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title: "Pair a Panasonic Handset with the Base"
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# Pair a Panasonic Handset with the Base

## Objective

Pair or register a Panasonic Handset with the base.

## Applies To

- Panasonic KX-TPA60
- Panasonic KX-UDT131

## Procedure

1. Confirm that the handset is displaying **Register Unit**.
2. Press and hold the button on the side of the base (close to the Status light) for about 5 seconds to put it in **Pairing Mode**. The status will change from solid green to a blinking red light.
3. Press OK on the Handset for about 2 to 3 seconds until the message **Please Wait** appears.
4. The handset should display **Registered** with a beep to indicate that registration is successful.

## Additional Information

The handset may download some firmware. This should only take about three to five minutes.