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- Page 1 User’s manual E2812B 2.4 GHz cordless telephone/ answering system with caller ID/call waiting TONE MUTE REDIAL PAUSE DELETE...
- Page 2 AT&T product. You can also visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada dial 1 (866) 288-4268. Model #: E2812B Type: 2.4GHz cordless telephone/answering system Serial #: (found on the bottom of the telephone base) Purchase date: Place of purchase: ©...
- Page 3 You must install and charge the battery before using the telephone. For customer service or product information, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada dial 1 (866) 288-4268. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully: •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
User's manual E2812B 2.4 GHz cordless telephone/ answering system with caller ID/call waiting Table of contents Getting started Quick reference guide ...2 Parts checklist ...4 Telephone base installation ...5 Battery installation & charging ...7 Installation options ...8 Belt clip & optional headset ...10 Telephone operation Basic operation ... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting started Quick reference guide Cordless handset CID/-VOLUME Press to scroll down while in menus. Press to display caller ID information (page 31). While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the left (page 24). Press to decrease the listening volume while on a call (page 13). -
Page 6: Telephone Base
Getting started Quick reference guide Telephone base CHARGE/IN USE • Flashes when another telephone on the same line or one of the handsets is in use. • Flashes when the answering sys- tem is answering an incoming call. • Flashes while an incoming call is ringing. -
Page 7: Parts Checklist
Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to ship your telephone for warranty service. Check to make sure the telephone package includes the following: User’s manual E2812B 2.4 GHz cordless telephone/ answering system with caller ID/call waiting... -
Page 8: Telephone Base Installation
Getting started Telephone base installation Choose a central location close to a telephone jack and an electrical outlet not connected to a wall switch. The telephone base can be placed on a flat surface or mounted on a standard wall plate. For optimum range and better reception, place the telephone base in a high and open location. - Page 9 Getting started Telephone base installation Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the telephone jack at the bottom of the telephone base. Plug the small end of the power adapter into the power jack at the bottom of the telephone base. Route cords through slots.
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Page 10: Battery Installation & Charging
Getting started Battery installation & charging After installing the battery, you may be able to make and receive short calls. For best performance, place the handsets in the telephone base or the charg- er and charge for 16 hours before use. You can keep the battery charged by returning the handsets to the telephone base or the charger after use. -
Page 11: Installation Options
Getting started Installation options NOTE: The mounting bracket must be used for both tabletop use and wall mounting positions. Tabletop mount Wall mounting The telephone base comes with the bracket mounted for tabletop use. If wall mounting is desired, a telephone outlet wall mounting plate with mounting studs is required. -
Page 12: Tabletop Mounting
Getting started Installation options 3. To attach the bracket for wall mounting, insert the tabs of the bracket into slots on the telephone base, then press the other bracket tabs into slots shown on the right. 4. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. -
Page 13: Belt Clip & Optional Headset
Getting started Belt clip & optional headset Install belt clip as shown (optional). Snap belt clip into the notches on both sides of handset. For hands-free telephone conversations, use any industry standard 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). For best results, use an AT&T 2.5 mm headset. To order an AT&T 2.5 mm headset, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. -
Page 14: Telephone Operation
Elapsed time PHONE 00:00:12 00:00:12 SPEAKER 00:00:12 Telephone operation Basic operation Making and answering calls To answer an incoming call, press PHONE SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) on the handset. To make a call, press SPEAKER , then dial a number. -
Page 15: Last Number Redial
REDIAL 555-1234 RINGER MUTE Telephone operation Basic operation Last number redial Press REDIAL/ PAUSE dialed numbers (up to 32 digits). Press repeatedly to view up to five /VOLUME+ recently called numbers. The handset beeps twice at the beginning or end of the list. Press PHONE/ to exit. -
Page 16: Options While On Calls
Telephone operation Options while on calls Volume control -VOLUME or VOLUME+ to adjust Press CID/ Volume listening volume. Pressing -VOLUME decreases CID/ the volume. Pressing VOLUME+ increases the volume. When changing the volume level, the new setting is saved. Flash NOTE: The earpiece, hands-free speakerphone and headset Tone listening volume are adjusted separately. - Page 17 Telephone operation Options while on calls Multiple handset use While on a call, a person on the other handset can press PHONE SPEAKER to join the /FLASH same conversation. A person on either handset can press /CLEAR or place the handset in the telephone base or charger to drop out of the call, but the call will not be terminated until both handsets hang up.
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Page 18: Intercom
HANDSET 1 CALLING OTHER HS INTERCOM Telephone operation Intercom Use the intercom feature for conversations between handsets. 1. Press INT. The screen of the originating handset will show CALLING OTHER HS. The destina- tion handset will ring, and its screen will show INTERCOM CALL. -
Page 19: Intercom Call Transfer
PHONE 00:05:30 CALLING OTHER HS INTERCOM CALL TRANSFERRED NOTES: 1. Before the intercom call is answered, you can cancel the transfer and return to the external call by pressing OFF/ PHONE/ CLEAR FLASH or INT. 2. If the destination handset does not answer the intercom call within 100 seconds, or if the other handset is... -
Page 20: Handset Settings
> DIRECTORY > RINGER VOLUME RINGER VOLUME Telephone operation Handset settings Using the feature menu, you can change settings to customize how the telephone works. 1. Press MENU/ SELECT feature menu. 2. Use the CID/-VOLUME to the feature to be changed. When scrolling through the menu, the top menu item is always highlighted with a >... -
Page 21: Ringer Tone
> DIRECTORY > RINGER TONE RINGER TONE: 1 > DIRECTORY > KEY TONE KEY TONE: ON Telephone operation Handset settings To cancel an operation, back up to the previ- ous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/ . To return to the idle mode press and CLEAR hold OFF/ CLEAR... - Page 22 > DIRECTORY > LANGUAGE > ENGLISH Telephone operation Handset settings To cancel an operation, back up to the previ- ous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/ . To return to the idle mode press and CLEAR hold OFF/ CLEAR Language In this menu, you can select the language used in all...
- Page 23 > DIRECTORY > CLR VOICE MAIL CLEAR: YES Telephone operation Handset settings Clear voice mail indication If you subscribe to voice mail services provided by your local telephone company, the VOICEMAIL light on the telephone base will flash and NEW VOICE MAIL and the handset screens when you have new voice mail.
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Page 24: Dial Type
> DIRECTORY > DIAL TYPE DIAL TYPE: TONE Telephone operation Handset settings To cancel an operation, back up to the previ- ous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/ . To return to the idle mode press and CLEAR hold OFF/ CLEAR Dial type... -
Page 25: Directory
DIRECTORY Pat Williams 555-1234 Directory Directory Shared directory The directory is stored in the telephone base, and is shared by all handsets. Changes made to the directory on any one handset will apply to all. NOTE: Only one handset can review the directory or call- er ID log at a time. -
Page 26: New Directory Entries
> DIRECTORY > REVIEW > STORE ENTER NUMBER 555-1234_ Directory New directory entries To cancel an operation, back up to the previ- ous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/ . To return to the idle mode press and CLEAR hold OFF/ CLEAR... - Page 27 Pat Williams_ 555-1234 NOTE: The handset will automatically capi- talize the first letter of every word. TONE MUTE REDIAL DELETE PAUSE Pat Williams 555-1234 Directory New directory entries 7. Enter the name when prompted. • Use the dial pad to enter a name (up to 16 characters).
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Page 28: Directory Search
Andrew 5556789 TONE MUTE REDIAL DELETE PAUSE Barbara 5559876 Directory Directory search To cancel an operation, back up to the previ- ous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/ . To return to the idle mode press and CLEAR hold OFF/ CLEAR To browse through the directory... - Page 29 TONE MUTE REDIAL DELETE PAUSE Directory Directory search To cancel an operation, back up to the previ- ous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/ . To return to the idle mode press and CLEAR hold OFF/ CLEAR To search by name 1.
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Page 30: To Dial, Edit Or Delete Entries
DIRECTORY Andrew Andrew 5556789 5556789 >EDIT NUMBER Andy_ 555-6789 Andy 5551234 Directory To dial, delete or change entries To dial, delete or change a directory entry (name and number), the entry must be displayed on the hand- set. Use directory search (pages 25-26) to display an entry. -
Page 31: Caller Id Operation
CHRISTINE SMITH 908-555-0100 10:01 11/23 Caller ID operation Information about caller ID with call waiting This product has a caller ID function with call waiting feature which works with service from your local telephone company. Caller ID with call waiting lets you see the name and telephone number of the caller before answer- ing the telephone, even while on another call. -
Page 32: Shared Caller Id Log
CHRISTINE SMITH 908-555-0100 10:01 11/23 Caller ID operation Shared caller ID log The caller ID log is stored in the telephone base, and is shared by all handsets. Changes made on any handset will apply to all. NOTE: Only one handset can review the directory or call- er ID log at a time. -
Page 33: Memory Match
Chris 908-555-0100 10:01 11/23 6 MISSED CALLS Caller ID operation Memory match Names of callers will be displayed only if the information is provided by your local telephone company. If the telephone number of the caller exactly matches a telephone number in your directory, the name that appears on the screen will match the corresponding name already in the directory. -
Page 34: To Review The Call Log
6 MISSED CALLS Pat Williams 555-1234 10:31 11/23 Jeffrey Adams 555-9876 10:21 11/23 Chris Thompson 908-555-0100 10:11 11/23 - OR - Chris Thompson 1-908-555-0100 10:21 11/23 Chris Thompson 1-555-0100 10:11 11/23 Chris Thompson 555-0100 10:11 11/23 Caller ID operation To review the call log To review the call log Press to review the call log. - Page 35 Caller ID operation To review the call log Other options while reviewing the call log • Press /DELETE to delete the current entry MUTE from the call log. • Press and hold MUTE entries from the call log. When asked to con- firm, press CID/-VOLUME SELECT to clear the call log of all entries, or press...
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Page 36: Answering System Operation
Message counter Number of messages (or during playback, message number currently playing) Press repeatedly to hear setup options (page 36). Press to review or set clock (page 34). Press to delete message currently playing, press and hold to delete all old messages (page 37). -
Page 37: Day & Time Announcements
CLOCK The system will announce the current clock setting, then announces "To set the clock, press CLOCK." CLOCK The system will announce the current year setting, then announces “To change the year, press SKIP or REPEAT, to change the hour, press CLOCK.”... -
Page 38: Outgoing Announcements
Elapsed recording time (sec- onds). Press to stop recording. ANNC “Announcement. Press PLAY or press RECORD.” PLAY/ STOP (Plays announce- ment previously recorded). - OR - ANNC “Announcement. Press PLAY or press RECORD.” RECORD “Record after the tone. Press STOP when you are done.”... -
Page 39: Changing Feature Options
SETUP until desired feature is heard (see list at right). SKIP or REPEAT until desired selection is heard. SETUP to set selection and move to next menu option. - OR - /STOP PLAY to set selection and exit menu. NOTES: 1. -
Page 40: Message Playback
Number of messages (or during playback, message number currently playing). PLAY/ Press STOP begin or end message play- back. /STOP PLAY “You have [xx] new messages and [xx] old messages” Message playback begins. See options at right. /STOP PLAY to end message playback. NOTES: 1. -
Page 41: Recording & Playing Memos
Elapsed Press recording to stop time (sec- recording. onds). RECORD “Record after the tone. Press STOP when you are done.” Speak into microphone. Microphone /STOP PLAY “Recorded” the memo has been recorded. Answering system operation Recording & playing memos Memos are messages you record yourself. They are saved, played back and deleted exactly like incom- ing messages. -
Page 42: Message Counter Displays
Message counter Answering system operation Message counter displays The message counter usually displays the total number of memos and incoming messages. See the list below for explanations of other displays in this counter. Message counter displays No messages. 0 (flashing) The clock needs to be set (page 34). -
Page 43: Answering System Mode
ANSWER ON until the system announces “Calls will not be answered.” "Beep," The system has been turned off. - OR - ANSWER ON until the system announces “Calls will be answered.” Calls will be answered.” .” "Beep." The system has been turned on. -
Page 44: Remote Access
Dial your telephone number from any touch- tone telephone. When system answers, enter two digit remote access code (19 unless you have changed it). Enter remote commands (see list at right). Hang up to end call and save all undeleted mes- sages. -
Page 45: Appendix
Appendix Screen icons, indicator lights & tones Screen icons & alert tones HANDSET 1 MUTE 10:01 11/23 Handset alert tones Two short beeps The volume level is at the maximum or minimum setting. Four short beeps Low battery warning. Two beeps Out of range from the telephone base while on a call. -
Page 46: Handset Display Screen Messages
Appendix Handset display screen messages Screen display messages XX MISSED CALLS There are new calls in the caller ID log. ALREADY SAVED The telephone number entered is already stored in the directory. CALL LOG EMPTY You are accessing an empty call log. CALLING OTHER HS You have placed an intercom call to the other handset. -
Page 47: Handset Display Screen Messages
Appendix Handset display screen messages Screen display messages INTERCOM ENDED The intercon call has just been ended by the person on either handset. LINE IN USE The other handset or another telephone on the same line is in use. LOW BATTERY The battery needs to be recharged. -
Page 48: Troubleshooting
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada dial 1 (866) 288-4268. My telephone • Make sure the battery is installed and charged correctly does not work at all. - Page 49 Appendix Troubleshooting I cannot dial out. • First, try all the above suggestions. • Make sure there is a dial tone before dialing. It is normal if • Check that all the telephones connected to the same • Makes sure the telephone is set to the correct dial mode •...
- Page 50 Appendix Troubleshooting • It may be necessary to purchase a new battery. Please refer • The telephone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to the The CHARGE • Clean the metallic charging contacts on the cordless hand- light is off. • Make sure the power adapter and telephone line cords are •...
- Page 51 Appendix Troubleshooting • Other electronic products can cause interference to your • Test a working telephone at the same telephone jack. If • The telephone line cord might be malfunctioning. Try install- • Remove and re-install the battery and place the cordless •...
- Page 52 Appendix Troubleshooting • Other electronic products can cause interference with your There is noise or • The handset may be out of range. Move it closer to the interference dur- ing a telephone • Appliances or other cordless telephones plugged into the conversation.
- Page 53 Appendix Troubleshooting • Disconnect the telephone base from the modular jack and • Other cordless telephones and 802.11 wireless routers that • Do you have DSL service? If yes, you need to have a DSL I hear other calls • Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone jack. when using the telephone.
- Page 54 Appendix Troubleshooting The system does • Make sure you subscribe to caller ID with call waiting fea- not receive caller ID or the system • The caller may not be calling from an area which supports does not display caller ID during call waiting.
- Page 55 Appendix Troubleshooting The announce- • When recording the announcement, make sure you speak in ment message is not clear. • Make sure there is no background noise (television, music, traf- The answering • Make sure the answering system is on. system does not •...
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Page 56: Important Safety Instructions
Appendix Important safety instructions This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear in this user’s manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock. Safety information •... - Page 57 Appendix Important safety instructions Especially about cordless telephones • Privacy: The same features that make a cordless phone convenient create some limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the base and the handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that your cordless phone con- versations could be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset.
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Page 58: Save These Instructions
Appendix Important safety instructions • Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do not burn or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury. The RBRC™... -
Page 59: Fcc Part 68 & Acta
Appendix FCC Part 68 & ACTA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical require- ments adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, a product identifier in the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. - Page 60 Appendix FCC Part 68 & ACTA If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store emer- gency telephone numbers (e.g., police, fire, medical) in these locations. If you do store or test emergency numbers, please: •...
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Page 61: Fcc Part 15
Appendix FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harm- ful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 62: Limited Warranty
Appendix Limited warranty The AT&T brand is used under license - any repair, replacement or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to: In the United States of America call 1(800) 222-3111 or visit www.telephones.att. com. In Canada dial 1 (866) 288-4268. 1. - Page 63 Appendix Limited warranty 4. What is not covered by this limited warranty? This limited warranty does not cover: • PRODUCT that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water, or other liquid intrusion; or •...
- Page 64 Appendix Limited warranty 6. What must you return with the PRODUCT to get warranty service? You must: a. Return the entire original package and contents including the PRODUCT to the service location along with a description of the malfunction or dif- ficulty;...
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Page 65: Technical Specifications
Appendix Technical specifications Telephone operating range This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, the handset(s) and telephone base can communicate over only a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset(s), the weather, the layout, and the construc- tion of your home or office. -
Page 66: Index
Appendix Index Alert tones, 42 Answering calls, 11 Answering system, 33-41 Announcement, 35 Battery charging, 7 Battery installation, 7 Belt clip, 10 Call intercept, 40 Call screening, 40 Call log, 28 Call transfer, 16 Call waiting, 13 Caller ID, 28-32 Clear voice mail indication, 20 Delete call log entries, 32 Delete redial entries, 12... - Page 67 Appendix Index Operating range, 62 Part checklist, 4 Predial, 11 Power adapter, 6 Quick reference guide, 2-3 Receiving calls, 11 Recharging, 7 Redial, 12 Remote access, 41 Ring silencing, 12 Ringer tone, 18 Ringer volume, 17 Screen display messages, 43 Screen icons, 42 Search for names, 26 Set day and time, 34...
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Page 68: Remote Access Wallet Card
Record announcement ...*7 Turn system off or on ...0 End remote access call ...8 (or hang up) 2.4 GHz Cordless telephone/answering system E2812B © 2007 Advanced American Telephones. All rights reserved. AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Knowledge Ventures, licensed to Advanced American Telephones. - Page 69 www.telephones.att.com © 2007 Advanced American Telephones. All rights reserved. AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Knowledge Ventures, licensed to Advanced American Telephones. Printed in China. Issue 2 AT&T 03/07. 91-001113-020-100...