BT Synergy 3500 User Manual

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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 3500
Digital Cordless Telephone Answering Machine with Caller Display* and Call Waiting*
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
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Please open this page for an ‘at a glance’ guide to your Synergy 3500
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Please open this page for a further ‘at a glance’ guide to your Synergy 3500
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At a glance
Menu button
Use to access and select the options in the menu, see pages 25-30.
Handset
Internal button
To make internal calls between handsets registered to the base, see page 55.
Phonebook button
Use to access the 50 names and numbers stored in the phonebook, see page 21.
Recall/Power button
For use with a switchboard/ PBX and BT Select Services, see pages 60
and 33.
Also used to switch off the handset, see page 18.
Keypad
Talk button
Use to make, receive and end calls, see pages 18-19.
Secrecy button
During a call press to mute the call so your caller cannot hear you talk to someone close by, see page 21.
Also used as a delete, edit and exit button.
Volume buttons
Use to adjust the handset earpiece speech volume (see page 19) and handset and base ringer volume, see pages 25 and 28.
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 20.
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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Base
Power/In Use light (Green
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Flashes when the handset is in use. Remains on to indicate mains power.
Charging light (Red)
Comes on to indicate charging when the handset is on the base.
Delete
Deletes recorded messages and memos, see page 44.
Volume
Adjust the loudspeaker volume, see page 36.
Stop
To stop message playback, see page 43.
Play
Lets you play and pause your messages, see page 43.
Skip forward
Lets you skip forward through your messages and memos, see page 44.
Also allows you to set the answer delay, see page 37.
Allows you to select your Answer Only outgoing message, see page 40/41.
Skip backward
Lets you skip backwards through your messages and memos, see page 44.
Also allows you to switch the audible message alert on or off, see page 37.
Allows you to select your Answer and Record outgoing message, see page 40.
Answer on/off
Switches the answering machine on and off, see page 36.
Also allows you to select your outgoing message, see page 40.
Message display LED
Indicates when the answering machine is on or off and when the power is on plus how many messages have been left. See page 35.
Page button
Press to page the handset, see page 24.
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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
Answering machine is switched on
SYNERGY HS1
HS1
Displays the number of the handset at all times.
To personalise the name of your handset, see page 26.
Standby screen
EXT
INT
EXT
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Button combination
*
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
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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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After tone speak message
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After tone speak message
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Press and hold when you hear, “Please select outgoing message”, release button.
To set Answer and Record, press .
To set Answer Only, press .
, either for Answer and
Record or for Answer Only.
after tone speak memo
message then press
To increase
To decrease
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Quick Guide
Information for the answering machine settings
Function
Switch answering machine ON/OFF from the base
Record own Answer and Record outgoing message using the handset
Record own Answer Only outgoing message using the handset
Set answer mode:
using the base
using the handset
Play new messages:
using the base
using the handset
Record memo message using the handset
Adjust base unit loudspeaker volume from the base
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Menu Structure
Cont......
Phonebook
Setup
Add
TAM MENU TAM MENU
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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Base 1.....4
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PBX1
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Retype
Base
Handset 1.....5
PIN?
PIN?
3 Sec
5 Sec
(Flashes on display when in TAM menu.)
This is a handset See page 46 ‘Using the Synergy 3500 announcement menu. answering machine via the handset’.
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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
Off
English
Francais
Deutsch
Nederl
Italiano
Espanol
Portuges
Norsk
Dansk
Svenska
Suomi
PIN?
On or Off
On or Off
On or Off
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In this guide
At a glance
Handset 1 Base 2 Display icons 3 Quick Guide 4-5 Menu structure 6-7
Introduction 9
Unpacking your
Synergy 3500 10 For your records 10 Safety information 11
Setting up 12
Plan the location 12
Using the telephone 18
Making and receiving calls 18 Call timer 18 Handsfree 20 Redial 20 Secrecy 21 Name and number
Phonebook 21 Paging handsets 24
Handset settings 25
Base settings 28
Caller Display and Call Waiting 31
Using Caller Display 31 Calls list 31 Call Waiting 33
Setting up and personalising your answering machine 35
Message display on the base station 35 Answer delay 36 Audible message alert 37
Outgoing messages 38
Using the Synergy 3500 answering machine via the base unit 43
Call screening 45
Using the Synergy 3500 answering machine via the handset 46
Memos 48 Call screening/Call intercept 49
Remote access 50
Time saver 51 Operating the answering machine 51
Using Synergy 3000 additional handsets and bases 53
Internal calls 55 Transferring calls 55 Three-way conversation 55
Help 57
General information 59
Guarantee 59 Technical information 60 Switchboard compatibility 60 Switchboard external line
access code 60
Recall 60
Index 62
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 62.
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Introduction
Your Synergy 3500 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 3500 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 3500 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 3500 base stations with more than one handset connected.
Important
If you wear a hearing aid, please note that the Synergy 3500 works by sending radio signals between the base station and the handset. These signals may interfere with some hearing aids, causing a humming noise.
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Unpacking your Synergy 3500
For your records
In addition:
If you have purchased the Synergy 3500 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 29 for more information.
If anything is missing, please contact your place of purchase immediately.
One Synergy 3500 base station
One Synergy 3500 handset
2 x AAA rechargeable batteries (Ni-MH)
One battery cover
One power supply for base station (Item code: 005391)
One telephone line cord
One belt clip
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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 005391. The item number for the power supply used with the charger is 003313 (only applicable when you have purchased the Synergy 3500 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 3500 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 3500 product in the bathroom or other humid areas.
Setting up
Follow these steps to set up your Synergy 3500 ready for use
Plug the power adaptor into the mains power socket and switch on. The green Power/In Use light comes on. Your Synergy 3500 will announce the default
settings of the answering machine, see page 16, and the message counter will be displayed.
Note
The base station must be plugged into the mains power socket at all times.
Note
The message counter will flash between O and C until the day and time are set, see page 15.
Note
The Synergy 3500 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.
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Before you use your Synergy 3500 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).
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.
4 Connect the telephone line
cord to the Synergy 3500 base station
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6 To set the day and time
The message counter on the base unit will flash between 0 and C until the day and time are set.
The day and time must be set using the Synergy 3500 handset.
Your Synergy 3500 automatically adds the day and time to all messages and memos received.
When you first switch the power on, the clock is set to Sunday, 12.01pm. You can change the day and time as required.
Press the button twice on the Synergy 3500 handset.
TAM MENU will flash on the display.
Press the 0 button. The prompt will announce, “To set day and
time press
, to hear day and
time press
#
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(Please note that if you press the
#
button this will only allow
you to check the day and time.)
Important
The main menu announcements are automatically announced through the handset earpiece when the button is pressed twice.
Press the ✱button. The prompt will announce, “Please enter new day and time after the tone”.
After the tone enter the day, followed by the time using the 24 hour clock.
1 = Sun, 2 = Mon, 3 = Tues, 4 = Wed, 5 = Thur, 6 = Fri, 7 = Sat.
For example:
1 1415 = Sunday 2.15pm.
Or
5 0915 = Thursday 9.15am.
You will then hear your setting confirmed.
Press the
button twice to
return the handset to standby.
Note
If the day and time is entered incorrectly, the prompt will announce, “Incorrect, please set again”. Enter the correct setting within 15 seconds otherwise the handset will return to standby mode. If the day and time is entered incorrectly three times the handset will return to standby.
Note
If you have any difficulties setting up your Synergy 3500 please call the Helpline on 08706 058 047.
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Please see the table below for your Synergy 3500 default settings.
If you wish to personalise your answering machine settings, for example record your own outgoing message etc, please see “Setting up
and personalising your answering machine” beginning on page 35.
The answering machine will now be
switched ON and set to its default
settings so your Synergy 3500 is now
ready for use.
Synergy 3500 Default Settings Table
Feature Default Setting
Day/Time Stamp Sunday 12:01 pm
Answer Delay Your answering
machine will answer after 6 rings
Audible Message Alert Tone
OFF
Outgoing Message Answer and Record
“Hello your call cannot be taken at the moment so please leave your message after the tone.”
Answer Mode ON
Base ringer level High
Base loudspeaker volume
Level 5
PIN code 0000
Dialling mode Tone
If you wish to register additional handsets, please see page 53.
Additionally, if you have purchased the Synergy 3500 Twin:
1. Connect the power supply to the
charger (item code 003313).
Plug the power adaptor into the mains power socket on the underside of the charger.
Plug the adaptor into the mains power supply and switch on.
2. Install the rechargeable batteries in the handset.
3. Charge the handset batteries for at least 16 hours.
Your Synergy 3000 additional handset comes pre-registered to the main base station as SYNERGY HS2. This will be shown on the display.
Your Synergy 3500 Twin
is now ready for use.
Note
The charger must be plugged into the mains power socket at all times.
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SETTING UP
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Using the telephone
Call timer
Making and receiving calls
To make an external call
Press the TALK button. You will hear the dial tone and the display will show the
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Enter the number you want. The number is dialled automatically.
To switch the handset on and off
Press and hold the POWER button to switch the handset off.
To switch the handset on, press and hold the POWER button again.
Preparatory dialling
Preparatory dialling allows you to enter the number before pressing the TALK button. This enables you to correct any mistakes before you actually make the call.
Enter the number to be dialled.
The number is shown in the display.
(If you make a mistake, press the
button to delete the
incorrect digit).
When you have entered the number correctly, press the TALK button to dial the number.
Your handset will automatically time the duration of all external calls.
The handset display shows the call duration both during your call and for a few seconds after it is complete.
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To exit and return to the previous menu at any time, press the button. If you press and hold the button you will return to the
standby screen.
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USING YOUR PHONE
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