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Panasoni(
5.8 GHz Expandable Cordless Phone System
Operating Instructions
Model No.
KX-TG5230
Pulse-or-tone
dialing
capability
The unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller's name and phone number,
you must subscribe to Caller ID service.
PLEASE
READ BEFORE
USE AND SAVE.
Panasonic World Wide Web address:
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for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
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- Page 1 The unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller's name and phone number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service. PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.corn for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico...
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone. Please read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS page 73 before use. Read and understand all instructions. tele indl Attach your purchase receipt here. Accessories (included) For extra orders, call 1-800-332-5368. For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, call 1-866-605-1277.
- Page 3 Expanding Your Phone KX-TG5230 includes one handset and one base unit. You can expand the system by adding up to 3 accessory handsets, sold separately. A maximum of 4 handsets can be registered to the base unit. KX-TG5230 Up to 3 accessory handsets can be added. The illustration is KX-TGA520.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Erasing Caller Information ..For Best Performance ..Phone Book ....Location of Controls ..Storing Names and Numbers... Display ....Dialing from the Phone Book.. Installation ....Chain Dial ....Connections ....Editing an Item in the Phone Book ....Installing the Battery in the Handset .... - Page 5 Contents For Call Waiting Service Users ....Temporary Tone Dialing (For Rotary or Pulse Service Users).. 56 FLASH Button ..... Incoming Call Tone ..Key Tone ....Belt Clip ....Optional Headset ... Wall Mounting ....Direct Commands ... Canceling Registration/ Re-registration .....
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Page 6: For Best Performance
For Best Performance Battery charge The handset is powered by a rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery. Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use (p. 12). Base unit location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and handset using wireless radio waves. -
Page 7: Location Of Controls
Location of Controls Base unit Charge Contacts (p. 13) [-X-] (TONE) Button (p. 56) [REDIAL/PAUSE] VM (Voice Mail) Button (p. 25, 55) Button and Indicator (p. 6) (p. 53) [LOCATOR/ Antenna (p. 6) INTERCOM/ Speaker TRANSFER] Button and Indicator (p. 42) Button (p. - Page 8 Location of Controls Handset Back side er/Message Alert Indicator (p. 21, 26) Antenna Speaker I Receiver Display (p. 1 zSoft Keys (p. 9) Headset Jack (p. 59)-,,,, /Navigator Key ([V], [A]) (p. 9) "--[OFF] Button (p. 14, 22) ["%] (TALK) Button (p. 22) _[MENU] Button (p.
- Page 9 Location of Controls How to use the soft keys/navigator keys Handset soft keys ,i-i-i_r1 Three soft keys are used to select functions displayed directly above each key. Functions displayed above each key will change depending on the state of use. ]1t411111 On this sample display, "lr_ll-_l"...
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Page 10: Display
Display @ ®® ® ®® I__1__1. [] PRIVACY [z]1 IlO missed calls (_) "ll_l_r-Jl" functions as follows. The line is free. The line is being used. i la i: :'i A call is on hold on the handset or base unit. ::_hi_ _d:i A call is being received. -
Page 11: Installation
Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) AC Adaptor _'_'_ • USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. PQLVlZ). • The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.) •... -
Page 12: Installing The Battery In The Handset
Installation Installing the Battery in the Handset Insert the battery (@), and press it down until it snaps into the compartment (@). Close the cover. To replace the battery: Press the notch on the cover firmly and slide it as indicated by the arrow. - Page 13 Battery information After your Panasonic battery is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: While in use (TALK) Up to 5 hours While not in use (Standby) Up to 11 days While using the Clarity Booster feature (p.
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Page 14: Programmable Settings
Programmable Settings Programming Guidelines The unit has several programmable functions which can be selected from the function menu on the display (p. 15). How to select a function item from the menu Press [MENU]. • The main menu is displayed (p. 15). Scroll to the desired item by pressing [V] or [A]. -
Page 15: Function Menu Table
Programmable Settings Function Menu Table You can use the following functions to customize your unit• See the corresponding pages for function details• • After pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items directly by pressing ([0] to [9], I-X-] and [#]) instead of using the soft keys (p. 63-64). p 24 •... -
Page 16: Display Language
Programmable Settings Display Language You can select either "English" or "Spanish" as the display language. The factory preset is "English". Press [MENU]. Scroll to "Znitial setting" by pressing IV] or [A], then press the soft key (_'_l!--.r_). 3 Scroll to "change language"... -
Page 17: Line Mode
Programmable Settings Line Mode The line mode is preset to "B" and generally should not be adjusted. If "I_IB_F-JI" is not displayed on the handset properly,the line mode selection is incorrect. Set line mode to "A". Press [MENU]. Scroll to "Initial setting"... -
Page 18: Ringer Volume
Programmable Settings Ringer Volume You can set the handset and base unit ringer volumes to high, medium, tow, or off. The factory preset is HIGH. If the handset or base unit ringer is turned off, the handset or base unit wilt ring at the tow level for intercom calls, and wilt not ring for outside calls. -
Page 19: Ringer Tone
Programmable Settings Base unit ringer volume Make sure the base unit is not being used. To set the ringer volume to high (preset), medium, or low, press [V] or [A]. • To increase volume, press [A]. To decrease volume, press [V]. •... - Page 20 Programmable Settings Base unit ringer tone (use either the handset or the base unit) Make sure the base unit is not being used. Press [,] or [_]. • The base unit wilt ring using the current ringer tone. If the ringer volume has been turned off, the base unit will not ring (p.
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Page 21: Lcd Contrast
Programmable Settings LCD Contrast There are 6 levels of LCD contrast. The factory preset is "level 3". 1 Press [MENU]. Scroll to "Initial by pressing setting" or [A], then press the soft key (iL'_llr-Jr_). 3 Scroll to "LCD contrast" by pressing [V] or [A], then press the soft key (#l--.l!--.r_). -
Page 22: Making Calls
Making Calls System capabilities (Operating more than one handset, p. 3) Up to 3 extensions (3 handsets or 2 handsets and the base unit) can operate at a time. The maximum operating number may decrease depending on the state of use. Using the Handset Press ["%]. - Page 23 Making Calls To dial after confirming To redial using the redial entered number list (Memory Redial) The last 5 phone numbers dialed are 1. Enter a phone number. stored in the redial list. 3334444_ 1. Press [REDIAL]. • If you misdial, press the soft key •...
- Page 24 Voice Enhancer Technology Panasonic's Voice Enhancer Technology clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to, reproducing a more natural-sounding voice that is easier to hear and understand. Voice Enhancer Technology can be turned on or off. The factory preset is OFF.
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Page 25: Using The Base Unit
Making Calls Using the Base Unit Press [8P-PHONE]. [REDIAL/PAUSE] • The indicator lights. [A], [V] 2 Dial a phone number. • If you misdial, press [SP-PHONE] and start again from step 1. 3 When the other party answers, talk into the MIC (microphone). '"... -
Page 26: Answering Calls
Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, call" is displayed, and the "Incoming Ringer/Message Alert indicator on the handset and the IN USE indicator on the base unit flash rapidly. Press ["%] or [_-]. • You can also answer a call by pressing any button except [V], [A] or [OFF]. -
Page 27: Caller Id Service
Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with Caller ID services offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to Caller ID, caller names and phone numbers will be displayed and recorded in the Caller List. How Caller ID information is displayed and announced When a call comes in, the unit wilt ring and Caller ID... -
Page 28: Talking Caller Id
Caller ID Service Talking Caller ID To use this feature, you need to subscribe to Caller ID. For further information, please contact your telephone company. • If the unit does not receive Caller ID information, the unit wilt announce "Call from out or"area", "Call t'romprivate caller", or "Call t'romlong distance". -
Page 29: Using The Caller List
Caller ID Service Base unit Talking Caller ID feature This feature must be turned on or off for the base unit by using the handset. Press [MENU]. Scroll to "Initial by pressing setting" Initial setting IV] or [A], then press the soft key (IL'_III'-J_). 3 Scroll to "set base unit"... -
Page 30: Viewing The Caller List
Using the Caller List Viewing the Caller List Press the soft key (IrdlTill), [V], or [A] to enter the Caller List. To search from the most recent call, press [V]. To search from the oldest call, press [A]. • The caller's name, number and the time and date of the call are displayed. -
Page 31: Editing The Caller's Phone Number
Using the Caller List Editing the Caller's Phone Number You can edit a phone number in the Caller List by removing its area code and/or the long distance code "1". Once you call back an edited number, this unit can automatically edit incoming phone numbers from the same area code in the Caller List and each time you receive a call (Caller ID Number Auto Edit, p. -
Page 32: Caller Id Number Auto Edit
Using the Caller List Caller ID Number Auto Edit Once you call back an edited number (p. 31), this unit can automatically edit incoming phone numbers from the same area code in the Caller List and each time you receive a call. For example, it can ignore the area code of calls originating from your area code, so that you can call these numbers from the Caller List without dialing the area code. -
Page 33: Storing Caller Information In The Phone Book
Using the Caller List Storing Caller Information in the Phone Book Caller names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List can be stored in the phone book. Press the soft key (Ir'_l_ll), [V], or [A] to enter the Caller List. 2 Scroll to the desired caller by pressing or [A]. -
Page 34: Phone Book
Phone Book The handset can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in its phone book. You can make a call by selecting a name or number from the phone book, and copy phone book items from one handset to another (p. 39, 40). Storing Names and Numbers Press the soft key (I;;_). - Page 35 Phone Book Selecting characters to enter names Enter names using the dialing buttons. Press each button until the desired character is displayed. • Pressing each button selects a character in the order shown below. # & ' ( ) _ m n o M N O 6 a b c A B C 2 p q r s P Q R S 7...
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Page 36: Dialing From The Phone Book
Phone Book Dialing from the Phone Book Press the soft key (I;_). • The display shows the number of stored items. • You can press the soft key (IL"I_8_1)to view the first item. 2 Scroll to the desired item. To scroll down, press [V]. -
Page 37: Chain Dial
Phone Book Chain Dial You can dial a combination of phone book or manual key pad entries while making a call. This feature can be used, for example, to first automatically dial a calling card access number that you have stored in the phone book, then manually or automatically dial your PIN and then automatically dial the destination from the phone book. -
Page 38: Editing An Item In The Phone Book
Phone Book Editing an Item in the Phone Book Press the soft key (l;;_). 2 Scroll to the desired item by pressing [A]. • To search for the item by initial see page 36. 3 Press the soft key (r-Jr.1). Edit the name (p. -
Page 39: Copying Items In The Phone Book
Phone Book Copying Items in the Phone Book (When the System Has Two or More Handsets) You can copy one or all phone book items between two handsets. The destination handset wilt save the items in its phone book. • If an outside call is received during the phone book copy, copying will stop. You wilt need to re-send the item(s) later. - Page 40 Phone Book To copy all oftheitemsin your phone bookto another handset Make sure the destination handset is not in use. 1 Press[MENU]. Scroll to "copy phone book" by pressing or [A], then press the soft key (_T-.llr-.r_). 3 Scroll to "copy items"...
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Page 41: Speed Dialer
Speed Dialer Storing Phone Numbers You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the base unit. The dialing buttons ([0] to [9]) function as memory stations. Make sure the base unit is not being used. Press [PROGRAM]. • The IN USE indicator flashes. Memory [REDIAL/PAUSE] Station... -
Page 42: Intercom
Intercom Intercom calls can be made between a handset and the base unit, and between two handsets (when the system has two or more handsets, p. 3). You can page all handsets at once from the base unit, and announce the page to all handsets (Voice Paging, p. -
Page 43: Answering Intercom Calls
Intercom During an intercom call: • If you have difficulty hearing while using the speakerphone on the handset or base unit, decrease the speaker volume by pressing [V]. • If an incoming call is being received, you will hear two tones (incoming call tone, p. -
Page 44: Voice Paging
Intercom Voice Paging The base unit user can make a voice announcement that is heard through the speakers of all handsets. • When 4 handsets are registered to the base unit, and if one handset user is on conversation using the Booster feature, 1 of the remaining 3 handsets will not receive the voice announcement. -
Page 45: Transferring A Call
Transferring a Call You can transfer an outside call to the base unit or a handset. From the _ to the Handset: (1) During a call, press [HOLD/INTERCOM]. • The call is put on hold. (2) To page the base unit, press [0]. (3) Wait for the paged party to answer, then you can announce the transfer. - Page 46 Transferring a Call From a _ to another (when the system has two or more handsets) During a call, press [HOLD/INTERCOM], then page another handset by pressing its extension number ([1] to [4]). Wait for the paged party to answer, then you can announce the transfer.
- Page 47 Transferring a Call Quick call transfer You can transfer a call without waiting for the paged party to answer. 1. During a call, press [HOLD/INTERCOM]. 2. Press the extension number ([0] for the base unit, [1] to [4] for the handset).
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Page 48: Conference Calls
Conference Calls While you are talking with an outside caller, the base unit user or a handset user can join the conversation and establish a conference call. During a call, press [HOLD/ During a call, press INTERCOM]. [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/ TRANSFER]. • The call is put on hold. •... -
Page 49: Room Monitor
Room Monitor This feature allows you to monitor a room by using the intercom feature. For example, you can monitor a baby from different areas of the house. You can call the destination unit to monitor the room. The called unit wilt not ring. When the system has two or more handsets (p. - Page 50 Room Monitor To monitor with The unit to be monitored must not be in use and the handset to be monitored must be off the base unit. Press [HOLD/INTERCOM], then press the soft key (1_). To call the base unit, press [0]. To call another handset, press its extension...
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Page 51: Voice Mail Service
Voice Mail Service Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to this service, your telephone company's voice mail system can answer calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone or when your line is busy. -
Page 52: Setting Voice Mail (Vm) Tone Detection
-- your phone is connected to a business or office telephone system (PBX). See below to turn this setting off. If you are not sure which setting is required, consult your local telephone company or contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center. Press [MENU]. -
Page 53: Listening To Voice Mail Messages
Voice Mail Service Listening to Voice Mail Messages __ The unit wilt let you know that someone has left new voice mail for you: (a) the VM indicator will flash on the base unit, (b) "voice Mail" wilt be displayed on the handset, (c) "lirl'_l"... -
Page 54: Special Features
Voice Mail Service • If the handset and base unit still indicate you have new messages even after you have listened to them, turn the voice mail indicators off by pressing and holding [OFF] until the handset beeps. "voice Mail" will disappear and "lirJl'_ll"... -
Page 55: Using The Pause Button (For Pbx Line/Long Distance Calls)
Special Features Using the PAUSE Button (For PBX Line/Long Distance Calls) We recommend you press the soft key (_) on the handset or press [REDIAL/ PAUSE] on the base unit if a pause is required for dialing with a PBX or to make a long distance call. -
Page 56: Temporary Tone Dialing (For Rotary Or Pulse Service Users)
Special Features Temporary Tone Dialing (For Rotary or Pulse Service Users) __ Press [-X-] (TONE) before entering access numbers which require tone dialing. • The dialing mode changes to tone. You can enter numbers to access an answering service, electronic banking service, etc. When you hang up, the dialing mode will return to pulse. -
Page 57: Incoming Call Tone
Special Features Incoming Call Tone __ During an intercom call (p. 42) or while using the Room Monitor feature, you can be informed of incoming calls by two tones. If this feature is turned on, incoming call tones wilt be heard for as tong as the line is ringing. -
Page 58: Key Tone
Special Features Key Tone You can select whether or not the handset keys wilt sound tones (key tone, confirmation tone, error tone). The factory preset is ON. Press [MENU]. Scroll to "Initial by pressing setting" IV] or [A], then press the soft key (_T-.llr-.r_). 3 Scroll to "Key tone"... -
Page 59: Belt Clip
(@). ,....Optional Headset Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversation. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88, KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, or KX-TCA98 headset. To order, call the accessories telephone number on page 2. -
Page 60: Wall Mounting
Wall Mounting This unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate. 1 Connect the AC adaptor. Outlet o Power Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor (O). Connect the telephone line cord (_). 3 Insert the hooks on the wall mounting adaptor into the holes (®) and (®) on the base unit. - Page 61 Wall Mounting 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 down. • Raise the antennas. 6 To charge the handset battery: Place the handset on the base unit.
- Page 62 Wall Mounting To remove the wall mounting adaptor While pushing down the RELEASE LEVERS (fill), remove the adaptor (_).
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Page 63: Direct Commands
Direct Commands After pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items directly by pressing ([0] to [9], [-X-] and [#]) instead of using the soft keys. Command Selection items Page [1] [1] [0] : Off [1] : Low [2] : Medium p. - Page 64 Direct Commands Command Selection items Page [o][.] [1] [1]-[3] : Tone pattern 1-3 p. 20 [4]-[7] : Melody pattern 1-4 [o][.] [2] [1] : On [2] :Twice [0] : Off p. 57 [Ol[_-1[31 [1]:On [O]:Off p. 49 [0] [0] [1] Go to Step 5 on page 66.
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Page 65: Canceling Registration/Re-Registration
Canceling RegistrationlRe-registration Canceling the Handset Registration If you no longer need to use the handset or if you want to use the handset with a different base unit of the same model, it is necessary to cancel the handset's registration from the current base unit. Only one handset can be canceled at a time. - Page 66 Canceling Registration/Re-registration Make sure the base unit and the other handsets are not being used. Have both the handset and base unit nearby during registration. If you have canceled handset registration at a previous base unit (p. 65), start from step 5. 1 Handset: Press [MENU].
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Page 67: If The Following Appear On Your Display
If the Following Appear on Your Display... The following will be displayed when the unit needs your attention. Display message cause& Remedy #ec_qarn e _a____er_7 • The battery needs to be charged. Recharge the battery (p. 13). Charge for 6 MRS •... - Page 68 If the Following Appear on Your Display... Display message cause & Remedy • When you tried to store an item in the phone book, Phone book full the phone book memory was full. Press [OFF] to exit programming mode. To erase other items from the phone book, see page 38.
- Page 69 If the Following Appear on Your Display... Display message cause& Remedy Wronghandset • This handset is not for this base unit. This handset is for KX-TG6500 base unit. The accessory handsets Refer tomanual for this base unit are KX-TGA520 and KX-TGA523. To order, see page 3.
- Page 70 Troubleshooting Cause & Remedy • If the handset display is blank, fully charge the battery (p. 12). • Programming is not possible while the handset and/or base unit is being used. • Do not pause for over 60 seconds while programming.
- Page 71 Troubleshooting Cause & Remedy • The handset and/or base unit ringer volumes are turned off. Set to high, medium, or low (p. 18, 19). • The Talking Caller ID feature is turned off. Turn it on (p. 28, 29). • Name pronunciation may vary.
- Page 72 • Make sure the optional headset is connected properly (p. 59). • If"sP-phone" is displayed on the handset, press ["%] to switch to the headset. • Visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com/support • Contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo • Call our customer call center at: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
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Page 73: Important Safety Instructions
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. - Page 74 Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the battery(ies) specified. 2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions.
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Page 75: Fcc And Other 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. - Page 76 FCC and Other Information 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.
- Page 77 -- disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect a known working phone. If the known working phone operates properly, have your unit repaired by one of the authorized Panasonic Factory Service Centers. If the known working phone does not operate properly, consult your telephone...
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Page 78: Index
Index Accessories ....FCC and other information ..FLASH button ....Accessory handset ..... Flash time ....Answering calls, base unit ..Answering calls, handset ..- Function menu, Auto talk ....17, 26, 43 Direct commands ..63, 64 Function menu, selection .. - Page 79 Index PAUSE ..... VE (Voice Enhancer) ... - VM (Voice Mail) ....- Phone book ....- Voice enhancer technology ..- Phone book, copying ..39, 40 - Voice paging ....Phone book, dialing ..36, 37 Volume control, base unit ..Phone book, editing ...
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Page 80: Specifications
°C (41 °F- 104 °F) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Energy 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. -
Page 81: Warranty
Servicenter Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive McAllen, TX 78503 %2 For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (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 82 Monday=Friday 9 am=9 pro; Saturday=Sunday 10 am=7 pro, EST. For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1=877=833=8855 Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: h ttp://www.pasc.panasonic, corn or, send your request by E=mail to: npcparts@panasonic,...
- Page 83 Symptom • Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured. • Do not send your unit to the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer products.