Contents Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................. 4 HANDSET Controls - Location and Function .................................................................... 7 BASE UNIT Controls - Location and Function ................................................................... 11 Getting Started ...................................................................................................................
Contents Name and Telephone Number Directory ..................................................................... 27 Viewing the Directory ............................................................................................. 27 Speed Viewing the Directory ................................................................................. 27 Saving in the Directory ........................................................................................... 28 Preferred Calls ...........................
Contents Setting to Answer Calls ................................................................................................ 39 Setting to Announce Only ............................................................................................ 39 Setting Not to Answer Calls ......................................................................................... 40 Screening Incoming Calls ............................................................................................ 40 Message Alert ..
Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury, always follow these basic safety precautions when using your cordless telephone equipment. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone. 3. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlet before cleaning or replacing batteries. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. If necessary, use only a mild soap. 4.
Safety Instructions F. If the telephone exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 15. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 16. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. 17.
FOR BASE UNIT BATTERIES: 5. Do not attempt to recharge the battery(ies) identified for use with this product. The batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte or explode. 6. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the battery(ies) identified for use with this product by heating them. Sudden release of the battery electrolyte may occur causing burns or irritation to eyes or skin. 7. When replacing batteries, all batteries should be replaced at the same time.
HANDSET Controls HANDSET Controls 1. New Call/MSG (Message) Waiting LED Indicator: Blinks in green when recording new incoming call. Blinks in red when receiving Message Waiting signal, if you have subscribed from your local telephone company. (See page 24 for details.) 2. Large LCD Screen: Shows call information, phone status prompts and directory items. 3. DIR. (Directory) Button: Press to access names and numbers stored in the DIRECTORY. (See page 27 to 31 for details.
HANDSET Controls 4. 10 Digit Button: Press to place a local call with Area Code. 5. 7 Digit Button: Press to place a local call. 6. Talk Button: Press to answer an incoming call or to place a call. Press to end a call. Press twice to stop paging. 7. Memo Button: Press to store phone numbers in memory or to call a number you have stored previously. 8. Telephone Keypad: Allows you to make a call depending on pressed button. (For letters see page 36.) 9.
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HANDSET Controls HANDSET Controls - Answering System 23. Incoming Message (ICM) Play Button: Press to play messages. 24. Repeat Button: Press to repeat the message being played or a previous message. 25. Stop Button: Press to stop current activity. 26. Confirm Button: Press to play continuously. This prevents the Remote function from being disengaged when no Instruction Code is entered within 3 minutes. 27. Outgoing Messages (OGM) Play/Record Button: Press to play or record OGM. 28.
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BASE UNIT Controls BASE UNIT Controls - Cordless Telephone 1. In Use/Charge Indicator: Lights up when line is in use. Lights up when HANDSET is placed on the BASE UNIT for charging. 2. Page Button: Press to page the HANDSET. Press again to stop. 3. ANTENNA: Raise for the best reception. 4. Modular Line Jack: Accepts line cord to make connection with modular type telephone outlet. 5. Power In Jack: Accepts 12VAC Power from AC ADAPTOR. 6.
BASE UNIT Controls BASE UNIT Controls - Answering System 7. Mailbox 3 Indicator: Lights to indicate the presence of message(s) and blinks to indicate Mailbox 3 is active and ready to operate. 8. Mailbox 2 Indicator: Lights to indicate the presence of message(s) and blinks to indicate Mailbox 2 is active and ready to operate. 9. Answer Control Indicator: Lights up when answering function is controlled by the HANDSET. 10. Mailbox 2 Button: Press to activate functions for Mailbox 2. 11.
BASE UNIT Controls 18. Outgoing Message (OGM) Button: Press to play/record an OGM. 19. Memo Button: Press to record memo messages. 20. Answer Function ON/OFF Indicator: Indicates whether answer function is ON/OFF. 21. Answer Function ON/OFF Button: Press to activate or deactivate answer function. 22. Battery Low Indicator: Lights when backup battery power is low. 23. Mailbox 3 Button: Press to activate functions for Mailbox 3. 24.
Getting Started Connecting Your Phone This section is a reference guide in connecting your cordless telephone for proper operation. 1. Carefully remove your cordless telephone from its shipping carton. If there is any visible damage, do not attempt to operate this equipment. Return it to the place of purchase. 2. Check to be sure you have all items that come with this cordless telephone system.
Getting Started 5. Insert the small plug on the end of the AC ADAPTOR into the POWER-IN connection jack on the back of the BASE UNIT. 6. Plug the AC ADAPTOR (output:12VAC, 500mA) into a 120V AC wall outlet. 7. Set the date and time of the HANDSET and the BASE UNIT. (For the HANDSET see page 33, for the BASE UNIT see page 37.) 8. Raise the antenna on the BASE UNIT for the best reception. 9. We recommend not placing this unit next to appliances. Doing so may cause interference. 10.
Desk Mounting Desk Mounting One of the special features of your telephone is the unique design of the MOUNTING BRACKET which can hold your phone at an angle of 30O and 60O when desk mounting. There are three positions to choose from: 1. NORMAL POSITION (Mounting Bracket not required) For Normal Position, as shown in Figure 1, place the BASE UNIT in any desired but suitable location. To charge the batteries, place the HANDSET in its charge cradle. FIGURE 1 2.
Wall Mounting Wall Mounting You may choose to mount the BASE UNIT of your cordless telephone on a wall. 1. With the back of the BASE UNIT facing up, connect the SHORT TELEPHONE LINE CORD to the telephone line jack. 2. Insert the SHORT TELEPHONE LINE CORD through the hole of the MOUNTING BRACKET. 3. Insert the hooks of the MOUNTING BRACKET (marked "WALL MOUNT") into the matching slots of the BASE UNIT (as shown below). Then slide the MOUNTING BRACKET into place as indicated by the arrow.
Cordless Telephone Operation Preparing for Use Before you can use your cordless telephone, you must charge the HANDSET for at least 12 hours. Failure to do so will require recharging of the battery pack more often. 1. Place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT for at least 12 hours. 2. After 12 hours, remove the HANDSET from the BASE UNIT. 3. RAISE THE ANTENNA FOR BEST RECEPTION. Before you can use your cordless telephone, you must charge the HANDSET for 12 hours.
Cordless Telephone Operation Receiving Calls 1. When the phone rings, lift the HANDSET and press the TALK button. The BASE 7 10 1+ UNIT IN USE indicator will light up. TALK 2. Start your conversation. 3. To end your conversation, either press 3 1 2 the TALK button or place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT. When the HANDSET is placed on the BASE UNIT charge cradle, the automatic STANDBY feature is then activated. NOTE: The Call Timer will start to count once you press the TALK button. FUNC. DIAL MEMO ANS.
Cordless Telephone Operation Placing Calls 1. Press the TALK button, Call Timer starts to count. The BASE UNIT IN USE indicator will light up. 2. Listen for a dial tone. 3. Dial the phone number. 4. When finished with your call, press the TALK button or place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT. OR 1. Dial the phone number. 2. Press the 7 or 10 or 1+ button. The BASE UNIT IN USE indicator will light and the number will automatically dial. 3.
Cordless Telephone Operation Storing Numbers 1. Be sure the BASE UNIT IN USE indicator is off and the HANDSET is in STANDBY mode. 2. Press the MEMO button. 3. Select the index number, use the TELEPHONE KEYPAD button (0~9) or the or button. e.g. Previously stored number Index Number (1-10) 4. Press the EDIT button. To erase digits, press the DELETE button. To add digits, use the TELEPHONE KEYPAD. 5. Dial the telephone number you want to store. 6. Press the SAVE button. 7.
Recalling Stored Numbers from Memory 1. Press the TALK button. 2. Press the MEMO button. 3. Press the index number for the number you have stored. The stored number will be dialed automatically. 4. To end your conversation, either press the TALK button or place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT. EXAMPLE: To recall number 555-1212 stored under key 1 on the keypad: - Press the TALK button. - Press the MEMO button. - Dial 1. OR 1. Press the MEMO button. 2. Press the index number for the number you have stored. 3.
Caller ID System Operation Caller ID System This telephone automatically displays incoming caller's name and telephone number together with the date and time of the call. It records up to 80 calls and stores the data in memory. IMPORTANT: You must subscribe to the Caller ID service from your local telephone company to utilize this feature. Viewing Caller Information During Incoming Calls 1.
d Caller ID System Operation Caller ID on Call Waiting When you have subscribed to Call Waiting service from your local telephone company, this telephone can indicate the name and number of the second caller while you are having a conversation. e.g. 1. When you are having a conversation, this telephone will automatically display the name and number of the second caller. 2nd Caller 2. Press the FLASH button to answer the second caller. The first caller's name and number will be displayed. e.g. 3.
Caller ID System Operation Placing a Call from the Caller List 1. Press the button to select from the latest record, or Press the button to select from the first record. 2. Press the 7 button for a local call, or press the 10 button for a local call with area code, or press the 1+ button for a long distance call. 3. To end your conversation, press the TALK button or place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT. To place a call from the Caller List in TALK mode, press the TALK button, then follow steps 1 to 3.
Deleting All Records in the Caller List 1. Press and hold down the DELETE button at STANDBY mode. 2. The LCD screen will automatically return to STANDBY mode. Selective Deleting in the Caller List 1. Press the or button to find the caller at STANDBY mode. 2. Press and hold down the DELETE button, then the LCD screen will display the next item in the directory. 3. Press the DIR. button to return to STANDBY mode.
Saving in the Directory 1. Press the DIR. button at STANDBY mode. 2. Press the EDIT button. 3. Use the TELEPHONE KEYPAD button (0~9) to enter the name, (See page 36 for details) you can store up to 15 characters. 4. Press the button once. 5. Enter the telephone number using the TELEPHONE KEYPAD button (0~9). You can store up to 16 digits. 6. Press the SAVE button. 7. Press the DIR. button to go back to STANDBY mode.
Editing Name and Number in the Directory 1. Press the DIR. button. 2. Press the or button to find the one you want to edit. e.g. 3. Press the EDIT button to edit the name. e.g. cursor is blinking 4. Press the or button to move the cursor to the letter or number you want to change. To erase, press the DELETE button. To add, use the TELEPHONE KEYPAD buttons (0~9). (See page 36 for details.) 5. Press the or button to edit the number. 6. Press the or button to move the cursor to the number you want to change.
Editing the Number in the Directory before Dialing 1. Press the DIR. button. 2. Press the and button to find the caller. 3. Press the EDIT button. 4. Press the button. e.g. cursor is blinking or button to move the cursor to the number 5. Press the you want to change. To erase, press the DELETE button. To add, use the TELEPHONE KEYPAD buttons. 6. Press the 7 button for a local call, or press the 10 button for a local call with area code, or press the 1+ button for a long distance call. 7.
Placing Calls from the Directory 1. Press the DIR. button. 2. Press the or button to find the one you want to call. 3. Press the 7 button for a local call, or press the 10 button for a local call with area code, or press the 1+ button for a long distance call. 4. To end your conversation, press the TALK button or place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT. Deleting All Records in the Directory 1. Press the DIR. button. 2. Press and hold down the DELETE button at STANDBY mode. 3. Press the DIR.
Function Operation This unit contains the following special functions: A. LANGUAGE F. PBX NUMBER B. SILENT ON/OFF G. PBX ON/OFF C. TIME SET H. PAUSE TIME D. RINGER VOLUME I. MSG WAITING E. CONTRAST To access, press the FUNC. button at STANDBY mode, then press the TELEPHONE KEYPAD (1~9) or the or buttons.
A. Language This telephone offers English, Spanish and French languages for your convenience. 1. Press the FUNC. button. 2. Press the TELEPHONE KEYPAD #1 button. 3. Press the EDIT button. 4. Press the or button to select the type of language you desire. English is the preset language. 5. Press the SAVE button. 6. Press the FUNC. button to go back to STANDBY mode. B. Silent ON/OFF This telephone will generate the first ring sound even in the Blocked Call mode to indicate that you have an incoming call.
D. Ringer Volume This unit enables you to adjust the ringer volume from HI, LOW and OFF as desired. 1. Press the FUNC. button. 2. Press the TELEPHONE KEYPAD #4 button. 3. Press the EDIT button. 4. Press the or button to adjust the ringer volume suitable for your convenience. (HI is the preset ringer volume.) 5. Press the SAVE button. 6. Press the FUNC. button to go back to STANDBY mode. E. Contrast This unit enables you to select 8 brightness levels for the Large LCD display. 1. Press the FUNC. button. 2.
G. PBX Mode This unit enables you to turn ON/OFF the PBX system depending on the telephone system you are using. Press the FUNC. button. Press the TELEPHONE KEYPAD #7 button. Press the EDIT button. or button. Press the PBX MODE OFF - set for direct line access. The preset PBX mode is OFF. PBX MODE ON - When connected to a switchboard system. 5. Press the SAVE button. 1. 2. 3. 4. 6. Press the FUNC. button to go back to STANDBY mode.
Telephone Keypad Characters The Telephone Keypad buttons (1~9) are used to enter the characters when entering names. Press the appropriate keypad button to get the following characters. KEYPAD BUTTONS CHARACTERS 1 SPACE & ' ( ) 2 ABC2 3 DEF3 4 GHI4 5 JKL5 6 MNO6 7 PQRS7 8 TUV8 9 WXYZ9 * * 0 0 # # * .1 For example, if you want to enter the character "S", press the "7" key, the first character displayed will be "P".
Answering System Operation Setting the Day / Time Stamp 1. Press and hold down the SET button until you hear the announcement "Please enter the day and time." Afterwhich, enter the current day and time. 2. Day Setting Press and hold down the DAY button. The corresponding number of the day mentioned will be displayed and announced. Release the button when the desired day is mentioned. 3. Hour Setting Press and hold down the HOUR button. The corresponding hour mentioned will be displayed and announced.
Recording Your Outgoing Messages Your Answering System provides one primary mailbox and four individual mailboxes (1, 2, 3, 4) which can receive their own incoming messages. Before using your Answering System, it is suggested that you record an Outgoing Message (OGM). This is the announcement callers will hear when the system answers a call. A pre-recorded system announcement "Hello, please leave a message after the tone." is made available if you choose not to record your own outgoing message. A.
NOTE: To check your OGM in a mailbox, press a mailbox button and then press the OGM button. If you have no OGM in a mailbox, it will announce "You have no OGM, mailbox X". Once a mailbox is activated, the corresponding light blinks slowly to indicate mailbox is actively ready to perform various functions. You have 10 seconds to carry out the desired function by pressing the appropriate button. Otherwise, the system will automatically switch back to the primary mailbox.
Setting Not to Answer Calls 1. Press the ANS. ON/OFF button to turn OFF the answer function. 2. The ANSWER ON/OFF indicator should be OFF. Once turned OFF, the answer function will answer only on the tenth ring, allowing you to turn the system ON from a remote location. Screening Incoming Calls The system allows you to listen to a caller leaving a message. Once the system starts answering a call, either press the ANS.
B. To record a memo in individual Mailbox (1, 2, 3, 4) 1. Press a mailbox button, the corresponding mailbox indicator will blink. 2. Press and hold down the MEMO button to record your memo. 3. Begin speaking right after you hear the tone. Do not release the button until you have completed your memo. 4. Release the MEMO button once your memo is completed. The system advances the message count automatically before the actual message recording. Length of message less than 3 seconds will not be counted.
Saving Messages The system saves your messages automatically. After playing back all your messages, the system announces "End of messages" and the total number of messages stored in memory will be indicated in the Message Display. NOTE: unit System has a total memory capacity of 15 minutes which can store up to 69 messages (OGM/ICM/MEMO). If the recorded messages contains high background noise, the total recording capacity of the will be less than 15 minutes. Erasing Messages 1.
Remote Control Operation The Answering System can be operated through the HANDSET or away from your home through a Tone telephone. Remote Operation through the HANDSET You can operate your Answering System via remote control using the HANDSET. 1. Press the ANS.CONT button at STANDBY mode, to activate remote control function. 2. Press the corresponding number of the function you wish to activate. A. Press "2" to play messages. B. While playing messages, press "1" to repeat or "3" to skip. C.
Remote Operation through Tone Telephone You can use many system features when you are away from home. To protect your privacy, most features can be used only after you enter the three-digit Remote Access Code. Remote Access Codes The Remote Access Codes are preset at factory as shown below. You can use the preset codes or choose your own.
Using the Remote Voice Instruction Code 1. Dial your telephone number. 2. Listen to or bypass the OGM in primary mailbox. 3. Enter your Remote Access Code. If the announcement does not stop, enter the code again. 4. The system will request that you enter the instruction code or press "0" for help. A. If you do not know the instruction code, press "0" immediately. The system will announce the Group I instruction codes.
Security Security System Your cordless telephone uses a digital coding security system to prevent unauthorized use of your telephone line by another nearby cordless telephone. The system has its own identifying signal created by microcomputers in both the BASE UNIT and HANDSET. Security Code This telephone has an internal security code with 65,536 possible combinations. Each time you pick up the HANDSET, the code is randomly set to a new combination.
Recharging the Battery Pack Battery Type Use the following type and size battery pack: Cordless Telephone Battery Pack 3.6V, 600mAh U.S. Electronics Inc. Ni-Cd Battery Pack: model B650 Ni-Cd This battery pack is available through: U.S. Electronics Service Center 105 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10016 1-800-338-1694 Recharging the Battery Pack The nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries in the HANDSET can be recharged many times using the built-in charger in the BASE UNIT.
Changing the Battery Pack Changing the Battery Pack The battery pack provides power for the HANDSET of your cordless telephone. To Replace the Battery Pack: 1. Remove the HANDSET battery compartment cover by pressing and sliding it down. 2. Pull out the battery connector and remove the battery pack. 3. Plug the new battery pack into the battery connector. 4. Slide the HANDSET battery compartment cover firmly into place in its closed position. 5. Before use, charge the new battery pack for 12 hours.
Problem Solving Problem Solving Section For your assistance, we have listed below a few common problems. Phone does not work, check the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. BASE UNIT is plugged into power source. HANDSET is charged. TONE/PULSE SWITCH is in the right position. LINE CORD is plugged in the jack. Range of phone limited, check the following: 1. ANTENNA on the BASE UNIT is raised. 2. BASE UNIT is centrally located in your residence. 3. BASE UNIT is not located near appliances.
Problem Solving Answering System does not work, check the following: 1. BASE UNIT is plugged into power source. 2. Reset the system by pressing the RESET button at the side of BASE UNIT. Answering System does not answer calls, check the following: 1. Answer ON/OFF indicator is lit. Answers calls only after 10 rings, check the following: 1. Answer ON/OFF indicator is lit. 2. Message memory is not full. Battery low indicator lit up, check the following: 1. 4 AAA size Batteries are properly installed. 2.
Technical Information Technical Information This cordless telephone uses radio frequencies to allow mobility. There are certain difficulties in using radio frequencies with a cordless telephone. While these are normal, the following could affect operation of your system. Noise Electrical pulse noise is present in most homes at one time or another. This noise is most intense during electrical storms.
FCC Requirements Federal Communications Commission Requirements This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC Rules. A label on the BASE UNIT of this equipment contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company.
FCC Requirements Federal Communications Commission Requirements (continued) NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Warranty Warranty Information BellSouth Products One-Year Limited Warranty This limited warranty sets forth all BellSouth Products responsibilities regarding your product. There are no other expressed or implied warranties from BellSouth Products. Warranty Service Provided If you purchased the telephone new from a retail vendor, BellSouth Products warrants the telephone against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase.
Warranty What To Do for Warranty Service During the first thirty (30) days, a defective product is eligible for over-thecounter exchange at the retailer from whom it was purchased. After thirty (30) days, the defective product should be returned to the authorized service center. Please allow a minimum of 3 weeks for the return of your product unless other instructions are provided by U. S. Electronics. The shipping address of the authorized service center is: U.S.
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Wall Mount Template This page serves as a template for attachment of screws to the wall when mounting this telephone on the wall. 1. Cut out this page. 2. Use this template to determine the distance between screws when mounting this phone on the wall. The two cross hairs identify where to attach the screws.
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