Panasonic KX-TG5583PK Operating Instructions Manual

5.8 ghz expandable digital cordless answering system
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Operating Instructions

5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System
KX-TG5583
Model No.
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.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Using Caller ID service... . . 33 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Talking Caller ID ....33 Ringer ID and light-up ID .
  • Page 3 (KX-TGA550 only) ....68 Picture ID (KX-TGA552 only)..69 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Table of Contents Guide to programming ... 70 Memory status (KX-TGA552 only) .
  • Page 4 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 Attach your purchase receipt here.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    No. Accessory items AC adaptor for base unit Telephone line cord Wall mounting adaptor Battery Handset cover Belt clip Audio cable Charger AC adaptor for charger For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Order number PQLV1W PQJA10075Z PQKL10068Z2 HHR-P104 PQYNTG5432MR PQKE10396Z2 PQJA10165Z PQLV30030ZM...
  • Page 6: Expanding Your Phone

    1, 2, and 3. L In most situations 4 units can be operated at once, however, the number of units that can be operated at once may be lower depending on the features being used. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Order number HHR-P104 KX-TGA550 (features a 1.6 inch monochrome display)
  • Page 7: Available Accessory Handsets

    “Installation Guide for GIGARANGE USB Utility” for details. For information on ordering accessory handsets, see page 6. For KX-TGA550 and KX-TGA552 operations, see page 66 to page 68 beforehand. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport KX-TGA550 KX-TGA551 Available as...
  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions

    Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently used. 12. Unplug this unit from power outlets and...
  • Page 9 L Unplug this unit from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped and contact the Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (7262). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Introduction Medical...
  • Page 10: For Best Performance

    (41 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp basements should also be avoided. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport L The maximum calling distance may be shortened when the unit is used in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, undergrounds, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.
  • Page 11: Preparation

    L 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 6.
  • Page 12: Battery Installation

    To single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) Telephone Noise filter line cord (For DSL users) For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Battery installation Insert the battery (1), and press it down until it snaps into the compartment (2). Close the handset cover.
  • Page 13: Battery Charge

    Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust, or high humidity. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Preparation Battery strength You can confirm the battery strength on the handset display.
  • Page 14: Battery Replacement

    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) While using the Up to 3 hours...
  • Page 15: Screen Saver Mode

    Example: Screen saver To cancel screen saver mode To use the handset when it is in screen saver mode, first press {OFF} to turn the display on again. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 16: Controls And Displays

    H {STOP} I {GREETING REC} (Recording) J {GREETING CHECK} K Antenna L Speaker M Charge contacts For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport N O P Q R S T U N {PROGRAM} {AUTO} O {MUTE} P {CALL WAIT} {FLASH} Q {REDIAL} {PAUSE}...
  • Page 17 K Display L {OFF} M {CLEAR} {MUTE} N {INTERCOM} {HOLD} O Microphone P Charge contacts For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Charger A Charge contacts B 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 {^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}.
  • Page 18: Displays

    Handset number; displayed when paging or being paged. (example shown here: handset 1) Paging all handsets. Base unit is in programming mode. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Handset display items Displayed Meaning item --:-- The date and time need to be set.
  • Page 19 Ringer setting Display setting Function Initial setting Set date & time For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Preparation Handset soft keys The handset features 3 soft keys. By pressing a soft key, you can select the function displayed directly above it.
  • Page 20: Setting The Unit Before Use

    2 digits for each. Example: June 15, 2005 Press {0}{6} {1}{5} {0}{5}. Date:06.15.2005 Time:12:00 AM 0-9=Date&Time For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport 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}.
  • Page 21: Making/Answering Calls

    Lift the handset and press {s}. L “SP-phone” will be displayed. Dial the phone number. When the other party answers, speak into the microphone. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport When finished talking, press {OFF} or place the handset on the base unit or charger. Note: L Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet room.
  • Page 22: Useful Features During A Call

    After 4 additional minutes on hold, the call will be disconnected. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport 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.
  • Page 23 L “Conference” will be displayed. L A maximum of 4 parties (including the outside party) can join a conversation. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Making/Answering Calls Call privacy Call privacy allows you to prevent other users from joining your conversations with outside callers.
  • Page 24: Making Calls Using The Base Unit

    Press {*} (TONE) before entering access numbers which require tone dialing. Note: L The dialing mode will return to pulse when you hang up. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Making calls using the base unit {V}, {^} {MUTE} {CALL WAIT}...
  • Page 25: Useful Features During A Call

    To mute your voice, press {MUTE}. L The SP-PHONE indicator flashes. L To return to the conversation, press {MUTE} or {SP-PHONE}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Making/Answering Calls Call share When another extension is on an outside call, this feature allows you to join that call.
  • Page 26: Answering Calls Using The Handset

    Press {*} (TONE) before entering access numbers which require tone dialing. Note: L The dialing mode will return to pulse when you hang up. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering calls using the handset When a call is being received, the ringer indicator flashes rapidly.
  • Page 27: Answering Calls Using The Base Unit

    Within 10 seconds, press {<} or {>} repeatedly to select the desired ringer tone. L To stop ringing, press {STOP}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Making/Answering Calls Note: L If you subscribe to a distinctive ring service (such as IDENTA-RING), select a tone (Tone 1 to 3).
  • Page 28: Phonebook

    Example: 555-765-4321 Press {SAVE}. L To add other items, repeat from step Press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Note: L Caller ID subscribers can use ringer ID and light-up ID features (page 34). Character table The dial keys can be used to enter characters.
  • Page 29: Calling Someone In The Phonebook

    L To exit the phonebook, press {OFF}. L To dial the displayed number, press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Editing items in the phonebook Press {C} (right soft key). Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired item.
  • Page 30: Chain Dial Feature

    {*} before pressing {MENU} in step 1 to change the dialing mode temporarily to tone. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Copying phonebook items You can copy one or all of the phonebook items from the handset to the phonebook of another handset.
  • Page 31 L When all items have been copied, “Complete” will be displayed. L The destination handset display will show “Phonebook Receiving”, then “Phonebook Received”. L To copy items to another handset, repeat from step 3. Press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Phonebook...
  • Page 32: Speed Dialer

    PBX or long distance service. For example, if you need to dial the line access number “9” with a PBX: For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport In step 2, press {9}, {PAUSE}, then enter the phone number. Note: L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each...
  • Page 33: Caller Id Service

    L If the unit is connected to a PBX system, caller information may not be received properly. Consult your PBX supplier. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Caller ID Service 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...
  • Page 34: Ringer Id And Light-Up Id

    Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired item. Press {OPTION}. Press {1} to select “Ringer ID”. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport To select a tone or melody, scroll to “Tone & Melody”, then press {SELECT}. To select a song, scroll to “Customized ring”, then press...
  • Page 35: Caller List

    “missed calls”. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Caller ID Service Displayed symbols L If the same caller calls more than once, it will be displayed with the number (“×2”...
  • Page 36: Storing Caller Information Into The Phonebook

    (see “Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back” on page 35, step 3). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Press {SAVE}. L If there is no name information for the caller, “Enter name” will be displayed.
  • Page 37: Intercom Features

    L During an intercom call, the handset user can switch to the speaker by pressing {s}. To switch back to the receiver, press {C}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Intercom Features From the base unit to a handset Base unit: Press {INTERCOM}.
  • Page 38: Voice Paging

    L The announcement is heard at the handset ringer volume (page 48). L A handset cannot be paged when it is on the base unit. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Transferring a call Outside calls can be transferred between the handset and the base unit, and between 2 handsets.
  • Page 39: Transferring A Call From The Base

    To make a voice announcement to all handsets, press {*} (A), then speak into the MIC when the SP-PHONE indicator stops flashing. Press {SP-PHONE}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Intercom Features L The outside call rings at the paged handset(s). Note:...
  • Page 40: Conference Calls

    L If 2 handsets are in a conference call and one handset is using the clarity booster feature, a 3rd handset will not be able to join the conference call. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Using the base unit During an outside call, press {INTERCOM}.
  • Page 41: Room Monitor

    Scroll to “Room monitor”, then press {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “On” or “Off”. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Intercom Features Monitoring a room Important: L Before monitoring, make sure the unit to be monitored is not in use.
  • Page 42 Note: L The monitored handset displays “Room monitor”. L If the room monitor feature of the destination handset is off or if that handset is on the base unit, a busy tone will be heard. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 43: Programmable Settings

    L To go back to the previous menu, press {BACK} or {<}. Function menu table Main menu Answering device Ringer setting Display setting For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Sub-menu 1 Message playback Message alert Ring count Recording time Remote code...
  • Page 44 *2 Caller IQ subscribers only. See the included “Caller IQ” leaflet for more information. *3 KX-TGA552 only Note: L For KX-TGA550, see page 70. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Sub-menu 1 Voice enhancer Caller IQ Memory status...
  • Page 45: Programming Via Direct Commands

    Set flash time {1} {2} {1} Set line mode {1} {2} {2} HS registration {1} {3} {0} For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Setting code Enter date and time. (Default: 12.31.2005) {1}: English* {2}: Spanish {1}: Pulse {2}: Tone*...
  • Page 46 {2} {2} {6} Ring color {2} {3} {5} Voice enhancer {2} {7} {0} For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Setting code {3} {3} {5} {1}: Level 1 {2}: Level 2 {3}: Level 3* {4}: Level 4 {5}: Level 5 {6}: Level 6...
  • Page 47 Room monitor {*} {2} {0} {2} (Base unit) *1 KX-TGA550 does not support this feature. See page 70. *2 KX-TGA552 only For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Setting code – {1}: 1 minute {2}: 2 minutes {3}: 3 minutes* {0}: Greeting only Enter remote code.
  • Page 48: Ringer Settings K

    L When the ringer volume is set to off, the handset will not announce caller names (page 33). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Handset ringer tone You can change the ringer tone heard when an outside call is received. There are 3 tones, 4 melodies, and 2 songs.
  • Page 49: Recording Songs From An Audio Device For Ringer Tones (Customize Ring)

    For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Connect the audio device to the handset using the included audio cable.
  • Page 50: Ring Color

    (page 48), “Tone 1” (default) will be used instead of that song. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport L If the erased song was assigned to certain callers (Ringer ID, page 34), the Ringer ID assignment will be canceled, and the handset ringer tone (page 48) will be used instead of that song.
  • Page 51: Function M

    Scroll to M, then press {SELECT}. Scroll to “Customer support”, then press {SELECT}. L “www.panasonic.com/support” will be displayed. Press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Display setting L Wallpaper You can select the “wallpaper” pattern shown on the display in standby mode.
  • Page 52: Handset Display Color (Appearance)

    {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Initial setting N Handset Talking Caller ID You can turn the Talking Caller ID feature (page 33) on or off for the handset.
  • Page 53: Handset Key Tone

    “2”: The tone will sound 2 times. “On”: The tone will sound for as long as the line rings. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings “Off”: Turns this feature off. Press {MENU} (middle soft key). Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.
  • Page 54: Line Mode

    Scroll to “Set line mode”, then press {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Base unit settings These features can be set by using the handset. Base unit ringer volume You can also adjust the base unit ringer volume from the base unit (page 27).
  • Page 55: Canceling The Handset Registration

    Scroll to “Talking CallerID”, then press {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “On” or “Off”. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Canceling the handset registration If you no longer need to use the handset or...
  • Page 56: Registering The Handset

    L Registration is complete. L The handset’s new extension number (! to )) will be displayed. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Set date & time O 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.
  • Page 57: Answering System Features

    Make sure the date and time have been set (page 20). L You can select the caller’s recording time (page 65). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Recording your greeting message You can record your own greeting message (max.
  • Page 58: Erasing Your Greeting Message

    “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}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Turning the answering system on/off {ANSWER ON} ANSWER ON indicator {V}, {^} Press {ANSWER ON}.
  • Page 59: Listening To Messages

    L When you have no new messages, the unit will announce “No new messages. All message playback”, and will play back all messages. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Note: L The display shows the message number during playback.
  • Page 60: Listening To Messages Using The Handset

    L When you have no new messages, the unit will announce “No new messages. All message playback”, and will play back all messages. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport L After the last message is played back, the unit’s voice guidance starts. Follow the guidance as necessary.
  • Page 61: Recording A Voice Memo

    L To edit the number before calling back, press {EDIT} repeatedly to select the desired format (page 35), then press {CALL}, {C}, or {s}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Recording a voice memo You can use the base unit to leave a voice memo (voice message) for yourself or someone else (max.
  • Page 62: Memory Capacity

    “Greeting only” mode will be announced to callers (page 58). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport 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...
  • Page 63 Skip message (during playback) Play new messages Play all messages Record a greeting message Stop (recording, playback) Turn answering system off For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Remote command Erase this message (during {*}{4} playback) Erase all messages...
  • Page 64: Answering System Settings J

    Press {MENU} (middle soft key). Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}. Scroll to “Ring count”, then press {SELECT}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. Note: L Usually the unit will announce the caller’s name after the 2nd ring.
  • Page 65: Caller's Recording Time

    L While message alert is on, battery operating time will be shortened (page 14). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Turning call screening on/off While a caller is leaving a message, you can screen the call through the base unit speaker.
  • Page 66: For Kx-Tga550/Kx-Tga552 Users

    L Display M {OFF} N {CLEAR} {MUTE} O {INTERCOM} {HOLD} P Microphone Q Charge contacts For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Operation Differences between the handsets included with the KX- TG5583, KX-TGA550, KX- TGA551, and KX-TGA552 After registering the accessory handset...
  • Page 67 To select a menu item not shown on the current page, scroll up or down by pushing the joystick up or down, respectively. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport For KX-TGA550/KX-TGA552 Users Using the soft keys The handset features 2 soft keys and a joystick.
  • Page 68: Adding Items/Calling Someone In The

    Menu Menu/feature icon Answering device Ringer setting Display setting Function Initial setting Set date & time For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Handset display items (KX-TGA550 only) Displayed Meaning item Speaker is on. PRIVACY Call Privacy mode is on. Adding items/calling someone in the phonebook using the unit’s menu P (KX-TGA550...
  • Page 69: Picture Id (Kx-Tga552 Only)

    “No data” in step 5, then press {SELECT}. L To erase your original picture, see page 72. If you erase a picture assigned to a caller, the Picture ID assignment will be canceled. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport For KX-TGA550/KX-TGA552 Users...
  • Page 70: Guide To Programming

    Press {SELECT} when the desired menu item or setting is displayed. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. KX-TGA550 only Main menu Answering device Ringer setting Phonebook Function For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Sub-menu 1 Message playback Message alert Ring count Recording time Remote code Call screening...
  • Page 71 *2 Caller IQ subscribers only. See the included “Caller IQ” leaflet for more information. Note: L For KX-TGA552, see page 43. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport For KX-TGA550/KX-TGA552 Users Sub-menu 1 Talking CallerID Caller ID edit...
  • Page 72: Memory Status (Kx-Tga552 Only)

    Note: L Data files are retained even if the handset battery is removed or discharged. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Erasing a picture or song Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Memory status”. Press {MENU} (center of joystick). Push the joystick up or down repeatedly to select “1 wallpaper”, “1 picture...
  • Page 73: Wallpaper (Kx-Tga552 Only)

    L The preset pattern “Wallpaper1” and “Wallpaper2” in this product are used with permission of © 2005 Digital Archive Japan, Inc. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport For KX-TGA550/KX-TGA552 Users L The preset patterns “Wallpaper3” in this product is used with permission of ©...
  • Page 74: Handset Lcd Contrast

    Press {MENU} (center of joystick). Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}. Scroll to “LCD contrast”, then press {SELECT}. Push the joystick up or down repeatedly to select the desired setting. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 75: Useful Information

    For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Headset (optional) Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversations. Please use only a Panasonic headset. See page 6 for compatible headsets and ordering information. To connect an optional headset to the handset L Model shown is KX-TCA86.
  • Page 76: Wall Mounting

    Base unit The base unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate. Connect the AC adaptor. Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor (1). Connect the telephone line cord (2). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Fasten the AC adaptor cord.
  • Page 77 Adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit, then push it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit by inserting the mounting pins (A and B) into the round openings on the adaptor, then sliding the unit down to secure the unit.
  • Page 78 Drive the screws (not included) into the wall using the wall mount template (see below). Mount the charger (1). Slide it down (2) and to the right (3) until it is secure. Wall mount template for the charger For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport 25.4 mm (1") Screws...
  • Page 79: Error Messages

    Error!! All handsets registered. ---Incomplete--- Phonebook full For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Cause & solution L The called handset or base unit is in use. L Privacy mode is on for the call you tried to join (page 23). L The handset you tried to copy phonebook items to is in use.
  • Page 80: To The Base Unit

    Please lift up and try again. System is busy. Please try again later. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Cause & solution L The destination handset is out of area. L The destination handset user may have pressed {C} or {s}.
  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    The handset displays the incorrect time. Programmable settings Problem I cannot program items. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Cause & solution L Make sure that the battery is installed correctly (page 12). L Check the connections (page 11). L Fully charge the battery (page 13).
  • Page 82 L Raise the base unit antennas. L Turn on the clarity booster feature (page 23). L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with DSL service, we recommend connecting a noise filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack.
  • Page 83 The display exits the phonebook while searching. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Cause & solution L The called handset is too far from the base unit. L The called unit is in use. Try again later. L Other handsets are in use. Try again later.
  • Page 84 L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with DSL service, we recommend connecting a noise filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack.
  • Page 85 During message playback, the unit rings and cancels playback. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Cause & solution L The handset automatically exits after 1 minute of inactivity. L 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.
  • Page 86 The handset display is blank. Power failure Problem The unit will not function. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Cause & solution L New messages have been recorded. Listen to the new messages (page 59) or turn the message alert off (page 65).
  • Page 87: Fcc And Other Information

    But if advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Useful Information 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.
  • Page 88 Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this phone. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this...
  • Page 89: Openlcr Service For The Caller Iq

    The base and handset units must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Phone number: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) FCC Warning (KX-TGA552 only):...
  • Page 90: Specifications

    Approx. 180 g (0.40 lb.) Power supply: Ni-MH battery (3.6 V, 830 mAh) Security codes: 1,000,000 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Charger Operating environment: 5 °C – 40 °C (41 °F – 104 °F) Dimensions: Approx. height 71 mm x width 88 mm x...
  • Page 91: Warranty

    Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B Door #12 McAllen, TX 78503 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).
  • Page 92 Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor. PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 93: Customer Services

    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: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 94: Index

    Telephone line cord: 11 Controls Base unit: 16 Handset: 17 Copy phonebook: 30, 31 Customer support: 51 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Customized ring: 48 Customize ring: 49 D Date and time: 20 Deregistration: 55, 79 Dialing mode: 20 Display...
  • Page 95 S Safety instructions: 8 Soft keys: 19 Specifications: 90 Speed dialer: 32 SP-phone Base unit: 24 Handset: 21 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport T Talking Caller ID Base unit: 33, 55 Handset: 33, 52 Time adjustment: 56 Toll saver: 64 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 96 L Send the unit to Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured. L 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.

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