DIALING A CALLER ID NUMBER
1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2.Use the CID review (up or down arrow) buttons to display the desired Caller ID record.
3.Press TALK/callback. The number dials automatically.
CHANGING THE CID NUMBER FORMAT
The FORMAT button lets you change the format of the displayed CID number.The available formats are as follows.
7-digit7-digit telephone number.
10-digit3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number.
11-digitlong distance code “1” + 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number.
1.Use the CID review (up or down arrow) buttons to scroll to the number you want to call back.
2.If the number will not dial as shown, press the FORMAT button. Repeat if necessary, until the correct number of digits are shown.
3.Press TALK/callback. The number dials automatically.
MUTE
Use the mute button during a phone conversation to speak privately with another person in the room. The person on the telephone will not hear your private conversation.
MEMORY
Store up to ten 24-digit numbers in memory for quick dialing. This memory feature is in addition to the 40 Caller ID records that can be stored in the Caller ID memory log.
STORING A NAME AND NUMBER IN MEMORY
1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2.Press the mem button.
3.Press the desired memory location (0 through 9).
4.Press the mem button again.
NOTE: If you don't want to enter the name, skip step 5.
5.Use the number keys on the handset to enter the name (up to 15 characters) and press the memory button to save. More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys. For example, to enter the name Bill Smith, press the 2 key twice for the letter B. Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Press the 5 key 3 times for the letter L and wait for the flashing cursor to automatically move to the next position. Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L, and wait 1 second for the cursor to automatically move to the next position. Press the 1 key to insert a space between the L and the S. Press the 7 key 4 times for the letter S; press the 6 key once for the letter M; press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I; press the 8 key for the letterT; press the 4 key twice for the letter H.
NOTE: The cursor will automatically move to the next position if another number key is pressed.
6.Press the mem button to save the name. The display shows ENTER TEL NUMBER.
7.Use the number keypad to enter the telephone number you want to store (up to 24 digits).
8.Press mem again to store the number.
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 one.
STORING A REDIAL NUMBER
1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2.Press redial.
3.Press the mem button.
4.Press any number key (0-9) to store the phone number in that memory location.
To replace and old redial number stored in a memory locations with a new redial number:
1.Repeat steps 1 through 4.
2.Press the mem button and REPLACE MEMO? shows in the display.
3.Press mem again and the new redial number replaces the old redial number in that memory location.The unit beeps twice to confirm.
DIALING A STORED NUMBER
1.Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK/ callback button.
2.Press mem.
3.Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location. The number dials automatically.
- OR -
1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2.Press mem.
3.Use the CID review (up or down arrow) buttons to scroll through the numbers stored in memory until the desired number is shown.
4.Press TALK/callback. The numbers dial 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.
INSERTING A PAUSE IN THE DIALING SEQUENCE
When storing information in memory, press the # PAUSE button two times to insert a delay in the dialing sequence of a stored telephone number when a pause is needed to wait for a dial tone (for example after you dial 9 for an outside line, or to wait for a computer access tone). PAUSE shows on the display as a “P. “ Each pause counts as 1 digit in the dialing sequence.
REVIEWING AND DELETING STORED NUMBERS
1.Press mem, then use the CID review (up or down arrow) buttons to view the entry.
2.While the entry is displayed, press redial/delete to delete the entry. The display shows DELETE?
3.Press redial/delete a second time to delete the entry.
CHAIN DIALING FROM MEMORY
Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers such as using a calling card for a frequently called long distance number. Basically, you dial each part of the sequence from memory.The following example shows how you can use chain dialing to make a call through a long distance service:
The Number For | Memory Location | |
Long distance access number | | 7 |
Authorization code | | 8 |
Frequently called long distance number | 9 |
| | |
1.Make sure the phone is ON.
2.Press mem and then press 7.
3.When you hear the access tone, press mem and then press 8.
4.At the next access tone, press mem and then 9.
TIP: Wait for the access tones before pressing the next memory button, or your call might not go through.
HEADSET AND BELT CLIP
OPERATION
CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL HEADSET
TO THE HANDSET
For hands free conversation, connect the headset (optional) 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. | Headset |
| • Press the TALK button |
| plug |
| to answer or place a | |
| call before using the headset. | |
CONNECTING THE BELT
There are two slots, one | | |
on each side of the | Slot for | Slot for |
handset. | belt clip | belt clip |
• Attach the belt clip by inserting the sides of 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.
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. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 12 hours) prior to first use or when you install a new
battery pack. If you do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the instruction book.
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.
•Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.
GENERAL PRODUCT CARE
To keep your telephone working and looking good, follow these guidelines:
•Avoid putting the phone 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 and other rough treatment to the phone.
•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 the phone at a later date.
CAUSES OF POOR RECEPTION
•Aluminum siding.
•Foil backing on insulation.
•Heating ducts and other metal construction can shield radio signals.
•You’re too close to appliances such as microwaves, stoves, computers, etc.
•Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms.
•Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of the house.
•Base is plugged into an AC outlet with other electronic devices.
•Baby monitor is using the same frequency.
•Handset battery is low.
•You’re out of range of the base.
MESSAGE INDICATORS
The following indicators show the status of a message or of the unit.
ERROR | Caller information has been interrupted |
| during transmission or the phone is |
| excessively noisy. |
ENTER NAME | Prompt telling you to enter a name for |
| one of the 10 memory locations. |
DELETE ALL? Prompt asking if you want to erase all Caller ID records or one of the 10 numbers stored in the phone’s outgoing memory.
DELETE CALL ID? Prompt asking if you want to erase the current Caller ID record that is shown on the display.
END OF LIST | Indicates there is no additional |
| information in the Caller ID memory |
| log. |
NEW | Indicates call or calls have not been |
| reviewed. |
UNKNOWN | The incoming call is from an area not |
| serviced by Caller ID or the information |
| was not sent. |
PAGING | Someone has pressed the PAGE button |
| on the base. |
BLOCKED | The person is calling from a number |
| that has been blocked from |
| transmission. |
REPT | Repeat call message. Indicates that a |
| new call from the same number was |
| received more than once. |
NO DATA | No Caller ID information was received. |
HANDSET SOUND SIGNALS
Signal | Meaning |
A long warbling tone | Signals an incoming call |
(with ringer on) | |
One short beep | Page signal |
and one long beep | |
Three short beeps | Out of range |
One beep every 7 seconds | Low battery warning |
| |
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
CALLER ID
Problem | Solution |
No Display | • Is battery fully charged?Try |
| replacing the battery. Make sure |
| the battery is properly installed |
| and connected. |
| • If you are using AC power, make |
| sure that the unit is connected to a |
| non-switched electrical outlet. |
| Disconnect the unit from the plug |
| and plug it in again. |
| • Did you order Caller ID service |
| from your local telephone |
| company? |
| |
Caller ID Error | • The unit displays this |
Message | message if it detects anything |
| other than valid Caller ID |
| information during the silent |
| period after the first ring.This |
| message indicates the presence of |
| noise on the line. |
| |
TELEPHONE | |
| |
Problem | Solution |
| |
No dial tone | • Check installation: |
| — Is the base power cord connected |
| to a working outlet? |
| — 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 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 range of the |
| base? |
| • Make sure the battery is properly |
| charged (12 hours). |
| • Is the battery pack installed |
| correctly? |
| • Did the handset beep when you |
| pressed theTALK button? Did the |
| IN USE indicator come on?The |
| battery may need to be charged. |
Dial tone is OK, but | • Make sure the tone/pulse |
can't dial out | setting is programmed correctly. |
Handset does | • Make sure the RINGER switch |
not ring | 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.” |
| |
You experience | • Change channels |
static, noise, or | • Is handset out of range? |
fading in and out | Move closer to the base. |
| • Does the base need to be |
| relocated? |
| • Charge battery. |
| • Make sure base is not plugged |
| into an outlet with another |
| household appliance. |
| |
Unit beeps | • Place handset in base for 20 |
| seconds to reset the security code. |
| If that doesn’t work, charge battery |
| for 12 hours. |
| • Clean charging contacts on |
| handset and base with a soft cloth, |
| or an eraser. |
| • See solutions for “No dial tone.” |
| • Replace battery. |
| |
Memory Dialing | • Did you program the memory |
| location keys correctly? |
| • Did you follow proper dialing |
| sequence? |
| • Make sure the tone/pulse setting is |
| programmed correctly. |
| • Did you reprogram numbers into |
| memory after power outage or |
| battery replacement? |
| |
SERVICE
The FCC requires this product to be serviced only by the manufacturer or its authorized service agents. In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by ATLINKS USA, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this product. For instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this user's guide or contact Consumer Information at 1-800-448-0329.
Or refer inquiries to:
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
Manager, Consumer Relations
P O Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206
Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot down the date this product was purchased or received as a gift. This information will be valuable if service should be required during the warranty period.
Purchase date__________ Name of store____________________________________
INTERFERENCE INFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed 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:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).
•Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna.
•Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when
ordering copies.
LIMITED WARRANTY
What your warranty covers:
•Defects in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
•One year, from date of purchase.
(The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.)
What we will do:
•Provide you with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the original product’s warranty period.
How you get service:
•Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.
•”Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period, must be presented to obtain warranty service.” For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required. Also print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to:
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
c/o Thomson multimedia Inc. 11721 B Alameda Ave. Socorro, Texas 79927
•Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty.
•Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Atlinks accepts no liability in case of damage or loss.
•A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.
What your warranty does not cover:
•Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls. Any additional information, should be obtained from your dealer.)
•Installation and setup service adjustments.
•Batteries.
•Damage from misuse or neglect.
•Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.
•Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.
•Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Product Registration:
•Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
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 ATLINKS USA, INC., ITS AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
•REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. ATLINKS USA, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
How state law relates to this warranty:
•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.
If you purchased your product outside the USA:
•This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
