Panasonic Kx Tg5871al User Manual

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Operating Instructions  
5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System  
Model No.  
KX-TG5871AL  
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.  
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Table of Contents  
Dial lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Memory status (Colour display models  
only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
Display setting L (Colour display models  
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
Handset display colour  
Message alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69  
Turning call screening on/off . . . . . . 69  
Useful Information  
Wall mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
Belt clip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
Headset (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76  
Instructions to customer . . . . . . . . . . . . 82  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84  
(Appearance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Handset LCD contrast . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Initial setting N. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Handset Talking Caller ID . . . . . . . . 55  
Storing your area code . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Handset LCD contrast (Monochrome  
display models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
Handset key tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
Handset interrupt tone . . . . . . . . . . 56  
Recall time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
Line mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
Base unit settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
Cancelling the handset registration . 58  
Registering the handset. . . . . . . . . . 59  
Set date & time O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59  
Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers  
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59  
Index  
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85  
Answering System  
Features  
Answering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Recording your greeting message . . . . 60  
Erasing your greeting message . . . 61  
Pre-recorded greeting message . . . 61  
Turning the answering system on/off . . 61  
Screening your calls . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Listening to messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Listening to messages using the base  
unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Listening to messages using the  
handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Recording a voice memo . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
Memory capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Remote operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Using the answering system  
remotely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Answering system settings J . . . . . . 67  
Remote code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
Ring count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68  
Caller’s recording time . . . . . . . . . . 68  
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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.  
About these operating instructions  
These operating instructions can be used for the KX-TG5871AL, KX-TGA580AL, and KX-  
TGA582AL.  
Notable differences between the KX-TG5871AL, KX-TGA580AL, and KX-TGA582AL:  
The KX-TG5871AL and KX-TGA580AL feature a monochrome display handset.  
The KX-TGA582AL features a colour display handset with USB-support.  
Important:  
L Features and operations indicated by “monochrome display models” are for KX-  
TG5871AL users and KX-TGA580AL (accessory handset) users only.  
L Features and operations indicated by “colour display models” are for KX-TGA582AL  
(accessory handset) users only.  
L See page 7 for the differences between the accessory handsets KX-TGA580AL and KX-  
TGA582AL.  
L References in these operating instructions to a charger or other handsets are for  
accessory handset users only. See “Expanding your phone” on page 6.  
L For information on connecting the KX-TGA582AL to a PC, refer to the included  
“Installation Guide for GIGARANGE USB Utility” included with the KX-TGA582AL  
accessory handset.  
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Introduction  
Accessory information  
Included accessories  
No. Accessory items  
Quantity  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
AC adaptor for base unit  
Telephone line cord  
Telephone plug  
Wall mounting adaptor  
Battery  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Handset cover  
Belt clip  
Audio cable  
1
4
7
2
3
5
8
6
Additional/replacement accessories  
Accessory items  
Order number  
Rechargeable nickel metal HHR-P104  
hydride (Ni-MH) battery  
Accessory handset with  
charger  
KX-TGA580AL (features a monochrome display)  
KX-TGA582AL (features a colour display)  
Headset  
KX-TCA88AL  
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Introduction  
Expanding your phone  
The KX-TG5871AL includes one handset and one base unit. You can expand the system  
by adding up to 7 accessory handsets, sold separately. A maximum of 8 handsets can be  
registered to a base unit.  
Any combination of the 2 available accessory handsets is possible.  
KX-TG5871AL  
Accessory handsets  
KX-TGA580AL  
KX-TGA582AL  
Note:  
L The included handset is pre-registered at the factory and assigned the extension  
number 1.  
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.  
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Available accessory handsets  
2 accessory handset models are available for the KX-TG5871AL.  
Operations and features of 2 different accessory handsets have certain differences as  
indicated in the table below.  
Feature  
KX-TGA580AL  
KX-TGA582AL  
Page  
Description  
Same handset supplied Available as accessory  
with KX-TG5871AL  
handset only  
Display type  
USB-support  
Picture ID  
Monochrome  
Colour  
r
*1  
*2  
r
34  
*2  
Picture download feature  
Song record feature  
Song download feature  
Wallpaper  
r
r
r
50  
*2  
r
r
54  
*2  
Wallpaper download  
feature  
r
Memory status display  
r
53  
*1 USB-support allows you to connect the handset to your PC and send pictures and  
songs from your PC to the handset, as well as create and edit phonebook entries using  
your PC.  
*2 For information on using this feature, refer to the help section of the GIGARANGE USB  
Utility software included with the KX-TGA582AL accessory handset. If you have not  
installed the GIGARANGE USB Utility software, refer to the included “Installation Guide  
for GIGARANGE USB Utility” for details.  
For information on ordering accessory handsets, see page 5.  
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Introduction  
Incorrect reassembly can cause  
electric shock when the unit is  
subsequently used.  
Important safety  
instructions  
12. Unplug this unit from power outlets and  
refer servicing to an authorised service  
centre when the following conditions  
occur:  
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. Unplug this unit from power outlets  
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or  
aerosol cleaners. Use a moist cloth for  
cleaning.  
4. Do not use this unit near water, for  
example near a bathtub, wash bowl,  
kitchen sink, etc.  
A. When the power cord 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 extensive work by an  
authorised service centre.  
5. Place the unit securely on a stable  
surface. Serious damage and/or injury  
may result if the unit falls.  
E. If the unit has been dropped or  
physically damaged.  
6. Do not cover slots and openings on the  
unit. They are provided for ventilation  
and protection against overheating.  
Never place the unit near radiators, or  
in a place where proper ventilation is  
not provided.  
7. Use only the power source marked on  
the unit. If you are not sure of the type  
of power supplied to your home,  
consult your dealer or local power  
company.  
F. If the unit exhibits a distinct change  
in performance.  
13. During thunderstorms, avoid using  
telephones except cordless types.  
There may be a remote risk of an  
electric shock from lightning.  
14. Do not use this unit to report a gas  
leak, when in the vicinity of the leak.  
SAVE THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS  
8. Do not place objects on the power  
cord. Install the unit where no one can  
step or trip on the cord.  
9. Do not overload power outlets and  
extension cords. This can result in the  
risk of fire or electric shock.  
10. Never push any objects through slots  
in this unit. This may result in the risk of  
fire or electric shock. Never spill any  
liquid on the unit.  
CAUTION:  
Installation  
L Never install telephone wiring during a  
lightning storm.  
L Never install telephone jacks in wet  
locations unless the jack is specifically  
designed for wet locations.  
L Never touch uninsulated telephone  
wires or terminals unless the telephone  
line has been disconnected at the  
network interface.  
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do  
not disassemble this unit. Take the unit  
to an authorised service centre when  
service is required. Opening or  
removing covers may expose you to  
dangerous voltages or other risks.  
L Use caution when installing or modifying  
telephone lines.  
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L Do not touch the plug with wet hands.  
Medical  
L The AC adaptor is used as the main  
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC  
outlet is installed near the unit and is  
easily accessible.  
L Consult 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 unit operates in  
the frequency range of 5.76 GHz to 5.84  
GHz, and the power output level can  
range from 0.25 to 0.5 watts.) 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 equipment that  
could be sensitive to external RF (radio  
frequency) energy.  
L To prevent the electric shock, use only  
the included audio cable with the  
transformer when connecting the unit to  
an audio device.  
Battery  
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to  
persons, read and follow these  
instructions.  
L Use only the battery(ies) specified.  
L Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a  
fire. They may explode. Check with local  
waste management codes for special  
disposal instructions.  
Notice  
L Please ensure that a separate  
telephone, not dependent on local  
power, is available for emergency use.  
L Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).  
Released electrolyte is corrosive and  
may cause burns or injury to the eyes or  
skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if  
swallowed.  
L This equipment will be inoperable when  
mains power fails.  
L When a failure occurs which results in  
the internal parts becoming accessible,  
disconnect the power supply cord  
immediately and return this unit to an  
authorised service centre.  
L Exercise care when handling the  
battery(ies). Do not allow conductive  
materials such as rings, bracelets or  
keys to touch the battery(ies), otherwise  
a short circuit may cause the battery(ies)  
and/or the conductive material to  
overheat and cause burns.  
L To minimise the possibility of lightning  
damage, when you know that a  
thunderstorm is coming, we recommend  
that you:  
– Unplug the telephone line cord from  
the phone jack.  
L Charge the battery(ies) provided with or  
identified for use with this product only in  
accordance with the instructions and  
limitations specified in this manual.  
– Unplug the power supply cord from  
the AC power outlet.  
WARNING:  
L To prevent the risk of fire or electrical  
shock, do not expose this product to rain  
or any type of moisture.  
L No “000” or other calls can be made  
from this device during a mains power  
failure.  
L The earcap on the handset is  
magnetised and may retain metallic  
objects.  
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 an authorised service  
centre.  
L This equipment has been tested and  
found to comply with AS/NZS 3548:  
1995 limits for electromagnetic  
interference. Any modifications to any  
part of the system or to any peripherals  
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Introduction  
may void the EMC compliance of the  
system or the peripherals.  
L The maximum calling distance may be  
shortened when the unit is used in the  
following places: Near obstacles such as  
hills, tunnels, underground, near metal  
objects such as wire fences, etc.  
For best performance  
L Operating near 5.8 GHz electrical  
appliances may cause interference.  
Move away from the electrical  
appliances.  
Base unit location/noise  
The base unit and handset use radio  
waves to communicate with each other.  
For maximum distance and noise-free  
operation, we recommend the following:  
Routine care  
L Placing the unit away from electrical  
appliances such as a TV, personal  
computer or another cordless phone.  
L Wipe the outer surface of the unit with a  
moist soft cloth. Do not use benzine,  
thinner or any abrasive powder.  
L Placing the base unit in a HIGH and  
CENTRAL location with no obstructions  
such as walls.  
L Raising the antennas vertically.  
L If you use the handset near a microwave  
oven which is being used, noise may be  
heard. Move away from the microwave  
oven and closer to the base unit.  
L If you use the handset near another  
cordless phone’s base unit, noise may  
be heard. Move away from the other  
cordless phone’s base unit and closer to  
your base unit.  
Environment  
L Keep the unit away from electrical noise  
generating devices, such as fluorescent  
lamps and motors.  
L The unit should be kept free from  
excessive smoke, dust, high  
temperature and vibration.  
L The unit should not be exposed to direct  
sunlight.  
L Do not place heavy objects on top of the  
unit.  
L When you leave the unit unused for a  
long period of time, unplug this unit from  
power outlet.  
L The unit 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  
or greater than 40 °C. Damp basements  
should also be avoided.  
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Connections  
Fasten the AC adaptor cord.  
Raise the antennas.  
Hook  
To power outlet (230–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)  
AC adaptor  
To socket  
Telephone line cord  
Note:  
L Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV1AL.  
L The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel  
warm during use.)  
L The 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.  
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 a telephone  
double adaptor.  
L The unit is not designed to be used with rotary (pulse dialling) services.  
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Preparation  
If you subscribe to an ADSL service  
Battery installation  
L Please attach a noise filter (contact your  
ADSL provider) to the telephone line  
between the base unit and the telephone  
line jack in the event of the following:  
– Noise is heard during conversations.  
– Caller ID features (page 32) do not  
function properly.  
1 Insert the battery (1), and press it  
down until it snaps into the  
compartment (2).  
2
1
To socket  
Telephone line cord  
2 Close the handset cover.  
Noise filter  
(For ADSL users)  
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Preparation  
Recharging the battery  
Recharge the battery when:  
Battery charge  
– “Recharge battery” is displayed or  
3 flashes on the handset display.  
Place the handset on the base unit for 6  
hours before initial use.  
– the handset beeps intermittently while it  
is in use.  
L The unit will beep once, the CHARGE  
indicator will light, and “Charging” will  
be displayed.  
Note:  
L Charge completed” is displayed  
when the battery has been fully charged.  
The CHARGE indicator will remain lit.  
L Recharge the handset battery for more  
than 15 minutes, or the display will  
continue showing the indication.  
L If the battery has been discharged, the  
handset will display “Charge for 6  
HRS” and 4 when you place the  
handset on the base unit.  
OR  
Battery performance  
After your Panasonic battery is fully  
charged, you can expect approximately  
the following performance:  
Operation  
Operating time  
While in use  
(talking)  
Up to 5 hours  
CHARGE indicator  
While not in use  
(standby)  
Up to 11 days  
Up to 3 hours  
Note:  
*1  
L To ensure the battery charges properly,  
clean the charge contacts of the handset  
and base unit with a soft, dry cloth once  
a month. Clean more often if the unit is  
subject to grease, dust, or high humidity.  
While using the  
clarity booster  
feature (page 22)  
*1 Handset is off the base unit but not in  
use.  
Battery strength  
You can confirm the battery strength on the  
handset display.  
Note:  
L Battery power is consumed whenever  
the handset is off the base unit, even  
when the handset is not in use. The  
longer you leave the handset off the  
base unit, the shorter you can actually  
talk on the handset. Actual battery  
performance depends on a combination  
of how often the handset is in use and  
how often it is not in use.  
Battery icon  
1
Battery strength  
Fully charged  
Medium  
2
3
Low  
When flashing: needs  
to be recharged.  
4
Discharged  
L Once the battery is fully charged, you do  
not have to charge it again until  
Recharge battery” is displayed or  
3 flashes. This will maximise the  
battery life.  
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Preparation  
Battery replacement  
Screen saver mode  
(Colour display models  
only)  
If battery performance diminishes, make  
sure you have cleaned the charge  
contacts and fully charged the battery. The  
battery needs to be replaced if any of the  
following are displayed after a few phone  
calls even when you have fully charged the  
battery.  
Important:  
L Only the KX-TGA582AL supports this  
feature.  
– “Recharge battery”  
3 (flashing)  
After 1 minute of inactivity, the handset will  
enter screen saver mode if the handset is  
not on the base unit or charger.  
Screen saver” will be displayed, and  
will occasionally change position in order  
to preserve the life of the display.  
Example:  
– “Charge for 6 HRS”  
4  
L Use only the rechargeable Panasonic  
battery noted on page 5.  
1 Press the notch on the cover firmly and  
slide it as indicated by the arrow.  
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.  
2 Replace the old battery with a new one,  
and close the cover (see page 12 for  
battery installation).  
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Controls and displays  
Controls  
Base unit  
A
B C  
D
E
K
L
K
F G H I J  
M
N O P Q R  
S
T U  
V
W
X Y  
A Display  
N {PROGRAM} {AUTO}  
O {MUTE}  
B {ERASE}  
C {ANSWER ON}  
P {CALL WAIT} {RECALL}  
Q {REDIAL} {PAUSE}  
R CHARGE indicator  
S IN USE indicator  
T {*} (A)  
ANSWER ON indicator  
D Navigator key  
E {MEMO}  
F MESSAGE indicator  
G {MESSAGE}  
U MIC (Microphone)  
H {STOP}  
V {SP-PHONE} (Speakerphone)  
I {GREETING REC} (Recording)  
J {GREETING CHECK}  
K Antenna  
SP-PHONE indicator  
W {HOLD}  
X {CONF} (Conference)  
L Speaker  
Y {INTERCOM} {TRANSFER}  
INTERCOM indicator  
M Charge contacts  
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Handset  
Using the joystick  
The handset joystick can be used to  
navigate through menus and to select  
items shown on the display, by pushing it  
up, down, left, or right.  
I
J
A
B
K
It can also be used to select the centre soft  
key icon (page 18), by pressing down on  
the centre of the joystick.  
C
D
L
M
E
F
G
H
N
Note:  
L Up to 5 menu items can be displayed at  
a time. To select a menu item not shown  
on the current page, scroll up or down by  
pushing the joystick up or down,  
respectively.  
O
P
A Speaker  
B Soft keys  
C Headset jack/Audio jack  
D {C} (TALK)  
E Joystick  
F {s} (SP-PHONE)  
G USB cable jack (colour display  
models: KX-TGA582AL only)  
H {REDIAL} {PAUSE}  
I Ringer indicator  
Message indicator  
J Receiver  
K Display  
L {OFF}  
M {CLEAR} {MUTE}  
N {INTERCOM} {HOLD}  
O Microphone  
P Charge contacts  
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Preparation  
Handset display items  
Displays  
Displayed  
Meaning  
item  
Base unit display items  
*2  
--:--  
The date and time need to  
be set.  
Displayed  
Meaning  
item  
W
Voice enhancer is on.  
Battery strength  
E
Flashes when the date  
and time need to be set.  
1
E
Flashes when message  
memory is full.  
S
Line is in use.  
When flashing: a call is on  
hold.  
When flashing rapidly: a  
call is being received.  
Base unit ringer is off.  
O
E
Greeting or memo  
*1  
message recording error  
SP  
SP  
Speaker is on.  
*2  
9@  
Answering system is in  
greeting only mode (caller  
messages will not be  
recorded).  
*1  
PRIVACY  
PRIVACY  
Call Privacy mode is on.  
*2  
!
This handset’s extension  
number (example shown  
here: handset 1)  
H1  
Handset number;  
displayed when paging or  
being paged (example  
shown here: handset 1).  
You can move the cursor  
right and left.  
H
P
Paging all handsets.  
You can scroll or move the  
cursor right and left or up  
and down.  
Base unit is in  
programming mode.  
You can scroll up and  
down.  
Q
When customising the  
unit: indicates the current  
setting.  
When viewing the caller  
list: indicates that you  
have called back this  
caller or viewed this caller  
information.  
*1 Monochrome display models:  
KX-TG5871AL and KXTGA580AL only  
*2 Colour display models:  
KX-TGA582AL only  
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Preparation  
Handset menu icons  
Handset soft keys  
When in standby mode, pushing the centre  
of joystick reveals the handset’s main  
menu. From here you can access various  
features and settings.  
The handset features 2 soft keys and a  
joystick. By pressing a soft key, or by  
pressing the centre of the joystick, you can  
select the function displayed directly  
above it.  
Important:  
L Pressing the left or right soft key selects  
the leftmost or rightmost soft key icon  
respectively.  
L The menu icons shown in these  
instructions vary slightly from the actual  
icons shown on the display.  
L Pressing the centre of the joystick  
selects the centre soft key icon.  
Monochrome display models: KX-  
TG5871AL and KX-TGA580AL only  
L The functions displayed will vary  
depending on how you are using the  
unit.  
Menu  
Menu/feature  
icon  
L When a function does not appear above  
a soft key, the soft key has no function.  
Answering device  
J
Ringer setting  
K
Phonebook  
P
Function  
M
Initial setting  
N
Set date & time  
O
Colour display models: KX-TGA582AL  
only  
Note:  
L In these operating instructions, soft key  
names are written inside brackets, the  
same way as other unit keys.  
Example:  
Unit keys: {C}, {OFF}, etc.  
Soft keys: {CID}, {MENU}, {C}, etc.  
Menu  
Menu/feature  
icon  
Answering device  
J
Ringer setting  
K
Display setting  
L
Handset backlit display and handset  
keypad  
The handset display and dialling buttons  
will light for a few seconds after pressing  
any of the handset’s controls or lifting the  
handset off the base unit or charger. They  
will also light when a call is being received.  
Function  
M
Initial setting  
N
Set date & time  
O
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Preparation  
Time adjustment (Caller ID subscribers  
only)  
When calls are received, Caller ID will  
automatically adjust the date and time  
(including daylight saving time).  
Setting the unit before  
use  
Setting the date and time O  
L If you have not set the date and time  
manually, Caller ID will not adjust the  
date and time.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to O, then press {SELECT}.  
L You can turn this feature off (page 59).  
3 Scroll to “Date and time”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
Date and time  
Time adjustment  
4 Enter the current day, month, and year  
by selecting 2 digits for each.  
Example: 15 June, 2005  
Press {1}{5} {0}{6} {0}{5}.  
Date:15.06.2005  
Time:12:00 AM  
0-9=Date&Time  
5 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}.  
6 Select “AM” or “PM” by pressing {AM/  
PM}.  
7 Press {SAVE}.  
L When the date and time are set, E  
disappears from the base unit  
display.  
L If the handset beeps 3 times, the date  
and time were not set correctly. Enter  
the correct digits.  
8 Press {OFF}.  
Note:  
L If you make a mistake when entering the  
date and time, use the joystick to move  
the cursor, then make the correction.  
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Making/Answering Calls  
4 When finished talking, press {OFF} or  
place the handset on the base unit or  
charger.  
Making calls using the  
handset  
Note:  
L Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet  
room.  
L If the other party has difficulty hearing  
you, push the joystick down to decrease  
the speaker volume.  
Soft keys  
L While on a call, you can switch from the  
receiver to the speakerphone by  
pressing {s}. To switch back to the  
receiver, press {C}.  
{OFF}  
{C}  
Joystick  
{s}  
{CLEAR}  
{MUTE}  
To adjust the speaker volume  
6 levels (high to low) are available.  
While using the speaker, push the joystick  
up or down repeatedly.  
{HOLD}  
{REDIAL}  
{PAUSE}  
Microphone  
1 Lift the handset and press {C}.  
To dial after confirming the entered  
number  
L Talk” will be displayed.  
2 Dial the phone number.  
1 Enter the phone number.  
L To correct a digit, use the joystick to  
move the cursor, then press  
3 When finished talking, press {OFF} or  
place the handset on the base unit or  
charger.  
{CLEAR}. Enter the correct number.  
L If a pause is required when dialling,  
press {PAUSE} where needed (page  
22).  
Note:  
L The IN USE indicator on the base unit  
lights while the handset user is on an  
outside conversation.  
L To cancel, press {OFF}.  
2 Press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}.  
To adjust the receiver volume  
3 levels (high/medium/low) are available.  
While using the receiver, push the joystick  
up or down repeatedly.  
3 When finished talking, press {OFF} or  
place the handset on the base unit or  
charger.  
To redial the last number dialled  
1 Press {C} or {s}.  
To use the speakerphone  
1 Lift the handset and press {s}.  
2 Press {REDIAL}.  
L SP-phone” will be displayed.  
2 Dial the phone number.  
3 When the other party answers, speak  
into the microphone.  
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Making/Answering Calls  
To make a call using the redial list  
The last 5 phone numbers dialled are  
stored in the redial list.  
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.  
To mute your voice, press {MUTE}.  
1 Press {REDIAL}.  
L The last number dialled will be  
displayed.  
L <Mute>” will flash on the display.  
L To return to the conversation, press  
{MUTE}, {C}, or {s}.  
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to display the desired number.  
L To delete the displayed number,  
press {CLEAR}.  
Voice enhancer  
This feature can simulate a band signal  
above the normal bandwidth limitations,  
achieving a sound which is close to the  
actual voice. You can turn this feature on  
or off, depending on the circumstance.  
L To exit the list, press {OFF}.  
3 Press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}.  
Useful features during a call  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick)  
HOLD button  
during an outside call.  
This feature allows you to put an outside  
call on hold.  
2 To turn this feature on or off, press {3}.  
L You can also turn this feature on or off  
by pushing the joystick up or down,  
then pressing {SELECT}.  
1 Press {HOLD} during an outside call.  
L To transfer the call to another  
extension, see page 38.  
L When turned on, W will be  
displayed.  
2 Press {HOLD} again.  
Note:  
L Hold” will be displayed.  
L Once you turn voice enhancer on, it will  
be activated for all outside calls until  
turned off.  
L To return to the call, press {C} or  
{s}.  
L The base unit user can take the call  
by pressing {SP-PHONE}.  
L You can also turn this feature on or off by  
programming (page 52).  
L Another handset user can take the  
L Depending on the condition and quality  
of your telephone line, this feature may  
emphasise existing line noise. If it  
becomes difficult to hear, turn this  
feature off.  
call by pressing {C} or {s}.  
Note:  
L If another phone is connected on the  
same line (page 11), you can also take  
the call by lifting its handset.  
L If a call is kept on hold for more than 6  
minutes, an alarm tone will start to  
sound and the ringer indicator will flash  
rapidly. After 4 additional minutes on  
hold, the call will be disconnected.  
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Making/Answering Calls  
This feature is only available for the  
handset.  
To turn this feature on or off, press  
{PRIVACY} during a conversation.  
L While this feature is turned on,  
“PRIVACY” will be displayed.  
Clarity booster  
This feature can improve sound clarity  
when the handset is used in an area where  
there may be interference. During an  
outside call, this feature will be turned on  
automatically when necessary. This  
feature will turn off when you hang up or  
put a call on hold. It will not turn off  
automatically during a call. You can also  
turn this feature on or off manually.  
L While this feature is turned on, other  
users cannot join the conversation.  
L Call privacy will turn off after you hang  
up the call.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick)  
PAUSE button (for PBX/long distance  
service users)  
during an outside call.  
A pause is sometimes required when  
making calls using a PBX or long distance  
service.  
For example, if you need to dial the line  
access number “9” when making outside  
calls with a PBX:  
2 To turn this feature on or off, press {2}.  
L You can also turn this feature on or off  
by pushing the joystick up or down,  
then pressing {SELECT}.  
L While this feature is turned on,  
Booster on” will flash on the  
display.  
1 Press {9}.  
Note:  
2 Press {PAUSE}, then dial the phone  
number.  
L If this feature is turned off manually  
during a call, it will not be turned on  
automatically during the same call.  
Example:  
9P0555666777  
L While this feature is turned on, battery  
operating time will be shortened (page  
13).  
3 Press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}.  
L The maximum number of extensions  
which can be used at a time may  
decrease when using this feature.  
Note:  
L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each  
time {PAUSE} is pressed. Press  
repeatedly to insert longer pauses.  
Call share  
When another extension is on an outside  
call, this feature allows you to join that call.  
To join a conversation, press {C} or {s}  
when another extension is on an outside  
call.  
RECALL button  
Pressing {RECALL} allows you to use  
special features of your host PBX such as  
transferring an extension call, or accessing  
optional telephone services such as Call  
Waiting.  
L Conference” will be displayed.  
L A maximum of 4 parties (including the  
outside party) can join a conversation.  
Note:  
L To change the recall time, see page 56.  
Call privacy  
Call privacy allows you to prevent other  
users from joining your conversations with  
outside callers. To allow other users to join  
your conversations, leave this feature off.  
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Making/Answering Calls  
To adjust the speaker volume  
8 levels (high to low) are available.  
While on a call press {V} or {^} repeatedly.  
Making calls using the  
base unit  
To redial the last number dialled  
1 Press {SP-PHONE}.  
{V}, {^}  
{MUTE}  
2 Press {REDIAL}.  
{CALL WAIT}  
{RECALL}  
Useful features during a call  
{HOLD}  
HOLD button  
This feature allows you to put an outside  
call on hold.  
{SP-PHONE}  
and indicator  
MIC  
Press {HOLD} during an outside call.  
IN USE indicator  
L The SP-PHONE indicator and IN USE  
indicator flash.  
{REDIAL} {PAUSE}  
L To return to the call, press {SP-  
PHONE}.  
1 Press {SP-PHONE}.  
L The handset user can take the call by  
pressing {C} or {s}.  
L The SP-PHONE and IN USE  
indicators light.  
Note:  
2 Dial the phone number.  
L If another phone is connected on the  
same line (page 11), you can also take  
the call by lifting its handset.  
3 When the other party answers, speak  
into the MIC.  
L If a call is kept on hold for more than 6  
minutes, an alarm tone will start to  
sound. After 4 additional minutes on  
hold, the call will be disconnected.  
4 When finished talking, press {SP-  
PHONE}.  
L The SP-PHONE and IN USE  
indicators go out.  
MUTE button  
Note:  
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.  
To mute your voice, press {MUTE}.  
L The SP-PHONE indicator flashes.  
L To return to the conversation, press  
L Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet  
room.  
L If the other party has difficulty hearing  
you, press {V} to decrease the speaker  
volume.  
L While on a call, you can switch from the  
speaker phone to the handset:  
– If the handset is off the base unit,  
press {C} or {s} on the handset,  
then press {SP-PHONE} on the base  
unit.  
{MUTE} or {SP-PHONE}.  
– If the handset is on the base unit,  
simply lift the handset.  
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Making/Answering Calls  
Call share  
Answering calls using  
the handset  
When another extension is on an outside  
call, this feature allows you to join that call.  
To join a conversation, press {SP-  
PHONE} when another extension is on an  
outside call.  
When a call is being received, the ringer  
indicator flashes rapidly.  
L A maximum of 4 parties including the  
outside party can join a conversation.  
1 Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}.  
L You can also answer a call by  
pressing any button except the  
joystick or {OFF}. (Any key talk  
feature)  
RECALL button  
Pressing {RECALL} allows you to use  
special features of your host PBX such as  
transferring an extension call, or accessing  
optional telephone services such as Call  
Waiting.  
2 When finished talking, press {OFF} or  
place the handset on the base unit or  
charger.  
Note:  
Auto talk  
L To change the recall time, see page 56.  
This feature allows you to answer a call by  
simply lifting the handset off the base unit  
or charger. You do not need to press {C}.  
To activate this feature, see page 56.  
Temporary ringer off  
While the handset is ringing for an outside  
call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily  
by pressing {OFF}. The handset will ring  
the next time a call is received.  
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Making/Answering Calls  
Note:  
L If you select one of the melody ringer  
patterns, the ringer will continue to  
sound for several seconds if:  
– the caller hangs up before you answer  
the call.  
– another person answers the call using  
another phone connected on the  
same line.  
Answering calls using  
the base unit  
When a call is being received, the IN USE  
indicator flashes rapidly.  
1 Press {SP-PHONE}.  
2 Speak into the MIC.  
3 When finished talking, press {SP-  
PHONE}.  
Adjusting the ringer volume  
4 levels (high/medium/low/off) are  
available.  
While the base unit is not being used,  
press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the  
desired volume.  
L To stop ringing, press {STOP}.  
To turn the ringer off, press and hold {V}  
until the base unit beeps 2 times.  
L
O
will be displayed.  
Note:  
L When the ringer volume is set to off, the  
base unit will not ring for outside calls  
and it will ring at the low level for  
intercom calls.  
L When the ringer volume is set to off, the  
base unit will not announce caller names  
(page 33).  
Changing the ringer tone  
You can change the base unit ringer tone  
heard when an outside call is received.  
There are 3 tones and 4 melodies.  
1 Press {^} or {V}.  
2 Within 10 seconds, press {<} or {>}  
repeatedly to select the desired ringer  
tone.  
L To stop ringing, press {STOP}.  
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Phonebook  
L If you want to change the name and  
number, press {EDIT}, then repeat  
from step 3.  
Handset phonebook  
The handset phonebook allows you to  
make calls without having to dial manually.  
You can add 50 names and phone  
numbers to the handset phonebook and  
search for phonebook entries by name.  
Important:  
Example:  
Tom  
0555654321  
7 Press {SAVE}.  
L To add other items, repeat from step  
L KX-TGA582AL only: You can also  
create and edit phonebook items using  
your PC and send them to the handset.  
Refer to the help section of the  
2.  
8 Press {OFF}.  
GIGARANGE USB Utility software for  
details. If you have not installed the  
GIGARANGE USB Utility software, refer  
to the included “Installation Guide for  
GIGARANGE USB Utility” for details.  
Note:  
L Caller ID subscribers can use ringer ID  
and light-up ID features (page 34).  
L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL  
only):  
Caller ID subscribers can use picture ID  
(page 34).  
Adding items to the phonebook  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
To store emergency numbers  
Emergency numbers are numbers stored  
in the phonebook that can be dialled using  
the phonebook even when dial lock is  
turned on (page 52).  
To store a number as an emergency  
number, add # at the beginning of the  
name (see “Adding items to the  
phonebook”).  
L The display shows the number of  
items in the phonebook.  
2 Press {ADD}.  
Enter name  
3 Enter the name (max. 16 characters).  
See the character table for entry.  
4 Press {NEXT}.  
Enter phone no.  
5 Enter the phone number (max. 32  
digits).  
L If a pause is required when dialling,  
press {PAUSE} where needed (page  
22).  
6 Press {NEXT}.  
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Phonebook  
Calling someone in the  
Character table  
The dial keys can be used to enter  
characters. To enter a character, press the  
appropriate dial key, repeatedly if  
necessary. To enter another character that  
is located on the same dial key, first push  
the joystick right to move the cursor to the  
next space.  
phonebook  
Phonebook items can be searched for  
alphabetically by scrolling through the  
phonebook items.  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
L To view the first item, press  
{SEARCH}.  
Key  
{1}  
{2}  
{3}  
{4}  
{5}  
{6}  
{7}  
{8}  
{9}  
{0}  
{*}  
{#}  
Characters  
& ’  
(
)
,
.
/
1
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to display the desired item.  
a
d
g
j
b
c
f
A B C 2  
D E F 3  
L To exit the phonebook, press {OFF}.  
e
h
k
3 Press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}.  
i
G H I  
K L  
4
5
l
J
To search for a name by initial  
m n  
o
r
M N O 6  
P Q R S 7  
T U V 8  
W X Y Z 9  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
p
t
q
u
s
v
y
2 Press the dialling button ({0} to {9},  
{#}, or {*}) which corresponds to the  
first letter you are searching for (see the  
character table).  
w x  
z
0
Space  
;
#
Example: “LISA”  
Press {5} repeatedly to display any  
name with the initial “L”.  
{CLEAR} To delete a character or  
L If there is no item corresponding to  
the letter you selected, the next item  
will be displayed.  
number  
To edit/correct a mistake  
3 Push the joystick down repeatedly to  
Use the joystick to move the cursor to the  
character or number you wish to erase,  
then press {CLEAR}. Enter the  
appropriate character or number.  
display the desired item.  
L To exit the phonebook, press {OFF}.  
L To dial the displayed number, press  
{C}, {s}, or {CALL}.  
Note:  
L Press and hold {CLEAR} to erase all  
characters or numbers.  
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Phonebook  
Adding items/calling someone  
in the phonebook using the  
unit’s menu P (Monochrome  
display models only)  
Editing items in the phonebook  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to display the desired item.  
Important:  
3 Press {EDIT}.  
L Only the KX-TG5871AL and KX-  
TGA580AL support this feature.  
4 Edit the name if necessary. See the  
character table on page 27 for  
character entry.  
Monochrome display model users can also  
enter the phonebook from the handset’s  
main menu.  
5 Press {NEXT}.  
6 Edit the phone number if necessary.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
7 Press {NEXT}, then press {SAVE}.  
2 Scroll to P, then press {SELECT}.  
L To edit other items, repeat from step  
L The display shows the number of  
2.  
items in the phonebook.  
8 Press {OFF}.  
3 To add items, continue from step 2 of  
“Adding items to the phonebook” on  
page 26.  
Erasing items in the phonebook  
OR  
To call someone, continue from step 2  
of “Calling someone in the phonebook”.  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to display the desired item.  
3 Press {CLEAR}.  
L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.  
4 Press {YES}.  
L To erase other items, repeat from  
step 2.  
5 Press {OFF}.  
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Phonebook  
Copying phonebook items  
Chain dial feature  
This feature allows you to dial phone  
numbers from the phonebook while you  
are on a call.  
Example: Using a long distance calling  
card  
You can copy one or all of the phonebook  
items from the handset to the phonebook  
of a compatible Panasonic handset (page  
5).  
Important:  
1 Dial from the phonebook:  
08000123456 (Calling card access  
number).  
L Make sure the destination handset is not  
in use.  
L Do not place your handset on the base  
unit or charger until copying has  
finished, otherwise copying will stop.  
2 When prompted, dial from the  
phonebook:  
1234 (Calling card PIN).  
L If an outside call is received during the  
phonebook copy, copying will stop. You  
will need to copy the item(s) later.  
3 When prompted, dial from the  
phonebook:  
05550123456 (the person you want to  
call).  
L Ringer ID and light-up ID settings for  
phonebook items are not copied (page  
34).  
1 During an outside call, press {MENU}  
(centre of joystick).  
L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL  
only):  
Picture ID settings for phonebook items  
are not copied (page 34).  
2 Press {1} to select “Phonebook”.  
3 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to display the desired item.  
Copying an item  
L To search for the item by initial, see  
page 27.  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
2 Press {COPY}.  
4 Press {CALL}.  
L Repeat from step 1 to dial other  
numbers.  
3 Scroll to “1 item”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
Note:  
4 Scroll to the destination handset’s  
L When storing a calling card access  
number and your PIN in the phonebook  
as one phonebook item, press {PAUSE}  
to add pauses after the number and PIN  
as necessary (page 22).  
number, then press {SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to display the desired item.  
L To search for the item by initial, see  
page 27.  
6 Press {SEND}.  
L When the item has been copied,  
Complete” will be displayed.  
L The destination handset display will  
show “Phonebook Receiving”,  
then “Phonebook Received”.  
L To copy another item, repeat from  
step 5.  
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Phonebook  
7 Press {OFF}.  
Copying all items  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
2 Press {COPY}.  
3 Scroll to “All items”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Scroll to the destination handset’s  
number, then press {SEND}.  
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.  
5 Press {OFF}.  
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Speed Dialler  
In step 2, press {9}, {PAUSE}, then enter  
the phone number.  
Base unit speed dialler  
Note:  
The base unit speed dialler allows you to  
make calls without having to dial manually.  
You can assign one phone number to each  
of the 10 dial keys ({0} to {9}) on the base  
unit.  
L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each  
time {PAUSE} is pressed. Press  
repeatedly to insert longer pauses. “P”  
is displayed when {PAUSE} is pressed.  
L When {*} is pressed, “$” is displayed.  
When {#} is pressed, “#” is displayed.  
Adding phone numbers to the  
speed dialler  
To erase a stored phone number  
Important:  
1 Press {PROGRAM} 2 times.  
L Before storing phone numbers, make  
2 Press the desired dial key ({0} to {9}).  
sure the base unit is not being used.  
L The base unit will beep.  
1 Press {PROGRAM}.  
L The IN USE indicator will flash.  
Calling someone with the speed  
dialler  
2 Enter the phone number (max. 32  
digits).  
1 Press {SP-PHONE}.  
L If a pause is required for dialling,  
press {PAUSE} where needed.  
L If you misdial, press {STOP} and  
2 Press {AUTO}.  
repeat from step 1.  
3 Press the desired dial key ({0} to {9}).  
L The stored phone number will be  
3 Press {PROGRAM}.  
dialled.  
4 Press a dial key ({0} to {9}).  
Note:  
L The base unit will beep.  
L Speed dial numbers stored in the base  
unit can only be dialled from the base  
unit.  
L To store other phone numbers, repeat  
from step 1.  
Note:  
L If a phone number is stored in a dial key  
which already contains a phone number,  
the old number will be erased.  
L We recommend you make a note of  
which phone numbers are stored in  
which dial keys.  
PAUSE button (for PBX/long distance  
service users)  
A pause is sometimes required when  
making calls using a PBX or long distance  
service.  
For example, if you need to dial the line  
access number “9” with a PBX:  
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Caller ID Service  
L If the unit is connected to a PBX system,  
caller information may not be received  
properly. Consult your PBX supplier.  
Using Caller ID service  
This unit is Caller ID compatible. To use  
Caller ID features, you must subscribe to  
your telephone company’s Caller ID  
service.  
L If the name display service is available in  
your area, the display will show callers’  
names. For further information, please  
contact your telephone company.  
Caller ID features  
Call waiting and Caller ID  
compatible  
If you subscribe to Caller ID service, your  
handset displays the 2nd caller’s  
information while talking. After you hear a  
call waiting tone, the caller’s phone  
number will be displayed.  
You can answer the 2nd call, keeping the  
1st call on hold.  
Follow Telstra or your service provider  
instructions using {RECALL}.  
When an outside call is being received, the  
calling party’s phone number will be  
displayed.  
Phone numbers for the last 50 different  
callers will be logged in the caller list,  
allowing you to return missed calls. Caller  
information is stored by the most recent  
call to the oldest.  
L When Caller ID information is received  
and it matches a phone number stored  
in the phonebook:  
– The stored name will be displayed and  
logged in the caller list. (Private name  
display)  
L If the phone number is stored in the  
phonebook with its name, the caller’s  
name will also be displayed.  
L Please contact Telstra or your service  
provider for details and availability in  
your area.  
– The handset will use the ringer tone  
and the ringer indicator colour you  
assigned to the caller. (Ringer ID and  
light-up ID)  
For Caller ID Type II users  
L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL  
only):  
When you receive a 2nd call during a  
conversation, you will hear a signal tone  
following the call waiting tone and the  
conversation will be interrupted or  
muted for a short period of time. This is  
not a fault of the product as these events  
are normal.  
When Caller ID information is received  
and it matches a phone number stored  
in the phonebook, the handset will  
display the picture you assigned to the  
caller. (Picture ID)  
L While listening to a message recorded  
by the answering system, using the  
handset, you can call back the caller  
without having to dial the phone number  
(page 64).  
L The tones are generated by the  
telephone company.  
L If the unit cannot receive caller  
information, the following will be  
displayed:  
Out of area”: The caller dialled from  
an area which does not provide Caller ID  
service.  
Private caller”: The caller  
requested not to send caller information.  
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will not be announced. The  
announcement is heard at the ringer  
volume (page 25, 49).  
Talking Caller ID  
This feature allows you to know who is  
calling without looking at the display. When  
a call comes in, the handset and base unit  
will announce the caller’s name displayed  
on the handset following every ring.  
To use this feature, you must subscribe to  
your telephone company’s Caller ID  
service.  
L If this feature is turned off, caller names  
will not be announced (page 55, 58).  
L Usually the unit will announce the  
caller’s name after the 2nd ring. If you  
turn on the answering system, and set  
the ring count to “2” (page 68), the unit  
will not announce the caller’s name. If  
Toll saver” is selected, and there is  
a new message, the unit will not  
Important:  
L If Caller ID information is received and it  
matches a phone number stored in the  
phonebook or if the name display  
service is available in your area, the  
caller’s name will be displayed and  
announced.  
announce the caller’s name.  
L If an outside call is received while on an  
intercom call between the handset and  
base unit, the other handsets will ring,  
but the caller’s name will not be  
announced.  
L If the caller’s phone number is stored in  
the phonebook of the extension number  
1 handset, all handsets and the base  
unit will announce the name stored in  
that phonebook following every ring.  
L The name announced by the Talking  
Caller ID feature will be different from  
the names displayed on the other  
extension handsets (2 to 8) if the name  
is stored differently in each phonebook.  
L If the unit does not receive Caller ID  
information, the unit will announce “Call  
from out of area” or “Call from private  
caller”.  
L Name pronunciation may vary. This  
feature may not pronounce all names  
correctly.  
L The unit will announce each letter of  
abbreviations, such as “Co.” and “Inc.”.  
L Caller ID supports names of up to 15  
letters. If the caller’s name has more  
than 15 letters, the name will not be  
displayed or announced correctly.  
L Your unit may mute one or more rings in  
order to announce the name of the  
caller. Talking Caller ID takes  
precedence over ringing.  
L If the ringer volumes of the handset and  
base unit are turned off, caller names  
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Light-up ID  
Ringer ID and light-up ID  
You can assign a different ringer indicator  
colour to each caller in the phonebook.  
Select “Color1” (amber), “Color2”  
(blue), “Color3” (green), or  
Multicolor”.  
If you select “No Light-upID” (default),  
the unit will use the ringer colour you set on  
page 51 when a call is received from that  
caller.  
This feature can help you identify who is  
calling by using different ringers and ringer  
indicator colours for different callers stored  
in the phonebook. You can assign a  
different ringer and indicator colour to each  
phonebook item. When a call is received  
from a caller stored in the phonebook, the  
ringer and indicator colour are used after  
Caller ID information is displayed.  
L The ringer and indicator colour may be  
changed after the 2nd ring.  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to display the desired item.  
Ringer ID  
You can assign a different ringer tone to  
each caller in the phonebook. If you select  
No Ringer ID” (default), the unit will use  
the ringer tone you set on page 49 when a  
call is received from that caller.  
3 Press {OPTION}.  
4 Press {2} to select “Light-up ID”.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired ringer indicator  
colour.  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
to display the desired item.  
Picture ID (Colour display  
models only)  
3 Press {OPTION}.  
4 Press {1} to select “Ringer ID”.  
Important:  
5 To select a tone or melody, scroll to  
Tone & Melody”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
L Only the KX-TGA582AL supports this  
feature.  
OR  
You can assign a picture to each caller in  
the phonebook. When a call is received  
from a caller stored in the phonebook, the  
picture is displayed after Caller ID  
information is received.  
To select a song, scroll to  
Customized ring”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
6 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired item.  
L The picture may be displayed after the  
2nd ring.  
There are 5 preset pictures.  
7 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Note:  
You can also download picture data for  
callers from a PC. Refer to the help section  
of the GIGARANGE USB Utility software  
for details. If you have not installed the  
GIGARANGE USB Utility software, refer to  
the included “Installation Guide for  
L To erase a song, see page 51 and 53. If  
you erase a song assigned to a caller,  
the Ringer ID assignment will be  
cancelled, and the handset ringer tone  
(page 49) will be used instead of that  
song.  
GIGARANGE USB Utility” for details.  
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Caller ID Service  
1 Press {C} (right soft key).  
Caller list  
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to display the desired item.  
Caller information for the last 50 different  
callers will be logged in the caller list. You  
can use this list to return missed calls.  
3 Press {OPTION}.  
4 Press {3} to select “Picture ID”.  
L Caller information includes phone  
numbers, the date and time of calls, and  
the number of times the caller called.  
5 To select a preset picture, scroll to  
Fixed data”, then press {SELECT}.  
OR  
Missed calls  
To select your original picture, scroll to  
User data”, then press {SELECT}.  
If a call is not answered, the unit treats the  
call as a missed call. The number of  
missed calls is shown on the handset  
display. This lets you know if you should  
view the caller list to see who called while  
you were out.  
6 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired picture.  
L To view the picture name, press  
{LIST}. To return to the picture, press  
{VIEW}.  
L If there are no items in the caller list,  
{CID} will not be displayed.  
7 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Viewing the caller list and  
calling back  
Note:  
L To cancel the Picture ID assignment,  
select “No data” in step 5, then press  
{SELECT}.  
1 Press {CID} (left soft key).  
L To erase your original picture, see page  
53. If you erase a picture assigned to a  
caller, the Picture ID assignment will be  
cancelled.  
2 Push the joystick down repeatedly to  
search from the most recent call, or up  
to search from the oldest call.  
L To exit the caller list, press {OFF}.  
3 Press {C} or {s}.  
Note:  
L Calling back will not be possible if the  
caller information does not include a  
phone number.  
L In some cases, you may have to edit the  
number before dialling.  
L Each handset has its own caller list. If  
you viewed the caller list or answered a  
call on one handset, the same  
information in the other handsets will be  
displayed as “missed calls”.  
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3 Press {SAVE}.  
Displayed symbols  
L Enter name” will be displayed.  
L If the same caller calls more than once, it  
will be displayed with the number (“×2”  
to “×9”). Only the date and time of the  
most recent call will be stored.  
L If the caller has name information, the  
name and phone number will be  
saved. Skip to step 6.  
L A Q is displayed next to items which  
have already been viewed or answered  
on this handset.  
4 Enter the name if necessary (see page  
26, step 3).  
5 Press {NEXT}, then press {SAVE}.  
L To continue storing other items,  
Editing a caller’s phone number  
before calling back  
repeat from step 2.  
You can edit a phone number in the caller  
list.  
6 Press {OFF}.  
Note:  
1 Press {CID} (left soft key).  
L If the caller information does not include  
a phone number, you cannot store it in  
the phonebook.  
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to display the desired item.  
3 Press {EDIT}.  
Erasing caller information  
4 Add or erase digits to the beginning of  
Erasing a selected item  
the number as necessary.  
L To add a digit, press the desired dial  
key.  
1 Press {CID} (left soft key).  
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
L To erase a digit, press {CLEAR} or  
{#}.  
to display the desired item.  
3 Press {CLEAR}.  
5 Press {C} or {s} to call back.  
L To erase other items, repeat from  
Note:  
step 2.  
L The edited phone number will not be  
saved in the caller list.  
L To exit the caller list, press {OFF}.  
Erasing all items  
Storing caller information into  
the phonebook  
Make sure that you have no missed calls.  
1 Press {CID} (left soft key).  
Items in the caller list can be stored into  
each handset’s phonebook.  
2 Press {ERASE} or {CLEAR}.  
L All erase?” will be displayed.  
L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.  
1 Press {CID} (left soft key).  
2 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
3 Press {YES}.  
to display the desired item.  
L To edit the number, press {EDIT}  
then edit the number (see “Editing a  
caller’s phone number before calling  
back”, step 4).  
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Intercom Features  
From the base unit to a handset  
Intercom  
1 Base unit:  
Intercom calls can be made between the  
handset and the base unit, and between  
the included handset and a compatible  
Panasonic handset (page 5).  
Call the desired unit by selecting the  
extension number (! to )), shown in the  
upper right of each handset’s display. The  
base unit’s extension number is 0.  
Press {INTERCOM}.  
2 To page a specified handset, press its  
extension number ({1} to {8}).  
OR  
To page all handsets, press {0}.  
L The handset(s) will beep for 1 minute.  
L To stop paging, press {SP-PHONE}  
L The base unit will display the paging or  
paged handset’s extension number  
(H1 to H8).  
or {INTERCOM}.  
3 Handset:  
Press {C}, {s}, or {INTERCOM} to  
answer the page.  
Note:  
L If you have difficulty hearing the other  
party while using the speaker, decrease  
the speaker volume.  
4 Base unit:  
When the paged party answers, speak  
into the MIC.  
L If you receive a phone call while talking  
on the intercom, you will hear 2 tones  
(page 56, 58). To answer the call with the  
handset, press {OFF}, then press {C}  
or {s}. To answer the call with the base  
unit, press {SP-PHONE} 2 times.  
5 Base unit:  
When finished talking, press {SP-  
PHONE} or {INTERCOM}.  
Note:  
L You can locate a misplaced handset by  
paging it. (Handset locator)  
L You cannot change the ringer tone for  
intercom calls.  
L If you page all handsets, only the  
handset user who answers first can talk  
with the base unit.  
From the handset to the base unit  
1 Handset:  
Press {INTERCOM}, then press {0}.  
From one handset to another handset  
L The base unit will beep for 1 minute.  
Example: When handset 1 calls handset 2.  
L To stop paging, press {OFF}.  
1 Handset 1:  
2 Base unit:  
Press {INTERCOM}, then press the  
handset’s extension number {2}  
(desired handset number).  
Press {SP-PHONE} or {INTERCOM}  
to answer the page.  
L The paged handset will beep for 1  
minute.  
3 Handset:  
When finished talking, press {OFF}.  
L To stop paging, press {OFF}.  
Note:  
2 Handset 2:  
L During an intercom call, the handset  
user can switch to the speaker by  
pressing {s}. To switch back to the  
receiver, press {C}.  
Press {C}, {s}, or {INTERCOM} to  
answer.  
3 When finished talking, press {OFF}.  
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Voice paging  
Transferring a call  
The base unit user can make a voice  
announcement that is heard through the  
speakers of all handsets.  
Outside calls can be transferred between  
the handset and the base unit, and  
between the handset and a compatible  
Panasonic handset (page 5).  
1 Press {INTERCOM}, then press {*}  
(A).  
L You will hear a ringback tone (2 short  
beeps) and the SP-PHONE indicator  
will flash.  
Transferring a call from the  
handset  
2 When the SP-PHONE indicator stops  
1 During an outside call, press  
flashing, speak into the MIC.  
{INTERCOM}.  
L All handset users will hear your voice  
L The call will be put on hold.  
through their speakers after it beeps.  
2 To page the base unit, press {0}.  
To page another handset, press its  
extension number ({1} to {8}).  
3 When finished, press {SP-PHONE} or  
{INTERCOM}.  
OR  
3 Wait for the paged party to answer.  
After one of the handsets answers, talk  
into the MIC. When finished talking,  
press {SP-PHONE} or {INTERCOM}.  
L The base unit user can answer by  
pressing {SP-PHONE} or  
{INTERCOM}.  
Note:  
L The paged handset user can answer  
by pressing {C}, {s}, or  
{INTERCOM}.  
L If there is no answer, press {C} or  
{s} to return to the outside call.  
L To answer the voice page with a  
handset, press {C}, {s}, or  
{INTERCOM}. Only the handset user  
who answers first can talk with the base  
unit user.  
4 To complete the transfer, press {OFF}.  
L A handset user can mute the current  
voice announcement by placing the  
handset on the base unit or charger, or  
by pressing {OFF}. Other handsets will  
continue to hear the announcement.  
Transferring a call without speaking to  
the paged party  
1 During an outside call, press  
L If a handset is too close to the base unit,  
you may hear feedback while making  
the voice announcement. Place the  
handset on the base unit or charger or  
press {OFF}.  
{INTERCOM}.  
2 To page the base unit, press {0}.  
To page another handset, press its  
extension number ({1} to {8}).  
L The announcement is heard at the  
handset ringer volume (page 49).  
3 Press {OFF}.  
L A handset cannot be paged when it is on  
L The outside call rings at the paged  
the base unit.  
unit.  
Note:  
L If the paged party does not answer the  
call, press {C} or {s} to return to the  
call. If not answered within 1 minute, the  
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call will ring at your handset again. If you  
still do not answer the call within 4  
minutes, the call will be disconnected.  
3 Press {SP-PHONE}.  
L The outside call rings at the paged  
handset(s).  
Note:  
Transferring a call from the base  
unit  
L If the paged party does not answer the  
call, press {SP-PHONE} to return to the  
call. If not answered within 1 minute, the  
call will ring at the base unit again. If you  
still do not answer the call within 4  
Important:  
L When you page all handsets, only the  
handset user who answers first can take  
the transferred call.  
minutes, the call will be disconnected.  
1 During an outside call, press  
Transferring a call to the  
answering system  
When you answer a call and the caller  
wants to talk to someone who is not  
available, you can transfer the caller to the  
answering system where the caller can  
leave a message.  
{INTERCOM}.  
L The call will be put on hold.  
2 To page a specified handset, press its  
extension number ({1} to {8}).  
To page all handsets, press {0}.  
To make a voice announcement to all  
handsets, press {*} (A), then speak  
into the MIC when the SP-PHONE  
indicator stops flashing.  
Tell the caller beforehand that you will  
transfer him or her to the answering  
system.  
1 Handset:  
3 Wait for the paged party to answer.  
Press {INTERCOM} during an outside  
L The paged handset user can answer  
by pressing {C}, {s}, or  
{INTERCOM}.  
call.  
OR  
Base unit:  
Press {TRANSFER} during an outside  
call.  
L If there is no answer, press  
{INTERCOM} to return to the outside  
call.  
L The call will be put on hold.  
4 To complete the transfer, press {SP-  
2 Press {9} to hang up the call.  
PHONE}.  
L After you press {9}, the caller will  
hear the greeting message, then the  
caller can leave a message (page  
60).  
Transferring a call without speaking to  
the paged party  
1 During an outside call, press  
{INTERCOM}.  
2 To page a specified handset, press its  
extension number ({1} to {8}).  
To page all handsets, press {0}.  
To make a voice announcement to all  
handsets, press {*} (A), then speak  
into the MIC when the SP-PHONE  
indicator stops flashing.  
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Using the base unit  
Conference calls  
1 During an outside call, press  
A conference call allows the handset and  
the base unit or a compatible Panasonic  
handset (page 5) to speak together with an  
outside party.  
{INTERCOM}.  
L The call will be put on hold.  
2 To page the desired handset, press its  
extension number ({1} to {8}).  
Using the handset  
3 When the paged party answers, press  
{CONF} on your base unit to establish  
a conference call.  
1 During an outside call, press  
{INTERCOM}.  
L To leave the conference, press {SP-  
PHONE}. The other parties can  
continue the conversation.  
L The call will be put on hold.  
2 To page the base unit, press {0}.  
To page another handset, press its  
extension number ({1} to {8}).  
Note:  
L The outside call can be put on hold by  
pressing {HOLD} during a conference  
call. Communications between  
extensions are not suspended. Only the  
person who placed the call on hold can  
resume the conference by pressing  
{CONF}.  
L One more extension can join the  
conference call. To join the conference  
call using a handset, press {C} or {s}.  
3 When the paged party answers, press  
{CONF} on your handset to establish a  
conference call.  
L Conference” will be displayed.  
L To leave the conference, press  
{OFF}. The other parties can  
continue the conversation.  
Note:  
L The outside call can be put on hold by  
pressing {HOLD} during a conference  
call. Communications between  
extensions are not suspended. Only the  
person who placed the call on hold can  
resume the conference by pressing  
{CONF}.  
L One more extension can join the  
conference call. To join a conference call  
using the base unit, press {SP-  
PHONE}. To join using a handset, press  
{C} or {s}. A maximum of 4 parties  
can join a conference call.  
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.  
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Intercom Features  
Monitoring a room  
Room monitor  
Important:  
This feature allows you to listen in on a  
room where the handset or base unit is  
located. The monitored extension will not  
ring, allowing you to easily monitor, for  
example, a baby’s room from different  
areas of the house. If you want to prevent  
your unit from being monitored by other  
extensions, leave this feature OFF  
(default).  
L Before monitoring, make sure the unit to  
be monitored is not in use.  
L The handset to be monitored must be off  
the base unit.  
L If you receive a phone call while  
monitoring a room, you will hear 2 tones  
(page 56, 58). To answer the call with the  
handset, press {OFF}, then press {C}  
or {s}. To answer the call with the base  
unit, press {SP-PHONE} 2 times.  
Setting room monitor  
Monitoring with the handset  
Turning on/off the handset’s room  
monitor feature  
This allows the handset to be monitored.  
1 Press {INTERCOM}, then press  
{MONITOR}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 To call the base unit, press {0}.  
To call another handset, press its  
extension number ({1} to {8}).  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
L Your handset will start to monitor the  
room through the destination unit.  
3 Scroll to “Room monitor”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
L To monitor from the speaker, press  
{s}. To switch back to the receiver,  
press {C}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “On” or “Off”.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
3 To end monitoring, press {OFF}.  
L The base unit user can stop being  
monitored by pressing {INTERCOM}  
or {SP-PHONE}. The monitored  
handset user can stop being  
Turning on/off the base unit’s room  
monitor feature  
This allows the base unit to be monitored.  
This feature must be set by using the  
handset.  
monitored by pressing {OFF}.  
Note:  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
L The monitored handset displays “Room  
monitor”.  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Scroll to “Room monitor”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “On” or “Off”.  
6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
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Monitoring with the base unit  
1 Press {INTERCOM}, then press  
{MUTE}.  
2 To call the desired handset, press its  
extension number ({1} to {8}).  
L The base unit will start to monitor the  
room through the handset.  
3 To end monitoring, press {INTERCOM}  
or {SP-PHONE}.  
L The monitored handset user can stop  
being monitored by pressing {OFF}.  
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.  
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Guide to handset programming  
For your reference, a chart of all programmable functions is printed below. Details for each  
item can be found on the corresponding pages. To programme, press {MENU} (centre of  
joystick), push the joystick up, down, left, or right to scroll through the menu, and press  
{SELECT} when the desired menu item or setting is displayed.  
Important:  
L Before programming, make sure the handset and base unit are not being used. The  
handset must be operated near the base unit and while off the base unit or charger.  
L You can also programme features using “direct commands”—special codes that take  
you directly to the feature you wish to programme and allow you to select the desired  
setting (page 46).  
During programming:  
L To exit programming, press {OFF} at any time.  
L To go to next page, press {NEXT}.  
L To go back to the top of the menu, press {TOP}.  
L To go back to the previous menu, press {BACK}, or push the joystick left.  
Monochrome display models: KX-TG5871AL and KX-TGA580AL only  
Main menu  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Page  
63  
69  
68  
68  
67  
69  
49  
49  
50  
51  
28  
Answering device  
J
Message playback  
Message alert  
*1  
Ring count  
*1  
Recording time  
*1  
Remote code  
*1  
Call screening  
Ringer setting  
K
Ringer volume  
Ringer tone  
Customize ring  
Ring color  
Phonebook  
P
Function  
M
Voice enhancer  
52  
52  
*1  
Dial lock  
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Main menu  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Page  
55  
55  
41  
56  
56  
56  
56  
57  
57  
58  
41  
58  
77  
56  
57  
59  
58  
19  
59  
Initial setting  
N
Talking CallerID  
Set area code  
Room monitor  
LCD contrast  
Key tone  
Auto talk  
Interrupt tone  
Set base unit  
*1  
Ringer volume  
*1  
Ringer tone  
*1  
Interrupt tone  
*1  
Room monitor  
*1  
Talking CallerID  
*1  
Set tel line  
Registration  
Set dial mode  
*1  
Set recall time  
*1  
Set line mode  
HS registration  
Deregistration  
*1  
Set date & time  
O
Date and time  
*1  
Time adjustment  
Colour display models: KX-TGA582AL only  
Main menu  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Page  
63  
69  
68  
68  
67  
69  
49  
49  
50  
51  
54  
55  
55  
Answering device  
J
Message playback  
Message alert  
*1  
Ring count  
*1  
Recording time  
*1  
Remote code  
*1  
Call screening  
Ringer setting  
K
Ringer volume  
Ringer tone  
Customize ring  
Ring color  
Display setting  
L
Wallpaper  
Appearance  
LCD contrast  
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Main menu  
Sub-menu 1  
Sub-menu 2  
Page  
52  
52  
53  
55  
55  
41  
56  
56  
56  
57  
57  
58  
41  
58  
77  
56  
57  
59  
58  
19  
59  
Function  
M
Voice enhancer  
*1  
Dial lock  
Memory status  
Talking CallerID  
Set area code  
Room monitor  
Key tone  
Initial setting  
N
Auto talk  
Interrupt tone  
Set base unit  
*1  
Ringer volume  
*1  
Ringer tone  
*1  
Interrupt tone  
*1  
Room monitor  
*1  
Talking CallerID  
*1  
Set tel line  
Registration  
Set dial mode  
*1  
Set recall time  
*1  
Set line mode  
HS registration  
Deregistration  
*1  
Set date & time  
O
Date and time  
*1  
Time adjustment  
*1 If you programme these settings using one of the handsets, you will not need to  
programme the same item using another handset.  
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Programmable Settings  
Programming via direct commands  
You can also programme features using “direct commands”—special codes that take you  
directly to the feature you wish to programme and allow you to select the desired setting.  
There is no need to scroll through the unit’s menus.  
Details of each feature can be found on the corresponding pages.  
Important:  
L Before programming, make sure the handset and base unit are not being used. The  
handset must be operated near the base unit and while off the base unit or charger.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick), then press {#}.  
Enter direct No.  
:
2 Enter the desired feature code (shown below).  
3 Enter the desired setting code (shown below).  
L This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed.  
4 Press {SAVE}.  
5 Press {OFF} to exit programming mode.  
Note:  
L If the handset beeps 3 times, you entered an invalid code. Enter the correct code.  
L If you make a mistake or enter the wrong code, press {OFF} then start again by  
pressing {MENU}.  
Direct commands chart  
Important:  
L The default settings are indicated by *.  
Feature  
Feature code  
Setting code  
Page  
Date and time  
{1} {0} {1}  
Enter date and time.  
(Default: 31.12.2005)  
19  
Set dial mode  
Set recall time  
{1} {2} {0}  
See page 77.  
77  
56  
{1} {2} {1}  
{1}: 700 ms {2}: 600 ms  
{3}: 400 ms {4}: 300 ms  
{5}: 250 ms {6}: 110 ms  
{7}: 100 ms* {8}: 90 ms  
Set line mode  
HS registration  
Deregistration  
{1} {2} {2}  
{1} {3} {0}  
{1} {3} {1}  
{1}: A {2}: B*  
57  
59  
58  
Go to step 5 on page 59.  
{3} {3} {5}  
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Feature  
Feature code  
Setting code  
Page  
LCD contrast  
(Handset)  
{1} {4} {5}  
{1}: Level 1 {2}: Level 2  
{3}: Level 3* {4}: Level 4  
{5}: Level 5 {6}: Level 6  
55,  
56  
Ringer volume  
(Handset)  
{1} {6} {0}  
{1}: Low {2}: Medium  
{3}: High* {0}: Off  
49  
49  
Ringer tone  
Tone & Melody  
(Handset)  
{1} {6} {1}  
Scroll to “Tone & Melody”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
{1}: Tone 1* {2}: Tone 2  
{3}: Tone 3 {4}: Melody 1  
{5}: Melody 2 {6}: Melody 3  
{7}: Melody 4  
Ringer tone  
Customised ring  
(Handset)  
{1} {6} {1}  
Go to step 4 on page 49.  
49  
Talking Caller ID  
(Handset)  
{1} {6} {2}  
{1} {6} {5}  
{1} {6} {6}  
{1}: On* {0}: Off  
{1}: On* {0}: Off  
See page 50.  
55  
56  
50  
Key tone  
(Handset)  
Customise ring  
(Handset)  
Auto talk  
{2} {0} {0}  
{1}: On {0}: Off*  
56  
56  
Interrupt tone  
(Handset)  
{2} {0} {1}  
{1}: On {2}: 2 times* {0}: Off  
Room monitor  
(Handset)  
{2} {0} {2}  
{1}: On {0}: Off*  
41  
68  
Ring count  
{2} {1} {1}  
{2}: 2 rings {3}: 3 rings  
{4}: 4 rings* {5}: 5 rings  
{6}: 6 rings {7}: 7 rings  
{0}: Toll saver  
Time adjustment  
Ring colour  
{2} {2} {6}  
{1}: Caller ID[auto]* {2}: Manual  
59  
51  
{2} {3} {5}  
{1}: Colour 1* {2}: Colour 2  
{3}: Colour 3 {4}: Multicolour  
Dial lock  
{2} {5} {1}  
{2} {5} {5}  
{2} {7} {0}  
{3} {0} {0}  
{3} {0} {5}  
Go to step 4 on page 52.  
Go to step 4 on page 55.  
{1}: On {0}: Off*  
52  
55  
52  
63  
68  
Set area code  
Voice enhancer  
Message playback  
Recording time  
{1}: 1 minute {2}: 2 minutes  
{3}: 3 minutes* {0}: Greeting only  
Remote code  
{3} {0} {6}  
Enter remote code.  
(Default: 11)  
67  
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Feature  
Feature code  
{3} {1} {0}  
{3} {4} {0}  
Setting code  
Page  
69  
Call screening  
Message alert  
{1}: On* {0}: Off  
{1}: On {0}: Off*  
69  
Ringer volume  
(Base unit)  
{*} {1} {6} {0} {1}: Low {2}: Medium  
57  
{3}: High* {0}: Off  
Ringer tone  
(Base unit)  
{*} {1} {6} {1} {1}: Tone 1* {2}: Tone 2  
{3}: Tone 3 {4}: Melody 1  
{5}: Melody 2 {6}: Melody 3  
{7}: Melody 4  
57  
Talking Caller ID  
(Base unit)  
{*} {1} {6} {2} {1}: On* {0}: Off  
58  
58  
41  
Interrupt tone  
(Base unit)  
{*} {2} {0} {1} {1}: On {2}: 2 times* {0}: Off  
{*} {2} {0} {2} {1}: On {0}: Off*  
Room monitor  
(Base unit)  
Direct commands chart (Colour display models: KX-TGA582AL only)  
Feature  
Feature code  
{1} {8} {1}  
{1} {8} {2}  
Setting code  
Page  
54  
Wallpaper  
Appearance  
Go to step 4 on page 54.  
{1}: Colour 1* {2}: Colour 2  
55  
{3}: Colour 3 {4}: Colour 4  
Memory status  
{6} {7} {0}  
Confirm memory status.  
53  
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Programmable Settings  
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.  
Ringer settings K  
Handset ringer volume  
4 levels (high/medium/low/off) are  
available.  
Important:  
L You can record songs for the handset  
ringer tone from an audio device. See  
“Recording songs from an audio device  
for ringer tones” on page 50.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.  
L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL  
only):  
3 Scroll to “Ringer volume”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
You can download songs (in wave file  
format) for the handset ringer tone from  
a PC. For information on using this  
feature, refer to the help section of the  
GIGARANGE USB Utility software for  
details. If you have not installed the  
GIGARANGE USB Utility software, refer  
to the included “Installation Guide for  
GIGARANGE USB Utility” for details.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired volume.  
L To turn the ringer off, push the joystick  
down repeatedly until “Off ?” is  
displayed.  
5 Press {SAVE}.  
Note:  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
L When the ringer volume is set to off, the  
handset will not ring for outside calls.  
The handset will ring at the low level for  
intercom calls.  
2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Ringer tone”, then press  
L When the ringer volume is set to off, the  
handset will not announce caller names  
(page 33).  
{SELECT}.  
4 To select a tone or melody, scroll to  
Tone & Melody”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
OR  
To select a song, scroll to  
Customized ring”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired item.  
L If the ringer volume has been turned  
off, the handset will not ring.  
6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Note:  
L If you select a melody or a song, the  
ringer will continue to sound for several  
seconds if:  
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– the caller hangs up before you answer  
the call.  
1 Connect the audio device to the  
handset using the included audio cable.  
– another person answers the call using  
another phone connected on the  
same line.  
Audio device  
(such as a stereo  
component,  
CD player, or PC)  
Audio jack  
L The preset song “Demo1” in this product  
is used with permission of © 2005 Speed  
Crazy.  
L The preset song “Demo2” in this product  
is used with permission of © 2005 M-  
ZoNE Co., Ltd.  
Headphone  
output, line  
level output,  
etc.  
Recording songs from an audio  
device for ringer tones  
(Customise ring)  
Example:  
Audio cable  
You can record songs (max. 30 seconds  
each) from an audio device by connecting  
the included audio cable. These songs can  
be assigned as the handset ringer tone  
(page 49) and the ringer ID (page 34) for  
phone numbers stored in the phonebook.  
2 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
3 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.  
4 Scroll to “Customize ring”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
Important:  
5 Scroll to “Record”, then press  
L If a call is received while the audio cable  
is connected to the handset, disconnect  
the audio cable from the handset and  
answer the call, or you and the caller will  
not hear each other’s voice.  
{SELECT}.  
L The remaining recording time will be  
displayed.  
6 Press play on the audio device.  
L If a call is received while a song is being  
recorded or played back, recording or  
playback will stop automatically. If  
recording, the partially recorded song  
will be saved. The caller will hear the  
song being played and you and the  
caller will not be able to hear each  
other’s voice until you disconnect the  
audio cable from the handset.  
L For better sound quality, increase the  
volume on the audio device.  
L To adjust the handset speaker  
volume, push the joystick up or down  
repeatedly.  
7 Press {REC.} to start recording.  
8 To stop recording, press {STOP}.  
L To listen to the recording, scroll to  
Playback”, then press {SELECT}.  
L To re-record, scroll to “Retry”, press  
{SELECT}, then start from step 7.  
9 Scroll to “Save”, then press {SELECT}.  
10 Enter the desired name (max. 15  
characters, page 27).  
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11 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
L If the erased song was assigned to  
certain callers (Ringer ID, page 34), the  
Ringer ID assignment will be cancelled,  
and the handset ringer tone (page 49)  
will be used instead of that song.  
12 Disconnect the audio cable from the  
handset.  
Note:  
L KX-TG5871AL and KX-TGA580AL only:  
The total recording time is 90 seconds.  
Changing the name of a song  
L KX-TGA582AL only:  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.  
Recorded songs are stored in the same  
memory storage space as downloaded  
pictures. If no pictures are stored in the  
memory, the total recording time is about  
7 minutes. Therefore, depending on the  
data size of the pictures you  
downloaded, the total recording time will  
change. To confirm the handset memory  
for songs and pictures, see page 53.  
3 Scroll to “Customize ring”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
4 Scroll to “Rename”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired song.  
Playing back a song  
6 Press {RENAME}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.  
7 Edit the name (max. 15 characters,  
page 27).  
8 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
3 Scroll to “Customize ring”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
Ring colour  
4 Scroll to “Playback”, then press  
You can change the ringer indicator colour  
used when an outside call is received.  
Select “Color1” (amber), “Color2”  
(blue), “Color3” (green), or  
{SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired song.  
Multicolor”.  
6 Press {PLAY}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
L The song will be replayed for 1  
minute.  
2 Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}.  
7 Press {STOP}, then press {OFF}.  
3 Scroll to “Ring color”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
Erasing a song  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired ringer indicator  
colour.  
While the song is selected or playing,  
press {ERASE} or {CLEAR}, then press  
{YES}.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Note:  
L If the erased song was used for the  
handset ringer (page 49), “Tone 1”  
(default) will be used instead of that  
song.  
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4 Enter a 4-digit password.  
L This password is required when  
turning dial lock off. We recommend  
writing the password down.  
Function M  
Voice enhancer  
You can turn the voice enhancer feature on  
or off.  
5 Press {SAVE}.  
6 Press {YES}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
L Dial lock on” will be displayed.  
2 Scroll to M, then press {SELECT}.  
7 Press {OFF}.  
3 Scroll to “Voice enhancer”, then  
Note:  
press {SELECT}.  
L If dial lock is turned on, the handset  
displays “Dial lock”. While there are  
missed calls or new messages, “Dial  
lock” is not displayed.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “On” or “Off”.  
L When turned on, W will be  
displayed.  
To turn dial lock off  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to M, then press {SELECT}.  
Dial lock  
This feature prohibits making outside calls.  
You can turn dial lock on or off for all units  
using a handset.  
3 Scroll to “Dial lock”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Enter the same password that was  
Important:  
entered when dial lock was turned on.  
L When dial lock is turned on, only  
phone numbers stored in the  
phonebook as emergency numbers  
(numbers stored with a # at the  
beginning of the name) can be dialled  
using the phonebook (page 26). We  
recommend storing emergency  
numbers in the phonebook before  
using this feature.  
5 Press {SAVE}.  
6 Press {YES}.  
L Dial lock off” will be displayed.  
7 Press {OFF}.  
Note:  
L If you forget the password, consult your  
nearest Panasonic service centre.  
L When dial lock is turned on, you cannot  
store, edit, or erase items in the  
phonebook.  
To turn dial lock on  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to M, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Dial lock”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
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Note:  
Memory status (Colour display  
models only)  
L Data files are retained even if the  
handset battery is removed or  
discharged.  
Important:  
L Only the KX-TGA582AL supports this  
feature.  
Erasing a picture or song  
1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Memory status”.  
2 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
You can confirm the amount of handset  
memory used for your pictures, wallpaper  
patterns, and songs.  
A maximum of 126 individual files can be  
stored in memory (in addition to the preset  
pictures and songs).  
Depending on the size of each file, the  
number of files which can be stored will  
decrease.  
3 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “1 wallpaper”, “1 picture  
ID”, or “1 Custom ring”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired item.  
Memory usage  
L To view the name of picture, press  
{LIST}. To return to the picture, press  
{VIEW}.  
Memory  
used  
File type  
Quantity  
Wallpaper  
Picture ID  
1 pattern  
1 %  
5 Press {ERASE}.  
3 patterns  
1 %  
L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.  
Song  
(customised  
ring)  
30 seconds 7 %  
6 Press {YES}.  
L To continue erasing additional data,  
repeat from step 4.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
7 Press {OFF}.  
2 Scroll to M, then press {SELECT}.  
Erasing all pictures or songs  
3 Scroll to “Memory status”, then press  
1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Memory status”.  
2 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
{SELECT}.  
Example:  
Used:47%  
Wallpaper:10  
Picture ID:6  
Custom ring:5  
Total= 21/126  
3 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “All wallpapers”, “All  
picture ID”, or “All Custom  
ring”, then press {SELECT}.  
47% of memory used  
10 wallpaper patterns stored  
6 pictures stored  
L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.  
5 songs stored  
Total 21 files stored  
4 Press {YES}.  
L To continue erasing additional data,  
repeat from step 3.  
4 Press {OFF}.  
5 Press {OFF}.  
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7 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Display setting L  
(Colour display models  
only)  
Note:  
L The preset patterns “Wallpaper1” and  
Wallpaper2” in this product are used  
with permission of © 2005 Digital  
Archive Japan, Inc.  
Important:  
L The preset pattern “Wallpaper3” in this  
product is used with permission of  
© 2005 MIXA Co., Ltd.  
L Only the KX-TGA582AL supports these  
features.  
L If you have missed calls or new  
messages, the selected wallpaper  
pattern will not be displayed while the  
handset is off the base unit or charger.  
The display will indicate that you have  
missed calls or new messages instead.  
Wallpaper  
You can select the “wallpaper” pattern  
shown on the display in standby mode.  
There are 3 preset patterns.  
You can also download your original  
pictures from a PC. Refer to the help  
section of the GIGARANGE USB Utility  
software for details. If you have not  
installed the GIGARANGE USB Utility  
software, refer to the included “Installation  
Guide for GIGARANGE USB Utility” for  
details.  
Erasing a picture from the “User data”  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to L, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Wallpaper”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
4 Scroll to “Set picture”, then press  
2 Scroll to L, then press {SELECT}.  
{SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Wallpaper”, then press  
5 Scroll to “User data”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
{SELECT}.  
4 Scroll to “Set picture”, then press  
6 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
{SELECT}.  
to select the desired picture.  
L To turn the wallpaper feature off,  
select “Turn off”. The display  
colour will change to the colour you  
selected for colour (see “Handset  
display colour” on page 55).  
7 Press {CLEAR}.  
L To cancel erasing, press {NO}.  
8 Press {YES}.  
L To erase another picture, repeat from  
5 To select a preset pattern, scroll to  
Fixed data”, then press {SELECT}.  
OR  
step 6.  
9 Press {OFF}.  
To select your original picture, scroll to  
User data”, then press {SELECT}.  
Note:  
L If the erased picture was selected for the  
wallpaper, “Wallpaper1” (default) will  
be used instead of that picture.  
6 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired pattern.  
L To view the picture name, press  
{LIST}. To return to the picture, press  
{VIEW}.  
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Handset display colour  
(Appearance)  
Initial setting N  
You can select the desired display colour.  
Handset Talking Caller ID  
You can turn the Talking Caller ID feature  
(page 33) on or off for the handset.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to L, then press {SELECT}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
3 Scroll to “Appearance”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
3 Scroll to “Talking CallerID”, then  
to select the desired colour.  
press {SELECT}.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “On” or “Off”.  
Handset LCD contrast  
You can adjust the handset display  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
contrast. There are 6 levels.  
Storing your area code  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
We recommend storing your area code  
before using Caller ID (page 32). Calls  
from the same area will be recorded in the  
caller list without the area code. You do not  
have to remove it before calling back the  
caller or storing in the phonebook.  
2 Scroll to L, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “LCD contrast”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
to select the desired setting.  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
3 Scroll to “Set area code”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Enter your area code (max. 8 digits).  
L To correct a digit, use the joystick to  
move the cursor, then press  
{CLEAR}. Enter the correct number.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
To erase your area code  
Press and hold {CLEAR} in step 4, press  
{SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
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Programmable Settings  
3 Scroll to “Auto talk”, then press  
Handset LCD contrast  
(Monochrome display models  
only)  
{SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “On” or “Off”.  
Important:  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
L Only the KX-TG5871AL and KX-  
TGA580AL support this feature.  
Note:  
L If you subscribe to Caller ID service and  
want to view the caller’s information on  
the handset display after lifting up the  
handset to answer a call, turn off this  
feature.  
You can adjust the handset display  
contrast. There are 6 levels.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
Handset interrupt tone  
3 Scroll to “LCD contrast”, then press  
This tone lets you know when you receive  
a call while you are on an intercom call or  
monitoring a room.  
2”: The tone will sound 2 times.  
On”: The tone will sound for as long as the  
line rings.  
{SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired setting.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Off”: Turns this feature off.  
Handset key tone  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
You can select whether or not key tones  
are heard when keys are pressed.  
Includes confirmation tones and error  
tones.  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Interrupt tone”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired setting.  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
3 Scroll to “Key tone”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
Recall time  
The recall time depends on your telephone  
exchange or host PBX.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “On” or “Off”.  
You can select: “90ms” (milliseconds),  
100ms”, “110ms”, “250ms”, “300ms”,  
400ms”, “600ms”, or “700ms”.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Auto talk  
When this feature is turned on, you can  
answer a call by lifting the handset off the  
base unit or charger without pressing  
{C}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Set tel line”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
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Programmable Settings  
Base unit settings  
These features can be set by using the  
handset.  
4 Scroll to “Set recall time”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired setting.  
Base unit ringer volume  
You can also adjust the base unit ringer  
volume from the base unit (page 25).  
6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Note:  
L You can access Telstra’s “EASY CALL”  
service by having the recall time set at  
100 ms, and then follow Telstra’s “EASY  
CALL” instructions to operate this  
service.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
L If the unit is connected via a PBX, certain  
PBX functions (call transferring, etc.)  
may not work correctly. Consult your  
PBX supplier for the correct setting.  
4 Scroll to “Ringer volume”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired volume.  
Line mode  
L To turn the ringer off, push the joystick  
down repeatedly until “Off ?” is  
displayed.  
The line mode is preset to “B” and  
generally should not be adjusted. If  
S on the handset is not displayed  
and the IN USE indicator on the base unit  
does not light properly when another  
phone connected to the same line is in  
use, the line mode selection is incorrect.  
Set line mode to “A”.  
6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Base unit ringer tone  
You can also change the base unit ringer  
tone from the base unit (page 25).  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Set tel line”, then press  
3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
{SELECT}.  
4 Scroll to “Set line mode”, then press  
4 Scroll to “Ringer tone”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
{SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired setting.  
to select the desired setting.  
6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
L If the ringer volume has been turned  
off, the base unit will not ring.  
6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
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Programmable Settings  
Base unit interrupt tone  
Cancelling 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  
This tone lets you know when you receive  
a call while you are on an intercom call or  
monitoring a room.  
2”: The tone will sound 2 times.  
On”: The tone will sound for as long as the  
line rings.  
registration from the current base unit.  
Off”: Turns this feature off.  
Important:  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
L Before cancelling, make sure the base  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
unit is not being used.  
L Have the handset and base unit near  
each other when cancelling the handset.  
3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
4 Scroll to “Interrupt tone”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
3 Scroll to “Registration”, then press  
to select the desired setting.  
{SELECT}.  
6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
4 Scroll to “Deregistration”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
Base unit Talking Caller ID  
5 Enter {3} {3} {5}.  
You can turn the Talking Caller ID feature  
(page 33) on or off for the base unit.  
6 Press {OK}.  
L The handset’s extension number (!  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
to )) will disappear from the display.  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
L If the handset beeps 3 times, you  
entered a wrong code. Enter “335”,  
then press {OK}.  
3 Scroll to “Set base unit”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Scroll to “Talking CallerID”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
5 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “On” or “Off”.  
6 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
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Programmable Settings  
Registering the handset  
Set date & time O  
If you want to use the handset with a  
different base unit of the same model,  
register it to that base unit. The handset  
will be given a new extension number of  
that base unit.  
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. To turn this  
feature on, select “Caller ID[auto]”.  
To turn off, select “Manual”.  
Important:  
L Before registering, make sure the base  
unit and the other handsets are not  
being used.  
L Have the handset and base unit near  
each other when registering the  
handset.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to O, then press {SELECT}.  
L If you have already cancelled the  
handset registration at the previous  
base unit, start from step 5.  
3 Scroll to “Time adjustment”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “Manual” or “Caller  
ID[auto]”.  
1 Handset:  
Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to N, then press {SELECT}.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
3 Scroll to “Registration”, then press  
Note:  
{SELECT}.  
L To use this feature, set the date and time  
manually first (page 19).  
4 Scroll to “HS registration”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
5 Base unit:  
Press and hold {INTERCOM} until the  
CHARGE indicator flashes.  
L After the CHARGE indicator starts  
flashing, the rest of the procedure  
must be completed within 1 minute.  
6 Handset:  
Press {OK} (right soft key), then wait  
until the handset beeps.  
L Registration is complete.  
L The handset’s new extension number  
(! to )) will be displayed.  
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Answering System Features  
Answering system  
Recording your greeting  
message  
The unit contains an answering system  
which can answer and record calls for you  
when you are unavailable to answer the  
phone.  
For details about memory capacity, see  
page 65.  
You can record your own greeting  
message (max. 2 minutes) that will be  
played when the answering system  
answers a call. If you do not record a  
greeting message, a pre-recorded  
greeting message will be used.  
Important:  
Sample greeting message: This is (your  
name). We are unable to answer the  
phone right now. Please leave a message  
after the beep. Thank you.”  
L Only 1 person can access the answering  
system (listen to messages, record a  
greeting message, etc.) at a time.  
L When callers leave messages, the unit  
records the day and time of each  
message. Make sure the date and time  
have been set (page 19).  
{GREETING REC}  
{GREETING CHECK}  
L You can select the caller’s recording  
time (page 68).  
{STOP}  
MIC  
1 Press {GREETING REC}.  
L The unit announces “To record  
greeting, press record again.”  
2 Within 10 seconds, press {GREETING  
REC} again.  
3 After the unit beeps, speak clearly  
about 20 cm away from the MIC.  
L The display will show the elapsed  
recording time.  
4 To stop recording, press {GREETING  
REC} or {STOP}.  
Note:  
L If the greeting message is less than 1  
second long, the unit beeps 6 times and  
announces, “Your greeting was not  
recorded. Record your greeting again.”  
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Answering System Features  
To play back the greeting message  
Press {GREETING CHECK}.  
Turning the answering  
system on/off  
Erasing your greeting message  
Press {GREETING CHECK}, and then  
press {ERASE} while your greeting  
message is playing.  
{ANSWER ON}  
ANSWER ON indicator  
{V}, {^}  
L If you do not re-record your greeting  
message, the unit will use a pre-  
recorded greeting message.  
Pre-recorded greeting message  
If you do not record a greeting message,  
one of 2 pre-recorded messages will be  
played when a call is received depending  
on the caller’s recording time (page 68).  
Press {ANSWER ON}.  
L When the answering system is turned  
on, the ANSWER ON indicator lights  
and the unit announces “Answer set”  
and the day and time.  
– When the recording time is set to  
1min”, “2min”, or “3min”:  
Hello, we are not available now. Please  
leave your name and phone number  
after the beep. We will return your call.”  
L When the answering system is turned  
off, the ANSWER ON indicator turns off  
and the unit announces “Answer off”.  
– When the recording time is set to  
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}.  
Screening your calls  
While a caller is leaving a message, you  
can listen to the call through the base unit’s  
speaker. To adjust the speaker volume,  
press {^} or {V} repeatedly.  
You can answer the call by pressing {SP-  
PHONE} on the base unit. To answer the  
call using the handset, press {C} or {s}.  
Note:  
L To turn the speaker volume off while  
screening a call, decrease the speaker  
volume to “0” by pressing {V}.  
L To turn this feature off, see page 69.  
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Note:  
L The display shows the message number  
during playback.  
Listening to messages  
When new messages have been  
recorded:  
L During playback, the unit will announce  
the day and time that each message  
was recorded. (Voice time/day stamp)  
– The MESSAGE indicator on the base  
unit will flash.  
L At the end of the last message, the unit  
– The message indicator on the handset  
will flash slowly if the message alert  
feature is turned on (page 69).  
announces “End of final message”.  
L While listening to messages using the  
handset, the IN USE indicator on the  
base unit lights.  
The base unit display will show the number  
of messages (old and new) recorded by  
the answering system.  
Example: The total number of recorded  
messages is 10.  
To adjust the speaker volume  
9 levels (high to off) are available. Press  
{^} or {V} repeatedly while using the  
answering system.  
Repeating a message  
Press {<} while listening to the  
message.  
L If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a  
message, the previous message will be  
played.  
Listening to messages using  
the base unit  
Skipping a message  
MESSAGE indicator  
Press {>} to play the next message.  
{MESSAGE}  
{V}, {^},  
{STOP}  
{ERASE}  
Pausing message playback  
Press {STOP}.  
{<}, {>}  
L To resume playback, press  
{MESSAGE}.  
L To stop playback completely, press  
{STOP} again.  
Erasing a specific message  
Press {ERASE} while listening to the  
message you want to erase.  
Press {MESSAGE}.  
L The unit will announce the number of  
new messages and will play back the  
new messages.  
Erasing all messages  
L When you have no new messages, the  
unit will announce “No new messages.  
All message playback”, and will play  
back all messages.  
1 Press {ERASE} while the base unit is  
not being used.  
L The unit will announce “To erase all  
messages, press ERASE again.”  
2 Within 10 seconds, press {ERASE}  
again.  
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L The unit will announce “No  
messages. All message playback”,  
messages”.  
and will play back all messages.  
L After the last message is played  
back, the unit’s voice guidance starts.  
Follow the guidance as necessary.  
Note:  
L Caller information for the erased  
messages will remain in the caller list.  
3 Press {OFF} when finished.  
Listening to messages using  
the handset  
Note:  
L Adjust the speaker or receiver volume  
by pushing the joystick up or down.  
L You can also play back messages as  
follows:  
Press {MENU} (centre of joystick),  
press {SELECT} at J, then press  
{SELECT} at “Message playback”.  
L At the end of the last message, the unit  
announces “End of final message”.  
{OFF}  
Repeating a message  
Push the joystick left while listening to the  
message.  
{MENU}  
L If pushed within the first 5 seconds of a  
message, the previous message will be  
played.  
When new messages have been  
recorded, “New message” is displayed.  
Skipping a message  
Push the joystick right to play the next  
message.  
L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL  
only): If you have both new messages  
and missed calls and you selected a  
wallpaper pattern to be shown on the  
display (page 54), the handset will not  
display “New message” while it is on the  
base unit or charger.  
Voice guidance  
If you do not press any buttons after the  
last message is played back, the unit’s  
voice guidance starts. Operate the  
answering system by following the  
guidance as necessary.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
The unit will announce “Press 4 to play  
back new messages. Press 5 to play back  
all messages.”  
2 Press {PLAY}.  
L The unit will announce the number of  
new messages, and will play back the  
new messages.  
L You can press buttons for other  
playback options (page 64) even if the  
voice guidance has started.  
L To switch to the receiver and to listen  
to the messages with privacy, press  
{C}. You can switch back to the  
speaker by pressing {s}.  
L If you do not press any button within 10  
seconds after the voice guidance, the  
handset returns to standby mode.  
L When you have no new messages,  
the unit will announce “No new  
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Answering System Features  
Answering system commands  
You can also operate the answering  
system by pressing dial keys.  
To use the following commands, press  
{MENU} (centre of joystick), then press  
{PLAY}.  
Recording a voice memo  
You can use the base unit to leave a voice  
memo (voice message) for yourself or  
someone else (max. 3 minutes). Voice  
memos can be played back later with the  
same operation used to play back  
answering system messages.  
Key  
Command  
{1}  
Repeat message (during  
playback)  
*1  
1 Press {MEMO}.  
{2}  
Skip message (during  
playback)  
2 After the unit beeps, speak clearly  
about 20 cm away from the MIC.  
{4}  
{5}  
{8}  
{9}  
{0}  
Play new messages  
Play all messages  
L The display will show the elapsed  
recording time.  
Turn answering system on  
3 To stop recording, press {MEMO} or  
*2  
{STOP}.  
Stop playback  
Turn answering system off  
Note:  
{CLEAR} Erase this message (during  
or {*}{4} playback)  
L Voice memos are treated as new  
messages.  
L If your memo message is less than 1  
second long, the unit beeps 6 times and  
announces, “Your message was not  
recorded. Record your message again.”  
{*}{5}  
Erase all messages  
*1 If pressed within the first 5 seconds of a  
message, the previous message will be  
played.  
*2 To resume operation, press a command  
key within 15 seconds, or the voice  
guidance will start.  
L When voice memos are played on the  
handset, “MEMO” will be displayed.  
Calling back (Caller ID subscribers  
only)  
If Caller ID information was received for  
the call, you can call the caller back while  
listening to a message.  
Press {CALL} during playback.  
Note:  
L To edit the number before calling back,  
press {EDIT} and edit the number (page  
36). Press {CALL}, {C}, or {s}.  
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Answering System Features  
Memory capacity  
Remote operation  
The total recording capacity (including  
your greeting message, caller messages,  
and voice memos) is about 16 minutes. A  
maximum of 64 messages (including a  
greeting message) can be recorded.  
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  
press certain dial keys to perform different  
operations.  
L If message memory becomes full:  
E flashes on the base unit.  
– the ANSWER ON indicator flashes  
rapidly (if the answering system is  
turned on).  
– the unit announces “Memory full”  
when operating the answering  
system.  
Important:  
L In order to operate the answering  
system remotely, you must first set a  
remote code (page 67). This code must  
be entered each time you operate the  
answering system remotely.  
To record additional messages, erase  
unnecessary messages.  
Using the answering system  
remotely  
L If less than 3 minutes of recording time is  
available, the unit will announce the  
remaining recording time when  
1 Dial your phone number from a touch  
operating the answering system.  
tone phone.  
L Messages are retained even if a power  
failure occurs. All messages are saved  
until you erase them. (Flash memory  
message backup)  
L If the ring count is set to “Toll  
saver” (page 68), the number of  
rings you hear will indicate whether or  
not you have new messages.  
L The total recording capacity may be  
reduced by the calling party’s  
background noise.  
2 After the greeting message starts, enter  
your remote code.  
L The unit will announce the number of  
new messages, and will play back the  
new messages.  
Note:  
L If message memory becomes full, the  
unit will automatically switch to the  
Greeting only” mode. New  
messages will not be recorded. If you  
have recorded your own greeting  
message, that same greeting message  
will be announced to callers even though  
their messages will not be recorded. If  
you have not recorded your own  
greeting message, the pre-recorded  
message used for “Greeting only”  
mode will be announced to callers (page  
61).  
3 After 3 seconds, the voice guidance will  
start. Follow the voice guidance as  
necessary.  
4 When finished, hang up.  
Note:  
L When you press a key, press firmly.  
L You can hang up at any time.  
L You can ignore the voice guidance and  
control the unit using remote  
commands.  
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Answering System Features  
Voice guidance  
Remote commands  
During remote operation, the unit’s voice  
guidance will prompt you to press {1} to  
perform a specific operation, or press {2}  
to listen to more available operations.  
Operations are presented by voice  
guidance in the following order:  
You can press dial keys to access certain  
answering system functions without  
waiting for the voice guidance to prompt  
you.  
Key  
Remote command  
{1}  
Repeat message (during  
playback)  
– Play back all messages  
– Play back new messages  
– Record a message  
*1  
{2}  
Skip message (during  
playback)  
– Erase all messages  
{4}  
{5}  
{7}  
{9}  
{0}  
Play new messages  
Play all messages  
– Record your greeting message  
Note:  
Record a greeting message  
L If you do not press any dial keys within  
10 seconds after a voice guidance  
prompt, the unit will announce, “Thank  
you for your call” then disconnect your  
call.  
*2  
Stop (recording, playback)  
Turn answering system off  
{*}{4} Erase this message (during  
playback)  
L If less than 3 minutes of recording time is  
available, the unit will announce the  
remaining recording time after the last  
message is played back.  
{*}{5} Erase all messages  
*1 If pushed within the first 5 seconds of a  
message, the previous message will be  
played.  
*2 To resume operation, enter a remote  
command within 15 seconds, or the  
voice guidance will start.  
L If the unit announces “Memory full”,  
erase unnecessary messages.  
Turning on the answering system  
remotely  
If the answering system is off, you can turn  
it on remotely.  
1 Dial your phone number.  
2 Let the phone ring 15 times.  
L The unit will answer your call with the  
greeting message.  
L You can hang up, or if you call from a  
touch tone phone, you can enter your  
remote code and begin remote  
operation (page 65).  
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Answering System Features  
Skipping the greeting message to leave  
a message  
Answering system  
You can leave a message just as any  
outside caller can. Call your phone  
number, then press {*} to skip the  
greeting message and record your  
message after the beep.  
settings J  
Remote code  
A remote code must be entered when  
operating the answering system remotely.  
This code prevents unauthorised parties  
from listening to your messages remotely.  
Store any 2-digit number (00–99).  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Remote code”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Select the desired remote code by  
entering a 2-digit number (00–99).  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Note:  
L To confirm the remote code, repeat  
steps 1 to 3. Press {OFF} when finished.  
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Answering System Features  
To use this service you will be required  
to leave your answering machine off on  
your unit.  
This will allow the Voice Mail to receive  
any messages.  
This unit does not have a visual indicator  
to indicate if there are new messages in  
your Voice Mail service. Your Service  
Provider may use a “Stutter” dial tone to  
indicate that you have Voice Mail left.  
Ring count  
You can change the number of times the  
phone rings before the unit answers calls.  
You can select 2 to 7 rings or “Toll  
saver”.  
Toll saver”: The unit answers on the  
2nd ring when new messages have been  
recorded, and on the 4th ring when there  
are no new messages. If you call your  
phone from outside to listen to new  
messages (page 65), you will know that  
there are no messages when the phone  
rings for the 3rd time. You can then hang  
up without being charged for the call.  
L To use the unit’s answering machine  
rather than the Voice Mail service  
provided by your Service Provider,  
please consult your Service Provider to  
have it removed or deactivated  
permanently or temporarily.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
Alternatively you can leave this service  
connected and change the “Ring  
count” to a shorter duration on your unit  
so your unit’s answering machine can  
pick up the call prior to the Voice Mail  
provided by your Service Provider.  
2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Ring count”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired setting.  
Note:  
L Provider Voice Mail can capture  
messages that can be missed while the  
customer is on the Internet.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Note:  
L Usually the unit will announce the  
caller’s name after the 2nd ring. If you  
turn on the answering system, and set  
the ring count to 2 rings, the unit will not  
announce the caller’s name. If “Toll  
saver” is selected, and there is a new  
message, the unit will not announce the  
caller’s name.  
Caller’s recording time  
You can change the maximum message  
recording time allotted to each caller.  
1min”, “2min”, or “3min”: Caller  
messages are limited to 1 minute to 3  
minutes.  
Greeting only”: The unit plays the  
greeting message but does not record  
caller messages.  
For Telstra Homeline service  
subscribers  
To receive Voice Mail and use answering  
system properly, please note the following:  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.  
L “Voice Mail” is a service provided by  
your Service Provider. You will need to  
first subscribe or activate this service  
through your Service Provider. Consult  
your Service Provider on how to operate  
this service and how you will be notified  
that you have messages on your Voice  
Mail.  
3 Scroll to “Recording time” then  
press {SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select the desired setting.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
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Answering System Features  
Message alert  
You can select whether or not the  
message indicator on the handset will  
flash when new messages have been  
recorded (page 62).  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Message alert”, then press  
{SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “On” or “Off”.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
Note:  
L The message indicator will not flash for  
new messages while the handset is in  
use.  
L While message alert is on, battery  
operating time will be shortened (page  
13).  
Turning call screening on/off  
While a caller is leaving a message, you  
can screen the call through the base unit  
speaker.  
1 Press {MENU} (centre of joystick).  
2 Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}.  
3 Scroll to “Call screening”, then  
press {SELECT}.  
4 Push the joystick up or down repeatedly  
to select “On” or “Off”.  
5 Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}.  
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Wall mounting  
The base unit can be mounted on a wall.  
1 Connect the AC adaptor.  
Fasten the AC adaptor cord.  
Hook  
To power  
outlet  
2 Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor (1).  
Connect the telephone line cord (2).  
1
2
3 Insert the hooks on the wall mounting adaptor into the holes (A) and (B) on the base  
unit.  
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4 Adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit, then push it in the direction of the arrow until  
it clicks into place.  
5 Drive the screws (not included) into the wall using the wall mount template (see below).  
Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide it down.  
L Raise the antennas.  
Screws  
83 mm  
To telephone plug  
connected to socket  
Wall mount template for the base unit  
83 mm  
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To remove the wall mounting adaptor  
While pushing down the release levers (1), remove the adaptor (2).  
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Belt clip  
Headset (optional)  
You can hang the handset on your belt or  
pocket using the included belt clip.  
Connecting an optional headset to the  
handset allows hands-free phone  
conversations. Please use only a  
Panasonic headset. See page 5 for the  
compatible headset and ordering  
information.  
To attach the belt clip  
To connect an optional headset to the  
handset  
To remove the belt clip  
While pressing the top of the clip (1), pull  
the right edge in the direction of the arrow  
(2).  
Headset jack  
2
1
Note:  
L Only telecommunications compliance  
labelled headsets should be plugged  
into the headset jack on the handset.  
L To switch to the speakerphone, press  
{s}. To return to the headset, press  
{C}.  
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Error messages  
If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages will be displayed on the  
handset.  
Display message  
Cause & solution  
Busy  
L The called handset or base unit is in use.  
L Privacy mode is on for the call you tried to join (page  
22).  
L The handset you tried to copy phonebook items to is in  
use.  
L The handset you are calling is too far from the base unit.  
Denied  
L The room monitor feature is turned off on the  
destination handset or base unit and the room cannot  
be monitored (page 41).  
L The called handset is on the base unit. The handset  
must be off the base unit to be monitored.  
Dial locked  
Error!!  
L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 52.  
L When you tried to register or deregister the handset, the  
handset and the base unit could not link for some  
reason, such as interference from electrical appliances.  
Move the handset and the base unit away from the  
electrical appliances and try again.  
L If more than one handset is in use, you may not be able  
to register/deregister. Try again later.  
L Another handset tried to send phonebook items to you  
but there was an error. Have the other handset user re-  
send the items to you (page 29).  
L The entered password was wrong in programming dial  
lock. Enter the correct password.  
Error!!  
L 8 handsets have already been registered to the base  
unit. To cancel a handset’s registration, see page 58.  
L You may have registered one of your handsets to  
another base unit without deleting its registration to this  
base unit. Erase the handset’s registration from the  
base unit.  
All handsets  
registered.  
Maximum is 8.  
Base unit:  
(1) Press and hold {INTERCOM} until the CHARGE  
indicator flashes, and (2) Press and hold the handset’s  
extension number {1} to {8} that you do not want for 5  
seconds. A long beep sounds, then the handset  
number is erased.  
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Display message  
Cause & solution  
---Incomplete---  
Tom Jones  
0555654321  
Phonebook full  
(The name/number is an  
example.)  
L When phonebook items were sent to another handset,  
the handset’s phonebook memory was full and copying  
stopped. Press {OFF} to exit. Erase items from another  
handset’s phonebook (page 28). When phonebook  
memory is available, you can copy all phonebook items  
(page 30) or individual items one by one (page 29).  
---Incomplete---  
Tom Jones  
0555654321  
L The destination handset is out of area.  
L The destination handset user may have pressed {C}  
or {s}.  
(The name/number is an  
example.)  
Invalid  
L There is no handset registered to the base unit  
matching the extension number you entered.  
L You selected your own extension number.  
L You cannot rename the preset song.  
Invalid.  
L The handset you tried to call has not been registered to  
Please register  
to the base unit  
the base unit. Register the handset (page 59).  
Memory full  
L There is no space in memory to record new songs.  
Erase unnecessary songs.  
No items stored  
L Your phonebook or redial list is empty.  
L Colour display models (KX-TGA582AL only):  
User data” is empty. You can download your original  
data for the wallpaper and picture ID from a PC. Refer  
to the help section of the GIGARANGE USB Utility  
software for details.  
No link to base.  
Move closer to  
base, try again.  
L The handset has lost communication with the base unit.  
Move closer to the base unit, and try again.  
L Confirm that the base unit’s AC adaptor is plugged in.  
L Raise the base unit antennas.  
L The handset’s registration may have been cancelled.  
Re-register the handset (page 59).  
Not erasable  
L You cannot erase the preset song.  
Phonebook full  
L There is no space to store new items in the phonebook.  
Erase unnecessary items (page 28).  
Please lift up and  
try again.  
L A handset button was pressed while the handset was  
on the base unit or charger. Lift the handset and press  
the button again.  
System is busy.  
Please try again  
later.  
L The handset has lost communication with the base unit.  
Move closer to the base unit, and try again.  
L Other units are in use and the system is busy. Try again  
later.  
L Another user is listening to messages. Try again later.  
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Troubleshooting  
General use  
Problem  
Cause & solution  
The unit does not work.  
L Make sure that the battery is installed correctly (page  
12).  
L Check the connections (page 11).  
L Fully charge the battery (page 13).  
L Clean the charge contacts and charge again (page 13).  
L Unplug the base unit’s AC adaptor to reset the unit.  
Reconnect the adaptor and try again.  
L The handset has not been registered to the base unit.  
Register the handset (page 59).  
L Re-install the battery (page 12) and fully charge it.  
The display shows “No  
link to base. Move  
closer to base, try  
again.” and an alarm  
tone sounds.  
L The handset has lost communication with the base unit.  
Move closer to the base unit, and try again.  
L Confirm that the base unit’s AC adaptor is plugged in.  
L Raise the base unit antennas.  
L The handset’s registration may have been cancelled.  
Re-register the handset (page 59).  
I cannot hear a dial tone.  
L Confirm that the telephone line cord is connected (page  
11).  
L Disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect  
a known working telephone. If the working telephone  
operates properly, contact our service personnel to  
have the unit repaired. If the working telephone does  
not operate properly, contact your telephone company.  
The handset displays the  
incorrect time.  
L The handset has lost communication with the base unit  
(because the base unit’s AC adaptor is not connected  
or the handset is out of range). Confirm that the base  
unit’s AC adaptor is connected and move the handset  
closer to the base unit.  
Programmable settings  
Problem  
Cause & solution  
I cannot programme  
items.  
L Programming is not possible while the handset and  
base unit are being used.  
L Do not pause for over 1 minute while programming.  
L Move closer to the base unit.  
L While another user is listening to messages or the  
answering system is answering a call, you cannot  
programme. Try again later.  
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Problem  
Cause & solution  
While programming, the  
handset starts to ring.  
L A call is being received. Answer the call and start again  
from the beginning after hanging up.  
I cannot record,  
L The battery power is low. Fully charge the battery (page  
download, or erase  
songs, and “Recharge  
battery” is displayed.  
I cannot download or  
erase pictures, and  
Recharge battery” is  
displayed.  
13) and try again.  
Making/answering calls, Intercom  
Problem  
Cause & solution  
Static is heard, sound  
cuts in and out.  
L Move the handset and the base unit away from other  
electrical appliances.  
Interference from other  
electrical units.  
L Move closer to the base unit.  
L Raise the base unit antennas.  
L Turn on the clarity booster feature (page 22).  
L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with ADSL  
service, we recommend connecting a noise filter  
between the base unit and the telephone line jack.  
Contact your ADSL provider for details.  
The handset and base  
unit do not ring.  
L The ringer volume is turned off. Adjust it (page 25, 49).  
I cannot make a call.  
L If the base unit (including answering system) or another  
handset is in use, you may not be able to make a call.  
Try again later.  
L While listening to messages using the handset, you  
cannot make a call. Exit by pressing {OFF}.  
L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 52.  
L If the above remedies do not solve the problem, set the  
dialling mode. Press {MENU} {#} {1} {2} {0} {SAVE}  
{OFF}.  
L The unit is not designed to be used with rotary (pulse  
dialling) services.  
I cannot redial by  
pressing {REDIAL}.  
L If the last number dialled was more than 48 digits long,  
the number will not be redialled correctly.  
L If you press {REDIAL} after you have started dialling,  
this button functions as the {PAUSE} button. To redial,  
do not dial any numbers before pressing {REDIAL}.  
L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 52.  
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Problem  
Cause & solution  
I cannot have a  
conversation using the  
headset.  
L Make sure that an optional headset is connected  
properly (page 73).  
L If “SP-phone” is displayed on the handset, press {C}  
to switch to the headset.  
L Use only the Panasonic KX-TCA88AL headset.  
I cannot page the  
L The called handset is too far from the base unit.  
handset or base unit.  
L The called unit is in use. Try again later.  
I cannot make a voice  
announcement.  
L Other handsets are in use. Try again later.  
I cannot turn the clarity  
booster feature on.  
L Another handset is already using this feature. Only one  
handset can use this feature.  
L If 3 handsets are on a conference call with an outside  
party, this feature cannot be used by any of the  
handsets.  
Phonebook  
Problem  
Cause & solution  
I cannot store an item in  
the phonebook.  
L You cannot store an item in the phonebook while the  
handset is in talk, speakerphone or intercom mode, or  
while listening to messages.  
L Do not pause for over 1 minute while storing.  
L Dial lock is turned on. To turn it off, see page 52.  
While storing an item in  
the phonebook, the  
L A call is being received. Answer the call and start again  
from the beginning after hanging up.  
handset starts to ring.  
Copying stopped with an  
item displayed.  
L The destination handset may have lost communication  
with the base unit, or the destination handset user may  
have pressed {C} or {s}.  
The displayed phonebook item was not copied to the  
handset. Press {OFF}. Confirm that the destination  
handset is in standby mode (i.e., not in use) and try  
again.  
The display exits the  
phonebook while  
searching.  
L The handset automatically exits after 1 minute of  
inactivity.  
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Caller ID  
Problem  
Cause & solution  
The handset does not  
display the caller’s phone  
number.  
L You have not subscribed to Caller ID service. Contact  
your telephone company to subscribe.  
L If your unit is connected to any additional telephone  
equipment such as a Caller ID box or wireless  
telephone jack, disconnect the unit from the equipment  
and plug the unit directly into the wall jack.  
L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with ADSL  
service, we recommend connecting a noise filter  
between the base unit and the telephone line jack.  
Contact your ADSL provider for details.  
L Other telephone equipment may be interfering with this  
unit. Disconnect the other equipment and try again.  
L The caller requested not to send caller information  
(page 32).  
L If a call is being transferred to you, the caller information  
will not be displayed.  
The handset or base unit  
does not announce the  
displayed caller names.  
L The handset or base unit’s ringer volume is turned off.  
Adjust it (page 25, 49).  
L The Talking Caller ID feature is turned off. Turn it on  
(page 55, 58).  
L Caller names will usually be announced after the 2nd  
ring.  
L The ring count for the answering system is set to “2” or  
Toll saver”. Select a different setting (page 68).  
The handset or base unit  
does not announce the  
displayed caller’s name  
correctly.  
L Name pronunciation may vary. This feature may not  
pronounce all names correctly.  
L The handset or base unit will announce each letter of  
abbreviations, such as “Co.” and “Inc.”.  
L Caller ID supports a name of up to 15 letters. If the  
caller’s name has more than 15 letters, the name will  
not be announced correctly.  
The display exits the  
L The handset automatically exits after 1 minute of  
caller list while searching.  
inactivity.  
The handset display does  
not indicate that you have  
new messages or missed  
calls, even though you  
do.  
L If the wallpaper feature is turned on, the wallpaper  
pattern is displayed when you press {OFF} 2 times. To  
display “New message” or the number of missed calls  
again, press {MENU} then {OFF}.  
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Answering system  
Problem  
Cause & solution  
I cannot listen to  
messages from a remote  
location.  
L A touch tone phone is required for remote operation.  
L Press the remote code correctly and press each key  
firmly (page 65).  
L The answering system is off. Turn it on (page 66).  
E flashes and the  
ANSWER ON indicator  
flashes rapidly. No new  
messages are recorded.  
L Message memory is full. Erase unnecessary messages  
(page 62).  
The unit does not record  
new messages.  
L The answering system is turned off. Turn it on (page 61,  
66).  
L The recording time is set to “Greeting only”. Select  
1min”, “2min”, or “3min” (page 68).  
L Message memory is full. Erase unnecessary messages  
(page 62).  
L If you subscribe to the Voice Mail service, messages  
are recorded by the telephone company not your  
telephone. Change the unit’s “Ring count” setting so  
that the unit’s answering system can answer the call  
before the Voice Mail service or consult your telephone  
company (page 68).  
I cannot operate the  
answering system.  
L Someone is operating the answering system.  
L If someone is talking on a conference call, you cannot  
operate the answering system. Try again later.  
During message  
L A call is being received. Answer the call and start again  
playback, the unit rings  
and cancels playback.  
from the beginning after hanging up.  
The message indicator  
on the handset flashes  
slowly.  
L New messages have been recorded. Listen to the new  
messages (page 62) or turn the message alert off (page  
69).  
When you play back  
messages or turn on the  
answering system, the  
base unit and handset  
announce the day and  
time incorrectly.  
L Set the date and time again (page 19).  
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Battery recharge  
Problem  
Cause & solution  
L Fully charge the battery (page 13).  
Recharge battery” is  
displayed, 3 flashesor  
the handset beeps  
intermittently.  
Charge for 6 HRS”  
and 4 are displayed  
and the handset does not  
work.  
L The battery has been discharged. Fully charge the  
battery (page 13).  
I charged the battery fully,  
but “Recharge  
battery” is still  
L Clean the charge contacts and charge again (page 13).  
L The battery may need to be replaced (page 14). If you  
install a new battery, fully charge it (page 13).  
displayed and/or 3  
continues to flash, or  
Charge for 6 HRS”  
and 4 are displayed.  
The CHARGE indicator  
does not go out after the  
battery has been  
charged.  
L This is normal.  
The handset display is  
blank.  
L Confirm that the battery is properly installed.  
L Fully charge the battery (page 13).  
Power failure  
Problem  
Cause & solution  
The unit will not function.  
L This product is not designed to make calls in the event  
of a power failure. We recommend connecting a  
standard telephone to the same telephone line in the  
event that emergency calls need to be made during a  
power failure (page 11).  
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Instructions to customer  
Installation  
Attached to this apparatus is an approval label. This label is evidence that it is a “Permitted  
Attachment” which has been authorised to be connected to your telephone service.  
Conditions relating to connection and operation of this Permitted Attachment are  
contained in Telecommunications General By-Law 220 (5).  
You are authorised to install this Permitted Attachment yourself by plugging it into the line  
socket of any regular telephone. You may connect it in place of your existing telephone or  
to any spare telephone socket installed in your premises.  
To disconnect your existing telephone you must first remove its plug from the line socket.  
You can then insert the plug of your Permitted Attachment into the socket and use your  
equipment.  
If the plug of your existing telephone cannot be readily removed, you will have to remove  
the screw securing it. To do this proceed as follows:  
1. Loosen screw “A” sufficiently to remove the socket cover. (See Fig. 1.)  
2. Remove screw “B” and withdraw the plug. (See Fig. 2.)  
3. Replace screw “B”. (See Fig. 3.) Ensure that it screws completely into the socket  
recess. (If the screw is too long, increase the hole depth or replace the screw with one  
5 mm shorter.)  
4. Replace socket cover and tighten screw “A”. (See Fig. 4.)  
SOCKET  
PLUG  
SCREW  
“B”  
SCREW “A”  
Fig. 2  
Fig. 1  
TELEPHONE CORD  
Connect to the PLUG  
as shown in Fig. 1.  
(
)
SCREW “A”  
SCREW “B”  
SOCKET  
Fig. 4  
Fig. 3  
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If you are satisfied with the operation of your telephone service after plugging in your  
Permitted Attachment, your installation is completed.  
You will be unable to connect this Permitted Attachment if your telephone service consists  
only of a wall phone or an old style telephone which is not connected by means of a  
modern plug and socket. In such cases a new socket will need to be installed.  
Should the Permitted Attachment not operate when plugged into a socket, it is either faulty  
or unsuitable for operation with your telephone service. It should be returned to the store  
where purchased or an Authorised Service Centre.  
Service difficulties  
If at any time a fault occurs on your telephone service, carry out the following checks  
before you call for service:  
L Disconnect the Permitted Attachment and try using the service with the normal  
telephone.  
L If the telephone service then operates satisfactorily, the fault is in your Permitted  
Attachment. Leave the Permitted Attachment disconnected and report the fault to its  
supplier or agent to arrange for repair.  
L If when using the telephone the service is still faulty, report the fault to “Service  
Difficulties and Faults” for attention.  
You are required to keep this Permitted Attachment in good working order while it is  
connected to your telephone service. Its construction or internal circuit must not be  
modified in any way without permission.  
WARNING:  
This cordless telephone system does not incorporate provision for secrecy of  
conversations. Appropriately tuned radio equipment and other cordless telephone  
systems in close proximity may be used by a third party to monitor and possibly interrupt  
conversations in progress when this system is on radio operation.  
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L The illustrations in these instructions  
may vary slightly from the actual  
product.  
Specifications  
Base unit  
Operating environment:  
5 °C – 40 °C  
Frequency:  
5.76 GHz – 5.84 GHz  
Dimensions:  
Approx. height 96 mm x width 210 mm x  
depth 157 mm  
Mass (Weight):  
Approx. 405 g  
Power consumption:  
Standby: Approx. 2.6 W  
Maximum: Approx. 5.5 W  
Power supply:  
AC adaptor (230–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)  
Handset  
Operating environment:  
5 °C – 40 °C  
Frequency:  
5.76 GHz – 5.84 GHz  
Dimensions:  
Approx. height 173 mm x width 48 mm x  
depth 33 mm  
Mass (Weight):  
Approx. 168 g  
Power supply:  
Ni-MH battery (3.6 V, 830 mAh)  
Security codes:  
1,000,000  
Note:  
L Design and specifications are subject to  
change without notice.  
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Index  
D Date and time: 19  
Deregistration: 58, 74  
Dial lock: 52  
Index  
Display  
Base unit: 17  
Handset: 17  
Display colour: 55  
A Accessories: 5  
Accessory handset: 7  
Answering calls  
Base unit: 25  
Handset: 24  
E
F
Emergency numbers: 26  
Answering system: 60  
Appearance: 55  
Area code: 55  
Audio cable: 50  
Auto talk: 24, 56  
Erasing all messages: 62, 64, 66  
Erasing a message: 62, 64, 66  
Erasing songs and pictures: 53  
Error messages: 74  
Function menu  
Direct commands: 46  
Table: 43  
B Backlit display: 18  
Backlit handset keypad: 18  
Base unit location: 10  
Battery  
G GIGARANGE USB Utility: 26, 34, 49,  
54  
Charge: 13  
Installation: 12  
Performance: 13  
Replacement: 14  
Strength: 13  
Greeting message: 60  
H Handset locator: 37  
Headset, optional: 73  
Hold: 21, 23  
I
Intercom  
Call: 37  
Paging: 37  
Interrupt tone  
Base unit: 58  
Handset: 56  
Belt clip: 73  
Booster (Clarity booster): 22  
C Caller ID service: 32  
Caller list  
Calling back: 35  
Editing: 36  
Erasing: 36  
J
Joystick: 16  
K Key tone: 56  
Storing: 36  
L
LCD contrast: 55, 56  
Light-up ID: 34  
Line mode: 57  
Listening to messages  
Base unit: 62  
Handset: 63  
Viewing: 35  
Call screening: 61, 69  
Call share: 22, 24  
Call waiting Caller ID: 32  
Call waiting tone: 32  
Chain dial: 29  
Touch tone phone: 65  
CID (Caller ID): 35  
CONF (Conference): 40  
Conference calls: 40  
Connections  
M Making calls  
Base unit: 23  
Handset: 20  
MEMO: 64  
AC adaptor: 11  
Telephone line cord: 11  
Controls  
Base unit: 15  
Memory capacity: 65  
Memory status: 53  
Message alert: 69  
Microphone  
Handset: 16  
Copy phonebook: 29, 30  
Customised ring: 49  
Customise ring: 50  
Base unit: 23, 60  
Handset: 20  
Mute: 21, 23  
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Index  
N Noise: 10  
Troubleshooting  
Answering system: 80  
Battery recharge: 81  
Caller ID: 79  
P
Pause: 22, 31  
Phonebook  
Adding: 26  
General use: 76  
Calling: 27  
Making/answering calls, Intercom:  
77  
Phonebook: 78  
Copying: 29, 30  
Editing: 28  
Erasing: 28  
Power failure: 81  
Programmable settings: 76  
Names: 27  
Option: 34  
Picture ID: 34  
Power failure: 11, 81  
Privacy feature: 22  
V
VE (voice enhancer): 21  
Voice enhancer: 21, 52  
Voice guidance: 63, 66  
Voice memo: 64  
Voice paging: 38  
Volume control  
Base unit: 23, 57, 62  
Handset receiver: 20  
Handset speaker: 20  
R RECALL button: 22, 24  
Recall time: 56  
Recording time: 68  
Redial: 20, 23  
Redial list: 21  
Registration: 59  
Remote code: 67  
Remote operation: 65  
Ring colour: 51  
Ring count: 68  
Ringer ID: 34  
W Wall mounting: 70  
Wallpaper: 54  
Ringer off  
Base unit: 25, 57  
Handset: 24, 49  
Ringer tone  
Base unit: 25, 57  
Handset: 49  
Ringer volume  
Base unit: 25, 57  
Handset: 49  
Room monitor: 41  
S
T
Safety instructions: 8  
Soft keys: 18  
Specifications: 84  
Speed dialler: 31  
SP-phone  
Base unit: 23  
Handset: 20  
Talking Caller ID  
Base unit: 33, 58  
Handset: 33, 55  
Time adjustment: 59  
Toll saver: 68  
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Notes  
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Manufacturer:  
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