User Manual
5.8 GHz Corded/Cordless
Telephone/Answering
System E5908
with Caller ID & Call Waiting
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Congratulations on your purchase
of this AT&T product.
Before using this telephone system, please
read Important Safety Instructions
on pages 46 to 48 of this manual.
NEED HELP?
Our representatives are here
to help you with any questions concerning the
operation of this product, available accessories,
or any other related issues.
Call Toll Free
1 (800) 222-3111
In Canada, Call
1 (866) 288-4268
or visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com
Model #: E5908
Product name: 5.8GHz Corded/Cordless Telephone/Answering System
Serial #: SN:
(found on the bottom of the telephone base)
Purchase date:
Place of purchase:
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Depending on your service, you may see the caller’s number, or the caller’s name and number.
This product can provide information only if both you and the caller are in areas offering
Caller ID service, and if both telephone companies use compatible equipment. The time and
date are sent by the service provider along with the call information.
Information about Caller ID with Call Waiting
Copyright © 2006 Advanced American Telephones. All Rights Reserved.
AT&T and the Globe Design are trademarks of AT&T Corp.,
licensed to Advanced American Telephones.
This product has a Caller ID with Call Waiting feature that works with
services from your local phone service provider.
Caller ID with Call Waiting lets you see who is calling before you
answer the phone, even when you’re on another call.
You may need to change your phone service to use this
feature. Contact your phone service provider if:
• You have both Caller ID and Call Waiting, but as separate services
(you may need combined service).
• You have only Caller ID service, or only Call Waiting service.
• You don’t subscribe to any Caller ID or Call Waiting services.
You can use this product with regular Caller ID service, and you can use
this product’s other features without subscribing to either Caller ID or
combined Caller ID with Call Waiting service.
There are fees for Caller ID services, and these services may not be
available in all areas.
IMPORTANT
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STOP!
See page 7
for easy instructions.
You must install and
charge the battery before
using the telephone.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the
telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully:
• Use only Replacement Battery 3301 (SKU 91076. Part Number 80-5071-00-00).
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. Like other batteries of this type, it could explode
if burned. Check with local codes for special disposal instructions.
• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit. Do not allow
conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the battery. The battery
or conductor may overheat and cause harm.
• Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.
• Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery and battery charger.
Do not disassemble your telephone. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer to
qualified service personnel for servicing.
For customer service or product
information, visit our web site at
www.telephones.att.com
or call
1-800-222-3111.
In Canada, call 1-866-288-4268.
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Getting Started
Quick reference guide ........................2
Parts checklist .......................................4
Before you begin ..................................5
Telephone base installation................6
Battery installation & charging ..........7
Wall mounting ......................................8
Belt clip & optional headset ....................9
Telephone Operation
Handset settings.................................10
Base settings........................................13
Basic cordless handset operation...14
Basic base operation .........................15
Options while on calls ......................16
Intercom calls .....................................18
Call forward and call transfer .........19
Directories
Directories ..........................................20
Speed dialing........................................21
Entering names into directories .....23
Directory search................................25
To copy, edit or delete an entry....26
Caller ID Operation
Caller ID operation...........................27
CID memory.......................................29
Call waiting..............................................33
Answering System Operation
Answering system operation ..........34
Day and time announcements ........35
Outgoing announcements................36
Changing feature options.................37
Message playback ...............................38
Recording and playing memos ........39
Message counter displays.................40
Remote access....................................41
Appendix
Display screen messages, lights and
tones .........................................................42
Troubleshooting.................................44
Important safety instructions..........46
Limited warranty................................51
Index .....................................................53
Technical specifications ....................55
Remote access wallet card .................56
1
Table of contents
User Manual
5.8 GHz Corded/Cordless
Telephone/Answering
System E5908
with Caller ID & Call Waiting
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CID
VV
(volume down)
When phone is not in use, press
CID
VV
to display Caller ID information (see page
28).
While entering numbers or letters in names
or phone numbers, press to delete last
character entered.
While programming, press to change menu
item or value (see page 10).
During a call, press
CIDVVto adjust lis-
tening volume.
^ DIR (volume up)
When phone is not in use, press
DIR ^
to display Directory entries (see page 25).
While entering letters in names, press to
advance or press twice to enter space.
While programming, press to change menu
item or value (see page 10).
During a call, press
DIR ^
to adjust lis-
tening volume.
INT/DELETE
While phone is idle, press to page base
(see page 18) or press and hold to
delete all Caller ID entries (see page
32).
While a Caller ID entry is displayed, press
to delete displayed entry (see page 31).
PHONE/FLASH
Press to make or answer a call
(see page 14).
During a call, press to receive an
incoming call if Call Waiting is activated (see page 16).
SELECT
Press to store a programming option
(see page 10), or to store a directory
entry in memory (see page 20).
Quick reference guide
OFF/CLEAR
During a call, press to hang up.
While using menus, press to cancel an
operation, back up to the previous menu,
or exit the menu display.
HOLD
Press to place a call on hold.
Press again to resume your call
(see page 16).
MENU/CHAN
Press to customize the handset’s
operation (see page 10).
During a call, press to switch to
another channel if there is interference.
REDIAL/PAUSE
Before dialing any numbers, press to display last number called (see page 14).
While dialing or entering numbers into your
directory, press to insert a 4-second dialing
pause (see page 24).
Cordless Handset
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Quick reference guide
Telephone Base
• INTERCOM/CID DEL
:
Press to delete displayed Caller
ID entry (see page 31). While
phone is idle, press to page
handset (see page 15), or press
and hold to delete all Caller ID
entries (see page 32).
• MENU
: Press to customize the
telephone’s operation (see page
13).
• FLASH
: During a call, press to
receive an incoming call if Call
Waiting is activated (see page
16).
• REDIAL/PAUSE
: Before
dialing any numbers, press to
display last number called (see
page 13).
While dialing or entering numbers into your directory, press to
insert a 4-second dialing pause
(see page 24).
CONTRAST
: Press to
adjust screen contrast.
RINGER VOLUME
: Set switch on side
of base (Off, Low, High). (see page 13)
INDICATOR LIGHTS:
See page 43.
• CLEAR
: While using
menus, press to cancel an
operation, back up to the
previous menu, or exit the
menu display.
• V CID
: Press when
phone is idle to display
Caller ID information (see
page 29). While entering
numbers or letters, press
to delete last character
entered.
• SELECT
: Press to store
a programming option (see
page 13), or to store a
directory entry in memory
(see page 20).
• ^ DIR
: Press when
phone is idle to display
directory entries (see page
25). While entering or
modifying names, press to
advance cursor.
• DISP DIAL
: Press to
dial number currently displayed.
• HOLD
: Press to place
call on hold. Press again
to resume call (see page
16).
• VOLUME
: During a call,
press ^or Vto
adjust listening volume
(see page 16).
• MUTE
: Press to silence
microphone; press again
to resume your conversation (see page 16).
• SPEAKER
: Press to
turn speakerphone on or
off (begin or end a call).
• CLOCK
: Press to review or set clock
(see page 35).
• SETUP
: Press repeatedly to hear setup
options (see page 37).
• ANNC
: Press to review or record
announcement; press again to quit (see
page 36).
• RECORD
: Press to record a memo (see
page 39) or after pressing
ANNC
to
record an outgoing announcement (see
page 36).
• PLAY/STOP
: Press to start or stop
message playback (see page 38).
• DELETE
: Press to delete message currently playing; hold to delete all old messages (see page 38).
• ANSWER ON
: Press to turn answering
system on or off.
• REPEAT
: Press to repeat message;
press
twice
to play previous message (see
page 38).
• SKIP
: Press to skip message (see page
38).
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Parts checklist
Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case you need to ship your telephone
for warranty service.
Base handset Telephone base
Charger power
adapter
Base power adapter
Cordless
handset
Charger for cordless
handset
Telephone line cords (1 long, 1 short)
Handset cord
Battery pack for
cordless handset
Belt clip
Battery compartment
cover
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Before you begin
About Caller Identification
Caller ID with Call Waiting features in
this telephone let you see who’s calling
before you answer the phone, even
when you’re on another call. These
features require services provided by
your local telephone company.
Contact your telephone service
provider if:
• You have both Caller ID and Call
Waiting, but as separate services
(you may need combined service).
• You have only Caller ID service, or
only Call Waiting service.
• You don’t subscribe to any Caller
ID or Call Waiting services.
You can use this phone with regular
Caller ID service, and you can use its
other features without subscribing to
either Caller ID or combined Caller ID
with Call Waiting service. There may
be fees for these services, and they
may not be available in all areas.
Caller ID features will work only if
both you and the caller are in areas
offering Caller ID service, and if both
telephone companies use compatible
equipment.
See Caller ID Operation, beginning on
page 27, for more details about how
these features work.
Telephone operating range
This cordless telephone operates with
the maximum power allowed by the
Federal Communications Commission
(FCC). Even so, the handset and base
can communicate over only a certain
distance — which can vary with the
locations of the base and handset, the
weather, and the construction of your
home or office.
If you receive a call while you are
out of range, the cordless handset
might not ring — or if it does ring, the
call might not connect when you press
PHONE. Move closer to the base, then
press PHONE to answer the call.
If you move out of range during a
phone conversation, you might hear
noise or interference. To improve
reception, move closer to the base.
If you move out of range without
pressing OFF, your phone will be left
off the hook. To hang up properly,
walk back toward the telephone base,
periodically pressing OFF until the call
is disconnected.
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Telephone base installation
Install the telephone base as shown below. Choose a location away from electronic
equipment such as personal computers, computer routers, television sets or
microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture.
Plug the large
power adapter
into an
electrical outlet
not controlled by
a wall switch.
Plug long telephone
line cord into telephone jack.
NOTE:
Use only the power adapter supplied with this product. If you need a replacement, call 1-800-222-3111. In
Canada, call 1-866-288-4268. Be sure to use an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
Plug handset cord into
handset and jack at the
bottom of the base.
NOTE:
Be sure to use an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
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Battery installation & charging
After battery installation, place the cordless handset in the charger and allow to charge
for at least 16 hours before use. You can keep the battery charged by returning the
cordless handset to the charger after each use. When the battery is fully depleted, a
recharge takes about 12 hours. The average talk time on a fully charged battery is about
five hours depending on environmental conditions, and the standby time is approximately
five days.
Plug in connector
plug here.
Low battery indicator
Return handset to charger when this
symbol appears.
NEEDS RECHARGING
0 8/12 10:06
AM
Place handset in charger for at
least 16 hours before first use.
Plug power adapter into jack on
underside of charger as shown,
then plug into an electrical outlet
not controlled by a wall switch.
Place the battery pack and
wires in the compartment.
Caution:
Use only the supplied rechargeable battery pack or AT&T replacement battery model 3301 (SKU 91076.
Part number 80-5071-00-00).
LOW BATTERY
0 8/12 10:06
AM
then
NOTE:
If you need a battery pack replacement, call 1-800-222-3111. In Canada, call 1-866-288-4268.
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Wall mounting
The telephone base can be installed on any standard wall-phone outlet as shown below.
Choose a location away from electronic equipment such as personal computers, computer routers, television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or
moisture.
Press and slide down firmly
so base is held securely on
outlet mounting pegs.
Plug short telephone
cable into telephone
jack.
Connect short telephone cable and power
adapter as shown on page 6, then grasp and
squeeze to open hinged wall mount.
Rotate wall mount and
lock in place.
Remove handset cradle tab, rotate and replace to
hold corded handset securely in place when telephone base is wall mounted.
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Belt clip & optional headset
Install belt clip as shown below if desired.
Snap belt clip into notches on
side of handset. Rotate and pull
to remove.
Plug 2.5 mm headset
into jack on side of
handset (beneath
small rubber cap).
For hands-free telephone conversations, you can use any industry standard 2.5 mm
headset (purchased separately). For best results, use an AT&T 2.5 mm headset.
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Telephone Operation
Handset settings
You can change settings to program how the cordless
handset works.
• Press MENU/CHAN, then use the ^ V buttons to
scroll to the feature to be changed. Press SELECT to
select the displayed item.
• Press OFF/CLEAR anytime to cancel an operation,
back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display.
Follow the steps below to program the cordless
handset. To stop at any time, press OFF/CLEAR. If the
phone rings, programming stops automatically so you
can answer the call.
Choose handset language
At this menu you can select the language used in all
menus and screen displays.
• Press MENU/CHAN to begin programming.
• Press CID V once. The screen displays
LANGUAGE
.
• Press SELECT to see the current setting flashing.
• Press ^ or V to scroll through the available options
of ENGLISH, ESPANOL and FRANCAIS.
• Press SELECT to select the displayed language and
exit.
LANGUAGE
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Handset settings
Set handset date and time
The handset displays the date and time when you are
not using it. You can set the time manually, or you can
allow it to be set automatically with incoming Caller ID
information. The time will be set automatically only if
you subscribe to Caller ID service provided by your
local telephone company (see page 5).
• Press MENU/CHAN to begin programming.
• Press CID V twice. The screen shows DATE/TIME.
Press SELECT to confirm.
• The month in the displayed date starts to flash. Use
CID V and DIR ^ to scroll through the numbers
1, (for January,) -12, (for December.) Press SELECT
when the appropriate month is flashing.
• The date starts to flash. Use CID V and DIR ^ to
scroll through the numbers 1-31. Press SELECT
when the appropriate date is flashing.
• The hour starts to flash. Use CID V and DIR ^ to
scroll through the numbers 1-12. Press SELECT
when the appropriate hour is flashing.
• The minute starts to flash. Use CID V and DIR ^
to scroll through the numbers 00-59. Press SELECT
when the appropriate minute is flashing.
• The AM/PM starts to flash. Use CID V and DIR ^
to toggle between AM and PM. Press SELECT when
the appropriate option is flashing, save the selection,
and exit.
NOTE:
You can choose to set the time manually, or you can allow it to
be set automatically with incoming Caller ID information. The time will be set
automatically only if you subscribe to Caller ID service provided by your local
telephone company.
DATE/TIME
1/01 12:00
AM
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Telephone Operation
Handset settings
Set handset ringer tone
This feature allows you to choose one of 4 ringing
tones, (1-4) or turn the ringer off ( 0 ). Use the ^ or
V button to hear an example of each ringer tone, then
press SELECT to select the one you prefer.
• Press MENU/CHAN to begin programming.
• Press ^ twice. The screen displays
RINGER:
and
setting.
• Press SELECT to change current setting.
• Press ^ or V to display 1, 2, 3, 4, or OFF. You
will hear a sample of each ringer tone.
• Press SELECT to select the displayed ringer tone and
exit.
Set handset ringer volume
• Press and hold CID V or ^ DIR for about 2 seconds.
• When the screen displays OFF LOW HIGH, the
current setting will flash.
• Press CID V or ^ DIR to select your preference.
• Press SELECT, PHONE, OFF, or MENU/CHAN to confirm and save your selection, and exit to idle mode.
NOTE:
Handset ringer volume can also be temporarily adjusted by
pressing Vor ^(
OFF LOW HIGH
) or
OFF/CLEAR
during
incoming ringing. The next call will ring normally.
RINGER: 1
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Base settings
You can change settings to program how the telephone
base works.
Follow the steps below to program the telephone base.
To stop at any time, press OFF/CLEAR. If the phone
rings, programming stops automatically so you can
answer the call.
Choose base language
At this menu you can select the language used in all
menus and screen displays.
• Press MENU to begin programming.
• Press ^ or V until screen displays
LANGUAGE
.
• Press SELECT to change current setting.
• Press ^ or V to scroll through the available options
of ENGLISH, ESPANOL and FRANCAIS.
• Press SELECT to select the displayed language and
exit.
Choose dial mode
At this menu you can choose tone or pulse dialing. The
factory default setting is TONE. Change this to PULSE
only if you do not have touch-tone dialing service.
• Press MENU to begin programming.
• Press ^ or V until screen displays
DIAL MODE
&
setting.
• Press
SELECT to change current setting.
• Press
^ or V to display TONE or PULSE.
• Press SELECT to select displayed dial mode and exit.
Choose base ringer volume
The base ringer volume can be set to OFF, LOW, or
HI, by adjusting the switch on the left side of the base.
This switch affects only the base ringer volume; the
handset ringer volume remains unchanged.
DIAL MODE: TONE
LANGUAGE
NOTE:
This sets the dial mode
for both the handset(s) and the base.
NOTE:
In the case of a power
failure, the dial mode will be defaulted
to pulse dial. To change it to tone-dial,
press *on the base unit.
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Telephone Operation
Basic cordless handset operation
Making and answering calls
To answer an incoming call, press PHONE (or any key
except OFF, CID V or ^ DIR). If you have Caller ID
service, the caller’s number and/or name will appear on
the display screen after the first or second ring (see
page 27 for Caller ID features and options).
To make a call, press PHONE, then dial a number. Press
OFF or place in charger, (Auto Off,) to hang up.
To preview numbers before dialing, enter numbers first,
then press PHONE to dial. Press V anytime to make
corrections when entering numbers.
Last number redial
Press REDIAL on the handset to display the last number
called (up to 32 digits). To dial the number displayed,
press PHONE. You can also press PHONE and then REDI-
AL to dial the last number called without previewing it..
To delete this number, press REDIAL twice. This will
clear the redial memory and leave it blank.
Ring silencing
The handset ringer can be temporarily turned off by
pressing OFF during incoming ringing. You can answer
the call, or let the caller leave a message. This will
silence the ringer without disconnecting the call. If your
answering system is on, the caller will be asked to leave a
message (see page 36). The next call will ring normally.
PAT JOHNSON *
908-555-0100
8/12 10:06
AM
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Basic base operation
Making and answering calls
To answer a call, lift the corded handset or press
SPEAKER. To answer a call, lift the corded handset, or
press SPEAKER. If you have Caller ID service, the caller’s
number and/or name will appear on the display screen
after the first ring (see page 27 for Caller ID features and
options).
To make a call, lift the corded handset, (or press
SPEAKER) then dial a number.
To preview numbers before dialing, first enter telephone number. Press V to make corrections if necessary.
When the number is entered, press DISP DIAL to activate the speakerphone and dial automatically. You can
continue using the speakerphone, or lift the corded
handset to switch to the handset.
To hang up, replace the corded handset or press
SPEAKER.
Last number redial
Press REDIAL/PAUSE on the base to display the last
number called (up to 32 digits). To dial the number displayed, press DISP DIAL to activate the speakerphone
and dial automatically. You can also call a redial number
by pressing SPEAKER and then REDIAL/PAUSE. You can
continue using the speakerphone, or lift the corded
handset to switch to the handset.
To delete the displayed number, press REDIAL/PAUSE
again. This will clear the redial memory and leave it blank.
Handset locator
If the cordless handset is misplaced, press the INTER-
COM/CID DEL button on the base. The handset will
beep for 60 seconds to help you find it. When the
handset is found, press OFF to stop the beeping (or
press the INTERCOM/CID DEL button on the base).
15
Telephone Operation
Lift handset, or press
SPEAKER
PAT JOHNSON *
908-555-0100
8/12 10:06
AM
12345678901
Redial
Press
INTERCOM/CID DEL
to locate
handset
NOTE:
If the handset battery is
dead or the ringer is turned off this
feature will not work.
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Options while on calls
To adjust volume
Press CID V or ^ DIR buttons on the handset or the
VOLUME button on the base to adjust listening volume.
Call waiting
If you subscribe to a Call Waiting service with your
local telephone service provider, you will hear a beep if
someone calls while you are already on a call. Press
FLASH to put your current call on hold and take the
new call. You can press FLASH anytime to switch back
and forth between calls.
Hold
Press HOLD to place a call on hold.
When a call is on hold, resume the conversation on the
cordless handset by pressing HOLD or PHONE. Resume
a conversation at the base by lifting the handset or
pressing SPEAKER or HOLD on the base.
When a call is on hold, you can replace either handset
in its base or charger, and retrieve the call from another telephone.
Mute
While using the base, you can press MUTE to silence the
microphone during a conversation. You will be able to
hear the caller, but your caller will not be able to hear
you until you press MUTE again to resume speaking.
Channel
If a call is noisy or unclear, or if words fade out, press
MENU/CHAN on the cordless handset to find a clearer
communication channel between the handset and base.
Flash
Tone
Volume
V^
Hold
Channel
Tone
Mute
Volume
Speaker
Flash
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Options while on calls
Temporary tone dialing
If you have dial pulse (rotary) service, you can switch to
touch tone dialing during a call by pressing *. This
can be useful if you need to send tone signals for access
to answering systems or long-distance services.
After you hang up or press FLASH to access services
with your local telephone service provider, the phone
automatically returns to dial pulse (rotary) service.
3-way conference calls
During a call, someone at the base or another handset
can join in the conversation.
• On the cordless handset: Press PHONE to join a conversation begun at the base.
• At the base: Lift the handset (or press SPEAKER) to
join a conversation begun at the cordless handset.
You can also page the other parts of the system and ask
another user to join the call.
From a cordless handset: Press HOLD, then press
INTERCOM/DELETE.
From the telephone base:
Press
HOLD, then press
INTERCOM/CID DEL.
Anyone at a cordless handset or telephone base can
either join the call, (by pressing PHONE or SPEAKER,)
or talk to you first, (by answering the page), and then
decide whether to join the call. When another user
joins the call, the intercom call is terminated.
Hold
Phone
Hold
Speaker
Intercom
INT
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Intercom calls
Intercom calls
You can use the intercom feature to have conversations between the handset and base. Press the
INT/DELETE button on the cordless handset or INTERCOM/CID DEL at the base.
To answer an intercom page on the cordless handset,
press INT/DELETE. At the base, lift the handset or press
INTERCOM/CID DEL.
To end an intercom call on the cordless handset, press
OFF. To end an intercom call at the base, replace the
handset or press INTERCOM/CID DEL.
Handling incoming calls
If you receive an outside call while using the intercom,
the phone will ring.
• On the cordless handset: Press any key except OFF,
CID V or ^ DIR to answer the outside call.
• At the base:
Lift the handset (or press
SPEAKER) to
answer the outside call.
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Telephone Operation
Press
INTERCOM/CID DEL
to
page handset.
NOTE:
If your cordless handset
is missing, you can press
INTERCOM
to page the cordless handset up to 60
seconds. Press
INTERCOM
again,
press
OFF
on the cordless handset, or
place the cordless handset in the
charger to cancel the page.
Press
INT
to page base
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Telephone Operation
Call forward and call transfer
Call forward
During a conversation, you can forward the call to the
telephone base from the cordless handset, or from the
cordless handset to the telephone base.
• On the cordless handset: Press INT/DELETE to page
the base. The INTERCOM/CID DELETE key must be
pressed at the base to establish communication
between the handset and the base, then the outside
call can be answered at the base by lifting the corded
handset or pressing SPEAKER. Then the call can be
hung up at the cordless handset.
• At the base: Press INTERCOM/CID DEL to page the
cordless handset. At the cordless handset, press
INTERCOM/CID DELETE to answer the intercom,
then press PHONE. You can then hang up the call at
the base.
Call transfer
If you prefer, you can place a call on hold, then speak to
the person on the other set before transferring the call.
• On the cordless handset: Press HOLD, then
INT/DELETE to page the base. The person at the
base can press INTERCOM/CID DEL to answer your
page, and you can talk to each other. You can press
OFF/CLEAR on the handset (or INTERCOM/CID DEL
at the base) to end the intercom call. Press SPEAK-
ER at the base to take the outside call.
• At the base: Press HOLD, then INTERCOM/CID DEL
to page the cordless handset. The person on the
handset can press INT/DELETE to answer your page,
and you can talk to each other. Press INT/DELETE
again (or OFF/CLEAR at the handset) to end the
intercom call. Press PHONE/FLASH on the handset to
take the outside call.
NOTE:
You can also press
HOLD
before starting to forward or
transfer a call.
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Directories
Directories (handset and base)
There are two separate directories, one on the cordless handset and one on the base. Each directory can
store up to 30 entries. Each entry can contain a number
up to 24 digits, and a name up to 15 letters. A convenient search feature can help you find and dial numbers
quickly (see page 25).
The procedure for entering, editing and dialing directory entries is the same for both the cordless handset and
the base.
NOTE:
If all memory locations are in use, an error tone will sound and
the screen will display
MEMORY FULL
when you attempt to enter a number.
This means the memory is full, and you will not be able to store a new number
until you delete an existing one.
PAT JOHNSON
5550100
CHRIS WILSON
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Directories
Speed dialing
(cordless handset only)
On the cordless handset, numbers called most frequently
can be stored in so that they can be dialed with only two
button presses.
You can enter 9 Speed Dial numbers up to 24 digits.
Each entry is associated with a dialpad numeral key.
The nine speed dial numbers on the cordless handset
will be automatically added to the handset directory.
You can easily dial these phone numbers by pressing
and holding a dialpad key and then pressing
PHONE/FLASH.
You can also make existing directory entries speed dial
entries.
NOTE:
Speed Dial entries are part of the directory. If you have nine
Speed Dial entries, there will be room for another 21 directory entries.
To create a Speed Dial entry
• Press MENU/CHAN to begin programming.
• Press ^ or V to display
SPEED DIAL
.
• Press SELECT.
• Press a number key on the dialpad to choose a
memory location (1-9).
• Enter a name (up to 15 characters), then press
SELECT (see page 23 for instructions on name
entry).
• Enter a telephone number (up to 24 digits), then
press SELECT.
• Choose distinctive ringing (yes or no) by pressing
^ or V (see page 24 for information about dis-
tinctive ring).
• Press MENU/CHAN or SELECT to store the number.
You will hear a confirmation tone.
1
MENU
DIRECTORY
2
^
SPEED DIAL
3
SELECT
ENTER 1-9
ENTER NAME
01
(See Steps 3-7 on pages
23-24.)
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Directories
Speed dialing
(cordless handset only)
To create a directory entry
• Press MENU/CHAN to begin programming.
• Press ^ to display DIRECTORY.
• Press SELECT.
• Enter a name (up to 15 characters), then press
SELECT (see opposite page for instructions).
• Enter a telephone number (up to 24 digits), then
press SELECT.
• Choose distinctive ringing (yes or no) by pressing +
or - (see page 24 for distinctive ring).
• Press MENU/CHAN or SELECT to store the number.
You will hear a confirmation tone.
To call a Speed Dial number
To use speed dialing, press and hold a dialpad button (1-
9). When you see the number and name stored in that
speed-dial location, press PHONE/FLASH to dial.
To edit or delete a Speed Dial number
Press and hold a dialpad button (1-9) to display the
entry you want. Press SELECT, then press ^ or V
until the option you want is displayed (see page 26).
NOTE:
You can make any directory entry a speed dial entry (see page
26).
Directory dialing
To use directory dialing, press DIR, scroll or search to
find the desired number, then press PHONE to dial the
number (see pages 23-26 to enter, edit or search for
entries in your directory).
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Directories
1
MENU
3
DIRECTORY
2
SELECT
ENTER NAME
PAT JOHNSON_
Entering names into directories
To enter a name
• Press MENU/CHAN to enter the main menu.
• Press DIR ^ once and the screen shows DIREC-
TORY. Press SELECT to confirm.
• The screen will show ENTER NAME.
• Enter the name (up to 15 alphanumeric characters)
of the person using the table below.
• Use DIR ^ to advance to the next space to the
right, or use CID V to delete a mistake.
• When finished entering the name, press SELECT.
Each press of a particular key causes characters to be
displayed in the following order:
The cursor moves to the right when you press another
dialpad button or the ^ button. Press ^ twice to
enter a space. When finished, press SELECT.
Options while entering names:
• Press V to erase letters if you make a mistake.
• Press # repeatedly to enter an ampersand (&),
apostrophe ('), comma (,) hyphen (-), period (.), or
pound sign (#).
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Directories
To enter a number
Use the dialpad to enter up to 24 digits. When the
number is complete, press SELECT.
Options while entering numbers:
• Press V to erase numbers if you make a mistake.
• Press REDIAL/PAUSE to enter a 4-second dialing
pause. The P will be inserted.
• When finished entering the telephone number, press
SELECT to confirm.
To assign a distinctive ring (cordless handset only)
Press ^ to select Y (yes) or N (no). If you choose Yes
(and if you have Caller ID service), a distinct ring tone
will alert you when this person calls.
Press SELECT to choose the option displayed (Y or N)
and store this entry in the directory.
4
SELECT
5
PAT JOHNSON
5556789_
ENTER NUMBER
6
SELECT
(Cordless handset only)
DISTINCT RING? N
5556789
7
SELECT
Entering phone number and
assigning distinctive ring
1/01 12:00
AM
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Directories
1
^ DIR
DIRECTORY
2
^
^
ADAM
5551234
BETH
5554321
5
JOHN
5550123
Directory search
Follow the steps on the left to browse through the
directory, or search to find a specific entry. You can
press OFF (or CLEAR at the base) anytime to exit the
directory.
To browse through the directory
To browse, press ^ or V to scroll through all
entries one by one.
A D appears in the display of each entry on the cordless handset that has been assigned a distinctive ring
(see page 24).
To search alphabetically
To shorten your search, use the telephone dialpad to
enter the first letter of a name, then press ^ to scroll
forward or VVto scroll back until you find the desired
name.
Press dialpad buttons once for the first letter, twice for
the second, three times for the third, as shown on page
23.
To call a displayed number
When the entry you want is displayed, you can dial it
immediately:
On the cordless handset, press PHONE to dial.
At the base, press DISP DIAL or press SELECT twice to
activate the speakerphone and dial the number. You
can continue the call on speakerphone, or lift the corded handset.
To scroll name by name
To display first entry
To search alphabetically
EDIT DIAL ERASE
5551234
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Directories
1
DIR
DIRECTORY
2
^
ADAM
5551234
3
SELECT
SPEED EDIT ERASE
5551234
^
SPEED EDIT ERASE
5551234
^
SPEED EDIT ERASE
5551234
To copy, edit or delete an entry
You can make existing directory entries Speed Dial entries
if they are stored in the handset. You can also change
names, numbers and the distinctive ringing settings, or
erase entries, that are stored in the cordless handset or the
base. When any entry is displayed, press SELECT to see
the options. Press ^ or V to highlight the option you
want (blinking text), then press SELECT.
To make an entry a Speed Dial entry (cordless
handset only)
When
SPEED
is blinking, press SELECT, then dial a
memory location (1-9) to make this entry a Speed Dial
entry.
If you choose a memory location that is already
assigned to a different entry in the directory, that entry
will remain in the directory, but will not have a SPEED
DIAL location.
To edit an entry
Press ^ until
EDIT
is blinking, then press SELECT.
You can change the name and number (or distinct ring
setting on the cordless handset) by following the steps
described on pages 23-24.
To delete an entry
Press ^ until
ERASE
is blinking, then press SELECT to
display a confirmation screen (
ERASE NO YES
).
To delete the entry, press ^ to highlight YES, then
press SELECT.
To abort the procedure and leave the entry intact,
press V to highlight NO, then press SELECT.
Press
SELECT
to
choose blinking option
on the handset.
NOTE:
Screens shown
above are displayed on the
cordless handset. The base
display is slightly different, but
the procedure is the same.
NOTE:
At the base,
when you need to place a call
on the handset, you can also
lift the corded handset first,
and then find the directory
entry you want and press
DISP DIAL
.
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Caller ID Operation
How Caller ID works
If you subscribe to Caller ID service provided by your
local phone company, information about each caller will
be displayed at both the cordless handset and the base
after the first or second ring.
With most incoming calls, the screen shows the name
of the caller (up to 15 alphanumeric characters including spaces) in the top row, and the caller's telephone
number, including the area code (up to 11 digits including area code) in the second row. The third row shows
the date and time of the call, the total number of Caller
ID entries already stored in the handset memory, as
well as the low-battery icon if the battery is low. The
low battery icon will be displayed if the battery on the
handset is low.
If the caller has called more than one consecutive calls,
the repeat tag (*) will be displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
Caller ID and Call Waiting Functions
There may be a charge for the caller ID and call waiting
services provided by your local telephone company.
Contact your telephone service provider if:
• you have both Caller ID and Call Waiting, but as
separate services (you may need combined service),
• you have only Caller ID service, or only Call Waiting
service, or
• you currently do not have Caller ID or Call Waiting
services.
You can use this telephone with regular Caller ID service, and you can use its other features without subscribing to either Caller ID or combined Caller ID with
Call Waiting service. There may be fees for these services, and they may not be available in all areas.
Caller ID features will work only if both you and the
caller are in areas offering Caller ID service, and if both
telephone companies use compatible equipment.
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PAT JOHNSON *
908-555-0100
8/12 10:06
AM
CHRIS WILSON *
908-555-4321
8/12 10:06
AM
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Caller ID Operation
There are also occasions when other information or no
information is displayed for various reasons:
On-Screen Message Reason
PRIVATE NAME
Caller prefers to remain anonymous.
PRIVATE CALLER
Caller's name and telephone number are
not revealed at caller's request.
UNKNOWN NAME
Your local telephone company is unable
to determine the caller's name.
UNKNOWN CALLER
Your local telephone company is unable
to determine the caller's name and telephone number. Long-distance calls from
overseas also generate this message.
Contrast Adjustment (base only)
There are four levels of contrast on the screen of the
base unit which can be adjusted to suit different viewing
angles for both desktop use or wall-mounting. Press
CONTRAST on the base unit to adjust the contrast on
the screen.
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Caller ID Operation
CID Memory
Memory Capacity
E5908 telephone can store up to 30 CID records in
both the base unit and the cordless handset respectively. These numbers are available for subsequent retrieval
or for saving into the internal directory for long-term
storage until they are deleted.
Caller information is stored chronologically with the
latest call being assigned the next highest numerical
value, i.e. if there are already 15 calls logged into the
CID Memory, the next incoming call will be Call No.
16.
Reviewing the CID Memory
• Press CID V on the base unit or the cordless handset to activate the CID Memory record on the
respective unit.
• Press the two arrow keys ( ^ and V on the base
unit or on the cordless handset) to scroll through
the incoming records to review incoming calls and
check for missed calls.
• Consecutive incoming calls originating from the same
telephone number are identified by an asterisk at the
top right corner of the screen.
• When there are already 30 entries in the CID
Memory, the next incoming call will automatically
cause the oldest entry to be deleted from the CID
Memory of the handset (or base).
PAT JOHNSON
908-555-0100
8/12 10:06
AM NEW
02
NOTE:
The cordless handset
and base CID logs are not shared.
Action taken on one will not affect
the other.
NOTE:
Only the cordless
handset will show the order of the
call in call history.
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Caller ID Operation
CID Memory
Dialing from CID Memory
• Press CID V on the base unit or on the cordless
handset to activate the CID Memory.
• Press V or ^ on the base unit or on the cordless
handset to scroll to the desired number to be dialed.
• Press DISP DIAL below the LCD screen on the base
unit or press PHONE/FLASH on the cordless handset
to contact the person whose name is displayed on
the screen.
Storing a record from the CID Memory into the
directory
• Press CID V on the base unit or on the cordless
handset to activate the CID Memory.
• Press V or ^ on the base unit or on the cordless
handset to scroll to the caller entry to be stored in
the directory.
• When the desired entry is displayed, press SELECT.
• When the options DIAL and PROGRAM
appear on the screen with the word PROGRAM
flashing, press SELECT.
• The cursor will flash on the last letter of the top
row. If it is necessary to edit the name before entering it into the directory, use the V on the handset
or the base unit to delete existing characters, or use
the keypad to make changes to the name to be used
in the directory (see page 23).
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Caller ID Operation
CID Memory
• Press SELECT to edit the telephone number. You
can make any changes to the number by using the
CID V button to erase characters, or using the dial-
pad to enter new ones (see pages 23-24 for instructions).
• Press SELECT. You can now choose to assign a distinctive ringer to this entry. Press V or ^ to
choose Y (for yes) or N (for no). If you choose Yes
(and if you have Caller ID service), a different ringing
style will alert you when this person calls. (This step
is for the cordless handset only).
• Press SELECT again and a long beep sound signals
that the information has been stored in the directory.
Deleting a number from the CID Memory
• Press CID V on the base unit or on the cordless
handset to activate the CID Memory.
• Press V or ^ on the base unit or on the cordless
handset to scroll to the incoming call entry to be
deleted.
• When the desired record is displayed on the screen,
press INTERCOM/CID DEL on the base (INT/DELETE
on the cordless handset) to delete the entry.
NOTE:
Deleting an incoming call record on the base unit does not automatically delete the same record from the cordless handset. Likewise, deleting
an incoming call record on the cordless handset does not automatically delete
the same record from the base unit.
NOTE:
When an entry is deleted, the next oldest record is displayed.
NOTE:
At the base, when you need to place a call on the handset, you
can also lift the corded handset first, and then find the CID entry you want and
press
DISP DIAL
.
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Caller ID Operation
CID Memory
Deleting all CID records
• Press and hold INT/DELETE on the cordless handset
or INTERCOM/CID DEL on the base unit for 2 seconds or longer to clear all entries in the call log
memory.
• A message appears on the screen asking you to confirm that you want to delete all entries in the call log
memory.
• If you press V or ^ then SELECT to select YES,
the call log will be cleared and the screen will return
to the normal standby display, the base displays NO
MISSED CALLS, and the cordless handset displays the date and time only.
NOTE:
The cordless handset and base call logs are independent of
each, so deleting the entire call log on one will not affect the call log of the
other.
ERASE ALL NO YES
ERASE ALL NO YES
NO MISSED CALLS
1/01 12:00
AM
base
cordless handset
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Caller ID Operation
Call Waiting
If you have subscribed to the Call Waiting service from
your local phone service provider, you will hear a beep
if there is an incoming call while you are already on the
phone.
The telephone number of the new incoming call will
also be displayed on the screen.
• Press FLASH on the base unit or PHONE/FLASH on
the cordless handset to put your current call on hold
and take the new call.
• Press FLASH on the base unit or PHONE/FLASH on
the cordless handset again to switch back to the
original call.
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Answering System
Operation
Message capacity
The answering system can record up to 96 messages,
depending on the length of each message. Individual
messages can be up to four minutes long, and total
maximum recording time is 15 minutes. Messages will
remain available for replay until you delete them.
16
Call counter
Number of messages waiting
(or during playback, message
number currently playing)
Press repeatedly to hear
setup options (see page 37).
Press to review or set clock
(see page 35).
Press to review or record
announcement;
press again to quit (see page
36).
Press to turn answering
system on or off.
Press to delete message
currently playing; hold to
delete all old messages
(see page 38).
Press to record a memo
(see page 39) or after
pressing
ANNC
to record
an outgoing announcement (see page 36).
Press to adjust playback
volume (see page 38).
Press to repeat message;
press
twice
to play previ-
ous message (see page
38).
Press to skip message
(see page 38).
Press to start or stop message
playback (see page 38).
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Answering System Operation
Day and time announcements
To set day and time
Before playing each message, the answering system
announces the day and time the message was received.
Before using the answering system, you should follow
the steps at left to set the day and time, so messages
are dated correctly. If the clock is not set, before playing messages, the system will prompt "Time and date
not set" each time.
The system uses voice prompts to guide you. Each time
you press SKIP or REPEAT, the day, hour, minute or
year increases or decreases by one. When you hear the
correct setting, press CLOCK to move to the next setting.
To check day and time
You can press CLOCK at any time to hear the
current day and time without changing it.
NOTE:
You can press and hold
SKIP
or
REPEAT
to increase or
decrease the minute or year by ten.
NOTE:
Caller ID provides the time and date. Set the year so that the
day of the week can be calculated from the Caller ID information. After you
set the time once, it will thereafter be set automatically with incoming Caller
ID information. The time will be set automatically only if you subscribe to
Caller ID service provided by your local telephone company (see page 5).
1.
Press
CLOCK
The system will announce the current clock setting, then announces
"To set the clock, press
CLOCK."
2.
Press
CLOCK
3.
Press
SKIP
or
REPEAT
4.
Press
SKIP
or
REPEAT
Press
SKIP
or
REPEAT
until the system announces the correct hour, then press
CLOCK
.
until the system announces the correct minutes, then press
CLOCK
.
until the system announces the correct day, then press
CLOCK
.
5.
6.
Press
SKIP
or
REPEAT
until the system announces the correct
year, then press
CLOCK
. The system announces the current clock setting.
The system will announce the current day setting, then announces
"To change the day, press SKIP
or REPEAT, to change the hour,
press CLOCK."
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Outgoing announcements
Outgoing announcements are the messages callers hear
when calls are answered by the answering system.
The phone is pre-programmed with an announcement. If
the phone is set up to record messages, the phone
answers calls with “Hello. Please leave a message
after the tone.” You can use this announcement, or
replace it with a recording of your own voice.
To play your outgoing announcement
Press ANNC until you hear "Announcement. Press
PLAY or press RECORD." Then press PLAY/STOP.
You will hear the outgoing announcement.
To record your outgoing announcement
Press ANNC until you hear "Announcement. Press
PLAY or press RECORD." Then press RECORD and
begin speaking after you hear "Record after the tone.
Press STOP when you are done." Speak facing the
telephone base from about nine inches away. Press
PLAY/STOP when you are done. Your recorded
announcement will be played back.
Elapsed time (in seconds) will be shown in the message
window as you record. You can record an announcement up to 90 seconds long. Announcements less than
three seconds long will not be recorded.
To delete your outgoing announcement
Press ANNC until you hear “Announcement. Press
PLAY or press RECORD.” Then press PLAY/STOP to
begin playback. Press DELETE during playback to delete
your announcement.
When your announcement is deleted, calls will be
answered with the pre-programmed announcement
described above.
NOTE:
Press
ANNC
to exit the announcement programming.
1.
ANNC
“Announcement. Press
PLAY or press
RECORD.”
2.
(Plays announcement
previously recorded).
3.
RECORD
“Record after the tone.
Press STOP when you
are done.”
4.
5.
(Announcement is
played back).
Speak into microphone.
Microphone
Or
Elapsed
recording time
(seconds).
Press to stop
recording.
(Play/Stop)
(Play/Stop)
6.
ANNC
to exit announcement programming.
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Answering System Operation
1.
SETUP
3.
SETUP
Or
Press until desired feature
is heard (see list at right).
Press until desired selection
is heard.
Press to set selection and
move
to next menu option.
Press to set selection and
exit
menu.
2.
SKIP
or
REPEAT
(Play/Stop)
Changing feature options
Menu features can be changed to program how the
answering system operates. Press SETUP repeatedly to
hear each feature. When you hear the feature you want
to modify press SKIP or REPEAT to change the setting.
Feature options (Default settings underlined).
System announces: Feature description:
"Number of rings"
, current set-
ting, then
"To change the setting press SKIP or REPEAT; to
continue setup, press SETUP"
Options: 2 / 4 / 6 /Toll Saver
"Call screening"
, current set-
ting, then
"To change the setting press SKIP or REPEAT; to
continue setup, press SETUP"
Options: On /
Off
"Remote access code",
current
setting, then
"To change the
setting press SKIP or
REPEAT; to continue setup,
press SETUP"
Options: (enter 2-digit code)
19
"Message alert tone"
, current
setting, then
"To change the
setting press SKIP or
REPEAT; to continue setup,
press SETUP"
Options: On /
Off
Choose number of rings before the system answers a call. When Toll Saver is
active, the system answers after 2 rings if
you have new messages, and after 4
rings if you have no new messages.
When retrieving messages from a longdistant call, you may disconnect your call
after 3 rings so that long-distance
charges will not be charged.
When on, you can hear callers leave messages, or answer the call.
Enter a two-digit number (10-99) for
remote access from another phone (see
page 41).
When on, the telephone beeps every 10
seconds when you have new messages.
NOTE:
Press and hold
SKIP
or
REPEAT
to increase or decrease
the remote access code number by 10.
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Message playback
Press PLAY/STOP to hear messages. The system
announces the number of messages, then begins playback.
If you have new messages waiting, you will hear only the
new messages (oldest first). If there are no new messages,
the system will play back all messages (oldest first).
Announcements
• When playback begins, you will hear the total
number of messages.
• Before each message, you will hear the day and time
it was received.
• After the last message, you will hear “End of mes-
sages.” If the system has less than 5 minutes of
recording time left, you will hear time remaining.
Options during playback
• Press VOLUME button to adjust speaker volume.
• Press SKIP to skip to next message.
• Press REPEAT to repeat message currently playing.
Press twice to hear previous message.
• Press DELETE to delete message being played back.
• Press PLAY/STOP to stop playback.
To delete all messages
To delete all messages, press and hold DELETE while
the phone is idle (not during a call, or during message
playback).
1.
“You have [xx] new
messages and [xx] old
messages”
Number of messages waiting
(or during playback, message
number currently playing).
Message playback begins. See
options at right.
2.
Message playback ends.
NOTE:
If “F” is flashing in
the message window, memory is
full. You will have to delete some
messages before new ones can
be received.
NOTE:
New (unheard)
messages cannot be deleted.
Press
PLAY/STOP
to begin or
end message playback.
(Play/Stop)
(Play/Stop)
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Recording and playing memos
Memos are messages you record yourself. They are
saved, played back and deleted exactly like incoming
messages. You can record a memo as a reminder to
yourself, or leave a message for someone else if other
members of your household are using the answering
system.
To record a memo
Press RECORD. Elapsed time (in seconds) is shown in
the message window as you record. You can record a
memo up to 4 minutes long. Memos less than 1 second
long will not be recorded.
Press PLAY/STOP to stop recording.
To play back a memo
Press PLAY/STOP to hear messages and memos (see
page 38 for other options).
1.
RECORD
“Record after the tone.
Press STOP when you
are done.”
3.
Beep
(Memo has been
recorded).
Elapsed
recording time
(seconds).
Press to stop
recording.
2.
Speak into microphone.
(Play/Stop)
Microphone
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Message counter displays
The message counter usually displays the total number of
memos and incoming messages. See the list below for
explanations of other displays in this counter.
Message counter displays
0
No messages.
1-96
Number of messages/memos, or message number
currently playing (flashes if you have new messages).
10-99
Current remote access code while setting
(see page 37).
1-99
(counting)
Elapsed time while recording a memo (see page 39)
or announcement up to 90 seconds (page 36).
99
(flashing)
Memo recording exceeded maximum time of 99
seconds.
F
(flashing)
Memory is full. Messages must be deleted before
new messages can be received.
--
System is answering a call, being accessed
remotely, or the clock is being programmed.
--
(flashing)
System is being programmed or initialized.
On
(or)
OF
Displayed for one second when any answering
system setting is turned on or off.
02, 04, 06, tS
Current number of rings while setting (see page
37).
Message counter
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1.
Remote access
A two digit security code is required to access your
answering system from any touch-tone phone. This
code is 19 by default; see page 37 to change it.
Dial your telephone number from
any touch-tone phone.
2.
When system answers, enter two
digit remote access code (
19
unless you have changed it).
3.
Enter remote commands
(see list at right).
4.
Hang up to end call and save all
undeleted messages.
Play all messages
1
Play new messages
2
Delete the message
3
33
Repeat or go back
4
Stop
5
Skip to next message
6
Record announcement
*7
to begin recording
5
to stop recording
Help menu
*5
Turn system off
0
Turn system on
0
Exit
8
Press to hear all messages.
Press to hear new messages.
Press during playback to delete current
message. Press 3twice to delete all old
messages.
Press during the caller’s message to
repeat the message. Press during the
beginning of the day and time announcement to go back to the previous message.
Press to stop any operation (stop playback, stop recording).
Press to skip current message and
advance to next message.
Press
* 7
, wait for beep, then begin
speaking. Press 5to stop recording and
hear playback of new announcement.
Press to hear list of features & commands.
Press to turn off answering system.
Incoming calls will no longer be
answered.
If off, system will answer after 10 rings.
Enter your access code, then press 0 to
turn on.
Press 8to end remote access call or
hang up.
NOTE:
If you pause for
more than 4 seconds during
remote access, you will hear a
help menu listing all features &
commands. If you issue no
command for another 20 seconds,
the call will end automatically.
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CONNECTING...
The handset is waiting for a dial tone.
NEEDS RECHARGING
Handset battery is depleted. Place
handset in charger to charge the battery.
BATTERY LOW
Handset battery is low. Place handset in
charger to charge the battery.
RINGER OFF
The handset ringer is turned off.
HOLD
Current call is on hold.
Display screen messages, lights and tones
SCANNING
Handset is scanning for a clear channel
to improve sound quality.
CAN'T CONNECT
Handset cannot communicate with base.
Check base power, or move closer.
** RINGING **
There is a call coming in.
** PAGING **
Call transfer or call forward has been initiated. The handset locator has been
activated (handset beeps to help you
locate it).
PHONE ON
The handset is in use.
Screen display messages
CONNECTING...
MUTE
The call is on mute (only for base unit).
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“Beep-Beep
...
Beep-Beep
...”
(Double beep every 5 seconds)
Handset battery is low. Place handset in
charger to charge the battery.
“Beeeeeeeeep”
(1 long beep)
Confirmation tone (current operation has
been successfully completed).
“Beep-Beep-Beep-Beep-Beep”
(5 quick beeps)
Error tone (current operation has been
unsuccessful; try again).
Display screen messages, lights and tones
Alert tones
Indicator lights
ANSWER ON
On: Answering system is on.
Off: Answering system is off.
IN USE
Steady:
Line is in use.
Flashing:
Call is on hold.
(Also flashes in cadence
with ringing to announce
an incoming call.)
NEW CALL
If you have Caller ID service:
Flashes when new calls have been
received; off when all new Caller ID
records at the base have been
reviewed (see page 29).
SPEAKER
On when speakerphone
is activated.
CHARGE
On when handset is
charging in cradle.
“Siren”
(Alternating tones)
Handset is being paged.
“Beep”
(One beep every 10 seconds)
Message Alert at the telephone base
(you have new messages).
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Troubleshooting
If you have difficulty with your phone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer
Service, visit our web site at www.telephones.att.com, or call 1-800-222-3111. In
Canada, call 1-866-288-4268.
Telephone does
not work at all
• Make sure the battery pack is installed securely and charged correctly (see page 7).
• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into an outlet not controlled by
a wall switch.
• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit
and the modular wall jack.
• If you have pulse-dial telephone service, make sure the dial mode is
set to dial pulse (see page 13).
Cordless
handset does
not ring
• Make sure the ringer is on (see pages 12-13).
• Make sure the telephone line cord and AC adapter are plugged in
properly (see page 6).
• Move the cordless handset closer to the base.
• You might have too many extension phones on your telephone line to
allow all of them to ring. Try unplugging some of them.
Noise or
interference on
a cordless
handset call
• You may be out of range. Move closer to the base.
• Appliances plugged into the same circuit as the base can cause
interference. Try moving the appliance or base to another outlet.
• The layout of your home or office might be limiting the operating
range. Try moving the base to another location, preferably on an
upper floor.
• Disconnect the base from the modular jack and plug in a corded telephone. If calls are still not clear, the problem is probably in your
wiring or local service. Call your local telephone service company.
• Do you have DSL service? If so, you need to have a DSL filter
installed at every phone jack that has a phone connected to it.
Contact your DSL service provider for filter information.
• Other nearby cordless telephones can cause interference. Try moving one of the cordless telephone bases.
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If you lose a call
after changing
channels
Incomplete
messages
• You were probably almost out of range. Move closer to the base
before changing channels. Before placing another call, set the handset in the charger for at least 15 seconds.
• If a caller leaves a very long message, part of it may be lost when the
system disconnects the call after 4 minutes.
• If the caller pauses for more than 6 seconds, the system stops
recording and disconnects the call.
• If the system’s memory becomes full during a message, the system
stops recording and disconnects the call.
• If the caller's voice is very soft, the system may stop recording and disconnect the call.
Difficulty hearing messages
• Press VOLUME ^ to increase speaker volume.
System does
not answer
after correct
number of rings
• Make sure that the answering system is on.
• If Toll Saver is activated, the number of rings changes to two when
you have new messages waiting.
• In some cases, the system may be affected by the ringing system
used by the local telephone company.
• If the memory is full or the system is off, the system will answer after
10 rings.
Announcement
message is not
clear
• When you record your announcement, make sure you speak in a
normal tone of voice, about 9 inches from the base.
• Make sure there is no “background” noise (TV, music, etc.) while you
are recording.
System does
not respond
to remote
commands
• Make sure to enter your Remote Access Code correctly (see page 41).
• Make sure you are calling from a touch-tone phone. When you dial a
number, you should hear tones. If you hear clicks, the phone is not a
touch-tone telephone and cannot activate the answering system.
• The answering system may not detect the Remote Access Code
while your announcement is playing. Try waiting until the announcement is over before entering the code.
• There may be noise or interference on the phone line you are using.
Press dialpad buttons firmly.
Troubleshooting
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Important Safety Instructions
This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear in this user’s manual.
Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock.
Safety Information
• Read and understand all instructions in the user’s manual. Observe all
markings on the product.
• Avoid using a telephone during a thunderstorm. There may be a slight
chance of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak.
If you suspect a gas leak, report it immediately, but use a telephone away from the
area where gas is leaking. If this product is a cordless model, make sure the base is
also away from the area.
• Do not use this product near water, or when you are wet. For example, do
not use it in a wet basement or shower, or next to a swimming pool, bathtub,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub. Do not use liquids or aerosol sprays for cleaning. If the
product comes in contact with any liquids, unplug any line or power cord immediately. Do not plug the product back in until it has dried thoroughly.
• Install this product in a protected location where no one can trip over any
line or power cords. Protect cords from damage or abrasion.
• If this product does not operate normally, read “Troubleshooting” in the
user’s manual. If you cannot solve the problem, or if the product is damaged,
refer to the Limited Warranty. Do not open this product except as may be directed
in your user’s manual. Opening the product or reassembling it incorrectly may
expose you to hazardous voltages or other risks.
• If this product has user-replaceable batteries, replace batteries only as
described in your user’s manual. Do not burn or puncture batteries — they
contain caustic chemicals.
• If this product has a three-prong (grounding) plug or a polarized plug
with one wide prong, it may not fit in non-polarized outlets. Do not defeat
the purpose of these plugs. If they do not fit in your outlet, the outlet should be
replaced by an electrician.
CAUTION:
Use only the power adapter provided with this product. To obtain a replacement, call 1-800-
222–3111. In Canada, call 1-866-288-4268.
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Important Safety Instructions
Especially About Cordless Telephones
• Privacy: The same features that make a cordless phone convenient create some
limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the base and the handset by
radio waves, so there is a possibility that your cordless phone conversations could
be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset.
For this reason, you should not think of cordless phone conversations as
being as private as those on corded phones.
• Electrical Power: The base unit of this cordless telephone must be connected to
a working electrical outlet. The electrical outlet should not be controlled by a wall
switch. Calls cannot be made from the handset if the base unit is
unplugged or switched off, or if the electrical power is interrupted.
• Potential TV Interference: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies
that may cause interference to TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, do not place the base unit of the cordless telephone near or on top of a
TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther
away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference. (Applies
to 25-channel cordless phones only.)
• Rechargeable Batteries: This product contains either Nickel-Cadmium or
Nickel-Metal Hydride rechargeable batteries. Exercise care in handling batteries in
order not to short the battery with conducting material such as rings, bracelets, and
keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause harm. Observe proper
polarity between the battery and the battery charger.
• Nickel-Cadmium Rechargeable Batteries: Must be recycled or disposed of
properly. Do not dispose of in household garbage. Do not burn or puncture. Like
other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could release caustic
material which could cause injury.
The RBRC™Seal means that the manufacturer is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect
and recycle Nickel-Cadmium rechargeable batteries when taken out of service within the United States.
These batteries may be taken to a participating local retailer of replacement batteries or recycling center.
Or you may call 1 800 8BATTERY for locations accepting spent Nickel-Cadmium Batteries.
Nickel-Metal
Hydride Rechargeable Batteries:
Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do not burn or puncture.
Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury.
• Nickel-Metal Hydride Rechargeable Batteries: Dispose of these batteries in
a safe manner. Do not burn or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, if burned
or punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury.
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Important Safety Instructions
Precautions for Users of Implanted Cardiac Pacemakers
Cardiac Pacemakers (applies only to 900 MHz Digital Cordless Telephones):
Wireless Technology Research, LLC (WTR), an independent research entity, led a
multidisciplinary evaluation of the interference between portable wireless telephones
and implanted cardiac pacemakers. Supported by the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration, WTR had recommended to physicians that:
PACEMAKER PATIENTS
• Should keep wireless phones at least six inches from the pacemaker.
• Should NOT place wireless phones directly over the pacemaker, such as in a breast
pocket, when it is turned ON.
• Should use the wireless phone at the ear opposite the pacemaker.
WTR’s evaluation did not identify any risk to bystanders with pacemakers from other
persons using wireless phones.
Especially About Telephones Answering Systems
Two-Way Recording: This unit does not sound warning beeps to let the other party
know that the call is being recorded. To ensure that you are in compliance with any
federal or state regulations regarding recording a telephone call, you should start the
recording process and then inform the other party that you are recording the call.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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FCC Part 68 and ACTA
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The
label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, a product
identifier in the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. This identifier must be provided to
your local telephone company upon request.
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements
adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this
product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14
jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in the user’s manual.
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine how many devices you
may connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. The
REN for this product is encoded as the 6th and 7th characters following the US: in the
product identifier (e.g., if ## is 03, the REN is 0.3). In most, but not all areas, the sum
of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please contact your
local telephone company.
This equipment may not be used with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm
dialing equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this
equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what
will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.
If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until
the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be
made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the
instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty.
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company
may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is
required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical,
you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct
the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file
a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities,
equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this
product. The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned.
If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.
If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store emergency telephone numbers (e.g., police, fire, medical) in these locations. If you do store or test
emergency numbers, please:
• Remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up.
• Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.
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FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a
Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the
intended usage of the product. This product has been tested and found to comply with
the FCC criteria. The handset may be safely held against the ear of the user. The base
unit shall be installed and used such that parts of the user’s body other than the hands
are maintained at a distance of approximately 20 cm (8 inches) or more. If you choose
to use a clipping device, please make sure to only use the supplied AT&T belt clip.
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Limited Warranty
The AT&T brands are used under license. Any repair, replacement or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to: Advanced American
Telephones, 1-800-222-3111 or www.telephones.att.com. In Canada, call 1-866-288-
4268.
1 What does this limited warranty cover?
The manufacturer of this AT&T-branded product, Advanced American Telephones
(“AAT”), warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“CONSUMER” or
“YOU”) that the product and all accessories provided by AAT in the sales package
(“PRODUCT”) are free from material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and
in accordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty extends only to
the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States of America.
2 What will AAT do if the Product is not free from material defects in materials and
workmanship during the limited warranty period (“MATERIALLY DEFECTIVE
PRODUCT”)?
During the limited warranty period, AAT’s authorized service representative will
repair or replace, at AAT’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product.
If AAT repairs this product, AAT may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If
AAT chooses to replace this product, AAT may replace it with a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design. AAT will return repaired or replacement products to you in working condition.
AAT will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement of
Product, at AAT’s option, is your exclusive remedy. You should expect the repair
or replacement to take approximately 30 days.
3 How long is the limited warranty period?
The limited warranty period for the Product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the
date of purchase.
If AAT repairs or replaces a Materially Defective Product under the terms of this
limited warranty, this limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement
Products for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year
limited warranty, whichever is longer.
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Limited Warranty
4 What is not covered by this limited warranty?
This limited warranty does not cover:
• Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical
damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water, or other liquid intrusion; or
• Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration, or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of AAT; or
• Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or
• Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-AAT accessories; or
• Product whose warranty/quality stickers, product serial number plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or
• Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United
States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited
to Products used for rental purposes); or
• Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 6 below); or
• charges for installation or setup, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit.
5 How do you get warranty service?
To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-222-3111 (In
Canada, please dial 1-866-288-4268) for instructions regarding where to return the
Product. Before calling for service, please check the user’s manual. A check of the
Product controls and features may save you a service call.
Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during
transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges
incurred in the transport of Product(s) to the service location. AAT will return
repaired or replaced Product under this limited warranty to you, transportation,
delivery or handling charges prepaid. AAT assumes no risk for damage or loss of
the Product in transit.
If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase
does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, AAT will notify you and will
request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity.
You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of
Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.
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Limited Warranty
6 What must You return with the Product to get warranty service?
You must:
a return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the AAT
service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty;
b include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the Product pur-
chased (Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt (keep a copy for
your records); and
c provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone num-
ber.
7 Other limitations
This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and AAT. It
supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. AAT
provides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describes
all of AAT’s responsibilities regarding the product. There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty and
you should not rely on any such modification.
State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Limitations:
Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and mer-
chantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use) are limited to one year from date of purchase.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitation may not apply to you.
In no event shall AAT be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or
similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to use
the product, or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and
claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Please retain your receipt as your proof of purchase.
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A
AC adapter, 6, 8
Alert tones, 43
Answering calls, 14-15
Answering system, 34
announcements, 36
memos, 39
message playback, 38
remote access, 41
B
Battery charging, 7
Battery installation, 7
Belt clip, 9
C
Call forward, 19
Call transfer, 19
Call waiting, 16, 33
Caller ID, 27
CID memory, 29
delete number, 31
delete records, 32
Conference calls, 17
D
Day and time, 35
Delete an entry, 26
Dialing,
directory dialing, 25
from CID memory, 30
Directories, 20
enter a name, 23
enter a number, 24
search, 25
speed dial number, 21
E
Error tones, 20
F
Flash, 16
H
Handset locator, 15
Headset, 9
Hold, 16
I
Intercom calls, 18
Indicator lights, 43
L
Last number redial, 14-15
Low battery, 7
M
Making calls, 14-15
Memos, 39
Message playback, 38
Message counter displays, 40
Mute, 16
N
Names,
enter a name, 23
search for, 25
O
Outgoing announcement, 36
P
Playback, 38
Q
Quick reference guide, 2-3
R
Recharging, 7
Redial, 14,15
Ring silencing, 14
Ringer tone, 12
S
Search for name, 25
Speaker, 15
Speed dialing, 21-22
T
Technical specifications, 55
Troubleshooting, 44-45
V
Volume controls, 16
Index
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Appendix
Technical specifications
RF Frequency Band
(Handset to Base)
912.75MHz — 917.10MHz
Modulation
FM
RF Frequency Band
(Base to Handset)
5863.8MHz — 5872.5MHz
Channels
30
Operating Temperature
32°F — 122°F
0°C – 50°C
Base Unit Voltage
(AC Voltage, 60Hz)
104 — 129 Vrms
Base Unit Voltage
(DC Adapter Output)
9 Vdc @500 mA
Handset Voltage
3.1 — 4.3 Vdc @600 mAh
Charger Voltage
(DC Adapter Output)
6 Vdc @200 mA
Replacement Battery
Model 3301 (Part Number 80-5071-00-00)
3.6V 600mAh Ni-Cd
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Appendix
Use the wallet card below to help you remember commands to control your
answering system from any touch tone telephone.
Remote access wallet card
Cut along dotted line
Fold card here
Action Remote Command
Play all messages ......................1
Play new messages....................2
Delete the message..................3
Delete all old messages ..........33
Repeat a message......................4
Stop..............................................5
Help menu..................................*5
Skip the message ......................6
Record announcement ............*7
Turn system off/on ..................0
End remote access call ............8 (or hang up)
Call your phone number, then enter
your 2-digit access code (preset to 19).
5.8 GHz Corded/Cordless Telephone/Answering System E5908
Copyright © 2006 Advanced American Telephones. All Rights Reserved.
AT&T and the Globe Design are trademarks of AT&T Corp.,
licensed to Advanced American Telephones. Printed in China.
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Copyright © 2006 Advanced American Telephones. All Rights Reserved.
AT&T and the Globe Design are trademarks of AT&T Corp.,
licensed to Advanced American Telephones. Printed in China. Issue 1 AT&T 01/06.
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Caller ID Operation
To dial a call log entry
When any Caller ID screen is displayed, press DISPLAY
DIAL at the base (or PHONE at the cordless handset) to
dial the number exactly as it appears on the screen.
Dialing options
Caller ID numbers may appear with an area code that
may not be required for local calls.
If the number displayed is not in the correct format,
you can change how it is dialed. Press # repeatedly
to see dialing options. With each button press a new
option will be displayed. Press PHONE (cordless handset) or DISPLAY DIAL (base) to dial when the number
appears in the proper format for your area.
Example:
CID
..............................Number displayed as 908-555-0100
#
..............................Number changes to 555-0100 (drops area code)
PHONE
......................Dials 555-0100 (at the cordless handset)
DISPLAY DIAL
........Dials 555-0100 (at the base)
1
CID
PAT JOHNSON
908-555-0100
8/12 10:06
AM NEW
03
1
CID
PAT JOHNSON
908-555-0100
8/12 10:06
AM NEW
03
2
PHONE/
DISPLAY DIAL
PHONE ON
9085550100
Or
2
#
PAT JOHNSON
555-0100
8/12 10:06
AM NEW
03
3
PHONE/
DISPLAY DIAL
PHONE ON
555-0100
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Note: This page is not found in the manual.
It should used for instructional purposes only.
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