Checking the signal strength | Philips CD455XY/ZZ, SE455XY/ZZ

4.6What is standby mode? Your phone is in standby mode when it is idle. The standby screen displays the handset name, the handset number, the date and time, the signal icon, and the battery icon.

4.7Checking the signal strength

The signal icon displays the link status between your handset and the base

station. A steady icon means your handset and the base station are linked. A flashing icon means your handset and the base station are not linked.

If you move too far away from the base station while you are on the phone, you will hear warning tones notifying you that your handset is almost out of range - lost link. Take your handset closer to the base station or your call may be cut off shortly after the warning.

Note

If your handset has lost link, you will not be able to make or receive any calls. You will also not be able to carry out many of the phone's functions and features.

4.8Switching your handset ON/

OFF

4.8.1Switching off your handset

1Press and hold e. The handset's screen turns off.

Note

Your handset cannot receive any calls if the power is switched off.

4.8.2Switching on your handset

1Press e. The handset may take a few seconds to power up.

Getting started

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Philips CD455XY/ZZ, SE455XY/ZZ, SE455C Checking the signal strength, Switching your handset on, Switching off your handset

Contents

US Telephone Answering Machine Page Table of contents Call log Calling FeaturesNetwork Services Extra Features Equipment approval Information Settings Technical Data Frequently asked Questions AppendixSystem Answering Machine Do not overload wall outlets Important Safety Instructions If the product’s cabinet has been damaged Power requirements Packaging information Battery life may be shortened in low temperature conditionsConformity EnvironmentalPage Your phone Handset Battery doorWith Bracket Power supply NiMH AAA Rechargeable Guarantee Quick start Talk/Flash key r Overview of your phone Call Log/Up key uOK key Back/Clear key c Previous key R Volume downVolume up + Delete key f Tip Display iconsMenus Browsing the menus Getting started Getting startedConnect the base station Wall mounting the base CD455 Re-insert the bracket to the back of the base station Turn the bracket aroundWall mounting the base SE455 Install your handset Setting the date and time Format Setting the clockSetting the date and time Select Clock & Alarm SET DATE/TIME. Press OK Switching on your handset Checking the signal strengthSwitching your handset on Switching off your handset Phonebook This menu item is country-dependent Getting started Clock /ALARM Activate Deactivate Answer Machine Call LOG Redial List Redialing the last number CallMaking a call Pre-dialing Answering a call Adjusting the earpiece volumeUsing the speaker or handsfree Ending a call Press Press r Press OK. Select Start 2ND CALL. Press OK againYour first call will be put on hold Toggling between two external calls Making a conference call Calling another handsetTo toggle between the calls Transferring a call During the conference call Press eto end the conference callExternal call is put on hold automatically Entering text and numbers Text and NumbersInput table Press OK. Select PHONEBOOK. Press OK PhonebookViewing the phonebook Searching by the first Character Select Phonebook Edit Setting VIP melodiesUsing quick dial Editing a record Quick dial key is cancelled Cancelling a quick dial keyEditing a quick dial key Saving a call record to your phonebook Call logViewing the call records Returning a call Record is deleted Enter and edit the name if necessary. Press OKDeleting a call record Select DELETE. Press OK Redial List Custom Options Select Advanced SET XHD SOUND. Press OK Calling Features Area code management Activating/deactivating call barringSelect Advanced SET Call BARRING. Press OK Select Number Number 1 2 Turning first ring on/off This feature only applies to models with first ring supportSelect Advanced SET First RING. Press OK Network Services Editing the call return service center number Editing the voicemail service numbersCalling the call return service center Select NETW. Services Call Return CALL. Press OK Activating withhold ID Editing the cancel call back service numberSelect NETW. Services Withhold ID ACTIVATE. Press OK Withholding IDm Extra Features Locking the keypad Setting the easy call numberDeactivating easy call Keypad lock System All settings have been reset Turning off the answering machine Turning on the answering machineThrough the handset Through the base Recording a greeting message Setting the answering Machine languageSelect Answer Machine Settings Voice LANGUAGE. Press OK Greetings OGM Stop playback. Press Back Enter options menu. Press OK Deleting a greeting messageFrom the base From the handset Select Answer Machine Delete ALL. Press OK Select Answer Machine Settings HS SCREENING. Press OKSetting the ring delay Deleting all old incoming messages Select Answer Machine Settings Remote ACCESS. Press OK Select Answer Machine Settings Ring DELAY. Press OKRemote access Activating/deactivating remote access Default pre-programmed settings Technical Data No parking tone Connection Signal icon flashingSet-up Registration fails continuously Sound No dialing tone Caller ID does not display Phone may be at a location with thick walls. Move the baseHandset does not ring Check that the handset ringer is turned on. See Rights of the Phone Company AppendixAppendix Temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must Please specify stock number When ordering copies Appendix Privacy NoiseFCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC Do not attempt to repair or modify this equipment US / Canada Service CenterRbrc seal Index Entering text and numbers 27 Extra Features Index