Panasonic of North America 96NKX THA13, 96NKX-TH102, 96NKX-THA12 User Manual

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This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must

subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider.

Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save

for future reference.

For assistance, visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com for

customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.

Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use.

2.4 GHz Expandable Cordless Phone System

Model No.

KX-TH102-A

Operating Instructions

KX-TH102-M

Model shown is KX-TH102-M.

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Expanding your phone

Y ou can expand the system by adding handsets (monochrome display handsets and color

display handset), wireless camera unit, USB wireless adaptor, and repeater, sold

separately. Using these accessories, you can have a video call, monitor on a room where

the color display handset or wireless camera is located and taking pictures.

Note:

L Up to 8 handsets (KX-THA11/KX-THA12/KX-THA16) and up to 10 other Bluetooth

featured units (KX-THA13/KX-THA14 and a maximum of 5 cellular phones) can be

registered to a single base unit.

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Available accessory handsets

3 accessory handset models are available.

Operations and features of 3 different accessory handsets have certain differences as

indicated in the table below.

*1 USB-support allows you to connect the handset to your PC and send pictures and

songs from your PC to the handset, as well as create and edit phonebook entries using

your PC.

*2 For information on using this feature, refer to the help section of the GIGARANGE USB

Utility software. If you have not installed the GIGARANGE USB Utility software, refer to

the included “Installation Guide for GIGARANGE USB Utility” for details.

Feature KX-THA11 KX-THA12 KX-THA16 Page

Description Available as

accessory

handset only

Same handset

supplied with

KX-TH102-A/

KX-TH102-M

Available as

accessory

handset only

–

Display type Monochrome Color Color –

Display size 1.6 inch 2 inch 3.6 inch –

Control type Joystick Navigator key Navigator key

USB-support

rr r

Picture ID – rr

Picture download feature – rr

Song record feature rr r

Song download feature rr r

Wallpaper – rr

Wallpaper download

feature

– rr

Memory status display – rr

Video call – rr

View monitor – rr

Camera – rr

Cellular feature rrr

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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.T o reduce the risk of electric shock, do

not disassemble this unit. T ake the unit

to an authorized service center when

service is required. Opening or

removing covers may expose you to

dangerous voltages or other risks.

Incorrect reassembly can cause

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.

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 To prevent the electric shock, use only

the included audio cable with the

transformer when connecting the unit to

an audio device.

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.

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 (7262).

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 2.4 GHz to 2.48

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 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 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 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

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 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 The maximum calling distance may be

shortened when the unit is used in the

following places: Near obstacles such as

hills, tunnels, undergrounds, near metal

objects such as wire fences, etc.

L Operating near 2.4 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.

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Connections

Connecting the AC adaptor

Base unit

Note:

L Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV1.

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. Emergency power can be supplied to the unit by connecting a

Panasonic battery back-up power supply noted on page 7.

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

Fasten the AC adaptor cord.

Hook

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Connecting the telephone line cord

T o co nn ect to a 2-line telephone jack

To connect to 2 single-line telephone jacks

LINE1/2 LINE2

GREEN Plug

4-Wire Telephone

Line Cord

with GREEN Plugs

To 2-Line

Telephone Jack

(RJ14C)

LINE1/2 LINE2 L

GREEN

Plug

TRANSPARENT

Plug

LINE 1

LINE 2

To Single-Line

Telephone Jacks

(RJ11C)

4-Wire

Telephone

Line Cord

with GREEN

Plugs

2-Wire Telephone

Line Cord with

TRANSPARENT

Plugs

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If you use the unit as a single-line telephone only

LINE1/2 LINE2

TRANSPARENT Plug

LINE 1

Single-Line

Telephone Jack

(RJ11C)

2-Wire Telephone

Line Cord with

TRANSPARENT

Plugs

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