Panasonic Kx Ta824 Operating Manual

 Model No.    KX-TA824
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Advanced Hybrid System.
Please read this manual carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.
KX-TA824: Version  3.0
Advanced Hybrid System
Operating Manual
Document Version: 2007-04 

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Feature Highlights
1.3.7 Built-in Voice Message (BV) 1.3.88 Voice Mail Integration
1.3.57 Local Carrier-based Voice Mail Service 1.1.1 Before Operating a Telephone
1.1.1 Before Operating a Telephone 1.3.34 Direct Inward System Access (DISA)
You can set incoming calls to be forwarded 
to your personal message area to let callers 
leave voice messages when you cannot 
answer the phone.
Built-in Voice Message
Hello, this
is 204. Please
leave your 
message.
You can set your calls to be...

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In this manual,
• Proprietary Telephone is abbreviated as PT*1. 
Single Line Telephone is abbreviated as SLT.
Proprietary Telephone with a Display is abbreviated as Display PT.
 The following icons are used as hints and conditions throughout this manual. For more details, consult your dealer.
*1In this manual, proprietary telephone (PT) means an analog proprietary telephone (APT).
Important Notice
Prior to connection of this product, please verify that the intended operating...

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Important Information
WARNING
• THIS UNIT MAY ONLY BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY QUALIFIED SERVICE 
PERSONNEL.
 IF DAMAGE TO THE UNIT EXPOSES ANY INTERNAL PARTS, DISCONNECT THE 
POWER SUPPLY CORD IMMEDIATELY AND RETURN THE UNIT TO YOUR DEALER.
 UNPLUG THIS UNIT FROM THE AC OUTLET IF IT EMITS SMOKE, AN ABNORMAL 
SMELL OR MAKES UNUSUAL NOISE. THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE FIRE OR 
ELECTRIC SHOCK. CONFIRM THAT SMOKE HAS STOPPED AND CONTACT AN 
AUTHORIZED PANASONIC FACTORY SERVICE CENTER.
...

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When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the 
risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:
1.Read and understand all instructions.
2.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3.Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. 
Clean with a damp cloth.
4.Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash...

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Attention
 Keep the unit away from heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise such as 
fluorescent lamps, motors, and televisions. These noise sources can interfere with the performance of 
the PBX.
 This unit should be kept free of dust, moisture, high temperature (more than 40 °C [104 °F]), and 
vibration, and should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
 If you are having problems making calls to outside destinations, follow this procedure to test the outside...

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When you ship the product
Carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original car ton. Attach a 
postage-paid letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton. DO NOT send the product to 
the Executive or Regional Sales offices. They are NOT equipped to make repairs.
Product Service
Panasonic Factory Service Centers for this product are listed in the Service Center Directory. Consult 
your certified Panasonic dealer for detailed...

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F.C.C. REQUIREMENTS AND RELEVANT 
INFORMATION
1.Notification to the Telephone Company
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On 
the side of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the 
following format:
 US:AAAEQ##TXXXX
If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.
Installation must be performed by a qualified professional installer. If required, provide...

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6.Connection to Party Line
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, 
public service commission or corporation commission for information.
7.Combined Use with Alarm Equipment
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the 
installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what 
will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone...

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Table of Contents
1 Operation............................................................................................... 13
1.1 Before Operating a Telephone ....................................................................................... 14
1.1.1 Before Operating a Telephone .......................................................................................... 14
1.2 Basic...