Philips DECT521/DECT 525 manual Installing the base station, Battery life and range

Installing the base station

Situate your product close enough to the telephone and mains power sockets so that the cables will reach.To properly install the base station, plug the line cord and the power cable into the base station. Plug the cord and the cable into the wall.A beep indicates that the phone is properly installed (only available for DECT 525). If you have a broadband DSL Internet Installation, please make sure you have one DSL filter plugged directly on each line socket used in the house and check the modem and the phone are plugged in the correct filter slot (one specific for each).

Warning !The electrical network is classified as dangerous according to criteria in the standard EN 60-

950.The only way to power down this product is to unplug the power supply from the electrical outlet. Ensure the electrical outlet is located close to the apparatus and is always easily accessible.

Please take care that the power supply and telephone line are connected to the correct sockets as incorrect placement could damage your equipment.

Warning !Always use the cables provided with the product.

Do not insert anything in this opening

Connect the power supply

Connect the telephone line cord

Installing and replacing the batteries in the handset

To insert the batteries, open the battery cover, place the batteries as indicated and put the battery cover back.When the handset is placed on the base station the 3 battery bars scroll (if charge is needed).Allow the handset to charge for 24 hours to reach full charge. On first use it may be necessary to wait for a few minutes before seeing symbols on the display.

In case you need to change the batteries, the following type is mandatory 2HR AAA NiMh 600 mAh. Warning: the base station must always be plugged into the mains when charging or when in use.Always use rechargeable batteries.

The warranty shall not apply to the batteries and any other components within limited lifetime and wear.

Batteries should not be disposed of with general household waste.

Battery life and range

Optimal battery life is reached after 3 cycles of complete charge & discharge.When reaching the range limit and the conversation becoming crackly, move closer to the base.To reach optimal range, place the base station away from electrical appliances.

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