2.4 GHz CORDLESS ALL DIGITAL ANSWERING SYSTEM WITH CALLER ID/CALL WAITING 50 CHANNEL AUTOSCAN WITH 4 INDIVIDUAL MAILBOXES Model GH9488 OWNER'S MANUAL INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS L-D-C C-F AM PM CALLS BATT MSG DIR # NEW RPT TOTAL PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. KEEP FOR YOUR REFERENCE. on page 7 or your separate Quick Start guide.
Special Features C ongratulations on your selection of a quality BellSouth Product. With proper care and adherence to the setup and user instructions in this Owner’s Manual, this unit will provide you with years of trouble free service. BellSouth is committed to providing quality products that fit your needs. We would like to have any comments or suggestions you might have on this product. You may mail your comments to: U.S.
Special Features CALLER ID SYSTEM Multi-Function Large LCD Screen - Shows the number you are dialing, and with Caller ID service (available through subscription from your local telephone company), displays information about the caller before you answer the call. Name and Number Directory - Stores up to 40 names and numbers so that you can call them with a single key stroke. Caller List - Available with Caller ID service. Stores up to 80 calls to keep track of everyone who called.
HANDSET Controls 9. HANDSET ANTENNA 10. NEW CALL/MESSAGE WAITING LED INDICATOR Pg. 13, 14 1. LARGE LCD SCREEN 2. SCROLL UP-DOWN/SHIFT LEFT-RIGHT BUTTON Pg. 12, 14~24 11. BATT LOW INDICATOR Pg. 27 3. TALK BUTTON Pg. 6, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 18, 29 12. DIR (DIRECTORY) BUTTON Pg. 14~19 4. MENU/VOICE MAIL BUTTON Pg. 13, 20~25 13. REDIAL/PAUSE/SAVE BUTTON Pg. 10, 15~18, 20~25 5. HEADSET JACK Pg. 11 14. VOLUME CONTROL (HI, MID, LOW) SWITCH 6. TELEPHONE KEYPAD Pg. 16~18, 20~22, 24, 25 15. OPTION BUTTON Pg.
HANDSET Controls 4. save/redial Button: (SAVE) Press and hold down to save the changes on the listed items. (REDIAL) Press to redial the last number you dialed. (PAUSE) Press to insert a pause while dialing. (You will need the save /redial button to dial numbers which use an alternative Long Distance Access Code.) 5. # /option Button: (OPTION) Press to change the telephone number of the displayed Caller ID record into 7/10/11 digit dialing mode during Caller ID callback. 6.
18. O U T G O I N G MESSAGE BUTTON Pg. 29, 30 1. P L A Y B U T T O N Pg. 32 19. M E M O B U T T O N Pg. 31, 33 2. R E S E T B U T T O N Pg. 28 20. S T O P B U T T O N Pg. 32 3. P O W E R - I N CONNECTION JACK Pg. 7, 8 21. S K I P B U T T O N Pg. 32 4. T E L E P H O N E L I N E CONNECTION JACK Pg. 8, 10, 39 22. L E D M E S S A G E DISPLAY Pg. 33 5. E R A S E B U T T O N Pg. 33 23. BASE UNIT ANTENNA Pg. 8, 11, 39 6. P A G E B U T T O N 7. M A I L B O X 1 B U T T O N 24. R E P E A T B U T T O N Pg.
BASE UNIT Controls 1. Button: Press to set the day during time setting, or press to set the first digit of the access code during code setting. 2. MINUTE Button: Press to set minute during time setting, or press to set the third digit of the access code during code setting. 3. 4. Button: Press to set/check the day and time. Button: Press to set the hour during time setting, or press to set the second digit of the access code during code setting. 5.
BASE UNIT Controls 18. (MAILBOX 1) Button: Press to activate functions for MAILBOX 1. 19. (MAILBOX 2) Button: Press to activate functions for MAILBOX 2. 20. (MAILBOX 3) Button: Press to activate functions for MAILBOX 3. 21. (MAILBOX 4) Button: Press to activate functions for MAILBOX 4. 22. BASE UNIT ANTENNA: Raise or reposition for the best reception. 23.
Contents Safety Instructions.....................................................................................................................4 Getting Started........................................................................................................................... 7 Desk Mounting............................................................................................................................10 Wall Mounting.......................................................................
Contents Function Settings................................................................................................................22 A. Setting the Ringer Level.........................................................................................23 B. Changing the Language.........................................................................................23 C. Turning the First Ring ON or OFF........................................................................... 24 D.
Contents Security................................................................................................................................ 36 Recharging the BATTERY PACK...........................................................................................37 Changing the BATTERY PACK.............................................................................................. 38 Problem Solving........................................................................................................
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. Do not use this telephone near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else where there is water. 4.
Safety Instructions 16. 17. 18. 19. E. If the telephone has been dropped or the case has been damaged. F. If the telephone exhibits a distinct change in performance. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION: The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable BATTERY PACK. The BATTERY PACK is recyclable. At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this BATTERY PACK into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.
Getting Started Connecting Your Phone This section is a reference guide to the basic functions and operations of your cordless telephone. For more detailed descriptions of the operations and features of this telephone, refer to the Contents on page 1. 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.
Getting Started 120V WALL OUTLET TELEPHONE JACK AC ADAPTER TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION JACK POWER-IN CONNECTION JACK TELEPHONE LINE CORD 5. Insert one plug of the TELEPHONE LINE CORD into the house TELEPHONE JACK and the other end into the TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION JACK at the back of the BASE UNIT. (If you have an older 4-prong TELEPHONE JACK, you will need an RJ-11C TELEPHONE JACK ADAPTOR. This adaptor is available at the same place you purchased your telephone.) 6.
Getting Started Press the button to confirm that you have a dial tone. If you do not get a dial tone, review steps 3 through 14. If you still do not have a dial tone, refer to the Problem Solving section on page 39. Belt Clip Installation With the back of the HANDSET facing up, insert one side of the BELT CLIP HOOK into the matching slot at the top side of the HANDSET. Press down on the opposite side of the BELT CLIP until the other hook locks into the slot on the side of the HANDSET. BELT CLIP HOOK 13.
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 15° when desk mounting. There are two positions to choose from: 1. NORMAL POSITION (MOUNTING BRACKET not required): For normal position, as shown in Figure 1, place the BASE UNIT on any desired but suitable location. FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 2.
Cordless Telephone Operation Preparing for Use Before you can use your cordless telephone, you must charge the HANDSET for 12 hours. Failure to do so will require recharging of the BATTERY PACK more often. 1. Place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT for 12 hours. 2. After 12 hours, remove the HANDSET from the BASE UNIT. 3. Raise or reposition the BASE UNIT ANTENNA for the best reception. Before you can use your cordless telephone, you must charge the HANDSET for 12 hours.
Cordless Telephone Operation Placing Calls 1. Press the button, the Call Timer starts to count. 2. Wait until you hear a dial tone and then dial the phone number. 3. When you have finished your call, press the button again or place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT. OR 1. Dial the phone number. 2. Press the button. T h e n u m b e r displayed will be dialed. 3. When you have finished with your call, press the button again or place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT. Redialing 1.
Cordless Telephone Operation Using the Headset Feature Your telephone can utilize a headset (not included) to be connected to your HANDSET for you to enjoy hands-free communication. Insert the small plug on the end of the headset into the HEADSET JACK at the right side of the HANDSET. Follow the procedures discussed in “Receiving Calls” and “Placing Calls” to receive and place a call. Headsets are available at most retail outlets that sell telephone equipment. The HEADSET JACK is compatible with 2.
Caller ID System Operation Caller ID System This telephone automatically displays an 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.
Caller ID System Operation Caller ID with Call Waiting When you subscribe to Call Waiting service from your local telephone company, this telephone will display the name and number of the second caller while you are having a conversation with the first caller. When a new call comes in while you are talking, you will hear a notification beep from the HANDSET and the volume is momentarily muted. The new caller’s name and phone number, if available, appears on the display.
Caller ID System Operation Caller List This phone automatically stores the last 80 calls received. It records call information such as caller’s name and telephone number together with the date and time of the call. The NEW CALL LED indicator will blink to indicate that you have a new Caller ID call stored in memory. Viewing the Caller List 1. With the handset is in the STANDBY mode, press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button. 2. Any unviewed (new) calls will be displayed first.
Caller ID System Operation Storing Caller ID Records into the Directory 1. Press the SCROLL UP into the directory. 2. Press and hold the save or DOWN button to find the record you wish to store button. 3. The display will show “SAVED.” 4. If you wish to edit the newly stored number, edit it in the phone book (page 20, “Editing a Stored Number”). 5. Press the button to return the HANDSET to STANDBY mode.
Caller ID System Operation Name and Telephone Number DIRECTORY This directory lets you scroll through the list to find the person you need for one touch dialing. You can store up to 40 names and telephone numbers in the Memory. Viewing the Directory (Phonebook) 1. Press the button. 2. Press a TELEPHONE KEYPAD ( 2 abc to 9 wxy ) which corresponds to the first letter of a name (a triple beep will sound if no entries are stored under those letters).
Caller ID System Operation Telephone Keypad Characters The TELEPHONE KEYPAD buttons are used to enter characters when entering names and numbers. Press the appropriate TELEPHONE KEYPAD button to get the following characters. Keypad 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th Buttons Press Press Press Press Press Press Press Press Press 1 Space 1 & ‘ ( ) .
Caller ID System Operation Placing Calls from the DIRECTORY 1. Press the button. 2. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to find the record you want to call. OR Press a TELEPHONE KEYPAD ( 2 abc to 9 wxy ) which corresponds to the first letter of a name. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to find the record you wish to call. 3. Press the button to dial out the displayed number. 4. To end the call, either press the UNIT.
Caller ID System Operation Deleting a Stored Number in the Directory 1. Press the button. 2. Press the SCROLL UP 3. Press the del or DOWN button. The LCD screen will prompt “ERASE ITEM?” 4. To delete the record, press the 5. Press the button to find the record you wish to delete. del button. button to return to STANDBY mode. PREFERRED CALLS You can assign stored numbers as PREFERRED CALL.
Caller ID System Operation Function Settings You can change the setting on the handset in the functions menu. Access the functions menu by pressing and holding the /menu button. There are 11 settings in the functions menu which can be changed. You can scroll through the function menu in the listed order by pressing SCROLL DOWN button. Settings can be reached directly by pressing that number on the keypad.
Caller ID System Operation TELEPHONE KEYPAD oper 00 ** Function MSG Waiting Delete: Clears any current message waiting indication. Area Code: Allows the programming of a home area code where 7-digit dialing is used for ease of callback and other features (do not program if you use 10-digit dialing to call numbers in your area). NOTE: At any time during options programming you can quit and the settings that you have changed will be saved.
Caller ID System Operation C. Turning the First Ring ON or OFF 1. Press the 2. Press the /menu button to enter the menu. 3 def 3. Press the button to go to the FIRST RING programming option. button to change the setting. “On” will begin flashing. 4. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to toggle between ON and OFF.. 5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and hold the save button to save the setting. A long beep will sound to confirm the setting has been saved. 6.
Caller ID System Operation E. Adjusting the Contrast 1. Press the 2. Press the /menu button to enter the menu. 5 3. Press the button to go to the CONTRAST programming option. jkl button to change the setting. “3” will begin flashing. 4. Press the SCROLL UP of contrast. or DOWN button to toggle between the three levels 5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and hold the save button to save the setting. A long beep will sound to confirm the setting has been saved. 6.
Caller ID System Operation 5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and hold the save button to save the setting. A long beep will sound to confirm the setting has been saved. 6. Continue with programming or press the STANDBY mode. /menu button to return to the NOTE: The standard and default flash time setting is 600msec. This is the setting you should use to access standard telephone services such as call waiting. This setting is adjustable to allow for PBX and other special uses. H.
Caller ID System Operation J. Deleting Message Waiting Indication 1. Press the 2. Press the /menu button to enter the menu. 0 oper 3. Press the flashing. button to go to the MESSAGE WAITING programming option. button to reset the Message Waiting Indication. “DEL” will begin 4. Press the save button to delete the indication. A long beep will sound to confirm the setting has been saved. 5. Continue with programming or press the STANDBY mode. /menu button to return to the K. Setting the Area Code 1.
Answering System Operation IMPORTANT: To ensure the proper operation of your Answering System, 1. Press the RESET button at the back of the BASE UNIT before initial use. 2. Wait for at least 45 seconds after plugging the AC ADAPTOR into the POWER-IN CONNECTION JACK before operating your Answering System. Setting the Day/Time Stamp Press and hold down the button until you hear the announcement “Please enter the day and time.” Then, enter the current day and time. 1.
Answering System Operation A. Recording your OGM in the PRIMARY MAILBOX 1. Press and hold down the button to record your message. 2. Begin speaking immediately after you hear, “Please record your announcement after the beep.” Continue to depress the button. One second after completing your OGM, release the button and the Answering System will announce, “End of Recording.” Your recorded message will be played back for your approval.
Answering System Operation NOTE: To check your OGM in a mailbox, press a mailbox button and then press the button. If you do not have an OGM in a mailbox, it will announce “MAILBOX #, you have no announcement.” Once a mailbox is activated, its corresponding MAILBOX LED indicator blinks slowly to show that the mailbox is active. If you do not press a button to activate another function within 10 seconds, the Answering System will return to the PRIMARY MAILBOX.
Answering System Operation Message Alert When the message alert switch is “ON,” the unit will generate a “beep” sound every 15 seconds after a new message has been recorded. If you do not want to hear the “beep,” set the switch to “OFF.” A confirmation “beep” sound will be heard from the BASE UNIT.
Answering System Operation Playing of Messages/Memos A. To play messages/memos in the PRIMARY MAILBOX. 1. Press the button, the system will play all NEW messages/memos. 2. After playing all NEW messages/memos, press the button again, the system will play all of its messages. B. To play messages/memos in an individual MAILBOX (1, 2, 3, 4). 1. Press a mailbox button, the corresponding MAILBOX LED indicator starts to blink. 2. Press the button. The system will play all NEW messages/memos. 3.
Answering System Operation Saving Messages The Answering System saves your messages automatically. After playing all of your messages, the Answering System announces, “ End of message” and the total number of messages stored in the memory will be indicated on the LED Message Display. NOTE: The Answering System has a total Memory capacity of 18 minutes or up to 63 messages (OGM/ICM/MEMO).
Answering System Operation Remote Operation through a Tone Telephone You can use many Answering System features when you are away from home. To protect your privacy, most of the features can be used only after you enter the three-digit Remote Access Code. Remote Access Codes The Remote Access Codes are preset at the factory as shown below. You can use the preset codes or choose your own.
Answering System Operation Using the Remote Instruction Code 1. Dial your telephone number. 2. Listen to or bypass the OGM in the PRIMARY MAILBOX. 3. Enter your Remote Access Code. If the announcement does not stop, enter the Remote Access Code again. 4. The Answering System will request that you enter the Instruction Code or press “0” button for help. A. If you do not know the Instruction Code, press “0” button immediately. The Answering System will announce the 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 the HANDSET. Security Code This telephone has an internal security code with 65,536 possible combinations.
Recharging the BATTERY PACK Battery Type Use the following type and size of 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 1-800-828-5208 NOTE: During a power interruption, the BASE UNIT does not operate, and a phone conversation cannot be made on the HANDSET.
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 sliding it down. 2. Pull out the old BATTERY PACK and install the new BATTERY PACK with the CHARGE PLATE facing the CONTACT SPRINGS in the BATTERY COMPARTMENT. 4. Slide the HANDSET BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER firmly into place in its closed position. 5.
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 a power source. HANDSET is charged. TONE/PULSE Select Switch is in the right position. TELEPHONE LINE CORD is plugged into the TELEPHONE 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 the power source. 2. Reset the system by pressing the RESET button at the top side of the BASE UNIT. Answering System does not answer calls, check the following: 1. ANSWER ON/OFF LED indicator is lit. Answers calls only after 10 rings, check the following: 1. ANSWER ON/OFF LED indicator is lit. 2. Message Memory is not full. Does not respond to remote commands, ensure the following: 1.
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 the 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 the FCC Rules. A label on the BASE UNIT of this equipment contains, among other information, the ACTA product 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) This equipment should not be used on coin telephone lines. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. If trouble is experienced, disconnect this equipment from the telephone line to determine if it is causing the malfunction. If the equipment is determined to be malfunctioning, its use should be discontinued until the problem has been corrected.
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-the-counter 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 2-3 weeks for the return of your telephone product. 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.
IMPORTANT In order to get maximum life from the HANDSET BATTERY PACK, be sure to charge the HANDSET for 12 hours before initial use. IMPORTANT Placing your BASE UNIT near appliances such as televisions, refrigerators, radios, or microwave ovens may cause interference. IMPORTANT When you hear interference, press the del /chan button to change the operating channel. IMPORTANT The AC ADAPTOR must always be plugged into an electrical outlet.
