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English Scroll button and ringer off/on Right menu key/ Delete/Redial Left menu button/OK and key lock Headset connector Line/Speaker button Disconnect and Off/On Flash...
English The display Indicator Function Shown within range of the base unit. Flashes when out of range. INT Internal call. Ring signal turned off with the key. Handset is connected (during calls). Message indication*. Caller ID/New SMS received*. Alarm activated. Battery charge indicator. INT 1 Handset number (when using more than one handset). Base 1 The handset is connected to base unit 1. Press 19 Key lock activated. Function description for the key shown below the text, e.g. OK to confirm. * Only functions in certain countries. To conserve battery power the display is very dark in standby mode, press ☼ to illuminate. Base unit indicator Illuminated on standby, flashes when telephone rings.
This is to minimize the risk of interference. It is normal for the device to become warm during charging and is not dangerous. Use only DORO original batteries. The guarantee does not cover any damage caused by incorrect batteries. Coverage The telephone’s coverage will vary normally between 50 and 300 metres, depending on...
English Temporary silent mode When receiving an incoming call, you can press Silent to turn off the handset ring signal. Key lock until Press 19 is displayed. Lock the keypad by pressing Unlock keypad by pressing The keypad will be unlocked if the handset is placed in the base unit. Speaker/Group listening The handset can be placed on the table, leaving your hands free. Group listening means that you hold the handset to your head in the usual way, but the call will be heard through the speaker if you want other people in the room to listen. 1. Once the call has been connected, press several times to switch between group listening, speaker mode and handset mode. 2. Press to terminate call. Please note! Please remember that in handsfree speaker mode, it is only possible for one person at a time to talk. Paging The handset will ring when on the base unit is pressed. The signal will stop automatically...
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3. Press , and the number will be dialled. Changing telephone numbers/names 1. Press . Scroll to desired entry. Press Option. 2. Scroll to Edit Entry. Press OK. < Artwork drawing for Doro 870 > 3. Edit the name/number. Press OK. Deleting entries 1. Press . Scroll to desired entry. Press Option. 2. Scroll to Delete Entry or Delete List. Press OK. 3. Confirm by pressing OK. Copying from SIM card Check that the phonebook has been properly stored on the SIM card. Refer to the mobile phone user manual.
English Incoming numbers (caller ID) The display shows you who is calling and the 50 most recent incoming numbers. New SMS message/Caller ID is indicated by * in standby mode. If the same number calls in more than once it will be saved as only one entry. Please note! This function requires a subscription from your service provider. Retrieving and dialling incoming numbers 1. Press *. Scroll to Caller list. The number of new calls is displayed. Press OK. 2. Select New Calls or All Calls. The number of received calls is displayed. Press OK. 3. Scroll to selected entry. Press to dial number or press Back. Caller identification messages Date/time not set. Unavailable No information received, e.g. an international call. Withheld Number cannot be shown. Possibly a call from a telephone exchange. Deleting a number 1. Scroll to required entry according to description above.
English SMS messages This feature requires a current Caller Id subscription to be in place and only applies to text message users (SMS). Please remember individual SMS features are country dependent and will vary or be unavailable. Further details regarding the SMS text message service are available from you local network provider. Maximum 160 signs per message. The memory can store up to 30 messages. New SMS message/Caller ID is indicated by * in standby mode. Australia only Short Message Service (SMS) facilities have been automatically activated for most Telstra® telephone services across Australia. SMS services may not be available to, or between, other service providers networks. A description of the SMS service provided by Telstra® can be found at: http://www.telstra.com.au/talkingtext There is no need to register your telephone with the Telstra® fixed line SMS service as your DORO telephone is supplied pre-configured. When you send your first text message the Telstra® network will automatically accept and deliver it (providing the destination offers a compatible service). Settings for your Telstra® fixed line SMS service can be changed by calling 0198 339 999 and following the prompts. UK only Program the correct SMS Centre numbers as described on next page under the section Entering the telephone numbers in SMS centre/operator. E.g. for BT: Send: 14701709400 Receive: 080058752 Terminal No.: 9 To register for the SMS text messaging service you can either send a text message to another telephone number, or text REGISTER to 00000. Should you wish to reset your SMS settings text RESET to 00000. You can also request a delivery report by entering * 0 # prior to any SMS message. An SMS message can also be sent to a telephone number that does not support this feature, and will be received as a voice message.
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English Read new SMS/inbox 1. Press *. Scroll to SMS. Press OK. 2. Scroll to Inbox. The display shows the number of messages. Press OK. 3. Scroll to selected entry. Press Read. Read your message. 4. Press Option. Scroll to the required selection: Use (reply/forward) Delete Delete list Copy to Phoneb 5. Press OK and follow the instructions in the display. Write new SMS message 1. Press *. Scroll to SMS. Press OK. 2. Scroll to Write Message. Press OK. 3. Select if your message is to be sent as SMS (most usual) or e mail*. Press OK. 4. Press the equivalent number key for the desired text. switch between upper/lower case A/a insert a space or special character 5. Press Option. Scroll forward to send or store the message. Press OK. 6. Enter the telephone number, or press Option to retrieve the telephone number from the telephone book. 7. Press Option. 8. Scroll to Send. Press OK. 9. The display shows if the SMS has been sent successfully or not. If no error report is shown, the message has been sent successfully.
English Network services Most usual operator/extra services can be accessed via the menu or with the menu buttons during a call. Some functions are pre-programmed but is not certain that all functions will work on delivery as this will depend on the country of installation/ operator. You can change the codes that are sent, see Other Settings. Please note! You may have to pay extra for some services, contact your service provider for more information. Some services will not work unless you have contacted your service provider to activate them. Via the menu 1. Press Menu. Scroll to Net Services. Press OK.
English Other settings 1. Press Menu. 2. Scroll to Setting. Press OK. 3. Scroll to Handset Set. Press OK. 4. Scroll to required function e.g. Language. Press OK. 5. Scroll to required setting. Press OK. Auto Answer The handset answers incoming calls when it is lifted from the base unit. Select Base Only used in systems with more than one base unit. Language Language setting is explained in Connection. Country code See separate description for programming country codes. Baby Monitor Cordless baby monitor, see separate description. Abbr number Programming of speed dial numbers. To call one of these, press down the corresponding button Network It is possible to change the codes for operator services (CF=Call Forwarding). Register To register a new handset, see separate description. Handset PIN You can change the pin code (0000 on delivery). Default Set Resetting the handset.
English Country Code To copy entries from the SIM card using “+”, it is often necessary to enter certain information. Telephone numbers on the SIM card that have been stored with the international dialling code 00 followed by the country code will also be changed. Example of settings for UK: Country code (domestic): 44 International prefix: 00 National prefix: 0...
English System settings System PIN is 0000 on delivery. 1. Press Menu. Scroll to Setting. Press OK. 2. Scroll to Base Set. Press OK. 3. Scroll to desired function e.g. Access Code. Press OK. 4. Scroll to required setting. Press OK. Ring Priority You can decide whether all handsets should ring at once when there is an incoming call, or if one handset should start ringing before the others. You can set the number of ring signals for this function as well. Care dial The CARE memory is used to store e.g. a security number. The call will be connected via the speaker function by pressing the line key for about a second. Call barring Different types of outgoing calls are blocked, see separate description. Net. Provider Settings to use different service providers, see separate description. Dial Set Settings for advanced installations, see separate description. Deregister To deregister a handset from a base unit. Base PIN You can change the pin code (0000 on delivery). Default Set Reset base unit.
English Call barring The telephone can block certain types of outgoing calls. System PIN is 0000 on delivery. 1. Access Call Barring according to description on previous page. 2. Scroll to selected handset. Press OK. 3. Scroll to Barring Mode. Press OK. 4. Scroll to required setting. Press OK. INT call Only allows internal calls. Blocks all outgoing calls. Barred no. Blocks the numbers you select, see below. Setting barred numbers Enter the sequence of digits for the type of call to be barred. Example: select 00 to block international calls. Three different bars of up to eight digits each may be used. 1. Access Call Barring according to description on previous page. 2. Scroll to selected handset. Press OK. 3. Scroll to Barring Number. Press OK. 4. Scroll to selected entry. Press OK. 5. Enter required digits (max 8). Press OK. 6. Activate the Barred no. setting according to description on top of page. Net. Provider To choose a certain service provider, one would usually dial a prefix code before the actual phone number.
2. Press All or enter the handset number for the handset you wish to call. A tone will be heard if an external call comes in while an internal call is in progress. Answer the external call by pressing Accept. Conference/Transferring calls between handsets 1. While an external call is connected on line. 2. Initiate an internal call as described above. 3. Press to transfer the call or press Conf for conference. Specific absorption rate (SAR) This device meets approved international safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. This telephone measures 0,006 W/kg (measured over 10g tissue). The max. limit according to WHO is 2W/kg (measured over 10g tissue). Declaration of conformity Doro hereby declares that the Doro 870 conforms to the essential requirements and other relevant regulations contained in the Directives 1999/5/EC and 2002/95/EC. A copy of the manufacturer’s declaration is available at www.doro.com/dofc If you cannot resolve the fault using the faultfinder section, technical support is available by email on tech@doro-uk.com or via a premium rate telephone number: 0905 895 0854, calls cost 50 pence per minute (prices correct at the time of publication). You can also contact us in writing: Customer Services, Doro UK Ltd, 1 High Street, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire, SL9 9QE (regarding any Spares or Technical query). Further contact details are available on our website: www.doro-uk.com.
Troubleshooting Check that the telephone cord is undamaged and properly plugged in. Disconnect any additional equipment that may be connected, e.g. extension cords and other phones. If the problem is resolved, the fault is with the other equipment. Test the equipment on a known working line (e.g. at a neighbour’s). If the product works then the fault is with your telephone line. Please inform your local telephone company. No number shown when ringing This function requires a subscription from your service provider. A switchboard cannot usually pass on incoming numbers. Warning signal while talking/Cannot connect The batteries may be running low (recharge the hand unit). The hand unit may be (nearly) out of range. Move closer to a base unit. Telephone does not work Check that the adapter and telephone cord are connected to the base unit and to their respective wall sockets. Check that you have selected Tone Dial, see System Settings/Dial. Check the charge status of the handset batteries. The telephone continues to ring The telephone’s ring signals do not follow the line signal, which means that the signal may continue for up to 10 seconds after answering a call. SMS does not work In order for this feature to function, you must subscribe to the SMS service from your network provider. Check that the correct telephone number is stored for each service. If the telephone still does not work, contact the place of purchase. Don’t forget the receipt or copy of the invoice. Guarantee This product is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. In the unlikely event of a fault occurring during this period, please return the item with a copy of the purchase receipt to your place of purchase. Proof of purchase is required for any service or support required during the guarantee period. This guarantee shall not apply to a fault caused by an accident or a similar incident or damage, liquid ingress, negligence, abnormal usage, non-maintenance or any other circumstances on the user’s part. Furthermore, this guarantee shall not apply to a fault caused by a thunderstorm or any other voltage fluctuations. (As a matter of precaution, we recommend disconnecting the telephone during a thunderstorm.) This guarantee does not in any way affect your statutory rights. Batteries are consumables and are not included in any guarantee. This guarantee does not apply if other batteries than DORO original batteries have been used.
Should you experience difficulties with the product, please contact us for assistance. If the product is then found to be faulty you will be asked to return it directly to us with a copy of the purchase receipt. This guarantee shall not apply to a fault caused by an accident or a similar incident or damage, liquid ingress negligence, abnormal usage, not reasonably maintained or any other circumstances on the purchaser’s part. Furthermore, this guarantee shall not apply to a fault caused by a thunderstorm or lightning, excessive or any other voltage fluctuations or faults on the telephone line. (As a matter of precaution, we recommend disconnecting the telephone during a thunderstorm). This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND DORO Australia Pty Ltd Atlas Gentech (NZ) Limited PO Box 6760 Private Bag 14927 Baulkham Hills BC NSW 2153 Panmure Australia Auckland New Zealand Consumer Support Consumer Support...
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English REN (RN for New Zealand) The REN (Ringer Equivalence Number) or (RN) is of significance only if you wish to connect more than 1 telephone to your telephone line. A standard telephone line has a maximum REN capacity of 3 (RN of 5). It is possible to connect 3 devices with a REN of 1 (RN of 1) with no degradation to the product’s performance. Exceeding this limit may cause the volume of the ringer in any phone to decrease or not ring at all. ALL PRODUCTS The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with the minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom’s network services. This equipment shall not be set to make automatic calls to the Telecom “111“ Emergency Service. This equipment may not provide for the effective hand-over of a call to another device connected to the same line. This equipment should not be used under any circumstances that may constitute a nuisance to other Telecom Customers. CND PRODUCTS If a charge for local calls is unacceptable, the “DIAL’’ button should NOT be used for local calls. Only the 7 digits of the local number should be dialled from your telephone. DO NOT dial the area code digit or the “0’’ prefix.
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