Clarity M175C User Manual
Amplied Phone with Captioning and Touch Screen Keypad
~ User Guide ~
ClarityProducts.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 4
Care and Maintenance
Technical Details
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Introduction - About Clarity
About ClarityLogic
Installing Your Ensemble
Registering Ensemble with ClearCaptions
Using Your Ensemble
Ensemble Icons - Details
Ensemble Settings
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Accessories (Optional)
Troubleshooting
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FCC Requirements and Regulations .........................24
Warranty and Service
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent severe injury and loss of life/property,
read this section carefully before using the product to ensure
proper and safe operation of your product.
WARNINGS
Power connection
• Use only the power source marked on the product.
• Do not overload power outlets and extension cords. This can result in the risk of
re or electric shock.
• Completely insert the AC adapter/power plug into the power outlet. Failure to do
so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a re.
• Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the AC adapter/power plug by pulling it from
the power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an
insulation defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a re.
• Unplug the product from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell,
or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause re or electric shock.
Conrm that smoke has stopped emitting and contact Clarity Customer
Service at 800-426-3738.
• Unplug from power outlets and never touch the inside of the product if its casing
has been broken open.
• Never touch the plug with wet hands. Danger of electric shock exists.
Installation
• To prevent the risk of re or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or
any type of moisture.
• Do not place or use this product near automatically controlled devices such as
automatic doors and re alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may cause
such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.
• Do not allow the AC adapter or telephone line cord to be excessively pulled, bent
or placed under heavy objects.
Operating safeguards
• Unplug the product from power outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners.
• Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers, etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug,
or allow it to become wet at all. This may cause a re. If the telephone line cord plug
becomes wet, immediately pull it from the telephone wall jack, and do not use.
Medical
• Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers or
hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio
frequency) energy. Do not disassemble the product.
• Do not use the product in health care facilities if any regulations posted in the area
instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment
that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
Installation and location
• Never install telephone wiring during an electrical storm.
• Never install telephone line jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specically
designed for wet locations.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
• The AC adapter is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the AC outlet is
installed near the product and is easily accessible.
• This product is unable to make calls when there is a power failure (unless backup
batteries have been installed and are fully charged).
When using your product, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and injury to
persons, including the following:
• Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
• Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
• Use only the power cord provided with your Ensemble and indicated in this manual.
• Do not disassemble the product.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL DETAILS
FOR BEST PERFORMANCE
Environment
• Keep the product away from electrical noise generating devices, such as uorescent
lamps and motors.
• The product should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and
vibration.
• The product should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.
• When you leave the product unused for along period of time, unplug the product
from the power outlet.
• The product should be kept away from heat sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves,
etc. It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 0 °C (32
°F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp basements should also be avoided.
• Operating the product near electrical appliances may cause interference. Move
away from the electrical appliances.
Routine care
• Wipe the outer surface of the product with a soft, moist cloth.
• Do not use benzene, thinner, or any abrasive powder to clean this product.
Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return
• The Ensemble phone can store your (identify what information is stored on the
phone -phone numbers, closed caption conversations). To protect your privacy, we
recommend that you erase such information from the phone’s memory before you
dispose of, transfer, or return the phone. Use the Reset Phone feature to delete
all information on your Ensemble (see page 21).
Dimensions
L: 233.8mm W: 2 58.7mm H: 164.3mm when stand is set to 30 degree
Weight : 1512g (unit with adapter and handset)
Power source: Input: AC 1 0 0 - 240V/60 Hz, Output: DC 5V/3A
Standard: (Wi-Fi) IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency range: 2.402GHz to 2.482GHz
RF transmission power:
802.11b: 15 dBm +/- 2 dBm,
802.11g: 15 dBm +/- 2 dBm,
802.11n: 13 dBm +/- 2 dBm
Power consumption:
Standby: 400mA when screen is off and 810mA when screen is on
During usage: Power up: 1.4A and then 830mA when boost mode is on and CC caption is active
Operating conditions:
0 degree to 40 degrees, 20 % – 80 % relative air humidity (dry)
• This product is designed for use in the United States of America. Sale or use of this
product in other countries may violate local laws.
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INTRODUCTION
ABOUT CLARITYLOGIC
Thank you for purchasing your new Ensemble from Clarity
– the best amplied captioning telephone in its class. Please read these
instructions to ensure you take advantage of the complete set of rich
features offered by this product.
Our Company
Clarity, a division of Plantronics (NYSE: PLT), creates smart
communication solutions that help seniors live richer, more
engaged lives. Founded more than 40 years ago, Clarity is a
leader in amplied telephones, notication systems and assistive listening devices.
Introduction to ClarityLogic
ClarityLogic is the name of our simplied and easy-to-use customer sup-
port service. When you use the ClarityLogic button to contact Clarity’s
Customer Support representatives, and authorize Clarityto receive infor-
mation specic to your phone, Clarity may access information about your
phone such as the phone’s model name and settings. The representative
is immediately aware of the type and current settings of the phone. This
will allow any troubleshooting call to be quick and simple, helping you nd
exactly what you are looking for. Just call 1-855-877-5904 to nd out how
Clarity is there to make life easier.
NOTE: The Clarity Customer Service representative does not have vis-
ibility to the content of your saved/captioned telephone calls.
ClarityLogic
®
Memory Dial
For your convenience, Clarity has pre-programmed the customer support
number into your phone’s blue ClarityLogic button.
Note: ClarityLogic has been designed to work with the Plain Old Telephone
Clarity produces seven distinct lines of products and services:
®
Clarity,
ClarityLogic
The company’s innovative communication products are all
designed to help people with hearing loss, low vision, limited
mobility, dexterity issues and other health challenges.
Clarity Professional,® ClarityLife,™ Clarity AlertMaster,®
®
, Ameriphone,® and Walker ™ handset / test sets.
Service (POTS). If your phone service is provided by a broadband service pro-
vider, ClarityLogic may not work. ONLY CLARITYLOGIC MAY BE DISABLED. ALL
OTHER FEATURES WORK AS DESCRIBED IN THIS USER GUIDE.
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INSTALLING YOUR ENSEMBLE
Package Contents
• Ensemble amplied telephone
• Wireless Access Point (WAP) (power supply and Ethernet cable connected to your
unit)
• Quick installation guide
• User guide
Installation
Your product comes completely assembled. Please note: to enable
the captioning feature, you need access to high-speed Internet in
your home.
Install WAP rst – follow directions below before installing your Ensemble
1. Pull the ends of the Ethernet cable to untangle the cable.
2. Locate the LAN ports on your router; you will need an available LAN port, typi-
cally located on the back of the router. If you have high-speed wireless Internet,
you may have a modem that is separate from your wireless router.
3. Plug the free end of the Ethernet cable from the WAP (provided with your En-
semble) into the available LAN port on your router (identied at step 2, above)
4. Pull the ends of the power supply cord to untangle the cable.
5. Plug the power supply for the WAP in an electrical outlet, located close to your
router.
6. Wait for 5 minutes to allow the WAP to completely nish conguring itself –
which ensures it is ready to successfully connect with your Ensemble.
7. The WAP is completely congured when two blue lights (“Power” and “Wire-
less” and one amber light (“LAN” or “WAN”) appear.
Ensemble installation – install after completing the previous WAP installation
1. Pull the ends of the phone cord to untangle the cord.
2. Plug the loose end of the phone cord in the phone line wall outlet.
3. Pull the ends of the power supply to untangle the cable.
4. Plug the power supply into the wall electrical outlet.
5. Wait for the Ensemble to nish its startup routine; this may take a few minutes; at
the end of the process, the message “READY” is briey displayed.
6. A few seconds (up to a couple of minutes) later you will notice the Wi-Fi symbol
on the upper status bar on the screen – the connection to the WAP is now complete (if you chose to use the WAP provided with your Ensemble for the setup –
see alternative solution below).
7. Your Ensemble is ready to be used when the numeric keypad appears on the
screen, and the Wi-Fi symbol is displayed on the upper line.
NOTE: IMPORTANT! Use only the power adapter supplied with your
Ensemble. Using a different power supply may damage your Ensemble and voids the warranty.
NOTES:
• The WAP is provided with your Ensemble for your convenience – this congura-
tion allows you to use the unit without using the SSID and password from your
home network.
• You may experience shorter Wi-Fi range when using the WAP (compared to
other Wi-Fi devices in your home); this can be addressed by moving your Ensemble closer to the WAP.
• Alternatively, you can choose to connect your Ensemble directly to your home
network (and not install the WAP). The unit can connect to routers with WPA/
WPA2 personal security settings. Please refer to the “Connection” section in this
user manual for further requirements/instructions.
• Ensemble does NOT support WEP personal security settings.
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Internet
Router*
(not included)
INSTALLING YOUR ENSEMBLE
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WAP
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Successful
Connection
Indicator
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