Panasonic Kx Tg8231 Operating Instructions Manual

This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must 
subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider/
telephone company.
Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save 
them for future reference.
For assistance, visit our website:
http://www.panasonic.com/help for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto 
Rico.
Charge the handset batteries for 7 hours before initial use.
Operating Instructions
 Expandable Digital Cordless 
 Answering System
Model...

Table of Contents
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Introduction
Product information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
Important safety instructions . . . . . . .  5
For best performance  . . . . . . . . . . . .  7
Preparation
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9
Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
Connections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Battery installation and replacement 12...

Introduction
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Product information
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephone.
These operating instructions can be used for the following models:
Accessory information
Supplied accessories
*1 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
No.Accessory itemOrder number
Quantity
KX-TG
8231BKX-TG
8232B
1AC adaptor for base unit PQLV207V 1 1
2Telephone line cord PQJA10075Z 1 1
3Rechargeable batteries 
AAA (R03) sizeHHR-4DPA
(Part No....

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Additional/replacement accessories
Expanding your phone system
Sales and support information
LTo order additional/replacement accessories, call 1-800-332-5368.
LTTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277.
Accessory itemOrder number
2 rechargeable nickel metal 
hydride (Ni-MH) batteries, AAA 
(R03) sizeHHR-4DPA
Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88HA, KX-
TCA92, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA94, or KX-TCA95
T-adaptor...

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Important safety 
instructions
When using the product, basic safety 
precautions should always be followed 
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, 
or personal injury.
1. Read all instructions carefully.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions 
marked on the product.
3. Unplug the product from power 
outlets before cleaning. Do not use 
liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry 
soft cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use the product...

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LUnplug the product from power 
outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal 
smell, or makes an unusual noise. 
These conditions can cause fire or 
electric shock. Confirm that smoke 
has stopped emitting and contact the 
Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211-
PANA (1-800-211-7262).
LDo not spill liquids (detergents, 
cleansers, etc.) onto the telephone 
line cord plug, or allow it to become 
wet at all. This may cause a fire. If the...

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Medical
LConsult the manufacturer of any 
personal medical devices, such as 
pacemakers or hearing aids, to 
determine if they are adequately 
shielded from external RF (radio 
frequency) energy. (The product 
operates in the frequency range of 
1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the power 
output is 125 mW (max.).) Do not use 
the product in health care facilities if 
any regulations posted in the area 
instruct you not to do so. Hospitals...

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Routine care
LTo clean the product, use a dry soft 
cloth. The outer surface of the 
product can be scratched by 
wiping or rubbing with a hard 
cloth.
LDo not use benzine, thinner, or any 
abrasive powder.
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Preparation
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Controls
Base unit 
ACharge contacts
BSpeaker
C{4} (ERASE)
D{^} (VOL.: Volume up)
E{s} (ANSWER ON)
ANSWER ON indicator
F{7} (Repeat)
G{■} (STOP)
H{6} (Message)
Message indicator
I{V} (VOL.: Volume down)
J{x} (LOCATOR)
K{8} (Skip)
Handset
ASpeaker
BSoft keys
CJoystick
D{C} (TALK)
E{s} (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)
FHeadset jack
GDial keypad 
({*}: TONE)
H{FLASH} {CALL WAIT}
IReceiver
JDisplay
K{OFF}
L{MUTE} {CLEAR}
M{INTERCOM} {TRANSFER}...

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Using the joystick
The handset joystick can be used to 
navigate through menus and to select 
items shown on the display, by pushing 
it up {^}, down {V}, left {}.
Adjusting the receiver or speaker 
volume
Push the joystick up or down while 
talking.
Soft keys
The handset features 2 soft keys and a 
joystick. By pressing a soft key, or by 
pressing the center of the joystick, you 
can select the feature shown directly 
above it on...