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5.8 ghz dual handset call waiting caller id cordless telephone system

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• Press the Caller ID/vol (+) to scroll through the call records from the oldest to
6. Press the mem button to save the name.The display shows ENTERTEL NUMBR.
the newest.
7. Use the touch-tone pad to enter the telephone number you want to store (up to
24 digits).
Transferring Caller ID Records in Memory
8. Press mem again to store the number.You will hear a confirmation tone.
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (in standby mode).
NOTE: If you make a mistake press the del/chan button to backspace and erase
2. Press the Caller ID/vol (- or +) button to scroll to the desired caller ID.
the wrong character(s) or number(s).
3. Press the mem button.
Changing a Stored Number
4. Press a number key (0 - 9) to store the number in that memory location.You will hear
a confirmation tone.
1. Repeat steps 1 through 7 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
NOTE: It is important that you format the caller ID records correctly before storing
2. Press the mem button, and REPLACE MEMO? shows in the display.
in memory. It is not possible to re-format caller ID records stored in memory.
3. Press the mem button to store the number.You will hear a confirmation tone.
To Replace an Old Memory With a New
Storing a Redial Number
CID Record:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
1. Repeat steps 1 through 3 inTransferring Caller ID Records in Memory. After you
2. Press the redial button.
enter the memory location, REPLACE MEMO? shows in the display.
3. Press the mem button to store the number.You will hear a confirmation tone.
2. Press the mem button again, and the new CID record replaces the old memory in
To replace an old number with a new redial number:
that location.You will hear a confirmation tone.
1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
Deleting the Current CID Record
2. Press the redial button.
3. Press the mem button, and REPLACE MEMO? shows in the display.
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not inTALK mode).
4. Press the mem button again to replace the old number with the new number.You
2. Use the Caller ID/vol (- or +) button to scroll to the desired record.
will hear a confirmation tone.
3. Press del/chan.The display shows DELETE CALL ID?
Dialing a Stored Number
4. Press del/chan again to erase the record and the next Caller ID record shows in the
display.You will hear a confirmation tone.
1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the talk/end/call back button.
2. Press the mem button.
Deleting All CID Records
3. Press the memory location (0-9).The number dials automatically.
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not inTALK mode).
- OR -
2. Use the Caller ID/vol (- or +) button to display any Caller ID record.
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not inTALK mode).
3. Press and hold the del/chan button until DELETE ALL? shows in the display.
2. Press the mem button.
4. Press del/chan again to erase all records.You will hear a confirmation tone.The
3. Use the touch-tone pad or the Caller ID/vol (- or +) button to scroll to the number you
display shows NO CALLS.
want to dial.
Dialing a Caller ID Number
4. Press talk/end/call back.The number dials automatically.
Inserting a Pause in the Dialing Sequence of a
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not inTALK mode).
2. Use the Caller ID/vol (- or +) button to display the desired record.
Stored Number
3. Press talk/end/call back.The number dials automatically.
If a pause is needed to wait for a dial or access tone, press the #pause button to insert
Changing the Telephone Number Format
a delay in dialing sequence of a stored number (for example, after you dial 9 for an
outside line, or to wait for a computer access tone.) pause shows in the display as a P,
The format/mute button lets you change the format of the displayed telephone number.
and each pause counts as one digit in the dialing sequence.
The available formats are as follows.
Reviewing and Deleting Stored Numbers
7-digit
7-digit telephone number.
10-digit
3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number.
1. To review stored numbers, press the mem button, and use the Caller ID/vol (- or +)
11-digit
long distance code 1 + 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number.
button to scroll to the memory location, or press the corresponding number key for
a desired memory location (0-9).
1. Use the Caller ID/vol (- or +) button to scroll to the number you want to call back.
2. When the data shows in the display, press the del/chan button.The display
2. Press talk/end/call back.The number dials automatically.
shows DELETE?
NOTE: If the telephone number cannot be dialed, press the format/mute
3. Press del/chan again to delete the data.The display shows DELETED.
button to adjust the number, and try again.
Chain Dialing from Memory
Memory
Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers, such as calling
card calls to a frequently called long distance number. Each part of the sequence is
Each handset can store up to ten 24-digit numbers with up to 15-character names in
memory for quick dialing.This memory feature is in addition to the CID memory log,
dialed from memory.The following example shows you how to use chain dialing to
which stores up to 40 CID records in each handset.
make a call through a long distance service
Storing a Name and Number in Memory
The Number For
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not inTALK mode).
Long distance access number
2. Press the mem button.
Authorization code
3. Press the desired memory location (0 through 9) or use Caller ID/vol (+ or -) to scroll
Frequently called long distance number
to the desired memory location.
1. Make sure the phone is ON (inTALK mode).
NOTE: If the memory location is occupied, the memory location number and its
contents show in the display.
2. Press mem and then press 7.
3. When you hear the access tone, press mem and then press 8.
4. Press the mem button again. The display shows ENTER NAME.
4. At the next access tone, press mem and then 9.
NOTE: If you don't want to enter the name, skip step 5.
TIP: Wait for the access tones before pressing the next memory button, or your
5. Use the touch-tone pad on the handset to enter the name (up to 15 characters) and
call might not go through.
press the mem button to save. More than one letter is stored in each of the number
keys. For example, to enter the name Bill Smith, press the 2 key twice for the letter
B. Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Press the 5 key 3 times for the letter L. Wait
for one second. Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L. Press the 1 key to
insert a space between the L and the S. Press the 7 key 4 times for the letter S; press
the 6 key once for the letter M; press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I; press the 8 key
for the letterT; press the 4 key twice for the letter H.
Headset and Belt Clip Operation
ConnectinganOptionalHeadsettotheHandset
For hands free operation:
1. Remove the rubber cap covering the
Headset jack
headset jack.
2. Connect the headset to the headset jack on the
Headset plug
handset.The handset receiver is disabled when
the headset is connected.
3. Adjust the headset to rest comfortably on top
of your head and over your ear. Move the
microphone to approximately two to three
inches from your mouth.
4. Press the talk/end/call back button on the
handset to answer a call or make calls with
the headset.
5. To return to normal operation, unplug the
headset from the jack.
Slots for belt clip
Attaching the Belt Clip
To attach the belt clip, insert the sides of the belt clip into the slots on
each side of the handset. Snap the ends of the belt clip into place.
Changing the Battery
Make sure the telephone is OFF (not inTALK mode) before you
replace battery.
1. Remove the battery compartment door.
2. Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack and remove the
battery pack from the handset.
3. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord to the jack inside
the battery compartment.
4. Put the battery compartment door back on.
5. Place handset in the base to charge.
Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 16 hours)
prior to first use or when you install a new battery pack. If you
do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will
be compromised.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the
battery listed in the instruction book.
Battery Safety Precautions
• Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type,
toxic materials could be released which can cause injury.
• To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the
User's Guide.
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
• Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.
NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your
ATLINKS USA, Inc. product indicates that we are
participating in a program to collect and recycle Nickel
Cadmium batteries throughout the United States.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information or contact
Memory Location
your local recycling center.
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Display Messages
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The following messages show the status of the phone or help you set up and use
your phone.
INCOMPLETE
Caller information is interrupted during transmission or
DATA
the phone line is excessively noisy.
ENTER NAME
Prompt telling you to enter a name for one of the 10
memory locations.
DELETE ALL?
Prompt asking if you want to erase all Caller ID records.
DELETE CALL ID? Prompt asking if you want to erase the current Caller ID record that
is shown on the display.
DELETED
Prompt confirming a CID record is erased.
DELETE?
Prompt asking if you want to erase one of the 10 numbers stored in
.The other handset is in use.
the phone's outgoing memory.
.This handset needs to be reset by placing in the main charge cradle for 20 seconds.
No dial tone
END OF LIST
Indicates there is no additional information in the Caller ID
memory log.
• Check or repeat installation steps
• Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical outlet.
NEW
Indicates call or calls have not been reviewed.
• Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the base unit and the modular
phone jack?
UNKNOWN
The incoming call is from an area not serviced by Caller ID or
NAME/CALLER/
caller information is not sent.
• Disconnect the base from the wall phone jack and connect another phone to the
NUMBER
same jack. If there is no dial tone on the second phone, the problem might be your
wiring or local service.
PAGING
Someone is paging the handset from the base.
• The handset might be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base.
BLOCKED CALL
Caller information is blocked from transmission.
• Make sure the battery is properly charged (for 16 hours).
• Ensure the battery pack is installed correctly.
BLOCKED
Caller name and number is blocked from transmission.
• Did the handset beep when you pressed the talk/end/call back button? Did the in use
NAME/NUMBER
indicator come on?The battery may need to be charged.
Handset does not ring
REPT
Repeat call message. Indicates that a new call from the same
number was received more than once.
• Make sure the RINGER switch on the handset is turned to ON.
• You may have too many extension phones on your line.Try unplugging
NO DATA
No Caller ID information was received.
some phones.
EMPTY
Indicates a memory location is vacant.
• See solutions for "No dial tone" .
Charge/in use indicator on the base flashes
NO CALLS
Indicates no calls have been received.
• Provided your phone company offers voice messaging service and you subscribe
to it, the charge/in use indicator on the base flashes when the phone is not in use to
MESSAGE
Indicates a message is available.
indicate there is a message waiting. It stops flashing after the message has
WAITING
been reviewed.
LOW BATTERY
Indicates the handset battery is low and needs charging.
You experience static, noise, or fading in and out
• Change channels
UNABLE TO DIAL
Indicates the CID or memory contents cannot be dialed.
• The handset maybe out of range. Move closer to the base.
UNAVAILABLE
Indicates the handset is out of range.
• Relocate the base.
Or the other handset is in use.
• Charge the battery.
Or there has been a base power failure, in which case you must
• Make sure base is not plugged into an electrical outlet with another
place both handsets on the main base cradle for 20 seconds to
household appliance.
re-register.
Unit beeps
UNABLE TO
Indicates the CID or memory contents cannot be stored.
• Place handset in base cradle for 20 seconds to reset the security code. If that doesn't
STORE
work, charge the battery for 16 hours.
PRESS TALK KEY
Indicates the CID number is a Directory Dial Number (DDN) and
• See solutions for No dial tone.
cannot be formatted.
• Replace the battery.
Memory dialing
PLEASE REGISTER Indicates the handset needs to be registered before use.
• Make sure you correctly program the memory location keys.
TRANSFERRING
Indicates the call is being transferred from one handset to another.
• Make sure you follow the proper dialing sequence.
Handset Sound Signals
• You must reprogram numbers into memory after a power outage or
battery replacement?
Signal
Meaning
Out of range
A long warbling tone
Signals an incoming call
• Move closer to the base.
(with ringer on)
• Reset the battery. Unplug the battery and plug it in again after five seconds.
Three short beeps
Page signal
• Reset the power adaptor. Unplug the adaptor and plug it in again after five seconds.
(several times)
Causes of Poor Reception
One beep every 7 seconds
Low battery warning
• Aluminum siding.
Troubleshooting Tips
• Foil backing on insulation.
• Heating ducts and other metal construction can shield radio signals.
Caller ID Solutions
• You're too close to appliances such as microwaves, stoves, computers, etc.
No display
• Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms.
• Fully charge (for 16 hours) or replace the battery.
• Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of the house.
• If you are using AC (electrical) power, make sure that the unit is connected to a non-
switched electrical outlet. Unplug the AC power converter from the unit and plug it
• Base is plugged into an AC outlet with other electronic devices.
back in.
• Baby monitor is using the same frequency.
• To see Caller ID information in your display, you must be subscribed to Caller ID
• Handset battery is low.
service through your local telephone company.
• You're out of range of the base.
Caller ID incomplete
General Product Care
• The unit displays this message if it detects anything other than valid Caller ID
information during the silent period after the first ring.This message indicates the
To keep your telephone working and looking good, follow these guidelines:
presence of noise on the line.
• Avoid putting the phone near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical
Telephone Solutions
noise (for example, motors or fluorescent lamps).
Handset can not link.
• DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture.
• If any handsets become inoperable, place it on the main base cradle for 20 seconds
• Avoid dropping and other rough treatment to the phone.
to re-register.
• Clean with a soft cloth.
Handset shows UNAVAILABLE
• Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damage
Limited Warranty
the finish.
• Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a later date.
What your warranty covers:
• Defects in materials or workmanship.
Service
For how long after your purchase:
• One year, from date of purchase.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information,
please contact customer service at 1-800-448-0329. If the equipment is causing harm to
(The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from
the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the
date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.)
equipment until the problem is resolved.
What we will do:
This product may be serviced only by the manufacturer or its authorized service agents.
• Provide you with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit.The exchange unit is
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ATLINKS USA, Inc. could void the
under warranty for the remainder of the original product's warranty period.
user's authority to operate this product. For instructions on how to obtain service, refer
How you get service:
to the warranty included in this guide or call customer service at 1-800-448-0329.
• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided
Or refer inquiries to:
with the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
Manager, Consumer Relations
• "Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence
P O Box 1976
that the product is within the warranty period, must be presented to obtain warranty
service. " For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required. Also print your name
Indianapolis, IN 46206
and address and a description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent
Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot down the date this
to:
product was purchased or received as a gift.This information will be valuable if service
should be required during the warranty period.
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
c/o Thomson Inc.
Purchase date ________________________________________________
11721 B Alameda Ave.
Socorro,Texas 79927
Name of store ________________________________________________
• Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by
the warranty.
Interference Information
• Insure your shipment for loss or damage. ATLINKS accepts no liability in case of
damage or loss.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference; and (2)
• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
What your warranty does not cover:
cause undesired operation.
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual provides information regarding
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
operating instructions and user controls. Any additional information, should be
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to
obtained from your dealer.)
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
• Installation and setup service adjustments.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
• Batteries.
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
occur in a particular installation.
• Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
• Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Product Registration:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television
that is receiving the interference).
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit. It
will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary.The return of the card
• Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications
is not required for warranty coverage.
equipment and receiving antenna.
Limitation of Warranty:
• Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE ISTHE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLETOTHIS
that to which the receiving antenna is connected.
PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL
If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal
PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION
Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, "HowTo Identify and
GIVEN BY ATLINKS USA, INC., ITS AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A
Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems. " This booklet is available from the U.S.
GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASETHE SCOPE OFTHIS WARRANTY.
Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock number 004-
• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDERTHIS WARRANTY ISTHE
000-00345-4 when ordering copies.
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OFTHE CONSUMER. ATLINKS USA, INC. SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROMTHE
USE OFTHIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY ONTHIS PRODUCT.THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND
LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BYTHE LAWS OFTHE STATE OF INDIANA.
EXCEPTTOTHE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ONTHIS PRODUCT IS LIMITEDTOTHE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET
Accessory Information
FORTH ABOVE.
How state law relates to this warranty:
DESCRIPTION
MODEL NO.
• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential
Belt Clip
5-2692
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above
Headset
5-2425 (black)
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
Replacement Battery
5-2548
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights
that vary from state to state.
AC Power adaptor
5-2501 (black)
Extra charger
5-2686
If you purchased your product outside the USA:
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
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and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.
Items are subject to availability.
*Prices are subject to change without notice.

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