27990

40-Channel 2.4 GHz Cordless Telephone with Digital Answerer User’s Guide

INTRODUCTION

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

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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

3.Plug the power supply into the power jack on the back of the base and the other end into an electrical outlet. The “charge/in use” indicator comes on, verifying 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.

CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc. 5-2521 power supply that came with this unit. Using other power supplies may damage the unit.

SETTING THE VOICE TIME/DAY STAMP

1.Press and hold the day/check button to set the day of the week.

2.Press the hour button to set the hour (a.m. or p.m.).

3.Press the min button to set the minute. When you press and hold the min button, the time advances in 5-minute intervals.

4.Press and release the day/check button to review the day and time settings.

NOTE: If “CL” flashes in the messages indicator, the clock needs to be set.

SETTING THE SPEAKER VOLUME

CHARGE/IN USE INDICATOR

The phone is on when the antenna indicator on the handset and the charge/in use indicator on the base is lit. The antenna indicator and the charge/in use indicator on the base flashes when you receive a call.

REDIAL

Press the talk button, then press the redial button to redial the last number you called (up to 32 digits).

If you get a busy signal, and want to keep dialing the number, press the redial button again to dial the number.

STORING A NUMBER IN MEMORY

The phone must be OFF (not in TALK mode) when you store numbers.

1.

Press the mem button.

2.

Press a number key (0-9) to store the dialed number in that memory location. (If you

 

make an error storing the number, the phone beeps twice.)

3.

Press the mem button.

4.

Enter the number (up to 20 digits).

5.

Press mem button to confirm. You will hear a confirmation tone.

 

CAUTION: 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

PARTS CHECKLIST

Make sure your package includes the items shown here.

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MODULAR JACK REQUIREMENTS

You need an RJ11 (CA11A) type modular wall jack, which is the most common type of phone jack and might look like the one pictured here. If

WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION

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Use the volume + or - switches on the base to adjust speaker volume to a comfortable level.

VOICE INSTRUCTIONS

If you need additional assistance, press the rev button when you plug in the answerer and follow the voice instructions.

SETTING THE RING SELECT

Set the RING SELECT switch on the back of the unit to choose the number of times you want the phone to ring before the machine answers the call. You can choose 3 rings or 5 rings.

RECORDING THE OUTGOING ANNOUNCEMENT

For best results when recording, you should be about 9 inches from the microphone, and eliminate as much background noise as possible.

1. Press and hold the announce button. You need to hold the button until you finish the

RECEIVING A CALL

To answer a call you must press the talk button on the handset before you can talk.

FLASH BUTTON

Use the flash button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting or call transfer, which are available through your local phone company.

TIP: Don't use the talk button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting, or you’ll hang up the phone.

VOLUME BUTTON

Press the handset VOL up or down buttons to adjust the volume of the handset's earpiece. There are four settings.

idea to make these calls in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.

INSERTING A PAUSE IN THE DIALING SEQUENCE

Press the #pause button 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 when you need to wait for a computer access tone). Each pause counts as 1 digit.

CHANGING A STORED NUMBER

Use the same procedure to change a stored number as you do to store a number but just replace the old phone number with a new one.

STORING A REDIAL NUMBER

1.

Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).

2.

Press the mem button.

3.

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

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The Industry Canada does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

you don’t have a modular jack, call your local phone company to find out how to get one installed.

DIGITAL SECURITY SYSTEM

Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect 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, microwave ovens, 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, microwave oven, or VCR. If interference continues, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV, microwave oven or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.

Certain other communications devices may also use the 2.4 GHz frequency for communication, and, if properly set, these devices may interfere with each other and/ or your new telephone. If you are concerned with interference, please refer to the owner’s manual for these devices on how to properly set channels to avoid interference. Typical devices that may use the 2.4 GHz frequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems, and some long-range cordless telephone systems.

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

1.Remove the battery compartment door on the handset, insert the battery pack, plug the cord into the jack (inside the compartment), and replace the compartment door.

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 plug the other end into an electrical outlet. The “charge/in use” indicator comes on, verifying 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.Remove the handset from the cradle and set aside. Turn the base over and align four slots on the bottom of the base with the four hook-tabs on the bracket.

5.Insert the hook-tabs into the slots and push upwards until the bracket snaps securely into place.

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

7.Slip the mounting holes over the wall plate posts and firmly slide the unit down into place.

8.Place the handset in the cradle.

NOTE: If desired, gather the extra power supply and telephone line cord together, fasten with a wire tie, and store inside the wall mounting bracket.

CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc. 5-2521 power supply that came with this unit. Using other power supplies may damage the unit.

ANSWERING MACHINE SETUP

 

announcement.

2.

Begin talking after you hear the beep.

3.

Release the button when you finish your announcement.

If you choose not to record an outgoing announcement, a default announcement will play. To return to the default announcement after you have recorded your own outgoing announcement, press the announce button and release it when you hear the beep or simply press erase while your announcement is playing.

Sample Outgoing Announcement

Hi, this is (use your name here), I can't answer the phone right now, so please leave your name, number and a brief message after the tone, and I'll get back to you. Thanks.

REVIEWING ANNOUNCEMENT

• Press and release announce button to review your outgoing announcement.

CORDLESS PHONE BASICS

volume button

mute button

volume

MUTE BUTTON

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 antenna indicator blinks).

2.Press mute again to turn it off.

RINGER SWITCH

The RINGER switch must be ON for the handset to ring during incoming calls.

TONE/PULSE SETTING

1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).

2.Press the program button.

3.Press * tone button for tone or # pause for pulse selection.

4.Press the program button again. You will hear a confirmation tone.

PAGING THE HANDSET

Press the page button on the base to get the attention of the person near the

handset, or to find a misplaced handset. Press the talk button on the handset when you find it.

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

4.

Press redial.

5.

Press the mem button again to confirm.

DIALING A STORED NUMBER

1.Make sure the phone is ON.

2.Press the mem button.

3.Press the number for that memory location.

ERASING A STORED NUMBER

1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).

2.Press and release the mem button.

3.Press the memory location you want to erase.

4.Press and release the mem button twice.

CHAIN DIALING FROM MEMORY

Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers, for instance if you use a calling card for a frequently called long distance number. 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

 

 

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe systems, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

NOTES: This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.

Party lines are subject to telephone company tariffs and, therefore, you may not be able to use your own telephone equipment if you are on a party line. Check with your local telephone company.

INTERFERENCE 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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INSTALLATION

This section shows you how to set up your answering machine to receive incoming calls. Before you begin the setup, turn on the answerer.

Press the answer on/off button to turn the answering machine on and off. The MESSAGES indicator lights when the answering machine is on. The indicator blinks when you have messages.

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play/stop button

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RINGER TONE SELECTION

There are 2 ringer tones for selection.

1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).

2.Press program 1 or 2.

3.Press program to confirm the selection. You will hear a confirmation tone.

FAST REDIAL

When you hear a busy tone, you can redial the previously dialed number again by pressing the redial button.

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.

TEMPORARY TONE

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.

HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY

This telephone system meets FCC/Industry Canada standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.

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Model 27990A

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DESKTOP INSTALLATION

1.Remove the battery compartment door on the handset, insert the battery pack, plug the cord into the jack (inside the compartment), and replace the compartment door.

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

 

 

volume buttons

 

memo

 

 

 

announce button

 

announce

erase button

 

erase

day/check button

page

 

hour button

 

 

min button

 

 

Messages indicator

 

skip

 

 

play/

 

stop

charge

rev

play/stop button

in use

 

charge/in

rev button

skip button

use indicator

 

 

chan/ans button

Ringer on/off

 

switch

MAKING A CALL

The only two things you need to know to make a call are:

Press the talk button before you dial.

Press talk button or place the handset in the base to hang up. Otherwise, it works just like any other phone.

CAUTION: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that isn’t cordless, in case the power in your home goes out.

ADVANCED FEATURES

CHANNEL BUTTON

While talking, you might need to manually change the channel in order get rid of static caused by baby monitors, garage door openers, or other cordless phones. Press and release the chan button to advance to the next clear channel.

THE MEMORY FEATURE

Store up to 10 numbers in memory for quick dialing.

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

1.Call the bank’s information line.

2.Press the tone key, denoted with (*) on the keypad, when your call is answered.

3.Follow the voice menu instructions to get the information. When you hang up, the phone goes back to pulse (rotary) service.

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