OWNER’S MANUAL
Slimline Phone
Model EM-2116
FCC and telephone company information
Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA.
FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
●Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
●Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Do not attempt to repair or modify this equipment. Warning: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Part 68 and ACTA
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of
telephone company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned.
This telephone system meets FCC Standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with | WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK | The exclamation point |
arrowhead symbol, within | OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT | within the equilateral |
an equilateral triangle, is | REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). | triangle is intended to alert |
intended to alert the user | NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS | the user to the presence of |
to the presence of uninsu- | important operating and |
lated “dangerous voltage” | INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO | maintenance (servicing) |
within the product’s | QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. | instructions in the literature |
enclosure that may be of | | accompanying the product. |
sufficient magnitude to | | |
constitute a risk of electric | | |
shock to persons. | | |
Rating plate and caution marking are marked on the bottom enclosure of the apparatus.
CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future reference.
Important safety instructions
NOTE: Some of the precautions below may not apply to your product, e.g.: Battery and power cord precautions.
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following:
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 or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. |
4. | Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath |
| tub, kitchen sink or swimming pool). |
5. | Do not place this product on an unstable surface. |
6. | Slots and openings in the back or bottom of this product are |
| provided for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, |
| these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on |
| a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This product should |
| never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This |
| product should not be placed in any area where proper |
| ventilation is not provided. |
7. | Never push objects of any kind into the ventilation slots of this |
| product as they may touch dangerous voltage points or create |
| a short circuit that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. |
| Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. |
8. | Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. |
9. | This product should be operated only from the type of power |
| source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the |
| type of power supply in your home, consult your dealer or local |
| power company. |
10. Plug the adaptor to the socket - outlet that is closest to the |
| equipment and which is easily accessible. |
11. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install |
| this product where the cord may have anyone walking on it. |
12. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this |
| product, but take it to an authorized service facility. Opening |
| or removing parts of the telephone base or handset other than |
Telephone jack requirements
To use this phone, you must have an RJ11C modular telephone jack. If you do not have a modular jack, please call your local telephone company to find out how to get one installed.
Modular Telephone
Line Jack
Important installation information
●Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
●Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
●Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
●Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
●Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phone, such as faxes, other phones, or modems.
CAUTION: Disconnect the phone cord from the wall outlet before installing or replacing the batteries. (Only for telephones which require batteries)
In the box
HANDSET TELEPHONE BASE | OWNER’S MANUAL |
COILED | STRAIGHT TELEPHONE |
HANDSET CORD | LINE CORD |
Location of controls
Buzzer | Hook Switch |
|
Lighted Ring | |
Indicator | |
| Normal High | Store |
| | | Button |
| | |
| | memo store | redial |
| Volume Control | |
| | Memo | Redial |
Ringer On/Off | | Button | Button |
| | |
| Tone /Pulse | |
ON OFF | T P | |
| | |
| | flash | Flash |
| | Button |
| | Microphone | |
2.Plug one end of the straight line cord into the jack at the bottom of the phone’s base, and the other end into a modular wall telephone jack.
3. Pick up the handset and confirm you hear the dial tone.
WALL MOUNTING
To mount your telephone on a wall plate (not included), follow the instructions below:
1.Plug the straight line cord into a modular wall phone jack.
2.Align the holes on the base with the mounting studs on the wall plate.
3.Pull the base down onto the studs until the telephone is secure.
Telephone
SWITCHING THE RINGER ON OR OFF
Slide the ringer switch to the “OFF” position to turn the ringer off. The ringer will not be activated by any incoming calls. Don’t forget to turn the ringer “ON” when you are ready to receive calls, otherwise you will not hear the ringing sound during incoming calls.
NOTE: When the ringer switch is in the “OFF” position, the lighted ring indicator will still alert you to incoming calls.
To turn the ringer “ON” or “OFF”, | Ringer On/Off |
use the switch located on the | |
left side of the handset. | |
ON OFF
ADJUSTING THE HANDSET VOLUME
To adjust the handset volume | |
use the switch located on the | |
right side of the handset. | Volume Control |
|
T P | |
FLASH
The Flash feature is used to activate calling services available through your local phone company, such as Call Waiting, and Three Way Calling. To use the features below you must subscribe to these services from your local telephone company.
To answer an incoming call while having a conversation:
After you hear the Call Waiting tone, press and release the [flash] button. The first call is placed on hold and the second call is answered.
To return to the first call and put the second call on hold: Press and release the [flash] button again to return to the first call, the second call will be put on hold.
To activate Three Way Calling:
Press and release the [flash] button while on the first call, you will hear a dial tone. Dial a second number, and press the [flash] button again to connect the two calls.
MEMORY
This telephone can store up to 10 of your most frequently dialed phone numbers.
Storing frequently called numbers
1.Pick up the handset.
2.Press the [store] button.
3.Dial the number you would like to store, and press the [store] button to confirm.
4.Push the desired memory location (0 -9) on the handset keypad, and press the [store] button to confirm.
NOTE: Use the [redial] button to insert a pause when a delay is needed in an automatic dialing sequence.
Changing a stored number
Repeat the storage sequence above, the new number will replace the previously stored number at that memory location.
Dialing a stored number
1.Pick up the handset.
2.Press the [memo] button on the handset keypad.
3.Press a memory location (0-9) and the stored number will be dialed automatically.
Troubleshooting tips
No dial tone
●Check to see if your phone is properly connected to the modular wall jack. (Refer to “Connecting”)
Phone does not ring
●Make sure the ringer switch is set to the ON position.
Ringer On/Off
ON OFF
Handset volume is low
●Adjust the handset volume control to the high position
Volume Control
T P
Normal High
Warranty information
1 Year Limited Warranty
In the unlikely event that this product is defective, or does not perform properly, you may within one (1) year from your original date of purchase return it to the authorized service center for repair or exchange.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
●Provide proof of the date of purchase within the package
(Dated bill of sale).
●Prepay all shipping costs to the authorized service center, and remember to insure your return.
●Include a return shipping address (no P.O. Boxes),
a telephone contact number, and the defective unit within the package.
●Describe the defect or reason you are returning the product.
Your product will be repaired or replaced, at our option, for the same or similar model of equal value if examination by the service center determines this product is defective. Products received damaged as a result of shipping will require you to file a claim with the carrier.
The shipping address of the authorized service center is:
Southern Telecom Inc.
ATTN: Returns Department
14-C 53rd Street
Brooklyn, NY 11232
Should you have any questions or problems concerning this product, please contact our customer service department at:
1-877-768-8483 (Toll Free)
Monday - Thursday: 9AM - 5PM (EST)
Friday: 9AM - 3PM (EST)
or
via e-mail at
cs@southerntelecom.com
Warranty service not provided
This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation or operation, lack of reasonable care, and unauthorized modification. This warranty is voided in the event any unauthorized person opens, alters or repairs this product. All products being returned to the authorized service center for repair must be suitably packaged.
Limitation of Warranty:
● THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY |
APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, |
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES |
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR |
PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR |
WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY SOUTHERN TELECOM INC. |
IT’S AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY |
have them ring when you are called. The REN for this product is encoded as the 6th and 7th characters following the US: in the product identifier (e.g., if ## is 03, the REN is 0.3). In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please contact your local telephone company.
This equipment may not be used with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.
If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or it’s authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty.
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. |
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the |
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are |
covered by the operating instructions, as improper |
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often |
requires extensive work by an authorized technician to |
restore the product to normal operation. |
E. If the product has been dropped and damaged. |
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. |
16. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an |
electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric shock from |
lightning. |
17. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of |
the leak. |
18. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. |
Check with local codes for possible special disposal |
instructions. |
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Coil cord jack (handset)
Coil cord jack (base)
T P
NOTE: The telephone is factory set to the Tone (”T”) setting.
REDIAL
To redial the last number called use the redial feature. This feature is useful when the number you are calling is busy.
1.Pick up the handset.
2.Press the [redial] button.
3.The last number called is redialed.
Product maintenance
Follow the guidelines below to properly maintain this product:
●Avoid putting it near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise (for example: motors or fluorescent lamps).
●DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture.
●Avoid dropping the unit and/or other rough treatment.
●Clean with a soft cloth.
●Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damage the finish.
●Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship it at a later date.
Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.
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Connecting