Panasonic KX-PRD250EX1, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...nitial use see Getting Started on page 11 Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference To use this unit in your country first change the unit s region setting to match your country page 47 Change the unit s display language as needed page 17 PRL250EX1 en 1006_ver011 pdf 1 2014 10 06 15 04 32 ...

Page 2: ...ng mobile calls 24 Making landline calls 24 Answering calls 25 Useful features during a call 25 Intercom 29 Key lock 29 Phonebook Phonebook 30 Speed dial 32 Programming Menu list 34 Alarm 42 Do not disturb mode 42 Nuisance call block 43 Baby monitor 44 Other programming 46 Registering a unit 47 Caller ID Service Using Caller ID service 49 Caller list 49 Using Bluetooth Devices Copying phonebook fr...

Page 3: ...2 pin AC plug for EU type PNLV244CE 1 D Telephone line cord 1 1 E Rechargeable batteries 2 F Handset cover 2 1 1 If the supplied telephone line cord is not available in your country please contact your nearest Panasonic service centre for sales information 2 The handset cover comes attached to the handset A B C D E F Additional replacement accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer f...

Page 4: ...s department for availability of key finder in your area Other information R Design and specifications are subject to change without notice R The illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product Expanding your phone system Handset optional KX PRLA20E You can expand your phone system by registering optional handsets 6 max to a single base unit R Optional handsets may be...

Page 5: ...stribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic U K R Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products Take a browse on our website for further details http shop panasonic co uk General information R This equipment is designed for use on the U K Ireland Germany Italy and Spain analogue telephone network R In the event of problems you should cont...

Page 6: ...chase found on the bottom of the base unit Name and address of dealer Attach your purchase receipt here 6 Helpline Tel No U K 0844 844 3899 Ireland 01289 8333 Introduction PRL250EX1 en 1006_ver011 pdf 6 2014 10 06 15 04 33 ...

Page 7: ...allow the AC adaptor or telephone line cord to be excessively pulled bent or placed under heavy objects Operating safeguards R Unplug the product from power outlets before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners R Do not disassemble the product R Do 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 tele...

Page 8: ...ic shock from lightning 3 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 4 Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For best performance Base unit location avoiding noise The base unit and other compatible ...

Page 9: ... of old products and used batteries please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002 96 EC and 2006 66 EC By disposing of these products and batteries correctly you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate was...

Page 10: ... GHz to 2 48 GHz Bluetooth R RF transmission power Approx 10 mW average power per channel R Power source 220 240 V AC 50 60 Hz R Power consumption Base unit Standby Approx 1 5 W Maximum Approx 14 W R Operating conditions 0 C 40 C 20 80 relative air humidity dry 10 Helpline Tel No U K 0844 844 3899 Ireland 01289 8333 Important Information PRL250EX1 en 1006_ver011 pdf 10 2014 10 06 15 04 33 ...

Page 11: ...r sales information In this case set Mobile Line Only Mode to Off page 22 n Base unit Run the telephone line cord 1 and AC adaptor 2 through the slot of the stand Connect the telephone line cord 1 and AC adaptor 2 to the jacks at the bottom of the unit until you hear a click Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet Connect the telephone line cord to the telephone line jack until you hear a click...

Page 12: ...same telephone line jack using a T adaptor Your Panasonic sales shop can offer you more information about connection possibilities Note for battery installation R Use the supplied rechargeable batteries For replacement we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 4 8 Note for battery charging R It is normal for the handset to feel warm during charging R Clean the charge co...

Page 13: ...ft keys By pressing a soft key you can select the feature shown directly above it on the display After a mobile phone is paired M N is displayed Navigator key Navigator keys functions as follows V MDN MCN MFN or MEN Scroll through various lists and items MDN or MCN Adjust the receiver or speaker volume while talking M N Caller list View the caller list MWN Phonebook View the phonebook entry MTN Re...

Page 14: ... A D C B L Charge contacts Z Speakerphone indicator Mobile 1 indicator Mobile 2 indicator USB cable slot page 15 MjN MkN Volume up down MZN Speakerphone M N Locator Intercom R You can locate a misplaced handset by pressing M N M N Bluetooth connecting M N Mute Microphone USB port rear of unit Speaker Charging your smartphone KX PRL250 series page 3 You can charge your smartphone by placing it on t...

Page 15: ...un a USB cable not supplied through the cable slot and place your smartphone on the base unit for charging 1 Note R Certain smartphones may not be able to be charged via USB Display icons Indicators Handset display items Item Meaning Range status The more bars visible the closer the handset is to the base unit Out of base unit range Security for phone calls is set to Enhanced page 47 Paging interc...

Page 16: ...52 Item Meaning Mobile 1 in use Someone is using the corresponding line Mobile 2 in use Line in use 1 Corresponding mobile line s is are indicated next to the item 2 Caller ID subscribers only 3 Corresponding lines 1 2 mobile line L landline are indicated next to the item If all lines are turned off no line is indicated 4 Voice mail subscribers only Handset soft key icons Icon Action Returns to th...

Page 17: ...ing the power on off Press M N for about 2 seconds Language setting Display language 1 M N right soft key 110 2 MbN Select your desired language a MOKN 3 M N Date and time 1 M N right soft key 101 2 Enter the current date month and year a MOKN Example 15 July 2014 15 07 14 R You can select the date format by pressing dd mm yy date month year yy mm dd 3 Enter the current hour and minute Example 9 3...

Page 18: ...d on the base unit or charger battery consumption is faster than usual Screen saver mode The backlight goes dark when on a call or turns off completely after 1 minute of inactivity if the handset is not on the base unit or charger Activate the handset display again by pressing M N when on a call pressing M N at all other times Eco mode setting If only one handset is registered and that handset is ...

Page 19: ...or these countries If you cannot make calls change this setting according to your telephone line service The default setting is Tone Tone For tone dial service Pulse For rotary pulse dial service 1 M N right soft key 120 2 MbN Select the desired setting 3 MOKN a M N Helpline Tel No U K 0844 844 3899 Ireland 01289 8333 19 Getting Started PRL250EX1 en 1006_ver011 pdf 19 2014 10 06 15 04 33 ...

Page 20: ...rest of the procedure must be completed within 5 minutes 2 Your mobile phone While the corresponding indicator is flashing follow the instructions of your mobile phone to enter the pairing mode R Depending on your mobile phone it may ask you to enter the Bluetooth PIN default 0000 If your mobile phone shows PassKey confirmation on its display follow the directions to proceed 3 Handset Wait until a...

Page 21: ...r mobile 1 M N right soft key 6141 For mobile 2 M N right soft key 6142 2 MbN Select the desired setting 3 MOKN a M N Note R The units use the preset ringer tones page 36 instead of your mobile phone s ringer tone when a mobile call is being received if your mobile phone is in do not disturb mode depending on your mobile phone the base unit is in use To use the handset ringer tone instead of your ...

Page 22: ... unit to connect to each other Handset 1 To connect disconnect For mobile 1 M N right soft key 6251 For mobile 2 M N right soft key 6252 R A long beep sounds 2 M N Mobile line only mode If you do not use the landline If you do not use the landline we recommend setting the unit to the mobile line only mode The default setting is On Important R If you turn on the Mobile Line Only Mode disconnect the...

Page 23: ...of the local phone number 9 digits max when making mobile calls 1 M N right soft key 633 2 Enter the area code 5 digits max a MOKN R To correct a digit press MCN 3 Enter the digit number of the local phone number 1 to 9 4 MOKN a M N Changing the Bluetooth PIN Personal Identification Number The PIN is used to pair mobile phones to the base unit The default PIN is 0000 To prevent unauthorised access...

Page 24: ... is paired a specific line is set to make mobile calls page 23 4 MbN Select the desired mobile phone a MOKN Erasing a number in the redial list n When a mobile phone is paired 1 M N 2 MbN Select the desired entry a M N 3 MbN Erase a MOKN 4 MbN Yes a MOKN 5 M N n When a mobile phone is not paired 1 M N 2 MbN Select the desired entry a M N 3 MbN Yes a MOKN 4 M N Making landline calls 1 Lift the hand...

Page 25: ... pressing M N without lifting up the handset Adjusting the handset ringer volume Press MDN or MCN repeatedly to select the desired volume while ringing Using the base unit When a landline call is being received the Z indicator flashes rapidly When a mobile call is being received or indicator and Z indicator flash rapidly 1 Press MZN when the unit rings 2 Speak into the microphone 3 When you finish...

Page 26: ...N then press MZN while the 2nd call is being received Note that the current call will be disconnected R Please contact your service provider telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area Temporary tone dialling for rotary pulse service users Important R If you select United Kingdom or Deutschland as the unit s region setting page 47 the temporary tone dialling is not ...

Page 27: ...4 Wait for the paged party to answer R If the paged party does not answer press M N to return to the outside call 5 To complete the transfer Press M N To establish a conference call M N a MbN Conference a MOKN R To leave the conference press M N The other 2 parties can continue the conversation R To put the outside call on hold M N a MbN Hold a MOKN To resume the conference M N a MbN Conference a ...

Page 28: ...a conversation using a mobile phone press MZN R The mobile call is transferred to the base unit Note R When you press MZN on the base unit to end the phone app s mobile call the call is transferred to the mobile phone Use the mobile phone to disconnect the call Depending on the phone app the call may be disconnected without being transferred to the mobile phone Answering a 2nd call If you receive ...

Page 29: ...nish talking press M N Base unit 1 Press MZN to answer the page 2 When you finish talking press MZN Using the Smart Function Key Press M N to answer the page Turning auto intercom on off This feature allows the handset to answer intercom calls automatically when it is called You do not need to press M N When this feature is set to On the monitoring handset for the baby monitor feature page 46 will...

Page 30: ...ect the desired phone number location a MOKN 6 Enter the party s phone number a MOKN 7 MbN Select the desired label a MOKN R To store 2 or 3 phone numbers repeat steps 5 7 8 MbN Select the current setting of the category default Home a MOKN 9 MbN Select the desired category a MOKN 10 MbN Save a MOKN a M N Storing a redial list number to the phonebook n When a mobile phone is paired 1 MTN 2 MbN Sel...

Page 31: ...croll through the phonebook if necessary a M N 3 MbN Select the desired phone number a M N R The unit starts dialling when only 1 mobile phone is paired a specific line is set to make mobile calls page 23 4 MbN Select the desired mobile phone a MOKN n Using the landline 1 MWN 2 To scroll through all entries MbN Select the desired entry a M N To search by first character Press the dial key 0 to 9 o...

Page 32: ...use to add pauses after the number and PIN as necessary page 25 R If you have rotary pulse service you need to press before pressing M N in step 1 to change the dialling mode temporarily to tone 1 When adding entries to the phonebook we recommend adding to the beginning of phone numbers you wish to chain dial page 30 1 If you select United Kingdom or Deutschland as the unit s region setting page 4...

Page 33: ...KN a M N Viewing an entry Making a call n Using a mobile line 1 Press and hold the desired speed dial key 1 to 9 2 M N R The unit starts dialling when only 1 mobile phone is paired a specific line is set to make mobile calls page 23 3 MbN Select the desired mobile phone a MOKN n Using the landline 1 Press and hold the desired speed dial key 1 to 9 2 To make a call press M N Helpline Tel No U K 084...

Page 34: ...ndicates the default settings R In the following table indicates the reference page number R Display menu order and sub menu may vary depending on your model Display the menu tree and direct command code table Main menu Caller List Operation Code Viewing the caller list 213 49 Main menu Time Settings Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Settings Code Set Date Time 1 101 17 Memo Alarm Alarm1 5 Once Daily Weekly O...

Page 35: ...ategory Home Mobile 1 Mobile 2 Category 4 9 241 43 First Ring 1 6 On Off 173 Main menu Intercom Operation Code Paging the desired unit 274 29 Main menu Key Finder 7 Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Settings Code Search 655 Battery Check Main menu Nuisance Call Block 1 8 Operation Code Storing Viewing blocked call numbers 217 43 Helpline Tel No U K 0844 844 3899 Ireland 01289 8333 35 Programming PRL250EX1 en ...

Page 36: ...one 4 11 6291 10 6292 11 Select unit to ring 1 Handset 1 6 All 6271 10 21 6272 11 Ring as Mobile limited 1 On Off 6141 10 21 6142 11 SMS Alert On Off 1 On Off 6101 10 53 6102 11 SMS Alert Alert Tone 12 Ringtone 1 10 Ringtone 2 11 6101 10 54 6102 11 Pair 6241 10 20 6242 11 Unpair 6111 10 20 6112 11 Music Player Play Music 609 52 Music Device Mobile1 9 Mobile2 9 606 Phonebook Transfer 618 51 36 Help...

Page 37: ... Phone 1 9 Mobile Phone 2 9 Manual 634 23 Set pairing PIN 1 0000 619 23 International Code 1 117 51 Country Code 1 118 National Access Code 1 119 Main menu Baby Monitor Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Settings Code On Off On Off 268 44 Sensitivity Level Low Middle High 269 45 Helpline Tel No U K 0844 844 3899 Ireland 01289 8333 37 Programming PRL250EX1 en 1006_ver011 pdf 37 2014 10 06 15 04 35 ...

Page 38: ... On Off 238 42 Do Not Disturb Mode Start End 23 00 06 00 237 43 Do Not Disturb Mode Ring Delay 30 sec 60 sec 90 sec 120 sec No Ringing 239 43 Do Not Disturb Mode Select Category Home Mobile 1 Mobile 2 Category 4 9 241 43 First Ring 1 6 On Off 173 Time Settings Set Date Time 1 101 17 Memo Alarm Alarm1 5 Once Daily Weekly Off 720 42 Time Adjustment 1 2 Caller ID Manual 226 38 Helpline Tel No U K 084...

Page 39: ...ngle Number 217 43 Range of Numbers Withheld On Off 240 44 Speed Dial 261 32 Eco Mode 1 15 Off Eco 725 18 Security 1 15 Normal Enhanced 729 47 Display Setup Wallpaper Wallpaper1 181 Clock On Off 198 Display Colour Colour1 Colour2 182 Display Mode 16 Multi Items Single Item 192 Key Backlight On Off 276 LCD in charging 17 LCD backlight On Off 191 Handset Name 104 46 Display Name On Off 105 46 Smart ...

Page 40: ...Deutschland United Kingdom España Italia 136 47 Language Display English 110 17 Main menu Play Music Operation Playing music from a Bluetooth device 52 1 If you program these settings using one of the handsets you do not need to program the same item using another handset 2 This feature allows the unit to automatically adjust the date and time each time caller information including date and time i...

Page 41: ... mode is set to On 16 You can select to display either a single item or multiple items on one screen at a time for the handset menu list phonebook list caller list and redial list When in multiple items display mode you can switch the screen to confirm the detailed information by pressing M N or pressing M N a MbN Detail a MOKN 17 You can set the handset display backlight while on charge On Backli...

Page 42: ...When the handset is in use the alarm will not sound until the handset is in standby mode R Press any dial key M N or M N to stop the sound but keep the snooze function activated R If you want to make an outside call when the snooze function is activated please stop the snooze function before making the call Do not disturb mode Do not disturb mode allows you to select a period of time during which ...

Page 43: ...it can reject calls that begin with a number stored in the call block list such as a toll free phone number prefix or certain area codes You can also set the unit to reject calls that do not have a phone number When a call is received the unit does not ring while the caller is being identified If the caller s phone number matches an entry in the call block list the unit emits no sound to the calle...

Page 44: ...ects sound Important R You should perform a test run of the baby monitor procedure to ensure that the baby monitor feature is set correctly For example test its sensitivity Check the connection if you are diverting the baby monitor to an outside line R This feature should not be used as a substitute for a medical or caregiver s supervision It is the caregiver s responsibility to stay close enough ...

Page 45: ... Select External to monitor from an outside line a M N a M N 4 MbN Manual a MOKN 5 Enter the desired name a MOKN 6 Enter the desired number a MOKN 2 times R Baby Monitor will be displayed Note R The registered name number is displayed Turning off the baby monitor The monitored handset cannot be used while baby monitor is set to On 1 Press M N on the handset being monitored 2 MbN On Off a MOKN 3 Mb...

Page 46: ...s useful when you make intercom calls between handsets To display the handset name in standby mode turn on the handset name display feature page 46 1 M N right soft key 104 2 Enter the desired name 10 characters max 3 MOKN a M N Displaying the handset name You can select whether or not the handset name is displayed in standby mode The default setting is Off 1 M N right soft key 105 2 MbN Select th...

Page 47: ...ited Kingdom U K and Ireland España Spain Italia Italy 3 MbN Yes a MOKN a M N Note R Changing the unit s region setting may cause the settings for your country or your customised settings to return to their default settings Registering a unit Operating additional units Additional handsets Up to 6 handsets can be registered to the base unit Important R The additional handset model recommended for u...

Page 48: ... registering the repeater to this base unit you must turn the repeater mode on R Do not use more than one repeater at a time Setting the repeater mode 1 M N right soft key 138 2 MbN Select the desired setting a MOKN a M N Registering the DECT repeater KX A405 to the base unit Note R Please use a repeater that has not yet been registered to another unit If the repeater is registered to another unit...

Page 49: ...ppears from the standby display if the following operation is performed by one of the registered handsets Being replaced on the base unit or charger Pressing M N Phonebook name display When caller information is received and it matches a phone number stored in the phonebook the stored name in the phonebook is displayed and logged in the caller list Caller list Important R Make sure the unit s date...

Page 50: ...ler list after pressing M N Editing a caller s phone number 1 M N 2 MbN Select the desired entry a M N 3 MbN Edit Call a MOKN 4 Edit the number 5 Using a mobile line To make a mobile call continue from step 2 Making mobile calls page 24 Using the landline M N Erasing selected caller information 1 M N 2 MbN Select the desired entry 3 M N a MbN Yes a MOKN a M N Erasing all caller information 1 M N 2...

Page 51: ...al Copy entries you selected R Select Mode menu is displayed only when the mobile phone supports PBAP Phone Book Access Profile for Bluetooth connection R Some mobile phones may require you to perform an operation on the mobile phone even if you select Auto 4 Mobile phone Follow the instructions of your mobile phone to copy phonebook entries R For other mobile phones not paired you need to search ...

Page 52: ...re is only 1 Bluetooth device paired to the base unit that Bluetooth device is automatically set to be used for playing music 1 M N right soft key 606 2 MbN Select the desired Bluetooth device a MOKN a M N Playing music through the base unit s speaker 1 Bluetooth device Use your Bluetooth device s media player app to play music R The music is played through the base unit s speaker R is displayed o...

Page 53: ... able to control some media player apps R When you use the handset as a remote control the base unit volume cannot be adjusted by pressing the base unit s volume buttons SMS alert The handset can notify you when a mobile phone that is paired to the base unit receives a SMS message The handset can notify you by briefly displaying a message by sounding a ringer tone or melody Important R To use the ...

Page 54: ...ired setting 4 MOKN a M N Note R If the SMS alert feature does not work you must turn on notifications in the Bluetooth settings of your mobile phone Then unplug the base unit s AC adaptor and reconnect it to activate the SMS alert feature For instructions on how to do this visit our Web site http www panasonic net pcc support tel sms R SMS alerts are not logged in the caller list of your unit 54 ...

Page 55: ...5 Press MFN or MEN to move the cursor left or right Press dial keys to enter characters and numbers Press MCN to erase the character or number highlighted by the cursor Press and hold MCN to erase all characters or numbers Press Aaa to switch between uppercase and lowercase To enter another character located on the same dial key press MEN to move the cursor to the next space then press the appropr...

Page 56: ...le z y 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase Extended 2 character table z y 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R The following are used for both uppercase and lowercase 56 Helpline Tel No U K 0844 844 3899 Ireland 01289 8333 Useful Information PRL250EX1 en 1006_ver011 pdf 56 2014 10 06 15 04 36 ...

Page 57: ... Make sure that other Bluetooth devices are not connected to the mobile phone and try again R When you tried to play music using a Bluetooth device the device was not connected to the base unit Failed R Although the unit tried to connect to the mobile phone the connection has been failed Someone is using a mobile line Try again later Make sure that the mobile phone is not connected to other Blueto...

Page 58: ... handset display again by pressing M N when on a call pressing M N at all other times R LCD in charging is set to Off while on charge Change the setting page 39 R The handset is not turned on Turn the power on page 17 I cannot pair a mobile phone to the base unit R Depending on the compatibility of the mobile phone you may not be able to pair it to the base unit Confirm that your mobile phone supp...

Page 59: ...ing telephone does not operate properly contact your service provider telephone company I cannot use the Smart Function Key even if the indicator is flashing slowly R Another unit is in use Wait and try again later R The key lock feature is turned on Turn it off page 29 Menu list Problem Cause solution The display is in a language I cannot read R Change the display language page 17 I cannot activa...

Page 60: ...the telephone line jack Contact your DSL ADSL provider for details R While you are talking on a mobile call using the link to mobile feature you may hear noise during a mobile call if your smartphone is too close to the base unit For best performance we recommend placing your smartphone between 0 6 m to 3 m away from the base unit Sound quality seems to be getting worse R You have registered a han...

Page 61: ...tions of your mobile phone I cannot make a call R The dialling mode may be set incorrectly Change the setting page 19 R You dialled a call restricted number page 46 R The key lock feature is turned on Turn it off page 29 I pressed MZN on the base unit but the desired mobile call was not transferred to the base unit R If the landline is in use when MZN is pressed on the base unit the base unit pick...

Page 62: ...opy An error tone is heard when I try to program the Bluetooth feature R The Bluetooth feature cannot be accessed immediately after connecting the AC adaptor to the base unit Wait a few seconds and try again SMS alerts are not displayed R Confirm that the mobile phone supports the Message Access Profile MAP specification R If your smartphone does not support Message Access Profile MAP download the...

Page 63: ...N 4 Enter the new 4 digit PIN again a MOKN a M N Liquid damage Problem Cause solution Liquid or other form of moisture has entered the handset base unit R Disconnect the AC adaptor and telephone line cord from the base unit Remove the batteries from the handset and leave to dry for at least 3 days After the handset base unit are completely dry reconnect the AC adaptor and telephone line cord Inser...

Page 64: ...d or to damage occurred during transit to or from the purchaser 4 If at any time during the guarantee period any part or parts of the product are replaced with a part or parts not supplied or approved by us or of an objective quality safe and suitable for the product or the product has been dismantled or repaired by any person not authorised by us we shall have the right to terminate this guarante...

Page 65: ... I Intercom 29 K Key finder 35 39 Key lock 29 Keytones 40 L Landline calls 24 Link to mobile Area code 23 Auto connection 21 Connection 22 Mobile line only mode 22 Mobile line selection 23 Ring as mobile mode 21 Select unit to ring 21 SMS Short Message Service alert 53 M Making calls 24 Missed calls 49 Mobile calls 24 Mobile phone Pairing 20 Unpairing 20 Mute 26 N Noise reduction 26 Nuisance call ...

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Page 67: ...67 Notes PRL250EX1 en 1006_ver011 pdf 67 2014 10 06 15 04 37 ...

Page 68: ... If you still have any problems please call the Panasonic DECT Helpline 0844 844 3899 U K 01289 8333 Ireland or contact us through our website www panasonic co uk Buy online via our eShop http shop panasonic eu Sales Department Panasonic House Willoughby Road Bracknell Berkshire RG12 8FP 1 62 4 chome Minoshima Hakata ku Fukuoka 812 8531 Japan Panasonic System Networks Co Ltd 2014 PNQX7010ZA PNQX70...