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2.4GHz Digital Cordless Answering System KX-TG2583ALB Model No. KX-TG2583ALS KX-TG2583NZS Operating Instructions KX-TG2583ALB Caller ID Compatible PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use.
Before Initial Use Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone. For Australia When you subscribe to Caller ID services from your telephone operator, this telephone will display the caller’s phone number. When available from your telephone operator, this telephone will also display the number of the second call or call waiting.
For Best Performance Battery Charge A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the handset. Charge the battery for about 6 hours before initial use (p. 11). •Clean the handset and the base unit charge contacts with a soft, dry cloth once a month. Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust or high humidity.
Programming Summary for the Answering System ...19 Day and Time Adjustment ...20 Selecting the Caller’s Recording Time ...22 Selecting the Number of Rings...23 Cordless Telephone Making Calls...24 With the Handset ...24 With the Base Unit (Digital Duplex Speakerphone) ...26 Simultaneous Keypad Dialling...28 Answering Calls...29...
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Intercom...51 Transferring a Call Using the Intercom...52 Special Features ...53 How to Use the PAUSE Button (For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) ...53 Automatic Security Code Setting...54 Call Waiting and Caller ID Compatible (For Australia only) ...54 RECALL Button ...54 Answering System Automatic Answering Operation...56 Setting the Unit to Answer Calls...56...
Displays Handset 0 new call $The directory icon displays when storing or viewing the directory items (p. 42, 46). %The battery icon indicates the battery strength (p. 11). Standby mode: While the handset is off the base unit, the display will disappear (go blank) after you finish using the handset (making/answering a call, viewing the Caller List or directory list etc.) to conserve the battery life.
•If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Caller ID services, you cannot access those services. •KX-TG2583ALB/KX-TG2583ALS and KX-TG2583NZS are not designed to be used with rotary (pulse dialling) services. •KX-TG2583NZS will not answer incoming calls on your FaxAbility number.
Battery Charge Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 6 hours before initial use. •The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights and a beep sounds. Battery strength You can check the battery strength on the handset display while the handset is on the base unit, while it is in use (making/answering a call etc.), or after viewing the Caller List or directory items, programming etc.
Settings Battery information After your Panasonic battery is fully charged (p. 11): Operation While in use (TALK) While not in use (Standby) *Within about 3 m •Battery life may be shortened depending on usage conditions, such as viewing the Caller ID Caller List or directory list, and ambient temperature.
Selecting the Line Mode If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to “B”. Otherwise the Call Waiting Caller ID Feature may not be used (p. 54). Your phone comes from the factory set to “A”. Use the handset near the base unit.
Programmable Functions You can program the following function items using the handset near the base unit. The display shows the programming instructions. See the corresponding pages for function details. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) <Function menu>* Save directory...
Setting the Auto Talk Feature The Auto Talk feature allows you to answer a call by lifting the handset off the base unit without pressing the feature ON by programming. Your phone comes from the factory set to OFF. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press...
Programmable Functions Selecting the Ringer Volume You can set the handset and base unit ringer volumes to HIGH, LOW or OFF. If set to OFF, the handset/base unit will not ring. Your phone comes from the factory set to HIGH. With the handset Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially.
Preparing the Answering System Greeting Message You can record a personal greeting message of up to 2 minutes. If a greeting message is not recorded, one of two pre-recorded greetings will be played when a call is received (p. 18). All messages (greeting, incoming, etc.) are stored in digital memory (p.
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Preparing the Answering System To adjust the speaker volume: 9 levels (0–8) are available while using the answering system. To increase, press To decrease, press Greeting message sample “Hello, this is (your name and/or number). Sorry I cannot take your call.
Programming Summary for the Answering System You can program the following functions using the handset near the base unit. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press to select “Program”, and press (Å) (Ä) key). Press to select “TAD program”, and press (Å)
Preparing the Answering System Day and Time Adjustment Voice Time/Day Stamp: During playback, a synthesized voice will announce the day and time that each message was recorded. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press (Å) (Ä) points to “Program”. Press FWD/EDIT (É) Press (Å) (Ä) points to “TAD program”.
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Press FWD/EDIT (É) •The unit announces the day/time. The clock starts working. •If 6 beeps sound, the setting is not correct. Start again from step 5. •To return to the standby mode, press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH). •In step 7, you cannot enter numbers greater than 12. Do not use 24 hour clock time.
Preparing the Answering System Selecting the Caller’s Recording Time You can select “1 minute”, “3 minutes” or “Greeting only” for the caller’s recording time. Your phone comes from the factory set to “3 minutes”. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press (Å) (Ä) points to “Program”. Press FWD/EDIT (É) Press...
Selecting the Number of Rings You can select the number of times the unit rings before the answering system answers a call, from “2” to “7” or “Toll saver”*. Your phone comes from the factory set to “Toll saver”*. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press repeatedly until the arrow...
Making Calls With the Handset (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press (TALK) Dial a phone number. •The dialled number is displayed. •After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery strength. To hang up, press handset on the base unit. •If the handset has lost communication with the base unit, 3 beeps sound and “No link to base.
To dial after confirming the entered number Dial a phone number. •If you misdial, press (INTERCOM/CLEAR) and dial again. Press (TALK) •After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call and the battery strength. To hang up, press handset on the base unit.
Making Calls With the Base Unit (HOLD/RINGER) Press (DIGITAL!SP-PHONE) •The DIGITAL SP-PHONE indicator lights. Dial a phone number. When the other party answers, talk into the MIC (microphone). To hang up, press •The indicator light goes out. •To switch to the handset while using the base unit speakerphone: —If the handset is off the base unit, press (TALK).
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Hands-free Digital Duplex Speakerphone For best performance, please note the following: •Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet room. •If the other party has difficulty hearing you, press speaker volume. •If the other party’s voice from the speaker cuts in/out during a conversation, press (Å) To adjust the speaker volume (8 levels) while talking...
Making Calls Simultaneous Keypad Dialling You can use the base unit like a standard telephone. After pressing to make a call with the handset near the base unit, you can also (TALK) dial using the base unit keypad. Handset: Press (TALK) Base unit: Dial a telephone number while...
Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, “Incoming call” is displayed and the CALLER ID indicator flashes quickly. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party information will be displayed after the first ring (p. 30). In order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the second ring to answer a call.
Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party’s information will be shown on the handset and base unit displays after the first ring.
•Caller information cannot be displayed in the following cases: •—If the caller dialled from an area which does not provide a Caller ID service, the display will show “Out of area”. •—If the caller has requested not to display his/her information, the display will show “Private caller”.
Using the Caller List Viewing the Caller List You can view the caller list with the handset or the base unit. Caller List information includes the caller’s phone number, the time and date the call was received, and the number of times that caller called (p. 33). Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially.
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What “√” means When the display shows “√”, you have already viewed this calling information, answered the call, called back the caller or played back the message (p. 57). If the same caller calls again, the call entry with “√” will be replaced with the new call entry.
Using the Caller List Calling Back from the Caller List With the handset Press (Å) (Ä) Caller List. 3 new calls Press (Å) (Ä) find the desired caller. 0355566677 11:20A JAN.12 Press (TALK) •The displayed phone number is dialled automatically. Talk 0355566677 •If a phone number is not displayed in the caller information, you cannot call back that caller.
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Press FWD/EDIT (É) While the arrow points to “Edit”, press FWD/EDIT (É) ( select a pattern. •Each time you press FWD/EDIT (É) (Edit key), the number is rearranged into one of 3 different patterns. Phone no. (The first 2 digits are deleted.) b Free editing •You can add digits to the front of the number, up to a total of 20 digits...
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Using the Caller List With the base unit Press (Å) (Ä) List. Press (Å) (Ä) the desired caller. Press (GREETING/EDIT) a pattern. •Each time you press (GREETING/EDIT), the number is rearranged into one of 3 different patterns. Phone no. (The first 2 digits are deleted.) b Free editing •You can add digits to the front of the number, up to a total of 20 digits...
Storing Caller List Information in the Directory You can store names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List into the directory. Storing must be carried out with the handset. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press to enter the Caller List.
Using the Caller List For New Zealand Users: Your telephone service provider may charge you for a local call when it is dialled with an area code prefix. If the charge for local call is unacceptable, only the 7-digits of the local number should be dialled from your telephone.
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To erase all entries in the Caller List Before erasing all entries, make sure that “0 new call” is displayed. With the handset: Press to enter the (Å) (Ä) Caller List. 0 new call =Directory Press (INTERCOM/CLEAR) Exit All clear Press to select “All (Å)
One-Touch Dialer You can store a phone number in the stored number is dialled with a one-touch operation. Storing a Phone Number in the DIRECT Button Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) Press (Å) (Ä) points to “Program”.
Dialling the Stored Number in the DIRECT Button Press (DIRECT) •The stored number is displayed. Press (TALK) •The number is dialled. •You can also dial the stored number by pressing (TALK) then pressing (DIRECT). 1234567890123456 789012 Talk 1234567890123456 789012...
Using the Directory You can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in the directory using the handset. All directory items are sorted by the first word in alphabetical order. Using the directory, you can make a call by selecting a name on the handset or base unit display.
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Enter a name, up to 15 characters using the dialling buttons (p. 44). •To move the cursor, press BACK (Ç) or FWD/EDIT (É). •If a name is not required, press (Å) (Next key) and go to step 5. Press (Next key). (Å) Enter a phone number, up to 22 digits.
Using the Directory Selecting Characters to Enter Names The handset dialling buttons ( FWD/EDIT (É) and symbols. The letters are printed on the dialling buttons. Pressing each button selects a character as shown below. Keys Blank BACK To move the cursor to the left (Ç) FWD/EDIT To move the cursor to the right...
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For example, to enter “Tom Jones”: Press (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) While the arrow points to “Save directory”, press (Yes key). Press Press six times, then press to move the cursor to the right. (É) Press four times. Press FWD/EDIT (É) Press Press six times, then press to move the cursor to the right.
Using the Directory Finding Items in the Directory You can search the directory using the handset or the base unit. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. With the handset Press BACK (Ç) enter the directory list. Directory list Press (Å)
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With the base unit Press (Ç) (É) enter the directory list. Directory list =Caller’s list Press (Å) (Ä) •The first item is displayed. 0312345678 Press repeatedly until the (Å) (Ä) desired item is displayed. •All directory items are stored in the order shown on the right.
Using the Directory Index table Keys Other symbols, 1 A, B, C, 2 D, E, F, 3 G, H, I, 4 J, K, L, 5 Dialling from the Directory Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. With the handset Press BACK (Ç) to enter the directory list.
Editing an Item in the Directory Programming must be carried out with the handset. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. Press BACK (Ç) the directory list. Press (Å) (Ä) •The first item is displayed. Press repeatedly to find the (Å) (Ä) directory item you want to change, and...
Using the Directory Erasing an Item from the Directory You can erase an item using the handset or the base unit. Make sure the unit is in the standby mode initially. With the handset Press BACK (Ç) to enter the directory list. (É) Directory list =Caller’s list...
Intercom A 2-way intercom is possible between the handset and the base unit. Paging the base unit from the handset Handset: Press (INTERCOM/CLEAR) Talk to the paged party after the beeps. •“Intercom” is displayed. Base unit: When the other party’s voice is heard, answer using the MIC.
Intercom During an intercom call: •Intercom calls can only be ended with the handset. •If the handset user has difficulty hearing the base unit user, decrease the base unit speaker volume by pressing (Å) on the base unit. •If an incoming call is received, the intercom call stops and the unit starts to ring.
Special Features (Å), (Ä), FWD/EDIT (É) (TALK) (FUNCTION/EXIT/CH) (RECALL/PLAYBACK) (REDIAL/PAUSE) How to Use the PAUSE Button (For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) We recommend you press dialling with a PBX or to access a long distance service. Ex. Line access number (REDIAL/PAUSE) •Pressing (REDIAL/PAUSE) once creates a 3.5 second pause.
Special Features Automatic Security Code Setting Each time you place the handset on the base unit, the unit automatically selects one of more than a million security codes. These codes help prevent the unauthorized use of your telephone line by another cordless telephone user.
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The recall time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. You can select the following recall times: “700, 600, 400, 300, 250, 110, 100 or 90 msec (milliseconds)”. KX-TG2583ALB/KX-TG2583ALS comes from the factory set to “100 msec” and KX-TG2583NZS comes set to “600 msec”.
Automatic Answering Operation When the unit answers a call, a greeting message is played and the caller’s message is recorded. While recording, “- Answering -” will flash on the base unit display. •The total recording time (including greeting message) is about 15 minutes.
Listening to Messages You can see the total number of recorded messages on the base unit display. If the ANSWER ON indicator flashes, new messages have been recorded. Listening to only new messages Press (NEW!MESSAGE) •The unit announces the number of new messages and plays them back.
Listening to Messages For Caller ID service users During playback, the base unit display will show the phone number of the caller whose message is being played. To call back the displayed number: During playback, lift the handset and press or press (DIGITAL!SP-PHONE) •The unit stops playback and automatically dials the displayed phone number.
Erasing Messages The unit will announce the remaining recording time after playback, if it is less than 5 minutes. New messages cannot be recorded when: —“Memory full” is heard. —“Message full” flashes on the base unit display. —the ANSWER ON indicator flashes rapidly. Erase some, or all, of the messages.
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone You can operate the answering system from any touch tone phone. A synthesized voice menu will guide you on how to operate the unit (p. 62). •To skip the voice menu and operate the unit directly, see page 64.
Setting the Remote Code The remote code prevents unauthorized people from accessing your unit and listening to your messages. Choose any 2-digit number (00–99). The factory preset remote code is “11”. If you do not program your own remote code, you can use “11”. Use the handset near the base unit.
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Voice Menu The shaded boxes are voice prompts. Press 1 to play back all messages. Press 2 for other functions. Press 1 to play back new messages. Press 2 for other functions. Press 1 to record your message. Press 2 for other functions.
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All Message Playback All recorded messages are played back. At the end of the last message, “End of final message” is heard. The unit will announce the remaining recording time if it is less than 5 minutes. New Message Playback Only new messages are played back.
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone Direct Remote Operation Once you have entered the remote code, you can also control your unit by direct commands instead of using the voice menu. To end the remote operation, hang up anytime. Direct commands NEW MESSAGE PLAYBACK...
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ANSWERING SYSTEM OFF Turning on the answering system Call your unit and wait for 15 rings. •The unit will answer and the greeting message will be played. •The answering system will turn on. Hang up or enter the remote code for other options.
Remote Operation with the Handset You can operate your answering system with the handset. The announcements and recorded messages can only be heard with the handset. Summary of remote operation Press (RECALL/PLAYBACK) •The number of new messages is heard. •“Remote operation” is displayed on the handset. Enter the desired direct commands (p.
Direct commands NEW MESSAGE PLAYBACK ALL MESSAGE PLAYBACK REPEAT (During playback) SKIP (During playback) STOP ERASING A (*) (4) SPECIFIC MESSAGE (During playback) ERASING ALL (*) (5) MESSAGES ANSWERING SYSTEM OFF ANSWERING SYSTEM ON •Only new messages are played back. •All messages are played back.
Wall Mounting This unit can be mounted on a wall. Adjust the angle of the cradle: #Slide the lock switch to “RELEASE”. $Rotate the cradle 90° until it faces straight %Slide the lock switch to “LOCK” with the cradle facing straight Connect the AC adaptor.
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Install screws using the wall template below. Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide down. •Raise the antennas. To charge the handset battery: Place the handset in the cradle as shown. •The IN USE/CHARGE indicator lights. Wall Template Screws For Australia To Telephone Plug...
Using an Optional Headset Plugging an optional headset into the handset allows a hands-free phone conversation. Please use only the Panasonic KX-TCA88 headset. Connecting the headset to the handset Open the headset jack cover, and connect the headset to the headset jack as shown below.
Battery Replacement If “Recharge battery” is displayed and/or “ fully charged, replace the battery with a new Panasonic P-P510 (N4HKGMB00001) battery. Carefully insert a flat metal object in the slot, and push forward to release the lock. Remove the handset cover.
If the Following Appear... If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages will be displayed on the handset or the base unit. Handset display Recharge battery No link to base. Place on cradle and try again. Please lift up and try again Directory full Not available...
Base unit display SUN 12:00AM 0 message Greeting record Recording error SUN 12:00AM Message full Handset in use When the clock needs adjusting, the day and time flashes with “ ”. Adjust the clock (p. 20). Your greeting message was not recorded correctly.
Before Requesting Help Cordless Telephone Problem “No link to base. Place on cradle and try again.” is displayed and an alarm tone sounds. Static, sound cuts in/out, fades. Interference from other electrical units. The handset and/or the base unit do not ring.
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Problem The unit does not display the caller’s name and/or phone number. The handset or base unit display goes to the standby mode while viewing the Caller List. When a second call is received during a conversation, the unit does not display the new caller’s name and/or phone number.
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Before Requesting Help Problem You cannot have a conversation using the handset. You cannot have a conversation using the headset. Answering System Problem The answering system is on, but incoming messages are not recorded. You cannot listen to the recorded messages. “Message full”...
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Problem You cannot operate the answering system with the handset. While recording a greeting message, the unit starts to ring and stops recording. During playback, the unit starts to ring and stops playback. The base unit does not display the name and/or number of the caller whose message is being played.
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•Re-install the battery and place the handset on the base unit (p. 71). Try again. •KX-TG2583ALB/KX-TG2583ALS and KX-TG2583NZS are not designed to be used with rotary (pulse dialling) services. •Programming is not possible while the unit is in the talk or speakerphone mode,...
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Problem Remedy •This is normal. The IN USE/CHARGE indicator light does not go out while charging. For New Zealand Customers Panasonic New Zealand operates a toll free Customer Support Centre. Please phone 0800 Panasonic (0800 726276) for assistance.
Adding Another Phone This unit will not function during a power failure. To connect a standard telephone on the same line, use a telephone double adaptor (for Australia) or a T-adaptor (for New Zealand). For Australia Standard Telephone (Optional) Telephone Double Adaptor Socket For New Zealand...
Safety Instructions Take special care to follow the safety suggestions listed below. Safety 1) The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. 2) When left unused for a long period of time, the base unit should be unplugged from the household AC outlet.
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Safety Instructions WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THE BASE UNIT TO LIQUID OR ANY TYPE OF MOISTURE. ONLY THE HANDSET IS SHOCK AND SPLASH RESISTANT. When a failure occurs which results in the internal parts becoming accessible, disconnect AC adaptor immediately and return this unit to the place of purchase or service centre.
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Splash-Resistant (HANDSET ONLY) The handset is designed to be splash resistant. You can use the handset with wet hands. CAUTION: •Do not immerse in water or leave under running water. •Keep the handset away from salt water or liquids containing chemicals. •Avoid exposure to prolonged high humidity.
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Safety Instructions For New Zealand Users Only The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
Important Information Instructions to customer Installation Attached to this apparatus is an approval label. This label is evidence that it is a “Permitted Attachment” which has been authorised to be connected to your telephone service. Conditions relating to connection and operation of this Permitted Attachment are contained in Telecommunications General By-Law 220 (5).
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WARNING This cordless telephone system does not incorporate provision for secrecy of conversations. Appropriately tuned radio equipment and other cordless telephone systems in close proximity may be used by a third party to monitor and possibly interrupt conversations in progress when this system is on radio operation.
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Kyushu Matsushita Electric Co., Ltd. 1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan PQQX13096ZB-BM Printed in Malaysia SM0501NA1071...