Panasonic KX-TG5871AL User Manual
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5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System
Operating Instructions
Model No.
KX-TG5871AL
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must
subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider.
Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use.
Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save
for future reference.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
About these operating instructions . . . . . 4
Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Expanding your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Available accessory handsets . . . . . . 7
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 8
For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Preparation
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Battery installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Screen saver mode (Colour display
models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Controls and displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Setting the unit before use . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the date and time O . . . . . 19
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls using the handset . . . . . . 20
Useful features during a call . . . . . . 21
Making calls using the base unit . . . . . 23
Useful features during a call . . . . . . 23
Answering calls using the handset . . . . 24
Answering calls using the base unit . . . 25
Adjusting the ringer volume . . . . . . 25
Changing the ringer tone . . . . . . . . 25
Phonebook
Handset phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Adding items to the phonebook . . . 26
Calling someone in the phonebook . 27
Adding items/calling someone in the
phonebook using the unit’s menu P
(Monochrome display models only) . 28
Editing items in the phonebook . . . . 28
Erasing items in the phonebook . . . 28
Chain dial feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Copying phonebook items . . . . . . . . 29
Speed Dialler
Base unit speed dialler . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Adding phone numbers to the speed
dialler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Calling someone with the speed
dialler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Call waiting and Caller ID
compatible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Talking Caller ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Ringer ID and light-up ID . . . . . . . . . 34
Picture ID (Colour display models
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Caller list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Viewing the caller list and calling
back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Editing a caller’s phone number before
calling back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Storing caller information into the
phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Erasing caller information . . . . . . . . 36
Intercom Features
Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Voice paging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Transferring a call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Transferring a call from the handset 38
Transferring a call from the base
unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Transferring a call to the answering
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Conference calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Using the handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Using the base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Setting room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Monitoring a room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Programmable Settings
Guide to handset programming . . . . . . 43
Programming via direct commands . . . 46
Direct commands chart . . . . . . . . . . 46
Ringer settings K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Handset ringer volume . . . . . . . . . . 49
Handset ringer tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Recording songs from an audio device
for ringer tones (Customise ring) . . . 50
Ring colour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Function M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Voice enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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Dial lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Memory status (Colour display models
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Display setting L (Colour display models
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Handset display colour
(Appearance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Handset LCD contrast . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Initial setting N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Handset Talking Caller ID . . . . . . . . 55
Storing your area code . . . . . . . . . . 55
Handset LCD contrast (Monochrome
display models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Handset key tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Handset interrupt tone . . . . . . . . . . 56
Recall time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Line mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Base unit settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Cancelling the handset registration . 58
Registering the handset . . . . . . . . . . 59
Set date & time O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Answering System
Features
Answering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Recording your greeting message . . . . 60
Erasing your greeting message . . . 61
Pre-recorded greeting message . . . 61
Turning the answering system on/off . . 61
Screening your calls . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Listening to messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Listening to messages using the base
unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Listening to messages using the
handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Recording a voice memo . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Memory capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Remote operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Using the answering system
remotely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Answering system settings J . . . . . . 67
Remote code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Ring count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Caller’s recording time . . . . . . . . . . 68
Message alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Turning call screening on/off . . . . . . 69
Useful Information
Wall mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Headset (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Instructions to customer . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Index
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephone.
We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference.
Serial No. Date of purchase
(found on the bottom of the unit)
Name and address of dealer
Attach your purchase receipt here.
About these operating instructions
These operating instructions can be used for the KX-TG5871AL, KX-TGA580AL, and KXTGA582AL.
Notable differences between the KX-TG5871AL, KX-TGA580AL, and KX-TGA582AL:
The KX-TG5871AL and KX-TGA580AL feature a monochrome display handset.
The KX-TGA582AL features a colour display handset with USB-support.
Important:
L Features and operations indicated by “monochrome display models” are for KX-
TG5871AL users and KX-TGA580AL (accessory handset) users only.
L Features and operations indicated by “colour display models” are for KX-TGA582AL
(accessory handset) users only.
L See page 7 for the differences between the accessory handsets KX-TGA580AL and KX-
TGA582AL.
L References in these operating instructions to a charger or other handsets are for
accessory handset users only. See “Expanding your phone” on page 6.
L For information on connecting the KX-TGA582AL to a PC, refer to the included
“Installation Guide for GIGARANGE USB Utility” included with the KX-TGA582AL
accessory handset.
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Accessory information
Included accessories
No. Accessory items Quantity
1 AC adaptor for base unit 1
2 Telephone line cord 1
3 Telephone plug 1
4 Wall mounting adaptor 1
5 Battery 1
6 Handset cover 1
7 Belt clip 1
8 Audio cable 1
12 3
45 6
78
Additional/replacement accessories
Accessory items Order number
Rechargeable nickel metal
hydride (Ni-MH) battery
Accessory handset with
charger
Headset KX-TCA88AL
HHR-P104
KX-TGA580AL (features a monochrome display)
KX-TGA582AL (features a colour display)
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Expanding your phone
The KX-TG5871AL includes one handset and one base unit. You can expand the system
by adding up to 7 accessory handsets, sold separately. A maximum of 8 handsets can be
registered to a base unit.
Any combination of the 2 available accessory handsets is possible.
KX-TG5871AL Accessory handsets
KX-TGA580AL
KX-TGA582AL
Note:
L The included handset is pre-registered at the factory and assigned the extension
number 1.
L In most situations 4 units can be operated at once, however, the number of units that can
be operated at once may be lower depending on the features being used.
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Available accessory handsets
2 accessory handset models are available for the KX-TG5871AL.
Operations and features of 2 different accessory handsets have certain differences as
indicated in the table below.
Feature KX-TGA580AL KX-TGA582AL Page
Description Same handset supplied
with KX-TG5871AL
Display type Monochrome Colour –
USB-support
*1
– r
Picture ID – r 34
Picture download feature – r
Song record feature rr50
Song download feature – r
Wallpaper – r 54
Wallpaper download
– r
feature
Memory status display – r 53
Available as accessory
handset only
–
*2
*2
*2
*2
*1 USB-support allows you to connect the handset to your PC and send pictures and
songs from your PC to the handset, as well as create and edit phonebook entries using
your PC.
*2 For information on using this feature, refer to the help section of the GIGARANGE USB
Utility software included with the KX-TGA582AL accessory handset. If you have not
installed the GIGARANGE USB Utility software, refer to the included “Installation Guide
for GIGARANGE USB Utility” for details.
For information on ordering accessory handsets, see page 5.
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Important safety
instructions
When using this unit, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
personal injury.
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions
marked on this unit.
3. Unplug this unit from power outlets
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. Use a moist cloth for
cleaning.
4. Do not use this unit near water, for
example near a bathtub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, etc.
5. Place the unit securely on a stable
surface. Serious damage and/or injury
may result if the unit falls.
6. Do not cover slots and openings on the
unit. They are provided for ventilation
and protection against overheating.
Never place the unit near radiators, or
in a place where proper ventilation is
not provided.
7. Use only the power source marked on
the unit. If you are not sure of the type
of power supplied to your home,
consult your dealer or local power
company.
8. Do not place objects on the power
cord. Install the unit where no one can
step or trip on the cord.
9. Do not overload power outlets and
extension cords. This can result in the
risk of fire or electric shock.
10. Never push any objects through slots
in this unit. This may result in the risk of
fire or electric shock. Never spill any
liquid on the unit.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not disassemble this unit. Take the unit
to an authorised service centre when
service is required. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other risks.
Incorrect reassembly can cause
electric shock when the unit is
subsequently used.
12. Unplug this unit from power outlets and
refer servicing to an authorised service
centre when the following conditions
occur:
A. When the power cord is damaged
or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the
unit.
C. If the unit has been exposed to rain
or water.
D. If the unit does not work normally
by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only controls
covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment
may require extensive work by an
authorised service centre.
E. If the unit has been dropped or
physically damaged.
F. If the unit exhibits a distinct change
in performance.
13. During thunderstorms, avoid using
telephones except cordless types.
There may be a remote risk of an
electric shock from lightning.
14. Do not use this unit to report a gas
leak, when in the vicinity of the leak.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Installation
L Never install telephone wiring during a
lightning storm.
L Never install telephone jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
L Never touch uninsulated telephone
wires or terminals unless the telephone
line has been disconnected at the
network interface.
L Use caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
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L Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
L The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the unit and is
easily accessible.
L To prevent the electric shock, use only
the included audio cable with the
transformer when connecting the unit to
an audio device.
Battery
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to
persons, read and follow these
instructions.
L Use only the battery(ies) specified.
L Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a
fire. They may explode. Check with local
waste management codes for special
disposal instructions.
L Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and
may cause burns or injury to the eyes or
skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if
swallowed.
L Exercise care when handling the
battery(ies). Do not allow conductive
materials such as rings, bracelets or
keys to touch the battery(ies), otherwise
a short circuit may cause the battery(ies)
and/or the conductive material to
overheat and cause burns.
L Charge the battery(ies) provided with or
identified for use with this product only in
accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in this manual.
WARNING:
L To prevent the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not expose this product to rain
or any type of moisture.
L Unplug this unit 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
and contact an authorised service
centre.
Medical
L Consult the manufacturer of any
personal medical devices, such as
pacemakers or hearing aids, to
determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF (radio
frequency) energy. (The unit operates in
the frequency range of 5.76 GHz to 5.84
GHz, and the power output level can
range from 0.25 to 0.5 watts.) Do not use
the unit 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 (radio
frequency) energy.
Notice
L Please ensure that a separate
telephone, not dependent on local
power, is available for emergency use.
L This equipment will be inoperable when
mains power fails.
L When a failure occurs which results in
the internal parts becoming accessible,
disconnect the power supply cord
immediately and return this unit to an
authorised service centre.
L To minimise the possibility of lightning
damage, when you know that a
thunderstorm is coming, we recommend
that you:
– Unplug the telephone line cord from
the phone jack.
– Unplug the power supply cord from
the AC power outlet.
L No “000” or other calls can be made
from this device during a mains power
failure.
L The earcap on the handset is
magnetised and may retain metallic
objects.
L This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with AS/NZS 3548:
1995 limits for electromagnetic
interference. Any modifications to any
part of the system or to any peripherals
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may void the EMC compliance of the
system or the peripherals.
For best performance
Base unit location/noise
The base unit and handset use radio
waves to communicate with each other.
For maximum distance and noise-free
operation, we recommend the following:
L Placing the unit away from electrical
appliances such as a TV, personal
computer or another cordless phone.
L Placing the base unit in a HIGH and
CENTRAL location with no obstructions
such as walls.
L Raising the antennas vertically.
L If you use the handset near a microwave
oven which is being used, noise may be
heard. Move away from the microwave
oven and closer to the base unit.
L If you use the handset near another
cordless phone’s base unit, noise may
be heard. Move away from the other
cordless phone’s base unit and closer to
your base unit.
L The maximum calling distance may be
shortened when the unit is used in the
following places: Near obstacles such as
hills, tunnels, underground, near metal
objects such as wire fences, etc.
L Operating near 5.8 GHz electrical
appliances may cause interference.
Move away from the electrical
appliances.
Routine care
L Wipe the outer surface of the unit with a
moist soft cloth. Do not use benzine,
thinner or any abrasive powder.
Environment
L Keep the unit away from electrical noise
generating devices, such as fluorescent
lamps and motors.
L The unit should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high
temperature and vibration.
L The unit should not be exposed to direct
sunlight.
L Do not place heavy objects on top of the
unit.
L When you leave the unit unused for a
long period of time, unplug this unit from
power outlet.
L The unit should be kept away from heat
sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves,
etc. It should not be placed in rooms
where the temperature is less than 5 °C
or greater than 40 °C. Damp basements
should also be avoided.
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Connections
Preparation
Raise the antennas.
Telephone line cord
Note:
L Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV1AL.
L The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel
warm during use.)
L The AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet.
Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the
adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.
L The unit will not work during a power failure. We recommend connecting a standard
telephone to the same telephone line or to the same telephone jack using a telephone
double adaptor.
L The unit is not designed to be used with rotary (pulse dialling) services.
Fasten the AC adaptor cord.
Hook
To power outlet (230–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)
AC adaptor
To socket
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Preparation
If you subscribe to an ADSL service
L Please attach a noise filter (contact your
ADSL provider) to the telephone line
between the base unit and the telephone
line jack in the event of the following:
– Noise is heard during conversations.
– Caller ID features (page 32) do not
function properly.
To socket
Telephone line cord
Noise filter
(For ADSL users)
Battery installation
1 Insert the battery (1), and press it
down until it snaps into the
compartment (2).
2
1
2 Close the handset cover.
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Preparation
Battery charge
Place the handset on the base unit for 6
hours before initial use.
L The unit will beep once, the CHARGE
indicator will light, and “Charging” will
be displayed.
L “Charge completed” is displayed
when the battery has been fully charged.
The CHARGE indicator will remain lit.
OR
CHARGE indicator
Note:
L To ensure the battery charges properly,
clean the charge contacts of the handset
and base unit with a soft, dry cloth once
a month. Clean more often if the unit is
subject to grease, dust, or high humidity.
Battery strength
You can confirm the battery strength on the
handset display.
Battery icon Battery strength
1 Fully charged
2 Medium
3 Low
When flashing: needs
to be recharged.
4 Discharged
Recharging the battery
Recharge the battery when:
–“Recharge battery” is displayed or
3 flashes on the handset display.
– the handset beeps intermittently while it
is in use.
Note:
L Recharge the handset battery for more
than 15 minutes, or the display will
continue showing the indication.
L If the battery has been discharged, the
handset will display “Charge for 6
HRS” and 4 when you place the
handset on the base unit.
Battery performance
After your Panasonic battery is fully
charged, you can expect approximately
the following performance:
Operation Operating time
While in use
(talking)
While not in use
(standby)
While using the
clarity booster
feature (page 22)
*1 Handset is off the base unit but not in
use.
Note:
L Battery power is consumed whenever
the handset is off the base unit, even
when the handset is not in use. The
longer you leave the handset off the
base unit, the shorter you can actually
talk on the handset. Actual battery
performance depends on a combination
of how often the handset is in use and
how often it is not in use.
L Once the battery is fully charged, you do
not have to charge it again until
“Recharge battery” is displayed or
3 flashes. This will maximise the
battery life.
*1
Up to 5 hours
Up to 11 days
Up to 3 hours
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Preparation
Battery replacement
If battery performance diminishes, make
sure you have cleaned the charge
contacts and fully charged the battery. The
battery needs to be replaced if any of the
following are displayed after a few phone
calls even when you have fully charged the
battery.
–“Recharge battery”
– 3 (flashing)
–“Charge for 6 HRS”
– 4
L Use only the rechargeable Panasonic
battery noted on page 5.
1 Press the notch on the cover firmly and
slide it as indicated by the arrow.
2 Replace the old battery with a new one,
and close the cover (see page 12 for
battery installation).
Screen saver mode
(Colour display models
only)
Important:
L Only the KX-TGA582AL supports this
feature.
After 1 minute of inactivity, the handset will
enter screen saver mode if the handset is
not on the base unit or charger.
“Screen saver” will be displayed, and
will occasionally change position in order
to preserve the life of the display.
Example:
Screen saver
To cancel screen saver mode
To use the handset when it is in screen
saver mode, first press {OFF} to turn the
display on again.
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Controls and displays
Controls
Base unit
Preparation
ABCD E
FGHIJ
MNOPQRSTU V WXY
A Display
B {ERASE}
C {ANSWER ON}
ANSWER ON indicator
D Navigator key
E {MEMO}
F MESSAGE indicator
G {MESSAGE}
H {STOP}
I {GREETING REC} (Recording)
J {GREETING CHECK}
K Antenna
L Speaker
M Charge contacts
KKL
A
N {PROGRAM} {AUTO}
O {MUTE}
P {CALL WAIT} {RECALL}
Q {REDIAL} {PAUSE}
R CHARGE indicator
S IN USE indicator
T {*} (A)
U MIC (Microphone)
V {SP-PHONE} (Speakerphone)
SP-PHONE indicator
W {HOLD}
X {CONF} (Conference)
Y {INTERCOM} {TRANSFER}
INTERCOM indicator
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Handset
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A Speaker
B Soft keys
C Headset jack/Audio jack
D {C} (TALK)
E Joystick
F {s} (SP-PHONE)
G USB cable jack (colour display
models: KX-TGA582AL only)
H {REDIAL} {PAUSE}
I Ringer indicator
Message indicator
J Receiver
K Display
L {OFF}
M {CLEAR} {MUTE}
N {INTERCOM} {HOLD}
O Microphone
P Charge contacts
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Using the joystick
The handset joystick can be used to
navigate through menus and to select
items shown on the display, by pushing it
up, down, left, or right.
It can also be used to select the centre soft
key icon (page 18), by pressing down on
the centre of the joystick.
Note:
L Up to 5 menu items can be displayed at
a time. To select a menu item not shown
on the current page, scroll up or down by
pushing the joystick up or down,
respectively.
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Preparation
Displays
Base unit display items
Displayed
item
E Flashes when the date
E Flashes when message
O
E Greeting or memo
9@ Answering system is in
H1 Handset number;
H Paging all handsets.
P Base unit is in
Meaning
and time need to be set.
memory is full.
Base unit ringer is off.
message recording error
greeting only mode (caller
messages will not be
recorded).
displayed when paging or
being paged (example
shown here: handset 1).
programming mode.
Handset display items
Displayed
item
*2
--:--
Meaning
The date and time need to
be set.
W Voice enhancer is on.
1 Battery strength
S Line is in use.
When flashing: a call is on
hold.
When flashing rapidly: a
call is being received.
*1
SP
*2
SP
PRIVACY
PRIVACY
Speaker is on.
*1
Call Privacy mode is on.
*2
! This handset’s extension
number (example shown
here: handset 1)
You can move the cursor
right and left.
You can scroll or move the
cursor right and left or up
and down.
You can scroll up and
down.
Q When customising the
unit: indicates the current
setting.
When viewing the caller
list: indicates that you
have called back this
caller or viewed this caller
information.
*1 Monochrome display models:
KX-TG5871AL and KXTGA580AL only
*2 Colour display models:
KX-TGA582AL only
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Preparation
Handset menu icons
When in standby mode, pushing the centre
of joystick reveals the handset’s main
menu. From here you can access various
features and settings.
Important:
L The menu icons shown in these
instructions vary slightly from the actual
icons shown on the display.
Monochrome display models: KXTG5871AL and KX-TGA580AL only
Menu
icon
J
K
P
M
N
O
Menu/feature
Answering device
Ringer setting
Phonebook
Function
Initial setting
Set date & time
Handset soft keys
The handset features 2 soft keys and a
joystick. By pressing a soft key, or by
pressing the centre of the joystick, you can
select the function displayed directly
above it.
L Pressing the left or right soft key selects
the leftmost or rightmost soft key icon
respectively.
L Pressing the centre of the joystick
selects the centre soft key icon.
L The functions displayed will vary
depending on how you are using the
unit.
L When a function does not appear above
a soft key, the soft key has no function.
Colour display models: KX-TGA582AL
only
Menu
icon
J
K
L
M
N
O
Menu/feature
Answering device
Ringer setting
Display setting
Function
Initial setting
Set date & time
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Note:
L In these operating instructions, soft key
names are written inside brackets, the
same way as other unit keys.
Example:
Unit keys: {C}, {OFF}, etc.
Soft keys: {CID}, {MENU}, {C}, etc.
Handset backlit display and handset
keypad
The handset display and dialling buttons
will light for a few seconds after pressing
any of the handset’s controls or lifting the
handset off the base unit or charger. They
will also light when a call is being received.
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Preparation
Setting the unit before
use
Setting the date and time O
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).
2 Scroll to O, then press {SELECT}.
3 Scroll to “Date and time”, then press
{SELECT}.
Date and time
Time adjustment
4 Enter the current day, month, and year
by selecting 2 digits for each.
Example: 15 June, 2005
Press {1}{5} {0}{6} {0}{5}.
Date:15.06.2005
Time:12:00 AM
0-9=Date&Time
5 Enter the current hour and minute (12-
hour clock format) by selecting 2 digits
for each.
Example: 9:30 PM
Press {0}{9} {3}{0}.
Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers
only)
When calls are received, Caller ID will
automatically adjust the date and time
(including daylight saving time).
L If you have not set the date and time
manually, Caller ID will not adjust the
date and time.
L You can turn this feature off (page 59).
6 Select “AM” or “PM” by pressing {AM/
PM}.
7 Press {SAVE}.
L When the date and time are set, E
disappears from the base unit
display.
L If the handset beeps 3 times, the date
and time were not set correctly. Enter
the correct digits.
8 Press {OFF}.
Note:
L If you make a mistake when entering the
date and time, use the joystick to move
the cursor, then make the correction.
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Making/Answering Calls
Making calls using the
handset
Soft keys
{C}
{s}
{REDIAL}
{PAUSE}
{OFF}
Joystick
{CLEAR}
{MUTE}
{HOLD}
Microphone
4 When finished talking, press {OFF} or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Note:
L Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet
room.
L If the other party has difficulty hearing
you, push the joystick down to decrease
the speaker volume.
L While on a call, you can switch from the
receiver to the speakerphone by
pressing {s}. To switch back to the
receiver, press {C}.
To adjust the speaker volume
6 levels (high to low) are available.
While using the speaker, push the joystick
up or down repeatedly.
1 Lift the handset and press {C}.
L “Talk” will be displayed.
2 Dial the phone number.
3 When finished talking, press {OFF} or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Note:
L The IN USE indicator on the base unit
lights while the handset user is on an
outside conversation.
To adjust the receiver volume
3 levels (high/medium/low) are available.
While using the receiver, push the joystick
up or down repeatedly.
To use the speakerphone
1 Lift the handset and press {s}.
L “SP-phone” will be displayed.
2 Dial the phone number.
3 When the other party answers, speak
into the microphone.
To dial after confirming the entered
number
1 Enter the phone number.
L To correct a digit, use the joystick to
move the cursor, then press
{CLEAR}. Enter the correct number.
L If a pause is required when dialling,
press {PAUSE} where needed (page
22).
L To cancel, press {OFF}.
2 Press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}.
3 When finished talking, press {OFF} or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
To redial the last number dialled
1 Press {C} or {s}.
2 Press {REDIAL}.
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Making/Answering Calls
To make a call using the redial list
The last 5 phone numbers dialled are
stored in the redial list.
1 Press {REDIAL}.
L The last number dialled will be
displayed.
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly
to display the desired number.
L To delete the displayed number,
press {CLEAR}.
L To exit the list, press {OFF}.
3 Press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}.
Useful features during a call
HOLD button
This feature allows you to put an outside
call on hold.
1 Press {HOLD} during an outside call.
L To transfer the call to another
extension, see page 38.
2 Press {HOLD} again.
L “Hold” will be displayed.
L To return to the call, press {C} or
{s}.
L The base unit user can take the call
by pressing {SP-PHONE}.
L Another handset user can take the
call by pressing {C} or {s}.
Note:
L If another phone is connected on the
same line (page 11), you can also take
the call by lifting its handset.
L If a call is kept on hold for more than 6
minutes, an alarm tone will start to
sound and the ringer indicator will flash
rapidly. After 4 additional minutes on
hold, the call will be disconnected.
MUTE button
You can mute your voice during a
conversation. While mute is turned on you
will be able to hear the other party, but the
other party will not be able to hear you.
To mute your voice, press {MUTE}.
L “<Mute>” will flash on the display.
L To return to the conversation, press
{MUTE}, {C}, or {s}.
Voice enhancer
This feature can simulate a band signal
above the normal bandwidth limitations,
achieving a sound which is close to the
actual voice. You can turn this feature on
or off, depending on the circumstance.
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick)
during an outside call.
2 To turn this feature on or off, press {3}.
L You can also turn this feature on or off
by pushing the joystick up or down,
then pressing {SELECT}.
L When turned on, W will be
displayed.
Note:
L Once you turn voice enhancer on, it will
be activated for all outside calls until
turned off.
L You can also turn this feature on or off by
programming (page 52).
L Depending on the condition and quality
of your telephone line, this feature may
emphasise existing line noise. If it
becomes difficult to hear, turn this
feature off.
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Making/Answering Calls
Clarity booster
This feature can improve sound clarity
when the handset is used in an area where
there may be interference. During an
outside call, this feature will be turned on
automatically when necessary. This
feature will turn off when you hang up or
put a call on hold. It will not turn off
automatically during a call. You can also
turn this feature on or off manually.
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick)
during an outside call.
2 To turn this feature on or off, press {2}.
L You can also turn this feature on or off
by pushing the joystick up or down,
then pressing {SELECT}.
L While this feature is turned on,
“Booster on” will flash on the
display.
Note:
L If this feature is turned off manually
during a call, it will not be turned on
automatically during the same call.
L While this feature is turned on, battery
operating time will be shortened (page
13).
L The maximum number of extensions
which can be used at a time may
decrease when using this feature.
Call share
When another extension is on an outside
call, this feature allows you to join that call.
To join a conversation, press {C} or {s}
when another extension is on an outside
call.
L “Conference” will be displayed.
L A maximum of 4 parties (including the
outside party) can join a conversation.
Call privacy
Call privacy allows you to prevent other
users from joining your conversations with
outside callers. To allow other users to join
your conversations, leave this feature off.
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This feature is only available for the
handset.
To turn this feature on or off, press
{PRIVACY} during a conversation.
L While this feature is turned on,
“PRIVACY” will be displayed.
L While this feature is turned on, other
users cannot join the conversation.
L Call privacy will turn off after you hang
up the call.
PAUSE button (for PBX/long distance
service users)
A pause is sometimes required when
making calls using a PBX or long distance
service.
For example, if you need to dial the line
access number “9” when making outside
calls with a PBX:
1 Press {9}.
2 Press {PAUSE}, then dial the phone
number.
Example:
9P0555666777
3 Press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}.
Note:
L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each
time {PAU SE} is pressed. Press
repeatedly to insert longer pauses.
RECALL button
Pressing {RECALL} allows you to use
special features of your host PBX such as
transferring an extension call, or accessing
optional telephone services such as Call
Waiting.
Note:
L To change the recall time, see page 56.
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Making/Answering Calls
Making calls using the
base unit
{V}, {^}
{MUTE}
{CALL WAIT}
{RECALL}
{HOLD}
{SP-PHONE}
and indicator
MIC
IN USE indicator
{REDIAL} {PAUSE}
1 Press {SP-PHONE}.
L The SP-PHONE and IN USE
indicators light.
2 Dial the phone number.
3 When the other party answers, speak
into the MIC.
4 When finished talking, press {SP-
PHONE}.
L The SP-PHONE and IN USE
indicators go out.
Note:
L Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet
room.
L If the other party has difficulty hearing
you, press {V} to decrease the speaker
volume.
L While on a call, you can switch from the
speaker phone to the handset:
– If the handset is off the base unit,
press {C} or {s} on the handset,
then press {SP-PHONE} on the base
unit.
– If the handset is on the base unit,
simply lift the handset.
To adjust the speaker volume
8 levels (high to low) are available.
While on a call press {V} or {^} repeatedly.
To redial the last number dialled
1 Press {SP-PHONE}.
2 Press {REDIAL}.
Useful features during a call
HOLD button
This feature allows you to put an outside
call on hold.
Press {HOLD} during an outside call.
L The SP-PHONE indicator and IN USE
indicator flash.
L To return to the call, press {SP-
PHONE}.
L The handset user can take the call by
pressing {C} or {s}.
Note:
L If another phone is connected on the
same line (page 11), you can also take
the call by lifting its handset.
L If a call is kept on hold for more than 6
minutes, an alarm tone will start to
sound. After 4 additional minutes on
hold, the call will be disconnected.
MUTE button
You can mute your voice during a
conversation. While mute is turned on you
will be able to hear the other party, but the
other party will not be able to hear you.
To mute your voice, press {MUTE}.
L The SP-PHONE indicator flashes.
L To return to the conversation, press
{MUTE} or {SP-PHONE}.
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Call share
When another extension is on an outside
call, this feature allows you to join that call.
To join a conversation, press {SP-
PHONE} when another extension is on an
outside call.
L A maximum of 4 parties including the
outside party can join a conversation.
RECALL button
Pressing {RECALL} allows you to use
special features of your host PBX such as
transferring an extension call, or accessing
optional telephone services such as Call
Waiting.
Note:
L To change the recall time, see page 56.
Answering calls using
the handset
When a call is being received, the ringer
indicator flashes rapidly.
1 Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}.
L You can also answer a call by
pressing any button except the
joystick or {OFF}. (Any key talk
feature)
2 When finished talking, press {OFF} or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Auto talk
This feature allows you to answer a call by
simply lifting the handset off the base unit
or charger. You do not need to press {C}.
To activate this feature, see page 56.
Temporary ringer off
While the handset is ringing for an outside
call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily
by pressing {OFF}. The handset will ring
the next time a call is received.
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Answering calls using
the base unit
When a call is being received, the IN USE
indicator flashes rapidly.
1 Press {SP-PHONE}.
2 Speak into the MIC.
3 When finished talking, press {SP-
PHONE}.
Adjusting the ringer volume
4 levels (high/medium/low/off) are
available.
While the base unit is not being used,
press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the
desired volume.
L To stop ringing, press {STOP}.
Making/Answering Calls
Note:
L If you select one of the melody ringer
patterns, the ringer will continue to
sound for several seconds if:
– the caller hangs up before you answer
the call.
– another person answers the call using
another phone connected on the
same line.
To turn the ringer off, press and hold {V}
until the base unit beeps 2 times.
O will be displayed.
L
Note:
L When the ringer volume is set to off, the
base unit will not ring for outside calls
and it will ring at the low level for
intercom calls.
L When the ringer volume is set to off, the
base unit will not announce caller names
(page 33).
Changing the ringer tone
You can change the base unit ringer tone
heard when an outside call is received.
There are 3 tones and 4 melodies.
1 Press {^} or {V}.
2 Within 10 seconds, press {<} or {>}
repeatedly to select the desired ringer
tone.
L To stop ringing, press {STOP}.
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Phonebook
Handset phonebook
The handset phonebook allows you to
make calls without having to dial manually.
You can add 50 names and phone
numbers to the handset phonebook and
search for phonebook entries by name.
Important:
L KX-TGA582AL only: You can also
create and edit phonebook items using
your PC and send them to the handset.
Refer to the help section of the
GIGARANGE USB Utility software for
details. If you have not installed the
GIGARANGE USB Utility software, refer
to the included “Installation Guide for
GIGARANGE USB Utility” for details.
Adding items to the phonebook
1 Press {C} (right soft key).
L The display shows the number of
items in the phonebook.
2 Press {ADD}.
Enter name
3 Enter the name (max. 16 characters).
See the character table for entry.
L If you want to change the name and
number, press {EDIT}, then repeat
from step 3.
Example:
Tom
0555654321
7 Press {SAVE}.
L To add other items, repeat from step
2.
8 Press {OFF}.
Note:
L Caller ID subscribers can use ringer ID
and light-up ID features (page 34).
L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL
only):
Caller ID subscribers can use picture ID
(page 34).
To store emergency numbers
Emergency numbers are numbers stored
in the phonebook that can be dialled using
the phonebook even when dial lock is
turned on (page 52).
To store a number as an emergency
number, add # at the beginning of the
name (see “Adding items to the
phonebook”).
4 Press {NEXT}.
Enter phone no.
5 Enter the phone number (max. 32
digits).
L If a pause is required when dialling,
press {PAUSE} where needed (page
22).
6 Press {NEXT}.
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Phonebook
Character table
The dial keys can be used to enter
characters. To enter a character, press the
appropriate dial key, repeatedly if
necessary. To enter another character that
is located on the same dial key, first push
the joystick right to move the cursor to the
next space.
Key Characters
{1} &’ (),–./1
{2} abcABC2
{3} def DEF3
{4} ghi GHI 4
{5} jklJKL5
{6} mn o MN O6
{7} pqr sPQRS7
{8} tuvTUV8
{9} wxyzWXYZ9
{0} 0Space
{*} ;
{#} #
{CLEAR} To delete a character or
number
To edit/correct a mistake
Use the joystick to move the cursor to the
character or number you wish to erase,
then press {CLEAR}. Enter the
appropriate character or number.
Note:
L Press and hold {CLEAR} to erase all
characters or numbers.
Calling someone in the
phonebook
Phonebook items can be searched for
alphabetically by scrolling through the
phonebook items.
1 Press {C} (right soft key).
L To view the first item, press
{SEARCH}.
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly
to display the desired item.
L To exit the phonebook, press {OFF}.
3 Press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}.
To search for a name by initial
1 Press {C} (right soft key).
2 Press the dialling button ({0} to {9},
{#}, or {*}) which corresponds to the
first letter you are searching for (see the
character table).
Example: “LISA”
Press {5} repeatedly to display any
name with the initial “L”.
L If there is no item corresponding to
the letter you selected, the next item
will be displayed.
3 Push the joystick down repeatedly to
display the desired item.
L To exit the phonebook, press {OFF}.
L To dial the displayed number, press
{C}, {s}, or {CALL}.
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