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Panasonic KX-TG5439 5.8 GHz Dual Handset Cordless Phone (P02120)

1. Battery icon Battery strength oon Fully charged Or Medium Cr Low When flashing needs to be recharged C7 Discharged Recharging the battery Recharge the battery when Recharge battery is displayed or L_a flashes on the handset display the handset beeps intermittently while it is in use Note Recharge the handset battery for more than 15 minutes or the display will continue showing the indication e f the battery has been discharged the handset will display Charge for 6h and __7 when you place the handset on the base unit or charger For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 11 Preparation Battery performance After your Panasonic battery is fully charged you can expect the following performance Operation Operating time While in use Up to 5 hours talking While not in use Up to 11 days standby f While using the Clarity Booster feature page 20 Up to 3 hours 1 Handset is off the base unit or charger but not in use Note Battery power is consumed whenever the handset is off the base unit or charger even when the handset is not in use The longer you leave the handset off the base unit or charger the shorter you can actually talk on the handset Actual battery performance depends on a combination of how often the handset is in use and how often it is not in use Once the battery is fully ch
2. This product is not designed to make calls in the event of a power failure We recommend connecting a standard telephone to the same telephone line in the event that emergency calls need to be made during a power failure page 9 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 61 Useful Information Important information about subscription services In order to use Caller ID Call Waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID CWID you must first contact your telephone company and subscribe to the desired service For more information contact your telephone company If the Call Waiting Caller ID CWID feature does not function You may need to contact your telephone company to activate this specific service even if you already subscribed to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services CWID If you subscribe to a flat rate bundle service that includes Caller ID Call Waiting Voice Mail and unlimited local regional long distance calls please read the following To use the Voice Mail service provided by the telephone company rather than the unit s answering system turn off the answering system by pressing ANSWER ON on the base unit This unit does not have an indicator to indicate if there are new messages in your mailbox service To use this unit s answering system rather than the Voice Mail service provided by your telephone company please contact your telephone company t
3. 004 36 Auto talk eira en nee 36 Voice changer 36 Voice enhancer 37 Caller ID edit 37 Display options 37 Handset LCD contrast 37 Display language 37 Telephone settings 38 Dialing mode 38 Flash time 00000 38 Line mode ieonta ed ea ee 38 Other options 39 Handset key tone 39 Re registering the handset 39 Time adjustment Caller ID subscribers ONIY sos Sie a ae ee Aes 40 Customer support 40 Programming via direct commands 41 Direct commands chart 41 Answering System Features Answering system 43 Recording your greeting message 43 Erasing your greeting message 44 2 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Table of Contents Pre recorded greeting message 44 Turning the answering system on off 44 Screening your calls 44 Listening to messages 45 Listening to messages using the base UIE o oo bie age hired 2 aes E 45 Listening to messages using the handset crisser estore eritir 46 Memory capacity 47 Remote operation 48 Using the answering system remotely 2 200 48 Answering system settings 49 Remote code 49 Ring count 50 Caller
4. Error messages If the unit detects a problem one of the following messages will be displayed on the handset Display message Busy Cause amp solution The called handset is in use The handset you tried to copy phonebook items to is in 4 use The handset you are calling is too far from the base unit Error When you tried to register the handset the handset and the base unit could not link for some reason such as interference from electrical appliances Move the handset and the base unit away from the electrical appliances and try again The other handset tried to send phonebook items to you but there was an error Have the other handset user re send the items to you page 24 1 Incomplete Phonebook full When the phonebook item s was were sent to another handset the handset s phonebook memory was full and copying stopped Press OFF to exit Erase items from the other handset s phonebook page 23 When phonebook memory is available you can copy all phonebook items page 25 or individual items one by one page 24 1 No link to base Move closer to base try again The handset has lost communication with the base unit Move closer to the base unit and try again Confirm that the base unit s AC adaptor is plugged in Raise the base unit antennas The handset s registration may have been canceled Re register the handset page
5. 20 PAUSE button for PBX long distance service users 2 21 Flash button 0 4 21 For Call Waiting service users 21 Temporary tone dialing for rotary pulse service users 21 Phonebook Using the phonebook 22 Adding items to the phonebook 22 Calling someone in the phonebook 23 Editing items in the phonebook 23 Erasing items in the phonebook 23 Chain dial feature 24 Copying phonebook items KX TG5439 ONY moxie ages thefts 8 see ee foe paT 24 Copying anitem 24 Copying allitems 25 Caller ID Service Using Caller ID service 26 Ringer ID and light up ID 26 Caler listi 0 j c825 0 see Yee Ves 27 Viewing the caller list and calling Back ori satel nebea behets 27 Editing a caller s phone number before calling back 0 28 Storing caller information into the phonebook 4 29 Erasing caller information 29 Intercom Features Intercom ae AE eee 30 For KX TG5438 users 30 For KX TG5439 users 31 Transferring a call KX TG5439 only 32 Conference calls KX TG5439 only 32 Programmable Settings Guide to handset programming 33 Ringer settings 34 Handset ringer volume 34 Handset ringer tone 35 Handset interrupt tone 35 Call options
6. 100ms 110ms 250ms 300ms 400ms 600ms or 700ms default 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Set tel line by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Scroll to Set flash time by pressing Y or a then press gt 5 Press Y or 4 repeatedly to select the desired setting 6 Press Save then press OFF Note The setting should stay at 700 ms unless pressing Flash fails to pick up the Call Waiting call f the unit is connected via a PBX certain PBX functions call transferring etc may not work correctly Consult your PBX supplier for the correct setting Line mode The line mode is preset to B and generally should not be adjusted If Line in use on the handset is not displayed properly the line mode selection is incorrect Set line mode to 2 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Set tel line by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Scrollto Set line mode by pressing Y or a then press gt 5 Press Y or a repeatedly to select the desired setting 6 Press Save then press OFF 38 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Programmable Settings Other options Handset key tone You can select whether or not key tones
7. Call To correct a digit press lt or gt to move the cursor then press CLEAR Enter the correct number f a pause is required when dialing press PAUSE where needed page 21 To cancel press OFF 2 Press J 4 or Call 3 When finished talking press OFF or place the handset on the base unit or charger To redial the last number dialed 1 Press N or 4 2 Press REDIAL For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 17 Making Answering Calls To make a call using the redial list The last 5 phone numbers dialed are stored in the redial list 1 Press REDIAL The last number dialed will be displayed 2 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the desired number To delete the displayed number press CLEAR To exit the list press OFF 3 Press N 4 or Call Answering calls When a call is being received the ringer indicator flashes rapidly 1 Lift the handset and press x or 4 You can also answer a call by pressing any button except Y a 4 gt or OFF Any key talk feature 2 When finished talking press OFF or place the handset on the base unit or charger Auto talk This feature allows you to answer a call by simply lifting the handset off the base unit or charger You do not need to press y To activate this feature see page 36 Temporary ringer off While the handset is ringing for a
8. If you subscribe to an xDSL service Please attach a noise filter contact your xDSL 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 26 do not function properly ee l To single line telephone jack RJ11C D A H Telephone lee line cord Noise filter For xDSL users Battery installation 1 Release the battery cover latch and slide the cover open 2 Insert the battery and press it down until it snaps into the compartment 10 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Preparation Battery charge Place the handset on the base unit or charger for 6 hours before initial use The unit will beep once the CHARGE indicator will light and Charging will be displayed Charge completed is displayed when the battery has been fully charged The CHARGE indicator will remain lit Base unit CHARGE indicator Charger unit KX TG5439 only CHARGE fs indicator Note To ensure the battery charges properly clean the charge contacts of the handset base unit and charger with a soft dry cloth once a month Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease dust or high humidity Battery strength You can confirm the battery strength on the handset display
9. 11 To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this unit Take the unit to an authorized service center when service is required Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently used 12 Unplug this unit from power outlets and refer servicing to an authorized service center when the following conditions occur A When the power cord is damaged or frayed B If liquid has been spilled into the unit C Ifthe unit has been exposed to rain or water D If the unit does not work normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only controls covered by the operating instructions Improper adjustment may require extensive work by an authorized service center E If the unit has been dropped or physically damaged F If the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance 13 During thunderstorms avoid using telephones except cordless types There may be a remote risk of an electric shock from lightning 14 Do not use this unit to report a gas leak when in the vicinity of the leak SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Installation Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has be
10. Caller ID subscribers can use ringer ID and light up ID features page 26 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 press gt to move the cursor to the next space Key Characters 1 T 2 abcABC2 3 def DEF 3 4 ghi GHI 4 5 j kIiJKLS5 6 mnoMNoO6 7 pPqrsPQRS 7 8 t uv T UV 8 9 wxyz WXYZ 9 0 0 Space H CLEAR To delete a character or number To edit correct a mistake Press 4 or gt to move the cursor to the character or number you wish to erase then press CLEAR Enter the appropriate character or number Note Press and hold CLEAR to erase all characters or numbers 22 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Phonebook Calling someone in the phonebook Phonebook items can be searched for alphabetically by scrolling through the phonebook items 1 Press Phonebook For quick search you can skip to step 3 2 Press Search 0 9 Name search VA Scroll list 3 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the desired item To exit the phonebook press OFF 4 Press x or 4 Note To view a phone number over 16 digits long follow steps 1 to 3 then press Edit and Next Press
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12. You can also program most features using direct commands special codes that take you directly to the feature you wish to program and allow you to select the desired setting There is no need to scroll through the unit s menus Details of each feature can be found on the corresponding pages 1 Press MENU 2 Enter the desired feature code shown below 3 Enter the desired setting code shown below This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed 4 Press Save 5 Press OFF to exit programming mode Direct commands chart Feature Feature code Setting code Page Ringer volume 1 1 1 Low 2 Medium page 34 3 High 0 Off Ringer tone 1 2 1 3 Tone pattern 1 3 page 35 4 7 Melody pattern 1 4 Interrupt tone 1 3 1 On 2 2 times 0 Off page 35 Message play 2 page 46 Date and time 4 Go to step 3 on page 16 page 16 Voice enhancer 5 1 On 0 Off page 37 Voice changer 8 1 1 Deep Voice page 36 Talk 2 High Voice 3 Fun Voice Voice changer 8 2 1 Deep Voice page 36 Greeting 2 High Voice 3 Fun Voice 0 Off Copy phonebook 1 Go to step 4 on page 24 page 24 1 item Copy phonebook H 2 page 25 all items 1 LCD contrast 0 1 1 6 Level 1 6 page 37 Key tone 0 2 1 On 0 Off page 39 Auto talk 0 3 1 On 0 Off page 36 For assistance please c
13. then press gt 3 Scroll to Copy 1 item by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the desired item To search for the item by initial see page 23 5 Press Send When the item has been copied Complete will be displayed The destination handset display will show Phonebook Receiving then Phonebook Received To copy another item repeat from step 4 6 Press OFF 24 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Phonebook Copying all items 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Copy phonebook by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Copy all items by pressing Y or a then press gt When all items have been copied Complete will be displayed The destination handset display will show Phonebook Receiving then Phonebook Received 4 Press OFF For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 25 Caller ID Service 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 name or telephone number will be displayed Caller information for the last 50 different callers will be logged in the caller list allowing you to return missed calls Caller information is stor
14. For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc 787 750 4300 or fax 787 768 2910 For Limited Warranty service for headsets if a headset is included with this product please call Panasonic Call Center at 1 800 211 PANA 7262 When shipping the unit carefully pack include all accessories and send it prepaid adequately insured and preferably in the original carton Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 67 Useful Information Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accidents misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration faulty installation set up adjustments misadjustment of consumer controls improper maintenance power line surge lightning damage modificatio
15. H or H From the handset to the base unit 1 Handset Press INTERCOM then press 0 You can also select the base unit by pressing Y or a then pressing gt The base unit will ring for 1 minute To stop paging press OFF 2 Base unit Press either LOCATOR INTERCOM 7 or LOCATOR INTERCOM J to answer the page 3 Handset When finished talking press OFF or place the handset on the charger Note During an intercom call the handset user can switch to the speaker by pressing 14 To switch back to the receiver press a To adjust the base unit s speaker volume press A or v repeatedly 8 levels high to low are available From the base unit to a handset 1 Base unit Press LOCATOR INTERCOM 7 or LOCATOR INTERCOM g The handset will beep for 1 minute To stop paging press either LOCATOR INTERCOM or LOCATOR INTERCOM z 2 Handset Press a 4 or INTERCOM to answer the page 3 Base unit When the paged party answers speak into the MIC 4 Base unit When finished talking press either LOCATOR INTERCOM or LOCATOR INTERCOM zZ Note You can locate a misplaced handset by paging it Handset locator From one handset to the other handset Example When handset 1 calls handset 2 1 Handset 1 Press INTERCOM then press the other handset number 2 You can also select the handset by pressing Y or a then pressing
16. The call will be put on hold 2 To page the other handset press handset 1 or handset 2 3 When the paged party answers press Conf on your handset to establish a conference call Conference will be displayed To leave the conference press OFF The other 2 parties can continue the conversation Note The outside call can be put on hold by pressing HOLD during a conference call Communications between extensions are not suspended Only the person who placed the call on hold can resume the conference by pressing Conf 32 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Programmable Settings 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 program press MENU press Y or 4 to scroll through the menu and press gt or Select when the desired menu item or setting is displayed Important Before programming make sure the handset and base unit are not being used The handset must be operated near the base unit and while off the base unit or charger Main menu Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Page Message play page 46 Ringer setting Ringer volume page 34 Ringer tone page 35 Interrupt tone page 35 Date and time page 16 VoiceChanger VX page 36 Voice enhancer page 37 Caller IQ View Info
17. The default setting is HIGH 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Ringer setting by pressing Y or a then press gt Ringer setting 3 Scroll to Ringer volume by pressing Y or a then press gt Ringer volume 4 Press Y or a repeatedly to select the desired volume Ringer volume Low MEREEN High yBack VA Save To turn the ringer off press Y repeatedly until o is displayed 5 Press Save Note When the ringer volume is set to off the handset will display Ringer off and will not ring for outside calls The handset will ring at the low level for intercom calls 34 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Programmable Settings Handset ringer tone You can change the ringer tone heard when an outside call is received There are 3 tones and 4 melodies The default setting is Tone 1 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Ringer setting by pressing Y or a then press gt Ringer setting 3 Scroll to Ringer tone by pressing Y or a then press gt Ringer tone 4 Press Y or 4 repeatedly to select the desired setting Ringer tone 1 Tone 1 Back VA Save You can also select the ringer tone by pressing 1 to 7 e f the ringer volume has been turned off the handset will not ring 5 Press Save then press OFF Note f you su
18. are heard when keys are pressed Includes confirmation tones and error tones The default setting is ON 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scrollto Key tone by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Press Y or a repeatedly to select On or Of f 5 Press Save then press OFF Re registering the handset If No link to base Move closer to base try again is displayed even when the handset is near the base unit you may need to re register the handset to the base unit Important Make sure the base unit is not being used Have the handset and base unit near each other when re registering the handset KX TG5439 only Confirm the extension number of the handset which has lost the communication by placing the handset on the base unit or charger If you re register the handset using the other handset s extension number 1 or 2 the other handset will not function 1 Handset Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Registration by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 KX TG5438 base unit Press and hold LOCATOR INTERCOM until the CHARGE indicator flashes KX TG5439 base unit Press and hold the locator handset button that corresponds to the handset you want to re register LOCATOR INTERCOM z or LOCATOR INTERCOM
19. gt The paged handset will beep for 1 minute To stop paging press OFF 2 Handset 2 Press 4 or INTERCOM to answer 3 When finished talking press OFF or place the handset on the base unit or charger For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 31 Intercom Features Transferring a call KX TG5439 only Outside calls can be transferred from one handset to the other 1 During an outside call press INTERCOM The call will be put on hold 2 To page the other handset press handset 1 or handset 2 3 Wait for the paged party to answer The paged handset user can answer by pressing 4 or INTERCOM If there is no answer press N or 4 to return to the outside call 4 To complete the transfer press OFF Transferring a call without speaking to the paged party 1 During an outside call press INTERCOM then press handset 1 or handset 2 2 Press OFF The outside call rings at the other handset Note f the paged party does not answer the call press x or 4 to return to the call If not answered within 1 minute the call will ring at your handset again If you still do not answer the call within 4 minutes the call will be disconnected Conference calls KX TG5439 only A conference call allows 2 handsets to speak together with an outside party 1 During an outside call press INTERCOM
20. in your area Temporary tone dialing for rotary pulse service users You can temporarily switch the dialing mode to tone when you need to access touch tone services for example answering services telephone banking services etc Press TONE before entering access numbers which require tone dialing Note The dialing mode will return to pulse when you hang up For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 21 Phonebook Using the 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 Adding items to the phonebook 1 Press Phonebook Revd Ycalls Phone book 2 Press Add The display shows the number of items in the phonebook Example Phonebook 7 items yAdd Search 3 Enter the name max 16 characters See the character table for entry Enter name y Back Next 4 Press Next 5 Enter the phone number max 32 digits If a pause is required when dialing press PAUSE where needed page 21 Enter phone no 6 Press Next f you want to change the name and number press Edit then repeat from step 3 Example Tom 555 765 4321 yEdit Save T Press Save To add other items repeat from step 2 8 Press OFF Note
21. or lt The other handset user can take the call by pressing x or 4 Note Line on hold will be displayed on the other handset KX TG5439 only If another phone is connected on the same line page 9 you can also take the call by lifting its handset If a call is kept on hold for more than 6 minutes an alarm tone will start to sound and the ringer indicator will flash rapidly After 4 additional minutes on hold the call will be disconnected MUTE button You can mute your voice during a conversation While mute is turned on you will be able to hear the other party but the other party will not be able to hear you To mute your voice press MUTE Example Talk 00 00 30 lt Mute gt lt Mute gt will flash on the display To return to the conversation press MUTE N or 4 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 19 Making Answering Calls Voice enhancer This feature clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to reproducing a more natural sounding voice that is easier to hear and understand 1 Press MENU during an outside call 2 To turn this feature on or off press 3 You can also select V E on or V E off by pressing Y or a then pressing gt gt 3 V E on 4 Caller IQ When turned on 0B will be displayed Note Once you turn voice enhancer on it will be ac
22. 22 Get new Info Turn CIQ off T Copy phonebook 4 Copy 1 item page 24 Copy all items page 25 Customer support page 40 Initial setting Set answering Ring count page 50 Recording time page 50 Remote code page 49 Message alert page 51 LCD contrast page 37 Key tone page 39 Auto talk page 36 Caller ID edit page 37 Time adj ustment page 40 Set tel line Set dial mode page 38 Set flash time page 38 Set line mode page 38 Registration page 39 Change language page 37 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 33 Programmable Settings 1 Can be used to activate Caller IQ See the leaflet included with this unit for more information 2 Activate CIQ is displayed if you have not subscribed to openLCR service Turn CIQ on is displayed when Caller IQ is turned off See the leaflet included with this unit for more information 3 If you program these settings using one of the handsets you will not need to program the same item using the other handset KX TG5439 only 4 KX TG5439 only Note To exit programming press OFF at any time To go back to the previous menu press lt or Back or press gt or Select while Go back is displayed Ringer settings Handset ringer volume 4 levels high medium low off are available
23. 39 Phonebook full There is no space to store new items in the phonebook Erase unnecessary items page 23 No items stored Your phonebook or redial list is empty Please lift up and try again A handset button was pressed while the handset was on the base unit or charger Lift the handset and press the button again System is busy Please try again later The handset has lost communication with the base unit Move closer to the base unit and try again More than one unit is in use Try again later Another user is listening to messages Try again later Apel user is using the voice changer Try again later 1 KX TG5439 only 56 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Useful Information Troubleshooting General use Problem Cause amp solution The unit does not work Make sure that the battery is installed correctly page 10 Check the connections page 9 Fully charge the battery page 11 Clean the charge contacts and charge again page 11 Unplug the base units AC adaptor to reset the unit Reconnect the adaptor and try again Re install the battery page 10 and fully charge it The display shows No link to base Move closer to base try again and an alarm tone sounds The handset is too far from the base unit Move closer and try again Plug in the base units AC a
24. 4 Press Y or 4 repeatedly to select the desired setting 5 Press Save then press OFF Display language You can select either English default or Espafiol as the display language 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Change language by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Press Y or 4 repeatedly to select the desired language You can also select by pressing English or Espa ol 5 Press Save or Salvar then press OFF Note If you select a language you cannot read press MENU 0 8 1 Save to change the display language to English For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 37 Programmable Settings Telephone settings Dialing mode If you cannot make calls change this setting depending on your telephone line service Tone default For tone dial service Pulse For rotary pulse dial service 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Set tel line by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Scrollto set dial mode by pressing Y or a then press gt 5 Press Y or 4 repeatedly to select the desired setting 6 Press Save then press OFF Flash time The flash time depends on your telephone exchange or host PBX You can select 90ms milliseconds
25. Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Telephone Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc collectively referred to as the warrantor will for the length of the period indicated on the chart below which starts with the date of original purchase Limited Warranty period at its option either a repair your product with new or refurbished parts or b replace it with a new or a refurbished product The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor Parts Labor One 1 Year One 1 Year During the Labor Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor During the Parts Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for parts You must mail in your product during the Limited Warranty period This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries antennas and cosmetic parts cabinet This Limited Warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico This Limited Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and only covers products purchased as new Mail In Service For assistance in the continental U S A in obtaining repairs please ship the product to Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B Door 12 McAllen TX 78503
26. Speaker a Repeat gt gt Skip MIC Microphone STOP Display MESSAGE MESSAGE indicator For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 13 Preparation Handset U Q S o agao I aae o A Aaga A Ris e QOS Cine hss ic Speaker Soft key Headset jack O 5S TALK Navigator key O 4 SP PHONE TONE PAUSE REDIAL Ringer indicator Message indicator Receiver Display MENU OFF MUTE CLEAR HOLD INTERCOM Microphone Charge contacts Charger unit KX TG5439 only Charge contacts CHARGE indicator Using the navigator key The handset navigator key can be used to navigate through menus and to select items shown on the display by pressing a Y lt or gt Z AN a gt NZ 14 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Preparation Display Base unit display items Displayed Meaning item Flashes when message memory is full Flashes when the date and time need to be set Base unit is on an intercom call or handset is using the answering system When flashing base unit is paging or is being paged Line is in use When flashing a call is on hold or the answering system is answering a call When flashing rapidly a call is being received Greeting message recording error Answering
27. after hanging up The message indicator on the handset flashes slowly New messages have been recorded Listen to the new messages page 45 or turn the message alert off page 51 When you play back messages or turn on the answering system the base unit and handset announce the day and time incorrectly Set the date and time again page 16 60 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Useful Information Battery charge Problem Cause amp solution Recharge battery is displayed Cm flashes or the handset beeps intermittently Fully charge the battery page 11 Charge for 6h and are displayed and the handset does not work The battery has been discharged Fully charge the battery page 11 charged the battery fully but Recharge battery is still displayed and or C continues to flash or Charge for 6h and are displayed Clean the charge contacts and charge again page 11 The battery may need to be replaced page 12 If you install a new battery fully charge it page 11 The CHARGE indicator does not go out after the battery has been charged This is normal The handset display is blank Confirm that the battery is properly installed Fully charge the battery page 11 Power failure Problem Cause amp solution The unit will not function
28. base unit s speaker volume off by pressing v until 0 is displayed Note If you adjust the speaker volume while listening to messages or talking on the intercom the speaker volume for call screening will be turned on again 44 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Answering System Features 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 51 The base unit display will show the number of messages old and new recorded by the answering system Example The total number of recorded messages is 10 Listening to messages using the base unit v A ERASE MESSAGE indicator Il MESSAGE Press MESSAGE The unit will announce the number of new messages and will play back the new messages When you have no new messages the unit will announce No new messages All message playback and will play back all messages Note The display shows the message number during playback During playback the unit will announce the day and time that each message was recorded Voice time day stamp At the end of the last message the unit announces End of final message To adjust the speaker volume 9 levels high to off are available Press A or v repeatedly
29. down Raise the antennas To remove the wall mounting adaptor While pushing down the release levers remove the adaptor 53 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Useful Information Charger unit KX TG5439 only The charger can be wall mounted as shown below 1 Connect the AC adaptor 2 Drive the screws not included into the wall using the wall mount template see below 3 Mount the charger 4 Slide it down and to the right until it is secure Screws To power outlet ub WW 7 SZ L 4961eY9 y 104 zejdw JUNOW JeM 54 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Useful Information 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 pull the right edge in the direction of the arrow Headset optional Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands free phone conversations Please use only a Panasonic headset See page 5 for compatible headsets and ordering information To connect an optional headset to the l handset Model shown is KX TCA86 Note To switch to the speakerphone press x To return to the headset press For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 55 Useful Information
30. messages Play back new messages Record a message Erase all messages Note If you do not press any dial keys within 10 seconds after a voice guidance prompt the unit will announce Thank you for your call then disconnect your call e f less than 3 minutes of recording time is available the unit will announce the remaining recording time after the last message is played back f the unit announces Memory full erase unnecessary messages Remote commands You can press dial keys to access certain answering system functions without waiting for the voice guidance to prompt you Key Remote command 1 Repeat message during playback 1 2 Skip message during playback 4 Play new messages 5 Play all messages 9 Stop 2 0 Turn answering system off 4 Erase this message during playback 5 Erase all messages 48 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Answering System Features 1 If pushed within the first 5 seconds of a message the previous message will be played 2 To resume operation enter a remote command within 15 seconds or the voice guidance will start Turning on the answering system remotely If the answering system is off you can turn it on remotely 1 Dial your phone number 2 Let the phone ring 15 times The unit will answer your call with the greeting message You can hang
31. s recording time 50 Message alert 51 Useful Information Wall mounting 52 Base nit iderien oie Pee SS 52 Charger unit KX TG5439 only 54 Belt Clip ae peas aa aeta a eels 55 Headset optional 55 Error messages 56 Troubleshooting 57 General use 57 Programmable settings 57 Making answering calls Intercom 58 Phonebook 59 Caller ID iie cote ieee Goan 59 Answering system 60 Battery charge 61 Power failure 61 Important information about subscription S IVICES derei nee ie rh Heal ee 62 FCC and other information 63 openLCR service for the Caller IQ feature lt a ecee ee dae Shae es 65 Technical information 66 Base unit 66 Handset 2 0 05 66 Charger unit KX TG5439 only 66 Warranty 0 0 ee eee eee 67 Customer serviceS 69 Index NEX te hh ba BREE Sa ees 70 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 3 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephone We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference Serial No Date of purchase found on the bottom of the unit Name and address of dealer Pe l Attach your purchase receipt here En
32. up or if you call from a touch tone phone you can enter your remote code and begin remote operation page 48 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 Remote code A remote code must be entered when operating the answering system remotely This code prevents unauthorized parties from listening to your messages remotely Store any 2 digit number 00 99 The default setting is 11 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to set answering by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Scroll to Remote code by pressing Y or a then press gt 5 Select the desired remote code by entering a 2 digit number 00 99 6 Press Save then press OFF Note To confirm the remote code repeat steps 1 to 4 Press OFF when finished For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 49 Answering System Features Ring count You can change the number of times the phone rings before the unit answers calls You can select 2 3 4 default 5 6 7 or Toll saver Toll saver The unit answers on the 2nd ring when new messages have been recorded and on the 4th ring when th
33. z until the registering handset number or H is displayed After the CHARGE indicator starts flashing the rest of the procedure must be completed within 1 minute 5 Handset Press OK then wait until the handset beeps Registration is complete For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 39 Programmable Settings Time adjustment Caller ID subscribers only Using this feature the unit s date and time setting will be automatically adjusted when caller information is received To turn this feature on select Caller ID auto default To turn off select Manual 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Time adjustment by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Press Y or a repeatedly to select Manual or Caller ID auto 5 Press Save then press OFF Note To use this feature set the date and time manually first page 16 Customer support The handset can display the Internet address where you can download operating instructions for this product using your computer 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Customer support by pressing Y or a then press gt www panasonic com support will be displayed 3 Press OFF 40 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Programmable Settings Programming via direct commands
34. 41 F 104 F Frequency 5 76 GHz 5 84 GHz Dimensions Approx height 75 mm x width 185 mm x depth 119 mm 219 46 x 79 32 x 41146 Mass Weight Approx 395 g 0 87 Ib Power consumption Standby Approx 2 3 W Maximum Approx 5 5 W Power supply AC adaptor 120 V AC 60 Hz Handset Operating environment 5 C 40 C 41 F 104 F Frequency 5 76 GHz 5 84 GHz Dimensions Approx height 178 mm x width 53 mm x depth 37 mm 7 x 23 32 x 115 32 Mass Weight Approx 190 g 0 42 Ib Power supply Ni MH battery 3 6 V 830 mAh Security codes 1 000 000 Charger unit KX TG5439 only Operating environment 5 C 40 C 41 F 104 F Dimensions Approx height 71 mm x width 89 mm x depth 105 mm 2 3 46 x 31 2 x 41 8 Mass Weight Approx 130 g 0 29 Ib Power consumption Standby Approx 0 8 W Maximum Approx 3 0 W Power supply AC adaptor 120 V AC 60 Hz Note Design and specifications are subject to change without notice The illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product 66 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 W Useful Information Warranty PANASONIC CONSUMER PANASONIC PUERTO RICO INC ELECTRONICS COMPANY DIVISION San Gabriel Industrial Park OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF Ave 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 NORTH AMERICA Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 One
35. OFF when finished To search for a name by initial 1 Press Phonebook then press Search 2 Press the dialing button 0 to 9 H or which corresponds to the first letter you are searching for see the character table page 22 Example LISA Press 5 repeatedly to display any name with the initial L f there is no item corresponding to the letter you selected the next item will be displayed 3 Press Y repeatedly to display the desired item To exit the phonebook press OFF To dial the displayed number press M or 4 Editing items in the phonebook 1 Press Phonebook then press Search 2 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the desired item 3 Press Edit 4 Edit the name if necessary See the character table on page 22 for character entry 5 Press Next 6 Edit the phone number if necessary T Press Next then press Save To edit other items repeat from step 2 8 Press OFF Erasing items in the phonebook 1 Press Phonebook then press Search 2 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the desired item 3 Press CLEAR 4 Press Yes To cancel erasing press No To erase other items repeat from step 2 5 Press OFF For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 23 Phonebook Chain dial feature This feature allows you to dial phone numbers from the phonebook while you are on a c
36. Panasonic Operating Instructions 5 8 GHz Digital Cordless Answering System Model No KX 1G5438 5 8 GHz Digital Cordless Answering System with Dual Handsets Model shown is KX TG5438 Model No KX TG 5439 This unit is compatible with Caller ID To use this feature you must subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save for future reference For assistance visit our website http www panasonic com for customers in the U S A or Puerto Rico Table of Contents Introduction Your phones cepde gene cor eiun 4 Accessory information 5 Important safety instructions 6 For best performance 8 Preparation Connections o a aaua aaau aaa 9 Battery installation 10 Battery charge 11 Battery replacement 12 Controls and displays 13 Controls i eae dee eee ees 13 Displays e Sate ariana ae teapots 15 Setting the date andtime 16 Making Answering Calls Making calls a na annann 17 Answering calls 18 Useful features during a call 19 Voice changer 19 HOLD button 5 19 MUTE button 19 Voice enhancer 20 Clarity booster 20 Call share KX TG5439 only
37. Press Y or a repeatedly to select the desired ringer indicator color You can also select the color by pressing 1 to 4 6 Press Save then press OFF Caller list Caller information for the last 50 different callers will be logged in the caller list You can use this list to return missed calls Caller information includes caller names and phone numbers the date and time of calls and the number of times the caller called Missed calls If a call is not answered the unit treats the call as a missed call The number of missed calls is shown on the handset display This lets you know if you should view the caller list to see who called while you were out Example Handset off the base unit or charger 10 missed calls Revd Phone calls book Note When the unit has new messages New message will be displayed in place of missed calls Viewing the caller list and calling back 1 Press Y or a to enter the caller list 2 Press Y to search from the most recent call or press a to search from the oldest call The caller s name and phone number are displayed alternately Example SMITH JACK 3 10P JUN 29 1 555 333 4444 3 10P JUN 29 To exit the caller list press OFF 3 Press N or 4 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 27 Caller ID Service Note You can also press Revd calls to ente
38. TY users hearing or speech impaired users can call 1 877 833 8855 When you ship the product Carefully pack your unit preferably in the original carton Attach a letter detailing the symptom to the outside of the carton Send the unit to Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter prepaid and adequately insured Do not send your unit to Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed below or to executive or regional sales offices These locations do not repair consumer products e This cordless telephone is designed for use in the United States of America Sale or use of this product in other countries may violate local laws e Ce t l phone sans fil est con u pour tre utilis aux Etats Unis d Am rique La vente ou l emploi de cet appareil dans certains autres pays peut constituer une infraction a la l gislation locale e Este tel fono inalambrico fue elaborado para uso en los Estados Unidos de Am rica La venta o el empleo de este producto en ciertos paises puede constituir violaci n de la legislaci n local ZDI RLE AREA CORAEANELTRTENTHY AREA COMAIDABGEBREGVES fot SUCIAABNICSWTIRAIELTE BREDU ERAISRMLAORETST 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 2004 Panasonic Communications Co
39. all Example Using a long distance calling card Dial from the phonebook 1 800 012 3456 Calling card access number When prompted dial from the phonebook 1234 Calling card PIN When prompted dial from the phonebook 1 555 012 3456 the person you want to call 1 During an outside call press MENU 2 Press 1 to select Phonebook 3 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the desired item 4 Press Call Repeat from step 1 to dial other numbers Note When storing a calling card access number and your PIN in the phonebook as one phonebook item press PAUSE to add pauses after the number and PIN as necessary page 21 f you have rotary or pulse service you need to press before pressing MENU in step 1 to change the dialing mode temporarily to tone Copying phonebook items KX TG5439 only You can copy one or all of the phonebook items of one handset to the phonebook of the other handset Important Make sure the destination handset is not in use Do not place your handset on the base unit or charger until copying has finished otherwise copying will stop If an outside call is received during the phonebook copy copying will stop You will need to copy the item s later Ringer ID and light up ID settings for phonebook items are not copied page 26 Copying an item 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Copy phonebook by pressing Y or a
40. all 1 800 211 PANA 7262 41 Programmable Settings Feature Feature code Setting code Page Caller ID number auto 0 4 1 On 0 Off page 37 edit Set dial mode 0 5 14 1 Pulse 2 Tone page 38 Set flash time 0 5 2 1 700 ms 2 600 ms page 38 3 400 ms 4 300 ms 5 250 ms 6 110 ms 7 100 ms 8 90 ms Set line mode 0 5 3 1 A 2 B page 38 Ring count 0 6 1 2 7 2 7 rings page 50 0 Toll saver Recording time 0 6 2 1 1 minute page 50 2 2 minutes 3 3 minutes 0 Greeting only Remote code 0 6 3 Go to step 5 on page 49 page 49 Change language 0 8 1 English 2 Spanish page 37 Message alert 0 1 On 0 Off page 51 Time adjustment 0 9 1 Caller ID auto page 40 0 Manual Handset registration 0 0 Go to step 4 on page 39 page 39 1 KX TG5439 only Note f you make a mistake or enter the wrong code press OFF then start again by pressing MENU 42 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Answering System Features 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 47 Important Only 1 person can access the answering system listen to messages record a greeting message etc at a time Wh
41. arged you do not have to charge it again until Recharge battery is displayed or a flashes This will maximize the battery life 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 battery Ca flashing Charge for 6h C Use only the rechargeable Panasonic battery noted on page 5 1 Release the battery cover latch and lift the cover open 2 Replace the old battery with a new one and close the cover see page 10 for battery installation Attention A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery 12 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Preparation Controls and displays Controls Base unit LOCATORJINTERCOM WM I KX TG5439 LOCATORJINTERCOM CY KX TG5438 2 LOCATOR INTERCOM 7 LOCATOR INTERCOM 7 LOCATOR INTERCOM Antenna Charge contacts CHARGE indicator VOL Volume v A ERASE GREETING REC Recording D GREETING CHECK 6 60090 P P SZZ ANSWER ON ANSWER ON indicator
42. becomes full the unit will automatically switch to the Greeting only mode 50 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Answering System Features Message alert You can select whether or not the message indicator on the handset will flash when new messages have been recorded page 45 The default setting is OFF 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scrollto Message alert by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Press Y or a repeatedly to select On or Of f 5 Press Save then press OFF Note The message indicator will not flash for new messages while the handset is in use While message alert is on battery operating time will be shortened page 12 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 51 Useful Information Wall mounting Base unit The base unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate 1 Connect the AC adaptor Fasten the AC adaptor cord 2 Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor Connect the telephone line cord unit 52 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Useful Information 4 Adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit then push it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place 5 Connect the telephone line cord Mount the unit then slide it
43. bscribe to a distinctive ring service such as IDENTA RING select a tone Tone 1 to 3 If you select a melody you will not be able to distinguish lines by their ringers f you select one of the melody ringer patterns the ringer will continue to sound for several seconds if the caller hangs up before you answer the call another person answers the call using another phone connected on the same line Handset interrupt tone This tone lets you know when you receive a call while you are on an intercom call page 30 2 default The tone will sound 2 times On The tone will sound for as long as the line rings oft Turns this feature off 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Ringer setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Interrupt tone by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Press Y or a repeatedly to select the desired setting 5 Press Save then press OFF For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 35 Programmable Settings Call options Auto talk When this feature is turned on you can answer a Call by lifting the handset off the base unit or charger without pressing s The default setting is OFF 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Auto talk by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Press Y or a repeatedly to select t
44. daptor Raise the base unit antennas f the above remedies do not solve the problem the handset may have lost communication with the base unit Register the handset again page 39 cannot hear a dial tone Confirm that the telephone line cord is connected page 9 Disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect a known working telephone If the working telephone operates properly contact our service personnel to have the unit repaired If the working telephone does not operate properly contact your telephone company Programmable settings Problem Cause amp solution cannot program items Programming is not possible while the handset and base unit are being used Do not pause for over 1 minute while programming Move closer to the base unit While another user is listening to messages or the answering system is answering a call you cannot program Try again later While programming the handset starts to ring A call is being received Answer the call and start again from the beginning after hanging up For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 57 Useful Information Making answering calls Intercom Problem Cause amp solution Static is heard sound cuts in and out Interference from other electrical units Move the handset and the base unit away from other electrical appliances Move close
45. e previous message will be played 2 To resume operation press a command key within 15 seconds or the voice guidance will start 46 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Answering System Features Calling back Caller ID subscribers only If Caller ID information was received for the call you can call the caller back while listening to a message Press Call during playback Note To edit the number before calling back press Edit repeatedly to select the desired format page 28 then press Call N or 4 Memory capacity The total recording capacity including your greeting message and caller messages is about 15 minutes A maximum of 64 messages including a greeting message can be recorded If message memory becomes full WM flashes on the base unit the ANSWER ON indicator flashes rapidly if the answering system is turned on the unit announces Memory full when operating the answering system To record additional messages erase unnecessary messages f less than 3 minutes of recording time is available the unit will announce the remaining recording time when operating the answering system Messages are retained even if a power failure occurs All messages are saved until you erase them Flash memory message backup The total recording capacity may be reduced by the calling party s background noise For assis
46. ed by the most recent call to the oldest When Caller ID information is received and it matches a phone number stored in the phonebook The stored name will be displayed and logged in the caller list Personalized name display The handset will use the ringer tone and the ringer indicator color you assigned to the caller Ringer ID and light up ID While listening to a message recorded by the answering system using the handset you can call back the caller without having to dial the phone number page 47 f the unit cannot receive caller information the following will be displayed Out of area The caller dialed from an area which does not provide Caller ID service Private caller The caller requested not to send caller information Long distance The caller called you long distance If the unit is connected to a PBX system caller information may not be received properly Consult your PBX supplier Call Waiting Caller ID display If you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services the 2nd caller s information will be displayed after you hear a Call Waiting tone page 21 Example BROWN NANCY 1 555 666 7777 Flash Waiting Note Please contact your telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area Ringer ID and light up ID This feature can help you identify who is calling by using differ
47. edit feature Once you call back an edited number see Editing a caller s phone number before calling back the unit can automatically edit other incoming phone numbers each time you receive a call For example you can use this feature to set the unit to ignore the area code of callers in your area code so that you can call these local numbers using caller information without dialing the area code To activate this feature you must edit an item in the caller list see Editing a caller s phone number before calling back then call that number After that calls from that caller s area code will be edited automatically This feature can be turned on or off page 37 The default setting is ON 28 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Caller ID Service Note The handset can remember up to 4 area codes to be edited Phone numbers from the 4 most recently edited area codes will be automatically edited This feature will not be activated until edited numbers are called back f you move to another area you can turn this feature off to erase previously edited area codes To use this feature again turn it on and reprogram the area codes you want to edit once again Storing caller information into the phonebook Items in the caller list can be stored into each handset s phonebook 1 Press Y or a to enter the caller list 2 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the de
48. eeting message Press GREETING CHECK and then press ERASE while your greeting message is playing f you do not re record your greeting message the unit will use a pre recorded greeting message Pre recorded greeting message If you do not record a greeting message one of 2 pre recorded messages will be played when a call is received depending on the caller s recording time page 50 When the recording time is set to Imin 2min or 3min Hello we are not available now Please leave your name and phone number after the beep We will return your call When the recording time is set to Greeting only Hello we are not available now Please call again Thank you for your call To play back the pre recorded greeting press GREETING CHECK Turning the answering system on off ANSWER ON indicator ANSWER ON Press ANSWER ON When the answering system is turned on the ANSWER ON indicator lights and the unit announces Answer se and the day and time When the answering system is turned off the ANSWER ON indicator turns off and the unit announces Answer off Screening your calls While a caller is leaving a message you can listen to the call through the base unit s speaker To adjust the speaker volume press A or v repeatedly You can answer the call by pressing or To turn off the call screening feature Turn the
49. en callers leave messages the unit records the day and time of each message Make sure the date and time have been set page 16 You can select the caller s recording time page 50 Recording your greeting message You can record your own greeting message max 2 minutes that will be played when the answering system answers a Call If you do not record a greeting message a pre recorded greeting message will be used Sample greeting message This is your name We are unable to answer the phone right now Please leave a message after the beep Thank you Important The voice changer feature page 36 can also be used to modify your voice on your greeting message S GREETING REC alll 006 HtereetInc CHECK STOP x N MIC 1 Press GREETING REC The unit announces To record greeting press record again 2 Within 10 seconds press GREETING REC again 3 After the unit beeps speak clearly about 20 cm 8 inches away from the MIC The display will show the elapsed recording time 4 To stop recording press GREETING REC or STOP For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 43 Answering System Features Note f the greeting message is less than 1 second long the unit beeps 6 times and announces Your greeting was not recorded Record your greeting again To play back the greeting message Press GREETING CHECK Erasing your gr
50. en disconnected at the network interface Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines 6 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Introduction Do not touch the plug with wet hands The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the unit and is easily accessible Battery To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons read and follow these instructions Use only the battery ies specified Do not dispose of the battery ies in a fire They may explode Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions Do not open or mutilate the battery ies Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin The electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed Exercise care when handling the battery ies Do not allow conductive materials such as rings bracelets or keys to touch the battery ies otherwise a short circuit may cause the battery ies and or the conductive material to overheat and cause burns Charge the battery ies provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual WARNING To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose this product to rain or any type of moisture Medical Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices such as pacemakers
51. ent ringers and ringer indicator colors for different callers stored in the phonebook You can assign a different ringer and indicator color to each phonebook item When a call is received from a caller stored in the phonebook the ringer and indicator color are used after Caller ID information is displayed e Usually the ringer and indicator color will be changed from the 2nd ring Ringer ID You can assign a different ringer tone to each caller in the phonebook If you select No Ringer ID the unit will use the ringer tone you set on page 35 when a call is received from that caller The default setting is No Ringer ID 1 Press Phonebook then press Search 2 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the desired item 3 Press Option 4 Press 1 to select Ringer ID 5 Press Y or a repeatedly to select the desired ringer tone 26 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Caller ID Service You can also select the ringer tone by pressing 1 to 7 or 0 No Ringer ID 6 Press Save then press OFF Light up ID You can assign a different ringer indicator color to each caller in the phonebook Select Color1 Default Amber Color2 Green Color3 Red or Multicolor 1 Press Phonebook then press Search 2 Press Y or 4 repeatedly to display the desired item 3 Press Option 4 Press 2 to select Light up ID 5
52. er For maximum distance and noise free operation we recommend the following Placing the unit away from electrical appliances such as a TV personal computer or another cordless phone Placing the base unit in a HIGH and CENTRAL location with no obstructions such as walls Raising the antennas vertically f you use the handset near a microwave oven which is being used noise may be heard Move away from the microwave oven and closer to the base unit f you use the handset near another cordless phone s base unit noise may be heard Move away from the other cordless phone s base unit and closer to your base unit Environment Keep the unit away from electrical noise generating devices such as fluorescent lamps and motors The unit should be kept free from excessive smoke dust high temperature and vibration The unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight Do not place heavy objects on top of the unit When you leave the unit unused for a long period of time unplug this unit from power outlet The unit 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 5 C 41 F or greater than 40 C 104 F Damp basements should also be avoided The maximum calling distance may be shortened when the unit is used in the following places Near obstacles such as hills tunnels undergro
53. ere are no new messages If you call your phone from outside to listen to new messages page 48 you will know that there are no messages when the phone rings for the 3rd time You can then hang up without being charged for the call 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scrollto set answering by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Scroll to Ring count by pressing Y or a then press gt 5 Press Y or a repeatedly to select the desired setting You can also select the ring count by pressing 0 Toll saver or 2 to 7 6 Press Save then press OFF Caller s recording time You can change the maximum message recording time allotted to each caller Imin 2min or 3min default Caller messages are limited to 1 minute to 3 minutes Greeting only The unit plays the greeting message but does not record caller messages 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to set answering by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Scroll to Recording time by pressing Y or a then press gt 5 Press Y or a repeatedly to select the desired setting You can also select the recording time by pressing 1 to 3 or 0 Greeting only 6 Press Save then press OFF Note f message memory
54. ergy Star As an ENERGY STAR Participant Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark ENERGY STAR Trademarks openLCR openLCR com and the openLCR logo are the trademarks of openLCR com Inc Your phone KX TG5438 KX TG5439 References in these operating instructions to the charger and to the other handset are for KX TG5439 users only 4 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Introduction Accessory information Included accessories To order replacement accessories call 1 800 332 5368 TTY users hearing or speech impaired users can call 1 866 605 1277 Accessory Quantity No Order number items KX TG5438F KX TG5438S KX TG5439S AC adaptor for PQLV1Z 1 1 1 base unit Telephone line PQJA10075Z 1 1 1 cord Wall mounting PQKL10057Z1 1 1 1 adaptor Battery HHR P104 1 1 2 Handset cover PQKK10584Z2 1 PQKK10584Z3 1 2 Belt clip PQKE1038921 1 1 2 Charger PQLV30031ZB 1 AC adaptor for KX TCA1 G 1 charger Additional replacement accessories Accessory items Order number hydride Ni MH battery Rechargeable nickel metal HHR P104 Headset KX TCA60 KX TCA86 KX TCA88 KX TCA88HA KX TCA91 KX TCA92 or KX TCA98 Batte
55. eria Km 9 5 Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 69 Index Index A Accessories 5 Answering calls 18 Answering system 43 Auto talk 18 36 B Backlit display 15 Backlit handset keypad 15 Base unit location 8 Battery Charge 11 Installation 10 Performance 12 Replacement 12 Strength 77 Belt clip 55 C Caller ID edit 37 Caller ID number auto edit 28 Caller ID service 26 Caller list Calling back 27 Editing 28 Erasing 29 Storing 29 Viewing 27 Call screening 44 Call share 20 Call Waiting Caller ID 26 Call waiting tone 27 Chain dial 24 Clarity booster 20 Conf Conference 32 Conference calls 32 Controls 13 Copy phonebook 24 25 Customer support 40 D Date and time 16 Dialing mode 38 Display Base unit 15 Handset 15 Display language 37 E Erasing all messages 45 46 48 Erasing a message 45 46 48 Error messages 56 Extension number 31 F FCC and other information 63 7 Flash button 27 Flash time 38 Function menu Direct commands 41 Table 33 Greeting message 43 Handset locator 30 31 Headset optional 55 Hold 19 Installation AC adaptor 9 Base unit 9 Charger unit 9 Telephone line cord 9 Intercom Call 30 Paging 30 Interrupt tone 35 Key tone 39 LCD contrast 37 Light up ID 27 Line mode 38 Listening to messages Base unit 45 Handset 46 To
56. g Y or a then press gt or Select Date and time Back WA Select 3 Enter the current month day and year by selecting 2 digits for each Example June 15 2005 Press 0 6 1 5 0 5 Date 12 31 2005 Time 12 00 AM AM PM Save 4 Enter the current hour and minute 12 hour clock format by selecting 2 digits for each Example 9 30 PM Press 0 9 3 0 Date 06 15 2005 Time 12 00 AM AM PM Save 5 Select am or PM by pressing AM PM Date 06 15 2005 Time 09 30 AM AM PM Save 6 Press Save When the date and time are set disappears from the base unit display f the handset beeps 3 times the date and time were not set correctly Enter the correct digits 7 Press OFF Note f you make a mistake when entering the date and time press lt gt Y or 4 to move the cursor then make the correction f a power failure occurs will flash to indicate the date and time must be set again To confirm the date and time Repeat steps 1 and 2 Press OFF when finished Time adjustment Caller ID subscribers only When calls are received Caller ID will automatically adjust the date and time including daylight saving time If you have not set the date and time manually Caller ID will not adjust the date and time You can turn this feature off page 40 16 For assistance plea
57. he desired setting 5 Press Save then press OFF Note f you subscribe to Caller ID service and want to view the caller s information on the handset display after lifting up the handset to answer a call turn off this feature Voice changer This feature allows you to modify the sound of your voice heard by the other party You can select a different voice changer type for phone conversations Talk mode and for the answering system greeting message Greeting mode The Talk setting will be used when you turn on the voice changer while on a call page 19 The Greeting setting will be used when your greeting message is played for callers by the answering system Deep Voice Low pitch voice High Voice High pitch voice Fun Voice Electronic sounding voice off Greeting mode only Unmodified voice The default setting for Talk mode is Deep Voice and for Greeting mode is Off 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to VoiceChanger Vx by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 To select Talk press 1 Press Y or a repeatedly to select the desired setting You can sample the selected voice changer type by speaking into the handset Your voice will be heard through the base unit speaker OR To select Greeting press 2 Press Y or 4 repeatedly to select the desired setting Your greeting message w
58. he phone number edited in the caller list The phone number you dialed might have an incorrect edited pattern for example the long distance 1 or the area code is missing Edit the phone number with another pattern page 28 The display exits the caller list while searching The handset automatically exits after 1 minute of inactivity Answering system Problem Cause amp solution cannot listen to messages from a remote location A touch tone phone is required for remote operation Press the remote code correctly and press each key firmly page 48 The answering system is off Turn it on page 49 The other party complains that they cannot leave a voice message The recording time is set to Greeting only Select Imin 2min or 3min page 50 The memory is full Erase unnecessary messages page 45 WM flashes and the ANSWER ON indicator flashes rapidly No new messages are recorded Message memory is full Erase unnecessary messages page 45 cannot operate the answering system Someone is operating the answering system f someone is using the voice changer or talking on a conference call you cannot operate the answering system Try again later During message playback the unit rings and cancels playback A call is being received Answer the call and start again from the beginning
59. ill be heard through the base unit speaker To turn this feature off press 0 4 Press Save then press OFF Note In step 3 you can also select the voice type by pressing 1 to 3 To adjust the base unit s speaker volume press A or v repeatedly on the base unit 36 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Programmable Settings Voice enhancer You can turn the voice enhancer feature on or off The default setting is OFF 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Voice enhancer by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Press Y or a repeatedly to select On or Of f 4 Press Save then press OFF When turned on 03 will be displayed Caller ID edit You can turn the Caller ID number auto edit feature page 28 on or off The default setting is ON 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to Caller ID edit by pressing Y or a then press gt 4 Press Y or a repeatedly to select On or Of f 5 Press Save then press OFF Display options Handset LCD contrast You can adjust the handset display contrast There are 6 levels The default setting is level 3 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Initial setting by pressing Y or a then press gt 3 Scroll to LCD contrast by pressing Y or a then press gt
60. in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line as determined by the total RENs contact the local telephone company For products approved after July 23 2001 the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US AAAEQ TXXXX The digits represented by are the REN without a decimal point e g 03 is a REN of 0 3 If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required But if advance notice isn t practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary The telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service If trouble is experienced with this equipment for repair or warranty information please contact a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equip
61. ipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs To minimize or prevent such interference the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR If interference is experienced move the cordless telephone further away from the TV or VCR This will often reduce or eliminate interference 64 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Useful Information FCC RF Exposure Warning This product complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements the base unit must be installed and operated with its antenna located 20 cm or more between antenna and all person s body excluding extremities of hands wrist and feet The handset unit may be carried and operated with only the specific provided belt clip Other non tested belt clips or simi
62. isted for the warrantor PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY 68 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Useful Information Customer services Customer Services Directory Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter purchase Parts and Accessories or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at http www panasonic com consumersupport or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo You may also contact us directly at 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9 am 9 pm Saturday Sunday 10 am 7 pm EST TTY users hearing or speech impaired users can call 1 877 833 8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at http www pasc panasonic com or send your request by E mail to npcpar ts us panas onic com You may also contact us directly at 1 800 332 5368 Phone 1 800 237 9080 Fax Only Monday Friday 9 am to 8 pm EST Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 We Accept Visa MasterCard Discover Card American Express and Personal Checks TTY users hearing or speech impaired users can call 1 866 605 1277 Service in Puerto Rico Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc San Gabriel Industrial Park Ave 65 de Infant
63. l be displayed 20 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Making Answering Calls PAUSE button for PBX long distance service users A pause is sometimes required when making calls using a PBX or long distance service For example if you need to dial the line access number 9 when making outside calls with a PBX 1 Press 9 2 Press PAUSE then dial the phone number Example 9P15556667777 Flash Cally 3 Press or Call Note A 3 5 second pause is inserted each time PAUSE is pressed Press repeatedly to insert longer pauses Flash button Pressing Flash allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call or accessing optional telephone services such as Call Waiting Example Talk 00 00 20 Flash VX Note To change the flash time see page 38 For Call Waiting service users To use Call Waiting you must subscribe to your telephone company s Call Waiting service This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking on the phone If you receive a call while on the phone you will hear a Call Waiting tone Press Flash to answer the 2nd call The 1st call is put on hold while you answer the 2nd call To switch between calls press Flash Note Please contact your telephone company for details and availability of this service
64. lar body worn accessories may not comply and must be avoided The base and handset units must not be co located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter openLCR service for the Caller IQ feature This unit is compatible with service provided by openLCR Important See the leaflet included with this unit for more information If you have any questions regarding the openLCR service visit www openLCR com or call openLCR at 1 866 openLCR 1 866 673 6527 e NEITHER PANASONIC COMMUNICATIONS CO LTD NOR PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA IS IN ANY WAY AFFILIATED WITH OR RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF OPENLCR COM INC NEITHER PANASONIC COMMUNICATIONS CO LTD NOR PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA NOR ANY OF THEIR EMPLOYEES OR AFFILIATES OR CUSTOMERS MAKE ANY WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO ANY CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER THIRD PARTY WITH RESPECT TO ANY OF THE SERVICES PROVIDED BY OPENLCR COM INC NOR ASSUME NOR CREATE ANY OTHER OBLIGATION OF ANY KIND ON BEHALF OF OPENLCR COM INC The Caller IQ service can only be activated after registering with openLCR at www openLCR com More information regarding the openLCR service is available on the Internet at www openLCR com For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 65 Useful Information Technical information Base unit Operating environment 5 C 40 C
65. ment until the problem is resolved Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs Contact the state public utility commission public service commission or corporation commission for information If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment consult your telephone company or a qualified installer This equipment is hearing aid compatible as defined by the FCC in 47 CFR Section 68 316 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 63 Useful Information When you hold the phone to your ear noise might be heard in your Hearing Aid Some Hearing Aids are not adequately shielded from external RF radio frequency energy If noise occurs use an optional headset accessory or the speakerphone option if applicable when using this phone Consult with your audiologist or Hearing Aid manufacturer about the availability of Hearing Aids which provide adequate shielding to RF energy commonly emitted by digital devices WHEN PROGRAMMING EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND OR MAKING TEST CALLS TO EMERGENCY NUMBERS 1 Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call 2 Perform such activities in the off peak hours such as early morning or late evenings The software contained in this equipment to allow u
66. n introduction of sand humidity or liquids commercial use such as hotel office restaurant or other business or rental use of the product or service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer or damage that is attributable to acts of God THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY As examples this excludes damages for lost time lost calls or messages cost of having someone remove or re install an installed unit if applicable travel to and from the servicer The items listed are not exclusive but are for illustration only ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the exclusions may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If a problem with this product develops during or after the Limited Warranty period you may contact your dealer or Servicenter If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction then write to the warrantor s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses l
67. n outside call you can turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing OFF The handset will ring the next time a call is received 18 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Making Answering Calls Useful features during a call Voice changer This feature allows you to modify the sound of your voice heard by the other party Different voice changer types are available Important We recommend selecting the desired voice changer type beforehand page 36 To turn this feature on press VX after pressing x or 4 Example Talk 00 00 20 Flash VX 4 When turned on vx will flash on the display and your voice will be modified to the outside party according to the voice changer type selected You can change the voice changer type by pressing lt or gt To turn this feature off press VX again Note This feature will turn off when you hang up put a call on hold or answer another call with Call Waiting page 21 HOLD button This feature allows you to put an outside call on hold KX TG5438 Press HOLD during an outside call Hold will be displayed To return to the call press x or 4 KX TG5439 1 Press HOLD during an outside call To transfer the call to the other handset see page 32 step 2 2 Press HOLD again Hold will be displayed To return to the call press x
68. o deactivate your Voice Mail service If the telephone company cannot do this set this units Ring count setting so that this unit s answering system answers calls before the telephone company s Voice Mail service tries to answer your calls It is necessary to check the ring count required to activate the Voice Mail service provided by your telephone company before changing this setting Example To set the ring count to 2 see page 42 62 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Useful Information FCC and other information This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains among other information a product identifier in the format US ACJ If requested this number must be provided to the telephone company Registration No EET found on the bottom of the unit Ringer Equivalence No REN 0 1B A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result
69. or hearing aids to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF radio frequency energy The unit operates in the frequency range of 5 76 GHz to 5 84 GHz and the power output level can range from 0 25 to 0 5 watts Do not use the unit 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 radio frequency energy Splash resistant handset only The handset is designed to be splash resistant You can use the handset with wet hands Do not immerse in water or leave under running water Keep the handset away from salt water Avoid exposure to prolonged high humidity Since water in headset jack may cause damage close the headset jack cover when the optional headset is not in use When the optional headset is connected do not use the handset with wet hands f the handset is wet wipe with a soft dry cloth The base unit is not designed to be splash resistant Do not place the handset on the base unit if the handset is wet Shock resistant handset only The handset is designed to be shock resistant however it should not be thrown or stepped on For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 7 Introduction For best performance Base unit location noise The base unit and handset use radio waves to communicate with each oth
70. ot change the ringer tone for intercom calls For KX TG5438 users From the handset to the base unit 1 Handset Press INTERCOM The base unit will beep for 1 minute To stop paging press OFF 2 Base unit Press LOCATOR INTERCOM to answer the page 3 Handset When finished talking press OFF Note During an intercom call the handset user can switch to the speaker by pressing 14 To switch back to the receiver press a To adjust the base unit s speaker volume press A or Vv repeatedly 8 levels high to low are available From the base unit to the handset 1 Base unit Press LOCATOR INTERCOM The handset will beep for 1 minute To stop paging press LOCATOR INTERCOM 2 Handset Press 4 or INTERCOM to answer the page 3 Base unit When the paged party answers speak into the MIC 4 Base unit When finished talking press LOCATOR INTERCOM Note You can locate a misplaced handset by paging it Handset locator 30 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Intercom Features For KX TG5439 users Call the desired unit by selecting the extension number shown in the upper right of each handset s display The base unit s extension number is 0 To confirm the handset s extension number 1 or 2 place the handset on the base unit or charger The base unit will display the paging or paged handset number
71. ow the guidance as necessary 3 Press OFF when finished Note While listening to messages you can switch between the receiver and speaker by pressing x or s Adjust the speaker or receiver volume using Y or a At the end of the last message the unit announces End of final message Voice guidance If you do not press any buttons after the last message is played back the unit s voice guidance starts Operate the answering system by following the guidance as necessary The unit will announce Press 4 to play back new messages Press 5 to play back all messages You can press buttons for other playback options see below even if the voice guidance has started If you do not press any button within 10 seconds after the voice guidance the handset returns to standby mode Answering system commands You can also operate the answering system by pressing dial keys To use the following commands press MENU then press Select at Message play Key Command 1 or lt 4 Repeat message during playback 2 or gt Skip message during playback 4 Play new messages 5 Play all messages 8 Turn answering system on 9 Stop playback 0 Turn answering system off CLEAR Erase this message during or 4 playback 5 Erase all messages 1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a message th
72. r the caller list Calling back will not be possible if the caller information does not include a phone number In some cases you may have to edit the number before dialing For example you may have to delete 1 and the area code KX TG5439 only Each handset has its own caller list If you viewed the caller list or answered a call on one handset the same information in the other handset will be displayed as missed calls Displayed symbols f the same caller calls more than once it will be displayed with the number x2 to x9 Only the date and time of the most recent call will be stored A V is displayed next to items which have already been viewed or answered on this handset Editing a caller s phone number before calling back You can edit a phone number in the caller list by removing its area code and or the long distance code 1 1 Press Y or a to enter the caller list 2 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the desired item 3 Press Edit repeatedly until the phone number is shown in the desired format Each time you press Edit the phone number will be rearranged into one of 3 patterns Local phone number Example 321 5555 Area code Local phone number Example 555 321 5555 1 Area code Local phone number Example 1 555 321 5555 4 To return a call press x or 4 Caller ID number auto
73. r to the base unit Raise the base unit antennas Turn on the clarity booster feature page 20 If your unit is connected to a telephone line with xDSL service we recommend connecting a noise filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack Contact your xDSL provider for details The handset does not ring The ringer volume is turned off Adjust it page 34 cannot make a call The dialing mode may be set incorrectly Set the dial mode page 38 to match the type of telephone service you have tone or pulse f the base unit including answering system or the other handset is in use you may not be able to make a call Try again later While listening to messages using the handset you cannot make a call Exit by pressing OFF cannot redial by pressing REDIAL e f the last number dialed was more than 48 digits long the number will not be redialed correctly e If you press REDIAL after you have started dialing this button functions as the PAUSE button To redial do not dial any numbers before pressing REDIAL cannot join an outside call e You cannot join the call if the other handset is using voice changer To join the call have that handset cancel the voice changer tried to use voice changer during a call but VX is not shown on the display You cannot use the voice changer when you are on a conference call cannot have a conver
74. ry back up power supply KX TCA200 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Introduction 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 power 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 wash bowl kitchen sink etc 5 Place the unit securely on a stable surface Serious damage and or injury may result if the unit falls 6 Donotcover slots and openings on the unit They are provided for ventilation and protection against overheating Never place the unit near radiators or in a place where proper ventilation is not provided 7 Use only the power source marked on the unit If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company 8 Do not place objects on the power cord Install the unit where no one can step or trip on the cord 9 Do not overload power outlets and extension cords This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock 10 Never push any objects through slots in this unit This may result in the risk of fire or electric shock Never spill any liquid on the unit
75. sation using the headset Make sure that an optional headset is connected properly page 55 If sPp phone is displayed on the handset press x to switch to the headset cannot make long distance calls Make sure that you have long distance service cannot page the handset or base unit The called handset is too far from the base unit The called unit is in use Try again later 58 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Useful Information Phonebook Problem Cause amp solution cannot store an item in the phonebook You cannot store an item in the phonebook while the handset is in talk speakerphone or intercom mode or while listening to messages Do not pause for over 1 minute while storing While storing an item in the phonebook the handset starts to ring A call is being received Answer the call and start again from the beginning after hanging up Copying stopped with an item displayed The destination handset may have lost communication with the base unit or the destination handset user may have pressed x or 4 The displayed phonebook item was not copied to the handset Press OFF Confirm that the destination handset is in standby mode i e not in use and try again The display exits the The handset automatically exits after 1 minute of phonebook while inactivity
76. se call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Making Answering Calls Making calls pe EQ g l Navigator key OOO MUTE 41 GSD clear PAUSE SeS how En 1 Lift the handset and press Talk will be displayed REDIAL Microphone 2 Dial the phone number 3 When finished talking press OFF or place the handset on the base unit or charger Note Line in use is displayed when someone is talking on the other handset KX TG5439 only or another phone To adjust the receiver volume 3 levels high medium low are available While using the receiver press Y or a repeatedly To use the speakerphone 1 Lift the handset and press 14 sP phone will be displayed 2 Dial the phone number 3 When the other party answers speak into the microphone 4 When finished talking press OFF or place the handset on the base unit or charger Note Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet room If the other party has difficulty hearing you press Y to decrease the speaker volume While on a call you can switch from the receiver to the speakerphone by pressing 4 To switch back to the receiver press a To adjust the speaker volume 6 levels high to low are available While using the speaker press Y or a repeatedly To dial after confirming the entered number 1 Enter the phone number 3334444 Flash Example
77. searching Caller ID Problem Cause amp solution The handset does not display the callers name and or phone number You have not subscribed to Caller ID service Contact your telephone company to subscribe f your unit is connected to any additional telephone equipment such as Caller ID box or wireless telephone jack disconnect the unit from the equipment and plug the unit directly into the wall jack If your unit is connected to a telephone line with xDSL service we recommend connecting a noise filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack Contact your xDSL provider for details The name display service may not be available in some areas Contact your telephone company for details Other telephone equipment may be interfering with this unit Disconnect the other equipment and try again The caller requested not to send caller information page 26 e f a call is being transferred to you the caller information will not be displayed Generally caller information is displayed from the 2nd ring For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 59 Useful Information Problem Cause amp solution The caller list incoming phone numbers are not edited automatically The Caller ID number auto edit feature is turned off Turn it on and try again page 37 You need to call back the edited number to activate Caller ID number auto edit cannot dial t
78. ser access to the network must be upgraded to recognize newly established network area codes and exchange codes as they are placed into service Failure to upgrade the premises systems or peripheral equipment to recognize the new codes as they are established will restrict the customer and the customer s employees from gaining access to the network and to these codes This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this phone CAUTION Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this device NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equ
79. sired item To edit the number press Edit repeatedly until the number is shown in the desired format page 28 step 3 3 Press Save f there is no name information for the caller Enter name will be displayed Enter the name if necessary see page 22 step 3 Press Next then press Save To continue storing other items repeat from step 2 4 Press OFF to exit Note e f the caller information does not include a phone number you cannot store it in the phonebook Erasing caller information Erasing a selected item 1 Press Y or a to enter the caller list 2 Press Y or a repeatedly to display the desired item 3 Press CLEAR To erase other items repeat from step 2 To exit the caller list press OFF Erasing all items Make sure that you have no missed calls 1 Press Y or a to enter the caller list 2 Press All erase To cancel erasing press No 3 Press Yes For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 29 Intercom Features Intercom Intercom calls can be made between a handset and the base unit and between 2 handsets KX TG5439 only Note f you have difficulty hearing the other party while using the speaker decrease the speaker volume f you receive a phone call while talking on the intercom you will hear 2 tones page 35 To answer the call press OFF then press x or 4 You cann
80. system is in greeting only mode caller messages will not be recorded Handset number displayed when paging or being paged example shown here handset i 1 KX TG5439 only Handset display items Displayed Meaning item C Voice enhancer is on Battery strength Soft keys The handset features 2 soft keys By pressing a soft key you can select the function displayed directly above it The functions displayed will vary depending on how you are using the unit When a function does not appear above a soft key the soft key has no function Rcvd fcalls Phone book t f PaT Soft key examples Displ sP ay Action function Revd Enters caller list calls VX Turns voice changer on off Conf Establishes a conference call 1 KX TG5439 only Backlit display and handset keypad The handset display and dialing buttons will light for a few seconds after pressing any of the handset s controls or lifting the handset off the base unit or charger They will also light when a call is being received For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 15 Preparation Setting the date and time Set the date and time so that the unit will announce the day and time each message was recorded by the answering system page 43 when you play back messages 1 Press MENU 2 Scrollto Date and time by pressin
81. tance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 47 Answering System Features Remote operation Using a touch tone phone you can call your phone number from outside and access the unit to listen to messages The unit s voice guidance will prompt you to press certain dial keys to perform different operations Important In order to operate the answering system remotely you must first set a remote code page 49 This code must be entered each time you operate the answering system remotely Using the answering system remotely 1 Dial your phone number from a touch tone phone f the ring count is set to To11 saver page 50 the number of rings you hear will indicate whether or not you have new messages 2 After the greeting message starts enter your remote code The unit will announce the number of new messages and will play back the new messages 3 After 3 seconds the voice guidance will start Follow the voice guidance as necessary 4 When finished hang up Note When you press a key press firmly You can hang up at any time You can ignore the voice guidance and control the unit using remote commands 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
82. tivated for all outside calls until turned off You can also turn this feature on or off by programming page 37 Depending on the condition and quality of your telephone line this feature may emphasize existing line noise If it becomes difficult to hear turn this feature off 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 It will not turn off automatically during a call You can also turn this feature on or off manually 1 Press MENU during an outside call 2 Press 2 to select Booster on or Booster off You can also select Booster on or Booster off by pressing Y or a then pressing gt 1 Phonebook gt 2 Booster on While this feature is turned on BOOST will flash on the display Note If this feature is turned off manually during a call it will not be turned on automatically during the same call While this feature is turned on battery operating time will be shortened page 12 Call share KX TG5439 only When the other handset is on an outside call this feature allows you to join that call To join a conversation press Sy or s4 when the other handset is on an outside call Conference wil
83. uch tone phone 48 Making calls 17 Memory capacity 47 Message alert 57 Microphone Base unit 30 43 Handset 17 Mute 79 Navigator key 14 Noise 8 Pause 21 Phonebook Adding 22 Calling 23 Copying 24 25 Editing 23 Erasing 23 Names 22 Power failure 9 16 67 Pulse service 27 Recording time 50 Redial 17 70 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Index Redial list 18 Registration 39 Remote code 49 Remote operation 48 Ring count 50 Ringer Tone 35 Volume 34 Ringer ID 26 Ringer off 18 34 Rotary service tone dialing 21 Safety instructions 6 Soft keys 15 SP phone 17 Technical information 66 Time adjustment 40 Toll saver 50 Transferring a call 32 Troubleshooting Answering system 60 Battery charge 61 Caller ID 59 General use 57 Making answering calls Intercom 58 Phonebook 59 Power failure 61 Programmable settings 57 TTY 5 VE voice enhancer 20 Voice changer 19 36 Voice enhancer 20 37 Voice guidance 46 48 Volume control Base unit 45 Handset receiver 17 Handset speaker 17 VX voice changer 19 Wall mounting Base unit 52 Charger unit 54 Warranty 67 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 71 If you need assistance with setup or operation 1 Visit our website http www panasonic com consumersupport 2 Contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo 3 Call us at 1 800 211 PANA 7262 T
84. unds near metal objects such as wire fences etc Operating near 5 8 GHz electrical appliances may cause interference Move away from the electrical appliances Routine care Wipe the outer surface of the unit with a soft cloth Do not use benzine thinner or any abrasive powder 8 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Preparation Connections Base unit Raise heantennas Fasten the AC adaptor cord To single line telephone jack RJ11C Telephone line cord Charger unit KX TG5439 only To power outlet 120 V AC 60 Hz AC adaptor Note Base unit Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV1 Charger unit Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor KX TCA1 The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use 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 The unit will not work during a power failure We recommend connecting a standard telephone to the same telephone line or to the same telephone jack using the Panasonic KX J66 T adaptor Emergency power can be supplied to the unit by connecting a Panasonic battery back up power supply noted on page 5 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 9 Preparation
85. while using the answering system Repeating a message Press l 4 while listening to the message f pressed within the first 5 seconds of a message the previous message will be played Skipping a message Press gt gt to play the next message Pausing message playback Press STOP To resume playback press MESSAGE To stop playback completely press STOP again Erasing a specific message Press ERASE while listening to the message you want to erase Erasing all messages 1 Press ERASE while the base unit is not being used The unit will announce To erase all messages press ERASE again 2 Within 10 seconds press ERASE again The unit will announce No messages For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 45 Answering System Features Note Caller information for the erased messages will remain in the caller list Listening to messages using the handset MENU O A Select When new messages have been recorded New message is displayed 1 Press MENU 2 Press Select at Message play The unit will announce the number of new messages and will play back the new messages When you have no new messages the unit will announce No new messages All message playback and will play back all messages After the last message is played back the unit s voice guidance starts Foll

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