PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 3 Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic the owner’s manual. If you are not sure safety precautions should always be followed of the voltage in your home, consult your to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and dealer or local power company.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 4 Important Safety Instructions normally by following the operating 16. Never install telephone jacks in wet instructions. Adjust only those controls locations unless the jack is specifically that are covered by the operating designed for wet locations. instructions.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 5 Features Handset 1. 2.5 mm Headset Jack 11. Handset Ringer Off/On 2. Key Pad 12. Neckloop Jack 3. Handset Charging Contacts 13. Boost Button (BOOST) 4. DEL/Channel Button (DEL/CH) 14. Volume Control 15. Program Button (PROG) 5.
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PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 6 Features Telephone Base 1. Charging Contacts 4. In Use LED 2. Base Antenna/Visual Ringer 5. Charge LED 3. Power LED 6. Page Button (PAGE)
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PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 7 Features Base Side/End/Bottom 1. Ringer Off/On 5. BOOST On/Off 2. Ring Style 6. AC (Electrical) Adapter Jack 3. Volume Up/Down 7. Telephone Line Jack 4. Pulse/Tone...
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 8 Getting Started CHOOSING A LOCATION If at any time you have questions about your telephone please contact our Customer 1. This phone requires a modular phone Service Department at: 1-800-552-3368 or jack (RJ11C) and a standard 120V AC 423-622-7793.
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PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 9 Getting Started 6. Set the TONE/PULSE switch located 5. Plug the short modular telephone line on the back of the base to correct cord into the wall plate jack, then align dialing mode. Please check with your the mounting bracket’s keyhole slots with local Phone Company if uncertain of the wall plate studs and slide the base...
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 10 Getting Started BATTERY INSTALLATION Handset Battery Charging 1. Place the handset in the base. The The C440 uses a 3.6Volt 600mAHr NiMH CHARGE LED on the base will light RED. rechargeable 3 cell (AAA Type) battery that is included with your unit.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 11 Getting Started Headset Jack You can use this telephone hands-free when you install a 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). To install, plug the headset into the HEADSET JACK at the top of the handset. While in headset mode, the volume of headset is controlled by the telephone and the handset’s earpiece and microphone are disconnected.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 12 Feature Set-up CALLER ID DISPLAY Setting Contrast There are 3 contrast levels and the default is Set-up Mode set to level 2. C440 handset goes into setup mode automat- 1. After setting the language, press UP( ▲...
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PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 13 Feature Set-up Setting LDS CODE Setting MESSAGE WAITING ON/OFF 1. After setting Area Code 2, press UP( 1. After setting Voicemail No, press UP ( ▲ ▲ button to set LDS Code. button to set Message Waiting function on/off.
Page 14 Feature Set-up Clarity Power Technology TELEPHONE BASE With the Clarity Power feature, the high fre- Ringer Volume quency sounds are amplified more than the The base ringer volume adjustments are locat- low frequency sounds so words are not just ed on the side of the telephone base.
Power button in order to gain the extra level of amplification. If the phone hangs up, the Redial/Pause Clarity Power will reset to OFF. During a call, the BOOST Clarity Power button can toggle The RD/P button both the last number redial the Clarity Power function on or off accord- and the pause feature.
Press TALK Temporary Tone button to receive the call. If you have rotary (pulse) dial service, you Refer to BOOST Clarity Power and Volume can change from pulse to touch tone (tone) Control for information on adjusting volume during a call.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 17 Telephone Operations Security Code 2. Press the key. Keys pressed after this are sent as tone signals. The security code prevents your cordless phone conversations from being accessed 3. The phone will automatically reset by a phone on a different line. Once the to rotary (pulse) service after the handset battery is fully charged, the handset call ends.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 18 Memory Storage MEMORY OPERATIONS 5. If memory is available, the display will show SAVE NEW NUM and then Review Memory Information ENTER NUMBER. 1. Unit must be in standby mode only. 6. After pressing any number key, the second line will change to ENTER TO 2.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 19 Memory Storage Deleting a Stored Number 1. Unit must be in standby mode only. 1. Unit must be in standby mode and 2. Press MODE key twice. The display will display is showing a phonebook record. show PHONEBOOK for 1 second and then display the first available record.
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PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 20 Memory Storage characters and numbers will replace the Dialing the EMERGENCY Number original phone record. 1. Unit must be in standby mode only. 11. The display will show NUMBER STORED. 2. Press the EMERGENCY key once. 3.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 21 Caller ID Operations VISUAL MESSAGE WAITING INDICATOR Receiving Call Waiting Caller ID (VMWI) When you are on an existing call, you will hear a beep and the display will show incoming call waiting Caller ID information. NOTE: This is a service that is provided through your local telephone company.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 22 Caller ID Operations Press UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) again to view the number on the third line with the blink- ▲ ▼ Caller ID content. Press DOWN ( ) to scroll ing cursor at the end of the number. ▼...
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 23 Caller ID Operations CALLBACK FROM CALLER ID When reviewing the Caller ID information, press ENTER to display the phone number in INFORMATION a different format. To callback from incoming call information, the base T/P switch should be set at T. Example 1: While reviewing the incoming call list, press Stored Long Distance Service code: 1.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 24 Caller ID Operations Example 2: The next record is shown automatically or - NO CALLS - if the list is empty. Stored Long Distance Service code: 1. At anytime, user can press “FLASH” ■ Stored area code: 770. button one time to go back to Stored incoming call number 413-456-7890.
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 25 Maintenance and Care The C440 has been designed to give you Do not use detergents and avoid years of dependable service with a excess moisture. minimum of care. 3. The C440 is an electrical device. To ensure the utmost in performance, follow Avoid electric shock by keeping the these guidelines in caring for the unit:...
PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 26 Troubleshooting The unit will not operate/no dial tone: The phone does not ring when you receive a call: • Verify the TALK Button is lit. • Make sure the RINGER switch on the • Verify the AC Adapter is securely handset and base are set to ON.
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PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 27 Troubleshooting • Make sure the handset battery is • Make sure the AC Adapter is not fully charged. plugged into a wall outlet with other appliances. Disconnect for 5-10 • Try relocating the base unit to seconds then reconnect.
If trouble is experienced with this telephone installation instructions for details. equipment, for repair or warranty informa- tion, please contact Clarity, 1-800-552-3368. c) The REN is used to determine the number If the equipment is causing harm to the tele-...
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PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 29 Regulatory Compliance i) If your home has specially wired alarm This equipment generates, uses and can equipment connected to the telephone line, radiate radio frequency energy and, if not ensure the installation of this telephone equip- installed and used in accordance with the ment does not disable your alarm equipment.
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PM080404_C440_RevB_E#34CA7F.qxd 8/14/04 15:08 Page 30 Regulatory Compliance Industry Canada Technical Specifications Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the This product meets the applicable Industry power utility, telephone lines and internal Canada technical specifications. metallic water pipe system, if present, are Before installing this equipment, users should connected together.
The party responsible for regulatory or alteration, improper electrical voltages or currents, or repair or maintenance compliance: attempted by anyone other than Clarity or Clarity, A Division of Plantronics, Inc. an authorized service center, is not a 4289 Bonny Oaks Drive, Suite 106 defect covered by this warranty.
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2. Bill-to address. ate facility listed below. 3. Ship-to address. In the United States 4. Number and description of Clarity Service Center units shipped. 4289 Bonny Oaks Drive, Suite 106 5. Name and telephone number of Chattanooga, Tennessee 37406 person to call, should contact be necessary.
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