*3 • You cannot toggle the displays while in key lock mode or while the handset is on a charger. • The displays marked with are only shown when the following values have been set: *1 Setting Base Unit → PBX Type: Type 2 (See page 38.) *2 Setting Handset → Display Option → Guidance: On (See page 36.) *3 Setting Handset → Other Option → Outgoing Log: On (See page 36.) 13 Before Operating the Handset Function Menu Display Press the joystick to display the function menu. Main menu – while in standby mode Ringer Volume: Accesses to the “Ringer Volume”. New Phonebook: Stores a new item in the Handset Phonebook. PBX Program: Enters the PBX programming mode. Only for KX-TD series: Press 9 9 . Icon description Setting Handset: Accesses to the “Setting Handset”. Setting Base: Accesses to the “Setting Base Unit”. Sub menu – while in off-hook/during a conversation Phone book: Opens the Handset Phonebook. New Phonebook: Stores a new item in the Handset Phonebook. PBX Redial: Makes a PBX Redial. (While in off-hook) * Outgoing Call Log: Enters the Outgoing Call Log. (See page 22, 22) * Incoming Call Information: Enters the Incoming Call Information. * The arrow in the icon may not be displayed, depending on your PBX. 14 Before Operating the Handset PBX Feature Keys Functions of the handset can be activated through the display key list. Move the joystick left to display the key list. 1:Auto Dial: Makes a call by PBX system dialing. 2:Fwd/DND: Displays or sets Call Forwarding or Do Not Disturb. Only for KX-TA824: Displays the current setting. 3:Message: Used to leave a message waiting indication or call back the party who left you a message waiting indication. 4:Auto Answer: Answers an incoming call automatically. 5:Conference: Establishes a multiple-party conversation. 6:Pause*1: Inserts a dialing pause. 0:PBX Program*2: Enters the PBX programming mode. Only for KX-TD series: Press 9 9 . • *1 Displayed only during a conversation or PBX Programming mode. • *2 Displayed only while in standby mode. 15 Before Operating the Handset PBX Flexible Key Display A flexible key can be used either to seize a line in order to make or receive an outside call (F-Key), or used as a function key. Move the Joystick right to display the flexible key list. Here you can access the 12 flexible keys. The icon shown beside each F-Key indicates line status similarly to the LED indicators on a Proprietary Telephone: is the same as a green LED; is the same as a red LED. Example: Understanding the Icons for the F-Key * key number (on): You are currently using this line. (flashing rapidly): You have an incoming call on this line. (flashing slowly): You have a call on hold on this line. (on): This line is in use by someone else. (flashing rapidly): Someone has an incoming call on this line. Only for KX-TA824: You have an outside call on this line. (flashing slowly): Someone has a call on hold on this line. (no icon): This line is idle. • * The meanings of these icons vary depending on the status of the CO line. • For further information, refer to “LED Indication” in the feature documentation for the KX-TA series PBXs. • To select a key, press its key number, or move the Joystick to select the desired key then press • To go to the next or previous display, move the Joystick • To go to the next display, press key. 16 Before Operating the Handset Soft Key Display Icons and information shown on the display will vary depending on the state of use. To select an item shown on the display, press the corresponding soft keys. Opens the Handset Phonebook. Opens the main menu. Displays the PBX Redial. Turns the microphone mute on/ off during a conversation. While Mic Mute is on, the icon flashes. Returns to the previous display. Establishes a multiple-party conversation. Opens the list menu (edit/delete in the Handset Phonebook, etc.). Turns the ringer off. Inserts a dialing pause. Displays the next screen. Used to confirm the entry. Clears digits or characters. Displayed when in Alphabetic character entry mode. Switches to Numeric character entry mode by pressing. Displayed when in Handset Phonebook Lock. Unlocks the Handset Phonebook temporarily by pressing. Unlocks the Handset Phonebook by pressing and holding. Displayed when in Numeric character entry mode. Switches to Special character entry mode by pressing. Used to search for an item in the Phonebook alphabetically. Displayed when in Special character entry mode. Switches to Alphabetic character entry mode by pressing. Stores a new item in the Handset Phonebook. Displayed when in Key Lock mode. Unlocks keys by pressing and holding. Used to set the time for 12 h of Date&Time in Setting Base Unit. Used to select an item when in setting mode. 17 Before Operating the Handset Ringer Volume Adjustment Press the Joystick. Select “ Ringer Volume”. Press the Joystick. Select the desired setting (Step Up/ Step Down/6 Levels/Off). Press the Joystick. • You can select whether the handset will vibrate while receiving a call. Press the Joystick. Select “Vibrate”. Select “ Setting Handset”. Press the Joystick. Select “Incoming Option”. Press the Joystick. Select the desired setting (On/Vib. Ring/Off). Press the Joystick. • You can receive an intercom call by voice of caller instead of rings (Voice Call). For further information, refer to “Alternate Receiving—Ring/Voice” in the user documentation for the KX-TA/KX-TAW/KX-TD/KX-TDA series PBXs. Receiver/Speaker/Headset Volume Adjustment During a conversation Move the Joystick UP or DOWN to adjust the volume. (Receiver Volume-4 levels, Speaker Volume-6 levels, Headset Volume-4 levels) 18 While Receiving Calls While Receiving Calls Ringer Volume Adjustment OR Move the Joystick UP or DOWN to adjust the volume.* OR Press the Joystick to turn the ringer off. Press CANCEL. • * The adjusted volume will also be used for subsequent calls. • If you attach the headset while receiving an incoming call, the ring from the handset does not switch to the headset. If you attach the headset before receiving an incoming call, and Headset Tone is set to on, a tone will be heard from the headset. If Vibrate is set to on, the handset will vibrate whether a headset is attached or not. • If you press and hold while receiving a call, the ringer will be turned off, but the call will not be disconnected. 19 Using the Phonebook Using the Phonebook Handset Phonebook You can store up to 200 items with names, phone numbers and category numbers in the handset for easy access. All directory items are stored in alphabetical order. Incoming Call Identification You can organize entries in the Handset Phonebook into one of 9 categories. A call from someone stored in one of these categories will be indicated by the ringer type, light (LED) color pattern assigned to the category. Item Setting Ringer pattern 6 ringer tones, 9 melodies (See page 34.) LED pattern 4 patterns (See page 34.) Vibrate pattern 7 patterns (See page 34.) Storing a new item and editing a stored item Press the Joystick. Select “ New Phonebook”. Press the Joystick. Press the Left Soft Key. Select the desired item. Name Press the Joystick. Press the Joystick. Press the Joystick. name Enter or edit the name (max. 16 characters). Phone Number Select “Edit”. Press the Joystick. phone no. Enter or edit the phone number* (max. 32 digits). Press the Joystick. Private Category Select the desired category number or Off. 20 Press the Joystick. Press the Joystick. Using the Phonebook • To enter characters, see page 23. RCL )”. • * The valid digits are “0” through “9”, “ ”, “#”, “P ( )” and “F ( FLASH • * Although up to 200 Phonebook items can be stored, each phone number stored in the Phonebook that contains over 24 digits counts as two Phonebook items. • * If there is only one Phonebook memory location available, you cannot store a phone number that is over 24 digits long. • To change a character or digit, move the joystick to highlight it, press CLR to delete it, then enter the new character or digit. • To clear an entire line, press and hold CLR . • To move the cursor to the left or right, move the joystick or respectively. • To lock or unlock the Phonebook, press or for more than 2 seconds while in standby mode. When unlocking the Phonebook, “Unlock Phonebook Enter Password ----” will be displayed. Enter your password. Note that if you press for less than 2 seconds, “Enter Password ----” will be displayed but the Phonebook will not be unlocked even enter the correct password. Deleting Press the Left Soft Key. Select the desired item. Select “Delete” or “Delete All”. Press the Joystick. Press the Joystick. Press the Joystick. Select “Yes”. Press the Joystick. • If you delete the Phonebook item that you also stored as hot key, the Hot Key Dial is also deleted. (See page 22.) 21 Using the Phonebook Storing an item in the Handset Phonebook Using the Outgoing Call Log Select the desired item. Press the Joystick. Select “Save Phonebook”. Press the Joystick. name phone no. category no. Enter a name, phone number, and select the category number or Off. Press the Joystick. Using Hot Key Dial The phone numbers stored in the Handset Phonebook can be assigned as hot key. Press the Left Soft Key. Press the Joystick. Select the desired item. Press the Joystick. Select a blank hot key number (0-9). Press the Joystick. Press the Joystick. Select “Regist. Hot Key”. Press the Joystick. • A “ ” will be displayed next to hot key numbers that have a Phonebook item registered to them. 22 Using the Phonebook Entering Characters You can enter characters and digits using the dialing keys. You can select one of 3 character modes by pressing the Right Soft Key while entering a name. The function icon above the soft key displays the current character mode. See “Character Mode Table” (page 24) for available characters. A, a B, b C, c To change the character mode while editing a name in the Phonebook, press the Right Soft Key. Alphabet Numeric Extended 1 Example: To enter “Anne” in Alphabet Mode. • To switch between uppercase and lowercase, press • To enter a character located on the same dialing key as the previous character, move the cursor by moving the Joystick , then enter the desired character. • If you enter a different character by mistake, move the Joystick to highlight the character, press to delete it, then enter the correct character. CLR • To clear an entire line, press and hold • To move the cursor, move the Joystick CLR 23 Using the Phonebook Character Mode Table K y • Press to change between uppercase and lowercase. • For example, to enter the letter “C”, press 2 three times. 24 Feature List This feature list applies only when your Wireless PT is connected to a KX-TA series PBX. For further information, refer to the user documentation for the KX-TA series PBXs or consult your dealer. Please note that this feature list does not apply to KX-TA1232. Please refer to the User Manual of the KX-TA1232 for operation. Feature List Operation Desired Function Making Calls To an external party To an extension OR extension no. CO line group no. phone no. To use F-keys idle F-Key (0-9, , #) OR idle F-Key idle F-Key outside phone no. Calling outside phone no. Talk on the speaker phone. To use Hot Key Dial Press and hold the dialing key X – more than 1 second. To use the Outgoing Call Log • When calling a number in the Outgoing Call Log, the receiver's information is displayed. To use the Handset Phonebook • Press the corresponding dial key, then press the key repeatedly to select the desired character. Enter the first letter of the – desired name (0-9). name • You can confirm a number was dialed correctly before calling (Predialing) by entering the number, then pressing • To clear an entire number while predialing, press and hold CLR . • The numbers you dial will be stored in the Outgoing Call Log. However, in some cases, such as when the caller hangs up shortly after completing dialing, the number cannot be stored. Note that, Outgoing Log setting of your handset must be set to on for this feature to operate. RCL • When completing a call, if you make another call by pressing FLASH and dialing a new number, only the first number you dialed will be stored in the Outgoing Call Log. • Password or Account Code you enter will also be stored in the Outgoing Call Log. Therefore, please delete as necessary for security. 25 Feature List Operation Desired Function Making Calls Redial* To program idle F-Key (0-9, One-touch Dialing , #) OR phone no. idle F-Key To dial idle F-Key (0-9, , #) OR – assigned as a One-touch dialing key idle F-Key Calling an operator To store personal speed dial no. Speed Dialing (Personal) desired no. To dial Speed Dialing (System) personal speed dial no. To dial system speed dial no. * You can use the last number stored in the PBX to make calls (Last Number Redial). However, in this case the number will not be stored as a new entry in the Outgoing Call Log. To display the last number you dialed, press . Note that, depending on your PBX, pressing this key may switch to SP-PHONE and start dialing the displayed number automatically. 26 Feature List Operation Desired Function Receiving Calls An Intercom Call/An Outside Call to answer a call when the handset is ringing An Intercom Call to answer a call on the hands-free mode Talk on the speaker phone. An Outside Call to answer a call on a specific line Receiving rapidly flashing F-Key (0-9, , #) OR Talk on the speaker phone. rapidly flashing F-Key OR Select a rapidly flashing F-Key Directed extension no. Picking up a call Group When the Dialed Extension is Busy/No Answer Automatic Callback Busy To set While hearing a busy tone To answer If you hear callback ringing To leave a notification When the receiver's extension is busy or does not answer Sender To cancel a notification receiver's extension no. Message Waiting To call back Receiver To clear all notifications 27 Feature List Operation Desired Function When the Dialed Extension is Busy/No Answer While hearing a busy tone Sender Wait for an answer. For outside calls Set Cancel For intercom calls/doorphone calls Set Cancel To talk to the new party (While hearing the Call Waiting tone) Call Waiting Terminating a current status Receiver To hold and then talk to the new party OR lit F-Key (0-9, , #) lit F-Key OR Disregard this step if both parties are extensions. During a Conversation Transferring a call 28 extension no. CLR to an extension phone no. to an external party Announce. Feature List Operation Desired Function During a Conversation Holding To retrieve a call at the holding extension OR flashing F-Key (0-9, , #) flashing F-Key OR Holding a call To retrieve an outside call from another extension flashing F-Key (0-9, , #) OR flashing F-Key Holding To retrieve a call on exclusive hold OR Holding a call exclusively flashing F-Key (0-9, , #) flashing F-Key You can hold a call exclusively so that other people cannot retrieve the call. OR Useful Features To page All extensions group no. Group All external speakers Paging Announce. All extensions & external speakers To answer an announced page Through a telephone speaker OR • The method used to hold a call depends on the Call Hold mode (General Call/ Exclusive Call Hold). Ask your manager what the current mode is. • When you hold several outside line calls, you need to assign the F-Keys (Specified CO/Group CO/Idle CO) to a flexible key as necessary, beforehand. • While making a paging announcement, the draining of the battery is as same as a conversation. 29 Feature List Operation Desired Function Useful Features Three-party conference During a conversation Setting Absent Message Log-in/Log-out message no. Clearing the setting third party's no. parameter (if required) # For Log-in # For Log-out Do Not Disturb (DND) ICD Group * extension no. Specified All ICD Group: Incoming Call Distribution Group Set Cancel All calls extension no. Busy/No answer extension no. To an outside line line access code Forwarding a call Follow Me your extension no. Follow Me Cancel your extension no. Cancel phone no. To Voice Processing System (VPS) All calls Busy/No answer VPS VPS extension no. extension no. Locking your extension lock code* lock code* lock code* * Lock code is 4 digits. 30 Lock Unlock Feature List Operation Desired Function To Make Use of Voice Mail Service VPS extension no. From your own extension password ❑ KX-TVA series 1 Listen to Message 2 Deliver Message 3 Mailbox Management If you have no password, you can skip the last step. 4 Automated Attendant 5 Message Notification Listening to a message 6 Other Features VPS extension no. Hang UP From someone else's extension ❑ KX-TVS series 1 Listen to Message mailbox no. 2 Deliver Message password Mailbox 3 Check Distribution 4 Automated Attendant If you have no password, you can skip the last step. 5 Mailbox Management 6 Other Features Hang Up VPS extension no. From your own extension password From someone else's extension Leaving a message mailbox no. password If you have no password, you can skip the last step. Enter the first 3 or 4 letters of the desired name Leave a message To send the message immediately ❑ KX-TVA series ❑ KX-TVS series To set the delivery time During playback Follow the guidance Repeat Voice Guidance Exit Menu • Consult your dealer for more details about the feature access numbers. • Some feature access numbers may be different in each market. Please consult your local dealer for the details. 31 Programming Programming Changing the Initial Settings You can customize the handset by editing the settings found under “Setting Handset” in the menu list, as follows: Press the Joystick. Select “ Setting Handset”. Press the Joystick. Select the desired main item. Press the Joystick. setting Select the desired sub item. Press the Joystick. Follow the setting. Press the Joystick. • To return to the previous menu, press • To cancel, press at any time. • The unit will beep to indicate that the new settings have been saved. 32 Programming Handset setting menu layout Setting Handset Incoming Option Ringer Volume Headset Tone Vibrate Vib. On Charger Single Tone Double Tone Triple Tone Camp-On Tone Hold Recall 1 Hold Recall 2 Timed Reminder Private Ring Category 1-9 Talk Option Speaker Volume Receiver Volume Headset Volume Answer Option Any Key Answer Quick Answer Tone Option Key Tone Range Alarm Display Option Language Backlight LCD Contrast Standby Display Category Name F-Key Name Guidance Date&Time Form (For “PBX Type-Type 2” only) Change Password Other Option Outgoing Log Reset Handset 33 Programming Main Item Sub Item Incoming Option Ringer Volume Headset Tone Vibrate Vib. On Charger Single Tone Double Tone Triple Tone Camp-On Tone Description Default Adjusts the ringer volume. Step Up/Step Down/6 levels/ Off Selects whether a tone is heard from the attached headset while receiving a call. On/Off Selects whether the handset vibrates while receiving a call. On/Vib.→ Ring /Off Selects the ringing mode (Ringer or OFF) in vibrate mode while a handset is on a charger. Ringer/Off Selects the ringer pattern for each type of call. 6 Rings/9 Melodies/Off Selects the LED pattern for each type of call.*1 Red: Red/Green/ Single Tone Orange/ R→ G→ O/Off Green: Double Tone Private Ring Orange: Triple Tone R→ G→ O: Camp–On Tone Hold Recall 1 Hold Recall 2 Timed Reminder Selects the vibrate pattern for each type of call.*2 Single/Double/ Triple/ Short Double/ Short Triple/ Short Term/ Continuous/Off Hold Recall 1 Hold Recall 2 Timed Reminder Private Ring Category 1-9 34 Setting Level 3 Off Off Ringer Bell 1 Single Programming Main Item Talk Option Sub Item Description Speaker Volume Adjusts the rear Setting 6 levels speaker volume during a conversation. Receiver Volume Adjusts the Level 3 4 levels receiver volume during a conversation. Headset Volume Adjusts the Level 2 4 levels headset volume during a conversation. Answer Option Any Key Answer Answers a call Tone Option Key Tone Range Alarm Display Option Level 2 On/Off by pressing any dial key. Quick Answer Language Backlight LCD Contrast Standby Display Default Off Answers a call while charging by just lifting up a handset from the charger. On/Off Turns the key tone off or on. On/Off On Selects whether range alarm tone rings or not. Talk/Idle/Talk & Idle/Off Talk Selects the display language. English/ Español/ FRANÇAIS English Turns on backlight of LCD and keypad. On/On & Receiving/ Off On Adjusts the LCD contrast. 5 levels Edits its own name displayed on LCD while in standby mode. 16 characters Off Level 3 Not stored 35 Programming Main Item Sub Item Display Option Category Name F-Key Name Guidance Description Edits the category name. Select a Category. (1-9) Edits the name of flexible keys. (max. 12 characters) 12 characters × 12 Flexible key Selects whether the guidance display is shown or not in standby mode. On/Off Selects the format for the (For “PBX Type- date shown on Type 2” only) the display in standby mode. Not stored On Enter Old Password.+/ Enter New Password.+/ Verify New Password. 1234 Selects whether to save an outgoing log or not. Enter Password. + Select On/Off Off Returns the handset settings (except Registration) to the default settings. Enter Password.+/ Select menu(s).+/ Press “OK”. handset password. (4 digits) Reset Handset Not stored DD-MM 12H Change Password Changes the Outgoing Log Default DD-MM 12H DD-MM 24H MM-DD 12H MM-DD 24H Date&Time Form Other Option Setting *1 The LED pattern does not change when a call is being monitored with the Call Monitor feature. * For KX-TDA series PBXs, if the Timed Reminder tone is specified at the PBX side, any Timed Reminder tone set at your telephone will be ignored. 36 Programming Flexible key name edit Press the Joystick. Select Press the “ Setting Joystick. Handset”. Select “Display Option”. Press the Joystick. Select “F-Key Name”. name Press the Joystick. Select the desired flexible key. Press the Joystick. Edit the name* (max. 12 characters). Press the Joystick. * To edit the name, see page 23. Standby display name edit You can name the handset to identify. Press the Joystick. Select “ Setting Handset”. Press the Joystick. Select “Display Option”. Press the Joystick. name Select “Standby Display”. Press the Joystick. Enter a name (max. 16 characters). Press the Joystick. 37 Programming Base unit setting menu layout Setting Base PBX Type Fwd/DND Display Caller ID Line (For “PBX Type-Type 1” only) Date&Time (For “PBX Type-Type 2” only) Caller ID Line (For “PBX Type-Type 2” only) Common Settings Main Item PBX Type Description Setting Selects the type of PBX that the base unit is connected to.*1 Type 1/Type 2 Type 1 Mode 1/Mode 2 Fwd/DND Display Default Mode 1*2 *1 After you set the PBX type, disconnect and reconnect the telephone cord. *2 For KX-TDA series, default may vary by country/area. The following settings vary depending on the PBX type. For “PBX Type-Type 1” only [KX-TA624/KX-TA824/KX-TAW848/KX-TDA series] Main Item Caller ID Line 38 Description Selects which line of the display Caller ID is shown from. Setting 1st Line/ 2nd Line/ 3rd Line Default 1st Line Programming For “PBX Type-Type 2” only [KX-TA308/KX-TA1232/KX-TD series] Main Item Description Setting Date&Time Sets the date and time for the base unit. Date Time Incoming Log Sets each type of Incoming Log either on or off.* Single Tone On/Off Double Tone On/Off Triple Tone On/Off Default 01-01-05(D-M-Y) 12:00 AM(H:M) Single Tone: Off Double Tone: Off Triple Tone: Off • * When a check mark is displayed beside a tone type, incoming call information for that tone type will be logged. • These settings are only applied to your telephone, not the PBX itself. • Set the current date and time to the base unit. If you do not do so, the date and time of incoming and outgoing calls will not be displayed correctly. Setting Base Unit Press the Joystick. Select “ Base”. Setting Press the Joystick. Select the desired setting. setting Press the Joystick. Follow the setting. Press the Joystick. 39 Important Information Important Information BATTERY INFORMATION After your Panasonic battery is fully charged [at 25 °C (77 °F)]: Operation Operating Time While in use (Talk) Up to about 7 h While not in use (Stand-by) Up to about 168 h • Operating time may be shortened depending on usage conditions and ambient temperature. • The battery will drain slowly even while the unit is turned off. • The handset can receive calls while charging. • Battery consumption increases when the handset is used out of range. If “ ” flashes, power off the handset. Low Battery Warning The battery needs to be charged in the following situations: •“ ” flashes or the alarm sounds every 5 seconds.* • “Charge Battery” is displayed. In this situation, the handset cannot be operated. * If the low battery warning occurs during a conversation, the call will be disconnected automatically one minute later. Replacing the Battery If “ ” flashes after using the phone for a short time, even when the battery has been fully charged, the battery should be replaced. Before replacing the battery, make sure the low battery warning is displayed, then turn off the power to prevent memory loss. Replace the battery, and charge the new battery for at least 7 hours. If you replace the battery before the low battery warning appears, the battery strength icon may display an incorrect reading. In this case, use the handset as normal with the new battery installed. When the low battery warning is displayed, charge the battery for about 7 hours. The battery strength icon will then display the correct reading. • Please use Panasonic battery with service part number N4HHGMB00005 or HHRP103. 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. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. 40 Important Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit. 3. Unplug the charger from the AC outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a damp cloth. 4. Do not use the unit near water, for example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. 5. Place the charger on a stable surface. 6. The unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or other heat source. 7. The charger should only be connected to the type of electric power supply specified on the charger label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate the charger where the power cord may be stepped on or tripped on. 9. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not overload AC outlets and extension cords. 10. Do not insert objects of any kind into this unit through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on or in the unit. 11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this unit. Only qualified personnel should service this unit. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock. 12. Unplug the charger from the AC outlet and have the unit serviced by qualified service personnel in the following cases: A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the unit. C. If the 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 work by an authorized servicenter. E. If the unit has been dropped or damaged. F. If the unit performance deteriorates. 13. Avoid using a wired telephone during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 14. Do not use the telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak to report the leak. 15. When you operate this unit, the AC outlets should be near the unit and easily accessible. 41 Important Information CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. 2. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local authorities for special disposal instructions. 3. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic if swallowed. 4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery to conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery and/or conductor may overheat and cause burns. 5. Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual. 6. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device. WARNING: TO PREVENT POSSIBLE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Unplug this unit from AC outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell or makes unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped and contact an authorized servicenter. FCC INFORMATION Privacy of communications cannot be ensured when using this phone. This product complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, it must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions. The base unit requires minimum 20 cm (8 in) spacing must be provided between antennas and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation. For handset body-worn operation, this handset must be used with the provided plastic belt holder, which assures no metal parts and minimum of 1.5 cm (9/16 in) spacing from the user’s body. This transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 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 before hanging up. 2. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning hours or late evenings. 42 Important Information 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 equipment 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 to 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. Using this telephone near 2.4 GHz electrical appliances may cause interference to one or both devices. Move away from the electrical appliances. Hearing Aid Compatibility This telephone provides magnetic coupling for hearing aids as defined by the FCC in 47 CFR Section 68.316. 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 your audiologist or Hearing Aid manufacturer about the availability of Hearing Aids which provide adequate shielding to RF energy commonly emitted by digital devices. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION Environment—do not place the unit in rooms where the temperature is less than 5 °C (41 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Allow 10 cm (3-15/16 in) clearance around the unit for proper ventilation. Avoid excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, shock, or direct sunlight. Medical—consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy. (The unit operates in the frequency range of 2,401 MHz to 2,480 MHz and emits 0.40 watts of RF [radio frequency] power.) 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 devices sensitive to external RF (radio frequency) energy. If you are having problems making calls disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect a known working phone. If the known working phone operates properly, have your unit 43 Important Information repaired by an authorized Panasonic Factory Servicenter. If the known working phone does not operate properly, consult your telephone company. Routine Care—wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Do not clean the unit with abrasive powder or with chemical agents such as benzene or thinner. Clean the terminal of the charger periodically. When you leave the unit unused for a long period of time, unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet. For Product Service • Panasonic Servicenters are listed in the servicenter directory. • Call 1-800-211-PANA (7262) for the location of an authorized servicenter. • Panasonic’s e-mail address for customer inquiries: consumerproducts@panasonic.com for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico ONLY To return a product for repair Carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Attach a postage-paid letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton. DO NOT send the product to the Executive or Regional Sales offices, as they are not equipped to make repairs. Product Service Panasonic Factory Servicenters for this product are listed in the servicenter directory. Consult your certified Panasonic dealer for detailed instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 44 Important Information 45 For your future reference SERIAL NO. (found inside the battery compartment) DATE OF PURCHASE NAME OF DEALER DEALER’S ADDRESS DEALER’S TEL. NO. 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