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Telstra 7400 & 7400a Digital DECT Cordless Telephone /Integrated Answering Machine User Guide If you have any problems with your phone, refer to the Help section of this User Guide or call TecHelp on 1300 369 193.
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Need help? Introduction to your Telstra 7400 & 7400a Digital DECT Cordless If you have any problems setting up or using your Telstra 7400/7400a, contact TecHelp on 1300 369 193 Telephone / Integrated Answering Machine or email: tcpsupport@ingrammicro.com.au Alternatively, you may fi nd the answer in the ‘Help’ section at the back of this guide.
Edit an entry Key beeps Text messaging (SMS) Delete an entry Using the phone Battery low Subscribe to the Telstra Text Messaging Delete all entries Out of range warning Switch the handset power on/off (SMS) service Auto answer Make an external call...
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In this guide In this guide Base settings Set answer delay Help Ringer volume Set and check answer delay Ringer melody General information Recording time PABX access Playing messages Replacing the handset batteries Change PIN Connecting to a PABX Delete all old messages Reset settings Safety Record a memo...
+ and -ends of the battery match up with the markings inside the battery You need to place your Telstra 7400/7400a base within 2 metres of a mains power and telephone socket compartment. Slide the battery cover compartment into place. The battery cover must be in place at so that the cables will reach.
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Handset range The Telstra 7400 or 7400a has a range of up to 300 metres outdoors when there is a clear line of sight between the base and handset. Any obstruction between the base and handset will reduce the range signifi cantly. With the base indoors and Your Telstra 7400/7400a is now ready for use.
Setting up for multiple packs Wall mounting your 7400/7400a If you have purchased a Telstra 7400 or 7400a multiple pack, you will also need to follow the The Telstra 7400/7400a can be wall mounted to a standard Telstra wall mount plate. To wall mount instructions shown below to prepare any additional handsets and chargers for use.
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6. Gently press the release tabs and lift the base up and forward to remove the base from the bracket. 7. Disconnect the power and line cords. Helpline If you are having any difficulties setting up or using your Telstra 7400/7400a, please call TecHelp on 1300 369 193 or email: tcpsupport@ingrammicro.com.au...
1. Telstra Services 32. During a call, press to increase the earpiece or Press to access text messages, Calls lists, and speaker volume, page 25. Telstra services, page 34. 8. Recall 2. Option buttons For use with PABX and some network features.
Getting to know your phone Getting to know your phone 7400 base unit Handset display icons 1. Page button Range Battery level Press to page the handset(s) page 28 and to Steady: Indicates good Steady: Shows current battery start registration of additional handset...
Getting to know your phone Getting to know your phone 7400a base unit 7. Answer On/off button To turn your answering machine on or off, page 1 Skip < button To skip back when listening to your messages, page 53. 8.
(Telstra 7400a Only) - Write message - Wallpaper - Setup handset automatically revert to standby. Your Telstra 7400 or 7400a has an easy to use - Inbox - Handset name - Setup base - Play Messages menu system. Each menu leads to a list of...
1. Press and hold then press Yes to confirm or No to switch back on. subscribed to your Telstra’s Calling Number Display service, the caller’s details will be displayed. See page 32 for more information. 2. To switch handset back on, press and hold 1.
Using the phone Using the phone Handsfree Redial a number from the redial list Handsfree lets you talk to your caller without holding the handset. It also enables other people in the 1. Press . The last number called is displayed. room to listen to your conversation over the loudspeaker.
Using the phone Using the phone Delete all redial numbers Ringer on/off 1. Press 1. To turn the handset ringer off, press and hold . The icon will be displayed. to Delete list 2. Press Opt and scroll 2. Press and hold to turn the ringer on again.
Entering numbers Make sure you enter the full telephone number including the dialling code if you subscribe to Telstra’s Calling Number Display You can store up to 100 entries in the Phonebook. Each entry contains a name and number. Names can service and want the name of your caller displayed instead of the number.
IMPORTANT 2. Scroll To use Calling Number Display and make the most of the Calls list feature you must fi rst subscribe to Telstra’s Calling Number 3. Enter a name and press Save. The entry is saved. Display service. For more details on Telstra’s Phone Features, including Calling Number Display, call Telstra on 13 2200.
Open SMS menu The Telstra network feature list works the same way as the main name and number directory and can store up to 10 entries. If you prefer, you can delete the pre-stored entries and replace them with your own numbers. See below.
Call Waiting lets you know if another person is trying to contact you while you are on a call. If a If you are a Telstra Home Messages 101® or MessageBank® user, its now even easier to retrieve your second caller rings you will hear a beep in the handset.
5. Send message is highlighted. Press OK to send the message. When you send your first text message from your Telstra 7400 or 7400a you will automatically be to Save message and press OK to save the message in the outbox for sending later Or, scroll registered for the service.
Text messaging (SMS) Text messaging (SMS) Call the sender’s phone number Writing tips to SMS messages menu and press OK. 1. Press Menu, scroll If you make a mistake, use to move left and right through the message and press Del to delete characters. to Inbox and press OK.
If you have entered additional Service Centre numbers, you can choose which send Service centre to select On or Off. Press OK. 4. Scroll you want to use. Your Telstra 7400 or 7400a is pre-set to send using Service Centre 1 and receive using 5. Press to return to standby.
Handset settings Handset settings Display contrast Handset display to Handset display menu and press OK. 1. Press Menu. Scroll Set wallpaper to Contrast and press OK. 2. Scroll Choose from 8 different wallpaper patterns for your handset display, or remove the wallpaper. 3.
On or Off, then press OK to select the option highlighted. 4. Scroll Every time you press a button on your Telstra 7400 you hear a beep. You can switch these beeps off. 5. Press to return to standby.
Handset settings Base settings Auto answer Ringer volume With Auto answer switched on, you can answer calls by lifting the handset from the base or charger. With Auto answer off, you will always have to press to answer a call. to Settings menu and press OK.
PABX access Reset settings If your Telstra 7400 or 7400a is connected to a PABX, you may need to enter an access code (e.g. 9) to This will reset your Telstra 7400 to its original settings. get an outside line. You can store the access code in the base so that all handsets registered to your to Settings menu and press OK.
When playing back messages at the handset, the date and time of the message is displayed on the screen. If you subscribe to Telstra’s Calling Number Display service, the date and time are set Operating the answering machine from the handset...
7. To stop recording, press Save. Your message is played back. Press Save to stop playback. 8. Press to return to standby. This is the message your callers hear when the answering machine picks up their call. Your Telstra 7400a comes with two pre-recorded outgoing messages to choose from. Play outgoing message Answer &...
Set answer delay Answer delay sets the number of rings before your Telstra 7400a answering machine picks up a call. The default setting is 6 rings. You can select an answer delay of 2, 4, 6, 8 rings or Time Saver.
Using the answering machine (7400a only) Using the answering machine (7400a only) Playing messages Record a memo During playback, you can repeat, delete and skip back to previous messages or forward to the next You can record a message for other users. It is stored and played back just like a normal message. message.
Security PIN - play all messages You can operate your answering machine from any tone phone by calling your Telstra 7400a and entering a 4-digit security code. The pre-set code is 0000. You can change this to help prevent - play new messages only unauthorised callers from listening to your messages.
If your handset is registered to more than one base, you can choose the base you want to use. If you buy new handsets to use with your Telstra 7400 they will have to be registered with the base to Settings menu and press OK.
Many common problems are caused by the telephone and power cables being incorrectly connected, If you have more than handset registered to your base, you can make internal calls and transfer calls or the power being switched off. Please check that your Telstra 7400 or 7400a has been correctly set between handsets.
• Make sure the handset is in range of the base. • Check that the mains power is correctly connected. • Another handset registered to your Telstra 7400 or 7400a base may be on the line. • Make sure the handset is registered to the base, see page 62.
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Cannot receive text • You can register a total of 5 handsets to your Telstra 7400 or 7400a base and you can register your • You will not be able to receive text messages until you have first sent a message. The first message Telstra 7400 or 7400a handset to up to 4 bases.
Alternative arrangements should be made for the handset batteries) or the base. This could serious risk of explosion and/or the release of responsibility for damage caused to your Telstra access to emergency services. expose you to high voltages or other risks.
Your Telstra prolonged periods of use. This is normal. Customer Service 7400 has a REN of 1. A total REN of 4 is allowed. a) Proof of purchase cannot be provided; However, we recommend that to avoid damage...
Customer service & Product warranty Wall mounting template Please ensure that: For guarantee purposes proof of purchase is Wall mounted spacing a) You provide proof of purchase; required so please keep your receipt. Ensure there is sufficient space allowed b) Your product is suitably packaged; and Enter your base PIN here: c) You have included all components from the for mounting the phone before drilling...
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