Safety precautions This DECT cordless telephone is designed for transmitting voice calls over the analogue telephone network. Any other use whatsoever is not permitted and is regarded as in violation of the provisions. The user manual with safety precautions is a part of the product package and must be passed on to the new owner on reselling.
Contents Your Avena 748/758 is designed for connection to the analogue telephone network. This telephone is available either with one handset (Avena 748/758) or as a set with two handsets and a charging bay (Avena 748/758 Duo). The Avena 758 offers the additional feature of an integrated digital answer machine.
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About the menus ……………………………………………………………………………21 Menu navigation …………………………………………………………………………21 Back to previous menu …………………………………………………………………21 End menu …………………………………………………………………………………21 Avena 758 base station with answer machine ……………………………………………22 Avena 748 base station ………………………………………………………………………23 Telephoning …………………………………………………………………………………24 Making an external call ………………………………………………………………………24 Call preparation …………………………………………………………………………24 Ending a call ……………………………………………………………………………24...
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Contents Group call (paging) …………………………………………………………………………27 Keypad lock …………………………………………………………………………………27 Internal calls …………………………………………………………………………………28 Internal enquiry call …………………………………………………………………………29 Brokering (switching between two calls) …………………………………………………30 Call transfer to another handset ……………………………………………………………30 Conference calls ………………………………………………………………………………31 External enquiry call …………………………………………………………………………31 Directory………………………………………………………………………………………32 Directory entries ………………………………………………………………………………32 Adding a new entry ……………………………………………………………………32 Tips for entering names/numbers ………………………………………………………32 Editing entries ……………………………………………………………………………33...
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Contents Audio …………………………………………………………………………………………37 Handset/base station ringer …………………………………………………………………37 Beeps …………………………………………………………………………………………38 Key beep …………………………………………………………………………………38 Range beep ………………………………………………………………………………38 Charging beep ……………………………………………………………………………38 Accu beep ………………………………………………………………………………38 Confirmation beep ………………………………………………………………………38 Family …………………………………………………………………………………………39 Direct call (baby call) …………………………………………………………………………39 Room monitoring (baby surveillance) ………………………………………………………40 Charges ………………………………………………………………………………………41 Cost of last call ………………………………………………………………………………41 Summary ………………………………………………………………………………………41 Settings ………………………………………………………………………………………41 Type of Display ……………………………………………………………………………41...
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Contents Call waiting …………………………………………………………………………………44 Activating/deactivating call waiting ……………………………………………………44 Accepting a waiting call …………………………………………………………………44 Anonymous call (Identification restriction) …………………………………………………45 Recall …………………………………………………………………………………………45 Call back on busy (Completion of Calls to Busy Subscriber/CCBS) …………………45 Auto Redial ………………………………………………………………………………46 Network answer machine (Voicebox) ………………………………………………………46 Provider ………………………………………………………………………………………47 SMS ……………………………………………………………………………………………48 SMS –...
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Contents Message playback ………………………………………………………………………54 Delete messages …………………………………………………………………………54 Listening over the handset ………………………………………………………………54 Recording a call …………………………………………………………………………55 Remaining time …………………………………………………………………………55 VIP number* ……………………………………………………………………………55 SMS notification* ………………………………………………………………………55 Operating the answer machine on the base station ………………………………………56 On/off ……………………………………………………………………………………56 Playing, repeating, deleting and skipping messages …………………………………56 Delete all listened messages ……………………………………………………………56 Listening over the base station …………………………………………………………56 Answer machine settings ……………………………………………………………………57...
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Contents Display ……………………………………………………………………………………59 • Wallpaper ………………………………………………………………………………59 • Menu color ……………………………………………………………………………59 • Font ……………………………………………………………………………………59 • Contrast ………………………………………………………………………………60 • Backlight ………………………………………………………………………………60 • Screen Saver ……………………………………………………………………………60 Keypad backlight …………………………………………………………………………60 Handset Name ……………………………………………………………………………60 Telephony ……………………………………………………………………………………61 Automatic DTMF …………………………………………………………………………61 Auto Talk …………………………………………………………………………………61 System PIN ……………………………………………………………………………………61 PBX ……………………………………………………………………………………………62 Repeater ………………………………………………………………………………………62 Eco Mode ……………………………………………………………………………………63...
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Contents Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………66 Reset …………………………………………………………………………………………66 Software version ……………………………………………………………………………66 Installation assistant General information ………………………………………………………………………67 Approval and conformity ……………………………………………………………………67 Warranty conditions …………………………………………………………………………67 Technical Data …………………………………………………………………………………68 Index …………………………………………………………………………………………69 Warranty Certificate ………………………………………………………………………73...
Introduction Swissvoice Your Avena 748/758 is fitted with the latest innovations in terms of reduction of electro- magnetic radiation (so called “electro-smog”) as well as electrical power consumption reduction. The Swissvoice includes three main features: Multi Handset Low Radiation Mode (Eco Mode) When in standby, the electromagnetic radiation is automatically shut down between the base station and the handset(s).
➭ 2 rechargeable batteries NiMH AAA 800 mAh Model No. GP80AAAHC ➭ 1 user manual ➭ 1 belt clip (mounted) Additional items for Avena 748/758 Duo ➭ Second handset ➭ 2 additional rechargeable batteries ➭ Charging bay (for the second handset) with power supply...
Setting up the telephone Location To obtain the best possible range, we recommend positioning the telephone in a location central to your sphere of activity. Avoid positioning the telephone in niches, recesses and behind steel doors. The maximum range between the base station and handset is approximately 50 meters indoors and 300 meters outdoors.
Setting up the telephone Setting up the base station or charging unit ➭ Do not expose the base station or charging unit to direct sunlight. ➭ Protect the base station or charging unit against moisture. Do not position the base station or charging unit in rooms exposed to condensation, corrosive steam or excessive dust.
Setting up the telephone The stand Inserting the stand 1. Lay the base station down on the table (front side down). 2. Insert the stand in the grooves ➀ of the base station and press it on lightly. 3. Make sure that the lower support tabs ➁...
Setting up the telephone Connecting the phone Before you can start using your telephone you must plug in the telephone connector cable and the mains cable. Note The cables must pass above the stand to assure the proper standing of the base station.
Setting up the telephone Setting up the handsets Your handsets will be ready for operation (for making or accepting calls) only once the batteries have been fully charged for the first time. Inserting the rechargeable batteries The bottom part of the handset contains a battery compartment for housing two type AAA batteries (microcells).
Setting up the telephone Charging the batteries The batteries are not yet charged when you first unpack the telephone. Insert the hand- set in the base station or charging unit for charging. The flashing battery symbol on the handset shows the charging status. The batteries will take around 14 hours to fully charge. Note •...
Setting up the telephone Note You can replace the handset in the charging/base station after every call. Charging is electronically controlled to ensure optimal charging of batteries in different charge states. Avoid removing the batteries from the handset for no good reason, since this affects the optimum charging cycle.
Getting to know your telephone Handset keys Earpiece Backlit display Navigation key Redial Internal call key Softkey (multifunctional key) Softkey (multifunctional key) Call list Message key Talk key “End call” key Alphanumerical keypad PQRS WXYZ Hash key Activating the key lock Enquiry key with Key “Write SMS Message”...
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Getting to know your telephone Softkeys (multifunctional keys) Right softkey: Choose menu options, confirms entries/settings. Left softkey: returns to previous menu step. Navigation key For scrolling up/down or right/left. In answer machine mode, message playback: right = skip forward, left = replay message; double click = skip back. Redial Open redial list.
Getting to know your telephone Handset display symbols The following symbols are displayed on your handset. Coverage symbol Battery full Reception displayed when the handset is Indicates that the batteries are fully charged. within range of the base station. Battery empty Flashes when out of range of the base station or not registered with the base station.
Getting to know your telephone About the menus Menu navigation In standby when pressing the softkey under MENU the display shows the menu “Directory” together with the corresponding symbol. Pressing the navigation key (up /down) will lead to the further available menus. The title of the selected menu appears together with the corresponding symbol.
Getting to know your telephone Avena 758 base station with answer machine Group call on handsets (paging) Switches the answer machine on or off Adjust loudspeaker volume Message Previous Delete counter/ Status indicator Playback/ Next Stop...
Telephoning Making an external call Press , wait for the dialling tone and dial the number. Call preparation First, enter the number. Press to dial the number. If you enter an incorrect number, you can: • delete it by pressing repeatedly the foxkey under •...
Telephoning Handsfree operation You can use the handsfree function to conduct calls without holding the handset in your hand and allow others present in the room to take part in the call. Activating handsfree before a call: 1. Press . The display shows .
Telephoning Redial The 15 last-dialled numbers are saved in a redial list. If a name and number are already stored in the directory, the name is shown instead of the number. Redialling a number from the list If the telephone is in standby mode: Press to open the redial list and press to scroll through the list.
Telephoning Sending SMS messages from the redial list* 1. Press the softkey under . Use to scroll through the list to find the entry you are seeking, and press the softkey under OPTIONS, WRITE MESSAGE. 2. Write and send your SMS message. Group call (paging) You can activate a group call to locate a mislaid handset.
Telephoning Internal calls You can call other handsets which are registered with your base station. This allows you to make internal calls free of charge. 1. Press , dial the relevant handset number and press OK to confirm. Pressing automatically dials the second handset if only two handsets are registered with the base station.
Telephoning Internal enquiry call You are conducting an external call and want to call an internal party without ending the external call. 1. Press 2. Dial the desired handset number and press OK to confirm. The external call is put on hold.
Telephoning Brokering (switching between two calls) You have two active calls (1 internal and 1 external), one of which is on hold. 1. Press the key or the softkey under OPTIONS, BROKERING to switch between the call partners. Press the softkey under OPTIONS, CONFERENCE to connect all three call partners with each other.
Telephoning Conference calls You have two active calls (1 internal and 1 external), one of which is on hold. 1. Press the softkey under OPTIONS, JOIN to connect all three call partners with each other. Each call partner can leave the conference call by pressing 2.
Directory You can store up to 200 names and numbers in the directory on each handset. Every entry contains a name and telephone number. Names can be up to 24 letters long and numbers up to 24 digits long. Directory entries Adding a new entry If the telephone is in standby mode: 1.
Directory Editing entries 1. Press the softkey under DIRECTORY. Use to scroll through the list to find the entry you are seeking, and press the softkey under OPTIONS. 2. Select EDIT ENTRY, modify the name and/or number and save the entry. Deleting directory entries/entire directory You can delete individual entries or the entire directory.
Directory Copying directory entries If you operate several handsets, you can copy entries from one handset to another. This way, you only have to enter names and numbers once. While you are copying entries from one handset to another, you can make external calls on another handset registered with the base station.
Calls list* If your network operator supports caller ID presentation* (CLIP), the caller’s number (if he did not not withheld his own number) is displayed before you accept the call. If you have received new calls, a message to this effect appears in the display. A list is kept of answered and unanswered calls.
Calls list* Saving numbers from the calls list to the directory 1. Press . Scroll through until you reach the entry you are seeking. 2. Press the softkey under OPTIONS, SAVE NUMBER . Enter the associated name and save the entry. Deleting individual entries 1.
Audio Procedure: AUDIO 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to ad press OK to confirm. 2. Scroll to the relevant submenu and make the relevant settings: Handset/base station ringer You can programme different ringer melodies on the handset and base station to signal external and internal calls.
Audio Beeps Your telephone supports various tones which you can activate or deactivate: Key beep Every time a key is pressed, a brief beep is heard. Range beep A warning beep is sounded if you exceed the maximum range. Move closer to the base station.
Family Procedure: 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to FAMILY and press OK to confirm. 2. Scroll to the relevant submenu and make the relevant settings: Direct call (baby call) If you activate direct call on your telephone, the handset dials a preprogrammed number when any handset key is pressed.
Family Room monitoring (baby surveillance) You can set a baby call/noise alarm. Once this function is set, your phone monitors noises in its immediate vicinity and triggers a call to the programmed number if the noise exceeds a set level (defined by the user). The person called hears the noises and is alerted to the fact that, for instance, a child is crying in the room.
Charges Procedure: CHARGES 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to and press OK to confirm. 2. Scroll to the relevant submenu and make the relevant settings: Cost of last call You can display the cost of the last call. Summary You can display the total per handset and the total for all calls.
Calendar/clock Procedure: 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to CALENDAR/CLOCK and press OK to confirm. 2. Scroll to the relevant submenu and make the relevant settings: Alarm To set the alarm, you need to activate the alarm function and enter the time and pre- ferred alarm melody.
Network functions Please note that the services in this chapter are supplementary network services and thus subject to availability from your network operator. To activate certain network functions, you have to send special codes to the network. Often these codes contain special characters such as .
Network functions Call waiting With this service you can have a telephone conversation and still be informed that someone else is calling you. In this case you will hear the “Call waiting” tone and you can answer this call. Activating/deactivating call waiting 1.
Network functions Anonymous call (Identification restriction) When you call someone, your number is shown on the other person’s phone if it supports this function. You can withhold your number for the next call i.e. you can call anonymously. Note • “Anonymous call” is only activated for the next call (the procedure must be repeated for each call).
Network functions Auto Redial The automatic redial calls for you an occupied number in regular intervals. If a number you have dialled is busy, you can activate Auto Redial by pressing the softkey under OPTIONS, AUTO REDIAL. You can then set the number of repetitions and the desired interval. Note An activated auto redial can be deactivated in the menu NET FUNCTIONS...
Network functions Provider You can also make calls over another provider. Under PROVIDER LIST , enter the names and prefixes of the providers (max. 5) to whose service you have subscribed. You can link every directory entry to one of the providers in this list.
SMS – Short Messaging Service Sending and receiving SMS messages is a network function. To send and receive SMS messages, your telephone line must have active Caller Identification Presentation (CLIP) and Connected Line Presentation (COLP)*. Check with your network operator to find out whether the SMS network function is available and about charges, if applicable.
Inbox New SMS messages are signalled in the display by and saved in the inbox. Press the softkey under INBOX to read new SMS messages. Or BACK, to read SMS messages later. Once you have read the SMS messages, you can answer, forward, save or delete them, or call the sender.
Templates To simplify writing SMS messages, you can create up to 5 templates. You can edit and delete these templates or create a new SMS message template. Settings Service centres Before you can send and receive SMS messages, an SMS service centre must be pro- grammed with the associated access number.
Additional information to activate the T-Com SMS service The Short Message Service by T-Com is managed via the SMS service center with the access number 0193010. To register you have to send a registration SMS to the SMS service center once. To receive the SMS as text message your telephone line must have active Caller Identification Presentation (CLIP) to be able to read the SMS (on basis of the trans- mitted telephone number 0193010 of the T-Com center).
Answer machine (Avena 758 only) You can operate your answer machine: from the base station from the handset remotely from an external DTMF telephone Your telephone is delivered with the answer machine switched on (default setting). Operating the answer machine from the handset You can switch your answer machine on and off, listen to messages and program set- tings from any registered handset.
Answer machine (Avena 758 only) Recording/playing back an outgoing message You can replace the standard outgoing message with a personal one and revert to the standard message at any time. 1. Press the softkey under MENU, press to scroll to ANSWER MACHINE and press OK to confirm.
Answer machine (Avena 758 only) Message playback If you have messages on your answer machine, the display shows and the message counter on the base station shows the total of messages (old an new). If you have new messages, the message counter is flashing. 1.
Answer machine (Avena 758 only) Recording a call While you are on the telephone you can record the call via the handset. During an active call, press the softkey under OPTION, RECORDING and press OK to confirm. The answer machine is switched on and the conversation is recorded. Press RECORDING OFF to stop recording the conversation.
Answer machine (Avena 758 only) Operating the answer machine on the base station On/off Press Playing, repeating, deleting and skipping messages All recorded messages and memos are shown on the display. Press . Messages are played, starting with the most recent message. During playback, press: once to delete the active message.
Answer machine (Avena 758 only) Answer machine settings Procedure: ANSWER SETTINGS 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to in the ANSWER MACHINE menu and press OK to confirm. 2. Make the settings in the relevant submenu: Answer mode Select the outgoing message which callers will hear.
Answer machine (Avena 758 only) Remote activation of answer machine If you have forgotten to switch your answer machine on, you can do this remotely from an external telephone. Dial your number and let it ring 12 times. Enter your 4-digit secu- rity PIN and press to switch on the answer machine.
Settings Language Procedure: 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to LANGUAGE in the SETTINGS menu and press OK to confirm. 2. Set the preferred display language. Display texts will appear in the set language. Presentation Procedure: PRESENTATION SETTINGS 1.
Settings • Contrast To optimise legibility, you can adjust the display contrast. • Backlight You can activate or deactivate backlighting for the display. • Screen Saver Activate or deactivate the screensaver. Keypad backlight Activate or deactivate keypad lighting. Handset Name To better distinguish between handsets, you can give each handset a name.
Settings Telephony Procedure: 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to TELEPHONY in the SETTINGS menu and press OK to confirm. 2. Scroll to the relevant submenu and make the following settings: Automatic DTMF Activate “Automatic DTMF” to switch automatically to DTMF dialling during an active call. Auto Talk An incoming call can be accepted by pressing the talk key.
Settings See “PBX access”. Repeater You can use up to 6 repeaters to extend the range and receiving power of your base station. The repeaters must first be registered and activated on the base station. Per repeater, up to 2 handsets can conduct a call simultaneously. Procedure: REPEATER SETTINGS...
Settings Eco Mode Multi Handset Low Radiation Mode Electromagnetic radiation is shut down between the base station and all declared hand- sets. Handsets and base station are waiting for a wake-up signal either in form of an incoming call, when activating a handset or when the system synchronises data. When Eco Mode is set to ON, and as long as you are not conducting a conversation, ECO MODE is displayed instead of the handset name and the range symbol is depicted in...
Additional handsets / base stations Registering additional handsets You can register up to 6 handsets with the base station. The base station must be within range. Note If you purchase additional handsets for your base station, • the batteries must first be fully charged! •...
PBX access Compatibility Your telephone is designed for use in the analogue telephone network and can be operated on a PBX that supports DTMF dialling and flash signalling. Contact your network operator for further information. Access Code You may need to enter an access code (e.g. 0) to allow the public exchange to assign an external line for external calls or for calling back numbers in the calls list.
Maintenance Reset You can reset the telephone to default status as follows: Procedure: 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Scroll to MAINTENANCE in the SETTINGS menu. Press OK to confirm. 2. Select the handset or base station, press RESET and press OK to confirm. The default settings are restored.
✕ model no: SSA-5W-05 EU 060060F Length/width/height = 152 23 mm Mains unit Base station Avena 748 weight: 169 g primary: 100–240 VAC/50–60 Hz/200 mA Base station Avena 758 weight: 180 g secondary: 6VDC/600mA Weight of handset: Handset operation time:...
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