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Clarity Products LLC
6131 Preservation Drive • Chattanooga, TN 37416
Tel: 800-426-3738 • Fax: 800-325-8871
Website: www.clarityproducts.com
©2020 Clarity Products LLC. Clarity, Clarity Professional, XLC8,XLC8HS, XLCgo
and the amplified figure are trademarks or registered trademarks of Clarity
Products LLC. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective
owners.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Rev. A (01-2020)
Printed in China

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  • Page 1 Tel: 800-426-3738 • Fax: 800-325-8871 Website: www.clarityproducts.com ©2020 Clarity Products LLC. Clarity, Clarity Professional, XLC8,XLC8HS, XLCgo and the amplified figure are trademarks or registered trademarks of Clarity Products LLC. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 2 User Guide Home and cellphone calls MAKE CALLS WITH AND WITHOUT A LANDLINE PAIR UP TO TWO (2) WIRELESS ENABLED DEVICES 50 DB OF AMPLIFICATION AND FOUR (4) TONE SETTINGS EXPANDABLE UP TO THREE (3) EXTRA HANDSETS (XLC8HS®)
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS XLC8 Important Safety Instructions Contents & arts Checklist Installation Wall Mounting Your XLC8 Base - Quick Reference Guide Handset - Quick Reference Guide Battery Information Wireless Enabled Function Placing & Answering Calls Volume and Tone Adjustments Caller ID Function Slow Button Phonebook Screen Details...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS XLC8 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: Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone. 3.
  • Page 6 16. 16. Do not attempt to open the AC adapter. There are potentially dangerous voltages inside, and there are no serviceable parts. 17. Discontinue use of product and contact Clarity if the product overheats, has a damaged cord or plug, if the product has been dropped or damaged or if the product has come into contact with liquids.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS XLC8 BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Caution: Disconnect telephone line before replacing batteries. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire as it may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. 2.
  • Page 8 CONTENTS & PARTS CHECKLIST XLC8 BOOST  SLOW BACK MUTE MENU FLASH EXIT TALK RD/P Handset Base XLC8 User Guide Phone cords (1 long, 1 short) User guide Wall mount bracket AC power Belt clip adapter...
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION XLC8 Your telephone should arrive pre-assembled. To install it: 1. Remove base from package; pull yellow tab in the direction of the arrow. XLC8 2. Hold one end of your ’s long phone line cord tightly. The correct end to hold should already be plugged into your phone’s jack.
  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION XLC8 apide Guía de Inicio Rápido...
  • Page 11: Wall Mounting Your Xlc8

    WALL MOUNTING YOUR XLC8 XLC8 1. Follow the instructions in the Installation section to remove the base and handset from the base – steps 1, 4, 6. 2. Unplug the long phone line cord from the phone jack located on XLC8 .
  • Page 12 WALL MOUNTING YOUR XL C8 XLC8...
  • Page 13: Base - Quick Reference Guide

    BASE - Quick Reference Guide XLC8 1 Visual Ringer 10 DELETE Lights up when phone rings; Use this to delete messages turns on when phone is in use. 11 PLAY/STOP 2 IN USE / CHARGE Light Press to play and stop The light turns red when the messages phone is charging, and it turns...
  • Page 14 HANDSET - Quick Reference Guide XLC8 BOOST SLOW  BACK MUTE MENU EXIT FLASH TALK RD/P 1 VOLUME Control Wheel 3 Speaker  Use the rotary control to During a call, press to activate increase or decrease the handset speakerphone. volume of the incoming call.
  • Page 15: Handset - Quick Reference Guide

    Back: In MENU mode, allows you to return to the previous A 3.4B mm neckloop can be screen. used in the Neckloop Port. (We recommend the Clarity (Edit): When a phone number CE30 Neckloop.) is displayed, allows you to toggle between 7/10/11 digit...
  • Page 16 HANDSET - Quick Reference Guide XLC8...
  • Page 17: Battery Information

    BATTERY INFORMATION XLC8 HANDSET The batteries in the handset must be fully charged for 16 hours before using the telephone for the first time. Battery life: Talk time is 6.5 hours, while standby is 130 hours without usage. Actual times will vary depending on the amplifier settings used. Replace batteries every two years.
  • Page 18 2 light flashes. 2. Turn on the pairing feature of your cell phone in the cell phone settings menu. Once your cell phone finds your Clarity phone (Clarity XLC8), press the appropriate key on your cell phone to continue the pairing process.
  • Page 19 PLACING & ANSWERING CALLS XLC8 TO ANSWER A CALL: TO PLACE A CALL: When phone is ringing, press Press TALK, then dial the TALK to answer the call. number using the numeric keypad. See lighting pattern for 2. Adjust the volume and tone of the TALK button on the bottom the incoming voice according to of the page.
  • Page 20: Volume And Tone Adjustments

    VOLUME & TONE ADJUSTMENTS XLC8 The BOOST button engages the amplifier, controlling the loudness of the phone. When the VOLUME dial is adjusted and the BOOST button is pressed, the phone can reach up to 50dB of gain. WARNING: VOLUME MAY BE LOUD. PROCEED WITH CARE. BOOST On / Off The BOOST button controls the loudness of the receiver.
  • Page 21: Caller Id Function

    VOLUME & TONE ADJUSTMENTS XLC8 Speakerphone To switch to speakerphone mode, press the SPK button . The display shows the speakerphone  mode symbol. CALLER ID FUNCTION XLC8 Your XLC8 is CID / CWCID compatible (optional service, purchased from your local telephone service provider). When your phone is ringing, the screen shows the name and number of the person calling you.
  • Page 22 PHONEBOOK XLC8 To access your phone’s stored records (Phonebook), and for further details regarding this feature, press the Phonebook button on the handset, and / or follow the instructions under the PHONEBOOK section. SCREEN DETAILS XLC8 IMPORTANT: In standby mode, the screen displays the date and time, handset number (for the first 10 seconds of inactivity), and date and time (after the first 10 seconds of inactivity).
  • Page 23 TELEPHONE MENU XLC8 To start the setup process, press MENU. You will see the list of features to be set up on your new XLC8. At any point during the navigation of the MENU options, you can press MUTE / BACK to go back to the previous screen, or you can press FLASH / EXIT to return to standby mode (exit setup).
  • Page 24 MENU - MOBILE DEVICES XLC8 In standby mode, press MENU. Press MENU again to select MOBILE DEVICES. Here you will find menu settings for this feature. Device List In MOBILE DEVICES mode, press MENU to select “Device List”. You will see the WIRELESS-enabled devices paired to your XLC8.
  • Page 25: Phonebook

    MENU - CALLER LIST XLC8 Review/Call from Caller List If you have new calls, you will notice the New Calls icon to the left of the battery level indicator (upper right corner). In standby mode, press MENU. Scroll down to “Caller List”. Press MENU to select.
  • Page 26 MENU - CALL BLOCKER XLC8 To access your call blocker functions from standby, press MENU once to enter the menu, then scroll down to select CALL BLOCKER. Press MENU again. • The Call Blocker feature is only available to users who subscribe to Caller ID service.
  • Page 27 MENU - CALL BLOCKER XLC8 MODES • If "VIP mode" is selected, it will allow VIP contacts. It will send to answering machine for Phonebook contacts, and screen with screening message for all other callers. It will block with block message for the block list.
  • Page 28 MENU - PHONEBOOK XLC8 To access your phonebook from standby, press MENU once to enter the menu, then scroll down to select Phonebook. Press MENU again. Use UP or DOWN to browse through your saved records. Call from Phonebook To dial one of your saved numbers, select the record and press TALK. Add/Edit/Delete/Delete All from Phonebook - choose HOME or VIP LIST To add a number, edit a number, delete a number or delete all numbers, press MENU while viewing a saved record.
  • Page 29 MENU - PLAY MESSAGES XLC8 In standby mode, press MENU. Press UP or DOWN to play new and old answering machine messages MENU - ANSWERING SYSTEM XLC8 In standby mode, press MENU. Press UP or DOWN to advance the row that reads “ANS. SYS.”. Press MENU to enter the ANSWERING SYSTEM Setup sub menu.
  • Page 30 MENU - RINGER SETUP XLC8 In standby mode, press MENU, then scroll to select “Ring Setup”; press MENU to enter the ringer setup. You will see the available options for your ringer. From here, choose one of the paths described below - for both the home and the cellphone lines: ...
  • Page 31 MENU - AUTO BOOST XLC8 In standby mode, press MENU. Press UP or DOWN to advance the row that reads “Auto Boost”. Press MENU to enter the Auto Boost On / Off setup. Use UP or DOWN to make your selection. Press MENU to save your selection.
  • Page 32 MENU - PHONE SETUP XLC8 selection. The screen will display “OK” and you will hear five beeps. Any Key Answer This feature allows you to answer the call by pressing any numeric key on the handset, rather than pressing TALK and Speakerphone. Press UP or DOWN to advance the row reading “Any Key Ans”.
  • Page 33 MENU - DATE & TIME XLC8 In standby mode, press MENU. Press UP or DOWN arrow to advance the row that reads “Date & Time”. Press MENU to enter the date and time setup. Use the numeric keypad to enter the date (follow format on screen). Press MENU to save your selection.
  • Page 34 HANDSET REGISTRATION XLC8 Registering the XLC8HS In order to use the XLC8HS handset (sold separately), you must register it to the XLC8 base. Pull the handset’s battery tab located on the bottom of the device, and then press MENU to start registering or deregistering your handset from your system.
  • Page 35 • Turn off your cell phone or headset, and then turn it on again. • For some cell phones, you must authorize Clarity XLC8 device in your cell phone’s wireless pairing feature. See the user’s manual of your cell phone for more information.
  • Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING XLC8 correctly. (The circular metal contacts on battery need to touch the metal springs inside battery compartment.) • Verify the telephone is in the correct dialing mode: Tone (touch) or Pulse (rotary). • Make sure you are in the usable range of the base station. The phone does not ring when you receive a call: •...
  • Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING XLC8 Your handset screen is displaying “Searching...”: • Verify that the AC adapter is plugged into the base and into the wall outlet. • The handset is out of range or the power to the base is unplugged. • Move closer to the base.
  • Page 38 Battery information Battery Type: 1.2V NiMH 600mAh rechargeable batteries Battery Life Talk Time: 6.5 Hours Battery Life standby: 130 Hours Contact Clarity customer service for information on purchasing additional handsets or replacement battery. Customer Service: 800-426-3738 Address: 6131 Preservation Dr.
  • Page 39: Regulatory Compliance

    If trouble is experienced with this telephone equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Clarity, 800-426-3738. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
  • Page 40 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE XLC8 h) Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information. i) If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this telephone equipment does not disable your alarm equipment.
  • Page 41 XLC8 For body worn operation, this handset has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the Clarity accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidlines.
  • Page 42 Chattanooga, TN 37421 Tel: 800-426-3738 Fax: 800-325-8871 For Returns in Canada, please contact Clarity Customer Service at 1-800-426-3738 for instructions. Please use the original container, or pack the unit(s) in a sturdy carton with sufficient packing material to prevent damage. Include the following information: •...
  • Page 43 Clarity, destruction or alteration, improper electrical voltages or currents, or repair or maintenance attempted by anyone other than Clarity or an authorized service center, is not a defect covered by this warranty. Telephone companies manufacture different types of equipment and Clarity does not warrant that its equipment is compatible with the equipment of a particular phone company.

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