Panasonic Kx Tgm420 Operating Instructions Manual

							
Specifications
RStandard:
DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications 6.0)
R Frequency range:
1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz
R RF transmission power:
115 mW (max.)
R Power source:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
R Power consumption:
Base unit *1
:
Standby: Approx. 0.8 W
Maximum: Approx. 4.3 W
Base unit *2
:
Standby: Approx. 1.0 W
Maximum: Approx. 8.3 W
R Operating conditions:
0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F), 20 % – 80 % relative air humidity (dry)
*1 KX-TGM420
*2 KX-TGM450
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Setting up
Connections
Connect the AC adaptor to the unit by pressing the plug firmly.
Fasten the cord by hooking it.
Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet.
Connect the telephone line cord to the unit, then to the
single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) until you hear a click.
A DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if you have a DSL/
ADSL service.
Note:
R The AC adaptor and telephone line cord come connected to the base unit at the time of
shipment.
R Use only the supplied Panasonic AC adaptor. *1
*1 PNLV226: KX-TGM420 PNLV236: KX-TGM450
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Handset battery charging
2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries are installed in the handset at the
time of shipment.
Before initial use: Remove the yellow insulation sheet before
using the handset.
Charge for about 7 hours.
R Confirm  “Charging ” is displayed (
).
R When the batteries are fully charged,  “Fully charged ” is displayed.
R Follow the directions on the display to set up the unit.
Handset battery level
IconBattery level
High
Medium
Low
Needs charging.
Empty
Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance
OperationOperating time
In continuous use13 hours max. *1
Not in use (standby)9 days max.*1
*1 If eco mode is on and booster is off.
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Note:
RActual battery performance depends on usage and ambient environment.
Handset battery installation (for replacement)
R USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size (
).
R Do NOT use alkaline/manganese/Ni-Cd batteries.
R Confirm correct polarities (
, ).
Base unit backup batteries
2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries are installed in the base unit at the
time of shipment. These batteries can be used to supply power to
the base unit in the event of a power failure.
Before initial use:  Remove the yellow insulation sheet before
using the base unit.
Base unit battery status when a power failure occurs
ItemBattery status
Power backup mode is on. *1
Battery power is low.*2
*1
When the base unit is running on battery power, “” is displayed on the message counter
of the base unit. If there is other information that can be displayed, such as the number of
answering system messages, the other information is displayed.
*2 When the base unit is running on battery power and the remaining battery power is too low,
“
” flashes and the base unit beeps. Additionally, the base unit’s message indicator
flashes.
Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance when operating on
backup battery power
OperationOperating time
In continuous use3 hours max.
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OperationOperating time
Not in use (standby)4 hours max.
Note:
RBattery performance depends on the type of batteries.
R Actual battery performance depends on usage and ambient environment.
R If the base unit is running on battery power, the brightness of the message counter on the
base unit is reduced to save battery power.
R When the base unit is running on battery power, the maximum ringer volume of the base unit
will be reduced.
R If your phone service provider requires additional devices in order to make and receive calls,
such as a modem, you may still not be able to make and receive calls even if the base unit’s
backup power feature is functioning.
Base unit battery installation (for replacement)
Important:
R The following AAA (R03) size batteries can be used with the base unit:
– Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries *1
– Standard (non-rechargeable) alkaline batteries *2
R Do NOT use manganese batteries.
R Confirm correct polarities (
, ).
*1 The base unit can fully charge Ni-MH batteries in about 15 hours.
*2 If the rechargeable batteries become depleted during a power failure, you can insert alkaline batteries into the base unit. Remove the alkaline batteries when power is restored.
1 Disconnect the telephone line cord ( A).
2 Open the battery cover ( B).
3 Install the batteries in the battery compartment ( C).
4 Close the cover ( D), then reconnect the telephone line cord
( E ).
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Note when setting up
Note for connections
RThe 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.
Note for battery installation
R Use the supplied rechargeable batteries. For replacement, we recommend using the
Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 5, 8.
Note for battery charging
R It 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. Before cleaning the unit, disconnect from power outlets and any telephone line
cords. Clean more often if the unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high humidity.
Intelligent eco mode
This feature automatically reduces handset power consumption by
suppressing handset transmission power when the handset is close
to the base unit.
R When this feature is activated, 
 is displayed.
R Eco mode is turned off when the sound enhancer is activated (page 34).
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Controls
Handset
Belt clip holes
RThe belt clip comes attached to the handset at the time of shipment.
Speaker
MTONE N (Tone control)
MjN /MkN  (VOL.: Volume up/down)
MFLASH N
M TALK N
Dial keypad
*: Temporary tone dialing
0 : (
) Ringer off
Headset jack
RThis jack is used to connect an optional headset (page 5) or a user-supplied neckloop to
the handset. You must set the  “Headset type ” setting to match the type of device
connected (page 30).
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MZ N (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)
Microphone
Message indicator
Receiver
Display
M OFF N
MSLOW N (SLOW TALK)
SLOW TALK indicator
M BOOST N
BOOST indicator
R Light off: Volume booster is turned off.
Light in red: Volume booster is turned on.
Note that when the BOOST indicator is lit in red, the volume booster feature is enabled
and the product may emit sounds at very high volume.
Charge contacts
n Control type
 Soft keys
By pressing a soft key, you can select the feature shown directly
above it on the display.
  Navigator key
– MD N,  MC N,  MF N, or  ME N: Scroll through various lists and items.
– VOL. (Volume:  MD N or  MC N): Adjust the receiver or speaker
volume while talking.
– MF N W : View the phonebook entry.
– ME N REDIAL: View the redial list.
– MC N CID (Caller ID): View the caller list.
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Base unit
Charge contacts
Speaker
MRINGER OFF N
RINGER OFF indicator
M FLASH/CALL WAIT N
MLOCATOR/INTERCOM N
R You can locate a misplaced handset by pressing  MLOCATOR/INTERCOM N.
MN  (Repeat)
MN (Skip)
Message counter
MSLOW TALK N
SLOW TALK indicator
M TONE N (Tone control)
MERASE/MUTE N
MjN/MkN  (VOLUME: Volume up/down)
MM1 N (Memory dial 1)
M M2 N (Memory dial 2)
M M3 N (Memory dial 3)
MZN  (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)
SP-PHONE indicator ( Z)
Message indicator
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Microphone
MN (PLAY/STOP)
New Message/Play indicator (
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M ANSWER ON/OFF N
ANSWER ON/OFF indicator (
)
Display icons
Handset display items
ItemMeaning
Within base unit range
Out of base unit range
Sound enhancer is on. (page 34)
The line is in use.
R When flashing: The call is put on hold.
R When flashing rapidly: An incoming call is now being received.
Speech booster is on. (page 26)
Eco mode is on. (page 16)
Noise reduction is set. (page 34)
 – Tone control level (Tone 1-6 or Custom tone)
ZSpeakerphone is on. (page 32)
Ringer volume is off. (page 33, 44)
Silent mode is on. (page 50)
Call sharing mode is off. (page 47)
Alarm is on. (page 49)
Handset number
Battery level
Blocked call (page 37)
In useAnswering system is being used by another handset or the base unit.
Line in useSomeone is using the line.
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