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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 #: TL71108 (single handset)/TL71208 (two handsets)/ TL71308 (three handsets) Type: 5.8 GHz cordless telephone Serial #: Purchase date: Place of purchase: Both the model and serial number of your AT&T product can be found on the...
5.8 GHz cordless telephone with caller ID/ call waiting User's manual Quick start guide Charger for cordless handset (One for TL71208) (Two for TL71308) Power adapter for Power adapter for telephone base handset charger (One for TL71208) (Two for TL71308)
Getting started Quick reference guide Handset CHARGE On when the handset is charging in the telephone base or charger. Press to display caller ID information (page 36). PHONE/FLASH Press to make or answer a call. During a call, press to receive an incoming call if call waiting is activated (page 17).
Getting started Quick reference guide Handset Feature menu The > <DIRECTORY symbol CALL LOG shows a highlighted menu item. Telephone base IN USE • On when handset is in use, or when you are registering a handset. • Flashes when another telephone is in use on the same line, or you are deregistering...
Getting started Installation preparation You must install and charge the battery before using the telephone. If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital Subscriber Line - DSL) through your telephone lines, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack (see page 5).
Getting started Telephone base installation If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital Subscriber Line - DSL) through your telephone lines, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack. The filter will prevent noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference.
Getting started Charger installation 1. Plug the small end of the smaller power adapter into the jack on the underside of the charger, then route the cord through the slot as shown. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use only the power adapter supplied with this product. To order a replacement power adapter, www.telephones.att.com visit our website at 1 (800) 222-3111...
Getting started Battery installation & charging Install the battery as shown below. After installing the battery, you can make and receive short calls, but replace the handset in the telephone base or additional charger when not in use. For optimal performance, charge the handset battery for at least 16 hours before use.
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Getting started Battery installation & charging Step Charge the handset by placing the handset face up in the telephone base or in the additional charger. The CHARGE light will be on when charging. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use only the battery supplied with this product. To order a replacement or spare battery (AT&T model 27910, part number 89-0099-00-00) or equivalent, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com 1 (800) 222-3111...
Getting started Belt clip & optional headset To attach the belt clip: Snap the belt clip into the retaining tabs on both sides of the handset as shown in the figure. For handsfree headset conversations, use any industry standard 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately).
Getting started Installation options NOTE: The mounting bracket must be used for both tabletop use and wall mounting positions. The telephone base comes with the mounting bracket already installed for desktop use. If wall mounting is desired, a telephone outlet wall mounting plate with mounting studs is required.
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Getting started Installation options Desktop to wall mount installation (continued) 2. Plug the telephone line cord and power adapter into the telephone base. Bundle the telephone line cord and power adapter cord, and secure them with a twist tie before placing them in the bracket channels. WALL DESK DESK...
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Getting started Installation options Wall mount to desktop installation To change the telephone base from the wall mount position to desktop position. 1. Make sure that you unplug the power adapter and telephone line cord from the wall outlets before you begin. 2.
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Getting started Installation options Wall mount to desktop installation (continued) 4. Plug the telephone line cord into the telephone base and telephone wall jack, then plug the power adapter plug into the telephone base and an electrical wall outlet not controlled by a wall switch (see page 5) and place the cords in the bracket channels.
Telephone operation Elapsed time PHONE 0:00:30 NOTE: Pressing /FLASH to PHONE access services from your local telephone service provider will not affect the elapsed time. Elapsed time SPEAKER 0:00:30 Handset operation Making a call To make a call: • Press PHONE /FLASH the telephone number.
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Telephone operation REDIAL 555-1234 Handset operation Answering a call To answer a call: • Press PHONE /FLASH –OR– • Press any dial pad key (0-9, * or #). To end a call: • Press or return the handset to the /CLEAR telephone base or charger.
Telephone operation **PAGING** Handset operation Handset locator The handset locator feature is useful if you misplace a handset. To start the paging tone: HANDSET LOCATOR at the telephone • Press base. This starts the paging tone at the handset(s) for 60 seconds to help you locate the handset(s).
Telephone operation Volume control Options while on calls Volume control Press the VOLUME handset to adjust listening volume. Each press of the button increases or decreases the volume. NOTES: 1. All volume settings (normal handset, speakerphone and headset) are independent. 2.
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Telephone operation NOTE: You cannot press OFF/ CLEAR to exit redial, directory or caller ID access without ending the call. Options while on calls Mute The mute function allows you to silence the microphone. You can hear the caller, but the caller will not be able to hear you.
Telephone operation NOTES: 1. While reviewing the While reviewing the directory on a call, editing an entry is not allowed. For more details about the directory, see page 27. 2. While reviewing the While reviewing the caller ID history on a call, storing the caller ID number in the directory is not allowed.
Use the intercom feature for conversation between handsets. (This feature is not available on model TL71108.) Models TL71208/TL71308 1. Press INT. The screen will show INTERCOM TO: 2. Enter a handset number. The screen will show CALLING HANDSET X. The called handset will ring, and its screen will show HANDSET Y IS CALLING.
Call transfer using intercom Use the intercom feature to transfer an outside call from one handset to another. (This feature is not available on model TL71108.) Models TL71208/TL71308 1. During a conversation with an outside call, press INT The outside call is automatically placed on hold and TRANSFER TO: is displayed on the screen.
Telephone operation > DIRECTORY CALL LOG > DIRECTORY CALL LOG > RINGER VOLUME RINGER TONE RINGER VOLUME Handset settings Using the feature menu, you can change settings to customize how the telephone works. 1. Press MENU/ SELECT phone is not in use) to enter the feature menu.
Telephone operation > DIRECTORY CALL LOG > RINGER TONE KEY TONE RINGER TONE Handset settings - OR- When the handset is in idle mode, press the VOLUME buttons on the right side of the handset to change ringer volume. NOTE: The ringer volume level also determines the ringer levels of intercom calls (pages 20-21) and the handset locator paging tone (page 16).
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Telephone operation > DIRECTORY CALL LOG > KEY TONE LANGUAGE KEY TONE > DIRECTORY CALL LOG > LANGUAGE CLR VOICE MAIL LANGUAGE ENGLISH Handset settings Key tone The handset is factory programmed to beep with each key press. If you turn off the KEY TONE, there will be no beeps when keys are pressed.
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Telephone operation > DIRECTORY CALL LOG > CLR VOICE MAIL DIRECTORY TURN INDICATOR OFF? NOTES: 1. Telephone company voicemail may alert you to new messages with stutter (broken) dial tone. Contact your telephone company for more details. 2. For information about using your voicemail service contact your telephone company for assistance.
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Telephone operation Handset settings Temporary ring silencing Press OFF/ or MUTE/ CLEAR telephone is ringing to silence the ringer temporarily. This will silence the ringer without disconnecting the call. The next incoming call will ring normally at the preset volume. NOTE: If more than one handset is installed, each handset will ring when there is an incoming call unless the volume is turned off.
Directory Pat Williams 555-1234 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 at a time.
Directory > DIRECTORY CALL LOG > REVIEW STORE > STORE REVIEW ENTER NUMBER 555-1234_ New directory entries To create and store a new directory entry 1. Press MENU/ SELECT feature menu. /SELECT again to enter the 2. Press MENU >DIRECTORY menu. 3.
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Directory ENTER NAME Pat Williams_ NOTE: The first letter of every word will be capitalized. The remaining letters in a word will be lowercase as shown in the chart to the right. Pat Williams 555-1234 New directory entries 7. Enter the name when prompted. •...
Directory Andrew 555-6789 Barbara 555-9876 Directory review To review directory entries 1. Press DIR in idle mode to display the first listing in the directory. DIRECTORY EMPTY will be displayed if there are no directory entries. -OR- You can also display the first listing in the directory by first pressing MENU/ then press /SELECT again to choose...
Directory Directory search To search by name 1. Press DIR in idle mode to display the first listing in the directory. DIRECTORY EMPTY will be displayed if there are no directory entries. 2. When a name entry is displayed, press the dial pad keys (2-9) to start a name search.
Directory Andrew 555-6789 EDIT NUMBER 555-1234 EDIT NAME Andy Andy 555-1234 To dial, delete or edit entries To dial, delete or edit a directory entry (name and number), the entry must be displayed on the handset. Use directory search or review (pages 30-31) to display an entry.
Caller ID operation CHRISTINE SMITH 908-555-0100 10:01 11/23 NOTE: Caller ID features will work only if both you and the caller are in areas offering caller ID service, and if both telephone companies use compatible equipment. The time and date are sent by the telephone company along with the call information.
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Caller ID operation CHRISTINE SMITH 908-555-0100 11/23 10:01 Caller ID operation How caller ID history works The caller ID history stores information about the last 50 incoming calls. Review the caller ID history to find out who called, to easily return the call, or to copy the caller’s name and number into your directory.
Caller ID operation Chris 908-555-0100 10:01 11/23 HANDSET 1 6 MISSED CALLS Pat Williams 555-1234 10:31 11/23 Caller ID operation Memory match If the incoming telephone number exactly matches a telephone number in your directory, the name that appears on the screen will match the corresponding name in your directory.
Caller ID operation Pat Williams 555-1234 10:31 11/23 Jeffrey Adams 555-9876 10:21 11/23 Chris Thompson 908-555-0100 11/23 10:11 The various dialing options are: 555-5555 555-555-5555 1-555-555-5555 1-555-5555 Caller ID history To review caller ID history 1. Press CID to review the caller ID history. The caller ID history displays the caller ID entries in reverse chronological order starting with the most recent call.
Caller ID operation NOTE: If both the name and number are not provided, UNABLE TO SAVE will be displayed. Caller ID history Other options • Press /REMOVE to delete the displayed MUTE entry from the caller ID history. • With an entry from the caller ID history displayed, press and hold delete all entries from the caller ID history.
Appendix Indicator lights Indicator lights IN USE • On when handset is in use, or when you are registering a handset. • Flashes when another telephone is in use on the same line, or you are deregistering handset(s) from the telephone base. •...
INCOMING CALL NEW VOICE MAIL XX MISSED CALLS There are new calls in the caller ID history. CONNECTING ... ** PAGING ** HANDSET X IS CALLING (For TL71208/TL71308) LINE IN USE NO LINE ALREADY SAVED SAVED PLACE IN CHARGER CHARGING The handset is in use.
Appendix Handset display screen messages Screen display messages MICROPHONE ON UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME INTERCOM TO: (For TL71208/TL71308) INTERCOM ENDED CALLING HANDSET (For TL71208/TL71308) TRANSFER TO: (For TL71208/TL71308) CALL TRANSFERED NO SIGNAL, CALL ENDED Mute has just been turned off so your voice is again being sent out.
2. You can register two additional handsets, which will be assigned as handset 3 and handset 4. The TL71308 has three handsets automatically registered as handset 1, handset 2 and handset 3. You can register one additional handset, which will be assigned as handset 4.
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Appendix Adding and registering handsets PLEASE WAIT... HANDSET X REGISTERED 2. On the telephone base, press and hold HANDSET LOCATOR for about four seconds (until the red IN USE light on the telephone base turns on) and then release the button. The handset will show PLEASE WAIT...
Appendix Replacing a handset You may need to de-register your handsets if: You have the maximum number of registered handsets (four) and need to replace a handset. -OR- You wish to change the designated handset number of your registered handsets. You must first de-register ALL the handsets, and then re-register ALL the handsets you wish to use.
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Appendix Replacing a handset NOTES: 1. If the de-registration process was not successful, you may need to reset the system and try again. To reset: pick up the handset and press the button and place the handset back into the telephone base. You may also reset by unplugging the power from the telephone base and plug it back in.
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our website at 1 (800) 222–3111 • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in. My phone doesn’t work • Make sure that the battery connector is securely plugged at all.
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Appendix Troubleshooting I cannot dial • First try all the suggestions above. out. • Make sure you have a dial tone before dialing. The • Eliminate any background noise. Noise from a television, • If the other phones in your home are having the same My cordless •...
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Appendix Troubleshooting • Ensure that the telephone base is powered up. CONNECTING... displays on my • Place the cordless handset in the telephone base for cordless handset. • Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base. • Reset the telephone base. Unplug the unit’s electrical •...
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Appendix Troubleshooting I get noise, • If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital static, or weak signal even when I’m near the telephone base. • You may be able to improve the performance of your • Other electronic products can cause interference to •...
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Appendix Troubleshooting • Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone jack, I hear other calls while using my phone. My cordless • Make sure that the ringer is not turned off. Refer to the handset does not ring when I •...
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Appendix Troubleshooting • Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away as possible from electronic devices like television sets, VCRs, or other cordless telephones. • Re-install the battery, and place cordless handset in the telephone base.
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Appendix Appendix Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • Make sure the power and line cords are plugged in The charge light is off. • Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds, • Clean the cordless handset and telephone base charging • Your phone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to My caller ID •...
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Appendix Troubleshooting Common cure If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, try for electronic putting the cordless handset in its base. If it does not seem equipment. to respond, do the following (in the order listed): • Disconnect the power to the telephone base. •...
Appendix Maintenance Taking care of your telephone • Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. • Avoid rough treatment. • Place the handset down gently. • Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it.
Appendix Important safety information 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.
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Appendix Important safety information Caution: Use only the power adapter provided with this product. To obtain a replacement, visit our website at 222-3111 . In Canada dial Especially about cordless telephones • Privacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some limitations.
Appendix Important safety information The RBRC Seal means that the manufacturer is voluntarily participating in an ™ industry program to collect and recycle Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries when taken out of service within the United States. These batteries may be taken to a participating local retailer of replacement batteries or recycling center.
Appendix FCC Part 68 and ACTA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements 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.
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Appendix FCC Part 68 and ACTA If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible.
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 harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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, visit 3111 . In Canada, call What does this limited warranty cover? The manufacturer of this AT&T-branded product warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“CONSUMER”...
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Appendix Limited warranty • 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 • PRODUCT that has been damaged due to repair, alteration, or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of the manufacturer;...
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Appendix Limited warranty What must you return with the PRODUCT to get warranty service? You must: Return the entire original package and contents including the PRODUCT to the service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; and Include “valid proof of purchase”...
Index Technical specifications 5.8 GHz digital spread spectrum frequency hopping technology This technology digitally transmits your voice across multiple channels in both the 5.8GHz and 2.4GHz frequencies to provide enhanced range, ultimate sound clarity and advanced privacy against eavesdropping on your calls, while not interfering with wireless routers.