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Owner’s Manual, this unit will provide you with years of trouble-free service. XACT is committed to providing quality products that fit your needs. We would like to have any comments or suggestions you might have on this product. You may mail your comments to:...
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Special Features CALLER ID SYSTEM Multi-Function Large LCD Screen - Shows the number you are dialing, and with Caller ID service (available through subscription from your local telephone company), displays information about the caller before you answer the call. Name and Number DIRECTORY - Stores up to 40 names and numbers so that you can call them with a single key stroke. Caller List - Available with Caller ID service.
HANDSET Controls HANDSET Controls 1. HANDSET ANTENNA 2. LCD Screen: Shows call information, phone status, prompts, and DIRECTORY items. 3. SCROLL UP-DOWN, SHIFT LEFT-RIGHT Button: Press to move around the large LCD Screen. 4. TALK Button: Press to answer an incoming call or to place a call. Press to end a call. TALK 5.
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HANDSET Controls 15. TELEPHONE KEYPAD Buttons: Allows you to make a call depending on pressed button. (For TELEPHONE OPER KEYPAD characters, see page 27 .) 16. DIAL 1+/# Button: (DIAL 1+) Press and hold down to place a long distance call. (Automatically adds the number 1 at the beginning of the displayed telephone number.) 17.
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BASE UNIT Controls 1. TONE/PULSE Select Switch 1. TONE/PULSE SELECT SWITCH 2. POWER-IN CONNECTION JACK Pg. 6, 31 3. TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION JACK 2. POWER-IN 4. ANTENNA CONNECTION JACK 5. CHARGE TERMINALS: For charging the HANDSET Pg. 5 BATTERY PACK. For best performance, clean the CHARGE 3.
Contents Safety Instructions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 Getting Started ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5 Desk Mounting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 8 Wall Mounting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Cordless Telephone Operation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 Preparing for Use ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 NO LINE Indicator --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 Receiving Calls ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11 Placing Calls ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 Headset Feature ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13 Redial Feature -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13 Caller ID System Operation ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14...
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Contents Saving in the DIRECTORY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18 PREFERRED CALLS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 18 BLOCKED CALLS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18 Editing a Name and Number in the DIRECTORY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 19 Editing the Number in the DIRECTORY before Dialing ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20 Placing Calls from the DIRECTORY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21 Deleting All Records in the DIRECTORY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21 Selective Deleting in the DIRECTORY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21 Function Operation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22...
Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury, always follow these basic safety precautions when using your cordless telephone equipment. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone. 3.
1. Use only the following type and size of BATTERY PACK: Cordless Telephone BATTERY PACK 3.6V, 600mAh XACT Communication Ni-MH BATTERY PACK: Model B655 (See page 29 for ordering information.) 2. Do not dispose of the BATTERY PACK in a fire. The BATTERY PACK may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
Getting Started Connecting Your Phone This section is a reference guide to the basic functions and operations of your cordless telephone. For more detailed descriptions of the operations and features of this telephone, refer to the Contents on page 1. 1.
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Getting Started BASE UNIT BASE UNIT ANTENNA TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION JACK TONE/PULSE SELECT SWITCH TELEPHONE JACK 120V WALL OUTLET POWER-IN CONNECTION TELEPHONE JACK LINE CORD AC ADAPTER 7. Install the BATTERY PACK by plugging it into the BATTERY CONNECTOR inside the BATTERY COMPARTMENT.
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HANDSET. 12. Set the date and time. (See page 23 for details.) You are now ready to use your new XACT Cordless Telephone. IMPORTANT In order to utilize the Caller ID feature, you must subscribe to Caller ID service...
Desk Mounting Desk Mounting One of the special features of your telephone is the unique design of the MOUNTING BRACKET which can hold your phone at an angle when desk mounting or wall mounting. With the back of the BASE UNIT facing up, insert the hooks of the MOUNTING BRACKET into the slots of the BASE UNIT (as shown in Figure 2).
Wall Mounting Wall Mounting You may choose to put the BASE UNIT of your cordless telephone on a wall. 1. With the back of the BASE UNIT facing up, insert the hooks of the MOUNTING BRACKET into the matching slots on the back of the BASE UNIT (positioning the mounting bracket as shown in Figure 1.) 2.
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Wall Mounting IMPORTANT: A “beep” will be heard when the HANDSET is properly positioned in the BASE UNIT CHARGE CRADLE and charging. Securely positioning the HANDSET in the BASE UNIT will also prevent the HANDSET from falling.
Cordless Telephone Operation Preparing for Use Before you can use your cordless telephone, you must charge the HANDSET for 12 hours. Failure to do so will require recharging of the BATTERY PACK more often. 1. Place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT for 12 hours. 2.
Cordless Telephone Operation NOTE: 1. The Call Timer will start to count once you press the button. TALK 2. The LCD Screen emits light for 5 seconds every time you press any button on the HANDSET. 3. When “CALLS” appears on the LCD Screen, it means that the HANDSET is OFF-HOOK (connected to the telephone line). Minute CALLS Seconds...
Cordless Telephone Operation Headset Feature Your telephone can utilize a headset (not included) to be connected to your HANDSET for you to enjoy hands-free communication. Pull out the HEADSET JACK COVER, then insert the small plug at the end of the headset into the HEADSET JACK at the left side of the HANDSET. Follow the procedures discussed in “Receiving Calls”...
Caller ID System Operation Caller ID System This telephone automatically displays an incoming caller’s name and telephone number together with the date and time of the call. It records up to 80 calls and stores the data in Memory. IMPORTANT: You must subscribe to the Caller ID service from your local telephone company to utilize this feature. Viewing Caller Information During Incoming Calls 1.
Caller ID System Operation Call Waiting When you subscribe to a Call Waiting service from your local telephone company, this telephone will display the name and number of the second caller while you are having a conversation with your first caller. 1.
Caller ID System Operation Viewing the Caller List 1. Press the SCROLL DOWN button to view from the latest Caller ID record, or press the SCROLL UP button to view from the first Caller ID record, press the SHIFT RIGHT button if the name has more than 11 characters.
Caller ID System Operation Saving the Name and Number in the Caller List into the DIRECTORY 1. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to find the Caller ID record. 2. Press and hold down the button. The LCD Screen will show “SAVED”. RE/PA SAVE NOTE: It is not advisable to save a telephone number without the corresponding name.
Caller ID System Operation Speed Viewing the DIRECTORY 1. Press the button. 2. Enter the first letter of a name. (See Page 27 for detail of entering a letter.) 3. Press the SCROLL UP button to view all names with the same first letter. Saving in the DIRECTORY 1.
Caller ID System Operation Editing a Name and Number in the DIRECTORY 1. Press the button. The LCD Screen will display “DIRECTORY”. 2. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to find the record you want to edit. MICHAEL BROW 6 0 4 - 5 5 5 - 1 2 1 2 TOTAL 3.
Caller ID System Operation Editing the Number in the DIRECTORY before Dialing 1. Press the button. The LCD Screen will display “DIRECTORY”. 2. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to find the caller. 3. Press the button to edit the name. EDIT 4.
Caller ID System Operation Placing Calls from the DIRECTORY 1. Press the button. The LCD Screen will display “DIRECTORY”. 2. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to find the record you want to call. 3. Press and hold down the DIAL 7 button for a local call, or press and hold down the DIAL 10 button for a local OPER...
Caller ID System Operation Function Operation You can change the settings on the HANDSET through the functions menu. This unit contains the following special functions: A. LANGUAGE F. PBX NUMBER B. SILENT ON/OFF G. FLASH TIME C. TIME SET H. PAUSE TIME D.
Caller ID System Operation A. Language This telephone offers English, Spanish, and French languages for your convenience. 1. Press the button. FUNC VOICE MAIL 2. Press the TELEPHONE KEYPAD button. 3. Press the button. EDIT 4. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to select the language you desire.
Caller ID System Operation 5. Press and hold down the button. RE/PA SAVE 6. Press the button to return to STANDBY mode. FUNC VOICE MAIL NOTE: The date and time will automatically set, if you have subscribed to the Caller ID service from your local telephone company.
Caller ID System Operation 3. Press the button. EDIT 4. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button. (OFF is the preset PBX number.) PBX MODE OFF - set for direct line access. 5. Press and hold down the button. RE/PA SAVE 6.
Caller ID System Operation I. Voice Mail This telephone enables you to store the Voice Mail Access Code number in your area. This will automatically connect you to the Voice Mail service provider with one-touch dialing. 1. Press the button. FUNC VOICE MAIL 2.
Caller ID System Operation Telephone Keypad Characters The TELEPHONE KEYPAD buttons are used to enter characters when KEYPAD OPER CHARACTERS BUTTONS entering names. Press the appropriate TELEPHONE KEYPAD button to get the right characters. SPACE & ’ ( ) * . 1 A B C 2 EXAMPLE: D E F 3...
Security Security System Your cordless telephone uses a digital coding security system to prevent unauthorized use of your telephone line by another nearby cordless telephone. The system has its own identifying signal created by microcomputers in both the BASE UNIT and the HANDSET.
2. A “beep” will be heard when the HANDSET is This BATTERY PACK is available through: properly positioned in the BASE UNIT XACT Communication Service Center CHARGE CRADLE and charging. Securely 105 Madison Avenue positioning the HANDSET, KEYPAD face up, in...
CAUTION TO REDUCE RISK OF PLUG FIRE OR INJURY, USE ONLY SAME TYPE AND MAKE OF BATTERY PACK, Ni-Mh 3.6V, 600mAh, XACT MODEL B655 FOR 2.4 GHz HANDSET BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER IMPORTANT In order to get maximum life from the HANDSET BATTERY PACK, be sure to...
Problem Solving Problem Solving Section For your assistance, we have listed below a few common problems. Phone does not work, check the following: 1. BASE UNIT is plugged into a power source. 2. HANDSET is charged. 3. TONE/PULSE Select switch is in the right position. 4.
Technical Information Technical Information This cordless telephone uses radio frequencies to allow mobility. There are certain difficulties in using radio frequencies with a cordless telephone. While these are normal, the following could affect the operation of your system. Noise Electrical pulse noise is present in most homes at one time or another. This noise is most intense during electrical storms. Certain kinds of electrical equipment such as light dimmers, fluorescent bulbs, motors, and fans also generate noise pulses.
FCC Requirements Federal Communications Commission Requirements This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. A label on the BASE UNIT of the equipment contains, among other information, the ACTA Product Number and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company.
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FCC Requirements Federal Communications Commission Requirements (continued) NOTE: 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
XACT Communication disclaims any implied warranty, including the warranty of merchantability and the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose, as of the date of 90 days from your original purchase of the telephone. XACT Communication assumes no responsibility for any special, incidental, or consequential damages.
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7137 Southlake Parkway Morrow, GA 30260 NOTE: A telephone product received which was not made for XACT Communication or which is not defective as determined by our test procedures will not be repaired and will be returned to you C.O.D., freight collect.
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IMPORTANT In order to get maximum life from the HANDSET BATTERY PACK, be sure to charge the HANDSET for 12 hours before initial use. IMPORTANT Placing your BASE UNIT near appliances such as televisions, refrigerators, radios, or microwave ovens may cause interference. IMPORTANT When you hear interference, press the button to change the operating...
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