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BT CONVERSE 1400 2-LINE

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide BT CONVERSE 1400 2-LINE...
  • Page 2 Welcome… to your BT Converse 1400 corded 2 line telephone 2 Line speaker phone lets you Three-way conference calling make and receive calls from lets you combine both two separate telephone lines. telephone lines for a three- way conversation. 200 Name and number directory.
  • Page 3 ‘Getting Started’, Stand for desk on the next few pages. mounting (fitted) Wall mounting plugs and screws Hearing aid friendly The BT Converse 1400 is fitted with an inductive coupler so it is compatible with hearing aids.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Redial ......12 BT Answer 1571 ....25 Secrecy .
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    LINE 1 LINE 2 Optional 3. Your BT Converse 1400 is designed to run from a power supply or batteries. Batteries are not supplied with the unit, but if you want to fit them follow the instructions on the following page.
  • Page 6 Getting started Turn the phone over and remove the battery Some features will not work when using batteries only. It is compartment cover. Insert 4 x AA batteries as shown recommended that you use the and replace the cover. mains power adaptor supplied to obtain the full benefits of the product.
  • Page 7 If you are not sure which setting to use, please contact your service provider or switchboard manager. 8. Your BT Converse 1400 has a data socket so you can connect another product such as a modem. If required, connect the device to the DATA port on the side of the phone.
  • Page 8: Getting To Know Your Phone

    (X) Clear Deletes characters and numbers from the directory and redial list. Hold Recall Conference For use with a switchboard and some BT Calling Features, page 16. Line 1 Handsfree Make and receive calls via the built-in Line 2 loudspeaker, page 11.
  • Page 9: Display Icons

    More than one Battery low Menu or L2 are put on hold. call from the icon displayed Use the access BT Services and set-up options. same number if you have  (Select) displayed. batteries fitted Selects and confirms displayed options and entries.
  • Page 10: Using The Phone

    Using auto-line selection: Auto-line selection If both lines are not in use, line 1 Your BT Converse 1400 will choose a line for you. will automatically be chosen as it is the default line. This will not 1. Lift the handset and wait for the dial tone. Dial the happen if the telephone is powered by batteries only.
  • Page 11: Handsfree

    Using the phone Making a headset call 1. Plug the headset (not supplied) into the socket marked HEADSET on the underside of the base. 2. Press and dial the number. When the headset is in use, the headset indicator light is illuminated. 3.
  • Page 12: Volume

    Using the phone Receiving a call handsfree 1. When the phone rings, press and speak. 2. Press to end the call. Volume Whether using the handset, headset or handsfree, you Default volume levels can adjust the volume of your caller’s voice. Earpiece –...
  • Page 13: Secrecy

    Using the phone Save a number from the redial list to the directory When reviewing the redial list you can store a number to the directory. Numbers can be no longer than 28 digits and can include pause, 1. Press then scroll until the number you want is displayed, then press...
  • Page 14: Holding Calls

    Using the phone Holding calls You can put a call on hold on one or both lines at the same time. Please note that held calls take precedence over new incoming calls. For example, if a call is held on line 1 and then line 2 starts to ring, if you lift the handset, press , you will be returned to the held caller, you will not be answering the new ringing...
  • Page 15 Using the phone 2. Seize the idle line and dial the number of the second If you wish to conduct the three- way call in handsfree or headset person you want to talk to. modes, press either once you are all connected. 3.
  • Page 16: Message Waiting

    1. If you subscribe to your network’s answering service (e.g. supply provided, you will need to fit batteries (pages 5-6) to use the BT’s 1571) and you have new messages, your Message message waiting feature. Waiting indicator will flash. If your BT Converse 1400 is...
  • Page 17: Directory

    Directory Store your 200 most frequently used names and You can store a number during a call or while the phone is in standby. numbers in the directory for easy dialling. Each name can Entries are automatically stored in be up to 16 characters long and each number up to 28 alphabetical order.
  • Page 18: Edit A Directory Entry

    Directory Edit a directory entry 1. To change a directory entry, press 2. Scroll to the entry you want and press 3. Scroll to display Edit Entry and press 4. Edit the name and press 5. Edit the number and press to confirm.
  • Page 19: Menu

    Menu Use the menu to adjust your phone’s settings to your preference. Ringer volume There are 4 volume settings for both lines: 1, 2, 3 = ringer off and Off. = ringer volume 3 1. Press and scroll to display Ringer Volume 2.
  • Page 20: Time & Date

    Display shows 7. Press to return to standby. Contrast You can adjust the display contrast to suit your preference. There are 5 levels and your BT Converse 1400 is pre-set to level 2. Contrast 1. Press and scroll to display 2.
  • Page 21: Bt Calling Features

    Calls list. With some incoming calls, the telephone number of the caller is not available and cannot therefore be displayed. In this case your BT Converse 1400 provides you with some explanatory information. UNAVAILABLE –...
  • Page 22: Calls List

    BT Calling Features Calls list Your BT Converse 1400 lets you view details of the last 30 callers. Entries are stored in the order they were received. When a new call is received, the icon will flash on the display. If a new number is received when the list is full, the oldest entry is replaced.
  • Page 23: Save An Entry From The Calls List To The Directory

    BT Calling Features Save an entry from the calls list to the directory 1. Press . Display shows details of the most recently Calls received call. 2. Press to scroll through to the entry you want to save. 3. Press .
  • Page 24: Delete All Entries In The Calls List

    Display shows Calls List Deleted Calling Features Your BT Converse 1400 gives you easy access to a range There is a tenth entry available so you can store another of BT Calling Features. Nine codes have been pre-stored name/number entry.
  • Page 25: Menu Options

    Call Waiting On Call Waiting Off Call Waiting Check BT Answer 1571 This calls BT’s answering service to access any voicemail messages you may have. Details on using the service are provided when you subscribe. 118500/118707 Calls BT’s residential or business directory enquiry service.
  • Page 26: Call Divert

    Call Diversion Off 2. Scroll and press Wait for the number to be dialled and listen for confirmation. 3. Press For further information, see the BT Calling Features User Guide supplied when you subscribe to the services of your choice.
  • Page 27: Reset Your Phone

    BT Calling Features Reset If you change the pre-stored BT Calling Features numbers, you can reinstate the original numbers at any time by re-setting your phone to its original settings. These are: Ringer tone – Line 1 Tone 1 Ringer tone – Line 2...
  • Page 28: Help

    Help No dial tone Is the line cord plugged into the phone socket? Nothing happens when you dial Check the dialling mode switch is set to the correct position. Page 7. Phone does not ring Is the ringer volume set to Off? Page 19. You may have too many phones, fax machines and/or answering machines plugged in which might be overloading the sockets.
  • Page 29: General Information

    General information Safety information Do not open the handset or base. This could expose you to high voltages or other risks. Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals. Cleaning Clean the phone with a damp (not wet) cloth, or an anti-static wipe.
  • Page 30: Product Disposal Instructions

    General information Product disposal instructions The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its working life. The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) has been put in place to recycle products using best available recovery and recycling techniques to minimise the impact on the environment, treat any hazardous substances...
  • Page 31: Guarantee

    General information Guarantee Your BT Converse 1400 is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the terms listed below, the guarantee will provide for the repair of, or at BT’s or its agent’s discretion the option to replace the BT Converse 1400 or any component thereof, (other than batteries), which is identified as faulty or below standard, or as a result of inferior workmanship or materials.
  • Page 32: How Many Telephones Can You Have

    Your BT Converse 1400 has a REN of 1. A total REN of 4 is allowed. If the total REN of 4 is exceeded, the telephone may not ring.
  • Page 33: Switchboard Compatibility

    Hereby, TMX, declares that this BT Converse 1400 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformance for the BT Converse 1400 is available from TMX, The East Barn, Barrowmore Hall Farm, Heath Lane, Great Barrow, Chester, CH3 7LF.
  • Page 34: Wall Mounting Your Phone

    5mm protruding from the wall on which to • the telephone line cord will reach the telephone socket hang the phone. BT are not responsible for any 4. Rotate the handset hook 180º so that it sticks upwards. damage/injury caused while attempting to wall mount This holds the handset in place when wall-mounted.
  • Page 36 Nothing in this publication forms any part of any contract. © British Telecommunications plc 2005. Registered Office: 81 Newgate Street, London EC1A 7AJ. Registered in England No. 1800000. BT Converse 1400 (12/05) 4 Designed and produced by The Art & Design Partnership Ltd. Printed in China...

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