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  • Page 1 Avena 266/266T Cordless analogue telephone (DECT) User Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Your Avena 266/266T is designed for connection to the analogue telephone network. This telephone is available either with one handset (Avena 266/266T) or as a set with two handsets and a charging bay (Avena 266/266T Duo). The Avena 266T offers the additional feature of an integrated digital answer machine.
  • Page 4 Contents Telephoning …………………………………………………………………………………16 Making an external call …………………………………………………………………16 Accepting a call …………………………………………………………………………16 Handsfree operation ……………………………………………………………………16 Handset/handsfree volume ………………………………………………………………17 Handset secrecy …………………………………………………………………………17 Redial ………………………………………………………………………………………17 Auto Redial ………………………………………………………………………………19 Group call (paging) ………………………………………………………………………19 Keypad lock ………………………………………………………………………………19 Internal calls ………………………………………………………………………………20 Internal enquiry call ………………………………………………………………………20 Brokering and Conference ………………………………………………………………21 Call transfer to another handset ………………………………………………………22 External enquiry call………………………………………………………………………22...
  • Page 5 Contents Audio …………………………………………………………………………………………27 Handset/base station ringer ……………………………………………………………27 Beeps ………………………………………………………………………………………27 Family …………………………………………………………………………………………28 Direct call (baby call) ……………………………………………………………………28 Room monitoring (baby surveillance)……………………………………………………28 Charges ………………………………………………………………………………………29 Cost of last call……………………………………………………………………………29 Summary …………………………………………………………………………………29 Settings ……………………………………………………………………………………29 Calendar/clock ………………………………………………………………………………30 Alarm ………………………………………………………………………………………30 Appointments ……………………………………………………………………………30 Adjust time/date …………………………………………………………………………30 Network functions …………………………………………………………………………31 Call forwarding……………………………………………………………………………31 Call waiting ………………………………………………………………………………32 Callback……………………………………………………………………………………33...
  • Page 6 Contents Answer machine (Avena 266T only) ……………………………………………………39 Operating the answer machine from the handset ……………………………………39 Operating the answer machine on the base station …………………………………43 Answer machine settings ………………………………………………………………44 Remote access ……………………………………………………………………………44 Settings ………………………………………………………………………………………46 Language …………………………………………………………………………………46 Presentation ………………………………………………………………………………46 Telephony …………………………………………………………………………………47 System PIN ………………………………………………………………………………47 Repeater …………………………………………………………………………………47 Eco Mode …………………………………………………………………………………48 Additional handsets/base stations ………………………………………………………49...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Swissvoice Your Avena 266/266T is fitted with the latest innovations in terms of reduction of elec- tromagnetic 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).

  • Page 8: Setting Up The Telephone

    ➭ 1 handset ➭ 2 rechargeable batteries NiMH AAA 800 mAh Model No. GP80AAAHC ➭ 3 user manuals (ger, fr, it) Additional items for Avena 266/266T Duo ➭ Second handset ➭ 2 additional rechargeable batteries ➭ Charging bay (for the second handset) with power supply...

  • Page 9: Repeater

    Setting up the telephone Repeater You can use a repeater to extend the range and receiving power of your base station. The repeater must first be registered and activated on the base station. (Your telephone is delivered with the default setting “off”). Note For settings refer to chapter “Settings, Repeater”.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Phone

    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. Socket for telephone Socket for mains cable ➀ ➁ connector cable Safety note Use only one of the following supplied mains adapters for the base station: –...
  • Page 11 Setting up the telephone Removing the battery compartment cover: Slide the battery compartment cover upwards (approx.3 mm) and lift it up. Safety note Use only approved rechargeable batteries. Approved models: – GP80AAAHC – GN85AAAHC – H-AAA750A-UN – H-AAA900A – GP75AAAHC Inserting the two rechargeable batteries (note the polarity!): Insert the batteries in the battery compartment.

  • Page 12: Language Choice/Installation Assistant

    Setting up the telephone Once the new batteries have been inserted, the display on the handset indicates the actual charging status only after a complete charging cycle. 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.

  • Page 13: Getting To Know Your Telephone

    Avena 266T base station with answer machine Message counter/ Status indicator Previous / Next Playback / Stop Adjust Switches the answer loudspeaker machine on or off Avena 266T volume Group call on Delete handsets (paging) Avena 266 base station Group call on handsets (paging) Avena 266...

  • Page 14: Handset Keys

    Getting to know your telephone Handset keys Earpiece Backlit display Navigation key Redial Internal call key Softkey (multifunctional key) Softkey (multifunctional key) Message key Call list Talk key “End call” key Alphanumerical keypad Hash key/Activating Asterisk key/Switch the key lock handset ringer off Enquiry key with Key “Write SMS Message”...
  • Page 15 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.

  • Page 16: Handset Display Symbols

    Getting to know your telephone Handset display symbols The following symbols are displayed on your handset. Coverage symbol Displayed when the handset is within range of the base station. Flashes when out of range of the base station or not registered with the base station. Alarm is set Handsfree is activated Active call...

  • Page 17: About The Menus

    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.

  • Page 18: Telephoning

    Telephoning Making an external call Press , wait for the dialling tone and dial the number. Call preparation Enter the number. Press to dial the entered number. If you enter an incorrect number, you can: • delete it by pressing repeatedly the foxkey under •...

  • Page 19: Handset/Handsfree Volume

    Telephoning Handset/handsfree volume You can adjust the handset and handsfree loudspeaker volume independently in 5 steps. Press during a call to adjust the volume. The selected setting is saved after the end of the call. Handset secrecy 1. Press the softkey under MIC OFF during a call. This switches handset secrecy on and your caller cannot hear you.
  • Page 20 Telephoning Copying numbers from the redial list to the directory Press to open the redial list. Use to scroll through the list to find the number you are seeking, and press the softkey under OPTIONS, SAVE NUMBER. Enter the name and associated number and save the entry.

  • Page 21: Auto Redial

    Telephoning 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. NET FUNCTIONS Note An activated auto redial can be deactivated in the menu...

  • Page 22: Internal Calls

    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 auto- matically dials the second handset if only two handsets are registered with the base station.

  • Page 23: Brokering And Conference

    Telephoning Note • You cannot use the key if the call duration is not displayed. • If the second handset does not answer, you can end the ringing signal and return to the original call by pressing the softkey under END. •...

  • Page 24: Call Transfer To Another Handset

    Telephoning Call transfer to another handset You can transfer the call you are conducting to another handset (= switching). 1. Press and dial the handset to which you wish to transfer the call. The external caller is put on hold. 2.

  • Page 25: Directory

    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.

  • Page 26: Dialling Numbers From The Directory

    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 1.

  • Page 27: Copying Directory Entries

    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.

  • Page 28: Calls List

    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.

  • Page 29: Audio

    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.

  • Page 30: Family

    Family Procedure: FAMILY 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: Direct call (baby call) If you activate direct call on your telephone, the handset dials a preprogrammed number when any handset key is pressed.

  • Page 31: Charges

    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.

  • Page 32: Calendar/Clock

    Calendar/clock Procedure: CALENDAR/CLOCK 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: Alarm To set the alarm, you need to activate the alarm function and enter the time and pre- ferred alarm melody.

  • Page 33: Network Functions

    Network functions To activate certain network functions, you have to send special codes to the network. Often these codes contain special characters such as . In some cases, the so-called flash signal is required. You can enter this by pressing key Contact your network operator for details and the appropriate codes to activate these services.

  • Page 34: Call Waiting

    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 NET FUNCTIONS CALL WAITING 1.

  • Page 35: Callback

    Network functions Callback Callback on busy (Completion of Calls to Busy Subscriber/CCBS) This service is dependent on your network operator. If a number you have dialled is busy, you can activate call back by pressing the softkey under OPTIONS, CALLBACK. If call back on busy is activated, the ringer is played as soon as the called party has replaced the receiver i.e.

  • Page 36: Network Answer Machine (Voicebox)

    Network functions Network answer machine (Voicebox) Many network operators offer the option of setting up a network answer machine (Voicebox). Check whether this network function is available, the associated charges (if applicable) and the functions provided by this service. is displayed to alert you to new messages (if provided by network operator). To access new messages quickly and simply, press and hold down for around 2 seconds to automatically dial the access number of your network answer machine.

  • Page 37: Sms

    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). Check with your network operator to find out whether the SMS network function is available and about charges, if applicable.

  • Page 38: Inbox

    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.

  • Page 39: Templates

    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. SMS Settings Service centres Before you can send and receive SMS messages, an SMS service centre must be pro- grammed with the associated access number.
  • Page 40 • Sending an SMS message to an SMS user To forward SMS messages to your personal inbox, the person sending the SMS must include the number of your presonal inbox along with the telephone number. • Defining SMS users Before you can read, write and send SMS messages, you must open your SMS user. SMS MESSAGES 1.

  • Page 41: Answer Machine (Avena 266T Only)

    Answer machine (Avena 266T 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.
  • Page 42 Answer machine (Avena 266T 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. ANSWER MACHINE 1. Press the softkey under MENU, press to scroll to and press OK to confirm.
  • Page 43 Answer machine (Avena 266T 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. ANSWER MACHINE 1.
  • Page 44 Answer machine (Avena 266T 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.

  • Page 45: Operating The Answer Machine On The Base Station

    Answer machine (Avena 266T 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.

  • Page 46: Answer Machine Settings

    Answer machine (Avena 266T 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.
  • Page 47 Answer machine (Avena 266T 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.

  • Page 48: Settings

    Settings Language LANGUAGE SETTINGS 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to in the menu and press OK to confirm. 2. Set the preferred display language. Display texts will appear in the set language. Presentation PRESENTATION SETTINGS 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to in the menu and press OK to confirm.

  • Page 49: Telephony

    Settings Telephony TELEPHONY SETTINGS 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Press to scroll to in the menu and press OK to confirm. 2. Scroll to the relevant submenu and make the following settings: Auto Talk An incoming call can be accepted by pressing the talk key. If you activate Auto Talk, you can accept a call simply by lifting the handset from the base station without pressing any key.

  • Page 50: Eco Mode

    Settings Note • For details on setting up repeaters, please follow the repeater user manual. • You can activate either the repeater mode or the ECO Mode. If you active both features, a conflict message will appear. ECO Mode Multi Handset Low Radiation Mode Electromagnetic radiation is shut down between the base station and all declared hand- sets.

  • Page 51: Additional Handsets/Base Stations

    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! •...

  • Page 52: Pbx Access

    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.

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    Maintenance Reset You can reset the telephone to default status as follows: Procedure: MAINTENANCE SETTINGS 1. Press the softkey under MENU. Scroll to in the menu. Press OK to confirm. RESET 2. Select the handset or base station, press and press OK to confirm. The default settings are restored.

  • Page 54: General Information

    The declaration of conformity may be viewed at: www.swissvoice.net. The CE symbol confirms the conformity of the telephone with the above directive.

  • Page 55: Warranty Certificate

    Warranty Certificate Warranty Certificate Garantieschein, Bon de garantie, Certificato di garanzia, Garantiebewijs, Takuutodistus, Garantibevis, Garantisedel, Garantibevis, Certificado de Garantía, Talão de garantia device type: (Gerätetyp, type d’appareil, tipo di apparecchio, toesteltype, laitetyyppi, maskintype, apparattyp, apparattype, modelo del aparato, modelo do aparelho): serial number: (Seriennummer, numéro de série, numero di serie, serienummer, sarjanumero, serienummer, serienummer, serienummer, número de serie, número de série):...
  • Page 56 Internet: www.swissvoice.net © Swissvoice SA 2009 All rights as well as delivery possibilities and technical changes reserved. 20405289en_ba_000_ 0 SV 20405289...

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