AT&T E5945B User Manual
User’s manual
5.8 GHz Cordless
Telephone/Answering
System E5945B
with Caller ID & Call Waiting
Congratulations on your purchase
of this AT&T product.
Before using this telephone system, you must
read Important safety instructions
on pages 45 to 47 of this manual.
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Model no.: AT&T E5945B
Product name: 5.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system
Serial no.:
(found on the bottom of the telephone base)
Purchase date:
Place of purchase:
IMPORTANT
Information about caller ID with call waiting
This product has a caller ID with call waiting feature that works with
service from your local telephone service provider.
Caller ID with call waiting lets you see who is calling before answering
the telephone, even when 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 they may not be available in all
areas.
Depending on your service subscription, 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.
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.
You must install and
charge the battery before
using the telephone.
For customer service or product
information, visit our web site at
STOP!
See page 7
for easy instructions.
www.telephones.att.com
or call 1 (800) 222-3111.
In Canada, call 1 (866) 288-4268.
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.
User’s manual
5.8 GHz Cordless
Telephone/Answering
System E5945B
with caller ID & call waiting
Table of contents
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
Cordless handset programming .....10
Basic cordless handset operation .. 12
Base operation ................................... 13
Options while on calls ......................14
Call transfer ........................................15
Directory
Directory .............................................16
Speed dial ............................................17
Entering names into directory ........19
Entering numbers into directory ...20
Directory search ................................21
Changing directory entries .............. 22
Caller ID operation
How caller ID works ........................23
About names ......................................24
Review call log .................................... 25
Dial from the call log ........................26
Delete call log entries .......................27
Add entries to the directory ............ 28
Answering system operation
Message capacity ................................29
Day and time announcements ........30
Outgoing announcements ................31
Changing feature options ................. 32
Message playback ...............................33
Recording and playing memos ........34
Message window displays .................35
Remote access ...................................36
Appendix
Display screen messages, lights and
tones .........................................................37
Troubleshooting .................................39
Important safety instructions .......... 45
FCC part 68 and ACTA ..................48
FCC part 15 ......................................49
Limited warranty ...............................50
Technical specifications ..................... 53
Index .....................................................54
Remote access wallet card ..............55
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Getting started
Quick reference guide
Cordless handset
PHONE/FLASH
Press to make or answer a call.
During a call, press to receive an incoming
call if call waiting is activated (see page 14).
CID
V
While in menus, press to scroll down.
When the telephone is not in use, press to
display call log entries (see page 25).
While entering names or numbers, press to
delete last character entered.
During a call, press CIDV to lower
listening volume.
DIR
^
While in menus, press to scroll up.
When the telephone is not in use, press to
display directory entries (see page 21).
While entering names, press to advance the
cursor to the next space.
During a call, press
listening volume.
DIR to increase
^
MENU
Press to display menu
(see page 10-11).
DELETE
When the telpehone is in CID mode, press
either the CHAN or DELETE button to
delete the displayed caller ID entry ( see
page 27), or press and hold the CHAN or
DELETE button to delete all caller ID entries
( page 27).
SELECT/TRANSFER
Press to store a programming option
(see page 10-11).
During a call, press to transfer a call
between cordless handsets (see page
15).
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. (see
pages 10-11).
CHAN
When the telephone is off the hook, for
example, when on a call, pressing the
CHAN or DELETE button causes
the telephone to scan for a clearer channel when there is static or interference
on the line ( see page 14).
REDIAL/PAUSE
While the telephone is idle, press to
display the last number called (see
page 12).
While dialing or entering numbers into
the directory, press to insert a four- second dialing pause (see page 20).
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Quick reference guide
Telephone base
CHARGE/IN USE
Flashes when one of the cordless handsets is in use.
On steady when the cordless handset is properly
positioned to be charged in the telephone base.
Flashes when there is an incoming call.
Answering system controls (see pages 29-36)
ANSWER ON ....Press to turn answering system on or off.
CLOCK ..............Press to review or set the answering system clock.
SETUP ................Press repeatedly to listen to the setup options.
ANNC ................Press to review or record announcement. Press again to quit.
RECORD ...........Press to record a memo or after pressing ANNC to record an outgo-
DELETE ..............Press to delete a message during playback. Press and hold to delete
REPEAT..............Press to repeat message. Press twice to play previous message.
SKIP ...................Press to skip message.
HANDSET LOCATOR
Press to page the cordless handsets if none of the handsets
are in the telephone base. Press again to cancel the page.
Press OFF/CLEAR on cordless handset, or place cordless
handset in the telephone base or charger to cancel the page
on that handset only; all other handsets will still be paged.
Press to play or stop playing messages.
ing announcement.
all old messages when idle.
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Parts checklist
Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to ship your telephone for warranty service.
Telephone base Cordless handsets
Power adapters
Wall mount bracket
Telephone line cord
Cordless handset chargers
Belt clips
Batteries
Battery compartment doors
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Getting started
Before you begin
Caller ID and call waiting
The caller ID with call waiting features
in this telephone let you see who's
calling before answering the telephone,
even when 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, or
• you currently do not have any 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.
See Caller ID operation on page 23
for more details about how these features work.
Batteries for cordless handset
Use only the supplied rechargeable
batteries or AT&T replacement battery
model 3301 (SKU 91076. Part number
80-5071-00-00).
Telephone operating range
The cordless telephone handset operates with the maximum power allowed
by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). This cordless
handset and the telephone base can
communicate over only a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and the
cordless handset, the weather, and the
construction of your home or office.
If there is an incoming call but the
cordless handset is out of range, the
cordless handset might not ring - or if
it does ring, the call might not connect
well when PHONE/FLASH is pressed.
Move closer to the telephone base,
then press PHONE/FLASH to answer
the call.
If you move out of range during a telephone conversation, you might hear
noise or interference from the cordless handset. To improve reception,
move closer to the telephone base.
If you move out of range without
pressing OFF/CLEAR, your telephone
will be left off the hook and the line
will be busy. To hang up properly, walk
back toward the telephone base while
periodically pressing OFF/CLEAR until
the call is disconnected.
If you experience noise or interference
while on a call, press the CHAN button
until a clearer channel is selected.
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Getting started
Telephone base installation
Install the telephone base as shown below. Choose a location within the home:
• away from any other cordless (wireless) device such as cordless telephones, 802.11
wireless router (for example, WiFi), and
• away from other electronic equipment, microwave oven, television, computer, etc.
Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust, and moisture.
• If you need to install your telephone within the same room as other cordless tele-
phones or wireless products, you may need to select a different channel for your
router and or change the channel on your telephone handsets (see page 14).
Plug the telephone line
cord into a modular telephone jack.
Plug the larger power adapter
into an electrical outlet not
controlled by a wall switch.
NOTES:
1. 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.
2. Be sure to use an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
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Battery installation & charging
Press in and downward
on the tab to open the
battery compartment
cover.
Plug the battery connector
into the handset battery
compartment, matching the
color coded label.
Place the battery
and wires in the
compartment.
Slide the battery compartment cover up until
it clicks into place.
After battery installation, place the cordless handset in the telephone base or 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 telephone base or charger after each use. When
the battery is fully depleted, a recharge takes about 16 hours. The talk time on a fully
charged battery is about five hours depending on environmental conditions, and the standby
time is approximately five days. Actual battery life will depend on the usage conditions, and
the age of the battery.
Caution: Use only the supplied rechargeable
battery or AT&T replacement battery model 3301
(SKU 91076, part number 80-5071-00-00).
Plug charger power adapter
into the jack on the underside of the charger, then plug
the adapter into an electrical
outlet not controlled by a wall
switch.
Place the cordless handset in the telephone base
or charger to charge for
at least 16 hours before
first use.
Return cordless handset to the telephone base or charger to recharge
when this symbol appears.
(When in use the cordless handset
will beep when battery is low).
BATTERY LOW
--1- 8/12 10:06
Low battery indicator.
Off hook mode.
am
3
--1- 8/12 10:06
am
Low battery indicator.
Idle mode.
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Wall mounting
The telephone base can be installed on any standard telephone 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.
1) Connect the telephone line cord and
the power adapter to the telephone
jack at the bottom of the telephone
base and the modular telephone wall
jack, as shown on page 6.
2) Install the wall mount bracket onto
the telephone base. First put the two
front wall mount bracket tabs into the
front notches on the bottom of the
telephone base, then squeeze the rear
tabs of the wall mount bracket when
inserting them into the rear notches
on the bottom of the telephone base.
NOTE: To disassemble the wall
mount bracket, squeeze the rear notches
while lifting up the wall mount bracket
back and away from the telephone base.
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3) Plug the power adapter into electrical
outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
4) Plug the telephone line cord into a
modular telephone wall jack.
5) Position the wall
mount bracket
over the wall outlet
mounting pegs.
Press and slide the
wall mount bracket
down firmly so it is
held securely on
the outlet mounting
pegs.
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Belt clip & optional headset
Snap belt clip into notches on
side of cordless handset. Rotate
and pull to remove.
For hands-free telephone conversations, use any industry standard 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). For best results, use an AT&T 2.5 mm headset.
Plug 2.5 mm headset
into the jack on the
side of the cordless
handset (beneath
small rubber flap).
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RINGER: 1
Telephone operation
Cordless handset programming
Each cordless handset operates as an individual unit.
The ringer sound, ringer volume, date/time, dial mode
and language must be programmed separately for
each cordless handset. Follow the steps below to
program the cordless handset. To stop at any time,
press OFF/CLEAR.
Choose cordless handset ringer sound
1. Press MENU to begin programming.
2. Press CIDV or ^DIR until the screen displays
RINGER:
3. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to change the current setting.
4. Press CIDV or ^DIR to display 1, 2, 3, 4 or OFF.
There will be a sample of each ringer tone.
5. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to choose the displayed ringer
tone and exit.
NOTE: If you choose OFF, the cordless handset ringer will be turned
off, and the screen will display RINGER OFF when the cordless handset is
idle (not in use). If there are any un-reviewed calls, the screen will display XX
MISSED CALLS instead of RINGER OFF.
and the current setting.
DATE/TIME
1/01 12:00
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 the caller ID
service provided by your local telephone
company (see page 5). The date and
time for the answering machine need to
be set separately (see page 29).
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Set cordless handset display date and time
1. Press MENU to begin programming.
2. Press CIDV or ^DIR until the screen displays
DATE/TIME
.
3. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to view or change date and
time.
4. Press CIDV or ^DIR to change the month in the date
and time line at the bottom of the display, then press
SELECT/TRANSFER.
5. Repeat step 4 to set day, hour, minute, and AM/PM.
6. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to save selection and exit.
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DIAL MODE: TONE
LANGUAGE
OFF LOW HIGH
NOTE: If you choose OFF, the
cordless handset ringer will be turned
off, and the screen will display RINGER
OFF when the cordless handset is idle
(not in use). If there are any un-reviewed
calls, the screen will display XX MISSED
CALLS instead of RINGER OFF.
Telephone operation
Cordless handset programming
Choose dial mode
The dial mode defaults to TONE. If you do not have
touch tone service, you will need to change the setting
to PULSE by following these steps:
1. Press MENU.
2. Press CIDV or ^DIR until the screen displays
MODE
: and the current setting.
3. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to change the current setting.
4. Press CIDV or ^DIR to display TONE or PULSE.
5. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to choose displayed dial
mode and exit.
Choose cordless handset display language
The default language for the handset screen displays is
English. To change the language to Spanish (Espanol), or
French (Francais). follow these steps:
1. Press MENU.
2. Press CIDV or ^DIR until the screen displays
LANGUAGE
.
3. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to change the current setting.
4. Press CIDV or ^DIR to choose between ENGLISH,
FRANCAIS, or ESPANOL.
5. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to choose display language
and exit.
Choose ringer volume setting
1. Press and hold CIDV or ^DIR when the cordless
handset is idle (not in use). The screen will display
OFF LOW HIGH.
2. Press CIDV or ^DIR to highlight the desired option
(blinking text). There will be a sample of each ringer
volume.
3. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to choose the blinking ringer
volume and exit.
DIAL
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NOTE: Only one cordless
handset can be on a call at a time. If
another cordless handset attempts
to join a call, its screen will display
OTHER HANDSET ON and then
OR OUT OF RANGE.
12345678901
Telephone operation
Basic cordless handset operation
Making and answering calls
To answer an incoming call, press PHONE/FLASH (or
any key except OFF/CLEAR, CIDV or ^DIR). To make
a call, press PHONE/FLASH, then dial a number. Press
OFF/CLEAR or place the cordless handset back in the
base or charger to hang up.
To preview numbers before dialing, enter numbers first,
then press PHONE/FLASH to dial. Press CIDV anytime
to make corrections when entering numbers.
The screen displays the elapsed time as you talk (in
hours, minutes and seconds).
NOTES:
1. The elapsed time format is in minutes and seconds MM:SS until one
hour has elapsed, then it will change to hours, minutes and seconds
H:MM:SS.
2. Pressing PHONE/FLASH to access service from your local telephone service provider will not affect the elapsed time. The elapsed time
will not be carried over to the other cordless handset on a transferred call.
Last number redial
While the telephone is not in use, press REDIAL/PAUSE
on the cordless handset to display the last number
called (up to 32 digits). To dial the number displayed,
press PHONE/FLASH. Or, after pressing
PHONE/FLASH, press REDIAL/PAUSE to call the last num-
ber dialed.
To delete this number, press REDIAL/PAUSE twice when
the telephone is not in use. This will clear the redial
memory and leave it blank.
Redial
NOTE: Pressing CIDV or
^DIR while the telephone is ringing
can temporarily adjust the ringer volume
(OFF LOW HIGH). The next telezphone
call will ring normally.
Temporary ringer silencing
Press OFF/CLEAR while the telephone is ringing to
temporarily turn off the ringer. The next telephone call
will ring normally. You can answer the call or let the
caller leave a message. This will silence the ringer without disconnecting the call. If the answering system is on,
the caller will be asked to leave a message.
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Telephone operation
Base operation
Handset Locator
Press to page all cordless handsets for up to 60 seconds.
Press again, then press PHONE/FLASH on the cordless
handset, or place the cordless handset in the telephone
base to cancel the page.
NOTES:
1. Pressing OFF/CLEAR on any cordless handset will silence the ringer
on that cordless handset, but will not cancel the page.
2. If one of the cordless handsets is charging in the telephone base, pressing
HANDSET LOCATOR does not generate a paging tone.
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Telephone operation
Options while on calls
Volume control
While on a call, press the CIDV and ^DIR buttons on
the cordless handset to adjust the listening volume.
Flash
Tone
Channel
V^
Volume
Call waiting
If you have subscribed to call waiting service from the
local telephone service provider, there will be a beep
if someone calls while you are already on a call. The
telephone number of the new incoming call will also be
displayed on the screen. Press PHONE/FLASH to put
your current call on hold and answer the new call. You
can press this button anytime to switch back and forth
between calls.
Temporary tone dialing
If you have pulse dial (rotary) service, you can temporarily switch to touch tone dialing during a call by pressing TONE/*. This can be useful if it is necessary to send
tone signals to access the answering systems or longdistant services. After hanging up or pressing
PHONE/FLASH, the telephone automatically returns to
pulse dial (rotary) service.
Channel selection
During a call, if there are clicks and pops, or if the
speech sometimes fades, press CHAN on the handset
to scan for a clearer channel between cordless handset
and the telephone base.
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