Panasonic Kx Tg5451 Operating Instructions Manual

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Calling back (Caller ID subscribers 
only)
If Caller ID information was received for 
the call, you can call the caller back while 
listening to a message.
Press {Call} during playback.
Note:
LTo edit the number before calling back, 
press {Edit} repeatedly to select the 
desired format (page 29), then press 
{Call}, {C}, or {s}.Memory capacity
The total recording capacity (including 
your greeting message and caller 
messages) is about 21 minutes. A 
maximum of 64 messages (including a 
greeting message) can be recorded.
LIf message memory becomes full:
–“E” flashes on the base unit.
– the ANSWER ON indicator flashes 
rapidly (if the answering system is 
turned on).
– the unit announces “Memory full” 
when operating the answering 
system.
To record additional messages, erase 
unnecessary messages.
LIf less than 3 minutes of recording time is 
available, the unit will announce the 
remaining recording time when 
operating the answering system.
LMessages are retained even if a power 
failure occurs. All messages are saved 
until you erase them. (Flash memory 
message backup)
LThe total recording capacity may be 
reduced by the calling party’s 
background noise.
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Remote operation
Using a touch tone phone, you can call 
your phone number from outside and 
access the unit to listen to messages. The 
unit’s voice guidance will prompt you to 
press certain dial keys to perform different 
operations.
Important:
LIn order to operate the answering 
system remotely, you must first set a 
remote code (page 54). This code must 
be entered each time you operate the 
answering system remotely.
Using the answering system 
remotely
1Dial your phone number from a touch 
tone phone.
LIf the ring count is set to “Toll 
saver” (page 54), the number of 
rings you hear will indicate whether or 
not you have new messages.
2After the greeting message starts, enter 
your remote code.
LThe unit will announce the number of 
new messages, and will play back the 
new messages.
3After 3 seconds, the voice guidance will 
start. Follow the voice guidance as 
necessary.
4When finished, hang up.
Note:
LWhen you press a key, press firmly.
LYou can hang up at any time.
LYou can ignore the voice guidance and 
control the unit using remote 
commands.
Voice guidance
During remote operation, the unit’s voice 
guidance will prompt you to press {1} to 
perform a specific operation, or press {2} 
to listen to more available operations. 
Operations are presented by voice 
guidance in the following order:
– Play back all messages
– Play back new messages
– Record a message
– Erase all messages
– Record your greeting message
Note:
LIf you do not press any dial keys within 
10 seconds after a voice guidance 
prompt, the unit will announce, “Thank 
you for your call” then disconnect your 
call.
LIf less than 3 minutes of recording time is 
available, the unit will announce the 
remaining recording time after the last 
message is played back.
LIf the unit announces “Memory full”, 
erase unnecessary messages.
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Remote commands
You can press dial keys to access certain 
answering system functions without 
waiting for the voice guidance to prompt 
you.
*1 If pushed within the first 5 seconds of a 
message, the previous message will be 
played.
*2 To resume operation, enter a remote 
command within 15 seconds, or the 
voice guidance will start.
Turning on the answering system 
remotely
If the answering system is off, you can turn 
it on remotely.
1Dial your phone number.
2Let the phone ring 15 times.
LThe unit will answer your call with the 
greeting message.
LYou can hang up, or if you call from a 
touch tone phone, you can enter your 
remote code and begin remote 
operation (page 52).
Skipping the greeting message to leave 
a message
You can leave a message just as any 
outside caller can. Call your phone 
number, then press {*} to skip the 
greeting message and record your 
message after the beep.
KeyRemote command
{1}Repeat message (during 
playback)
*1
{2}Skip message (during 
playback)
{4}Play new messages
{5}Play all messages
{7}Record a greeting message
{9}Stop (recording, playback)
*2
{0}Turn answering system off
{*}{4}Erase this message (during 
playback)
{*}{5}Erase all messages
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Answering system 
settings
Remote code
A remote code must be entered when 
operating the answering system remotely. 
This code prevents unauthorized parties 
from listening to your messages remotely. 
Store any 2-digit number (00–99). The 
default setting is “11”.
1Press {MENU}.
2Scroll to “Initial setting” by 
pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
3Scroll to “Set answering” by pressing 
{V} or {^}, then press {>}.
4Scroll to “Remote code” by pressing 
{V} or {^}, then press {>}.
5Select the desired remote code by 
entering a 2-digit number (00–99).
6Press {Save}, then press {OFF}.
Note:
LTo confirm the remote code, repeat 
steps 1 to 4. Press {OFF} when finished.
Ring count
You can change the number of times the 
phone rings before the unit answers calls. 
You can select “2”, “3”, “4” (default), “5”, 
“6”, “7”, or “Toll saver”.
“Toll saver”: The unit answers on the 
2nd ring when new messages have been 
recorded, and on the 4th ring when there 
are no new messages. If you call your 
phone from outside to listen to new 
messages (page 52), you will know that 
there are no messages when the phone 
rings for the 3rd time. You can then hang 
up without being charged for the call.
1Press {MENU}.
2Scroll to “Initial setting” by 
pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
3Scroll to “Set answering” by pressing 
{V} or {^}, then press {>}.
4Scroll to “Ring count” by pressing {V} 
or {^}, then press {>}.
5Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select 
the desired setting.
LYou can also select the ring count by 
pressing {0} (“Toll saver”), or {2} 
to {7}.
6Press {Save}, then press {OFF}.
Note:
LUsually the unit will announce the 
caller’s name after the 2nd ring. If you 
turn on the answering system, and set 
the ring count to “2”, the unit will not 
announce the caller’s name. If “Toll 
saver” is selected, and there is a new 
message, the unit will not announce the 
caller’s name.
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Caller’s recording time
You can change the maximum message 
recording time allotted to each caller.
“1min”, “2min”, or “3min” (default): Caller 
messages are limited to 1 minute to 3 
minutes.
“Greeting only”: The unit plays the 
greeting message but does not record 
caller messages.
1Press {MENU}.
2Scroll to “Initial setting” by 
pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
3Scroll to “Set answering” by pressing 
{V} or {^}, then press {>}.
4Scroll to “Recording time” by 
pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
5Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select 
the desired setting.
LYou can also select the recording 
time by pressing {1} to {3}, or {0} 
(“Greeting only”).
6Press {Save}, then press {OFF}.
Note:
LIf message memory becomes full, the 
unit will automatically switch to the 
“Greeting only” mode.
Message alert
You can select whether or not the 
message indicator on the handset will 
flash when new messages have been 
recorded (page 49). The default setting is 
OFF.
1Press {MENU}.
2Scroll to “Initial setting” by 
pressing {V} or {^}, then press {>}.
3Scroll to “Message alert” by pressing 
{V} or {^}, then press {>}.
4Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select 
“On” or “Off”.
5Press {Save}, then press {OFF}.
Note:
LThe message indicator will not flash for 
new messages while the handset is in 
use.
LWhile message alert is on, battery 
operating time will be shortened (page 
12).
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Wall mounting
Base unit
The base unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate.
1Connect the AC adaptor.
2Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor (1). 
Connect the telephone line cord (2).
3Insert the hooks on the wall mounting adaptor into the holes (A) and (B) on the base 
unit.
To power
outlet
Fasten the AC adaptor cord.
Hook
1
2
AB
A
B
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4Adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit, then push it in the direction of the arrow until 
it clicks into place.
5Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide it down.
LRaise the antennas.
To remove the wall mounting adaptor
While pushing down the release levers (1), remove the adaptor (2).
2
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Charger unit (KX-TG5452 and KX-TG5453 only)
The charger can be wall mounted, as shown below.
1Connect the AC adaptor.
2Drive the screws (not included) into the wall using the wall mount template (see below).
3Mount the charger (1).
4Slide it down (2) and to the right (3) until it is secure.
1
2
3
25.4 mm
Screws
To power
outlet(1)
Wall mount template for the charger
25.4 mm 
(1)
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Belt clip
You can hang the handset on your belt or 
pocket using the included belt clip.
To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
While pressing the top of the clip (1), pull 
the right edge in the direction of the arrow 
(2).
Headset (optional)
Connecting an optional headset to the 
handset allows hands-free phone 
conversations. Please use only a 
Panasonic headset. See page 5 for 
compatible headsets and ordering 
information.
To connect an optional headset to the 
handset
LModel shown is KX-TCA86.
Note:
LTo switch to the speakerphone, press 
{s}. To return to the headset, press 
{C}.
12
Headset jack
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Error messages
If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages will be displayed on the 
handset.
*1  KX-TG5452 and KX-TG5453 only
Display messageCause & solution
BusyLThe called handset or base unit is in use.
*1
LThe handset you tried to copy phonebook items to is in 
use.*1
LThe handset you are calling is too far from the base 
unit.*1
Error!!LWhen you tried to register the handset, the handset and 
the base unit could not link for some reason, such as 
interference from electrical appliances. Move the 
handset and the base unit away from the electrical 
appliances and try again.
LAnother handset tried to send phonebook items to you 
but there was an error. Have the other handset user re-
send the items to you (page 24).
*1
---Incomplete--- 
Phonebook fullLWhen the phonebook item(s) was(were) sent to another 
handset, the handset’s phonebook memory was full 
and copying stopped. Press {OFF} to exit. Erase items 
from the other handset’s phonebook (page 23). When 
phonebook memory is available, you can copy all 
phonebook items (page 25) or individual items one by 
one (page 24, 25).
*1
No link to base. 
Move closer to 
base, try again.LThe handset has lost communication with the base unit. 
Move closer to the base unit, and try again.
LConfirm that the base unit’s AC adaptor is plugged in.
LRaise the base unit antennas.
LThe handset’s registration may have been canceled. 
Re-register the handset (page 43).
Phonebook fullLThere is no space to store new items in the phonebook. 
Erase unnecessary items (page 23).
No items storedLYour phonebook or redial list is empty.
Please lift up and 
try again.LA handset button was pressed while the handset was 
on the base unit or charger. Lift the handset and press 
the button again.
System is busy. 
Please try again 
later.LThe handset has lost communication with the base unit. 
Move closer to the base unit and try again.
LMore than one unit is in use. Try again later.
*1
LAnother user is listening to messages. Try again later.
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