5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Phone KX-TG6021

TG602X 605X.book Page 8 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMIntroductionshielded from external RF (radiofrequency) energy. (The productoperates in the frequency range of5.76 GHz to 5.84 GHz, and the poweroutput is 200 mW (max.).) Do not usethe product in health care facilities ifany regulations posted in the areainstruct you not to do so. Hospitals orhealth care facilities may be usingequipment that could be sensitive toexternal RF energy.For best performanceBase unit location/avoiding noiseThe base unit and other compatiblePanasonic units use radio waves tocommunicate with each other.L For maximum coverage and noisefree communications, place yourbase unit:– at a convenient, high, and centrallocation with no obstructionsbetween the handset and base unitin an indoor environment.– away from electronic appliancessuch as TVs, radios, personalcomputers, wireless devices orother phones.– avoid facing radio frequencytransmitters, such as externalantennas of mobile phone cellstations (avoid putting the base uniton a bay window or near a window).L Coverage and voice quality dependson the local environmental conditions.L If the reception for a base unit locationis not satisfactory, move the base unitto another location for betterreception.8EnvironmentL Keep the product away from electricalnoise generating devices, such asfluorescent lamps and motors.L The product should be kept free fromexcessive smoke, dust, hightemperature, and vibration.L The product should not be exposed todirect sunlight.L Do not place heavy objects on top ofthe product.L When you leave the product unusedfor a long period of time, unplug theproduct from the power outlet.L The product should be kept awayfrom heat sources such as heaters,kitchen stoves, etc. It should not beplaced in rooms where thetemperature is less than 5 C (41 F)or greater than 40 C (104 F). Dampbasements should also be avoided.L The maximum calling distance maybe shortened when the product isused in the following places: Nearobstacles such as hills, tunnels,underground, near metal objects suchas wire fences, etc.L Operating the product near electricalappliances may cause interference.Move away from the electricalappliances.Routine careL Wipe the outer surface of the productwith a soft moist cloth. Do not usebenzine, thinner, or any abrasivepowder.For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help

TG602X 605X.book Page 9 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMPreparationSetting up the baseunitConnecting the AC adaptorand telephone line cordConnect the telephone line cord until itclicks into the base unit and telephoneline jack (A). Connect the AC adaptorcord (B) by pressing the plug firmly(C).L Use only the included Panasonic ACadaptor PQLV203.If you subscribe to a DSL servicePlease attach a noise filter (contact yourDSL provider) to the telephone linebetween the base unit and thetelephone line jack in the event of thefollowing:– Noise is heard during conversations.– Caller ID features do not functionproperly.To single-linetelephonejack (RJ11C)Noise filterBTo single-linetelephoneA jack (RJ11C)Setting up the handsetConnecting the AC adaptorC(120 V AC, 60 Hz)HooksNote:L The AC adaptor must remainconnected at all times. (It is normal forthe adaptor to feel warm during use.)L The AC adaptor should be connectedto a vertically oriented or floormounted AC outlet. Do not connectthe AC adaptor to a ceiling-mountedAC outlet, as the weight of theadaptor may cause it to becomedisconnected.L The unit will not work during a powerfailure. We recommend connecting acorded telephone to the sametelephone line or to the sametelephone line jack using a PanasonicT-adaptor (page 5).Available G6054L Use only the included Panasonic ACadaptor PQLV208.(120 V AC, 60 Hz)Bottom of the chargerHooksHooksFasten the AC adaptor cord toprevent it from being disconnected.For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help9

TG602X 605X.book Page 10 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMPreparationBattery installation/replacementBattery charge1 Press the notch of the handset coverfirmly, and slide it in the direction ofthe arrow.L If necessary, remove the oldbattery.Place the handset on the base unit orcharger for 7 hours before initial use.L While charging, “Charging” isdisplayed and the charge indicator onthe handset lights in amber. When thebattery is fully charged, “Chargecompleted” is displayed and theindicator lights in green.Base unit:2 Insert the battery (A), and press itdown until it snaps into position (B).Then close the handset cover (C,D).BAChargecontactsCDImportant:L Use only the rechargeable Panasonicbattery noted on page 5.L Model shown is KX-TG6021.Charger:Available G6054Attention:A nickel metal hydride battery that isrecyclable powers the product you havepurchased.Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800822-8837) for information on how torecycle this battery.10ChargecontactsFor assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help

TG602X 605X.book Page 11 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMPreparationNote:L If you want to use the handsetimmediately, charge the battery for atleast 15 minutes.L To ensure that the battery chargesproperly, clean the charge contacts ofthe handset, base unit, and chargerwith a soft, dry cloth once a month.Clean more often if the unit is subjectto the exposure of grease, dust, orhigh humidity.L When the battery is empty, “Chargefor 7h” is displayed and the chargeindicator does not light for about 5minutes to concentrate on charging.Battery levelBattery iconBattery level5Fully charged6Medium7LowFlashing: needs tobe recharged.Empty8Note:L When the battery needs to becharged, the handset beepsintermittently during use.Note:L Battery operating time may beshortened over time depending onusage conditions and surroundingtemperature.L Battery power is consumed wheneverthe handset is off the base unit orcharger, even when the handset is notin use.L After the handset is fully charged,displaying “Charge completed”, itmay be left on the base unit orcharger without any ill effect on thebattery.L The battery level may not bedisplayed correctly after you replacethe battery. In this case, place thehandset on the base unit or chargerand let it charge for 7 hours.Symbols used in theseoperating instructionsSymbolMeaning{}Button name/soft keynameThe words in thebrackets indicatebutton names/soft keynames on the handsetand base unit.Example:Unit keys:{C}, {OFF}Soft keys:{View CID},{Phonebook}iProceed to the nextoperation.“”Example:“Alarm”The words inquotations indicate themenu on the display.Example:{V}/{ }:“Off”Press {V} or { } toselect “Off”.Panasonic battery performanceOperationOperating timeWhile in use(talking)Up to 5 hoursWhile not in use(standby)Up to 11 daysWhile using theclarity boosterfeature (page 17)Up to 3 hoursFor assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help11

TG602X 605X.book Page 12 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMPreparationBase unit e unit (KX-TG6021/KXTG6022/KX-TG6023)ABC DEFGHIABN M LKCA IN USE indicatorB {LOCATOR}C Charge contactsABCDEFGHIJKLMN12Speaker{GREETING REC} (Recording){GREETING CHECK}{ANSWER ON}ANSWER ON indicatorVOLUME { } { }{ } (SKIP){MESSAGE}MESSAGE indicator{ERASE}{STOP}{LOCATOR} {INTERCOM}MIC (Microphone)IN USE indicator{ } (REPEAT)Charge contactsFor assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/helpJ

TG602X 605X.book Page 13 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMPreparationHandsetKLMUsing the navigator keyThe handset navigator key can be usedto navigate through menus and to selectitems shown on the display by pressing{ }, {V}, { }, or { }.Adjusting audio volumePress { } or {V} repeatedly whiletalking.ABCDEFGH{ }NOB{ }{ }PQ{V}RUsing the soft keysThe handset features 2 soft keys. Bypressing a soft key, you can select thefeature shown directly above it on thedisplay.IJABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSpeakerSoft keysHeadset jack{C} (TALK)Navigator key ({ } {V} { } { }){s} (SP-PHONE){*} (TONE){FLASH} {CALL WAIT}MicrophoneCharge contactsLanyard/strap eyeletCharge indicatorRinger indicatorMessage indicatorReceiverDisplay{MENU}{OFF}{PAUSE} {REDIAL}{HOLD} {INTERCOM}510:30AM [1]ViewPhoneKCIDbook LDisplayHandset display itemsDisplayeditemMeaningJVoice enhancer is on.5Battery levelExample:[1]The handset’sextension number(example shown here:handset 1)For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help13

TG602X 605X.book Page 14 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMPreparationSetting the unit beforeuseImportant:L To program features by scrollingthrough the display menus, see page24.Display languageYou can select either “English” or“Español” as the display language.The default setting is “English”.1 KX-TG6021/KX-TG6022/KX-TG6023{MENU} i } i {0}{8}{1}2 {V}/{ }: Select the desired setting.3 Press the right soft key to save. i{OFF}Voice guidance languageAvailable model:KX-TG6051/KX-TG6052/KX-TG6053/KX-TG6054You can select either “English” or“Español” as the voice guidancelanguage of the answering system. Thedefault setting is “English”.1 {MENU} i {0}{8}{2}2 {V}/{ }: Select the desired setting.3 {Save} i {OFF}14Dialing modeIf you cannot make calls, change thissetting according to your telephone lineservice. The default setting is “Tone”.“Tone”: For tone dial service.“Pulse”: For rotary/pulse dial service.1 {MENU} i {0}{5}{1}2 {V}/{ }: Select the desired setting.3 {Save} i {OFF}Date and timeSet the correct date and time.– To use the available alarm function(page 28).– When you play back a message fromthe answering system (page 31), theunit announces the day and time itwas recorded. (KX-TG6051/KXTG6052/KX-TG6053/KX-TG6054)1 {MENU} i {4}{1}2 Enter the current month, day, andyear by selecting 2 digits for each.Example: August 15, 2007{0}{8} {1}{5} {0}{7}3 Enter the current hour and minute(12-hour clock format) by selecting 2digits for each.Example: 9:30{0}{9} {3}{0}4 {AM/PM}: Select “AM” or “PM”.5 {Save} i {OFF}Note:L If you make a mistake when enteringthe date and time, press { }, { },{ }, or {V} to move the cursor, thenmake the correction.L The date and time may be incorrectafter a power failure. In this case, setthe date and time again.For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help

TG602X 605X.book Page 15 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMMaking/Answering CallsMaking calls1 Dial the phone number.L To correct a digit, press {Clear}.2 Press {C} or {Call}.3 When you finish talking, press {OFF}or place the handset on the base unitor charger.Note:L “Line in use” is displayed whensomeone is talking on the handset oranother phone.Using the speakerphone1 Dial the phone number, and press{s}.L Speak alternately with the otherparty.2 When you finish talking, press{OFF}.Note:L Use the speakerphone in a quietenvironment.L To switch to the receiver, press {C}.Erasing a number in the redial list1 {REDIAL}2 {V}/{ }: Select the desired phonenumber.3 {Erase} i {Yes} i {OFF}PAUSE button (for PBX/longdistance service users)A pause is sometimes required whenmaking calls using a PBX or longdistance service. When storing a callingcard access number and/or PIN in thephonebook, a pause is also needed(page 20).For example, if you need to dial the lineaccess number “9” when makingoutside calls with a PBX:1 {9} i {PAUSE} i Dial thephone number.2 {C}Note:L A 3.5 second pause is inserted eachtime {PAUSE} is pressed. Pressrepeatedly to insert longer pauses.Adjusting the receiver/speakervolumePress { } or {V} repeatedly whiletalking.Making a call using the redial listThe last 5 phone numbers dialed arestored in the redial list (each 48 digitsmax.).1 {REDIAL}2 {V}/{ }: Select the desired phonenumber.3 {C}For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help15

TG602X 605X.book Page 16 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMMaking/Answering CallsAnswering callsWhen a call is being received, the ringerindicator flashes rapidly.1 Press {C} or {s}.L You can also answer the call bypressing any dial key from {0} to{9}, {*}, {#}, or {INTERCOM}.(Any key talk feature)2 When you finish talking, press{OFF}.Note:L You can change the ringer indicatorcolor and the ringer tone (page 26).You can also adjust the handsetringer volume (page 27).Auto talkThis feature allows you to answer a callby simply lifting the handset off the baseunit or charger. You do not need topress {C}. To activate this feature, seepage 26.Temporary ringer offWhile the handset is ringing for anoutside call, you can turn the ringer offtemporarily by pressing {OFF}.Adjusting the base unit ringervolumeAvailable model:KX-TG6051/KX-TG6052/KX-TG6053/KX-TG6054Press { } or { } repeatedly to selectthe desired volume.L To turn the ringer off, press and hold{ } until the unit beeps 2 times.16Useful features duringa callHOLD buttonThis feature allows you to put anoutside call on hold.Press {HOLD} 2 times during anoutside call.L To release the hold, press {C}.L Another handset user can take thecall by pressing {C}.Note:L If another phone is connected to thesame line (page 9), you can also takethe call by lifting its handset.L If a call is kept on hold for more than 6minutes, an alarm tone starts tosound and the ringer indicator flashesrapidly. After 4 additional minutes onhold, the call is disconnected.Mute buttonWhile mute is turned on, you can hearthe other party, but the other partycannot hear you.To mute your voice, press {Mute}.L To return to the conversation, press{Mute} or {C}.Note:L When this feature is turned on,{Mute} flashes.L {Mute} is a soft key visible on thehandset display during a call.FLASH buttonPressing {FLASH} allows you to usespecial features of your host PBX suchas transferring an extension call, oraccessing optional telephone servicessuch as Call Waiting.For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help

TG602X 605X.book Page 17 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMMaking/Answering CallsNote:L To change the flash time, see page27.For Call Waiting serviceusersTo use Call Waiting, you must subscribeto Call Waiting service of yourtelephone service provider.This feature allows you to receive callswhile you are already talking on thephone. If you receive a call while on thephone, you will hear a Call Waiting tone.Please contact your telephone serviceprovider for details and availability ofthis service in your area.Press {CALL WAIT} to answer the 2ndcall.L To switch between calls, press{CALL WAIT}.Temporary tone dialing (forrotary/pulse service users)You can temporarily switch the dialingmode to tone when you need to accesstouch tone services (for example,answering services, telephone bankingservices, etc.).Press {*} (TONE) before enteringaccess numbers which require tonedialing.Handset clarity boosterThis feature can improve sound claritywhen the handset is used in an areawhere there may be interference.During an outside call, this feature isturned on automatically whennecessary. You can also turn thisfeature on or off manually.2 {V}/{ }: Select “Booster on” or“Booster off”. i {Select}Note:L When this feature is turned on,“BOOST” flashes.L When this feature is turned offmanually during a call, it does not turnon automatically during the same call.L While this feature is turned on;– the battery operating time isshortened (page 11).– the maximum number of extensionsthat can be used at a time maydecrease.Handset voice enhancerThis feature clarifies the voice of theperson you are talking to, reproducing amore natural-sounding voice that iseasier to hear and understand (page27).KX-TG6021/KX-TG6022/KX-TG6023Press {(VE)} during an outside call toturn on or off this feature.KX-TG6051/KX-TG6052/KX-TG6053/KX-TG60541 Press {MENU} during an outsidecall.2 {V}/{ }: Select “V.E. on” or “V.E.off”. i {Select}Note:L When this feature is turned on, Jis displayed.L Depending on the condition andquality of your telephone line, thisfeature may emphasize existing linenoise. If it becomes difficult to hear,turn this feature off.1 Press {MENU} during an outsidecall.For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help17

TG602X 605X.book Page 18 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMMaking/Answering CallsSlow TalkAvailable model:KX-TG6051/KX-TG6052/KX-TG6053/KX-TG6054This feature works to help slow downthe incoming audio when you arehaving a conversation with an outsideparty.Important:L You cannot use this feature when;– the handset announces names orphone numbers while receiving acall.– you are on an intercom call.– you are on a conference call.– you are listening to messages in theanswering system.– another unit is using the answeringsystem.– another handset is having anintercom call with the base unit.Call shareThis feature allows the handset to joinan existing outside call.To join the conversation, press {C}when the other handset is on an outsidecall.Note:L The possible number of participatingparties depends on the model.KX-TG6021/KX-TG6022/KX-TG6023:– 3 parties (including 1 outside party)KX-TG6051/KX-TG6052/KX-TG6053/KX-TG6054:– 4 parties (including 1 outside party)To turn this feature on or off, press{Slow} during an outside call.Note:L When this feature is turned on,{Slow} flashes.L This feature turns off if anotherhandset starts to have an intercomcall with the base unit, or another unitstarts to use the answering system.L {Slow} is a soft key visible on thehandset display during a call.L This feature turns off after you hangup the call.L The speed may become close tonormal when the handset receivesconstant incoming audio for a periodof time.18For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help

TG602X 605X.book Page 19 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:20 PMPhonebookL To enter another character that islocated on the same dial key, firstpress { } to move the cursor to thenext space.Handset phonebookYou can add up to 50 items to thehandset phonebook and search forphonebook items by name.Editing/correcting a mistakePress { } or { } to move the cursor tothe character or number you want toerase, then press {Clear}. Enter theappropriate character or number.L Press and hold {Clear} to erase allcharacters or numbers.Adding items to thephonebook1 {Phonebook}2 {Add}3 Enter the name (max. 16Finding and calling aphonebook itemcharacters). i {Next}4 Enter the phone number (max. 32digits). i {Next} i {Save}L To add other items, repeat fromstep 2.Searching for a name alphabeticallyby scrolling through all items5 {OFF}Note:L Caller ID subscribers can use ringerID and light-up ID features (page 22).Character table for entering namesKeyCharacter{1}& ’{2}a b c A B C 2(),– .{3}d e fD E F 3{4}g h iG H I{

5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Phone Model No. KX-TG6021 with 2 Handsets Model No. KX . Model No. KX-TG6052 with 3 Handsets Model No. KX-TG6053 5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Answering System with 4 Handsets Model No. KX-TG6054 Model shown is KX-TG6021. TG602X_605X.book Page 1 Wednesday, May 16, 2007