Panasonic of North America 96NKX TG5438 User Manual
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5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Answering System
Operating Instructions
Model No.
5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Answering System
Model No.
KX-TG5438
with Dual Handsets
KX-TG5439
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must
subscribe to the appropriate service of 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.
For assistance, visit our website: http://www.us.panasonic.com for
customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Your phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 6
For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Preparation
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Battery installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Controls and displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Useful features during a call. . . . . . . . . 18
Voice changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
HOLD button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
MUTE button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Voice enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Clarity booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Call share (KX-TG5439 only) . . . . . 19
PAUSE button (for PBX/long distance
service users). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Flash button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
For Call Waiting service users . . . . . 20
Temporary tone dialing (for rotary/pulse
service users) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Phonebook
Using the phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Adding items to the phonebook . . . 21
Calling someone in the phonebook . 22
Editing items in the phonebook . . . . 22
Erasing items in the phonebook . . . 22
Chain dial feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Copying phonebook items (KX-TG5439
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Copying an item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Copying all items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Caller ID service
Using Caller ID service. . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Ringer ID/color ID feature . . . . . . . . 25
Caller list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Viewing the caller list and calling back
26
Editing a caller’s phone number before
calling back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Storing caller information into the
phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Erasing caller information. . . . . . . . . 28
Intercom Features
Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
For KX-TG5438 users . . . . . . . . . . . 29
For KX-TG5439 users . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Transferring a call (KX-TG5439 only) . . 31
Conference calls (KX-TG5439 only) . . . 31
Programmable Settings
Guide to handset programming . . . . . . 32
Ringer settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Handset ringer volume . . . . . . . . . . 33
Handset ringer tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Handset interrupt tone . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Call options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Voice changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Voice enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Caller ID edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Display options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Handset LCD contrast . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Telephone settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Dialing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Flash time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Line mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Other options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Handset key tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Re-registering the handset . . . . . . . 37
Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Customer support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Programming via direct commands . . . 38
Direct commands chart . . . . . . . . . . 38
Answering System
Features
Answering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Recording your greeting message . . . . 40
Erasing your greeting message . . . 41
2 For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
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Pre-recorded greeting message . . . 41
Turning the answering system on/off . . 41
Screening your calls . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Listening to messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Listening to messages using the base
unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Listening to messages using the
handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Memory capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Remote operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Using the answering system remotely
44
Answering system settings. . . . . . . . . . 46
Remote code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Ring count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Caller’s recording time . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Message alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Useful Information
Wall mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Charger unit (KX-TG5439 only) . . . . 50
Belt clip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Headset (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
General use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Programmable settings . . . . . . . . . . 53
Making/answering call, Intercom . . . 54
Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Answering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Important information about
subscription services . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
FCC and other information . . . . . . . . . . 59
openLCR service for the Caller IQ feature
61
Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Charger unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Table of Contents
For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). 3
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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.
Energy Star:
As an ENERGY STAR
this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
Trademarks:
openLCR and openLCR.com, and the openLCR logo are the trademarks of
openLCR.com, Inc.
®
Participant, Panasonic has determined that
Your phone
KX-TG5438 KX-TG5439
L References in these operating instructions to the “charger” and to the “other handset”
are for KX-TG5439 users only.
4 For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
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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.
Accessory items Order number Quantity
AC adaptor for base unit PQLV1Z KX-TG5438: 1
KX-TG5439: 1
Telephone line cord PQJA10075Z KX-TG5438: 1
KX-TG5439: 1
Wall mounting adaptor PQKL10075Z1 KX-TG5438: 1
KX-TG5439: 1
Battery HHR-P104 KX-TG5438: 1
KX-TG5439: 2
Handset cover PQYNTG5438FR KX-TG5438: 1
KX-TG5439: 2
Belt clip PQKE10389Z1 KX-TG5438: 1
KX-TG5439: 2
Charger unit Charger:
PQLV30031ZB
AC adaptor:
KX-TCA1-G
Additional/replacement accessories
Description Order number
Rechargeable nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
battery
Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88,
HHR-P104
KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92
KX-TG5439: 1
KX-TG5439: 1
For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). 5
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Introduction
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,
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 authorized service center when
service is required. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other risks.
6 For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
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. 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.
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 5760 MHz to
5840 MHz, 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.
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.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to
persons, read and follow these
instructions.
1. Use only the battery(ies) specified.
2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a
fire. They may explode. Check with
local waste management codes for
special disposal instructions.
3. 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.
4. Exercise care in handling batteries in
order not to short the battery(ies) to
conductive materials such as rings,
bracelets, and keys. The battery(ies)
and/or conductor may overheat and
cause burns.
5. 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:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THE BASE
UNIT TO RAIN OR ANY TYPE OF
MOISTURE. ONLY THE HANDSET IS
SHOCK AND SPLASH RESISTANT.
L The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device, ensure that the AC
outlet is located/installed near the unit
and is easily accessible.
Splash-resistant (handset
only)
The handset is designed to be splashresistant.
You can use the handset with wet hands.
For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). 7
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CAUTION:
L Do not immerse in water or leave under
running water.
L Keep the handset away from salt water.
L Avoid exposure to prolonged high
humidity.
L Since water in headset jack may cause
damage, close the headset jack cover
when the optional headset is not in use.
When the optional headset is
connected, do not use the handset with
wet hands.
L If the handset is wet, wipe with a soft dry
cloth.
L The base unit is not designed to be
splash resistant. Do not place the wet
handset on the base unit.
Shock-resistant (handset
only)
The handset is designed to be shockresistant, however, it should not be thrown
or stepped on.
For best performance
Base unit location
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 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.
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 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
(41 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F).
Damp basements should also be
avoided.
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
soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner or
any abrasive powder.
Note:
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.
8 For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
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Connections
Base unit
Preparation
Raise the antennas.
Charger unit (KX-TG5439 only)
Fasten the AC adaptor cord.
Hook
Power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
AC adaptor
Single-line telephone jack (RJ11C)
Telephone line cord
Power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
AC adaptor
Caution:
L The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device, ensure that the AC outlet is
located/installed near the unit and is easily accessible.
Note:
L USE only the included Panasonic AC adaptor(s).
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 the Panasonic
KX-J66 T-adaptor.
For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). 9
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Preparation
If you subscribe to an xDSL service
L Please attach a noise filter (contact your
Internet service providers) 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 25) do not
function properly.
Telephone
line cord
*Noise filter
(For xDSL users)
Battery installation
1 Insert the battery (1), and press it
down until it snaps into the
compartment (2).
2
1
2 Close the handset cover.
3 Fasten the battery cover latch.
10 For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
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Preparation
Battery charge
Place the handset on the base unit or
charger for 6 hours before initial use.
L The unit beeps 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.
Base unit
CHARGE indicator
Charger unit (KX-TG5439 only)
Battery strength
You can confirm the battery strength on the
handset display.
Battery icons 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 or
7 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 6h”
and 8 when you place the handset
on the base unit or charger.
CHARGE
indicator
Note:
L To ensure the battery charges properly,
clean the charge contacts of the
handset, base unit and charger with a
soft, dry cloth once a month. Clean more
often if the unit is subject to grease, dust
or high humidity.
For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). 11
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Battery performance
After your Panasonic battery is fully
charged, you can expect the following
performance:
L Up to 5 hours of talk time.
L Up to 11 days of standby time (off the
base unit or charger but not in use).
L Up to 3 hours of talk time when the
clarity booster feature is turned on (page
19).
Note:
L Battery power is consumed whenever
the handset is off the base unit or
charger, even when the handset is not in
use. The longer you leave the handset
off the base unit or charger, 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
7 flashes. This will maximize the
battery life.
1 Release the battery cover latch and
slide the cover open.
2 Replace the old battery with a new one,
and close the cover (see page 10 for
battery installation).
Attention:
A nickel metal hydride battery that is
recyclable powers the product you have
purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this battery.
Battery replacement
Important:
L Use only the rechargeable Panasonic
battery noted on page 5. If you install a
non-rechargeable battery and start
charging, the battery may leak
electrolyte.
L 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”
– 7 (flashing)
–“Charge for 6h”
– 8
12 For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
LOCATOR
INTERCOM
LOCATOR
INTERCOM
LOCATOR
INTERCOM
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Controls and displays
Controls
Base unit
Preparation
A B C
LOCATOR
/ INTERCOM
LOCATOR
KX-TG5439 KX-TG5438
A {LOCATOR/INTERCOM 1}
B {LOCATOR/INTERCOM 2}
C {LOCATOR/INTERCOM}
D Antenna
E Charge contacts
F CHARGE indicator
G VOL. (Volume) {<} {>}
H {ERASE}
I {GREETING REC} (Recording)
J {GREETING CHECK}
/ INTERCOM
EDFGHIKDJ
LOCATOR
/
INTERCOM
ML P Q RN O
K {ANSWER ON}
ANSWER ON indicator
L Speaker
M {H} (Repeat)
N {G} (Skip)
O MIC (Microphone)
P {STOP}
Q Display
R {MESSAGE}
MESSAGE indicator
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Handset
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A Speaker
B Soft key
C Headset socket
D {C} (TALK)
E Navigator key
F {s} (SP-PHONE)
G {*} (TONE)
H {PAUSE}{REDIAL}
I Antenna
J Ringer/message indicator
K Receiver
L Display
M {MENU}
N {OFF}
O {MUTE} {CLEAR}
P {HOLD} {INTERCOM}
Q Microphone
R Charge contacts
I
J
K
L
M
B
N
O
P
Q
R
Charger unit (KX-TG5439 only)
A
B
A Charge contacts
B CHARGE indicator
Using the navigator key
The handset navigator key can be used to
navigate through menus and to select
items shown on the display, by pressing
{^}, {V}, {<} or {>}.
14 For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
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Display
Base unit display icons
Display
icon
E Flashes when message
E Flashes when the date and
C Base unit is on an intercom
B
C
E Greeting message recording
9@ Answering system is in
H1 Handset number (example:
*1 KX-TG5439 only
Handset display icons
Meaning
memory is full.
time need to be set.
call, or handset is using the
answering system.
When flashing: base unit is
paging or is being paged.
Line is in use.
When flashing: a call is on
hold or answering system is
answering a call.
When flashing rapidly: a call
is being received.
error
greeting only mode (caller
messages will not be
recorded).
handset 1)
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Soft keys
The handset features 2 soft keys. By
pressing a soft key, you can select the
function displayed directly above it.
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.
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K
calls book
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Soft key examples:
Display
function
Action
Rcvd calls Enters caller list
(VX) Turns voice changer on/off
Conf Establishes a conference
call
Backlit display and handset keypad
The handset display and dialing 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 light when a call is being received.
Display
icon
Meaning
J Voice enhancer is on.
5 Battery strength
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Preparation
Setting the date and time
Set the date and time so that the unit will
announce the day and time each message
was recorded by the answering system
(page 40) when you play back messages.
1 Press {MENU}.
2 Scroll to “Date and time” by pressing
{V} or {^}, then press {>} or {Select}.
Note:
L If you make a mistake, press {<}, {>},
{V} or {^} to move the cursor, then make
the correction.
L If a power failure occurs, 7 will flash
to indicate the date and time must be set
again.
To confirm the date and time
Repeat steps 1 and 2. Press {OFF} when
finished.
Date and time
K
Back dB Select
3 Enter the current month, date and year
by selecting 2 digits for each.
Example: June 15, 2005
Press {0}{6} {1}{5} {0}{5}.
Date:12.31.2005
Time:12:00 AM
K
AM/PM Save
4 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}.
Date:06.15.2005
Time:09:30 AM
K
AM/PM Save
5 Select “AM” or “PM” by pressing {AM/
PM}.
Date:06.15.2005
Time:09:30 PM
K
AM/PM Save
6 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. Start
again from step 1.
L
L
L
Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers
L
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 37).
7 Press {OFF}.
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Making calls
Soft keys
{C}
{s}
{*}
{PAUS E}
{REDIAL}
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 “Line in use” is displayed when
someone is talking on the phone.
{OFF}
Navigator key
{MUTE}
{CLEAR}
{HOLD}
Microphone
Making/Answering Calls
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
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, press {V} or {^}
repeatedly.
To dial after confirming the entered
number
1 Enter the phone number.
Example:
L To correct a digit, press {CLEAR},
then enter the correct number.
L If a pause is required when dialing,
press {PAUSE} where needed (page
20).
L To cancel, press {OFF}.
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K
Flash Call
L
To adjust the receiver volume
3 levels (high/medium/low) are available.
While using the receiver, press {V} or {^}
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, talk into
the microphone.
4 When finished talking, press {OFF} or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
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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 dialed
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 dialed are
stored in the redial list.
1 Press {REDIAL}.
L The last number dialed will be
displayed.
2 Press {V} or {^} 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}.
Answering calls
When a call is being received, the ringer/
message indicator flashes rapidly.
1 Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}.
L You can also answer a call by
pressing any button except {V}, {^},
{<}, {>} or {OFF}. (Any key talk
feature)
2 When finished talking, press {OFF} or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Useful features during a
call
Voice changer
This feature allows you to disguise your
voice so that you can avoid being
recognized. Different voice changer types
are available.
Important:
L We recommend selecting the desired
voice changer type beforehand (page
34).
To turn this feature on, press {(VX)} after
pressing {C} or {s}.
L When turned on, “(VX)” will flash on the
display and your voice will be disguised
to the outside party according to the
voice changer type selected.
L You can change the voice changer type
by pressing {<} or {>}.
L To turn this feature off, press {(VX)}
again.
Note:
L This feature will turn off when you hang
up.
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 34.
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.
HOLD button
This feature allows you to put an outside
call on hold.
KX-TG5438:
Press {HOLD} during an outside call.
KX-TG5439:
Press {HOLD} 2 times during an outside
call.
L “Hold” will be displayed.
L To return to the call, press {C} or {s}.
L The other handset user can take the call
by pressing {C} or {s} (KX-TG5439
only).
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Making/Answering Calls
Note:
L “Line on hold” will be displayed on
the other handset (KX-TG5439 only).
L If another phone is connected on the
same line (page 9), 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/message 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}.
Example:
L “<Mute>” will flash on the display.
L To return to the conversation, press
{MUTE}, {C} or {s}.
Talk
00-00-30 <Mute>
becomes difficult to hear, turn this
feature off.
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} during an outside call.
2 Press {2} to select “Booster on” or
“Booster off”.
1=Phonebook
g
2=Booster on
L You can also select “Booster on” or
“Booster off” by pressing {V}, {^}
and {>}.
L While this feature is turned on,
“BOOST” will flash on the display.
Voice enhancer
This feature clarifies the voice of the
person you are talking to, reproducing a
more natural-sounding voice that is easier
to hear and understand.
1 Press {MENU} during an outside call.
2 To turn this feature on or off, press {3}
to select “V.E. on” or “V.E. off”.
L When turned on, “J” 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 35).
L Depending on the condition and quality
of your telephone line, this feature may
emphasize existing line noise. If it
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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
12).
Call share (KX-TG5439 only)
When the other handset is on an outside
call, this feature allows you to join that call.
To join a conversation, press {C} or {s}
when the other handset is on an outside
call.
L “Conference” will be displayed.
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Making/Answering Calls
PAUSE button (for PBX/long
distance service users)
A pause is sometimes required when
making calls using a PBX or long distance
service.
Example: The line access number for PBX
is “9” when making an outside call.
1 Press {9}.
2 Press {PAUSE}, then dial the phone
number.
Example:
9P15556667777
K
Flash Call
L
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.
Flash button
Pressing {Flash} 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.
For Call Waiting service users
To use Call Waiting, you must subscribe to
your telephone company’s Call Waiting
service.
This feature allows you to receive calls
while you are already talking on the phone.
If you receive a call while on the phone,
you will hear a Call Waiting tone.
Press {Flash} to answer the second call.
L The first call is put on hold while you
answer the second call.
L To switch between calls, press {Flash}.
Note:
L Call Waiting cannot be used when you
put a call on hold.
L Please contact your local telephone
company for details and availability of
this service in your area.
Temporary tone dialing (for
rotary/pulse service users)
You can temporarily switch the dialing
mode to tone when you need to access
touch tone services (e.g., answering
services, telephone banking services).
Press {*} (TONE) before entering access
numbers which require tone dialing.
Note:
L To change the flash time, see page 36.
Note:
L The dialing mode will return to pulse
when you hang up.
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Using the 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.
Phonebook
7 Press {Save}.
L To add other items, repeat steps 2 to
7.
8 Press {OFF}.
Note:
L Caller ID subscribers can use ringer ID
and color ID features (page 25).
Adding items to the phonebook
1 Press {Phonebook}.
Rcvd Phone
K
calls book
2 Press {Add}.
L The display shows the number of
items in the phonebook.
Example:
Phonebook
7 items
K
Add Search
3 Enter the name (max. 16 characters).
See the character table for entry (page
21).
Enter name
|
K
Back Next
4 Press {Next}.
5 Enter the phone number (max. 32
digits).
L To enter a pause (page 20), press
{PAUSE}.
Enter phone no.
6 Press {Next}.
L If you want to change the name and
number, press {Edit}, then repeat
from step 3.
Example:
Tom
555-765-4321
K
Edit Save
Character table
The dial keys can be used to enter
characters. To enter a character, press the
appropriate dial key, repeatedly if
L
necessary. To enter another character that
is located on the same dial key, first press
{>} to move the cursor to the next space.
Key Characters
{1} &’ (),–./ 1
{2} abcABC2
L
{3} def DEF3
{4} ghi GHI 4
{5} jklJKL5
{6} mn o MN O6
{7} pqr sPQRS7
L
{8} turTUR8
{9} wxyzWXYZ9
{0} 0Space
{*} @
{#} #
{CLEAR} To delete a digit
Note:
L To enter another character that is
located on the same dial key, press {>}
to move the cursor to the next space.
To edit/correct a mistake
Press {<} or {>} to move the cursor to the
character or number you wish to erase,
L
then press {CLEAR}. Enter the
appropriate character or number.
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