AT&T TL74208 User's Manual
AT&T TL74208 is a 5.8 GHz cordless telephone system with a caller ID, answering system, and a range of other features that make it a great choice for homes and businesses. With its sleek design and easy-to-use interface, the TL74208 is a great way to stay connected with family and friends.
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User's manual
TL74108/TL74208/TL74308/
TL74408/TL74258/TL74358/
TL74458
5.8 GHz corded/cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waiting
Congratulations
on purchasing your new AT&T product.
Before using this AT&T product, please read the
Important safety information
on pages 71-73 of this manual.
Please thoroughly read the user’s manual for all the feature operations and troubleshooting information necessary to install and operate your new
AT&T product. You can also visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com
or call
1 (800) 222-3111.
In Canada, dial
1 (866) 288-4268.
Model # : TL74108 (single handset)/TL74208 (two handsets)/
TL74308 (three handsets)/TL74408 (four handsets)/
TL74258 (two handsets)/TL74358 (three handsets)/
TL74458 (four handsets)
Type:
Serial #:
5.8 GHz corded/cordless telephone answering system with caller ID/call waiting
Purchase date:
Place of purchase:
Both the model and serial number of your AT&T product can be found on the bottom of the telephone base.
Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to return your telephone for warranty service.
© 2008 Advanced American Telephones. All rights reserved.
AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property II, L.P. d/b/a
AT&T Intellectual Property licensed to Advanced American Telephones. Printed in China.
Parts checklist
Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to ship your telephone for warranty service.
The model number of your telephone can be found on the label located on the bottom of the telephone base.
Check to make sure the telephone package includes the following items:
User's manual
TL74108/TL74208/TL74308/
TL74408/TL74258/TL74358/
TL74458
5.8 GHz corded/cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waiting
Quick start guide
TL74108/TL74208/TL74308/
TL74408/TL74258/TL74358/
TL74458
5.8 GHz corded/cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waiting
User's manual Quick start guide
Cordless Handset
(1 for TL74108)
(2 for TL74208/TL74258)
(3 for TL74308/TL74358)
(4 for TL74408/TL74458)
Telephone base
Corded handset with coiled cord installed
Power adapter for telephone base
Telephone line cord
Power adapter for handset charger
Belt clip for cordless handset
Charger for cordless handset
Battery for cordless handset
Battery compartment cover
(1 for TL74108)
(2 for TL74208/TL74258)
(3 for TL74308/TL74358)
(4 for TL74408/TL74458)
User's manual
TL74108/TL74208/TL74308/
TL74408/TL74258/TL74358/
TL74458
5.8 GHz corded/cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/ call waiting
Table of contents
Getting started
Quick reference guide
handset ..............................................1
Quick reference guide
telephone base ..............................2
Installation preparation ...................3
Additional handsets ...........................4
Backup battery installation
and use ..............................................5
Telephone base installation ...........6
Charger installation ...........................7
Handset battery installation
and charging ...................................8
Installation options ............................9
Belt clip & optional headset ............13
Telephone operation
Basic operation ................................. 14
Options while on calls ................... 18
Chain dialing ...................................... 20
Intercom ............................................... 21
Call transfer using intercom ....... 23
Handset settings .............................. 25
Telephone base settings .............. 30
Directory
Directory ............................................... 34
New directory entries .................... 35
Directory review ............................... 39
Directory search ............................... 40
To dial, delete or edit entries .... 41
Caller ID operation
Caller ID operation .......................... 43
Caller ID history ................................ 46
Answering system operation
About the answering system ..... 49
Day & time announcement ............ 51
Answering system mode .............. 52
Outgoing announcements ........... 53
Answering system setup .............. 55
Message playback............................ 59
Recording and playing memos ......60
Message counter displays ........... 61
Remote access .................................. 62
Appendix A
Screen icons and alert tones ..........64
Appendix B
Indicator lights .......................................65
Appendix C
Telephone base and handset
display screen messages ..........66
Appendix D
Adding and registering
handsets ......................................... 68
Appendix E
Replacing a handset ....................... 69
Appendix F
Maintenance ....................................... 70
Appendix G
Important safety information ..... 71
Appendix H
FCC part 68 & ACTA ....................... 74
Appendix I
FCC part 15 ......................................... 76
Appendix J
Limited warranty .............................. 77
Appendix K
Technical specifications ................ 80
Appendix L
Troubleshooting ................................ 81
Appendix M
Index ....................................................... 89
Getting started
Quick reference guide - handset
CHARGE indicator
On when the handset is in the charger.
CID
Press to display the caller
ID information (page 46).
PHONE/FLASH
Press to make or answer a call.
During a call, press to receive an incoming call if call waiting is activated
(page 18).
REDIAL/PAUSE
Press to view the redial memory (page 16).
While entering numbers, press and hold to insert a dialing pause (page 35).
MUTE/REMOVE
During a call, press to mute the microphone
(page 19).
While reviewing the caller
ID history, press to delete an individual entry, or press and hold to clear the caller ID history (page 48).
While predialing, press to delete digits (page 14).
SPEAKER
Press to turn on the handset speakerphone.
Press again to resume normal handset use
(page 15).
Feature menu
The > symbol highlights a menu item.
<DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
Feature menu
DIRECTORY (page 34)
CALL LOG (page 43)
RINGER VOLUME (page 26)
RINGER TONE (page 26)
KEY TONE (page 27)
LANGUAGE (page 27)
CLR VOICE MAIL (page 28)
1
, , and
Press or to scroll up or down while in menus.
While entering names or numbers, press or to move the cursor, where the next character will appear, to the left or right.
MENU/SELECT
Press to enter the menu.
While in the menu, press to select an item or save an entry or setting.
Press to display the directory (page 39).
DIR
VOLUME
While on a call, press the button located on the side of the handset to adjust listening volume.
When the handset is not in use, press to adjust the ringer volume.
OFF/CLEAR
During a call, press to hang up.
While using menus, press to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display.
INT
Press to begin an intercom conversation or to transfer a call (pages 21-24).
Using menus
Press or to scroll through menu items.
Press
MENU
/
SELECT to select or modify a highlighted item.
Press
OFF
/CLEAR to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display.
Getting started
Quick reference guide - telephone base
•
HANDSET LOCATOR/INTERCOM
: While phone is idle, press to page handset (page 17), or initiate an intercom call
(pages 21-22).
•
FLASH
: During a call, press to receive an incoming call if call waiting is activated (page 18).
•
CLOCK
: Press to review or set the clock (page 51).
•
SETUP
: Press to hear and change the settings (pages
55-58).
•
ANNC.
: Press to review or record the outgoing announcement; press again to quit (pages 53-54).
•
RECORD
: Press to record a memo (page 60), or after pressing
ANNC., to record an outgoing announcement
(page 53).
•
PLAY/STOP
: Press to start or stop message playback (page 59).
•
X
DELETE
: Press to delete the message currently playing. When in idle mode, press twice to delete all old messages (page 59).
•
ANSWER ON
: Press to turn the answering system on or off (page 52).
•
REPEAT
: Press to repeat the message; press twice to play the previous message
(page 59).
•
SKIP
: Press to skip the message (page 59).
•
SPEAKER
: Press to turn on the telephone base speakerphone. Press again to hang up (page 15).
IN USE
• On when handset is in use, when the answering system is answering an incoming call or you are registering a handset.
• Flashes when another telephone is in use on the same line, or you are deregistering a handset from the telephone base.
• Flashes quickly when there is an incoming call.
VOICEMAIL
• Flashes when you have new voicemail. Voicemail is a service offered by your local telephone company, and is different from answering system messages (page 28).
2
•
CLEAR
: While using menus, press to cancel an operation, or exit the menu display.
•
CID
: Press when the phone is idle to display the call history (page 46).
While entering numbers or letters, press to move the cursor to the left.
•
MENU/SELECT
:
Press to enter the menu.
While in the menu, press to select an item or save an entry or setting.
(page 30).
•
DIR
: Press when the phone is idle to display the directory. While entering or modifying names, press to advance cursor.
•
DISP DIAL
: Press to dial the number currently displayed.
•
REDIAL/PAUSE:
Before dialing any numbers, press to display the last number called
(page 16).
While dialing or entering numbers into your directory, press and hold to insert a dialing pause
(page 37).
•
VOLUME
: Press to adjust the volume of the speakerphone
(if speakerphone is on), message playback
(during playback) or ringer (if the telephone base is not being used).
•
MUTE
: Press to turn off the microphone; press again to resume your conversation (page 19).
Getting started
Installation preparation
You must install and charge the handset battery before using the cordless handset.
STOP!
See page 8
for easy instructions.
If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital Subscriber Line - DSL) through your telephone lines, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack (see page 6). The filter will prevent noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your
DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters.
Your product may be shipped with a protective sticker covering the handset or telephone base display - remove it before use.
For customer service or product information, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com
or call
1 (800) 222-3111
. In Canada, dial
1 (866) 288-4268
.
Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:
• Communication devices such as: television sets, VCRs, or other cordless telephones.
• Excessive heat sources.
• Noise sources such as a window with traffic outside, motors, microwave ovens, refrigerators, or fluorescent lighting.
• Excessive dust sources such as a workshop or garage.
• Excessive moisture.
• Extremely low temperature.
• Mechanical vibration or shock such as on top of the washing machine or work bench.
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Getting started
Additional handsets (optional)
Add new handsets to make your telephone more versatile (see page 68)
Your telephone can accommodate up to four cordless handsets. You can add new handsets (model TL77008, sold separately) anytime, but each must be registered with the telephone base before use.
The handset provided with your TL74108 is automatically registered as handset 1. You can register three additional handsets. Additional handsets will be assigned numbers in the order they are registered (handset 2, handset 3, and handset 4).
The TL74208/TL74258 has two handsets automatically registered as handset
1 and handset 2. You can register two additional handsets, which will be assigned as handset 3 and handset 4.
The TL74308/TL74358 has three handsets automatically registered as handset 1, handset 2 and handset 3. You can register one additional handset, which will be assigned as handset 4.
The TL74408/TL74458 has four pre-registered handsets, so you cannot register any additional handset to it.
Handset 1
Handset 2
Handset 3
Handset 4
NOTE: All four handsets can be used simultaneously, however only two handsets can be
used on an outside call, while the other two handsets can be used on an intercom call at
the same time.
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Getting started
Backup battery installation and use (not included)
In the event of a power failure, your telephone can still operate with limited functions if there are backup batteries (purchased separately) installed in the telephone base. If a power failure happens during a call on the corded handset, the call will continue (at the lowest volume) until you hang up; while a call on the cordless handset or speakerphone will disconnect immediately.
During a power failure, you can still make and answer calls using the corded handset. However, you cannot make or answer calls on the cordless handset or speakerphone.
If power resumes while you are on a call, it will continue and the telephone will reset once you hang up.
Follow the steps below to install backup batteries.
1. Make sure no line cord is connected to the telephone base.
2. Press the tab on the base battery cover (on the bottom of the telephone base) toward the cover and swing open the battery door.
3. Insert three new AAA alkaline batteries, matching the + and
- signs engraved on the telephone base.
4. Replace the backup battery cover onto the telephone base, the cover will click into place if it is attached properly.
Battery compartment tab
During a power failure, if the backup batteries are installed, the telephone base will display CHECK AC POWER.
BASE
CHECK AC POWER
NOTES:
1. With backup batteries, the base ringer and the handset volume will be at the lowest settings.
2. We recommend changing the batteries every nine months.
5
Getting started
Telephone base installation
If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital Subscriber Line - DSL) through your telephone lines, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack. The filter will prevent noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters.
Install the telephone base as shown below.
Telephone base installation
1.
Plug the small end of the telephone base power adapter into the power jack at the bottom of the telephone base.
2.
Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the telephone jack at the bottom of the telephone base.
3. Route cords through slots.
DSL filter (not included, required for DSL users).
4. Plug the telephone base power adapter into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
Telephone line cord
5. Plug the other end of the telephone line cord into a telephone jack.
6. Plug the coiled handset cord into the jack at the left of the telephone base.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Use only the power adapters supplied with this product or equivalent. To order a replacement power adapter, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com
1 (800) 222-3111
. In Canada, dial
1 (866) 288-4268
.
, or call
2. 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, underthe-table or cabinet outlet.
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Getting started
Charger installation
1. Plug the small end of the handset charger power adapter into the jack on the underside of the charger, then route the cord through the slot as shown.
2. Plug the handset charger power adapter into a power outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Use only the power adapters supplied with this product or equivalent. To order a replacement power adapter, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com
, or call
1 (800) 222-3111
. In Canada, dial
1 (866) 288-4268
.
2. 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, underthe-table or cabinet outlet.
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Getting started
Handset battery installation & charging
Install the battery as shown below. After installing the battery, you can make and receive short calls, but replace the handset in the charger when the handset is not being used. For optimal performance, charge the handset battery for at least 16 hours before use. When fully charged, the handset battery provides approximately five hours of talk time or three days of standby time.
If the battery is depleted, it may take approximately four minutes to charge the handset before it can resume screen display. The screen will continue to display LOW BATTERY until the battery has charged for approximately one hour.
Battery Pack BT5633/BT682
Battery Pack BT5633/BT682
Step
1
Plug the battery securely into the plug inside the handset battery compartment, matching the colorcoded label.
Step
2
Place the battery in the compartment with
THIS
SIDE UP facing up as indicated.
Step
3
Align the cover flat against the battery compartment cover, then slide it upwards until it clicks into place.
Step
4
Charge the handset by placing the handset face out in the charger. The
CHARGE light will be on when the handset is charging.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Use only the battery supplied with this product. To order a replacement or spare battery (AT&T model 27910, part number 89-0099-00-00 ) or equivalent, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com
, or call
1 (800) 222-3111
. In
Canada dial
1 (866) 288-4268
.
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Getting started
Installation options
The telephone base comes with the mounting bracket already installed for desktop use. If wall mounting is desired, a telephone outlet wall mounting plate with mounting studs is required. This mounting plate with studs is available for purchase from many hardware or consumer electronics retailers and may require professional installation.
Desktop to wall mount installation
To install the telephone base in the wall mount position, make sure that you first unplug all cords connected to the telephone base.
1. Press in as the arrows indicated. The bracket will detach from the base, and you can swing it down into wall-mount position.
Side view
Desk mount
9
Wall mount
Getting started
Installation options
2. Connect the telephone line cord and power adapter to the jacks on the bottom of the telephone base. Bundle the telephone cord and power adapter cord, and secure them with a twist tie.
Plug the power adapter and telephone line cord into the wall outlets.
3. Place the bundled telephone line cord and power adapter cord into the cavity under the telephone base as shown below.
Align the mounting studs on the telephone outlet plate with the mounting holes on the bracket.
4. Remove the telephone handset tab, rotate and replace it to hold the corded handset securely in place when telephone base is mounted on the wall.
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Getting started
Installation options
Wall mount to desktop installation
To change the telephone base from the wall mount position to desktop position.
1. Untie the bundled telephone cord and power adapter cord, and make sure that you unplug the power adapter and telephone line cord from the wall outlets before you begin.
2. Push as indicated by arrows in the illustration until the bracket is released, and swing it upward until it clicks into the desktop position.
Side view
Wall mount
11
Desk mount
Getting started
Installation options
of the telephone base.
4. Remove the telephone handset tab, rotate and replace for desktop use.
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Getting started
Belt clip & optional headset
To attach the belt clip:
Snap the belt clip into the retaining tabs on both sides of the handset as shown in the figure.
To remove the belt clip:
Gently lift either of the belt clip retaining tabs, shown in the figure, outwards to remove the belt clip from the handset.
For handsfree headset conversations, use any industry standard 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). For best results, use an AT&T 2.5 mm headset. To purchase a headset, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com
or call
1 (800) 222-3111
. In Canada, dial
1 (866) 288-4268
.
Lift the rubber flap here.
Plug a 2.5 mm headset into the jack on the side of the handset.
Left side of handset.
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Telephone operation
PHONE 0:00:30
Elapsed time
Elapsed time
PHONE 0:00:30
MSG #
- -
Basic operation
Making a call
Using a cordless handset:
• Press
PHONE
/FLASH
or SPEAKER, then enter the telephone number.
To end a call:
• Press
OFF
/CLEAR
or return the handset to the charger.
The screen displays the elapsed time as you talk
(in hours, minutes and seconds).
Using the telephone base:
• Lift the corded handset or press
SPEAKER
on the telephone base, then enter the telephone number.
To end a call:
• Place the corded handset back into the telephone base, or press SPEAKER to hang up.
The screen displays the elapsed time as you talk
(in hours, minutes and seconds).
On-hook dialing (predialing)
Using a cordless handset:
1. Enter the telephone number. Press
MUTE
/REMOVE or
OFF
/CLEAR to make corrections as you enter the phone number.
2. Press
PHONE
/FLASH
or SPEAKER to dial.
Using the telephone base:
1. Using the dial pad on the telephone base to enter the telephone number, the number will be shown on the screen of the telephone base.
Press CLEAR to make corrections as you enter the phone number.
2. Press SPEAKER or DISP DIAL to dial.
-OR-
Lift the corded handset to dial.
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Telephone operation
Elapsed time
SPEAKER 0:00:30
MSG #
- -
SPEAKER 0:00:30
Elapsed time
NOTE: If a headset is plugged into the cordless handset, you will not be able to use the handset speakerphone.
Basic operation
Clearspeak
TM dial-in-base speakerphone
During a call you can press
SPEAKER on the telephone base to alternate between hands-free speakerphone and normal handset use. Press
SPEAKER on the telephone base to hang up.
Handset speakerphone
During a call you can press
SPEAKER on the cordless handset to alternate between hands-free speakerphone and normal handset use. Press
OFF
/CLEAR
on the handset to hang up.
Answer a call
Using a cordless handset:
• Press
PHONE
/FLASH
or SPEAKER.
–OR–
• Press any dial pad key (0-9, * or #).
To end a call:
• Press
OFF
/CLEAR
or return the handset to the charger.
Using the telephone base:
• Lift the corded handset, or press SPEAKER.
–OR–
• Press any dial pad key (0-9, * or #).
To end a call:
• Return the corded handset to the telephone base or press SPEAKER if you are using speakerphone.
Auto off
A call will be ended automatically when you put the cordless handset in the charger.
(If the base speakerphone is active, placing the corded handset in the base will not end the call)
Clearspeak
TM is a trademark of Advanced
American Telephones.
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Telephone operation
REDIAL
555-1234
REDIAL
555-1234
MSG #
- -
Basic operation
Last number redial
To view the five most recently dialed numbers:
Using a cordless handset:
• Press
REDIAL
/PAUSE
to display the most recently called number (up to 30 digits).
• Press , or
REDIAL
/PAUSE
repeatedly to view up to five recently called numbers.
The handset will beep twice at the beginning and end of the list. Press
OFF
/CLEAR
to exit.
To redial a number:
• Press
PHONE
/FLASH
or SPEAKER to dial the displayed number.
–OR–
• Press
PHONE/
FLASH
or
SPEAKER then
REDIAL
/PAUSE
to call the most recently called number (up to 30 digits).
Press
MUTE/
REMOVE to delete the displayed number from the redial memory.
Using the telephone base:
• Press
REDIAL
/PAUSE
to display the most recently called number (up to 30 digits).
• Press CID , DIR or REDIAL
/PAUSE
repeatedly to view up to five recently called numbers.
The telephone base will beep twice at the beginning and end of the list. Press CLEAR to exit.
To redial a number:
• Press SPEAKER or DISP DIAL to dial the displayed number.
–OR–
Lift the corded handset to dial the displayed number.
• Press
SPEAKER or lift the corded handset then press
REDIAL
/PAUSE
to call the most recently called number (up to 30 digits).
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Telephone operation
**PAGING**
Basic operation
Handset locator
The handset locator feature is useful if you misplace a handset.
To start the paging tone:
• Press HANDSET LOCATOR/INTERCOM on the telephone base. This starts the paging tone at the handset(s) for 60 seconds to help you locate the handset(s).
NOTE: When paging, if you press
OFF/
CLEAR
or
MUTE/
REMOVE
on a handset, the ringer of the handset will be silent but the handset locator feature will not be canceled.
To stop the paging tone:
• Press
PHONE
/FLASH,
SPEAKER
, or any dial pad key (0-9, *, or #) on the handset(s).
–OR–
• Press HANDSET LOCATOR/INTERCOM on the telephone base.
NOTE: The handset ringer volume also determines the level of the paging tone. If the handset ringer volume level is set to off, that handset will be silent for all calls and paging (page 26).
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Telephone operation
Volume control
NOTE: A maximum of two handsets can be used at once on an outside (not an intercom) call.
Options while on calls
Volume control
Press the VOLUME keys on the side of the handset or on the telephone base to adjust listening volume. Each press of the button increases or decreases the volume.
NOTES:
1. All volume settings (normal handset, speakerphone and headset) are independent.
2. When the volume level has reached the minimum or maximum setting, you will hear two beeps.
Call waiting
If you subscribe to call waiting service with your local telephone service provider, you will hear a beep if someone calls while you are already on a call. Press
PHONE/
FLASH on the cordless handset or press
FLASH on the telephone base to put your current call on hold and answer the new call. You can press
PHONE/
FLASH on the cordless handset or
FLASH on the telephone base at any time to switch back and forth between the calls.
Conference call using the telephone base or multiple handset
If you would like to join an ongoing call.
Using a cordless handset:
Press
PHONE/
FLASH or SPEAKER on another cordless handset.
Press
OFF
/CLEAR or place the handset in the charger to hang up. The call will not be terminated until all handsets hang up.
Using the telephone base:
Lift the corded handset or press SPEAKER on the telephone base.
Press
SPEAKER
or place the corded handset in the telephone base to hang up. The call will not be terminated until all handsets hang up.
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Telephone operation
Options while on calls
Mute
The mute function allows you to silence the microphone. You can hear the caller, but the caller will not be able to hear you.
To mute the call on a cordless handset:
• Press
MUTE/
REMOVE
to silence the microphone. When mute is on, the handset screen will show MUTED for a few seconds and the MUTE icon will be shown until mute is turned off.
To un-mute the call on a cordless handset:
• Press
MUTE/
REMOVE
again and resume speaking. When mute is turned off,
MICROPHONE ON will display temporarily on the handset screen.
To mute the call on the telephone base:
• Press MUTE to silence the microphone. When mute is on, the screen on the telephone base will show MUTED for a few seconds and the
MUTE button will turn red until mute is turned off.
To un-mute the call on the telephone base:
• Press MUTE again and resume speaking.
When mute is turned off, MICROPHONE ON will display temporarily on the screen of the telephone base.
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Telephone operation
NOTES:
1. While reviewing the directory on a call, editing an entry is not allowed.
For more details about the directory, see page 34.
2. While reviewing the caller
ID history on a call, storing the caller ID number in the directory is not allowed. For more details about the caller
ID history, see page 44.
3. While on a call, only the most recently called number can be reviewed, and erasing the entry is not allowed. For more details about the redial memory, see page 16.
Chain dialing
This feature allows you to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored in the directory, caller ID history or redial list while you are on a call.
This feature is useful when you need to access a bank account PIN or calling card access number that is already in the directory, caller ID history or redial list.
Directory
Using a cordless handset:
While on a call, you can press
DIR
to review the directory. To dial the displayed number, press
MENU/
SELECT.
Using the telephone base:
While on a call, you can press DIR to review the directory. To dial the displayed number, press
MENU/
SELECT or DISP DIAL.
Caller ID history
Using a cordless handset:
While on a call, you can press CID to review the caller ID history. To dial the displayed number, press
MENU/
SELECT.
Using the telephone base:
While on a call, you can press CID to review the caller ID history. To dial the displayed number, press
MENU/
SELECT or DISP DIAL.
Last number redial
Using a cordless handset:
If you are on a call, press
REDIAL/
PAUSE
to display and dial the most recently dialed number. If you press
REDIAL/
PAUSE
again within two seconds, the number will not be dialed.
Using the telephone base:
If you are on a call, press REDIAL to display and dial the most recently dialed number. If you press REDIAL again within two seconds, the number will not be dialed.
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Telephone operation
Intercom
Using a cordless handset:
Use the intercom feature for conversation between handsets or the telephone base.
1. Press INT. The screen will show INTERCOM TO:
2. Enter a handset number. The screen will show
CALLING HANDSET X. The called handset will ring, and its screen will show
HANDSET Y IS
CALLING.
-OR-
Enter 0 to intercom with the telephone base. The screen will show CALLING BASE. The telephone base will ring, and its screen will show
HANDSET
X IS CALLING.
3. On the ringing handset, press
PHONE
/FLASH
,
INT, SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) to answer the intercom call.
-OR-
Press SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) on the telephone base, or lift the corded handset to answer the intercom call.
NOTES:
1. Before the intercom call is answered, you can cancel the intercom call by pressing OFF/CLEAR or INT on the calling handset.
2. If the called handset is not answered within 100 seconds or if it is in the directory or call log mode, or on a call, or out of range, the calling handset will show the message
UNABLE
TO CALL TRY AGAIN.
3. Pressing
OFF/
CLEAR
or
MUTE/
REMOVE
will temporarily silence the intercom ringer.
To end the intercom call:
• Press
OFF
/CLEAR
or
INT on either handset.
-OR-
Press SPEAKER on the telephone base.
-OR-
Place handset in the charger.
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Telephone operation
Intercom
Using the telephone base:
You can initiate an intercom call at the telephone base with any system handset.
1. Press
HANDSET LOCATOR
/INTERCOM on the telephone base.
CALLING HANDSET X. The called handset will ring, and its screen will show BASE IS CALLING.
3. On the ringing handset, press
PHONE
/FLASH
,
INT, SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) to answer the intercom call.
NOTES:
1. Before the intercom call is answered, you can cancel the intercom call by pressing CLEAR or
HANDSET LOCATOR
/
INTERCOM on the telephone base.
2. If the called handset is not answered within 100 seconds or if it is in the directory or call log mode, or on a call, or out of range, the calling handset will show the message
UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN.
3. Pressing
OFF/
CLEAR
or
MUTE/
REMOVE
on the cordless handset will temporarily silence the intercom ringer.
To end the intercom call:
• Press
OFF
/CLEAR
or INT on the cordless handset.
-OR-
Place the cordless handset in the charger.
-OR-
Place the corded handset in the telephone base.
-OR-
Press CLEAR or
HANDSET LOCATOR
/INTERCOM on the telephone base.
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Telephone operation
NOTES:
1. Before the intercom call is answered, you can cancel the transfer and return to the outside call by pressing
OFF/CLEAR,
PHONE/FLASH, or INT.
2. If the called handset does not answer the intercom call within 100 seconds, or if the other handset is in the directory or call log mode, or out of range, the calling handset will show
UNABLE TO CALL TRY
AGAIN on its screen and will automatically return to the outside call.
3. You can switch between the intercom call and the outside call by pressing
INT
on the cordless handset.
The display will change between
INTERCOM
and
OUTSIDE CALL
to indicate which party is active.
4. You can end the intercom call and return to the outside call by pressing
PHONE/
FLASH
on the calling handset.
Call transfer using intercom
Using a cordless handset:
Use the intercom feature to transfer an outside call to the telephone base or a cordless handset in the system.
1. During a conversation with an outside call, press
INT
.
TRANSFER TO: will be displayed on the screen.
2. Enter a handset number or enter 0 if you want to transfer the call to the telephone base.
The screen will show
CALLING HANDSET X
or
CALLING BASE. The called handset or the telephone base will ring, and its screen will show
HANDSET X IS CALLING.
3. On the ringing handset, press
PHONE
/FLASH
,
INT, SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or
#) to answer the intercom call. You can now talk without the outside caller hearing the conversation.
-OR-
On the telephone base, press
HANDSET
LOCATOR/INTERCOM, SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) to answer the intercom call. You can now talk without the outside caller hearing the conversation.
4. Press
OFF
/CLEAR
on the calling handset or place the corded handset back to the telephone base to complete the transfer.
The calling handset’s screen will show
CALL
TRANSFERED and the called handset will automatically be connected to the outside call.
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Telephone operation
Call transfer using intercom
Using the telephone base:
Use the intercom feature to transfer an outside call to any of the cordless handsets in the system.
1. During a conversation with an outside call, press
HANDSET LOCATOR
/INTERCOM
.
TRANSFER TO: will be displayed on the screen.
2. Enter a handset number. The screen will show
CALLING HANDSET X. The called handset will ring, and its screen will show
BASE IS
CALLING.
3. On the ringing handset, press
PHONE
/FLASH
,
INT, SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or
#) to answer the intercom call. You can now talk without the outside caller hearing the conversation.
4. Press SPEAKER on the telephone base or place the corded handset back to the telephone base to complete the transfer.
The calling handset’s screen will show
CALL
TRANSFERED and the called handset will automatically be connected to the outside call.
NOTES:
1. Before the intercom call is answered, you can cancel the transfer and return to the outside call by pressing
HANDSET LOCATOR
/INTERCOM or SPEAKER.
2. If the called handset does not answer the intercom call within 100 seconds, or if the other handset is in the directory or call log mode, or out of range, the calling handset will show UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN on its screen and will automatically return to the outside call.
3. You can switch between the intercom call and the outside call by pressing
HANDSET LOCATOR
/INTERCOM
on the telephone base. The display will change between
INTERCOM
and
OUTSIDE CALL
to indicate which party is active.
4. You can end the intercom call and return to the outside call by pressing
PHONE/
FLASH
on the calling handset.
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Telephone operation
Handset settings
Using the feature menu, you can change settings to customize how the telephone works.
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode (when the phone is not in use) to enter the feature menu.
2. Use or to scroll to the feature to be changed. When scrolling through the menu, the top menu item is always highlighted with a > symbol.
3. Press
MENU
/SELECT
to select the highlighted item.
NOTE: To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu or exit the menu display, press
OFF
/CLEAR.
Press and hold
OFF
/CLEAR to return to idle mode.
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Telephone operation
>
DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
>
RINGER VOLUME
RINGER TONE
RINGER VOLUME
>
DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
>
RINGER TONE
KEY TONE
RINGER TONE
1
Handset settings
Ringer volume
Using this menu, you can set a ring volume level
(1-6), or turn the ringer off. When the ringer is turned off, the will appear on the handset screen.
To adjust the ringer volume:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use or to scroll to the >
RINGER
VOLUME menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press or to sample each volume level.
4. Press
MENU
/SELECT
to save your preference and return to the feature menu.
-OR-
When the handset is in idle mode, press the
VOLUME
buttons on the right side of the handset to change ringer volume.
NOTE: The ringer volume level also determines the ringer levels of intercom calls (pages 21-22) and the handset locator paging tone (page 17). If the handset ringer volume level is set to off, that handset ringer is silenced for all incoming calls and paging.
Ringer tone
This feature allows you to choose one of 10 ringer tones.
To choose a ringer tone:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use or to scroll to the > RINGER TONE menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press or to sample each ringer tone.
4. Press
MENU
/SELECT
to save your preference and return to the feature menu.
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Telephone operation
>
DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
>
KEY TONE
LANGUAGE
KEY TONE
ON
>
DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
>
LANGUAGE
CLR VOICE MAIL
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
Handset settings
Key tone
The handset is factory programmed to beep with each key press. If you turn off the
KEY TONE, there will be no beeps when keys are pressed.
To turn the KEY TONE on or off:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use or to scroll to the > KEY TONE menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press or to select ON or OFF.
4.
Press
MENU
/SELECT
to save your preference and return to the feature menu.
Language
In this menu, you can select the language used for all screen displays.
To select a language:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use or to scroll to the > LANGUAGE menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press or to select ENGLISH, FRANCAIS or
ESPANOL.
4.
Press
MENU
/SELECT
to save your preference and return to the feature menu.
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Telephone operation
>
DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
>
CLR VOICE MAIL
DIRECTORY
TURN INDICATOR
OFF?
NOTES:
1. Telephone company voicemail may alert you to new messages with stutter
(broken) dial tone. Contact your telephone company for more details.
2. For information about using your voicemail service contact your telephone company for assistance.
Handset settings
Visual message waiting (voicemail) indicator
If you subscribe to a voicemail service offered by your local telephone company, the voicemail waiting indicator feature will provide visual indication when you have new voicemail messages. The VOICEMAIL light on the telephone base will flash, and NEW VOICE MAIL and the icon will appear on the handset screen(s).
NOTES:
1. This feature does not indicate new answering system messages recorded on your phone.
2. For more information about the difference between your answering system and voicemail, see page 49.
To clear voicemail indication
Use this feature when the telephone indicates that there is new voicemail but there is none
(for example, when you have accessed your voicemail from a different telephone line while away from home). This feature only turns off the displayed NEW VOICE MAIL message, icon and
VOICEMAIL light; it does not delete your voicemail message(s). If there actually are new voicemail messages, your local telephone company will continue to send the signal to turn on the visual message waiting indication.
To manually turn off the new voicemail indication:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use or to scroll to the >
CLR VOICE
MAIL menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press
MENU
/SELECT again to turn the voicemail indication off, or press
OFF
/CLEAR to cancel the procedure.
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Telephone operation
Handset settings
Temporary ring silencing
Press
OFF/
CLEAR
or
MUTE/
REMOVE
while the telephone is ringing to silence the ringer temporarily. This will silence the ringer without disconnecting the call. The next incoming call will ring normally at the preset volume.
NOTE: If more than one handset is installed, each handset will ring when there is an incoming call unless the volume is turned off. Pressing
OFF/
CLEAR
or
MUTE/
REMOVE
on one handset will only silence the ringer of that particular handset.
29
Telephone operation
Telephone base settings
Using the feature menu, you can change settings to customize how the telephone base works.
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode (when the phone is not in use) to enter the feature menu.
2. Use CID or DIR to scroll to the feature to be changed. When scrolling through the menu, the top menu item is always highlighted with a > symbol.
3. Press
MENU
/SELECT
to select the highlighted item.
NOTE: To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu or exit the menu display, press CLEAR. Press and hold CLEAR to return to idle mode.
30
Telephone operation
< RINGER VOLUME
RINGER TONE
RINGER VOLUME
MSG #
- -
Telephone base settings
Ringer volume
Using this menu, you can set a ring volume level
(1-6), or turn the ringer off. When the ringer is turned off, the will appear on the screen of the telephone base.
To adjust the RINGER VOLUME:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use CID or DIR to scroll to the >
RINGER
VOLUME menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press CID or DIR to sample each volume level.
4. Press
MENU
/SELECT
to save your preference and return to the feature menu.
-OR-
When the handset is in idle mode, press the
VOLUME buttons on the telephone base to change ringer volume.
NOTE: The ringer volume level also determines the ringer levels of intercom calls. If the telephone base ringer volume level is set to off, the base ringer is silenced for all incoming and intercom calls.
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Telephone operation
< RINGER TONE
KEY TONE
1
RINGER TONE
MSG #
- -
< KEY TONE
LANGUAGE
KEY TONE
ON
MSG #
- -
Telephone base settings
Ringer tone
This feature allows you to choose one of 10 ringer tones.
To choose a ringer tone:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use CID or DIR to scroll to the >
RINGER
TONE menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press CID or DIR to sample each ringer tone.
4. Press
MENU
/SELECT
to save your preference and return to the feature menu.
Key tone
The handset is factory programmed to beep with each key press. If you turn off the KEY TONE, there will be no beeps when keys are pressed.
To turn the KEY TONE on or off:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use CID or DIR to scroll to the > KEY TONE menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press CID or DIR to select ON or OFF.
4.
Press
MENU
/SELECT
to save your preference and return to the feature menu.
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Telephone operation
< LANGUAGE
CLR VOICE MAIL
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
MSG #
- -
< CLR VOICE MAIL
DIRECTORY
TURN INDICATOR
OFF?
MSG #
- -
Telephone base settings
Language
In this menu, you can select the language used for all screen displays.
To select a language:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use CID or DIR to scroll to the
> LANGUAGE menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press CID or DIR to select ENGLISH,
FRANCAIS or ESPANOL.
4.
Press
MENU
/SELECT
to save your preference and return to the feature menu.
To clear voicemail indication
Use this feature when the telephone indicates that there is new voicemail but there is none (for example, when you have accessed your voicemail from a different telephone line while away from home). If there actually are new voicemail messages, your local telephone company will continue to send the signal to turn on the visual message waiting indication.
To manually turn off the new voicemail indication:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu.
2. Use CID or DIR to scroll to the >
CLR VOICE
MAIL menu, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
3. Press
MENU
/SELECT again to turn the voicemail indication off, or press
OFF
/CLEAR to exit.
NOTES:
1. Telephone company voicemail may alert you to new messages with stutter (broken) dial tone. Contact your telephone company for more details.
2. This only turns off the displayed NEW VOICE MAIL message,
icon and
VOICEMAIL light; it does not delete your voicemail message(s).
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Directory
Pat Williams
555-1234
MSG #
- -
Pat Williams
555-1234
Directory
Shared directory
The directory is stored in the telephone base, and is shared by all handsets and the telephone base. Changes made to the directory on any one handset or telephone base will apply to all.
Memory capacity
The directory can store up to 50 entries, with a maximum of 15 alphanumeric characters (including spaces) for the names and 30 digits for the telephone numbers. A convenient search feature can help you find and dial numbers quickly
(page 40).
If all memory locations are in use, the screen will display
LIST FULL. You will not be able to store a new number until an existing one is deleted.
Exiting the directory
On a cordless handset, press
OFF
/CLEAR to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display. Press and hold
OFF
/CLEAR to return to the idle mode.
-OR-
On the telephone base, press CLEAR to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display. Press and hold CLEAR to return to the idle mode.
If you pause for too long while creating or reviewing an entry, the procedure will time out and you will have to begin again.
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Directory
>
DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
>
REVIEW
STORE
>
STORE
REVIEW
ENTER NUMBER
555-1234_
New directory entries
To create and store a new directory entry
Using a cordless handset:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu
2. Press
MENU
/SELECT
again to enter the
>
DIRECTORY menu.
3. Press
on a handset to highlight STORE.
4. Press
MENU
/SELECT
5.
Enter the telephone number when prompted.
• Use the dial pad to enter up to 30 digits.
– Press or to move the cursor to the left or right.
– Press
MUTE/
REMOVE to erase numbers.
– Press and hold
MUTE/
REMOVE to erase all numbers.
– Press and hold
REDIAL/
PAUSE to enter a
three-second dialing pause.
-OR-
• Copy a number from redial by pressing
REDIAL
/PAUSE
then press or to locate the number to copy. Press
MENU/
SELECT to copy the number.
6. Press
MENU
/SELECT to save the number in the display. The display will show
ALREADY
SAVED if the number is already in the directory.
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Directory
ENTER NAME
Pat Williams_
NOTE: The first letter
of every word will be
capitalized. The
remaining letters in a
word will be lowercase
as shown in the chart
to the right.
Pat Williams
555-1234
New directory entries
7. Enter the name when prompted.
• Use the dial pad to enter a name (up to
15 characters). Each time a key is pressed,
the character on that key will be displayed.
Additional key presses will produce other
characters on that key. See the chart below.
– Press or to move the cursor to
the left or right.
– Press
MUTE/
REMOVE to erase letters.
– Press and hold
MUTE/
REMOVE to erase
all letters.
Dial
Key
1
2
9
0
7
8
5
6
3
4 G
J
M
P
T
W
0
A
D
1
1
E
H
K
N
2
#
B
Q
U
X
Characters by number of key presses
3
L
O
R
V
Y
F
I
‘
C
4
,
2
3
4
5
6
S
8
Z d g j m
5
a
7 t
9
6
.
b e h k n p u w l o i f
7
& c q v x
?
!
/ ( )
@
8 r y
9 s z
#
space
8. Press
MENU/
SELECT
to store your new directory entry. The name and the telephone number will then be shown on the screen. To change it later, see pages 41-42.
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Directory
< DIRECTORY
CALL LOG
< REVIEW
STORE
< STORE
REVIEW
ENTER NUMBER
555-1234_
New directory entries
To create and store a new directory entry
Using the telephone base:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT
in idle mode to enter the feature menu
2. Press
MENU
/SELECT
again to enter the
> DIRECTORY menu.
3. Press CID or DIR to highlight
STORE.
4. Press
MENU
/SELECT
5.
Enter the telephone number when prompted.
• Use the dial pad to enter up to 30 digits.
– Press CID or DIR to move the cursor to the left or right.
– Press X DELETE to erase numbers.
– Press and hold X DELETE to erase all numbers.
– Press and hold
REDIAL/
PAUSE to enter a
three-second dialing pause.
-OR-
• Copy a number from redial by pressing
REDIAL
/PAUSE
then press CID or DIR , or pressing
REDIAL
/PAUSE
repeatedly to locate the number to copy. Press
MENU/
SELECT to copy the number.
6. Press
MENU
/SELECT to save the number in the display. The display will show
ALREADY
SAVED if the number is already in the directory.
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Directory
ENTER NAME
Pat Williams_
NOTE: The first letter
of every word will be
capitalized. The
remaining letters in a
word will be lowercase
as shown in the chart
to the right.
Pat Williams
555-1234
New directory entries
7. Enter the name when prompted.
• Use the dial pad to enter a name (up to
15 characters). Each time a key is pressed,
the character on that key will be displayed.
Additional key presses will produce other
characters on that key. See the chart below.
– Press
– Press
CID or DIR to move the cursor
to the left or right.
X DELETE to erase letters.
– Press and hold X DELETE to erase
all letters.
Dial
Key
1
8
9
6
7
0
4
5
2
3
G
J
M
P
T
W
0
A
D
1
1
2
K
N
Q
U
X
#
B
E
H
?
Characters by number of key presses
3
L
O
R
V
Y
F
I
‘
C
4
,
2
3
4
5
6
S
8
Z d g j m
5
a
7 t
9
6
.
b e h k n p u w l o i f
7
& c q v x
!
/ ( )
@
8 r y
9 s z
#
space
8. Press
MENU/
SELECT
to store your new directory entry. The name and the telephone number will then be shown on the screen. To change it later, see page 42.
38
Directory
Andrew
555-6789
Barbara
555-9876
Andrew
555-6789
Barbara
555-1234
Directory review
To review directory entries
Using a cordless handset:
1. Press
DIR
in idle mode to display the first listing in the directory. DIRECTORY EMPTY will be displayed if there are no directory entries.
-OR-
You can also display the first listing in the directory by first pressing
MENU/
SELECT
twice, then press
MENU
/SELECT again to choose
> REVIEW.
2. Press or to browse through the directory. Entries will be displayed alphabetically by the first letter in the name.
Using the telephone base:
1. Press
DIR
in idle mode to display the first listing in the directory. DIRECTORY EMPTY will be displayed if there are no directory entries.
-OR-
You can also display the first listing in the directory by first pressing
MENU/
SELECT
twice, then press
MENU
/SELECT again to choose
> REVIEW.
2. Press CID or DIR to browse through the directory. Entries will be displayed alphabetically by the first letter in the name.
39
Directory
Directory search
To search by name
Follow the steps below to search for directory entries on a handset or the telephone base.
1. Press
DIR
in idle mode to display the first listing in the directory. DIRECTORY EMPTY will be displayed if there are no directory entries.
2. When a name entry is displayed, press the dial pad keys (2-9) to start a name search.
The directory will display the first name beginning with the first letter associated with the dial pad key, if there is an entry in the directory that begins with that letter.
3. To see other names that start with the letters on the dial pad key, keep pressing the key. The names will be shown in alphabetical order.
For example, if you have name entries Jennifer,
Jessie, Kevin and Linda in your directory:
• If you press 5 (JKL) once, you will see
Jennifer.
• If you press 5 (JKL) twice, you will see Jessie.
• If you press 5 (JKL) three times, you will see
Kevin.
• If you press 5 (JKL) four times, you will see
Linda.
• If you press 5 (JKL) five times, you will see
Jennifer again.
NOTES:
1. If there is no name entry matching the first letter of the key you press, you will see a name entry that matches the second letter of the key.
2. If you press a key (2-9) and there is no name entry to match those letters, the directory will show the entry that matches the next letter in the directory.
40
Directory
Andrew
555-6789
EDIT NUMBER
555-1234
To dial, delete or edit entries
To dial, delete or edit a directory entry (name and number), the entry must be displayed on the handset. Use directory search or review (pages
39-40) to display an entry.
Display dial
To dial a displayed number from the directory,
• Press
PHONE
/FLASH
or SPEAKER on a cordless handset.
-OR-
• Press DISP DIAL or SPEAKER on the telephone base, or lift the corded handset.
To delete an entry
When a directory entry is displayed, press
MUTE/
REMOVE on a cordless handset or press
X DELETE on the telephone base to delete the displayed entry from the directory. Once deleted, an entry cannot be retrieved.
To edit an entry
Using a cordless handset:
When a directory entry is displayed:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT to modify the entry. You will be prompted to EDIT NUMBER.
• Press the dial pad keys to add digits.
• Press
MUTE/
REMOVE to erase digits.
• Press or to move the cursor.
• Press and hold
REDIAL/
PAUSE to add a three-second pause if desired.
• Press
REDIAL
/PAUSE, then or to scroll to a previously dialed number. Press
MENU/
SELECT
to add the redial number to the entry.
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Directory
EDIT NAME
Andy
Andy
555-1234
Andrew
555-6789
EDIT NUMBER
555-1234_
EDIT NAME
Andy_
Andy
555-1234
To dial, delete or edit entries
2. Press
MENU
/SELECT. You will be prompted to
EDIT NAME.
• Press the dial pad keys to add characters
(page 36).
• Press
MUTE
/REMOVE to erase characters.
• Press or to move the cursor.
3. Press
MENU/
SELECT
to confirm
.
Using the telephone base:
When a directory entry is displayed:
1. Press
MENU/
SELECT to modify the entry. You will be prompted to EDIT NUMBER.
• Press the dial pad keys to add digits.
• Press X DELETE to erase digits.
• Press CID or DIR to move the cursor.
• Press and hold
REDIAL/
PAUSE to add a three-second pause if desired.
• Copy a number from redial by pressing
REDIAL
/PAUSE
then press CID or DIR , or pressing
REDIAL
/PAUSE
repeatedly to locate the number to copy. Press
MENU/
SELECT to copy the number.
2. Press
MENU
/SELECT. You will be prompted to
EDIT NAME.
• Press the dial pad keys to add characters
(page 38).
• Press X DELETE to erase characters.
• Press
CID or DIR to move the cursor.
3. Press
MENU/
SELECT
to confirm
.
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Caller ID operation
CHRISTINE SMITH
908-555-0100
10:01
AM
NEW
11/23
CHRISTINE SMITH
908-555-0100
- -
10:01
AM
Caller ID operation
Information about caller ID with call waiting
This product has caller ID with call waiting feature that works with your local telephone company service.
This product can be used with regular caller ID service, or this product’s other features can be used without subscribing to either caller ID or combined caller ID with call waiting service.
There are fees for caller ID services. In addition, services may not be available in all areas.
Depending on your service, caller ID with call waiting lets you see the name and telephone number of the caller before answering the telephone, even while on another call.
It may be necessary to change your telephone service to use this feature. Contact your telephone company if:
• You have both caller ID and call waiting, but as separate services (you may need combined service).
• You have only caller ID service, or only call waiting service.
• You do not have any caller ID or call waiting services and would like to use this feature.
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CHRISTINE SMITH
908-555-0100
10:01
AM
NEW
11/23
CHRISTINE SMITH
908-555-0100
- -
10:01
AM
Caller ID operation
How the caller ID history works
The caller ID history stores information about the last 50 incoming calls. Review the caller ID history to find out who called, to easily return the call, or to copy the caller’s name and number into your directory.
The caller ID history deletes the oldest entry when the log is full to make room for new incoming calls.
If you answer a call before the information appears on the screen, it will not be saved in the caller ID history.
The caller ID history is stored in the telephone base, and is shared by all handsets. Changes made at any one handset will be reflected in all.
Handset screen display
Caller’s name
CHRISTINE SMITH
908-555-0100
10:01
AM
NEW
11/23
Caller’s number
Appears when the call is missed and un-reviewed
Date of call
Time of call
Screen display of the telephone base
Caller’s name
CHRISTINE SMITH
908-555-0100
- -
10:01
AM
Caller’s number
Appears when the call is missed and un-reviewed
Date of call
Time of call
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Chris
908-555-0100
10:01
AM
NEW
11/23
Chris
908-555-0100
- -
10:01
AM
HANDSET 1
6 MISSED CALLS
Pat Williams
555-1234
10:31
AM
NEW
11/23
BASE
6 MISSED CALLS
- -
10:01
AM
Pat Williams
555-1234
- -
10:01
AM
Caller ID operation
Memory match
If the incoming telephone number exactly matches a telephone number in your directory, the name that appears on the screen will match the corresponding name in your directory.
For example, if Christine Smith calls, her name will appear as Chris if this is how you entered it into your directory.
NOTE: The number shown by your caller ID will be in the format sent by the phone company. The phone company usually delivers ten-digit phone numbers
(area code plus phone number). If the telephone number of the person calling does not exactly match a number in your directory, the name will appear as delivered by the phone company. For example if the phone company includes the area code and the directory number does not, the name will appear as delivered by the phone company.
Missed calls indicator
When a handset is in idle mode and has calls that have not been reviewed, its screen will show
XX MISSED CALLS.
All entries which have not been reviewed will be counted as missed calls when the phone is idle. Each time an entry from the caller ID history marked
NEW is reviewed, the number of missed calls decreases by one.
If you do not want to review all the missed calls one by one, but you still want to keep all the missed calls in the caller ID history, you can press and hold
OFF
/CLEAR
on a cordless handset or press and hold CLEAR on the telephone base for four seconds when the handset is idle. All the entries in the caller
ID history will be considered old (have been reviewed), and the missed calls counter is reset to 0.
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Caller ID operation
HANDSET 1
6 MISSED CALLS
Pat Williams
555-1234
10:31
AM
NEW
11/23
Jeffrey Adams
555-9876
10:21
AM
NEW
11/23
Caller ID history
To review caller ID history
Using a cordless handset:
1. Press CID to review the caller ID history. The caller ID history displays the caller ID entries in reverse chronological order starting with the most recent call.
-OR-
You can also review the caller ID history by pressing
MENU/
SELECT
, then use or to scroll to the >CALL LOG, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
2. Press or to scroll through the list as shown on the left.
BASE
6 MISSED CALLS
- -
10:01
AM
Using the telephone base:
1. Press CID to review the caller ID history. The caller ID history displays the caller ID entries in reverse chronological order starting with the most recent call.
-OR-
You can also review the caller ID history by pressing
MENU/
SELECT
, then use CID or DIR to scroll to the >CALL LOG, then press
MENU
/SELECT.
2. Press
CID or DIR to scroll through the list as shown on the left.
Pat Williams
555-1234
- -
10:01
AM
Jeffrey Adams
555-9876
- -
10:01
AM
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Caller ID operation
The various dialing options are:
555-5555
555-555-5555
1-555-555-5555
1-555-5555
Caller ID history
To dial from caller ID history
Using a cordless handset:
While reviewing an entry in the caller ID history:
• Press
PHONE/
FLASH
or
SPEAKER to call the number as it is displayed in the caller ID history.
-OR-
• Press # repeatedly to see the various dialing options (you can choose to dial with or without an area code, or with or without the
1), then press
PHONE/
FLASH or SPEAKER to place the call.
Using the telephone base:
While reviewing an entry in the caller ID history:
• Press DISP DIAL or SPEAKER, or lift the corded handset to call the number as it is displayed in the caller ID history.
-OR-
• Press
# repeatedly to see the various dialing options (you can choose to dial with or without an area code, or with or without the 1), then press
DISP DIAL
or
SPEAKER, or lift the corded handset to place the call.
NOTE: You may need to change how a caller ID number will be dialed if the entry is not displayed in the correct format. Caller ID numbers may appear with an area code, which may not be required for local calls, or without a 1, which may be needed for long distance calls.
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Caller ID operation
NOTE: If both the name and number are not provided,
UNABLE
TO SAVE will be displayed.
Caller ID history
Other options
• Press
MUTE
/REMOVE on a cordless handset or press X DELETE on the telephone base to delete the displayed entry from the caller ID history.
• With an entry from the caller ID history displayed.
– Press and hold
MUTE
/REMOVE on a cordless handset to delete all entries from the caller ID history.
-OR-
– Press and hold X DELETE on the telephone base to delete all entries from the caller ID history.
When asked to confirm, press
MENU
/SELECT to clear the caller ID history of all entries, or press
OFF/
CLEAR
on a cordless handset or press CLEAR on the telephone base to exit and leave all entries in the caller ID history intact.
• With an entry from the caller ID history displayed. Press
MENU
/SELECT
to copy this entry into your directory. You will be given the opportunity to edit the name and the number.
• Press
OFF
/CLEAR on a cordless handset or press CLEAR on the telephone base to exit the caller ID history.
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Answering system operation
About the answering system
Answering system and voicemail
Your telephone has both a digital answering system and voicemail indication. Voicemail is offered by your telephone service provider
(fees may apply). Your telephone’s answering system and voicemail indication are independent features. Each alerts you to new messages differently. For more information on the voicemail indicators see page 28. To listen to your voicemail, you typically dial an access number provided by your telephone company, followed by a security code or PIN. To listen to messages recorded on your digital answering system, press
PLAY
/STOP
button on the telephone base.
If you subscribe to caller ID/call waiting service through your telephone service provider, you can use your telephone answering system and voicemail together. Set your answering system to answer calls at least two rings earlier than your voicemail is set to answer. For example, set your voicemail to answer calls after six rings and set you 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.
By doing this, 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.
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Answering system operation
About the answering system
The answering system can record up to 99 messages, depending on the length of each message. Individual messages can be up to four minutes long, and the total maximum recording time is 14 minutes. Messages will remain available for replay until you delete them.
If F is flashing in the message counter, memory is full. You will have to delete some messages before new ones can be recorded.
When there are new messages (including memos) on the answering system, the number of messages stored will flash in the message counter.
To play answering system messages, press
PLAY
/STOP.
Press VOLUME to adjust the playback volume when playing messages.
Voice prompts
The system provides voice prompts to guide you through setup.
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Answering system operation
NOTE: If the clock was not set when a message was recorded, the system will announce "Time and
day not set" before the message is played back.
Day & time announcement
To check day & time
You can press CLOCK when the system is idle to hear the current day and time.
If you subscribe to Caller ID service from your local telephone company, the time will automatically be set with every incoming call.
You must set the year so that the day of the week can be calculated from the Caller ID information.
If you do not hear the correct time, day and year, follow the steps below.
To set day & time
Before playing each message, the answering system announces the day and time the message was received.
Follow the steps below to set the year, time and day, so the day and time are correct. Each time you press SKIP or REPEAT, the year, hour, minute or day increases or decreases by one. Press and hold SKIP or REPEAT to increase or decrease the minutes or year by increments of ten.
When you hear the correct setting, press CLOCK to move to the next setting.
1. Press CLOCK, the system will announce the current clock setting, and then announce “To set
the clock, press
CLOCK.”
2. Press CLOCK, The system will announce the current year setting, and then announce “To
change the year, press SKIP or REPEAT, to change the hour, press
CLOCK.”
3. Press CLOCK, The system will announce the current hour setting, and then announce “To
change the hour, press
SKIP or REPEAT, to change the minute, press CLOCK.”
4.
Press CLOCK, The system will announce the current minute setting, and then announce “To
change the minutes, press
SKIP or REPEAT, to change the day, press CLOCK.”
5.
Press CLOCK, The system will announce the current day setting, and then announce “To
change the day, press SKIP or REPEAT, press
CLOCK when you are done.”
6.
Press CLOCK. The system announces the current clock setting.
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Answering system operation
Answering system mode
Unless you change it, the answering system will be on and ready to record messages. You can turn the answering system off, but if you do so, the answering system will not answer calls and record incoming messages.
To turn the answering system on or off:
• Press ANSWER ON to turn off your answering system. The system will announce
“Calls will not be answered” and then beep to confirm the system is off. The ANSWER ON light will be off.
• To turn the system back on, press
ANSWER
ON. The system will announce “Calls will
be answered” and then beep to confirm the system is on. The ANSWER ON light will be on.
NOTE: If the answering system is off, and there is an incoming call, the system will answer after 10 rings and announce to the caller “Please enter your remote
access code.” For more information about remote access, see pages 62-63.
Call screening at the telephone base
Call screening allows you to hear the announcement and the incoming message when a call comes in. You have to make sure the call screening feature (page 57) and the answering system are turned on, and telephone base volume is not off.
Call intercept
While you are screening a call, you can stop recording and speak to the caller by pressing
PHONE/
FLASH
or SPEAKER on the cordless handset, or by picking up the corded handset or pressing SPEAKER on the base.
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Answering system operation
Outgoing announcements
Outgoing announcements are the messages callers hear when calls are answered by the answering system.
The telephone has a prerecorded outgoing announcement: “Hello. Please leave a message
after the tone.” You can use this announcement, or replace it with your own recording.
To play your current outgoing announcement
1. Press ANNC. then you will hear
"Announcement. Press
PLAY or press
RECORD."
2. Press PLAY/STOP to hear the outgoing announcement, press again to replay the announcement.
Press
ANNC. at anytime to exit the announcement menu.
To record a new outgoing announcement
1. Press ANNC. You will hear "Announcement.
Press
PLAY or press RECORD."
2. Press RECORD and begin speaking after you hear "Record after the tone. Press
STOP when
you are done."
3. Speak facing the telephone base from approximately nine inches away.
4. Press
PLAY/
STOP when you are done.
Your recorded announcement will be played back.
To listen to the recorded announcement again, press
PLAY/
STOP.
To record a new announcement, press RECORD and follow the above steps. Press ANNC. at anytime to exit the announcement menu.
Elapsed time (in seconds) will be shown in the message window when recording. You can record an announcement up to 90 seconds long. An announcement shorter than two seconds long will not be recorded.
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Answering system operation
Outgoing announcements
To delete your outgoing announcement
1. Press ANNC. You will hear “Announcement.
Press PLAY or press RECORD."
2. Press
PLAY
/STOP
to begin playback.
3. Press DELETE during playback to delete your announcement, "Announcement deleted." will be announced.
Press
ANNC. to exit the announcement menu.
When your announcement is deleted, calls will be answered with the pre-set announcement described on page 53.
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Answering system operation
NOTE: To adjust the voice prompt volume, press
VOLUME
.
Answering system setup
You can change the number of rings, call screening status, remote access code and message alert tone.
To change the answering system setup:
1. Press SETUP repeatedly to hear the settings for different features.
2. When you hear the feature you want to change, press SKIP or REPEAT to change the setting.
• Number of rings - set the number of rings before the answering system answers an incoming call.
• Call screening - turn the call screening at the base feature on or off.
•
Remote access code - change the code required to access your answering system from another telephone.
• Message alert tone - set the message alert tone to
On
so that it will beep when you have a new answering system message.
3. Press SETUP to save your selection and move to the next menu option.
-OR-
Press
PLAY/
STOP to save your selection and exit the menu.
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Answering system operation
Answering system setup
Number of rings
You can set the answering system to answer an incoming call after two, four, or six rings. You can also select toll saver, which is explained below. Unless you change it, the answering system answers an incoming call after four rings.
To set the number of rings:
1. Press SETUP. The system will announce
"Number of rings," followed by the current setting, and then "To change the setting,
press SKIP or REPEAT; to continue setup, press
SETUP."
2. Press SKIP or REPEAT to change to two, four, or six rings, or toll saver.
• Toll saver - the answering system answers a call after two rings when there are new messages, and after four rings when there are no new messages. This allows you to check for new messages without paying for a toll call.
3. Press SETUP to save your selection and move to the next menu option.
-OR-
Press
PLAY/
STOP to save your selection and exit the menu.
NOTE: If you subscribe to caller ID/call waiting and voicemail service through your telephone service provider, you can use your telephone answering system and voicemail together. Set your answering system to answer calls at least two rings earlier than your voicemail is set to answer. For example, set your voicemail to answer calls after six rings and set you answering system to answer after four rings. By doing this, 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.
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Answering system setup
Call screening
You can turn the call screening feature on or off.
Unless you change it, the call screening feature is set to on.
To change the setting:
1. Press SETUP twice. The system will announce
“Call screening,” followed by the current setting, and then “To change the setting, press
SKIP or REPEAT; to continue setup, press
SETUP.”
2. Press SKIP or REPEAT to change between on and off.
3. Press
SETUP to save your selection and move to the next menu option.
-OR-
Press
PLAY/
STOP to save your selection and exit the menu.
Remote access code
To access your answering system remotely from any touch tone phone, you need to enter a twodigit number (10-99). Unless you change it, the remote access code is 19.
To change the remote access code:
1. Press SETUP three times. The system will announce "Remote access code," followed by the current setting, and then "To change the
setting, press SKIP or REPEAT; to continue setup, press SETUP."
2. Press SKIP or REPEAT to increase or decrease the remote access code number by one. Press and hold SKIP or REPEAT to increase or decrease the remote access code number by 10.
3. Press
SETUP to save your selection and move to the next menu option.
-OR-
Press
PLAY/
STOP to save your selection and exit the menu.
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Answering system operation
NOTE:
The message alert tone will beep only if all the conditions below are met:
Answering system is on.
Message alert tone setting is on.
There are new messages.
Answering system setup
Message alert tone
When the message alert tone is set to
On
, and there is at least one new message, the telephone base will beep every 10 seconds.
Unless you change it, the message alert tone is set to off.
To change the setting:
1. Press SETUP four times. The system will announce "Message alert tone," followed by the current setting, and then "To change the
setting, press SKIP or REPEAT; to continue setup, press SETUP."
2. Press SKIP or REPEAT to change between on and off.
3. Press
SETUP to save your selection and move to the next menu option.
-OR-
Press
PLAY/
STOP to save your selection and exit the menu.
Temporarily turning off the message alert tone
Pressing any telephone base key (except
HANDSET LOCATOR) will temporarily silence the message alert tone.
If you press DELETE in idle mode, there will be a voice prompt to direct you to press
DELETE
again to delete all old messages, and the message alert tone will be temporarily silenced.
The message alert tone will be re-activated with the next incoming message.
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Answering system operation
Message playback
Press
PLAY begins playback.
/STOP
to hear messages. The system announces the number of messages, then
If you have new messages, you will hear only the new messages (oldest first). If there are no new messages, the system will play back all messages (oldest first).
Before each message, you will hear the day and time it was received. After the last message, you will hear “End of messages.” If the system has less than five minutes of recording time left, you will hear the remaining time.
1. Press begins.
PLAY
/STOP
. Message playback
2. Press playback.
PLAY
/STOP
again to end message
Options during playback
When a message is playing, you can adjust the playback volume, skip, repeat, or delete the message.
When playing messages:
• Press VOLUME button to adjust the message playback volume.
• Press
SKIP
to skip to the next message.
• Press REPEAT to repeat the message. Press twice to hear the previous message.
• Press
DELETE
to delete the message.
• Press
PLAY/
STOP
to stop playback.
To delete all old messages
You can only delete old (reviewed) messages.
New messages must be played before you can delete them. Deleted messages cannot be retrieved again.
To delete all old messages:
1. Press DELETE when the telephone is in idle mode. The system will announce "To delete all
old messages, press
DELETE again."
2. Press DELETE again. The system will announce "All old messages deleted."
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Answering system operation
Microphone
Recording & playing 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 who uses the answering system.
To record a memo:
1 Press RECORD. The system will announce
“Record after the tone. Press
STOP when you
are done.”
The message counter will show the elapsed time (in seconds) as you record. You can record a memo up to four minutes long.
Memos less than one second long will not be saved.
2. Speak facing the MIC (microphone) at the bottom front of the telephone base from approximately nine inches away.
3. Press
PLAY/
STOP to stop recording.
The system will announce "Recorded" and a confirmation tone.
To play back a memo
Press
PLAY
/STOP
to hear messages and memos (see page 59 for other options).
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Answering system operation
Message counter
BASE
Message counter displays
The message counter usually displays the total number of answering system messages. See the table below for other message counter displays.
Message counter displays
0
0 (flashing)
No messages.
The clock needs to be set (page 51).
1-99
Total number of messages and memos, or message number currently playing.
1-99 (flashing)
Total number of messages and memos.
The number flashes when there are new
(un-reviewed) messages.
After a power failure, the number in the message counter will flash to indicate the clock needs to be set.
10-99
Current remote access code while setting (page 57).
1-99 (counting)
Elapsed time while recording a memo
(page 60) or announcement up to 90 seconds (page 53).
99 (flashing)
A memo recording is more than 99 seconds.
F (flashing)
Memory is full. Messages must be deleted before new messages can be recorded.
--
System is answering a call, being accessed remotely, or the clock is being set.
-- (flashing)
System is being setup, initialized or messages are being deleted.
02, 04, 06, tS Displayed while setting the number of rings (page 56).
1-8
Displayed for two seconds while telephone base speaker volume is being adjusted.
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NOTES:
1. If a valid remote access code is not entered, the call will be ended automatically.
2. If you pause for more than four seconds during remote access, you will hear a help menu listing all features and commands. If there is no command for another 20 seconds, the call will end automatically.
3. If you want to delete all your old messages remotely, you can press 3 twice in remote standby mode to delete them.
4. If memory is full, after 10 rings the answering system will answer and announce
"Memory is full, enter the
remote access code." Enter your remote access code for access to messages and announcements.
Remote access
You can access your answering system remotely by dialing your home telephone number from any touch-tone telephone.
To remotely access your answering system:
1. Dial your telephone number from any touchtone telephone.
2. When the system answers, enter the two digit remote access code (
19 is the default code, see page 57 to change it).
• If you have new messages, the system will
automatically announce the number of new
messages and then begin to play them.
3. You can also enter the following remote commands.
Remote commands
Command Description
1
2
Press to hear all messages.
Press to hear only new messages.
3
3 3
4
Press to delete the current message (during playback).
Press twice to delete all old messages
Press to repeat the current message (during playback).
4 4
5
* 5
6
Press twice to hear the previous message.
Press to stop any operation
(including recording).
Press to hear a list of remote commands.
Press to skip to the next message (during playback)
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Remote access
* 7
Press to record a new announcement.
0
Press to turn the answering system on or off.
8
Press to end remote access (the call will be terminated).
4. Hang up to end the call and save all undeleted messages.
Cut out the remote access wallet card at the back of this user’s manual for quick reference.
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Appendix A
Screen icons & alert tones
Screen icons & alert tones
HANDSET 1
25 MISSED CALLS
MUTE
NEW
10:21
AM
11/23
Screen icons
Speakerphone is in use.
New voicemail messages have been received.
Ringer off.
Microphone is muted.
Missed and un-reviewed calls.
Handset battery charging (animated display).
Low battery (flashing); place handset in charger to recharge.
Handset alert tones
Two short beeps
VOLUME keys are pressed when the volume is already at its highest or lowest setting.
Four short beeps
Low battery warning.
Two beeps
Confirmation tone
Out of range while the handset is on a call.
Command completed successfully.
BASE
1 MISSED CALL
10:01
AM
Screen icons
Ringer off.
Missed and un-reviewed calls.
Telephone base tones
Two short beeps
Confirmation tone
One beep every
10 seconds
VOLUME keys are pressed when the volume is already at its highest or lowest setting.
Command completed successfully.
Message alert.
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Appendix B
Indicator lights
Indicator lights
IN USE
• On when handset is in use, when the answering system is answering an incoming call or you are registering a handset.
•
•
Flashes when another telephone is in use on the same line, or you are deregistering a handset from the telephone base.
Flashes quickly when there is an incoming call.
VOICEMAIL
Flashes when you have new voicemail. Voicemail is a service offered by your local telephone company, and is different from answering system messages.
ANSWER ON
On when answering system is on and ready to receive calls.
CHARGE
On when the handset is charging in the charger.
Lighted display
Lighted dial pad
SPEAKER
On when speakerphone is in use.
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Appendix C
Telephone base and handset display screen messages
Screen display messages
PHONE The handset is in use.
ENDED
You have just ended a call.
CALL LOG EMPTY
You are accessing an empty caller ID history.
DIRECTORY EMPTY You are accessing an empty directory.
LIST FULL
The directory is full. No new entries can be saved.
MUTED
The microphone is muted.
SPEAKER
LOW BATTERY
CONNECTING ...
The handset speakerphone is in use.
The handset battery needs to be recharged.
INCOMING CALL There is a call coming in.
NEW VOICE MAIL There are new voicemail messages.
XX MISSED CALLS There are new calls in the caller ID log.
The handset has lost communication with the telephone base.
** PAGING **
The telephone base is paging handset(s).
HANDSET X
IS CALLING
Another handset is calling.
BASE
IS CALLING
LINE IN USE
The telephone base is calling.
An extension phone or one of the handsets is in use.
No telephone line is connected.
NO LINE
ALREADY SAVED The telephone number you have entered is already stored in the directory.
SAVED
The entry in the caller ID history is saved to the directory successfully.
PLACE IN
CHARGER
The handset battery is very low. The handset should be placed in the charger.
CHARGING
A handset with a low battery has been placed in the charger.
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Appendix C
Telephone base and handset display screen messages
Screen display messages
UNABLE TO CALL
TRY AGAIN
NOT AVAILABLE
AT THIS TIME
MICROPHONE ON
INTERCOM TO:
Failed intercom or conference call
(there are already two handsets being used).
Another system telephone is already using the directory or call log.
Mute has just been turned off so your voice is again being sent out.
You have started the intercom process, and need to enter the handset number you want to call.
INTERCOM ENDED
CALLING
HANDSET X
The intercom call has just been ended by you or the receiver of the call.
The handset is attempting to intercom with another handset.
CALLING BASE
The handset is attempting to intercom with the telephone base.
TRANSFER TO:
You have started transferring a call, and need to enter the desired handset number.
CALL TRANSFERED You have transferred an outside call to another handset.
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Appendix D
Adding and registering handsets
Your telephone can accommodate up to four cordless handsets. You can add new handsets (TL77008, sold separately) to the TL74108/TL74208/TL74308/
TL74408/TL74258/TL74358/TL74458 at any time, but each new handset must be registered with the telephone base before use. Each handset must be registered separately.
The handset provided with your TL74108 is automatically registered as handset 1. Additional handsets will be assigned numbers in the order they are registered (handset 2, handset 3, and handset 4). You can register a maximum of four handsets.
The TL74208/TL74258 has two handsets automatically registered as handset
1 and handset 2. You can register two additional handsets, which will be assigned as handset 3 and handset 4.
The TL74308/TL74358 has three handsets automatically registered as handset 1, handset 2 and handset 3. You can register one additional handset, which will be assigned as handset 4.
The TL74408/TL74458 has four pre-registered handsets, so you cannot register any additional handsets to it.
NOT REGISTERED
Handsets purchased separately need to be registered to the telephone base before use. When first purchased, all optional accessory handsets will show
NOT REGISTERED
on the screen. The new handset may need to be charged for five minutes before registering to the telephone base.
PRESS HNDST LOC
4 SEC ON BASE
PLEASE WAIT...
To register a handset to your telephone base
1. Place the unregistered handset into a charger. If
PRESS
HNDST LOC 4 SEC ON BASE
does not appear on the handset screen after a few seconds, remove the handset and place it in a charger again.
2. On the telephone base, press and hold
HANDSET
LOCATOR/INTERCOM
for about four seconds (until the red
IN USE
light on the telephone base turns on) and then release the button. The handset will show
PLEASE
WAIT...
and it will take about 10 seconds to complete the registration. The handset will show
HS X REGISTERED
and will beep if the registration is successful.
HANDSET X
REGISTERED
NOTES:
1. If the registration is not successful, the display will show
NOT
REGISTERED. To reset the handset, remove the handset from the charger and place it back in. Try the registration process again.
2. You cannot register a handset if any other system handset is in use.
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Replacing a handset
You may need to de-register your handsets if:
You have four registered handsets and need to replace a handset.
-OR-
You wish to change the designated handset number of your registered handsets.
You must first de-register ALL the handsets, and then re-register each handset you wish to use.
Please read carefully through all the instructions on this page before beginning the de-registration process.
To de-register all handsets
1. Press and hold HANDSET LOCATOR/INTERCOM on the telephone base for about 10 seconds (until the IN USE light turns on and starts to flash), then release the HANDSET LOCATOR/INTERCOM button.
2. Immediately press and release HANDSET LOCATOR/INTERCOM again. You must press HANDSET LOCATOR/INTERCOM while the IN USE light is still flashing. (The light flashes about seven seconds. If the light stops flashing, start again with step number one.)
3. The handset(s) will show CONNECTING... and it will take about 10 seconds to complete de-registration. ALL handsets will show NOT REGISTERED if de-registration was successful.
NOT REGISTERED
4. To re-register the handset(s) to the telephone base, follow the registration instructions on page 68
.
NOTES:
1. If the de-registration process was not successful, you may need to reset the system and try again.
To reset: pick up the handset and press the
PHONE/
FLASH
button, then press the
OFF/
CLEAR
button and place the handset back into the charger. You may also reset by unplugging the power from the telephone base and plugging it back in.
2. You cannot de-register the handset(s) if any other system handset is in use.
3. You will need to reset the system clock after de-registering handset(s), refer to page 51 for details.
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Appendix F
Maintenance
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Taking care of your telephone
• Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care.
Avoid rough treatment.
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 outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install the telephone base near a sink, bathtub or shower.
Electrical storms
• Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, take caution when using electric appliances during storms.
Cleaning your telephone
• 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 a mild soap.
• 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 unit out by the unplugged cords.
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Appendix G
Important safety information
This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear in this user’s manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock.
Safety information
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Read and understand all instructions in the user’s manual. Observe all markings on the product.
Avoid using a telephone during a thunderstorm. There may be a slight chance of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak. If you suspect a gas leak, report it immediately, but use a telephone away from the area where gas is leaking. If this product is a cordless model, make sure the telephone base is also away from the area.
Do not use this product near water, or when you are wet. For example, do not use it in a wet basement or shower, or next to a swimming pool, bathtub, kitchen sink, or laundry tub. Do not use liquids or aerosol sprays for cleaning. If the product comes in contact with any liquids, unplug any line or power cord immediately. Do not plug the product back in until it has dried thoroughly.
Install this product in a protected location where no one can trip over any line or power cords. Protect cords from damage or abrasion.
If this product does not operate normally, see the Troubleshooting section on pages 81-88
of this user’s manual. If you cannot solve the problem, or if the product is damaged, refer to the Limited warranty on pages 77-79. Do not open this product except as may be directed in your user’s manual. Opening the product or reassembling it incorrectly may expose you to hazardous voltages or other risks.
Replace batteries only as described in your user’s manual. Do not burn or puncture batteries — they contain caustic chemicals.
This power adapter is 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 or an under-the-table/cabinet outlet.
Caution: Use only the power adapter provided with this product. To obtain a replacement, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com
or call
1 (800)
222-3111
. In Canada dial
1 (866) 288-4268
.
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Important safety information
Especially 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 handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that your 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.
Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working electrical outlet which is not controlled by a wall switch.
Calls cannot be made from the handset if the telephone base is unplugged or switched off, or if the electrical power is interrupted.
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Potential TV interference: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to TVs 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 will often reduce or eliminate the interference.
Rechargeable batteries: This product contains either nickel-cadmium or nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit with conductive 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. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury.
The RBRC
™
Seal means that the manufacturer is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries when taken out of service within the United States. These batteries may be taken to a participating local retailer of replacement batteries or recycling center. Or you may call 1 (800) 8-BATTERY for locations accepting spent Ni-MH batteries.
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Appendix G
Important safety information
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.
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.
Especially about telephones answering systems
Two-way recording: This unit does not sound warning beeps to let the other party know that the call is being recorded. To ensure that you are in compliance with any federal or state regulations regarding recording a telephone call, you should start the recording process and then inform the other party that you are recording the conversation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Appendix H
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). 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.
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Appendix H
FCC Part 68 and ACTA
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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Appendix I
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:
• 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. If you choose to use a clipping device, please make sure to only use the supplied AT&T belt clip.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Appendix J
Limited warranty
The AT&T brand is used under license - any repair, replacement or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to: In the United
States of America, visit
www.telephones.att.com
or call
1 (800) 222-
3111
. In Canada, call
1 (866) 288-4268
.
1.
What does this limited warranty cover?
The manufacturer of this AT&T-branded 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.
2.
What will be done 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, the manufacturer’s authorized service representative will repair or replace at the manufacturer’s option, without charge, a materially defective PRODUCT. If the manufacturer repairs the PRODUCT, they may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If the manufacturer chooses to replace the PRODUCT, they may replace it with a new or refurbished PRODUCT of the same or similar design. The manufacturer will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement of the PRODUCT, at the manufacturer’s option, is your exclusive remedy. The manufacturer will return repaired or replacement products to you in working condition. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days.
3.
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 the manufacturer 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 limited warranty; whichever is longer.
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Limited warranty
4.
What is not covered by this limited warranty?
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This limited warranty does not cover:
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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
PRODUCT that has been damaged due to repair, alteration, or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of the manufacturer; or
PRODUCT to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or
PRODUCT to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-AT&T accessories; or
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PRODUCT whose warranty/quality stickers, PRODUCT serial number plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or
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
PRODUCT returned without valid proof of purchase (see item 6 below); -or-
Charges for installation or setup, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit.
5.
How do you get warranty service?
To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, visit
www.telephones.att.com
or call
1 (800) 222-3111
. In Canada, call
1 (866) 288-4268
. NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the user’s manual; a check of the PRODUCT 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.
The manufacturer will return repaired or replaced PRODUCT under this limited warranty to you. Transportation, delivery or handling charges are prepaid. The manufacturer 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, the manufacturer 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.
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Limited warranty
6.
What must you return with the PRODUCT to get warranty service? You must:
a.
b.
c.
Return the entire original package and contents including the PRODUCT to the service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; and
Include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the PRODUCT purchased (PRODUCT model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and
Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.
7.
Other limitations
This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and the manufacturer of this AT&T branded PRODUCT. It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this PRODUCT. The manufacturer provides no other warranties for this PRODUCT. The warranty exclusively describes all of the manufacturer’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 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 the manufacturer 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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Appendix K
Technical specifications
RF frequency band
(handset to telephone base)
RF frequency band
(telephone base to handset)
Channels
Operating temperature
Telephone base voltage
(AC voltage, 60Hz)
Telephone base voltage
(AC adapter output)
Handset voltage
Charger voltage
(AC adapter output)
Replacement handset battery
Base batteries
2400 MHz — 2483.5 MHz
5725 MHz — 5850 MHz
95
32°F — 122°F
0°C — 50°C
96 — 130 Vrms
9VDC @600mA
3.2 — 4.7 VDC 550mAh
9VDC @200mA
3.6V 600mAH
Three AAA alkaline
5.8 GHz digital spread spectrum frequency hopping technology
This technology digitally transmits your voice across multiple channels in both the 5.8GHz and 2.4GHz frequencies to provide enhanced range, ultimate sound clarity and advanced privacy against eavesdropping on your calls, while not interfering with wireless routers.
Telephone operating range
This cordless telephone operates within 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 construction of your home or office.
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Appendix L
Troubleshooting
If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For
Customer Service, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com
1 (800) 222–3111
. In Canada dial
1 (866) 288-4268
.
, or call
My phone doesn’t work at all
• Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in.
• Make sure that the battery connector is securely plugged into the cordless handset.
• Make sure the telephone line cord is securely and firmly plugged into the telephone base and the telephone wall jack.
• Charge the battery in the cordless handset for at least
16 hours. For optimum daily performance, return the cordless handset to its base when not in use.
I cannot get a dial tone
I cannot dial out minutes to charge the handset before it can resume display on the screen.
• Reset the telephone base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for approximately 15 seconds, then plug it back in. Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset and telephone base to reset.
• You may need to purchase a new handset battery, please refer to page 8 of this user’s manual.
• First try all the suggestions above.
• Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base.
You might have moved out of range.
• If the previous suggestions don’t work, disconnect the telephone base from the telephone jack and connect to a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, the problem is in your wiring or local service.
Contact your local telephone company.
• Your line cord might be malfunctioning. Try installing a new line cord.
• First try all the suggestions above.
• Make sure you have a dial tone before dialing. The cordless handset may take a second or two to find the telephone base and produce a dial tone. This is normal.
Wait an extra second before dialing.
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Appendix L
Troubleshooting
• Eliminate any background noise. Noise from a television, radio or other appliances may cause the phone to not dial out properly. If you cannot eliminate the background noise, first try muting the cordless handset before dialing, or dialing from another room in your home with less background noise.
• If the other phones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in your wiring or local service.
Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply).
My cordless handset isn’t performing normally
• Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone base. Plug the unit into a different, working electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
• Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base.
You might have moved out of range.
• Reset the telephone base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in.
Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset and telephone base to reset.
• Other electronic products can cause interference to your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: television sets, VCRs, or other cordless telephones.
Calls are cut off the backup base batteries,) and AC power returns, the call will be ended. Detach the AC power cord before making or answering calls to avoid this problem. Be sure to plug it back in when power is restored.
handset or on speakerphone mode, the call will be disconnected immediately. You can still make and receive calls with limited functions if backup batteries are installed (see page 5).
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Appendix L
Troubleshooting
CONNECTING...
displays on my cordless handset
• Ensure that the telephone base is powered up.
• Place the cordless handset in the telephone base for one minute to allow the cordless handset and base to resynchronize channels.
• Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base.
You might have moved out of range.
• Reset the telephone base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in.
Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset and telephone base to reset.
• Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: television sets, VCRs, or other cordless telephones.
• If there is no AC power, even if there are base batteries, you may see this display.
The batteries will not hold a charge
• If the cordless handset is in the charger and the charge light does not come on, refer to The charge light is off in this Troubleshooting guide.
• Charge the battery in the cordless handset for at least
16 hours. For optimum daily performance, return the cordless handset to its base when not in use.
I get noise, static, or weak signal even when I’m near the telephone base minutes to charge the handset before it can resume display on the screen.
• You may need to purchase a new handset battery, please refer to the Battery installation and charging section of this user’s manual.
• Your phone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to the Limited warranty section of this user’s manual for further instruction.
• If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital
Subscriber Line - DSL) through your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack (see page 6). The filter will prevent noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters.
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Appendix L
Troubleshooting
• You may be able to improve the performance of your cordless phone by installing your new telephone base as far as possible from any other existing cordless telephone system that may already be installed.
• Other electronic products can cause interference to your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away from the following electronic devices as possible: television sets, VCRs, or other cordless telephones.
• Do not install this phone near a microwave oven or on the same electrical outlet. You may experience decreased performance while the microwave oven is operating.
• If your phone is plugged in with a modem or a surge protector, plug the phone (or modem/surge protector) into a different location. If this doesn’t solve the problem, re-locate your phone or modem farther apart from one another, or use a different surge protector.
• Relocate your phone to a higher location. The phone will likely have better reception when not installed in a low area.
• If the other phones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in your wiring or local service.
Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply).
I hear other calls while using my phone
• Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone jack, and plug in a different telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company.
My cordless handset does not ring when I receive a call
• Make sure that the ringer is not turned off. Refer to the section(s) on ringer selection in this user’s manual.
• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged securely into the telephone base and the telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in.
• The cordless handset may be too far from the telephone base.
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Appendix L
Troubleshooting
• Charge the battery in the cordless handset for at least
16 hours. For optimum daily performance, return the cordless handset to its base when not in use.
• You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of them to ring simultaneously. Try unplugging some of the other phones.
• The layout of your home or office might be limiting the operating range. Try moving the telephone base to another location, preferably on an upper floor.
• If the other phones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in your wiring or local service.
Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply).
• Test a working phone at the phone jack. If another phone has the same problem, the problem is the phone jack. Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply).
• Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away as possible from electronic devices like television sets, VCRs, or other cordless telephones.
• Re-install the handset battery, and place cordless handset in the telephone base. Wait for the cordless handset to re-establish its connection with the telephone base. Allow up to one minute for this to take place.
• Your line cord might be malfunctioning. Try installing a new line cord.
My calls fade out or cut in and out while
I’m using my cordless handset
• Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away from the following electronic devices as possible: television sets, VCRs, or other cordless telephones.
• Do not install this phone near a microwave oven or on the same electrical outlet. You may experience decreased performance while the microwave oven is operating.
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Appendix L
Troubleshooting
• If your phone is plugged in with a modem or surge protector, plug the phone (or modem/surge protector) into a different location. If this doesn’t solve the problem, re-locate your phone or modem farther apart from one another, or use a different surge protector.
• Relocate your telephone base to a higher location. The phone will have better reception when not installed in a low area.
• If the other phones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in your wiring or local service.
Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply).
The charge light is off
• Make sure the power and line cords are plugged in correctly and securely.
• Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds, then plug it back in. Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset and telephone base to reset.
• Clean the cordless handset and telephone base charging contacts each month using a pencil eraser or cloth.
• Your phone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to the
Limited warranty section of this user’s manual for further instruction.
My caller ID isn’t working
• Caller ID is a subscription service. You must subscribe to this service from your local telephone company for this feature to work on your phone.
• If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital
Subscriber Line - DSL) through your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack (see page 6). The filter will prevent noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters.
• Your caller must be calling from an area that supports caller ID.
• Both you and your caller’s telephone companies must use caller ID compatible equipment.
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Appendix L
Troubleshooting
System does not receive caller ID when on a call
• Make sure you subscribe to caller ID with call waiting features services provided by your local telephone company. Caller ID features will work only if both you and the caller are in areas offering caller ID service, and if both telephone companies use compatible equipment.
Incomplete messages
• If a caller leaves a very long message, part of it may be lost when the system disconnects the call after four minutes.
• If the caller pauses for more than seven seconds, the system stops recording and disconnects the call.
• If the system’s memory becomes full during a message, the system stops recording and disconnects the call.
• If the caller's voice is very soft, the system may stop recording and disconnects the call.
Difficulty hearing messages
• Press VOLUME to increase speaker volume.
System does not answer after correct number of rings
• Make sure that the answering system is on (see page
52).
• If toll saver is activated, the number of rings changes to two when you have new messages stored (see page 56).
• If the memory is full or the system is off, the system will answer after 10 rings.
System announces “Time
and day not set.”
• You need to reset the answering system clock (page 51).
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Appendix L
Troubleshooting
System does not respond to remote commands
• Make sure to enter your remote access code correctly
(see pages 62-63).
• Make sure you are calling from a touch-tone phone.
When you dial a number, you should hear tones. If you hear clicks, the phone is not a touch-tone telephone and cannot activate the answering system.
• 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.
• There may be noise or interference on the phone line you are using. Press dial pad keys firmly.
System does not record message
• Make sure answering system is on (see page 52).
• Make sure the memory of the answering system is not full.
Outgoing announcement is not clear
• When you record your announcement, make sure you speak in a normal tone of voice, about nine inches from the telephone base.
• Make sure there is no background noise (TV, music, etc.) while you are recording.
Common cure for electronic equipment
If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, try putting the cordless handset in its base. If it does not seem to respond, do the following (in the order listed):
• Disconnect the power to the telephone base.
• Disconnect the cordless handset battery, and spare battery, if applicable.
• Wait a few minutes.
• Connect power to the telephone base.
• Re-install the handset battery, and place the cordless handset into the telephone base.
• Wait for the cordless handset to re-establish its connection with the telephone base. Allow up to one minute for this to take place.
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Index M
Index
A
AC adapter, 6, 7
Alert tones, 64
Answering calls, 15
Answering system, 49-63
Auto off, 15
B
Battery charging, 8
Battery installation, 8
Belt clip, 13
C
Call intercept, 52
Call screening, 52
Call transfer using intercom, 23-24
Call waiting, 18
Caller ID (CID), 43 add entries to phone directory, 48 delete entries, 48 dial entries, 47 review history, 46
Charger installation, 7
Clear voicemail indication, 28
D
Delete caller ID history entries, 48
Delete redial entries, 16
Dialing, from a caller ID record, 47 directory dialing, 41
Directory, 34 dial number, 41 edit entries, 41 name search, 40 new entries, 35-38
Display dial, 41
DSL, 3, 6
E
Elapsed time, 14
Ending calls, 14, 15
F
Flash (switchhook flash), 18
89
H
Handset speakerphone, 15
Handset locator, 17
Handset settings, 25-29
Headset, 13
I
Intercom, 21-22
Incoming caller ID history, 44
Incoming calls, answering, 15
Indicator lights, 65
L
Language, 27, 33
Last number redial, 16
M
Making calls, 14
Memory match, 45
Missed calls indicator, 45
Mute, 19
N
Names, enter into directory, 36, 38 search for, 40
O
On-hook dialing, 14
Q
Quick reference guide, 1-2
R
Receiving calls, 15
Recharging, 8
Redial, 16
Remote access, 62-63
Review caller ID history, 46
Ring silencing, 29
Ringer tone options, 26, 32
Ringer volume, 26, 31
S
Search for names, 40
Speakerphone, 15
Switchhook flash, 18
Index M
Index
T
Technical specifications, 80
Telephone base installation, 6
Telephone base settings, 30-33
Telephone operating range, 80
Troubleshooting, 81-88
V
Voicemail, 28, 33, 49
Voicemail waiting indicator, 28
Voice prompts, 50
Volume controls,
Base ringer, 31
Handset ringer, 26
Listening, 18
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Remote access wallet card
Use the wallet card below to help you remember commands to control your answering system from any touch tone telephone.
Cut along dotted line.
Fold here.
Call your phone number, then enter your two-digit access code
(preset to 19).
Action Remote command
Play all messages ..................
1
Play new messages ...............
2
Delete the message ..............
3
Delete all old messages .....
33
Repeat or go back .................
4
Stop ...............................................
5
Help menu .................................
*5
Skip the message ...................
6
Record announcement ........
*7
Turn system off or on
........
End remote access call ......
0
8
(or hang up)
Model name: TL74108/TL74208/TL74308/TL74408/
TL74258/TL74358/TL74458
Type: 5.8 GHz corded/cordless telephone answering system with caller ID/call waiting
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