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Qwest Q1960 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 1...
  • Page 2 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 2 Congratulations on your purchase of the Qwest Call Waiting ID cordless telephone (Q1960). This phone is designed for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance utilizing the latest in 900 MHz Digital Spread Spectrum technology.
  • Page 3 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 3 call talk waiting call id menu pqrs wxyz oper tone memory redial/p select voice mail status open backup battery messages page/find...
  • Page 4 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 4 1. Handset antenna 22. Handset clip storage 2. Headset jack cover 23. Spare battery charge compartment 3. Handset battery compartment 24. Base charging contacts 4. Ringer off-on switch 25. Base antenna 5. Handset earpiece 26.
  • Page 5 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 5 Getting Started Introduction / Features.......inside front cover Controls and Functions ......inside front cover Getting Started Basics Read this first ..............2 Step 1: Checking the package contents......3 Step 2: Setting up the base unit.........4 Mounting the base unit on a wall ....7 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack ......9 Basics Telephone...
  • Page 6 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 6 This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps; Step 1 (page 3) Unpack and check the telephone and accessories. Step 2 (page 4 to 8) Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit.
  • Page 7 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 7 Make sure you have received the following items in the package. • Base unit • Handset •AC adapter (AD-420) • Rechargeable • Telephone line • Wall mount adapter battery pack cord (2) (BT-999) (2) •...

  • Page 8: Choose The Best Location

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 8 Do the following steps. • Choose the best location • Connect the base unit • Choose the dialing mode Choose the best location Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS brochure.

  • Page 9: Connect The Base Unit

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 9 Connect the base unit If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 7. Place the power cord so it does not create a trip hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard.

  • Page 10: Choose The Dialing Mode

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 10 Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter. Polarity of the plug Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply. Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug the AC adapter easily.

  • Page 11: Standard Wall Plate Mounting

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 11 Standard wall plate mounting This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate. Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base. Plug the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack.
  • Page 12 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 12 On the base unit, pull the handset retainer out of the slot. Rotate it clockwise 180 degrees. Flip the retainer from front to If the handset beltclip is back. Slide it back into the slot so attached, you cannot that the lip of the retainer is up charge the handset with...
  • Page 13 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 13 Charge the battery pack for more than 17 hours before you start using your phone. Press in on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off. Install the nickel-cadmium battery with the label facing down.

  • Page 14: Charging Optional Battery Packs

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 14 Charging optional battery packs The base unit of your phone is equipped with a compartment for charging an extra battery pack for use in your handset. 1. Pull the cover of battery charger. 2. Put the battery pack in the compartment with contacts facing down.

  • Page 15: On-Hook Dialing

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:27 PM Page 15 On-hook dialing Enter the phone number. (Up to 32 digits.) Example: Enter 8171234567 Press if you enter a wrong number at the step 1. Press . “Talk” flashes on the display. You must press a key Then the volume setting is displayed.

  • Page 16: Off-Hook Dialing

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 16 Off-hook dialing Press . “Talk” flashes on the display. Then the volume setting is displayed. For example, if the volume is set to high the display shows: The call-time display appears. Dial the phone number. Example: Enter 8171234567 To hang up, press or place the handset...
  • Page 17 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 17 Phone rings. . “ Talk” and volume Press setting appears on the display. Talk with the caller. To hang up, press or place the handset on the base. The call time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. AutoTalk when ringing When the AutoTalk setting is on and there is an incoming call, simply lift the handset from the base unit to answer the phone.

  • Page 18: Ringer Volume

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 18 Ringer volume In the standby mode, press on the handset to set the handset ringer volume. There are two ringer volume settings; High and Low. Ringer on/off switch This switch turns the handset ringer on or off. rin ge r of f ri n g e r...
  • Page 19 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 19 The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed. On-hook redialing Press The phone number that was last dialed appears on the display. If the recently dialed number exceeds 32 digits, Press again. only the first 32 digits are Each press of will display...
  • Page 20 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 20 Off-hook redialing Press “Talk” appears flashing on the display. Press The last number dialed will be displayed. Only the last number dialed can be accessed while off-hook. To hang up, press or place the handset on the base.
  • Page 21 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 21 Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key strokes. You can store up to 20 phone numbers in the memory. In memory dialing operation, you must press Press and hold until a key within 20 seconds or “Memory Store”...
  • Page 22 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 22 Press “Store Number” is displayed. The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the number to be entered. Use the number keypad or to enter the phone number. The phone number cannot exceed 20 digits.
  • Page 23 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 23 On-hook memory dialing Press The handset displays your programmed memory locations. If you press before , you can confirm the name and number stored in the selected memory location. Press or enter a two-digit number (01 - 20) to select the memory location you would like to dial.
  • Page 24 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 24 Off-hook memory dialing Press “Talk” flashes and the volume setting appears. Press Enter a two-digit number (01 - 20) to select the memory location of the desired phone number. The selected phone number is displayed.
  • Page 25 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 25 Press and hold until the display shows the memory screen and any saved name/number. Press or enter a two-digit number (01 - 20) to select the memory location you would like to edit. Press The following screen appears with the memory location number that you have selected in the display.
  • Page 26 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 26 Use the dial keypad, to edit the phone number. The phone number cannot exceed 20 digits. (See page 18.) When the phone number will not be edited, skip this step. Press The handset beeps and displays the confirmation screen.
  • Page 27 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 27 Press and hold until the display shows the memory screen and any saved name/number. Press or enter a two-digit number (01 - 20) to select the memory location you would like to edit. Press The following screen appears with the memory location number that you have selected in the display.

  • Page 28: Message Waiting Indicator

    Programming Voice Messaging Access If you subscribe to voice messaging service, you can use your Q1960 to access your voice mailbox. The messages light on the base of your phone flashes whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. Just...
  • Page 29 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 29 To locate the handset Press on the base. The handset beeps for 60 seconds. The following screen appears; Press any key on the handset to end. When an incoming call is received during paging, paging is stopped and the telephone is switched to the incoming call.

  • Page 30: Setting Caller Id Options

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 30 You must subscribe to the Caller ID service to use this feature. When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the caller's name and phone number on the display before you answer the phone. The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time, and the number of calls.
  • Page 31 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 31 When the Caller ID message is received, the display shows the caller’s phone number, along with the date and time. The incoming call information is stored in Caller ID record. If the Caller ID service includes the caller’s name, the caller's name appears on the display (up to 15 letters).
  • Page 32 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 32 The Caller ID list stores information for up to 50 incoming calls - even unanswered calls. In Caller ID operation, if Press no key is pressed for more The summary screen appears. than 20 seconds, an error The screen shows the number of new tone sounds and the messages and total messages.

  • Page 33: Deleting Information From The Caller Id List

    Page 33 Deleting information from the Caller ID list The Q1960 stores up to 50 messages. If the phone receives the 51st message, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually.
  • Page 34 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:28 PM Page 34 Deleting all Caller ID name/numbers Press Press If you get an incoming call, the deleting operation is cancelled. Press to select “Yes” or “No”. Press When the pointer is at “Yes”: A beep tone sounds and all stored Caller ID messages are deleted.

  • Page 35: Calling A Party From The Caller Id List

    5:28 PM Page 35 Calling a party from the Caller ID list You can place a call from the Caller ID list. The Q1960 stores up to 50 messages. Press Select the phone number that you want to dial by pressing When a long distance call has been set, “1”...

  • Page 36: Storing Caller Id Messages In Memory Dialing

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:29 PM Page 36 Storing Caller ID messages in Memory dialing Messages shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing. Using the incoming call information (i.e., Caller ID list), the phone number of the party on the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing.
  • Page 37 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:29 PM Page 37 “Caller ID” and “Call Waiting” are separate services. Call Waiting ID performs the same as regular Caller ID on a call waiting number. You must subscribe to the “Call Waiting ID services” before you can use the following features.
  • Page 38 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:29 PM Page 38 The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary. The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically set.

  • Page 39: To Attach The Beltclip

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:29 PM Page 39 To attach the beltclip To remove the beltclip Insert the beltclip into the holes on Pull both sides of the beltclip to each side of the handset. Press down release the tabs from the holes. until it clicks.

  • Page 40: Battery Replacement And Handling

    QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:29 PM Page 40 Battery replacement RECYCLING NICKEL- and handling CADMIUM BATTERIES When the operating time NICKEL- becomes short, even after a CADMIUM battery is recharged, please replace BATTERIES the battery. MUST BE With normal usage, your battery DISPOSED OF Ni-Cd should last about one year.
  • Page 41 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:29 PM Page 41 If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Suggestion Symptom • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged The status LED won't into the base unit and wall outlet. come on when the handset is placed in the •...
  • Page 42 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:29 PM Page 42 General The Q1960 complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68. Frequency control: Modulation: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum; DBPSK Operating temperature: 0°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F) Base unit Frequency: 904.2 MHz to 925.8 MHz (20 channel)
  • Page 43 QT1960_OM 4/6/01 5:29 PM Page 43 P, Q Adjusting ringer and Package contents ......3 earpiece volume......14 Paging ........25 Advanced Calling Features ..24 Area Codes.......26 Receiving a call ......13 Redialing a call......15 Battery pack Ringer volume ......14 Preparing and charging ..9 Replacement and Setting up the Base unit .....4 handling ......36...
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