Panasonic Expandable Digital Cordless Handset Kx-tga551 Operating Instructions

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic cordless telephone.
Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save 
for future reference.This handset is an accessory handset for use with Panasonic base units 
KX-TG5561, KX-TG5566, KX-TG5571, KX-TG5576, and KX-TG5583. 
You must register this handset with your base unit before it can be used. 
Charge the battery for 6 hours before initial use.
5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Handset
Model No. 
KX-TGA551
Operating Instructions
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Table of Contents
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Preparation
Accessory information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Battery installation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Battery charge  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Registration  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Changing the display language   . . . . 5
Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Headset...

Preparation
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Accessory information
To order replacement accessories, call 1-800-332-5368.
TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277.
Connections
Note:
LUse only the included Panasonic AC adaptor KX-TCA1.
LThe AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel 
warm during use.)
LThe AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet. 
Do not...

Preparation
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Battery installation
1Insert the battery (1), and press it 
down until it snaps into the 
compartment (2).
2Close the handset cover.
Attention:
A nickel metal hydride battery that is 
recyclable powers the product you have 
purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for 
information on how to recycle this battery.
Battery charge
Place the handset on the charger for 6 
hours before initial use.
LThe unit will beep once, the...

Preparation
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Battery performance
After your Panasonic battery is fully 
charged, you can expect the following 
performance:
*1 Handset is off the charger but not in 
use.
Registration
Register the handset to a KX-TG5561/KX-
TG5566/KX-TG5571/KX-TG5576/KX-
TG5583 base unit.
Important:
LCharge the battery fully.
LBefore registering, make sure the base 
unit and the other handsets are not 
being used.
LHave the handset and base unit near...

Preparation
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Headset (optional)
Connecting an optional headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversations. 
Please use only a Panasonic KX-TCA60, KX-TCA86, KX-TCA88, KX-TCA88HA, KX-
TCA91, KX-TCA92, or KX-TCA98 headset. See page 3 for ordering information.
To connect an optional headset to the handset
LModel shown is KX-TCA86.
Wall mounting
The charger can be wall mounted, as shown below.
1Connect the AC adaptor.
2Drive the...

Controls and Operation
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Controls
Handset
ASpeaker
BSoft keys
CHeadset jack/Audio jack
D{C} (TALK)
ENavigator key
F{s} (SP-PHONE)
G{*} (TONE)
H{REDIAL} {PAUSE}
IRinger indicator
Message indicator
JReceiver
KDisplay
L{OFF}
M{CLEAR} {MUTE}
N{INTERCOM} {HOLD}
OMicrophone
PCharge contacts
Charger
ACharge contacts
BCHARGE indicator
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
HI
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
A
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Controls and Operation
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Operation
After registering this handset, refer to the 
operating instructions included with your 
KX-TG5561, KX-TG5566, KX-TG5571, 
KX-TG5576, or KX-TG5583 for details 
about operating the handset. Please note 
that the KX-TGA551 has certain features 
which differ from the handset included with 
your base unit. Read page 8 and page 9 
beforehand.
Using the navigator key
This handset features a navigator key....

Controls and Operation
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Guide to programming
Available programming functions vary depending on the base unit the handset is 
registered to.
Please read the operating instructions included with your base unit.
1Press {MENU} (middle soft key).
2Press {V}, {^}, {} to scroll through the menu.
3Press {SELECT} when the desired menu item is selected.
4Press {V} and {^} to scroll through the menu.
5Press {SELECT} or {>} when the desired menu...

Useful Information
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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...