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

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

– 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

–

*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 Close the handset cover.

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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.

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.

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

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

C D

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

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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Displays

Base unit display items

Displayed item

E Flashes when the date

E Flashes when message

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

--:--

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.

PRIVACY

Speaker is on.

Call Privacy mode is on.

! 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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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

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.

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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Making/Answering Calls

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.

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

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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Phonebook

Adding items/calling someone in the phonebook using the unit’s menu P (Monochrome display models only)

Important:

L Only the KX-TG5871AL and KX-

TGA580AL support this feature.

Monochrome display model users can also enter the phonebook from the handset’s main menu.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to P, then press {SELECT}.

L The display shows the number of

items in the phonebook.

3 To add items, continue from step 2 of

“Adding items to the phonebook” on page 26. OR To call someone, continue from step 2 of “Calling someone in the phonebook”.

Editing items in the phonebook

1 Press {C} (right soft key).

2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item.

3 Press {EDIT}.

4 Edit the name if necessary. See the

character table on page 27 for character entry.

5 Press {NEXT}.

6 Edit the phone number if necessary.

7 Press {NEXT}, then press {SAVE}.

L To edit other items, repeat from step

8 Press {OFF}.

Erasing items in the phonebook

1 Press {C} (right soft key).

2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item.

3 Press {CLEAR}.

L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.

4 Press {YES}.

L To erase other items, repeat from

step 2.

5 Press {OFF}.

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Phonebook

Chain dial feature

This feature allows you to dial phone numbers from the phonebook while you are on a call. Example: Using a long distance calling card

1 Dial from the phonebook:

08000123456 (Calling card access number).

2 When prompted, dial from the

phonebook: 1234 (Calling card PIN).

3 When prompted, dial from the

phonebook: 05550123456 (the person you want to call).

1 During an outside call, press {MENU}

(centre of joystick).

2 Press {1} to select “Phonebook”.

3 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item. L To search for the item by initial, see

page 27.

4 Press {CALL}.

L Repeat from step 1 to dial other

numbers.

Note:

L When storing a calling card access

number and your PIN in the phonebook as one phonebook item, press {PAUSE} to add pauses after the number and PIN as necessary (page 22).

Copying phonebook items

You can copy one or all of the phonebook items from the handset to the phonebook of a compatible Panasonic handset (page

5).

Important:

L Make sure the destination handset is not

in use.

L Do not place your handset on the base

unit or charger until copying has finished, otherwise copying will stop.

L If an outside call is received during the

phonebook copy, copying will stop. You will need to copy the item(s) later.

L Ringer ID and light-up ID settings for

phonebook items are not copied (page

34).

L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL

only): Picture ID settings for phonebook items are not copied (page 34).

Copying an item

1 Press {C} (right soft key).

2 Press {COPY}.

3 Scroll to “1 item”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to the destination handset’s

number, then press {SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item. L To search for the item by initial, see

page 27.

6 Press {SEND}.

L When the item has been copied,

“Complete” will be displayed.

L The destination handset display will

show “Phonebook Receiving”, then “Phonebook Received”.

L To copy another item, repeat from

step 5.

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Phonebook

7 Press {OFF}.

Copying all items

1 Press {C} (right soft key).

2 Press {COPY}.

3 Scroll to “All items”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to the destination handset’s

number, then press {SEND}. L When all items have been copied,

“Complete” will be displayed.

L The destination handset display will

show “Phonebook Receiving”, then “Phonebook Received”.

L To copy items to another handset,

repeat from step 3.

5 Press {OFF}.

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Base unit speed dialler

The base unit speed dialler allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can assign one phone number to each of the 10 dial keys ({0} to {9}) on the base unit.

Adding phone numbers to the speed dialler

Important:

L Before storing phone numbers, make

sure the base unit is not being used.

1 Press {PROGRAM}.

L The IN USE indicator will flash.

2 Enter the phone number (max. 32

digits). L If a pause is required for dialling,

press {PAUSE} where needed.

L If you misdial, press {STOP} and

repeat from step 1.

3 Press {PROGRAM}.

4 Press a dial key ({0} to {9}).

L The base unit will beep. L To store other phone numbers, repeat

from step 1.

Note:

L If a phone number is stored in a dial key

which already contains a phone number, the old number will be erased.

L We recommend you make a note of

which phone numbers are stored in which dial keys.

Speed Dialler

In step 2, press {9}, {PAU SE}, then enter the phone number.

Note:

L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each

time {PAU SE} is pressed. Press repeatedly to insert longer pauses. “P” is displayed when {PAUSE} is pressed.

L When {*} is pressed, “$” is displayed.

When {#} is pressed, “#” is displayed.

To erase a stored phone number

1 Press {PROGRAM} 2 times.

2 Press the desired dial key ({0} to {9}).

L The base unit will beep.

Calling someone with the speed dialler

1 Press {SP-PHONE}.

2 Press {AUTO}.

3 Press the desired dial key ({0} to {9}).

L The stored phone number will be

dialled.

Note:

L Speed dial numbers stored in the base

unit can only be dialled from the base unit.

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” with a PBX:

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Caller ID Service

Using Caller ID service

This unit is Caller ID compatible. To use Caller ID features, you must subscribe to your telephone company’s Caller ID service.

L If the unit is connected to a PBX system,

caller information may not be received properly. Consult your PBX supplier.

L If the name display service is available in

your area, the display will show callers’ names. For further information, please contact your telephone company.

Caller ID features

When an outside call is being received, the calling party’s phone number will be displayed. Phone numbers for the last 50 different callers will be logged in the caller list, allowing you to return missed calls. Caller information is stored by the most recent call to the oldest.

L When Caller ID information is received

and it matches a phone number stored in the phonebook: – The stored name will be displayed and

logged in the caller list. (Private name

display)

– The handset will use the ringer tone

and the ringer indicator colour you assigned to the caller. (Ringer ID and

light-up ID)

L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL

only): When Caller ID information is received and it matches a phone number stored in the phonebook, the handset will display the picture you assigned to the caller. (Picture ID)

L While listening to a message recorded

by the answering system, using the handset, you can call back the caller without having to dial the phone number (page 64).

L If the unit cannot receive caller

information, the following will be displayed: “Out of area”: The caller dialled from an area which does not provide Caller ID service. “Private caller”: The caller requested not to send caller information.

Call waiting and Caller ID compatible

If you subscribe to Caller ID service, your handset displays the 2nd caller’s information while talking. After you hear a call waiting tone, the caller’s phone number will be displayed. You can answer the 2nd call, keeping the 1st call on hold. Follow Telstra or your service provider instructions using {RECALL}.

L If the phone number is stored in the

phonebook with its name, the caller’s name will also be displayed.

L Please contact Telstra or your service

provider for details and availability in your area.

For Caller ID Type II users

When you receive a 2nd call during a conversation, you will hear a signal tone following the call waiting tone and the

conversation will be interrupted or muted for a short period of time. This is

not a fault of the product as these events are normal.

L The tones are generated by the

telephone company.

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Caller ID Service

Talking Caller ID

This feature allows you to know who is calling without looking at the display. When a call comes in, the handset and base unit will announce the caller’s name displayed on the handset following every ring. To use this feature, you must subscribe to your telephone company’s Caller ID service.

Important:

L If Caller ID information is received and it

matches a phone number stored in the phonebook or if the name display service is available in your area, the caller’s name will be displayed and announced.

L If the caller’s phone number is stored in

the phonebook of the extension number 1 handset, all handsets and the base unit will announce the name stored in that phonebook following every ring.

L The name announced by the Talking

Caller ID feature will be different from the names displayed on the other extension handsets (2 to 8) if the name is stored differently in each phonebook.

L If the unit does not receive Caller ID

information, the unit will announce “Call

from out of area” or “Call from private caller”.

L Name pronunciation may vary. This

feature may not pronounce all names correctly.

L The unit will announce each letter of

abbreviations, such as “Co.” and “Inc.”.

L Caller ID supports names of up to 15

letters. If the caller’s name has more than 15 letters, the name will not be displayed or announced correctly.

L Your unit may mute one or more rings in

order to announce the name of the caller. Talking Caller ID takes precedence over ringing.

L If the ringer volumes of the handset and

base unit are turned off, caller names

will not be announced. The announcement is heard at the ringer volume (page 25, 49).

L If this feature is turned off, caller names

will not be announced (page 55, 58).

L Usually the unit will announce the

caller’s name after the 2nd ring. If you turn on the answering system, and set the ring count to “2” (page 68), the unit will not announce the caller’s name. If “Toll saver” is selected, and there is a new message, the unit will not announce the caller’s name.

L If an outside call is received while on an

intercom call between the handset and base unit, the other handsets will ring, but the caller’s name will not be announced.

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Caller ID Service

Ringer ID and light-up ID

This feature can help you identify who is calling by using different ringers and ringer indicator colours for different callers stored in the phonebook. You can assign a different ringer and indicator colour to each phonebook item. When a call is received from a caller stored in the phonebook, the ringer and indicator colour are used after Caller ID information is displayed.

L The ringer and indicator colour may be

changed after the 2nd ring.

Ringer ID

You can assign a different ringer tone to each caller in the phonebook. If you select “No Ringer ID” (default), the unit will use the ringer tone you set on page 49 when a call is received from that caller.

1 Press {C} (right soft key).

2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item.

3 Press {OPTION}.

4 Press {1} to select “Ringer ID”.

5 To select a tone or melody, scroll to

“Tone & Melody”, then press {SELECT}. OR To select a song, scroll to “Customized ring”, then press

{SELECT}.

6 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired item.

7 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L To erase a song, see page 51 and 53. If

you erase a song assigned to a caller, the Ringer ID assignment will be cancelled, and the handset ringer tone (page 49) will be used instead of that song.

Light-up ID

You can assign a different ringer indicator colour to each caller in the phonebook. Select “Color1” (amber), “Color2” (blue), “Color3” (green), or “Multicolor”. If you select “No Light-upID” (default), the unit will use the ringer colour you set on page 51 when a call is received from that caller.

1 Press {C} (right soft key).

2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item.

3 Press {OPTION}.

4 Press {2} to select “Light-up ID”.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired ringer indicator colour.

6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Picture ID (Colour display models only)

Important:

L Only the KX-TGA582AL supports this

feature.

You can assign a picture to each caller in the phonebook. When a call is received from a caller stored in the phonebook, the picture is displayed after Caller ID information is received.

L The picture may be displayed after the

2nd ring.

There are 5 preset pictures.

You can also download picture data for callers from a PC. 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.

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1 Press {C} (right soft key).

2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item.

3 Press {OPTION}.

4 Press {3} to select “Picture ID”.

5 To select a preset picture, scroll to

“Fixed data”, then press {SELECT}. OR To select your original picture, scroll to “User data”, then press {SELECT}.

6 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired picture.

L To view the picture name, press

{LIST}. To return to the picture, press {VIEW}.

7 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L To cancel the Picture ID assignment,

select “No data” in step 5, then press

{SELECT}.

L To erase your original picture, see page

53. If you erase a picture assigned to a caller, the Picture ID assignment will be cancelled.

Caller ID Service

Caller list

Caller information for the last 50 different callers will be logged in the caller list. You can use this list to return missed calls.

L Caller information includes phone

numbers, the date and time of calls, and the number of times the caller called.

Missed calls

If a call is not answered, the unit treats the call as a missed call. The number of missed calls is shown on the handset display. This lets you know if you should view the caller list to see who called while you were out.

L If there are no items in the caller list,

{CID} will not be displayed.

Viewing the caller list and calling back

1 Press {CID} (left soft key).

2 Push the joystick down repeatedly to

search from the most recent call, or up to search from the oldest call.

L To exit the caller list, press {OFF}.

3 Press {C} or {s}.

Note:

L Calling back will not be possible if the

caller information does not include a phone number.

L In some cases, you may have to edit the

number before dialling.

L Each handset has its own caller list. If

you viewed the caller list or answered a call on one handset, the same information in the other handsets will be displayed as “missed calls”.

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Displayed symbols

L If the same caller calls more than once, it

will be displayed with the number (“×2” to “×9”). Only the date and time of the most recent call will be stored.

L A Q is displayed next to items which

have already been viewed or answered on this handset.

Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back

You can edit a phone number in the caller list.

1 Press {CID} (left soft key).

2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item.

3 Press {EDIT}.

4 Add or erase digits to the beginning of

the number as necessary. L To add a digit, press the desired dial

key.

L To erase a digit, press {CLEAR} or

{#}.

5 Press {C} or {s} to call back.

Note:

L The edited phone number will not be

saved in the caller list.

Storing caller information into the phonebook

Items in the caller list can be stored into each handset’s phonebook.

1 Press {CID} (left soft key).

2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item. L To edit the number, press {EDIT}

then edit the number (see “Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back”, step 4).

3 Press {SAVE}.

L “Enter name” will be displayed. L If the caller has name information, the

name and phone number will be saved. Skip to step 6.

4 Enter the name if necessary (see page

26, step 3).

5 Press {NEXT}, then press {SAVE}.

L To continue storing other items,

repeat from step 2.

6 Press {OFF}.

Note:

L If the caller information does not include

a phone number, you cannot store it in the phonebook.

Erasing caller information

Erasing a selected item

1 Press {CID} (left soft key).

2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to display the desired item.

3 Press {CLEAR}.

L To erase other items, repeat from

step 2.

L To exit the caller list, press {OFF}.

Erasing all items

Make sure that you have no missed calls.

1 Press {CID} (left soft key).

2 Press {ERASE} or {CLEAR}.

L “All erase?” will be displayed. L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.

3 Press {YES}.

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Intercom Features

Intercom

Intercom calls can be made between the handset and the base unit, and between the included handset and a compatible Panasonic handset (page 5). Call the desired unit by selecting the extension number (! to )), shown in the upper right of each handset’s display. The base unit’s extension number is 0.

L The base unit will display the paging or

paged handset’s extension number (H1 to H8).

Note:

L If you have difficulty hearing the other

party while using the speaker, decrease the speaker volume.

L If you receive a phone call while talking

on the intercom, you will hear 2 tones (page 56, 58). To answer the call with the handset, press {OFF}, then press {C} or {s}. To answer the call with the base unit, press {SP-PHONE} 2 times.

L You cannot change the ringer tone for

intercom calls.

From the handset to the base unit

1 Handset:

Press {INTERCOM}, then press {0}. L The base unit will beep for 1 minute. L To stop paging, press {OFF}.

2 Base unit:

Press {SP-PHONE} or {INTERCOM} to answer the page.

3 Handset:

When finished talking, press {OFF}.

Note:

L During an intercom call, the handset

user can switch to the speaker by pressing {s}. To switch back to the receiver, press {C}.

From the base unit to a handset

1 Base unit:

Press {INTERCOM}.

2 To page a specified handset, press its

extension number ({1} to {8}). OR To page all handsets, press {0}.

L The handset(s) will beep for 1 minute. L To stop paging, press {SP-PHONE}

or {INTERCOM}.

3 Handset:

Press {C}, {s}, or {INTERCOM} to answer the page.

4 Base unit:

When the paged party answers, speak into the MIC.

5 Base unit:

When finished talking, press {SP- PHONE} or {INTERCOM}.

Note:

L You can locate a misplaced handset by

paging it. (Handset locator)

L If you page all handsets, only the

handset user who answers first can talk with the base unit.

From one handset to another handset

Example: When handset 1 calls handset 2.

1 Handset 1:

Press {INTERCOM}, then press the handset’s extension number {2} (desired handset number).

L The paged handset will beep for 1

minute.

L To stop paging, press {OFF}.

2 Handset 2:

Press {C}, {s}, or {INTERCOM} to answer.

3 When finished talking, press {OFF}.

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Intercom Features

Voice paging

The base unit user can make a voice announcement that is heard through the speakers of all handsets.

1 Press {INTERCOM}, then press {*}

(A). L You will hear a ringback tone (2 short

beeps) and the SP-PHONE indicator will flash.

2 When the SP-PHONE indicator stops

flashing, speak into the MIC. L All handset users will hear your voice

through their speakers after it beeps.

3 When finished, press {SP-PHONE} or

{INTERCOM}. OR After one of the handsets answers, talk into the MIC. When finished talking, press {SP-PHONE} or {INTERCOM}.

Note:

L To answer the voice page with a

handset, press {C}, {s}, or {INTERCOM}. Only the handset user who answers first can talk with the base unit user.

L A handset user can mute the current

voice announcement by placing the handset on the base unit or charger, or by pressing {OFF}. Other handsets will continue to hear the announcement.

L If a handset is too close to the base unit,

you may hear feedback while making the voice announcement. Place the handset on the base unit or charger or press {OFF}.

L The announcement is heard at the

handset ringer volume (page 49).

L A handset cannot be paged when it is on

the base unit.

Transferring a call

Outside calls can be transferred between the handset and the base unit, and between the handset and a compatible Panasonic handset (page 5).

Transferring a call from the handset

1 During an outside call, press

{INTERCOM}. L The call will be put on hold.

2 To page the base unit, press {0}.

To page another handset, press its extension number ({1} to {8}).

3 Wait for the paged party to answer.

L The base unit user can answer by

pressing {SP-PHONE} or

{INTERCOM}.

L The paged handset user can answer

by pressing {C}, {s}, or {INTERCOM}.

L If there is no answer, press {C} or

{s} to return to the outside call.

4 To complete the transfer, press {OFF}.

Transferring a call without speaking to the paged party

1 During an outside call, press

{INTERCOM}.

2 To page the base unit, press {0}.

To page another handset, press its extension number ({1} to {8}).

3 Press {OFF}.

L The outside call rings at the paged

unit.

Note:

L If the paged party does not answer the

call, press {C} or {s} to return to the call. If not answered within 1 minute, the

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call will ring at your handset again. If you still do not answer the call within 4 minutes, the call will be disconnected.

Transferring a call from the base unit

Important:

L When you page all handsets, only the

handset user who answers first can take the transferred call.

1 During an outside call, press

{INTERCOM}. L The call will be put on hold.

2 To page a specified handset, press its

extension number ({1} to {8}). To page all handsets, press {0}. To make a voice announcement to all handsets, press {*} (A), then speak into the MIC when the SP-PHONE indicator stops flashing.

3 Wait for the paged party to answer.

L The paged handset user can answer

by pressing {C}, {s}, or

{INTERCOM}.

L If there is no answer, press

{INTERCOM} to return to the outside

call.

4 To complete the transfer, press {SP-

PHONE}.

Transferring a call without speaking to the paged party

1 During an outside call, press

{INTERCOM}.

3 Press {SP-PHONE}.

L The outside call rings at the paged

handset(s).

Note:

L If the paged party does not answer the

call, press {SP-PHONE} to return to the call. If not answered within 1 minute, the call will ring at the base unit again. If you still do not answer the call within 4 minutes, the call will be disconnected.

Transferring a call to the answering system

When you answer a call and the caller wants to talk to someone who is not available, you can transfer the caller to the answering system where the caller can leave a message. Tell the caller beforehand that you will transfer him or her to the answering system.

1 Handset:

Press {INTERCOM} during an outside call. OR

Base unit:

Press {TRANSFER} during an outside call.

L The call will be put on hold.

2 Press {9} to hang up the call.

L After you press {9}, the caller will

hear the greeting message, then the caller can leave a message (page

60).

2 To page a specified handset, press its

extension number ({1} to {8}). To page all handsets, press {0}. To make a voice announcement to all handsets, press {*} (A), then speak into the MIC when the SP-PHONE indicator stops flashing.

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Conference calls

A conference call allows the handset and the base unit or a compatible Panasonic handset (page 5) to speak together with an outside party.

Using the handset

1 During an outside call, press

{INTERCOM}. L The call will be put on hold.

2 To page the base unit, press {0}.

To page another handset, press its extension number ({1} to {8}).

3 When the paged party answers, press

{CONF} on your handset to establish a conference call.

L “Conference” will be displayed. L To leave the conference, press

{OFF}. The other parties can

continue the conversation.

Note:

L The outside call can be put on hold by

pressing {HOLD} during a conference call. Communications between extensions are not suspended. Only the person who placed the call on hold can resume the conference by pressing

{CONF}.

L One more extension can join the

conference call. To join a conference call using the base unit, press {SP-

PHONE}. To join using a handset, press {C} or {s}. A maximum of 4 parties

can join a conference call.

L If 2 handsets are in a conference call

and one handset is using the clarity booster feature, a 3rd handset will not be able to join the conference call.

Using the base unit

1 During an outside call, press

{INTERCOM}. L The call will be put on hold.

2 To page the desired handset, press its

extension number ({1} to {8}).

3 When the paged party answers, press

{CONF} on your base unit to establish a conference call.

L To leave the conference, press {SP-

PHONE}. The other parties can

continue the conversation.

Note:

L The outside call can be put on hold by

pressing {HOLD} during a conference call. Communications between extensions are not suspended. Only the person who placed the call on hold can resume the conference by pressing

{CONF}.

L One more extension can join the

conference call. To join the conference call using a handset, press {C} or {s}.

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Intercom Features

Room monitor

This feature allows you to listen in on a room where the handset or base unit is located. The monitored extension will not ring, allowing you to easily monitor, for example, a baby’s room from different areas of the house. If you want to prevent your unit from being monitored by other extensions, leave this feature OFF (default).

Setting room monitor

Turning on/off the handset’s room monitor feature

This allows the handset to be monitored.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Room monitor”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “On” or “Off”.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Turning on/off the base unit’s room monitor feature

This allows the base unit to be monitored. This feature must be set by using the handset.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

Monitoring a room

Important:

L Before monitoring, make sure the unit to

be monitored is not in use.

L The handset to be monitored must be off

the base unit.

L If you receive a phone call while

monitoring a room, you will hear 2 tones (page 56, 58). To answer the call with the handset, press {OFF}, then press {C} or {s}. To answer the call with the base unit, press {SP-PHONE} 2 times.

Monitoring with the handset

1 Press {INTERCOM}, then press

{MONITOR}.

2 To call the base unit, press {0}.

To call another handset, press its extension number ({1} to {8}).

L Your handset will start to monitor the

room through the destination unit.

L To monitor from the speaker, press

{s}. To switch back to the receiver, press {C}.

3 To end monitoring, press {OFF}.

L The base unit user can stop being

monitored by pressing {INTERCOM} or {SP-PHONE}. The monitored handset user can stop being monitored by pressing {OFF}.

Note:

L The monitored handset displays “Room

monitor”.

3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Room monitor”, then press

{SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “On” or “Off”.

6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

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Monitoring with the base unit

1 Press {INTERCOM}, then press

{MUTE}.

2 To call the desired handset, press its

extension number ({1} to {8}). L The base unit will start to monitor the

room through the handset.

3 To end monitoring, press {INTERCOM}

or {SP-PHONE}. L The monitored handset user can stop

being monitored by pressing {OFF}.

Note:

L The monitored handset displays “Room

monitor”.

L If the room monitor feature of the

destination handset is off or if that handset is on the base unit, a busy tone will be heard.

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Programmable Settings

Guide to handset programming

For your reference, a chart of all programmable functions is printed below. Details for each item can be found on the corresponding pages. To programme, press {MENU} (centre of joystick), push the joystick up, down, left, or right to scroll through the menu, and press

{SELECT} when the desired menu item or setting is displayed.

Important:

L Before programming, make sure the handset and base unit are not being used. The

handset must be operated near the base unit and while off the base unit or charger.

L You can also programme features using “direct commands”—special codes that take

you directly to the feature you wish to programme and allow you to select the desired setting (page 46).

During programming:

L To exit programming, press {OFF} at any time. L To go to next page, press {NEXT}. L To go back to the top of the menu, press {TOP}. L To go back to the previous menu, press {BACK}, or push the joystick left.

Monochrome display models: KX-TG5871AL and KX-TGA580AL only

Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page

Answering device JMessage playback –63

Message alert –69

Ringer setting

Ring count

Recording time

Remote code

Call screening

Ringer volume –49

Ringer tone –49

–68

–67

–69

Customize ring –50

Ring color –51

Phonebook

––28

Function

Voice enhancer –52

Dial lock

–52

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Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page

Initial setting

Set date & time

Talking CallerID –55

Set area code –55

Room monitor –41

LCD contrast –56

Key tone –56

Auto talk –56

Interrupt tone –56

Set base unit Ringer volume

Ringer tone

Interrupt tone

Room monitor

Talking CallerID

Set tel line Set dial mode

Set recall time

Set line mode

Registration HS registration 59

Deregistration 58

Date and time

Time adjustment

–19

–59

Colour display models: KX-TGA582AL only

Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page

Answering device JMessage playback –63

Message alert –69

Ringer setting

Ring count

Recording time

Remote code

Call screening

Ringer volume –49

Ringer tone –49

–68

–67

–69

Customize ring –50

Ring color –51

Display setting

Wallpaper –54

Appearance –55

LCD contrast –55

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Main menu Sub-menu 1 Sub-menu 2 Page

Function

Initial setting

Set date & time

*1 If you programme these settings using one of the handsets, you will not need to

programme the same item using another handset.

Voice enhancer –52

Dial lock

–52

Memory status –53

Talking CallerID –55

Set area code –55

Room monitor –41

Key tone –56

Auto talk –56

Interrupt tone –56

Set base unit Ringer volume

Ringer tone

Interrupt tone

Room monitor

Talking CallerID

Set tel line Set dial mode

Set recall time

Set line mode

Registration HS registration 59

Deregistration 58

Date and time

Time adjustment

–19

–59

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Programmable Settings

Programming via direct commands

You can also programme features using “direct commands”—special codes that take you directly to the feature you wish to programme and allow you to select the desired setting. There is no need to scroll through the unit’s menus. Details of each feature can be found on the corresponding pages.

Important:

L Before programming, make sure the handset and base unit are not being used. The

handset must be operated near the base unit and while off the base unit or charger.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick), then press {#}.

Enter direct No.

2 Enter the desired feature code (shown below).

3 Enter the desired setting code (shown below).

L This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed.

4 Press {SAVE}.

5 Press {OFF} to exit programming mode.

Note:

L If the handset beeps 3 times, you entered an invalid code. Enter the correct code. L If you make a mistake or enter the wrong code, press {OFF} then start again by

pressing {MENU}.

Direct commands chart

Important:

L The default settings are indicated by *.

Feature Feature code Setting code Page

Date and time {1} {0} {1} Enter date and time.

(Default: 31.12.2005)

Set dial mode {1} {2} {0} See page 77. 77

Set recall time {1} {2} {1}{1}: 700 ms {2}: 600 ms

{3}: 400 ms {4}: 300 ms {5}: 250 ms {6}: 110 ms {7}: 100 ms* {8}: 90 ms

Set line mode {1} {2} {2}{1}: A {2}: B* 57

HS registration {1} {3} {0} Go to step 5 on page 59. 59

Deregistration {1} {3} {1}{3} {3} {5} 58

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Programmable Settings

Feature Feature code Setting code Page

LCD contrast (Handset)

Ringer volume (Handset)

Ringer tone Tone & Melody (Handset)

Ringer tone Customised ring (Handset)

Talking Caller ID (Handset)

Key tone (Handset)

Customise ring (Handset)

Auto talk {2} {0} {0}{1}: On {0}: Off* 56

Interrupt tone (Handset)

Room monitor (Handset)

Ring count {2} {1} {1}{2}: 2 rings {3}: 3 rings

Time adjustment {2} {2} {6}{1}: Caller ID[auto]* {2}: Manual 59

Ring colour {2} {3} {5}{1}: Colour 1* {2}: Colour 2

Dial lock {2} {5} {1} Go to step 4 on page 52. 52

Set area code {2} {5} {5} Go to step 4 on page 55. 55

Voice enhancer {2} {7} {0}{1}: On {0}: Off* 52

Message playback {3} {0} {0} –63

Recording time {3} {0} {5}{1}: 1 minute {2}: 2 minutes

Remote code {3} {0} {6} Enter remote code.

{1} {4} {5} {1}: Level 1 {2}: Level 2

{3}: Level 3* {4}: Level 4 {5}: Level 5 {6}: Level 6

{1} {6} {0}{1}: Low {2}: Medium

{3}: High* {0}: Off

{1} {6} {1} Scroll to “Tone & Melody”, then

press {SELECT}. {1}: Tone 1* {2}: Tone 2 {3}: Tone 3 {4}: Melody 1 {5}: Melody 2 {6}: Melody 3 {7}: Melody 4

{1} {6} {1} Go to step 4 on page 49. 49

{1} {6} {2}{1}: On* {0}: Off 55

{1} {6} {5}{1}: On* {0}: Off 56

{1} {6} {6} See page 50. 50

{2} {0} {1}{1}: On {2}: 2 times* {0}: Off 56

{2} {0} {2}{1}: On {0}: Off* 41

{4}: 4 rings* {5}: 5 rings {6}: 6 rings {7}: 7 rings {0}: Toll saver

{3}: Colour 3 {4}: Multicolour

{3}: 3 minutes* {0}: Greeting only

(Default: 11)

55, 56

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Programmable Settings

Feature Feature code Setting code Page

Call screening {3} {1} {0}{1}: On* {0}: Off 69

Message alert {3} {4} {0}{1}: On {0}: Off* 69

Ringer volume (Base unit)

Ringer tone (Base unit)

Talking Caller ID (Base unit)

Interrupt tone (Base unit)

Room monitor (Base unit)

Direct commands chart (Colour display models: KX-TGA582AL only)

{*} {1} {6} {0}{1}: Low {2}: Medium

{3}: High* {0}: Off

{*} {1} {6} {1}{1}: Tone 1* {2}: Tone 2

{3}: Tone 3 {4}: Melody 1 {5}: Melody 2 {6}: Melody 3 {7}: Melody 4

{*} {1} {6} {2}{1}: On* {0}: Off 58

{*} {2} {0} {1}{1}: On {2}: 2 times* {0}: Off 58

{*} {2} {0} {2}{1}: On {0}: Off* 41

Feature Feature code Setting code Page

Wallpaper {1} {8} {1} Go to step 4 on page 54. 54

Appearance {1} {8} {2}{1}: Colour 1* {2}: Colour 2

{3}: Colour 3 {4}: Colour 4

Memory status {6} {7} {0} Confirm memory status. 53

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Programmable Settings

Ringer settings K

Handset ringer volume

4 levels (high/medium/low/off) are available.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Ringer volume”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired volume. L To turn the ringer off, push the joystick

down repeatedly until “Off ?” is displayed.

5 Press {SAVE}.

Note:

L When the ringer volume is set to off, the

handset will not ring for outside calls. The handset will ring at the low level for intercom calls.

L When the ringer volume is set to off, the

handset will not announce caller names (page 33).

Handset ringer tone

You can change the ringer tone heard when an outside call is received. There are 3 tones, 4 melodies, and 2 songs.

Important:

L You can record songs for the handset

ringer tone from an audio device. See “Recording songs from an audio device for ringer tones” on page 50.

L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL

only): You can download songs (in wave file format) for the handset ringer tone from a PC. For information on using this feature, 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.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Ringer tone”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 To select a tone or melody, scroll to

“Tone & Melody”, then press {SELECT}. OR To select a song, scroll to “Customized ring”, then press

{SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired item. L If the ringer volume has been turned

off, the handset will not ring.

6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L If you select a melody or a song, the

ringer will continue to sound for several seconds if:

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– the caller hangs up before you answer

the call.

– another person answers the call using

another phone connected on the same line.

L The preset song “Demo1” in this product

L The preset song “Demo2” in this product

Recording songs from an audio device for ringer tones (Customise ring)

You can record songs (max. 30 seconds each) from an audio device by connecting the included audio cable. These songs can be assigned as the handset ringer tone (page 49) and the ringer ID (page 34) for phone numbers stored in the phonebook.

Important:

L If a call is received while the audio cable

is connected to the handset, disconnect the audio cable from the handset and answer the call, or you and the caller will not hear each other’s voice.

L If a call is received while a song is being

recorded or played back, recording or playback will stop automatically. If recording, the partially recorded song will be saved. The caller will hear the song being played and you and the caller will not be able to hear each other’s voice until you disconnect the audio cable from the handset.

1 Connect the audio device to the

handset using the included audio cable.

Audio device (such as a stereo component, CD player, or PC)

Headphone output, line level output, etc. Example:

Audio cable

Audio jack

2 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

3 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Customize ring”, then

press {SELECT}.

5 Scroll to “Record”, then press

{SELECT}. L The remaining recording time will be

displayed.

6 Press play on the audio device.

L For better sound quality, increase the

volume on the audio device.

L To adjust the handset speaker

volume, push the joystick up or down repeatedly.

7 Press {REC.} to start recording.

8 To stop recording, press {STOP}.

L To listen to the recording, scroll to

“Playback”, then press {SELECT}.

L To re-record, scroll to “Retry”, press

{SELECT}, then start from step 7.

9 Scroll to “Save”, then press {SELECT}.

10 Enter the desired name (max. 15

characters, page 27).

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11 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

12 Disconnect the audio cable from the

handset.

Note:

L KX-TG5871AL and KX-TGA580AL only:

The total recording time is 90 seconds.

L KX-TGA582AL only:

Recorded songs are stored in the same memory storage space as downloaded pictures. If no pictures are stored in the memory, the total recording time is about 7 minutes. Therefore, depending on the data size of the pictures you downloaded, the total recording time will change. To confirm the handset memory for songs and pictures, see page 53.

Playing back a song

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Customize ring”, then

press {SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Playback”, then press

{SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired song.

6 Press {PLAY}.

L The song will be replayed for 1

minute.

7 Press {STOP}, then press {OFF}.

Erasing a song

While the song is selected or playing, press {ERASE} or {CLEAR}, then press

{YES}.

L If the erased song was assigned to

certain callers (Ringer ID, page 34), the Ringer ID assignment will be cancelled, and the handset ringer tone (page 49) will be used instead of that song.

Changing the name of a song

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Customize ring”, then

press {SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Rename”, then press

{SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired song.

6 Press {RENAME}.

7 Edit the name (max. 15 characters,

page 27).

8 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Ring colour

You can change the ringer indicator colour used when an outside call is received. Select “Color1” (amber), “Color2” (blue), “Color3” (green), or “Multicolor”.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Ring color”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired ringer indicator colour.

Note:

L If the erased song was used for the

handset ringer (page 49), “Tone 1” (default) will be used instead of that song.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

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Function M

Voice enhancer

You can turn the voice enhancer feature on or off.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

4 Enter a 4-digit password.

L This password is required when

turning dial lock off. We recommend writing the password down.

5 Press {SAVE}.

6 Press {YES}.

L “Dial lock on” will be displayed.

2 Scroll to M, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Voice enhancer”, then

press {SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “On” or “Off”. L When turned on, W will be

displayed.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Dial lock

This feature prohibits making outside calls. You can turn dial lock on or off for all units using a handset.

Important: L When dial lock is turned on, only

phone numbers stored in the phonebook as emergency numbers (numbers stored with a # at the beginning of the name) can be dialled using the phonebook (page 26). We recommend storing emergency numbers in the phonebook before using this feature.

L When dial lock is turned on, you cannot

store, edit, or erase items in the phonebook.

7 Press {OFF}.

Note:

L If dial lock is turned on, the handset

displays “Dial lock”. While there are missed calls or new messages, “Dial lock” is not displayed.

To turn dial lock off

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to M, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Dial lock”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Enter the same password that was

entered when dial lock was turned on.

5 Press {SAVE}.

6 Press {YES}.

L “Dial lock off” will be displayed.

7 Press {OFF}.

Note:

L If you forget the password, consult your

nearest Panasonic service centre.

To turn dial lock on

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to M, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Dial lock”, then press

{SELECT}.

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Memory status (Colour display models only)

Important:

L Only the KX-TGA582AL supports this

feature.

You can confirm the amount of handset memory used for your pictures, wallpaper patterns, and songs. A maximum of 126 individual files can be stored in memory (in addition to the preset pictures and songs). Depending on the size of each file, the number of files which can be stored will decrease.

Memory usage

File type Quantity

Wallpaper 1 pattern 1 %

Picture ID 3 patterns 1 %

Song (customised ring)

30 seconds 7 %

Memory used

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to M, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Memory status”, then press

{SELECT}.

Example:

47% of memory used 10 wallpaper patterns stored 6 pictures stored 5 songs stored Total 21 files stored

Used:47% Wallpaper:10 Picture ID:6 Custom ring:5 Total= 21/126

4 Press {OFF}.

Note:

L Data files are retained even if the

handset battery is removed or discharged.

Erasing a picture or song

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Memory status”.

2 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

3 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “1 wallpaper”, “1 picture ID”, or “1 Custom ring”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired item.

L To view the name of picture, press

{LIST}. To return to the picture, press {VIEW}.

5 Press {ERASE}.

L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.

6 Press {YES}.

L To continue erasing additional data,

repeat from step 4.

7 Press {OFF}.

Erasing all pictures or songs

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Memory status”.

2 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

3 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “All wallpapers”, “All picture ID”, or “All Custom ring”, then press {SELECT}.

L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.

4 Press {YES}.

L To continue erasing additional data,

repeat from step 3.

5 Press {OFF}.

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Display setting L (Colour display models only)

Important:

L Only the KX-TGA582AL supports these

features.

Wallpaper

You can select the “wallpaper” pattern shown on the display in standby mode. There are 3 preset patterns. You can also download your original pictures from a PC. 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.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

7 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L The preset patterns “Wallpaper1” and

L The preset pattern “Wallpaper3” in this

L If you have missed calls or new

messages, the selected wallpaper pattern will not be displayed while the handset is off the base unit or charger. The display will indicate that you have missed calls or new messages instead.

Erasing a picture from the “User data”

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to L, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Wallpaper”, then press

{SELECT}.

2 Scroll to L, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Wallpaper”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Set picture”, then press

{SELECT}. L To turn the wallpaper feature off,

select “Turn off”. The display colour will change to the colour you selected for colour (see “Handset display colour” on page 55).

5 To select a preset pattern, scroll to

“Fixed data”, then press {SELECT}. OR To select your original picture, scroll to “User data”, then press {SELECT}.

6 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired pattern.

L To view the picture name, press

{LIST}. To return to the picture, press {VIEW}.

4 Scroll to “Set picture”, then press

{SELECT}.

5 Scroll to “User data”, then press

{SELECT}.

6 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired picture.

7 Press {CLEAR}.

L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.

8 Press {YES}.

L To erase another picture, repeat from

step 6.

9 Press {OFF}.

Note:

L If the erased picture was selected for the

wallpaper, “Wallpaper1” (default) will be used instead of that picture.

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Handset display colour (Appearance)

You can select the desired display colour.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to L, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Appearance”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired colour.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Handset LCD contrast

You can adjust the handset display contrast. There are 6 levels.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to L, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “LCD contrast”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired setting.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Initial setting N

Handset Talking Caller ID

You can turn the Talking Caller ID feature (page 33) on or off for the handset.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Talking CallerID”, then

press {SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “On” or “Off”.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Storing your area code

We recommend storing your area code before using Caller ID (page 32). Calls from the same area will be recorded in the caller list without the area code. You do not have to remove it before calling back the caller or storing in the phonebook.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Set area code”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Enter your area code (max. 8 digits).

L To correct a digit, use the joystick to

move the cursor, then press

{CLEAR}. Enter the correct number.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

To erase your area code

Press and hold {CLEAR} in step 4, press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

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Handset LCD contrast (Monochrome display models only)

Important:

L Only the KX-TG5871AL and KX-

TGA580AL support this feature.

You can adjust the handset display contrast. There are 6 levels.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “LCD contrast”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired setting.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Handset key tone

You can select whether or not key tones are heard when keys are pressed. Includes confirmation tones and error tones.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Key tone”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “On” or “Off”.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Auto talk

When this feature is turned on, you can answer a call by lifting the handset off the base unit or charger without pressing {C}.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

3 Scroll to “Auto talk”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “On” or “Off”.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L If you subscribe to Caller ID service and

want to view the caller’s information on the handset display after lifting up the handset to answer a call, turn off this feature.

Handset interrupt tone

This tone lets you know when you receive a call while you are on an intercom call or monitoring a room. “2”: The tone will sound 2 times. “On”: The tone will sound for as long as the line rings. “Off”: Turns this feature off.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Interrupt tone”, then

press {SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired setting.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Recall time

The recall time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX. You can select: “90ms” (milliseconds), “100ms”, “110ms”, “250ms”, “300ms”, “400ms”, “600ms”, or “700ms”.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Set tel line”, then press

{SELECT}.

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

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4 Scroll to “Set recall time”, then

press {SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired setting.

6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L You can access Telstra’s “EASY CALL”

service by having the recall time set at 100 ms, and then follow Telstra’s “EASY CALL” instructions to operate this service.

L If the unit is connected via a PBX, certain

PBX functions (call transferring, etc.) may not work correctly. Consult your PBX supplier for the correct setting.

Line mode

The line mode is preset to “B” and generally should not be adjusted. If S on the handset is not displayed and the IN USE indicator on the base unit does not light properly when another phone connected to the same line is in use, the line mode selection is incorrect. Set line mode to “A”.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Set tel line”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Set line mode”, then press

{SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired setting.

6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Base unit settings

These features can be set by using the handset.

Base unit ringer volume

You can also adjust the base unit ringer volume from the base unit (page 25).

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Ringer volume”, then press

{SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired volume. L To turn the ringer off, push the joystick

down repeatedly until “Off ?” is displayed.

6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Base unit ringer tone

You can also change the base unit ringer tone from the base unit (page 25).

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Ringer tone”, then press

{SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired setting. L If the ringer volume has been turned

off, the base unit will not ring.

6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

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Base unit interrupt tone

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Interrupt tone”, then

press {SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired setting.

6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Base unit Talking Caller ID

You can turn the Talking Caller ID feature (page 33) on or off for the base unit.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press

{SELECT}.

Cancelling the handset registration

If you no longer need to use the handset or if you want to use the handset with a different base unit of the same model, it is necessary to cancel the handset’s registration from the current base unit.

Important:

L Before cancelling, make sure the base

unit is not being used.

L Have the handset and base unit near

each other when cancelling the handset.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Registration”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “Deregistration”, then

press {SELECT}.

5 Enter {3} {3} {5}.

6 Press {OK}.

L The handset’s extension number (!

to )) will disappear from the display.

L If the handset beeps 3 times, you

entered a wrong code. Enter “335”, then press {OK}.

4 Scroll to “Talking CallerID”, then

press {SELECT}.

5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “On” or “Off”.

6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

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Registering the handset

If you want to use the handset with a different base unit of the same model, register it to that base unit. The handset will be given a new extension number of that base unit.

Important:

L Before registering, make sure the base

unit and the other handsets are not being used.

L Have the handset and base unit near

each other when registering the handset.

L If you have already cancelled the

handset registration at the previous base unit, start from step 5.

1 Handset:

Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Registration”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Scroll to “HS registration”, then

press {SELECT}.

Set date & time O

Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers only)

Using this feature, the unit’s date and time setting will be automatically adjusted when caller information is received. To turn this feature on, select “Caller ID[auto]”. To turn off, select “Manual”.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to O, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Time adjustment”, then

press {SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “Manual” or “Caller ID[auto]”.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L To use this feature, set the date and time

manually first (page 19).

5 Base unit:

Press and hold {INTERCOM} until the CHARGE indicator flashes.

L After the CHARGE indicator starts

flashing, the rest of the procedure must be completed within 1 minute.

6 Handset:

Press {OK} (right soft key), then wait until the handset beeps.

L Registration is complete. L The handset’s new extension number

(! to )) will be displayed.

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Answering System Features

Answering system

The unit contains an answering system which can answer and record calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone. For details about memory capacity, see page 65.

Important:

L Only 1 person can access the answering

system (listen to messages, record a greeting message, etc.) at a time.

L When callers leave messages, the unit

records the day and time of each message. Make sure the date and time have been set (page 19).

L You can select the caller’s recording

time (page 68).

Recording your greeting message

You can record your own greeting message (max. 2 minutes) that will be played when the answering system answers a call. If you do not record a greeting message, a pre-recorded greeting message will be used.

Sample greeting message: “ This is (your name). We are unable to answer the phone right now. Please leave a message after the beep. Thank you.”

{GREETING REC}

{GREETING CHECK}

{STOP}

MIC

1 Press {GREETING REC}.

L The unit announces “To record

greeting, press record again.”

2 Within 10 seconds, press {GREETING

REC} again.

3 After the unit beeps, speak clearly

about 20 cm away from the MIC. L The display will show the elapsed

recording time.

4 To stop recording, press {GREETING

REC} or {STOP}.

Note:

L If the greeting message is less than 1

second long, the unit beeps 6 times and announces, “Your greeting was not recorded. Record your greeting again.”

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To play back the greeting message Press {GREETING CHECK}.

Erasing your greeting message

Press {GREETING CHECK}, and then press {ERASE} while your greeting message is playing.

L If you do not re-record your greeting

message, the unit will use a prerecorded greeting message.

Pre-recorded greeting message

If you do not record a greeting message, one of 2 pre-recorded messages will be played when a call is received depending on the caller’s recording time (page 68).

– When the recording time is set to

“1min”, “2min”, or “3min”: “Hello, we are not available now. Please

leave your name and phone number after the beep. We will return your call.”

– When the recording time is set to

“Greeting only”: “Hello, we are not available now. Please call again. Thank you for your call.”

To play back the pre-recorded greeting, press {GREETING CHECK}.

Turning the answering system on/off

{ANSWER ON}

ANSWER ON indicator

{V}, {^}

Press {ANSWER ON}. L When the answering system is turned

on, the ANSWER ON indicator lights and the unit announces “Answer set” and the day and time.

L When the answering system is turned

off, the ANSWER ON indicator turns off and the unit announces “Answer off”.

Screening your calls

While a caller is leaving a message, you can listen to the call through the base unit’s speaker. To adjust the speaker volume, press {^} or {V} repeatedly. You can answer the call by pressing {SP- PHONE} on the base unit. To answer the call using the handset, press {C} or {s}.

Note:

L To turn the speaker volume off while

screening a call, decrease the speaker volume to “0” by pressing {V}.

L To turn this feature off, see page 69.

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Listening to messages

When new messages have been recorded:

– The MESSAGE indicator on the base

unit will flash.

– The message indicator on the handset

will flash slowly if the message alert feature is turned on (page 69).

The base unit display will show the number of messages (old and new) recorded by the answering system. Example: The total number of recorded messages is 10.

Listening to messages using the base unit

Note:

L The display shows the message number

during playback.

L During playback, the unit will announce

the day and time that each message was recorded. (Voice time/day stamp)

L At the end of the last message, the unit

announces “End of final message”.

L While listening to messages using the

handset, the IN USE indicator on the base unit lights.

To adjust the speaker volume

9 levels (high to off) are available. Press {^} or {V} repeatedly while using the answering system.

Repeating a message

Press {<} while listening to the message.

L If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a

message, the previous message will be played.

MESSAGE indicator

{MESSAGE}

{STOP}

{ERASE}

Press {MESSAGE}. L The unit will announce the number of

new messages and will play back the new messages.

L When you have no new messages, the

unit will announce “No new messages. All message playback”, and will play back all messages.

{V}, {^}, {

}, {>}

Skipping a message

Press {>} to play the next message.

Pausing message playback

Press {STOP}. L To resume playback, press

{MESSAGE}.

L To stop playback completely, press

{STOP} again.

Erasing a specific message

Press {ERASE} while listening to the message you want to erase.

Erasing all messages

1 Press {ERASE} while the base unit is

not being used.

L The unit will announce “To erase all

messages, press ERASE again.”

2 Within 10 seconds, press {ERASE}

again.

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L The unit will announce “No

messages”.

Note:

L Caller information for the erased

messages will remain in the caller list.

Listening to messages using the handset

{OFF}

{MENU}

When new messages have been recorded, “New message” is displayed.

L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL

only): If you have both new messages and missed calls and you selected a wallpaper pattern to be shown on the display (page 54), the handset will not display “New message” while it is on the base unit or charger.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Press {PLAY}.

L The unit will announce the number of

new messages, and will play back the new messages.

L To switch to the receiver and to listen

to the messages with privacy, press {C}. You can switch back to the speaker by pressing {s}.

L When you have no new messages,

the unit will announce “No new

messages. All message playback”, and will play back all messages.

L After the last message is played

back, the unit’s voice guidance starts. Follow the guidance as necessary.

3 Press {OFF} when finished.

Note:

L Adjust the speaker or receiver volume

by pushing the joystick up or down.

L You can also play back messages as

follows: Press {MENU} (centre of joystick), press {SELECT} at J, then press

{SELECT} at “Message playback”.

L At the end of the last message, the unit

announces “End of final message”.

Repeating a message

Push the joystick left while listening to the message.

L If pushed within the first 5 seconds of a

message, the previous message will be played.

Skipping a message

Push the joystick right to play the next message.

Voice guidance

If you do not press any buttons after the last message is played back, the unit’s voice guidance starts. Operate the answering system by following the guidance as necessary. The unit will announce “Press 4 to play

back new messages. Press 5 to play back all messages.”

L You can press buttons for other

playback options (page 64) even if the voice guidance has started.

L If you do not press any button within 10

seconds after the voice guidance, the handset returns to standby mode.

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Answering system commands

You can also operate the answering system by pressing dial keys. To use the following commands, press

{MENU} (centre of joystick), then press {PLAY}.

Key Command

{1} Repeat message (during

playback)

{2} Skip message (during

playback)

{4} Play new messages

{5} Play all messages

{8} Turn answering system on

{9} Stop playback

{0} Turn answering system off

{CLEAR} or {*}{4}

{*}{5} Erase all messages

*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a

message, the previous message will be played.

*2 To resume operation, press a command

key within 15 seconds, or the voice guidance will start.

Erase this message (during playback)

Recording a voice memo

You can use the base unit to leave a voice memo (voice message) for yourself or someone else (max. 3 minutes). Voice memos can be played back later with the same operation used to play back answering system messages.

1 Press {MEMO}.

2 After the unit beeps, speak clearly

about 20 cm away from the MIC. L The display will show the elapsed

recording time.

3 To stop recording, press {MEMO} or

{STOP}.

Note:

L Voice memos are treated as new

messages.

L If your memo message is less than 1

second long, the unit beeps 6 times and announces, “Your message was not recorded. Record your message again.”

L When voice memos are played on the

handset, “MEMO” will be displayed.

Calling back (Caller ID subscribers only)

If Caller ID information was received for the call, you can call the caller back while listening to a message. Press {CALL} during playback.

Note:

L To edit the number before calling back,

press {EDIT} and edit the number (page

36). Press {CALL}, {C}, or {s}.

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Memory capacity

The total recording capacity (including your greeting message, caller messages, and voice memos) is about 16 minutes. A maximum of 64 messages (including a greeting message) can be recorded.

L If message memory becomes full:

– E flashes on the base unit. – the ANSWER ON indicator flashes

rapidly (if the answering system is turned on).

– the unit announces “Memory full”

when operating the answering

system. To record additional messages, erase unnecessary messages.

L If less than 3 minutes of recording time is

available, the unit will announce the remaining recording time when operating the answering system.

L Messages are retained even if a power

failure occurs. All messages are saved until you erase them. (Flash memory

message backup)

L The total recording capacity may be

reduced by the calling party’s background noise.

Note:

L If message memory becomes full, the

unit will automatically switch to the “Greeting only” mode. New messages will not be recorded. If you have recorded your own greeting message, that same greeting message will be announced to callers even though their messages will not be recorded. If you have not recorded your own greeting message, the pre-recorded message used for “Greeting only” mode will be announced to callers (page

61).

Remote operation

Using a touch tone phone, you can call your phone number from outside and access the unit to listen to messages. The unit’s voice guidance will prompt you to press certain dial keys to perform different operations.

Important:

L In order to operate the answering

system remotely, you must first set a remote code (page 67). This code must be entered each time you operate the answering system remotely.

Using the answering system remotely

1 Dial your phone number from a touch

tone phone.

L If the ring count is set to “Toll

saver” (page 68), the number of

rings you hear will indicate whether or not you have new messages.

2 After the greeting message starts, enter

your remote code. L The unit will announce the number of

new messages, and will play back the new messages.

3 After 3 seconds, the voice guidance will

start. Follow the voice guidance as necessary.

4 When finished, hang up.

Note:

L When you press a key, press firmly. L You can hang up at any time. L You can ignore the voice guidance and

control the unit using remote commands.

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Voice guidance

During remote operation, the unit’s voice guidance will prompt you to press {1} to perform a specific operation, or press {2} to listen to more available operations. Operations are presented by voice guidance in the following order:

– Play back all messages – Play back new messages – Record a message – Erase all messages – Record your greeting message

Note:

L If you do not press any dial keys within

10 seconds after a voice guidance prompt, the unit will announce, “Thank you for your call” then disconnect your call.

L If less than 3 minutes of recording time is

available, the unit will announce the remaining recording time after the last message is played back.

L If the unit announces “Memory full”,

erase unnecessary messages.

Remote commands

You can press dial keys to access certain answering system functions without waiting for the voice guidance to prompt you.

Key Remote command

{1} Repeat message (during

playback)

{2} Skip message (during

playback)

{4} Play new messages

{5} Play all messages

{7} Record a greeting message

{9} Stop (recording, playback)

{0} Turn answering system off

{*}{4} Erase this message (during

playback)

{*}{5} Erase all messages

*1 If pushed within the first 5 seconds of a

message, the previous message will be played.

*2 To resume operation, enter a remote

command within 15 seconds, or the voice guidance will start.

Turning on the answering system remotely

If the answering system is off, you can turn it on remotely.

1 Dial your phone number.

2 Let the phone ring 15 times.

L The unit will answer your call with the

greeting message.

L You can hang up, or if you call from a

touch tone phone, you can enter your remote code and begin remote operation (page 65).

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Skipping the greeting message to leave a message

You can leave a message just as any outside caller can. Call your phone number, then press {*} to skip the greeting message and record your message after the beep.

Answering system settings J

Remote code

A remote code must be entered when operating the answering system remotely. This code prevents unauthorised parties from listening to your messages remotely. Store any 2-digit number (00–99).

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Remote code”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Select the desired remote code by

entering a 2-digit number (00–99).

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L To confirm the remote code, repeat

steps 1 to 3. Press {OFF} when finished.

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Ring count

You can change the number of times the phone rings before the unit answers calls. You can select 2 to 7 rings or “Toll saver”. “Toll saver”: The unit answers on the 2nd ring when new messages have been recorded, and on the 4th ring when there are no new messages. If you call your phone from outside to listen to new messages (page 65), you will know that there are no messages when the phone rings for the 3rd time. You can then hang up without being charged for the call.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Ring count”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired setting.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L Usually the unit will announce the

caller’s name after the 2nd ring. If you turn on the answering system, and set the ring count to 2 rings, the unit will not announce the caller’s name. If “Toll saver” is selected, and there is a new message, the unit will not announce the caller’s name.

For Telstra Homeline service subscribers

To receive Voice Mail and use answering system properly, please note the following:

L “Voice Mail” is a service provided by

your Service Provider. You will need to first subscribe or activate this service through your Service Provider. Consult your Service Provider on how to operate this service and how you will be notified that you have messages on your Voice Mail.

To use this service you will be required to leave your answering machine off on your unit. This will allow the Voice Mail to receive any messages. This unit does not have a visual indicator to indicate if there are new messages in your Voice Mail service. Your Service Provider may use a “Stutter” dial tone to indicate that you have Voice Mail left.

L To use the unit’s answering machine

rather than the Voice Mail service provided by your Service Provider, please consult your Service Provider to have it removed or deactivated permanently or temporarily. Alternatively you can leave this service connected and change the “Ring count” to a shorter duration on your unit so your unit’s answering machine can pick up the call prior to the Voice Mail provided by your Service Provider.

Note:

L Provider Voice Mail can capture

messages that can be missed while the customer is on the Internet.

Caller’s recording time

You can change the maximum message recording time allotted to each caller. “1min”, “2min”, or “3min”: Caller messages are limited to 1 minute to 3 minutes. “Greeting only”: The unit plays the greeting message but does not record caller messages.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Recording time” then

press {SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select the desired setting.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

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Message alert

You can select whether or not the message indicator on the handset will flash when new messages have been recorded (page 62).

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Message alert”, then press

{SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “On” or “Off”.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

Note:

L The message indicator will not flash for

new messages while the handset is in use.

L While message alert is on, battery

operating time will be shortened (page

13).

Answering System Features

Turning call screening on/off

While a caller is leaving a message, you can screen the call through the base unit speaker.

1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).

2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.

3 Scroll to “Call screening”, then

press {SELECT}.

4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly

to select “On” or “Off”.

5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.

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Wall mounting

The base unit can be mounted on a wall.

1 Connect the AC adaptor.

Fasten the AC adaptor cord.

2 Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor (1).

Connect the telephone line cord (2).

Hook

To power outlet

1 2

3 Insert the hooks on the wall mounting adaptor into the holes (A) and (B) on the base

unit.

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4 Adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit, then push it in the direction of the arrow until

it clicks into place.

5 Drive the screws (not included) into the wall using the wall mount template (see below).

Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide it down. L Raise the antennas.

Screws

To telephone plug connected to socket

Wall mount template for the base unit

83 mm

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To remove the wall mounting adaptor

While pushing down the release levers (1), remove the adaptor (2).

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Belt clip

You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the included belt clip.

To attach the belt clip

To remove the belt clip

While pressing the top of the clip (1), pull the right edge in the direction of the arrow (2).

Headset (optional)

Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversations. Please use only a Panasonic headset. See page 5 for the compatible headset and ordering information.

To connect an optional headset to the handset

Headset jack

Note:

L Only telecommunications compliance

labelled headsets should be plugged into the headset jack on the handset.

L To switch to the speakerphone, press

{s}. To return to the headset, press {C}.

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Error messages

If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages will be displayed on the handset.

Display message Cause & solution

Busy L The called handset or base unit is in use.

L Privacy mode is on for the call you tried to join (page

22).

L The handset you tried to copy phonebook items to is in

use.

L The handset you are calling is too far from the base unit.

Denied L The room monitor feature is turned off on the

destination handset or base unit and the room cannot be monitored (page 41).

L The called handset is on the base unit. The handset

must be off the base unit to be monitored.

Dial locked L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 52.

Error!! L When you tried to register or deregister the handset, the

handset and the base unit could not link for some reason, such as interference from electrical appliances. Move the handset and the base unit away from the electrical appliances and try again.

L If more than one handset is in use, you may not be able

to register/deregister. Try again later.

L Another handset tried to send phonebook items to you

but there was an error. Have the other handset user resend the items to you (page 29).

L The entered password was wrong in programming dial

lock. Enter the correct password.

Error!! All handsets registered. Maximum is 8.

L 8 handsets have already been registered to the base

unit. To cancel a handset’s registration, see page 58.

L You may have registered one of your handsets to

another base unit without deleting its registration to this base unit. Erase the handset’s registration from the base unit. Base unit: (1) Press and hold {INTERCOM} until the CHARGE indicator flashes, and (2) Press and hold the handset’s extension number {1} to {8} that you do not want for 5 seconds. A long beep sounds, then the handset number is erased.

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Display message Cause & solution

---Incomplete--Tom Jones 0555654321 Phonebook full

(The name/number is an example.)

---Incomplete--Tom Jones 0555654321

(The name/number is an example.)

Invalid L There is no handset registered to the base unit

Invalid. Please register to the base unit

Memory full L There is no space in memory to record new songs.

No items stored L Your phonebook or redial list is empty.

No link to base. Move closer to base, try again.

Not erasable L You cannot erase the preset song.

Phonebook full L There is no space to store new items in the phonebook.

Please lift up and try again.

System is busy. Please try again later.

L When phonebook items were sent to another handset,

the handset’s phonebook memory was full and copying stopped. Press {OFF} to exit. Erase items from another handset’s phonebook (page 28). When phonebook memory is available, you can copy all phonebook items (page 30) or individual items one by one (page 29).

L The destination handset is out of area. L The destination handset user may have pressed {C}

or {s}.

matching the extension number you entered.

L You selected your own extension number. L You cannot rename the preset song.

L The handset you tried to call has not been registered to

the base unit. Register the handset (page 59).

Erase unnecessary songs.

L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL only):

“User data” is empty. You can download your original data for the wallpaper and picture ID from a PC. Refer to the help section of the GIGARANGE USB Utility software for details.

L The handset has lost communication with the base unit.

Move closer to the base unit, and try again.

L Confirm that the base unit’s AC adaptor is plugged in. L Raise the base unit antennas. L The handset’s registration may have been cancelled.

Re-register the handset (page 59).

Erase unnecessary items (page 28).

L A handset button was pressed while the handset was

on the base unit or charger. Lift the handset and press the button again.

L The handset has lost communication with the base unit.

Move closer to the base unit, and try again.

L Other units are in use and the system is busy. Try again

later.

L Another user is listening to messages. Try again later.

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Troubleshooting

General use

Problem Cause & solution

The unit does not work. L Make sure that the battery is installed correctly (page

12).

L Check the connections (page 11). L Fully charge the battery (page 13). L Clean the charge contacts and charge again (page 13). L Unplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the unit.

Reconnect the adaptor and try again.

L The handset has not been registered to the base unit.

L Re-install the battery (page 12) and fully charge it.

The display shows “No

link to base. Move closer to base, try again.” and an alarm

tone sounds.

I cannot hear a dial tone. L Confirm that the telephone line cord is connected (page

The handset displays the incorrect time.

L The handset has lost communication with the base unit.

Move closer to the base unit, and try again.

L Confirm that the base unit’s AC adaptor is plugged in. L Raise the base unit antennas. L The handset’s registration may have been cancelled.

Re-register the handset (page 59).

11).

L Disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect

a known working telephone. If the working telephone operates properly, contact our service personnel to have the unit repaired. If the working telephone does not operate properly, contact your telephone company.

L The handset has lost communication with the base unit

(because the base unit’s AC adaptor is not connected or the handset is out of range). Confirm that the base unit’s AC adaptor is connected and move the handset closer to the base unit.

Programmable settings

Problem Cause & solution

I cannot programme items.

L Programming is not possible while the handset and

base unit are being used.

L Do not pause for over 1 minute while programming. L Move closer to the base unit. L While another user is listening to messages or the

answering system is answering a call, you cannot programme. Try again later.

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Problem Cause & solution

While programming, the handset starts to ring.

I cannot record, download, or erase songs, and “Recharge battery” is displayed. I cannot download or erase pictures, and “Recharge battery” is displayed.

Making/answering calls, Intercom

Problem Cause & solution

Static is heard, sound cuts in and out. Interference from other electrical units.

The handset and base unit do not ring.

I cannot make a call. L If the base unit (including answering system) or another

I cannot redial by pressing {REDIAL}.

L A call is being received. Answer the call and start again

from the beginning after hanging up.

L The battery power is low. Fully charge the battery (page

13) and try again.

L Move the handset and the base unit away from other

electrical appliances.

L Move closer to the base unit. L Raise the base unit antennas. L Turn on the clarity booster feature (page 22). L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with ADSL

service, we recommend connecting a noise filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your ADSL provider for details.

L The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust it (page 25, 49).

handset is in use, you may not be able to make a call. Try again later.

L While listening to messages using the handset, you

cannot make a call. Exit by pressing {OFF}.

L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 52. L If the above remedies do not solve the problem, set the

dialling mode. Press {MENU} {#} {1} {2} {0} {SAVE} {OFF}.

L The unit is not designed to be used with rotary (pulse

dialling) services.

L If the last number dialled was more than 48 digits long,

the number will not be redialled correctly.

L If you press {REDIAL} after you have started dialling,

this button functions as the {PAUSE} button. To redial, do not dial any numbers before pressing {REDIAL}.

L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 52.

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Problem Cause & solution

I cannot have a conversation using the headset.

I cannot page the handset or base unit.

I cannot make a voice announcement.

I cannot turn the clarity booster feature on.

Phonebook

Problem Cause & solution

I cannot store an item in the phonebook.

While storing an item in the phonebook, the handset starts to ring.

Copying stopped with an item displayed.

The display exits the phonebook while searching.

L Make sure that an optional headset is connected

properly (page 73).

L If “SP-phone” is displayed on the handset, press {C}

to switch to the headset.

L Use only the Panasonic KX-TCA88AL headset.

L The called handset is too far from the base unit. L The called unit is in use. Try again later.

L Other handsets are in use. Try again later.

L Another handset is already using this feature. Only one

handset can use this feature.

L If 3 handsets are on a conference call with an outside

party, this feature cannot be used by any of the handsets.

L You cannot store an item in the phonebook while the

handset is in talk, speakerphone or intercom mode, or while listening to messages.

L Do not pause for over 1 minute while storing. L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 52.

L A call is being received. Answer the call and start again

from the beginning after hanging up.

L The destination handset may have lost communication

with the base unit, or the destination handset user may have pressed {C} or {s}. The displayed phonebook item was not copied to the handset. Press {OFF}. Confirm that the destination handset is in standby mode (i.e., not in use) and try again.

L The handset automatically exits after 1 minute of

inactivity.

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Caller ID

Problem Cause & solution

The handset does not display the caller’s phone number.

The handset or base unit does not announce the displayed caller names.

The handset or base unit does not announce the displayed caller’s name correctly.

The display exits the caller list while searching.

The handset display does not indicate that you have new messages or missed calls, even though you do.

L You have not subscribed to Caller ID service. Contact

your telephone company to subscribe.

L If your unit is connected to any additional telephone

equipment such as a Caller ID box or wireless telephone jack, disconnect the unit from the equipment and plug the unit directly into the wall jack.

L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with ADSL

service, we recommend connecting a noise filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your ADSL provider for details.

L Other telephone equipment may be interfering with this

unit. Disconnect the other equipment and try again.

L The caller requested not to send caller information

(page 32).

L If a call is being transferred to you, the caller information

will not be displayed.

L The handset or base unit’s ringer volume is turned off.

Adjust it (page 25, 49).

L The Talking Caller ID feature is turned off. Turn it on

(page 55, 58).

L Caller names will usually be announced after the 2nd

ring.

L The ring count for the answering system is set to “2” or

“Toll saver”. Select a different setting (page 68).

L Name pronunciation may vary. This feature may not

pronounce all names correctly.

L The handset or base unit will announce each letter of

abbreviations, such as “Co.” and “Inc.”.

L Caller ID supports a name of up to 15 letters. If the

caller’s name has more than 15 letters, the name will not be announced correctly.

L The handset automatically exits after 1 minute of

inactivity.

L If the wallpaper feature is turned on, the wallpaper

pattern is displayed when you press {OFF} 2 times. To display “New message” or the number of missed calls again, press {MENU} then {OFF}.

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Answering system

Problem Cause & solution

I cannot listen to messages from a remote location.

E flashes and the ANSWER ON indicator flashes rapidly. No new messages are recorded.

The unit does not record new messages.

I cannot operate the answering system.

During message playback, the unit rings and cancels playback.

The message indicator on the handset flashes slowly.

When you play back messages or turn on the answering system, the base unit and handset announce the day and time incorrectly.

L A touch tone phone is required for remote operation. L Press the remote code correctly and press each key

firmly (page 65).

L The answering system is off. Turn it on (page 66).

L Message memory is full. Erase unnecessary messages

(page 62).

L The answering system is turned off. Turn it on (page 61,

66).

L The recording time is set to “Greeting only”. Select

“1min”, “2min”, or “3min” (page 68).

L Message memory is full. Erase unnecessary messages

(page 62).

L If you subscribe to the Voice Mail service, messages

are recorded by the telephone company not your telephone. Change the unit’s “Ring count” setting so that the unit’s answering system can answer the call before the Voice Mail service or consult your telephone company (page 68).

L Someone is operating the answering system. L If someone is talking on a conference call, you cannot

operate the answering system. Try again later.

L A call is being received. Answer the call and start again

from the beginning after hanging up.

L New messages have been recorded. Listen to the new

messages (page 62) or turn the message alert off (page

69).

L Set the date and time again (page 19).

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Battery recharge

Problem Cause & solution

“Recharge battery” is displayed, 3 flashes or the handset beeps intermittently.

“Charge for 6 HRS” and 4 are displayed and the handset does not work.

I charged the battery fully, but “Recharge battery” is still displayed and/or 3 continues to flash, or “Charge for 6 HRS” and 4 are displayed.

The CHARGE indicator does not go out after the battery has been charged.

The handset display is blank.

L Fully charge the battery (page 13).

L The battery has been discharged. Fully charge the

battery (page 13).

L Clean the charge contacts and charge again (page 13). L The battery may need to be replaced (page 14). If you

install a new battery, fully charge it (page 13).

L This is normal.

L Confirm that the battery is properly installed. L Fully charge the battery (page 13).

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Power failure

Problem Cause & solution

The unit will not function. L This product is not designed to make calls in the event

of a power failure. We recommend connecting a standard telephone to the same telephone line in the event that emergency calls need to be made during a power failure (page 11).

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Instructions to customer

Installation

Attached to this apparatus is an approval label. This label is evidence that it is a “Permitted Attachment” which has been authorised to be connected to your telephone service. Conditions relating to connection and operation of this Permitted Attachment are contained in Telecommunications General By-Law 220 (5). You are authorised to install this Permitted Attachment yourself by plugging it into the line socket of any regular telephone. You may connect it in place of your existing telephone or to any spare telephone socket installed in your premises. To disconnect your existing telephone you must first remove its plug from the line socket. You can then insert the plug of your Permitted Attachment into the socket and use your equipment. If the plug of your existing telephone cannot be readily removed, you will have to remove the screw securing it. To do this proceed as follows:

1. Loosen screw “A” sufficiently to remove the socket cover. (See Fig. 1.)

2. Remove screw “B” and withdraw the plug. (See Fig. 2.)

3. Replace screw “B”. (See Fig. 3.) Ensure that it screws completely into the socket recess. (If the screw is too long, increase the hole depth or replace the screw with one 5 mm shorter.)

4. Replace socket cover and tighten screw “A”. (See Fig. 4.)

SOCKET

SCREW “A”

PLUG

Fig. 1

TELEPHONE CORD

Connect to the PLUG

( )

as shown in Fig. 1.

SCREW “A”

SCREW “B”

Fig. 3

Fig. 2

Fig. 4

SCREW “B”

SOCKET

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If you are satisfied with the operation of your telephone service after plugging in your Permitted Attachment, your installation is completed. You will be unable to connect this Permitted Attachment if your telephone service consists only of a wall phone or an old style telephone which is not connected by means of a modern plug and socket. In such cases a new socket will need to be installed. Should the Permitted Attachment not operate when plugged into a socket, it is either faulty or unsuitable for operation with your telephone service. It should be returned to the store where purchased or an Authorised Service Centre.

Service difficulties

If at any time a fault occurs on your telephone service, carry out the following checks before you call for service:

L Disconnect the Permitted Attachment and try using the service with the normal

telephone.

L If the telephone service then operates satisfactorily, the fault is in your Permitted

Attachment. Leave the Permitted Attachment disconnected and report the fault to its supplier or agent to arrange for repair.

L If when using the telephone the service is still faulty, report the fault to “Service

Difficulties and Faults” for attention. You are required to keep this Permitted Attachment in good working order while it is connected to your telephone service. Its construction or internal circuit must not be modified in any way without permission.

WARNING:

This cordless telephone system does not incorporate provision for secrecy of conversations. Appropriately tuned radio equipment and other cordless telephone systems in close proximity may be used by a third party to monitor and possibly interrupt conversations in progress when this system is on radio operation.

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Specifications

Base unit

Operating environment:

5 °C – 40 °C

Frequency:

5.76 GHz – 5.84 GHz

Dimensions:

Approx. height 96 mm x width 210 mm x depth 157 mm

Mass (Weight):

Approx. 405 g

Power consumption:

Standby: Approx. 2.6 W Maximum: Approx. 5.5 W

L The illustrations in these instructions

may vary slightly from the actual product.

Power supply:

AC adaptor (230–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)

Handset

Operating environment:

5 °C – 40 °C

Frequency:

5.76 GHz – 5.84 GHz

Dimensions:

Approx. height 173 mm x width 48 mm x depth 33 mm

Mass (Weight):

Approx. 168 g

Power supply:

Ni-MH battery (3.6 V, 830 mAh)

Security codes:

1,000,000

Note:

L Design and specifications are subject to

change without notice.

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Index

A Accessories: 5

Accessory handset: 7 Answering calls

Base unit: 25

Handset: 24 Answering system: 60 Appearance: 55 Area code: 55 Audio cable: 50 Auto talk: 24, 56

B Backlit display: 18

Backlit handset keypad: 18 Base unit location: 10 Battery

Charge: 13

Installation: 12

Performance: 13

Replacement: 14

Strength: 13 Belt clip: 73 Booster (Clarity booster): 22

C Caller ID service: 32

Caller list

Calling back: 35

Editing: 36

Erasing: 36

Storing: 36

Viewing: 35 Call screening: 61, 69 Call share: 22, 24 Call waiting Caller ID: 32 Call waiting tone: 32 Chain dial: 29 CID (Caller ID): 35 CONF (Conference): 40 Conference calls: 40 Connections

AC adaptor: 11

Telephone line cord: 11 Controls

Base unit: 15

Handset: 16 Copy phonebook: 29, 30 Customised ring: 49 Customise ring: 50

Index

D Date and time: 19

Deregistration: 58, 74 Dial lock: 52 Display

Base unit: 17 Handset: 17

Display colour: 55

E Emergency numbers: 26

Erasing all messages: 62, 64, 66 Erasing a message: 62, 64, 66 Erasing songs and pictures: 53 Error messages: 74

F Function menu

Direct commands: 46 Table: 43

G GIGARANGE USB Utility: 26, 34, 49,

54 Greeting message: 60

H Handset locator: 37

Headset, optional: 73 Hold: 21, 23

I Intercom

Call: 37 Paging: 37

Interrupt tone

Base unit: 58 Handset: 56

J Joystick: 16 K Key tone: 56 L LCD contrast: 55, 56

Light-up ID: 34 Line mode: 57 Listening to messages

Base unit: 62 Handset: 63 Touch tone phone: 65

M Making calls

Base unit: 23

Handset: 20 MEMO: 64 Memory capacity: 65 Memory status: 53 Message alert: 69 Microphone

Base unit: 23, 60

Handset: 20 Mute: 21, 23

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Index

N Noise: 10 P Pause: 22, 31

Phonebook

Adding: 26 Calling: 27 Copying: 29, 30 Editing: 28 Erasing: 28 Names: 27

Option: 34 Picture ID: 34 Power failure: 11, 81 Privacy feature: 22

R RECALL button: 22, 24

Recall time: 56 Recording time: 68 Redial: 20, 23 Redial list: 21 Registration: 59 Remote code: 67 Remote operation: 65 Ring colour: 51 Ring count: 68 Ringer ID: 34 Ringer off

Base unit: 25, 57

Handset: 24, 49 Ringer tone

Base unit: 25, 57

Handset: 49 Ringer volume

Base unit: 25, 57

Handset: 49 Room monitor: 41

S Safety instructions: 8

Soft keys: 18 Specifications: 84 Speed dialler: 31 SP-phone

Base unit: 23

Handset: 20

T Talking Caller ID

Base unit: 33, 58

Handset: 33, 55 Time adjustment: 59 Toll saver: 68

Troubleshooting

Answering system: 80 Battery recharge: 81 Caller ID: 79 General use: 76 Making/answering calls, Intercom:

Phonebook: 78 Power failure: 81 Programmable settings: 76

V VE (voice enhancer): 21

Voice enhancer: 21, 52 Voice guidance: 63, 66 Voice memo: 64 Voice paging: 38 Volume control

Base unit: 23, 57, 62 Handset receiver: 20 Handset speaker: 20

W Wall mounting: 70

Wallpaper: 54

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Notes

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