Panasonic Kx Tgf372 Operating Instructions Manual

							
Operating Instructions
Link-to-Cell Bluetooth Convergence Solution
Model No.KX-TGF372
KX-TGF373
KX-TGF374
KX-TGF375
KX-TG585SK 
 
 
  
 
 
Model shown is KX-TGF372.
Before initial use, see “Getting Started”
on page 11.
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 83.
For assistance, visit our Web site:  www.panasonic.com/support for customers in
the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.
Please register your product: www.panasonic.com/prodreg

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Introduction
Model composition ....................................... 4
Accessory information  ..................................4
Important Information
For your safety  ............................................. 7
Important safety instructions  ........................8
For best performance  ...................................8
Other information  ......................................... 9
Specifications  ............................................. 10
Getting Started
Setting up  ................................................... 11
Controls  ...................................................... 13
Display icons/Indicators  .............................14
Language settings  ...................................... 16
Date and time  ............................................. 16
Recording your greeting message  .............16
Other settings  ............................................. 16
Link to Cell
Link to cell feature  ...................................... 17
Pairing a cellular phone ..............................17
Link to cell settings  ..................................... 18
Making/Answering Calls Using
the Handset
Making cellular calls  ................................... 21
Making landline calls  .................................. 21
Answering calls  .......................................... 22
Useful features during a call .......................22
Power backup operation for landline  ..........25
Making/Answering Calls Using
the Base Unit
Making cellular calls  ................................... 27
Making landline calls  .................................. 27
Answering calls  .......................................... 28
Useful features during a call .......................28
Intercom
Intercom  ..................................................... 31
Call Block
Using the  MCALL BLOCK N button  ............. 32
Storing unwanted callers  ............................32
Phonebook
Phonebook  ................................................. 35Speed dial .................................................. 38
Programming
Menu list  ..................................................... 40
Alarm  .......................................................... 49
Silent mode  ................................................ 50
Baby monitor  .............................................. 51
Other programming  .................................... 53
Registering a unit  ....................................... 53
Caller ID Service
Using Caller ID service ...............................54
Caller list  .................................................... 54
Using Bluetooth ®
 Devices
Copying phonebook from a cellular phone
(phonebook transfer)  ..................................57
Link to Cell app  .......................................... 58
Text message (SMS) alert  .........................59
Alert settings for your DECT phone  ...........59
Using a Bluetooth wireless headset (optional)
for landline calls  ......................................... 60
Answering System for Landline
Answering system for landline  ...................62
Turning the answering system on/off  .........62
Greeting message  ...................................... 62
Listening to messages  ...............................63
Advanced new message alerting
features  ...................................................... 65
Remote operation .......................................66
Answering system settings .........................67
Useful Information
Voicemail service for landline .....................69
Wall mounting  ............................................ 70
Error messages  .......................................... 72
Troubleshooting  ......................................... 73
FCC and other information  .........................81
Guía Rápida Española
Guía Rápida Española  ...............................83
Appendix
Customer services  ..................................... 93
Warranty (For United States and Puerto
Rico)  ........................................................... 94
Index
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Table of Contents

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Index........................................................... 96
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Table of Contents

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Model composition
SeriesModel No.Base unitHandset
Part No.Part No.Quantity
KX-TGF370
seriesKX-TGF372KX-TGF370KX-TGFA302
KX-TGF373KX-TGF370KX-TGFA303
KX-TGF374KX-TGF370KX-TGFA304
KX-TGF375KX-TGF370KX-TGFA305
KX-TG585SKKX-TGF370KX-TGFA305
Accessory information
Supplied accessories
No.Supplied handset qty.2 units*13 units*24 units*35 units*4
Accessory item/Part numberAccessory quantity
AAC adaptor/PNLV226Z1111
BTelephone line cord *51111
CWall mounting adaptor/PNKL1038Z11111
DRechargeable batteries *646810
EHandset cover/PNYNTGA680BR *72345
FBelt clip/PNKE1268Z12345
GCharger*81234
*1 KX-TGF372
*2 KX-TGF373
*3 KX-TGF374
*4 KX-TGF375/KX-TG585SK
*5 PQJA10075Y: Black cord, PQJA10075Z: Transparent cord
*6 See page 5 for replacement battery information.
*7 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
*8 PNLC1040ZS (Silver), PNLC1040ZB (Black)
ABCDE
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Additional/replacement accessories
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information (page 93).
Accessory itemModel number/Specifications
Rechargeable
batteriesHHR-4DPA*1
R To order, please visit
www.panasonic.com/batterystore
Battery type:
– Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
– 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset
HeadsetKX-TCA60, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA400, KX-TCA430
T-adaptorKX-J66
Range extenderKX-TGA405 *2
Key detectorKX-TGA20*3
*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries.
*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: www.panasonic.com/RangeExtender
*3 By registering the key detector (4 max.) to a Panasonic Digital Cordless Phone and attaching it to an easy-to-lose item in advance, you can locate and find the mislaid item to
which the key detector is attached. Please visit our Web site:
www.panasonic.net/pcc/products/telephone/p/tga20/
Other information
RDesign and specifications are subject to change without notice.
R The illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product.
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Expanding your phone system
Handset (optional): KX-TGFA30
You can expand your phone system by
registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a
single base unit.
ROptional handsets may be a different color
from that of the supplied handsets.
Bluetooth ®
 devices
You can expand your phone system by pairing the following units to a single base unit.
Your Bluetooth cellular phone *1
: 2 max.
(for cellular calls: page 17)
Your Bluetooth headset *1
: 1 max.
(for a wireless hands-free conversation: page 60)
*1 Your cellular phone and headset must be Bluetooth wireless technology compatible. For more details and the list of compatible cellular phones, please visit our Web site:
www.panasonic.com/link2cell
Trademarks
RThe Bluetooth ®
 word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.,
and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license.
R iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
R Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
R Gmail, Google Calendar are trademarks of Google Inc.
R Facebook is trademark of Facebook, Inc.
R Twitter is trademark of Twitter Inc.
R Instagram is trademark of Instagram, Inc.
R BlackBerry ®
 is owned by Research In Motion Limited and is registered in the United States
and may be pending or registered in other countries. Panasonic is not endorsed, sponsored,
affiliated with or otherwise authorized by Research In Motion Limited.
R All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.
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For your safety
To 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
RUse 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 us
at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
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
RTo 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.
RDo not allow the AC adaptor or telephone
line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or
placed under heavy objects.
Operating safeguards
RUnplug 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
RConsult 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
RNever 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.
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RThis product is unable to make calls when:
– the handset batteries need recharging or
have failed.
– there is a power failure.
Battery
R We 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.
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
recyclable 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
instructions
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 indicated 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
The 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.
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RIf the reception for a base unit location is
not satisfactory, move the base unit to
another location for better reception.
Environment
RKeep 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
following places: Near obstacles such as
hills, 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
RWipe the outer surface of the product
with a soft moist cloth.
R Do not use benzine, thinner, or any
abrasive powder.
Other information
CAUTION:  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 return
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
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Specifications
RStandard:
DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced Cordless
Telecommunications 6.0)
Bluetooth wireless technology 2.1
R Frequency range:
1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz (DECT)
2.402 GHz to 2.48 GHz (Bluetooth)
R RF transmission power:
115 mW (max.)
R Power source:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
R Power consumption:
Base unit:
Standby: Approx. 1.2 W
Maximum: Approx. 4.5 W
Charger:
Standby: Approx. 0.1 W
Maximum: Approx. 1.8 W
R Operating conditions:
0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F), 20 % – 80 %
relative air humidity (dry)
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