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Telstra 7300 & 7300a Digital DECT Cordless Telephone /Integrated Answering Machine User Guide If you have any problems with your phone, refer to the Help section of this User Guide or call TecHelp on 1300 369 193.
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Need help? Introduction to your Telstra 7300 & 7300a Digital DECT Cordless If you have any problems setting up or using your Telstra 7300/7300a, contact TecHelp on 1300 369 193 Telephone / Integrated Answering Machine or email: tcpsupport@ingrammicro.com.au Alternatively, you may fi nd the answer in the ‘Help’ section at the back of this guide. •...
In this guide In this guide Getting started Using the phone Phonebook Handset settings Ringer melody Location Make a call Store a number Ringer volume Setting up Preparatory dialling Entering names Handset tones on/off Set the day and time End a call Dial/view a number Handset name To change the time or date format...
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In this guide In this guide Calling Number Display Using the answering machine (7300a only) 56 Set/change remote access security PIN Caller information not available Operating your answering machine Date and time from another phone Calls list Operating the answering machine from Switch answering machine on remotely View/dial a number the base...
Getting started Getting started 2. Remove the battery compartment cover and insert the 2 x AAA NiMH batteries supplied into the Location handset, ensuring the + and -ends of the battery match up with the markings inside the battery You need to place your Telstra 7300/7300a base within 2 metres of a mains power and telephone socket compartment.
Getting started Getting started Set the day and time Signal strength SIGNAL symbol on your handset screen indicates when you are in range. If you have more than one handset registered to your base, you only need to set the date and time on Searching When you are out of range, the symbol fl...
Getting started Getting started Under no circumstances use non rechargeable batteries. Only use NiMH rechargeable batteries with When the handset is fully charged the display shows the symbol. a capacity of 600mAh or higher. Using inappropriate batteries will invalidate your guarantee and 4.
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Getting started Getting started 4. Thread the power cord from the power supply through the L-shaped opening of the wall bracket and 5. Align the holes on the bottom of the telephone base with the lugs on the front of the wall bracket. out through the bottom of the bracket.
Getting to know your phone Getting to know your phone button 12. Down/Phonebook Handset buttons Press and hold to switch the ringer on/off, page Press to access the Phonebook, page 32. Use to scroll down through a menu or list. 1.
Getting to know your phone Getting to know your phone Handset display icons 7300 Base unit These are the symbols you will 1. Page button see on your handset’s display. Press to page the handset(s) page 29. UP/DOWN TEXT MESSAGE (SMS) When scrolling through the Accessing text messaging Keypad lock on...
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Getting to know your phone Getting to know your phone 7300a Base unit 7. Answer On/off button To turn your answering machine on or off, page 1 Skip < button To skip back when listening to your messages, page 57. 8.
Getting to know your phone Getting to know your phone Navigating the menus Handset menu map Your Telstra 7300/7300a handset features an easy SMS messages Answering Machine Calls List Setup base to use menu system. Have a look at the menu - Write message map on the next page.
Using the phone Using the phone If you have subscribed to Telstra’s Calling Number Display service, your caller’s number will also be shown. If the number is Make a call Withheld private (eg blocked calls) the display will show . If an exact number match is found in the Phonebook, the name will be displayed instead of the number.
Using the phone Using the phone Answer a call in handsfree Redial Your Telstra 7300/7300a stores the details of the last 10 calls made into a redial list. Stored redial When the phone rings: numbers can be up to 20 digits long. 1.
Using the phone Using the phone To delete a number from the redial list 1. Press and hold for 1.5 seconds until the icon is displayed. 1. Press , to open the main menu. 2. To unlock the keypad, press and hold again.
Using the phone Using the phone Transferring calls Switching a handset off If using a Telstra 7300/7300a multi handset pack, you can transfer an external call to another handset. 1. Press then until the display shows Switch off. and the display shows Switch off?, pressing 1.
Phonebook Phonebook Writing tips You can store up to 50 numbers in the Phonebook of each of your Telstra 7300/7300a handsets for quick If you make a mistake, press to delete the last character or digit. and easy dialling. Numbers can be up to 20 digits long. Phonebook entries are stored alphabetically. Press repeatedly to enter the following: SPACE 1 ¤...
Phonebook Phonebook Edit a Phonebook entry Delete Phonebook 1. Press to open the Phonebook. The first entry is displayed. 1. Press to open the Phonebook. The first entry is displayed. to display Delete list and press 2. Press to scroll through the Phonebook to the entry you want. 2.
Text messaging (SMS) Text Messaging (SMS) Send/save text messages Your Telstra 7300/7300a can send and receive text messages (SMS – Short Messaging Service). With text , SMS messages will be displayed. 1. Press messaging you can send & receive text messages up to 160 characters long. , Write message is displayed.
Text messaging (SMS) Text messaging (SMS) Receiving and reading text messages Delete a list When you receive new text messages, you will hear the message alert beep and the display will show , SMS messages will be displayed, press 1. Press New SMS msg.
Text messaging (SMS) Text messaging (SMS) Send Message SMS Service Centre numbers Press to view the phone number, then either to send or to edit. To send and receive SMS text messages you need the phone number of the Telstra SMS Service Centre. If you accidentally delete the Send or Receive SMS Service Centre numbers you will need to re-enter Edit them in order for your SMS Service to work.
Handset settings Handset settings Handset tones on/off Ringer melody Your Telstra 7300/7300a has a series of tones designed to alert you to certain situations. A tone will There are 6 different ringer melodies to choose from. sound: when the battery is low; when you move out of range of the base and there is no coverage; to 1.
Handset settings Handset settings Registering handsets 5. Use to display the handset number you wish to de-register, then press 6. Deregister? will be displayed, press again to confirm. If you have purchased a Telstra 7300/7300a multi handset pack, the handsets in these packs are already pre-registered to the main base.
Base settings Base settings Change PIN code Ringer volume Your System PIN can help prevent unauthorised users from changing the settings on your phone. to Setup base and press 1. Press , scroll 1. Press to open the main menu. 2.
Base settings Calling Number Display Restore default settings If you subscribe to Telstra’s Calling Number Display service, you can see your caller’s number on your You can reset your Telstra 7300/7300a base to its default (original) settings. handset display prior to answering the call. 1.
Calling Number Display Calling Number Display View/dial a number Delete a number 1. Press , to open the main menu. 1. Press , to open the main menu. to display Calls list and press to display Calls list and press 2.
Telstra Network Features Telstra Network Features MessageBank® By pressing the Telstra button on the handset your Telstra 7300/7300a gives you easy access to a range If you are a Telstra Home Messages 101® or MessageBank® user, its now even easier to retrieve your of pre-stored Telstra Calling Features.
Telstra Network Features Telstra Network Features Call Waiting Delete a service Call Waiting lets you know if another person is trying to contact you while you are on a call. If a second 1. Press then scroll to the service you want and press caller rings you will hear a beep in the handset.
Using the answering machine (7300a only) Using the answering machine (7300a only) Operating the answering machine from the base You can operate your Telstra 7300a answering machine from: Switch on/off • the base 1. Press • the handset • remotely from any external tone dialling telephone. Playing messages The default setting for the answering machine is ON.
Using the answering machine (7300a only) Using the answering machine (7300a only) Switch on/off Record your own outgoing message to scroll to Ans. Machine menu and press 1. Press To record a new Answer Only message you must fi rst set up your answering machine to Answer Only, see page 58. Similarly, to Ans.
Using the answering machine (7300a only) Using the answering machine (7300a only) Reinstate pre-recorded outgoing message Answer delay Answer delay sets the number of rings before your Telstra 7300a answering machine picks up a call. This will delete your own recorded outgoing message. The default setting is 6 rings.
Using the answering machine (7300a only) Using the answering machine (7300a only) During playback: Memory full Stop/Play press If a caller is leaving a message when the memory becomes full your machine will announce, “Memory full thank you for calling” and hang up. The machine will also automatically set to Answer Only, the Repeat current message press base indicator will flash F and the handset display will show Ans.
Using the answering machine (7300a only) Using the answering machine (7300a only) Operating your answering machine from another phone. Switch answering machine on remotely 1. Dial your phone number. When you hear your outgoing message, press the button. You will If you forget to switch on your answering machine, you can do it from another phone.
Help Help Handset is not charging properly If you experience any problems, please call TecHelp on 1300 369 193 or email: • Make sure the handset is placed properly on the base/charger. When charging, the battery symbol is tcpsupport@ingrammicro.com.au shown filling up. •...
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Help Help Possible problems with text messaging Cannot receive text • You will not be able to receive text messages until you have first sent a message. The first message Text messages cannot be sent and screen displays Msg Failed sent registers you with the text service.
General information General information Environmental PABX compatibility • Radio signals transmitted between the handset Safety This telephone may be connected to most types • Do not expose to direct sunlight. and base may cause interference to hearing • The Telstra 7300/7300a digital cordless of PABX, however in the event of any difficulties, •...
Customer service & Product warranty Customer service & Product warranty b) Your product is suitably packaged; and Enter your base PIN here: IMPORTANT and similar State and Territory laws (Statutory c) You have included all components from the Rights). Please retain this booklet with your sales receipt original purchase.
Wall mounting template Wall mounted spacing Ensure there is sufficient space allowed for mounting the phone before drilling holes. See page 13 and follow mounting instructions. Caution: Ensure there is no risk of damaging any pipes or wiring that may Drill two holes 3 mm be behind the wall.
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