Panasonic KX-TGA573 User manual

Please read these Operating Instructions before using the unit and save

for future reference.

For assistance, visit our website:

http://www.panasonic.com/phonehelp for customers in the U.S.A. or

Puerto Rico.

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).

5.8 GHz Expandable Digital Cordless Camera

Model No. KX-TGA573

Operating Instructions

Indoor Use Only

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Table of Contents

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Registering the cordless camera . . . . . 12

Camera Monitoring

Camera monitoring using a handset . . 13

Useful Information

Wall mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

FCC and other information . . . . . . . . . . 22

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Index

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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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.

Attach your purchase receipt here.

Feature highlight

Camera monitoring using the color display handset

Important:

LThis unit is compatible only with the 5.8 GHz expandable digital cordless handset KX-

TGA571 (color display type). For further information or to order the handset, visit

http://www.panasonic.com

or call phone number noted on page 4.

LIn these operating instructions, the term “handset” is used to refer to the color display

handset (KX-TGA571).

You can monitor the room where the cordless camera is located when:

– you access the cordless camera using the handset (page 13).

– the cordless camera pages the handset when it detects sound (page 14).

– the cordless camera user pages the handset using the call button (page 15).

Serial No. Date of purchase

(found on the bottom of the unit)

Name and address of dealer

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Accessory information

Included accessories

Sales and support information

LTo order these accessories, call 1-800-332-5368.

LTTY users (hearing or speech impaired users) can call 1-866-605-1277.

No. Accessory item Order number Quantity

1AC adaptor for cordless camera PQLV235Z 1

2Wall-mounting adaptor for cordless

camera

PQLP10267Z 1

3Call button for cordless camera PQLP10270Z 1

123

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Important safety

instructions

When using the product, basic safety

precautions should always be followed to

reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or

personal injury.

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. After cleaning away the dust on the

lens, wipe the lens with a cotton bud.

6. Do not install near any heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers,

stoves, or other devices (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

7. Protect the AC adaptor cord from being

walked on or pinched particularly at

plugs, receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the unit.

8. Do not touch the unit or the AC adaptor

during lightning storms.

9. Unplug the unit when unused for long

periods of time.

10. Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when

the unit has been damaged in any way,

such as the AC adaptor cord or plug is

damaged, the unit does not operate

normally, or has been dropped.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

Installation

LDo not touch the plug with wet hands.

LThe AC adaptor is used as the main

disconnect device. Ensure that the AC

outlet is installed near the product and is

easily accessible.

WARNING:

LTo prevent the risk of fire or electrical

shock, do not expose the product to rain

or any type of moisture.

LUnplug the product from power outlets if

it emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or

makes an unusual noise. These

conditions can cause fire or electric

shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped

emitting and contact the Panasonic Call

Center at 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-

7262).

Medical

LConsult 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.).) Do not use the

product in health care facilities if any

regulations posted in the area instruct

you not to do so. Hospitals or health care

facilities may be using equipment that

could be sensitive to external RF energy.

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For best performance

Avoiding noise

This unit communicates using radio

waves.

For maximum distance and noise-free

operation, we recommend placing the

product away from electrical appliances.

Environment

LKeep the product away from electrical

noise generating devices, such as

fluorescent lamps and motors.

LThe product should be kept free from

excessive smoke, dust, high

temperature, and vibration.

LThe product should not be exposed to

direct sunlight.

LDo not place heavy objects on top of the

product.

LThe product should be kept away from

heat sources such as heaters, kitchen

stoves, etc. It should not be placed in

rooms where the temperature is less

than 5 °C (41 °F) or greater than 40 °C

(104 °F). Damp basements should also

be avoided.

LOperating the product near 5.8 GHz

electrical appliances may cause

interference. Move away from the

electrical appliances.

Routine care

LWipe the outer surface of the product

with a soft moist cloth. Do not use

benzine, thinner, or any abrasive

powder.

Conditions for using the cordless

camera

LThe cordless camera is intended for

indoor use only. Prolonged exposure to

direct sunlight or halogen light may

damage the camera lens.

LUse the cordless camera in a bright

place such as under daylight or a well-lit

room.

LDo not use the cordless camera in the

following places:

– near incandescent lamps.

– near any electrical appliance that

emits a strong radio signal.

– where the subject of the picture is

against a light source or in front of a

mirror.

– in places where temperature varies

greatly, such as near an air

conditioner or heater.

– any place exposed to oil or steam

such as a kitchen.

– where an object such as glass can

cause temperature change due to

reflection.

LWhen using the cordless camera,

please take into consideration the rights

of others with regard to privacy.

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Controls

Understanding the cordless camera indicator

The cordless camera indicator shows the status as follows.

AAntenna

BCamera lens

CMIC (Microphone)

D{Call button}

EIndicator

FDIP switches

GSpeaker

HPROG. (Program)

Status Description

Red (flashing rapidly) LThe cordless camera is not registered. Register the

cordless camera (page 12).

LThe cordless camera is out of range. Locate the cordless

camera near the base unit.

Yellow-green LThe cordless camera is registered and in standby mode.

Yellow-green (flashing) LThe camera sensor is responding and the cordless

camera is paging the handset.

LThe cordless camera is connected and sending live

images to the handset.

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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).

LUse only the included Panasonic AC adaptor PQLV235.

Note:

LWhen the AC adaptor is connected, the indicator lights in red then starts flashing.

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 connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the

adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.

(120 V AC, 60 Hz)

Hooks

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Adjusting the cordless camera lens angle

Aim the camera lens by pushing the tab (A) and rotating the lens forward or backward.

LUsing the handset, confirm that the area you want to monitor from the cordless camera

is displayed (page 13).

Note:

LDo not touch the camera lens (page 7).

Approx.

40°

Approx.

40°

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Setting the DIP switches

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 Slide the switch to down.

Displaying the image upside down (DIP switch 1)

To turn the camera image upside down, set to OFF. This feature is useful when you mount

the cordless camera upside down (page 18).

Selecting image quality (standard quality mode/enhanced motion mode)

(DIP switch 2)

If you want enhanced motion, set to OFF (Enhanced motion mode). The image clarity

decreases.

If you want to improve the image clarity, leave at ON (Standard quality mode). The motion

becomes less enhanced.

Selecting the cordless camera speaker volume (DIP switch 3)

If you want to lower the speaker volume, set to OFF (LOW).

DIP switch Function ON (default) OFF*1

1 Image orientation Standard Upside down

2 Image quality Standard quality mode Enhanced motion

mode

3 Speaker volume Standard Low

DIP switches

(Default position: ON)

OFF*1

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