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5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 2 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Section Welcome… to your BT Synergy 3505 digital cordless telephone and answering machine Digital call quality with a range of up to 300 metres outdoors and up to 50 metres indoors (in ideal conditions).
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 3 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Section This User Guide provides you with all Got everything? the information you need to get the BT Synergy 3505 answering machine base most from your phone.
WARNING Location Do not place your BT Synergy 3505 in the bathroom or other You need to place your BT Synergy 3505 within 2 metres humid areas. of a mains power and telephone socket so that the Handset range cables will reach.
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New 4. After 16 hours, plug one end of the telephone line cord batteries can be obtained from the into your BT Synergy 3505 base and the other end into BT Synergy Helpline 0870 605 8047. the telephone wall socket.
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5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 9 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Getting started Range indicator symbol on your handset display indicates when you are in range of the base. If the symbol...
Answer Mode Base ringer volume Level 3 Base loudspeaker volume Level 5 PIN code 0000 Dialling mode Tone Your BT Synergy 3505 is now ready for use and the answering machine is set to ON.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 11 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Getting started If you have purchased a BT Synergy 3505 Multiple pack 1. Connect the mains power adaptor to the charger and Keep the charger connected to mains power at all times.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 13 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Getting to know your phone Base/answering machine buttons Skip backward Lets you skip back through Page your messages and memos, Press to page the handset, page 44.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 14 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Getting to know your phone Display icons – This is where the icons will appear. Standby screen To change the name of...
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 15 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Getting to know your phone Navigating the menus Your BT Synergy 3505 handset has a menu system which is easy to use. Each menu has a list of options, which you can see on the menu map on the following page.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 16 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Getting to know your phone Menu map TAM MENU Phonebook Setup Handset Register TAM MENU List Base Vol Beep...
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 17 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the phone Switch handset on/off When the handset is off and it is placed back on the base it will 1.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 18 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the phone Receiving calls Caller Display If you have subscribed to your When the phone rings, the display shows...
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 19 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the phone Handsfree To switch back to the handset at any time, press again. Handsfree lets you talk to your caller without holding the During a handsfree call, press handset.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:02 PM Page 20 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the phone Redial Any number entered during a call after a will not be saved The last 5 numbers called are stored in the redial list for in the redial list.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 21 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the phone Paging Paging calls cannot be answered by a handset. You can alert handset users that they are wanted or locate a missing handset.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 22 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the phone 5. Press NUMBER? is displayed, enter the telephone Phonebook with Caller Display If you subscribe to a Caller Display...
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 24 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Handset settings Keypad beeps When you press a button on your handset, you hear a beep. You can switch the beeps on and off.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 25 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Handset settings External/Internal ringer melody You can set different melodies for internal and external calls. There are 5 melodies to choose from.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 26 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Handset settings Auto talk When the handset it on the base, you can answer a call just by picking it up. When auto talk is switched off, you will always have to press to answer a call.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 27 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Handset settings Language To return the handset to English: 1. Press then three times. You can change the language used on the handset 2.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 28 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Base settings Section Ringer volume Select from volumes 1 to 5 or turn the ringer off completely if you do not want to be disturbed.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 29 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Base settings Select a base If a handset it registered to more than one base, you can select which one it will use. (For more information on registering your handset to another base, see page 53.)
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5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 30 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Base settings Default settings You can reset your BT Synergy 3505 to its If you reset your phone you will delete any Phonebook, Redial and original/default settings.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 32 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Caller Display and Call Waiting Section IMPORTANT Caller Display To use Caller Display and Call Waiting you must first subscribe to...
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 33 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Caller Display and Call Waiting 2. Press to display the caller’s number, press again to see the time and date of the call.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 34 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Caller Display and Call Waiting Delete an entry 1. Press to open the calls list then scroll to the entry you want and press 2.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 35 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Caller Display and Call Waiting Accept a Call Waiting call You can use to switch back and forth between the two calls If, during a call, you hear the call waiting beep: without disconnecting either.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 36 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Section Section Your BT Synergy 3505 can digitally record up to 12 minutes of messages. Each message can be up to a maximum of 3 minutes long.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 37 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Message display on the base Display Meaning (BLANK) Power off. C-0 (flashing) Day/Time needs to be set.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:05 PM Page 38 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Switch on/off When first connected to the mains, your BT Synergy 3505 is set to ON and Answer and Record.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:06 PM Page 39 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine The pre-recorded message is “Hello, your call cannot be taken at the moment, so please leave your message after the tone.”...
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5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:06 PM Page 40 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Your message is played back and the menu is announced again. 5. Press and hold to return to standby.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 41 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Check the outgoing message Via the base: Ans. 1. Press . The unit will announce “Answer on, your outgoing message is”, and play your current outgoing...
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 42 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine To set Answer Only, press will flash alternately in the display. Your chosen setting is announced over the loudspeaker.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 43 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine 3. Press to delete it. The pre-recorded outgoing message is played back and reinstated. 4. Press and hold to return to standby.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 44 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Audible message alert When this feature is switched On, your BT Synergy 3505 will beep every 10 seconds to alert you to new messages.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 45 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Press to replay the current message. Press again replay the previous message. Delete individual messages...
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 46 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Using the answering machine via the If the base is already in use when you try to access the answering...
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5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 47 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Operating answering machine via the handset Play a a l l l l messages. Play n n e e w w messages only.
Memos Memos can be any length, up to the maximum recording capacity of You can record a memo on your BT Synergy 3505 for 12 minutes. another user of your phone. Memos are stored and You cannot record a memo using the base unit.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 49 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Using the answering machine Call screening when handset is off base Calls can also be screened at the base unit, please see page 45.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 50 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Remote access Section You can operate your answering machine from any Keep a note of your remote access code in the space provided on Touchtone telephone by calling your BT Synergy 3505 page 71.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 51 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Remote access 3. Press within eight seconds. You will hear “Answer on”. If you have any new messages, they will be played after you have entered your security code.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:15 PM Page 52 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Remote access Operating your answering machine from another phone When you have accessed your answering machine remotely, the menu announces the options available to you.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:16 PM Page 53 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Additional handsets & bases Section IMPORTANT Up to 5 handsets can be registered and operated from Each additional handset you buy any one BT Synergy 3505 base.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:16 PM Page 54 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Additional handsets & bases The display shows BS 1 2 3 4 . The numbers that are flashing indicate other bases that the handset is already registered to.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:16 PM Page 55 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Additional handsets & bases Internal calls If you have more than one handset registered to the base, you can make internal calls between handsets.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:16 PM Page 56 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Additional handsets & bases 3-way conversation You can talk to an external caller and an internal caller at the same time on your handset.
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5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:16 PM Page 57 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Additional handsets & bases 4. Scroll to select the option you want, either BASE and press HS 1-5 Display shows RINGS 1-9 5.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:16 PM Page 58 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Connecting to a fax machine Section Most fax machines and modems are designed to work IMPORTANT Check in your fax machine user...
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:16 PM Page 59 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Connecting to a fax machine Setting up your answering machine We recommend you set your BT Synergy 3505 to answer calls after 2, 3 or 4 calls.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:16 PM Page 60 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Help Section Replacing the handset batteries After a time, you may find that the handset batteries are running out of charge more quickly.
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5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:21 PM Page 61 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Help Problems Possible cause You cannot link up flashing in the display? You may be out of with the base station range, move closer to the base.
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5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:21 PM Page 62 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Help Problems Possible cause Check that you are using the correct power adaptor plug. BT Synergy 3505 base – Item Code 005391.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:21 PM Page 63 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Help Problems Possible cause Fax machine interrupts The fax may be detecting periods of silence during the callers trying to leave incoming message and switching to fax reception mode.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:21 PM Page 64 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 General information IMPORTANT This equipment is not designed for making emergency telephone call when the power fails. Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:21 PM Page 65 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 General information It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a medical expert before using this product.
Guarantee Your BT Synergy 3505 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 Synergy 3505 or any component thereof, (other than batteries), which is identified as faulty or below standard, or as a result of inferior workmanship of materials.
If you experience difficulty using the product, prior to returning it, please read the Help section beginning on page 60, or contact the BT Synergy Helpline on 0870 605 8047, 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and 9.30am to 2.30pm Saturday.
Hereby, Suncorp Technologies declares that this BT Synergy 3505 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The Declaration of Conformance for the BT Synergy 3505 is published on the website: http://www.suncorptech.com/bt Connecting to a switchboard This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to public telephone network and compatible switchboards, which support tone dialling and timed break recall.
5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:21 PM Page 71 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 General information Length of pause You can also adjust the length of the pause to 3 or 5 seconds, according to the switchboard.
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5675 BT Synergy 3505 UG [4] 11/11/03 4:21 PM Page 72 BT Synergy 3505 – Edition 4 – 11.11.03 – 5675 Visit us at www.bt.com Offices worldwide The telecommunications services described in this publication are subject to availability and may be modified from time to time.
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