Operating Instructions DECT Portable Station Model No. KX-TCA185/KX-TCA285/KX-TCA385 KX-TCA185 KX-TCA285 KX-TCA385 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read this manual carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use. KX-TCA385’s handset meets IP65 classification. For KX-TCA185: Please use only the batteries provided and charge the batteries for about 7 hours before using the handset for the first time.
Introduction Introduction Outline This manual describes information about the installation and operation of the PS (Portable Station) handset and the charger. Note R In this manual, the suffix of each model number is omitted unless necessary. R The illustrations such as some keys may differ from the appearance of the actual product. R Certain products and features described in this document may not be available in your country or area. Consult a certified Panasonic dealer for more information.
Introduction Other Information For Future Reference Record the information in the space below for future reference. Note R The serial number of this product may be found on the label affixed to the inside of the battery compartment on the back of the handset. You should note the serial number of this unit in the space provided and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft. MODEL NO. SERIAL NO.
Table of Contents Important Information For Your Safety ...................................................5 Data Security ......................................................8 Additional Information .........................................8 Before Operating the Telephone Included Accessory ...........................................14 Location of Controls ..........................................17 Handset Functions ............................................21 Basic Operations ......................
Important Information Important Information For Your Safety To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to equipment or property, always observe the following safety precautions. Explanation of symbols The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level of hazard and injury caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed. WARNING Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
Important Information Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC outlet and have the product serviced by qualified service personnel in the following cases: A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into this product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product does not operate according to this manual. Adjust only the controls that are explained in this manual.
Important Information Placement Do not place the product on an unstable surface, as a fall may cause serious internal damage. CAUTION The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible. The product should never be placed near or over a radiator or other heat source. Use only the AC adaptor, batteries and charger indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. It may explode.
Important Information Data Security R To avoid unauthorised access to this product: – Keep the password (e.g., PIN for registration) secret. – Change the default password. – Set a password that is random and cannot be easily guessed. – Change the password regularly. R This product can store your private/confidential information.
Important Information Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.
Important Information voice calls. The combined effect of audio / VoIP conversion delay and IP routing delay can cause the echo cancellation time of ³ 64 ms to be required. PTC200 6.11.1 (3) All Customer Equipment (fail safe requirements) R Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate. Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is available for emergency use.
Important Information Environment R Keep the product away from heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise, such as fluorescent lamps and motors. These noise sources can interfere with performance of the product. R Do not place the product in rooms where the temperature is less than 0 °C or greater than 40 °C. R To avoid damage, charge the battery only in temperatures ranging from 5 °C to 40 °C.
Important Information *2 KX-TCA285/KX-TCA385 only R Operating time may be shorter than listed above depending on usage conditions and ambient temperature. R Batteries will drain slowly even while the handset is turned off. R The handset can receive calls while charging. R Battery consumption increases when the handset is out of range (if " " flashes, turn the handset off). R Clean the handset and the charger contacts with a soft, dry cloth once a month.
Important Information to 15 minutes due to the memory effect. Therefore you should discharge the batteries completely, i.e. use them in the handset until the battery level indicator displays as empty (" "). Then recharge them as described in the manual. After the memory effect has occurred, it is possible to achieve almost complete capacity of the Ni-MH batteries by charging and discharging several times one after another. Ni-MH batteries can also self-discharge.
Before Operating the Telephone Before Operating the Telephone Included Accessory KX-TCA185 AC adaptor: 1 Model No. Part No. KX-TCA185CE KX-TCA185RU PNLV226CE KX-TCA185UK PNLV226E KX-TCA185AL PNLV226AL KX-TCA185X PNLV226 KX-TCA185BR PQLV219LB Charger: 1 Battery*1: 2 Battery Cover*2: 1 Belt Clip: 1 Belt Clip Holder: 1 *1 Rechargeable AAA Ni-MH 1.2 V, 700 mAh batteries *2 The battery cover comes attached to the handset.
Before Operating the Telephone KX-TCA285 AC adaptor: 1 Model No. Part No. KX-TCA285CE KX-TCA285RU PNLV226CE KX-TCA285UK PNLV226E KX-TCA285AL PNLV226AL KX-TCA285X PNLV226 KX-TCA285BR PQLV219LB Charger: 1 Battery*1: 1 Battery Cover*2: 1 Belt Clip: 1 Belt Clip Holder: 1 *1 For details, consult your administrator or dealer. *2 The battery cover comes attached to the handset.
Before Operating the Telephone KX-TCA385 AC adaptor: 1 Charger: 1 Model No. Part No. KX-TCA385CE KX-TCA385RU PNLV226CE KX-TCA385UK PNLV226E KX-TCA385AL PNLV226AL KX-TCA385BR PQLV219LB Battery*1: 1 Battery Cover*2: 1 Belt Clip Replacement Cover: 1 *1 For details, consult your administrator or dealer. *2 The battery cover comes attached to the handset.
Before Operating the Telephone Location of Controls KX-TCA185 The headset is an optional accessory. [Back View] Open the cover.
Before Operating the Telephone KX-TCA285 The headset is an optional accessory. [Back View] Open the cover.
Before Operating the Telephone A Ringer/Charger Indicator B Headset Jack (KX-TCA185/KX-TCA285) The following wired headsets can be used with this unit. (Not all operations with the headsets can be guaranteed.) R For KX-TCA185CE/KX-TCA285CE/KX-TCA185AL/KX-TCA285AL/KX-TCA185UK/ KX-TCA285UK/KX-TCA185RU/KX-TCA285RU/KX-TCA185BR/KX-TCA285BR: Panasonic RP-TCA400 and RP-TCA430 R For KX-TCA185X/KX-TCA285X: Panasonic KX-TCA89 The headset is an optional accessory.
Before Operating the Telephone O Charge Contacts P Strap Holes Used to attach phone straps and similar items.
Before Operating the Telephone Handset Functions Setting the Password The handset password is not set by default. You must register a handset password (4 digits) before use. You cannot use the following features without setting a password: R Phonebook lock (See Page 60.) R "Manual&Password" or "Auto&Password" for Key lock type (See "Key Option" on Page 67.) R Reset Handset (See "Other Option" on Page 70.) To set or the [CENTRE] navigation key. 1. Press 2.
Before Operating the Telephone R Ringer Volume R Ring On Charger R Auto Answer R Key Tone R Vibrate (Vib.&Ring) To set or cancel To set or cancel Silent Mode, press and hold for more than 2 seconds. Note R If you set the handset on the charger during Silent Mode, the handset will not vibrate.*1 R When Silent Mode is set, the low battery alarm will not be heard in standby mode. R When Silent Mode is set, confirmation sounds for setting the ring pattern or ring volume will not play.
Before Operating the Telephone Power Save Mode Power Save Mode turns off the ringer, LCD backlight, and/or key backlight automatically after a set number of seconds have passed while receiving a call. For details about adjusting power save mode settings, see "Incoming Option" on Page 64. Editing the Standby Display Name You can edit the name displayed when the handset is in standby mode. 1. Press or the [CENTRE] navigation key. 2. Select "Setting Handset" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 3.
Before Operating the Telephone Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 Pictograph Within range of a Cell Station (CS) Out of range Battery Indicator Full Intercom Indicator Off-hook Status Low Phonebook Needs to be charged. Voice Message Bluetooth on, no Bluetooth headset connection (KX-TCA285/ KX-TCA385 only) Bluetooth on, Bluetooth headset connected (KX-TCA285/KX-TCA385 only) Incoming Call Log Outgoing Call Log Navigation Key Guidance Handset Status Information Call Forwarding (See Page 40.) Ringer Off (See Page 33.
Before Operating the Telephone Date or Missed Call Display Handset number and Name Soft Keys For more information, see Page 26. Note R Example images of the display in this manual are samples only, and the actual screen on your phone may vary in colour and/or appearance.
Before Operating the Telephone Soft Keys Icons and information shown on the display will vary depending on the context. To select an item shown on the display, press the corresponding soft key. 26 Opens the Phonebook. Pressing this key for more than 2 seconds locks the Phonebook. Inserts a dialling pause. Displayed when in Phonebook Lock. Pressing this key and then entering the password (default: not registered), unlocks the Phonebook temporarily.
Before Operating the Telephone Displayed when in Special character (Extended 2) entry mode. Pressing this key switches to Alphabetic character entry mode. Used for System/Personal Speed Dialling. Displays the Outgoing Call Log. Used to set/clear the Auto Answer mode. Displays the last dialled number. Used to enter PBX Personal Programming mode. Opens the Incoming Call Log. Used to set Call Forwarding and Do Not Disturb. Opens the Group Log. Used to select an item when in setting mode.
Before Operating the Telephone Basic Operations Operation Outline Screen Transition Diagram Handset functions are accessed through the display menu and selected with the Navigator Key and soft keys. [In standby mode] [Function Keys] [Flexible Keys] [Handset Phonebook] [Incoming Call Log]*1 [PBX System Phonebook] [PBX Extension Phonebook] *1 Pressing the Navigator Key [ 28 ] displays the phone number.
Before Operating the Telephone *2 If you specify an ICD group extension number, you can see the call log of the ICD group. For operation, see Page 35. R The selected item will be highlighted. R To enter characters, see Page 58. R To search for an item in the Phonebook, see Page 51. Function Menus Press the Navigator Key to display the main and sub menus. Main Menu—While in Standby Mode Incoming Log: Enters the Incoming Call Log. Ringer Volume: Accesses the "Ringer Volume" setting.
Before Operating the Telephone Function Keys Handset functions can be activated through the display key list. Press the Navigator Key to display the function key list. 1: Redial Redials the last dialled number. 2: Fwd/DND Displays and/or sets Call Forwarding and Do Not Disturb. 3: Conference Establishes a multiple-party conversation. 4: Auto Answer Answers an incoming call automatically in Hands-free mode. is displayed in standby mode.
Before Operating the Telephone Auto Answer PBX Program Flash/Recall Incoming Log Pause Outgoing Log R For operation, see Page 34. R To edit the function key list, see "Key Option" on Page 67. Flexible Keys A Flexible Key can be used either to seize a line in order to make or receive an outside call, or used as a function key. Press the Navigator Key [ ] to display the Flexible Key list. Here you can access the 12 Flexible Keys.
Before Operating the Telephone 1. Press or the [CENTRE] navigation key. 2. Select "Setting Handset" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press . . 3. Select "Display Option" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 4. Select "Language" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 5. Press [ ] or [ . ] to select the desired language*1, and then press .
Before Operating the Telephone Changing the Vibrate Setting 1. Press or the [CENTRE] navigation key. 2. Select "Setting Handset" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press . 3. Select "Incoming Option" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press . 4. Select "Vibrate" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 5. Press [ ] or [ . ] to select the desired setting (Vib.&Ring, Vib.®Ring, Off), and then press . R To set Vibrate only, without ringing, select "Vib.
Feature Operations Feature Operations Making Calls Note R To enter characters, see Page 58. R You can confirm that the number was dialled correctly before calling (Predialling) by entering the number, then pressing . R To clear an entire number while predialling, press for more than 1 second. R If an outside call is received from a phone number stored in the Handset Phonebook, the number and name of the caller will be displayed in the call log. R To cancel dialling, press R If " .
Feature Operations Using the Incoming Call Log 1. Press [ ] or [ ]. 2. Press [ ] or [ ] to select an entry in the incoming call log, and then press . 3. Talk. Using the Group Log 1. Press . 2. Press . 3. Press . 4. Dial an ICD group extension number, and then press 5. Press [ ] or [ . ] to select an entry in the group log, and then press . 6. Talk. Using the Handset Phonebook*1 1. Press . 2. Enter a name.*2 3. Press . 4. Select an item in the phonebook, and then press . 5. Talk.
Feature Operations *1 To store an item in the Phonebook, see Page 49. To search for an item in the Phonebook, see Page 52. *2 This step can be omitted. One-touch Dialling To store or the [CENTRE] navigation key.*1 1. Press 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. *1 Select "PBX Program" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press Press [ ]. Select a flexible key by pressing the arrow keys, and then press Enter 2. . Enter the desired number, and then press If you press [ ] and then enter 0, you can skip Step 2. . . To dial 1.
Feature Operations Receiving Calls Note R If an incoming call is directed to PS ring groups, the flexible keys will not flash. Please press TALK key to answer the call. R Please consider the following when "Quick Answer" is set to "On". If a brief power failure occurs when the handset is receiving a call on the charger, – if "Talk On Charger" is set to "Off" (default), the call may be disconnected after being answered. – if "Talk On Charger" is set to "On", the call may be answered automatically.
Feature Operations During a Conversation Transferring a Call To an extension 1. Press . 2. Enter an extension number. 3. Talk. 4. Press . To an outside party 1. Press . 2. Enter 0 or 9. Or, enter 8, and then enter an outside line group number. 3. Enter an outside phone number. 4. Talk. 5. Press . R To return to the call before the transfer destination answers, press . Holding a Call To hold (Regular Hold) 1. Press . 2. Press . To hold (Exclusive Call Hold) 1. Press . 2. Press . 3.
Feature Operations R To hold several outside calls, you need to assign Flexible Keys ("Single Line"/"Loop Line"/"Trunk Group") as necessary beforehand. Three-party Conference To add another party during a conversation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press [ ] during a conversation. Enter 3. Dial the party you want to add to the conversation. After the called party answers, press [ ]. Enter 3. Talk with multiple parties. To leave a conference 1. Press [ ] during a conversation. 2. Enter 3.
Feature Operations Useful Features Call Forwarding 1. Press . 2. Enter 71. 3. Press a dial key to select the types of calls to apply this feature to. 0: Both outside and intercom calls 1: Outside calls only 2: Intercom calls only 4. Press a dial key to select the status. 2: All calls 3: Busy 4: No answer 5: Busy/No answer 7: Follow Me*1 8: Follow Me Cancel*1 0: Cancel*2 5. Do one of the following: R Enter an extension number, and then enter .
Feature Operations [To cancel a message waiting indication] 1. Press . 2. Enter 700. 3. Enter the extension number. 4. Press . Called extension [To call back] 1. Press . 2. Press or enter 702. 3. Talk. [To clear message waiting indications left on your extension]*1 1. Press . 2. Enter 700. 3. Enter your extension number. 4. Press . *1 You can register a Flexible Key to the clear message waiting indications feature (for One-touch operation). To register 1. Press 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Feature Operations Bluetooth (KX-TCA285/KX-TCA385 only) You can use Bluetooth to connect to a Bluetooth wireless headset and transfer phonebook data from a cell phone. The following Bluetooth headsets can be used with this unit. (Not all operations with the headsets can be guaranteed.
Feature Operations [To register a Bluetooth headset when none is registered] or the [CENTRE] navigation key. 1. Press 2. Select "Setting Handset" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select "Bluetooth Option", and then press 4. Press [ ] or [ ] to select "BT Headset", and then press . . . 5. Enter the headset’s Bluetooth PIN number, and then press . Note R Up to 4 digits can be entered for the Bluetooth headset’s PIN number.
Feature Operations Note R The default setting is "On". Disconnecting the Bluetooth Headset 1. Press or the [CENTRE] navigation key. 2. Select "Setting Handset" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select "Bluetooth Option", and then press 4. Press [ ] or [ ] to select "BT Headset", and then press . 5. Press [ ] or [ ] to select "Connection", and then press . 6. Press [ ] or [ ] to select "Off", and then press . . .
Feature Operations 5. Press [ ] or [ ] to select "Headset Mic Vol", and then press 6. Press [ ] or [ ] to adjust the volume (Level 1–6), and then press . . Note R The microphone volume for the Bluetooth headset can only be adjusted when the handset is in standby mode. Registering and Deregistering a Cell Phone for Phonebook Transfer You can transfer the phonebook data of a cell phone to the handset. Before performing the transfer, you must register the cell phone to the handset.
Using the Handset Phonebook Using the Handset Phonebook Handset Phonebook You can store up to 500 items with names, phone numbers, and category numbers in the handset for easy access. You can set unique Ringer/LED/Vibrate patterns for each category to identify incoming calls. All Phonebook items are stored in alphabetical order. For security purposes, you can lock the Phonebook. R To make a call using the Phonebook, see "Using the Handset Phonebook" on Page 35.
Using the Handset Phonebook Storing an Item in the Handset Phonebook Storing a New Item 1. Press or the [CENTRE] navigation key. 2. Select "New Phonebook" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 3. Enter a name (max. 24 characters), and then press 4. Press [ ] or [ ] to select a phone number type (A to E), and then press 5. Enter the phone number (max. 32 digits), and then press 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to add additional phone number types. 7. Press [ ] or [ . .
Using the Handset Phonebook Storing an Item Using the Predialling You can dial a number first and then add it as a phonebook entry. 1. In standby mode, dial a number. 2. Press . 3. Enter a name (max. 24 characters), and then press 4. Press [ ] or [ . ] to select a phone number type (A to E), and then press 5. Enter the phone number (max. 32 digits), and then press 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to add additional phone number types. 7. Press [ ] or [ ] to select "Category Off", and then press 8.
Using the Handset Phonebook 7. Press *1 Press . to confirm each entry. (name: max. 24 characters/phone number: max. 32 digits) R When storing an outside phone number, the line access number will be stored automatically. The line access number must be identical to the handset’s "Line Access CD" setting. See "Other Option" on Page 70. Storing an Item Using the PBX System Phonebook 1. Press . 2. Press . 3. Enter a name.*1 4. Press . 5. Press [ 6. Press 7.
Using the Handset Phonebook 5. Select the desired category number (1–9) by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 6. Enter a name. (max. 13 characters) 7. Press . 50 .
Using the Handset Phonebook Searching for an item stored in the Phonebook You can search for an item in the Phonebook by following the steps below. Handset Phonebook Scrolling through all items 1. Press . 2. Press . 3. Press [ ] or [ ] repeatedly. Searching by name or first character(s) of name 1. Press . 2. Enter the name or the first character(s) of the desired name. . 3. Press 4. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the desired item, if required.
Using the Handset Phonebook 4. Press [ ] or [ ] repeatedly. Searching by name or first character(s) of name 1. Press . 2. Press . 3. Enter the name or the first character(s) of the desired name. . 4. Press 5. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the desired item, if required. R To enter characters, see Page 58. R While an item is displayed you can: , then search for another item.
Using the Handset Phonebook Phonebook and vCard Transfer by Bluetooth Transferring Phonebook Data from a Cell Phone using Bluetooth You can transfer the phonebook data of a cell phone to the handset using Bluetooth wireless transmission. For details about Bluetooth, see "Bluetooth (KX-TCA285/KX-TCA385 only)" on Page 42. To transfer the phonebook data of a registered cell phone to the handset 1. Press or the [CENTRE] navigation key. . 2.
Using the Handset Phonebook R While transferring phonebook data from a cell phone using Bluetooth, the Bluetooth pictograph will not be displayed on the screen of the handset. See "Display" on Page 24. Transferring vCard Data using Bluetooth vCard™ is a standard file format for an electronic business card. A vCard can include a name and phone numbers. You can save this vCard data to the handset using Bluetooth wireless transmission. Note R Only version 2.1 of vCard is supported.
Using the Handset Phonebook Deleting Stored Items in Handset Phonebook/Hot Key Dial/ Outgoing Call Log/Incoming Call Log Handset Phonebook 1. Press . 2. Enter a name.*1 3. Press . 4. Press [ 5. Press 6. Press [ 7. Press 8. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the desired item, if required. . ] or [ ] to select "Delete".*2 . ] or [ ] to select "Yes". 9. Press . *1 This step can be omitted. *2 Select "Delete All" if you want to delete all items. R To search for an item in the Phonebook, see Page 51.
Using the Handset Phonebook 3. Press [ 4. Press 5. Press [ ] or [ ] or [ . 6. Press 7. Select "Yes". . 8. Press 56 ] to select the desired item. . ] to select "Delete".
Using the Handset Phonebook Assigning Hot Keys You can assign a phone number stored in the Handset Phonebook to a key to be used as a Hot Key. 1. In standby mode, press and hold a dial key (0–9) for more than 1 second. . 2. Press 3. Press [ ] or [ 4. Enter a 5. Press name.*1 6. Press [ ] or [ ] to select an entry, and then press 7. Press [ ] or [ ] to select a number, and then press ] to select "Copy from P.book", and then press . . . . 8. Press . *1 This step can be omitted.
Using the Handset Phonebook Entering Characters You can enter characters and digits using the dialling keys. You can select one of 5 character modes by pressing the Right Soft Key while entering a name. The function icon above the soft key displays the current character mode. For available characters, see "Character Mode Table" on Page 59. To change the character mode while editing a name in the Phonebook, press the right soft key.
Using the Handset Phonebook Character Mode Table Keys ABC (Alphabetic) Space & ’ ( ) ,–./1 0–9 (Numeric) (Greek) 1 (Extended 1) Space &’() (Extended 2) ,–./1 ABC2 2 abc2 DEF3 def3 GHI4 ghi4 JKL5 jkl5 3 4 JKL5 5 jkl5 MNO6 6 mno6 PQRS7 pqrs7 TUV8 tuv8 WXYZ9 7 8 τυφ8 9 wxyz9 0 # R Press before or after entering a character to change between uppercase and lowercase. R Pressing a key repeatedly will cycle through the characters associated with that key.
Using the Handset Phonebook Locking the Handset Phonebook You can lock/unlock the Phonebook while the handset is in standby mode. If no password has been set, you cannot lock the Phonebook. To set the password, see "Setting the Password" on Page 21. Locking the Handset Phonebook for more than 2 seconds. R Press will be displayed. Unlocking the Handset Phonebook 1. Press for more than 2 seconds. 2. Enter your password.*1 3. You can view the Phonebook and use it to make calls. 4. Press .
Customising the Telephone Customising the Telephone Changing the Initial Settings Changing the Initial Settings 1. Press or the [CENTRE] navigation key. . 2. Select "Setting Handset" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press . 3. Select the desired main item by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 4. Select the desired sub item by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 5. Configure the settings as necessary. . 6. Press R To return to the previous menu item, press R To cancel, press . .
Customising the Telephone *1 A " " will be displayed next to the day of the week that has been set. Select the alarm mode-Off 1. Press or the [CENTRE] navigation key. 2. Select "Memo Alarm" by pressing the arrow keys, and then press 3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the alarm number (1–3), and then press 4. Press [ ] or [ ] to select "Off", and then press . . . 5. Press for "Save". R You can select the ringer/LED/vibrate pattern for each Memo Alarm. See "Incoming Option" on Page 64.
Customising the Telephone Changing Handset Settings Handset Setting Menu Layout Setting Handset [Main Item] [Sub Item] Incoming Option Ringer Volume Ringer Type Vibrate Ring On Charger Memo Alarm Power Save Headset Ringer Talk Option Noise Reduction Speaker Volume Receiver Volume Headset Volume*1 Headset Mic Vol*1 Talk On Charger Answer Option Any Key Answer Quick Answer Auto Answer Auto Ans Delay Key Option Flex Key Name Function Key Soft Key Edit Soft Key Name Key Lock Type Auto Lock Time Hot K
Customising the Telephone Category Name Date Format Time Format Caller ID Disp Colour Scheme Tone Option Key Tone Range Alarm System Option Register H/S Cancel Base Select Base System Lock Change PIN H/S Information Bluetooth Option On/Off*2 Cell Phone*2 BT Headset*2 Other Option Change Password Line Access CD Reset Handset *1 KX-TCA185/KX-TCA285 only *2 KX-TCA285/KX-TCA385 only Incoming Option Sub Item Description Ringer Volume Adjusts the ringer volume.
Customising the Telephone Sub Item Description Ringer Type – Intercom Ring – Ext Ring – Group Ring – Doorphone – Private Ring (Category 1– 9) Ringer Pattern Selects the ringer pattern for each type of call.*1 Setting Ringtone 1–19, 25–32 LED Pattern Selects the LED pattern for each type of call. Red Ringtone 1 Doorphone: Ringtone 10 Green Orange R® G® O VIB. Pattern Selects the vibrate pattern for each type of call.
Customising the Telephone Sub Item Description Headset Ringer Selects whether a tone is heard from the connected headset while receiving a call. Setting Default On Off Off *1 The preset melodies in this product are used with permission of © 2010 Copyrights Vision Inc. *2 When "Ring On Charger" is set to "On" but "Ringer Volume" is set to "Off", the handset rings at level 1. Talk Option Sub Item Description Noise Reduction Activate/deactivate Noise Reduction.
Customising the Telephone Key Option Sub Item Description Setting Flex Key Name Edits the names of the Flexible Keys. Max. 12 characters x 12 Flexible Keys x 4 bases Function Key Edits the Function Key list.
Customising the Telephone *1 Used to cancel the settings. *2 Displayed only when "Standby" is selected. *3 To avoid unauthorised access to this product: – Set a password that is random and cannot be easily guessed. – Change the password regularly. *4 If no password has been set, you cannot select "Manual&Password" or "Auto&Password" for Key lock type. Display Option Sub Item Description Language Selects the display language. Backlight Turns on the backlight of the LCD and keypad.
Customising the Telephone Sub Item Description Caller ID Disp Selects which caller information is displayed when a call is received. Either the information stored in the Handset Phonebook or the PBX can be displayed. H/S Phonebook Selects the colour scheme of the LCD. Dark Colour Scheme Setting Default PBX Setting PBX Setting Dark Light *1 Firmware version 03.00.
Customising the Telephone *3 Password is required. (4 digits) Bluetooth Option (KX-TCA285/KX-TCA385) Sub Item Description On/Off Turns the Bluetooth function on or off. Cell Phone Default On Off Off Phonebook Receives the phonebook from a cell phone by Bluetooth. Registration Registers or deregisters a cell phone. BT Headset Setting — Register Deregister Change BT PIN Sets or changes the Bluetooth PIN number. Enter the PIN Code. (4 digits) Prefix*1 Sets the codes below.
Customising the Telephone Sub Item Description Setting Default Line Access CD Enters the line access code that matches the setting of your PBX. Three access line codes can be stored. Select a number, then enter the code. (max. 6 digits) No.1: 0/9*4 No.2: 8XX*5 No.3: Not Stored Reset Handset Returns the handset settings to its default settings. Enter Password. (4 digits) ¯ Select the desired item(s). Not selected ¯ Press "OK".
Installation and Setup Installation and Setup Battery Installation Open the battery cover, insert the battery, and close the cover as indicated below. KX-TCA185 KX-TCA285 KX-TCA385 R Confirm that the slide switch has been returned to its original position when the cover is closed (KX-TCA385 only).
Installation and Setup Charger Connection Connect the AC adaptor to the charger. KX-TCA185 To AC Outlet Hooks KX-TCA285 To AC Outlet Hooks KX-TCA385 To AC Outlet Hooks R 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. R Fasten the AC adaptor cord to the cord holder. R Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor.
Installation and Setup Charging the Battery/Batteries At the time of shipment, the batteries are not charged. KX-TCA185: Please charge the batteries for about 7 hours before using the handset for the first time. KX-TCA285/KX-TCA385: Please charge the battery for about 3 hours before using the handset for the first time. R The charge indicator will turn off when batteries are fully charged. For more information about charging batteries, see "Battery Information" on Page 11.
Installation and Setup Charger Wall Mounting 1. Install the two screws in the wall, spacing them 25 mm apart. 25 mm (1 in) 25 mm for charger Screws (Not supplied) 20 mm (3/4 in) or longer Space 2 mm (1/16 in) • Recommended screw size is M4 x 20. 2. Mount the charger securely on the wall. R Please copy this page and use as a reference for wall mounting. R Make sure to set the print size to correspond with the size of this page.
Installation and Setup Attaching the Phone Strap (KX-TCA185/KX-TCA285 only) Open the battery cover, run the strap through the strap hole, and then loop it around the hook. Attaching the Belt Clip (KX-TCA185/KX-TCA285 only) You can attach the handset to your belt by following the steps below. 1. Insert the clip into the designated notches in the handset. 2. Slide the clip into the holder until it clicks.
Installation and Setup Removing the Belt Clip KX-TCA185/KX-TCA285 1. Make sure to turn the handset 180° when you take it off. 2. Remove the belt clip. KX-TCA385 The belt clip is attached to the handset before shipment. You can remove the attached belt clip by following the steps below. 1. Remove the screw with a screwdriver. 2. Remove the belt clip. 3. Attach the belt clip replacement cover (included accessory) using the same screw.
Appendix Appendix Specifications Item Display Specifications KX-TCA185 Maximum Power Consumption (Charger) Battery Performance KX-TCA385 1.8-inch TFT Backlight LCD, 65,000 colours Headset Jack Battery/Batteries KX-TCA285 1 (ø 2.5 mm) Ni-MH AAA ´ 2 (1.2 V, 700 mAh) — Li-Ion 3.7 V (700 mAh) Standby: 0.3 W Maximum: 2.0 W Talk: up to 11 hours Maximum: 4.0 W Talk: up to 13 hours Standby: up to 200 hours Charging Time Dimensions (Width ´ Depth ´ Height) 7 hours 3 hours Handset only: 48.2 mm ´ 25.
Appendix RF Specifications (DECT) Item Specifications Frequency Band 1880 MHz to 1900 MHz Number of Carriers 10 Transmission Output Average 10 mW Peak 250 mW RF Specifications (Bluetooth)*1 Item Specifications Frequency Band 2.4000 GHz to 2.
Appendix System Requirements This model supports the following CS models, PBX models, and PBX software versions: CS KX-TDA0141CE KX-TDA0155CE (software version 5.000 or later) KX-TDA0142CE KX-TDA0156CE (software version 5.000 or later) KX-TDA0158CE (software version 5.000 or later) KX-NCP0158CE (software version 5.000 or later) 80 PBX Model No. Main Processing (MPR) Software Version KX-TDA30 PSMPR Software File Version 5.0000 or later KX-TDA100 KX-TDA200 PMPR Software File Version 5.
Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution The handset does not work. The battery is drained. Charge the battery fully. For details, see "Charging the Battery/Batteries" on Page 74. The power is off. R Turn it on. For details, see "Location of Controls" on Page 17. R Re-insert the battery, and then set the handset on the charger. For details, see "Battery Installation" on Page 72, and "Charging the Battery/Batteries" on Page 74. Ringer volume is set to "Off".
Appendix Problem Possible Cause Solution You cannot use the handset during a power failure. The handset will not function during a power failure because the CS stops emitting radio waves. — The headset does not work. A headset tone cannot be heard when receiving an incoming call when the headset is attached. R Make sure the headset tone setting is set to "On". See "Incoming Option" on Page 64. R KX-TCA185/KX-TCA285 only: Make sure the headset jack is connected properly.
Appendix Problem Possible Cause Solution While charging the The battery is not charging battery, the LED correctly due to an electrical indicator blinks failure. rapidly and the handset beeps rapidly. Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC outlet, remove the battery from the handset, and consult your dealer. I cannot copy the phonebook entries from my cell phone. The cell phone does not support the Bluetooth function. R Confirm that the cell phone supports Bluetooth wireless technology.
Appendix Problem Possible Cause I cannot connect a Bluetooth headset to the handset. (For KX-TCA285/ KX-TCA385) The Bluetooth headset or the R Confirm that the Bluetooth Bluetooth function of the handset headset is turned on. is off. R Confirm that the Bluetooth setting of the handset is turned on. For details, see "Turning Bluetooth On or Off" on Page 42. Solution A connection or registration error R If the Bluetooth headset is has occurred.
Appendix Error Messages Error Message Possible Cause Solution Register Unit The handset has been cancelled or the handset has not been registered. Consult your dealer. No Service The handset is out of range. Move closer to the CS. The CS is turned off. Make sure the power cord is connected. PS Not Connected The called handset is out of range or is not turned on. Try again later. CS Busy The CS is busy. Try again later. Please Wait… The handset is connecting to the CS or PBX.
Index Index A B C 86 Accessory: 14 KX-TCA185: 14 KX-TCA285: 15 KX-TCA385: 16 Battery Information: 11 Battery/Batteries Charging: 74 Installation: 72 Belt clip Attaching: 76 Removing: 77 Belt Clip Replacement Cover: 16 Bluetooth: 42 PIN Number: 42 Transferring Phonebook: 53 Transferring vCard Data: 54 Turning On or Off: 42 Bluetooth Headset: 42 Adjusting the Microphone: 44 Answering a Call: 44 Call Handling: 44 Connecting: 43 Deregistering: 43 Disconnecting: 44 Making a Call: 44 Registering: 42 Switchin
Index T V Answer Option: 66 Bluetooth Option: 70 Display Option: 68 Incoming: 64 Key Option: 67 Other Option: 70 System Option: 69 Talk Option: 66 Tone Option: 69 Shortcut Combinations: 30 Silent Mode: 21 Soft Keys: 26 Speaker volume: 33 Specifications: 78 Standby display number: 32 System Requirements: 80 Text, entering: 59 Three-party Conference: 39 Troubleshooting: 81 Vibrate: 33 Volume Ringer: 33 87
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