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- Page 1 User’s manual E2913B/E1113B 2.4 GHz cordless telephone/ answering system with caller ID/call waiting TONE REDIAL MUTE PAUSE DELETE...
- Page 2 Congratulations on purchasing your new AT&T product. Before using this AT&T product, please read the Important safety instructions on pages 55-57 of this manual. Please thoroughly read the user’s manual for all the feature operation and troubleshooting information you need to install and operate your new AT&T product.
- Page 3 STOP! You must install and charge See page 7 the battery before using the for easy instructions. telephone. For customer service or product information, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call (800) 222-3. In Canada dial (866) 288-4268. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully: •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
User's manual E2913B/E1113B 2.4 GHz cordless telephone/ answering system with caller ID/call waiting TONE MUTE REDIAL DELETE PAUSE Table of contents Getting started Answering system operation Quick reference guide ......2 Answering system operation..35 Parts checklist ........4 Day & time announcements ..36 Telephone base installation ...5... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting started Quick reference guide Cordless handset MENU/SELECT /SELECT SELECT CID/-VOLUME Press to display the menu. Once in the menu, press to select an item Press to scroll down while in or save an entry or setting. menus. Press to display caller ID information (page 34). -
Page 6: Telephone Base
Getting started Quick reference guide Telephone base CHARGE/IN USE • Flashes when another telephone on the same line or one of the hand- sets is in use. • Flashes when the answering system is answering an incoming call. HANDSET LOCATOR •... -
Page 7: Parts Checklist
Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to ship your telephone for warranty service. Check to make sure the telephone package includes the following: User’s manual Quick start guide E2913B/E1113B E2913B/E1113B 2.4 GHz Cordless Telephone/ 2.4 GHz Cordless Telephone/ Answering System with caller... -
Page 8: Telephone Base Installation
Getting started Telephone base installation Choose a central location close to a telephone jack and an electrical outlet not connected to a wall switch. The telephone base can be placed on a flat surface or mounted on a standard wall plate. For optimum range and better reception, place the telephone base in a high and open location. - Page 9 Getting started Telephone base installation Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the telephone jack at the bottom of the telephone base. Plug the small end of the power adapter into the power jack at the bottom of the telephone base. Route cords through slots.
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Page 10: Battery Installation & Charging
Getting started Battery installation & charging After installing the battery, you may be able to make and receive short calls. For best performance, place the handsets in the telephone base or the charg- er and charge for 6 hours before use. You can keep the battery charged by returning the handsets to the telephone base or the charger after use. -
Page 11: Installation Options
Getting started Installation options NOTE: The mounting bracket must be used for both tabletop use and wall mounting positions. Tabletop mount Wall mount Telephone outlet mounting plate with mounting studs Wall mounting The telephone base comes with the bracket mounted for tabletop use. If wall mounting is desired, a telephone outlet wall mounting plate with mounting studs is required. -
Page 12: Tabletop Mounting
Getting started Installation options 3. To attach the bracket for wall mounting, insert the tabs of the bracket into slots on the telephone base, then press the other bracket tabs into slots shown on the right. 4. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. -
Page 13: Belt Clip & Optional Headset
Getting started Belt clip & optional headset Install belt clip as shown below if desired. Snap belt clip into the notches on both sides of To release belt clip handset. from handset, lift one side of the belt clip out of the notch. For hands-free telephone conversations, use any industry standard 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). -
Page 14: Telephone Operation
Telephone operation Elapsed time Basic operation Making and answering calls PHONE 00:00:30 To answer an incoming call, press PHONE/ FLASH SPEAKER or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) on the PHONE/ handset. To make a call, press FLASH SPEAKER then dial a number. -
Page 15: Last Number Redial
Telephone operation Basic operation Last number redial Press REDIAL/ to display the most recently PAUSE REDIAL called numbers (up to 32 digits). Press CID/-VOLUME or REDIAL repeatedly to view /VOLUME+ /PAUSE up to five recently called numbers. The handset 555-234 beeps twice at the beginning or end of the list. -
Page 16: Handset Locator
Telephone operation Basic operation Handset locator HANDSET If the handsets are misplaced, press LOCATOR on the telephone base. The handsets will play a paging tone for 60 seconds to help you locate them. To stop the paging tone, press PHONE /FLASH SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, *, or #) on the handsets, or press... -
Page 17: Options While On Calls
Telephone operation Options while on calls Volume control Press to decrease the volume. CID/-VOLUME Press to increase the volume. /VOLUME+ When changing the volume level, the new setting is saved. NOTE: The earpiece, hands-free speakerphone and headset listening volume are adjusted separately. Call waiting Volume If you subscribe to call waiting service with your... - Page 18 Telephone operation Options while on calls Mute Press MUTE/ to silence the microphone. When DELETE mute is on, will show on the handset screen. You will be able to hear the caller, but your caller will not be able to hear you until you press MUTE/ DELETE again and resume speaking.
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Page 19: Intercom
Telephone operation Intercom Use the intercom feature for conversations between handsets. . Press INT. The screen of the originating handset will show INTERCOM TO:. TONE TONE MUTE REDIAL MUTE REDIAL DELETE PAUSE DELETE PAUSE 2. Enter the handset number of the destination handset (, 2 or 3). -
Page 20: Intercom Call Transfer
Telephone operation Intercom call transfer Use the intercom feature to transfer an external call from one handset to another. . During a conversation with an external call, press INT. The external call is automatically placed on TONE TONE MUTE REDIAL MUTE REDIAL DELETE... -
Page 21: Dial Type
Telephone operation Settings In the SETTINGS menu, you can change the lan- guage, dial type, and clock setting. You can also clear the voice mail indication. DIRECTORY . Press MENU/ in idle mode to enter the SELECT TONE feature menu. MUTE REDIAL DELETE... -
Page 22: Clock Setting
Telephone operation Settings Clock setting If you subscribe to caller ID service provided by DIRECTORY your local telephone company, the time will auto- matically be set by an incoming call. In this menu, you can choose to set the time dis- SETTINGS played on the handset screen. -
Page 23: Clear Voice Mail Indication
Telephone operation Settings Clear voice mail indication DIRECTORY If you subscribe to voice mail services provided by your local telephone company, NEW VOICE MAIL and the icon will appear on all handset screens when you have new voice mail. SETTINGS To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/CLEAR. -
Page 24: Sounds
Telephone operation Sounds In the SOUNDS menu, you can choose one of ten ringer melodies, and turn the key tone on or off. To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/CLEAR. DIRECTORY To return to the idle mode press and hold OFF/CLEAR. -
Page 25: Display
Telephone operation Display In the DISPLAY menu, you can select an image to be displayed as wallpaper. You can also adjust the contrast and brightness to one of five levels to suit different lighting conditions. To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/CLEAR. - Page 26 Telephone operation Display To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/CLEAR. DIRECTORY To return to the idle mode press and hold OFF/CLEAR. Brightness DISPLAY To adjust the screen brightness on the handset: .
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Page 27: Ringer Volume
Telephone operation Ringer volume In this menu, you can set the ringer volume level (-6), or turn the ringer off (0). When the ringer is DIRECTORY turned off, the will appear on the handset screen. The ringer volume level also determines the ringer volume for intercom calls (page 6) and the pag- ing tone when initiating the handset locator fea- RINGER VOLUME... -
Page 28: Directory
Directory Directory Shared directory DIRECTORY Pat Williams The directory is stored in the telephone base, and 555-234 is shared by all handsets. Changes made to the directory on any one handset will be applied to all. NOTE: Only one handset can review the directory or caller ID log at a time. -
Page 29: New Directory Entries
Directory New directory entries To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/CLEAR. DIRECTORY To return to the idle mode press and hold OFF/CLEAR. To create and store a new directory entry DIRECTORY . - Page 30 Directory New directory entries 7. Enter the name when prompted. DIRECTORY • Use the dial pad to enter a name (up to ENTER NAME Pat Williams 6 characters). Each time a key is pressed, the character on that key will be displayed. Additional key presses will produce other characters on that key.
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Page 31: Directory Search
Directory Directory search To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/CLEAR. To return to the idle mode press and hold OFF/CLEAR. To browse through the directory . Press DIR in idle mode to display the first list- DIRECTORY ing in the directory. - Page 32 Directory Directory search To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display press OFF/CLEAR. To return to the idle mode press and hold OFF/CLEAR. To search by name . Press DIR in idle mode to display the first list- ing in the directory.
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Page 33: To Dial, Delete Or Edit Entries
Directory To dial, delete or change entries To dial, delete or change a directory entry (name and number), the entry must be displayed on the hand- set. Use directory search (pages 28-29) to display an entry. To exit the directory press OFF/ CLEAR To dial a displayed number When a directory entry is displayed, press... -
Page 34: Caller Id Operation
Caller ID operation Caller ID operation Information about caller ID with call waiting This product has a caller ID function with call waiting feature which works with service from CHRISTINE SMITH your local telephone company. 908-555-000 NOV23 0:0AM Caller ID with call waiting lets you see the name and telephone number of the caller before answering the telephone, even while on another call. - Page 35 Caller ID operation Caller ID operation Shared caller ID log The caller ID log is stored in the telephone base, and is shared by all handsets. Changes made on CHRISTINE SMITH any handset will apply to all. 908-555-000 NOV23 0:0AM 0:0AM NOTE: Only one handset can review the directory or call- er ID log at a time.
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Page 36: Memory Match
Caller ID operation Caller ID operation Memory match Names of callers will be displayed only if the infor- Chris mation is provided by your local telephone com- 908-555-000 pany. NOV23 0:0AM If the telephone number of the caller exactly matches a telephone number in your directory, the name that appears on the screen will match the corresponding name already in the directory. -
Page 37: To Review The Call Log
Caller ID operation To review the call log HANDSET 4 MISSED CALLS 4:30 PM To review the call log Press to review the call log. The CID/-VOLUME call log displays the caller ID entries in reverse CALL LOG chronological order. The most recent call is dis- Pat Williams played first. -
Page 38: Answering System Operation
Answering system operation Answering system operation Message capacity The answering system can record up to 99 mes- sages depending on the length of each message. Individual messages can be up to four minutes long, and total maximum recording time is 4 Message counter Number of messages (or minutes. -
Page 39: Day & Time Announcements
Answering system operation Day & time announcements To set day and time Before playing each message, the answering system announces the day and time when the message was received. Before using the answering system, follow the steps on the left of this page to set the day, time and year, CLOCK so that messages are dated correctly. -
Page 40: Outgoing Announcements
Answering system operation Outgoing announcements Elapsed recording The outgoing announcement is the message callers hear time (sec- when calls are answered by the answering system. onds). The telephone is factory set with an announcement. If the telephone is set up to record messages, it answers calls with “Hello. -
Page 41: Changing Feature Options
Answering system operation Changing feature options You can change how the answering system oper- ates. Press SETUP repeatedly to hear each feature. When you hear the feature you want to modify SKIP or REPEAT to change the setting. press Press SETUP to set selection and move to next menu option, or press STOP to exit. -
Page 42: Message Playback
Answering system operation Number of messages (or during playback, message Message playback number currently playing). Press PLAY to hear messages. The /STOP system announces the number of messages, then begins playback. If you have new messages waiting, you will hear only the new messages (oldest first). -
Page 43: Recording & Playing Memos
Answering system operation Recording & playing memos Memos are messages you record yourself. They are saved, played back and deleted exactly like incoming messages. You can record a memo as a reminder to yourself, or leave a message for someone else if other members of your household are using the answering system. -
Page 44: Message Counter Displays
Answering system operation Message counter Message counter displays The message counter usually displays the total number of memos and incoming messages. See the list below for explanations of other displays in this counter. Message counter displays No messages. 0 (flashing) The clock needs to be set (page 36). -
Page 45: Answering System Mode
Answering system operation Answering system mode The answering system’s default factory setting is ON in order to answer and record messages. You can turn the answering system off, but if you do so, the answering system will not answer calls or record incoming messages. -
Page 46: Remote Access
Answering system operation Remote access Dial your telephone number from any touch- A two digit security code is required to access your tone telephone. answering system from any touch-tone telephone. This code is 19 by default, see Changing feature When system answers, enter two digit remote options (page 38) to change it. -
Page 47: Appendix
Appendix Screen icons, indicator lights & tones Screen icons & alert tones Screen icons The handset is in use. The handset speakerphone is in use. A headset is plugged into the handset and is in use. HANDSET Microphone is muted. 6 MISSED CALLS There are new voicemail messages. -
Page 48: Handset Display Screen Messages
Appendix Handset display screen messages Screen display messages XX MISSED CALLS There are new calls in the caller ID log. ALREADY SAVED The telephone number you have entered is already stored in the direc- tory. CALL LOG EMPTY You are accessing an empty call log. You have placed an intercom call to CALLING another handset. -
Page 49: Screen Display Messages
Appendix Handset display screen messages Screen display messages NEW VOICE MAIL There are new voicemail messages. NO LINE There is no telephone line connected. NOT AVAILABLE Someone else is already using the directory or call log which you are AT THIS TIME trying to access. -
Page 50: Troubleshooting
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call (800) 222-3. In Canada dial (866) 288-4268. My telephone • Make sure the battery is installed and charged correctly does not work (page 7). - Page 51 Appendix Troubleshooting I cannot dial out. • First, try all the above suggestions. • Make sure there is a dial tone before dialing. It is normal if the cordless handset takes a second or two to synchronize with the telephone before producing a dial tone. Wait an extra second before dialing.
- Page 52 Appendix Troubleshooting • It may be necessary to purchase a new battery. Please refer to the Battery installation & charging section of this user's manual (page 7). • The telephone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to the Limited warranty section of this user’s manual (page 6) for further instruction.
- Page 53 Appendix Troubleshooting • Other electronic products can cause interference to your cordless telephone. Try installing your telephone as far away as possible from the following electronic devices: wireless routers, radios, radio towers, pager towers, cellular telephones, digital telephones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, VCRs, personal computers, kitchen appliances, and other cordless telephones.
- Page 54 Appendix Troubleshooting • Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless telephone. Try installing your telephone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible. These devices include: routers, radios, radio towers, pager towers, cell phones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal computers, kitchen appliances and cordless telephones.
- Page 55 Appendix Troubleshooting • Disconnect the telephone base from the modular jack and plug in a corded telephone. If calls are still not clear, the problem is probably in the wiring or local service. Contact your local service company (charges may apply). •...
- Page 56 Appendix Troubleshooting The system does • Make sure you subscribe to caller ID with call waiting fea- not receive caller tures services provided by the local telephone company. ID or the system • The caller may not be calling from an area which supports does not display caller ID.
- Page 57 Appendix Troubleshooting The announce- • When recording the announcement, make sure you speak in ment message is a normal tone of voice about nine inches from the telephone not clear. base. • Make sure there is no background noise (television, music, traf- fic, etc.) when recording.
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Page 58: Important Safety Instructions
Appendix Important safety instructions This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear in this user’s manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock. Safety information •... - Page 59 Appendix Important safety instructions Especially about cordless telephones • Privacy: The same features that make a cordless phone convenient create some limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the base and the handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that your cordless phone con- versations could be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset.
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Page 60: Save These Instructions
Appendix Important safety instructions • Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do not burn or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury. The RBRC™... -
Page 61: Fcc Part 68 & Acta
Appendix FCC Part 68 & ACTA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical require- ments adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, a product identifier in the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. - Page 62 Appendix FCC Part 68 & ACTA If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store emer- gency telephone numbers (e.g., police, fire, medical) in these locations. If you do store or test emergency numbers, please: •...
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Page 63: Fcc Part 5
Appendix FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 5 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harm- ful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 64: Limited Warranty
Appendix Limited warranty The AT&T brand is used under license - any repair, replacement or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to: In the United States of America visit www.telephones.att.com or call (800) 222- 3. In Canada dial (866) 288-4268. . - Page 65 Appendix Limited warranty 4. What is not covered by this limited warranty? This limited warranty does not cover: • PRODUCT that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water, or other liquid intrusion; or •...
- Page 66 Appendix Limited warranty 6. What must you return with the PRODUCT to get warranty service? You must: a. Return the entire original package and contents including the PRODUCT to the service location along with a description of the malfunction or dif- ficulty;...
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Page 67: Technical Specifications
Appendix Technical specifications RF frequency band 2400 MHz — 2483.5 MHz (handset to base) RF frequency band 2400 MHz — 2483.5 MHz — 2483.5 MHz 2483.5 MHz (base to handset) Channels Operating temperature 32°F — 22°F 0°C — 50°C Telephone base voltage AC7V 60Hz (AC adapter input) Telephone base voltage... -
Page 68: Index
Appendix Index Alert tones, 44 FCC and ACTA, 58 Answering calls, Answering system, 35-43 Announcement, 37 Hands-free use, Handset locator, 3 Headset, 0 Battery charging, 7 Battery installation, 7 Belt clip, 0 Brightness, 23 Important safety instructions, 55 Intercom, 6 Intercom call transfer, 7 Incoming call log, 34... - Page 69 Appendix Index Operating range, 64 Wall mounting, 8 Wallpaper, 22 Warranty, 6 Part checklist, 4 Predial, Power adapter, 6 Quick reference guide, 2-3 Receiving calls, Recharging, 7 Redial, 2 Remote access, 43 Ring silencing, 2 Ringer melody, 2 Ringer volume, 24 Screen display messages, 45 Screen icons, 44...
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Page 70: Remote Access Wallet Card
Turn system off or on ..0 End remote access call ..8 (or hang up) 2.4 GHz Cordless telephone/answering system E2913B/E1113B © 2007 Advanced American Telephones. All rights reserved. AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Knowledge Ventures, licensed to Advanced American Telephones. Printed in China. - Page 71 www.telephones.att.com © 2007 Advanced American Telephones. All rights reserved. AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Knowledge Ventures, licensed to Advanced American Telephones. Printed in China. Issue 2 AT&T 03/07. 91-001095-020-100...
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