Table of Contents

Introduction

Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Expanding your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Available accessory handsets . . . . . . 7 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 8 For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Preparation

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Battery installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Battery charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Screen saver mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Controls and displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Setting the unit before use . . . . . . . . . . 20 Setting the dialing mode . . . . . . . . . 20 Setting the date and time O . . . . . 20

Making/Answering Calls

Making calls using the handset . . . . . . 21 Useful features during a call . . . . . . 22 Making calls using the base unit . . . . . 24 Useful features during a call . . . . . . 25 Answering calls using the handset . . . . 26 Answering calls using the base unit . . . 27 Adjusting the ringer volume . . . . . . 27 Changing the ringer tone . . . . . . . . 27

Phonebook

Handset phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Adding items to the phonebook . . . 28 Calling someone in the phonebook . 29 Editing items in the phonebook . . . . 29 Erasing items in the phonebook . . . 29 Chain dial feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Copying phonebook items . . . . . . . . 30

Speed Dialer

Base unit speed dialer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Adding phone numbers to the speed dialer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Calling someone with the speed dialer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Caller ID Service

Using Caller ID service. . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Talking Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Ringer ID and light-up ID . . . . . . . . . 34 Caller list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Viewing the caller list and calling

back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Editing a caller’s phone number before calling back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Storing caller information into the phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Erasing caller information . . . . . . . . 36

Intercom Features

Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Voice paging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Transferring a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Transferring a call from the handset 38

Transferring a call from the base

unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Transferring a call to the answering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Conference calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Using the handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Using the base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Setting room monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Monitoring a room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Programmable Settings

Guide to handset programming . . . . . . 43 Programming via direct commands . . . 45 Direct commands chart . . . . . . . . . . 45 Ringer settings K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Handset ringer volume . . . . . . . . . . 48 Handset ringer tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Recording songs from an audio device for ringer tones (Customize ring) . . . 49 Ring color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Function M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Voice enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Customer support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Display setting L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Handset display color (Appearance) 52 Handset LCD contrast . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Initial setting N. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Handset Talking Caller ID . . . . . . . . 52 Caller ID edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Handset key tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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Panasonic KX-TG5583 operating instructions Introduction

KX-TG5583 specifications

The Panasonic KX-TG5583 is a versatile and feature-rich cordless phone system that caters to the needs of both personal and professional use. Featuring a three handset setup, it is ideal for larger homes or offices, providing convenience and flexibility without the clutter of multiple base stations.

One of the standout features of the KX-TG5583 is its advanced DECT 6.0 technology. This digital enhanced cordless telecommunications standard offers improved sound quality, extended range, and enhanced security against eavesdropping. Users can enjoy crystal-clear conversations without interference from other electronic devices, which is often a concern in densely populated areas.

Another significant characteristic of the KX-TG5583 is its built-in answering machine. With up to 18 minutes of recording time, users can conveniently manage missed calls and messages. The answering system is easy to navigate, allowing for quick access to messages, remote operation, and customizable greeting options.

The phone's large, backlit LCD display makes it user-friendly, enabling easy navigation and visibility, especially in low-light conditions. The KX-TG5583 also offers a user-friendly interface, with a well-organized menu that allows users to access features like call blocking, speed dial, and phonebook entries with ease.

One notable technology integrated into this model is Link2Cell, which allows users to synchronize their mobile phones with the cordless system. This feature enables users to receive and make calls directly from the home phone, providing a seamless transition between devices and enhancing the overall convenience for mobile phone users.

In terms of battery life, the KX-TG5583 is equipped with energy-efficient lithium-ion batteries that provide extended talk and standby times. This ensures that the handsets remain functional even during power outages, providing peace of mind to users.

The phone also includes a call block feature, which is particularly useful in today's telemarketing climate. Users can easily block unwanted calls, enhancing privacy and security. In addition, the KX-TG5583 supports multi-handset capability, allowing users to add more handsets to the system, ensuring coverage throughout the home or workplace.

In conclusion, the Panasonic KX-TG5583 combines advanced technology, user-friendly features, and practical functionality, making it a reliable choice for anyone in need of a modern cordless phone system. Whether for home or office use, its unique blend of features ensures that it meets the demands of today's communication needs.