Panasonic PCCUKKX TG4500 Installation guide

Operating Instructions

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Digital Cordless Phone System

Model No.

5.8 GHz Expandable

KX-TG4500

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 cordless handset battery for 7 hours before initial use.

Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference.

For assistance, visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com/phonehelp for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Expanding your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 8

For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

System capabilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Preparation

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Installing the backup battery in the

base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting the base unit handset

and AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connecting the line cords . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting the AC adaptor to the

charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

If you subscribe to a DSL service . . 16 Installing the battery in the

cordless handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Controls and display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using softkeys and navigation keys 22

Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Setting-up the unit before use . . . . . . . 25

Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . 25

Setting the display language . . . . . . 25

Selecting the line mode . . . . . . . . . 26

Selecting the dialing mode . . . . . . . 26

Registering additional cordless

handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Making/Answering Calls

Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Using additional lines during

a conversation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Making an intercom call . . . . . . . . . 36

Answering intercom calls . . . . . . . . 36

Transferring a call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Placing a call on hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Swapping between two external calls . 38

Conference calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Conference with two external calls

using the base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Conference with two external calls

using the cordless handset . . . . . . . 39

Conference with an external call

and cordless handset (using the

base unit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Conference with an external call and base unit or another cordless handset (using a

cordless handset) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Useful features during a call . . . . . . . . . 40

Joining in a conversation . . . . . . . . . 40

Call privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Recording a conversation . . . . . . . . 41

Muting your conversation . . . . . . . . 41

Using the PAUSE key (for PBX

line or long distance calls) . . . . . . . . 42

Using the FLASH key . . . . . . . . . . . 42

For call waiting service users . . . . . 42

Temporary tone dialing . . . . . . . . . . 43

Phonebook

Using the Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Storing names and numbers in the

Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Finding and calling a Phonebook

item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Editing Phonebook items . . . . . . . . 47

Assigning a ringer pattern to a

Phonebook item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Erasing Phonebook items . . . . . . . . 48

Chain dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Caller ID Service

Using caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Viewing and calling back using the

caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Editing a caller’s phone number

before calling back . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Storing caller information in the

Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Erasing caller information . . . . . . . . 52

Voice Mail System

Voice Mail System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Setting the mailbox password . . . . . 53

Listening to messages from the

base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Listening to messages with the

cordless handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Creating and sending messages . . . 59 Transferring a call to a personal

mailbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Checking the remaining recording

time and number of messages . . . . 61

Erasing all messages stored in a

mailbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

User greetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Personal greetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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Turning the cordless handset

answer mode on or off . . . . . . . . . . 64

Remote access. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Remote access

Accessing the voice mail system

remotely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Automated Attendant System

Automated Attendant System. . . . . . . . 68

How the Automated Attendant

System works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Setting the Automated Attendant

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Call transfer status . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Call operator status . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Answering System

Setting the Answering System . . . . . . 73

Turning on the Answering System . 73

Defining the number of rings . . . . . . 73

Selecting the pre-recorded

greeting message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Recording a greeting message . . . . 74

Selecting a greeting message . . . . . 74

Changing a recorded message . . . . 74

Erasing a greeting message . . . . . . 74

Turning off the Answering System . 74

Programmable Settings

Guide to programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Base programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Cordless handset programming . . . 77 Initializing base unit and cordless

handset(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Clearing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Clearing the Caller List . . . . . . . . . 79

Clearing the Phonebook . . . . . . . . . 79

Clearing the redial list . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Erasing messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Ringer settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Selecting the ringer volume . . . . . . 81

Selecting the ringer pattern . . . . . . . 81

Call options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Caller ID edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Setting up ring groups . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Display options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Adjusting the LCD contrast . . . . . . 84

Changing the name of the

cordless handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Telephone settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Selecting the flash time . . . . . . . . . . 85

Line selection for outgoing calls . . . 85

Setting up the telephone line . . . . . . . . 86

Restricting calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Message alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Call screening (monitoring) . . . . . . . 87

Notify alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Automatically deleting messages . . 89 Checking the remaining recording

time and number of messages . . . . 89

Music on hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Turning the music on hold feature

on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Recording music on hold . . . . . . . . . 90

Erasing the current music on hold .90

Other options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Selecting key tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Adjusting the time automatically . . . 91 Re-registering a cordless handset

with the base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Storing speed dial numbers . . . . . . 91

Customer support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Programming with direct commands . . 93

Using direct commands on the

base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Using mailbox direct commands on

the base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Using direct commands on the

cordless handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Useful Information

Wall mounting the charger . . . . . . . . . . 96

Cordless handset rechargeable

battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Backup battery replacement. . . . . . . . . 97

Headset (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Adding another phone . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Display messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Voice messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

General use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Programmable settings . . . . . . . . . 105

Making/answering calls, paging . . 105

Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Recharging the battery

(cordless handset) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Voice mail system/ automated attendant system/

answering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . 110

The base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

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Table of Contents

The cordless handset . . . . . . . . . . 110

Messages and voice mail . . . . . . . 111

Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

FCC and other information . . . . . . . . . 113

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Index

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless phone system.

We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference.

Serial No.

Name and address of dealer

Caller ID and Call Waiting Service, where available, are telephone service provider services. After subscribing to Caller ID, this phone will display a caller’s name and phone number. Call Waiting Caller ID, which displays a second caller’s name and phone number while the user is engaged in another call, requires a subscription to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services (CWID).

1. The serial number can be found on the bottom of the unit.

Date of purchase

Attach your purchase receipt here.

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Accessory information

Included accessories

To order replacement accessories, call 1-800-332-5368. TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277.

No. Accessory items Order number Quantity

1 AC adaptor (for base unit and charger) PQLV256Z 2

2 Base unit handset PQJXF0201Z 1

3 Cordless handset KX-TG4500BR 1

4 Cordless handset battery HHR-P104 1

5 Cordless handset battery cover PQYNTG4500BR 1

6 4-wire telephone line cord PQJA10088Z 2

7 Backup battery HHR-P516 1

8 Audio cable PQJA10165Z 1

9 Charger PQLV30046ZA 1

10 Handset cord PQJA212V 1

11 Belt clip PQKE10377Z5 1

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91011

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Expanding your phone

KX-TG4500 includes one cordless handset and one base unit.

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The system can be expanded by adding up to seven accessory cordless handsets, sold separately.

A maximum of eight cordless handsets can be registered to the base unit.

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The included cordless handset is pre-registered at the factory, and assigned an extension number of 1.

After purchasing accessory cordless handsets, you must register each to the base unit.

The model number of the accessory cordless handset is KX-TGA450. A charger unit is included with each accessory cordless handset. To order accessory cordless handsets, contact your dealer or call 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262) to locate a dealer.

(Please read the accessory cordless handset’s Installation Manual for more information).

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Incorrect reassembly can cause

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 damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this unit near water, for example near a bathtub, wash bowl, or kitchen sink.

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. This equipment should only be connected to a power supply as described 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 or 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 authorized service center when service is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.

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electric shock when the unit is subsequently used.

12. Unplug this unit from power outlets and refer servicing to an authorized service center 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 authorized service center.

E. If the unit has been dropped or

physically damaged.

F. If the unit exhibits a distinct change

in performance.

13. Avoid using telephones during thunderstorms, 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

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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.

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 When installing the base unit and

cordless handset(s), ensure that antennas are not mounted in a position where they may cause injury. Particular care should be taken to ensure that antennas are not placed at eye level.

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 damage 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). This may cause a short circuit and the battery(ies) and/or the conductive material may 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 the Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262).

L The base unit handset and cordless

handset earpieces are magnetised and may retain small ferrous objects.

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 5.8 GHz and the power output level can range from 0.04 to 0.25 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.

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For best performance

Base unit location/noise

The base unit and cordless handset(s) 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 antenna vertically. L If you use the cordless 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 cordless handset near the base unit of another cordless phone, noise may

be heard. Move away from the other base unit and closer to your base unit.

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 it from the power outlet. L The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as heaters and kitchen stoves. It

should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 5 °C (41 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp basements should also be avoided.

L The maximum calling distance may be shortened when the unit is used in the following

places: near obstacles such as hills, concrete walls, tunnels, subways, or near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.

L Operating near appliances operating near 5.8 GHz may cause interference. Move away

from these electrical appliances.

Routine care

L Wipe the outer surface of the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner, or any

abrasive powder.

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System capabilities

The unit can accomodate up to four external telephone lines, which are provided by a telephone service provider, or up to two intercom calls.

The capabilities of the unit can be expanded by registering up to eight cordless handsets at the base unit (page 26).

How many external calls and intercom calls can be conducted at one time?

The unit allows four simultaneous external calls with the base unit and three cordless handsets, or with four cordless handsets1.

Ex. External call

on line1.

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External call on line2.

External call on line3.

Two intercom calls can be conducted on four cordless handsets while the base unit simultaneously makes an external call. For example, two pairs of cordless handsets can be engaged in separate intercom calls while the base unit is engaged in an external call.

Ex.

Intercom call 1 Intercom call 2

External call on line 1, 2, 3, or 4.

External call on line4.

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Up to three external calls can be conducted on cordless handsets or the base unit while a fourth cordless handset simultaneously conducts an intercom call with the base unit or another cordless handset. For example, the base unit and two cordless handsets can be engaged in separate external calls while two other cordless handsets can conduct an intercom call together.

Ex.

External call on line1.

External call on

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line2.

External call on line3.

Intercom call

In the above three cases:

L All other cordless handsets are in the standby mode. L The base unit and cordless handset users can check the mailboxes for messages

(pages 54 and 57).

The number of cordless handsets that can be used simultaneously will vary depending on the availability of external and internal calls, and the usage of mailboxes.

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Preparation

Installation

Installing the backup battery in the base unit

A rechargeable NiMH battery works as emergency power during a power failure. The fully charged backup battery provides the base unit with a minimum of 20 minutes operation. The battery is charged in the base unit while the AC adaptor is connected (page 13). It takes approximately 16 hours to charge fully.

1 Open the battery cover.

2 Install the backup battery in the

battery compartment. Plug in battery connector as shown, and close the battery cover.

BATTERY indicator:

L The BATTERY indicator lights while the

battery is being charged. (This is normal.)

L During a power failure (or if the AC

adaptor is disconnected), the BATTERY indicator shows the battery strength: Blinking slowly: The unit is operating from the battery backup. Blinking fast: The battery is not connected, defective or non-chargeable.

Note:

L The battery cannot be overcharged. L If the backup battery has been discharged, the unit will not work during a power failure.

If required, the unit can be replaced with a standard telephone to restore service during the power outage.

BATTERY indicator

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Connecting the base unit handset and AC adaptor

Preparation

Raise the antenna.

Fasten the AC adaptor cord to prevent accidental disconnection.

Hook

Corded

Handset

Handset Cord

Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

AC Adaptor

PQLV256

L Use only a Panasonic handset with the KX-TG4500. L Use only the included Panasonic AC Adaptor PQLV256 (Order No. PQLV256Z). 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 cell-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.

L The BATTERY indicator lights while the AC adaptor is connected with the backup

battery installed (page 12), this is normal.

L When placing the unit, care should be taken to place it so that the base unit antenna

does not cause a danger. Particular care should be taken to ensure that the antenna is not placed at eye level or in a position that may pose a risk to people’s eyes.

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Preparation

Connecting the line cords

Connect the telephone line cords to the base unit.

To connect two two-line telephone jacks

Two-Line Telephone Jacks (RJ14C)

LINE3 LINE4

LINE1 LINE2

4-Wire

Telephone

Line Cord

LINE 3/4

LINE 1/2

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Preparation

To connect four single-line telephone jacks

For this connection, please purchase two Panasonic T-adaptors KX-J24 and two 2-wire telephone line cords (PQJA10088Z). To order, call the accessories telephone number shown on page 6.

Single-Line Telephone Jacks (RJ11C)

2-Wire Telephone

LINE4

LINE3

Line Cord

T-Adaptor (KX-J24)

4-Wire Telephone Line Cord

LINE 3/4

LINE 1/2

LINE2

LINE1

2-Wire Telephone Line Cord

Connect the telephone line cords to the T-adaptor KX-J24.

T-Adaptor (KX-J24)

2-LINE

LINE 2

PHONE

4-Wire Telephone

Line Cord

2-Wire Telephone Line Cord

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Preparation

Connecting the AC adaptor to the charger

Fasten the AC adaptor cord in the retaining clip to prevent it from being disconnected.

AC Adaptor PQLV256

Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

L Use only the included Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV256 (Order No. PQLV256Z). L The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel

warm during use.)

L The charger can be wall mounted, if required (page 96).

If you subscribe to a DSL service

L Please attach a noise filter (contact your DSL 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 49) do not function properly.

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Preparation

Installing the battery in the cordless handset

1 Insert the battery, and press it down

until it snaps into the compartment.

Note:

L The end of the battery with the metal

terminals should be inserted first and should be at the foot of the cordless handset.

L The flat side of the battery should fit

against the inside of the battery compartment as shown.

2 Close the cover.

Battery charge

Place the cordless handset on the charger and charge for 7 hours before initial use. Make sure that the cordless handset faces forward as shown.

L The CHARGE indicator will light, and

“Charging” is displayed.

L When the battery is fully charged,

“Charge completed” is displayed.

L A discharged battery may charge quickly

and feel warm during the charging process. This is normal.

Charge

contacts

CHARGE indicator

Note:

L To ensure that the battery charges

correctly, clean the charge contacts of the cordless handset and charger monthly with a soft, dry cloth. Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust or high humidity.

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Preparation

Battery strength

You can confirm the battery strength on the cordless handset display.

Battery icon Battery strength

5 Fully charged

6 Medium

7 Low

When flashing: needs to be recharged.

8 Discharged

Recharging the battery

Recharge the battery when: –“Recharge battery” is displayed and

“7” flashes on the cordless handset display.

– the cordless handset beeps every 60

seconds while it is in use.

Note:

L Recharge the cordless handset battery

for more than 15 minutes or the display will continue showing the indication.

L When the battery is about to fail, the

cordless handset will display “Charge for 7 hrs” and 8. The cordless handset will not work unless the battery is charged.

Battery performance

After your Panasonic battery is fully charged, you can expect the following performance:

Operation Operating time

While in use

Up to 15 hours

(talking)

While not in use (standby)

1. The cordless handset is off the charger but not in use.

Up to 8 days

Note:

L Battery power is consumed whenever

the cordless handset is off the charger, even when the cordless handset is not in use. The longer you leave the cordless handset off the charger, the shorter you can actually talk on the cordless handset. Actual battery performance depends on a combination of how often the cordless 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 and “7” flashes. This will maximize the battery life.

L If you want to keep the battery fully

charged at all times, place the cordless handset on the charger when the cordless handset is not in use. The battery cannot be overcharged.

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Controls and display

Controls

Base unit

Preparation

1 2

LINE

INE

VOICE MAIL SYSTE

1 Corded handset 2 LINE 1, 2, 3 and 4, and indicators 3Display 4 {CONF} 5 {HOLD} 6 Antenna 7 {RESET} button 8 {INTERCOM}/{TRANSFER}, ({ALL},

{1} to {8})

9 {SP-PHONE}/{HEADSET} and

indicator

10 {BATTERY} indicator

PAUSE/EDIT

CALL WAIT/FLASH

EXIT/STOP

CLEAR

3 4 5

UTO

D A

TTE

NDA

LINE

CONF

HOLD

TRANSFER

MUTE

ALL

-P

P-P

ANSWER ON

BATTERY

REDIAL

INTERCOM /

ENTER

11 {REDIAL} 12 {PAUSE}/{EDIT} 13 {CALL WAIT}/{FLASH} 14 {TONE} 15 Microphone

VOICE MAIL

789101112131415

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Preparation

UTO

LINE

123

456

789

1 2 3

LINE

TTE

IL S

ICE

MUTE

OLD

IT/STOP

LEA

/ T

ARC

ENTER

ADS

45678

1 {ANSWER ON} 2 {MUTE} 3 F ({VOICE MAIL}) 4 {MENU}

Memory card:

Remove the memory card and use it as a name index for the cordless handset(s).

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5 {ENTER} 6 Navigator key ({<}, {>}, {f}, {g}) 7 {CLEAR} 8 {EXIT}/{STOP}

Cover

Memory Card

1 2 3 4 5 6

1 Charger socket 2 Backup battery cover 3 Line 3/4 jack 4 Line 1/2 jack 5 Headset jack 6 Base handset socket

Preparation

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Preparation

REDIAL

L WA

M / CLEAR

HOLD

TONE

OFF

Cordless handset

16 15 14 13 12 11

SP-PHONE

TALK

TONE

REDIAL

OFF

HOLD

INTERCOM / CLEAR

PAUSE

FLASH

CALL WA

1 Ringer indicator

Message indicator 2 Receiver 3Display 4 {OFF} 5 {HOLD}/{INTERCOM}/{CLEAR} 6 {FLASH}/{CALL WAIT} 7 Microphone 8 Charge contacts 9 {PAUSE}/{REDIAL} 10 {*} (TONE) 11 Joystick and {MENU}/{OK} 12 {s} (SP-PHONE) 13 {C} (TALK) 14 Headset jack 15 LINE keys 16 Softkeys 17 Speaker

Charger

Charge contacts

CHARGE

indicator

CHARGE indicator:

L The CHARGE indicator lights when the

battery is charging.

Note:

L The cordless handset battery requires

charging when the battery indicator on

4 5

the display blinks slowly and the battery low alarm sounds every 60 seconds (page 17).

Using softkeys and navigation keys

6 7

Using the cordless handset’s softkeys

Two softkeys and the joystick are used to

select functions displayed directly above each key. Functions displayed above each key will change depending on the state of use.

1:Handset 1

1 missed call

1:45PM JUL.25

M.box Menu Phb

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Preparation

The cordless handset’s softkeys:

Display function

Add

Back

Action

Adds a new record

Moves to the previous step in a menu process

Call

Change

Calls the current contact

Changes the current greeting

Conf

Edit

End

Erase

M.box

Phb

Mute

Creates a conference call

Edits the current record

Ends recording

Erases the current record

Enters the mailbox

Displays the main menu

Enters the Phonebook

Mutes the conversation during a call

Moves to the next step in a menu process

Option

Aborts the current action

Accepts the current option

Displays the available options

Save

Select

Start

Yes

Saves the current record

Searches the records

Selects the current option

Starts recording

Confirms the current action

Using the cordless handset’s joystick

The cordless handset’s joystick can be used to navigate through menus and select items shown on the display. Use the

{^}, {V}, {f}, {g} keys to move the cursor around the screen, then press the {MENU}/{OK} key in the center to select an item.

The joystick’s up {^} and down {V} keys are also used to scroll through the function menu (page 77), the Caller List (page 50), and the Phonebook (page 44). The up {^} and down {V} keys also increase {^} and decrease {V} the receiver/speaker volumes while in talk mode (page 32).

The {g} key is used to select an item in the displayed menu.

The {f} and {g} keys move the cursor backwards and forwards when inserting a Phonebook item.

The {f} and {g} keys repeat or skip recorded messages.

The {f} key returns you to the previous screen.

Using the base unit’s navigator key

LOUD/

FWDBACK

The {>} and {<} keys increase and decrease the base unit speaker volumes and increase or decrease the volume while in talk mode (page 30). The {>} and {<} keys also scroll up and down through the displayed menu, toggle between number entry and name entry when in Phonebook number entry mode (page 44), and opens the Caller List when pressed in standby mode (page 50).

The {g} key selects an item in the displayed menu.

The {f} and {g} keys move the cursor backwards or forwards when inserting a Phonebook item.

The {f} and {g} keys repeat or skip recorded messages.

The {f} key returns you to a previous screen.

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Preparation

Displays

Base

1. Handset In-Use icon

0:Base

76543

2. Auto Attendant icon

L1 L2 L3 L4

12:00AM JAN. 1

1 The handset in-use icon indicates the

status of the registered cordless handset(s). If a cordless handset is in talk or intercom mode, or listening to messages, the relevant number is displayed.

2 If you turn the automated attendant

system on (page 68), the relevant line icon is displayed.

3 The time and date are displayed on the

last line in standby mode. The display shows the dialed number, call status, programming options, Phonebook items, etc. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, caller information will be displayed (page 49).

Cordless handset

2. Line Status icon

3 Battery icon

1. Voice Mail icon

1:Handset 1

11:05AM FEB.14

M.box

Phb

1 The F flashes if there is at least one

new message in your mailbox (page 57). It is also displayed during message playback.

2 The line status icons function as

follows:

Line Status Meaning

Off

The line is free.

(invisible)

On The line is in use.

Flashing A call is on hold

(page 38). The automated attendant or answering system is responding to a call (pages 68 and 73).

Flashing

A call is being received.

quickly

3 The battery icon indicates the battery

strength (page 18).

4 The cordless handset number (1 to 8) is

displayed in standby mode. The display shows the time and date, dialed number, call status, programming options, and Phonebook items, etc. If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, caller information will also be displayed (page 49).

5 The currently available softkeys are

displayed; this is dependent on the status of the handset. For a full list of softkeys, refer to page 23.

Backlit LCD displays

Both the base unit and cordless handset have a backlit LCD display.

The lighted cordless handset display will stay on for about ten seconds after pressing a key.

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Setting-up the unit before use

Setting the date and time

Base Unit

We recommend that you set the date and time.

Voice Date/Time Stamp: After each message playback, a synthesized voice will announce the date and time that the message was recorded (pages 55 and

57).

Note:

L If a power failure occurs, the date/time

will be retained for at least 20 minutes with the backup battery fully charged (page 12). Re-adjust if the date/time is incorrect.

L For Caller ID service users (page 49)

– If required, the Caller ID information

can reset the clock after the first ring if the adjusted time is incorrect (page 91). However, if the time has not been previously set, the Caller ID information cannot adjust the clock.

– The Caller ID information will

automatically adjust the clock for daylight saving time.

1 While in standby mode, press {MENU}.

Example:

2 Scroll to “Date and time” by pressing

{<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

3 Set the date and time using the keypad

keys ({0} to {9}). Use the {f} or {g} keys to move the cursor to the digit to change, then press the correct number key.

L Enter the time in 12-hour notation. Do

not use military time.

0:Base

3 missed calls

Set date & time

Preparation

4 Press {<} or {>} and hold, to select

“AM” or “PM”.

Example:

Date: 04.28.2006 Time: 02:37 AM

=PM

ENTER=Save

5 Press {ENTER}.

L Confirmation tone is heard.

Setting the display language

Base Unit

You can select either “English” or “Español” as the display language. The default is “English”. You must program the base unit and each cordless handset separately.

Specifying the base unit language

Handset

1 Press {MENU}. 2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

3 Scroll to “Change language” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

4 Press {<} or {>} to select the desired

language.

5 Press {ENTER}.

L Confirmation tone is heard.

Specifying cordless handset language

1 Press {MENU}. 2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by

pressing {V} or {^}, then press .

Select

3 Scroll to “Change language” by

pressing {V} or {^}, then press .

Select

4 Press {V} or {^} to select the desired

language.

5 Press .

Save

L Confirmation tone is heard.

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Preparation

Selecting the line mode

Base Unit

The line mode for all lines is preset to “B” and generally should not be changed. If the line keys on the base unit do not light properly, or the line status icons are not displayed on the cordless handset properly, the line mode selection is incorrect. Set line mode to “A”. Each line has its own setting.

1 Press {MENU}.

2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

3 Scroll to “Set telephone line” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press

{ENTER}.

4 Scroll to “Set line mode” by pressing

{<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

L The current settings are displayed.

5 Press {f} or {g} to select a line.

6 Press {<} or {>} to select the desired

setting.

7 Press {ENTER}.

L Confirmation tone is heard.

Selecting the dialing mode

Base Unit

If your lines have a touch-tone service, set to “Tone”. If rotary or pulse service is used, set to “Pulse”. Select the mode for each line.

The default is “Tone”.

1 Press {MENU}. 2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

3 Scroll to “Set telephone line” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

4 Scroll to “Set dial mode” by pressing

{<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

L The current settings are displayed.

Example:

Dial mode

L1 L2 L3 L4

Tone

Tone Tone Tone

5 Use the {f} or {g} keys to select the

line to be set.

6 Press {<} or {>} to select “Pulse” or

“Tone”.

7 Press {ENTER}.

L Confirmation tone is heard.

Registering additional cordless handsets

The included cordless handset is preregistered at the factory and assigned the handset number 1. Do not try to register handset number 1 which has “1:Handset 1” on the display.

Optional cordless handsets must be registered at the base unit. You can add up to seven additional cordless handsets. Only one cordless handset can be registered at a time. The handset number is used as the extension number.

The model number of the optional cordless handset is KX-TGA450. To order, contact your dealer or call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) to locate a dealer.

Note:

L Ensure that the base unit and cordless

handset are in standby mode.

L Registration must be completed within

one minute.

L The cordless handset cannot be

registered if the base unit is not in registration mode.

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Preparation

Registering

Handset and Base Unit

You can register handsets in two ways, both are described below. The latter way uses direct commands. For a complete list of direct commands refer to pages 93 through 95.

Method 1:

1 From the base unit, press {MENU}. 2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

3 Scroll to “Registration” by pressing

{<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

4 Scroll to “HS registration” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

L The handset registration screen is

displayed.

Press MENU, #, 123 on the handset, then press ENTER on base.

5 Press {ENTER}. 6 From the cordless handset, press

Registration. Press MENU, #, 123 on the base, then press

L The cordless handset attempts to

L After linking to the base unit, the

completion screen is displayed and confirmation tone is heard on both the base unit and registered cordless handset.

L Once successfully linked, “

registered

base unit and the cordless handset. Repeat to register additional cordless handsets.

” is displayed on both the

Handset

L To rename the cordless handset to

something memorable, refer to page 84.

Method 2:

1 From the base unit, press {MENU},

followed by {#}, {1}, {2}, {3}.

Press MENU, #, 123 on the handset, then press ENTER on base.

2 Press {ENTER}. 3 From the handset, press {MENU},

followed by {#}, {1}, {2}, {3}.

Registration. Press MENU, #, 123 on the base, then press

Back

4 Press .

L The cordless handset attempts to

L After linking to the base unit, the

L Once successfully linked, “

L To rename the cordless handset to

completion screen is displayed and confirmation tone is heard on both the base unit and registered cordless handset.

registered

base unit and the cordless handset. Repeat to register additional cordless handsets.

something memorable, refer to page 84.

” is displayed on both the

Handset

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Preparation

De-registering a cordless handset

Base Unit

Note:

L De-registering a cordless handset clears

all data on the base unit for the selected cordless handset (for example, Alert phone number, Alert on/off, greeting messages, etc.).

1 While the base unit is in standby mode,

press {MENU}.

2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

3 Scroll to “Registration” by pressing

{<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

4 Scroll to “Deregistration” by

pressing {<} or {>}, then press {ENTER}.

Example:

L The numbers of the currently registered

cordless handsets are displayed.

L If there are no cordless handsets

registered, an error beep is heard and an error message displayed (page 101).

Deregistering HS No.: 1234----

<> ENTER=Select

5 Press {f} or {g} to move to the

cordless handset to be de-registered.

6 Press {ENTER}. 7 Press {ENTER} again to confirm the

operation.

L The completion screen is displayed and

confirmation tone is heard.

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Making/Answering Calls

Making calls

Four external calls can be handled simultaneously on separate telephone lines by the base unit and three cordless handsets (or by four cordless handsets). Additionally, two intercom calls can be handled simultaneously. The maximum operating number may decrease depending on the state of use.

Using the base unit

Base Unit

When you lift the base unit handset or press {SP-PHONE} to make a call, the unit automatically selects an available line (to change the line selection, see page 85) and you can dial a phone number. To hang up, replace the handset or press {SP-PHONE}.

Note:

L You can also pre-dial the phone number before lifting the base unit handset (page 30). L If the base unit and three cordless handsets or four other cordless handsets are in use,

you may not be able to make a call. In this case “System is busy. Please try again later.” is displayed.

L If the unit detects a problem, an error message is displayed (page 101).

Corded

handset

Line keys and indicators

LINE

INE

VOICE MAIL SYSTE

PAUSE/E

CALL WAIT/FLASH

EXIT/STOP

CLEAR

LINE

BATTERY

REDIAL

DIT

{HOLD}

UTO

D A

TTE

NDANT

LINE

CONF

HOLD

TRANSFER

MUTE

ALL

-P

P-P

ANSWER ON

INTERCOM /

ENTER

VOICE MAIL

{REDIAL}

{EXIT}/{STOP}

{SP-PHONE} and

indicator

Microphone

{CLEAR}

{<}, {>}

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Making/Answering Calls

Holding a handsfree conversation

1 Press {SP-PHONE}.

L The SP-PHONE indicator lights. L An available line is automatically

selected and the line indicator lights (to change the line selection, see page 85).

L You can select a line by pressing an

unlit LINE key, instead of pressing

{SP-PHONE}.

2 Dial the phone number.

L If you misdial, press {SP-PHONE}, and

start again from step 1.

3 When the other party answers, talk into

the microphone.

4 When you finish talking, press

{SP-PHONE} or place the handset on the base unit (if the call was switched to the handset).

L The SP-PHONE indicator light goes

out.

For best performance:

L Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet

room.

L If the other party has difficulty hearing

you, press {<} to decrease the speaker volume.

L You can switch to the handset by lifting it

up. To switch back to the speakerphone, press {SP-PHONE}.

L Press {SP-PHONE} again to switch

back to the handset.

Dialing after confirming the entered number

1 Enter the phone number.

L To correct a digit, press {CLEAR}.

Enter the correct number.

L If a pause is required when dialing,

press {PAUSE} where needed (page 42).

L To delete all digits, press and hold

{CLEAR}.

2 Press {SP-PHONE}.

L You can press a line key instead of

pressing {SP-PHONE}.

L The line number is displayed.

3 When the other party answers, talk into

the handset or microphone.

4 When you have finished speaking,

replace the handset or press

{SP-PHONE}.

Adjusting the base unit handset volume

Three levels (high/medium/low) are available for the handset volume.

Press {<} or {>} repeatedly during a call to increase or decrease the volume.

L Each time you press {<} or {>}, the

volume level will change.

Adjusting the speakerphone volume

Eight volume levels (high to low) are available for the speaker volume.

Press {<} or {>} repeatedly during a call to increase or decrease the volume.

L Each time you press {<} or {>}, the

volume level will change.

Adjusting the volume if you have an optional headset

Refer to “To connect an optional headset to the base unit” on page 98 for details on attaching a headset.

Three volume levels are available. Press {<} or {>}repeatedly during a call

to increase or decrease the volume. L Each time you press {<} or {>} the

volume level will change.

Redialing the last number dialed

1 Lift the base unit handset or press

{SP-PHONE}.

L You can press a line key instead of

{SP-PHONE}.

2 Press {REDIAL}.

L The last dialed phone number from the

base unit is redialed.

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