This cordless camera is an accessory unit for use with Panasonic base units KX-TG5961AL/KX-TG5971AL/KX-TG5976AL. You must register this cordless camera with your base unit before it can be used. Camera monitoring requires a colour display handset (KX- TGA591AL). Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save for future reference.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic 5.8 GHz expandable digital cordless camera. We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference. Serial No. (found on the bottom of the unit) Name and address of dealer Attach your purchase receipt here.
Introduction Accessory information Included accessories No. Accessory item AC adaptor for cordless camera Wall-mounting adaptor for cordless camera Call button for cordless camera Quantity...
Important safety instructions When using the product, 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. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5.
Introduction regulations posted in the area instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Notice L Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is available for emergency use.
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Conditions for using the cordless camera L The cordless camera is intended for indoor use only. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or halogen light may damage the camera lens. L Use the cordless camera in a bright place such as under daylight or a well-lit room.
Preparation Controls A Antenna B Camera lens C MIC (Microphone) D {Call button} Understanding the cordless camera indicator The cordless camera indicator shows the status as follows. Status Red (flashing rapidly) Yellow-green Yellow-green (flashing) E Indicator F DIP switches G Speaker H PROG.
Connect the AC adaptor cord by pressing the plug firmly (A). Connect the call button cord until it clicks into the unit (B). L Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV235AL. Note: L When the AC adaptor is connected, the indicator lights in red then starts flashing.
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Preparation Adjusting the cordless camera lens angle Aim the camera lens by pushing the tab (A) and rotating the lens forward or backward. L Using the handset, confirm that the area you want to monitor from the cordless camera is displayed (page 14). Approx.
Setting the DIP switches DIP switches (Default position: ON) OFF*1 You can set the following functions by using the DIP switch 1 to 3. Slide each switch with a pointed object such as a pen as necessary. After repositioning the DIP switches to your preferred settings, unplug the AC adaptor then reconnect it.
Preparation Symbols used in these operating instructions Symbol { }: button name/soft key name Example: Unit keys: {INTERCOM}, {OFF} Soft keys: {CALL} Example: {INTERCOM} Select the desired cordless camera. i {CALL} {MUTE} {OFF} {^} {V} Meaning The words in the brackets indicate button names/ soft key names on the handset and base unit.
Registering the cordless camera Register the cordless camera to a KX- TG5961AL/KX-TG5971AL/KX-TG5976AL base unit. Base unit: Press and hold {INTERCOM} until the IN USE indicator flashes. L After the IN USE indicator starts flashing, the rest of the procedure must be completed within 90 seconds.
Camera Monitoring Camera monitoring using a handset With a colour display handset (KX- TGA591AL), you can monitor the image and sound of the room where the cordless camera is located. The monitored camera does not ring, allowing you to easily monitor a baby’s room, for example, from different areas of the house.
You can talk to the handset user. Speak clearly into the MIC. Handset display item for camera monitoring Displayed Meaning item Example: The handset is connected to the cordless camera. When flashing: The cordless camera is paging the handset. (It detects sound or its {Call button} is pressed.) Paging the handsets from the...
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Camera Monitoring Paging using the cordless camera call button Cordless camera: Press {Call button}. L The cordless camera produces a camera tone and pages the handsets for 1 minute. Handset: Press {s} to answer the page. L You can monitor the room where the cordless camera is located.
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Setting the audio detection sensitivity The cordless camera features a sensor that detects human voices such as a baby cry. Sounds other than human voices may be difficult to detect. To use this feature, confirm that the cordless camera is located in a place where it can easily detect voices.
Useful Information Wall mounting The cordless camera can be mounted by the standard mounting or upside down mounting. CAUTION: L Mount the cordless camera on the stable location where the unit can be adequately supported when installing. L 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.
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Mounting the cordless camera on the wall Standard mounting Drive the screws (not included) into the wall at a recommended height of 1.8 m or below using the wall mount template as a guide (page 20). (230–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) Upside down mounting L The image may be seen upside down when mounting upside down.
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Useful Information About the screws for wall mounting L Use the recommended screw size below. L Drive the mounting screws leaving enough length from the wall to hook the cordless camera. Max. 9.3 mm Removing the wall-mounting adaptor Press and hold the hold button (A) on the left side of the wall-mounting plate. Slide the cordless camera to the right (B).
Troubleshooting Problem The cordless camera does not work. The cordless camera’s indicator is flashing red. The image is faint. The image sent from the cordless camera is poor on the handset display. The image sent from the cordless camera is dark and difficult to see on the handset display.
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Useful Information Problem I pressed {Call button} but the cordless camera does not page the handsets. The handset speaker and/or the cordless camera emit a howling noise while monitoring. When using the handset speakerphone to have an intercom call with the cordless camera, sound cuts in and out and you have difficulty hearing the...
Specifications Operating environment Frequency Dimensions Mass (Weight) Power consumption Power output Power supply Number of pixels Illuminance Focus Photograph angle Note: L Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. L The illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product. 5 °C –...
Index Index A Answering the page: 16 Audio detection sensitivity: 17 C Call button: 9, 16 Camera angle: 10 Camera indicator: 8 Camera monitoring: 14 Camera tone: 15 Connection AC adaptor: 9 Wall-mounting adaptor: 18 Cordless Camera Settings Audio detection sensitivity: 17 Brightness: 16 Image orientation (Upside down): 11 Image quality: 11...
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