Conairphone Metropolis SW2505 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce 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 product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming
pool.

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The
product may fall causing serious damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided
for ventilation, to protect from overheating. These openings must not be

blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is provided.

7. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.

8. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but
take it to a qualified serviceman when some service or repair is required.
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.

9. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B.If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions because improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to normal operation.

E.If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

10.Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an

electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from
lightning.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.

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

4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

TRAITS OF TELEPHONES

Thank you for purchasing the Metropolis® telephone Model SW2505. You’ve
selected a telephone manufactured to exacting performance and durability
specifications. Your telephone is built with dedication to quality to ensure years of
trouble free use. It performs as a direct replacement for your existing phone, or
as a perfect addition.

Before setting up the unit, carefully read through this manual to familiarize
yourself with the features and design layout. Then follow the easy step-by -step
instructions to install and operate. Retain for furture reference.

Your CONAIRPHONETM is designed for use with telephone systems using
modular connections. If your home or office uses four prong or hard wired
systems, your retailer offers a complete line of convenient “do it yourself” modular
conversion accessories.

Your telephone is FCC approved for connection to your telephone line. For future
reference, enter the date code of your unit and the date purchased in the spaces
provided below. You can find your phone’s date code on the bottom of the unit.

Date Code:

Date of Purchase:

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Pushbutton Dialing Convenience on Rotary Lines

This phone can be used as a direct replacement for rotary service. If your home
is wired for rotary service, move switch to pulse position and enjoy pushbutton
dialing ease.
NOTE : Your telephone will pulse for a second or two while you are dialing. This
simulates the dialing action.

True T one Dialing

If your home is wired for tone service, move switch to tone position. This can be
used as a direct replacement for tone phones including AT&T’s Touch Tone

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Series. Also allows use of long distance dialing services and tone accessed
computers.
NOTE : If your home is not wired for tone service, you will not be able to make
outgoing calls while in the tone mode. You have rotary service.

INSTALLATION

Line Cord Connection

With modular jack telephone system connect the straight telephone line cord to
the modular jack located on the back of the base. Insert the other end of cord into
a modular wall jack. Make sure all plugs snap firmly in place (see Diagram B).

With a four prong style jack, simply use a plug in modular adapter (see Diagram C).

Coil Cord Connection

Insert the coil cord by plugging longer straight end into the modular jack on the
side of the base. Connect the other end into the modular jack located on handset
(see Diagram D).

Telephone Number Insert

An area for your phone number has been provided on the reverse side of the
Metropolis® logo located in the center of the dial key area. Remove the plastic
window, write your phone number on the label and replace it. Slightly bend the
plastic cover to slip back into position.

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Diagram B

Diagram C

Diagram D

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Diagram A

PREPARATION

First carefully remove your CONAIRPHONETM from the unit carton. In addition to
the handset and telephone base, each carton contains the following accessories:

• One ten (10) ft. fully modular coil cord

• One seven (7) ft. fully modular telephone line cord.

• Owner’s Manual

• One (1) Important Notice

• One (1) additional Telephone Number Insert

Important Notice

Your CONAIRPHONETM will operate on all systems, true tone or rotary.

1. If your home is wired for rotary service, move switch to pulse position (P).

2. If your home is wired for tone service, move switch to tone position (T).

3. If you are unsure of the type of service you have, ask your local telephone company.

OPERATION

Receiving a Phone Call

1. When your phone rings, pick up the handset and use like any basic telephone.

2. Hang up the handset to release the telephone line when conversation is completed.

Dialing A Call
NOTE : Before dialing, make sure the Tone/Puse switch is correctly positioned for

your type of service.
Pick up the phone and wait for a dial tone, then press the keys for the number you
want. Your Metropolis® telephone (Pulse setting) uses electronic pulses to
simulate dialing action. Because of this you may hear pulsing for a second for
two after the last button has been pressed.

Ringer On/Off

Be sure the ringer on/of switch is in the “ON” position. Your telephone uses a
mechanical bell ringer. When you don’t want to be disturbed, slide the ringer :
ON/OFF switch to the “OFF” position. Now you can still make outgoing calls,
without being disturbed by incoming calls.

Receiver Volume Control

The receiver volume control is located on the bottom of your base (see diagram A).

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Problem : No dial tone

• Check all modular plugs to be sure they have clicked into place.

• Try another phone jack. If your telephone works on another jack, there may be a

problem with your wiring.

Problem : The sound volume is too low.

• Is another extension off hook? If so, hang up extension.

Problem : Phone doesn’t ring.

• Is ringer switch set to the “OFF” position?

• How many extensions are connected to your line? If more than five

telephones are installed on the same line, you may need to contact your local
telephone company to determine the maximum number of extensions for your
calling area.

HEARING AID COMPA TIBILITY

Your CONAIRPHONETM telephone is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids.

FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

This equipment complies with part 68 of the FCC rules and ACTA technical
requirements. On the bottom of the base of this equipment is a label that
contains, among other information, the Registration Number and Ringer
Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You must, upon request, provide
this information to your telephone company.
The USOC number of the registration jack for the equipment is RJ11C.

The FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this
equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone
network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is
TIA/EIA-IS-968 compliant.

The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your
telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your telephone number is
called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to
one line should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices you may
connect to your line, as determined by the REN, you should contact your local
telephone company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area.

If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in
advance. But if advance notice isn’t practical, you will be notified as soon as
possible. You will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations,
or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do,
you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted
telephone service. If you experience trouble with this telephone equipment the
telephone company may ask that you disconnect this equipment from the network
until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not
malfunctioning.
This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone
company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs.
This equipment is hearing aid compatible.
Warning : Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A . When your CONAIRPHONETM telephone is not in use, make sure the handset

is engaged into the base unit.

B. Avoid rough handling, areas with excessive moisture, heavy dust or extreme

temperature.

C.To clean, use a mild detergent and slightly damp cloth, never use strong

solvents or abrasives.

D.Connecting this telephone to a coin operated telephone or a party line is

prohibited by law.

E. If it is determined that your telephone is malfunctioning, the FCC requires that

it be disconnected from the modular outlet until the problem has been corrected.

SERVICE

According to FCC regulations this equipment which has been certified and
registered by the FCC, may only be repaired by authorized person or the FCC
certification may be voided. Should you encounter any problems, please call the
Conairphone toll-free Customer Hotline for assistance:1-800-366-0937,

Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 am - 9:00 pm (EST) and Saturday
8:30 am - 12:30 pm (EST). You can also visit our website : www.conairphone.com

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This ConairphoneTM telephone is warranted to the original purchaser to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship under normal installation, use, and
service for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase as shown on the
purchaser’s receipt.

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