IP Proprietary Telephone KX-NT551/KX-NT553 KX-NT556

1 Quick Reference GuideIP Proprietary TelephoneModel No. KX- nt551 /KX-NT553KX- nt556 Thank you for purchasing an IP Proprietary Telephone (IP-PT). Please read thismanual carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use. Formore details, please refer to the manuals of the product supports the following PBX versions and CODEC types:RKX-NS1000: PCMPR Software File Version or laterRKX-NCP500/KX-NCP1000: PBMPR Software File Version or laterRKX-TDE100/KX-TDE200: PMMPR Software File Version or laterRKX-TDE600: PGMPR Software File Version or laterRCODEC: , , this manual, the suffix of each model number is omitted unless illustrations may differ from the appearance of the actual is a trademark or registered trademark of Plantronics, other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective Version: 2014-01 Important InformationFCC and Other InformationThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

2 These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, whichcan be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged totry to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:RReorient or relocate the receiving the separation between the equipment and the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which thereceiver is the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user s authority to operate this Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: PanasonicModel Number: KX-NT551/KX-NT553 / KX-NT556 Responsible Party:Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaTwo Riverfront PlazaNewark, NJ 07102 5490 No.

3 : 1-800-211-PANA (7262)WHEN PROGRAMMING EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND (OR) MAKING TESTCALLS TO EMERGENCY NUMBERS:a. Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning or equipment is hearing aid InformationWhen you hold the phone to your ear, noise might be heard in your Hearing Hearing Aids are not adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency)energy. If noise occurs, use the speakerphone option (if applicable) when using thisphone. Consult with your audiologist or Hearing Aid manufacturer about theavailability of Hearing Aids which provide adequate shielding to RF energycommonly emitted by digital users in Canada onlyRThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical with TIA-1083 standard:TCompatible withHearing Aid T-CoilTIA-1083 Telephone handsets identified with thislogo have reduced noise and interferencewhen used with T-Coil equipped hearingaids and cochlear InformationAccessory InformationIncluded AccessoriesHandset (1) Handset Cord (1)Stand (1)KX-NT551KX- nt553 / KX-NT556 NoteFor extra orders for the accessories, call toll-free: 1-800-332-5368.

4 (For users in theUnited States only)4 Accessory InformationOptional AccessoriesKX- nt551 KX- nt553 KX-NT556AC adaptor*1RF or users in the United States:KX-A239 (PQLV206)RFor users in Canada:KX-A239X (PQLV206)Wall mount kitKX-A432KX-A433 Add-on 48 key module KX-NT505*2*1 To order an optional AC adaptor, please order using the "KX-A239" or"KX-A239X" model number (not "PQLV206"). Can also be used with theKX-NT505.*2 KX-NT505 has the following (1) Wall mountingadaptor (1)Screws forwall mounting(3)*1 Screws forattaching to the unit(2)*1 Two screws for attaching the KX-NT505 to a screw for attaching the wall mounting adaptor to the InformationLocation of ControlsKX-NT551KX-NT553KX-NT5566 Location of ControlsAMain LCD (Liquid Crystal Display):KX- nt551 : 1 line, KX- nt553 : 3 lines, KX-NT556 : 6 linesBMessage/Ringer Lamp:When you receive an intercom call, the lamp flashes green,and on an outside call, the lamp flashes red.

5 When someonehas left you a message, the lamp stays on CO Buttons: Used to seize an outside line or performa feature that has been assigned to the Hook: Keeps the handset stable when the unit ismounted on a JackFPAUSE/PROGRAM (KX- nt551 only): Used to insert a pausewhen storing a Telephone number. This button is also used forprogramming this (KX- nt553 / KX-NT556 only): Used to insert a pausewhen storing a Telephone : Used to establish a multiple party : Used to leave a message waiting indication or callback the party who left the message waiting : Used to disconnect the current call andmake another call without hanging : Used to redial the last dialed ANS/MUTE: Used to receive an incoming call inhands-free mode or mute the microphone/handset during : Used to transfer a call to another DIAL/STORE: Used for System/Personal Speed Dialingor storing programme : Used to place a call on : Used to make or receive intercom (Speakerphone): Used for performing of ControlsQMicrophone: Used for hands free Key: Used to adjust the volume and the displaycontrast or select desired *1.

6 Used to assign the selected Buttons (S1-S4)*1: S1-S4 (located from left to right) areused to select the item displayed on the bottom line of (Electronics Hook Switch) Jack*1 VFWD/DND*1: Used to switch Call Forwarding or Do Not Disturbon your *1: Used to cancel the selected PAGE*1: Used to switch the page for the Self LCD*1: 12 lines*1 KX- nt553 / KX-NT556 only8 Location of ControlsBefore Operating the TelephoneSpeaker volumeWhile in a hands-free conversationPress [] or [] to adjust the volume*1 While using the handset or headsetPress [] or [] to adjust the volumeWhile on-hook or receiving a callPress [] or [] to adjust the Contrast (For main LCD)*2 While on-hook1. Press thePROG soft button (S1).*32. Enter .3. Press [ENTER].*44. Press [] or [] to adjust the LCD Press [ENTER].*46. Press [CANCEL].

7 *3*1 If you hear your own voice through the handset or headset, decrease thevolume.*2To change the sub LCD contrast of the KX- nt553 / KX-NT556 , enter inStep 2.*3 For KX- nt551 , press [PAUSE/PROGRAM].*4 For KX- nt551 , press [AUTO DIAL/STORE].9 Before Operating the TelephoneRing Tone1. Press thePROG soft button (S1).*12. Press a flexible CO button or [INTERCOM] 2 Enter 2 digits (01-30) using the dial keys (0-9), or press [] or [] toselect the ring Press [ENTER].*25. Press [CANCEL].*1 LCD BacklightWhile on-hook1. Press thePROG soft button (S1).*12. Enter .3. Press [ENTER].*24. Press a dial key to select the LCD backlight mode.: Automatic: Always ON: Always OFF5. Press [ENTER].*26. Press [CANCEL].*1*1 For KX- nt551 , press [PAUSE/PROGRAM].*2 For KX- nt551 , press [AUTO DIAL/STORE].10 Before Operating the TelephoneFeature OperationsMaking CallsCallingMT o an extensionN1.

8 Go Dial an extension an outside partyN1. Go Press a flexible CO Dial the outside party s phone Go Press [REDIAL].Quick Dialing1. Go Dial a quick dialing Call1. Go Enter .3. Enter a doorphone number (2 digits).4. After the confirmation tone, Speed Dialing1. Go Enter .*13. Enter a system speed dialing number (3 digits).*1 You can also press [AUTO DIAL/STORE].11 Feature OperationsPersonal Speed DialingMT o storeN1. Go Enter .3. Enter a personal speed dialing number (2 digits).4. Enter the phone number to store (max. 32 digits).*15. Press .6. After the confirmation tone, go dialN1. Go Enter .*23. Enter .4. Enter a personal speed dialing number (2 digits).One-touch DialingMT o storeN1. Press thePROG soft button (S1).*32. Press a flexible CO Enter .4. Enter the number to store (max.)

9 32 digits).*15. Press [ENTER].*46. Enter the text to store (max. 12 digits).*57. Press [ENTER].*58. Press [CANCEL].*3 MTo dialN1. Go Press the flexible CO button assigned as a One-touch Dialingbutton.*1 Enter the outside line access number before an outside phone number.*2 You can also press [AUTO DIAL/STORE].*3 For KX- nt551 , press [PAUSE/PROGRAM].*4 For KX- nt551 , press [AUTO DIAL/STORE].*5 KX- nt553 / KX-NT556 only12 Feature OperationsDuring a ConversationCall HoldMT o holdN1. Press [HOLD].2. After the confirmation tone, go retrieve a call at the holding extensionN1. Go Press a flexible CO button or [INTERCOM].MTo retrieve an outside call from another extensionN1. Go Press a flexible CO TransferMT o an extensionN1. Press [TRANSFER].2. After the confirmation tone, dial an extension Go an outside partyN1.

10 Press [TRANSFER].2. After the confirmation tone, press a flexible CO Dial an outside phone Go OperationsSetting the Telephone According to Your NeedsDo Not Disturb1. Go Enter .3. Press a dial key to select the setting.: Both outside and intercom calls: Outside calls only: Intercom calls only4. To enable Do Not Disturb, enter .To cancel Do Not Disturb, enter .5. After the confirmation tone, go ReminderMT o setN1. Go Enter .3. Enter the hour and minute (4 digits).4. If 12-hour-time display is set, enter (AM) or (PM).5. Enter (1 time) or (daily).6. After the confirmation tone, go cancelN1. Go Enter .3. After the confirmation tone, go stop or answer the ring backN1. Press [INTERCOM], or go OperationsUseful FeaturesMultiple Party ConversationMT o add other parties during a conversationN1.