TG5230.fm Page 1 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM 5.8 GHz Expandable Cordless Phone System Operating Instructions Model No. KX-TG5230 Pulse-or-tone dialing capability The unit is Caller ID compatible. To display the caller’s name and phone number, you must subscribe to Caller ID service. PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE. Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use. Panasonic World Wide Web address: http://www.panasonic.
TG5230.fm Page 2 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless telephone. Please read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 73 before use. Read and understand all instructions. Caller ID, Call Waiting and Voice Mail Service, where available, are telephone company services. After subscribing to Caller ID this phone will display a caller’s name and phone number.
TG5230.fm Page 3 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Expanding Your Phone KX-TG5230 includes one handset and one base unit. You can expand the system by adding up to 3 accessory handsets, sold separately. A maximum of 4 handsets can be registered to the base unit. The model numbers of the accessory handsets are KX-TGA520 and KX-TGA523. A charger is included with each accessory handset. To order, contact your dealer or call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) to locate a dealer.
TG5230.fm Page 4 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Contents Preparation For Best Performance . . . . . . . . 6 Location of Controls . . . . . . . . . 7 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Installing the Battery in the Handset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Battery Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Programmable Settings . . . . . . 14 Programming Guidelines. . . . . 14 Function Menu Table . . . . . .
TG5230.fm Page 5 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Contents Preparation For Call Waiting Service Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Temporary Tone Dialing (For Rotary or Pulse Service Users). . 56 FLASH Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Incoming Call Tone . . . . . . . . . 57 Key Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Useful Information Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Optional Headset . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Basic Operation Wall Mounting . . . . . . . . . . .
TG5230.fm Page 6 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM For Best Performance Battery charge The handset is powered by a rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery. Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use (p. 12). Base unit location/Noise Calls are transmitted between the base unit and handset using wireless radio waves.
TG5230.fm Page 7 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Location of Controls Base unit Preparation Charge Contacts (p. 13) [ ] (TONE) Button (p. 56) [REDIAL/PAUSE] Button (p. 25, 55) Antenna (p. 6) KXXT IN USE Indicator (p. 26) [CONF] (Conference) Button (p. 48) [HOLD] Button (p. 25) [AUTO] Button (p. 41) [PROGRAM] Button (p. 41) Navigator Key ([B], [d], [f], [g]) (p. 9) [FLASH/CALL WAIT] Button (p. 55, 56) Useful Information [SP-PHONE] (Speakerphone) Button and Indicator (p.
TG5230.fm Page 8 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Location of Controls Handset Back side Ringer/Message Alert Indicator (p. 21, 26) Speaker Antenna Receiver Display (p. 10) Soft Keys (p. 9) 8 Headset Jack (p. 59) Navigator Key ([d], [B]) (p. 9) [ [OFF] Button (p. 14, 22) ] (TALK) Button (p. 22) [ ] (Speakerphone) Button (p. 22) [MENU] Button (p. 14) [ ] (TONE) Button (p. 56) [REDIAL] Button (p. 23) [HOLD/INTERCOM] Button (p. 23, 42) Microphone (p. 22) [FLASH/CALL WAIT] Button (p.
TG5230.fm Page 9 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Location of Controls How to use the soft keys/navigator keys Handset soft keys Three soft keys are used to select functions displayed directly above each key. Functions displayed above each key will change depending on the state of use. SPIPRIVACY1[1] CID P LAY Preparation IN USE On this sample display, “ C I D ” and “C” are displayed above the soft keys.
TG5230.fm Page 10 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Display 1 23 4 56 IN USE 9 SPIPRIVACY1[1] 10 missed calls D01 CID P LAY C 7 8 1 “ IN USE ” functions as follows. Off (invisible) The line is free. On The line is being used. Flashing A call is on hold on the handset or base unit. Flashing rapidly A call is being received. 2 “SP” is shown when you are using the handset speakerphone. 3“ VE ” indicates Voice Enhancer mode is on (p. 24). 4 “PRIVACY” indicates Call Privacy mode is on (p.
TG5230.fm Page 11 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Installation Connections Preparation Raise the antennas. Fasten the AC adaptor cord. Hook Bottom of the base unit Telephone System Single-Line Telephone Jack (RJ11C) Telephone Line Cord Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) AC Adaptor Answering System • USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR PQLV1 (Order No. PQLV1Z). • The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.
TG5230.fm Page 12 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Installation Installing the Battery in the Handset Insert the battery (1), and press it down until it snaps into the compartment (2). Close the cover. 2 1 To replace the battery: Press the notch on the cover firmly and slide it as indicated by the arrow. Replace the old battery with a new one (p. 13). Close the cover and charge the handset for 6 hours. Battery Charge Place the handset on the base unit for 6 hours before initial use.
TG5230.fm Page 13 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Installation Recharge IN USE SPIPRIVACY3[1] Recharge battery Preparation Recharge the battery when: — “Recharge battery” is displayed on the handset, — “3” flashes, or — the handset beeps intermittently while it is in use. • The display will continually indicate “Recharge battery” and/or “3” will flash when the handset battery is charged for less than 15 minutes and the handset is lifted off the base unit.
TG5230.fm Page 14 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Programmable Settings Programming Guidelines Handset The unit has several programmable functions which can be selected from the function menu on the display (p. 15). The soft key works as the BACK key. BACK SAVE The soft key works as the SAVE SELECT or SAVE key. [OFF] exits programming. Navigator key scrolls through the menu. [MENU] enters the function menu.
TG5230.fm Page 15 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Programmable Settings Function Menu Table Handset Preparation You can use the following functions to customize your unit. See the corresponding pages for function details. • After pressing [MENU], you can also program menu items directly by pressing ([0] to [9], [*] and [#]) instead of using the soft keys (p. 63–64). Sub-menu I Main menu Ringer setting Voice enhancer p. 24 Talk Caller ID Initial setting Ringer volume p. 18 Ringer tone p.
TG5230.fm Page 16 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Programmable Settings Display Language Handset You can select either “English” or “Spanish” as the display language. The factory preset is “English”. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing Initial setting 3 Scroll to “Change language” by pressing Change language [d] or [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ). [d] or [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ). 4 To change from English to Spanish, press the soft key ( ESPAÑOL ).
TG5230.fm Page 17 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Programmable Settings Line Mode Handset Preparation The line mode is preset to “B” and generally should not be adjusted. If “ IN USE ” is not displayed on the handset properly, the line mode selection is incorrect. Set line mode to “A”. 1 Press [MENU]. Initial setting 3 Scroll to “Set tel line” by pressing [d] or Set tel line 4 Scroll to “Set line mode” by pressing [d] Set line mode [d] or [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ).
TG5230.fm Page 18 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Programmable Settings Ringer Volume You can set the handset and base unit ringer volumes to high, medium, low, or off. The factory preset is HIGH. If the handset or base unit ringer is turned off, the handset or base unit will ring at the low level for intercom calls, and will not ring for outside calls. Caller names will not be announced even if the Talking Caller ID feature is turned on (p. 28, 29). Handset ringer volume Handset 1 Press [MENU].
TG5230.fm Page 19 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Programmable Settings Base unit ringer volume Base Unit Make sure the base unit is not being used. • To increase volume, press [B]. To decrease volume, press [d]. • To stop ringing, press [0]. To turn the ringer off, press and hold [d] until 2 beeps sound. To turn the ringer on, press [d] or [B]. Preparation To set the ringer volume to high (preset), medium, or low, press [d] or [B]. • The base unit will ring at the low level.
TG5230.fm Page 20 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Programmable Settings Base unit ringer tone (use either the handset or the base unit) Base Unit Make sure the base unit is not being used. 1 Press [f] or [g]. • The base unit will ring using the current ringer tone. If the ringer volume has been turned off, the base unit will not ring (p. 19). 2 Press [f] or [g] repeatedly to select the desired tone. • Each time you press [f] or [g], another ringer tone will be heard and selected.
TG5230.fm Page 21 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Programmable Settings LCD Contrast Handset There are 6 levels of LCD contrast. The factory preset is “level 3”. 2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing Initial setting 3 Scroll to “LCD contrast” by pressing [d] or LCD contrast [d] or [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ). [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ). 4 Select the desired contrast by pressing [d] or [B]. Ex.
TG5230.fm Page 22 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Making Calls System capabilities (Operating more than one handset, p. 3) Up to 3 extensions (3 handsets or 2 handsets and the base unit) can operate at a time. The maximum operating number may decrease depending on the state of use. Using the Handset Handset 1 Press [C]. • “Talk” is displayed. 2 Dial a phone number. • The dialed number is displayed. • After a few seconds, the display will show the length of the call.
TG5230.fm Page 23 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Making Calls To redial using the redial list (Memory Redial) 1. Enter a phone number. The last 5 phone numbers dialed are stored in the redial list. 3334444| 1. Press [REDIAL]. • If you misdial, press the soft key ( CLEAR ). Enter the correct phone number. • If a pause is required when dialing, press the soft key ( PAUSE ) where needed (p. 55). • To cancel, press [OFF]. • The last number dialed is displayed. 2.
TG5230.fm Page 24 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Making Calls Voice Enhancer Technology Panasonic’s Voice Enhancer Technology clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to, reproducing a more natural-sounding voice that is easier to hear and understand. Voice Enhancer Technology can be turned on or off. The factory preset is OFF. • Depending on the condition and quality of your telephone line, this feature may emphasize existing line noise.
TG5230.fm Page 25 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Making Calls Using the Base Unit Base Unit 1 Press [SP-PHONE]. Preparation [REDIAL/PAUSE] [B], [d] • The indicator lights. 2 Dial a phone number. • If you misdial, press [SP-PHONE] and start again from step 1. 3 When the other party answers, talk into the MIC (microphone). 4 To hang up, press [SP-PHONE]. MIC Basic Operation • The indicator light goes out.
TG5230.fm Page 26 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Answering Calls When a call is received, the unit rings, “Incoming call” is displayed, and the Ringer/Message Alert indicator on the handset and the IN USE indicator on the base unit flash rapidly. Handset Ringer/ Message Alert Indicator 1 Press [C] or [s]. • You can also answer a call by pressing any button except [d], [B] or [OFF]. 2 To hang up, press [OFF] or place the handset on the base unit.
TG5230.fm Page 27 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Caller ID Service This unit is compatible with Caller ID services offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to Caller ID, caller names and phone numbers will be displayed and recorded in the Caller List. Preparation How Caller ID information is displayed and announced When a call comes in, the unit will ring and Caller ID information will be received.
TG5230.fm Page 28 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Caller ID Service Talking Caller ID Handset Base Unit To use this feature, you need to subscribe to Caller ID. For further information, please contact your telephone company. • If the unit does not receive Caller ID information, the unit will announce “Call from out of area”, “Call from private caller”, or “Call from long distance”. If a call is received from an area where name display service is not available, “Number available” will be announced.
TG5230.fm Page 29 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Caller ID Service Base unit Talking Caller ID feature Handset This feature must be turned on or off for the base unit by using the handset. 2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing Initial setting 3 Scroll to “Set base unit” by pressing [d] Set base unit 4 Scroll to “Talk Caller ID” by pressing [d] Talk Caller ID [d] or [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ). or [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ).
TG5230.fm Page 30 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Using the Caller List Viewing the Caller List Handset 1 Press the soft key ( CID ), [d], or [B] to enter the Caller List. Ex. 10 calls missed. Caller list 10 missed calls dB=Scroll list 2 To search from the most recent call, press [d]. To search from the oldest call, press [B]. • The caller’s name, number and the time and date of the call are displayed. Example SMITH,JACK 1-555-333-4444 3:10P JUN.10 3 Press [OFF] to exit the list.
TG5230.fm Page 31 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Using the Caller List Editing the Caller’s Phone Number Handset 1 Press the soft key ( CID Preparation You can edit a phone number in the Caller List by removing its area code and/or the long distance code “1”. Once you call back an edited number, this unit can automatically edit incoming phone numbers from the same area code in the Caller List and each time you receive a call (Caller ID Number Auto Edit, p. 32).
TG5230.fm Page 32 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Using the Caller List Caller ID Number Auto Edit Handset Once you call back an edited number (p. 31), this unit can automatically edit incoming phone numbers from the same area code in the Caller List and each time you receive a call. For example, it can ignore the area code of calls originating from your area code, so that you can call these numbers from the Caller List without dialing the area code.
TG5230.fm Page 33 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Using the Caller List Storing Caller Information in the Phone Book Handset Preparation Caller names and phone numbers that are in the Caller List can be stored in the phone book. 1 Press the soft key ( C I D ), [d], or [B] to enter the Caller List. 2 Scroll to the desired caller by pressing [d] or [B]. • If the number requires editing, see page 31. 3 Press the soft key ( SAVE ).
TG5230.fm Page 34 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Phone Book The handset can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in its phone book. You can make a call by selecting a name or number from the phone book, and copy phone book items from one handset to another (p. 39, 40). Storing Names and Numbers Handset 1 Press the soft key (C). • The display will show the number of stored items. 2 Press the soft key ( ADD Phone book 10 items 0-9=Name search dB=Scroll list ).
TG5230.fm Page 35 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Phone Book Selecting characters to enter names Preparation Enter names using the dialing buttons. Press each button until the desired character is displayed. • Pressing each button selects a character in the order shown below. Keys Characters f Moves the cursor to the left. g Moves the cursor to the right. (To enter another character using the same number key, move the cursor to the next space.) [3] [4] ( A D G J ) B E H K ; C F I L , – .
TG5230.fm Page 36 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Phone Book Dialing from the Phone Book Handset 1 Press the soft key (C). • The display shows the number of stored items. • You can press the soft key ( SEARCH ) to view the first item. 2 Scroll to the desired item. To scroll down, press [d]. To scroll up, press [B]. Phone book items are sorted in the following order: 1 Alphabet letters (Alphabetical) 2 Space & ’ ( ) , – .
TG5230.fm Page 37 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Phone Book Chain Dial Handset Preparation You can dial a combination of phone book or manual key pad entries while making a call. This feature can be used, for example, to first automatically dial a calling card access number that you have stored in the phone book, then manually or automatically dial your PIN and then automatically dial the destination from the phone book. Ex.
TG5230.fm Page 38 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Phone Book Editing an Item in the Phone Book Handset 1 Press the soft key (C). 2 Scroll to the desired item by pressing [d] or [B]. • To search for the item by initial, see page 36. 3 Press the soft key ( EDIT ). Jane 456-7890 Enter name Jane| d=Next 4 Edit the name (p. 35), then press [d]. • If you do not need to change the name, press [d] then go to step 5. • To move the cursor, press the soft key ( f ) or ( g ).
TG5230.fm Page 39 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Phone Book Copying Items in the Phone Book Handset (When the System Has Two or More Handsets) Preparation You can copy one or all phone book items between two handsets. The destination handset will save the items in its phone book. • If an outside call is received during the phone book copy, copying will stop. You will need to re-send the item(s) later.
TG5230.fm Page 40 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Phone Book To copy all of the items in your phone book to another handset Make sure the destination handset is not in use. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Scroll to “Copy phone book” by pressing Copy phone book 3 Scroll to “Copy all items” by pressing [d] Copy all items [d] or [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ). or [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ). 4 Select the destination extension number (1 to 4) by pressing [d] or [B].
TG5230.fm Page 41 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Speed Dialer Storing Phone Numbers Base Unit Preparation You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the base unit. The dialing buttons ([0] to [9]) function as memory stations. Make sure the base unit is not being used. 1 Press [PROGRAM]. • The IN USE indicator flashes. 2 Enter a phone number of up to 32 Memory [REDIAL/PAUSE] [PROGRAM] Station Numbers [AUTO] digits. • If you misdial, press [PROGRAM], and start again from step 1.
TG5230.fm Page 42 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Intercom Intercom calls can be made between a handset and the base unit, and between two handsets (when the system has two or more handsets, p. 3). You can page all handsets at once from the base unit, and announce the page to all handsets (Voice Paging, p. 44). Page the desired unit(s) by entering the extension number, shown in the top right of each handset’s display. The base unit’s extension number is 0.
TG5230.fm Page 43 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Intercom During an intercom call: Preparation • If you have difficulty hearing while using the speakerphone on the handset or base unit, decrease the speaker volume by pressing [d]. • If an incoming call is being received, you will hear two tones (incoming call tone, p. 57) and the IN USE indicator on the base unit will flash rapidly. To answer the call; — if using the handset, press [OFF], then press [C] or [s].
TG5230.fm Page 44 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Intercom Voice Paging Base Unit The base unit user can make a voice announcement that is heard through the speakers of all handsets. • When 4 handsets are registered to the base unit, and if one handset user is on conversation using the Booster feature, 1 of the remaining 3 handsets will not receive the voice announcement. 1 Press [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/TRANSFER]. • The LOCATOR/INTERCOM/TRANSFER and SP-PHONE indicators light.
TG5230.fm Page 45 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Transferring a Call You can transfer an outside call to the base unit or a handset. From the Handset to the Base Unit (1) During a call, press [HOLD/INTERCOM]. • The call is put on hold. (2) To page the base unit, press [0]. (3) Wait for the paged party to answer, then you can announce the transfer.
TG5230.fm Page 46 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Transferring a Call From a Handset to another Handset (when the system has two or more handsets) 1 During a call, press [HOLD/INTERCOM], then page another handset by pressing its extension number ([1] to [4]). 2 Wait for the paged party to answer, then you can announce the transfer. • The paged handset user can answer by pressing [C], [s], or [HOLD/ INTERCOM]. (Any button except [d], [B] or [OFF] can be pressed to answer the page.
TG5230.fm Page 47 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Transferring a Call Quick call transfer You can transfer a call without waiting for the paged party to answer. Preparation Handset 1. During a call, press [HOLD/INTERCOM]. 2. Press the extension number ([0] for the base unit, [1] to [4] for the handset). 3. Press [OFF] to hang up. Base Unit 2. Press the extension number [1] ( handsets. ) to [4] ( Telephone System 1. During a call, press [LOCATOR/INTERCOM/TRANSFER].
TG5230.fm Page 48 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Conference Calls While you are talking with an outside caller, the base unit user or a handset user can join the conversation and establish a conference call. Handset Base Unit 1 During a call, press [HOLD/ 1 During a call, press INTERCOM]. • The call is put on hold. 2 To page the base unit, press [0]. To page another handset, press the extension number ([1] to [4]).
TG5230.fm Page 49 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Room Monitor Preparation This feature allows you to monitor a room by using the intercom feature. For example, you can monitor a baby from different areas of the house. You can call the destination unit to monitor the room. The called unit will not ring. When the system has two or more handsets (p. 3), you can monitor one handset using another. To allow other users to monitor through your unit, turn this feature on.
TG5230.fm Page 50 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Room Monitor To monitor with Handset The unit to be monitored must not be in use and the handset to be monitored must be off the base unit. 1 Press [HOLD/INTERCOM], then press the soft key ( MONITOR ). 2 To call the base unit, press [0]. To call another handset, press its extension number ([1] to [4]). • To monitor from the speaker, press [s]. If the handset is placed on the base unit, monitoring will be stopped. Accessory handset users (p.
TG5230.fm Page 51 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Voice Mail Service Preparation Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your telephone company. If you subscribe to this service, your telephone company’s voice mail system can answer calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone or when your line is busy.
TG5230.fm Page 52 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Voice Mail Service To erase a stored voice mail access number Repeat steps 1 to 4 on page 51, then press and hold the soft key ( CLEAR ) until all of the digits are erased. Press the soft key ( SAVE ), then press [OFF]. Setting Voice Mail (VM) Tone Detection Handset Your telephone company sends special signals (Voice mail tones) to the unit. Press [C], [s] or [SP-PHONE] to listen to the dial tone.
TG5230.fm Page 53 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Voice Mail Service Listening to Voice Mail Messages Handset Base Unit Preparation The unit will let you know that someone has left new voice mail for you: (a) the VM indicator will flash on the base unit, (b) “Voice Mail” will be displayed on the handset, (c) “ V M ” will flash on the handset, and (d) the Ringer/Message Alert indicator on the handset will flash slowly if Message Alert is turned on (p. 21) and the handset is not in use.
TG5230.fm Page 54 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Voice Mail Service • If the handset and base unit still indicate you have new messages even after you have listened to them, turn the voice mail indicators off by pressing and holding [OFF] until the handset beeps. “Voice Mail” will disappear and “ V M ” stops flashing but remains on the handset, and the Ringer/Message Alert indicator on the handset and the VM indicator on the base unit will go out.
TG5230.fm Page 55 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Special Features Using the PAUSE Button (For PBX Line/Long Distance Calls) Handset Base Unit Preparation We recommend you press the soft key ( PAUSE ) on the handset or press [REDIAL/ PAUSE] on the base unit if a pause is required for dialing with a PBX or to make a long distance call. • “ PAUSE ” is displayed on the handset only when dialing before pressing [C] or [s] (p. 23), or storing numbers in the phone book (p. 34). Ex.
TG5230.fm Page 56 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Special Features Temporary Tone Dialing (For Rotary or Pulse Service Users) Handset Base Unit Press [*] (TONE) before entering access numbers which require tone dialing. • The dialing mode changes to tone. You can enter numbers to access an answering service, electronic banking service, etc. When you hang up, the dialing mode will return to pulse.
TG5230.fm Page 57 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Special Features Incoming Call Tone Handset Base Unit Handset incoming call tone Handset Preparation During an intercom call (p. 42) or while using the Room Monitor feature, you can be informed of incoming calls by two tones. If this feature is turned on, incoming call tones will be heard for as long as the line is ringing. If this feature is set to “2”, incoming call tones will be heard only 2 times.
TG5230.fm Page 58 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Special Features Key Tone Handset You can select whether or not the handset keys will sound tones (key tone, confirmation tone, error tone). The factory preset is ON. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Scroll to “Initial setting” by pressing Initial setting 3 Scroll to “Key tone” by pressing [d] or [B], Key tone [d] or [B], then press the soft key ( SELECT ). then press the soft key ( SELECT ). 4 Select “Off” or “On” by pressing [d] or [B].
TG5230.fm Page 59 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Belt Clip You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the included belt clip. To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip Preparation While pressing the top of the clip (1), pull the right edge in the direction of the arrow (2). B A Telephone System Optional Headset Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversation.
TG5230.fm Page 60 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Wall Mounting This unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate. 1 Connect the AC adaptor. To Power Outlet 2 Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor (A). Connect the telephone line cord (B). 1 2 3 Insert the hooks on the wall mounting adaptor into the holes (A) and (B) on the base unit.
TG5230.fm Page 61 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Wall Mounting 4 Adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit, then push it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. Preparation Telephone System 5 Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit, then slide it down. • Raise the antennas. Answering System Useful Information 6 To charge the handset battery: Place the handset on the base unit. • The unit beeps once and the CHARGE indicator lights.
TG5230.fm Page 62 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Wall Mounting To remove the wall mounting adaptor While pushing down the RELEASE LEVERS (A), remove the adaptor (B).
TG5230.fm Page 63 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Direct Commands Handset Menu item Command Selection items Page [0] : Off [1] : Low [2] : Medium [3] : High p. 18 Ringer tone (Handset) [1] [2] [1]–[3] : Tone pattern 1–3 [4]–[7] : Melody pattern 1–4 p. 19 Incoming call tone (Handset) [1] [3] [1] : On [2] : Twice [0] : Off p. 57 Voice enhancer [5] [1] : On [0] : Off p. 24 Talking Caller ID (Handset) [9] [1] : On [0] : Off p.
TG5230.fm Page 64 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Direct Commands Menu item Command Selection items Page Ringer tone (Base unit) [0] [*] [1] [1]–[3] : Tone pattern 1-3 [4]–[7] : Melody pattern 1-4 p. 20 Incoming call tone (Base unit) [0] [*] [2] [1] : On [2] : Twice [0] : Off p. 57 Room monitor (Base unit) [0] [*] [3] [1] : On [0] : Off p. 49 Handset registration [0] [0] [1] Go to Step 5 on page 66. – Handset deregistration [0] [0] [2] [3] [3] [5] p.
TG5230.fm Page 65 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Canceling Registration/Re-registration Canceling the Handset Registration Handset Preparation 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 registration from the current base unit. Only one handset can be canceled at a time. Make sure the handset and the base unit near each other and are not being used. 1 Press [MENU].
TG5230.fm Page 66 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Canceling Registration/Re-registration Make sure the base unit and the other handsets are not being used. Have both the handset and base unit nearby during registration. If you have canceled handset registration at a previous base unit (p. 65), start from step 5. 1 Handset: Press [MENU].
TG5230.fm Page 67 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM If the Following Appear on Your Display... The following will be displayed when the unit needs your attention. Display message Cause & Remedy • The battery has been discharged. The handset will not work. Fully charge the battery (p. 12). No link to base. Move closer to base and try again. • The handset has lost communication with the base unit. Walk closer to the base unit, and try again. • Confirm the base unit’s AC adaptor is plugged in.
TG5230.fm Page 68 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM If the Following Appear on Your Display... Display message Phone book full 68 Cause & Remedy • When you tried to store an item in the phone book, the phone book memory was full. Press [OFF] to exit programming mode. To erase other items from the phone book, see page 38. ---Incomplete--Tom Jones 098-765-4321 Phone book full (The name/number is an example.
TG5230.fm Page 69 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM If the Following Appear on Your Display... Display message • This handset is not for this base unit. This handset is for KX-TG6500 base unit. The accessory handsets for this base unit are KX-TGA520 and KX-TGA523. To order, see page 3. Preparation Wrong handset Refer to manual Cause & Remedy Troubleshooting If the handset display shows error messages, see “If the Following Appear on Your Display...” (p. 67–69) for the Cause & Remedy.
TG5230.fm Page 70 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Troubleshooting Problem 70 Cause & Remedy The handset display is blank. • If the handset display is blank, fully charge the battery (p. 12). You cannot program any function items. • Programming is not possible while the handset and/or base unit is being used. • Do not pause for over 60 seconds while programming. • Walk closer to the base unit. While programming or searching, the handset or base unit starts to ring and the program/search stops.
TG5230.fm Page 71 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Troubleshooting The handset and/or base unit does not announce the displayed caller’s name properly. • Name pronunciation may vary. Name pronunciation quality is based on names most commonly used in the United States. • The handset and/or base unit will announce each letter of abbreviations, such as “Co.” and “Inc.”. • Caller ID supports names of up to 15 letters.
TG5230.fm Page 72 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Troubleshooting Problem 72 Cause & Remedy You cannot have a conversation using the headset. • Make sure the optional headset is connected properly (p. 59). • If “SP-phone” is displayed on the handset, press [C] to switch to the headset. If you cannot solve your problem • Visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com/support • Contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.
TG5230.fm Page 73 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Important Safety Instructions When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. Preparation 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit. 3. Unplug this unit from AC outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4.
TG5230.fm Page 74 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Use only the battery(ies) specified. 2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may explode. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions. 3. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin.
TG5230.fm Page 75 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM FCC and Other Information Useful Information 75 Answering System For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Telephone System This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
TG5230.fm Page 76 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM FCC and Other Information CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
TG5230.fm Page 77 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM FCC and Other Information Preparation • Environment — do not place the unit in a room where the temperature is less than 5°C (41°F) or greater than 40°C (104°F). Allow 10 cm (4”) clearance around the unit for proper ventilation. Avoid excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, shock, or direct sunlight.
TG5230.fm Page 78 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Index F A Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Accessory handset. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Answering calls, base unit . . . . . . 26 Answering calls, handset . . . . . . . 26 Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 26, 43 B Backlit LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Base unit location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 12 − Battery information . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Battery replacement.
TG5230.fm Page 79 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Index P V Redial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 25 Redial list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 − Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65, 66 Registration, canceling . . . . . . . . . 65 Ringer off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 19, 26 Ringer tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 20 Ringer volume . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 19 Room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Rotary service, tone dialing . . . . .
TG5230.fm Page 80 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM Specifications N Handset Power Supply: Ni-MH battery (3.6 V, 830 mAh) Frequency: 5.76 GHz – 5.84 GHz Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 220 mm x 53 mm x 37 mm (8 21/32" x 2 3/32" x 1 15/32") Mass (Weight): Approx. 210 g (0.46 lb.) Security Codes: 1,000,000 N Base Unit Power Supply: AC adaptor (120 V AC, 60 Hz) Power Consumption: Standby: Approx. 2.5 W Maximum: Approx. 6.0 W Frequency: 5.76 GHz – 5.84 GHz Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx.
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TG5230.fm Page 84 Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:51 AM For product service • Visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com/support • Contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo • Call us at: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) When you ship the product • Carefully pack your unit, preferably in the original carton. • Attach a letter, detailing the symptom, to the outside of the carton. Symptom • Send the unit to an authorized servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured.
