AT&T SL82408, SL82308, SL82208 User Manual

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AT&T SL82408, SL82308, SL82208 User Manual

User’s manual

SL82208/SL82308/SL82408 DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waiting

Congratulations

on your purchase of this AT&T product.

Before using this AT&T product, please read the Important safety instructions on pages 53-55 of this manual.

Please thoroughly read the user’s manual for all the feature operation and troubleshooting information you need to install and operate your new AT&T product. For customer service or product information, please visit

our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111.

In Canada dial 1 (866) 288-4268.

Model #:

SL82208 (dual handset)/SL82308 (triple handset)/

 

SL82408 (quad handset)

Type:

DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/answering system

Serial #:

 

 

Purchase date:

 

 

Place of purchase:

Both the model and serial number of your AT&T product can be found on the bottom of the telephone base.

Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to return your telephone for warranty service.

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Parts checklist

Your new AT&T SL82208/SL82308/SL82408 telephone sytem includes:

User’s manual

SL82208/SL82308/SL82408 DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waiting

Quick start guide

SL82208/SL82308/SL82408 DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waiting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

User's manual

Quick start guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cordless handset

Telephone base

 

 

 

 

 

 

(2 for SL82208)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(3 for SL82308)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(4 for SL82408)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Charger for cordless handset

Battery for cordless handset

Battery compartment cover

(1 for SL82208)

(2 for SL82208)

(2 for SL82208)

(2 for SL82308)

(3 for SL82308)

(3 for SL82308)

(3 for SL82408)

(4 for SL82408)

(4 for SL82408)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power adapter for

Power adapter for

Belt clip for cordless handset

Telephone line cord

telephone base

handset charger

(2 for SL82208)

 

 

(1 for SL82208)

(3 for SL82308)

 

 

(2 for SL82308)

(4 for SL82408)

 

 

(3 for SL82408)

 

 

User’s manual

SL82208/SL82308/SL82408 DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waiting

Table of contents

 

Getting started

 

Quick reference guide.......................

2

Installation..............................................

4

Telephone base and charger

 

installation........................................

5

Battery installation & charging.....

6

Belt clip & optional headset...............

7

Telephone operation

 

Handset operation..............................

8

Options while on calls...................

11

Intercom................................................

14

Intercom call transfer.....................

15

Handset settings...............................

17

Directory

 

Directory...............................................

22

New directory entries.....................

23

Directory review................................

25

Directory search................................

26

To dial, delete or

 

edit entries......................................

27

Caller ID operation

 

Caller ID operation...........................

28

To review the call log....................

31

Answering system operation

Answering system operation......

32

Day & time announcement..........

33

Outgoing announcements...........

34

Changing feature options............

35

Message playback............................

36

Recording & playing memos.......

37

Message counter displays............

38

Answering system mode..............

39

Remote access...................................

40

Appendix

 

Screen icons, indicator

 

lights & tones...................................

41

Handset display screen

 

messages.............................................

42

Troubleshooting................................

44

Operating range................................

52

Maintenance........................................

52

Important safety instructions.....

53

FCC Part 68 and ACTA...................

56

FCC Part 15.........................................

58

Limited warranty...............................

59

Technical specifications................

62

Index.......................................................

63

Getting started

Quick reference guide

Handset

DIR / CID

Press DIR to display directory entries (page 25). Press to scroll up while in menus. While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the right.

Press CID to display caller ID information (page 31). Press to scroll down while in menus. While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the left.

REDIAL/PAUSE

Press to view redial memory (page 9). While entering numbers, press and hold to insert a dialing pause (page 23).

PHONE/FLASH

Press to make or answer a call. During a call, press to receive an incoming call if call waiting is activated (page 11).

SPEAKER

Press to activate handset speakerphone. Press again to resume normal handset use (page 8).

MENU/SELECT

Press to display the menu. Once in the menu, press to select an item or save an entry or setting.

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.

VOLUME

Press on the side of the handset to adjust listening volume when on a call. Press to adjust ringer volume when in idle mode.

MUTE/DELETE

While on a call, press to mute microphone (page 12). While reviewing the call log, press to delete an individual entry, or press and hold to clear the caller ID log (page 31). While

predialing, press to delete digits (page 8).

INT

Press to initiate an intercom conversation or transfer a call (pages 14-16).

Feature menu

 

 

 

 

> Shows a highlighted item

 

 

Feature menu

 

 

 

 

 

<DIRECTORY

 

 

...............DIRECTORY

Page 22

CALL LOG

 

 

CALL LOG..................

Page 28

 

 

 

RINGER VOLUME....

Page 17

 

 

 

RINGER TONE.........

Page 18

 

 

 

KEY TONE..................

Page 18

Menu

 

 

LANGUAGE...............

Page 19

 

 

CLR VOICE MAIL

Page 20

 

 

 

Using menus

Press or to scroll through menu items.

Press MENU/SELECT to select or modify a highlighted item.

Press OFF/CLEAR to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display.

Getting started

Quick reference guide

Telephone base

CHARGE

On when the handset is charging in the telephone base.

IN USE

• On when one of the handsets is in use or when the answering system is answering an incoming call.

Flashes when another telephone is on the same line.

Flashes quickly when there is an incoming call.

VOICEMAIL

Flashes when you have new voice mail. This service is provided by your local telephone company, (different from the answering system on the telephone base).

HANDSET LOCATOR

Press to initiate beeping to locate misplaced handsets (page 10).

SETUP

MESSAGE COUNTER

ANNC

Press to hear setup options (page 35).

Displays number of messages (or during playback, message number currently playing)

(page 36).

Press to review or record announcement; press again to quit (page 34).

CLOCK

Press to review or set clock (page 33).

X/DELETE

Press to delete message currently playing; press and you will hear a voice prompt to direct you to press the button again to delete all old messages in idle mode (page 36).

/REPEAT

Press to repeat message; press twice to play previous message (page 36).

PLAY/STOP

RECORD

Press to record a memo (page 37) or after pressing ANNC to record an outgoing announcement (page 34).

ANSWER ON

Press to turn answering system on or off (page 39).

VOLUME

Press to adjust playback volume (page 36).

/SKIP

Press to skip message (page 36).

Press to start or stop message playback (page 36).

Getting started

Installation

You must install and charge

STOP!

See page 6

the battery before using the

 

telephone.

 

for easy instructions.

Your product may be shipped with a protective sticker covering the handset or base display, remove it before use.

Install the telephone base close to a telephone jack and a power outlet not connected to a wall switch. The telephone base can be placed on a flat surface. For optimum range and better reception, place the telephone base in a high and open location.

Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:

Communication devices such as: television sets, VCRs, or other cordless telephones.

Excessive heat sources.

Noise sources such as a window with traffic outside, motors, microwave ovens, refrigerators, or fluorescent lighting.

Excessive dust sources such as a workshop or garage.

Excessive moisture.

Extremely low temperature.

Mechanical vibration or shock such as on top of the washing machine or work bench.

Getting started

Telephone base and charger installation

Telephone base installation

1. Plug the small end of the larger power adapter into the power jack at the bottom of the telephone base.

5. Plug the large end of the larger power adapter into an power outlet not controlled by a wall switch.

Power adapter

2. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the telephone jack at the bottom of the telephone base.

3. Route cords through slots.

 

 

 

4. Plug the other end of

 

 

 

 

 

 

the telephone line cord

 

Telephone

 

into a telephone jack.

 

line cord

 

 

DSL filter (not included)

Charger installation

1. Plug the small end of the smaller power adapter into the jack on the underside of the charger, then route the cord through the slot as shown.

2. Plug the large end of the smaller power adapter into an electrical outlet.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1.Use only the power adapter supplied with this product. To order a replacement power adapter,

visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada dial 1 (866) 288-4268.

2.This power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.

3.If you receive high speed internet through your telephone line (commonly referred to as DSL), and you are experiencing interference during telephone conversations and/or your caller ID features are not functioning properly, install a DSL filter to the telephone line between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack. Contact your DSL provider for a DSL filter.

Getting started

Battery installation & charging

Install the battery as shown below. After installing the battery, you can make and receive short calls. For optimal performance, charge the handset battery for at least 16 hours before use. When fully charged, the handset battery provides approximately five hours of talk time and three days of standby time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Step 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Step 3

Step 2

Plug the battery securely

Place the battery

Align the cover flat

into the plug inside

pack and wires

against the battery

the handset battery

inside the

compartment

compartment, matching

compartment.

cover, then slide

the color-coded label.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

it upwards until it

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

clicks into place

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Step 4

Charge the handset, by placing the handset face up in the telephone base or in the additional charger. The CHARGE light will be on when charging.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1.Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or replacement battery (model BT8001). To order, visit

our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada dial 1 (866) 288-4268.

2.See the Troubleshooting section on page 44 for charging issues.

Getting started

Belt clip & optional headset

Installation

Snap belt clip into notches on both sides of handset.

Removal

Pull and unlock one flap from the notch first before detaching the whole belt clip from handset.

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. To purchase a headset, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada dial

1 (866) 288-4268.

Lift the rubber flap here.

Plug 2.5 mm headset into jack on side of handset (beneath small rubber flap).

Side of handset

Elapsed time

PHONE 00:00:30

NOTE: Pressing

PHONE/FLASH to access services from your local telephone service provider will not affect the elapsed time.

Elapsed time

SPEAKER 00:00:30

Telephone operation

Handset operation

Making a call

To make a call:

Press PHONE/FLASH or SPEAKER, then enter the telephone number.

To end a call:

Press OFF/CLEAR or return the handset in the telephone base or charger.

On-hook dialing

• Enter the telephone number, then press

PHONE/FLASH or SPEAKER . P re s s

MUTE/DELETE or OFF/CLEAR at any time to make corrections as you are entering numbers.

The screen displays the elapsed time as you talk (in hours, minutes and seconds).

Handset speakerphone

During a call you can press SPEAKER to alternate between hands-free speakerphone and normal handset use. Press OFF/CLEAR to hang up.

NOTE: If a headset is plugged into the handset, you will not be able to use the handset speakerphone.

Answering a call

To answer a call:

Press PHONE/FLASH orSPEAKER.

–OR–

Press any dial pad key (0-9, * or #).

To end a call:

Press the OFF/CLEAR or return the handset in the telephone base or charger.

REDIAL 555-1234

Telephone operation

Handset operation

Auto off

A call will be terminated automatically by placing the handset in the telephone base or charger.

Last number redial

To view the dialed numbers:

Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the most recently called number (up to 32 digits).

Press DIR / CID or REDIAL/PAUSE repeatedly to view up to five recently called numbers.

The handset will beep twice at the beginning and end of the list. Press OFF/CLEAR to exit.

To redial a number:

Press PHONE/FLASH or SPEAKER to redial the displayed number.

–OR–

Press PHONE/FLASH or SPEAKER then

REDIAL/PAUSE to call the most recently called number (up to 32 digits).

Press MUTE/DELETE to delete the displayed number from the redial memory.

Telephone operation

Handset operation

Handset locator

The handset locator feature is useful if you misplace a handset(s).

 

 

 

 

To start the paging tone:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press HANDSET LOCATOR at the telephone

 

 

 

 

 

base. This starts the paging tone at the handset(s)

 

 

 

 

 

for 60 seconds to help you locate the handset(s).

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: When paging, if

you press OFF/CLEAR or

 

 

 

 

 

MUTE/DELETE on a handset, the ringer of the handset will be

 

 

 

 

 

silent but the handset locator feature will not be cancelled.

 

 

 

 

To stop the paging tone:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press PHONE/FLASH,

SPEAKER, or any dial

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

**PAGING**

pad key (0-9, *, or #) on the handset(s),

 

 

 

 

 

–OR–

 

 

 

 

 

Press HANDSET LOCATOR on the telephone

 

 

 

 

 

base.

 

NOTE: The handset ringer volume also determines the level of the paging tone. If the handset ringer volume level is set to off, that handset will be silent for all calls and paging (page 17).

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Telephone operation

Options while on calls

Volume control

Press the VOLUME keys on the side of the handset to adjust listening volume. Each press of the

button increases or decreases the volume.

Volume control

NOTES:

1.All volume settings, (normal handset, speakerphone, and headset) are independent.

2.When the volume level has reached the minimum or maximum setting, you will hear two beeps.

Call waiting

If you subscribe to 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 PHONE/FLASH to put your current call on hold and take the new call. You can press PHONE/FLASH at any time to switch back and forth between calls.

Multiple handset use

If a handset is already in use and you’d like to join the call, press PHONE/FLASH or SPEAKER on another system handset.

Press OFF/CLEAR or place the handset in the telephone base or charger to exit the call. The call will not be terminated until all handsets hang up.

NOTE: A maximum of two handsets can be used at once on an outside call.

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NOTE: You cannot pressOFF/CLEAR to exit redial, directory or caller ID access without ending the call.

Telephone operation

Options while on calls

Last number redial

While on a call, you can press REDIAL/PAUSE to review the most recently called number. To return to your call, press REDIAL/PAUSE. If you don't press REDIAL/PAUSE within two seconds, the most recently called number displayed will be dialed automatically.

NOTE: While on a call, only the most recently called number can be reviewed, and erasing the entry is not allowed. For more details about the redial memory, see page 9.

Mute

The mute function allows you to silence the microphone. You can hear the caller, but the caller will not be able to hear you.

To mute the call:

Press MUTE/DELETE to silence the microphone. When mute is on, MUTED will display temporarily on the handset screen and MUTE will be shown until mute is turned off.

To un-mute the call:

Press MUTE/DELETE again and resume speaking. When mute is turned off, MICROPHONE ON will display temporarily on the handset screen.

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Pat Williams

555-1234

CHRISTINE SMITH

908-555-0100

NEW

10:01AM 11/23

Telephone operation

Options while on calls

Directory

While on a call, you can press DIR to review the directory. To clear the entry from the display, press and hold OFF/CLEAR. To dial the displayed number, press

MENU/SELECT.

NOTE: While reviewing the directory on a call, editing an entry is not allowed. For more details about the directory, see page 22.

Caller ID log

While on a call, you can press CID to review the caller ID log. To dial the displayed number, press MENU/SELECT. To clear the entry from the display, press and hold OFF/CLEAR.

NOTE: While reviewing the call log on a call, storing the caller ID number in the directory is not allowed. For more details about the call log, see page 28.

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Telephone operation

Intercom

Use the intercom feature for conversation between handsets.

Model SL82208

1.Press INT. The screen will show CALLING OTHER HANDSET. The destination handset will ring, and its screen will show OTHER HANDSET IS CALLING.

2.On the ringing destination handset, press

PHONE/FLASH, INT, SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) to answer the intercom call.

Models SL82308/SL82408

1.Press INT. The screen of the originating handset will show INTERCOM TO:.

2.Enter the handset number of the destination handset. The display will show CALLING HANDSET X. The destination handset will ring, and its screen will show HANDSET X IS CALLING.

3.On the ringing destination handset, press

PHONE/FLASH, INT, SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) to answer the intercom call.

NOTES:

1.Before the intercom call is answered, you can cancel the intercom call by pressing OFF/CLEAR or INT on the originating handset.

2.If the destination handset is not answered within 100 seconds or if it is in the directory or call log mode, or out of range, the originating handset will show the message UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN.

3.Pressing OFF/CLEAR or MUTE/DELETE will temporarily silence the intercom ringer.

To end the intercom call:

Press OFF/CLEAR or INT on either handset.

-OR-

Place either handset in the charger or telephone base.

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Telephone operation

Intercom call transfer

Use the intercom feature to transfer an external call from one handset to another.

Model SL82208

1.During a conversation with an external call, press INT. The external call is automatically placed on hold. The handset’s screen will show CALLING OTHER HANDSET. The destination handset will ring, and its screen will show OTHER HANDSET IS CALLING.

2.On the ringing destination handset, press

PHONE/FLASH, INT, SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) to answer the intercom call. You can now talk without the external caller hearing the conversation.

3.Press OFF/CLEAR on the originating handset or place that handset in the telephone base or handset charger to complete the transfer. The originating handset’s screen will show CALL TRANSFERRED and the other handset will automatically be connected to the external call.

NOTES:

1.Before the intercom call is answered, you can cancel the transfer and return to the external call by pressing

OFF/CLEAR, PHONE/FLASH, or INT on the originating handset.

2.If the destination handset does not answer the intercom call within 100 seconds, or if the other handset is in the directory or call log mode, or out of range, the originating handset will show UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN on its screen and will automatically return to the external call.

3.You can switch between the intercom call and the outside call by pressing INT on the originating handset. The display will change between INTERCOM and OUTSIDE to indicate which party is active.

4.You can end the intercom call and return to the external call by pressing PHONE/FLASH on the originating handset.

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Telephone operation

Intercom call transfer

Models SL82308/SL82408

1.During a conversation with an external call, press INT. The external call is automatically placed on hold and TRANSFER TO: is displayed on the screen.

2.Enter the destination handset number (1, 2, 3 or 4). The originating set’s screen will show CALLING HANDSET X. The destination handset will ring, and its screen will show HANDSET X IS CALLING.

3.On the ringing destination handset, press

PHONE/FLASH, INT, SPEAKER, or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) to answer the intercom call. You can now talk without the external caller hearing the conversation.

4.Press OFF/CLEAR on the originating handset or placing that handset in the telephone base or handset charger to complete the transfer. The originating handset’s screen will show CALL TRANSFERRED and the other handset will automatically be connected to the external call.

NOTES:

1.Before the intercom call is answered, you can cancel the transfer and return to the external call by pressing

OFF/CLEAR, PHONE/FLASH, or INT.

2.If the destination handset does not answer the intercom call within 100 seconds, or if the other handset is in the directory or call log mode, or out of range, the originating handset will show UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN on its screen and will automatically return to the external call.

3.You can switch between the intercom call and the outside call by pressing INT on the originating handset. The display will change between INTERCOM and OUTSIDE to indicate which party is active.

4.You can end the intercom call and return to the external call by pressing PHONE/FLASH on the originating handset.

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>DIRECTORY

CALL LOG

>DIRECTORY

CALL LOG

>RINGER VOLUME

RINGER TONE

RINGER VOLUME

Telephone operation

Handset settings

Using the feature menu, you can change settings to customize how the telephone works.

1.Press MENU/SELECT in idle mode to enter the feature menu.

2.Use DIR / CID to scroll to the feature to be changed. When scrolling through the menu, the top menu item is always highlighted with a > symbol.

3.Press MENU/SELECT to select the highlighted item.

NOTE: To cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu or exit the menu display, press OFF/CLEAR. Press and hold OFF/CLEAR to return to idle mode.

Ringer volume

Using this menu, you can set a ring volume level (1- 6), or turn the ringer off. When the ringer is turned off, thewill appear on the handset screen.

To adjust the RINGER VOLUME:

1.Press MENU/SELECT in idle mode to enter the feature menu.

2.Use DIR / CID to scroll to the >RINGER VOLUME menu, then press MENU/SELECT.

3.Press DIR / CID to sample each volume level.

4.Press MENU/SELECT to save your preference and return to the feature menu.

-OR-

When the handset is in idle mode, press the VOLUME buttons on the right side of the handset to change ringer volume.

NOTE: The ringer volume level also determines the ringer levels of intercom calls (pages 14-16) and the paging tone when initiating the handset locator feature (page 10). If the handset ringer volume level is set to off, that handset is silenced for all incoming calls and paging.

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>DIRECTORY

CALL LOG

>RINGER TONE

KEY TONE

RINGER TONE 1

>DIRECTORY

CALL LOG

>KEY TONE

LANGUAGE

KEY TONE

ON

Telephone operation

Handset settings

Ringer tone

This feature allows you to choose one of 10 ringer tones.

To choose a ringer tone:

1.Press MENU/SELECT in idle mode to enter the feature menu.

2.Use DIR / CID to scroll to the >RINGER TONE menu, then press MENU/SELECT.

3.Press DIR / CID to sample each ringer tone.

4.Press MENU/SELECT to save your preference and return to the feature menu.

Key tone

The handset is factory programmed to beep with each key press. If you turn off the KEY TONE, there will be no beeps when keys are pressed.

To turn the KEY TONE on or off:

1.Press MENU/SELECT in idle mode to enter the feature menu.

2.Use DIR / CID to scroll to the >KEY TONE menu, then press MENU/SELECT.

3.Press DIR / CID to select ON or OFF.

4.Press MENU/SELECT to save your preference and return to the feature menu.

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