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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 1 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM
Operating Instructions
5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Phone
Model No. KX-TG5421
5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Phone
with Dual Handsets
Model No. KX-TG5422
5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Phone
Model shown is KX-TG5421.
with Three Handsets
Model No. KX-TG5423
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 initi
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 2 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Table of Contents Viewing the caller list and calling Introduction back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Editing a caller’s phone number before Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 calling back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 6 Storing caller information into the For best performan
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 3 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Table of Contents Other options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Handset key tone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Re-registering the handset. . . . . . . . 40 Customer support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Programming via direct commands . . . 41 Direct commands chart . . . . . . . . . . 41 Useful Information Belt clip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Headset (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 4 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM 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. Energy Star: ® As an ENERGY STAR Participant, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY S
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 5 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Introduction Accessory information Included accessories To order replacement accessories, call 1-800-332-5368. TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277. Quantity No. Accessory items Order number KX-TG KX-TG KX-TG KX-TG 5421S 5421W 5422M 5423M 1 AC adaptor for base unit PQLV1Z 1 1 1 1 2 Telephone line cord PQJA10075Z 1 1 1 1 3 Wall mounting adaptor PQKL10068Z1 1 – – – PQKL10068Z2 – – 1 1 PQKL10068Z3
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 6 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Introduction Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the unit is Important safety subsequently used. instructions 12. Unplug this unit from power outlets and refer servicing to an authorized service When using this unit, basic safety center when the following conditions precautions should always be followed to occur: reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or A. When the power cord is damaged personal inj
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 7 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Introduction L Do not touch the plug with wet hands. the unit in health care facilities if any regulations posted in the area instruct L The AC adaptor is used as the main you not to do so. Hospitals or health care disconnect device. Ensure that the AC facilities may be using equipment that outlet is installed near the unit and is could be sensitive to external RF (radio easily accessible. frequency) energy. Battery To
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 8 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Introduction L The maximum calling distance may be shortened when the unit is used in the For best performance following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, undergrounds, near metal Base unit location/noise objects such as wire fences, etc. The base unit and handset use radio L Operating near 5.8 GHz electrical waves to communicate with each other. appliances may cause interference. For maximum distance and n
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 9 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Preparation Connections Base unit Fasten the AC adaptor cord. Raise the antennas. Hook To power outlet (120 V AC, 60 Hz) AC adaptor To single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) Telephone line cord Charger unit (KX-TG5422 and KX-TG5423 only) To power outlet (120 V AC, 60 Hz) AC adaptor Note: L Base unit: Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV1. L Charger unit: Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor KX-TCA1. L The AC adapt
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 10 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Preparation If you subscribe to an xDSL service Battery installation L Please attach a noise filter (contact your xDSL provider) to the telephone line 1 Insert the battery (1), and press it between the base unit and the telephone down until it snaps into the line jack in the event of the following: compartment (2). – Noise is heard during conversations. – Caller ID features (page 25) do not function properly. 2 1 2 Clos
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 11 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Preparation Battery strength Battery charge You can confirm the battery strength on the handset display. Place the handset on the base unit or charger for 6 hours before initial use. Battery icon Battery strength L The unit will beep once, the CHARGE 5 Fully charged indicator will light, and “Charging” will 6 Medium be displayed. L “Charge completed” is displayed 7 Low when the battery has been fully charged. When flashin
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 12 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Preparation Battery performance Battery replacement After your Panasonic battery is fully charged, you can expect the following If battery performance diminishes, make performance: sure you have cleaned the charge Operation Operating time contacts and fully charged the battery. The battery needs to be replaced if any of the While in use Up to 5 hours following are displayed after a few phone (talking) calls even when y
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 13 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Preparation Controls and displays Controls Base unit AB C A B D E F E KX-TG5423 KX-TG5422 KX-TG5421 GH A {HANDSET LOCATOR1} B {HANDSET LOCATOR2} C {HANDSET LOCATOR3} D {HANDSET LOCATOR} E Antenna F IN USE indicator G Charge contacts H CHARGE indicator For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). 13
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 14 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Preparation N {MENU} Handset O {OFF} P {MUTE} {CLEAR} Q {HOLD} K R {HOLD} {INTERCOM} L Charger unit (KX-TG5422 and KX- TG5423 only) A M B N A C B D O E P F G B H I A Charge contacts J B CHARGE indicator KX-TG5421 KX-TG5422 and Using the navigator key KX-TG5423 The handset navigator key can be used to HOLD HOLD navigate through menus and to select INTERCOM items shown on the display, by pressing {^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}. Q R A
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 15 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Preparation Backlit display and handset keypad Display The handset display and dialing buttons will light for a few seconds after pressing Handset display items any of the handset’s controls or lifting the handset off the base unit or charger. They Displayed Meaning will also light when a call is being received. item J Voice enhancer is on. 5 Battery strength Soft keys The handset features 2 soft keys. By pressing a sof
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 16 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Making/Answering Calls 4 When finished talking, press {OFF} or place the handset on the base unit or Making calls charger. Note: L Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet room. L If the other party has difficulty hearing Soft keys you, press {V} to decrease the speaker volume. {OFF} L While on a call, you can switch from the {C} Navigator key receiver to the speakerphone by {s} pressing {s}. To switch back to the
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 17 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Making/Answering Calls To make a call using the redial list Answering calls The last 5 phone numbers dialed are stored in the redial list. When a call is being received, the ringer indicator flashes rapidly. 1 Press {REDIAL}. L The last number dialed will be 1 Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}. displayed. L You can also answer a call by pressing any button except {V}, {^}, 2 Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display {<
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 18 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Making/Answering Calls MUTE button Useful features during a You can mute your voice during a call 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. HOLD button To mute your voice, press {MUTE}. This feature allows you to put an outside Example: Talk call on hold. 00-00-30 KX-TG5421: L “” will flash on the display. Press {HOLD} d
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 19 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Making/Answering Calls Clarity booster PAUSE button (for PBX/long This feature can improve sound clarity distance service users) when the handset is used in an area where A pause is sometimes required when there may be interference. During an making calls using a PBX or long distance outside call, this feature will be turned on service. automatically when necessary. This For example, if you need to dial the line feat
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TG5421_5422_5423(e).book Page 20 Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:51 PM Making/Answering Calls For Call Waiting service users To use Call Waiting, you must subscribe to your telephone company’s Call Waiting service. This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking on the phone. If you receive a call while on the phone, you will hear a Call Waiting tone. Press {Flash} to answer the 2nd call. L The 1st call is put on hold while you answer the 2nd call. L To switch betwe
