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Operating Instructions

5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Answering System
KX-TG5456
Model No.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. To use this feature, you must
subscribe to the appropriate service offered by your service provider.
Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use.
Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save
for future reference.
For assistance, visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com for
customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use. Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save for future reference. For assistance, visit our website: http://www.panasonic.com for customers in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Viewing the caller list and calling back ......28 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back .
  • Page 3 Customer services ....71 Index Index......72 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Table of Contents...
  • Page 4 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephone. We recommend keeping a record of the following information for future reference. Serial No. Date of purchase (found on the bottom of the unit) Name and address of dealer Attach your purchase receipt here.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Accessory items Order number Rechargeable nickel metal HHR-P104 hydride (Ni-MH) battery Headset KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88, KX-TCA88HA, KX-TCA91, KX-TCA92, or KX-TCA98 Battery back-up power KX-TCA200 supply For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Introduction Order number Quantity PQLV1Z PQJA10075Z PQKL10068Z1 HHR-P104 PQYNTG5421SR PQKE10396Z1 PQJA10165Z...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently used. 12. Unplug this unit from power outlets and...
  • Page 7 L Unplug this unit 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 and contact the Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (7262). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Introduction Medical...
  • Page 8: For Best Performance

    (41 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp basements should also be avoided. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport L The maximum calling distance may be shortened when the unit is used in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, undergrounds, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.
  • Page 9: Preparation

    L The unit will not work during a power failure. We recommend connecting a standard telephone to the same telephone line or to the same telephone jack using the Panasonic KX-J66 T-adaptor. Emergency power can be supplied to the unit by connecting a Panasonic battery back-up power supply noted on page 5.
  • Page 10: Battery Installation

    To single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) Telephone Noise filter line cord (For DSL users) For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Battery installation Insert the battery (1), and press it down until it snaps into the compartment (2). Close the handset cover.
  • Page 11: Battery Charge

    Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust, or high humidity. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Preparation Battery strength You can confirm the battery strength on the handset display.
  • Page 12: Battery Replacement

    Preparation Battery performance After your Panasonic battery is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Operation Operating time While in use Up to 5 hours (talking) While not in use Up to 11 days (standby) While using the Up to 3 hours...
  • Page 13: Screen Saver Mode

    Example: 3:30PM NOV.10 To cancel screen saver mode To use the handset when it is in screen saver mode, first press {OFF} to turn the display on again. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 14: Controls And Displays

    C Speaker D Display E {ANSWER ON} ANSWER ON indicator F {GREETING REC} (Recording) G {GREETING CHECK} H {ERASE} For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport I Charge contacts J {LOCATOR/INTERCOM} K MIC (Microphone) L VOL. (Volume) {<} {>} M {STOP} N {MESSAGE} MESSAGE indicator O {<} (Repeat)
  • Page 15: Display

    M {CLEAR} {MUTE} N {INTERCOM} {HOLD} O Microphone P Charge contacts For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Using the navigator key The handset navigator key can be used to navigate through menus and to select items shown on the display, by pressing {^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}.
  • Page 16 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Handset menu icons When in standby mode, pressing {MENU} (middle soft key) reveals the handset’s main menu. From here you can access various features and settings.
  • Page 17 The handset display and dialing buttons will light for a few seconds after pressing any of the handset’s controls or lifting the handset off the base unit. They will also light when a call is being received. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Preparation...
  • Page 18: Setting The Unit Before Use

    Time:12:00 AM 0-9=Date&Time Enter the current hour and minute (12- hour clock format) by selecting 2 digits for each. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Example: 9:30 PM Press {0}{9} {3}{0}. Select “AM” or “PM” by pressing {AM/ PM}. Press {SAVE}.
  • Page 19: Making/Answering Calls

    When the other party answers, speak into the microphone. When finished talking, press {OFF} or place the handset on the base unit. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Making/Answering Calls Note: L Talk alternately with the caller in a quiet room.
  • Page 20: Answering Calls

    L To delete the displayed number, press {CLEAR}. L To exit the list, press {OFF}. Press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering calls When a call is being received, the ringer indicator flashes rapidly. Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}.
  • Page 21: Useful Features During A Call

    To turn this feature on or off, press {3}. L You can also turn this feature on or off by pressing {V} or {^} then pressing {SELECT}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Making/Answering Calls L When turned on, W will be displayed.
  • Page 22: Pause Button (For Pbx/Long Distance Service Users)

    Call Waiting. Note: L To change the flash time, see page 41. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport For Call Waiting service users To use Call Waiting, you must subscribe to your telephone company’s Call Waiting service.
  • Page 23: Phonebook

    3. Example: 555-765-4321 Press {SAVE}. L To add other items, repeat from step Press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Phonebook Note: L Caller ID subscribers can use ringer ID and light-up ID features (page 27). Character table The dial keys can be used to enter characters.
  • Page 24: Calling Someone In The Phonebook

    L To exit the phonebook, press {OFF}. L To dial the displayed number, press {C}, {s}, or {CALL}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Editing items in the phonebook Press {C} (right soft key). Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to display the desired item.
  • Page 25: Chain Dial Feature

    PIN as necessary (page 22). L If you have rotary or pulse service, you need to press {*} before pressing {MENU} in step 1 to change the dialing mode temporarily to tone. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Phonebook...
  • Page 26: Caller Id Service

    L If the unit is connected to a PBX system, caller information may not be received properly. Consult your PBX supplier. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Call Waiting Caller ID display If you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services, the 2nd caller’s information will be displayed after...
  • Page 27: Ringer Id And Light-Up Id

    Press {OPTION}. Press {1} to select “Ringer ID”. To select a tone or melody, scroll to “Tone & Melody”, then press {SELECT}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Caller ID Service To select a song, scroll to “Customized ring”, then press {SELECT}.
  • Page 28: Caller List

    (“×2” to “×9”). Only the date and time of the most recent call will be stored. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport L A Q is displayed next to items which have already been viewed or answered on this handset.
  • Page 29: Storing Caller Information Into The Phonebook

    Press {OFF} to exit. Note: L If the caller information does not include a phone number, you cannot store it in the phonebook. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Caller ID Service Erasing caller information Erasing a selected item Press {CID} (left soft key).
  • Page 30: Intercom Features

    {s}. To switch back to the receiver, press {C}. L To adjust the base unit’s speaker volume, press {>} or {<} repeatedly. 8 levels (high to low) are available. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport From the base unit to the handset Base unit: Press {LOCATOR/INTERCOM}.
  • Page 31: Programmable Settings

    Ringer volume Ringer tone Customize ring Ring color Display setting Wallpaper Appearance LCD contrast Function Voice enhancer Caller IQ Customer support For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Sub-menu 2 – – – – – – – – – –...
  • Page 32 Set tel line Registration Change language Set date & time Date and time Time adjustment *1 Caller IQ subscribers only. See the included “Caller IQ” leaflet for more information. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Sub-menu 2 Page – – – –...
  • Page 33: Programming Via Direct Commands

    {1} {2} {0} Set flash time {1} {2} {1} Set line mode {1} {2} {2} Registration {1} {3} {0} For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Setting code Enter date and time. (Default: 12.31.2005) {1}: English* {2}: Spanish {1}: Pulse {2}: Tone*...
  • Page 34 {2} {7} {0} Message playback {3} {0} {0} Recording time {3} {0} {5} For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Setting code {1}: Level 1 {2}: Level 2 {3}: Level 3* {4}: Level 4 {5}: Level 5 {6}: Level 6 {1}: Low {2}: Medium {3}: High* {0}: Off Scroll to “Tone &...
  • Page 35 (Base unit) Talking Caller ID {*} {1} {6} {2} (Base unit) Interrupt tone {*} {2} {0} {1} (Base unit) For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Setting code Enter remote code. (Default: 11) {1}: On {0}: Off* Confirm URL address.
  • Page 36: Ringer Settings K

    L When the ringer volume is set to off, the handset will not announce caller names (page 26). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Handset ringer tone You can change the ringer tone heard when an outside call is received. There are 3 tones, 4 melodies, and 2 songs.
  • Page 37: Recording Songs From An Audio Device For Ringer Tones (Customize Ring)

    For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Connect the audio device to the handset using the included audio cable.
  • Page 38: Ring Color

    Changing the name of a song Press {MENU} (middle soft key). Scroll to K, then press {SELECT}. Scroll to “Customize ring”, then press {SELECT}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Scroll to “Rename”, then press {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired song.
  • Page 39: Function M

    Scroll to “Customer support”, then press {SELECT}. L “www.panasonic.com/support” will be displayed. Press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Display setting L Wallpaper You can select the “wallpaper” shown on the display in standby mode. There are 3 patterns.
  • Page 40: Handset Display Color (Appearance)

    {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Initial setting N Handset Talking Caller ID You can turn the Talking Caller ID feature (page 26) on or off for the handset.
  • Page 41: Auto Talk

    Scroll to “Interrupt tone”, then press {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Handset display language You can select either “English” or “Español” as the display language.
  • Page 42: Line Mode

    Scroll to “Set line mode”, then press {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Base unit settings Base unit ringer volume 4 levels (high/medium/low/off) are available.
  • Page 43: Re-Registering The Handset

    {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “On” or “Off”. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Programmable Settings Re-registering the handset If “No link to base. Move closer to base, try again.” is displayed...
  • Page 44: Set Date & Time O

    Scroll to “Time adjustment”, then press {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select “Manual” or “Caller ID[auto]”. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. Note: L To use this feature, set the date and time manually first (page 18). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 45: Answering System Features

    Make sure the date and time have been set (page 18). L You can select the caller’s recording time (page 53). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Recording your greeting message You can record your own greeting message (max.
  • Page 46: Erasing Your Greeting Message

    “Greeting only”: “Hello, we are not available now. Please call again. Thank you for your call.” To play back the pre-recorded greeting, press {GREETING CHECK}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Turning the answering system on/off ANSWER ON indicator {ANSWER ON} {<}, {>}...
  • Page 47: Listening To Messages

    L When you have no new messages, the unit will announce “No new messages. All message playback”, and will play back all messages. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Note: L The display shows the message number during playback.
  • Page 48: Listening To Messages Using The Handset

    L After the last message is played back, the unit’s voice guidance starts. Follow the guidance as necessary. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Press {OFF} when finished. Note: L Adjust the speaker or receiver volume using {V} or {^}.
  • Page 49: Memory Capacity

    L To edit the number before calling back, press {EDIT} repeatedly to select the desired format (page 28), then press {CALL}, {C}, or {s}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Memory capacity The total recording capacity (including your greeting message and caller messages) is about 21 minutes.
  • Page 50: Remote Operation

    L You can hang up at any time. L You can ignore the voice guidance and control the unit using remote commands. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Voice guidance During remote operation, the unit’s voice guidance will prompt you to press {1} to perform a specific operation, or press {2} to listen to more available operations.
  • Page 51 L You can hang up, or if you call from a touch tone phone, you can enter your remote code and begin remote operation (page 50). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Skipping the greeting message to leave a message You can leave a message just as any outside caller can.
  • Page 52: Answering System Settings J

    Press {MENU} (middle soft key). Scroll to J, then press {SELECT}. Scroll to “Ring count”, then press {SELECT}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. Note: L Usually the unit will announce the caller’s name after the 2nd ring.
  • Page 53: Caller's Recording Time

    {SELECT}. Press {V} or {^} repeatedly to select the desired setting. Press {SAVE}, then press {OFF}. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Answering System Features Message alert You can select whether or not the message indicator on the handset will flash when new messages have been recorded (page 47).
  • Page 54: Useful Information

    The base unit can be mounted on a wall phone plate. Connect the AC adaptor. Tuck the telephone line cord inside the wall mounting adaptor (1). Connect the telephone line cord (2). Insert the hooks on the wall mounting adaptor into the holes (A) and (B) on the base unit.
  • Page 55 Adjust the adaptor to hold the base unit, then push it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. Connect the telephone line cord. Mount the unit by inserting the mounting pins (A and B) into the round openings on the adaptor, then sliding the unit down to secure the unit.
  • Page 56 Useful Information To remove the wall mounting adaptor While pushing down the release levers (1), remove the adaptor (2). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 57: Belt Clip

    Useful Information Headset (optional) Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversations. Please use only a Panasonic headset. See page 5 for compatible headsets and ordering information. To connect an optional headset to the handset Headset jack L Model shown is KX-TCA86.
  • Page 58: Error Messages

    L The handset has lost communication with the base unit. System is busy. Move closer to the base unit, and try again. Please try again L Another user is listening to messages. Try again later. later. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Register the handset again (page 43). I cannot hear a dial tone. L Confirm that the telephone line cord is connected (page L Disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect a known working telephone. If the working telephone operates properly, contact our service personnel to have the unit repaired.
  • Page 60: Making/Answering Calls, Intercom

    L Raise the base unit antennas. L Turn on the clarity booster feature (page 21). L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with DSL service, we recommend connecting a noise filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack.
  • Page 61: Phonebook

    L If your unit is connected to a telephone line with DSL service, we recommend connecting a noise filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack.
  • Page 62: Answering System

    L The answering system is off. Turn it on (page 51). E flashes and the L Message memory is full. Erase unnecessary messages ANSWER ON indicator (page 47). flashes rapidly. No new messages are recorded. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 63: Battery Charge

    3 flashes or the handset beeps intermittently. “Charge for 6 HRS” L The battery has been discharged. Fully charge the and 4 are displayed battery (page 11). and the handset does not work. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Useful Information...
  • Page 64: Power Failure

    L This product is not designed to make calls in the event of a power failure. We recommend connecting a standard telephone to the same telephone line in the event that emergency calls need to be made during a power failure (page 9). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 65: Fcc And Other Information

    But if advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Useful Information notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
  • Page 66 Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this phone. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this...
  • Page 67: Openlcr Service For The Caller Iq

    The base and handset units must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Phone number: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 68: Specifications

    Ni-MH battery (3.6 V, 830 mAh) Security codes: 1,000,000 Note: L Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport L The illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product. ") ")
  • Page 69: Warranty

    Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B Door #12 McAllen, TX 78503 For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. For Limited Warranty service for headsets if a headset is included with this product please call Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
  • Page 70 Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor. PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport...
  • Page 71: Customer Services

    Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-877-833-8855. Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 72: Index

    Display Base unit: 15 Handset: 16 Display language: 41 E Erasing all messages: 47, 49, 51 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Erasing a message: 47, 49, 51 Error messages: 58 F FCC and other information: 65 FLASH button: 22 FLASH time: 41...
  • Page 73 TTY: 5, 71 V VE (voice enhancer): 21 Voice enhancer: 21, 39 Voice guidance: 48, 50 Volume control Base unit: 47 Handset receiver: 19 Handset speaker: 19 W Wall mounting: 54 Wallpaper: 39 Warranty: 69 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport Index...
  • Page 74 Notes...
  • Page 75 Notes...
  • Page 76 L Send the unit to Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter, prepaid and adequately insured. L Do not send your unit to Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company listed below or to executive or regional sales offices. These locations do not repair consumer products.

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