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I cannot operate the answering 
system.

L

Another handset or the base unit user is using the 
answering system, SMS features, accessing the 
caller list or changing base unit settings. Wait for the 
other user to finish.

L

A caller is leaving a message. Wait for the caller to 
finish.

L

The handset is too far from the base unit. Move 
closer.

I cannot operate the answering 
system remotely.

L

You are entering the wrong remote access code. 
Confirm that the correct remote code is entered. If 
you forget the remote access code, store a new 
remote access code again (page 50).

L

You are pressing the dial keys too quickly. Press 
each key firmly.

L

The answering system is turned off. Turn it on (page 
51).

L

You are using a pulse telephone. Try again using a 
touch tone phone.

While recording a greeting 
message or listening to messages, 
the unit rings and recording stops.

L

A call is being received. Answer the call and try 
again later.

Problem

Cause & solution

TCD230-240FX(e).book  Page 66  Wednesday, June 8, 2005  7:15 PM

Summary of Contents for KX-TCD230FX

Page 1: ...der Charge the batteries for about 7 hours before initial use Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference Operating Instructions Model No KX TCD230FX Digital Cordless Phone Model No KX TCD240FX Digital Cordless Answering System TCD230 240FX e book Page 1 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

Page 2: ...ts and other relevant provisions of Radio Telecommunications Terminal Equipment R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Declarations of Conformity for the relevant Panasonic products described in this manual are available for download by visiting http www doc panasonic de Contact Panasonic Services Europe a Division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15 22525 Hamburg German...

Page 3: ...dible call announcement for a shared phonebook entry page 22 the audible call recording will be announced when you receive a call from that person Audible call is available only after subscribing to Caller ID service page 37 Night mode Night mode allows you to select a block of time during which the handset base unit will not ring useful if you do not want to be disturbed for example while sleepin...

Page 4: ...t you can choose from 5 ringtones and 10 melody tones for outside calls and intercom calls page 27 For base unit you can choose from 6 ringtones for outside calls page 19 Display language 16 display languages are available page 29 You can select Č Š Š Š â ã or TCD230 240FX e book Page 4 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

Page 5: ...all options 34 Other options 35 Caller ID Service Using Caller ID service 37 Caller list 38 Voice mail service 38 SMS Short Message Service Using SMS Short Message Service 40 Turning SMS on off 40 Storing SMS message centre numbers 40 Sending a message 41 Receiving a message 42 Guide to SMS settings 43 Available character entries for SMS 44 Answering System Features KX TCD240 only Answering system...

Page 6: ...lephone line cord Rechargeable batteries AAA R03 size HHR 4EPT Handset cover Operating instructions Quick guide Model No Description P03P 2 rechargeable nickel metal hydride Ni MH batteries KX TCA121FX Additional Digital Cordless Handset KX A272 DECT repeater TCD230 240FX e book Page 6 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

Page 7: ...ccessible Warning L To prevent the risk of electrical shock do not expose this product to rain or any other type of moisture L Unplug this unit from power outlets if it emits smoke an abnormal smell or makes unusual noise These conditions can cause fire or electric shock Confirm that smoke has stopped and contact an authorised service centre Location L For maximum distance and noise free operation...

Page 8: ...aluable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with national legislation For business users in the European U...

Page 9: ...nswering system operations O INT Intercom P Microphone Note L Up to 3 menu items can be displayed at a time To select a menu item not shown on the current page scroll up or down by pressing the navigator key e or v respectively Base unit KX TCD230 A Speaker B Charge contact C Navigator key L To adjust the ringer and speaker volumes L To select the desired ringtone D In use indicator L Lights when ...

Page 10: ...ear on the handset display to indicate the current status of the unit B C D A J E F G K L O M N I H Display icon Meaning w 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 L Handset is accessing base unit intercom paging changing base unit settings etc k Handset is on an outside cal...

Page 11: ...AC adaptor must remain connected at all times It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use L The 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 KX TCD230 users The base unit or another handset is on a call KX TCD240 users The base unit is on a call Another handset is on a call or ...

Page 12: ...e L It is normal for the handset to feel warm during charging L It takes 7 hours to fully charge the batteries however you can use the handset before the batteries are fully charged L Clean the charge contacts page 8 of the handset and base unit with a soft dry cloth once a month otherwise the batteries may not charge properly Clean more often if the unit is exposed to grease dust or high humidity...

Page 13: ...page 6 If you install non rechargeable batteries and start charging the batteries may leak electrolyte L Do not mix old and new batteries 1 Press the notch on the handset cover firmly and slide it in the direction of the arrow 2 Remove the old batteries positive S terminal first and install the new ones See page 12 for battery installation Turning the power on off Power on Press ih for about 1 sec...

Page 14: ...n press 5 Enter the current day month and year by selecting 2 digits for each Example 17 May 2005 Press 1 7 0 5 0 5 6 Enter the current hour and minute by selecting 2 digits for each L You can select AM PM or 24 hour time entry by pressing repeatedly Example 3 30 PM Press 0 3 3 0 then press repeatedly until 03 30 PM is displayed 7 Press j OK 8 Press ih Note L To correct a digit press or to move th...

Page 15: ...nit will redial automatically if the other party s line is engaged Note L You can also press C or s before pressing R To make a call using the redial list The last 10 phone numbers dialled are stored in the redial list 1 Press R L The last number dialled will be displayed 2 Press e or v repeatedly to select the desired number L To exit the list press ih 3 Press C or s L If s is pressed the unit wi...

Page 16: ...ess 8 Press ih Other features Voice enhancer You can change the tone quality of the receiver while you are on a call 3 settings are available 1 Press j OK during a call L ForKX TCD240 users select Voice Enhancer then press 2 Select the desired setting then press Note L If you select High Tone or Low Tone VE is displayed Mute You can mute your voice during a conversation While mute is turned on you...

Page 17: ...vices e g telephone banking services 1 Make a call 2 Press when prompted to enter your code or PIN then press the appropriate dial keys Note L The dialling mode will return to pulse when you hang up Recording a telephone conversation using the handset KX TCD240 only You can record your conversation while on an outside call Important L Before recording a conversation you should inform the other par...

Page 18: ...PBX private branch exchange pressing R can allow you to access certain features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call Consult your PBX dealer for details L You can change the recall time page 34 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...

Page 19: ...igh medium low off are available To turn the ringer volume off press and hold until the base unit beeps To turn the ringer volume on again press Note L When the ringer volume is turned off U is displayed on the base unit KX TCD240 only L When the ringer volume is turned off the base unit will not ring for outside calls and it will ring at the low level for intercom calls L When the message alert f...

Page 20: ...d hold C T to erase all numbers or characters Categories Categories can help you find entries in the handset phonebook quickly and easily When adding an entry to the handset phonebook you can assign it to the desired category You can change the names of categories assigned for handset phonebook entries Friends Family etc and then search for handset phonebook entries by category Additional category...

Page 21: ... edited after you have saved them You can change the name phone number and category Changing a name phone number category 1 Find the desired entry page 20 then press j OK 2 Select Edit then press 3 Edit the name if necessary 16 characters max see page 59 for character entry then press j OK 4 Edit the phone number if necessary 24 digits max then press j OK 5 Select the desired category then press 6...

Page 22: ...o dial manually 1 While on a call press k 2 Press e or v repeatedly to select the desired entry L To search by first character index search see page 20 To search by category see page 21 3 Press to dial the number Shared phonebook KX TCD240 only The shared phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually Any handset registered to the same base unit can use the shared phonebook You...

Page 23: ...ess e or v repeatedly to display the desired entry Searching by first character index search 1 Press k 2 times 2 Press R 3 Select the character entry mode that contains the character you are searching for and press 4 Press the dial key 0 to 9 which contains the character you are searching for page 59 L Press the same dial key repeatedly to display the first entry corresponding to each letter locat...

Page 24: ...other handset Handset phonebook entries page 20 can be copied from the handset to the phonebook of a compatible Panasonic handset Copying one entry 1 Find the desired handset phonebook entry page 20 then press j OK 2 Select Copy then press 3 Enter the handset number you wish to send the handset phonebook entry to 4 To continue copying another entry select Yes then press Find the desired handset ph...

Page 25: ...the desired handset phonebook entry page 20 then press j OK 2 Select Copy then press 3 Press 0 4 To continue copying another entry select Yes then press Find the desired entry then press L To finish copying select No then press 5 Press ih TCD230 240FX e book Page 25 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

Page 26: ...e Time Settings Set Date Time page 14 Alarm Off page 27 Ringer Setup Ringer Volume Maximum page 27 Ext Ringtone Ringtone 1 page 27 Int Ringtone Ringtone 1 page 27 Night Mode Start End 23 00 06 00 page 28 On Off Off page 28 Ring Delay 60 sec page 28 Select Category page 29 Display Setup Standby Display Off page 29 Select Language English page 29 Contrast Level 3 page 30 Call Options Call Bar Off pa...

Page 27: ...m mode the alarm will not sound until the call has ended L The alarm will sound at the set time even when the ringer volume is turned off L If you select Once the setting will change to Off after the alarm sounds Ringer setup Ringer volume 1 Press j OK 2 Select Handset Setup then press 3 Select Ringer Setup then press 4 Select Ringer Volume then press 5 Press e or v repeatedly to select the desire...

Page 28: ... Setup then press 4 Select Night Mode then press 5 Select Start End then press 6 Enter the desired hour and minute you wish to start this feature by selecting 2 digits for each L If you use 12 hour time entry select AM or PM by pressing repeatedly before entering the time 7 Enter the desired hour and minute you wish to end this feature by selecting 2 digits for each L If you use 12 hour time entry...

Page 29: ...ber The current base unit number is displayed Handset Number The current handset number is displayed Off Only the current date and time are displayed 1 Press j OK 2 Select Handset Setup then press 3 Select Display Setup then press 4 Select Standby Display then press 5 Select the desired setting then press 6 Press ih Note L If Base Number is selected and the current base unit number is 2 2 is displ...

Page 30: ...bar is turned on o is displayed Turning auto talk on off When this feature is turned on you can answer calls simply by lifting the handset off the base unit You do not need to press C 1 Press j OK 2 Select Handset Setup then press 3 Select Call Options then press 4 Select Auto Talk then press 5 Select On or Off then press 6 Press ih Other options Changing the handset PIN Personal Identification Nu...

Page 31: ...s ih Note L If keytones are turned off error tones will not sound when you enter the wrong PIN or when memory is full Resetting the handset to its default settings 1 Press j OK 2 Select Handset Setup then press 3 Select Other Options then press 4 Select Reset Handset then press 5 Enter 0000 default handset PIN L If you changed the PIN enter it page 30 6 Select Yes then press 7 Press ih Note L The ...

Page 32: ...down by pressing the navigator key e or v respectively L To change the base unit ringer volume and the base unit ringtone see page 19 Base unit settings menu Sub menu Sub menu 2 Default setting Page Ringer Setup Night Mode Start End 23 00 06 00 page 33 On Off Off page 33 Ring Delay 60 sec page 33 Call Options Dial Mode Tone page 13 Recall 600 msec page 34 Pause Length 3 sec page 34 Emergency No pa...

Page 33: ...Enter the desired hour and minute you wish to end this feature by selecting 2 digits for each L If you use 12 hour time entry select AM or PM by pressing repeatedly before entering the time 9 Press j OK 10 Press ih Turning night mode on off 1 Press j OK 2 Select Base Unit Setup then press 3 Enter 0000 default base unit PIN L If you changed the PIN enter it page 35 4 Select Ringer Setup then press ...

Page 34: ...termine which phone numbers can be dialled while the call bar feature is on page 30 1 Press j OK 2 Select Base Unit Setup then press 3 Enter 0000 default base unit PIN L If you changed the PIN enter it page 35 4 Select Call Options then press 5 Select Emergency No then press 6 Select a memory location then press L If the memory location already contains an emergency number the number is displayed ...

Page 35: ...ture prohibits making outside calls with the base unit When call bar is turned on only intercom calls and calls to emergency numbers page 34 can be made Call bar can be set independently for the handset page 30 and the base unit 1 Press j OK 2 Select Base Unit Setup then press 3 Enter 0000 default base unit PIN L If you changed the PIN enter it page 35 4 Select Call Options then press 5 Select Cal...

Page 36: ...h Note L The following items will be deleted or reset to their default settings Settings listed on page 32 43 51 Base unit ringtone Base unit ringer volume Medium All SMS messages Caller list L The following items will be retained Date and time Shared phonebook entries KX TCD240 only Repeater mode Recordings including your greeting message caller messages voice memos audible call announcements and...

Page 37: ...l is not answered the unit treats the call as a missed call The number of missed calls is shown on the display This lets you know if you should view the caller list to see who called while you were out Category features for handset phonebook Categories can help you identify who is calling by using different ringtones for different categories of callers When adding an entry to the handset phonebook...

Page 38: ...ess j OK select Edit and Call then press Press or to place the cursor on the number you wish to erase then press C T 5 Press C or s Erasing caller information 1 Press j OK 2 Select Caller List then press 3 Press e or v repeatedly to display the desired entry then press j OK 4 Select Erase then press L To erase all entries select Erase All then press 5 Select Yes then press 6 Press ih Storing calle...

Page 39: ...Caller ID Service 39 provider s voice mail service see page 52 KX TCD 240 only TCD230 240FX e book Page 39 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

Page 40: ...ge 35 5 Select SMS On Off then press 6 Select On or Off then press 7 Press ih Note L If you try to send a message while SMS is turned off a tone sounds and the message is placed in the receive list with FD attached to it L If someone tries to send you a message while SMS is turned off the message will not be received and the message centre number will be logged in the caller list Storing SMS messa...

Page 41: ...u can send or receive may be limited by your SMS service provider Consult your SMS service provider for details L If your message contains over 160 characters Long Message is displayed Your service provider may treat long messages differently from other messages Consult your service provider for details L Invalid Number is displayed if you try to send a message to a phone number saved in the hands...

Page 42: ... OK to read the message content Note L To call the message sender press C or s L If SMS Full is displayed new SMS messages cannot be received Erase unnecessary messages page 42 L If you receive a message from a party saved in the handset phonebook the stored name is displayed L Some SMS service providers attach a 1 digit number to the message sender s phone number and sender names stored in the ha...

Page 43: ...nts of the receive and send lists will be erased Storing the PBX line access number for PBX users only Store your PBX line access number 4 digits max so that SMS messages are sent properly When sending SMS messages to entries in the handset phonebook or redial list the PBX line access number will be deleted 1 Press j OK 2 Select SMS then press 3 Select Settings then press 4 Enter 0000 default base...

Page 44: ...ch between uppercase and lowercase To enter another character located on the same dial key press to move the cursor to the next space then press the appropriate dial key This is not necessary when entering text in LetterWise mode Character entry modes Several character entry modes are available When the unit displays the character entry screen press k then select a character entry mode and press T...

Page 45: ...ce 45 Alphabet character table ABC Numeric entry table 0 9 Greek character table M Extended character table N L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase TCD230 240FX e book Page 45 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

Page 46: ...e base unit flashes rapidly the total number of recorded messages flashes on the base unit display Erase unnecessary messages page 48 L Messages are retained even if a power failure occurs Turning the answering system on off Using the base unit Press Answer on to turn on off the answering system L When the answering system is turned on the answer on indicator lights L When the answering system is ...

Page 47: ...lers and ask them to leave messages If the message recording time page 52 is set to Greeting Only caller messages will not be recorded and the unit will play a different prerecorded greeting message asking callers to call again Playing back the greeting message Using the base unit Press d Using the handset 1 Press j OK 2 Select Answer System then press 3 Select Play Greeting then press 4 Press ih ...

Page 48: ...ss 3 Select Play New Msg or Play All Msg then press Note L To adjust the speaker volume during playback press e or v repeatedly L While listening to messages you can switch between the receiver and speaker by pressing C or s Repeating skipping stopping erasing a message during playback L To repeat a message during playback for the base unit press for the handset press If pressed within the first 5...

Page 49: ...peak clearly into the microphone 5 Press j OK to stop recording 6 Press ih Note L Voice memos are treated as new messages L If Error is displayed record the voice memo again Direct command operation using the handset You can operate the answering system by pressing dial keys rather than navigating through the menus To use the following commands press j OK select Answer System then press Key Direct...

Page 50: ...m by calling the unit even when it is turned off This call may be answered before the ring delay feature of the night mode page 28 33 activates You need to select 30 sec for activating the ring delay feature Using the answering system remotely 1 Dial your phone number from a touch tone phone L If the number of rings is set to Auto page 51 the number of rings you hear will indicate whether or not y...

Page 51: ...2 to 7 rings or Auto Auto The unit answers after 2 rings when new messages have been recorded and after 5 rings when there are no new messages If you call your phone from outside to listen to new messages page 50 you will know that there are no messages when the phone rings for the 3rd time You can then hang up without being charged for the call 1 Press j OK Key Remote command 1 Repeat message dur...

Page 52: ...aller s recording time You can change the maximum message recording time allotted to each caller or set the unit to greet callers but not record messages 1 Press j OK 2 Select Answer System then press 3 Select Settings then press 4 Select Recording Time then press 5 Select the desired setting then press 6 Press ih Note L When the message recording time is set to Greeting Only d and are displayed o...

Page 53: ...nother L Intercom calls and call transfers are only possible between handsets in the same radio cell Registering a handset to a base unit To register an additional handset to a base unit easy registration The included handset and base unit are preregistered After purchasing an additional handset register it to the base unit Ensure that the additional handset is switched on If it is not on press an...

Page 54: ...e unit is selected the handset will make and receive calls using that base unit only If the handset is out of range of that base unit no calls can be made 1 Press j OK 2 Select Handset Setup then press 3 Select Select Base then press 4 Select the desired base unit number or Auto then press L The handset starts searching for the base unit Cancelling a handset A maximum of 6 handsets can be register...

Page 55: ...t You can increase the range of the base unit by using a DECT repeater Please use only the Panasonic DECT repeater noted on page 6 Consult your Panasonic dealer for details Important L Before registering the repeater to this base unit you must turn the repeater mode on Turning the repeater mode on off 1 Press j OK 2 Select Base Unit Setup then press 3 Enter 0000 default base unit PIN L If you chan...

Page 56: ...ference calls Outside calls can be transferred to the base unit or to a handset in the same radio cell 2 people in the same radio cell can have a conference call with an outside party From a handset to the base unit When a handset transfers a call to the base unit 1 Handset During an outside call press INT and 0 to page the base unit L The outside call will be put on hold L If there is no answer p...

Page 57: ... not answer the call within 1 minute the call will ring at the base unit again Between handsets Example When handset 1 transfers a call to handset 2 1 Handset 1 During an outside call press INT and 2 desired handset number L The outside call will be put on hold L If there is no answer press INT to return to the outside call 2 Handset 2 Press C or s to answer the page L Handset 2 can talk with hand...

Page 58: ...ely fastened to the wall L Do not pinch the telephone line cord and AC adaptor cord between the base unit and the wall L Use the following wall template to position the screws before drilling 108 mm Screws Hook 108 mm TCD230 240FX e book Page 58 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

Page 59: ...s to switch between uppercase and lowercase To enter another character located on the same dial key press to move the cursor to the next space then press the appropriate dial key This is not necessary when entering text in LetterWise mode Character entry modes Several character entry modes are available When the unit displays the character entry screen press k then select a character entry mode an...

Page 60: ... Alphabet character table ABC Numeric entry table 0 9 Greek character table M Extended 1 character table N L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase TCD230 240FX e book Page 60 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

Page 61: ...Useful Information 61 Extended 2 character table O L The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase Cyrillic character table P TCD230 240FX e book Page 61 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

Page 62: ...se unit Move closer L The AC adaptor is not connected Check the connections L You are using the handset or base unit in an area with high electrical interference Locate the handset and base unit away from interference sources such as antenna and mobile phones The handset display is blank L The handset is not turned on Turn the power on page 13 The handset will not turn on L Make sure that the batt...

Page 63: ...off page 16 The unit does not ring L The ringer volume is turned off Adjust the handset ringer volume page 27 and the base unit ringer volume page 19 L The night mode feature is turned on Turn it off page 28 33 The batteries should be charging but the battery icon does not change L Clean the charge contact and charge again page 12 L The AC adaptor is disconnected Plug in the AC adaptor A busy tone...

Page 64: ...ed L You must subscribe to Caller ID service L Consult your service provider L Your unit is connected to a telephone line with DSL service We recommend connecting a filter contact your DSL service provider to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack While viewing caller information the display returns to standby mode L Do not pause for over 1 minute while searching I ca...

Page 65: ...he base unit and the telephone line jack FD is displayed L The unit could not connect to the SMS message centre Confirm that the correct SMS message centre numbers are stored page 40 Confirm that SMS is turned on page 40 FE is displayed L An error occurred while sending the message Try again E0 is displayed L Your phone number is permanently withheld or you have not subscribed to the appropriate s...

Page 66: ...u are entering the wrong remote access code Confirm that the correct remote code is entered If you forget the remote access code store a new remote access code again page 50 L You are pressing the dial keys too quickly Press each key firmly L The answering system is turned off Turn it on page 51 L You are using a pulse telephone Try again using a touch tone phone While recording a greeting message...

Page 67: ...Power consumption Base unit Standby Approx 3 8 W Maximum Approx 9 2 W Operating conditions 5 C 40 C 20 80 relative air humidity dry Dimensions Base unit Approx 86 mm 183 mm 122 mm Handset Approx 148 mm 48 mm 32 mm Mass weight Base unit Approx 417 g KX TCD230 Base unit Approx 425 g KX TCD240 Handset Approx 130 g Note L Specifications are subject to change L The illustrations used in these operating...

Page 68: ...Display Base unit Icons 11 Display Handset Contrast 30 Icons 10 Language 29 Standby mode 29 E Emergency numbers 34 H Handset Additional handsets 53 Cancelling 54 PIN 30 Power on off 13 Registration 53 Resetting 31 Settings 26 I Intercom 55 K Key lock 16 Keytones 31 L LetterWise 31 44 59 M Making calls Base unit 17 Handset 15 Missed calls 37 Mute 16 18 N Night mode Base unit 33 Handset 28 O One tou...

Page 69: ...T Temporary tone dialling 17 18 Transfer calls 56 V Voice enhancer 16 Voice mail 38 Volume Receiver 15 Ringer Base unit 19 Ringer Handset 27 Speaker Base unit 18 Speaker Handset 15 W Wall mounting 58 TCD230 240FX e book Page 69 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

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Page 72: ... material is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co Ltd and may be reproduced for internal use only All other reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without the written consent of Panasonic Communications Co Ltd 2005 Panasonic Communications Co Ltd All Rights Reserved TCD230 240FX e book Page 72 Wednesday June 8 2005 7 15 PM ...

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