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

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“Favor Clarity”: Improves the display 
sharpness but the smoothness of motion 
decreases.
“Standard” (Default): Sets standard 
sharpness level.
“Favor Motion”: Improves the 
smoothness of motion but the image clarity 
decreases.
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Camera Settings].
4Select the desired sharpness, then click 
[Save].
Note:
LYou can also change the sharpness 
temporarily by clicking the desired 
setting on the [Standard Display] page 
of the web browser.
Adjusting the display brightness
KX-THA12/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Brightness”i{SELECT}
3Press {>} to improve the brightness. 
Press {} to improve the brightness. 
Press {
						

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Cordless camera settings
YpZ
Select the cordless camera you want to 
change the settings while monitoring.
Changing the cordless camera name
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Device name”i{SELECT}
4Enter the desired device name (max.10 
characters). (Default: “Camera”)i
{SAVE}i{OFF}
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Camera Settings].
4Enter the desired device name (max. 10 
characters) (Default: “Camera”), then 
click[Save].
Setting the cordless camera detection 
mode
This setting determines when the cordless 
camera notifies the handset and/or your 
computer.
–“Motion & Audio”: The cordless 
camera detects motion and sound.
–“Motion only”: The cordless camera 
detects motion only.
–“Audio only”: The cordless camera 
detects sound only.
–“Call button” (Default): The cordless 
camera notifies the handset and/or your 
computer when its {Call button} is 
pressed.
–“Off”: Turn this feature off.
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Sensor options”i{SELECT}
4“Select sensor”i{SELECT}
5Select the desired setting. (Default: 
“Call button”)i{SAVE}i
{OFF}
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Sensor Options].
4Select the desired setting for “Select
Sensor” (Default: “Call Button 
Only”), then click [Save].
Handset
Your computer
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Selecting the motion detection 
sensitivity
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Sensor options”i{SELECT}
4“Sensitivity”i{SELECT}
5“Motion detect.”i{SELECT}
6Select the desired setting. (Default: 
“Normal”)i{SAVE}i{OFF}
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Sensor Options].
4Select the desired setting for “Motion
Sensor Sensitivity” (Default: 
“Normal”), then click [Save].
Adjusting the audio detection 
sensitivity
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Sensor options”i{SELECT}
4“Sensitivity”i{SELECT}
5“Audio detect.”i{SELECT}
6Select the desired setting. (Default: 
“Normal”)i{SAVE}i{OFF}
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Sensor Options].
4Select the desired setting for “Audio 
Sensor Sensitivity” (Default: 
“Normal”), then click [Save].
Selecting the method of saving the 
cordless camera images
This setting determines what happens 
when the cordless camera’s memory 
becomes full.
–“Overwrite image” (Default): The 
cordless camera replaces the oldest 
image with a new image in its memory.
–“No overwrite”: New images are not 
saved.
LAfter saving the desired images into 
your handset or your computer, you can 
erase all other images (page 18, 28).
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Sensor options”i{SELECT}
4“Memory full”i{SELECT}
5Select the desired setting. (Default: 
“Overwrite image”)i{SAVE}
i{OFF}
Handset
Your computer
Handset
Your computer
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1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Sensor Options].
4Select the desired setting for “Memory
Full” (Default: “Overwrite Image”),
then click [Save].
Adjusting the cordless camera speaker 
volume
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Speaker volume”i{SELECT}
4Select the desired volume. (Default: 
“6”)i{SAVE}i{OFF}
Selecting the cordless camera tone
You can select the camera tone that is 
heard from the cordless camera:
– when the cordless camera detects 
motion and/or sound.
– when {Call button} of the cordless 
camera is pressed.
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Camera tone”i{SELECT}
4Select the desired setting. (Default: 
“Tone 1”)i{SAVE}i{OFF}
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Sensor Options].
4Select the desired setting for “Tone 
Pattern” (Default: “Tone 1”), then 
click[Save].
Note for handset and computer:
LWhen customizing the camera tone, the 
selected tone sounds from the cordless 
camera.
Adjusting the cordless camera tone 
volume
You can select the camera tone volume of 
the cordless camera:
– when the cordless camera detects 
motion and/or sound.
– when {Call button} of the cordless 
camera is pressed.
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Tone volume”i{SELECT}
4Select the desired volume. (Default: 
“2”)i{SAVE}i{OFF}
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Sensor Options].
4Select the desired setting for “Volume”
(Default: “Medium”), then click [Save].
Your computer
Handset
Handset
Your computer
Handset
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Setting the cordless camera indicator
You can change the cordless camera 
indicator setting.
For the status and meaning of the cordless 
camera indicator, see page 11.
–“Always on” (Default): The indicator 
lights at all times.
–“During access”: The indicator turns 
on when the cordless camera is 
accessing the handset and/or your 
computer.
–“Always off”: The indicator is turned 
off.
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Indicator”i{SELECT}
4Select the desired setting. (Default: 
“Always on”)i{SAVE}i{OFF}
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Indicator Control].
4Select the desired setting for 
“Indicator Control” (Default: 
“Always On”), then click [Save].
Resetting the cordless camera settings 
to their default settings
KX-THA12/KX-THA16/KX-THA17:
1Start monitoring (page 16). i
{MENU}
2“Camera setting”i{SELECT}
3“Reset camera”i{SELECT}
4{3}{3}{5}i{OK}i{OFF}
Note:
LThe cordless camera settings other than 
sharpness and brightness settings are 
reset to their default settings.
LStored images are retained even if the 
cordless camera is reset.
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Reset].
4Click[Reset Camera].
Note:
LThe settings for [Camera Settings],
[Sensor Options], and [Indicator 
Control] are reset to their default 
settings.
LStored images are retained even if the 
cordless camera is reset.
Handset
Your computer
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Selecting the image resolution
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Camera Settings].
4Select the desired setting for “Image 
Resolution” (Default: “320x240”),
then click [Save].
Note:
LYou can also change the image 
resolution temporarily by clicking the 
desired setting on the [Standard 
Display] page of the web browser.
Selecting the refresh rate
You can select the desired interval to 
refresh the displayed camera image.
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Camera Settings].
4Select the desired setting for “Refresh
Rate” (Default: “Motion”), then click 
[Save].
Note:
LYou can also change the refresh rate 
temporarily by clicking the desired 
setting on the [Standard Display] page 
of the web browser.
Selecting the interval for taking 
pictures when the sensor is triggered
You can select how often images are 
stored after the cordless camera detects 
motion and/or sound.
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Sensor Options].
4Select the desired setting for “Image 
Rate” (Default: “1 sec.”), then click 
[Save].
Your computer
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Selecting the number of images to be 
stored in the cordless camera
You can select how many images to be 
stored in the cordless camera when the 
cordless camera detects motion and/or 
sound.
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Sensor Options].
4Select the desired setting for “No.of 
Images to Store” (Default: “4”), then 
click[Save].
Selecting the sharpness of images to 
be stored by the cordless camera
You can select the desired sharpness of 
images that the cordless camera stores at 
the time of detection.
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Sensor Options].
4Select the desired sharpness for 
“Sharpness” (Default: “Standard”), 
then click [Save].
Settings for your network Z
Normally you should check “Auto”. If you 
need to assign a specific IP address and 
subnet mask, check “Static”, then enter 
the IP address and subnet mask you wish 
to assign to the cordless camera. Refer to 
the “Installation Guide for MULTI TALK V 
Software” for IP address setting.
1Access the cordless camera (page 26).
2Click[Setup] tab at the top of the page.
3Click[Network Settings].
4Select the desired setting. (Default: 
“Auto”)
LIf you check “Auto”, skip to step 6.
5Enter a valid IP address and subnet 
mask.
6Click[Save].
About help page Z
You can access help information for each 
operation by clicking the [Help] tab of the 
web browser.
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System requirements for your computer
The following system requirements must be met in order to use the MULTI TALK V 
software.
Trademarks
LMicrosoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft 
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
LPentium is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in 
the United States and/or other countries.
LScreen shots are reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation. 
LAll other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.
ItemDescription
Operating SystemMicrosoft
® Windows® 98SE, Microsoft Windows Me, 
Microsoft Windows 2000, or Microsoft Windows XP
CPUFor Windows 98SE and Windows Me: Pentium
® 166 MHz 
or faster
For Windows 2000: Pentium 200 MHz or faster
For Windows XP: Pentium 300 MHz or faster
RAMFor Windows 98SE and Windows Me: 64 MB (128 MB or 
more recommended)
For Windows 2000 and Windows XP: 128 MB
HDD50 MB available disk space
Resolution800 x 600 or higher resolution display
OthersVideo adaptor with high color (16 bit) or higher
CD-ROM drive
10/100 Mbps network card installed (necessary for LAN 
interface users)
Browser: Internet Explorer 5.0 or later (necessary when 
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Wall mounting
The cordless camera can be mounted by the following way:
– Standard mounting
– Upside down mounting
CAUTION:
LFor information of the cordless camera location, see page 9.
LConfirm the detection range of the cordless camera before installing the cordless 
camera on the wall (page 9).
LConfirm the MAC address on the bottom of the cordless camera before installing the 
wall mounting adaptor. This MAC address is needed when you use the MULTI TALK V 
Camera Utility software.
LMount the cordless camera on the stable location where the unit can be adequately 
supported when installing.
LThe 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.
LDo not mount the cordless camera on a soft material. It may fall down, break or 
cause injury.
LDo not mount the cordless camera on the following places: plaster board, ALC 
(autoclaved lightweight cellular concrete), concrete block, plywood less than 25 mm (1 
inch) thick, and etc.
LDo not pull the call button wire after you mount the cordless camera on the wall.
LAfter mounting the cordless camera on the wall, speak loudly and clearly into the MIC 
when talking with the handset user.
Connecting the wall mounting adaptor
ASlide the cordless camera into the wall mounting adaptor in the direction of the arrow 
until it clicks into the place.
BTuck the call button wire into the hole on the side of the wall mounting adaptor.
CFasten the call button wire to the hook of the wall mounting adaptor.
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Mounting the cordless camera on the wall
Drive the screws (not included) into the wall at a recommended height of 1.8 m (5.9 feet) 
or below using the wall template as a guide, then mount the camera securely on the 
screws.
Connect the AC adaptor to power outlet (page 12).
LTo aim the camera lens, see page 13.
LThe image may be seen upside down when mounting upside down. To compensate for 
this, change the camera setting to display images upside down (page 31).
Standard mounting Upside down mounting
About the screws for wall mounting
LUse the recommended screw size below.
LDrive the mounting screws leaving enough length from the wall to hook the cordless 
camera.
Screws50.8 mm
(2 inches)
 (120 V AC, 60 Hz)
Screws 50.8 mm
(2 inches)
 (120 V AC, 60 Hz)
Max. 9.3 mm
(
23/64 inch)Space
Max. 4.5 mm
(11/64 inch)
Wall mount template for the cordless camera
50.8 mm 
(2 inches)