Panasonic of North America 96NKX-TGA573 Mobile Wireless Camera User Manual
Panasonic Corporation of North America Mobile Wireless Camera
User Manual
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Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save
for future reference.
For assistance, visit our website:
http://www.panasonic.com/phonehelp for customers in the U.S.A. or
Puerto Rico.
This unit is an accessory unit for use with Panasonic base units KX-
TG5761/KX-TG5766/KX-TG5767/KX-TG5771/KX-TG5776. You must
register this handset with your base unit before it can be used.
5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Camera
Model No. KX-TGA573
Operating Instructions
Indoor Use Only
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Introduction
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Important safety
instructions
When using the product, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
personal injury.
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. After taking away the dust on the lens,
wipe the lens with a cotton bud.
6. Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other devices (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
7. Protect the AC adaptor cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the unit.
8. Do not touch the unit or the AC adaptor
during lightning storms.
9. Unplug the unit when unused for long
periods of time.
10. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the unit has been damaged in any way,
such as the AC adaptor cord or plug is
damaged, the unit does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Installation
LDo not touch the plug with wet hands.
LThe AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the product and is
easily accessible.
WARNING:
LTo prevent the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not expose the product to rain
or any type of moisture.
LUnplug the product 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
emitting and contact the Panasonic Call
Center at 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-
7262).
Medical
LConsult the manufacturer of any
personal medical devices, such as
pacemakers or hearing aids, to
determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF (radio
frequency) energy. (The product
operates in the frequency range of 5.76
GHz to 5.84 GHz, and the power output
is 200 mW (max.).) Do not use the
product in health care facilities if any
regulations posted in the area instruct
you not to do so. Hospitals or health care
facilities may be using equipment that
could be sensitive to external RF energy.
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Introduction
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For best performance
Avoiding noise
This unit communicates using radio
waves.
For maximum distance and noise-free
operation, we recommend placing the
product away from electrical appliances.
Environment
LKeep the product away from electrical
noise generating devices, such as
fluorescent lamps and motors.
LThe product should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high
temperature, and vibration.
LThe product should not be exposed to
direct sunlight.
LDo not place heavy objects on top of the
product.
LThe product should be kept away from
heat sources such as heaters, kitchen
stoves, etc. It should not be placed in
rooms where the temperature is less
than 5 °C (41 °F) or greater than 40 °C
(104 °F). Damp basements should also
be avoided.
LOperating near 5.8 GHz electrical
appliances may cause interference.
Move away from the electrical
appliances.
Routine care
LWipe the outer surface of the product
with a soft moist cloth. Do not use
benzine, thinner, or any abrasive
powder.
Conditions for using the cordless
camera
LThe cordless camera is intended for
indoor use only. Prolonged exposure to
direct sunlight or halogen light may
damage CMOS sensor.
LUse the cordless camera in a bright
place such as under daylight or a well-lit
room.
LDo not use the cordless camera in the
following places:
– near incandescent lamps.
– near any electrical appliance that
emits a strong radio signal.
– where the subject of the picture is
against a light source or in front of a
mirror.
– in places where temperature varies
greatly, such as near an air
conditioner or heater.
– anyplace exposed to oil or steam such
as a kitchen.
– where an object such as glass can
cause temperature change due to
reflection.
LWhen using the cordless camera,
please take into consideration the rights
of others with regard to privacy.
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Preparation
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Controls
AAntenna
BCamera lens
CMIC (Microphone)
D{Call button}
EIndicator
FDIP switches
GSpeaker
HPROG. (Program)
H
G
E
A
B
C
D
F
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Setting up the cordless camera
Connecting the AC adaptor and the call button
Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV239 or PQLV235 or PQLV205.
Note:
LWhen the AC adaptor is connected, the indicator lights red then starts flashing.
LThe AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel
warm during use.)
LThe AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet.
Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the
adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.
LFor information of the cordless camera location, see page 3.
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)
Hooks
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Adjusting the cordless camera lens angle
Aim the camera lens by pushing the tab (A) and rotating the lens forward or backward.
LUsing the handset, confirm that the area you want to monitor from the cordless camera
is displayed.
Note:
LDo not touch the camera lens (page 4).
A
Approx.
40°
Approx.
40°
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Registering the cordless
camera
Register the cordless camera to a KX-
TG5761/KXTG5766/KX-TG5767/KX-
TG5771/KXTG5776 base unit.
1Base unit:
Press and hold {INTERCOM} until the
IN USE indicator flashes.
LAfter the IN USE indicator starts
flashing, the rest of the procedure
must be completed within 90
seconds.
2Cordless camera:
Press PROG. (program) on the back
side of the cordless camera with a
pointed object such as a pen until a
beep sounds.
LWhen registration is completed
successfully, the cordless camera
beeps and the indicator stops
flashing red but remains lit in yellow-
green.
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Video Monitor
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Video monitor using a
handset
With a color display handset (KX-
TGA571), you can monitor the image and
sound of the room where the cordless
camera is located. The monitored camera
does not ring, allowing you to easily
monitor a baby’s room, for example, from
different areas of the house.
Important:
LFor information of the cordless camera
location, see page 3.
LBefore you start monitoring, confirm that
the camera lens of the cordless camera
has been adjusted to the correct angle.
LOnly 1 person can access the cordless
camera at a time.
Monitoring the cordless camera
from a handset
1{INTERCOM}
2Select the desired unit. i {CALL}
3Speak to the cordless camera user if
necessary.
OR
To mute your sound output, press
{MUTE} if necessary.
4Press {OFF} to stop monitoring.
Adjusting receiver/speaker volume
Press {^} or {V} while monitoring.
Talking to the paged party using the
cordless camera
When the cordless camera is paged, the
cordless camera does not ring and the
speakerphone is turned on. You can talk to
the handset user. Speak clearly into the
MIC.
Handset
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Paging the handsets from the
cordless camera
The cordless camera can page the color
display handsets (KX-TGA571) by
pressing its {Call button} or when it
detects sound. Then the answering
handset user can monitor live video from
the cordless camera.
Important:
LOnly registered color display handsets
(KX-TGA571) can be paged from the
cordless camera. The base unit and
monochrome display handsets (KX-
TGA570) cannot be paged.
LYou can adjust the audio detection
sensitivity.
Paging using the cordless camera
sensor
1Cordless camera:
The cordless camera detects sound.
LThe cordless camera produces a
camera tone and pages the handsets
for 1 minute.
2Handset:
Press {s} to answer the page.
LYou can monitor the room where the
cordless camera is located.
3Handset:
To mute your sound output, press
{MUTE} if necessary.
4Handset:
Press {OFF} to stop monitoring.
Paging using the cordless camera call
button
1Cordless camera:
Press {Call button}.
LThe cordless camera produces a
camera tone and pages the handsets
for 1 minute.
2Handset:
Press {s} to answer the page.
LYou can monitor the room where the
cordless camera is located.
3Cordless camera:
When the handset user answers, speak
clearly into the MIC.
4Handset:
Press {OFF} to stop monitoring.
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Wall mounting
The cordless camera can be mounted by the following way:
– Standard mounting
– Upside down mounting
CAUTION:
LFor information of the cordless camera location, see page 3.
LMount the cordless camera on the stable location where the unit can be adequately
supported when installing.
LThe AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet.
Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the
adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.
LDo not mount the cordless camera on a soft material. It may fall down, break or
cause injury.
LDo not mount the cordless camera on the following places: plaster board, ALC
(autoclaved lightweight cellular concrete), concrete block, plywood less than 25 mm (1
inch) thick, and etc.
LDo not pull the call button wire after you mount the cordless camera on the wall.
LAfter mounting the cordless camera on the wall, speak loudly and clearly into the MIC
when talking with the handset user.
Connecting the wall mounting adaptor
ASlide the cordless camera into the wall mounting adaptor in the direction of the arrow
until it clicks into the place.
BTuck the call button wire into the hole on the side of the wall mounting adaptor.
CFasten the call button wire to the hook of the wall mounting adaptor.
A
B
C
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Mounting the cordless camera on the wall
Drive the screws (not included) into the wall at a height of 1.5 m (4.9 feet) or below using
the wall template as a guide, then mount the camera securely on the screws.
Connect the AC adaptor to power outlet (page 5).
LTo aim the camera lens, see page 6.
LThe image may be seen upside down when mounting upside down. To compensate for
this, change the camera setting to display images upside down (page 33).
Standard mounting Upside down mounting
About the screws for wall mounting
LUse the recommended screw size below.
LDrive the mounting screws leaving enough length from the wall to hook the cordless
camera.
Screws
50.8 mm
(2 inches)
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)
Screws
50.8 mm
(2 inches)
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)
Max. 9.3 mm
(23/64 inch)
Space
Max. 4.5 mm
(11/64 inch)
Wall mount template for the cordless camera
50.8 mm
(2 inches)
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Mounting the cordless camera on the ceiling
1Drive the screws (not included) into the ceiling.
2ASlide the cordless camera into the wall mounting adaptor in the direction of the arrow
until it clicks into the place.
BTuck the call button wire into the hole on the side of the wall mounting adaptor.
CFasten the call button wire to the hook of the wall mounting adaptor.
DConnect the AC adaptor to power outlet.
LAim the camera lens.
LThe image may be seen upside down. To compensate for this, change the camera
setting to display images upside down.
(120 V AC,
60 Hz)
B
A
C
D
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Removing the wall mounting adaptor
Press and hold the hold button (A) on the left side of the wall mounting plate. Slide the
cordless camera to the right (B).
B
A
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FCC and other information
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAUTION:
A
ny changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate this device.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this
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 into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
FCC RF Exposure Warning:
The product complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. To comply with
FCC RF exposure requirements, the
product must be installed and operated
20 cm (8 inches) or more away from all
person’s body (excluding extremities of
hands, wrist and feet). The product must
not be collocated or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Notice
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If you need assistance with setup or operation
1Visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com/phonehelp
2Contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
3Call us at: 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262)
TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-877-833-8855.
When you ship the product
LCarefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton.
LAttach a letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton.
LSend the unit to Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter, prepaid and
adequately insured.
LDo 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.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Copyright:
This material is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd., and may be
reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited
without the written consent of Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.
© 2006 Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
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