BT 255 Cordless Telephone User Manual
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1. Enter your 4 digit code and your machine announces You have n new messages The new messages are then automatically played back to you Remote access commands When you have accessed your answering machine you can operate it using the keypad numbers on the phone you are using The commands are Play remote access menu ge Play all messages 3 Play new messages Skip back to previous message Delete current message Skip forward to next message Set answer only on answer and record on Je Play outgoing message Record a new outgoing message GB Set answer on off Answering machine 51 If you enter the incorrect PIN code you will hear Incorrect security code You have two chances to enter the correct remote access security code before your BT Freestyle 225 hangs up Time saver If you have set the answer delay to Time Saver your answering machine will answer after 2 rings if you have new messages If you do not have new messages it will answer after 6 rings This enables you to hang up if you hear more than 2 rings before you are connected saving you the cost of a call See Answer delay page 49 If you do not press any button for 4 seconds your BT Freestyle 225 announces Thank you for calling and then hangs up If you enter your security code incorrectly after the second attempt your BT Freestyle 225 will announce Thank you for calling and will hang up If you experience any problems plea2. Mains power adaptor Telephone line cord If you have purchased a BT Freestyle 225 multiple pack you will also have the following for each handset BT Freestyle 225 handset e BT Freestyle 225 charger Battery compartment cover 2x AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries already fitted Mains power adaptor for the charger In this guide Getting started fore o PEDE 6 Setting Up mace reb esr herr xke qs 6 Set the day andtime 8 Setting up the charger 9 Getting to know your phone Handset 5 isunseRe er nines oe te naies 11 Handset display icons sue 12 Base amp Charger ccc cece ee eeee 13 Navigating the menus 0 14 Handset menu map 20eee 15 Using the phone Make a call eere 16 Preparatory dialling 0000 16 Efid icalll ecrit 16 Receiving calls cece eee neces 16 VOUM Ga senex ne sees 17 Handsfree cece cece cece e ence e eee 17 Make a call in handsfree 17 Answer a call in handsfree 18 Switch to handsfree during a call 18 SOChEC or cos vba ORTU VPE TER EEE RS 18 Re diall z 255 5e pERPCUR PORE EE RS 19 To copy a redial number to the directory 19 To delete a number from the redial list 20 To delete the entire redial list 20 Keypad lock ome 21 Ringer volume on off L 21 Find the handset s Lu
3. Enter FIH is displayed Enter the 4 digit PIN code using the keypad and press 29 Reset is displayed Press to confirm Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby Default settings PIN code 0000 Mailbox number 1571 Dial Mode Tone Base settings The default PIN code is 0000 35 2 Caller Display IMPORTANT To use Caller Display you must first subscribe to your network provider s Caller Display service A quarterly fee may be payable For more information on BT Calling Features call BT free on 0800 800 150 If the caller has withheld their number the display shows kithheld If a call is received from an international number INTERNATIONA is displayed Caller Display If you subscribe to Caller Display you can see your caller s number provided it is not withheld on your handset display before you answer the call If you have stored a name for the calling number in your handset directory the name will be displayed instead Calls list When a call is not answered or is picked up by the answering machine the display shows Hen Calls and your caller s telephone number will be stored in the Calls list The Calls list holds up to 10 missed calls If your caller has withheld their number there is no indication of a missed call and the call will not appear in the calls list When the Calls list is full the oldest call will be replaced by a new call the mo
4. A Bringing it all together BT Freestyle 225 User Guide Welcome to your BT Freestyle 225 digital cordless telephone and answering machine Digital call clarity with up to 300m range outdoors and up to 50m indoors in ideal conditions e Directory lets you store up to 30 names and numbers for easy dialling Caller Display lets you see who s calling and your phone stores details of the last 10 callers in a Calls list Digital answering machine with up to 15 minutes recording time e Play repeat and delete your messages from almost any other phone 1 Requires subscription to a Caller Display service A quarterly fee may be payable This User Guide provides you with all the information you need to get the most from your phone You must first set up your phone before you can use it This doesn t take long as it is easy to do Just follow the simple instructions on the next few pages Need help If you have any problems setting up or using your BT Freestyle 225 contact the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Hearing aid Please note that the BT Freestyle 225 works by sending radio signals between the base and handset These signals may interfere with some hearing aids causing a humming noise Got everything BT Freestyle 225 handset BT Freestyle 225 answering machine base e 2 x NiMH AAA rechargeable batteries already fitted e Battery compartment cover
5. Press repeatedly to enter the following symbols 2 Press to toggle between lower and upper case If the next letter is on the same button that you have just pressed wait until the cursor moves to the right before trying to enter it BR WN HG You can store up to 30 names and numbers in the directory of each of your BT Freestyle 225 handsets for quick and easy dialling Numbers can be up to 20 digits long Directory entries are stored alphabetically Store a number Press to open the directory The first entry is displayed Press Hew is displayed press GB again to select Humber is displayed enter the number for the entry using the keypad and press GB to store Hame is displayed enter a name for the entry using the keypad and press GB to save Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode Entering names Use the keypad to enter the letters shown on the buttons e g to store TOM Press to change to upper case Press KJ once to enter T Press three times to enter O Press once to enter M Character map Key Alphanumeric Number For Phone book amp Service including upper amp lower case Ast 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th an space 1 96 amp lt 5 al space 1 96 amp lt gt A B C 2 A 2 a b c 2 a3 D E F 3 3 d e ii 3 G H 4 i 4 g h i 4 E i J K E 5 5
6. instructions for replacement or repair 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 the telephone network We suggest that you call our recommended repair agents on 0870 240 5029 T you experience yo xperienc any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or em 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 or your preferred carrier Additional Replacement Items For a full range of replacement items for the BT Freestyle 225 range please call 0870 240 3962 For your records Date of purchase Place of purchase For guarantee purposes proof of purchase is required so please keep your receipt Enter your system PIN here L 11 Enter your security PIN code here UL 11 echeurope com Technical information How many telephones can you have All items of equipment have a Ringer Equivalence Number REN which is used to calculate the number of items that may be connected to any one telephone line The BT F
7. j k 5 M N 0 6 0 6 m n o 6 gt o EUN BE E 7 p q r s T B T U V 8 8 t u V 8 w X Y Z B 9 w x y Z 9 a 5 2 0 0 P Pause 9 0 e e E 8 i 2 B Toggle upper lower case T Directory 25 26 Directory Insert a pause in a number You may need to do this if you are connected to a switchboard When entering a number usually after entering the switchboard access code e g 9 press and hold O until P appears in the display Searching for a name Example To search for Oliver press 6 three times to display the first entry beginning with O then use El and to scroll to Oliver xxperience any problems ple Dial view a number Press F to open the directory The first entry is displayed Press a or a to scroll through the directory to the entry you want Or search alphabetically using the keypad to enter the first letter of the name you want then scroll to the exact entry using the 8 or buttons Press E89 then to display Select and to confirm The selected entry will be displayed ready to be dialled out Press or n to dial Edit a directory entry Press a to open the directory The first entry is displayed Press n or 7 to scroll through the directory to the entry you want Press then El to display Change and press again to select The stored number is displayed followed by a flashing cursor
8. Check Divert ccceeeeeeeees 40 Call Waiting On 55 ret x reme 40 Call Waiting Off cece eee eee 41 Check Call Waiting 0 00 e ee 41 Add edit a service ceeeeeeeee 42 Delete a service cece eee eee eee 42 Answering machine Switch on off ccc cece eee cece 43 Outgoing messages ee eee 44 Answer and Record eeeeeeeee 44 Answer Only ceeeeeceeeeeeeee 44 Select answer mode 000000ee 45 In this guide Record your own outgoing message 45 Play check outgoing message 46 Reinstate pre recorded outgoing messages 46 Playing messageS c0cce eee eeee 47 Adjust volume for message playback 48 Delete all old messages 48 Memory full cece cece neces 48 Answer delay 0ccceeeeeee eens 49 Remote access 2 200 csvseneeere sees as 49 Change security PIN code 50 Switch answering machine on 50 Check for messages 0c cece eee eee 51 Remote access commands 51 Help RM 52 General information Salety souder nprEEEUREEPREONOR dad 54 CLEANING sos cores eue odi erties GRR 54 Environmental 0 eee seers 54 Product disposal instructions 55 Switchboard compatibility 55 Dialling mode ccc cece eee eee 55 R Calli R osinvcascctea sawn ter ewindatemnte 55 Guarantee i so cans cess e rer an
9. Edit the number using to delete incorrect digits and enter new ones using the keypad then press GD The name is displayed followed by a flashing cursor Edit the name using to delete incorrect characters and enter new ones using the keypad then press to save Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode Delete a directory entry Press E to open the directory The first entry is displayed Press n or a to scroll through the directory to the entry you want Press then gl to display Delete and press to select Delete is displayed Press E to confirm Deleted is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or Directory 27 See page 24 for help with entering names If you have purchased a BT Freestyle 225 multiple pack entries are only deleted on the handset you are using email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 2 Handset settings Ringer melody There are 6 different ringer melodies to choose from Press GB to open the main menu Press n or F until the display shows Setur hiset and press 29 Rina melody is displayed press to select The current melody is played for 5 seconds Press a or a to select your preferred melody Press to store You hear a confirmation tone and Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby Ringer volume There are 6 different ringer volume
10. displayed press GB Press n or F to display Delete list and press to select Delete list is displayed press again to confirm Deleted is displayed Press to return to standby mode Keypad lock You can lock the keypad to prevent accidentally dialling numbers while carrying the handset around Press and hold for 1 5 seconds until the O icon is displayed To unlock the keypad press and hold GD again Ringer volume on off Press and hold for 1 5 seconds to switch the ringer on or off If you switch the ringer off the A icon will be displayed When you receive a call the handset will beep once instead of ringing Find the handset s You can alert handset users that they are wanted or locate a missing handset Press on the base The handset s ring Press on the base again or press 2 on the handset to stop the handset ringing If you experience 8 Using the phone 21 When the keypad is locked incoming calls can still be answered Once the call has ended the keypad lock is re activated IMPORTANT Emergency calls CANNOT be made when the keypad lock is on You cannot answer the ringing handset as you would a call Stopping the ring at a handset stops the ring at that handset only any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 22 Using the phone If two handsets are engaged on an internal call and an external incoming call is receive
11. hear the main menu press 1 Press GB Your outgoing message is played back Reinstate pre recorded outgoing messages This means deleting your own recorded outgoing message Press twice to enter the answering machine mode Press E or F until ns settinss is displayed Press GB to select Listen to the voice prompt To hear the main menu press 1 Press GB Your outgoing message begins to play During playback press GS The message stops and the pre recorded outgoing message is played in its place Answering machine 47 Message playback When you have new messages stored on your BT Freestyle 225 answering machine the Q9 icon will flash in the display Playing messages 1 Press GB twice to enter the answering machine mode Play message is displayed 2 Press 9 The machine announces You have n new messages and your new messages are played back The machine then announces You have n old messages and any old messages are played back New messages will always be played back first During playback you can choose any of the following options Press to stop playback Press to replay the current message Press EJ again to go to the start of the previous message Press to skip to the next message Press GBB to delete the current message 3 Press and hold at any time to return to standby mode 48 Answering machine Adjust volume for message playback During message pl
12. is displayed press to select The current melody is played for 5 seconds Press n or F to select your preferred melody Press to store You hear a confirmation tone and Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby Getting to know your phone 15 Handset menu map Answer machine Redial Calls List Internal Registration Setup h set Setup base Date Time e Play message Select Select Register Ring melody Change PIN Del all old Store No Store No Deregister Ring volume Voice mail Security PIN Delete Delete e Tones Dial mode e Ans Settings e Delete list e Delete list Handsetname Reset e Reset Menu navigation Press n or to scroll through the menu options Press to select an option Press to go back to the previous display screen Press and hold to return to the standby display screen If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Call timer Your handset automatically displays the duration of every external call The call time will remain on the display until 2 seconds after the call has ended Press to delete an incorrect digit If you have subscribed to a Caller Display service your caller s number will also be shown If the number is withheld the display will show Withheld If an exact number match is found in the Directory the name will be displayed instead of the number See page 36 for more informati
13. levels to choose from Press GB to open the main menu Press fl or M until the display shows Setur hiset and press C A Press or F until Finas volume is displayed press to select The selected ringer melody is played at the current volume for 5 seconds Press i or Ml to select your preferred volume Handset settings 29 5 Press to store You hear a confirmation tone and Stored is displayed 6 Press and hold to return to standby Handset tones on off Your BT Freestyle 225 has a series of tones designed to alert you to certain situations A tone will sound when the battery is low when you move out of range of the base and there is no coverage to confirm each button press key beeps You can switch the handset tones on or off 1 Press GB to open the main menu 2 Press E or F until the display shows Setur hiset and press C 3 Press or El until Tores is displayed press to select 4 Press Bl or E to select the tone you want and press to select 5 Press or E to display either 0n or Of and press to confirm 6 You hear a confirmation tone and Stored is displayed 7 Press and hold to return to standby 30 Handset settings Handset name You can give each handset a name up to a maximum of 11 characters for example Kitchen It will still display its number Press to open the main menu Press B or 7 until the display shows SETUF H SET and press C9 Press ll or E u
14. alk to your caller without holding the handset It also enables other people in the room to listen to your conversation over the loudspeaker Make a call in handsfree 1 Dial the number then press n 2 Press 2 to end the call If you experience any problems please call the Helplin 18 Using the phone Range Indicator The Y icon on the display indicates when you are in range of the base If Searching is displayed you are out of range and will need to move closer to the base f you experience any problems please ca Answer a call in handsfree When the phone rings Press m and the call is transferred to the loudspeaker Switch to handsfree during a call During a call Press nm The call is transferred to the loudspeaker Press n to toggle between Handsfree and the handset Press 23 to end the call Secrecy During a call you can talk to someone nearby without your caller hearing Press GB The display shows the s symbol and your caller cannot hear you Press again to return to your caller the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Using the phone 19 Redial Your BT Freestyle 225 stores the details of the last 10 calls made into a redial list Stored redial numbers can be up to 20 digits long Press GB to open the main menu Press F to display Fedial and press to display the redial list Press f or Ml to select any of the last 10 number
15. any contract British Telecommunications plc 2007 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 225 11 07 Issue 2 Br Ce
16. as the main name and number directory and can store up to 10 entries If you prefer you can delete the pre stored entries and replace them with your own numbers If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 40 BT Calling Features Call Divert Off Press then scroll to Divert OFF Press or nm to dial the code Listen for confirmation of your instructions Check Divert Press EB then scroll Eg to Check Divert Press or a to dial the code Listen to hear the status of your Call Divert Call Waiting On Call Waiting lets you know if another person is trying to contact you whilst on a call If a second caller rings you will hear a beep in the handset Pressing the n button allows you to switch between callers Press then scroll 8 to Calluait On Press or m to dial the code Listen for confirmation of your instructions Call Waiting Off Press then scroll F to Calluait Off Press or Bio dial the code Listen for confirmation of your instructions Check Call Waiting Press EB then scroll Eg to Calluait 7 7 Press or m to dial the code Listen to hear the status of your Call Waiting BT Calling Features 41 42 BT Calling Features For help with entering names see page 24 If you are not connected to the BT network some of these services may not be available Please contact your Network Pro
17. ayback press A or until you reach the required level Delete all old messages Press twice to enter the answering machine mode Scroll Kl to Tel all old and press 29 Delete all appears Press to confirm All deleted is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode Memory full If the memory becomes full when a caller is leaving a message the machine announces Memory full thank you for calling and hangs up When the memory is full your answering machine will automatically switch to Answer Only mode You must delete messages to allow for more messages to be recorded see above Answer delay Answer delay sets the number of times your BT Freestyle 225 will ring before the answering machine picks up your call The default setting is 6 rings You can change this setting to 2 8 rings or to time saver mode Press twice to enter the answering machine mode Press Bl or El until Aris settings is displayed Press to select Listen to the voice prompt To hear the main menu press 1 Press to hear the menu choices Keep pressing D until you hear the answer delay setting you want Press and hold to return to standby mode Remote access You can operate your answering machine remotely from any Touchtone phone by calling your BT Freestyle 225 and entering a 4 digit security code Answering machine 49 Time Saver Time Saver can save you the cost of a call when you wa
18. bol displayed If so secrecy is switched on Press the button to speak to your caller again Incoming caller s number is not displayed even though you have Caller Display Caller has to allow their number to be sent It has been withheld or is unavailable IMPORTANT The BT Freestyle 225 cordless telephone is not designed for making emergency telephone calls when the power fails This product is intended for connection to analogue public switched telephone networks and private switchboards in the United Kingdom General information Safety information Only use the power supply supplied with your BT Freestyle 225 Using an unauthorised power supply will invalidate your guarantee and may damage the telephone Only use the telephone line cord supplied with your BT Freestyle 225 otherwise your telephone may not work correctly For the handset use only AAA Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH rechargeable batteries with a minimum capacity of 600mAh Never use other batteries or conventional alkaline batteries as this could lead to a short circuit or destroy the battery casing If the keylock is switched on it is NOT possible to make calls including emergency numbers 999 112 Do not open the handset except to replace the handset batteries This could expose you to high voltages or other risks Radio signals transmitted between the handset and base may cause interference to hearing aids It is recommended that advice from a qua
19. current time setting is displayed enter 2 digits for the hour and 2 for the minute using the 24hr format e g for 10 54pm press G3 and press GD Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby Your BT Freestyle 225 is now ready for use I the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com BT Freestyle 225 multiple pack owners only Location You need to place your BT Freestyle 225 charger close enough to a mains power socket so that the cable will reach Setting up the charger Plug the power adaptor cable into the underside of the charger plug the other end into the mains wall socket and switch the power on Mains power cable Getting started Under no circumstances use non rechargeable batteries Only use NiMH rechargeable batteries with a capacity of 600mAh or higher Using inappropriate batteries will invalidate your guarantee and may damage the telephone Helpline If you are having any difficulties setting up or using your BT Freestyle 225 please call the BT Freestyle Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 9 10 Getting started 2 Batteries will come inserted in the battery compartment Pull the plastic tag as instructed to activate the batteries 3 Place the ha
20. d beeps will be emitted at both internal handsets The internal call has to be ended before the external call can be answered If you experience any problems please ca Making internal calls If you purchased a BT Freestyle 225 multi pack you can make internal calls between handsets Press EB then Bl or B until the display shows Internal Press and enter the number of the handset you want to call The other handset will ring and display your handset number to let the handset user know who is calling When the other handset answers hold your conversation as normal Press 23 to end the call Receiving internal calls When you receive an internal call the calling handset number will be shown on the handset display Press or n to answer the call Transferring calls If using a BT Freestyle 225 multi pack you can transfer an external call to the other handset During an external call press C9 Press B or 7 until the display shows Internal and press B to confirm the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Enter the number of the handset you want to call The other handset will ring and display your handset number to let the handset user know who is calling The external caller will be put on hold When the other handset answers press 23 to transfer the call 3 Way conference calls If using a BT Freestyle 225 multi pack you can hold a 3 way conference call with an ex
21. e 55 How many telephones can you have 57 ROME Sis cc s ERR e 57 5 Getting started WARNING Do not place your BT Freestyle 225 in the bathroom or other humid areas Handset range The BT Freestyle 225 has a range of 300 metres outdoors when there is a clear line of sight between the base and the 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 Signal strength The Y symbol on your handset screen indicates when you are in range When 1 you are out of range the Y symbol flashes and the screen displays Searching You should move closer to the base if this happens to ensure the full functionality of your phone IMPORTANT Do not connect the telephone line until at least one of the handsets is fully charged The base station must be plugged into the mains power at all times Location You need to place your BT Freestyle 225 base within 2 metres of a mains power 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 225 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 S
22. ectronic Equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its working life 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 minimise 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 General information 55 Connecting to a switchboard Switchboard compatibility This telephone may be connected to most types of switchboard however in the event of any difficulties consult your switchboard Service Provider Dialling mode Your BT Freestyle 225 is set to DTMF Tone dialling Some switchboards may require Pulse dialling To change the dialling mode see Dial mode page 34 Recall R Recall is used when connected to certain switchboards PBXs and some BT Calling Featu
23. etting up Plug the mains power cable into the power socket on the back of the base Plug the other end into the mains socket and switch on Mains power cable 2 Batteries will come inserted in the battery compartment Pull the plastic tag as instructed to activate the batteries 3 Place the handset on the base to charge the batteries for at least 16 hours The main handset is pre registered to the base as 1 Handset 1 This is shown on the display When the handset is fully charged the display shows the mmm symbol 4 After 16 hours connect the telephone line cord to the base and plug the other end into the wall socket a Telephone line cord Getting started Which socket VW Power socket Telephone line socket Talk Standby time Under ideal conditions fully charged handset batteries should give about 10 hours talk time or 100 hours standby time on a single charge Battery low warning Ifthe 1 1 symbol is flashing you will need to recharge your handset before using it Battery performance To keep your batteries in the best condition leave the handset off the base for a few hours at a time after the initial 16 hour charge New NiMH batteries do not reach full capacity until they have been in normal use for several days Running the batteries right down at least once a week will help them last as long as possible IMPORTANT Only
24. eypad lock Press and hold to lock unlock the keypad page 21 Press and hold to switch the ringer on off page 21 12 Getting to know your phone Handset display icons These are the symbols you will see on your handset s display v TOM O R XS on mm A UP DOWN PU HANDSFREE 5 MUTE W When scrolling through the menu Handsfree on Secrecy on ANTENNA QO TAPE O KEY Steady when in range Flashing Answer machine on Flashes when Keypad lock on when out of range new messages are waiting on your answer machine 3 BATTERY l HANDSET Battery empty Handset in use Incoming call CROSSED BELL amp Ring volume off Lu Battery low TM Battery half full Ham Battery full Getting to know your phone 13 Base Find Press to page locate a handset see page 21 Charger For multiple pack users only If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 14 Getting to know your phone Navigating the menus Your BT Freestyle 225 handset features an easy to use menu system Have a look at the menu map on the next page When the handset is switched on and in standby Press to open the main menu and select the function you want by pressing the B or 8 button For example to change the ringer melody Press to open the main menu Press a or F until the display shows etur hiset and press 29 Rina melocty
25. ges to choose from You can also record your own outgoing messages Answer and Record This allows your caller to leave a message for you The pre recorded message is Hello your call cannot be taken at the moment so please leave your message after the tone Answer Only This does not allow your caller to leave a message The pre recorded message is Hello your call cannot be taken at the moment and you cannot leave a message so please call later 62 or email bt helpdesk vtec Answering machine 45 Select answer mode Press twice to enter the answering machine mode to select The display shows Lizten Listen to the voice prompt To hear the main menu press 1 Press until you hear the answer mode you want either Answer only is on or Answer and record is on Record your own outgoing message Your message can be up to 2 minutes long It replaces the pre recorded outgoing message but you can reinstate this later if you wish Press GB twice to enter the answering machine mode Press a or 7 until ns zettirss is displayed and press to select Listen to the voice prompt To hear the main menu press 1 Press GJ Speak your message clearly after the tone To end recording press ED Your message is played back for checking 46 Answering machine Play check outgoing message Press twice to enter the answering machine mode to select Listen to the voice prompt To
26. going messages one for Answer and Record mode and one for Answer Only mode You can also record your own outgoing message Your BT Freestyle 225 gives clear voice prompts to help you when using the answering machine Switch on off When first connected to the mains power your BT Freestyle 225 is set to ON and Answer and Record When set to on the Q9 symbol is displayed 1 Press GB twice to enter the answering machine mode 2 Press n or a until Ang settings is displayed and press to select The display shows Lis terck Listen to the voice prompt To hear the main menu press 1 44 Answering machine If you have not already set the day and time you will need to do this so that you will know when each message was received see page 8 Call Screening When a caller is leaving a message Screen appears on the display Pressing allows you to monitor the message being left without the caller hearing you You can then press 9 to accept the call or to stop monitoring If you expe 3 4 ny problems please call the Helpline on 0870 24 Press to hear the menu choices Press to switch the answering machine on or off The machine confirms by announcing Answer on or Answer off Press and hold to return to standby mode Outgoing messages This is the message your caller hears when the answering machine picks up their call Your BT Freestyle 225 comes with two pre recorded outgoing messa
27. ings 3 Press or E until Reset is displayed press to confirm 4 Reset is displayed Press 3 Stored is displayed Default settings Earpiece volume 3 Handsfree volume 3 External handset ringer melody 1 External handset ringer volume 5 Battery low tone On Out of range tone Off Key beeps On Keypad lock Off Redial list memory Empty Directory Empty Calls list Empty Base settings Change PIN code The default PIN setting is 0000 If you change your PIN keep a note of Your System PIN can help prevent unauthorised users from the newnumber by writing Win the changing the settings on your phone space provided on page 56 If you enter the wrong PIN code 1 Press to open the main menu rons FIN will be displayed 2 Press or a until the display shows Setur base and press 9 3 Change PIH is displayed press to select Enter FIH is displayed 4 Enter the existing PIN code using the keypad and press GB Hew FIH is displayed 5 Enter a new 4 digit PIN code using the keypad and press G3 Rerenat PIH is displayed 6 Re enter the new PIN code and press 9 Stored is displayed 7 Press and hold to return to standby Mailbox number Your mailbox number is preset to 1571 This means that when you hold down the phone will automatically dial BT s 1571 service If you do not use 1571 you may want to change your mailbox number 34 Base settings Tone is the defau
28. lect 5 Delete is displayed press again to confirm 6 Deleted is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode Delete the entire Calls list 1 Press G33 to open the main menu 2 Press B or 7 to display Calls List and press to select The most recent missed call is displayed 3 Press E or amp to scroll through the Calls list to the entry you want and press to select 4 Press Ml or E to display Delete list and press to select 5 Delete list is displayed press l again to confirm 6 Deleted is displayed then EmrFt y Press and hold to return to standby mode BT Calling Features By pressing the button on the handset your BT Freestyle 225 gives you easy access to a range of pre stored BT Calling Features These are Helpdesk Divert Off Call Wait Off Dir Enquiries Check Divert Call Wait Divert On Call Wait On BT Helpdesk Press GB Helecesk is displayed Press or n The BT Helpdesk for this product will be automatically dialled BT Directory Enquiries Press GB then scroll F to DirEnauiries and then SG mn Call Divert On Divert all incoming calls to another number of your choice Press then scroll a to Divert On Press or a to dial the code Follow the spoken instructions BT Calling Features may require a subscription with a fee payable for the service Please contact BT on 0800 800 150 for further details The BT Calling Features works in exactly the same way
29. lified expert be sought before using this product in the vicinity of emergency intensive care medical equipment It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a medical expert before using this product Never dispose of batteries in a fire There is a serious risk of explosion and or the release of highly toxic chemicals Cleaning Simply clean the handset and base 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 BT Freestyle 225 handset may become warm when the batteries are being recharged This is normal We recommend that you do not place the product on antique veneered wood to avoid damage 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 There 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 El
30. lt setting for the UK You should only have to change this if connected to a switchboard that requires Pulse dialling To change your mailbox number Press GB to open the main menu Press a or Ml until the display shows Setur base and press C Press B or 7 until the display shows Voice mail and press C Mailbox Ho is displayed press GD The current mailbox no is displayed Press to delete the current number then enter your desired number Press KI Stored will be displayed Press and hold to return to the idle screen Now when you hold down the your phone will automatically dial the number you entered Dial mode Your BT Freestyle 225 is pre set to tone dialling DTMF You can set the dial mode to pulse dialling if your switchboard requires Press to open the main menu Press n or 7 until the display shows Setur base and press 29 Press m or F until the display shows Ilial made and press to select lelplin n 0870 240 3962 email bt helodesk vtecheuror Press a or 7 to display either Tore or Fulse and press You hear a confirmation tone and Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby Restore default settings You can reset your BT Freestyle 225 base to its default original settings Press GB to open the main menu Press n or a until the display shows Setur base and press C3 Press Bl or El until Reset is displayed press B to select
31. ndset on the charger and charge for at least 16 hours Your BT Freestyle 225 multiple pack is now ready for use If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Getting to know your phone Handset BT button Press to access the BT Calling features services list page 39 Up From standby press to display the Calls list page 36 Use to scroll up through a menu or list During a call press to adjust the volume page 17 Cr Press to go back to previous display Press and hold to return to standby Used to delete digits and to switch Secrecy on and off page 18 Handsfree Press to activate handsfree loudspeaker mode page 17 Talk Press to make and receive phone calls Down Directory Press to access the directory page 24 Use to scroll down through a menu or list During a call press to adjust the volume page 17 Display With orange backlight Menu Used to access the main menu select sub menus and confirm changes Recall Used when connected to a switchboard PBX page 55 and with some BT Calling Features page 39 End call Press to end the call in progress Use to return to standby 25 Press to play and stop playback 4K Press to replay the message 5x Press to delete the message 6 gt i Press to skip to the next message 0 Press and hold to insert a pause in a number page 26 K
32. nt to ring in to find out if you have new messages If your answering machine answers after 2 rings you have new messages If you have no new messages it will answer after 6 rings So if you hear a third ring you can hang up before you are connected saving you the cost of a call Keep a note of your remote access code by writing it in the space provided on page 56 The default PIN setting is 0000 If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 50 Answering machine Change security PIN code Press to open the main menu The display shows AHS MACHINE Press then a or F until SECURITY FIH is displayed Press and EHTER FIH is displayed Enter your existing PIN using the keypad and press C9 HEH FIH is displayed Using the keypad enter your new four digit PIN and press 29 REPEAT FIH is displayed Re enter your new four digit PIN and press The display shows STORED Press and hold li to return to standby Switch answering machine on If you forget to switch on your answering machine you can do it from another phone Dial your phone number and after 20 rings you will hear Please enter your security code Enter your 4 digit code Press I to switch the answer machine on Check for messages Dial your phone number When you hear your outgoing message press You will hear Please enter your security code
33. ntil Hs Hame is displayed press to select Press to delete characters and use the keypad to enter the name you want then press l to confirm Registering handsets If you have purchased a Twin Trio or Quad the handsets in these packs are already pre registered to the main base Press and EE or F until REGISTREATIUH is displayed then press GB REGISTER is displayed press and EHTER FIH will be displayed Enter the base PIN original setting 0000 and press GBD The handset will display Searchins press and hold the button on the base Handset settings 31 The handset will temporarily display Rezizterecd then will display Handset and will be automatically assigned the next handset number De registering a handset You can de register any handset from a base using any of the handsets that are registered to it Press GB and 8 or F until REBISTRATIUH is displayed then press GB Press or until DEREGISTEER is displayed press and Enter FIH will be displayed Enter the base PIN original setting 0000 and press GD Use n or E to display the handset number you wish to de register then press GB IIEREGISTER will be displayed press again to confirm Restore default settings You can reset your BT Freestyle 225 handset to its default original settings Press GB to open the main menu Press B or until the display shows Setur hiset and press C 32 Handset sett
34. on Internal calls When you receive an internal call the calling handset number will be shown on the handset display mam Using the phone Make a call Press y Enter the telephone number and the number is dialled Preparatory dialling Use preparatory dialling to see and check the number on the display before you dial out The display can only show 12 digits at a time if you enter a number with more than 12 digits 3 dots will be displayed to the left of the number to indicate more digits Enter the number first then press or n to dial End a call Press 23 or place the handset back on the base Receiving calls ae receive an incoming call the telephone will ring and the icon will flash If the ringer is set to off the phone will not ring but you will hear one short beep tone to alert you If the handset is not in the base charger press or a to answer the call Using the phone I7 Or If two handsets are engaged on an internal call and an external incoming If the handset is on the base charger lift the handset to call is received beeps will be emitted at both internal handsets The internal call has to be ended before the external call can be answered answer the call The earpiece volume can only be changed when you are on a call Volume Adjust the volume during a call To increase the volume Press a To decrease the volume Press F Handsfree Handsfree lets you t
35. reestyle 225 has a total REN of 1 i e for a base and up to 4 handsets Any other instrument provided by BT may be assumed to have a REN of 1 unless stated otherwise A total REN of 4 is allowed per telephone line If the total REN of 4 is exceeded the telephone may not ring With different telephone types there is no guarantee of ringing even when the REN is less than 4 Only use approved power supply item code 040371 Only use approved AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries Additional handsets The BT Freestyle 225 is NOT GAP compatible You can only register BT Freestyle 225 handsets to your BT Freestyle 225 base station If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on General information 57 R amp TTE This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to the public telephone network and compatible switchboards This equipment complies with the essential requirements for the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC If you would like a copy of the Declaration of Conformity please visit bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 0 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Offices 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
36. res or those services available via your network provider Guarantee Your BT Freestyle 225 is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase Subject to the terms listed 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 225 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 General information 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 required 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 If you experience difficulty using the product prior to returning your product please read the Help section beginning on page 52 or contact the BT Freestyle Helpdesk for assistance on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com In the unlikely event of a defect occurring please follow the Helplines
37. s called Press or a to dial the number displayed To copy a redial number to the directory Press GB to open the main menu Press a or a to display Recdial Press to display the redial list Press B or g to display the number you want and press to select Press n or a to display Store Ho and press to select Hame is displayed Enter a name using the keypad and press to confirm Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode If a redial number is stored in the Directory the caller s name will be displayed instead of the number If there are no redial numbers stored Emet will be displayed If you dial the same number on more than one occasion only the most recent call details will be stored any previous occurrence will be deleted For help with entering names see page 24 20 Using the phone non ui A W To delete a number from the redial list Press GB to open the main menu Press n or a to display Feclial Press 9 to display the redial list Press B or 7 to display the number to be deleted and press 9 Press E or a to display Delete and press to select Delete is displayed press again to confirm Deleted is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode To delete the entire redial list Press GB to open the main menu Press B or 7 to display Redial Press GB to display the redial list With any of the redial numbers
38. se call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 52 Help If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Handset not registering Is Searchina displayed on the handset Check that the base is plugged into the mains power and switched on Check that there are charged batteries in the handset and that they are fitted correctly Forgotten your PIN number Try entering the default PIN 0000 If you have changed the number and cannot remember it contact the BT Freestyle Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com No display Check that the handset batteries are charged and correctly fitted If necessary replace the batteries Nothing happens when you press any button Is the O symbol displayed If so the key lock is on press and hold ED for 1 5 seconds to unlock the keypad No connection between handset and base You may be out of range is the T symbol flashing If so move closer to the base Help 53 Handset is not charging properly Make sure the handset is placed properly on the base charger When charging the battery symbol is shown filling up Clean the charging contacts with a soft slightly damp not wet cloth Handset does not ring Check that the batteries are inserted correctly Check that the handset ringer has not been switched off see page 21 Your caller cannot hear you Is the Il sym
39. st recent call will always be at the top of the list If a caller rings again their number will move to the top of the list View dial a number Press GB to open the main menu Press F to display Calls List and press to select Caller Display 37 The most recent missed call is displayed Press B or 7 to scroll through the Calls list Press or m to dial the number displayed To copy a Calls list number to the directory Press GB to open the main menu Press Ml to display Calls List and press to select The most recent missed call is displayed Press n or a to scroll through the Calls list to the entry you want and press KJ to select Press or F to display Store Ho and press GB to select Hame is displayed Enter a name using the keypad and press to confirm Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode Delete a number Press GB to open the main menu Press i to display Calls List and press to select The most recent missed call is displayed Instead of accessing the Calls list via the menu you can press gg from standby If a number is stored in the Directory the caller s name will be displayed instead of the number If there are no Calls list numbers stored Emet will be displayed 38 Caller Display 3 Press B or 7 to scroll through the Calls list to the entry you want and press EB to select 4 Press m or F to display Delete and press to se
40. ternal caller and the other internal handset During an external call press E then fll or B until the display shows Interrial Press to confirm Enter the number of the other handset you wish to join the call The other handset will ring The other handset answers the call by pressing g Press KI the display shows Conference Press C to confirm The external call and the two internal handsets are all connected to the conference Any caller can leave the conference by pressing B If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on Using the phone 23 To put an external call on hold during a conference press End Conf will be displayed Press to confirm To take the external caller off hold press GB Conference will be displayed press to confirm 0 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 222 Directory If there are no stored entries Emeta will be displayed If you try to store a new entry and the directory is full you will hear an error tone and Full will be displayed Press to delete an incorrect digit If the number you store has more than 11 digits the display shows three dots to the left of the number to indicate more digits ahead Writing tips If you make a mistake press EB to delete the last character or digit Press Ul repeatedly to enter the following SPACE 1 amp lt gt Press repeatedly to enter the following symbols 2 0
41. use the power supply and telephone line cord supplied with your BT Freestyle 225 otherwise the telephone may not work If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com 7 Getting started The charge capacity of rechargeable batteries will reduce with time as they wear out so reducing the talk standby time of the handset Eventually they will need to be replaced New batteries can be obtained from the BT Freestyle Helpline 0870 240 3962 Batteries and handset may become warm during charging This is normal Your BT Freestyle 225 uses the 24 hour clock If you have more than one handset registered to your base you only need to set the date and time on one handset and the other handsets will be automatically updated If you experience any problems p 3 lease ca Set the day and time If you subscribe to a Caller Display service the date and time will automatically be set when you receive a call In some cases you may have to manually set the year follow the instructions shown below Press to open the main menu Press E or a until the display shows Date Time and press 9 The current year setting is displayed enter the last 2 digits of the year e g press Wl then GJ for 2008 and press GD The current month setting is displayed enter 2 digits for the date and 2 for the month e g for 5th August press C GB GD and press GB The
42. usuue 21 Making internal calls 000 22 Receiving internal calls 22 Transferring calls c cece eens 22 3 Way conference calls 4 23 Directory Store am tmber osse tr re RES 24 Entering names eee cece eee eee 24 Character map cee ee eee e eens 25 Dial view anumber 0605 26 Edit a directory entry lusus 26 Delete a directory entry Ls 27 Handset settings Ringer melody 0cceeeeeeeeee 28 Ringer volume ccc e cece ee eeee 28 Handset tones on off 6 29 Handset name ssssssesses 30 Registering handsets 0 30 De registering a handset 31 Restore default settings 31 Default settings c eee e ee eee 32 Base settings Change PIN code eeeeeeeeeee 33 Mailbox number eeeeeeeee 33 Dial mode iiio cid weiss RR n 34 Restore default settings LLL 35 Default settings c cece eee 35 Caller Display Calls list cu reri etim eter n erecta 36 View dial a number 00ee000 36 To copy a Calls list number to the directory 37 Delete anumber c cece eens 37 Delete the entire Calls list 38 BT Calling Features BT Helpdesk oo rg 39 BT Directory Enquiries 39 CalliDivert On i iore err rp uen 40 Calli Divert Off ors 40
43. vider If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com If you experience any problems please ca Add edit a service Press then scroll to the service you want to edit or to display Emet and press 29 Chanse is displayed press KB If there is a previously stored number this will be displayed If necessary edit the number pressing to delete any existing digits then enter the new service number using the keypad and press B If there is a previously stored name this will be displayed If necessary edit the name pressing to delete any existing characters then enter the new service name using the keypad and press C9 Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode Delete a service Press then scroll to the service you want and press GB Scroll F to display Delete and press B Delete is displayed Press to confirm Deleted is displayed After 2 seconds the display shows Emeta Press and hold to return to standby mode the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Answering machine Your BT Freestyle 225 can digitally record up to 15 minutes of messages Each message can be up to a maximum of 3 minutes long You can operate your BT Freestyle 225 from m the handset m remotely from any external Touchtone telephone Your BT Freestyle 225 comes with two pre recorded out
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