ADJUSTING HANDSET RECEIVE VOLUME
The handset has eight (8) volume levels. To adjust the handset volume, locate the volume up/down keys, located on the handset, below the “#” key. Pressing the “minus”
AUTO DIAL KEYS
The DCT1800 series has either five (5) or ten (10) programmable guest service (auto dial) keys, depending on the model you own. These keys can be programmed to automatically dial telephone numbers, or to activate telephone system features. To program the auto dial keys (programming can only be done from base unit):
1.With the phone “on hook” (inactive) and the faceplate removed, press the recessed STORE key (see diagram).
2.Enter the desired telephone number (up to 15 digits in length) to be stored. To enter a “pause” in the number string, press the REDIAL key as necessary.
3.Press the STORE key again.
4.Press the auto dial key where the number is to be stored. Programming is now completed for that auto dial key. To program additional keys, repeat this process.
RECEIVING A CALL
An audible ring and flickering red LED indicate an incoming call.
To answer the call using the handset while it is not on the base:
1.Pick up the handset and press the ON key.
2.The handset will go
3.To end the call, place the handset in the base unit cradle, or press the OFF key on the handset.
To answer the call using the handset while it is resting on the base:
1.Pick up the handset from the base. The phone will automatically connect to the line.
2.To end the call, replace the handset in the base unit cradle, or press the OFF key on the handset.
To answer the call using the speakerphone:
1.Press either the LINE key or the SPKR key. The speakerphone will go
2.To end the call, press the SPKR key to hang up.
PLACING A CALL
Using the handset:
1.Pick up the handset and press the ON key. Listen for dial tone and dial the desired number.
2.After the call is complete, press the OFF key to hang up.
Using the speakerphone:
1.Press either the LINE key or the SPKR key.
2.Listen for dial tone, and dial the desired number, or press an auto dial key to dial a preprogrammed number.
3.After the call is complete, press the SPKR key to hang up.
REDIAL
The DCT1800 series can automatically redial the last number dialed. On the handset, press the REDIAL key to redial the last number.
USING THE HOLD KEY
The HOLD key places the call on hold locally at the cordless telephone.
To place a call on hold:
1.With a call active, press the red HOLD key on either the handset or base unit.
2.The red line LED will flash, indicating the call is on hold.
To remove a call from hold:
1.Press the line key of the call on hold. This will remove the call from hold, making the call active again.
2.The red line LED will return to steady illumination, indicating the line is active.
To change phones after placing a call on hold:
1.Place the call on hold as above.
2.Pick up the call at another telephone that is on the same line. The telephone will activate the line and remove the hold at the original telephone.
TO MUTE THE SPEAKERPHONE
1.Press the MUTE key on the base unit. The red LED above the MUTE key will illuminate. The party on the other end will not be able to hear you when the MUTE LED is lit.
2.Press the MUTE key again to turn off the mute feature. The MUTE LED will go out.
CONVERTING FROM DESK TO WALL MOUNT
The DCT1800 series can be adapted for wall mounting applica- tions. The conversion is easiest to make when the handset and cords are not connected.
1.Located on the handset cradle, above the speaker grill, is the wall/desk mount clip. Remove this clip by firmly pushing it upward towards the top of the phone.
2.Flip the clip over (top to bottom) so that the protruding edge is towards the top of the phone and replace it in its slot. This edge will hold the handset when the phone is mounted on the wall.
3.Turn the telephone over so the bottom is up, facing you. Place it on a
4.Locate and remove the mounting bracket. Firmly push back and pull up to remove two of the four retaining tabs.
5.Rotate the mounting bracket 180º degrees clockwise, so that the mounting eyelet on the bracket is facing in the same direction as the other mounting eyelet located on the bottom of the telephone.
6.Insert the top two retaining tabs of the mounting brackets into the mounting bracket slots (located near the middle of the telephone). Then firmly push down to insert the retaining tabs on the opposite side of the mounting bracket.
7.Connect a
8.Turn the telephone over, and slide the telephone down onto the mounting posts of the wall bracket. Ensure that both eyelets line up with the mounting posts.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WHEN USING YOUR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
1.READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2.FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MARKED ON THE PRODUCT.
3.UNPLUG THE PRODUCT FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE CLEANING. DO NOT USE LIQUID CLEANER OR AEROSOL CLEANERS. USE A DAMP CLOTH FOR CLEANING.
4.DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT NEAR WATER, FOR EXAMPLE, NEAR A BATH- TUB, WASH BOWL, KITCHEN SINK OR LAUNDRY TUB, IN A WET BASEMENT, OR NEAR A SWIMMING POOL.
5.DO NOT PLACE THIS PRODUCT ON AN UNSTABLE CART, STAND OR TABLE. THE PRODUCT MAY FALL, CAUSING SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT.
6.SLOTS AND OPENINGS IN THE CABINET AND THE BACK OF BOTTOM ARE PROVIDED FOR VENTILATION, TO PROTECT IT FROM OVERHEATING. THESE OPENINGS MUST NOT BE BLOCKED OR COVERED. THE OPENINGS SHOULD NEVER BE BLOCKED BY PLACING THE PRODUCT ON THE BED, SOFA, RUG OR ANY OTHER SIMILAR SURFACE. THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NEVER BE PLACED NEAR OR OVER A RADIATOR OR HEAT REGISTER. THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE PLACED IN A
7.NEVER PUSH OBJECTS OF ANY KIND INTO THIS PRODUCT THROUGH CABI- NET SLOTS AS THEY MAY TOUCH DANGEROUS VOLTAGE POINTS OR SHORT OUT PARTS THAT COULD RESULT IN A RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. NEVER SPILL LIQUID OF ANY KIND ON THE PRODUCT.
8.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THIS PRODUCT. BUT TAKE IT TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE FACILITY IF
SERVICE OR REPAIR WORK IS REQUIRED. OPENING OR REMOVING COVERS MAY EXPOSE YOU TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGES OR OTHER RISKS. INCORRECT REASSEMBLY CAN CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS SUBSE- QUENTLY USED.
9.UNPLUG THIS PRODUCT FROM THE WALL OUTLET AND REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL UNDER THE FOLLOWING CON- DITIONS:
-WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY CORD OR PLUG IS DAMAGED OR FRAYED.
-IF LIQUID HAS BEEN SPILLED INTO THE PRODUCT.
-IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO RAIN OR WATER.
-IF THE PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE NORMALLY BY FOLLOWING THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. ADJUST ONLY THOSE CONTROLS THAT ARE COV- ERED BY THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, AS IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT OF OTHER CONTROLS MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE, AND MAY REQUIRE EXTENSIVE WORK BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN TO
RESTORE THE PRODUCT TO NORMAL OPERATION.
-IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN DROPPED OR THE CABINET HAS BEEN DAM- AGED.
-IF THE PRODUCT EXHIBIT A DISTINCT CHANGE IN PERFORMANCE.
10. AVOID USING A TELEPHONE (OTHER THAN A CORDLESS TYPE)
DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM. THERE MAY BE A REMOTE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK FROM LIGHTNING.
11.DO NOT USE THE TELEPHONE TO REPORT A GAS LEAK IN THE VICINITY OF THE LEAK.
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