ClearSounds A600 Operating Manual

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ClearSounds
A600 DECT 6.0
Amplified Freedom
Phone
with Full ClearDigital
Power
1 – ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 Operating Manual ® ClearSounds A600 DECT 6.0 ™ Amplified Freedom Phone ™ with Full ClearDigital Power 1 – ENGLISH...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PRIOR TO USE Pg. 4 .... Congratulations Pg. 5-6 ..Important Safety Instructions Pg. 7-9 ..Location of Controls Pg. 10-11 ..Keys Descriptions Pg. 12 ..LCD Icons Descriptions Pg. 13-16 ..Installation Steps MENU NAVIGATION Pg.
  • Page 3 Pg. 34 ..Keys Tones Set-up Pg. 35 ..One-Touch Memory Pg. 36-37 ..Mute, Redial Pg. 37-38 ..Languages DISPLAY SETTINGS Pg. 38-39 ..Set Contrast Pg. 39-40 ..Set Date & Time Pg. 40 ..LCD Description Pg. 40 ..Reviewing Voice Mail Messages CALLER ID (CID) Pg.
  • Page 4: Prior To Use

    Important FCC Information for Customers INDUSTRY CANADA WARRANTY POLICY PRIOR TO USE Congratulations on your purchase of the A600 phone from ClearSounds Communications . Please read this User Manual ® carefully in order to get the best use out of your new phone. This phone is designed for individuals with mild to severe hearing loss.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    WARNING: The A600 phone is capable of amplifying sounds to a loud volume. It is important to instruct all potential users of its proper operation.
  • Page 6 into an outlet, it is suggested you use a surge protector. A surge protector will prevent power surges from damaging your phone. Surge protectors are simple devices available at your local hardware store. WARNING: Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can increase the risk of fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 7: Location Of Controls

    PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS LOCATION OF CONTROLS █ Handset 1 Visual Phone Ringer & 17 Carrying Clip Amplify Indicator Light 2 (4) 1-Touch Memory Dial Keys 18 Speaker 3 Large LCD/Caller ID Screen 19 Battery Compartment Cover 4 Right Soft Key 20 Charging Contacts 5 Right/Redial Key 6 End Key...
  • Page 8 LOCATION OF CONTROLS (continued) LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE TOP OF BASE REAR OF BASE 8 – ENGLISH...
  • Page 9 TOP OF BASE 21 Speaker 22 Page Key 23 Delete Key 24 Skip Key 25 Repeat Key 26 Play/Stop Key 27 Charging pins 28 Base display 29 Microphone 30 Answering Machine On/Off Key 31 Volume Up Key 32 Volume Down Key 33 Announce1 Key 34 Announce2 Key LEFT SIDE...
  • Page 10: Keys Descriptions

    █ KEYS DESCRIPTIONS Handset Dial Key Make/Answer a call Activates the speakerphone if pressed during a call, as described on page 22 End Key End a call Long press to activate power on/off, as described on page 24 Navigation Key: Up scroll for lists and menu options Increase the earpiece/speakerphone volume during a call...
  • Page 11 Soft Keys – Two soft keys are used to select functions displayed directly above each of the soft keys (on the bottom line of the display). Functions displayed above the soft key will change as you move through the menu. Star Key - Press and hold to turn on/off keypad lock function, as described on page 63 Set up a conference call, as described on page 63...
  • Page 12 █ LCD WINDOW ICONS DECRIPTIONS New Call (top center) Indicates you have missed one or more calls Message Waiting (top center) Indicates you have one or more voice mail messages Off Hook (top right) Indicates the line is engaged Hands-Free (top right) Indicates the hands-free function (handset speakerphone) is engaged, as described on page 22 Battery Icon (top right)
  • Page 13: Installation Steps

    If, at any time, you have questions about your phone after reading this manual, please contact the ClearSounds ® Customer Service Department at 1-800-965-9043. 1. PARTS CHECKLIST Check the contents of the box - The A600 should contain: Phone base Cordless Handset Batteries Phone...
  • Page 14 REAR OF BASE Desk / Table Mounting 1. Connect one end of the 6 ft phone cord to the line jack on the back of the base and connect the other end to a modular phone jack. 2. Plug the AC power adapter into the jack on the back of the base, then plug the AC adapter into a standard electrical outlet or surge protector.
  • Page 15 5. Holding the base slightly above the mounting screws on the wall jack, push the base against the mounting screws so they are hooked into the left and right keyhole slots on the back of the phone. Slowly slide the base down until it snaps into place.
  • Page 16 Charging the Handset 1. Place the handset into the base. The LCD screen will light up and you will hear a beep to indicate charging has begun. 2. Important: Before initial operation, you should fully charge the handset for at least 15 hours. 3.
  • Page 17: Menu Navigation

    MENU NAVIGATION █ MENU Screen Navigation If you press the Back soft key from any menu, the phone returns to the previous screen. To return to the main screen at any time, press . The phone will automatically return to the main screen from any menu if no key is pressed for 1 minute.
  • Page 18: Menu Map

    MENU MAP – this identifies how the menu is displayed for navigation Main Menu Submenu I Submenu II CID (Caller ID) Book Add to PB (p.44) (p.41) Delete (p.44) Delete All (p.44) Phonebook (PB) New (p.58) (p.57) Edit (p.60) Delete (p.61) Delete All (p.61) PB Status (p.61) BS (Base) Settings...
  • Page 19: Registering The Handset

    TAM (Telephone Answering Machine) Menu Map Main Menu Submenu I Submenu II Announce (p.49) Message (p.52) New MSG (p.53) Saved MSG (p.53) Delete All (p.54) Memo Record (p.55) TAM Setting (p.47) TAM On/Off (p.46) TAM Alert (p.48) ANNC Select (p.48) Set Ring (p.47) TAM Language (p.47) TAM Default (p.57)
  • Page 20 31. █ Using the Handset Amplification Function Your ClearSounds A600 is equipped with a specialized ® amplification function designed to adjust to your needs. Flexibility in the management of amplification and tone is important when trying to achieve listening clarity. Be sure to try all levels of amplification and tone to find the best level for your hearing needs.
  • Page 21 When the phone hangs up, the amplify setting will reset to OFF. Your ClearSounds A600 comes from the factory preset for ® Auto Amplification set to OFF. To change this setting: 1. Press the Menu soft key to display the main menu list.
  • Page 22 █ Using your Handset Speakerphone The handset has a built-in speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, you can enjoy the convenience of hands-free conversation. To activate the speakerphone In standby mode: 1. Press twice to turn the speakerphone on. The icon will appear on the LCD. 2.
  • Page 23 (outside calls) and internal calls (INT) received from other A600 handsets registered to the base. 1. Press the Menu soft key to display the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to HS Settings and then press the Select soft key.
  • Page 24 █ Turning the Handset “Power On/Off” Mode The A600 handset can be turned to “Power Off” mode, which can be a convenient way to prevent the phone from ringing without having to change the ringer setting. When you turn the handset to “Power Off”...
  • Page 25: Answering A Call

    █ Answering a Call Handset out of the base 1. To answer a call, press and speak into the handset. 2. Adjust your volume and tone settings if needed. 3. To end the call, press or replace the handset to the base.
  • Page 26 Dialing from the Memory M1 – M4 keys Press one of the M1 – M4 memory dial keys and the phone will automatically begin to dial (see page 35 on how to program the memory dial keys). NOTE: If you turn the Key Lock feature on, the M1 –...
  • Page 27 █ Dialing Mode Setting Your ClearSounds A600 comes from the factory preset for ® touch-tone service. Should you need to change this setting based on the type of phone service you have, use Tone for touch-tone service or Pulse for rotary dialing. NOTE: If you are not sure which dialing mode to select, please contact your local phone service provider.
  • Page 28 If you subscribe to Call Waiting service from your local phone provider, during a phone call you will hear a beep to indicate another call is waiting on the line. 1. To connect to the waiting call, press the Flash soft key, and your original call is put on hold and the display will show R.
  • Page 29: Base Reset

    █ Delete/Terminate Handset This function allows you to delete a handset that is registered to the base. 1. Press the Menu soft key to display the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to BS Settings and then press the Select soft key.
  • Page 30: Handset Name

    PHONE HANDSET SETTINGS Reminder: Press the Back soft key from any menu to return to the previous screen. To return to the main screen, press . Otherwise, after 1 minute, the phone will automatically return to the main screen from any menu if no key is pressed. █...
  • Page 31: Base Selection

    Your ClearSounds ® A600 comes from the factory preset for Out of Range Alarm ON. To change this setting: 1. Press the Menu soft key to display the main menu list.
  • Page 32: Audio Setting

    Save soft key. Auto Answer Setting █ Your ClearSounds A600 comes from the factory preset for ® Auto Answer set to OFF. With this feature turned on, when the phone is in the base, you can answer a call by simply picking up the handset from the base.
  • Page 33 █ Talking Setting Caller ID Your ClearSounds A600 comes from the factory preset for ® Talking Caller ID Mode set to ON and will announce the caller’s number between rings. To change this setting: 1. Press the Menu soft key to display the main menu list.
  • Page 34 Dialing Your ClearSounds A600 comes from the factory preset for ® Talking Dialing Mode set to ON. This feature allows you to pre-dial the number you wish to call and you will hear the number announced as you dial as well as display the numbers on the LCD.
  • Page 35: One-Touch Memory

    █ One-Touch Memory Setting & Dialing Your phone allows you to program 4 frequently dialed numbers. Each memory key can store up to 20 digits. You can insert one 3 second pause into dialing or memory storage in order to access custom and telebanking services, long distance, calling cards, etc.
  • Page 36: Redial Function

    █ Mute Setting During a conversation, you can temporarily switch your phone’s microphone off to have a private, off-line conversation by using the MUTE feature. The party on the phone cannot hear you but you can hear them. A conversation can be muted while using the handset, speakerphone or hands-free headset feature.
  • Page 37: Language Setting

    Use Redial List Options You can add a number to the phonebook from your redial list or delete a number in your redial list. 1. Press right on the navigation key in standby mode. 2. Scroll to the desired number by using up or down 3.
  • Page 38: Languages

    3. Press up or down to select Language and then press the Select soft key. 4. The languages will be displayed. Press up or down to scroll through the language options. Each language will be displayed in its own native translation. 5.
  • Page 39: Set Date & Time

    3. Press up or down to scroll to LCD Contrast and then press the Select soft key. 4. Press up or down to scroll through the available contrast levels (0-16) and then press the Save soft key. If you have Caller ID service, the date and hour will be automatically set when you receive your first call.
  • Page 40: Lcd Description

    24 – Hour format. LCD DESCRIPTION █ Your ClearSounds A600 has a large LCD screen that ® provides useful information. Your screen has a backlight that automatically switches off after 10 seconds of inactivity.
  • Page 41: Caller Id (Cid)

    CALLER ID (CID) OPERATION Reminder: Press the Back soft key from any menu to return to the previous screen. To return to the main screen, press . Otherwise, after 1 minute, the phone will automatically return to the main screen from any menu if no key is pressed. In order to utilize the Caller ID features, you must subscribe to Caller ID service through you local phone service provider.
  • Page 42: Talking Caller Id

    █ Talking Caller ID Setting Your ClearSounds A600 comes from the factory preset for ® Talking Caller ID Mode set to ON and will announce the caller’s number between rings. To change this setting: 1. Press the Menu soft key to display the main menu list.
  • Page 43 █ Caller ID List Viewing the Caller List As calls are received and stored, the icon is displayed on the LCD. If the Caller ID memory is full, the icon will flash on the LCD. Records will be listed in the order they were received. To scroll through the CID records: Method 1: From the main screen, press up to access the CID...
  • Page 44 Deleting a Single Caller List Record 1. Press the Menu soft key to display the main menu list. 2. Press the Select soft key to select CID Book. 3. Press up or down to locate the desired record and press the More soft key. 4.
  • Page 45: Phone Answering Machine (Tam) Pg. 45-46

    6. The display shows “Number ?”. Press the Erase soft key to erase the number shown and enter the desired number or leave the number that is displayed and press the Next soft key. 7. Press up or down to select from Melody 1 – Melody 10 and then press the Save soft key.
  • Page 46: Turn On/Off

    Delete Key While playing an incoming message, press and hold this key to delete the current message. When the answering machine is ON, press and hold this key to delete all of the messages. Repeat Key Press once to play the current message Press twice to play the previous message Skip Key Press to play the next message...
  • Page 47: Tam Settings

    █ TAM Settings (see the Menu Map on page 19 for more information on the TAM menu settings) Rings to Answer This is the number of rings after the answering machine takes an incoming call and plays your outgoing message. You can select from 2 to 6 rings or toll saver mode.
  • Page 48 Answer Mode Selection The answering machine offers 2 modes for operation. Announce1 will answer and record, which is the conventional outgoing message that allows the caller to leave a message. Announce2 will answer only, which is the outgoing message that does not allow a caller to leave a message (you may want to select Announce2 if you do not want callers to be able to leave a message).
  • Page 49 Day Setting Before each message is played, the day of the week and time it was received will be announced. To set the day of the week, you must use the base. To set the day: Press and hold until the current setting is announced. Press and release repeatedly until you hear the correct day, and then press...
  • Page 50 4. Record your announcement after the tone. Recording will stop automatically after 3 minutes or you can confirm and end the recording by pressing the OK soft key. During the recording, the LCD will show “Recording…”. 5. The announcement will be played back immediately. If you do not like your message, record your announcement again or restore it to the default one.
  • Page 51 NOTE: For best results when recording the Announcement(s), speak directly into the base microphone or handset microphone Sample Outgoing Announcement1 Hi, this is (use your name here), I can’t answer the phone right now so please leave your name, number and a brief message after the tone and I’ll get back to you.
  • Page 52: Message Options

    4. Press up or down to select Default and then press the Select soft key. 5. The LCD will show “Confirm ?”. Press the Select soft key to restore the default announcement or press the Back soft key to cancel. 6.
  • Page 53 TIP: Make sure the volume on the phone is set loud enough to hear your incoming callers. Play Messages When a call is received and the TAM is ON and Announce1 is selected, the machine will play the outgoing announcement, and then perform message recording.
  • Page 54 Method 2: Using the Base To play the message(s), press If there are no new messages, press this key to play saved messages. Press once to re-play the current message or press it twice to re-play the previous message. Press to play the next message.
  • Page 55: Record A Memo

    █ Record A Memo You can use the phone to record memo messages (each can be up to 3 minutes). A memo can be useful as a short message to another person in the household or as a personal reminder. This memo will be played as a message.
  • Page 56 Remote Access You can access many features of your answering machine remotely from any touch tone phone. A four-digit security Remote code is required to access the system and the factory default code is 0000. To enter remote access: 1. Dial your phone number from any touch tone phone. 2.
  • Page 57: Tam Reset

    After you record the Announce1/Announce2, press to finish. The system will play back the announcement you have recorded. NOTE: It is best to stop playing messages before hanging up the phone. Reminder: Your answering machine must be turned ON in order to use remote access.
  • Page 58 The built-in phonebook allows you to store frequently used numbers so that you can easily make a call without having to remember or enter the phone number. You can store up to 50 numbers in the phonebook. Character Map To enter a specific alphanumeric character, press the relevant key one or more times for the required character according to the following table: once for the first character, twice for the second and so on.
  • Page 59: Phonebook

    4. The display shows “Name?”. Enter the name you want to use and then press the Next soft key to confirm. The display shows “Number?”. Enter the desired number (up to 24 digits) and then press the Next soft key. 5.
  • Page 60: Dialing A Number From Phonebook

    █ Dialing a Number from Phonebook 1. In standby mode, press down to enter the phonebook. 2. Press up or down to scroll through the list until the desired entry is displayed. You can also press the first letter of the contact name using the keypad and the LCD will display the corresponding section of your phonebook and you can press up or down...
  • Page 61 Deleting NOTE: If you choose Delete All, all of your phonebook entries will be deleted. 1. Press the Menu soft key to display the main menu list. 2. Press down to select Phonebook and then press the Select soft key. 3.
  • Page 62 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS █ Intercom/Conference Calls If you have more than one handset registered to the same base, you can make internal calls and transfer an external call between the handsets. Making an Internal Call 1. Press on the navigation key and the LCD will show .
  • Page 63: Key Lock

    3-Way Conference Calling You can set up a 3-way conference call with an external call and a handset that is registered to the base. 1. During an external call, press on the navigation key and then the destination handset number that you would like to join the 3-way conference call.
  • Page 64 Alarm █ You can set an alarm on the handset (the alarm also supports the snooze function). To set the alarm: 1. Press the Menu soft key to display the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to HS Settings and then press the Select soft key.
  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING No dial tone 1. Check that all phone cord connections and AC adapter are securely plugged into the phone, wall jack and electric outlet. 2. Check that the handset batteries are installed properly and are in full power (pages 15-16). 3.
  • Page 66 Can’t be heard by other party 1. Check that all phone cord connections are securely plugged into the phone and wall jack. Noise, Static, Interference while using the phone 1. A filter may be required for your home when you have DSL service or live near radio towers.
  • Page 67: Technical Specifications

    2.5mm Phone Headset jack for hands-free conversations). Requires hearing aid(s) or cochlear implant(s) with t-coil(s). Optional Headset: CS-900HS (connects easily to your phone’s 2.5mm Phone Headset jack for hands-free conversations). To learn more, call ClearSounds at 1-800-965-9043 or visit www.clearsounds.com 67 – ENGLISH...
  • Page 68 If requested, this number must be provided to the phone company. 2. If the ClearSounds ® A600 DECT 6.0 Amplified Freedom Phone™ with Full ClearDigital Power™ causes harm to the phone network, the phone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required.
  • Page 69 Company or to one of our authorized agents. Service can be facilitated through our office at: ClearSounds Communications, Inc. 1743 Quincy Avenue, Suite 155 Naperville, IL 60540...
  • Page 70 Number of this unit is indicated on the bottom of your phone. If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the phone line, ensure the installation of the A600 does not disable alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your phone provider or a qualified installer.
  • Page 71 Acts of God or failure in your phone service carrier’s line service. The product must not be tampered with or taken apart by anyone who is not an authorized ClearSounds Communications representative. Tampering with the phone ®...
  • Page 72 Service in United States and Canada, contact: ClearSounds Communications Attention: Repair Center 1743 Qunicy Avenue, Suite 155 Naperville, IL 60540 800-965-9043 Check our website www.clearsounds.com for additional information and to download additional manuals and information. 72 – ENGLISH...

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