messages

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Troubleshooting

If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the base unit???s AC adaptor, then reconnect the base unit???s AC adaptor. Remove the batteries from the handset, and then insert the batteries into the handset again.

General use

Programmable settings

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Battery recharge

???the operating time seems to be shorter.

Making/answering calls, intercom

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Answering system

Liquid damage

Caution:

R To avoid permanent damage, do not use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process.

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Industry Canada Notices and other information

NOTICE:

This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, ???IC:???, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.

Users should ensure, for their own protection, that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

NOTICE:

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this unit:

(found on the bottom of the unit).

NOTICE:

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this telephone.

Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed

near, or on top of, a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, move the cordless telephone further away from the TV or VCR. This will often reduce, or eliminate, interference.

RF Exposure Warning:

L This product complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

L To comply with IC RF exposure requirements, the base unit must be installed and operated 20 cm (8 inches) or more between product and all person???s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet).

L This product may not be collocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

L The handset may be carried and operated with only the specific provided belt clip. Other non-tested belt clips or similar body-worn accessories may not comply and must be avoided.

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Warranty

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY

EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either

(a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.

This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold ???as is???, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.

IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT

OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF

PURCHASE IS REQUIRED

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, improper batteries, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

Rechargeable batteries are warranted for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,

INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.)

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For product information and operation assistance, please contact:

Our Customer Care Centre: Telephone #: 1-800-561-5505

For defective product exchange within the warranty period, please contact the original dealer or our Customer Care Centre.

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Index

Index

# 4-way conference: 19

AAdditional handset: 30

Alarm: 28

Answering calls: 17 Answering system

Call screening: 35

Erasing messages: 36, 37, 38

Greeting message: 36

Greeting only: 39

Listening to messages: 36, 38

Number of rings: 38

Recording time: 39

Remote access code: 37

Remote operation: 37

Ring count: 38

Toll saver: 38

Turning on/off: 35, 37, 38 Auto talk: 17, 25

BBattery: 10, 11

Belt clip: 14

Booster (Clarity booster): 19

CC.WTG (Call Waiting Deluxe): 32

Call block: 29

Call Display service: 31

Call share: 19

Call Waiting: 18

Caller list: 33

Caller list edit: 33

Chain dial: 21

CID (Call Display): 33

Conference calls: 42

Control type: 12

Customer support: 26

DDate and time: 15

Dialing mode: 15

Direct command code: 23 Display

Contrast: 25

Language: 15

EEco mode: 11

Equalizer: 19

Error messages: 46

F Flash: 18, 26

G Groups: 20, 31

H Handset

Deregistration: 30

Locator: 42

Name: 28

Registration: 30

Hold: 17

I Intercom: 42

K Key tone: 25

L Line mode: 26

MMaking calls: 16

Missed calls: 31

Mute: 18

N Night mode: 28

PPause: 16

Phonebook: 20

Power failure: 11

Privacy mode: 19, 26

RRedialing: 16

Ringer ID: 31

Ringer tone: 25, 31

Rotary/pulse service: 18

S SP-PHONE (Speakerphone): 16

TTalking Call Display: 31

Temporary tone dialing: 18

Time adjustment: 24

Transferring calls: 42

Troubleshooting: 47

VVisual Call Waiting: 18

VM (Voice Mail): 40

Voice guidance language: 15

Voice Mail: 39, 40 Volume

Receiver: 16

Ringer (Base unit): 17

Ringer (Handset): 17, 25

Speaker: 16

WWall mounting: 44

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Notes

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Notes

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For your future reference

We recommend keeping a record of the following information to assist with any repair under warranty.

Attach your purchase receipt here.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

?? Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. 2011

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