Introduction8conditions for connection to itsnetwork. It indicates no endorsementof the product by Telecom, nor does itprovide any sort of warranty. Aboveall, it provides no assurance that anyitem will work correctly in all respectswith another item of Telepermittedequipment of a different make ormodel, nor does it imply that anyproduct is compatible with all ofTelecom’s network services.Important noticeL Under power failure conditions, thistelephone may not operate. Pleaseensure that a separate telephone, notdependent on local power, is availablefor emergency use.Important safetyinstructionsWhen using your product, basic safetyprecautions should always be followedto reduce the risk of fire, electric shockand injury to persons, including thefollowing:1. Do not use this product near water forexample, near a bathtub, washbowl,kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wetbasement or near a swimming pool.2. Avoid using a telephone (other than acordless type) during an electricalstorm. There may be a remote risk ofelectric shock from lightning.3. Do not use the telephone to report agas leak in the vicinity of the leak.4. Use only the power cord andbatteries indicated in this manual. Donot dispose of batteries in a fire. Theymay explode. Check with local codesfor possible special disposalinstructions.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSFor best performanceBase unit location/avoiding noiseThe base unit and other compatiblePanasonic units use radio waves tocommunicate with each other.L For maximum coverage and noise-free communications, place your baseunit:– at a convenient, high, and centrallocation with no obstructionsbetween the handset and base unitin an indoor environment.– away from electronic appliancessuch as TVs, radios, personalcomputers, wireless devices orother phones.– avoid facing radio frequencytransmitters, such as externalantennas of mobile phone cellstations (avoid putting the base uniton a bay window or near a window).L Coverage and voice quality dependson the local environmental conditions.L If the reception for a base unit locationis not satisfactory, move the base unitto another location for betterreception.EnvironmentL Keep the product away from electricalnoise generating devices, such asfluorescent lamps and motors.L The product should be kept free fromexcessive smoke, dust, hightemperature, and vibration.L The product should not be exposed todirect sunlight.L Do not place heavy objects on thepower cord or top of the product.TG43xxNZ(e)_OI.book Page 8 Tuesday, August 26, 2008 1:58 PM