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Panasonic KX-TG4381AL Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic KX-TG4381AL Operating Instructions Manual

5.8 ghz digital cordless phone

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Model shown is KX-TG4381AL.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate
service offered by your service provider/telephone company.
Charge the batteries for about 7 hours before initial use.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save
them for future reference.

Operating Instructions

5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Phone
Model No.
Model No.
5.8 GHz Digital Cordless
Model No.
Model No.
Model No.
Model No.
KX-TG4381AL
with 2 Handsets
KX-TG4382AL
Answering System
KX-TG4391AL
with 2 Handsets
KX-TG4392AL
with 3 Handsets
KX-TG4393AL
with 4 Handsets
KX-TG4394AL

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Model shown is KX-TG4381AL. This unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider/telephone company. Charge the batteries for about 7 hours before initial use. Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Product information ....3 Accessory information ... . . 5 For your safety ....6 Important safety instructions .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Product information Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic digital cordless phone. L The suffix (AL) in the following model numbers will be omitted in these instructions: KX-TG4381AL/KX-TG4382AL/KX-TG4391AL/KX-TG4392AL/KX-TG4393AL/ KX-TG4394AL L References in these operating instructions to the charger and multiple handsets are for KX-TG4382/KX-TG4392/KX-TG4393/KX-TG4394 only.
  • Page 4 Feature differences Model No. Answering system KX-TG4381 KX-TG4382 KX-TG4391 KX-TG4392 KX-TG4393 KX-TG4394 *1 Intercom calls can be made between the handset and base unit. *2 Intercom calls can be made between the handsets. Intercom | ⇔ N – – N ⇔ N –...
  • Page 5: Accessory Information

    *2 The handset cover comes attached to the handset. Replacement battery information L Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information. L Replace batteries only with a nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) type of battery. This model requires 2 AAA (R03) batteries for every handset. For best performance, we recommend using Panasonic rechargeable batteries (Order No.
  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    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 Power connection L Use only the power source marked on the product. L Do not overload power outlets and extension cords.
  • Page 7 CAUTION Installation and relocation L Never install telephone wiring during an electrical storm. L Never install telephone line sockets in wet locations unless the socket 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.
  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions

    SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For best performance Base unit location/avoiding noise The base unit and other compatible Panasonic units use radio waves to communicate with each other. L For maximum coverage and noise- free communications, place your base unit: – at a convenient, high, and central...
  • Page 9 Routine care L Wipe the outer surface of the product with a soft cloth. L Do not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder. Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return L This product can store your private/confidential information. To protect your privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that you erase the information such as phonebook or...
  • Page 10: Preparation

    Controls Base unit ■ KX-TG4381/KX-TG4382 A Charge contacts B {LOCATOR} ■ KX-TG4391/KX-TG4392/ KX-TG4393/KX-TG4394 A B C D E A Charge contacts B Speaker C {■} (STOP) D {ERASE} E {GREETING REC} (Recording) F {GREETING CHECK} G {^} (VOL.: Volume up) {V} (VOL.: Volume down) {7} (Repeat) {8} (Skip)
  • Page 11 Handset KX-TG4381 A Speaker B {MENU} C Soft keys D Headset socket E {C} (TALK) F {s} (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone) G Dial keypad H {RECALL} {CALL WAIT} I Charge indicator Ringer indicator Message indicator J Receiver K Display L {OFF} M Navigator key ({^}/{V}/{<}/{>}) ? (Volume: {^}/{V}) N {PAUSE} {REDIAL} O {HOLD}...
  • Page 12: Display

    (C). Base unit L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV207AL. L Use only the supplied telephone line cord. Using another telephone line cord may not allow the unit to work properly.
  • Page 13: Battery Installation And Replacement

    AAA (R03) size. – Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd batteries. – We recommend using the Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on page 5, 7. Press the notch on the handset cover firmly, and slide it in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 14: Battery Charge

    L KX-TG4391/KX-TG4392/ KX-TG4393/KX-TG4394 The batteries need to be charged if the handset beeps while you are engaged in a call or operating the answering system remotely. Panasonic Ni-MH battery performance (supplied batteries) Operation In continuous Not in use (standby) While using the...
  • Page 15: Symbols Used In These Operating Instructions

    the base unit or charger without any ill effect on the batteries. L The battery level may not be displayed correctly after you replace the batteries. In this case, place the handset on the base unit or charger and let it charge for at least 7 hours. Symbols used in these operating instructions Symbol...
  • Page 16: Making/Answering Calls

    Making calls Lift the handset and dial the phone number. L To correct a digit, press {Clear}. Press {C} or {Call}. When you finish talking, press {OFF} or place the handset on the base unit or charger. Using the speakerphone Dial the phone number, and press {s}.
  • Page 17: Useful Features During A Call

    Adjusting the handset ringer volume Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the desired volume while the handset is ringing for an incoming call. Note: L You can also program the handset ringer volume beforehand (page 23). Temporary handset ringer off While the handset is ringing for a call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing {OFF}.
  • Page 18: Call Share

    Mute While mute is turned on, you can hear the other party, but the other party cannot hear you. Press {Mute} during an outside call. L {Mute} flashes. To return to the conversation, press {Mute} again. Note: L {Mute} is a soft key visible on the handset display during a call.
  • Page 19: Phonebook

    Phonebook The phonebook allows you to make calls without having to dial manually. You can add 50 names and phone numbers to the phonebook. Important: L KX-TG4382/KX-TG4392/ KX-TG4393/KX-TG4394: If you add entries on one handset, the entries can be shared on all handsets. Only 1 person can access the phonebook at a time.
  • Page 20: Editing Entries

    Editing entries Find the desired entry (page 19). i {Option} {V}/{^}: “Edit” i {Select} Edit the name if necessary (16 characters max.; page 19). i {Next} Edit the phone number if necessary (32 digits max.). i {Next} i {Save} i {OFF} Erasing entries Find the desired entry (page 19).
  • Page 21: Programming

    Programmable settings You can customise the unit by programming the following features using the handset. To access the features, there are 2 methods: – scrolling through the display menus (page 21) – using the direct commands (page 23) L Mainly the direct command method is used in these operating instructions. Programming by scrolling through the display menus {MENU} Press {V} or {^} to select the desired main menu.
  • Page 22 Main menu Initial setting *1 If you program these settings using one of the handsets, you do not need to program the same item using another handset. (KX-TG4382/KX-TG4392/ KX-TG4393/KX-TG4394) *2 This feature allows the unit to automatically adjust the date and time setting when caller information is received.
  • Page 23 Programming using the direct commands {MENU} i {#} Enter the desired feature code. Enter the desired setting code. i {Save} L This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed. L To exit the operation, press {OFF}. Note: L In the following table, < > indicates the default settings. Feature Feature code...
  • Page 24 Feature Feature code Store VM {3}{3}{1} access# Time {2}{2}{6} adjustment (Caller ID subscribers only) V.M. access {3}{3}{0} For the answering system (KX-TG4391/KX-TG4392/KX-TG4393/KX-TG4394) Feature Feature code Message play {3}{0}{0} Recording time {3}{0}{5} Remote code {3}{0}{6} Ring count {2}{1}{1} *1 If “System setting” column is checked, you do not need to program the same item using another handset.
  • Page 25: Special Instructions For Programmable

    Special instructions for programmable settings Night mode Night mode allows you to select a span of time during which the handset will not ring for outside calls. This feature is useful for instances when you do not want to be disturbed, for example, while sleeping.
  • Page 26: Customer Support

    Note: L To stop the alarm, press any dial key or place the handset on the base unit or charger. L When the handset is in use, the alarm will not sound until the handset is in standby mode. L If you select “Once”, the setting changes to “Off”...
  • Page 27: Caller Id Service

    Using Caller ID service Important: L This unit is Caller ID compatible. To use Caller ID features (such as displaying caller phone numbers), you must subscribe to Caller ID service. Contact your service provider/telephone company for details. Caller ID features When an outside call is being received, the phone number is displayed.
  • Page 28: Caller List

    phonebook, the assigned ringer rings after the caller information is displayed. If you select “No Ringer ID” (default), the handset uses the ringer tone you selected on page 23 when a call is received from that caller. L The ringer may be changed after the 2nd ring.
  • Page 29: The Phonebook

    Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back You can edit a phone number in the caller list. {View CID} {V}/{^}: Select the desired entry. i {Select} i {Edit} Add or erase digits to the beginning of the number as necessary. L To add a digit, press the desired dial key.
  • Page 30: Answering System

    Answering system Available for: KX-TG4391/KX-TG4392/ KX-TG4393/KX-TG4394 The answering system can answer and record calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone. You can also set the unit to play a greeting message but not to record caller messages. Select “Greeting only”...
  • Page 31: Listening To Messages Using The Base Unit

    Recording your greeting message You can record your own greeting message (2 minutes max.). {GREETING REC} Within 10 seconds, press {GREETING REC} again. After the base unit beeps, speak clearly about 20 cm away from the MIC. Press {■} (STOP) to stop recording. Using a pre-recorded greeting message If you erase or do not record your own...
  • Page 32: Listening To Messages Using The Handset

    Listening to messages using the handset When new messages have been recorded: – “New message” is displayed. – The message indicator on the handset flashes slowly if the message alert feature is turned on (page 35). {MENU} {V}/{^}: “Message play” i {Select} L If new messages have been recorded, the handset plays back...
  • Page 33: Remote Operation

    Remote operation Using a touch-tone phone, you can call your phone number from outside and access the unit to listen to messages or change answering system settings. The unit’s voice guidance prompts you to press certain dial keys to perform different operations.
  • Page 34: Answering System Settings

    *2 To resume operation, enter a remote command within 15 seconds, or the voice guidance starts. Turning on the answering system remotely If the answering system is off, you can turn it on remotely. Dial your phone number. Let the phone ring 15 times. L The greeting message is played back.
  • Page 35: Message Alert

    the voice mail provided by your service provider/telephone company. Caller’s recording time You can change the maximum message recording time allotted to each caller. You can also select “Greeting only” which sets the unit to greet callers but not record messages. The default setting is “3min”.
  • Page 36: Voice Mail Service

    Voice mail service Voice mail is an automatic answering service offered by your service provider/telephone company. After you subscribe to this service, your service provider/telephone company’s voice mail system answers calls for you when you are unavailable to answer the phone or when your line is busy.
  • Page 37: Intercom/Locator

    Intercom Intercom calls can be made between the following units: KX-TG4382: between handsets KX-TG4391: between the handset and base unit KX-TG4392: between handsets, or KX-TG4393 between the handset and KX-TG4394 base unit Note: L If you receive an outside call while talking on the intercom, you hear 2 tones.
  • Page 38: Handset Locator

    have a conference call with an outside party. During an outside call, press {INTERCOM} to put the call on hold. Proceed with the operation for your model. ■ KX-TG4382/KX-TG4392 Press the right soft key. ■ KX-TG4393/KX-TG4394 {V}/{^}: Select the desired unit. i {Transfer} Wait for the paged party to answer.
  • Page 39: Useful Information

    Wall mounting Base unit Lead the telephone line cord through the hole in the wall mounting adaptor in the direction of the arrow. Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor (A). Connect the AC adaptor cord and telephone line cord (B).
  • Page 40: Belt Clip

    Connect the telephone line cord. Drive the screws (not included) into the wall. Mount the unit, and then slide it down. Connect the AC adaptor to power outlet (page 12). (220–240V AC, 50/60 Hz) To remove the wall mounting adaptor While pushing down the release levers (A), remove the adaptor (B).
  • Page 41: Error Messages

    Error messages If the unit detects a problem, one of the following messages is shown on the display. Display message Busy System is busy. Please try again later. Check tel line Don’t use this battery. Error!! Insert battery Invalid No link to base. Reconnect AC adaptor.
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you still have difficulties after following the instructions in this section, disconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor, then reconnect the base unit’s AC adaptor. Remove the batteries from the handset, and then insert the batteries into the handset again. General use Problem The unit does not work.
  • Page 43 Battery recharge Problem The handset beeps and/or 7 flashes. I fully charged the batteries, but 7 still flashes or 8 is displayed. I fully charged the batteries, but the operating time seems to be shorter. Making/answering calls, intercom Problem Noise is heard, sound cuts in and out.
  • Page 44 L If your unit is connected to any additional telephone equipment such as a Caller ID box or cordless telephone line socket, plug the unit directly into the wall socket. L If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we...
  • Page 45 Problem I cannot operate the answering system. I cannot operate the answering system remotely. While recording a greeting message or listening to messages, the unit rings and recording stops. Cause/solution L Someone is using the unit. Wait for the other user to finish.
  • Page 46 {#}{1}{3}{1} i {3}{3}{5} i {OK} i {1}, {2}, {3} or {4} (The handset number which you want to cancel). Try to re-register it again. L If the above remedy does not solve the problem, consult your nearest Panasonic service centre.
  • Page 47 Liquid damage Problem Liquid or other form of moisture has entered the handset/base unit. Caution: L To avoid permanent damage, do not use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process. Cause/solution L Disconnect the AC adaptor and telephone line cord from the base unit.
  • Page 48: Instructions To Customer

    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).
  • Page 49 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...
  • Page 50: Specifications

    Specifications General Operating environment Frequency Base unit Dimensions Mass (Weight) Power consumption RF Transmission power Power supply Handset Dimensions Mass (Weight) RF Transmission power Power supply Charger (KX-TG4382/KX-TG4392/KX-TG4393/KX-TG4394) Dimensions Mass (Weight) Power consumption Power supply Note: L Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. L The illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product.
  • Page 51: Index

    Index Alarm: 25 Answering calls: 16 Answering system Call screening: 30 Erasing messages: 31, 32, 33 Greeting only: 35 Listening to messages: 31, 32, 33 Number of rings: 34 Recording time: 35 Remote access code: 33 Remote operation: 33 Ring count: 34 Toll saver: 34 Turning on/off: 30, 32, 34 Area code: 28...
  • Page 52 1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Copyright: This material is copyrighted by Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd., and may be reproduced for internal use only. All other reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the written consent of Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.

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