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- Page 1 User’s manual 5.8 GHz Cordless Telephone/Answering System E5945B with Caller ID & Call Waiting...
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Page 2: Need Help
1 (800) 222-3111 1 (866) 288-4268 or visit our website at www.telephones.att.com Model no.: AT&T E5945B Product name: 5.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system Serial no.: (found on the bottom of the telephone base) Purchase date: Place of purchase: Call toll free ... -
Page 3: Information About Caller Id With Call Waiting
IMPORTANT Information about caller ID with call waiting This product has a caller ID with call waiting feature that works with service from your local telephone service provider. Caller ID with call waiting lets you see who is calling before answering the telephone, even when on another call. - Page 4 You must install and charge the battery before using the telephone. For customer service or product information, visit our web site at www.telephones.att.com 1 (800) 222-3111 or call 1 (866) 288-4268 In Canada, call CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the tele- phone, read and follow these instructions carefully: •...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
User’s manual 5.8 GHz Cordless Telephone/Answering System E5945B with caller ID & call waiting Table of contents Getting started Quick reference guide ... 2 Parts checklist ... 4 Before you begin ... 5 Telephone base installation ... 6 Battery installation & charging ... 7 Wall mounting ... -
Page 6: Getting Started
Getting started Quick reference guide Cordless handset PHONE/FLASH Press to make or answer a call. During a call, press to receive an incoming call if call waiting is activated (see page 14). CID While in menus, press to scroll down. When the telephone is not in use, press to display call log entries (see page 25). -
Page 7: Telephone Base
Getting started Quick reference guide Telephone base CHARGE/IN USE Flashes when one of the cordless handsets is in use. On steady when the cordless handset is properly positioned to be charged in the telephone base. Flashes when there is an incoming call. HANDSET LOCATOR Press to page the cordless handsets if none of the handsets are in the telephone base. -
Page 8: Parts Checklist
Getting started Parts checklist Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to ship your tele- phone for warranty service. Telephone base Power adapters Wall mount bracket Telephone line cord Cordless handsets Cordless handset chargers Belt clips Batteries Battery compartment doors... -
Page 9: Before You Begin
Getting started Before you begin Caller ID and call waiting The caller ID with call waiting features in this telephone let you see who's calling before answering the telephone, even when on another call. These features require services provided by your local telephone company. -
Page 10: Telephone Base Installation
Getting started Telephone base installation Install the telephone base as shown below. Choose a location within the home: away from any other cordless (wireless) device such as cordless telephones, 802. • wireless router (for example, WiFi), and away from other electronic equipment, microwave oven, television, computer, etc. •... -
Page 11: Battery Installation & Charging
Getting started Battery installation & charging Press in and downward on the tab to open the battery compartment cover. After battery installation, place the cordless handset in the telephone base or charger and allow to charge for at least 6 hours before use. You can keep the battery charged by returning the cordless handset to the telephone base or charger after each use. -
Page 12: Wall Mounting
Getting started Wall mounting The telephone base can be installed on any standard telephone outlet as shown below. Choose a location away from electronic equipment such as personal computers, com- puter routers, television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture. -
Page 13: Belt Clip & Optional Headset
Getting started Belt clip & optional headset For hands-free telephone conversations, use any industry standard 2.5 mm headset (pur- chased separately). For best results, use an AT&T 2.5 mm headset. Snap belt clip into notches on side of cordless handset. Rotate and pull to remove. -
Page 14: Telephone Operation
RINGER: 1 DATE/TIME 1/01 12:00 NOTE: You can choose to set the time manually, or you can allow it to be set automatically with incoming caller ID information. The time will be set automat- ically only if you subscribe to the caller ID service provided by your local telephone company (see page 5). - Page 15 DIAL MODE: TONE LANGUAGE HIGH NOTE: If you choose OFF, the cordless handset ringer will be turned off, and the screen will display RINGER OFF when the cordless handset is idle (not in use). If there are any un-reviewed calls, the screen will display XX MISSED CALLS instead of RINGER OFF.
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Page 16: Temporary Ringer Silencing
NOTE: Only one cordless handset can be on a call at a time. If another cordless handset attempts to join a call, its screen will display OTHER HANDSET ON and then OR OUT OF RANGE. 12345678901 Redial NOTE: Pressing while the telephone is ringing can temporarily adjust the ringer volume (OFF LOW HIGH). -
Page 17: Handset Locator
Telephone operation Base operation Handset Locator Press to page all cordless handsets for up to 60 seconds. Press again, then press handset, or place the cordless handset in the telephone base to cancel the page. NOTES: 1. Pressing on any cordless handset will silence the ringer OFF/ CLEAR on that cordless handset, but will not cancel the page. -
Page 18: Options While On Calls
Volume Flash Tone Channel Telephone operation Options while on calls Volume control While on a call, press the the cordless handset to adjust the listening volume. Call waiting If you have subscribed to call waiting service from the local telephone service provider, there will be a beep if someone calls while you are already on a call. -
Page 19: Call Transfer
Telephone operation Call transfer Call transfer During a conversation, you can transfer the call to another cordless handset. • Press /TRANSFER SELECT to another cordless handset. You will see ENTER - 4. After entering the destination handset number, the cordless handset will display CALL TRANSFERRED and the selected handset will begin ringing. -
Page 20: Directory
PAT JOHNSON 5550100 Directory Memory capacity Each cordless handset has its own directory. Each direc- tory can store up to 30 entries (including nine speed dial locations). Each entry can contain a number up to 24 digits, and a name up to 5 letters. A convenient search feature can help find and dial numbers quickly (see page 2). -
Page 21: Speed Dial
NOTE: If all memory locations are in use, an error tone will sound when entering a number. This means the memory is full, and you will not be able to store a new number until an existing one is deleted. Directory Speed dial On the cordless handset, the numbers called most fre-... - Page 22 MENU DIRECTORY SPEED DIAL SELECT/ TRANSFER ENTER 1-9 MUTE CHAN REDIAL ENTER NAME (See pages 19-20). NOTE: You can convert any directory entry into a speed dial entry (see page 22). Directory Speed dial To enter a speed dial number .
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Page 23: Entering Names Into Directory
NOTE: If all memory loca- tions are in use, an error tone will sound when entering a number. This means the memory is full, and you will not be able to store a new number until an existing one is deleted. MENU DIRECTORY SELECT/... -
Page 24: Entering Numbers Into Directory
SELECT/ TRANSFER ENTER NUMBER MUTE CHAN REDIAL PAT JOHNSON 5556789_ SELECT/ TRANSFER DISTINCT RING? N 5556789 SELECT/ TRANSFER Directory Entering numbers into directory To enter a number Use the dial pad to enter up to 24 digits. When the number is complete, press Options while entering numbers: •... -
Page 25: Directory Search
^DIR DIRECTORY ADAM 5551234 To display first entry BETH 5554321 To scroll name by name -OR- JOHN 5550123 To search alphabetically Directory Directory search Follow the steps on the left to browse through the directory or search to find a specific entry. You can press anytime to exit the directory. -
Page 26: Changing Directory Entries
^DIR DIRECTORY ADAM 5551234 SELECT/ TRANSFER EDIT SPEED ERASE 5551234 ERASE SPEED EDIT 5551234 SPEED EDIT ERASE 5551234 Press SELECT/ TRANSFER to choose blinking option Directory Changing directory entries When any entry is displayed, press to see options. Press desired option (blinking text), then press again to select it. -
Page 27: Caller Id Operation
PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 Caller ID operat How caller ID works If you subscribe to the caller ID service provided by your local telephone company, information about each caller will be displayed between the first and second ring. PAT JOHNSON Caller’s name Caller’s telephone number... -
Page 28: About Names
PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 NOTE: While the cordless handset is idle, press and hold for four sec- CLEAR onds, the number of missed calls shown on the message counter of this cordless handset will be reset to 0 and the XX MISSED CALLS message will be cleared. -
Page 29: Review Call Log
CIDV PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new CHRIS WILLIAMS 908-555-1234 8/12 9:53 am new MARK CLAYTON 908-555-5678 8/12 9:12 am new PHONE/ FLASH PHONE ON 00:10 9085555678 To dial this number NOTE: Consecutive incom- ing calls originating from the same telephone number are identified by an asterisk at the top right corner of the screen and will be counted as... -
Page 30: Dial From The Call Log
CIDV PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new PHONE/ FLASH PHONE ON 00:10 9085550100 - OR- CIDV PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new PAT JOHNSON 555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new PHONE/ FLASH PHONE ON 00:10 5550100 Caller ID operation Dial from the call log When any caller ID screen is displayed, press , or press... -
Page 31: Delete Call Log Entries
CIDV PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new CHRIS WILLIAMS 908-555-1234 8/12 9:53 am new DELETE MARK CLAYTON 908-555-5678 8/12 9:12 am new - OR- 27 MISSED CALLS --1-- 1/01 12:00 DELETE ERASE ALL ERASE ALL NO SELECT/ TRANSFER --1-- 1/01 12:00 Call log cleared Caller ID operation... -
Page 32: Add Entries To The Directory
CIDV PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new SELECT/ TRANSFER DIAL PROGRAM 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new SELECT/ TRANSFER PAT JOHNSON 9085550100 8/12 10:06 am new Edit name as desired SELECT/ TRANSFER PAT JOHNSON 9085550100_ 8/12 10:06 am new Edit number as desired SELECT/ TRANSFER DISTINCT RING? N... -
Page 33: Answering System Operation
Message window Number of messages waiting (or during playback, message number currently playing) Press to review or record announcement; press again to quit (see page 31). Press to review or set clock (see page 30). Press repeatedly to hear setup options (see page 32). Press to delete message currently playing;... -
Page 34: Day And Time Announcements
1. Press CLOCK The system announces the cur- rent clock setting, then announces "To set the clock, press CLOCK." Press CLOCK The system will announce the cur- rent day setting, then announces "To change the day, press SKIP REPEAT , to change the hour, press CLOCK."... -
Page 35: Outgoing Announcements
Elapsed Press to stop recording time recording. (in seconds). ANNC “Announcement. Press PLAY or press RECORD.” (PLAY/ STOP (Plays announcement previously recorded). - OR- RECORD “Record after the tone. Press STOP when you are done.” Speak into microphone. Microphone (PLAY/ STOP (Announcement is played back). -
Page 36: Changing Feature Options
SETUP Press until the desired feature is heard (see list on right). SKIP REPEAT Press until the desired selection is heard. SETUP Press to set selection and move to next setup option. - OR- (PLAY/ STOP Press to set selection and exit setup. -
Page 37: Message Playback
Number of messages waiting (or during playback, message number currently playing). Press to begin PLAY/ STOP or end message playback. (PLAY/ STOP “You have [xx] new messages and [xx] old messages” Message playback begins. See options on the right. (PLAY/ STOP Message playback ends. -
Page 38: Recording And Playing Memos
Elapsed Press to stop recording time recording. (in seconds). RECORD “Record after the tone. Press STOP when you are done.” Speak into microphone. Microphone (PLAY/ STOP Beep (Memo has been recorded). Answering system operation Recording and playing memos Memos are messages you record yourself. They are saved, played back and deleted exactly like incoming mes- sages. -
Page 39: Message Window Displays
Message window Answering system operation Message window 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. Total number of messages/memos (flashes if there 1-96 are unheard messages), or message number cur- rently playing (flashes while unheard messages... -
Page 40: Remote Access
Dial your telephone number from any touch tone phone. When system answers, enter your 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 messages. NOTE: If you pause for more than 4 seconds during remote access, you will hear a help menu... -
Page 41: Appendix
Appendix Display screen messages, lights and tones CONNECTING... Screen display messages CONNECTING... ** RINGING ** ** PAGING ** NEEDS RECHARGING BATTERY LOW PHONE ON SCANNING... OTHERHANDSET ON and then OR OUT OF RANGE XX MISSED CALLS CALL TRANSFERRED The call has been transferred to the des- CALL This is a transferred call from one of the TRANSFERRED CALL ENTER 1-4... -
Page 42: Indicator Lights
Appendix Display screen messages, lights and tones Indicator lights CHARGE/IN USE Flashes when one of the cordless handsets is in use. On when handset is positioned so its battery can be charged. Flashes during an incoming call’s ringing. Alert tones “Beep-Beep...Beep-Beep...”... -
Page 43: Troubleshooting
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our web site at www.telephones.att.com, or call (800) 222-3. In Canada, call (866) 288-4268. • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in. My phone ... - Page 44 Appendix Troubleshooting My cordless • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone handset beeps five times and • Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base. It might isn’t performing normally. • Reset the telephone base. Unplug its electrical power. Wait for 15 •...
- Page 45 Appendix Troubleshooting I get noise, • Other cordless telephones and 802.11 wireless routers used for home static, or weak signal even when I’m near the base. • Press the CHAN button while on a call until the interference has been • Other electronic products can cause interference to your cordless •...
- Page 46 Appendix Troubleshooting I hear noise in the • Make sure the power cord is plugged in securely. cordless handset, and none of the keys works. My cordless • Make sure that the ringer is not turned off. Refer to the section(s) on handset does • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged securely into the tele- not ring when I ...
- Page 47 Appendix Troubleshooting • If your telephone is plugged in with a modem or surge protector, plug • Relocate your telephone base to a higher location. It will have better • If the other telephones in your home are having the same problem, The charge ...
- Page 48 Appendix Troubleshooting Incomplete • If a caller leaves a very long message, part of it may be lost when the messages. • If the caller pauses for more than six seconds, the system stops • If the system’s memory becomes full during a message, the system •...
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Page 49: 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 50: Especially About Cordless Telephones
Appendix Important safety instructions Especially about cordless telephones • Privacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the telephone base and the cordless handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that your conversations on the cordless telephone be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset. -
Page 51: Save These Instructions
Appendix Important safety instructions Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers Cardiac pacemakers (applies only to 900 MHz digital cordless telephones): Wireless Technology Research, LLC (WTR), an independent research entity, led a mul- tidisciplinary evaluation of the interference between portable wireless telephones and implanted cardiac pacemakers. -
Page 52: Fcc Part 68 And Acta
Appendix FCC part 68 and 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 53: Fcc Part 5
Appendix FCC part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 5 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 54: Limited Warranty
Appendix Limited warranty The AT&T brands are used under license. Any repair, replacement or warranty ser- vice, and all questions about this product should be directed to: Advanced American Telephones, (800) 222-3 or www.telephones.att.com. In Canada, call (866) 288- 4268. - Page 55 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, inunda- tion, fire, water, or other liquid intrusion;...
- Page 56 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 AAT service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; b include “valid proof of purchase”...
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Page 57: Technical Specifications
Appendix Technical specifications RF Frequency band (cordless handset to base) RF Frequency band (base to cordless handset) Channels Modulation Operating temperature Base unit voltage (AC Voltage, 60Hz) Base Unit Voltage (DC adapter output) Handset voltage Charger voltage (DC adapter output) Replacement battery 5863.8MHz —... -
Page 58: Index
Appendix Index AC adapter, 6 Alert tones, 38 Answering calls, 2 Answering system, 29-36 Battery charging, 7 Battery installation, 7 Belt clip, 9 Call waiting, 4 Call transfer, 5 Caller ID, 23 add entries to phone directory, 28 delete entries, 27 dial entries, 26 Delete call log entries, 27 Delete redial entries, 2... -
Page 59: Remote Access Wallet Card
Record announcement... Turn system OFF/ON ... End remote access call ... 5.8 GHz Cordless telephone/answering system E5945B Copyright © 2006 Advanced American Telephones. All rights reserved. AT&T and the Globe Design are trademarks of AT&T Corp., licensed to Advanced American Telephones. Printed in China. - Page 60 www.telephones.att.com Copyright © 2006 Advanced American Telephones. All rights reserved. AT&T and the Globe Design are trademarks of AT&T Corp., licensed to Advanced American Telephones. Printed in China. Issue 2 AT&T 07/06. 9-000790-030-000...
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