BellSouth A50 Troubleshooting Guide, If the phone doesn’t work at all, check these items first

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Dimensions:

Handset Size: 6” X 2.25” X 1”

Base Size: 5.5” X 4” X 2.5”

Weight: 11.2 oz with batteries

Power Requirements: 120VAC-60Hz-18W / 12VDC-500mA Batteries: (3) AAA NiMH Batteries (included)

Troubleshooting Guide

If you experience trouble with your BellSouth A50, please try the suggestions below before calling for help.

For Customer service call 800-586-9828 V or 888-340-1002 TTY. Please retain your receipt as your proof of purchase

1.If the phone doesn’t work at all, check these items first:

·Adjust the volume controls.

·Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into an outlet not controlled by a wall switch.

·Make sure the AC adapter is securely plugged into the base and AC outlet.

·Make sure the telephone modular line cord is plugged firmly into the base and the modular jack.

· If the handset does not beep when you press the

, the battery might need

charging.

 

·Make sure the batteries are installed correctly.

·Make sure the battery was charged 24 hours prior to the first use.

·Make sure you are in the usable range of the base.

·Make sure the handset is off-hook.

·Reset the security code by placing the handset in the base for 5-10 seconds.

If the above suggestions don’t solve the problem, try re-initializing the Handset a Base:

1.Disconnect the power to the base

2.Remove the handset batteries

3.Wait a few minutes

4.Connect the power to the base

5.Insert the handset batteries

6.Put the handset in the base to re-initialize

2.If you hear a two-beep signal when you try to use the Handset:

· You might be out of range. Move closer to the base and try again.

· If moving closer to the base doesn’t help, try following the direction above for re-initializing the handset and base.

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Contents A50 Most Remarkable Amplified Phone In The World Table Of Contents Troubleshooting Guide Please Save These Instruction Conditions for UseIcon button page Press to Handset. The handset will ring Features & FunctionsDiagram #2 Location Front view of Handset Controls LCD Information & Description Getting Started Component List Telephone Base InstallationInstalling Modular Phone Line & AC adapter Telephone Handset InstallationHandset Battery Charging Installing BatteriesLow Batteries Battery Life Set up FeaturesBelt Clip Installation A50 HandsetLCD Display / Screen Contrast Adjustments Area Code SettingRinger Setting Time SettingAuto Amplify on Auto Amplify Modes/Volume Reset OverrideII. Auto Amplify OFF Background Information A50 Telephone OperationAmplification Operation Volume ControlChannel Operation Tone ControlUsing The Last Number Redial Using The Pre-Dialing ModeUsing the Flash Feature Answering a CallUsing Line Transfer Feature Using The Pause Feature For DialingUsing The Page / Handset Location Feature Using The Headset FeatureDialing a number from phone book Phone Book OperationVIP and Reject Functions Adding numbers and names to phone bookReviewing numbers and names in phone book Save numbers and names from the Caller ID to phone bookModifying numbers and names in phone book Deleting a single record from phone bookCaller ID Operation Security Expandable HandsetsCaller ID on Call Waiting Operations Technical information Optional Shaker Ring SignalingNoise RangeSpecifications Maintenance and CareBattery Cautionary Instructions General Cautionary InstructionsIf the phone doesn’t work at all, check these items first Troubleshooting GuideIf the LOW Battery indicator is on display FCC Registration Notice Page Warranty & Service
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