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40-Channel 900MHz Cordless Telephone User’s Guide

INTRODUCTION

Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone is designed to give you flexibility in use and high quality performance. To get the most from your new cordless telephone, we suggest that you take a few minutes right now to read through this instruction manual.

IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that is not cordless, in case the power in your home goes out.

WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION

Because it is necessary to charge the handset		5	6
for 12 hours prior to connecting the phone for	7
use the first time, it is better to leave the unit

on a flat surface during initial charge before attempting to hang it on the wall.

MUTE

Use the MUTE button to interrupt a phone conversation to talk privately with someone else in the room.

1.Press MUTE to activate mute feature (the BAT LOW/MUTE indicator blinks).

2.Press MUTE again to turn it off.

STORING A PAUSE IN MEMORY

Use the RE/PA button to insert a pause when a delay is needed in the dialing sequence (for example, when you must dial a 9 to get an outside line or when you must enter codes to access your bank’s information line). Each pause counts toward the 20-digit limit.

If you need to dial 9 to get an outside line and want to store a number in memory

BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, toxic
	materials could be released which can cause injury.
•	To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the User’s
	Guide.
•	Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

Problem	Solution
BAT LOW indicator	• Place handset in base for 10 seconds to
stays on	reset the phone. If that doesn’t work,
	charge battery for 12 hours.

Memory Dialing	• Did you program the memory location keys
doesn’t work	correctly?


ACCESSORY ORDER FORM
(OR CALL 1-800-338-0376FOR ACCESSORIES ONLY)
DESCRIPTION	CATALOG NUMBER		PRICE* QUANTITY TOTAL
	(white)	(black)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

1. Turn the phone over and remove the

mounting bracket by pressing the tabs at the

top of the bracket. Turn the bracket upside

down and reattach it to the base by inserting

the tabs into the lower four slots on the

TONE/PULSE DIALING

This adjustment allows you to select tone (touch-tone) or pulse (rotary) mode dialing. The phone is automatically set for touch-tone use.

without having to dial 9 each time, you would:

1. Make sure the phone is OFF.

2. Press MEM.

3. Press 9.

• Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.

Contains

Nickel-Cadmium

Rechargeable Battery

	• Did you follow proper dialing sequence?
	• Make sure the tone/pulse setting is
	programmed correctly.

Unit locks up and	• If the phone still does not work,

Belt clip	5-2452	5-2451	$5.95
Headset	5-2444	5-2425	$36.35
Replacement battery	5-2459		$13.10

PARTS CHECKLIST

Make sure your package includes the items shown here.

TALK

1	2	3
4	5	6

bottom of the unit.

2. Set the RINGER switch (on the handset) to

ON and place the handset in the cradle on

the base.

3. Plug the power supply into the power jack on

the back of the base and the other end into

an AC outlet. The CHARGE/IN USE indicator

comes on and indicates the battery is

charging.

PAGE

TONE

1.Make sure the phone is OFF.

2.Press and hold the CHAN button for 2 seconds until the phone beeps.

3.Press TONE*.

PULSE

1. Make sure the phone is OFF.

2. Press and hold the CHAN button for 2 seconds until the phone beeps.

4. Press RE/PA.

5. Dial the phone number you want to store in memory.

6. Press MEM.

7. Press any number key (0-9) to store the phone number in that memory location.

TIP: If you need a longer pause, press RE/PA button more times.

	NOTE: This product contains a nickel-cadmium rechargeable
	battery and must be recycled or disposed of properly. We suggest
	that you check with your local Environmental Agency regarding
Ni-Cd	recycling or disposal.
Must be Recycled or
Disposed of Properly

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

no communication	disconnect the power cord and remove
between the base	the battery pack.Then reconnect the
and the handset	power cord and reinstall the battery pack.
	Place handset in the base for 10 seconds
	to allow it to reinitialize.
•	If a power outage occurs while the
	handset is away from the base, the
	handset must be returned to the base
	when the power returns.

For credit card purchases

Your complete charge card number, its expiration date and your signature are necessary to process all charge card orders.

Copy your complete account number from your VISA card.

My card expires:

	7	8	9
PAGE	*	0	#
Base	Handset			Mounting	Headset (for	Belt Clip (for
Base	Handset			bracket	26921 only)	26921 only)

Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior

to first use. If you don’t properly charge the

phone, battery performance will be compromised.

3. Press #.

TEMPORARY TONE

DIALING A STORED NUMBER

1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK button.

2. Press MEM.

In case of difficulty, please check the following Troubleshooting Guide before seeking service.

SERVICE

ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc. warrants to the purchaser or gift

MODULAR JACK REQUIREMENTS

You need an RJ11 (CA11A) type modular jack, which is the most common type of phone jack and might look like the one pictured here. If you don’t have a modular jack, call your local phone company to find out how to get one installed.

DIGITAL SECURITY SYSTEM

4.Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base and into a modular phone jack.

5.Remove the handset hook; turn it upside down, and put it back in the slot (you need to do this to keep the handset from falling out of the base).

6.Slip the mounting holes (on the bottom of the base and on the bracket) over the wall plate posts and slide the unit down firmly into place. (Wall plate not included.)

7.Raise the base antenna.

This feature enables pulse (rotary) service phone users to access touch-tone services offered by banks, credit card companies, etc., by pressing the TONE button to temporarily make the phone touch-tone compatible. To get information about your bank account, for example, you would:

1. Press the TALK button.

2. Call the bank’s information line.

3. Press the TONE button after your call is answered.

3. Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location. The number dials

automatically.

IMPORTANT: If you make test calls to emergency numbers stored in memory, remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call to the dispatcher. Also, it’s a good idea to make these calls in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.

HEADSET AND BELT CLIP OPERATION

Problem	Solution
No dial tone	• Check installation:
	— Is the base power cord connected to a
	working outlet?
	— Is CHARGE/IN USE indicator on?
	— Is the telephone line cord connected to
	the base unit and the wall jack?
	• Disconnect the base from the wall jack
	and connect another phone to the same

recipient that if any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this product within 1 year from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced free of charge, including return transportation.

This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accidents, misuse or leaking batteries.

Should your product not perform properly during the warranty period, either: 1.Return it to the selling dealer with proof of purchase for replacement,

Copy the number above your name on the Master Card

My card expires:

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy which may interfere with residential radio and television reception if not properly installed and used in accordance with instructions contained in this manual. Reasonable protection against such interference is ensured, although there is no guarantee this will not occur in a given installation. If interference is suspected and verified by switching this equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient the radio/television receiver’s antenna, relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver, plug the equipment and receiver into separate circuit outlets. The user may also wish to consult a qualified radio/television technician for additional suggestions. This equipment has been fully tested and complies with all limits for Class B computing devices pursuant to part 15 FCC Rules and Regulations. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to provide protection against false ringing, unauthorized access, and charges to your phone line.

When you place the handset in the base, the unit verifies its security code. After a power outage or battery replacement, you should place the handset in the base for about 20 seconds to reset the code.

INSTALLATION NOTE: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference continues, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.

INSTALLATION

DESKTOP INSTALLATION

NOTE: The phone automatically defaults to touch-tone dialing. To change to pulse (rotary) dialing, see “Tone/Pulse Dialing.” If you don’t know which type of service you have, check with the phone company.

CORDLESS PHONE BASICS

MAKING A CALL

After initial set up, put handset in the base for 12 hours to charge the battery.

The only two things you need to know to make a call are:				TALK
• Press the TALK button before you dial.				button
• Press the TALK button before you dial.	TALK		CHAN
• Press TALK or place the handset in the base to hang up.	RE/PA	FLASH	MUTE
• Press TALK or place the handset in the base to hang up.	1	ABC2	DEF3
	1	ABC2	DEF3
IN USE INDICATOR	GHI 4	JKL 5	MNO 6	RE/PA
IN USE INDICATOR	PQRS7	TUV8	WXYZ9	RE/PA
You know the phone is on when you see the IN USE	TONE*	OPER 0	#	button
indicator on the handset light.		ON OFF
	VOL		MEM
		RINGER
REDIAL
Press the TALK button, then press the RE/PA (redial/pause)
button to redial the last number you called (up to 32 digits).			FLASH	MUTE
			FLASH	MUTE
RECEIVING A CALL			button	button
RECEIVING A CALL
To answer a call, you must press the TALK button before you
can talk.

4. Follow the voice instructions to complete your transaction.

5. Hang up when finished. The phone returns to pulse (rotary) service.

PAGING THE HANDSET

Press the PAGE button on the base to locate a misplaced handset. When you press the PAGE

button, the handset beeps. Press the TALK buttonCHARGE/

IN USE

when you locate the handset.

NOTE: You can still page the handset with the	PAGE	PAGE
		button
ringer off.

CHANNEL BUTTON

If you ever experience any interference or don’t have clear voice quality, press the CHAN button on the handset to advance to another channel.

MEMORY

Store up to 10 numbers in memory for quick dialing.

CHAN button

STORING A NUMBER IN

MEMORY

1. Make sure the phone is OFF.

2. Press the MEM button

CONNECTING A

HEADSET TO THE

HANDSET

For hands free conversation, connect the headset (provided with 26921 only) to the HEADSET jack as shown. The handset receiver and microphone are disabled when the headset is connected.

Adjust the headset to rest comfortably on top of your head and over your ear. Move the microphone to approximately 2 to 3 inches from your mouth.

•Press the TALK button to answer or place a call before using the headset.

CONNECTING THE

BELT CLIP

There are two slots, one on each side of the handset.

• Attach the belt clip (provided with

26921 only) by inserting the sides of

Headset plug

HEADSET jack

Slot for	Slot for
belt clip	belt clip

	jack. If there is no dial tone in the second
	phone, the problem might be your wiring
	or local service.
	• Is the handset out of the base unit’s
	range? Move closer to the base unit.
	• Make sure the battery is properly charged
	(12 hours).
	• Is the battery pack installed correctly?
	• If the phone still does not work, discon-
	nect the power cord and remove the
	battery pack.Then reconnect the power
	cord and reinstall the battery pack. Place
	handset in the base for 10 seconds to
	allow it to reinitialize.
Dial tone is OK, but	• Make sure the tone/pulse setting is
can’t dial out	programmed correctly.
Handset does not ring	• Make sure the RINGER switch on the
	handset is turned to ON.
	• You may have too many extension phones
	on your line.Try unplugging some
	phones.
	• See solutions for “No dial tone.”
Cannot hear phone	• Press the VOL button to adjust the
conversation	volume to the desired listening level.
You experience static,	• Change channels.
noise, or fading in and out	• Is handset out of range? Move closer to

2.Remove the batteries (where applicable), and pack product complete with accessories in the original carton (or equivalent).

— Mail prepaid (with proof of purchase) and insured to:

ATLINKS Communication Canada, Inc. c/o Thomson multimedia Ltd. Distribution Centre

6200 Edwards Boulevard Mississauga, Ontario L5T 2V7

The provisions of this written warranty are in addition to and not a modifica- tion of or subtraction from the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation, and to the extent that any such provisions purport to disclaim, exclude or limit any such statutory warranties and other rights and remedies, such provisions shall be deemed to be amended to the extent necessary to comply therewith.

If you are unable to find a qualified servicer for out of warranty service, you may write to:

ATLINKS Communications Canda, Inc. c/o Thomson multimedia Ltd.

P.O. Box 0944

Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A., 46206-0944

Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference. This information is required if service is needed during the warranty period.

____________________________________________________________________

	Authorized Signature
*Prices are subject to change without notice.
Total Merchandise	.........................................$_______________
Sales Tax	$_______________

We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state, county, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent. Duties will apply for shipments to Canada.

Use VISA or Master Card or Discover preferably. Money order or check must be in U.S. currency only. No COD or Cash. All accessories are subject to availability. Where

applicable, we will ship a superseding model.

Shipping/Handling	$5.00
Shipping/Handling	$_______________
Total Amount Enclosed	$_______________

Mail order form and money order or check (in U.S. currency) made payable to Thomson multimedia Inc. to:

Thomson multimedia Ltd

Mail Order Department

P.O. Box 8419

Ronks, PA 17573-8419

INTERFERENCE INFORMATION

FLASH
Use the FLASH button to activate custom calling services
such as Call Waiting or call transfer, which are available	TALK		CHAN
such as Call Waiting or call transfer, which are available	RE/PA	FLASH	MUTE
through your local phone company.	1	ABC2	DEF3
	GHI 4	JKL 5	MNO 6
	PQRS7	TUV8	WXYZ9
TIP: If you press the TALK button to activate custom	TONE*	OPER 0	#
calling services such as call waiting, you’ll hang up the		ON OFF
	VOL		MEM
		RINGER
phone. Press FLASH instead.

3. Dial the number (up to 20 digits).

4. Press MEM.

5. Press any number key (0-9) to store the phone number

in that memory location.

CHANGING A STORED NUMBER

Use the same procedure to change a stored number as you do to store a number— you’re just replacing the phone number with a different number.

TALK		CHAN
RE/PA	FLASH	MUTE
1	ABC2	DEF3
GHI 4	JKL 5	MNO 6
PQRS7	TUV8	WXYZ9
TONE*	OPER 0	#
	ON OFF
VOL		MEM
	RINGER

RE/PA MEM button button

the belt clip into the slots. Snap the

ends of the belt clip into place.

CHANGING THE BATTERY

Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery.

1. Remove the battery compartment door.

2. Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack and

remove the battery pack from the handset.

	the base.
	• Does the base need to be relocated?
	• Charge handset battery.
	• Make sure base is not plugged into an
	outlet with another household appliance.

Range is shorter	• Press the CHAN button during the
than normal	conversation to select a new channel.
	• Position the base antenna upward.

Battery will not hold a	• Be sure you are sufficiently charging the

PURCHASE DATE ________________________________________________

NAME OF STORE ________________________________________________

REN NUMBER

On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the FCC Registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company.

The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is

Name_______________________________________________________

Address_____________________________________ Apt.____________

City ________________________State________ ZIP_________________

Daytime Phone Number ( )_______________________________

Please make sure that this form has been filled out completely.

for additional suggestions. This equipment has been fully tested and complies with all limits for Class B computing devices pursuant to part 15 FCC Rules and Regulations. This apparatus does not exceed the class B limits for RF noise emissions specified in the RFI regulations of the Industry Canada.

HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY

This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.

INDUSTRY CANADA NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM

REN NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM

Model 26920R	ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc.
Model 26920R	(An Alcatel / Thomson Multimedia Joint Venture)
15726710 (Rev. 0 E/F)	© 2001 ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc.
01-05	Trademark(s) ® Registered
Printed in China	Marque(s) ® déposée(s)

1.Make sure the mounting bracket is securely fastened to the bottom of the base. The mounting bracket should be snapped into the upper four slots on the base’s bottom.

2.Set the RINGER switch (on the handset) to ON, and place handset in the cradle on the base.

3.Plug the power supply into the power jack on the back of base and the other end into an AC outlet. The CHARGE/IN USE indicator comes on and indicates the battery is charging.

Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior to first use. If you don’t properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised.

4.Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base and into a modular phone jack.

5.Raise the base antenna.

	VOLUME	VOL button RINGER– ON
	VOLUME	OFF switch
		OFF switch

The VOL button controls the volume of the handset's earpiece.

RINGER SWITCH

The handset ringer switch can be set to ON or OFF. If the switch is off, the unit will not ring.

STORING A REDIAL NUMBER

1.Make sure the phone is OFF.

2.Press MEM.

3.Press RE/PA (redial/pause).

4.Press MEM.

5.Press any number key (0-9) to store the phone number in that memory location.

3. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord into the

jack inside the handset.

4. Put the battery compartment door back on.

5. Place handset in the base to charge. If you don’t charge the

handset battery properly (for 12 hours) when you first set up

the phone and/or when you install a new battery pack, the

battery’s long-term performance will be compromised.

charge or is fully charged	battery. When the battery has been
and the BAT LOW lights	charged for 12 hours, you can expect
	approximately 4 hours of talk time.
	• Check to be sure battery contacts on both
	the handset and the base are making
	contact and are clean; free of dirt or lint.
	• When the handset is placed in the base,
	check that the base CHARGE/IN USE
	indicator is on.

called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephone company.

TELEPHONE NETWORK INFORMATION	.✂
Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone	LINE
network, the telephone company, where practicable, may notify you that temporary	DOTTED
discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and
the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily
discontinue service immediately.	ALONG
discontinue service immediately.
The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities,
equipment, operations or procedures where such action is required in the operation of	CUT
its business. If these changes are expected to affect the use or performance of your	CUT
from your line.	CUSTOMER:
telephone equipment, the telephone company will likely give you adequate notice to
allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.
Notice must be given to the telephone company upon termination of your telephone

40-Channel 900MHz Cordless Telephone User’s Guide

INTRODUCTION

WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION

MUTE

STORING A PAUSE IN MEMORY

BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

ACCESSORY ORDER FORM

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

1. Turn the phone over and remove the

TONE/PULSE DIALING

PARTS CHECKLIST

the base.

TONE

PULSE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

when the power returns.

For credit card purchases

bracket

26921 only)

26921 only)

TEMPORARY TONE

DIALING A STORED NUMBER

SERVICE

MODULAR JACK REQUIREMENTS

DIGITAL SECURITY SYSTEM

7.Raise the base antenna.

automatically.

HEADSET AND BELT CLIP OPERATION

We bring good things to life.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

INSTALLATION

CORDLESS PHONE BASICS

MAKING A CALL

IN USE INDICATOR

REDIAL

RECEIVING A CALL

PAGING THE HANDSET

CHANNEL BUTTON

MEMORY

CONNECTING A

HEADSET TO THE

HANDSET

CONNECTING THE

BELT CLIP

Slot for

belt clip

— Mail prepaid (with proof of purchase) and insured to:

6200 Edwards Boulevard Mississauga, Ontario L5T 2V7

$5.00

Mail Order Department

P.O. Box 8419

Ronks, PA 17573-8419

INTERFERENCE INFORMATION

FLASH

through your local phone company.

CHANGING A STORED NUMBER

CHANGING THE BATTERY

REN NUMBER

01-05

Marque(s) ® déposée(s)

RINGER SWITCH

STORING A REDIAL NUMBER

the phone and/or when you install a new battery pack, the

TELEPHONE NETWORK INFORMATION