BT Digital Cordless Telephone manual Receiving and reading text messages

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You will not be able to receive text messages until you have first sent a message. The first message sent registers you with the text service.

If you have sub-addresses set up If a text message has been sent to a particular sub-address, the symbol will only appear on the handset associated with that sub- address and will be shown as part of the ‘personal SMS’ for that handset. Otherwise, it will be displayed on all handsets and stored in the Inbox.

The number of new messages shown in the display includes messages in your personal SMS box and in the general Inbox.

6.The cursor automatically moves to the right after a couple of seconds. So when the next letter is on the same button as the one you have just entered, wait for the cursor to move to the right before trying to enter it.

Receiving and reading text messages

Received messages are stored in the Inbox. The Inbox can store up to 15 messages.

When you receive a new text message, the symbol flashes in the display along with the number of new messages (e.g. 3 New Msgs). The Messages Indicator on the base flashes and you will hear the new message alert beeps (provided they are set to on).

To view the most recent message details:

1.Press Menu to open the main menu.

2.The number for the most recent message is displayed, press Menu to display the message.

3.Scroll or to move through the message.

4.Press Menu to view further menu options.

If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 605 8047 or email bt.helpdesk@suncorptech.com

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Contents User Guide Welcome… Need help? Got everything?Handset menu Using the phone This guideGetting started Getting to know your phoneDate and time settings BT Calling FeaturesUsing additional handsets Text messagingGeneral information Location Setting upGetting started Battery low warning Battery performancePower adaptor cable Telephone line cord Wall mounting optionalYour BT Elements phone is ready for use Getting to know your phone Handset and chargerBattery status Handsfree speaker Displayed when in handsfree modeHandset ExtTime Range Handset name Handset Battery statusBase Exit or go back one level in the menu Navigating the menusCharacter map Setup Handset Date & Time Register Menu mapUsing the phone Switch the handset power on/offMake an external call Preparatory diallingReceive a call Earpiece volumePress to increase or to decrease the volume Make a handsfree call Secrecy muteHandsfree Switch to handsfree during a call RedialDial a number from the redial list Delete a number from the redial listDelete the entire redial list Copy a redial list number to the phonebookSwitch the torch on/off Keypad lockTo switch off Release Torch to switch the torch light off PagingName and number phonebook Store a phonebook name and numberEntering numbers Dial an entryEdit a phonebook name or number Delete a phonebook entry Handset menu Keypad beepsBeep is displayed, press Menu UsePress To select either Ext Melody or Int Melody and press Handset ringer volumeHandset ringer melody Display language Handset namePress or to display Handset Name and press To confirm Press repeatedly to exit and return to standby Auto answerPress or to display Auto Answer and press Menu Keypad lock Base ringer melody Base ringer volumeSet-up menu Dial mode PIN codeRecall mode PressRestore default settings Restore default settings without a PINReplace the battery compartment cover and belt clip Default settingsSet the time Date and time settingsSet the date Press or to select either Set the alarmSilence the alarm Calls list BT Calling FeaturesCaller Display BT Calling Features Copy a Calls list number to the phonebookEnter a name using the keypad, then select Menu option Number is displayed, if necessary, edit the number, thenRinger melody options are displayed, use Delete an entry/all entries in the Calls listBT Calling Features Text messaging Subscribe to the text messaging serviceCost of the fixed line service To open the main menu Press Until SMS is displayed, then press MenuUntil Write is displayed, then press Menu If this is your first message, Write Msg is displayedEntering text Single text can be up to 160 charactersStandard text entry Writing tips for text entryReceiving and reading text messages To view the most recent message detailsTo view further messages or to view old messages Service Centre numbers Press Menu . Press Menu again to confirmAdding or changing Service Centre numbers Either enter the server number and press MenuSelect a Send Service Centre number Message alert beeps Using sub-addresses to keep your messages private Set a terminal number sub-addressHow callers send a text to your handset Reading personal text messagesMessage memory full Press Press MenuUsing additional handsets Registering a new BT Elements handsetRegistering another type of handset to your BT Elements base Press or to highlight Select Base and press Registering your BT Elements handset to another baseSelect a base De-register a handset Internal callsTransferring calls Way Call Help You hear the busy tone when you press No displayIcon flashes Icon not scrollingCannot register a handset to a base Base unit does not ring, but the lights are onBase charging light not working Customer HelplinePossible problems with text messaging Text messages cannot be sent and screen displays Send FailCannot send text Cannot receive textFurther help and advice for text queries on BT lines General sales enquiriesBilling enquiries Refer to the telephone number shown on your telephone billYou keep hearing an error beep Replacing the handset batteries Safety information General informationProduct disposal instructions Technical information Connecting to a switchboard Elements New Style Edition 4 31.08.06 Ofﬁces worldwide