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Operating Instructions

Cordless Phone

Model No.

KX-TGF973

KX-TG994SK

KX-TGF975

Model shown is KX-TG994SK.

Before initial use, see “Getting Started”
on page 12.

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.

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

Consulte “Guía Rápida Española”, página 100.

For assistance, visit our Web site:

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for

customers in the U.S.A.

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Page 1: ...ng a Panasonic product Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference Consulte Gu a R pida Espa ola p gina 100 For assistance visit our Web site http...

Page 2: ...Answer by voice command 35 Intercom Intercom 37 Call Block Call block 38 Storing unwanted callers 38 Enhanced Call Block Automated call block 42 Telemarketing call block 44 One ring scam alert 45 Pho...

Page 3: ...mation 97 Gu a R pida Espa ola Gu a R pida Espa ola 100 Appendix Customer services 111 Limited Warranty ONLY FOR U S A 112 Index Index 114 3 Table of Contents KX TGF97xUSA en us _0928_ver121 pdf 3 9 2...

Page 4: ...ll mounting adaptor PNKL1075Z1 1 1 1 1 D Rechargeable batteries 2 6 8 10 E Handset cover PNYNTGFA71SR 3 3 4 5 F Belt clip PNKE2142Z1 3 4 5 G Charger 4 2 3 4 1 The desk stand wall mounting adaptor come...

Page 5: ...http shop panasonic com support 3 By registering the key detector 4 max to a Panasonic Digital Cordless Phone and attaching it to an easy to lose item in advance you can locate and find the mislaid it...

Page 6: ...hone Trademarks R The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Panasonic Entertainment Communication Co Ltd is under license R iP...

Page 7: ...elies on Double Insulation or Reinforced Insulation Direct current D C ON power Protective earth OFF power Protective bonding earth Stand by power Caution risk caused by visible radiation ON OFF power...

Page 8: ...ulting in an accident R Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone line cord to be excessively pulled bent or placed under heavy objects R Do not place the handset on the base unit when battery cover is...

Page 9: ...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 R Avoid the u...

Page 10: ...eave the product unused for a long period of time unplug the product from the power outlet R The product should be kept away from heat sources such as heating devices cooking appliances etc It should...

Page 11: ...92 GHz to 1 93 GHz DECT 2 402 GHz to 2 480 GHz Bluetooth R RF transmission power 115 mW max R Power source 120 V AC 60 Hz R Power consumption Base unit Standby 1 2 W Maximum 4 5 W Charger Standby 0 1...

Page 12: ...one jack RJ11C until you hear a click A DSL ADSL filter not supplied is required if you have a DSL ADSL service Note R Use only the supplied Panasonic AC adaptor PNLV226 4 5 3 1 2 n Charger Connect th...

Page 13: ...for battery installation R Use the supplied rechargeable batteries For replacement we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 5 9 Note for battery charging R It is normal f...

Page 14: ...set power consumption by suppressing handset transmission power when the handset is close to the base unit R When this feature is activated is displayed R Even though this feature is activated is not...

Page 15: ...ce recognition feature of your cellular phone by pressing M N page 73 MCELL 1N CELL 1 indicator MCELL 2N CELL 2 indicator MLOCATORN MINTERCOMN R You can locate a misplaced handset by pressing MLOCATOR...

Page 16: ...s on page 63 Item Meaning Call sharing mode is off page 58 Alarm is on page 62 Handset number Battery level Answer by voice command is on page 35 Blocked call page 38 Automated call block is set to Bl...

Page 17: ...alls Status Meaning Flashing slowly The cellular line is in use Phonebook entries are being copied from a cellular phone page 70 The base unit is searching for the paired cellular phone The base unit...

Page 18: ...a MSELECTN 3 Record a greeting message a MSTOPN a MOFFN Other settings Dialing mode If you cannot make calls change this setting according to your telephone line service The default setting is Tone To...

Page 19: ...val or select Off to turn this feature off The default setting is Every hour Handset 1 MMENUN 176 2 MbN Select the desired setting a MSAVEN a MOFFN For assistance please visit http shop panasonic com...

Page 20: ...cted to your cellular phone 1 Base unit Press and hold MCELL 1N or MCELL 2N for about 5 seconds R After the corresponding CELL indicator on the base unit starts flashing the rest of the procedure must...

Page 21: ...ler information is announced even if the Talking Caller ID is turned off On without Talking CID The handset and base unit use your cellular phone s ringer tone Caller information is not announced even...

Page 22: ...nect the cellular phone to the base unit Note R After you disconnect a paired cellular phone from the base unit manually it will automatically be connected to the base unit in 30 minutes If you do not...

Page 23: ...ting a MSAVEN 3 Proceed with the operation for your unit Handset MOFFN Base unit MEXITN 1 After the Bluetooth device is paired the device name is displayed Storing your area code for dialing only a 7...

Page 24: ...ines 1 If the receiver volume is set to level 5 max it will be changed to level 4 in the next call Making a call using the redial list The last 5 phone numbers dialed are stored in the redial list 48...

Page 25: ...ly by pressing M N left soft key Adjusting the handset ringer volume Press MDN or MCN repeatedly to select the desired volume while ringing R To turn the ringer off press MCN repeatedly Note R You can...

Page 26: ...sers Press before entering access numbers which require tone dialing Handset noise reduction This feature allows you to hear the voice of the person you are talking to more clearly by reducing the sur...

Page 27: ...To join the conversation press MCELLN R You can join the conversation in the following situations Only 1 cellular phone is paired A specific line is set to make cellular calls page 23 2 MbN Select th...

Page 28: ...e call is transferred to the handset in the following situations Only 1 cellular phone is paired A specific line is set to make cellular calls page 23 2 MbN Select the corresponding cellular phone a M...

Page 29: ...ng a power failure n When only 1 handset is registered 1 Lift the handset and dial the phone number 2 Within 1 minute place the handset on the base unit R Wait until speakerphone is turned on automati...

Page 30: ...ered When the unit rings use a handset which is not supplying power to the base unit R Do not use or lift the handset which is placed on the base unit during power backup mode Note R The range of the...

Page 31: ...lular calls page 23 Adjusting the speaker volume Press MDN or MCN repeatedly while talking Note R The speaker volume you set is kept for each line landline and cellular lines Making a call using the r...

Page 32: ...llular call and landline call by programming page 60 R The ringer volume you set is kept for each line landline and cellular lines Useful features during a call Hold 1 Press MHOLDN during an outside c...

Page 33: ...tal number of recordings will be added to the number of messages in the answering system MEN on the base unit flashes New message is displayed Audible message alert sounds on base unit page 79 R To li...

Page 34: ...ar call is transferred to the cellular phone Transferring a cellular call from a cellular phone to the base unit During a conversation using a cellular phone press MCELL 1N or MCELL 2N R The cellular...

Page 35: ...voice command feature stops operating R This feature is not available while baby monitor is set to On page 59 R The configured settings are common for all lines landline and cellular lines Turning ans...

Page 36: ...e 35 2 When you finish talking press MOFFN on the handset or MSP PHONEN on the base unit Note for base unit R In step 1 you need to answer a call while the base unit is not ringing or not announcing c...

Page 37: ...make intercom calls R You cannot use voice paging if other units are in use Base unit 1 Press MINTERCOMN When 2 or more handsets are registered To page a specific handset enter the handset number To p...

Page 38: ...ne call R Blocked calls are logged in the caller list Storing unwanted callers The unit can block calls by storing the desired items in the call block list beforehand Caller ID subscribers only Single...

Page 39: ...L BLOCKN 4 MbN Yes a MSELECTN 5 Edit the phone number if necessary 24 digits max a MSAVEN a MEXITN Adding call blocked numbers manually Handset 1 MCALL BLOCKN 2 MbN Single number a MSELECTN 3 MMENUN a...

Page 40: ...elect the desired entry R After viewing press MOFFN to exit 4 To edit a number MEDITN a Edit the number a MSAVEN a MOFFN To unblock a number MUNBLOCKN a MbN Yes a MSELECTN a MOFFN Base unit 1 MCALL BL...

Page 41: ...exit press MOFFN 3 MCLEARN 4 MbN Yes a MSELECTN a MOFFN Base unit 1 MCALL BLOCKN 2 MbN Blocked count a MSELECTN R To exit press MEXITN 3 MCLEARN 4 MbN Yes a MSELECTN a MEXITN For assistance please vi...

Page 42: ...database the following operations are delayed answering a call remote turn on toll saver R When the unit receives a call from a caller who is not registered in the phonebook allow name list or allowe...

Page 43: ...6 characters max If the name stored in the allow name list matches the incoming Caller ID the unit rings Callers listed in the allow name list are not required to enter the access code Adding allowed...

Page 44: ...to the pre recorded greeting message for automated call block This procedure will erase your greeting message for automated call block and reset to the pre recorded one 1 MMENUN 793 2 MYESN a MOFFN Pl...

Page 45: ...an incoming call if the caller disconnects the call after 1 or 2 rings the call is judged to be a scam call Depending on the number of rings made before a call is disconnected a non malicious call may...

Page 46: ...call Off Turns off the setting and does not judge as scam calls Note R When a phone number is judged as a scam call will be displayed in the caller list unless the number is identified as Automated ca...

Page 47: ...so available Key Operation Switch between the uppercase and lowercase A a MFN MEN Move the cursor MCLEARN Erase the character or number R To erase all press and hold it R To enter another character th...

Page 48: ...ebook a MSELECTN 5 MEXITN Note for base unit R If you stored caller information to the phonebook using the base unit the entry is automatically assigned to Home R If you want to edit the caller name o...

Page 49: ...he first characters of a name Handset Base unit 1 Proceed with the operation for your unit Handset MFN W a Base unit MWN a 2 To search for the name enter the first characters up to 4 in uppercase 3 MO...

Page 50: ...to dial the number Note R When storing a calling card access number and your PIN in the phonebook as one phonebook entry press MDN Pause to add pauses after the number and PIN as necessary page 25 R I...

Page 51: ...MMENUN 2 MbN Erase a MSELECTN 3 MbN Yes a MSELECTN a MOFFN Viewing an entry Making a call Handset n Using a cellular line 1 Press and hold the desired speed dial key 1 to 9 2 MCELLN R The unit starts...

Page 52: ...the operation press MOFFN on the handset or MEXITN on the base unit R In the following table indicates the default settings R In the following table indicates the reference page number R Display menu...

Page 53: ...Off 339 79 Settings Ring count 1 Toll saver 2 7 rings 4 rings 211 81 Recording time 1 3 min 1 min Greeting only 2 305 82 Remote code 1 111 306 80 Screen call On Off 310 81 Answer on 1 327 76 Answer of...

Page 54: ...On with Talking CID On without Talking CID Off 6141 5 21 6142 6 Alert settings 1 Alert On Off On Off 6101 5 72 6102 6 Alert settings 1 Voice alert On Off 6031 5 72 6032 6 Alert settings 8 Alert tone...

Page 55: ...G634 Set PIN 1 0000 619 23 International code 1 117 70 Country code 1 118 Trunk prefix 1 119 Main menu Set date time Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Settings Code Date and time 1 101 18 Memo alarm Alarm1 3 Off...

Page 56: ...63 Silent mode Start End 11 00 PM 06 00 AM 237 63 Silent mode Select group Home Cell 1 Cell 2 Group 4 9 241 63 Set date time Date and time 1 101 18 Memo alarm Alarm1 3 Off Once Daily Weekly 720 62 Ti...

Page 57: ...rings Off 798 45 Automated call block 1 Block Unblock Block Unblock 787 42 Allow name list 794 43 Access code 1 789 43 Automated call greeting Record greeting 791 44 Check greeting 792 44 Pre recorded...

Page 58: ...107 35 Auto intercom On Off 273 37 Key tone On Off 165 Caller ID edit Caller ID number auto edit On Off 214 69 Auto talk 15 On Off 200 25 Set tel line 3 Set dial mode 1 Tone Pulse 120 18 Set flash tim...

Page 59: ...2 Settings Code On Off On Off 268 64 Sensitivity level Low Middle High 269 65 Main menu Key detector 12 Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Settings Code Search 655 Battery check n Base unit Main menu W Phonebook...

Page 60: ...ub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Settings Code Ring adjustments Ringer volume 3 Off 6 1 160 Interrupt tone 11 On Off 201 28 Silent mode On Off On Off 238 63 Silent mode Start End 11 00 PM 06 00 AM 237 63 Silent m...

Page 61: ...nly available in direct command code 3 When the cellular line only mode is turned on these menus are not displayed page 22 4 After the Bluetooth device is paired the device name is displayed 5 For CEL...

Page 62: ...ble when a cellular phone is paired 19 This setting is available when a headset is paired Alarm An alarm sounds at the set time for 1 minute and is repeated 5 times at 5 minute intervals snooze functi...

Page 63: ...Off press MOFFN to exit 3 Enter the desired hour and minute you wish to start this feature 4 Select AM or PM a MOKN 5 Enter the desired hour and minute you wish to end this feature 6 Select AM or PM...

Page 64: ...CTN 3 MbN Select the desired unit s number to monitor with a MSAVEN R Baby monitor will be displayed R The registered unit s name number is displayed Note R When this feature is on another handset or...

Page 65: ...he baby monitor n When monitoring with a unit Handset Press M N to answer a call Base unit Press MSP PHONEN to answer a call If you want to respond from the monitoring unit press MMUTEN R The monitori...

Page 66: ...for some reason the handset is not registered to the base unit re register the handset 1 Handset MMENUN 130 2 Base unit Press and hold MLOCATORN for about 5 seconds R If all registered handsets start...

Page 67: ...Pressing MOFFN on a handset Pressing MEXITN on the base unit Phonebook name display When caller information is received and it matches a phone number stored in the phonebook the stored name in the ph...

Page 68: ...ith or or displayed an error tone sounds Wait for 2 seconds until a confirmation message is displayed Press MYESN if you want to call back To exit press MOFFN Base unit To call back press MSP PHONEN I...

Page 69: ...gnore the area code of callers in your area so that you can call these local numbers using caller information without dialing the area code To activate this feature you must edit an entry in the calle...

Page 70: ...y when the cellular phone supports Phone Book Access Profile PBAP for Bluetooth connection R Some cellular phones may require you to perform an operation on the cellular phone even if you select Auto...

Page 71: ...appalerts You can turn each type of alert on or off using the Link to Cell app If you turn the alerting app on your DECT phone alerts you with the corresponding information n Phone Settings Using you...

Page 72: ...Alert settings for your DECT phone If your cellular phone is paired to the base unit and receives notifications the handset and or base unit can alert you by briefly displaying a message by announcem...

Page 73: ...assist Handset 1 M N R Go to step 3 in the following situations Only 1 cellular phone is paired A specific line is set to make cellular calls page 23 2 MbN Select the desired cellular phone a MSELECTN...

Page 74: ...0000 press MCLEARN then enter your headset s PIN R Typically default PIN is 0000 Refer to the headset s operating instructions 4 Press MOKN then wait until a long beep sounds 5 MOFFN R When is displa...

Page 75: ...e handset is on a landline call To join the conversation with your headset press your headset s button n While your headset is on a landline call To join the conversation with the handset press M N No...

Page 76: ...swering system on off Base unit Press MANSWER ON OFFN to turn on off the answering system Handset 1 To turn on MMENUN 327 To turn off MMENUN 328 2 MOFFN Note for base unit and handset R When the answe...

Page 77: ...e speaker volume M N Repeat message 1 M N Skip message M N STOP Stop playback MERASEN Erase currently playing message 1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a message the previous message is playe...

Page 78: ...ayback 2 MbN Call back a MSELECTN n Using a cellular line 1 Press MPAUSEN during playback 2 MbN Call back Cell a MSELECTN R The unit starts dialing immediately in the following situations Only 1 cellu...

Page 79: ...l The unit will not retry the call even if the call is not answered Storing a phone number to which the unit makes an alert call Handset n From the phonebook 1 MMENUN 338 2 MbN Notification to a MSELE...

Page 80: ...unit makes a new message alert call the handset redial list does not show the record However on the base unit redial list it is shown as Message alert Remote operation Using a touch tone phone you can...

Page 81: ...emotely 1 Dial your phone number from a touch tone phone 2 Let the phone ring 15 times R A long beep is heard 3 Enter your remote access code within 10 seconds after the long beep R The greeting messa...

Page 82: ...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...

Page 83: ...ring your voicemail access number and your mailbox password press MDN Pause to add pauses page 25 between the access number and the password as necessary Contact your phone service provider for the re...

Page 84: ...messages even after you have listened to all new messages turn it off by pressing and holding until the handset or base unit beeps Wall mounting The base unit can be mounted on a wall by changing the...

Page 85: ...ce R This product is compliant with the following wall phone plate sizes 2 types 1 83 mm 3 1 4 inches 2 102 mm 4 inches Fit the slots of the unit onto the corresponding wall phone plate tabs for 3 and...

Page 86: ...is in use R Other units are in use and the system is busy Try again later R The handset you are using is too far from the base unit Move closer and try again R The automated call block function is in...

Page 87: ...r ID service this message will not be displayed Use rechargeable battery R A wrong type of battery such as alkaline or manganese was inserted Use only the rechargeable Ni MH batteries noted on page 5...

Page 88: ...red the correct PIN I cannot connect a cellular phone to the base unit R Confirm that your cellular phone is turned on R Confirm that your cellular phone is within base unit range page 16 R Your cellu...

Page 89: ...be shorter R Clean the battery ends and the charge contacts with a dry cloth and charge again R It is time to replace the batteries page 12 Making answering calls intercom Problem Cause solution is d...

Page 90: ...arately from your system I can make and answer cellular calls but cannot hear a sound R The Bluetooth technology on your cellular phone may not be functioning normally Turn off and on your cellular ph...

Page 91: ...Auto talk feature is set to on the call is answered automatically when the handset is lifted from the charger during an incoming call Turn off the auto talk feature page 58 Caller ID Talking Caller ID...

Page 92: ...off Turn it on and try again page 58 61 R You need to call back the edited number to activate Caller ID number auto edit I cannot dial the phone number edited in the caller list R The phone number you...

Page 93: ...then turn it on and try again R If your headset is already connected to another Bluetooth device such as your cellular phone disconnect the headset from your cellular phone then perform the connectin...

Page 94: ...phone is in use Try again later R If you cannot use this feature while your cellular phone is locked unlock your phone and try again R For some cellular phones you may be able to set your phone to all...

Page 95: ...devices such as headset or handsets are engaged in a call I cannot operate the answering system remotely R The remote access code is not set Set the remote access code page 80 R You are entering the...

Page 96: ...remove all messages from your voice mailbox to remove the notification You can also remove this notification by pressing and holding until the unit beeps Liquid damage Problem Cause solution Liquid or...

Page 97: ...phone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary The telephone company may make changes...

Page 98: ...mful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following...

Page 99: ...educed noise and interference when used with T Coil equipped hearing aids and cochlear implants T Compatible with Hearing Aid T Coil TIA 1083 For assistance please visit http shop panasonic com suppor...

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Page 111: ...A V products TV Computers Networking Personal Care Home Appliances Headphones Ba eries Backup Chargers more For Product Informa on Opera ng Assistance Parts Owner s Manuals Dealer and Service info go...

Page 112: ...abor for non rechargeable batteries antennas and cosmetic parts cabinet This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States This warranty is extended only to the origina...

Page 113: ...or other Authorized Servicer or damage that is attributable to acts of God THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL...

Page 114: ...Chain dial 50 CID Caller ID 67 68 69 Conference calls 27 33 Control type 15 Customer support 59 61 D Date and time 18 Dialing mode 18 Direct command code 52 Display Contrast 58 61 Language 17 E Eco mo...

Page 115: ...33 Time adjustment 56 Transferring calls 27 33 Troubleshooting 87 TTY 111 V VM Voicemail 83 Voice announcement language 17 Voice paging 37 Voicemail 83 Volume Receiver 24 Ringer Base unit 32 60 Ringe...

Page 116: ...e If your product is not working properly IMPORTANT For your future reference We recommend keeping a record of the following information to assist with any repair under warranty Serial No Date of purc...

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