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Panasonic KX-TCD955EC Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE
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Charge the batteries for about 4 hours before initial use.
This equipment is not designed for making emergency
telephony calls when the power fails. Alternative arrangements
should be made for access to emergency services.
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Digital Cordless Phone
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Caller ID Compatible

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  • Page 1 Digital Cordless Phone KX-TCD955EC Model No. Operating Instructions D E F A B C M N O J K L G H I W XY Z T U V PQ RS P W R R C L PLEASE READ BEFORE USE Caller ID Compatible AND SAVE.

  • Page 2: Important Information

    Important Information Any other usage will invalidate the APPROVED for connection to approval of the apparatus if as a telecommunication systems spec- result, it then ceases to conform to ified in the instructions for use the standards against which approval subject to the conditions set out was granted.
  • Page 3 a) This apparatus may be used on 999 or 112 can be dialled on the telecommunication systems apparatus for the purposes of making employing LD and MF signalling. It outgoing calls to the BT Emergency is suitable for connection to a (999 or 112) Service.

  • Page 4: Before Initial Use

    Before Initial Use Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic digital cordless telephone. Caller ID, where available, is a telephone company service. After subscribing to Caller ID, this phone will display the caller’s phone number. For your future reference Serial No.

  • Page 5: For Best Performance

    For Best Performance Battery Charge Rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries power the handset. Install the batteries (p. 9) and charge them for about 4 hours before initial use (p. 11). Base Unit Location Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using wireless radio waves. For maximum distance and noise-free operation, the recommended base unit location is: Away from electrical appliances such as a TV, In a HIGH and CENTRAL location with...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using the Phonebook ....24 Chapter 1 Storing Names and Numbers Preparation in the Phonebook ......24 Location of Controls ......8 Finding Items in the Phonebook...26 Display ..........9 Dialling from the Phonebook ..26 Settings ..........9 Editing an Item in the Installing the Batteries in the Phonebook ........27 Handset .........9 Clearing an Item from...
  • Page 7 Setting the Range Warning Chapter 5 Alarm ..........40 Useful Information Setting the Battery Low Alarm..41 Replacing the Batteries....54 Selecting the Talk Mode Display ..41 Using the Belt Clip .......55 Clearing the Settings Before Requesting Help ....56 in Memory ........42 Safety Instructions ......59 Adding Another Phone....60 Chapter 4 Important Notice Concerning the...

  • Page 8: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls Base unit Charge Contacts (p. 11) Antenna CALLER ID Indicator (p. 19) Charge Indicator ( ) (p. 11) In Use Indicator ( ) (p. 29, 45) Page Button (p. 29, 51) Handset Intercom Button IN T Display (p. 9) (p.

  • Page 9: Display

    Display A B C D E F G H I a b c d e f g 1234567890123456 Icons The call prohibition icon is displayed The in range icon indicates that the when this mode is turned on (p. 37). handset is in range of the base unit.

  • Page 10: Connections

    “Telephone Network Voltage”. TNV* USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR KX-TCA9E OR KX-TCA11E. Be careful not to confuse the telephone line jack with the AC adaptor jack on the base unit. If connected improperly, the base unit will not work and damage may occur.

  • Page 11: Battery Charge

    15 seconds, recharge the batteries. 3 New Calls 3 New Calls Base 1 Battery information After your Panasonic batteries are fully charged: Operation Approx. Ni-Cd battery life (Included) Approx. Ni-MH battery life (Optional) While in use (Talk) Up to about 6 hours...

  • Page 12: Turning The Power On

    Settings Turning the Power ON You can choose wheter to display the base Press unit number, handset number or no display in After all possible configurations briefly appear, the stand-by mode by programming (p. 50). the display will change to the following. Then the handset is in the stand-by mode.

  • Page 13: Selecting The Dialling Mode

    Selecting the Dialling Mode You can program the dialling mode to tone or pulse. If you have touch tone service, set to tone. If rotary or pulse service is used, set to pulse. The factory preset is tone. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 12) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. Press OKH .

  • Page 14: Selecting The Handset Ringer Volume/Pattern

    Settings Selecting the Handset Ringer Volume/Pattern You can program the desired handset ringer volume and pattern. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 12) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. Ringer volume Ringer pattern 7 levels are available. The lowest level is 1. The You can program the desired handset ringer highest level is 6.

  • Page 15: Selecting The Base Unit Ringer Volume

    Selecting the Base Unit Ringer Volume 4 levels (HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW, OFF) are available. The factory preset is MEDIUM. When set to OFF, the base unit will not ring. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 12) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. Press Press the desired volume level G or F until the arrow points to...

  • Page 16: Making Calls

    Making Calls Make sure that the power is ON (p. 12). If “ ” flashes and an alarm tone sounds after pressing , move closer to the Press base unit. Then try again. “ ” is displayed. You can choose whether to display the length Dial a phone number.
  • Page 17 If the same phone number is stored in the To redial the last number dialled phonebook (p. 24), the name will be displayed. Press To store a redial number in the Press phonebook While the desired number is displayed, H R e d i a l OKH .

  • Page 18: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls Make sure that the power is ON (p. 12), otherwise the handset will not ring. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the calling party information will be displayed after the first ring (p. 19). In order to view the Caller ID information, please wait until the second ring to answer a call. Auto talk Press You can also answer a call by pressing any...

  • Page 19: Caller Id Service

    Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with a Caller ID service offered by your telephone company. After subscribing to a Caller ID service, the calling party’s information will be displayed after the first ring. The unit can record information of up to 50 different callers in the Caller List. Using this list, you can automatically call back a caller.

  • Page 20: Using The Caller List

    Using the Caller List Viewing the Caller List Information of up to 50 different callers is sorted from the most recent to the oldest call in the Caller List. When the 51st call is received, the oldest call is deleted. Each caller’s phone number, the time and day received are shown.

  • Page 21: Calling Back From The Caller List

    Calling Back from the Caller List Press Press The displayed phone number is dialled Press G or F until the arrow points to automatically. “Caller ID”. To hang up, press or place the OKH . Press handset on the base unit. The most recent caller’s information is The handset will return to the stand-by displayed.

  • Page 22: Storing Caller List Information In The Phonebook

    Using the Caller List Storing Caller List Information in the Phonebook You can store phone numbers that are in the Caller List in the phonebook. You can also select a separate ring tone for callers by setting “Private ring” (p. 24). Make sure that the power is ON (p.

  • Page 23: Clearing Caller List Information

    Clearing Caller List Information You can clear some or all entries in the Caller List. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 12) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. To clear all entries in the Caller To clear a specific entry from List the Caller List Press...

  • Page 24: Using The Phonebook

    Using the Phonebook You can store up to 70 names and phone numbers in the phonebook. All phonebook items are sorted by the first word in alphabetical order. Using the phonebook, you can make a call by selecting a name on the display.
  • Page 25 To enter names selecting characters The dialling buttons can be used to enter letters and character symbols. The letters are printed on the dialling buttons. Pressing each button selects a character as shown below. To shift from capital to lower case, press .

  • Page 26: Finding Items In The Phonebook

    Using the Phonebook Finding Items in the Phonebook Press G or F to enter the phonebook. To search for a name by initial The first item is displayed. Press G or F to enter the phonebook. The first item is displayed. A N N E 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the dialling button for the first...

  • Page 27: Editing An Item In The Phonebook

    Editing an Item in the Phonebook Press G or F until the desired name is Add a number to the current number. displayed. Pressing I erases the digit to the left of the cursor. To erase all digits, press I You can also search for the item by the initial (p.

  • Page 28: Special Features

    Special Features How to Use the Pause Feature (For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users) We recommend you insert “Pause” if a pause is required for dialling with a PBX or to access a long distance service. Ex. Line access number (PBX) Press H P a u s e...

  • Page 29: Handset Locator

    If 5 beeps sound in step 5, the entered password is incorrect. Enter the correct password. You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing Handset Locator From the base unit, you can locate the handset or page a person at the handset with ring tones. Handset 1 display Press The in use indicator (...

  • Page 30: Setting The Key Lock

    Special Features Setting the Key Lock You can lock the handset dialling buttons. Only incoming calls are accepted until the key lock is cancelled. When the unit is in the stand-by mode, press and hold until a beep sounds. 7 N e w C a l l s “Key Lock”...
  • Page 31 The earth relay can be installed as an option depending on your PBX requirements. Please consult your nearest Panasonic Service Centre for installation. Then you can select the time break recall or earth mode. The factory preset is the time break recall.

  • Page 32: Summary Of Programmable Functions

    Summary of Programmable Functions You can program the following function items using the handset near the base unit. The display shows the instructions. See the corresponding pages for function details. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 12) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. <Stand-by mode>...
  • Page 33 <Function menu> H K e y T o n e O N / O F F To set the key tone (p. 40) To select the handset ringer volume (p. 14) R i n g e r V o l u m e To select the handset ringer pattern (p.

  • Page 34: Setting The Password

    Enter the correct password. You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing Once you have programmed the password, you cannot confirm it. We recommend you write down the password. If you forget it, please consult your nearest Panasonic Service Centre.

  • Page 35: On The Base Unit

    We recommend you I n p u t C o m m a n d write down the password. If you forget it, 5 - - - - - - - - please consult your nearest Panasonic Service Centre.

  • Page 36: Direct Call

    Direct Call You can easily make a call using a stored direct call number by pressing . Incoming calls are accepted. To use this feature, store the direct call number and turn on the mode by programming. The factory preset is OFF. Setting the Direct Call Number and Mode Press While the arrow is at “Save”, press...

  • Page 37: Call Prohibition

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 0 : - - - - Enter the handset password (p. 34). If you forget your handset password, please The current mode is displayed. consult your nearest Panasonic Service Centre. Press G or F to select ON. OKH . Press A confirmation tone sounds and “...

  • Page 38: Call Restriction

    Call Restriction You can restrict desired handset(s) from dialling selected phone numbers. Phone numbers beginning with the restricted digits cannot be dialled out. For example, if “00” is assigned as the call restriction number, international calls cannot be made. For selected handset(s), you can assign up to 6 call restriction numbers (up to 8 digits). Set the call restricted handset(s) and the restriction number(s) by programming.
  • Page 39 When you dial a restricted number, To cancel the call restriction the call is disconnected, and the dialled number number(s) flashes. Follow steps 1 to 9 on page 38. In step 10, Ex. The restricted number is “00”. OKH until the call restriction number press you want to cancel is displayed.

  • Page 40: Other Programmable Settings

    Other Programmable Settings Setting the Key Tones You can choose whether or not the handset keys will sound tones (key tone, confirmation tone, error tone). The factory preset is ON. Press While “Key Tone ON/OFF” is at the arrow, press Press G or F until the arrow points to The current setting is at the arrow.

  • Page 41: Setting The Battery Low Alarm

    Setting the Battery Low Alarm You can choose whether or not the handset will sound a battery low alarm. The factory preset is ON. Press G or F to select ON or OFF. Press Press G or F until the arrow points to OKH .

  • Page 42: Clearing The Settings In Memory

    Clearing the Settings in Memory On the handset This function enables the handset to clear the following settings at one time. They will return to their initial settings. Function Initial setting Function Initial setting Base unit access Automatic base Call prohibition unit access Direct call mode Key tones...
  • Page 43 On the base unit This function enables the base unit to clear the following settings at one time. They will return to their initial settings. Function Initial setting Function Initial setting Bell selection All handsets Call restricted All clear handset(s) Dialling mode Tone Call restriction...

  • Page 44: For Optional Multi-Unit Users

    The optional handset model number is KX-TCA105EC. The functions of the optional handset are the same as the those of KX-TCD955EC handset. An optional charger, KX-TCA110EB, is available from your Panasonic dealer. Operating More than One Base Unit You can register and operate your handset at up to 4 base units.

  • Page 45: Registration

    Registration Registering a Handset in the Base Unit You must register the handset in the base unit before use. Charge the optional handset batteries for about 4 hours before initial use. Make sure that the power is ON (p. 12) and the unit is in the stand-by mode. Register the handset number within 1 minute.

  • Page 46: Selecting The Base Unit Access

    Registration Selecting the Base Unit Access Automatic base unit access (Auto) The handset automatically selects a registered base unit. When the handset moves to another base unit radio area, it loses contact with the previous base unit and automatically accesses the new base unit. If the handset is in the overlap area between several base unit radio areas, the handset will access a base unit in the order of the base unit numbers.

  • Page 47: Cancelling A Handset

    Cancelling a Handset Each handset can cancel itself or another handset. Press Enter the handset number(s) you want to cancel. Press G or F until the arrow points to The selected handset number(s) flash(es). “Program”. Press OKH . I n p u t C o m m a n d 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press G or F until the arrow points to OKH .

  • Page 48: Bell Selection

    Bell Selection There are three choices for bell selection. When a call is being received: — all handsets ring. “All handsets” — the selected handset(s) ring(s). “Specified handset(s)” — the selected handset rings first, then if it does not answer, all other handsets will ring. “First handset”...

  • Page 49: Selecting All Handsets

    Selecting first handset Press OKH . A confirmation tone sounds. One handset will ring first, then all other The display will return to “Setting handsets will ring if the first handset is not Base”. To return to the stand-by mode, answered.

  • Page 50: Selecting The Stand-By Mode Display

    Selecting the Stand-By Mode Display You can choose whether to display the currently connected base unit number, handset number or no display while in the stand-by mode. The factory preset is the base unit number. Press Press to return to the stand-by mode.

  • Page 51: Paging/Intercom

    Paging/Intercom Paging All Handsets from the Base Unit The base unit user can page all handsets. Press All handsets will ring for 1 minute. To stop paging, press again or press on one of the handsets. Intercom between Handsets A 2-way intercom is available between handsets. Ex.

  • Page 52: Transferring A Call From One Handset To Another

    Paging/Intercom Transferring a Call from One Handset to Another The intercom can be used during a call, enabling you to transfer a call between handsets registered to the same base unit. Transferring a call using the Transferring a call without the intercom intercom Ex.

  • Page 53: Conference

    Conference During a call using the handset, you can make an intercom call to another handset and then combine the calls together to establish a conference call between handsets registered to the same base unit. Handset 1: Handset 1: During a call, press .

  • Page 54: Replacing The Batteries

    Ni-MH battery: For about 8 hours Discard defective batteries as soon as possible. Defective batteries may leak into the unit. Please use only Panasonic P-03H or P-P03S batteries. If the rechargeable batteries are not inserted correctly, the handset will not work.

  • Page 55: Using The Belt Clip

    Caution: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the batteries specified. 2. Do not use non-rechargeable batteries. 3. Do not mix old and new batteries. 4. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions.

  • Page 56: Before Requesting Help

    Before Requesting Help Problem Remedy The unit does not work. Turn the power ON (p. 12). Check the settings (p. 9–15). Charge the batteries fully (p. 11). Clean the charge contacts and charge again (p. 11). Unplug the AC adaptor and turn the power OFF to reset.
  • Page 57 Problem Remedy The handset does not ring. Turn the power ON (p. 12). The ringer is set to OFF. Select the desired volume level (p. 14). The base unit does not ring. The ringer is set to OFF. Set to HIGH, MEDIUM or LOW (p.
  • Page 58 Before Requesting Help Problem Remedy The paged handset does not answer. The handset is not in the same radio area. The handset is engaged in an outside call. The handset has been cancelled or has not been registered. Register the handset in the base unit (p.

  • Page 59: Safety Instructions

    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 the unit is not used, turn the power off. When left unused for a long period of time, the base unit should be unplugged from the household AC outlet.

  • Page 60: Adding Another Phone

    Adding Another Phone This unit will not function during a power failure. To connect a standard telephone on the same line, use a T-adaptor. To B.T. Socket T-Adaptor Telephone Line Cord Standard Telephone Important Notice Concerning the Correct Use and Charging of Ni-Cd (Ni-MH) Batteries Batteries, due to their construction, undergo some wear and tear.

  • Page 61: Term Definitions

    Dear purchaser, You have acquired a KX-TCD955EC, which is a product made in regard with the European Standards for Cordless Telephones (DECT). DECT technology is characterised by high-security protection against interceptions as well as high-quality digital transmission. This telephone was designed for a wide range of applications.
  • Page 62 8. The guarantee period applicable to this product shall be 12 months. Please keep these Operating Instructions with your receipt. Panasonic Business Systems U.K. Receipt No. Date of Purchase Model No. KX-TCD955EC...
  • Page 64 73/23/EEC 89/336/EEC 92/31/EEC 93/68/EEC Sales Department: Panasonic Business Systems U.K. Panasonic House, Willoughby Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8FP Manufacturer: Kyushu Matsushita Electric (U.K.) Ltd. Pencarn Way, Duffryn, Newport, South Wales, NP10 8YE, United Kingdom PQQX12192ZB-UK Printed in the United Kingdom...

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