AT&T 5840 User Manual page 68

5840_CIB_2ATT 2002.11.7
PHONE
PROBLEM
To re-initialize the
handset and base:
PROBLEM
If you hear noise or
interference when
using the phone:
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SOLUTION
1 Disconnect the power to the base.
2 Remove spare battery pack (if installed).
3 Remove the handset battery pack.
4 Wait at least 15 seconds.
5 Insert the handset battery pack.
6 Connect the power to the base.
SOLUTION
• You may be out of range. Move closer to
the base.
• Household appliances plugged into the
same circuit as the base can sometimes
cause interference. Try moving the
appliance or the base to another outlet.
• The layout of your home or office may
be limiting the operating range. Try
moving the base to another location,
preferably on an upper floor.
• Using the handset near household
appliances (microwaves, computers,
televisions, stereos, etc.) can sometimes
cause interference. Move away from
appliances while using the handset.
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