British Telecom Freestyle 710
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1. mm Getting to know your phone Menu OK In standby press to open the main menu Press to select menu options displayed UP Redial on side of handset In standby press to open and scroll through the Redial list page 18 In talk mode press to adjust volume page 17 In menu mode press to scroll up through the options Use to scroll up through the phonebook When entering text press to move the cursor left DOWN Calls on side of handset In standby press to open and scroll through the Calls list page 37 In talk mode press to adjust volume page 17 In menu mode press to scroll down through the options Use to scroll down through the phonebook When entering text press to move the cursor right End call Handset Off or On Press to end a call In standby press and hold to switch the handset off on page 15 In menu mode press to return to standby Lock Press and hold to lock unlock the keypad page 20 When entering text press to switch between upper and lower case letters Intercom Use to make internal calls between handsets page 45 Getting to know your phone yI Handset display _ n ee m Battery level Full Flashing one bar low Handset name number HSET 1 Time os a 12 Getting to know your phone Base Find Press to ring all registered handsets helpful for finding a missing handset page 21 Also used during the registration process page 42. This equipment complies with the essential requirements for the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC Declaration of Conformance Hereby VTech declares that this BT Freestyle 710 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC If you would like a copy of the Declaration of Conformance please email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com y problems p e call tne Helpline on Fre phone 0800 218 2182 or er Connecting to a switchboard This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to the public telephone network and compatible switchboards which support tone and pulse dialling and timed break recall If in doubt please consult your service provider Inserting a pause With some switchboards after dialling the access code you may have to wait for a moment while the switchboard picks up an outside line so you will need to enter a pause in the dialing sequence Press and hold 0 to insert a pause P before entering the telephone number You may also need to enter a pause when storing international numbers or charge card numbers Recall You may need to use the recall function if you are connected to a switchboard PBX Private Branch Exchange contact your PBX supplier for further information The recall function is set to timed break recall and is also used for BT Calling Feature bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Office
3. pre registered to the base so once charged are ready for use The handset number is shown in the display Your BT Freestyle 710 is ready for use Getting started Using your BT Freestyle 710 ona Broadband line If this product is to be used on a broadband line then you must ensure that it is connected via an ADSL microfilter Using this product on a Broadband line without an ADSL microfilter may cause problems with this product and your Broadband service Additional BT ADSL microfilters can be purchased from www shop bt com If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 9 Handset buttons Back Clear Mute Delete numbers and characters When on a call press once to mute the handset and again to switch the handset microphone back on When in a menu press to cancel and return to previous menu level Phonebook Press to open the phonebook page 22 Talk Handsfree Press to make and receive calls In talk mode press to switch handsfree speaker on and off page 17 1 BT Helpline In standby press and hold to dial the BT Helpline 0800 218 2182 2 9 Store a speed dial number for each button When in standby press and hold to dial the stored number page 27 0 When storing an entry in the phonebook press and hold to enter a Pause page 22 Recall For use with switchboard PBX and BT Calling Features
4. 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Calls lists 39 New call alert on will cause the handset to beep when a missed call is received Calls list settings If you need to edit the number or name press Clear to delete any 1 Press g unwanted characters then enter new ones using the keypad 2 Press QED Scroll to Catescry and press QED 3 Press or amp to select All calls or Missed calls dJen call alert 4 Scroll Y to Hen call alert All calls will list answered and 5 Press GEEEEEED to select Cr or Cif missed calls in the Calls list Missed calls will only list 6 Press to save unanswered calls TA Press to return to the previous menu level When you turn the New call alert off you may need to clear all calls in the Calls list to stop the beep If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 40 Calls lists BW N Be Delete an entry Press 9 Press 8 or to scroll through the list to the entry you want Press QED Scroll to Delete and press QED Display shows Deleted Press amp to return to the previous menu level Delete entire Calls list Press Press QED Scroll to Delete all and press ED Press to confirm or to cancel Press to return to the previous menu level BT Network Services By selecting the BT Services menu you can access a range of useful pre stored numb
5. Secrecy mute 0c cece eee ee eee 17 Handstree a sccicecs eves seced es seeeews 17 Make a handsfree call 0005 17 Answer a call handsfree 05 18 Switch to handsfree during acall 18 Redial the last number called 18 Redial a number from the redial list 19 Save a number from the redial list to the phonebook 00eee0e 19 Delete a redial number 19 Delete all redial numbers 20 Keypad lock 63cisaces Sead edasas ranns 20 Find handset paging 21 Message amp Call inbox 6 21 Phonebook Store a name and number 22 VIEW ament 2 cssaccieenssedamenneaan 23 View phonebook capacity 23 Dialann Enty ss c05 9 4 0 owen se ayaa ceive 23 Edit a name and number 24 Copy an ENY eena e 24 Copy all entries 0 cc eee cece eens 25 Delete anentry cece cece e eee 25 Delete entire phonebook 26 Speed dial miriona e gee eacmmaee gee 27 To copy a Phonebook entry to a Speed dial 27 To delete a Speed dial 24 28 To edit a Speed dial 024 28 To dial using a Speed dial 29 In this guide Settings Handset ringtone e eee eeee 30 Handset ringer volume 005 30 Handset tones ceeeeeeee eens 31 Select base ccsached aseri adeausascs 31 AUTO SOMSWEM s 5 ncatsie vera
6. number if available or the caller s name if it need to press yg as well Auto answer r ON is the default setting See page 32 matches an entry in the phonebook 1 Press Gs Receive a call Call Waiting To switch your call waiting service on Providing you have subscribed to your network s Call Waiting or oii sgemage 4a service and it is switched on your BT Freestyle 710 will alert you to a second incoming call while you are already engaged on an external call 1 You will hear the call waiting tone and the display will show the number of the caller or the name if it matches an entry in your phonebook 2 Press GP to answer the new call and your first caller is put on hold 3 Press GJ to toggle between the two callers 4 Press uA to hang up the current call If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Earpiece handsfree volume During a call you can adjust the volume of the earpiece or loudspeaker There are 5 levels Press or to increase or decrease the volume Secrecy Mute During a call you can talk to someone nearby without your caller hearing Press B The display shows Hute on and your caller cannot hear you Press B again to return to your caller Handsfree Handsfree lets you talk to your caller without holding the handset It also enables other people in the room to listen to your conversation over
7. the telephone network We recommend that you contact BT s approved repair agent Helpdesk Solutions on 0870 240 5029 ora local qualified repairer Returning your phone If the Helpline is unable to remedy your problem they will ask you to return the product Where possible pack the product in its original packaging Please remember to include all parts including the line cords power supply units and the original batteries Please note that we cannot take responsibility for goods damaged in transit Please obtain and keep proof of posting from the Post Office For your records Date of purchase Place of purchase Serial number For guarantee purposes proof of purchase is required so please keep your receipt mail bt helpdesk vtecheurope com General information Technical information How many telephones can I have All items of telephone equipment have a Ringer Equivalence Number REN which is used to calculate the number of items which may be connected to any one telephone line Your BT Freestyle 710 has a REN of 1 A total REN of 4 is allowed If the total REN of 4 is exceeded the telephones may not ring With different telephone types there is no guarantee of ringing even when the REN is less than 4 Any additional handsets and chargers that you register have a REN of 0 R amp TTE This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to the public telephone network and compatible switchboards
8. 3 a Ip Power In Use Charging BT Freestyle Green Power light Red Charging light On power on On when the handset is on the base Flashes when the phone rings during a call during handset registration 300 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Getting to know your phone 13 Navigating the menus Up and Down buttons Press the and buttons on the side Your BT Freestyle 710 has an easy to use menu system of the handset to scroll through the menu options Each menu has a list of options which you can see on the menu map on the following page When the handset is switched on and in standby 1 Press QED to open the main menu 2 Then use or buttons to scroll through the available options If no buttons are pressed for 30 A z ds the handset reti t 3 Press the option button to select a menu option or the andy eel ee button to return to the previous screen To exit a menu and return to standby press od If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 14 Getting to know your phone Menu map Redial List Calls List Settings BT Services Delete Details H Set settings Dir enquiries Delete all Delete Base settings Divert on Call number Delete all Date Time Divert off Store number Call number Alarm Check divert Store number Call wait on Category Call wait off Chk call wait Empty Empty The following m
9. 3 seconds and then phonebook option Hew erties Once an entry has been stored the full menu is displayed You can store up to 50 names and numbers in the phonebook Names can be up to 8 characters long and numbers up to 24 digits Store a name and number From standby press HEID The phonebook menu is displayed When storing the first entry Hew entr is highlighted Press QED When storing further entries The phonebook list is displayed with the first entry highlighted Press QED Hew Entru is highlighted Press QD Enter the name Press and enter the number Press QED if you don t want to store the number in a group press QED If you want to add the entry to a group scroll to the group you want then press QED Press to return to the previous menu level Phonebook 23 View an entry Press QAE The first entry is displayed Press and scroll to ier Press QED The first entry is displayed Press to display the number Press again to display the Group Press Gp to dial the number or 9 to return to the previous menu level View phonebook capacity Press CAEAD The first entry is displayed To search alphabetically Press the relevant keypad button e g Press and scroll to Coracity and press QED for the entries beginning with T press i a once then scroll J or J through the The number of entries stored out of 50 is displayed aies Press to return to the previou
10. BT User Guide Welcome to your BT Freestyle 710 Digital Cordless Telephone 50 Name and number phonebook to store all your contact numbers for easy dialling Store a phonebook entry then copy it or the entire phonebook to another BT Freestyle 710 handset Inductive coupler for use with digital hearing aids Quick access to a range of BT Services including directory enquiries and call divert Caller Display lets you see who s calling and your phone stores details of the last 20 callers in a Calls list Register up to 5 handsets to the base without the need for additional wiring Digital call quality with a range of up to 300 metres outdoors and up to 50 metres indoors in ideal conditions Please note that this equipment is not designed for making emergency telephone calls when the power fails Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services You must subscribe to your network provider s Caller Display or Call Waiting service for these features to work A quarterly fee may be payable This User Guide provides you with all the information you need to get the most from your phone Before you make your first call you will need to set up your phone Follow the simple instructions in Getting Started on the next few pages Need help If you have any problems setting up or using your BT Freestyle 710 please call the Helpline on 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdes
11. ED Scroll to Seeed Dial and press QED Scroll or to the button number where you want to store the speed dial entry Press QED Scroll amp or to the entry you want to store and press to confirm Press 229 to return to the previous menu level Phonebook 27 28 Phonebook To delete a Speed dial Press QUGAYJY Press and scroll amp or to Seed dial and press QED x ScrollQ or to the SFeed dial you want to delete and press QED The name and number is displayed press and scroll to Delete Press to confirm Deleted is displayed Press Back to return to the previous menu level To edit a Speed dial Press QUGAYJY Press and scroll or to reed dial and press QED Scroll 8 or to the SFeed dial you want to edit and press QED The name and number is displayed press and Edit is displayed Press to confirm and then scroll or to the entry you want and press to save Phonebook 6 This new name and number will replace the old name and number in the Speed dial 7 Press to return to the previous menu level To dial using a Speed dial 1 Press and hold the Speed dial button PA to Q with the number you wish to dial 2 The display shows Callirrs and the number being dialled If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 29 Settings Sele
12. ED Scroll A or to select a Grou if required Press to save Press to return to the previous menu level Delete a redial number Press 6 Scroll or to the number you want Press and scroll to Delete Humber Press to confirm or Ge to cancel roblems please ca e Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 Using the phone 19 Store numbers up to 24 digits long and names up to 8 characters Press to delete any unwanted digits and then enter new ones using the keypad If the phonebook is full the display shows Hemor full and the number will not be saved You will need to delete a number in the phonebook first see page 25 mail bt helpde vtecheurope com 20 Using the phone Delete all redial numbers 1 Press 6 2 Press and scroll to Delete All 3 Press to confirm or to cancel WARMING Keypad lock If the keypad is locked you will be able to dial th bers 999 ada EREA aaa You can lock the keypad so that it cannot be used accidentally When the keypad is locked you can still while carrying It around answer incoming calls and operate the handset as normal When the call is To lock the keypad an the keypad leek comes on 1 Press and hold B The handset beeps and KesFad locked is displayed To unlock the keypad 1 Press and hold B The handset beeps and Kesrad unlocked is displayed for 2 seconds before returning to standby If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freep
13. and press QED At the receiving handset Display shows Receive entry 7 Press to confirm or B to cancel When successful the display shows Corie Press to return to the previous menu level Delete an entry Press CEED Scroll A or amp to the entry you want Press and scroll to Delete Press to confirm or ZEB to cancel Press to return to the previous menu level all the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 o Phonebook 25 You can copy the entire phonebook to another handset registered to the base If the phonebook becomes full during copying the display shows Memora full If copying is not successful the display shows Dir cor failed If you copy an entry that already exists in the receiving handset it will create a duplicate entry email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 26 Phonebook Delete entire phonebook Press CEED Press and scroll amp to Delete All Press QED Display shows Delete All Press to confirm or to cancel w w H If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Speed dial You can allocate a name and number from the phonebook to each of the Speed dial buttons PA to ABG wiz Button iM has the BT Freestyle Helpline number stored already To ask BT for help with using your phone press and hold to ring the number To copy a phonebook entry to a Speed dial Press then press Q
14. atteries Push the battery compartment cover back on until it clicks into place WARNING Do not immerse batteries in water or throw them into a fire or dispose of them with ordinary domestic refuse Please dispose of batteries as instructed BT accepts no responsibility for damage caused to your BT Freestyle 710 by using any other types of batteries There is a risk of explosion if incorrect batteries are fitted Safety information Only use the power supply suitable for the BT Freestyle 710 range Using an unauthorised power supply will invalidate your guarantee and may damage the telephone The item code for the base mains power supply is 043650 If you have purchased a multiple pack the item code for the charger mains power supply is 043650 Use only the approved rechargeable batteries supplied Spare rechargeable batteries are available from the BT Freestyle 710 Helpline on 0800 218 2182 Do not open the handset except to replace the handset batteries or the base This could expose you to high voltages or other risks Contact the Helpline on 0800 218 2182 for all repairs If the keylock is switched on it is NOT possible to make calls except to the emergency numbers 999 112 Radio signal transmitted between the handset and base may cause interference to hearing aids It is recommended that advice from a qualified expert be sought before using this product in the vicinity of emergency intensive care med
15. ct the ringtone for External or Internal calls There are 10 ringtones to choose from There are five volume levels plus Off N DO Ww A W N FF N DO WV A W N Be Handset settings Handset ringtone Press ZED Scroll to Settings and press QED Display shows H Set settinas Press QED Display shows Ringer Press QED Scroll or Q to select External or Internal Press QED Scroll or to the ringtone you want A sample is played Press to save Press to return to the previous menu level Handset ringer volume Press QED Scroll to Settings and press QED Display shows H Set settinas Press QED Display shows Ringer Press QED Scroll to volume Press QED Scroll Q or to the level you want Press to save Press amp to return to the previous menu level Settings 31 Su ge iS at NOW RWN Handset tones Press QED Scroll to Settings and press QED Display shows Hi Set settings Press QED Scroll to Tores Press QED Scroll amp or to the tone you want Press QED Scroll or to Gin or OFF Press to save Press B to return to the previous menu level Switch Key Beeps Confirmation tones Low Battery and Out of Range Warning tones on or off The default setting is On Select base Your handset can be registered to up to 4 base stations Select which base Press QED Scroll to Settirgss and press QED station you use Display shows HiSe
16. e handset is in range of the base Another handset registered to your BT Freestyle 710 base may be on the line No Caller Display number name displayed Have you subscribed to a Caller Display service from your network provider see page 37 The caller may have withheld their number An exact name number match was not found in your phonebook Check that you have stored the full STD dialling code Help 49 Cannot register a handset to a base You can register a total of 5 handsets to your BT Freestyle 710 base and you can register your BT Freestyle 710 handset to up to 4 bases Check that you have not exceeded the limits Check that you have entered the correct PIN number default PIN 0000 Check that you are at least one metre away from other electrical equipment to avoid interference when registering Base unit does not ring but the lights are on Have you connected the telephone line correctly Is the base ringer set to off You may have a faulty line or socket Try using another socket or line Call BT on 151 if you still experience problems Buzzing noise on my phone or on other electrical equipment nearby Sometimes your BT Freestyle 710 can interfere with other electrical equipment if it is placed too close It is recommended that you place your BT Freestyle 710 at least one metre away from electrical appliances or metal obstructions to avoid any risk of interference Customer Helpline If you are still experiencing diff
17. enus can be accessed by pressing the relevant button Calls list empty Calls list Helpdesk Names menu Phonebook Redial list Settings displayed Directory empty displayed press irtion displayed New entry press rtion press Ortion Capacity Delete Details New entry Delete all Delete Edit entry Call number Delete all View Store number Call number Copy entry Store number Copy all Settings Delete entry Delete all Capacity Speed dial Using the phone Switch handset on or off When you make a call the Power In use light on the base flashes To switch off Call timer 1 Press and hold Your handset will automatically time as the duration of all external calls 2 Switch off is displayed press es to confirm The handset display shows the call ii ap i ee duration both during and for a few To switch on seconds after your call 1 Press and hold od 2 Searchirs is displayed then the screen will return to standby Make an external call 1 Press Gs 2 When you hear the dial tone dial the number Preparatory dialling 1 Dial the number first If you make a mistake press ZEe9 to delete the last digit 2 Press Qs to dial End a call 1 Press od 16 Using the phone Auto answer As long as you have auto answer set to ON you can answer a call by lifting the F 5 handset off the base If you have When you receive a call the phone rings The display shows switched auto answer off you will the caller s
18. ers and further BT Calling Features Pre stored BT Services numbers e BT 118500 e Check call divert directory enquiries 5 vena e Call waiting on e Callidivencon e Call waiting off gt Ralligiven ot e Check call waiting BT 118500 Directory Enquiries 1 Press QED Scroll to ET services and press OK 2 Dir enauiries is highlighted Press to call Call Divert on off check 1 Press QED Scroll to ET services and press K 2 Scroll to Divert on Divert off or Check divert Press CED 3 Press Ss to call Follow the spoken instructions or listen for confirmation status of your instructions IMPORTANT To use BT Services and BT Calling Features you must first subscribe if required to the relevant service from your network provider A quarterly fee may be payable For more details on BT s Calling Features call BT free on 0800 800 150 If you are not connected to the BT network some of these services may not be available Please contact your network provider Call Diversion services may allow other divert options Check with your network provider for details For further information see the BT Calling Features user guide supplied when you subscribe to the services of your choice Call Divert will divert all incoming calls to another number of your choice 42 BT Network Services Call Waiting lets you know if another person is trying to contact you while you are on a call If a second cal
19. formation 04 51 Cleaning sais eminianiwesiavedessauais 52 Environmental 0 eeeeeeeeee 52 Product disposal instructions 52 Guarantee isin tandewaeneesntee means 53 Technical information 0085 54 ROME EEE ssa area toate satene 54 Declaration of Conformance 54 Connecting to a switchboard 54 Inserting a PallSO imran 54 Recall en ae sivedsatacawen ceed s iiai 54 If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Getting started Location Place your BT Freestyle 710 within 2 metres of the mains power socket and telephone socket so that the cables will reach Make sure it is at least 1 metre away from other electrical appliances to avoid interference Your BT Freestyle 710 works by sending radio signals between the handset and base The strength of the signal depends on where you site the base Putting it as high as possible ensures the best signal Setting up Plug the mains power cable into the socket marked p on the underside of the base and plug the other end into the mains power wall socket and switch the power on You can place the cable behind the retaining clip to prevent the plug being accidentally pulled from the socket WARNING Do not place your BT Freestyle 710 in the bathroom or other humid areas Handset range The BT Freestyle 710 has a
20. gs Press QED scroll to Settiras and press QED Scroll to Base settinas Press QED Scroll to Susten reset Press QED Enter the system PIN 0000 and press QED Press to confirm or EACE to cancel If you confirm the handset returns to standby Date and Time Set date and time Press QED Scroll to Settiras and press QED Scroll to Date Time and press QED To change the Time format press and scroll or amp to select 12 hour or 24 hour Press QED To change the Date format scroll to Date format and press ZED Scroll A or to select demm or midel and press QED To enter the time scroll to Enter time and press QED Use the keypad to enter the time then press QED Settings 35 36 Settings To set the date scroll to Set date and press QED Use the keypad to enter the date then press QED Press amp amp to return to the previous menu level Set alarm call Press QED Scroll to Settings and press QED Scroll to Alari and press QED To enter the Time for the call press and use the keypad to enter the time Press QED To set the alarm On or Off scroll to Alarm OrO and press ED Scroll A or to select OFF Orice or Daila then press TD To set the ringtone scroll to Finatorne and press QED Scroll A or to the Ringtone you want and press QED Press amp to return to the previous menu level Stop alar
21. here is a slight chance your phone could be damaged by an electrical storm We recommend that you unplug the power and telephone line cord during an electrical storm Product disposal instructions The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its working life E The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC has been put in place to recycle products using best available recovery and recycling techniques to minimize the impact on the environment treat any hazardous substances and avoid the increasing landfill Product disposal instructions for residential users When you have no further use for it please remove any batteries and dispose of them and the product as per your local authority s recycling processes For more information please contact your local authority or the retailer where the product was purchased Product disposal instructions for business users Business users should contact their suppliers and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract and ensure that this product is not mixed with other commercial waste for disposal 800 218 2182 o bt helpdesk vtecheurope com General information 53 Guarantee Your BT Freestyle 710 is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase Subject to the terms lis
22. hone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Using the phone 21 Find handset Paging You can ring a handset to help locate it Paging calls cannot be answered by a handset 1 Press on the base All handsets registered to the base will ring for up to 30 seconds 2 Press on the base again to stop the ringing or press a button on any handset New calls and messages alert When you have new answering machine messages or calls your BT Freestyle 710 displays details to access New call alert The screen shows Hen Call New message alert The screen shows Hew Mss If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 22 Phonebook Entering names Use the keypad letters to enter names e g to store Tom Press once to enter T Press three times to enter o Press once to enter m Writing tips Press or to move the cursor Press 9 to switch between upper and lower case Only one character is changed at a time Press to enter punctuation characters Press to insert a space Press to delete the last character or digit You must enter a name to go with a number To enter a pause ina phonebook number When storing a number press and hold O and a F will be displayed For more information on pauses see page 54 Phonebook empty If the phonebook is empty and you press CHED the display shows List mets for 2
23. ical equipment It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a medical expert before using this product Your product may interfere with other electrical equipment e g TV and radio sets clock alarms and computers if placed too close 52 General information It is recommended that you place your product at least one metre away from such appliances to minimise any risk of interference Never dispose of batteries in a fire There is a serious risk of explosion and or the release of highly toxic chemicals Cleaning Clean the handset and base or charger with a damp not wet cloth or an anti static wipe Never use household polish as this will damage the product Never use a dry cloth as this may cause a static shock Environmental Do not expose to direct sunlight The handset may become warm when the batteries are being charged or during prolonged periods of use This is normal However we recommend that to avoid damage you do not place the product on antique veneered wood Do not stand your product on carpets or other surfaces which generate fibres or place it in locations preventing the free flow of air over its surfaces Do not submerge any part of your product in water and do not use it in damp or humid conditions such as bathrooms Do not expose your product to fire explosive or other hazardous conditions rienc any problems p e call tne Helpline on Fre onone T
24. iculties please call the BT Freestyle 710 Helpline on 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com blem all H r n Freephone 0800 218 2182 mail bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 50 Help General sales enquiries e BT Residential lines call 150 BT Business lines call 152 e For non BT line customers call 0800 800 150 residential or 0800 800 152 business e Additional handsets are available from the Helpdesk on 0800 218 2182 Billing enquiries e Refer to the telephone number shown on your telephone bill You keep hearing an error beep e You have pressed the wrong button in a sequence Check the prompts in the display or refer to instructions in this user guide If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com General information IMPORTANT This equipment is not designed for making emergency telephone call when the power fails Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services This product is intended for connection to analogue public switched telephone networks and private switchboards in the United Kingdom Replacing the handset battery After a time you may find that the handset batteries are running out of charge more quickly This is a standard sign of wear and they will need replacing Open the battery compartment cover Take out the old batteries and replace with 2 x new AAA rechargeable b
25. ivi gs sean arsine ane Bee 32 CONnMASt ic oh hen E ONERE ENARE 32 Handset name ee cece eee e eee 33 Base ringtone and volume 34 System PIN wesc anaren O EEE ERREA 34 System resets sccasecacaeinrvamevs es 35 Set date amp time cece eee eee eee 35 Setalarimicall 6 0scsccines sagen easaeres ete 36 Stop alarm ring cc cece eee eens 36 Calls lists Caller Display cc cece eee eee 37 Calls lists scccsisecaaesaae wav one eect ates 37 View call details 0 cece eee ee 37 Dial from the Calls list 05 38 Copy a Calls list number to the phonebook 38 Calls list settings 0 ccc eee eens 39 Delete anentry ccc cece eee eee 40 Delete entire Calls list 005 40 f ob H BT Network Services Pre stored BT Services numbers 41 BT 118 500 Directory Enquires 41 Call Divert on off check 0005 41 Call Waiting on off check 06 42 Using additional handsets Registering an additional handset 43 Select bas secr ciriviroristiinivsns 44 De register a handset 005 44 Internal Calls iccescaccsvevceeve sees es 45 Call another handset 00000 45 Transfer acall cece cece eee eee 45 3 way conference call 000 0 46 Hel Pvcicctiacesamesiceaneseausancas 47 0800 218 2182 ail bt helpdesk vtecheurope com In this guide General information Safety in
26. k vtecheurope com Alternatively you may find the answer in the Help section at the back of this guide IMPORTANT Only use the telephone line cord supplied Calls made within the UK mainland network are free Mobile and International call costs may vary Got everything e BT Freestyle 710 handset e BT Freestyle 710 base e 2x AAA rechargeable batteries pre installed e Mains power adaptor item code 043650 e Telephone line cord If you have purchased a BT Freestyle 710 multiple pack you will also have the following items for each handset e BT Freestyle 710 additional handset e BT Freestyle 710 charger e 2x AAA rechargeable batteries pre installed e Small mains power adaptor for charger item code 043650 In this guide Getting started LOCATON seseris iee Eia 7 Setting UPaissseninmadiaessedind ees alenas 7 Setting up for multiple packs 9 Getting to know your phone Handset buttons 0 c cece eeeee 10 Handset display ee0 eee 11 BaS r E E E T eeeadecweeasas 12 Navigating the menus 04 13 Men Ui MAD seminoma ann Ek 14 Using the phone Switch the handset on or off 15 Make an external call 005 15 Preparatory dialling 00e0e 15 End arCalll Lasts sewstreseweaeacewa seas 15 Receive a call cece cece eee eens 16 Call Waitin gess ia sns ees anara REA 16 Earpiece handsfree volume 17
27. l Press Corn to join all callers If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Help Phone does not work e Have you installed the batteries correctly See page 8 e Check that the mains power is correctly connected No dial tone e Is the telephone cord of the base plugged into the phone socket e Check that the mains power is correctly connected e Only use the telephone cord supplied with the phone Cannot dial out or receive calls e Check that the mains power is correctly connected e The batteries may need recharging e Has there been a power cut If so place the handset back on the base for 10 seconds and try again If it still does not work disconnect the batteries and mains power for 10 minutes then reconnect and try again You have a dial tone but the phone will not dial out e Ifyou are connected to a switchboard check whether you need to dial an access code Handset does not ring e The ringer volume may be switched off see page 30 e Check that the mains power is correctly connected e Make sure the handset is registered to the base see page 43 48 Help No display The batteries may be flat dead or incorrectly inserted Recharge or replace the batteries 0 icon not scrolling Try cleaning the charging contacts Check that the mains power is correctly connected You hear the busy tone when you press Gs Make sure th
28. ler rings you will hear a beep in the handset Providing you have also subscribed to Caller Display the screen will show the caller s details Call Waiting on off check Press QED Scroll to ET services and press 0K Scroll to Call wait on Coll mait off or Chk call mait Press QED Press Go to call Follow the spoken instructions or listen for confirmation status of your instructions If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Using additional handsets You can use up to five BT Freestyle 710 additional handsets with your BT Freestyle 710 base to extend your phone system without needing to install extension sockets for each new phone Your BT Freestyle 710 handset can also be registered to up to four other bases You can then select the base you would prefer to use If you have purchased a BT Freestyle 710 multiple pack any additional handsets come pre registered to the base If you have purchased an additional handset separately you must register it to your BT Freestyle 710 base before it can be used Registering an additional handset At the base 1 Press and hold At the handset 1 Press QED scroll to Settinas and press QED 2 Hise settirss is highlighted Press QED 3 Scroll A or to Resister and press QED 4 Press amp or to select the base you want and press QED 44 Using additional handsets If
29. m ring When the alarm rings the display shows Alari32 The alarm rings for 60 seconds Press any button to stop the alarm Calls lists Caller Display If you have subscribed to a Caller Display Service you will be able to see your caller s number on your handset display provided it is not withheld prior to answering the call If your caller s name is stored in the phonebook and a number match is found you will see the caller s name on the display instead Calls list The Calls list holds up to 20 numbers The date and time of the call is also stored if available When the list is full and a new call is received the oldest entry will be deleted automatically The Calls list can hold numbers up to 20 digits and names up to 15 characters View call details 1 Press the most recent entry is at the top of the list 2 Press or to scroll through the list 3 Press QED Details is highlighted Press QED 4 Press amp or to display details about the next call 5 Press 229 to return to the previous menu level yroble 2 0800 218 2182 o IMPORTANT To use Caller Display you must first subscribe to the service from your network provider A quarterly fee may be payable For more information on BT Calling Features call BT free on 0800 800 150 To ensure the caller s name is displayed make sure you have stored the full telephone number including the dialling code in the phonebook When a
30. new batteries do not reach full capacity until they have been in normal use for several days To keep the batteries in the best condition leave the handset off the base for a few hours at a time Running the batteries right down at least once a week will help it last as long as possible The charge capacity of rechargeable batteries will reduce with time as they wear out giving the handset less talk standby time Eventually they will need to be replaced New batteries are available from the BT Freestyle 750 Helpline on 0800 218 2182 After charging your handset for the first time subsequent charging time is about 6 8 hours a day Batteries and handset may become warm during charging This is normal If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Setting up for multiple packs If you have purchased a BT Freestyle 710 multiple pack you will need to prepare any additional handsets and chargers for use For each additional handset and charger 1 Insert the cable through the channel at the rear of the charger and insert the plug into the power socket Plug the other end into the mains wall power socket and switch on 2 Batteries will come inserted in the battery compartment Pull the plastic tag as instructed to activate the batteries Charge the battery for at least 20 hours Any additional handsets supplied as part of a multipack are
31. new call is received in the Calls ist Hen call is displayed f the number is unavailable Unavailable is displayed f the number has been withheld by the caller Hithheld is displayed f the call is from the operator Oreratar is displayed f the call is from a payphone Fosrhore is displayed f the call is from a callback request Callback is displayed f the call is from an international number International will be displayed If you do not have a Caller Display service an external call is displayed as External call When there are no calls in the calls list the display shows Eme t a then will offer the Catesery option t helpdesk vtecheurope com 38 Calls lists When a Calls list is open press J to scroll from the newest call to the oldest or press to scroll from the oldest call to the newest Dial from the Calls list Press the most recent entry is at the top of the list Press 8 or to scroll through the list Press Gs to call the number Copy a Calls list number to the phonebook Press 8 Press amp or to scroll through the list to the entry you want Press QED Scroll to Store number and press QED Enter the name Scroll to Humber and edit the number if required Scroll J to Select srour and press or to set the call group you want Press to save Press amp to return to the previous menu level Jelpline on Freephone 0800
32. pdesk vtecheurope com Using additional handsets 45 6 Display shows De resistered 7 Press ZEE9 to return to the previous menu level Internal calls Call another handset If you have more than one handset registered to the base you can make internal calls between two handsets 1 Press and if you have one other handset it will ring If you have extra handsets press pl to select the handset 1 5 you want to call then press Transfer a call You can transfer an external call to another handset registered to the base 1 During your call press Q Your external caller is put on hold 2 If you have one other handset it will ring If you have extra handsets press 4 or J to select the handset 1 5 you want then press 3 When the other handset answers you can announce the caller 4 Press to switch between the two callers roblem 2 e Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 mail bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 46 Using additional handsets If the other handset does not answer press Siriale to return to your original caller 3 Way conference call You can hold a 3 way conference call between 2 internal callers and 1 external caller During your call press Gap Your external caller is put on hold If you have one other handset it will ring If you have extra handsets press 8 or to select the handset 1 5 you want then press QED When the other handset answers you can announce the cal
33. range of 300 metres outdoors when there is a clear line of sight between the base and handset Any obstruction between the base and handset will reduce the range significantly With the base indoors and handset either indoors or outdoors the range will normally be up to 50 metres Thick stone walls can severely affect the range IMPORTANT The base station must be plugged into the mains power socket at all times Do not connect the telephone line until the handset is fully charged Only use the power and telephone cables supplied with the product Getting started Battery low warning The base indicator lights up If the icon flashes in the handset display you will need to 2 Batteries will come inserted in the battery compartment recharge the handset before you set Pull the plastic tag as instructed to activate the batteries can use it again You also hear a low pl ii beep onee every 3 Place the handset on the base to charge for at least 20 hours During charging the icon will When the handset is fully charged the icon will scroll in the display be displayed Battery perfor mance 4 When the batteries are fully charged plug one end of the In ideal conditions fully charged y 1 batteries should give up to 10 hours telephone line cord into the socket marked ihe on the rear of talk time or 100 hours standby time on the base and the other end into the telephone wall socket a single charge Note that
34. registration is not successful first time please repeat the process again in case the base registration period ran out of time If there are already 5 handsets registered to the base the registration will fail You must de register another handset before you can register the new one If your BT Freestyle 710 handset is registered to more than one base you can select which base to use If you have a handset registered to more than one base and then de register it from one of them you will need to re select which base to use Until the base is selected the handset will display Resister 5 BR WN Enter the system PIN then press The display shows Registering The handset is automatically assigned the next available handset number Select base Press QED scroll to Settings and press QED Hiset settings is highlighted Press QED Scroll to Select base and press QED Base 1 is highlighted Scroll or amp to the base you want and press QED 5 Display shows aweg followed by the standby screen BR W N Be De register a handset Press QED scroll to Settings and press QED Hiset settings is highlighted Press QED Scroll to De resister and press QED Enter the System PIN original setting 0000 and press QED Scroll Q or to the handset you want and press QED If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt hel
35. s QED Use the keypad to enter a name for your handset then press to save Press EE9 to return to the previous menu level e call the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 33 34 Settings Choose from 5 base ringtones There are 5 volume levels and Off The System PIN is used when changing certain settings and registration de registration The default setting is 0000 You can change this to your own preferred 4 digit number If you make a mistake press Clear to delete digits wo A WwW N fF N DO WV A W N Be Base settings Ringtone and volume Press QED scroll to Settirss and press QED Scroll to Base settinas Press QED Rirvser is highlighted Press QED Scroll A or to the ringtone you want and press QED Scroll to Rina volume Press I or to select the volume or off Press to save Press to return to the previous menu System PIN Press QED scroll to Settings and press QED Scroll to Base settinas Press QED Scroll to Setem PIH Press QED Enter the old PIN original setting 0000 and press QED Enter the new PIN and press QED Re enter the new PIN and press QED Press amp to return to the previous menu level 8o lelpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com un A WwW N Ff System reset This resets your BT Freestyle 710 to its original settin
36. s menu level ali ro ps Your options are General Dial an entry Family Work In standby press CHEND The first entry is displayed Friends Utilities Scroll or to the entry you want or search alphabetically Me thers Press gg to dial No Group roblem 2 e Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 mail bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 24 Phonebook When editing a name or number press emp to delete characters and digits You can copy an entry to another handset registered to the base If you copy an entry that already exists in the receiving handset it will create a duplicate entry Edit a name and number Press QUGAYJY Press and scroll to Edit Entra Press and edit the name Press and edit the number Press QED If required scroll to the Group you want Press to confirm then to return to the previous menu level Copy an entry Press GRREEEEED Scroll A or to the entry you want Press and scroll to Cars Press and select the handset you want to copy to and press QED At the receiving handset Display shows Receive cir Press to confirm or ELE to cancel When successful the display shows Corien Press Back to return to the previous menu level 00 218 2182 or bt helpdesk vtecheurope com a ou oe If you experience any Copy all entries Press GIEREEEED Press and scroll to Gory All Press and select the handset you want to copy to
37. s worldwide The services described in this publication are subject to availability and may be modified from time to time Services and equipment are provided subject to British Telecommunications plc s respective standard conditions of contract Nothing in this publication forms any part of any contract British Telecommunications plc 2008 Registered Office 81 Newgate Street London EC1A 7AJ Registered in England No 1800000 Designed and produced by The Art amp Design Partnership Ltd Printed in China BT Freestyle 710 07 08 Issue 3 BT cE
38. t settings Press QED Scroll to Select Base Press QED Scroll A or to the Base you want Press QED Press to return to the previous menu level roblems please ca e Helpline on Freephon gt 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdes Dvtecheurope com 32 Settings As long as you have auto answer set to ON you can answer a call by lifting the handset off the base If you have switched auto answer off you will need to press gg as well Auto answer ON is the default setting Adjust the display contrast to suit different lighting conditions There are 5 levels un A W N Be ae E o E a Auto answer Press QED Scroll to Settings and press QED Display shows Hi Set settings Press QED Scroll to Gute answer Press QED Scroll A or to select Or or O Press QED Press to return to the previous menu level Display Contrast Press QED Scroll to Settings and press QED t settings Press GED Scroll to IizFlas Press QED Display shows Contrast Press QED Scroll or W to select the contrast Press cD Display shows HS Press to return to the previous menu level elpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 o bt helpdesk vtecheurope com ho gee Ne a Settings Handset name Set a name for your handset e g Donna or Office Press QED Scroll to Settirss and press QED Display shows H Set settings Press QED Scroll to Tisrlay Press QED Scroll to Handset name Pres
39. ted below the guarantee will provide for the repair of or at BT s or its agent s discretion the option to replace the BT Freestyle 710 or any component thereof other than batteries which is identified as faulty or below standard or as a result of inferior workmanship or materials Products over 28 days old from the date of purchase may be replaced with a refurbished or repaired product The conditions of this guarantee are The guarantee shall only apply to defects that occur within the 12 month guarantee period Proof of purchase is provided The equipment is returned to BT or its agent as instructed This guarantee does not cover any faults or defects caused by accidents misuse fair wear and tear neglect tampering with the equipment or any attempt at adjustment or repair other than through approved agents This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights Within the 12 month guarantee period Prior to returning your product please read the Help section beginning on page 47 or contact the BT Freestyle 710 Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com for assistance In the unlikely event of a defect occurring please follow the Helpline s instructions for replacement or repair reephone 0800 218 2182 o Outside of the 12 month guarantee period If your product needs repair after the guarantee period has ended the repair must meet the approval requirements for connection to
40. the loudspeaker Make a handsfree call Dial the number then press You hear your call over the handset loudspeaker Press to switch the call between the earpiece and the loudspeaker Press ad to end the call roblems ple all the Helpline on Freephone 0800 218 2182 Using the phone The J and buttons can be found on the side of the handset During a handsfree call press or J to change the volume mail bt helpdesk vtecheurope com T7 18 Using the phone Answer a call handsfree When the phone rings 1 Press Gs button to answer the call then press it again to switch to loudspeaker Switch to handsfree during a call 1 During a call press Qato put the call on the loudspeaker To switch handsfree off and return the call to the earpiece press Gs again Redial Up to the last 5 telephone numbers called are saved in the redial list You can then select any of the numbers to redial delete or copy to the phonebook Redial the last number called 1 Press the last number you called is displayed 2 Press Rs to dial a Re ai Redial a number from the redial list Press 6 the last number you called is displayed Press 9 or to scroll to the number you want Press Ga to dial Save a number from the redial list to the phonebook Press Scroll or to the number you want Press and scroll to Store Humber Press QED Use the keypad to enter a name Press Q
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