Sylvania STC984 Owner's Manual
Sylvania STC984 Owner's Manual

Sylvania STC984 Owner's Manual

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2.4 GHz Cordless Telephone with Call Waiting Caller ID
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT
Model : STC984
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  • Page 1 Msg Waiting L-D-C C-F CALLS BATT MSG DIR TOTAL Option Scan Voice Mail Flash Re/Pa Func Save Edit 2.4 GHz Cordless Telephone with Call Waiting Caller ID PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT Model : STC984 IN USE/ CHARGE POWER PAGE...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Instructions... 3 Handset Controls... 5 Base Unit Controls... 7 Getting Started... 8 Belt Clip Installation... 9 Cordless Telephone Operation... 10 Preparing for Use... 10 Receiving Calls...10 Placing Calls... 11 Redial Feature... 11 Using the Headset Feature... 12 Caller ID System Operation... 13 Caller ID System...13 Viewing Caller Information During Incoming Calls...
  • Page 3 Contents Function Settings...21 A. Setting the Ringer Level... 22 B. Changing the Language... 22 C. Turning the First Ring ON or OFF... 23 D. Setting the Time and Date... 23 E. Adjusting the Contrast... 23 F. Setting the PBX Number... 24 G.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury, always follow these basic safety precautions when using your cordless telephone equipment. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone. 3.
  • Page 5: Battery Safety

    Safety Instructions D. If the telephone does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment may require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the telephone to normal operation. E.
  • Page 6: Handset Controls

    Handset Controls...
  • Page 7 Handset Controls 3. Talk button - Press to answer an incoming call or to place a call. Press to end a call. 4. Handset Volume Control (HI, MID, LOW) Switch - Select the receiver volume level (HI, MID, LOW). 5. Telephone Keypad buttons - Allows you to make a call depending on pressed button.
  • Page 8: Base Unit Controls

    Base Unit Controls...
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Connecting Your Phone This section is a reference guide to the basic functions and operations of your cordless telephone. For more detailed descriptions of the operations and features of this telephone, refer to the Contents on page 1. 1.
  • Page 10: Belt Clip Installation

    Getting Started 7. Install the Handset Battery Pack by plugging it into the Battery Connector inside the Battery Compartment. 8. Place the Battery Pack inside the Battery Compartment. 9. Slide the Handset Battery Compartment Cover firmly into place in its closed position.
  • Page 11: Cordless Telephone Operation

    Cordless Telephone Operation Preparing for Use Before you can use your cordless telephone, you must charge the Handset for 12 hours. Failure to do so will require recharging of the Battery Pack more often. 1. Place the Handset on the Base Unit for 12 hours. 2.
  • Page 12: Placing Calls

    Cordless Telephone Operation Placing Calls 1. Press the Talk button, the Call Timer starts to count. 2. Wait until you hear a dial tone and then dial the phone number. 3. When you have finished your call, press Talk button again or place the Handset on the Base Unit.
  • Page 13: Using The Headset Feature

    Cordless Telephone Operation Using the Headset Feature our telephone can utilize a headset (not included) to be connected to your Handset for you to enjoy hands-free communication. Insert the small plug on the end of the headset into the Headset Jack at the right side of the Handset.
  • Page 14: Caller Id System Operation

    Caller ID System Operation Caller ID System This telephone automatically displays an incoming caller’s name and telephone number together with the date and time of the call. It records up to 80 calls and stores the data in Memory. IMPORTANT: You must subscribe to the Caller ID service from your local telephone company to utilize this feature.
  • Page 15: Caller Id With Call Waiting

    Caller ID System Operation Caller ID with Call Waiting When you subscribe to Call Waiting service from your local telephone company, this telephone will display the name and number of the second caller while you are having a phone conversation with the first caller. When a new call comes in while you are talking, you will hear a notification beep from the Handset and the volume is momentarily...
  • Page 16: Caller List

    Caller ID System Operation Caller List This phone automatically stores the last 80 calls received. It records call information such as caller’s name and telephone number together with the date and time of the call. The NEW CALL LED indicator will blink to indicate that you have a new Caller ID call stored in memory.
  • Page 17: Storing Caller Id Records Into The Directory (Phone Book)

    Caller ID System Operation Storing Caller ID Records into the Directory (Phone book) 1. Press the SCROLL UP store into the Directory (Phone book). 2. Press and hold the Re/Pa/Save button. 3. The display will show “SAVED.” 4. If you wish to edit the newly stored number, edit it in the Directory (Phone book) (page 19, “Editing a Stored Number”).
  • Page 18: Name And Telephone Number Directory (Phone Book)

    Caller ID System Operation Name and Telephone Number Directory (Phone book) This Directory (Phone book) lets you scroll through the list to find the person you need for one touch dialing. You can store up to 40 names and telephone numbers in the Memory. Viewing the Directory (Phone book) 1.
  • Page 19: Telephone Keypad Characters

    Caller ID System Operation Telephone Keypad Characters The Telephone Keypad buttons are used to enter characters when entering names and numbers. Press the appropriate Telephone Keypad button to get the following characters. You can store a maximum of 18 characters on the letter icon and a maximum of 22 digits on the number icon.
  • Page 20: Placing Calls From The Directory (Phone Book)

    Caller ID System Operation Placing Calls from the Directory (Phone book) 1. Press the Dir/TRANSFER button. 2. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN Press a Telephone Keypad (2/ABC to 9/WXYZ) that corresponds to the first letter of a Caller’s name. Press the SCROLL UP you wish to call.
  • Page 21: Deleting A Stored Number In The Directory (Phone Book)

    Caller ID System Operation Deleting a Stored Number in the Directory (Phone book) Dir/TRANSFER 1. Press the 2. Press the SCROLL UP to find the record you wish to delete. 3. Press the Scan/Del button. The LCD screen will display “ERASE ITEM?” 4.
  • Page 22: Function Settings

    Caller ID System Operation Function Settings You can change the setting on the Handset in the functions menu. Access the functions menu by pressing and holding the Voice Mail/Func button. There are 12 settings in the functions menu which can be changed. You can scroll through the function menu in the listed order by pressing the SCROLL DOWN Settings can be accessed by pressing the corresponding Telephone Keypad button.
  • Page 23: Setting The Ringer Level

    Caller ID System Operation Keypad Function MSG Waiting Delete - Clears current message waiting indication. Area Code - Allows the programming of a home Area Code where 7-digit dialing is used for ease of callback. (Do not program if you use 10-digit dialing to call numbers in your area).
  • Page 24: Turning The First Ring On Or Off

    Caller ID System Operation C. Turning the FIRST RING ON or OFF 1. Press the Voice Mail/Func button to enter the menu. 2. Press the button to go to the FIRST RING programming option. 3. Press the Flash/Edit button to change the setting. “On” will begin flashing. 4.
  • Page 25: Setting The Pbx Number

    Caller ID System Operation 3. Press the Flash/Edit button to change the setting. “4” will begin flashing. 4. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN 5. When the desired setting is displayed, press and hold the Re/Pa/Save button to save the setting. A long “beep” will sound to confirm the setting has been saved. 6.
  • Page 26: Changing The Pause Time

    Caller ID System Operation H. Changing the Pause Time 1. Press the Voice Mail/Func button to enter the menu. 2. Press the button to go to the PAUSE TIME programming option. 3. Press the Flash/Edit button to change the setting. “4” will begin flashing. 4.
  • Page 27: Setting The Area Code

    Caller ID System Operation K. Setting the Area Code 1. Press the Voice Mail/Func button to enter the menu. 2. Press the button to go to the AREA CODE programming option. 3. Press the Flash/Edit flashing. 4. Press the Telephone Keypad 1 to 0 buttons to enter the three digit area code for your phone number.
  • Page 28: Multi-Handset System Operation

    Multi-Handset Stystem Operation Transfer Call When the phone rings, Handset 1 (HS 1) can press the TALK button and start conversation. If you want to transfer the call to Handset 2 (HS 2), press the Dir/TRANSFER button and the call will automatically transfer. The receiving Handset will “beep”...
  • Page 29: Security System

    Security System Security System Your cordless telephone uses a digital coding security system to prevent unauthorized use of your telephone line by another nearby cordless telephone. The system has its own identifying signal created by microcomputers in both the Base Unit and the Handset. Security Code This telephone has an internal security code with 65,536 possible combinations.
  • Page 30: Recharging The Battery Pack

    Recharging the Battery Pack Recharging the Battery Pack The nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) Battery Pack in the Handset can be recharged many times using the built-in charger in the Base Unit. When the BATT LOW symbol appears on the LCD Screen, a “beep” sound will be heard every 12 seconds.
  • Page 31: Problem Solving

    Problem Solving Problem Solving Section For your assistance, we have listed below a few common problems. Phone does not work, check the following: 1. Base Unit is plugged into a power source. 2. Handset is charged. 3. TONE/PULSE Select Switch is in the right position. 4.
  • Page 32 Problem Solving If after pressing the Talk button, you receive three “beeps” and no dial tone, check the following: 1. Base Unit is plugged into a power source. 2. If you had a power failure or had unplugged the Base Unit, replace the Handset on the Base Unit for 2 to 5 seconds to reset the system.
  • Page 33: Technical Information

    Technical Information Technical Information This cordless telephone uses radio frequencies to allow mobility. There are certain difficulties in using radio frequencies with a cordless telephone. While these are normal, the following could affect the operation of your system. Noise Electrical pulse noise is present in most homes at one time or another. This noise is most intense during electrical storms.
  • Page 34: Fcc Requirements

    FCC Requirements FCC NOTICE The FCC requires that you be advised of certain requirements involving the use of this telephone. 1. This telephone is hearing aid compatible. 2. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. A label on the Base Unit of this equipment contains, among other information, the ACTA Product Number and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment.
  • Page 35 FCC Requirements RINGER EQUIVALENCE NUMBER NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the ringer equivalence numbers of all devices does not exceed 5.
  • Page 36 FCC Requirements...

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