Panasonic KXTG2424

TG2423BX_2424BX(e).
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Operating Instructions
Digital Cordless Phone
Model No. KX-TG2423BX

Digital Cordless Phone
with Dual Handsets
Model No. KX-TG2424BX

Model shown is KX-TG2423BX.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must
subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider.
Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use.
Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save
for future reference.
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Table of Contents
Introduction Viewing the caller list and calling

back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Editing a caller’s phone number before
Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
calling back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 6
Storing caller information into the
For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Erasing caller information . . . . . . . . 28
Preparation
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Intercom Features
Battery installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Handset locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
For KX-TG2423BX users . . . . . . . . 29
Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
For KX-TG2424BX users . . . . . . . . 29
Controls and display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Intercom (KX-TG2424BX only) . . . . . . . 29
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Transferring a call
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
(KX-TG2424BX only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Conference calls
(KX-TG2424BX only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Programmable Settings
Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Guide to handset programming . . . . . . 31
Useful features during a call. . . . . . . . . 19
Ringer settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
HOLD button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Handset ringer volume . . . . . . . . . . 32
MUTE button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Handset ringer tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Voice enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Handset interrupt tone (KX-TG2424BX
Clarity booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Call share (KX-TG2424BX only) . . . 20
Call options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
PAUSE button (for PBX/long distance
Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
service users). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Voice enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Flash button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Display options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
For Call Waiting service users . . . . . 21
Handset LCD contrast . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Temporary tone dialing (for rotary/pulse
Telephone settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
service users) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Dialing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Flash time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Phonebook Line mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Using the phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Other options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Adding items to the phonebook . . . 22 Dial lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Calling someone in the phonebook . 23 Handset key tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Editing items in the phonebook . . . . 23 Re-registering the handset . . . . . . . 36
Erasing items in the phonebook . . . 23 Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers
Chain dial feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Copying phonebook items (KX-TG2424BX Programming via direct commands . . . 38
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Direct commands chart . . . . . . . . . . 38
Copying an item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Copying all items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Useful Information
Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Caller ID Service Headset (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Using Caller ID service. . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Wall mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Caller list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Charger (KX-TG2424BX only) . . . . . 42
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
General use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Programmable settings . . . . . . . . . . 44
Making/answering calls, Intercom . . 45
Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Charger (KX-TG2424BX only) . . . . . 48
Index
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephone.
We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference.
Serial No. Date of purchase

(found on the bottom of the unit)
Name and address of dealer
Attach your purchase receipt here.
Your phone
KX-TG2423BX KX-TG2424BX
L References in these operating instructions to the charger and to the other handset are
for KX-TG2424BX users only.
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Accessory information
Included accessories
Quantity
No. Accessory items
1 AC adaptor 1 2
2 Telephone line cord 1 1
3 Battery 1 2
4 Handset cover 1 2
5 Belt clip 1 2
6 Charger – 1
1 2 3
4 5 6
Additional/replacement accessories
Accessory items Order number

Rechargeable nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery HHR-P105
Headset KX-TCA89BX
Battery back-up power supply KX-TCA200BX
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Introduction
Incorrect reassembly can cause
Important safety electric shock when the unit is
subsequently used.
instructions 12. Unplug this unit from power outlets and
refer servicing to an authorized service
When using this unit, basic safety center when the following conditions
precautions should always be followed to occur:
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or A. When the power cord is damaged
personal injury. or frayed.
1. Read and understand all instructions. B. If liquid has been spilled into the
2. Follow all warnings and instructions unit.
marked on this unit. C. If the unit has been exposed to rain
3. Unplug this unit from power outlets or water.
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or D. If the unit does not work normally
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for by following the operating
cleaning. instructions. Adjust only controls
4. Do not use this unit near water, for covered by the operating
example near a bathtub, wash bowl, instructions. Improper adjustment
kitchen sink, etc. may require extensive work by an
5. Place the unit securely on a stable authorized service center.
surface. Serious damage and/or injury E. If the unit has been dropped or
may result if the unit falls. physically damaged.
6. Do not cover slots and openings on the F. If the unit exhibits a distinct change
unit. They are provided for ventilation in performance.
and protection against overheating. 13. During thunderstorms, avoid using
Never place the unit near radiators, or telephones except cordless types.
in a place where proper ventilation is There may be a remote risk of an
not provided. electric shock from lightning.
7. Use only the power source marked on 14. Do not use this unit to report a gas
the unit. If you are not sure of the type leak, when in the vicinity of the leak.
of power supplied to your home,
consult your dealer or local power SAVE THESE
company.
8. Do not place objects on the power INSTRUCTIONS
cord. Install the unit where no one can
step or trip on the cord. CAUTION:
9. Do not overload power outlets and Installation
extension cords. This can result in the
L Never install telephone wiring during a
risk of fire or electric shock.
lightning storm.
10. Never push any objects through slots
in this unit. This may result in the risk of L Never install telephone jacks in wet
fire or electric shock. Never spill any locations unless the jack is specifically
liquid on the unit. designed for wet locations.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do L Never touch uninsulated telephone
not disassemble this unit. Take the unit wires or terminals unless the telephone
to an authorized service center when line has been disconnected at the
service is required. Opening or network interface.
removing covers may expose you to L Use caution when installing or modifying
dangerous voltages or other risks. telephone lines.
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L Do not touch the plug with wet hands. the unit in health care facilities if any
L The AC adaptor is used as the main regulations posted in the area instruct
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC you not to do so. Hospitals or health care
outlet is installed near the unit and is facilities may be using equipment that
easily accessible. could be sensitive to external RF (radio
frequency) energy.
Battery
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to
persons, read and follow these
instructions.
L Use only the battery(ies) specified.
L Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a
fire. They may explode. Check with local
waste management codes for special
disposal instructions.
L Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and
may cause burns or injury to the eyes or
skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if
swallowed.
L Exercise care when handling the
battery(ies). Do not allow conductive
materials such as rings, bracelets or
keys to touch the battery(ies), otherwise
a short circuit may cause the battery(ies)
and/or the conductive material to
overheat and cause burns.
L Charge the battery(ies) provided with or
identified for use with this product only in
accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in this manual.
WARNING:
L To prevent the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not expose this product to rain
or any type of moisture.
Medical
L Consult 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 unit operates in
the frequency range of 2.4 GHz to 2.48
GHz, and the power output level can
range from 0.04 to 0.1 watts.) Do not use
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following places: Near obstacles such as
For best performance hills, tunnels, undergrounds, near metal
objects such as wire fences, etc.
Base unit location/noise L Operating near 2.4 GHz electrical
The base unit and handset use radio appliances may cause interference.
waves to communicate with each other. Move away from the electrical
For maximum distance and noise-free appliances.
operation, we recommend the following:
Routine care
L Placing the unit away from electrical
appliances such as a TV, personal L Wipe the outer surface of the unit with a
computer or another cordless phone. soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner or
any abrasive powder.
L Placing the base unit in a HIGH and
CENTRAL location with no obstructions
such as walls.
L Raising the antenna vertically.
L If you use the handset near a microwave
oven which is being used, noise may be
heard. Move away from the microwave
oven and closer to the base unit.
L If you use the handset 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.
Environment
L Keep the unit away from electrical noise
generating devices, such as fluorescent
lamps and motors.
L The unit should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high
temperature and vibration.
L The unit should not be exposed to direct
sunlight.
L Do not place heavy objects on top of the
unit.
L When you leave the unit unused for a
long period of time, unplug this unit from
power outlet.
L The unit should be kept away from heat
sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves,
etc. It should not be placed in rooms
where the temperature is less than 5 °C
or greater than 40 °C. Damp basements
should also be avoided.
L The maximum calling distance may be
shortened when the unit is used in the
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Preparation
Connections
Base unit
Raise the
antenna.
To single-line telephone jack
Telephone line cord
To power outlet (AC 220–240 V, 50/60 Hz)

Fasten the AC adaptor cord.
AC adaptor
Hooks
Charger (KX-TG2424BX only)
To power outlet
(AC 220–240 V, 50/60 Hz)
AC adaptor
Hooks Bottom of
the charger
Fasten the AC adaptor cord to prevent
it from being disconnected.
Note:
L Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV19BX.
L The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel
warm during use.)
L The AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet.
Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the
adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.
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Preparation
L When more than one unit is used, the
units may interfere with each other. To Battery installation
prevent or reduce interference, please
keep ample space between the base 1 Insert the battery (1), and press it
unit. down until it snaps into the
L The unit will not work during a power compartment (2).
failure. We recommend connecting a
standard telephone to the same
telephone line or to the same telephone
jack using a T-adaptor. Emergency 2
power can be supplied to the unit by
1
connecting a Panasonic battery back-up
power supply noted on page 5.
If you subscribe to a DSL service

L Please attach a noise filter (contact your
DSL provider) to the telephone line
2 Close the handset cover.
between the base unit and the telephone
line jack in the event of the following:
– Noise is heard during conversations.
– Caller ID features (page 26) do not
function properly.
To single-line
telephone jack
Telephone
line cord Noise filter
(For DSL users)
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Preparation
Battery strength
Battery charge You can confirm the battery strength on the
handset display.
Place the handset on the base unit or
charger for 6 hours before initial use. Battery icon Battery strength
L The unit will beep once, the CHARGE 5 Fully charged
indicator will light, and “Charging” will
be displayed. 6 Medium
L “Charge completed” is displayed 7 Low
when the battery has been fully charged. When flashing: needs
The CHARGE indicator will remain lit. to be recharged.
8 Discharged
Base unit
Recharging the battery

Recharge the battery when:
– “Recharge battery” is displayed or
7 flashes on the handset display.
– the handset beeps intermittently while it
is in use.
Note:
L Recharge the handset battery for more
than 15 minutes, or the display will
continue showing the indication.
CHARGE indicator
L If the battery has been discharged, the
handset will display “Charge for 6h”
Charger (KX-TG2424BX only) and 8 when you place the handset
on the base unit or charger.
CHARGE
indicator
Note:
L To ensure the battery charges properly,
clean the charge contacts of the
handset, base unit, and charger with a
soft, dry cloth once a month. Clean more
often if the unit is subject to grease, dust,
or high humidity.
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Preparation
Battery performance
After your Panasonic battery is fully Battery replacement
charged, you can expect the following
If battery performance diminishes, make
performance:
sure you have cleaned the charge
Operation Operating time contacts and fully charged the battery. The
While in use Up to 5 hours battery needs to be replaced if any of the
(talking) following are displayed after a few phone
calls even when you have fully charged the
While not in use Up to 11 days
battery.
(standby)*1
– “Recharge battery”
While using the Up to 3 hours
– 7 (flashing)
Clarity Booster
feature (page 20) – “Charge for 6h”
–8
*1 Handset is off the base unit or charger L Use only the rechargeable Panasonic
but not in use. battery noted on page 5.
Note: 1 Press the notch on the cover firmly and
L Battery power is consumed whenever slide it as indicated by the arrow.
the handset is off the base unit or
charger, even when the handset is not in
use. The longer you leave the handset
off the base unit or charger, the shorter
you can actually talk on the handset.
Actual battery performance depends on
a combination of how often the handset
is in use and how often it is not in use.
L Once the battery is fully charged, you do
not have to charge it again until
“Recharge battery” is displayed or
7 flashes. This will maximize the 2 Replace the old battery with a new one,
battery life. and close the cover (see page 10 for
battery installation).
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Preparation
Controls and display
Controls
Base unit
A B A B
C D E C D F G
A Antenna
B IN USE indicator
C Charge contacts
D CHARGE indicator
E {HANDSET LOCATOR}
F {HANDSET LOCATOR 1}
G {HANDSET LOCATOR 2}
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P {MUTE} {CLEAR}
Handset
Q {HOLD}
R {HOLD} {INTERCOM}
K Charger (KX-TG2424BX only)
A
L
A
B M
N
C B
D
O
E
P
F B
G A Charge contacts
H B CHARGE indicator
I
J Using the navigator key
The handset navigator key can be used to
KX-TG2423BX KX-TG2424BX navigate through menus and to select
items shown on the display, by pressing
{^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}.
Q R
A Speaker
B Soft key
C Headset jack
D {C} (TALK)
E Navigator key
F {s} (SP-PHONE)
G {*} (TONE)
H {PAUSE}{REDIAL}
I Microphone
J Charge contacts
K Ringer indicator
L Receiver
M Display
N {MENU}
O {OFF}
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Preparation
Display
Handset display items
Displayed
Meaning
item
J Voice enhancer is on.
5 Battery strength
Soft keys
The handset features 2 soft keys. By
pressing a soft key, you can select the
function displayed directly above it.
L The functions displayed will vary
depending on how you are using the
unit.
L When a function does not appear above
a soft key, the soft key has no function.
Rcvd Phone
Kcalls book L
Soft key examples:

Display
Action
function
Rcvd Enters caller list
calls
Conf Establishes a conference
call*1
*1 KX-TG2424BX only
Backlit display and handset keypad

The handset display and dialing buttons
will light for a few seconds after pressing
any of the handset’s controls or lifting the
handset off the base unit or charger. They
will also light when a call is being received.
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7 Press {OFF}.
Setting the date and time Note:
Set the date and time so that the unit will L If you make a mistake when entering the
display the date and time the calls were date and time, press {<}, {>}, {V}, or
received in the caller list (page 26). {^} to move the cursor, then make the
correction.
Important: L The date and time may be incorrect after
L When “E Press MENU.” flashes on the a power failure. When “E Press
display, press {MENU}, then skip to step MENU.” flashes on the handset display,
3. adjust the date and time.
1 Press {MENU}. To confirm the date and time

2 Scroll to “Date and time” by pressing Repeat steps 1 and 2. Press {OFF} when
{V} or {^}, then press {>} or {Select}. finished.
Date and time Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers

only)
KBack dB SelectL
If the Caller ID time and date display
service is available in your area, Caller ID
3 Enter the current day, month, and year
will automatically adjust the unit’s date and
by selecting 2 digits for each.
time setting each time a call is received.
Example: 15 June, 2005
Press {1}{5} {0}{6} {0}{5}. L To use this feature, you must first set the
unit’s date and time setting manually.
Date:31.12.2005
Time:12:00 AM L You can turn this feature off (page 37).
KAM/PM SaveL
4 Enter the current hour and minute (12-

hour clock format) by selecting 2 digits
for each.
Example: 9:30 PM
Press {0}{9} {3}{0}.
Date:15.06.2005
Time:12:00 AM
KAM/PM SaveL
5 Select “AM” or “PM” by pressing {AM/

PM}.
Date:15.06.2005
Time:09:30 AM
KAM/PM SaveL
6 Press {Save}.
L If the handset beeps 3 times, the date
and time were not set correctly. Enter
the correct digits.
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4 When finished talking, press {OFF} or
Making calls place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Note:
L Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet
room.
Soft keys L If the other party has difficulty hearing
you, press {V} to decrease the speaker
volume.
{OFF}
{C} L While on a call, you can switch from the
Navigator key receiver to the speakerphone by
{s}
pressing {s}. To switch back to the
{MUTE}
receiver, press {C}.
{*} {CLEAR}
{PAUSE} {HOLD} To adjust the speaker volume
{REDIAL} Microphone 6 levels (high to low) are available.
While using the speaker, press {V} or {^}
repeatedly.
1 Lift the handset and press {C}.
L “Talk” will be displayed. To dial after confirming the entered
2 Dial the phone number. number
3 When finished talking, press {OFF} or 1 Enter the phone number.

place the handset on the base unit or Example:
charger. 3334444
KFlash CallL
Note:
L “Line in use” is displayed when L To correct a digit, press {<} or {>} to
someone is talking on the other handset move the cursor, then press
(KX-TG2424BX only) or another phone. {CLEAR}. Enter the correct number.
L If a pause is required when dialing,
To adjust the receiver volume press {PAUSE} where needed (page
3 levels (high/medium/low) are available. 20).
While using the receiver, press {V} or {^} L To cancel, press {OFF}.
repeatedly.
2 Press {C}, {s}, or {Call}.
To use the speakerphone
1 Lift the handset and press {s}. place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
L “SP-phone” will be displayed.
2 Dial the phone number. To redial the last number dialed
3 When the other party answers, speak 1 Press {C} or {s}.

into the microphone.
2 Press {REDIAL}.
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To make a call using the redial list

The last 5 phone numbers dialed are Answering calls
stored in the redial list.
When a call is being received, the ringer
1 Press {REDIAL}. indicator flashes rapidly.
L The last number dialed will be 1 Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}.
displayed.
L You can also answer a call by
2 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display pressing any button except {V}, {^},
the desired number. {<}, {>}, or {OFF}. (Any key talk
L To delete the displayed number, feature)
press {CLEAR}. 2 When finished talking, press {OFF} or
L To exit the list, press {OFF}. place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Auto talk
This feature allows you to answer a call by
simply lifting the handset off the base unit
or charger. You do not need to press {C}.
To activate this feature, see page 33.
Temporary ringer off

While the handset is ringing for an outside
call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily
by pressing {OFF}. The handset will ring
the next time a call is received.
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To mute your voice, press {MUTE}.
Useful features during a Example: Talk
00-00-30 <Mute>
call
L “<Mute>” will flash on the display.
HOLD button L To return to the conversation, press
This feature allows you to put an outside {MUTE}, {C}, or {s}.
call on hold.
Voice enhancer
KX-TG2423BX:
This feature clarifies the voice of the
Press {HOLD} during an outside call.
person you are talking to, reproducing a
L “Hold” will be displayed. more natural-sounding voice that is easier
L To return to the call, press {C} or {s}. to hear and understand.
KX-TG2424BX: 1 Press {MENU} during an outside call.
1 Press {HOLD} during an outside call. 2 To turn this feature on or off, press {3}.
L To transfer the call to the other L You can also select “V.E. on” or
handset, see page 30, step 2. “V.E. off” by pressing {V} or {^}
then pressing {>}.
2 Press {HOLD} again.
g3=V.E. on
L “Hold” will be displayed.
L To return to the call, press {C} or
{s}. L When turned on, “J” will be
L The other handset user can take the displayed.
call by pressing {C} or {s}. Note:
Note: L Once you turn voice enhancer on, it will
L “Line on hold” will be displayed on be activated for all outside calls until
the other handset (KX-TG2424BX only). turned off.
L If another phone is connected on the L You can also turn this feature on or off by
same line (page 10), you can also take programming (page 33).
the call by lifting its handset. L Depending on the condition and quality
L If a call is kept on hold for more than 6 of your telephone line, this feature may
minutes, an alarm tone will start to emphasize existing line noise. If it
sound and the ringer indicator will flash becomes difficult to hear, turn this
rapidly. After 4 additional minutes on feature off.
hold, the call will be disconnected.
MUTE button
You can mute your voice during a
conversation. While mute is turned on you
will be able to hear the other party, but the
other party will not be able to hear you.
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Clarity booster PAUSE button (for PBX/long

This feature can improve sound clarity distance service users)
when the handset is used in an area where A pause is sometimes required when
there may be interference. During an making calls using a PBX or long distance
outside call, this feature will be turned on service.
automatically when necessary. This For example, if you need to dial the line
feature will turn off when you hang up or access number “9” when making outside
put a call on hold. It will not turn off calls with a PBX:
automatically during a call. You can also
turn this feature on or off manually. 1 Press {9}.
1 Press {MENU} during an outside call. 2 Press {PAUSE}, then dial the phone
number.
2 Press {2} to select “Booster on” or
“Booster off”. Example:
L You can also select “Booster on” or
9P5556667777
KFlash CallL
“Booster off” by pressing {V} or
{^} then pressing {>}.
1=Phonebook
g2=Booster on Note:
L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each
L While this feature is turned on, time {PAUSE} is pressed. Press
“BOOST” will flash on the display. repeatedly to insert longer pauses.
Note:
L If this feature is turned off manually Flash button
during a call, it will not be turned on Pressing {Flash} allows you to use special
automatically during the same call. features of your host PBX such as
L While this feature is turned on, battery transferring an extension call, or accessing
operating time will be shortened (page optional telephone services such as Call
12). Waiting.
Example: Talk
Call share (KX-TG2424BX only) 00-00-20
KFlash
When the other handset is on an outside
call, this feature allows you to join that call.
To join a conversation, press {C} or {s} Note:
when the other handset is on an outside L To change the flash time, see page 34.
call.
L “Conference” will be displayed.
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For Call Waiting service users

To use Call Waiting, you must subscribe to
your telephone company’s Call Waiting
service.
This feature allows you to receive calls
while you are already talking on the phone.
If you receive a call while on the phone,
you will hear a Call Waiting tone.
Press {Flash} to answer the 2nd call.
L The 1st call is put on hold while you
answer the 2nd call.
L To switch between calls, press {Flash}.
Note:
L Please contact your telephone company
for details and availability of this service
in your area.
Temporary tone dialing (for

rotary/pulse service users)
You can temporarily switch the dialing
mode to tone when you need to access
touch tone services (for example,
answering services, telephone banking
services, etc.).
Press {*} (TONE) before entering access
numbers which require tone dialing.
Note:
L The dialing mode will return to pulse
when you hang up.
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Phonebook
7 Press {Save}.
Using the phonebook L To add other items, repeat from step
2.
The handset phonebook allows you to
make calls without having to dial manually. 8 Press {OFF}.
You can add 50 names and phone
numbers to the handset phonebook and To store emergency numbers
search for phonebook entries by name. Emergency numbers are numbers stored
in the phonebook that can be dialed using
Adding items to the phonebook the phonebook even when dial lock is
turned on (page 35).
1 Press {Phonebook}. To store a number as an emergency
number, add # at the beginning of the
Rcvd Phone name (see “Adding items to the
Kcalls book L
phonebook”).
2 Press {Add}. Character table

L The display shows the number of The dial keys can be used to enter
items in the phonebook. characters. To enter a character, press the
Example: Phonebook appropriate dial key, repeatedly if
7 items necessary. To enter another character that
KAdd SearchL is located on the same dial key, first press
{>} to move the cursor to the next space.
3 Enter the name (max. 16 characters). Key Characters
See the character table for entry.
{1} & ’ ( ) , – . / 1
Enter name
| {2} a b c A B C 2
KBack NextL {3} d e f D E F 3
{4} g h i G H I 4
4 Press {Next}.
{5} j k l J K L 5
5 Enter the phone number (max. 32 {6} m n o M N O 6
digits).
{7} p q r s P Q R S 7
L If a pause is required when dialing,
press {PAUSE} where needed (page {8} t u v T U V 8
20). {9} w x y z W X Y Z 9
Enter phone no. {0} 0 Space
{*} ;
6 Press {Next}. {#} #
L If you want to change the name and {CLEAR} To delete a character or
number, press {Edit}, then repeat number
from step 3.
Example: Tom To edit/correct a mistake
5557654321 Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the
KEdit SaveL character or number you wish to erase,
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Phonebook
then press {CLEAR}. Enter the 3 Press {V} repeatedly to display the
appropriate character or number. desired item.
L To exit the phonebook, press {OFF}.
Note:
L To dial the displayed number, press
L Press and hold {CLEAR} to erase all
{C} or {s}.
characters or numbers.
Editing items in the phonebook

Calling someone in the
phonebook 1 Press {Phonebook}, then press
Phonebook items can be searched for {Search}.
alphabetically by scrolling through the
phonebook items. 2 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display
the desired item.
1 Press {Phonebook}.
L For quick search, you can skip to step
3 Press {Edit}.
3. 4 Edit the name if necessary. See the
character table on page 22 for
2 Press {Search}.
character entry.
0-9=Name search
dB=Scroll list 5 Press {Next}.
6 Edit the phone number if necessary.

3 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display
the desired item. 7 Press {Next}, then press {Save}.
L To exit the phonebook, press {OFF}. L To edit other items, repeat from step
2.
8 Press {OFF}.
Note:
L To view a phone number over 16 digits Erasing items in the phonebook
long, follow steps 1 to 3, then press
{Edit} and {Next}. Press {OFF} when 1 Press {Phonebook}, then press
finished. {Search}.
To search for a name by initial 2 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display

the desired item.
1 Press {Phonebook}, then press
{Search}. 3 Press {CLEAR}.
L To cancel erasing, press {No}.
2 Press the dialing button ({0} to {9},
{#}, or {*}) which corresponds to the 4 Press {Yes}.
first letter you are searching for (see the L To erase other items, repeat from
character table, page 22). step 2.
Example: “LISA”
Press {5} repeatedly to display any 5 Press {OFF}.
name with the initial “L”.
L If there is no item corresponding to
the letter you selected, the next item
will be displayed.
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Phonebook
Chain dial feature

This feature allows you to dial phone
Copying phonebook
numbers from the phonebook while you items (KX-TG2424BX
are on a call.
Example: Using a long distance calling
only)
card You can copy one or all of the phonebook
1 Dial from the phonebook: items of one handset to the phonebook of
8000123456 (Calling card access the other handset.
number).
2 When prompted, dial from the Important:
phonebook: L Make sure the destination handset is not
1234 (Calling card PIN). in use.
3 When prompted, dial from the L Do not place your handset on the base
phonebook: unit or charger until copying has
5550123456 (the person you want to finished, otherwise copying will stop.
call). L If an outside call is received during the
phonebook copy, copying will stop. You
1 During an outside call, press will need to copy the item(s) later.
{MENU}.
2 Press {1} to select “Phonebook”. Copying an item

3 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display 1 Press {MENU}.
the desired item.
2 Scroll to “Copy phonebook” by
4 Press {Call}. pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
L Repeat from step 1 to dial other
numbers.
3 Scroll to “Copy 1 item” by pressing
{V} or {^}, then press {>}.
Note:
L When storing a calling card access the desired item.
number and your PIN in the phonebook
L To search for the item by initial, see
as one phonebook item, press {PAUSE}
page 23.
to add pauses after the number and PIN
as necessary (page 20). 5 Press {Send}.
L If you have rotary or pulse service, you L When the item has been copied,
need to press {*} before pressing “Complete” will be displayed.
{MENU} in step 1 to change the dialing
L The destination handset display will
mode temporarily to tone.
show “Phonebook Receiving”,
then “Phonebook Received”.
L To copy another item, repeat from
step 4.
6 Press {OFF}.
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Phonebook
Copying all items

1 Press {MENU}.
2 Scroll to “Copy phonebook” by

pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
3 Scroll to “Copy all items” by

L When all items have been copied,
“Complete” will be displayed.
L The destination handset display will
show “Phonebook Receiving”,
then “Phonebook Received”.
4 Press {OFF}.
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Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service Caller list

This unit is Caller ID compatible. To use Caller information for the last 50 different
Caller ID features, you must subscribe to callers will be logged in the caller list. You
your telephone company’s Caller ID can use this list to return missed calls.
service. L Caller information includes phone
numbers, the date and time of calls, and
Caller ID features the number of times each caller called.
When an outside call is being received, the L Make sure the unit’s date and time
calling party’s telephone number will be setting is correct (page 16).
displayed.
Telephone numbers for the last 50 different Missed calls
callers will be logged in the caller list, If a call is not answered, the unit treats the
allowing you to return missed calls. Caller call as a missed call. The number of
information is stored by the most recent missed calls is shown on the handset
call to the oldest. display. This lets you know if you should
L When Caller ID information is received view the caller list to see who called while
and it matches a phone number stored you were out.
in the phonebook: Example: Handset off the base unit or
– The stored name will be displayed and charger
logged in the caller list. (Private name
display) 10 missed calls
Rcvd Phone
L If the unit cannot receive caller Kcalls book L
information, the following will be
displayed:
“Out of area”: The caller dialed from Viewing the caller list and
an area which does not provide Caller ID calling back
service.
“Private caller”: The caller 1 Press {V} or {^} to enter the caller list.
requested not to send caller information.
L If the unit is connected to a PBX system, 2 Press {V} to search from the most
caller information may not be received recent call, or press {^} to search from
properly. Consult your PBX supplier. the oldest call.
L If the name display service is available in L To exit the caller list, press {OFF}.
your area, the display will show caller
names. For further information, please
3 Press {C} or {s}.
contact your telephone company. Note:
L You can also press {Rcvd calls} to
enter the caller list.
L Calling back will not be possible if the
caller information does not include a
phone number.
L In some cases, you may have to edit the
number before dialing.
L If the caller’s name and phone number
are stored in the phonebook, the caller’s
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Caller ID Service
name and phone number are displayed
alternately. Editing a caller’s phone number
before calling back
Example: JACK SMITH
You can edit a phone number in the caller
3:10P 29JUN.
list.
5553334444 1 Press {V} or {^} to enter the caller list.

3:10P 29JUN.
L If an arrow (→ ) is displayed after the the desired item.
number, the whole phone number will
not be shown. Press {*} to see the 3 Press {Edit}.
remaining numbers or to return to the
previous display. Each time you press
4 Add or erase digits to the beginning of
the number as necessary.
{*}, the display will change alternately.
L To add a digit, press the desired dial
Example: 222333344445555→ key.
3:10P 29JUN.
L To erase a digit, press {CLEAR} or
{*} {#}.
2223333444455556
666 5 To return a call, press {C} or {s}.
L KX-TG2424BX only: Note:

Each handset has its own caller list. If L The edited phone number will not be
you viewed the caller list or answered a saved in the caller list.
call on one handset, the same
information in the other handset will be
displayed as “missed calls”.
Storing caller information into
the phonebook
Displayed symbols Items in the caller list can be stored into
L If the same caller calls more than once, it each handset’s phonebook.
will be displayed with the number (“×2” 1 Press {V} or {^} to enter the caller list.
to “×9”). Only the date and time of the
most recent call will be stored. 2 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display
L A Q is displayed next to items which the desired item.
have already been viewed or answered L To edit the number, press {Edit}, then
on this handset. edit the number (see “Editing a
caller’s phone number before calling
back”, step 4).
3 Press {Save}.
L “Enter name” will be displayed.
L If the caller has name information, the
name and phone number will be
saved. Skip to step 6.
4 Enter the name if necessary (see page

22, step 3).
5 Press {Next}, then press {Save}.
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Caller ID Service
L To continue storing other items,
repeat from step 2.
6 Press {OFF}.
Note:
L If the caller information does not include
a phone number, you cannot store it in
the phonebook.
Erasing caller information
Erasing a selected item
1 Press {V} or {^} to enter the caller list.

the desired item.
3 Press {CLEAR}.
L To erase other items, repeat from
step 2.
L To exit the caller list, press {OFF}.
Erasing all items

Make sure that you have no missed calls.
1 Press {V} or {^} to enter the caller list.
2 Press {All erase}.

L To cancel erasing, press {No}.
3 Press {Yes}.
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Intercom Features
Handset locator Intercom (KX-TG2424BX

You can locate a misplaced handset by only)
paging it from the base unit.
Intercom calls can be made between 2
handsets.
For KX-TG2423BX users
Note:
1 Base unit: L If you have difficulty hearing the other
Press {HANDSET LOCATOR} to page party while using the speaker, decrease
the handset. the speaker volume.
L The IN USE indicator will flash L If you receive a phone call while talking
rapidly. on the intercom, you will hear 2 tones
L The handset will beep for 1minute. (page 33). To answer the call, press
{OFF}, then press {C} or {s}.
2 Base unit:
L You cannot change the ringer tone for
To stop paging, press {HANDSET
intercom calls.
LOCATOR}.
OR
Example: When handset 1 calls handset 2.
Handset:
To stop paging, press {OFF}. 1 Handset 1:
Press {INTERCOM}.
For KX-TG2424BX users L The paged handset will beep for 1
minute.
1 Base unit: L To stop paging, press {OFF}.
Press {HANDSET LOCATOR1} or
{HANDSET LOCATOR2} to page the 2 Handset 2:
handset. Press {C}, {s}, or {INTERCOM} to
L The IN USE indicator will flash answer.
rapidly.
L The handset will beep for 1minute. place the handset on the base unit or
2 Base unit: charger.
To stop paging, press {HANDSET
LOCATOR1}, or {HANDSET
LOCATOR2}.
OR
Handset:
To stop paging, press {OFF}.
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Intercom Features
Transferring a call (KX- Conference calls (KX-

TG2424BX only) TG2424BX only)
Outside calls can be transferred from one A conference call allows 2 handsets to
handset to the other. speak together with an outside party.
1 During an outside call, press 1 During an outside call, press

{INTERCOM}. {INTERCOM}.
L The call will be put on hold. L The call will be put on hold.
2 To page the other handset, press 2 To page the other handset, press
{handset[1]} or {handset[2]}. {handset[1]} or {handset[2]}.
3 Wait for the paged party to answer. 3 When the paged party answers, press
L The paged handset user can answer {Conf} on your handset to establish a
by pressing {C}, {s}, or conference call.
{INTERCOM}. L “Conference” will be displayed.
L If there is no answer, press {C} or L To leave the conference, press
{s} to return to the outside call. {OFF}. The other 2 parties can
continue the conversation.
4 To complete the transfer, press {OFF}.
Note:
Transferring a call without speaking to L The outside call can be put on hold by
the paged party pressing {HOLD} during a conference
call. Communications between
1 During an outside call, press extensions are not suspended. Only the
{INTERCOM}, then press person who placed the call on hold can
{handset[1]} or {handset[2]}. resume the conference by pressing
2 Press {OFF}.
{Conf}.
L The outside call rings at the other

handset.
Note:
L If the paged party does not answer the
call, press {C} or {s} to return to the
call. If not answered within 1 minute, the
call will ring at your handset again. If you
still do not answer the call within 4
minutes, the call will be disconnected.
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Programmable Settings
Guide to handset programming

For your reference, a chart of all programmable functions is printed below. Details for each
item can be found on the corresponding pages. To program, press {MENU}, press {V} or
{^} to scroll through the menu, and press {>} or {Select} when the desired menu item or
setting is displayed.
Important:
L Before programming, make sure the handset and base unit are not being used. The
handset must be operated near the base unit and while off the base unit or charger.
Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page

Ringer setting Ringer volume – page 32
Ringer tone – page 32
Interrupt tone*1 – page 33
Date and time*2 – – page 16
Voice enhancer – – page 33
Dial lock – – page 35
Copy phonebook*1 Copy 1 item – page 24
Copy all items – page 25
Initial setting LCD contrast – page 34
Key tone – page 36
Auto talk – page 33
Time adjustment*2 – page 37
Set tel line Set dial mode*2 page 34
Set flash time*2 page 34
Set line mode*2 page 35
Registration – page 36
*1 KX-TG2424BX only
*2 If you program these settings using one of the handsets, you will not need to program
the same item using the other handset (KX-TG2424BX only).
Note:
L To exit programming, press {OFF} at any time.
L To go back to the previous menu, press {<} or {Back}, or press {>} or {Select} while
“(Go back)” is displayed.
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Handset ringer tone

Ringer settings You can change the ringer tone heard
when an outside call is received. There are
Handset ringer volume 3 tones and 4 melodies. The default
4 levels (high/medium/low/off) are setting is “Tone 1”.
available. The default setting is HIGH.
1 Press {MENU}.
1 Press {MENU}.
2 Scroll to “Ringer setting” by
2 Scroll to “Ringer setting” by pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
Ringer setting
Ringer setting
3 Scroll to “Ringer tone” by pressing
3 Scroll to “Ringer volume” by pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
Ringer tone
Ringer volume
4 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select
4 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting.
the desired volume. Ringer tone
Ringer volume 1=Tone 1
Low |||||| High KBack dB SaveL
KBack dB SaveL
L You can also select the ringer tone by
L To turn the ringer off, press {V} pressing {1} to {7}.
repeatedly until “Off ?” is displayed. L If the ringer volume has been turned
off, the handset will not ring.
5 Press {Save}.
5 Press {Save}, then press {OFF}.
Note:
L When the ringer volume is set to off, the Note:
handset will display “Ringer off”, and L If you select one of the melody ringer
will not ring for outside calls. The patterns, the ringer will continue to
handset will ring at the low level for sound for several seconds if:
intercom calls. – the caller hangs up before you answer
the call.
– another person answers the call using
another phone connected on the
same line.
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Handset interrupt tone (KX-

Call options
TG2424BX only)
This tone lets you know when you receive
a call while you are on an intercom call Auto talk
(page 29). When this feature is turned on, you can
“2” (default): The tone will sound 2 times. answer a call by lifting the handset off the
“On”: The tone will sound for as long as the base unit or charger without pressing
line rings. {C}. The default setting is OFF.
“Off”: Turns this feature off.
1 Press {MENU}.
1 Press {MENU}.
2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by
2 Scroll to “Ringer setting” by pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
3 Scroll to “Auto talk” by pressing {V}
3 Scroll to “Interrupt tone” by or {^}, then press {>}.
4 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “On” or “Off”.
the desired setting.
Note:
L If you subscribe to Caller ID service and
want to view the caller’s information on
the handset display after lifting up the
handset to answer a call, turn off this
feature.
Voice enhancer
You can turn the voice enhancer feature on
or off. The default setting is OFF.
1 Press {MENU}.
2 Scroll to “Voice enhancer” by


“On” or “Off”.

L When turned on, “J” will be
displayed.
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Display options Telephone settings
Handset LCD contrast Dialing mode

You can adjust the handset display If you cannot make calls, change this
contrast. There are 6 levels. The default setting depending on your telephone line
setting is level 3. service.
“Tone” (default): For tone dial service.
1 Press {MENU}. “Pulse”: For rotary pulse dial service.
2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by 1 Press {MENU}.
3 Scroll to “LCD contrast” by pressing pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
3 Scroll to “Set tel line” by pressing
4 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
4 Scroll to “Set dial mode” by pressing
5 Press {Save}, then press {OFF}. {V} or {^}, then press {>}.

Flash time
The flash time depends on your telephone
exchange or host PBX.
You can select: “90ms” (milliseconds),
“100ms”, “110ms”, “250ms”, “300ms”,
“400ms”, “600ms”, or “700ms” (default).
1 Press {MENU}.

3 Scroll to “Set tel line” by pressing

4 Scroll to “Set flash time” by


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Note:
L If the unit is connected via a PBX, certain Other options
PBX functions (call transferring, etc.)
may not work correctly. Consult your
PBX supplier for the correct setting. Dial lock
This feature prohibits making outside calls.
The default setting is OFF.
Line mode
The line mode is preset to “B” and Important:
generally should not be adjusted. If “Line L When dial lock is turned on, only
in use” on the handset is not displayed phone numbers stored in the
properly, the line mode selection is phonebook as emergency numbers
incorrect. Set line mode to “A”. (numbers stored with a # at the
beginning of the name) can be dialed
1 Press {MENU}.
using the phonebook (page 22). We
2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by recommend storing emergency
pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}. numbers in the phonebook before
using this feature.
3 Scroll to “Set tel line” by pressing L When dial lock is turned on, you cannot
{V} or {^}, then press {>}. store, edit, or erase items in the
phonebook.
4 Scroll to “Set line mode” by pressing
To turn dial lock on
the desired setting. 1 Press {MENU}.
6 Press {Save}, then press {OFF}. 2 Scroll to “Dial lock” by pressing {V}
or {^}, then press {>}.
3 Enter a 4-digit password.

L This password is required when
turning dial lock off. We recommend
writing the password down.
4 Press {Save}.
5 Press {Yes}.
L “Dial lock on” will be displayed.
6 Press {OFF}.
Note:
L If dial lock is turned on, the handset
displays “Dial lock”. While there are
missed calls, “Dial lock” is not
displayed when the handset is off the
base unit or charger.
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L Have the handset and base unit near
To turn dial lock off
each other when re-registering the
1 Press {MENU}. handset.
L KX-TG2424BX only:
2 Scroll to “Dial lock” by pressing {V} Confirm the extension number of the
or {^}, then press {>}. handset which has lost the
communication by placing the handset
3 Enter the same password that was on the base unit or charger.
entered when dial lock was turned on. If you re-register the handset using the
4 Press {Save}. other handset’s extension number [1]
or [2], the other handset will not
5 Press {Yes}. function.
L “Dial lock off” will be displayed.
1 Handset:
6 Press {OFF}. Press {MENU}.
Note: 2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by

L If you forget the password, consult your
nearest Panasonic service center. 3 Scroll to “Registration” by pressing
Handset key tone
You can select whether or not key tones
4 KX-TG2423BX base unit:
Press and hold {HANDSET
are heard when keys are pressed.
LOCATOR} until the CHARGE
Includes confirmation tones and error
indicator flashes.
tones. The default setting is ON.
KX-TG2424BX base unit:
1 Press {MENU}. Press and hold the handset locator
button that corresponds to the handset
2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by you want to re-register ({HANDSET
pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}. LOCATOR 1} or {HANDSET
LOCATOR 2}) until the CHARGE
3 Scroll to “Key tone” by pressing {V} or
indicator flashes.
{^}, then press {>}.
L After the CHARGE indicator starts
4 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select flashing, the rest of the procedure
“On” or “Off”. must be completed within 1 minute.
5 Press {Save}, then press {OFF}. 5 Handset:

Press {OK}, then wait until the handset
Re-registering the handset beeps.
If “No link to base. Move closer L Registration is complete.
to base, try again.” is displayed
even when the handset is near the base
unit, you may need to re-register the
handset to the base unit.
Important:
L Make sure the base unit is not being
used.
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Time adjustment (Caller ID

subscribers only)
If the Caller ID time and date display
service is available in your area, Caller ID
will automatically adjust the unit’s date and
time setting each time a call is received. To
turn this feature on, select “Caller
ID[auto]” (default). To turn off, select
“Manual”.
1 Press {MENU}.

3 Scroll to “Time adjustment” by


“Manual” or “Caller ID[auto]”.
Note:
L To use this feature, set the date and time
manually first (page 16).
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Programming via direct commands

You can also program most features using “direct commands”—special codes that take
you directly to the feature you wish to program and allow you to select the desired setting.
There is no need to scroll through the unit’s menus.
Details of each feature can be found on the corresponding pages.
1 Press {MENU}.
2 Enter the desired feature code (shown below).
3 Enter the desired setting code (shown below).

L This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed.
4 Press {Save}.
5 Press {OFF} to exit programming mode.
Direct commands chart

Feature Feature code Setting code Page
Ringer volume {1} {1} {1}: Low {2}: Medium page 32
{3}: High {0}: Off
Ringer tone {1} {2} {1}–{3}: Tone pattern 1–3 page 32
{4}–{7}: Melody pattern 1–4
Interrupt tone*1 {1} {3} {1}: On {2}: 2 times {0}: Off page 33
Date and time {4} Go to step 3 on page 16. page 16
Voice enhancer {5} {1}: On {0}: Off page 33
Dial lock {6} Go to step 3 on page 35. page 35
LCD contrast {0} {1} {1}–{6}: Level 1–6 page 34
Key tone {0} {2} {1}: On {0}: Off page 36
Auto talk {0} {3} {1}: On {0}: Off page 33
Set dial mode {0} {5} {1} {1}: Pulse {2}: Tone page 34
Set flash time {0} {5} {2} {1}: 700 ms {2}: 600 ms page 34
{3}: 400 ms {4}: 300 ms
{5}: 250 ms {6}: 110 ms
{7}: 100 ms {8}: 90 ms
Set line mode {0} {5} {3} {1}: A {2}: B page 35
Time adjustment {0} {9} {1}: Caller ID[auto] page 37
{0}: Manual
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Feature Feature code Setting code Page

Handset registration {0} {0} Go to step 4 on page 36. page 36
Copy phonebook {#} {1} Go to step 4 on page 24. page 24
(1 item)*1
Copy phonebook {#} {2} – page 25
(all items)*1
*1 KX-TG2424BX only
Note:
L If you make a mistake or enter the wrong code, press {OFF} then start again by
pressing {MENU}.
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Useful Information
Belt clip Headset (optional)

You can hang the handset on your belt or Connecting an optional headset to the
pocket using the included belt clip. handset allows hands-free phone
conversations. Please use only a
To attach the belt clip Panasonic headset. See page 5 for the
compatible headset and ordering
information.
To connect an optional headset to the

handset
To remove the belt clip

While pressing the top of the clip (1), pull
the right edge in the direction of the arrow
(2).
Headset jack
2
1
Note:
L To switch to the speakerphone, press
{s}. To return to the headset, press
{C}.
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Useful Information
Wall mounting
Base unit
The base unit can be mounted on a wall.
1 Connect the AC adaptor and the telephone line cord.
Fasten the AC adaptor cord.
Hooks
To power
outlet
2 Drive the screws (not included) into the wall using the wall mount template (see below).
Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide it down.
L Raise the antenna.
Screws
82 mm
To single-line
telephone jack
Wall mount template for the base unit
82 mm
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Useful Information

The charger can be wall mounted, as shown below.
1 Connect the AC adaptor.
2 Drive the screws (not included) into the wall using the wall mount template (see below).
3 Mount the charger (1).
4 Slide it down (2) and to the right (3) until it is secure.
25.4 mm
1
2
3
Screws
To power
outlet
25.4 mm
Wall mount template for the charger
42
Useful Information
Error messages
If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages will be displayed on the
handset.
Display message Cause & solution

Busy L The called handset is in use.*1
L The handset you tried to copy phonebook items to is in
use.*1
L The handset you are calling is too far from the base
unit.*1
Error!! L When you tried to register the handset, the handset and
the base unit could not link for some reason, such as
interference from electrical appliances. Move the
handset and the base unit away from the electrical
appliances and try again.
L The other handset tried to send phonebook items to you
but there was an error. Have the other handset user re-
send the items to you (page 24).*1
L The entered password was wrong in programming dial
lock. Enter the correct password.
---Incomplete--- L When the phonebook item(s) was(were) sent to another
Phonebook full handset, the handset’s phonebook memory was full
and copying stopped. Press {OFF} to exit. Erase items
from the other handset’s phonebook (page 23). When
phonebook memory is available, you can copy all
phonebook items (page 25) or individual items one by
one (page 24).*1
No link to base. L The handset has lost communication with the base unit.
Move closer to Move closer to the base unit, and try again.
base, try again. L Confirm that the base unit’s AC adaptor is plugged in.
L Raise the base unit antenna.
L The handset’s registration may have been canceled.
Re-register the handset (page 36).
Phonebook full L There is no space to store new items in the phonebook.
Erase unnecessary items (page 23).
No items stored L Your phonebook or redial list is empty.
Please lift up and L A handset button was pressed while the handset was
try again. on the base unit or charger. Lift the handset and press
the button again.
System is busy. L The handset has lost communication with the base unit.
Please try again Move closer to the base unit and try again.
later. L More than one unit is in use. Try again later.*1
Dial locked L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 36.
*1 KX-TG2424BX only
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Useful Information
Troubleshooting
General use
Problem Cause & solution
The unit does not work. L Make sure that the battery is installed correctly (page
10).
L Check the connections (page 9).
L Fully charge the battery (page 11).
L Clean the charge contacts and charge again (page 11).
L Unplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the unit.
Reconnect the adaptor and try again.
L Re-install the battery (page 10) and fully charge it.
The display shows “No L The handset is too far from the base unit. Move closer
link to base. Move and try again.
closer to base, try L Plug in the base unit’s AC adaptor.
again.” and an alarm L Raise the base unit antenna.
tone sounds. L If the above remedies do not solve the problem, the
handset may have lost communication with the base
unit. Register the handset again (page 36).
I cannot hear a dial tone. L Confirm that the telephone line cord is connected (page
9).
L Disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect
a known working telephone. If the working telephone
operates properly, contact our service personnel to
have the unit repaired. If the working telephone does
not operate properly, contact your telephone company.
Programmable settings
I cannot program items. L Programming is not possible while the handset and
base unit are being used.
L Do not pause for over 1 minute while programming.
L Move closer to the base unit.
While programming, the L A call is being received. Answer the call and start again
handset starts to ring. from the beginning after hanging up.
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Useful Information
Making/answering calls, Intercom

Static is heard, sound L Move the handset and the base unit away from other
cuts in and out. electrical appliances.
Interference from other L Move closer to the base unit.
electrical units. L Raise the base unit antenna.
L Turn on the clarity booster feature (page 20).
L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with DSL
service, we recommend connecting a noise filter
between the base unit and the telephone line jack.
Contact your DSL provider for details.
The handset does not L The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust it (page 32).
ring.
I cannot make a call. L The dialing mode may be set incorrectly. Set the dial
mode (page 34) to match the type of telephone service
you have (tone or pulse).
L If the base unit or the other handset is in use, you may
not be able to make a call. Try again later.
L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 36.
I cannot redial by L If the last number dialed was more than 48 digits long,
pressing {REDIAL}. the number will not be redialed correctly.
L If you press {REDIAL} after you have started dialing,
this button functions as the {PAUSE} button. To redial,
do not dial any numbers before pressing {REDIAL}.
I cannot have a L Make sure that an optional headset is connected
conversation using the properly (page 40).
headset. L If “SP-phone” is displayed on the handset, press {C}
to switch to the headset.
I cannot page the L The called handset is too far from the base unit.
handset. L The called handset is in use. Try again later.
Phonebook
I cannot store an item in L You cannot store an item in the phonebook while the
the phonebook. handset is in talk, speakerphone or intercom mode.
L Do not pause for over 1 minute while storing.
While storing an item in L A call is being received. Answer the call and start again
the phonebook, the from the beginning after hanging up.
handset starts to ring.
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Useful Information

Copying stopped with an L The destination handset may have lost communication
item displayed. with the base unit, or the destination handset user may
have pressed {C} or {s}.
The displayed phonebook item was not copied to the
handset. Press {OFF}. Confirm that the destination
handset is in standby mode (i.e., not in use) and try
again.
The display exits the L The handset automatically exits after 1 minute of
phonebook while inactivity.
searching.
Caller ID
The handset does not L You have not subscribed to Caller ID service. Contact
display the caller’s phone your telephone company to subscribe.
number. L If your unit is connected to any additional telephone
equipment such as Caller ID box or wireless telephone
jack, disconnect the unit from the equipment and plug
the unit directly into the wall jack.
L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with DSL
service, we recommend connecting a noise filter
between the base unit and the telephone line jack.
Contact your DSL provider for details.
L Other telephone equipment may be interfering with this
unit. Disconnect the other equipment and try again.
L The caller requested not to send caller information
(page 26).
L If a call is being transferred to you, the caller information
will not be displayed.
The display exits the L The handset automatically exits after 1 minute of
caller list while searching. inactivity.
Time setting is erased, L If a power failure occurs, time setting may be erased.
and “E Press MENU.” Set the date and time again (page 16).
flashes on the handset
display.
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Useful Information
Battery charge
“Recharge battery” is L Fully charge the battery (page 11).
displayed, 7 flashes
or the handset beeps
intermittently.
“Charge for 6h” and L The battery has been discharged. Fully charge the
8 are displayed and battery (page 11).
the handset does not
work.
I charged the battery fully, L Clean the charge contacts and charge again (page 11).
but “Recharge L The battery may need to be replaced (page 12). If you
battery” is still install a new battery, fully charge it (page 11).
displayed and/or 7
continues to flash, or
“Charge for 6h” and
8 are displayed.
The CHARGE indicator L This is normal.
does not go out after the
battery has been
charged.
The handset display is L Confirm that the battery is properly installed.
blank. L Fully charge the battery (page 11).
Power failure
The unit will not function. L This product is not designed to make calls in the event
of a power failure. We recommend connecting a
standard telephone to the same telephone line in the
event that emergency calls need to be made during a
power failure (page 10).
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Useful Information

Technical information
Operating environment:
Base unit 5 °C – 40 °C
Operating environment: Dimensions:

5 °C – 40 °C Approx. height 65 mm x width 85 mm x
depth 95 mm
Frequency:
2.4 GHz – 2.48 GHz Mass (Weight):
Approx. 97 g
Dimensions:
Approx. height 125 mm x width 140 mm x Power consumption:
depth 135 mm Standby: Approx. 1.0 W
Maximum: Approx. 3.0 W
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 270 g Power supply:
AC adaptor (220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)
Power consumption:
Standby: Approx. 2.8 W Note:
Maximum: Approx. 5.2 W L Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Power supply: L The illustrations in these instructions
AC adaptor (220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) may vary slightly from the actual
product.
Handset
Operating environment:
5 °C – 40 °C
Frequency:
2.4 GHz – 2.48 GHz
Dimensions:
Approx. height 167 mm x width 48 mm x
depth 31 mm
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 107 g
Power supply:
Ni-MH battery (2.4 V, 830 mAh)
Security codes:
1,000,000
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Index
I Installation
Index AC adaptor: 9
Base unit: 9
A Accessories: 5 Charger: 9
Answering calls: 18 Telephone line cord: 9
Auto talk: 18, 33 Intercom: 29
B Backlit display: 15 Interrupt tone: 33
Backlit handset keypad: 15 K Key tone: 36
Base unit location: 8 L LCD contrast: 34
Battery Line mode: 35
Charge: 11 M Making calls: 17
Installation: 10 Microphone: 17
Performance: 12 Mute: 19
Replacement: 12
N Navigator key: 14
Strength: 11
Noise: 8
Belt clip: 40
P Pause: 20
C Caller ID service: 26
Phonebook
Caller list
Adding: 22
Calling back: 26
Calling: 23
Editing: 27
Copying: 24, 25
Erasing: 28
Editing: 23
Storing: 27
Erasing: 23
Viewing: 26
Names: 22
Call share: 20
Power failure: 10, 16, 47
Call waiting tone: 21
Pulse service: 21
Chain dial: 24
Clarity booster: 20 R Redial: 17
Conf (Conference): 30 Redial list: 18
Conference calls: 30 Registration: 36
Controls: 13 Ringer
Copy phonebook: 24, 25 Tone: 32
Volume: 32
D Date and time: 16
Ringer off: 18, 32
Dialing mode: 34
Rotary service, tone dialing: 21
Dial lock: 35
Display: 15 S Safety instructions: 6
Soft keys: 15
E Error messages: 43
SP-phone: 17
F Flash button: 20
T Technical information: 48
Flash time: 34
Time adjustment: 37
Function menu
Transferring a call: 30
Direct commands: 38
Table: 31
H Handset locator: 29
Headset, optional: 40
Hold: 19
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Index
Troubleshooting
Battery charge: 47
Caller ID: 46
General use: 44
Making/answering calls, Intercom:
45
Phonebook: 45
Power failure: 47
Programmable settings: 44
V VE (voice enhancer): 19
Voice enhancer: 19, 33
Volume control
Handset receiver: 17
Handset speaker: 17
W Wall mounting
Base unit: 41
Charger: 42
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Notes
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reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited
without the written consent of Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.
© 2005 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
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Model No. KX-TG2423BX

Model No. KX-TG2424BX

Introduction Viewing the caller list and calling

We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference.

Serial No. Date of purchase

Attach your purchase receipt here.

Accessory items Order number

To single-line telephone jack

Telephone line cord

To power outlet (AC 220–240 V, 50/60 Hz)

Charger (KX-TG2424BX only)

If you subscribe to a DSL service

Recharging the battery

Controls and display

K Charger (KX-TG2424BX only)

Handset display items

Soft key examples:

Backlit display and handset keypad

1 Press {MENU}. To confirm the date and time

Date and time Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers

4 Enter the current hour and minute (12-

5 Select “AM” or “PM” by pressing {AM/

3 When finished talking, press {OFF} or 1 Enter the phone number.

2 Dial the phone number. To redial the last number dialed

3 When the other party answers, speak 1 Press {C} or {s}.

To make a call using the redial list

Temporary ringer off

KX-TG2424BX: 1 Press {MENU} during an outside call.

Clarity booster PAUSE button (for PBX/long

For Call Waiting service users

Temporary tone dialing (for

2 Press {Add}. Character table

Editing items in the phonebook

6 Edit the phone number if necessary.

To search for a name by initial 2 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display

Chain dial feature

2 Press {1} to select “Phonebook”. Copying an item

Copying all items

2 Scroll to “Copy phonebook” by

3 Scroll to “Copy all items” by

Using Caller ID service Caller list

5553334444 1 Press {V} or {^} to enter the caller list.

L KX-TG2424BX only: Note:

4 Enter the name if necessary (see page

5 Press {Next}, then press {Save}.

Erasing caller information

Erasing a selected item

1 Press {V} or {^} to enter the caller list.

2 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display

Erasing all items

1 Press {V} or {^} to enter the caller list.

2 Press {All erase}.

Handset locator Intercom (KX-TG2424BX

Transferring a call (KX- Conference calls (KX-

1 During an outside call, press 1 During an outside call, press

L The outside call rings at the other

Guide to handset programming

Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page

Handset ringer tone

Handset interrupt tone (KX-