BellSouth MH9915 User Manual

900 MHz CORDLESS CALLER ID TELEPHONE WITH CALL WAITING

40 CHANNEL AUTOSCAN

Model MH9915

OWNER'S MANUAL INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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ongratulations on your selection of a quality BellSouth Product. With proper

care, and by following the setup and user instructions in this manual, this unit

will provide you with years of trouble-free service. BellSouth is committed to providing quality products that fit your needs. We would like to have any comments or suggestions you might have on this product. You may mail your comments to:

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When examining your new BellSouth cordless telephone, you will find an array of special features including:

Filtered Sound™ System - Receives considerably less noise than conventional cordless

telephones because of a special circuit which delivers the clearest possible reception.

50 Channel Autoscan - Press the button on the HANDSET to find and lock on

to the clearest channel for any call.

Desk or Wall Mount - Use this equipment as a desk phone or as a wall phone. TONE or PULSE Dialing - Use this phone for either TONE (push-button) or PULSE

(rotary) dialing.

Automated Functions - Redial the last number called and automatic STANDBY mode. Security - Ensures greater privacy because a built-in security code with 65,536

combinations prevents use of your telephone line by another nearby cordless telephone.

Dependable Battery - Recharge your BATTERY PACK many times with the built-in

charger. The battery low warning tone tells you when the BATTERY PACK needs recharging (See page 27).

Special Services - Use the button to access special services such as Call

Waiting supplied by your telephone company or company switchboard.

STANDBY Mode - When in STANDBY mode (ON-HOOK), the telephone is capable of

receiving a call. When the HANDSET is on the BASE UNIT, it is automatically in the STANDBY mode (ON-HOOK). When the HANDSET is taken off the BASE UNIT, it remains in the STANDBY mode until you activate the button.

Battery Power Saver - Once fully charged, in STANDBY mode, the HANDSET can

receive/send calls for a maximum of five days without the need for recharging. Length of charge depends on frequency of use.

Luminous LCD Screen - The LCD Screen emits light for 10 seconds every time you

press any of the TELEPHONE KEYPAD buttons.

HANDSET Ringer Level - Select the ringer sound level (HI, LOW, OFF). HANDSET Volume Control Switch - Select the receiver volume level (HI, MID, LOW).

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flash/edit

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HEADSET JACK - Your telephone can utilize a headset for hands-free communication. BELT CLIP - Use the BELT CLIP to hang your HANDSET on your belt.

CALLER ID SYSTEM

Multi-Function Large LCD Screen - Shows the number you are dialing and, with Caller

ID service (available through subscription from your local telephone company), displays information about the caller before you answer the call.

Name and Number DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK) - Stores up to 40 names and numbers

so that you can call them with a single key stroke.

Caller List - Available with Caller ID service. Stores up to 80 calls to keep track of

everyone who called. The name, phone number, time and date of the call are recorded. Allows you to return their calls with a single key stroke.

Preferred Calls - You can mark the name and number of a welcome caller in the

DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK). When that number calls in, the caller’s name will appear on the LCD Screen and a special ring sound will be heard.

Blocked Calls - You can mark the name and number of an unwelcome caller in

the DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK). When that number calls in, the caller’s name will appear on the LCD Screen and the ringer will be disabled.

Repeat Call Indicator - Shows if a new incoming call has called more than once. Unavailable Call Indicator - Advises you that the origin of the incoming call does not

support the Caller ID system.

Call Waiting Service - Displays the name and number of the second caller, if you

have subscribed for Call Waiting service from your local telephone company (see page 13).

Voice Mail - Indicates message waiting signal if you subscribed to Voice Mail message

service and requested Visual Message Indication from your local telephone company (see page 13)

HANDSET Controls

items.

1. HANDSET

LARGE LCD SCREEN

RE ( REDIAL)/PA (PAUSE) /SAVE BUTTON Pg. 10, 15~18, 20~25

DIR (DIRECTORY) BUTTON Pg. 14~19

5. TALK BUTTON

Pg. 6, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 18, 29

TELEPHONE KEYPAD Pg. 16~18, 20~22, 24, 25

Pg. 19, 21, 25

MENU/VOICE MAIL BUTTON Pg. 13, 20~25

ANTENNA

10.

MESSAGE

NEW CALL/ WAITING LED INDICATOR Pg. 13, 14

11.

VOLUME CONTROL (HI, MID, LOW) SWITCH

12.

BATT LOW INDICATOR Pg. 27

13.

SCROLL UP-DOWN/SHIFT LEFT-RIGHT BUTTON Pg. 12, 14~24

14.

HEADSET JACK

Pg. 11

15.

OPTION BUTTON

Pg. 14, 18, 19

16. DEL (DELETE)/CHAN

(CHANNEL) BUTTON Pg. 9, 15, 16, 18, 19, 26, 29, 30

17.

FLASH BUTTON

EDIT/

Pg. 13, 16~18, 20~25

HANDSET Controls

1.HANDSET ANTENNA

18.

CHARGE CONTACTS

HANDSET Controls

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3. /re (REDIAL)/pa (PAUSE) Button: (SAVE) Press and hold down to save the

changes on the listed items. (REDIAL) Press to redial the last number you dialed. (PAUSE) Press to insert a pause while dialing. (You will need the /re/pa button to dial numbers which use an alternative Long Distance Access Code.)

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4. DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK) Button: Press to access names and numbers

stored in the DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK). (See pages 14 to 19 for details.)

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5. Button: Press to answer an incoming call or to place a call. Press to end a

call.

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6. TELEPHONE KEYPAD to Buttons: Allows you to make a call depending

on pressed button. (For TELEPHONE KEYPAD characters, see page 17.)

7. TEMPORARY TONE Button: Press to temporarily change the DIALING mode

from PULSE to TONE for Rotary Service Users. (Press once before entering numbers to access the answering system or electronic banking services, etc.)

voice mail/menu

8. Button: (VOICE MAIL) Press to automatically dial the Voice Mail Post

Code in your area to access your Voice Mail message. (MENU) Press to access the special functions operation in STANDBY mode. (For special functions see pages 20~25.)

9. NEW CALL/MSG WAITING (MESSAGE WAITING) LED Indicator: (NEW CALL) Blinks to indicate that you have a new Caller ID call stored in memory. (MESSAGE WAITING) Blinks at a slow rate when receiving a Message Waiting signal, if you have subscribed to a Voice Mail message service from your local telephone company. (See page 13.)

10. HANDSET Volume Control (hi, mid, low) Switch: Select the receiver volume level (HI, MID, LOW).

11. BATT LOW INDICATOR: Appears on the LCD Screen when the battery charge is low. (See page 27 for detail.)

12. SCROLL UP-DOWN, SHIFT LEFT-RIGHT Button: Press to move around the Large LCD Screen.

13. HEADSET JACK: For connecting your headset plug to enjoy hands-free communication. (See page 11 for detail.)

14. /option Button: (OPTION) Press to change the displayed telephone number

to 7, 10, or 11 digit DIALING mode during Caller ID callback.

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15. (DELETE/CHANNEL) Button: (DELETE) - Press and hold down to delete

items or individual characters. (CHANNEL) Press to change the operating channel when you hear interference.

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16. Button: (EDIT) Press to edit listed items. (FLASH) Press to answer a call

if you have Call Waiting.

17. CHARGE CONTACTS: For charging the BATTERY PACK inside the HANDSET. We recommend cleaning the CHARGE CONTACTS periodically with a damp cloth.

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BASE UNIT Controls

CHARGE TERMINALS

TELEPHONE LINE

CONNECTION JACK

Pg. 5, 6, 9, 30

POWER-IN

CONNECTION JACK

Pg. 5, 6

TONE/PULSE

SELECT SWITCH

Pg. 6, 30

4.BASE UNIT

ANTENNA

Pg. 5, 10, 30, 31

IN USE/CHARGE LED INDICATOR

Pg. 10, 11

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BASE UNIT Controls

1. TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION JACK

2. POWER-IN CONNECTION JACK

3. TONE/PULSE Select Switch

4. BASE UNIT ANTENNA: Raise or reposition for the best reception.

5. IN USE/CHARGE LED Indicator: (IN USE) Lights up to indicate that the HANDSET is in

TALK mode. (CHARGE) Lights up when the HANDSET is placed on the BASE UNIT for charging.

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6. Button: Press to page the HANDSET.

7. CHARGE TERMINALS: For charging the HANDSET BATTERY PACK. For best

performance, clean the CHARGE TERMINALS periodically with a damp cloth.

IMPORTANT

Placing your BASE UNIT near appliances

such as televisions, refrigerators, radios, or

microwave ovens may cause interference.

Contents

Safety Instructions.....................................................................................................................3

Getting Started...........................................................................................................................5

Desk Mounting............................................................................................................................8

Wall Mounting.............................................................................................................................8

Cordless Telephone Operation...................................................................................................9

Preparing for Use................................................................................................................ 9

Receiving Calls.................................................................................................................... 9

Placing Calls.........................................................................................................................10

Redial Feature......................................................................................................................10

Using the Headset Feature..................................................................................................11

Caller ID System Operation........................................................................................................12

Caller ID System...................................................................................................................12

Viewing Caller Information During Incoming Calls......................................................... 12

Caller ID with Call Waiting..............................................................................................13

Message Waiting...........................................................................................................13

One-Touch Voice Mail Dialing........................................................................................ 13

Caller List.............................................................................................................................14

Viewing the Caller List.................................................................................................. 14

Placing a Call from the Caller List.................................................................................. 14

Storing Caller ID Records into the DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK).......................................15

Deleting a Single Record in the Caller List....................................................................15

Deleting all Records in the Caller List............................................................................ 15

Name and Telephone Number DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK).................................................16

Viewing the DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK).....................................................................16

Storing Phone Numbers.................................................................................................16

Telephone Keypad Characters......................................................................................17

Placing Calls from the DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK).......................................................18

Editing a Stored Number in the DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK).........................................18

Deleting a Stored Number in the DIRECTORY (PHONEBOOK).......................................19

Preferred Calls.............................................................................................................. 19

Blocked Calls.................................................................................................................19

Contents

Function Settings................................................................................................................20

A. Setting the Ringer Level.......................................................................................... 21

B. Changing the Language...........................................................................................21

C. Turning the First Ring ON or OFF.............................................................................22

D. Setting the Time and Date........................................................................................22

E. Adjusting the Contrast............................................................................................. 23

F. Setting the PBX Number............................................................................................23

G. Changing the Flash Time......................................................................................... 23

H. Changing the Pause Time........................................................................................ 24

I. Programming One-Touch Voice Mail Dialing...............................................................24

J. Deleting Message Waiting Indication........................................................................ 25

K. Setting the Area Code............................................................................................. 25

Security................................................................................................................................ 26

Recharging the BATTERY PACK............................................................................................27

Changing the BATTERY PACK...............................................................................................28

Problem Solving.....................................................................................................................29

Technical Information.....................................................................................................................30

FCC Requirements...........................................................................................................................31

Warranty Information.......................................................................................................................33

Wall Mount Template........................................................................................................................ 37

Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury, always follow these basic safety precautions when using your cordless telephone equipment.

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone.

3. Do not use this telephone near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,

in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else where there is water.

4. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

5. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

6. Use only the power cord and BATTERY PACK indicated in the Owner’s Manual. Do

not dispose of the BATTERY PACK in a fire. The BATTERY PACK may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

7. Operate this telephone using the electrical voltage as stated on the BASE UNIT or in the Owner’s Manual. If you are not sure of the voltage in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

8. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlet before cleaning or replacing the BATTERY PACK. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the telephone. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

9. Place this telephone on a stable surface. Serious damage and/or injury may result if the telephone falls.

10. Do not cover the slots and openings on this telephone. This telephone should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This telephone should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

11. Do not place anything on the power cord. Install the telephone where no one will step or trip on the cord.

12. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can increase the risk of fire or electric shock.

13. Never push any objects through the slots in the telephone. They could touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the telephone.

14. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not take this telephone apart. If service or repair work is required on this telephone, take it to a qualified service representative. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

15. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlet and consult a qualified service representative in any of the following situations.

A. When the power supply cord is frayed or damaged. B. If liquid has been spilled into the telephone. C. If the telephone has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the telephone does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment may require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the telephone to normal operation.

Safety Instructions

E. If the telephone has been dropped or the case has been damaged. F. If the telephone exhibits a distinct change in performance.

16. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

17. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically

designed for wet locations.

18. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

19. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Battery Safety CAUTION:

Danger of explosion if BATTERY PACK is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, read and follow these instructions:

1. Use only the following type and size of BATTERY PACK:

Cordless Telephone BATTERY PACK

3.6V, 600mAh U.S. Electronics Inc. Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK: model B650 (See page 27 for ordering information.)

2. Do not dispose of the BATTERY PACK in a fire. It may explode. Check with local

codes for possible special disposal instructions.

3. Do not open or mutilate the BATTERY PACK. Released electrolyte from a BATTERY

PACK is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. Electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.

4. Exercise care in handling the BATTERY PACK to prevent shorting the BATTERY

PACK with conductive materials such as rings, bracelets and keys. The BATTERY PACK or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

5. Charge the BATTERY PACK provided with (or identified for use with) this telephone

only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.

6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the BATTERY PACK and BATTERY

CHARGER.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ATTENTION:

The telephone that you have purchased contains a rechargeable BATTERY PACK. The BATTERY PACK is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this BATTERY PACK into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

Getting Started

TELEPHONE LINE CORD

AC ADAPTOR

SHORT TELEPHONE LINE CORD

Connecting Your Phone

This section is a reference guide to the basic functions and operations of your cordless telephone. For more detailed descriptions of the operations and features of this telephone, refer to the Contents on page 1.

1. Carefully remove your cordless telephone from its shipping carton. If there is any

visible damage, do not attempt to operate this equipment. Return it to the place of purchase.

2. Check to be sure you have all items that come with this cordless telephone system.

You should have a HANDSET, BASE UNIT, AC ADAPTOR, BATTERY PACK, MOUNTING BRACKET, TELEPHONE LINE CORD, SHORT TELEPHONE LINE CORD, BELT CLIP, and Owner’s Manual.

BATTERY PACK

WALL MOUNT WALL MOUNT DESK MOUNT DESK MOUNT

HANDSET

BASE UNIT

MOUNTING BRACKET

BELT CLIP

3. Insert the small plug on the end of the AC ADAPTOR into the POWER-IN

CONNECTION JACK at the back of the BASE UNIT.

4. Plug the AC ADAPTOR into a 120V AC wall outlet.

USE ONLY WITH CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE 9V DC, 300mA.

5. Insert one plug of the TELEPHONE LINE CORD into the house TELEPHONE JACK

and the other end into the TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION JACK at the back of the BASE UNIT. (If you have an older 4-prong TELEPHONE JACK, you will need an RJ-11C TELEPHONE JACK ADAPTOR. This adaptor is available at the same place you purchased your telephone.)

6. Raise or reposition the ANTENNA on the BASE UNIT for the best reception.

7. We recommend not placing this unit next to appliances. Doing so may cause

interference.

Getting Started

TELEPHONE LINE CORD

BASE UNIT

ANTENNA

120V WALL

OUTLET

TELEPHONE LINE

CONNECTION

JACK

TELEPHONE

JACK

TONE/PULSE

SELECT SWITCH

POWER-IN

CONNECTION

JACK

AC ADAPTOR

8. Install the HANDSET BATTERY PACK by plugging it into the BATTERY CONNECTOR inside the BATTERY COMPARTMENT.

9. Place the BATTERY PACK inside the BATTERY COMPARTMENT.

10. Slide the HANDSET BATTERY

COMPARTMENT COVER firmly into place in its closed position.

BATTERY PACK

11. IMPORTANT: Before initial use, charge the HANDSET for 12 hours.

12. TONE/PULSE Select Switch: A. If your home is equipped with a tone

dialing system, set the TONE/PULSE Select Switch to the TONE position.

B. If you have a rotary dialing system,

set the TONE/PULSE Select Switch to the PULSE position.

C. If you are not sure which system you

BATTERY

CONNECTOR

have, set the TONE/PULSE Select Switch to the TONE position. Press

TALK

the button on the HANDSET to get a dial tone, and press any button on the TELEPHONE KEYPAD except the zero. If the dial tone continues, it means that you do not have TONE dialing service. Press

TALK

the button on the HANDSET

BATTERY

COMPARTMENT

COVER

to hang up. Set the TONE/PULSE Select Switch to the PULSE mode and then try again.

13. Set the date and time on the HANDSET. (See page 22 for details.)

Getting Started

Press the button to confirm that you have a dial tone. If you do not get a dial tone, review steps 3 through 12. If you still do not have a dial tone, refer to the Problem Solving section on page 29.

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Belt Clip Installation

With the back of the HANDSET facing up, insert one side of the BELT CLIP HOOK into the matching slot at the top side of the HANDSET. Press down on the opposite side of the BELT CLIP until the other hook locks into the slot on the side of the HANDSET.

BELT CLIP HOOK

You are now ready to use your new

BellSouth Cordless Telephone.

IMPORTANT

In order to utilize the Caller ID feature, you

must subscribe to Caller ID service from

your local telephone company.

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