Cortelco 250044V0E57MD 2500 Message Waiting Globally Sourced Owner's Manual

INSTALLING YOUR TELEPHONE
To install your telephone, you must have a modular wall jack at
the desired location. The required USOC jack types are RJ11C for
desk mounting and RJ11W for wall mounting. The USOC number
is printed on the label on the bottom of the telephone.
DANGER: To reduce the risk of electrical shock and personal
injury, observe the following precautions.
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Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the
jack is designed for wet locations.
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals
unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the
network interface.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Ringer – The versions of this phone with “V0E” in the part number
have an electronic ringer. In these phones, the volume control is
a small switch. This switch is located on the bottom of the desk
phone and switches between high and low volume. The switch is
located on the back of the wall phone and is an ON/OFF switch.
The versions of this phone with “VBA” in the part number have a
bell ringer. The volume control switch is located on the bottom of
the desk phone and switches between high and low volume. The
wall phones have no volume control.
REPAIR OF YOUR TELEPHONE
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE TELEPHONE YOURSELF –
CORTELCO telephones must be returned to us for repair. Phones
returned to us will be repaired or replaced in accordance with our
LIMITED WARRANTY.
Desk Telephone - Use the long modular line cord supplied. Plug
one end of the line cord into the connector on the back of the
telephone and the opposite end into the modular wall jack. To
disconnect the telephone, press the spring clip on the line cord
plug and pull it out.
Date of Purchase – CORTELCO warrants telephones against
defects in material and workmanship in accordance with our
LIMITED WARRANTY. When returning a phone for repair, include
a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase. DO NOT
SEND THE ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT.
Wall Telephone - Insert the modular plug from the short cable in
the back of the phone into the wall jack. Align the slotted holes
on the back of the phone with the mounting studs on the wall
jack. Gently pull down on the telephone until it locks in place.
Older versions of the wall telephone may have a gray sliding plug
instead of a short cord. Insert this plug into the wall jack and
mount as described above.
If date of purchase is not included, the date code printed on the
label on the bottom of the phone will be used as the date of
purchase. This date code allows 6 months for distribution and
sale of the telephone.
FEATURES
Volume Control – All these telephones include a handset with
receiver volume control that complies with FCC Part 68
requirements mandated by the Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of
1988. The volume control is a small switch found on the inside of
the handset.
Pushing the switch toward the upper end of the handset will
increase the loudness. Pushing the switch toward the lower end
of the handset will decrease the loudness. The volume control
will not disable the receiver. The minimum setting of the volume
control will usually produce a comfortable listening level for
persons with no hearing impairment.
Message Waiting Lamp – The 57MD and 27MD versions phones
have a 90V neon message waiting lamp. This will provide
message indication on systems equipped for 90V signaling.
Data Port – The desk versions of this phone have a data port. This
jack may be used to connect another device such as a modem or
fax to the telephone line.
Return of the phone for repair does not extend the warranty. The
original date of purchase continues to apply.
Out Of Warranty Repair – Telephones out of warranty will be
repaired for a nominal fee. The complete phone must be
returned undamaged. The repaired telephone will be shipped
C.O.D. freight collect.
Foreign Attachments – Remove all attached devices, such as
adapter plugs or long cords, before returning the telephone for
repair. CORTELCO does not assume responsibility for repair or
return of attachments.
Packaging – Telephones returned for repair, should be packaged
carefully, preferably in the original carton. Include return address,
date of purchase information, and a note describing the problem.
Shipping must be prepaid. If the telephone is in warranty, it will
be repaired or replaced at our option at no cost and will be
returned shipping prepaid.
Repair Center Address – Ship phones for repair to the following
address. Note that shipping must be prepaid.
CORTELCO Repair Center
1703 Sawyer Road
Corinth, MS 38834
THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW
DESIGN COMPLIANCE Your telephone is designed to comply with FCC Rules
and Regulations, Part 68. It can be connected to the telephone network as
FCC-registered terminal equipment. The registration number is printed on
the label on the bottom of your telephone.
NOTIFICATION TO THE TELEPHONE COMPANY As a customer of the local
telephone company, you must, if they ask, tell them before connecting your
telephone to the telephone company lines. The telephone company may
need the FCC registration number and the ringer equivalence of the
telephone. This information is printed on a label on the bottom of your
telephone.
RINGER EQUIVALENCE The ringer equivalence indicates the amount of
power that your telephone draws from the telephone company line during
ringing. The number is printed on the label on the bottom of your
telephone. If you have more than one telephone connected to the
telephone company line, you should total the ringer equivalence numbers
(REN’s), and be sure that the total is not more than five. Your telephones
may not ring if the total is more than five. Also, in some rural locations,
your telephone may not ring if the REN total is more than three.
RESTRICTIONS You must not connect your telephone to coin operated lines
or party lines.
INTERFERENCE POTENTIAL Your telephone has a pushbutton dial that
generates radio frequency energy. If not properly used, it may interfere
with radio and television reception. If the telephone does cause
interference with reception, move the radio or television to another
electrical circuit or another location. If necessary, seek advice from an
experienced technician.
INSTALLATION This telephone must be connected to the telephone
company lines through a modular jack. The required USOC for the modular
jack is RJ11C for desk mounting and RJ11W for wall mounting. The USOC
number is printed on the label on the bottom of your telephone.
TYPE OF DIALING Your telephone has a TONE dial. To use TONE dialing, you
must have TONE service from your telephone company. Note that you will
usually be charged extra for TONE service.
HEARING-AID COMPATIBILITY The handset on your telephone will work
with magnetically-coupled hearing aids. You can use a hearing aid equipped
with a T (Telephone) switch.
IN CASE OF TROUBLE If your telephone should cause problems on the line,
the telephone company can temporarily disconnect your service. The
telephone company must then notify and allow you to correct the problem.
The telephone company may from time to time change its lines or
equipment. They must notify you if planned changes will affect your
telephone service, to allow you to take steps to prevent interruptions. 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. Warning:
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a CLASS B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed 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:
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.
Limited Warranty
If this telephone was purchased by you new in the U.S. or Puerto
Rico, CORTELCO warrants the telephone against defects in
material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the
date of original purchase. This warranty is in lieu of all other
express warranties.
During the warranty period, CORTELCO agrees to repair or, at its
option, replace the defective telephone, or any part of it, without
charge for parts or labor. This is your exclusive remedy. This
warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse,
abuse, improper installation or operation, lack of reasonable care,
the affixing of any attachment not provided by CORTELCO with
the telephone and loss of parts. The warranty is voided in the
event any unauthorized person alters or repairs the telephone.
Telephone companies use different types of equipment and offer
various types of services to customers. CORTELCO does not
warrant that this telephone is compatible with the type of
equipment of any particular phone company or the services
provided by it.
CORTELCO DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE WARRANTY OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AS OF THE DATE FIVE
YEARS FROM THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE OF THE TELEPHONE.
CORTELCO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU
MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO
THE ABOVE EXCLUSION AND LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU.
If failure occurs and your telephone is in warranty, service shall be
provided by returning the telephone to CORTELCO Repair Center,
1703 Sawyer Road, Corinth, Mississippi 38834, shipping prepaid.
The telephone will be repaired or replaced if examination by us
determines the telephone to be defective. Telephones received
damaged as a result of shipping will require you to file a claim
with the carrier.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always follow basic safety precautions when using your telephone
equipment to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury.
1. Read and understand all instructions in the Owner’s Instruction
Manual.
2. Read all warnings and follow all instructions marked on the
product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
4. Do not use the telephone near water. For example, do not use
near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming
pool, or in a wet basement.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart or stand. The
product may fall causing serious damage to the product.
6. Do not place any objects on the telephone line cord. Do not
locate the telephone where the line cord will be walked on.
7. Do not block or cover ventilation slots and openings in the
bottom of the telephone. The openings should never be blocked
by placing the telephone on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surfaces. This telephone should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register. This telephone should never be placed in
a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
8. Never spill liquid on the telephone or push objects of any kind
through ventilation slots. Liquid or objects may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire
or electrical shock.
9. Do not disassemble this product. Opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electrical shock when the product is
subsequently used.
10. Avoid using a telephone during a local thunderstorm. There
may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.
11. Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak to report
the leak, or otherwise.
12. Unplug the telephone from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
• When the line cord is frayed or plugs damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled into the telephone.
• If the telephone has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the telephone does not operate properly by following the
operating instructions.
• If the telephone has been dropped or the housing damaged.
• If the telephone exhibits distinct change in performance.
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
2500XX-VBA-20MD
2500XX-VBA-57MD
2500XX-V0E-20MD
2500XX-V0E-57MD
2554XX-VBA-20MD
2554XX-VBA-27MD
2554XX-V0E-20MD
2554XX-V0E-27MD
XX is color code
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