Panasonic kx-tg432sk Operation Manual

Quick Guide

Cordless Telephone with Digital

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Answering Machine

Model No.

KX-TG432SK

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For detailed information about the features of your phone system, refer to the
Operating Instructions, which is available by visiting the support page for this
product at the address below.
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Table of Contents

Introduction

Accessory information ..................................3

Graphical symbols for use on equipment and

their descriptions ..........................................4

Important Information

For your safety .............................................5

Important safety instructions ........................6

Other information .........................................6

Specifications ...............................................7

Getting Started

Setting up .....................................................8

Controls ........................................................9

Display icons ..............................................10

Language settings ......................................10

Date and time .............................................11

Recording your greeting message .............11

Making calls ...............................................11

Answering calls ..........................................11

Phonebook .................................................11

Answering system ......................................12

Listening to messages ...............................12

Useful Information

Frequently asked questions .......................13

FCC and other information .........................15

Appendix

Customer services .....................................17

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A) ........18

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Introduction

Accessory information

Supplied accessories

No. Accessory item/Part number Quantity

A AC adaptor/PNLV226-0X 1
B Telephone line cord/PQJA10075Y 1
C Rechargeable batteries/HHR-4DPA 4
D

Handset cover*1/PNYNTGCA20SR

E Charger/PNLC1055ZS 1

*1 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.

Note:

R Please read the operating instructions for additional/replacement accessories.

Expanding your phone system

Handset (optional): KX-TGDA20

You can expand your phone system by
registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a
single base unit.
R Optional handset is a different design from

that of the supplied handsets.

R You cannot purchase the supplied handset

(KX-TGCA21) separately.

R To order, please visit http://

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Introduction

Graphical symbols for use on equipment and their descriptions

Symbol Explanation Symbol Explanation

Alternating current (A.C.) Class P equipment

Direct current (D.C.) “ON” (power)

Protective earth “OFF” (power)

Protective bonding earth Stand-by (power)

(equipment in which
protection against electric
shock relies on Double
Insulation or Reinforced
Insulation)

Functional earth “ON”/“OFF” (power;

For indoor use only Caution, risk of electric

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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
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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.

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Important Information

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

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 in

the operating instructions.

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 the operating
instructions.

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:

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 the operating instructions. Do
not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may
explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Other information

CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is

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

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.

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