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FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 2 GETTING STARTED: DO THIS FIRST! FIRST, CHARGE THE HANDSET BATTERY! • Set your new phone in an out-of-the-way place near a power outlet where it will not be disturbed. • Plug the AC adaptor into the wall outlet. • Plug the AC adaptor cord into the power jack on the base unit. • Take the cover off the handset battery compartment; plug the battery connector into the receptacle inside the battery compartment and replace the cover. The connector only goes in one way.
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FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Preparation INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 LOCATION OF CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS If you make a mistake while entering a name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Dialing a stored number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Editing and deleting stored numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Caller ID/Call waiting CALLER ID/CALL WAITING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Answering a call with caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury. Preparation 1 Read and understand all instructions. 2 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The RBRCTM Seal BATTERIES 1 Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in the instruction manual provided for this product. 2 Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with State and local codes for possible special disposal instructions. 3 Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolytes are corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
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FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 9 LOCATION OF CONTROLS BASE UNIT Preparation DC IN 9V jack (page 10) LINE modular jack (page 10) Hook Antenna Cradle IN U CHA SE IN USE/CHARGE LED RGE PAG E PAGE 90 0M Hz button (page 19) Charging contacts For purchase of accessories, please call 1-877-644-7373.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 10 INSTALLATION SETTING UP THE BASE UNIT (DESK TOP MOUNTING) For setting up the base unit follow the instructions below. Preparation Raise the anntenna to vertical position. Fasten the AC adaptor cord to prevent it from being disconnected. Telephone Line Cord Single-Line Telephone Jack (RJ11C) Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) AC Adaptor • Plug the AC adaptor firmly into the base unit and the AC 120V outlet.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 11 INSTALLATION SETTING UP THE BASE UNIT (WALL MOUNTING) MOUNTING ON A STANDARD WALL PLATE: Preparation Insert the bracket’s tabs into the notches on the base. Flip the hook tab over so the tab holds the handset. Raise the antenna. Telephone Line Cord Single-Line Telephone Jack (RJ11C) Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) AC Adaptor • Route the cords through the guides. • Place the base unit on the posts of the wall plate and push down until it is firmly seated.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 12 INSTALLATION Preparation CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK It is important to charge the battery for 12 to 16 hours continuously without any interruption before you use the handset for the first time. 1 Remove the battery cover on the Red Black back of the handset by sliding it down. 2 Plug the battery pack cord into the connector with the correct polarity. (black and red wires). 3 Place the battery pack in the battery compartment.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 13 INSTALLATION NOTES: • Use only the supplied battery pack (TRB-8000 power source 600mAh, 3.6VDC) • The battery pack is not charged properly if the charging contacts are dirty or tarnished. Clean the contacts occasionally with a dry cloth. Preparation After the battery pack is fully charged; Operation Approx.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 14 INSTALLATION Preparation Before using the Handset, make sure to read the following instructions FLASH SELECT / TONE/ PULSE FUNC SETTING THE DIAL MODE Depending on your dialing system, set the mode as follows: 1 Press and hold until you hear a confirmation tone. 2 To set the dial mode for Dial Mode:Pulse Dial Mode:Tone FLASH pulse dialing, press / PULSE . Or to set the dial mode for tone dialing press TONE/ .
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 15 INSTALLATION SETTING OR CANCELING THE AUTO TALK FUNCTION 1 Press FUNC . The LCD displays the current sAuto Talk:Off 1s 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code: setting. 2 Press SELECT . Each time you press the On/Off setting will be switched. SELECT 3 Press FUNC . The handset returns to standby mode.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 16 INSTALLATION SETTING THE AREA CODE Preparation It is necessary to program your area code so that local calls will be displayed properly on caller ID. 1 Press FUNC 2 Press or sAuto Talk:Off 1s 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code: . 3 to move the pointer to Area Code. 3 Press SELECT . 1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On sArea Code: 3s 1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code:615 Enter a 3-digit area code. For example, enter “615.” If you enter a wrong number, press DELETE .
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 17 BASIC OPERATION Before using the Handset, make sure to read the following instructions. VOL/RING ( ) ( ) FLASH REDIAL VOL/RING TALK #/ PULSE TONE/ DELETE / CH Basics MAKING A CALL Handset On The Base Handset Off The Base 1) Pick up the handset. 2) Press TALK . 3) Listen for the dial tone. 4) Dial the number. OR 1) Pick up the handset. 2) Dial the number, then press TALK . 1) Press TALK . 2) Listen fot the dial tone. 3) Dial the number.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 18 BASIC OPERATION REDIAL Handset On The Base Handset Off The Base 1) Pick up the handset and press TALK . 2) Listen for the dial tone. 3) Press REDIAL . Press REDIAL , then press TALK . OUT OF RANGE Basics During a call, as you begin to move too far from the base unit, the noise increases. Then, you should move close to the base unit. If you travel out-of-range, your call terminates.(See page 19 “Interference or static”).
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 19 BASIC OPERATION TONE/PAUSE To Do this To temporarily switch to tone dial (When the base is set to pulse mode), see page 14 Press TONE/ . The following numbers will be sent as tone dialing. To enter a pause within the dialing sequence Press PAUSE . “P” appears in the display which represents a pause. INTERFERENCE OR STATIC Talk 0:15 Scanning Basics If you hear noise during a call, press CH to select another channel.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 20 MEMORY DIALING You can store up to 10 telephone numbers and their associated names in the memory. Basics NOTES: • Always press a button within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. • If you press a wrong button, an error tone sounds and the handset returns to standby mode. • If you receive an incoming call or a pager call from the base unit during the operation, the operation will be cancelled.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 21 MEMORY DIALING 3 Press . 4 To enter a name, use the number keys. SELECT Store Name • See the steps for storing names and special characters. (see page 22) • If a name is not required, go to step 5. 5 Press SELECT . Store Number 6 Enter a telephone number to be stored. Store Number 1P1234567890 Basics NOTES: • By pressing PAUSE , you can insert a 2-second pause in the memory dial to make a long distance call or call through a PBX.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:40 AM Page 22 MEMORY DIALING STEPS FOR ENTERING NAMES AND SPECIAL CHARACTERS Refer to the letters on the number buttons to select the desired letter. Each button selects a character as shown below.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 23 MEMORY DIALING 10 When finished, press 11 Press stored. 12 Press . 1 1 2 SELECT 3 4 . 5 6 7 8 9 0 to be SELECT IF YOU MAKE A MISTAKE WHILE ENTERING A NAME Use or to move the cursor to the incorrect character. Press to erase the wrong entry, then enter the correct character. To delete all characters, press and hold DELETE . DELETE Basics DIALING A STORED NUMBER 1 Pick up the handset and press .
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 24 MEMORY DIALING EDITING AND DELETING STORED NUMBERS You can delete a number or simply store another one in its place. When you store a new phone number, the data stored in that memory location is deleted automatically. 1 Pick up the handset and press and hold MEM . The confirmation tone sounds. 2 Enter a number (0-9) or press Memory Store sTed Doe 1s 2 DOE JOHN , to select the memory location you want to edit/delete. Basics 3 Press SELECT .
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 25 MEMORY DIALING b DELETING THE STORED DATA (1) Press select (2) Press or or SELECT to move the pointer to . or DELETE . If is selected: a confirmation tone sounds and the number is erased. If is selected: the LCD returns to the “Memory Store” display. (3) Press MEM Delete Memory 1? Yes sNo Memory 1 Deleted Memory Store sTed Doe 1s 2 DOE JOHN , or return the handset to the base unit.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 26 CALLER ID/CALL WAITING • Before you can take advantage of the Caller ID and Call Waiting features, you must subscribe to these services from your local telephone company. • Name and number caller ID only work in conjunction with service provided by your local telephone company. ANSWERING A CALL WITH CALLER ID SERVICE 1 When the caller ID message is received, the display shows the caller's phone number along with the date and time.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 27 CALLER ID/CALL WAITING "Caller ID" and "Call waiting" are separate services. CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a call waiting number. You must subscribe to the "Caller ID on call waiting (CID CW) services" before you can use the following features. The "Call waiting" service can also be used independently. Please contact your local telephone company for details. VOL/RING VOL/RING ( ) ( ) FLASH TALK SELECT L.D.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 28 CALLER ID/CALL WAITING SEARCHING CALLER ID MEMORY To review who has called, follow the steps below. The caller ID memory retains a listing of the 20 most recent callers. 1 Pick up the handset and press CID . If new caller ID data does not exist: Total:02 If there is new caller ID data: New :01 Total:02 2 Press to display the latest incoming call. Press to see the previous incoming call.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 29 CALLER ID/CALL WAITING EDITING CALLER ID DATA You can edit the Caller ID data. 1 Pick up the handset and press CID . Then, press or repeatedly to display the Caller ID data you want to edit. 2 Press L.D./1 for a long distance call prefix “1” and for area code setting and cancellation. 1/7 9:30AM 12 Ted Doe 456-7890 L.D./1 LOCAL/3 key 1/7 9:30AM 12 Ted Doe 123-456-7890 key 1/7 9:30AM 12 Ted Doe 1-456-7890 LOCAL/3 L.D.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 30 CALLER ID/CALL WAITING 4 Press . A confirmation tone sounds and the Caller ID data SELECT is stored. Press CID to return to standby. If you select a memory location in which data is already stored: Press to select and press SELECT . A confirmation tone sounds and the new data overwrites the old data. The LCD returns to the Caller ID display screen. Replace Memory? Yes sNo If you select : The LCD returns to the Caller ID display screen.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 31 CALLER ID/CALL WAITING DELETE ALL CALLER ID DATA: 1 Press CID 2 Press DELETE New :01 Total:02 Press 3 Press . . to select Yes or No. or SELECT Delete All? Yes sNo or DELETE . If you select , a confirmation tone sounds and the LCD displays “Total:00”. If you select , the LCD displays the number of Caller ID calls. 4 Press CID Total:00 New :01 Total:02 to return to the standby mode.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING Should any problem occur with the unit, use the following simple tests to determine whether or not servicing is required. PROBLEM The handset battery pack does not charge. SOLUTION • The charging contacts of the handset and base are not clean. → Clean them with a dry cloth. • The battery is not connected with correct polarity. → Install the battery pack correctly. • The battery is several years old. → Replace with a new battery.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CHARGE LED will not light when the handset is placed on the base. Noise or interference. SOLUTION • The battery is low. → Place the handset on the base unit to recharge. • The charging contacts of the handset and the base are not clean. → Clean them with a dry cloth. • The AC adaptor of the base unit is disconnected. → Plug the AC adaptor firmly into the base unit and AC 120V outlet. • The handset is not on the base.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 34 WARRANTY/SERVICE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS If the cordless telephone should malfunction, or need changes or modifications, all repairs will be performed by an authorized Toshiba Service Station. This unit has been registered with the FCC for direct connection to the telephone network. Under the FCC program, no customer is authorized to repair this unit. This applies to units either in or out of warranty.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 35 WARRANTY/SERVICE TELEPHONE/TELEPHONE ANSWER MACHINE LIMITED WARRANTY Toshiba America Consumer Products. Inc (“TACP”) and Toshiba Hawaii, Inc.(“THI”) make the following limited warranties. These limited warranties extend to the original consumer purchaser or any person receiving this set as a gift from the original consumer purchaser and to no other purchaser or transferee.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE SETTING / USING THE PHONE CALLER ID SERVICE CALLER ID CORDLESS TELEPHONE FT-8801A Setting The Dial Mode Setting Up Caller ID Making a Call with Caller ID Data Depending on your dialing system, set the mode as follows: To use Caller ID/ Caller ID on Call Waiting features, you must subscribe to both Caller ID / Caller ID on Call Waiting services provided by your local telephone company. 1 2 Read the Owner’s Manual for details.
FT-8801A.qxd 7/13/1 10:41 AM Page 36 For technical assistance, purchase of accessories or service, please access www.toshiba.com/tacp. IMPORTANT We suggest you record the following information and retain for your records along with your bill of sale or equipment document. Model no. Purchase date Dealer address © UCZZ01338BZ Serial no. Dealer 2001 TOSHIBA AMERICA CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.
