CONTENTS Introduction Unpacking Description General Description LCD Window Icons Description Installation Connecting Lines Installing Batteries Charging Handset Installing battery in the base Using Handset Carrying Clip Basic Functions Turning Handset On/Off Menu Navigaion Making a call Receiving a call Muting the Microphone Amplification function Ringer Setting Talking Caller ID...
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CONTENTS Auto Answer Selecting a Language HS Name Range Alarm and Other Alarms Paging Dial Mode Handsfree Flash Signal Advanced Functions CID Book Phone Book One-Touch Memories BS Settings HS Settings Registration Calling with more than one Handset Caller ID on call waiting Feature List Troubleshooting Technical Specifications...
Its is important that you read the instructions below in order to use your Geemarc telephone to its full potential. Keep this user guide in a safe place for future reference. This guide explains how to use the following telephone: AD260 AMPLIDECT™...
1 Telephone line cord 1 Carrying clip 1 User Guide * The shape of the plugs can vary according to each country’s specification. For product support and help visit our website at www.geemarc.com Telephone 01707 384438 Or fax 01707 832529...
DESCRIPTION General Description Front of Handset 1. In-Use/Ring Flash/Voice Mail/Missed Call Indicator 2. LCD Display key: Press to end a call or return to off-line 4. Keypad...
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DESCRIPTION key: Hold it for 5 seconds, enables “Do not disturb” Key: Redial/Pause Key: Flash/Delete Key. Generate a “Flash” signal to activate Call Waiting. Delete a digit when inputting text. Go back one level in the Menu system 8. PAGE key: Press to intercom or transfer a call key: Press to make or answer a call.
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DESCRIPTION Rear of Handset key: One touch memory that also activates speakerphone 12. Speaker...
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DESCRIPTION Side of Handset key: Press to receive extra receiver amplification 14. Volume Up and Down 15. Battery Compartment Cover 16. Menu Key( ): Press to access menu or sub-menu option. Press to mute/unmute the microphone during a call. 17. Belt Clip...
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DESCRIPTION Front of Base 18. In-Use Indicator/Charge Indicator 19. Page key: Press to page all registered handsets 20. Cradle Underside of Base 21. Base Ringer 22. Telephone Jack: For connection to phone line 23. AC Adaptor Jack: For connection to mains electric power 24.
DESCRIPTION LCD Window Icons Description The LCD screen is split into two distinct areas: The icon area. This is found at the top of the screen. This displays the various system icons which help you to use the telephone. The main area. This is found across the centre of the screen.
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DESCRIPTION New Call Indicates you have missed one or more calls MSG Waiting Indicates you have one or more voice Voice Mail messages. Off Hook TALK Indicates the line is engaged. Hands-free SPEAKER Indicates the handsfree function is enabled. Battery Icon This is always displayed when your telephone is switched on.
INSTALLATION Connecting Lines 1. Connect one end of the phone line cord to the phone line jack of the base, and the other end to a standard phone wall outlet. 2. Connect the modular end of the AC power adapter to the power jack of the base, then plug the AC adapter into a standard AC wall outlet.
INSTALLATION To AC wall outlet To w all phone jack Installing Batteries in the handset The rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (AAA size) are supplied with your phone. Install the two batteries before using your phone. 1. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and pull it out.
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INSTALLATION INSTALLATION 3. To replace the battery cover, slide the cover up until it snaps in place. Notes: The batteries need to be replaced if they do not recover their full storage capacities after recharging. When replacing the batteries, always use good quality Ni-MH re-chargeable batteries.
INSTALLATION Charging Handset Important Note: Before initial operation, YOU SHOULD FULLY CHARGE THE HANDSET for about 15 hours. To charge the handset, you should place it on the base. Result: When you place the handset on the base, the handset automatically turns on. Installing Battery in the base The base use special NiMH rechargeable batteries in case of mains power failure.
INSTALLATION Using Handset Carrying Clip The supplied handset carrying clip allows you to conveniently carry the handset with you. It clips easily to your belt, waist band, or shirt pocket. If you want to remove the carrying clip: Insert a screw driver along the edge of one of its arms and release the clip.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Turning Handset On/Off If the handset is in power off mode, when you place the handset on the base, it automatically turns on. To turn the handset on or off in standby mode, follow these steps: 1. To turn on the handset when off, press and hold the key until you switch the display on.
BASIC FUNCTIONS All descriptions in this manual assume that the handset is in standby mode. Set the telephone to standby mode by pressing the key. Menu Navigation To access a menu option: 1. To display menu items, press the Menu( ) key.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Making a Call 1. Pick up the handset and press the key. The TALK icon appears on the LCD. 2. Dial a telephone number. 3. To end the call, either press the key or replace the handset on the base. You can also enter the desired phone number in standby mode.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Receiving a Call When a call is received, the Call information will appear and the LED will flash. If the caller can be identified, the caller's phone number is displayed. If the caller cannot be identified, only the Call information displays.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Example: You want to say something to another person in the room but do not want the other party to hear you. To mute your microphone, press the Mute( )key during the conversation. The "Call Muted" appears on the LCD.
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BASIC FUNCTIONS Tone Control You can also adjust the Tone control to fit the levels to your hearing requirements. Whilst on a call and when has been selected, digital tone control becomes active. Using keys, you can scroll through the four tone options available. The digital tone setting is indicated on the screen as T1 to T4.
BASIC FUNCTIONS 5. Press until ON displayed, then press the key to confirm. Ringer Setting You can select your own external (from the telephone Network) or internal (from other handsets registered to the same base) ring tone and adjust the volume. 1.Press the Menu( ) key.
BASIC FUNCTIONS setting, the phone plays the selected melody, press the key to confirm the desired ringer. At step 4, press to select Volume, and press the key, you can adjust the ringer volume from Volume 1 to Volume 5, or Volume Off to turn off the ringer.
BASIC FUNCTIONS 3.Press the keys to choose Audio Setup, press the key. 4. 3.Press the keys to choose Talk CID, press the key. 5. Use the key to choose On/Off to enable/disable Talking Caller CID, then press the key, you will hear a confirm beep. For the Talking Keypad function at step 4, choose Talk Keypad instead of Talk CID and continue with step 5.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Last Number Redial 1. Press the key to take the line. 2. Press the key The LCD displays the last number you dialed and the phone dials out the number. 1. Press the key in Standby mode. 2. Press the key to dial out the number.
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BASIC FUNCTIONS When the redial book is full, each time you dial a new number, the oldest number stored in the redial book is automatically erased and replaced with the latest number. Use Redial Book options Using the redial book options, you can add a number to phone book or delete a number in the redial book.
BASIC FUNCTIONS At step 3, when you select Delete or Delete All options, a message "Confirm ?" will further ask you to confirm the deletion. To confirm press the key, to escape press the key. Key Lock If you turn this feature on, all keys will be locked. You can answer calls by using the key on the phone.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Auto Answer With this feature, you can answer a call by just picking up the handset from the base without pressing any key. 1. Press the Menu ( )key. 2. Press the key repeatedly to choose HS Settings, press the key.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Selecting a Language The Handset supports multiple predefined languages. You can change the language used to display the menu messages. 1. Press the Menu ( ) key. 2. Press the key to choose HS Settings, then press the key.
BASIC FUNCTIONS HS Name Using this feature you can define a name of the handset. This allows you to easily recognize your handset if you have more than one registered on the same base. To set the handset name: 1. Press the Menu ( ) key.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Range Alarm and Other Tones A beep will sound when the handset is out of range of the base. You are able to select to enable/disable this audible warning. 1. Press the Menu ( )key. 2. Press the key to choose HS Settings, press the key.
BASIC FUNCTIONS certain error conditions, a warning tone will still sound when an incorrect key is pressed. Note:For normal use, we recommend you leave the key tone enabled. This makes the phone easier to use. Battery Low - If handset batteries are running low, there will be an audible beep To switch either of these on or off, select Key Tone or Battery Low instead of Range Alarm in the above set of...
BASIC FUNCTIONS On a long key press, more than or equal to 5 seconds, the base will enter subscription mode. For details. Dial Mode You can change the dial mode using the following steps: 1. Press the Menu ( )key.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Handsfree During a call, you may turn on the speakerphone built in the handset. In this mode you can simply put your handset on a surface (e.g. a desk) and enjoy the comfort of the handsfree conversation. To turn the feature on, press the key during a call (line engaged).
BASIC FUNCTIONS Flash Signal When the line is engaged, pressing the key sends the Flash signal (the display will show F). This key is used in conjunction with special services (e.g. call waiting) which may be available on your phone network. For further details please contact your network telephone company.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS CID Book When you receive a call, if the caller's information is transmitted from the network on which the call was made (and the caller doesn't hide it), the caller's phone number is displayed. Moreover, when there is a received call which you missed, the NEW icon will appear on the LCD.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 4. CID Log will be displayed. Use scroll through the list. 5. The display shows Empty if there are no CID log entries. Dialing a Number from CID Log Find the number you want to dial. Refer to "Viewing the CID Log".
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 6. The display shows "Name ?". Enter the name you want to use (see Add Phone book Entries), then press key. 7. The CID number will be displayed, press the key. 8. Use key to select the ring you would like to associate with the number, press the key to confirm.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 7. The display will show "Confirm". You can press the key to delete the entry or press the key to cancel and exit. Deleting all CID Log Entries 1. Press the Menu ( )key. 2. Press the key again to choose Call Log 3.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Phone Book The phonebook built in your cordless phone allows you to store frequently used numbers so that you can easily make a call without having to remember or enter the phone number. Character Map To enter a specific alphanumeric character, press the relevant key one or more times for the required character according to the following table: once for the first character, twice for the second and so on.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Add Phone book Entries 1. Press the Menu ( ) key. 2. Press to choose Phonebook, press the key. 3. Press to choose New entry, press the key. 4. The display shows "Name ?". Enter the name you want to use, then press the key to confirm.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Using a Pause A pause is useful when you access an interactive voice response system e.g. an automated banking system. A pause provides a delay of 3 seconds. If you want to insert a pause when you dial a number in standby mode or store a number in the ponebook, press the key The letter P will appear at the pause entry.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Dialing a Number from Phone book Find the number you want to dial. Refer to "Viewing the Phone book Entries". Then press the key. Editing the Phone book Entries 1. Press the Menu ( ) key. 2. Press to choose Phonebook, press the key.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 7. Use the key to select the ring you would like to associate with the number, press the key to confirm. Deleting a Phone book Entry 1. Press the Menu ( ) key. 2. Press to choose Phonebook, press the key.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Deleting all Phone book Entries 1. Press the Menu ( ) key. 2. Press to choose Phonebook, press the key. 3. Press to choose Delete All, press key. 4.The display will show "Confirm". You can press the key to delete all the entries or press the to cancel and exit.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 4. The display shows the current phonebook status, for example, 07/150 Used. It means 150 records can be stored in the phonebook. Out of the 150, 7 have been stored. One-Touch Memories You can store 1 number in the direct memory, Storing Memory Numbers Type in the desired number and then press and hold M1 button to store.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS BS Settings Delete Handset This function allows you to delete a handset registered to the base. 1. Press the Menu ( ) key. 2. Press the key to choose BS Settings, then press the key. 3. Press the key to choose the Delete HS menu.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Flash Time You can select to change the Flash time as follows: 1. Press the Menu ( ) key. 2. Press the key to choose BS Settings, then press the key. 3. Use the key to choose Flash Time menu.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 3. Use the key to choose Modify PIN menu. Press the key. 4. The display shows "PIN?". Enter the current PIN, then press the key. If the old PIN code is validated, you will be prompted to enter a new PIN code. If the old PIN is not validated, a warning beep will sound and you will be returned to the Modify PIN menu.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 4. The display shows the current setting. Use the key to select On/Off, press the key. 5. If you select On, the display prompts you to enter the time in HH:MM format. Use the numeric keypad to enter, press the key.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 2. Press the key to choose HS Settings, then press the 3. Press the key to choose Date & Time menu, press the key. 4. Press the key.to select Time Format 5. You can use the key to choose the Time format (12 - Hour/24 - Hour), press the to save.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 5. Enter the current date/time using the numeric keypad and press the key to save and exit. Notes: If you select 12-Hour, AM/PM will appear on the right of the time in standby mode. Selecting a Base This function allows you to select a base from those already registered to the handset.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Default If you reset the handset, all the features will be restored to the factory initial settings. 1. Press the Menu ( ) soft key. 2. Press the key to choose HS Settings, then press the 3. Press the key to choose HS Default menu, press the key.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Call Barring Call barring allows the user to prevent certain phone numbers with specific prefixes from being dialled out e.g. 0845. Alternatively, all outgoing calls can be barred. 1. Press the Menu ( ) soft key. 2. Press the key to choose HS Settings, then press the key.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 7. Enter the prefix to be barred e.g. 0845 or 07 or 09. 8.Press the key to save and exit. Do Not Disturb This functions turns off the handset ringer and allows the user to ignore all incoming calls (except intercom calls). 1.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 1. Before registering a handset to the base, you should press and hold base unit key for about 5 seconds. Release it once the In-Use Indicator/Charge Indicator light on the base starts flashing. The base is now ready for handset registration.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 2. If the handset entered is valid, the called handset will ring. The called party can press the key to answer the internal call. 3. At the end of your conversation, press the key. Note: During the internal call, if an external comes in, the LCD will show the caller's number.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 3.Press the key or replace the handset to the base to complete the transfer. Setting up a 3-way conference call When you have both an external call and an intercom call in progress, you can set up a three-way conference call, like this: 1.
FEATURE LIST Caller ID on call waiting When you subscribe to Call Waiting service from your local telephone company, the telephone will display the name and number of the second caller while you are having a conversation. 1. DECT Technology ensures crystal clear conversation 2.
FEATURE LIST 19. Low battery voice warning, out of range alarm 20 Auto-answer when lifting handset off base 21. 10 handset ring tones and 5 base ring tones 22. Intercom function 23. Three way conference 24. On-line and off-line buttons 25.
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Check & Remedy No operation Check that the power adapter is properly connected. Check that the telephone line cord is properly connected. Check that the handset batteries have full power. Check that the handset batteries are installed properly.
TROUBLESHOOTING there may be a delay in receiving the Caller ID information. If I press Handset probably needs re-syncing with base. Switch off the handset, leave for 10 there seconds then switch it back on. They is no dial should sync up in about 5-30 seconds tone Handset Ensure handset ringer volume is not set to...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Charging time 15 hours Ambient Normal: 10℃ ~ 30℃, Extreme: temperature -10℃ ~ 40℃ Humidity 0%~90% Weight (oz) Base: 16; Handset: 5.7 Dimensions Base: 6.7 x 3.1 x 5.0; Handset: 7.0 (inches) x2.1 x 1.2 Power Supply AC Adapter: UL listed 7.5vdc, 500MA Base Battery: 4 xAAA NIMH...
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If you subscribe to a DSL service Please attach a noise filter (contact your DSL provider) to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack in the event of the following: - Noise is heard during conversations. - Caller ID features do not function properly.
SAFETY INFORMATION General Only use the power supply included with the product. Only use the approved rechargeable batteries supplied. Do not open the handset (except to replace the handset batteries) or base. Contact the helpline for all repairs. Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/ or the release of toxic chemicals.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Do not place any part of your product in water and do not use it in damp or humid conditions e.g. bathrooms. Do not expose your product to fire or other hazardous conditions. Unplug your phone from the telephone socket during thunderstorms because it could damage your telephone.
GUARANTEE From the moment your Geemarc product is purchased, Geemarc guarantee it for the period of two years. During this time, all repairs or replacements (at our discretion) are free of charge. Should you experience a problem then contact our help line or visit our website at www.geemarc.com.
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GUARANTEE Electrical connection: The apparatus is designed to operate from a 230V 50Hz supply only. (Classified as ‘hazardous voltage’ according to EN60950 standard). The apparatus does not incorporate an integral power on/off switch. To disconnect the power, either switch off supply at the mains power socket or unplug the AC adaptor.
- Or, hand the old product to the retailer. If you purchase a new one, they should accept it. Thus if you respect these instructions you ensure human health and environmental protection. For product support and help visit our website at www.geemarc.com Telephone 01707 384438 Or fax 01707 832529...