Panasonic KX-TGA680 User manual

PanasoniC
Installation Manual
Additional Digital Cordless Handset
Model No. KX-TGA680
DECT
6.0
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
This unit is an additional handset compatible with the following series of
Panasonic Digital Cordless Phone:
KX-TG6841/KX-TG7841/KX-TG7871
(The corresponding models are subject to change without notice.)
You must register this handset with your base unit before it can be used. This
installation manual describes only the steps needed to register and begin
using the handset. Please read the base unit's operating instructions for
further details.
Please read this installation manual before using the unit and save it for future
reference.
For assistance, visit our Web site:
http://www.panasonic.com/help
for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
© Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd. 2012
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Printed in China PNQX5772ZA PP1212MGO (E)

Installation
Accessory
information
Supplied accessories
Accessory item/Ordernumber
Charger/PNLC
1
040ZB
Rechargeable batteries/HHR-4DPA
Handset cover*1/PNYNTGA680BR
Belt clip/PNKE1268Z1
*1
The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
Note:
Quantity
1
2
1
1
• Please read the base unit's operating instructions for additional/replacement
accessories.
-Optional headsets: KX-TCA60, KX-TCA93, KX-TCA400, KX-TCA430
Setting
up
Connections/Wall mounting
27.2 mm
Note:
(1
1/16 inches)
Screws
(Not supplied) • To power outlet
• The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor
. to feel warm during use.)
• Make sure that the wall and the fixing method are strong enough to support the
weight
of
the unit.
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assistance, please
visit
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Battery installation/Battery charging
Important:
Installation
• Use the supplied rechargeable batteries. For replacement, we recommend using
the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page
2.
• Wipe the battery ends(~, 8> with a dry cloth.
• Avoid touching the battery
ends(~, 8> or the unit contacts.
• Confirm correct polarities
(~, 8).
• USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.
• Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries.
Charge for about 7 hours.
• When the batteries are fully charged, "Fully charged" is displayed.
Note:
Rechargeable
Ni-MH ONLY
~
Q
"Charqinq"
is displayed.
• Ifthe batteries are fully charged, but the operating time seems to
be shorter,
clean the battery
ends(~, 8> and the charge contacts with a dry cloth and
charge again.
Registering a handset to a base unit
1 Base unit:
Press and hold [LOCATOR] for about 5 seconds.
• Depending on the base unit, a registration tone sounds.
• Ifall registered handsets start ringing, press
[LOCATOR] again to stop,
then repeat this step.
2 Handset:
Place the handset on the base unit or charger, then wait until a long beep
sounds and
Tis displayed.
Note:
• Ifan error tone sounds, or ifY is displayed, register the handset according to
the base unit's operating instructions.
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Installation
Display language
1 [MENU][!][1J[][Q]
2
[~]:Select
the desired
setting.~
[SAVE]~
[OFF]
For
your
safety
To prevent severe injury and loss
of
life/property, read this section carefully before
using the product to ensure proper and safe operation
of
your product.
WARNING
Powerconnection·
• Completely insert the AC adaptor/power plug into the power outlet. Failure to do
so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a fire.
• Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it
from the power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust may cause
an insulation defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.
• Unplug the product 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 emitting and contact the Panasonic Call Center
at 1-800-211- PANA (1-800-211-7262).
Installation
• To prevent the risk
of
fire
or
electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain
or
any type
of
moisture.
• Do not place or use this product near automatically controlled devices such as
automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may
cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.
CAUTION
Installation and location
• The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible.
Battery
• We recommend using the supplied batteries
or
additional/replacement batteries
noted on page 2 for replacement battery information.
USE
ONLY rechargeable
Ni-MH batteries
AAA
(R03) size.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
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Installation
• Do not open
or
mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte from the batteries is
corrosive and may cause burns
or
injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is
toxic and may be harmful if swallowed.
• Exercise care when handling the batteries. Do not allow conductive materials
such as rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the batteries, otherwise a short circuit
may cause the batteries and/or the conductive material to overheat and cause
burns.
• Charge the batteries provided with
or
identified for use with this product only, in
accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.
• Only use a compatible base unit (or charger) to charge the batteries. Do not
tamper with the base unit (or charger). Failure to follow these instructions may
cause the batteries to swell
or
explode.
Attention:
A nickel metal hydride battery that is
recyclable powers the product you have
purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BA
TTERY
(
1-800-822-8837) for information on how
to recycle this battery.
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Installation
Importantsafety
instructions
When using your product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk
of
fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1.
Do not use this product nearwaterfor example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement
or
near a swimming pool.
2.
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity
of
the leak.
3.
Use only the power cord and batteries indicated
in
this manual. Do not dispose
of
batteries
in
a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible
special disposal instructions.
SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Other information
• Operating the product nearelectrical appliances may cause interference. Move
away from the electrical appliances.
CAUTION: Risk
of
explosion
if
battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose
of
used batteries according to the instructions.
Routine care
• Wipe the outersurface
of
the
product
with
a
soft
moist
cloth.
• Do not use benzine, thinner,
or
any abrasive powder.
Notice
for
product disposal, transfer,
or
return
• This product can store your private/confidential information. To protect your
privacy/confidentiality,
we
recommend that you erase information such as
phonebook
or
caller list entries from the memory before you dispose of, transfer,
or
return the product.
FCC and other information
This equipment is hearing aid compatible as defined by the FCC
in
47 CFR Section
68.316.
When you hold the phone to your ear, noise might be heard in your Hearing Aid.
Some Hearing Aids are not adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency)
energy. If noise occurs, use an optional headset accessory
or
the speakerphone
option (if applicable) when using this phone. Consult with your audiologist or
Hearing Aid manufacturer about the availability
of
Hearing Aids which provide
adequate shielding to RF energy commonly emitted by digital devices.
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Installation
WHEN PROGRAMMING EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND(OR) MAKING TEST
CALLS TO EMERGENCY NUMBERS:
1) Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcherthe reason for the call.
2) Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning
or
late
evenings.
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. Privacy
of
communications may not be ensured when using this phone.
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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, ifnot installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If
this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or
television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one
or
more
of
the following measures:
-Reorient
or
relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differentfrom that to which the
receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer
or
an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC
RF
Exposure Warning:
• This product complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for
an
uncontrolled environment.
• This handset may not be collocated or operated
in
conjunction with any other
antenna
or
transmitter.
• The handset may be carried and operated with only the specific provided
belt-clip. Other non-tested belt-clips or similar body-worn accessories may not
comply and must be avoided.
Notice:
• FCC ID can be found inside the battery compartment or on the bottom
of
the
unit.
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Installation
Compliance with TIA-1083 standard:
Compatible
with
Hearing
Aid
T-Coil
TIA-1083
Notice:
Telephone handsets identified with this logo have reduced
noise and interference when used with T
-Coil equipped
hearing aids and cochlear implants.
•This
product is designed for use in the United States
of
America. Sale or use
of
this product
in
other countries may violate local laws.
•Cet
appareil est
con~u
pour etre utilise aux Etats-Unis d'Amerique. La vente
ou l'emploi de cet appareil dans certains autres pays peut constituer une
infraction a
Ia
legislation locale.
• Este producto esta disenado para usarse en los Estados Unidos de America.
La venta o el empleo de este producto en ciertos paises puede constituir
violaci6n de
Ia
legislaci6n local.
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IMPORTANT!
If
your
product
is
not
working
properly
...
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ReconnectAC
adaptor
to
the
base unit.
® Check
if
telephone line
cord
is
connected.
® Use rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
(Aikaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries CANNOT
be
used.)
@ Read
troubleshooting
page
in
the base unit's
Operating Instructions.
Visit
our
Web site: http://www.panasonic.com/help
• FAQ and
troubleshooting
hints
are available.
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Appendix
Customerservices
Customer
Services
Directory
(United
States
and
Puerto
Rico
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest
Dealer
or
Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories;
or
make Customer
Service and Literature requests by visiting
our
Web Site at:
http://www.panasonic.com/help
or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262),
Monday -Friday 9
am
to
9 pm; Saturday -Sunday
10
am
to 7 pm,
EST.
TTY
users
(hearing
or
speech
impaired
users)
can
ca111-877-833-8855.
Accessory
Purchases
(United
States
and
Puerto
Rico
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online
for
all Panasonic
Products by visiting
our
Web Site at:
http://www.pstc.panasonic.com
or, send
your
request by E-mail to:
[email protected]
You
may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone)
1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday- Friday 9
am
to 9 pm,
EST.)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421
84th Avenue South, Kent,
WA
98032
(We
Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal
Checks.)
TTY
users
(hearing
or
speech
impaired
users)
can
ca111-866-605-1277.
For
assistance, please
visit
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Appendix
Warranty (ForUnited States and Puerto Rico)
PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic
Way,
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Telephone Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because
of
a defect in materials or workmanship,
Panasonic Corporation
of
North America (referred to as "the warrantor") will, for the length
of
the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date
of
original purchase
("Limited Warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished
parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace
will be made by the warrantor.
Parts
Labor
One (1) Year
One
(1) Year
During the "Labor" Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the
"Parts" Limited Warranty period, there will be no charge for parts.
You
must mail-in your
product prepaid during the Limited Warranty period. This Limited Warranty excludes both
parts and labor for batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This Limited Warranty
only applies to products purchased and serviced
in
the United States
or
Puerto Rico. This
Limited Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and only covers products
purchased as new.
Ship-In
Service
For assistance in the continental United States and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs please
ship the product prepaid to:
Panasonic
Exchange
Center,
4900
George
McVay Drive,
Suite
B
Door
#12,
McAllen,
TX
78503
[email protected]
Online
Repair
Request
To
submit a new repair and for quick repair status visit our web site at
http://www.panasonic.com/help
When shipping the unit carefully pack
in
a padded shipping carton, include all accessories,
and send it prepaid. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a
day time phone number where you can be reached.
P.O.
Boxes are not acceptable. Keep
the tracking number for your records. A copy
of
valid registered receipt is required under
the 1 year parts and labor Limited Warranty.
For Limited Warranty service for headsets ifa headset is included with this product please
follow instructions above.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER
WILL
BE
REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE
INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID
AND
PLACE
OF PURCHASE.
CUSTOMER
WILL
BE
CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR
OF
ANY
UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT
SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
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Appendix
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship,
and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear
or
cosmetic damage. The Limited Warranty
ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred
in
shipment, orfailures which are
caused by products not supplied by the warrantor,
or
failures which result from accidents,
misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment
of
consumer controls, improper maintenance,
power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction
of
sand, humidity or liquids,
commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use
of
the
product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center
or
otherAuthorized
Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts
of
God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPTAS LISTED UNDER "LIMITED
WARRANTY COVERAGE". THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. (As examples, this
excludes damages for lost time, lost calls or messages, cost
of
having someone remove or
re-install an installed unit
if
applicable, travel to and from the servicer. The items listed are not
exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD
OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of
incidental or consequential damages,
or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state. Ifa problem with this product develops during
or
after the
Limited Warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. Ifthe problem is not
handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's ConsumerAffairs Department atthe
addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
When you ship the product
• Carefully pack your unit, preferably
in
the original carton.
• Attach a letter, detailing the symptom.
• Send the unit to Panasonic Exchange Center, prepaid and adequately insured.
• Do not send your unit to Panasonic Corporation
of
North America listed on the front
cover or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer
products.
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