Panasonic Kx Tg6591 Operating Instructions Manual

							Before initial use, see “Getting
Started” on page 9.
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save
them for future reference.
Consulte  “Guía Rápida Española”, página 55.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate
service offered by your service provider/telephone company.
For assistance, visit our Web site: http://www.panasonic.com/help
 for
customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico. Please register your product: http://www.panasonic.com/prodregOperating Instructions
Digital Cordless Answering System
Model shown is KX-TG6591.
Model No. KX-TG6591
KX-TG6592   
						

							Introduction
Model composition ..
............................3
Accessory information .........................4
Important Information
For your safety .. ..................................6
Important safety instructions ...............7
For best performance ..........................7
Other information ................................8
Specifications ......................................8
Getting Started
Setting up ............................................9
Note when setting up .. ......................10
Intelligent eco mode .. ........................11
Controls ............................................. 11
Belt clip ..............................................
12
Display .............................................. 13
Initial settings .................................... 13
Making/Answering Calls
Making calls ...................................... 15
Answering calls .. ............................... 16
Useful features during a call .. ...........17
Shared Phonebook
Shared phonebook .. ..........................19
Speed Dial
Speed dial .. ....................................... 22
Programming
Programmable settings .. ...................24
Special programming .. ......................29
Registering a unit .. ............................31
Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service ......................32
Caller list ........................................... 33
Answering System
Answering system ............................. 35
Turning the answering system on/
off .. .................................................... 35
Greeting message ............................. 36
Listening to messages using the base
unit .................................................... 36
Listening to messages using the
handset ............................................. 37
Remote operation .. ...........................38 Answering system settings ...............
39
Voice Mail Service
Voice mail service .. ...........................41
Intercom/Locator
Intercom ............................................ 43
Handset locator ................................. 43
Transferring calls, conference
calls ................................................... 43
Useful Information
Wall mounting ................................... 45
Error messages ................................. 47
Troubleshooting .. .............................. 48
FCC and other information .. ..............53
Guía Rápida Española
Guía Rápida Española .. ....................55
Appendix
Customer services ............................ 59
Warranty (For United States and Puerto
Rico) .................................................. 60
Index
Index.................................................. 62
2 Table of Contents 
						

							Model composition
Series Model No. Base unit Handset
Part No. Part No. Quantity
KX-TG6591
s eries KX-TG6591 KX-TG6591 KX-TGA659
1
KX-TG6592 KX-TG6591 KX-TGA659 2Feature highlights
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asy-to-see LCD and big button
– 1.9 inches wide display with white backlit
– Big buttons with backlit
n Easy-to-use features
– Speed dial on handset and base unit
– Dedicated volume key on the side of handset
– Nonslip handset design
n Easy-to-hear features
– Equalizer: customized sound system Choose your favorite sound range (High, Off, Low).
– Loud receiving volume
– Hearing aid compatible (Compliance with “TIA-1083” standard)
For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help 3 Introduction 
						

							Accessory information
Supplied accessories
No. Accessory item/Order number Quantity
KX-TG6591 KX-TG6592
A AC adaptor/PQLV219Y 12
B Telephone line cord/PQJA10075Z 11
C Wall mounting adaptor/PNKL1010Z1 11
D Rechargeable batteries/HHR-4DPA 24
E Handset cover * 1
/PNYNTGA659TR 1
2
F Belt clip/PNKE1076Z1 12
G Charger/PNLC1015ZT –1*1 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
A B C D E
F G
4
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							Additional/replacement accessories
P
lease contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information (page 59). Accessory item Order number
Rechargeable
b
 atteries HHR-4DPA
* 1
R To order, please call 1-800-332-5368 or visit
http://www.panasonic.com/batterystore
Battery type:
–
 Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
– 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset
Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA94, KX-TCA400, KX-TCA430
T-adaptor KX-J66
Range extender KX-TGA405*
 2*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied
b
 atteries.
*2 By installing this unit, you can extend the range of your phone system to include areas where reception was previously not available. This product can be
purchased online. Please visit our Web site:
http://www.panasonic.com/RangeExtender Expanding your phone system
Optional handset feature overview
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ou can expand your phone system by registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a
single base unit.
R Optional handsets may be a different color from that of the supplied handsets. Feature KX-TGA659 KX-TGA410 KX-TGA660
Handset Display size 1.9 inches
1.8 inches 1.8 inches
Button size Extra large Large Large
Speed dial –
–For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help
5 Introduction     
						

							For your safety
T
o prevent severe injury and loss of life/
property, read this section carefully before
using the product to ensure proper and safe
operation of your product. WARNING
Power connection
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se only the power source marked on the
product.
R Do not overload power outlets and
extension cords. This can result in the risk
of fire or electric shock.
R Completely insert the AC adaptor/power
plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so
may cause electric shock and/or excessive
heat resulting in a fire.
R Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the
AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from
the power outlet, then wiping with a dry
cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an
insulation defect from moisture, etc.
resulting in a fire.
R Unplug the product from power outlets if it
emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes
an unusual noise. These conditions can
cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that
smoke has stopped emitting and contact
the Panasonic Call Center at
1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262).
R Unplug from power outlets and never touch
the inside of the product if its casing has
been broken open.
R Never touch the plug with wet hands.
Danger of electric shock exists. Installation
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o prevent the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not expose the product to rain or
any type of moisture.
R Do not place or use this product near
automatically controlled devices such as
automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio
waves emitted from this product may cause
such devices to malfunction resulting in an
accident.
R Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone
line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or
placed under heavy objects. Operating safeguards
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nplug the product from power outlets
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners.
R Do not disassemble the product.
R Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers,
etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or
allow it to become wet at all. This may
cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug
becomes wet, immediately pull it from the
telephone wall jack, and do not use. Medical
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onsult 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 product
operates in the frequency range of 1.92
GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF transmission
power is 115 mW (max.).)
R Do not use the product 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 energy. CAUTION
Installation and location
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ever install telephone wiring during an
electrical storm.
R Never install telephone line jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
R Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
R Use caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
R The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the product and is
easily accessible.
R This product is unable to make calls when:
– the handset batteries need recharging or
have failed.
– there is a power failure. Battery
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e recommend using the batteries noted
on page 5.  USE ONLY rechargeable
Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.
R Do not mix old and new batteries.
6 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/helpImportant Information 
						

							R
Do not open or mutilate the batteries.
Released electrolyte from the batteries is
corrosive and may cause burns or injury to
the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and
may be harmful if swallowed.
R Exercise care when handling the batteries.
Do not allow conductive materials such as
rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the
batteries, otherwise a short circuit may
cause the batteries and/or the conductive
material to overheat and cause burns.
R Charge the batteries provided with or
identified for use with this product only, in
accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in this manual.
R Only use a compatible base unit (or
charger) to charge the batteries. Do not
tamper with the base unit (or charger).
Failure to follow these instructions may
cause the batteries to swell or explode.
Attention: A nickel metal hydride battery that is
r

ecyclable powers the product you have
purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY
(1-800-822-8837) for information on how to
recycle this battery. Important safety
i

nstructions
When using your product, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons, including the following:
1. Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 4. Use only the power cord and batteries
i
 ndicated in this manual. Do not dispose of
batteries in a fire. They may explode.
Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For best performance
Base unit location/avoiding noise
T

he base unit and other compatible Panasonic
units use radio waves to communicate with
each other.
R For maximum coverage and noise-free
communications, place your base unit:
– at a convenient, high, and central
location with no obstructions between
the handset and base unit in an indoor
environment.
– away from electronic appliances such as TVs, radios, personal computers,
wireless devices, or other phones.
– facing away from radio frequency transmitters, such as external antennas
of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid
putting the base unit on a bay window or
near a window.)
R Coverage and voice quality depends on the
local environmental conditions.
R If the reception for a base unit location is
not satisfactory, move the base unit to
another location for better reception. Environment
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K

eep the product away from electrical noise
generating devices, such as fluorescent
lamps and motors.
R The product should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high temperature,
and vibration.
R The product should not be exposed to
direct sunlight.
R Do not place heavy objects on top of the
product.
R When you leave the product unused for a
long period of time, unplug the product from
the power outlet.
R The product should be kept away from heat
sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves,
etc. It should not be placed in rooms where
the temperature is less than 0 °C (32 °F) or
greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp
basements should also be avoided.
R The maximum calling distance may be
shortened when the product is used in the
For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help 7Important Information  
						

							following places: Near obstacles such as
h
ills, tunnels, underground, near metal
objects such as wire fences, etc.
R Operating the product near electrical
appliances may cause interference. Move
away from the electrical appliances. Routine care
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ipe the outer surface of the product
with a soft moist cloth.
R Do not use benzine, thinner, or any
abrasive powder. Other information
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AUTION:  Risk of explosion if battery is
replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions. Notice for product disposal, transfer, or
r

eturn
R This product can store your private/
confidential information. To protect your
privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that
you erase information such as phonebook
or caller list entries from the memory before
you dispose of, transfer, or return the
product. Notice ENERGY STAR
A

s an ENERGY STAR ®
 Partner, Panasonic
has determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S.
registered mark. Specifications
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tandard:
DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced Cordless
Telecommunications 6.0)
n Frequency range:
1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz
n RF transmission power:
115 mW (max.)
n Power source:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
n Power consumption:
Base unit:
Standby: Approx. 0.7 W
Maximum: Approx.3.8 W
Charger:
Standby: Approx. 0.1 W
Maximum: Approx. 2.6 W
n Operating conditions:
0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F), 20 % –
80 % relative air humidity (dry)
Note:
R Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
R The illustrations in these instructions may
vary slightly from the actual product.
8 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/helpImportant Information   
						

							Setting up
Connections
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se only the supplied Panasonic AC
adaptor PQLV219.
n Base unit *DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is
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equired if you have DSL/ADSL service.
n Charger Battery installation
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SE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA
(R03) size.
R Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/
Ni-Cd batteries.
R Confirm correct polarities ( ,  ).
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W
hen the date and time setting is
displayed, see page 13. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help
9Getting Started Hook“Click”
Press plug firmly.
Correct Wrong
To single-line
telephone jack
(RJ11C)
DSL/ADSL filter* “Click”
(120 V AC, 60 Hz) (120 V AC, 60 Hz)
Hooks   Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY  
						

							Battery charging
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harge for about 7 hours.
R When the batteries are fully charged,
the charge indicator goes off and
“Fully charged ” is displayed. Note when setting up
Note for connections
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he AC adaptor must remain
connected at all times. (It is normal for
the adaptor to feel warm during use.)
R The 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. During a power failure
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he unit will not work during a power
failure. We recommend connecting a
corded-type telephone (without AC
adaptor) to the same telephone line or to
the same telephone line jack using a
Panasonic T-adaptor (page 5). Note for battery installation
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se the supplied rechargeable
batteries. For replacement, we
recommend using the Panasonic
rechargeable batteries noted on
page 5, 6.
R Wipe the battery ends ( ,  ) with a
d

ry cloth.
R Avoid touching the battery ends ( ,
) or the unit contacts.
Note for battery charging
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t is normal for the handset to feel
warm during charging.
R Clean the charge contacts of the
handset, base unit, and charger with a
soft and dry cloth once a month.
Clean more often if the unit is
exposed to grease, dust, or high
humidity. Battery level
Icon Battery level
High
Medium
Low
Needs charging.
Empty
Panasonic Ni-MH battery
p

erformance (supplied batteries) Operation Operating time
In continuous use 13 hours max.*
 1
Not in use
(
 standby) 11 days max.
* 1 *1 If Eco mode is on.
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ote:
R Actual battery performance depends
on usage and ambient environment.
10 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help Getting StartedConfirm “Charging” is displayed.
Charge indicator