Panasonic Kx Tg2503 Operating Instructions Manual

							PLEASE READ BEFORE USE
AND SAVE.
2.4GHz Cordless Phone
Model No.KX-TG2503S
Pulse-or-tone dialing capability
Operating Instructions
1 Getting Started
2 Making/Answering Calls
3 Speed Dialer
4 One-Touch Dialer
5 Special Features
6 Things You Should Know
7 Referencia rápida
Contents by Section
Attach your purchase receipt here.
For your future reference
Serial No. Date of purchase
(found on the bottom of the unit)
Name and address of dealer
For product service
•Panasonic Servicenters are listed in the servicenter directory.
•Call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) for the location of an authorized
servicenter.
•Panasonic’s e-mail address for customer inquiries: 
[email protected]
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico ONLY
When you ship the product
•Carefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton.
•Attach a letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton.
Symptom
•Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately
insured.
•Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
listed below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do
not repair consumer products.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Sales Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Printed in MalaysiaPQQX13091ZA-BMSM0301SA0
Charge the battery for about 
6 hours before initial use.
Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico 
						

							Getting Started1
1-A Accessories
To select the dialing mode TONE (preset) or PULSE
You can program the dialing mode using the handset near the base
unit. The TALK indicator light must be off before programming.
(#)twice (PULSE)
Press PROGRAM 
á\AUTO Ü\OR\
(*)twice (TONE)
\PROGRAM á.
•To cancel during programming, press PROGRAM 
á. Start again
from the beginning.
•If 3 beeps sound during programming, a wrong key was pressed. 
Start again from the beginning.
1-C Settings
1-B Location of Controls
Handset
Base unitAC Adaptor ....................one
Order No. PQLV1Z
Telephone Line Cord
.......................................one
Belt Clip .........................one
Order No. PQKE10127Z1
•For extra orders, call 1-800-332-5368.
•USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. PQLV1Z).
•The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the
adaptor to feel warm during use.)
•To connect a standard telephone on the same line, see section 6-E.
2
Raise the antennas.
3
Charge the battery
for 6 hours.
•See section 6-A for more
details.
•The IN USE/CHARGE
indicator lights.
1
Connect as shown.
Back Side
Antenna 
(1-C) Antenna
(1-C) 
Cradle Lock Switch (1-E)
(HANDSETÒLOCATOR) 
Button (5-E)
Charge Contacts (6-A)
IN USE/CHARGE 
Indicator (1-C, 5-E)
TALK
4
PAUSE
PAUSE
FLASH
FLASH
TONE
TONE789
0
CH CHR
E
DIAL REDIAL
123
56
AUTOPROGRAM
DIRECT
DIRECT
LOUD  LOUD RINGER
RINGERO
N
O
F
FNavigator Key 
(LOUD/RINGER     ,     ,     
AUTO      , PROGRAM     ) 
(1-C, 2-A, 2-B, 3-A, 4-A, 
5-F
)
TALK Indicator (2-A)
RECHARGE 
Indicator (6-A)
Antenna
(FLASH) Button (5-A, 5-F)  (TONE) Button 
(5-C) (TALK) Button 
(2-A) 
Charge Contact 
(6-A)Charge Contact 
(6-A) (CH) (Channel) 
Button (2-A)  Headset Jack 
(6-C)
(PAUSE) Button 
(5-D)(REDIAL) Button (2-A) (DIRECT) Button (4-A)
IN USE/CHARGE
Indicator AC Adaptor
Telephone Line Cord
Power Outlet 
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Raise the
antennas. Fasten the 
cords to 
prevent them 
from being 
disconnected.Single-Line Telephone 
Jack (RJ11C)
HooksHooks
STOP
Wall Mounting Adaptor ..one
Order No. PQKL10038Z3 
						

							Getting StartedSection 1
Selecting the ringer volume
The TALK indicator light must be off.
•To select HIGH (preset) or LOW,
press 
Ñor Ö.
Each time you press 
Ñor Ö, the ringer volume will
change and the selected volume will ring.
•To turn the ringer OFF,
press and hold 
Öuntil 2 beeps sound.
•To turn the ringer ON,
press 
Ñ.
The ringer will sound at the HIGH level.
•When you replace the battery, the selected ringer
volume setting will return to the factory set.
To redial the last number dialed
Press (TALK)\(REDIAL).
To select the receiver volume
3 levels (HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW) are available.
Press 
Ñor Öwhile talking.
•Each time you press 
Ñor Ö, the volume
level will change.
If noise interferes with the
conversation
Press (CH)to select a clearer channel or move
closer to the base unit.
1-E Wall Mounting
If the handset is off the base unit,
press 
(TALK).
•You can also answer a call by pressing any dialing
button 
(0)to (9), (*)or (#)(—Any Key Talk).
OR
If on the base unit, just lif t up. 
2-B Answering Calls2-A Making Calls
1
Press (TALK).
•The TALK indicator lights.
•If an alarm tone sounds, see 6-F.
2
Dial a phone number.
3
To hang up, press (TALK)or place
the handset on the base unit.
This unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate.
1
Adjust the angle of the cradle:
#Slide the lock switch
to “RELEASE”.
$Rotate the cradle
90° until it faces
straight up.
%Slide the lock switch
to “LOCK” with the
cradle facing straight
up.
2
Connect the 
AC adaptor.
3
#Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall
mounting adaptor.
$Connect the telephone line cord to the unit.
%Install the adaptor by pushing it in the
direction of the arrow.
•The word “UP” should face upward.
4
Connect the 
telephone line 
cord. Mount the 
unit, then slide 
down.
•Raise the antennas.
Section 2Making/Answering Calls2
(REDIAL)
TALK Indicator
(TALK)
(CH)
,
1
3
Back Side
Back Side
2
To Power 
Outlet
1
2
3
Lighted handset keypad
The handset dialing buttons will light
when you press a button or lift the
handset off the base unit, and flash
when a call is received. The lights will
go out a few seconds after pressing a
button, lifting the handset or answering
a call.
•For best operating performance, see
section 6-D. You can hang the handset on your belt or
pocket using the belt clip.
To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
1-D Belt Clip 
						

							Speed DialerSection 33
3-A Storing Phone Numbers in Memory
Special Features5
1
Press PROGRAMá.
•The TALK indicator flashes.
2
Enter a phone number up to 22 digits.
3
Press AUTO Ü.
4
Press a memory station number ((0)to (9)).
•A beep sounds. 
•To store other numbers, repeat steps 1 through 4.
3-B Dialing a Stored Number
Press (TALK)\AUTO Ü\the memory station number ((0)to (9)).
•If your line has rotary or pulse service, any access numbers stored after pressing (TONE)will not be dialed.
If you misdial
PressPROGRAM áto end storing. \
\Start again from step 1.
To erase a stored number
Press PROGRAM á\AUTO Ü\
\the memory station number (
(0)to(9))
for the phone number to be erased.
•A beep sounds.
•If a pause is required for dialing, press (PAUSE)where needed. Pressing (PAUSE)counts as one digit (5-D). You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the handset. The dialing buttons ((0)to (9)) function as memory stations.
The TALK indicator light must be off before programming.
5-D How to use the PAUSE Button
(For Analog PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users)
We recommend you press (PAUSE)if a pause is required for dialing with 
a PBX or to access a long distance service.
Ex: Line access number 
(9)(PBX)
(9)\(PAUSE)\
•Pressing 
(PAUSE)once creates a 3.5 second pause. This prevents
misdialing when you redial or dial a stored number.
•Pressing 
(PAUSE)more than once increases the length of the pause 
between numbers.
5-E Handset Locator
You can locate the handset or page the handset user with beep tones.
1Press (HANDSETÒLOCATOR)on the base unit.
•The IN USE/CHARGE indicator flashes and the handset beeps for 1
minute.
2To stop paging, press (HANDSETÒLOCATOR)again or press 
(TALK)twice on the handset.
Phone number
5-A For Call Waiting Service Users
Press (FLASH)if you hear a call-waiting tone while talking.
•The first call is put on hold and you can answer the second call.
•To return to the first caller, press 
(FLASH)again.
•If this function does not operate properly, consult your telephone company
for details.
5-B Automatic Security Code Setting
Whenever 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.
5-C Temporary Tone Dialing 
(For Rotary or Pulse Service Users)
Press (TONE)before entering access numbers which require tone dialing. 
•The dialing mode changes to tone. You can enter numbers to access an
answering service, electronic banking service, etc. When you hang up, the
mode will return to pulse.
•Access numbers entered after pressing 
(TONE)will not be included when
redialing.
(PAUSE)
TALK Indicator
(TALK)
AUTO
Memory Station
Numbers
PROGRAM 
						

							One-Touch Dialer4
4-AStoring a Phone Number in the DIRECT Button
You can store a phone number in the (DIRECT)button. The stored number
is dialed with a one-touch operation. 
The TALK indicator light must be off before programming.
4-BDialing a Stored Number in the DIRECT Button
Press (TALK)\(DIRECT).
•If your line has rotary or pulse service, any access numbers stored after
pressing (TONE)will not be dialed.
To erase a stored number:press PROGRAM á\AUTO Ü\(DIRECT).
Special Features
•If a pause is required for dialing, press (PAUSE)where needed. Pressing
(PAUSE)counts as one digit (5-D).
Section 5 Section 4
5-F FLASH Button
Pressing (FLASH)allows you to use special features of your host PBX such
as transferring an extension call or accessing special telephone services
(optional), such as call waiting.
Selecting the flash time
The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. You can
select the following flash times: “90, 100, 110, 250, 300, 400, 600, 700
msec (milliseconds)”,using the handset near the base unit.Your phone
comes from the factory set to “700 msec”.
The TALK indicator light must be off before programming.
Press PROGRAM 
á\\AUTO Ü\
\
(FLASH).
(1): 90 msec(2): 100 msec(3): 110 msec
(4): 250 msec(5): 300 msec(6): 400 msec
(7): 600 msec(8): 700 msec Dialing button (
(1)to (8))
•If 3 beeps sound after programming, a wrong key was pressed. Start
again from the beginning.
•If you are connected via a PBX, a longer flash time may be necessary to
use PBX functions (transferring a call, etc.). Consult your PBX installer for
the correct setting.
1
Press PROGRAM á.
•The TALK indicator flashes.
2
Enter a phone number up to 22
digits.
•If you misdial, press PROGRAM á,
and start again from step 1.
3
Press (DIRECT).
•A beep sounds.
TALK Indicator
(TALK)
PROGRAM       ,
AUTO
(DIRECT) 
						

							Up to 11 days
Plugging an optional headset into the handset allows a hands-free phone
conversation. Please use only the Panasonic KX-TCA88 headset. 
To order, call the accessories telephone number in section 1-A.
Connecting the optional headset to the handset
Open the headset jack cover, and connect the optional headset to the
headset jack as shown.
Things You Should Know 6
6-D Base Unit Location/Noise
6-B  Battery Replacement
Recharge
When the RECHARGE indicator flashes or the
unit beeps intermittently, place the handset on
the base unit to recharge the battery for 6 hours.
•If you DO NOT recharge the handset battery for more than 15
minutes, the RECHARGE indicator will continue to flash.
Note:
While using the handset:
— If you are near a microwave oven which is being used, noise may
be heard at the receiver. Move away from the microwave oven
and closer to the base unit.
— If more than one cordless phone is being used and your handset
is near another cordless phone’s base unit, noise may be heard.
Move away from the other cordless phone’s base unit and closer
to your base unit. If the RECHARGE indicator flashes after being fully charged, replace the
battery with a new Panasonic P-P510 (N4HKGMB00001) battery.
To order, call the accessories telephone number in section 1-A. 
Battery information
After your Panasonic battery is fully charged:
*Within about 10 feet (3 m)
•Battery life may vary depending on usage conditions and ambient
temperature.
•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. Otherwise, the battery may not charge properly.
•If the battery is fully charged, you do not have to place the handset on the
base unit until the RECHARGE indicator flashes. This will maximize the
battery life. 
•The battery cannot be overcharged.
1
Carefully insert a flat
metal object in the slot,
and push forward to
release the lock.
Remove the cover.
2
Replace the battery.
Place the battery leads
inside the groove,
otherwise the leads may
be damaged when
closing the cover.
3
Close the cover. 
Make sure to charge the
new battery for 6 hours.
6-A Battery
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:
Attention:
The product you have purchased is powered by a nickel
cadmium battery which is recyclable. At the end of its useful
life, under various state and local laws, it is illegal to dispose
of this battery into your municipal waste stream. Please call 
1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.
When the optional headset
is connected to the
handset, make sure to use
the headset to talk with the
caller. If you want to have a
normal cordless phone
conversation, disconnect
the headset.
H
6-C Optional Headset
RECHARGE 
Indicator
Headset Jack
In a HIGH and CENTRAL location 
with no obstructions such as walls. Away from electrical appliances 
such as a TV, personal computer 
or another cordless phone.
Raise 
the antennas.
While not in use (Standby)Up to 4.5 hours
While in use 
(TALK)
Operation
away from the base unitnear the base unit*
Up to 3.5 hours
Approx. battery life
Push 
forward.
1
2
6-E Adding Another Phone
This unit will not
function during a
power failure. To
connect a standard
telephone on the
same line, use the
Panasonic T-adaptor
KX-J66. To order,
call the accessories
telephone number in
section 1-A.
T-Adaptor (KX-J66) Single-Line 
Telephone Jack
Telephone 
Line Cord Standard Telephone 
						

							Things You Should KnowSection 6
6-F Before Requesting Help6-G Helpful Information
Operating near 2.4GHz electrical appliances may cause interference. Move
away from the electrical appliances and/or press the CH (Channel) button.
The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device, ensure that the AC
outlet is located/installed near the unit and is easily accessible.
•Environment— do not place the unit in a room where the temperature is
less than 5°C (41°F) or greater than 40°C (104°F). Allow 10 cm (4)
clearance around the unit for proper ventilation. Avoid excessive smoke,
dust, mechanical vibration, shock, or direct sunlight.
•Medical— consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices,
such as pacemakers, to determine if they are adequately shielded from
external RF (radio frequency) energy. (The unit operates in the
frequency range of 2401MHz to 2472MHz, and the power output level
can range from 0.001 watts to 0.20 watts.) Do not use the unit in health
care facilities if any regulations posted in the area instruct you not to do
so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could
be sensitive to external RF (radio frequency) energy.
•Routine care— wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use benzine,
thinner, or any abrasive powder. When you leave the unit unused for a
long period of time, unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet.
•If there is any trouble— disconnect the unit from the telephone line 
and connect a known working phone. If the known working phone
operates properly, have your unit repaired by one of the authorized
Panasonic Factory Service Centers. If the known working phone does
not operate properly, consult your telephone company.
Caution:
To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, the base unit should be
installed with its antenna located at 20 cm or more from persons and
handset should be carried with the specific belt-clip provided for the
handset to ensure compliance. Other non-tested belt-clips or similar body-
worn accessories may not comply, therefore, should be avoided.Problem
The unit does not work.
An alarm tone sounds.
Static, sound cuts in/out,
fades. Interference from
other electrical units.
The unit does not ring.
While storing a phone
number, the unit starts to
ring.
You cannot store a
phone number in
memory.
Previously programmed
information is erased.
You cannot redial by
pressing 
(REDIAL).
(HANDSET!LOCATOR)does
not function.
The RECHARGE
indicator flashes or the
unit beeps intermittently.
You charged the battery
fully, but the RECHARGE
indicator flashes.
The IN USE/CHARGE
indicator light does not
go out while charging.
If you cannot solve your
problem.Remedy
•Check the settings (1-C).
•Charge the battery fully (6-A).
•Clean the charge contacts and charge
again (6-A).
•Install the battery properly (6-B).
•Place the handset on the base unit and
unplug the AC adaptor to reset. Plug in,
and try again.
•Re-install the battery and place the
handset on the base unit. Try again.
•You are too far from the base unit. Move
closer and try again.
•Place the handset on the base unit and try
again.
•Plug in the AC adaptor.
•Raise the base unit antennas.
•Locate the handset and the base unit
away from other electrical appliances 
(6-D).
•Move closer to the base unit.
•Raise the base unit antennas.
•Press 
(CH)to select a clearer channel.
•The ringer volume is set to OFF. Press Ñ
or Öwhile the TALK indicator light is off
(2-B).
•To answer the call, press (TALK). The
program will be canceled. Store the
number again.
•You cannot store a number while the unit
is in the talk mode.
•Do not pause for over 60 seconds while
storing.
•If a power failure occurs, programmed
information may be erased. Reprogram if
necessary.
•If the last number dialed was more than
32 digits long, the number will not be
redialed correctly.
•The handset is too far from the base unit
or is engaged in an outside call.
•Charge the battery fully (6-A).
•Clean the charge contacts and charge
again (6-A).
•Install a new battery (6-B).
•This is normal.
•Call our customer call center at
1-800-211-PANA(7262).
•Panasonic’s e-mail address for customer
inquiries: 
[email protected] 
for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
ONLY
Shock-Resistant (HANDSET ONLY)Although the handset is designed to be shock resistant, do not throw or
step on the handset.
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.
•Avoid exposure to prolonged high humidity.
•Since water in headset jack may cause damage, close the headset jack
cover when the optional headset is not in use. When the optional headset
is connected, do not use the handset with wet hands.
•If the handset is wet, wipe with a soft dry cloth.
•The base unit is not designed to be splash resistant. Do not place the wet
handset on the base unit. 
						

							Levante las 
antenas.
Referencia rápidaSección 77
7-A Preparación
•El adaptador de CA debe permanecer conectado en todo momento.
•Para instalar la presilla para el cinturón o un auricular opcional (n.°de
pedido KX-TCA88), consulte la sección 1-D o 6-C.
2
Levante las antenas.
3
Cargue la batería durante 6
horas.
•El indicador IN USE/CHARGE
se encenderá.
1
Conecte como se 
muestra.
7-B Funcionamiento
Marcación rápida
Se pueden memorizar hasta 10 números de teléfono en la unidad portátil.
Los botones de marcación (
(0)a (9)) funcionan como estaciones de
memoria. El indicador TALK deberá estar apagado antes de programar.
Para almacenar números de teléfono en la memoria
Presione PROGRAM á\\
\AUTO 
Ü\.
Para marcar un número almacenado
Presione (TALK)\AUTO Ü\.
Marcación de un toque
El número de teléfono almacenado en el botón (DIRECT)se puede marcar
con la operaión de un toque. El indicador TALK deberá estar apagado
antes de programar.
Para almacenar un número de teléfono en el botón DIRECT
Presione PROGRAM á\\
\
(DIRECT).
Para marcar el número almacenado en el botón DIRECT
Presione (TALK)\(DIRECT).
Localización de la unidad portátil
Presione (HANDSET!LOCATOR)en la unidad base.
•La unidad portátil emite pitidos durante 1 minuto.
•
Para detener la localización, presione de nuevo (HANDSET!LOCATOR)o
presione dos veces 
(TALK)en la unidad portátil.
Número de teléfono (hasta 22 dígitos)
Número de estación
Número de estación
Número de teléfono (hasta 22 dígitos)
•Cuando el indicador RECHARGE parpadee o la unidad emita pitidos
intermitentemente, cargue la batería.
Para hacer llamadas
Presione (TALK). \Marque un número de teléfono. \Para colgar,
presione 
(TALK)o ponga la unidad por tátil en la unidad base.
•Si interfiere ruido con su conversación, presione 
(CH)para seleccionar un
canal más claro o acérquese a la unidad base.
Contestación de llamadas
Si la unidad portátil no está en la unidad base, presione (TALK)o cualquier
botón de marcación (
(0)a (9), (*)o (#)).
Si está en la unidad base, levántela solamente.
Selección del modo de marcación por TONO
(preajustado) o PULSACIÓN
Utilizando la unidad portátil cerca de la unidad baseusted puede
programar el modo de marcación. EI indicador TALK deberá estar
apagado antes de programar.
(#)
dos veces(PULSACIÓN)
Presione PROGRAM 
á\AUTO Ü\O\
(*)
dos veces(TONO)
\PROGRAM 
á. Para obtener el máximo alcance y un
funcionamiento sin ruidos, ponga la
unidad base en un lugar ELEVADO y
CÉNTRICO sin obstrucciones ni
interferencias de aparatos eléctricos.
Toma de corriente Toma telefónica de una sola línea
Indicador
IN USE/CHARGE
(HANDSETÒLOCATOR)
Indicador 
TALK 
(TALK)
AUTO
(DIRECT)
PROGRAM
(CH)Indicador 
RECHARGE