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User’s manual TL7100 Handset lifter for use with AT&T models TL7610/TL7611...
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You can also visit our website at www.telephones.att.com 1 (800) 222-3111. or call 1 (866) 288-4268. In Canada, dial Model number: TL7100 Type: Handset lifter Serial number: (found on the bottom of the handset lifter) Purchase date: Place of purchase: Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to return this product for warranty service.
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Parts checklist Check to make sure the handset lifter package includes the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary. User’s manual TL7100 Handset lifter for use with AT&T models TL7610/TL7611 User's manual...
User’s manual TL7100 Handset lifter for use with AT&T models TL7610/TL7611 Table of contents Getting started Quick reference guide - handset lifter ........... 1 Handset lifter installation ................3 Connect the TL7610/TL7611 headset base ........3 Installation preparation ................4 TL7610/TL7611 headset base installation ........
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Handset lifter operation Make and answer calls ................14 Make a call with the corded handset ..........14 Make and answer a call with the handset lifter and cordless headset..................15 Make and answer a call with a multi-line telephone and the handset lifter..................
Getting started Quick reference guide - handset lifter SENSOR ADJ knob Adjusts the sensitivity of the ring detector (page 12). ADJUST LIFTER knob Adjusts the height of the lifter arm (page 8). Lifter arm Holds the corded telephone handset. Switch hook presser When the headset base is set to LIFTER MODE, pressing ON/OFF...
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Getting started Quick reference guide - handset lifter RING ON/OFF Press to turn the ring detector on or off. When the ring detector is off, the cordless headset does not ring (page 12). Switch hook presser adjustment knob Adjusts the position of the switch hook presser (page 8).
Getting started Handset lifter installation The TL7100 lifter works with the TL7610/TL7611 DECT 6.0 cord- less headset by using the TL7610/TL7611 base adapter to pro- vide a complete communication solution for most corded tele- phones. The lifter raises and lowers its switch hook presser to answer, make and end phone calls.
Getting started Handset lifter installation Installation preparation Before installing the headset base, remove the rear bottom piece of the headset base by pushing it away from the base. Install the headset base as shown on page 5. After completing installation, slide the rear bottom piece towards the headset base until it clicks into place.
Getting started Handset lifter installation TL7610/TL7611 headset base installation 1. Unplug the curly handset cord from the telephone and plug it into the CURLY CORD jack (light blue dot) on the headset base. 2. Plug one end of the telephone line cord (provided with the headset base) into the base handset jack on the telephone where the curly handset cord was plugged in.
Getting started Handset lifter installation Adjust the corded handset audio 1. Make sure that LIFTER MODE light on the headset base is on. Press the MODE button on the headset base to change the mode. 2. Lift the corded handset to release the switch hook.
Getting started Handset lifter installation Attach the lifter 1. To choose where to install the lifter on your telephone, look at the space underneath the corded handset. If there is a speaker, the lifter should be centered over the speaker. If there is no speaker, the lifter should be centered within the space.
Getting started Handset lifter installation Adjust the switch hook presser position Turn the knob to move the switch hook presser until it is lined up with your telephone switch hook. Adjust the height of the lifter arm Turn the ADJUST LIFTER knob to change the height of the lifter arm.
Getting started Handset lifter installation Lifter adjustments and testing 1. Make sure that the headset base is set to LIFTER MODE and the LIFTER AUDIO ADJUST setting is correct. 2. Turn the switch hook presser adjustment knob until the switch hook presser is just above the switch hook (see page 8).
Getting started Handset lifter installation Installation of large lifter pad (optional) If the small lifter pad cannot hold the corded handset steadily, you can attach a large lifter pad (provided) to enlarge the contact area. 1. Hold the large lifter pad in front of the small lifter pad as shown below.
The internal or auxiliary ring detector detects the telephone ringer and sends a ring tone to the headset earpiece. If you installed the TL7100 lifter over the top of the corded phone speaker, the internal ring detector will recognize when the phone rings.
Getting started About internal and auxiliary ring detectors Ring detector on/off When the ring detector detects an incoming call, it sends a ring tone to the headset earpiece. • Press the RING ON/OFF button on the lifter to turn the ring detector on or off.
Getting started About internal and auxiliary ring detectors STATUS light • On when the headset is not in use and the ring detector is turned off. • Flashes slowly when the headset is in use and the ring detector is turned off. Blue •...
Handset lifter operation Make and answer calls Make a call with the corded handset As indicated below, lifting the handset causes the lifter arm to rise and release the switch hook. When you hear a dial tone through the handset, you can dial normally using the dial pad.
Handset lifter operation Make and answer calls Make and answer a call with the handset lifter and cordless headset You can use the cordless headset to make, answer and end calls without using the corded handset. Make a call: 1. Press ON/ on the headset.
Handset lifter operation Make and answer calls Make and answer a call with a multi-line telephone and the handset lifter Make a call: Press ON/ on the headset. You hear a dial tone in the headset earpiece. To change to a different telephone line, you need to select the line on your telephone.
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your handset lifter, please try the suggestions below. For customer service, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com 1 (800) 222–3111 , or call 1 (866) 288-4268 In Canada, dial The switch hook presser doesn’t rise at all. Make sure that LIFTER MODE light on the headset base is on.
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Appendix Troubleshooting • If you cannot hear a dial tone when the headset is on, you should adjust the quality of the corded handset audio first. During a call, slide the LIFTER AUDIO ADJUST switch at the side of the headset base from A to G until you obtain good sound quality.
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Appendix Troubleshooting I cannot dial out on the headset when the headset base is set to LIFTER MODE. • Try all the suggestions above. • Make sure you have a dial tone before dialing. dialing. . It is normal for a telephone base to take a second or two before producing a dial tone.
Appendix Maintenance Taking care of your handset lifter • Your lifter contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. • Avoid rough treatment. • Place the lifter down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your lifter if you ever need to ship them. Avoid water •...
Appendix Important safety information 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 •...
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Appendix Important safety information • Install this product in a protected location where no one can trip over any line or power cords. Protect cords from damage or abrasion. • If this product does not operate normally, see the Troubleshooting section on pages 17-19 of this user’s manual.
Appendix FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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 1 (800) 222-3111 or call 1 (866) 288-4268 In Canada, call 1.
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Appendix Limited warranty 3. How long is the limited warranty period? The limited warranty period for the PRODUCT extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase. If the manufacturer repairs or replaces a materially defective PRODUCT under the terms of this limited warranty, this limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement PRODUCT for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement PRODUCT is...
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Appendix Limited warranty • PRODUCT returned without a valid proof of purchase (see item 6 below); -or- • Charges for installation or setup, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit. 5. How do you get warranty service? To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, visit www.telephones.att.com 1 (800) 222-3111...
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Appendix Limited warranty Include a “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the PRODUCT purchased (PRODUCT model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number. 7. Other limitations This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and the manufacturer of this AT&T branded PRODUCT.
Index Index Adjust Install corded handset audio 6 auxiliary ring detector 11 height of the lifter arm 8 headset base 5 sensitivity level 12 Internal ring detector 11 switch hook presser position 8 Answer a call 15, 16 Large lifter pad 10 Anti-slip pad 10 Limited warranty 24–27 Attach lifter 7...
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