RCA Model 27977 User's Manual
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1. NOTE It is important that you format CID records correctly before storing in memory It is not possible to re format CID records stored in memory 1 Use the or a button to scroll to the desired record 2 Press the memory button 3 Press the desired memory location Example press the number 1 key to store the record in memory location 1 4 The display shows RING TONE 5 Use the or a button or the touch tone pad to select one of six ring tones NOTE The selected ring tone is generated if the Caller ID information matches the memory location 6 Press memory to save the number and the display shows ANIMATION 7 Use or a button or the touch tone pad to select one of five animations or to turn off the animation The current animation shows on the first line of the display 8 Press memory to save the selected animation for this memory location You will hear a confirmation tone To replace a CID record stored in a memory location with a new CID record 1 Repeat steps 1 through 3 2 Press the memory button and REPLACE MEMO shows in the display 3 Press tone exit to exit or press memory again and the new CID record replaces the old CID record in that memory location You will hear a confirmation tone DELETING THE CURRENT CID RECORD 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Use the v or a button to display the desired CID record 3 Press ch delete The display shows DELETE 42. Ensure the headset is correctly plugged into the dialing pad e Make sure base is not plugged into an outlet with another household appliance Unit beeps e Place dialing pad in base for 20 seconds to reset the security code If that doesn t work charge battery for 12 hours e Clean charging contacts on dialing pad and base with a soft cotton cloth e See solutions for No dial tone e Replace the battery Memory Dialing e Did you program the memory location keys correctly e Did you follow proper dialing sequence e Make sure the tone pulse setting is programmed correctly e Did you reprogram numbers into memory after power outage or battery replacement The CHARGE IN USE indicator on the base flashes e Make sure the battery is installed correctly in dial pad e Provided your phone company offers voice messaging service and you subscribe to it the CHARGE IN USE indicator on the base flashes when the phone is not in use to indicate there is a message waiting It stops flashing after the message has been reviewed TELEPHONE NETWORK INFORMATION Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network the telephone company where practicable may notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances warrant such action the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately The telep
3. Press tone exit to exit or press ch delete again to erase the record You will hear a confirmation tone The display shows DELETED Then the next CID record shows in the display DELETING ALL RECORDS 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Use the v or a button to display any CID record 3 Press and hold ch delete button until the unit beeps and DELETE ALL shows in the display 4 Press tone exit to exit or press ch delete again to erase all records You will hear a confirmation tone and the display shows NO CALLS DIALING A CALLER ID NUMBER 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Use the v or a button to display the desired CID record 3 Press TALK CALLBACK button The number dials automatically CHANGING THE CID NUMBER FORMAT The format button lets you change the format of the displayed CID number The available formats are as follows 7 digit 7 digit telephone number 10 digit 3 digit area code 7 digit telephone number 11 digit long distance code 1 3 digit area code 7 digit telephone number 1 Use the or a button to scroll to the number you want to call back 2 If the number will not dial as shown press the format button Repeat if necessary until the correct number of digits are shown 3 Press TALK CALLBACK button The number dials automatically MEMORY Store up to 10 24 digit numbers in memory for quick dialing This memory feature is in addition to t
4. and used in accordance with instructions contained in this manual Reasonable protection against such interference is ensured although there is no guarantee this will not occur in a given installation If interference is suspected and verified by switching this equipment on and off the user is encouraged ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc 2004 ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc Trademark s Registered Model 27977 Marque s d pos e s 55925270 Rev 1 CAN E 04 31 Printed in China to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient the radio television receiver s antenna relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver plug the equipment and receiver into separate circuit outlets The user may also wish to consult a qualified radio television technician for additional suggestions This equipment has been fully tested and complies with all limits for Class B computing devices pursuant to part 15 FCC Rules and Regulations This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device HEARING Arp ComraTBILITY HAC This telephone system meets FCC Industry Canada standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility INTRODUCTION CAUTION When using telephone equipment there are basic safe
5. it detects anything other than valid Caller ID information during the silent period after the first ring This message indicates the presence of noise on the line TELEPHONE SOLUTIONS No dial tone e Check installation Make sure the base power cord connected to a working outlet Make sure the telephone line cord connected to the base unit and the wall jack e Ensure the headset is correctly plugged into the dialing pad e The dialing pad may be out of range of the base Move closer to the base e Disconnect the base from the wall jack and connect another phone to the same jack If there is no dial tone in the second phone the problem might be your wiring or local service e Make sure the battery is properly charged 12 hours e Make sure the battery pack installed correctly e Did the dialing pad beep when you pressed the TALK CALLBACK button Did the display indicator turn on The battery may need to be charged Dial tone is OK but can t dial out e Make sure the tone pulse setting is programmed correctly Unit does not ring e Make sure the RINGER switch on the dialing pad is turned to ON e You may have too many extension phones on your line Try unplugging some phones e See solutions for No dial tone You experience static noise or fading in and out e Change channels e The dialing pad may be out of range of the base Move closer to the base e Relocate the base e Charge battery e
6. 27977 40 Channel 2 4 GHz Cordless Call Waiting Caller ID Compatible Headset Telephone User s Guide We bring good things to life IMPORTANT INFORMATION NOTICE This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications The equipment must be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe systems if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas CAUTION Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate NOTES This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company INTERFERENCE INFORMATION This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy which may interfere with residential radio and television reception if not properly installed
7. 4 Press the memory button and REPLACE MEMO shows in the display 5 Press tone exit to exit or press the memory button again and the new redial number replaces the old redial number in that memory location You will hear a confirmation tone DIALING A STORED NUMBER 1 Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK CALLBACK button Press memory button Press the number 0 9 for the desired memory location The number dials automatically OR 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not inTALK mode Press memory button Use the or a button to scroll through the numbers stored in memory until the desired number is shown 4 Press TALK CALLBACK The numbers dial automatically IMPORTANT If you make test calls to emergency numbers stored in memory remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call to the dispatcher Also it s a good idea to make these calls in off peak hours such as early morning or late evening INSERTING A PAUSE IN THE DIALING SEQUENCE When storing information in memory press the pause button twice within one second to insert a delay in the dialing sequence of a stored telephone number when a pause is needed to wait for a dial tone for example after you dial 9 for an outside line or to wait for a computer access tone PAUSE shows on the display as a P Each pause counts as 1 digit in the dialing sequence REVIEWING AND DELETING STORED NUMBERS 1 Press memory then use th
8. 9 power supply that came with this unit Using other power supplies may damage the unit 1 CAUTION Use only the ATLINKS USA Inc Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior to first use If you don t properly charge the phone battery performance is compromised NOTE DO NOT connect the telephone line to the modular jack until the phone has charged for 12 hours CONNECTING THE TELEPHONE LINE 1 Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the bottom of the base and into a modular jack 2 Set the RINGER switch on the dialing pad to ON and place the dialing pad in the base NOTE The phone automatically defaults to touch tone dialing To change to pulse rotary dialing see Tone Pulse Dialing Selection If you don t know which type of service you have check with your local telephone company INSTALLING THE INTERCHANGEABLE COVER This phone comes with interchangeable colored covers for the handset headset and base Choose among four color sets one set installed to suit your personal preference CHANGING THE HANDSET COVER 1 Carefully remove the existing handset cover by prying up the notch at the bottom of the cover 2 Reattach new cover by snapping the upper portion of the cover into position first and then snap the lower portion into place CHANGING THE BASE COVER 1 Carefully remove the existing base cover by prying up the notch at the top back edge of the cover 2 Align the new bas
9. OM WIRE BLACK WIRE CHARGE FOR 12 HOURS BELT CLIP Attach the belt clip by inserting the sides of the belt clip into the slots on each side of the dialing pad Snap the ends of the belt CF clip into place Slots for belt clips CONNECTING THE HEADSET TO THE DIALING Pap 1 For hands free conversation connect the headset to the HEADSET jack as shown 2 Adjust the headset to rest comfortably at the back of your head and over your ears Move the microphone to approximately 2 to 3 inches from your mouth CAUTION 1 Do not twist the headset cord Handle the headset properly and carefully Always have the headset plugged into the dialing pad Whenever you make or receive a call the headset should be plugged into the dialing pad and you must use the headset to listen and talk Place the dialing pad on the base NOTE The phone will ring while the dialing pad is in the charge cradle but you cannot answer a call while it is there TIP To order a new headset please refer to the accessory order form at the end of this user s guide CONNECTING THE AC ELECTRICAL POWER NOTE The dialing pad is charged facing up only Plug the power supply into the power jack on the back of the base and the other end into an electrical outlet The CHARGE IN USE indicator turns on verifying the battery is charging If the dialing pad is not in the cradle the CHARGE IN USE indicator is not lit 5 263
10. UCT i THE PRODUCT PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM BACK OF PRODUCT DIALING Pan AND BASE LAYOUT display TALK CALLBACK button CID VOL button CID VOL button redial button format mute button tone exit button pause button ch delete button flash program button memory button charge in use page button BEFORE YOU BEGIN PARTS CHECKLIST Make sure your package includes the items shown here cover i W y N N E AC power supply Telephone Belt Clip Battery line cord TELEPHONE JACK REQUIREMENTS To use this phone you need an RJ11C Wall plate CA11A type modular telephone jack gt which might look like the one pictured here installed in your home If you don t have a modular jack call your Telephone local phone company to find out how line jack to get one installed INSTALLATION e Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm e Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations e Never touch non insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface e Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines e Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phone such as faxes other phones or modems IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES e Install telephone near both a telephone modular ja
11. a number that has been blocked from transmission BLOCKED NAME The person s name is blocked from transmission REPT Repeat call message Indicates that a new call from the same number was received more than once NO DATA No Caller ID information was received EMPTY Indicates a memory location is vacant NO CALLS Indicates no CID records have been stored MESSAGE WAITING MSG WAITING OFF Indicates a message is available Indicates a message is deactivated PRESS TALK KEY Prompt indicating the Caller ID number is a direct dial number DDN that can not be formatted UNABLE TO DIAL Indicates the Calling number is incomplete and can not be dialed out DIALING Pap SOUND SIGNALS Signal Meaning A long warbling tone Signals an incoming call with ringer on Two long beeps Confirmation Tone One short and one long beep Page signal One short beep Low battery warning every seven seconds Three short beeps Error Tone TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS CALLER ID SOLUTIONS No Display e Ensure the battery is fully charged Try replacing the battery Make sure the battery is properly installed and connected e If you are using AC power make sure that the unit is connected to a non switched electrical outlet Disconnect the unit from the plug and plug it in again e You must subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service to receive Caller ID information Caller ID Error Message e The unit displays this message if
12. cally returns to pulse rotary dialing mode Exit Press the tone exit button to cancel any command you initiated FINDING THE DIALING PAD This feature helps to locate a misplaced dialing pad Press the page button on the base The dialing pad beeps continuously for about two minutes or until you press any button on the dialing pad You may also press page to cancel r does not have to be ON for this feature RINGER SwITCH The RINGER switch must be ON for the dialing pad to ring during incoming calls VOLUME While the phone is ON press the a or buttons to control the headset volume There are four volume levels Press the button to increase the volume level and press the button to decrease it The volume level shows in the display VOL 1 is the lowest level and VOL 4 is the loudest CALL TIMER While you are talking on the phone the total talk time is displayed on the bottom line of the display CALLER ID CID FEATURES Time Date New call 128 ru 10 20 rer 3 317 555 1234 Caller ID phone number Caller ID name This unit receives and displays Caller ID information transmitted by your local phone company This information may include the phone number date and time or the name phone number date and time The unit stores up to 40 calls for later review CALL WAITING CALLER ID Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company you may see in the display who
13. ck and an electrical power outlet e Avoid sources of noise such as a window by a busy street and electrical noise such motors microwave ovens and fluorescent lighting e Avoid heat sources such as heating air ducts heating appliances radiators and direct sunlight e Avoid areas of excessive moisture or extremely low temperature e Avoid dusty locations e Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers INSTALLATION NOTE Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs microwave ovens and VCRs To minimize or prevent such interference the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV microwave ovens or VCR If such interference continues move the cordless telephone farther away from these appliances DIGITAL SECURITY SYSTEM Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to provide protection against false ringing unauthorized access and charges to your phone line When you place the dialing pad in the base the unit verifies its security code After a power outage or battery replacement you should place the dialing pad in the base for about 20 seconds to reset the code CONNECTING THE BATTERY 1 Plug the battery cord into the jack located inside the battery compartment of the dial pad 2 Put the battery compartment door on to the dial pad PRIOR TO USE CONNECT BATTERY AND INSTALL COVER BATTERY TS DOWN RED T
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15. during the warranty period either 1 Return it to the selling dealer with proof of purchase for replacement OR 2 Remove the batteries where applicable and pack product complete with accessories in the original carton or equivalent Mail prepaid with proof of purchase and insured to ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc c o Thomson multimedia Ltd 6200 Edwards Boulevard Mississauga Ontario Canada L5T 2V7 The provisions of this written warranty are in addition to and not a modification of or subtraction from the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation and to the extent that any such provisions purport to disclaim exclude or limit any such statutory warranties and other rights and remedies such provisions shall be deemed to be amended to the extent necessary to comply therewith If you are unable to find a qualified servicer for out of warranty service you may write to ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc c oThomson Inc PO Box 0944 Indianapolis Indiana U S A 46206 0944 Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference This information is required if service is needed during the warranty period PURCHASE DATE NAME OF STORE ACCESSORY INFORMATION DESCRIPTION MODELNO PRICE Bonon f sma e Headset 2542 e Repacenentatey sa Powersa S Yellow 52643Y Put To place order have your Visa MasterCar
16. e or a button to view the entry 2 While the entry is displayed press the ch delete button to delete the entry The display shows DELETE 3 Press tone exit to exit or press ch delete again to delete the entry DELETED shows in the display CHAIN DIALING FROM MEMORY Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers such as using a calling card for a frequently called long distance number Each part of the sequence is dialed from memory The following example shows how you can use chain dialing to make a call through a long distance service The Number For Memory Location Long distance access number 7 Authorization code 8 Frequently called long distance number 9 1 Make sure the phone is ON 2 Press memory and then press 7 3 When you hear the access tone press memory again and then press 8 4 Atthe next access tone press memory and then 9 TIP Wait for the access tones between pressing the memory button or your call might no CHANGING THE BATTERY Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery 1 Remove the battery compartment door 2 Disconnect the battery plug from the jack in the dialing pad and remove the battery pack 3 Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord into the jack inside the dialing pad 4 Put the battery compartment door back on 5 Place dialing pad in the base to charge Allow the battery to properly charge for 12 hours prior to fi
17. e cover and snap it securely into place CHANGING THE HEADSET COVER 1 Carefully remove the existing headset cover by prying up the notch on the cover 2 Align the new headset cover and snap it securely into place NOTE The phone automatically defaults to touch tone dialing To change to pulse rotary dialing see Tone Pulse Dialing If you don t know which type of service you have check with your local telephone company SET Up There are eight programmable menus available Language Area Code Tone Pulse Set Animation Animation Select Dancing Keypad Ringer Tone and Default Setting LANGUAGE SETTING SELECTION 1 Press the flash program button until gt ENG FRA ESP shows in the display ENG English is the default setting 2 Use the v or a button to scroll to your selection 3 Press flash program to store selection AREA CODE SELECTION 1 Press the flash program button until AREA CODE shows in the display is the default setting 2 Use the number pad to enter your three digit area code NOTE If you make a mistake the ch delete button to erase the wrong area code and repeat step 2 3 Press flash program to store selection TONE PULSE DIALING SELECTION 1 Press the flash program button until gt TONE PULSE shows in the display TONE is the default setting 2 Use the or a button to move the arrow to TONE or PULSE 3 Press flash program to store selection ANIMATION Th
18. h must be a 10 digit number including area code This usually occurs after the first ring The current ring tone is generated by a buzzer 10 Press memory to save the number and the display shows ANIMATION 11 Use the or a button or the touch tone pad to select one of five animations or to turn off the animation The current animation shows on the first line of the display NOTE Remember to press flash program set animation as KNOWN CALLERS or ALL CALLS and the selected animation will show in the display if the Caller ID number exactly matches the memory location 12 Press memory to save the selected animation for this memory location You will hear a confirmation tone CHANGING A STORED NUMBER 1 Repeat steps 1 through 10 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory 2 Press the memory button and REPLACE MEMO shows in the display 3 Press tone exit to exit or press the memory button to store the number You will hear a confirmation tone STORING A REDIAL NUMBER 1 Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory 2 Press the redial button 3 Repeat steps 8 through 12 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory To replace an old redial number with a new redial number 1 Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory 2 Press the redial button and the redial number will be shown on the display 3 Repeat steps 8 through 11 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory
19. he 40 Caller ID records that can be stored in the Caller ID memory log STORING A NAME AND NUMBER IN MEMORY Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode Press the memory button Press the desired memory location 0 through 9 Rene Press the memory button again The display shows ENTER NAME up to 15 characters 5 Use the number pad to enter the name up to 15 characters For example to enter the name Bill Smith press the two key twice for the letter B press the four key three times for the letter I and press the five key three times for the letter L After one second press the five key three times again for the second letter L and press the one key to insert a space between the letter L and S Press the seven key four times for the letter S press the six key once for the letter M press the four key three times for the letter press the eight key once for the letter T and press the four key twice for the letter H NOTE If you enter a wrong letter press ch delete button to backspace 6 Press the memory button to save the name The display shows ENTER TEL NUMBR 7 Use the number pad to enter the telephone number you want to store up to 24 digits 8 Press memory to save the number and the display shows RINGTONE gt 1 9 Use the or a button or the touch tone pad to select one of six ring tones NOTE The selected ring tone is generated if the Caller ID information matches the memory location whic
20. hone company may make changes in its communications facilities equipment operations or procedures where such action is required in the operation of its business If these changes are expected to affect the use or performance of your telephone equipment the telephone company will likely give you adequate notice to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service Notice must be given to the telephone company upon termination of your telephone from your line REN NuMBER On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating among other information the Ringer Equivalence Number REN for the equipment The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is called In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5 To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as determined by the REN you should contact your local telephone company SERVICE ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc warrants to the purchaser or gift recipient that if any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this product within 1 year from the original date of purchase it will be replaced free of charge including return transportation This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accidents misuse or leaking batteries Should your product not perform properly
21. is calling when you hear the call waiting beep The caller identification information appears in the display after you hear the tone e Press the flash program button to put the current person on hold so that you can answer the incoming call IMPORTANT In order to use all of the features of this unit you must subscribe to either the standard Name Number Caller ID Service or Call Waiting Caller ID Service To know who is calling while you are on the phone you must subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID Service RECEIVING AND STORING CID RECORDS When you receive a call the information is transmitted by the phone company to your Caller ID telephone between the first and second ring When the units Caller ID memory is full a new call record automatically replaces the oldest call record in memory NEW appears in the display for calls received that have not been reviewed REPT indicates that a new call from the same number was received more than once eck with your local phone company regarding name Service ava y REVIEWING CID REcorps As calls are received and stored the display is updated to let you know how many calls have been received e Press the button to scroll through the call records from the most recent to the oldest e Press the button to scroll through the call records from the oldest to the newest TRANSFERRING CID RECORDS TO MEMORY You may transfer a Caller ID record to your phone s memory
22. is setting lets you choose the animation that shows in the display when the handset rings Choices are KNOWN CALLERS refer to Storing a Name and Number in Memory for selection ALL CALLS and OFF 1 Press the flash program button until SETUP ANIMATION shows in the display KNOWN CALLERS is the default setting 2 Use the or a button to select KNOWN CALLERS ALL CALLS or OFF 3 Press flash program to save ANIMATION SELECTION This setting lets you select one of five display animations 1 Press the flash program button until ANIMATION shows in the display ANIMATION 1 is the default setting 2 Use the or a button or the touch tone pad to make your selection The current animation is displayed on the first line of the display 3 Press flash program to save DANCING KEYPAD Your touch tone pad is pre programmed to dance when alert tones are activated 1 Press the flash program button until DANCING KEYPAD shows in the display ON is the default setting 2 Use the or a button to choose ON or OFF 3 Press flash program to save RINGERTONE SELECTION 1 Press the flash program button until RINGER TONE shows in the display RINGER TONE 1 is the default setting 2 Use the or a button or the touch tone to choose a ringer tone 3 Press flash program to save DEFAULT SETTING SELECTION 1 Press the flash program button until DEFAULT shows in the display NO is the default setting 2 Use the or a butt
23. lower floor of the house e Base is plugged into an AC outlet with other electronic devices e Baby monitor is using the same frequency e Battery is low e You re out of range of the base e The headset is not plugged in correctly DISPLAY MESSAGES The following indicators show the status of a message or of the unit INCOMPLETE DATA Caller information has been interrupted during transmission or the phone line is excessively noisy ENTER NAME Prompt telling you to enter the name for one of the 10 memory locations ENTERTEL NUMBR Prompt telling you to enter the telephone number for one of the 10 memory locations DELETE Prompt asking if you want to erase Caller ID records or one of the 10 numbers stored in the phone s outgoing memory DELETE ALL Prompt asking if you want to erase all Caller ID records DELETED Prompt confirming the Caller ID Memory record is erased END OF LIST Indicates that there is no additional information in Caller ID memory NEW Indicates call or calls have not been reviewed MUTE ON Indicates that the mute function is activated the far end party cannot hear your voice but you can hear his her Press format mute button again to deactivate the mute UNKNOWN NAME The incoming call is from CALLER NUMBER an area not serviced by Caller ID or the information was not sent PAGING Someone has pressed the page button on the base BLOCKED CALL The person is calling from
24. on or the number pad to move the arrow to gt NO or YES If you choose NO the current settings remain If you choose YES the unit resets to the factory default 3 Press flash program to confirm TELEPHONE OPERATION MAKING OR ANSWERING CALLS NOTE The dialing pad is disabled when it is in the base charging cradle You must remove the dialing pad from the base to make or answer a call Placing the dialing pad in the base during a phone call hangs up the phone Always keep the headset plugged into the dialing pad You must use the headset to listen and talk Press the TALK CALLBACK button on the dialing pad to get a dial tone to answer a call or to hang up Or dial the telephone number first and then press the TALK CALLBACK button MUTE To have a private off line conversation use the mute feature The party on the telephone line will not hear you but you can still hear them 1 Press the format mute button on the handset MUTE ON shows in the display 2 Press the format mute button again to cancel mute and return to your phone conversation REDIAL While the phone is on press the redial button to redial the last number you dialed up to 32 digits If you get a busy signal and want to keep dialing the number just press redial again you don t have to turn the phone off and back on FLASH Use the flash program button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting or call transfer which a
25. re available through your local phone company TIP Don t use the TALK CALLBACK button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting or you ll hang up the phone IN USE INDICATOR LIGHT The CHARGE IN USE indicator is lit when the dialing pad is charging in the cradle on the base or when the phone is ON It flashes when you receive an incoming call when the PAGE button is pressed or if the battery is not installed in the battery compartment of the dial pad CHANNEL BUTTON While talking you might need to manually change the channel in order to get rid of static Press and release the ch delete button to advance to the next channel TEMPORARY TONE DIALING This feature is useful only if you use pulse dialing service Temporary tone dialing enables pulse rotary service phone users to access touch tone services offered by banks credit card companies etc For example when you call your bank you may need to enter your account number Using the temporary tone feature allows you to temporarily switch to touch tone mode so you can enter and send your number 1 Dial the telephone number and wait for the line to connect 2 When your call is answered press the tone exit button on the dialing pad to temporarily change from pulse dialing to tone dialing 3 Follow the automated instructions to get the information you need 4 To hang up press the TALK CALLBACK button on the dialing pad and the phone automati
26. rst use or when you install a new battery pack If you do not properly charge the phone battery performance will be compromised CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury use only the battery 5 2522 BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS e Do not burn disassemble mutilate or puncture Like other batteries of this type toxic materials could be released which can cause injury e To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury use only the battery listed in the User s Guide e Keep batteries out of the reach of children e Remove batteries if storing over 30 days GENERAL PRODUCT CARE To keep your telephone working and looking good follow these guidelines e Avoid putting the phone near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise for example motors or fluorescent lamps e DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture e Avoid dropping and other rough treatment to the phone e Clean with a soft cloth e Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damage the finish e Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a later date CAUSES OF PoOR RECEPTION e Aluminum siding e Foil backing on insulation e Heating ducts and other metal construction can shield radio signals e You re too close to appliances such as microwaves stoves computers etc e Atmospheric conditions such as strong storms e Base is installed in the basement or
27. ty instructions that should always be followed Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future reference Your Caller ID phone stores and displays specific information provided by your local telephone company to subscribers of Caller ID or similar caller identification services Your Call Waiting Caller ID phone enables you to e Identify callers before you answer the phone e View the time and date of each incoming call e Record up to 40 Caller ID messages sequentially e Know who called while you were away To get the most from your new phone we suggest that you take a few minutes right now to read through this user s guide IMPORTANT In order to use all of the features of this phone you must subscribe to either the standard Name Number Caller ID Service or Call Waiting Caller ID Service To know who is calling while you are on the phone you must subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID Service IMPORTANT Because cordless phones operate on electricity you should have at least one phone in your home that isn t cordless in case the power in your home goes out CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK THE LIGHTNING CAUTION TO REDUCE THE THE EXCLAMATION j DO POINT WITHIN THE WARNING TO NOT REMOVE COVER ION TRIANGLE ISA PREVENT FIRE OR BACK NO USER WARNING SIGN ELECTRICAL SHOCK SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE ALERTING YOU OF HAZARD DO NOT a RC CE SIL EXPOSETHIS THE PROD
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