Operating Instructions Digital Cordless Phone KX-TG1831NZ Model No. This unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller’s phone number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service. Charge the batteries for about 7 hours before initial use. Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for...
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Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing a new Panasonic digital cordless phone. For your future reference Attach or keep original receipt to assist with any repair under warranty. Serial No. (found on the bottom of the base unit) Date of purchase...
Note: L When replacing the batteries, use only 2 rechargeable AAA size nickel metal hydride (Ni- MH) batteries of capacity up to 750 mAh. We recommend using Panasonic rechargeable batteries (Model No. HHR-4EPT). L We cannot be responsible for any damage to the unit or degradation of performance which may occur from using non-Panasonic rechargeable batteries.
Important information General L Use only the AC adaptor included with this product, noted on page 4. L Do not connect the AC adaptor to any AC outlet other than a standard 220–240 V AC outlet. L This product is unable to make calls when: –...
Preparation to relocating the equipment, and reconnect the power first. L No “111” or other calls can be made from this device during a mains power failure. This equipment shall not be set to make automatic calls to the Telecom “111” Emergency Service.
Base unit A Charge contact B {x} (Page) C Ringer Displays Display icons Display Meaning icon Within range of a base unit L When flashing: Handset is searching for base unit. (out of range of base unit, handset is not registered to base unit, no power on base unit) Handset is accessing base...
Important: L Use only the included rechargeable batteries noted on page 4, 5. L When replacing batteries, we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 4, 5. L Wipe the battery ends (S, T) with a dry cloth.
Battery strength Battery icon Battery strength High Medium When flashing: Needs to be charged. Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance (included batteries) Operation Operating time In continuous use 17 hours max. In continuous 180 hours max. standby mode...
Preparation Display language {j/OK} Press {^} or {V} to select “Handset Setup”. i {>} Press {^} or {V} to select “Display Setup”. i {>} Press {^} or {V} to select “Select Language”. i {>} Press {^} or {V} to select the desired language.
Making calls Lift the handset and dial the phone number. L To correct a digit, press {C/T}, then enter the correct number. When finished talking, press {ih} or place the handset on the base unit. Speakerphone During a conversation, press {s} to turn on the speakerphone.
Making/Answering Calls Pause button (for PBX/long distance service users) A pause is sometimes required when making calls using a PBX or long distance service. Example: If you have to dial {0} before dialling outside numbers manually, you will probably need to pause after dialling {0} until you hear a dial tone.
Handset phonebook The handset phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can add 50 names and phone numbers to the handset phonebook. Adding entries to the handset phonebook {k} i {j/OK} “New Entry” i {>} Enter the party’s name (16 characters max.;...
Phonebook Chain dial This feature allows you to dial phone numbers in the handset phonebook while you are on a call. This feature can be used, for example, to dial a calling card access number or bank account PIN that you have stored in the handset phonebook, without having to dial manually.
Handset settings L When customising the handset, the current item or setting is indicated by >. To customise the handset: {j/OK} Press {^} or {V} to select “Handset Setup”. i {>} Press {^} or {V} to select the desired item in the handset settings menu. i {>} Press {^} or {V} to select the desired item in the sub-menu.
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Handset Settings *1 When the ringer is turned off, the handset will ring: – at the minimum level for intercom calls – at the maximum level for paging *2 If you select one of the melody ringtones, the ringtone will continue to sound for several seconds if the caller hangs up before you answer.
PBX. *2 If you change the PIN, please make note of your new PIN. The unit will not reveal the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. Sub-menu Feature (default setting) —...
Base Unit Settings Call options Selecting area codes to be deleted automatically In some situations, phone numbers stored automatically in the Caller ID list (page 19) will include area codes. If you do not want to dial the area codes when making calls from the Caller ID list, you can store the area codes which you want the unit to delete automatically.
Using Caller ID service Important: L This unit is Caller ID compatible. To use Caller ID features (such as displaying caller phone numbers), you must subscribe to Caller ID service. Consult your service provider/telephone company for details. For all local and national incoming calls, your display will show the area code (e.g.
Caller ID Service Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back The caller’s telephone number, which is sent to your telephone from your local telephone exchange, includes “0” and an area code prefix. For local calls, “0” and the area code prefix can be omitted.
Operating additional units Additional handsets Up to 6 handsets can be registered to the base unit. Additional handsets will give you the freedom to, for example, have an intercom call with another handset while a third handset is on an outside call. See page 4 for information on ordering additional handsets.
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. Consult your Panasonic dealer for details. Important: L Before registering the repeater to this base unit, you must turn the repeater mode on.
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Handset 2: Press {C} / {s} to answer the page. L Handset 2 can talk with handset 1. Handset 1: To complete the call transfer, press {ih}. Transferring a call without speaking to the other handset user During an outside call, press {INT}. i Press the desired handset number.
Useful Information Character entry The dial keys are used to enter characters and numbers. Each dial key has multiple characters assigned to it. The available character entry modes are Alphabet (ABC), Numeric (0-9), Greek (F), Extended 1 (G), Extended 2 (H), and Cyrillic (I). When in these entry modes except Numeric, you can select which character is entered by pressing a dial key repeatedly.
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Useful Information Extended 1 character table (N) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Extended 2 character table (O) L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase: Cyrillic character table (P)
Useful Information Error messages Error message Memory Full You must first subscribe to Caller ID. Troubleshooting If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the AC adaptor and turn off the handset, then reconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the handset. Telephone Problem w is flashing.
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Problem I cannot make or receive calls. The unit does not ring. The batteries should be charging but the battery icon does not change. A busy tone is heard when {C} is pressed. Static is heard, sound cuts in and out.
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Cancel unused handset registrations from the base unit (page 22). L You entered the wrong PIN number. If you forget your PIN, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre. L Place the handset and the base unit away from...
Specifications I Standard: GAP (Generic Access Profile) I Number of channels: 120 Duplex Channels I Frequency range: 1.88 GHz to 1.9 GHz I Duplex procedure: TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) I Channel spacing: 1,728 kHz I Bit rate: 1,152 kbit/s I Modulation: GFSK (Gaussian Frequency Shift Keying) I RF transmission power:...
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Index Index A Additional handsets: 21 Answering calls: 12 Auto talk: 12, 15 B Base unit Settings: 17 Battery Charge: 8 Installation: 8 Performance: 9 Replacement: 8 Strength: 9 C Caller ID service: 19 Call minder: 20 Call restriction: 18 Call waiting: 11 Chain dial: 14 Character entry: 24...
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