BT SYNERGY 3100 User Manual
This equipment is not designed for making emergency telephone calls when the power fails.
Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services.
This product is intended for connection to analogue public switched telephone networks
and private switchboards in the United Kingdom.
Synergy 3100
Digital Cordless Telephone with Caller Display
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and Call Waiting*featuring DECT
User
Guide
YOU MUST
SUBSCRIBE TO YOUR
NETWORK PROVIDER’S
CALLER DISPLAY AND CALL WAITING
SERVICES BEFORE THESE FEATURES WILL
WORK. A QUARTERLY FEE IS PAYABLE
Please open this page for an ‘at a glance’
guide to your Synergy 3100
Please open this page for a further
‘at a glance’guide to your Synergy 3100.
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At a glance
Menu button
Use to access and
select the options in
the menu, see pages 4-5.
Handset
Internal button
To make internal calls
between handsets
registered to the base,
see page 33.
Phonebook button
Use to access the 50
names and numbers
stored in the phonebook,
see page 18.
Recall/Power button
For use with a
switchboard/ PBX and BT
Select Services, see page 38.
Also used to switch
off the handset, see page 14.
Keypad
Talk button
Use to make, receive
and end calls, see pages
14-15.
Secrecy button
During a call press to
mute the call so your
caller cannot hear
you talk to someone
close by, see page 17.
Also used as a delete,
edit and exit button.
Volume buttons
Use to adjust the
handset earpiece speech
volume (see page 15)
and handset and base
ringer volume, see pages
21 and 24.
Also used to access the
redial and calls list and
scroll through the
directory, menu options,
redial and calls list.
Red light
To indicate that
the phone is ringing or
in use.
Handsfree button
Use to answer calls
or make a call using
the handsfree mode,
see page 16.
Liquid Crystal
Display
Display shows you
incoming caller’s
details, the name
and/or number you
have dialled, and the
status of the handset.
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Explanation of the display icons
Icon Steady Flashing
EXT
External line in use Incoming call
INT
Internal call Internal call from another handset
In calls list New call received in calls list
3 way conversation in progress
Battery exhausted
Battery weak
Battery half-full
Battery full
Phonebook
Menu in use
Handset linked to base station Out of range or searching for base station
In handsfree mode
EXT
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SYNERGY HS1
HS1
Displays the number of
the handset at all times.
Page button
Allows you to page the
handset(s) to alert a
handset user or to locate
a handset, see page 20.
Charging light
Lights up red to indicate
charging when the
handset is on the base.
Power/In use light
Green light remains lit
when there is power to
the phone and flashes
when the line is in use.
To personalise the
name of your handset,
see page 22.
Standby screen
Base
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DECT
Digital Clarity
Synergy 3100
Charging
Power/In use
EXT
INT
Key combination
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enter the name enter
the telephone number
During a call, press the during a
call until the required level is reached.
During a call, press to switch on and again
to switch off.
enter handset number
enter handset number
– keep pressing to scroll.
– keep pressing to scroll.
HANDSET
RING VOL
to select volume
SETUP BASE VOL
to select volume
Quick Guide
Information for the handset settings
Function
Answer a call/End a call
Make a call
Redial a number
Store a number in the
memory
Dial a number in the memory
Adjust the earpiece volume
Secrecy on/off
Transfer call to another handset
Three way conversation
Access to redial list
Access to calls list
Set handset ringer volume
Set base unit ringer volume
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*If the handset is sitting in the base when a call comes in, you can pick it up
and answer it automatically without pressing the button.
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Menu Structure
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Phonebook
Setup
Add
Delete
Modifiy
Base Vol
Base Mel
Sel Base
Del H/S
PIN Code
Priority
Dial Mode
PABX
Default
Handset 1.....5
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Melody 1.....5
Base 1.....4
Auto
PIN?
PIN?
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Pulse
Recall Recall 1
Recall 2
PBX1
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Pause
PIN?
Handset 1.....5
New PIN
Retype
Base
Handset 1.....5
PIN?
PIN?
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5 Sec
MENU STRUCTURE
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Important. If you make a mistake you can return to the previous menu heading by pressing the ✘ button. If you press
and hold the
✘ button at any time you will return to the standby screen. After 30 seconds if no buttons are pressed
the handset will automatically return to the standby screen.
Handset
Register
Beep
Ring Vol
Ear Vol
Int Mel
Ext Mel
Auto Ans
Name
Language
BS 1234
Keytone
Low Batt
Outrange
Volume 1.....5
Vol Off
Ear Vol 1.....5
Melody 1.....5
Melody 1.....5
On
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English
Francais
Deutsch
Nederl
Italiano
Espanol
Portuges
Norsk
Dansk
Svenska
Suomi
PIN?
On or Off
On or Off
On or Off
MENU STRUCTURE
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In this guide
At a glance
Handset 1
Display icons 2
Quick Guide 3
Menu structure 4
Introduction 7
Unpacking your
Synergy 3100 8
For your records 8
Safety information 9
Setting up 10
Plan the location 10
Using the telephone 14
Making and receiving calls 14
Call timer 14
Handsfree 16
Redial 16
Secrecy 17
Name and number
Phonebook 17
Paging handsets 20
Handset settings 21
Base settings 24
Caller Display
and Call Waiting 27
Using Caller Display 27
Calls list 27
Call Waiting 29
Using Synergy 3000
additional handsets 31
Internal calls 33
Transferring calls 33
Three-way conversation 33
Help 35
General information 37
Guarantee 37
Technical information 38
Switchboard compatibility 38
Switchboard external line
access code 38
Recall 38
Index 40
Note
In this user guide, we’ve included
helpful tips and useful notes. They
are shown in a white box like this.
Note
There is a detailed INDEX at the end of this guide, see page 40.
IN THIS GUIDE
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Introduction
Your Synergy 3100 has been designed for ease of use and made
to the high standards set by BT
Please read the instructions carefully
before use and keep this user guide for
future reference.
DECT
By purchasing the Synergy 3100 you
now own a product which combines
the advantages of cordless operation
with the performance of a high
quality corded telephone. It complies
with the Digitally Enhanced Cordless
Telecommunications (DECT)
standard and offers unparalleled
quality and features.
You can use up to 5 handsets with
your Synergy 3100 base station
without the need for additional wiring.
This user guide applies to both single
and multiple handset systems. The
internal call functions described in
this guide apply only to Synergy 3100
base stations with more than one
handset connected.
Important
If you wear a hearing aid, please
note that the Synergy 3100 works
by sending radio signals between the
base station and the handset. These
signals may interfere with some
hearing aids, causing a humming
noise.
Digital Clarity
DECT
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Synergy 3100
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Charging
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Unpacking your Synergy 3100
For your records
In addition:
If you have purchased the
Synergy 3100 Twin:
One Synergy 3000
handset
One Synergy 3000
charger
2 x AAA rechargeable
batteries (Ni-MH)
One battery cover
One power supply
for charger
(Item code: 003313)
One belt clip
Date of purchase:
Place of purchase:
Serial number:
For guarantee purposes proof of
purchase is required so please keep
your receipt.
If you change your PIN, keep a record
of the new number here:
(original setting 0000)
See page 25 for more information.
INTRODUCTION
If anything is missing, please contact
your place of purchase immediately.
One Synergy 3100
base station
One Synergy 3100
handset
2 x AAA rechargeable
batteries (Ni-MH)
One battery cover
One power supply
for base station
(Item code: 872260)
One telephone line cord
One belt clip
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Power/In useCharging
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DECT
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INTRODUCTION
General
Only use the power supply included
with the product. Using an unauthorised
power supply will invalidate your
guarantee and may damage the telephone.
The item number for the power supply
used with the base station is 872260.
The item number for the power supply
used with the charger is 003313 (only
applicable when you have purchased the
Synergy 3100 Twin).
Only use the approved rechargeable
batteries supplied. Spare rechargeable
batteries are available from the Synergy
Helpline 08706 058 047.
Do not open the handset or base station.
This could expose you to high voltages
or other risks. Contact the Helpline for
all repairs.
Radio signals transmitted between the
handset and base may cause interference
to hearing aids.
It is recommended that advice from
a qualified expert be sought before
using this product in the vicinity of
emergency/intensive care medical
equipment.
It is recommended that if you have
a pacemaker fitted you check with a
medical expert before using this product.
Your product may interfere with other
electrical equipment, e.g. TV and radio
sets, clock/alarms and computers if placed
too close. It is recommended that you
place your product at least one metre
away from such appliances to minimise
any risk of interference.
Never dispose of the batteries in a fire.
There is a serious risk of explosion and/or
the release of highly toxic chemicals.
Cleaning
Simply clean the handset and base station
with a damp (not wet) cloth, or an antistatic wipe. Never use household polish
as this will damage the product. Never
use a dry cloth as this may cause a
static shock.
Environmental
Do not expose to direct sunlight.
The product may heat up when the
batteries are being recharged. This is
normal. However, we recommend
that you do not place the product on
antique/veneered wood to avoid damage.
Do not stand your product on carpets
or other surfaces which generate fibres,
or place it in locations preventing the
free flow of air over its surfaces.
Do not submerge any part of your
product in water and do not use it in
damp conditions, such as bathrooms.
Do not expose your product to fire,
explosive or other hazardous conditions.
There is a slight chance that your phone
could be damaged by an electrical storm.
We recommend that you unplug the
power and telephone line cord for the
duration of the storm.
Safety information
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1 Connect the power supply to
the base
Plan the location
Position your Synergy 3100 within 2
metres of a power socket and phone
socket otherwise extension cables will
be required.
Make sure it is at least 1 metre away
from other electrical products to avoid
interference.
Do not place your Synergy 3100 product
in the bathroom or other humid areas.
Setting up
Follow these steps to set up your Synergy 3100 ready for use
Plug the power adaptor into the mains
power socket and switch on. The green
Power/In Use light comes on.
Note
The base station must be plugged into
the mains power socket at all times.
Note
The Synergy 3100 has a range of up
to 300 metres outdoors and up to
50 metres indoors. The range will be
reduced when there is no clear line
of sight between the base and handset.
Thick stone walls can severely affect
the range.
SETTING UP
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Before you use your Synergy 3100 for
the first time, it is important to have
the handset batteries fully charged.
The batteries need to charge
continuously for at least 16 hours
to reach full charge.
Place the handset on the base. The
red charging light will come on. The
handset comes pre-registered to the
base station as SYNERGY HS1. This is
shown on the display. The icon and
the battery icon are shown on the
display. Once the handset is fully
charged, the display shows a full
battery symbol.
3 Charge the handset batteries
for at least 16 hours
2 Install the rechargeable
batteries in the handset
Battery low warning
If the handset battery symbol is empty
and flashing, and you hear a warning
beep every 10 seconds, you will need
to recharge your handset before you
can use it.
The handset uses two rechargeable
Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) AAA
batteries which are supplied. Take
care to insert the batteries as shown
and then fit the battery cover (the
battery cover may be found in the
packaging with the batteries).
SETTING UP
Please note that the red charging light
will remain on even when the batteries
are fully charged.
BATTERY LEVELS
WEAK HALF-FULL FULL
Note
The symbol on your handset display
indicates when you are in range of
the base station. If the symbol flashes
and you hear a warning beep, you
are out of range and will need to move
closer to the base station.
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5 Connect the telephone line cord
Battery performance
Under no circumstances should
non-rechargeable batteries be used.
Only use the approved batteries, type:
rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride
(Ni-MH); size AAA; capacity
550mAh 1.2v. Using unapproved
batteries will invalidate your guarantee
and may damage the telephone.
To keep your batteries in the best
condition, leave the handset off the
base station for a few hours at a time.
(after the intial 16 hour charge).
Please note, however, that new Nickel
Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries
do not reach their full capacity until
they have been in normal use for
several days.
Fully discharging the batteries at
least once a week will help them last
as long as possible. However, the charge
capacity of rechargeable batteries will
reduce with time as they wear out,
so reducing the talk/standby time
of the handset. Eventually they will
need to be replaced. New batteries
can be obtained from the BT Synergy
Helpline 08706 058 047.
Note: Under ideal conditions, the
handset batteries should give about
14 hours talktime or 350 hours
standby on a single charge. Optimum
times for talk and standby are only
achieved when the handset batteries
are fully charged.
Note
It is recommended that you do not
connect the telephone line cord to the
phone socket until your handset is
fully charged. This will prevent the
risk of the batteries discharging
during a conversation, which could
cause you to lose a call.
SETTING UP
4 Connect the telephone line
cord to the Synergy 3100
base station
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