Panasonic Kx Tg5480 Operating Instructions Manual

Answering System Preparation
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Telephone System
Useful Information
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
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 
Optional Headset
Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone 
conversation. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88, 
KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, or KX-TCA98 headset. To order, call the 
accessories...

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Direct Commands
After pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items directly by pressing ([0]
to[9],[*] and [#]) instead of using the soft keys.
Menu item Command Selection items Page
Ringer volume
(Handset)Line 1[1] [1] [1] [1] : Low  [2] : Medium   
[3] : High   [0] : Off  p. 23
Line 2[1] [1] [2]
Ringer tone 
(Handset)Line 1[1] [2] [1] [1]–[4] : Tone pattern 1–4
[5]–[8] : Melody pattern 1–4p. 25
Line 2[1] [2] [2]
Incoming call tone    
(Handset)[1] [3] [1] : On  [2] : 2 times 
[0] : Offp. 61...

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Direct Commands
Telephone System
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) During programming:
When “ ” or “ ” is displayed, press the right soft key to save the new 
settings.
To exit programming, press [OFF].
•If you press the direct command incorrectly, press [OFF], then re-enter 
programming mode by pressing [MENU].
• For function details, see the corresponding pages.
Change language[0] [8] [1] : English  [2] : Spanish p. 20
Message alert[0]...

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If the Following Appear on Your Display...
The following will be displayed on the handset when the unit needs your attention.
Display messageCause & Remedy
Recharge battery•The battery needs to be charged. Recharge the 
battery (p. 16).
Charge for 6 HRS•The battery has been discharged. The handset will 
not work. Fully charge the battery (p. 16).
No link to base.
Move closer to
base and try
again.•The handset has lost communication with the base 
unit. Walk closer to the base unit, and try again....

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Telephone System
Useful Information
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Troubleshooting
If the handset display shows error messages, see “If the Following Appear on 
Your Display...” (p. 84) for the Cause & Remedy.
Telephone System
Problem Cause & Remedy
“No link to base.
Move closer to
base and try
again.” is displayed and an 
alarm tone sounds.•The handset has lost communication with the 
base unit. Walk closer to the base unit, and try 
again.
•
Confirm...

Troubleshooting
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You cannot make an intercom/
outside call.•Your handset is in remote operation mode 
(p. 68). Exit by pressing [OFF].
•The handset you called is too far from the 
base unit.
You cannot redial.•If the last number dialed was more than 48 
digits long, the number will not be redialed 
correctly.
•The [REDIAL/PAUSE] button functions as 
either redial or pause. It will redial the last 
number dialed if pressed before dialing any 
digits (p. 33, 37). If another number has been 
dialed first,...

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Troubleshooting
Telephone System
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
The handset cannot 
automatically edit the Caller 
List/incoming phone numbers.•The Caller ID Number Auto Edit feature is 
turned off. Turn it on (p. 44) and try again.
•You need to press [
C],[s], or a line soft key 
( ) or ( ) after editing the number.
The handset display exits the 
Caller List or phone book.•Do not pause for over 60 seconds while 
searching.
The...

Troubleshooting
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Answering System
Problem Cause & Remedy
The Answering System is on, 
but incoming messages are not 
recorded.•The recording time is set to “Greeting only”. Select 
“1 minute”, “2 minutes” or “3 minutes” (p. 29).
•Memory is full. Erase unnecessary messages (p. 71).
•The Answering System is not turned on for the 
line you wish to record messages from. Select 
the desired line or both lines by pressing [LINE
SELECT] repeatedly, then turn the Answering 
System on again
(p. 65).
“ ” flashes...

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Troubleshooting
Telephone System
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
General
Memo messages are not 
played after pressing 
[MESSAGE].•You may have pressed [LINE SELECT] before 
pressing [MESSAGE]
.Press[MESSAGE]
again without pressing [LINE SELECT] (p. 67).
Problem Cause & Remedy
The handset/base unit does not 
work.•Check the settings (p. 11–16).
•Check whether the dialing mode setting is 
correct (p. 20).
•Fully charge the battery (p....

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Important Safety Instructions
When using this unit, 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. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
3. Unplug this unit from AC outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol 
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this unit near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen 
sink, or the like.
5. Place...