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Operating Instructions
Digital Cordless Answering System
Model No. KX-TG9120E
KX-TG9120
KX-TG9140E
KX-TG9150E
This unit is compatible with Caller ID and SMS. To use these
features, you must subscribe to the appropriate service of your
service provider/telephone company.
Charge the batteries for about 7 hours before initial use.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for
future reference.
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Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a new Panasonic digital cordless phone.
For your future reference
Attach or keep original receipt to assist with any repair under warranty.
Serial No. (found on the bottom of the base unit)
Date of purchase
Name and address of dealer
Note:
L This equipment is designed for use on the UK and Republic of Ireland analogue telephone
network.
L In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.
Declaration of Conformity:
L Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. declares that this equipment is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio & Telecommunications
Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive 1999/5/EC.
Declarations of Conformity for the relevant Panasonic products described in this manual
are available for download by visiting:
http://www.doc.panasonic.de
Contact:
Panasonic Services Europe
a Division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Panasonic Testing Centre
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
Trademarks:
L Eatoni and LetterWise are trademarks of Eatoni Ergonomics, Inc.
L Skype, Skypeln, SkypeOut and the S logo are trademarks of Skype Limited.
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Introduction
Product introduction
These operating instructions can be used for the KX-TG9120, KX-TG9140, and KX-TG9150
digital cordless answering systems.
KX-TG9120KX-TG9140KX-TG9150
Cordless camera
(KX-TGA914E)
*1
USB adaptor
(KX-TGA915EX)
*1 Comes pre-registered to the base unit. Refer to the included operating instructions.
Notable differences among KX-TG9120, KX-TG9140, and KX-TG9150
FeatureKX-TG9120KX-TG9140KX-TG9150
Camera monitoring using
the handset
Free internet calls
(between Skype users)
—r—
*1*1
——r
*2*2
*1 Available by purchasing and registering the optional cordless camera (KX-TGA914E,
page 4).
*2 Available by purchasing and registering the optional USB adaptor (KX-TGA915EX,
page 4).
Feature highlights
Camera monitoring using the handset (KX-TGA914E Cordless camera required)
L You can monitor the room where the cordless camera is located when:
– you access the cordless camera using the handset
– the cordless camera pages the handset when it detects sound
– the cordless camera user pages the handset using the call button
Free internet calls using Skype (KX-TGA915EX USB adaptor required)
L You can make free calls over the Internet to anyone in the world who has Skype.
L Skype software is free and works with most computers.
L Skype software is easy to download and use.
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L Unplug this product from power outlets if it
Important information
General
L Use only the AC adaptor included with this
product, noted on page 6.
L Do not connect the AC adaptor to any AC
outlet other than a standard 220–240 V
AC outlet.
L This product is unable to make calls when:
– the portable handset battery(ies) need
recharging or have failed.
– there is a power failure.
– the key lock feature is turned on.
L Do not open the base unit, charger, or
handset other than to replace the
battery(ies).
L This product should not be used near
emergency/intensive care medical
equipment and should not be used by
people with pacemakers.
L Care should be taken that objects do not
fall onto, and liquids are not spilled into,
the unit. Do not subject this product to
excessive smoke, dust, mechanical
vibration or shock.
Environment
L Do not use this product near water.
L This product should be kept away from
heat sources such as radiators, cookers,
etc. It should also not be placed in rooms
where the temperature is less than 5 °C or
greater than 40 °C.
L The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the product and is
easily accessible.
Warning:
L To prevent the risk of electrical shock, do
not expose this product to rain or any
other type of moisture.
Battery caution
L We recommend using the battery(ies)
L Do not mix old and new batteries.
L Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire,
L Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
L Exercise care when handling the
L Charge the battery(ies) in accordance
L Only use the included base unit (or
emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or
makes unusual noise. These conditions
can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm
that smoke has stopped emitting and
contact an authorised service centre.
noted on page 7. Use only rechargeable
battery(ies).
as they may explode. Check with local
waste management codes for special
disposal instructions.
Released electrolyte from the battery(ies)
is corrosive and may cause burns or injury
to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be
toxic if swallowed.
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.
with the information provided in these
operating instructions.
charger) to charge the battery(ies). Do not
tamper with the base unit (or charger).
Failure to follow these instructions may
cause the battery(ies) to swell or explode.
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Information on Disposal for
Users of Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (private
households)
This symbol on the products and/or
accompanying documents means that used
electrical and electronic products should not
be mixed with general household waste. For
proper treatment, recovery and recycling,
please take these products to designated
collection points, where they will be
accepted on a free of charge basis.
Alternatively, in some countries you may be
able to return your products to your local
retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent
new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help
to save valuable resources and prevent any
potential negative effects on human health
and the environment which could otherwise
arise from inappropriate waste handling.
Please contact your local authority for
further details of your nearest designated
collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect
disposal of this waste, in accordance with
national legislation.
For business users in the European
Union
If you wish to discard electrical and
electronic equipment, please contact your
dealer or supplier for further information.
Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European Union
If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of disposal.
Controls
Handset
A
C
D
E
F
G
H
B
A Speaker
B Charge contact
C Display
D Soft keys
E Headset jack/Audio jack
F {C} (Talk)
G Joystick
H {s} (Speakerphone)
I Dial keypad
J {R} (Recall)
K Charge indicator/Ringer indicator/
Message indicator
L Receiver
M {ih} (Off/Power)
N {C/T} (Clear/Mute)
O {INT} (Intercom)
P Microphone
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
9
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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, by pressing down on the centre of
the joystick.
Base unit
DE
B
A
A Charge contact
B Speaker
C {x} (Page)
D {4} (Erase)
E {■} (Stop)
F {s} (Answer on)/Answer on indicator
G {6} (Play)/Message indicator
H Navigator key ({^}/{V}/{8}/{7})
C
G
F
H
Displays
Display icons
Display
icon
wWithin range of a base unit
xHandset is accessing base
kHandset is on an outside
yMissed call
uAnswering system is on
nAnswering system is full.
dAnswering system answers
%An audible call
@Battery strength
eAlarm is on. (page 28)
dVoice enhancer is set to high
xCall privacy mode is on.
TMute is on. (page 18)
Meaning
L When flashing: Handset is
searching for base unit.
(out of range of base unit,
handset is not registered
to base unit, no power on
base unit)
unit. (intercom, paging,
changing base unit settings,
etc.)
call.
*1
(page 37)
(page 45) and/or new
messages have been
recorded. (page 45)
calls with a greeting
message and caller
messages are not recorded.
(page 49)
announcement has been
recorded for this entry.
(page 24)
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Display
Meaning
icon
~Ringer volume is off.
(page 28)
fNight mode is on. (page 30)
hNew SMS message
received
jDisplayed when writing an
SMS message.
mSMS memory is full.
*2
(page 42)
*2
(page 41)
*2
Line or answering system is
being used by another
handset or the base unit.
*1 Caller ID subscribers only
*2 SMS users only
Cordless camera KX-TGA914E users
only
Display
Meaning
icon
8Handset is connected to the
cordless camera.
L When flashing: Cordless
camera is paging the
handset because it
detected sound or its call
button was pressed.
Menu iconMenu/feature
Caller List
SMS (Short Message
Service)
Answer System
Display Setup
*1
Handset Setup
Base Unit Setup
*1 3 (“Ph.Book Setup”) is displayed
instead of M (“Display Setup”) for
USB adaptor KX-TGA915EX users.
Ph.Book Setup
Soft keys
The handset features two soft keys and a
joystick. By pressing a soft key, or by
pressing the centre of the joystick, you can
select the feature or operation indicated by
the soft key icon shown directly above it.
USB adaptor KX-TGA915EX users only
Display
Meaning
icon
DHandset is in IP phone
mode.
L When flashing: An internet
call is being received.
9Missed internet call
Menu icons
When in standby mode, pressing down on
the centre of the joystick reveals the
handset’s main menu. From here you can
access various features and settings.
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Location
Connections
When connecting the AC adaptor to the
base unit, a short beep will be heard. If it is
not heard, check the connections.
Hook
L For maximum distance and noise-free
Battery
installation/replacement
Preparation
operation, place your base unit:
– away from electrical appliances such as
TVs, radios, personal computers or
other phones.
– in a convenient, high and central
location.
(220–240 V, 50 Hz)
To telephone network
Use only the included AC adaptor
and telephone line cord.
Note:
L Never install telephone wiring during a
lightning storm.
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 therefore recommend you
also connect a corded-type telephone
(without AC adaptor) to the same
telephone line using a T-adaptor. Your
Panasonic sales shop can offer you more
information about connection possibilities.
Important:
L Use only the included rechargeable
batteries noted on page 6, 8.
L When replacing batteries, we recommend
using the Panasonic rechargeable
batteries noted on page 7, 8.
L Wipe the battery ends (S, T) with a dry
cloth.
L When installing the batteries, avoid
touching the battery ends (S, T) or the
unit contacts.
1 Press the notch on the handset cover
firmly and slide it in the direction of the
arrow.
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Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance
Battery charge
Place the handset on the base unit for
about 7 hours before initial use.
When charging, “Charging” will be
displayed.
When the batteries are fully charged,
“Charge Completed” will be displayed.
L While charging, the charge indicator on
the handset lights in amber. When the
batteries are fully charged, the charge
indicator lights in green.
Charge
contact
Note:
L It is normal for the handset to feel warm
during charging.
L If you want to use the unit immediately,
charge the batteries for at least 15
minutes.
L Clean the charge contacts of the handset
and base unit with a soft, dry cloth once a
month, otherwise the batteries may not
charge properly. Clean more often if the
unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high
humidity.
Battery strength
Battery iconBattery strength
@High
?Medium
/Low
When flashing: Needs
to be charged.
(included batteries)
Note:
L It is normal for batteries not to reach full
L Actual battery performance depends on a
L Battery operating time may be shortened
L Even after the handset is fully charged,
L The battery strength may not be displayed
Screen saver mode
The backlight will turn off completely
after 1 minute of inactivity if the handset is
not on the base unit.
To use the handset when it is in screen
saver mode, first press {ih} to turn the
display on again.
OperationOperating time
In continuous use15 hours max.
In continuous
standby mode
capacity at the initial charge. Maximum
battery performance is reached after a few
complete cycles of charge/discharge
(use).
combination of how often the handset is in
use and how often it is not in use
(standby).
over time depending on usage conditions
and ambient temperature.
the handset can be left on the base unit
without any ill effect on the batteries.
correctly after you replace the batteries. In
this case, place the handset on the base
unit and charge for at least 7 hours.
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Turning the power on/off
Power on
Press {ih} until a short beep sounds.
Power off
Press {ih} for about 2 seconds.
Symbols used in these
operating instructions
SymbolMeaning
JPress J (centre of joystick).
iProceed to the next operation.
LPress L (centre of joystick).
j
X
I
M
3
m
L
“ ”Select the words in quotations
Select the mentioned handset
menu icon (page 11).
Example: m (handset setup
menu icon)
Select m by pushing the
joystick in any direction.
shown on the display (e.g.,
“Time Settings”) by
pushing the joystick up or
down.
Display language
1 {ih} iJ (centre of joystick)
2 Select m by pushing the joystick in any
direction. i L (centre of joystick)
3 Push the joystick up or down to select
“Display Setup”. i L
4 Push the joystick up or down to select
“Select Language”. i L
5 Push the joystick up or down to select
the desired language.i L i
{ih}
Note:
L If you select a language you cannot read,
press {ih}, press J, select m, press
L, push the joystick down 2 times,
press L, push the joystick down 2
times, press L, select the desired
language, then press L. Press {ih}.
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Date and time
1 J (centre of joystick)
2 Select m by pushing the joystick in any
direction. i L (centre of joystick)
3 Push the joystick up or down to select
“Time Settings”. i L
4 Push the joystick up or down to select
“Set Date & Time”. i L
5 Enter the current day, month, and year.
Example: 17 May, 2006
{1}{7}{0}{5}{0}{6}
6 Enter the current hour and minute.
Example: 3:30 PM
{0}{3}{3}{0}i Press s until
“03:30 PM” is displayed.
7 L i{ih}
Note:
L To correct a digit, use the joystick to move
the cursor to the digit, then make the
correction.
L The date and time may be incorrect after a
power failure. In this case, set the date
and time again.
Time adjustment (Caller ID
subscribers only)
This feature allows the unit to automatically
adjust the date and time each time caller
information is received. To use this feature,
your caller ID service must provide caller
information, including date and time, in FSK
protocol. Consult your service provider/
telephone company for details.
To turn this feature on, select “Caller
ID[Auto]”. To turn this feature off, select
“Manual”.
1 J (centre of joystick) i m i L
2 “Time Settings” iL
3 “Time Adjustment” iL
4 “Caller ID[Auto]” or “Manual” i
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To edit a number in the redial list before
Making calls
1 Lift the handset and dial the phone
number.
L To correct a digit, press {C/T}, then
enter the correct number.
2 {C}
calling it
1 j (right soft key)
2 Push the joystick up or down to select
3 “Edit and Call” iL
4 Use the joystick to move the cursor. i
3 When finished talking, press {ih} or
place the handset on the base unit.
Speakerphone
1 During a conversation, press {s} to turn
on the speakerphone.
L Speak alternately with the caller.
2 When finished talking, press {ih}.
Note:
L For best performance, use the
speakerphone in a quiet environment.
L To switch back to the receiver, press
{C}.
To adjust the receiver or speaker volume
Push the joystick up or down while on a call.
5 {C} / {s} / L
To erase numbers in the redial list
1 j (right soft key)
2 Push the joystick up or down to select
3 “Erase” iL
4 “Yes” iLi{ih}
Redial feature
Previously dialled phone numbers (each 48
digits max.) can be redialled.
To make a call using the redial list
The last 10 phone numbers dialled are
stored in the redial list.
1 j (right soft key)
2 Push the joystick up or down to select
the desired number.
To store a number from the redial list into
the handset phonebook
1 j (right soft key)
2 Push the joystick up or down to select
3 “Add Phonebook” iL
4 “Name” iL
5 Enter a name (16 characters max.;
3 {C} / {s}
L If {s} is pressed and the other party’s
line is engaged, the unit will
automatically redial up to 11 more
times. While the handset is waiting to
redial, the ringer indicator will flash. To
cancel, press {ih}.
6 “<Save>” iLi {ih}
C
Making/Answering Calls
the desired number. i J
Edit the number.
L Place the cursor on the number you
wish to erase, then press {C/T}.
L Place the cursor to the right of where
you want to insert a number, then
press the appropriate dial key.
the desired number. i J
L If you want to erase all numbers in the
list, select “Erase All”, then press
L.
the desired number. i J
page 55). i L
L You can also press g to save the
entry.
L To assign a category to the entry,
continue from step 7, “Adding entries
to the handset phonebook”, page 20.
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Making/Answering Calls
Other features
Voice enhancer
You can change the tone quality of the
receiver while you are on a call.
1 Press J during a call.
2 “Voice Enhancer” iL
3 “High Tone” or “Low Tone” iL
L d is displayed.
Call share
A 2nd handset can join an existing outside
call.
To join the conversation, press {C} / {s}
when the other handset is on an outside call.
Note:
L A 2nd handset cannot join an outside call
that is being recorded (page 19).
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.
The default setting is “Off”.
1 Press J during an outside call.
2 “Privacy” iL
3 “On” or “Off” iL
L When this feature is turned on, x is
displayed.
Note:
L This feature will turn off after you hang up
the call.
Mute
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 {C/T}.
L T is displayed.
L To return to the conversation, press
{C/T} again.
Key lock
The handset can be locked so that no calls
or settings can be made. Incoming calls can
be answered, but all other functions are
disabled while key lock is on.
To turn key lock on, press J (centre of
joystick) for about 2 seconds.
L I is displayed.
L To turn key lock off, press I (centre of
joystick) for about 2 seconds.
Call waiting - {R} button
If a second call is received while in a
conversation with the first caller, a beep tone
will be heard. Press {R} button to switch
between callers.
This service requires a subscription. Consult
your service provider/telephone company
for details.
Note:
L If your unit is connected to a PBX (private
branch exchange), pressing {R} can allow
you to access certain features of your host
PBX such as transferring an extension
call. Consult your PBX dealer for details.
L You can change the recall time (page 35).
Pause button (for PBX/long distance
service users)
A pause is sometimes required when
making calls using a PBX or long distance
service.
Example: If you have to dial {0} before
dialling outside numbers manually, you will
probably need to pause after dialling {0}
until you hear a dial tone.
1 {0} il
2 Dial the phone number. i {C} / {s}
Note:
L A 3 second pause is inserted each time
l is pressed. Press repeatedly to insert
longer pauses.
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Phonebooks
Handset phonebook
The handset phonebook allows you to make
calls without having to dial manually. You
can store up to 3 phone numbers for each
entry and assign each handset phonebook
entry to the desired category.
The total number of entries that can be
stored varies by the number of phone
numbers stored for each entry, as shown
below:
1 name + 1 phone
number
1 name + 2 phone
numbers
1 name + 3 phone
numbers
Adding entries to the handset
phonebook
■ KX-TG9120/KX-TG9140 (no USB
1
adaptor registered):
n (left soft key) i J
■ KX-TG9150 or USB adaptor
registered model:
J (centre of joystick) i 3 i L
i J
2 “New Entry” iL
3 “Name” iL
4 Enter the party’s name (16 characters
max.; page 55). i L
5 “Phone No. 1”iL
L You can store up to 3 phone numbers
for each entry.
6 Enter the party’s phone number (24
digits max.). i L
7 “Category 1” iL
8 Select the desired category. i L
9 “<Save>” iLi{ih}
200 entries
133 entries
100 entries
Categories
Categories can help you find entries in the
handset phonebook quickly and easily.
When adding an entry to the handset
phonebook, you can assign it to the desired
category. You can change the names of
categories assigned for handset phonebook
entries (“Friends”, “Family”, etc.) and then
search for handset phonebook entries by
category. Additional category features are
available for Caller ID subscribers (page
37).
Changing category names
1 ■ KX-TG9120/KX-TG9140 (no USB
adaptor registered):
n (left soft key) i J
■ KX-TG9150 or USB adaptor
registered model:
J (centre of joystick) i 3iL
i J
2 “Category” iL
3 Select the desired category. i L
4 “Category Name” iL
5 Edit the name (10 characters max.;
page 55). i L i {ih}
Finding and calling a handset
phonebook entry
Handset phonebook entries can be
searched for alphabetically, by first
character, by category, or by scrolling
through all handset phonebook entries.
When you have found the desired entry,
press {C}.
L If more than 1 phone number is assigned
to the entry, press {C} / V. i Select
the desired phone number. i {C} /