AT&T E2116 User Manual page 3

e) If the battery is not already charged, place the handset in its base and allow to charge for 10 -
12 hours (or over-night). After that, be sure to place the handset in its base when not in use to
ensure maximum daily performance.
2. If the phone will not be used for long periods of time, remove the battery to prevent possible
leakage.
NOTE: Install the base unit away from electronic equipment, such as personal computers,
television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture.
Low Battery Indication: If the battery power becomes low, a low-battery icon will be shown at
the lower left corner of handset display. The handset will beep until you place the handset in the
charger. When in standby mode, the low-battery display is shown:
Battery Care and Maintenance
• The maximum standby time on a fully charged battery is six days. Average talk time on a fully
charged battery is five hours.
• The battery needs charging when:
— A new battery is installed in the handset.
— The phone beeps twice every five seconds.
— The screen displays BATTERY LOW and the low battery icon.
• Place the handset in its base so the CHARGING light turns on. The battery is typically fully
charged in 12 hours.
• You can keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to its base after each use.
• If you repeatedly get a low battery indicator, even after charging overnight, the battery should
be replaced. Use only AT&T batteries.
C A U T I O N !
Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with
the instructions and limitations specified in the user's manual.
Connecting to Phone LineBefore connecting to the phone, make sure to properly charge the battery for at
least 10 - 12 hours.Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the base unit. Plug
the other end of this cord into the wall jack.
Check for Dial Tone
After the battery is charged, pick up the handset and press PHONE/FLASH. You should hear a
dial tone.
Set Date and Time
If you subscribe to caller ID service, the date and time will be set automatically with the first
incoming call. If you do not have caller ID service, you can set the date and time manually:
• Press PROG on the handset.
• Press or until DATE/TIME is displayed. Press SELECT.
• The month is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct month. Press
SELECT.
• The day is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct day.
Press SELECT.
• The hour is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct
SELECT.
• The minute is flashing. Press
SELECT.
•AMor PM is flashing. Press
Wall Mounting
The wall mount bracket is designed for use on standard wall mount plates only.
1. Run the power and telephone line cords through the slots in the bracket, connecting them to
the jacks located on the underside of the base.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. If the battery has not been previously charged,
place the handset in the base, and allow it to charge for 10-12 hours (or overnight).
or until the screen displays the correct minute. Press
or to choose between AM or PM.Press SELECT.
hour. Press