E3

Checking the Package Contents
Make sure you have received the following items in the package.
Base unit (1)• Rechargeable batteries (5)• Telephone cord (1)• Answering system wallet card•
Chargers (4)• Belt clips (5)• Wall mount bracket (1)• Quick reference guide•
Handsets (5)• AC adapters (5)• Battery order sheet (1)• This instruction manual•
Terminology Used in this Manual
Standby The handset is not in use. If it is off the cradle, no line has been activated. No dial tone is present.
CID
Caller ID is available from your Telephone provider and is offered to users on a subscription basis.
With this service, you will be able to see the incoming caller information such as name and phone
number.
CID/CW or
CIDCW
Caller ID with Call Waiting is available by subscription from your Telephone provider.
With this service, you will be able to view incoming caller information while on a call with another user.
Base The main part of the phone that connects to your phone line and lets you make and receive calls.
Charger A cradle that charges the handset battery.
It connects to power but does not connect to a phone line.
Global
Settings
This term relates to feature settings that will apply to all registered handsets and the base.
These features are available by selecting "GLOBAL SETUP" in the handset menu. Only one handset can
change global settings at a time, and you have to make sure the phone is not currently being used. If
you have multiple bases, the different bases have each global settings; select the base before changing
the global setting ( see Selecting the Base on page E16 ).
Talk A telephone line has been activated on the handset or base, enabling a dial tone.
Manual Conventions
This manual uses several different type styles to help you distinguish between different parts of the phone:
Bold text indicates a key, a status light or a connection jack on the phone
ALL CAPITALS indicates text on the display, such as menu options, prompts, and confirmation messages
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