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Panasonic KX-TG5871AL Operating Instructions Manual

Manual is about: 5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System

Summary of KX-TG5871AL

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    This unit is compatible with caller id. To use this feature, you must subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider. Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save for future reference. Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use. 5.8 ghz expand...

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    Table of contents 2 introduction about these operating instructions . . . . . 4 accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 expanding your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 available accessory handsets . . . . . . 7 important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 8 for best performance . ....

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    Table of contents 3 dial lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 memory status (colour display models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 display setting l (colour display models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 wallpaper . . . . . . . ....

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    Introduction 4 thank you for purchasing a panasonic cordless telephone. We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference. Attach your purchase receipt here. About these operating instructions these operating instructions can be used for the kx-tg5871al, kx-tga580al, an...

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    Introduction 5 accessory information included accessories additional/replacement accessories no. Accessory items quantity 1 ac adaptor for base unit 1 2 telephone line cord 1 3 telephone plug 1 4 wall mounting adaptor 1 5 battery 1 6 handset cover 1 7 belt clip 1 8 audio cable 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 acce...

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    Introduction 6 expanding your phone the kx-tg5871al includes one handset and one base unit. You can expand the system by adding up to 7 accessory handsets, sold separately. A maximum of 8 handsets can be registered to a base unit. Any combination of the 2 available accessory handsets is possible. No...

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    Introduction 7 available accessory handsets 2 accessory handset models are available for the kx-tg5871al. Operations and features of 2 different accessory handsets have certain differences as indicated in the table below. *1 usb-support allows you to connect the handset to your pc and send pictures ...

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    Introduction 8 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 u...

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    Introduction 9 l do not touch the plug with wet hands. L the ac adaptor is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the ac outlet is installed near the unit and is easily accessible. L to prevent the electric shock, use only the included audio cable with the transformer when connecting the un...

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    Introduction 10 may void the emc compliance of the system or the peripherals. For best performance base unit location/noise the base unit and handset use radio waves to communicate with each other. For maximum distance and noise-free operation, we recommend the following: l placing the unit away fro...

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    Preparation 11 connections note: l use only the included panasonic ac adaptor pqlv1al. L the ac adaptor must remain connected at all times. (it is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.) l the ac adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted ac outlet. Do not connect...

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    Preparation 12 if you subscribe to an adsl service l please attach a noise filter (contact your adsl provider) to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack in the event of the following: – noise is heard during conversations. – caller id features (page 32) do not function ...

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    Preparation 13 battery charge place the handset on the base unit for 6 hours before initial use. L the unit will beep once, the charge indicator will light, and “charging” will be displayed. L “charge completed” is displayed when the battery has been fully charged. The charge indicator will remain l...

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    Preparation 14 battery replacement if battery performance diminishes, make sure you have cleaned the charge contacts and fully charged the battery. The battery needs to be replaced if any of the following are displayed after a few phone calls even when you have fully charged the battery. – “recharge...

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    Preparation 15 controls and displays controls base unit a display b {erase} c {answer on} answer on indicator d navigator key e {memo} f message indicator g {message} h {stop} i {greeting rec} (recording) j {greeting check} k antenna l speaker m charge contacts n {program}{auto} o {mute} p {call wai...

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    Preparation 16 handset a speaker b soft keys c headset jack/audio jack d {c} (talk) e joystick f {s} (sp-phone) g usb cable jack (colour display models: kx-tga582al only) h {redial}{pause} i ringer indicator message indicator j receiver k display l {off} m {clear}{mute} n {intercom}{hold} o micropho...

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    Preparation 17 displays base unit display items handset display items *1 monochrome display models: kx-tg5871al and kxtga580al only *2 colour display models: kx-tga582al only displayed item meaning e flashes when the date and time need to be set. E flashes when message memory is full. O base unit ri...

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    Preparation 18 handset menu icons when in standby mode, pushing the centre of joystick reveals the handset’s main menu. From here you can access various features and settings. Important: l the menu icons shown in these instructions vary slightly from the actual icons shown on the display. Monochrome...

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    Preparation 19 setting the unit before use setting the date and time o 1 press {menu} (centre of joystick). 2 scroll to o, then press {select}. 3 scroll to “date and time”, then press { select}. 4 enter the current day, month, and year by selecting 2 digits for each. Example: 15 june, 2005 press {1}...

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    Making/answering calls 20 making calls using the handset 1 lift the handset and press {c}. L “talk” will be displayed. 2 dial the phone number. 3 when finished talking, press {off} or place the handset on the base unit or charger. Note: l the in use indicator on the base unit lights while the handse...

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    Making/answering calls 21 to make a call using the redial list the last 5 phone numbers dialled are stored in the redial list. 1 press {redial}. L the last number dialled will be displayed. 2 push the joystick up or down repeatedly to display the desired number. L to delete the displayed number, pre...

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    Making/answering calls 22 clarity booster this feature can improve sound clarity when the handset is used in an area where there may be interference. During an outside call, this feature will be turned on automatically when necessary. This feature will turn off when you hang up or put a call on hold...

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    Making/answering calls 23 making calls using the base unit 1 press {sp-phone}. L the sp-phone and in use indicators light. 2 dial the phone number. 3 when the other party answers, speak into the mic. 4 when finished talking, press {sp- phone}. L the sp-phone and in use indicators go out. Note: l tal...

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    Making/answering calls 24 call share when another extension is on an outside call, this feature allows you to join that call. To join a conversation, press {sp- phone} when another extension is on an outside call. L a maximum of 4 parties including the outside party can join a conversation. Recall b...

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    Making/answering calls 25 answering calls using the base unit when a call is being received, the in use indicator flashes rapidly. 1 press {sp-phone}. 2 speak into the mic. 3 when finished talking, press {sp- phone}. Adjusting the ringer volume 4 levels (high/medium/low/off) are available. While the...

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    Phonebook 26 handset phonebook the handset phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can add 50 names and phone numbers to the handset phonebook and search for phonebook entries by name. Important: l kx-tga582al only: you can also create and edit phonebook items using y...

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    Phonebook 27 character table the dial keys can be used to enter characters. To enter a character, press the appropriate dial key, repeatedly if necessary. To enter another character that is located on the same dial key, first push the joystick right to move the cursor to the next space. To edit/corr...

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    Phonebook 28 adding items/calling someone in the phonebook using the unit’s menu p (monochrome display models only) important: l only the kx-tg5871al and kx- tga580al support this feature. Monochrome display model users can also enter the phonebook from the handset’s main menu. 1 press {menu} (centr...

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    Phonebook 29 chain dial feature this feature allows you to dial phone numbers from the phonebook while you are on a call. Example: using a long distance calling card 1 dial from the phonebook: 08000123456 (calling card access number). 2 when prompted, dial from the phonebook: 1234 (calling card pin)...

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    Phonebook 30 7 press {off}. Copying all items 1 press {c} (right soft key). 2 press {copy}. 3 scroll to “all items”, then press { select}. 4 scroll to the destination handset’s number, then press {send}. L when all items have been copied, “complete” will be displayed. L the destination handset displ...

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    Speed dialler 31 base unit speed dialler the base unit speed dialler allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can assign one phone number to each of the 10 dial keys ({0} to {9}) on the base unit. Adding phone numbers to the speed dialler important: l before storing phone number...

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    Caller id service 32 using caller id service this unit is caller id compatible. To use caller id features, you must subscribe to your telephone company’s caller id service. Caller id features when an outside call is being received, the calling party’s phone number will be displayed. Phone numbers fo...

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    Caller id service 33 talking caller id this feature allows you to know who is calling without looking at the display. When a call comes in, the handset and base unit will announce the caller’s name displayed on the handset following every ring. To use this feature, you must subscribe to your telepho...

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    Caller id service 34 ringer id and light-up id this feature can help you identify who is calling by using different ringers and ringer indicator colours for different callers stored in the phonebook. You can assign a different ringer and indicator colour to each phonebook item. When a call is receiv...

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    Caller id service 35 1 press {c} (right soft key). 2 push the joystick up or down repeatedly to display the desired item. 3 press {option}. 4 press {3} to select “picture id”. 5 to select a preset picture, scroll to “fixed data”, then press {select}. Or to select your original picture, scroll to “us...

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    Caller id service 36 displayed symbols l if the same caller calls more than once, it will be displayed with the number (“×2” to “×9”). Only the date and time of the most recent call will be stored. L a q is displayed next to items which have already been viewed or answered on this handset. Editing a...

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    Intercom features 37 intercom intercom calls can be made between the handset and the base unit, and between the included handset and a compatible panasonic handset (page 5). Call the desired unit by selecting the extension number (! To )), shown in the upper right of each handset’s display. The base...

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    Intercom features 38 voice paging the base unit user can make a voice announcement that is heard through the speakers of all handsets. 1 press {intercom}, then press {*} (a). L you will hear a ringback tone (2 short beeps) and the sp-phone indicator will flash. 2 when the sp-phone indicator stops fl...

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    Intercom features 39 call will ring at your handset again. If you still do not answer the call within 4 minutes, the call will be disconnected. Transferring a call from the base unit important: l when you page all handsets, only the handset user who answers first can take the transferred call. 1 dur...

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    Intercom features 40 conference calls a conference call allows the handset and the base unit or a compatible panasonic handset (page 5) to speak together with an outside party. Using the handset 1 during an outside call, press { intercom}. L the call will be put on hold. 2 to page the base unit, pre...

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    Intercom features 41 room monitor this feature allows you to listen in on a room where the handset or base unit is located. The monitored extension will not ring, allowing you to easily monitor, for example, a baby’s room from different areas of the house. If you want to prevent your unit from being...

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    Intercom features 42 monitoring with the base unit 1 press {intercom}, then press { mute}. 2 to call the desired handset, press its extension number ({1} to {8}). L the base unit will start to monitor the room through the handset. 3 to end monitoring, press {intercom} or {sp-phone}. L the monitored ...

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    Programmable settings 43 guide to handset programming for your reference, a chart of all programmable functions is printed below. Details for each item can be found on the corresponding pages. To programme, press {menu} (centre of joystick), push the joystick up, down, left, or right to scroll throu...

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    Programmable settings 44 colour display models: kx-tga582al only initial setting n talking callerid – 55 set area code – 55 room monitor – 41 lcd contrast – 56 key tone – 56 auto talk – 56 interrupt tone – 56 set base unit ringer volume *1 57 ringer tone *1 57 interrupt tone *1 58 room monitor *1 41...

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    Programmable settings 45 *1 if you programme these settings using one of the handsets, you will not need to programme the same item using another handset. Function m voice enhancer – 52 dial lock *1 – 52 memory status – 53 initial setting n talking callerid – 55 set area code – 55 room monitor – 41 ...

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    Programmable settings 46 programming via direct commands you can also programme features using “direct commands”—special codes that take you directly to the feature you wish to programme and allow you to select the desired setting. There is no need to scroll through the unit’s menus. Details of each...

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    Programmable settings 47 lcd contrast (handset) { 1} {4} {5} { 1}: level 1 {2}: level 2 { 3}: level 3* {4}: level 4 { 5}: level 5 {6}: level 6 55, 56 ringer volume (handset) { 1} {6} {0} { 1}: low {2}: medium { 3}: high* {0}: off 49 ringer tone tone & melody (handset) { 1} {6} {1} scroll to “tone & ...

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    Programmable settings 48 direct commands chart (colour display models: kx-tga582al only) call screening { 3} {1} {0} { 1}: on* {0}: off 69 message alert { 3} {4} {0} { 1}: on {0}: off* 69 ringer volume (base unit) {*} {1} {6} {0} { 1}: low {2}: medium { 3}: high* {0}: off 57 ringer tone (base unit) ...

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    Programmable settings 49 ringer settings k handset ringer volume 4 levels (high/medium/low/off) are available. 1 press {menu} (centre of joystick). 2 scroll to k, then press {select}. 3 scroll to “ringer volume”, then press { select}. 4 push the joystick up or down repeatedly to select the desired v...

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    Programmable settings 50 – the caller hangs up before you answer the call. – another person answers the call using another phone connected on the same line. L the preset song “demo1” in this product is used with permission of © 2005 speed crazy. L the preset song “demo2” in this product is used with...

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    Programmable settings 51 11 press {save}, then press {off}. 12 disconnect the audio cable from the handset. Note: l kx-tg5871al and kx-tga580al only: the total recording time is 90 seconds. L kx-tga582al only: recorded songs are stored in the same memory storage space as downloaded pictures. If no p...

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    Programmable settings 52 function m voice enhancer you can turn the voice enhancer feature on or off. 1 press {menu} (centre of joystick). 2 scroll to m, then press {select}. 3 scroll to “voice enhancer”, then press {select}. 4 push the joystick up or down repeatedly to select “on” or “off”. L when ...

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    Programmable settings 53 memory status (colour display models only) important: l only the kx-tga582al supports this feature. You can confirm the amount of handset memory used for your pictures, wallpaper patterns, and songs. A maximum of 126 individual files can be stored in memory (in addition to t...

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    Programmable settings 54 display setting l (colour display models only) important: l only the kx-tga582al supports these features. Wallpaper you can select the “wallpaper” pattern shown on the display in standby mode. There are 3 preset patterns. You can also download your original pictures from a p...

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    Programmable settings 55 handset display colour (appearance) you can select the desired display colour. 1 press {menu} (centre of joystick). 2 scroll to l, then press {select}. 3 scroll to “appearance”, then press { select}. 4 push the joystick up or down repeatedly to select the desired colour. 5 p...

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    Programmable settings 56 handset lcd contrast (monochrome display models only) important: l only the kx-tg5871al and kx- tga580al support this feature. You can adjust the handset display contrast. There are 6 levels. 1 press {menu} (centre of joystick). 2 scroll to n, then press {select}. 3 scroll t...

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    Programmable settings 57 4 scroll to “set recall time”, then press {select}. 5 push the joystick up or down repeatedly to select the desired setting. 6 press {save}, then press {off}. Note: l you can access telstra’s “easy call” service by having the recall time set at 100 ms, and then follow telstr...

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    Programmable settings 58 base unit interrupt tone this tone lets you know when you receive a call while you are on an intercom call or monitoring a room. “2”: the tone will sound 2 times. “on”: the tone will sound for as long as the line rings. “off”: turns this feature off. 1 press {menu} (centre o...

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    Programmable settings 59 registering the handset if you want to use the handset with a different base unit of the same model, register it to that base unit. The handset will be given a new extension number of that base unit. Important: l before registering, make sure the base unit and the other hand...

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    Answering system features 60 answering system the unit contains an answering system which can answer and record calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone. For details about memory capacity, see page 65. Important: l only 1 person can access the answering system (listen to messages, ...

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    Answering system features 61 to play back the greeting message press {greeting check}. Erasing your greeting message press {greeting check}, and then press {erase} while your greeting message is playing. L if you do not re-record your greeting message, the unit will use a pre- recorded greeting mess...

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    Answering system features 62 listening to messages when new messages have been recorded: – the message indicator on the base unit will flash. – the message indicator on the handset will flash slowly if the message alert feature is turned on (page 69). The base unit display will show the number of me...

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    Answering system features 63 l the unit will announce “no messages”. Note: l caller information for the erased messages will remain in the caller list. Listening to messages using the handset when new messages have been recorded, “new message” is displayed. L colour display models (kx-tga582al only)...

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    Answering system features 64 answering system commands you can also operate the answering system by pressing dial keys. To use the following commands, press { menu} (centre of joystick), then press { play}. *1 if pressed within the first 5 seconds of a message, the previous message will be played. *...

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    Answering system features 65 memory capacity the total recording capacity (including your greeting message, caller messages, and voice memos) is about 16 minutes. A maximum of 64 messages (including a greeting message) can be recorded. L if message memory becomes full: – e flashes on the base unit. ...

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    Answering system features 66 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 message...

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    Answering system features 67 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. Answering system settings j remote code a remote code must...

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    Answering system features 68 ring count you can change the number of times the phone rings before the unit answers calls. You can select 2 to 7 rings 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 messag...

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    Answering system features 69 message alert you can select whether or not the message indicator on the handset will flash when new messages have been recorded (page 62). 1 press {menu} (centre of joystick). 2 scroll to j, then press {select}. 3 scroll to “message alert”, then press { select}. 4 push ...

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    Useful information 70 wall mounting the base unit can be mounted on a wall. 1 connect the ac adaptor. 2 tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor ( 1). Connect the telephone line cord ( 2). 3 insert the hooks on the wall mounting adaptor into the holes ( a) and (b) on the base un...

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    Useful information 71 4 adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit, then push it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. 5 drive the screws (not included) into the wall using the wall mount template (see below). Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide it down. L r...

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    Useful information 72 to remove the wall mounting adaptor while pushing down the release levers ( 1), remove the adaptor (2). Tg5871al.Book page 72 friday, june 17, 2005 7:01 pm.

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    Useful information 73 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 hea...

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    Useful information 74 error messages if the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages will be displayed on the handset. Display message cause & solution busy l the called handset or base unit is in use. L privacy mode is on for the call you tried to join (page 22). L the handset you trie...

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    Useful information 75 ---incomplete--- tom jones 0555654321 phonebook full (the name/number is an example.) l when phonebook items were sent to another handset, the handset’s phonebook memory was full and copying stopped. Press {off} to exit. Erase items from another handset’s phonebook (page 28). W...

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    Useful information 76 troubleshooting general use programmable settings problem cause & solution the unit does not work. L make sure that the battery is installed correctly (page 12). L check the connections (page 11). L fully charge the battery (page 13). L clean the charge contacts and charge agai...

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    Useful information 77 making/answering calls, intercom while programming, the handset starts to ring. L a call is being received. Answer the call and start again from the beginning after hanging up. I cannot record, download, or erase songs, and “recharge battery” is displayed. I cannot download or ...

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    Useful information 78 phonebook i cannot have a conversation using the headset. L make sure that an optional headset is connected properly (page 73). L if “sp-phone” is displayed on the handset, press {c} to switch to the headset. L use only the panasonic kx-tca88al headset. I cannot page the handse...

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    Useful information 79 caller id problem cause & solution the handset does not display the caller’s phone number. L you have not subscribed to caller id service. Contact your telephone company to subscribe. L if your unit is connected to any additional telephone equipment such as a caller id box or w...

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    Useful information 80 answering system problem cause & solution i cannot listen to messages from a remote location. L a touch tone phone is required for remote operation. L press the remote code correctly and press each key firmly (page 65). L the answering system is off. Turn it on (page 66). E fla...

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    Useful information 81 battery recharge power failure problem cause & solution “recharge battery” is displayed, 3 flashes or the handset beeps intermittently. L fully charge the battery (page 13). “charge for 6 hrs” and 4 are displayed and the handset does not work. L the battery has been discharged....

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    Useful information 82 instructions to customer installation attached to this apparatus is an approval label. This label is evidence that it is a “permitted attachment” which has been authorised to be connected to your telephone service. Conditions relating to connection and operation of this permitt...

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    Useful information 83 if you are satisfied with the operation of your telephone service after plugging in your permitted attachment, your installation is completed. You will be unable to connect this permitted attachment if your telephone service consists only of a wall phone or an old style telepho...

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    Useful information 84 specifications base unit operating environment: 5 °c – 40 °c frequency: 5.76 ghz – 5.84 ghz dimensions: approx. Height 96 mm x width 210 mm x depth 157 mm mass (weight): approx. 405 g power consumption: standby: approx. 2.6 w maximum: approx. 5.5 w power supply: ac adaptor (230...

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    Index 85 index a accessories: 5 accessory handset: 7 answering calls base unit: 25 handset: 24 answering system: 60 appearance: 55 area code: 55 audio cable: 50 auto talk: 24, 56 b backlit display: 18 backlit handset keypad: 18 base unit location: 10 battery charge: 13 installation: 12 performance: ...

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    Index 86 n noise: 10 p pause: 22, 31 phonebook adding: 26 calling: 27 copying: 29, 30 editing: 28 erasing: 28 names: 27 option: 34 picture id: 34 power failure: 11, 81 privacy feature: 22 r recall button: 22, 24 recall time: 56 recording time: 68 redial: 20, 23 redial list: 21 registration: 59 remot...

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    87 notes tg5871al.Book page 87 friday, june 17, 2005 7:01 pm.

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    Copyright: this material is copyrighted by panasonic communications co., ltd., and may be reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written consent of panasonic communications co., ltd. © 2005 panasonic communications co., ltd. All right...