Complete user’s manual
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Models:
CS6428-2/CS6429/
CS6249-15/CS6429-16/
CS6429-2/CS6429-3/
CS6429-4/CS6429-5
Getting started
Parts checklist
Your telephone package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and
original packaging in case it is necessary to ship your telephone for warranty service.
Battery compartment cover
(1 for CS6429/CS6429-15/CS6429-16)
(2 for CS6428-2/CS6429-2)
(3 for CS6429-3)
Battery
(1 for CS6429/CS6429-15/
CS6429-16)
(2 for CS6428-2/CS6429-2)
(3 for CS6429-3)
Telephone
line cord
Telephone base
power adapter
(4 for CS6429-4)
(5 for CS6429-5)
(4 for CS6429-4)
(5 for CS6429-5)
Handset
Telephone base
Charger and charger adapter
(1 for CS6429/CS6429-15/CS6429-16)
(2 for CS6428-2/CS6429-2)
(3 for CS6429-3)
(4 for CS6429-4)
(5 for CS6429-5)
(1 for CS6428-2/CS6429-2)
(2 for CS6429-3)
(3 for CS6429-4)
(4 for CS6429-5)
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Quick start guide
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Quick start guide
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Getting started
Telephone base and charger installation
Install the telephone base and charger(s) as shown below.
If you subscribe to digital subscriber line (DSL) high-speed Internet service
through your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone
line cord and the telephone wall jack. Contact your DSL service provider for more
information about DSL filters.
The telephone base comes ready for tabletop use. If you want to mount your
telephone on a wall, refer to Tabletop to wall mount installation on page 6
for details.
Charger adapter
Telephone wall jack
Telephone base
power adapter
A DSL filter (not
included) is required
if you have DSL high-
speed Internet service.
Electrical outlet
not controlled by
a wall switch
The DSL filter must
be plugged into the
telephone wall jack.
Electrical outlet
not controlled by
a wall switch
Telephone
line cord
Telephone base
Charger
CAUTION: If you subscribe to telephone service from a cable company or a VoIP
service provider, plug the telephone line cord into the modem/router/terminal
adapter provided by your cable/VoIP service provider. Contact your cable/VoIP
service provider if you have any difficulties in installation.
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Use only the power adapters supplied with this product. To order a
1 (800) 267-7377.
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The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor
mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is
plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.
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Getting started
Battery installation
Install the battery as shown below.
1. Plug the battery connector securely into the socket inside the handset
battery compartment.
2. Place the battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up and the wires inside
the battery compartment.
3. Align the cover flat against the battery compartment, then slide it towards the
center of the handset until it clicks into place.
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Getting started
Battery installation (continued)
4. Charge the handset by placing it in the telephone base or charger. The
CHARGE light is on when the handset is charging.
CHARGE light
remains on when
charging.
IMPORTANT:
Check for a dial tone by pressing . If you hear a dial tone, the installation
is successful.
If you do not hear a dial tone:
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Make sure the installation procedures described above are properly done.
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It may be a wiring problem. If you have changed your telephone service to
digital service from a cable company or a VoIP service provider, the telephone
line may need to be rewired to allow all existing telephone jacks to work.
Refer to Rewiring of telephone line for cable/VoIP service users on page 8
for more information.
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If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the
battery to prevent possible leakage.
To purchase replacement batteries, visit our website at
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Getting started
Battery charging
Once you have installed the battery, the screen indicates the battery status (see
the table below). If necessary, place the handset in the telephone base or charger
to charge the battery. For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone
base or charger when not in use. The battery is fully charged after 10 hours of
continuous charging. See the table on page 52 for battery operating times.
If the screen is blank, you need to charge the handset without interruption for
at least 30 minutes to give the handset enough charge to use the telephone for
a short time. When the battery is low, the handset plays four short beeps and
shows LOW BATTERY along with a flashing icon. When you are on a call in
low battery mode, the handset plays four short beeps every 50 seconds.
The following table summarizes the battery charge indicators and actions to take.
Battery indicators
Battery status
Action
The screen is blank,
or shows PLACE IN
CHARGER and flashes.
Battery has no charge
or very little charge. The (at least 30 minutes).
handset cannot be used.
Charge without interruption
The screen shows
LOW BATTERY and
flashes.
Battery has enough
charge to be used for a
short time.
Charge without interruption (at
least 30 minutes).
The screen shows
HANDSET X.
Battery is charged.
To keep the battery charged,
place it in the telephone base
or charger when not in use.
If you place the handset in the telephone base or charger without plugging in a
battery, the screen displays NO BATTERY.
After you install your telephone or power returns following a power outage, the
handset will prompt you to set the date and time. For instructions, see
Set date and time on page 16. To skip setting the date and
SET DATE
time, press OFF/CANCEL.
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Getting started
Installation options
The telephone comes ready for tabletop use. If you want to mount your telephone
on a wall, use the provided wall mount bracket to connect with a standard
dual-stud telephone wall mount plate. If you do not have this wall mount plate,
you can purchase one from many hardware or consumer electronics retailers.
You may need a professional to install the wall mount plate.
Tabletop to wall mount installation
1. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the bottom
of the telephone base. Plug the small end of the base power adapter into the
POWER jack on the bottom of the telephone base.
2. Position the telephone base against the wall mount bracket. Insert the extend tabs
(marked B) of the wall mount bracket into the slots (marked B) on the back of the
telephone base. Push the telephone base down until it clicks securely in place.
3. Route the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) through the hole in the middle
of the wall mount bracket and plug it into the telephone wall jack. Route the
power cord out of the bottom of the telephone and plug it into an electrical
outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
4. Align the holes on the bracket with the standard wall mount plate and slide the
bracket down until it locks securely. Bundle the telephone line cord and power
adapter cord neatly with twist ties.
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2
4
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Getting started
Installation options (continued)
Wall mount to tabletop installation
1. If the telephone line cord and power adapter cord are bundled, untie
them first.
2. Slide the black wall mount bracket up and remove it from the wall mount plate.
Unplug the end of the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) from the telephone
wall jack. Unplug the power adapter from the power outlet.
3. Slide the telephone base up and remove it from the wall mount bracket.
4. See Telephone base and charger installation on page 2.
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Getting started
Rewiring of telephone line for cable/VoIP service users
If you have changed to cable/VoIP service through a modem/router/terminal
adapter to establish telephone connection, the existing telephone jacks in your
home may no longer work. Your cable/VoIP service provider uses a seperate
cable connecting from the main line to the modem installed in your home.
To allow all existing telephone jacks to work, rewiring of the telephone line (as
indicated by the dotted line in the illustration below) may be needed. Rewiring
requires professional installation (fees may apply). Contact your cable/VoIP
service provider for more information.
Conventional
telephone line jack
OLD
Main
landline
NEW
Main cable
line
Modem/Router/
Terminal adapter
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Getting started
Telephone base layout
X/DELETE
Message window
Shows the number of messages and
other answering system information
Press to delete the message currently
When the telephone is not in use, press
twice to delete all previously reviewed
/SKIP
Press to skip to the next
IN USE light
Flashes when there
is an incoming call,
or another telephone
sharing the same line
is in use.
/VOL and /VOL
On when the handset
is in use, or the
answering system is
answering a call.
Press to adjust
the volume during
message playback
/FIND HANDSET
When the phone is
not in use, press to
adjust the telephone
base ringer volume
(page 12).
Press once and then
release to page all
system handsets
/ANS ON/OFF
/PLAY/STOP
Press to turn the answering
system on or off (page 37).
/REPEAT
Press to repeat a message or
press twice to play the previous
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Handset layout
CHARGE light
On when the handset is charging in the telephone base
or charger (page 4).
/VOLUME
Press to enter the directory when the telephone is not in
use (page 29).
Press to scroll up while in a menu, or in the directory, call
log or redial list.
During a call or message playback, press to increase the
listening volume (page 18 or page 44).
When entering numbers or names in the directory, press
to move the cursor to the right.
MUTE/DELETE
While on a call, press to mute the microphone (page 19).
While using the dialing keys, press to delete digits
or characters.
While the handset is ringing, press to silence the
ringer temporarily (page 19).
While reviewing the redial list, directory or call log, press to
delete an individual entry (pages 20, 29 and 36 respectively).
/FLASH
During a call, press to answer an incoming call when
1
While reviewing a call log entry, press repeatedly to add
or remove 1 in front of the call log entry before dialing or
saving it to the directory.
TONE
Press to switch to tone dialing temporarily when using the
pulse service (page 19).
(speakerphone)
Press to make or answer a call.
During a call, press to switch between the speakerphone and
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Getting started
Handset layout
MENU/SELECT
Press to show the menu.
While in a menu, press to select an item, or save an
entry or setting.
CID /VOLUME
Press to review the call log when the telephone
Press to scroll down while in a menu, or in the directory,
call log or redial list.
During a call or message playback, press to decrease the
listening volume (page 18 or page 44).
When entering numbers or names in the directory, press
to move the cursor to the left.
OFF/CANCEL
During a call, press to hang up.
While the handset is ringing, press to silence the ringer
While the telephone is not in use, press and hold to erase
the missed call indicator (page 34).
While in a menu, press to exit to the previous menu or
press and hold to exit to idle mode.
# (pound key)
Press repeatedly to show other dialing options when
Dialing keys
Press to enter numbers or characters.
INT (intercom)
Press to start an intercom conversation or transfer a call
REDIAL/PAUSE
While dialing or entering numbers into the directory,
press and hold to insert a dialing pause.
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Telephone settings
Using the menu
In the ringers menu, you can select the ringer tones and adjust the ringer volume
for incoming calls.
In the settings menu, you can change and edit the settings for LCD language,
voicemail indicators, key tone, date and time, home area code and dial mode.
Go to Answering system settings starting on page 37 for instructions on how
to modify the answering system settings with a system handset shown in the
table below.
Setting
Page
37
Answer on/off
Announcement (play, record and delete)
Call screening
39
Number of rings
39
Remote access code
Message alert tone
Recording time
39
40
40
To enter the handset menu:
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or until the screen displays the desired feature menu.
3. Press MENU/SELECT to enter that menu.
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To return to the previous menu, press OFF/CANCEL.
To return to idle mode, press and hold OFF/CANCEL.
Ringer volume (telephone base)
Press /VOL or /VOL on the telephone base to adjust the ringer volume
when the telephone is not in use. When you set the ringer volume to zero, the
base ringer is off and the system announces, “Base ringer is off.”
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Telephone settings
Ringer volume (handset)
You can adjust the ringer volume or turn the ringer off.
>RINGERS
SETTINGS
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to select >RINGERS, then press
MENU/SELECT.
>RINGER VOLUME
RINGER TONE
3. Press or to select >RINGER VOLUME, then press
MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to adjust the volume. A sample of each ringer
volume plays as you scroll through the choices.
5. Press MENU/SELECT to save your selection. You hear a
RINGER VOLUME
confirmation tone.
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The ringer volume also determines the ringer volume of
the intercom calls and the volume of paging tone.
When the handset ringer volume is set to off, that handset is silenced for all
incoming calls except paging tone and displays on the handset.
Unless the ringer volume is turned off on that handset, each handset rings
when there is an incoming call.
Ringer tone
You can choose from different ringer tones.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
>RINGER TONE
RINGER VOLUME
2. Press or to select >RINGERS, then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >RINGER TONE, then press
MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to select a desired ringer tone. A sample of
each ringer tone plays as you scroll through the choices.
RINGER TONE
>1
5. Press MENU/SELECT to save your selection. You hear a
confirmation tone.
If you turn off the handset ringer volume, you will not hear ringer tone samples.
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Telephone settings
LCD language
You can select a language (English, French or Spanish) to be
used in all screen displays.
>LCD LANGUAGE
CLR VOICEMAIL
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to select >SETTINGS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >LCD LANGUAGE, then press
LCD LANGUAGE
>ENGLISH
MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to choose ENGLISH, FRANÇAIS or
ESPAÑOL.
5. Press MENU/SELECT to save your selection. You hear a
confirmation tone.
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Telephone settings
Clear voicemail indicators
If you subscribe to voicemail service offered by your telephone service provider,
NEW VOICEMAIL and
appear on the handset when you have new voicemail
messages. Contact your telephone service provider for more information about
using your voicemail service.
After you have listened to all new voicemail messages, the indicators on the
handset turn off automatically.
Use this feature when the telephone indicates that there is new voicemail but
there are none (for example, when you have accessed your voicemail while
away from home). This feature only turns off the indicators; it does not delete
your voicemail messages. As long as you have new voicemail messages, your
telephone service provider continues to send the signal to turn on the indicators.
HANDSET 1
NEW VOICEMAIL
To manually turn off these indicators:
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
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2. Press or to select >SETTINGS, then press
MENU/SELECT.
TURN OFF
INDICATOR?
3. Press or to select >CLR VOICEMAIL, then
press MENU/SELECT. The screen shows TURN OFF
INDICATOR?
4. Press MENU/SELECT to save your selection. You hear a
confirmation tone.
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Your telephone service provider may alert you of new messages with a
stutter (broken) dial tone. Contact your telephone service provider for details.
Voicemail is different from answering system messages recorded in your
answering system. For more information about the difference, see page 41.
Key tone
You can turn the key tone on or off.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
>KEY TONE
SET DATE/TIME
2. Press or to select >SETTINGS, then press
MENU/SELECT.
KEY TONE
>ON
3. Press or to select >KEY TONE, then press
MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to choose ON or OFF.
5. Press MENU/SELECT to save your selection. You hear a
confirmation tone.
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Telephone settings
Set date and time
The answering system announces the date and time of each message prior to
playing it. If you subscribe to caller ID service, the day, month and time are set
automatically with each incoming call. However, the year must be correct so that
the day of the week can be calculated from the caller ID information. Before using
the answering system, set the date and time.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
>SET DATE/TIME
HOME AREA CODE
2. Press or to select >SETTINGS, then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >SET DATE/TIME, then press
MENU/SELECT.
SET DATE
4. When the month is flashing, press or until the screen
11/20/10
displays the correct month. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm.
-OR-
Press the dialing keys (0-9) to enter the current month (for
example, if the month is March, you must enter 03).
SET TIME
10:30 PM
5. Repeat Step 4 to set the correct date and year and then
press MENU/SELECT to advance to set the time.
6. Repeat Step 4 until the time is set. Press or to choose
AM or PM, or press 2 for AM or 7 for PM. Press
MENU/SELECT to save your selection. You hear a confirmation tone.
If the date and time are not set, the system announces, “Time and date not set,”
before each message plays.
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Telephone settings
Home area code
If you dial your local calls using only seven digits (area code not required), you
can program your home area code so that when you receive a call within your
local area, the telephone number is automatically stored without the area code in
the call log.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
>HOME AREA CODE
DIAL MODE
2. Press or to select >SETTINGS, then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >HOME AREA CODE, then press
MENU/SELECT.
HOME AREA CODE
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4. Use the dialing keys to enter the desired home area code.
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Press MUTE/DELETE to delete a digit.
Press and hold MUTE/DELETE to delete the entire entry.
5. Press MENU/SELECT to save the selection. You hear a confirmation tone.
If, in the future, your telephone service provider requires you to dial the area code
when making a local call, or, if you move to a location that requires it, delete the
home area code you have already programmed, following the steps above. After
you have deleted the home area code, _ _ _ will appear in the display.
Dial mode
The default dial mode is tone dialing. If you have pulse (rotary) service, you need
to change the dial mode to pulse dialing before using the telephone.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
>DIAL MODE
LCD LANGUAGE
2. Press or to select >SETTINGS, then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >DIAL MODE, then press
MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to choose TONE or PULSE.
DIAL MODE
>TONE
5. Press MENU/SELECT to save your selection. You hear a
confirmation tone.
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Telephone operation
Make a call
1. Press /FLASH, then wait for a dial tone.
-OR-
Press to use the speakerphone, then wait
for a dial tone.
2. Use the dialing keys to enter the telephone number.
Predial a call
1. Use the dialing keys to enter the telephone number (up to 30 digits).
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Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to insert a dialing pause (a P appears).
Press MUTE/DELETE or OFF/CANCEL to make corrections.
2. Press
/FLASH or
to call.
Answer a call
Press
/FLASH,
or any dialing key (0-9, TONE or #).
End a call
Press OFF/CANCEL or put the handset in the telephone base or charger.
The screen shows the elapsed time as you talk (in hours, minutes
and seconds).
Speakerphone
During a call, press to switch between speakerphone and normal handset use.
When the speakerphone is active, the handset shows SPEAKER and
.
Volume
During a call, press /VOLUME or /VOLUME to adjust the listening volume.
When the volume reaches the minimum or maximum setting, you hear two beeps.
The handset earpiece volume setting and speakerphone volume setting
are independent.
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Telephone operation
Mute
The mute function allows you to hear the other party but
the other party cannot hear you.
1. During a call, press MUTE/DELETE on the handset. The
handset displays MUTED for a few seconds and MUTE
appears until the mute function is turned off.
2. Press MUTE/DELETE again to resume the conversation.
The handset screen temporarily shows
MICROPHONE ON.
MUTED
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Call waiting
When you subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone service provider,
you hear an alert tone if there is an incoming call while you are on another call.
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Press /FLASH to put the current call on hold and take the new call.
Press /FLASH at any time to switch back and forth between calls.
Temporary ringer silencing
When the telephone is ringing, you can temporarily silence the ringer of the
handset without disconnecting the call. The next call rings normally at the
preset volume.
To silence the ringer:
When the telephone is ringing, press OFF/CANCEL or MUTE/DELETE on the
handset, RINGER MUTED and
show on the screen.
Temporary tone dialing
If you have dial pulse (rotary) dialing service only, you can temporarily switch
from dial pulse to touch-tone dialing during a call.
1. During a call, press TONE .
2. Use the dialing keys to enter the number. The telephone sends
touch-tone signals.
3. The telephone automatically returns to pulse dialing mode after you end
the call.
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Telephone operation
Redial list
Each handset stores the last 10 telephone numbers dialed.
When there are already 10 redial entries, the oldest entry is
deleted to make room for the new entry.
Entries are shown in reverse chronological order.
Review and dial a redial entry
1. Press REDIAL/PAUSE when the handset is not in use.
REDIAL
800-595-9511
2. Press
,
or REDIAL/PAUSE repeatedly to browse. The
handset beeps twice at the beginning or end of the list.
3. Press
-OR-
/FLASH or
to dial.
1. Press
/FLASH or
and then wait for a dial tone.
2. Press REDIAL/PAUSE and then press
,
or REDIAL/PAUSE repeatedly
to browse.
3. When the desired entry displays, press MENU/SELECT to dial.
Store a number from the redial list to the directory
1. When the desired number in the redial list displays, press
MENU/SELECT twice.
2. Follow Step 3 to Step 6 in Create a new directory entry on page 28.
Delete a redial entry
1. Press REDIAL/PAUSE when the handset is not in use.
2. Press
,
or REDIAL/PAUSE repeatedly to browse to the desired entry.
3. Press MUTE/DELETE to delete the displayed number. You hear a
confirmation tone.
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Telephone operation
Chain dialing
Use this feature to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored in the
directory, call log or redial while you are on a call.
Chain dialing can be useful if you wish to access other numbers (such as bank
account numbers or access codes) from the directory, call log or redial list.
To access the directory while on a call:
1. Press MENU/SELECT.
PHONE
800-595-9511
0:01:30
2. Press or to scroll to >DIRECTORY, then press
MENU/SELECT.
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3. Press or to scroll or use the dialing keys (0 through
>DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
4. Press MENU/SELECT to dial the displayed number.
To access the call log while on a call:
1. Press MENU/SELECT.
Mike Smith
800-595-9511
2. Press or to scroll to >CALL LOG, then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to scroll to the desired entry.
4. Press MENU/SELECT to dial the displayed number.
To access the redial list while on a call:
1. Press REDIAL/PAUSE.
2. Press
,
or REDIAL/PAUSE repeatedly to scroll to the desired number.
3. Press MENU/SELECT to dial the displayed number.
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You cannot edit a directory entry, copy a call log or redial entry into the directory
while on a call.
Press OFF/CANCEL to exit the directory, call log or redial list while on a call.
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Telephone operation
Join a call in progress
You can use up to four system handsets at a time on an outside call. You can
buy additional expansion handsets (CS6409) for this telephone base. You can
register up to five handsets to the telephone base.
To join a call:
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When a handset is on a call, press
Press OFF/CANCEL to exit the call. The call continues until all handsets hang up.
/FLASH or
on another handset.
Find handset
Use this feature to find all system handsets.
To start the paging tone:
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Press /FIND HANDSET on the telephone base once
and then release when the telephone is not in use. All idle
handsets ring and their screens show ** PAGING**.
To end the paging tone:
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Press /FIND HANDSET on the telephone base once and
then release.
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Press /FLASH, or any dialing key (0-9, TONE or #) on the handset.
Place the handset in the telephone base or charger.
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Do not press and hold /FIND HANDSET for more than four seconds. It may
lead to handset deregistration. If 1.PRESS FIND HS ON BASE 4 SEC and
2.THEN PRESS # ON HANDSET display alternately on the handset, refer to
Add and register a handset (optional) on page 53 to register the handset
to the telephone base.
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When you press OFF/CANCEL or MUTE/DELETE on a handset, the ringer of
that handset is silenced but the paging tone continues on other handsets.
You cannot use the find handset feature while the telephone base is playing
messages or the answering system is being accessed remotely.
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Telephone operation
Intercom
Use the intercom feature for conversations between two handsets.
1. Press INT on your handset when not in use.
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If you have two handsets, your handset shows
CALLING
OTHER HANDSET
CALLING OTHER HANDSET.
If you have three or more handsets, your handset
shows INTERCOM TO: Use the dialing keys to select a
destination handset. Your handset shows
CALLING HANDSET X.
OTHER HANDSET
IS CALLING
The destination handset rings and its screen shows
OTHER HANDSET IS CALLING when you have two
handsets, or HANDSET X IS CALLING when you have
three or more handsets.
INTERCOM
2. To answer the intercom call, press
/FLASH, , INT
or any dialing key (0-9, TONE or #) on the destination
handset. Both handsets now show INTERCOM.
3. To end an intercom call, press OFF/CANCEL or place the
handset back in the telephone base or charger. Both handsets now show
INTERCOM ENDED.
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You can cancel the intercom call before it is answered by pressing
OFF/CANCEL or INT on the originating handset.
If the destination handset does not answer the intercom call within
100 seconds, is in the directory or call log, or is out of range, the
originating handset shows UNABLE TO CALL. TRY AGAIN and returns
to idle mode.
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Press OFF/CANCEL or MUTE/DELETE on the destination handset to
temporarily silence the intercom ringer.
You can use two pairs of handsets on two intercom calls at a time. When
two pairs of handsets are used on intercom calls, use the fifth handset for an
outside call.
•
If there is an incoming call while the originating handset shows
INTERCOM TO:, the intercom request will be stopped and the screen will
show INCOMING CALL.
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Telephone operation
Answer an incoming call during an intercom call
When you receive an outside call during an intercom call, there is an alert tone.
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To answer the incoming outside call, press /FLASH. The intercom call
ends automatically.
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To end the intercom call without answering the outside call, press
OFF/CANCEL. The telephone continues to ring.
Call transfer using intercom
Use the intercom feature to transfer an outside call to another system handset.
1. During a call, press INT.
INTERCOM TO:
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If you have two handsets, the outside call is put on hold
and your handset shows CALLING OTHER HANDSET.
•
If you have three or more handsets, your handset
shows INTERCOM TO: Use the dialing keys to enter
a handset number. The outside call is put on hold and
your handset shows CALLING HANDSET X.
CALLING
HANDSET X
The destination handset rings and its screen shows
OTHER HANDSET IS CALLING when you have two
handsets, or HANDSET X IS CALLING when you have
three or more handsets.
HANDSET X
IS CALLING
2. To answer the intercom call on the destination handset, press
/FLASH, , INT or any dialing key (0-9, TONE or #).
The outside call is still on hold and both handsets now show
INTERCOM. You can now have a private conversation with
the destination handset.
INTERCOM
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To cancel the transfer and return to the outside call
before the intercom call is answered, press
OFF/CANCEL, /FLASH or INT on your handset.
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If the other handset is not answered within 100 seconds, is in use, on a call or
is out of range, the calling handset shows UNABLE TO CALL. TRY AGAIN
and then reconnects to the outside call.
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Telephone operation
Call transfer using intercom (continued)
3. From this intercom call, you have the following options:
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You can let the destination handset join you on the outside call in a
three-way conversation. Press and hold INT on the originating handset.
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You can transfer the call. Press OFF/CANCEL, or place your handset back in
the telephone base or charger. Your handset shows
CALL TRANSFERRED. The destination handset is then connected to the
outside call.
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You can press INT to switch between the outside call (OUTSIDE CALL
displays) and the intercom call (INTERCOM displays).
The destination handset can end the intercom call by pressing
OFF/CANCEL, or by placing the handset back in the telephone base or
charger. The outside call continues with the original system handset.
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Directory
About the directory
The directory stores up to 50 entries with up to 30 digits for
DIRECTORY EMPTY
DIRECTORY FULL
each phone number and 15 characters for each name.
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Directory entries are shared by all system handsets. Any
modifications made on one handset apply to all
system handsets.
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When you access the directory without records, the screen
shows DIRECTORY EMPTY.
When the directory is full and you try to save an entry, the
screen shows DIRECTORY FULL.
When you try to save an entry already stored in the
directory, the screen shows NUMBER ALREADY SAVED.
When the telephone number in the directory exceeds 15
digits, < appears in front of the telephone number. Press
TONE to move towards the end of the telephone number
or press # (pound key) to move towards the beginning of
the telephone number.
NUMBER
ALREADY SAVED
Mike Smith
<* 800595951100
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Only one handset can review the directory at a time. When
a handset tries to enter the directory while another handset
is already in it, NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME appears.
Mike Smith
005959511001 #>
NOT AVAILABLE
AT THIS TIME
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Directory
Create a new directory entry
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
>DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
2. Press or to select >DIRECTORY and then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >ADD CONTACT, then press
MENU/SELECT. The screen displays ENTER NUMBER.
4. Use the dialing keys to enter a number (up to 30 digits).
>ADD CONTACT
SPEED DIAL
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•
•
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Press MUTE/DELETE to erase a digit.
Press and hold MUTE/DELETE to erase all digits.
Press or to move the cursor to the left or right.
Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to enter a dialing pause
(a P appears).
ENTER NUMBER
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-OR-
Copy a number from the redial list by pressing
ENTER NAME
_
REDIAL/PAUSE and then press
,
or REDIAL/PAUSE
repeatedly to select a number. Press MENU/SELECT to edit
the number.
5. Press MENU/SELECT to move to the name. The screen
shows ENTER NAME.
6. Use the dialing keys to enter the name (up to 15 characters). Additional key
presses show other characters of that particular key. Press the key repeatedly
until the desired character appears. The first character and the character after
a space are automatically capitalized.
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•
•
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Press 0 to add a space.
Press or to move the cursor to the left or right.
Press MUTE/DELETE to erase a character.
Press and hold MUTE/DELETE to erase all characters.
7. Press MENU/SELECT to save. The screen displays SAVED and then you hear
a confirmation tone.
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Directory
Create a new directory entry (continued)
-OR-
1. Enter the number when the handset is not in use.
EDIT NUMBER
800-595-9511_
2. Press MENU/SELECT and the screen displays
EDIT NUMBER.
3. Use the dialing keys to edit the number.
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•
•
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Press MUTE/DELETE to erase a digit.
Press and hold MUTE/DELETE to erase all digits.
Press or to move the cursor to the left or right.
Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to enter a dialing pause
(a P appears).
EDIT NAME
Mike Smith_
4. Press MENU/SELECT to move to the name. The screen shows EDIT NAME.
5. Use the dialing keys to enter the name. Additional key presses show other
characters of that particular key. Press the key repeatedly until the desired
character appears. The first character and the character after a space are
automatically capitalized.
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•
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Press 0 to add a space.
Press or to move the cursor to the left or right.
Press MUTE/DELETE to erase a character.
Press and hold MUTE/DELETE to erase all characters.
6. Press MENU/SELECT to save. The screen displays SAVED and then you hear
a confirmation tone.
If you pause for too long while storing an entry, the procedure times out and you
have to begin again.
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Directory
Review the directory
Entries are sorted alphabetically.
Mike Smith
800-595-9511
1. Press
when the handset is not in use.
-OR-
Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
Press or to scroll to >DIRECTORY, then press MENU/SELECT twice.
2. Press or to browse.
Alphabetical search
1. Press
when the handset is not in use.
-OR-
Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. Press or to select
>DIRECTORY and then press MENU/SELECT twice.
2. Use the dialing keys to enter the letters associated with the name. For
example, if you have name entries Jenny, Kristen and Linda in your directory,
press 5 (JKL) once to find Jenny, twice to find Kristen, or three times to find
Linda. If there is no name entry matching your search, the next closest match
in alphabetical order appears. If necessary, press or to browse.
Dial a directory entry
1. Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review the directory or
Alphabetical search above).
2. When the desired entry displays, press
/FLASH or
to dial.
Edit a directory entry
1. Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review the directory or
Alphabetical search above).
2. Follow Step 2 to Step 6 in Create a new directory entry on page 28.
Delete a directory entry
1. Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review the directory or
Alphabetical search above).
2. When the desired entry displays, press MUTE/DELETE. Then the handset
displays DELETE CONTACT?
3. Press MENU/SELECT to delete the displayed entry. The handset shows
DELETING... and then CONTACT DELETED with a confirmation tone. Once
deleted, you cannot retrieve that entry.
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Directory
Speed dial
You can copy up to 10 directory entries into the speed dial locations so that you
can dial these numbers using fewer keys than usual.
The speed dial memory locations are stored in the telephone base and are
shared by all handsets. Changes made to the speed dial entries on one handset
apply to all.
Store a speed dial entry
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
>0:<EMPTY>
1:Linda Jones
2. Press or to scroll to >DIRECTORY, then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to scroll to >SPEED DIAL, then press
MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to choose the desired speed dial location.
COPY FROM
DIRECTORY
5. Press MENU/SELECT to show the directory.
6. Press or to browse to desired entry.
Mike Smith
800-595-9511
-OR-
Use the alphabetical search to find the desired entry .
7. Press MENU/SELECT to save. The name (up to 12
characters) appears in the selected speed dial location.
>0:Mike Smith
1:Linda Jones
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If the directory is empty, when you press MENU/SELECT
in Step 5, the screen shows DIRECTORY EMPTY.
If the speed dial location you selected is occupied, the
new directory entry you selected replaces the old one.
Take caution not to replace entries you do not wish to
delete from the speed dial locations.
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Directory
Dial a speed dial number
1. Press and hold a dialing key (0 through 9) to display the desired speed dial
when the handset is not in use.
2. Press
/FLASH or
to dial the displayed telephone number. When the speed
dial location is empty, the screen shows the speed dial list. See Store a
Delete a speed dial entry
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to scroll to select >DIRECTORY, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >SPEED DIAL, then press MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to choose the desired speed dial location, then press
MUTE/DELETE. <EMPTY> appears and you hear a confirmation tone.
Deleting the speed dial entries does not affect the entries in the directory.
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Caller ID
About caller ID
This product supports caller ID service offered by most telephone service
providers. Caller ID allows you to see the name, number, date and time of calls.
The available caller ID information will appear after the first or second ring.
Information about caller ID with call waiting
Caller ID with call waiting lets you see the name and telephone number of the
caller before answering the call, even while on another call.
It may be necessary to change your telephone service to use this feature.
Contact your telephone service provider if:
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You have both caller ID and call waiting, but as separate services (you may
need to combine these service).
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You have only caller ID service, or only call waiting service.
You do not subscribe to caller ID or call waiting service.
There may be fees for caller ID services. In addition, services may not be
available in all areas.
This product can provide information only if both you and the caller are in areas
offering caller ID service and if both telephone service provider use compatible
equipment. The time and date are sent by the telephone service provider along
with the call information.
The caller ID information may not be available for every incoming call. The callers
may intentionally block their names and /or telephone numbers.
You can use this product with regular caller ID service, or you can use this
product’s other features without subscribing to either caller ID or combined
caller ID with call waiting service.
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Caller ID
Call log
If you subscribe to caller ID service, information about each caller will appear
after the first or second ring. If you answer a call before the caller information
appear on the screen, it will not be saved in the call log.
•
The call log stores up to 50 entries. Each entry has up to 24 digits for the
phone number and 15 characters for the name. If the phone number has more
than 15 digits, only the last 15 digits appear. If the name has more than 15
characters, only the first 15 characters are shown and saved in the call log.
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Call log entries are shared by all system handsets. Any modifications made on
one handset apply to all.
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•
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You can review, redial, and copy an entry into the directory.
Entries appear in reverse chronological order.
When the call log is full, the oldest entry is deleted to make room for new
incoming call information.
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XX MISSED CALLS shows when there are new call log entries that have not
been reviewed.
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CALL LOG EMPTY shows when you access the call log without records.
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Only one handset can review the call log at a time. If a handset tries to enter
the call log while another handset is already in it, its screen displays
NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME.
•
For call log entries with numbers between 16 and 24 digits, in order to view
the entire number, you must save the entry to the directory (see page 35).
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If the phone number has more than 24 digits, it will not be saved or shown in
the call log.
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Caller ID
Missed call indicator
When there are calls that have not been reviewed, the idle handset shows
XX MISSED CALLS.
Each time you review a call log entry marked NEW, the number of missed calls
decrease by one.
When you have reviewed all the missed calls, the missed calls indicator no
longer shows.
If you do not want to review the missed calls one by one, press and hold
OFF/CANCEL on an idle handset to erase the missed call indicator. All entries
are then considered old and kept in the call log.
Memory match
When the incoming telephone number matches the last seven digits of a
telephone number in your directory, the screen displays the stored name of the
directory entry.
For example, if Linda Jones calls, her name appears as Linda if this is how you
entered into your directory.
The number shown in the call log is in the format sent by the telephone service
provider. The telephone service provider usually delivers ten-digit telephone
numbers (area code plus telephone number). If the last seven digits of the
incoming telephone number does not match a number in your directory, the
name appears as it is delivered by the telephone service provider.
Review and dial from the call log
1. When a handset is in idle mode, press CID to review the call log in reverse
chronological order.
-OR-
Press MENU/SELECT. Press or to scroll to >CALL LOG, then press
MENU/SELECT twice.
2. Press or to browse.
3. Press
/FLASH or
to dial the displayed telephone number from the call log.
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Caller ID
View dialing options
Although the call log entries received have 10 digits (the area code plus the
seven-digit number), in some areas, you may dial only the seven digits, or 1 plus
the seven digits, or 1 plus the area code plus the seven digits. You may change
the number of digits that you dial from or store in
the directory.
Mike Smith
800-595-9511
While reviewing the call log, press # (pound key)
repeatedly to show different dialing options for local
and long distance numbers before dialing or saving
the telephone number in the directory.
Press #
Press #
Press #
Press #
-OR-
1-800-595-9511
595-9511
Press 1 repeatedly if you need to add or remove 1
in front of the telephone number before dialing or
saving it in the directory.
When the number is shown in the correct format for
dialing, press
the displayed number.
1-595-9511
800-595-9511
1-800-595-9511
800-595-9511
Press 1
Press 1
/FLASH or
on the handset to dial
If you do not need to dial the area code for local calls, make sure to program
your home area code (see page 17).
Save a call Iog entry to the directory
1. Select a desired entry in the call log (see Review and dial from the call log
on page 34).
2. Follow Step 2 to Step 6 in Create a new directory entry on page 28.
If the telephone number has more than 15 digits, only the last 15 digits appear
in the call log. The telephone can still save all digits (up to 24 digits) of that call
log entry in the directory.
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Caller ID
Delete from the call log
To delete one entry:
1. When in the call log, press or to browse.
2. Press MUTE/DELETE to delete the selected entry. The screen displays
DELETING... and then you hear a confirmation tone.
To delete all entries:
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to select >CALL LOG, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >DEL ALL CALLS, then press MENU/SELECT. The
screen shows DELETE ALL CALLS?
4. Press MENU/SELECT to save. The screen shows DELETING... and then you
hear a confirmation tone.
Call log display screen messages
Displays:
When:
The caller is blocking the name information.
PRIVATE NAME
PRIVATE NUMBER
PRIVATE CALLER
UNKNOWN NAME
UNKNOWN NUMBER
UNKNOWN CALLER
The caller is blocking the telephone number.
The caller is blocking the name and telephone number.
The caller’s name is unavailable.
The caller’s telephone number is unavailable.
No call information is available about this caller.
It is a long distance call.
LONG DISTANCE
-OR-
L(before the caller’s
number)
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Answering system settings
Answering system setup
Use the answering system menu of a system handset to turn on or off the
answering system or message alert tone, set up the announcement message,
activate the call screening, or change the number of rings, remote access code
and message recording time.
You can turn the answering system on or off from either the handset or the
telephone base, but you can only use the handset to change other answering
system settings.
Answer on/off
The answering system must be turned on to answer and
record messages.
When the answering system is turned on, the
/ANS ON/OFF light on the telephone base turns on and
ANS ON displays on the handset.
To turn on or off with the telephone base:
Press /ANS ON/OFF to turn the built-in answering system on
HANDSET 1
or off. When the answering system is turned on, it announces,
“Calls will be answered.” When the answering system is turned
off, it announces, “Calls will not be answered.”
ANS ON
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To turn on or off with the handset:
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to select >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >ANSWER ON/OFF, then press MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to choose ON or OFF, then press MENU/SELECT to save. You
hear a confirmation tone.
You cannot turn the answering system on or off while a handset is on a call or
the telephone base is playing messages.
Announcement
The telephone is preset with a greeting that answers calls with “Hello, please
leave a message after the tone.” You can use this preset announcement, or
replace it with your own.
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Answering system settings
Record a new announcement
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to scroll to >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press MENU/SELECT to choose >ANNOUNCEMENT. The system announces,
“To play, press 2. To record, press 7.”
4. Press 7. The system announces, “Record after the tone. Press 5 when you are done.”
5. After the tone, face and speak towards the handset microphone to record your
announcement.
6. Press 5 when you finish the recording. The handset plays back the
recorded announcement.
Your announcement can be up to 90 seconds in length. The system does not
record any announcement shorter than two seconds.
Play the announcement
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to scroll to >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press MENU/SELECT to choose >ANNOUNCEMENT. The system announces,
“To play, press 2. To record, press 7.”
4. Press 2 to play the current announcement from the speakerphone.
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Press /VOLUME to decrease or /VOLUME to increase the
listening volume.
•
Press to switch between the speakerphone and the handset earpiece.
Delete your announcement
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to select >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANNOUNCEMENT.
4. The handset announces, “To play, press 2. To record, press 7” and the screen
displays 2-PLAY 3-DELETE 5-STOP 7-RECORD. Press 3 or
MUTE/DELETE to delete your own recorded announcement. The handset
announces, “Announcement deleted.”
When your announcement is deleted, calls are answered with the
default announcement.
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Answering system settings
Call screening
You can listen at the telephone base to a caller leaving a message. If you want to
turn off the call screening feature, use a system handset to turn this feature off.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to select >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT.
4. Press MENU/SELECT to select >CALL SCREENING.
5. Press or to choose ON or OFF, then press MENU/SELECT to save. You
hear a confirmation tone.
Number of rings
You can set the answering system to answer an incoming call after two, three, four,
five, six rings; or toll saver. With toll saver selected, the answering system answers
a call after two rings if you have new messages, and after four rings when there are
no new messages. This feature allows you to check for new messages and avoid
paying long distance charges if you are calling from out of your local area.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to scroll to >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to scroll to >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to scroll to ># OF RINGS, then press MENU/SELECT.
5. Press or to scroll and choose among 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or TOLL SAVER.
6. Press MENU/SELECT to save. You hear a confirmation tone.
Remote access code
A two-digit security code is required to access the answering system remotely from
any touch-tone telephone. The default code is 19. You can set the code from 00 to 99.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to select >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to select >REMOTE CODE, then press MENU/SELECT.
5. Press the dialing keys (0-9) to enter the code or or to select from 00 to 99,
then press MENU/SELECT to save your selection. You hear a confirmation tone.
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Answering system settings
Message alert tone
When the message alert tone is turned on and you have new message(s), the
telephone base beeps every 10 seconds. Unless you change it, the message
alert tone is set to off.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to select >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to select >MSG ALERT TONE, then press MENU/SELECT.
5. Press or to choose ON or OFF, then press MENU/SELECT to save your
selection. You hear a confirmation tone.
•
The answering system must be turned on for the message alert tone
to function.
•
Press any key on the telephone base (except /FIND HANDSET) to
temporarily silence the message alert tone.
Recording time
You can set the recording time for each incoming message.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to select >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT.
4. Press or to select >RECORDING TIME, then press MENU/SELECT.
5. Press or to choose from 3 MINUTES, 2 MINUTES or 1 MINUTE, then
press MENU/SELECT to save. You hear a confirmation tone.
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Answering system operation
Answering system and voicemail indicators
Your telephone has separate indicators for two different types of voice
messages: those left on its built-in answering system and those left at your
service provider’s (fees may apply). Your telephone’s built-in answering system
messages and voicemail messages are separate. Each alerts you to new
messages differently.
•
If XX NEW MESSAGES and
display on the handset and the message
window on the telephone base flashes, there are new messages recorded
on the built-in answering system. Press MENU/SELECT twice on the handset
(page 44) or /PLAY/STOP on the telephone base (page 44) to listen.
•
If NEW VOICEMAIL and
display on the handset, your telephone service
provider is indicating that it has new voicemail for you. To listen to your
voicemail, you typically dial an access number provided by your telephone
service provider, followed by security code or PIN.
Some service providers bundle or combine multiple services like voicemail and
call waiting, so you may not be aware that you have voicemail. To check what
services you have and how to access them, contact your telephone service provider.
To use your voicemail service rather than your answering system, turn off
your answering system. To use your answering system rather than your
voicemail service, contact your telephone service provider to deactivate
your voicemail service.
Using the answering machine and voicemail together
You can also use your telephone answering system and voicemail together by
setting your built-in answering system to answer before voicemail answers as
described below. To learn how to program your voicemail settings, contact your
telephone service provider. Then, if you are on a call, or if the answering system
is busy recording a message and you receive another call, the second caller can
leave a voicemail message.
Set your answering system to answer calls at least two rings earlier than your
voicemail is set to answer. For example, if your voicemail answers after six rings,
set your answering system to answer after four rings. Some voicemail providers
may program the delay before answering calls in seconds instead of rings. In this
case, allow six seconds per ring when determining the appropriate setting.
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Answering system operation
Voice prompts
The system provides voice prompts to guide you through recording
announcement and remote access.
Message capacity
The answering system can record up to 99 messages, depending on the length
of each message. Individual messages can be up to three minutes see page 40
to change the length. The total recording time for the announcement, messages
and memos is approximately 14 minutes. The actual recording time depends on
individual message characteristics. Messages remain available for replay until
you delete them.
If the memory is full, the answering system announces, “Memory is full.” The
number of messages and F flash alternately in the message window, and
REC MEM FULL appears on the handset. You must delete some messages
before recording new ones.
Answering system new message indication
When there are new message (including memos),
HANDSET 1
2 NEW MESSAGES
XX NEW MESSAGES and
display on handset, and the
message window on the telephone base flashes. When you
are reviewing a new message, displays on the handset.
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If the message alert tone is turned on, the telephone base
beeps every 10 seconds when there are new messages.
Call screening at the telephone base
If the answering system and call screening are on (see Call screening on page 39),
the announcement and the incoming message broadcast at the telephone base when
a call is answered by the answering system.
Options while recording a message:
•
Press /VOL or /VOL on the telephone base to adjust the call
screening volume.
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•
Press /PLAY/STOP to temporarily turn on or off call screening.
Press /VOL to temporarily turn on call screening when it is set to off.
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Answering system operation
Call screening at the handset
If the answering system is on, the announcement and the incoming message
broadcast at the telephone base when a call is answered by the answering system.
At the same time, the handset shows TO SCREEN CALL, PRESS [SELECT].
Press MENU/SELECT to screen the call on your handset. The handset shows
the caller’s information. If you do not subscribe to caller ID service, the handset
shows SCREENING...
Call screening setting has no effect on the call screening at the handset.
Call intercept
While call screening, you can press
recording and speak to the caller.
/FLASH or
on the handset to stop
Message playback
You can use either a handset or the telephone base to play messages. If there are
new messages, the system plays back only the new messages (oldest first). If there
are no new messages, the system plays back all old messages (oldest first).
When playback begins, the total number of messages is announced. Before
each message playback, you hear the day and time it was received. After the last
message is played, you hear “End of messages.”
•
Only one handset or the telephone base can access the answering system at
a time.
•
During message playback, if there is an incoming call or another handset
makes a call, message playback will be stopped.
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Answering system operation
Message playback (continued)
To play messages with the telephone base:
Press
/PLAY/STOP when the telephone is not in use.
Options during playback:
•
•
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Press /VOL or /VOL to adjust the speaker volume.
Press /SKIP to skip to the next message.
Press /REPEAT to repeat the message currently playing. Press
/REPEAT twice to listen to the previous message.
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•
Press X/DELETE to delete the current message. The system advances to the
next message.
Press /PLAY/STOP to stop.
When there are no messages in the answering system, the handset shows
NO MESSAGE and announces, “You have no message.”
To play messages with a handset:
Press MENU/SELECT twice when the telephone is not in use.
The screen displays 3-DELETE 5-STOP 4-REPEAT 6-SKIP
and the handset announces the total number of messages.
3-DELETE 5-STOP
4-REPEAT 6-SKIP
1/13
Options during playback:
3:15PM
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Press /VOLUME to decrease or /VOLUME to increase the
message playback volume.
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Press to switch between the speakerphone and the handset.
Press 3 or MUTE/DELETE to delete the message. The handset announces,
“Message deleted.”
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Press 5 to stop the playback.
Press 4 to repeat the message currently playing. Press 4 twice to listen to the
previous message.
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Press 6 to skip to the next message.
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Delete all old messages
To delete all old messages with the telephone base:
1. Press X/DELETE on the telephone base. The system announces, “To delete
all old messages, press DELETE again.”
2. Press X/DELETE within three seconds. The system announces, “All old
messages deleted.”
To delete all old messages with a handset:
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to scroll to >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to scroll to >DELETE ALL OLD.
4. Press MENU/SELECT. The screen shows DELETE ALL OLD MESSAGES?
5. Press MENU/SELECT. The screen shows DELETING... and then
ALL OLD MSGS DELETED! with a confirmation tone.
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If there are no old messages and you press X/DELETE twice on the telephone
base, the system announces, “You have no old message.” On the handset,
when you select DELETE ALL OLD, the screen shows NO MESSAGE.
•
Only old messages can be deleted.
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Record, play or delete memos
Memos are messages you record yourself. They are saved, played back and
deleted exactly like incoming messages. You can record a memo as a reminder
to yourself, or leave a message for someone else using the same telephone.
1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to scroll to >ANSWERING SYS, then press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to scroll to >RECORD MEMO.
4. Press MENU/SELECT. The system announces, “Record after the tone.
Press 5 when you are done.”
5. Speak towards the handset microphone after a long beep. You can record a
memo up to three minutes. Memos shorter than two seconds are not recorded.
6. Press 5 to stop recording. The system announces, “Recorded.”
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If you record a memo when the answering system memory is full, “Memory is
full ” will be announced.
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When the answering system has less than three minutes of recording time
left, “Less than three minutes to record,” is announced at the telephone base
and the handset displays REC MEM LOW.
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Message window displays
The message window on the telephone base displays the total number of
messages. See the table below for other message window displays.
Window display
Description
No messages.
0
The total number of old messages recorded.
1-99
The current message number during old message playback.
When time and date are not set, it flashes the total number
of new messages recorded, or the total number of old
messages recorded.
0-99(flashing)
The telephone base may have lost and regained power. The
clock needs to be set.
The answering system memory is full with total number of
messages recorded.
1-99&F (alternating)
The telephone base speaker volume level while adjusting.
The telephone base ringer level while adjusting.
1-8
0-6
- -
The answering system is being programmed by a
system handset.
The answering system is answering a call, or recording a
memo or announcement.
The answering system is being accessed remotely.
When the memory is full, the answering system answers incoming calls after
10 rings and announces, “Memory is full. Enter your remote access code.”
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Remote access
A two-digit security code is required to access the answering system remotely
from any touch-tone telephone. The preset code is 19; see Remote access
code on page 39 to change it.
To remotely access the answering system:
1. Dial your telephone number from any touch-tone telephone.
2. When the answering system answers, enter the two-digit remote access code.
3. Then you can enter one of the following remote commands.
Command
Function
1
2
3
Play all messages.
Play new messages.
Delete a message (during playback).
Delete all old messages.
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4
Repeat the current message (during playback).
Stop.
5
*5
6
Hear a list of remote commands.
Skip to the next message (during playback).
Record an announcement.
End the call.
*7
8
0
Turn the answering system on or off.
4. Hang up or press 8 to end the call.
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If you do not press any keys after you enter the remote access code, all new
messages play. If there are no new messages, all old messages play.
Once the new messages have played, the telephone announces the help
menu options. If you do not press any key within 20 seconds, the remote
access call automatically disconnects.
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When the answering system is turned off, the telephone answers after
10 rings, and announces, “Please enter your remote access code.”
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Handset display screen messages
There are no call log entries.
CALL LOG EMPTY
You are calling another handset.
CALLING HANDSET X
(for models with three or more
handsets)
CALLING OTHER HANDSET
(for models with two handsets)
You have transferred an outside call to another
cordless handset.
CALL TRANSFERRED
There are no directory entries.
DIRECTORY EMPTY
DIRECTORY FULL
The directory is full. You cannot save any new entries
unless you delete some current entries.
You have just ended a call.
Another handset is calling.
ENDED
HANDSET X IS CALLING
(for models with three or more
handsets)
OTHER HANDSET IS
CALLING
(for models with two handsets)
There is a call coming in.
INCOMING CALL
INTERCOM
The handset is on an intercom call.
The intercom call has just ended.
INTERCOM ENDED
INTERCOM TO:
You have started the intercom process, and need to enter
the number of the handset you wish to call.
You have started transferring a call, and need to enter the
desired handset number.
An extension telephone on the same line or one of the
handset is in use.
LINE IN USE
The battery needs to be charged.
Mute is off so the other party can hear your voice.
The microphone is off.
LOW BATTERY
MICROPHONE ON
MUTED
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Handset display screen messages
The telephone number you have entered is already stored
in the directory.
NUMBER ALREADY SAVED
NEW VOICEMAIL
There are new voicemail messages from your telephone
service provider.
You place the handset in the telephone base or charger
without installing a battery in that handset.
NO BATTERY
There is no telephone line connected.
NO LINE
There are no messages in the answering system.
NO MESSAGE
Someone else is already using the directory, speed dial list,
call log or answering system.
NOT AVAILABLE
AT THIS TIME
The handset has lost communication with the
telephone base.
OUT OF RANGE OR
NO PWR AT BASE
The telephone base is paging all handsets.
The handset is on a call.
**PAGING**
PHONE
The battery is very low. The handset should be placed in
the telephone base or charger for charging.
PLACE IN CHARGER
The answering system memory is full.
REC MEM FULL
REC MEM LOW
The answering system has less than three minutes of
recording time left.
The ringer is muted temporarily during an incoming call.
The entry has been saved in the directory.
RINGER MUTED
SAVED
The handset speakerphone is in use.
SPEAKER
Failed intercom or two handsets are already on a call.
Communication between the handset and the telephone
base is lost during a call.
UNABLE TO CALL.
TRY AGAIN
There are XX new calls in the caller ID history.
XX MISSED CALLS
XX NEW MESSAGES
There are XX new messages in the answering system.
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Handset and telephone base indicators
Handset lights
On when the handset speakerphone is in use.
CHARGE
On when the handset is charging in the telephone base or charger.
Telephone base lights
IN USE
On when the telephone line is in use.
On when the answering system is answering a call.
On when you are registering a handset.
Flashes quickly when there is an incoming call.
Flashes when another telephone sharing the same line is in use.
Flashes when you are deregistering all handsets.
On when the answering system is turned on.
/ANS ON/OFF
Handset icons
Battery status - flashes when the battery is low and needs charging.
Battery status - animates when the battery is charging.
The speakerphone is in use.
The handset ringer is turned off.
New voicemail - indicates you have received new voicemail message(s)
from the telephone service provider.
ANS ON
The answering system is turned on.
There are new answering system messages.
NEW
New call log entries - indicates you have new missed call(s) in the
call log.
MUTE
The microphone is muted.
The message number currently playing and total number of
messages recorded.
1/13
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Battery
It takes up to 10 hours for the battery to be fully charged. When it is fully charged,
you can expect the following performance:
Operation
Operating time
Up to seven hours
Up to four hours
Up to five days
While in handset use (talking*)
While in speakerphone mode (talking*)
While not in use (standby**)
*Operating times vary depending on your actual use and the age of the battery.
**Handset is not charging or in use.
The battery needs charging when:
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A new battery is installed in the handset.
The handset beeps.
A battery is properly installed and the screen is blank.
LOW BATTERY or PLACE IN CHARGER shows on the handset screen.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:
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Use only the battery(ies) provided or equivalent. To order a replacement, visit our
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Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. Check with local waste management codes
for special disposal instructions.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.
Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit with
conductive materials.
Charge the batteries provided with or identified for use with this product only in
accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.
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Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery and metallic contacts.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to water or any type
of moisture.
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Expand your telephone system
The handsets provided with your telephone system are already registered. Each
handset is assigned a number that show on the handset display. Additional
handsets registered to the telephone system are assigned in sequential order.
For instance, if the telephone system already has HANDSET 1 and
HANDSET 2, the new registered handset is assigned HANDSET 3. This
telephone system accommodates up to five handsets.
Add and register a handset (optional)
You can add new handsets (CS6409, purchased separately) to your telephone
system. Each handset must be registered with the telephone base before use.
When first purchased, each expansion handset shows 1.PRESS FIND HS ON
BASE 4 SEC and 2.THEN PRESS # ON HANDSET alternately. You may need
to charge the handset before registering to the telephone base. For more details
on battery charging, see the table on page 4.
To register a handset:
1. Place the unregistered handset in the telephone base or charger. If
1.PRESS FIND HS ON BASE 4 SEC and 2.THEN PRESS # ON HANDSET
do not appear alternately on the handset screen after a few seconds, remove
the handset and place it in the telephone base or charger again.
2. On the telephone base, press and hold /FIND HANDSET
for about four seconds until the red IN USE light on the
telephone base turns on.
3. On the handset, press # (pound key) and the handset
shows REGISTERING..... PLEASE WAIT. The handset
shows HANDSET REGISTERED and you hear a beep
when the registration process completes. It takes about
60 seconds to complete.
•
If the registration fails, the handset shows REGISTRATION FAILED and
then 1.PRESS FIND HS ON BASE 4 SEC and 2.THEN PRESS # ON
HANDSET alternately. Remove the handset from the telephone base and
place it back in. Try the registration process again.
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•
You cannot register a handset if any other system handset is in use.
To reset the telephone, unplug the power and the battery for a few seconds
then plug them back in.
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Only one handset can register to the telephone base at a time.
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Replace a handset
If you want to replace a handset or reassign the designated handset number of
a registered handset, you must deregister all the handsets and then individually
register each handset.
To make deregistration easier, read all of the instructions below before you begin.
To deregister all handsets:
1. Press and hold /FIND HANDSET on the telephone base for about 10 seconds
until the IN USE light on the telephone base turns on and starts to flash.
2. Press and release /FIND HANDSET again. You must press
/FIND HANDSET while the IN USE light is still flashing. The IN USE light
flashes for approximately five seconds. If the light stops flashing, start again at
Step 1.
3. All handsets show 1.PRESS FIND HS ON BASE 4 SEC and 2.THEN PRESS
# ON HANDSET alternately when the deregistration process completes. The
deregistration process takes about 10 seconds to complete.
If deregistration fails, you may need to reset the telephone and try again.
To reset:
1. Pick up the registered handset and then press
/FLASH.
2. Press OFF/CANCEL and place the handset back in the telephone base.
-OR-
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Unplug the power from the telephone base, then plug it back in.
You cannot deregister handsets if any other system handset is in use.
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Troubleshooting
If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below.
1 (800) 267-7377.
My telephone does not work at all.
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Make sure the battery is installed and charged correctly (pages 3-5). For optimum daily
performance, return the handset to the telephone base or charger after use.
Make sure that the power adapter is securely plugged into an outlet not controlled by a
wall switch.
Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the telephone base and the
telephone wall jack.
Unplug the electrical power to the telephone base. Wait for approximately 15 seconds,
then plug it back in. Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset and telephone
base to synchronize.
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Charge the battery in the handset for up to 10 hours.
If the battery is completely depleted, it may take up to 30 minutes to charge the handset
before LOW BATTERY appears on the screen (page 5).
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Remove and install the battery again. If that still does not work, it may be necessary to
purchase a new battery.
Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone wall jack and plug in a working
telephone. If the other telephone does not work, the problem is probably in the wiring or
the local telephone service. Contact your telephone service provider.
There is no dial tone.
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•
•
Try all the above suggestions.
Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base. It may be out of range.
The telephone line cord may be defective. Install a new telephone line cord.
Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone wall jack and connect a different
telephone. If there is no dial tone on this telephone either, the problem is in your wiring
or local telephone service. Contact your telephone service provider (charges may apply).
•
If you have changed your telephone service to digital service from a cable company or
a VoIP service provider, the telephone line may need to be rewired to allow all existing
telephone jacks to work. Contact your service provider for more information.
I cannot dial out.
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Try all the above suggestions.
Make sure there is a dial tone before dialing. It is normal if the handset takes a second
or two to synchronize with the telephone before producing a dial tone. Wait an extra
second before dialing.
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Troubleshooting
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If other telephones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in the
wiring or local telephone service. Contact your telephone service provider (charges
may apply).
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Eliminate any background noise. Mute the cordless handset before dialing, or dial from
another room in your home with less background noise.
If you have changed your telephone service to digital service from a cable company or
a VoIP service provider, the telephone line may need to be rewired to allow all existing
telephone jacks to work. Contact your service provider for more information.
1.PRESS FIND HS ON BASE 4 SEC and 2.THEN PRESS # ON HANDSET
appear alternately on the handset and it does not work at all.
•
The handset may be deregistered from the telephone base. Refer to Add and register
a handset (optional) on page 53 to register the handset to the telephone base.
LOW BATTERY shows on the handset screen.
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Place the handset in the telephone base or charger for recharging.
Remove and install the battery again and use it until fully depleted, then charge the
handset in the telephone base or charger for up to 10 hours.
•
If the above measures do not correct the problem, replace the battery.
The battery does not charge in the handset or the handset battery does not
accept charge.
•
Make sure the handset is placed in the telephone base or charger correctly. The
CHARGE light on the handset should be on.
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Remove and install the battery again, then charge for up to 10 hours.
If the handset is in the telephone base or charger but CHARGE light on the handset is
not on, refer to The CHARGE light is off below.
•
•
If the battery is completely depleted, it may take up to 30 minutes to charge the handset
before LOW BATTERY appears on the screen (page 5).
Purchase a new battery. Refer to Battery installation (page 3).
The CHARGE light is off.
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•
Clean the charging contacts on the handset and telephone base each month with a
pencil eraser or a dry non-abrasive fabric.
Make sure the power adapter and telephone line cord are plugged in correctly and
securely (page 2).
Unplug the power adapter. Wait for 15 seconds before plugging it back in. Allow up to
one minute for the handset and telephone base to reset.
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Troubleshooting
The telephone does not ring when there is an incoming call.
•
Make sure the handset ringer volume is not set to off (page 13) and the telephone base
ringer volume is not set to zero (page 12).
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Make sure the telephone line cord and power adapter are plugged in properly (page 2).
The handset may be too far from the telephone base. Move it closer to the
telephone base.
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There may be too many extension phones on the telephone line to allow all of them to
ring simultaneously. Unplug some of them.
If other telephones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in the
wiring or local service. Contact your telephone service provider.
Other electronic products such as HAM radios and other DECT phones can cause
interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away as possible
from these types of electronic devices.
•
Test a working telephone at the telephone wall jack. If another telephone has the same
problem, the problem is in the telephone wall jack. Contact your telephone
service provider.
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The telephone line cord may be defective. Install a new telephone line cord.
Remove and install the battery again, and place the handset in the telephone base
or charger.
•
Wait for the handset to synchronize with the telephone base. Allow up to one minute for
this to take place.
My handset beeps and is not performing normally.
•
Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone base. Plug the
telephone base into a different working electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
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Move the handset closer to the telephone base. It may be out of range.
Reset the telephone base by unplugging the electrical power to the base. Wait for
15 seconds and plug it back in again. Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset
and telephone base to synchronize.
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Other electronic products such as HAM radios and other DECT phones can cause
interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away as possible
from these types of electronic devices.
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Troubleshooting
There is interference during a telephone conversation. My calls fade out
when I am using the cordless handset.
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The handset may be out of range. Move it closer to the telephone base.
•
If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscriber line) through
your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone line cord and
the telephone wall jack. The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL
interference. Contact your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters.
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•
•
Appliances or other cordless telephones plugged into the same circuit as the telephone
base can cause interference. Try moving the appliance or telephone base to
another outlet.
Other electronic products such as HAM radios and other DECT phones can cause
interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away as possible
from these types of electronic devices.
If your telephone is plugged in with modem or a surge protector, plug the telephone
(or modem/surge protector) into a different location. If this does not solve the problem,
relocate your telephone or modem farther apart from each other, or use a different
surge protector.
•
The location of your telephone base can impact the performance of your cordless
phone. For better reception, install the telephone base in a centralized location within
your home or office, away from walls or other obstructions. In many environments,
elevating the telephone base improves overall performance.
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•
Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone wall jack and plug in a corded
telephone. If calls are still not clear, the problem is probably in the wiring or local
service. Contact your telephone service provider (charges may apply).
If other telephones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in the
wiring or local telephone service. Contact your telephone service provider (charges
may apply).
I hear other calls when using the telephone.
•
Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone wall jack. Plug in a different
telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in the wiring or local
service. Contact your telephone service provider.
I hear noise on the cordless handset and the keys do not work.
•
Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged in securely.
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Troubleshooting
REGISTRATION FAILED appears on the handset.
•
Only one handset can be registered at a time. If you have multiple handsets to register,
please follow the instructions on page 53 for the first handset. Once a handset has been
successfully registered, repeat the steps for each handset that needs to be registered.
•
•
Make sure that the telephone base and handset(s) are in idle mode when registering
a handset.
Follow the steps on page 62 for the common cure for electronic equipment, then try
again to register a handset.
My caller ID features are not working properly.
•
Caller ID is a subscription service. You must subscribe to this service from your
telephone service provider for this feature to work on your telephone.
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The caller may not be calling from an area which supports caller ID.
Both your and your caller’s telephone service providers must use equipment compatible with
the caller ID service.
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The caller ID information shows after the first or second ring.
If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscribe line) through
your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone line cord and
the telephone wall jack. The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL
interference. Contact your DSL service provider for more informaton about DSL filters.
The telephone does not receive caller ID or the telephone does not show
caller ID during call waiting.
•
Make sure you subscribe to caller ID with call waiting features provided by your
telephone service provider.
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The caller may not be calling from an area which supports caller ID.
Both your and your caller’s telephone service providers must use equipment compatible
with caller ID service.
•
If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscribe line) through
your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone line cord and
the telephone wall jack. The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL
interference. Contact your DSL service provider for more informaton about DSL filters.
Caller ID entries do not match the numbers I need to dial.
•
Caller ID service delivers 10 digits (the area code plus the seven -digits number). If you
need to dial something other than 10 digits, see View dialing options on page 35.
•
If you dial seven digits for local calls, you may want to use the home area code
feature (page 17).
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Troubleshooting
OUT OF RANGE OR NO PWR AT BASE shows in the handset screen.
•
The handset may be out of range. Move it closer to the telephone base.
•
Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone base. Use a working
electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
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•
Reset your telephone by unplugging the power adapter from the telephone base.
Disconnect the battery from the cordless handset. Wait for 15 seconds, then plug in the
power adapter and reinstall the battery. Place the handset in the telephone base and
allow up to one minute for the handset and telephone base to synchronize.
Other electronic products such as HAM radios and other DECT phones can cause
interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away as possible
from these types of electronic devices.
NEW VOICEMAIL and
show on the display and I don’t know why.
•
Your telephone has voicemail indication that is separate from the built-in answering
system. If NEW VOICEMAIL and appear on the display, then your telephone has
received a signal from your telephone service provider that you have a voicemail
message waiting for you to retrieve from your telephone service provider. Contact your
telephone service provider for more information on how to access your voicemail.
I cannot retrieve voicemail messages.
•
Your telephone has both a built-in answering system and voicemail indication. They are
independent features and each alerts you to new messages differently (see Answering
from your telephone service provider (charges may apply), contact your telephone
service provider for more information on how to access your voicemail.
The answering system does not answer after correct number of rings.
•
Make sure the answering system is on. When the answering system is on, ANS ON
should show on the handset and the /ANSWER ON/OFF light is lit on the telephone base
(see Answer on/off on page 37).
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If toll saver is selected, the number of rings changes to two when there are new
messages (see Number of rings on page 39).
If the memory is full or the answering system is off, the answering system answers after
10 rings. In some cases, the answering system is affected by the ringing system used
by the telephone service provider.
•
If you subscribe to voicemail service, change the number of rings so that your
your telephone service provider.
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Troubleshooting
•
If there is a fax machine connected to the same telephone line, try disconnecting the
fax machine. If that solves the problem, consult your fax machine documentation for
information on compatibility with answering systems.
The outgoing announcement is not clear.
•
When recording the announcement, make sure you speak in a normal tone of voice
towards the microphone of the handset.
•
Make sure there is no background noise when recording.
The answering system does not record messages.
•
Make sure the answering system is on (see Answer on/off on page 37).
•
Make sure the memory of the answering system is not full. When the answering machine
memory is full, it does not record new messages until some old messages are deleted.
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If you subscribe to voicemail service, change the number of ring so that your
voicemail, contact your telephone service provider.
If there is a fax machine connected to the same telephone line, try disconnecting the
fax machine. If that solves the problem, consult your fax machine documentation for
information on compatibility with answering systems.
The messages on the answering system are very difficult to hear.
•
Press /VOL on the telephone base or /VOLUME on the handset to increase the
speaker volume.
The messages on the answering system are incomplete.
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•
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If a caller leaves a very long message, part of it may be lost when the answering system
disconnects the call after the preset recording time.
If the memory on the answering system becomes full during a message, the answering
system stops recording and disconnects the call.
If the caller’s voice is very soft, the answering system may stop recording and
disconnect the call.
The answering system does not respond to remote commands.
•
Make sure to enter your remote access code correctly (see Remote access code on
page 39).
•
Make sure you are calling from a touch-tone telephone. When you dial a number, you
should hear tones. If you hear clicks, the telephone is not a touch-tone telephone and
cannot active the answering system.
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Troubleshooting
•
The answering system may not detect the remote access code while your
announcement is playing. Try waiting until the announcement is over before entering
the code.
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There may be interference on the telephone line you are using. Press the dialing
keys firmly.
I subscribe to a nontraditional telephone service that uses my computer to
establish connections, and my telephone doesn’t work.
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•
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Make sure your computer is powered on.
Make sure your Internet connection is working properly.
Make sure that the software is installed and running for your nontraditional
telephone service.
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•
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Make sure to plug your USB telephone adapter into a dedicated USB port on your
computer. Do not plug into a multiple port USB hub (USB splitter) that is not powered.
In a few rare instances, the USB port on your computer may not have enough power. In
these instances, try using a USB hub with its own external power supply.
If you are using a firewall, it may prevent access to your nontraditional telephone
service. Contact your service provider for more information.
Common cure for electronic equipment.
If your telephone does not seem to be responding normally, try putting the handset in its
base. If this does not fix the problem, do the following (in the order listed):
1. Disconnect the power to the telephone base.
2. Disconnect the cordless handset battery.
3. Wait a few minutes before connecting power to the telephone base.
4. Install the battery again and place the cordless handset in the telephone base
or charger.
5. Wait for the cordless handset to synchronize with the telephone base. Allow up to one
minute for this to take place.
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Important safety instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water such as near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub or
swimming pool, or in a wet basement or shower.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable table, shelf, stand or other unstable surfaces.
6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the telephone base and handset are provided for
ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the
product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This product should never be placed near
or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in any area where proper
ventilation is not provided.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home or office, consult your dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord may be walked on.
9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots in the telephone base or handset
because they may touch dangerous voltage points or create a short circuit. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to an authorized
service facility. Opening or removing parts of the telephone base or handset other than specified
access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can
cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used.
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the
following conditions:
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When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
If liquid has been spilled onto the product.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operation instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore
the product to normal operation.
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If the product has been dropped and the telephone base and/or handset has been damaged.
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of
electric shock from lightning.
14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Under certain circumstances,
a spark may be created when the adapter is plugged into the power outlet, or when the handset is
replaced in its cradle. This is a common event associated with the closing of any electrical circuit.
The user should not plug the phone into a power outlet, and should not put a charged handset
into the cradle, if the phone is located in an environment containing concentrations of flammable
or flame-supporting gases, unless there is adequate ventilation. A spark in such an environment
could create a fire or explosion. Such environments might include: medical use of oxygen without
adequate ventilation; industrial gases (cleaning solvents; gasoline vapors; etc.); a leak of natural
gas; etc.
15. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode.
16. The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position. The
prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or
cabinet outlet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers
Cardiac pacemakers (applies only to digital cordless telephones):
Wireless Technology Research, LLC (WTR), an independent research entity, led a multidisciplinary
evaluation of the interference between portable wireless telephones and implanted cardiac pacemakers.
Supported by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, WTR recommends to physicians that:
Pacemaker patients
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Should keep wireless telephones at least six inches from the pacemaker.
•
Should NOT place wireless telephones directly over the pacemaker, such as in a breast pocket,
when it is turned ON.
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Should use the wireless telephone at the ear opposite the pacemaker. WTR’s evaluation did not
identify any risk to bystanders with pacemakers from other persons using wireless telephones.
Operating range
This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain
distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the
layout of your home or office.
When the handset is out of range, the handset displays OUT OF RANGE OR NO PWR AT BASE.
If there is a call while the handset is out of range, it might not ring, or if it does ring, the call might not
connect well when you press /FLASH. Move closer to the telephone base, then press /FLASH to
answer the call.
If the handset moves out of range during a telephone conversation, there might be interference.
To improve reception, move closer to the telephone base.
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Maintenance
Taking care of your telephone
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Your telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care.
Avoid rough treatment
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Place the handset down gently.
Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it.
Avoid water
Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset in the rain, or handle it with
wet hands. Do not install the telephone base near a sink, bathtub or shower.
Electrical storms
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Electrical storms can sometime cause power surge harmful to electronic equipment. For your own
safety, take caution when using electric appliances during storms.
Cleaning your telephone
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Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only
with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or mild soap.
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Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.
Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing
in water. If the telephone base should fall into water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG
THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the telephone
out by the unplugged cords.
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About cordless telephones
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Privacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some limitations.
Telephone calls are transmitted between the telephone base and the cordless handset by radio
waves, so there is a possibility that the cordless telephone conversations could be intercepted by
radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset. For this reason, you should not think
of cordless telephone conversations as being as private as those on corded telephones.
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Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working
electrical outlet. The electrical outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch. Calls cannot be made
from the cordless handset if the telephone base is unplugged, switched off or if the electrical power
is interrupted.
Potential TV interference: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause
interference to televisions and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, do not place
the telephone base of the cordless telephone near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is
experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR often reduces or
eliminates the interference.
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Rechargeable batteries: Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit
with conducting material such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat
and cause harm. Observe proper polarity between the battery and the battery charger.
Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do
not burn or puncture the battery. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could
release caustic material which could cause injury.
The RBRC® seal
The RBRC® seal on the nickel-metal hydride battery indicates that VTech Communications, Inc. is
voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their
useful lives, when taken out of service within the United States and Canada.
The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-metal hydride batteries
into the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area.
VTech’s participation in RBRC® makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers
participating in the RBRC® program or at authorized VTech product service centers. Please call
1 (800) 8 BATTERYTM for information on Ni-MH battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your
area. VTech’s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and
conserving natural resources.
RBRC® is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.
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Limited warranty
What does this limited warranty cover?
The manufacturer of this VTech Product warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer”
or “you”) that the Product and all accessories provided in the sales package (“Product”) are free from
defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and
used normally and in accordance with the Product operating instructions. This limited warranty extends
only to the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States of America and Canada.
What will VTech do if the Product is not free from defects in materials and
workmanship during the limited warranty period (“Materially Defective Product”)?
During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representative will repair or replace at
VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product. If we repair the Product, we may use
new or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose to replace the Product, we may replace it with a
new or refurbished Product of the same or similar design. We will retain defective parts, modules, or
equipment. Repair or replacement of the Product, at VTech’s option, is your exclusive remedy. VTech
will return the repaired or replacement Products to you in working condition. You should expect the
repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days.
How long is the limited warranty period?
The limited warranty period for the Product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase. If
VTech repairs or replaces a Materially Defective Product under the terms of this limited warranty, this
limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement Product for a period of either (a) 90 days from
the date the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original
one-year warranty; whichever is longer.
What is not covered by this limited warranty?
This limited warranty does not cover:
1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper
installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water or other liquid
intrusion; or
2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyone other than an
authorized service representative of VTech; or
3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability,
or cable or antenna systems; or
4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech accessories; or
5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, product serial number plates or electronic serial numbers
have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or
6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States of America
or Canada, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to Products
used for rental purposes); or
7. Product returned without a valid proof of purchase (see item 2 on the next page); or
8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of
systems outside the unit.
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Limited warranty (continued)
How do you get warranty service?
NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the user’s manual - a check of the Product’s controls
and features may save you a service call.
Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during transit and
transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred in the transport of the
Product(s) to the service location. VTech will return repaired or replaced Product under this limited
warranty. Transportation, delivery or handling charges are prepaid. VTech assumes no risk for damage
or loss of the Product in transit. If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of
purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you
authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for the cost of repair and
return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.
What must you return with the Product to get warranty service?
1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech service location
along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; and
2. Include a “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased (Product model)
and the date of purchase or receipt; and
3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.
Other limitations
This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech. It supersedes all
other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTech provides no other warranties for this
Product. The warranty exclusively describes all of VTech’s responsibilities regarding the Product. There
are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty and
you should not rely on any such modification.
State/Provincial Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights, which vary from state to state or province to province.
Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability
(an unwritten warranty that the Product is fit for ordinary use) are limited to one year from the date of
purchase. Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special,
incidental, consequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability
to use the Product or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and claims by third
parties) resulting from the use of this Product. Some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you.
Please retain your original sales receipt as proof of purchase.
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FCC, ACTA and IC regulations
FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device
under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are
intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Privacy of communications may not
be ensured when using this telephone.
To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy
that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the intended usage of the product. This
product has been tested and found to comply with the FCC criteria. The handset may be safely held
against the ear of the user. The telephone base shall be installed and used such that parts of the user’s
body other than the hands are maintained at a distance of approximately 20 cm (8 inches) or more.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
FCC Part 68 and ACTA
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements adopted by
the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of this
equipment contains, among other things, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. This
identifier must be provided to your local telephone company upon request.
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to premises wiring and the telephone network
must comply with applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant
telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a
compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting to
a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in the user’s manual.
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine how many devices you may connect to
your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. The REN for this product is encoded as
the 6th and 7th characters following the US: in the product identifier (e.g., if ## is 03, the REN is 0.3).
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FCC, ACTA and IC regulations (continued)
In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please
contact your local telephone company.
This equipment may not be used with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment
connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm
equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone
company or a qualified installer.
If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has
been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its
authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited warranty.
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily
discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required to notify you before interrupting
service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the
opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to
file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,
operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company
is required to notify you if such changes are planned.
If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.
If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store emergency telephone numbers
(e.g., police, fire, medical) in these locations. If you do store or test emergency numbers, please:
Remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up.
Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.
Industry Canada
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
The term ‘’IC:‘’ before the certification/registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1. The REN is an indication of
the maximum number of devices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on
an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of
the RENs of all the devices does not exceed five.
This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.
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Technical specifications
Transmit frequency
Handset: 1921.536-1928.448 MHZ
Telephone base: 1921.536-1928.448 MHZ
Channels
5
Nominal effective
range
Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range
may vary according to environment conditions at the time of use.
Power requirements Handset: 2.4V Ni-MH battery
Telephone base: 6V DC@ 400mA
Charger: 6V AC @ 300mA
Memory
Handset directory:
50 memory locations; up to 30 digits and 15 characters
Handset call log:
50 memory locations; up to 24 digits and 15 characters
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Index
A
H
About cordless telephones 66
I
Answering system setup 37
Important safety instructions 63
B
J
C
K
L
Create a new directory entry 27–28
M
D
Message window displays 47
Delete a directory entry 29
Delete from the call log 36
Delete the announcement 38
Dial a directory entry 29
Dial a speed dial number 31
N
New message indication 42
E
P
Expand your telephone system 53
F
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R
Record a new announcement 38
Review directory entries 29
Ringer volume (handset) 13
Ringer volume (telephone base) 12
S
Store a speed dial entry 30
T
Technical specifications 71
Telephone base installation 2
Temporary ringer silencing 19
Temporary tone dialing 19
V
W
Wall mount installation 6
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