UNAVAILABLE

Indicates the handset is out of range. Or an additional handset

 

is in use. Or there has been a base power failure, in which case

 

you must place all handsets on the main base cradle for 20

 

seconds to re-establish link with the base.

UNKNOWN NAME/

The incoming call is from an area not serviced by Caller ID or

CALLER/NUMBER

the information was not sent.

WAITING HANDSET

Prompt telling you to enter registration mode of handset.

REGISTRATION

Handset Sound Signals

Signal

Meaning

A long warbling tone (with ringer on)

Signals an incoming call

Three short beeps

Page signal

One short beep (every 7 seconds)

Low battery warning

Troubleshooting Guide

Telephone Solutions

No dial tone

Check and repeat installation steps:

Ensure the base power cord is connected to a working outlet .

Ensure the telephone line cord is connected to the base and the wall jack.

Connect another phone to the same jack; if there is still no dial tone, the problem might be your wiring or local service.

The cordless handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base.

Ensure the battery is properly charged (16 hours).

Ensure the battery pack installed correctly.

Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button? The battery may need to be charged.

Place handset in charge cradle for at least 20 seconds.

Dial tone is OK, but can’t dial out

Make sure the TONE/PULSE setting on the base is set to the type of phone service you are subscribed to.

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