DRAFT Contents When you open the package, the battery, cables, and adapter can be found in the compartment beneath the Calisto charging base. Product & Accessories Documentation Charging base QuickStart Guide QuickTips (stored under base) Handset/Phone Headset Handset/Phone battery Handset/Phone battery...
• Discontinue use of product and contact Plantronics if the product overheats, has a damaged cord or plug, if the product has been dropped or damaged, or if the product has come into contact with liquids.
DRAFT Components HANDSET For descriptions of these icons, see page 22. Incoming Call John Smith 123-456-7890 Ignore Answer Soft keys Menu navigation (to select screen options) OK button Talk/Flash button Call end button Voicemail speed dial Keypad Keypad lock Handset button Speakerphone button (illuminated when (illuminated when...
DRAFT Setup For complete setup instructions, see the QuickStart Guide. Step 2 Connect the charging base and the cables. Install the handset battery. Charge the headset and Step 1 Step 3 handset. Handset: Charge for up to 15 hours before first use. When fully charged, screen displays “Charging Done.”...
DRAFT Changing the battery If your handset battery does not keep a charge, you can replace the battery. Using the tip of a pen, press the notch at the bottom of the handset battery cover to remove the cover. Remove the old battery from the compartment. Place the new battery into battery compartment.
DRAFT Powering the Headset On and Off You must turn on the headset before first use and anytime after it has been powered off. Powering your headset on Press and hold for 2 seconds until the indicator light flashes blue every 10 seconds or you hear 4 ascending beeps Powering your headset off Press and hold the Headset...
DRAFT Using Your Headset with Your Handset TIP: When using your handset and headset, the headset must be within 33 feet of the handset, and the handset must be within 300 feet of the charging base. Placing calls To call using: Do the following: Handset Dial the number and press Talk/Flash...
DRAFT Adjusting call volume Handset Headset Press up or down to adjust call volume Press up (towards the indicator light) or when you are using your handset, down (towards the microphone) to adjust speakerphone, or headset. call volume when you are using your headset.
DRAFT Ending calls To end a call, press either of the following buttons: Handset Headset Press for 1 second. Press End. Locating the headset from the handset You can determine whether your headset is within 33 feet of your handset. On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
Once the headset and mobile phone are paired, you can use the headset with both the Calisto and your mobile phone. You need to pair the headset with your mobile phone only once. Before you begin, make sure your mobile phone is Bluetooth compatible.
DRAFT When the mobile phone detects the headset, select Calisto PLT from the list of found devices. When the mobile phone prompts you for a passcode, enter “0000” on the mobile phone keypad as shown. Your headset is now paired...
DRAFT Receiving calls using your headset Press for 1 second TIP: You can use the headset to answer a second incoming call; see “Receiving a second incoming call” on page 18. Adjusting call volume using your headset Press up or down to adjust call volume when you are using your headset (do not press inward).
DRAFT Using the Phonebook You can store 3 numbers apiece for up to 200 contacts in your Calisto’s phonebook. You can add entries manually, add them by saving from an incoming or outgoing call, or transfer them from your ®...
DRAFT – Press Edit (right soft key). – Highlight the number you want to use as the speed dial key, and press Save (right soft key). TIP: If you enter a speed dial key number that is already being used for another number, the new number overwrites the old number for that key.
DRAFT Edit the contact information following steps 4–11 in “Adding a contact manually” on page 14. TIP: There are several ways to delete a character in an entry: 1) Press BackSp (left soft key) to delete the preceding character; 2) press and hold BackSp (left soft key) to delete an entire line;...
DRAFT Calling Features: Basics Caller ID If your home phone calling plan includes the caller ID feature, this feature is supported on your Calisto handset. Incoming caller numbers appear on the handset screen. Speakerphone Press Speakerphone once to answer a call with the built-in speakerphone, or to transfer a call from the handset or headset to the speakerphone.
While you are on a landline or mobile call, the headset emits 3 beeps to inform you that there is a second incoming landline or mobile call. Since the Calisto phone does not control your mobile phone, you cannot toggle back and forth between landline (or VoIP) and mobile calls.
DRAFT Muting a call While on a call, press Mute (left soft key) Connected Connected on the handset, or select the option to mute a Peter Smith Peter Smith 00:09 00:09 04:04 04:04 call on your mobile phone. There is no mute Mute Mute PhoneBK...
DRAFT Viewing and editing the Call Log The Call Log lists the last 25 missed, dialed, and answered calls. You can quickly save phone numbers to your phonebook from the Call Log. On the main screen, press Call Log (right soft key). Use the navigator to highlight the category of calls (All, Missed, Dialed, or Answered) you want to view or edit, and press...
DRAFT Table 1: Headset button functions Function Button Action Indicator Light Sounds Turn headset Press and hold for Flashes blue 4 increasing 2 seconds every 10 seconds beeps Turn headset Press and hold for Glows solid red 4 decreasing 4 seconds for 4 seconds beeps Answer/end...
DRAFT Table 3: Handset screen icons Icon Meaning Action You have new voicemail If set up as a speed dial, messages press and hold 1 retrieve messages (see “Checking voicemail” on page 27) ; otherwise, dial your voicemail number and press Talk/Flash Battery is fully charged Battery is partially charged...
DRAFT Settings Adjusting the ringer volume On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key). Use the navigator to highlight Settings, and press Select (right soft key). Highlight Ringer Vol/Off, and press Select (right soft key). Press Up or Down on the navigator to adjust the volume.
DRAFT Highlight Ringtones, and press Select (right soft key).Press Up or Down the navigator to highlight a ringtone. A preview of the sound plays. Press Save (right soft key). TIP: You can also assign a ringtone to a specific contact. See “Adding a contact manually” on page 14. Adjusting the screen brightness On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
DRAFT – 12h: Press Left or Right on the navigator to change the time format from a 12-hour clock to a 24-hour clock and back. Press Save (right soft key). Setting the default language On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
DRAFT Switching between tone dialing and pulse dialing By default, your Calisto Pro uses tone dialing. You can switch to pulse dialing if you are in an area that requires it. On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
DRAFT Voicemail You must have voicemail service set up with your phone provider to use the voicemail feature on your Calisto Pro. Setting up voicemail On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key). Use the navigator to highlight Initial Setup, and press Select (right soft key).
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DRAFT Using the Handset with the Charging Base Locating the handset from the charging base Press the handset locator button on the charging base. The handset rings. After you have located the headset, press End stop the ringing. Press here Note: The handset will not ring if the battery has run out of charge...
Using a Different Headset Pairing with a new headset You Calisto handset can be used with other Plantronics Bluetooth headsets. You can pair only one headset at a time with the Calisto handset. On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
DRAFT Troubleshooting Problem Solution Handset is not working. Make sure the battery is properly installed and fully charged. A full charge my take up to 15 hours. The screen displays a full battery icon and the words “Charging Done” when the battery is fully charged.
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Calisto Pro. Download the latest version of your VoIP software. Make sure Calisto is selected as the audio device in the options on your VoIP software and that it is not muted.
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DRAFT There is no dial tone. Check the phone line connection from the base to the wall phone line jack to make sure they are properly connected. Plug another working phone into the same jack. If there is still no dial tone, check with your phone service provider for assistance.
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USB cable. working. Make sure you have the latest version of the Outlook Phonebook Utility software. Make sure the Outlook Utility software recognizes your Calisto Pro by showing it is connected at the lower left of the screen. Page 43...
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DRAFT The voicemail indicator Voicemail is not set up properly. See “Setting up icon is not working. voicemail” on page 27 for setup instructions. Your voicemail service provider is having issues. Contact the provider. You need to subscribe to voicemail service to use this feature.
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DRAFT Product Specifications Headset specifications 6.5 hours* • Battery Life/Talk Time: Up to 8 hours* • Standby Time: Approximately 240 hours** Up to 3 hours • Charge Time: 2 hours • Power Requirements: 5V DC–300 mA • Battery Type: Lithium Ion Polymer •...
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Visit our Web site at www.plantronics.com/support for technical support including frequently asked questions, compatibility, and accessibility information. For additional assistance, reference the QuickTips card that is placed under the charging base or call 1-888-237-557 to speak to a Calisto support specialist. Page 46...
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FCC Declaration of Conformity Plantronics, Inc. 345 Encinal St. Santa Cruz, CA 95060 declares that this cordless phone complies with 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules as Class B digital devices.
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DRAFT Canadian Compliance This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement This cordless phone complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA).
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If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Plantronics, Inc. at 1-800-544-4660. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment from the network until the problem is solved.
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We may use functionally equivalent reconditioned/refurbished/remanufactured/ pre-owned or new products or parts. • To obtain service in the U.S., contact Plantronics at (800) 544- 4660 ext. 5538. • THIS IS PLANTRONICS’ COMPLETE WARRANTY FOR THE PRODUCTS.
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DRAFT ™ Calisto Pro Series Home phone with multi-function ® Bluetooth headset Incoming Call John Smith 123-456-7890 Ignore Answer User Guide...
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DRAFT With the Calisto Pro Series, you get maximum flexibility for handling all of your calls: • Make and answer landline and VoIP calls using either the handset, the built-in speakerphone, or the wireless headset. • Use the headset with other devices enabled with Bluetooth ®...
DRAFT Setting basic options ....... . . 36 Viewing the current status screen ..... . . 37 Using the Handset with the Charging Base .
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DRAFT Contents When you open the package, the battery, cables, and adapter can be found in the compartment beneath the Calisto charging base. Product & Accessories Documentation Charging base QuickStart Guide QuickTips (stored under base) Handset/Phone Headset Handset/Phone battery Handset/Phone battery...
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DRAFT Components HANDSET For descriptions of these icons, see page 22. Incoming Call John Smith 123-456-7890 Ignore Answer Soft keys Menu navigation (to select screen options) OK button Talk/Flash button Call end button Voicemail speed dial Keypad Keypad lock Handset button Speakerphone button (illuminated when (illuminated when...
• Discontinue use of product and contact Plantronics if the product overheats, has a damaged cord or plug, if the product has been dropped or damaged, or if the product has come into contact with liquids.
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DRAFT Setup For complete setup instructions, see the QuickStart Guide. Step 2 Connect the charging base and the cables. Install the handset battery. Charge the headset and Step 1 Step 3 handset. Handset: Charge for up to 15 hours before first use. When fully charged, screen displays “Charging Done.”...
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DRAFT Changing the battery If your handset battery does not keep a charge, you can replace the battery. Using the tip of a pen, press the notch at the bottom of the handset battery cover to remove the cover. Remove the old battery from the compartment. Place the new battery into battery compartment.
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DRAFT Powering the Headset On and Off You must turn on the headset before first use and anytime after it has been powered off. Powering your headset on Press and hold for 2 seconds until the indicator light flashes blue every 10 seconds or you hear 4 ascending beeps Powering your headset off Press and hold the Headset...
DRAFT Using Your Headset with Your Handset TIP: When using your handset and headset, the headset must be within 33 feet of the handset, and the handset must be within 300 feet of the charging base. Placing calls To call using: Do the following: Handset Dial the number and press Talk/Flash...
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DRAFT Adjusting call volume Handset Headset Press up or down to adjust call volume Press up (towards the indicator light) or when you are using your handset, down (towards the microphone) to adjust speakerphone, or headset. call volume when you are using your headset.
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DRAFT Ending calls To end a call, press either of the following buttons: Handset Headset Press for 1 second. Press End. Locating the headset from the handset You can determine whether your headset is within 33 feet of your handset. On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
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Once the headset and mobile phone are paired, you can use the headset with both the Calisto and your mobile phone. You need to pair the headset with your mobile phone only once. Before you begin, make sure your mobile phone is Bluetooth compatible.
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DRAFT When the mobile phone detects the headset, select Calisto PLT from the list of found devices. When the mobile phone prompts you for a passcode, enter “0000” on the mobile phone keypad as shown. Your headset is now paired...
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DRAFT Receiving calls using your headset Press for 1 second TIP: You can use the headset to answer a second incoming call; see “Receiving a second incoming call” on page 18. Adjusting call volume using your headset Press up or down to adjust call volume when you are using your headset (do not press inward).
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DRAFT Ending calls using your headset Press for 1 second Page 13...
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DRAFT Using the Phonebook You can store 3 numbers apiece for up to 200 contacts in your Calisto’s phonebook. You can add entries manually, add them by saving from an incoming or outgoing call, or transfer them from your ®...
DRAFT – Press Edit (right soft key). – Highlight the number you want to use as the speed dial key, and press Save (right soft key). TIP: If you enter a speed dial key number that is already being used for another number, the new number overwrites the old number for that key.
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DRAFT Edit the contact information following steps 4–11 in “Adding a contact manually” on page 14. TIP: There are several ways to delete a character in an entry: 1) Press BackSp (left soft key) to delete the preceding character; 2) press and hold BackSp (left soft key) to delete an entire line;...
DRAFT Calling Features: Basics Caller ID If your home phone calling plan includes the caller ID feature, this feature is supported on your Calisto handset. Incoming caller numbers appear on the handset screen. Speakerphone Press Speakerphone once to answer a call with the built-in speakerphone, or to transfer a call from the handset or headset to the speakerphone.
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While you are on a landline or mobile call, the headset emits 3 beeps to inform you that there is a second incoming landline or mobile call. Since the Calisto phone does not control your mobile phone, you cannot toggle back and forth between landline (or VoIP) and mobile calls.
DRAFT Muting a call While on a call, press Mute (left soft key) Connected Connected on the handset, or select the option to mute a Peter Smith Peter Smith 00:09 00:09 04:04 04:04 call on your mobile phone. There is no mute Mute Mute PhoneBK...
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DRAFT Viewing and editing the Call Log The Call Log lists the last 25 missed, dialed, and answered calls. You can quickly save phone numbers to your phonebook from the Call Log. On the main screen, press Call Log (right soft key). Use the navigator to highlight the category of calls (All, Missed, Dialed, or Answered) you want to view or edit, and press...
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DRAFT Table 1: Headset button functions Function Button Action Indicator Light Sounds Turn headset Press and hold for Flashes blue 4 increasing 2 seconds every 10 seconds beeps Turn headset Press and hold for Glows solid red 4 decreasing 4 seconds for 4 seconds beeps Answer/end...
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DRAFT Table 3: Handset screen icons Icon Meaning Action You have new voicemail If set up as a speed dial, messages press and hold 1 retrieve messages (see “Checking voicemail” on page 27) ; otherwise, dial your voicemail number and press Talk/Flash Battery is fully charged Battery is partially charged...
DRAFT Settings Adjusting the ringer volume On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key). Use the navigator to highlight Settings, and press Select (right soft key). Highlight Ringer Vol/Off, and press Select (right soft key). Press Up or Down on the navigator to adjust the volume.
DRAFT Highlight Ringtones, and press Select (right soft key).Press Up or Down the navigator to highlight a ringtone. A preview of the sound plays. Press Save (right soft key). TIP: You can also assign a ringtone to a specific contact. See “Adding a contact manually” on page 14. Adjusting the screen brightness On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
DRAFT – 12h: Press Left or Right on the navigator to change the time format from a 12-hour clock to a 24-hour clock and back. Press Save (right soft key). Setting the default language On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
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DRAFT Switching between tone dialing and pulse dialing By default, your Calisto Pro uses tone dialing. You can switch to pulse dialing if you are in an area that requires it. On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
DRAFT Voicemail You must have voicemail service set up with your phone provider to use the voicemail feature on your Calisto Pro. Setting up voicemail On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key). Use the navigator to highlight Initial Setup, and press Select (right soft key).
DRAFT Transferring Contacts from Your Computer The Calisto Pro Series has a USB port and software CD that lets you transfer contacts from your computer’s Microsoft Outlook program to the Phonebook on your handset. To use this feature, you must first install the software from the Calisto Pro Series CD.
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The smaller end of the cable goes into the base; the larger end goes into a USB port on your computer. Click the Calisto Phonebook icon on your computer. The Plantronics Phonebook Editor screen shows the list of contacts currently in your Calisto phonebook.
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Outlook and your Calisto phonebook. New contacts are automatically marked for transfer to your Calisto phonebook. Do either of the following: – To mark additional contacts for transfer, click in the column to the left of the contact name.
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DRAFT Phonebook storage Your Calisto phonebook can store 200 names, with 3 phone numbers for each contact. If the contacts you are trying to transfer will cause your phonebook to exceed 200 names, a message appears prompting you to delete some contacts. Do either of the following: •...
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DRAFT Editing an Outlook contact On the Plantronics Phonebook Editor screen, click inside the cell of the contact information (name, phone number, and so on) you want to edit. Enter the updated information, and press Enter. Page 32...
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DRAFT Deleting an Outlook contact On the Plantronics Phonebook Editor screen, highlight the row containing the contact you want to delete. On your computer keyboard, press Delete. Restoring your phonebook On the Plantronics Phonebook Editor screen, click Restore Phonebook. Click OK to confirm that you want to overwrite the current contacts and go back to the phonebook entries stored on the handset before you transferred the contacts.
DRAFT Answering Calls from Your Computer’s VoIP Program You can use your Calisto Pro to answer VoIP calls from your computer. To use this feature, you must first install the software from the Calisto Pro Series CD. Plantronics PerSonoCall VoIP Utility software provides the link between your Calisto Pro and the VoIP software on your computer.
PerSonoCall, as follows: Calisto Pro not detected. Calisto Pro connected. Calisto Pro connected, and call is active. Calisto Pro connected, and call is locked on. Page 35...
Show warning is Calisto radio link is left on for a long time: Check this box to see an alert is the Calisto Pro radio link is left on for more than 30 minutes. Launch Audio Device Control Panel: Click this link to open the audio device control panel, where you can adjust your audio settings for Calisto Pro.
To view the current status screen right-click the PerSonoCall system tray icon and select Options. Note: Some PerSonoCall features are not applicable to the Calisto Pro. These options are grayed out on the screen. Headset Status Box: Provides information you may need for technical assistance.
DRAFT Using the Handset with the Charging Base Locating the handset from the charging base Press the handset locator button on the charging base. The handset rings. After you have located the headset, press End stop the ringing. Press here Note: The handset will not ring if the battery has run out of charge...
Using a Different Headset Pairing with a new headset You Calisto handset can be used with other Plantronics Bluetooth headsets. You can pair only one headset at a time with the Calisto handset. On the main screen, press Menu (left soft key).
DRAFT Troubleshooting Problem Solution Handset is not working. Make sure the battery is properly installed and fully charged. A full charge my take up to 15 hours. The screen displays a full battery icon and the words “Charging Done” when the battery is fully charged.
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Calisto Pro. Download the latest version of your VoIP software. Make sure Calisto is selected as the audio device in the options on your VoIP software and that it is not muted.
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DRAFT There is no dial tone. Check the phone line connection from the base to the wall phone line jack to make sure they are properly connected. Plug another working phone into the same jack. If there is still no dial tone, check with your phone service provider for assistance.
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USB cable. working. Make sure you have the latest version of the Outlook Phonebook Utility software. Make sure the Outlook Utility software recognizes your Calisto Pro by showing it is connected at the lower left of the screen. Page 43...
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DRAFT The voicemail indicator Voicemail is not set up properly. See “Setting up icon is not working. voicemail” on page 27 for setup instructions. Your voicemail service provider is having issues. Contact the provider. You need to subscribe to voicemail service to use this feature.
DRAFT Product Specifications Headset specifications 6.5 hours* • Battery Life/Talk Time: Up to 8 hours* • Standby Time: Approximately 240 hours** Up to 3 hours • Charge Time: 2 hours • Power Requirements: 5V DC–300 mA • Battery Type: Lithium Ion Polymer •...
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Visit our Web site at www.plantronics.com/support for technical support including frequently asked questions, compatibility, and accessibility information. For additional assistance, reference the QuickTips card that is placed under the charging base or call 1-888-237-557 to speak to a Calisto support specialist. Page 46...
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FCC Declaration of Conformity Plantronics, Inc. 345 Encinal St. Santa Cruz, CA 95060 declares that this cordless phone complies with 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules as Class B digital devices.
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DRAFT Canadian Compliance This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement This cordless phone complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA).
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If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Plantronics, Inc. at 1-800-544-4660. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment from the network until the problem is solved.
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We may use functionally equivalent reconditioned/refurbished/remanufactured/ pre-owned or new products or parts. • To obtain service in the U.S., contact Plantronics at (800) 544- 4660 ext. 5538. • THIS IS PLANTRONICS’ COMPLETE WARRANTY FOR THE PRODUCTS.
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