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

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Removing the wall mounting adaptor
Press and hold the hold button (A) on the left side of the wall mounting plate. Slide the 
cordless camera to the right (B).
B
A 
						

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Troubleshooting
ProblemCause & solution
The cordless camera 
does not work.LCheck the connections (page 12).
The cordless camera’s 
indicator is flashing 
rapidly in red.LThe cordless camera is not registered to the base unit. 
Register the cordless camera to the base unit (page 
15).
The cordless camera’s 
indicator lights in orange.LThe link between the cordless camera and your 
computer could not be established. The resources 
available for wireless communication are limited. Wait 
for other users to finish and try again.
LIf you do not intend to view the images using your 
computer, set the “PC camera access” to “Off” (page 
21) with the base unit.
The cordless camera’s 
indicator is flashing 
rapidly in orange.LThe IP address which has been assigned for the 
cordless camera is invalid. Check the connections 
(page 22).
I cannot read the 
language displayed by 
the MULTI TALK V 
Camera Utility 
application.LYou can change the application’s display language to 
English, French, or Spanish. Right-click the MULTI 
TALK V Camera Utility icon in the task tray, then click 
the desired language.
The image is faint.LThe camera lens is dirty. Clean it with a soft dry cloth.
The image sent from the 
cordless camera is poor.LAdjust the display sharpness or brightness setting 
(page 30, 31).
LThe place where the cordless camera is located is dark. 
Improve lighting.
The image sent from the 
cordless camera is dark 
and difficult to see.LAdjust the display brightness setting (page 31).
LThere is a strong sunlight or a backlight in the place 
where the cordless camera is located. Try shading the 
camera’s location.
I cannot connect to the 
cordless camera, the 
image distorts, or the 
image is slow.LThe cordless camera has lost communications with the 
base unit. Move the cordless camera closer to the base 
unit, and try again.
LThere is an obstacle such as concrete wall. Move the 
cordless camera to the place without an obstacle.
LA microwave or wireless LAN appliance is in use. Move 
the cordless camera closer to the base unit or use the 
cordless camera away from those appliances, and try 
again. 
						

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The camera sensor is not 
responding or fails to 
respond.LThe camera sensor is dirty. Clean it with a soft dry cloth.
LThe moving object may be out of the detecting range of 
the cordless camera.
The camera sensor does 
not respond.LThe camera sensor does not respond unless the 
detection mode is set to “Motion & Audio”, “Motion
only”, or “Audio only” beforehand. Change the 
detection mode (page 32).
LWhile a handset or a computer user is monitoring the 
cordless camera, the cordless camera stops detecting 
motion and/or sound.
The camera sensor 
responds but a person is 
not shown. LThe cordless camera cannot take a picture when a 
person passes in front of the cordless camera too fast.
The pictures are not 
stored in the cordless 
camera.LIf a handset or a computer user starts monitoring the 
cordless camera while it is taking pictures after 
detection, the cordless camera stops taking pictures.
LYou selected “No Overwrite” for the method of saving 
the cordless camera images and the cordless camera’s 
memory became full. Erase unnecessary images (page 
18, 28) or change the setting to “Overwrite image”
(page 33).
I pressed {Call button}
but the cordless camera 
does not page the 
handset or notify my 
computer.LThe call button does not work unless the detection 
mode is set to “Call button”. Change the detection 
mode to “Call button” (page 32).
LWhile a handset or a computer user is monitoring the 
cordless camera, you cannot page them by pressing 
{Call button}. Wait until the handset or the computer 
user end monitoring.
“Camera detect” is 
displayed on the handset 
or a pop-up message 
(“Notification”) is 
displayed on your 
computer.LWhen the cordless camera detected motion and/or 
sound or the call button of the cordless camera was 
pressed, you were not near the handset or your 
computer and could not answer the page. After you 
monitor the cordless camera which paged you, the 
indication disappears.
ProblemCause & solution 
						

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FCC and other information
This device complies with Part 15 of the 
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful 
interference, and (2) this device must 
accept any interference received, 
including interference that may cause 
undesired operation.
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not 
expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the 
user’s authority to operate this device.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and 
found to comply with the limits for a Class 
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 
the FCC Rules. These limits are 
designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference in 
a residential installation. This equipment 
generates, uses, and can radiate radio 
frequency energy and, if not installed and 
used in accordance with the instructions, 
may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur 
in a particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television 
reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment off and on, the 
user is encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the 
following measures:
− Reorient or relocate the receiving 
antenna.
− Increase the separation between the 
equipment and receiver.
− Connect the equipment into an outlet 
on a circuit different from that to which 
the receiver is connected.
− Consult the dealer or an experienced 
radio/TV technician for help.
FCC RF Exposure Warning:
The product complies with FCC radiation 
exposure limits set forth for an 
uncontrolled environment. To comply with 
FCC RF exposure requirements, the 
product must be installed and operated 
20 cm (8 inches) or more away from all 
person’s body (excluding extremities of 
hands, wrist and feet). The product must 
not be collocated or operated in 
conjunction with any other antenna or 
transmitter.
Notice 
						

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Specifications
Note:
LDesign and specifications are subject to change without notice.
LThe illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product.
Trademarks
LThe Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use 
of such marks by Panasonic is under license. Operating environment5 °C – 40 °C (41 °F – 104 °F)
Frequency2.402 GHz – 2.48 GHz
Bluetooth complianceBluetooth wireless technology 1.2
DimensionsApprox. height 124 mm x width 86 mm x depth 68 mm 
(4
7/8 inches x 33/8 inches x 211/16 inches)
Mass (Weight)Approx. 150 g (0.33 lb.)
Power consumptionStandby: Approx. 4.4 W
Maximum: Approx. 4.7 W
Power output125 mW (max.)
Power supplyAC adaptor (120 V AC, 60 Hz)
Number of pixels300,000 pixels (
1/5 inch CMOS sensor)
Illuminance10 lux (min.)
FocusFixed 0.48 m (18
29/32 inches) – Infinity
Photograph angleVertical angle: Approx. 35°
Horizontal angle: Approx. 46°
Motion sensor detection 
systemPyroelectric infrared sensor
Motion sensor detection 
angleWhen ambient temperature is approx. 20 °C (68 °F)
Vertical angle: Approx. 20°
Horizontal angle: Approx. 30°
Distance: Approx. 5 m (16.4 feet) 
						

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Customer services
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Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:
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You may also contact us directly at: 
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You may also contact us directly at:
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(Monday - Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Services Company
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(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and 
Personal Checks)
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Service in Puerto Rico
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, 
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910 
						

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Warranty
PANASONIC CONSUMER 
ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION 
OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF 
NORTH AMERICA 
One Panasonic Way, 
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.
San Gabriel Industrial Park, 
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Telephone Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or 
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto 
Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period 
indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase 
(“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or 
refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision 
to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
    Parts    Labor
     One (1) Year    One (1) Year
During the “Labor” Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During 
the “Parts” Limited Warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must 
mail-in your product prepaid during the Limited Warranty period. This Limited 
Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts 
(cabinet). This Limited Warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in 
the United States or Puerto Rico. This Limited Warranty is extended only to the 
original purchaser and only covers products purchased as new.
Mail-In Service
For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product 
prepaid to:
  Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter
  4900 George McVay Drive Suite B Door #12 McAllen, TX 78503
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or 
fax (787)-768-2910.
For Limited Warranty service for headsets if a headset is included with this product 
please call Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262).
When shipping the unit carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it prepaid, 
adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing 
the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD THE 
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF 
OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND 
PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR 
OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE. 
						

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Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or 
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. 
The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in 
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, 
or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infestation, 
mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, 
misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, 
lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, 
commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of 
the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other 
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER 
“LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR 
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE 
OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED 
WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, lost calls or 
messages, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if 
applicable, travel to and from the servicer. The items listed are not exclusive, but 
are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, 
INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE 
PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential 
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions 
may not apply to you.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other 
rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or 
after the Limited Warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the 
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer 
Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED 
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. 
						

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Index
AAccessing the cordless camera: 26
Answering the notification: 28,29
Answering the page: 17,19
Audio detection sensitivity: 33
CCall button: 12,19,29
Camera angle: 13
Camera indicator: 11,35
Camera range: 10
Camera tone: 34
CAPTURE: 17,27
Connection
AC adaptor: 12
Wall mounting adaptor: 39
Cordless camera settings
Audio detection sensitivity: 33
Camera indicator: 35
Camera tone: 34
Camera tone volume: 34
Detection mode: 32
Device name: 32
Image resolution: 36
Interval for taking pictures: 36
Motion detection sensitivity: 33
Number of images to be stored: 37
Refresh rate: 36
Resetting:35
Saving method: 33
Sharpness of the images to be 
stored:37
Speaker volume: 34
DDeregistration:15
Detection mode: 32
Detection pop-up message: 27
Device name: 32
Display settings
Brightness: 31
Image zoom: 30
Sharpness: 30
Upside down: 31
EErasing images: 18,28
HHelp page: 26,37
IImage resolution: 
36
Installation of MULTI TALK V Camera 
Utility: 21
Interval for taking pictures: 36MMemory full: 33
Motion detection sensitivity: 33
MULTI TALK V Camera Utility: 21
MULTI TALK V Camera Utility help file: 
23
NNetwork settings: 37
Notifying your computer: 27,29
Number of images to be stored: 37
OOperating conditions: 9
PPaging a handset: 17,19
PC camera access: 21
Picture gallery: 20
RRefresh rate: 36
Registering the cordless camera: 15,
22
Resetting the cordless camera: 35
SSaving method: 33
Saving the images: 18,28
Sharpness of the images to be stored: 
37
Specifications: 45
Stored images: 18,28
TTaking a picture: 17,27
Troubleshooting: 42
TTY: 4,46
VVideo monitor: 16,26
Viewing the images: 18,28
Vo l u m e
Camera speaker: 34
Camera tone: 34
WWall mounting: 39
Wall mounting adaptor: 39
Warranty: 47 
						

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