User manual

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SELECTING A LOCATION
Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some important
guidelines you should consider:
• The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous power
outlet. (A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which does not have a
switch to interrupt its power.)
• Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such
as motors, microwave ovens, or fluorescent lighting.
• The base can be placed on a desk or tabletop or mounted on a
standard wall plate.
• You should charge your new phone for 15-20 hours before completing
the installation or using the handset.
NOTE: If your home has specially wired alarm
equipment connected to the telephone line, be
sure that installing the system does not
disable your alarm equipment.
If you have questions about what will disable
your alarm equipment, contact your telephone
company or a qualified installer.
TELEPHONE LINE OUTLETS
There are two types of phone outlets:
▼ Modular Jack
Most phone equipment available now uses modular jacks. Phone cords are
fitted with a molded plastic connector which plugs into this type of jack. If
you do not have modular phone jacks, contact your local telephone
company for information about their installation.
▼ Hardwired Jack
Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types of
installations require a modular jack converter. This type of installation is not
difficult; however, you should contact your local telephone dealer or a
telephone supply store for advice about the proper adapter or converter for
your particular situation.
INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING YOUR PHONE
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