KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Pulse-or-tone dialing capability Model shown is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller's name and phone number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com for 6 hours before initial use. TG5240.fm Page 1 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM 5.8 GHz Expandable Cordless Phone System Operating Instructions Model No. The unit is KX-TG5240. PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Pulse-or-tone dialing capability Model shown is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller's name and phone number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.com for 6 hours before initial use. TG5240.fm Page 1 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM 5.8 GHz Expandable Cordless Phone System Operating Instructions Model No. The unit is KX-TG5240. PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for customers in the USA or Puerto Rico
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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... services. PQLV1Z (PQLV1) Order No. PQKE10377Z1 KX-TG5240: one KX-TG5243: three KX-TG5240: one KX-TG5243: three KX-TG5243: two charger units 2 PQLV30024ZM AC Adaptor Order No. KX-TCA1-G (KX-TCA1) KX-TG5240: one KX-TG5243: three A Charger Unit (p. 12) (KX-TG5243 only) Order No. PQKL10063Z1 one one ...INSTRUCTIONS on another call 1-866-605-1277. Accessories (included) For extra orders, call 1-800-332-5368. Attach your new Panasonic cordless telephone. TG5240.fm Page 2 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Thank you for A Telephone Line Cord A Wall Mounting Base ...
... services. PQLV1Z (PQLV1) Order No. PQKE10377Z1 KX-TG5240: one KX-TG5243: three KX-TG5240: one KX-TG5243: three KX-TG5243: two charger units 2 PQLV30024ZM AC Adaptor Order No. KX-TCA1-G (KX-TCA1) KX-TG5240: one KX-TG5243: three A Charger Unit (p. 12) (KX-TG5243 only) Order No. PQKL10063Z1 one one ...INSTRUCTIONS on another call 1-866-605-1277. Accessories (included) For extra orders, call 1-800-332-5368. Attach your new Panasonic cordless telephone. TG5240.fm Page 2 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Thank you for A Telephone Line Cord A Wall Mounting Base ...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...base unit. The model numbers of 4 handsets can be added. KX-TG5240 Up to 3 accessory handsets, sold separately. You can expand the system by adding up to 3 accessory handsets can be added. KX-TG5243 One more accessory handset, sold separately. To order, contact ...PANA(7262) 3 KX-TGA520 • The included handsets are KX-TGA520 and KX-TGA523. A charger unit is pre-registered at the factory and assigned extension numbers 1, 2 and 3. TG5240.fm Page 3 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Expanding Your Phone For KX-TG5240 users KX-TG5240 includes one handset and...
...base unit. The model numbers of 4 handsets can be added. KX-TG5240 Up to 3 accessory handsets, sold separately. You can expand the system by adding up to 3 accessory handsets can be added. KX-TG5243 One more accessory handset, sold separately. To order, contact ...PANA(7262) 3 KX-TGA520 • The included handsets are KX-TGA520 and KX-TGA523. A charger unit is pre-registered at the factory and assigned extension numbers 1, 2 and 3. TG5240.fm Page 3 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Expanding Your Phone For KX-TG5240 users KX-TG5240 includes one handset and...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...Move away from the other cordless phone's base unit and closer to the base unit. • If you use the handset near another cordless phone. TG5240.fm Page 6 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM For Best Performance Battery charge The handset is : Away from the receiver or the speaker. ...Move away from the microwave oven and closer to your base unit. 6 Note: • If you use (p. 13). AND (KX-TG5243 only) Base unit location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and handset using wireless radio waves. In a HIGH and CENTRAL location with...
...Move away from the other cordless phone's base unit and closer to the base unit. • If you use the handset near another cordless phone. TG5240.fm Page 6 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM For Best Performance Battery charge The handset is : Away from the receiver or the speaker. ...Move away from the microwave oven and closer to your base unit. 6 Note: • If you use (p. 13). AND (KX-TG5243 only) Base unit location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and handset using wireless radio waves. In a HIGH and CENTRAL location with...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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TG5240.fm Page 8 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Location of Controls Handset Back side Speaker Ringer/Message Alert Indicator (p. 26, 31) Antenna Display (p. 10) Headset Jack (p. 77) [ ] (TALK) Button (p. 27) [ ] (Speakerphone) Button (p. 27) [ ] (TONE) Button (p. 57) [HOLD/INTERCOM] Button (p. 28, 47) [FLASH/CALL WAIT] Button (p. 57, 58) Charger unit (KX-TG5243 only...
TG5240.fm Page 8 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Location of Controls Handset Back side Speaker Ringer/Message Alert Indicator (p. 26, 31) Antenna Display (p. 10) Headset Jack (p. 77) [ ] (TALK) Button (p. 27) [ ] (Speakerphone) Button (p. 27) [ ] (TONE) Button (p. 57) [HOLD/INTERCOM] Button (p. 28, 47) [FLASH/CALL WAIT] Button (p. 57, 58) Charger unit (KX-TG5243 only...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...8226; If your DSL service provider) to feel warm during use .) 12 Charger unit (KX-TG5243 only) Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) • Charger unit: USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR KX-TCA1 (Order No. TG5240.fm Page 12 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Installation Connections Base unit Raise the...8226; The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for Base Unit • Base unit: USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. KX-TCA1-G). We recommend connecting a standard telephone to the same telephone line or to the same telephone jack using the...
...8226; If your DSL service provider) to feel warm during use .) 12 Charger unit (KX-TG5243 only) Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) • Charger unit: USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR KX-TCA1 (Order No. TG5240.fm Page 12 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Installation Connections Base unit Raise the...8226; The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for Base Unit • Base unit: USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. KX-TCA1-G). We recommend connecting a standard telephone to the same telephone line or to the same telephone jack using the...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...the notch on the cover firmly and slide it snaps into the compartment (2). Battery Charge Place the handsets on the handset display. AND (KX-TG5243 only) CHARGE Indicator Battery strength You can confirm the battery strength on the base unit and charger for 6 hours. Battery strength is... in the chart to be recharged. Replace the old battery with a new one (p. 14). Discharged For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 13 TG5240.fm Page 13 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Installation Installing the Battery in the Caller List. Display prompt 1 2 3 3 (flashing) 4 Battery ...
...the notch on the cover firmly and slide it snaps into the compartment (2). Battery Charge Place the handsets on the handset display. AND (KX-TG5243 only) CHARGE Indicator Battery strength You can confirm the battery strength on the base unit and charger for 6 hours. Battery strength is... in the chart to be recharged. Replace the old battery with a new one (p. 14). Discharged For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 13 TG5240.fm Page 13 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Installation Installing the Battery in the Caller List. Display prompt 1 2 3 3 (flashing) 4 Battery ...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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... "Auto talk" by pressing [d] or [B]. For assistance, please call , leave the Auto Talk feature turned off the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). TG5240.fm Page 19 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information Programmable Settings Line Mode Handset The line...
... "Auto talk" by pressing [d] or [B]. For assistance, please call , leave the Auto Talk feature turned off the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). TG5240.fm Page 19 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information Programmable Settings Line Mode Handset The line...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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... Speakerphone For best performance, please note the following: • Talk alternately with the other party in a quiet room. • If you can operate at a time. TG5240.fm Page 27 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information Making Calls System capabilities (Operating more than one handset... [OFF] or place the handset on the base unit or charger. The maximum operating number may decrease depending on the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3).
... Speakerphone For best performance, please note the following: • Talk alternately with the other party in a quiet room. • If you can operate at a time. TG5240.fm Page 27 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information Making Calls System capabilities (Operating more than one handset... [OFF] or place the handset on the base unit or charger. The maximum operating number may decrease depending on the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3).
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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.... This feature will light for a few seconds after pressing a button or lifting the handset off the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). If it will not be turned on /off setting will not turn off automatically during an ... After hanging up , put a call on or off by pressing [d] or [B]. 4. TG5240.fm Page 29 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information Making Calls Voice Enhancer Technology Panasonic's Voice Enhancer Technology clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to, reproducing a...
.... This feature will light for a few seconds after pressing a button or lifting the handset off the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). If it will not be turned on /off setting will not turn off automatically during an ... After hanging up , put a call on or off by pressing [d] or [B]. 4. TG5240.fm Page 29 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information Making Calls Voice Enhancer Technology Panasonic's Voice Enhancer Technology clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to, reproducing a...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...place the handset on (p. 19), you can [ ] answer a call by simply lifting the handset off the [ ] base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). [OFF] Temporary ringer off While the handset is ringing for an outside call, you can turn the ringer off... • You can also answer a call by pressing [OFF]. The handset will not ring (p. 20, 21). Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information TG5240.fm Page 31 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, "Incoming call : 1-800-211-PANA...
...place the handset on (p. 19), you can [ ] answer a call by simply lifting the handset off the [ ] base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). [OFF] Temporary ringer off While the handset is ringing for an outside call, you can turn the ringer off... • You can also answer a call by pressing [OFF]. The handset will not ring (p. 20, 21). Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information TG5240.fm Page 31 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, "Incoming call : 1-800-211-PANA...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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Enter extension# :2 dB Select item 6 Scroll to [4]. 5 Press the soft key ( NEXT ). TG5240.fm Page 44 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Phone Book Copying Items in the Phone Book Handset (When the System Has Two or More ...Handsets) You can also select the extension number by pressing [1] to the desired phone book item by pressing [d] or [B]. • To search for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3) until copying finishes, otherwise copying will stop . Copy phone book 3 Press the soft key ( SELECT ) at "Copy 1 item". Complete 44...
Enter extension# :2 dB Select item 6 Scroll to [4]. 5 Press the soft key ( NEXT ). TG5240.fm Page 44 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Phone Book Copying Items in the Phone Book Handset (When the System Has Two or More ...Handsets) You can also select the extension number by pressing [1] to the desired phone book item by pressing [d] or [B]. • To search for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3) until copying finishes, otherwise copying will stop . Copy phone book 3 Press the soft key ( SELECT ) at "Copy 1 item". Complete 44...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...), the handset and the base unit will ring at the low level for intercom calls. • You cannot change the ringer tone for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). TG5240.fm Page 48 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Intercom During an intercom call: • If you have difficulty hearing while using...
...), the handset and the base unit will ring at the low level for intercom calls. • You cannot change the ringer tone for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). TG5240.fm Page 48 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Intercom During an intercom call: • If you have difficulty hearing while using...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...SP-PHONE indicator flashes. 3 When the SP-PHONE indicator stops flashing, speak into the MIC. Place the handset on the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3) or press [OFF]. • It is not possible to specify which handset(s) will not be displayed and ...a handset is too close to the base unit, you may hear feedback while making the voice announcement. Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information TG5240.fm Page 49 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Intercom Voice Paging Base Unit The base unit user can talk with the base unit...
...SP-PHONE indicator flashes. 3 When the SP-PHONE indicator stops flashing, speak into the MIC. Place the handset on the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3) or press [OFF]. • It is not possible to specify which handset(s) will not be displayed and ...a handset is too close to the base unit, you may hear feedback while making the voice announcement. Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information TG5240.fm Page 49 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Intercom Voice Paging Base Unit The base unit user can talk with the base unit...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...turned on (p. 19), the paged handset user can also answer a page by simply lifting the handset off the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). • Any user can select the appropriate mailbox.) For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262...to transfer the caller to the Answering System greeting (p. 69). (The caller will show "Busy" then "Hold". Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information TG5240.fm Page 51 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Transferring a Call From a Handset to another Handset (when the system has two or more ...
...turned on (p. 19), the paged handset user can also answer a page by simply lifting the handset off the base unit or charger (for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). • Any user can select the appropriate mailbox.) For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262...to transfer the caller to the Answering System greeting (p. 69). (The caller will show "Busy" then "Hold". Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information TG5240.fm Page 51 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Transferring a Call From a Handset to another Handset (when the system has two or more ...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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TG5240.fm Page 76 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Wall Mounting To remove the wall mounting adaptor While pushing down to the right (C) until it is secured. 2.45 cm (31⁄32") Screws To Power Outlet A B C 2.45 cm (31⁄32") Wall Template for the Charger unit 76 Install screws using the wall template (see below). Mount the charger (A). Slide it down (B), then slide down the RELEASE LEVERS (A), remove the adaptor (B). 1 1 RELEASE 2 LEVERS Charger unit (KX-TG5243 only) The charger can be wall mounted. Connect the AC adaptor.
TG5240.fm Page 76 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Wall Mounting To remove the wall mounting adaptor While pushing down to the right (C) until it is secured. 2.45 cm (31⁄32") Screws To Power Outlet A B C 2.45 cm (31⁄32") Wall Template for the Charger unit 76 Install screws using the wall template (see below). Mount the charger (A). Slide it down (B), then slide down the RELEASE LEVERS (A), remove the adaptor (B). 1 1 RELEASE 2 LEVERS Charger unit (KX-TG5243 only) The charger can be wall mounted. Connect the AC adaptor.
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...1-800-211-PANA(7262) 77 Preparation TG5240.fm Page 77 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Belt Clip You can hang the handset on page 2. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88, KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, or KX-TCA98 headset. Headset Jack Telephone System Answering... System Useful Information • Headset sold separately. Model shown here is KX-TCA88. For assistance, please call the ...
...1-800-211-PANA(7262) 77 Preparation TG5240.fm Page 77 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Belt Clip You can hang the handset on page 2. Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88, KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, or KX-TCA98 headset. Headset Jack Telephone System Answering... System Useful Information • Headset sold separately. Model shown here is KX-TCA88. For assistance, please call the ...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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...is complete. To erase the handset number from step 5. 1 Handset: Press [MENU]. 2 Handset: Scroll to register is erased. For the KX-TG5240/KX-TG5243 base unit: (1) Press and hold [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/TRANSFER] for 3 seconds, and (2) Press and hold [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/TRANSFER] for...and pressing [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/TRANSFER] on base unit for this base unit. For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 81 TG5240.fm Page 81 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information Canceling Registration/Re-registration Make sure ...
...is complete. To erase the handset number from step 5. 1 Handset: Press [MENU]. 2 Handset: Scroll to register is erased. For the KX-TG5240/KX-TG5243 base unit: (1) Press and hold [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/TRANSFER] for 3 seconds, and (2) Press and hold [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/TRANSFER] for...and pressing [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/TRANSFER] on base unit for this base unit. For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 81 TG5240.fm Page 81 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information Canceling Registration/Re-registration Make sure ...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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... the handset. No link to you may not be able to register or deregister the handset, the handset and base unit could not link for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). Try again later. • The Answering System is using the handset and/ or base unit, such as... interference from electrical appliances. TG5240.fm Page 82 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM If the Following Appear on the handset when the unit needs your own extension number. The...
... the handset. No link to you may not be able to register or deregister the handset, the handset and base unit could not link for KX-TG5243 or accessory handset users, p. 3). Try again later. • The Answering System is using the handset and/ or base unit, such as... interference from electrical appliances. TG5240.fm Page 82 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM If the Following Appear on the handset when the unit needs your own extension number. The...
KX-TG5240 KX-TG5243 Operating Instructions
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... Page 83 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information If the Following Appear on the base unit. For the KX-TG5240/KX-TG5243 base unit: (1) Press and hold [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/ TRANSFER] for 3 seconds, and (2) Press and hold the handset number [1] ( ) to [4] ( ) that you tried to call : 1-800...
... Page 83 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 3:45 PM Preparation Telephone System Answering System Useful Information If the Following Appear on the base unit. For the KX-TG5240/KX-TG5243 base unit: (1) Press and hold [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/ TRANSFER] for 3 seconds, and (2) Press and hold the handset number [1] ( ) to [4] ( ) that you tried to call : 1-800...