Radio Interference
Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your cordless Handset, or clicking noises in the Base Unit. This interference is caused by external sources such as TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner, fluorescent lighting, or electrical storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. If these noises continue and are too distracting, please check around your home to see what appliances may be causing the problem. In addition, we recommend that the Base not be plugged into a circuit that also powers a major appliance because of the potential for interference. Be certain that the antenna on the unit is fully extended when needed.
In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio signals from another cordless telephone or other source of interference. If you cannot eliminate this type of interference, you need to change to a different channel.
Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs 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 or VCR. If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.
More Than One Cordless Telephone
If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home, they must operate on different channels. Press the channel key to select a channel that provides the clearest communication.
Installation
Selecting a Location
Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some important guidelines you should consider:
lThe location should be close to both a phone jack and power outlet.
lKeep the Base Unit and Handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors or fluorescent lighting.
lBe sure there is sufficient space to fully extend the Base Unit antenna.
lThe Base Unit can be placed on a desk or tabletop or mounted on a wall.
lIf you decide to mount your phone on the wall, make sure to change the handset retainer so that the tab which holds the Handset faces up. (See page 14 for more information.)
lYou should charge your new phone for
Connecting the Telephone Cords
Consider these safety guidelines before connecting the telephone cords:
CAUTION:
lNever install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
lNever touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected.
lUse caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
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