/A\ IMPORTANT Read this manual before attempting to setup or use this instrument. It contains important information regarding safe installation and use. Keep this manual for future reference. Also save the carton, packing and proof of purchase to simplify and accelerate any needed action. If you need assistance or service, call 1-800-231-9069. /\ WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or any type of excess moisture.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT. WARNING... CARTON CONCH INSTALLATION PRECAUTION © IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. BATTERY CAUTION. . NOTICE. CONTROLS DIAGRAM DESCRIPTION! INSTALLATION. Desk Top Installation: Walt Mounting... installing the Battery. TELEPHONE OPERATION, Preparing for initial To Places Call... To Receive a Call. To End a Call. Last Number Redial. Flash Function, Pause Function. Mix Mode Dialing Temporary Tone Dialing). Using the Headset Channel Selection (40 Channels). Memory Dialing.
A INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS 1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. 3. Never touch insulated telephone wires of terminals unless the telephone fine has been disconnected at the network interface. 4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. /N\ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always tie followed to
E£. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged F If the product exhibits a distinctive change in performance. 13. Avoid using 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. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS /\ BATTERY CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1.
a» 3. If your telephone causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. But if advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. 4. Your telephone company may make changes to its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the proper operation of your equipment.
Handset Antenna FLASH Button IN BATHHOUSE LOWED indicator RINGER ON/ OFF Switch TALK Button Headset Jack VOLUME Button PAUSE Button MEMO Button TONE Button CH (Channel) Scan Bid ton REDIAL Button TONE PULSE VDC CO-5300 CONTROLS DIAGRAM Receiver + Base Antenna PAGE Button = IN SURCHARGE LED Indicator Charge Terminals a a BOO MME pubescence Te Line Switch} Jack Jack immanence Base Unit (Rear Side View)
DESCRIPTIONS HANDSET CONTROLS : Antenna A user replaceable, rubber antenna which is designed for best reception. FLASH Button « Momentarily hangs up the phone to access custom calling features such as Call Waiting or Three-Way Calling provided by your local phone company. IN BATHHOUSE LOW LED Indicator Lights solid when handset is in use. Blinks when battery power is low. RINGER ON/OFF Switch Switch to OFF to conserve battery power. Set to ON for normal use.
DC Jack Base Uni | AC Adapter Log AC Adapter Telephone Modular Line Jack (Fig. 1} Desk Top Installation 1. Plug telephone line cord into modular jack. ws . Press until locking lever clicks. . Connect AC adapter into back of the unit and plug directly into standard 120 volt outlet. Wall Mounting 1. Drill two holes with a vertical distance between the two marked positions of 83mm as shown in figure 2A. 83mm 2 (Fig. 2) 2. Drive a screw into each of the holes.
TELEPHONE OPERATION Preparing for initial Use 1. Charge the Ni-Cad battery as described in the “Maximizing Ni-Cad Battery Life” section on page 12. 2. Raise the antenna on the base unit for best reception. 3. Push the handset TALK button to confirm that you have a dial tone. 4. if you do not get a dial tone, review the steps mentioned in the Installation section of this manual. NOTE: Refer to the Troubleshooting section of the manual if you stilt cannot get a dial tone. To Place a Call 1.
Channel Selection (40 Channels) Channel Scan (Auto-Scan} « if you are receiving a call or dialing out and TALK button is pressed, the unit auto scans for the best channel available. Channel Scan (Manual) + if the existing channel becomes noisy or starts having interference, press the CH button on the handset. The unit will automatically scan for the best channel available. NOTE: It takes about 2 seconds for the unit to scan to the next clear channel.
65,536 Combination Security Code The CO-5900 uses a digital coding security system to prevent unauthorized use of your telephone line by other cordless phones nearby. The CO-5800 has 65,536 possible security code combinations. Each combination of the code is randomly generated every dime the handset is picked up. Resetting Security Code and Channel Information. Communication between the handset and base unit may not be possible in any of the following situations: 1. After power failure. 2.
Cleaning the unit Use a slightly damp cloth ta clean the plastic cabinet. Never use polish, solvents, abrasives or strong detergents since these can damage the finish. 5. Once the IN BATHHOUSE LOW LED indicator starts flashing, it means that the battery level is fow. Le tit fully discharge for 12 hours.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM No dial tone Does not ring No power on the Handset unit Does not charge Range is limited SOLUTION + Check for the ‘telephone fine cord connection into the modular jack on your wall. Make sure it is plugged firmly. if you had a power failure or had unplugged the base unit, place the handset on the base unit for three to five seconds to reset the system. v (REN) limit of how many phones can be connected to the same line.