How to use the Bluetooth headphone function on telephone models KX-TGD890, KX-TGD892, KX-TGF892
How to use the Bluetooth headphone function on telephone models KX-TGD890, KX-TGD892, KX-TGF892
By pairing a Bluetooth headphone to the handset, you can enjoy
hands-free conversations when talking over the phone.
This process pairs the bluetooth device to the
Panasonic handset unit.
Important
Your Bluetooth headphone must support the Hands Free
Profile (HFP) specification.
Up to 4 Bluetooth headphones can be paired to the handset.
Only 1 Bluetooth headphone can be used with the unit at a
time.
For best performance, we recommend using your Bluetooth
headphone within 3 m (10 feet) of the handset. The handset can
communicate with Bluetooth headphones within an approximately
10 m (33 feet) range without any obstacles or line of sight.
How to use a headset
Once this feature is turned on, the Bluetooth [PAIR] button
is enabled for use and the handset can perform other
Bluetooth functions. The default setting is “Off”.
Press the [ PAIR ] button.
Press the arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select
"ON".
Press [ SAVE ].
Press [ OFF ].
Video of turning Bluetooth On
Important - Refer to the headphone’s
operating instructions. If your headphone PIN is not “0000”,
change the Bluetooth PIN beforehand.
Bluetooth headphone - Set your headphone
to pairing mode
Handset - Press and hold the [
PAIR ] button for about 3 seconds, wait until a
long beep sounds.
When the Bluetooth headset is ready for use, the HEADSET
indicator on the handset is displayed. The corresponding
headphone number is indicated next to the Headset
indicator.
Notes
In step 2, if the handset has been paired with a maximum
of 4 headphones, you can overwrite any unwanted headphone by
pressing [YES], press ▲ ▼ to select the desired headphone,
then press [SELECT].
If you cannot pair the headphones to the handset, make
sure that the Bluetooth headphones are not connected to
another Bluetooth device.
Video of Pairing
Important
Only 1 Bluetooth headphone can be used with the unit at a
time.
Make sure that the Bluetooth headphone is not connected
to another Bluetooth device.
Lift the handset and then dial the phone number. To
correct a digit, press [CLEAR].
Press the [ PAIR ] button. The unit starts dialing immediately
if only 1 Bluetooth headphone is paired and connected. Go
to step 4.
If 2 or more Bluetooth headphones are paired, press the
arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select the desired headphone.
Press [ SELECT ].
The unit starts dialing immediately if no other
Bluetooth headphone is connected.
If the selected headphone is not the one currently
connected, the unit prompts you to disconnect the
Bluetooth connection with the current headphone. Select
the headphone, then press [ YES ].
When you finish talking, press [ OFF
] or press your headphone’s button referring to your
headphone’s operating instructions.
Note:
The HEADSET indicator is displayed on the handset. The corresponding
headphone number is indicated next to the icon.
While talking on the headphone, you can switch to the
receiver by pressing [ TALK / ].
Video of Making calls with your Bluetooth headphone
During an incoming call, you can answer the call in
the following situations:
If the headphone is already connected and it rings:
Press the [ PAIR ] button or press your headphone’s button
referring to your headphone’s operating instructions to
answer the call.
When you finish talking, press [ OFF ]
or press your headphone’s button referring to your
headphone’s operating instructions.
If the headphone does not ring:
Press the [ TALK / ] button on the handset. You can also answer
the call by pressing [ PAIR ] to connect
to your headphone.
The answered call will automatically be directed to
the speakerphone, since with some headphones it takes
some time to connect.
During this time “Connecting” is displayed on the
handset. Go to step 3.
To switch to your headphone, refer to "How to switch the
sound between a Bluetooth headphone and Telephone”.
When you finish talking, press [ OFF ]
or press your headphone’s button referring to your
headphone’s operating instructions.
Note:
The first ring of an incoming call will not be heard when
using a Bluetooth headphone.
During an incoming call, press [ PAIR ]
after receiving Caller ID information to answer the call and
to select headphone listed, if 2 or more Bluetooth headphones
are paired.
Depending on your headphone, it may take some time to
switch the call from the handset to headphone.
Headphones that are on can be connected automatically with
the paired handset, while headphones that are off will be
disconnected from the handset. If the headphones do not
connect automatically or if you want to use them with another
Bluetooth device, you may need to connect/disconnect them
manually.
Important - Make sure that the headphone is
turned on.
To connect / disconnect
Press the [ PAIR ] button.
Press the arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select the desired
headphone.
Press [ SELECT ].
Press the arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select "Connect
or Disconnect".
Press [ SELECT ]. A long beep sounds.
If another headphone is already connected when
“Connect” is selected, the unit prompts you to disconnect
the Bluetooth connection with the current headphone.
Press [ YES ].
Press [ OFF ].
Note - A disconnected headphone is not
unpaired from the handset, so pairing it to the handset again
is unnecessary.
Video of Connecting/disconnecting a Bluetooth headphone
Other Bluetooth headphone features, settings, common questions
You can remove the Bluetooth headphone information stored in
your handset.
Press the [ PAIR ] button.
Press the arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select the desired
headphone.
Press [ SELECT ].
Press the arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select
"Unpair".
Press [ SELECT ]. A long beep sounds.
Press [ OFF ].
Video of unpairing a Bluetooth headphone
You can switch between the handset and your headphone:
During a call.
During an intercom call.
To switch to your headphone during a call by the handset
Press the [ PAIR ] button. The call is automatically switched
when there is only 1 Bluetooth headphone is paired and
connected.
If 2 or more Bluetooth headphones ara paired, Press the
arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select the desired headphone.
Press [ SELECT ]. The call will be
switched to the selected headphone if no other Bluetooth
headphone is connected. If the telephone is currently
connected to another headphone the unit prompts you to
disconnect the Bluetooth connection with the current
headphone. Select [YES].
To switch to your handset during a call by the headphone:
Press the [ TALK / button.
Note - Make sure that the Bluetooth
headphone is not connected to any other Bluetooth device.
Video of switching the sound between the headphone and
Handset
The name of the paired headphone will be displayed while
talking using a Bluetooth headphone or in the headphone list.
You can customize the name of paired Bluetooth headphones.
Press the [ PAIR ] button.
Press the arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select the desired
headphone.
Press [ SELECT ].
Press the arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select "Change
name".
Press [ SELECT ].
Using the numbered keypad enter in the desired name. (16
characters max.)
Press [ SAVE ].
Press [ OFF ].
Video of Changing the headphone name
The PIN is used to pair the headphone to the handset. The
default PIN is “0000”. If your headphone PIN is not “0000”,
change the Bluetooth PIN beforehand.
Please make note of your new PIN. The unit will not reveal
the PIN to you.
Handset
Press [ MENU # 6 4 5 ]. If the unit
prompts you to enter the old PIN (When the default has been
changed), enter the current 4-digit PIN.
Enter the new 4 digit PIN.
Press [ OK ].
Enter the new 4 digit PIN again.
Press [ SAVE ].
Press [ OFF ].
Note
If you forget your PIN you can change the PIN using the
following method.
Handset
Press [ MENU # 6 4 5 ].
Press [ *7000
].
Enter the new 4 digit PIN.
Press [ OK ].
Enter the new 4 digit PIN again.
Press [ SAVE ].
Press [ OFF ].
Note- IF you do not know the Headsets
Bluetooth PIN refer to the headsets manual or contact the
manufacturer.
Can I use this feature to connect to a Smart phone?
(Cellphone)
No. You can only connect to a Bluetooth audio devices
(such as Bluetooth earphones, headphones, and speakers). You
can use Bluetooth audio devices to make external and internal
calls via the handset. However, the available features depend
on the specifications of the Bluetooth audio device
What type of Bluetooth Audio devices can be
connected.
Bluetooth audio devices that support HFP (Hands Free
Profile), which includes almost all Bluetooth audio devices,
such as true wireless headphones, conference speaker phones,
and overhead earphones.
What is the transmission range between Bluetooth
headphones and the handset?
It depends on specs of the Bluetooth headphones. For best
performance, we recommend using your Bluetooth headphones
within 3 m (10 feet) of the handset. The handset can
communicate with Bluetooth headphones within an approximately
10 m (33 feet) range without any obstacles or line of sight.
Can I use it anywhere in the house?
You can have better mobility by carrying the handset
because Bluetooth is built into it. DECT covers a 300 m (100
feet) range between the base unit and handset, and a 10 m (33
feet) range between the handset and Bluetooth headphones.
However, these ranges apply only without any obstacles or
line of sight. (Technically, it's 100 m without shielding
because it's Bluetooth Class 1, but effectively in the 10 m:
Class 2 range because most Bluetooth devices don't support
Class 1.)
Is the operation time shorter when I connect and use
Bluetooth headphones? Is the call time shorter?
Yes. Operation time and call time are shorter. You can
talk up to 10 hours on the handset, while it's up to 7 hours
on Bluetooth headphones.
During an incoming call if I am wearing the
headphones will the call received be transfer to headphones
automatically since my Bluetooth headphones are set to stay
connected?
It depends on the specs of your Bluetooth headphones.
Some Bluetooth headphones switch automatically. Some
Bluetooth headphones do not switch automatically. In this
case you have to press the [ PAIR ] button.
If I turn off my Bluetooth headphones (such as by
putting them into the case) during a call, does the call
automatically switch to the phone or does it end?
The call ends if you turn off the headphones, the battery
runs out, or you go out of range.
Should I disconnect after every call? What are the
pros and cons of disconnecting and staying
connected?
When you're using Airpods and they connected to a
smartphone and handset, select "Disconnect" if you want the
smartphone to be the default connection. For other
headphones, select "Stay connected" because there's no
benefit to selecting "Disconnect".
Troubleshooting questions on the Bluetooth feature
Possible cause and solutions
Confirm that your Bluetooth headphones support the Hands
Free Profile (HFP) specification.
Depending on the compatibility of the headphones, you may
not be able to pair it with the handset. For details and a
list of compatible headphones, please visit
http://shop.panasonic.com/bluetooth-phone.
Your headphones are off. Turn them on.
Make sure that the Bluetooth headphones are not connected
to another Bluetooth device.
Possible cause and solutions
The unit tried to connect to the headphones, but failed.
Someone is using the headphones. Try again later.
Make sure that the Bluetooth headphones are not connected
to another Bluetooth device.
The headphones are off or the battery is low. Turn them
on or fully charge them.
The Bluetooth headphones are out of range. Move closer
and try again.
The Bluetooth headphones are in the cradle. Lift the
headphones.
Possible cause and solutions
The unit tried to connect to the headphones, but failed.
Someone is using the headphones. Try again later.
Make sure that the Bluetooth headphones are not connected
to another Bluetooth device.
The headphones are off or the battery is low. Turn them
on or fully charge them.
The Bluetooth headphones are out of range. Move closer
and try again.
The Bluetooth headphones are in the cradle. Lift the
headphones.
If you are also using the Bluetooth headset for another
Bluetooth function (listening to music on a cell phone) after
the telephone call is complete the Panasonic telephone should
disconnect and allow you to continue use of the other device.
If this does not occur you may need to disconnect the device
manually.
There ae two options to disconnect the telephone
Reconnect using the cell phone settings (Or other
audio device)
Go the the settings Menu on the device you want to reconnect
and select the headphones.
Use the Panasonic Telephone Disconnect
setting.
Press the [ PAIR ] button.
Press the arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select the desired
headphone.
Press [ SELECT ].
Press the arrow up ▲ or down ▼ to select
"Disconnect".
Press [ SELECT ]. A long beep sounds.
Press [ OFF ].
Note - A disconnected headphone is not
unpaired from the handset, so pairing it to the handset again
is unnecessary.
Video for disconnecting from handset
Bluetooth headphones can communicate with the handset within
a range of approximately 10 m (33 feet). The connection may
be subject to interference from obstructions such as walls or
electronic devices. Move closer to the handset.
If your headphones are already connected to another Bluetooth
device such as a mobile phone, disconnect the headphones from
your mobile phone, and then connect to the handset. Only 1
set of Bluetooth headphones can be used with the unit at a
time.