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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
5.8 GHz
Cordless Telephone
with Caller ID & Visual
Call Waiting with Digital
Answering Machine
manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd
The picture above depicts the dual handset model PM5855
Important
Charge the handset battery for 12 continuous hours prior to first use.
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PM5851
PM5855
Dual Handset
PM5857
Triple Handset
PM580
5
Expansion Handset
2006/9/7
19:02:07
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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL PM5851 5.8 GHz Cordless Telephone PM5855 Dual Handset with Caller ID & Visual PM5857 Triple Handset Call Waiting with Digital PM580 Expansion Handset Answering Machine The picture above depicts the dual handset model PM5855 Important Charge the handset battery for 12 continuous hours prior to first use.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
(For Multi-handset version and expansion handset version) ..... 3 Ringer switch ..................... 3 Pre-dialing ....................4 Changing the pre-dial number ..............4 Redialing ....................4 Fast redialing .................... 4 FLASH key ....................4 CH (Channel)/DEL key ................4 manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:08... - Page 3 Menu Options .................... 3 View the menu options ................4 Set the announcement on/off ..............5 Record the announce only message ............5 Set the ring delay ..................5 Set the time....................6 Hear the current time ................. 6 manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:08...
- Page 4 MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY ..............41 The exclamation point within the triangle is a warning sign alerting you of important instructions accompanying the product. PhoneMate and the PhoneMate logo are registered trademarks of PhoneMate Corporation and are used under License from PhoneMate Corporation. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd...
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Page 5: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of this PhoneMate cordless telephone. Your PhoneMate 5.8 GHz cordless telephone is a fine-quality home communica- tions product. It is carefully designed and produced by a world leader of con- sumer and industrial electronic equipment. With proper maintenance and care, it will provide you with years of enjoyment and convenience. -
Page 6: Getting Started
Typical devices that may use the 5.8 GHz frequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems, and some long-range cordless telephone systems. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:11... -
Page 7: Battery Setup
It is normal for the handset and base to get warm when the handset is charging in the base. Caution: Use only the PhoneMate AC adaptor that is supplied with this phone. Using another AC adaptor may damage the phone. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd... -
Page 8: Telephone Line Connection
Note: • After a power failure occurs or battery replacement, both handsets will need to be re-registered. To re-register, follow the same registration process as above. • If the handset’s battery becomes very low, the handset must be recharged for 12 hours and re-registered to the main base unit. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:13... -
Page 9: Names And Controls
5. CH (channel)/DEL key 6. FLASH/PROG (program) key 14. CID/VOL (volume) up/down key 15. Keypad (0-9) 7. Charging contacts 8. Incoming call/in use LED 16. * TONE/EXIT key 17. # PAUSE key 9. Earpiece 10. LCD screen 18. Microphone manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:14... - Page 10 3. TIME: time display 9. ANNOUNCE: outgoing message 4. MENU: display menu / confirm volume decrease / 5. Microphone increase; select up / down Charger (For Multi-handset version and expansion handset version) 1. Handset Cradle 2. Charge LED manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:15...
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Page 11: Initial Programming
2. Press FLASH/PROG repeatedly until “ 1TONE 2 PULSE ” shows on screen. 3. Press CID/VOL , or press the number keys 1-2 to select TONE or PULSE. 4. Press FLASH/PROG to store selection. You will hear a confirmation tone. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:16... -
Page 12: Resetting To Default
TALK key. Either handset 1 or handset 2 can answer the call at once. (for PM5855) 2. Press TALK to end your call. Note: If you replace the handset to the base cradle or charger cradle (for PM5855), the handset automatically hangs up. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:16... -
Page 13: Making A Call
2. Press TALK on the other handset to get the call. Note: During call transfer, if there is no further action within 2 minutes on both handsets, the call will end. Ringer switch The RINGER switch must be on for the handset to ring during incoming calls. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:17... -
Page 14: Pre-Dialing
Tip: Do not use TALK to activate custom calling services such as Call Waiting, or you will hang up the phone. CH (Channel)/DEL key While talking, you might need to manually change the channel to get rid of static. Press the CH/DEL key to switch to a clear channel. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:18... -
Page 15: Tone Key
15 seconds. “LOW BATTERY” shows on screen. 2. If the battery is low and the phone is in STANDBY mode, the LED on handset will flash every 15 seconds, and “LOW BATTERY” shows on screen. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:18... -
Page 16: Voice Mail Indicator
The following information will display. Call No. Call Timer Telephone Number Caller Name To return to the first call, press FLASH/PROG again. IMPORTANT: To use these features you must subscribe to Caller ID with Call Waiting Service. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:18... -
Page 17: Caller Id List
Press MUTE/FORMAT once to add the area code (Note: The programmed area code must match the Caller ID area code). • Press MUTE/FORMAT again to add 1 plus the area code. • Press MUTE/FORMAT a third time to go back to the 7-digit number. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:19... -
Page 18: Storing Caller Id Entries In The Directory
3. While the entry is displayed, press CH/DEL. “DELETE?” shows on screen. 4. Press CH/DEL again to delete the entry. Confirmation tone sounds and LCD shows “DELETED” for 2 seconds. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:19... -
Page 19: Deleting All Entries
CH/DEL to delete previous digits one by one, then enter the correct digits. If you wish to add a pause, press PAUSE two times at the desired location. Be sure to press it twice, or you will enter a # (number sign) manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:20... -
Page 20: Storing A Number In The Directory
The selected telephone number and name show on screen. 4. While the entry is displayed, press CH/DEL to delete the entry. The screen shows “DELETE?” 5. Press CH/DEL again to delete the entry. “DELETED” shows on screen. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:20... -
Page 21: Chain Dialing From The Directory
If there are any messages in the mailboxes, the number of messages will be displayed. Play the messages from the mailboxes The digital answering machine can record messages in three separate mailboxes. Memo notes can also be recorded in the mailboxes. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:20... -
Page 22: Delete A Message
4. Press MENU to confirm the memo and to exit to standby mode. Note: The recording will stop automatically if the memory is full. When the memory is full the ring delay will default to 0 rings and the Announce Only function will be automatically activated. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:20... -
Page 23: Record An Announcement
The digital answering machine menu allows you to set the following: • Announce only • Ring delay • Remote access code • Time • Outgoing messages and • Voice memo in mailbox 1, 2 or 3 manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:21... -
Page 24: View The Menu Options
The menu options are: <MENU> Announce Only Answer and record Announce only Ring delay Toll Saver Remote Access code Time Record Outgoing Message Record Outgoing Message Record Mailbox Memo Record Mailbox Memo Record Mailbox 3 Memo manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:21... -
Page 25: Record The Announce Only Message
1. Press MENU and use to navigate to the ring delay submenu. The voice prompt will say “Set number of rings” and will show. 2. Press MENU to enter the sub-menu. The voice prompt will announce the current setting. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:22... -
Page 26: Set The Time
2. Press MENU, the voice prompt will announce the current code and the first 2 digits (‘00’ to ‘99’) of the code will show with one digit blinking. 3. Press to set the value of the blinking digit. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:22... -
Page 27: Remotely Access The Answering Machine
Note: If using a cell phone to remotely access the Digital Answering Machine, you may need to configure your cell phone’s dial tone duration. Please see I cannot access the Digital Answering Machine from a remote line page 35. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:22... -
Page 28: Changing The Battery
When power is off, you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone. After a power outage, place the handset in the base for about 20 seconds to reset the digital security code. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:23... -
Page 29: Headset Jack And Belt Clip
Flashes every 0.5 second Voice mail Flashes every second INCOMING CALL/IN USE LED on the handset Talking Lit steadily Paging Flashes every second Low battery Flashes every 5 seconds Incoming call Flashes in same pattern as telephone ring manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:23... -
Page 30: Lcd Screen Messages
Indicates that there is no additional information in Caller END OF LIST ID list. HANDSET This handset is handset 1 (For use with model PM5851). This handset is handset (For use with models PM5855 HANDSET and PM5857). -
Page 31: Sound Signals
Waiting Caller ID service is subscribed to and is functioning properly. • If you answer the call before the first ring has been completed, the Caller ID information may have not been completely received by your PhoneMate phone. • If you are using the additional handset(s) PM5855, try re-registering it to the PM5851 base as described in the manual. - Page 32 • When you press a button from the keypad, you should hear the confirmation "beep" from the PM5851 or PM5855, and also the tone or pulse (depending on your dialling method) that actually dials the number. Try dialling more slowly and ensure you hear both of these sounds. If not try pressing the same number again.
- Page 33 • Check the ringer volume controls; verify that the switch is not set to "Off". • Check that the AC power adapter is plugged into a working AC power outlet. • Check all telephone cord connections or try another wall jack. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:24...
- Page 34 5-10 seconds and then reconnect. Place the handset back on the base and then replug the AC adapter. • If you are using the additional handset(s) PM5855, try re-registering it to the PM5851 base as described in the manual. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7...
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Page 35: Maintenance
(for example, motors or fluorescent lamps). • Do not expose to direct sunlight or moisture. • Avoid dropping the phone, and other rough treatment to the phone. • Clean the phone with a soft cloth. manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:25... -
Page 36: Maximize Battery Performance
2. Then charge it for 12 continuous hours. 3. Repeat the above once more. As your PhoneMate PM5851, PM5857 and PM5855 products use a Ni-MH battery you are free to leave your handset in the base charger for as long as you like, without effecting the performance of the battery life. -
Page 37: Technical Information
Because radio frequencies are sus- including interference that may cause ceptible to this, you may on occasion undesired operation of the device. hear pulse noise through the handset. This is usually only a minor annoy- ance and should not be interpreted manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:25... - Page 38 Use only with specified fied connector assembly (telephone PHONEMATE power adaptor. extension cord). The customer should be aware that compliance with the NOTICE: This equipment meets the...
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Page 39: Fcc Statement
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Page 40: Consumer Information
[For products company may request that you approved after July 23, 2001, the disconnect the equipment until the REN for this product is part of the problem is resolved. product identifier that has the format manual-en-pm5851-re1.indd 2006/9/7 19:02:26... -
Page 41: Manufacturer's Warranty
Communications products This product purchased new, unused purchased in a used condition. in the USA and Canada through an c. Communications products authorized PhoneMate dealer are purchased from non PhoneMate warranted against manufacturing authorized dealer. defects in materials and workman- d. - Page 42 In no event shall PHONEMATE or any of its Authorized Dealers be liable for special or consequential damage arising from the use of this product.
- Page 43 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 19. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 20.Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
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