Panasonic KXTG5471 Operations Instructions

5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Answering SystemOperating InstructionsModel No. KX-TG5471Pulse-or-tone dialing capabilityThe unit is Caller ID compatible. T

Displays10Base unit1“ ” indicates the base unit ringer is off (p. 20).2“ ” flashes when no new messages can be recorded. Erase unnecessary messages

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System11For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationInstallationConnections•USE ONLY WITH

Installation12Installing the Battery in the HandsetInsert the battery (1), and press it down until it snaps into the compartment (2). Close the cover.

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System13InstallationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationRechargeRecharge the batte

14Programmable SettingsProgramming Guidelines The unit has several programmable functions which can be selected from the function menu on the display

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System15Programmable SettingsFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationFunction Menu Tab

Programmable Settings16Date and Time We recommend you set the date and time so that the unit will announce the day and time each message was recorded

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System17Programmable SettingsFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationDisplay Language

Programmable Settings18Line Mode The line mode is preset to “B” and generally should not be adjusted. If “ ” is not displayed on the handset properly

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System19Programmable SettingsFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationRinger VolumeYou

2Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone.Please read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 86 before use. Read and understa

Programmable Settings20Base unit ringer volume Make sure the base unit is not being used.To set the ringer volume to high (preset), medium, or low, pr

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System21Programmable SettingsFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationBase unit ringer

22Preparing the Answering SystemGreeting Message You can record a personal greeting message of up to 2 minutes. If you do not record your own message,

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System23Preparing the Answering SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationTo revie

Preparing the Answering System24Caller’s Recording Time You can select “1 minute”, “2 minutes”, “3 minutes” or “Greeting only” for the caller’s record

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System25Preparing the Answering SystemFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationNumber o

Preparing the Answering System26Recording Mode Two recording modes are available. The factory preset is “Standard recording (16 min)”, which provides

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation27For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemMaking CallsUsing the Handset 1 Press

Making Calls28To dial after confirming the entered number1. Enter a phone number.• If you misdial, press the soft key ( ). Enter the correct phone num

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation29Making CallsFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemVoice Enhancer Technology

3For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)For Best PerformanceBattery chargeThe handset is powered by a rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-

Making Calls30Using the Base Unit • To switch to the handset while using the base unit speakerphone:— If the handset is off the base unit, press [C] o

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation31For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemAnswering CallsWhen a call is received

32Caller ID ServiceThis unit is compatible with Caller ID services offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to Caller ID, caller names and

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation33Caller ID ServiceFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemTalking Caller ID To

34Caller ID ServiceBase unit Talking Caller ID feature This feature must be turned on or off for the base unit by using the handset.Using the Caller L

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation35Using the Caller ListFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemViewing the Calle

Using the Caller List36Editing the Caller’s Phone Number You can edit a phone number in the Caller List by removing its area code and/or the long dist

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation37Using the Caller ListFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemCaller ID Number

Using the Caller List38Storing Caller Information in the Phone Book Caller names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List can be stored in the ph

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation39For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemPhone BookThe handset can store up to

4ContentsLocation of Controls . . . . . . . . . 6Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Con

Phone Book40Selecting characters to enter namesEnter names using the dialing buttons. Press each button until the desired character is displayed. • Pr

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation41Phone BookFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemDialing from the Phone Book

Phone Book42Chain Dial You can dial a combination of phone book or manual key pad entries while making a call. This feature can be used, for example,

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation43Phone BookFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemEditing an Item in the Phone

44Speed DialerStoring Phone Numbers You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the base unit. The dialing buttons ([0] to [9]) function as memory station

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation45For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemIntercomIntercom calls can be made bet

Intercom46Answering Intercom CallsWhen the handset is paged, it rings and the Ringer/Message Alert indicator flashes rapidly.• If the Auto Talk featur

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation47For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemTransferring a CallYou can transfer an

Transferring a Call48Quick call transferYou can transfer a call without waiting for the paged party to answer.From the to the 1. During a call, pres

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation49For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemConference CallsWhile you are talking

5ContentsFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone SystemPreparationIncoming Call Tone . . . . . .

50Special FeaturesMuting Your Conversation During a call, you can mute your phone so the other party cannot listen to you. When muting your conversati

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation51Special FeaturesFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemTemporary Tone Dialing

Special Features52FLASH Button Pressing [FLASH/CALL WAIT] allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call,

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation53Special FeaturesFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemIncoming Call Tone Dur

Special Features54Key Tone You can select whether or not the handset keys will sound tones (key tone, confirmation tone, error tone). The factory pres

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation55Special FeaturesFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemRe-registering the Han

56Mailbox FeaturesThe Answering System provides three voice mailboxes. You can share these mailboxes with other members of your family or office as yo

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation57Mailbox FeaturesFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemSetting the Mailbox Pa

58Automatic Answering OperationThe Answering System allows the unit to answer calls with a greeting message. Callers can then leave a message in a mai

Telephone System Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation59For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Listening to MessagesUsing the Base U

6Location of ControlsBase unitAntenna (p. 3)Antenna (p. 3)MIC (Microphone) (p. 30)[SP-PHONE] (Speakerphone) Button and Indicator (p. 30)[HOLD] Button

Listening to Messages60Using the Handset (Remote Operation) If “ ” flashes, there are new messages. If there are only old messages “ ” is displayed

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation61Listening to MessagesFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemVoice menuIf you

62Erasing MessagesThe unit will announce the remaining recording time after playback if it is less than 3 minutes. New messages cannot be recorded whe

Telephone System Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation63For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Recording a Memo MessageYou can recor

64Transferring a Call to a MailboxWhen you answer a call and the caller wants to talk to someone who is not available, you can place the caller into o

Telephone System Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation65For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Ph

Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone66Remote Code The remote code prevents unauthorized people from accessing your unit and listening to your mess

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation67For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemPress [1].Press [1].Press [1].Press [1

Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone68Direct Remote OperationOnce you have accessed one of the mailboxes (p. 65), you can also control your unit b

Answering SystemPreparation69For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone System Useful InformationBelt Clip You can hang the handset on

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System7Location of ControlsFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationHandsetBack sideSpe

70Wall MountingThis unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate.1 Connect the AC adaptor. 2 Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adapto

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation71Wall MountingFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone System4 Adjust the adaptor to h

Wall Mounting72To remove the wall mounting adaptorWhile pushing down the RELEASE LEVERS (A), remove the adaptor (B).211RELEASELEVERSTG5471.fm Page 72

Answering SystemPreparation73For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone System Useful InformationDirect Commands After pressing [MENU]

Direct Commands74During programming:When “ ” or “ ” is displayed, press the right soft key to save the new settings.To exit programming, press [OFF]

Answering SystemPreparation75For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone System Useful InformationIf the Following Appear on Your Displ

76TroubleshootingIf the handset display shows error messages, see “If the Following Appear on Your Display...” (p. 75) for the Cause & Remedy.Tele

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation77TroubleshootingFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemYou cannot make an inte

Troubleshooting78The handset and/or base unit does not announce the displayed caller’s name.• The handset and/or base unit ringer volumes are turned o

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation79TroubleshootingFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemAnswering SystemProblem

Location of Controls8Handset navigator keyScrolls up [B] and down [d] the function menu, the Caller List and the phone book.Increases [B] or decreases

Troubleshooting80GeneralYou cannot remember your mailbox password. You cannot retrieve the messages from your mailbox.• Confirm the mailbox password u

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation81TroubleshootingFor assistance, please call openLCR: 1-866-openLCR(1-866-673-6527)Telephone SystemFor as

82openLCR Service for Caller IQThe unit is compatible with services provided by openLCR.Important:• If you have any questions regarding the openLCR se

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation83openLCR Service for Caller IQFor assistance, please call openLCR: 1-866-openLCR(1-866-673-6527)Telephon

openLCR Service for Caller IQ84To download data from openLCREach time you download data (p. 83) from openLCR, the information stored in your unit will

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation85openLCR Service for Caller IQFor assistance, please call openLCR: 1-866-openLCR(1-866-673-6527)Telephon

86Important Safety InstructionsWhen using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation87Important Safety InstructionsFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemCAUTION:T

88FCC and Other Information This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equi

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation89FCC and Other InformationFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemCAUTION:Any c

Useful InformationAnswering SystemTelephone System9For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)PreparationDisplaysHandset1 “ ” functions as foll

FCC and Other Information90The software contained in this equipment to allow user access to the network must be ungraded to recognize newly establishe

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Answering SystemPreparation93For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone System Useful InformationSpecificationsN HandsetPower Supply:

94IndexAAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Answering calls, base unit . . . . . . . 31Answering calls, handset . . . . . . . . 31Answe

Useful InformationAnswering SystemPreparation95IndexFor assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)Telephone SystemMMailbox . . . . . . . . . . . .

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