Panasonic Kx Tg5055 Operating Instructions Manual

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Important Safety Instructions
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Telephone System
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions.
1. Use only the battery(ies) specified.
2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may explode. Check with local 
waste management codes for special disposal instructions.
3. 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.
4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery to conductive 
materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery and/or conductor may 
overheat and cause burns.
5. 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:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS 
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR ANY TYPE OF MOISTURE.
•The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device, ensure that the AC outlet is 
located/installed near the unit and is easily accessible.
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FCC and Other Information 
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted 
by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other 
information, a product identifier in the format US:ACJ-----. 
If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.
Registration No.  ......................................................... (found on the bottom of the unit)
Ringer Equivalence No. (REN)................................................................................0.1B
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone 
network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted 
by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this 
product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also 
compliant.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a 
telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not 
ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs 
should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be 
connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone 
company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part 
of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits 
represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3).
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will 
notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if 
advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon 
as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if 
you believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations 
or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the 
telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary 
modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, 
please contact a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer. If the equipment 
is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that 
you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility 
commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, 
ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If 
you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your 
telephone company or a qualified installer.
WHEN PROGRAMMING EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND(OR) MAKING TEST 
CALLS TO EMERGENCY NUMBERS:
1) Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call.
2)
Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evenings.
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.
Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this phone.
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FCC and Other Information
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Telephone System
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.
Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to 
nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the 
cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If 
interference is experienced, move the cordless telephone further away from the TV 
or VCR. This will often reduce, or eliminate, interference.
Operating near 5.8GHz electrical appliances may cause interference. Move away 
from the electrical appliances.
FCC RF Exposure Warning:
This product complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an 
uncontrolled environment. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements the base 
unit must be installed and operated with its antenna located 20 cm or more between 
antenna and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet). The 
handset unit may be carried and operated with only the specific provided belt-clip.
Other non-tested belt-clips or similar body-worn accessories may not comply and 
must be avoided. The base and handset units must not be co-located or operated in 
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment is hearing aid compatible as defined by the FCC in 47 CFR Section 
68.316. 
A TIA/EIA-IS-968 compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this 
equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network
or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack that is also TIA/EIA-IS-968 
compliant.
When you hold the phone to your ear, noise might be heard in your Hearing Aid. 
Some Hearing Aids are not adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) 
energy. If noise occurs, use an optional headset accessory or the speakerphone 
option (if applicable) when using this phone. Consult your audiologist or Hearing 
Aid manufacturer about the availability of Hearing Aids which provide adequate 
shielding to RF energy commonly emitted by digital devices.
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• Environment — do not place the unit in a room where the temperature is less 
than 5°C (41°F) or greater than 40°C (104°F). Allow 10 cm (4”) clearance around 
the unit for proper ventilation. Avoid excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, 
shock, or direct sunlight.
• Medical — 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 
5760MHz to 5840MHz, and the power output level can range 0.25 to 0.5 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.
•Routine care — wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner, or any 
abrasive powder. When you leave the unit unused for a long period of time, unplug 
the AC adaptor from the outlet.
• If there is any trouble — disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect 
a known working phone. If the known working phone operates properly, have your 
unit repaired by one of the authorized Panasonic Factory Service Centers. If the 
known working phone does not operate properly, consult your telephone 
company.
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Telephone System
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Index
A
Accessories  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2
Answering calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 22
B
Backlit LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Base unit location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Battery charge  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 10
− Battery information . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
Battery strength  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
− Booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
C
Call Waiting Caller ID display . . . .   38
Call waiting tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   38
− Caller ID number auto edit   . .   26, 27
Caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Caller List, editing . . . . . . . . . . . . .   26
Caller List, erasing  . . . . . . . . . . . .   28
Caller List, storing . . . . . . . . . . . . .   28
Caller List, viewing . . . . . . . . . . . .   24
Calling back from the Caller List . .   25
− Chain dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   32
CID (Caller ID)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   23
− Clarity booster  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
D
Dialing mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Direct commands  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Display language  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
E
Error messages  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
F
FCC and other information . . . . . . .52
FLASH button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   39
Flash time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
− Function menu, 
Direct commands  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Function menu, selection  . . . . . . . .12
Function menu, table  . . . . . . . . . . .13H
Handset locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Headset, optional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
I
Installation, AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation, battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installation, telephone line cord . . . . 9
K
Key tone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
L
LCD contrast  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Lighted handset keypad. . . . . . . . . 21
Line mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Location of controls . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7
M
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
− Message alert  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Microphone, handset . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
N
Navigator key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
P
PAUSE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
− Phone book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Phone book, dialing . . . . . . . . . 31, 32
Phone book, editing . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Phone book, erasing  . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Phone book, names . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Phone book, storing . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Power failure  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pulse service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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R
Redial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Redial list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
− Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Ringer off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   16, 22
Ringer tone  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   17
Ringer volume  . . . . . . . . . . . .   16, 22
Rotary service, tone dialing . . . . .   37
S
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .   50
Shipping product for service
 . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
Soft keys  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   59
SP-phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   19
T
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
TTY  . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 58, Back Cover
V
VE (Voice Enhancer) . . . . . . . . . . . 21
− VM (Voice Mail) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
− Voice enhancer technology . . . . . . 21
Volume control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
W
Wall mounting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
•“
− ” indicates important information 
and frequently used features.
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Telephone System
Useful Information
Specifications
NHandset
Power Supply:Ni-MH battery (3.6 V, 830 mAh)
Frequency:5.76 GHz – 5.84 GHz
Dimensions (H x W x D):Approx. 220 mm x 53 mm x 37 mm
(8 
21/32 x 2 3/32 x 1 15/32)
Mass (Weight):Approx. 210 g (0.46 lb.)
Security Codes:1,000,000
NBase Unit
Power Supply:AC adaptor (120 V AC, 60 Hz)
Power Consumption:Standby: Approx. 2.3 W
Maximum: Approx. 5.5 W
Frequency:5.76 GHz – 5.84 GHz
Dimensions (H x W x D):Approx. 107 mm x 214 mm x 135 mm
(4 
7/32 x 8 7/16 x 5 5/16)
Mass (Weight):Approx. 340 g (0.75 lb.)
NDialing Mode:Tone (DTMF)/Pulse
NOperating Environment:5 °C – 40 °C (41 °F – 104 °F)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
For your future reference
Serial No. Date of purchase
(found on the bottom of the unit)
Name and address of dealer
Energy Star:
As an ENERGY STA R® Participant, Panasonic has 
determined that this product meets the 
ENERGY STA R  
guidelines for energy efficiency. 
ENERGY STAR is a 
U.S. regtistered mark.
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							For product service
•Visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com/support
•Contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
•Call us at: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
When you ship the product
•Carefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton.
•Attach a letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton.
Symptom
•Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured.
•Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed 
below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair 
consumer products.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Sales Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
© 2004 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
PQQX14026ZA
  S0104-0
If you need assistance with setup or operation, please 
call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855
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