Panasonic kx-tg885sk Operation Manual
Quick Guide
HD Link2Cell Cordless Telephone with
Digital Answering Machine
Model No.
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Please read this document before using the unit and save it for future reference.
For assistance, visit our Web site: http://shop.panasonic.com/support for
customers in the U.S.A.
KX-TG885SK
Please register your product: http://shop.panasonic.com/support
For detailed information about the features of your phone system, refer to the
operating instructions, which is available by visiting the support page for this
product at the address below.
http://shop.panasonic.com/support
Table of Contents
Introduction
Accessory information ..................................3
Graphical symbols for use on equipment and
their descriptions ..........................................4
Important Information
For your safety .............................................5
Important safety instructions ........................6
Other information .........................................7
Specifications ...............................................7
Getting Started
Setting up .....................................................8
Controls ........................................................9
Display icons/Indicators .............................11
Language settings ......................................12
Date and time .............................................12
Recording your greeting message .............12
Link to cell feature ......................................12
Pairing a cellular phone ..............................13
Link to cell settings .....................................13
Making cellular calls using the handset ......14
Making landline calls using the handset .....14
Answering calls using the handset .............14
Making cellular calls using the base unit ....14
Making landline calls using the base unit ...15
Answering calls using the base unit ...........15
Phonebook .................................................15
Answering system for landline ...................16
Listening to messages ...............................16
Copying phonebook from a cellular phone
(phonebook transfer) ..................................16
Using a Bluetooth headset (optional) .........17
Useful Information
Frequently asked questions .......................18
FCC and other information .........................20
Appendix
Customer services .....................................22
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) .......23
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Introduction
Accessory information
Supplied accessories
No. Accessory item/Part number Accessory quantity
A AC adaptor/PNLV226-0X 1
B Telephone line cord/PNJA1186Z 1
C Rechargeable batteries/HHR-4DPA 10
D
Handset cover/PNYNTGFA61BR
E Belt clip/PNKE1098Z1 5
F Charger/PNLC1078ZB 4
*1 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
Note:
R Please read the operating instructions for additional/replacement accessories.
Expanding your phone system
Handset (optional): KX-TGFA61
You can expand your phone system by
registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a
single base unit.
R Optional handsets may be a different color
from that of the supplied handsets.
R To order, please visit http://
shop.panasonic.com/support
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Bluetooth® devices
You can expand your phone system by pairing the following units to a single base unit.
Your Bluetooth cellular phone
(for cellular calls)
Your Bluetooth headset*1: 1 max.
(for a wireless hands-free conversation)
For assistance, please visit http://shop.panasonic.com/support
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: 2 max.
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Introduction
*1 Your cellular phone and headset must be Bluetooth wireless technology compatible. For
more details and the list of compatible cellular phones, please visit our Web site:
http://shop.panasonic.com/bluetooth-phone
Trademarks
R The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.,
and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license.
R iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
R Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
R Gmail and Google Calendar are trademarks of Google Inc.
R Facebook is trademark of Facebook, Inc.
R Twitter is trademark of Twitter Inc.
R Instagram is trademark of Instagram, Inc.
R BlackBerry® is owned by Research In Motion Limited and is registered in the United States
and may be pending or registered in other countries. Panasonic is not endorsed, sponsored,
affiliated with or otherwise authorized by Research In Motion Limited.
R Siri is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
R Google Now is a trademark of Google Inc.
R S Voice is a trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
R All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.
Graphical symbols for use on equipment and their descriptions
Symbol Explanation Symbol Explanation
Alternating current (A.C.) Class P equipment
Direct current (D.C.) “ON” (power)
(equipment in which
protection against electric
shock relies on Double
Insulation or Reinforced
Insulation)
Protective earth “OFF” (power)
Protective bonding earth Stand-by (power)
Functional earth “ON”/“OFF” (power;
For indoor use only Caution, risk of electric
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For your safety
To prevent severe injury and loss of life/
property, read this section carefully before
using the product to ensure proper and safe
operation of your product.
WARNING
Power connection
R Use only the power source marked on the
product.
R Do not overload power outlets and
extension cords. This can result in the risk
of fire or electric shock.
R Completely insert the AC adaptor/power
plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so
may cause electric shock and/or excessive
heat resulting in a fire.
R Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the
AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from
the power outlet, then wiping with a dry
cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an
insulation defect from moisture, etc.
resulting in a fire.
R Unplug the product from power outlets if it
emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes
an unusual noise. These conditions can
cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that
smoke has stopped emitting and contact us
at http://shop.panasonic.com/support
R Unplug from power outlets and never touch
the inside of the product if its casing has
been broken open.
R Never touch the plug with wet hands.
Danger of electric shock exists.
Installation
R To prevent the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not expose the product to rain or
any type of moisture.
R Do not place or use this product near
automatically controlled devices such as
automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio
waves emitted from this product may cause
such devices to malfunction resulting in an
accident.
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Important Information
R Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone
line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or
placed under heavy objects.
Operating safeguards
R Unplug the product from power outlets
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners.
R Do not disassemble the product.
R Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers,
etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or
allow it to become wet at all. This may
cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug
becomes wet, immediately pull it from the
telephone wall jack, and do not use.
Medical
R Consult the manufacturer of any personal
medical devices, such as pacemakers or
hearing aids, to determine if they are
adequately shielded from external RF
(radio frequency) energy. (The product
operates in the frequency range of
1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF
transmission power is 115 mW (max.).)
R Do not use the product in health care
facilities if any regulations posted in the
area instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or
health care facilities may be using
equipment that could be sensitive to
external RF energy.
CAUTION
Installation and location
R Never install telephone wiring during an
electrical storm.
R Never install telephone line jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
R Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
R Use caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
R The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the product and is
easily accessible.
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Important Information
R This product is unable to make calls when:
– the handset batteries need recharging or
have failed.
– there is a power failure.
Battery
R We recommend using the batteries noted in
the operating instructions.
R Do not mix old and new batteries.
R Do not open or mutilate the batteries.
Released electrolyte from the batteries is
corrosive and may cause burns or injury to
the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and
may be harmful if swallowed.
R Exercise care when handling the batteries.
Do not allow conductive materials such as
rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the
batteries, otherwise a short circuit may
cause the batteries and/or the conductive
material to overheat and cause burns.
R Charge the batteries provided with or
identified for use with this product only, in
accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in the operating
instructions.
R Only use a compatible base unit (or
charger) to charge the batteries. Do not
tamper with the base unit (or charger).
Failure to follow these instructions may
cause the batteries to swell or explode.
Attention:
Important safety instructions
When using your product, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons, including the following:
1. Do not use this product near water for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a
cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas
leak in the vicinity of the leak.
4. Use only the power cord and batteries
indicated in the operating instructions. Do
not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may
explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
A nickel metal hydride battery that is
recyclable powers the product you have
purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY
(1-800-822-8837) for information on how to
recycle this battery.
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Compatible with
Hearing Aid T-C oil
TIA-1083
Important Information
Other information
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is
replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
Notice
Compliance with TIA-1083 standard
Telephone handsets identified with this logo
have reduced noise and interference when
used with T-Coil equipped hearing aids and
cochlear implants.
Specifications
R Standard:
DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced Cordless
Telecommunications 6.0)
Bluetooth wireless technology 2.1
R Frequency range:
1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz (DECT)
2.402 GHz to 2.48 GHz (Bluetooth)
R RF transmission power:
115 mW (max.)
R Power source:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
R Power consumption:
Base unit:
Standby: 1.2 W
Maximum: 4.5 W
Charger:
Standby: 0.1 W
Maximum: 1.8 W
R Operating conditions:
0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F), 20 % – 80 %
relative air humidity (dry)
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Getting Started
Setting up
Connections
R If you do not connect the telephone line
cord and use only cellular lines, set the
cellular line only mode to use this unit more
conveniently (page 13).
n Base unit
Connect the AC adaptor to the unit by
pressing the plug firmly.
Fasten the cord by hooking it.
Connect the AC adaptor to the power
outlet.
Connect the telephone line cord to the
unit, then to the single-line telephone jack
(RJ11C) until you hear a click.
A DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is
required if you have a DSL/ADSL service.
Note:
R Use only the supplied Panasonic AC
adaptor PNLV226.
n Charger
Connect the AC adaptor to the power
outlet.
Battery installation
R USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH batteries
AAA (R03) size (1).
R Do NOT use alkaline/manganese/Ni-Cd
batteries.
Confirm correct polarities (
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R Follow the directions on the display to set
up the unit.
Removing the battery
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Getting Started
Note:
R Actual battery performance depends on
usage and ambient environment.
Controls
Handset
Battery charging
Charge for about 7 hours.
R Confirm “Charging” is displayed.
R When the batteries are fully charged,
“Fully charged” is displayed.
Ni-MH battery performance
(supplied batteries)
Operation Operating time
In continuous use
Not in use (standby)
*1 If eco mode is on except when using link
to cell function.
For assistance, please visit http://shop.panasonic.com/support
10 hours max.
5 days max.
*1
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Belt clip holes
Speaker
M N (TALK)
Headset jack
Dial keypad
*: Temporary tone dialing
0: ( ) Ringer off
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