Panasonic KX-TGA595AL manual

Operating Instructions 5.8 GHz USB Adaptor Model No. KX-TGA595AL This unit is an accessory unit for use with the Panasonic cordless telephone KX-TG5961AL/KX-TG5971AL/KX-TG5976AL. You must install the Skype software to your computer and register this unit with your base unit before Skype feature can be used on your handset. What is Skype? Skype is a[...]

2 T able of Contents Introduction Feature highlights ............................................................................................................ 3 Accessory information .....................................................................................................3 For best performance ........................................[...]

3 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic 5.8 GHz USB Adaptor . 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 highlights Internet telephone By connecting the USB adapto r [...]

4 Introduction For best performance Location/avoiding noise This unit communicates using radio waves. For maximum distance and noise-free operation, we recommend the following: L� Placing the product away from electrical appliances. L� Raising the antenna vertically . Environment L� Keep the product away from electrical noise generating devic[...]

5 Preparation Controls A B C A Antenna B Status indicator C USB plug Status indicator The status indicator indicates the USB adaptor status. Indicator Status Flashing USB adaptor is receiving power from the computer but link to the base unit, Skype software or USB Adaptor Utility has not been established. Light on USB adaptor is receiving power fro[...]

6 Preparation Screen shots used for operations L� The screen shots in these instructions are for Microsoft ® Windows ® XP and are included for reference only . L� The screen shots in these instructions may differ slightly from the screen shown on your computer . System requirements for your computer The following system requirements must be m[...]

7 Preparation W all mounting The USB adaptor can be mounted on the flat surface such as a wall by using the wall mounting adaptor . Note: L� For USB adaptor location information, see page 4. 1 Peel off the protection sheet and attach the wall mounting adaptor to the flat surface firmly . L� The arrow mark on the wall mounting adaptor should [...]

8 Preparation Installing and setting up the USB Adaptor Utility Before you use the USB adaptor , you must install the USB Adaptor Utility from the included CD-ROM to a computer installed with the Skype software, and register the USB adaptor to the base unit. The USB adaptor is registered as an extension device of the base unit. Only one USB adaptor[...]

9 Preparation 5 When installation is complete, the USB adaptor setup window is opened. Remove the included CD-ROM from your CD-ROM drive. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the USB adaptor . L� When the setting up is complete, you are ready to use the internet telephone. Note: L� If the following window appears, check [Allow this pro[...]

10 Preparation Soft key and display menus After setting up the USB adaptor , { C } (Phonebook) on the right soft key on the handset is changed to { IP PHONE } .  T o enter the phonebook, press { MENU } (middle soft key) then select “ Phonebook ”. Display menus of KX-TGA591AL *1 (1.5 inch colour display handset) After setting up the USB adapt[...]

1 1 Using the USB Adaptor Entering the IP phone mode Press { IP PHONE } (right soft key) on the handset to enter the IP phone mode. L� I P PHONE appears on the handset display . The IP phone mode consists of the following menus: {V} Missed call *1 {^} {V} {^} Contacts {V} {^} Call List {V} {^} Dial *1: This menu will appear only when internet cal[...]

12 Using the USB Adaptor 4 When you finish talking, press { OFF } or place the handset on the base unit or charger . Note: L� Y ou cannot select items from the handset phone book, redial list and call er list. Using the speakerphone 1 During a conversation, press {s} to turn on the speakerphone. L� Speak alternately with the other party . 2 Wh[...]

13 Using the USB Adaptor Making regular phone calls (SkypeOut) SkypeOut is a way to make calls from Skype to persons who use telephone lines or mobile phones. Making SkypeOut calls is not free of charge. Before using the SkypeOut, purchase the Skype credit on your Skype account page. For more information about SkypeOut, see the Skype website (http:[...]

14 Using the USB Adaptor T emporary ringer off While the handset is ring ing for an inter net call, you can turn the ringe r off temporarily by pressing { ~ } or { OFF } . Missed calls If an internet call is not answered, “ IP missed call ” is shown on the handset display . T o see who called while you were out: 1 { IP PHONE } (right soft key) [...]

15 Using the USB Adaptor Using the History (Call list) Call information of incoming and outgoing internet calls is logged in the Skype History by the most recent internet call to the oldest. If you receive the Skype V oicemail, it will be record ed in th e History along with call information. Y ou can view the History by using the handset, and you [...]

16 Useful Information T roubleshooting Problem Cause & solution The USB adaptor does not work. (The USB Adaptor Utility icon ( ) is indicated in gray .) L� Make sure the USB plug is connected properly to your computer . L� The USB adaptor may not work properly depending on the power supply of your computer ’s USB port. If this is the case[...]

17 Useful Information Problem Cause & solution I cannot read the language displayed by the USB Adaptor Utility . L� Y ou can change the application’s display language to English, French, or Spanish. Select the desired language from the pull-down menu on the upper right of the USB adapter setup window . I cannot make an internet call. L� W[...]

18 Useful Information Important information Medical L� Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy . (The product operates in the frequency range of 5.76 GHz to 5.84 GHz, and the power output is 200 mW (max.).) [...]

19 Useful Information Specifications Operating environment 5 °C – 40 °C Frequency 5.76 GHz – 5.84 GHz Dimensions Approx. height 24 mm x width 71 mm x depth 1 1 1 mm Mass (Weight) Approx. 120 g Power consumption Standby: Approx. 0.5 W Maximum: Approx. 1.0 W Power output 200 mW (max.) Power supply 5 V DC (USB powered) Interface USB: 1.1 Note: [...]

Customer Support Centre T el. No.: 132600 or website www.panasonic.com.au N52 Sales Department: Panasonic Australia Pty . Limited Austlink Corporate Park, 1 Garigal Road, Belrose NSW 2085, Australia Manufacturer: Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. 1-62, 4-chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-8531, Japan Copyright: This material is copyrighted b[...]