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title: "Switching Out a Broken Panasonic DECT Handset"
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# Switching Out a Broken Panasonic DECT Handset

## Objective

Replace the handset for a Panasonic DECT phone.

## Applies To

- Panasonic KX-TPA60

## Procedure

1. From the DECT handset, select **Menu** > **Settings** > **System Option** > **Cancel Base** and choose the base you are canceling.
2. Click **Yes** to delete the base.
3. Turn on the new base to which you wish to pair the handset.
4. When you see a solid green light, hold the locator button on the side of the base for about four seconds, until the status indicator flashes red.
5. Press and hold the **OK** soft key on the handset until the display reads: "Please wait..." It may take a couple of minutes. The phone display reads "Registered" and the light on the base goes solid green again. It also shows a Handset and a number. The handset is paired with the base unit. The handset may download some files.

## Additional Information

See also [Switching Out a Broken Panasonic DECT Base in 8x8 Admin Console](/support/docs/switching-out-a-broken-panasonic-dect-base-in-8x8-admin-console).