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TGA573(e).book Page 1 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM
Operating Instructions
5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Camera
Model No. KX-TGA573
Indoor Use Only
This cordless camera is an accessory unit for use with Panasonic
base units KX-TG5761/KX-TG5766/KX-TG5767/KX-TG5771/KX-
TG5776/KX-TG5777. You must register this cordless camera with
your base unit before it can be used.
Camera monitoring requires a color display handset (KX-TGA571).
Please read these Operating Instructions before using th
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TGA573(e).book Page 2 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Table of Contents Introduction Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Accessory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . 5 For best performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Preparation Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Setting up the cordless camera . . . . . . . 8 Symbols used in these operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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TGA573(e).book Page 3 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic 5.8 GHz expandable digital cordless camera. 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. Feature highlight Camera monitoring using the color display handset Important: L This unit is compatible only with the 5.8 GHz ex
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TGA573(e).book Page 4 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Introduction Accessory information Included accessories No. Accessory item Order number Quantity 1 AC adaptor for cordless camera PQLV235Z 1 2 Wall-mounting adaptor for cordless PQLP10267Z 1 camera 3 Call button for cordless camera PQLP10270Z 1 123 Sales and support information L To order these accessories, call 1-800-332-5368. L TTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277. 4 For assistance, please visit http://www.
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TGA573(e).book Page 5 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Introduction CAUTION: Important safety Installation L Do not touch the plug with wet hands. instructions L The AC adaptor is used as the main When using the product, basic safety disconnect device. Ensure that the AC precautions should always be followed to outlet is installed near the product and is reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or easily accessible. personal injury. 1. Read and understand all instructions. WARNING: 2. Keep t
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TGA573(e).book Page 6 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Introduction Conditions for using the cordless For best performance camera L The cordless camera is intended for Avoiding noise indoor use only. Prolonged exposure to This unit communicates using radio direct sunlight or halogen light may waves. damage the camera lens. For maximum distance and noise-free L Use the cordless camera in a bright operation, we recommend placing the place such as under daylight or a well-lit product away
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TGA573(e).book Page 7 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Preparation Controls A B G C E H F D A Antenna E Indicator B Camera lens F DIP switches C MIC (Microphone) G Speaker D {Call button} H PROG. (Program) Understanding the cordless camera indicator The cordless camera indicator shows the status as follows. Status Description Red (flashing rapidly) L The cordless camera is not registered. Register the cordless camera (page 12). L The cordless camera is out of range. Locate the cordless camera
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TGA573(e).book Page 8 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Preparation Setting up the cordless camera Connecting the AC adaptor and the call button Connect the AC adaptor cord by pressing the plug firmly (A). Connect the call button cord until it clicks into the unit (B). L Use only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV235. B Hooks (120 V AC, 60 Hz) A Note: L When the AC adaptor is connected, the indicator lights in red then starts flashing. L The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times.
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TGA573(e).book Page 9 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Preparation Adjusting the cordless camera lens angle Aim the camera lens by pushing the tab (A) and rotating the lens forward or backward. L Using the handset, confirm that the area you want to monitor from the cordless camera is displayed (page 13). A Approx. 40° Approx. 40° Note: L Do not touch the camera lens (page 7). For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/phonehelp 9
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TGA573(e).book Page 10 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Preparation Setting the DIP switches DIP switches (Default position: ON) ON 1 23 OFF*1 You can set the following functions by using the DIP switch 1 to 3. Slide each switch with a pointed object such as a pen as necessary. After repositioning the DIP switches to your preferred settings, unplug the AC adaptor then reconnect it. The cordless camera is reset to these settings. *1 DIP switch Function ON (default) OFF 1 Image orientation Stan
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TGA573(e).book Page 11 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Preparation Symbols used in these operating instructions Symbol Meaning { }: button name/soft key name The words in the brackets indicate button names/ soft key names on the handset and base unit. Example: Unit keys: {INTERCOM}, {OFF} Soft keys: {CALL} Example: 1{INTERCOM} 1 Press {INTERCOM}. 2 Select the desired cordless 2 Push the joystick up or down to select the desired camera. i {CALL} cordless camera, then press {CALL}. 3{MUTE} 3 Pr
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TGA573(e).book Page 12 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Preparation Deregistering the cordless Registering the cordless camera camera The base unit can cancel the registration of a registered cordless camera. Register the cordless camera to a KX- TG5761/KX-TG5766/KX-TG5767/KX- Important: TG5771/KX-TG5776/KX-TG5777 base L Before deregistering, confirm the unit. cordless camera’s extension number from the handset (color display models 1 Base unit: only: KX-TGA571). Press and hold {INTERCOM
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TGA573(e).book Page 13 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Camera Monitoring L The cordless camera may not page handsets in the following conditions: Camera monitoring – when other users are on an intercom using a handset or conference call. – when electrical interference is emitted from electrical devices. – while you are on a call with the handset. (In this case you will hear 2 tones and z will flash on the handset.) Monitoring the cordless camera from a handset With a color display hand
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TGA573(e).book Page 14 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Camera Monitoring Handset display item for camera Paging using the cordless camera monitoring audio sensor Displayed Meaning Important: item L You can adjust the audio detection sensitivity (page 16). Example: The handset is connected z to the cordless camera. 1 Cordless camera: When flashing: The cordless camera detects sound. The cordless camera is L The cordless camera produces a paging the handset. (It camera tone and pages the h
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TGA573(e).book Page 15 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Camera Monitoring Paging using the cordless camera call Useful settings while camera button monitoring With a color display handset (KX- 1 Cordless camera: TGA571), you can set the camera settings Press {Call button}. while monitoring. L The cordless camera produces a camera tone and pages the handsets Important: for 1 minute. L Each time you press {OPTION}, the right soft key switches between {BRIGHT}, {ZOOM}, and {SENSOR}. Adjusti
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TGA573(e).book Page 16 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Camera Monitoring Setting the audio detection sensitivity The cordless camera features a sensor that detects human voices such as a baby cry. Sounds other than human voices may be difficult to detect. To use this feature, confirm that the cordless camera is located in a place where it can easily detect voices. Once the sensor has detected sound, the cordless camera pages the handset. To use the audio detection feature of the cordl
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TGA573(e).book Page 17 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Useful Information Wall mounting The cordless camera can be mounted by the standard mounting or upside down mounting. CAUTION: L Mount the cordless camera on the stable location where the unit can be adequately supported when installing. L The AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the adaptor may cause it to beco
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TGA573(e).book Page 18 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Useful Information Mounting the cordless camera on the wall Standard mounting 1 Drive the screws (not included) into the 2 Mount the cordless camera (A), then wall at a recommended height of 1.8 m slide it down (B) and to the right (C) (5.9 feet) or below using the wall until it is secure. mount template as a guide (page 19). L To aim the camera lens, see page 9. 50.8 mm A (2 inches) B C Screws (120 V AC, 60 Hz) Upside down mounting L T
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TGA573(e).book Page 19 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Useful Information About the screws for wall mounting L Use the recommended screw size below. L Drive the mounting screws leaving enough length from the wall to hook the cordless camera. Space Max. 9.3 mm Max. 4.5 mm 23 11 ( / inch) ( / inch) 64 64 Removing the wall-mounting adaptor Press and hold the hold button (A) on the left side of the wall-mounting plate. Slide the cordless camera to the right (B). A B Wall mount template for the c
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TGA573(e).book Page 20 Monday, April 24, 2006 2:05 PM Useful Information Troubleshooting Problem Cause & solution The cordless camera L Check the connections (page 8). does not work. L The cordless camera is not registered to the base unit. Register the cordless camera to the base unit (page 12). The cordless camera’s L The cordless camera is not registered to the base unit. indicator is flashing red. Register the cordless camera to the base unit (page 12). L The cordless camera is out of
