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Welcome…
to your BT Decor 1100 
Corded Telephone
Three one-touch memory buttons for easy dialling of your
•
most important numbers.
Quickdial memory to store 10 more useful contact numbers.
•
Secrecy feature lets you talk to someone else close by
•
without your caller hearing you.
Last number redial at the touch of a button.
•
The BT Answer (1571) button flashes to let you know when
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you have received new voice mail messages on your 
network’s answering service*
This User Guide provides you with all the information you 
need to get the most from your phone. Before you make 
your first call you will need to set up your phone. Follow 
the simple instructions in ‘Getting Started’, on the next 
few pages.
Hearing aid?
The BT Decor 1100 is fitted with an inductive coupler so it 
is compatible with hearing aids.
Got everything?
T Decor 1100 telephone
B
Base plinth
Telephone line cord
Wall mounting screws 
User Guide
* Requires subscription to BT’s Call Minder or 1571 Service and 4 x AA batteries
must be fitted (not included) for this feature to work.
2
Getting started Getting to know your phone
Location
You need to place your BT Decor 1100 within 3 metres of a 
telephone socket so that the cable will reach.
Your BT Decor 1100 can be wall mounted, see Wall mounting
3 Getting started 6
Connecting the handset to the base
Turn the phone over and connect the curly handset cord into 
the socket marked with the symbol. Turn the phone back 
over and position the handset on the receiver.
4
Corded telephone
your phone, on page 11.
Insert 4 x AA batteries
You will need to insert 4 x AA Alkaline recommended 
1.5V batteries (not supplied) for the 1571 feature to work.
Please note
•
You will still be able to make and receive calls without the batteries fitted.
Low battery indication
•
If the batteries are low, the 1571 button will flash to warn you that they need 
replacing.
Turn the phone over, and remove the battery compartment
Removing the base plinth (optional)
Your BT Decor 1100 will come with the base plinth already 
attached. If you want to use your BT Decor 1100 on a flat 
surface such as a table or desk then we advise you to leave the 
plinth attached. 
If you prefer to wall-mount your BT Decor 1100, please refer to the instructions 
shown on page 11.
If you want to remove the base plinth, turn the plinth lock 
switch on the underside of the phone to the ‘unlock’ position 
and unclip.
Rotates to hold the handset
in place when wall mounted.
Store button (under One-
Handset hook
Touch Memory Card)
Use to store one-touch
memory and quickdial
numbers.
cover by pressing in on the plastic clip and lifting the cover off. 
Insert the batteries making sure to follow the polarity markings 
shown inside the battery compartment and replace the cover.
Connecting to the telephone line
Connect the telephone line cord to the socket marked  on 
the back of the base and plug the other end into the telephone 
wall socket. 
Redial button
Redials the last number
called. 
Your BT Decor 1100 is now ready for use.
Underneath your phone:
Warning
•
When you change the batteries please ensure the phone is disconnected from 
the telephone line.
Mode switch
Use to change 
the dial mode.
* To use the 1571 feature, you must subscribe to your network’s answering service. Batteries must be installed to be able to use the 1571 button.
Ringer Switch
Use to change 
the ringer 
melody.
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Ringer V 
Switch
Use to set the 
ringer volume.
Call light
R
ed light flashes to indicate
an incoming call.
3 One-Touch Memory 
buttons
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se to store and 
automatically dial up to 
three numbers at the touch 
of one button.
Memory button
Use to dial up to 10 quickdial 
numbers. 
R (Recall) button
Press and hold to enter  
a pause when storing 
a number in the memory
1571/Messages button*
Press to automatically dial 
1571 to easily access BT 
Answer 1571 or Call Minder.
The green light flashes when 
you have new messages 
waiting on your network’s 
answering service.
Secrecy button
Lets you talk to someone in 
the same room without the 
person you are calling 
hearing you. 
Red light illuminates when 
secrecy is on. 
Red light flashes when you 
are storing one-touch or 
quickdial memory numbers.
Using your phone
Making and ending calls
Make a call
1. Lift the handset and wait for the dial tone.
2. Dial the telephone number.
End a call
Replace the handset.
Receive a call
When you receive a call, the telephone rings and the red call 
light flashes. Simply pick up the handset to answer the call.
Redial the last number called
1. Lift the handset.
2. Press the button. The last number called is dialled. 
A redial number can be no longer than 32 digits.
Secrecy
When on a call you can use the secrecy feature to talk to 
someone in the same room, without your caller hearing.
To switch secrecy on and off
1. During a call press and release the  button.
The secrecy button will illuminate red to show that secrecy 
is on.
Your caller will be put on hold. You can now talk to someone in 
the room without your caller hearing you.
2. Press 
and release the  button again to return to your
caller. The red secrecy light will go out.
7 Using your phone
Adjust the ringer volume
There are 3 volume settings to choose from: HIGH, LOW or 
OFF.
The default setting is High (Hi).
If the ringer is set to OFF, the call light will still flash to indicate 
when someone is calling you.
Turn the phone over and move the Ringer Vol. Switch to the 
volume you want: Hi, Lo or Off.
Set the ringer melody
There are 3 ringer melodies to choose from.
The default melody is R1.
Turn the phone over and move the Ringer Switch to the 
position you want: R1, R2 or R3.
Set the dial mode
There are 3 dial mode settings. Tone/Timed break (TB), 
Tone/Earth (TE) and Pulse/Earth (P). The default setting is 
Tone/Timed break (TB).
You should only have to change this setting if connected to a switchboard that 
requires Pulse dialling.
Turn the phone over and move the Mode Switch to the position 
you want: P
, TE or TB.
8 Using your phone
One-Touch memories
You can store your three most frequently used telephone 
numbers in the One-Touch memories (1, 2 or 3). 
The one-touch memory card (located around the one-touch 
buttons) can be used to keep a record of your one-touch 
memory numbers/contact names. Lift the plastic plate up and 
you can write on the card.
To store a One-Touch number
The button is located underneath the one-touch 
memory card. You will need to remove the card and 
plastic plate before you can access it.
1. Lift the handset.
2. Press the button. The red secrecy light will flash.
3. Press the memory location number (1, 2 or 3), in which you 
want to store the number.
4. Enter the telephone number you want to store including the 
area code.
Please note that the number can be no longer than 32 digits.
5. Press the button. You will hear a confirmation tone.
6. Replace the handset.
To dial a One-Touch number
1. Lift the handset and wait for the dial tone.
2. Press the memory location number in which the number you 
want is stored (1, 2 or 3). The number is dialled automatically.
To insert a pause in a memory number
Sometimes you may need to enter a pause when storing a 
number, e.g. with an overseas number you may need to enter a 
pause after storing the international code.
and hold (for approx 1.5 seconds) the button in the
Press 
place where you want to enter a pause.
When you dial the number your B 
automatically insert the pause where you stored it.
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9 Using your phone
Quickdial memories
You can store a further 10 telephone numbers in the Quickdial 
memories. 
There is a quickdial memory card located under the handset on 
your BT Decor 1100 which can be used to keep a record of your 
quickdial memory numbers / contact names. Lift the plastic 
plate up and you can write on the label.
Please note that quickdial numbers can be a maximum of 32 digits long.
To store a number in the Quickdial memory
1. Lift the handset.
2. Press the button. The red secrecy light will flash.
The Store button is located underneath the one-touch memory card. You will 
need to remove the card and plastic plate before you can access it.
3. Using the keypad, enter a memory location number between 0 
and 9 in which you want to store the number.
4. Enter the telephone number you want to store including the 
area code.
5. Press the button. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Replace the handset.
6.
To dial a Quickdial number
1. Lift the handset and wait for the dial tone.
2. Press the  button.
3. Using the keypad, enter the memory location number between 
0 and 9 in which the number is stored. The number is dialled 
automatically.
o delete stored numbers
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1. Lift the handset.
2. Press the button. The red secrecy light will flash.
3. Press the memory location number (0-9) or the one-touch 
memory button (1, 2 or 3) in which you have stored the number 
you wish to delete.
4. Press the button. You will hear a confirmation tone. 
10 Using your phone
5. Replace the handset.
Alternatively, any existing number stored in the Quickdial or 
One-Touch memory can be overwritten by entering a new 
number in the same memory location. Simply follow the 
instructions for storing numbers as previously shown.
Place the handset back on the receiver at any time to cancel storing.
D
uring all storing operations the red secrecy light will flash.
You can mix manual and memory dialling as required, for example, you can dial 
the area code 020 8304 from the memory and then complete the number 
manually.
If an error occurs while storing a number you will hear three short beeps, then 
your BT Decor 1100 will return to talk mode. If you unplug your BT Decor 1100 
the numbers stored in the memory will be saved. However, the last number 
redial memory will be lost. 
1571 Voice mail indication
If you have subscribed to BT Answer 1571 or Call Minder, your 
BT Decor 1100 will indicate when you have received a voice 
message by the flashing messages light.
BT Answer 1571 and Call Minder are invisible answer machines 
located at your local exchange which will take messages when 
you are out, engaged on another call or on the Internet.
To enable your BT Decor 1100 to let you know you have 
messages you must first subscribe to a BT messaging service:
BT Answer 1571 is a basic answering service and is completely 
free of charge. To activate the service, dial Freefone 0800 003
800.
For information on Call Minder, call BT on Freefone 0800 800
150. This is a chargeable service.
To access your voice mail
1. Lift the handset and wait for the dial tone.
Press the 
2. 
out and after a few seconds you will be connected automatically 
to your voice mail service. Options to play, save and delete your 
messages will then be available.
The message waiting indicator is activated by a stuttered dial tone which you can 
hear when you pick up your phone. BT Calling Features, such as Call Diversion 
and Call Barring use a stuttered dial tone so therefore will cause the message 
waiting indicator to flash even if no messages have been left.
button. You will hear the telephone dialling
11 Using your phone 14 General information
• IMPORTANT
After an incoming call, or after lifting the handset, your BT Decor 1100 will check 
the line for any messages. You will experience at least a 2 minute delay before 
the message waiting indicator light flashes if messages have been left.
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Help
Phone does not ring
• Check that the telephone line cord is correctly connected.
• Check that the Ringer switch on the back of your BT Decor 
1100 is not set to ‘Off’.
Wall mounting
•
IMPORTANT
Before you wall mount, please check that:
• the wall can support the weight of the phone
• you are not drilling into any hidden wiring
• the telephone line cord will reach the telephone socket
BT are not responsible for any damage/injury caused while attempting to wall 
mount your phone.
Your caller cannot hear you
• Is the red  button light on? If so, secrecy is switched on. 
Press the button to speak to your caller again.
1571 button does not work
• You must subscribe to BT’s Call Minder or 1571 Service for the 
1571 button to work. See page 10.
• Check that you have installed 4 x AA batteries (not supplied) 
and that they are inserted correctly.
1. Revolve the handset catch to keep the handset in place when 
wall mounted.
Safety information
• Only use the telephone line cord supplied with your BT Decor 
1100, otherwise your telephone may not work correctly.
• Use only the recommended battery type (4 x AA).
• Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of 
explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals.
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• Do not open the telephone (except to replace the batteries). 
Cleaning
2. Remove the base plinth by turning the plinth lock switch on the 
underside of the phone to the ‘unlock’ position and unclip.
3. Drill 2 holes with a 5mm drill for the screws provided, using the
• Simply clean your BT Decor 1100 with a damp (not wet) cloth, 
or an anti-static wipe.
• Never use household polish as this will damage the product.
Never use a dry cloth as this may cause a static shock.
template on the back page.
4. Insert the wall plugs provided and then insert a screw into each 
hole. Leave a gap between the head of the screw and the wall 
(approx. 9mm).
5. Position the product onto the screws.
6. Drop down to secure into place.
Environmental
• Do not expose to direct sunlight.
• Do not submerge any part of your product in water and do not 
use it in damp or humid conditions, such as bathrooms.
• Do not expose your product to fire, explosive or other 
hazardous conditions.
Product disposal instructions
The symbol shown here and on the product 
means that the product is classed as Electrical or 
Electronic Equipment and should not be 
disposed with other household or commercial 
waste at the end of its working life.
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General information
The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) 
Directive (2002/96/EC) has been put in place to recycle 
products using best available recovery and recycling techniques 
to minimise the impact on the environment, treat any 
hazardous substances and avoid the increasing landfill.
Product disposal instructions for residential users
When you have no further use for it, please remove any 
batteries and dispose of them and the product as per your local 
authority’s recycling processes. For more information please 
contact your local authority or the retailer where the product 
was purchased.
Product disposal instructions for business users
Business users should contact their suppliers and check the 
terms and conditions of the purchase contract and ensure that 
this product is not mixed with other commercial waste for 
disposal.
Guarantee
Your BT Decor 1100 is guaranteed for a period of 12 months 
from the date of purchase.
Subject to the terms listed below the guarantee will provide for 
the repair of, or at BT’s or its agent’s discretion the option to 
replace the BT Decor 1100, or any component thereof, which is 
identified as faulty or below standard, or fails as a result of 
inferior workmanship or materials. Products over 28 days old 
from the date of purchase may be replaced with a refurbished 
or repaired product.
The conditions of this guarantee are:
• The guarantee shall only apply to defects that occur within the 
12 month guarantee period.
• Proof of purchase is provided.
• The equipment is returned to the point of purchase.
• This guarantee does not cover any faults or defects caused by 
accidents, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering with 
the equipment, or any attempt at adjustment or repair other 
than by approved agents.
• This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
Within the 12 month guarantee period:
In the unlikely event of a defect occurring, please return the 
product, with the receipt, to the place of purchase.
Outside of the 12 month guarantee period:
If your product needs repair after the guarantee period has 
ended, the repair must meet the approval requirements for 
connection to the telephone network. We recommend that you 
contact BT’s approved repair agent, Helpdesk Solutions on 
08702 405029 or a local qualified repairer.
If you have to return your BT Decor 1100:
Pack the unit securely, preferably in the original packaging. All 
parts must be returned. We cannot take responsibility for goods 
damaged in transit. Please obtain and keep proof of posting 
from the carrier.
Technical information
How many telephones can you have?
All items of telephone equipment have a Ringer Equivalence 
Number (REN), which is used to calculate the number of items 
which may be connected to any one telephone line. Your BT 
Decor 1100 has a REN of 1. A total REN of 4 is allowed, if the 
total REN of 4 is exceeded, the telephones may not ring. 
With different telephone types there is no guarantee of ringing, 
even when the REN is less than 4.
Switchboard compatibility
This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to 
the public telephone network and compatible switchboards, 
which support tone dialling and time break recall. If in doubt 
please consult your Service Provider.
You can change to pulse dialling if necessary. Please see page 7 
for instructions on how to change the dial mode.
TTE Directive
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This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to 
the public telephone network and compatible switchboards.
This equipment complies with the essential requirements for 
the Radio Equipment and T 
Equipment Directive (1999/5/EC).
If you would like a copy of the Declaration of Conformity please 
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Please note that you require 4 x AA batteries for 
the 1571 feature to work. These are not included.