Scroll left / Contacts / Recall - For scrolling left. Access to phonebook. Press and hold to use Recall feature when connected to a PABX, and with some Telstra Calling Features e.g. Call Waiting Navigational key / Volume / Call List - For scrolling up. In call volume adjustment during calls.
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Asterisk key / Ringer on/off - For entering asterisks. Press and hold down to switch handset ringer on/off. When entering names, switch between upper and lower case lettering. r (u) Redial Open the redial list. “End call”/Power Key - Press briefly to end a call or return to standby mode.
Handset display Display icons Signal icon Displays when in hands-free mode Mute is activated Ringer is switched off Indicates a missed call Alarm is set Battery is fully charged Battery is partially charged Battery is running low Battery is almost fully discharged Battery is empty...
WHAT’S INSIDE View the details or dial an entry Getting to know your phone Edit a name and number Overview of your handset Delete an entry Handset display Delete all entries Display icons Predial an entry Overview of the charger Check the memory status Safety precautions (Local contacts only)
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DECT settings Internal names Line settings Line selection Default settings Help Appendix...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Your new Telstra T-Voice 503 handset is intended for use within Australia for connection to a gateway network. Please read the safety precautions and user guide carefully before installing the handset. The user guide is a part of the product package and must be passed on to a new owner.
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• The handset must not be charged up without batteries or the battery cover in place. • Do not touch open contacts. Small Metal Objects Small metal objects may stick to the handset due to the presence of magnetic fields on the handset. Exercise caution when used where metal objects can be picked up.
Location You need to place your T-Voice 503 charger within 2 metres of the mains power socket so that the cable will reach. The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
Contents of the package 2 x AAA Handset Mains Quick Charger rechargeable power Start batteries (already adaptor Guide in handset) Setting up IMPORTANT Use only the power adaptor supplied with the product. Connecting the charger 1. Plug the power adaptor into the socket marked on the rear of the charger and plug the other end into the mains power wall socket.
Press down Slide 3. Slide the battery cover back into place. 4. Place the handset on the charger to charge, see below. Charging the batteries If the battery charge status has reached its lower limit, the battery symbol ( ) is displayed and a warning signal is heard every 60 seconds while on a call.
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Enter Time, enter the time, e.g. when set to 24 Hours, 1430 for 6. Scroll 2:30pm and press Save. If the current time format setting is 12 hour, scroll t or u to select AM or PM. 7. Press to return to standby. Your T-Voice 503 is now ready for use.
Navigating the menus Your T-Voice 503 has an easy to use menu system on the handset. Each menu has a list of options, which you can see on the menu map on the following page. When the handset is in standby: Scrolling through menus 1.
MAKING AND RECEIVING CALLS Note Your phone will automatically time the duration of all external calls, the call timer will display on the screen. When the call ends, the total duration of your talk time is shown for 1 second. Switch the handset on / off 1.
End a call Press , or place the handset back on the charger. Note You can end calls simply by placing the handset on the charger. To turn this feature off, see Auto hang-up, see page 31 . Receive a call When you receive an external call, the phone rings, , the line information and the phone number (or name if stored in the phonebook) is displayed.
2. If 2 or more handsets are registered to the gateway, press Intercom and scroll to select the handset that is to be called, press Select. Receiving an internal call When an internal call is received, the handset name or number that is calling is displayed.
Press Dial to dial. to highlight Auto 3. If the line selection is set to manual, press scroll or Line Name and press Select, if Line Name is selected scroll to the desired line and press Select. 4. When the second call answers you can have a conversion. 5.
Store a name and number If the T-Voice 503 is connected to a switchboard, you may need to enter a pause in a number. This gives the switchboard time to find an outside line. A pause is normally stored after the switchboard access code (e.g.
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Press twice Press three times To enter a space, press WRITING TIPS To change the text from Abc to ABC, abc or 123, press Press t or u to move between characters/digits. Press Clear to delete a character, or press and hold Clear to delete all characters. View the details or dial an entry 1.
5. Display shows Delete?. 6. Press Yes to confirm or No to cancel. 7. Press to return to standby. Delete all entries 1. Press Menu, Contacts is displayed, press Select. to select the desired phonebook and press Select. 2. Scroll 3.
CALLER ID AND CALL LIST Provided the identity of the caller is not withheld, the number of the caller will be displayed together with the date and time of the call (if provided by the network). A subscription to this service may be required. Note If the caller’s number is stored in your phonebook along with a name, when you receive a call the name will also be displayed.
View the details of an entry to highlight the Call List (Missed Calls, Outgoing Calls, 1. Press , scroll Accepted Calls, All Call) you want. 2. Press Select, the most recent number or name if stored in the phonebook is displayed.
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Predial an entry in the Call List to highlight the Call List (Missed Calls, Outgoing Calls, 1. Press , scroll Accepted Calls, All Call) you want. 2. Press Select, the most recent number (or name if stored in the phonebook) is displayed.
CLOCK AND ALARM If you have subscribed to your network’s Caller ID service, if Clock Master is set to Base the gateway automatically sets the date and time of the handset when registered. If the Clock Master is set to handset, you can also manually set the time on the individual handsets.
CALL FEATURES Add a speed dial number 1. Press Menu, scroll to Call Features and press Select. to Speed Dial and press Select. 2. Scroll 3. Scroll to select the key where you want to store the number, press Select. If the entry is empty No Number will be displayed, press Edit.
5. Press to return to standby. Key beep When you press a button on the T-Voice 503 handset, you will hear a beep. You can switch this beep on or off. 1. Press Menu, scroll to Handset Settings and press Select.
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3. Scroll to Out Range Tone and press Select. to On or Off and press Select. 4. Scroll 5. Press to return to standby. Cradle tone When you place the handset on the charger, you will hear a beep. You can switch this beep on or off.
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4. Scroll to the time you require and press Select. 5. Press to return to standby. Language 1. Press Menu, scroll to Handset Settings and press Select. to Language and press Select. 2. Scroll 3. Scroll to the language you require and press Select. 4.
4. Enter the PIN and press Ok. to the handset that you want to de-register and press Select. 5. Scroll 6. The display shows Unregister?, press Yes to de-register or No to cancel. 7. Press to return to standby. Handset name A personalized name can be set for each handset to easily distinguish between them.
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Handset version 1. Press Menu, scroll to Handset Settings and press Select. to Handset Version and press Select. 2. Scroll 3. The software version will be displayed. 4. Press to return to standby. Upgrade handset software You can upgrade the handset to the latest software, this can be checked manually or the handset checks for new software every time it is switched on or at 12:00am every day and sends a notification.
ADVANCE SETTINGS Advanced settings availability are dependent on the CAT-iq gateway that is being used. DECT settings Change PIN Some functions are protected by a 4 digit PIN code which must be entered if the settings are changed. The default depends on the gateway. The PIN can be changed to a preferred number.
Base version 1. Press Menu, scroll to Advance Settings and press Select. 2. DECT Settings is highlighted. Press Select. 3. Scroll to Base Version and press Select. 4. The Firmware, EEPROM and Hardware Versions will be displayed. 5. Press to return to standby. Restore to default settings 1.
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7. Press to return to standby. Line ID 1. Press Menu, scroll to Advance Settings and press Select. to Line Settings and press Select. 2. Scroll 3. Enter the PIN and press Ok. to the required line and press Option. 4.
Intrusion call When intrusion is set to allow if a call is in progress a second handset can connect without being invited, creating a 3-way call. 1. Press Menu, scroll to Advance Settings and press Select. to Line Settings and press Select. 2.
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HELP No dial tone • Check that the gateway is connected to the network properly. • Check that the mains power is connected properly. No display • Check that the batteries are inserted correctly and fully charged. Use only approved rechargeable batteries supplied. •...
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Noise interference on my phone or on other electrical equipment nearby Place the phone at least one metre away from electrical appliances or any metal obstructions to avoid any risk of interference.
The batteries are labelled with symbols and information on their contents, e.g.: Warranty conditions Your Telstra T-Voice 503 comes with a manufacturer’s warranty of 24 months from the date of purchase. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
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