Panasonic Home Communication System Cordless Camera Kx-tha13 Indoor Use Only Operating Instructions

							Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save 
for future reference.
For assistance, visit our website: 
http://www.panasonic.com/phonehelp for customers in the U.S.A. or 
Puerto Rico.This unit is an accessory unit for use with the KX-TH102 base unit. You 
must register this unit with your base unit before it can be used.
Home Communication System
Cordless Camera
Model No. 
KX-THA13
Operating Instructions
Indoor Use Only
PQQX14791WA  DM1105PN3096 
						

							Table of Contents
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Introduction
Feature highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessory information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Expanding your phone system . . . . . . . . 5
Important safety instructions  . . . . . . . . . 8
For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparation
Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Setting up the cordless camera  . . . . . . 12
Handset display items  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Symbols used in these operating 
instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Registering the cordless camera  . . . . . 15
Monitoring using a 
Handset
Video monitor using a handset . . . . . . . 16
Picture gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Before Monitoring using 
your Computer
Installing the MULTI TALK V Camera 
Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Enabling monitoring from a computer  . 21
Registering the cordless camera to your 
computer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Accessing images from the cordless 
camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Monitoring using your 
Computer
Video monitor using your computer . . . 26
Useful Settings while 
Monitoring
Useful settings while monitoring . . . . . . 30
Useful Information
System requirements for your 
computer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Wall mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
FCC and other information . . . . . . . . . . 44
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Index
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 
						

							Introduction
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Feature highlights
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Home Communication System 
Cordless Camera.
Important:
LFor information about other compatible Panasonic units, see page 5.
LIn these operating instructions, the term “handset” is used to refer to the KX-THA11 
Cordless Handset, the KX-THA12 Cordless Video Camera Handset, the KX-THA16 
Cordless Video Camera Station, or the KX-THA17 Cordless Video Camera Handset 
with A/V Output.
Video monitor
Using the cordless camera and handset
You can monitor the room where the cordless camera is located when:
– you access the cordless camera using the handset (page 16).
– the cordless camera pages the handset when it detects motion and/or sound (page 17).
– the cordless camera user pages the handset using the call button (page 19).
LThe cordless camera is compatible for KX-THA12/ KX-THA16/ KX-THA17.
Using the cordless camera and your computer
You can view the room where the cordless camera is located when:
– you access the cordless camera using your computer (page 26).
– the cordless camera notifies your computer with a pop-up message when it detects 
motion and/or sound (page 27).
– the cordless camera user notifies your computer with a pop-up message using the call 
button (page 29).
LTo view the images using your computer, you must first install the MULTI TALK V 
Camera Utility software included with your base unit. Refer to the “Installation Guide for 
MULTI TALK V Software” for installation details. 
						

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Accessory information
Note:
LYou can expand your phone system by registering additional compatible Panasonic 
units (page 5).
Sales and support information
LTo order these accessories, call 1-800-332-5368.
LTTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277. AAC adaptor for cordless 
camera
PQLV203
(Order No. 
PQWE1THA13M)
AWall mounting adaptor 
for cordless camera
(Order No. PQLP10267Z)ACall button for cordless 
camera
(Order No. PQLP10270Z) 
						

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Expanding your phone system
You can expand the phone system by registering the following units to a single base unit: 
max. 18
Note:
LHeadset and cellular phone must have Bluetooth capability and must be compatible to 
the home communication system. For more details and the list of compatible cellular 
phones, please visit: www.panasonic.com/MultiTalkV
Handsets: max. 8Other devices: max. 10
Cordless handset
KX-THA11
(Monochrome display 
type)Cordless camera
KX-THA13: max. 2
(For monitoring)
Cordless video camera 
handset
KX-THA12
(Color display type)USB adaptor
KX-THA14
(For data link)
Cordless video camera 
station
KX-THA16
(Large color display 
type)Other 
Bluetooth
®
compatible 
devices
(Optional)Headset
Cellular 
phone:
max. 5
Cordless video camera 
handset with A/V 
output
KX-THA17
(Color display type with 
audio/video output 
jack) 
						

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Various features using the optional units
Video phone
Video monitor
Cellular connection (Bluetooth compatible)This feature allows you and the 
person you are talking to to see 
each other in real time for an 
outside call using the handsets.
If you have additional units (A,
B), you can also make a video 
call during an intercom call.
AKX-THA12/KX-THA17
BKX-THA16
This feature allows you to 
monitor the room where the 
cordless camera (A) is located 
from the units (B,C).
You can also monitor the room 
between the units (B,C).
AKX-THA13
BKX-THA12/KX-THA17
CKX-THA16
This feature allows you to make 
or answer cellular calls using 
your unit (A,B,C, and the base 
unit), if you have Bluetooth 
compatible cellular phones.
AKX-THA11
BKX-THA12/KX-THA17
CKX-THA16
Your  home
AB
CAB
Your cellular phone
B AC 
						

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Data link feature
Video phone using TVThis feature allows you to access 
the Internet or another computer 
by connecting the units (A,B,
C, and the base unit) with the 
USB cable or a USB adaptor (D)
to your computer.
AKX-THA11
BKX-THA12/KX-THA17
CKX-THA16
DKX-THA14
This feature allows you to use 
your TV to see the other person 
during a video call.
AKX-THA17
ACBD
Your  home
A
TV 
						

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Important safety 
instructions
When using the product, 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. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. After taking away the dust on the lens, 
wipe the lens with a cotton bud.
6. Do not install near any heat sources 
such as radiators, heat registers, 
stoves, or other devices (including 
amplifiers) that produce heat.
7. Protect the AC adaptor cord from being 
walked on or pinched particularly at 
plugs, convenience receptacles, and 
the point where they exit from the unit.
8. Do not touch the unit or the AC adaptor 
during lightning storms.
9. Unplug the unit when unused for long 
periods of time.
10. Refer all servicing to qualified service 
personnel. Servicing is required when 
the unit has been damaged in any way, 
such as the AC adaptor cord or plug is 
damaged, the unit does not operate 
normally, or has been dropped.
SAVE THESE 
INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Installation
LDo not touch the plug with wet hands.
LThe AC adaptor is used as the main 
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC 
outlet is installed near the product and is 
easily accessible.
WARNING:
LTo prevent the risk of fire or electrical 
shock, do not expose the product to rain 
or any type of moisture.
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 
and contact the Panasonic Call Center 
at 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262).
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 2.402 
GHz to 2.48 GHz, and the power output 
is 125 mW (max.).) Do 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. 
						

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For best performance
Location
This unit communicates using radio 
waves.
For maximum distance and noise-free 
operation, we recommend placing the 
product away from electrical appliances.
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.
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 5 °C (41 °F) or greater than 40 °C 
(104 °F). Damp basements should also 
be avoided.
LOperating near 2.4 GHz 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. Do not use 
benzine, thinner, or any abrasive 
powder.
Conditions for using the 
cordless camera
LThe cordless camera is intended for 
indoor use only. Prolonged exposure to 
direct sunlight or halogen light may 
damage CMOS sensor.LUse the cordless camera in a bright 
place such as under daylight or a well-lit 
room.
LDo not use the cordless camera in the 
following places:
– near incandescent lamps.
– near any electrical appliance that 
emits a strong radio signal.
– where the subject of the picture is 
against a light source or in front of a 
mirror.
– in places where temperature varies 
greatly, such as near an air 
conditioner or heater.
– any place exposed to oil or steam 
such as a kitchen.
– where an object such as glass can 
cause temperature change due to 
reflection.
LIn darker environments other than 
daylight or in a well-lit room, the 
smoothness of motion decreases in 
order to keep the appropriate brightness 
and sharpness of images. In such 
environments, the smoothness of 
motion may not increase/decrease 
much even if you change the display 
sharpness settings (page 30).
LWhen using the cordless camera, 
please take into consideration the rights 
of others with regard to privacy.
LWhen you move the cordless camera 
from a cold place to a warm place, wait a 
little while to let the cordless camera 
adapt to the change in environment 
before use. In this case, condensation 
such as the formation of dew may occur, 
resulting in error or malfunction.
Operating conditions for the 
cordless camera
To use the sensor detection feature of the 
cordless camera, you need to change the 
detection mode (page 32). 
						

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Audio detection
The cordless camera features a sensor 
that detects human voices such as a baby 
cry. Sounds other than human voices may 
be difficult to detect. To use this feature, 
confirm that the cordless camera is located 
in a place where it can easily detect 
voices. Once the sensor has detected 
sound, the cordless camera pages the 
handset or notifies your computer with a 
pop-up message.
Motion detection
The cordless camera features a sensor 
that detects motion by sensing 
temperature variations in the room where it 
is placed in. When an object (a person, 
animal, etc.) enters the range of the 
sensor, the sensor can detect the 
temperature variation caused by the 
object. Once the sensor has detected 
motion, the cordless camera pages the 
handset or notifies your computer with a 
pop-up message.
NVertical detection range
AVertical angle: Approx. 20°
BPhotograph angle: Approx. 35°
CDistance: Approx. 5 m (16.4 feet)
NHorizontal detection rangeDHorizontal angle: Approx. 30°
EPhotograph angle: Approx. 46°
FDistance: Approx. 5 m (16.4 feet)
NMotion detection range
Motion across the cordless camera’s 
detection range (A) can be easily 
detected, but motion toward the cordless 
camera (B) is difficult to detect.
Note:
LLocate the cordless camera where the 
objects often pass across the detection 
range.
LDo not install the cordless camera in a 
place where the temperature is high. 
The cordless camera detects objects by 
the difference in temperature between 
the moving objects (such as human) and 
their surroundings. If the cordless 
camera is located where the 
temperature between them is slight, the 
sensor is not responsive to motion even 
within the detecting range.
LThe cordless camera may respond to 
temperature changes caused by air 
movement due to opening/closing doors 
or from outside breezes.
AB
C
D
EF
Cordless
camera
AA
B