SuperManual.book Page 2 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
SuperManual.book Page i Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Checking the Contents..................1 Basic Features ......................1 DESCRIPTION OF TELEPHONES CL940 ........................2 CL980 ........................3 CL990 ........................3 Telephone Functions ..................4 Lights ....................... 4 Keys ........................4 INSTALLING YOUR PHONE Choose a Location for the Base Unit .............
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SuperManual.book Page ii Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM To use the intercom from the base............. 14 Using HOLD ......................14 Timing Calls ......................14 Temporary Tone Service .................. 14 Going Out of Range................... 14 Locating a Lost Handset .................. 14 Low Battery......................
Caller ID cordless telephone on the market. This manual covers the operation of three cordless telephones: CL940, CL980 and CL990. The functions on each phone operate the same. However, it is important to note that not all functions described within this manual are included on each model.
This manual covers the operation of three models of cordless telephones. Check your model number against the table below to see which features your telephone incorporates. Models Handset Base CL940 CL980 CL990 CL940 New Call Light Volume Keys (on side of handset)
SuperManual.book Page 3 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM CL980 New Call Light Voice Mail Navigation Keys Volume Keys PLAY REPLAY BACK SKIP (on side of handset) VOICE MAIL Voice Mail Light ERASE MSG SAVE MSG Caller ID Display Network Service Keys Network Service Keys Function Keys Caller ID Keys...
SuperManual.book Page 4 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM DESCRIPTION OF TELEPHONES ELEPHONE UNCTIONS The light and key functions listed below are for all three models of cordless telephones covered in this manual. Please see DESCRIPTION OF TELEPHONES on page 2 for the functions that are applicable to your telephone.
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SuperManual.book Page 5 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM -Flash Key allows Call Waiting subscribers to switch between two calls. -Mute Key mutes the speakerphone microphone. -Speakerphone Key allows you to access the speakerphone. -Voice Mail Navigation Keys allows you to access and navigate through your voice mail features (see insert for further details).
SuperManual.book Page 6 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM INSTALLING YOUR PHONE INSTALLING YOUR PHONE HOOSE A OCATION FOR THE The base should be away from all other electronic equipment such as a personal computer, microwave, stereo, or television. It is also a good idea to place the unit away from noisy areas, or from heat sources such as a radiator or direct sunlight.
SuperManual.book Page 7 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM NSTALL ATTERY Use this procedure to install or replace the battery. Be sure to follow the battery specifications and safety instructions outlined in your safety instruction booklet. AUTION Use only Cidco brand nickel cadmium (Ni- Cad) batteries in this phone (Part No.
SuperManual.book Page 8 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM PERSONALIZING YOUR PHONE PERSONALIZING YOUR PHONE The following chart outlines the step-by-step process of personalizing your phone. Enter SETUP Mode Select Language 1=ENGLISH 2=ESPANOL Enter VoiceMail Access # My Area Code Digits to Dial 1=SEVEN 2=TEN Other Area Codes...
SuperManual.book Page 9 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM 1. S ELECT ANGUAGE Press 1 to choose ENGLISH. Press 2 to choose ESPANOL. 2. E NTER OICE CCESS UMBER Your access number is the telephone number you dial to access your Voice Mail box.
SuperManual.book Page 10 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM PERSONALIZING YOUR PHONE only. This selection remains in effect while adding your remaining local area codes. Press 1 to select SEVEN digits. Press 2 to select TEN digits. You can add up to 10 local area codes. Press REVIEW when you are finished.
SuperManual.book Page 11 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM USING YOUR PHONE NSWERING ALLS You can answer a call three ways: a.) Press any key on the handset or press SPEAKERPHONE on the base. b.) Press FLASH to answer Call Waiting calls. c.) Set the telephone to Answer on Pickup.
SuperManual.book Page 12 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM USING YOUR PHONE desired. See Using a Quick Lookup Method on page 15. Also, see Using a Quick Lookup Method on page 15. c.) Press TALK, SPEAKERPHONE or SPEEDIAL to place the call. Redialing Press REDIAL on the handset or base.
SuperManual.book Page 13 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM NUMBER STORED message displays. c.) To automatically dial this stored number press the Network Service key. DJUSTING THE OLUME Adjusting the Handset Volume a.) Press the TALK key. b.) Press the VOLUME key on the side of the handset while the phone is off hook to increase or decrease the volume.
SuperManual.book Page 14 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM USING YOUR PHONE To use the intercom from the base a.) Press the PAGE/FIND key. The handset rings and the display shows PAGING. b.) Answer the page by pressing the INTERCOM function key on the handset.
SuperManual.book Page 15 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM approximately 5 minutes to conclude your call or switch phones before your call is dropped. Prior to first use, place the handset in the cradle and charge the battery for at least 12 hours with the Off-On Switch in the OFF position.
SuperManual.book Page 16 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM USING THE DIRECTORY You can create your directory in two ways: Copy a Caller ID record to the directory. Create a new directory record. Copying a Caller ID Record to the Directory a.) Press the CALLER ID key.
SuperManual.book Page 17 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM number until the desired letter is displayed. For Example: to enter JOHN: press 5 once; press 6 three times; press 4 two times. Finally, press 6 two times. If the next desired letter is on the same key as the current letter, press the REVIEW key to move to the next position.
SuperManual.book Page 18 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM REVIEWING AND DELETING CALL RECORDS Press REVIEW for NO. REVIEWING AND DELETING CALL RECORDS EVIEWING ECORDS ROM THE ANDSET a.) Press the CALLER ID key. b.) Press the REVIEW key to display the first (oldest) call record;...
SuperManual.book Page 19 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM READING DISPLAY MESSAGES The telephone informs you of status by displaying the following messages: ESSAGE ESCRIPTION You have reached the end of the directory or END OF LIST call records. Press either REVIEW key to see other records.
SuperManual.book Page 20 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Are you having trouble with your phone? Here are some of the most common problem areas and solutions. YMPTOM ORRECTIVE CTION Blank or faint Turn the handset on and place it in the cradle for sev- screen eral seconds.
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SuperManual.book Page 21 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM YMPTOM ORRECTIVE CTION No dial tone Verify that the line cord is connected and secure. Check that the handset is fully charged. Move the handset closer to the base. See Going Out of Range on page 14.
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SuperManual.book Page 22 Thursday, August 19, 1999 12:50 PM TROUBLESHOOTING YMPTOM ORRECTIVE CTION Check your service. Call your telephone company to NO DATA SENT ensure that you have Caller ID or Caller ID on Call Waiting service. Check the answering machine. Ensure that your answering machine is set to answer after two rings.
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