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User Manual
- Owner's manual - (English)
- Cellular Compatibility Chart - (English)
- Bluetooth Headset Compatibility Chart - (English)
- Getting Started
- Controls
- Language setting
- Date and time
- Link to cell feature
- Pairing a cellular phone
- Useful Information
Table of contents
Owner 's Manual for Cordless Phone
Getting Started
Connecting the AC adaptor
Base unit
- Connect the AC adaptor plug to the unit until you hear a click.
- Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet.
Note:
- Use only the supplied Panasonic AC PNLV234.
- Follow the directions on the display to set up the unit.
Charger
- Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet.
Connecting the telephone line cord
Refer to one of the following methods depending on your situation:
– To connect to a 2-line telephone jack: page 9
– To connect to 2 single-line telephone jacks: page 9
– If you use the unit as a single-line telephone only: page 9
Connect the telephone line cord until it clicks into the base unit and telephone line jack.
To connect to a 2-line telephone jack
- Connect the “GREEN” plug telephone line cord (4-wire cord) (
) to the unit, then to the 2-line telephone jack (RJ14C) ( 
) until you hear a click.
To connect to 2 single-line telephone jacks
- For Line 1: Connect the “Transparent” plug telephone line cord (2-wire cord) ( ) to the unit, then to the Line 1 single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) ( ) until you hear a click.
- For Line 2: Connect the “GREEN” plug telephone line cord (4-wire cord) (
) to the unit, then to the Line 2 single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) ( 
) until you hear a click
If you use the unit as a single-line telephone only
Be sure to connect the telephone line cord to LINE 1/2. Change the line selection mode from “Auto” to “Line1” (page 17).
- Connect the “Transparent” plug telephone line cord (2-wire cord) ( ) to the unit, then to the single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) ( ) until you hear a click.
Note:
- “Check tel line2” is displayed on the unit. To erase it, see page 64.
If you subscribe to a DSL/ADSL service
Please attach a DSL/ADSL filter (contact your DSL/ ADSL provider) to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack in the event of the following:
– noise is heard during conversations.
– Caller ID features do not function properly.
To connect to a 2-line telephone jack
Example: DSL/ADSL line is line 2
- Connect the “Transparent” plug telephone line cord (2-wire cord) ( ) to the 2-line splitter ( ) until you hear a click.
- Connect the “GREEN” plug telephone line cord (4-wire cord) ( ) to a DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) ( ), then to the 2-line splitter ( ) until you hear a click.
- Connect the 2-line splitter ( ) to the 2-line telephone jack (RJ14C) (
) until you hear a click.
*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL service.
To connect to 2 single-line telephone jacks
Example: DSL/ADSL line is line 2
- Connect the “Transparent” plug telephone line cord (2-wire cord) ( ) to the unit, then to the single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) ( ) until you hear a click.
- Connect the “GREEN” plug telephone line cord (4-wire cord) ( ) to a DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) ( ), then to the single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) ( ) until you hear a click.
*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL service.
Battery installation
- USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size (1).
- Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries.
- Confirm correct polarities (
, 
).
- Follow the directions on the display to set up the unit.
Battery charging
Charge for about 7 hours.
- Confirm “Charging” is displayed (1).
- When the batteries are fully charged, “Fully charged” is displayed.
Note when setting up
Note for connections
- The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.)
- The AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a horizontally oriented AC outlet that faces the floor, such as an AC outlet installed on a ceiling or under a table, as the weight of the adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.
Note for battery installation
Use the supplied rechargeable batteries. For replacement, we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 4, 6.
Note for battery charging
- It is normal for the handset to feel warm during charging.
- Clean the charge contacts of the handset, base unit, and charger with a soft and dry cloth once a month. Before cleaning the unit, disconnect from power outlets and any telephone line cords. Clean more often if the unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high humidity.
Battery level
Ni-MH battery performance (supplied batteries)
*1 If eco mode is on.
Note:
- Actual battery performance depends on usage and ambient environment.
Power back-up operation
When a power failure occurs, you can use the unit temporarily by inserting 2 standard AAA (R03) size batteries into the base unit. Both alkaline batteries and rechargeable batteries can be used for the base unit, but we recommend that you use the charged batteries (supplied) installed in your handset.
Battery installation
- Open the handset cover (1), then remove the batteries (2).
- Disconnect the telephone line cord(s) (3).
- Open the battery cover (4).
- Install the batteries in the battery compartment (5).
- When finished, close the cover, then reconnect the telephone line cord(s) (6).
- When this feature is turned on,
is displayed.
Note:
- Do not insert the batteries into the base unit except during power failure. (The base unit may be damaged due to battery leakage.)
- The batteries for the base unit are not supplied.
- The speaker volume of the base unit is limited during a power failure (level 5 max.).
Battery caution
- The batteries should be used correctly, otherwise the unit may be damaged due to battery leakage.
- Do not mix old, new or different types of batteries.
- Do not charge, short-circuit, disassemble, or heat the batteries.
- Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
- It is recommended that batteries are replaced annually.
- It is recommended that batteries are replaced after a power outage.
- Operating time may be shortened depending on usage conditions, ambient temperature, and battery quality.
- Remove all the batteries when replacing.
- Do not use Manganese batteries.
- Rechargeable batteries will not charge while they are in the base unit.
- If there is a connected device (for example, a modem) between the base unit and the telephone line jack, the power backup operation of the unit may not function, even if a backup battery is in the base unit.
Battery life
When the batteries are fully charged, operating time varies depending on usage.
Ni-MH batteries
Note:
- The operating time depends on the type of batteries.
- The battery cannot be charged even if the AC adaptor is connected.
- If
on the base unit flashes, the battery power is low. Install new batteries as soon as possible.
Intelligent eco mode
This feature automatically reduces handset power consumption by suppressing handset transmission power when the handset is close to the base unit.
- When this feature is activated,
is displayed. However, during a call, is not displayed even though this feature is activated. - Eco mode is turned off when the clarity booster is activated (page 24).
Controls
Handset
Control type
A . Soft keys
By pressing a soft key, you can select the feature shown directly above it on the display.
B. Navigator key
– 
: Scroll through various lists and items.
– 
(Volume: 
or 
): Adjust the receiver or speaker volume while talking.
– 
: View the phonebook entry.
– 
REDIAL: View the redial list.
– 
MCN CID (Caller ID): View the caller list.
Base unit
Control type
A . Soft keys
By pressing a soft key, you can select the feature shown directly above it on the display.
B. Navigator key
– 
: Scroll through various lists and items.
– VOL. (Volume: or ): Adjust the speaker volume while talking.
– 
: Repeat/skip messages during playback.
Charging the cellular phone by USB
By connecting a USB cable (not supplied) to the cellular phone and the base unit, you can charge a cellular phone. However, the cellular phone cannot exchange data with the base unit through a USB cable.
Note:
- USB charging may not work properly depending on the cellular phone’s specifications.
Display icons/Indicators
Handset display items
*1 A cellular phone is connected. Ready to make/receive cellular calls. Corresponding landline number(s) is(are) indicated next to the item.
*2 During a call, the item is not displayed even though the feature is activated.
*3 Corresponding cellular line(s) is(are) indicated next to the item.
*4 Corresponding lines (1, 2: landline, C: cellular line) are indicated next to the item. If all lines are turned off, no line is indicated.
Base unit display items
*1 Corresponding lines (L1, L2: landline, C1-C4: cellular line) are indicated next to the item.
*2 Corresponding landline number(s) is(are) indicated next to the item.
CELL indicators on the base unit
The CELL indicators show each cellular line status.
Bluetooth HEADSET indicator on the base unit
The HEADSET indicator shows the Bluetooth headset status.
LINE indicator on the base unit
The LINE indicators show the status of each line, respectively, as follows
Language setting
Display language
You can select either “English” or “Español” as the display language. The default setting is “English”.
1. 
2. 
: Select the desired setting. 
[SAVE]
3. Proceed with the operation for your unit.
Handset: [OFF]
Base unit: [EXIT]
Voice guidance language
Program this setting using either the base unit or one of the handsets.
Handset / Base unit
1. 
2. 
: Select the desired setting. [SAVE]
3. Proceed with the operation for your unit.
Handset: [OFF]
Base unit: [EXIT]
Date and time
Program this setting using either the base unit or one of the handsets.
Handset / Base unit
- Enter the current month, date, and year by selecting 2 digits for each. Example: July 15, 2013
- [OK]
- Enter the current hour and minute (12-hour clock format) by selecting 2 digits for each. Example: 9:30
- Proceed with the operation for your unit. Handset:
: Select “AM” or “PM”. Base unit: [AM/PM]: Select “AM” or “PM”. - [SAVE]
- Proceed with the operation for your unit. Handset: [OFF] Base unit: [EXIT]
Note:
- When English is selected as the display language, 12-hour clock format is used. When Spanish is selected, 24-hour clock format is used.
Link to cell feature
To use this feature, you must first pair and connect your cellular phones to the base unit (page 18). Your cellular phones must have Bluetooth wireless technology that is compatible with this product. This feature allows you to:
– make or answer cellular calls using your home phone (handset or base unit) with better reception.
– maximize the benefits of cellular services (such as free night and weekend calls, or cellular to cellular call plans) by utilizing unused peak minutes with your home phone.
– conserve the battery power of your cellular phone while the unit is on a cellular call. (We recommend charging your cellular phone during the cellular call as your cellular phone battery is being consumed.)
Important:
- You may pair a maximum of 4 cellular phones and 1 headset. However, the base unit allows only one Bluetooth to be active at a time.
- Locate your cellular phone near the base unit. If the cellular phone is too close to the base unit during a cellular call, you may hear noise. For best performance, we recommend placing the cellular phone between 0.6 m to 3 m (2 feet to 10 feet) away from the base unit.
Pairing a cellular phone
Program this setting using either the base unit or one of the handsets.
Important:
- For more details and the list of compatible cellular phones, please visit our Web site: shoppanasonic/bluetooth-phone
- Before pairing a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone to the base unit, make sure that no other Bluetooth device such as a Bluetooth headset is connected to your cellular phone.
Handset / Base unit
1. For CELL 1: 
For CELL 2: 
For CELL 3: 
For CELL 4: 
- After the corresponding CELL indicator on the base unit starts flashing, the rest of the procedure must be completed within 5 minutes.
2. Your cellular phone:
While the corresponding CELL indicator is flashing, follow the instructions of your cellular phone to enter the pairing mode.
- Depending on your cellular phone, it may ask you to enter the base unit PIN (default: “0000”).
3. Wait until a long beep sounds.
- It may take more than 10 seconds to complete pairing.
- When the CELL indicator lights up, the cellular phone is connected to the base unit. You are ready to make cellular calls.
4. Proceed with the operation for your unit.
Handset: 
Base unit: 
Note:
- Make sure that your cellular phone is set to connect to this product automatically. Refer to your cellular phone’s operating instructions.
- Make sure you cancel your cellular phone’s current pairing if you want to pair it to the other line (page 18).
Unpairing a cellular phone
You can cancel the pairing of a cellular phone that is stored in the base unit.
Program this setting using either the base unit or one of the handsets.
Handset / Base unit
1. For CELL 1: 
For CELL 2: 
For CELL 3: 
For CELL 4: 
2. : “Yes” 
- When the cellular phone is unpaired, the CELL indicator is turned off.
3. Proceed with the operation for your unit.
Handset:
Base unit:
Useful Information
Error messages
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Display message |
Cause/solution |
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Base no power or No link. Re-connect base AC adaptor. |
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Busy |
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Check tel line1 Check tel line2 |
To erase “Check tel line1”, press To erase “Check tel line2”, press When a power failure occurs, the message is displayed again. Erase again as above. |
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Error!! |
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Failed |
– Someone is using a cellular line or headset. Try again later. – Make sure that the cellular phone or headset is not connected to other Bluetooth devices. |
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Invalid |
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Requires subscription to Caller ID. |
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Use rechargeable battery. |
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Troubleshooting
If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor, then reconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor. Remove the batteries from the handset, and then insert the batteries into the handset again.
General use
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Problem |
Cause/solution |
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The handset does not turn on even after installing charged batteries. |
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The unit does not work. |
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I cannot pair a cellular phone to the base unit. |
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I cannot connect a cellular phone to the base unit. |
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I cannot hear a dial tone. |
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The base unit beeps. |
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Menu list
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Problem |
Cause/solution |
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The display is in a language I cannot read. |
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I cannot register a handset to a base unit. |
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Battery recharge
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Problem |
Cause/solution |
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The handset beeps and/or |
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I fully charged the batteries, but – – – the operating time seems to be shorter. |
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flashes.
still flashes,
is displayed, or
,
) and the charge contacts with a dry cloth and charge again.Making/answering calls, intercom
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Problem |
Cause/solution |
 is displayed. |
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| Noise is heard, sound cuts in and out. |
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The handset or base unit does not ring. |
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I cannot make local calls with the handset or base unit using a cellular line. |
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I cannot make or answer cellular calls with the handset or base unit. |
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I can make and answer cellular calls but cannot hear a sound. |
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I cannot switch cellular calls from the unit to the cellular phone. |
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I cannot make a call using the landline. |
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I cannot make long distance calls. |
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Caller ID/Talking Caller ID
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Problem |
Cause/solution |
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Caller information is not displayed. |
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Caller information is displayed or announced late. |
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Caller information is not announced. |
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The caller list/incoming phone numbers are not edited automatically. |
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I cannot dial the phone number edited in the caller list. |
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Time on the unit has shifted. |
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The 2nd caller’s information is not displayed during an outside call. |
After subscribing, you may need to contact your phone service provider again to activate this specific service, even if you already subscribed to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services (CWID). |
Using Bluetooth devices
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Problem |
Cause/solution |
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I cannot copy phonebook entries from a cellular phone. |
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I cannot have a conversation using the headset. |
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Noise is heard during a call on the headset. |
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I cannot connect my headset to the base unit. |
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Some headset enhanced features are not available. |
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An error tone is heard when I try to program the Bluetooth feature. |
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Text message (SMS) alert is not announced. |
To make the unit announce text message (SMS) alerts, there are 2 methods available, depending on whether or not you want the unit to emit the same ring as the cellular phone when a call is being received on the cellular phone. – If you prefer the same ring as the cellular phone, select “On (with Talking CID)” of the “Ring as cell (limited)” setting. – If you prefer the same ring as the unit, select “Off” of the “Ring as cell (limited)” setting, and select “On” of the “Talking Caller ID” setting on the handset and base unit.
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Answering system
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Problem |
Cause/solution |
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The unit does not record new messages. |
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I cannot operate the answering system remotely. |
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The unit does not emit the specified number of rings. |
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Bluetooth PIN
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Problem |
Cause/solution |
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I cannot remember the PIN. |
Handset/Base unit: 1. 2. 3. Enter the new 4-digit PIN. 4. Enter the new 4-digit PIN again. |
Liquid damage
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Problem |
Cause/solution |
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Liquid or other form of moisture has entered the handset/base unit. |
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Caution:
- To avoid permanent damage, do not use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process.
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