Panasonic Global Voip Telephone Bb-gt1500, Bb-gt1540 Operating Instructions

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For A assistance, visit www.joip.com
Using A service 
features
A service offers not only IP phone 
features but other various features such 
as ringtones, text messages, community 
directory, and more. For further 
information, visit the A website at 
www.joip.com
Importing downloaded 
phonebook items to the 
handset N
You can add and edit phonebook items 
by accessing your account on the A 
website (www.joip.com), then 
downloading your web phonebook to the 
base unit.
“New phonebook” is displayed after 
new phonebook items are downloaded. 
Import them to a handset.
1{C} i {MENU}
2{V}/{^}: “Import phonebook”
3{SELECT}
Note:
L“New phonebook” disappears from 
all handsets’ displays after the 
handset imported the phonebook 
items. Other handset users can import 
the phonebook items separately.
Importing downloaded 
ringtones to the handset N
You can download a maximum of 3 
ringtones to the base unit using the A 
website (www.joip.com). After new 
ringtones are downloaded, “New 
ringer” is displayed on the handset. 
You can import these ringtones to the 
handset. A maximum of 3 imported 
ringtones can be stored in a handset at one time. You can also set them as the 
handset ringer(s).
1{MENU} i {#}{1}{7}{0}
2{V}/{^}: Select the desired ringtone.
3{SELECT}
L“Receiving” is displayed on the 
handset while importing.
LWhen the item has been 
imported, “Completed” is 
displayed.
4To assign the ringtone to a line:
{V}/{^}: “Yes” i {SELECT}
Not to assign the ringtone to a line:
{V}/{^}: “No” i {SELECT} i 
Go to step 6.
5{V}/{^}: Select the desired line.
LTo import other ringtones, repeat 
from step 2.
6{OFF}
Note:
L“New ringer” disappears from all 
handset displays after step 1. Other 
handset users can import the 
ringtones separately.
LTo assign a ringtone to a line later, see 
page 53.
LTo use a ringtone for a ringer ID of a 
handset phonebook item, see page 
39, 40.
LTo use a ringtone for the alarm, see 
page 54.
LIn step 3, if “Overwrite?” is 
displayed, 3 ringtones have already 
been imported. To overwrite with the 
new one, select a ringtone you do not 
need. i {OK}
LIf the overwritten ringtone was used 
for:
– a handset ringer, “Tone 1” 
(landline) or “Tone 2” (IP line) is 
used instead
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– a ringer ID of a handset phonebook 
item, the ringer set on page 53 is 
used instead
– the alarm, “Tone 1” is used 
instead
LDownloaded ringtones are 
temporarily stored in the base unit. 
When a 4th ringtone is downloaded to 
the base unit, it replaces the oldest 
one. All ringtones will be erased by 
pressing {IP RESET} (page 76).
A text messages N
You can view the A text messages 
using a handset.
The unit can receive a maximum of 88 
messages. The number of received 
messages may decrease depending on 
the size of each message as follows:
*1 The maximum number of characters 
per message
Note:
LThe unit erases the oldest message 
when the message memory is full. We 
recommend you protect the 
messages you want to keep (page 
72).
Viewing A text messages
When new text messages have been 
received:
–“New joip message” is displayed if 
the A text message alert is on 
(page 73).
– The message indicator on the handset 
also flashes slowly if both the A text 
message alert and the message alert for the Voice Mail or answering 
system are on (page 64, 66).
1{MENU} i {#}{3}{6}{0}
LThe numbers of the new 
messages and total messages 
are displayed.
2{V}/{^}: Select the desired item. 
i {OK}
LTo view another text message, 
press {BACK} and repeat step 2.
3{OFF}
Note:
LA Q is displayed in the message list 
for a message which has already 
been viewed by any handset.
LIf an arrow (>) is displayed, some 
information is not shown. Push the 
joystick right to see the remaining 
information. To return to the previous 
display, push the joystick left.
L“New joip message” disappears 
from all handset displays after viewing 
all new A text messages.
Protecting a A text message
You can protect a maximum of 8 
messages. When the message memory 
is full, protected messages are not 
erased until you release the protection.
Press {PROTECT} while viewing a 
message.
LTo release the protection, press 
{PROTECT} again.
Erasing a A text message
1While viewing the message list or 
message, press {ERASE}.
2{V}/{^}: “Yes”
3{SELECT} i {OFF}
Erasing all A text messages
You can erase all text messages except 
protected messages (page 72).
Size of messageMaximum 
number of 
messages
320 characters
*114
12 or less 
characters88
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1{MENU} i {#}{3}{6}{0}
2While viewing the number of the 
total text messages, press 
{ERASE}
3{V}/{^}: “Yes”
4{SELECT} i {OFF}
Turning the A text message alert 
on/off
You can select whether or not “New 
joip message” is displayed on the 
handset when new A messages have 
been received. The default setting is 
“On”.
1{MENU} i {#}{3}{6}{1}
2{V}/{^}: Select the desired setting.
3{SAVE} i {OFF}
“joip service” menu N
Some A services such as Voice Mail 
can be accessed from the “joip 
service” menu using the handset. 
This menu can be downloaded from 
A. Select the desired service from the 
“joip service” menu. The access 
number is automatically dialed via the IP 
line. For further information about the 
services, visit www.joip.com
1{MENU} i {#}{5}{3}{0}
LThe available menu is displayed.
2{V}/{^}: Select the desired item. i 
{SELECT}
LThe unit dials to access the 
service.
3When finished, press {OFF}.
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Belt clip
You can hang the handset on your belt or 
pocket using the included belt clip.
To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
While pressing the top of the clip (A), 
pull the right edge in the direction of the 
arrow (B).
Additional accessories
Sales and support 
information
LTo order replacement accessories, 
call 1-800-332-5368.
LTTY users (hearing or speech 
impaired users) can call 1-866-605-
1277.
Headset (optional)
Connecting a headset to the handset 
allows for hands-free phone 
conversations. We recommend using 
the Panasonic headset noted on page 8.
LHeadset shown is KX-TCA86.
Wall mounting (optional)
By purchasing the optional wall 
mounting adaptor PQKL10078Z1, you 
can mount the base unit on a wall.
AB
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Registering a handset
The included handset and base unit are 
pre-registered. If for some reason the 
handset is not registered to the base 
unit, register the handset.
Important:
LIf you have already deregistered the 
handset, perform steps 2 and 3 only.
1Handset:
{MENU} i {#}{1}{3}{0}
2Base unit:
BB-GT1500
Press and hold {HANDSET 
LOCATOR} until the STATUS 
indicator flashes in red.
BB-GT1540
Press and hold {LOCATOR} until 
the registration tone sounds and the 
STATUS indicator flashes in red.
LIf all registered handsets start 
ringing, stop ringing by pressing 
the same button. Then repeat this 
step.
LAfter the STATUS indicator starts 
flashing in red, the rest of the 
procedure must be completed 
within 90 seconds.
3Handset:
{OKL}
LWhen the handset has been 
registered successfully, _ will 
change to w. If the key tone is 
turned on (page 50), a 
confirmation tone will be heard.
Registering an additional handset
See page 8 for information on the 
available model. Start from step 2.
Deregistering a handset
1
{MENU} i {#}{1}{3}{1}
2{3}{3}{5} i {OK}
3{V}/{^}: Select the handset you 
want to cancel. i {SELECT}
4{V}/{^}: “Yes” i {SELECT}
LWhen you cancel a different 
handset than the one you are now 
using, press {OFF} to exit.
BB-GT1540
1Press and hold {LOCATOR} until 
the registration tone sounds and the 
STATUS indicator flashes in red.
2Press and hold the handset number 
({1} - {8}) that you want to cancel 
until a confirmation tone sounds.
Handset
Base unit
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IP RESET button
Using the {IP RESET} button on the 
bottom of the base unit, you can reset 
the Internet connection settings.
– DHCP connection mode is returned to 
“On” (default).
– If you set the static IP address and 
other settings (“Subnet mask”, 
“Default gateway”, “DNS1”, 
“DNS2”), they are erased.
– The Terms of Use for the A 
services you previously agreed to is 
canceled. You need to agree to it 
again using the handset.
1Make sure that the AC adaptor is 
connected. Press and hold {IP 
RESET} for about 7 seconds with a 
pointed object such as a pen.
2“Please read joip Terms of 
Use. Agree?” is displayed on the 
handset. Read the Terms of Use for 
the A services on the included 
leaflet or at www.joip.com and press 
{YES}.
3Wait until the STATUS indicator 
turns green.
LIf necessary, set the Internet 
connection settings again (page 
29).
Note:
LRingtones and phonebook data 
downloaded from the A website 
(www.joip.com) to the base unit are erased. If necessary, import ringtones 
and phonebook data to the handset 
before pressing {IP RESET} (page 
71).
LA text messages are not affected.
LEntries in the handset phonebook, 
caller list, and redial list are not 
affected.
LThe unit’s settings (excluding internet 
connection settings) are not reset to 
default.
IP RESET
{IP RESET}
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Error messages
If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages is shown on the handset 
display.
Display messageCause/solution
BusyLThe called handset or base unit is in use.
LPrivacy mode is on for the call you tried to join 
(page 34).
LOther units are in use and the system is busy. 
Try again later.
LThe line is in use. Wait until i or S 
disappears from the handset display.
Free calls! Plug 
internet cable. 
www.joip.comLConfirm the Ethernet cable is properly 
connected (page 17).
LCheck the base unit’s IP address using the 
handset: {MENU} i {#}{5}{0}{1}
If necessary, change the base unit’s static IP 
address (page 29).
LCheck your network devices’ (router, modem, 
etc.) connections. If the connections are made 
properly but the problem persists, check your 
network devices’ (router, modem, etc.) 
settings.
LIf you cannot access Internet Web pages 
using your computer, check to see if your 
Internet service provider is having connection 
issues in your area.
LCheck your device connections with the 
installation instructions (page 17). The order 
in which you turn on the devices is important.
LMany installation issues can be resolved by 
resetting all the equipment. First, shut down 
your modem, router, base unit, and computer. 
Then turn the devices back on one at a time in 
this order: modem, router, base unit, 
computer.
LFor more troubleshooting help, visit 
www.joip.com or contact the A service 
provider.
LYou have not received the A number. 
Install the base unit to your local network 
(page 17, 28).
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Error!!LThe handset’s registration has failed. Move 
the handset and base unit away from all 
electrical appliances and try again.
L8 handsets have already been registered to 
the base unit. A previously deregistered 
handset number may still be retained in the 
base unit. To register an additional handset, 
erase an unnecessary handset number (page 
75).
LThe software update of the base unit has 
failed. Confirm that the IP line is not being 
used, and try again (page 55).
FailedLThe handset you tried to copy phonebook 
items to is in use.
LThe handset you tried to copy phonebook 
items to is out of area.
IncompleteLThe destination handset’s phonebook 
memory is full. Erase unnecessary items from 
the destination handset’s phonebook (page 
41).
Invalid. Please 
register to the base 
unitLThe handset is not registered to the base unit. 
Register the handset (page 75).
Invalid settingLThe Internet connection settings are not 
correct. Enter the correct settings (page 29).
joip message
Memory EmptyLThere are no A text messages (page 72).
Memory full
*1LThe message memory for the answering 
system is full. Erase unnecessary messages 
(page 59).
Memory full. Memory 
limited to 8 MSGs.LThe maximum number of A text messages 
you can protect is 8. To release a protected 
text message, see page 72.
Messages full
*1LThe message memory for the answering 
system is full. Erase unnecessary messages 
(page 59).
Display messageCause/solution
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No items storedLYour phonebook or redial list is empty.
LThere is no downloaded data (phonebook 
data, ringtone data, or A service menu 
data) in the base unit.
LThe unit is not registered to the A service. 
Check the connections (page 17) and confirm 
the STATUS indicator lights in green (page 
22).
No link to base. Move 
closer to base, try 
again.LThe handset has lost communication with the 
base unit. Move closer to the base unit, and 
try again.
LUnplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the 
unit. Reconnect the adaptor and try again.
LThe handset’s registration may have been 
canceled. Re-register the handset (page 75).
Phonebook Memory fullLThere is no space to store new items in the 
phonebook. Erase unnecessary items (page 
41).
Please lift up and try 
again.LA handset button was pressed while the 
handset was on the base unit or charger. Lift 
the handset and press the button again.
Please read joip Terms 
of Use. Agree?LYou have not agreed to the Terms of Use for 
the A services. To use the A IP line, you 
need to agree to it using the handset (page 
18).
Protected MSG is not 
erasable.LThe protected messages remain. All other 
messages are erased.
This message contains 
unrecognized 
characters.LThe characters the unit cannot recognize are 
replaced with “_”.
*1 BB-GT1540
Display messageCause/solution
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Troubleshooting
General use
ProblemCause/solution
The unit does not work.LMake sure the battery is installed correctly 
and fully charged (page 18, 20).
LCheck the connections (page 17).
LUnplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the 
unit. Reconnect the adaptor and try again.
LThe handset has not been registered to the 
base unit. Register the handset (page 75).
l I cannot hear a dial tone 
for the IP line.LConfirm the Ethernet cable is properly 
connected (page 17).
LYou have not agreed to the Terms of Use for 
the A services. To use the A IP line, you 
need to agree to it using the handset (page 
18).
LCheck the base unit’s IP address using the 
handset: {MENU} i {#}{5}{0}{1}
If necessary, change the base unit’s static IP 
address (page 29).
LCheck your network devices’ (router, modem, 
etc.) connections. If the connections are made 
properly but the problem persists, check your 
network devices’ (router, modem, etc.) 
settings.
LMany installation issues can be resolved by 
resetting all the equipment. First, shut down 
your modem, router, base unit, and computer. 
Then turn the devices back on one at a time in 
this order: modem, router, base unit, 
computer.
LIf you cannot access Internet Web pages 
using your computer, check to see if your 
Internet service provider is having connection 
issues in your area.
LFor more troubleshooting help, visit 
www.joip.com or contact the A service 
provider.
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