Clarity XL50 User Manual [en, es, fr]

User Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ........................................................................................ 4

Parts Checklist .................................................................................. 6

Quick Reference Guide .................................................................. 7

Connecting the phone ................................................................. 9

Introduction to Digital Clarity Power ..................................... 10

Clarity Power Boost ...................................................................10

Tone Settings ................................................................................ 12

Getting Started

Installing backup batteries .........................................................14

Desktop and Wall Mount Installations ...................................15

Placing and receiving calls .......................................................... 17

Features

Memory Storage .......................................................................... 18

Adding a memory location ........................................................18

Audio Output .............................................................................. 20

Notification Options .....................................................................21

ClarityLogic ......................................................................................24

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................25

Technical Specifications ............................................................. 27

Safety Instructions .........................................................................28

FCC Requirements and Regulations .......................................30

Warranty and Service ..................................................................33

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INTRODUCTION FEATURES

Thank you for purchasing the Clarity Professional XL50

Amplified Telephone.

Clarity is proud to offer you the only certified 60dB phone
in the market. The Clarity Professional XL50 offers our
patented Digital Clarity Power that uses digital technology
to enhance the volume and clarity of your phone
conversations. This User Guide and Quick Start Guide
will provide you with the information you need to use
your XL50 effectively, easily and safely. Read this manual
thoroughly before using your telephone. Keep the manual

near the telephone for easy reference.

Digital Clarity Power™ Technology

With Digital Clarity Power, high frequency sounds are amplified
more than low frequency sounds so words are not just louder,
but clearer and easier to understand. It also provides intelligent
amplification to make soft sounds audible, while keeping loud
sounds bearable.

Tone Selection

Another added benefit of our patented Digital Clarity Power
is the ability to customize the phones performance to your
specific hearing needs. The XL50 has four available tone settings
that each provide different solutions to help you better hear
phone conversations.

Smart-Plexing Technology

Smart-Plexing is the new and advanced way that the XL50 deals
with possible feedback issues and is unique to Clarity phones.
Feedback occurs when the sound coming out of the earpiece is
detected by the microphone on the handset and is reprocessed
by the telephone. This causes the telephone to squeal or howl.
Most phones will temporarily shut off the microphone to fix this
problem, but that results in only one person being able to talk
at a time. The Clarity Professional XL50 uses a “smart plexing”
system where it enables full functionality on both ends of the
conversation at all times. Only Clarity offers such a solution
that will allow full conversation while controlling feedback.

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Notification Accessories

A Wireless Lamp Flasher and Bed Shaker can be connected
to the phone to allow for a variety of ways to alert the user
that the phone is ringing. The Wireless Lamp Flasher will cause
any connected light source to flash when the phone rings. The
Bed Shaker is an accessory that will begin to vibrate when the
phone rings.

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Handset

CONTENTS & PARTS CHECKLIST

LAMP

BOOST

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Base unit

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XL50

Quick Reference Guide

FEATURES

1 Blue ClarityLogic Button™
2 Memory Buttons
3 Redial Button
4 Flash Button
5 Volume Slider
6 Low Battery Indicator
7 Visual Ringer
8 Boost Button

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9 Boost/Missed calls
Voicemail/Extension

10 Tone Control
11 Hold Indicator
12 Program Button
13 Hold Button
14 Lamp Flasher Button

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AC adapter

LAMP

Handset coil cord

Telephone line cord

Mounting bracket

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User guide

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XL50

FEATURES

1 Ringer Volume Switch
2 Ring Tone Switch
3 Audio Output Port
4 Wireless Lamp Flasher Port

SIDE VIEW

Quick Reference Guide

5 Bed Shaker Port
6 Pulse/Tone Switch
7 Phone Line Connection
8 AC Adapter Connection

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Quick Reference Guide

HOW TO CONNECT THE XL50 PHONE FOR DESKTOP USE

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1. Connect one end of the telephone line cord to the “Line” jack on the
back of the XL50 and the other end to the phone outlet on your wall.

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2. Connect the handset cord to the telephone as shown above.

3. Plug the other end into the AC jack on the telephone. Plug the AC
adapter into an electric outlet.

4. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. The phone is ready to use.

BED SHAKER

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The XL50 phone may also be used as a wall mounted phone.
(Please see page 16 of this guide for instructions.)

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INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL CLARITY POWER

Digital Clarity Power™ Technology

With Digital Clarity Power, the high frequency sounds are amplified
more than the low frequency sounds so words are not just louder,
but clearer and easier to understand. It also provides intelligent
amplification to make soft sounds audible while keeping loud
sounds tolerable.

To enable this type of technology, there is actually a computer
running information inside the phone. Each time the handset is
picked up, the computer will take a little less than a second to
engage. This means that any numbers that are dialed or words that
are spoken before the computer engages, will not be recognized
or heard by the phone.

Clarity Power BOOST Button

The XL50 has a BOOST button that controls the
loudness of the receiver. See Figure A. Once the BOOST
button is pressed, an extra level of amplification is added

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BOOST

VOLUME

over the entire range of the Volume Control. During a
call, the BOOST button can toggle the Clarity Power
function on or off according to the user’s needs. The
BOOST button will reset automatically every time the
phone is hung up for at least five seconds. The BOOST
light will illuminate while the BOOST function is
activated. See Page 23.

Warning: Volume may be at a high level. To protect

hearing, lower the Clarity Power Volume Control before
using the phone.

Volume Reset Override

On the bottom of the XL50, there is a Volume Reset
Override switch. When this is set to “On” the
Boost function is automatically enabled every time
the phone is picked up. In standard use, when the
Override is set to “Off ” the Boost function will turn
off after the phone is hung up. Setting this switch
to “On” is suggested if all the users of the phone
need the amplification. Setting this switch to “Off”
is useful when people with varying hearing ability use
the phone. See Figure B.

Clarity Power Volume Control

The Clarity Power Volume Control adjusts the level
of volume the handset both in Boost or non-Boost
modes. The volume dial provides up to 15dB of
volume before the BOOST button is activated. Once
the BOOST button is pressed, the XL50 will provide
up to 60dB of gain. See Figure C.

TONE Switch

Adjusting the TONE switch allows you to customize
your hearing experience. Since we all have different
hearing preferences we suggest exploring each
setting to find the one most comfortable for you. The
available settings are: low frequency amplification,
flat amplification, Clarity Power (high frequency)
amplification, and Multi-band Compression (high
frequency) amplification. See Figure D and the
overview of tone settings featured on pages 12-13.

Figure B

Figure C

Figure D

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Volume
Reset
Override

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OVERVIEW OF XL50 TONE SETTINGS

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Low Frequency

The XL50 offers four different tone settings to provide an experience that
may be customized to fit a specific users need. The illustration above shows
how the four settings relate to each other and the amount of amplification
they give to the different frequencies of sound.

The following charts illustrate each tone setting separately. Read each
explanation and examine the charts to help decide what setting will be most
beneficial. In addition, make sure to listen to each setting while making a
decision. The best way to choose between the settings is to listen to them all
and decide which one provides the best telephone conversation experience.

High Frequency

OVERVIEW OF XL50 TONE SETTINGS

High
Amplification

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Low
Amplification

Low Frequency

High Frequency

The second tone is a flat amplification of all sounds. This is for the user who
wants full volume amplification for every type of sound. This is suggested if
the user is wearing a digital hearing aid while using the phone.

High
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Low
Amplification

The third tone setting is our set Clarity Power that begins to focus more
on the higher frequency sounds and add speech intelligibility. It is a medium
between tone setting two (2) and four (4).

Low Frequency

High Frequency

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High
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The first tone setting is one that emphasizes the low frequency sounds. This
is for those who have a hard time hearing lower pitched sounds.

Low Frequency High Frequency

The fourth tone setting provides full emphasis on speech intelligibility using
Clarity’s Multi-Band Compression. Clarity MBC also enables the phone to

High
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Low
Amplification

Low Frequency

High Frequency

amplify the soft sounds to an audible level while controlling the louder sounds,
keeping them bearable. This is for the user who may be able to hear the words
being spoken, but does not understand or cannot distinguish what is being said.

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GETTING STARTED

Figure 1

There are five initial steps involved in setting up
your XL50

1. Insert four AA alkaline batteries for back-up in case of
AC power outage. See below.

2. Decide if you want the phone to sit on a desk or hang
on the wall.

3. Connect the telephone components. Pages 15-16.

4. Program up to 10 telephone numbers to call
with the press of a memory button. See Page 18.

5. Set up Notification Options. See Page 20.

Installing the Backup Batteries

If there is a power outage, the XL50 will operate for up
to 48 hours with four AA alkaline backup batteries (not
included). If the phone is not in use, the batteries will stay

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charged for several months. See Figure 1.

To install new batteries:

1. Slide open the battery compartment cover on the
bottom of the telephone. To open the battery
compartment, use a pen or similar fine point
instrument to press into small opening below the

Connecting your Telephone

1. Carefully remove your telephone from its box. 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 that you have all items that come
with your XL50 telephone. You should have a Handset,
Base Unit, AC Adapter, Mounting Bracket, Handset
Line Cord, and Telephone Line Cord.

Choosing a Location

• The XL50 requires a modular phone jack and a
standard 120 Volt outlet for operation.

• The unit should be located in an area where it is easy
to see the visual display and lighted ringer.

• Choose a location that is out of the way of normal
activities.

• The unit can be used as a desk top phone or wall
mount phone.

WARNING: Always connect the AC adapter to the

phone before you connect it to the AC power. When you
finish, disconnect the AC power before you disconnect it
from the telephone.

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compartment door. This opening is pointed out with
the #2 in Figure 1.

2. Install four fresh batteries. Be sure to observe battery
polarity as imprinted on the base of the compartment.
The battery indicator on the top panel will light up if
the batteries are running low.

The phone operates as a regular phone if there is no
power or battery. Certain functions of the phone do
require power however. If no power is being supplied to
the phone, it will have no indicator lights, the loud ringer
will be disabled, there will be no amplification, and the

Desk Mounting Instructions

Follow these instructions to place the phone on a desk or
table top using the supplied bracket.

1. Plug one end of the long flat telephone line cord into
the jack marked LINE located on the back of the
telephone. Plug the other end into the telephone wall
jack. See Figure 2

2. Insert the plug of the AC adapter into the jack marked
DC 9V located on the back of the base unit. Then plug
AC adapter into wall outlet. See Figure 2.

Figure 2

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GETTING STARTED

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3. Plug one end of the modular coiled handset cord into
the handset. Plug the other end into the jack located

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on the left side of the telephone. Place the handset in
the cradle. See Figure 3.

4. Set the TONE/PULSE switch located on the back
of the base to correct dialing mode. Please check with
your local telephone company if uncertain of the type

4. Plug the flat telephone line cord into the wall plate
jack, then align the mounting bracket’s keyhole slots
with the wall plate studs and slide the base of the
phone downward to secure it on the wall.
See Figure 6.

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5. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. The phone is

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ready to use.

Warning: Use only the power adapter provided with

this telephone. Use of any other adapter may damage the
product and result in injury.

Wall Mounting Instructions

The phone unit may be mounted on a standard wall plate.
The mounting bracket will mount on the telephone with
the larger tabs towards the bottom of the phone.

5. Plug one end of the coiled handset cord into the
bottom of the handset. Plug the other end of the
handset into the modular jack marked HANDSET
located on the left side of the phone. Place receiver in
the cradle. See Figure 7.

6. Set the TONE/PULSE switch located on the back
of the base to correct dialing mode. Please check with
your local telephone company if uncertain of the type

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of service.

1. Pull the handset hook out of the base and reverse its
position so that the hook points up and will hold the
handset when you hang up. See Figure 4.

7. Insert the plug of the AC adapter into the jack marked
DC 9V located on the back of the base unit. Then plug

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the AC adapter into a wall outlet. See Figure 8.

2. Plug one end of the short flat telephone line cord into
the jack marked LINE located on the back of the
telephone. Then run the cord through the groove on
the back of the phone.

3. Insert the tabs of the mounting bracket into the slots
in the back of the phone. Push the mounting bracket in
and down firmly until it snaps into place. See Figure 5.

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8. Locate the small hook on the handset cradle on the
base. Pull the hook out and turn around so the small
lip faces upward to support the handset.

9. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. The phone is
ready to use.

Placing a Call

1. Lift the handset and dial the number you wish to call.

2. Press the BOOST button and turn the Clarity Power
dial to adjust volume. The BOOST button will
illuminate to indicate amplification is on.

Figure 8

1. Plug one end of the long
flat telephone line cord
into the jack marked
LINE located on the
back of the telephone.

2. Insert the plug of the
AC adapter into the jack
marked DC 9V located
on the back of the
base unit.

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BOOST

PROG

HOLD

TELEPHONE OPERATIONS

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XL50

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Receiving a Call

When a call is received, the audible ringer will sound and
the visual ringer will flash to alert you of an incoming call.
To answer the call, lift the handset or use the headset (if a
headset is connected).

Lamp Flasher / Bed Shaker Notification

A Wireless Lamp Flasher and Bed Shaker can be
connected to the phone to allow for a variety of ways to
alert the user that the phone is ringing. The Wireless
Lamp Flasher will cause any connected light source
to flash when the phone rings. The Bed Shaker is an

FEATURES

Memory Storage

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Phone numbers can be stored into the phone’s memory
to enable one button dialing. The phone directory allows
space for 10 different phone numbers. One space is

accessory that will begin to vibrate when the phone rings.
This function is only available with the optional Lamp

Flasher or Bed Shaker Notification Accessories.
First connect the Lamp Transmitter to the telephone and

the Lamp Switch to a nearby lamp. See Figure11.

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marked to be used to store an emergency number.
See Figure 9.

It is important to not store 911 into your phone.

This will prevent inadvertently calling an emergency
call center. Only store emergency numbers such as a
doctor, hospital, the local fire department or local

Connect the Bed Shaker to the proper port in the phone
for use. See Figure 12.

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police station numbers.

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Adding a Memory Location

1. Pick up the handset.

2. Press the PROG button. See Figure 10.

3. Enter the telephone number you wish to store.

4. Press the PROG button.

5. Press the desired memory location (M1- M9
and Emergency) to store the number to.

6. Place the handset back in the cradle.

Note: No audio notification will occur after the

number has been stored properly.

Lamp Control

This function is only available with the optional Lamp
Flasher Notification Accessory. This button can be used to
turn on or off the light source to which the Lamp Flasher
is connected. See Figure 13.

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LAMP

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To change a Memory Location, reprogram using the
same procedure with the button to be changed.

Dialing a Memory Location

1. Pick up the handset.

2. Press the number on the dial pad where the
desired number has been stored.

3. The call will automatically dial.

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TELEPHONE OPERATIONS

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Flash

Flash is a feature that enables you to answer a call if you
have call waiting. Please contact your local telephone
company for information on subscribing to this feature.
Pressing the FLASH button while you are having a phone
conversation will pick up the second conversation and
place the first call on hold. Press the FLASH button again
to continue your conversation with the first caller.
See Figure 14.

Last Number Redial

Redial allows you to automatically redial the last
telephone number you called (up to 32 digits).To use this
feature, listen for dial tone and press the REDIAL button
once. Your call will be dialed. The last number dialed will
be stored in the XL50 for you until you dial another
phone number. See Figure 15.

Hold

To put the line on hold, press the HOLD button and
return the handset to its cradle. You will notice the HOLD
indicator light comes on. To take the phone call off HOLD,
press the HOLD button again. See Figure 16.

Note: If you pick up an extension phone on the same line

when the XL50 is on HOLD, the XL50 will release the
HOLD, and you can continue your conversation on the
extension phone.

Audio Output

The AUDIO OUTPUT socket allows you to connect the
XL50 to a hearing aid, neckloop, cochlear implant or other
assistive listening devices. See Figure 17.

It is important to remember that devices compatible
with this port are intended to be used for listening only.
The phone still requires speaking into the handset for
conversation.

To use this port, plug in a compatible cable and connect it
to your assistive listening device. Speak into the handset
when you use the Audio Output connection.

NOTIFICATION OPTIONS

Ringer Volume

Ringer Volume can be set to one of three (3) positions
by pressing the RINGER VOLUME UP or DOWN switch
located on the right side of the telephone. See Figure 18.

The ringer settings can be checked without making the
ringer sound by pressing and holding the BOOST button
for three (3) seconds. See Figure 19.

Ringer Tone

The ringer can be set to ring at two different tones, a low
frequency sound or a high frequency sound. This provides
the user the ability to select a more favorable ringer, one
that is distinguishable and heard more easily. See Figure 20.

WARNING : RINGER VOLUME IS VERY LOUD
AND CAN DAMAGE YOUR HEARING. NEVER
PUT YOUR EAR CLOSE TO THE RINGER.

XL50 Low Battery Indicator

If the batteries are weak or not installed, the Low Battery
indicator will light up. Install fresh batteries according to
the directions above. See Figure 21.

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Visual Ringer

With the DC power source attached, the visual ringer
will flash to alert of an incoming call.

With the backup batteries inserted, the visual ringer will
appear brighter. See Figure 22.

Missed Call / Voice Mail Message Light

This light can flash when you have either a missed call or a
new voicemail message, or it can be turned off.
See Figure 23.

This function of the light will initially be set to off.

Note: This light will also light up if the phone line

is disconnected.
This setting is determined by the switch on the bottom

of the phone. Turn the phone over and on the bottom is
a switch with three positions. The choices are “VMAIL”,
“MISSED CALL” and “OFF.” See Figure 24.

Note: To use for voicemail notification, you must

first subscribe to voicemail messaging with your
telephone company.

If you do not have voicemail service, the same indicator
functions as a missed call indicator. It flashes if an incoming
call is not answered by a person or an answering machine
after one (1) ring, provided that you set the switch
underneath the phone to Missed Calls. The light will
continue to flash until the handset is lifted or AC power is
disconnected. See Figure 25.

Note: This feature does not require any optional tele-

phone company services.
It is useful when you are away for a short time while

expecting a call. If you don’t want any notification, set
the switch on OFF. See Figure 26.

HOLD
Indicator Light

This light will
illuminate when the
phone call is put on
HOLD. To take off
of HOLD, press the
HOLD button again.

LAMP

Boost-Missed
Call-VMail
Indicator

This light will flash
when you have
either a missed
call or a new voice
mail message, or it
can be turned off.

BOOST

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Visual Ringer

With the DC power
source attached,
the visual ringer will
flash to alert of an
incoming call.

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Low Battery
Indicator

This light will
illuminate to indicate
the backup battery
power is low. The
batteries should be
replaced to allow
the phone to be fully
functional in case
the phone stops
receiving power.

Figure 26

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CLARITYLOGIC

TROUBLESHOOTING

ClarityLogic

ClarityLogic™ is a new, first-of-its-kind service that allows a
Clarity customer representative to remotely adjust settings
and configure features on a phone for the user. Customizing
the speed dial, adjusting the volume level and tone or
programming the phonebook have never been easier thanks to
ClarityLogic.

Simply press the blue button (upper right corner of the
phone) for direct access to a Customer Care Representative.

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No Dial Tone/Phone Will Not Operate

1. Check all phone cords and connections. Make sure they are
plugged in securely.

2. Plug unit into a different phone jack to help determine if the
difficulty is with the phone or the phone jack.

3. Switch out handset or telephone line cords.

4. Disconnect any other equipment that may be attached to
the phone.

Unable To Dial Out

1. Make sure TONE/PULSE switch is set correctly.

2. Phone may be at the end of a long line of phones (loop). Phone
may not be getting enough power from the phone line. It may be
necessary to wait for a few seconds after lifting the handset to
begin dialing.

3. The XL50 is not compatible with Digital PBX Systems. If a
standard, single line phone works on the system, your XL50
should also.

The Person On The Other End Cannot Hear You

1. There is an advanced computer running inside the XL50.
Sometimes after the handset is picked up, it will take a little less
than a second to engage the phone. Since it is not immediate, if
you dial a number before the computer engages, it will not receive
the entire phone number that is dialed.

2. Too many phones or phone devices on the line may affect your
phone’s transmission. As a guideline, more than five (5) phones
or phone devices may overload the phone line. Disconnect one
(1) or two (2) devices to see if that eliminates the problem. If not,
contact your local phone company for load guidelines.

3. You may not be speaking directly into the transmitter. Always speak
directly into the mouth piece in your normal tone of voice.

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Interference

1. Check cords and connections. Frayed or poorly connected cords
can cause interference. Swap cords if necessary.

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2. A RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) filter can be placed on the
line to help minimize or eliminate radio or CB transmissions. Try
relocating the telephone to another area.

Unable To Hear Phone Ringer

1. Too many phone or phone devices on a line may cause your
phone to not ring. Disconnect one (1) or two (2) of the devices
to see if the problem is eliminated. If not, contact your local
phone company for load guide lines.

2. If power is not being supplied to the phone, the extra loud ringer
will not work.

Volume Control Does Not Work

BOOST must be activated to turn on the additional amplification.

Static On The Line

1. Your phone may be located near a touch lamp, microwave,
refrigerator or other household appliances. Try relocating your
phone to another area.

2. A cordless phone on your line may cause static. Try disconnecting
the cordless phone. This may eliminate the problem.

3. Extra devices attached to the telephone, such as CID units and
answering machines may cause static. Disconnecting the devices
may eliminate the problem.

4. If there is also a DSL service in the home, this will cause
interference on the line. That interference is then amplified by
the phone, causing a less than optimal quality of conversation.
Install the phone line filter provided by the DSL service provider
to reduce the amount of interference on the line.

Unable to Access Automated Systems

Automated systems used by banks, long distance voicemail and other
applications require that a phone be set to “tone” dialing. Check
the switch on the back of the phone labeled “T/P” and set to “T.”
This will enable the phone to be compatible with these automated
systems.

If No Power is being Supplied to the Phone.

1. If the power goes out, or the AC Adapter is not properly
connected to the phone, several functions of the phone will
not work. The amplification, extra loud ringer, and the lighted
keypad will not function properly.

2. The phone will drain the backup batteries very quickly. This
will cause the need for the batteries to be changed frequently
and the Low Battery indicator light to constantly illuminate.

Do I Need to Install Batteries?

Batteries are optional. They provide backup in case of a
power outage. They are recommended in areas of frequent
power outages. This phone uses four (4) alkaline batteries.
They will sustain the following functions: amplification, keypad
backlighting and loud ringer volume.

Still Not Working?

If, after going through this checklist, the XL50 is still not
functioning properly, press the blue ClarityLogic button
(upper right corner of the phone) for direct access to a
Customer Care Representative.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Amplified dB Level

60dB/118 dBSPL

Tone control range

Full range: 300 to 3000Hz using one slide control.

Dimensions

Size: 9 1/2” x 7” x 3 1/4” (24.13cm x 17.78cm x 8.25cm)
Weight: 2.52 lbs. (1.14 kg)

Power Requirements

AC Adapter: 9VDC, 500 mA
Batteries: 4 AA alkaline batteries (not included)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your telephone equipment,
basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury to persons
including the following:

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 basin, kitchen sink
or laundry tub, in a wet basement,
near a swimming pool or any where
else there is water.

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

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

6. Unplug this telephone from the wall
outlets before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners
on the telephone. Use a damp cloth
for cleaning.

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

8. 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.

9. Operate this telephone using the
electrical voltage as stated on the
base unit or the owner’s manual. If
you are not sure of the voltage in
your home, consult your dealer or
local power company.

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

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

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

13. To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, do not take this phone apart.
Opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltages
or other risks. Incorrect reassembly
can cause electric shock when the
appliance is subsequently used.

14. Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to the
manufacturer under the following
conditions:

A. When the power supply cord
or plug is frayed or damaged.

B. If liquid has been spilled into
the product.

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.

E. If the telephone has been
dropped or the case has been
damaged.

F. If the telephone exhibits a
distinct change in performance.

15. Never install telephone wiring during
a lightning storm.

16. Never install telephone jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifcally
designed for wet locations.

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

18. Use caution when installing or
modifying telephone lines.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERIES

Caution:

replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according
to the instructions.

Risk of explosion if battery is

1. Do not dispose of the battery in a
fire as it may explode. Check with
local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.

2. Do not open or mutilate the battery.
Released electrolyte is corrosive and
may cause damage to the eyes and
skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

3. Exercise care in handling batteries
in order not to short the battery
with conducting materials such as
rings, bracelets and keys. The battery
or conduction material may over­ heat and cause burns.

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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Part 68 of FCC Rules
Information

a) This equipment complies with Part 68
of the FCC rules and the requirements
adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom
of this equipment is a label that
contains, among other information,
a product identifier in the format
US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested,
this number must be provided to the
telephone company.

b) A plug and jack used to connect this
equipment to the premises wiring and
telephone network must comply with
the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and
requirements adopted by the ACTA. A
compliant telephone cord and modular
plug, RJ11C USOC, is provided with this
product. It is designed to be connected
to a compatible modular jack that is also
compliant. See installation instructions
for details.

c) The REN is used to determine the
number of devices that may be con­nected to a telephone line. Excessive
RENs on a telephone line may result in
the devices not ringing in response to an
incoming call. In most but not all areas,
the sum of RENs should not exceed
five (5.0). To be certain of the number
of devices that may be connected to a
line, as determined by the total RENs,
contact the local telephone company.
For products approved after July 23,
2001, the REN for this pro-duct is part
of the product identifier that has the
format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX.

The digits represented by ## are the
REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is

a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the
REN is separately shown on the label.

d) If this telephone equipment causes
harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company will notify you in
advance that temporary discontinuance
of service may be required. But if
advance notice isn’t practical, the
telephone company will notify the
customer as soon as possible. Also, you
will be advised of your right to file a
complaint with the FCC if you believe
it is necessary.

e) The telephone company may make
changes in its facilities, equipment,
operations or procedures that could
affect the operation of the equipment.
If this happens the telephone company
will provide advance notice in order for
you to make necessary modifications to
maintain uninterrupted service.

f) If trouble is experienced with this
telephone equipment, for repair or
warranty information, please contact
Clarity, 800-426-3738. If the equipment
is causing harm to the telephone
network, the telephone company
may request that you disconnect the
equipment until the problem is resolved.

g) This telephone equipment is not
intended to be repaired and it contains
no repairable parts. Opening the
equipment or any attempt to perform
repairs will void the warranty. For
service or repairs, call 800-426-3738.

h) Connection to party line service is
subject to state tariffs. Contact the state
public utility commission, public service

commission or corporation commission
for information.

i) If your home has specially wired alarm
equipment connected to the telephone
line, ensure the installation of this tele­phone equipment does not disable your
alarm equipment. If you have questions
about what will disable alarm equipment,
consult your telephone company or a
qualified installer.

j) This telephone equipment is hearing
aid compatible.

Customer-Owned Coin/Credit
Card Phones

To comply with state tariffs, the
telephone company must be given
notification prior to connection. In
some states, the state public utility
commission, public service commission
or corporation commission must give
prior approval of connection.

Part 15 of FCC Rules
Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer­ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

Your equipment has been tested and
found tocomply with the limits of a
Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference
in residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a
particular installation; if this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment
off and on, you are encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one of
the following measures:

1. Where it can be done safely,
reorient the receiving television
or radio antenna.

2. To the extent possible, relocate
the television, radio or other
receiver with respect to the
telephone equipment. (This
increases the separation between
the telephone equipment and
the receiver.)

3. Connect the telephone
equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to
which the television, radio, or
other receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an
experienced Radio/TV Technician
for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications

not expressly approved by the
manufacturer responsible for compliance

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