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BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Welcome… to your BT Converse 1400 corded 2 line telephone 2 Line speaker phone lets you Three-way conference calling make and receive calls from lets you combine both two separate telephone lines.
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BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Section This User Guide provides you with all Got everything? the information you need to get the BT Converse 1400 telephone most from your phone. Handset and cord Two telephone...
LINE 1 LINE 2 Optional 3. Your BT Converse 1400 is designed to run from a power supply or batteries. Batteries are not supplied with the unit, but if you want to fit them follow the instructions on the following page.
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BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Getting started Turn the phone over and remove the battery Some features will not work when using batteries only. It is compartment cover. Insert 4 x AA batteries as shown recommended that you use the and replace the cover.
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If you are not sure which setting to use, please contact your service provider or switchboard manager. 8. Your BT Converse 1400 has a data socket so you can connect another product such as a modem. If required, connect the device to the DATA port on the side of the phone.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Getting to know your phone Buttons Handset park If the phone is wall-mounted, you can BT Converse 1400 2-Line hang the handset here if you need to leave the phone during a call.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Call indicator Flashes when you have an incoming call. Display icons Message waiting indicator Flashes when you have voice mail, page 16. ON HOLD will be Directory displayed and will Opens the directory, page 17.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone Making and ending calls Using auto-line selection: Auto-line selection If both lines are not in use, line 1 Your BT Converse 1400 will choose a line for you.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone Making a headset call 1. Plug the headset (not supplied) into the socket marked HEADSET on the underside of the base. 2. Press and dial the number. When the headset is in use, the headset indicator light is illuminated.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone Receiving a call handsfree 1. When the phone rings, press and speak. 2. Press to end the call. Volume Whether using the handset, headset or handsfree, you Default volume levels can adjust the volume of your caller’s voice.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone Save a number from the redial list to the directory When reviewing the redial list you can store a number to the directory. Numbers can be no longer than 28 digits and can include pause, 1.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone Holding calls You can put a call on hold on one or both lines at the same time. Please note that held calls take precedence over new incoming calls. For example, if a call is held...
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BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone 2. Seize the idle line and dial the number of the second If you wish to conduct the three- way call in handsfree or headset person you want to talk to.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone Message waiting IMPORTANT If you are not using the power 1. If you subscribe to your network’s answering service (e.g. supply provided, you will need to fit batteries (pages 5-6) to use the BT’s 1571) and you have new messages, your Message...
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Directory Store your 200 most frequently used names and You can store a number during a call or while the phone is in standby. numbers in the directory for easy dialling. Each name can...
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Directory Edit a directory entry 1. To change a directory entry, press 2. Scroll to the entry you want and press Edit Entry 3. Scroll to display and press 4. Edit the name and press 5.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Menu Use the menu to adjust your phone’s settings to your preference. Ringer volume There are 4 volume settings for both lines: 1, 2, 3 = ringer off and Off.
Display shows 7. Press to return to standby. Contrast You can adjust the display contrast to suit your preference. There are 5 levels and your BT Converse 1400 is pre-set to level 2. Contrast 1. Press and scroll to display 2.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features BT Caller Display If you subscribe to a Caller Display service you can see To use Caller Display you must subscribe to the service from your who is calling you on the display.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features Calls list Your BT Converse 1400 lets you view details of the last 30 callers. Entries are stored in the order they were received. When a new call is received, the icon will flash on the display.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features Save an entry from the calls list to the directory 1. Press . Display shows details of the most recently Calls received call. 2. Press to scroll through to the entry you want to save.
Display shows Calls List Deleted Calling Features Your BT Converse 1400 gives you easy access to a range There is a tenth entry available so you can store another of BT Calling Features. Nine codes have been pre-stored name/number entry.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features Menu options Number dialled Compatibility and availability of services BT Answer 1571 If you are connected to a switchboard, these network features Residential Directory Enquiries will not be available. However, if the...
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features Call Divert You can divert all incoming calls to another number of Call Diversion services may allow other divert options. Check with your choice your Network provider for details Switch Call Diversion on 1.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features Reset If you change the pre-stored BT Calling Features numbers, you can reinstate the original numbers at any time by re-setting your phone to its original settings.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Help No dial tone Is the line cord plugged into the phone socket? Nothing happens when you dial Check the dialling mode switch is set to the correct position. Page 7.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 General information Safety information Do not open the handset or base. This could expose you to high voltages or other risks. Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 General information Product disposal instructions The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its working life.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 General information Guarantee Your BT Converse 1400 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 Converse 1400 or any component...
Hereby, TMX, declares that this BT Converse 1400 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformance for the BT Converse 1400 is available from TMX, The East Barn, Barrowmore Hall Farm, Heath Lane, Great Barrow, Chester, CH3 7LF.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Wall mounting your phone 1. Unclip stand from the base of the phone and remove it. IMPORTANT Before you wall mount, please Route the cables as appropiate. check that: 2. Drill two holes in the wall 75-80mm vertically apart using •...
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BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 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. Services and equipment are provided subject to British Telecommunications plc’s respective standard conditions of...
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