Panasonic 96NKX TGF370 Users Manual

Operating Instructions

Link-to-Cell Bluetooth Convergence Solution

Model No.

KX-TGF372 KX-TGF373 KX-TGF374 KX-TGF375

KX-TG585SK

Model shown is KX-TGF372.

Before initial 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.

Consulte “Guía Rápida Española”, página 83.

For assistance, visit our Web site: www.panasonic.com/support for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.

Please register your product: www.panasonic.com/prodreg

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Introduction

Model composition .......................................4

Accessory information ..................................4

Important Information

For your safety .............................................7

Important safety instructions ........................8

For best performance ...................................8

Other information .........................................9

Specifications .............................................10

Getting Started

Setting up ...................................................11

Controls ......................................................13

Display icons/Indicators .............................14

Language settings ......................................16

Date and time .............................................16

Recording your greeting message .............16

Other settings .............................................16

Link to Cell

Link to cell feature ......................................17

Pairing a cellular phone ..............................17

Link to cell settings .....................................18

Making/Answering Calls Using the Handset

Making cellular calls ...................................21

Making landline calls ..................................21

Answering calls ..........................................22

Useful features during a call .......................22

Power backup operation for landline ..........25

Making/Answering Calls Using the Base Unit

Making cellular calls ...................................27

Making landline calls ..................................27

Answering calls ..........................................28

Useful features during a call .......................28

Intercom

Intercom .....................................................31

Call Block

Using the MCALL BLOCKN button .............32

Storing unwanted callers ............................32

Phonebook

Phonebook .................................................35

Speed dial ..................................................38

Programming

Menu list .....................................................40

Alarm ..........................................................49

Silent mode ................................................50

Baby monitor ..............................................51

Other programming ....................................53

Registering a unit .......................................53

Caller ID Service

Using Caller ID service ...............................54

Caller list ....................................................54

Using Bluetooth® Devices

Copying phonebook from a cellular phone

(phonebook transfer) ..................................57

Link to Cell app ..........................................58

Text message (SMS) alert .........................59

Alert settings for your DECT phone ...........59

Using a Bluetooth wireless headset (optional)

for landline calls .........................................60

Answering System for Landline

Answering system for landline ...................62

Turning the answering system on/off .........62

Greeting message ......................................62

Listening to messages ...............................63

Advanced new message alerting

features ......................................................65

Remote operation .......................................66

Answering system settings .........................67

Useful Information

Voicemail service for landline .....................69

Wall mounting ............................................70

Error messages ..........................................72

Troubleshooting .........................................73

FCC and other information .........................81

Guía Rápida Española

Guía Rápida Española ...............................83

Appendix

Customer services .....................................93

Warranty (For United States and Puerto

Rico) ...........................................................94

Index

Table of Contents

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Index...........................................................96

Table of Contents

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Model composition

Series Model No.

Base unit Handset

Part No. Part No. Quantity

KX-TGF370 series

KX-TGF372 KX-TGF370 KX-TGFA30 2

KX-TGF373 KX-TGF370 KX-TGFA30 3

KX-TGF374 KX-TGF370 KX-TGFA30 4

KX-TGF375 KX-TGF370 KX-TGFA30 5

KX-TG585SK KX-TGF370 KX-TGFA30 5

Accessory information

Supplied accessories

No.

Supplied handset qty.

2 units*13 units*24 units*35 units

Accessory item/Part number Accessory quantity

A AC adaptor/PNLV226Z 1 1 1 1 B

Telephone line cord

1 1 1 1

C Wall mounting adaptor/PNKL1038Z1 1 1 1 1 D

Rechargeable batteries

4 6 8 10

Handset cover/PNYNTGA680BR

2 3 4 5

F Belt clip/PNKE1268Z1 2 3 4 5 G

Charger

1 2 3 4

*1 KX-TGF372 *2 KX-TGF373 *3 KX-TGF374 *4 KX-TGF375/KX-TG585SK *5 PQJA10075Y: Black cord, PQJA10075Z: Transparent cord *6 See page 5 for replacement battery information. *7 The handset cover comes attached to the handset. *8 PNLC1040ZS (Silver), PNLC1040ZB (Black)

A B C D E

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Additional/replacement accessories

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information (page 93).

Accessory item Model number/Specifications

Rechargeable batteries

HHR-4DPA

R To order, please visit

www.panasonic.com/batterystore

Battery type: – Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) – 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset

Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA400, KX-TCA430

T-adaptor KX-J66

Range extender

KX-TGA405

Key detector

KX-TGA20

*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries. *2 By installing this unit, you can extend the range of your phone system to include areas

where reception was previously not available. This product can be purchased online. Please visit our Web site: www.panasonic.com/RangeExtender

*3 By registering the key detector (4 max.) to a Panasonic Digital Cordless Phone and

attaching it to an easy-to-lose item in advance, you can locate and find the mislaid item to which the key detector is attached. Please visit our Web site: www.panasonic.net/pcc/products/telephone/p/tga20/

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.

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Expanding your phone system

Handset (optional): KX-TGFA30

You can expand your phone system by registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a single base unit. R Optional handsets may be a different color

from that of the supplied handsets.

Bluetooth® devices

You can expand your phone system by pairing the following units to a single base unit.

Your Bluetooth cellular phone*1: 2 max. (for cellular calls: page 17)

Your Bluetooth headset*1: 1 max. (for a wireless hands-free conversation: page 60)

*1 Your cellular phone and headset must be Bluetooth wireless technology compatible. For

more details and the list of compatible cellular phones, please visit our Web site: www.panasonic.com/link2cell

Trademarks

R The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.,

and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license.

R iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. R Android is a trademark of Google Inc. R Gmail, Google Calendar are trademarks of Google Inc. R Facebook is trademark of Facebook, Inc. R Twitter is trademark of Twitter Inc. R Instagram is trademark of Instagram, Inc. R BlackBerry® is owned by Research In Motion Limited and is registered in the United States

and may be pending or registered in other countries. Panasonic is not endorsed, sponsored, affiliated with or otherwise authorized by Research In Motion Limited.

R All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.

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Introduction

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For your safety

To prevent severe injury and loss of life/ property, read this section carefully before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of your product.

WARNING

Power connection

R Use only the power source marked on the

product.

R Do not overload power outlets and

extension cords. This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

R Completely insert the AC adaptor/power

plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a fire.

R Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the

AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from the power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an insulation defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.

R Unplug the product from power outlets if it

emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped emitting and contact us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

R Unplug from power outlets and never touch

the inside of the product if its casing has been broken open.

R Never touch the plug with wet hands.

Danger of electric shock exists.

Installation

R To prevent the risk of fire or electrical

shock, do not expose the product to rain or any type of moisture.

R Do not place or use this product near

automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.

R Do not 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 telephone line cord plug becomes wet, immediately pull it from the telephone wall jack, and do not use.

Medical

R 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 product operates in the frequency range of

1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF transmission power is 115 mW (max.).)

R Do not use the product in health care

facilities if any regulations posted in the area instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.

CAUTION

Installation and location

R Never install telephone wiring during an

electrical storm.

R Never install telephone line jacks in wet

locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

R Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or

terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

R Use caution when installing or modifying

telephone lines.

R The AC adaptor is used as the main

disconnect device. Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible.

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Important Information

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R This product is unable to make calls when:

– the handset batteries need recharging or

have failed.

– there is a power failure.

Battery

R We recommend using the batteries noted

on page 5. USE ONLY rechargeable

Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.

R Do not mix old and new batteries. R Do not open or mutilate the batteries.

Released electrolyte from the batteries is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and may be harmful if swallowed.

R Exercise care when handling the batteries.

Do not allow conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the batteries, otherwise a short circuit may cause the batteries and/or the conductive material to overheat and cause burns.

R Charge the batteries provided with or

identified for use with this product only, in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.

R Only use a compatible base unit (or

charger) to charge the batteries. Do not tamper with the base unit (or charger). Failure to follow these instructions may cause the batteries to swell or explode.

Attention:

A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837) for information on how to recycle this battery.

Important safety instructions

When using your product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

1. Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric 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 Panasonic units use radio waves to communicate with each other. R For maximum coverage and noise-free

communications, place your base unit: – at a convenient, high, and central

location with no obstructions between the handset and base unit in an indoor environment.

– away from electronic appliances such as

TVs, radios, personal computers, wireless devices, or other phones.

– facing away from radio frequency

transmitters, such as external antennas of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid putting the base unit on a bay window or near a window.)

R Coverage and voice quality depends on the

local environmental conditions.

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Important Information

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R If the reception for a base unit location is

not satisfactory, move the base unit to another location for better reception.

Environment

R Keep the product away from electrical noise

generating devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.

R The product should be kept free from

excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.

R The product should not be exposed to

direct sunlight.

R Do not place heavy objects on top of the

product.

R When you leave the product unused for a

long period of time, unplug the product from the power outlet.

R The product 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 0 °C (32 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp basements should also be avoided.

R The maximum calling distance may be

shortened when the product is used in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, underground, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.

R Operating the product near electrical

appliances may cause interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.

Routine care

R Wipe the outer surface of the product

with a soft moist cloth.

R Do not use benzine, thinner, or any

abrasive powder.

Other information

CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is

replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return

R This product can store your private/

confidential information. To protect your privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that you erase information such as phonebook or caller list entries from the memory before you dispose of, transfer, or return the product.

Notice

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Important Information

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Specifications

R Standard:

DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications 6.0) Bluetooth wireless technology 2.1

R Frequency range:

1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz (DECT)

2.402 GHz to 2.48 GHz (Bluetooth)

R RF transmission power:

115 mW (max.)

R Power source:

120 V AC, 60 Hz

R Power consumption:

Base unit:

Standby: Approx. 1.2 W Maximum: Approx. 4.5 W

Charger:

Standby: Approx. 0.1 W Maximum: Approx. 1.8 W

R Operating conditions:

0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F), 20 % – 80 % relative air humidity (dry)

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Important Information

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Setting up

Connections

R If you do not connect the telephone line

cord and use only cellular lines, set the cellular line only mode to use this unit more conveniently (page 19).

n Base unit

Connect the AC adaptor to the unit by pressing the plug firmly. Fasten the cord by hooking it. Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet. Connect the telephone line cord to the unit, then to the single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) until you hear a click. A DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have a DSL/ADSL service.

Note:

R Use only the supplied Panasonic AC

adaptor PNLV226.

n Charger

Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet.

Battery installation

R USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH batteries

AAA (R03) size (

R Do NOT use alkaline/manganese/Ni-Cd

batteries.

R Confirm correct polarities (

, ).

R Follow the directions on the display to set

up the unit.

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Getting Started

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Battery charging

Charge for about 7 hours. R Confirm “Charging” is displayed (

R When the batteries are fully charged,

“Fully charged” is displayed.

Note when setting up

Note for connections

R The AC adaptor must remain connected at

all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.)

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.

Note for battery installation

R Use the supplied rechargeable batteries.

For replacement, we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 5, 8.

Note for battery charging

R It is normal for the handset to feel warm

during charging.

R Clean the charge contacts of the handset,

base unit, and charger with a soft and dry cloth once a month. Before cleaning the unit, disconnect from power outlets and any telephone line cords. Clean more often if

the unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high humidity.

Battery level

Icon Battery level

High

Medium

Low

Needs charging.

Empty

Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance (supplied batteries)

Operation Operating time

In continuous use

13 hours max.

Not in use (standby)

12 days max.

*1 If eco mode is on.

Note:

R Actual battery performance depends on

usage and ambient environment.

Intelligent eco mode

This feature automatically reduces handset power consumption by suppressing handset transmission power when the handset is close to the base unit.

R When this feature is activated,

displayed. However, during a cellular call,

is not displayed even though this

feature is activated.

R Eco mode is turned off when the clarity

booster is activated (page 23).

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Getting Started

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Controls

Handset

Belt clip holes Speaker M N (TALK) Headset jack Dial keypad (*: TONE) MZN (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone) Microphone Receiver Display

MOFFN MFLASHN MCALL WAITN MCALL BLOCKN

Charge contacts

n Control type

Soft keys

By pressing a soft key, you can select the feature shown directly above it on the display. After a cellular phone is paired, MCELLN is displayed.

Navigator key

– MDN, MCN, MFN, or MEN: Scroll through

various lists and items.

– VOL. (Volume: MDN or MCN): Adjust the

receiver or speaker volume while talking.

– MFN W: View the phonebook entry. – MEN REDIAL: View the redial list. – MCN CID (Caller ID): View the caller list.

Base unit

H I

N O

B C

Charge contacts Speaker Display

MHOLDN MREDIALN MPAUSEN MFLASHN MCALL WAITN MZN (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)

SP-PHONE indicator

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MERASEN MANSWER ON/OFFN

ANSWER ON/OFF indicator

MLOCATORN MINTERCOMN R You can locate a misplaced handset

by pressing MLOCATORN. MEXITN M N (PLAY/STOP)

Message indicator MCELL 1N CELL 1 indicator MCELL 2N CELL 2 indicator MAPP ALERTSN Desk stand/Wall mounting adaptor

R The adaptor is a removable

attachment for desk stand or wall

mounting use (page 70).

Microphone Dial keypad (*: TONE)

n Control type

Soft keys

By pressing a soft key, you can select the feature shown directly above it on the display.

Navigator key

– MDN, MCN, M

N, or M N: Scroll through

various lists and items.

– VOL. (Volume: MDN or MCN): Adjust the

speaker volume while talking.

– M N/M N: Repeat/skip messages

during playback.

Display icons/Indicators

Handset display items

Item Meaning

Within base unit range

Out of base unit range

The landline is in use. R When flashing:

The call is put on hold.

R When flashing rapidly: An

incoming call is now being received.

Item Meaning

A cellular line is in use.

R When flashing:

The cellular call is put on hold.

R When flashing rapidly:

A cellular call is being received.

Eco mode is on.*2 (page 12)

A cellular phone is connected.*1 Ready to make/ receive cellular calls. R When turned off:

A cellular phone is not connected to the base unit. (page 19)

– A cellular call is being

done on that line.

– The cellular line is

selected for the setting.

Noise reduction is set. (page 23)

Equalizer is set. (page 23)

Z Speakerphone is on.

(page 21)

Ringer volume is off.

(page 42, 44)

Silent mode is on. (page 50)

Call sharing mode is off. (page 46)

Alarm is on. (page 49)

Handset number

Battery level

Blocked call (page 32)

Clarity booster is on.

(page 23)

Baby monitor is activated. The name/number displayed next to the icon indicates the monitoring unit. (page 51)

In use

Answering system is being used by another handset or the base unit.

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Getting Started

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Item Meaning

Cell1 in use

Someone is using the corresponding line.

Cell2 in use

C1&C2 in use

Line in use

*1 Corresponding lines (1, 2: cellular line)

are indicated next to the item.

*2 During a cellular call, the item is not

displayed even though the feature is activated.

*3 Corresponding lines (1, 2: cellular line, L:

landline) are indicated next to the item. If all lines are turned off, no line is indicated.

Base unit display items

Item Meaning

Ringer volume is off.

(page 47, 48)

Silent mode is on. (page 50)

Call sharing mode is off. (page 46)

“Greeting only” is selected. Caller messages are not recorded. (page 68)

– A cellular call is being

done on that line.

– The cellular line is

selected for the setting.

App alert is temporarily off. (page 60)

Blocked call (page 32)

A Bluetooth headset is connected to the base unit. It is ready for use.

A Bluetooth headset is in use.

In use

Answering system is being used by the handset.

Item Meaning

Cell1 in use

Someone is using the corresponding line.

Cell2 in use

C1&C2 in use

Line in use

*1 Corresponding lines (C1, C2: cellular line,

L: landline) are indicated next to the item. If all lines are turned off, no line is indicated.

CELL indicators on the base unit

The CELL indicators show each cellular line status.

Status Meaning

On A cellular phone is connected.

Ready to make/receive cellular calls.

Flashing – The cellular line is in use.

– Phonebook entries are

being copied from a cellular phone (page 57).

– The base unit is searching

for the paired cellular phone.

– The base unit is pairing a

cellular phone.

– A cellular call is put on hold.

Flashing rapidly

A cellular call is being received.

Light off – A cellular phone is not

paired to the base unit.

– A cellular phone is not

connected to the base unit (page 19).

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Getting Started

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