Panasonic of North America 96NKX TG6531, 96NKX TGA651 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Expandable Digital Cordless Phone

Model No. KX-TG6511

KX-TG6512

KX-TG6513

Expandable Digital Cordless

Answering System

Model No. KX-TG6521

KX-TG6522

KX-TG6523

KX-TG6573

KX-TG6531

KX-TG6532

KX-TG6533

KX-TG6534

KX-TG6541

KX-TG6542

KX-TG6543

KX-TG6544

KX-TG6545

Model shown is KX-TG6511.

Before initial use, see "Getting Started" on page 5.

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.

Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference.

This unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider/telephone company.

For assistance, visit our website:

http://www.panasonic.com/help for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.

Please register your product: http://www.panasonic.com/prodreg

For your safety

To prevent severe injury and loss of life/ property, read this section carefully before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of your product.

WARNING

Power connection

LUse only the power source marked on the product.

LDo not overload power outlets and extension cords. This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

LCompletely insert the AC adaptor/power plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a fire.

LRegularly remove any dust, etc. from the AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from the power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an insulation defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.

LUnplug the product from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped emitting and contact the Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211- PANA (1-800-211-7262).

LUnplug from power outlets and never touch the inside of the product if its casing has been broken open.

LNever touch the plug with wet hands. Danger of electric shock exists.

Installation

LTo prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or any type of moisture.

LDo not place or use this product near automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.

LDo not allow the AC adaptor or telephone line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or placed under heavy objects.

Operating safeguards

LUnplug the product from power outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

L Do not disassemble the product.

LDo not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers, etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or allow it to become wet at all. This may cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug becomes wet, immediately pull it from the telephone wall jack, and do not use.

Medical

LConsult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy. (The product operates in the frequency range of 1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF transmission power is 115 mW (max.).)

LDo not use the product in health care facilities if any regulations posted in the area instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.

CAUTION

Installation and location

LNever install telephone wiring during an electrical storm.

LNever install telephone line jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

LNever touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

LUse caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

LThe AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible.

LThis product is unable to make calls when:

–the handset batteries need recharging or have failed.

–there is a power failure.

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Battery

LWe recommend using the batteries.

USE ONLY rechargeable

Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.

L Do not mix old and new batteries.

LDo not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte from the batteries is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and may be harmful if swallowed.

LExercise care when handling the batteries. Do not allow conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the batteries, otherwise a short circuit may cause the batteries and/or the conductive material to overheat and cause burns.

LCharge the batteries provided with or identified for use with this product only, in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.

LOnly use a compatible base unit (or charger) to charge the batteries. Do not tamper with the base unit (or charger). Failure to follow these instructions may cause the batteries to swell or explode.

Attention:

A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased.

Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822- 8837) for information on how to recycle this battery.

Important safety instructions

When using your product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

1.Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,

kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2.Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

3.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4.Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For best performance

Base unit location/avoiding noise

The base unit and other compatible Panasonic units use radio waves to communicate with each other.

LFor maximum coverage and noise-free communications, place your base unit:

–at a convenient, high, and central location with no obstructions between the handset and base unit in an indoor environment.

–away from electronic appliances such as TVs, radios, personal computers, wireless devices, or other phones.

–facing away from radio frequency transmitters, such as external antennas of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid putting the base unit on a bay window or near a window.)

LCoverage and voice quality depends on the local environmental conditions.

LIf the reception for a base unit location is not satisfactory, move the base unit to another location for better reception.

Environment

LKeep the product away from electrical noise generating devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.

LThe product should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.

LThe product should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

LDo not place heavy objects on top of the product.

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LWhen you leave the product unused for a long period of time, unplug the product from the power outlet.

LThe product 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 0 °C (32 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp basements should also be avoided.

LThe maximum calling distance may be shortened when the product is used in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, underground, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.

LOperating the product near electrical appliances may cause interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.

Routine care

LWipe the outer surface of the product with a soft moist cloth.

LDo not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder.

Other information

CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return

LThis product can store your private/ confidential information. To protect your privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that you erase information such as phonebook or caller list entries from the memory before you dispose of, transfer, or return the product.

Notice

ENERGY STAR

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

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Getting Started

Setting up

Connections

L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV219.

■ Base unit

Press plug firmly.

“Click”

Hook

(120 V AC, 60 Hz)

	“Click”
To single-line
telephone jack	DSL/ADSL filter*
(RJ11C)

Correct Wrong

*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have DSL/ADSL service.

■ Charger

Hooks

(120 V AC, 60 Hz)

Battery installation

LUSE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.

L Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/NiCd batteries.

L Confirm correct polarities (S, T).

Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY

Battery charge

Charge for about 7 hours.

L When the batteries are fully charged, the charge indicator goes off.

Confirm "Charging" is displayed.

Charge indicator

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Getting Started

Note when setting up

Note for connections

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 floormounted 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.

During a power failure

The unit will not work during a power failure. We recommend connecting a corded-type telephone (without AC adaptor) to the same telephone line or to the same telephone line jack using a Panasonic T-adaptor.

Emergency power can be supplied to the unit by connecting a Panasonic battery back-up power supply.

Note for battery installation

L Use the supplied rechargeable batteries. For replacement, we recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries.

LWipe the battery ends (S, T) with a dry cloth.

L Avoid touching the battery ends (S, T) or the unit contacts.

Note for battery charge

L It is normal for the handset to feel warm during charging.

L Clean the charge contacts of the handset, base unit, and charger with a soft and dry cloth once a month. Clean

more often if the unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high humidity.

Battery level

Icon	Battery level

&High

( Medium

) Low

0)4 Needs charging.

0 Empty

Note:

L The batteries need to be charged if the handset beeps while you are engaged in a call or operating the answering system remotely.

Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance (supplied batteries)

Operation	Operating time
In continuous	5 hours max.*1
use
Not in use	11 days max.
(standby)

*1 When the clarity booster feature is turned on: 3 hours max.

Note:

L Actual battery performance depends on a combination of how often the handset is in use and how often it is not in use (standby).

L Even after the handset is fully charged, the handset can be left on the base unit or charger without any ill effect on the batteries.

L The battery level may not be displayed correctly after you replace the batteries. In this case, place the handset on the base unit or charger and let it charge for at least 7 hours.

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