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Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the
following:
1.
Read and understand all instructions.
2.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4.
Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen
sink, or swimming pool).
5.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product
may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
6.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided
for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not
be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or
heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation
where proper ventilation is not provided.
7.
This product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
8.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product
where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
9.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.
10.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product.
Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors may
expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling
can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
11.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the
risk of fire or electric shock.
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Page 1: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. -
Page 2: Save These Instructions
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and contact customer support under the following conditions: A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction The 20-2432 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4GHz frequency range. This manual is designed to familiarize you with the 20-2432 cordless telephone. We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone. MENU DRIVEN DISPLAYS The 20-2432 Handset and Base feature a user-friendly display, making it easy to access the many features of this cordless system. -
Page 4: Parts Check List
Parts Check List Battery Base Unit Belt Clip Handset Owner's Manual AC Power Adapter Telephone Cords... -
Page 5: The Handset Layout
The Handset Layout Antenna LCD Display Message Waiting Indicator 10. Select/OK Earpiece 11. Off (Clear) Headset Jack (2.5mm) 12. Line 2 (Flash) Scroll Keys 13. Battery Compartment(back of Handset) Line 1 (Flash) 14. Billed Services Key Dialing Keys (0-9,*,#) 15. Intercom/Transfer Key Handsfree Speakerphone 16. -
Page 6: The Base Unit Layout
The Base Unit Layout Message Waiting Indicator 15. LCD Display (Line1,Line2) 16. Scroll Keys Spare Battery Indicator 17. Select Key Charge Indicator 18. Clear Key Charging Contacts 19. Volume Keys Auto Callback Key 20. Intercom/Transfer Key 3-Way Calling Key 21. Mute Key Repeat Dialing Key 22. -
Page 7: Setup
Setup Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the back of the base unit. Connecting to the telephone lines Your 2-Line 20-2432 will work fine even if you only have one telephone line. We recommend connecting the modular telephone cord to the jack labeled LINE 1 / L1 + L2, located on the bottom of the Base Unit. -
Page 8: Installation Of Battery Pack In Handset
Installation of Battery Pack in Handset Follow the steps below: Remove the battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward. Place the new battery pack in the handset with the metal contacts aligned with the charge contacts in the battery compartment. Replace the battery cover by sliding it upwards. -
Page 9: Charging Of Handset Battery Pack
Charging Of Handset Battery Pack Charging Of Handset Battery Pack The Handset of your 20-2432 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in the Base Unit. You should charge the battery pack for 12 hours when you first receive your phone. -
Page 10: Dial Tone
Dial Tone Checking for Dial Tone After the battery is charged press a LINE key on the Handset. PHONE ON will appear on the Handset display, and you will hear dial tone. If not, see In Case of Difficulty. Tone/Pulse Selection See SELECT TONE/PULSE AT THE BASE UNIT for details. -
Page 11: Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function
Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function The 20-2432 uses the spare battery charger in the Base Unit to provide operational backup in the event of a power failure. With a fully charged battery pack in the spare battery charger, you will still be able to place and receive calls from the Handset for up to one hour. -
Page 12: Handset And Base Indicators
Handset and Base Indicators Handset and Base Icons Icon Description Line In Use indicator On steady when the Handset is in use. Intercom indicator On steady when the Base and the Handset are in intercom mode. Battery indicator (Handset only) Cycles (Low, Medium, and High) when Handset battery is charging. - Page 13 Handset and Base Indicators Handset LEDs Description • Flash to indicate that you have new messages in your Message voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your local Waiting telephone company. Base LEDs Description • Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your Line 1Message voicemail.
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Page 14: Soft Menu Functions
Soft Menu Functions The 20-2432 has an advanced design that uses a menu structure and soft keys to access all of the built-in features. Example of the idle mode display: RDL (Redial) Press RDL to display the last 5 telephone numbers dialed. The number on the top line is the most recent number dialed. - Page 15 Call History (Caller ID) NOTES ABOUT CALLER ID & CALL WAITING CALLER ID These are subscription services, provided by most regional telephone service providers. You must subscribe to these services to get the benefits of these features. If you do not subscribe to Caller ID services, you can still use your 20-2432 and the other features it offers.
- Page 16 Call History (Caller ID) To dial the displayed number, press the • desired LINE key (or HANDSFREE) on the Handset or SPEAKERPHONE on the Base. • If you need to dial the number differently than how it is displayed, press MENU. DIAL OPTION is highlighted.
- Page 17 Handset and Base Settings SAVE TO MEMORY To save a displayed Caller ID record into the directory, press MENU. Scroll to SAVE TO MEM 7. Press OK. -OR- With the CID record displayed, press 7. The record has been stored in the directory.
- Page 18 Handset and Base Settings LOW BATT TONE (Handset only) Select this option to turn the Low Battery warning tone On or Off. Press the OFF or ON soft keys, to make your selection. Press OK to confirm your selection and return to the Handset Settings menu. When set to ON, the Handset will emit a warning tone when a Low Battery condition is detected.
- Page 19 Handset and Base Settings ENHANCED MODE Your 20-2432 has an enhanced feature, designed to improve sound quality and range. If you are using your 20-2432 in an area with interference, the Enhanced Mode feature can help to improve both the sound quality and operating range.
- Page 20 Handset and Base Settings Scroll to RENAME, then press SET. · · Using the dialing keys, enter the desired name. A guide to the letters and characters can be found in the section entitled Memory. The softkey will move the cursor to the right. Press MORE to give you the DEL (delete) and SPACE options.
- Page 21 Memory Memory The Base and the Handset can store up to 50 names/numbers in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters for the name. When prompted to ENTER NAME, use the digit keys to spell the name. Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order: Characters (in order) Number Key...
- Page 22 Memory To Store a Number/Name: • Starting from the idle screen, enter the number you want to store in memory. If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to backspace. • Be sure to include long distance codes and pauses, (using the Pause softkey) if necessary.
- Page 23 Memory To Search For and Dial a Number/Name: • Starting from the idle screen, press the MEM softkey to review memory contents. • Using the softkeys scroll through the memory contents in alphabetical order. • Or, you can press the FIND softkey, enter the first few chararcters of the name and then press FIND to search.
- Page 24 Memory • Press the DEL softkey. The Handset or the Base will display: • To delete this record, press THIS. • To delete all records, press ALL. To confirm the deletion of ALL records, press YES. To exit without deleting, press NO. To Edit a Number/Name •...
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Page 25: Handset And Base Operation
Handset and Base Operation Making Calls From the Handset • Press a LINE key (or, HANDSFREE to use the Handset Speakerphone feature). Dial the phone number. • - OR - • Dial the phone number first; then press a LINE key (or HANDSFREE). From the Base Unit Just like the Handset, you can either •... - Page 26 Handset and Base Operation ERASE Press RDL. Scroll to the desired phone number, press SELECT, then press ERASE. SAVE Press RDL. Scroll to the desired phone number, press SELECT, then press SAVE. You'll then be prompted to ENTER NAME. Use the keypad to enter the letters of the name.
- Page 27 Handset and Base Operation If the Base is active on one line when the idle line rings, you will hear a special alert tone, signifying an inbound call. This alert is designed to minimize disruption of the call in progress. You can then: •...
- Page 28 Handset and Base Operation How to adjust the Handset Volume ( also applies to the Handset Speakerphone) NOTE: The Handset must be IN USE to adjust the volume • Press the VOL key, located directly below the lower left corner of the display.
- Page 29 Handset and Base Operation Highlight the desired destination of your intercom then press OK. Your screen will display CALLING HANDSET 1, CALLING BASE, or PERFORMING GLOBAL PAGE. The recipient's screen will display INTERCOM FROM HANDSET_, INTERCOM FROM BASE or GLOBAL CALL FROM HANDSET_, or GLOBAL CALL FROM BASE.
- Page 30 Handset and Base Operation Switching from the Handset Earpiece to Handsfree While on a call using the Handset earpiece, press HANDSFREE on the lower left portion of the Handset. To return to the Handset earpiece, press HANDSFREE again. Base Speakerphone Operation The Base of your 20-2432 is equipped with a duplex Speakerphone.
- Page 31 Handset and Base Operation Message Waiting Indication The 20-2432 is compatible with optional voicemail service provided by some local telephone companies. If you subscribe to this service, and you have new, unplayed messages in your voicemail, a Visual Message Waiting Indicator (VMWI) signal is transmitted by your local telephone company.
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Page 32: Belt Clip
If you choose to use the Headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with the 20-2432. Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the 20-2432 Handset. Connect the plug on the Headset cord to the jack(under a small rubber flag) on the cordless Handset. - Page 33 Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your 20-2432 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet.
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Page 34: In Case Of Difficulty
In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call Customer Service at 1-800-733-2355. The Phone Doesn't Work At All • Make sure the Power Cord is plugged in. •... - Page 35 In Case Of Difficulty You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company. You Hear Noise In The Handset, And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work •...
- Page 36 Custom Pay-Per-Use(PPU) Features Press BILLED SERVICES on the Handset, or the 3 dedicated keys on the Base Unit to access the following features: AUTO CALLBACK 3-WAY CALLING REPEAT DIALING AUTO CALLBACK dials the last party who called you, whether or not you answer the call.
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Page 37: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty The Manufacturer's Limited Warranty, to the original purchaser only, the mate- rial and workmanship of this product for ONE YEAR from the date of purchase. The manufacturer will repair or replace, at our option, this product without charge should it fail due to a defect in material or workmanship within that time period. -
Page 38: Fcc And Ic Regulations
FCC and IC Regulations This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Com- mission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. - Page 39 FCC and IC Regulations 1. Product identifier and REN information The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, an identifier indicating product approval and the Ringer Equiva- lence Number (REN). This information must be provided to your local telephone company upon request.
- Page 40 FCC and IC Regulations 6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, fire department and emergency medical service telephone num- bers in these locations. If you do, please keep three things in mind: a We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the direc- tory card, so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing feature doesn’t work.
- Page 41 FCC and IC Regulations Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. Caution : Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as...
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Page 42: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL WEIGHT Crystal controlled Handset : 122 grams PLL synthesizer Base : 598 grams (excluding battery pack) TRANSMIT FREQUENCY POWER REQUIREMENTS 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz Handset : 800mAh NiCd Battery Pack RECEIVE FREQUENCY or 1500mAh NiMH Battery Pack 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz CHANNELS... - Page 43 91-005415-040-000 ISSUE 0...
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Page 44: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents Important Safety Instructions To Search For and Dial a Number/Name Introduction To Delete a Number/ Parts Check List Name The Handset Layout To Edit a Number/Name The Base Unit Layout 25. Advanced Operations Getting Started Handset and Base Operation Setup Making Calls Installation of Battery Pack in...